North Central News

09/16/2026

UPDATE: The event celebrating historic status of the Acacia Library Branch will be held Saturday, Oct. 24.

The Sunnyslope Historical Society will partner with the Phoenix Public Library Acacia Branch to celebrate the library’s historic status during a public event to be held on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 1…

09/16/2026

Grief can be hard for some to put into words, which is why Hansen Mortuaries & Cemetery is presenting Creating Through Grief, a free, guided hands-on art experience for the community.

Grief can be hard for some to put into words, which is why Hansen Mortuaries & Cemetery is presenting Creating Through Grief, a free, guided hands-on art experience for the community. The serie…

09/15/2026

Arizona Restaurant Association announced that Fall Arizona Restaurant Week will run Sept. 18-27, with more than 200 restaurants around the state already signed up to participate.

In August, the Arizona Restaurant Association announced the dates of its 2026 Fall Arizona Restaurant Week (ARW). Presented by Roxx Vodka, the popular 10-day event begins Friday, Sept. 18, and runs…

09/14/2026

Good morning, North Central!
The National Weather Service is forecasting high temps hovering around 100° for the week, along with a chance of showers and thunderstorms for a good portion of the week. Skies are expected to clear by Thursday night.
Stay safe out there and have a fantastic week!

09/14/2026

After hosting an event on Aug. 19, Valley Metro and the city of Phoenix will host two additional open house events for residents to learn more about the proposed West Phoenix Extension project.

After hosting an event on Aug. 19, Valley Metro and the city of Phoenix will host two additional open house events for residents to learn more about the proposed West Phoenix Extension project. The…

09/13/2026

The Arizona Humane Society has partnered with Recyclops to help Valley residents recycle harder-to-process materials while generating support for pets in need.

The Arizona Humane Society has partnered with Recyclops to help Valley residents recycle harder-to-process materials while generating support for pets in need. Recyclops provides convenient curbsid…

09/12/2026

On Aug. 4, Phoenix-based nonprofit AllThrive 365 stepped in to continue three long-standing programs previously offered by Duet: Partners in Health & Aging, ensuring that homebound adults, family caregivers and grandfamilies across Arizona continue to receive essential support and services.

On Aug. 4, Phoenix-based nonprofit AllThrive 365 stepped in to continue three long-standing programs previously offered by Duet: Partners in Health & Aging, ensuring that homebound adults, fami…

09/11/2026

The Arizona Department of Transportation announced that closures or lane restrictions for improvement projects are scheduled along several freeways in the Phoenix area this weekend, Sept. 11-14, including the closure of a section of northbound State Route 51.

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) announced that closures or lane restrictions for improvement projects are scheduled along several freeways in the Phoenix area this weekend, Sept 11-…

09/11/2026

Just a brief glance at the Artlink Artinerary calendar shows a variety of art opportunities taking place Sept. 11-12.

In late July, Artlink announced the launch of Artinerary 2.0, the next evolution of the organization’s free online platform and mobile app designed to connect the general public directly with Arizo…

09/10/2026

The Phoenix Public Library is seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in the MACH1 Makerspace at Burton Barr Central Library.

The Phoenix Public Library is seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in the MACH1 Makerspace at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave. The two positions that are currently being recruite…