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Splashpads Now Open!
Goodyear Community Party, 3151 N. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear
Daily 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM: The Goodyear Community Park Splash Pad is open as of May 17! The Splash Pad is open seasonally from the 3rd Monday in April through the 3rd Monday in October (16th). Learn more here.
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2023 Hot Coffee Lecture Series: Copland, Barber & Ives - Three Great American Composers
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: This survey of works by three of our own greats will take you on an unexpected and entertaining journey through their lives and compositions. Speaker Scott Youngs is the choral conductor of Arizona Mastersworks Chorale and the founder and artistic director of the Arizona Bach Festival. Learn more here.
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Combating Drugs in the Community
Harvest Baptist Church, 535 N Sarival, Goodyear
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Join us for a free community seminar to learn about drug trends and dangers, meaningful programs, free resources and learn about the hope, education and support PAL provides. Register with khadijla@palgroup.org.
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Foam Party!!
Bullard Wash Amphitheater - behind GSQ, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: It's time to dance in the sunshine with our epic foam party! Come ready to have fun in a mountain of cool, clean, safe, allergy-free foam. Learn more here.
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Bachata Party - Dancing On The Square
Goodyear Civic Square,1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Come learn the moves with our experienced dance instructor and have fun dancing with friends. Enjoy a fun night of dancing with a variety of styles and rhythms, from traditional bachata to upbeat, Latin-infused varieties. Enjoy the Latin beats and connect with others on the dance floor. Learn more here.
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Goodyear Farmer's Market
Goodyear Civic Square, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Join us in the heart of Goodyear for the Goodyear Farmers Market! Together with E.L.L.A. and Mujeres Mercado, we're able to offer a diverse selection of vendors selling fresh, locally-sourced food and handcrafted goods. The market will also feature live music and food trucks! Click here for more Farmer's Market updates.
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Senior Connections
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Are you a senior wanting to stay connected to other seniors in the community? We'll play card games, do puzzles, chat, listen to music, watch movies, and generally have fun! Register here.
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Parenting Workshops & Children's Storytime's
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Come to the Parents class, The First Five Years, to learn about brain development, tantrum prevention, calming techniques and other challenges. Beat the heat with Storytime's for baby, toddler and preschool age children throughout the week, too!
Click here for dates, times and to register for your spot!
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Out in Our Galaxy: The James Webb Space Telescope
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: This presentation focuses on the design and construction of the James Webb space telescope and includes a detailed explanation of the amazing pictures. Register here.
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Coffee with a Cop
Enroute Coffee and Tea House: 15605 W Roosevelt St., STE 107
8:00 AM-11:00 AM: Coffee with a Cop is a great opportunity for community members to meet with officers in an informal setting and talk about concerns, share ideas, ask questions, and learn how to keep your family and home safe from crime. No agendas, no speeches, just casual conversation. Learn more here.
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Goodyear Faith & Community Roundtable
Goodyear City Hall - 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
8:30 AM-10:00 AM: The purpose of the Roundtable is to collaborate resources to make a difference for those in need in the southwest valley. Join us this month as we discuss the Heat Relief Network and find ways we can expand its reach in Goodyear. Learn more here.
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Teen Crafternoon (ages 12-18 years)
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Join us the 2nd Thursday of every month at 4:30 PM. This month we'll be learning paper quilling. Supplies included. Learn more here.
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Family Flicks Fridays - MOANA
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Enjoy a movie and take home activities! Bring a blanket and your favorite movie treats! These events are on a first come first serve basis. Get a ticket from the front desk day of showing. Learn more here.
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Coffee with a Cop
Colados Coffee & Crepes, 15479 W McDowell Rd., Ste 109, Goodyear
8:00 AM-11:00 AM: Coffee with a Cop is a great opportunity for community members to meet with officers in an informal setting and talk about concerns, share ideas, ask questions, and learn how to keep your family and home safe from crime. No agendas, no speeches, just casual conversation. Learn more here.
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Shred-a-Thon
Goodyear Police Department, 11 N 145th Ave., Goodyear
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Bring up to three paper boxes full of paper documents to be shredded. Please no metal, electronics, or plastic. Learn more here.
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Master Gardener Presents
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Presentations will be timely for the season covering topics from vegetable gardens, to landscape watering, to desert adapted plantings and everything in between. Learn more here.
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Adult Board Games (ages 18+)
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
5:00 PM - 7:45 PM: Bring your own board games and card games. Hang out, learn a new game, and meet new friends. Last Mondays of each month. Learn more here.
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2023 Hot Coffee Lecture Series: Phoenix Jazz Girls Rising
Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq., Goodyear
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Phoenix Jazz Girls Rising is designed to teach young female musicians the basics of jazz, improvisation, and how to express their individuality through music. The evening will conclude with a jam session by an all women jazz ensemble. Learn more here.
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FOLLOW YOUR ART JR SUMMER PROGRAM
The Loma Linda Community Center is hosting a FREE four week intensive summer program that gives West Valley students ages 13-19 the opportunity to develop and expand their art portfolio and prepare them for higher education in the Arts. The program runs 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday beginning June 6, 2023.
REGISTER HERE. Questions: arts@goodyearaz.gov
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HOW CAN WE MAKE OUR COMMUNITY HEALTHIER?
Take the survey to let us know!
Click here to take the 2023 community health survey to share your voice!
We encourage you to share this survey with your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers to help us make sure everyone has a chance to share their voice.
The survey is open now through May 31, 2023. Survey responses are anonymous, and no personal information is collected.
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The City is Your Partner; Civic Engagement is Key | |
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GOODYEAR POLICE TEEN ACADEMY - REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Are you a high school student age 14 to 18 with an interest in criminal justice and want an inside look at law enforcement? Register closes June 2, 2023 for this one-week academy. Classes are held at the Goodyear Police Department and meet Tuesday, June 20 through Friday, June 23, 2023 from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Find out more here.
Class size is limited, so REGISTER NOW!
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GOODYEAR FIRE DEPARTMENT FREE EMS OPEN HOUSE
Come meet your Emergency Medical Professionals, learn hands-only CPR and stop the bleed First Aid, see and experience Fire Dept. equipment, and other safety information.
Saturday, May 20, 9:00 AM - Noon
Fire Station 182, 10701 Estrella Pkwy, Goodyear
For more information, call 623-882-7308 or gyfdce@goodyear.gov
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303 SEGMENT PUBLIC MEETING
The Arizona Department of Transportation will hold two public meetings in May to present information on the plans for a new four-mile segment of Loop 303 in Goodyear, from MC 85 to Van Buren Street. For more information, visit the project website.
In-Person Public Meeting | May 10 | 5:30PM - 7PM
5:30 p.m. open house | 6 p.m. presentation
Desert Edge High School Cafeteria, 15778 W Yuma Rd.
Virtual Public Meeting | May 11 | 6PM - 7:30PM | JOIN ONLINE HERE
MEETING ID: 873 8781 5425
JOIN BY PHONE: 669.900.6833 (English) | 866.730.7514 (Español) pin de participante 984619#.
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MILES OF IMPROVEMENTS
As one of the fastest growing cities in America, staying on top of infrastructure in Goodyear is important. Starting in March, more than 72 lane miles will be resurfaced across the city. The roads for this project were selected due to their declining condition.
Work will be done in phases with main roads being resurfaced which began in late March. Residential roads receiving the seal coat will start in April and all work will be completed by the end of May. For a list of affected roads, click here.
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FOSTERING CARE FOR FOSTER CARE
Are you a foster parent in need of support? Maybe you're considering foster care or looking for a way to get involved? May is Foster Care awareness month and our local faith-based organizations are here to provide resources and assist in connecting you with other foster families in the West Valley.
If you're interested in attending a Foster Care event, consider the SHINE Festival on Saturday, May 6th at 10:00 AM hosted by the Arizona Association for Foster and Adoptive Parents.
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WHAT CAN'T GO IN THE CAN?
Do you need to dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW)? HHW is more than aerosol cans, motor oil, and latex paints. Visit the Household Hazardous Waste page to learn about what qualifies and how to schedule HHW year round drop-off appointments or curbside pickup starting in May 2023.
For more information on collection guidelines and approved items, click here.
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Faith and Community Roundtable
The FCRT is held the second Tuesday of each month and agencies are chosen at random to have their information provided to Goodyear residents. These agencies serve Goodyear residents and are providing a valuable service to our community.
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DeeCilla Comfort Center
The DeeCilla Comfort Center is a woman-veteran founded faith-based ministry supporting homeless and abused women and children. Are you a single mom or know a single mom? Join our (online) Single Mom Support Group meeting the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm.
You can find out more by visiting our website at www.deecillacenter.org or call Shawanda Randolph at(623) 440-6963 or hello@shawandarandolph.com.
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Emergency:
Police Non-emergency:
Fire Non-emergency:
Graffiti Report, Code Compliance:
Trash, Recycling, & Utility Billing
Water & Sewer Emergencies:
Streets, Lights, Sidewalks:
Neighborhood Services:
GoodyearCares
Parks & Recreation:
Goodyear Ballpark:
Goodyear Library:
Maricopa County:
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The Neighborhood Services Department is committed to partnering with residents to preserve and enhance the character of Goodyear neighborhoods by engaging people in civic participation and making government more accessible. | |
Neighborhood Services | City of Goodyear | 623-882-7803 | Email | Website | | | | |
