Gilbert’s growth: more neighbors, same hometown heart 🌵

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🐚 Buck & Rider - Gilbert

Seafood fans flock to Buck & Rider, a lively room alive with clinking glasses and that tell-tale ocean aroma. Kick off with crispy calamari before moving to swordfish grilled so tender it yields to a fork.

The tuna tataki salad arrives citrus bright and herb fresh, a bite of sunshine. Whether you’re toasting a promotion or just Friday’s arrival, this upbeat spot makes every table feel like a celebration. Learn more here.

✨ Pretty House Beauty Lounge - Gilbert

Feel like catching up with friends who happen to be beauty pros? Walk into the spotless studio, get greeted by Bre’s easy laugh, then choose your treat: Madison’s glow-boosting facials, Reese’s face-flattering brow mapping, a fresh cut, lashes, even a gentle ear-piercing for little ones.

Every service is unrushed, customized, and genuinely fun; it's self-care that doubles as a hangout, and the results keep neighbors coming back. Learn more here.

• $2,599,000

• 4 beds

• 4 baths

• 4,994 sqft

• 0.82 Acres Lot

Nearly an acre of resort living with PebbleTec pool, grotto slide, sunken swim-up bar, full-court hoops, and outdoor fireplace. Inside, 4,994 stylish sqft shine with chef’s quartz kitchen, theater, smart tech, and private casita. View property here.

🚀 Gilbert Climbs to 4th Fastest-Growing City

The Gist: From extra strollers on the Riparian Preserve trail to longer lines at Saturday markets, Gilbert’s headcount swelled 22 % between 2014 and 2023, earning the No. 4 spot for big-city growth nationwide, says StorageCafe. Chandler, Mesa, and a booming Queen Creek followed close behind.

Why It Matters: New neighbors add energy and jobs, yet $500k home prices and fuller roads make smart planning crucial. Read more here.

🗓️ Bulk Trash Appointments Coming Soon

The Gist: Neighborhoods including Lyon’s Gate, Cove at Vincenz, and La Aldea will test out a new appointment-based bulk trash pickup program. This pilot aims to tackle the issue of oversized trash piles sitting curbside too early, crowding streets and causing headaches for neighbors.

Why It Matters: This change will keep streets cleaner and clearer, giving everyone more room to park, drive, and enjoy. Read more here.

🎁 Public Star Party | Riparian Preserve | Gilbert | 07/11 | More
Best price in town: zero dollars for infinite wonder.

🏆 Pickleball Social | Freestone Recreation Center | Gilbert | 07/12 | More
Friendly volleys, instant besties—game on for all skill levels.

💦 Splash Bash | Big Blue Swim School | Gilbert | 07/12 | More
Your summer’s coolest ticket in town!

🌟 People Who Could Fly Live | The Park, OHSO Brewery | Gilbert | 07/12 | More
Local legend vibes—your bar stool just got VIP status.

🍻 Cellar Saturday | Woodnotes Cellar | Gilbert | 07/12 | More
Barrel beats & funky pours!

🍸 Girls Night Out | Verde at Cooley Station | Gilbert | 07/16 | More
Light bites, bright nights: Brass Tap turns midweek into fiesta.