Summer has officially settled into the Valley, bringing long days, warm nights, and plenty happening around Sun City, Sun City West, and The Grand. Whether you're staying close to home or escaping the heat for a bit, we've gathered the latest local news, new businesses, community happenings, and a few interesting stories to keep you in the loop this week.

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~ Keep an eye out for something strange in the western sky Wednesday morning, June 10th. Their launch window begins at 7am Pacific time. A SpaceX Falcon 9 launch from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base could be visible across much of Arizona, creating a glowing plume that has surprised many residents who didn't realize they were watching a rocket streak across the desert sky. (link)

~ Charcuterie lovers have a new option in the West Valley with the opening of Graze Craze on Bell Road in Surprise. The new shop specializes in handcrafted grazing boards and boxes filled with premium meats, cheeses, fresh fruits, and other gourmet bites, making it a great choice for entertaining, gifts, or an easy lunch. (link & map)

About 50,000 years ago, a space rock traveling faster than a rifle bullet slammed into northern Arizona, leaving behind a crater so massive it can still be seen from space today.

Every year, millions of people drive across Interstate 40 between Flagstaff and Winslow without realizing they are passing one of the most extraordinary geological sites on Earth.

Just a few miles off the highway sits Meteor Crater, a nearly perfect bowl carved into the Arizona desert by an asteroid impact that forever changed the landscape.

It is one of the best-preserved meteor impact sites anywhere in the world, giving scientists an incredible window into the violent history of our solar system.

Read the full article here.

Dollar-denominated accounts — 401(k)s, IRAs, savings — are fully exposed to inflation, currency debasement, and government policy. Most financial advisors won't tell you that, because most of them don't profit when you know. Here's what's actually available to you:

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[Sun City West] Jazz, rock, country – get a wide sampling of music styles at this year’s Sun City West Sizzling Summer Series inside the air conditioned Palm Ridge Rec Center. (link)

Performances are scheduled for June 17th and July 1st , all of which fall on Wednesday. All shows begin at 5 p.m. with doors opening at 4:30 p.m.

[Sun City] This week’s movie is ‘YOU, ALWAYS (2025)’. Showtimes are Wednesday 6/10 at 2pm & 7pm at the Marinette Rec Center & Saturday 6/13 at 2pm & 7pm at the MOUNTAIN MUSIC ROOM (New location). See the JUNE movie lineup here.

[Sun City] Rec Centers of Sun City “HOT FUN OUTTA THE SUN” concert series is happening on Wednesday, June 10th at the Sundial Recreation Center. Come out for Mayberry Memories with Bill Knotts. (link)

[Sun City West] Movie Night at the Stardust Theatre Join them for a matinee showing of AMERICAN PSYCHO, on Thursday, JUNE 11TH, at 6pm, and POMS, on Friday, JUNE 12th at 1pm (link)

[Sun City West] This summer, fill your calendar with some entertainment and get out of the Arizona heat as Stardust Theatre welcomes a great lineup of talented musicians, along with a hilarious comedy act, to perform in Sun City West as part of the “Live At Stardust” summer event!

Taking place inside the air conditioned Stardust Theatre, located on the Kuentz Recreation Center, members can enjoy a variety of shows on Thursdays during the months of June, July and August at 2 p.m. Doors for each show open at 1:30 p.m. (link)

[Sun City West] The Sun City West Friday Farmers Market. The market is every Friday from 9am-1pm at the Lord of Life Lutherans Church. (link)

[Sun City] The Sun City Farmers Market is back at the Bell Center, on 99th Ave just south of Bell Road. The market will be held every Thursday from 9am-1pm, through the end of May. (link)

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[Sun City] Rec Centers of Sun City “HOT FUN OUTTA THE SUN” concert series is happening on Wednesday, June 17th at the Sundial Recreation Center. Come out for the ADULT TRIVIA!! (link)

[Sun City West] This summer, learn to play new games as part of the Recreation Centers of Sun City West’s free “Game Night” events! During these free summer events, you can drop into the Men’s Club on Monday, June 22nd to learn how to play a variety of games taught by volunteers.

Both scheduled events run from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and are free to attend, you’ll just need to RSVP online through our ticketing site, suncitywest.com/tickets, as space is limited.

[Sun City West] Set the stage this summer and bring a full theatre production to life from start to finish! The Stardust Theatre, located in Sun City West, invites students between the ages of 9 and 13 to join their theatre camp this summer and learn the different aspects of theatre production alongside other students, culminating in a public performance of your finished production! (link)

How was the real estate market in the Sun City Communities? Find out in the June edition of the Sun City Real Estate News.

See data & analysis on the market as a whole, plus details on Sun City, Sun City West & The Grand.

Palo Verde Artists (PVA) - will be offering "Summer Paint-ins/Potlucks" for PVA and ABTL members on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the art club room. We are located on the upper level of the pool building at the Sundial Center. Just bring an apron, a canvass, your choice of paints, and a dish to share at the potluck. Peggy Juneau is overseeing the events. This will be a great time to join the club and get to know people. Also, we will be making Christmas decorations for the club room door on Wednesday, June 24, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. In addition, this summer we will be displaying our group paint projects, from the May general meeting, in the display case outside the club room. If anyone would like to join us, the membership fee is only $10 per calendar year and is open to all RCSC Members. Open studios are Tuesdays, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. There is a calendar and class listing posted outside the PVA art club room at Sundial Center. Please visit our website at https://paloverdeartists.com/.

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