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Gilbert man needs lung transplant

For Jeff Hanna, every breath is a struggle. He suffers from a lung disorder, and doctors say a lung transplant is his only hope. Friends and family are planning a fundraiser to help with the expenses. Hanna, 42, was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in 2006. His father also suffered from the inflammatory lung disorder [...]

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Riparian Events

Skywatch – Friday, August 13, 8 p.m.  Learn about astronomy concepts; $3 suggested donation. Dragonfly & Butterfly Walk – August 28, 7 a.m.  Learn appreciation for these beautiful insects during the height of their season. Activities are held at the Riparian Preserve, southeast of Greenfield and Guadalupe roads, or the Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. [...]

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Free Child ID Clinic With Gilbert Police Department

There will be a free Child ID Clinic on Saturday, July 24 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. conducted at the Gilbert Police Department, 75 E. Civic Center Dr.. The event is for parents with children ages three and older. Each parent will receive a laminated photo ID card and a CD with photo, digital fingerprints, video, [...]

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Luncheon Featuring Senator John McCain

Plan to attend this memorable luncheon on Friday, July 23, featuring Senator John McCain. A buffet luncheon will begin at 11:00 a.m. and Senator McCain will meet one-on-one with Chamber members at 11:45 a.m. then will take the stage at Noon to address his platform issues and take questions from the audience. The event is [...]

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Referral Institute

Join the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and sponsors Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Maddy’s Pool Supply and Services, MAX Solutions and Services, Rayhon’s Financial Solutions and The I.T. Workshop on Wednesday, July 21 from 7:30 – 10:00 a.m. at Villa Siena located at 890 W. Elliot Rd., Gilbert for The Referral Institute. This educational program and networking [...]

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Free Child ID Event

Register now for the next Child ID event, Saturday, July 24, 9 a.m. – noon. The Gilbert Police Crime Prevention Unit will host the free clinic at 75 E. Civic Center Drive. Call (480) 635-7521 or (480) 635-7520 or (480) 635-7522 to schedule.

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Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Insurance Benefits Office Hours

Looking for answers to your health insurance questions? Meet one-on-one with a member of our Insurance Benefits Taskforce to address your concerns and learn more about your business’s group or individual insurance coverage. Visit www.gilbertaz.com for more information. The office is open today, Thursday, July 15th, from 1–3 p.m. at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, [...]

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GILBERT CHAMBER BRINGS REFERRAL INSTITUTE TO MEMBERS

The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will feature business referral strategist Victoria Trafton at four educational programs to help businesses significantly increase their referral business as part of the Referral Institute Series beginning this month. “Victoria Trafton is an absolute ‘master’ of referral marketing,” said Darren Patoni, president of The I.T. Workshop and member of the [...]

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Gilbert Chamber Ribbon Cutting

Join the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce in welcoming The Little Clinic. A Ribbon Cutting will be held on Wednesday, July 14 from 9 – 10 a.m. at the Little Clinic, located at 6470 S. Higley Road, Gilbert. General admission is free.

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District 22 Candidate Forum

Join the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce for the District 22 Candidate Forum, sponsored by SRP. This forum will bring together candidates for District 22 in a Q & A format. Candidates will provide responses to questions concerning priorities on State issues. Join us and learn more about these decision-makers who want the opportunity to vote [...]

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