What’s up Tempe! Let’s start this morning right by getting caught up on what’s going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️ In today’s newsletter:

• Tempe’s robot revolution is here
• Join ASU’s Coffee Club for caffeine and connections
• Explore Arizona’s top stargazing spots

Also on today’s calendar: Taoist TAI CHI – Introductory First 17-Move Intensive and 9 other events.

Today’s riddle: What do you call a flying insect that can’t make up its mind? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 90 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Friday: Plenty of sun, temps: high: 91, low: 63.
• Saturday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 89 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we’re reading

1. Uncanny Valley: Why Phoenix has become a laboratory for an invasion of robots (phoenixnewtimes.com) — Tempe is at the forefront of a robotics revolution, with Dax security robots patrolling the IDEA Tempe Campus and autonomous vehicles being tested at ASU’s Tempe campus. Local resident Adam Pioth has become fascinated with these robots, sharing his experiences online. The area is becoming a hub for robotics innovation, attracting companies like Waymo and DoorDash.
   

2. The Coffee Club at ASU provides a space for caffeine, connections and new skills (statepress.com) — ASU’s Coffee Club offers students a chance to connect over coffee, with meetups near the Tempe campus. The club, founded by Justin Weidmann, provides a relaxed environment for learning coffee-making skills and fostering friendships.
   

3. Arizona’s night sky: Get the best views at these 11 dark places(azcentral.com) — Arizona offers a wealth of stargazing opportunities, from the ASU Planetarium in Tempe to renowned observatories like Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff. These venues provide immersive experiences and educational events, making Arizona a prime destination for astronomy enthusiasts.
   

4. Sentinel article helps bring cousins together to celebrate birthday(morrowcountysentinel.com) — Esther Hudnell celebrated her 102nd birthday with family, including cousins from Tempe. The reunion was sparked by a family discovery through a newspaper article, bringing relatives together from across the country.
   

5. Internal conflict shakes Arizona Democratic Party leadership(deseret.com) — The Arizona Democratic Party is experiencing internal conflict as Chairman Robert Branscomb II accuses Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego of interference. This discord comes amid preparations for next year’s crucial elections, with Tempe playing a role in the political landscape.
   

🗓 Upcoming Events in Tempe

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday April 24

• FREE Movie Night at the Drive-In!
  West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-In, 5650 N 55th Ave, Glendale
  5:00 pm

Other local events

Friday April 25

• • Tempe Library Readers Theater Acting Workshop Rehearsal
    Tempe Public Library, 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe
    10:00 am
  • Super Mario Kart Racing
    Teen Center , Tempe Public Library –
    3:00 pm
  • LEGO® Learning Lab
    Tempe Public Library , –
    4:00 pm
  • Opening for Comedians! — Mr Mal
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    4:30 pm
  • Chaos at the Coco Bongo
    ASU Performing and Media Arts (APMA), 970 E University Dr, Tempe
    7:00 pm
  • Animal Farm- Spring Play
    Tempe Preparatory Academy, 1251 E Southern Ave, Tempe
    7:30 pm

Saturday April 26

• • A Question of Querying
    Ironwood Classroom , Tempe Public Library –
    10:00 am
  • Ranch Hands Cowboylesque
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    11:00 am

Saturday May 3

• Taoist TAI CHI – Introductory First 17-Move Intensive
  2310 N 56th St, Phoenix
  12:00 pm

🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday April 24

• • Crafting Together: Neurographic Art
    Ed Robson Branch , at Programming Room
    10:00 am
  • Teen Things: Neon Painting
    Guadalupe Branch Library , Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
    4:30 pm
  • Spring Dance Concert
    Basha High , Chandler, AZ 85249
    6:30 pm

Friday April 25

• STEAM Jr.- Connects
  Chandler Public Library – Sunset, 4930 W Ray Rd, Chandler
  10:00 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

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Ok Tempe! So now you’re in the loop about what’s happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh — and if you like what you’re reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

— The Patch AM Team

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