Good morning to you Tempe! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️ In today’s newsletter:

• Tempe’s traffic cameras go live for safety
• Free energy workshops in Tempe
• Tempe teen’s tragic death from ‘dusting’ trend

Also on today’s calendar: The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Tempe-Phoenix and 10 other events.

Today’s riddle: What do you call a happy citizen of Istanbul? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Friday: Very warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 103 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Saturday: Sunny and very warm, temps: high: 106, low: 76.
• Sunday: Hot with plenty of sun, with a high of 108 and low of 78 degrees.

📰 News we’re reading

1. Tempe intersection enforcement cameras warning period ends(abc15.com) — Tempe’s new traffic enforcement cameras are now live, aiming to reduce collisions and improve safety. The police department plans to move mobile cameras throughout the city to prevent drivers from memorizing their locations.
   

2. Tempe Partners with APS, SRP and TCAA to Offer Bilingual Energy Education Workshops (signalsaz.com) — Tempe is partnering with APS, SRP, and TCAA to offer free bilingual energy workshops. These sessions aim to help residents manage energy costs and access utility assistance programs, enhancing home efficiency.
   

3. Tempe teen dead from participating in dangerous ‘dusting’ social media trend (azfamily.com) — A tragic incident in Tempe highlights the dangers of the ‘dusting’ social media trend. The O’Rourke family shares their story after losing their daughter, Renna, to raise awareness and prevent similar tragedies. The family hopes to educate parents about the risks of household products.
   

4. Arizona cars through the years: See how much has changed(azcentral.com) — Explore Arizona’s automotive history with a collection of vintage car photographs and stories, including notable moments like the 1933 dedication of the Tempe bridge. The Tempe History Museum provides a glimpse into the past with images of classic cars and local landmarks.
   

🗓 Upcoming Events in Tempe

Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!

Saturday June 7

• • Author Storytime with Whitney Lowrey
    Tempe Public Library – Storytime Room
    10:00 am
  • Mystery Club
    Tempe Public Library – Connections Café
    10:30 am
  • Writing Workshops with Duane Roen
    Tempe Public Library –
    10:30 am
  • Ranch Hands Cowboylesque
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    12:00 pm
  • Crochet Corner
    Tempe Public Library – Teen Center
    2:00 pm
  • Summer Film Screening
    Tempe Public Library – Desert Willow Program Room
    2:00 pm

Sunday June 8

• • Wicked Sing-Along Drag Brunch
    Tempe Improv, 930 E University Dr, Tempe
    12:00 pm
  • Tri-City Puzzle Tournament
    Tempe Public Library – Desert Willow Program Room
    3:00 pm

Saturday June 14

• • The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Tempe-Phoenix
    Embassy Suites by Hilton Tempe 4400 S Rural Rd Tempe, AZ 85282
    5:00 pm

Sunday June 15

• Dave & Buster’s Tempe – 2025 Dad Games
  2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy , Tempe
  12:00 pm

🗓 Events Nearby

Friday June 6

• • Read & Feed
    Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
    11:30 am
  • SRP Game Zone
    Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
    3:00 pm

Tuesday June 10

• • Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color!
    Guadalupe Branch Library Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
    3:00 pm

Thursday June 12

• Guadalupe En Colores
  Guadalupe Branch Library Guadalupe Branch at Community Room
  3:00 pm

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

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Free event!
  Join us for indoor sports every Thursday night. Co-ed (men and women), ages 16 and older. Pick-up style games with a different sport every month!… (Nextdoor Shalimar)
• Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
  Patra was LOST on June 1, 2025 in Tempe, AZ 85282 near Near w 22nd street Tempe, Az Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to… (Nextdoor Daley Park)

• Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group posted a job opening for Cyber Security Project Specialist, Assistant Vice President in Tempe. Apply here.
• Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Stocker in Tempe. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tempe here.

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

P.S. The answer to today’s riddle: A Turkish delight!
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