January 2025 Good Neighbor Alert

January 2024

Neighbor 2 Neighbor Survey

We ended 2024 asking you what type of New Years person are you?

I like to reflect on the past year - 14%

I'm all about living in the now - 18%

Ehhh...it's just another year - 30%

I like to plan for the future - 39%

So all of you future planners, here's what we want to know as we begin 2025...

In 2025 I'd love for the Good Neighbor Alert to feature more information about:

Traffic/Construction projects that will impact my commute

Information about Parks in my area

More ways I can be civically connected

Keep doing what you're doing! The info is great!

Upcoming Free Events & Important Dates

December

CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY

Goodyear City Offices & Library Closed

Goodyear City Hall,1900 N Civic Sq.

Goodyear City Hall and the Georgia T Lord Library will be closed in observance of Christmas. Trash and recycle services are affected.

December

CLOSED AT 5PM

Goodyear Library Closed at 5PM

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

The Georgia T Lord Library will be closed at 5PM in observance of New Years.

January

CLOSED NEW YEARS DAY

Goodyear City Offices & Library Closed

Goodyear City Hall,1900 N Civic Sq.

Goodyear City Hall and the Georgia T Lord Library will be closed in observance of New Years. Trash and recycle services are affected.

January

Senior Connections

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

1PM - 3PM: Are you a senior wanting to stay connected to other seniors in the community? Join us the 1st three Mondays for Senior Connections. We'll play card games, do puzzles, chat, listen to music, and generally have fun! Learn more here..

January

Mad Science Presents Mineral Mania

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

4:30PM - 5:30PM: Join us for this extra special STEM event at 4:30pm presented by Mad Science. Recreate the process of rock formation and devise ways to identify and classify rocks and minerals. experience the thrill of panning for gems, and take home the gems you find for further study and investigation. This event is open to 30 children ages 8+ and their adults. *Sponsored by Friends of the Goodyear Library* Learn more here.

January

Adult Crafting Adventures: Vision Boards

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

6PM - 7PM: Step into 2025 with clarity, creativity, and intention! In this hands-on workshop, we will use a variety of art materials to create personalized vision boards that reflect your goals, dreams, and aspirations for the upcoming year. This immersive, mixed-media workshop combines the power of visual storytelling with creative expression. You’ll explore a range of materials—from magazines and stamps to paint, textured papers, and embellishments—allowing you to craft a unique and dynamic vision board that resonates with your deepest desires. Join us for a day of creativity, inspiration, and vision-setting—let's make 2025 your most vibrant year yet! Learn more here.

January

Department of Veteran's Services Q&A

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

10AM - 1PM: The 2nd Thursday of every month, learn about your and your family's veterans benefits and services at this Q&A table presented by The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services.

Learn more here.

January

Family Flicks Fridays: Frozen (2013) (PG)

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

2PM - 4PM: Bring blankets to make a comfy seating spot, as well as your favorite movie treats! Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets available at the front desk the day of.

Learn more here.

January

Game ON!

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

10AM - 12PM: West side gaming community: Come roll with us! Bring your board and card games, such as Ticket to Ride, Sagrada, Azul, 7 Wonders, Tiny Towns, Century Spice Road, Dominion, and Star Realms. Hang out, learn a new game, and meet new friends. Ages 18 and up are welcome! Last Mondays of each month.

Learn more here.

January

Traffic Signal Cabinet Art Project - Artists needed!

Citywide, Goodyear

Check out the artist opportunities available in Goodyear and submit your application by January 13 at 11:59 p.m. If you have any questions, contact us at arts@goodyearaz.gov or 623-882-7544. For more fine art shows and opportunities open to all West Valley Artists ages 18+, Click here.

January

Goodyear Faith & Community Roundtable

Goodyear Recreation Campus, 420 Estrella Pkwy

8:30-10AM: The purpose of the Roundtable is to collaborate resources to make a difference for those in need in the southwest valley. Learn more here.

January

Master Gardener Presents: Planning Your Garden

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

Learn more here.

January

CLOSESD MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

Goodyear City Offices & Library Closed

Goodyear City Hall, 1900 N Civic Sq.

Goodyear City Hall and the Georgia T Lord Library will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Trash and recycle services will not be affected.

January

Virtual HOA/Condo Academy #1

Zoom & Facebook Live

11AM - 12PM: Kick off the new year with a look at the hottest topics shaping Arizona HOAs/condos in 2025! This session will provide the latest updates on federal and state laws that impact HOAs and Condos. We will also discuss predictions for the 2025 Arizona Legislative Session. Plus, learn how to supercharge your association’s productivity with the Eisenhower Method for effective goal setting and task management. Join us to ensure your community stays ahead of the curve in 2025! Click here to register.

January

Reptile Rehab with The Phoenix Herpetological Society

Georgia T. Lord Library - Community Room, 1900 N Civic Sq.

4PM - 5PM: How do you care for rescued reptiles with medical needs? A tailless alligator? A three-legged lizard? Learn how Phoenix Herp provides special care for these animals and how these medical needs can be helped and prevented in the future. This program is for Teens 12-18 only, registration is required.. Register Here

January

Understanding Medicare

Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N Civic Sq.

6PM - 7:30PM: Understanding all of the Medicare parts and plans presents unique challenges. Program presenter Henry Brumbach is an insurance professional and West Valley Insurance Independent Agency Owner. Register here.

January

Goodyear HOA Board Member Roundtable

Goodyear City Hall, 1900 N Civic Sq.

5:30-7PM: Meeting the 3rd Thursday of the month, this roundtable is for HOA Board Members ONLY. Connect with other HOA Board Members in Goodyear and learn how to build exceptional neighborhoods. Learn more here.

"Nothing makes you more tolerant of a neighbor's noisy party than being there."

The City is Your Partner, Civic Engagement is Key

Traffic Cabinet Art Project

The city of Goodyear is seeking Arizona artists to aesthetically treat utility infrastructure throughout the community. Artists will transform traffic signal control cabinets in Goodyear from only being functional infrastructure to colorful, inspired works of art. The artwork will either be painted directly on the cabinet or created digitally as a vinyl wrap that will be applied to the cabinet.

The project is open to Arizona artists, artist teams, and educational institutions. The Call is open to artists working in a broad range of visual media.

Interested artists shall submit the following application materials no later than January 13, 2025 by 11:59 p.m.

Learn More

What's Happening Here?

As Goodyear is one of the fastest growing cities in AZ, and the United States, it's near impossible to not see some sort of construction happening on one or more of our roads on any given day. We receive a lot of emails asking us what's being done on this road or that, or when will this project be completed? Well, we're glad you asked!

Our engineering team has put together a solution that provides our residents with all of the information regarding, past, current and future infrastructure projects in Goodyear. Just click the link below and you'll be able to navigate an interactive map that shows Street, Parks, Water, CIP projects and more! More info can be found at www.goodyearaz.gov/roads.

Learn More

Did You Know?

GoodyearCares Can Help!

The GoodyearCares Navigator is now providing referrals to Health Connection for free assistance with:

AHCCCS (Arizona’s Medicaid program)
KidsCare (low-cost health insurance for children)
Health Insurance Marketplace plans through the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Open Enrollment: November 1, 2024 – January 2025

This is a great opportunity to explore affordable health insurance options or update your current coverage.

Email GoodyearCares today by clicking the link below or call (623) 882-7801 to get a referral

Contact Navigator

Inside Out Needs You!

Every March, Compass Church mobilizes its congregation to serve the people of Goodyear. They call this day, 'Inside Out Day'. Currently they are seeking projects for their members to tackle. These projects include anything from clean up, to landscaping, small fix-it projects and house painting.

If you, or someone you know is in need of some help around their house with a one-day project, they'd like to hear about it!

Click on the link below to contact their project lead and let them know what your need might be.

Contact Compass

"A good neighbor is a very desirable thing" ~ Thomas Jefferson

Faith & Community Roundtable

The FCRT is held the second Tuesday of each month and agencies are chosen at random to have their information provided to Goodyear residents. These agencies serve Goodyear residents and are providing a valuable service to our community.

At My Purposeful Marriage, our team of remarkable God fearing marriage coaches have extensive experience working with people just like you. People who are dealing with a wide variety of issues, including (but not limited to) infidelity, communication problems, finances, intimacy issues, love, & respect. We are committed to providing effective coaching services that help couples overcome their challenges and build stronger relationships; that last a lifetime.

We take a biblical solution-focused approach to marriage coaching. Focusing on identifying and building on the strengths of each individual as well as the strengths of the couple as a unit. Our wonderful coaches work collaboratively with couples to develop a practical plan in place for overcoming their challenges and building a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.

Contact My Purposeful Marriage