Atomic Comics publicity photograph; not a photograph of the announced guest appearance. Image source: Nerdvana
Atomic Comics reopened Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 2974 N. Alma School Road, Suite 5. Founder Mike Malve started the chain in the mid-1980s and grew it to Mesa, Metrocenter, Chandler and Paradise Valley before it closed in 2011. The grand opening celebration is Saturday, Sept. 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. and includes a signing with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-creator Kevin Eastman.
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Costco lists November 7, 2026, as the opening date for its new Chandler Business Center at 1111 W. Pecos Road. The warehouse page still marks the location as coming soon and lists business delivery among its services. Check Costco’s location page for current opening details before making a trip; opening-day hours are not listed on that page.
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Chandler Community Center’s Halloween edition of Community Nights in the Courtyard is Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 125 E. Commonwealth Ave. The free, all-ages event includes pumpkin carving or painting, Halloween crafts, lawn games and treats. Costumes are encouraged. The city’s separately published CityScope October events list confirms October 29.
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The Door Church’s Good News Candy Cruise is scheduled for October 30 and 31, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. each evening at 585 E. Frye Road. The church lists free admission, candy, games, Bible-story themed trunks and a puppet show. Costumes are encouraged, with a request to keep them not too spooky. The organizer’s page includes a ticket-registration link; check it for any registration requirements before attending.
