Golden Lotus Confections and baker Sierra Strawder, from the source coverage. Image source: InMaricopa
InMaricopa reports Golden Lotus Confections is a self-serve bakery cart on Sierra Strawder's front porch in Rancho El Dorado, open daily 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Payment runs on the honor system through Zelle, Cash App, Venmo or a cash box, with a Ring doorbell for help. Every Sunday she posts Flight Club, a new weekly flavor theme. Strawder is licensed through Arizona's cottage program and launched the cart in May.
This brief records the information reported on Aug 28, 2026. Opening dates and operating details may have changed.
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Groove Machine performs November 6, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mike Ingram Heritage Park, 44240 W. Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway. Admission is free for this Concerts in the Park event, part of Maricopa First Friday. The city recommends bringing a blanket or lawn chair; the performance includes a 15-minute intermission.
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Maricopa’s Merry Copa celebration is scheduled for December 5, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Copper Sky Regional Park, 44345 M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard. The city lists free admission, shopping, food trucks and a tree-lighting ceremony. Additional program details are still to come; check the city’s event page as the date approaches.
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Maricopa’s Veterans Day parade is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 9 a.m. Local VFW Post 12043 lists the start at Central Arizona College on West Bowlin Road and the finish at Leading Edge Academy on North Porter Road. Check the local veterans’ organization’s event information before heading out.
