Elicia Gabriela Estrada imported a truck from Japan, painted it pink, lined it with shelves and launched Graciela's Mobile Books in May, InMaricopa reports. It carries new and used English, Spanish and bilingual books from publishers, indie authors and Marketplace finds, plus a free book box, and it rolls up to the Copa Farmers Market and Maricopa Night Market. Next: Graciela's Booktober on Oct. 18, an 18-and-up night with local vendors and authors.
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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.
