Tempe This Week: Oct. 17, 2022

New program for entrepreneurs, free local music event Tempe Jam and public feedback opportunities

Provide your feedback on a proposed youth flavored vape and tobacco ordinance

The Tempe City Council is considering a potential ordinance that would aim to curb youth and teen vaping. The city will be reaching out to stakeholders and the larger Tempe community to gather feedback about the proposed language before bringing an ordinance to a vote.

Two public meetings will be held along with an online public survey to gather feedback. Submit the online survey by Oct. 30.

The current proposed ordinance would create a requirement for a new tobacco sales license, prohibit the sale of flavored vape and tobacco products and define the minimum age for purchase of tobacco products at 21. 

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Arizona Theatre Company moves to Tempe Center for the Arts for 2023-24 season

Arizona Theatre Company will move to Tempe beginning with its 2023-24 season, performing at Tempe Center for the Arts, a state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Tempe.

The move signals a new era for Arizona Theatre Company and affirms the City of Tempe’s commitment to the arts. The collaboration with TCA will bring Arizona’s preeminent professional regional theatre to Tempe's backyard. 

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The Grand Canal Connection Project, connecting the Grand Canal path with the Rio Salado and Crosscut Canal paths, is having public meetings on Monday, Oct. 24 where you can view preliminary designs and provide feedback.

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Achieve your professional goals
Join the Tempe Chamber mentorship program

If you are looking for guidance to take you to the next step in your business or career or if you aim to lift and guide others, the Tempe Chamber Mentor/Protégé Program could be just what you are looking for. Deadline for applications is Oct. 21. All Chamber members are welcome to participate

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The City of Tempe will launch a new online platform especially to help local businesses succeed at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26, in Tempe City Council Chambers.

Tempe Biz HUUB is a free, city-wide online resource center for small businesses. The platform offers everything from free online workshops to an extensive library of helpful videos on just about every business topic. There are online peer-to-peer support options so people can share ideas and solve issues together. Tempe Biz HUUB will post information about free grants and program opportunities so businesses won't miss out. Businesses can also book time with vetted experts at a set rate for more personalized help.  

A virtual demonstration will also be available at tempe.gov/tempe11 and through WebEx. 

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Calling all high school students and parents:
College Connect is here to help

The FAFSA opened Oct. 1, and College Connect Tempe is here to help you through the process! Filling out and turning in the FAFSA is free and it gives students access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school. Attend our in-person fall labs at the Tempe Public Library to learn more.

College Application Lab
Mondays between 2 to 5 p.m.

Financial Aid Lab
Wednesdays between 2 to 5 p.m.

For virtual help, save the date for a FAFSA Kick-Off Workshop on Wednesday, Oct. 26  from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Register in advance

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