People wait in line to buy tickets for spring training games at the Peoria Sports Complex in this March 16, 2022, file photo.
(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
People can expand their circle of friendship in Peoria.
The Mayo Family Foundation, AZ Langar on Wheels and the City of Peoria invite the community to attend a Unity Gathering 5-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27 at the Peoria Sports Complex., 16101 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria.
"Please join us under the lights for this meaningful evening," said Rebecca Wright, executive director of the Peoria Diamond Club. "And please feel free to invite your friends, partners, and networks to join in the fun."
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People can expand their circle of friendship in Peoria.
The Mayo Family Foundation, AZ Langar on Wheels and the City of Peoria invite the community to attend a Unity Gathering 5-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27 at the Peoria Sports Complex., 16101 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria.
"Please join us under the lights for this meaningful evening," said Rebecca Wright, executive director of the Peoria Diamond Club. "And please feel free to invite your friends, partners, and networks to join in the fun."
The Peoria Diamond Club is a nonprofit organization that supports the operations of the Peoria Sports Complex with volunteers during spring training and other city events since 1993.
Revenues shared by the teams and city as well as donations are redistributed to community youth organizations through its grant progream. More than 350 people volunteer for the Peoria Diamond Club.
"This gathering brings together nonprofits, faith-based leaders, and community partners from across Peoria for an evening centered on unity, friendship, and service," Wright said. "It’s an opportunity to share a meal, hear inspiring stories, and celebrate the values that truly connect us."
While the event is free to attend, a ticket sign up is requested so orgnaizers can get a head count of expected attendance. RSVP deadline is Oct. 20.
Meet Charlene Charlene Bisson joined Independent Newsmedia, Inc., USA, in 1999, starting her career as a journalist in Glendale, then covering Surprise a year later. She became publisher of the West Valley during the Great Recession and later promoted publisher of the Arizona group in 2018. In January 2022, she was promoted to President & CEO of INI.
Community: She serves on the Arizona Media Association Board of Directors, The Phoenix Children’s Hospital West Valley Board, and the Liberty Lions Baseball Booster. She also supports the Peoria Diamond Club as a member.
Education: Arizona State University with a BA in Journalism and Mass Communications, with a minor in Business.
Random Fact: She hiked the Grand Canyon twice from top to bottom in one day.
Hobbies: Writing fiction and playing the piano for fun. Hiking, swimming, and working out at the gym.
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