Christa Bormann Realtor

10/01/2026

Happy Weekend!! Sub-100 TODAY!! I'm calling it fall. 🍂

Here's what's happening around the Valley October 2 to 4.

Today tops out at 96°, which in Arizona counts as sweater weather. 😄

A few of my picks: the Maricopa County Home & Garden Show at WestWorld (great for project ideas), Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND in Tempe, and the Arizona State Fair, which is back all weekend.

What's your plan: fair food, home projects, or staying cozy with Netflix?

09/25/2026

Life is so "ruff" for this little dude. Over here having big dreams. Laying on his fluffy blanket. Blending in. 🤣

What do you think he's dreaming about? I hope I get to nap like him this weekend. Lip twitching and all!

09/24/2026

Happy almost weekend, neighbors! Here's what's happening around the Valley September 25 to 27.

If you're staying close to home, ¡Viva! A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage is at Water Tower Plaza in Gilbert this Friday from 6:00 to 8:30 PM. Anything near the Water Tower in Gilbert is one of my favorite kinds of downtown nights. I just love downtown Gilbert so much!

Saturday will be hot again at 104°, but Sunday gives us a break at 94° with a small chance of rain. I'll take it.

What's on your list this weekend? And if you know about a local event I should include next week, tell me in the comments. I love finding new spots through all of you.

09/23/2026

Christa Bormann | HomeSmart Lifestyles | 623.498.2992

Rare find: This is one of only a few Juniper models built in Adora Trails, and it comes with a 3-car tandem garage. What would you use the extra space for? A workshop, extra storage, a home gym?

3 beds, 2 baths, 2,271 sq ft, all on one level. Community pool, splash pad, and clubhouse right in the neighborhood.

Want to check it out for yourself? Send me a message, I'd love to connect and schedule you a personal tour.



Listed by Rene Evans, HomeSmart Lifestyles

09/21/2026

What would you do with this backyard?

This one, in Gilbert has a pool, mature landscaping, and enough space to actually use, whether that's Sunday morning coffee by the water, dinner on the patio, or turning a corner into a garden.

Inside you get 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and just over 4,000 square feet on a third of an acre.

Want the full details or a private showing? Send me a message; I'd love to walk you through it.

Christa Bormann | HomeSmart Lifestyles
623.498.2992 | homesbycb.com

09/19/2026

Such a fun place! You've gotta check it out!

Starfighter Arcade in Mesa, AZ!!

09/19/2026

09/17/2026

Another triple-digit weekend in the East Valley! ☀️🥵

If you’re braving the heat, plenty is happening around town. Check out the Garlic Festival at Queen Creek Olive Mill, hunt for treasures at Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market, or catch Legends vs. Young Guns at Rawhide Saturday night.

Prefer the AC? I fully support that decision. 😂 There’s a fresh lineup on Netflix too.

What’s on your list this weekend? 👇

09/11/2026

Silk & Stone just opened in downtown Gilbert, and this one is personal. Our daughter got to help set up the store before it opened, which was her very first real job experience, and we could not be prouder.

If you haven't been in yet, it's worth the stop. This resale boutique carries designer clothing, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and teens, including brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Prada, Tiffany, and Lululemon, all at prices that impressed me! I mean, truly affordable!

It's tucked right into one of the best parts of Gilbert to spend an afternoon.

Extra 10% off for Grand Opening Week ends tomorrow, so don't wait.

📍 735 N Gilbert Rd Ste 130, Gilbert, AZ 85234
🕐 Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–7pm

Background music was playing in-store and picked up in the video. No copyright ownership claimed.

09/10/2026

Okay, Arizona… what are we doing this weekend?! 🌵☀️

The weekend is almost here, and there’s a LOT happening around the Valley! From rodeos and live music to baseball, football, family fun, and a little Netflix for those of us who would rather enjoy the AC. 😂

I rounded up a few ideas for September 11th through 13th so you don’t have to go searching for them!
☀️ SAVE this post for when someone inevitably asks, “So… what should we do this weekend?”

And because I want to know…

Which one are you picking? 👇
🎶 Live music
⚾ Diamondbacks
🏈 Cardinals
🤠 Rodeo
🐠 Family fun
🛋️ Absolutely nothing. I live in Arizona and it’s still 105°. 😂

Know about something fun happening around Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, Mesa, Scottsdale or the Phoenix East Valley that I missed? Drop it in the comments! Let’s give everyone even more ideas. 🩵