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Ostrich Festival Celebrates Chandler’s Unique History
Ostriches in Chandler, Ariz. It sounds absurd, but the truth is sometimes stranger than fiction. And, turns out, these large, flightless birds are inseparable from this Arizona city’s history. Chandler’s founder was none other than Dr. A.J. Chandler, an engineer, veterinarian and – apparently – ostrich rancher. The doctor thought he could cash in on ...One Thousand Tumbleweeds Needed for Chandler Christmas Tree
CHANDLER -- This city may be the only one in the nation facing a shortage of materials required for building a Christmas tree. Every year since 1957, Chandler has erected a Christmas tree composed entirely of tumbleweeds, chicken wire and paint.7 Quirky Sculptures Around the Valley
The Valley's diverse population brings some very diverse art as well. Here are some of our favorite pieces.Tree Stump Sculptures Adorn Chandler Golf Course
CHANDLER -- After summer monsoon winds knocked down several large trees on the SunBird Golf Course in 2005, the course operators decided that, rather than tear out the stumps, they'd turn them into works of art. So they hired local artist Bob Jordan, commonly known as "Chainsaw Bob," to convert the stumps into sculptures.
