The Niehaus Team - CrossCountry Mortgage

10/16/2026

🎉 It’s FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY with John &Robb at Cross Country Mortgage, bringing you the BEST things happening in Arizona this weekend! 🎉

📖 Today is National Dictionary Day!
The original Google... except you had to know how to spell the word before you could find out how to spell the word. Whether it's procrastination, exercise, or houseguest, today is a great day to expand your vocabulary. 😄

🔥 WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND 🔥
1️⃣ The Offspring at the Arizona State Fair 📍 Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Phoenix 🗓️ Friday | 7:00 PM
The Offspring are bringing punk rock to the Arizona State Fair! Your concert ticket includes fair admission, so you can enjoy the rides, games, fair food, and then rock out to some classic hits. 🎸🎡
2️⃣ Phoenix Greek Festival 📍 Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Phoenix 🗓️ Friday - Sunday
Enjoy authentic Greek food, live music, traditional dancing, cultural exhibits, and plenty of baklava. Come hungry and experience one of the Valley's favorite annual festivals. 🇬🇷🍽️
3️⃣ FASTBALL COMEDY FESTIVAL 2026 TICKETS MARKETPLACE 📍 Sloan Park, Mesa 🗓️ Saturday & Sunday
A unique comedy festival inside Sloan Park featuring live comedy, great entertainment, and a phone-free experience. Grab some friends and enjoy a weekend full of laughs. 😂⚾
4️⃣ Paranormal Festival 📍 Superstition Mountains Lost Dutchman Museum, Apache Junction 🗓️ Saturday
Explore local legends, ghost stories, paranormal investigations, history, mystery, vendors, and spooky season fun at one of Arizona's most legendary locations. 👻🔦

💡 FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY TIP OF THE WEEK:
Houseguest Do's & Don'ts 🏠
✅ Let your host know when you're arriving and leaving
✅ Bring something or offer to help
✅ Clean up after yourself
✅ Ask before helping yourself to food
✅ Give your host some space

❌ Don't bring surprise guests
❌ Don't touch the thermostat
❌ Don't reorganize someone else's kitchen
❌ Don't turn every meal into a restaurant review
❌ Don't overstay your welcome
Remember: if your host starts turning off lights, your visit may be coming to an end. 😆

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10/12/2026

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10/09/2026

🎉 It’s FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY with John &Robb at CrossCountry Mortgage, bringing you the BEST things happening in Arizona this weekend! 🎉

🧀 Today is National Moldy Cheese Day!
No, we're not talking about the mystery item hiding in the back of your refrigerator. We're talking about blue cheese, gorgonzola, and all those fancy cheeses people put on charcuterie boards and suddenly charge $28 for. 😄

🔥 WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND 🔥
1️⃣ Four Peaks Brewing Co. Oktoberfest 📍 Tempe Town Lake Marina 🗓️ October 9-11
One of Arizona's biggest fall traditions is back with live music, carnival rides, German food, b**r gardens, bratwurst, and plenty of Oktoberfest fun. Come hungry and maybe leave the stretchy pants on standby. 🍺🌭🎡
2️⃣ Pan-African Food Festival 📍 The SQUARE PHX, Phoenix 🗓️ Saturday
Explore African, Caribbean, and African American cultures through incredible food, live entertainment, music, vendors, and cultural experiences. A perfect opportunity to try something new and support local communities. 🌍🍽️🎶
3️⃣ World of Illumination: Zombie Zoo 📍 Tempe Diablo Stadium 🗓️ Select Nights
A family-friendly drive-through Halloween experience featuring glowing animals, monsters, music, lights, and spooky fun for all ages. The best part? You can enjoy the entire show without leaving your air-conditioned vehicle. 🎃🚗👻
4️⃣ Drunk Dracula 📍 The Rose Theatre, Downtown Phoenix 🗓️ This Weekend
The creators behind Drunk Shakespeare bring their hilarious spin on Dracula to Downtown Phoenix. One actor takes five shots before the show and then attempts to perform. What could possibly go wrong? 🧛🍸😂

💡 FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY TIP OF THE WEEK:

Restaurant Etiquette Edition 🍽️
✅ Be ready when you say you're ready to order
✅ Mention allergies before the food arrives
✅ Be kind to your server
✅ Keep kids safely at the table
✅ Give the staff a chance to fix issues
❌ Don't use speakerphone at the table
❌ Don't snap your fingers for attention
❌ Don't add "just one more thing" six times
❌ Don't ask for twelve separate checks at the end
❌ Don't camp at the table long after you're finished

A little courtesy goes a long way.

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09/08/2026

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09/04/2026

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09/04/2026

🎉 It’s FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY with John &Robb at CrossCountry Mortgage, bringing you the BEST things happening in Arizona this Labor Day Weekend! 🎉

😴 Today is National Lazy Mom's Day, a day dedicated to letting Mom take a well-deserved break.
No cooking, no cleaning, no laundry, no responsibilities. Just a reminder that moms do a whole lot more than most of us realize. 😄
So if there's a mom in your life, maybe take a few things off her plate today.

🔥 WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND 🔥
1️⃣ Arizona Invitational Black Rodeo 📍 WestWorld of Scottsdale 🗓️ Friday & Saturday
The Arizona Black Rodeo returns for its 15th anniversary featuring bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing, roping, steer wrestling, mutton bustin', and family-friendly entertainment. They call it "The Hottest Show on Dirt" and this weekend proves why. 🤠🐂
2️⃣ Lavell Crawford 📍 Stand Up Live, Downtown Phoenix 🗓️ Friday - Sunday
Known for his memorable role as Huell in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, Lavell Crawford brings his hilarious stand-up comedy to Phoenix all weekend long. If you're looking for laughs this Labor Day Weekend, this is your spot. 😂🎤
3️⃣ Zach Bryan: With Heaven On Tour 📍 State Farm Stadium, Glendale 🗓️ Saturday | 7:00 PM
One of the biggest names in country music takes over State Farm Stadium Saturday night. Expect a packed house, incredible music, and a night Arizona country fans won't forget. 🎶🎸
4️⃣ Grill at the Mill 📍 Queen Creek Olive Mill 🗓️ Monday | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Celebrate Labor Day with live music, grill-inspired food, lawn games, Olive Oil 101 tours, and family fun at one of Arizona's favorite destinations. Best of all, admission is free. 🌿🍔🎵

💡 FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY TIP OF THE WEEK:
Three Labor Day Weekend life hacks:
✅ Put drinks in ice water with salt to chill them faster
✅ Check your propane level using warm water on the tank
✅ Use a fan outdoors to help keep mosquitoes away

Cold drinks, enough propane, and fewer mosquito bites.
Your Labor Day Weekend just got a little better. 😎

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08/28/2026

🎉 It’s FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY with John &Robb at CrossCountry Mortgage, bringing you the BEST things happening in Arizona this weekend! 🎉

🍷 Today is National Red W**e Day, a day dedicated to one of humanity's greatest inventions.
Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Malbec... today's the perfect excuse to open your favorite bottle and celebrate.
Just remember, enjoy responsibly. 😄

🔥 WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND 🔥
1️⃣ Science of Sorcery: An Evening at Hogwarts 📍 Arizona Science Center, Phoenix 🗓️ Friday | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Arizona Science Center transforms into the Wizarding World with potions, science experiments, magical activities, themed cocktails, and plenty of Hogwarts-inspired fun. It's science class... but considerably more entertaining. 🧙⚡
2️⃣ Street League Skateboarding Championship 📍 Mullett Arena, Tempe 🗓️ Saturday
Some of the best street skateboarders in the world take over Tempe, including Arizona standouts Jagger Eaton, Dashawn Jordan, and Paige Heyn. Expect huge tricks, custom courses, and plenty of reasons to be glad you're watching instead of participating. 🛹🔥
3️⃣ Mount Westmore Featuring Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40 & Too $hort 📍 Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale 🗓️ Friday | 8:00 PM
Four West Coast hip-hop legends. One stage. One unforgettable night. This isn't just a concert... it's basically a hip-hop hall of fame reunion. 🎤🎶
4️⃣ Murder for Two 📍 The Phoenix Theatre Company 🗓️ Friday - Sunday
Part murder mystery, part musical comedy, and all kinds of chaos. One actor plays the detective while the other plays all thirteen suspects. If you love comedy, live theater, and a good mystery, this one's for you. 🎭🔎

💡 FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY TIP OF THE WEEK:

You do NOT need 20% down to buy a home.
✅ Conventional loans may allow as little as 3% down
✅ FHA loans can start at 3.5% down
✅ Eligible VA and USDA buyers may qualify for zero-down options
✅ Down payment assistance programs may be available

Don't let outdated information stop you from exploring homeownership. You may be closer than you think. 🏡

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08/21/2026

🎉 It’s FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY with John &Robb at CrossCountry Mortgage, bringing you the BEST things happening in Arizona this weekend! 🎉

👵 Today is National Senior Citizens Day , a day to recognize the contributions and accomplishments of older Americans.
They've spent decades sharing wisdom, experience, and stories... and reminding us that getting older beats the alternative. 😄
So call your parents, call your grandparents, take somebody to lunch, and celebrate the people who helped pave the way for the rest of us.

🔥 WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND 🔥
1️⃣ Freestyle Explosion Tour 📍 Mortgage Matchup Center, Downtown Phoenix 🗓️ Friday | 7:30 PM
Stevie B, The Cover Girls, Cynthia, and TKA take the stage for a night of classic freestyle hits. If you remember making mixtapes, recording songs off the radio, and rewinding cassette tapes with a pencil... this one is for you. 🎶📼
2️⃣ 4th Annual Gathering of the Ghouls 📍 Mesa Convention Center 🗓️ Saturday & Sunday
More than 100 horror vendors, celebrity appearances, cosplay, creepy photo opportunities, haunted attractions, and everything Halloween... in the middle of August. If your Halloween decorations usually go up before Labor Day, you've found your people. 🎃👻
3️⃣ Culture Fitness & Fashion Expo 📍 Phoenix Convention Center 🗓️ Saturday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fitness, bodybuilding, fashion, wellness vendors, and appearances by MMA legends Don "The Predator" Frye and Dan "The Beast" Severn. Whether you're looking for motivation or just want to carry around a protein shake and look like you belong, this is the place to be. 💪🏋️
4️⃣ Gene Simmons Band 📍 Talking Stick Resort, Scottsdale 🗓️ Saturday | 8:00 PM
The legendary KISS frontman brings his Gene Simmons Band to Scottsdale for a night of loud guitars, rock-and-roll nostalgia, and plenty of classic rock energy. 🎸🔥

💡 FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY TIP OF THE WEEK:
Your air conditioner is working overtime right now.
✅ Check your AC filter
✅ Replace it if it's dirty
✅ Improve airflow and efficiency
✅ Help your AC survive another Arizona summer
A five-minute project today could save your AC a lot of stress tomorrow. ❄️🏠

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08/07/2026

🎉 It’s FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY with John & Robb at Guild Mortgage Company, bringing you the BEST things happening in Arizona this weekend!

🌊 Today is National Lighthouse Day — a day honoring the lighthouses that guided ships safely to shore long before GPS existed. Think of them as the original Google Maps... except if you missed a turn, you hit a reef. The oldest operating lighthouse in America has been shining since 1764, which is impressive considering most phones don’t make it through lunch. 😄

🔥 WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND 🔥

1️⃣ U.S. Gymnastics Championships📍 PHX Arena, Downtown Phoenix🗓️ August 6–9
America’s best gymnasts are competing for spots on the U.S. National Team and a chance to represent Team USA at the World Championships. Watch Olympic talent like Hezly Rivera, Leanne Wong, Frederick Richard, and Asher Hong do things that completely ignore the laws of physics. 🤸🇺🇸
2️⃣ Handmade in Phoenix📍 Margaret T. Hance Park🗓️ August 7–9
Support local artists, makers, and creators while shopping handmade jewelry, artwork, home décor, gifts, and crafts. It's a great way to support local businesses and discover incredible talent right here in the Valley. 🎨🛍️
3️⃣ Arizona True Crime📍 Phoenix Police Museum🗓️ Saturday | 7:00–8:30 PM
A live storytelling event covering some of Arizona’s most infamous criminal cases, including Winnie Ruth Judd, Ernesto Miranda, Jodi Arias, and more. Includes museum access, multimedia presentations, and a live Q&A. 🚔🔎
4️⃣ Bisbee Pirate weekend📍 Bisbee, Arizona🗓️ August 7–9
Pirate balls, pirate pub crawls, mermaid meetups, treasure hunts, maritime markets, cosplay hikes, live entertainment, and the return of the Mermaids Parade. It's either a festival or Arizona's weirdest dream ever. 🏴‍☠️🧜‍♀️

💡 FUNKY FRESH FRIDAY TIP OF THE WEEK:
Three things our grandparents did that we should probably start doing again:
✅ Know your neighbors
✅ Fix things instead of replacing them
✅ Eat dinner together without phones

Simple habits. Better connections. Less scrolling. More living.
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