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Gilbert is a town located in Maricopa County, Arizona , USA. Gilbert was the fastest-growing incorporated place of over 100,000 people in the US from 1990 to 2000, as well as in the 2002, 2003, and 2004 Census estimates. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 109,697, but as of July, 2004, a Census estimate put the fast-growing suburb's population at just over 156,000, a growth of more than 46,000 people or 42% over the four-year period. In April 2005, the Town was estimated to have a population of 165,685. Although it is large and growing rapidly, Gilbert is still incorporated as a town rather than as a city; it has the highest population of any area incorporated as a town in the United States (and the second largest in North America, after Markham, Ontario), and as of the 2000 census was the only town with more than 100,000 people.

Gilbert provides a wide variety of activities for the enjoyment of its residents through the Parks and Recreation Department. Horse shows at Rodeo Park, sports programs such as soccer and softball leagues, and adult education are a few of the programs offered through the recreation department. The Easter Eggstravaganza, Halloween Carnival, So Long to Summer Fest, Summer Concerts in the Park, and the Christmas Tree Lighting are annual events presented by the Parks and Recreation Department.

Community lakes and playgrounds in beautiful Freestone and Crossroads parks afford many hours of leisure for families. The Freestone Railroad offers children s train rides which also add to Freestone Park s attraction. Miles of canal banks are maintained by the Salt River Project and the Roosevelt Conservation District for walking, running, biking and horseback riding. The town also maintains hiking and equestrian trails for the enjoyment of its citizens. Neighborhood parks within planned communities offer a variety of activities from playgrounds and pools to tennis courts and clubhouses, all within walking distance.

For the enjoyment of the local golf enthusiasts, four golf courses are open for pay in Gilbert including Kokopelli Golf Resorts and Trilogy Golf Club. Over 25 courses are available within 15 minutes of Gilbert.

Hale Theatre, located in the Heritage District of downtown Gilbert is 380-seat theatre in-the-round presenting live performances for the entire family.

The Gilbert Fine Arts Association brings art to life through education, commitment and support. Recognizing that lives are enriched by exposure to the arts, the Gilbert Fine Arts Association provides opportunities for enhancement through a wide array of activities. The Gilbert Fine Arts Association is best known for its annual musical productions such as Camelot, Annie, Joseph and the Amazing Dreamcoat, Peter Pan, West Side Story, The Wizard of Oz to name a few. They also provide scholarships to talented young people, provide workshops through its Theatrical Academy for Youth, and sponsor various live performances and art shows.

The Gilbert Promotional Corporation sponsors the annual Gilbert Days, which is a celebration of the paving of Gilbert Road in downtown Gilbert. The three day celebration features one of the largest parades in the state, IPRA Rodeo action with some of the finest contestants in the region, along with a carnival and exhibitors area. In addition to Gilbert Days, the Gilbert Promotional Corporations hosts a Fourth of July celebration with a fabulous fireworks display drawing thousands for an enjoyable evening.

The local Gilbert Boys and Girls Club and YMCA offer many activities for children to participate in while learning the values of teamwork, self-esteem and community involvement