Good morning, Mesa.

Aldi will open two new Mesa stores—one near Power and Elliot roads, expected to open by the end of 2026, part of a larger Arizona expansion that adds metro Phoenix locations and a Goodyear distribution center.

Michael Pollack’s Pollack Advertising Museum (housed in a former furniture warehouse) displays a vast collection of vintage motorized advertising pieces from brands like Bergie and Edgewood Whiskey.

The museum is not open to the public and preserves unique ad history.

A new guide helps locals spot iconic architecture in metro Phoenix, detailing designs by architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright and Al Beadle (known for his box-style homes) before they vanish.

Michelin, the internationally renowned restaurant guide, is beginning to rate restaurants in the Southwest—with inspectors active in Arizona and a guide scheduled to publish later this year.

Mesa diners may soon see local eateries featured in this first-ever rating effort.

Mesa residents Emily Markle and Carson Reimers earned a spot on the President’s Honor Roll at Adams State University (Alamosa) for Spring 2025 by achieving a 4.0 or above this semester.

New SNAP work requirements that began earlier this year may leave nearly 147,000 Arizonans without benefits while local food banks brace for steady demand — recertification delays and staff cuts add to the pressure.

Construction is underway on the upscale Cambria Hotel in southeast Mesa (3501 S.

Ellsworth Road) with 107 rooms, a rooftop restaurant and bar, outdoor pool, fitness center, guest laundry, meeting rooms and EV charging stations; it will open early in 2027.

Arizona Balloon Classic

4-9 p.m. — Wild Horse Pass Stadium — Entrance fees may apply — Experience stunning hot air balloon displays and delicious food at this family-friendly event.

Copper State Beer Festival

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Riverview Park — Tickets required — Celebrate craft beverages and food with 100+ vendors and lively activities.

Mesa Business Networking Chapter

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Guests can attend up to two times for a fee — A structured networking event focused on fostering real relationships among local professionals.

Big Patio Party with Live Music

4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Biergarten — Free entry — Enjoy indie pop tunes from People Who Could Fly while relaxing on a spacious patio.

January 2026 Winter Event

All Day — Bell Bank Park — Competitive event — Top teams compete in a high-level national environment during winter.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Engage with local entrepreneurs in a relationship-driven networking chapter.

Big Patio Party with The Hourglass Cats

4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live music while sipping on craft brews in a spacious outdoor setting.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with local entrepreneurs and business owners in a structured networking chapter.

Page & Paige: An Evening of Song & Story

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Arts Center — $97.50 — Experience an intimate evening of unforgettable songs with Patrick Page and Paige Davis.

Big Patio Party with Live Music by Tyler Nielson

4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with live music featuring guitar and vocal covers across multiple genres.