Mesa
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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Every Monday morning, a group of Mesa seniors gathers at Tower Point RV Resort to crochet waterproof sleeping mats from donated plastic bags for the Salvation Army (350 mats have been crafted so far). ABC15 Arizona
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Patrick Page and Paige Davis will perform in an intimate cabaret-style show with live music, songs, and storytelling at 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 13 at the Mesa Arts Center’s Virginia G. Piper Repertory Theater located at 1 E. Main St. Tickets start at $97.50. Mesa Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ASU Prep Polytechnic Preschool invites families to join an upcoming campus tour to learn about pre-K enrollment for the 2026-27 academic year. The tour offers a chance to view facilities and ask questions + plan ahead for school entry. Mesa Independent
- ➤ EVIT Expo displays 50 skilled trades programs, interactive demos and exhibits on Saturday, Jan. 31 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the EVIT Main Campus — 1601 W. Main St. in Mesa — and also highlights offerings from EVIT Power Campus and Coronado Fire Academy in Scottsdale. Mesa Independent
- ➤ RSI (The Refrigeration School Inc.) is hosting two open houses to showcase innovation and community impact. The first event is on Wednesday, Jan. 28 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., and the second is on Saturday, Jan. 31 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mesa Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mesa's incentive programs converted 182,000 sqft of turf to xeriscape in 2025, saving 68 million gallons of water and lowering costs for HOAs, businesses, and residents. A grant from WIFA helped fund free landscape assessments and irrigation upgrades, with benefits expected over the next five years. Mesa Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new bill is under consideration at the Legislature to let the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority fund cloud seeding to boost rural water sources. Introduced by Rep. Gail Griffin, the measure would enable snowpack augmentation despite reports of unproven benefits. KJZZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from 2025 shows that investors remained active in Mesa's entry-level home market while overall investor shares stayed steady. With 41% of low-priced homes bought with cash, first-time buyers now face tougher competition when seeking affordable financing. The Mesa Tribune
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January 2026 Winter Event
All Day — Bell Bank Park — Competitive event — Top teams compete in a high-level national environment during winter.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Family Lunar New Year Celebration
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Chandler Fashion Center — Free entry — Celebrate the year of the Horse with traditional performances, crafts, and fun activities for the whole family.
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Moment of Truth Concert
6:30-11 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — $25 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Outta Pocket, Moment of Truth, Sin Against Sin, and War Prison.
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Mesa Arizona Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Engage with local entrepreneurs and build meaningful business relationships in your community.
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David Ramirez Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of soulful melodies with David Ramirez.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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