Mesa
Today
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mesa Public Library hosts four valentine-making sessions from Feb.2 to Feb.9 at Gateway, Dobson Ranch, Main, and Red Mountain branches. Volunteers will deliver created cards to assisted living residents — drop-offs for those unable to attend are accepted from Feb.2 to Feb.7. Mesa Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hadrian opened its new Factory 3 yesterday in southeast Mesa—marking a key milestone in AI-powered manufacturing expansion that creates over 350 local jobs. The 290,000 sqft facility is a $200 million investment designed to produce aerospace parts and high-tech systems, officials said. Mesa Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mesa Music Festival was postponed from its early April schedule to Oct. 15-17; the free event, featuring over 250 performances in downtown Mesa (with acts yet to be announced), will bring together local and national talent. The Arizona Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ EVIT (East Valley Institute of Technology) and Mesa Public Schools announced a new CNA training campus at Red Mountain High School starting in July. The program will let EVIT Career Technical Education District students train as certified nursing assistants and gain preferential seating in the nursing associate degree program. Mesa Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents can join a Valentine’s crafting night at Drink Me Tea Room (a local favorite) on Thursday, Feb. 5, where guests will create a succulent tea cup planter and a heart-shaped floral wreath. The event promises a cozy celebration of creativity. Mesa Independent
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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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Vitamin String Quartet Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Starts at $52.50 — Experience spellbinding string renditions of hits from Taylor Swift to Daft Punk by the popular Vitamin String Quartet.
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