Good morning, Mesa.

A Valley family recently faced challenges at Paradise Memorial Gardens when they were denied traditional Jewish burial rites due to safety concerns, sparking criticism from Rabbi Pinchas Allouche (Congregation Beth Tefillah in Scottsdale) who noted that such restrictions have never been seen in his decades of officiating funerals.

Idea Museum opened three exhibits including a traveling Rube Goldberg display running through Sept. and an art show by local artists, plus a new gallery featuring photographer Alanna Airitam.

The museum at 150 W. Pepper Place is open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sat and noon-4 p.m. Sunday.

Arizona author Roger Naylor said Route 66—the Mother Road—is drawing travelers as it turns 100, with its nearly 400-mile preserved stretch from Lupton to Oatman offering classic roadside attractions that have defined generations of road trips.

Mesa Community College has chosen the Mindfully Informed Civic Engagement Classroom Toolkit — designed by Alejandra Maya — as MCC’s innovation of the year to compete in the Maricopa County Community College District competition; 20 classrooms have implemented the toolkit and more adoption is expected during upcoming election cycles.

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.

David Ramirez Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of soulful melodies with David Ramirez.

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.

Big Patio Party with Casey Ryan

4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live music from acclaimed singer-songwriter Casey Ryan while savoring craft brews in a spacious patio setting.

Salt River Brass: Brass Cats Performance

3-6 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Cost info not specified — Experience an unforgettable collaboration between the Salt River Brass and ASU Jazz Ensemble.

Count Basie Orchestra with Nnenna Freelon

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Piper Repertory Theater — Starts at $53 — Celebrate America 250 with the iconic Count Basie Orchestra and special guest Nnenna Freelon.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 for drop-in guests — Network with local entrepreneurs and business owners in a structured, relationship-driven setting.

The Music & Stories of the Islands

7-8 p.m. — Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors' Center — Free entry — Experience an evening of vibrant music with the Arizona Samoan Choir showcasing the island's cultural heritage.

Mariachi Herencia de Mexico Concert

7:30-11:00 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Cost Info not provided — A new generation of mariachi brings vibrant rhythms to the stage.

Big Patio Party Featuring People Who Could Fly

4-7 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live indie pop tunes in a spacious brewery setting with a local favorite band.