Good morning, Mesa.

A local welder is building a custom coyote-proof enclosure for Felicia’s yard after her 13-year-old Shih Tzu was attacked by a coyote last week & the design will help her dogs enjoy safe outdoor time.

Lehi Marketplace at a Mesa elementary school now offers donated essentials for students and families in need.

Donations of new clothing, food, and hygiene items are welcomed and donors can call the school office (480-472-5500).

The Community of Women business referral group will host guest speaker Stephanie Brown at Crackers & Co. in Mesa from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 9, with free admission for members and a $25 fee in advance or $35 at the door (online registration is encouraged).

Small business owners in Mesa are adjusting operations as diesel prices hit nearly $6 in Phoenix on Wednesday—this surge forces them to raise service costs, according to AAA.

Mesa Public Schools teacher Juanita Hernandez was recently honored with a full scholarship (one of two recipients) to attend the 13th annual conference on the American Revolution in Glen Allen, Virginia.

The event gathers over 150 history enthusiasts and experts.

Mesa Public Schools teacher Juanita Hernandez was awarded a full scholarship to attend the 13th Annual Premier Conference on the American Revolution in Glen Allen, Virginia + the event convened over 150 historians and enthusiasts.

East Valley Institute of Technology is in a legal dispute with nine districts over sharing funds for career and technical education, including its two *Mesa campuses*, with funding for thousands of students on hold until the parties negotiate a new plan.

Downtown Mesa may soon see a 62-unit senior apartment complex if developer Commonwealth wins LIHTC credits, with land leased for 50 years at University Drive and Center Street adjacent to the Senior Center.

Mesa officials said the $18 million project will include exercise areas, a roof deck and covered parking.

More than 338,000 fans attended spring training games in Mesa as the Chicago Cubs led attendance for the 13th season while the Athletics also saw increased turnout.

City officials say the event boosted local businesses and the overall economy.

Into the Woods

7:30 p.m. — MCC Performing Arts Center — Ticket cost varies — Experience the magical journey of wishes and consequences in this enchanting musical by Sondheim.

Hail the Sun Concert

6-8 p.m. — Nile Theater — Cost varies — Experience the progression of post-hardcore music with Hail The Sun in a vibrant live show.

Chris Conley Live Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Coffee Shop — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening with the New Jersey sextet who have charted over three million sales worldwide since their reformation.

Hadestown

Times Vary — Ikeda Theater — Tickets start at $62 — Experience the award-winning musical that intertwines love stories from myth with captivating songs.

He Is Legend

6-9 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets from $40 — Enjoy an unforgettable live performance by He Is Legend in Mesa, AZ.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Join a structured networking group focused on building reliable referral relationships.

Black Violin's Full Circle Tour

12:30-10 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Tickets start at $52 — Experience a transformative performance blending classical and hip-hop music reflecting on personal journeys.

D.R.I. Concert

6-9 p.m. — Nile Theater — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an electrifying night with D.R.I. at Nile Theater.

Live Music with Pretty Slick

5-7 p.m. — Encore at Eastmark HOA & Clubhouse — $5 entry — Enjoy the sounds of Pretty Slick on the event lawn.

Salt River Brass: Inspiration Concert

3-6 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — $14.75 - $34.50 — Celebrate youth and music with performances from the Salt River Brass and special guests including the U.S. Army Brass Quintet.