Good morning, Mesa.

Rebuilding Together Valley of the Sun in Mesa provides no-cost home repairs for low-income homeowners—including seniors, veterans, people with disabilities, and families.

The volunteer-supported program works with donors and community partners to make homes safer and help residents live more independently in Maricopa County.

The Mesa Arts Center unveiled a mural titled Interdependent Nature by artist Shepard Fairey—completed April 18—to mark its 20th anniversary and add new art to the west side of its campus at 1 E.

Main St.

Heritage Academy Mesa student Alejandro Zayas Abril is one of 20 high school seniors who were awarded the 2025 Flinn Scholarship — a full ride covering tuition, fees, housing and study-abroad programs.

The package is valued at more than $135,000 over four years and supports enrollment at Arizona State, Northern Arizona and the University of Arizona this fall.

Troy Lynch hiked the Wave Cave Trail in the Superstition Wilderness and experienced steep inclines and desert views on its 3-mile route with an 800-foot elevation gain—reaching a cave shaped like a wave that echoed as he arrived.

Local hiker Mitch McCollough observed bighorn sheep along the trail and noted that dusty switchbacks make the path challenging—adding to its scenic appeal.

Seven Mesa restaurants were named on The Arizona Republic’s list of 100 essential restaurants — they serve Korean bar food and spicy Mexican dishes across local neighborhoods.

Sunday Funday Big Patio Party

2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Biergarten — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Rhythm City Express in a spacious brewery setting.

Cactus Man Triathlon

6:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Tempe Beach Park — Registration fees applicable — Experience a day of athletic challenge and community spirit at this vibrant triathlon event.

Sturgill Simpson Concert

12-3 p.m. — Mesa Amphitheatre — Tickets starting at $160 — Catch Sturgill Simpson live in Mesa for an unforgettable musical experience.

One-Day Fascia Release Workshop

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Eagles Community Center — No certification required — Explore hands-on techniques for fascia healing with expert Maria Alfieris.

Knights of the Abyss Live Show

6-10 p.m. — Nile Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heavy sounds of Knights of the Abyss, a local deathcore band from Glendale.

CCN's Run to Fight Children's Cancer

6-7:30 a.m. — Riverview Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate survivorship and honor those affected by childhood cancer at this community run.

Sunday Evening Recital by Miramar Ward Young Women

6:30-7:00 p.m. — Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors' Center — Free admission — Enjoy a variety of gospel-centered music performances by talented young women including piano, strings, vocals, and harp.

Parkinson’s Support Group (Mesa)

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Red Mountain Recreation Center — Free entry — Connect and share experiences in a supportive environment for Parkinson's patients and their care partners.

Mesa Networking Event

10:30-11:30 a.m. — The Summit at Sunland Springs Assisted Living — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs and business owners in a heart-centered community.

Enemies & Lovers: A Fantasy Book Event

12 PM – 11 PM — Mesa Convention Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate the enchanting world of fantasy tropes and meet authors at this immersive themed weekend.