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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in a Mesa retirement community voted down a plan to build a new activity center—one that would have required extra fees from homeowners. The vote fell 48 votes short, and some residents worry about high costs for those on fixed incomes while the board said it will maintain the current center and explore other options later. The Mesa Tribune
- ➤ The Mesa Asian District along Dobson Road offers authentic food and a welcoming space for Arizona's Asian community — a new cultural asset that celebrates diverse heritage in Mesa. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Mekong Plaza opened in 2008 with two-thirds of its spaces empty—today the two-mile corridor in Mesa is home to 100 Asian businesses. The Arizona Republic
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Winglee Exotic Fruits Market in Mesa offers a wide assortment of Vietnamese fruits such as dragonfruit, guava & jackfruit along with a varied selection of snacks and drinks. Owner Walleye Lai has run the store since 2011 and continues to supply locals with exotic produce. The Arizona Republic
SHOP NEWS
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Sturgill Simpson Concert
12-3 p.m. — Mesa Amphitheatre — Tickets starting at $160 — Catch Sturgill Simpson live in Mesa for an unforgettable musical experience.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Big Patio Party with Collin Freestone
2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live reggae music in a spacious brewery setting in downtown Mesa.
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Diana Krall Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Last-minute tickets available — Experience a captivating evening with jazz singer Diana Krall in Mesa, AZ.
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