Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
Good morning, Mesa.
Registration for youth summer camps at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E.
Main St., has begun — the camps offer arts classes from blacksmithing and jewelry-making to comics and ceramics — and one camp, clay monster madness for ages 9-12 from June 17th to 27th, will provide all materials.
Mayor Mark Freeman said in his first State of the City address last week that he will focus on public safety and water security while building on a family legacy that helped found Mesa—he noted that investments including a $90-million bond for emergency services and the Central Mesa Reuse Pipeline project will secure the city’s future.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central and Northern Arizona provides free lodging, meals and emotional support to families facing tough medical challenges during Family Wellness Month.
Studies show that keeping families together helps children recover faster — in 2024, more than 1,100 families stayed at its centers to remain close to their hospitalized children.
The Story of the Phoenix East Valley Partnership
7-8 p.m. — Mesa Arts Center — Free entry — Discover how the Phoenix East Valley Partnership has shaped the region for over 40 years.
Rolling Quartz Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of the Korean rock girl band ROLLING QUARTZ on their U.S. tour.
Big Patio Party: Live Music with KAILIN Kentigian Duo
2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a spacious brewery atmosphere while listening to live music from the KAILIN Kentigian Duo.
Sunday Evening Recital Featuring Britney Freeman
6:30-7:00 p.m. — Mesa Arizona Temple Visitors' Center — Free entry — Enjoy a lovely evening of vocal performance by Britney Freeman.
AGG 2025 Conference
7 AM – 1 PM — Delta Hotels Phoenix Mesa — Early Bird rates available — Engage in a week of education, excellence, and community in sunny Mesa, Arizona.
Public Serpents: Live Music by TOB
7-8:30 p.m. — The Underground — Free entry — Enjoy a dynamic blend of punk, grunge, reggae, ska, rock, and hip-hop from Phoenix's own Thomas O'Brien.
Mesa Arts Chamber Concerts: Chamber Strings
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of curated chamber music performed by small ensembles.
Deafheaven Concert
6-11 p.m. — Nile Theater — $100/ea — Catch Deafheaven live in Mesa for an unforgettable night of music.
Big Patio Party with Live Music by Jacobe
2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy spacious outdoor vibes with live tunes and craft brews in Downtown Mesa.
Perfect Pooch Alumni Social Event
7:45-9:00 a.m. — Red Mountain Park — Free entry — Enjoy a group walk with fellow dog lovers to reinforce training skills in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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