Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
Good morning, Mesa.
The LEGO Brick Convention is happening today and tomorrow at the Mesa Convention Center, where local LEGO artists display giant brick cities and intricate robots to inspire STEM learning and raise funds for children through Creations for Charity.
Tickets are available for anyone who wants to support the community.
Agritopia opened its new indoor-outdoor classroom at its 11-acre farm near Mesa, giving children in the Farm Hands program a chance to learn urban agriculture firsthand.
The space supports hands-on lessons in growing food for school groups and local community members.
Great Hearts Academies broke ground in Apache Junction's Blossom Rock community for its first tuition-free K–5 campus outside Maricopa County — built on land donated by Brookfield Residential — which will open in fall 2027 and serve as a community hub, already drawing interest from over 550 families.
East Valley Institute of Technology is paying $2M to cover transportation for students as school districts will cut services next school year amid a legal dispute over funds.
The school will pause main campus renovations to allocate funds + keep the transportation program running.
Harleys After Dark Party
5-11 p.m. — Desert Wind Harley-Davidson — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening with complimentary dinner and drinks at this community gathering.
Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 for non-members after two visits — Engage in structured networking designed for real relationships among local entrepreneurs.
Infected Rain Live
6-9 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets required — Experience an energetic blend of modern metal with Infected Rain.
Jake Shimabukuro Concert
7:30 PM — Tom and Janet Ikeda Theater — Starts at $52.50 — Experience the magical sounds of the ukulele with virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro and special guest Henry Kapono.
Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Membership required after two visits — Build real relationships and reliable referral networks in a committed, supportive environment.
Total Chaos Live
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — Tickets from $51 — Experience a live performance that promises to be unforgettable.
Lago Live at The Underground
7-10 p.m. — The Underground — Tickets starting at $44 — Experience an unforgettable night with Lago in Mesa.
Pickle Ball: The Musical
2:00 PM — Virginia G. Piper Repertory Theater — Start at $40.75 — Experience a hilarious musical comedy that parodies the pickleball phenomenon and traditional tennis.
Musical Theatre Summer Camp
8:30 AM — East Valley Children's Theatre — Cost varies — Immerse in a two-week musical theatre camp led by professional teaching artists for an enriching experience.
Mesa Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Build meaningful relationships in a structured networking environment.
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