Good morning, Mesa.

The Mesa business builder small business assistance program wrapped up a successful year by helping 151 local businesses with free advising and consulting services and will reopen on July 8 for the 2025–26 program year; businesses with a valid Mesa address and license must register on Mesa HUUB + they may also access certificate programs at Mesa Community College.

A California law firm filed a lawsuit claiming that Fairlife did not stop buying milk from two local dairies after video recordings showed milk was moved at night and animals were mistreated — actions that led to an investigation by the Arizona Department of Agriculture.

The suit says private investigators recorded milk trucks moving from the dairies to processing plants between mid-March and May, a practice the plaintiffs call deceptive and fraudulent.

Dink & Dine Pickle Park will open on July 30 at Mesa Riverview shopping center this summer and will have 13 pickleball courts, dining spots, an outdoor park, and an events space—its buildout should finish by mid-July.

The owners will expand the brand across the Valley and Western United States if the park is a hit.

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality will conduct PFAS tests at groundwater sites in Tucson, Phoenix, Mesa, Lake Havasu and Prescott after initial detections last fall.

The tests will check for harmful chemicals like PFOA, PFOS and GenX—used in items such as nonstick pans and firefighting foam—to determine why levels exceed new limits.

Mesa is urging residents to prepare for sudden monsoon storms that can quickly cause power outages, downed trees and flooded streets by checking on elderly and homebound neighbors.

The city has made sandbags available at select fire stations and transportation centers + recommends having an evacuation plan and disaster kit ready.

In April, Mesa issued 115 commercial building permits for various projects.

The city website posted details on permits covering new construction and renovations — providing key information for future development reviews.

A new survey shows that many nursing home providers fear Medicaid cuts will force staffing reductions and limit access to needed equipment & technology.

Jeffreys Barrett of the Arizona Health Care Association, which represents 147 nursing homes, is gathering opinions to assess how the cuts may affect care services.

Alice in Wonderland

— Various times — Mesa Arts Center — Season tickets available — Experience the magic of live theater as young performers bring Alice's adventures to life.

Friday Night Country Swing

7:30 p.m. — Scootin' Boots Dance Hall — Cost varies — Enjoy lessons and open dancing in a lively country swing atmosphere.

Engineering for Kids: Earth Science Detectives Camp

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — UPTOWN JUNGLE FUN PARK — Variable pricing — Explore robotics and podcasting in a fun, interactive camp for kids aged 8-14.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

10:30-11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Free entry — A gathering for entrepreneurs, business owners, and influencers to connect and collaborate.

Queen & Bowie Tribute Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona — $62 — Celebrate the legendary music of Queen and David Bowie with engaging live renditions in an intimate setting.

Dezzy Hollow Concert

5-11 p.m. — Nile Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Dezzy Hollow live with Nuggz, Laznyte & Cristalz 888 in an engaging music event.

Imaginarium Mesa: Winter Wonderland

6-10 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Cost info not specified — immerse yourself in a magical light festival featuring a winter wonderland theme for all ages.

Virtual Tour of Senior Living Community

9 AM – 7 PM — Jones Family Care Home — Free entry — Explore nutritious meals and award-winning care at a top-rated senior living facility.

Engineering for Kids: RoboSports Challenge and Game Coding Camp

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Slick City Action Park — Pricing varies — Engage in a hands-on LEGO robotics challenge and creative game coding experience.

Imaginarium Mesa: Winter Wonderland

6-10 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Tickets required — Step into a magical light festival and walk through a captivating winter wonderland.