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Downtown Mesa businesses are now receiving free Narcan kits as part of a program by Community Bridges—trained staff are ready to act quickly during opioid overdoses as the initiative is funded by Maricopa County Public Health funds amid rising drug use.

The Circus Farm will return to Mesa Arts Center in July with a 60-minute air-conditioned family circus featuring games, juggling, and LED lighted props.

The show will have performances at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on July 13, 20, and 27 at Nesbitt/Elliott Playhouse on Main St, tickets start at $15.25 — and a pre-show experience hosted by MABEL will offer creative activities.

Mesa, Phoenix and Tempe are reviewing new zoning rules that may limit where data centers can be built.

Data centers create many jobs and add billions in revenue — the new plans could slow future growth and investment.

Arizona lawmakers and the governor will review proposals next year to cut water from the Colorado River as seven states finish negotiations by the end of this year—experts say the plan faces challenges from divided government and deep water cuts that may affect residents.

The House passed its budget proposal last Friday, and the Senate is set to release its plan on Monday—lawmakers hope to have a final budget approved by Wednesday before the fiscal deadline.

A recent Justice Department opinion suggests that the president may remove national monument designations—putting Arizona's 19 monuments at risk from future resource development.

Experts warn that changes could affect key sites like Canyon de Chelly and Vermilion Cliffs as authorities prepare for potential policy shifts.

Landsea Homes Corp. has started selling new homes at Rialta in Mesa today; the community will have 90 houses with five floorplan choices, resort-style amenities, and prices beginning in the high $400,000s.

Homebuyers will get smart home features (like energy savings and modern technology) that offer more choices for quality living in Mesa.

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.

Arizona ToyCon

9 a.m. — Mesa Convention Center — $10 general admission, kids free — The ultimate destination for toy enthusiasts featuring over 200 tables of collectibles and merchandise.

Imaginarium Winter Wonderland

6:00-10:00 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Cost TBD — Step into a magical light festival featuring a whimsical winter theme for all ages.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — Network with entrepreneurs, business owners, and influencers to foster connections and grow your business.