Good morning, Mesa.

Tilson, a fiber optic company in the East Valley, filed for Chapter 11 in late May amid more than a dozen no-pay complaints and property damage claims—its work for Blackrock and Gigapower led to lawsuits and unpaid bills for small businesses like Mobile Mix Inc.

Arizona’s Department of Economic Security announced on June 17th that it would reduce its workforce by 5% due to federal funding cuts and cost shifts to the state—affected employees received two and a half weeks’ notice with a final workday on July 4th.

The Mesa City Council voted 6-0 on June 16 to clear the way for a proposed private school expansion—the council will vote on a modified council use permit on July 1.

Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly said he opposes a Senate bill that calls for selling or dispersing more than 120 million acres of public land for affordable housing.

The proposal affects over 2 million acres in Arizona and may endanger cherished outdoor areas + local economic benefits if enacted.

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.

Imaginarium: Winter Wonderland

6-10 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Tickets available — Step into an enchanting world of magic and light at this spectacular all-ages walk-through experience.

VANA Live with Honey Revenge, Daisy Grenade, and Nightlife

6-10 p.m. — Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience a night of pop-rock energy with up-and-coming bands from Los Angeles.