Good morning, Mesa.

Three men from Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Mesa are facing charges in a $1 billion health care fraud scheme—allegedly targeting elderly Medicare patients, including those in hospice, through four Arizona-based companies as part of a nationwide indictment that includes over 300 others.

Mesa city council voted unanimously (5-0) to hold a special recall election costing $104,577 on November 4 for District 2 voters to decide whether to remove Councilwoman Julie Spilsbury from office.

The recall effort, started by resident JoAnne Robbins with enough petition signatures, has sparked heated debate over partisan influence (with some petition gatherers being nonresidents).

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in donation after two visits — Network with entrepreneurs and grow your business in a supportive community.

Imaginarium Mesa: Winter Wonderland

6-10 p.m. — Imaginarium Mesa — Ticket info unavailable — Immerse yourself in a magical light festival experience for all ages.

Weekly Coffee Chat at Panera

8 a.m. — Panera Bread — Free entry — Engage in casual conversations over coffee with the local community.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Free entry — Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and influencers in the heart of Mesa.

Jason Russell: Comedy at The Cellar

6 PM – 11 PM — The Cellar at 12West Brewing — 21+ only, 2 item minimum — Experience high-energy comedy with master impressionist Jason Russell over three unforgettable nights.

Justin Foster Live at JP’s Comedy Club

7-9 p.m. — JP’s Comedy Club — Ticket details vary — Experience the raw and ridiculous humor of Justin Foster as he shares personal stories that turn chaos into comedy.

Family Paint Party

5-7 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Cost varies — Unleash creativity at this family-friendly paint night for all ages.

Botzee Robotics & Aerospace Engineering Flight Camp

Half-day or full-week options — UPTOWN JUNGLE FUN PARK — Pricing details available — Explore drone technology and rocket science through hands-on activities and Minecraft challenges.

Joanna Ruth Meyer: While the Dark Remains

7-9 p.m. — Changing Hands Bookstore — Free entry — Explore the depths of magic and revenge in debut adult fantasy 'While the Dark Remains' with author Joanna Ruth Meyer.

Mesa Business Networking Event

10:30-11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs and influencers to accelerate your business growth.