Good morning, Mesa.

EVIT will now pay for transportation for students from nine East Valley school districts to its Mesa campuses under a new deal (reducing previous local district expenses).

School officials have raised concerns over the change.

Teachers at Robson Elementary School (2122 E.

Pueblo Ave.) were surprised Friday with a $5,000 teachers' lounge makeover funded by Crayola and Walmart during Crayola Creativity Week, which awards select schools nationwide. Walmart Supercenter volunteers also helped clean, paint, and assemble new furniture.

A New Leaf in Mesa submitted a $10K grant request for a rapid rehousing program approved by a 4+0 Pinal County vote on July 1 to secure funds from the Ak Chin Indian Community Shared Revenue Program while the county acts as the fiscal agent.

Modern Calligraphy for Beginners

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Brick Road Coffee — All supplies included — Unleash your creativity with beautiful lettering skills in a cozy café setting.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with local entrepreneurs and build meaningful business relationships.

The Australian Pink Floyd Show

6-9 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Tickets start at $83 — Experience a stunning tribute to Pink Floyd with note-perfect performances and vibrant visuals.