Good morning, Mesa.

Mesa's Hydration Donation Campaign continues asking for cases of water or cash to help people during the extreme summer heat—since May 5, the initiative has received 193,352 bottles and $50,469, which United Food Bank used to buy an extra 187,500 bottles, and it will run until Sept. 30.

Adriana Quintero and Luz Violeta run Maxica Colectivo—they make contemporary jewelry using traditional beadwork and teach workshops that preserve their Indigenous Mexican heritage.

They view each piece as a form of prayer and a way to keep their culture alive.

High school art is on display at Mesa Community College as part of the CHROMA25 exhibition open until Aug.

14, featuring work from local schools during the 2024-25 academic year. A reception and awards ceremony will be held Thursday, Aug. 14 from 6-8 p.m. at MCC Theatre (1833 W. Southern Ave., Building AG-31) to honor outstanding pieces with scholarship awards toward art studies.

Many students returning to school face extreme heat as temperatures are projected to hit 118 later this week, with the National Weather Service issuing warnings for several Arizona counties.

The Arizona Department of Health urges schools, parents, and outdoor staff to move activities indoors and provide frequent water breaks to prevent heat-related illnesses — a measure intended to keep everyone safe.

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes modified the state’s election rulebook on August 4th to follow a court ruling—he removed a provision that allowed certifying election results without every county’s input.

Yelp ranked Snowtime’s Chandler and Mesa stores as the best shaved ice in Arizona.

The shop is known for its Korean bingsu—which is a light, fluffy dessert topped with flavors like Oreo and tiramisu—and it also offers soft serve ice cream, teas, and coffees.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Build connections and elevate your business in a vibrant community of entrepreneurs.

ATEEZ NITE

7-11 p.m. — The Rosetta Room — $12 for ATINY tickets — Celebrate ATEEZ with local fans and ATEEZ-themed fun before the concert.

Tango Foundations Course

6:30-8 p.m. — Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place — $255-500 depending on registration — Immerse yourself in the art of Argentine Tango with this 8-week beginner course.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs, business owners, and influencers in a vibrant setting.

Shapel Lacey Stand-Up Comedy

6-7:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ages 18+ — Enjoy a night of laughs with the unique and original comedic voice of Shapel Lacey.

Pizzas, Pipes, and Pinoys!

3:30-5:30 p.m. — Organ Stop Pizza — No cover charge — Escape the heat while enjoying delectable pizzas and the spectacular sounds of the world's largest Wurlitzer Theater Pipe Organ.

Mesa Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — $25 drop-in donation — A vibrant community event for entrepreneurs and business owners to connect and grow together.

Notes From Neptune Live

6-9 p.m. — Cellar Pub — Free entry — Enjoy smooth grooves and local brews in this cozy underground music venue.

Australian Pink Floyd Tribute Show

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fine-tuned tribute to the legendary band Pink Floyd with one of the world's best tribute bands.

Liana De La Rosa and Ali Hazelwood Discuss Gabriela and His Grace

7-9 p.m. — Mesa Arts Center — Ticket includes a signed copy — Dive into a historical romance between a rebellious heiress and a duke as bestselling authors share fascinating insights.