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Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Mesa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 13, Mariposa Gardens Memorial at 400 S. Power Road and Mountain View Cemetery at 7900 E. Main St will host Wreaths Across America ceremonies starting at 10 a.m., and community members can sponsor $17 wreaths donating $5 to help local veterans while youth aged 7 to 14 volunteer. Mesa Independent
- ➤ Mesa is opening the new Gateway library branch on Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 5036 South Eastmark Parkway; the modern facility includes storytimes, new tech like Pixel Paseo, a sensory room, and outdoor hold lockers * its award-winning design builds on 30 years of library tradition. 12 News
- ➤ Mesa’s Holiday Sunset Market returns on Dec. 12 (5 to 8 p.m.) on Main Street with craft vendors, food trucks, and local holiday decor. This event brings festive cheer for seasonal shopping. KJZZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ China Airlines now offers nonstop flights from Sky Harbor to Taipei. The first flight took off Wednesday and the service will run three days a week (Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays), with a 15-hour 20-minute journey to Taoyuan International Airport. KJZZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mesa will host its first-ever LEGO convention at the Mesa Convention Center on May 30-31, 2026, where professional LEGO artists will display builds and engage fans in interactive zones including a Star Wars area; ticket sales ($14.99 per day) will benefit Creations for Charity. ABC15 Arizona
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mesa Public Library is hosting its annual New and Like-New Book Sale that features gift-quality books and DVDs with prices starting at $2. The sale will run until Wednesday, Dec. 31 at the Main Library (64 E. 1st St) and supports library programs and services. Mesa Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal officials warn that SNAP funding may be withheld from Arizona as soon as Dec. 8 if detailed program data is not provided. Gov. Katie Hobbs vowed to fight the move amid concerns a legal dispute over data could limit food support for more than 800,000 Arizonans. 12 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fromm Family Foods recalled 300 cases of Bonnihill Farms BeefiBowls Beef Recipe frozen dog food (lot code B01) sold across 14 states including Mesa after consumer complaints revealed plastic contamination that may cause vomiting and stomach discomfort. Pet owners should stop using the product and return it for a refund. 12 News
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Arts & Crafts Market at Village Square
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Village Square At Dana Park — Admission required — Discover unique handmade creations from local artists just in time for the holidays.
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Sinterklaas Celebration 2025
2:30-5 p.m. — Fountain Of The Sun — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of Sinterklaas with a festive visit from Sinterklaas and Piet in Arizona.
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Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
6-7:30 p.m. — Rebel Wine Lounge — Pricing not specified — Unleash your inner artist with a festive night of modern calligraphy and lettering.
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Ballet Etudes - The Nutcracker
2-3:30 p.m. — Piper Repertory Theater — Holiday magic awaits — Experience the enchanting story of Clara and her Nutcracker prince brought to life through professional ballet performance.
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Santa Hustle Arizona Half Marathon and Festivities
8 AM – 2 PM — Westgate Entertainment District — Ranging entry fees — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive run for the whole family featuring a half marathon, 5K, 10K, and kids dash.
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Mesa Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — The HUB Grill and Bar — Free admission — Connect with local entrepreneurs and business influencers in a casual setting.
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Pottery Workshop at Rebel Wine Lounge
7-9 p.m. — Rebel Wine Lounge — Contact for pricing — Unwind and create your own pottery in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Ikeda Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Cirque Musica with holiday hits and breathtaking performances for the whole family.
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Mesa Memory Café
1-2:30 p.m. — Oakwood Creative Care Hub — Free entry — Enjoy coffee and cognitive activities in a supportive environment for those with memory impairment and their families.
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HeatSync Labs: Coffee & Coworking
9 AM – 3 PM — HeatSync Labs — Free entry — Bring your projects and get excited at this collaborative hackerspace in Mesa.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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