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Applications Being Accepted for East Valley Veterans Parade
The East Valley Veterans Parade Association is now accepting applications for entries to the 17th Annual East Valley Veterans Parade. This year's theme is "Arizona Heroes - Global War on Terrorism" to recognize those who served in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and their families. Read More >
Applications now open for the Mesa Business Builder Small Business Assistance Program
Mesa Business Builder (MBB) Small Business Assistance Program for the new program year is now open. This award-winning initiative offers FREE expert personalized guidance from professional advisors and consultants to help Mesa businesses grow. Read More >
Hydration Donation through September 27
Hydration Donation Drop-Off Events
There is just over one month left to donate! Take part in one of the upcoming drop-off events to make your donation even easier.
August 21
6:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Mesa Convention Center
263 N. Center St. (Bldgs. B & C)
August 28
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Mesa Arts Center
1 E. Main St. - South parking lot
ICYMI - Mesa Partners with Phoenix Rescue Mission t
Mesa and Phoenix Rescue Mission are partnering to provide heat relief support, outreach, navigation and case management services to people experiencing homelessness. The effort is the result of a $530,000 Mesa grant to bring services to vulnerable city residents.
Read More >
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National 811 Day
Celebrate National 811 Day with us! August 11 was dedicated to raising awareness about safe digging. Remember to contact Arizona 811 at least two full working days before starting any digging project. This ensures underground utility lines are located and marked, preventing injuries, property damage and service outages.
After calling 811, wait for responses from all facilities on your ticket before digging. Hand-dig within two feet of marked lines, support exposed facilities and keep locate marks visible and valid (15 days) throughout your project.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Contacting Arizona 811 is easy, free, and required by law.
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Bike Summer Class
August 21
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Mesa Public Library
Saguaro Room
64 E. First St.
Summertime in Arizona means warmer weather, extra sunshine and new issues to be aware of when you get on your bike. This class will help you be prepared for the unusual problems that can come up when you’re riding in hot weather conditions. Learn tips and tricks to help you stay cool and have fun when you ride all summer long. All participants will leave the class with free safety gear! Ages 12+ Registration Required
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Job Fair at the Workforce Center @ Mesa
September 19
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Workforce Center @ Mesa
59 E. 1st St.
Tired of filling out applications and never hearing back? Join the Workforce Center @ Mesa for a Job Fair on September 19 to meet 20+ local employers who are eager to hire someone like you! Plan to come dressed to interview with copies of your resume. Need help with a new resume or an interview-ready outfit? Visit the Workforce Center to get FREE help with both!
No Bags in the Blue
Did you know that placing your recycling in a plastic bag hurts the recycling system? When bagged recyclables get to a sorting facility (or Materials Recovery Facility), they are pulled from the processing line and thrown in the trash.
The high volume of recyclable materials processed by recycling centers makes it impractical to open individual bags. All those containers you diligently rinsed and emptied never make it through the sorting process nor are they made into new products when they are bagged.
Do your part to make Mesa’s recycling program successful - always keep recyclables loose and unbagged. For more information about Mesa’s recycling, including common examples of contamination, please visit mesarecycles.org.
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 Free Childhood Immunization Clinic
It is back-to-school time, and the Mesa Fire and Medical Department is geared up to help by offering a FREE Childhood Immunization Clinic at Superstition Springs Center (6555 E. Southern Ave.) the second Wednesday of every month from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Upcoming Immunization Dates:
Visit our website for available vaccines, eligibility requirements, and other important information.
Harvest the Rain and Water Your Plants for Free
Arizona’s monsoon season lasts through September 30 so there is still an opportunity to take advantage of this free water source (as long as Mother Nature cooperates and delivers us some much-needed rain).
Harvesting rainwater can be simple – add swales or berms to your landscape to channel the water to your plants – or more complex, such as using a gutter to capture water from the roof and direct it into a rain barrel. The rooftop of an average home can collect 500 gallons of water from just a half inch of rain.
Rainwater harvesting has many benefits – it helps to replenish groundwater, and the beneficial minerals in the rain can boost plant growth. By keeping the water on your property, you will keep fertilizers, weed spray and other pollutants out of the storm drain. A bonus of the rain: if you get a half inch of rain, you can skip a landscape watering cycle.
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Hey, Mesa Electric Customers - We’ve Got Some Tree-mendously Exciting News for You!
Would you like a free tree that shades your home, lowers cooling costs and cleans the air? Yes, it’s true! A beautiful, desert-adapted tree is waiting for you.
Register and attend a free workshop on September 21 hosted by our partner Trees Matter, a nonprofit that knows all about trees. They'll teach you how to select the perfect spot for your tree and plant it correctly. See if you qualify and preview the tree choices by visiting our Mesa Electric Shade Tree Program event page. Registration deadline is September 12. Please share this information with your neighbors!
Are you an SRP electric customer? Check out the SRP Shade Tree Program.
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And speaking of trees…Trees are Cool Presents: Get Answers, Get Planting!
We will be hosting tree workshops across Mesa on the first Friday of each month. Learn where to find trees for your home, chat with an arborist, participate in a tree activity and learn about the Park Ranger Program. All events start at 8:00 a.m.
- September 6 - Fitch Park, 651 N. Center St.
- October 4 - Reed Park, 1631 E. Broadway Rd.
- November 1 - Greenfield Park, 4105 E. Diamond Ave.
- December 6 - Red Mountain Park, 7745 E. Brown Rd.
- January 3 - Guerrero Park, 205 W. 8th Ave.
- February 7 - Heritage Park, 1501 S. Pima
- March 7 - Superstition Springs Transit Center, Southern Ave. and Power Rd.
Learn more about Mesa’s Trees Are Cool initiative.
Gamify Your Reading Experience
Gamify your reading experience with the new Beanstack library app!
With Beanstack, you can:
- Track your reading
- Complete challenges to earn digital badges
- Add friends and write reviews
- Stay motivated to read consistently
Join today at mesapl.beanstack.org or download the mobile app. Plus, don't miss the August Beanstack Bonanza challenge! Participate in the in-app BINGO game for a chance to win prizes.
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Aviation Events at Falcon Field Airport
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Ask the Airport
Third Wednesday of every month
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Airport staff is available in the meetings to answer questions on such topics as airport operations, construction projects and planned improvements, available airport land and facilities, business opportunities and events.
Join on Zoom
Meeting ID: 988 1319 1363
Passcode: Falcon
Girls in Aviation Day
September 21
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Historic World War II Hangar
4626 E. Fighter Aces Dr.
Join the Women in Aviation International (WAI) Phoenix Chapter for Girls in Aviation Day! This event is designed for aviation enthusiasts, especially girls ages 8-17, and will feature interactive activities, including exhibits from local aviation and STEM organizations, aircraft static displays and talks from inspiring guest speakers. The event aims to introduce young girls to the exciting possibilities within the aviation industry and provide resources for those interested in pursuing aviation careers.
Cockpit Close-Up
First Saturday of every month
8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Terminal Building
4800 E. Falcon Dr.
The event features volunteer pilots based at Falcon Field and their private aircraft. View the exterior and interior of the planes and talk to the pilots about the aircraft, flight training, flight knowledge & experiences, aviation careers, etc. Questions are welcome!
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Spooktacular Halloween Cockpit Close-Up
October 26
8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Historic World War II Hangar
4626 E. Fighter Aces Dr.
Bring your little ghouls and goblins in costume for a thrilling trick-or-treat adventure among vintage aircraft, featuring eerie games and giveaways while exploring the ghostly pasts of these historic planes.
Aviation Fascination!
November 22
5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Heliponents, Inc.
4930 E. Falcon Dr.
The Mesa Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Heliponents, Inc. invites you to an evening of Aviation Fascination!
- Close-up views of vintage aircraft, as well as the Boeing AH_64 Apache helicopter and MD Helicopters.
- Displays by East Valley aviation education and flight training programs will offer information on the paths to a variety of aviation careers.
- Food and beverage tastings by local restaurants!
- Raffle drawings!
- FREE admission!
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Arizona Museum of Natural History Field Trips
Are you a teacher or home educator? Plan your field trip to AZMNH today! Our galleries are tied to current Arizona State Academic Standards and are an excellent way to supplement classroom lessons.
Students can pan for gold, encounter dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals, discover how geological events formed Arizona as we know it today and learn about ancient cultures. It’s fun, it’s indoors, and your students will remember AZMNH for years to come!
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