Category Archives: Arts / Culture

We love Pinterest!

Have you heard of the new craze, Pinterest? It is very addicting for those “pinning” craft ideas, home décor, planning weddings, and book marking places they would like to visit, and things they want to see. It is like scrapbooking, … Continue reading

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2nd Fridays in Mesa

Today is Friday the 13th ! It is also 2nd Friday Night Out in Downtown Mesa.  If you have not had an opportunity to come enjoy downtown Mesa and what it has to offer, tonight is the night! Known as … Continue reading

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Mesa Arts Center – 2011/12 Season Kickoff Party

Guitars & Handlebars Season Kick-Off Festival: Sept 9-11, 2011 Mesa Arts Center & Mesa Contemporary Arts While the Mesa Arts Center season opening event is now an established tradition, Mesa Arts Center will kick off its 2011 fall season with … Continue reading

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Downtown Mesa’s 2nd Friday Night Out 7/8/11 BEACH PARTY

Downtown Mesa’s 2nd Friday Night Out 7/8/11, “Beach Party” 6-10pm, downtown Mesa www.2ndFridayNightOut.com    

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2011 All-Star MLB – Cacti On Parade

Mesa’s cactus arrived downtown earlier this week. Located on the NE corner of Main & Center St this cactus is part of 10 different statues being displayed throughout the valley to promote the upcoming MLB 2011 All Star Game & … Continue reading

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Celebrate International Museum – May 18, 2011

Celebrate International Museum Day May 18,  2011 Central Arizona is home to nearly 100 diverse museums in the Gila, Maricopa, Pinal, and Yavapai counties. Museums in the area are participating in International Museum Day, which raises public awareness about the … Continue reading

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Stargazing – 2 Fabulous, FREE, Family-friendly events

Stargazing for Everyone @ Usery Park Usery Mountain Regional Park Date: 4/30/2011 Time: 7:30 PM Registration Required: No Fee: $6.00 per car Come watch the sky with us under the expert guidance of Tony and Carole La Conte! Come look through … Continue reading

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2011 Mesa Arizona Easter Pageant: Jesus The Christ

2011 Mesa Arizona Easter Pageant: Jesus The Christ Join us for this community Easter Celebration For all religions, ages and cultures Free Admission – No donations accepted and no ticket required Performance Schedule:  English Performances:  April 13, 14 and 19, … Continue reading

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City of Mesa: Community Day of Play – 3/19/11

Don’t forget to download your $1 off coupon for the next Community Day of Play event at Pioneer Park, 526 E. Main St., on Saturday, March 19 from noon to 4 p.m. Admission to the Community Day of Play is … Continue reading

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Open House at Mesa Grande Ruins

The 2011 Open House of the Mesa Grande Ruins Interpretive Trail will be held Saturday, March 19 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.  The free event is the only day of the year this archaeological treasure is open to the … Continue reading

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