The Winter Wonderland Ice Rink will be open daily at Merry Main Street in downtown Mesa through Saturday, Jan. 6. Additional weekday hours have been added. For more information, visit merrymainst.com
Merry Main Street in downtown Mesa is the place to be this holiday season. The festivities will continue until Saturday, Jan. 6, providing plenty of opportunities for fun and celebration. One of the highlights of Merry Main Street is the Winter Wonderland Ice Rink, located at the Plaza at Mesa City Center.Skating enthusiasts can enjoy gliding on the ice at the Winter Wonderland Ice Rink. For just $10, visitors can skate for one hour, including skate rental. Tickets must be purchased online at merrymainst.com/icerink. The ice rink is open Monday to Friday from 5 p.m. to 10...
In a year filled with countless literary adventures, Mesa Public Library has revealed its most checked-out books of 2023. The lists encompass a diverse range of genres, featuring both contemporary releases and timeless classics.Among the most checked-out titles in the Adult Fiction category, one book stood out as a favorite among readers. "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides captivated audiences with its gripping psychological thriller. The novel, hailed as a "page-turner" by critics, kept readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.Moving on to the...
January is National Hobby Month, and as people make New Year's resolutions, it's a great time to pick up a new hobby or improve existing skills. Whether you're looking to learn something new or enhance your current interests, the library has a wealth of resources and programs to help you get started.One of the first steps in finding a new hobby is to do some research and explore different options. As mentioned by a library spokesperson, "Start by researching potential hobbies that interest you. Find books and magazines that introduce you to different activities." The...
January is National Hobby Month, and as people make New Year's resolutions, it's a great time to pick up a new hobby or improve existing skills. Here are some tips to help you get started:
Matt Beienburg, the director of education policy at the Goldwater Institute said that they are trying to request the U.S. Department of Education be more transparent with their pursuing of Grand Canyon University (GCU). The Department of Education has accused GCU of misleading some of their students about tuition costs and issued them a $37.7 million fine.
Gilbert PD is asking for assistance in identifying the individuals pictured below who are alleged to be involved in an aggravated robbery that occurred on August 18, 2023, around 10:24 PM at a parking lot near the intersection of Williams Field Road and Market Street.
Santa Claus will be making his final visits to Merry Main Street Dec. 21 to Dec. 23 from 4pm to 8:30pm at The Post, 26 N. Macdonald, before he heads back to the North Pole. Stop by to get free photos and give Santa your Christmas wishes. For a complete list of Merry Main Street activities, visit merrymainst.com
Gilbert PD is seeking the public's help in identifying individuals involved in an aggravated robbery that took place on August 18, 2023, in Gilbert, Arizona. The incident occurred at approximately 10:24 PM in a parking lot near the intersection of Williams Field Road and Market Street.The department has released images of the suspects and is urging anyone with information about their identities to come forward. "Any information that can assist us with identifying these individuals should be reported directly to the Gilbert Police Department by calling 480-503-6500," said...
Mesa residents can help people in need this holiday season and year-round through the ABC A Better Community utility donation program. More information is available at mesaaz.gov/abc
Santa Claus will be making his final visits to Merry Main Street in Mesa this week, giving children the opportunity to share their last-minute Christmas wishes and take photos with the jolly old man himself. The Post, located at 26 N. Macdonald, will be hosting Santa from December 21 to December 23, between 4 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.These visits from Santa have become one of the highlights of Merry Main Street, a festive event that brings holiday cheer to downtown Mesa. According to a spokesperson from the City of Mesa, "Visits from Santa are always a special moment for...
Gilbert, Ariz. - As the new year approaches, the Gilbert Fire and Police Departments are reminding residents to prioritize safety when it comes to fireworks. Non-aerial fireworks are permitted for use on private property from December 24 through January 3, as outlined by Arizona state law.However, it is important to note that fireworks are strictly prohibited on public property, including parks, right-of-ways, and roads. Anyone found using fireworks outside of the allowed dates may face a civil penalty of $1,000. To ensure compliance, residents can find a list of...
Mesa residents in Arizona have the opportunity to be environmentally conscious this holiday season by recycling their live Christmas trees instead of sending them to the landfill. The city of Mesa is offering five free drop-off locations where residents can bring their trees to be sustainably reused as garden mulch and marine habitats at Roosevelt Lake. However, it is important to note that trees must be free of nails, stands, tinsel, lights, and ornaments in order to avoid damaging the recycling equipment.The Christmas tree drop-off sites will be open from December 26th...