2nd Friday Night Out May 14 Too much fun

2^nd Friday Night Out

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Don’t miss 2nd Friday Night Out in historic downtown Mesa from 6:00-10:00 PM May 14th. Each month features a different theme and this month we present "IMP FEST" Independent Music Project Festival...rock 'n rollin on Main! We're closing Main and Macdonald for this one! There will be two stages with 10 live bands featuring punk, rock, alternative, blues, and more. We're giving away an electric guitar plus there will be two beer gardens, a classic car show featuring VW's, train rides, and the streets will be lined with over 60 art booths along the pedestrian friendly porticos! Shops and restaurants open late. The best part is that it's all free! Call Suzanne Woodford at 602-318-5689 for more information.

Local First Arizona, good idea.

Support Local Tip #2: Question preconceived notions! Is big box always cheaper & more convenient? I find tons of killer deals in local shops, & local restaurants have more flexibility in offering daily specials than chains. W/ a higher likelihood of better quality goods & services & the fact that the $ you spend w/ locals recirculates in the AZ economy up to 3X MORE... suddenly "cheap & convenient" sounds pretty weak.

There are great deals to be found all over Downtown Mesa. Cucina Di Vita's coupon deals, Nunthaporn Thai's killer $7.00 lunches, Boutiques like Blossom and Contagious. Even free museum entrances on three for days, and free activities on the First and Second Friday of EVERY month.