Meals on Wheels

On April 5, Mayor Daniel Alemán, Jr. helped deliver meals to senior citizens around Mesquite with the Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA) Meals on Wheels. The event was held in honor of the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program. Mayor Alemán also presented a proclamation to VNA Development Specialist Madeline Hoadley. The VNA Meals on Wheels program serves 225 seniors in Mesquite with the help of more than 240 volunteers.

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Mesquite Arts Center presents "Healing Waters" art exhibition

The Mesquite Arts Center, in partnership with the international artist group known as Take Me to the River, will present the exhibition “Healing Waters” from April 3 - June 24. Take Me to the River is an international group of artists creating bridges across borders through art reflecting the diversities and similarities of people around the world. Mesquite Arts Center Manager, Cohn Drennan, was the curator for the project. The event is free. Visit www.mesquiteartscenter.org for more information.  

Made in Texas Concert

Enjoy an evening with the Mesquite Community Band as they perform "Made in Texas" featuring songs inspired by the Lone Star State. This family-friendly event is free and will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. on April 15 in the Mesquite Arts Center Rehearsal Hall. Visit Mesquite Community Band for more information.

Pond Hopper Nation’s Kid Fishing Event 

Mesquite Parks and Recreation is partnering with Pond Hopper Nation to provide a fun family fishing event on Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at City Lake Park, 200 Parkview Street. This free event is designed to educate and provide a hands-on fishing experience for kids. Also included is a free fishing rod and tackle for the first 100 children that arrive. For more information, please visit www.cityofmesquite.com/PHNFishing.

Doggy Derby Day to be held on 

April 22 

Bring your furry friends and enjoy Doggy Derby Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 22, at the Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 E. Kearney Street. The free, Kentucky Derby-themed event will feature a derby hat contest for pets, dog obedience demonstration, and pet-centric vendors. Mesquite Animal Services will be onsite offering pet adoptions and $10 microchipping for pets. Dogs must be leashed at all times and owners must show proof of vaccination to enter. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/HMI or call 972-216-6468 for more information.

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