City Council to meet on Nov. 4The Mesquite City Council meets at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4, at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave. Members of the public, applicants and interested parties may attend the meeting in person. Members of the public desiring to comment during Citizens Forum must preregister by either sending an email to sland@cityofmesquite.com or calling 972-329-8388 before 3 p.m. on Nov. 4. Provide the City Secretary with your name and address. Comments on agenda items may be made during the meeting or by submission on or before 3 p.m. on Nov. 4 to the City Secretary. Meeting agendas can be viewed online. The City broadcasts meetings via Facebook Live and at www.cityofmesquite.com/WatchCouncilMeetings.
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Upcoming District MeetingCity Councilmember Kenny Green will host the District 2 Meeting at 10 a.m. on Nov. 2 at Florence Recreation Center, 2501 Whitson Way. Residents are invited to come hear updates and meet their Councilmember. Not sure which City Council District you live in? Click here to find out: https://bit.ly/CouncilDistrictsMaps.
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Serve on a board or commissionThe City of Mesquite is looking for new partners to serve on one of its boards or commissions. We’re looking for engaged citizens to volunteer their time, knowledge and expertise to make a difference in their community. By serving on a board or commission, you can have an active voice, be involved in your community and advise the City Council and staff on a wide range of services areas. Annual appointments are selected in December, so apply soon! Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Boards to learn more.
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Mesquite PD Gun Buyback eventThe Mesquite Police Department is conducting a Gun Buyback Event from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Mesquite Arena. The Gun Buyback program is intended to prevent gun violence and dispose of unwanted firearms safely. Anyone can anonymously turn over unwanted firearms and receive gift cards. This is a drive-up event only where the occupants remain in their vehicle. For full details, click here.
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Veterans Day event celebrates serviceThe City of Mesquite, in partnership with American Legion Post 504 and VFW Post 8785, will host a Veterans Day event to celebrate the bravery and service of our military heroes at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Mesquite Veterans Memorial, 425 S. Galloway Ave. This year’s Veterans Day program will include remarks by various community leaders and military veterans, ceremonial activities, musical performances and more. For more information, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/VeteransDayCelebration.
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Bilingual Q&A at Town Hall TuesdayThe City of Mesquite will host a bilingual Q&A at 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 12 at Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave. Residents are invited to submit questions regarding Neighborhood Services, Police and the Fire Department. Those who are interested can submit their questions at www.cityofmesquite.com/TownHallTuesdays.
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Donations for Santa Cop Toy ProgramFor over 40 years, the Mesquite Police Santa Cop Toy Program has brought joy to families in need during the holiday season by bringing toys to disadvantaged children. From Nov. 1 through the Santa Cop Toy Parade on Dec. 7, anyone wishing to make donations can drop off new, unwrapped toys at the lobby of the Mesquite Police Department, 757 N. Galloway Ave. Citizens can also donate by visiting the donation page by clicking here.
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MAT presents "Frankenstein"This weekend is your last chance to see the Mesquite Arts Theatre's presentation of “Frankenstein” on stage at the Mesquite Arts Center through Nov. 3. Nick Dear’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic gothic novel retells the well-known story from the point of view of the Creature. The Creature is brought to life by Victor Frankenstein, a troubled scientist. When the bewildered Creature is abandoned in a hostile world by his horror-struck maker, it sets into motion a spiral of catastrophic events. This show is intended for mature audiences only. For information and tickets, visit www.MesquiteArtsTheatre.org.
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KMB hosts Mesquite Recycles DayCome celebrate and recycle with Keep Mesquite Beautiful during the first weekend in November. Mesquite Recycles Day will be from 8 a.m. - noon on Saturday, Nov. 2 in the front parking lot of Poteet High School, 3300 Poteet Drive. This community event offers an opportunity to recycle various items from cell phones, batteries, toys, clothes, household items, computers and more. See here for more information.
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Upcoming performances by the Mesquite Symphony OrchestraBecome immersed in the sounds of the Mesquite Symphony Orchestra. On Saturday, Nov. 9, the Orchestra will perform Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” at 3 p.m. at the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave. On Saturday, Nov. 23, the Orchestra will present "Come Sunday," which will include selections by Pelka, Thomas and Fillmore. All performances will be held at the Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave. For information and tickets, visit MesquiteSymphony.org.
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Contact UsDo you have a concern? Send requests for street repair, crime concerns, park issues and more from your computer or mobile device. For more details, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/myMesquite.
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