Upcoming District Meetings Councilmember Kenny Green will host the District 2 Meeting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Mesquite Public Library North Branch, 2600 Oates Drive. Councilmember Brandon Murden will host the District 6 meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27, at Terry Middle School, 2351 Edwards Church Road. Learn about current City initiatives affecting your district and share your concerns and feedback. Be part of the conversation! Not sure which City Council District you live in? Click here to find out: https://bit.ly/CouncilDistrictsMaps.
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Celebrate Black History MonthThroughout February, the City of Mesquite will celebrate Black History Month with events to honor the contributions of African Americans. Become immersed in the storytelling of drummer and storyteller Baba Kwasi at 2 p.m. on Feb. 22 at the Mesquite Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Drive. Also, Visit Mesquite has curated a special, self-guided culinary tour spotlighting local restaurants called the Mesquite Foodie Trail: Black-Owned Trail. Learn more at tab.so/BlackFoodieTour or visit www.VisitMesquiteTX.com. For more information, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Library. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/BHM for details about other Black History Month events.
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Get tickets for Daddy Daughter DanceDads and daughters are invited for a “denim and diamonds” themed night of fun at the annual Daddy Daughter Dance on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive. The special event will feature a live DJ, concessions, themed selfie stations and a 360 photobooth. Tickets can be purchased for $20 per person, per session. Session 1 of the dance will be held from 4-6 p.m. and Session 2 will run from 7-9 p.m. For information and tickets, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/DaddyDaughterDance.
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Register for the Neighborhood SummitThe City of Mesquite is hosting the annual Neighborhood Summit from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. on March 1 at Vanguard High School, 4201 Faithon P. Lucas Sr. Blvd. The Summit is free and open to all residents. A mix of expert speakers and interactive sessions will cover topics to better foster community engagement among residents. Light breakfast will be provided. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/NeighborhoodSummit or call 972-216-6348 for more information and to register.
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Youth Services programs for teensApplications are being accepted through March 31 for two opportunities for high school students in Mesquite. The City’s Youth Services is launching a new Youth Council and teens in grades 9-12 are invited to apply. The council will meet once a month, giving students an opportunity to share their voice and shape the future of our community. Also, applications open for the Summer Youth Internship Program (SYIP) for teens ages 16-18. SYIP is a paid internship for high schoolers to work part-time at a local business, nonprofit or the City of Mesquite. Learn more about both opportunities and apply at www.cityofmesquite.com/YouthServices.
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Recycled Art Contest and Fashion ShowKeep Mesquite Beautiful is hosting the Recycled Art Contest and Fashion Show at 2 p.m. on March 1 at the Town East Mall. Students of all ages as well as businesses, groups and organizations are invited to show their art and costumes made from recycled materials. Those interested in entering the art contest or the fashion show can submit three photos and an entry form to KMB@cityofmesquite.com by Feb. 25. For more information, click here.
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Connect With UsLearn about ways to stay connected with us online at www.cityofmesquite.com/ConnectWithUs. Do you have a concern? Send requests for street repair, crime concerns, park issues and more from your computer or mobile device through the myMesquite app.
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