Special Events

Meet Dianne Worth at City Lake Park in front of City Lake Aquatic Center on Monday and Thursdays at 6 p.m. beginning May 2nd. Participants that walk at least 6 times in April will recieve a pass for one free visit to a Mesquite Pool during the 2013 summer season. All ages are welcome.

Please click here to download the ical file for your e-mail and PDA calendar Date : Thursday, May 2nd
Hershey's Track and Field event will be held Saturday, May 4 at Berry Middle School located at 2675 Bear Dr. You must register between April 4 and April 21 to be able to participate. Particpants will compete in a 50 metere, 100 meter, 200 meter, 400 meter, 1600 meter, 4x100 meter relay, standing long jump and a softball throw.

Be sure to register today!

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Zumba 7p-8p, Dunford Recreation Center
Senior Exercise 11 am Evans Senior Center
Walk @ Park 6 pm City lake Park
Stretch & Flex 10 am Rutherford Senior Center
Body Shaping 6-7:30 pm Rutherford Recreation Center

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Mesquite Parks and Recreation invites the public to City Lake Park on the evening of Friday May 10 to Movies in the Park. This is the first event in a series lasting throughout the summer. Movies in the Park are a great opportunity for the whole family to experience movie watching in the great outdoors. The event is free and features the movie Wreck-it-Ralph beginning at dusk. Patrons are encouraged to bring their picnic baskets, lawn chairs, and blankets.

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Mesquite Parks and Recreations is proud to announce its 1st annual Hero Run. Our mission for the Hero run is to support the Therapeutic and Adaptive Recreation Programs in Mesquite. This event will help provide quality sports training and athletic competitions for children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. The race is scheduled for Saturday, May 11 at Travis Williams Softball Complex. We ask that you come dressed as your favorite superhero and help us save the day for our special needs community.
To register for the race visit our website at, www.cityofmesquite.com/pard/Hero.php


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Time : 08:00 AM
Yoga 6p-7p, Dunford Recreation Center
Zumba 7p-8p, Dunford Recreation Center
Beasley Family Karate 7p-9p, Dunford Recreation Center
Senior Exercise 11 am Evans Senior Center
How to Sell Yourself with a winning resume 6:30p-8:30p, Dunford Recreation Center
Senior Exercise 11 am Evans Senior Center
Ceramics 9 am Goodbar Senior Center
Inspiring Little Minds 9a - 12 p Evans Recreation Center
Yoga for Everybody 1-2 pm Evans Recreaiton Center
Authentic Hatha Yoga 7-8:15 pm Evans Recreation Center
Bluegrass 5:30-9pm Evans Senior Center
Line Dancing 6:30 - 8 pm Rutherford Recreation Center
Zumba Fitness 7-8 pm Rutherford Recreation Center
Swing Out Dance 7-9:30 pm Rutherford Recreation Center
Body Shaping 6-7:30 pm Rurtherford Recreation Center


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Mesquite Parks and Recreation and Old Town Mesquite are proud to announce the annual KIDFISH event at City Lake Park, 403 South Galloway Ave. on May 18. This year, the popular family-friendly fishing activity will begin at 9 a.m. with registration starting at 8 a.m. KIDFISH is a free event for children 16 and younger.

All fishing participants must register for the event and poles and bait will be provided or participants may use their own fishing gear. “The event is FREE” said, Alyssa Smith Marketing Specialist. “We hope that through participation in the event, kids gain an appreciation for the sport of fishing as well as awareness for the environment and its natural resources.” Prizes and trophies will be awarded immediately following the final measuring and weigh-in of the fish.

KIDFISH is a non-profit outreach program designed to educate and provide a hands-on fishing experience and memories for children and families. “The event will give children a chance to experience the sport of fishing as well as the outdoors” said Smith. Families are welcome to spend the day enjoying the park and picnic while watching their children fish.

Donations to help expand the KIDFISH program are accepted for the event, although they are not necessary to participate.

For more information on this event, please call 972.216.6260.

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Registration is now open for adult co-ed volleyball. Registration will end on May 19. There is a $200 fee per team and the program consists of 6 games and one tournament. You may register at Dunford Recreation Center, Evans Recreation Center or the Administration Office located at 1515 North Galloway. For more information please call 972.216.6422

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Yoga 6p-7p, Dunford Recreation Center
Zumba 7p-8p, Dunford Recreation Center
Beasley Family Karate 7p-9p, Dunford Recreation Center
Senior Exercise 11 am Evans Senior Center
How to Sell Yourself with a winning resume 6:30p-8:30p, Dunford Recreation Center
Senior Exercise 11 am Evans Senior Center
Ceramics 9 am Goodbar Senior Center
Inspiring Little Minds 9a - 12 p Evans Recreation Center
Authentic Hatha Yoga 7-8:15 pm Evans Recreation Center
Bluegrass 5:30-9pm Evans Senior Center
Line Dancing 6:30 - 8 pm Rutherford Recreation Center
Zumba Fitness 7-8 pm Rutherford Recreation Center
Swing Out Dance 7-9:30 pm Rutherford Recreation Center
Body Shaping 6-7:30 pm Rurtherford Recreation Center

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Mesquite residents can take advantage of discounted rates during this year’s 2013 summer season. All swimmers and guests using any of the three Mesquite pools will be required to show an ID to receive the discount.

The City recently changed the fee structure at the pools to offset increased operational expenses. As part of this fee structure, the City Council approved a discount for Mesquite residents. The $3 discount is available for most entry fees.

For more information on fees and pool information please call 972.216.6260 or visit http://www.cityofmesquite.com/pard/swimming.php


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Join us as we celebrate the ground breaking for the New Mesquite Heritage Trail. Hot dogs and snacks will be served.

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Mesquite residents can take advantage of discounted rates during this year’s 2013 summer season. All swimmers and guests using any of the three Mesquite pools will be required to show an ID to receive the discount.

The City recently changed the fee structure at the pools to offset increased operational expenses. As part of this fee structure, the City Council approved a discount for Mesquite residents. The $3 discount is available for most entry fees.

For more information on fees and pool information please call 972.216.6260 or visit http://www.cityofmesquite.com/pard/swimming.php


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Mesquite Parks and Recreation invites the public to City Lake Park on the evening of Friday June 14 to Movies in the Park. The second event in a series lasting throughout the summer, Movies in the Park, is a great opportunity for the whole family to experience movie watching in the great outdoors. The event is free and patrons are encouraged to bring their picnic baskets, lawn chairs, and blankets and enjoy the movie.
Check back soon for more information.

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July is Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Mesquite. This July, we ask the community to GET WILD about parks and recreation and use this month as an opportunity to get out and benefit from our trails, pools, parks and much more.

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Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department invites all dogs and their owners to this year’s annual Doggie Splash Day on Saturday, August 17 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Held at Vanston Pool, 2913 Oates Drive. Dogs swim free, owners are $5 all other spectators will be charged $1.
This event is a great opportunity for dogs and their owners to cool off, compete for prizes or just play at the pool!
In an effort to make sure that everyone in attendance has a safe and enjoyable experience all dogs will be required to show proof of current vaccinations and must be accompanied by a responsible person 16 and older. Aggressive or socially awkward dogs may be asked to leave. Lifeguards will be on duty, so dog owners are invited to swim with their pets if desired.
Come back soon for more informaiton!

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This year’s annual Haunted Family Campout will take place at Camp Rorie-Galloway on Saturday, October 12 through Sunday, October 13. We will have prizes for the spookiest campsite, most creative pumpkin, the scariest scream, and the best costume. There will be a tent-o-treat on Saturday at dusk; kids will trick or treat to each tent site. A hot dog dinner will be served Saturday evening and a light breakfast will be available for those that survive on Sunday morning. The event is $30 per family of four and $5 for each additional family member. Don’t miss out on this year’s Halloween Campout!


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All ages will enjoy this fall festival with crafts, games, rides, costume contests and great festival food! There will be a small fee for activities and concessions. More event information can be found at www.oldtownmesquite.org or at 972.216.6260.

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Christmas in the Park is scheduled for December 5 - 7 at Westlake Park. The hours of the event are 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, and 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

For more information, visit www.cityofmesquite.com or call 972-216-6260.


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