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Mesquite Parks and Recreation
www.CityofMesquite.com/pard · 972-216-6260
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Administration Office, 1515 North Galloway Ave. · 972-216-6260
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dunford Recreation Center, 1015 Green Canyon Dr. · 972-204-4969
Hours: Monday - Friday: 6 – 10 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.,
Sunday: 1- 6 p.m. * Monday – Friday Fitness Room opens at 2 p.m.
Reservations
Mesquite Parks and Recreation has
several different types of venues with
many convenient locations to choose
from. To view facilities go to:
CityofMesquite.com/Reservations
To reserve a facility please call:
972-216-6260
Evans Recreation Center, 1116 Hillcrest St. · 972-204-4975
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday: 1- 6 p.m.
Florence Recreation Center, 2501 Whitson Way · 972-204-4957
Hours: Monday - Friday: 6 – 10 p.m. * Monday – Friday Fitness Room opens at 2 p.m.
Goodbar Recreation Center, 3000 Concord · 972-329-8730
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Adult 50+ program only)
Rutherford Recreation Center, 900 Rutherford Dr. · 972-204-4962
Hours: Monday - Friday: 6 – 10 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
* Monday – Friday Fitness Room opens at 2 p.m.
Disc Golf
Debusk Park - 1625 Gross Rd.
Porter Park - 517 Via Avenida
Paschall Park - 1001 New Market Rd.
For a score card, visit:
www.CityofMesquite.com/DiscGolf
Camp Rorie Galloway, 3100 Lawson Rd.
Westlake Sports Center, 601 Gross Rd. · 972-289-5326
Hours: Monday - Friday: 12 – 10 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.,
Sunday: 12 – 6 p.m. * Monday – Friday from 11/14 – 5/28 the center will close at 9 p.m.
Mesquite Golf Club, 825 Interstate 30 · 972-270-7457 · www.MesquiteGC.com
Hours: Monday - Sunday: 7 a.m. – Sunset
Leash Free Zone
Located inside Town East Park.
2724 N. Town East Blvd.
Geocaching
To find hidden treasures, visit:
www.CityofMesquite.com/Geo
Paschall Park Butterfly Trail Mesquite Heritage Trail
1001 New Market Road
For a map of the trail, visit:
www.CityofMesquite.com/HTMap
Things To Do This Fall & Winter
Haunted Camp Out
Prepare for a spooky good time at the Haunted Camp Out. Activities
include: pumpkin carving, tent decorating, costume contest,
campfire and scary stories, plus a few surprises along the way. The
fee includes a campfire dinner and breakfast on Sunday morning.
Saturday, October 8 - Sunday, October 9, 12 p.m. - 10 a.m.
Camp Rorie Galloway
$35 for a family of 4
$5 each additional camper
PumpkinFest
Saturday, October 15, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
City Lake Park
Join us for the 16th Annual PumpkinFest with a decorated pumpkin
contest, carnival games, rides, petting zoo and performances. The
event is free to enter, however food, games and activities will have a
small fee. Be sure to participate in the kids and dog costume contest.
FREE
Mesquite Recycles Day
Camping 101-Overnight Experience
Join us for a fun-filled weekend designed
to help your family discover the joys of
camping in State Parks. All camping gear
is included with each reservation and
staff is on hand to assist.
Friday, Nov. 18 - Saturday, Nov. 19
Cedar Hill State Park
$35 per family of four
Daddy Daughter Dance
Saturday, December 3, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, December 4, 1 – 6 p.m.
Westlake Park
Come celebrate the 30th Annual Christmas in the Park with a whole
new daytime event. Westlake Park will feature many new surprises,
and lots of traditional activities like pictures with Santa, Mrs. Claus’
story time and cookies, hot cocoa, a live manger, concessionaires
and more. Event entrance and parking are free, some activities will
have a small fee. FREE
Join us to welcome the Christmas season
into Mesquite with a tree lighting and
more.
Tuesday, November 29
Heritage Square - Historic Downtown
6 - 8 p.m.
FREE
Enjoy live music and food truck fare in
the historic downtown Heritage Square.
Saturdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 22, Nov. 12
Heritage Square - Historic Downtown
4 - 5:30 p.m.
FREE
$5 for each additional family member
Christmas in the Park
Christmas on the Square
Sounds in the Square
Recycle household items like batteries,
TVs, computers and shred unwanted
paperwork.
Saturday, November 12
Poteet High school
8 a.m. - Noon
FREE
Daddies and daughters will spin on the
dance floor during this annual event.
Tickets will be available January 2017
and may be purchased at all Recreation
Centers or the Parks and Recreation
Administration Office.
Friday, February 3
Mesquite Convention Center
6 - 10:30 p.m.
Friends of the Library
Book Sale
Preview for Members
Thursday, October 20, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Book Sale
Friday, October 21, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, October 22, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Mesquite Main Library
Mesquite Historical House Tours
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Opal Lawrence Historical Park
$5 adults, $3 children, 3 and under FREE
Thursdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Florence Ranch Homestead
$4 adults, $2 children, 3 and under FREE
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Recreation After School Program
www.CityofMesquite.com/RASP · 972-216-6260
Details
Registration is available at the following locations:
Administration Office 1515 North Galloway Ave.
Dunford Recreation Center 1015 Green Canyon Dr.
Evans Recreation Center 1116 Hillcrest St.
Florence Recreation Center 2501 Whitson Way
Rutherford Recreation Center 900 Rutherford Dr.
Recreation After School Program
RASP is an after school program for children in grades kindergarten
through sixth grade. The fee includes supervised activities, arts
and crafts, snacks and homework time. The program operates in
conjunction with the MISD calendar.
Monday - Friday, 3 - 6 p.m.
Achziger, Beasley, Florence, McKenzie, Rutherford, Shaw &
Thompson Elementary Schools.
$90 per month
All Day RASP
During school closures an All-Day RASP program is provided.
Payment is due the Thursday before or a $10 late fee is applied.
Participants must bring a water bottle and sack lunch.
October 3 & 24, January 2 & 16
7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Dunford & Rutherford Recreation Center
$16 per day
Ice Camp
When school is closed for inclement weather Dunford Recreation
Center is open for elementary aged children.
7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Dunford Recreation Center
$16 per day
* Registration is due the Thursday before each week of camp or
a $10 late fee will be added.
What to bring: Lunch, Snacks and Water Bottle
Turkey Camp
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
November 21 - 23; 25
Dunford and Rutherford Recreation Center
During Thanksgiving break, send your kids for a
day or week of fun.
$16 per day or $60 per week
Winter Camp
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Session 1: December 19 - 23
Session 2: December 26 - 30
Dunford and Rutherford Recreation Center
During Winter break, send your kids for a day or
week of fun.
$16 per day or $75 per week
Boy Scouts of America
Boy Scouts of America is now offered during RASP.
Participating RASP Locations:
First and Third Tuesdays
Florence Recreation Center, 4 - 5 p.m.
Rutherford Recreation Center, 3:15 - 4 p.m.
Dunford Recreation Center, 3:15 - 4 p.m.
(Beasley Elementary School)
$8 per year - Scholarships Are Available
www.CityofMesquite.com/ArtsCenter
Mesquite Art Center 1527 North Galloway Ave.
Black Box Series Presents:
Castro-The Band
Enjoy the music of sibling trio “Castro” while
sipping on local coffee in this unique and
intimate setting.
Saturday, November 12
Mesquite Arts Center – Black Box Theatre
7 p.m.
$15
Library
For additional activities visit: www.CityofMesquite.com/Library
300 West Grubb Drive · 972-216-6220
Mesquite North Branch Library
2600 Oates Drive · 972-681-0465
Hours:
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
The Young and the Restless
Ages 13-24 months
Mesquite Community Band
Presents: Christmas Concert
Join the Mesquite Community Band in
ringing in the season with all of your favorites.
Saturday, December 3
Mesquite Arts Center – Concert Hall
4 p.m.
Ticket Prices Available:
www.MesquiteCommunityBand.com
Mesquite Symphony Orchestra
Presents: A Christmas to
Remember
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season
with our very own Mesquite Symphony
Orchestra.
Saturday, December 17
Mesquite Arts Center – Concert Hall
5 & 7:30 p.m.
Ticket Prices Available:
www.MesquiteSymphony.org
Black Box Series Presents:
Cole Risner
Come tap your toes while enjoying local
southern treats at this fun, country event.
Friday, January 6
7 p.m.
$15
Just for Kids Presents:
Canvas Creations
Kids of all ages are invited to come explore
their creative side in this interactive painting
tutorial.
Saturday, January 7
10 – 11 a.m.
FREE
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Friday, Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesdays, September 7 – December 14
10:30 a.m. - FREE
Toddler Storytime
Ages 18 months -3 years
After School Art Special
Ages 6-12
Join us each week to create personalized
works of art while learning about different
styles of art.
Wednesdays, September 14 – December 7
4 p.m.
FREE
Coloring for Grown-Ups
Adults and Teens 16+
Come and enjoy coloring in a relaxing
atmosphere and have fun exercising your
creative side. Coloring books and pencils will
be provided.
2nd Mondays
6:30 p.m.
FREE
Adults & Teens Game Days
Each month will feature a new board game to
learn, plus lots of familiar games.
2nd Saturdays
2 – 4 p.m.
FREE
Thursdays, September 8 – December 15
10:30 a.m. - FREE
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5
Tuesdays, September 6 – December 13
Mesquite Main Library &
10:30 a.m. - FREE
Evening Storytime
All ages
Tuesdays, September 6 – December 13
7 p.m. - FREE
Reading Buddies
Pre-K - 2nd Grade
Children partner with a volunteer as they
read and play games together.
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
FREE
Sit, Stay, Read!
K-3rd grade
Dogs love to be read to! Children are invited
to share a favorite story with a canine visitor
from Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs.
Saturdays, Sept. 17, Oct. 1, Nov. 12
11 a.m. – Noon
FREE
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Athletics
www.CityofMesquite.com/Athletics · 972-216-6260
Little Rookies
Little Rookies
Baseball/Softball
Ages 3-4
Registration Dates: Sept. 26 - Oct. 22
Sessions Begin: Saturday, Oct. 22
9 or 10 a.m. - sessions available
$35 per player, 5 sessions
*Parent Participation Required
Little Rookies Basketball
Ages 3-4
Registration Dates: December 5 - 30
Sessions Begin: Saturday, Jan. 7
Little Rookies Golf
Ages 5-6
Registration Dates: Jan. 16 - Feb. 10
Sessions Begin: Saturday, Feb. 18
Mesquite Golf Club
The First Tee
Ages 7-17
An Instructional golf program.
Registration Begins: October 3
Fall II: October 22 - November 19
Saturdays
Ages 7-10: 10-11:30 a.m.
Ages 11-17: 12-1:30 p.m.
Register: www.TheFirstTeeDallas.org
$50 per golfer *Scholarships are available
Senior Golf Association
Thursdays, 8 a.m.
Annual Dues: $25 - Greens Fees Apply
Ladies Golf Association
5
Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m.
Second Sunday, 11 a.m.
Annual Dues: $55 - Greens Fees Apply
Youth Sports
Adult Co-Ed
Youth Basketball League
Ages 5-14
Futsal
Each Leagues include 7 games, plus a
single elimination tournament. Birth
certificate and players card is required to
play.
Each Leagues include 7 games, plus a
single elimination tournament. Want to
join a team? Register at:
www.TeamSideLine.com/mesquite
Futsal is a modified form of indoor soccer.
Registration Dates: November 7 - 20
Games Begin: Sunday, December 4
$350 per team
Registration Dates: October 3 - 30
Practices Begin: Week of Nov. 28
Games Begin: Saturday, Dec. 10
$65 per player
Indoor Volleyball
Sunday
Games Begin: Sunday, Feb. 19
Tuesday
Games Begin: Tuesday, Feb. 21
$260 per team
Futsal
Ages 15-18
Futsal is a modified form of indoor soccer.
Registration Dates: November 7 - 20
Games Begin: Friday, December 9
$350 per team
Girls Volleyball League
Ages 7-14
Basketball
Games Begin: Thursday, Feb. 23
$400 per team
Practices Begin: Week of March 20
Games Begin: Saturday, April 1
$65 per player
Sand Volleyball
$130 per team
NEW THIS SEASON
Players card is required for all youth
league participants. The card is intended
to verify age. The first card is included
in the registration fee. There will be an
additional $5 replacement fee per card.
Soccer
$400 per team
Mesquite Athletic Associations
Youth Associations
Seasons
Website
Mesquite Baseball Inc.
Fall
Spring
www.leaguelineup.com/mesquitebaseball
Mesquite Fastpitch Softball
Fall
Spring
www.leaguelineup.com/mesquitefastpitch
Mesquite Pee Wee Football
Fall
www.mesquitepeeweefootball.org
Mesquite Soccer
Fall
Spring
www.leaguelineup.com/mesquitesoccer
Adult Sports Associations
Seasons
Website
Metroplex Adult Softball
Fall
Spring
Summer
www.msuasoftball.com
Metroplex Senior Citizens Softball
Spring
Summer
www.dfwseniorsoftball.com
Mesquite Indoor Football League
Spring
www.mifleague.com
Westlake Sports Center
www.CityofMesquite.com/WestlakeSportsCenter
Therapeutic
Recreation
Therapeutic Recreation provides an
opportunity for athletes with intellectual
and developmental disabilities to learn
sports and to compete.
$20 per year donation
Tennis
Certified instructors offer a variety of adult
and youth lessons from the beginner to
intermediate levels. No prior experience is
needed. All equipment is provided.
Youth - Beginners
Archery
Learn with certified instructors target
archery, safety, rules and proper form of
a re-curve and compound bow. No prior
experience is needed. All equipment is
provided.
Ages 6 & Under,
Sundays, 12:30 - 1 p.m.
$20 per month or $6 drop-in
Introduction to Archery
Ages 6-15
Tuesdays, October 4 - November 22
7 - 8 p.m.
Ages 10 & Under,
Sundays, 1 - 2 p.m.
Mondays, 6 - 7 p.m.
FREE
Basketball, Ages 8+
Mondays, November 7 - February 20
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Poteet High School
Ages 11 & Up,
Sundays, 2 - 3 p.m.
Mondays, 7 - 8 p.m.
Polar Plunge
Youth - Intermediate
Volleyball, Ages 8+
Saturday, January 21, 10 a.m.
City Lake Aquatic Center
$60 per person minimum pledge
Ages 10 & Under,
Tues. & Thurs., 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Ages 11 & Up,
Tues. & Thurs., 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Adult Co-ed Beginners
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Adult Co-ed Intermediate
Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
FREE PLAY DAYS
Ages 10 and under
Instructional program teaching the
basics of tennis. All equipment provided.
Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
October 8, November 12 & January 14
FREE
Saturdays, 12 - 1 p.m.
October 1, November 5, January 7
Beginners
Ages 6-12
Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
October 1 - 22
January 7 - 28
$25 per person, 4 sessions
Family
Saturdays
November 5 - 19, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
January 14 - 28, 12 - 1 p.m.
$20 per family, 3 sessions
Adults
Ages 18+
November 12 - 19
Couples
Ages 18+
October 8 - 22
Bow Hunting
Ages 8 - 16
Learn hunting techniques including how
to build your shot, clearing a shooting
lane, proper hunting shots and other
informative information.
Saturday, October 22
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
$10 per person
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Recreation Classes
Register online or at any Recreation Center
and at the Parks & Recreation Administration Office
Crafts
Creative Kids
Ages 6 - 10
Paint, create, squish, dab, mold and doodle.
Each class will feature a new variety of
projects using a variety of artistic mediums.
Wednesdays, 6 - 7 p.m.
Florence Recreation Center
$10 monthly
Beginner Ceramic Class
Ages 18+
Let’s learn ceramics! This beginners class will
create a Christmas sign, ready to display in
time for the holiday. All supplies are included.
Thursdays Oct. 27 - Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m.
Rutherford Senior Center - Craft Room
$10 for 4 classes
Urban Soul Line Dancing
Ages: 18+
Get fit by moving to dynamic and fun urban
soul line dances. Learn basic steps to todays
popular music. All skill levels welcome.
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
$20 monthly or $5 drop-in
Ladies Line Dancing
Ages 18+
Ladies Line Dancing is a great way to get
cardiovascular exercise in a fun way. Learn
a few new steps and dance the night away
with friends.
Mondays, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Rutherford Recreation Center
$10 monthly
Dance
Ballet and Beyond
Ages: 3-8
Through this enjoyable class, students will
learn to use dance as a creative means of
self-expression. This class will concentrate
on vocabulary, alignment and movement.
Instructor evaluation is required for advanced
placement.
Beginner: Tuesdays, 6 – 6:45 p.m.
Advanced: Tuesdays, 6:45 – 7:30 p.m.
$30 monthly
Swing Out Dance
Ages 18+
Learn basic and advanced partner dance
steps to smooth R&B and Jazz. This fun class
will teach all the right steps to get participants
out on the dance floor and grooving to the
music. No experience is needed!
Mondays, 7 - 9:30 p.m.
$8 per class
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Exercise Classes
Family
Dog Obedience
Ages 12+
(Handlers under 18 must be accompanied by a
parent).
Learn positive ways to teach your dog how to
be a well mannered member of your family.
Instruction includes training your dog how
to walk on a leash, stay, come and more.
Tuesdays or Thursdays, 7 - 8 p.m.
Evans Recreation Center
6 classes for $70
Intermediate Dog Obedience
Ages 12+
(Handlers under 18 must be accompanied by a
parent).
Take your dog training to the next level.
Participating dogs should know the basics
and be able to sit, lay down and stay. This
class will include adding distance, distraction
and duration to the routine and more. Upon
successfully completing a final exam and
six weeks of class, your dog can earn an AKC
Canine Good Citizen Certificate. Classes will
meet once a week for six weeks.
Sundays, 2 - 3 p.m.
6 classes for $70
Body Shaping
Ages 18+
Chess
Ages 5+
Zumba
Ages 16+
Preschool Spanish
Ages 2 - 5
Shape and tighten your figure and improve
your cardiovascular and muscular endurance
through the use of weight training and other
exercises in our fitness room. This class will
involve upper and lower body muscles.
Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
$25 monthly
Zumba Fitness is a group class where high
energy dance music keeps everyone engaged
and motivated. This isn’t a workout... it’s a
party!
Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays,
7 - 8 p.m.
Beginners to intermediate players can
unlock their chess potential by participating
in this class. Students will learn the basics,
terminology and how to strategize the game
of chess. All equipment is provided.
Thursdays, 6 - 7 p.m.
Toddlers will learn Spanish while singing and
dancing to music.
Saturdays,10 - 11 a.m.
Fitness Room
Membership
50
$
PER YEAR
Dunford, Evans and Rutherford
Recreation Centers
Recreation Classes
* Florence Recreation Center is $25 per year
www.CityofMesquite.com/Classes · 972-216-6260
Karate
American Karate - Beginner
Ages 5+
American Karate is designed to condition
the body, discipline the mind and develop
self-confidence through training, basic kicks,
hand techniques, stances and self-defense
tactics.
Mondays and Thursdays, 7 - 8 p.m.
$26 monthly
American Karate - Advanced
Ages 7+
Advanced American Karate will cover
American Karate
plus more difficult
techniques that include: jumps, turning
kicks, joint locks, arm bars, and self-defense.
Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8- 9 p.m.
$38 monthly
Beasley’s Family Karate
Ages 6+
Family Karate is a program designed to teach
physical fitness, self-defense, discipline and
effective martial arts for the whole family.
When one member joins, the next is 50% off.
Mondays, 7 - 9 p.m.
$30 monthly - $15 additional family member
Beasley’s Advanced Karate
Ages 6+
Advanced Family Karate is a program
designed to teach the next step in physical
fitness, self-defense, discipline and effective
martial arts for the whole family. When one
member joins, the next is 50% off.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7 - 9 p.m.
$30 monthly - $15 additional family member
Karate - Shotokan Style
Ages 5+
Build positive attitudes, self confidence, self
discipline and respect with Sensei Richardo
Yip, a fourth-degree black belt. Shotokan
is a style of karate developed from various
martial arts from Japan. Students have the
ability to become mentors and leaders.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6 - 7 p.m.
$35 monthly *$40 uniform required
Karate - Shotokan Style
Ages 18+
Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
$35 monthly *$40 uniform required
Okinawa Karate-Do
Ages 6+
Achieve fitness, self-control and discipline
by practicing the traditional art of Okinawa
Karate. You will build muscle memory
through the practice of katas (detailed
choreographed patterns of movements),
self-defense, sparring and weapons training.
Tuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m.
Thursdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
$30 monthly
Women’s Basic Self Defense
Ages 14+
This course focuses on how to deal with
the physical threats women face in today’s
world and address the mental, physical, and
emotional challenges involved. Students will
finish the course with a strong foundation in
self-defense.
Mondays, 7 - 8 p.m.
Sports
Teen Hoops
Ages 13 - 18
Bring your friends for a fun night of pick-up
basketball. Participants must present a valid
MISD student ID and participation card.
Florence Recreation Center - FREE
Ball Empowerment
Basketball Training
Ages 6 - 13
This training class will start with the
fundamentals of dribbling, passing and
shooting and then move to in-depth
instruction designed to improve all aspects
of your game. Agility training is also included
to develop explosive power and speed.
Beginners
Ages 6-9: Mondays, 7 - 8 p.m.
Advanced
Ages 10-13: Mondays, 8 - 9 p.m.
Girls
Ages 10-13: Wednesdays, 8 - 9 p.m.
Yoga
Authentic Hatha Yoga
Ages 13+
Through the five tenets of Hatha Yoga, learn
to use the body’s natural defenses to combat
mental and physical stress. Perfect for all
levels beginner to advanced.
Try the first class for FREE.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Vinyasa Yoga
Ages 16+
Vinyasa Yoga is a style of yoga designed to
incorporate breathing with movement. The
class is for all levels of practice and focuses
on strength, flexibility, endurance, posture,
balance and concentration.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 - 7 p.m.
$35 monthly
Yoga for Everybody
Ages 18+
This gentle yoga class is designed to
strengthen, stretch and tone your body,
with emphasis on breathing, balance and
relaxation. Try the first class for FREE.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12 - 1 p.m.
$30 monthly - $24 per Adult 50+
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or $5 drop-in
Adults 50+
www.CityofMesquite.com/50Plus · 972-216-6260
Evans Senior Center
1116 Hillcrest · 972-204-4971
Goodbar Senior Center
3000 Concord Dr. · 972-329-8705
Rutherford Senior Center
900 Rutherford Dr. · 972-204-4965
Portable Pantry Program
Congregate Meal
3rd Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mesquite Senior Centers in partnership
with local food pantries provides bags
of grocery items monthly to Adults 50+.
Qualifications and advanced reservations
are required. Space is limited.
For information call: 972-329-8705
FREE
Continuous Programs
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Day
Time
Location
Cost
Ceramics
M
W
Th
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Evans
Goodbar
Rutherford
Supplies Needed
Painting
Th
9 a.m.
Goodbar
Supplies Needed
Wood Carving
F
9 a.m.
Goodbar
Supplies Needed
Quilting Guild Stitch
and Chat
W
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Rutherford
Supplies Needed
Senior Exercise
M, W, Th, F
11 a.m.
Evans
FREE
Fitness Workout
M - Th
8:15 a.m.
Goodbar
FREE
Stretch & Flex
T, Th
10:15 a.m.
Rutherford
FREE
Walk-a-Mile
M, W, Th, F
M-F
M-F
10 - 11 a.m.
11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Evans
Goodbar
Rutherford
FREE
Move Baby Move
Exercise
T
M, W
10:45 a.m.
10 a.m.
Evans
Goodbar
FREE
Fitness Center
M-F
M-F
M-F
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Evans
Goodbar
Rutherford
FREE
50+ Dance
2nd and 4th Friday
7 - 9:30 p.m.
Evans
$6 per person
Blue Grass
M
5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Evans
FREE
Dance to Records
T
1 - 3 p.m.
Evans
FREE
Silver Stompers
Th
12:30 - 2 p.m.
Evans
FREE
Table Games
M-F
M-F
M-F
8 - 11:30 a.m.
8 a.m.
9 a.m.
Evans
Goodbar
Rutherford
FREE
Bingo
M, W, Th, F
M,F
W
12:15 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
Evans
Goodbar
Rutherford
.02¢ per card/per game
Wii Bowling
M-F
M-F
M, W
8 - 11:30 a.m.
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
9 a.m.
Evans
Goodbar
Rutherford
FREE
Texas Hold’em
Th
12:30 p.m.
Goodbar
$1 RSVP Required
Party Bridge
T
1 p.m.
Evans
FREE
Bunco
2nd Tuesday
9:15 a.m.
Goodbar
$2
Monday - Friday at Evans and Goodbar
participants 60+ can enjoy a hot lunch for
a suggested $1 donation. Those 59 and
under may purchase a meal for $5.50.
The Program is supported in part by the
City of Mesquite, The Dallas Area Agency
on Aging and the Texas Department of
Aging and Disability Services. Advanced
reservations are preferred. Lunch is
served at 11:45 a.m.
Site Council
Regular monthly council meeting are
scheduled to discuss programing. All
participants are welcomed to attend.
Evans Site Meeting
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Evans Senior Center - Craft Room
Goodbar Site Meeting
Tuesday, 9 a.m.
Goodbar Senior Center - Craft Room
Rutherford Site Meeting
Wednesday, 11 a.m.
Rutherford Senior Center - Craft Room
Mesquite 50+ Dance
2nd and 4th Fridays, 7-9:30 p.m.
Evans Senior Center - $6 per person
Enjoy live music, dancing, friendship and
light refreshments. Free dance lessons begin
at 6 p.m.
October 14 Southern Spur
October 28 Neon Moon
November 11Lone Star Express
December 9 Rollin Country
January 13
Tear Drops and Laughter
January 27 Variety Pack
Adults 50+
Community Service
Buckner Shoes for Orphan
Souls
Donate new children’s athletic shoes for
kids in need for an international shoe
drive.
Monday, Oct. 3 – Friday, Nov. 18
Donations will be delivered
Wednesday, November 23 * sign up 11/14
9:30 a.m.
Veterans Center Drive
Donations of small household items,
clothes, personal items, or small gift
cards for restaurants will be accepted for
the Veterans Center of Mesquite
Monday, Oct. 3 – Thursday, Nov. 10
Thursday, November 10 * sign up 11/1
9:30 a.m.
Toy Drive
Donate toys or gift cards to the
Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center for
Christmas. Place unwrapped new items
in the donation box.
Monday, Nov. 14 – Friday, Dec. 16
9:30 a.m.
Monday, December 19 * sign up 12/5
9:30 a.m.
Reading with McKenzie
Volunteer to read to, or listen to, the
kindergarten and first grade students at
McKenzie Elementary as they begin their
journey through elementary school.
Wednesday, 12:30 p.m.
October 12 * sign up 10/3
November 9 * sign up 11/1
December 14 * sign up 12/1
January 11 * sign up 1/2
Friday, 9:30 a.m.
Annual Bake & Take Cookie
Collection
Bring homemade treats and wrapping.
Tuesday, December 13 - 9 a.m.
Ride around town to deliver the goodies
to civic groups.
Wednesday, December 14 * sign up 12/1
9 a.m.
Crafts
Jack-O-Lantern Pumpkin
Candle holder
Friday, October 7 * sign up 9/23
Evans Senior Center – Craft Room
9:30 a.m.
$3 per person
Mason Jar Craft
Sponsored by WellMed
Monday, October 17 * sign up 10/3
Goodbar Senior Center – Craft Room
9 a.m.
$3 per person
Tote Bags
Friday, October 21* sign up 10/7
9:30 a.m.
$4 per person
Cat Pot For Plants
Friday, November 4 * sign up 10/21
9:30 a.m.
$2 per person
Decorative Snow Flake Soap
Monday, November 14 *sign up 10/31
Rutherford Senior Center - craft room
10 a.m. - $5 per person
Cracked Marble Necklace
9:30 a.m. - $4 per person
Christmas Ornaments
Sponsored by WellMed
Monday, November 21 * sign up 11/7
9 a.m. - $3 per ornament
Peppermint Platter
Friday, December 2 * sign up 11/18
9:30 a.m.
$2 per person
Chalk Platter
Monday, December 5 *sign up 11/21
Rutherford Senior Center - craft room
10 a.m.
$5 per person
Snowman Ornament
Sponsored by WellMed.
Monday, December 12 * sign up 11/29
9 a.m.
$3 per craft
Christmas Ornaments
9:30 a.m.
$4 per person
Snow Flake Pin Wreath
Friday, January 6 * sign up 12/23
9:30 a.m.
$5 per person
Salsa Making
Tuesday, January 17 *sign up 1/3
11 a.m.
$5 per person
String Art
9:30 a.m.
$4 per person
Rice Sock
Create a rice sock to heat up in the
microwave for warming up on cold days.
Monday, January 23 * sign up 1/2
9 a.m.
$3 per craft
10
Adults 50+
Trips
M & W Ceramics
Take the opportunity to select and buy
these unique ceramics.
Wednesday, October 5 * sign up 9/20
Bus Departs Evans Senior Center
9:30 a.m.
$2 deposit - refundable upon departure
- plus cost of meal and shopping
TX State Fair Day
Enjoy the traditions of the Texas State
Fair! Senior Day has free entry into the
park. Be prepared for lots of walking.
Thursday, October 6 * sign up 9/21
Bus Departs Goodbar Senior Center
Bus Departs Rutherford Senior Center
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- plus cost of outing and meal
Dallas Arboretum
Fall leaves, floral arrangements and
lunch awaits at the Dallas Arboretum.
Tuesday, October 11 *sign up now
9:30 a.m.
$11 per person - plus cost of your meal
TX State Rail Road –Rusk, TX
Discover the historical Texas State
Railroad on a traditional steam train.
Take an enriching round-trip ride
through the dense and mysterious Texas
wilderness. Travel between the depots
of Rusk and admire spectacular East
Texas scenery gliding past meandering
streams and over historical bridges.
8:30 a.m.
$55.00 non-refundable
11
Walmart
Target
Dinner Date Night
Into My Garden Tea Room
Shop Walmart and enjoy lunch at
McAlister’s Deli.
Friday, Oct. 21 * sign up 10/7
9:30 a.m.
- plus cost of meal
Participants can choose between Luby’s,
Rosa’s Cafe & Tortilla Factory, Raising
Cane’s , Fuddruckers, In & Out Burger or
Soulman’s Bar-B-Que in Rockwall.
5 p.m.
$1 per person for drawing
- plus cost of meal
Halloween at Camp
Enjoy Camp Rorie Galloway with a
hayride, hot dogs, games, crafts and
s’mores by the campfire.
Bus Departs Evans Senior Center &
9:30 a.m.
$6 per person
DART Trip to Carrollton
Travel to Carrollton for a shopping trip &
lunch.
9 a.m.
$3.50 for rail ticket
- plus cost of meal & shopping
Shop until you drop. The bus will return
in time for lunch.
Thursday, November 17 * sign up 11/ 7
9 a.m.
- plus cost of shopping
Into My Garden is a perfect place to
enjoy lunch and an afternoon tea in
Historic Plano Texas.
Monday, November 21 * sign up 11/7
9:30 a.m.
- plus cost of meal
Grapevine Mills
It’s time to get that shopping list done.
Monday, December 5 *sign up 11/21
9:30 a.m.
- plus cost of meal
Bath House Cultural Center
Delight in lunch and a trip to the Bath
House Cultural Center for the show “UhOh, Here Comes Christmas.”
Thursday, December 8 *Sign up 11/23
10:30 a.m.
Bethlehem Revisited
Go shopping in the small country store
located in Mineola, TX and enjoy lunch
at the famous East TX Burger.
Wednesday, November 16 * sign up 11/2
9:30 a.m.
- plus cost of meal
Take a trip to Waxahachie to view the
live Nativity and Last Supper exhibit
in “Bethlehem Revisited.” Then enjoy
dinner with friends and a guided driving
tour of historic downtown.
Friday, December 9 *Sign up 11/17
Bus Departs Evans, Goodbar,
3:30 p.m.
Allen Premium Outlet Mall
Allen Premium Outlet Mall
The Pecan House
Shop the day away.
Thursday, November 17 *sign up 11/3
9:30 a.m.
Shop the day away.
Thursday, January 5 *sign up 12/22
9:30 a.m.
Adults 50+
Undeck the Halls
Help take Christmas down at Rutherford
and then enjoy lunch at Heff’s Burger.
Thursday, January 5 * sign up 12/23
10 a.m.
Cost of Lunch
WinCo Foods and
Old Chicago Pizza &
Taproom Garland
Shop in the Supermarket Low Price
Leader, WinCo and then enjoy lunch.
9:30 a.m.
Frontier of Flight Museum
Take a guided tour in the flight museum
at Dallas Love Field and lunch.
Tuesday, January 17 * sign up 1/3
9:30 a.m.
$7 per person - plus cost of meal
Old Red Museum
Take a tour of the 1892 Dallas County
Court house now known as the Old Red
Museum and then enjoy lunch together.
10:30 a.m.
$6 per person
Adventure
Celebrations
Meet at Paschall Park for a game of disc
golf. All equipment provided.
Friday, October 7 *Sign up now
Rutherford
10 a.m.
FREE
Celebrate birthdays with cake and ice
cream during Congregate Meal.
Wednesday
Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14, Jan. 11
Evans & Goodbar Senior Centers
11:30 a.m.
Disc Golf
Twisted Root Burger
Halloween Mystery Lunch
10:30 a.m.
- plus cost of outing
Pot Luck “Baked Potato Bar”
Enjoy unique food at Twisted Root
Burger Company.
Thursday, November 3 *Sign up 10/20
Whirlyball Plano
Experience a game called whirlyball! It
combines bumper cars, lacrosse and a
lot of laughs.
Tuesday, December 6 *Sign up 11/8-22
10 a.m.
$17 per person
Polar Plunge
Help raise money for the Special
Olympics by taking a plunge in City Lake
Aquatic Center in January!
Saturday, January 21 *Sign up 12/5
City Lake Aquatic Center
9 a.m. registration - 10 a.m. start time
$60 per person minimum pledge
AT&T Stadium Tour
Tour the home of the Dallas Cowboys &
enjoy lunch at Tom’s Burger.
Tuesday, January 24 *sign up 1/2-17
10:30 a.m.
Dinner Date Night
Have dinner at The Black-eyed Pea in
Mesquite.
5 p.m.
$1 per person for drawing
- plus cost of meal
Birthday Celebrations
The Girlfriends
Cracker Barrel
Enjoy Cracker Barrel for dinner and some
holiday shopping.
Tuesday, October 11 *Sign up now
6:30 pm
Fence Picket Sign Craft
Ladies let’s get together and do some
crafts.
Tuesday, November 8 * Sign up 10/25
6:30 p.m. - $3 per person
Bring a Halloween themed dish to share.
Tuesday, October 25
11:30 a.m. - FREE
Rutherford will provide the potatoes,
participant will bring a topping or
dessert to share.
Tuesday, November 29 *sign up 11/15
11:30 a.m. - FREE
Christmas Do-Over Potluck
Bring a favorite Christmas dish to share
and have a table decorating contest.
Tuesday, December 27 * sign up 12/13
11:30 a.m. - FREE
Mexican Fiesta Potluck
Bring a food item for the taco bar and
participate in the best sombrero contest!
Tuesday, January 31 *sign up 1/17
11:30 a.m. - FREE
White Elephant Party
Ladies, bring a $5-$10 gift to exchange.
Tuesday, December 13
6:30 p.m. - FREE
Girlfriends - Flavored Butter
Ladies, bring bagels, muffins or biscuits
to share with the flavored butter.
Tuesday, Jan 10 *sign up 12/27
6:30 p.m.
$1 per person
12
Adults 50+
Special Events
Music Styles by: Bruce Miller
Enjoy 60’s hits with local singer Bruce
Miller.
Thursday, October 13
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m. - FREE
Costume Party Bingo
Come dressed in a costume for a chance
in the door prize drawing. Bring finger
food to share.
Wednesday, October 26
11 a.m.
Trick or Treat Party
Games, Trivia, Costumes and BINGO
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m.
$2 per person to play BINGO
Goodbar Ghouls Party
Dress up, play games, enjoy crafts and
snack. Sponsored by WellMed.
Monday, October 31
Goodbar Senior Center – Lobby
9:30 - 11:00 a.m. - FREE
Autumn Matinée
Kicking Back to Country with the blue
grass flavor of Anita and Robert Shelton
and guests. Purchase your tickets early!
Saturday, November 5 * sign up 10/21
Evans Senior Center
3:30 p.m.
$8 per person
Cooking with Lucy & Ethel
Enjoy this “how-to” cooking presentation.
Monday, November 7
Goodbar Senior Center – Kitchen
9:30 a.m. - FREE
Texas Winds Musical Outreach
Enjoy Texas Winds, Sentimental Journey
live musical performance.
Thursday, November 10
Evans Senior Center - Main Room
10 a.m. - FREE
13
Veterans Day Lunch
Celebrate our veterans with a lunch
together.
Friday, November 11 *sign up 10/26
11 a.m.
$4 per person *Free for Veterans
Ugly Sweater Day
Wear your most creative sweater.
Wednesday, December 14
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m. - FREE
Thanksgiving Pot Luck
Pictures with Santa
Have your picture taken with Santa.
Thursday, December 15
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m. - FREE
Autumn Bingo
Card Exchange & Holiday Bingo
Bring holiday cards to exchange with
friends and play holiday BINGO.
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m.
$2 per person
Sign up to bring a dish for the pot luck.
Tuesday, November 15 * sign up11/1
Evans Senior Center - Gym
11:30 a.m. - FREE
Enjoy a game of bingo, soup & cornbread.
Wednesday, November 16 *sign up 11/2
11 a.m.
$3 per person
Thanksgiving Potluck
Bring a dish to share by 11 a.m. No
congregate meal served this day.
Tuesday, November 22 * sign up 11/7
11:30 a.m. - FREE
Deck the Halls
Enjoy lunch while we deck the Rutherford
Halls for Christmas.
10 a.m. - FREE
Holiday Celebration Week
Candy Cane Day
Come dressed in red and white attire.
Make candy cane reindeer & drink hot
cocoa with a candy cane.
Monday, December 12
Evans Senior Center
FREE
Pajama Party Sing Along with Bruce
Wear your Christmas pajamas and sing
Christmas carols with our own Bruce.
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m. - FREE
White Christmas Party
I’m dreaming of a “White Christmas”
party with games, lunch, door prizes, a
movie and Texas Winds String Trio. Wear
your favorite seasonal outfit.
10:30 a.m.
$4 per person *until 12/14
$5 per person * after 12/15
Ornament Swap
Bring one to take one and see whose is
the best one! Hot cocoa will be served.
10 a.m. - FREE
Pictures with Mrs. Claus
Thursday, December 22
Goodbar Senior Center – Library
9:30 a.m. - FREE
Christmas Potluck
Bring a dish to share by 11 a.m. No
congregate meal served this day.
Thursday, December 22 * sign up 12/5
11:30 a.m. - FREE
Adults 50+
New Year’s Party
Celebrate new year’s with a lunch count
down to 12 p.m.
Friday, December 30
Evans Senior Center
11:45 a.m. - FREE
New Year’s Eve Game Day
Toast the coming year at noon. Bring a
finger food, game and jokes to share.
Friday, December 30 * sign-up 12/15
$1 per person
End of the Year Party
Bring your favorite snack and join in on
looking back over the past year.
Friday, December 30
10 a.m.
2018 Time Capsule
Work together to collect current events
for a 2018 time capsule.
Wednesday, January 18
Evans Senior Center
FREE
Talent Show
Sign up as an individual or group.
Wednesday, January 25 * sign up 1/11
Evans Senior Center – Main Room
10 a.m. - FREE
Live Auction
Help support the Adults 50+ program
with this annual fund raiser. Pre-sale,
boutique & silent auction begin at 9 a.m.
and “Fun Money” action begins at 10
a.m. Bring finger food to share.
Donations Accepted: January 11– 25
Friday, January 27
9 a.m.
$10 per person minimum
Games
Hand & Foot Tournament
Play in the tournament and bring a
finger food to share at lunch.
Tuesday, October 4 * sign up now
9:45 am
FREE
Wii Bowling Leagues
Sign-up as an individual or team and
select the best time and day to play
weekly. The league will run six weeks.
Monday & Wednesdays
October 3-November 9 * sign up now
January 9- February 1 * sign up 12/27
Rutherford Senior Center – Craft Room
Evans Senior Center – Media Room
Wednesday, October 26
FREE
Breast Cancer Awareness BINGO
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m.
$2 per game
Trick or Treat BINGO
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m.
$2 per game
BOO! Bingo
Monday, October 31
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
$.05 per card and $.10 Blackout
Santa BINGO
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m.
$2 per game
SkipBo Challenge
9:30 a.m. - FREE
Re-Gift Bingo
Bring an item in value of $5-$10, new or
gently used and in a gift bag. Must bring
a gift to take a gift.
Friday, January 13
12:30 p.m. - FREE
Poker Tournament
Top tournament winners from 2016
compete in an end of year tournament
for the grand prize gift card.
Wednesday, January 18
9 a.m.
Black Jack
Back by popular demand-twice monthly.
Wednesdays, 9 a.m.
December 7 * sign up 12/6
Goodbar Senior Center - Lobby
$1 per person/ per day
Medical
Flu Shots
On-Site Health Services / Super Value
Pharmacy will be offering flu and
pneumonia shots. Call for more details.
Tuesday, October 4 * sign up 9/20
Evans - Media Room
Wednesday, October 5 *sign up 9/21
Rutherford - Craft Room
Friday October 7 * sign up 9/27
Goodbar - Library
10-11 a.m.
$20 Standard, $59 High Dose
$89 Pneumonia - without insurance
Carter Eye Center
Carter Eye Center mobile unit will visit to
perform distance acuity and a cataract
screening.
Wednesday, October 19 * sign up 10/9
Goodbar Senior Center – parking lot
10 a.m.
FREE
14
Adults 50+
Movies
Brunch and a Movie
Indulge at La Madeline for brunch and
then travel to Cinemark in Rockwall.
Evans Senior Center
9:30 a.m.
Savor the Waffle House for brunch and
then travel to AMC Mesquite.
Evans Senior Center
9:30 a.m.
Indulge in a Huddle House brunch and
then travel to Starplex in Forney.
Evans Senior Center
9:30 a.m.
Enjoy brunch at the Waffle House, then
travel to Hometown Cinemas in Terrell.
Monday, January 9 * sign up 12/23
Evans Senior Center
9:30 a.m.
Movie Time
“Hocus Pocus” starring Bette Midler,
Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker as
the Sanderson sisters/witches of Salem.
Friday, October 14
9:30 a.m. - FREE
“Momma Mia!” starring Meryl Streep
and Pierce Brosnan is a great file on
family issues with a twist. Popcorn will be
served.
Tuesday, October 25
Evans Senior Center - Media Room
9:30 a.m. - FREE
“The Big Trees” starring Kirk Douglas.
Popcorn will be served.
15
Tuesday, November 29
9:30 a.m. - FREE
”Home Alone” - We will enjoy hot cocoa
while enjoying this Christmas classic
starring Macaulay Culkin.
Monday, November 28
Goodbar Senior Center - Library
9:30 a.m. - FREE
Enjoy a surprise holiday classic.
Friday, December 2
9:30 a.m. - FREE
“The Fighting Temptations” starring
Cuba Gooding Jr and Beyoncé Cuba.
Conversational Spanish
Learn Spanish by conversing with other
seniors at Goodbar. Volunteers always
appreciated.
Thursday, December 1 * sign up 11/25
10 a.m. - FREE
Driver Safety Class
AARP is offering a Driver Safety Course
This class can reduce insurance rates.
Monday, October 24 *sign up 10/3
3 – 7 p.m.
Thursday, January 19 *sign up 1/5
Evans Senior Center
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
$15 AARP members $20 for non-members
9:30 a.m. - FREE
Dallas Lighthouse for the
Blind
“Mona Lisa Smile” starring Julia Roberts,
Kristen Dunst, Julia Stiles, and Maggie
Gyllenhaal. Popcorn will be served.
Tuesday, January 24
9 a.m. - FREE
Financial Talk
9:30 a.m. - FREE
Come see some familiar faces in a
Western movie from the Good Ol’ Days!
Learn
Medicare Changes 2017
United Healthcare presents Medicare
changes for 2017.
Tuesday, October 4
12:15 p.m. - FREE
LSI presents Medicare changes for 2017.
Monday, October 10
Monday, November 14
Evans Senior Center
10 a.m. - FREE
Enjoy chili and Medicare enrollment
changes presentation by AGA.
Monday, November 7 *Sign up 10/24
11:30 a.m.
$3 per person
Gather information regarding resources
for the sight impaired.
Monday, November 14
10:30 a.m. - FREE
Learn the latest in market trends and
how to protect your savings with Melissa
Gray of Edward Jones.
Wednesday, November 16
10:30 a.m. - FREE
Diabetes Snack-and-Chat
Minyard Sun Fresh Pharmacy will
discuss diabetes and snacking.
Tuesday, January 24 * sign up 1/16
10 a.m.
FREE
For information about
low cost or FREE transportation
call 877-631-5278 or
visit: www.StarTransit.org

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