posted Apr 9, 2013, 9:51 AM by Joy Eastwood
 MESQUITE, NV
(Leisure Services Dept.) - Get the entire family and come join the fun and
entertainment on May 4, 2013 and be a part of the excitement of the
Annual Mesquite Days Parade.
Saturday Morning at 10:00am get
your spot early along the parade route as traffic will be diverted off of the
boulevard from Woodbury to Sandhill at 9:45am. Bring your lawn chairs and some
refreshments to stay hydrated and watch and enjoy the parade. The parade will
head East on Mesquite Blvd.
in the North bound lane, on the City Hall side of the street. Remember that the
City has plenty for all to do. Attend the carnival and vendor booths will be
opening and ready for business. Immediately after the parade the historical
committee will be giving historical tours of the city, starting at the Virgin Valley
Heritage Museum.
Just a reminder, please stays off
the medians.
Mesquite Days Parade Route May 4, 2013 10:00A.M.
- The
parade staging area will be in the LDS Chapel Parking lot on 100 North Arrowhead Lane.
- Parade
will begin at 10:00am and leave the LDS parking lot turning (Left) South
on North Arrowhead Lane.
(Heading towards Mesquite
Blvd).
- Parade
then will turn Left (East) onto Mesquite
Blvd heading East in the North bound traffic
lane (normal direction of traffic).
- Parade
will be heading east for about 1.8 miles.
- Parade
then will turn Left (North) on North Willow, ending. Entries can head back
to the staging area taking Old Mill Rd back to the LDS chapel on 100 North
Arrowhead.
- 9:45am
Traffic will be diverted off of Mesquite
Boulevard
For more information on this and
other programs please contact the Department of Athletics & Leisure
Services at (702) 346-8732. Register for youth and adult programs online at: www.mesquitenv.gov or at the Administrative
Offices located at 100 W. Old Mill
Road.
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posted Apr 4, 2013, 11:38 AM by Joy Eastwood
MESQUITE, NV
(Leisure Services Dept.) -- Davis
Amusement Cascadia is the new carnival coming to town for the 2013 Mesquite
Days event. The Davis
family will bring an exciting lineup of rides, fun games, and tasty food. There
will be something for the entire family. Enjoy the carousel, the 82 foot tall
Gondola Ferris Wheel and many more exciting rides. Be sure to see the
lights on the Ferris Wheel at night. It is a spectacular event. Mesquite Days May 2 – 5,
2013. Nicholas Montoya, organizer of Mesquite Days, announced that the four-day
carnival will be held on the vacant lot located at 105 West Mesquite Blvd, Mesquite.
Vendor Booth and Parade
Applications are available. These can be picked up in person at the Recreation Center, and are available on the City
website as well.
The Department is coordinating
other activities and programs with the historical society and various
committees for the 4 day event and is looking forward to another great
celebration.
For more information on this and
other programs please contact the Department of Athletics & Leisure
Services Department at 346-8732. To register for all youth and adult programs
online go to: www.mesquitenv.gov and at
the Departments Administrative Offices located at, 100 W. Old Mill Road. |
posted Apr 2, 2013, 1:38 PM by Cindy Biskup
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updated Apr 2, 2013, 2:34 PM
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This Week in MesquiteNV Athletics April 1-7, 2013
Mesquite Senior Games begins USA Girls Fastpitch Softball Tourney MESQUITE, NV (March 27, 2013)—Let the games begin…the 12th annual Mesquite Senior Games, that is. With April kicks off the Mesquite Senior events with the first week of events to include Bocce Ball on Monday and Tuesday, Tennis on Wednesday through Saturday and the new Senior Golf Long Drive event on Saturday at the Mesquite Sports & Event Complex. Also in town this week is a USA girls fastpitch softball tournament at Pioneer Park on Saturday and Sunday. Frank Pati, chairman of the Mesquite Senior Games, wanted to add the Long Drive Competition to give athletes the opportunity to hit off the same Grid where the RE/MAX World Long Drive Championships are held. Terri Rylander is the venue chair for the new Golf Long Drive event who has been working with a committee of enthusiastic volunteers to make the experience a memorable one for participants. Athletes must bring their own drivers and will be provided range balls for practice rounds and the same balls and tees the pros use for competition. Some sport registrations are still open, but late participants are encouraged to check for individual sport information online at www.MesquiteSeniorGames.org or in the Senior Games brochure. Onsite registrations are taken at Basketball Skills, Senior Golf Long Drive, Track & field and Target Pistol. Senior Athletes will compete within certain age groupings in five year increments for most sports and by gender (50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+). According to Mesquite Senior Games guidelines, “Competition Age” equals age at the year’s end, (e.g., if 50th birthday occurs any time during 2013, an athlete would compete as age 50). “The Senior Games events gives serious athletes and weekend warriors a chance to stay active and in touch with friends and competitors,” said Bryan Dangerfield, Director of Athletics & Leisure Services. “We commend Frank Pati and his dedicated Senior Games volunteers, committee members and venue coordinators for all they do for our citizens and visitors from out of town.” FC Mesquite league games will be played Saturday at the Recreation Center West Field due to the Senior Golf Long Drive competition at the MSEC. City League coed (Tuesday) and men’s (Wednesday) softball is played evenings at Hunter Park. MLB’s Pitch, Hit & Run competition for local youth will be held at Pioneer Park on Monday, April 8 and produced by the Recreation Division of the Department of Athletics & Leisure Services. ----------------------------------------------------- April Events TUE, WED, Men’s and Coed City Softball League—Pioneer Park 1--Bocce Ball, Mesquite Senior Games—Sun City Mesquite 3-6--Tennis, Mesquite Senior Games--Hafen Trailside Park Tennis Courts 6- Long Drive Golf, Mesquite Senior Games -Mesquite Sports & Event Complex 8--Major League Baseball, Pitch, Hit & Run – Pioneer Park 10-14--Men's Softball, Mesquite Senior Games-Pioneer, Hunter Fields 13-14--Women's Softball, Mesquite Senior Games--Pioneer, Hunter Fields 8-13--World Mini Grand Prix--Mesquite Motocross Track 12--Basketball Skills, Mesquite Senior Games-- Mesquite Rec Center 15-Opening Day, Virgin Valley Little League Baseball —Old Mill Fields 15-16--Bridge, Mesquite Senior Games--Sun City Mesquite 19--Bowling, Mesquite Senior Games-Virgin River Casino Bowling Center 20--Target Pistol, Mesquite Senior Games--Mesquite Shooters Club 22-24--Pickleball, Mesquite Senior Games--Sun City Mesquite 27--Track & Field, Mesquite Senior Games--Virgin Valley High School 27--Road Race 5K, Mesquite Senior Games--Mesquite Sports & Event Complex Website Links to other events: Mesquite Motocross Track; World Mini Grand Prix http://www.mesquitemx.com/
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posted Apr 1, 2013, 4:16 PM by Joy Eastwood
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updated Apr 3, 2013, 9:33 AM
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County Municipal Primary Elections, April 2, 2013
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posted Mar 27, 2013, 1:20 PM by Cindy Biskup
This Week in MesquiteNV Athletics
March 19-24, 2013
RMSB Easter Baseball Tournament
MESQUITE, NV (March 14, 2013)—After hosting nine
days of baseball and softball tournaments in 11 days, Mesquite is ready this
Thursday-Saturday to host the 4th annual Easter Baseball Tournament.
The 80-team tournament is produced by the Rocky
Mountain School of Baseball and will be held in Mesquite and Santa Clara, Utah.
Games start on Thursday at 9:30 and will continue
throughout the weekend at Pioneer Park, Hunter Sports Park and Old Mill Fields
“This is just two weeks following our 260-team
tournament in Mesquite and surrounding areas,” said Rhett Udy, manager of the
Rocky Mountain School of Baseball. “Spring, Mesquite and baseball go
hand-in-hand for sure. The teams all
love starting their season off in Mesquite.”
Last week, March 19-24, Mesquite was host to the Senior
Softball-USA Spring World Championships with 85 teams, ranging from 50 to
80-year old divisions.
Link to Rocky Mountain School of Baseball for Easter Tournament and
schedules:
http://www.rmsb.com/Tournaments/easter_trny.html?PHPSESSID=38558d8c9be1acb370c173cfa3135add
April Events Men’s and Coed City Softball League—Pioneer Park Little League Baseball—Old Mill Fields Major League Baseball, Pitch, Hit & Run – Pioneer Park Bocce Ball, Mesquite Senior Games--Mesquite Senior Center Tennis, Mesquite Senior Games--Hafen Trailside Park Tennis Courts Long Drive Golf, Mesquite Senior Games -Mesquite Sports & Event Complex Basketball Skills, Mesquite Senior Game-- Mesquite Recreation Center Men's Softball, Mesquite Senior Games-Pioneer, Hunter Fields Women's Softball, Mesquite Senior Games--Pioneer, Hunter Fields World Mini Grand Prix--Mesquite Motocross Track Bridge, Mesquite Senior Games--Sun City Mesquite Bowling, Mesquite Senior Games-Virgin River Casino Bowling Center Target Pistol, Mesquite Senior Games--Mesquite Shooters Club Pickleball, Mesquite Senior Games--Sun City Mesquite Track & Field, Mesquite Senior Games--Virgin Valley High School Road Race 5K, Mesquite Senior Games--Mesquite Sports & Event Complex |
posted Mar 25, 2013, 12:18 PM by Joy Eastwood
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updated Mar 25, 2013, 12:19 PM
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The Nevada
Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities (NGCDD) in collaboration with
the City of Mesquite Department of Athletics & Leisure Services will be
hosting a Disability Awareness and Resource Fair, also known as a P.A.C.E.
Event (Partnering for Awareness and Community Education) on Thursday April 25, 2013 at 10:00 AM - 2:00
PM at the Mesquite Senior Center located at 102 Old Mill Road in Mesquite,
Nevada.
Thursday’s event
will be an excellent opportunity for community members to connect with local
organizations committed to serving and supporting those with disabilities.
Guest speakers from Silver State Housing Council and Nevada SMP (Senior
Medicare Patrol) will be sharing information on a variety of topics. Rebuilding
All Goals Efficiently and Deaf & Hard of Hearing Advocacy
Resource Center
and Aging and Disability Services will also be in attendance. The event will
include workshops, speakers, resource tables, snacks, and free flu shots for
all attendees.
“As the pool of
resources gets seemingly smaller, it is becoming even more important to partner
with others in order to get the word out. By bringing appropriate state
agencies and non-profit organizations together and inviting the public, our
collaborators hope to reach populations that may not have access to community
supports otherwise,” says NGCDD, Projects Manager Billie Kale.
The Nevada Governor's Council on
Developmental Disabilities (NGCDD) engages in advocacy, systems change, and
capacity building activities for people with developmental disabilities and
their families in order to promote equal opportunity, self-determination,
and community inclusion. Throughout the year, in the form of P.A.C.E. Events,
NGCDD has brought awareness throughout the state of Nevada. These events seek to educate and
inform individuals with developmental disabilities, their families and
professionals about services and supports in their local communities.
For more
information on this and other programs please contact the Department of
Athletics & Leisure Services at (702) 346-8732. Register for youth and
adult programs online at: www.mesquitenv.gov
or at the Administrative Offices located at 100 W. Old Mill Road.
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posted Mar 21, 2013, 11:18 AM by Cindy Biskup
When we look for community strengths, we cannot overlook three hundred plus days of sunshine and the unsurpassed outdoor venues and vistas found in Mesquite.
Those who have taken the time to see the beauty that surrounds Mesquite are a select few, when compared to the number of travelers that pass by our community on Interstate 15 every year. The desert has many unseen beautiful secrets waiting to be discovered. Very little compares to a Joshua tree forest or fields of desert wild flowers in full bloom.
Mesquite, thanks to a handful of hearty entrepreneurs, is embracing one of our major strengths. Our community has always been an outdoor mecca for those of us who have lived here. Thanks to these businesses, outdoor events are now driving a robust sports and off-road vehicle tourism industry. Thousands of visitors descend on Mesquite throughout the year to play soccer, football, baseball, softball, golf, and to enjoy hundreds of miles of off road trails through some of the most spectacular desert vistas in the Southwest.
Each of us can learn from nature's example if we are willing to take a moment and look around. The desert teaches us to seize the moment and how to thrive in adversity. By embracing these principles, local businesses can thrive while the economy shifts. More importantly, while making those adjustments we can enjoy the most beautiful sunsets in the United States.
Carpe diem!
Mark Wier Letter Courtesy of View on Mesquite Magazine
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posted Mar 20, 2013, 5:03 PM by Joy Eastwood
MESQUITE, NV (March 14, 2013)—As one of the larger softball tournaments in the country, the Senior Softball-USA Spring World Championships will be held next week (March 19-24) in Mesquite. The Men’s 65, 70, 75 and 80-year old divisions play in the first session, which runs from Tuesday-Thursday, March 19-21. Men’s 50, 55, 60-year olds play in the second session Friday-Sunday, March 22-24. The 85-team tournament, representing eight states and as far away as Minnesota, will be played at Pioneer Park, Hunter Sports Park and Old Mill Park. Divisional winners qualify to advance to the Tournament of Champions in Florida.
"The Spring Worlds in Mesquite is really the kick-off to national senior softball play throughout the West, marking the first large Regional Championships of the year for senior softball players," said Terry Hennessy, CEO of Senior Softball-USA. "The Spring Worlds attracts some of the best players and senior teams in the country ranging in age from 50 to 75 -- providing excellent competition and fascinating games to watch!"
For more information about the SSUSA Spring Worlds on the web:
http://seniorsoftball.com/?event=745 Events coming up: Rocky Mountain School of Baseball Easter Tournament March 28-30. |
posted Mar 11, 2013, 5:19 PM by Cindy Biskup
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updated Mar 11, 2013, 5:21 PM
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Mayor Mark Wier will be presenting his State of the City Address on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 during the regular Mesquite City Council Meeting at 5:00 p.m. Mayor Wier will be City accomplishments as well as goals for the next year. The community is invited to attend. |
posted Mar 11, 2013, 5:08 PM by Cindy Biskup
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updated Mar 11, 2013, 5:16 PM
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This Week in MesquiteNV Athletics
March 11-17, 2013Baseball March Madness
MESQUITE, NV (March 11, 2013)—This weekend, March
Madness of another kind--this one a baseball tournament--comes to town with the
Rocky Mountain School of Baseball (RMSB) hosting their second of four big
weekends this year in Mesquite.
There are 255 teams, with more than 3,000 players,
participating in the 14th annual RMSB March Madness Tournament.
Games in the 10u, 11u, 13u and 14u divisions will be played at Pioneer Park,
Hunter Sports Park, Old Mill and Virgin Valley High School. Other games and
divisions will play on ballfields throughout Southern Utah and as far south as
Overton. Teams are from Idaho, Colorado, Nevada and the
majority of from Utah.
"The
March Madness Tournament is the perfect way to start off RMSB's 20th Year of
Baseball," said Rhett Udy, RMSB tournament director. "We
have enjoyed our 20-year relationship with the City of Mesquite and, I
believe our teams have enjoyed it too! We look forward to many more years
of baseball in Mesquite."
The Rocky
Mountain School of Baseball March Madness Tournament schedules can be found at
the below link. http://www.rmsb.com/Tournaments/march_madness_trny.html?PHPSESSID=dddb7da214207892223ccf1ebc898cdc
“We are pleased to be a key part of the regional
events that the Rocky Mountain School of Baseball produces throughout the
year,” said Bryan Dangerfield, Mesquite Director of Athletics & Leisure
Services. “The young talent these
tournaments bring to Mesquite is good for spurring interest and for growing our
local baseball abilities.”
RMSB returns to Mesquite for an Easter Tournament on
March 28-30 and next October 25-27 for the Fall Extravaganza.
At the Mesquite Sports & Event
Complex on Saturday, F.C. Mesquite will host its second week of league youth
games of the season.
Youth
flag football and coed and men’s softball City Leagues are in season. Youth
flag football is played at the Recreation Center West Field and coed and men’s
softball games are at Hunter Sports Park.
Signups
for the inaugural season of the Virgin Valley Little League baseball are being
taken at the Rec Center. April 15 is the season opener.
The
Mesquite Recreation Center, The Duece, Mesquite Campus and Mesquite Senior
Center are venues where the City provides numerous affordable programs for
health, fitness, fun and social activity.
To
register for youth or adult programs, reserve park pavilions or for league
signups, contact the Department
of Athletics & Leisure Services at the Mesquite Recreation Center, 100 W.
Old Mill Road; call (702) 346-8732 or at www.MesquiteNV.gov. The new City website has online
registration and interactive maps to athletic venues and parks.
Next Week: SSUSA Spring World Softball Championships,
March 19-24 |
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