Mesquite Notebook
From staff reports
(Created: Thursday, May 31, 2007 3:00 PM CDT)
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Movies in the Park and Pool slated this summer
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to see “Over the Hedge” at Westlake Park on June 12. Activities begin at 7 p.m. and the movie will begin at dusk. “Charlotte’s Web” will be shown at Paschall Park on July 10 with the movie beginning at dusk.
The movies are free and concessions will be available.
Swim Cinema will also take place this summer at City Lake Aquatic Center. “Shark Tale” will be playing on June 13 starting at dusk. “Jaws” will be showing on July 11 starting at dusk.
The movies are free, and there is an admission into City Lake Aquatic Center.
For information call 972-216-6260.
Commencement information on MISD Web page
A variety of information pertaining to last week’s Mesquite ISD commencement ceremonies is available at the district’s Web page at visit www.mesquiteisd.org.
Links to photos, videos and rebroadcast information from all six MISD Class of 2007 commencement ceremonies is available.
The offerings include slideshows of the ceremonies, streaming video of the ceremonies, rebroadcast schedule, ordering of a VHS or DVD copy of ceremonies and links to the LifeTouch website for purchase of photos.
See Page 10-11A in today’s edition for photos from all ceremonies.
Youth job fair in Balch Springs
The Balch Springs Chamber of Commerce Youth Job Fair will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. June 9 for youth ages 16 to 21.
Arts Council slates Arts Camp
The Mesquite Arts Council has announced plans for the annual John and Alta Nichols Art Camp running June 11 to 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. The annual summer art camp offers a week of art experience taught by an experienced artist and teacher. The activities are structured for children ages 7 to 9 to develop their skills with drawing, painting, sculptural forms as well as mixed media. Campers use a variety of approaches, materials and art techniques to make their discoveries and express their ideas. Cost is $20 and includes all supplies. Space is limited. Registration begins at 8 a.m. May 14. Call 972-216-6444 for more information.
“Cowgirl Christmas” Holiday Market seeks vendors
The Mesquite Service League’s “Cowgirl Christmas” holiday market, set for Oct. 26 and 27, is currently accepting applications from vendors. Interested merchants who sell crafts, artwork, gifts, specialty apparel, jewelry, decorative accessories, gourmet edibles and children’s items are invited to visit the League’s Web site at www.mesquiteserviceleague.com for a downloadable vendor application.
“Cowgirl Christmas” is a fundraising event for the Mesquite Service League which celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2007. Shoppers will enjoy a festive market atmosphere featuring juried vendors, seasonal entertainment and true Texas hospitality. The event is expected to draw thousands of visitors from throughout the Metroplex and East Texas. The holiday market will benefit the league’s scholarship fund and program of charitable giving.
Vendors seeking additional information regarding “Cowgirl Christmas” can call Judy Trammell at 972-270-7474 or Sandi Lamb at 972-329-4700.
Calling all kids!
See yourself in sports action in the pages of The Mesquite News.
Ask your parents or coaches to submit photos of youth sports teams and individuals for publication. All sports, including cheerleading and gymnastics, will be considered for publication.
Photos should be .jpg format. Additional information would be beneficial. E-mail to bporter@acnpapers.com
Capture a moment in time
Browse photo galleries from community and sports events in Mesquite and neighboring communities and purchase your favorite photos. Visit www.scntx.com and scroll to the bottom of the page to the “Capture a moment in time” advertisement.
Got news?
Send Mesquite news tips and information to managing editor Brian Porter at bporter@acnpapers.com. Be sure to include the time, date, place of event, details and a contact name and phone number.
Pictures are also accepted. Submit photos in .jpg format to Brian Porter at bporter@acnpapers.com and identify all persons pictured in sequence from left to right. Photos may also be delivered to 303 North Galloway Avenue.
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