THURSDAY, JAN. 16
Blood Drive: 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Mesquite Library, 160 W. 1st. N. St. Schedule an appointment at www.redcrossblood.org and enter code MESQUITELIBLV.COM or call 866-236-3276.
City Council Planning Meeting: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., City Hall, Training Room.
Gentle Hands of Faith: 11 a.m. – noon, 114 N. Sandhill Blvd., Suite D. Grand opening and 1-year anniversary. Refreshments will be served. Call the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce 702-346-2902.
CEAB meeting: 5-6 p.m., City Hall, council chambers.
Stay Smart with Art: 6 -7:30 p.m. Mesquite Fine Arts Gallery classroom, 15 W. Mesquite Blvd. A free class for ages 8-14. Art classes. Call Lucille Lindberg at 208-520-7711 or loesjego@yahoo.com.
Al-Anon Family Groups: 10:30-3:30 a.m., 150 N. Yucca St., Suite 35A. Al-Anon Family Group is back with weekly meetings.
Toastmasters: noon – 1 p.m., First Baptist Church, 830 E. Hafen Lane. Toastmasters meet each Thursday at noon. Contact Mike Young at mkyoung@ix.netcom.com for details.
Coloring for Adults: 2:30-3:30 p.m., Mesquite Library, 160 W. 1st. N. St. Join for a relaxing session of coloring intricate and meditative designs of various artists. 702-346-5224.
Teen Crafternoon: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Mesquite Library, 160 W. 1st N St. Teen programs operate under the principles of HOMAGO: Hanging Out, Messing Around, Geeking Out. Refers to spaces and learning activities that allow for flexible, hands-on experimentation, collaboration and tinkering in areas of professional interest. All supplies provided. 702-346-5224.
STEAM Activities for Kids: 4-5 p.m., Mesquite Library, 160 W. 1st. N. St. Participate each week in fun, hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math activity. 702-346-5224
Homework Help Available 3:00-5:00 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 17
Mesquite Motor Mania: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., CasaBlanca Resort, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd. The Nevada car show features more than 900 cars. Sponsored by Mesquite Gaming, CasaBlanca Resort and the Virgin River Casino. Free and open to the public.
Desert Doodler Drop In Group: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Mesquite Fine arts Gallery, 15 W. Mesquite Blvd. Share your flare. Discuss areas of problems, discover new tools. Call Joyce Redweik at 951-805-3759 or email joyceredweik@gmail.com.
Palette & Pour Party, Nose Trouble: 5-7:30 p.m., Mesquite Fine Arts Gallery classroom, 15 W. Mesquite Blvd. $35. Registration required. Call Christine Picior at 435-229-9964 or email christinepicior@gmail.com
Family Storytime: 10 a.m., Mesquite Library, 160 W. 1st. N. St. A wide variety of books, songs and participatory activities will be shared for young children and their parents. 702-346-5224.
Fused Glass Drop In Group: 1-4 p.m., Mesquite Fine Arts Gallery glass studio classroom, 15 W. Mesquite Blvd. Open to class students and experienced fused glass crafters. Group size limited to 10 participants. Walk-ins only. $10.
Bereavement Group: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Mesquite Library, 160 W. 1st. St. This is a group headed by Mesa View/Virgin Valley Hospice. 702-346-5224.
Celebrate Recovery Group: Dinner 5 p.m., Group 6 p.m., 830 Haven Lane (First Baptist Church). Celebrate Recovery can help you find peace in your life. It’s a safe place with no judgement. Call Dave at 847-997-6868 or visit www.crmesquite.com
