THURSDAY, AUG. 14

Open Mic and Open Read: 10 a.m. Mesquite Library, 160 W. 1st. N. St. Join for original poetry, stories, music and more. Sign ups at the door. Info: 702-346-5224.

Mystery Book Club: 11 a.m. – noon,  Mesquite Library, 160 W. 1st. N. St. Pick up this month’s selection from the customer service desk and read it prior to the meeting. Then join in the discussion. Call 702-346-5224.

Bonkers Comedy Series: 7-8:30 p.m., CasaBlanca Showroom, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd. Show features Richard Weiss from Amazon Prime, Tubi and Comedy Time TV with Donna Maine. Must be 21 or older Free admission.

A Gathering of Artists: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Mesquite Fine Arts Gallery, 15 W. Mesquite Blvd. A group of artists who enjoy spending time with each other. All art forms and meeting of like-minded people . Tamara S. Reese, 808-489-1171 or cptweese@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. No class the first two weeks of August. 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. No class the first two weeks of August. 702-346-5224

 

FRIDAY, AUG. 15

Desert Doodlers: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Mesquite Fine Arts Center, 15. W. Mesquite Blvd., Share your flare for doodling. Walk-ins only, bring your own supplies. Contact Joyce Redweik at 951-805-3759 or joyceredweik@gmail.com.

Fused Glass Drop-in Group: 1-4 p.m., Mesquite Fine Arts, Classroom 2, Bldg. E, 156 W. Mesquite Blvd. Open to class students and experienced fused glass crafters. Group size limited to 10 participants. Walk-ins only. $10 fee. Call Pam Jacobson at 303-910-4542.

Palette and Pour Party: 5-7:30 p.m., Mesquite Fine Arts Center, 15 W. Mesquite Blvd. Theme is “Ant Band.” Cost is $35. Contact Christine Picior at 435-229-9964 or chrisrtinepicior@gmail.com

An Evening with Rodney Carrington: 8 p.m., CasaBlanca Showroom, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd. Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer who has sold out shows around the world. Must be 21 or older. Tickets start at $57.66.

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. No class the first two weeks of August. 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 t 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 Hafen 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