Hello Mesquite! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Courtyard makeover, World Cup watch parties, and summer art workshops + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Summer with a creative spark: At Pegasus Landing in Forney, summer ramped up as an Eagle Scout troop refreshed the courtyard and residents enjoyed birdhouse painting and floral arranging, strengthening community ties near Mesquite -- see the courtyard makeover.
Winning streak continues: Forrest Fisher and Daniel Braman IV won Weatherford with a 4.7-second run worth $3,595 each, then added Mesquite, moving to No. 6 in Texas Circuit header standings at $20,929.73 -- see the rodeo repeat.
Back-to-back rodeo success: Team ropers Forrest Fisher and Daniel Braman IV won Weatherford and Mesquite within 24 hours, pocketing $4,651 each and jumping to No. 6 in the Texas Circuit header standings -- see the double-win recap.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Patio glow-up, anyone? If your yard needs a personality upgrade, Amigos Pottery LLC has towering clay pots, colorful Talavera, and fire-friendly chimeneas that make Mesquite patios feel like tiny vacations, no plane ticket required. Check it out this week and let your inner plant parent or backyard host go a little wild.
Skate, play, unwind: Need a quick reset close to home? Westlake Park has room to stroll and watch the action, with the Westlake Sports Center right there if you’re feeling sporty... think pickleball, tennis, archery, and the city’s skatepark with a legit bowl and beginner area.
Escape the routine: Xcape Adventures packs imaginative escape rooms with clever puzzles, movie-set vibes, and just enough pressure to make your group chat lively all week. Grab your favorite problem-solvers, pick a theme from pirates to secret agents to superheroes, then prove Mesquite minds are up for it.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎨 Summer ART Werx @ Mesquite Arts Center | Wednesday (6/24) at 10:00 AM – Summer Art Werx is taking over Mesquite Arts Center with hands-on family workshops led by actual local artists, and yes, the AC works. Expect rainbow paper, shell painting, patriotic crafts, and silly games, while you bank culture, creativity, and a break from melting outdoors.
🏞 Slice of History: Meet-Up @ Florence Ranch Homestead | Thursday (6/25) at 5:00 PM – Clock out and wander Florence Ranch Homestead for after-hours house tours through Mesquite history, yard games, crafts, pizza, and peak cottagecore without the homesteading. Free, neighborly, and your new favorite third space, perfect for friends, curiosity, and well-practiced porch-sitting instincts.
⚽ World Cup Watch Parties @ Spellman Amphitheater (Forney) | Thursday (6/25) at 8:30 PM – Think your living room has stadium vibes? Trade the couch for Spellman Amphitheater, where late-night World Cup matches hit a big screen with food trucks, games, and neighbor commentary. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, it is free, and USA vs Turkey is in play.
🎉 Mesquite Juneteenth Freedom Festival @ Paschall Park | Saturday (6/27) at 4:00 PM – Juneteenth in Mesquite means community done right, with music, local flavors, and stories that remind us freedom is a verb. Expect families, neighbors, and that one uncle who knows everyone, plus good vibes, big smiles, and shade where it counts.
🎆 Fireworks and Futbol @ Balch Springs Recreation Center | Saturday (6/27) at 5:00 PM – Balch Springs is doing the Fourth with a twist, mixing a lively soccer tournament, summer eats, music, and kid-approved games, then lighting up the night with fireworks. It’s peak small-town summer, equal parts goal cheers, cookout aromas, and that sweet post-show traffic crawl.
🤠 Mesquite Rodeo: Week 4 @ Gomez Western Wear Arena | Saturday (6/27) at 7:30 PM – Think you can get through Mesquite without a $1 hot dog? Week 4 of the Championship Rodeo brings bucking broncs, kid-friendly dust, and a post-rodeo set from Clay Hollis, which pairs nicely with nostalgia, ballpark mustard, and the smug satisfaction of beating inflation.
🚗 Bubbas 33 Monthly Car Show @ Bubba's 33 | Sunday (6/28) at 12:00 PM – Last Sunday plans sorted. That Bubba’s 33 car show welcomes every ride, every year, cars and bikes, and it is judged now. If it has wheels, someone will judge it, with trophies galore and a Best Female Ride, on-site registration only, scammers buzz off.
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07 — The Mesquite report Weather forecastToday — High: 97°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 4%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 97. Heat index values as high as 103. South southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Heat index values as high as 101. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 97°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny. High near 97, with temperatures falling to around 95 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 77. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. This house is wildThis two-story Primrose V packs in 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, starting with a rotunda entry that sets a polished tone. Formal dining and a spacious family room flow into an open kitchen with custom cabinets and an island. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and garden tub, while upstairs adds a game room, media room, and extra bedroom.
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