Every year at Christmas, the Eureka Casino in Mesquite NV throws a party for their employees and their guests. Employees can bring their whole family and it is a great time - great for the kids who get to see Santa and get a nice gift, as well as enjoy the good food and drink - all provided by the Eureka Casino. Great for mom and dad, too - they get to enjoy themselves and not cook or clean up the mess.

My daughter invited me as her guest and personal photographer and I had a great time, too. I exceeded my personal best for number of trips to the buffet table, too. Pretty proud of that. :)

Eureka Casino is one of Mesquite's major employers - and many employees have worked there for a long time. It is a fun place to work and they provide very good benefits for their workers - health insurance, vacation pay.

And one more little fringe benefit - the Eureka Christmas Party for the families. Really nice to treat your employees like a VIP - and the owner, Greg Lee, was there to welcome everyone to the party.

One of the stars in this video is my newest grandson, Ryder. He had a blast! He may get me on residuals, though, I should probably check his contract before I make these videos.

Ence Homes Mesquite NV

New Ence homes in the Trailside subdivision in Mesquite NV - finished early and the buyers have already moved in, with a lot of help from their new neighbors. Quite a few people showed up to help unload the truck and the whole thing only took about 1/2 hour. Is that a record for a quick move in?

Randy, Mary and their son, Matt came from South Dakota looking for an existing home, but we couldn't find just the right house with a swimming pool. Most folks assume that we have lots of pools here, but that just isn't so. Then we looked for homes with a pool-sized lot - we do have some of those here. But we still could not find a house that they really liked.

They did like the Trailside subdivision - near Hughes middle school and several of our pet friendly parks in Mesquite. So I called John Johnson from Ence Homes and he met us at the model home. No - that home was not quite what they wanted. John suggested a floor plan that was used in one of the Ence subdivisions in the St George, Utah area.

After a quick trip to see the existing model, Randy. Mary and Matt were ready to pick their upgrades and design choices. Ence Homes in Mesquite NV has a terrific design center in St George with all of the choices laid out. You can actually see what you are getting when you plan a home. You end up with a custom home.

A week later, we were at the design center - fun, but a long day! Then the folks were off to South Dakota, leaving me here to build their home for them. :)

Well, actually, I did not do any of the actual building - but checked on the house as it was being built and got updates at least once a week from John, who took pictures of the different stages of construction for the buyers. The home was finished almost a month early and we had to hustle to get the VA loan approved and all the paperwork in. But we did it.

And it is a beauty. Next step is the heated swimming pool.

Ence New Homes in Mesquite NV - Trailside subdivision - Low Hoa fees include front yard maintenance

Mesquite NV Halloween Trunk or Treat - Monday Night Oct 31

Pretty scary!

Mesquite Police Department will be blocking off Yucca Street next to City Hall on Monday from 5:30 to 7:00 pm for the fourth annual Mesquite Trunk or Treat party.

Local businesses and residents have volunteered donations, as well as their time to pass out Halloween candy to all the "little monsters" who attend.

With so many gated communities and second homes in Mesquite, not all neighborhoods here are ghost and goblin friendly. Many of our snowbirds haven't arrived for the winter yet.

Mesquite's Trunk or Treat is a great way for kids to celebrate my favorite holiday in a fun and safe place.

Although I live in a 55 plus active adult community, I still stock up on Halloween candy - just in case I get a bunch of kids trick or treating at my door. If not, I will be forced to eat the leftovers. Again. Can't wait!

Mesquite NV Halloween Trunk or Treat - Monday Night Oct 31

Chocolate Affair to Remember at the 1880 Grille in the Conestoga Golfcourse Clubhouse in Sun City Mesquite Nevada

If you love animals and if you love chocolate ...

Chocolat Affair to Remember - Charity Fashion Show

Presented by The Boutique at Stephen's Hair and Klasik Kloset

Sun City Mesquite by Del Webb boasts the perfect combination of world-class amenities and attractively priced homes all in a wonderful desert location 80 miles northeast of Las Vegas. Since opening in 2007, this gorgeous community is quickly becoming one of the most popular retirement destinations in Nevada. Mesquite averages 300 days of sunshine a year, low humidity and no state income tax. The scenic location is ideal for outdoor recreation such as hiking, mountain biking and golf.

Del Webb designed Sun City Mesquite to fit in perfectly with the surrounding scenic landscape. Planned for 3,725 homes upon completion, the community features breathtaking mountain vistas and perfectly designed amenities to enhance the desert surroundings.

Amenities at this popular Nevada active adult community are featured at the gorgeous Pioneer Center. This 30,000 square foot masterpiece offers the latest amenities in active adult living. It features a state-of-the-art fitness center with high-end equipment and exercise room plus a convenient indoor walking track. There is also an indoor swimming pool, multi-purpose hobby and craft studios, a billiards hall, lounge and a grand ballroom.

Outdoors the Sports Pavilion features a beautiful outdoor swimming pool plus a wide variety of sports courts. Residents can enjoy bocce ball, tennis, pickleball or basketball. There are also miles of trails for walking or biking plus a wonderful 18-hole golf course. The Conestoga Golf Club is a 7,204-yard, par-72 course designed by Gary Panks. Golfers of all levels enjoy this course for its stunning desert vistas and rolling elevations. Sun City Mesquite residents enjoy discounted rates and preferred tee times.

Del Webb is well known for creating exciting active adult communities offering a vibrant social lifestyle. Sun City Mesquite offers all this and more. Every day residents enjoy activities, classes or events. There are several dozen special interest clubs meeting on a regular basis and there is always something exciting to look forward to.

Homes in this highly sought-after Del Webb community are available as either new construction or resale. Del Webb offers 14 single family ranch floor plans to choose from sized from 1,200 to 3,100 square feet. Homes include 2 or 3 bedrooms, 2 to 3.5 baths and 2-car garages. Larger homes offer optional casitas. Residents appreciate the nicely appointed homes designed with gourmet kitchens, spacious great rooms and wonderful outdoor living spaces. Prices range from the high $100’s to the high $400’s.

With its unique desert location, gorgeous surroundings and fantastic amenities, it’s easy to see why Del Webb Mesquite is quickly becoming the “it” community among desert retirees.

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