By WESLIE STRATTON
Moapa Valley Progress
The second annual Desert Lifestyle Home & Garden Expo will take place on October 26-27 in the Casablanca Event Tent in Mesquite. Community members are invited to attend the free event and listen to various presentations.
“Last year they did it for one day for about five hours,” said Aloree Smith, Mesquite Chamber of Commerce Events Coordinator. “This year we’re doing it for two days.”
During the event, food will be provided by the Elks Lodge and business vendor booths will be set up for participants to browse through.
“We cover things from people looking to remodel their homes or looking to buy a home,” said Smith. “Or maybe just looking to make a change to their homes.”
Participating business include Stitch and Scrap, Ace Hardware, Sears Hometown Store, Ozaki Honey, and many more.
“We have someone who does portrait photography,” Smith said. “TDS and Reliance Connects will be there for subscriptions.”
“It’s well-rounded,” she continued. “There will be even be some stuff for pet care.”
Clear Captions will also be participating in the event. “They actually have phones for if you are hard of hearing,” Smith explained. “When you are talking to someone, the words translate onto a screen right in front of you.”.
Presentations will take place throughout the event including Doctor Q with Star Nursery who will speak on Saturday.
“The event and presentations are free,” Smith said. “Everyone is welcome to come. Families, kids, everyone.”
Canned food donations are suggested, and all donations will benefit the local food bank.
Businesses or individuals who wish to participate in the event are encouraged to contact Smith at (702) 346-2902, or by email at aloree@mesquitenvchamber.com.
Hours for the event are Friday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
