- 1. Why should we count our backyard birds?
- (Around Town)
- ... birdwatching. The Great Backyard Bird Count happens every February and helps create a snapshot of where birds are living throughout the United States – including yards and neighborhoods. Visitors joined ...
- Created on 23 February 2021
- 2. Bird watching in your own backyard
- (Around Town)
- January 5 celebrated National Bird Day. The International Museum of Arts and Sciences had presented a lesson on creating your own backyard bird log on their website. Just because the day has past, does ...
- Created on 12 January 2021
- 3. Texas Wildlife & Nature Photographer of the Year Contest opens statewide
- (Around Town)
- ... with professional equipment to backyard birdwatchers and young nature lovers capturing moments on a phone camera. With more than $3,000 in cash prizes and recognition on a statewide stage, the competition ...
- Created on 07 April 2026
- 4. Events Calendar
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- ... Great Backyard Bird Count park event from 8 a.m. to noon. Call (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr., in Mission. February 13-15 – The traditional Mexican folk ...
- Created on 10 February 2026
- 5. Events Calendar
- (Events Calendar)
- ... at 9 a.m. Reservations are required. Call (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr., in Mission. February 13-14 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host the Great Backyard ...
- Created on 03 February 2026
- 6. Blasing invites you out to her last WinterFest honoring veterans
- (Entertainment)
- ... and very special guests The Ladybugs. Karla’s catering will have food to purchase. Lobby and exhibit hall cantinas/cash bars are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. thanks to Louie’s Backyard. Also, at the event ...
- Created on 03 February 2026
- 7. Homegrown BBQ favorite heads to MOSTH
- (Around Town)
- ... stories from the pit, and a Q&A built for everyone from backyard beginners to serious smoke-obsessed fans. Admission is free from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event lasts until 1 p.m. Books and seasonings ...
- Created on 03 February 2026
- 8. Bentsen State Park announces February events
- (Around Town)
- ... will be the Great Backyard Bird Count. It will be held on two days, Friday, February 13, and Saturday, February 14, from 8 a.m. to noon. All of their remaining activities require reservations. On Saturday, ...
- Created on 26 January 2026
- 9. Events Calendar
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- ... contact Philip Farias at (956) 904-4513. January 23-24 – Tim Hadler will be bringing his George Strait Show Strait to Branson to South Padre Island with a full band. He will be at Louie’s Backyard. Doors ...
- Created on 19 January 2026
- 10. Tim Hadler brings 'Strait to Branson' to the Island ...
- (Entertainment)
- Tim Hadler will be bringing his George Strait show – Strait to Branson – from Branson to South Padre Island with the full band. He will be at Louie’s Backyard on Saturday, January 17, Friday, January 23, ...
- Created on 13 January 2026
- 11. WinterFest and Expo honors Veterans
- (Entertainment)
- ... catering will have food to purchase. A cash bar will be available thanks to Louie’s Backyard. Also, at the event there will be the All-Valley Karaoke Contest Finals, a mini museum/memorabilia room, concessions, ...
- Created on 06 February 2025
- 12. IMAS Announces Dinosaurs Among Us
- (Around Town)
- The next time you dodge a pigeon on the sidewalk, watch a sparrow eat from a feeder in a backyard, or order chicken for dinner, know that you just had an encounter with a modern dinosaur. Dinosaurs never ...
- Created on 13 November 2024
- 13. Fundraiser for RMHC planned
- (Around Town)
- Ship Shape is hosting their annual Fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House Charities on Tuesday, February 20, at Louie’s Backyard in South Padre Island. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased in advance ...
- Created on 14 February 2024
- 14. Unplug and renew for 2024
- (Around Town)
- ... converting it to small garden beds that attract birds and butterflies. Watch for Backyard Habitat Workshops at Quinta Mazatlan where you can learn more about creating your own little habitats in your yard. ...
- Created on 08 February 2024
- 15. Five day Pickleball event planned
- (Around Town)
- ... USA pickleball website, pickleball originated in 1965 in Washington. Originally a children’s backyard game, it has grown to include all ages and there is talk of it becoming an Olympic sport. So why ...
- Created on 02 January 2024
- 16. Farmers Market debuts in Mission This weekend
- (Around Town)
- ... garden, crops thrive not only in designated farming spaces, but also in the backyards of community members. This initiative is genuinely open to the community. For additional details or volunteer opportunities, ...
- Created on 02 January 2024
- 17. April programs at Bentsen-RGV State Park
- (Around Town)
- ... be held at 10:15 a.m. Create a Critter at 11:15 a.m. and Backyard Bass at 12:15 p.m. An Owl Prowl will be held on Friday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m. This program requires reservations. On Sunday, April ...
- Created on 27 March 2023
- 18. Mother inspired to get son back after benefit concert
- (Entertainment)
- By Carina A. Brunson During a benefit show last year at South Padre Island, Tim Hadler made an impression on a mother in the audience. It was that impression that led Judy to reconnect with her son, ...
- Created on 14 February 2023
- 19. January 11, 2022 - On the Road with Jo
- (Column: On The Road)
- ... still on your bucket list. Is it a local trip? Too many travelers miss the opportunities afforded to them in their own backyard. It may be one of the museums on South Padre Island or the zoo in Brownsville ...
- Created on 11 January 2023
- 20. “Life in One Cubic Foot” open at IMAS
- (Around Town)
- ... biodiversity in their backyard by creating and monitoring their own biocube. “Life in One Cubic Foot” explores life from exotic environments, like the coral reefs of French Polynesia and the alien mid-water ...
- Created on 20 December 2022
