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February 1 – The Gladys Porter Zoo will host its annual Winter Texan Discount Day. Winter Texans will receive a special discounted admission rate of only $8 with proof of out-of-state residence. For more information, contact the zoo at (956) 546-7187.
February 2-4 – Time to head to South Padre Island and watch kitefliers from all across the country as they 'tie one on' for a weekend filled with amazing kites and performances. The festival kicks off Thursday evening with the Indoor Kite Performances held at the SPI Convention Centre from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets for the Indoor Kite Exhibition are $12 per person and can be purchased or reserved in advance at B&S Kites (956-761-1248). Tickets are not available at the door. The festival continues on Friday and Saturday (February 3rd and 4th) when the festival moves outdoors to the flats just north of the Convention Centre. Three teams are scheduled to perform at this year's event that will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. on Friday and 3 p.m. on Saturday. For more information about kite fest and sponsoring hotels, contact B&S Kites at (956) 761-1248, by email at spikitefest@hotmail.com, the website www.spikitefest.com, or visit SPI Kite Fest 2023 event page on Facebook.
February 2 – Mission Historical Museum will hold their 17th Annual Mission Quilt Show. An awards ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. Admission is free, Light refreshments will be served. The quilts will be on exhibit through February 17th. The museum is located at 200 E. Tom Landry in Mission.
February 3-5 – The McAllen International Carfest will be held at the McAllen Convention Center There is a twelve dollar admission for seniors. Tickets can be purchased at the McAllen Convention Center Box Office or ticketmaster.com. Call (956) 681-3800 for more information.
February 3-5 – The beloved Ballet Folklorico production of Alegria is back and better than ever, showcasing the rich heritage of Mexico and spectacular student performances. Concerts take place on Friday, February 3 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, February 4 at 7:30 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex in Edinburg. Tickets will be available at the box office starting one hour before the event. Call (956) 665-3881 for ticket information.
February 3 – The Texas Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanups will be held at two locations on South Padre Island. For more information on where to register, visit TexasAdoptABeach.org.
February 4 – Live your healthiest life in 2023. Come join the Healthy Cooking, Healthy Heart Program at the McAllen Public Library located at 4100 N. 23rd St. from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The program offers a set of three free interactive classes held by Texas A&M Agrilife Extension. Classes target following the DASH Health Diet, grocery store shopping for healthy foods, and cooking with spices and herbs. Register by calling (956) 681-3000. The other classes will be held on February 11 and 18.
February 4-25 – The Hidalgo Watercolor Society will have their Annual Watercolor Exhibit with an opening reception on Saturday, February 4th from 7 to 9 p.m. This exhibit is free and open to the public. The exhibit will be displayed at the Upper Valley Art League (UVAL) at 921 E. 12th St., in Mission, and will run through February 25th. The exhibit features art made by Winter Texans and local artists. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
February 5 – MOSTH welcomes Russell K. Skowronek, Ph.D., and Roseann Bacha-Garza to present during the Sunday Speaker Series titled “Discovering the Rio Grande Valley: A UTRGV CHAPS Program Study of Farming Failies of Edinburg” at 2 p.m. The museum is located at 200 North Closner.
February 7 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will perform “Superheroes” at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on the ticketmaster website or at the center. A season pass to all four of their concerts is $40. Ticket prices usually range from $7 to $17.
February 8-10 – The Mission Historical Museum (MHM) will present a special screening of the 1979 western film She Came to the Valley. The film is based on the novel written by local author, Cleo Dawson. Her family was one of the first pioneer families who helped transform the frontier town of Mission into an incorporated city. It is said to be based on her mother’s experiences. The film was shot in South Texas’ Rio Grande Valley and Oklahoma. Showings will be held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. each day. A copy of the novel will be given with the purchase of a ticket. Tickets are $5. Tickets must be purchased in advance. MHM is located at 900 Doherty Ave. Call (956) 580-8646 for more information.
February 10-11 – The 41st Annual Rio Grande Valley Quilt Show, presented by the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild, will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Centre from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. There will be over 350 quilts on display, vendors, a bargain boutique, silent auction, demos and door prizes.
February 12 – The McAllen Public Library will hold their Sunday Book Club meeting to discuss The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom – Indentured servant Lavinia learns that violating the order of plantation society has dangerous consequences. Registration is required at mcallenlibrary.libnet.info/events. It will take place at 2 p.m.
February 13 – Dr. Jamie M. Staling is an associate professor in the history department at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. His teaching and research interests center on Texas and its borderlands, from the Spanish colonial period through the Civil War. He will present Slavery in the Spanish Colonial Borderlands of North America at the McAllen Public Library at 6 p.m.
February 17 – The Valley Symphony Orchestra presents Out of this World – from larger-than-life heroes to the music of the cosmos, prepare for expanded horizons at the musical event for the whole family. The event will take place at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.
February 19 – Join the McAllen Public Library at 2 p.m. as they celebrate Black History Month with a showing and discussion of the film The Woman King (2022). Inspired by true historical events in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa. The discussion facilitator will be Dr. Deb Stark. The film is rated PG-13.
February 24-26 – SPI Market Days will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The market will feature fine art, handcrafted jewelry, clothing, arts and crafts, gourmet food mixes, product demos, pet items, live music and more. There will also be door prizes. Parking is free. Visit www.spimarketdays.com for more information.
March 24 – RGV favorite Mariachi Aztlan joins the Valley Symphony Orchestra for an evening of Latin-inspired works including selections from the opera Carmen for the Carmen Y Mas performance at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Centers. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.
April 2 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will perform “Memories” at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on the ticketmaster website or at the center. A season pass to all four of their concerts is $40. Ticket prices usually range from $7 to $17.
April 21 – Star-crossed lovers and an all-star piano soloist converge on this season finale program West Side Story by the Valley Symphony Orchestra. It will be held at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.
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Treasure Lake Resort
Treasure Lake Resort, Branson, Missouri, will have a reunion on Wednesday, February 1, at 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, in McAllen, 4100 N. 2nd St. (Col. Rowe Blvd.). For more information, contact Deb Fulke at (816) 590-2350.
Ringgold County and Surrounding Areas
The Ringgold County and surrounding area, including Diagonal, Iowa reunion will be held Friday, February 3, at 11 a.m. at Martha’s Restaurant on Val Verde Rd. in Donna. Questions may be directed to Alan Oshel at (417) 770-5411. RSVP would be appreciated. If you wish to see this event continue, please attend.
Martin County Minnesota Reunion
All present and former residents of Martin County are invited to a gathering at the China Café, 4713 N. 10th St., in McAllen, on Monday, February 6, beginning at 11 a.m. For more information or questions, contact (507) 236-3470.
Hardin Co. IA Annual Reunion
The Hardin Co. IA Annual Reunion will be held at the Golden Corral, 300 W. Expwy. 83, in Weslaco, on February 6 at noon. For more information, call Alan at (319) 329-5665.
Annual Retired UAW Luncheon
The Annual Retired UAW Luncheon will be held on Monday, February 6 at Lin’s Grand Buffet, 1402 W. Expressway 83, in Weslaco, at 11:30 a.m. For information, call Gail at (612) 220-0701.
Pennsylvania 11th Annual Reunion
The Pennsylvania Winter Texans Luncheon will be held Tuesday, February 7th, at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. 2nd St. (Col. Rowe Blvd.), McAllen at 11 a.m. RSVP to Allyn at (570) 335-7209.
Alcoa Retirees Meeting
The Alcoa Retirees Meeting will be held at 12 p.m. at Mr. Gatti’s on 2nd St., on Wednesday, February 8. The meeting will be held on the second Wednesday of each month through April. For more information, contact Gerry Hueser at (563) 340-3132.
Winter Texan Newmar Luncheon
The Winter Texan Newmar Luncheons will be held at The Golden Corral at 1301 E. Jackson Ave, in McAllen. It will be held February 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is a reservation deadline usually two days before event. Be sure to tell the host you are with the Newmar group when you arrive. The cost is $14.61. Judy Swing and Donna Ritchie will be the new hosts and we’re looking forward to seeing many familiar faces. You can register on the Newmar webpage, newmarkountryklub.com under calendar or contact Judy Swing at (815) 370-2513. Her email is boykinmomjs@gmail.com.
Xcel Energy Power, Northern States Retirees
XCel Energy Power, Northern States Retirees Annual Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, February 8 at 12:30 p.m. at Eldorado Hotel, 755 Main St., in Alamo. For more information, call Shirley Boerges at (956) 929-0110.
Retired Nurses Luncheon will be held February 9
The Annual Retired Nurses’ Luncheon will be held on Thursday, February 9. All retired RNs and LPNs in the Rio Grande Valley are invited. The event will be held at Peter Piper Pizza, 3101 E. Expressway 83, in Weslaco (exit International Blvd./FM 1015, north side of the expressway). Check-in is at 12:30 p.m. with lunch following at 1 p.m. There will be a buffet lunch that includes pizza, breadsticks, salad bar, dessert, and a beverage. A social, announcements and doors prizes will follow. No reservations are required. For more information, call or text Jan Bergman at (956) 532-1223.
SEMBA Acoustic Jam Reunion
A SEMBA Acoustic Jam reunion will be held on Wednesday, February 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be held at the clubhouse of Roadrunner RV Park, 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd., in Alamo. Everyone is welcome. There is a $1 admission fee to cover the use of the clubhouse. Lunch is $6. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and culture heritage fund. For more information, call (507) 251-1884.
3M Retirees and Friends Welcome
3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, February 15 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 or Hartley at (956) 289-8261 for information. (This will be held on the third Wednesday through March).
Widows’ Comfort Connection
The Widows’ Comfort Connection is a peer-led widows support group which meets the first Saturday of every month from 12 to 2 p.m. at Tropical Valley Acres Mobile Home Park, 1240 E. Business Highway 83, in Mission. For more information, call Nancy Martinez at (956) 249-5292.
Senior Slow Pitch Softball
The Ed Martens Senior Softball League meets on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. The games are in the mornings at 9 a.m. at West Side Park in McAllen on Ware Rd. There are two leagues – one for beginners, and one for seasoned players. Call Fred at (956) 897-6961 or Mike at (734) 834-128 for more information.
Model Rail Roading & Railroaders
Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information.
RGV Woodcarvers
The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers have begun their seasonal meetings. The woodcarvers are meeting at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr. The Carvers meet weekly on Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. through March. Everyone is welcome to come and visit and join the club. After a third visit, you will be asked to become a member with annual dues. More information can be found online at www.rgvwoodcarvers.org. Get ready to build/carve for the Woodcarvers Show in January.
Senior Ambassadors
The Senior Ambassadors is looking for singers to join their chorus. Senior Ambassadors is composed of men from the Valley and Winter Texan community. They perform choral music from sacred and semi classical, to pop and country. Practice sessions are held each Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Bentsen Grove Resort (1645 S. Bentsen Rd.) in Mission. They perform 10 to 12 times each season at various venues in the RGV. For more information, call Paul Hunter (956) 310-9515.
Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word.
If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too. We love seeing photos of Red Hatter groups and others as they gather at local restaurants to catch up and share what's new.
You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com.
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Published: Saturday, 28 January 2023 12:29
Clara City Minnesota
Clara City Minnesota Community Breakfast will be held on Friday, January 27, 9 a.m. at Martha’s Restaurant, 502 Val Verde Rd., in Donna. Anyone from that area of Minnesota is welcome. Questions, call Lorna Glesne at (320) 905-7331.
Masonic Winter Texan Reunion
The 42nd Annual MN/TX Masonic Reunion will be held on Saturday, January 28, at the Rio Grande Valley Shrine Club, 13415 E Expressway 83 in La Feria. The social hour will begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $15. Grand Master of Minnesota, M.W. Tony Krall, will be the honored guest and featured speaker and Masonic Widows will be recognized. For reservations, contact Roger Taylor at (320) 980-5240 or Doug Sherman at (320) 760-3914.
Kanabec County, MN Residents
All Kanabec County, Minnesota residents are welcome to meet at Gatti’s Pizza on January 31 at 11 a.m., 4100 N. 2nd St. in McAllen.
Treasure Lake Resort
Treasure Lake Resort, Branson, Missouri, will have a reunion on Wednesday, February 1, at 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, in McAllen, 4100 N. 2nd St. (Col. Rowe Blvd.). For more information, contact Deb Fulke at (816) 590-2350.
Ringgold County and Surrounding Areas
The Ringgold County and surrounding area, including Diagonal, Iowa reunion will be held Friday, February 3, at 11 a.m. at Martha’s Restaurant on Val Verde Rd. in Donna. Questions may be directed to Alan Oshel at (417) 770-5411. RSVP would be appreciated. If you wish to see this event continue, please attend.
Martin County Minnesota Reunion
All present and former residents of Martin County are invited to a gathering at the China Café, 4713 N. 10th St., in McAllen, on Monday, February 6, beginning at 11 a.m. For more information or questions, contact (507) 236-3470.
Hardin Co. IA Annual Reunion
The Hardin Co. IA Annual Reunion will be held at the Golden Corral, 300 W. Expwy. 83, in Weslaco, on February 6 at noon. For more information, call Alan at (319) 329-5665.
Annual Retired UAW Luncheon
The Annual Retired UAW Luncheon will be held on Monday, February 6 at Lin’s Grand Buffet, 1402 W. Expressway 83, in Weslaco, at 11:30 a.m. For information, call Gail at (612) 220-0701.
Pennsylvania 11th Annual Reunion
The Pennsylvania Winter Texans Luncheon will be held Tuesday, February 7th, at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. 2nd St. (Col. Rowe Blvd.), McAllen at 11 a.m. RSVP to Allyn at (570) 335-7209.
Alcoa Retirees Meeting
The Alcoa Retirees Meeting will be held at 12 p.m. at Mr. Gatti’s on 2nd St., on Wednesday, February 8. The meeting will be held on the second Wednesday of each month through April. For more information, contact Gerry Hueser at (563) 340-3132.
Winter Texan Newmar Luncheon
The Winter Texan Newmar Luncheons will be held at The Golden Corral at 1301 E. Jackson Ave, in McAllen. It will be held February 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is a reservation deadline usually two days before event. Be sure to tell the host you are with the Newmar group when you arrive. The cost is $14.61. Judy Swing and Donna Ritchie will be the new hosts and we’re looking forward to seeing many familiar faces. You can register on the Newmar webpage, newmarkountryklub.com under calendar or contact Judy Swing at (815) 370-2513. Her email is boykinmomjs@gmail.com.
Xcel Energy Power, Northern States Retirees
XCel Energy Power, Northern States Retirees Annual Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, February 8 at 12:30 p.m. at Eldorado Hotel, 755 Main St., in Alamo. For more information, call Shirley Boerges at (956) 929-0110.
Widows’ Comfort Connection
The Widows’ Comfort Connection is a peer-led widows support group which meets the first Saturday of every month from 12 to 2 p.m. at Tropical Valley Acres Mobile Home Park, 1240 E. Business Highway 83, in Mission. For more information, call Nancy Martinez at (956) 249-5292.
Senior Slow Pitch Softball
The Ed Martens Senior Softball League meets on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. The games are in the mornings at 9 a.m. at West Side Park in McAllen on Ware Rd. There are two leagues – one for beginners, and one for seasoned players. Call Fred at (956) 897-6961 or Mike at (734) 834-128 for more information.
Model Rail Roading & Railroaders
Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information.
RGV Woodcarvers
The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers have begun their seasonal meetings. The woodcarvers are meeting at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr. The Carvers meet weekly on Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. through March. Everyone is welcome to come and visit and join the club. After a third visit, you will be asked to become a member with annual dues. More information can be found online at www.rgvwoodcarvers.org. Get ready to build/carve for the Woodcarvers Show in January.
Senior Ambassadors
The Senior Ambassadors is looking for singers to join their chorus. Senior Ambassadors is composed of men from the Valley and Winter Texan community. They perform choral music from sacred and semi classical, to pop and country. Practice sessions are held each Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Bentsen Grove Resort (1645 S. Bentsen Rd.) in Mission. They perform 10 to 12 times each season at various venues in the RGV. For more information, call Paul Hunter (956) 310-9515.
Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word.
If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too. We love seeing photos of Red Hatter groups and others as they gather at local restaurants to catch up and share what's new.
You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com.
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National Rural Letter Carriers
The National Rural Letter Carriers will be meeting at Victoria Palms Resort Restaurant, located at 602 N. Victoria Rd., Donna, TX, on Wednesday, January 18. The meeting will start at 8:30 a.m., meal at 9 a.m., we will order off of the menu. There will be a speaker from Aetna Insurance afterwards. For more information contact Edward Soetaert at (816) 390-6379 or soetaertec@gmail.com.
3M Retirees and Friends Welcome
3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, January 18 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 or Hartley at (956) 289-8261 for information. (This will be held on the third Wednesday through March).
Annual Fayette County, IA Reunion
Fayette County, Iowa residents will meet Thursday, January 19 at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen, at 11 a.m.
Clara City Minnesota
Clara City Minnesota Community Breakfast will be held on Friday, January 27, 9 a.m. at Martha’s Restaurant, 502 Val Verde Rd., in Donna. Anyone from that area of Minnesota is welcome. Questions, call Lorna Glesne at (320) 905-7331.
Masonic Winter Texan Reunion
The 42nd Annual MN/TX Masonic Reunion will be held on Saturday, January 28, at the Rio Grande Valley Shrine Club, 13415 E Expressway 83 in La Feria. The social hour will begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $15. Grand Master of Minnesota, M.W. Tony Krall, will be the honored guest and featured speaker and Masonic Widows will be recognized. For reservations, contact Roger Taylor at (320) 980-5240 or Doug Sherman at (320) 760-3914.
Kanabec County, MN Residents
All Kanabec County, Minnesota residents are welcome to meet at Gatti’s Pizza on January 31 at 11 a.m., 4100 N. 2nd St. in McAllen.
Ringgold County and Surrounding Areas
The Ringgold County and surrounding area, including Diagonal, Iowa reunion will be held Friday, February 3, at 11 a.m. at Martha’s Restaurant on Val Verde Rd. in Donna. Questions may be directed to Alan Oshel at (417) 770-5411. RSVP would be appreciated. If you wish to see this event continue, please attend.
Senior Slow Pitch Softball
The Ed Martens Senior Softball League meets on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. The games are in the mornings at 9 a.m. at West Side Park in McAllen on Ware Rd. There are two leagues – one for beginners, and one for seasoned players. Call Fred at (956) 897-6961 or Mike at (734) 834-128 for more information.
Model Rail Roading & Railroaders
Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information.
RGV Woodcarvers
The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers have begun their seasonal meetings. The woodcarvers are meeting at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr. The Carvers meet weekly on Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. through March. Everyone is welcome to come and visit and join the club. After a third visit, you will be asked to become a member with annual dues. More information can be found online at www.rgvwoodcarvers.org. Get ready to build/carve for the Woodcarvers Show in January.
Senior Ambassadors
The Senior Ambassadors is looking for singers to join their chorus. Senior Ambassadors is composed of men from the Valley and Winter Texan community. They perform choral music from sacred and semi classical, to pop and country. Practice sessions are held each Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Bentsen Grove Resort (1645 S. Bentsen Rd.) in Mission. They perform 10 to 12 times each season at various venues in the RGV. For more information, call Paul Hunter (956) 310-9515.
Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word.
If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too. We love seeing photos of Red Hatter groups and others as they gather at local restaurants to catch up and share what's new.
You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com.
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January 7-28 – Upper Valley Art League will have their all-member exhibit For the Love of Art on display through the month of January. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. UVAL is located at 921 East 12th St., in Mission.
January 14-30 – IMAS will have the exhibition The Whole World is a Garden by Monica Chang. The exhibit features sceneries along with a wide range of flowers and other elements of nature. The museum is located at the intersection of Bicentennial Way and Nolana Ave., 1900 W. Nolana, in McAllen. The hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Call (956) 681-2800 for more information.
January 17-18 – The Pharr Community Theater will have open auditions for their upcoming play, Patricio el Penitente. The cast consists of six roles ranging in ages 18-70. Auditions will be held between 7 and 9:30 p.m. on a first come first serve basis. No appointment needed. The theater is located at 213 W. Newcombe Ave. For more details, call or text (956) 655-9308 or (956) 451-3987. You may also visit the website at www.pharrcommunitytheater.com.
January 18 – The Center for Urban Ecology is bringing back it’s Foraging Forest program to guide participants into the world of edible native plants. Come to Quinta Mazatlan to see what’s good in the woods for your introduction to foraging at 5 p.m. The program is $5 per person, with advance registration preferred via quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
January 19 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have an Owl Prowl at 7 p.m. This program requires reservations. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
January 20 – McAllen Heritage Center presents Dynamic Art Exhibit where the public is invited to a meet and greet the artists reception from 6 to 8 p.m. Current exhibits are Pollinators and Geometry in motion. The center is located at 301 S. Main St. Call (956) 687-1904 for more information or visit www.mcallenheritagecenter.com.
January 20 – Frontera Audubon will host a raptor identification workshop. Learn the basics behind raptor identification. The course is open to all levels but is limited to 20 participants. To download the registration form, visit fronteraaudubon.org and click on Latest News. Scroll down to information about the workshop to find link. For more information and questions, contact Chris Warren at (956) 968-3275 or email fronteraaudubon@yahoo.com.
January 20 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have an Easy Nature Walk at 9:30 a.m. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
January 20 – Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the park’s gardens at Estero Llano Grande State Park at 1:30 p.m. Walk will be at a modest pace over flat terrain, pick the length you want to cover, one mile or two and half miles. Call for more information at (956) 565-3919. Walks happen every Friday. The park is located at 154A Lakeview Drive in Weslaco.
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January 7-28 – Upper Valley Art League will have their all-member exhibit For the Love of Art on display through the month of January. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. UVAL is located at 921 East 12th St., in Mission.
January 13 – Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the park’s gardens at Estero Llano Grande State Park at 1:30 p.m. Walk will be at a modest pace over flat terrain, pick the length you want to cover, one mile or two and half miles. Call for more information at (956) 565-3919. Walks happen every Friday. The park is located at 154A Lakeview Drive in Weslaco.
January 14-30 – IMAS will have the exhibition The Whole World is a Garden by Monica Chang. The exhibit features sceneries along with a wide range of flowers and other elements of nature. The museum is located at the intersection of Bicentennial Way and Nolana Ave., 1900 W. Nolana, in McAllen. The hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Call (956) 681-2800 for more information.
January 14 – Yoga for beginners will be held at the McAllen Public Library from 2 to 3 p.m. All you need to bring is your own mat or towel. The library is located at 4100 N. 23rd St. Call (956) 681-3000 to register or for any questions.
January 14 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have an Easy Nature Walk at 9:30 a.m. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
January 14 – Let a knowledgeable park naturalist guide you on a birding adventure at Estero Llano Grande State Park at 8:30 a.m. Learn to identify some of the 250 plus birds that have been sighted at the park. You’ll walk along the boardwalks and through the wetlands getting an up-close personal look at the shorebirds, herons, egrets, waterfowl, and woodland birds that reside at the park. Call for more information at (956) 565-3919. Walks happen every Saturday. The park is located at 154A Lakeview Drive in Weslaco.
January 14 – The Mission Historical Museum presents MHM Lecture Series with Tequila Sunset: Liquor Smuggling in Prohibition Era South Texas by George T. Diaz at 11 a.m. Admission is free and coffee and light refreshments will be served. The museum is located at 900 Doherty Ave. Call (956) 580-8646 for more information.
January 15 – Leslie Blasing will hold her Where the Hell is Alice Tour fundraiser in Alice. This is a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity that builds a house every year around the event time. If you don’t have your tickets yet, Leslie still has them available for $10 per person. Her full schedule can be found on her website http://www.lesliepresents.com/ or you can find her on Facebook. You can also purchase tickets by calling Melissa Trevino at Alice Echo News at (361) 396-7222 (cash only).
January 15 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have a Fungi Walk at 10 a.m. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
January 15 – Interested in learning more about your family tree? Get an overview of getting started in your research, online resources available, and more. The McAllen Public Library will host an Introduction to Genealogy at 2 p.m. in meeting room A. Registration is required. Register online at: https://mcallenlibrary.libnet.info/events. The library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. Call (956) 681-3069 for more information.
January 15 – MOSTH Sunday Speaker Series presents “Living Beyond Borders: Growing Up Mexican in America Book Platica” with authors and the editor at 2 p.m. in the museum’s Courtyard Gallery. MOSTH is located at 200 N. Closner in downtown Edinburg. Call (956) 383-6911 for more information.
January 15 – As part of its lecture series, IMAS will host a lecture by Dr. Jongsun Kim, from UT-RGV, from 3-4 p.m. The lecture is included in general admission. His talk will cover his recent findings on the consequences of diverse nitrogen input caused in coastal productivity and organic fluxes in the coastal Gulf of Mexico. He will share his on-going study of the nutrients in the Gulf of Mexico and its importance to the overall health of our oceans. IMAS is located at the intersection of Bicentennial Way and Nolana Ave., 1900 W. Nolana, in McAllen.
January 17-18 – The Pharr Community Theater will have open auditions for their upcoming play, Patricio el Penitente. The cast consists of six roles ranging in ages 18-70. Auditions will be held between 7 and 9:30 p.m. on a first come first serve basis. No appointment needed. The theater is located at 213 W. Newcombe Ave. For more details, call or text (956) 655-9308 or (956) 451-3987. You may also visit the website at www.pharrcommunitytheater.com.
January 19 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have an Owl Prowl at 7 p.m. This program requires reservations. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
January 20 – The Mission Historical Museum will have their “Turning of the Quilts” program and Awards Ceremony starting at 2 p.m. MHM is located at 900 Doherty and 200 E. Tom Landry, in Mission, Texas. Admission is free. For more information, please call the Museum at (956) 580-8646.
January 20 – Frontera Audubon will host a raptor identification workshop. Learn the basics behind raptor identification. The course is open to all levels but is limited to 20 participants. To download the registration form, visit fronteraaudubon.org and click on Latest News. Scroll down to information about the workshop to find link. For more information and questions, contact Chris Warren at (956) 968-3275 or email fronteraaudubon@yahoo.com.
January 20 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have an Easy Nature Walk at 9:30 a.m. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
January 20 – Join a park naturalist and observe the vast numbers of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the park’s gardens at Estero Llano Grande State Park at 1:30 p.m. Walk will be at a modest pace over flat terrain, pick the length you want to cover, one mile or two and half miles. Call for more information at (956) 565-3919. Walks happen every Friday. The park is located at 154A Lakeview Drive in Weslaco.
January 20 – UTRGV Performing Arts presents Huateque: Ballet Folklorico and Guests at the Edinburg Performing Arts Complex at 7:30 p.m. Tickets purchases will be walk up only. Box office will open one hour prior to the showtime. For more information, visit utrgvarts.com.
January 20-22 – SPI Market Days will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The market will feature fine art, handcrafted jewelry, clothing, arts and crafts, gourmet food mixes, product demos, pet items, live music and more. There will also be door prizes. Parking is free. Visit www.spimarketdays.com for more information.
January 21 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have a Navigation 101 at 2 p.m. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
January 21 – Let a knowledgeable park naturalist guide you on a birding adventure at Estero Llano Grande State Park at 8:30 a.m. Learn to identify some of the 250 plus birds that have been sighted at the park. You’ll walk along the boardwalks and through the wetlands getting an up-close and personal look at the shorebirds, herons, egrets, waterfowl, and woodland birds that reside at the park. Call for more information at (956) 565-3919. Walks happen every Saturday. The park is located at 154A Lakeview Drive in Weslaco.
January 22 – Our Savior Lutheran Church will host their Polka Service at 9:30 a.m. The church is located at 1105 Fern Ave. in McAllen.
January 22 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have a Tea for Texas at 2 p.m. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
