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November 16 – Come hear creative new works written and performed by UTRGV Composition students. Hear the world premieres of pieces from a variety of styles and genres including chamber music, solos, and electronics that represent the next generation of talented composers at the UTRGV Library Theater, TSC in Brownsville, 90 Taylor Ave., 7 p.m.
November 16 – The UTRGV Percussion Ensemble will present a program of chamber music for percussion instruments, spanning a wide range of styles, time periods, and instrumentation. To be held at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, in Edinburg, at 7 p.m.
November 17-20 – The Harlingen Community Theatre will present Neil Simon’s comedy, The Odd Couple. Dates for the events are Thursday, November 17 at 7:30 p.m., Friday, November 18 at 7:30p.m., Saturday, November 19 at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, November 20 at 2:30 p.m. Adults tickets are $15, Children $7. Tickets are available at the door. The theatre is located at 1209 Fair Park Blvd. For more information, visit www.harlingencommunitytheatre.orgor call (956) 412-7529.
November 17 – The Harlingen Concert Association presents Side Street Strutters as they celebrate 100 years of jazz music with a concert at Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499, Harlingen, at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit www.HarlingenConcert.com, or call (956) 392-9757.
November 17 – The UTRGV New Music Ensemble performs a concert of experimental music with cutting edge technology as their instruments. To be held at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, Edinburg, at 7 p.m.
November 18-20 – Laredo will host their Holiday Market at the Outlet Shoppes in Laredo, 1600 Water St. Times for the event are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Visit the city’s website at www.visitlaredo.com for more information.
November 18-20 – UTRGV Theatre will present Moliere, two short comedies – The Flying Doctor and Two Precious Maidens Ridiculed. This charming pair of short comedies is a delightful mix of love, trickery, mistaken identities and mayhem, Commedia Dell’Arte, farce and fun. The shows start promptly at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Albert L. Jeffers Theatre. For more information call (956-665-3581 or visit utrgv.edu/theatre.
November 19 – The Rio Grande Valley Detachment Marine Corps League will hold a 5k for Heroes and Kids one Mile Fun Run. The event will be held at 7:30 a.m. at the Hike and Bike Trails in Mission (1414 S. Conway). If you would like to register a team, call or text (956) 888-6275 for a team code. Must be a group of 10 or more. Or go here to register mclrgv.org/events/inaugural-5k-for-heroes/.
November 19 – UTRGV will present their Opera Theater at 7 p.m., at TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville. For more information and tickets, visit utrgvarts.universitytickets.com/. They will perform again on November 20 at 3 p.m.
November 19 – Raul Garcia, Violist, will present a concert at UTRGV Performing Arts Center in Edinburg at 7 p.m.
November 19 – A Craft Beer Festival will be held at the Cameron County Amphitheater and Event Center, 53550 Dolphin Cove, South Padre Island, at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at tixplug.com. There will be food, games, music and a car show.
November 21 – UTRGV will present their Student Performance Series – Symphony Orchestra French Connection at 7 p.m., at TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville. For more information and tickets, visit utrgvarts.universitytickets.com/. A performance will be held in Edinburg on November 22.
November 26 – A chainmail Jewelry Workshop will be held at the Art Business Incubator, 2500 Padre Blvd. #1, South Padre Island. The workshop will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. and cost is $45. For more information about this program, and others, call (956) 433-8097.
November 27 – Broadway McAllen presents Postmodern Jukebox at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. You can order tickets, and season tickets, at LiveinMcAllen.com. For more information visit the website or call (956) 450-1929.
December 2 – A Touch of Frost, by Valley Symphony Orchestra will be performed at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. It is the holiday tradition featuring the Valley Symphony Chorale and seasonal favorites including sections from Handel’s Messiah and The Nutcracker. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.
December 12 – Broadway McAllen presents On Your Feet at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. You can order tickets, and season tickets, at LiveinMcAllen.com. For more information visit the website or call (956) 450-1929.
December 17 – Broadway McAllen presents Illusionists Magic of the Holidays at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. You can order tickets, and season tickets, at LiveinMcAllen.com. For more information visit the website or call (956) 450-1929.
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November 9-13 – The Annual Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival will be held in Harlingen. The event will be full of seminars and field trips for those that have registered. There are some community events as well. Full details and a full list of events can be found on their web page at rgvbf.org.
November 10 – South Texas College Theatre and Dance kicks off its first production of the year with Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward. The production will run at 7:30 p.m. at STC’s Cooper Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage Theater, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., in McAllen. General admission tickets are $5. Seating is limited and advanced purchasing is encouraged. Tickets can be purchased online at www.southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For additional information about the show, special accommodations or for group rates, call (956) 872-2301 or email jleal5@southtexascollege.edu.
November 10 – The Aliento a Tequila exhibit opens at IMAS. A tequila tasting and painting workshop for adults will be held on Thursday, November 17, after hours. Exhibit will be open until January 8, 2023. Visit imasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800 for more information. The museum is located at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen.
November 11-12 – City of Harlingen will host their Riofest at Harlingen Baseball Field, 1216 Fair Park Blvd. There will be concerts, a carnival, artisan market, art walk, BBQ cook-off, a 5k run, food, tailgate party, HCISD performances and more. Gates open at 5 p.m. on November 11 with a Veterans Day Celebration shortly after. Kevin Fowler will be the main artist performing at 8:30 p.m. Eli Young Band will be the main performing artists on Saturday with gates opening at 12 p.m. They will perform at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $5. Veterans get in free. For more information, to buy tickets, or to view other entertainers, visit, https://harlingenriofest.com/.
November 12 – November is National Diabetes Month. Join the McAllen Public Library for their Diabetes Education classes which will provide participants with helpful information on diabetes, eating well, exercising and much more. Classes are free and will be facilitated by Unidos Contra La Diabetes. The English session will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. A Spanish session will be held at the same time on November 19. The library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St.
November 12 – South Texas College Theatre and Dance kicks off its first production of the year with Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward. The production will run at 7:30 p.m. at STC’s Cooper Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage Theater, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., in McAllen. General admission tickets are $5. Seating is limited and advanced purchasing is encouraged. Tickets can be purchased online at www.southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For additional information about the show, special accommodations or for group rates, call (956)872-2301 or emailjleal5@southtexascollege.edu.
November 12 – A Marine Corps Birthday Ball will be held at the Mission Event Center from 7 to 11 p.m. For more information, visit mclrgv.org/events/inaugural-marine-corps-birthday-ball/.
November 12 – Upper Valley residents will join the fight to end Alzheimer's disease at the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Registration begins at 8 a.m., opening ceremony at 9 a.m., walk begins at 9:30 a.m. It will take place at Tres Lagos, 4350 Tres Lagos Blvd., in McAllen. To register a team/group/individual or to start raising funds now, visit alz.org/walk.
November 12 – A 5k/one mile turtle trot will be held at Isla Blanca Park, South Padre Island. A half marathon will be held the next day. For more information and to register, visit ravrunning.redpodium.com/spi-half-marathon-2022.
November 12 – The Art Business Incubator on South Padre Island presents Art Fest, a local artist pop-up event, from 12 to 5 p.m. The event is free to the public. Visit for the opportunity to shop from over 40 local artists and makers, listen to live music, complimentary refreshments, and poetry performances in the plaza. The incubator is located at 2500 Padre Blvd., Ste. 1.
November 12-13 – You are invited to a fundraiser for the sole purpose of supplying a Veteran in need of a custom trained dog. Leslie Blasing will be hosting fundraisers for this purpose from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Coco Beach (2612 Gulf Blvd., South Padre Island).
November 13 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will be performing “America Rocks” at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 2 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.
November 14 – UTRGV will present their Student Performance Series – Wind Orchestra, Symphonic Winds and Concert Band at 7 p.m., at TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville. For more information and tickets, visit utrgvarts.universitytickets.com/.
November 15 – Speer Memorial will host a book discussion on The Honey Bus, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, to sign up for the discussion, or to see if copies are available, send an email to reference@missiontexas.us (include name and telephone number), or call (956) 580-8754. The title is also available online as an e-book at ebook.yourcloudlibrary.com/library.HidalgoCountyLS. The library is located at 12th and Kika de la Garza in Mission.
November 15 – UTRGV will present their Student Performance Series – Wind Orchestra, Symphonic Winds and Concert Band at 7 p.m., at UTRGV Performing Arts Center in Edinburg. For more information and tickets, visit utrgvarts.universitytickets.com/.
November 17 – The Harlingen Concert Association presents Side Street Strutters as they celebrate 100 years of jazz music with a concert at Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499, Harlingen, at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit www.HarlingenConcert.com, or call (956) 392-9757.
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November 4 – Valley Symphony Orchestra will present Romantic Masterpieces – a concert of inspiration and grandeur, the true Symphonic experience. The event will take place at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.
November 4-5 – The South Texas Historical Association will host their symposium at the Bowie Parental Engagement Center, 81 E. Bowie Ave., in Alamo. The symposium will feature speakers presenting information about the history of the Rio Grande Valley and important historical events. It is free to attend, but reservations are required. Call (956) 681-4398 or email aoyoque@alamotexas.org for more information.
November 5 – McAllen Heritage Center will be hosting the editor and two authors of ‘Living Beyond Borders, Growing up Mexican’ at 2 p.m. Refreshments will follow until 4 p.m. Books will be available for purchase. The center is located at 301 S. Main St. Free parking is located at the rear of the building. Call (956) 687-1904 or visit mcallenheritage.com for more information.
November 5 – The Museum of South Texas History (MOSTH) presents Hometown Heroes of South Texas: A Veterans Day Exhibit, opening at 10 a.m. The exhibit will feature donated items from local Veterans. The event will coincide with the Veterans Day Parade in Edinburg. The Exhibit closes on November 27. MOSTH is located at 200 North Closner in Edinburg. For more information visit MOSTHistory.org or call (956) 383-6911.
November 5 – The South Texas Farm Fest will be held at 1202 N. Vermont Ave., in Mercedes from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support the creation of the Mercedes Museum. The event will feature food trucks, an outdoor market, local vendors, a super farmer contest, and more. Admission is $5. For more information, call (956) 532-7713.
November 5-6 – You are invited to a fundraiser for the sole purpose of supplying a Veteran in need of a custom trained dog. Leslie Blasing will be hosting fundraisers for this purpose from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Coco Beach (2612 Gulf Blvd., South Padre Island).
November 9-13 – The Annual Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival will be held in Harlingen. The event will be full of seminars and field trips for those that have registered. There are some community events as well. Full details and a full list of events can be found on their web page at rgvbf.org.
November 10 – South Texas College Theatre and Dance kicks off its first production of the year with Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward. The production will run at 7:30 p.m. at STC’s Cooper Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage Theater, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., in McAllen. General admission tickets are $5. Seating is limited and advanced purchasing is encouraged. Tickets can be purchased online at www.southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For additional information about the show, special accommodations or for group rates, call (956) 872-2301 or email jleal5@southtexascollege.edu.
November 10 – The Aliento a Tequila exhibit opens at IMAS. A tequila tasting and painting workshop for adults will be held on Thursday, November 17, after hours. Exhibit will be open until January 8, 2023. Visit imasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800 for more information. The museum is located at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen.
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October 1-31 – The Weslaco Museum and WISD presents Dia de los Muertos Art Exhibit. The museum is located at 500 S. Texas Blvd. Visit www.weslacomuseum.org.
October 27-30 – The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show and Rodeo will hold their second annual Fall Festival – Terror on Texas Ave. The event will feature a large, haunted house, a carnival, vendors, live music, and a rodeo. Admission is $10. Additional fees for the Luche Libre and Bull-riding shows. The showgrounds are located in Mercedes. Full details can be found https://www.rgvls.com/.
October 27-31 – The McAllen Public Library will host the South Texas Book Festival. Events are planned the entire weekend. They will have their all-day event on Saturday, October 29 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St.
October 27 – Join the fun Planta Nativa Social at Quinta Mazatlan from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is $10 per person, advance tickets required on quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Guests will enjoy the native plant sale, forest bathing, live music, food trucks, plant giveaway, plant swap and more. Meet Joey Santore, YouTube Botany Star, as he presents “Crime Pays but Botany Doesn’t” on the north lawn under the stars. Quinta Mazatlan is located at 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen.
October 27 – Creatures of the Night will be held at Bentsen-RGV State Park at 8 p.m. The park is located at 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. Call (956) 584-9156 for more information. Reservations are required. Scheduled programs are free with park admission. Events are subject to change.
October 28 – Frontera Fest will be held on the back lawn of the historic Skagg’s House at 7 p.m. Call (956) 968-3275 for more information.
October 28 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Skins and Skeletons Ranger Talk at 2 p.m. in the La Familia Nature Center near the park entrance at 2 p.m. The park is located at 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. Call (956) 584-9156 for more information. Scheduled programs are free with park admission. Events are subject to change.
October 29 – Smokin’ on the Rio and the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show presents Terror on Texas Ave. Barbecue Cookoff at the livestock showgrounds in Mercedes. Registration is currently open for the event. Fall Fest events will be held the entire weekend (Oct. 27-30) from 4 to 11 p.m. More information about the event can be found at smokinontherio.com.
October 29 – Mission Historical Museum will hold a Dia de los Muertos Festival from 4 to 9 p.m. There will be vendors, an artisan market, food, entertainment, and more. The Museum is located at 900 Doherty Avenue in Mission. Call (956) 580-8646 or visit missionmuseum.org for more information.
October 29 – The Port Isabel Volunteer Fire Department presents: Monster House at the Lighthouse. Festivities start at 6 p.m. with a movie at 8 p.m. This is a free event. Costumes are encouraged.
October 29 – SPI Birding Center will host their annual celebration of Monarch migration with their Hallowings. The event will feature free admission, a native plant sale, live music, vendors, butterfly garden tours, and more. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit spibirding.com.
October 29 – Quinta Mazatlan will host their Halloween Party in the Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $5. There will be live performances by Palmview HS Mariachi and Folklorico, City of McAllen Parks and Rec Folkloric Group and Main Stage Dance Studio. There will also be a marketplace and more. Quinta Mazatlan is located at 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen. Tickets can be purchased online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com/halloween-party-in-the-park/.
October 29 – As part of the Texas Butterfly Festival, the event will host their community day at the National Butterfly Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be arts and crafts, vendors, exhibits, and more. For more information, or to register, visit the website at www.texasbutterflyfestival.com.
October 29 – Mercedes will hold a Halloween themed National Night Out at the Mercedes Outlet Stores from 3 to 9 p.m. There will be a variety of activities for all ages and a carnival. The event is located at 5001 E. Expressway 83.
October 30 – First Steps in Nature will be held at Bentsen-RGV State Park at 9:30 a.m. The park is located at 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. Call (956) 584-9156 for more information. Scheduled programs are free with park admission. Events are subject to change.
November 4 – Valley Symphony Orchestra will present Romantic Masterpieces – a concert of inspiration and grandeur, the true Symphonic experience. The event will take place at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit https://valleyorchestra.org/concerts/.
November 5 – McAllen Heritage Center will be hosting the editor and two authors of ‘Living Beyond Borders, Growing up Mexican’ at 2 p.m. Refreshments will follow until 4 p.m. Books will be available for purchase. The center is located at 301 S. Main St. Free parking is located at the rear of the building. Call (956) 687-1904 or visit mcallenheritage.com for more information.
November 10 – South Texas College Theatre and Dance kicks off its first production of the year with Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward. The production will run at 7:30 p.m. at STC’s Cooper Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage Theater, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., in McAllen. General admission tickets are $5. Seating is limited and advanced purchasing is encouraged. Tickets can be purchased online at www.southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre.For additional information about the show, special accommodations or for group rates, call (956) 872-2301 or email jleal5@southtexascollege.edu.
November 10 – The Aliento a Tequila exhibit opens at IMAS. A tequila tasting and painting workshop for adults will be held on Thursday, November 17, after hours. Exhibit will be open until January 8, 2023. Visit the imasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800 for more information. The museum is located at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen.
November 11-12 – City of Harlingen will host their Riofest at Harlingen Baseball Field, 1216 Fair Park Blvd. There will be concerts, a carnival, artisan market, art walk, BBQ cook-off, a 5k run, food, tailgate party, HCISD performances and more. Gates open at 5 p.m. on November 11 with a Veterans Day Celebration shortly after. Kevin Fowler will be the main artist performing at 8:30 p.m. Eli Young Band will be the main performing artists on Saturday with gates opening at 12 p.m. They will perform at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $5. Veterans get in free. For more information, to buy tickets, or to view other entertainers, visit, https://harlingenriofest.com/.
November 12 – South Texas College Theatre and Dance kicks off its first production of the year with Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward. The production will run at 7:30 p.m. at STC’s Cooper Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage Theater, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., in McAllen. General admission tickets are $5. Seating is limited and advanced purchasing is encouraged. Tickets can be purchased online at www.southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre.For additional information about the show, special accommodations or for group rates, call (956)872-2301 or emailjleal5@southtexascollege.edu.
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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.
Right now, there are several meetings already taking place. Red Hatters are getting together on at least a monthly basis. The RGV Woodcarvers are getting together weekly too.
I am sure there are others that are meeting up for little get togethers here and there. If you would like to share your information, please send it in. If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too.
You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com.
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.
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July 1 – The City of Brownsville will be bringing back the long-awaited First Friday celebration at Market Square in their Historic Downtown. This event will be held every first Friday of every month, starting this July. With family-friendly activities beginning from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and nightlife from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. with participation from local bars, vendors, restaurants, and outside entertainment.
July 2 – Celebrate Independence Day with the City of San Benito at ResacaFest. The event will feature food vendors, arts and crafts, live music, and fireworks show. There will also be a car show and hot dog and pie eating contests. Festivities kick off at 4 p.m. at Heavin Memorial Park, 705 N. Bowie St. Admission is free. Live music begins at 4:30 p.m. The event ends at 11 p.m.
July 2 – City of Edinburg will hold their Texas Cook’Em Festival. The event will begin at 10 a.m. at Ebony Hills Golf Course, 300 W. Mark S. Pena Drive. There will be live entertainment, a BBQ contest, car show, and food. Additional information can be found at www.edinburg.com.
July 3 – Cameron County Amphitheater and Event Center will present Fireworks at the Park at midnight. It is located at 53550 Dolphin Cove, South Padre Island.
July 4 – The City of South Padre Island will host their 4th of July Walking Beach Parade with the line up starting at Beach Access #21, finishing at Beach Access #17. Lineup begins at 9 a.m. There will be watermelon, water and giveaways while supplies last.
July 4 – The City of South Padre Island will continue their Fourth of July celebration with an extended fireworks show. The Show will begin at 9:15 p.m. and launch from a barge on the Laguna Madre Bay. The best viewing spot for the bayside shows in the Entertainment District, home to several bayside restaurants, and at “The Green,” a spacious lawn where people can bring their chairs to view the display. As a reminder, Bayside fireworks take place on Tuesday and Friday evenings at Louie’s Backyard. The Island also features a show of beachside firework displays every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening. The Thursday shows begin at 9:15 p.m. at Isla Grand Beach Resort on the beach. Clayton's Beach Bar hosts "Fireworks on the Pier" on Friday and Saturday at 9:00 p.m.; and is best viewed from Clayton's, the La Quinta Inn & Suites deck, Courtyard Marriott, and the Hilton Garden Inn beach deck. For more information on the fireworks summer schedule and family-friendly activities in South Padre Island, please visit www.sopadre.com.
July 4 – The City of McAllen will hold their 94th Independence Day Celebration with an early morning patriotic program (8 a.m.), immediately followed by the Main Street Parade and the Freedom Festival at Archer Park. Music, food, and games will be highlights of the events. The parade kicks off at 9 a.m. Activities at Archer Park, 101 N. Main St., will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Festivities will move to Municipal Park, 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd., starting at 6 p.m. Fireworks will start at 9 p.m. from Municipal Park. The fireworks will be set to patriotic music that attendees can listen to at 710-AM KURV.
July 5 – A new temporary exhibit titled “Borderlands – An Illustrated History by Jose Cisneros” will open in the Cell Block Gallery in the 1910 Jail at the Museum of South Texas History. The exhibit features a series of works that follow the historical timeline of the Rio Grande Valley. The exhibit will be available for viewing through April 30, 2023. For more information about this exhibit, and others, visit www.mosthistory.org/events or call the museum at (956) 383-6911. The museum is located in Edinburg at 200 N. Closner Blvd.
July 9 – Looking to beat the heat inside while giving back to the community? La Plaza Mall invites guests to let their artistic side run wild at the Paint Party benefitting the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley. On Saturday, July 9th from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. visitors can get their creative juices flowing while supplying the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley with bowls for their annual Empty Bowls fundraiser. For more details or to make a donation, please see the QR codes on property, visit the La Plaza website, or call (956) 972-5454.
July 10 – The Museum of South Texas History welcomes Lawrence Eugene Fernandez as a guest speaker during the Sunday Speaker Series presentation, “Jackass Flats: Tales of the Deltaland of the Rio Grande,” at 2 p.m. Fernandez will discuss why it was important to preserve the stories about regional families and historical events. His independently published book is a collection of Rio Grande Valley word-of-mouth historical accounts as told by family members, friends and community leaders. Fernandez has a family lineage from those who settled in Camargo in 1746, and from the original 300 of Stephen F. Austin’s colony. The museum is located in Edinburg at 200 N. Closner Blvd.
July 20 – Harlingen VA hosts blood drive to restocak critically low community suuply from 9 a.m. to noon. It will be held at the Harlingen VA Outpatient Clinic, 2106 Treasure Hills Blvd. Participants are asked to bring a photo ID. It is free and open to the public. For more information or to register, call Kassi with Vitalant at 956-213-7538.
