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December 1, 2021 - Reunions & Meetings

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.

Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers

The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers have begun their 2021-2022 season. The woodcarvers are meeting again this year at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr. Join the group from 8 a.m. until noon every Thursday through March of 2022. Gather with old friends, and new, to carve, visit and share ideas. Please use the north end of the parking lot for parking. Also, please use the back door to enter the building. Participants will be setting up their own tables for the time being. Be sure to clean up your area before leaving at the end of the day.

November 24, 2021 - Reunions & Meetings

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.

Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers

The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers have begun their 2021-2022 season. The woodcarvers are meeting again this year at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr. Join the group from 8 a.m. until noon every Thursday through March of 2022. Gather with old friends, and new, to carve, visit and share ideas. Please use the north end of the parking lot for parking. Also, please use the back door to enter the building. Participants will be setting up their own tables for the time being. Be sure to clean up your area before leaving at the end of the day.

November 24, 2021 - Events Calendar

November 22-January 16, 2022 

SPI will have their Holiday Light Show with synchronized festive music that is played in 15-minute intervals, daily from 6 to 9 p.m. at the SPI Convention Center.

November 22 – January 1

Brownsville Holiday Village will be on display at Dean Porter Park. Houses will be lit up at 6 p.m. every night. There will be entertainment throughout the period and Santa will be available for pictures on the weekends. Visit http://www.holidayvillagebrownsville.com/ for their full schedule of events.

November 24

The South Pole Illuminated Festival returns to the McAllen Convention Center. Tickets are already available at southpoleoftexas.com or at McAllen Convention Center Box Office.

November 25

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will hold their Thanksgiving Tram Tour. Check out the park with a naturalist from the comfort of a park shuttle.

November 27

Gelman Stained Glass Museum will be hosting an Adults Organ Workshop with Concert Organist Dan Miller between 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The workshop will take place at 411 Virgen de San Juan Blvd., in San Juan. In this workshop, Miller will guide participants through the incredible world of organ playing. Learn about this instrument in a one-of-a-kind workshop nestled in a cathedral-like chapel. Miller will offer tips and practical suggestions to organists. Cost is $30 per person and will include a one-hour private tour of the museum afterwards with the museum director.

November 27

Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce hosts La Cebollita Mid-Valley Farmers Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market will feature local homegrown products including produce, unique artesian items, specialty goods, and more. There will also be live entertainment and a comfortable environment to enjoy with family and friends. The event will be located in Downtown Weslaco at 501 S. Kansas Ave. For more information, call (956) 968-2102 or visit www.weslaco.com.

November 28

Estero Llano Grande State Park will have an Electric Tram Tour. Join them on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required. This is a weekly event.

November 28

The Gelman Stained Glass Museum invites you to an evening of concert music with internationally renowned concert organist Dan Miller at 5 p.m., doors open at 4 p.m. The event will take place at 411 Virgen de San Juan Blvd., in San Juan. Tickets start at $25. Enter WINTERTEXAN at checkout to receive 20% off general admission. For more information, visit www.gelmanmuseum.org.

December 1

SPI’s Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at SPI City Hall at 5 p.m.

December 1

Fiesta Mercedes will be held in conjunction with the Welcome Back Winter Texan Reception at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Showgrounds, 1000 N. Texas Ave., Mercedes. Music will be presented by Chris Marshall. The event is free. It will be held from 4 to 6 p.m.

December 3

Edinburg’s Food Trucks and Tunes will be held at the McIntyre Promenade. Parking at City Hall, 415 W. University Dr., 6 to 10 p.m. There will be food trucks, music and more. For more information, call (956) 383-6246, or visit www.edinburgarts.com.

December 3

SPI will host their 32nd Annual Christmas Street Parade at 6 p.m. beginning on Mars St. to Kingfish St.

December 3

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and City of Edinburg proudly present their Annual Night of Lights Parade. The parade will take place at 7 p.m. in the Edinburg downtown district.

December 3

City of Mercedes presents A White Christmas Parade, on Texas Ave., starting at 6 p.m. Visit and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season along with food.

December 3-5

The Harlingen Community Theatre, located at 1209 Fair Park Boulevard, presents the charming and fast-paced Off-Broadway smash hit, The Marvelous Wonderettes. Performances are presented Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. Adults $25 and Children (under 18 yrs.) $10. Tickets are sold at the Box Office on performance days: Friday and Saturday starting at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday 1:30 p.m. HCT accepts credit/debit cards, cash, and checks. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. HCT has open seating and offers handicap accessibility. For ticket reservations and show information visit the theatre online at www.harlingencommunitytheatre.org.

December 4

The City of San Benito will host their Community Christmas and Tree Lighting from 5 to 7 p.m. at W.H. Heavin Memorial Park. For more information, contact Parks and Recreation Department at (956) 361-3800, or visit cityofsanbenito.com to download a registration form.

December 4

A Lighted Boat Parade will be held on South Padre Island starting at 6 p.m. The route begins at the Sea Ranch Marina. There will be designated viewing areas throughout the route.

December 5

Holiday Market at the Museum, in celebration of the Christmas Tree Forest, will be held at IMAS, from 1 to 5 p.m. Visit and shop local artists and artisan market; visit with community partners. $3 general admission. IMAS is located at 1900 Nolana Ave. in McAllen.

December 10 

The valley Symphony Orchestra proudly announces A Touch of Frost, the holiday musical tradition. Tickets are on sale now for the event featuring the Valley Symphony Chorale. Hear all of your holiday favorites as well as selections from the Nutcracker and Handel’s Messiah. The event will be held at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at box office, by calling (956) 681-3800, or by visiting www.valleyorchestra.org.

November 17, 2021 - Events Calendar

November 15-22 

Operation Christmas Child National Collection Week location will be at Baptist Temple in McAllen, 2001 Trenton Rd. Times and dates are as follows – Monday, November 15, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, November 16, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Wednesday, November 17, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Thursday, November 18, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Friday, November 19, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Saturday, November 20, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; and Sunday November 21 and Monday, November 22, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call 817-595-2230, or visit samaritanspurse.org/occ. Participants can donate $9 per shoebox gift online through "Follow Your Box" and receive a tracking label to discover its destination. Those who prefer the convenience of online shopping can browse samaritanspurse.org/buildonline.

November 18 

Alfresco Weslaco will be held 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. in historic downtown Weslaco. Free admission. The heart and soul of the community is in Downtown and Weslaco wants to share it with you by providing music and art. Bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes. There will be food, arts and crafts vendors. For more information, visit www.weslacoedc.com, or call (956) 969-0838.

November 18 

Quinta Mazatlán is honored to host culinary expert, Melissa Guerra, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. for a recipe presentation and sampling on “Texas Ranch Dishes for Thanksgiving”. Tickets are $3 per person. Pre-purchased tickets are recommended at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com Follow current COVID-19 Safety Guidelines while in park. For more information, contact Quinta Mazatlán at (956) 681-3370.

November 18 

HCISD Performing Arts presents their last showing of La Mancha at 7 p.m. “Dream the impossible dream” with them as they follow the storytelling’s of Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org.

November 19 

Edinburg’s Food Trucks and Tunes will be held at the McIntyre Promenade. Parking at City Hall, 415 W. University Dr. There will be food trucks, music and more. For more information, call (956) 383-6246, or visit www.edinburgarts.com.

November 19-20 

The City of Mission will host their Christmas Tree Lighting event on Friday, 6 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, 2 to 8 p.m. The event will feature arts and crafts, food, vendors, entertainment, and more. The event will be held at Leo Pena Placita Park, downtown Mission, 803 N. Conway Ave. Free admission. Call (956) 580-8760 for more information.

November 19-21 

The Harlingen Community Theatre, located at 1209 Fair Park Boulevard, presents the charming and fast-paced Off-Broadway smash hit, The Marvelous Wonderettes. Performances are presented Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. Adults $25 and Children (under 18 yrs.) $10. Tickets are sold at the Box Office on performance days: Friday and Saturday starting at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday 1:30 p.m. HCT accepts credit/debit cards, cash, and checks. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. HCT has open seating and offers handicap accessibility. For ticket reservations and show information visit the theatre online at www.harlingencommunitytheatre.org

November 20 

St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church is having their annual Craft and Bake Sale from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Many talented artisans and woodcrafters are coming together with some awesome cooks to give you a chance at original handmade gifts just in time for Christmas. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. The church is located at 2310 N. Stewart Rd., in Mission. Free admission. For more information call (956) 585-5005.

November 20

The City of Mercedes will host their Queen City Market Days located in historical downtown Mercedes from 4 to 9 p.m. The event will be held every third Saturday of the month from November through January.

November 22-January 16, 2022

SPI will have their Holiday Light Show with synchronized festive music that is played in 15-minute intervals, daily from 6 to 9 p.m. at the SPI Convention Center.

November 24

The South Pole Illuminated Festival returns to the McAllen Convention Center. Tickets are already available at southpoleoftexas.com or at McAllen Convention Center Box Office.

November 27

Gelman Stained Glass Museum will be hosting an Adults Organ Workshop with Concert Organist Dan Miller between 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The workshop will take place at 411 Virgen de San Juan Blvd., in San Juan. In this workshop, Miller will guide participants through the incredible world of organ playing. Learn about this instrument in a one-of-a-kind workshop nestled in a cathedral-like chapel. Miller will offer tips and practical suggestions to organists. Cost is $30 per person and will include a one-hour private tour of the museum afterwards with the museum director.

November 27

Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce hosts La Cebollita Mid-Valley Farmers Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market will feature local homegrown products including produce, unique artesian items, specialty goods, and more. There will also be live entertainment and a comfortable environment to enjoy with family and friends. The event will be located in Downtown Weslaco at 501 S. Kansas Ave. For more information, call (956) 968-2102 or visit www.weslaco.com.

November 17, 2021 - Reunions & Meetings

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.

Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers

The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers have begun their 2021-2022 season. The woodcarvers are meeting again this year at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr. Join the group from 8 a.m. until noon every Thursday through March of 2022. Gather with old friends, and new, to carve, visit and share ideas. Please use the north end of the parking lot for parking. Also, please use the back door to enter the building. Participants will be setting up their own tables for the time being. Be sure to clean up your area before leaving at the end of the day.

November 10, 2021 - Events Calendar

November 11

Harlingen will honor Veterans at 11 a.m. at Pendleton Park, 4137 N. Minnesota St. Free admission. Call (956) 245-1276 for more information.

November 11

Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents The Sweet Science of Bruising at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org.

November 12

Valley Symphony Orchestra presents From the New World at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd. For ticket information, visit www.mcallentheater.com or call (956) 661-1615.

November 12

The City of Brownsville is celebrating your return to the Valley by holding a 50’s Sock Hop from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gonzalez Urban Center (34 Tony Gonzalez Dr.). Join for 50’s dance and costume contest. Admission is free. RSVP by calling (956) 551-2314. Space may be limited.

November 12

Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents The Sweet Science of Bruising at 10 a.m. This is a special Winter Texan event with a discounted price of $15. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org.

November 13

A Veterans Day Senior League Softball game will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 13, at Brewster Elementary in Linn, Tx. Veterans ages 55 and older are invited to play a Veterans vs. Veterans softball game. For information, call Fred Esqueda at (956) 897-6961.

November 13

The Harlingen’s Farmers Market will be held at 3 p.m. at the Harlingen Convention Bureau, 2nd and Tyler. For more information call (956) 622-5053.

November 13

Mission Historical Museum will present “Living Beyond Borders: Growing up Mexican in America” at 11 a.m. Admission is free to the public. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. The Museum is located at 900 Doherty Ave. The Museum is open Wednesday – Friday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and every second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information on this program or any upcoming events contact the museum office at (956) 580-8646, or visit www.missionmuseum.org, and follow on Facebook.

November 13

The Deep South Texas Gardeners will hold a Container Vegetable Gardening workshop from 9 to 11 a.m. Cost for the workshop is $10 and participants will receive their own potted garden to take home. The workshop is located at 509 E. Earling Rd., San Juan. Class size is limited.

November 13

Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents The Sweet Science of Bruising at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org.

November 13

Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents Man of La Mancha at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org.

November 13

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Opera Theater will perform at 7 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville (90 Taylor Avenue). For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 14

The South Padre Island Farmers Market will be held at 11 a.m. at The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd.

November 14 

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Opera Theater will perform at 3 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville (90 Taylor Avenue). For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 14 

Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents Man of La Mancha at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org.

November 14 

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Clarinet Ensemble Fall Concert will be held at 2 p.m. at the UTRGV Library Auditorium in Edinburg. For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 14 

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Clarinet Ensemble Fall Concert will be held at 7 p.m. in Brownsville. For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 16 

Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents Man of La Mancha at 10 a.m. This is a Special Winter Texan production with discounted tickets at $15. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org.

November 16

Acapella quintet, ReVoiced, is bringing its famed signature sound, powerful stage presence, and unique arrangements of familiar classics to Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499, in Harlingen, at 7:30 p.m. For ticket information, visit the association’s website at www.HarlingenConcert.com or call (956) 392-9757.

November 16

Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents Man of La Mancha at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org.

November 16 

A Million Dollar Quartet Christmas – Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley come together again to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Sun Records, now donned with a Christmas tree, garland, and mistletoe, rings with sounds of the season and the chart toppers that made these four famous. Follow along the gang’s usual antics as you journey through a story of Christmas past, present, and future. It’s a jam-packed evening of holiday hits and classic characters you won’t want to miss. The event starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www.liveinmcallen.com.

November 18

Alfresco Weslaco will be held 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. in historic downtown Weslaco. Free admission. The heart and soul of the community is in Downtown and Weslaco wants to share it with you by providing music and art. Bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes. There will be food, arts and crafts vendors. For more information, visit www.weslacoedc.com, or call (956) 969-0838.

November 19

Edinburg’s Food Trucks and Tunes will be held at the McIntyre Promenade. Parking at City Hall, 415 W. University Dr. There will be food trucks, music and more. For more information, call (956) 383-6246, or visit www.edinburgarts.com.

November 10, 2021 - Reunions & Meetings

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.

Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers

The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers have begun their 2021-2022 season. The woodcarvers are meeting again this year at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr. Join the group from 8 a.m. until noon every Thursday through March of 2022. Gather with old friends, and new, to carve, visit and share ideas. Please use the north end of the parking lot for parking. Also, please use the back door to enter the building. Participants will be setting up their own tables for the time being. Be sure to clean up your area before leaving at the end of the day.

November 3, 2021 - Reunions & Meetings

 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.

November 3, 2021 - Events Calendar

November 3

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Jazz Big Band will perform at 7 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville (90 Taylor Avenue). For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 4

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Fall Trumpet Musical Harvest will perform at 7 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville (90 Taylor Avenue). For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 4-7

The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show will host their first annual Fall Fest. The event will feature live music, bull riding, a BBQ cookoff, discada, mercado, mariachi showcase, a carnival, and so much more. For more information and a full schedule of entertainment, visit their website www.rgvls.com.

November 5

Edinburg hosts their Food Truck and Tunes at 6 p.m. at Edinburg City Hall, 415 W. University Dr. Admission is free. Call (956) 383-6246 for more information.

November 6

Jackson Street Market Days will be held starting at 9 a.m. in Downtown Harlingen. For more information, call (956) 423-4041.

November 8

The Red Hatters will be getting together on Monday, November 8, at 11:30 a.m. at Arturo’s in Weslaco (2303 W. Expwy. 83). Games will be played, and all are invited to share what has happened in their lives over the last 18 months. Those wanting to attend are asked to RSVP by text or call Sandy (Finny) at (608) 432-1440 by Friday, November 5.

November 13

A Veterans Day Senior League Softball game will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 13, at Brewster Elementary in Linn, Tx. Veterans ages 55 and older are invited to play a Veterans vs. Veterans softball game. For information, call Fred Esqueda at (956) 897-6961.

November 13

The Deep South Texas Gardeners will hold a Container Vegetable Gardening workshop from 9 to 11 a.m. Cost for the workshop is $10 and participants will receive their own potted garden to take home. The workshop is located at 509 E. Earling Rd., San Juan. Class size is limited.

November 13 

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Opera Theater will perform at 7 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville (90 Taylor Avenue). For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 14 

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Opera Theater will perform at 3 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville (90 Taylor Avenue). For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 14 

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Clarinet Ensemble Fall Concert will be held at 2 p.m. at the UTRGV Library Auditorium in Edinburg. For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 14

As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Clarinet Ensemble Fall Concert will be held at 7 p.m. in Brownsville. For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/patron.

November 16

Acapella quintet, ReVoiced, is bringing its famed signature sound, powerful stage presence, and unique arrangements of familiar classics to Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499, in Harlingen, at 7:30 p.m. For ticket information, visit the association’s website at www.HarlingenConcert.com or call (956) 392-9757.

October 27, 2021 - Reunions & Meetings

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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