The Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas will welcome the public to celebrate Native culture, tradition, and community at the 56th Annual Ndé Dáá Homecoming Powwow on Saturday, March 7, at the Alton Recreation Center, 349 Dawes Ave. Doors open at 10 a.m. and festivities continue through 9:30 p.m.
Read more: Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas hosts 56th annual Powwow
Quinta Mazatlán invites the community to learn about the challenges and conservation efforts shaping the future of Texas’ coastal birds during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, “Coastal Bird Conservation in Texas,” on Thursday, February 26, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Read more: Learn about coastal conservation at Quinta Mazatlán
DHR Health, in collaboration with Medtronic, will host a free community seminar to help community members learn about new and advanced treatment options for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor. The seminar will take place on Saturday, February 28, from 10 to 11:45 a.m. at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, located at 118 Paseo del Prado in Edinburg. Doors open at 9:50 a.m.
Registration is now open for the Gladys Porter Zoo’s annual 5K and 1-mile fun run to support ocelot conservation. This popular event is likely to sell out. The Ocelot 5K Run will take place on March 7 starting at 7:30 a.m., and the 1-mile fun run will start at 8:30 a.m. at the Gladys Porter Zoo.
February is Black History/Heritage Month, and it is now being recognized and celebrated throughout the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. Among the variety of festive and reflective activities happening in our Hidalgo County area is the second annual "Walking Southern Roads to Freedom."
Read more: Walking Southern Roads to Freedom begins February 27
The Pharr Community Theater is excited to offer a new series of acting workshops for kids, teens, and adults, throughout the month of March, for those who wish to learn, grow, or sharpen their theatre skills. These hands-on workshops focus on the fundamentals of acting, including stage presence, character development, voice, movement, and confidence—taught by a PCT professional, in a fun, supportive, and creative environment. Whether you’re brand new to the stage or looking to expand your experience, these workshops are designed to inspire creativity and build strong performance skills for all levels.
Read more: Pharr Community Theater announces acting workshops
The City of Edinburg is proud to announce the highly anticipated 5th Annual Hometown of Heroes Half-Marathon, set to take place on Sunday, March 8, at 7:45 a.m. This year’s event will feature a 10K ($25), a Half-Marathon ($50), and a Two-Person Relay ($50) – discounts available for Veterans and first responders.
South Texas College Theatre and Dance presents The Odyssey by Gregory A. Falls and Kurt Beattie.
Acting like oneway, hingelike doors, the heart valves play a crucial role in maintaining overall heart health by ensuring that blood flows in the correct direction through the heart’s four chambers and out into the body.
In an effort to increase access to health services and resources, DHR Health will host its 16th annual Community Health Fair on Saturday, February 21, at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, located at 118 Paseo del Prado in Edinburg. This free community event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon and is open to the public. Attendees can expect free health screenings, health education talks led by medical experts, and a variety of booths offering health resources from DHR Health and community partners. Individuals and families are encouraged to attend to receive free screenings, learn more about their health, and ask questions about common health concerns.
Palm Valley Animal Society (PVAS) will host the 52nd Annual Puppy Love Gala on Saturday, February 21, at the McAllen Convention Center, celebrating an unforgettable night inspired by the enchantment of the Venetian Carnival. This year’s gala will honor Keely & Byron Jay Lewis for their support and commitment to the PVAS mission.
All retired RNs/LVNs and LPNs in the Rio Grande Valley are invited to a buffet luncheon on Tuesday, March 3 at Peter Piper Pizza, 3101 E. Expressway 83, in Weslaco. No reservations required. Check-in is at 12:30 p.m. with lunch at 1 p.m., followed by social, announcements and door prizes. Buffet includes pizza, breadsticks, salad bar, dessert and beverages (bring your Peter Piper mug). Call or text Connie for more information or questions at (402) 641-0125.
A dynamic and bold exploration of the piñata tradition is coming to McAllen this February. The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) presents Piñatabstract, a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Josué Rawmirez, running from February 14 through July 26. The exhibit offers a unique presentation of the piñata through craft, performance, and new media, transforming a beloved cultural icon into innovative works of art.
Read more: IMAS presents a celebration of the piñata tradition
On Tuesday, January 27, 108 Kansans from all over the Rio Grande Valley met for lunch to commemorate the anniversary of the state’s January 29, 1861, admission to the Union. It was so great that 43 Kansans joined the group for the first time.
South Texas Health System (STHS) Heart officially opened on January 15, 1996, as one of the earliest freestanding cardiovascular facilities in the United States and the first dedicated heart hospital in Texas.
