SPI Market Days
SPI Convention Center 7355 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesVisit the SPI Convention Center Jan 21-23 and Feb. 25-27 for SPI Market Days. Enjoy live music while exploring the different treasures from vendors from all over the world. Items include art, gourmet food, custom creations, fashion and beauty, home and garden decor, cosmetics, local activities, jewelry, tools, health products, pet merchandise and more. Food truck will be serving breakfast and lunch, Admission is $1, parking is free.
Chamber Connect +
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce 1600 University Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe Brownsville Chamber of Commerce hosts Chamber Connect + on Jan. 24. This free event offers information on what the chamber can do for you while also providing a refresher on current member benefits. Attendees will learn how to: Take advantage of your membership benefits Join a committee Stay connected with your members-only online portal Set up your membership profile Register online. For more information, contact the Brownsville Chamber.
SBDC: Business Branding Strategies
WebinarDo you have a brand strategy for your existing business?A brand strategy is a long-term plan on what you want your business to "say" about your products and services to new and existing customers. This message, also known as branding, helps you engage and communicate with your customers more clearly. The more consistent and aligned your brand message is, the more likely you are to attract and maintain loyal customers.…
How to do Business With the Federal Government – 2022 New Year Goal
WebinarLearn "How to do Business With the Federal Government" in this webinar Jan. 26, covering the basics to government contracting for small businesses. Participants will receive instruction on how to get started in marketing and selling to federal agencies. Improve your probability of being “found” by federal contracting offices and large Federal Prime Contractors. Topics include: What is SAM.GOV What are the NAICS codes What is FED Biz Opps How…
SPI Chamber Open House, Ribbon Cutting & Mixer
South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce 321 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesJoin the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce Jan. 26 as it holds a ribbon cutting, open house and mixer at its new offices. Chamber members and area businesses may attend.
How Secure is Your Company’s Network?
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce 1600 University Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and ArkWare LLC present "How Secure is Your Company's Network?" at the chamber Jan. 27. In this workshop, participants will learn about: Computers The internet Viruses Data Protection The dark web Dustin Salinas of ArkWare will present this installment of the Cybersecurity for Businesses Series. This workshop is free and open to the community. Regisiter online. For more information, contact the Brownsville Chamber.
Winter Migrating & Resident Birds with Thamara Hernandez
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesQuinta Mazatlán hosts Thamara Hernandez, Urban Park Ranger at Santa Ana NWR, on Jan. 27 in an outdoor presentation on winter migrating and resident birds of the Rio Grande Valley. In North America there are 338 bird species that are Nearctic-Neotropical migrants. Of those 338 species, 333 of them have been documented in Texas. The 615 species of birds on record in Texas are the highest record of any other…
Friday With The City: City Manager’s Annual Update
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce 1600 University Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Brownsville presents the annual City Manager's Update during Friday with the City on Jan. 28. Friday with the City is an initiative of the chamber in partnership with the City of Brownsville which provides an update to the community. Topics include growth, progress and the future of the city. Community members may submit questions for the presenters in advance…
Credits, Deductions and Taxes for your Business
WebinarDid you recently start a business or planning to start one? While starting a business is an exciting venture, it can be overwhelming and daunting to navigate without proper planning, understanding and execution. Understanding your tax obligation is one key to business success. When you start a business, you need to know about income taxes, payroll taxes and much more. Knowing how to avoid the top tax mistakes that small…
Tri-City Classic 2022
Primera Park 22893 Stuart Place Road, Primera, TX, United StatesThe City of Primera partners up with the city of Combes and Palm Valley to present the first annual Tri-City Classic 2022 event on Jan. 29. The 5k/10k run will begin at 8 a.m. For more information and sponsorship opportunities, contact Primera City Hall.
SPI Kite Fest
SPI Convention Center 7355 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, United StatesThe SPI Kite Fest is back for 2022 at the SPI Convention Center Feb. 3-5 for indoor kite performances and the outdoor festival. The weekend also includes On the Flats and a banquet at the Isla Grand Beach Resort.
Women Empowering Women: Dr. Linda Burke
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce's hit event Women Empowering Women returns this year on Feb. 3 with Dr. Linda Burke. Women Empowering Women is a monthly series which invites an empowered woman from the Harlingen community as a keynote speaker. Speakers tell their stories of how they rose to prominence or overcame difficulties that prevented them from shining. To RSVP or more information, contact Lauren Campbell.