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SUMMARY:RGVHCC Meet & Greet New Member Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts a New Member Reception Feb. 24. Meet other new members\, and learn about the chamber’s benefits and services. \nNetwork while enjoying food and beverages. \nIf you are not new to the chamber and would like to welcome new members\, you are welcome to join. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/rgvhcc-meet-greet-new-member-reception/
LOCATION:RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, 801 E. Fern\, Suite 143\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Chamber Connect +
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce hosts Chamber Connect + on Feb. 28. This free event offers information on what the chamber can do for you while also providing a refresher on current member benefits. \nAttendees will learn how to: \n\nTake advantage of your membership benefits\nJoin a committee\nStay connected with your members-only online portal\nSet up your membership profile\n\nRegister online. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/chamber-connect-4/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T113000
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SUMMARY:Good Day McAllen
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its Good Day McAllen Luncheon March 3. Connect with the newest chamber members and rekindle with existing members. \nProgram will begin promptly at noon with emcees Jim Darling and Tony Forina. \nDoor prizes are part of the luncheon. A name will also be drawn for a chance to win a $1\,400 cash grand prize. Must be present to win. If there is no winner\, the cash prize will increase to $1\,500. \nRSVP by calling 956-682-2871.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/good-day-mcallen-2/
LOCATION:DoubleTree Suites by Hilton\, 1800 S 2nd Street\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T190000
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SUMMARY:GMCC Member Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce March 3 from 5-7 p.m. at the Cimarron Country Club for an opportunity to network within the business community. \nTo RSVP\, email amanda@missionchamber.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/gmcc-member-mixer/
LOCATION:Cimarron Country Club\, 1200 S. Shary Road\, Mission\, TX\, 78572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T180000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Gardening with Stephanie Kasper
DESCRIPTION:Stephanie Kasper\nInterested in starting your own vegetable garden? Not sure where to start? Ask an experienced farmer for tips and tricks on how to begin and maintain your own garden at the Nature Speaker Series. Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center hosts UTRGV research farmer Stephanie Kasper on March 3 for a special presentation on sustainable agriculture and growing food in the Rio Grande Valley. \nThis presentation will discuss strategies for starting and maintaining vegetable gardens under challenging South Texas conditions. \nKasper is a research farmer at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Here\, she studies soil health practices and manages the Hub of Prosperity Farm. The farm began in 2019 for community-facing sustainable agriculture research and education. With agricultural experience at scales ranging from apartment patio to 200-acre ranch\, she believes everyone can be involved in creative and sustainable food production solutions. \nTickets are $5 and available for purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/backyard-gardening-with-stephanie-kasper/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220306
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SUMMARY:Health & Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:Rio Grande City holds its first annual free Community Health and Wellness Fair March 4 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and March 5 from 9 a.m. to noon at the AC2E Elementary School in Fort Ringgold. \nDedicated to the health and wellness needs of families in the Rio Grande City area\, local clinicians and health professionals will provide free health screenings\, medical information\, education and health-related services including the following: \n\nCholesterol Screenings\nBlood Pressure Screenings\nLiver Scans\nMedical Weight Loss\nRehabilitation Consulting\nBehavioral Health\nCar Seat Checks\nFlu Vaccines\nCardiovascular Disease\nDiabetes Screening\nCardiac Health Screening\nAlzheimer’s Disease Screening\n\nVendors and health care service providers may register online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/health-wellness-fair/
LOCATION:AC2E Elementary School in Fort Ringgold\, Fort Ringgold\, Rio Grande City\, 78582
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angelina Villarreal":MAILTO:avillarreal@cityofrgc.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220305
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Keep McAllen Beautiful hosts its in-person Arbor Day Celebration March 5\, with a 5K\, 10K\, kids 2K and 25-mile bike ride and social bike ride. The celebration also includes educational booths and tree workshops. \nRegister for run and biking events online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/arbor-day-celebration/
LOCATION:McAllen Munical Park\, 1921 North Bicentennial Blvd.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keep McAllen Beautiful":MAILTO:kmb@mcallen.net
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Report with the Chamber President
DESCRIPTION:Harlingen Chamber of Commerce’s Javier De Leon has a personal face-to-face sit-down March 7 with members of the community. De Leon will talk about what the Harlingen Chamber offers\, some of its initiatives and how to properly utilize chamber membership. \nThis event is open to the entire community and is free.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/quarterly-report-with-the-chamber-president/
LOCATION:Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce\, 311 E. Tyler Ave.\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T130000
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SUMMARY:McAllen Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The annual McAllen Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon takes place March 10 honoring McAllen businesswomen. This year’s honorees are owner of Cantu Special Events Blanca Cantu\, owner and CEO of Mego Afek USA Raquel Hochman and CEO of Bert Ogden Auto Group Natasha Del Barrio. \nThe honorees will share how they overcame adversity and challenges to reach their business goals. \nThe event includes lunch by the DoubleTree Hotel. The cost to attend the event is $40 for chamber members or $60 for non-members. Sponsorships and reserved tables are available. There will also be swag bags and door prize giveaways. \nThe McAllen Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon is presented by the McAllen Chamber All About Women Committee\, the City of McAllen\, The Law Office of John David Franz\, Oh Kay’s\, Embassy Suites by Hilton McAllen/On the Border\, and Socialife Magazine. \nFor more information or to make a reservation\, contact Gerry Garcia at 956-682-2871.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mcallen-legendary-businesswomens-luncheon/
LOCATION:DoubleTree Suites by Hilton\, 1800 S 2nd Street\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards and Recognitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T110000
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SUMMARY:Spring Habitat Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Springtime means an opportunity to keep expanding the SPI Birding\, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary‘s habitats. Lend the staff a hand March 12 as they plant native trees\, shrubs and nectar plants in effort to get the grounds in shape to benefit the upcoming spring bird and Monarch migration. \nThe center has some shovels\, garden tools and gloves\, but volunteers bringing their own is helpful. \nVolunteers who stay for two hours receive free admission to the center for the day.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spring-habitat-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:South Padre Island Birding\, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary\, 6801 Padre Boulevard\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T120000
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SUMMARY:National Plant a Flower Day at the Mazatlan Morning
DESCRIPTION:March 12 is National Plant a Flower Day and Quinta Mazatlan is celebrating with Mazatlan Morning from 9 a.m. to noon with the Native Plant Sale\, Talk\, Walk & Seed Bombing. \nMcAllen urban ecologist John Brush presents a program at 10 a.m. titled “Quinta in Bloom\,” highlighting the native flowers around the sanctuary. \nMike Heep\, Valley’s native plant nursery owner\, will sell plants from 9 a.m. to noon with a presentation at 11 a.m. This is an opportunity for attendees to ask questions about what to grow in a garden. \nKids and adults alike can make Seed Bombs to take home and toss anywhere they would like to cover with flowers.  Seed Bombs are balls made out of clay\, compost and seeds.  Apparently\, Seed Bombs were first used in the 70’s to “bomb” large vacant lots in New York City with flowers—they called it guerilla gardening. \nThe event is free with park admission of $3 for adults\, $2 for children\, and ages 2 and under are free. Reserve your tickets online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com in order for the park to prepare accordingly. \nFor more information\, contact Quinta Mazatlan or follow Quinta Mazatlan on social media.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/national-plant-a-flower-day-at-the-mazatlan-morning/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T203000
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SUMMARY:Tamales & Menudo Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, LiftFund and PeopleFund for Tamales & Menudo March 16 at Fireman’s Pump House. The appreciation mixer shows appreciation to those in the small business community. \nThe evening includes door prizes and cocktails. \nTo RSVP or receive more information\, contact the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/tamales-menudo-mixer/
LOCATION:Firemen’s Pump House\, 201 North 1st Street\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T113000
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CREATED:20220308T154604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T154604Z
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SUMMARY:Federal HUBZone Program + Texas HUB Program Certification
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, U.S. Small Business Administration and the UTRGV Procurement Technical Assistance Center present Federal HUBZone Certification Program + Texas HUB Program Certification on March 17. \nThe federal government uses special programs to help small businesses win at least at 23 percent of all federal contracting dollars each year. \nTo help provide a level playing field for small businesses located in a HUBZone area the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the Federal HUBZone Programs. \nThe federal government’s goal is to award at least three percent of all federal contracting dollars to HUBZone-certified small businesses each year. The presenters will also cover the Texas HUB Program certification. \nDiscover and Learn:\n\nIf Government Contracting is for you?\nWhat are the benefits for being HUBZone certified firms.\nIf you qualify for the HUBZone Program.\nAre you in a designated HUBZone area?\nSteps on How to do Business with the Federal Government.\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/federal-hubzone-program-texas-hub-program-certification-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownsville Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@brownsvillechamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T180000
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SUMMARY:“Beginner’s Luck: My First Year of Birding” With Avrel Seale
DESCRIPTION:Avrel Seale\nLooking to begin birdwatching? Join Avrel Seale for “Beginner’s Luck: My First Year of Birding” at 6 p.m. March 17 at the Nature Speaker Series at Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center. \nA Valley native living in Austin\, Seale is the author of 10 books and a writer for the University of Texas at Austin. The youngest son of Jan Seale and the late Carl Seale\, he is also the brother of Erren and Ansen\, all of whom have been heavily involved with Quinta Mazatlán over many years. Seale began filming and photographing birds during the catastrophic winter storm of February 2021 and never stopped. His presentation will include a video highlighting the best captures of his first year of birding. Nearly all of his subjects were filmed in Texas\, including at Quinta Mazatlán\, Estero Llano Grande State Park near Weslaco and South Padre Island. \nFor Seale\, the challenge of photography is greater due to a major stroke four years ago. Seale can use only his left hand\, and camera shutter releases are almost exclusively on the right. Despite this hurdle Seale persevered and picked up tips and tricks on how to capture stunning images of birds. He utilized a mix of tools to build his bird knowledge\, including traditional field guides and Facebook groups\, as well as apps such as Merlin\, eBird and iNaturalist. \nBeginning Birding\nCapturing images of nature does not require an advanced professional camera. Nature photography can begin with your own cell phone camera. In addition to digital photography\, Seale uses a cell phone and a spotting scope. This captures slow-motion video revealing extraordinary details of bird behavior too quick to notice in real time. \nThe benefits of birding include improving physical and mental health by staying active and reducing stress. Birders engage with community and other birders while providing a positive economic impact on the community. Birding can happen almost anywhere from a local park to a back yard. It also does not require any extras to begin. As long as you have an interest\, it’s never too late or too early to begin your birding journey. \n“They say youth is wasted on the young\, and I was woefully disinterested in birds for all those years I lived in the Valley\,” Seale mused. “I guess I had to move 350 miles away before I realized that my hometown is basically the center of the birding universe.” \nTickets are $5 per person. Pre-purchased tickets recommended. Tickets available for purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/beginners-luck-my-first-year-of-birding-with-avrel-seale/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
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SUMMARY:Harlingen State of the City Address 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Rotary Club of Harlingen and City of Harlingen present the State of the City Address on March 18 at 11:30 a.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. This is a non-partisan event. \nFor more event details or table sponsorships\, contact Pamela Leverett.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/harlingen-state-of-the-city-address-2022/
LOCATION:Harlingen Convention Center\, 701 Harlingen Heights Drive\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78552\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pamela Leverett":MAILTO:prhfd2005@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T220000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220308T155403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T155403Z
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SUMMARY:Food Park Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:Food Park Unplugged takes place March 18 at McAllen Food Park. \nEvery third Friday of the month\, enjoy the sounds of local crooners while feasting on dishes by Food Truck chefs. Take a stroll and do some shopping from local craft and collectibles vendors. This event is family- and pet-friendly. \nFree admission into the park.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/food-park-unplugged-8/
LOCATION:McAllen Food Park\, 10 N. Broadway\, McAllen\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220308T160317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T160317Z
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SUMMARY:QuickBooks Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to get the most out of your QuickBooks software with this no-cost virtual roundtable March 22. Meet with other small business owners to trade tips and get your questions answered. \nQuickBooks ProAdvisor Mark Martinez will discuss creating custom reports\, common set up problems\, understanding chart of accounts\, bank register\, bank reconciliation and flow of transactions. This opportunity will help attendees polish their QuickBooks skills and increase its ease of use. \nBrought to you by UHV SBDC in partnership with the South-West Texas Border SBDC Network. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/quickbooks-roundtable/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza P. Delgado":MAILTO:esperanza.delgado@utrgv.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T120000
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SUMMARY:Hiring Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Hiring is not just about recruiting employees – it is about sowing the seeds of your reputation. If you want your hiring process to be more than simply finding a warm body to fill a spot\, you need a clear hiring strategy and focused processes. \nThis session reviews best practices for developing an effective hiring strategy: from creating the job description to developing recruiting skill sets – from the interview through the onboarding process. Business owners and managers will be led through a series of questions to help them meet compliance standards while customizing practices to suit their culture. We will also consider best practices for virtual/remote hiring issues. \nDeirdre Pattillo\, project manager with the UTSA SBDC COVID Business Recovery Accelerator\, will present this webinar. \nThis webinar is hosted by the UTRGV SBDC with promotional support from area resource partners: Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce\, Rio Grande City Public Library\, RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce\, Starr County Industrial Foundation\, and Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/hiring-best-practices-2/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza P. Delgado":MAILTO:esperanza.delgado@utrgv.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T161939Z
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SUMMARY:8(a) Business Development Program + Procurement Technical Assistance Center Services
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the UTRGV Procurement Technical Assistance Center present the 8(a) Business Development Certification Program + PTAC Services online workshop on March 24. \nThe federal government uses special programs to help small businesses win at least 23 percent of all federal contracting dollars each year. \nTo help provide a level playing field for small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people or entities\, the government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the 8(a) Business Development Programs. \nThe UTRGV PTAC will also present on services they offer the community. \nDiscover and Learn:\n\nIf Government Contracting is for you?\nWhat are the benefits of being an 8(a) certified firm?\nIf you qualify for the 8(a) program?\nSteps on How to do Business with the Federal Government.\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/8a-business-development-program-procurement-technical-assistance-center-services/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownsville Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@brownsvillechamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220308T162512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T222221Z
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SUMMARY:Payroll Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Are you planning to hire employees? \nHiring employees involves more than just signing a paycheck. Before hiring employees\, business owners must understand and prepare for the additional obligations that come with being an employer. This workshop sheds light on the compliance requirements of payroll. \nWebinar Highlights:\n\nSteps to meeting general State and Federal requirements\nLaws and types of payroll taxes business owners must pay\nContact information for the different agencies that govern payroll taxes\nHelpful resources\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/payroll-compliance-13/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza P. Delgado":MAILTO:esperanza.delgado@utrgv.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220323T184046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T184303Z
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SUMMARY:17th Brownsville Guitar Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Society for the Performing Arts presents the Brownsville Guitar Festival on March 25 and 26. The event features performances by some of the best\, most inventive acoustic guitarists in the world today. \nBerta Rojas\, “guitarist extraordinaire”\, nominated three times for Latin Grammy Awards\, brings her vibrant and uniquely popular style to the stage while Xavier Jara displays talents that won him the world’s most prestigious solo guitar competition.\nCreated by Dr. Michael Quantz in 2001\, the festival was designed to benefit students and music programs of all levels studying music on the guitar. Ensembles from more than 50 cities across the United States and Mexico have participated in the festival. Some of the greats in the classical guitar world have performed and taught for us including Grammy winners David Russell\, the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet\, Jason Vieaux\, and Los Romeros.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/17th-brownsville-guitar-festival/
LOCATION:TSC Performing Arts Center\, 90 Taylor Avenue\, Brownsville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220323T174829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T180603Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Onion Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Texas Onion Fest celebrates the development of the world famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco. The name of the 1015 onion came from the suggested planting date\, Oct. 15. \nThe festivities include live entertainment on two stages\, the exciting Onion Eating Contest\, food\, commercial booths\, kiddie rides\, two performances by the Dancing Horses at the Charro Arena\, 1015 Market\, Car Show\, cooking demonstrations at the Culinary Center and more. \nGates open Saturday at 10 a.m. Parking and admission for 2022 are free. \nFor more information\, call the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/texas-onion-fest/
LOCATION:Downtown Weslaco\, Texas Blvd.\, Weslaco\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@weslaco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220307T212200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T212200Z
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SUMMARY:Brownsville Chamber Connect +
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce March 28 for Chamber Connect + to learn more about what the local chamber of commerce can do for you. Members can also receive a refresher on membership benefits. \nLearn how to: \n\nTake advantage of your membership benefits\nJoin a committee\nStay connected with your members-only online portal\nSet up your membership profile\n\nThis event is free and open to the community. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/brownsville-chamber-connect-4/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brownsville Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@brownsvillechamber.com
GEO:25.8979742;-97.4945709
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220330T200320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T200320Z
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SUMMARY:Tax Tips For Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce April 5 for the “Tax Tips For Your Business” seminar. Accounting experts from CAS CPA LLC will answer questions regarding taxes. \nTopics discussed will include:\n\n100% Meal Deduction\nPPP Loan Forgiveness\nDonation Deduction\nExpired Tax Cuts & Jobs Acts Provisions\nEmployer Retention Tax Credit\nOptimizing Business Tax Deductions\n\nFor more information on this event\, call 956-383-4974. \nRSVP online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/tax-tips-for-your-business/
LOCATION:Edinburg Chamber of Commerce\, 602 W University Drive\, Edinburg\, TX\, 78539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Edinburg Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@edinburg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220323T185030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T185059Z
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SUMMARY:GMCC Lunch and Learn: Business Tax Compliance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce March 30 for a Lunch and Learn session on business tax compliance. \nBusiness tax compliance requires\, like individuals\, for all businesses to pay taxes on the money that they report as income each year. Determining business income and expenses can be complicated\, so it is important for small business owners to have a basic understanding of tax requirements. \nThis session and lunch are free for GMCC members. Non-members are $15. \nTo register for this event\, email amanda@missionchamber.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/gmcc-lunch-and-learn-business-tax-compliance-workshop/
LOCATION:Center for Education and Economic Development (CEED)\, 801 North Bryan Road\, Mission\, TX\, 78572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Rodriguez":MAILTO:amanda@missionchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220328T235309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T235309Z
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SUMMARY:Monarch Fest
DESCRIPTION:Each spring\, Monarch Butterflies migrate north and east around March or April. On April 2\, Quinta Mazatlan hosts the annual Monarch Fest from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in McAllen\, with the Bug Parade at 11 a.m. \nFamily activities include live music\, dance\, vendors\, arts & crafts\, migration path\, speakers\, garden tours\, food and other activities. The main stage features cultural dances and performers throughout the festival. Quinta Mazatlan encourages festival goers to wear orange and wings. \nChildren of all ages will enjoy the Bug Parade with an invitation to dress as a pollinator and walk in the parade. The Bug Parade is led by the famous McHi Drumline\, Butterfly Stilt Walkers and more entertainers. Kids can also meet The Very Hungry Caterpillar along the route. \nAmbassador animals will be on display with presentations by Gladys Porter Zoo and Animal Contacto. Boy Scouts can work on fulfilling badge requirements including Grow Something\, In the Wild\, Feathers-Fur-Fins and the Insect Badge. Girl Scouts can work to complete Outdoor Art Petal\, Animal Habitat\, Garden and Bug Badges. \nAdults will enjoy the live music\, garden tours\, native plant sale\, vendors\, food and monarch/gardening speakers. The streets of “Mazatlan” will feature educational booths hosted by UTRGV Entomology\, Estero Llano Grande\, Resaca de las Palmas\, McAllen Recycling & Composting\, McAllen Fire Station\, McAllen Police Department\, McAllen Library\, McAllen Public Utility\, One Up Mushroom\, Santa Ana NWR\, Texas Master Naturalists and more. \nFestival sponsors are the Radisson Hotel\, Med Care EMS\, Whataburger and many educational organizations and volunteers. \nFestival admission is $7 for adults\, $5 for children\, and children ages 2 and under are admitted free. \nTickets are available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/monarch-fest/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220330T194715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T194715Z
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SUMMARY:McAllen Cruise Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for the second annual “McAllen Classic Car Cruise Night” in McAllen April 2 from 1-7 p.m. Admission is free. \nThe chamber invites all car enthusiasts to come out for a family-friendly event while strolling down memory lane viewing the different decades of automobile history. The event promises to be fun and enjoyable\, with a special guest appearance by the Green Ghost. No alcoholic beverages will be allowed. \nThe classic car cruise will start at the McAllen Chamber led by the Green Ghost. It will then work its way North on Main Street to The Old Church and then back to the McAllen Chamber. Judging will take place at the McAllen Chamber. The announcement of winners will take place in the latter part of the afternoon. \n“We’re excited to have the Green Ghost sponsor the event\,” stated Blanca Cardenas\, Interim President & CEO. “Attendees will have an opportunity to meet and greet and take photos with Charlie Clark\, star of the Green Ghost and the Masters of the Stone\, which will premiere in select theaters on April 29.” \nFor more information about the McAllen Classic Car Cruise\, contact Wally or Maritza at 956-682-2871.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mcallen-cruise-night/
LOCATION:McAllen Chamber of Commerce\, 1200 Ash Ave.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T235900
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220330T194034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T194034Z
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SUMMARY:TSC Ruby Gala
DESCRIPTION:Texas Southmost College continues its celebration of its 95th anniversary April 2 with its Ruby Gala. \nThe night will include a string quartet and live music by Rockstar Denied. Online and live auctions will include sport\, spa and restaurant packages as well as art pieces and jewelry from local donors. The evening also includes a surf and turf dinner. \nThe gala takes place from 6:30 p.m. to midnight on the second floor of the TSC Olivera Student Services building. This is the third celebratory event honoring the college’s 95th anniversary held over the past year.  \nAll proceeds from donors and auction purchases will benefit the TSC Foundation’s student scholarships. \nTSC Foundation scholarships help hundreds of students each year. Most recently\, they have also provided full scholarships to TSC’s Workforce Training students in programs such as Welding\, Scaffolding and Insulation. These programs lead to immediate employment with companies that offer great pay and benefits. 
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/tsc-ruby-gala/
LOCATION:Oliveira Student Services Center\, 2nd Floor\, 80 Fort Brown\, Brownsville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Tumlinson":MAILTO:david.tumlinson@tsc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220403T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220330T201148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T201427Z
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SUMMARY:LAUNCHPAD - Managing Your Money
DESCRIPTION:Join STARSociety April 3 to build foundational knowledge in budgeting and financial planning that will prepare you for your future educational journey. \nLAUNCHPAD is an initiative between the South Texas Astronomical Society (STARS) and Brownsville Public Library System. It aims to facilitate access to STEAM resources and opportunities for students and families in the Brownsville/RGV area. \nCareer Pathways sessions are focused on college readiness and the exploration of potential career pathways. These sessions are led by STARS Director of Education\, Maria Fernanda Martinez.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/launchpad-managing-your-money/
LOCATION:Brownsville Public Library – Main Branch\, 2600 Central Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220404T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T204239
CREATED:20220330T195910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T195910Z
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SUMMARY:RGVHCC Manic Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The RGV Hispanic Chamber hosts its monthly Manic Monday April 4 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. The evening includes appetizers and beverages. \nCome meet and greet members\, and network with new prospective members who wish to use the benefits that the RGVHCC offers. \nThis event is open to all. Attendees may bring a door prize for a chance to talk about their businesses.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/rgvhcc-manic-mixer/
LOCATION:Costa Messa\, 4013 W. Expy 83\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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