Events
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Back To School Blast Off
International Museum of Art & Science 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen, TX, United StatesBlast off back to school with the IMAS and McAllen Public Utility on Aug. 14. This event features hands-on art and science activities in celebration of the James Webb Space Telescope’s first images. The event also includes community tables, free books and planetarium presentations. A virtual Webb Expert Panel takes place at 2:30 p.m. This is event is free for McAllen residents.
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Lunch & Learn – Business 201
Casa de Palmas Hotel 101 North Main Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesChase Bank and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce present a Lunch & Learn workshop Aug. 18, "Business 201." Lunch choices include a tropical chicken salad sandwich, roast beef po-boy or strawberry grapefruit salad. This workshop is part of a series of eight Lunch & Learn workshops with offerings in English and Spanish. RSVP is required by contacting the chamber or registering online.
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GMCC Membership Recruitment Mixer
Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce 202 W Tom Landry Street, Mission, TX, United StatesJoin the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce for a membership recruitment mixer on Aug. 18. Evening includes hors d'oeuvres and libations. The chamber encourages all members to attend, network and get to know fellow GMCC members. The chamber also highly encourages all members to bring a guest who is interested in joining the GMCC family. RSVP by contacting the chamber.
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McAllen ISD Town Hall Meeting: Safety & Security
McAllen High School Auditorium 2021 La Vista Ave., McAllen, TX, United StatesJoin McAllen ISD on Aug. 18 for a presentation and discussion on safety and security measures the district has in place for the protection of students and staff at the schools. This event is free at the McAllen High School Auditorium. For more information, call 956-928-8990.
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Night of Giving
Weslaco Museum 500 South Texas Blvd., Weslaco, TX, United StatesThe Weslaco Museum invites the public to a Night of Giving on Aug. 18 to focus on raising awareness for Love 146 and Polaris. The museum will also accept donations on the organizations' behalf.
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Brownsville Chamber of Commerce 85th Anniversary Gala
Brownsville Events Center 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe Brownsville Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 85th Anniversary with a black-tie gala at the Brownsville Events Center on Aug. 18. Since 1937, the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce has been the community's leading membership-driven advocate and champion for business. Its primary objective is to create a climate of growth and success in our community. Individual chamber member tickets are $100 each; non-member $125 each. Register online or contact the chamber.
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Food Park Unplugged
McAllen Food Park 10 N. Broadway, McAllen, United StatesFood Park Unplugged takes place every third Friday at McAllen Food Park at 10 North Broadway. The Aug. 19 installment includes the regular lineup of live music and dishes by food truck chefs. Patrons may also shop local craft and collectibles vendors. This event is family and pet friendly. Free admission into the park. For more information, call the McAllen Chamber of Commerce.
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South Texas Builders Expo
Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance 118 Paseo del Prado, Edinburg, United StatesThe South Texas Builders Expo takes place Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Aug. 21 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. The expo hosts the region's top exhibitors in homebuilding products, service solutions and up-to-date technology. Entrance to the two-day expo is free. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet hundreds of builders from the industry's top companies as well as…
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Chamber Connect +
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce 1600 University Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United StatesJoin the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce on Aug. 22 for Chamber Connect +. The event provides information on what the Brownsville Chamber can do for you. Current members can also receive a refresher on membership benefits. Attendees learn how to: take advantage of membership benefits join a committee stay connected with the members-only online portal set up a membership profile This event is free and open to the community. For…
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Lunch & Learn – Marketing in a Digital World
Casa de Palmas Hotel 101 North Main Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesChase Bank and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce present a Lunch & Learn workshop Aug. 23, "Marketing in a Digital World." Lunch choices include a tropical chicken salad sandwich, roast beef po-boy or strawberry grapefruit salad. This workshop is part of a series of eight Lunch & Learn workshops with offerings in English and Spanish. RSVP is required by contacting the chamber or registering online.
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E-Commerce Roadmap: Getting Your Business Online
WebinarWhat tools do you need to get your business online? Are you interested in launching an online business? Do you want to grow your existing business through online sales? UTRGV SBDC's "E-Commerce Roadmap: Getting Your Business Online" webinar on Aug. 24 assists small business owners searching for the proper tools in electronic commerce. Topics include the following: Overview of electronic commerce Technical requirements to launching an e-commerce strategy or business…
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Legislative Update Luncheon 2022
Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 2721 South 10th Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesJoin the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce on Aug. 25 to discuss our legislative updates at the Legislative Update Luncheon 2022. State legislators present a summary of how recent bills will affect business, education, health, transportation, etc. There will be an open Q&A session for those in attendance. Tickets are $50 for individuals, $600 for a reserved table for eight people. Contact the RGVHCC office for reserved tables. Buy tickets online.