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SUMMARY:Friday With The City: City Manager's Annual Update
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nFriday 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. \nCommunity members may submit questions for the presenters in advance online. Registration is also available online. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/friday-with-the-city-city-managers-annual-update/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220127T180000
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SUMMARY:Winter Migrating & Resident Birds with Thamara Hernandez
DESCRIPTION:Quinta 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. \nIn 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 state. About 54 percent of them are Nearctic-Neotropical migratory birds. The Rio Grande Valley is one of the most biologically diverse areas in North America. \nMigratory birds provide numerous ecosystem services such as pest control\, plant pollination\, serve as food source for other wildlife\, and attract millions of birders and nature enthusiasts from all over the world. \nAbout Thamara Hernandez\nWorking for the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge right along the banks of the Rio Grande river\, Hernandez has a responsibility to maintain the refuge for these magnificent migratory birds on their journeys. A Rio Grande Valley native Hernandez grew up in San Juan. Her passion for the environment and conservation was instilled early on by her family who worked in agriculture fields. She learned firsthand all the hard work that goes into maintaining a healthy environment. Through her role as Urban Park Ranger\, Hernandez has played an active role in educating her community on the importance of protecting and conserving the natural habitat of the Rio Grande Valley. \nTickets are $5 per person. Pre-purchased tickets are recommended online at www.quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/winter-migrating-resident-birds-with-thamara-hernandez/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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SUMMARY:How Secure is Your Company's Network?
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and ArkWare LLC present “How Secure is Your Company’s Network?” at the chamber Jan. 27. \nIn this workshop\, participants will learn about:\n\nComputers\nThe internet\nViruses\nData\nProtection\nThe dark web\n\nDustin Salinas of ArkWare will present this installment of the Cybersecurity for Businesses Series. \nThis workshop is free and open to the community. Regisiter online. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/how-secure-is-your-companys-network/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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GEO:25.8979742;-97.4945709
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T190000
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CREATED:20220111T185305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T002722Z
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SUMMARY:SPI Chamber Open House\, Ribbon Cutting & Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join 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.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spi-chamber-open-house-ribbon-cutting-mixer/
LOCATION:South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce\, 321 Padre Blvd.\, South Padre Island\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@spichamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T130000
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CREATED:20220118T145003Z
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SUMMARY:How to do Business With the Federal Government - 2022 New Year Goal
DESCRIPTION:Learn “How to do Business With the Federal Government” in this webinar Jan. 26\, covering the basics to government contracting for small businesses. \nParticipants 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. \nTopics include:\n\nWhat is SAM.GOV\nWhat are the NAICS codes\nWhat is FED Biz Opps\nHow do government agencies buy products and services\nWhat is the Dynamic Small Business Search\nWhich website is used by contracting entities to source contractors\nWhich NAICS codes and how many should you use\nWhat is a good “Capability Statement”\n\nIn addition\, learn about SBA resources and Resource Partner programs to help small businesses start\, grow\, expand and recover. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/how-to-do-business-with-the-federal-government-2022-new-year-goal/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220110T161630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T161804Z
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SUMMARY:SBDC: Business Branding Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Do 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. \nThis 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. \nThis webinar shares practical branding strategies for increased sales and discusses the impact a brand has on the value of a business. \nTopics include:\n\nProtecting your brand\nBrand messaging\nBrand alignment\n\nThis webinar session is presented by Jaenie Longoria\, Global Business Consultant with Biz Media Firm. \nThis webinar is hosted by the UTRGV SBDC with promotional support by the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce\, RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, San Benito Chamber of Commerce\, and Starr County Industrial Foundation. \nRegister online. Deadline applies.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sbdc-business-branding-strategies/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="UTRGV Small Business Development Center":MAILTO:sbdc@utrgv.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220124T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220107T203232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T203358Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Connect +
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \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-3/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220124
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220113T150734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T203057Z
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SUMMARY:SPI Market Days
DESCRIPTION:Visit 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. \nFood truck will be serving breakfast and lunch\, \nAdmission is $1\, parking is free.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spi-market-days/2022-01-21/
LOCATION:SPI Convention Center\, 7355 Padre Blvd.\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Padre Island Convention & Visitors Bureau":MAILTO:info@sopadre.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220111T183206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T183514Z
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SUMMARY:“Healthy-Delicious-Better! Mediterranean Cuisine”
DESCRIPTION:Chef Nancy Melhem\nQuinta Mazatlán hosts Chef Nancy Melhem from Greens & Lemons on Jan. 20 for a night of healthy Mediterranean Recipes & Tapas Tasting Outdoors at Thursday Night Live.  \nMelhem will showcase some of her favorite recipes and discuss the benefits of Mediterranean dishes. Mediterranean food is based on the traditional cuisines of Greece\, Italy\, Egypt and other countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. Plant-based foods\, such as whole grains\, vegetables\, legumes\, fruits\, nuts\, seeds\, herbs and spices\, are the foundation of Mediterranean cuisine. \nMelhem is the founder and head chef of Greens & Lemons restaurant in Mission. She started her business from the grounds up sharing her love of cooking and healthy dishes through social media as a contract chef for private clients. As her clientele grew\, Melhem decided to take a leap of faith and invest in her own establishment. Her passion for making delicious meals and providing quality products proved a success as Greens and Lemons is now one of the premiere healthy eateries in the Rio Grande Valley. \n“Many people associate eating healthy to lose weight. However\, following a balanced diet is good for everyone and its benefits are not only limited to weight control. Eating healthy is not a regimen\, it is a lifestyle in which you provide your body with what it needs to keep you healthy\, fit and happier than ever.” –Greens & Lemons \nPre-purchased tickets recommended at $5 each. Tickets available for purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. \nFor more information\, contact Quinta Mazatlán.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/healthy-delicious-better-mediterranean-cuisine/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220107T202305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T202457Z
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SUMMARY:SBDC Smart Start
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a business idea? Are you interested in starting your own business? \n“SBDC Smart Start” Jan. 20 at the UTRGV CESS Building in Edinburg provides the information and steps necessary for a smart business start. UTRGV SBDC will get participants ready for a one-to-one\, business advisement session for ongoing assistance. \nThis seminar is presented by the UTRGV SBDC with promotional support from area resource partners: Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, Greater Pharr Chamber of Commerce and Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/sbdc-smart-start-5/
LOCATION:UTRGV Edinburg CESS Bldg\, 1407 E. Freddy Gonzalez Drive\, Edinburg\, TX\, 78542\, 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:20220120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T100000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220111T184415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T184415Z
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SUMMARY:SPI Coffee and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join the South Padre Island Chamber for “Coffee and Conversation” to hear about new county projects on Jan. 20 at Padre Island Brewing Co. \nGreg Weykemp\, director of design for Edgewater Resources\, will serve as speaker for the January installment. Weykemp will address the possibility of bringing a deep-water marina to South Padre Island.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/spi-coffee-and-conversation-12/
LOCATION:Padre Island Brewing Company\, 3400 Padre Blvd.\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@spichamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220107T200256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T200256Z
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SUMMARY:How Much is Your Company's Data Worth?
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce presents “How Much is Your Company’s Data Worth?” Jan. 18 as part the Cybersecurity for Businesses Series. Seminar presenter is Dustin Salinas of ArkWare LLC. \nIn this workshop\, participants will learn about: \n\nViruses\nData\nAnd the Dark Web\n\nThis event is free and open to the community. Register online. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/how-much-is-your-companys-data-worth/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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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:20220113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220105T185641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T190036Z
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SUMMARY:RGV Hispanic Chamber Meet & Greet New Member Reception
DESCRIPTION:Meet other new members of the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Jan. 13 at the EBC Business Center. \nLearn about the chamber’s benefits and services\, and participate in some networking while enjoying food and beverages. \nFor more information\, contact the chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/rgv-hispanic-chamber-meet-greet-new-member-reception/
LOCATION:EBC Business Center\, 801 E. Fern\, Suite 131\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220113T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220113T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151654
CREATED:20220105T183657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T184104Z
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SUMMARY:Creating a Well-Balanced Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:A marketing strategy should not only be catered to your budget\, but to your industry. In the “Creating a Well-Balanced Marketing Strategy” webinar Jan. 13\, Jennifer Mann will share her expertise on the different layers of a marketing strategy. \nMann will also talk about how using analytics to adjust your marketing strategy throughout the year is important. \nParticipants will be emailed online meeting details upon their registration. Participants are encouraged to email their questions in advance to smithje@uhv.edu. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/creating-a-well-balanced-marketing-strategy/
LOCATION:Online\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jean Smith":MAILTO:smithje@uhv.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20220105T184611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T184635Z
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SUMMARY:Payroll Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Hiring 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. “Payroll Compliance” on Jan. 12 sheds light on the compliance requirements of payroll. \nSeminar 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\nThis seminar is presented by a Business & HR Advisor with the UTRGV Small Business Development Center. \nThis seminar is hosted by the UTRGV SBDC with promotional support by the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, Rio Grande City Public Library\, RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, Starr County Industrial Foundation\, and Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/payroll-compliance-12/
LOCATION:UTRGV Edinburg CESS Bldg\, 1407 E. Freddy Gonzalez Drive\, Edinburg\, TX\, 78542\, 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:20220110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20220105T190719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T190719Z
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SUMMARY:January Manic Monday Mixer '22
DESCRIPTION:Looking forward to starting a positive new business year? Want to create new business contacts for 2022? Join the RGV Hispanic Chamber as they celebrate the beginning of a new year at the January Manic Monday Mixer Jan. 10. \nBusiness people will gather to enjoy appetizers and beverages while networking and creating new business leads. \nAnyone donating a door prize gets an extra opportunity to talk about their business. So plenty of business cards are definitely recommended. \nFor more information on the Manic Monday Mixer or the benefits of the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce membership benefits\, call the chamber at 928-0060.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/january-manic-monday-mixer-22/
LOCATION:La Quinta Convention Center Hotel\, 801 S. Ware Road\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
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SUMMARY:Valley Nature Poetry with Katherine Hoerth
DESCRIPTION:Katherine Hoerth\nQuinta Mazatlán World Birding Center hosts author and poet Katherine Hoerth Jan. 6  for a night of eco-poetry and special reading/book signing of her most recent publication “Prairie Madness.” The visit is part of the Nature Speaker Series at Quinta Mazatlán. \nA McAllen native\, Hoerth captures the culture of South Texas. She paints a lasting image of one of the most biologically diverse regions in the country\, the Rio Grande Valley.  \nHoerth is the author of five poetry collections\, including Flare Stacks in Full Bloom\, Borderland Mujeres\, Prairie Madness and Goddess Wears Cowboy Boots. She is the 2015 recipient of the Helen C. Smith Prize for the best book of poetry in Texas. She is also the recipient of the 2021 Poetry of the Plains Prize from North Dakota State University Press. Her work has been published in numerous literary magazines including Summerset Review\, Valparaiso Review and Southwestern American Literature. She is a member of the Texas Institute of Letters. In 2017\, she joined the English department at Lamar University as an assistant professor of creative writing and editor-in-chief of Lamar University Literary Press. \nHoerth’s most recent publication Prairie Madness won the 2021 Poetry of Plains and Prairies Award from North Dakota State University Press.  \nTickets for the event are $5 per person. Pre-purchased tickets recommended. Tickets are available for purchase online.  \nFor more information\, contact Quinta Mazatlán and follow Quinta Mazatlán on social media.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/valley-nature-poetry-with-katherine-hoerth/
LOCATION:Quinta Mazatlan\, 600 Sunset Drive\, McAllen\, TX\, 78503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211229T161436Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-Valley Hotelier Quarterly Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The Weslaco Chamber hosts its quarterly Hotelier Meeting Jan. 6 for Mid-Valley hoteliers. The meeting is in partnership with the Texas Hotel and Lodging Association.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mid-valley-hotelier-quarterly-luncheon/
LOCATION:Weslaco Business Visitor and Event Center\, 275 S. Kansas\, Weslaco\, TX\, 78596\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weslaco Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@weslaco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211214T200645Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Connect +
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re looking to learn more about what the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce can do for you or you just need a refresher on your membership benefits\, join the Brownsville Chamber for Chamber Connect + Dec. 27. \nParticipants 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\nThis event is free and open to the community. Register online. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/chamber-connect-2/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211214T201317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T201317Z
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SUMMARY:Hot Cocoa For Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Join the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce for Hot Cocoa For Heroes Dec. 20. The chamber will give out hot cocoa\, sweet bread and tamales to veterans and first responders.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/hot-cocoa-for-heroes/
LOCATION:Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce\, 311 E. Tyler Ave.\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211217T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211208T194535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T194950Z
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SUMMARY:Food Park Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:Food Park Unplugged takes place Dec. 17 at McAllen Food Park. Every 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-6/
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:20211216T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211208T195755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T195755Z
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SUMMARY:Business & Tamales Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its annual Business & Tamales Open House at the chamber on Dec. 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. \nDeliah’s Tamales will provide tamales\, rice and beans. \nRSVP with Gerry Garcia at 956-682-2871.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/business-tamales-open-house-2/
LOCATION:McAllen Chamber of Commerce\, 1200 Ash Ave.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, 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:20211216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211208T201239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T203004Z
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SUMMARY:How Businesses Obtain Credit
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and BBVA for an online financial education workshop Dec. 16. \nIn this workshop\, participants will:\n\nLearn how small businesses build and maintain credit\nExplore how creditworthiness is measured for small businesses\nExamine the connection between personal and business credit\nIdentify the documents you’ll need for small business credit applications\n\nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/how-businesses-obtain-credit-3/
LOCATION:Webinar
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:20211214T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211208T193642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T193642Z
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SUMMARY:Rescue Me Resale 10th Anniversary & Annual Holiday Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join Rescue Me Resale on South Padre Island for its 10th anniversary with its annual Christmas Mixer Dec. 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. \nRescue Me Resale is a resale shop ran by Friends of Animal Rescue. We have new and gently used items. Rescue Me Resale’s profits go to offset the costs of vetting\, caring for\, and adopting out homeless animals.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/rescue-me-resale-10th-anniversary-annual-holiday-mixer/
LOCATION:Rescue Me Resale\, 4908 Padre Blvd\,\, South Padre Island\, TX\, 78597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toni Hurt":MAILTO:spirmrpr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211208T184913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T184913Z
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SUMMARY:Santa Dash 5k Fun Run
DESCRIPTION:The Weslaco Chamber of Commerce and RGV Theme Runs present the return of the annual Santa Dash fun run. Join in kicking off the Weslaco Christmas Parade on Dec. 11 at 5 p.m. Each runner will get receive a five-piece Santa Suit\, a medal and a bib. \nRegister online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/santa-dash-5k-fun-run/
LOCATION:Weslaco City Hall\, 255 South Kansas Ave.\, Weslaco\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations,Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211201T175407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T175636Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Lions Market Days
DESCRIPTION:Join friends and neighbors for Mission Lions Market Days Dec. 11 at Mission Market Square. The market includes arts and crafts\, antiques\, jewelry\, clothing\, food and music. Free community bingo is also part of the event. \nThe market takes place every month on the second Saturday.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mission-lions-market-days-4/
LOCATION:Mission Market Square\, 200 West Tom Landry\, Mission\, TX\, 78572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211208T200506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T200506Z
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SUMMARY:"A Christmas Affair"
DESCRIPTION:The McAllen Chamber of Commerce’s All About Women Committee and Frost Bank host “A Christmas Affair” shopping event Dec. 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the McAllen Chamber. The evening begins with a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception from 5:30-6:30 p.m. from Taco Palenque\, On the Grill Restaurant and Birdie Bistro. Shopping takes place until 8 p.m. \nFor more information or to RSVP\, contact Gerry Garcia at 956-682-2871.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/a-christmas-affair/
LOCATION:McAllen Chamber of Commerce\, 1200 Ash Ave.\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211201T181017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T181154Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity for Businesses Series: Business Network Security
DESCRIPTION:The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with ArkWare LLC present the “Business Network Security” workshop Dec. 9. The latest installment of the Cybersecurity for Businesses Series features guest speaker Dustin Salinas of ArkWare. \nIn this workshop\, participants will learn about: \n\nComputers\nThe Internet\nViruses\nData\nProtection\nAnd the Dark Web\n\nRegister online. \nFor more information\, contact the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/cybersecurity-for-businesses-series-business-network-security/
LOCATION:Brownsville Chamber of Commerce\, 1600 University Blvd.\, Brownsville\, TX\, 78520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminars and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211129T200545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T200545Z
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SUMMARY:Harlingen Workforce Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:The City of Harlingen and Harlingen EDC\, in partnership with Workforce Solutions Cameron\, host the Workforce Wednesday Dec. 8. The hiring event takes place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Casa de Amistad\, 1204 Fair Park Blvd. in Harlingen. \nWorkforce Wednesday will host dozens of employers seeking to fill part-time and full-time positions. Employers participating in the Dec. 8 event include Harlingen CISD\, Harlingen Waterworks System\, Harlingen Medical Center and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health\, among others. \nWorkforce Solutions Cameron and the Harlingen EDC is also recruiting employers to participate. The event is free to participate in and open to the public. \nEmployers can call or the Harlingen EDC to participate. Employers can also register online.
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/harlingen-workforce-wednesday/
LOCATION:Casa de Amistad\, 1204 Fair Park Blvd.\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiring events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Workforce Solutions Cameron":MAILTO:info@wfscameron.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211206T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211206T083000
DTSTAMP:20260419T151655
CREATED:20211201T181718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T182000Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee With the President
DESCRIPTION:Harlingen Chamber’s Javier De Leon has a personal face-to-face sit-down with members of the community on Dec. 6 at the chamber. De Leon will also 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/coffee-with-the-president-4/
LOCATION:Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce\, 311 E. Tyler Ave.\, Harlingen\, TX\, 78550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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