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Lunch & Learn - Achieve Your Goals Faster
2021-09-29 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
Managers, business owners, and those who want to increase their efficiency may attend the McAllen Chamber of Commerce’s “Achieve Your Goals Faster” Lunch & Learn Sept. 29 with Esmeralda Adame of Consulting Firm, LLC.
Attendees will learn:

Tactics on time savers
Three effective time management techniques
What are you doing to do with your extra time?

Effective time management makes a person more organized and disciplined. Those that can manage their time achieve their goals faster and are less stressed. Possessing time management skills gives you the luxury of some relaxing time and do more of what you enjoy. Everyone is different therefore the same method does not work for every person. Three effective techniques are: categorizing, time blocking and timer method. Time management skills and tactics can be learned, practiced, and applied to be more effective at work, at home and even in your social life.
Registration is $15 for McAllen chamber members, $20 for non-members. Lunch will be provided
For more information or to register, call Jorge or Michelle at 956-682-2871. Registration is also available online.

Edinburg Chamber Benefit Mixer For Palm Valley Animal Society
2021-09-30 17:00 - 19:00 | PVAS Laurie P. Andrews Center, 2451 N. Expressway 281, Edinburg, TX, 78541, United States
Edinburg Chamber Director of Membership Christina Barrera, PVAS Development Coordinator Arlina Larson, Edinburg Chamber Executive Director Ronnie Larralde, PVAS Executive Director Donna Casamento, and Julian Whitacre.
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce celebrates its September Member of the Month, Palm Valley Animal Society, with a mixer Sept. 30 at PVAS Laurie P. Andrews Center.
The local animal rescue provides lifesaving care, comfort and compassion to animals in need by engaging the hearts, hands and minds of our community. PVAS is celebrating its 15-year membership anniversary.
PVAS serves five municipalities in Hidalgo County, as well as the county at-large. It operates two facilities in Edinburg, taking in approximately 25,000 animals on behalf of 775,000 residents each year. PVAS is on a journey to maintain “no-kill” status, broadly defined as saving 90 percent or more of the animals that enter into their care.
Attendees are encouraged to support the organization by making a donation to pvastx.org/donate.
To RSVP or more information on the upcoming event, visit edinburg.com.

Ride for Rotary Queen Isabella Causeway Cross
2021-10-03 07:00 - 12:00 | Brownsville Event Center, 1 Event Center, Brownsville, 78526, United States
The Rotary Club of Historic Brownsville hosts its annual Ride for Rotary-Queen Isabella Causeway Cross Benefit Ride Oct. 3. The ride crosses over the Queen Isabella Causeway and onto South Padre Island, ending at Longboard Bar & Grill. The ride draws participation from cyclists of all levels and ages.
All proceeds support Rotary’s local projects, which include providing free eye exams and eyeglasses to children, hosting Rotary’s Annual Heart Gallery (an adoption awareness event), funding scholarships for local students, providing Christmas gifts to nursing home residents, and funding for other Rotary International humanitarian projects.

Coffee With the President
2021-10-04 07:30 - 08:30 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
Harlingen Chamber’s Javier De Leon has a personal face-to-face sit-down with members of the community Oct. 4 at the Harlingen Chamber of Commerce.
De Leon will talk about what the Harlingen Chamber offers, some of its initiatives and how to properly utilize chamber membership.
This event is open to the entire community and is free.

Weslaco Quarterly Power Lunch
2021-10-06 11:30 - 13:00 | Memory Blvd, Downtown Weslaco, 501 S. Texas Blvd, Weslaco, TX, United States
The Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce presents its quarterly Power Lunch Oct. 6 with guest speaker Jessica Estevez of Estrategia Group. Attendees will also have an opportunity to network.
Tickets are $25 for chamber members and $30 for non-members.
Register online or by contacting the chamber.

Women Empowering Women - Desirae Salcido
2021-10-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
Join the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce for its Women Empowering Women event Oct. 7 with keynote speaker Desirae Salcido.
Salcido is a sergeant with the Law Enforcement Development Unit for Texas Department of Public Safety. She’s been with the department for 9 years and a sergeant for 6. She is a wife and a mother of three.
RSVP to attend this event. Limited seating available.

Governor’s Small Business Webinar: Identifying Your Target Market
2021-10-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, TX, United States
Who is most likely to use your product or service? Learn how to effectively identify your target market during the next Governor’s Small Business Webinar Oct. 7. A panel of subject-matter experts will discuss the importance of determining your customer base. They will also provide key resources to help small businesses succeed.
The session includes a live Q&A session.
Register online.

McAllen “Man & Woman of the Year" Awards
2021-10-07 18:30 | McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Boulevard, McAllen, TX, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce Oct. 7 to celebrate this year’s Man & Woman of the Year. This year’s honorees are McAllen Police Chief Victor R. Rodriguez and Sally Fraustro-Guerra.
For table reservations or sponsorships, contact Blanca Cardenas at 956-682-2871 or bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com.

Walk For Women Silent Dance Party
2021-10-08 19:00 - 23:00 | Louie’s Backyard, 2305 Laguna Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Walk For Women hosts a Silent Dance Party at Louie’s Backyard Oct. 10 with three channels of music to choose from.
The silent disco is an event where people dance to music listened to on wireless headphones. Rather than using a speaker system, music is broadcast via a radio transmitter with the signal being picked up by wireless headphone receivers worn by the participants. Find someone with the same color headphones as yours and dance with them.
In addition to the Dance Party, Walk For Women hosts a “Bucket Auction” with $5 tickets. Participants can put their ticket in any of 25-30 buckets for the item(s) displayed next to that bucket. Participants can also buy the “Arms Width” string of tickets. For $50, they ca hold their arms out to the side as wide as they can and get a string of tickets as long as their arms.
The Dance Party will also include a live auction of four to five items, including an artist’s original t-shirt artwork.
Admission is $20 per person and includes free hors d’oeuvres. Headphone rental for the Silent Dance is $10.

Walk For Women
2021-10-09 08:30 - 12:00 | South Padre Island Convention Centre, 7355 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Walk For Women honors the breast cancer survivors, fighters and thrivers, and remember those we have lost but who remain in our hearts.
Registration is from 8:30-10 a.m. at the South Padre Island Convention Centre. The walk starts promptly at 10 am. and will also end at the convention centre. Participants are responsible for their own transportation.
The route will go south on Padre Blvd to the Post Office at Mars Street. The route will then turn west to Laguna Blvd. From there, the walk goes north on Laguna to Georgia Ruth. On Georgia Ruth the route will go east back to Padre Blvd, then north back to the Convention Center.

Mission Lions Market Days
2021-10-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Mission Market Square, 200 West Tom Landry, Mission, TX, 78572, United States
Join friends and neighbors for Mission Lions Market Days Oct. 9. The market includes arts and crafts, antiques, jewelry, clothing, food and music. Free community bingo is also part of the event.
The market takes place every month on the second Saturday.

Weslaco Museum Saturday Speaker - Lisa Adam
2021-10-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Weslaco Museum, 500 South Texas Blvd., Weslaco, TX, 78596 At this address, United States
The Weslaco Museum presents Lisa Adam for an encore event on her book “xuai” Oct. 9 at 2 p.m.
Adam is an anthropologist whose research lead her on a journey to “the whispered and fragmented words” of the ancient Coahuiltecan peoples of south Texas and northern Mexico. With Spanish missions dominating the area, many of the natives were converted to Christianity. Through those missions, words were translated from native languages to Spanish.
Adam has researched and documented some 100 words and phrases from this “lost” language. She will present information about this language during her talk.

Dia de los Muertos Festival and Market
2021-10-10 13:00 - 17:00 | International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen, TX, 78504, United States
IMAS hosts the Dia de los Muertos Festival and Market Oct. 10. Visitors can play Lotería, create papel picado, make a paper butterfly shadow box, view the altars display, and decorate a traditional sugar skull ($2 per participant).
A diverse vendor market will be on site with traditional pieces and handmade goods including art, jewelry, plants, aguas frescas and sweet treats. Community tables include McAllen Public Library and Valley Symphony Orchestra.
The McAllen Creative Incubator will host a table featuring Creative Arts Studio and their mariachi group 2-3 p.m. A special performance by UTRGV Ballet Folklórico will take place at 3:30 p.m.

Kid's Night Out At Sea Turtle Inc.
2021-10-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Sea Turtle Inc., 6617 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Sea Turtle Inc. hosts a Kid’s Night Out for children ages 7-14 years old Oct. 16. Children will participate in educational sea turtle activities and spooky activities hosted by sea turtle educators. Pizza, snacks and drinks are included in the $50 registration.
Register online.

Business Over Breakfast - American Cancer Society
2021-10-14 08:30 - 09:30 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
The Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its monthly Business Over Breakfast Oct. 14 with the American Cancer Society.
Cathy Weaver serves as the keynote speaker for this installment.

SPI Coffee and Conversation
2021-10-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Padre Island Brewing Company, 3400 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Join the South Padre Island Chamber for “Coffee and Conversation” to hear about new county projects on Oct. 14 at Padre Island Brewing Co.
Speakers are Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino Jr. and County Commissioner Pct. 1 Sofia Benavides.
The Point Isabel ISD will also provide information on the November bond election.

Edinburg Chamber Installation & Awards Banquet
2021-10-14 18:30 - 20:30 | TX, United States
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce honors its Man and Woman of the Year at its installation and awards banquet Oct. 14. “Under the Neon Moon” will celebrate Michael J. Williamson, the chamber’s 2021-2022 president of the board, and Veronica Gonzales, the immediate past president.
Other honors for the evening include Community Leader of the Year, Ambassador of the Year and Business Award winners.
VIP tables and sponsorships are available.
For more information, contact the chamber.

Small Business FInancial Statements Seminar
2021-10-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
The Small Business Financial Statements Seminar on Oct. 15 at the Harlingen Chamber focuses on how to create, use and maintain three important financial statements. This includes balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements.
Explore how small business can use these statements to build a strong financial plan and strategy for continued growth.
Presented by Frost Bank, in partnership with the Greater Harlingen Chamber of Commerce, Liftfund and Peoplefund.
To register, email Jose Aleman at jose.aleman@frostbank.com.

Coffee Crawl: A Coffee, Culture and Lifestyle Festival
2021-10-15 17:00 - 22:00 | H-E-B Park, 1616 South Raul Longoria Road, Edinburg, TX, 78542, United States
H-E-B Park hosts the inaugural Coffee Crawl Oct. 15, featuring coffee vendors from across the RGV. The evening also features a coffee contest, local performers, pastry vendors and other local retail vendors.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Fellow pet friends are allowed and tickets are $5.
Purchase tickets online or the H-E-B Park box office.

Food Park Unplugged
2021-10-15 20:00 - 22:00 | McAllen Food Park, 10 N. Broadway, McAllen, 78501, United States
Food Park Unplugged takes place Oct. 15 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.
Free admission into the park.

Texas Dept. of Public Safety & Army National Guard Appreciation Day
2021-10-16 12:30 - 14:30 | Hidalgo County Republican Party Headquarters, 4900 North 23rd Street, McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
The Hidalgo County Republican Party hosts a Texas Dept. of Public Safety & Army National Guard Appreciation Day Oct. 16. From 12:30-2:30 p.m., join in for hot dogs and hamburgers. Everyone is invited.

Exploring Your Market
2021-10-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, TX, United States
The “Exploring Your Market” online session Oct. 21 helps business owners target market and new market segments.

Who are your potential customers? Is there a demand or growing demand for your product or service? Who is buying or selling something similar? All these questions and more must be studied to make key business decisions in your small business.
Webinar highlights

The importance of market research
Tools to conduct market research
Small businesses and their target markets
Relevant industry trends and what they mean
Competitors and how small businesses compare
Quantifying Market Research for business decisions

This session is presented by a Business Advisor with the UTRGV Small Business Development Center.
Register online.

Budgeting Webinar
2021-10-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and BBVA present a financial education virtual workshop on budgeting Oct. 26.
In this workshop, participants will:

Explore the importance of creating and maintaining a budget.
Examine the differences between wants and needs.
Set goals for spending, saving, and debt repayment.

This event is free and open to the public.
Register online.

Advanced Legal Tips for Small Businesses
2021-10-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Is your small business protected? Join Texas RioGrande Legal Aid in an informal webinar Oct. 27 as they present advanced legal tips to protect and strengthen your existing business.
As a responsible business owner, you need to make certain that all your legal bases are covered and that you are effectively managing your business risk.
Webinar highlights:

Insurance
Intellectual Property
Employment
Taxes
Q&A

Webinar participants who qualify can meet one-to-one with staff or volunteer attorneys from Texas RioGrande Legal Aid. Appointments will be set after the session.
This webinar is presented by Texas RioGrande Legal Aid and hosted by the UTRGV Small Business Development Services with promotional support from area resource partners: Greater Pharr Chamber of Commerce, Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation, RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce.
Register online.

Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
2021-10-30 07:00 - 09:00 | Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Office, 724 Breyfogle Road, Mission, TX, United States
Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Commissioner Everardo “Ever” Villarreal hosts a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 30 to raise awareness, celebrate survivorship and to hear testimonials of breast cancer survivors.
“These efforts are important to highlight during October, but such efforts need to extend throughout the year as well,” said Villarreal. “We hope that this event will serve as a reminder to both women and men that self-examinations and early detection are the best protection against breast cancer.”
The event is open to the public. Pre-walk opening remarks will begin at 8 a.m. at the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Office.

Quinta Mazatlán Halloween Party in the Park
2021-10-30 09:00 - 13:00 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center‘s Halloween Party in the Park takes place Oct. 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The event is free with park admission. Guests will be able to walk the Sticks and Bones trail, do some shopping from some local vendors and stop by Randerie’s food truck. Live performances include the City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Folkorico dancers and the award-winning Mariachi Mariposas.
The event is free with park admission.
Tickets are available at the gate or online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Texas Butterfly Festival - Community Day
2021-10-30 10:00 - 14:00 | National Butterfly Center, 3333 Butterfly Park, Mission, TX, 78572, United States
The National Butterfly Center hosts its free Texas Butterfly Festival Community Day Oct. 30 with activities, vendors and exhibits.
Activities include make your own Banana Brew, ‘Butterfly U’ for Young Naturalists and ‘Wild Things’ Arts & Crafts. Attendees can also Hunt the Hackberry Trail, Pin the Tail on the Swallowtail, and climb all over our ‘Hungry Caterpillar’ playscape.
Vendors and exhibits will set up in the Visitor’s Pavilion and in the gardens for all to enjoy the peak of butterfly season in South Texas.
About The National Butterfly Center
Each year, the National Butterfly Center provides engaging environmental education programs to thousands of children in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Proceeds from the Texas Butterfly Festival support high-quality, conservation programs and provide scholarships to very low income students and schools.

Small Business Financial Statements Presented by Frost Bank
2021-11-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Brownsville Chamber of Commerce, 1600 University Blvd., Brownsville, TX, 78520, United States
Frost Bank in partnership with the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce, UTRGV Small Business Development Center, LiftFund and PeopleFund hosts a Small Business Financial Statements workshop Nov. 2.
Learn how to create, use and maintain three important financial statements: balance sheets, profit and loss statements and cash flow statements. Explore how small businesses can use them to build a strong financial plan and strategy for continued growth.
Special guest speakers include Patti Ayala, senior vice president and community leader for Frost Corporate Banking; and Rocio Lucio, assistance vice president of Frost Corporate Banking.
Register online.

Addressing the Elephant In the Room: How To Handle Difficult Conversations
2021-11-05 12:00 - 14:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts a Lunch & Learn Nov. 5 on difficult conversations and why they are needed for organizational success.
of the E Bite Project discusses the need for difficult conversations for organizationaDr. Alexandra Hughesl success in this ever changing and diverse world.
Participants will learn:

Why we struggle in having hard conversations and how our diverse individual identities impact understanding.
How to reframe our personal negative associations with conflict.
Tips on how to approach conversations in a meaningful way.
Some ways to incorporate these practices into successful workplace outcomes.

Lunch is provided by Cowboy Chicken. Tickets are $15 for chamber members, $20 for non-members.
Register online.

Pharr Salute to Veterans Parade and Fireworks
2021-11-06 | Downtown Pharr, 118 South Cage Blvd., Pharr, TX, 78577, United States
The City of Pharr’s annual Pharr Salute to Veterans Parade and Fireworks event takes place Nov. 6 in Downtown Pharr (118 South Cage Blvd.). The parade will take place at 4:30 p.m. with the Fireworks Show following at 8 p.m.
The Pharr Salute to Veterans Parade and Fireworks event allows the community to show gratitude while honoring the men and women who have valiantly served the nation. Participants should sport their stars and stripes with pride and display their best red, white and blue.
The parade lineup will start at the intersection of Cage and Polk, and end at Sam Houston.
