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RGVHCC RGV Vipers Game Networking Mixer
2023-02-28 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Bert Ogden Arena, 4900 S I-69 C, Edinburg, TX, United States
The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts a Vipers game networking mixer prior to the game on Feb. 28. This is a networking event where business people gather for appetizers and beverages while they mingle and create new business leads.
Mixers have helped the RGVHCC members create many business contacts from throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Door prizes are always a big draw. Anyone donating a door prize gets an extra opportunity to talk about their business. Plenty of business cards are recommended.
This event is free for current RGVHCC members.
Register online.

Weslaco Networking Lunch Mob
2023-03-01 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-04-05 11:30 - 13:00 | TBA
Join the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce for it monthly Networking Lunch Mob on March 1. The event provides an opportunity to network with other business community members and support a local restaurant. Everyone pays for his/her own lunch.
Register online to receive event location and instructions.

Manic Monday Mixer
2023-03-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Tony’s Grill, 1901 Club de Amistad, Weslaco, TX, 78596, United States
The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts its Manic Monday Mixer on March 6, providing a networking event for business people to gather over appetizers and beverages while they mingle and create new business leads.
The Manic Monday Mixers have helped the RGVHCC members create many business contacts from throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Anyone donating a door prize gets an extra opportunity to talk about their business.
Contact the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for more information.

Hats Off to Women of Distinction Dinner & Expo 2023
2023-03-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Mission Event Center, 200 South Shary Road, Mission, TX, 78572, United States
The Hats Off to Women of Distinction Dinner & Expo on March 8 is a gathering of business women to “celebrate” their successes, shop, network and learn how SBA can assist in the creation or expansion of their businesses all while modeling the latest “Kentucky Derby Hat” fashions.
Tickets are $50. Reserved tables of eight are $600 each.
Tickets are available online.
To purchase a reserved table, vendor table or for sponsorship information, contact the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

SPI Coffee & Conversation
2023-03-09 09:00 - 10:00 | Padre Island Brewing Company, 3400 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce March 9 for “Coffee and Conversation” at Padre Island Brewing Co. Guest speaker is Scott Vandenburg of Origins Recovery Center. Get to know the center and what services it provides, benefits to the community and more.

Exploring Nature Writing: Wonder in Wildflowers
2023-03-11 14:00 - 16:30 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Explore Nature Writing Outdoors with Quinta Mazatlan Educational Specialist Taylor Zavala, on March 11. (photo Taylor L. Zavala)
In celebration of National Plant A Flower Day, Quinta Mazatlán invites the public to explore and share a connection with nature through its writing class, Exploring Nature Writing: Wonder in Wildflowers, on March 11. Evaluate relationships with the natural world, engage in stories, learn new creative tools to enhance writing, and explore techniques to tune in to the world around us before our imaginations are set off to play.
This class’s theme centers around ‘National Plant A Flower Day’ which was created to build awareness towards the species which could use a little more love as we shift into the Spring season. Flowers are as much a part of our culture and traditions as they are the natural world, carrying stories, messages and wishes.
Class fee per person is $3 with advance registration preferred via quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

McAllen Chamber Speaker Series: Gabrielle G. Espino
2023-03-14 08:00 - 17:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its Speaker Series on March 23 with Gabrielle G. Espino giving a general understanding of credit, its different types and how small businesses can use it.
The Speaker Series is offered to all chamber members at no additional cost. Fee for non-members is $15.
To RSVP, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa.

Link Up: Speed Networking
2023-03-14 11:30 - 13:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
“Link Up: Speed Networking” on March 14 is geared towards McAllen Chamber of Commerce members and gives attendees the opportunity to promote their business, develop new leads and create new professional contacts.
Light lunch will be provided. Seating is limited.
To reserve your spot, contact Andrea de la Garza.

Social Media for Small Businesses: Tips & Trends for 2023
2023-03-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Rio Bank Office Tower, 701 E. Expressway 83, McAllen, TX, United States
Do you use social media for your small business? Learn how social media can impact your company with UTRGV SBDC’s “Social Media for Small Businesses: Tips & Trends for 2023” on March 15.
While not every business owner uses social media to connect with customers or build brand awareness, those that do benefit greatly from its free tools.
This in-person workshop shares best practices as well as tips and tools to stay engaged with your target market and build a following, plus much more.
Session highlights:

Brand awareness
Social media benefits
Social media tips & trends
Social media best practices

This in-person session is hosted by the UTRGV SBDC and presented by Monarch International Design, Inc.
Register online.

Let’s Talk Business - Marketing Essentials for your Business
2023-03-17 09:00 - 11:00 | SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office , 2422 E. Tyler Ave., Suite E, Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s “Marketing Essentials for your Business” workshop on March 17 helps entrepreneurs distinguish their business from the competition and reach ideal customers.
Marketing is a topic many entrepreneurs ponder as they begin shaping their business ideas. Marketing is a solution-driven process that benefits both the customer and the business owner. While advertising is important, it is only a single component to the entire marketing process. A marketing plan is the blueprint of strategies to help you win and retain customers.
Considered the heart of your business, a marketing plan includes detailed information about your business location, prices of products and services, promotional methods, and the product itself.
Webinar Topics Include:

Essentials of a marketing plan
Segmentation and target markets
Setting achievable marketing objectives
Business positioning and branding
Promotional Strategies (digital and traditional marketing)
Internet and social media marketing
Measuring your marketing efforts success

Register online.

Show Me the Money! Small Business Financing Options
2023-03-21 10:00 - 12:00 | UTRGV at Starr County Campus, 138 N FM 3167, Rio Grande City, TX, 78582, United States
Are you looking to launch or expand your business? Do you need funding to get started or to move to the next level?
Join the the UTRGV SBDC on March 21 for “Show Me the Money! Small Business Financing Options,” a forum on financing options for small businesses.
Guest speakers include:

U.S. Small Business Administration
PeopleFund
LiftFund
Lone Star National Bank

This event also includes a mini-fair and an opportunity to set a one-to-one appointment with the UTRGV Small Business Development Center for no-cost business advisement.
This in-person session is presented by the UTRGV SBDC and hosted by the Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation, Rio Grande City Greater Chamber of Commerce, Rio Grande City Public Library, RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Starr County Industrial Foundation.
Register online.

Lies and Creativity: ﻿﻿﻿The Link Between Creative Thinking and Fibbing
2023-03-21 11:30 - 13:00 | Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport, 2721 South 10th Street, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
The American Advertising Federation – RGV hosts a luncheon on March 21 with Brenda Hernandez presenting “Lies and Creativity: The Link Between Creative Thinking and Fibbing.”
Hernandez is currently a freelance copywriter after doing harrowing work at Peloton, Anomaly, Condé Nast, Remezcla, Yard, Young Heroes and LatinWorks. She’s done work for big brands such as Peloton, Google, Ally Bank, Victoria’s Secret, Target, Johnnie Walker, Budweiser, Crown Royal, Buchanan’s, Converse, Cine Las Américas, Snickers and M&Ms.
Hernandez is a Rio Grande Valley native and a graduate of UTRGV legacy institution, UTPA.
Register online in advance. Registration is required.

Let’s Talk Business Series - The Employee Policy Handbook
2023-03-24 09:00 - 11:00 | SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office , 2422 E. Tyler Ave., Suite E, Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
“Know the Facts – The Employee Policy Handbook,” presented by Texas Workforce Solutions-Cameron on March 24 teaches participants the importance of creating an employee handbook and the basic legal issues faced by employers when hiring.
Human resources is a critical component of employee well-being in any business, no matter how small. HR responsibilities include payroll, benefits, hiring, firing, and keeping up to date with state and federal laws.
Discover and Learn:

The importance of creating an employee policy handbook and what it entails
How to protect your business from potential lawsuits such as wrongful termination
How unemployment issues can affect your business: eligibility, claims, and the appeals process
Simple mistakes that are easily avoidable-top ten tips for employers

This is the sixth workshop in a series of 12 specifically developed by the U.S. Small Business Administration with the local entrepreneur in mind. The 12-part series addresses a variety of subjects and connects participants with experts from federal, state and local business resources.
Register online.

Texas Onion Fest
2023-03-25 10:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Weslaco, Texas Blvd., Weslaco, United States
The Texas Onion Fest on March 25 celebrates the development of the world famous Texas 1015 Onion which was developed in Weslaco and is also the State Vegetable of Texas.
The name of the 1015 onion came from the suggested planting date, Oct. 15. Festivities include live entertainment on two stages, the Onion Eating Contest, food, commercial booths, kiddie rides, Dancing Horses, 1015 Market, Car Show, cooking demonstrations and more.

Importance of Bees
2023-03-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
It’s pollinating season! Quinta Mazatlán hosts Glenn Simpson on March 30 as he gives information on the importance of bees. Additionally, Simpson will also have a table set up with products from Bay Bees to take home.
Tickets are $3 and available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

RGVHCC Manic Monday Mixer
2023-04-03 17:30 - 19:30 | La Bahia, 4620 N. 10th Street, McAllen, TX, United States
The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts its April Manic Monday Mixer on April 3 at La Bahia. The networking event provides a venue for business people to gather over appetizers and beverages while they mingle and create new business leads. The Manic Monday Mixers have helped the RGVHCC members create many business contacts from throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Anyone donating a door prize gets an extra opportunity to talk about their business.
Register online.

Women Empowering Women - Kristin Luckey
2023-04-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
Kristin Luckey, director of Marketing and Public Affairs at Marine Military Academy serves as keynote speaker on April 6 at the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce’s Women Empowering Women luncheon. Luckey will share her story of inspiration, unity and strength.
Registration is $15 for chamber members, $20 for non-members. Must RSVP to attend.
Call 956-423-5440, or email aalvarez@harlingen.com to claim your spot.

Inquieta Women Maximizing Their Impact 2023
2023-04-11 09:30 - 13:30 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
Join the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation for Inquieta Women Maximizing Their Impact 2023 on April 11. The free luncheon event has a mission of empowering all RGV women. Learn about available local and state resources and hear powerful testimonials from diverse women leaders and their career journeys.
Must be registered to attend. This is a limited seating event; registrations are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Register online.

Link Up: Speed Networking
2023-04-11 11:30 - 13:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
The McAllen Chamber invites members to “Link Up: Speed Networking” on April 11 for the opportunity to promote their business, develop new leads and create new professional contacts.
Light lunch will be provided. Seating is limited.
To reserve your spot, contact Sales Specialist Andrea de la Garza at 956-682-2871 or adelagarza@mcallenchamber.com.

1 Million Cups
2023-04-12 09:00 - 10:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
One Million Cups on April 12 provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and the community to gather and connect. Attendees can work through business challenges and identify opportunities.
Join the McAllen Chamber for this 1MC where My Reservs and Viva Kandle Bar will present about their services.
1MC is free and open to the public.

SPI Coffee & Conversation
2023-04-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Padre Island Brewing Company, 3400 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce as it hosts Richard Molina, chief appraiser for the Cameron County Appraisal District, for Coffee & Conversation on April 13.
Get to know more about the appraisal district and how the property tax system works.

Business Over Breakfast - Dr. Jesus Roberto Rodriguez
2023-04-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce, 311 E. Tyler Ave., Harlingen, TX, 78550, United States
Join the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce for Business Over Breakfast on April 13 with Dr. Jesus Roberto Rodriguez, president of Texas Southmost College. The morning includes complimentary breakfast and networking with local business communities.
This event is free. For more information, email aalvarez@harlingen.com.

South Texas Senior Summit - Cameron County
2023-04-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Harlingen Convention Center, 701 Harlingen Heights Drive, Harlingen, TX, 78552, United States
The South Texas Senior Summit – Cameron County is a free event for seniors on April 13 at the Harlingen Convention Center. The day features free education seminars for health, Medicare, Medicaid, fraud and abuse.
Other free events include:

Exams for face, ears, eyes, nose, throat, heart and lungs
Health Screenings for glucose, blood pressure, eye, feet, veins, dental and bone density
Activities like Zumba, gold massages, nail polishing and dancing

Lunch and snacks will be provided.

Edinburg Chambers Public Affairs Luncheon
2023-04-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, 118 Paseo del Prado, Edinburg, 78539, United States
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce welcomes area leaders to attend its quarterly Public Affairs Luncheon on April 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz will bring insight into her top priorities for the 118th Congressional Session.
De La Cruz was sworn in on Jan. 7 and is the first Latina and first Republican to represent the 15th Congressional District of Texas in the United States House of Representatives. Her district spans from Hidalgo County in the Rio Grande Valley northward to Seguin in Guadalupe County, and to the east of San Antonio.
The luncheon will take place at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. The event will be live-streamed on the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Facebook page for free viewing.
Limited tickets and tables are available for purchase by calling the Edinburg Chamber.

McAllen Passport Fair
2023-04-15 08:00 - 16:00 | City of McAllen Passport Facility (Downtown Parking Garage), 221 South 15th Street, McAlllen, TX, United States
The City of McAllen Passport Division Facility hosts a Passport Fair on April 15 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the City of McAllen Passport Facility in the Downtown Parking Garage at 221 South 15th Street.
“Passport processing times have been extended and we want to make sure that anyone wishing to travel has their required documents in time,” said Norma Rodriguez, Passport Facility administrator.
Appointments are not required for the Passport Fair and walk-ins are accepted on a first-come first-serve basis. If an appointment is preferred, schedule by calling 956-681-1450.
For passport information, fees and forms, visit mcallen.net or travel.state.gov.

Art of Marketing Workshop
2023-04-19 08:30 - 10:30 | Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, 602 W University Drive, Edinburg, TX, 78539, United States
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts a marketing workshop for local business owners on April 19. “Art of Marketing” covers various topics related to marketing, including the identification of target market, pricing strategy and more. Marivel Mata, Senior Business Advisor at the UTRGV SBDC, leads the workshop and will help businesses improve their marketing efforts.
“We’re excited to offer this workshop to local business owners,” said Ronnie Larralde, executive director of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce. “Marketing is an essential part of any business, and we want to help our members improve their marketing strategies so that they can grow and succeed.”
The workshop includes a Q&A session where attendees can ask the presenters any questions they may have. Light refreshments will also be provided.
Interested business owners can register online or by calling the chamber’s office. Space is limited, so interested attendees are encouraged to register early to secure their spot.

State of the City: Launching The Future of BTX
2023-04-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Brownsville Event Center, 1 Event Center, Brownsville, 78526, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Brownsville join Mayor Trey Mendez for his final State of the City Address on April 19.
Local businesses, community stakeholders, constituents, and regional leaders are invited to join the in-person event showcasing the accomplishments of the City of Brownsville over the last year. Registration opens at 11 a.m. with an opportunity to network prior to the start of the program. For those unable to join in person, the address will be live on the City of Brownsville YouTube channel.
Single tickets are $50.
RSVP in advance.

National Civics Bee in Brownsville - Live Local Competition
2023-04-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
The National Civics Bee in Brownsville takes place April 22 as finalists compete for local acclaim to advance to the state competition in Austin and win cash prizes.
The Brownsville Civics Bee is one of many pilot National Civics Bee competitions promoted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. At least 100 local middle school students participated in a first-round essay competition. Judges will select 20 students to advance to the local live competition: a live quiz event testing civics knowledge.
Students will be competing to win cash prizes and be named a Brownsville #NationalCivicsBee champion! Each finalist will also receive a certificate.
This event is free and open to the community.

The Future of Small Business Luncheon
2023-04-24 11:30 - 13:00 | Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport, 2721 South 10th Street, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Join the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for The Future of Small Business Luncheon on April 24. Special guests are Texas Association of Business President/CEO Glenn Hamer and Chairman Massey Villarreal.
The TAB Is the Texas State Chamber, representing companies of every size and Industry. TAB’s purpose Is to champion the best business climate In the world, unleashing the power of free enterprise to enhance lives for generations.
Tickets are $50 per person, $600 for a reserved table of eight.
Register online.
