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Join the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce on Sept. 26 at Chamber Connect + to learn about what the chamber of commerce can do for you or to receive a refresher on membership benefits. Attendees will learn how to: take advantage of membership benefits join a committee stay connected with members-only online portal set up membership profile This event is free and open to the community. For more information, contact Brownsville…
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Join the American Advertising Federation – Rio Grande Valley for a luncheon on Sept. 27 featuring Sean Thompson, the co-founder of lookthinkmake. Thompson will speak on "Turning Spaces Into Places: Building Brands for Community Destinations." From remarkable buildings to beloved neighborhoods, and city districts to community parks, we all have places we love to be. But how do those places get their start? This luncheon addresses the elements that create… |
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McAllen Chamber of Commerce members may join the chamber for its members-only Business Power Network Showcase on Oct. 11. This event connects chamber members one to one with developing leads, marketing businesses and building relationships. Sponsored by Heartland Payment Systems. Members may contact Andrea at 956-682-2871 for more information or to reserve a spot. |
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Join SBA Lower Rio Grande Valley District Office District Director Angela Burton as she hosts a panel on Oct. 1 on how women veterans can become entrepreneurs. This event will provide information, resources and an opportunity to network with fellow women veterans in the Rio Grande Valley. Registration and a full schedule is available online.
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Join the Weslaco Chamber Of Commerce for its monthly Networking Lunch Mob on Oct. 5. This event is an opportunity to support local business and network over lunch. Register online to receive event instructions and location. RSVP online. |
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Mike Heep Quinta Mazatlan kicks off Native Plant Month in Texas on Oct. 6 with a native plant sale and Mike Heep’s presentation, “Landscaping with Native Plants.” Heep will focus on a wide variety of the Rio Grande Valley’s native plants and information on how to diversify your garden with local specialties that help sustain the ecological and biodiversity of the region. South Texas native plants are the ecological basis…
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Join the International Museum of Art & Science for its annual Día de los Muertos Festival on Oct. 9. This lively event includes performances, a display of altares created by community organizations, and a Market at the Museum featuring regional artists and artisans. Activities include a candle painting, exhibit tours and a sugar skull decorating. Each activity is an additional $3 each. IMAS Día de los Muertos Festival is presented by… |
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The South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce hosts its Coffee and Conversation on Oct. 13 with guest speaker Teri Capistran, superintendent of Point Isabel ISD. Explore the opportunities to engage with students and educators to meet the workforce needs of businesses. Coffee and Conversation will also be on Facebook live @spichamber. |
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Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 18 for its Fall Member Showcase. Visit with more than 50 chamber members. Admission is free and includes one drink coupon.
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Texas Chamber of Commerce Week is a celebration of the contributions and dedication of chambers of commerce and the professional staff that serve them. This year, Texas Chamber of Commerce Week takes place Oct. 17-21. In honor of the chamber members supporting their local chamber of commerce every day, the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce, Greater Harlingen Chamber of Commerce, Los Fresnos Chamber of Commerce, Port Isabel Chamber of Commerce and…
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The ServSafe Food Managers Certification on Oct. 18-19 provides the training needed to meet SPI City Ordinances. Certification classes take place once a year and are good for five years. This is a two-day class offered in both English and Spanish, with the test administered on the second day. Registration is $200 for South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce members, $225 for prospective members. Registration includes two days of classes,… |
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This year’s Fiesta de Palmas includes fun family activities and an exciting music line up during the annual celebration of all cultures of McAllen Oct. 21-23. Fiesta de Palmas provides activities for all to enjoy inside the McAllen Convention Center and all around the grounds, including Oval Park, the Reflecting Pond and the Amphitheater. For more information, visit Fiesta De Palmas Set For Oct. 21-23.
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Fiesta de Palmas presents Noche del Vino by H-E-B on Oct. 21, its first ever wine and food festival benefitting Make-A-Wish Foundation – Rio Grande Valley. The evening includes premium wines along with food tastings provided by H-E-B and live music. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com, McAllen Performing Arts Center Box Office or Fiestadepalmas.com. |
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The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce hosts its State of the Chamber & Leadership Luncheon on Oct. 25 at the Brownsville Events Center. The event brings the business community together to reflect upon the accomplishments and challenges of the past year and look ahead at moving the community forward. The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board Avi Schwarcz and President/CEO Esmeralda Villarreal will speak on the Chamber's Strategic Plan and… |
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Join the Children's Museum of Brownsville on Oct. 29 for a Not-So-Scary Halloween Bash featuring games, spooky arts and crafts, and many creepy crawly surprises. Goodie bags are also available. Kids will be able to participate in fun science-based activities like making slime and building spooky light circuits, among other creepy activities. All activities and supplies are included with paid admission of $9 per person. |
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Join the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce for it monthly networking lunch on Nov. 2. 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. |
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The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts its 67th Annual Banquet “Man & Woman of the Year” Awards on Nov. 3, celebrating a “Black & White Masquerade Ball.” The event honors Paul R. Rodriguez and Sony Rego as Man and Woman of the Year. “We are looking forward to another wonderful event. The committee has been meeting regularly and is doing an extraordinary job of organizing a class act event and… |
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The Boots to Business Extended Tour series on Nov. 4 is a collection of workshops meant to give veterans a deeper understanding of covered topics, as well as exposure to relevant subject matter experts. The Franchising for Veterans workshop dispels the myths and misunderstandings related to being a franchisee. By the end of the class, attendees will have a better grasp of the opportunities franchising can provide to a veteran…
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The Boots to Business Extended Tour series on Nov. 4 is a collection of workshops meant to give veterans a deeper understanding of covered topics, as well as exposure to relevant subject matter experts. The Ranching for Veterans workshop gives veterans exposure to the plethora of resources that exist to help start, grow and expand ranching operations. By the end of the class, attendees will have a better grasp of…
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The "Finance Your Venture: Lender Roundtable" workshop on Nov. 4 introduces veterans to different lenders who operate in Lower Rio Grande District. By the end of the "Finance Your Venture Lender Roundtable," attendees will have a better understanding of how diverse types of lenders function and better prepare the veteran to seek funding for businesses in all stages of development. The Boots to Business Extended Tour series is a collection… |
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The 29th annual Shrimp Cook-off and Seafood Festival takes place Nov. 5 with live music all day by The Agency, kids' games, vendors from the local Port Isabel Flea Market and food vendors.Entry fee is $5 with kids ages 10 and under admitted for free. For more information, visit the festival's Facebook page.
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Come out and show your gratitude to the men and women who have served our nation with the City of Pharr's Veterans Parade on Nov. 5. Sport your stars and stripes with pride and bring out the red, white and blue in you. A fireworks spectacular begins at 8 p.m. Fireworks will launch from (North Display) North Raider Drive and (South Display) West Las Milpas Road. |