Join Quinta Mazatlán for Thursday Night Live on June 8 to the new quarter mile Superhero Trail through the Woods. Valley artists Celerino Castillo and Gaby Rico have created over 75 life-size painted wood PEGS of comic book Superheroes that have been placed along the trails. As you walk the trail you will also see six-foot tall famous comic book covers that will be accompanying the artistic PEGS. The trail…
The City of McAllen is inviting the community to take part in all of the patriotic festivities of the McAllen Independence Day Celebration, presented by H-E-B. The 95th annual Independence Day Celebration will take place on July 4 with an early morning 4K race, a patriotic program, the Main Street Parade and the Freedom Festival, a family-friendly festival held at Archer Park. Music, food and games will be highlights of the…
Before launching or growing a business, it is important to identify your target market and new market segments. 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. Learn about the following during “Exploring Your Market” on May 31: The importance of market research…
Quinta Mazatlan welcomes presenter Timothy Brush on June 1 as he shares what he has learned and is still learning about Valley birds. Green Jays and Clay-colored Thrushes are tropical birds that many birders love to see. While they are often seen at nature centers and refuges, they are also readily seen in towns and cities around the Rio Grande Valley. Brush has been conducting a bird-banding study of these…
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its Speaker Series featuring Attorney-Mediator Lydia E. Mount on March 25. Mount will speak on how to protect you, your passion, ideas, business and brand. To RSVP, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa at 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on May 23 a candid discussion on the future of business. U.S. Small Business Administration Lower Rio Grande Valley District Director Angela Burton will speak about solutions for small business challenges. Seating is limited. To RSVP, contact Retention Specialist Mariela Hinojosa 956-682-2871 or mhinojosa@mcallenchamber.com.
The International Museum of Art & Science has launched a “Pay It Forward” fund with the goal of offering fully funded memberships for families in need. As an expansion of its Membership for All program, which currently serves families who qualify for WIC/SNAP, this program will provide MFA Memberships to first-time members free of charge. Supporters can fund this program in two ways; purchasing a Visionary Membership to fund three…
Join the ladies of the IMAS Guild on May 13 for an afternoon of fashion, auctions, and music at the International Museum of Art & Science. This annual style show and luncheon feature the latest fashions from Lionel’s Boutique and Gifts, Chico’s and Dillard’s. All proceeds from the Guild Spring Style Show & Luncheon support the International Museum of Art & Science in fulfilling its goal of inspiring the community…
Quinta Mazatlan welcomes Stephanie Kasper on May 18 to discuss tomato care in South Texas, including seed starting tips, trellis options, disease prevention, and variety recommendations based on four years of trials at UTRGV’s Hub of Prosperity Farm in Edinburg. There will also be a tomato tasting to follow the presentation. Kasper is a sustainable agriculture researcher and farm manager at UTRGV’s Hub of Prosperity Farm. She’s passionate about all…
The Security Service Charitable Foundation has donated $5,000 to The Salvation Army McAllen Corps of McAllen. This donation will go to supporting two programs that provide food for the community. “Being able to lend our community a helping hand when they need it most is such a great feeling,” said Maggie Pena, business operations administrator for The Salvation Army McAllen Corps. “Without donations like this to help us provide programs…