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SUMMARY:Legendary Women
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on May 2 as it celebrates the remarkable achievements of trailblazing women who have left an enduring impact on the community. \nRegister online. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/legendary-women/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards and Recognitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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SUMMARY:McAllen International CarFest
DESCRIPTION:McAllen International CarFest celebrates 15 years from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2 at the McAllen Convention Center. \nWith over 300 vehicles\, attractions and activities for the entire family\, CarFest remains the premier automotive event in South Texas. \nDates & Times: \n\nFriday\, Jan. 31: 4-9 p.m.\nSaturday\, Feb. 1: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nSunday\, Feb. 2: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.\n\nAdmission: \n\nKids (12 & Under): Free\nStudents (13-18) & Seniors (60+): $12\nGeneral Admission: $15\n\nTickets are available online. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mcallen-international-carfest/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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SUMMARY:H-E-B 34th Feast of Sharing
DESCRIPTION:With this year’s H-E-B Feast of Sharing dinner\, H-E-B\, with the help from its Mobile Kitchens\, will serve traditional Texas-style meals at all its dinner locations in the state. Each event is filled with music\, activities for the family and a variety of free services such as health and wellness screenings and flu vaccinations. Some gatherings even get a visit from Santa! Additionally\, in select cities\, H-E-B Partners (employees) and other volunteers will deliver holiday meals to homebound seniors and others who are unable to attend the event. \nThe H-E-B Feast of Sharing is a series of festive gatherings that include more than 340\,000 meals served during 34 dinners throughout Texas and Mexico. Filled with food\, music\, and good cheer\, these free holiday feasts are open to the public and bring together family\, friends and neighbors. Launched in 1989\, the H-E-B Feast of Sharing gives the company an opportunity to give thanks to its loyal customers and invites everyone to our holiday dinner table. In the more than three decades H-E-B has held the celebrations\, more than 375\,000 volunteers have helped serve nearly four million meals. \nThis initiative is an important part of H-E-B’s Hunger Relief Program\, which works year-round to prevent hunger. Last year\, H-E-B’s Hunger Relief Program donated 34 million pounds of food to families in need. Since 1982\, the year the program was founded\, H-E-B has donated more than 1 billion pounds of food to 5\,500 non-profit organizations in Texas and Mexico. \nVolunteer sign-up is online. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/h-e-b-34th-feast-of-sharing/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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SUMMARY:Administrative Professionals’ Day Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Administrative Professionals Day commemorates and honors the invaluable efforts of administrative assistants and other office professionals within the workplace acknowledging their significant contributions to organizational efficiency and success. Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on April 24 at the McAllen Convention Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the McAllen Chamber Administrative Professionals’ Day Luncheon. \nAdministrative professionals will delight in the expertise of keynote speaker Dr. Barbara B. Hinojosa\, CEO of Leadership Empowerment Group. The chamber will also introduce a customized leadership program designed exclusively for administrative professionals. Additionally\, participants will have the opportunity to receive professional headshots and explore a fashion market tailored to their professional needs. \nRSVP by contacting Gerry Garcia at ggarcia@mcallenchamber.com. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/administrative-professionals-day-luncheon-2/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards and Recognitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240322T130000
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SUMMARY:Legendary Women’s Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Legendary Women’s Luncheon on March 22. The special event celebrates the achievements of trailblazing women who have left an enduring impact on the McAllen community. \nRSVP by March 19 with Gerry Garcia. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/legendary-womens-luncheon/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards and Recognitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231105T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T182814Z
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SUMMARY:H-E-B 33rd Feast of Sharing
DESCRIPTION:H-E-B welcomes back its neighbors as it prepares to gather in person and celebrate at its annual H-E-B Feast of Sharing dinners. Volunteers are currently being sought for the Feast of Sharing in McAllen at the McAllen Convention Center on Nov. 5. \nTwo shifts are available: shift 1 from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; and shift 2 from 12:30-4 p.m. Volunteers must be 16 years of age and older with a limit of 600 volunteers total. Arrive one hour prior to shift for volunteer training. \nRegister online. \nAbout H-E-B Feast of Sharing\nWith this year’s H-E-B Feast of Sharing dinner back in person\, H-E-B\, with the help from its Mobile Kitchens\, will serve traditional Texas-style meals at all its dinner locations in the state. Each event is filled with music\, activities for the family and a variety of free services such as health and wellness screenings and flu vaccinations. Some gatherings even get a visit from Santa. Additionally\, in select cities\, H-E-B Partners (employees) and other volunteers will deliver holiday meals to homebound seniors and others who are unable to attend the event. This year\, H-E-B will launch an H-E-B Feast of Sharing event in Houston\, where it will hold a drive-thru meal distribution with plans to give out more than 20\,000 meals. \nThe H-E-B Feast of Sharing is a series of festive gatherings that include more than 340\,000 meals served during 34 dinners throughout Texas and Mexico. Filled with food\, music\, and good cheer\, these free holiday feasts are open to the public and bring together family\, friends and neighbors. Launched in 1989\, the H-E-B Feast of Sharing gives the company an opportunity to give thanks to its loyal customers and invites everyone to our holiday dinner table. In the more than three decades H-E-B has held the celebrations\, more than 375\,000 volunteers have helped serve nearly four million meals. \nThis initiative is an important part of H-E-B’s Hunger Relief Program\, which works year-round to prevent hunger. Last year\, H-E-B’s Hunger Relief Program donated 34 million pounds of food to families in need. Since 1982\, the year the program was founded\, H-E-B has donated more than 1 billion pounds of food to 5\,500 non-profit organizations in Texas and Mexico. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/h-e-b-33rd-feast-of-sharing/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T153000
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SUMMARY:Free Young Adult Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:Calling all South Texas young adults. Come out to this free event on Aug. 25 during the sixth annual South Texas Adolescent Health Summit. Make new friends and hear from cool and inspiring speakers about contraception\, healthy relationships and more. \nThe event includes free food and a $50 stipend. Only open to young adults ages 17-24. \nRegister online. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/free-young-adult-health-summit/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Chasteen%2C Sr. Director%2C Community Engagement Healthy Futures of Texas":MAILTO:mchasteen@healthyfutures-tx.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230731
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SUMMARY:MXLAN 2023 Art & Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable summer experience at the MXLAN 2023 Art & Music Festival July 28-30. The vibrant three-day festival includes the Calenda Street Parade\, Artisan Mercado\, live music\, Artisan Mercado\, fireworks\, Live in Motion Art\, Gratitude Tunnel\, Mexican crafts and more. \nLive music performers include Kinky\, Glare\, Little Jesus\, Maye\, Estevie and Lizzie Astorga. \nPremium events that require additional tickets are the Neon Nights 5k\, Spirits Mezcal & Tequila and Sabor A Mexico Food Festival. \nGeneral admission is free on July 28. General admission of $10 per person applies to Saturday and Sunday. Gates open at 7 p.m. \nTo purchase tickets\, visit www.MXLAN.com.\n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mxlan-2023-art-music-festival/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, 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:20230503T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T213000
DTSTAMP:20260512T014532
CREATED:20230424T173957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T173957Z
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SUMMARY:Taste McAllen
DESCRIPTION:Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce on May 3 for a culinary experience exploring the unique diversity and myriad of flavors from the region. \nThis is the Premier Food Festival of South Texas where guests can enjoy mouth-watering signature bites from over 20 staple restaurants unique to the region. \nIndividual tickets are $75 each and can be purchased online (service fees will apply). Attendees can enjoy signature bites from all the participating vendors\, along with beer\, wine and soft drinks included with General Admission access. Live music\, photo opportunities and other activations will also be available. \nTaste McAllen’s mission is to support and highlight the area restaurant community by showcasing the diverse culinary talents of the region. \nFor more information\, contact Economic Development Specialist Erica Almazan at 956-682-2871 or ealmazan@mcallenchamber.com.\n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/taste-mcallen/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, 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:20230222T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230222T133000
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CREATED:20230206T175704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T175809Z
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SUMMARY:Jumpstart Career Expo
DESCRIPTION:The largest career expo in the Rio Grande Valley takes place Feb. 22 where job seekers can connect with more than 150 employers offering more than 6\,500 jobs. Industries include health care\, government\, construction\, hospitality\, retail\, administrative support and more. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/jumpstart-career-expo/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiring events
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221021T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T171447Z
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SUMMARY:Noche del Vino
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTickets are available at Ticketmaster.com\, McAllen Performing Arts Center Box Office or Fiestadepalmas.com. \n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/noche-del-vino/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221024
DTSTAMP:20260512T014532
CREATED:20220823T150640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T213536Z
UID:10000831-1666310400-1666569599@valleybusinessreport.com
SUMMARY:Fiesta de Palmas 2022
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFiesta 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. \nFor more information\, visit Fiesta De Palmas Set For Oct. 21-23.\n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/fiesta-de-palmas-2022/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T183000
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CREATED:20210927T165239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T165239Z
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SUMMARY:McAllen “Man & Woman of the Year" Awards
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor table reservations or sponsorships\, contact Blanca Cardenas at 956-682-2871 or bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com.\n\n\n	Related
URL:https://valleybusinessreport.com/event/mcallen-man-woman-of-the-year-awards/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Boulevard\, McAllen\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awards and Recognitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="McAllen Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com
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