Hobbies in nature series at Quinta Mazatlan
BY SPECIAL TO THE MONITORGet ready for the most colorful migration of the year with Quinta Mazatlan’s “Spring Songbirds, Colorful Travelers” from 3 to...
Exhibit a plea to enhance awareness of fragile native environment
BY NANCY MOYERJessica Monroe, an activist on behalf of the local ecosystem, continues her portrayal of native Rio Grande Valley plants and wildlife in...
Advice: Welcome to the family, baby Austin
BY MARIA LUISA SALCINESThere’s nothing more emotional than welcoming a grandchild into this world.On Feb. 21, our grandson Austin Lazaro Salcines was born in...
‘It’s all about networking’
Tucked in the corner of her cluttered office, which she swears isn’t always that way, Cynthia Sakulenzki received a routine walk-in.“Is this the same...
The mockingbird sings, news it brings, of spring
BY ANITA WESTERVELTThe mockingbirds are singing, the sweet, heady scent of citrus blossoms is in the air, it’s the time of year to get...
Garden View: Landscaping for security
BY BARBARA STORZSpecialized landscaping to ensure security is an old concept. Walled gardens of Islam were known for their safety. The swept gardens of...
Weslaco hosts annual party for 1015 onion
The onion said “Cut me and I will make you cry.”Even though the vegetable will deliver upon its promise in kitchens and restaurants across...
Film Review: ‘Pacific Rim: Uprising’ lacks thrill, fun of original
BY BROOKE CORSO“I am not my father,” the son of a war hero proclaims in the opening seconds of “Pacific Rim: Uprising,” a sequel...
FESTIVA EVENTS — Friday, March 23 – Sunday, March 25
HAVE AN EVENT COMING UP? Submit your information to [email protected] by 5 p.m. Monday to be considered for the following Friday.ALL WEEKENDRGV HOME &...
Education Spotlight: ‘Music Educator of the Year’ awarded to La Joya fine arts administrator
BY SPECIAL TO THE MONITORLa Joya ISD’s head fine arts administrator, Jose Ruben Adame, was named the 2018 Texas Outstanding Music Educator of the...
