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FRIDAY
CHRIS RIVERA BAND
Live music.
WHEN 10 p.m. Friday
WHERE Bourbon St. Grill, 4800 N. 10th St., McAllen
Q’IN IT UP AT BIG RIVER
Q’IN IT UP BBQ and Catering will host a dinner event at Big River Brewery.
WHEN 5 p.m. Friday until food sells out
WHERE 505 W. Nolana Loop, Pharr
SUNSET YOGA
Yoga will support you in your journey to greater calm, joy, and awareness in all that you do. Bring a yoga mat or small blanket and water.
WHEN 5:15 p.m. Friday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 donation
2018 ALL VALLEY RV & OUTDOOR SHOW
The show will include live music, RC Racing, vendor booths and more. Parking is free.
WHEN 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday
WHERE RGV Livestock Showgrounds, 1000 N. Texas Ave., Mercedes
COST $5 admission
BIRD AND NATURE WALK
Join a staff naturalist for a 1/2 mile walk to explore birds, butterflies, plants, and whatever else happens to cross our path! Loaner binoculars are available free of charge. No experience is necessary.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Friday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 donation
VOLUNTEER DAYS
Volunteer opportunities include assisting with planting, ground maintenance, weed removal, bird feeding, plant removal, and more. Participants will also have the chance to learn about the various local plants and wildlife that reside in the Rio Grande valley. If you’re planning to volunteer we ask for you to wear breathable clothing, long pants, and closed toed shoes.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Friday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
WHERE MY GIRLS AT
Some of the best and most influential girl groups came out of the ’90s and the early 2000s. Dance to the music during Girl Group Night.
WHEN 10 p.m. Friday
WHERE Tres, 301 S. 17th St., McAllen
RETRO ROCKERS
The live band performs 1960s rock ‘n roll music.
WHEN 7:30 p.m. Friday
WHERE Ol D’s Soda Shop, 105 W. Jackson Ave., Harlingen
SATURDAY
BENEFITS OF ALOE VERA
The informative program will address the uses and benefits of aloe vera. Following the program, guests will have an opportunity to take a plant home.
WHEN 11 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 donation
BASIC NUTRITION FOR HEALTH CERTIFICATION
The nutrition course will help you understand how to choose good food, distribute macros, and practice clean eating for health and weight management.
WHEN 9 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association, 2007 W. Owassa Ave., Edinburg
SANTA ANA COMMUNITY HIKE
Join naturalist Tiffany Kersten for a leisurely hike along the trails. Wear suitable footwear and bring water and snacks and lunch if desired.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Road, Pharr
COST $5 per car
FEATURED BURGER VOTE-A-THON
Vote for your favorite burger to add to the permanent menu.
WHEN Noon Saturday
WHERE Grain to Glass, 5921 N. 23rd St., McAllen
SONGBIRD STROLL
Join an expert birder on a one hour bird walk for all skill levels. Binoculars will be provided.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center
COST $3 admission
CONNECTING WITH CRAFTERS
Find a wide variety of jewelry, handmade crafts, household goods, and much more from local area vendors.
WHEN 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Farmers Market, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen
COST Free
NATURE TOTS
This program is a nature play program designed specifically for our youngest visitors — ages 1 to 3. Tots will have fun playing in the water mist, discovering the sand and sieves, and hearing fun stories in the story tent.
WHEN 9:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center
COOKING IN SEASON
Join Chef Chris as he leads this cooking demonstration, giving you tips on preparing delicious and nutritious meals in your home.
WHEN 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Farmers Market, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen
COST Free
OPENING RECEPTION
Meet the artists, purchase artwork and enjoy refreshments during the opening night of the Hidalgo Watercolor Society show.
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Upper Valley Art League, 921 E. 12th St., Mission
PADDLE, PEDAL & FISH TOWN LAKE
Bring the family and pedal boat, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard on Town Lake! Rent one of ours, or bring your own canoe or kayak.
WHEN Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
COST Starting at $10
BIRD AND NATURE WALK
Join a staff naturalist for a 1/2 mile walk to explore birds, butterflies, plants, and whatever else happens to cross our path! Loaner binoculars are available free of charge. No experience necessary,
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 donation
STEAK IN YOUR COMMUNITY
The Youth of the Year will be named at this event. Most importantly, the evening will raise much-needed funds through our LIVE Auctions, Bonanza Boards, Treasure Trough and Save-the-Date Card Raffle to support the academic success, healthy life-styles, and character and civic engagement programs.
WHEN 5:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Boys & Girls Club, 702 Cullen St., Edinburg
WEEKLY MEDITATION FOR KIDS
This gathering is open for children 5 years old and up and they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the gathering.
WHEN 5 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Infinite Love, 2205 Cornerstone Blvd., Edinburg
COST Free
TAI CHI IN THE PARK
Tai Chi has positive effects on balance control, fitness and flexibility. Elderly and people with disabilities can also work within their limits. Wear comfortable clothing and flexible shoes, and bring water.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
LEARN TO GEOCACHE
Geocaching is a new-age scavenger hunt! All you need is a smartphone (and to download the app) in order to find geocaches around the RGV! The device will take you close to the cache, but then it’s searching with the eyes from there.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
RIO RICO: ONE TOWN, TWO COUNTRIES
Rio Rico is the Texas town that is located in Mexico. Learn how this happened.
WHEN 2 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Weslaco Museum, 500 S. Texas Blvd., Weslaco
PAINT WITH PIGGIE
Little Hands Art & Story Class with Piggie includes art lesson, one Elephant & Piggie hardcover book, and visit with Piggie. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE The Storybook Garden, 260 S. Texas Blvd., Weslaco
COST $15 per child
BIRD & NATURE HIKE
Increase fitness and knowledge by accompanying an experienced guide looking for the many birds that inhabit our 1,200-acre park.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Resaca de la Palma State Park, 1000 New Carmen Ave., Brownsville
COST $4 for adults, free for children 12 and under
DOWNTOWN HARLINGEN WALKING TOUR
Your guide will cover history, murals, buildings, businesses, and more. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. The tour lasts about 90 minutes.
WHEN 9 a.m. Saturday
WHERE J&B’s Cafe, 204 E. Jackson Ave., Harlingen
COST Free
SAXET GUN SHOW
In addition to weaponry, vendors will offer mesquite cutting boards, custom made pens, mesquite turnings and more.
WHEN 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
WHERE McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen
SUNDAY
SUNSET MEDITATION
In this meditation program we will explore simple techniques to reduce stress and increase well-being. Bring a yoga mat if desired.
WHEN 5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 donation
SUNDAY NIGHT COMEDY
Aida Rodriguez will be in McAllen performing at a special show sponsored by “The Historic Cine El Rey.”
WHEN 8 to 10 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Cine El Rey, 311 S. 17th St., McAllen
COST $10 presale, $15 at the door
PADDLE, PEDAL & FISH TOWN LAKE
Bring the family and pedal boat, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard on Town Lake! Rent one of ours, or bring your own canoe or kayak.
WHEN Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
COST Starting at $10
LITTLE UTOPIA: INVESTIGATING ANCIENT COMMUNITIES IN ECUADOR
The lecture will be presented by the UTRGV Department of Sociology and Anthropology.
WHEN 2 p.m. Sunday
WHERE International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
