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FRIDAY
STC PRESENTS ‘THE ILLUSION’
The play explores and relates to themes of love, humor, betrayal, and death.
WHEN 8 p.m. Friday
WHERE South Texas College Theater in McAllen
COST $10 general admission, $5 for students and faculty, veterans and seniors
KEVIN GARZA PRESENTS MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE
The event happens each Friday.
WHEN 10 p.m. Friday
WHERE Deloreans, 2200 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
SUNSET YOGA
Yoga encourages greater calm, joy, and awareness in all that you do.
WHEN 5:30 p.m. Friday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 per person suggested donation
HAPPY THE ENTERTAINER
Happy is an award-winning entertainer and has performed coast to coast.
WHEN 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE Pork Belly’s Bar and Grill, 7209 Mile 6 West, Weslaco
MUJER-ERES: AN EXHIBITION OF WOMEN’S ART
This exhibition caters to women artists within the RGV and surrounding areas. Each artist submitted various works pertaining to the theme of women and women empowerment.
WHEN 6 p.m. Friday
WHERE Platform 204, 119 W. Van Buren, Harlingen
ROY SOLIS BAND
The country group performs live.
WHEN 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE Pecker’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill, 1600 S. Westgate Drive, Weslaco
NONVIOLENT COMMUNICATION: DISCOVERY WEEK
A weekend workshop on Nonviolent Communication will help to transform how one connects to family, friends, loved ones, strangers, and self.
WHEN Friday through Sunday
WHERE Infinite Love, 2205 Cornerstone Blvd., Edinburg
PUPPY UNIVERSITY
Nino Drowaert, world leader in Puppy Training, will conduct a workshop. In this course you will learn Nino’s blueprint to obedience, learn the most efficient way to train, learn your dog’s language, learn how Nino gets the speed, precision, drive and focus you see in his videos.
WHEN 5:45 p.m. Friday
WHERE The RGV K9 Training Centre, 4501 Rio Grande Care Road, Edinburg
GUIDED BIRD WALKS
Discover the magic of migration that flies through Santa Ana.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Friday
WHERE Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Blvd., Alamo
CITRUS CENTER WINTER FESTIVAL
Learn about the Citrus Center and what they do.
WHEN 9 a.m. to noon Friday
WHERE Texas A&M University Kingsville Citrus Center, 312 N. International Blvd., Weslaco
MONSTER JAM
Unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable, Monster Jam takes center stage in the world’s most iconic venues, sporting meticulously manicured dirt tracks created with the sole purpose of pushing these perfectly engineered, ever-evolving trucks to their limits.
WHEN 7:30 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday
WHERE State Farm Arena, 2600 N. 10th St., Hidalgo
COST Tickets start at $15 at www.ticketmaster.com
ART NIGHT WITH CAROLINE STEEL
The artwork of world traveler Caroline Steel will be on display, and the creator will share stories of her art.
WHEN 6 p.m. Friday
WHERE D’Arte Centre Gallery, 115 E. Jackson St., Harlingen
ANDY VILLELA AND BENNY YBARRA
The singers will perform live.
WHEN 8 p.m. Friday
WHERE The Prelude, 113 E. Jackson St., Harlingen
COST $.25 per person
SATURDAY
SHOW YOUR EMOJI 5K RUN/WALK
The event will benefit the local National Alliance on Mental Illness RGV.
WHEN 8 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Sports Park, 3301 Buddy Owens Blvd., McAllen
TAI CHI IN THE PARK
Tai Chi has positive effects on balance control, fitness and flexibility. 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
COST $1 per person suggested donation
THE PALATINES ALBUM RELEASE SHOW
The band is releasing its full-length debut album, titled “Death From Below.”
WHEN 9 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Yerberia Cultura, 613 S. 17th St., McAllen
SANTA ANA COMMUNITY HIKE
Tiffany Kersten, former Santa Ana staff member and current Friends of the Wildlife Corridor board member, will lead a leisurely hike along the trails.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Blvd., Alamo
COST $5 per car
HEART OF TEXAS SHOW AND DANCE
Performers will include Tony Booth, Dion Pride (son of Charlie Pride), Justin Trevino and Amber Digby.
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Riverside Club, 214 E. Chimney Road, Mission
COST $30
HOLLYWOOD MOVIE NIGHT
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy a Hollywood classic on the big screen under the stars. There will be hotdogs, popcorn,drinks and candy.
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., McAllen
COST Free
STAND UP PADDLEBOARD WORKOUT
This is a 30-minute SUP workout for ages 10 and up only.
WHEN 5 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
COST $10
‘THE MUSIC MAN’
River City awaits during a live production of the Broadway play.
WHEN 7:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Harlingen Community Theater, 1209 Fair Park Blvd., Harlingen
EXPECT RESPECT TEEN LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
During the leadership conference for girls ages 13 to 17, teens will learn about healthy vs. unhealthy relationships.
WHEN 9 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 1800 S. Sixth St., McAllen
YOGA UNDER THE OAKS
Yoga has immense benefits beyond the mat — intentional breathing relieves stress and tension within the body and mind while the physical movement increases circulation and range of motion in a gentle and gradual way.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 suggested donation
NATURE TOTS
This program is a nature play program designed specifically for our youngest visitors — ages 1 to 3.
WHEN 9:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
SATURDAY OPEN MIC NIGHT
Live performances.
WHEN 9 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Luna Coffee House, 113 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
FLAPJACK FUNDRAISER
St. Baldrick’s Foundation is hosting a Flapjack Fundraiser. Funds raised at the event will help fund research for childhood cancers. Tickets are available by calling Robert Heiser at (325) 374-2720.
WHEN 8 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Applebee’s Grill & Bar, 514 E. Expressway 83, McAllen
COST $8 per person
THIN MINT SPRINT
Girl Scouts of Greater South Texas host the 5K.
WHEN 5 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
BIRD AND NATURE WALK
A staff naturalist will lead a 1/2 mile walk to explore birds, butterflies, plant and whatever else crosses the path.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
MOVIES AT THE PARK
The Disney classic “Beauty and the Beast” will be the featured film.
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Dr. William Long City/School Park, Pharr
COST Free
YOUNG HEARTS MATTER
This third annual event will have presentations on Teen Dating Violence Prevention and resource information for youths, parents and the entire community.
WHEN 8 a.m. Saturday
WHERE La Joya Coyote Stadium
LEARN TO GEOCACHE
All you need is a smartphone (and to download the app) in order to find geocaches around the RGV, around the country, and around the world! 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
PSJA TRACK OF HOPE
The sixth annual PSJA Track of Hope Cancer Awareness Walk is hosted by PSJA high school students. All proceeds benefit PSJA community members battling cancer.
WHEN 6 p.m. Saturday
WHERE PSJA Stadium, Pharr
COST $3 donation to enter
QIGONG
Qigong is a Chinese practice that has been present for over 5000 years. The slow, gentle movements in Qigong combine mental concentration with breathing exercises to improve overall health and vitality.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE RGV Music Therapy and Wellness Center, Mercedes
PHOTO WORKSHOP
Joe Anderson provides a crash course on wildlife photography techniques.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, Alamo
COST Free with a $5 parking fee
VOLUNTEER DAYS
Volunteer opportunities include assisting with planting, ground maintenance, weed removal, bird feeding, plant removal, and more.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
SUNSET NATURE WALK
Explore nature.
WHEN 5:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
DOWNTOWN HARLINGEN WALKING TOUR
Take a trip back in time on a free tour of Harlingen’s downtown. Learn about Harlingen history, nicknames, buildings, businesses and more.
WHEN 9 a.m. Saturday
WHERE J&B’s Cafe, 204 E. Jackson Ave., Harlingen
WORLD BIRDING CENTER BIRD WALK
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley specialties.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Estero Llano Grande State Park, Weslaco
COST $5 park admission
SUNDAY
PADDLEBOARD WORKOUT
The 30-minute event is open to ages 10 and older.
WHEN Noon Sunday
WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
COST $10
SUNSET MEDITATION
Explore simple techniques to reduce stress and increase well-being. Bring a yoga mat if desired.
WHEN 5:30 p.m. Sunday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 suggested donation
IMAS YOUTH ART CLASSES
Get inspired as IMAS focuses on a new medium each month.
WHEN 1 p.m. Sunday
WHERE International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
COST $10 for members, $15 non-members
OPEN MIC NIGHT
With a welcoming atmosphere, first-timers will leave wanting to come back.
WHEN 8 p.m. Sunday
WHERE The Prelude, 113 E. Jackson St.,
WORLD BIRDING CENTER BIRD WALK
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley specialties.
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Sunday
WHERE Estero Llano Grande State Park, Weslaco
COST $5 park admission
‘DANCING WITH THE STARS LIVE! — LIGHT UP THE NIGHT’
Professional “Dancing with The Stars” dancers will perform live.
WHEN 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25
WHERE McAllen Performing Arts Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen
COST Tickets start at $72 plus fees at ticketmaster.com
