SOCIALIFE MAGAZINE | JULY 2021

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The Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport hosted the Food Bank RGV ’s Empty Bowls Mobile Paint Party Kick-off on Sunday, June 6th. This was the first mobile paint party of the season, and it was a great family friendly event!

The bowls painted will be used for the Food Bank RGV’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Empty Bowls. The bowls serve as a reminder of those facing hunger in the RGV.

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CITY HALL UPDATE PHARR LEADS LEGISLATIVE EFFORTS IN AUSTIN

WORKING TO IMPROVE OUR INTERNATIONAL TRADING CAPACITY City of Pharr

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Dear Pharr Citizens and Families: I am happy to report that our efforts to advocate for funding, legislative changes, and improvements during the 87th Texas Legislative Session have been successful.

Our outstanding and dedicated team of advocates worked closely with our South Texas Legislative Delegation and with members from both the Senate and the House of Representatives to pass legislation that will positively impact our region and our city.

Every other year, the Texas Legislature convenes for 140 days to pass bills, allocate funding, and approve the state budget for the following year.

During this small window of time, our City of Pharr advocates were successful in passing three bills that are vital to our economy, bridge infrastructure, and international trade.

The Pharr International Bridge continues to increase its overall crossings annually by 3-5% and remains one of the top ports of entry in most major commodities such as produce and automotive. The bridge now crosses 65% of the nation’s produce imported from Mexico and over $36 billion in annual trade. Through these legislative efforts, we will be able to expand our capacity, improve operations, and can continue to seek funding for improvements.

Our economy depends on this international commerce, and we are proud to continue to be proactive and successful in our efforts to remain one of the nation’s leading port of entries.

This session was a great success for our city and our economy, and we are thankful to all our Texas legislators for their support.

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PHARR ADVOCATES FOR PASSAGE OF BILL TO EXPEDITE BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS Pharr advocated and led the efforts for the passage of Senate Bill 2243 in the Texas Legislature. The bill amends the Transportation Code by providing an exemption from commission approval for the reconstruction or improvement of existing bridges over the Rio Grande, including the Pharr International Bridge.

BENEFIT: Speeds up construction at the Pharr Bridge and increases bridge operations.

PHARR WORKS WITH LEGISLATORS TO CONTINUE FUNDING THE STAC PROGRAM The City of Pharr successfully led the efforts for the passage of House Bill 1371/Senate Bill 1566 in the Texas Legislature, a bill that provides continued congestion relief at ports of entry along the South Texas-Mexico border by extending the Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program, better known as the South Texas Assets Consortium (STAC) Program, through 2025.

BENEFIT: More efficient inspections and crossings at the Pharr International Bridge.

PHARR TAKES LEAD IN CREATION & PASSAGE OF LEGISLATURE TO ENHANCE BRIDGE FUNDING The City of Pharr has successfully led the efforts for the passage of House Bill 2843 / Senate Bill 1334 in the Texas Legislature, a bill that addresses funding mechanisms to invest in our ports of entry infrastructure. This bill will benefit both cityand county-owned ports of entry like the Pharr International Bridge.

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The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted their monthly mixer on Monday, June 7th at Pepper ’s at Uptown. The event was created so members could mingle and get to know each other and future members. Peppers provided delicious appetizers while members got to enjoy their cold beverages. Door prizes were also available. “Donate an item and get extra time to talk about your business,” noted Juan Rosales, vice chair of membership. Non-members were also invited to attend and learn about all the benefits and services that the RGV Hispanic Chamber provides.

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The McAllen Chamber of Commerce hosted their quar terly luncheon at the Embassy Suites at the McAllen Convention Center. Guests connected with their newest chamber members while listening to the comical duo Rick Guerra and John Kreidler. The McAllen Crime Stoppers sponsored the luncheon and talked about the City of McAllen being one of the safest cities nationwide and also honored the families of the fallen officers Edelmiro Garza Jr. and Ismael Chavez.

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The Rio Grande Valley Literacy Center celebrated their 9th Annual Boots & Bling Gala on Saturday, June 26th, at the Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport. This year, the theme was “Kickin’ Illiteracy Out of the RGV ”. It was a night of honoring the communities, supporters and the students of the RGVLC. This event recognized the individuals who have fought the odds and have successfully completed one of the RGVLC programs. While guests enjoyed their dinner, they heard the stories of the positive impacts the RGVLC has had in the lives of the students that go through the programs. It was a fun-filled evening of dancing to great country music, delicious dinner and an amazing silent auction.

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ETIQUESTIONS Dr. Barbara Baggerly-Hinojosa

I recently hosted an event and requested RSVPs. I was surprised to see how many I received since traditionally people do not RSVP. However, I was very disappointed when more than a third of the people who sent in their RSVP did not even attend. How do we judge attendance?

Now that everyone is able to leave home and attend events, I have noticed that people are letting loose and having fun. What is the appropriate amount of “fun” to have at professional events?

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to hear that you received some, rather than not receiving any. I think it is always best to plan for more rather than fewer. This is a great reminder to everyone that if a RSVP is requested, please send one in only if you plan to attend the event. It is also appropriate to respond with a decline if that is an option on the RSVP requested and you know you can not attend the event.

I agree with you that people are ready to have fun after the year we have all had. It is important to remember that at the reason you are at the event. Most of the events are not just for fun but, rather, have a larger purpose. Enjoy yourself, but always remember you are interacting with clients or (hopefully) future clients.

I recently attended a fundraising event at a Country Club where our host provided menus for us to order dinner from. I noticed that one of the couples at my table asked for a meal that was not on the menu. They are members of the club and felt like they could order what they wanted. Is it ok to order off the menu when you are not paying?

This is a great question, and it reminds me of how much importance we sometimes put on the food when we attend events. Always remember that it is not about the food. When a host provides a menu, they have usually spent some time looking at selections and budgets. It is appropriate to stick to the menu. Find something on the provided menu to order and make sure to thank the host for the selection of food choices.

Barbara Baggerly-Hinojosa, Ph.D. is a wife, mother, and educator living in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. She is a graduate of Our Lady of the Lake University with a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies. In addition, she holds an Associate of Arts degree in Education from McLennan Community College, Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Texas – Pan American, and a Master of Arts in Educational Supervision from the University of Texas – Pan American. Dr. Baggerly-Hinojosa’s current research is focused on servant leadership, gender issues in leadership, and leadership communication. www.leadershipempowermentgroup.com

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CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY

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More than three years ago, the team at South Texas Health System McAllen announced a bold vision to fully renovate its facility. The goal was simple and ambitious: to present an environment, inside and out, that better reflected the quality of compassionate care provided at this long-standing and respected McAllen institution.

Nearly $50 million and more than 15 months of hard work went into making that vision a reality. This month, South Texas Health System McAllen celebrates the one-year anniversary of the culmination of this exciting project.

Creating a More Welcoming Environment The changes began with an overhaul to the exterior of the iconic and highly visible facility, including painting it a warmer, more contemporary color, adding new outdoor lighting, refreshing the landscaping and updating the parking lot.

Inside, the renovations helped to improve the overall patient experience by enhancing the facility’s ambiance. Patient room upgrades included new flooring and ceilings, LED lighting, and new showers, toilets and bathroom floors.

In the cafeteria, the dining areas were upgraded with new booths, raised ceilings and a relaxing color scheme, resulting in a more inviting space for patients, their families, visitors and staff.

The lobby now features an updated reception desk, raised ceilings and new finishes. And the new nurses’ stations enhance workflow and feature better signage to direct visitors.

The ultimate goal of the renovations was to create a setting that helped put patients at ease by rising above the sterile environment so often found in healthcare settings. The result is a warm and inviting environment that welcomes patients and their families.

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A History of Quality Care The renovations were also made, in part, to better reflect the quality of care that South Texas Health System McAllen has been providing area residents since 1985.

While the existing facility first opened its doors at its current location more than 35 years ago, its history of providing care to the residents of the Rio Grande Valley goes back more than 100 years. Its precursor opened in 1919 and spent more than 50 years in downtown McAllen as McAllen Municipal Hospital, McAllen General Hospital and McAllen Methodist Hospital.

Well-Earned Recognition for Quality Care Today, South Texas Health System McAllen is a full-service, acute care facility that is the proud recipient of numerous accreditations, certifications and other forms of recognition.

As the Upper Valley’s only verified Level II Trauma Center, South Texas Health System McAllen continues to advance emergency services for the community. As a certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and the hub of the South Texas Health System Neurosciences and Stroke Institute, the facility treats the most critical stroke cases in its endovascular suite and provides neuro-endovascular care and stroke-certified physical rehabilitation services. In addition, it offers a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to care for newborns with critical issues.

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Among South Texas Health System McAllen’s numerous awards and accreditations are the following: ྴ American Heart Association®/American Stroke Association’s® Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus (2020) ྴ Verified as an Advanced Level II Trauma Center, the first in the Upper Valley ྴ Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level II Primary Stroke Facility Designation ྴ Awarded an “A” grade in the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade (2021), the sixth consecutive “A” grade for the facility ྴ Received the Patient Safety Excellence Award™ three years in a row from Healthgrades (2019-2021) ྴ Named among the top 10 percent in the nation for Patient Safety three years in a row by Healthgrades (2019-2021) ྴ Recognized as a Five-Star recipient for treatment of sepsis three years in a row

by Healthgrades (2018-2020) ྴ Received the Healthgrades Cardiac Care Excellence Award™ four years in a row (2017-2020) ྴ Named among the top 10 percent in the nation for Overall Cardiac Services for four years in a row (2017-2020) ྴ Received the 2021 Women’s Choice Award for Best Mammogram Center ྴ Received the Healthgrades Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ two years in a row (2019-2020) ྴ Accredited by the American College of Radiology for the following services: • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence — includes 2D and 3D mammography, breast ultrasound, ultrasound-guided breast biopsy, stereotactic breast biopsy • Lung Cancer Screening Center of Excellence

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What’s more, South Texas Health System McAllen is a key component of South Texas Health System – a regional multi-facility system that has earned a reputation for excellence in providing quality healthcare to the residents of the Rio Grande Valley. With more than 3,000 employees, nearly 650 physicians in specialties ranging from primary care to neurosurgery and behavioral health, and 500 volunteers, South Texas Health System is the largest healthcare system south of San Antonio.

More Improvements on the Horizon While South Texas Health System McAllen celebrates the one-year anniversary of its completed renovations, there are more improvements on the horizon.

Interventional radiology capabilities will be added to its long list of services in July. This specialized field of radiology allows physicians to not just interpret medical images, but to also use them to perform minimally invasive surgical procedures through small incisions in the body, enhancing the wide-ranging surgical options now available at the facility.

Further renovations are also underway, including an enhanced conference center with updated meeting rooms and a specialized coffee shop that will give patients, visitors and staff another inviting option to relax and recharge.

The bottom line? At South Texas Health System McAllen, the health of you and your family is everyone’s top priority. It drives everything they do and inspires them to be among the nation’s leaders in healthcare, continuing to add to their quality services and always striving to ensure that the residents of the Rio Grande Valley have access to the care they need when and where they need it most – in a setting this is comfortable and inviting.

To find a doctor or receive a physician referral, call 956-632-4000.

For more information on South Texas Health System McAllen programs and services, visit southtexashealthsystemmcallen.com.

Accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most medical insurance plans.

301 W. Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503 956-632-4000

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WOMEN OF DISTINCTION RGV HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Mission Photography by Sergio Arratia

The R GV Hi spani c C hamb er o f Commerce celebrated their annual Women of Distinction Awards Dinner on Wednesday, June 9th at the Mission Event Center. The annual event focuses on women from throughout the Rio Grande Valley who excel in their industry. This year ’s honorees were: Government, Veronica Gonzales, UTRGV V.P. of Government Affairs; Education, Dr. Carolina Perez, Mission CISD Superintendent; Entrepreneur, Ronnie Ontiveros, owner of Medcare Ambulance Service and Nex t Home Realty; Professional, Dalinda Guillen, Executive Director of the Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation; Arts & Entertainment, Mayra Garcia Adame, Direc tor of Mariachi and Conjunto Programs for L a Joya/ Palmview High School; Humanitarian, Adelita Munoz, retired Texas A & M Agri Representative; Military, Lieutenant Yvette Garcia; Health, Laura Disque; Rising Star, Eliza Garza, owner of Iced Cube Raspas; and HEB Essential Leader, Karina Walker, HEB pharmacist. HEB and Rio Grande Regional Hospital were Presenting Sponsors to the event which hosted a cocktail hour and a piano and mariachi event as well as raffle prizes and Kendra Scott jewelry.

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ADELITA MUÑOZ, RYAN MARTINEZ, CINTHYA ZAKULENSKY

DAVID RIVERA, CHRIS RIVERA, SALLY FRAUSTO GUERRA

KAREN NAVARRO, JORDAN DE LA GARZA, MAYRA FLORES

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Fun Food!

Dairy Chopos McAllen - Mission

A K C A N S Iced Cube Mexican Street Eats Edinburg - McAllen - Mission

For more information please call 956-598-8548

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10 N. Broadway St., McAllen

For more information go to www.icedcubeshavedice.com For more information please call 956-639-7875

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5808 S. Cage Blvd, Pharr

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1328 S. Jackson Rd Suite600, McAllen

For more information go to www.snack-stop.com

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1801 Rose Ave, Weslaco

For more information please call 956-867-2321 For more information please call 956-351-2641

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Scholarships Academic Support Services Leadership Opportunities Mentoring

For Sponsorship Details: (956) 872-2077 valleyscholars@southtexascollege.edu

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Scan the QR Code to the right to make a donation All Net Proceeds from “A Night with the Stars” Benefit South Texas College Valley Scholars Program Scholarships.

Peter Dabrowski, Music Director/Conductor

COMING SOON THE 70th ANNIVERSARY SEASON Performances begin in October Sponsorship opportunities available

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TEXAS COOK’EM EDINBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Edinburg

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosted the highly anticipated “ Texas Cook ’Em: High Steaks in Edinburg”. The event returned with a great turnout on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Over 86 competitive cooking teams from throughout the state of Texas gathered to compete at Ebony Hills Golf Course. Crowds enjoyed a day of family entertainment including kiddie rides, a car show, fireworks, BMX Pro Trick Team Show and a free concert by country music star Easton Corbin.

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Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley’s

25+ Valley’s Best Restaurants, Raffles, Music & More!

For restaurant participation or sponsorship Information, contact Philip Farias: pfarias@foodbankrgv.com | 956-904-4513 This organization is an equal opportunity provider.

NON-PROFIT SPOT LIGHT

WOMEN TOGETHER | MUJERES UNIDAS Women Together is a non-profit organization established in 1978 to provide a safe-haven to victims of family violence and their children. Since 1978, the agency has evolved and provides an array of services that include rape crisis intervention, counseling, legal advocacy, community education, and the Batterers Intervention and Prevention Program. Volunteers are utilized in all facets of the organization.

Domestic violence can be defined as a pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. It can happen to anyone of any race, age, sexual orientation, religion or gender. It can happen to couples who are married,

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living together or who are dating. It affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels.

The mission of the organization is to provide shelter and support services to victims of domestic violence and survivors of sexual assault and their families and to provide community education, awareness and prevention programs to communities we serve, with the mission of ending violence so that individuals may live without fear, abuse or oppression.

For more information on domestic violence or if you want to help by donating please go to the website www.mujeresunidas.com

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Skilled and Personal …

Orthopaedic Care

South Texas Health System Clinics will welcome Matthew A. Frank, MD, in August.

Hospital visits often begin with broken bones and other traumatic injuries. Should the unexpected happen to you or someone you care about, it’s good to know that Dr. Frank will soon be joining the South Texas Health System Clinics team.

Dr. Frank provides skilled, convenient and personalized orthopaedic care, including trauma and fracture care for upper and lower extremities, as well as the hip socket and pelvis. As a skilled Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon, he will be a valuable resource for providing outpatient follow-up care after hospital visits for orthopaedic injuries.

Dr. Frank is board certified in orthopaedic surgery. He attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine with postgraduate training that includes a residency at NJMS/Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey, and an Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship and Post-traumatic Reconstruction Fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute/Tampa General Hospital.

Matthew Frank, MD Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery

Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery 1801 S. 5th St. | Suite 104 | McAllen, TX 78503 To view our provider directory visit sthsclinics.com For physician referral assistance, call 956-625-1144 (Physician referral may be required.)

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Red Matters to Hummingbirds Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center

By Quinta Mazatlán-Center for Urban Ecology

Red has been known amongst many cultures and throughout many eras as the color of love.

It is associated with energy, passion, and warmth. Psychologists have studied the intricate details of its association with deep, complex emotions.

Well, the birds think otherwise. If you’re a hummingbird, anything red simply has the potential to be food. Tasty nectar, vital to life as a hummingbird, is often associated with large red flowers. These

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Truth is, the amount of red that is already present on your plastic feeder is more than enough for them to be magnetized to it. No solid research has found that red dye negatively affects hummingbirds, but there is also no research showing that it isn’t harmful. Side-by-side studies have shown that feeders filled with red-colored sugar-water

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don’t attract any more hummingbirds than feeders with sugar-water not dyed red. So, why take the risk? Would you cover your entire breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a substance whose effects you knew little about, just to make it look more appealing? Please, err on the safe side, and leave your sugar-water in its natural, clear color.

Visit Quinta Mazatlán in McAllen, Texas to view the beautiful hummingbirds around the red flowered Turk’s Cap. Think about planting Turk’s Cap in your backyard to create your own backyard sanctuary. Follow Quinta Mazatlán on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Youtube @QuintaMazatlan to learn more about our natural and Turk’s Cap

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Formidable Females is a collection that celebrates females of the Rio Grande Valley who left their mark on history.

Formidable Females is a collection that celebrates females of the Rio Grande Valley who left their mark on history.

The items in this collection represent national and local achievements. Anne Armstrong achieved several “firsts” for women, including becoming co-chair of a Republican

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National Convention, keynote speaker at a Republican National Convention, counselor and Cabinet member under President Nixon, and U. S. Ambassador to Great Britain.

In 1987, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Others in the collection include Cleo Dawson Smith, who often

appeared on national talk shows to discuss psychology; Emilia Schunior Ramírez, a distinguished educator and author of the lower Rio Grande Valley; and Margaret H. McAllen, a founder of what is now the Museum of South Texas History.

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These women represent a portion of the population that is often left out of history books. View the collection at https://hub.catalogit.app/4837 or scan QR code.

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The Women’s Council of REALTORS®️ Mc Allen event was hos te d and sponsored by Rio Bank on June 16 and was a very successful and informative seminar. Dr. Barbara Hinojosa was the guest speaker with the topic “Let’s Talk Emotional Intelligence”. In attendance were more than 60 people including realtors from our area and strategic partners. Delicious food was catered

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June 1 - September 30 2021 Chuckwagon Dinner McAllen Heritage Center Macaroni Grill McAllen Save the Date

Rogelio Ramos McAllen Convention Center Save the Date

July 20

Fourth of July Celebration City of McAllen Save the Date

Successful Social Media Strategies for Business and Personal Influencing Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas RGV Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 6:00 p.m.

July 4

July 23 - 25

July 3

Texas Cook’Em High Steaks custom car-truck and hot rod show Edinburg Chamber of Commerce 10:30 a.m.

Independence Day Festival City of Pharr Jones Box Park 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

July 7

Kind Girls, A Kindness Workshop for Girls Angels of Love Action Dance Studio 8:30 a.m. - 12”00 p.m.

July 8

Girl Power, A Tween Empowerment Conference for Girls ages 10-12 Angels of Love Action Dance Studio 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Expect Respect, A Teen Leadership Conference for Teen Girls Angels of Love Action Dance Studio 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

July 10

FridaFest 2021 City of Edinburg City Hall Courtyard 3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

July 17

Pancho Barraza McAllen Performing Arts Save the Date

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Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo McAllen Convention Center Save the Date

July 24

Loteria Night Event Hidalgo County Democratic Party Prism Event Center 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

August 20 - 21

Fishing for Kids 3rd Annual Superintendent’s Tournament McAllen ISD Louie’s Backyard - SPI Save the Date

August 22

Il Divo Concert Performing Arts Center 8:00 p.m.

August 24

Entrepreneur Power Network Network Lead Exchange - McAllen Chapter Radisson Hotel McAllen 6:00 p.m.

August 26

Divas McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.

Congressional Review Luncheon RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Embassy Suites Convention Center 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

August 5

August 28

Pitbull Bert Ogden Arena Save the Date

August 13

Collage 2021 Gala IMAS McAllen Convention Center 6:00 p.m.

Bely y Beto Show McAllen Performing Arts 7:00 p.m.

16th Annual Fishing for Hope Tournament SHR Health Louie’s Backyard - SPI Save the Date

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August 29

Protecting Your Assets: Property, Personal and Estate Planning Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas RGV Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 6:00 p.m.

August 20

Legislative Briefing Breakfast Edinburg Chamber of Commerce Edinburg Conference Center ay Renaissance 9:00 a.m.

Matute McAllen Convention Center Save the Date

Sofia De Nino De Rivera McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.

September 8

Enrique Iglesias & Ricky Martin Bert Ogden Arena 6:00 p.m.

September 10

Caifanes McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.

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Financial Planning for Women Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas - RGV Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 6:00 p.m.

September 16

Buenas Tardes Luncheon Community Leader Spotlight Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce Save the Date

September 18

Dinner & Auction Scholarship Concert IDEA Public Schools Las Palmas Race Park 6:30 p.m.

Wild West Casino Night McAllen Public Library 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

September 21

Empty Bowls 2021 RGV Food Bank Bert Ogden Arena 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

September 24

Zoe McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.

October 1

Divorciemonos mi Amor McAllen Performing Arts 8:30 p.m.

October 2

Teo Gonzalez McAllen Convention Center Save the Date

October 7

Man and Woman of the Year McAllen Chamber of Commerce McAllen Performing Arts Center 6:30 p.m.

Gabriel Iglesias - Beyond the Fluffy Bert Ogden Arena 7:00 p.m.

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October 28

Inspector & Elefante McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.

Felipe Esparza: Unmasked McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.

October 10

Mau y Ricky + Ousi 21 - Panas & Parceros McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.

October 16

MC Magic - Lost in Love Tour McAllen Performing Arts 7:00 p.m.

October 21

Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement Orchidee Studio McAllen 6:30 p.m.

A Night in Morocco Annual GMCC Awards Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce 6:00 p.m.

October 22

Santa Fe Wine Classic Quinta Mazatlan Save the Date Porque los Hombre Aman a las Cabronas McAllen Performing Arts 8:30 p.m.

October 22 - 24

Jalapeño RGV Amateur Championship RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Palm View Golf Course Save the Date

October 23

David Bisbal McAllen Performing Arts 8:30 p.m.

Fiesta de Palmas McAllen Convention Center Save the Date

Hope is in Bloom Catholic Charities of the RGV Embassy Suites Convention Center 6:30 p.m.

October 29-30

Jon Pardi McAllen Convention Center 7:00 p.m.

November 4

Cristian Castro Hits Tour McAllen Performing Arts 8:00 p.m.

November 13

Gold Medal Brunch Benefit Special Olympics Texas RGV Radisson Hotel McAllen 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

November 13

Dancing with the Stars RGV Diabetes Association Mission Event Center Save the Date

November 14

Camilo - Mis Manos Tour McAllen Performing Arts 7:00 p.m.

December 1

Pretty in Pearls Comfort House Embassy Suites Convention Center 6:00 p.m.

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RGV Pokefest 2022 McAllen Convention Center Save the Date

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