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In the December issue, the instructions for the Papaya Shrimp Ceviche recipe were mis-printed. The following are the full correct instructions: “In a nonreactive bowl mix the juice and zest of lime and orange, add the habanero, onion, and shrimp. Cover and marinate refrigerated for two hours. Add the remaining ingredients and marinate for an additional twenty minutes. Serve chilled with tortilla chips and enjoy!” For full monthly recipes, photos, and articles visit rgvgoguide.com.

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dear READERS: I recently read this statistic for 2012: the average American spends 123 hours a year reading magazines. That’s 10 ¼ hours a month or 2 ½ hours a week; whether it’s at your house, in a bookstore, or in the loo, we hope that The Go Guide becomes a part of your yearly hours in 2013. If statistics aren’t your thing, let’s try Twain. Borrowing from his famous quote about reading, I’ll argue that those that don’t read good material: whether it’s a magazine, book, or news article, have no advantage over those who simply cannot read. We make choices daily as to what information we receive. We don’t have to turn on the TV, pick up a book, or read Facebook posts. We choose to do this. As I look to the coming year, I am dedicated to building content in The Go Guide that meets the standard of “good reading”. Our aim is to create conversation, action and a sense of ownership of the place we are from and issues that might concern us. Even the Greeks, Plato specifically, wrote that the world of knowledge has a soul, whereas writing is only an image, unchangeable once placed and unable to defend itself. It seems that we must take the invention of writing, take the creation of The Go Guide, and put it into good use within the world of shared knowledge: discussion, more writing, action. Go then and talk about what you read, talk about what you experience and what you want to know rather than simply reading and forgetting. It is the discussion and interaction with the content in The Go Guide that is the aim of this publication. Use it to inform yourself, then go and do, talk, enjoy, share these events and places and ideas with others. Only if we do this, will we grow as a community. Only if we participate in our community, try new activities: restaurants, music, events, bars, only if we discuss controversial topics, challenge one another’s way of thinking, have different opinions on things, places, people will we grow and create change. My New Year’s resolution for 2013? Be a better contributor to the world. The Go Guide is one venue for this effect. Challenge it, embrace it, talk about it, use it, and approach 2013 with the best version of yourself that you can present: that’s what we’ll be doing. Hope to hear you out there too. Cheers, Pattie Parker Publisher

PAUL CASTANEDA @ JABER ESTATE WINERY

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ESTATE winery It is such a treat to open and drink a bottle of wine made in the RGV. Last September, I attended the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Jaber Estate Winery located on 22283 Western Road in Mission. The event included a tour by the owner himself, Mr. Jorge Jaber, an energetic 80-yearold businessman from Mexico. Three years ago he planted two and a half acres of Black Spanish grapes and three acres of Blanc deBois grapes. As he showed us the facility, I was quite amazed. He described every step, from picking the grapes to labeling the bottles. The machinery was all there, the fermentation

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tanks, the barrels, everything. It was quite breathtaking. After the tour, as I sat in the outdoors reception area, sipping a glass of red, looking at the vineyards, I was proud. The red wine I was drinking was the product of this land that I love so much. The aroma, soft and soothing. The taste, tangy and refreshing. I was an instant fan, not just of the wine but of the wine-maker, Mr. Jaber, whose dream of making wine has been fulfilled. And now we all have the chance to take a part of that dream with us. I walked out with two bottles of 2011 red. To visit the winery, call 956-330-3609 to make an appointment and to get driving directions. Treat yourself to a wine tasting for $5 or get the whole experience for only $7 (tour and wine tasting). And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to walk away with your favorite bottle or two of the Black Spanish or Blanc du Bois, each available for $25 each (wine tasting fee waived if you do). The vineyard is also available to host any type of event, from a cozy party for two to any type of large special event.

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The Office Bar & Grill Homemade Food w/ Pub Atmosphere Daily Specials, Homemade Soup of the Day All Food Prepared In House & Never Frozen Monday Nights: High School Burger Specials MON-SAT: 11a.m.-11p.m..

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ASIAN Miyagi Sushi, Stir-Fry and Seafood Fresh Fish with Gourmet Presentation at Affordable Prices Try the “Fighting Mando Roll” 100% Profits to Charity MON-THURS: 11:30a.m.10p.m. FRI-SAT: 11:30a.m.-11p.m. SUN: 12p.m.-8p.m.

BAKERIES CC’s Sweets & Tweets Boutique Bakery French Macaroons, Cupcakes & Brownies “We Love to Bake You Happy” MON-SAT 10a.m.-7p.m..

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The Cupcake Factory Winners of “Cupcake Wars” Season 5 Cupcakes Made Fresh Daily Rotating Celebrity Specials MON-FRI: 11a.m.-8p.m.

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From inexpensive to higher end, these help you budget your meals.

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Guaranteed to have vegetarian main dishes as well as side items too. Guaranteed to have gluten free main dishes for the allergic. Sit and relax on these businesses’ outside patios.

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Roosevelt’s at 7 An Eatery and Alehouse Weekly Lunch Special 12-2p.m. 48 Tap Craft Beers, Bottles and Wine Event: 29th: Sunday Brunch 11a.m.-4p.m. MON-FRI 11a.m.-2a.m. SAT-SUN 1p.m.-2a.m.

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Geat I N T E R N AT I O N A L Alberico Fine Wine Wine Centric International Cuisine, Wine Retailer Daily Features, Monthly Wine Maker Dinners Wednesdays: Letters from the Vineyard MON-SAT: 7a.m.-12a.m. SUN: 12p.m.-6p.m.

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Peppo’s Urban Restaurant Urban Eatery with and International Flare Popular American Favorites: Paninis, Burgers, Pastas, Soups & Salads Bring in The Go Guide and get 15% off of your meal! MON-FRI: 11a.m.-3p.m. 5:30p.m.-9:30p.m. SAT: 12p.m.-10p.m.

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Callejón de los Milagros Carnes y Mariscos Con Un Toque Mexicano Live Music Thursday -Saturday Drink Specials: Beer and Margaritas Monday-Friday 5-8p.m. SUN-WED 11:30a.m.-12a.m. THURS-SAT 11:30a.m.-2a.m.

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Republic of the Rio Grande Authentic Mexican Cuisine Daily Lunch and Dinner Items Live Music WednesdayFriday MON-THURS: 11a.m.10p.m. FRI-SAT: 11a.m.-12a.m. (Bar until 1a.m.) SUN: 12p.m.-4p.m.

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ITALIAN Mama’s Pizzeria Traditional Italian Kitchen, Family Owned Daily Lunch Specials 11a.m.-2p.m. and Drink Specials: Beer Monday-Friday 5-8p.m. MON-SAT 11a.m.-10p.m. SUN 12p.m.-8p.m.

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Geatguide SEAFOOD La Jaiba Mexican Seafood Grill 100% Authentic Mexican Style Seafood Variety of Tacos, Cocktails and Gourmet Seafood Daily Specials: Lunch 11a.m.-3p.m. Drinks 3p.m.6p.m. FRI-SAT: 9p.m.-11p.m. SUN-THURS: 11a.m.-10p.m. FRI-SAT: 11a.m.-11p.m.

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STEAKHOUSES Santa Fe Steakhouse Fine Dining Experience, Steak and Seafood Live Music Daily Daily Features MON-SAT 5p.m.-2a.m.

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ggplant is the featured ingredient in this month’s farmers’ market recipes. Brought to you by Bobby Vasquez, head chef at The Office Bar and Grill, are two different ways to serve up this versatile and nutritious vegetable. A former restaurant owner and chef at The Office for 3 years now, Vasquez sees eggplant with many more options than just your traditional Eggplant Parmigiana. You can bake, sauté, or grill it very similar to squash (although its consistency is much denser), and what’s great about it is it’s aptitude to soak up any flavor you put with it. Not to mention: it’s fresh at your local farmers markets. The following two dishes are easily modified to your liking, and are happily shared with you from Bobby Vasquez and the kitchen at the Office bar and Grill. Enjoy!

EGGPLANT R O L L AT I N I Ingredients: 1 Eggplant 2 Chicken Breasts 1 Yellow Onion 1 Green Bell Pepper 1 Celery Stalk 1 Clove of Garlic ½ Valley Lemon 1 Bunch Spinach 3-5 White Mushrooms Olive Oil Salt and Pepper Sauce: Alfredo Sauce Marinara Sauce Parmesan Cheese Instructions: Sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, minced garlic and a splash of olive oil. When tender, add in chicken breast. Cook through, season with salt and pepper. Sandwich slice the eggplant at 1/10 inch slices and grill or sauté on medium high heat until soft. Slice the chicken breast into 3-4 pieces per breast, then wrap in eggplant slices. Top with Sugo Rosa sauce (half and half mix of alfredo and marinara sauce with parmesan cheese melted in). Sauté fresh spinach, mushrooms, and onions serve on side.

STUFFED CROWN EGGPLANT Ingredients: ½ Eggplant “Crowned” 5 Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Angel Hair Pasta Minced Garlic Olive Oil Salt and Pepper Sauce: White Wine Butter Fresh Chopped Basil Garlic

Instructions: Cut ends off of eggplant and carve zig zagged to make a ‘crown’. Place on roasting pan and drizzle with olive oil. Roast in oven at 360 degrees for 10-12 minutes. While roasting, butterfly shrimp and sautee on hot skillet for 3-4 minutes with olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Prepare Shrimp Scampi Sauce and Angel Hair Pasta. To plate: place eggplant crown on top of pasta, surround with shrimp, top with sauce and garnish with fresh dill, basil, or your favorite herb.

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Roosevelt’s at 7 Server Industry Night Specials: Selected Beers, Mimosas 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.6p.m. Sunday Music Sessions 8p.m. Event: 27th: Sunday Brunch 11a.m.-4p.m. 1p.m.-2a.m. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-12a.m.

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Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers, 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJ Specials: Jack Daniels, Wells, Select Shots, Frozen Marg, Select Beers 8p.m.-2a.m.

Santa Fe Cantina People’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music Daily Full Bar, Wine Selection 5p.m.-2a.m.

house. wine. & bistro Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beers 11a.m.-12a.m.

Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3-12a.m.

The Office Bar & Grill Football Specials: Domestic Drafts 32 oz, 22oz 11a.m.-11p.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-10p.m.

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G drink T U E S D AY S Alberico Fine Wine TBA: Tuesdays at 2 with Chef Temoshi Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7a.m.-12a.m. Cine El Rey Independent Movie Night 7p.m.-10p.m. Tuesday Night Music Club The Brotherhood Revival 10p.m.-2a.m. DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJ Specials: Crown Royal, Wells, Select Shots, Frozen Marg, Select Beers 8p.m.-2a.m. house. wine. & bistro Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4-7p.m. 11a.m.-12a.m. The Office Bar & Grill Specials: Domestic Drafts 22oz, Wells, Jager Bombs 11a.m.-11p.m.

Peacock’s Shot Bar Ask Your Bartender for Daily Shot Deals Specials: Domestics, Premiums, Imports and Wells before 11p.m. 9p.m.-2a.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-10p.m. Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers, 25% off Appetizers 3-6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m. Santa Fe Cantina People’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music Daily Full Bar, Wine Selection 5p.m.-12a.m. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3-12a.m.

W E D N E S D AY S Alberico Fine Wine 7p.m.: Letters From the Vineyard with J Whiddon 25 person limit, first come first serve Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7a.m.-12a.m. Cine El Rey Comedy Night – Come Laugh With Us! National touring comedy acts Local comedians welcome 8p.m.-2a.m. DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJ Specials: Ciroc, Johnny W. Black, Blue Kamikazes, Frozen Margaritas 8p.m.-2a.m. The Flying Walrus Acoustic Music Specials: Domestic, Import Premiums, Calls $3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizza Kitchen closes at 3a.m. 6p.m.-3a.m.

house. wine. & bistro Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4-7p.m. Local Live Acoustic Entertainment 8-11p.m. 11a.m.-12a.m. The Office Bar & Grill Specials: Bud and Bud Light Longnecks, Vegas Bombs, LIITs, Buchanan’s, Capt. Morgan 11a.m.-11p.m. Peacock’s Shot Bar Ask Your Bartender for Daily Shot Deals Specials: Domestics, Premiums, Imports and Wells before 11p.m. 9p.m.-2a.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Live Music Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-10p.m.

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Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3-7p.m. Wednesday Shuffleboard Tournaments Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-12a.m.

T H U R S D AY S Alberico Fine Wine Live Music: Ram Danesse at 8p.m. NFL Live Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7p.m.-12a.m. Cine El Rey Wrestling Revolution Live Wrestling Show $3 7:30p.m.-11p.m. DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJ Specials: Tito’s, Wells, Frozen Margaritas, Select Beers and Shots 8p.m.-2a.m. Empire Lounge NFL Thursdays Specials: Domestics, Buckets, Jameson Event: Dec. 20th Toy Drive! Bring a Toy to Enter 8p.m.-2a.m. The Flying Walrus Original Music Night, 4+ Bands Specials: Domestic, Import Premiums, Calls $3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizza Kitchen closes at 3a.m. 6p.m.-3a.m. house. wine. & bistro Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine,Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4p.m.-7p.m. Local Live Acoustic Entertainment 8p.m.11p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

The Office Bar & Grill Specials: Ultra Longnecks, Margaritas, Malibu, Melon Balls,Purple Geckos 11a.m.-11p.m. Peacock’s Shot Bar Ask Your Bartender for Daily Shot Deals Specials: Domestics, Premiums, Imports and Wells before 11p.m. 9p.m.-2a.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Live Music Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-10p.m. Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.6p.m. Event: 13th: The Bad Sweater Party 11a.m.-2a.m. Santa Fe Cantina People’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music Daily Full Bar, Wine Selection 5p.m.-2a.m. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3p.m.-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-12a.m.

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Peacock’s Shot Bar Ask Your Bartender for Daily Shot Deals Specials: Domestics, Premiums, Imports and Wells before 11p.m. 9p.m.-2a.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Live Music Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-12a.m. Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers, 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.6p.m. Event: 6th: Join us after Art Walk! 11a.m.-2a.m. Santa Fe Cantina People’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music Daily Full Bar, Wine Selection 5p.m.-2a.m. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3p.m.-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-12a.m.

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guide G drink S AT U R D AY S Alberico Fine Wine NFL Live Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7a.m.-12a.m. DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJ Specials: Wells, Select Shots and Beers Bottle Service Available 8p.m.-2a.m. Empire Lounge Exclusive Saturdays Drink Specials Bottle Service Available 10p.m.-2a.m. The Flying Walrus Live Music Specials: Domestic, Import premiums, calls $3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizza Kitchen closes at 3a.m. 6p.m.-3a.m.

Peacock’s Shot Bar Ask Your Bartender for Daily Shot Deals Specials: Domestics, Premiums, Imports and Wells before 11p.m. 9p.m.-2a.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Live Music Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-12a.m. Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.6p.m. 1p.m.-2a.m. Santa Fe Cantina People’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music Daily Full Bar, Wine Selection 5p.m.-2a.m.

house. wine. & bistro Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4p.m.-7p.m. Local Live Acoustic Entertainment 8p.m.11p.m. 12p.m.-2a.m.

Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3p.m.-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-1a.m.

The Office Bar and Grill Specials: Import Longnecks, Bombay Sapphire, StarF***s 11a.m.-11p.m.

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BEER: IT’S WHAT’S FOR DINNER... BY JULIAN YBARRA, ‘BREWONION’ Forget about scouring your local HEB for a decent priced bottle of wine with an artistic label. Beer is quickly gaining on wine when it comes to food pairing in many high end restaurants and brewing establishments like brewpubs and beercentric taverns and bars. Ok, we are not talking about pairing Miller High Life with your oven roasted rack of lamb, were talking about beers “aged” in barrels, brewery collaborations, wild sour ales and your rare,

hard to find releases. Caged and corked, these beauties have the looks and elegant feel of a prized bottle of wine, and can compete not only with the price but also the alcohol content as well. Many chefs have replaced wine in their recipes choosing more robust beers and ales that can produce flavor profiles that wine just cannot accomplish. Pricing is another thing to consider when it comes to substituting beer for wine because a GREAT bottle of wine can run you up to $30+ dollars, while on the other hand a GREAT

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bottle of table beer can be easily acquired for less than $20 dollars and both are usually packaged in a 750ml bottle (the same size as a wine bottle). Alcohol content varies by style as seen in bourbon barrel beers that can be a little higher in ABV (alcohol by volume) and boozier due to the extra liquor that was left behind in the barrels. Other styles like wild ales and sour beers are great beers to present at your dinner table and complex enough for the most extreme menu. Each season brings new one-off beers and brewery collaborations that can satisfy everyone at the table whether it’s a romantic dinner, holiday feast, or at your local favorite restaurant. So next time your planning your special feast, make plans to pick up a bottle of table beer. CHEERS! *you can find “Table beers” at Feldmans Market Centers Valley wide and dining establishments such as Roosevelt’s at 7 and The Blue Onion Weslaco location. *you can find pairing suggestions at “craftbeer. com”

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D E E P T I M E BY PATTIE PARKER Deep Time, an Austin based duo made up of Jennifer Moore and Adam Jones, will be headlining a January 18th Tigersblood.org show at Fallback Records in McAllen. With recent international acclaim from leading music reviews like Pitchfork, the band is gaining popularity and momentum from their summer self-titled album release and recent European tour. I interviewed Moore, who sings lead vocals as well as plays guitar and a 60’s style organ, to ask her some questions about the band and their upcoming show. Although they’ve never been to McAllen or the Rio Grande Valley, they did play in Monterrey, MX last March at the Festival Normal with several other Austin bands, and better yet, Jones loves Tejano music and has a bumper sticker on his truck that reads “Tejano and Proud”. As I talked to Moore about

the upcoming show and their current status with the band, she explained that her and Jones are happy to be back home in Austin, TX, rested from their travels and “excited to get back into playing music more now.” She’s not speaking just of shows like the 18th, but of new music that she and Jones have begun to work on. When I asked about a New Year’s resolution, she said “I’d like to see another album out by the end of the year.” What does their music sound like? The band’s Facebook page claims a “weirdo pop” genre that has been created though the 6 years Moore and Jones have been playing together. Moore described it as “challenging pop music with heavy vocals, angular guitars, and herky jerky style melodies.” The two write their music collaboratively. Moore laughed as she explained that a lot of the creation of their music happens over

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G live T U E S D AY 0 1 Tuesday Night Music Club @Cine El Rey The Brotherhood Revival w/Frijoles Romanticos Local Musicians Welcome 21+ $Free 10p.m.-2a.m. Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Jazz Band 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m.

F R I D AY 0 4 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m. Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tr3n @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-3a.m.

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Acoustic Show @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m.

Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m.

Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m.

Live Music @The Flying Walrus 21+ Free 8p.m.-3a.m.

Tank @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9p.m.-1.a.m.

M O N D AY 07 Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Flamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental 21+ $Free 8p.m.

Wednesday Night Comedy @Cine El Rey Live Comedy Show 21+ $Cover 9p.m.

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T H U R S D AY 0 3 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Last Page @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m. Original Music Night @The Flying Walrus 4+ Bands 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m. Wrestling Revolution @Cine El Rey Live Wrestling Show All Ages $3 7:30p.m.

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The Brotherhood Revival @Cine El Rey w/Frijoles Romanticos Local Musicians Welcome 21+ $Free 10p.m.-2a.m. Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Jazz Band 21+ $Free 8p.m.

W E D N E S D AY 0 9 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m

email; “We like to email things across the street” she said, funny because they are neighbors in Austin. What to look out for at the show: the hit songs “Clouds”, “Coleman” and “Gold Rush”. Among Moore’s favorite songs to play live is “Home Body” because of the challenge it presents the band on stage. “It has a lot of parts,” she said, “we have to fool around with loop pedals and multiple instruments, which makes it fun.” Recently, Moore and Jones have included a third member to their shows, Daniel Francis Doyle. Doyle, an Austin based musician as well, will be joining the duo on the 18th, playing guitar and bass. Moore expressed a lot of excitement about his involvement in the show, and after looking up his album “We Bet Our Money on You” online, I can see why. Prior to checking out the show, you can view some funny videos on the band’s website www.deeptimezone.com. For those of you wondering the big question of: “Kanye or Jay-Z?” Jones is actually Jay-Z fan. Interesting enough, the band periodically covers “Love Lock Down” at their shows. Not sure that it’ll be on the set list on the 18th, but you’ll have to show up to find out. Local bands The Young Maths and Jungle Bodies will also be playing the show; doors open at 8p.m.

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T H U R S D AY 1 0 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Last Page @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30p.m. Original Music Night @The Flying Walrus 4+ Bands 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m. Wrestling Revolution @Cine El Rey Live Wrestling Show All Ages $3 7:30p.m.

F R I D AY 1 1 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30p.m. Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tr3n @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-3a.m.

S AT U R D AY 1 2 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30p.m. Live Music @The Flying Walrus 21+ Free 8p.m.-3a.m.

M O N D AY 1 4 Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Flamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental 21+ $Free 8p.m.

T U E S D AY 1 5 The Brotherhood Revival @Cine El Rey w/Frijoles Romanticos Local Musicians Welcome 21+ $Free 10p.m.-2a.m. Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Jazz Band 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m.

W E D N E S D AY 1 6 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Acoustic Show @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m. Tank @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9p.m.-1a.m. Wednesday Night Comedy @Cine El Rey Live Comedy Show 21+ $Cover 9p.m.

T H U R S D AY 1 7 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30p.m. Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Original Music Night @The Flying Walrus 4+ Bands 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m. Wrestling Revolution @Cine El Rey Live Wrestling Show All Ages $3 7:30p.m. JANUARY_2013

G live F R I D AY 1 8 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m. Deep Time @Fall Back Records w/ The Young Maths, Jungle Bodies All Ages 8p.m. Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tr3n @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-3a.m.

S AT U R D AY 1 9 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m. Live Music @The Flying Walrus 21+ Free 8p.m.-3a.m.

M O N D AY 2 1 Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Flamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m.

T U E S D AY 2 2 The Brotherhood Revival @Cine El Rey w/Frijoles Romanticos Local Musicians Welcome 21+ $Free 10p.m.-2a.m. Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Jazz Band 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m.

W E D N E S D AY 2 3 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m.

Tank @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9p.m.-1a.m. Wednesday Night Comedy @Cine El Rey Live Comedy Show 21+ $Cover 9p.m.

T H U R S D AY 2 4 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m. Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Original Music Night @The Flying Walrus 4+ Bands 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m. Wrestling Revolution @Cine El Rey Live Wrestling Show All Ages $3 7:30p.m.

F R I D AY 2 5 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m. Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tr3n @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.

S AT U R D AY 2 6 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30p.m. Live Music @The Flying Walrus 21+ Free 8p.m.-3a.m. Tr3n

Acoustic Show @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m.

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Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Flamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m..

Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m.

T U E S D AY 2 9 The Brotherhood Revival @Cine El Rey w/Frijoles Romanticos Local Musicians Welcome 21+ $Free 10p.m.-2a.m. Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Flamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m.

W E D N E S D AY 3 0 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m.

Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tr3n @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-3a.m.

FEBR UA RY 02 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30p.m. Live Music @The Flying Walrus 21+ Free 8p.m.-3a.m.

Acoustic Show @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m. Tank @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9p.m.-1a.m. Wednesday Night Comedy @Cine El Rey Live Comedy Show 21+ $Cover 9p.m.

T H U R S D AY 3 1 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m. Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Original Music Night @The Flying Walrus 4+ Bands 21+ $Free 8p.m.-3a.m. Wrestling Revolution @Cine El Rey Live Wrestling Show All Ages $3 7:30p.m. JANUARY_2013

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WHY? BY NATHAN GOWER SCHWARZ I am very grateful that The Go Guide includes an LGBT section in the magazine. The genesis of the idea came because there was really nothing to do on Monday or Tuesday night. We would decide we wanted to do something, and then twiddle our thumbs for a while. We’d name one venue after the next – and then with a sigh, “Ah, but they are closed.” Well, this year we won’t have to look any further. Just keep a copy of The Go Guide in your glove box – or chic messenger bag (we’ve all got one, right?) and your problems are solved. I hope the community will feel free to contact either myself, or the editor, so all the various events and various are listed here in one quick place. For instance – did you know that Broadway Avenue has pool tables? I personally love to play pool, but get a little uncomfortable at some of the other establishments. It’s a great idea for a date, or just a relaxed atmosphere with some friends where you can go and have a drink and actually talk without blaring music. It’s also a great way to break the ice with your new paramour. Or what about karaoke? Jackie O’s is now offering this on Wednesday nights. I think some of the most fun I’ve ever had is doing karaoke – but I only do it at establishments in Dallas or Houston. Fortunately for the RGV I’ve only ever done one performance here – I like to be invited back places. There are also tremendous services, like the Valley Aids Council (VAC) which offers free HIV and STD testing. They have new rapid HIV tests which give your results within minutes, and gone are the days of cotton swabs and other intrusive methods for the other STDs. It’s completely painless and fast! The Stonewall Democrats of the Rio Grande Valley, the RGV’s premier LGBT civil rights organization, hosts monthly meetings and a “Sunday Tea” at Jackie O’s that features BBQs, drink specials, and socializing on a Sunday afternoon to end the weekend. Unfortunately it’s only once a month – but it’s something that is not to be missed. Looking for a more “mature” crowd? We have the RGV Prime Timers, a social organization dedicated to gay and bisexual men over the age of 21. PFLAG (Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays) hosts movie nights featuring LGBT films and holds regular monthly meetings. All in all things are shaping up for the LGBT community around the country and in the RGV.

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G LGBT COMMUNITY EVENTS Monday 7th PFLAG Open Meeting Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays Brownsville, TX (956) 433-3524 for location 7p.m.

S U N D AY PBD’s Live Entertainment and Performances DJ & Music Videos until Showtime Happy Hour until 10p.m. 21+ No cover 8p.m.-2a.m. Studio 69 Sunday Funday MC Asa Brooks Show by Nathan Paris, Feather Brooks, Ariana Evans Drink Specials: Wells, Beers, Shots 21+ No cover 10a.m.-3a.m.

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Happy Hour until 10p.m. 21+ No cover 8p.m.-2a.m.

W E D N E S D AY Jackie O’s Karaoke Jam! Drink Specials, DJ’s 21+ No cover 9p.m.-2a.m. PBD’s Live Entertainment and Performances DJ & Music Videos until Showtime Happy Hour until 10p.m. 21+ No cover 8p.m.-2a.m.

T H U R S D AY Jackie O’s Thirsty Thursdays MC Asa Brooks w/ Veronica Rain, Aloura Honey Mykels, & Guests 2 Parties Under 1 Roof: VDJ Master Steve and DJ Mike V on Patio The Valley’s Hottest Go Go’s 21+ No cover before 10p.m. 9p.m. – 2a.m.

PBD’s Live Entertainment and Performances DJ & Music Videos until Showtime Happy Hour until 10p.m. 21+ No cover 8p.m.-2a.m.

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Studio 69 Thirsty Thursday MC Kaneca de Cabibe Drink Specials: Wells, Beers, Shots 21+ No cover 10a.m.-3a.m.

F R I D AY Jackie O’s Fierce Fridays MC Host w/ Nicole Cast & special guest Dion Summers 2 Parties Under 1 Roof: VDJ Master Steve and DJ Mandy on Patio The Valley’s Hottest Go Go’s 21+ No cover before 10 p.m. 9p.m. – 2a.m PBD’s Live Entertainment and Performances DJ & Music Videos until Showtime Happy Hour until 10p.m. 21+ No cover 8p.m.-2a.m.

Rehab Hosted by Jessica Lee Drink Specials: Beer, Wells, & Shots all night 18+ No cover 9p.m.-3a.m. Studio 69 Hot Shot Friday MC Kathryn York Sexy GoGo Dancers Drink Specials: Wells, Beers, Shots 21+ No cover until 11p.m. 10a.m.-3a.m.

S AT U R D AY Aria “Coming Out” MC Host Asa Brooks w/ DD Munroe Drink Specials: Cape Cods 18+ No cover 10p.m.-3a.m. Jackie O’s Sizzling Saturdays MC Miss Gay Texas At Large w/ Valerie Paris 2 Parties Under 1 Roof: VDJ Master Steve and DJ Mike V on Patio The Valley’s Hottest Go Go’s 21+ No cover before 10p.m. 9p.m.-2a.m.

PBD’s Live Entertainment DJ, Music Videos, & Dance Floor Drink Specials til 10p.m. 8p.m.-2a.m. Rehab Hosted by Jessica Lee Drink Specials: Beer, Wells, & Shots all night 18+ No cover 9p.m.-2a.m. Studio 69 Promiscuous Saturdays MC Kathryn York Male Dancers Drink Specials: Wells, Beers, Shots 21+ $2 until 11p.m. 10a.m.-3a.m.

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GOOOOOOL!!! BY FRANCO TORRES

That battle cry loved by millions around the world can now be heard loud and clear coming from the State Farm Arena with the arrival of the Professional Arena Soccer League to the Valley. Our team, the Rio Grande Valley Flash, started their inaugural season this past November and need your support. New to arena soccer, or, ahem, futbol? Well, let me give you the lowdown on the fledging sport. Aside from playing in an arena rather than a stadium, arena soccer is not that much different from the brand of soccer played by MLS or the US National Soccer Team. However, it does come with a few elements and rules not normally a part of its better known counterpart, the most striking of which are the following: The game is played 6-on-6 including the goalkeeper in four fifteen-minute “periods” instead of halves, which include timeouts and unlimited

player substitutions. In addition to the yellow and red cards handed after fouls, the sport includes a blue card which sends the player who committed the infraction to a hockeystyle penalty box for two or five minutes depending on the foul. Fouls committed inside the penalty area result in a shoot-out, also characteristic to hockey, which is actually fun to watch because it showcases the players’ skills more than the [chance-driven] penalty kick usually awarded in this case. These rules, along with the smaller field of play, make for a fast-paced, high-scoring game. It is not uncommon to watch a game with 10 or more goals. In fact, forget the typical 2-1 scores common in MLS, arena soccer’s dizzying pace means lots more goooooaaaaaals than you’re used to. Oh, and did I mention it’s fast? The constant back-andforth play means there’s plenty of excitement at both ends of the field.

IT IS NOT UNCOMMON TO WATCH A GAME WITH 10 OR MORE GOALS.

Our boys are staying true to their name. They got off to a good start this season and are scoring flashy goals left and right. So come on down to State Farm Arena and enjoy a game with friends and family. The atmosphere is perfect for kids with lots of chances to win prizes just for being a fan. Home games are usually played on weekends between 5p.m. and 7:30 pm and the 16-game season runs between November and February. Go watch a game, and who knows, you might go loco for the RGV Flash.

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T U E S D AY 0 1 Independent Movie Night @ Cine El Rey Free Popcorn Free Entry 311 S. 17th St. McAllen 7p.m. Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

T H U R S D AY 0 3 The Market @ Weslaco Local Farmers’ Market 275 S. Kansas Weslaco 5p.m.-7p.m. Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

F R I D AY 0 4 McAllen Art Walk Self-Guided Tour of Art Galleries and Art Hosts N. Main St. between Ivy and Ebony McAllen 6p.m.-10p.m. RGV Flash vs. Arizona Storm @State Farm Arena Indoor Arena Soccer Specials: Margaritas and Beer 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 7:30p.m.

S AT U R D AY 0 5 Brownsville Farmers’ Market @Linear Park Local Farmers’ Market E. 7th St. and Harrison Brownsville (956) 882-5896 9a.m.-12p.m. Grow’n and Growers @ Fireman’s Park Local Farmers’ Market 201 N 1st St McAllen (956) 383-1028 8:30a.m.-11:30a.m. The Market @McAllen Local Farmers’ Market 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen (956) 821-9173 10a.m.-1p.m.

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Mission Staycation Day @Mission Chamber of Commerce Local Farmers’ Market 202 W. Tom Landry Mission 3p.m.-6p.m. Shop Ride & Brick Work Out @ Wally’s Bicycles 201 N. McColl Rd. Suite D, McAllen 7:45a.m. Wheels down at 8a.m.

M O N D AY 07 PFLAG Open Meeting Brownsville (956) 433-3524 for location & time

T U E S D AY 0 8 Independent Movie Night @ Cine El Rey Free Popcorn Free Entry 311 S. 17th St. McAllen 7p.m. Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

W E D N E S D AY 0 9 H.O.P.E. & UTPA’s “Beginning Farmers Workshops” Youth Education on Farming Yahweh Farms, 19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen RSVP (956) 412-4916 RGV Vipers vs. Fort Wayne Mad Ants @State Farm Arena NBA Development League 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 12p.m.

W E D N E S D AY 0 9 The Market @ Weslaco Local Farmers’ Market 275 S. Kansas Weslaco 5p.m.-7p.m. Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

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Brownsville Farmers’ Market @Linear Park Local Farmers’ Market E. 7th St. and Harrison Brownsville (956) 882-5896 9a.m.-12p.m.

The Market @ Weslaco Local Farmers’ Market 275 S. Kansas Weslaco 5p.m.-7p.m.

Fooducation Movie Series @McAllen Public Library 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen (956) 278-0626 $5 Donation 1p.m.-3:30p.m. Grow’n and Growers @ Fireman’s Park Local Farmers’ Market 201 N 1st St McAllen (956) 383-1028 8:30a.m.-11:30a.m. The Market @McAllen Local Farmers’ Market 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen (956) 821-9173 10a.m.-1p.m. Shop Ride & Brick Work Out @ Wally’s Bicycles 201 N. McColl Rd. Suite D, McAllen 7:45a.m. Wheels down at 8a.m.

T U E S D AY 1 5 Independent Movie Night @ Cine El Rey Free Popcorn Free Entry 311 S. 17th St. McAllen 7p.m.

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Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

S AT U R D AY 1 9 Brownsville Farmers’ Market @Linear Park Local Farmers’ Market E. 7th St. and Harrison Brownsville (956) 882-5896 9a.m.-12p.m. Grow’n and Growers @ Fireman’s Park Local Farmers’ Market 201 N 1st St McAllen (956) 383-1028 8:30a.m.-11:30a.m. The Market @McAllen Local Farmers’ Market 4001 N. 23rd St.McAllen (956) 821-9173 10a.m.-1p.m.

Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

H.O.P.E. & UTPA’s “Beginning Farmers Workshops” Youth Education on Farming Yahweh Farms, 19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen RSVP (956) 412-4916

RGV Vipers vs. Reno Bighorns @State Farm Arena NBA Development League 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 7p.m.

RGV Vipers vs. Reno Bighorns @State Farm Arena NBA Development League 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 7p.m. Shop Ride & Brick Work Out @ Wally’s Bicycles 201 N. McColl Rd. Suite D, McAllen 7:45a.m. Wheels down at 8a.m.

S U N D AY 2 0 RGV Flash vs. Dallas Sidekicks @State Farm Arena PASL Indoor Soccer 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 5p.m.

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T U E S D AY 2 2 Independent Movie Night @ Cine El Rey Free Popcorn Free Entry 311 S. 17th St. McAllen 7p.m. Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

W E D N E S D AY 2 3 RGV Vipers vs. Texas Legends @State Farm Arena NBA Development League 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 7p.m..

T H U R S D AY 2 4 I&E Network Meeting Investors & Entrepreneurs McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash Ave. McAllen (956) 682-2871 5p.m.-7p.m. The Market @ Weslaco Local Farmers’ Market 275 S. Kansas Weslaco 5p.m.-7p.m. Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

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Grow’n and Growers @ Fireman’s Park Local Farmers’ Market 201 N 1st St McAllen (956) 383-1028 8:30a.m.-11:30a.m. The Market @McAllen Local Farmers’ Market 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen (956) 821-9173 10a.m.-1p.m. RGV Vipers vs. Sioux Falls Skyforce @State Farm Arena NBA Development League 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 7p.m. Shop Ride & Brick Work Out @ Wally’s Bicycles 201 N. McColl Rd. Suite D, McAllen 7:45a.m. Wheels down at 8a.m.

S AT U R D AY 2 7 RGV Flash vs. Texas Strikers @State Farm Arena PASL Indoor Soccer 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 5p.m.

M O N D AY 2 8 Gluten Free Valley Support Meeting Major Health Food Store 1001 S. 10th St. McAllen (956) 278-0626 3:30p.m.

T U E S D AY 2 9 Independent Movie Night @ Cine El Rey Free Popcorn Free Entry 311 S. 17th St. McAllen 7p.m. Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market @Linear Park Local Farmers’ Market E. 7th St. and Harrison Brownsville (956) 882-5896 9a.m.-12p.m.

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The Market @Weslaco Local Farmers’ Market 275 S. Kansas Weslaco 5p.m.-7p.m.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market @Linear Park Local Farmers’ Market E. 7th St. and Harrison Brownsville (956) 882-5896 9a.m.-12p.m.

Valley Running Club @ Valley Running Co. All Levels of Runners Welcome 1701 W. Dove McAllen (956) 682-6917 7p.m.

FEBRUARY 01 RGV Flash vs. Real Phoenix @State Farm Arena PASL Indoor Soccer 2600 N. 10th St. Hidalgo 7:30p.m.

Grow’n and Growers @ Fireman’s Park Local Farmers’ Market 201 N 1st St McAllen (956) 383-1028 8:30a.m.-11:30a.m. The Market @McAllen Local Farmers’ Market 4001 N. 23rd St.McAllen (956) 821-9173 10a.m.-1p.m. Shop Ride & Brick Work Out @ Wally’s Bicycles 201 N. McColl Rd. Suite D, McAllen 7:45a.m. Wheels down at 8a.m.

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THE DIRECTORY Alberico Fine Wine 401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 668-WINE (8466)

Jessica’s 4300 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 664-1613

Aria 101 S. 17th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 457-9827

The Jewelry Connection 1214 E. Tyler Harlingen, TX 78550 (956) 364-3030

Barbara Boutique 1515 Beaumont St. McAllen, Tx 78501 (956/ 683-1009

Jones and Jones 4500 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-1171

Callejón de los Milagros 3300 W. Expressway 83 McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 683-0330

Karma Consignment 2405 W. University Dr. Ediburg, Tx 78539 (956) 316-3535

CC’s Sweets & Tweets 5401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 627-2420

La Jaiba Mexican Seafood 400 W. Nolana Ave. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 618-5172

Cine El Rey 311 S. 17th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 278-0626

Major Health Foods 1001 S. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-7759

Cordoba Café The Social Cup 1303 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 781-9338

Mama’s Pizzeria 401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-7492

The Cupcake Factory 1414 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 618-9979 Corner Bakery 4021 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 278-8270

McAllen Convention Center700 Convention Center Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 681-3800

Deloreans 2200 W. Nolana McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 825-1095

Mission Staycation Farmers Market 202 W. Tom Landry St. Mission, TX 78572 (956) 585-2727

The Drunken Clam 1412 W. University Dr. Edinburg, TX 78539 (956) 386-9299

Miyagi 135 W. Nolana Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 928-0288

Empire Lounge 1106 Austin Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 212-1675

Monster Car Wash 2702 W. University Dr. Ediburg, TX 78539 (956) 383-9274

Euro Gelato 2901 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-3876 Fallback Records 1516 Beech Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 627-2742 www.fallbackrecords.com The Flying Walrus 204 S. 17th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 627-0211

Jaime Guerra Photography For booking call (956) 451-0769

New York Deli II 829 Dove Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 631-8787 The Office Bar and Grill 116 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 668-7778 PBDs 2908 N. Ware Rd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 682-8019

House Wine 1117 W. U.S. 83 McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 618-9979

Jay’s BBQ 100 E. Nolana McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 686-2627

Market @ McAllen McAllen Public Library 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 821-9173

Peacock’s Shot Bar 209 S. 17th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 631-4031 Peppo’s Urban Café 3503 N. Ware Rd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 800-1158

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Club Rehab 2010 Nolana Ave. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 492-2218 Republic of the Rio Grande 1411 S. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 994-8385 Roosevelt’s at 7 821 N. Main St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 928-1994 Santa Fe Steakhouse 1918 S. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 630-2331 Sophie’s “SS” Saloon 6601 South 10th Street McAllen, TX 78503 (956) 630-1657

State Farm Arena 2600 North 10th Street Hidalgo, TX 78557 (956) 843-6688 Studio 69 1260 W. Price Rd Brownsville, TX 78520 (956) 909-4159 The Market @ Weslaco Weslaco EDC Building 275 S. Kansas Weslaco, TX 78596 (956) 968-5257 Wally’s Bicycle Shop 201 N. McColl Rd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 971-9253 Yahweh Farms 19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen, TX 78552 (956) 412-4916