November 2012 Issue by The Go Guide

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BLACK FRIDAY GUIDE

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spots and events

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dear READERS: This is our 3rd issue of The Go Guide, and we’re glad you have us in your hands. This month we’re bringing you updated information about the local restaurants, shops, bars, live music venues, and community events around the Rio Grande Valley. Why are we focusing on local? Because it makes our cities great. Big business helps our economy and gives us more shopping and restaurant options, but it doesn’t reflect the culture and heritage of the place where many of us grew up. Focusing on the local businesses allows us to zero in on those establishments that are unique to the RGV, adding to the list of reasons why we love the area in which we live. That’s our vision, and we hope you see just how passionate and excited we are to bring you this publication. Different than the rest in size, content, and design, we think it’s worth the read. Pick us up, put us in your purse or truck, and take us wherever you go. Use us to help you find your night out or your Saturday morning. Especially as the holidays roll around, our cities become abuzz with the hustle and bustle of shopping, family gatherings, and Fall sports. Even though McAllen sits at 121 feet above sea level and is usually warm for the winter, we still embrace the changing seasons by putting on our peacoats and letterman jackets when it drops below 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It might not feel like winter, but we embrace the winter clothes, coffee trends, and holiday festivities. So what are we bringing you this month? A bit of comfort food, downtown buzz, a peek into the LGBT community and holiday service ideas. In addition to our traditional Go Eat, Drink, Live, LGBT, and Community sections, we’ve added a Go Shop section exclusive to the holidays. Same creed: locally owned and operated. We’ve also provided you with two additional features: The Monthly Dish and Our Brew Guru. In the future, we’ll continue to write on what’s pertinent for the season, so look forward to December, the month of Christmas and the New Year. As long as the Mayan’s are incorrect, be looking for our issues in the first week of every month. Want to get involved? Like us on Facebook and share your events and feedback with us. We’re here for you, so let your voice be heard! www. facebook.com/thegoguide Cheers, Pattie Parker Publisher

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comfort cravings We searched the Valley for some satisfaction to your winter induced comfort food needs and this is what we found: Four dishes and two baked delicacies from locally owned businesses, some in The Go Guide, some not, and from a variety of food genres. Either way, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve listed all of the restaurants below in the Directory, just in case you want to look them up and try them out. Enjoy, Valley, and eat comfortably.

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Southern Comfort: Chicken Fried Chicken @ New York Deli II Served with mashed potatoes and gravy, broccoli, and toast Fridays and Saturdays only South of the Border: Traditional Menudo @ Los Cazadores Authentic, simple, and served hot Saturdays and Sundays only Bavarian Standard: Traditional German Goulash @ Schneider’s German Gasthaus and Beergarden When served outside at the Beergarden, you might just think you’re in Germany! Wednesday through Saturday

Fair Food: Hickory Smoked Turkey Leg @ Jay’s BBQ Thanksgiving’s not the only day that Turkey tastes good. Every Day Fresh From the Oven: French Croissants @ Olivier’s Bakery Authentic French Baker from Paris, France Monday through Saturday Cupcake Heaven: Award Winning Cupcakes @ RGV Cupcake Factory Winners of Cupcake Wars, Fresh Flavors Daily Monday through Friday

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Geat AMERICAN Cordon’s Taste of Chicago You’ll love our Vienna Hot Dog, Italian Beef & Deep Dish Pizza Jumbo Wings, Pork Ribs, Pastas, Burgers and much more Daily Lunch Specials 50+ Beer, Wine & Margarita Selections MON-THURS: 11a.m.9p.m. FRI-SAT: 11a.m.-11p.m. SUN: Coming Soon!

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house. wine. & bistro. New American Bistro Daily Lunch & Dinner Features 150+ Wine Selections by Glass, Bottle or Case MON-THURS 11a.m.12a.m. FRI 11a.m.-2a.m. SAT 12a.m.-2a.m.

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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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THAI Thai Red Chili’s Authentic Thai Cuisine, Noodle & Pasta Globally known for Our Delicious Masman Curry Dish, Thai Tea and Green Tea Milk Daily Lunch Specials MON-FRI 11:30a.m.2:30p.m. MON-THURS 5p.m.9:30p.m. FRI 5p.m.-10p.m. SAT 12p.m.-10p.m.

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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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BAKERIES

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BBQ Jay’s BBQ Hickory Smoked BBQ “Sloppy Jay” Signature Turkey Legs Daily $6.99 Specials, Beer Specials, BBQ plates, Meat by the Pound Open Late for Games and Fights Special Event: Thanksgiving Smoked Turkeys by appt. MON-THURS 11a.m.10p.m. FRI-SAT 11a.m.-11p.m. SUN 11a.m.-8p.m.

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The Blue Onion Daily Specials, Fresh Wraps, Pizzas and More Healthy & Fresh Options, Craft Beers & Wine Available Monthly Beer Tastings McAllen & Weslaco SUN-THURS 11a.m.-9p.m. FRI-SAT 11a.m.-10p.m.

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New York Deli Big Apple Flavors, Fa.m.ily Atmosphere Daily Lunch Specials, Sandwiches, Fresh Soups & Salads Serving Boar’s Head Meats & Cheeses MON-FRI 11a.m.-8p.m. SAT 11a.m.-3p.m.

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Roosevelts at 7 An Eatery and Alehouse Weekly Lunch Special 12-2p.m. 48 Tap Craft Beers, Bottles and Wine Event: Sunday Brunch 25th 11a.m.-4p.m. MON-FRI 11a.m.-2a.m. SAT-SUN 1p.m.-2a.m.

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kids menu

These businesses have menus specifically for young ones.

CATERING Available for hire! Business & meetings, fundraisers, EVENTS celebrations. buys local

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

TTHHEE M MO O NNTT HH LLYY DD II SSHH CHEF JAMES CANTER OWNER OF GUERRILLA GOURMET CATERING AND EVENTS

e know they’re good for us, but we don’t always know how to make them taste good (unless it’s under a heaping spoonful of butter): almighty vegetables. Why do we need them? Because they’re packed full of vitamins and minerals improving our digestion, our skin, our immunities to illness, and simply our overall wellness. We met with Chef James this month, former executive chef of Alhambra and current chef owner of Guerrilla Gourmet Catering and Events, and talked to him about different and preferred ways of preparing vegetables. “By far the most value you will receive from vegetables comes from preparing them raw,” he said, explaining “you want to capitalize on the nutritive properties and raw enzymes of the vegetables” which may be lost from over-cooking. As we spoke with James, he began to prepare what he called “Vegetable Ceviche”, “It’s ceviche, but with vegetables!” he jokingly explained as he began to wash and dice beets, radishes, zucchini and tomatoes, pour olive oil, and top with the juice from Valley Lemons. The dish, featured in our picture, can be used as a salad, appetizer, or simply a light lunch. We’ve listed the recipe here for you, but be aware that any vegetables can be combined to create this simple dish. The best veggies for it? What Chef James called the “meaty” veggies: zucchini, squash, peppers, beets, and carrots.

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VEGETABLE CEVICHE Ingredients: 2 cups Vegetables – diced ½ Valley Lemon 1 Key Lime ½ tbsp Sherry Vinegar 1-2 tbsp Olive Oil 3 finger pinch of Salt and Pepper – each

Instructions: Buy vegetables at a local Farmers’ Market. Wash and dice vegetables. Add to small bowl. Add olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Squeeze the lemon and lime. Mix and let marinade and cool in refrigerator before serving. Serves 2. Why are we doing this article? Simple. Locally sourced vegetables are coming into season in full variety this month. The 3rd of November will bring us the first CSA deliveries from Yahweh, a relocated Saturday farmers’ market to the McAllen Public Library, and (with your help) a quickly growing customer base for locally sourced food. Contact James Canter for booking for your next special event: Guerrilla Gourmet Catering and Events (813) 504-2344

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Geat Sweet Temptations “Your Neighborhood Breakfast and Lunch Spot” Original Recipes Made From Scratch Daily Lunch Specials, Daily Featured Soups MON-SAT 7a.m.-4p.m.

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C O F F E E / C O L D T R E AT S Cordoba Café The Social Cup Coffee, Art & a Whole Lot More Select Coffee Beans, Unique Flavor and Organic Products from Mexico Sandwiches and Salads Event: Monthly Poet’s Night MON-SAT 11a.m.-9p.m..

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Sweet Scoops 32 Flavors of Original Blue Bell Ice Cream! Chicken Salad Sandwiches, Pasta, Fruit Cups, Banana Splits, Milkshakes and Hot Dogs Mondays & Fridays $.99 cent Scoops, Wednesdays Free Toppings MON-SAT 12p.m.-9p.m.

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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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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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MEXICAN 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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Palenque Grill Traditional Mexican Cuisine Live Music Daily “Palenque Trio” SUN-THURS 11a.m.-11p.m. FRI-SAT 11a.m.-12a.m. 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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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. FRISAT 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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let’s shop! Eating, drinking, and going to local live music shows is great, but for those of us who like to dress up our look, we need to have something special in our closets for our night on the town. Whether it’s formal wear, jewelry, casual clothing, or footwear, our locally owned shops can help us dress up for our nights out. What a local specialty boutique can do for you versus a brand name department store is provide you with personal service, unique brands, and carefully selected items. As we spoke with local shop owner Erica Elizondo of Maripoza Boutique in McAllen, we learned a little more about what shops like hers have to offer. Tucked away off 10th street, in the shopping center just south of Dove, Maripoza sits alongside Shop 112, Sweet Temptations, Fiorella, and MoonBeans Coffee. Each business here has its own niche in the market, and Maripoza is no different. Offering exclusive items from around the world, the shop displays clothing, jewelry and gifts. Seen someone recently wearing a necklace with a sideways cross? Erica explained to us that her business, Maripoza Boutique, brought this trend (made famous by Kelly Rippa and Taylor Jacobson) to the Rio Grande Valley. In addition to jewelry, clothing lines like VaVa Voom, James & Joy and many more can be found here. Ever walk into a room and find that someone else is wearing your top? Well shopping at your local boutiques can help minimize your chances of this happening. Try it out this holiday season as your dressing up for a special occasion, or you’re just feeling like a new look. Go ahead, you deserve it.

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SPECIAL EVENTS November 30th – December 2nd Dias Festivos Marketplace 26th Annual Holiday Extravaganza Gourmet Foods, Apparel, Fashion Accessories, Home Furnishings, Original Art Variety of Unique Gifts for the Holidays McAllen Convention Center FRI 12p.m.-6p.m. SAT 9a.m.-6p.m. SUN 11a.m.-5p.m.

APPAREL, JEWELRY, & GIFTS Fashionista Modern Boutique A Passion for Fashion! Boutique Women’s Clothing MON-SAT 10a.m.-8p.m.

The Jewelry Connection Fine Jewelry and Gifts, Custom Design, Redesign and Manufacturing Buy, Sell, Trade Also featuring: Pandora and Guy Harvey Harlingen MON,TUES,THURS,FRI 9a.m.-6p.m. WED, SAT 9a.m.-1p.m.

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Karla’s Jewelry & Gifts Specialty Jewelry, Furniture, and Gifts Specialties: Sterling Silver, Chan Lu, Pandora, Majorica, Dian Malouf MON-FRI 10a.m.-7p.m. SAT 10a.m.-8p.m. SUN 12p.m.-5p.m.

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Maripoza Boutique Maripoza… the Trends Start Here! Find Unique and Exclusive Items from Around the World Specialties: Sideways Crosses, Emi-Jay, Sugar Bean, VaVa & more… “Like Us” and check in on Facebook and receive a FREE Aroma Bead Bag! MON-SAT 10a.m.-7p.m.

Shop 112 Women’s Apparel, Shoes & Accessories Fun Affordable Fashion… get your entire look for under $100 “Check in” on Facebook or “Instagram us” and get 10% OFF your purchase! MON-SAT 10a.m.-7p.m. SUN 1p.m.-7p.m.

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Sylvia’s Specialty Boutique for Women Sportswear, resort wear, evening salon, Brighton boutique, and shoe salon Specialties: Pandora, Brighton, Trina Turk, BCBG, Cole Haan and more! MON-SAT 10a.m.-8p.m. Renee’s of Sharyland Gifts, Home Decor, Boutique, Restaurant, Spa and Salon Brighton, Pandora, Vera Bradley, Yellow Box, Tom’s Shoes and more! MON-SAT 8a.m.-6p.m.

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ART, MUSIC, AND MORE Fallback Records Independent Vinyl Record Shop and Record Label Indie, Rock, Classic, Local Music and More! MON-SAT 11a.m.-7p.m.

Karla’s Jewelry & Gifts Specialty Jewelry, Furniture, and Gifts Specialties: Sterling Silver, Chan Lu, Pandora, Majorica, Dian Malouf MON-FRI 10a.m.-7p.m. SAT 10a.m.-8p.m. SUN 12p.m.-5p.m.

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McAllen Musicademy Music Instruments: Orchestra Stings, Brass, Guitars and Percussion Lessons in Voice, Piano, Guitar, Turntables and More! Give the Gift of Music this Holiday! MON-FRI 2p.m.-8p.m. SAT 10a.m.-7p.m.

Powers Tattoo Studio Tattoos and Piercings, Body Jewelry In house designed Local Artwork Family oriented, Pioneers in RGV MON-SAT 12p.m.-10p.m.

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FOOD AND MARKETS Health Foods, Vitamins, and Supplements Massage Therapy and Fitness Supplies, Personal Care and Hygiene MON-SAT 9a.m.-8p.m. SUN 12p.m.-6p.m.

McAllen Farmers’ Market Fresh Produce, Artisan Food, Local Farms, Arts & Crafts, Hormone Free Meats Jewelry and Gifts Vendors, Local Honey, Breads, Nuts and Seeds SAT 10a.m.-1p.m.

Mission Staycation Farmer’s Market Local Vendors, Farmers’ Market, Organic Products, Homemade Treats, Arts & Crafts First SAT 3p.m.-6p.m.

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Mama’s Pizzeria—I8 Market @ McAllen—E7 Maripoza Boutique—D9 McAllen Convention Center—J5 McAllen Musicademy—G8 New York Deli —D9 The Office Bar and Grill—H8 Olivier’s French Bakery—H8 Palenque Grill—K8 PBDs—F5 Powers Tattoo Studio—H8 Renee’s of Sharyland—G3 Republic of the Rio Grande—K8 Roosevelt’s at 7—I7 Santa Fe Steakhouse—K7 Shop 112—D9 Sweet Scoops—G8 Sweet Temptations—D9 Thai Red Chili’s—E5 Wally’s Bicycle Shop—J10

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street has become a hot spot in McAllen for people to flock on the weekends looking to drink, dance, eat or simply socialize. South of Business 83, however, there is much more than 17th street to draw your nighttime attraction. Move over several blocks to the corner of 12th and Business 83 and you’ll find what we call the “Off 17th” district.

“WHETHER YOU STAY AT ONE PLACE, OR TRY OUT THE OTHERS, THIS “OFF 17TH” DISTRICT OFFERS A LESS BUSTLED FEEL THAN THE POPULAR STRIP.” House Wine, Red, Barcelona, Ice House and Empire all sit on the same block, making it an attractive area for your night. Wanting to go out, but hate driving from place to place? This block has it all: the delicious food and wine at Larry and Jessica Delgado’s establishment, the vaulted ceilings and high class persona of Empire, or the attractive patio of Red might already be some of your favorite places to frequent when you’re all dressed up. Whether you stay at one place, or try out the others, this “Off 17th” district offers a less bustled feel than the popular strip. Not looking for a fancy night out? Just want to relax and try something off the beaten path? Than Sofie’s SS Saloon might be up your alley. Tucked away off of South 10th street, past Highway 83 but prior to reaching Military Highway, you will find

one of the oldest bars in McAllen serving up a large outside patio, shuffleboard, and beer and wine behind the bar. Some say it’s a dive bar, while others may call it ‘just their style’; we say that you should see for yourself. So whether it’s a date night, friends wanting to compete at shuffleboard, or a night on the prowl, South of Old 83 has something for everyone. Always, we will suggest that you have a designated driver to get you to and from these locations; but especially during the upcoming holidays, we urge you even more to plan out your nights. Drinking becomes less fun when you get handcuffed, and we want you to be able to use the Go Guide daily, not gaze at it with longing. So stay safe McAllen, and check out our listings to see what the Southern part of our city has to offer. Enjoy.

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guide G drink S U N D AY S Alberico Fine Wine NFL Live Craft Beers, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 12p.m.-6p.m.

The Office Bar & Grill Football Specials: Domestic Drafts 32oz, 22oz 11a.m.-11p.m.

The Blue Onion Weslaco 25+ Craft Beers in Bottles “Tavern Menu” 11a.m.-9p.m.

Roosevelt’s on 7th Server Industry Night Specials: Selected Beers, Mimosas 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.6p.m. 1p.m.-2a.m.

DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJ Specials: Grey Goose, Wells, Select Shots, Frozen Marg, Select Beers 8p.m.-2a.m. The Flying Walrus Live Local Music Specials: Domestic, Import Premiums, Calls $3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizza Kitchen closes at 3a.m. 6p.m.-3a.m.

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

M O N D AY S Alberico Fine Wine NFL Live Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7p.m.-12a.m.

Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-10p.m.

The Blue Onion Weslaco 25+ Craft Beers in Bottles “Tavern Menu” 11a.m.-9p.m.

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. 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. The Office Bar & Grill Football Specials: Domestic Drafts 32 oz, 22oz 11a.m.-11p.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 3-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3-12a.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.

The Office Bar & Grill Specials: Domestic Drafts 22oz, Wells, Jager Bombs 11a.m.-11p.m.

The Blue Onion Weslaco 25+ Craft Beers in Bottles “Tavern Menu” 11a.m.-9p.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 $4 Crown Royal $3 Wells, Select Shots $2 Frozen Marg, Select Beers 8p.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.

The Flying Walrus Karaoke!!! 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. 11a.m.-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. The Blue Onion Weslaco 25+ Craft Beers in Bottles “Tavern Menu” 11a.m.-9p.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 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.

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guide G drink The Office Bar & Grill Specials: Bud and Bud Light Longnecks, Vegas Bombs, LIITs, Buchanan’s, Capt. Morgan 11a.m.-11p.m.

Santa Fe Cantina People’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music Daily Full Bar, Wine Selection 5p.m.-1a.m.

Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Live Music Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-10p.m.

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

Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers 3-6p.m. 25% off Appetizers 3-6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.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. The Blue Onion Weslaco 25+ Craft Beers in Bottles “Tavern Menu” 11a.m.-9p.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 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.

The Office Bar & Grill Specials: Ultra Longnecks, Margaritas, Malibu, Melon Balls,Purple Geckos 11a.m.-11p.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Live Music Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-10p.m. Roosevelt’s on 7th Specials: Selected Beers 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m. (Open Thanksgiving night) 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.

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.

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G drink F R I D AY S Alberico Fine Wine Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7a.m.-12a.m. The Blue Onion Weslaco 25+ Craft Beers in Bottles “Tavern Menu” 11a.m.-9p.m. DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJ Specials: Wells, Select Shots and Beers Bottle Service Available 8p.m.-2a.m. Empire Lounge High Class Fridays 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. 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 8-11p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

The Office Bar & Grill Specials: Domestic Longnecks, Pints. Kamikazes, Stolichnaya 11a.m.-11p.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Live Music Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-12a.m. Roosevelt’s on 7th Specials: Selected Beers, 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.6p.m. Event: Nov. 2nd 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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Local Live Acoustic Entertainment 8p.m.-11p.m. 12p.m.-2a.m.

The Blue Onion Weslaco 25+ Craft Beers in Bottles “Tavern Menu” 11a.m.-10p.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. 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.

The Office Bar andGrill Specials: Import Longnecks, Bombay Sapphire, StarF***s 11a.m.-11p.m. Republic of the Rio Grande Full Bar, Wine Selection Live Music Sit Outside on the Patio! 11a.m.-12a.m. Roosevelt’s on 7th 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. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3p.m.7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-1a.m.

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THE BREW GURU BY JULIAN YBARRA, ‘BREWONION’

umpkin Pie anybody? Ok, well what about a well crafted beer with all your favorite qualities of your Thanksgiving treat? We’re talking roasted pumpkin notes, daring spice additions and all the nostalgia that comes along with this seasonal ale. I’ve got three different offerings to bring to your table, all different in their own way, whether in beer style or in selection of ingredients used and quantity. This is a review, not a competition. So there is no winner, just a certain beer for a certain mood (although, you can pick your favorite if you like). 1. BROOKLYN POST ROAD Pumpkin-** (out of five) Spice Presence- *** (out of five) Drinkability-***** (out of five) Pouring bright, this beer has a well rounded malt and spice balance with aromas more on the nutmeg cinnamon and ginger side. The modest hop addition, light body and level of carbonation lends a dry finish that makes this beer very sessionable.

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2. HARPOON UFO PUMPKIN Pumpkin-**** Spice Presence-*** Drinkability-*** This beer pours cloudy, which is to style for an unfiltered wheat beer. The spices used give a strong “ground/powdery” flavor that stays on the palate a little longer than the rest. The beer finishes slightly sweet and is the most savory of the bunch. 3. BLUE MOON HARVEST PUMPKIN ALE Pumpkin-** Spice Presence-* Drinkability-**** This beer pours a bright copper/burnt amber color and has a very clean aroma of faint spice and pumpkin pulp. Very malty upfront, which leaves the pumpkin and spice flavors well into the background. Very clean with a dry finish and very low hop bitterness. This beer can be found on tap at Roosevelt’s at 7.

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G live F R I D AY 0 2 Dignan, Class Actress, Nite Jewel @ Cine El Rey Dia de los Muertos Concert and Art Show All Ages $12-15 Doors 6p.m. Tr3n @The Flying Walrus 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.

M O N D AY 0 5 Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Flamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m.

T U E S D AY 0 6 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.

S AT U R D AY 1 0 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m.

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

T U E S D AY 1 3 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.

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W E D N E S D AY 07 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tank @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:00p.m.-1.a.m.

Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tank @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9p.m.-1a.m.

T H U R S D AY 1 5 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m.

T H U R S D AY 0 8 Last Page @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30a.m. 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.

F R I D AY 1 6 Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9:30p.m.-1:30p.m.

F R I D AY 0 9 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.

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

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The Big Show @ Cine El Rey Mellow, Timâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Myth, Ideophonic and more Concert and Art Show hosted by Alley Art 18+ $5-7 7p.m.-2a.m.

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.

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

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

Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tank @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9p.m.-1a.m.

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

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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.

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

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

M O N D AY 2 6 Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Flamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m.

T U E S D AY 2 7 The Brotherhood Revival @Cine El Rey w/Frijoles Romanticos Local Musicians Welcome 21+ $Free 10p.m.-2a.m.

DECEMBER 04 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.

Jake Cortez @Santa Fe Cantina Jazz Band 21+ $Free 8p.m.-12a.m.

W E D N E S D AY 2 8 Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande 21+ $Free 8p.m.-10:30p.m. Tank @Santa Fe Cantina 21+ $Free 9p.m.-1a.m.

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State and national competitions, dance routines, full make-up and hair, handmade costumes, the life of a drag queen. In LGBT bars and clubs, drag queens in full costume are as common as waitresses wearing revealing clothing and passing around shots are in mainstream venues. The common in one lifestyle however, is uncommon in the other; so for a look inside this performance world, we turned to Lady B, a well-known performer in the Rio Grande Valley’s LGBT community. Lady B is the stage name of Benjamin Benavides, who performs drag as his full-time occupation. Benjamin, who lives his daily life as a gay man, enlightened us on some misnomers and misunderstood aspects of this lifestyle of whom few may understand. Booked Wednesday through Sunday nights at PBD’s in McAllen and Studio 69 in Brownsville, Lady B keeps her books full. She is brought to life nightly through make-up, costume, dance, and (of course) high heels, and as Benjamin put it, “It’s more of an art form than anything else.” This artform, he continues, demands passion in order to be successful, “You have to love it.” “When we dance for a crowd, our goal is to make you relax, have fun, and enjoy the show,” he explained as he described the nightly events held throughout the Valley in clubs like Jackie O’s, Broadway Avenue, PBD’s, and Studio 69. In addition to these bookings, you might be surprised to know that Lady B is also frequently booked by private events for heterosexual clients as well as homosexual. This includes quinceaneras and bachelorette parties, surprising? Internationally, Benjamin also spends part of every year in Spain performing his same character and profiting from the trip. All in all, what we see is a niche of the market that goes unseen by the majority of the mainstream. Although minorities in society, drag queens live a life filled with a strong community support base, family-like ties between them, and fame amongst their peers. Throughout the Valley, there are more than 20 well known performers, and many more who simply have an alternative way of expressing their identities. If you’re interested in catching a show, simply go to any of the bars listed below. NOVEMBER_2012

G LGBT COMMUNITY EVENTS Monday 5th PFLAG Open Meeting Brownsville, TX (956) 433-3524 for location & time Saturday 10th Armoire Theatre Presents “Breakfast on Pluto” Film Screening @ Reina’s de Saba Dance Studio 355 W. Elizabeth, Brownsville 7p.m.-10p.m.

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Live Entertainment, Lady B DJ, Music Videos, & Dance Floor Drink Specials til 10p.m. 8p.m.-2a.m.

T H U R S D AY Broadway Avenue Hosted by Katelyn York Drink Specials 16 oz Wells 18+ 9p.m. – 2a.m. 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, Lady B DJ, Music Videos, & Dance Floor Drink Specials til 10p.m. 8p.m.-2a.m. Studio 69 Thirsty Thursdays Specials: Wells, Domestics, Shots 21+ No cover 9p.m.-2a.m.

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PBD’s Live Entertainment, Lady B DJ, Music Videos, & Dance Floor Drink Specials til 10p.m. 8p.m.-2a.m. Studio 69 Noche Latina 18+ No cover before 11p.m. 9p.m.-2a.m.

S AT U R D AY Broadway Avenue Hosted by Katelyn York Drink Specials 16oz Wells 18+ 9p.m. – 2a.m.

Studio 69 Promiscuous Saturday Apollo Male Dancers 21+ $2 Cover before 11p.m. 9p.m.-2a.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.

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

PFLAG Open Meeting Brownsville, TX (956) 433-3524 for location & time

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Bailan Los Muertos @ Weslaco Museum Dia de los Muertos Group Art Exhibit November 2nd through 30th 500 S. Texas Blvd. Weslaco (956) 968-9142

Fooducation Movie Series Cine El Rey 311 S. 17th St. McAllen (956) 278-0626 $5 Donation 1 p.m.

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McAllen Art Walk Self-Guided Tour of Art Galleries and Art Hosts N. Main St. between Ivy and Ebony McAllen 6p.m.-10p.m.

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

Healthy Cooking 101 @ UTPA w/ Fooducator Lebby Salinas 1201 W. University Dr. Edinburg 1p.m.

Rocking for the Cure Honoring Ben Karam @ Alyssa’s Acres 1721-1849 E Mile 2 Rd. Mission 6p.m.-8p.m.

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S AT U R D AY 0 3 Blues on the Hill @ McKelvey Park 1325 S. 77 Sunshine Strip Harlingen (956) 216-5951 7p.m.-11p.m. 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 Farmer’s Market 275 S. Kansas Weslaco 5p.m.-7p.m.

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The Market @ Alhambra Local Farmer’s Market 519 S. 17th 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.

S U N D AY 0 4 McAllen Take Steps Walk Benefitting Crohn’s & Colitis La Vista Park 100 La Vista McAllen (646) 430-4841 2p.m.-5p.m.

Bowling for Kids @ Flamingo Bowl Big Brothers, Big SistersRGV Branch Contact Gloria Silva (956) 286-3404 6:30p.m.- 8:30p.m.

Fooducation Movie Series @Edinburg Historic Auditorium 415 W. University Dr. Edinburg (956) 278-0626 $5 Donation 6p.m.

S AT U R D AY 1 0 Armoire Theatre Presents “Breakfast on Pluto” Film Screening @ Reina’s de Saba Dance Studio 355 W. Elizabeth, Brownsville 7p.m.-10p.m.

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Simply Make A Difference This Holiday That Lasts All Year Long BY LAURA REAGAN-PORRAS What do Casual Fridays and community service have in common? Inspired by their boss, Hidalgo County District Clerk, Laura Hinojosa’s example of volunteerism, community service and philanthropy, the staff at the county district clerk’s office started a tradition of community service. Every Friday, they collect a “fee” in order to wear jeans and t-shirts to work. They collect the money throughout the year and then donate a randomly selected area non-profit. The t-shirts carry the logo of the chosen nonprofit. Last year they donated over $3,000 to Palmer Drug Abuse. This year they will donate the money to the Boys & Girls Club of McAllen. Staff members compete among each other for who can raise the most money and do the most volunteer work. Every month, you will find the staff participating in local fundraisers. They walk for March of Dimes, run in the Relay for Life, conduct food drives at Thanksgiving and collect toys for CASA (Court Appointed

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G community Special Advocates) at Christmas. Office manager, Ricardo Contreras says, “By pooling our resources, we can make an even greater contribution to our community.” Since 2008, the Hidalgo County District Clerk Office has collected over $28,638.00 for charitable organizations in Hidalgo County. Laura Hinojosa shares, “What started off as a ‘casual Friday’ has turned into a wonderful way for our staff to give back to our community. We are honored to be able to contribute, in a small way, to different charitable organizations that help improve the lives of people in our community.” Likewise, the Office

of Development and Advancement at the University of Texas – Pan American (UTPA) under the direction of Veronica Gonzales sets an example for students. Staff chose the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley (FBRGV) as their primary community cause this year. They sponsored Empty Bowls, the annual fundraiser for the FBRGV. UTPA’s Alumni Christmas party will hold a food drive for their Christmas party, December 20th. “UTPA strives to inspire in its students a tradition of giving back. Helping one’s neighbor creates a stronger community,” affirms Veronica Gonzalez, Vice President of University Advancement.

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Volunteer to mentor a child anytime with Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Rio Grande Valley by calling Branch Director, Gloria Silva at (956) 286-3404. Volunteer to walk dogs at the Palm Valley Animal Shelter, call (956) 686-1141. (A brief orientation is required.) Conduct and register a holiday food drive on the website of Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, www.foodbankrgv.com or call, (956) 682-8101 to schedule your group to sort food and prepare boxes for distribution to needy families throughout the Valley. Coach ball, mentor or read to kids with your local Boys & Girls Club. Check websites for seasonal opportunities and contact phone numbers, www.edinburgkids.com; www. bgcmcallen.org, www.pharrkids.org. Toys 4 Tots Holiday Toy Drives conducted by the Marines collects toys at participating stores throughout the holidays.

Laura Reagan-Porras, MS is a community sociologist and consultant for Creative Alignment Consulting which builds capacity with community based organizations to solve social problems, www.CreativeAlignmentConsulting.com.

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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.

W E D N E S D AY 1 4 H.O.P.E. & UTPA’s “Beginning Farmers Workshops” Youth Education on Farming Yahweh Farms, 19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen RSVP (956) 412-4916

Food Drive @Colonial Holiday Festival Hosted by Covenant Christian Academy 4201 N. Ware Rd. McAllen Contact Brenda Greagery (956) 343-4706 5p.m.-9p.m.

T H U R S D AY 1 5 The Market @ Weslaco Local Farmer’s Market 275 S. Kansas Weslaco 5p.m.-7p.m.

Fooducation Movie Series @Cine El Rey 311 S. 17th St. McAllen (956) 278-0626 $5 Donation 1p.m.-3:30p.m.

S AT U R D AY 1 7 Birds of a Beauty McAllen Tour @Quinta Mazatlan RSVP Early at Quinta Mazatlan or McAllen Parks & Recreation Office 600 Sunset Drive McAllen (956) 681-3370 $7 per person 8:30a.m.-11a.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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Shop Ride & Brick Work Out @ Wally’s Bicycles 201 N. McColl Rd. Suite D, McAllen 7:45a.m. Wheels down at 8a.m.

T H U R S D AY 2 2 I&E Network Meeting Investors & Entrepreneurs McAllen Chamber of Commerce 1200 Ash Ave. McAllen (956) 682-2871 5p.m.-7p.m.

Boots and Bling Christmas Celebration @ La Placita Events Center Pharr Literacy Project Contact Rocio Mata (956) 783-7746 7p.m.-12a.m. The Market @Weslaco Local Farmer’s Market 275 S. Kansas Weslaco 5p.m.-7p.m.

DECEMBER 01 The Market @McAllen Local Farmer’s 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.

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

S AT U R D AY 2 4 Brownsville Farmers’ Market @Linear Park Local Farmers’ Market E. 7th St. and Harrison Brownsville (956) 882-5896 9a.m.-12p.m. The Market @McAllen Local Farmer’s Market 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen (956) 821-9173 10a.m.-1p.m. Musicademy’s November Recital and Holiday CD Release Party 2901 N 10th St., Ste. N McAllen (956) 266-1194 6:30p.m.-8:30p.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 2 6 Gluten Free Valley Support Meeting Major Health Food Store 1001 S. 10th St. McAllen (956) 278-0626 3:30p.m.

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Alberico Fine Wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H8 401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 668-WINE (8466) Alley Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H8 1012 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 Alleyart956@gmail.com The Blue Onion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9 925 Dove Ave. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 682-9884 Broadway Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7 200 S. Broadway McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 310-5935 Callejón de los Milagros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J5 3300 W. Expressway 83 McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 683-0330 CC’s Sweets & Tweets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9 5401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 627-2420 Cine El Rey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7 311 S. 17th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 278-0626 Cordoba Café The Social Cup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H8 1303 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 781-9338 Cordon’s Taste of Chicago 4304 W. Freddy Gonzalez Edinburg, TX 78539 (956) 383-4567 The Cupcake Factory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H9 1414 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 618-9979 Deloreans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E7 2200 W. Nolana McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 825-1095 Empire Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I8 1106 Austin Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 212-1675 Fallback Records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7 1516 Beech Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 627-2742 www.fallbackrecords.com Fashionista. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I8 920 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 683-1990 The Flying Walrus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7 204 S. 17th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 627-0211 House Wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I8 1117 W. U.S. 83 McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 618-9979 Jaime Guerra Photography (956) 451-0769 Jay’s BBQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E9 100 E. Nolana McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 686-2627 The Jewelry Connection 1214 E. Tyler Harlingen, TX 78550 (956) 364-3030 Jones and Jones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9 4500 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-1171 Karla’s Jewelry & GiftsD9 4915 North 10th Street McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 630-1771 La Jaiba Mexican Seafood Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E9 400 W. Nolana Ave. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 618-5172 Lexi Chaleff Photography (956) 451-9462 Lone Star BBQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F8 3619 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 Los Cazadores. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H7 901 N. Main McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 992-9711 Mama’s Pizzeria. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I8 401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-7492 Market @ McAllen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E7 McAllen Public Library 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 821-9173

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Maripoza Boutique. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9 5401 N 10th St., Ste. 109B McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 686-GIFT (4438) www.facebook.com/maripozaboutique McAllen Convention Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J5 700 Convention Center Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 681-3800 McAllen Musicademy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G8 2901 N. 10th St. Suite N McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 266-1194 Mission Staycation Farmers Market 202 W. Tom Landry St. Mission, TX 78572 (956) 585-2727 New York Deli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9 829 Dove Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 631-8787 The Office Bar and Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H8 116 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 668-7778 Olivier’s French Bakery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H8 1126 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 682-6548 Palenque Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K8 606 E. Expressway 83 McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 994-8181 PBDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F5 2908 N. Ware Rd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 682-8019 Powers Tattoo Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H8 1122 N. 10th St. McAllen, 78501 (956) 686-7890 Renee’s of Sharyland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G3 2600 East Griffin Parkway Mission, TX 78572 (956) 519-9595 Republic of the Rio Grande. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K8 1411 S. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 994-8385 Roosevelt’s at 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7 821 N. Main St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 928-1994 Santa Fe Steakhouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K7 1918 S. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 630-2331 Shop 112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9 5401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 631-2426 www.facebook.com/shop112 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 Sweet Scoops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G8 2228 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 682-1400 Sweet Temptations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9 5401 N. 10th St., Ste. 111 McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 630-0307 Thai Red Chili’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E5 3507 N. Ware Rd. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 683-0515 The Market @ Weslaco Weslaco EDC Building 275 S. Kansas Weslaco, TX 78596 (956) 968-5257 Wally’s Bicycle Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J10 201 N. McColl Rd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 971-9253 Yahweh Farms 19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen, TX 78552 (956) 412-4916

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