Starting in 2016, Mayors of the City of McAllen have signed on to the Mayors Monarch Pledge to help conserve the Monarch butterfly and other pollinators. This is the 5th year in a row we have achieved Leadership Circle status by accomplishing 8 or more action items that raise awareness and create habitat in our community. This year, some highlight results of the pledge were: - Giving out more than 2,900 native nectar and host plants - Hosting the 9th Annual Monarch Fest at Quinta Mazatlan - Planting more than 2,600 pollinator-friendly native plants in the city - Offering a wide variety of educational events, programs, and workshops - Contributing community science data on monarchs and pollinators You can read all about it at the following blog! cuefornature.wordpress.com/2025/11/28/mayors-monarch-pledge-2025-in-review/

🧸📚 Babysitter’s Training at Lark Community Center! 📚🧸 Ready to become the go-to sitter in your neighborhood? Our Babysitter’s Training Program teaches essential skills like child care basics, safety, first aid awareness, and how to confidently handle real-life scenarios. Perfect for teens looking to build responsibility and learn valuable life skills👶✨ Secure your spot and start your babysitting journey today: mcallenparks.net

It National Diabetes Awareness Day! Let’s come together to beat this disease.

La gente unida jamás irá sin comida 💚💚 On behalf of the No Kings Alliance, a group of McAllen locals has come together to organize a Mass Mutual Aid event in support of our community. Join us in demonstrating civic unity and solidarity on Saturday, November 15, at Ante Books — located at 1713 W. Hackberry Ave, Suite B, McAllen, TX. 3PM-6PM Donations can be dropped off Weds-Saturday 12-6PM for a 25% off all purchases. 🫶 This event is part of a nationwide effort to support families and federal workers affected by the ongoing government shutdown. Our mission is simple: to provide tangible aid while strengthening civic unity and awareness across our community. All food donations can be dropped off directly at Ante Books from 3pm-6pm on Nov 15th. While you’re there, we invite you to explore the shop, browse the shelves, and connect with others taking part in this movement for care and solidarity. During the event, we’ll also be sharing information on: -How to contact your local, state, and federal representatives -What to say when advocating for relief and accountability during the shutdown -Knowing your rights as a citizen and voter -Civic education materials to help strengthen our collective voice -Come by, bring a donation, stay for a conversation — and help us keep -democracy rooted in community action. ✊ If you or someone you know is seeking aid or affected by the shutdown, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact me directly to diana.morales91@gmail.com for guidance and resources on how to access support. We’re here to help — no one in our community should face hardship alone.

La gente unida jamás irá sin comida 💚💚 On behalf of the No Kings Alliance, a group of McAllen locals has come together to organize a Mass Mutual Aid event in support of our community. Join us in demonstrating civic unity and solidarity on Saturday, November 15, at Ante Books — located at 1713 W. Hackberry Ave, Suite B, McAllen, TX. 3PM-6PM Donations can be dropped off Weds-Saturday 12-6PM for a 25% off all purchases. 🫶 This event is part of a nationwide effort to support families and federal workers affected by the ongoing government shutdown. Our mission is simple: to provide tangible aid while strengthening civic unity and awareness across our community. All food donations can be dropped off directly at Ante Books from 3pm-6pm on Nov 15th. While you’re there, we invite you to explore the shop, browse the shelves, and connect with others taking part in this movement for care and solidarity. During the event, we’ll also be sharing information on: -How to contact your local, state, and federal representatives -What to say when advocating for relief and accountability during the shutdown -Knowing your rights as a citizen and voter -Civic education materials to help strengthen our collective voice -Come by, bring a donation, stay for a conversation — and help us keep -democracy rooted in community action. ✊ If you or someone you know is seeking aid or affected by the shutdown, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact me directly to diana.morales91@gmail.com for guidance and resources on how to access support. We’re here to help — no one in our community should face hardship alone.

Join us at ReFest, November 15 in celebration of Texas Recycles Day and explore the different ways change can take root! ♻️🍃Admission is FREE when you bring a plastic bag or bottle to recycle upon entry, made possible by H-E-B in support of Our Texas, Our Future. W’ell see you at ReFest! #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan #Scouting #FindYourPark #HEBHelpingHere