1. Youth as the Lifeblood of Chess
Spassky highlights that chess, like any cultural or intellectual pursuit, thrives when the next generation embraces it. If young people see chess as exciting, valuable, and rewarding, the game naturally takes a stronger place in society. Conversely, if youth lose interest, chess risks fading into the background, no matter how strong its traditions.
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2. Cultural Relevance
Chess has always mirrored the values of its era. In times when young people viewed it as a path to discipline, honor, and prestige (like in the Soviet Union), it became a central part of education and national identity. Today, when children engage with chess through apps, online communities, and scholastic clubs, they shape the cultural meaning of chess for the digital age.
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3. Education and Growth
Young people represent more than just numbers on a tournament chart; they embody curiosity, creativity, and potential. By learning chess, they bring new ideas, approaches, and even playful experimentation to the game. This keeps chess evolving rather than stagnating in old forms. The place of chess in schools, after-school programs, and family homes depends largely on how children perceive its usefulness—whether as a tool for learning, a social activity, or simply fun.
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4. Responsibility of Adults
Spassky’s words also serve as a call to action for parents, teachers, coaches, and club organizers. If society wants chess to hold a meaningful place, it must inspire young people through creative teaching methods, engaging formats, and visible role models. Adults are the bridge—shaping that initial spark of curiosity into a lasting love for the game.
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5. The Legacy Factor
Every chess master was once a beginner. If youth are nurtured with positive experiences in chess, they will carry those values forward as players, coaches, and advocates. The health of chess fifty years from now will depend on how today’s children relate to the game.
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✅ In essence: Spassky reminds us that the survival and importance of chess in society is not determined by past champions or current federations—it rests in the hands of the young. If they see chess as a meaningful part of life, it will flourish; if not, it will wither.
Students can audition for undergrad programs in:
* Acting
* Design/Technology
* Musical Theatre
* Theatre Education
Universities from across the nation will be here. Don't miss it. Registration is free. Link in our bio.
We’re continuing to celebrate #BatWeek at this Saturday’s STEM Stops! 🦇Join Environmental Education Specialist, Josue to explore native bats to the RGV and the special relationships they have with the world around them, from 11am, 1pm and 3pm. #STEM#southtexasecology
Join Environmental Education Specialist, Josue Ayala for a presentation exploring Bats and their unique role in our ecosystem and relation to our region, Thursday, August 28, beginning at 6:00pm! ✨🦇This program is free with general admission.
Have you heard of the Valley’s native bats and their unique connection to one of our most iconic native trees: The Sabal Palm? 🦇🌴🦇Join Josue Ayala, to learn how bats contribute immensely to the health of the region’s habitats and practical ways for families and gardeners to make their own spaces more bat-friendly.🌼✨
Ayala’s love for nature was sparked by the landscapes of the RGV and deepened through his participation in the Texas Master Naturalist program. Though his career began in social work, he now blends his passion for community and conservation as the Vice President of the Native Plant Project and an Environmental Education Specialist at Quinta Mazatlán, where he helps people of all ages connect with the wild spaces around them.
#southtexasecology#thursdaynightlive#quintamazatlan#mcallenevents
Have you heard of the Valley’s native bats and their unique connection to one of our most iconic native trees: The Sabal Palm? 🦇🌴🦇Join Josue Ayala, to learn how bats contribute immensely to the health of the region’s habitats and practical ways for families and gardeners to make their own spaces more bat-friendly.🌼✨
Ayala’s love for nature was sparked by the landscapes of the RGV and deepened through his participation in the Texas Master Naturalist program. Though his career began in social work, he now blends his passion for community and conservation as the Vice President of the Native Plant Project and an Environmental Education Specialist at Quinta Mazatlán, where he helps people of all ages connect with the wild spaces around them.
#southtexasecology#thursdaynightlive#quintamazatlan#mcallenevents
Take flight into the fascinating world of bats during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, with Environmental Education Specialist, Josue Ayala!🦇✨Guests will learn about the mysterious evolution of bats, their extraordinary adaptations, and the vital relationships they maintain with South Texas plants and landscapes. #southtexasecology#mcallenevents#quintamazatlan
Take flight into the fascinating world of bats during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, with Environmental Education Specialist, Josue Ayala!🦇✨Guests will learn about the mysterious evolution of bats, their extraordinary adaptations, and the vital relationships they maintain with South Texas plants and landscapes. #southtexasecology#mcallenevents#quintamazatlan
Are you aware of all VFW and VFW Auxiliary scholarship, contest and award deadlines for the 2025-2026 Program Year?
They are:
October 31, 2025: VFW Voice of Democracy
October 31, 2025: VFW Patriot’s Pen
November 15, 2025: VFW “Sport Clips Help A Hero” Scholarship - spring semester
February 15, 2026: VFW Auxiliary Continuing Education Scholarship
March 1, 2026: VFW Scout of the Year (recognition award, not monetary)
March 31, 2026: VFW Auxiliary Illustrating America
March 31, 2026: VFW Auxiliary Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest
March 31, 2026: VFW Auxiliary 3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest
April 30, 2026: The VFW's “Sport Clips Help A Hero” Scholarship - fall semester
Please promote these scholarships, contests and awards, which benefit children as young as five through adults continuing their education beyond high school.
Learn more on www.vfw.org under Assistance: Student Veteran Support or under Community - Youth & Education and on www.vfwauxiliary.org under Scholarships & Contests.
Today we enjoyed the beautiful sight (and smell) of a Texas Ebony tree planted at Sam Houston Elementary School. It was planted in 2024 as part of a 10,000 square foot Tiny Forest; thanks to the leadership and care of Principal Jessica Lowe and the school staff, it is blooming and thriving. In just a few minutes of visiting the Tiny Forest, we saw butterflies, hummingbirds, and multitudes of flowers. This is just one example of how Quinta Mazatlan works with partners to advance environmental education, eco-tourism, and the environment for the health of all.
The Edgar A Fuentes Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the memory of my father who was a Band Director at PSJA for over 20 years. Our nonprofit Obreros del Bien, together with donations from Nuri Fusion Street Kitchen and our sister company F&B EMS along with our donors throughout the years, were able to donate (2) $1,000.00 Scholarships to Bryan and Daniel from PSJA High School in order to pursue their Music Education Degree here at UTRGV. We are honored to be able to give back to our community and look forward to many more years of success so we can be able to do more for the region. We are blessed to be a blessing.
✨ Thank you to Texas A&M University-Higher Education Center at McAllen for their generous support as a Gold Sponsor of the 46th Annual Collage Gala! 🌟
Your commitment helps the International Museum of Art & Science continue inspiring creativity, curiosity, and discovery through art and science education in our community. 💛
Learn More about Collage:
https://theimasonline.org/collage/
✨ Thank you to Texas A&M University-Higher Education Center at McAllen tamumcallen for their generous support as a Gold Sponsor of the 46th Annual Collage Gala! 🌟
Your commitment helps the International Museum of Art & Science continue inspiring creativity, curiosity, and discovery through art and science education in our community. 💛
Learn More about Collage:
https://theimasonline.org/collage/
Healthy Bites, Healthy Moves will be back @ Main Library on Friday, August 15 at 10AM. This week’s lesson, "My Plate, My Family," is all about easy ways to eat healthier, stay active, save money, and build better habits with tips from Texas A&M AgriLife.
We’ll even have food samples to try while they last.
#MPLAdults#HealthyEating
Checkmate Ninja
1. Youth as the Lifeblood of Chess Spassky highlights that chess, like any cultural or intellectual pursuit, thrives when the next generation embraces it. If young people see chess as exciting, valuable, and rewarding, the game naturally takes a stronger place in society. Conversely, if youth lose interest, chess risks fading into the background, no matter how strong its traditions. ⸻ 2. Cultural Relevance Chess has always mirrored the values of its era. In times when young people viewed it as a path to discipline, honor, and prestige (like in the Soviet Union), it became a central part of education and national identity. Today, when children engage with chess through apps, online communities, and scholastic clubs, they shape the cultural meaning of chess for the digital age. ⸻ 3. Education and Growth Young people represent more than just numbers on a tournament chart; they embody curiosity, creativity, and potential. By learning chess, they bring new ideas, approaches, and even playful experimentation to the game. This keeps chess evolving rather than stagnating in old forms. The place of chess in schools, after-school programs, and family homes depends largely on how children perceive its usefulness—whether as a tool for learning, a social activity, or simply fun. ⸻ 4. Responsibility of Adults Spassky’s words also serve as a call to action for parents, teachers, coaches, and club organizers. If society wants chess to hold a meaningful place, it must inspire young people through creative teaching methods, engaging formats, and visible role models. Adults are the bridge—shaping that initial spark of curiosity into a lasting love for the game. ⸻ 5. The Legacy Factor Every chess master was once a beginner. If youth are nurtured with positive experiences in chess, they will carry those values forward as players, coaches, and advocates. The health of chess fifty years from now will depend on how today’s children relate to the game. ⸻ ✅ In essence: Spassky reminds us that the survival and importance of chess in society is not determined by past champions or current federations—it rests in the hands of the young. If they see chess as a meaningful part of life, it will flourish; if not, it will wither.
South Texas College Theatre
Students can audition for undergrad programs in: * Acting * Design/Technology * Musical Theatre * Theatre Education Universities from across the nation will be here. Don't miss it. Registration is free. Link in our bio.
Checkmate Ninja
Mindsets: Chess in Education Conference to Take Place in New York City on December 6
Mindsets: Chess in Education Conference to Take Place in New York City on December 6
Rio Grande Valley Memorial VFW Post 8788
Rio Grande Valley Memorial VFW Post 8788
Foodamed Vegan Restaurant and Emporium
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Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center
We’re continuing to celebrate #BatWeek at this Saturday’s STEM Stops! 🦇Join Environmental Education Specialist, Josue to explore native bats to the RGV and the special relationships they have with the world around them, from 11am, 1pm and 3pm. #STEM #southtexasecology
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center
Join Environmental Education Specialist, Josue Ayala for a presentation exploring Bats and their unique role in our ecosystem and relation to our region, Thursday, August 28, beginning at 6:00pm! ✨🦇This program is free with general admission.
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center
Have you heard of the Valley’s native bats and their unique connection to one of our most iconic native trees: The Sabal Palm? 🦇🌴🦇Join Josue Ayala, to learn how bats contribute immensely to the health of the region’s habitats and practical ways for families and gardeners to make their own spaces more bat-friendly.🌼✨ Ayala’s love for nature was sparked by the landscapes of the RGV and deepened through his participation in the Texas Master Naturalist program. Though his career began in social work, he now blends his passion for community and conservation as the Vice President of the Native Plant Project and an Environmental Education Specialist at Quinta Mazatlán, where he helps people of all ages connect with the wild spaces around them. #southtexasecology #thursdaynightlive #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center
Have you heard of the Valley’s native bats and their unique connection to one of our most iconic native trees: The Sabal Palm? 🦇🌴🦇Join Josue Ayala, to learn how bats contribute immensely to the health of the region’s habitats and practical ways for families and gardeners to make their own spaces more bat-friendly.🌼✨ Ayala’s love for nature was sparked by the landscapes of the RGV and deepened through his participation in the Texas Master Naturalist program. Though his career began in social work, he now blends his passion for community and conservation as the Vice President of the Native Plant Project and an Environmental Education Specialist at Quinta Mazatlán, where he helps people of all ages connect with the wild spaces around them. #southtexasecology #thursdaynightlive #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center
Take flight into the fascinating world of bats during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, with Environmental Education Specialist, Josue Ayala!🦇✨Guests will learn about the mysterious evolution of bats, their extraordinary adaptations, and the vital relationships they maintain with South Texas plants and landscapes. #southtexasecology #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center
Take flight into the fascinating world of bats during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, with Environmental Education Specialist, Josue Ayala!🦇✨Guests will learn about the mysterious evolution of bats, their extraordinary adaptations, and the vital relationships they maintain with South Texas plants and landscapes. #southtexasecology #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan
Rio Grande Valley Memorial VFW Post 8788
Are you aware of all VFW and VFW Auxiliary scholarship, contest and award deadlines for the 2025-2026 Program Year? They are: October 31, 2025: VFW Voice of Democracy October 31, 2025: VFW Patriot’s Pen November 15, 2025: VFW “Sport Clips Help A Hero” Scholarship - spring semester February 15, 2026: VFW Auxiliary Continuing Education Scholarship March 1, 2026: VFW Scout of the Year (recognition award, not monetary) March 31, 2026: VFW Auxiliary Illustrating America March 31, 2026: VFW Auxiliary Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest March 31, 2026: VFW Auxiliary 3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest April 30, 2026: The VFW's “Sport Clips Help A Hero” Scholarship - fall semester Please promote these scholarships, contests and awards, which benefit children as young as five through adults continuing their education beyond high school. Learn more on www.vfw.org under Assistance: Student Veteran Support or under Community - Youth & Education and on www.vfwauxiliary.org under Scholarships & Contests.
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center
Today we enjoyed the beautiful sight (and smell) of a Texas Ebony tree planted at Sam Houston Elementary School. It was planted in 2024 as part of a 10,000 square foot Tiny Forest; thanks to the leadership and care of Principal Jessica Lowe and the school staff, it is blooming and thriving. In just a few minutes of visiting the Tiny Forest, we saw butterflies, hummingbirds, and multitudes of flowers. This is just one example of how Quinta Mazatlan works with partners to advance environmental education, eco-tourism, and the environment for the health of all.
Nuri - Fusion Street Kitchen
The Edgar A Fuentes Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the memory of my father who was a Band Director at PSJA for over 20 years. Our nonprofit Obreros del Bien, together with donations from Nuri Fusion Street Kitchen and our sister company F&B EMS along with our donors throughout the years, were able to donate (2) $1,000.00 Scholarships to Bryan and Daniel from PSJA High School in order to pursue their Music Education Degree here at UTRGV. We are honored to be able to give back to our community and look forward to many more years of success so we can be able to do more for the region. We are blessed to be a blessing.
International Museum of Art & Science
✨ Thank you to Texas A&M University-Higher Education Center at McAllen for their generous support as a Gold Sponsor of the 46th Annual Collage Gala! 🌟 Your commitment helps the International Museum of Art & Science continue inspiring creativity, curiosity, and discovery through art and science education in our community. 💛 Learn More about Collage: https://theimasonline.org/collage/
International Museum of Art & Science
✨ Thank you to Texas A&M University-Higher Education Center at McAllen tamumcallen for their generous support as a Gold Sponsor of the 46th Annual Collage Gala! 🌟 Your commitment helps the International Museum of Art & Science continue inspiring creativity, curiosity, and discovery through art and science education in our community. 💛 Learn More about Collage: https://theimasonline.org/collage/
Checkmate Ninja
Back to school means back to chess! Message us to get your child playing chess!
McAllen Public Library
Healthy Bites, Healthy Moves will be back @ Main Library on Friday, August 15 at 10AM. This week’s lesson, "My Plate, My Family," is all about easy ways to eat healthier, stay active, save money, and build better habits with tips from Texas A&M AgriLife. We’ll even have food samples to try while they last. #MPLAdults #HealthyEating