Join native plant expert and story teller Mike Heep for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating process that takes place in flowering plants once pollination occurs.🌼FREE with general admission, Thursday May 22, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. #botany #southtexasecology #thursdaynightlive #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan #plantnative

Join native plant expert and story teller Mike Heep for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating process that takes place in flowering plants once pollination occurs.🌼FREE with general admission, Thursday May 22, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. #botany #southtexasecology #thursdaynightlive #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan #plantnative

We'll see you at STEM Stops where we're discovering how pollinators help plants reproduce through a microscope investigation and guided trail walk. 🌼🦋 Stop by to learn how you can support the beings that balance our ecosystem. #stemstops #quintamazatlan #pollinatorsofsouthtexas #stewardhip #howpollinationworks #STEM #mcallenevents #southtexasecology #naturebasedlearning #GirlScouts #genSTEMgirls #CubScouts #Scouting #FindYourPark #BSA

We'll see you at STEM Stops where we're discovering how pollinators help plants reproduce through a microscope investigation and guided trail walk. 🌼🦋 Stop by to learn how you can support the beings that balance our ecosystem. #stemstops #quintamazatlan #pollinatorsofsouthtexas #stewardhip #howpollinationworks #STEM #mcallenevents #southtexasecology #naturebasedlearning #GirlScouts #genSTEMgirls #CubScouts #Scouting #FindYourPark #BSA

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Did You Know? - Spring is in full bloom, and pollinators are hard at work! What role do bees, butterflies, and birds play in keeping our ecosystems thriving? Join us at this Saturday's STEM Stops, and create a take-home bee hotel to support these beings right in your own backyard!#naturebasedlearning #mcallenevents #CubScouts #quintamazatlan #FindYourPark #BSA #Scouting #southtexasecology #stemstops #GirlScouts #genSTEMgirls #stewardhip #pollinatorsofsouthtexas #STEM For Scouts - Qualifying Badges: 🦋Girl Scouts - Brownie - Eco Friends - Fulfills 4/5 ✨Cubscouts - Webelos - Into the Wild - Fulfills 3/2 🐝Boy Scouts - Insect Merit Badge - Fulfills 2/13

We're looking forward to welcoming Drew Bennie as he unveils the remarkable roles fungi play in our daily lives, revealing their hidden connections to everything from soil health to medicine, Thursday May 15 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm!🍄Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, gardener, or simply curious about the wonders of the natural world, this presentation is sure to inspire a newfound appreciation for our fungal allies. #thursdaynightlive #quintamazatlan #fungifriends #southtexasecology #mycelium #mcallenevents

We're looking forward to welcoming Drew Bennie as he unveils the remarkable roles fungi play in our daily lives, revealing their hidden connections to everything from soil health to medicine, Thursday May 15 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm!🍄Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, gardener, or simply curious about the wonders of the natural world, this presentation is sure to inspire a newfound appreciation for our fungal allies. #thursdaynightlive #quintamazatlan #fungifriends #southtexasecology #mycelium #mcallenevents

Learn about bird migration patterns and the ecological importance of the Rio Grande Valley flyway today at STEM Stops! #stemstops #quintamazatlan #naturebasedleanring #migrationmonth

Learn about bird migration patterns and the ecological importance of the Rio Grande Valley flyway today at STEM Stops! #stemstops #quintamazatlan #naturebasedleanring #migrationmonth

Don't miss Emmanuel Marquez, Nature and Wildlife photographer with peaceofwildlifetx tomorrow, May 8th in the Grand Hall of Quinta Mazatlán's historic adobe home from 6:00pm to 7:00pm! Learn the stories and techniques behind their stunning visuals, depicting the incredibly biodiverse region of the Rio Grade Valley. #thursdaynightlive #peaceofwildlifetx #wildlifephotography #conservationandart #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan

Don't miss Emmanuel Marquez, Nature and Wildlife photographer with @peaceofwildlifetx tomorrow, May 8th in the Grand Hall of Quinta Mazatlán's historic adobe home from 6:00pm to 7:00pm! Learn the stories and techniques behind their stunning visuals, depicting the incredibly biodiverse region of the Rio Grade Valley. #thursdaynightlive #peaceofwildlifetx #wildlifephotography #conservationandart #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan

Join us at this Saturday's STEM Stops as we explore the wonders and wisdom of wildflowers! 🌼✨We'll be here, rain or shine. #stemstops #texaswidlfowers #rgvplants #plantnativeplants #natureinspired #naturebasededucation #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

Join us at this Saturday's STEM Stops as we explore the wonders and wisdom of wildflowers! 🌼✨We'll be here, rain or shine. #stemstops #texaswidlfowers #rgvplants #plantnativeplants #natureinspired #naturebasededucation #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

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Did You Know? - Colorful wildflowers are appearing everywhere! Drop in at Saturday's STEM Stops to explore the science and beauty of spring blooms in South Texas. 🌼✨🌸 #naturebasedlearning #texaswildflowerseason #inspiredbynature #plantnative #rgv956 #stemeducation #STEMForKids #quintamazatlan #mcallentx #mcallenevents

Don't miss tonight's magical picture created by youth from camp La Afinidad, capturing friendship, ethically foraged native flowers and a unique message for the more-than-human world. 🎞🌼 This screening includes a presentation from artist and Co-founder of ENTRE, C. Diaz, taking viewers behind the production process and sharing more about the artist-run community and regional archive. #flowersandfriendship #shinrinyoku #youthfilm #youthartsits #natureinspired #entrefilmcetner #cameralessfilm #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

Don't miss tonight's magical picture created by youth from camp La Afinidad, capturing friendship, ethically foraged native flowers and a unique message for the more-than-human world. 🎞🌼 This screening includes a presentation from artist and Co-founder of ENTRE, C. Diaz, taking viewers behind the production process and sharing more about the artist-run community and regional archive. #flowersandfriendship #shinrinyoku #youthfilm #youthartsits #natureinspired #entrefilmcetner #cameralessfilm #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

Join us for a screening of a collaborative camera-less film created by youth from camp La Afinidad, in partnership with entre.tx, May 1 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.✨ Flowers and Friendship reflects ethically foraged native flowers, preserved in a colorful and texture-full collaborative expression, where youth contributed a unique message for the more-than-human world. 🌳🌼 This screening includes a presentation from artist and Co-founder of ENTRE, C Diaz, taking viewers behind the production process and sharing more about the artist-run community film center and regional archive.🎞 #entrefilmcenter #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents #thursdaynightlive #cameralessfilmproduction #artandstewardship

Join us for a screening of a collaborative camera-less film created by youth from camp La Afinidad, in partnership with ENTRE Film Center, May 1 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. ✨ Flowers and Friendship reflects ethically foraged native flowers, preserved in a colorful and texture-full collaborative expression, where youth contributed a unique message for the more-than-human world. 🌳🌼 This screening includes a presentation from artist and Co-founder of ENTRE, C Diaz, taking viewers behind the production process and sharing more about the artist-run community film center and regional archive.🎞 #entrefilmcenter #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents #thursdaynightlive #cameralessfilmproduction #artandstewardship

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We are thankful for our H-E-B who will be at Monarch Fest April 26th , thanking you for your stewardhsip in celebration of Earth Week with an Earth Day Bag Give-away. Admission is FREE when you bring a plastic bag or bottle to recycle. #HEBHelpingHere #savethemonarch #EarthWeek2025 #quintamazatlan #monarhfest2025

Walk in the Mayor’s Bug Parade this Saturday at MONARCH FEST 🦋 sponsored by H-E-B! Dress as your favorite insect and/or WEAR ORANGE 🧡 to honor the monarch! Enjoy the Vendor Marketplace, Live Main Stage, Food Courtyard , Youth/Scout Badge Opportunities, Live Animals with Urban Frontier Exotics, Hands-on Crafts, Garden Tours, Native Plant Sales, Stilt Walkers, Acrobats, Walking Mascots, McHi Color Guard & Drummers, City Partners and so much more! FREE entrance with a bottle or bag to recycle! ♻️FREE off-site shuttles minutes away at 1400 Wichita Avenue near La Plaza Mall.More info: www.quintamazatlan.com

We ❤️ the Earth's amazing wildlife and ecosystems, and we know you do, too! This Earth Day, let’s give back to nature by creating spaces that support our feathered friends. From planting native plants to choosing Bird Friendly® certified coffee to cleaning your feeders, every small action helps! 🌎🐦 And why not celebrate at a Valley event, like the Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center Monarch Fest on the 26th? Admission is free if you bring in a plastic bag or bottle for recycling. Please stop by our booth to say hi and tell us about the birds you're seeing! Details at https://www.facebook.com/events/4203593073195757 @quintamazatlan Learn more about what YOU can do—and meet your fellow RGV nature lovers—at one of our many GREAT IN-STORE EVENTS! 🗓️ THIS WEEKEND: Want to expand your support of Valley birds or share the joy of bird feeding? Then don't miss our Fill-A-Bag event on the 26th and 27th, and get 20% OFF EVERYTHING YOU CAN FIT IN OUR SHOPPING BAG! (Some exclusions apply.) It's a great time to pick up a new feeder or find a gift for Mother's Day! 🗓️ MAY 3rd, 2–3pm: FREE Nature Talk "Wake Up and Smell the Conservation: How to Choose Coffee that Helps Farmers and RGV Birds" We'll have Kelly Smith from the American Birding Association in to tell us how choosing shade-grown, organic Bird Friendly® certified coffee works to support conservation efforts. This doesn't just benefit exotic species—many of the birds we enjoy here in the Valley depend on habitats around Central American coffee farms in their winter migration! There'll be a FREE COFFEE TASTING, too! 🗓️ MAY 10th, 2–3pm: FREE Nature Talk "Turn Your Yard into a Bird Paradise Using Native Plants" Learn how to attract a diversity of birds by using multi-dimensional landscaping: creating a well-rounded native plant habitat in your yard. Speaker: Roberto Gaitan, President of the Rio Grande Valley Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. 🗓️ MAY 3rd & 10th, 3–6pm: NATIVE PLANT SALES following the nature talks! The varietals we have on hand vary, so it's worth popping back in if you've come before. Details at https://www.facebook.com/wbumcallen/events Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 Featured Birds: Townsend's Warbler, Red-breasted Sapsucker* Featured Insect: Monarch Butterfly *Featured Birds may include species from across the USA, not just those seen in Texas' Rio Grande Valley. #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #earthday

This Week at Forest Tots we're celebrating the sweet ground we walk on 🌎 Join us Tuesday for a trail walk exploring natural resources and a planting project🌼, and Thursday to embrace the sounds of nature and create a windchime using natural materials. 🌳🎵 #foresttots #earthday #motherearth #naturebasededucation #ole #outdoorlearningenvironments #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

This Week at Forest Tots we're celebrating the sweet ground we walk on 🌎 Join us Tuesday for a trail walk exploring natural resources and a planting project🌼, and Thursday to embrace the sounds of nature and create a windchime using natural materials. 🌳🎵 #foresttots #earthday #motherearth #naturebasededucation #ole #outdoorlearningenvironments #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

Whether you are a birdwatcher, nature lover, or simply curious about the incredible journeys happening overhead, Dr. Andrea Contina, Assistant Professor at utrgv will be at Quinta Mazatlán, offering insight into the crucial role our region plays in the lives of migratory birds.🐦 Don't miss their presentation Thursday, Aril 24th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents #birdmigration #southtexasbirding #thursdaynightlive #riograndevalley #southtexesecology #paintedbunting

Whether you are a birdwatcher, nature lover, or simply curious about the incredible journeys happening overhead, Dr. Andrea Contina, Assistant Professor at UTRGV - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley will be at Quinta Mazatlán, offering insight into the crucial role our region plays in the lives of migratory birds.🐦 Don't miss their presentation Thursday, April 24th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents #birdmigration #southtexasbirding #thursdaynightlive #riograndevalley #southtexesecology #paintedbunting

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Get your cameras ready because the City Nature Challenge starts this Friday, April 25th! Join thousands of people around the world in a collective effort to document as many species of plant and animal as we can. The City Nature Challenge is a great way to get outside, explore, and contribute to better understanding our biodiversity. Visit quintamazatlan.com/cue-ecology/city-nature-challenge

Get your cameras ready because the City Nature Challenge starts this Friday, April 25th! Join thousands of people around the world in a collective effort to document as many species of plant and animal as we can. The City Nature Challenge is a great way to get outside, explore, and contribute to better understanding our biodiversity. Visit quintamazatlan.com/cue-ecology/city-nature-challenge