Commissioner Pepe Cabeza de Vaca, representing District 6, has officially proclaimed October 2025 as Native Plant Month in McAllen. Native plants are vital to our natural and cultural heritage and to the very air we breathe. The Tamaulipan Thornforest and other native habitats in the Rio Grande Valley support species found nowhere else in the U.S. This month, we’re planting more than 2,000 native plants through initiatives like Tiny Forests, School Butterfly Gardens, and Community Plant Giveaways. An additional 20,000 plants will be added this fall as part of the Center for Urban Ecology expansion at Quinta Mazatlán. Quinta Mazatlán is also hosting over 30 educational programs, including the VIP Night “Very Important Plants” on October 16. McAllen’s trees contribute over $5 million annually in ecosystem services and help drive eco-tourism. Native plants save water, support wildlife, and beautify our city, for today and for generations to come.

We’re thankful to vantage.bank for supporting the South Texas Book Festival. Their sponsorship helps us bring authors, activities, and free programming to thousands of families across the Valley. #STBF #VantageBank

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Bring your loved ones for a lively night at Sunset Live with Valley Symphony Orchestra! 🎻 Are you ready? Check out these details before your arrival 👾 📍Oval Park - McAllen Convention Center 🗓️ October 11, 2025 ⏰ 6 PM - 10 PM 🎟️ FREE ENTRY 🐾 Pet Friendly! And don't forget to visit food and market vendors! 🌽🛍

Bring your loved ones for a lively night at Sunset Live with Valley Symphony Orchestra! 🎻 Are you ready? Check out these details before your arrival 👾 📍Oval Park - McAllen Convention Center 🗓️ October 11, 2025 ⏰ 6 PM - 10 PM 🎟️ FREE ENTRY 🐾 Pet Friendly! And don't forget to visit food and market vendors! 🌽🛍

🏈🔥 College Football Saturdays at Ace’s BBQ! 🔥🏈 Kickoff the day at 11AM with wall-to-wall college football action! 📺 Texas Longhorns vs. Oklahoma – 2:30pm 📺 Texas A&M Aggies vs. Florida – 6:00pm 🍖 Come by for the best BBQ in the Valley and enjoy ice-cold drinks all day long. 🍺 Our McAllen location has TVs for all your favorite games plus a full bar stocked with every beer and drink you love. 👉 Want your team’s schedule posted? Let us know and we’ll add it! 📍 Don’t miss the food. Don’t miss the games. Don’t miss the fun – only at Ace’s BBQ McAllen!

🍻 Beer Around the World is back! 🌍🍺 Travel the globe one sip at a time, and taste the best of the Rio Grande Valley along the way! This fan-favorite event highlights local brews, Oktoberfest favorites, and flavors from our incredible local eateries. 😋✨ 🍺 When: October 18 at 6 PM 🎟️ Tickets: Available through Ticketmaster or at our on-site ticket booth ⚠️ 21+ event | Separate ticket required 🤝 Presented by L&F Distributors, benefiting Hope Family Health Center Cheers to good times and a good cause! 🍺✨ Net proceeds benefit Hope Family Health Center - only at Fiesta de Palmas! 🎉

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It may still feel warm in the Valley, but that’s not stopping us from serving fall style with our short sleeves, cozy textures, autumn hues, & dresses made to wear with your favorite boots. 🍃

🍻 Beer Around the World is back! 🌍🍺 Travel the globe one sip at a time, and taste the best of the Rio Grande Valley along the way! This fan-favorite event highlights local brews, Oktoberfest favorites, and flavors from our incredible local eateries. 😋✨ 🍺 When: October 18 at 6 PM 🎟️ Tickets: Available through Ticketmaster or at our on-site ticket booth http://bit.ly/3VXAqOE ⚠️ 21+ event | Separate ticket required 🤝 Presented by L&F Distributors, benefiting Hope Family Health Center Cheers to good times and a good cause! 🍺✨ Net proceeds benefit Hope Family Health Center - only at Fiesta de Palmas! 🎉

An elevated culinary experience is coming to Mercado Foodie Fest this year! ✨🍷 Indulge in rich flavors and delicacies featuring aged meats, truffles, and more. Discover exquisite wine pairings handpicked by our expert sommeliers in the exclusive “Tour D’Italia” experience. 🇮🇹 Your VIP ticket includes all General Admission amenities plus this unforgettable tasting journey. 🍽️ October 16th — Don’t miss out! 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now — grab yours through the link in our bio! https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/mercadofoodhall/foodiefest-2025 #vip #highend #wine #agedmeat #truffle #winetasting #food #italy #tourdeitaly #foodfestival #mcallen #whattodo #eventnearme #rgv #valley #discovery #fypシ

Help us build a mural... a PIÑATA MURAL! This Saturday at the Día de los Muertos Festival & Market at the Museum from 10AM to 5PM, Josuè Rawmirez will be guiding visitors to help put together a giant-scale piñatamural at the International Museum of Art & Science! 🪅🪅🪅🪅🪅 Josuè Rawmirez is a multidisciplinary artist from Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas. He lives and practices in Esto’k Gna land or the Rio Grande Valley along the Texas-Mexico border where he is inspired by the landscapes of the delta, its visual language and everyday practices. Ramírez explores his identity and recontextualizes cultural practices and crafts that question the historic norm and provide a new vision for a shared visual language and experience. This project is supported by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts

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🌟 IMAS Day of Giving!🌟 Join us for the annual IMAS Day of Giving, a special day dedicated to supporting the International Museum of Art & Science! 💖 Your gift directly supports educational programs, exhibitions, and community outreach that inspire curiosity and creativity across the Rio Grande Valley. Every donation, big or small, helps strengthen our mission to inspire, educate, and engage through art and science. 💫 This October, help us reach our goal of 200 individual donations throughout the month! The IMAS thrives because of the generosity of our community, members, donors, local businesses, and partners like you. Show your support by making a gift, sharing our mission, and celebrating the power of art and science education on October 7! 🔗Donate today by visiting 'IMAS Links' in our bio. #IMAS #IMASDayofGiving #SupportArtAndScience #MuseumGivingDay #IMASRGV

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Help us build a mural... a PIÑATA MURAL! This Saturday at the Día de los Muertos Festival & Market at the Museum from 10AM to 5PM, Josuè Rawmirez will be guiding visitors to help put together a giant-scale piñatamural at the International Museum of Art & Science! 🪅🪅🪅🪅🪅 Josuè Rawmirez is a multidisciplinary artist from Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas. He lives and practices in Esto’k Gna land or the Rio Grande Valley along the Texas-Mexico border where he is inspired by the landscapes of the delta, its visual language and everyday practices. Ramírez explores his identity and recontextualizes cultural practices and crafts that question the historic norm and provide a new vision for a shared visual language and experience. This project is supported by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts txcommarts raw_mirez heb

Join us this Saturday for Sunset Live: Symphony in the Park! 👾 Bring your lawn chair and get ready to enjoy an amazing performance by Valley Symphony Orchestra, eat great food, and visit our local market vendors! 🎻🍟🛍️ 📍Oval Park - McAllen Convention Center 🗓️ October 11, 2025 ⏰ 6 PM - 10 PM 🎟️ FREE ENTRY 🐾 Pet Friendly! See you soon! 🎉

Join us this Saturday for Sunset Live: Symphony in the Park! 👾 Bring your lawn chair and get ready to enjoy an amazing performance by Valley Symphony Orchestra, eat great food, and visit our local market vendors! 🎻🍟🛍️ 📍Oval Park - McAllen Convention Center 🗓️ October 11, 2025 ⏰ 6 PM - 10 PM 🎟️ FREE ENTRY 🐾 Pet Friendly! See you soon! 🎉

#HispanicHeritageMonth - Here we honor some of our most impactful McAllenites. We are grateful for all our McAllen Hispanic leaders, past and present. Pictured left to right, top to bottom. Alonzo Cantu Banker, developer, philanthropist Sister Norma Pimentel Executive director, Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley Mary Del Paz, CPA Vice president of finance & administrative services, South Texas College Adrian A. Arriaga Award winning realtor and community leader Elva M. Cerda Mcallen Heritage Center, museum of history & culture, Co-founder, Exec director, Co -founder PalmFest Folklife festival. Affordable housing advocate Edna Posada Community business leader Joe Vera City Of McAllen , Former Assistant City Manager, McAllen holiday parade founder Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa Texas Senate, Dist. 20 Ernest Aliseda Texas A&M University Higher Education Center at McAllen, COO and Associate Vice President, US Army Lieutenant Colonel Ret. Sally Fraustro Guerra Community Leader, Former Chair of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce & Woman of the Year Cynthia Sakulenski President and CEO, Rgv Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Robert "Bobby" Calvillo Affordable Homes of South Texas, former ceo & president Rodolfo "Rudy" Ramirez McAllen Housing Authority, Director, affordable housing advocate Javier Villalobos Mayor, City of McAllen Dr. Ricardo J. Solis President, South Texas College Tony Aguirre Community leader, former McAllen Chamber of Commerce man of the year, McAllen city commissioner, dist. 1 Joe Saenz McAllen Housing Authority, former executive director, Affordable housing advocate Elizabeth Suarez McAllen Chamber of Commerce and MEDC, President and CEO Leo Montalvo Former mayor, City of McAllen, first hispanic mayor Elvira Alonzo, Asst. city manager, City of McAllen Richard D. Guerra Community leader, businessman Richard F. Cortez Hidalgo County Judge, former Mayor of McAllen Juan Olaguibel Asst city manager, City of McAllen Victor Rodriguez Police chief, City of McAllen, McAllen Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year Alejandro R. Longoria Former chief of police, City of McAllen #mcallenhistory #mcallen

The Valley way to do Saturdays 👉 tacos on the table, cocktails in hand, y toda la raza en Mula Cantina. 🥃🍻🍹🍸 Tonight we’re serving flavor, familia, and fiesta 🔥 #MulaCantina #ValleyVibes #SabadoEnElValle #CocktailsWithSoul

AFTER PARTY AT 76! 🎉 Game day isn’t over yet — after repping our Vaqueros, head to 76 to keep the party going! 🍻 Vaqueros beer + shots 🍹 Drink specials all night long 🔥 Vibes on point, always. We 💛 game days — let’s make this one count!

ALL YOU CAN EAT BAR & GRILL for $29.99 🫏🥳 This is how we do it in the Valley: tacos loaded, burgers dripping, parrilla 🔥 bien servida, and drinks to match. For just $29.99 per person, bring the crew, eat sin miedo, and make your day count at Mula Cantina. Eat ALL you want but hurry in, this is only here for a limited time! 🌮🍔🍗🥓 😛🌮 *Restrictions apply* #Puro956 #MulaCantina #AllYouCanEat #AYCE

Today we celebrate 17 YEARS of doing business in the Rio Grande Valley. Wow, what a ride it has been, and how time truly flies. Larry & I moved from Austin, TX to McAllen in 2008, to open up house wine & bistro, and we have made the Rio Grande Valley our home ever since. In our 17 years of doing business in McAllen, we have served hundreds of thousands of diners, helped you celebrate birthdays, wedding proposals, anniversaries, girls night out, just dining on any given Tuesday, and helped curate moments that matter at your table. We have trained and mentored thousands of team members to deliver excellent service and execute incredible food. We have had highs and lows, great times and tough times, but in the end, we have had the privilege of serving YOU. We want to thank our amazing team, present, past & future, for giving your all, to our amazing patrons. Your Dedication & Confidence, in Delgado Collective, has continued to make house wine & bistro a McAllen staple. Each one of you has made a lasting imprint in our story and we look forward to many more chapters with our incredible team. What a pleasure and honor it has been to serve each one of you along the way. We are so grateful for your business and patronage for the last 17 years. You have allowed a small business and family to do what we love for many years. We have lived the American dream, of owning our own business and serving our faithful customers, with kindness, greatness, and integrity. We thank God everyday for His countless blessings and we look forward to serving you for 17 more! As a thank you for your patronage & support, we will be offering $17 Bottles of house wine, all month of October! Just ask for the Anniversary Bottle and choose Chardonnay or Cabernet Sauvignon. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for love, support & patronage. We wouldn't be in business today, without each one of you coming through our doors, and our gratitude is endless. We look forward to serving you soon and to continue to deliver incredible food and offer world class service in the Rio Grande Valley. Eat Often! Eat Well! Sincerely, Chef Larry & Jessica Delgado #17YearBusinessAnniversary #McAllenEats #DiningWithTheDelgados #KeepTheFireBurnin'

The Honor Guard saying goodbye to another veteran Brother this morning, at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

Do you know the language of leaves?🌿 Join us for tomorrow's STEM Stops to learn how to identify native trees and shrubs just by looking at their leaves! Using a “leaf dial,” participants will discover the diversity of leaf shapes and patterns found in the Rio Grande Valley. #STEM #southtexasicology #plantwave #treeidentification

Uncover the incredible diversity of native cactus species in the Rio Grande Valley with Ken King! You'll learn how to identify them, where they grow, and how to care for them in your garden. Ken is the co-author of "Plants of Deep South Texas," the most comprehensive guide to native plants in the RGV. He also serves on the Native Plant Project's Board of Directors. Program attendees can receive a FREE native plant, as supplies last!

We are happy to share that for the third year in a row, Hinovations Art Gallery is serving as judges for the Student's Art Contest at the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival! It’s always a joy to see the creativity, imagination, and love for nature that young artists bring to their work. We’re grateful to be part of a community that celebrates both art and conservation. ✨ Here’s to another year of encouraging kids to spread their wings through art!

🚀 RECORD FEST V‼️SOUTH TEXAS’ PREMIER GATHERING FOR RECORDS 🚀 🎶🌵 EL DISCO ES CULTURA 🌵🎶 Main Street goes full-tilt October 4th. Record Fest V is a free, all-ages celebration of records, food, art, and community. This is a patio, backyard-style festival of sound, food, art, and culture fueled by community. Thousands of records. Bold local art. Food that hits hard. World-vibration music from @viaje_satx w/@sueproblema & @dagodfatheralcochino 🗓 Saturday, October 4 | 5–9 PM 📍 Patio @ Depósito: “El Nopalito” | McAllen, TX 🎼 RECORD VENDORS Vinyl Spinning Magic • Hybrid Records • 4ever Memories • Mingos Records • @groovegarden.rgv • SNL Records • Shep’s Collection • @echorecords.tx • @pharroutrecords 🫟 ART VENDORS Retrosphere Vintage • Clay Valley Studios • @jaimeleslivres • Wasteland Zine • High Priestess • Face2Face 🤩 FOOD VENDORS Ramen Prosper • Food Baby • Gayeta • Moboba • Ana Liz Taqueria 🪴 COMMUNITY PARTNERS @goodhandsrgv • @quintamazatlan 🏆 Huge thanks to everyone making this the biggest Record Fest yet. Bring your friends, your appetite, your curiosity, and let’s keep South Texas spinning. Radical flyer by @shokkayo from @treehaus_creative 🙏 Thanks to our partners: @theoriginalstarliteburger • Good Hands RGV • @bigscreensrgv • @lonestarnationalbank 🕊 In loving memory of Tony from Frank’s Collections. Your spirit lives on in every crate ✨

This evening! Discover the fascinating history of tortillas with culinary historian Melissa Guerra @ Main Library's Auditorium on Tuesday, September 30 at 7:00PM, and learn about their cultural roots and lasting impact on Latin American cuisine.

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A look back at our STBF Presents: Local Author Showcase, held at Main Library on Saturday, September 20th. This special event highlighted the incredible talent in our community, giving readers the chance to meet local writers, discover new books, and celebrate the stories being created right here in the Valley. Thank you to all of the authors and attendees who made this showcase such a memorable part of STBF! This year’s featured authors were David Mendoza III, Faustino Lopez III, Frank Brewster III, Juan Ochoa, Max Tyrone, Naida Hurst, Sylvia Sánchez Garza, and Victor Vasquez.

Today on Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, it was an honor to have the Flores family with us and remember SSG Omar Demitrio Flores.

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Its hard to imagine exactly what the Rio Grande Valley used to look like. For example, we can't know specifically what the habitats at Quinta Mazatlan looked like before Spanish colonization. But we do have some idea of what things looked like in the region, based on early accounts from explorers, botanists, other records. If you want to learn more of what we do know about the RGV's ecological past, join us on Thursday, October 2nd, for an enlightening presentation by Javier de León, Park Superintendent of Estero Llano Grande State Park. Program is from 6pm - 7pm. Attendees can receive a FREE native plant, as supplies last!

We had such an incredible community event with the Palm Valley Animal Society! We were so happy to see caring and loving people adopt a new member to their family! 🐾 Congratulations! ❤️🎉 Visit our website for more information about our fundraising events: www.thebakedbearmcallen.com

We’re excited to connect with Vaqueros at the UTRGV Career Connect event Sept. 30! 🚀 Stop by our table to learn about opportunities with Reserva Coffee Roasters and discover what it’s like to be part of a locally roasted, artisan coffee team. See you there!

We’re excited to connect with Vaqueros at the UTRGV Career Connect event Sept. 30! 🚀 Stop by our table to learn about opportunities with Reserva Coffee Roasters and discover what it’s like to be part of a locally roasted, artisan coffee team. See you there!

🍁 Chamber Chatter: Welcoming Fall with Community Highlights! 🍁 As the leaves change and the air gets crisp, we're embracing the season with exciting updates, local events, and member news you won’t want to miss! 🍂

The guys starting to line up for another funeral service ceremony at Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery 🇺🇲

Join Javier de León for a journey into the ecological past of the Rio Grande Valley, delving into what we know about the historical plant and animal communities of the region. Javier is the Park Superintendent at Estero Llano Grande State Park, one of the premier birding locations in the RGV, and serves as advisor to the local Texas Master Naturalist chapters. Program attendees can receive a FREE native plant, as supplies last!

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✨ It’s time to PLAY at IMAS! ✨ Join us for IMAS Day of Play, a global celebration with AssocofChildrensMuseums and Nickelodeon. 🌎💛 🎉 Included with General Admission! 🌟 Hands-on exploration 🌟 Joyful learning 🌟 Fun for the whole family A special thank you to our partners: 💡 stcjaguars Chemical Society 💚 Acosta Family Counseling Associates 🌸 keepmcallenbeautiful 🎹 valley_keyboards 👉 Come join the fun and let’s play together at IMAS! #IMASmuseum #DayOfPlay #FamilyFun #LetsPlay #OurWorldPlays

Make a difference with us this Saturday! 🎨✨Good vibes, tasty treats, and creative fun as we support the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley. Bring your friends & join the party—see you at Grand Court, 12-3pm! $10/person. Don’t forget to sign up for La Plaza emails for a special gift! #rgvfoodbank #laplaza #paintparty

#STBF wouldn’t be the same without our longtime sponsor, mcallen_orthodontic_group. Their continued support keeps this McAllen tradition alive and thriving for families across the Valley. #McAllenOrthodonticGroup #Community

Last Days for the Chamber Challenge! Help us support the Food Bank RGV INC to fight hunger during their Hunger Action Month. 🍅💪 The McAllen Chamber is serving as a drop off location, so check out the list of items we are accepting! #chamberchallengergv #teamuptotacklehunger #HungerActionMonth

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🎊 ZAYA Mediterranean & Indian Kitchen is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybu

🎊 WINE COW is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

Thank you Scooby for organizing this flag retirement ceremony. It was beautiful to see the older generations teaching the young kids about the respect that should be given to our flag. ❤️🇺🇲

🎊 TOLOA is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

We are accepting donations for the Food Bank RGV's Chamber Challenge from now until September 25th!🎉 Help us support this great cause!

🎊 SIDEBAR bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

We are so excited to announce our North McAllen community fundraising & pet adoption event for Palm Valley Animal Society on Saturday, September 27th between 5pm - 8pm at The Baked Bear - McAllen, TX! This is a wonderful opportunity to meet loving pets that are ready to join their FUREVER family. Please help us spread the word to support this cause. 20% of net sales during this time will be donated to Palm Valley Animal Society! More information about this event is listed on the event flyer. Please share! See you here! We are located at: 7913 N 10th St Suite 110 McAllen, TX 78504

🌽 Discover the fascinating history of tortillas with culinary historian Melissa Guerra @ Main Library's Auditorium on Tuesday, September 30 at 7:00PM, and learn about their cultural roots and lasting impact on Latin American cuisine.

We are honored to receive a $25,000 check from H-E-B in support of the South Texas Book Festival. Their gift, along with the generosity of all our sponsors, helps us bring the joy of reading to thousands across the Valley. #STBF #HEBHelpingHere #Literacy

🎊 PRADOS Steaks is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

🏈🔥 College Football Saturdays at Ace’s BBQ! 🔥🏈 🍖 Come by for the best BBQ in the Valley and enjoy ice-cold drinks all day long. 📺 Texas Longhorns vs. Sam Houston State University – 7:00PM 🍺 Our McAllen location has TVs for all your favorite games plus a full bar stocked with every beer and drink you love. 👉 Come early, stay late, and make it a night to remember! 🍔🍖 Can’t make it out? Don’t miss out — order your favorite BBQ meals, burgers, BBQ botanas, and more online: 🌐 www.acesbbqtexas.com

🎉 Vaqueros Game Day! 🎉 Unofficial After Party at 76! 🏈 Vaqueros drinks, shots, and beer all night! 🍻🔥 Text your crew — the party’s at 76! Let’s keep the hype going!

🎉 Vaqueros Game Day! 🎉 Unofficial After Party at 76! 🏈 Vaqueros drinks, shots, and beer all night! 🍻🔥 Text your crew — the party’s at 76! Let’s keep the hype going!

This morning we're getting ready for a flag retirement ceremony with Boys' Scouts troop 84. ❤️🇺🇲

🎊 MOUSAI Asian Contemporary Cuisine Japanese Grill is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

Happening this morning! Enjoy author panels throughout the day during our Local Author Showcase at Main Library on Sat., Sep. 20 from 10AM-12PM! This event highlights writers from across the Rio Grande Valley and gives you a chance to meet them in person. Whether you're a longtime reader or just curious, it's a great opportunity to connect with the region’s literary community. Featured authors will be David Mendoza III, Faustino Lopez III, Frank Brewster III, Juan Ochoa, Max Tyrone, Naida Hurst, Sylvia Sánchez Garza, and Victor Vasquez.

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"My heart has always been in the valley and it has never left the valley. It has always been a honor for me to be in McAllen with people with moral courage in your part of the globe." - JIM HARRINGTON #civilrights #socialjustice #rgv #history #mcallentx Jim Harrington Book Signing & Lecture at Espana

Celebrating the Ribbon Cutting of PIXELAB Gaming Computers! 🎀✂️ We wish this young entrepreneur the best on his journey and lots of success with this new business idea in the Valley! 💡💻 Thank you for having us and welcome to the McAllen Chamber family 🎉 #mcallenchambermember #McAllenProud #mcallenchamber

🎊 MORI Japanese Grill is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

#Airforce birthday celebration 🥰❤️🇺🇲

🧀✨ Say ciao bella to the perfect pairing at Noche de Vino 2025! Introducing H-E-B’s gourmet Italian Grilled Cheese “Ultimo Formaggio”—a decadent, melty creation made for Chardonnay lovers 🍷🇮🇹 🍞 Paired to perfection with a stellar selection of Chardonnay vintages: • 2023 Jordan Chardonnay • 2023 Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay • 2023 Olema Chardonnay • 2023 Amici Chardonnay • 2024 Valley Grower Chardonnay This is your chance to indulge in the art of wine and culinary harmony—while giving back to the arts in South Texas. 🎟 Noche de Vino happens Saturday, Sept 20 at the McAllen Convention Center. 100% of proceeds benefit scholarships and free community programs via the McAllen Performing & Cultural Arts Foundation. Tickets + Info ➡️https://bit.ly/44LB9b0 #NocheDeVino2025 #HEBTrueTexasBBQ #CabernetAndBrisket #McAllenEvents #SupportTheArts

🧀✨ Say ciao bella to the perfect pairing at Noche de Vino 2025! Introducing H-E-B ’s gourmet Italian Grilled Cheese “Ultimo Formaggio”—a decadent, melty creation made for Chardonnay lovers 🍷🇮🇹 🍞 Paired to perfection with a stellar selection of Chardonnay vintages: • 2023 Jordan Chardonnay • 2023 Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay • 2023 Olema Chardonnay • 2023 Amici Chardonnay • 2024 Valley Grower Chardonnay This is your chance to indulge in the art of wine and culinary harmony—while giving back to the arts in South Texas. 🎟 Noche de Vino happens Saturday, Sept 20 at the McAllen Convention Center. 100% of proceeds benefit scholarships and free community programs via the McAllen Performing & Cultural Arts Foundation. #NocheDeVino2025 #NocheDeVino2025 #ChardonnayAndCheese #SupportTheArts #WineAndFoodPairing #ExperienceMcAllen #HEBCurated #UltimoFormaggio

🔥🍷 Get ready to savor the flavor at Noche de Vino 2025! H-E-B is bringing the heat and the heritage with their True Texas BBQ Brisket, perfectly paired with an exquisite selection of Napa Cabernet wines 🍇✨ This unforgettable tasting experience will feature: 🥩 Authentic slow-smoked brisket 🍷 Bold reds like Caymus, Jordan, Amici & more 🌟 A curated lineup of 2020–2023 Napa vintages to delight your palate 🎟️ Join us Saturday, September 20 at the McAllen Convention Center for a night of wine, elegance, and community impact. 100% of proceeds benefit local arts access and scholarships via the McAllen Performing & Cultural Arts Foundation. Tickets + Info ➡️https://bit.ly/44LB9b0 #NocheDeVino2025 #HEBTrueTexasBBQ #CabernetAndBrisket #McAllenEvents #SupportTheArts

🔥🍷 Get ready to savor the flavor at Noche de Vino 2025! H-E-B is bringing the heat and the heritage with their True Texas BBQ Brisket, perfectly paired with an exquisite selection of Napa Cabernet wines 🍇✨ This unforgettable tasting experience will feature: 🥩 Authentic slow-smoked brisket 🍷 Bold reds like Caymus, Jordan, Amici & more 🌟 A curated lineup of 2020–2023 Napa vintages to delight your palate 🎟️ Join us Saturday, September 20 at the McAllen Convention Center for a night of wine, elegance, and community impact. 100% of proceeds benefit local arts access and scholarships via the McAllen Performing & Cultural Arts Foundation. #NocheDeVino2025 #HEBTrueTexasBBQ #CabernetAndBrisket #McAllenEvents #SupportTheArts

🎊 MIKHUNA Japanese-Peruvian Cuisine is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

🎉 Vaqueros Unofficial After Party! 🎉 🔥 This Saturday – Right After the Game! 🔥 📍 @ 76 Bar Drink Specials All Night Long! 🍻 $4 UTRGV Bud Light & Vaquero Shots 🍺 $5 Vaqueros 5x5 Beer & Vaquero Drinks Bring your crew and keep the hype going after the game! Reppin’ the Vaqueros all night!

🎉 Vaqueros Unofficial After Party! 🎉 🔥 This Saturday – Right After the Game! 🔥 📍 @ 76 Bar Drink Specials All Night Long! 🍻 $4 UTRGV Bud Light & Vaquero Shots 🍺 $5 Vaqueros 5x5 Beer & Vaquero Drinks Bring your crew and keep the hype going after the game! Reppin’ the Vaqueros all night!

🎊 IL FORNO is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

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Author Naida Hurst (Nailynn) invites the public to the Local Author Showcase, presented by the South Texas Book Festival and heb. She’ll be sharing her latest book along with other Valley writers on Saturday, September 20 from 10AM–12PM @ Main Library. Come celebrate stories and community voices. #STBF #LocalAuthors #HEBHelpingHere

Get your tickets now! https://tinyurl.com/2y2d3tkh 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan September 25th @ 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871

ZEISS

Fall into savings with ZEISS! For a limited time, save $150 instantly on ZEISS Conquest HDX Binoculars. Shop now at Wild Birds Unlimited Happy birding, from the Valley's friendly backyard birding experts! 💛 🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #ZEISS #ZEISSNature #birdwatching #ZEISSConquestHDX

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🎊 Pizzeria FARINA is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

🎊 Blu BRASSERIE is bringing the flavor to Whiskey Business 2025! 🎊🥃 🍹Whiskey Tastings and craft Whiskey cocktails 🍽 Tastings from 12 of the Valley's best restaurants 🎼Music by Sax in the City 📍Quinta Mazatlan 6:00pm 🎟 McAllen Chamber of Commerce 956-682-2871 Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/whiskeybus

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Author Max Lozano will be at the Local Author Showcase, presented by the South Texas Book Festival and H-E-B. Come out on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 10AM–12PM @ Main Library to hear from Valley writers and celebrate our community’s voices. #STBF #LocalAuthors #HEBHelpingHere

Get creative for a cause! 🎨🖌️ Bring your friends to our Empty Bowls Painting Party with music, a photo booth, treats, and good vibes—all while supporting the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley. Donate $10 to join, and don’t forget to sign up for La Plaza emails for a free gift. #rgvfoodbank #laplaza #paintparty 🗓️Saturday, September 27 ⏲️12-3pm 📍Grand Court - in front of Starbucks

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Wow, what a great opportunity to help the whole family build outdoor skills at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife! Mark your calendars!

Santa Ana & Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuges celebrating Latino Conservation Week!

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Author Sylvia Sánchez Garza will be featured at the Local Author Showcase, presented by the South Texas Book Festival and heb. Join us at Main Library on Saturday, September 20 from 10AM–12PM to connect with writers from across the Valley. #STBF #HEBHelpingHere #LocalAuthors

We had four Honors Ceremonies for RGV Veterans this week. This morning is in Pharr ❤️💕🇺🇲

Happy NATIONAL PEANUT DAY, a day when it's OK to get a little "nutty" in your backyard, because BIRDS LOVE PEANUTS! 🥜🥜🥜 In the shell or out, peanuts are the best single source of protein and fat for your birds, and a great addition to the choices you offer to help attract diverse birds. Our native Green Jays are a big fan, as are titmice, woodpeckers, and many others. We carry fresh, quality peanuts for your birds, and a great selection of peanut feeders. This weekend, you'll get a FREE HOT PEPPER NO-MESS CYLINDER (a $19.99 value) to help keep critters away when you spend $75!* 🌶️🔥🐿️ https://order.wbu.com/mcallen/bird-feeders/specialty-feeders ⏰ And don't miss TODAY'S FREE TALK: "DARK SKIES OVER THE RGV: Why We Need Them and What You Can Do," 2:00–3:00 p.m.! 🎤🤩🌕🌌 https://mcallen.wbu.com/events Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 Featured Bird: White-breasted Nuthatch** Feeder: Peanut Hut In-Shell Peanut Feeder *Valid in-store or online at WBU McAllen. One discount per purchase. One discount per purchase. Offer not valid on previous purchases or sale items. While supplies last. **Featured Birds may include species from across the USA, not just those seen in Texas' Rio Grande Valley. #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening

🏈🔥 College Football Saturdays at Ace’s BBQ! 🔥🏈 Kickoff the day at 11AM with wall-to-wall college football action! 📺 Texas Longhorns vs. UTEP – 3:15PM 📺 Texas A&M Aggies vs. Notre Dame - 6:30PM 📺 Texas State vs Arizona State - 2:30PM 📺 Texas Tech vs Oregon State - 9:30pm 🍖 Come by for the best BBQ in the Valley and enjoy ice-cold drinks all day long. 🍺 Our McAllen location has TVs for all your favorite games plus a full bar stocked with every beer and drink you love. 👉 Want your team’s schedule posted? Let us know and we’ll add it! 📍 Don’t miss the food. Don’t miss the games. Don’t miss the fun – only at Ace’s BBQ McAllen!

# 12 STRONG # FUCK Killer Eyes

The first 12 to go into Afghanistan #Sept11 #killereyes

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Author David Mendoza III invites you to the Local Author Showcase, presented by South Texas Book Festival and H-E-B. Meet Valley writers, hear their stories, and celebrate our community’s voices on Saturday, September 20 from 10AM–12PM at Main Library. #STBF #LocalAuthors #HEBHelpingHere

✨ Broadway in the RGV Driven by Lexus kicks off this Sunday at 3PM with The Addams Family! 🎭 Season tickets are still available, plus you can join the Broadway Balcony Club — enjoy 3 shows of your choice for just $99, with a drink voucher included for each show. 🎁 nplexusrgv Photo Booth will be available to snap your pic in your Addams best. “🎶when you’re and Addams… you do what Addams always do🎶” 🌟 Traveling from out of town? Stay with our official hotel partner Ruby Red Hospitality at Aloft Hotel McAllen Convention, Embassy Suites McAllen Convention Center, Home2 Suites McAllen Convention Center, or Homewood Suites by Hilton McAllen. 🎟️ Don’t miss the start of an unforgettable season → https://experiencemcallen.com/broadway

Common Nighthawk

From late July through October, the Common Nighthawk heads south to enjoy a second summer in South America. Migrating in flocks numbering from several to a thousand, often in broad daylight, their long wings and white wing patches make them easy to spot and identify. 📷via Dreamstime Happy birding, from the Valley's friendly backyard birding experts! 💛 🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #ZEISS #ZEISSNature #birdwatching