As it is with every season, it eventually must come to an end – and we hate to see it end, but we know we have next season to look forward to. We always enjoy your time with us, and our time with you, and we will surely miss you while you are gone.
By Herb Moering
For the 50th year Tourist Day was started on Saturday, March 21 with delegations from the U.S. side and from the Mexican side meeting at the center of the Progreso International Bridge to exchange greetings and some gifts.
With diabetes cases surging nationwide, awareness can’t wait.
Currently, 40 million Americans, about 12% of the population, are living with diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while 115 million more have prediabetes, an elevated blood sugar condition that often progresses to type 2 diabetes without timely intervention.
Peak season at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is winding down, but there are still a lot of things happening at the park. This month, the park is featuring some of their usual programs as well as a couple of special events.
The Mission Lions Club proudly invites the community to join them in celebrating 100 years of service to the Mission community and the Rio Grande Valley. This special milestone will be marked with a Community Day celebration on Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Lions Park (1500 E. Kika de la Garza Loop) in Mission.
Read more: Mission Lions Club celebrates 100 years of service
Quinta Mazatlán invites the community to take flight into the fascinating world of bats during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, “Bats in Palms,” with Environmental Education Specialist Josue Ayala on Thursday, April 2, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Goliad, TX - The Texas Historical Commission’s Presidio La Bahía State Historic Site will once again bring the Texas Revolution to life during the 40th Annual Goliad Massacre and Living History Program on March 28 and 29, when reenactors and living history interpreters recreate the dramatic moments of March 1836.
Read more: Witness the sights and sounds of the Texas Revolution at Presidio La Bahía
Once again Trophy Gardens RV Resort residents presented a great turnout of entries for Alamo’s Texas Independence Day Parade celebration on March 7.
Read more: Alamo area Winter Texans have fun in Alamo parade
Winter Texans, and converted Texans, packed the Leo Pena Placita Park on Friday, March 6 for Mission’s annual Winter Texan Fiesta. The event drew quite a crowd this year, leaving barely any space for sitting in the Placita. Many gathered around the walls to watch the entertainment. I am sure it was partly due to the great weather – although it was a bit windy, and a little warm.
Join Calvary Baptist Church to celebrate the risen Jesus Christ. Calvary Baptist Church, 1600 Harvey St. in McAllen, will present the Easter musical “Love Took His Breath Away” featuring full choir with piano and orchestra under the direction of Dr. Bill O’Neil. The concerts will be on Friday, March 27, at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, March 28, at 3:30 p.m.
Read more: Calvary Baptist Church presents their Easter Cantata
South Texas Border Chapter Texas Master Naturalist members are back with special presentations during the Annual Rio Grande Valley Home and Garden Show being held March 20 to 22 at the McAllen Convention Center.
Read more: Local Master Naturalists to lead talks at RGV Home & Garden Show
By Herb Moering
By combined scores of 35 to 23 in runs, the American Division A and B teams were able to retain the international trophy from renamed Rio Grande Valley Senior Texan Softball League championship game over a pair of Canadian teams.
Read more: Americans keep the trophy for second year in a row
Bird lovers and quilters alike should make plans to explore the wonders of a new exhibit opening at the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) this spring. “Aviary” will be opening on March 21 and on exhibit through June 21, at the museum, located at 1900 West Nolana Avenue in McAllen. This exhibition was created by Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc.
The weather has been wonderful, says Thomas Riddle, park interpreter/volunteer coordinator at Bentsen-RGV State Park. “Our amazing ‘usual’ birds are out in full force.”
Read more: Bentsen-RGV State Park restarts spring Hawk Watch
Don’t miss your chance. Register now for the first wave of Spring ACE classes, including the popular watercolor and folklorico session. Secure your place before they’re gone.
The classes available include Senior Beginner Folklorico, Veracruz Region, on Tuesdays, from March 17 to May 19, from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Adult Beginner Folkorico, Nayarit Region, classes will be held on Tuesdays as well, same time frame, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. There are also folklorico classes for children.
