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STHS highlights importance of weight management

Details: Published: Tuesday, 20 January 2026 12:40

STHS South Texas Healthy Living January 2026 Rocio Garcia web For improved physical function, joint and bone health and mental well-being, it’s essential to maintain a healthy weight.

Tickets available for She Came to the Valley

Details: Published: Tuesday, 20 January 2026 12:30

She came to the Valley Screening 24 web The Mission Historical Museum (MHM) gladly presents a special screening of the 1979 western film: She Came to the Valley. The film is based on the novel written by local author, Cleo Dawson.

Presentation discusses the Texas tortoise

Details: Published: Tuesday, 20 January 2026 12:25

MUST 20260121 Presentation Texas Toirtoise C web Quinta Mazatlán invites the community to explore the hidden world of one of South Texas’s most fascinating and threatened species during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, “Texas Tortoise Ecology in the Rio Grande Valley,” with wildlife scientist Camryn Kiel, on Thursday, January 29, from 6 to 7 p.m.

Native Plant Project kicks off spring speaker series

Details: Published: Tuesday, 20 January 2026 12:20

NPP Welcomes Dr web The Native Plant Project is pleased to welcome Bradley Christoffersen, Ph.D., as its featured guest speaker for this month’s meeting. Dr. Christoffersen is a professor at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and a leading researcher of the Tamaulipan thorn forest.

Explore the Olmecs at IMAS at annual celebration

Details: Published: Tuesday, 13 January 2026 13:00

20260114 IMAS IMAS Olmec Head web The community is invited to “Exploring the Olmecs” on Saturday, January 17, at International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) to learn about Olmec civilization and celebrate the sweet sixteenth birthday of the Olmec Head sculpture found on museum grounds, Colossal Head 8 (Cabeza Olmeca).

Festival of Tables deadline approaching

Details: Published: Tuesday, 13 January 2026 12:45

20240206 Festival of Tables CAB 0049 web The Rio Grande Valley Red Hat Queens Council presents the Festival of Tables on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. All ladies are welcome. Red Hats and purple on the shoulders are appreciated. Groups are invited to purchase seats and decorate a table. Tickets are $25 per person and must be purchased before January 28.

MHM presents quilt exhibit showcasing local quilters

Details: Published: Tuesday, 13 January 2026 12:40

20260114 MHM Quilt Show web The Mission Historical Museum invites the public to experience the tradition of quilting at an upcoming quilt exhibit featuring works by talented local quilters. The exhibit will be on view from now through February 27, offering visitors a unique opportunity to appreciate quilting as both an art form and a cultural expression.

SPI Market Days celebrates 30 years

Details: Published: Tuesday, 13 January 2026 12:30

20260114 SPI Market Days web The 30th annual SPI Market Days returns to the South Padre Island Convention Centre on January 23-25 and February 20-22, offering two exciting weekends of shopping, discovery, and community fun. The event takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday at the South Padre Island Convention Centre, located at 7355 Padre Boulevard.

Pickleball on Padre – More than just a tournament

Details: Published: Tuesday, 13 January 2026 12:25

20200213 Casa Del Valle Pickleball Ribbon Cutting DAB 0024 web For John Raschilla (JR) Pickleball on Padre is more than just a tournament, and he hopes it is for all of those that attend as well. It’s a week-long celebration of the sport and the island. The event includes free open play at the SPI Convention Center, clinics and lessons for beginners, daily social mixers, vendor booths, and giveaways. Whether you’re a competitive player or just looking to try something new, there’s something for everyone – especially Winter Texans.

Mission Chamber Health & Wellness Fair next week

Details: Published: Tuesday, 06 January 2026 13:00

Mission health fair web The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) will host its Annual Community Health and Wellness Fair, scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, January 13 and 14, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Mission Event Center, 200 N. Shary Rd., Mission.

Ron Hoover hosting annual open house

Details: Published: Tuesday, 06 January 2026 12:55

20230120 Ron Hoover HMoering DSC 0541 web Ron Hoover will host their 19th Annual Open House next week, Thursday, January 15 and Friday, January 16. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on both days. The annual open house is a very popular event in the Rio Grande Valley, drawing in thousands of people each year.

RGV Woodcarvers Show set for Jan. 24-25

Details: Published: Tuesday, 06 January 2026 12:50

20220114 Woodcarvers Show HMiller 15 web Every January for the past 40 years the Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers has sponsored the premier woodcarving show in South Texas. The Show was held in several locations over the years. From the old McAllen Civic Center to the Pharr Civic Center, then to the Nomad Shrine Club. Last year it was held at the Brookhaven Event Center.

Food Bank RGV seeks sponsors and silent auction donations

Details: Published: Tuesday, 06 January 2026 12:35

The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley will host its annual Farm Dinner on Friday, January 23, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Food Bank RGV, located at 724 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr.

Sea Turtle Inc. Foundation presents the fundraising gala

Details: Published: Tuesday, 06 January 2026 12:30

20181112 SPI Sea Turtle Inc GU 9146 web Sea Turtle Inc. is thrilled to announce the 2026 Enchantment Under the Sea Gala, presented by the Sea Turtle Inc. Foundation. Join them on January 31, at the Hilton Garden Inn for a night of elegance, beauty, and fun in support of sea turtle conservation. After the resounding success of the event’s inaugural year, we’re back again, intent on making the 2026 gala even better!

Explore South Texas Flora with Mike Heep

Details: Published: Tuesday, 06 January 2026 12:20

20251231 Quinta Mazatlan THursday NIght Live M web Quinta Mazatlán invites the community to discover the rich botanical history of the Rio Grande Valley during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, “Robert Runyon Plants,” with longtime native plant grower Mike Heep, on Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.