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7/22-26 - Leadership in Nature Program - Edinburg
Are you or someone you know interested in nature? Are you interested in learning more about college and career options in the natural resource field? Then Leadership in Nature is the trip for you! LIN is a five day intensive program designed to introduce high school youth, ages 14-18, to career opportunities in the environmental arena. This educational, yet incredibly fun, trip will introduce youth to the environmental world, while also establishing useful contacts with professionals in the field!
7/19 - Gladys Porter Zoo's Family Starlight Sleepover - Brownsville
Challenge your senses to observe nocturnal animals! Tour the Zoo at night! It's a sleepover in a nice
air-conditioned building. Enjoy games, a pizza party, an early morning outdoor breakfast and more!
For: adults and children over 7 years of age.
Times:
6:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. the following morning.
Cost:
$25 per person. This includes a pizza dinner party,
zoo tour, games, breakfast, drinks & fun night-time activities!!
What to bring:
Weather-appropriate clothing; sturdy walking shoes, small flashlight,
insect repellant, toiletries, sleeping bag or blankets and a pillow.
Information and Reservations:
Education Department (956) 548-WILD (9453) ext. 319
Zoo Main Office (956) 546-7187
www.gpz.org; email: educ@gpz.org
7/18-21 - Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus - Hidalgo
- from www.statefarmarena.com
Date: July 18 – July 21, 2013
Doors Open: 1 hour prior to show time
Tickets: $45, $35, $23, $15
TICKETS ON SALE NOW: BUY TICKETS HERE!
Schedule:
| Thursday | July 18 | 7:30 pm |
| Friday | July 19 | 7:30pm |
| Saturday | July 20 | 3:30pm |
| Saturday | July 20 | 7:30pm |
| Sunday | July 21 | 1:30pm |
| Sunday | July21 | 5:30pm |
GROUP OF 12+ RECEIVE SPECIAL DISCOUNT RATE - call (956) 843-5523 or (956) 843-5522
Arrive an hour early to meet our performers, try on costumes and see our amazing animals up close at our All Access Pre-show Party – FREE with your ticket!
Ages Two and Older Must Have Ticket.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW: BUY TICKETS HERE!
7/6 - Texas Cook 'em High Steaks Cookoff - Edinburg
Join the
Edinburg Chamber of Commerce as they celebrate Texas Cook’em: High Steaks in Edinburg
on July 4th weekend at the Edinburg Municipal Park on 714 Raul Longoria.
Texas Cook’em is the valley’s biggest and only IBCA sanctioned Steak cook off featuring T-Bone steak, chicken, ribs and brisket. Competitors pay only $200 for all four categories with over $17,000 in prize money to be awarded to the top winners.
Join Texas Cook’em each year for fireworks and live music, family fun zone, barbeque and more! Stay tuned for upcoming news regarding the Valley’s largest Steak Cook Off!
From their Facebook page:
On top of the best cooks coming from all over the state the Edinburg Chamber just finalized a pretty AWESOME TEXAS size lineup.... Jack Ingram!!! With Special guest Rick Trevino!!
Also the RGV's very own Tex-Mex KADILLAKS and Roy Solis! Mark your calendars... Saturday July 6th.
Live Music, Food, Fireworks, Rattlesnake Show, BBQ and the Texas Watermelon Association "Sweet Spot". For more information please call us at 956-383-4974 or visit our website www.edinburg.com
7/6 - ResacaFest - San Benito
Sponsored by the City of San Benito’s Special Events Board from 2
‐10 p.m.
Full day of live music, refreshments and performances on the Resaca, capped by a fireworks display over the resaca at nightfall.
Family fun events, bicycle tour and race, car show, mini market, food booths, beer garden and more.
Please call Chairman Danny Cortez for more information at 956-241-2701.
7/4 - City of McAllen Independence Day Celebration - McAllen
The City of McAllen & its Parks and Recreation Department are planning a day filled with activities to honor America’s independence with the 85th Annual Independence Day Celebration, on July 4, 2013. The events kick off at 8:00 am with a concert by the McAllen Symphonic Band, at Main and Business 83, to honor current and past members of the nation’s armed services.
The popular Main Street Parade will follow promptly at 9 am on Main Street, between Houston Avenue and Archer Park. The crowd pleasing parade will feature marching bands, colorful floats and entries from local civic and non-profit groups.
After the parade, people of all ages are invited to try their luck at prizes in a Watermelon Seed Spit and Hot Dog Eating Contest, at Archer Park (Main & Business 83, in downtown McAllen). The events are part of Freedom Fest, from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm, which will also include youth games, crafts, rock wall climbing, food booths, music and family fun.
From 1:00 pm to 6:00 p.m., Municipal Pool will be the best place to cool off from the summer heat at a Splash Bash, featuring an array of contests, games, activities and music.
The traditional “Concert in the Sky” fireworks extravaganza lights up the night sky at Municipal Park (Bicentennial Boulevard & Tamarack), at 9 pm. While watching the fireworks, listen to a variety of patriotic music on R Communications radio stations, KJAV 104.9 (Jack FM) and News/Talk 710am KURV.
Schedule of Events:
8:00 am McAllen Symphonic Band performs (Main St. & Business 83)
9:00 am Main Street Parade (Between Houston Avenue & Archer Park)
10:30am -2 pm Freedom Fest at Archer Park (Main & Business 83)
1:00 pm- 6 pm Splash Bash at Municipal Park (Bicentennial & Tamarack)
9:00 pm Concert in the Sky (Bicentennial & Tamarack)
7/4 - Fourth of July Parade and Fajita Cook-off - Harlingen
The RGV Jaycees will be hosting Harlingen’s 4th of July Parade and Fajita Cook-off on Jackson Street, Downtown Harlingen, Texas, Thursday, July 4, 2013 at 10 am.
The parade will begin on 4th Street and Jackson and will run through “A” Street and Jackson.
Registration Check-in for Participants and Vendors will be held on 6th Street and Jackson.
Participants will register online at rgvjaycees.com. Fees for parade participants are $25.00 and Vendors are $50.00.
Participants will be judged by most spirited and the winner of the parade and fajita cook-off will be announced at the Main Stage on “A” Street and Jackson at 12:00 noon.
The community is invited to attend and young professionals interested in individual leadership, community service, and networking are invited to volunteer. Volunteers are encouraged to contact us at (956) 639-1777 for more information. For more information: 956.639-1777 Diana_Jean@hotmail.com www.rgvjaycees.com |
7/4 - Moms Across America March - McAllen, SPI
Take advantage of this great, national opportunity to make people aware of GMOs. We are marching to help raise awareness of GMO's!
Make your own sign - connect GMOs to the event if you want, dress up, bring kids (let me know if you have a truck to help drive participants back to their vehicles) including decorated baby carriers/strollers
...
Please RSVP so we can get a head count for water donations! Moms, Grandma's, Aunts (dad too) and kids are invited to march with us! We will assemble at City Hall Parking Lot and once the parade is over we hope to be able to pass out flyers and educate the public during the festivities.
Also RSVP to our Facebook event, HERE, if you want to help make signs and offer donations!
Make your own sign - connect GMOs to the event if you want, dress up, bring kids (let me know if you have a truck to help drive participants back to their vehicles) including decorated baby carriers/strollers
...
Please RSVP so we can get a head count for water donations! Moms, Grandma's, Aunts (dad too) and kids are invited to march with us! We will assemble at City Hall Parking Lot and once the parade is over we hope to be able to pass out flyers and educate the public during the festivities.
Also RSVP to our Facebook event, HERE, if you want to help make signs and offer donations!
WHEN
July 04, 2013 at 12pm - 1:30pm
July 04, 2013 at 12pm - 1:30pm
WHERE
City Hall to Archer Park
1300 W Houston Ave McAllen TX
McAllen, TX 78537
City Hall to Archer Park
1300 W Houston Ave McAllen TX
McAllen, TX 78537
CONTACT
Cinella Reyes · vetsmom_rgv@yahoo.com · 361-694-3996
Cinella Reyes · vetsmom_rgv@yahoo.com · 361-694-3996
https://www.facebook.com/events/553234734714929/
7/3 - 4th of July Fun Run - Edinburg
Information and registration forms are available at the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Center.
Call 381-5631 for more information.
5/28-8/4 - $.50 cones at Burger King
Stop by your local Burger King to get an ice cream cone or cup for only $0.50 each. 6/10-7/25 - Summer Camp 2013 - Museums of Port Isabel
Summer Camp 2013
Join the Museum of Port Isabel and let’s have FUN during SUMMER CAMP 2013. The Museums of Port Isabel goals are to help preserve and use our local and natural history through presentations and programs to educate and entertain.
Activities:
Campers will participate in a variety of adventurous activities including real acting parts in a pirate play, discover the big world of insects, learn all about the birds that live in our backyards, become a chef and prepare treats, discover the world of fish, take field trips and have fun with arts and crafts.
Sessions:
Session 1: June 10 – June 27 from 9 a.m. – 12 noon (Monday through Thursday)
Session 2: July 1 – 25 from 9 a.m. – 12 noon (Monday through Thursday).
This program is open for campers from 3rd – 5th grade and limited to first 10.
Cost: $125 for each camper per month or $150 for both sessions and includes: T-Shirt, Art & Crafts, Videos, Walking Tours, Field Trips and Games.
* Late pick up fee if campers are picked up after 12 noon, for each hour.
For more information on SUMMER CAMP 2013 or to help as a volunteer or sponsors, please contact Jeannie Marie A. Flores at (956) 943-7602 or visit www.portisabelmuseums.com or you may also send an email to jrivera@copitx.com.
6/11-8/3 - Peter Piper Pizza Kids Days
6/3-7/26 - Susy's Art & Dance Summer Camp - McAllen
Dates:
June 3-25
July 1-26
M-F 9 am - 3 pm
The Art Village
800 Main Building B
McAllen, TX
956-330-4242
www.susysdance.com
June 3-25July 1-26
M-F 9 am - 3 pm
The Art Village
800 Main Building B
McAllen, TX
956-330-4242
www.susysdance.com
6/18-7/19 - Young Artist Summer Camp - Weslaco
| The Weslaco Museum will hold a summer camp for young artists ages 10-17 throughout the months of June and July. Registrations for the camp are open and recommended due to limited space. Classes are set to start on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 and will last five weeks, until July 19. The young artist summer camp will consist of art classes taught by a professional artist who is experienced in the art field. Young artists will explore a variety of different mediums such as acrylic paint, pencil, and charcoal as well as learn new techniques they can implement in their artwork. There are many reasons why the arts are an important factor in the development of children’s full potential. The arts are one of the main ways that humans define who they are, and often are used as a form of self-expression. Classes include one-on-one time with the art instructor, all materials needed for weekly lessons, access to lectures and presentations during class time to supplement the art lessons, and snacks. Children may be registered at the Weslaco Museum; each week costs $50.00 per child, or $210.00 for the entire five weeks. Classes will be held Tuesday through Friday from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. For more information, or to register for the young artist summer camp, please call 968-9142 or email the programs coordinator at programs@weslacomuseum.org. The Weslaco Museum is open at 500 S. Texas Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $4 for adults, $3 for senior citizens and college students, $2 for children 5-17 and free to children under 5. Admission is free on first Saturdays of the month, and for special programs. Weslaco Museum Website | |||
6/4 - 7/9 - Environmental Stewardship Certification Program - McAllen
Young Adult Environmental Stewardship Certification
| Ages | High School- and College-age |
|---|---|
| Dates: | Tuesdays in June and July, 2013 |
| Time: | 10:00am-1:00pm |
| Fee: | $40.00 per participant* |
| Registration: | Advance registration required. Call Quinta Mazatlan at (956) 681-3370 to register. |
Starting in the summer of 2013, Quinta Mazatlan will be offering an “Environmental Stewardship Certification” program for High School and College age students. Youth from across the Valley are invited to participate in a six-week course, Tuesdays from 10-1. By the end of the program, they will receive a certificate for 40 hours of community volunteer service, as well as a Certificate of Environmental Stewardship that can boost resumes when applying for jobs, colleges, or scholarships. Volunteer stewardship activities related to each topic follow the workshop training sessions.
Young adult participants will earn a certificate of environmental stewardship that will:
- Certify your knowledge and understanding of Rio Grande Valley Ecology
- Secure 50 hours of volunteer service
- Provide YOU with direct hands-on practice with ways to contribute positively to the health of our environment
- Earn “ambassador” status within participating nature parks and fill your resume for future employment
Week one will cover the “Ecological History of the LRGV”, with emphasis broad-scale ecological changes that have happened over time in the Valley, as well as a closer focus on current issues with invasive species. In week two, participants will learn their native trees and shrubs, and basic plant propagation techniques. Week three will cover soil ecology and the critical role invertebrates play in the ecosystem. A variety of insect-collecting methods will be demonstrated. Week four will cover issues and identification of vertebrates. Week five will focus on water resources and issues in the LRGV. And finally, week six is about PEOPLE—who’s who in the Valley nature community, issues related to urbanization, and the growing “nature deficit disorder” trend.
To register call 956-681-3370 or visit quintamazatlan.com.
* When looking at their website and reading their latest article in the Monitor, there was a price discrepancy. The Monitor listed program price as $50 whereas the website has $40 listed.
- http://www.quintamazatlan.com/youth/service/steward.aspx
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6/2-7/26 - McAllen Library Summer Reading Program
The Children's Department of the Main Library invites parents and kids (birth to entering 5th grade) to the 2013 Summer Reading Program Kick Off on June 2nd from 1:00 - 5:00 pm! Parents will be able to register their kids on site at designated library computers and receive information about how to participate in the Summer Reading
View their summer calendars to register your children for their many events!
Call the Children's Service Desk at 956-681-3010 for more information.
6/10-7/26 - Gladys Porter Zoo Week-long Camps and Starlight Sleepovers - Brownsville
Camps are four days long and start on Monday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All camps include a Starlight Safari sleepover on Friday. The sleepover part of the camp takes place overnight on Friday (the 5th day) at 6:30 p.m. and ends at 8 a.m. on Saturday (the 6th day).
Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided daily, courtesy of Brownsville I.S.D. and the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Nutrition Program.
Students have to be at least age 7 to participate in the Starlight Safari Sleepover.
Family members are encouraged to register for the sleepover along with the student. Please call the
Education Department (548-9453) for discounted rates for additional guests.
Click the picture below to visit the actual (clearer) pdf:
6/10-8/15 - Gladys Porter Zoo's Summer Safari 2013 - Brownsville
What is your child doing this summer? Why not spend the summer learning at the Zoo?
Summer Safari is just the place for your little one. Each day includes fun-filled activities
such as puppet shows, games, stories, crafts, sing-a-longs and tours. Each child will receive
a certificate of completion, rewards and mementos for participating. Summer Safari classes
have been especially designed to stimulate learning and encourage conservation. Let your
kids have fun while enhancing their skills.
Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided each class day. Parents with children having
special dietary needs must contact the Education Department to set up a plan. The minimum
age level for the week-long camps is 7 years old and 4 years old for the two-day, 3-hour classes.
The minimum age level for a Starlight Sleepover is 7 years old.
Cost for each 2-Day Class is $35 for members and $40 for non-members.
Click below to link to their (much clearer) pdf schedule on their website:
6/3-7/29 - Creative Drama Day Camps - Pharr
The Pharr Community Theater announces a summer series of 2-week summer Creative Drama Day Camps for kids ages 5-12.
Each 2-week camp will meet for 1 1/2 hour sessions on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings.
Registration fee is $35 per camp and covers the cost of supplies.
Session 1: June 3
Session 2: June 17
Session 3: July 1
Session 4: July 15
Please call Elva at 956-648-2488 to register and for more information.
Each 2-week camp will meet for 1 1/2 hour sessions on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings.
Registration fee is $35 per camp and covers the cost of supplies.
Session 1: June 3
Session 2: June 17
Session 3: July 1
Session 4: July 15
Please call Elva at 956-648-2488 to register and for more information.
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