Valley Events ~ 040910

BAYVIEW
April 10: Adoptathon at Smith Ranch Kennels located on Farm Road 510 2 miles west of Bayview between San Benito and South Padre Island. Come make a friend for life! 11am-2pm.

BROWNSVILLE
April 23: Historic Brownsville Open LPGA Tour, 8am, Rancho Viejo Country Club.
April 24:  Party for the Planet at Gladys Porter Zoo, celebrate Earth Day at the zoo, activities, contests, displays. Free with regular zoo admission. 10am-3pm
April 24: 12th Annual Symphony in the Park and All That Jazz, 6pm, Student Union Lawn at UTB. Symphony on the Silver Screen will pay tribute to many great film scores. $10 general admission provides guest with one lawn chair. Family lawn seating $5 children 4-12, $7 13 years and older. Families encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnics. $2 discount for seniors.
Feb. – Mid-March: Winter Texan Walking Tours through Gladys Porter Zoo with trained docent 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Free with regular admission. 956-546-7187
Fri: Valley Comedy Tour at Galaxy Bowl, 3451 Pablo Kisel Blvd. 7-10 p.m.  956-299-1000 or realnicerecords.com.
Fri: “Celebrate Recovery” is a 12 step Christ center Recovery program, 6-9 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Fellowship, 2414 Central Blvd.   956-544-4248, michaeldean@bcflife.org or bcflife.org.
Sat: Brownsville Farmers Market 8 a.m.-noon at Linear Park across from the Federal Courthouse.
First Sat: Coffee & Culture Series from 10 a.m.-noon at the Old City Cemetery Center, free. 956-546-4242
Second Sat: Brite’s Bike Club Resaca de la Palma State Park, 1000 New Carmen Rd. & offers guided bicycle rides for adults & kids. Bring your own bike or rent one. $4 adults, kids 12 & under FREE.  cmofbrownsville.com, 956-548-9300 or 956-350-2920
Second Sat: Armoire Theater  presents gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender themed films free of charge at 124 Paredes Line Rd. Donations accepted, refreshments served. 4pm, 956-546-9667
First Sun: The Brownsville Heritage Complex, 1325 E. Washington St. invites the public to Sunday Music & Merienda Series, a musical lecture program, at 2 p.m. Free for BHA members, $2 for non-members.  956-541-5560
Wed: Real Freedom, overcoming addictions, alcohol, drugs, depression & fears. 7-8:30 p.m. at International Christian Center, 2855 Paredes Line Rd.  zeke@smtransporttx.com or 956-541-3500

EDINBURG
April 10: Free concert performed by artist flown in from India with instruments that will stretch your imagination. Open to the public. 7pm, Student Union Theater building on UTPA campus.
April 15: Valley Symphony Orchestra Season Finale Concert, UTPA Fine Arts Auditorium, 8pm, not recommended for children under 8.
April 17: Rummage Sale to benefit Haitian Relief, RGV Food Bank and Boys & Girls Club. 9am-1pm, Wells Fargo parking lot, 2808 W. Trenton Road. To donate gently used items call 956-383-2582
April 17: Karie Ride Charity Cycling Event, 7am, 21, 31 & 65 mile cycling options, register before April 10, $25, register after April 10 or at event $30, free t-shirt and food after ride. Ride starts at First National Bank Corporate Office, 505 S. McColl Rd.
April 21-25: Much Ado About Nothing, a classic Shakespeare comedy about the battle of the sexes. 8pm 21-24, 2pm on the 25th at the University Theater at UTPA. $12 reserved seating, $8 general admission, $3 students. 956-381-3581
Every Sat through April: Yoga in the Park, 8:30-9:30am, Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center, 714 S Raul Longoria Rd. registration required, space limited, $36 for all 9 classes or $5 per class. 956-381-9922
Third Friday: Friday Night with a Naturalist, free at the Edinburg World Birding Center; 714 S Raul Longoria, 6-7 p.m. Reservation Required.  956-381-9922 or education@edinburgwbc.com  
Last Sat: Edinburg World Birding Center 714 S Raul Longoria will open its doors for FREE. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., numerous activities for all ages.  956-381-9922 or education@edinburgwbc.com  

HARLINGEN
April 13, 20, 27 and May 4: Salsa lessons for beginners, 4 class series, 7-8pm, Harlingen Community Center. Wear comfortable clothes, ladies wear heels if possible, no sandals. No partners needed but groups welcome. 956-216-5950. Register at 502. E Tyler.
April 15-18: Harlingen Centennial Celebration, free outdoor concerts, events, food vendors, kids activities, fireworks. Various locations, www.myharlingen.us for more info.
April 17: Diamonds in the Sky Family Kite Workshop, 10:30am-12:30pm, Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood Street, free.
April 24: Diamonds in the Sky Family Kite Workshop, 10am-1pm, Sports Complex Park, 3139 Wilson Rd, behind adult softball ballpark fields. Free
May 8: Blues on the Hill, 6pm, McKelvey Park, 1325 S. 77 Sunshine Strip. Featuring Tutu Jones. Free, lawn chairs recommended, food/beverages on site, no outside concessions allowed, no ice chests.
May 13-16: Ira Levin’s psychological thriller “Veronica’s Room”, 7:30 pm May 13-15, 2:30pm on the 16th. Tickets available at door or call 956-412-PLAY. $15 adults, $12 seniors, $10 students, under 18 $5. This play contains adult language and content.
Sat: Old car get together 6-10 p.m. at the Dairy Queen on Loop 499 heading toward Valley International Airport across from the Cadillac dealership
Sat: Harlingen-San Benito Area Ham Radio Operators meet 8 a.m. at Tila's Restaurant 906 Dixiland Rd. Meetings open to all.  956-797-5232
First Sat: Jackson Street Market Days 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Jackson St. between 4th & Commerce. Shop for treasures at an old fashioned, open air, street market with live music & more.  June Ramirez 956-423-4041
Second Sat: Byliners meetings at 1:30 p.m. at the Harlingen Public Library, 410 76 Drive.  rgvbyliners.org, 956-399-8505 or 956-494-6999
Every other Sun: Paintball players looking for a Paintball Game in Harlingen? We play every other Sunday through Feb.  Chris, Luis 956-750-7468 or rgvpb.com
Second Tues: South Texas UAW meetings, 10:30 a.m. at Skateland Bingo.  210-428-5555
Wed through May: Join expert birding guide, Phil Nelson, as he leads weekly birding walks free through the Harlingen Arroyo Colorado Birding Center at Hugh Ramsey Nature Park 1001 S. Loop 499. Be sure to bring your binoculars & water, 7:15-10 a.m.  jlyssy@myharlingen.us or 956-427-8871
Third Wed: The American Diabetes Association Leadership Council meets at Magnolia Grille in the East Wing at Valley Baptist Medical Center on Treasure Hills Blvd at 11:30 a.m. 956-631-1118 ext. 6179
Thurs: Valley Comedy Tour at Club Medusa, 2230 S. 77, 7-10 p.m.  956-299-1000 or realnicerecords.com
Weekly: Art Classes Thur. & Fri. 5-7 p.m. & Sat. 9-11 a.m. Learn simple & easy techniques using acrylics at Cossey Creations, 113 E. Jackson St.  956-423-4933

HIDALGO
April 17: Bret Michaels & Warrant live in concert, 6pm, tickets $20 to $85, www.ticketmaster.com or 1-800-745-3000.

LAGUNA VISTA
May 1: Boys & Girls Club “Champions for Children” Golf Tournament, 8:30am, SPI Golf Course. 956-943-6310

MCALLEN
April 9-11: Rio Grande Valley Home & Garden Show, McAllen Convention Center, 3-8pm Friday, 10am-6pm Saturday, 11am-6pm Sunday. $7 admission, children 15 and under free. Free parking.
April 10: A Night at the Brew-seum, 6-10pm, at IMAS, 1900 Nolana. 956-682-0123. International beer and art festival. Tickets on sale now, $50 for general public, $25 for designated drivers.
April 12: Guest Night at the Magic Valley Chorus, come learn more about women’s four part harmony barbershop style with the members of the Sweet Adelines International, women ages 16 and older who can match notes and love to sing welcome. 7pm, Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1105 W. Fern Ave. 956-519-3201
April 17: 3rd Annual Vida Verde Earth Day Festival at Quinta Mazatlan, 9am-4pm, free, 600 Sunset Drive. 956-688-3370
April 17: 4th Annual Autism Awareness 5K Run & 2 mile Fun Walk, Sharyland High School Stadium, 1106 N. Shary Rd, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
April 23: Music After Hours presented by McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 7pm, McAllen Convention Center
April 24: DEADMAU5, one of the hottest DJs in the world, McAllen Convention Center, 8pm, $25 general admission. 1-877-993-8499
Fri through April: Stroll through History Tour 10-11 a.m. at Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Dr. $2 adults, $1 seniors.  956-681-3370 or quintamazatlan.com
Sat through April: Woodland Walkabout Tour 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr. $2 adults & $1 for seniors.  956-681-3370 or visit quintamazatlan.com
First Sat: Old Car Gathering at Colonial Village Shopping Center 7 p.m.
Second Sat: Car Cruise In / Ice Cream Social at Texas Tops, 6 p.m., Dairy Queen, Old Hwy 83 & McColl.
Third Sat: Children will enjoy a hands-on program involving a nature & guided trail walk through the woods at Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr. from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $1 children & seniors; $2 adults.  956-681-3370
First Sunday: FREE General Admission at IMAS, 1900 Nolana 1-5 p.m.  956-682-0123
Mon: Magic Valley Chorus of Sweet Adelines, International meets from 7-10 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church at 12th & Fern singing 4-part acapella music, barbershop style. , Ann 956-461-3935, Gloria 956-781-9170, magicvalleychorus.org or mvcsingsforyou@aol.com
Second Mon: Hidalgo County Coin Club meets at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in the music room, 7:30p.m. Annual membership dues $2. 956-566-3112
Tues & Thurs: Radio & Television Broadcast Classes 7pm at the McAllen Creative Incubator. Free classes give youths ages 10-17 hands on experience & knowledge working with an on the air radio station.  Joe Martinez 956-789-0702
Second Tues: The McAllen Chamber of Commerce’s, 1200 Ash Ave. Green Living Committee holds its speaker series about forms of saving money & living better by living more sustainably. Starts at 5:30 p.m. Free.  956-682-2871 ext 3013 or nmillar@mcallencvb.com
Wed: Valley Comedy Tour at Cine El Rey, 311 S. 17th street 7-10 p.m.  956-299-1000 or realnicerecords.com
Ongoing: Art classes & more from acting to drawing, Monday thru Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.  Art Awakenings Cultural Gallery/Instructional Center, 719 Dove Ave., North Broadway Plaza Shopping Center.  956-668-1366
Ongoing: Through April 2 IMAS is inviting artists to submit their work for the 2nd Annual “A Night at the Brew-seum” to be held April 10. For submission requirements call 956-682-1564.
Ongoing: St. John’s Episcopal Church is accepting members for their 2010 medical mission trips, food pantry and other volunteer opportunities. 956-687-6191.
Through May 9: Tickets on sale for Air Supply live in concert May 9, 8pm at McAllen Convention Center. Tickets at Joyce’s Boutique, 120 S. Broadway Street, downtown McAllen. 956-358-2755.

MISSION
April 15: Project Insights monthly Third Thursday Potluck Dinner at El Rocio Retreat, 2519 S. Inspiration Road. 6:30pm. Bring your favorite dish and learn to get back in touch with yourself through creative movement and journaling.
April 17: Autism Awareness 5k Run & 2 Mile Fun Walk, Sharyland Stadium, 7:30am-noon.
Third Sat: Chick-Fil-A Show n’ Shine 6- 9 p.m. Expressway 83 and Shary Rd in front of Target. David at david9970@aol.com
Fourth Sat: Quiznos Cruise Night 6-9 p.m., located at corner of Shary Rd. & FM 495.

OLMITO
Thurs: Free salsa and meringue classes, 8:30-9:30p.m. at City Kart, 7000 N Expwy 77.

PHARR
April 9-11: The Pharr Literacy Project and Cultural Arts Center presents the play Bless Me Ultima at the Historic Texas Theatre, 115 E. Park Street. March 26: 7:30pm, March 28: 2:30pm, April 9 & 10: 7:30pm, April 11: 2:30pm. $6 on sale now by calling 956-783-7746.
Thurs: Rio Grande Woodcarvers Association at the Shriner’s Building 8 a.m.-noon.  956-783-4115
Ongoing: Holistic Movement exercises at Rio Grande Valley Aikikai, 5820 N. Cage Blvd., Unit 44. First class is free.  956-781-9616

PORT ISABEL
April 23: Block Party, 4-6pm, Lighthouse District, refreshments, live entertainment, free, open to public.
May 1: Boys & Girls Club “Champions for Children” Golf Tournament, 8:30am, SPI Golf Course. 956-943-6310
First Sun: Port Isabel Antique Flea Market, Beulah Park & Community Center, 203 W. Queen Isabella Blvd, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.  Gloria Bates 956-943-1006 or 956-455-6798
Fourth Sunday: SPI/PI Shell Club meets at St. Andrew's by the Sea Episcopal Church. N. Shore & Yturria at 2 p.m. 956-943-3202 or mhmhlh@att.net
Second Mon: Laguna Madre Art League, St. Andrews by the Sea Episcopal Church, corner of North Shore & Yturria St, 7 p.m. Open to all artists & art lovers
Wed: Point Isabel Masonic Lodge #33 meets at 9 a.m., 409 South Shore Dr. for fellowship & education.  All Masons & non-Masons are invited to attend.  
Last Thurs: Museums of Port Isabel, 217 E. Railroad Ave. host "Telling Our Stories" FREE, 7-9 p.m. 956-943-7602 or director@portisabelmuseums.com
Fridays: Bereavement Support Group, 7p.m., Baptist Church at 122 E. Washington. For those suffering the loss of a loved one. Immediate support at 808-557-7052

RAYMONDVILLE
First Wed:  The Willacy County Young Farmers meet 7 p.m., scootermc@hotmail.com

SAN BENITO
April 10: The Writers’ Forum of the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center will showcase original writings at their first ever public event at 6:30 p.m., 225 E. Stenger. Evening starts with a social gathering, refreshments and snacks. $. 956-465-7876.
Fri: San Benito Public Library, 101 W. Rose St. hosts story time at 10 a.m. for Head Start students. 956-361-3860.
Sat: The Harlingen-San Benito area Ham Radio Operators meet 8 a.m. at Tila's Restaurant, 906 Dixieland Rd. in Harlingen. Meetings open to all.  956-797-5232
Third Sat: Market Day & Farmer’s Market 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Plaza de San Benito, 210 E. Heywood. Enjoy music, arts & crafts, farmers produce, at this open-air bazaar.  956-399-5321 or sanbenitochamber.com
Every Tues: Spiritual Healing Support Group meets every Tues of the month at 6:30 p.m., 690 Garrison.  956-361-1484
First Tues: Narciso Martinez Writers Forum 7 p.m. at the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center, 225 E. Stenger. Free.  956-350-3905 or cityofsanbenito.com
Third Tues: Interested in learning more about local history? Come meet the San Benito Historical Society, 210 E. Heywood at the Community Building.  956-399-9991 or 956-361-6032
Last Tues: San Benito High School Conjunto Band Concerts at the Amphitheater  6:30-8 p.m. Free.
Wed: Magic Valley Quilters meet 10 a.m. at First Christian Church, 400 N. Reagan St.  956-797-3536
Second Wed: "El Second Weensdee" 7 p.m. at the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center, 225 E. Stenger is an oral history series.  956-399-0110 or cityofsanbenito.com

SAN JUAN
Fri: Chickasaw County residents meet at 8 a.m. for breakfast & fellowship at Ann’s Restaurant on Bus. 83.
Third Wed: Submarine Vets & guests, social & lunch, 11 a.m. at Ann’s Restaurant on Bus. 83.  956-550-9103

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND
April 10-11: Texas State Surf Championships, Isla Blanca Park, www.surftgsa.org
April 16-18: Beach n’ Biker Fest, SPI Convention Center, $15 for 3 day pass, $10 for day pass, vendors, entertainment, contests, concerts, www.beachnbikerfest.com
April 17: Windsurf Blowout GPS Run on the flats north of the Convention Center, 956-761-5061
April 23-24: Senoritas on the Bay Fishing Tournament for the Junior League of Harlingen. Registration party on the 23rd at Parrot Eyes. Fishing on the 24th, weigh-in at Parrot Eyes to follow. 956-241-9401.
April 23-24: Splash: gay pride festival, concerts, live entertainment, parties, events. splashsouthpadre.com.
April 24: 24th Annual Spring Adopt a Beach Cleanup, bags and gloves provided, Andy Bowie Park & Boca Chica Beach, 956-761-5494
May 1: Boys & Girls Club “Champions for Children” Golf Tournament, 8:30am, SPI Golf Course. 956-943-6310
May 1-9: SPI Kite Roundup 2010, the world’s largest yearly amateur kiteboarding competition and equipment demo and clinics. On the flats just north of the SPI Convention Center. www.spikiteroundup.com for full details
Daily Events: Bridge, Bingo & Mah Jongg at Club Padre.  956-761-2582
First Sat: South Padre Island Kite Enthusiasts Kite Club meeting on the flats north of the Convention Center,
10 a.m.-4 p.m.  No fees & no dues. Just hang out & fly with others who have the same interest.
First & Third Sat: Drop recyclables, 8 a.m. - noon at SPI Training Center.  956-761-4412
Saturdays: Morning lectures at SPI World Birding Center, included in cost of admission, $5 adults, $4 seniors & students. 956-243-8179.
Sundays: South Padre Island Farmer’s Market, 11a,-1pm, 8605 Padre Blvd in “The Shores” development.

WESLACO
April 15-17: “Trifles” a one act play exploring gender roles while solving a murder, STC’s Mid-Valley campus Lecture Hall, 400 N. Border Street. 8pm on the 15th and 16th, 2pm on the 17th.
April 17: Birdathon 2010, Frontera Audubon, birding competition and fundraiser. Birders must register and pick up pledge sheets at 1101 S Texas Blvd. Birding competition happens 7am-7pm. You can form your own teams or several expert birders have volunteered to join your team to help you see more birds. Teams pick out of several sites offered. Call 956-968-3275 for more information.
Wed & Fri: Guided Bird Walks, Frontera Audubon center, 1101 S. Texas Blvd. 9a.m. $3 includes day pass to thicket and grounds. Free for members.
Wed & Sat: Guided Bird Walk 8:30-10:30 a.m. Estero Llano Grande State Park World Birding Center. Free with admission to the park.  956-565-3919
Sat: Have breakfast with the Birds at Estero Llano Grande State Park World Birding Center, 8-11 a.m.  Have breakfast on the magnificent covered deck plus one or two & a half mile walks, $7 per person.  956-565-3919
First Sat: FREE admission to The Weslaco Museum, 500 S. Texas Blvd from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.  956-968-9142 Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Third Wed of every month: Des Moines Iowa East High School Meetings, 11:30am, Fiesta Tex-Mex Restaurant, 615 W. Bus. 83. 956-781-6611