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State Farm Arena will host second annual Run at Hidalgo

December 20th, 2011, 9:46 am by

Take a walk, jog or run at the second annual “Run at Hidalgo,” which starts at 6:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 19, at State Farm Arena in Hidalgo.

The event starts with an expo and packet pick-up at Academy Sports and Goods in McAllen. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, check out local and national vendors offering various running-related items, such as shoes and clothes.

The half marathon race starts first at 7 a.m., then the relay and then the 5K run and walk. There will also be a kids’ fun mile run. Stick around after the award ceremonies for Hidalgo’s largest cheerleading dance and largest Zumba record.

Grab a bite to eat at the “Finish Line Food Fest” and then enjoy an after party.

Register online no later than Monday, Feb. 13.

WHEN: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 (expo); 7 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 (run)

WHERE: State Farm Arena, 2600 N. 10th Street, Hidalgo

COST: $10 to $55 (varies based on race and time of registration

ONLINE: www.runathidalgo.com

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Brownsville zoo lights up

November 28th, 2011, 11:15 am by

Brownsville’s Gladys Porter Zoo will host the holiday tradition Zoo Nights and Lights at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9.

The zoo will feature more than 800 luminary bags and 135 lighted animal displays. Children will get to decorate a gingerbread cookie and make crafts. Gift shopping will be available at the arts and crafts show. Also, there will also be local bands and choirs performing live.

Bring a new, unwrapped toy to benefit Toys for Tots as admission for the evening

WHEN: 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9

WHERE: Gladys Porter Zoo, 500 Ringgold St., Brownsville

COST: $2.50 or a new, unwrapped toy

CALL: (956) 546-7187

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Register now for the International Friendship Run

November 7th, 2011, 12:49 pm by

The McAllen-area will host the 10K International Friendship Run at 8 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, beginning at the border and ending at McAllen’s Los Encinos Park.

This is the 26th annual running of the race.

International Friendship Run

WHEN: 8 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 20

WHERE: Los Encinos Park, 2900 Sarah Ave., McAllen

CALL: (956) 681-3333

ONLINE: http://www.exploremcallen.com/events/calendar/details/2011-11-20/26th_annual_international_friendship_run.aspx

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LGBT community to celebrate national coming out day

October 18th, 2011, 10:12 am by

“Big Day Out” will feature an afternoon of races, contests and games at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at Archer Park in McAllen.

Play a game of volleyball, compete in a sack race, egg and spoon race or a three-legged race and enjoy live music and food and drinks.

WHEN: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22

WHERE: Archer Park, 101 N. Broadway, McAllen

COST: Free

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Nature documentary will be screened at Quinta Mazatlan

October 13th, 2011, 11:41 am by

Watch “Where Do the Children Play,” a documentary about growing up today, compared to 50 years ago, as part of the Nature Speaker Series at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at Quinta Mazatlan in McAllen.

Martin Hagne, the executive director of the Valley Nature Center, will speak about the Texas state mandate “Texas Children in Nature” and he will discuss the events and programs planned to help get kids outside again.

WHEN: 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13

WHERE: Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Ave., McAllen

COST: $2, adults; $1, children

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Spooky science festival set for Saturday in Weslaco

October 12th, 2011, 10:08 am by

The Estero Llano Grande State Park will host the fifth annual “Spooky Science Fest” at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, in Weslaco.

Learn about ectotherms, or cold-blooded creatures, at the park and join in the crafts, the kids’ costume contest, a night hike, hay rides and scary stories. Interact with live animals and check out science experiments.

WHEN: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22

WHERE: Estero Llano Grande State Park, 3301 S. International Blvd., Weslaco

COST: $5, adults, $2, children 12 years and younger

CALL: (956) 565-3919

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Learn about native plants at Quinta Mazatlan in McAllen

October 11th, 2011, 11:20 am by

Mike Heep grows over 150 plant species native to the Rio Grande Valley. Enjoy his presentation with an opportunity to purchase plants following the talk on Thursday evening, October 20th.

Learn all about Texas’ indigenous plants during Texas Native Plant Week at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct.20, at Quinta Mazatlan in McAllen.

Nursery owner and horticulturist Mike Heep will be speaking about the various species native to South Texas.

After the lecture, you’ll get to purchase some of the Texan plants.

WHEN: 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20

WHERE: Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen

COST: $2

CALL: (956) 681-3370

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EVENTS: Speak Up For Kids CASA 5K [Sat. Oct. 1, Rio Hondo]

September 29th, 2011, 8:00 am by

Register early to participate in the “Speak Up For Kids CASA 5K” run and walk at 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Rio Hondo City Hall.

The event is presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas to help the local Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) programs and the volunteers who speak for abused and neglected children in the foster system.

Registered runners and walkers will receive a T-shirt.

WHEN: 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1

WHERE: Rio Hondo City Hall, 121 N. Arroyo Blvd.

COST: $20, adults; $15, children 17 and younger; $25, late registration

ONLINE: http://www.casa5k.org

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EVENTS: Bike Rodeo [Sat. Oct. 1, Edinburg]

September 29th, 2011, 7:00 am by

The city of Edinburg is hosting a bicycle awareness event to help promote safety for bicyclists. The event starts at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Edinburg city hall.

There will be safety demonstrations, food and drinks, a bike ride and there will be 100 bicycle helmets given away and 20 bikes.

WHEN: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1

WHERE: Edinburg City Hall, 415 W. University Drive

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Boys & Girls Club registration to begin

September 7th, 2011, 11:17 am by

The McAllen Boys & Girls Club is looking for football players, cheerleaders, coaches and sponsors their football and cheerleading camps this fall. You don’t have to be a football or cheerleader to be a part of the camps.

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