Events Calendar

September 10 & 24 – The Museum of South Texas History will host a two-part genealogy workshop, “Discover Your Past with Esther Camacho,” at 1 p.m. on both dates. The first workshop covers the basics on beginning genealogical research. At the second date, participants will receive knowledge about resources readily available online for research. The genealogy workshop is included in the regular museum admission. MOSTHistory is located at 200 N. Closner Blvd. Call 956-383-6911 for information.

September 10– Bentsen-RGV State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr., will host the Jr. Ranger Club program at 2 p.m. Reservations are required by calling 956-584-9156. Programs are included with park admission. Meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters.

September 12– The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s next Manic Monday Mixer at will be held at DoubleTree Hotel, 1800 S. 2nd Street in McAllen, on Monday, Sept. 12, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.  Bring business cards to network and a door prize for anyone wanting additional exposure.  Appetizers and refreshments will be available. For more information on the Mixer or the RGVHCC benefits, call 956-928-0060 or via email at chamber@rgvhcc.com.

September 13 –A Lunch & Learn workshop in Spanish will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. at Casa de Palmas Hotel in McAllen. Hosted by Chase Bank and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the workshops focus on small business needs. This week’s workshop topic is Power of Capital. Reservations are required by calling the RGVHCC office at 956-928-0060.

September 15– Wild Wellness is the next workshop topic at 9 a.m. at Bentsen-RGV State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Call 956-584-9156 for more information. Programs are included with park admission. Meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters.

September 16 – The Women’s Committee of the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburg will host the annual Latina Leadership Conference at the DHR Conference Center in Edinburg.  Key topics include Protecting Your Legacy, Healthcare Post Dobbs – the decision that Overturned Roe vs. wade; Mental Wellness, Adapting to Technology, and more. Sponsorships, reserved tables for 8 at $600 and tickets at $50 can be purchased at rgvhcc.org/events. The ticket price includes breakfast, lunch, self-defense tactics, drawing prizes and more. For sponsorship information, call the RGVHCC office at 956-928-0060.

September 17– Enhance your nature experience with Outdoor Skills: Navigation 101 at 2 p.m. at Bentsen-RGV State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Call 956-584-9156 for more information. Programs are included with park admission. Meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters.

September 17– Take to the water in the Kayaking workshop at 9:30 a.m. at Bentsen-RGV State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Reservations are required by calling 956-584-9156. Programs are included with park admission. Meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters.

September 18– Learn how to become an angler with Fishing for Beginners at 1 p.m. at Bentsen-RGV State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Reservations are required by calling 956-584-9156. Programs are included with park admission. Meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters.

September 20 –A Lunch & Learn workshop in Spanish will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. at Casa de Palmas Hotel in McAllen. Hosted by Chase Bank and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the workshops focus on small business needs. This week’s workshop topic is Navigating Your Cash Flow. Reservations are required by calling the RGVHCC office at 956-928-0060.

September 24– Learn the techniques of Dutch Oven Cooking at 9:30 a.m. at Bentsen-RGV State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Reservations are required by calling 956-584-9156. Programs are included with park admission. Meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters.

September 27 – A Lunch & Learn workshop in English will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. at Casa de Palmas Hotel in McAllen. Hosted by Chase Bank and the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the workshops focus on small business needs. This week’s workshop topic is Business 201. Reservations are required by calling the RGVHCC office at 956-928-0060.

September 29– Explore the night sky with the Star Stories workshop at 8:30 p.m. at Bentsen-RGV State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Reservations are required by calling 956-584-9156. Programs are included with park admission. Meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters.

October 20 –The Idea Public Schools annual dinner and auction fundraiser, “Reach for the Stars,” begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Mission Events Center, 200 N. Shary Rd. The black-tie formal event features a complimentary valet service and music along with the dinner and auction – all followed by an after party. Sponsorships range from $2,500 to $50,000. Individual tickets are $300. For more information, or to secure a sponsorship by Friday, Sep. 30, contact Rose Marques at 956-373-2102 or via email at rose.marques@ideapublicschools.org.

November 4– The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce annual “Noche de Gala” will be held at the Kalos Event Center, 1516 E. Expressway 83, Mission.  The event highlights business honorees and includes a dinner, dance and silent and live auction items. Funds raised benefit the RGVHCC which is primarily funded through the membership dues, corporate partners and events like this. For sponsorships, reserved tables or ticket information call the RGVHCC office at 928-0060 or go online at rgvhcc.org.