Events Calendar
August 9-11 – Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday this weekend. State law exempts sales tax on qualified items — such as clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks — priced below $100, saving shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend. Apparel and school supplies that may be purchased tax free are listed at TexasTaxHoliday.org. During the annual sales tax holiday, qualifying items can be purchased tax free in person or by any other means including over the internet, by telephone, or by mail. Purchases are exempt when either of the following occurs: the item is both delivered to, and paid for by, the customer during the exemption period; or the customer orders and pays for the item, and the seller accepts the order during the exemption period for immediate shipment, even if delivery is made after the exemption period ends.
August 10– The International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave. in McAllen, will host an adult art workshop, Microscape Embroidery, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Participants will take a guided tour of the exhibit, Microscape, and work with various fabric and thread to create an original embroidered work of art inspired by the microscopic world. To register, go to sales.theimasonline.org/PatronEducation.aspx?pid=1660.
August 10 – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) and McAllen ISD (MISD) will co-host an open house for the new UTRGV McAllen ISD Collegiate Academy at 801 E. Lakeview Dr., McAllen from 10 to 11:30 p.m. The welcome begins at 10:15 a.m. with a guided tour at 10:45 a.m. The public is invited to come out and meet the campus director. The Outreach Team will acquaint parents and students with the registration process and answer questions. The public can also learn more about the athletic and fine arts programs and explore the Career and Technical Education program.
August 15– The next Thursday Night Live program at Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr. in McAllen, features a Bubble Party from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $5. Register at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.
August 17 – The RGV Snake Charmers will host open auditions for the 2024-25 season at the DHR Sports Center located at 315 E. Palm Drive. Registration begins at 8 a.m. For requirements and more information,
contact Yesenia January, entertainment director, at 956-458-8723 or via email [email protected].
August 17 –The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) will host a Back-to-School Bash from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The museum will host a day filled with hands-on art and science activities, Starlab Planetarium presentations, community tables, food vendors and opportunities to receive school supplies – while items last – at 1900 W. Nolana Ave. Admission to the event is free for everyone. Activity times are as follows: Planetarium Presentations in the Discovery Pavilion, 11:30 a.m. and 12:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.; Valley Symphony Orchestra – Duet & Solo Performances in the Clark Gallery, 11–11:15 a.m., 2–2:15 p.m.; and all day – Fun Patches in the Ann Moore Art Studio, Bingo at the Science On a Sphere; DIY Lava Lamp at the MPU BioZone, IMAS Bookmarks in the Industrial Lab, and Yard Games in the IMAS Courtyard. For more information, visit theimasonline.org or contact IMAS at 956-681-2800.
September
September 18 – The RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Latina Leadership Conference & Expo “Con Fuerza y Corazón” runs from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Mission Center, 200 N. Shary Rd. Conference topics for the breakout sessions include social media savvy, compassionate communication, mindful living, imposter syndrome, travel tips, multigenerational workplace, artificial intelligence, persuasive leadership, and enhancing productivity. Tickets for the full day event are $50; reserved tables are $600. Sponsorship packages and vendor tables are available. For more information and to register, visit rgvhcc.com or contact Francisca Saenz, events director, at 956-928-0060.