Coastal Current calendar of events

BROWNSVILLE
May 15:  Colonial Silver  of  Mexico:  XVI  Century  to  XIX  Century.  The Opening  reception  starts  at  6:00  p.m and  is  free  to  the  public  at  the  Brownsville  Heritage  Complex.  The exhibit will be on display until August 30.  For more information call (956) 541-5560.   

May17:  Unveiling  of  the  Children’s  Exhibit  and  Program  “The  Keepers  of  the  Crypt”:  A  project  by  Hudson  Elementary  School  and  the  Brownsville  Historical  Association.  This event is  free  to  the  public  and  will  be  held  at  the  Old  Cemetery  Center  located  at  600  E.  Jackson  St.  (on  the  corner  of  6th  and  Monroe).  Guided  cemetery  tours  led  by  Hudson  Elementary  students  will  start  at  5  p.m.  For more  information   call  (956)  541-5560  or  (956)  541-1167.   

May 17: Rio Grande Valley Chevy Dealers 2008 Mariachi Festival, 4-6 p.m. Jacob Brown Auditorium at UTB.  For information or to register, call (956) 631-5499.

May 17: Passport Fair to help families apply for passports. 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cameron County Social Services Center, 9901 California Rd. Call (956) 831-1506 for appointments, fees and required documents.

May  26:  10th  Annual  Memorial  Day  Silent  March:  Tribute  To  All  Fallen  Soldiers.  The  One  Mile  “Silent  March”  will  start  on  the  corner  of  Central  Blvd  and  Boca  Chica  (HEB  parking  lot)  at  10:00  a.m.  The  march  will  end  at  our  Brownsville  Veterans  Park,  next  to  the  Brownsville  Public  Library  with  ceremonies,  refreshments,  21  Gun  Salute  and  Our  Glory  Flag  Raising.  For  more  information  call  (956)  542-8967  /  (956)  492-5238  /  Tiny  or  Yoli.  Parks  &  Recreation  (956)  542-2064.  Open to the public, veterans and their guests.

June 9 13:  2008  Heritage  Discovery  Summer  Camp  at  the  Brownsville  Heritage  Complex  located  at  1325 Washington  Street.  Children  ages  8  to  12  years  (kids  under  8  must  be  accompanied  
by  an  adult)  can  experience  historical  tours,  guest  speakers,  cultural  Arts/Crafts,  and  much  more  starting  at  9:00  a.m.  until noon.  Sponsored  by  the  Brownsville  Junior  League.  Scholarships  Available.  For more information (956)  541-5560.   

Through June 30: “The Keepers of the Crypt” on exhibit at the Old Cemetery Center, 600 E. Jackson St. For more information call (956) 541-5560 or (956) 541-1167. Free to the public.
Through August 30: Colonial Silver of Mexico on display at the Brownsville Heritage Complex, 1325 E. Washington Street. For more information call (956) 541-5560.

Through July 6: The  Gladys  Porter  Zoo  invites  you  to  take  a  journey  into  the  past.   Visit  the  prehistoric  times  of  the  dinosaurs  at  Return  of  the  Dinosaurs.  Highlights  include  a  growling  Tyrannosaurus  Rex,  a  mother  Maiasaura  feeding  her  young  and  a  pack  of  Deinonychus  devouring  a  Triceratops.Admission  is  $2.50  per  person  with  regular  paid  admission.   For  more  information  visit  our  website  www.gpz.org  or  call  (956)  546-7187.
Every Thursday: Frontera Jazz Quartet, at Tre Fratelli, 8:00 p.m. 3001 Pablo Kisel Blvd, (956) 574-9888

Ongoing: Artist Workshops at the Brownsville Museum of Fine Art with a variety of class topics. Drawing & Sketching, Watercolor techniques and even PhotoShop tips. Fees vary per class. Space may be limited. For more information and to register, call (956) 542-0941. BMFA Saturday Art Classes for Kids, ages 10 to 16 years.  Sessions in “Traditional Art” from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and “Pottery” from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Each session is $20 per child. The Brownsville Museum of Fine Art is located across from the Gladys Porter Zoo at 660 E. Ringgold Street in Brownsville. Call (956) 542-0943 to register for the classes.

BAYVIEW
May 26-27: High Performance Driving School, Cameron County Airport. 9:00 a.m. To pre-register or for more information visit www.rgvpca.org

DONNA
May 11: Motocross Race, Track opens at 7:00 a.m. Racing starts at 11:00 a.m. $10 men and boys, women and girls free. Miller Lite MX Park, Expressway 83. Ricardo Morales (956) 928-0500.

EDINBURG
May 11: Take Mom to the Symphony, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Mom free with 1 ticket minimum purchase. Adults $10, children/seniors/students $5. Call (956) 661-1615 for more information.

May 18: Edinburg Coyotes “Cody’s Food Drive” Series at the Edinburg Coyotes Baseball Stadium.  Fans bringing food donations for the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc. to Edinburg Coyotes Stadium will be admitted free to select home games beginning Sunday, May 18.  For more information on buy-out nights please contact Edinburg Coyotes/United League Baseball at (956) 386-0080.

May 24: Capital One Bank Ride Against Hunger Bike Tour. Riders may choose from a 25, 45 and 60 mile route. Edinburg Municipal Park, S. Raul Longoria and Sprague Street. Ride registration is $25.00 per person. All proceeds benefit the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc. Online registrations are available at www.foodbankrgv.com.  Day-of registrations are available prior to first riders leaving at 7:45 am.  For more information, please call Cameron Lacy or Nadia Ochoa at (956) 682-8101. please go to www.foodbankrgv.com

Ongoing: “Yoga in the Park” a bi-monthly class for adults, 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Edinburg Scenic Wetlands and World Birding Center, FREE for members, $2 non-members. Register (956) 381-9922.

HARLINGEN
May 10: “He’s All Right” fundraiser at Boog-A-Dee-Boo’s Burgers and Brew, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.Fundraiser to help local musician Andy Chapa who suffered the loss of his left arm in a recent car accident. A full day of food and live music, BBQ plate tickets $5, raffle and live auction. For more information go to www.myspace.com/hesallright

May 17: Blues on the Hill, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. McKelvey Park, South 77 Sunshine Strip and South Parkwood Drive. (956) 216-5950. Lawn chairs and beach towels are welcome.

Every Wednesday: Salsa and Merengue Dance Classes, at the Harlingen Community Center. Beginner and intermediate classes learning basic steps and partner combinations. Register at the Harlingen Parks and Recreation Dept., $25 per single or $30 per couple, monthly. Instructor Roy Contreras. For more information, call (956) 216-5950.

Second Tuesdays: South Texas UAW meetings, 10:30 a.m. at Skateland Bingo. Phone (210) 428-5555.

Every Saturday: Old Car Get Together, 6-10 p.m. at Dairy Queen on the loop toward Valley International Airport across from Cadillac dealership.

Every First Saturday: Jackson Street Market Days 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Jackson Street between 4th and Commerce. Free and open to the public. Shop for treasures at an old-fashioned, open-air street market featuring antiques, art, collectibles, plants, fresh produce, live music, and more. For information, call June Ramirez, (956) 423-4041.

HIDALGO
May 14-18: Disney on Ice “High School Musical” Show times vary. Call (956) 843-6688. Dodge Arena.

McALLEN
May 13: Scrapbooking Workshop, 7:00 p.m. McAllen Creative Incubator, free to the public, space limited, all participants should bring 2 or 3 photos. To register, please call Greg Schuller at (956) 687-2787.

May 16: After Hours Concert, McAllen Convention Center Bandstand, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., free and open to the public. Last concert of the season.

Saturdays: Art Classes. RGV Center of Fine Arts. Children’s classes at Upper Valley Art League. Beginning painting 9:30-11 a.m., intermediate drawing noon– 2 p.m., and intermediate painting 3-5 p.m., every Saturday for six weeks. Adult classes 9 a.m.-noon Tues. and Thurs. at McAllen Creative Incubator. Call (956) 682-2787.

Second Saturday: Car Cruise In / Ice Cream Social at Texas Tops, 6:00 p.m., Dairy Queen, Old Hwy 83 and McColl. Free ice cream sundaes to first 50 cars.

Every Monday: Magic Valley Chorus of Sweet Adelines, International meets from 7-10 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church at 12th and Fern in McAllen. Singing in 4-part acapella music, barbershop style. For information, contact director, Marlys Gagnon at 956-664-2298 or email her at: tunethattone71@wmconnect.com

MISSION
June 9-13: Project Insight Teen Camp now enrolling. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for 12-17 age group. El Rocio Retreat, 2519 S. Inspiration Road. Camp Fee of $250 includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, & all art supplies. For more information and registration, contact: Elva Villarreal, Camp Director at (956) 207-2895.

June 23-27: Project Insight Teen Mom Summer Camp now enrolling. 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. El Rocio Retreat, 2519 S. Inspiration Road. Camp Fee of $250 includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, & all art supplies. For more information and registration, contact: Elva Villarreal, Camp Director at (956) 207-2895.

PORT ISABEL
May 9: Lighthouse Establishment Cinema 8:00 p.m. This week” “Piratesof the Carribean” Port Isabel Lighthouse Free, open to the public. (956) 943-2682.

SOUTH PADRE
May 16: Turtle Days and Lighting of the Tiki Torches. Local residents place tiki torches in the bay which are then lit by the King and Queen and their flotilla of kayaks to welcome this season’s nesting turtles. Free. After ceremony party at Palm Street Pier with performance by Michael Lafferty.

May 16-17: Shallow Sport 8th Annual Owners Fishing Tournament, Louie’s Backyard. For owners of Shallow Sport Boats and their guests only.  Registration at Friday night social, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Tournament starts with shotgun take-off, 7:00 a.m. Saturday morning.  (956) 233-9489 for more information

May 17: Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Madre 2008 Golf Classic at the South Padre Island Golf Club. (many include 1 or more teams) For more information call Mary Flores at 720-9475 or 943-6310 or email cpo@lagunamadrekids.org

May 22: Special Brunch hosted by Bay Area Women’s Connection. All ladies invited. 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Garcia’s restaurant, 1808 Padre Blvd. $12 includes light breakfast, fruit and coffee. Guest speaker is Patty Curl, “Discovering Your True Value.” Free nursery available. For reservations call Annie at (956) 761-5309 or Alma at (956) 466-1677.

May 24: SPI Beach Volleyball Tournament at Boomerang Billy’s at Surf Motel. Annual Men’s, Women’s, co-ed competition on the beach. Begins at 9 a.m. (956) 761-2420

Through May 31: Monday Night Milonga, Argentine Dance Party at Louie’s Backyard, upstairs. Join Island Dancers to watch ‘Dancing with the Stars’ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. followed by tango dancing under the stars, 9:00 p.m. Call (956) 761-9642 for info.

WESLACO
May 10: Mother’s Day “Breakfast with the Birds” at Estero Llano Grande State Park, 8:00 a.m., 3301 South international Blvd (FM 1015) on the southeast edge of Weslaco. Light breakfast served on our beautiful deck overlooking the water, then our knowledgeable naturalists will take you on a guided bird walk in the park. $7 includes breakfast, park entry and guided tour. Seating is limited so please call 956-565-3919 to reserve your spot.

May 10: Dragonfly Family Nature Day. 10:00 a.m. – 2 p.m. Valley Nature Center, $3 per child, adults free with child. This is a fun family event for all. Take part in the fun Nature Challenge and Win Cool Nature Prizes! Dragonfly nature crafts of many kinds. Dragonfly nature walks in the nature park with guides. Dragonfly presentations on the fascinating creatures. (956) 969-2475.

May 11: Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day at Weslaco City Park. 12 to 9 pm. The festival will include live entertainment, professional wrestling, food vendors, and free kiddie rides. Free admission, $2 parking fee. Public invited. Weslaco City park is located at 300 N. Airport.

May 15-18: Dragonfly Days, field trips, social events, seminars and banquet with silent auction. Most events held at the Holiday Inn hotel. Some guided trips to the wetlands. For more information call (956) 969-2475 Pre-registration is required for all seminars, field trips and the banquet.
May 17: Program and book signing by Dr. Manuel Pena at the Mayor Eugene A. Braught Memorial Theater, 525 S. Kansas, 2:00 p.m. Free to the public. Reception following at Weslaco Museum, 515 S. Kansas.

VALLEYWIDE
Ongoing: The Rio Grande Valley Film Commission is calling for artists and technicians interested in working or volunteering in the film industry. Your name, resume and contact information will be placed on a major contact list. Email marketing@edinburg.com or call (956) 383-4974.

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