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voice! Get in touch through the email address above.

This is our 3rd issue of The Go Guide, and we’re glad you have us in your hands. This month we’re bringing you updated information about the local restaurants, shops, bars, live music venues, and community events around the Rio Grande Valley. Why are we focusing on local? Because it makes our cities great. Big business helps our economy and gives us more shopping and restaurant options, but it doesn’t reflect the culture and heritage of the place where many of us grew up. Focusing on the local businesses allows us to zero in on those establishments that are unique to the RGV, adding to the list of reasons why we love the area in which we live. That’s our vision, and we hope you see just how passionate and excited we are to bring you this publication. Different than the rest in size, content, and design, we think it’s worth the read. Pick us up, put us in your purse or truck, and take us wherever you go. Use us to help you find your night out or your Saturday morning. Especially as the holidays roll around, our cities become abuzz with the hustle and bustle of shopping, family gatherings, and Fall sports. Even though McAllen sits at 121 feet above sea level and is usually warm for the winter, we still embrace the changing seasons by putting on our peacoats and letterman jackets when it drops below 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It might not feel like winter, but we embrace the winter clothes, coffee trends, and holiday festivities. So what are we bringing you this month? A bit of comfort food, downtown buzz, a peek into the LGBT community and holiday service ideas. In addition to our traditional Go Eat, Drink, Live, LGBT, and Community sections, we’ve added a Go Shop section exclusive to the holidays. Same creed: locally owned and operated. We’ve also provided you with two additional features: The Monthly Dish and Our Brew Guru. In the future, we’ll continue to write on what’s pertinent for the season, so look forward to December, the month of Christmas and the New Year. As long as the Mayan’s are incorrect, be looking for our issues in the first week of every month. Want to get involved? Like us on Facebook and share your events and feedback with us. We’re here for you, so let your voice be heard! www.facebook.com/thegoguide

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We searched the Valley for some satisfaction to your winter induced comfort food needs and this is what we found: Four dishes and two baked delicacies from locally owned businesses, some in The Go Guide, some not, and from a variety of food genres. Either way, we’ve listed all of the restaurants below in the Directory, just in case you want to look them up and try them out. Enjoy, Valley, and eat comfortably.

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Southern Comfort:Chicken Fried Chicken @ New York Deli II Served with mashed potatoes and gravy, broccoli, and toastFridays and Saturdays only

South of the Border:Traditional Menudo @ Los CazadoresAuthentic, simple, and served hotSaturdays and Sundays only

Bavarian Standard:Traditional German Goulash @ Schneider’s German Gasthaus and BeergardenWhen served outside at the Beergarden, you might just think you’re in Germany!Wednesday through Saturday

Fair Food:Hickory Smoked Turkey Leg @ Jay’s BBQThanksgiving’s not the only day that Turkey tastes good.Every Day

Fresh From the Oven:French Croissants @ Olivier’s BakeryAuthentic French Baker from Paris, FranceMonday through Saturday

Cupcake Heaven:Award Winning Cupcakes @ RGV Cupcake FactoryWinners of Cupcake Wars, Fresh Flavors DailyMonday through Friday

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house. wine. & bistro.New American Bistro Daily Lunch & Dinner Features 150+ Wine Selections by Glass, Bottle or Case MON-THURS 11a.m.-12a.m.FRI 11a.m.-2a.m.SAT 12a.m.-2a.m.

Cordon’s Taste of Chicago You’ll love our Vienna Hot Dog, Italian Beef & Deep Dish PizzaJumbo Wings, Pork Ribs, Pastas, Burgers and much moreDaily Lunch Specials50+ Beer, Wine & Margarita SelectionsMON-THURS: 11a.m.-9p.m.FRI-SAT: 11a.m.-11p.m.SUN: Coming Soon!

The Office Bar & GrillHomemade Food w/ Pub Atmosphere Daily Specials, Homemade Soup of the Day All Food Prepared In House & Never FrozenMonday Nights: High School Burger Specials MON-SAT 11a.m.-11p.m.

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Thai Red Chili’sAuthentic Thai Cuisine, Noodle & PastaGlobally known for Our Delicious Masman Curry Dish, Thai Tea and Green Tea MilkDaily Lunch SpecialsMON-FRI 11:30a.m.-2:30p.m.MON-THURS 5p.m.-9:30p.m.FRI 5p.m.-10p.m.SAT 12p.m.-10p.m.

CC’s Sweets & TweetsBoutique BakeryFrench Macaroons, Cupcakes & Brownies “We Love to Bake You Happy”MON-SAT 10a.m.-7p.m.

The Cupcake FactoryWinners of “Cupcake Wars” Season 5 Cupcakes Made Fresh Daily Rotating Celebrity Specials MON-FRI 11a.m.-8p.m.

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$$$Olivier’s French BakeryTraditional French Bakery All Pastries and Bread Prepared Fresh Daily Daily Lunch Specials MON-SAT 8a.m.-7p.m.

New York DeliBig Apple Flavors, Fa.m.ily Atmosphere Daily Lunch Specials, Sandwiches, Fresh Soups & Salads Serving Boar’s Head Meats & Cheeses MON-FRI 11a.m.-8p.m. SAT 11a.m.-3p.m.

Roosevelts at 7An Eatery and Alehouse Weekly Lunch Special 12-2p.m. 48 Tap Craft Beers, Bottles and Wine Event: Sunday Brunch 25th 11a.m.-4p.m. MON-FRI 11a.m.-2a.m. SAT-SUN 1p.m.-2a.m.

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The Blue OnionDaily Specials, Fresh Wraps, Pizzas and More Healthy & Fresh Options, Craft Beers & Wine AvailableMonthly Beer Tastings McAllen & Weslaco SUN-THURS 11a.m.-9p.m. FRI-SAT 11a.m.-10p.m.

Jay’s BBQHickory Smoked BBQ“Sloppy Jay” Signature Turkey LegsDaily $6.99 Specials, Beer Specials, BBQ plates, Meat by the Pound Open Late for Games and FightsSpecial Event: Thanksgiving Smoked Turkeys by appt.MON-THURS 11a.m.-10p.m.FRI-SAT 11a.m.-11p.m.SUN 11a.m.-8p.m.

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T H E M O N T H L Y D I S HT H E M O N T H L Y D I S H

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We know they’re good for us, but we don’t always know how to make them taste good (unless it’s under a heaping spoonful of butter): almighty vegetables. Why

do we need them? Because they’re packed full of vitamins and minerals improving our digestion, our skin, our immunities to illness, and simply our overall wellness. We met with Chef James this month, former executive chef of Alhambra and current chef owner of Guerrilla Gourmet Catering and Events, and talked to him about different and preferred ways of preparing vegetables. “By far the most value you will receive from vegetables comes from preparing them raw,” he said, explaining “you want to capitalize on the nutritive properties and raw enzymes of the vegetables” which may be lost from over-cooking. As we spoke with James, he began to prepare what he called “Vegetable Ceviche”, “It’s ceviche, but with vegetables!” he jokingly explained as he began to wash and dice beets, radishes, zucchini and tomatoes, pour olive oil, and top with the juice from Valley Lemons. The dish, featured in our picture, can be used as a salad, appetizer, or simply a light lunch. We’ve listed the recipe here for you, but be aware that any vegetables can be combined to create this simple dish. The best veggies for it? What Chef James called the “meaty” veggies: zucchini, squash, peppers, beets, and carrots.

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Ingredients:2 cups Vegetables – diced½ Valley Lemon1 Key Lime½ tbsp Sherry Vinegar1-2 tbsp Olive Oil3 finger pinch of Salt and Pepper – each

Instructions: Buy vegetables at a local Farmers’ Market. Wash and dice vegetables. Add to small bowl. Add olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Squeeze the lemon and lime. Mix and let marinade and cool in refrigerator before serving. Serves 2.

Why are we doing this article? Simple. Locally sourced vegetables are coming into season in full variety this month. The 3rd of November will bring us the first CSA deliveries from Yahweh, a relocated Saturday farmers’ market to the McAllen Public Library, and (with your help) a quickly growing customer base for locally sourced food.

Contact James Canter for booking for your next special event:Guerrilla Gourmet Catering and Events(813) 504-2344

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Cordoba Café The Social CupCoffee, Art & a Whole Lot More Select Coffee Beans, Unique Flavor and Organic Products from MexicoSandwiches and SaladsEvent: Monthly Poet’s Night MON-SAT 11a.m.-9p.m..

Sweet Temptations“Your Neighborhood Breakfast and Lunch Spot” Original Recipes Made From Scratch Daily Lunch Specials, Daily Featured SoupsMON-SAT 7a.m.-4p.m.

Alberico Fine WineWine Centric International Cuisine, Wine Retailer Daily Features, Monthly Wine Maker Dinners Wednesdays: Letters from the Vineyard MON-SAT 7a.m.-12a.m. SUN 12p.m.-6p.m.

Mama’s PizzeriaTraditional Italian Kitchen, Family Owned Daily Lunch Specials 11a.m.-2p.m. and Drink Specials: Beer Monday-Friday 5-8p.m. MON-SAT 11a.m.-10p.m. SUN 12p.m.-8p.m.

Callejón de los Milagros Carnes y Mariscos Con Un Toque MexicanoLive Music Thursday -SaturdayDrink Specials: Beer and Margaritas Monday-Friday 5-8p.m.SUN-WED 11:30a.m.-12a.m.THURS-SAT 11:30a.m.-2a.m.

Sweet Scoops32 Flavors of Original Blue Bell Ice Cream!Chicken Salad Sandwiches, Pasta, Fruit Cups, Banana Splits, Milkshakes and Hot DogsMondays & Fridays $.99 cent Scoops, Wednesdays Free ToppingsMON-SAT 12p.m.-9p.m.

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Palenque GrillTraditional Mexican CuisineLive Music Daily“Palenque Trio”SUN-THURS 11a.m.-11p.m.FRI-SAT 11a.m.-12a.m.

Republic of the Rio GrandeAuthentic Mexican CuisineDaily Lunch and Dinner ItemsLive Music Wednesday-FridayMON-THURS 11a.m.-10p.m.FRI-SAT 11a.m.-12a.m. (Bar until 1a.m.)Sun 12p.m.-4p.m.

La Jaiba Mexican Seafood Grill100% Authentic Mexican Style Seafood Variety of Tacos, Cocktails and Gourmet SeafoodDaily Specials: Lunch 11a.m.-3p.m. Drinks 3p.m.-6p.m. FRI-SAT 9p.m.-11p.m.SUN-THURS 11a.m.-10p.m.FRI-SAT 11a.m.-11p.m.

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Eating, drinking, and going to local live music shows is great, but for those of us who like to dress up our look, we need to have something special in our closets for our night on the town. Whether it’s formal wear, jewelry, casual clothing, or footwear, our locally owned shops can help us dress up for our nights out. What a local specialty boutique can do for you versus a brand name department store is provide you with personal service, unique brands, and carefully selected items. As we spoke with local shop owner Erica Elizondo of Maripoza Boutique in McAllen, we learned a little more about what shops like hers have to offer. Tucked away off 10th street, in the shopping center just south of Dove, Maripoza sits alongside Shop 112, Sweet Temptations, Fiorella, and MoonBeans Coffee. Each business here has its own niche in the market, and Maripoza is no different. Offering exclusive items from around the world, the shop displays clothing, jewelry and gifts. Seen someone recently wearing a necklace with a sideways cross? Erica explained to us that her business, Maripoza Boutique, brought this trend (made famous by Kelly Rippa and Taylor Jacobson) to the Rio Grande Valley. In addition to jewelry, clothing lines like VaVa Voom, James & Joy and many more can be found here. Ever walk into a room and find that someone else is wearing your top? Well shopping at your local boutiques can help minimize your chances of this happening. Try it out this holiday season as your dressing up for a special occasion, or you’re just feeling like a new look. Go ahead, you deserve it.

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November 30th – December 2nd Dias Festivos Marketplace26th Annual Holiday ExtravaganzaGourmet Foods, Apparel, Fashion Accessories, Home Furnishings, Original Art Variety of Unique Gifts for the HolidaysMcAllen Convention CenterFRI 12p.m.-6p.m.SAT 9a.m.-6p.m.SUN 11a.m.-5p.m.

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Fashionista Modern BoutiqueA Passion for Fashion!Boutique Women’s ClothingMON-SAT 10a.m.-8p.m.

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The Jewelry Connection Fine Jewelry and Gifts, Custom Design, Redesign and ManufacturingBuy, Sell, TradeAlso featuring: Pandora and Guy HarveyHarlingenMON,TUES,THURS,FRI 9a.m.-6p.m.WED, SAT 9a.m.-1p.m.

Karla’s Jewelry & Gifts Specialty Jewelry, Furniture, and GiftsSpecialties: Sterling Silver, Chan Lu, Pandora, Majorica, Dian MaloufMON-FRI 10a.m.-7p.m.SAT 10a.m.-8p.m.SUN 12p.m.-5p.m.

Maripoza BoutiqueMaripoza… the Trends Start Here!Find Unique and Exclusive Items from Around the WorldSpecialties: Sideways Crosses, Emi-Jay, Sugar Bean, VaVa & more…“Like Us” and check in on Facebook and receive a FREE Aroma Bead Bag!MON-SAT 10a.m.-7p.m.

Shop 112Women’s Apparel, Shoes & AccessoriesFun Affordable Fashion… get your entire look for under $100 “Check in” on Facebook or “Instagram us” and get 10% OFF your purchase!MON-SAT 10a.m.-7p.m.SUN 1p.m.-7p.m.

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Sylvia’s Specialty Boutique for WomenSportswear, resort wear, evening salon, Brighton boutique, and shoe salonSpecialties: Pandora, Brighton, Trina Turk, BCBG, Cole Haan and more!MON-SAT 10a.m.-8p.m.

Renee’s of SharylandGifts, Home Decor, Boutique, Restaurant, Spa and SalonBrighton, Pandora, Vera Bradley, Yellow Box, Tom’s Shoes and more!MON-SAT 8a.m.-6p.m.

McAllen MusicademyMusic Instruments: Orchestra Stings, Brass, Guitars and PercussionLessons in Voice, Piano, Guitar, Turntables and More!Give the Gift of Music this Holiday!MON-FRI 2p.m.-8p.m.SAT 10a.m.-7p.m.

Powers Tattoo StudioTattoos and Piercings, Body JewelryIn house designed Local Artwork Family oriented, Pioneers in RGVMON-SAT 12p.m.-10p.m.

Karla’s Jewelry & Gifts Specialty Jewelry, Furniture, and GiftsSpecialties: Sterling Silver, Chan Lu, Pandora, Majorica, Dian MaloufMON-FRI 10a.m.-7p.m.SAT 10a.m.-8p.m.SUN 12p.m.-5p.m.

Fallback RecordsIndependent Vinyl Record Shop and Record LabelIndie, Rock, Classic, Local Music and More! MON-SAT 11a.m.-7p.m.

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Health Foods, Vitamins, and SupplementsMassage Therapy and Fitness Supplies, Personal Care and HygieneMON-SAT 9a.m.-8p.m.SUN 12p.m.-6p.m.

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McAllen Farmers’ Market Fresh Produce, Artisan Food, Local Farms, Arts & Crafts, Hormone Free MeatsJewelry and Gifts Vendors, Local Honey, Breads, Nuts and SeedsSAT 10a.m.-1p.m.

Mission Staycation Farmer’s MarketLocal Vendors, Farmers’ Market, Organic Products, Homemade Treats, Arts & CraftsFirst SAT 3p.m.-6p.m.

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Mama’s Pizzeria—I8Market @ McAllen—E7 Maripoza Boutique—D9 McAllen Convention Center—J5McAllen Musicademy—G8 New York Deli —D9 The O!ce Bar and Grill—H8 Olivier’s French Bakery—H8Palenque Grill—K8PBDs—F5Powers Tattoo Studio—H8Renee’s of Sharyland—G3Republic of the Rio Grande—K8 Roosevelt’s at 7—I7Santa Fe Steakhouse—K7Shop 112—D9Sweet Scoops—G8Sweet Temptations—D9Thai Red Chili’s—E5Wally’s Bicycle Shop—J10

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House Wine, Red, Bar-celona, Ice House and Empire all sit on the same block, making it an attractive area for your night. Wanting to go out, but hate driving from place to place? This block has it all: the deli-cious food and wine at Larry and Jessica Delga-do’s establishment, the vaulted ceilings and high class persona of Empire, or the attractive patio of Red might already be some of your favor-ite places to frequent when you’re all dressed up. Whether you stay at one place, or try out the others, this “Off 17th” district offers a less bus-tled feel than the popu-lar strip. Not looking for a fancy night out? Just want to relax and try something off the beat-en path? Than Sofie’s SS Saloon might be up your alley. Tucked away off of South 10th street, past Highway 83 but pri-or to reaching Military Highway, you will find

one of the oldest bars in McAllen serving up a large outside patio, shuf-fleboard, and beer and wine behind the bar. Some say it’s a dive bar, while others may call it ‘just their style’; we say that you should see for yourself. So whether it’s a date night, friends wanting to compete at shuffleboard, or a night on the prowl, South of Old 83 has something for everyone. Always, we will suggest that you have a designated driver to get you to and from these locations; but especially during the upcoming holidays, we urge you even more to plan out your nights. Drinking becomes less fun when you get hand-cuffed, and we want you to be able to use the Go Guide daily, not gaze at it with longing. So stay safe McAllen, and check out our listings to see what the Southern part of our city has to offer. Enjoy.

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nighttime attraction. Move over several blocks to the corner of 12th and Business 83 and you’ll find what we call the “Off 17th” district.

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Alberico Fine Wine NFL Live Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7p.m.-12a.m.

The Blue Onion Weslaco25+ Craft Beers in Bottles“Tavern Menu”11a.m.-9p.m.

DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJSpecials: Jack Daniels, Wells, Select Shots, Frozen Marg, Select Beers8p.m.-2a.m. house. wine. & bistro. Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beers 11a.m.-12a.m. The Office Bar & Grill Football Specials: Domestic Drafts 32 oz, 22oz 11a.m.-11p.m.

M O N D A Y SRepublic of the Rio GrandeFull Bar, Wine SelectionSit Outside on the Patio!11a.m.-10p.m. Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers, 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.-6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

Santa Fe CantinaPeople’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music DailyFull Bar, Wine Selection5p.m.-2a.m. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3-12a.m.

Alberico Fine Wine NFL Live Craft Beers, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 12p.m.-6p.m.


DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJSpecials: Grey Goose, Wells, Select Shots, Frozen Marg, Select Beers8p.m.-2a.m.

The Flying WalrusLive Local MusicSpecials: Domestic, Import Premiums, Calls$3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizzaKitchen closes at 3a.m.6p.m.-3a.m.

S U N D A Y SThe Office Bar & Grill Football Specials: Domestic Drafts 32oz, 22oz 11a.m.-11p.m.

Roosevelt’s on 7thServer Industry Night Specials: Selected Beers, Mimosas 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.-6p.m. 1p.m.-2a.m.

Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-12a.m.

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Alberico Fine Wine 7p.m.: Letters From the Vineyard with J Whiddon 25 person limit, first come first serve Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7a.m.-12a.m.


Cine El ReyComedy Night – Come Laugh With Us!National touring comedy actsLocal comedians welcome8p.m.-2a.m.

W E D N E S D A Y SDELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJSpecials: Ciroc, Johnny W. Black, Blue Kamikazes, Frozen Margaritas8p.m.-2a.m.

The Flying WalrusSpecials: Domestic, Import Premiums, Calls$3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizzaKitchen closes at 3a.m.6p.m.-3a.m. house. wine. & bistro. Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4-7p.m. Local Live Acoustic Entertainment 8-11p.m. 11a.m.-12a.m.

Alberico Fine Wine TBA: Tuesdays at 2 with Chef Temoshi Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7a.m.-12a.m.


Cine El ReyIndependent Movie Night 7p.m.-10p.m.Tuesday Night Music ClubThe Brotherhood Revival10p.m.-2a.m.

DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJ$4 Crown Royal$3 Wells, Select Shots$2 Frozen Marg, Select Beers8p.m.-2a.m.

The Flying WalrusKaraoke!!!Specials: Domestic, Import premiums, calls$3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizzaKitchen closes at 3a.m.6p.m.-3a.m. house. wine. & bistro. Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4-7p.m. 11a.m.-12a.m.

T U E S D A Y SThe Office Bar & Grill Specials: Domestic Drafts 22oz, Wells, Jager Bombs 11a.m.-11p.m.

Republic of the Rio GrandeFull Bar, Wine SelectionSit Outside on the Patio!11a.m.-10p.m. Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers, 25% off Appetizers 3-6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

Santa Fe CantinaPeople’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music DailyFull Bar, Wine Selection5p.m.-12a.m. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3-12a.m.

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Alberico Fine Wine Live Music: Ram Danesse at 8p.m. NFL Live Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7p.m.-12a.m.

The Blue Onion Weslaco25+ Craft Beers in Bottles“Tavern Menu”11a.m.-9p.m. Cine El ReyWrestling RevolutionLive Wrestling Show$3 7:30p.m.-11p.m.

DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJSpecials: Tito’s, Wells, Frozen Margaritas, Select Beers and Shots8p.m.-2a.m. Empire Lounge NFL Thursdays Specials: Domestics, Buckets 8p.m.-2a.m. The Flying WalrusOriginal Music Night, 4+ BandsSpecials: Domestic, Import Premiums, Calls$3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizzaKitchen closes at 3a.m.6p.m.-3a.m.

house. wine. & bistro. Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or CaseSpecials: House Wine,Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4p.m.-7p.m. Local Live Acoustic Entertainment 8p.m.-11p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

T H U R S D A Y SThe Office Bar & Grill Specials: Ultra Longnecks, Margaritas, Malibu, Melon Balls,Purple Geckos 11a.m.-11p.m.

Republic of the Rio GrandeFull Bar, Wine SelectionLive MusicSit Outside on the Patio!11a.m.-10p.m. Roosevelt’s on 7th Specials: Selected Beers 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.-6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m. (Open Thanksgiving night)

Santa Fe CantinaPeople’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music DailyFull Bar, Wine Selection5p.m.-2a.m. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3p.m.-7p.m. Shuffleboard & Backyard Horseshoes Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-12a.m.

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Republic of the Rio GrandeFull Bar, Wine SelectionLive MusicSit Outside on the Patio!11a.m.-10p.m. Roosevelt’s at 7 Specials: Selected Beers 3-6p.m. 25% off Appetizers 3-6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

Santa Fe CantinaPeople’s Choice “Best Night Spot” Live Music DailyFull Bar, Wine Selection5p.m.-1a.m. Sofie’s Saloon Specials: Domestics 3-7p.m. Wednesday Shuffleboard Tournaments Open to use Grills and Stage 3p.m.-12a.m.

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Alberico Fine Wine Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7a.m.-12a.m.


DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJSpecials: Wells, Select Shots and BeersBottle Service Available8p.m.-2a.m. Empire Lounge High Class FridaysDrink SpecialsBottle Service Available 10p.m.-2a.m.

The Flying WalrusLive MusicSpecials: Domestic, Import premiums, calls$3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizzaKitchen closes at 3a.m.6p.m.-3a.m. house. wine. & bistro. Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4p.m.-7p.m. Local Live Acoustic Entertainment 8-11p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

F R I D A Y SThe Office Bar & Grill Specials: Domestic Longnecks, Pints. Kamikazes, Stolichnaya 11a.m.-11p.m.

Republic of the Rio GrandeFull Bar, Wine SelectionLive MusicSit Outside on the Patio!11a.m.-12a.m. Roosevelt’s on 7th Specials: Selected Beers, 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.-6p.m. Event: Nov. 2nd Join us after Art Walk!11a.m.-2a.m.


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Alberico Fine Wine NFL Live Craft Beer, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar 7a.m.-12a.m.

The Blue Onion Weslaco25+ Craft Beers in Bottles“Tavern Menu”11a.m.-10p.m. DELOREANS 80’s Bar w/ Video DJSpecials: Wells, Select Shots and BeersBottle Service Available8p.m.-2a.m. Empire Lounge Exclusive Saturdays Drink Specials Bottle Service Available 10p.m.-2a.m.

The Flying WalrusLive MusicSpecials: Domestic, Import premiums, calls$3 pizza per slice, $12 whole pizzaKitchen closes at 3a.m.6p.m.-3a.m.

house. wine. & bistro. Boutique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections by the Glass, Bottle or Case Specials: House Wine, Wine Cocktail, Selected Beer 4p.m.-7p.m.

S A T U R D A Y SLocal Live Acoustic Entertainment 8p.m.-11p.m. 12p.m.-2a.m. The Office Bar andGrill Specials: Import Longnecks, Bombay Sapphire, StarF***s 11a.m.-11p.m.

Republic of the Rio GrandeFull Bar, Wine SelectionLive MusicSit Outside on the Patio!11a.m.-12a.m. Roosevelt’s on 7th Specials: Selected Beers 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.-6p.m. 1p.m.-2a.m.


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Pumpkin Pie anybody? Ok, well what about a well crafted beer with all your favorite qualities of your Thanksgiving treat? We’re talking roasted pumpkin notes, daring spice additions and all

the nostalgia that comes along with this seasonal ale. I’ve got three different offerings to bring to your table, all different in their own way, whether in beer style or in selection of ingredients used and quantity. This is a review, not a competition. So there is no winner, just a certain beer for a certain mood (although, you can pick your favorite if you like).

1. BROOKLYN POST ROAD

Pumpkin-** (out of five)

Spice Presence- *** (out of five)

Drinkability-***** (out of five)

Pouring bright, this beer has a well rounded malt and spice balance with aromas more on the nutmeg cinnamon and ginger side. The modest hop addition, light body and level of carbonation lends a dry finish that makes this beer very sessionable.

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2. HARPOON UFO PUMPKIN

Pumpkin-****

Spice Presence-***

Drinkability-***

This beer pours cloudy, which is to style for an unfiltered wheat beer. The spices used give a strong “ground/powdery” flavor that stays on the palate a little longer than the rest. The beer finishes slightly sweet and is the most savory of the bunch.

3. BLUE MOON HARVEST PUMPKIN ALE

Pumpkin-**

Spice Presence-*

Drinkability-****

This beer pours a bright copper/burnt amber color and has a very clean aroma of faint spice and pumpkin pulp. Very malty upfront, which leaves the pumpkin and spice flavors well into the background. Very clean with a dry finish and very low hop bitterness.

This beer can be found on tap at Roosevelt’s at 7.

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Dignan, Class Actress, Nite Jewel @ Cine El ReyDia de los Muertos Concert and Art ShowAll Ages $12-15Doors 6p.m.

Tr3n @The Flying Walrus21+ $Free9:30p.m.

The Brotherhood Revival @Cine El Reyw/Frijoles Romanticos Local Musicians Welcome21+ $Free10p.m.-2a.m.

Jake Cortez @Santa Fe CantinaJazz Band21+ $Free8p.m.-12a.m.



Diversity @Republic of the Rio Grande21+ $Free8p.m.-10:30p.m.

Tank @Santa Fe Cantina21+ $Free9:00p.m.-1.a.m.

Last Page @Santa Fe Cantina21+ $Free9:30p.m.-1:30a.m.


Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina21+ $Free9:30p.m.-1:30a.m.



Jake Cortez @Santa Fe CantinaFlamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental21+ $Free8p.m.-12a.m.

Jake Cortez @Santa Fe CantinaFlamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental21+ $Free8p.m.


Tank @Santa Fe Cantina21+ $Free9p.m.-1a.m.


Last Page @Santa Fe Cantina21+ $Free9:30p.m.-1:30p.m.

Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina21+ $Free9:30p.m.-1:30p.m.




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The Big Show @ Cine El ReyMellow, Tim’s Myth, Ideophonic and moreConcert and Art Show hosted by Alley Art18+ $5-77p.m.-2a.m.

Clueless @Santa Fe Cantina21+ $Free9:30p.m.-1:30p.m






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State and national competitions, dance routines, full make-up and hair, handmade costumes, the life of a drag queen. In LGBT bars and clubs, drag queens in full costume are as common as waitresses wearing revealing clothing and passing around shots are in mainstream venues. The common in one lifestyle however, is uncommon in the other; so for a look inside this performance world, we turned to Lady B, a well-known performer in the Rio Grande Valley’s LGBT community. Lady B is the stage name of Benjamin Benavides, who performs drag as his full-time occupation. Benjamin, who lives his daily life as a gay man, enlightened us on some misnomers and misunderstood aspects of this lifestyle of whom few may understand. Booked Wednesday through Sunday nights at PBD’s in McAllen and Studio 69 in Brownsville, Lady B keeps her books full. She is brought to life nightly through make-up, costume, dance, and (of course) high heels, and as Benjamin put it, “It’s more of an art form than anything else.” This artform, he continues, demands passion in order to be successful, “You have to love it.” “When we dance for a crowd, our goal is to make you relax, have fun, and enjoy the show,” he explained as he described the nightly events held throughout the Valley in clubs like Jackie O’s, Broadway Avenue, PBD’s, and Studio 69. In addition to these bookings, you might be surprised to know that Lady B is also frequently booked by private events for heterosexual clients as well as homosexual. This includes quinceaneras and bachelorette parties, surprising? Internationally, Benjamin also spends part of every year in Spain performing his same character and profiting from the trip. All in all, what we see is a niche of the market that goes unseen by the majority of the mainstream. Although minorities in society, drag queens live a life filled with a strong community support base, family-like ties between them, and fame amongst their peers. Throughout the Valley, there are more than 20 well known performers, and many more who simply have an alternative way of expressing their identities. If you’re interested in catching a show, simply go to any of the bars listed below.

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Monday 5thPFLAG Open MeetingBrownsville, TX(956) 433-3524 for location & time

Saturday 10thArmoire Theatre Presents “Breakfast on Pluto”Film Screening @ Reina’s de Saba Dance Studio355 W. Elizabeth, Brownsville7p.m.-10p.m.

PBD’sLive Entertainment, Lady BDJ, Music Videos, & Dance FloorDrink Specials til 10p.m.8p.m.-2a.m.

Broadway AvenueHosted by Katelyn YorkDrink Specials 16 oz Wells18+ 9p.m. – 2a.m.

Jackie O’sThirsty ThursdaysMC Asa Brooks w/ Veronica Rain, Aloura Honey Mykels, & Guests2 Parties Under 1 Roof: VDJ Master Steve and DJ Mike V on PatioThe Valley’s Hottest Go Go’s 21+ No cover before 10p.m.9p.m. – 2a.m.

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T H U R S D A YPBD’sLive Entertainment, Lady BDJ, Music Videos, & Dance FloorDrink Specials til 10p.m.8p.m.-2a.m.

Studio 69Thirsty ThursdaysSpecials: Wells, Domestics, Shots21+ No cover9p.m.-2a.m.

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Broadway AvenueHosted by Jayden HollanDrink Specials16 oz Wells18+9p.m. – 2a.m.

Jackie O’s Fierce FridaysMC Host w/ Nicole Cast & special guest Dion Summers2 Parties Under 1 Roof: VDJ Master Steve and DJ Mandy on PatioThe Valley’s Hottest Go Go’s21+ No cover before 10 p.m.9p.m. – 2a.m

Broadway AvenueHosted by Katelyn YorkDrink Specials16oz Wells18+ 9p.m. – 2a.m.

Jackie O’s Sizzling SaturdaysMC Miss Gay Texas At Large w/ Valerie Paris2 Parties Under 1 Roof: VDJ Master Steve and DJ Mike V on PatioThe Valley’s Hottest Go Go’s21+ No cover before 10p.m.9p.m.-2a.m.

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Studio 69Promiscuous SaturdayApollo Male Dancers21+ $2 Cover before 11p.m.9p.m.-2a.m.

PBD’sLive Entertainment, Lady BDJ, Music Videos, & Dance FloorDrink Specials til 10p.m.8p.m.-2a.m.

Studio 69Noche Latina18+ No cover before 11p.m.9p.m.-2a.m.

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The Market @ WeslacoLocal Farmer’s Market275 S. Kansas Weslaco5p.m.-7p.m.

PFLAG Open MeetingBrownsville, TX(956) 433-3524 for location & time

Bowling for Kids @ Flamingo BowlBig Brothers, Big Sisters-RGV BranchContact Gloria Silva (956) 286-34046:30p.m.- 8:30p.m.


Bailan Los Muertos @ Weslaco MuseumDia de los Muertos Group Art ExhibitNovember 2nd through 30th500 S. Texas Blvd. Weslaco(956) 968-9142

McAllen Art WalkSelf-Guided Tour of Art Galleries and Art HostsN. Main St. between Ivy and Ebony McAllen6p.m.-10p.m.

Healthy Cooking 101 @UTPAw/ Fooducator Lebby Salinas1201 W. University Dr. Edinburg1p.m.

Fooducation Movie SeriesCine El Rey 311 S. 17th St. McAllen(956) 278-0626$5 Donation1 p.m.

Fooducation Movie Series @Edinburg Historic Auditorium415 W. University Dr. Edinburg(956) 278-0626$5 Donation6p.m.

Armoire Theatre Presents “Breakfast on Pluto”Film Screening @ Reina’s de Saba Dance Studio355 W. Elizabeth, Brownsville7p.m.-10p.m.

Blues on the Hill @McKelvey Park1325 S. 77 Sunshine Strip Harlingen(956) 216-59517p.m.-11p.m.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market @Linear ParkLocal Farmers’ MarketE. 7th St. and Harrison Brownsville(956) 882-58969a.m.-12p.m.

The Market @ Alhambra Local Farmer’s Market 519 S. 17th St. McAllen (956) 821-9173 10a.m.-1p.m.

Shop Ride & Brick Work Out @ Wally’s Bicycles201 N. McColl Rd. Suite D, McAllen7:45a.m. Wheels down at 8a.m.

McAllen Take Steps Walk Benefitting Crohn’s & ColitisLa Vista Park100 La Vista McAllen(646) 430-48412p.m.-5p.m.

H.O.P.E. & UTPA’s “Beginning Farmers Workshops” Youth Education on Farming Yahweh Farms, 19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen RSVP (956) 412-4916

Rocking for the Cure Honoring Ben Karam @Alyssa’s Acres1721-1849 E Mile 2 Rd. Mission6p.m.-8p.m.

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What do Casual Fridays and community service have in common? Inspired by their boss, Hidalgo County District Clerk, Laura Hinojosa’s example of volunteerism, community service and philanthropy, the staff at the county district clerk’s office started a tradition of community service. Every Friday, they collect a “fee” in order to wear jeans and t-shirts to work. They collect the money throughout the year and then donate a randomly selected area non-profit. The t-shirts carry the logo of the chosen non-profit. Last year they donated over $3,000 to Palmer Drug Abuse. This year they will donate the money to the Boys & Girls Club of McAllen. Staff members compete among each other for who can raise the most money and do the most volunteer work. Every month, you will find the staff participating in local fundraisers. They walk for March of Dimes, run in the Relay for Life, conduct food drives at Thanksgiving and collect toys for CASA (Court Appointed

Simply Make A Difference This Holiday That Lasts All Year Long

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Special Advocates) at Christmas. Office manager, Ricardo Contreras says, “By pooling our resources, we can make an even greater contribution to our community.” Since 2008, the Hidalgo County District Clerk Office has collected over $28,638.00 for charitable organizations in Hidalgo County. Laura Hinojosa shares, “What started off as a ‘casual Friday’ has turned into a wonderful way for our staff to give back to our community. We are honored to be able to contribute, in a small way, to different charitable organizations that help improve the lives of people in our community.”

Likewise, the Office

of Development and Advancement at the University of Texas – Pan American (UTPA) under the direction of Veronica Gonzales sets an example for students. Staff chose the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley (FBRGV) as their primary community cause this year. They sponsored Empty Bowls, the annual fundraiser for the FBRGV. UTPA’s Alumni Christmas party will hold a food drive for their Christmas party, December 20th. “UTPA strives to inspire in its students a tradition of giving back. Helping one’s neighbor creates a stronger community,” affirms Veronica Gonzalez, Vice President of University Advancement.

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What will your office do together? Here are a few opportunities.

Volunteer to mentor a child anytime with Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Rio Grande Valley by calling Branch Director, Gloria Silva at (956) 286-3404.Volunteer to walk dogs at the Palm Valley Animal Shelter, call (956) 686-1141. (A brief orientation is required.)Conduct and register a holiday food drive on the website of Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, www.foodbankrgv.com or call, (956) 682-8101 to schedule your group to sort food and prepare boxes for distribution to needy families throughout the Valley.Coach ball, mentor or read to kids with your local Boys & Girls Club. Check websites for seasonal opportunities and contact phone numbers, www.edinburgkids.com; www.bgcmcallen.org, www.pharrkids.org.Toys 4 Tots Holiday Toy Drives conducted by the Marines collects toys at participating stores throughout the holidays.

Laura Reagan-Porras, MS is a community sociologist and consultant for Creative Alignment Consulting which builds capacity with community based organizations to solve social problems, www.CreativeAlignmentConsulting.com.

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H.O.P.E. & UTPA’s “Beginning Farmers Workshops” Youth Education on Farming Yahweh Farms, 19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen RSVP (956) 412-4916


Birds of a Beauty McAllen Tour @Quinta MazatlanRSVP Early at Quinta Mazatlan or McAllen Parks & Recreation Office600 Sunset Drive McAllen(956) 681-3370$7 per person8:30a.m.-11a.m.


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Food Drive @Colonial Holiday FestivalHosted by Covenant Christian Academy4201 N. Ware Rd. McAllenContact Brenda Greagery (956) 343-47065p.m.-9p.m.

Fooducation Movie Series @Cine El Rey 311 S. 17th St. McAllen(956) 278-0626$5 Donation1p.m.-3:30p.m.

The Market @ Alhambra Local Farmer’s Market 519 S. 17th St. McAllen (956) 821-9173 10a.m.-1p.m.


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The Market @McAllen Local Farmer’s Market 4001 N. 23rd St.McAllen (956) 821-917310a.m.-1p.m.


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D E C E M B E R 0 1I&E Network MeetingInvestors & EntrepreneursMcAllen Chamber of Commerce1200 Ash Ave. McAllen(956) 682-28715p.m.-7p.m.


Boots and Bling Christmas Celebration @La Placita Events CenterPharr Literacy ProjectContact Rocio Mata (956) 783-77467p.m.-12a.m.

The Market @WeslacoLocal Farmer’s Market275 S. Kansas Weslaco5p.m.-7p.m.


The Market @McAllen Local Farmer’s Market 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen (956) 821-917310a.m.-1p.m.

Musicademy’s November Recital and Holiday CD Release Party2901 N 10th St., Ste. N McAllen(956) 266-11946:30p.m.-8:30p.m.


Gluten Free Valley Support MeetingMajor Health Food Store1001 S. 10th St. McAllen(956) 278-06263:30p.m.

The Market @McAllen Local Farmer’s Market 4001 N. 23rd St.McAllen (956) 821-917310a.m.-1p.m.


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Alberico Fine Wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H8401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 668-WINE (8466)

Alley Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H81012 Pecan Blvd.McAllen, TX [email protected] The Blue Onion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9925 Dove Ave. McAllen, TX 78504 (956) 682-9884

Broadway Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7200 S. BroadwayMcAllen, TX 78501(956) 310-5935

Callejón de los Milagros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J53300 W. Expressway 83McAllen, TX 78501(956) 683-0330

CC’s Sweets & Tweets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D95401 N. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78504(956) 627-2420

Cine El Rey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7311 S. 17th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 278-0626

Cordoba Café The Social Cup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H81303 N. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 781-9338

Cordon’s Taste of Chicago4304 W. Freddy GonzalezEdinburg, TX 78539(956) 383-4567 The Cupcake Factory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H91414 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 618-9979

Deloreans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E72200 W. NolanaMcAllen, TX 78501(956) 825-1095 Empire Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I81106 Austin Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 212-1675

Fallback Records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I71516 Beech Ave.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 627-2742www.fallbackrecords.com

Fashionista. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I8920 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501(956) 683-1990

The Flying Walrus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7204 S. 17th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 627-0211 House Wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I81117 W. U.S. 83 McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 618-9979

Jaime Guerra Photography (956) 451-0769

Jay’s BBQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E9100 E. NolanaMcAllen, TX 78504(956) 686-2627

The Jewelry Connection1214 E. TylerHarlingen, TX 78550(956) 364-3030

Jones and Jones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D94500 N. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 687-1171

Karla’s Jewelry & GiftsD94915 North 10th Street McAllen, TX 78504(956) 630-1771

La Jaiba Mexican Seafood Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E9400 W. Nolana Ave.McAllen, TX 78504(956) 618-5172

Lexi Chaleff Photography(956) 451-9462

Lone Star BBQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F83619 N. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78501 Los Cazadores. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H7901 N. MainMcAllen, TX 78501(956) 992-9711 Mama’s Pizzeria. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I8401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-7492

Market @ McAllen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E7McAllen Public Library 4001 N. 23rd St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 821-9173

Maripoza Boutique. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D95401 N 10th St., Ste. 109BMcAllen, TX 78504(956) 686-GIFT (4438)www.facebook.com/maripozaboutique

McAllen Convention Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J5700 Convention Center Blvd.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 681-3800

McAllen Musicademy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G82901 N. 10th St. Suite NMcAllen, TX 78501(956) 266-1194 Mission Staycation Farmers Market 202 W. Tom Landry St. Mission, TX 78572 (956) 585-2727 New York Deli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D9829 Dove Ave. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 631-8787 The Office Bar and Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H8116 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 668-7778 Olivier’s French Bakery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H81126 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 682-6548

Palenque Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K8606 E. Expressway 83McAllen, TX 78501(956) 994-8181

PBDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F52908 N. Ware Rd.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 682-8019

Powers Tattoo Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H81122 N. 10th St.McAllen, 78501(956) 686-7890

Renee’s of Sharyland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G32600 East Griffin Parkway Mission, TX 78572(956) 519-9595

Republic of the Rio Grande. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K81411 S. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 994-8385 Roosevelt’s at 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I7821 N. Main St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 928-1994

Santa Fe Steakhouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K71918 S. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501(956) 630-2331

Shop 112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D95401 N. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78504(956) 631-2426www.facebook.com/shop112 Sophie’s “SS” Saloon6601 South 10th Street McAllen, TX 78503 (956) 630-1657

State Farm Arena2600 North 10th Street Hidalgo, TX 78557 (956) 843-6688

Sweet Scoops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G82228 N. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 682-1400

Sweet Temptations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D95401 N. 10th St., Ste. 111McAllen, TX 78504(956) 630-0307

Thai Red Chili’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E53507 N. Ware Rd.McAllen, TX 78504(956) 683-0515 The Market @ WeslacoWeslaco EDC Building 275 S. Kansas Weslaco, TX 78596 (956) 968-5257

Wally’s Bicycle Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J10201 N. McColl Rd.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 971-9253 Yahweh Farms 19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen, TX 78552(956) 412-4916

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