Editor’s Note

Hey RGV fam,

I had a lot of fun putting this very first issue together — and it reminded me just how much is happening here every week. If this roundup helps even a few more folks find their weekend plans (or support a local biz), then it’s already worth it. 🙌

Quick Poll

Pumpkin spice is back everywhere — but let’s be real, in the Valley we’re still sweating through iced coffees ☀️🧊.

So tell us: where do you stand?

• • • 🎃 Love it — PSL all day!
      
    • 🙅 Overrated — I’ll pass.
    • 🧊 This is the RGV… iced coffee forever.

Vote Over Here

Anime Fiesta — Oct 3–5, McAllen Convention Center (Cosplay, panels, gaming, special guests). 🎟️ Ticketed

Alfred Robles Comedy Night — Oct 3, McAllen Performing Arts Center (LA comic). 21+

Brownsville Fire Fest 2025 — Oct 4, Brownsville Sports Park (fire demos, music & fireworks). Free

Rock Orchestra by Candlelight — Oct 4, McAllen Performing Arts Center (rock anthems + symphony).

Camp RIO Fall Fest — Oct 3, Brownsville (archery, canoe rides, carnival games). Family-friendly

McAllen/Mission

Anime Fiesta | Oct 3–5 | McAllen Convention Center
👉 Buy tickets here

Alfred Robles Comedy | Oct 3, 7 PM | McAllen Performing Arts Center

👉 Grab your tickets here

The Rock Orchestra | Oct 4, 8 PM | McAllen Performing Arts Center

👉 More info here

McAllen After Dark: Murder Mystery | Oct 3 | 301 S Main St | Interactive theater

👉 Purchase tickets here

Live2Lead | Oct 3 |  2214 W Griffin Pkwy, Mission, TX  | Leadership / development

👉 Get tickets here

Women’s Networking Night @ Peter Piper Pizza (McAllen)|  Oct 7 | 4:30–7 PM | Free

Free pizza & drinks • Q&A with Christina • Strategies checklist • Casual networking. Yoga pants welcome!

📞 Call 956-802-0004 for details.

Harlingen & Weslaco

Harlingen Market Days | Oct 4, 9 AM–3 PM | Downtown Harlingen | Free

👉 Register here

KPOP Demon Hunters + Sip & Paint Market | Oct 4, 5–10 PM | Harlingen Bazaar

👉 Check Instagram

Warbirds Over Weslaco | Oct 4 | Weslaco Airport |  Vintage warbird flights, meet pilots, aviation displays.

👉 See more details here

Brownsville

First Friday + Lucha Libre  | Oct 3 | Downtown Brownsville

👉 Check official FB post

Brownsville Fire Fest 2025   | Oct 4 | 5–9 PM | Brownsville Sports Park | Free entry

👉 Read More

Camp RIO Fall Fest  | Oct 3 | 4–8 PM | Gate 1, Camp RIO | Carnival games, archery, canoe rides & food trucks

👉 Go to Camp RIO's official website

Fri, Oct 3 🌞

Mostly sunny, 92° / 74° → Perfect for First Friday in Brownsville!

Sat, Oct 4 🌦️

Morning shower, then sun, 90° / 73° → Markets may be damp early, but sunny later.

Sun, Oct 5 🌞

Hot & sunny, 95° / 73° → Best day for SPI or the pool.

Wonderland Mysteries Theater at McAllen Public Library

This isn’t just theater — it’s a collaboration between The Player’s Studio and the RGV Down Syndrome Association, bringing inclusive storytelling to the Valley.

📅 Thu, Oct 9 | 6 PM | McAllen Public Library

🎟️ Get Tickets

Pearly Whites Lounge (Pharr)

Brighten your smile with boutique whitening, run by local mompreneur Sara Ramirez.

💎 1-hour sessions (~$85)

💎 Quick touch-ups (~$55)

💎 Buddy discounts available

👉 Text 956-534-4092 or click here to book

💡 Want your biz here? 👉 Sponsor Info

Meet Rosalie

• • • 🐶 Social butterfly — loves dogs & people
    • 🍖 Knows how to sit on command (especially for treats)
    • 💕 Shelter favorite since she was a pup

📍 Palm Valley Animal Society (Andrews General Housing)

🆔 Animal ID: PVAS-A-183674

👉 Apply to Adopt Rosalie

RVG Tacos del Guero (Pharr / Edinburg)

A local favorite for plates and tacos — can’t miss if you’re in the area. 🌮

👉 Check Them Out

🧠 Trivia Time

Which Valley city is home to the Iwo Jima Monument?

A) Brownsville

B) Harlingen

C) McAllen

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

😄 Joke

Why did the sandcastle blush? Because it saw the tide coming. 🏖️

🌱 Quote

“Wherever life plants you, bloom with grace.”

✅ Life Hack

Going to SPI? Sprinkle baby powder on sandy feet before hopping in the car — sand slips right off.

📌 Trivia Answer

B) Harlingen — home to the Iwo Jima Monument at the Marine Military Academy.

Did you get it right? 🤓

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