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Fiesta de Palmas gives back, offers events for public

Wed, 10/20/2021 - 12:00am

This year, Fiesta de Palmas, taking place on Oct. 22-24, welcomes its first pumpkin patch to the annual cultural festival. The “Fiesta Fun Pumpkin Patch” will offer attendees the chance to get that Instagramable photo opportunity and purchase a pumpkin, as well. Fiesta de Palmas is not only introducing this fun family experience, but also giving back with all proceeds going to the Make- A-Wish Foundation. In fact, 100% of the proceeds from the pumpkin patch will be going toward Make- A-Wish.

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Edinburg set to host first poetry festival

Wed, 10/20/2021 - 12:00am

EDINBURG — Craft Cultura and the City of Edinburg are teaming up and excited to announce Edinburg’s first Spoken Word Poetry Festival, Untamed Tongues: Poets Sin Fronteras. This poetry festival celebrates our Mexican American culture on the South Texas borderlands. We explore our past, present, and future as a community through the art of storytelling. Join us for a night full of art and culture at the McIntyre Promenade Courtyard (415 W. University Drive) on Friday, October 22nd from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Celebrate life on the borderlands as an array of poets from different regions of the Valley perform their original poems for the first time.

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Energetic puppy or three-legged lap dog?

Wed, 10/20/2021 - 12:00am

Casino is a neutered Blue Heeler, born on June 6, 2021. He’s a friendly and happy little guy, filled with energy, who loves people and other dogs. Casino has led a charmed life. His mother’s name is Lady Luck and he is hoping that he will be lucky enough to be going home soon with his forever person or family. He loves to play “fetch” and has been described as a real charmer. He’ll make a great companion, so if you’re looking for a sweet, handsome young dog, give us a call today.

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Pharr Community Theater to host acting, screenwriting classes

Wed, 10/20/2021 - 12:00am

The Pharr Community Theater, Co. will offer classes in acting and/or in screenwriting for children, teens & adults. Each workshop will consist of 8 one hour classes starting November 1 through November 26. The cost is only $60 per student, class size limited to the first 10 to register per class.