NEW EXHIBIT AT IMAS

come to McAllen International Museum of Art and Science to see the new art exhibit a replica of an Olmec head donated from the Governor of Veracruz Lic. Fidel Herrera Beltran. You can see this historical art piece in the IMAS Museum. The gift to the city of McAllen by the state of Veracruz is a token of friendship.

Thank you,

Teo Rojas

Music After Hours

Music After Hours is a FREE outdoor concert that happens the 2nd Friday at Archer Park and the 4th Friday at the McAllen Convention Center. The February concert will not be held on the 2nd Friday but on the 1st Friday, February 5th and will be at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with a Mexican Art Show and Artwalk. Come out and enjoy the sounds of local musicians and take in the lovely Mexican Art that will be displayed.

February 1ª is a Mexican Holiday

This will be a long weekend for people from all over Mexico, then on Monday, February 1 rest instead of February 5, when we celebrate the Promulgation of the Constitution of Mexico.

We hope that many of the regiomontanos travel to McAllen to gradually make their purchases early to Valentine `s Day.

Amor y Amistad

Ya las tiendas en McAllen se alistan para este fecha especial,, en la que nos gusta compartir un detalle para festejar el Amor, la Amistad y decir lo especiales que son con un regalo.. Este 14 de Febrero no debemos perder la oprtunidad de ir a McAllen ya que sera fin de semana,, y no solamente para comprar un lindo presente,, sino para pasar el dia mas romantico del año con tu pareja en un excelente restarurant, degustando una deliciosa cena y porque no,, despues de la cena visitar alguno de los bares de la calle 17th que estan muy de moda y seguir la hermosa velada...

Que tengan un lindo martes!!!

This week in McAllen

Here are some of the events happening in and around McAllen this week.

January 28 - McAllen Great Outdoors Nature Speakers Series. Barbara Stroz will present a program entitled All about Caring for Palm Trees at Quinta Mazatlan , 600 Sunset. Program begins at 7:00 pm. Cost: $2.00 for adults,$1.00 for Seniors.

January 29 - Stroll through History Tour at Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset. Enjoy the interpretive presentation including the home's history & families, Spanish architecture, art gallery, and introduction to the nature trails. Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Cost: $2.00 for adults,$1.00 for Seniors.

January 30 - Woodland Walkabout Tour at Quinta Mazatlan, 600 sunset. Explore the wonders of McAllen's big backyard on an interpreted guided tour along a the half-mile of nature trails. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Cost: $2.00 for adults,$1.00 for Seniors and Children.

January 31 - Valley Symphony Orchestra South Texas Youth Concert at 4:00 p.m. at the UTPA Fine Arts Auditorium, Edinburg. Tickets are available at the orchestra's website: valleyorchestra.org

Hope you have the opportunity to get out and enjoy any or all of these events

We just completed the McAllen International Travel Show which happens during the first week of January every year. We are proud that this was the 22nd consecutive year for this show which features exhibitors from literally around the world. We had over 120 booths featuring about 112 exhibitors from Mexico, the Rio Grand Valley, Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Nebraska, Kansas, Canada, Europe and Asia. We had eight cruise lines who also conduced special presentations featuring Alaska and other favorite cruise destinations. Over 12,000 people attended the free show and the exhibitors noted that this may have been the most productive show ever. Next year's dates are Wednesday and Thursday, January 5 and 6.
Tell your friends to come and "let's meet in McAllen.

MUSIC CHANGES LIVES

The McAllen and Rio Grande Valley is proud to have the Valley Symphony Orchestra. Their next performance is coming up soon the Family Series Concerts is January 31, 3 p.m. at the UTPA Fine Arts Auditorium, buy your tickets early it will be a great performance.

Thank you,

Teo

Music After Hours

Music After Hours will be this Friday, January 22nd at 7pm at the Bandstand of the McAllen Convention Center. If you have not come and enjoyed an outdoor concert there yet, then you are truly missing out on a really good time and a really nice surrounding. This week's bands are Rey Perez, The Equations and the Child Forgives & Creates. Tables and chairs are setup but everyone is encouaged to bring their own chairs and blanket and enjoy the music. The weather is supposed to be nice so I hope to see you there.

Perfect weekend for some fun

This seems to me to be the perfect weekend to go out and have some fun. The holidays are over and we're back to our regular routines... but the memories of holiday parties still linger, making us think that all the fun shouldn't be over so soon. I know- let's make a new holiday- call it Let Down Night! That's as in "let down your hair" (a really old saying meaning relax and have some fun)... or as in "if you feel let down after the holidays, let's go out."
I like it.
And 17th Street is calling.

Vacation Planning !

Now that the holidays are over lets get busy and start planning our vacations for 2010. After working all year long you need to get away to an exotic romantic place and relax. Mexico, Puerto Rico or any place in Europe. McAllen and the Rio Grande Valley are also a good choice for a great time not too far from home. Need any suggestions for your trip call me.

Have a happy trip.

Teo

New Ideas and Activities for a New Year

We are always making New Years resolutions that are not feasable or that we get burned out on and give up on. Why not try looking at the New year in a different way. Try new things; things that you didn't know you could. You would be surprised what we offer here at the Incubator. Ever wanted to learn Ballroom Dancing? What about Oil Painting? Yoga has always been a positive way to relieve stress and get yourself healthy. And of course, there is pottery. We offer so many different activities at the McAllen Creative Incubator and they are all reasonably priced. You should look into it. Call Greg Schuller at 956-687-2787 for more information on these and other activities offered.

Mexican Fiscal Reforms

In the conference aisisti this day, commenting on the Fiscal Reforms that began to take effect in 2011, where there will be a huge tax increase, plus all Mexican merchants must print their invoices electronically, and will be collated by the Ministry of Finance, this is to prevent tax evasion.

McAllen International Travel Show

Come to the McAllen International Travel Show! Explore a world of travel opportunities at the 22nd Annual McAllen International Travel Show. Learn about the 2010's top travel trends and save on vacations to our most-popular destination such as Europe, Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico and Walt Disney World. Enjoy the performance from groups like the Ballet Folklorico de Monterrey, Rey Duran Flamenco Group and much more, and its all free.

Will see you there.

Thank you,

Teo

Feliz Dia de Reyes

Tradition has it that came from the East, three wise men, and they were guided by a star (The Star of Bethlehem) which led them to Bethlehem. They sought the newborn Jesus and worshiped him, offering gold (representing its true nature as a present given to the kings), incense (representing his divine nature, used in worship at the altars of God) and myrrh (a compound embalmer for the dead, representing the future suffering and death of Jesus).
In central and southern Mexico, the children write a letter to the Wise Kings asking for the gifts they want and ensuring their good behavior during the year.
Throughout Mexico and it is customary to share a family meal (roll) on Jan. 6, a Rosca de Reyes, hiding several small plastic dolls that represent the baby Jesus, one who at the time the thread is from one of them is charge of making tamales and atole or inviting 2 February, honoring Saint Candelaria... So wait for an invitation.

Cultural Arts Classes for 2010

We started the New Year off with a Cumbia Dance Workshop last night that was excellent. The presenter, Sam Montezco from DCM, taught the 60 plus people in attendance the basic steps of the Cumbia and then some. We had over 30 people who were walk-ins, so needless to say the Auditorium was packed. Our next Cultural Arts & Entertainment Series (CAES) workshop is Tuesday, January 19th and will be a Yoga Workshop presented by Irma Burr. For an up to date listing of all CAES Workshops planned for this year, go to www.mcallenart.com or contact Greg Schuller at 956-687-2787 for more information.