Not Your Mother's Art Exhibition

The McAllen Arts Council is sponsoring its second annual Fine Arts Show this week through 10 pm Friday night at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Avenue, 1/2 block east of Archer Park. Some of the McAllen area's best artists are exhibiting and selling their art. There are oils and watercolors enough to please any traditional art aficionado, but there's also a lot of funky art- sculptures, jewelry, mixed media and just "different" expressions. Plus, you get to vote for your favorite artist. Stop in Thursday any time from 8 to 5 or Friday from 6 to 10. Music After Hours will be going on Friday night, too, so it's a multi-arts experience in McAllen. Come check it out.

CAINTRA Annual Assembly

Last Thurday I atended the Annual Assembly of the Monterrey Chamber of Industry (CAINTRA) where also 2,000 entrepreneurs attended. The keynote speaker was Guillermo Ortiz Martinez, former Governor of the Bank of Mexico

The weather here in McAllen is just about as good as it can possibly get. Lows are about 60 and highs are about 80 every day! I played golf yesterday and the grass is emerald green, the birds are chirping and life is good! Don't ever "sample" new golf clubs (if you are a serious golfer) unless you are prepared to buy a whole new set. For the second time in five years, when the salesman came by with all the latest and greatest, I planned to buy one specific club. For the second time in five years, I loved 'em all and puchased a whole new set. They have a machine now that tells you EVERYTHING about your swing and the trajectory and flight of the ball. So..I was buying with confidence and so far, having used them in a real game twice, I'm really glad I got 'em. Golfing is ABUNDANT in McAllen with several really good golf courses available in town or right next door-so "let's meet in McAllen!"

If you want more information or just to chat, call me at 9456-682-2871 or email me at jdeuser@mcallencvb.com.

MAC Fine Art Show

The McAllen Arts Council's 2nd Annual Fine Art Show is currently open and on display at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce, located at 1200 Ash Ave in McAllen. The show features the fine works of local arts and runs through Friday, April 2 in conjunction with Artwalk. Admission is FREE and everyone is encouraged to come and enjoy the incredible works of art displayed.

Interested in the Arts in McAllen...

For those interested in looking or buying Art work in McAllen, you will find the following link quite useful, here are several venues here in McAllen that carry and display art or that cater to the arts. McAllen Art www.mcallenart.com also has useful information on art and entertainment programs in the McAllen area.

http://www.mcallenart.com/Venues

McAllen Chamber: "Let's make sure McAllen is counted and accurately represented"

The McAllen Chamber of Commerce takes this opportunity to remind the public about the importance of filling out and returning the 2010 Census form by April 1.

“Let’s make sure McAllen is counted and accurately represented.” Steve Ahlenius, President & CEO of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce said, as he explained that everyone needs to participate in this once-a-decade count of our population. “It directly affects how more than $500 billion per year in federal funding is distributed.”

April 1st 2010 is National Census Day. Residents should use this day as a point of reference for sending their completed forms back in the mail. From April - July 2010 Census takers will visit households that did not return a form by mail.

“Participating in Census 2010 means a brighter tomorrow for everyone,” Nancy Millar, Vice-President and Director of the McAllen Visitors Bureau said. “In fact, the information the census collects helps to determine how federal funding each year is spent on infrastructure and services like: Hospitals, job training centers, schools, senior centers, emergency services, bridges, tunnels and other-public works projects.”

For more information about Census 2010, you may visit http://2010.census.gov

Tres Ranchos Photography - April 15-17, 2010

Spring....
One of the most delightful seasons in the Rio Grande Valley.

The weather is mild and the landscape responds with colors & wildlife. Enjoy lectures & day trips, but no tests!

We have brought together the best talent creating an outstanding workshop at Quinta Mazatlan, McAllen Wing of the World Birding Center. www.quintamazatlan.com

Tres Ranchos Photography - April 15-17, 2010
Instructors: Larry Ditto, Ruth Hoyt, Paul Denman
Three day series features a half-day workshop and half-day out in the field. Visit a new South Texas ranch each day.

Price: $599 (Includes breakfast and lunch)
Recommendations: Minimum 400mm Telephoto lens, flash & tripod. Participant should be familiar with using own photo equipment.

Register online at:
www.mcallenchamber.com
Phone: (956) 682-2871
Fax: (956) 631-8571
Email: mmunoz@mcallencvb.com