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Tap your feet, move those hips, we won’t judge your moves. Go out and enjoy the shows listed in our GO LIVE section. From flamenco to indie, there’s something here to please your ears.

No matter what your preference, there’s a place for you in our GO LGBT section. Whether your looking for a community event or for a night out on the town, you’ll find it here.

Get involved in your cities. Farmers markets, fundraisers, city and non-profit events can be found here. Take the family or meet new people when you get there. GO COMMUNITY.

THE DIRECTORY: use in concurrence with our GO MAP found in the middle of the guide to locate all your favorite Valley spots.

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It’s beer o’clock every hour listed in our GO DRINK section. Go ahead, get yourself out of the house and meet up with friends at any of our bars listed here. 08

04 Hungry? GO EAT at some of our favorite restaurants for a delicious meal. Choose your food genre and explore new flavors. You won’t find these restaurants anywhere but here.

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Welcome to the October issue of the Rio Grande Valley’s freshest take on publication! If this is your first time reading, allow us to introduce ourselves. We are The Go Guide, and we are dedicated to bringing you monthly, up to date information on what is happening in our cities. In this magazine you will find listings of the Valley’s best locally owned restaurants, bars, live music venues and community events with dates and times for you to check them out. What’s better is this magazine is free to you! We advise keeping it in arm’s reach at all times, just in case you need to check a location, time of a show, or simply have a mid-afternoon craving for a cocktail. We won’t judge how you put it to use, but we do predict that without it you might feel lost. In fact, the inspiration for this magazine came from this feeling of a missing piece of the RGV puzzle. So much happens in our area that many of us aren’t aware of. Instead of staying in the dark, our goal is to bring to light these things that make our cities worth living in. The Go Guide reflects the same values of the Rio Grande Valley in terms of family, togetherness, and giving back to the area from which we came. In this issue’s editorials, you will find these themes throughout. We strongly value the integrity of a business, the ability to trust in the quality and consistency of the products you receive, and the reassurance that the money you spend finds its way back into the community. The businesses that we’ve listed for you are, in our opinion, among those that reflect these qualities. We as well, strive to be this type of business for you. Don’t worry, Valley; we will bring you the best version of our magazine that we can, every month. Get excited: another issue is already in the works.

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If you’ve lived in McAllen long, and you enjoy good food, you have hopefully been to Mama’s Pizzeria and experienced Madeline Scalese’s family run business. Since 2007, Mama’s has been serving up daily its favorite recipes for pizzas, pastas, sandwiches and more. Whether you eat outside on their newly remodeled patio, inside to watch the game, or take a pizza to go, what you eat will be delicious and made in house by someone in the family.

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WHATEVER YOU CHOOSE, YOU CAN GUARANTEE THAT IT WILL BE SERVED WITH A SMILE, IT IS MADE WITH LOVE, AND IT WILL SATISFY YOUR TASTE BUDS.

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If you haven’t been, make sure and look for it as you drive down 10th street between Business 83 and Hackberry Ave. With the patio lit up at night and the billboard broadcasting catchy messages like “Save a taco, eat a pizza,” it’s hard to miss. The inside of the restaurant reflects the feeling of a home-style kitchen restaurant both in appearance and in staff. Most likely your waitress will be Jackie, Heather, Shauna, or Jessica, each a part of the family

and willing to suggest to you their favorite dish. You’ll also probably meet Madeline herself ringing you up at the register and thanking you for your business. It’s these personal touches that make Mama’s food taste even better, and Steve Marino, head chef, enjoys customers and much as cooking. When he can’t be found in the kitchen, it’s probably because he’s out in the restaurant talking to patrons, making sure everything came out

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house. wine. & bistro.“New American” Bistro, Daily Lunch & Dinner Features, 150 + Wine Selections.event: Sept. 5th: Ramian White Dinner with Brian Graham by ReservationMON-THURS: 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.FRI: 11 a.m. - 2 a.m., SAT: 12 a.m. - 2 a.m.

The Office Bar & GrillHomemade Food with Pub Atmosphere, Daily Specials, Homemade Soup of the Day, All Food Prepared In-House and Never Frozen, Family-FriendlyMON-THURS: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

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just right. Ready to visit? Here’s the dish on the menu. Mama’s best seller is (surprise, surprise) their homemade Lasagna. Oven baked and served with delicious toasted bread, it’s hard to beat. Our favorites? The Chipotle Chicken Pasta, Stromboli, and the Margherita Pizza. Not overdone on the garlic or on the price, each of these dishes

satisfies your deepest carb cravings. Speaking of indulgence, desserts are homemade too, like the Banana Caramel Pie made by Madeline’s daughter, Heather. Whatever you choose, you can guarantee that it will be served with a smile, it is made with love, and it will satisfy your taste buds. Moral of the story is? We love Mama’s Pizzeria, and you should too.

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

Olivier’s French BakeryTraditional French Bakery, All Pasteries and Bread Prepared Fresh Daily, Lunch SpecialsMON-SAT: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

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

Roosevelt’s at 7Eatery and Alehouse, Weekly Lunch Specials from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m., 48 Tap Craft Beers, Bottles and WineMON-FRI: 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.SAT-SUN: 1 p.m. - 2 a.m.

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The Blue OnionDaily Specials, Fresh Wraps, Pizzas, Healthy & Fresh Options, Craft Beers & Wine AvailableMON-SAT: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.SUN: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

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

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

La RecovaAregentinian Steak & Contemporary Cusine, Seasonal Menu & Specials, Live Music DailyMON-WED: 5 a.m. - 12 a.m. THURS-SAT: 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Schneider’s German Gasthaus & BeergardenAuthentic German Food and Beergarden, Daily Homemade Specials, German Beers on TapWED-SAT: 5 p.m. - 12 a.m.

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We’ve partnered with Yahweh Farms and several local chefs to bring you what we’re calling “The Monthly Dish”. Here you will find a recipe crafted to include the season’s fresh

produce. Ever wondered what to do with all those veggies and fruits you see on the stands? We’ve got it covered, so stay tuned next month for the November recipe!

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Palenque GrillTraditional Mexican CuisineLive Music Daily“Palenque Trio”SUN-THURS: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.FRI-SAT: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Santa Fe SteakhouseFine Dining Experience, Steak and SeafoodLive Music DailyDaily FeaturesMON-SAT: 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.

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It’s football weather and if you love to root for your favorite team, we suggest you do so at The Office Bar & Grill. McAllen’s own pub style bar and restaurant has the games, the food, and the drinks to satisfy the sports fan in you. Most importantly, The Office is one of the most welcoming businesses we’ve ever visited. Owners Yvette and Hector Ramos have been in business for over two years and have focused on providing their customers with great food, service, and a friendly atmosphere. With the phrase, “The food is great, but the spirits are better,” the Ramos’ made clear that their time and efforts are invested to make the Office a place for the customer (‘spirits’) to truly feel at home. We’re not suggesting you move in, but we won’t blame you

if you feel like it’s always the easiest place to pick for drinks on any given day. On tap, they’re serving both domestic and craft beers such as Leffe Brown and Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, and in the kitchen it’s only homemade and fresh. Chef Bobby Vasquez boasts a never frozen, always fresh mantra for his kitchen, serving up burgers made of all in-house ground brisket and daily specials that match country club style at a pauper’s price. Sounds like a great way to spend your Saturday rooting for or against the Cowboys. If you haven’t been, it’s worth the stop. Order a bacon avocado burger, an ice cold beer and a shot of your favorite tequila, take a deep breath and relax: you’re living the good life.

LOOKING TO GET YOUR MIND OFF WORK? MAYBE YOU WANT A PLACE TO HANG OUT WITH FRIENDS AND HAVE A FEW DRINKS ONCE FIVE O’CLOCK ROLLS AROUND? WHY NOT TRY THE OFFICE? (WE’RE NOT CRAZY, WE PROMISE.)

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Alberico Fine WineNFL LiveCraft Beers, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar7 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Deloreans80’s Bar w/ Video DJ$4 Grey Goose$3 Wells, Select Shots$2 Frozen Marg, Select Beers8p.m. - 2a.m.

El DivinoRe-Opening Soon!

house. wine. & bistro.Botique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections, $4 House Wine, $5 Wine Cocktail, $2 Selected Beer (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.)11 a.m. - 12 a.m.

M O N D A Y SThe Office Bar & GrillFootball Specials: Domestic Drafts, 32 oz. $5, 22 oz. $2.7511 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Roosevelts at 7Selected Beers $3 3-6p.m. 25% off Appetizers 3-6p.m. 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

Sofie’s SaloonDomestics $2.50, Shuffleboard & Horeshoes, Open to use Grills and Stage3 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Alberico Fine WineTBA: Tuesdays at 2 with Chef TemoshiCraft Beers, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar7 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Cine El ReyTuesday Night Music ClubThe Brotherhood Revival10 p.m. - 2 a.m.



T U E S D A Y Shouse. wine. & bistro.Botique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections, $4 House Wine, $5 Wine Cocktail, $2 Selected Beer (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.)11 a.m. - 12 a.m.

The Office Bar & Grill22 oz. Domestic Drafts $2.75, Wells $3.50, Jager Bombs $411 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Roosevelts at 7Select Beers $3 (3 p.m. - 6 p.m., 12 a.m. - 2 a.m.), 25% Off Appetizers (3 p.m. - 6 p.m.)11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

Sofie’s SaloonDomestics $2.50 (3 p.m. - 7 p.m.), Shuffleboard & Horeshoes, Open to use Grills and Stage3 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Alberico Fine WineNFL LiveCraft Beers, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Cine El Rey7th ONLY Salinas Promotions presents Lucha LibreWrestling Revolution


The Office Bar & GrillFootball Specials: Domestic Drafts, 32 oz. $5, 22 oz. $2.7511 a.m. - 11 p.m.

S U N D A Y SRoosevelts at 7Server Industry Specials Selected Beers $3, Mimosas $2 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. 25% off Appetizers 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Event: Oct 13th: 4 Year Anniversary Party! 1p.m.-2a.m.

Sofie’s SaloonDomestics $2.50, Shuffleboard & Horeshoes, Open to use Grills and Stage3 p.m. - 12 a.m.

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

Cine El ReyWrestling RevolutionLive Wrestling Show $3 7:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Deloreans80’s Bar w/ Video DJ$4 Grey Goose$3 Wells, Select Shots$2 Frozen Marg, Select Beers8 p.m. - 2 a.m.


Empire LoungeNFL ThursdaysDomestics $2.50, Buckets $128 p.m. - 2 a.m.

T H U R S D A Y SHillbilly’s Night ClubKaraoke & Live Country Music$2.50 Domestic Bottles$3.50 Wells8p.m.-2a.m.

house. wine. & bistro.Botique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections, $4 House Wine, $5 Wine Cocktail, $2 Selected Beer (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.), Live Acoustic Entertainment (8 p.m. - 11 p.m.)11 a.m. - 12 a.m.

The Office Bar & GrillUltra Longnecks $2.50, Margaritas $4, Malibu $5, Melon Balls / Purple Geckos $411 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Roosevelts at 7 Selected Beers $3 3p.m.-6p.m. 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.-6p.m. 11a.m.-2a.m.

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Craft beer is both hard to beat and hard to miss these days as bars, restaurants, and stores are stocking more and more varieties of tasty brews than the com-mon woman or man can keep up with. That’s why we’ve partnered with Ju-

lian Ybarra from Weslaco’s Blue Onion to help us tell IPAs from Bochs. “Brewon-ion”, Julian, will be filling us in monthly on what we need to know in the craft beer and brew world. Well doesn’t that just make you hoppy?

Alberico Fine Wine7 p.m. Letters from the Vineyard with J. Whiddon (25 Person Limit), Craft Beers, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar7 a.m. - 12 a.m.

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



Hillbilly’sCollege Night: Rock/Country/Dance$6 Pitchers $2 Margaritas8 p.m. - 2 a.m.

W E D N E S D A Y Shouse. wine. & bistro.Botique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections, $4 House Wine, $5 Wine Cocktail, $2 Selected Beer (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.), Live Acoustic Entertainment (8 p.m. - 11 p.m.)11 a.m. - 12 a.m.

The Office Bar & GrillBud and Bud Light Longnecks $2.75, Vegas Bombs $4, LIITs $6, Buchanan’s / Capt. Morgan’s $511 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Roosevelts at 7Select Beers $3 (3 p.m. - 6 p.m., 12 a.m. - 2 a.m.), 25% Off Appetizers (3 p.m. - 6 p.m.)11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

Schneider’s German Gasthaus & BeergardenAuthentic German Beers on Tap, Open to use Stage for Local Artists5 p.m. - 10 p.m. (12 a.m.)

Sofie’s SaloonDomestics $2.50 (3 p.m. - 7 p.m.) , Shuffleboard Tournaments, Open to use Grills and Stage3 p.m. - 12 a.m.

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Alberico Fine WineCraft Beers, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar7 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Roosevelt’s on 7th Selected Beers $3 3p.m.-6p.m. 25% off Appetizers 3p.m.-6p.m. 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.



Empire LoungeHigh Class FridaysDrink Specials 10 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Hillbilly’s Night ClubLive Country Music$6 Pitchers til 11p.m.8p.m.-2a.m. house. wine. & bistro.Botique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections, $4 House Wine, $5 Wine Cocktail, $2 Selected Beer (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.), Live Acoustic Entertainment (8 p.m. - 11 p.m.)11 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Alberico Fine WineNFL LiveCraft Beers, Appetizers, Wine @ the Bar7 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Cine El ReyMovie Night w/ Live Theater13, 20, 27: Rocky Horror Picture ShowDress up as your favorite character, props provided!Movie 12 a.m. - 2 a.m.


Empire LoungeExclusive Saturdays Drink Specials 10 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Hillbilly’s Night ClubLive Country Music8 p.m. - 2 a.m.

house. wine. & bistro.Botique Wine Lounge: 150+ Selections, $4 House Wine, $5 Wine Cocktail, $2 Selected Beer (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.), Live Acoustic Entertainment (8 p.m. - 11 p.m.)12 p.m. - 2 a.m.

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The Office Bar & GrillDomestic Longnecks $2.50 Domestic Pints $2.75 Ka.m.ikazes $4 Stoli $5 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Roosevelts at 7Select Beers $3 (3 p.m. - 6 p.m., 12 a.m. - 2 a.m.), 25% Off Appetizers (3 p.m. - 6 p.m.)event: Oct. 5th: Join us after Art Walk!11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

Schneider’s German Gasthaus & BeergardenAuthentic German Beers on Tap, Open to use Stage for Local Artists5 p.m. - 10 p.m. (12 a.m.)


The Office Bar and Grill Import Longnecks $3 Bombay Sapphire $4.50 StarF***’s $5 11a.m. - 11p.m.

Roosevelts at 7Select Beers $3, Mimosas $2 (1 p.m. - 6 p.m.), 25% Off Appetizers ( 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.)1 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Schneider’s German Gasthaus & BeergardenAuthentic German Beers on Tap, Sports Events Outside, Open to use Stage for Local Artists5 p.m. - 10 p.m. (12 a.m.)


Schneider’s German Gasthaus & BeergardenAuthentic German Beers on Tap, Live Country Music Outside + Open to Use Stage5 p.m. - 10 p.m. (12 a.m.)


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The Brotherhood Revival@ Cine El Reyw/Frijoles Romanticos Local Musicians Welcome21+, $Free10 p.m. - 2 a.m.

All American Rejects@ State Farm Arenaw/ Boys Like GirlsAll Ages, $60+8 p.m.

Rock the Vote Concert @Cine El ReyThe Bad Lovers w/Local Guest Support18+ $Pledge to Vote7:30 p.m.

Jake Cortez @ Santa Fe CantinaFlamenco Guitar, Blues, Instrumental21+ $Free8 p.m.


The Outsiders Tour @ Geo’sThick as Blood, King Conquers and Delusionsw/ Hardside and LeadersAll Ages, $10-126 p.m.

Lower Dens @ Fallback Recordsw/ Jennifer Castle and Blocked NumbersAll Ages, $8-128 p.m.


10 Years@ Geo’sw/The Red Jumpsuit ApparatusAll Ages, $20-227 p.m. - 11 p.m.








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Tiger’s Blood might be one of your favorite raspa flavors, but it’s also one of our favorite facilitators of great music coming to the Rio Grande Valley. Patrick Garcia, music promoter and owner of Tigersblood.org, has been bringing big, not so big to you, and should be big name bands to our area for the past 3 years. Recently partnering with the Historic Cine El Rey Theatre and owners Isaac and Bert Guerra, Ti-gersblood.org has had sev-eral successful shows. The most recent success was the popular Twin Shadow show on September 17th, bringing a crowd of 400 plus to the downtown the-atre. If you haven’t heard of Twin Shadow it might be because they’re not your typical mainstream act. While other promot-ers may look for towards FM radio play to gage their next wager, Tigersblood.org caters to a different community. Included, but not limited to his scope are independent, hipster, new age, and blogosphere

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renowned bands. Patrick, Isaac and Bert share a sim-ilar vision when it comes to music and events in our area: promote music they enjoy. Whether it’s Twin Shadow, Of Montreal, or Cine’s own Brotherhood Revival, you’re sure to get a show that is honestly supported by its venue and promoter. Tigersblood.org’s next big show? The Lower Dens at Fallback Re-cords in McAllen. More out of town talent to diversify our RGV music scene. See you there.

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If you’re Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Transexual, open-minded, or love beautiful people and you haven’t visited Jackie O’s in McAllen on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday night, then you’ve been missing out. A landmark in the LGBT community, Jackie O’s has been serving up hot drink specials, video DJ’s, go-go dancers and more for 3 years running. The atmosphere is welcoming, chic, and hip, and is among the best bars in McAllen for music, drink specials, and entertainment. With an outdoor patio, indoor

dance floor, and sexy clientele, what more could you ask for on a night out? We dare you to try it out and not enjoy yourself. Straight, LGBT, or resisting a label, you might be surprised that you find you fit in just fine. Specific to October, it’s not a surprise that with Splash at South Padre the weekend of the 19th, Jackie O’s will be hosting an official Pre-Splash Party the Thursday before it all kicks off. With special guests, give aways, and as always, a great crowd the 19th is sure to get you ready for your weekend.

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Monday, Oct. 1stPFLAG Open Meetingw/ Guest Speaker Steven AvelarBrownsville, TX(956) 433-3524 for location & time

C O M M U N I T Y E V E N T SFriday, October 19th-Saturday, October 20thSplash South PadreThe Biggest LGBT Event in South TexasFri @ Tequila Sunset: CIRCUS hosted by Katelyn York9 p.m. - 2 a.m.Sat @ The Inn: Splash Pool Bash12 p.m. - 6 p.m.Sat @ Louie’s BackyardPink ‘n’ Purple hosted by Katelyn YorkValerie Pares, Jayden Holland, Lady B, Asa Brooks & Willow BrooksMusic by VDJ Master Steve9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

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Studio 69Sunday Funday$2 Domestics18+, No cover9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Broadway AvenueHosted by Katelyn YorkDrink Specials 16 oz. Wells18+ 9 p.m. – 2 a.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 $1 Draft Beers19th- Official Pre-Splash Party, Special Guests & Give Aways21+, No cover before 10p.m.9 p.m. – 2 a.m.

Broadway AvenueHosted by Jayden HollanDrink Specials16 oz. Wells26th- Phe Phe Ohara from Ru Paul’s Drag Race18+, Buy Tickets in Advance9p.m. – 2a.m.

Jackie O’sFierce 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 Specials16 oz. Wells13th- Pre Splash Party18+ 9p.m. – 2a.m.

Jackie O’sSizzling 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 69Noche Latina18+, No cover before 11 p.m.9p.m. - 2a.m.

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

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H.O.P.E. & UTPA’s“Beginning Farmers Workshops”Youth Education on FarmingYaweh Farms, 19833 Morris Rd.,Harlingen(956)412-4916 (RSVP)10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Fooducation Movie SeriesEdinburg Historic Auditorium415 W. University Dr. Edinburg(956) 278-0626$5 Donation6 p.m.

Healthy Cooking 101 w/ Fooducator Lebby Salinas@ UTPA 1201 W. University Dr. Edinburg$Free1 p.m.

The Market @ Weslaco(Parrot Park)Local Farmer’s MarketCorner of Texas & Bus. 83, Weslaco(956)821-91735 p.m. - 7 p.m.

The Market @ AlhambraLocal Farmer’s Market519 S. 17th St., McAllen(956)821-917310 a.m. - 1 p.m.


Rock the Vote Concert @Cine El ReyThe Bad Lovers w/Local Guest Support18+ $Pledge to [email protected] for more info

H.O.P.E. & UTPA’s“Beginning Farmers Workshops”Youth Education on FarmingYaweh Farms, 19833 Morris Rd.,Harlingen(956)412-4916 (RSVP)10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The Market @ Weslaco(Parrot Park)Local Farmer’s MarketCorner of Texas & Bus. 83, Weslaco(956)821-91735 p.m. - 7 p.m. Fooducation Movie Series

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

Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder@ State Farm Arena2600 N. 10th St., McAllenTickets (956) 972-11447p.m.



Music After HoursArcher Park101 N. Broadway McAllen(956) 681-3333

Sante Fe Wine ClassicQuinta MazatlanBenefitting McAllen Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Program1918 S. 10th St. McAllen$75 TICKETS (956) 682-2871

Music After HoursArcher Park101 N. Broadway McAllen(956) 681-3333

Sante Fe Wine ClassicQuinta MazatlanBenefitting McAllen Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Program1918 S. 10th St. McAllen$75 TICKETS (956) 682-2871

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Or g a n i c , local, and grown with love, the p r o d u c e at Yahweh farms is

something to rave about, but it’s not the whole picture that is painted by owners Diana and Saul Padilla, who opened the farm in 2005 with a vision of making a difference in the RGV. Recently the farm has been reaching out to the community in many ways.

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Their Community Supported Agriculture program, or CSA, offers memberships to have vegetables delivered weekly to the farmers market of your choice. Monthly Community Garden Meetings are also under way with the help of UTPA and the HOPE organization, giving families the opportunity to learn how to farm together on their own plot within Yahweh’s land. To take advantage of their produce, look for their stand at the McAllen, Weslaco, and Brownsville markets. What’s even better? Soon you can find their vegetables at their

very own Farmer’s Market at the farm. Utopia just might exist on Morris Road in Harlingen: seedlings of broccoli and cauliflower are sprouting, tomatoes and peppers are ripening, and chickens are laying their eggs. Check out the proof for yourself at a local farmers market this week where you’ll still find bananas and butternut squash from last harvest and smiling faces bringing promises of the November varieties to come. Mmm, Fall here we come. Thank you, Yahweh Farms, for making it sound delicious.

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



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


Open Farm Day @ Yahweh FarmsMeet & Greet, Tour, CSA Information19833 Morris Rd., Harlingen(956) 412-4916

Fooducation Movie SeriesBrownsville Heritage Museum1325 E. Washington St., Brownsville$5 Donation(956) 278-062612 p.m. - 2 p.m.

I & E (Investors & Entrepreneurs) Network MeetingDo you have an idea to develop? McAllen Chamber of Commerce1200 Ash Ave., McAllen(956)682-28715 p.m. - 7 p.m.


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Alberico Fine Wine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K11 401 North 10th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 687-7492

Alhambra Farmers Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M10 519 S. 17th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 821-9173

The Blue Onion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G11 925 Dove Ave.McAllen, TX 78504(956) 682-9884

Broadway Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L10 200 S. BroadwayMcAllen, TX 78501(956) 310-5935

Cine El Rey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M10311 S. 17th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 278-0626

City Café. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J112901 N. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78501

The Cupcake Factory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K111414 North 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 618-9979

Empire Lounge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L101106 Austin Ave.McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 212-1675

Fallback Records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L91516 Beech AveMcAllen, TX 78501(956) 627-2742

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Hillbilly’s Night Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G116000 N. 10th St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 687-1106

house. wine & bistro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L101117 U.S. Highway 83 McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 618-9979

La Recova. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J11401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-7492

Lexi Chaleff Photography (956)451-9462

Mama’s Pizzeria. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L10401 N. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-7492

McAllen Creative Art Incubator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L101001 S. 16th St. McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 687-2787

Mission Staycation Farmers Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K1 202 W. Tom Landry St.Mission, TX 78572(956) 585-2727

New York Deli II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G11 829 Dove Ave.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 631-8787

The Office Bar and Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K10 116 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501(956) 668-7778

Olivier's French Bakery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K10 1126 Pecan Blvd. McAllen, TX 78501Directory Entries: September(956) 682-6548

Palenque Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J l l606 E. Expressway 83McAllen, TX 78501(956) 994-8181

Roosevelts at 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . K10 821 N. Main St.McAllen, TX 78501(956) 928-1994

Santa Fe Steakhouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N101918 S. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501(956) 630-2331

Schneider’s German Gasthaus & Beergarden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G85507 N. Ware Road McAllen, TX 78501 (956) 451-7195

Sophie’s “SS” Saloon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . South of N106601 S. 10th St. McAllen, TX 78503 (956) 630-1657

State Farm Arena. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . South of N102600 N. 10th StHidalgo, TX 78557 (956) 843-6688

Studio 69 1260 W. Price Rd.Brownsville, TX 78520(956) 590-7111

Weslaco Farmers Market2319 W. Business 83 Weslaco, TX(956) 968-5257 Yahweh Farms19833 Morris Rd. Harlingen, TX 78552(956) 968-5257

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