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  • Family Fun in the RGV: Catch Shrek the Musical This March

    Big Green Fun in the RGV: Shrek the Musical Hits Harlingen Looking for a little magic (and a lot of laughs) this week? Dust off your swamp ears. The Harlingen Community Theatre has officially kicked off its latest production: Shrek the Musical. (Harlingen Community Theatre, 2026) Whether you’re a fan of the original 2001 DreamWorks…

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    Sandra Cruz

    March 1, 2026
    Community, Community Events, Community Theater, Lifestyle, Theater, Theater News
    Community Theater, entertainment, Family Friendly Events, Harlingen Community Theatre, Musical theater, Musicals, Shrek the Musical, theatre
  • 89th Annual Charro Days Fiesta 2026 in Brownsville

    🎉 Celebrate Heritage & Tradition: A Guide to the 89th Annual Charro Days Fiesta 2026 Every year in late February, the city of Brownsville comes alive with color, culture, and community during Charro Days — an annual fiesta honoring the rich Mexican heritage shared on both sides of the Rio Grande. The celebration is named…

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    Sandra Cruz

    February 21, 2026
    Celebrations, Community, Community Events, Festivals, Holiday themed events, Lifestyle, Live Music
    Art, BrownsvilleTX, Charro Days, Family Events, Festivals, music, Sombrero Festival, travel
  • Contemporary Artist Ray Smith Brings Borderlands Perspective to San Benito Museum

    Before the Fall: The Architecture of Vulnerability A Solo Exhibition by Ray Smith February 19 – May 23, 2026 The next exhibition at the San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum is Before the Fall: The Architecture of Vulnerability, a solo exhibition by internationally recognized artist Ray Smith. (San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum, 2026) On view from…

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    Sandra Cruz

    February 14, 2026
    Art, Art Exhibitions, Artists, Community Events, Lifestyle, Museum News
    Art, Art Community, Art Exhibitions, Contemporary Art, exhibition, exhibitions, Local Artists, painting, Ray Smith, RGV Artists, San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum, travel
  • Classic Broadway Musical Guys and Dolls Hits the Camille Playhouse This February

    🎭 Coming to the Camille Playhouse: Guys and Dolls The Camille Playhouse is thrilled to present Guys and Dolls, a musical fable of Broadway filled with romance, comedy, and unforgettable music. (Camille Playhouse, 2026) Performance Dates:February 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, & 22 🎶 About the Show Guys and Dolls is a classic musical romantic…

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    Sandra Cruz

    January 25, 2026
    Community, Community Events, Community Theater, Theater
    Broadway musicals, Camille Playhouse, Community Theater, Guys and Dolls, Musicals, theatre, writing
  • El Paseo Arts Foundation Presents The Sweet Delilah Swim Club

    El Paseo Arts Foundation Presents: The Sweet Delilah Swim Club The El Paseo Arts Foundation’s next production opens this week at the South Padre Island Convention Center. Opening night is Thursday, January 22, and the show runs through Sunday, January 25, 2026. (El Paseo Arts Foundation, 2026) 🎭The Sweet Delilah Swim Club A laugh-a-minute and…

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    Sandra Cruz

    January 18, 2026
    Community, Community Theater, Theater, Theater News
    Community Theater, El Paseo Arts Foundation, Live Theater, Plays, South Padre Island, The Sweet Delilah Swim Club, theatre, writing
  • Inside View: Visiting the 956 Radical Library in Brownsville

    The 956 Radical Library: A Community Space for Radical Learning At a time when books are being pulled from shelves and histories are being erased, spaces like the 956 Radical Library are not just important, they are necessary. Founded in 2021 by Nansi Guevara and Xandra Treviño, the library emerged as a direct response to…

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    Sandra Cruz

    January 12, 2026
    Community, Community Events, Local Libraries
    956 Radical Library, Activism, Banned Books, Book Clubs, Books, Brownsville TX, Community Garden, Community Involvement, Community News, fiction, Gardening, Home Gardens, reading, Reading Resources, Social Justice Literature, Workshops, writing
  • Texas Southmost College Celebrates 100 Years with Its Inaugural Conjunto Festival

    Texas Southmost College Kicks Off Centennial Celebration with Inaugural Conjunto Festival 🎶 Texas Southmost College is launching its Centennial Celebration with the inaugural TSC Conjunto Festival on Saturday, January 17, 2026. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public and promises a full day of music, culture, and celebration. (Texas Southmost College, 2026) Bring…

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    Sandra Cruz

    January 3, 2026
    Celebrations, Community Events, Festivals, Live Music, music
    Brownsville, Community Events, Conjunto Music, Live Music, Michael Salgado, South Texas, Student Competitions, Texas Southmost College, TSC Conjunto Festival
  • Holiday Village in Brownsville: Family-Friendly Holiday Fun

    Family-Friendly Holiday Activities That Matter The holidays offer a special opportunity for families to slow down, reconnect, and create lasting memories through meaningful, family-friendly activities. These moments help strengthen bonds and remind us of what truly matters during the season. The Magic of Holiday Traditions One beloved tradition is visiting Santa Claus, which brings excitement…

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    Sandra Cruz

    December 21, 2025
    Celebrations, Community Events, Holiday themed events, Live Music
    Brownsville TX, Dean Porter Park, Family friendly activities, Holiday Celebrations, Holiday Village, Santa Claus, travel
  • Matilda Takes the Stage at Camille Playhouse

    Matilda the Musical: A Story That Continues to Inspire Matilda the Musical endures because it blends rebellious joy with genuine emotional depth. Based on Roald Dahl’s beloved novel, the show celebrates intelligence, courage, and the power of standing up for oneself, timeless themes that resonate across generations. Its soundtrack is mischievous and heartfelt, capturing childhood…

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    Sandra Cruz

    December 10, 2025
    Community Events, Community Theater, Theater
    Art, Camille Playhouse, Comedy, Community Theater, Matilda, Matilda the Musical, Musical, writing
  • Castilian Roses in December – Honoring Tradition Through Art in San Benito

    Castilian Roses in December: A Celebration of Culture, Art, and Tradition in San Benito “Castilian Roses in December” returns to the San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum and the museum is ready for its next themed group exhibition inspired by La Virgen de Guadalupe. In partnership with the San Benito Chamber of Commerce, the museum will…

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    Sandra Cruz

    November 29, 2025
    Art, Art Exhibitions, Artists, Community Events, Museum News
    Art Exhibitions, Castilian Roses in December, Group Art Exhibitions, San Benito, San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum, Texas
  • A New Chapter for Brownsville: Barnes & Noble Opens Its Biggest Valley Store

    Barnes & Noble Opens Largest Valley Location in Brownsville A Big Day for Local Readers & Book Lovers On Monday, Brownsville celebrated the opening of the largest Barnes & Noble in the Rio Grande Valley at Sunrise Mall. The event kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by special guest author Anamely Salgado Reyes, following…

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    Sandra Cruz

    November 23, 2025
    Business News, Celebrations, Community Events
    Author Events, Barnes & Noble, Books, Bookstore, Brownsville, fiction, literature, reading, Rio Grande Valley, Shopping, Sunrise Mall, Support Local, writing
  • Discover Voices from Around the World at the 32nd Annual CineSol Film Festival

    🎬 Get Ready for the 32nd Annual CineSol Film Festival Celebrating Independent Film Across the Rio Grande Valley The CineSol Film Festival returns this December for its 32nd year, continuing its longstanding mission to uplift, celebrate, and champion the art of independent filmmaking. Founded in 1993 during National Hispanic Heritage Month, CineSol has deep roots…

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    Sandra Cruz

    November 16, 2025
    Celebrations, Community Events, Festivals, Film Festival, Film Screenings
    Brownsville, Cine El Rey Theatre, Documentaries, Film Festival, Film Screenings, Indie Films, inspiration, Johnny Canales, McAllen, music, Rio Grande Valley, Take It Away, Texas, Texas Southmost College, travel
  • Brownsville Latin Jazz Festival 2025 Brings the Heat

    🎶 The Brownsville Latin Jazz Festival Returns — Feel the Rhythm of Tradition and Celebration! Get ready to dance, celebrate, and experience the heartbeat of Latin music like never before! The Brownsville Latin Jazz Festival is back with a star-studded lineup and an unforgettable celebration of culture, rhythm, and community. 🌟 A Legacy Nearly Three…

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    Sandra Cruz

    November 8, 2025
    Celebrations, Community Events, Festivals, Live Music
    Art, Brownsville, Brownsville Latin Jazz Festival, Community Events, Grupo Fantasma, Latin Jazz, Live Music, music, Music Festival, Tito Puente, travel
  • Celebrating Culture and Community at the Carlotta K. Petrina Cultural Center

    Celebrating Life Through Art: DĂ­a de los Muertos at the Carlotta K. Petrina Cultural Center This weekend, I had the wonderful opportunity to be part of the DĂ­a de los Muertos Celebration of Life exhibition at the Carlotta K. Petrina Cultural Center in downtown Brownsville. The center has long been a creative heartbeat for the…

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    Sandra Cruz

    November 3, 2025
    Art, Art Exhibitions, Artists, Celebrations, Community Events, Holiday themed events, Museum News
    Art Exhibition, Artist Community, Artists, Brownsville, Brownsville Art League, Carlotta K Petrina Cultural Center, culture, Day of the Dead, Dia de Los Muertos, events, Local Artists, mexico, travel
  • A Night of Comedy and Catharsis with El Paseo Arts Foundation

    🎭 Coming Soon: The Prisoner of Second Avenue by Neil Simon If you’re looking for a fun night out filled with laughter, quick wit, and a touch of chaos, mark your calendar. El Paseo Arts Foundation is bringing Neil Simon’s “The Prisoner of Second Avenue” to South Padre Island. The show opens Thursday, October 30,…

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    Sandra Cruz

    October 25, 2025
    Community Events, Community Theater, Theater, Theater News
    Art, Community Theater, El Paseo Arts Foundation, Live Theater, Neil Simon, South Padre Island TX, The Prisoner of Second Avenue
  • The Mousetrap Delivers Twists and Tension at the Camille

    Related post: Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap: A Classic Mystery Comes to Brownsville Review: The Mousetrap at the Camille Playhouse By Agatha ChristieDirected by Brandon BinderCamille Playhouse, Brownsville, TX The Camille Playhouse has long been a cornerstone of Brownsville’s local arts scene, bringing classic and contemporary stories to life with passion and creativity. This fall, the…

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    Sandra Cruz

    October 23, 2025
    Community Events, Community Theater, Theater, Theater News
    Agatha Christie, Brownville, Camille Playhouse, Classic Plays, Community Theater, Live Theater, Murder Mystery, mystery, The Mousetrap, Theater, theater-review, theatre
  • A Night of Celebration of Culture and Spirit with MĂ­stica

    Ballet Nepantla Presents MĂ­stica Honoring our ancestors through dance, spirit, and tradition As DĂ­a de Muertos approaches, Ballet Nepantla invites audiences on a journey that bridges the seen and unseen, the living and the ancestral. MĂ­stica is more than a performance—it’s an experience that celebrates identity, memory, and the enduring power of cultural expression through…

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    Sandra Cruz

    October 18, 2025
    Art, Ballet, Celebrations, Community Events, Holiday themed events, Museum News
    Art, Ballet, Ballet Nepantal, Dance, Dia de Los Muertos, Folklorico, Misitica, Modern Dance, music, San Benito, San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum, theatre
  • All Aboard! Harlingen Community Theatre Brings Murder on the Orient Express to the Stage

    Community theater plays a vital role in bringing people together through creativity, collaboration, and storytelling. It provides a space for individuals of all ages and backgrounds to express themselves, develop confidence, and build lasting connections. Beyond entertainment, community theater strengthens local culture by reflecting the diverse voices and experiences within a town or neighborhood. By…

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    Sandra Cruz

    October 11, 2025
    Community Events, Community Theater, Theater, Theater News
    Agatha Christie, Community Theater, Harlingen, Harlingen Community Theatre, Live Theater, Murder on the Orient Express, mystery, theatre
  • Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap: A Classic Mystery Comes to Brownsville

    🎭 The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie Show Dates: October 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 Showtimes:Friday 7:00 p.m.Saturday 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Sunday 2:00 p.m. Step into mystery this October as the Camille Playhouse presents The Mousetrap — Agatha Christie’s classic and longest-running murder mystery. Tickets are now on sale. (Camille Playhouse, 2025) 🔍 About…

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    Sandra Cruz

    October 4, 2025
    Community Events, Theater
    Agatha Christie, Brownsville, Camille Playhouse, Community Theater, Live Theater, Murder Mystery, mystery, The Mousetrap, Theater, Theater Community, theatre
  • Closer to Now: Erick Salazar’s First Solo Exhibition in San Benito

    “Closer to Now: Under the Effect of Form and Color” A Solo Exhibition by Erick Salazar at the San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum The San Benito Cultural Arts Department proudly presents Closer to Now: Under the Effect of Form & Color, the first solo museum exhibition by Rio Grande Valley native and U.S. Marine Corps…

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    Sandra Cruz

    September 27, 2025
    Art, Art Exhibitions, Artists
    Art, Art Community, Art Exhibition, Community Events, Erick Salazar, Local Artists, museum, photography, RGV Artists, San Benito, San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum

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