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Today (Friday 5/23)

EVENTS

Acting Lessons
Details: Learn acting through voice and movement exercises, skits, improvisations, character development and script analysis. Group, private and home lessons available.
Where: McAllen Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call: Pedro Garcia, (956) 655-9308.

Dance Conservatory Classes
Details: Classes in ballet; jazz/hip hop; flamenco; folklorico; ballroom; belly dancing; tumbling
Where: Dance Conservatory of McAllen, 4320 N. Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen
Call: (956) 682-7417

Danz Academy Dance Classes
Details: Ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, folklorico, salsa
Who Can Participate: Ages 3 and older
Where: The International Danz Academy, 1020 Zinnia, McAllen
Call: Dr. Gary Mounce (956) 381-1319
E-mail: gmounce@aol.com

Deborah Case Dance Academy Classes
Details:  Classes in ballet; pre-school combo classes; tap; jazz; hip hop; tumbling; adult salsa; cheerleading; zumba; belly dancing; adult ballet and fitness. The first class is free of charge. Special class offered for men and boys only.
Who Can Participate: Anyone older than 3
Where: Deborah Case Dance Academy, 5240 North 10th St., Suite No. 5, McAllen
Call: (956) 682-2721
Online: www.dcda.com

Exhibit to Benefit Science Learning 
Details: More than a year has gone into the project to acquire the Science on a Sphere (SOS) exhibition as a permanent display at IMAS. The exhibit is developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is used primarily as an education and outreach tool to describe the environmental process of the earth. Still need to raise $183,000.
When: Ongoing
Where: IMAS, McAllen, (at the intersection of Bicentennial and Nolana Ave.).
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for students & seniors, $3 for children and $2 for all ages on Sundays only.
Call: Serena M. Rosenkrantz, Executive Director, (956) 682-0123

Melba's School of Dancing Classes
Details: Pre-school and adult classes in dance and gymnastics; ballet; tap; jazz; hip hop; cheerleading; and tumbling.
Where: Melba's School of Dancing, 2100 N. 10th Street, McAllen
Call: (956) 686-1411
Online: www.melbasdance.com, www.gettix.net

Pilates Mat Classes
Details: Ongoing classes in McAllen and Edinburg in the original system of mat exercises as developed by Joseph Pilates are taught by Laura Guerra, certified mat Instructor of The Pilates System and practitioner of Pilates for 16 years. Free trials.
When: Morning and evening classes available
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call:  (956) 821-6275

RGV Aikikai Classes
Details: Aikido is a non-violent martial art that translates as the way of the spirit of harmony. The goal is to blend with an opponent's movement, redirect it, and resolve the conflict as peacefully as possible. Regular aikido practice has many benefits, some of which include: self-defense, increased energy, better focus, flexibility, self-confidence,
and relaxation.
Who Can Participate: All ages
When: Daily
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 E. Owassa Road, Suite No. 15 (one block east of U.S. Highway 281)
Call: (956) 781-9616

Salsa Dance & Fitness Classes
Details: Classes for cha-cha-cha, teen hip-hop; salsa; belly dancing; salsa styling for men and women; bachata; salsa couples; meringue; boot camp abs; salsa cardio; intermediate couples; quinceañeras; wedding rehearsals; beauty pageant rehearsals
Who Can Participate: Adults and children
Where: Salsa Dance and Fitness, 400 W. Nolana, Suite No. N2, McAllen.
Call: (956) 566-9555
Email: salsamcallen@rgv.rr.com
Online: For a complete schedule visit www.salsadanceandfitness.com

Wine Class & Taster
Details: To best judge the wines to be tasted, fresh fruit, cheese and French bread will be served. No reservations required.
When: 7 p.m. on Fridays.
Where: Le Bistro Café, 709 N. 10th St., McAllen. (Sahadi's)
Cost: $10.
Call: (956) 682-3419.

Every Week:
Fifth Street
When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Thirsty Monkey, 119 W. Nolana, McAllen.
Online: www.mythirstymonkey.com

Lady Luck
With: Rosely & Pancho Stern.
When: 7 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Social Club, 205 Conquest Blvd., Edinburg.
Call: (956) 316-4700.

Grupo Sazon
When: 9 p.m.
Where: Mojitos Restaurant & Bar, 4853 N. McColl St., Ste. B, McAllen.
Call: (956) 630-2220.

Jag 3
Where: The Social Club, 205 Conquest Blvd., Edinburg.
Call: (956) 316-4700.
Online: www.thesocialclubonline.com

Tim Perez, "The Lone Moondog"
Style: Rock and popular cover songs.
When: 7 to 11 p.m.
Where: Joe's Crab Shack, McAllen.

Renee Sandoval
Style: Jazz
When: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Remington's Lounge, 1800 S. 2nd St., McAllen. (Inside Embassy Suites).
Call: (956) 460-3935.

Center Stage Karaoke
Where: La Casa Del Taco, 321 W. University Dr., Edinburg.
Call: (956) 624-2020.
Online: www.cskrgv.com

Manny Saenz
Where: The Social Club, 205 Conquest Blvd., Edinburg.
Call: (956) 316-4700.
Online: www.thesocialclubonline.com

Rio Grande Jazz
When: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Cornerstone Grill, 2702 Cornerstone Blvd., Edinburg.
Call: (956) 661-0000.
Online: www.csgrill.net

Tomorrow (Saturday 5/10)

EVENTS

Acting Lessons
Details: Learn acting through voice and movement exercises, skits, improvisations, character development and script analysis. Group, private and home lessons available.
Where: McAllen Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call: Pedro Garcia, (956) 655-9308.

Aikakaido Center of South Texas Classes
Details: ACST has been in existence sine 1998 and is a member of the Suginami Aikikai.
When: For children, 7 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 11:20 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Saturdays. For adults, 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
Cost: $50 per month.
Call: Joe Cavazos, (956) 369-6423.
Online: www.acst.zoomshare.com, www.valleyaikido.homestead.com or www.freewebs.com/acst.
Children's Classes
Details: Saturday morning children's classes.
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Saturday.
Where: Gladys Porter Zoo, 500 Ringgold St., Brownsville.
Call: Gladys Porter Zoo, (956) 546-2177.

Club Inc. 
Details: Free party with special presentations by: Rave Dancer-Pyro, rap artists and live with DJ TITAN. Cool drinks for sale.
When: 8 p.m., Saturday, May 31, 2008.
Where: McAllen Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: Free
Call: McAllen Creative Incubator, (956) 687-2787.

Dance Conservatory Classes
Details: Classes in ballet; jazz/hip hop; flamenco; folklorico; ballroom; belly dancing; tumbling
Where: Dance Conservatory of McAllen, 4320 N. Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen.
Call: (956) 682-7417

Dance Workshops
Details:  Five-week course on two-step, waltz, swing, cha cha and line dancing
Who Can Participate: Ages 12 and older.
When:  7 to 8 p.m., Tuesdays
Where: McA2 Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th Street, McAllen
Cost: $10
Call: Hilda Cohen at (956) 342-5996 for schedule or to sign up

Danz Academy Dance Classes
Details: Ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, folklorico, salsa.
Who Can Participate: Ages 3 and older.
Where: The International Danz Academy, 1020 Zinnia, McAllen.
Call: Carolyn Metzger at (956) 682-8835.

Deborah Case Dance Academy Classes
Details:  Classes in ballet; pre-school combo classes; tap; jazz; hip hop; tumbling; adult salsa; cheerleading; zumba; belly dancing; adult ballet and fitness. The first class is free of charge. Special class offered for men and boys only.
Who Can Participate: Anyone
older than 3
Where: Deborah Case Dance Academy, 5240 North 10th St., Suite No. 5, McAllen
Call: (956) 682-2721
Online: www.dcda.com

Exhibit to Benefit Science Learning 
Details: More than a year has gone into the project to acquire the Science on a Sphere (SOS) exhibition as a permanent display at IMAS. The exhibit is developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is used primarily as an education and outreach tool to describe the environmental process of the earth. Still need to raise $183,000.
When: Ongoing
Where: IMAS, McAllen, (at the intersection of Bicentennial and Nolana Ave.).
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for students & seniors, $3 for children and $2 for all ages on Sundays only.
Call: Serena M. Rosenkrantz, Executive Director, (956) 682-0123

Halo Tournament 
Details: Grand Prize Halo 3 Legendary Edition;1st Prize Halo 3 Limited Edition and 2nd Prize Halo 3 Standard Edition.
When: Every Saturday at 11 a.m. through Aug. 9.
Where: Chicago Deli, 1552 Palm Blvd. Ste 18, Brownsville.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $10 to $80.
Call: Chicago Deli, (956) 550-0711.

Los Caminos Del Rio
Details: Wildlife tour on bike and kayak.
When: 9 a.m. on Saturdays and 1 p.m. on Sundays.
Where: Granjeno Public Facility, Granjeno.
Who Can Participate: all ages.
Cost: $10 for bikes only.
Call: (956) 483-4246.

Melba's School of Dancing Classes
Details: Pre-school and adult classes in dance and gymnastics; ballet; tap; jazz; hip hop; cheerleading; and tumbling.
Where: Melba's School of Dancing, 2100 N. 10th Street, McAllen
Call: (956) 686-1411
Online: www.melbasdance.com, www.gettix.net

Midnight Shows
Details: 1950's themed movie party at 10 p.m. and a sing along version of "Grease" at midnight.
When: 10 p.m., Saturdays.
Where: Border Theater, 905 N. Conway, Mission.
Cost: $10 or $5 with 50's themed costume.
Call: (956) 624-2020.
Online: www.cskrgv.com

Pilates Mat Classes
Details: Ongoing classes in McAllen and Edinburg in the original system of mat exercises as developed by Joseph Pilates are taught by Laura Guerra, certified mat Instructor of The Pilates System and practitioner of Pilates for 16 years. Free trials.
When: Morning and evening classes available
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call:  (956) 821-6275

RGV Aikikai Classes
Details: Aikido is a non-violent martial art that translates as the way of the spirit of harmony. The goal is to blend with an opponent's movement, redirect it, and resolve the conflict as peacefully as possible. Regular aikido practice has many benefits, some of which include: self-defense, increased energy, better focus, flexibility, self-confidence,
and relaxation.
Who Can Participate: All ages
When: Daily
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 E. Owassa Road, Suite No. 15 (one block east of U.S. Highway 281)
Call: (956) 781-9616

Salsa Dance & Fitness Classes
Details: Classes for cha-cha-cha, teen hip-hop; salsa; belly dancing; salsa styling for men and women; bachata; salsa couples; meringue; boot camp abs; salsa cardio; intermediate couples; quinceañeras; wedding rehearsals; beauty pageant rehearsals
Who Can Participate: Adults and children
Where: Salsa Dance and Fitness, 400 W. Nolana, Suite No. N2, McAllen.
Call: (956) 566-9555
Email: salsamcallen@rgv.rr.com
Online: For a complete schedule visit www.salsadanceandfitness.com

Saturday Night Dance Party
Details: Free popcorn and ice, set-ups available, singles are welcome.
With: The Country Magic Band.
When: 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturdays.
Where: Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon Ave., Mission.
Cost: $4 per person.
Call: (956) 583-0204

Yoga Classes
Details: Come join a dedicated group of people in movement classes designed to free the body of chronic pain and stiffness, increase strength and ease of motion.
When: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 Owassa Road, Suite 15, Pharr.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $35 to $45 per month. No contracts!
Call: (956) 781-9616.
Online: www.mundobelloinstitute.org

Every Week:
Lady Luck
With: Rosely & Pancho Stern.
When: 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Rodz Grill & Bar, 1204 E. Canton Road, Edinburg.
Call: (956) 383-4600.

La Mision
When: 10 p.m.
Where: Sahadi Café, 709 N. 10th St., McAllen.
Call: (956) 682-3419.

Rio Grande Jazz
When: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Cornerstone Grill, 2702 Cornerstone Blvd., Edinburg.
Call: (956) 661-0000.
Online: www.csgrill.net.

Robert Perez
When: 9 p.m.
Where: The Social Club, 205 Conquest Blvd., Edinburg.
Call: (956) 316-4700.
Online: www.thesocialclubonline.com or www.myspace.com/phantomvangogh.

Tim Perez, "The Lone Moondog"
Style: Rock & popular cover songs.
When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Thirsty Monkey, 119 W. Nolana, McAllen.

Renee Sandoval
Style: Jazz
When: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Remington's Lounge, 1800 S. 2nd St., McAllen. (Inside Embassy Suites).
Call: (956) 460-3935.

Sunday (5/11)

EVENTS

Acting Lessons
Details: Learn acting through voice and movement exercises, skits, improvisations, character development and script analysis. Group, private and home lessons available.
Where: McAllen Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call: Pedro Garcia, (956) 655-9308.

Children's Classes
Details: Saturday morning children's classes.
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Saturday.
Where: Gladys Porter Zoo, 500 Ringgold St., Brownsville.
Call: Gladys Porter Zoo, (956) 546-2177.

Dance Conservatory Classes
Details: Classes in ballet; jazz/hip hop; flamenco; folklorico; ballroom; belly dancing; tumbling
Where: Dance Conservatory of McAllen, 4320 N. Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen
Call: (956) 682-7417

Dance Workshops
Details:  Five-week course on two-step, waltz, swing, cha cha and line dancing
Who Can Participate: Ages 12 and older
When:  7 to 8 p.m., Tuesdays
Where: McA2 Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th Street, McAllen
Cost: $10
Call: Hilda Cohen at (956) 342-5996 for schedule or to sign up

Danz Academy Dance Classes
Details: Ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, folklorico, salsa
Who Can Participate: Ages 3 and older
Where: The International Danz Academy, 1020 Zinnia, McAllen
Call: Carolyn Metzger at (956) 682-8835

Deborah Case Dance Academy Classes
Details:  Classes in ballet; pre-school combo classes; tap; jazz; hip hop; tumbling; adult salsa; cheerleading; zumba; belly dancing; adult ballet and fitness. The first class is free of charge. Special class offered for men and boys only.
Who Can Participate: Anyone
older than 3
Where: Deborah Case Dance Academy, 5240 North 10th St., Suite No. 5, McAllen
Call: (956) 682-2721
Online: www.dcda.com

Exhibit to Benefit Science Learning 
Details: More than a year has gone into the project to acquire the Science on a Sphere (SOS) exhibition as a permanent display at IMAS. The exhibit is developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is used primarily as an education and outreach tool to describe the environmental process of the earth. Still need to raise $183,000.
When: Ongoing
Where: IMAS, McAllen, (at the intersection of Bicentennial and Nolana Ave.).
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for students & seniors, $3 for children and $2 for all ages on Sundays only.
Call: Serena M. Rosenkrantz, Executive Director, (956) 682-0123

Folklorico Classes 
Details: Teaches the fundamentals of Mexican folk dance, including stage presence, footwork, and skirt movements, focusing on the styles used by the Raices de Dos Tierras Co dancers.
When: 5:30 to 6 p.m., every Sunday through June 22.
Where: The Backdoor Studio by RCS Productions, 6521 N. 10th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: Call or visit website for rates.
Call: Backdoor Studio, (956) 821-0933 or (956) 648-2088.
Online: www.myspace.com/rcsproductions

Melba's School of Dancing Classes
Details: Pre-school and adult classes in dance and gymnastics; ballet; tap; jazz; hip hop; cheerleading; and tumbling.
Where: Melba's School of Dancing, 2100 N. 10th Street, McAllen
Call: (956) 686-1411
Online: www.melbasdance.com, www.gettix.net

Metro Toastmasters Meetings
Details: Participants practice listening, thinking, speaking and leadership skills. Visitors are welcome.
When: Noon to 1 p.m. on Mondays.
Where: 3rd floor conference room at the McAllen Memorial Library, 601 N. Main St., McAllen.
Call: Bob, (956) 686-8841 or Miguel, (956) 783-7421.

Pilates Mat Classes
Details: Ongoing classes in McAllen and Edinburg in the original system of mat exercises as developed by Joseph Pilates are taught by Laura Guerra, certified mat Instructor of The Pilates System and practitioner of Pilates for 16 years. Free trials.
When: Morning and evening classes available
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call:  (956) 821-6275

RGV Aikikai Classes
Details: Aikido is a non-violent martial art that translates as the way of the spirit of harmony. The goal is to blend with an opponent's movement, redirect it, and resolve the conflict as peacefully as possible. Regular aikido practice has many benefits, some of which include: self-defense, increased energy, better focus, flexibility, self-confidence,
and relaxation.
Who Can Participate: All ages
When: Daily
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 E. Owassa Road, Suite No. 15 (one block east of U.S. Highway 281)
Call: (956) 781-9616

Salsa Dance & Fitness Classes
Details: Classes for cha-cha-cha, teen hip-hop; salsa; belly dancing; salsa styling for men and women; bachata; salsa couples; meringue; boot camp abs; salsa cardio; intermediate couples; quinceañeras; wedding rehearsals; beauty pageant rehearsals
Who Can Participate: Adults and children
Where: Salsa Dance and Fitness, 400 W. Nolana, Suite No. N2, McAllen.
Call: (956) 566-9555
Email: salsamcallen@rgv.rr.com
Online: For a complete schedule visit www.salsadanceandfitness.com
Sunset Motocross-Race at the Park
Details: Sunset Motocross Park is the Valley's ultimate race/practice course with plenty of obstacles and jumps every rider will love to tackle.
When: 11 a.m., Sunday, 
Where: Sunset Motocross Park, 23960 Sojack Road, Rio Hondo.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $25 per event, $10 spectators and children under 12 free.
Call: Sunset Motocross Park, (956) 200-5389.
Online: www.sunsetmxpar.20m.co

Concerts:

Monday (5/12)

EVENTS

Acting Lessons
Details: Learn acting through voice and movement exercises, skits, improvisations, character development and script analysis. Group, private and home lessons available.
Where: McAllen Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call: Pedro Garcia, (956) 655-9308.

Dance Conservatory Classes
Details: Classes in ballet; jazz/hip hop; flamenco; folklorico; ballroom; belly dancing; tumbling
Where: Dance Conservatory of McAllen, 4320 N. Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen
Call: (956) 682-7417

Dance Workshops
Details:  Five-week course on two-step, waltz, swing, cha cha and line dancing
Who Can Participate: Ages 12 and older
When:  7 to 8 p.m., Mondays.
Where: McA2 Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th Street, McAllen
Cost: $10
Call: Hilda Cohen at (956) 342-5996 for schedule or to sign up

Danz Academy Dance Classes
Details: Ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, folklorico, salsa
Who Can Participate: Ages 3 and older
Where: The International Danz Academy, 1020 Zinnia, McAllen
Call: Carolyn Metzger at (956) 682-8835

Deborah Case Dance Academy Classes
Details:  Classes in ballet; pre-school combo classes; tap; jazz; hip hop; tumbling; adult salsa; cheerleading; zumba; belly dancing; adult ballet and fitness. The first class is free of charge. Special class offered for men and boys only.
Who Can Participate: Anyone
older than 3
Where: Deborah Case Dance Academy, 5240 North 10th St., Suite No. 5, McAllen
Call: (956) 682-2721
Online: www.dcda.com

Exhibit to Benefit Science Learning 
Details: More than a year has gone into the project to acquire the Science on a Sphere (SOS) exhibition as a permanent display at IMAS. The exhibit is developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is used primarily as an education and outreach tool to describe the environmental process of the earth. Still need to raise $183,000.
When: Ongoing
Where: IMAS, McAllen, (at the intersection of Bicentennial and Nolana Ave.).
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for students & seniors, $3 for children and $2 for all ages on Sundays only.
Call: Serena M. Rosenkrantz, Executive Director, (956) 682-0123

McAllen Soccer Association
When: 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Mondays.
Where: First floor exhibit room at the McAllen Memorial Library, 601 N. Main St., McAllen.

Melba's School of Dancing Classes
Details: Pre-school and adult classes in dance and gymnastics; ballet; tap; jazz; hip hop; cheerleading; and tumbling.
Where: Melba's School of Dancing, 2100 N. 10th Street, McAllen
Call: (956) 686-1411
Online: www.melbasdance.com, www.gettix.net

Metro Toastmasters Meetings
Details: Participants practice listening, thinking, speaking and leadership skills. Visitors are welcome.
When: Noon to 1 p.m. on Mondays.
Where: 3rd floor conference room at the McAllen Memorial Library, 601 N. Main St., McAllen.
Call: Bob, (956) 686-8841 or Miguel, (956) 783-7421.

Overeaters Anonymous
When: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Mondays.
Where: First floor exhibit room at the McAllen Memorial Library, 601 N. Main St., McAllen.
Call: Ginny, (956) 687-5839.

Pilates Mat Classes
Details: Ongoing classes in McAllen and Edinburg in the original system of mat exercises as developed by Joseph Pilates are taught by Laura Guerra, certified mat Instructor of The Pilates System and practitioner of Pilates for 16 years. Free trials.
When: Morning and evening classes available
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call:  (956) 821-6275

RGV Aikikai Classes
Details: Aikido is a non-violent martial art that translates as the way of the spirit of harmony. The goal is to blend with an opponent's movement, redirect it, and resolve the conflict as peacefully as possible. Regular aikido practice has many benefits, some of which include: self-defense, increased energy, better focus, flexibility, self-confidence,
and relaxation.
Who Can Participate: All ages
When: Daily
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 E. Owassa Road, Suite No. 15 (one block east of U.S. Highway 281)
Call: (956) 781-9616

Salsa Dance & Fitness Classes
Details: Classes for cha-cha-cha, teen hip-hop; salsa; belly dancing; salsa styling for men and women; bachata; salsa couples; meringue; boot camp abs; salsa cardio; intermediate couples; quinceañeras; wedding rehearsals; beauty pageant rehearsals
Who Can Participate: Adults and children
Where: Salsa Dance and Fitness, 400 W. Nolana, Suite No. N2, McAllen.
Call: (956) 566-9555
Email: salsamcallen@rgv.rr.com
Online: For a complete schedule visit www.salsadanceandfitness.com

Tango Lessons
Details: Featuring Argentine Tango, Tango Waltz and Milonga styles.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays.
Where: Recreation Center of Plantation Country Club (Plantation South), 600 Plantation Drive, Pharr.
Cost: $2 donation to the children's activity fund donation Wednesday's class for Wednesday class; free for Monday's class.
Call: Hak-Nam Kim at (956) 789-5503.

Women's Therapy Group
Details: Meeting to explore life changes and experiences that influence current emotions, relationships and self concepts.
When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday.
Call: (956) 994-3319.

Every Week:
Jake Cortez
When:7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Fe Steakhouse
Call: (956) 630-2331

Mr. Latin
When: Mondays.
Where: Tico's Restaurant & Bar, 1424 E. Ridge Road, McAllen.
Call: (956) 631-8886.

Tuesday (5/13)

EVENTS

Acting Lessons
Details: Learn acting through voice and movement exercises, skits, improvisations, character development and script analysis. Group, private and home lessons available.
Where: McAllen Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call: Pedro Garcia, (956) 655-9308.

Aikakaido Center of South Texas Classes
Details: ACST has been in existence sine 1998 and is a member of the Suginami Aikikai.
When: For children, 7 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 11:20 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Saturdays. For adults, 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
Cost: $50 per month.
Call: Joe Cavazos, (956) 369-6423.
Online: www.acst.zoomshare.com, www.valleyaikido.homestead.com or www.freewebs.com/acst.

Dance Conservatory Classes
Details: Classes in ballet; jazz/hip hop; flamenco; folklorico; ballroom; belly dancing; tumbling
Where: Dance Conservatory of McAllen, 4320 N. Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen
Call: (956) 682-7417

Dance Workshops
Details:  Five-week course on two-step, waltz, swing, cha cha and line dancing
Who Can Participate: Ages 12 and older
When:  7 to 8 p.m., Tuesdays
Where: McA2 Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th Street, McAllen
Cost: $10
Call: Hilda Cohen at (956) 342-5996 for schedule or to sign up

Danz Academy Dance Classes
Details: Ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, folklorico, salsa
Who Can Participate: Ages 3 and older
Where: The International Danz Academy, 1020 Zinnia, McAllen
Call: Carolyn Metzger at (956) 682-8835

Deborah Case Dance Academy Classes
Details:  Classes in ballet; pre-school combo classes; tap; jazz; hip hop; tumbling; adult salsa; cheerleading; zumba; belly dancing; adult ballet and fitness. The first class is free of charge. Special class offered for men and boys only.
Who Can Participate: Anyone older than 3
Where: Deborah Case Dance Academy, 5240 North 10th St., Suite No. 5, McAllen
Call: (956) 682-2721
Online: www.dcda.com

Exhibit to Benefit Science Learning 
Details: More than a year has gone into the project to acquire the Science on a Sphere (SOS) exhibition as a permanent display at IMAS. The exhibit is developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is used primarily as an education and outreach tool to describe the environmental process of the earth. Still need to raise $183,000.
When: Ongoing
Where: IMAS, McAllen, (at the intersection of Bicentennial and Nolana Ave.).
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for students & seniors, $3 for children and $2 for all ages on Sundays only.
Call: Serena M. Rosenkrantz, Executive Director, (956) 682-0123

Folklorico Classes 
Details: Teaches the fundamentals of Mexican folk dance, including stage presence, footwork, and skirt movements, focusing on the styles used by the Raices de Dos Tierras Co dancers.
When: 5:30 to 6 p.m., every Tuesday through June 17.
Where: The Backdoor Studio by RCS Productions, 6521 N. 10th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: Call or visit website for rates.
Call: Backdoor Studio, (956) 821-0933 or (956) 648-2088.
Online: www.myspace.com/rcsproductions

Grande Evening Toastmasters 
Details: Toastmasters gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities.
When: 7 to 8:30 p.m., every Tuesday: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Tuesday in English and 2nd & 4th Tuesday in Spanish.
Where: UTPA, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg.
Who Can Participate: 18+
Melba's School of Dancing Classes
Details: Pre-school and adult classes in dance and gymnastics; ballet; tap; jazz; hip hop; cheerleading; and tumbling.
Where: Melba's School of Dancing, 2100 N. 10th Street, McAllen
Call: (956) 686-1411
Online: www.melbasdance.com, www.gettix.net

Pilates Mat Classes
Details: Ongoing classes in McAllen and Edinburg in the original system of mat exercises as developed by Joseph Pilates are taught by Laura Guerra, certified mat Instructor of The Pilates System and practitioner of Pilates for 16 years. Free trials.
When: Morning and evening classes available
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call:  (956) 821-6275

RGV Aikikai Classes
Details: Aikido is a non-violent martial art that translates as the way of the spirit of harmony. The goal is to blend with an opponent's movement, redirect it, and resolve the conflict as peacefully as possible. Regular aikido practice has many benefits, some of which include: self-defense, increased energy, better focus, flexibility, self-confidence,
and relaxation.
Who Can Participate: All ages
When: Daily
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 E. Owassa Road, Suite No. 15 (one block east of U.S. Highway 281)
Call: (956) 781-9616

Salsa Dance & Fitness Classes
Details: Classes for cha-cha-cha, teen hip-hop; salsa; belly dancing; salsa styling for men and women; bachata; salsa couples; meringue; boot camp abs; salsa cardio; intermediate couples; quinceañeras; wedding rehearsals; beauty pageant rehearsals
Who Can Participate: Adults and children
Where: Salsa Dance and Fitness, 400 W. Nolana, Suite No. N2, McAllen.
Call: (956) 566-9555
Email: salsamcallen@rgv.rr.com
Online: For a complete schedule visit www.salsadanceandfitness.com

Yoga Classes
Details: Come join a dedicated group of people in movement classes designed to free the body of chronic pain and stiffness, increase strength and ease of motion.
When: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 Owassa Road, Suite 15, Pharr.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $35 to $45 per month. No contracts!
Call: (956) 781-9616.
Online: www.mundobelloinstitute.org

Every Week:
Dulce Maria Gonzalez
Style: Pop, Jazz & Brazilian classics.
When: 10 p.m.
Where: Espana Mediterranean Cuisine, 701 N. Main St., McAllen.
Call: (956) 618-1178.
Online: www.espanacuisine.com or www.myspace.com/dmga86

Hot Tuesday
Details: A variety of local rock bands performing.
When: 10 p.m.
Where: Simon Sez, 2007 Orchid Ave., McAllen.
Cost: Free
Call: (956) 686-9688.
Online: www.simonsezrocks.com

Mr. Latin
When: Tuesdays.
Where: Tico's Restaurant & Bar, 1424 E. Ridge Road, McAllen.
Call: (956) 631-8886.

Jake Cortez
When:7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Fe Steakhouse
Call: (956) 630-2331

Tim Perez, "The Lone Moondog"
Style: Rock & popular cover songs.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Remington's Lounge, 1800 S. 2nd St., McAllen. (Inside Embassy Suites).

Wednesday (5/14)

EVENTS

Acting Lessons
Details: Learn acting through voice and movement exercises, skits, improvisations, character development and script analysis. Group, private and home lessons available.
Where: McAllen Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call: Pedro Garcia, (956) 655-9308.

Dance Conservatory Classes
Details: Classes in ballet; jazz/hip hop; flamenco; folklorico; ballroom; belly dancing; tumbling
Where: Dance Conservatory of McAllen, 4320 N. Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen
Call: (956) 682-7417

Dance Workshops
Details:  Five-week course on two-step, waltz, swing, cha cha and line dancing
Who Can Participate: Ages 12 and older
When:  7 to 8 p.m., Wednesdays.
Where: McA2 Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th Street, McAllen
Cost: $10
Call: Hilda Cohen at (956) 342-5996 for schedule or to sign up

Danz Academy Dance Classes
Details: Ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, folklorico, salsa
Who Can Participate: Ages 3 and older
Where: The International Danz Academy, 1020 Zinnia, McAllen
Call: Carolyn Metzger at (956) 682-8835

Deborah Case Dance Academy Classes
Details:  Classes in ballet; pre-school combo classes; tap; jazz; hip hop; tumbling; adult salsa; cheerleading; zumba; belly dancing; adult ballet and fitness. The first class is free of charge. Special class offered for men and boys only.
Who Can Participate: Anyone
older than 3
Where: Deborah Case Dance Academy, 5240 North 10th St., Suite No. 5, McAllen
Call: (956) 682-2721
Online: www.dcda.com

Exhibit to Benefit Science Learning 
Details: More than a year has gone into the project to acquire the Science on a Sphere (SOS) exhibition as a permanent display at IMAS. The exhibit is developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is used primarily as an education and outreach tool to describe the environmental process of the earth. Still need to raise $183,000.
When: Ongoing
Where: IMAS, McAllen, (at the intersection of Bicentennial and Nolana Ave.).
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for students & seniors, $3 for children and $2 for all ages on Sundays only.
Call: Serena M. Rosenkrantz, Executive Director, (956) 682-0123

Folklorico Classes 
Details: Teaches the fundamentals of Mexican folk dance, including stage presence, footwork, and skirt movements, focusing on the styles used by the Raices de Dos Tierras Co dancers.
When: 5:30 to 6 p.m., every Wednesday through June 17.
Where: The Backdoor Studio by RCS Productions, 6521 N. 10th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: Call or visit website for rates.
Call: Backdoor Studio, (956) 821-0933 or (956) 648-2088.
Online: www.myspace.com/rcsproductions

Jam Sessions
Details: Jam sessions every Wednesday throughout the year!
When: Year round.
Where: Pharr Paradise Park, 301 E. Hall Acres, Pharr.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: Free.
Call: Del Briges, (956) 787-1521.

Melba's School of Dancing Classes
Details: Pre-school and adult classes in dance and gymnastics; ballet; tap; jazz; hip hop; cheerleading; and tumbling.
Where: Melba's School of Dancing, 2100 N. 10th Street, McAllen
Call: (956) 686-1411
Online: www.melbasdance.com, www.gettix.net

RGV Writers Meeting
When: 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Where: 3rd floor of the McAllen Memorial Library, 601 N. Main St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: Any poet or writer.
Call: Georgia Tuxbury at (956) 783-7421.

Pilates Mat Classes
Details: Ongoing classes in McAllen and Edinburg in the original system of mat exercises as developed by Joseph Pilates are taught by Laura Guerra, certified mat Instructor of The Pilates System and practitioner of Pilates for 16 years. Free trials.
When: Morning and evening classes available
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call:  (956) 821-6275

RGV Aikikai Classes
Details: Aikido is a non-violent martial art that translates as the way of the spirit of harmony. The goal is to blend with an opponent's movement, redirect it, and resolve the conflict as peacefully as possible. Regular aikido practice has many benefits, some of which include: self-defense, increased energy, better focus, flexibility, self-confidence,
and relaxation.
Who Can Participate: All ages
When: Daily
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 E. Owassa Road, Suite No. 15 (one block east of U.S. Highway 281)
Call: (956) 781-9616

Salsa Dance & Fitness Classes
Details: Classes for cha-cha-cha, teen hip-hop; salsa; belly dancing; salsa styling for men and women; bachata; salsa couples; meringue; boot camp abs; salsa cardio; intermediate couples; quinceañeras; wedding rehearsals; beauty pageant rehearsals
Who Can Participate: Adults and children
Where: Salsa Dance and Fitness, 400 W. Nolana, Suite No. N2, McAllen.
Call: (956) 566-9555
Email: salsamcallen@rgv.rr.com
Online: For a complete schedule visit www.salsadanceandfitness.com

Singles Night
Details: Singles Night will be every third Wednesday of the month.
When: 5:30 to 9 p.m., every third Wednesday.
Call: Nadia, (956) 682-8101.
Tango Lessons
Details: Featuring Argentine Tango, Tango Waltz and Milonga styles.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays.
Where: Recreation Center of Plantation Country Club (Plantation South), 600 Plantation Drive, Pharr.
Cost: $2 donation to the children's activity fund donation Wednesday's class for Wednesday class; free for Monday's class.
Call: Hak-Nam Kim at (956) 789-5503.

Yoga Classes
Details: Come join a dedicated group of people in movement classes designed to free the body of chronic pain and stiffness, increase strength and ease of motion.
When: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 Owassa Road, Suite 15, Pharr.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $35 to $45 per month. No contracts!
Call: (956) 781-9616.
Online: www.mundobelloinstitute.org

Every Week:
Lady Luck
With: Rosely & Pancho Stern.
When: 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Where: Grill and Bar at The Groves, 4001 S. Shary Road, Ste. 100, Lot 1, Mission.
Call: (956) 584-9292.

La Mision
When: 10 p.m.
Where: Espana Mediterranean Cuisine, 701 N. Main St., McAllen.
Call: (956) 618-1178.
Online: www.espanacuisine.com

Mr. Latin
When: Wednesdays.
Where: Tico's Restaurant & Bar, 1424 E. Ridge Road, McAllen.
Call: (956) 631-8886.

Center Stage Karaoke
When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Mustang Lounge, 1015 International Blvd. exit, Weslaco.
Call: (956) 624-2020.
Online: www.cskrgv.com

Tim Perez, "The Lone Moondog"
Style: Rock & popular cover songs.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Remington's Lounge, 1800 S. 2nd St., McAllen. (Inside Embassy Suites).

Thursday (5/15)

EVENTS

Acting Lessons
Details: Learn acting through voice and movement exercises, skits, improvisations, character development and script analysis. Group, private and home lessons available.
Where: McAllen Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call: Pedro Garcia, (956) 655-9308.

Aikakaido Center of South Texas Classes
Details: ACST has been in existence sine 1998 and is a member of the Suginami Aikikai.
When: For children, 7 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 11:20 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Saturdays. For adults, 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
Cost: $50 per month.
Call: Joe Cavazos, (956) 369-6423.
Online: www.acst.zoomshare.com, www.valleyaikido.homestead.com or www.freewebs.com/acst.

Dance Conservatory Classes
Details: Classes in ballet; jazz/hip hop; flamenco; folklorico; ballroom; belly dancing; tumbling
Where: Dance Conservatory of McAllen, 4320 N. Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen
Call: (956) 682-7417

Dance Workshops
Details:  Five-week course on two-step, waltz, swing, cha cha and line dancing
Who Can Participate: Ages 12 and older
When:  7 to 8 p.m., Thursdays.
Where: McA2 Creative Incubator, 1001 S. 16th Street, McAllen
Cost: $10
Call: Hilda Cohen at (956) 342-5996 for schedule or to sign up

Danz Academy Dance Classes
Details: Ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, folklorico, salsa
Who Can Participate: Ages 3 and older.
Where: The International Danz Academy, 1020 Zinnia, McAllen
Call: Carolyn Metzger at (956) 682-8835

Deborah Case Dance Academy Classes
Details:  Classes in ballet; pre-school combo classes; tap; jazz; hip hop; tumbling; adult salsa; cheerleading; zumba; belly dancing; adult ballet and fitness. The first class is free of charge. Special class offered for men and boys only.
Who Can Participate: Anyone
older than 3
Where: Deborah Case Dance Academy, 5240 North 10th St., Suite No. 5, McAllen
Call: (956) 682-2721
Online: www.dcda.com

Exhibit to Benefit Science Learning 
Details: More than a year has gone into the project to acquire the Science on a Sphere (SOS) exhibition as a permanent display at IMAS. The exhibit is developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is used primarily as an education and outreach tool to describe the environmental process of the earth. Still need to raise $183,000.
When: Ongoing
Where: IMAS, McAllen, (at the intersection of Bicentennial and Nolana Ave.).
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for students & seniors, $3 for children and $2 for all ages on Sundays only.
Call: Serena M. Rosenkrantz, Executive Director, (956) 682-0123

Harlingen Lions Club Meeting
When: 12 p.m., every Thursday.
Where: Sauza's Mexican Restaurant, Harlingen.
Call: (956) 412-8800.

Knit Nite
Details: Knitting and crocheting.
When: 7 p.m. on Thursdays.
Where: Hastings, 4500 N. 10th St., Ste. 400, McAllen.

Melba's School of Dancing Classes
Details: Pre-school and adult classes in dance and gymnastics; ballet; tap; jazz; hip hop; cheerleading; and tumbling.
Where: Melba's School of Dancing, 2100 N. 10th Street, McAllen
Call: (956) 686-1411
Online: www.melbasdance.com, www.gettix.net

Mothers of Preschoolers
Details: Symptoms of a MOP is if you think spaghetti is a finger food, you sleep "like a baby" (up at 10, 2 & 4), write your grocery list in crayon and say "bye bye" to everyone. The diagnosis is that you are a mother of a preschooler and you should join MOPS! Relief is usually immediate!
When: 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month.
Where: Baptist Temple, 2001 Trenton Road, McAllen.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $35 a semester.
Call: (956) 686-5296.

Pilates Mat Classes
Details: Ongoing classes in McAllen and Edinburg in the original system of mat exercises as developed by Joseph Pilates are taught by Laura Guerra, certified mat Instructor of The Pilates System and practitioner of Pilates for 16 years. Free trials.
When: Morning and evening classes available
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Call:  (956) 821-6275

RGV Aikikai Classes
Details: Aikido is a non-violent martial art that translates as the way of the spirit of harmony. The goal is to blend with an opponent's movement, redirect it, and resolve the conflict as peacefully as possible. Regular aikido practice has many benefits, some of which include: self-defense, increased energy, better focus, flexibility, self-confidence,
and relaxation.
Who Can Participate: All ages
When: Daily
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 E. Owassa Road, Suite No. 15 (one block east of U.S. Highway 281)
Call: (956) 781-9616

Salsa Dance & Fitness Classes
Details: Classes for cha-cha-cha, teen hip-hop; salsa; belly dancing; salsa styling for men and women; bachata; salsa couples; meringue; boot camp abs; salsa cardio; intermediate couples; quinceañeras; wedding rehearsals; beauty pageant rehearsals
Who Can Participate: Adults and children
Where: Salsa Dance and Fitness, 400 W. Nolana, Suite No. N2, McAllen.
Call: (956) 566-9555
Email: salsamcallen@rgv.rr.com
Online: For a complete schedule visit www.salsadanceandfitness.com

Yoga Classes 
Details: Come join a dedicated group of people in movement classes designed to free the body of chronic pain and stiffness, increase strength and ease of motion.
When: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Where: RGV Aikikai, 323 Owassa Road, Suite 15, Pharr.
Who Can Participate: All ages.
Cost: $35 to $45 per month. No contracts!
Call: (956) 781-9616.
Online: www.mundobelloinstitute.org

Every Week:
Brooks Connover
Where: Espana Mediterranean Cuisine, 701 N. Main St., McAllen.
Call: (956) 618-1178.
Online: www.espanacuisine.com

Open Mic Night
Details: Hosted by Robert Perez.
Where: City Lights, 2022 Nolana, McAllen.
Call: (956) 972-1199.

Jake Cortez
When: 9 p.m.
Where: The Social Club, 205 Conquest Blvd., Edinburg.
Call: (956) 316-4700.
Online: www.thesocialclubonline.com or www.myspace.com/jakecorteztherecipefortrouble

Chris Magallan
Style: One man acoustic band.
When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Thirsty Monkey, 119 W. Nolana, McAllen.
Online: www.mythirstymonkey.com

Center Stage Karaoke
Where: Joe's Crab Shack, 711 E. Expwy. 83, McAllen.
Call: (956) 624-2020.
Online: www.cskrgv.com

Tim Perez, "The Lone Moondog"
Style: Rock and popular cover songs.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Remington's Lounge, 1800 S. 2nd St., McAllen. (Inside Embassy Suites).

CONCERTS:
Eidman Hall
Style: Progressive rock.
When: 10 p.m., every Thursday.
Where: Hot Spots Entertainment Restaurant, 2210 N. 10th St., McAllen.
Who Can Participate: 18+
Call: (956) 686-6400.

Bars/Restaurant Schedules:

Escobar
Where: 400 W. Nolana Loop, McAllen.
Call: (956) 483-7550.
Monday through Friday drink specials. Restaurant open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and club open from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. No cover and 21 and over only. Attire is trendy/business casual. Variety of popular music.

Tre Fratelli Restaurant
Where: 3001 Pablo Kisel Blvd., Brownsville.
Call: (956) 574-9888.
Details: The Frontera Jazz Quartet will appear every Thursday at 8 p.m. through Sept. 11.