Chip & Clip

Palm Valley Animal Center located at 2501 West Trenton Road in Edinburg (between Jackson and McColl) is holding it's first ever Chip & Clip event this Saturday, September 12th from 10am-5pm.
We welcome everybody to come out and bring their pets to be microchipped and have their nails clipped and the best part is it will only cost $10!!!!
We will have live music, a moon jump for the kids and hot dogs and chips available.
So come join us, rain or shine, we will have this event this Saturday!!!

Take a Sip Out of Hunger

WHO:I love McAllen.com in Partnership with Peppers benefiting the RGV Foodbank

WHAT:Fundraising event, benefiting the RGV Foodbank. Winglasses will be sold for $10 in a wine gift bag, that includes: paint for wine glass, a box with rhinestones, ribbons, glue, and a brief description of how they will be benefiting

WHEN: Every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m.

WHERE:Pepper's at Uptown:4620 North Tenth Street

WHY:To benefit the local foodbank, for every $1 raised, 5 people get fed.

for more information please contact Lizbeth Muriel at (956) 624-3801 or e-mail at ilovemcallen@gmail.com

"Relief for Kids" School supplies Give Away

“Relief for Kids”

School Supplies Give Away

The City of McAllen and the McAllen Police Department partner once againfor Relief for Kids, offering free school supplies forchildren in our region.

The giveaway, forelementary students headed back to class, will be held at the McAllen Police Department, Wednesday, August 19, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

"We are ready to help kids in our area with the school supplies they need to start another school year," said McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez. "If you know of a child that needs help in this way or if you just want to help with supplies or otherwise, come see us."

The City of McAllen provided school supplies to children last yearafter Hurricane Dolly left families with limited means of providing for their children's back-to-school needs. This year, because of the recession, Chief Rodriguez and the City decided to help families, again.

For more information about Relief for Kids, contact the McAllen Police Department'sOffice of Community Affairs, at 972-7408.

This program is geared towards elementary school students and the child must be present to pick up their school supplies package.

Wednesday, August 19^th

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

McAllen Public Safety Building

1601 N. Bicentennial Blvd

National Hispanic Entrepeneurs

National Hispanic Entrepreneurs for Leadership in Politics calls event a success

HELP aims to build political awareness, civic engagement

MCALLEN, Texas — The newly formed National Hispanic Entrepreneurs for Leadership in Politics (HELP) had a successful first event on July 27 at Osuka restaurant in McAllen, Texas. Over 100 guests attended the gathering eager to learn more about the organization aimed at building political awareness and civic engagement amongst the Hispanic Community.

“National HELP understands that Hispanic votes count, which is why we are taking a non-partisan approach to promoting political action and voter participation among Hispanics,” said JC Cervantes, founder and president of HELP. “With the great turnout we received from our first event, we know that this is as important to us as it is to the community. We are looking forward to meeting new people and growing this organization.”

Historically, the Hispanic community has been underrepresented. It was until the 2008 presidential election that an increase among Hispanic voters was seen.

“This organization will address the need for political involvement and civic engagement. In these tough times, it is imperative for us to take a step back, look at the key issues facing our community and interact with Hispanic leaders amongst us to build discussion about leadership in our government,” added Cervantes.

National HELP will be hosting a luncheon on Aug. 27 at the Club at Cimarron in McAllen. Details are being arranged.

Standing: Are HELP board members Adan Garcia, Lynda Garcia, Ricardo Portillo, Jesus Garza, Elizabeth C. Martinez and Pedro Ayala. Seated: JC Cervantes, president, and Mike Martinez, vice president. Photo by: Pollux Castor Inc.

For more information about National HELP, call (956) 638-4074 or visit www.HispanicHELP.org

National Hispanic Entrepreneurs for Leadership in Politics (HELP) is a non-profit, non-partisan membership-based organization founded in 2009. HELP’s vision is to promote political awareness and voter participation. HELP is against apathy and operates a campaign of civic engagement by approaching higher learning institutions and organizations that support free enterprise, economic development, leadership and social mobility. HELP encourages civic participation through networking events, voter registration events, seminars and political forums.

Contact Us

JC Cervantes, president
(956) 638-4074

or

Mike Martinez, vice president
(832) 677-1435

www.hispanichelp.org

Positive Only Women *POW*

Two Positive Women Launch New Organization

POW aims to empower women to live a better life

MCALLEN, Texas — Positive Only Women (POW), a non-profit organization aimed at empowering women, offers support and insights for Rio Grande Valley women who want to find personal and professional fulfillment. POW was created by two women, Giselle Mascarenhas-Gonzalez and Mariana Aguayo, who share the same enthusiasm of positive thinking.

With a motto like “Be Good to You!” POW brings an optimistic approach to encouraging women to enrich their lives.

“Nearly every woman I’ve met has had their low points in life, and I myself have had my moments, but through positive thinking I was able to overcome those challenges, making me as strong as ever,” said Mascarenhas-Gonzalez. “That is what POW is all about. We want to target self-empowerment, self-esteem, and personal and spiritual growth.”

The newly formed group meets twice a month on Monday’s from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Pepper’s Uptown located at 4620 10th St. in McAllen, Texas. There is no cost to attend.

“Our POW meetings are an hour of fun and positive life-changing opportunities in a positive environment. Negativity is left at the door and is not allowed,” said Aguayo. “We bring together women who share experiences and wish to create effective connections.”

Upcoming POW meetings are August 10, 24, and September 1. Further information on Positive Only Women can be found at www.positiveonlywomen.com 


Photo Caption: Mariana Aguayo and Giselle Mascarenhas-Gonzalez combined their positive thinking to form Positive Only Women.

Contact Us
Giselle Mascarenhas-Gonzalez, co-founder
or
Mariana Aguayo, co-founder
powsisters@positiveonlywomen.com