Fireman’s Park is an oasis in the middle of McAllen. It boasts a pond with walking track, restrooms, kids’ playground and B-cycle station. Rentals are available on weekends for paddle boats, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. The barbecue pavilion is capable of serving 250 people. The pavilion features a refrigerator, indoor grill, restrooms, and can be rented through the Parks & Recreation Department. The park also has a playground area and sand volleyball court.
The purpose of this group is to share family-friendly FREE or LOW COST Events in the RGV Area! Invite your friends!
The community group members are all welcome to post local events in the RGV that would be of interest to moms, dads, and kids!
The International Museum of Art & Science is a Smithsonian Affiliate and fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. IMAS is the premier art and science museum of South Texas and contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space. The IMAS galleries host a number of revolving art and science exhibits each year. The museum provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in hands-on science exhibits and to learn about original works of art while encouraging creativity and innovation. The IMAS permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens and 4,500 folk art and textile objects. The 1,500 fine art works in the permanent collection reflect many countries and artistic movements beyond Mexico, dating from the 16th century to the present.
Channel your energy, cut loose with your best flips and tricks, and prepare for the Jump Life. Featuring 26,000 square feet of indoor trampolines and other attractions, Altitude Trampoline Park is an exciting destination for families, groups, individual jumpers and birthday parties to have healthy, athletic fun!
La Sal del Rey, or “the King’s Salt,” is one of three naturally occurring salt lakes in South Texas. Sitting atop an estimated four million tons of salt, these hypersaline lakes are seven times saltier than the ocean.
On May 8, 1846, United States and Mexican troops clashed on the prairie of Palo Alto. The battle was the first in a two-year long war that changed the map of North America. Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park preserves the site of this notable battle and provides an understanding of the causes, events, and consequences of the U.S.-Mexican War.
We provide mascot characters for birthday parties and special events! Book your favorite character today!
The McAllen Public Library is dedicated to connecting our community with books, DVDs, family-friendly programs and events, and more! Visit our children’s department to learn about upcoming events and the resources we have available for you and your family.
Small Fries Music
About Our Mommy or Daddy and Me Classes: Your monthly tuition includes four 45-minute music classes. Music Classes will be 45 minutes once a week within the enrolled month. Mr. Red will focus on Vocal Warm-ups, Solfege, Movement, Games, Note Reading, Rhythm Training, Ear Training, Basic Math, Reading, Writing skills, Bells and Ukulele. Over time, students will grasp musical concepts that will create a foundation for future musical experiences. Our goal is to transition children to more advanced instruments. Classes are $65 a month
Private Lessons: We currently offer violin, viola, guitar and ukulele lessons. Your monthly tuition includes four 30-minute music lessons. Private lessons will be 30 minutes once a week within the enrolled month. Private Lessons are $60 a month.
This cute neighborhood park has lots of shade and lots of room to run! The playground looks so much like a treehouse and is perfect for kids ages 3 and up. There are also bathrooms on-site and a walking path.
Amazing Coffee with a lot of activities for everyone in the RGV! Open Mic Night on Saturdays!
Book Club Meetings every month! Chess Club for kids and adults, Painting Classes often and more!
McAllen local Coffee House!
Skateboarding! Little League! Basketball! Park also has a concrete walking trail, covered pavilion, for lots of Family fun! Community Park is located in the heart of Los Fresnos on Highway 100. It is the city’s oldest park, but new facilities added in 2012 continue to make this a favorite spot. It includes picnic areas, a playground, and a water‐spraying splash pad. Benches in the shade of a tall tree make a perfect spot to read a good book because the Whipple Memorial Library is just next door.
This lighted facility has picnic seating and barbecue grill, a full court basketball court, and a playground area, zip line, crushed granite walking trail, swimming pool, exercise equipment, covered pavilion. The outdoor facility is open to the public when not rented.
Pedro “Pete” Benavides Park is dedicated in memory of longtime County Commissioner Pedro “Pete” Benavides who was instrumental in the development of this park. The park is located at the corner of Browne Rd. and California, in the Southmost area of Brownsville, Texas. The Park is constructed on 64 acres of land adjacent to Resaca de la Guerra. Amenities at the park include; a lighted adult softball field, lighted little league baseball field, two lighted full-sized soccer fields, lighted basketball court, lighted volleyball court, playground and splash pad area, four small picnic pavilions, one large picnic pavilion, BBQ areas, a one mile Resaca frontage nature trail with two nature observation stations, and a 1.5 mile walking trail with 5 integrated workout stations.
Norma Hess is a birth photographer & videographer in McAllen, Texas. She offers on-location documentary photography & videography. Norma believes in capturing your family’s love story with organic and unposed documentary sessions. Norma serves McAllen and surrounding areas. (Tambien se habla español.)
Fine Art Wedding Photography based in Texas and serving the continental United States
While my main focus is wedding photography, I love photographing all types of subjects. I take on a limited amount of portrait work and enjoy documenting the smallest of details in my subject(s). I strive to capture you in your most natural element and provide you with tangible goods that you can share with your family and loved ones throughout the years. My work consists of a mixture of both digital and film work, a slight throwback to a bygone era. I am based out of Texas, and work continuously in the Rio Grande Valley. I also travel for work and love visiting new places and meeting new people.
Wedding • Portrait
This group is a safe place where RGV Moms can find support, resources, encouragement and friendship from other moms in our community. We come here to share and relate, seek advice, celebrate joy, empathize difficulties, and be honest. This group is being moderated by RGV Moms Blog – http://www.RGVMomsBlog.com
Usborne and Kane Miller books are the most exciting, engaging, and educational books on the market today. They are high-quality, innovative, lavishly-illustrated, and best of all, they are the books kids love to read. Choose from over 1,800 bright, colorful, and fun titles covering a wide variety of subjects.
“I enjoy photojournalism immensely. There is just something about making the ordinary daily routines of life seem extraordinary. I love babies, children, families and when my clients are just as excited as I am to be creative or spontaneous.
I can’t wait to spend some time with you to see where our photography journey takes us!”
Lifestyle • Family • Children • Maternity • Seniors
The International Museum of Art & Science is a Smithsonian Affiliate and fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. IMAS is the premier art and science museum of South Texas and contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space. The IMAS galleries host a number of revolving art and science exhibits each year. The museum provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in hands-on science exhibits and to learn about original works of art while encouraging creativity and innovation. The IMAS permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens and 4,500 folk art and textile objects. The 1,500 fine art works in the permanent collection reflect many countries and artistic movements beyond Mexico, dating from the 16th century to the present.
While nothing can eliminate every mosquito from your property, our service works so well we guarantee you won’t be bothered by mosquitoes between treatments. If you are? Well all you have to do is call. We’ll come back out, re-assess your property and, if necessary, re-treat at no additional charge. If you aren’t happy with your results, we will cheerfully refund your investment.
The purpose of this group is to share family-friendly FREE or LOW COST Events in the RGV Area! Invite your friends!
The community group members are all welcome to post local events in the RGV that would be of interest to moms, dads, and kids!
We are a dance wear store located in McAllen, proud to serve our dance community with brands such as So Danca, Virtisse, Glam’r Gear bags, Apolla Shock and more! We carry leotards, tights, jazz, tap, ballet and pointe shoes as well as half soles and more! Come check us out for your dance wear needs!
Kids & Family Yoga studio in McAllen TX
FIT4MOM is the nation’s leading prenatal and postnatal fitness program, providing fitness classes and a network of moms to support every stage of motherhood. From pregnancy, through postpartum and beyond, our fitness and wellness programs help make moms strong in body, mind, and spirit. In addition to our workouts, we also offer Mom’s Night Out, playgroups for kids, and participate in charity work.
First class is always free!
Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @FIT4MOMmcallen
Our Mission is about helping others live a healthy life spiritually and physically. We focus on keeping the body pure as it was divinely created. We accomplish this by offering the healthiest and purest option of organic products for our customers and their families. We concentrate on using ingredients with beneficial medicinal properties that will guarantee results! We only use the best, and that means hand-crafting our products with USDA, OTCO, and Fair for Life certified organic ingredients. At Pureganix we convey a passion for our customers by delivering educational support, open communication and the best service experience.
Styled 2B is an online maternity boutique created for mamas & mamas-to-be of the RGV. Our goal is to redefine maternity wear by offering styles that can be used during and post-pregnancy. Maternity wear has traditionally been viewed as a temporary wardrobe meant to be used for a few months. The pieces at Styled 2B are meant to grow with your bump and are versatile enough to remain with you after pregnancy. Let us fill your closet with pieces that you’ll love to wear even after your bundle of joy has arrived!
Kairos Coffee Catering is the mobile coffee cart that comes to YOUR event, meeting, or party! We bring the specialty drinks that make your gathering unforgettable!
Serving the Rio Grande Valley with weekly prenatal yoga bliss. Combining yoga with childbirth education to empower women, foster community, and offer the tools necessary to birth from a place of confidence, strength, and love.
Weekly group classes and private sessions available. Follow us on Facebook for more information @RioPrenatalYoga
First class is FREE!
Tired of your kids refusing to go outside because of the mosquitoes? Want to stop getting woken up in the middle of the night because your little one is crying that they are so itchy?
As a mom of 4 kids, I sure was! That’s why I decided to open a Mosquito Shield franchise to take care of those pesky mosquitos and to help others enjoy being outside again. With 20 years of experience, our all natural blend of plant extracts and a small amount of control material provides a barrier that masks, repels and gets rid of the mosquitos in your yard.
Imagine a life without mosquitoes! Now you know it’s possible with Mosquito Shield!
Call or text for more info 956-374-4474 or visit us online at http://www.MoShield.com! We’re here to serve our RGV community!
Feminae is a unique women’s health practice bringing holistic services to women who embrace the mind-body connection and seek to grow their innate feminine strength before, during, and after pregnancy. Feminae takes a preventive approach to wellness and addresses the root of conditions, supporting mom and baby for a healthy pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery.
Feminae is headed by Karla Arredondo, a registered occupational therapist who uses holistic and complementary approaches in her treatment, and was inspired to serve other women by her own pregnancy and childbirth experience.