Along the banks of the lower Rio Grande is the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, a 2,088-acre refuge established in 1943 for the protection of migratory birds. Considered the ‘jewel’ of the refuge system, Santa Ana NWR provides a glimpse into a world that has vanished from 95 percent of the Lower Rio Grande Valley. The 400+ species of birds found on Santa Ana make it a birder’s delight. Santa Ana offers exclusive looks into the natural world of wildlife, 12 miles of foot trails, a 7-mile tour road, and volunteer opportunities! Also, the Visitor Center is open seven days a week (except Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Stop by and get the latest news on wildlife sightings!
RGV Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition
“The Rio Grande Valley Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition is a collaborative effort, providing county-wide leadership on the issue of Teen Pregnancy through community awareness, health education and youth development.”
When: Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of every other month
(Jan, Mar, May, Sept, Nov)
Time: 9am-11am
Where: UTRGV McAllen Teaching Site 1800 S. Main St, McAllen
Contact Information: [email protected]
Like us on Facebook “Rio Grande Valley Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition”
or “RGVTPPC”
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.
At the heart of Easterseals Rio Grande Valley, are programs and services that are focused to help families in our community address life’s challenges to grow, learn and succeed.
The first five years of every child’s life is a journey of incredible learning that shapes their future. Easterseals Rio Grande Valley believes young children deserve quality intervention and access to necessary services so they have a chance for a good start in life and an opportunity to grow, learn, succeed and contribute to their community.
Serving families with children prenatal to 5 years of age living in Hidalgo, Cameron, Willacy, and Starr Counties in the Rio Grande Valley.
Easterseals programs and services are focused on Early Childhood Intervention for children under the age of 3 with a disability or developmental delay, Early Childhood Education, Child Development & Parenting Support, Family Strengthening, and Quality Inclusive Child Care.
RGV Photography Workshops is a school dedicated to producing photographers, using the community of student/alumni as a resource.
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
At Sylvan we believe that Education is Everything and that learning should be personal. We have great teachers inspiring students everyday with great technology and subjects to meet every child’s personal needs.
We offer classes for K-12:
- Robotics
- Python Coding
- Game Design
- Space Challenge
- Math & Algebra EDGE
- Spanish 1 & 2
- French 1 & 2
- Writing
- Handwriting
- SAT/ACT Prep
- Study Skills
- Read Ahead
Welcome to our Mother’s Day Out program. We give Mom’s of babies 3 months to pre-k the opportunity to have a morning off, while providing children a safe, fun, learning environment consisting of bible stories, arts and crafts and music.
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!
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!
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!
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.
We offer stork baby announcement yard signs, a fun flamingo yard sign that is ready to party, and a variety of cupcake yard signs to help celebrate that special birthday or sweet occasion. All of our signs are personalized and come with a keepsake bundle or plaque that is yours to keep at the end of the rental period.
Welcome to Hello Baby Studios! We are so excited that you’re here and are considering us as your family’s photographer. We specialize exclusively in Naturally Sweet Maternity, Newborn and Baby Portraits. Our cozy Studio is nestled near Downtown McAllen and has everything needed to photograph your sweet babe from the womb through their first year. Our Studio, much like our photography Style is Naturally Simple with a touch of Vintage Charm.