Quinta Mazatlán History Tour- The House
Quinta Mazatlán History Tour- The House
McAllen, TX
Did you know Quinta Mazatlán was built in 1935? Hear about the tales of the families that built and lived at Quinta Mazatlán for a total of 60 years before the City of McAllen purchased the estate and opened it in 2006 as a mansion with a mission, this Thursday Night Live with special guest, Victo…
Thursday, September 12 2024
6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
Garden Planning & Preparation (Oct. 2024)
Garden Planning & Preparation (Oct. 2024)
McAllen, TX
Get practical advice on how to plan your garden! Topics include: Sun/shade mapping Mulching advice Turf grass removal techniques This workshop takes place at Quinta Mazatlan. Advance registration is required via: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com
Saturday, October 12 2024
2:00 PM
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4:00 PM
The Health Benefits of Forest Bathing
The Health Benefits of Forest Bathing
McAllen, TX
Learn what Forest Bathing is and why you should try it at this informational presentation, followed by a micronized session of the deep-practice of forest therapy.
Thursday, September 26 2024
6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
September Sunset Viewing
September Sunset Viewing
McAllen, TX
Bring your friends and family to enjoy the evening with the best sunset spots along the trails and around the Historic house.
Thursday, September 19 2024
7:00 PM
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8:00 PM
Plant Propagation (October 2024)
Plant Propagation (October 2024)
McAllen, TX
Get a head start on growing your own plants! Whether its from seed or vegetative propagation, you'll leave better equipped to start propagating plants for your space. As a bonus, participants will leave with native plant seeds and cuttings as well, courtesy of the Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta…
Saturday, October 5 2024
10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
Plants of the RGV
Plants of the RGV
McAllen, TX
The RGV is full of diverse plant communities, from coastal prairies to dense thorn forest, filled with plant species large and small. Learn about the characteristics of these habitats, including common plants and rare plants found within.
Thursday, October 3 2024
6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
Sticks & Bones Party in the Park
Sticks & Bones Party in the Park
McAllen, TX
Join us for a fun family event on Saturday, October 12th 9am - 1pm. Come dressed in your costumes, walk the Sticks and Bones trail, visit and do some shopping with local arts & crafts vendors and stop by our food vendors for some yummy treats! We will have some live performances from local communit…
Saturday, October 12 2024
9:00 AM
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1:00 PM
RGV Edible Plants and their Habitats
RGV Edible Plants and their Habitats
McAllen, TX
Explore edible native plants in the RGV, their habitats, plant identification, and how to use them with RGV Naturalist and studying biologist Catarina Miranda.
Thursday, October 10 2024
6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
Insect Preservation Terrarium Workshop
Insect Preservation Terrarium Workshop
McAllen, TX
Explore the relationship between death and the fragility of the natural world, through preservation as a form of art. After a presentation on the ethics of Insect pinning, in this workshop participants will: Design a terrarium inspired by insect habitat. Learn insect anatomy and classification. Di…
Thursday, September 5 2024
6:00 PM
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7:00 PM
Hummingbird Morning at Quinta Mazatlán
Hummingbird Morning at Quinta Mazatlán
McAllen, TX
Join us as we celebrate and educate on the fall migration of Hummingbirds. We will have garden tours, native plant sale, arts & crafts, educational booths, food and marketplace vendors and a Hummingbird Cake Contest featuring local bakers! Fee to attend event is $5 and children 2 & under are fre…
Saturday, September 21 2024
9:00 AM
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1:00 PM
