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SAN BENITO CALENDAR OF EVENTS
January-March 2013
Please send all new listings, corrections, changes and revisions to Martha McClain at mmcclain@cityofsanbenito.com or call 956-361-3804 Ex. 301. Thank you.
December 26-January 6
Christmas Compost.
Recycle your natural Christmas trees at the San Benito City Service Center at 925 West Stenger. No tinsel or decorations.
January 8
Adult Computer & Art Classes
The San Benito Public Library will be hosting beginner adult computer classes as well as art classes starting Jan. 8 and running through March 28.. Classes are scheduled to meet Tuesdays & Thursdays. Adult Computer classes meet from 8:30-10:00 a.m. Art Classes meet from 5:00-6:30 p.m. Art class are open to all ages and experience levels.
Registration is required. Please visit the library at 101 W. Rose Street to register. Space is limited.
January 15
San Benito Historical Society Presents:
Windows to the Past Speaker Series. Hear a presentation on Wildlife in the Rio Grande Valley by Richard Moore, broadcast nature reporter who packed the house at last year’s Speakers’ session at the San Benito Community Building Auditorium, 210 E. Heywood, at 6 p.m. Historical Society meets second Tuesdays of each month at 6:00 pm at NMCAC 225 E. Stenger.
January 17-19, 2013
South Texas Youth Stock Show
The South Texas Youth Stock Show is scheduled at the stockshow grounds for student completion. This year all entry forms and rule books will be posted online at www.styss.org to download and submit.
The event is in its 14th year in San Benito, Texas.
January 17, 2013
Rumbo al’Anacua
The Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center presents Rumbo al'Anacua on Thursday, Jan. 17 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Center, located at 225 E. Stenger. Cost is $5.00 per person.
Rosa Canales Perez and Joe Perez are Mexican Americans raised in rural South Texas who use storytelling, poetry, and music to illustrate their cultural experiences. As retired teachers, they are committed to the idea that cultural diversity is precious and must be preserved through education and the arts. The music from Rumbo al'Anacua keeps the tradition of music performed under the anacua trees, around backyard tables, in dining rooms and on porches throughout South Texas. From its repertory the duo performs old musica ranchera along with original compositions of blues and folk music. As self-taught musicians, the interpretation of musica ranchera, Rumbo al'Anacua evokes a rustic style that speaks of a "voces y guitrras" heritage as it has been preserved among people living north of the Rio Grande. Playing acoustic guitars, they like to say, "Music is too important and too much fun to leave to the professionals."
January 19
Market Day in downtown San Benito (Plaza de San Benito, 225 E. Stenger.)
Sponsored by San Benito Chamber of Commerce, in downtown San Benito at Plaza de San Benito, 210 E. Heywood, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This free event is an open-air bazaar where music, arts and crafts, and people, come together for fun and profit. It features festive activities often including live entertainment, taste-tempting treats at food booths and handmade and one-of-a-kind items at bargain prices. Market Days vendors may rent open space at a rate of $15 by contacting the San Benito Chamber of Commerce at 399-5321. Tables will be rented for $3 each. Food booths are limited. No flea market or garage sale booths allowed.
February 9
Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame and Museum Present:
"Noche De Ronda" Valentine's Day Dance at the San Benito Knights of Columbus Hall. The entertainment will again be provided by Noe Pro and The Band.
February 16
Market Day in downtown San Benito (Plaza de San Benito, 225 E. Stenger.)
Sponsored by San Benito Chamber of Commerce, in downtown San Benito at Plaza de San Benito, 210 E. Heywood, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This free event is an open-air bazaar where music, arts and crafts, and people, come together for fun and profit. It features festive activities often including live entertainment, taste-tempting treats at food booths and handmade and one-of-a-kind items at bargain prices. Market Days vendors may rent open space at a rate of $15 by contacting the San Benito Chamber of Commerce at 399-5321. Tables will be rented for $3 each. Food booths are limited. No flea market or garage sale booths allowed.
February 19
San Benito Historical Society Presents:
Windows to the Past Speaker Series. Hear a presentation of Black History in the Valley by George McShan, long-serving Harlingen School Board member and former dean at Texas State Technical College, at the San Benito Community Building Auditorium, 210 E. Heywood, at 6 p.m. Historical Society meets second Tuesdays of each month at 6:00 pm at NMCAC 225 E. Stenger.
March 9
Texas Independence Day
Live re-enactment of the famous Battle of the Alamo with period vendors baking pan de campo and chili and vendors selling period items. Live entertainment. Vendors can sign-up at the Chamber of Commerce Office, 401 N. Sam Houston, or by calling 361-3800.
March 16
Market Day in downtown San Benito (Plaza de San Benito, 225 E. Stenger.)
Sponsored by San Benito Chamber of Commerce, in downtown San Benito at Plaza de San Benito, 210 E. Heywood, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This free event is an open-air bazaar where music, arts and crafts, and people, come together for fun and profit. It features festive activities often including live entertainment, taste-tempting treats at food booths and handmade and one-of-a-kind items at bargain prices. Market Days vendors may rent open space at a rate of $15 by contacting the San Benito Chamber of Commerce at 399-5321. Tables will be rented for $3 each. Food booths are limited. No flea market or garage sale booths allowed.
March 22-23
Diabetes Walk/Run
A benefit fundraiser for the Rio Grande Valley American Diabetes Association-Cameron County will host a San Benito Diabetes Walk/ Run at Heavin Resaca Trail and a Zumbathon at Kennedy Park. Both facilities are located on the Resaca in San Benito. Individuals, families and organizations are invited to participate to raise funds for diabetes support and research. Only in its second year of existence, the event raised $14,000 for the RGVDA-CC last year. In its first year, the event contributed $6,000 for the cause. All proceeds remain in Cameron County. The run and bike tour start at 8 a.m. at Heavin Resaca Trail, and the walk begins at 9 a.m. The Zumbathon is scheduled for 10 a.m. at Kennedy Park. Knowledgeable guest speakers will be on hand to address diabetes-related health topics. Live music, face painting, moon jumps and nutritious snacks and water will also be offered free of charge. For more information please contact Ray Saldana at 622-2733.
March 29
San Benito Historical Society Presents:
Windows to the Past Speaker Series. Hear a presentation by a long-time residents’ roundtable facilitated by former San Benito City Commissioner Bill Elliott at the San Benito Community Building Auditorium, 210 E. Heywood, at 6 p.m. Historical Society meets second Tuesdays of each month at 6:00 pm at NMCAC 225 E. Stenger.
Regularly Scheduled Activities, Meetings & Services
To have your group included here, please send all new listings, corrections, changes and revisions to Martha McClain at mmcclain@cityofsanbenito.com or call 956-361-3804 Ex. 301. Thank you.
En Passant Chess Club: Every Thursday at the San Benito Community Building from 7 -10 p.m. Participation is open to the public.
Historical Society: Meetings have changed to second Tuesdays of each month at the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center at 6 p.m., located at 225 E. Stenger. New members welcome.
Boy Scouts of America Troop 25: Mondays at 7:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 400 North Sam Houston Boulevard. For more information contact Rey Cantu 264-3418.
San Benito Special Events Board: Final Monday of each month to plan local events, at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 401 N. Sam Houston. Volunteers welcome.
Valley Metro Bus Service: Runs Monday-Fridays with stops at San Benito Dialysis, Lopez Food Store, Heavin Resaca Trail, Bobby Morrow Stadium, San Benito High School, Cameron County Annex, Doctors Hospital Cancer Center, Wal-Mart, HEB, Texas State Technical College, VTC Bus Station and San Benito City Hall. For more information, please visit www.lrgvdc.org, or call 1-800-574-8322.
San Benito Public Library: Open to the public. The Library is home of great literature, and the BOOKMARK Café, where gourmet coffees and pastries are offered. 101 Rose Street.
Intensive Pre GED Classes: Mondays through Thursdays, 8 a.m.-12 noon. San Benito START Center, 743 N. Sam Houston Blvd., San Benito. 956-399-7818.
English as a Second Language: Mondays through Thursdays from 12:30-3 p.m. San Benito START Center, 743 N. Sam Houston Blvd., San Benito. 956-399-7818.
Story Time for local children, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., San Benito Public Library, 101 West Rose Street.
The Pride Committee of the Chamber of Commerce selects a nicely landscaped and maintained Business and Home every third Tuesday of the Month. Contact Bertha Wilson at 399-5763.
City Commission: First and third Tuesdays of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 401 N. Sam Houston.
San Benito CISD Board of Trustees: Second Tuesday of each month meetings at 7 p.m. at the John Barron Administration Building, 240 E. Crockett.
Planning & Zoning: Third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m., City Annex Building, 400 N. Travis.
Board of Adjustments: Third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m., City Annex Building, 400 N. Travis.
Building Standards and Renewal Board: fourth Thursday of each month at City Annex Building, 400 N. Travis at 6:30 p.m.
Veterans Advisory Board: First Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the San Benito Municipal Building, 401 N. Sam Houston
Parks & Recreation Board: Second Monday of each month at City Annex Building, 400 N. Travis at 6 p.m.
Library Board: Second Thursday of each month at the Library, 101 W. Rose at 6:30 p.m.
Economic Development Corporation: Second Thursday of each month at the Municipal Building, 401 N. Sam Houston at 6:30 p.m.
Utilities Board: Fourth Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 401 N. Sam Houston
Public Housing Authority: Third Thursday of the month at the Palmville Housing Development at 6 p.m.