Empty Bowls 2017, Tuesday 11am-1:30pm, Boggus Ford Events Center (Pharr). Since our founding in 2012, we’ve proudly supported the Food Bank of the RGV during Hunger Action Month each September. Join them for their biggest fundraiser of the year, Empty Bowls. Tickets are $25 online or $30 at the door.

Alfresco Weslaco, Thursday 6:30-9pm, Downtown Weslaco. Music, food, arts & crafts and a grito contest for adults and kids at this monthly art walk-style event. Free & family friendly.

CityBoiStreets, Thursday 7pm, The Flying Walrus. Tickets $10-20.

Ronald McDonald House Charities RGV Reveal Event, Friday, Ronald McDonald House of the RGV (Harlingen). The charity celebrates 20 years with a revamp and design of its facilities, sponsored by La-Z-Boy of McAllen, who will raffle off a mini-makeover to contributors before 9/21.

5th Annual Brew at the Zoo, Friday 6-9pm, Gladys Porter Zoo (Brownsville). Craft beer and food from local restaurants, plus live music and games to support the zoo. $25 pre-sale or $30 at the door.

Ricardo Arjona, Friday 8pm, State Farm Arena (Hidalgo). Tickets start at $65 on Ticketmaster.

VSO Concert 1: The Simple Gift, Friday 8pm, UTRGV Performing Arts Complex (Edinburg). The first Valley Symphony Orchestra concert of the season features Maestro/Music Director Peter Dabrowski and Diana Seitz on violin. Tickets start at $38.

Zika Action Day, Saturday 8am-2pm, Mercadome Flea Market (Alamo). Free giveaways and Zika education plus games and a coloring table for the kids, presented by Hidalgo County Health & Human Services and health organization from across the RGV.

Raymond Orta, Saturday 8pm, McAllen Performing Arts Center. Tickets start at $20.

Reinforce / Worst Behavior Record Release Show, Saturday 8pm, Yerberia Cultura. With guests Blackhand (SATX), Wax Pink, Forced Life, Switchblade and Aracnido. $6, all ages.

South Texas Wedding & Quinceanera Showcase, Sunday 12-5pm, McAllen Convention Center. Tickets: $10.

IMAS Studio Sundays, Sunday 2-3pm, International Museum of Art & Science. “IMAS extends the fun this summer with one hour monthly art workshops exploring a different topic each time. Included in regular admission. Dive into the world of fine art during these one-hour workshops! These workshops are perfect for learners of all ages and skill levels.” This month’s session is Landscape Painting.

Sunday Speaker Series, Sunday 2-3pm, Museum of South Texas History (Edinburg). “Dr. Lino García Jr., a professor at UTRGV, will present about Colonial Spanish Texas 1528-1821 during the Sunday Speaker Series Sept. 24.” Included in regular admission.

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Hunger Action Day 2017, Thursday all day, throughout the RGV. WhatMcAllen has been a proud supporter of the Food Bank of the RGV through Hunger Action Month each September since we launched in 2012. Today is Hunger Action Day–take action to help those fighting hunger in our community. We suggest donating your time, non-perishable goods, or money!

McAllen Business Expo, Thursday 10am-5:30pm, McAllen Convention Center. Network with local businesses, win great prizes and more. Free event.

Arkaik, Seeker, Friday 6-11:30pm, Sofie’s SS Saloon. Hard Fall Mini Fest also features Alterbeast, Enfold Darkness, Inanimate Existence and Wolf King. $15 presale, all ages.

Diez y Seis de Septiembre Pharr Phestival, Friday 6-10pm, Jones Box Park (Pharr). Free, family friendly festival featuring music, food, contests and more.

Fiesta de Familia, Saturday 11am-1pm, McAllen Public Library. “Come celebrate 16 de Septiembre with food, culture, crafts and fun for kids and teens!!!”

Texas Strong Hurricane Harvey Benefit Concert, Saturday 1-9pm, Prim’s Place Live (Alamo). RGV Music Scene and local bands including Last Page and Ten Ton Hammer come together to help the victims of Harvey. They are looking for: toiletries, supplies for school, pets and babies as well as any monetary donations. $6 BBQ plates will also be for sale.

Hispanic Heritage Celebration, Saturday 3-6pm, Las Palmas Community Center. Games, food, music and more. Free, family friendly event.

Collage 2017: IMAS 50th Anniversary, Saturday 6-10pm, International Museum of Art & Science. The museum marks their 50th Anniversary with their annual gala.

Caldo Frio CD Release, Saturday 8pm, The Moonlight on 10th. With Ghost Palace (Seattle), Personal Use, Thr33 H3aded Dragon, Monstruo Bohemio, TAO and The Violet Projection.

Total Abuse (ATX), Saturday 8pm, Yerberia Cultura. With Aracnido, Program, Noble Insect and Damak (ATX). $7, all ages.

Hurricane Beulah Commemoration at MOSTHistory, Sunday 2-3pm, Museum of South Texas History (Edinburg). “Please join us for a special presentation from the National Weather Service at 2 p.m. Activities will include a screening of It Happened in Texas and display of several Hurricane Beulah-related items.” Included in regular admission.

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