HARLINGEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ¦ Chamber Connect ¦ July 27, 2015

Board of Directors

Frank EspinozaChair

Dr. Linda T. BurkeImmediate Past Chair

Ricky LealChair-Elect

Michael AllexSecretary

Lyle GarzaTreasurer

Carlos Cuellar

Rick Ledesma

Josh Fields

Lupe Gonzales

Brenda Ivory

Matt Stone

Sue Ann Taubert

ChamberLeadership Harlingen Application Deadline:

Friday, July 31, 2015

GEORGE LOPEZHARLINGEN MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM // AUGUST 1, 2015

2ND SHOW ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND

Due to popular demand, a second show for George Lopez’s Listen to My Face Tour at the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium on Saturday, August 1st has

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The Family Crisis Center of the Rio Grande Valley has unveiled its new logo in an effort to inform and involve the community.

“The new logo is the beginning of a new era in services,” Executive Director Cynthia V. Catchings said.

“It represents family unity and wellbeing, breaking the cycle of violence. It includes the colors purple and teal,

representing family violence awareness and sexual assault awareness.”

Many clients and survivors already have benefited from the Family Crisis Center’s services. So, the idea of creating a new image is to continue offering the same services and creating change in the community. This time, the major emphasis is on the most innovative models of service, counseling and advocacy in the nation.

The center intends to modernize both its image and services in an effort to transform the way victims of family violence and/or sexual assault are served in the Valley.

“I am very happy to see this new facet of the center. I am glad to be able to see the changes it is going through,” said Maria, a woman who utilizes the center’s facilities. “The Family Crisis Center offered shelter, protection and hope to my children and me. Without their help, we might not be alive today.”

Founded in 1981, The Family Crisis Center of the Rio Grande Valley is the leader in advocacy, counseling, legal

assistance, shelter and rapid rehousing services in the area.

The organization offers a wide range of services designed to empower adults and children experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual assault and increase community awareness and responsiveness in northern Cameron County and Willacy County through prevention, education, outreach and advocacy.

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we are promoting your business with the best interest in mind!

An easy way to submit news and stories that will draw IMMEDIATE attention is to share it on social media platforms. Tag the Harlingen Chamber of Commerce & Use the Chamber’s Hashtag #HCOC MemberNews to

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Communications Coordinator at 956.423.5440 or jcrist@harlingen.com.

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Applications are available at the Chamber office or by visiting www.harlingen.com.

Application deadline:Leadership Harlingen - Friday, July 31, 2015

Youth Leadership Harlingen - Monday, September 21, 2015

Throughout the program, both Leadership classes visit different businesses to hear from strong community figures and learn about

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U . S . R E P R E S E N T A T I V E

FILEMO N VELAinvites constituents of the 34th District of Texas

to join him for a

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Saturday, August, 22, 201510 a.m. to 2 p.m.Casa De Amistad

1204 Fair Park Blvd.Harlingen, Texas 78550

The Congressional Summit allows constituents to meet with representativesfrom various organizations and agencies that offer an array of services.

All employment applicants are asked to bring a copy of their resume.

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COMING SOON:

New Member OrientationThursday, August 6, 2015

4:00 p.m. — 6:30 p.m.Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce

311 E. Tyler Ave.

Buenos DiasTuesday, August 11, 2015

8:00 a.m. — 9:00 a.m.Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce

311 E. Tyler Ave.

Public Affairs LuncheonWednesday, October 7, 2015

11:30 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.TSTC Cultural Arts Center

1902 N. Loop 499

Allstate InsuranceAnderson Agency

Thursday, August 6 ¦ 4:00 p.m.311 E. Tyler Ave.

Harlingen, TX 78550

Pressed On TimeThursday, October 1 ¦ 5:00 p.m.

1820 E. Harrison Ave, #BHarlingen, TX 78550

The Tipsy Tavern Bar & GrillThursday, August 13 ¦ 5:00 p.m.

2230 S. 77 Sunshine StripHarlingen, TX 78550

Rising Scholars Academyof South Texas in San Benito

Thursday, August 20 ¦ 5:30 p.m.151 Helen Moore Rd.San Benito, TX 78586

Community MemberEvents

Bert Ogden Harlingen Auto Plaza Bill Guthrie Sports, Inc. DocumationGillman Auto GroupFrost BankHarlingen Economic Devel-opment Corp.MacPherson’s Medical Supply McCullough & McCullough Attorney’s at Law

MOOD: South TexasNolan Perez, MD Gastroenterology

Port of Harlingen AuthorityRGV Credit Union

Security Service Federal Credit Union

Texas Regional BankUhlhorn Family Partnerships

United HealthcareValley Baptist Legacy Foundation

BRONZE PARTNERS

GOLD PARTNERSAloe LaboratoriesAmerican Leather

Clermont LLCHino Gas Sales, Inc.

Muniz Rio Grande Pharmacy, LLCNevill Business Machines

Pena Eye InstituteSouth Texas Independent School District

Valley International Airport Valley Morning Star

SILVER PARTNERSAEP Texas

Church’s ChickenIBC Bank

Linda Trevino Burke, D.D.S.Lone Star National BankPlatinum Surgery Center

QualfonShepard Walton King Insurance Group

Texas Gas ServiceUnited Launch Alliance

Valhaven Wealth

TITANIUM PARTNERSCity of Harlingen

Harlingen Medical CenterValley Baptist Health System

PLATINUM PARTNERSBoggus Ford

First Community BankLong Chilton, LLP

Chick-fil-A’s Little Chefs AcademyEvery Saturday in July

9 a.m. — 10 a.m.Chick-fil-A

1021 Dixieland Rd.Harlingen, TX 78550

Dessert with the PharmacistsPresented By:

Tuesday, July 28, 20156 p.m. — 8 p.m.

Texas Room at Golden Palms2101 Treasure Hills Blvd.

Harlingen, TX 78550

2015 From Idea to Store Shelf Conference:

Developing & Launching Food Products to Market

Friday, July 31, 20158 a.m. — 3 p.m.

McAllen Chamber of Commerce1200 Ash Ave.

McAllen, TX 78539