Good morning, El Paso. Did you know, El Paso is home to the oldest continuously operating U.S. Army post in Texas—Fort Bliss! It was established in 1848.

In today’s Border City Buzz:

• Help Shape El Paso’s Future

• Have A Prom Dress You Want To Donate?

• Romeo & Juliet Musical

Let’s get to it.

Around Town

El Paso Libraries Win Prestigious Award 🎗️

El Paso Public Libraries has won the Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award for the sixth year in a row! Out of 542 Texas libraries, only 105 earned this honor. Recognized for reaching underserved communities, innovative programs, and digital inclusion efforts, the library continues to provide top-notch services like Summer Reading Club, Día de los Niños, and passport services.

Library Director Norma Martinez credits the hardworking staff for their dedication to education and culture. Want to explore all they offer? Visit: www.ElPasoLibrary.org. 📚

Help Shape El Paso’s Future 🗣️

Want to make a difference in El Paso? Join the 2025 Community Needs Assessment Input Sessions and share your thoughts on social services, housing, and more! Your voice helps shape how federal funds are used. The two sessions are:

• February 20 | 5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. | Sylvia Carreon Community Center

  709 Lomita Dr.

• February 25 | 5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. | Wayne Thornton Community Center (Grandview) 3134 Jefferson Ave.

Have A Prom Dress You Want To Donate? 👗

Prom season is around the corner, and Belle of the Ball wants every student to feel like royalty! Started by Loretto High student Amelie Perches, the group is collecting 800 prom dresses to give away for free.

The dress giveaway is on March 23, 9 A.M. - 2 P.M., at Ella Blu Boutique. Anyone needing a dress can stop by and pick one out. Donations can be dropped off at Ella Blu Boutique or Bridal Novias. Help make prom special for someone in need!

Things To Do

Time For A Musical 🎶

Experience one of the greatest love stories ever told as the El Paso Symphony Orchestra presents Romeo and Juliet – Love for Your Valentine!

📅 Date & Time: February 21 – 22, 2025, 7:30 P.M. (Doors open at 6:30 P.M.)
📍 Location: Plaza Theatre, El Paso, TX
💰 Admission: $17 - $49
🎟️ Tickets: Click here

Anyone For Some Country Music 🤠

Flatland Cavalry is bringing their Flatland Forever Tour to Abraham Chavez Theatre on February 22! Known for their heartfelt lyrics and twangy Texas sound, they’ve rocked stages with legends like Willie Nelson and Luke Combs.

📅 Date & Time: February 22, 2025, 8:00 P.M.
📍 Location: Abraham Chavez Theatre, El Paso, TX
🎟️ Tickets: click here

DiscoverE Sparks Young Minds 🧑‍🔬

EPWater and TecH2O Learning Center are hosting DiscoverE, a free event celebrating engineers and inspiring future innovators! Families can enjoy hands-on science and engineering activities, plus a food truck on-site.

📅 Date & Time: February 22, 2025, 11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
📍 Location: TecH2O Learning Center, 10751 Montana Ave.

Weather

Wednesday

⬆️ 64 ⬇️ 34 | ☀️ | 0% chance of rain

Thursday

⬆️ 62 ⬇️ 35 | ☀️ | 0% chance of rain

Friday

⬆️ 65 ⬇️ 37 | ☀️ | 0% chance of rain

Live Music & Entertainment

Wednesday 2/19

• Orlando Madrid Trio – Lotus Social House – 5:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

• Jazz Around Town – The Garrison – 7:30 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.

• Cursive – Lowbrow Palace – 8:00 P.M.

• Pile – Lowbrow Palace – 7:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M.

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