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🌞Convention Center Is Expanding

🌞Convention Center Is Expanding

Border City Buzz
April 16, 2025

Good morning, El Paso. Is it just me or does it seem like the new mayor is making MAJOR investments into the city? Either way, I’m excited for what’s to come.

In today’s Border City Buzz:

Friends Trivia Night
Easter Fun At The Dentist
Sunset Amphitheater Gets Greenlight

Let’s get to it.

Things To Do

For Adults

Fitchella 💪

It’s like Coachella, but with exercise. On April 20th, hit Soggy Peso for a Coachella-style fitness party! With Pilates, HIIT, resistance bands, and a live DJ, this workout will have you moving from start to finish. Women’s class at 10:00 AM, co-ed at 11:30 AM. Stay after for vendors, music, giveaways, and good vibes. BYO mat and bring your festival fit! You can get tickets here.

🗓️ Date & Time: April 20, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Soggy Peso, 11355 Pellicano Dr., El Paso, TX

Hand Embroidery Workshop 🧵

Ready to get crafty? On Saturday, April 19th, head to Wine Down in Socorro for a chill embroidery workshop! You’ll learn fun stitches, make cool mushroom designs, and leave with something handmade. No experience needed, and all supplies are included, but you do have to register here.

🗓️ Date & Time: April 19, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Wine Down, 10245 Socorro Rd, Socorro, TX

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Friends Trivia Night ❓

Think you know Friends the show? Prove it at Neep Collective’s trivia night tonight. There will be food, drinks, and lots of fun.

🗓️ Date & Time: April 16, 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Neep Collective, 8144 Dyer St., El Paso, TX

Paint Party 🎨

Yeehaw and paint on! Create your own Cowgirl Boot Flower Vase at Cafe Rose with step-by-step help. Perfect for a girls night full of flowers, fun, and pink vibes! Register here if you are interested.

🗓️ Date & Time: April 17, 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Cafe Rose, 307 E Franklin Ave, El Paso, TX

For Kids & Families

Easter Fun At The Dentist 🐰

Hop into some Easter fun at Texas Kids Dental! Enjoy face painting, crafts, raffles, and photos with the Easter Bunny—plus a big egg hunt kicking off at 6 PM! Admission is free, just make sure to bring your Easter basket.

🗓️ Date & Time: April 16, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: 3650 Joe Battle Blvd, El Paso, TX

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Story Time For The Little Ones 📚

Little ones ages 0–5 are invited to a morning of stories, songs, and smiles at Westside Library’s Early Childhood Storytime! It’s the perfect way to spark a love of reading.

🗓️ Date & Time: April 16, 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Westside Library, 125 Belvidere St., El Paso, TX 79912

Local News

City Boosts Global Ties 🌍

El Paso just launched its first-ever International Policy Agenda to strengthen ties with Mexico, boost trade, and modernize border infrastructure. With over $145 billion in trade passing through our city each year, this plan helps El Paso grow smarter, safer, and more globally connected.

El Paso Expands Convention Center 🏗️

The City just approved spending $4.8 million to buy two downtown properties so it can expand the Convention Center. This move is part of a bigger plan to attract more tourism, jobs, and events. Mayor Renard Johnson says the upgrades will help El Paso compete with other Texas cities. Last year alone, the center hosted 165,000 visitors over 188 event days—now it’s aiming for even more.

Sunset Amphitheater Gets Greenlight ✅

Big concert vibes are coming to Northeast El Paso! City Council just approved the next phase of the Sunset Amphitheater, a $100 million project with 12,500 seats and plans for 40 shows a year. It's set to boost local jobs and businesses, with an “El Paso First” hiring focus. Not everyone’s thrilled though—some council members don’t like the no-competition clause. If all goes well, you’ll be rocking out by 2026 at Gateway North and Cohen Avenue!

El Paso Grows Critical Care 🏥

El Paso’s Hospital District is putting its new $275 million bond to work by expanding critical care services at University Medical Center. The first phase will add ICU beds, an observation unit, and more operating rooms—all at the main campus. Most of the money must be used within three years.

FBI Seeks Teen Recruits 🚨

The FBI El Paso Field Office is accepting applications for its annual Teen Academy, open to 9th–12th grade students. Teens will get an inside look at FBI careers, leadership, and civic duty. Applications, essays, and forms are due by May 16. Learn more by going here.