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Brace yourself for this month-long festival. George Washington's Birthday, the largest of its kind since 1898. Special events within the festival include the Society of Martha Washington Colonial Pageant and Ball, the Jalapeno Festival, the Noche de Cabaret, the Princess Pocahontas Pageant and Ball, several parades and a finale of fireworks.

See the stars at The Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium, on the Texas A&M International University campus. Spend an afternoon or evening watching a feature film, exploring the heavens, learning about the secrets of outer space or even enjoying a show set to Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon." In Laredo, you won't find an attraction that's more out-of-this-world.

The 18-hole championship golf course at the Laredo Country Club is exclusive to members, although prospective members are welcome to survey the grounds and admire some of the finest putting greens in the state. The "Laredo" course was designed by Joseph S. Finger and opened in 1983. The 7,125-yard course plays from the longest tees for a par of 72, with a course rating of 74.6 and a slope rating of 133.

Since 1939, Vega's Interiores Mejicanos has been supplying the best art, home decor, furniture, jewelry and clothing for their clients. This family-owned and operated store imports items from Mexico, South America and Europe, and sells custom-made furniture. Even former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt found a few favorite items at this store.