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Can a girl take a 5-7 business days to just process things?! 😩🙌🏾 I’m still on cloud 9 ☁️ thinking about last weekend’s unforgettable Change Makers of El Paso: Borderland Women of the Arts Award Ceremony hosted by Progress 321 @progress_321 at the MACC @elpasomacc ! Out of more than 100 incredible submissions, only 29 extraordinary women were selected and celebrated for their powerful, lasting contributions to the arts community right here in El Paso, Texas and the energy in the room reflected just how impactful their work truly is. To be selected among other women of purpose and creativity such as: Rachelle thiewes @rachellethiewes Yasmin Ramirez @yasminramirezwrites Rebecca Anne Munoz @beckieannmunoz Adair Margo @adair_margo Erica Marin @_lamarin & Artist Soila Hernandez Fierro Was an honor and privilege 🙏🏾🌹 Each honoree embodied creativity, resilience, and cultural pride, making the evening nothing short of inspiring. To make it even more special, each Change Maker was gifted a stunning custom scarf designed exclusively for them by renowned muralist and El Paso native Christin Apodaca @christin.m.a a beautiful symbol of artistry, identity, and honor. Truly a night to remember for a lifetime!✨ Special shout out to my sister from another mister and friend till the end @michelleemtrehollis for always being a beacon of hope, positivity, ambition, love and genuine support ✊🏾🙏🏾🌹✨👑 Much love Queen it was a sheer HONOR!

An evening of art, performance and recognition filled the Mexican American Cultural Center as El Paso’s creative community came together for ChangeMakers 2026: Borderland Women in the Arts. From live music and dance to exhibits and an art mercado, the event hosted by El Paso Matters and Progress321 honored 29 area women shaping the region’s cultural landscape. Among them was Rosa Ramirez Guerrero, who received a standing ovation for a lifetime of work in dance and education. Guest speaker Amanda Ekery reflected on the role of creativity in everyday life: “Art really is everywhere in the Borderland … it’s in the music that scores every memory of your life.” See the full photo gallery at elpasomatters.org 🔗 Tap the link in our bio. 📸 Liliana Chavez for ChangeMakers

So proud of these young artists and the way they show up every single time 🙌 Big love to @progress_321 @elpasomacc for creating spaces where talent grows and confidence shines ✨ #SoundStage9 #NextGenMusicians #RockBandKids #ElPasoCreatives #YoungAndFearless @thesmallthingsss9

Thank you so much @progress_321 for having @thesmallthingsss9 ! Check out our next show on April 4th at the annual Easter carnival at the Beast community center! See you all there 🤘🤘 #elpasomusic #915elpaso #kiddrummer #elpasostrong #elpaso915

Imagine being in 6th/7th grade and already being in a rock band? 🤯 You make us proud 🤗 Thank you so much for having us @progress_321 @elpasomacc @elpasomacc 🎸 @thesmallthingsss9

Nos inspiramos en Pantone, porque para nosotros el arte también vive en los colores. Nuestra paleta no está en papel… está en los ingredientes. Nuestro canvas es el plato. Y lo estamos pintando juntas. Anoche fuimos parte de algo muy especial con @progress_321 Especialmente gracias a @stephanie9hdz y a todo el equipo de Progressive 321 por un evento tan hermoso y por invitarnos a ser parte. Se sintió el cuidado en cada detalle. Gracias a @elpasomacc y por abrirnos un espacio donde el arte, la comunidad y la comida se encuentran. No puedo dejar de sonreír al recordar cómo todos nos decían que no podían parar de comer. Las empanadas en nogada desaparecían, los wontons volaban… y la gente nos daba las gracias por tener opciones vegetarianas, opciones sin carbohidratos, por pensar en todos. Y los postres… todos coincidían en lo mismo: una explosión de sabor. Pero más allá de la comida… lo que más me marcó fue la energía. Mi equipo. Mujeres que trabajan a un lado mío haciéndome fuerte con su apoyo laboral y su hermosa energia. Felices, hermosas, presentes. Trabajar con mujeres es un honor para mí. La alegría que se vivió en la cocina no se puede fingir, se siente… y se sirve. Esto que estamos creando es grande ✨🥂 Gracias a mi familia. A @ariannagrisromero , por darle vida visual a todo con @boxmellowstudio 🖤 A mis papás, por sostener siempre. Y a mi abuelita… la primera que me enseñó a cocinar, y hoy tengo la dicha de compartir cocina con ella. Eso no tiene precio.

Attendees joined us for a Tech Talk + Game Session exploring the world of software and game development. Led by Victor Talamantes, CEO of @binmatterstudio , in partnership with @progress_321 , the session offered a behind-the-scenes look at how games are built, from core development concepts to real-world application. With 20 attendees and a series of interactive mini-games, participants not only gained insight into development workflows but also experienced the process firsthand through @fiesta.livegame , a live multiplayer demo. Want to stay updated on programs and partners? Register for our newsletter: bit.ly/ephubnews The Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub is a project of the @elpasocf , supported by @microsoft .

✨ El Paso Events This Weekend! From March 26–29, there’s so much happening around the city — from local markets and live shows to community events and more. Plus, don’t miss NBA Hall of Famer and UTEP legend Tim Hardaway Sr. coming to town this weekend 🏀🔥 Whether you’re exploring events, supporting local vendors, or just looking for something fun to do, El Paso has you covered. Make your plans, enjoy the weekend, and support local businesses and the arts. 🧡 Tag your crew, save this for later, and comment down below if we missed any events! #elpasotx915 #elpaso915 #elpasotexas #elpasotx #elpaso #elpasoevents #thingstodoelpaso #monsterlinkmarketing #supportlocal #supportlocalbusiness #elpasocommunity

We are incredibly proud to celebrate our co-founder, Yvonne, as a 2026 honoree at Change Makers: Borderland Women in the Arts ✨ Her vision, passion, and leadership are at the heart of everything we do at Texas Culinary Institute, and this recognition is a reflection of the impact she continues to create in our community. Thank you @progress_321 and @elpasomatters for this meaningful recognition! If you’d like to attend, you can find ticket information here 👉🏼 /changemakers

I am honored to be a part of this amazing event recognizing remarkable women from the boarderland!🩷🩷🩷 #girlsruletheworld #elpaso #ChangeMakers

Thank you @progress_321 @elpasomatters for this great HONOR! 🙏🏼🤍 Congrats to all my beautiful colleagues. #WomenintheArts #changemakers2026 #BorderlandArts #celebratecreativity

🎉 Woohoo, we had a great time tonight hosting both Armonia Symphony Collective and @progress_321 members at Backstage Pass, our first educational event of the season! We met for drinks at Anson 11 🍹, observed the musicians rehearse Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 7. C-sharp minor, Op. 131🎻, and then asked @borattay questions about his life and career. 🎼 📝 Save the date for our next educational event: March 25. Details coming soon!