Arrrg matey — don’t forget to pick up some Black Iguana Frozen Ritas, now available at Blue Marlin Supermarket on Padre Blvd. in South Padre Island!

Then head on out to the SPI 35 Birthday Party with a Pirate Flair, which takes place at a the local pirate’s den – Louie’s Backyard on Friday, April 11. There will be “surprise” guests, live music by the Bongo Dogs, a pirate-themed costume contest, food and great fun. And, to top-off the evening, a fireworks display over beautiful Laguna Madre Bay.

It’s a Pirate Bazaarrrr Family Fun Festival on Saturday, April 12, with vendor booths, music and games at the Louie’s Backyard parking lot. Storytelling takes place at the Beachcomber’s Museum, and sandcastle and kite-flying lessons, and various activities to take place on the Island ’s beach. Sunday’s the wind-down with a Pirate’s birthday brunch at participating locations.

And remember: Save beer, drink more iguana!