By El Paso Matters Staff, El Paso Matters Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the borderland in the coming week. Chalk the Block 

Downtown El Paso will once again transform into an open-air gallery as Chalk the Block returns Friday-Saturday, Oct. 11-12 for its 18th anniversary. What began in 2008 as a small sidewalk chalk art competition has become one of the region’s largest public arts festivals, drawing more than 45,000 visitors each year.  The weekend celebration will showcase more than 100 local and touring artists, offering interactive installations, live performances, chalk competitions, and art and food vendors throughout the Downtown Arts District. Festivalgoers can also explore hands-on activities and exhibits at the El Paso Museum of Art, El Paso Museum of Hist

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