Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 36, No. 3 © 2022 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, November 2, 2022 INDEX Reunions p 4 Events Calendar p 6 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 “On the road with Jo” p 12 Taste of the Valley p 13 Business Guide p 17 Classifieds p 18 Coupon Index p 18 Rina’s Ramblings AMandarin Duck was recently the main attraction at Pendleton Park in Harlingen. It was a sight to see for many birders in the area, and there were many that made a drive to Harlingen to see if they could spot the rare bird – that really shouldn’t be where it was found. According to news reports, the Mandarin Duck was a family-owned duck that had escaped from their yard. It took them a See DUCK pg. 15 See RAMBLINGS pg. 17 See BLASING pg. 17 The weather has been really nice lately. It has been good to get outside and enjoy the cool breeze. With these mini cold fronts, we have been able to enjoy some nice temps, although not always long lasting, it brings hope for the fall temps that should be here soon. This time of year is a great time to get out and explore. It’s not too hot, and it isn’t too cold yet either. Of course, it’s rarely too cold to be Mandarin Duck spotlights at Harlingen park You are invited to a fundraiser for the sole purpose of supplying a Veteran in need of a custom trained dog. Leslie Blasing will be hosting fundraisers for this purpose the next two weekends, November 5 and 6, and November 12 and 13, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Coco Beach (2612 Gulf Blvd., South Padre Island). Each year this fundraiser donates to help offset the cost to train, Blasing hosts fundraiser events It’s always fun to take a stroll through one our of local World Birding Center parks. Last week we went out to the Old Hidalgo Pumphouse to see what was happening at the park. Our main goal was to catch the model trains in action, but the offices had closed early, so we decided to walk part of the trail and enjoy some of the grounds. What was even more interesting on this visit, was that the park was See PUMPHOUSE pg. 11 Take a stroll at Hidalgo Pumphouse SUNDAY November6 Photo by William Brunson
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 www.wintertexantimes.com 2 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Serving Valleywide for 35 years Sales • Parts • Rentals • Service EAT, SLEEP & PLAY GOLF Come See The Brand New 2022 Evolution Electric Vehicle Drive Around In Your Brand New Golf Cart Today! Lithium Battery ezridegolfcars@sbcglobal.net www.easyridegolfcars.com 2508 W. Interstate Hwy 2 Mission, TX 78572 Street Legal Easy Ride Golf Cars 956-580-3370 TRANSPORT • Sales & Installations • Vinyl Skirting & Tie Downs • Custom Steps made of Wood & Metal • Door & Windows • Plumbing & Electric • Used Mobile Homes Sales Financing Available petecotransport@gmail.com Ph: (956) 787-2847 or (956) 787-0413 We Buy Mobile Homes 2911 N Cesar Chavez Rd. San Juan, TX 78589 Family Owned & Operated Over 30 Years The Winter Texan Times has been featuring activities at the local Winter Texan parks since its inception, after all, that was part of the intent of the paper – to highlight the parks and the activities held within them. In its first issue, and during its first season, the Winter Texan Times featured small articles submitted by the parks, talking about their activities, what the park had to offer, and more. This week I am going to delve into some of these activities and mention some of those that take place today. One of our writers from the beginning was Virginia Sunderman. She wrote several articles, but one was about her park, O l e a n d e r Acres. She starts out, “The c h a n g i n g of leaf colors in Indiana is the signal for a lifestyle change for Winter Texan Times: Looking back 35 years Winter Texan parks have a myriad of activities this family and for many other families, too. The Winter Texan is again in his home in South Texas and is very glad to be here.” At the beginning of November in 1987, activities at Oleander Acres were already in full swing, she said. They had bingo games, morning coffee hour, and more. Some exciting events they had were one day bus tours to areas like Eggers Acres and Bird Rescue. Those that attended were about to see a couple of birds the organization was rehabilitating including a Harris Hawk and Caracara. They learned about their normal lifestyle and all that the organization does. Oleander Acres was also using its residents for themed event nights like Indiana Night. Another park with a submission was Split Rail RV Park. The article was written by Ruth Welch. Activities at the park began with a tenth See ACTIVITIES pg. 20 Green Gate Grove Jam. Photo by Henry Miller Glenn Miller Orchestra Dance. Photo by Carina Brunson
3 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 2, 2022 MOBILE HOME INSURANCE We Also Insure PARK MODELS • TRAVEL TRAILERS MOTORHOMES • GOLF CARTS • “CASITAS” 5TH WHEELS • AUTOS • MOTORCYCLES Galvan Insurance Agency, Inc. 1101 East Business 83 Donna, TX 1 1/2 milesWest of Don-Wes Flea Market www.galvaninsuranceagency.com *Premium subject to carrier underwriting. Rate subject to change. Plan Covers: Fire, Lightning, Explosion, Smoke, Wind (Hurricane, Tornadoes), Hail, Riot & Civil Commotion, Land & Air Vehicles... Also Includes $100,000 Liability Coverage. Flood Coverage Available Call or Come See Us 956-464-2886 Budget-Minded Rates Symposium Focuses on History of the RGV A dozen speakers will be relating a variety of history aspects about the Rio Grande Valley during the two-day South Texas Historical Association’s (STHA) symposium at the Bowie Parental Engagement Center, 811 E. Bowie Ave., in Alamo November 4 and 5. The free event, which is co-hosted by the Friends of the City of Alamo Museum, opens with a blessing and drumming ceremony that draws attention to the RGV’s Native American history of the Lipan Apaches and the Karankawa Indians. Henry Gonzalez will be speaking about “The Karankawas Then and Now” at 1:30 p.m., November 5, and Dr. Robert Soto will discuss “The Lipan Apache Nation” two hours later. Soto will also lead the closing powwow ceremony. Another symposium subject will feature Dr. Rolando Avila, UTRGV history professor, discussing “The Civil War Era in South Texas” at 9:45 a.m., November 5. The Civil War’s underground railroad in Texas is the subject of both historian Dr. Martin Salinas, author of “Indians of the Rio Grande Delta,” that same day at 9:15 a.m. and UTRGV anthropology lecturer and Community Historical Archaeology Project with Schools Program (CHAPS) program director Roseann Bacha-Garza, talking about “Pathways to Freedom,” scheduled for 11:20 a.m. An explanation of the El Gato (the cat) area to the south of Alamo will be presented by Alejandro Oyoque, Alamo Museum curator and director, at 10:45 a.m., November 5. November 4 subjects start with Manuel Hinojosa, artist/architect and vice president of the Mission Museum, discussing “Early Settlers of Port Isabel” at 10:45 a.m. followed by Juan Carmona, Donna teacher, with the topic about the tragic “Alton Bus Accident.” At 2 p.m. historian Jose Maria Garcia Baez, will tackle formation of the “Rio Bravo Historical Group” and then Juan Gonzales, UTRGV CHAPS co-director, with “Ancient Landscapes of South Texas.” Wrapping up the afternoon are Maria Thersa Hernandez, University of Houston undergraduate director, with the subject “Juan Nepomuceno Cortina” and Carroll Scrogin Brincefield, STHA president, discussing “Sharecroppers.” The symposium, which is to learn about and to preserve South Texas history, has been underwritten by sponsorships from the Alamo Economic Development Corporation, The Landmark on Tower, Alamo Flea Market, Memorial Funeral Home, Walmart, Advantage Health, Willie’s BBQ, Henry and Penny Gonzalez, Jesse and Idolina Vela and Demaris Swint. Additional support is being provided by PSJA School District, Manjar Bakery, Alamo Restaurant, Esperanza Cake, Alvarado’s Bakery and Alamo Chamber of Commerce. While the symposium is free for the public to attend, reservations are required, which can be made by mail to the City of Alamo Museum, 130 South Eighth Street, Alamo, TX, 78516, by phone at (956) 6814398 or by email at aoyoque@alamotexas.org. Courtesy Photo
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Supply &Hardware Mobile Home Special Orders Available Ask about our daily Manager Specials! PETECO, INC. 2911 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. San Juan, TX 78589 956-787-2847 petecotransport@gmail.com We Do Tie-Down Certification SAVE 10% OFF Your Entire Purchase When You Bring In This Ad *Conditions apply, see store for details. Offer expires March 31, 2023. See what’s happening at the Come See Our RGV Veterans Exhibit! Ends November 30th Check our social media for Holiday opening schedule. Book Reading “Living Beyond Borders” November 5th at 2PM OpenWed. - Friday: 1PM - 5PM 2nd and 4th Saturday from 12pm to 4pm Museum of History & Culture 301 S. Main St. McAllen, TX Find us on (956) 687-1904 mcallenheritagecenter.com Dec 7th through mid-January Art Exhibit featuring works by artists Raquel Hinojosa & Lupe Hernandez Saturday, Dec. 10 Book reading of "Christmas Candy" by author Dr. Clark Van Heller with refreshments aaer! Saturday, Dec. 17 PalmFest @ La Placita! Enjoy food, art, music, & craas by local artisans! Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word. Right now, there are several meetings already taking place. Red Hatters are getting together on at least a monthly basis. The RGVWoodcarvers are getting together weekly too. I am sure there are others that are meeting up for little get togethers here and there. If you would like to share your information, please send it in. If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too. You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com. Model Rail Roading & Railroaders Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information. Day of the Dead exhibit open at Alamo Museum For the second consecutive year the City of Alamo Museum is presenting a Day of the Dead altar (ofrenda) during the month of November. The Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a traditional cultural and religious holiday celebrated initially in Mexican homes, but the festivity, which dates back to pre-Hispanic times, has found its way into other regions in the Western Hemisphere, including South Texas. The usual two-day affair celebrates the lives of deceased children on November 1 and deceased adults on November 2. The museum altar, which is a reminder that the dead are not forgotten, was decorated by the Spanish language teachers from PSJA Memorial Early College High School, led by Maria Garza. The altar to departed souls has four main elements—a pitcher of water to quench the thirst of a returning spirit; wind symbolized with paper banners; earth marked with some food, like bread; and fire found in lighted candles as a guide marker. The museum’s seven level altar also features 13 special items around it including an image of the saint with candles, salt, bread of the dead, dishes of fruit and sweets, candles to serve as guides, and a cross. Decorations can include skulls that are detailed as to specific regions in Mexico and serves as offering reminders. Food often plays a major role, like “pan de Muerto,” or Bread of the Dead. A photo of the deceased person or some important possession may be placed on the altar which among the pictures this year remembers Rogelio “Cheddy” Balli, who was the Friends of the Museum treasurer and passed away in early 2020. The public is welcome to visit the museum, which is located at 130 South Eighth Street in Alamo. For more information you may call (956) 961-4398. The museum is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. An altar to commemorate the Day of the Dead observance has been created at the City of Alamo Museum and will be on display the month of November.
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 2, 2022 * Plus $2 fee for credit/debit cards *Please be advised, this play contains mildly offensive language, which may be unsuitable for some audience members. www.harlingencommunitytheatre.org • 1209 Fair Park Blvd. Harlingen, TX 78550 • playhousefairpark97@gmail.com Hometown Heroes to be honored at MOSTH The Museum of South Texas History (MOSTH) presents “Hometown Heroes of South Texas: A Veterans Day Exhibit” opening Saturday, November 5, at 10 a.m. The Rio Grande Valley has a long history of military service and to commemorate this service, the museum will highlight four individuals who bravely served: Jerry Arteaga, Gina Guajardo, Jessica Villarreal, and Jose Villarreal. The veterans shared their collections with the museum and will be featured in the temporary exhibit. Personal collection items include uniforms, medals, photographs, letters, and other sentimental possessions from deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. Visitors can learn more about the veterans being honored through a video produced by MOSTH that will be played within the exhibit. “Hometown Heroes of South Texas” opens Saturday, November 5, coinciding with the Veterans Day Parade in Edinburg. The exhibit closes Sunday, November 27, and is included in the regular museum admission fees. MOSTH is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about the exhibit, please contact Collections and Exhibits Coordinator Melissa Peña at (956) 383-6911 or mjpena@mosthistory.org. Courtesy Photo VA Clinics hold events VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System at the Harlingen VA Outpatient Clinic is hosting a Veterans Day Event to honor Veterans and their families. The event is open to the public and will include a benefit’s fair, car show, and barbecue. The event will be held on Friday, November 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2106 Treasure Hills Blvd. The McAllen VA Clinic Veterans Day Event will include a benefit’s fair and barbecue. The event will be held on Thursday, November 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 901 East Hackberry Ave. On November 8, Corpus Christi VA Outpatient Clinic is hosting a Veterans Day breakfast celebration sponsored by HEB. In observance of Veterans Day various breakfast goodies and drinks will be served (while supplies last). It will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 205 S. Enterprize Pkwy. On November10, Corpus Christi VA Outpatient Clinic is hosting another celebration and will be serving hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks (while supplies last). The event is sponsored by the Republic National Distributing Company in collaboration with the Valor Group and Corpus Christi Combat Veteran Motorcycle Association. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Connecting with our Veterans and our community is an integral component to our mission,” said Hugo Martinez, Acting Public Affairs Officer. “During this event we celebrate our Veterans and their families as well as connect with our community to share information about the services we provide. We are here for our Veterans and our staff are here to serve.” Veterans and family members, who are not able to stop by this event, may always visit www. va.gov/health-care/about-va-healthbenefits/ or call 855-864-0516 and ask to speak with a health benefits advisor for information about VA health benefits.
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The event will take place at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit https:// valleyorchestra.org/concerts/. November 4-5 – The South Texas Historical Association will host their symposium at the Bowie Parental Engagement Center, 81 E. Bowie Ave., inAlamo. The symposium will feature speakers presenting information about the history of the Rio Grande Valley and important historical events. It is free to attend, but reservations are required. Call (956) 681-4398 or email aoyoque@alamotexas.org for more information. November 5 – McAllen Heritage Center will be hosting the editor and two authors of ‘Living Beyond Borders, Growing up Mexican’ at 2 p.m. Refreshments will follow until 4 p.m. Books will be available for purchase. The center is located at 301 S. Main St. Free parking is located at the rear of the building. Call (956) 687-1904 or visit mcallenheritage.com for more information. November 5 – The Museum of South Texas History (MOSTH) presents Hometown Heroes of South Texas: A Veterans Day Exhibit, opening at 10 a.m. The exhibit will feature donated items from local Veterans. The event will coincide with the Veterans Day Parade in Edinburg. The Exhibit closes on November 27. MOSTH is located at 200 North Closner in Edinburg. For more information visit MOSTHistory.org or call (956) 383-6911. November 5 – The South Texas Farm Fest will be held at 1202 N. Vermont Ave., in Mercedes from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support the creation of the Mercedes Museum. The event will feature food trucks, an outdoor market, local vendors, a super farmer contest, and more. Admission is $5. For more information, call (956) 532-7713. November 5-6 – You are invited to a fundraiser for the sole purpose of supplying a Veteran in need of a custom trained dog. Leslie Blasing will be hosting fundraisers for this purpose from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Coco Beach (2612 Gulf Blvd., South Padre Island). November 9-13 – The Annual Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival will be held in Harlingen. The event will be full of seminars and field trips for those that have registered. There are some community events as well. Full details and a full list of events can be found on their web page at rgvbf.org. November 10 – South Texas College Theatre and Dance kicks off its first production of the year with Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward. The production will run at 7:30 p.m. at STC’s Cooper Center for the Performing Arts Main Stage Theater, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., in McAllen. General admission tickets are $5. Seating is limited and advanced purchasing is encouraged. Tickets can be purchased online at www. southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For additional information about the show, special accommodations or for group rates, call (956) 872-2301 or email jleal5@southtexascollege. edu. November 10 – The Aliento a Tequila exhibit opens at IMAS. A tequila tasting and painting workshop for adults will be held on Thursday, November 17, after hours. Exhibit will be open until January 8, 2023. Visit imasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800 for more information. The museum is located at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen. Events Calendar submissions can be sent to news@wintertexantimes.com Reunions and meetings can be sent to reunions@wintertexantimes. com
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NOVEMBER 2, 2022 www.wintertexantimes.com 8 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.ontheriver.net • 214 E. Chimney Rd • Mission, TX Sundays 1:30-5:30pm Live Music Steven May & Leon Mann Come Try Our TEXAS Size Pork Tenderloin Wed • 11am-8pm Thurs • 11am-8pm Fri • 11am-8pm Sat • 11am-8pm Sun • 11am-8pm OPEN NOW HIRING All Positions! RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours Call (956) 581-4477 Reservations Suggested 1 Hour River Tours Wed • 1:00pm Thurs • 1:00pm Fri • 1:00pm Sat • 1:00pm Seniors - $12 Adults - $14 Child - $10 Celebrating Our 40th Anniversary Serving Our Customers Since 1982 Thank you for your support!!! We Our Customers (956) 581-1033 Riverside In-MissionTx Relax Outside By The Rio Grande River 1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008 SATURDAY DANCES - BEGINNING NOV 5 Texas Wheels • 7 - 10 pm • $8 ENTERTAINMENT Fri. Nov. 4 & Fri. Nov. 18 Curt James • 2:30 - 4:30 pm • Pass the Hat CRAFT/PATIO SALE Sat. Nov. 12 • 8 am - 12 pm EDITOR’S NOTE: Items for the Parks Calendar must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers or activity directors. Listings must come from the park and are to be submitted on the Winter Texan Times Parks Calendar Submission Form. Request this form from the Winter Texan Times office. Multiple activities may be submitted on the park’s letterhead, provided the same information is provided in the format of the Submission Form. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons or dance classes. Submission deadline is Friday noon, the week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com or fax to 956-580-7898. Wednesday, November 2 Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Biscuits & gravy or breakfast pizza. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Happy Hour - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, Rotating schedule of live entertainment, pass the hat. Handmade pizza available from 5-7. Various food items available from 5-6. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $10pp. Event Center. Thursday, November 3 Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm, Hamburger/cheeseburger & fries or ham salad sandwiches. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5-7pm, Frank Brown, pass the hat. Event Center. Loteria (Mexican Bingo) - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 6-8pm. Bingo - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7-9pm. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm. Friday, November 4 Parkwide Sale - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 8am-3pm, Lots of quality clothing, furniture, RV accessories, household misc., holiday decorations. You want it - we’ve got it. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country “Opry” Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Free, hosted by National Traditional Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Elaine Nelson. Great country music like Nashville USED to do! Listen, sing, clap your hands, tap your toes, smile a smile and remember when! Snacks and drinks. Life’s a song...sing it! Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 2:30-4:30pm, Curt James, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 3-5pm, Diego, pass the hat. Concession open, BYOB. For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM CALENDAR PARKS
9 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 2, 2022 956-585-5551 • 511 E Loop 374, Palmview, TX 78572 NEW YEARS’ EVE DANCE The Lockharts 8pm to Midnight Saturday, December 31st $12 Per Person - Public Invited Light Meal Served Advanced Tickets Required - Now On Sale! Come by and try our delicious and famous grilled burgers. ALL DINNERS • 4:30 - 5:30pm BURGERS Starting December 2nd 3 Pieces of Fried Fish French Fries, Coleslaw & Tartar Sauce • $10.00 EVERY MONDAY Starting November 14th Burgers & Fries • $7.00 Cheeseburger & Fries • $8.00 FISH DINNER EVERY FRIDAY 956-585-5551 511 E Loop 374, Palmview, TX 78572 RV PARK Division of Wilder’s Corporation DANCES • EVERY FRIDAY 7-10 PM $7 (Unless Noted) ENTERTAINMENT CRAFT SHOW Dec. 13, 7pm • Razz Ma Tazz • $5 Dec. 14, TBD • Edinburg N.H.S. Mariachi • TBD Dec. 3, 8am-Noon Masks Recommended But Not Required For All Events 501 W. Owassa Rd • Pharr, Texas 78577 956-787-6538 FOR INFO/TICKETS Nov. 4 • Jealous Heart Nov. 11 • Ron Moshier Nov. 18 • Diego & Edith Nov. 25 • Bottom Line Dec. 2 • South Texas Ramblers Dec. 9 • Route 66 Dec. 16 • Southern Vibes CREDIT CARDS NOW ACCEPTED BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5-7pm, Regan James, pass the hat. Event center. Entertainment - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, Bruce Boudreau Show, $10pp. Friday Night Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp door. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart, $7pp. Saturday, November 5 Parkwide Sale - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 8am-1pm, Lots of quality clothing, furniture, RV accessories, household misc., holiday decorations. You want it - we’ve got it. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, Everyone is invited to this jam to either play or listen to country music. Questions call 956-540-8463. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. Halloween Costume Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7-9pm, Southern Harmony, $10pp. Advance tickets call 918-527-2655 - Sue Foster. Tables may be reserved upon request. Concessions available. Happy Hour Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Regan James, pass the hat. Doors open at 6:30pm. BYOB. Ice, pop & popcorn available. 50/50. Sunday, November 6 Church Services - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 8:30am, Fellowship: 8:30am. Service: 9am. Worship Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30am-Noon, All are welcome to our Interdenominational Service. Fellowship follows service. Church - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 10am, Pastor Mark McDonald. Bingo - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 3-5pm, Rec Hall. Monday, November 7 Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30-6pm, Pancakes & french toast. Tuesday, November 8 Taco Tuesday - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 11:30am1pm, All you can eat tacos with all the toppings, homemade charro beans, $8pp. Lunch - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Yahoo - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 1pm, Rec Hall. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3-5pm, Curt James, variety, pass the hat. Soda, water, popcorn, snacks for sale, free ice/cups, 50/50 door prizes, BYOB. Happy Hour - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 3pm, Regan James. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Wednesday, November 9 Homemade Cake Donuts - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Call to preorder. For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM See PARKS pg. 10
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES For more information call: 956-580-7800 email: ads@wintertexantimes.com Make sure your events are like... THIS!! HOW? Advertise in the Valley’s #1 Winter Texan Paper TicketsGoOnSale January2023 FEB. 15 • 1 - 4 PM Lunch Available 12 - 1 PM Mission Bell Resort 1711 E. Bus. 83 - Mission BringingYou SixGreat WintertainersTM SAVE THEDATE Valley Star AWARDSSHOW 11thAnnual F E B 15 2023 For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM All EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Paula McSpadden, Activity Director 956-585-0703 DANCES EVERY FRIDAY 7-10PM SINGLES ARE WELCOME Nov 11 • Diego & Edith • $8 Nov 18 • Karaoke w/Mel B • Tips Nov 25 • Vinyl Spin • $8 HOMEMADE CAKE DONUTS Nov 9 & 23 • Order Ahead (956) 585-0703 Plain, Chocolate, Or Blueberry With Choice Of Vanilla Or Cinnamon Glaze $1 Each, $1.50 for 2, $4 for 6, $7 for 12 Wednesday Breakfasts each week, Donuts every other week • 7am - 8:30am Thursday Lunches - Burgers & More • 11am - 12:30pm Monday Night Meals • 4:30pm - 6pm 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive Palmview • 956-585-0703 MEALS Nov 12 • 8AM - NOON Breakfast & Lunch Served CRAFT SHOW Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Happy Hour - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, Rotating schedule of live entertainment, pass the hat. Handmade pizza available from 5-7. Various food items available from 5-6. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp. Thursday, November 10 Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30-6pm, Pulled pork sandwich & fries or chicken salad sandwiches. Loteria (Mexican Bingo) - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 6-8pm. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7-9pm, Rock N Roll With A Little Country - Rusty Rockers, $10pp. Advance tickets call 918-527-2655 - Sue Foster. Tables may be reserved upon request. Concessions available. Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, Ron Moshier, $7pp. Doors open 6:30pm. Concessions available. 1401 S. Cage Blvd., 956787-5773. Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco 7-10pm, Curt James, pass the hat. Doors open at 6:30pm. BYOB. Ice, pop & popcorn available. 50/50. Friday, November 11 Veterans Day Program - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-12:30pm, Mercedes HS Band & JROTC, pass the hat. Event center. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country “Opry” Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Free, hosted by National Traditional Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Elaine Nelson. Great country music like Nashville USED to do! Listen, sing, clap your hands, tap your toes, smile a smile and remember when! Snacks and drinks. Life’s a song...sing it! BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Karaoke with Bobby Jack - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 5:309pm, Karaoke following supper. Menu varies from week to week, $8pp. Fish fry, $9pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, The Retro Rockers, $10pp. 50/50. Dinner available 6pm, BYOB. Advance tickets and table reservations call 956-585-4833 ext. 1062. Friday Night Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp door. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Route 66, $8pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $7pp. PARKS From pg. 9 Parks Calendar submissions can be sent to parkscal@wintertexantimes. com
11 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 2, 2022 Lic# TACLB00114391E 10 Year Parts and Labor Warranty Mobile Home Installations 2022 Winter Promotion A/C Replacement 2 Ton - $3,500 3 Ton - $3,800 4 Ton - $4,500 5 Ton - $4,700 Free Installation Rio Grande Valley 830-399-0177 956-230-2817 TERRY PHYSICAL THERAPY • Arthritis/Tendonitis • General Weakness • Knee & Hip Injuries • Back, Neck, Foot Pain or Surgery • Muscle, Joint and Nerve Pain • Auto & Personal Injuries • Shoulder Injuries • Vertigo/Dizziness • Carpal Tunnel • Rehab after General, Arthroscopic & Joint Replacement Surgery CHANGE THE WAY YOU APPROACH PAIN. (956) 583-2995 1918 E. GRIFFIN PKWY MISSION, TX (956) 766-7133 101 BUENA VISTA STREET PENITAS, TX decorated for their Halloween event they held this week. There were spiders, monsters and clowns everywhere you looked. Even the little entry to the train room had a dark tunnel with things hanging along the walls. The center features a 4.5-mile round trip biking and walking trail. On this trail, bikers are likely to see a variety of birds such as Kiskadees, Kingfishers, cardinals, hummingbirds, pelicans, and others. You can take the trail east to the wetlands, or west underneath the border crossing. Visitors can also take their time and walk the grounds or make reservations for a tour. The Magic Valley’s early 20th Century transition into an agriculture powerhouse is retold at the Old Hidalgo Pumphouse, which now embraces nature conservation as part of its purpose. The pumphouse still features some of its old mechanics on the grounds giving a peek to its history. Visitors to the museum can learn about the steam-driven irrigation pump that transformed Hidalgo County into a year-round farming phenomenon. Through the museum, you will learn that the hurricane of 1933 shifted the Rio Grande River a halfmile away from the pumphouse, requiring the digging of a canal to the river. There were originally two pumps installed in 1909 in the old pumphouse with others added over the years to send water to farm fields and cities via irrigation canals. All the pumps are still there for viewing. The bonus with the facility, is a look at the RGV Rails Club’s model train layout that is spread over a large area of Pumphouse lower floor. You can usually find someone there in the mornings eagerly awaiting to show you how the trains run. Richard “Red” Knepfler invites Winter Texan railroaders to come out to the museum and join him and others that love the craft. He invited any model railroader to bring their HO scale trains and run them around the extensive layout. The current layout has been there for about 20 years Red, a y e a r - r ound resident at Mission West RV Resort o r i g i n a l l y from Michigan, said he has about 150 cars of rolling stock of his own. You can reach Red at (313) 532-8549 if interested in more information about the model railroaders. The Pumphouse is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located at 902 S. Second St. in Hidalgo. Call (956) 843-8686 for more information or visit www. thrworldbirdingcenter.com/Hidalgo. html. While you are in the area, the block preceding the Pumphouse is full of history. Located just a short distance away is the old courthouse, jail and other historic buildings. Also close by are several dining and shopping options in old houses. You can also locate other historic areas of Hidalgo on their sidewalk map located by a little swing and small pavilion. PUMPHOUSE From pg. 1 As Knepfler does a little track maintenance, he talks to Larry Wolf, another railroad buff at the Old Hidalgo Pumphouse Museum. Photo by Herb Moering
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Cancelled in previous years because of the pandemic, but celebrated this year was Boo at the Zoo in Brownsville … that is always a safe and fun way to celebrate Halloween. We are lucky to have a world class zoo in Brownsville (Gladys Porter Zoo) – a great place to take yourself, but especially exciting to the grandchildren who may visit. Now let’s look forward to celebrating our bird population. One of the biggest festivals in Harlingen is the Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival. It is always held around the second week in November during the fall migration – but registration for tours, starts nearly a month prior. This is when the birds are moving from their northern habitat to the warmer climates in the south. This festival always offers something for the young and old. One of my favorite festivals is the Festival of Lights held annually in the small town of Hidalgo. This festival is generally scheduled to begin the second week of December and continues through the month. The popularity of this festival draws such a large crowd that the venue was moved from the Hidalgo Chamber to the Payne Arena. Local school talent is a big part of this popular event. You will oh and ah when you take the twomile-long lighted trail on the open-air trolley. To add to the entertainment, carnival rides were added last year. Don’t miss this festival. Huge balloon characters are the highlight of the McAllen Christmas Parade while in Brownsville miniature houses with different themes will surely put you in the Christmas spirit. Watch for dates scheduled for these popular events. And these are just the ones held before the end of the year – there are more in the spring. How can we be so blessed to have a natural paradise surrounding us? How can we be so lucky to have city chambers and convention and visitor bureaus that promote our local history, nature and our talent? Make time to enjoy it all! Courtesy Photo Photo by Herb Moering
13 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 2, 2022 Now Open! Daily Specials & Happy Hour In McAllen All Your Favorites 1621 N. 11th St. • McAllen (956) 331-8253 Tues-Thurs 10:30-9 • Fri-Sat 10:30-10:30 Mexican • American • Seafood Buy 1 Entree Get 2nd 1/2 Off (of equal or lesser value) Expires 11-15-22 November 24th • 11:00AM - 2:00PM Thanksgiving Buffet (956) 782- 3200 600 Kingston Way • Donna, TX Tickets Available at Hotel Lobby ASSORTED SALADS|HERB BUTTERED TURKEY PINEAPPLE GLAZED HAM|ROAST BEEF ASSORTED SIDES|ASSORTED DESSERTS SUGAR FREE DESSERT Winter Texan Friends Come and visit us at Baffin Bay and be prepared for a unique Gulf Coast eating experience! Winter Texans Welcomed! www.BaffinBaySeaFoodco.com 361-297-5174 1294 Co Rd 2360 Riviera, Texas 78379 (956) 772-7256 • www.lobodelmarcafe.com 204 W. Palm Street • South Padre Island, TX Family Owned & Operated 20% OFF Expires: April 30, 2023 Any Entree All Day Open Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner 5248 N. 10th • McAllen • (956) 618-1919 4013 W. Exwy. 83 • TX • (956) 627-4005 OPEN 11AM EVERY DAY Authent ic Mexican Ki tchen $9.99 Lunch Specials Mon-Fri • 11am-3pm • Mexican Plates • Chalupas • Botanas • Seafood & More Early Bird Special! Mon-Fri • 3-6pm Buy 1 Entree Get 2nd 1/2 Off (equal or lesser value) Coupon may not be combined with other offers 1 per ticket • Dine-In Only Happy Hour EVERYDAY 3-7pm LARGE GROUPS WELCOME! EXPIRES 11/8/22 Baffin Bay Seafood: Dinner with a view And, oh what a view! For those of you that follow us on Facebook, you may recall us teasing our view. While it may be a little farther than most restaurants, the Baffin Bay Seafood Company, located in Riviera, is certainly worth the effort to get there. The restaurant sits right on the coast of Baffin Bay, a well-known fishing spot for black drum, redfish and speckled trout. One of the most popular items on the restaurant’s menu is black drum ribs, usually served with hand-breaded onion rings. The Baffin Bay Seafood Company may just be the only restaurant to serve these tasty ribs fried with cornmeal. They are delicious! Especially with their homemade tartar sauce made with special secret ingredients. On our most recent visit we started with the Baffin Sampler with juicy fried mushrooms, fried onions rings, generous fried cheese sticks, and crab bites. Then we had the Seafood Co Platter, a meal that hits all the notes with its generous servings of black drum, a satisfying dense and flaky fish, fried oysters, and huge plump shrimp, adding a cup of gumbo to round out the meal. Steaks and chicken are also available for those who aren’t in the mood for a great seafood dinner. We tried the 8-ounce sirloin with a baked potato. Don’t bother asking for steak sauce because you won’t need it, the sirloin was cooked perfectly; moist and full of flavor. Save room for their delicious desserts! You’ll enjoy rounding out your meal with molten lava cake, brownies with ice cream or New York cheesecake. A trip to the Baffin Bay Seafood Company, combined with a sightseeing trip to the King Ranch, might just be unbeatable. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. They are located at 1294 CR 2360 E on the coastline in Riviera.
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