Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 36, No. 14 © 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, January 18, 2023 INDEX Reunions p 4 Events Calendar p 6 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 Jammin’ in the RGV p 14 From the Cheap Seats p 20 On the road with Jo p 22 On The Lighter Side p 24 Taste of the Valley p 29 Business Guide p 31 Classifieds p 33 Coupon Index p 34 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 23 It has been such a great week – busy, but good busy. We have been able to attend several things this past week and we have more events coming up on our calendar to attend. There are so many activities, open houses, and other events that are being held for you that we are trying to get a chance to visit. We can’t make it out to everything, but we’ll be out there as much as we can. One thing there is plenty of is entertainment. The Wintertainers™ entertaining at the parks, and elsewhere, are thrilled to be back in the Valley to entertain you. Please let Save the date for the Llano Grande Quilting Bee’sAnnual Quilt Show, Mercedes Mineral Matrix, to be held Tuesday, January 31st from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Llano Event Center, 2215 East West Blvd (off Mile 2 West) in Mercedes. The Bee is selling raffle tickQuilt Show fundraises for local organizations See QUILT pg. 26 It’s that time of year – time to head to South Padre Island and watch kitefliers from all across the country as they ‘tie one on’ for a weekend filled with amazing kites and performances. On February 2nd, 3rd, & 4th – ThursSee KITE pg. 28 SPI Kite Fest is flying again The Rio Grande Bible Ministries (RGBM) will hold a craft, quilt, and bake sale to help support their ministries, students and facilities. The event will be held on January 28th, from 8 to 11 a.m. A quilt auction will be held at 10 a.m. RGBM is located at 4300 S. Business Hwy 281 (Closner Rd.) in Edinburg. All proceeds from the craft show benefit the students that attend RGBM. On Valentine’s Day, they give a monetary gift to each student at the campus. They also contribute to the scholarship fund and/or the student mission trips depending on how much See RGBM pg. 24 Craft show being held to support student ministries at RGBM Valley Star AWARDS SHOW 12TH Annual Brought to you by Find show ticket outlets on Page 7 Complete the ballot on Page 36
JANUARY 18, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 2 WINTER TEXAN TIMES KARLA SANTOYO Aguascalientes, Mexico CAYETANO DELGADO Monterrey, Mexico WORLD CLASS BLOODLESS BULLFIGHTS OLÉ! • EDGE OF YOUR SEAT EXCITEMENT • OLÉ! 4877 FM 1017 • LA GLORIA, TX SANTA MARIA BULLRING GREAT FOOD, MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT! SUNNY $30 • SHADE $35 • RESERVED BOX SEATS $40 C H I L D R E N U N D E R 1 2 F R E E GATES OPEN AT 1PM FOR FOOD AND BEVERAGES BULLFIGHTS START AT 4PM BIGGER BULLS COME SEE SUNDAYS • JANUARY 22ND & FEBRUARY 19TH CALL BULLRING FOR RESERVATIONS 956 - 481 - 3300 PAY WHEN YOU ARRIVE SINGERS ALEXAS POSAS & 11 YEAR OLD ALEEHA ALAM PLUS “MARIO ORDAZ” HORSEMEN FEATURING BULLS FROM B-K RANCH SLAUGHTER, LA Winter Texans participate in Texas Citrus Fiesta Although participation isn’t as abundant as it was years ago, Winter Texans still have fun at the Texas Citrus Fiesta. This year’s Texas Citrus Fiesta Parade will be held on Saturday, January 28 at 12 p.m. in Mission. There will also be a fun fair on Saturday, January 28, and Sunday, January 29 beginning at 10 a.m. on both days. The parade usually runs on Conway Winter Texan Times: Looking back 35 years Ave. in Mission, from 495 to downtown Mission. Texas Citrus Fiesta used to have a Winter Texan Fun Day during the month of January – the fun fair used to run for at least a week during the month preceding the parade. This event had games and other special events just for Winter Texans. During our first year of publication, the Winter Texan Times featured The King and Queen that were selected at the Fun Day event. The 1988 King and Queen were Ed and Gladys Splittstoesser of Wintergreen Estates. Also, during the event, they held several contests. Winners were chosen for best quilt, cake decorating, oil painting, watercolor painting, crocheted afghan, knitted afghan, woodcarving, hat contest, and more. There were sports awards given for pool, horseshoes, shuffleboard, bowling, and others. The entertainment that year was the El Valle Del Sol Cloggers. They were said to be “A colorful and lively group” that the crowd really enjoyed. There was also a prize given for best grapefruit pie – something that was a big thing at the Texas Citrus Fiesta. Over the years, Winter Texan parks have sponsored floats, have had their king and queen ride in golf carts, and helped with the product costume show and other Texas Citrus Fiesta events. These days, events are held throughout the year, not just during the month of January, or in the fall when they have the Princess Anna contest. The Texas Citrus Fiesta now sponsors a Vaquero Cook-Off that is usually held in November, a Veterans Parade, a golf tournament, the gala, royal coronation, product costume show, and a few other events. Today, the Texas Citrus Fiesta is still a fun filled day for all who attend. There is plenty for everyone. If you would like to register for this year’s parade, there is still time to do so until January 23rd. Call (956) 5859724 for more information. Bentsen Palm RV Park in 2015 TCF Parade. Photo by Doug Young Winter Texan Cloggers perform at 2014 TCF Fun Fair. Photo by Doug Young Winter Texans ride along in their golf cart at 2015 TCF Parade. Photo by Doug Young
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JANUARY 18, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES National Rural Letter Carriers The National Rural Letter Carriers will be meeting at Victoria Palms Resort Restaurant, located at 602 N. Victoria Rd., Donna, TX, on Wednesday, January 18. The meeting will start at 8:30 a.m., meal at 9 a.m., we will order off of the menu. There will be a speaker from Aetna Insurance afterwards. For more information contact Edward Soetaert at (816) 390-6379 or soetaertec@gmail.com. 3M Retirees and Friends Welcome 3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, January 18 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 or Hartley at (956) 289-8261 for information. (This will be held on the third Wednesday through March). Annual Fayette County, IA Reunion Fayette County, Iowa residents will meet Thursday, January 19 at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen, at 11 a.m. Clara City Minnesota Clara City Minnesota Community Breakfast will be held on Friday, January 27, 9 a.m. at Martha’s Restaurant, 502 Val Verde Rd., in Donna. Anyone from that area of Minnesota is welcome. Questions, call Lorna Glesne at (320) 905-7331. Masonic Winter Texan Reunion The 42nd Annual MN/TX Masonic Reunion will be held on Saturday, January 28, at the Rio Grande Valley Shrine Club, 13415 E Expressway 83 in La Feria. The social hour will begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $15. Grand Master of Minnesota, M.W. Tony Krall, will be the honored guest and featured speaker and Masonic Widows will be recognized. For reservations, contact Roger Taylor at (320) 980-5240 or Doug Sherman at (320) 760-3914. Kanabec County, MN Residents All Kanabec County, Minnesota See REUNIONS pg. 26 By Kathy Olivarez For the first time since covid hit the Valley, the very popular group, Goldwing Express has returned to perform. The group consists of Irishman, Bobby Baldridge, who was referred to in the show as Pop, or, “white man,” and two of his three Indian sons, Steven and Paul, who towered over him. Shawn, a former favorite with crowds, was unable to come. The group started coming to the Valley 12 years ago, and was very popular with Winter Texans who favored their combination of comedy, country, bluegrass and gospel music. They won several Rio Grande Valley Fame Awards. During covid, when music shows came to a standstill, they got trucking licenses and traveled the roads of America, delivering covid vaccines. It was not until 2021 when they got a call from “Shepherd of the Hills” in Branson that they were able to return to doing what they love the most, singing and entertaining at the venue’s bluegrass and barbeque shows. “You don’t know what it means to us to be back,” said Steven Balderidge who emceed the show. “We really missed traveling and doing shows, and we love to come to the Rio Grande Valley. We will be all over the Valley until January 26 but will be leaving to catch our fifth annual cruise out of Galveston on the Carnival Vista on January 28.” After greetings to old friends in the audience Pop started the show, playing mandolin and singing, “Home Sweet Home.” Ever a jokester, he told the audience the flowers in front of the stage reminded him of what his wife called him, “a bloomin’ idiot!” Steven told the audience the group considered the Rio Grande a second home and it’s been good to them. He played the banjo and dobro during the show while Paul played guitar. They performed songs such as “Music City Lights Keep on Shining on Me.” Pop sang “I Wonder How the Old Folks Are at Home.” Steven sang, “Two Graves on Hillside.” The songs were mixed with bluegrass instrumental medleys where they made unique sounds with their instruments. According to Steven, one of the songs, “Specklebird,” was a favorite on the Grand Ole Opry and was played there many times. Then they moved to their Indian heritage with “Old White Man,” a humorous comedy sketch including feathered war bonnets. They asked the audience what a mama buffalo said to her son before he went to college. Bison was the answer. They ended that segment with a song entitled, “Full Blooded Half Breed.” During the second half of the show, they turned to gospel music with “Sing Me Back Home,” a song about a prisoner about to meet his doom, who asked the warden to allow his friend to sing his favorite hymn during his execution. Another was about a man who met his fate driving on a country road, calling his mother to let her know everything was alright and he was with Jesus. Goldwing will be returning to Branson at the end of March and can be found at Shepherd of the Hills until December 31. Goldwing Express Returns to Valley Goldwing Express. Photo by Greg Uhrbrock
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JANUARY 18, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Welcome to the 26th Annual SPI Market Days At South Padre Island Convention Center www.spimarketdays.com Find us on... @spimarketdays $1 Fri. & Sat. 9am-5pm Sundays 10am-4pm • Fine Art • Handcrafted Jewelry • Cosmetics & Fragrances • Fashionable Clothing & Shoes • Unique Arts & Crafts • Gourmet Food Mixes • Health Products • Product Demos • Home Goods • Live Music • And So Much More! EVENTS CALENDAR January 7-28 – Upper Valley Art League will have their all-member exhibit For the Love of Art on display through the month of January. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. UVAL is located at 921 East 12th St., in Mission. January 14-30 – IMAS will have the exhibition The Whole World is a Garden by Monica Chang. The exhibit features sceneries along with a wide range of flowers and other elements of nature. The museum is located at the intersection of Bicentennial Way and Nolana Ave., 1900 W. Nolana, in McAllen. The hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Call (956) 681-2800 for more information. January 17-18 – The Pharr Community Theater will have open auditions for their upcoming play, Patricio el Penitente. The cast consists of six roles ranging in ages 18-70. Auditions will be held between 7 and 9:30 p.m. on a first come first serve basis. No appointment needed. The theater is located at 213 W. Newcombe Ave. For more details, call or text (956) 655-9308 or (956) 451-3987. You may also visit the website at www. pharrcommunitytheater.com. January 18 – The Center for Urban Ecology is bringing back it’s Foraging Forest program to guide participants into the world of edible native plants. Come to Quinta Mazatlan to see what’s good in the woods for your introduction to foraging at 5 p.m. The program is $5 per person, with advance registration preferred via quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. January 19 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will have an Owl Prowl at 7 p.m. This program requires reservations. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. See EVENTS pg. 26 By Kathy Olivarez For those who loved the music of Neal Diamond during their youth, singer Ralph Kuster has put together a show featuring the best of Diamond’s music from his many albums such as “Cracklin’ Rosie,” which tells the story of two fellows sharing bottle of a cheap wine and lamenting their lost loves. The show debuted Saturday, January 14, at Mission Bell Resort. Other Diamond songs were in a totally different tone such a “He Ain’t Heavy; He’s My Brother.” Kuster used a background screen with pictures and showed a young boy carrying a smaller boy in his arms in the background as he sang. Kuster decided to develop the tribute show because Diamond was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2018 and can no longer tour. He describes Diamond as a deep-thinking man with religious roots that comes out in his music in a variety of ways. “Shilo” was based on Diamond’s visitation to a Jewish retreat near Jerusalem where soldiers go to rest and relax and center themselves again after a battle. “Soolaimon” was written after Diamond’s trip to Kenya, where he went on safari. Shots of lions, zebras and many other African animals are shown on the screen as Kuster sings. In “Heartlight,” Diamond encouraged his fans to let the love in their hearts show. Kuster used scenes from the movie “ET,” where Eliot and his friends rescue ET, the alien from outer space, and help him return home, avoiding capture by the government men who wanted to trap him and study him. Diamond also wrote a number of fun songs in a romantic genre that are memorable. “Forever in Blue Jeans” and “Cherry, Cherry” are examples. Kuster said Diamond was once asked which of his many songs he would put in a time capsule for future generations to know about his music. “Cherry, Cherry” was one of them. The other was “I Am…I Said.” Songs like “September Morn” where two former lovers reunite, and “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers Anymore,” have a more poignant theme. On the album, Diamond sang a duet with Barbra Streisand. Both were from Brooklyn and went to the same high school but did not know each other then. Kuster sang medleys with parts of Diamond’s favorite songs. Other times he sang the entire song. No show would be complete without the all-time favorite of many, “Sweet Caroline.” Kuster ended his show singing the song with the audience swaying and calling out “So Good, So Good!” The audience enjoyed the walk down memory lane as Kuster sang the favorites of the favorite performer of their youth, Neil Diamond! Kuster will be participating in Gospelfest, a charity event to be held at Fun N’ Sun Resort, 1400 Zillock Road in San Benito on Tuesday, February 7, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. He explained there is no set admission. The event is to raise funds for charities The committee selects the charity. Often there are three different charities, one for each hour of the event. The Neil Diamond Tribute Show can be seen again on Wednesday, February 1, at Paradise Resort Estates in Pharr at 7 p.m. Ralph Kuster has new Neil Diamond Tribute Show Ralph Kuster. Photo by Greg Uhrbrock
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 18, 2023 Valley Star AWARDS SHOW F E B 1 5 2 0 2 3 1 2 t h A n n u a l Brought to you by Jason Whorlow “The Piano Man” Winnie Brave Redneck Revival Nu-Blu Ron Moshier Regan James BringingYou Six Great WintertainersTM FEB. 15 • 1 - 4 PM Lunch Available 12 - 1 PM Mission Bell Resort 1711 E. Bus. 83 - Mission $15PP $12.50 FORGROUPSOF 10ORMORE TICKETS VotingNowOpen! Look for your ballot in the Winter TexanTimes andonlineat www.WinterTexanTimes.com ValleyStarAwards ShowTicketOutlets Purchase Tickets At: Purchase Tickets Online: www.WinterTexanTimes.com • Winter Texan Times 1217 N Conway, Mission | 956.580.7800 • Mission Bell Resort - Activities Office 1711 E Bus 83, Mission | 865.253.2514 ” e e . . ” d . t e e h s , s o k e f , d s . w
JANUARY 18, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 8 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.ontheriver.net • 214 E. Chimney Rd • Mission, TX Come Try Our TEXAS Size Pork Tenderloin Tues 11am-8pm Wed 11am-8pm Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-8pm Sat 11am-8pm Sun 11am-8pm OPEN • • • • • • Seniors - $12 • Adults - $14 Child - $10 Cash Only, Price Incl. Tax Covered Cushion Seating Enclosed Windows & Heating RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours Call (956) 581-4477 Reservations Suggested Additional Tours Added As Needed Private Tours Available Riverside Event Center Sundays 1:30-5:30pm Live Music Jan. 29 & Feb. 12 Steven May & The Southern Knights Jan. 22 & Feb. 5 Renaissance Rockers Live Music Saturdays 1:00-5:00pm Jan. 21 • Robert Austin Jan. 28 • Jolly Huntsmen 1 Hour Tours (Down River To Dam) Wed 1:00pm Thurs 1:00pm Fri 1:00pm Sat 1:00pm • • • • 2 Hour Tours (Up River Only) Tues • 10:30am Wed • 10:30am Seniors - $22 • Adults - $26 Child - $18 (956) 581-1033 Riverside In-MissionTx Inside/OutsideSeating Beautiful Patio!! CanadaDay Tuesday,March7 LiveMusic 1-5•RonMoshier Everyone Welcome Door Prizes - Fun!! Roger Wayne Comedy & Illusion Show Nominated Three Years “Best Comedy Act” - Rio Grande Valley Jan. 10th • Victoria Palms • 7 pm Jan. 15th • Fun & Sun • 7 pm Jan. 18th • Alamo Rec-Veh • 7 pm Jan. 23rd • J-5 Park • 7 pm Jan. 24th • Green Gate Grove • 7 pm Jan. 30th • Palm Shadows • 7 pm Feb. 5th • El Valle Del Sol • 2 pm Feb. 7th • Alamo Rose R.V. • 7 pm Feb. 19th • La Hacienda Estates • 3 pm Feb. 10th • Kenwood R.V. Resort • 7 pm Feb. 24th • Enchanted Valley Ranch • 7 pm Feb. 25th • Tropic Winds • 7 pm Feb. 26th • Magic Valley • 7 pm Presents 859-588-5569 rogerdespard@bellsouth.net For Booking BOOKING: 417-239-4248 “THE GAMBLER” SHOWS Jan. 19 • 7-9pm • 4 Seasons, Brownsville Jan. 21 • 7-9pm • Autumn Acres, Brownsville Jan. 23 • 7-9pm • Country Sunshine, Weslaco Jan. 29 • 6-7:30pm • Alamo Palms, Alamo Feb. 2 • 7-9pm • Restful Valley, Mission Feb. 3 • 6:30-9pm • 1015 RV, Weslaco Feb. 5 • 7-9pm • Texas Trails, Pharr Feb. 7 • 6-7pm • Adobe Wells, McAllen Feb. 8 • 7-9pm • McAllen Mobile, McAllen Feb. 10 • 7-9pm • Winter Haven, Pharr DANCES Jan. 20 • 7-10pm • Winter Ranch, Alamo Jan. 24 • 3-6pm • Mustang Lounge, Weslaco Jan. 26 • 7-9:30pm • Alamo Rec-Veh, Alamo Jan. 27 • 7-10 • Alamo Rose, Alamo Jan. 31 • 3-6pm • Mustang Lounge, Weslaco Feb. 4 • 7-10pm • Sunshine RV, Harlingen Feb. 9 • 7-10pm • Siesta Village, Weslaco Feb. 11 • 7-10pm • Sunshine RV, Harlingen 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 956-5807898. Wednesday, January 18 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6:30-8:30am. Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30-9am. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Burger Fry - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am, $6pp. Open Jam follows at 1:00 pm, all jammers and audience are welcome! 4224 S. Conway Ave. Music Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm, Gate is open, lunch is available for purchase 11:30 am - 2:00 pm. Musicians and listeners welcome! Rec Hall, 1900 Grace Ave. Jam Session - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Come and play, sing or just listen. All welcome. BYOB. Big Band Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 1-3pm, Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the music. To play in the band is by invitation only. 2100 Vernon 319-521-6095. CountryMusic Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 1-3:30pm, Food is served from 11 to 12:30 before the Jam. Happy Hour - Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 3:30-5pm, Larry’s Little Brother, pass the hat. Kitchen will be open. 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. Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30-6pm, Serving all you care to eat pancakes, sausage gravy & biscuits, sausage patties, scrambled eggs, applesauce, and coffee. $7pp. Pre-Rounds with the Baldwins - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-7pm, Ron & Jan Betzelberger, $5pp. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Rock & Roll Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, Free. Best Rock & Roll Jam in the RGV. Entertainment - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7pm, Baker Family Music Show, $10pp. Soda, water, popcorn, snacks for sale, free ice/cups, ice cream bars for sale. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $7pp. MS & Plus Square Dance With Rounds - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-9pm, Ron & Jan Betzelberger, $5pp. Casual attire. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Concert - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7-9pm, Ralph Kuster, $8pp. Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Helen Russell & Company, $9pp. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Entertainment - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, Festus, $8pp. Magic Show - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Roger Despard, $8pp at door. Entertainment - San Juan Gardens, 7-9pm, Goldwing Express, $10pp advance, $12pp at the door. 515-3217943 or 402-290-9160 for tickets. Open to public, doors open 6:30. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, Leslie Blasing, $8pp. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, The Fabulous Cruisers, $10pp. Entertainment - Countryside RV 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 JANUARY 18, 2023 Bibleville Conference Grounds Bible Conferences 10:30am Sunday 7pm Nightly Sr. Pastor at Union Grove Baptist Church & hosts his own weekly Prophecy Focus television program. Dr. Richard Schmidt January 22-27, 2023 & 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Alamo, Tx 78516 (956) 787-2024 email: bibleville@riogrande.edu Check Program Schedule Changes Bibleville.Conference.Grounds riogrande.edu BIBLEVILLE Conference Grounds 1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008 VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE Tickets On Sale Now Tues. Feb 14 • Dinner • 6-7pm Texas Wheels • 7-10 • $20 DANCES Sat. Jan. 21 & 28, 7-10 pm•Texas Wheels•$8 Wed. Jan. 25, 7 - 10 pm • Rewind • $10 Fri. Jan. 27, 7 - 10 pm • Gatos Locos • $10 Wed. Feb. 22, 7-10pm•The Fabulous Cruisers•$10 LINE, ROUND, & SQUARE DANCES Mon., 10 am • Beginners Line Dance Tues., 10 am - Noon • Round Dance Wed., 10 am • Improver Line Dance Thurs., 10 am • Line Dance Boot Camp Fri., 10 am - Noon • Square Dance With Joel Saltel ENTERTAINMENT Wed. Jan. 18, 7-9pm•The Fabulous Cruisers•$10 Mon. Jan. 23, 7 - 9 pm•Goldwing Express•$8 CHURCH SERVICE Sun. Jan. 22, 9 am Sun. Jan. 29, 9 am PICKLEBALL MIXER Thursdays • 9 am - Noon • $2 COUNTRY JAM Tuesdays • 7 - 9 pm Maude Squad is back Jammers by Invitation Only Walking Tacos • 6 pm • $6 while they last, includes soda CRAFT SHOW Mon. Jan. 23, 9 am - 12 pm Park, Donna, 7-9pm, BG Duo, $7pp at the door. Concessions available. 100 N. Valley View Rd. Entertainment - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Ruthi Rockn-Country, $5pp. Gate open. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, South Texas Ramblers, $10pp. Event Center. Entertainment - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7-9:30pm, David Perryman Band, $7pp. Come and enjoy a great night of entertainment. Chip and pop available for purchase. Thursday, January 19 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6:30-8:30am. Breakfast - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 7:30-9am, Biscuits & gravy. Craft Show - Seven Oaks RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, Breakfast & lunch available. Tables for rent. Craft Sale - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 8am-Noon, Coffee, donuts, pie available. Craft/vendor tables contact Sharon Swenson for more information at 320226-0366. All You Can Eat Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, Pancakes, eggs, sausage, waffles, and endless cups of coffee. Bring your own table service. Hwy 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St. Pickleball Mixer - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am-Noon, $2. Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 9-11am. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 10am-Noon, Free coffee. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm. Country Jam & Lunch - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 11:30am-3pm, Join us before Jams for lunch served 11:30am12:30pm. Sandwiches, snacks, and beverages available for purchase. Jams start at 12:30 (free admission). Public Meal Country Jam Lunch - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 11:30am1pm, Full meal available prior to our Country Jam which follows at 1pm. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Lunch - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 11:30am-1pm, $8pp. Rock N Roll Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 12:30-2:30pm. Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 1-3pm, Free. Open to public and jammers. Lunch available at 11:30. 50/50. Jam Session - Dixieland MH Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, Free admission. Jam Session - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm. Acoustic Bluegrass Jam - VIP La Feria RVParkWest, La Feria, 1:30-3:30pm, Come join us players and listeners. Happy Hour - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 3-5pm, Helen Russell, pass the hat. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Dinner - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4-6pm, Chinese meal, won ton soup, egg roll, veggie fried rice, sweet & sour chicken ball, garlic spare ribs, bread pudding. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, All you can eat, $4pp. Dessert for sale. Bring your own table service and beverage. Loteria (Mexican Bingo) - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 6-8pm. Acoustic Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8pm, Fiesta Hall, free admission. 50/50 drawing and refreshments by donation. 3401 W. Bus. 83. Karaoke - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30-9pm, Soda and water available. Complimentary popcorn. Over 40,000 different songs available to sing. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, 309-337-8711. Entertainment - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Kai, $8pp advance, $10pp at the door. Entertainment - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, The Baker Family, $10pp. Advance tickets call 956-5854833 ext. 1062. Concessions available. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, Naomi Bristow, $8pp. Dance & Show - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Michael Laferty, $8pp. Dance - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, Goldwing Express. Snack bar, BYOB. Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco 7-10pm, Pelican West, $10pp. BYOB. Pop & water available for sale, free ice. Jam Session - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-9pm, Free and open to the public for listening. For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM See PARKS pg. 10
JANUARY 18, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Bibleville Conference Grounds 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Alamo, Tx 78516 (956) 787-2024 email: bibleville@riogrande.edu Promisedland Quartet Saturday Concert 2pm & 7pm Check Program Schedule Changes Bibleville.Conference.Grounds riogrande.edu Their desire for each concert is to provide quality music while effectively ministering to the lost and hurting. Concert •January 21, 2023 BIBLEVILLE Conference Grounds Fridays • 1:30pm R/C Car Races Line Dances Entertainment Bluegrass Jam Tuesdays • 1:30-3:30pm Double Decker $7 • Thur Jan 19 • 5-8pm Jason Whorlow “The Piano Man” $7 • Sun Jan 22 • 7pm Michael Laferty $7 • Sun Jan 29 • 7pm Mondays • 1-2pm 1201 N. Main Street La Feria, TX 956-797-1851 Cynthia Cavazos - Activity Director Kenwood Rv Resort . Enjoy Life. Enjoy it here. 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 COME SEE JASON WHORLOW “THE PIANO MAN” You must not miss this live, versatile, interactive show! 2017 Valley Star Awards Best Solo Variety Act Jan. 20, 5:30 pm • Alamo Country Club, Alamo (SOLD OUT) Jan. 21, 7pm • Orange Grove, Edinburg Jan. 22, 7pm • Kenwood Resort, La Feria Jan. 23, 1pm • Louie’s Backyard, SPI Jan. 24, 7pm • Heritage Square, Mission Jan. 25, 11am • Bayside Fiesta, SPI Jan 26, 1pm • Louie’s Backyard, SPI Jan. 27, 7pm • Enchanted Valley, Mission Jan. 28, 7pm • Seawind Resort, Riviera Jan. 29, 1pm • El Valle Del Sol, Mission Jan. 30, 8:30pm • Louie’s Backyard, SPI Jan. 31, 1pm • Tequila Sunset, SPI Feb. 1, 7pm • Paradise Park, McAllen Feb. 2, 1pm • Louie’s Backyard, SPI Feb. 14, 6pm • Chimney Park, Mission whorlowentertainment.com 515-460-5862 Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Blue Wolf, $7pp at door. Dance - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-10pm, The Bottomline Band, $8pp. Reserved seating. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. Glow Party!! Entertainment - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Seven Bridges-The Ultimate Eagles Experience, $25pp. Event Center. Friday, January 20 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6:30-8:30am. Craft Show - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 8am-Noon, Breakfast: biscuits & gravy. Lunch: Sloppy joes & hotdogs. Garage Sale - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Rec Hall. 109 W Bus. Hwy. 83. Rock N Roll Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 11am-2:30pm, Lunch served 11 to 12:15, jam starts at 12:30. 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 - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm. Country/Variety Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Come to listen or jam. Dessert table and 50/50. Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 1-3pm. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Come play along or just come to listen and visit. Clog Dancing - San Juan Gardens, 1-3pm, Beginners at 12:30. Come and learn to clog dance, it’s great exercise. $3 fee. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 2-4pm, Curt James, pass the hat. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Fish Fry - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish, slaw, & french fries. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5-7pm, Cassandra, pass the hat. BS Bar. Karaoke with Bobby Jack - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 5:309pm, Karaoke following supper. Menu varies from week to week, $8pp. Fish fry, $9pp. Country Music Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, All welcome. Jean Closson, 717-877-8375. Fish Fry - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 5:30-6:30pm, Fish Fry $13, Choice of Baked or Fried Fish, Choice of French Fries or Baked Potato, Cole Slaw, Roll, Beverage (1 beer per ticket). Advanced ticket purchase required. Tickets available in Activities Office. Rec Hall, 1900 Grace Ave. Country Jam - Tradewinds RVResort, Mission, 6-8pm, Free. Tradewinds Hall. Open to public and all jammers. 50/50. Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 6-9pm, South Texas Ramblers, $7pp- $10pp. Entertainment - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 6:30pm, Winnie Brave, $7pp. Friday Night Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp door. Roaring 20’s Dance - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Southern Vibes, $8pp. Costumes optional but encouraged. Concession open, BYOB. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Star Fire John & Suzie, $8pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, variety, $8pp. Soda, water, popcorn, snacks for sale, free ice/cups, 50/50 door prizes. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Rewind, $7pp. Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Fabulous Cruisers, $12pp. Doors open 6:30pm. Concessions available. 1401 S. Cage Blvd., 956-7875773. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Naomi Bristow, young yodeling country artist cowgirl from Onatrio, Canada, $8pp. For more information call 956-423-3137. Country & Big Band Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Pizza & dogs available from 4:30-6:30. No outside beverages permitted. Musicians by invitation only. Entertainment - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-9pm, Leslie Blasing, $10pp. PARKS From pg. 9 For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
11 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 18, 2023 BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna,TX 78537 SUSANTHOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10PM Jan 20 • Steven May & Southern Knights • $8pp Jan 27 • The Rovers • $8pp Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, 50/50 door prizes. TUESDAYS • HAPPYHOUR • 3-5PM PASS THE HAT Jan 24 • The Hitman, Tim Dirth Jan 31 • 2 Amigos Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, BYOB, 50/50 door prizes. WEDNESDAYS Cowboy & Indian Church w/Goldwing Express 9 AM • 18 • Free Will Offering Jam Lunch • 12pm (No Jam Lunch 1/18; resuming 1/25) Menu and price varies Jam Session • 1-3pm All welcome, BYOB SHOW 7 PM • Jan 18 • Baker Family • $10 BYOB, snacks SUNDAYS • KARAOKE • 5PM THURSDAYS • SOUPSUPPER • 4:30PM $4 All You Can Eat • Dessert for sale Bring your own table service & beverage ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM ROCK & ROLL JAM DANCES EVERY FRIDAY 7-10PM SINGLES ARE WELCOME Jan 20 • Pelican West • $10 Jan 27 • The Fabulous Cruisers • $12 Every Thursday • 12:30pm - 2:30pm HOMEMADE CAKE DONUTS Jan 18 • Order Ahead (956) 585-0703 Plain, Chocolate, Or Blueberry With Choice Of Vanilla Or Cinnamon Glaze $1 Each, $5.50 for 6, $10 for 12 Wednesday Breakfasts each week, Donuts every other week • 7:30am - 9am ThursdayLunches-Burgers&More• 11am-12:30pm Monday Night Meals • 4:30pm - 6pm PAY AT DOOR UNLESS NOTED Jan 24 • Lindley Creek • $10 Feb 1 • Justin Terry • $9 MEALS 956-585-0703 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive • Palmview Paula McSpadden Activity Director ALL EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Feb 4 • 8am - 12pm Breakfast and lunch available ROCK CLUB SHOW BlueBonnet RV Resort Get Ready For A Good Time! DANCES CHURCH SERVICES 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Rd. Mission, TX. 78574 Phone:(956)598-6004 A Division of Wi lder Corporat ion Every Sunday • 4pm Suzy & Greg York of Lovelight Ministries CRAFT SHOW Thursday, Jan. 26 • 8am-1pm Friday, Jan. 27 • 7-9pm • $8 CURT JAMES Saturday, Feb. 4 • 7-9pm • $8 Night Ryder Band GOSPEL JAM Sunday, Jan. 29 • 1-3pm Dave Perryman Band ENTERTAINMENT Friday, Feb. 10 • 7-9:30pm• $8 Dave Perryman Band RC Racing Concrete Track 10am • Jan. 24 Dirt Track 10am • Jan. 27 https://rancherovillagercclub.com/ 1900 S. Bridge Ave., Weslaco, TX 78596 Contact: Susan 405-812-4401 Playground For Retirees Concessions open, BYOB Jan. 20, 7-10pm • Southern Vibes • $8 Jan. 22, 3-5pm • Tiny Hill Orchestra • Free Feb. 3, 7-10pm • The Night Howlers • $8 Concessions open Jan. 25, 7-9pm • The Baker Family • $10 Pass The Hat Jan. 27, 3-5pm • Curt James Happy Hour Dances Entertainment Craft Show & Sale Free admission Jan. 26, 8am-12pm Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Lindley Creek, $10pp. 50/50. For information, call 816-616-8320 or 815-2890916. 715 N. Westgate Dr. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Pelican West, $10pp. Dance - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Hot Rodz, $10pp. Popcorn, pop and ice available. BYOB. 2300 E. Bus. 83. Entertainment - Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7-9pm, Baker Family, $10pp. Dance - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7-10pm, Route 66. Dance - Lazy Palm Ranch, Edinburg, 7-9pm, Night Howlers, plays mixture of everything, $8pp. BYOB. Dance - Heritage Square, Mission, 7-10pm, The Howlers Band, variety of music, $8pp at the door. Doors open at 7:30pm. Saturday, January 21 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9am. Craft Show - Chimney Park, Mission, 7am-Noon, Food and live music. Breakfast 6am-10am. Lunch 11am-12 noon. Live music with Nashville Recording Artist and the RGV 2019 & 2022 “Male Vocalist of the Year” Rusty Rierson. 4224 S. Conway Ave. 956-585-5061. Craft & Patio Sales - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, Refreshments and lunch available. Interested vendors can call 956-580-4477 between 8am and 11am Monday-Friday or chairperson at 918742-0177. 7600 Long Dr. Craft Show - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 8am-Noon. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 8-9am. Patio Sale - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 8am-Noon. Saturday Morning Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, Pancakes or sausage gravy or egg bake, $5pp. Free coffee. Craft Fair - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, Gates open, in Friendship Hall. Pancakes and Sausage Breakfast available for purchase in Rec Hall from 7:00 - 10:00 am. 1900 Grace Ave. Yard Sale - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 8am-Noon, Corner of Cesar Chavez and Sioux Rd. Breakfast - Alamo Paradise Acres, 8-9:30am, $3pp all you can eat pancakes. Garage Sale - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Great bargains and food. 100 N. Valley View Rd. Garage Sale - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 8am-Noon. Park Wide Yard Sales - Golf View Estates, Mission, 8am-Noon, With white elephant, and bake sale at the rec hall. 7424 Couples Cir. Flea Market - Valley View Estates, Mission, 8am-Noon. Cowboy Church - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 9-10am, Breakfast served 7-8:30am, $5pp. Plus Square Dance Lessons & Review - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 10am-Noon, Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Yahoo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 10am. Country Jam Lunch - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 11:10am-Noon, We will be serving lunches before the Country Jam. 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 956-5408463. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30pm, Curly Klaphake, donation. Everyone welcome. Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Great music from Big Band era and lots of room for dancing. Come for the music, stay for the food. Musicians and singers are by invitation only. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm, Promisedland Quartet. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Social/Dinner - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 5:30pm, Social-5:30 pm. Pulled Pork Dinner-6 pm, $13pp. Bingo - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 6:30-9:30pm, Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. No outside food or beverages. Dinner is served 5-6pm. Menu varies weekly and you must sign up prior at Pharr South. Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Texas Storm, See PARKS pg. 12 For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
JANUARY 18, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 12 WINTER TEXAN TIMES NomadShrineClub • 1044W. NolanaLoop • Pharr, Texas January 20 & 21 • Friday 10am – 4pm Saturday 9am – 4pm • $5 per person donation ForMore InformationVisit www.rgvwoodcarvers.org PamHorstman: rgvwcnmutts@gmail.com (816) 590-6521 Brenda Lodermeier: carvingwithclass@gmail.com (320) 252-7205 Tool Vendors On Site For Carving Supplies &Wood January 23-28•Woodcarving Seminar/Classes Monday - Saturday Call For Information • 17 Of The Nation’s Best Instructors Show & Competition 70 Display & Vendor Booths service. Everyone welcome. Church Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am, Chaplain David Squire, South Hall. Non-denominational service. Communion 1st Sunday of each month. For more information call 956423-3137. Church Service - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 9am, Chaplin Doug Schmitt. Non-denominational. Communion served first Sunday of each month. Please join us for worship service. Church Service - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am, 205 S. Stewart Rd. Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-10:30am, Main Hall. Church Service - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am. Church - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 9am. Cowboy Church - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 9am, Gold Wing Express. Public is welcome. Worship Service - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 9am, Pastor Steve St. Clair leads services, non-denominational, all welcome. 715 N. Westgate Dr. Worship Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30-10:30am, All are welcome to our Interdenominational Service. Fellowship follows service. Church - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am, With Chaplain Bill Wade, in Mission Bell hall. Everyone is welcome! 1711 E. Bus. Hwy. 83. Church Services - Quiet Village II, Donna, 9:30am, Non-denominational service. Coffee served at 9am. Pastor Mary Chamberlin p r e s i d i n g . Communion, last Sunday of the month. All welcome. Church - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 10am, Pastor Mark McDonald. Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10-11am, Non-denominational services. Worship Service - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10-11am, Non-denominational. Pastors Chuck & Bev Wolff. Fellowship and refreshments following. Worship Service - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 10-11am, Non-denominational. Church Services - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Friendship Hall. Gate is open. 1900 Grace Ave. Non Denominational Church Service - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 1011am. Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 10am. Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, Dr. Richard Schmidt. Church Service - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30-11:30am, Traditional Lutheran Service, all welcome. Jam - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1-3pm. All Valley Rounds - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 1-4pm, Nancy & Dewayne Baldwin. Line Dancers Bash Workshop - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 1:20-4pm, Event will have beginner/high beginner level playlist. Open floor and instructor lead dances which are from 1:45pm-4:00pm. Refreshments, water, and tea are included. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2-4pm, Naomi Bristow, $8pp. Gospel Jam - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 2-4pm, Light refreshment at the break, everyone welcome. Dance - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 3-5pm, Tiny Hill Orchestra, free admission. Concert - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 3-4pm, RGV Concert Band, $5pp. Entertainment - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 3-5pm, Senior Ambassadors Men Chorus, $5pp. Church Service - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 4pm, Chaplains: Greg & Suzie York. Bluebonnet Hall, 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr. Meal - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 4pm, Until gone. Beef stroganoff and noodles. Karaoke - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 5pm, BYOB, snacks. Ice Cream Social - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 5pm. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30-7:30pm. Entertainment - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6-7:30pm, Baker Family, $10pp. Main Hall. Movie - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30-9:30pm, Snack bar opens at 6:15 with hot dogs and other items available. Deer Camp Play - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 6:30pm, Pass the hat. Entertainment - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, Lindley Creek. 2100 Vernon, 319-521-6095. Entertainment - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 7-9pm, The Chamberlin’s, $8pp. Classic country, rock and roll, gospel and comedy. Entertainment - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7pm, Naomi Bristow, $8pp. Doors open 6:30. 2300 E. Bus. 83. Monday, January 23 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6:30-8:30am. Craft Show - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am-Noon. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 11:30am-3pm, Meal served at 11:30, $7pp. Jam 1-3pm. Beginner Squares - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, Noon-2pm, Ron & Jan $8pp advance, $10pp at the door. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Promisedland Quartet. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, The Fabulous Cruisers, $12pp. 50/50. Dinner available 6pm, BYOB. Advance tickets and table reservations call 956-585-4833 ext. 1062. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7pm, Lindley Creek, $8pp- $10pp. Show - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Brett Marshall’s 11 Piece Band, $14pp/$15pp door. Dance - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Wally Garza, $8pp. Handmade pizza available from 5-7pm. Entertainment - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 7pm, Rusty Rierson, $9pp. Entertainment - Seven Oaks RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Naomi Bristow. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. Dance - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 7-10pm, Gatos Locos. Reservations are required. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Brenda Coin, $7.50 single, $15 couple. For more information call 956-423-3137. Dance - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $7pp. BYOB. Dance - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7-10pm, Regan James, $8pp. Jo Herndon, 816-8635639. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Pelican West, $10pp advance, $12pp at door. Main Hall. Concessions available. 1341 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. 956-787-7571. Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Southern Vibes. Friendship Hall, 1900 Grace Ave. Gate and doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets in advance in Activities Office. Entertainment - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 7pm, Winnie Brave, $7pp. Country and Americana duo fromAlberta, Canada. Sunday, January 22 Worship Service - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 8:15am, Non-denominational. Church Services - Hidden Valley Ranch RV&MH Park, Mission, 8:30am, Fellowship: 8:30am. Service: 9am. Cowboy Church - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 8:30-9:30am. Church Service - San Juan Gardens, 8:40-9:40am, Non-denominational PARKS From pg. 11
13 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 18, 2023 Betzelberger, $5pp. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Yahoo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 1-3pm. Country Jam - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Open Jam with professional backup band. Serving lunch from 11:15 to 12:45. Join us for good food and fun. Karaoke - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 1-3pm, BYOB. Jam Session - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1-3pm, Main Hall. Country Jam - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 1-3pm, All musicians and singers welcome. Lunch served first Monday of each month. 1015 W. Sam Houston. Absolute Beginner Line Dancing - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 1:30-2:20pm, Instructors - Pat Yoder and Noreen Friesen. Line dancing for those who never line danced or it has been a long time since dancing. Followed by Beginner to High Beginner class. Please bring a small donation for our instructor. $2 is suggested. 2-3 + 4 RD Dance/Workshop - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 2-4pm, Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Country Jam - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 2-4pm, Light refreshment at the break, everyone welcome. Beginner to High Beginner Line Dancing - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 2:303:30pm, Line dancing for those who know the steps and are ready for more difficult dances. Follows Absolute Beginner class. Please bring a small donation for instructor, $2 is suggested. Banjo Concert - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 3-5pm, Pass the hat. BS Bar Open - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-9pm, Serving beer, wine, soft drinks. Meal - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 4pm, Until gone. Stuffed pork chops, mashed potatoes. Charbroiled Hamburger Night - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:305:30pm, Hamburgers, chicken, dessert, french fries, chips, drinks. Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30-6pm. Farmer’s Market - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 4:30pm. Jam Session - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 5:30pm, Country, bluegrass. Everyone welcome! Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30-7:30pm. Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Dr. Richard Schmidt. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-9pm, Dave Perryman & Country Review Tribute Show, $7pp. Entertainment - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Leslie Blasing. Jo Herndon, 816-863-5639. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Regan James, $7pp at door. Dance - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7-9:30pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. 50/50, popcorn and ice available. For information, call 319-4317632 or 319-389-7632. 715 N. Westgate Dr. Entertainment - Palm Shadows RV/ MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Naomi Bristow, $9pp. Shows are held in our lounge! Refreshments and snacks may be purchased while enjoying the show. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-9pm, Goldwing Express, $8pp. Entertainment - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 7pm, Roger Wayne - Illusions and Comedy Show, $8pp. Tuesday, January 24 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6:30-8:30am. Beginner Line Dancing - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 8:30-10am, The dancers need to know the line dance basic dance steps. Please bring a small donation for instructor, $2 is suggested. Hamburgers - Oleander Acres, Mission, 11am-12:30pm. Taco Tuesday - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 11:30am-1pm, All you can eat tacos with all the toppings, homemade charro beans, $8pp. Lunch/Dinner - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11:30am-7pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Lunches - Paradise Park, McAllen, 11:30am-1pm. Beginner Squares - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, Noon-2pm, Ron & Jan Betzelberger, $5pp. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Old Time Variety Dances - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1-4pm, Kenny & Friends, $7pp. Music Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 1-3pm, Lunch is served from 11:00 to 12:45. Bring your music and join us! Country Jam - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 1-3pm, Snacks can be purchased for a donation. 605 7th St. Jam - Paradise Park, McAllen, 1-3pm. Jam - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 1pm, Everyone welcome: Play, sing, or listen. Refreshment served. Jam - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-3pm, Jammers welcome. Jam - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 1-3pm. Blue Grass Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30-3:30pm. PH III-IV RD Dance/Workshop - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 2-4pm. See PARKS pg. 30
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