13 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 29, 2023 27146 McLelland Road., Harlingen, TX 78552 (956) 423-1446 Lower Valley / 956-664-1446 Upper Valley Visit us at www.gowithjo.com for complete itineraries The Painted Churches (2 Days) Sept. 2, 2023 ���������������������������������������������$309pp (Prices are per person, double occupancy) San Miguel De Allende (6 Days) July 1, 2023 �������������������������������������$785pp San Miguel De Allende (6 Days) Nov. 21, 2023 �������������������������������������� $TBA Monterrey Tres (3 Days) July 14, 2023 �����������������������������������������������������$325pp Monterrey Tres (3 Days) Sept. 2; Nov. 24; Dec. 30, 2023 ����������������������������$TBA Real de Catorce (3 Days) July 7, 2023 �����������������������������������������������������$369pp (Prices are per person, double occupancy) U.S. TOURS ONE DAY BUS TOURS MEXICO BUS TOURS Go...With Jo! Tours & Travel We Take Care of You! King Ranch (1 Day) Apr. 13, 2023 �����������������������������������������������������������������$110pp (Prices are per person) South Texas Ecotourism Center EXPLORE, PROTECT, EDUCATE 501 W. STATE HIGHWAY 100, LAGUNA VISTA, TX 78578 FREE ADMISSION OPEN DAILY 8AM-5PM 956-772-0212 WWW.STEC-LV.ORG WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/STECLV • LIVING EXHIBITS • VIEWING TOWER • DISPLAYS W/QR CODES • AMPITHEATER • SPACE RENTALS able to really get out there and enjoy themselves this year. I have never seen them gather and spend so much time together as they did this year. It was exciting seeing them entertain with each other and all of the camaraderie they have. We are so very blessed to have great entertainment that visits the Valley each year. And it’s all because of you. The activity directors have a hard job trying to fill in their calendars. Make sure you tell them who you want to see at your park. We also saw how much you helped the communities you live in and communities in Mexico. Your dedication, caring hearts, and your love for others is truly overwhelming and a great thing to see. We wish to extend a special thank you to all of the Winter Texans that perform community service. These organizations struggle a bit when you leave, and your generosity and caring spirit are greatly appreciated. I know they are always happy to see you return – as we are too. We also know that you continue your efforts while you are up north. We have heard how many of you continue to make quilts, raise money, and more for the organizations you help during your time in the Valley. The Valley is blessed to have you as part of the community. We are blessed to be able to share just a bit of what you do for our community. We are thankful for all that you do and bring to the Valley. Without you, we would not be here. You bring such good things to the Valley, and we would not be the same without you. As always, thank you for coming and we look forward to your return in the fall. Have a wonderful summer with your family and friends. Until we meet again … RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 ne. The stage band consisted of Mike Botelho on lap Cajun drum, Irene Griffith on keyboard, Ken Griffith on lead guitar, Rich Rohrbach on pedal steel guitar, Dennis Wiese on bass guitar, and Dick Wynne on rhythm guitar. The 19 inspirational jammers were Don Ausland, Bonnie Ausland, Erven Bertrand, Don Blanke, Elaine Botelho, Sharon Eckleberry, Verna Funk, Dave Harston, Charles Josephes, Pat Kent, Lyle Krecklan, Bev Moore, Emmett Moore, Wanita Patterson, Shirley Slone, Dave Swanson, Anna Wiens, Iris Wiese, and Wilma Wynne. The featured musician from this jam is Rich Rohrbach from Illinois who performs with the pedal steel guitar, guitar, bass guitar, accordion, piano, mountain dulcimer, and also sings. His musical adventures started at age seven with piano lessons followed by two years of piano accordion lessons. He started at age 16 with the guitar playing with rock and roll bands throughout his life and played trombone in a high school band and Big Band jams in Texas. At age 18, he taught others to play the guitar. Nine years ago, he purchased the steel guitar and started playing in country music bands including The Dixons, Country Roland Jr., Jealous Heart, George and the Texas Outlaws, Rusty Rierson, Dave Perryman, and Robert Lynch. He also performs at numerous jams throughout the RGV. Both gospel jams provided a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere where musicians were encouraged to provide inspirational Christian music to the audiences. Jammers. Photo by Tony Ozark
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