Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 37, No. 4 © 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, November 8, 2023 INDEX Reunions p 5 Events Calendar p 6 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 On the Road with Jo p 12 Taste of the Valley p 15 Business Guide p 17 Classifieds p 18 Coupon Index p 19 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 14 Even though our little cold snap didn’t last very long, we still had some pretty good weather. It’s been just right for the most part. And with all this great weather, more people are out and about, enjoying the golf courses and the many nature parks we have in the Valley. We continue to say that there is so many things to do in the Valley. Our events calendar and Parks calendar are proof of that. But it isn’t just the parks and entertainment events that are happening. All of our nature parks have regular activities too. If you look at the World Birding Center parks, their calendars are quite full most of the year too. They have nature walks, guided tours, presentations, craft times, and more. You can look at those calendars on their website at www. theworldbirdingcenter.com. There you can find the links to all nine parks. Make it a goal to try to visit each one this year. Each one has something unique that isn’t like the other, so they are all worth visiting. Don’t forget we have a few wildBy Herb Moering The Veterans Day observance got off to an early start with Edinburg holding a parade Saturday morning honoring those locally who have served in the U.S. military. Nearly 90 entries from the community were part of the event, which featured the commander and crew of the Navy ship USS Gonzalez as the grand marshals. Other units included local high school, middle school and See PARADE pg. 20 Edinburg honors Veterans with parade Part of the Edinburg High Bobcat Battalion included large photos of local military service personnel. Photo by Herb Moering Valley cities remember Veterans Cities throughout the Rio Grande Valley are holding activities to remember and honor Veterans that have served. We have several stand-alone stories that highlight some major celebrations, so make sure you look through the entire issue so you don’t miss anything that might be in your area. The City of Mission is having activities starting on Thursday and running through Sunday. Some of the activities include a Land of the Free Jeep Show at 5x5 Brewing Co., 801 Bryan Rd. The event is sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club and will start at 6 p.m. On Saturday, November 11, See VETERANS pg. 14 Big Valley Quilters Club presented patriotic themed lap quilts to their Veterans in February. Photo by Herb Moering
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 2 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 1217 N. Conway Mission, Texas 78572 (956) 580-7800 © Copyright 2023-2024 by Nexus Publishing LLC, all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without express written permission of the publisher. The Winter Texan Times is not responsible for errors or omissions in advertising. In the event of an error in an ad or omission of an ad, the newspaper’s financial liability is limited to the cost of the ad in questions. The newspaper is not responsible for any other damages, tangible or intangible. Typically a make-good ad or re-rescheduled ad is considered to sufficiently meet the newspaper’s responsibility. Dan Brunson Publisher dan@wintertexantimes.com Carina Brunson Editor carina@wintertexantimes.com Anastasia Brunson Office Manager anastasia@wintertexantimes.com Published by Nexus Publishing LLC Parks Calendar: Items must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers, or activity directors. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons, or dance classes. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., 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. News: We are always looking for news about events, organizations, exhibits, fundraising, and more, from parks, chambers, cities, museums, and other venues. You are welcome submit your news items, photos of recent park activities, or news story ideas about your park or park residents. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to news@wintertexantimes.com. Events Calendar: Items must be open to the public. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to news@wintertexantimes.com. Reunions: We 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. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to reunions@wintertexantimes.com. The City of Mission is delighted to announce its extensive lineup of events in commemoration of Veterans Day, inviting the community to join in honoring the brave men and women who have served the nation selflessly. The R.E.D. Flag Ceremony is on Friday, November 10 at 9:30 a.m., at the Mission Police Department. Mission has proclaimed November 10th, and every subsequent Friday, as Remember Everyone Deployed (R.E.D) Day, reaffirming its support for the courageous individuals serving the country. Attendees are encouraged to wear red as a symbol of solidarity and appreciation. On that same day, November 10, all veterans are invited to attend the Veterans Appreciation BBQ at Mission Parks and Recreation from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Whether dining in or opting for carry-out, veterans can enjoy a complimentary meal as a token of appreciation for their dedicated service. The highlight of the week is the annual Mission Veterans Parade, scheduled for November 11, starting at 12 p.m. The parade promises to be a vibrant display of patriotism, featuring over 60 entries of stunning floats, spirited school bands, horses, and much more. This year, the Parade Marshal is veteran L. David Flores Jr, Retired Sergeant Major, who currently serves as the Mission Assistant City Manager. The city encourages the community to come out in force to support our veterans and enjoy this extraordinary display. The parade starts at Conway Ave. and Business 83 and runs along E. Business 83. Following the parade, the celebration continues with a spectacular music festival with Christopher Marshall kicking it off at 12 p.m. at the 5x5 Brewing Co. located at 801 Bryan Rd. The Loud and Clear Veteran Music Festival will offer a lively and memorable experience featuring veteran artists across the Rio Grande Valley and Texas. There will be veteran vendors, veteran owned and ran food trucks, and veteran resources. The event will continue through the next day at 5x5 Brewing Co. featuring a chili cook-off from 12 to 5 p.m. and a Cadence Calling Fun Run with proceeds helping Sand Devils MC. For more info about the chili cook-off, call Gunner at (956) 566-3360. Mayor of Mission Norie Gonzalez Garza expressed her excitement for the upcoming events. “We are proud to honor our veterans and show them the immense gratitude they deserve. There is so much planned, so we hope the community unites for these festivities.” All events are open to the public and are free of charge. For more details, visit https://missiontexas.us/ veterans-day-schedule/. City of Mission holds festivities to honor Veterans THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Land of the Free Jeep Show 6 P.M. 5X5 BREWING CO. (801 Bryan Rd.) FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 R.E.D. Flag Ceremony 9:30 A.M. MISSION POLICE DEPARTMENT (1200 E. 8th St.) Veterans Appreciation Barbecue 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM MISSION PARKS & REC (721 N. Bryan Rd.) SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Mission Crime Stoppers 5K 7 A.M. MISSION HIKE & BIKE TRAILS (1414 S. Conway Ave.) Veterans Day Ceremony & Flag Laying 9 A.M. RGV STATE VETERANS CEMENTARY (2520 S. Inspiration Rd.) Veterans Parade 12 P.M. DOWNTOWN MISSION (Conway Ave. & Business 83) Loud and Clear Veteran Music Festival 12 P.M. - 12 A.M. 5X5 BREWING CO. (801 Bryan Rd.) SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Chili Cook-Off 12 P.M. - 5 P.M. 5x5 BREWING CO. (801 Bryan Rd.)
3 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 8, 2023 Harlingen Community Theatre Presents Neil Simon’s PLAZA SUITE A COMEDY CLASSIC! NOVEMBER 2023 17th, 18th, 19th Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 PM Sundays 2:30 PM Adults $20 Children (Under 18) $10 “Plaza Suite” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com www.hctvalleystars.org 1209 Fair Park Blvd. Harlingen, TX When you look at social media posts for the parks, and residents of the parks, on Facebook you can see there was a wide range of fun had by Winter Texans throughout the Rio Grande Valley. We saw pictures of someone dressed as a bowl of Fruit Loops, vampires, skeletons, superheroes, dragons, and so many more. Some that really caught our eyes were those at Victoria Palms that dressed as their favorite Wintertainers™ like Ron Moshier and Steven May. They do say imitation is the highest form of flattery. At Casa del Valle we found the Joker and Sally, and the Big Bad Wolf and Little Red Riding Hood. There were others such as a referee and a mouseketeer. You can see more photos from both events online at www.wintertexantimes.com. Halloween fun was had all around Victoria Palms Halloween Costume Contest winner, Cutest category: Beekeeper and Bee - June and Ron Wimmer Tami Smith, Sally from Nightmare before Christmas was the female winner and Mark Smith, The Joker was the male winner. Both are full time residents at Siesta Village. Linda Hatcher as Ron Moshier, David Hatcher as Tim Mull, Roxanne Becker as Tracy May, and Gary Becker as Steven May
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES TheWeslaco Rotary Club is proud to present the Veterans Day Celebration, at the Bobby Lackey Stadium in Weslaco, on Wednesday, November 8 at 10 a.m. Located at 784 N. Westgate Dr., Weslaco. Everyone is cordially invited to attend and be a part of this celebration honoring our Veterans. Included in the celebration will be a Navy Fighter Jet Flyover sponsored by WoodmenLife. This event is a partnership with Weslaco Rotary and Weslaco ISD. “We organize the Veterans Day Celebration to honor all Veterans for their service to our Country. Many paid the ultimate price so that we could have the freedom, liberty, and opportunities that we enjoy daily. Secondly, we want to teach our school children the meaning of Patriotism and Love for America” shared Robert Cisneros, Foundation Chair Rotary Club of Weslaco (32 years as a Rotarian). We invite you to be a part of the celebration at the Bobby Lackey Stadium in Weslaco. Let’s honor all Veterans for their service to our country. The Weslaco Rotary Club was chartered March 1925 and is part of Rotary International District 5930. Local Rotarians work hard to lend a helping hand in the community. If you are interested in becoming a Weslaco Rotary Member, contact them at weslacorotary5930@gmail. com For more information on this chamber member and/or event visit www.weslaco.com. Weslaco Rotary Club holds Veterans celebration today The Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) a 50s©(3) organization that serves Hidalgo, Cameron, and Willacy Counties, will be holding a VetFest on Thursday, November 16, at the Brownsville Event Center. The event is dedicated to honoring veterans, current service members, and their families. This event will celebrate the brave men and women who have served the county and sacrificed so much for our freedom. The goal for the event is to provide support by having resources and health screenings LRGVDC invites Veterans to VetFest Courtesy Photo and an opportunity to learn about organizations and businesses the support the veteran community. Last year the event had over 200 attendees. They were able to provide heaters, blankets, food, and other resources to the attendees. Over 3,000 veterans call Brownsville home, so they are preparing for a bigger turnout. In preparing for a larger turnout, the organization is also asking for donations of food, drinks, and entertainment for their veteran guests and their families. Your donation will not only help them put on a great event, but it will also make a meaningful impact on the lives of those veterans in attendance. The Brownsville Event Center is located at 1 Event Center, Paredes Line Rd. The event will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. If you have any questions, email vsalinas@lrgvdc.org, or call (956) 375-3486 or (956) 682-3481. Courtesy Photo Courtesy Photo
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 8, 2023 3201 E. EXP. 83 • DONNA, TX 78537 (956) 464-3378 of Donna ClaytonHomes Doug Fowler www.claytonhomesdonna.com • 18Cu Ft. Frost Free Refrigerator • 30” Electric Range • Dishwasher • RangeHoodwith Light & Fan • 72” Deck Tub in Primary Bath • 48” Shower withGlass Doors • 2” Cordless Blinds Throughout • 44”WideHallways • 52” Ceiling Fan in Living Room • Energy Smart • LEDBulbs • Ecobee Programmable Thermostat • R22-13-33 Insulation • LowE Thermal PaneWindows Tired of living in that old mobile home? Need more room? Or is that old home falling down around you? What if we took the old home in on trade? We can take your trade and use it towards the down payment of your new home, even if you still owe a balance. LET US SHOW YOU WHAT YOUR TRADE CAN DO FOR YOU AT CLAYTON HOMES OF DONNA! CLAYTON HOMES OF DONNA CAN TAKE YOUR TRADE Lic. # rbi3356 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. 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. RGVWoodcarvers The RGV Woodcarvers are meeting at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr every Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. from now through March. For more information, visit their website at www. rgvwoodcarvers.org. 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. Fayette County Iowa Reunion The Fayette County Iowa Reunion is set for January 18, 2024, 11 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s in Weslaco. For more information, call Carolyn Beier at (563) 920-3838. One of the biggest (if not the biggest, certainly in the top three) birding festivals in the country is in our own backyard. The 30th Annual Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival begins Wednesday, November 8 at the Harlingen Convention Center. Nearly 500 participants will be met by 56 guides, 58 Vendors and 100 volunteers. Over 1,000 entries have already been judged in the RGVBF Art, Writing and Photography contests. According to the RGVBF post festival survey in 2021, participants spent over $500,000 during the festival. The economic impact in Harlingen alone was $1,673,000. This year’s festival numbers are much bigger than they were in 2021. This year’s festival includes a welcome reception, over 100 field trips, a silent auction, a trade show, a store, art, writing and photography displays, children’s activities, speakers, seminars and much more. The Birders Bazaar will be held from 12 to 6 p.m., November 9 and 10, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., November 11. The Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival is also hosting the inaugural Legends of Conservation Gala on Thursday, November 9. As always, the RGVBF offers a multitude of free family activities including numerous daily birds of prey flight shows (1 and 3 p.m.) and guided nature walks (8 and 10 a.m.) at Ramsey Nature Park and San Beinto Wetlands. Visit rgvbf.org for more information and a full calendar of events. RGV Birding Festival starts today Black-bellied Whistling Duck. Courtesy Photo
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 2407 E. Griffin Pkwy. – Mission, TX GENERAL DENTISTRY EXCEPTIONAL CARE SINCE 1982 Now Accepting Allwell from Superior Healthplan New Patient Exams only $159 • Includes all necessary x-rays • Oral Cancer Screening • Intra-oral Photos • Comprehensive Exam • Periodontal Screening No Dental Insurance? NO PROBLEM! www.sharylanddentalcare.net 956-581-2773 For dental care you can trust and have confidence in Come See Us At Sharyland Dental Care EVENTS CALENDAR November 8 – McAllen Public Library will host the discussion “Making Recipes with Fat Better for You” at 2 p.m. as part of their Diabetes Month series. Call ahead to register at (956) 681-3000. The McAllen Public Library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. November 9 – The VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System is celebrating Veterans Day with a Benefits Fair, BBQ, and prize giveaways from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at McAllen VA Clinic, 901 E. Hackberry. Call (956) 291-9093 for more information. November 9, 11, 12 & 18 – STC Theater and Dance starts their season off with Puffs or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 9 and 11, 2 p.m. on Nov. 12 and 18. Tickets are $5. For more information, visit southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. All productions will be held at STC’s Cooper Center for Performing Arts, located at 3200 W. Pecan Blvd. in McAllen. November 8-12 – The 30th Annual Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival will be held at the Harlingen Convention Center, 701 Harlingen Heights Dr. For the full calendar of events, visit www.rgvbf.org. November 11 – The Brownsville Farmers Market will be held at 9 a.m. at Linear Park, E. 6th St. and E. Ringgold St. The event is held every Saturday. November 11 – Firemen’s Park in McAllen will host the Growing Growers Farmers Market at 9 a.m. The park is located at 201 N. 1st St. The event is held every Saturday. November 11 – The McAllen Farmers Market will be held at the McAllen Public Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is held every Saturday. The library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. For more information visit mcallenfarmersmarket. com. November 11 – There will be a painting in the Gallery event from 2 to 4 p.m. at IMAS with educator and artist Edgar Cortez. Participants will be guided through a landscape acrylic painting as they learn more about the importance of foreground, middle and background in art. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is $20 and includes admission. Visit their website at www. theimasonline.org for more information. November 11 – The Harlingen Farmers Market is held every Saturday, mid-October through mid-June, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Tyler Ave. and 2nd St. The event features a wide variety of fresh, local produce, baked goods, music and more. For more information visit harlingenfarmersmarket.com. November 12 – Bentsen State Park will host Wild Wellness Yoga at 8:30 a.m. Reservations required. Call (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. November 12 – IMAS invites music enthusiasts to a captivating afternoon of opera from 2 to 3 p.m. The program features UTRGV’s award-winning students. Admission is included with general admission and is free for IMAS members. For advanced tickets, visit their website at www.theimasonline.org. November 12 – The Port Isabel Antique and Flea Market is a monthly event (excluding December) featuring a wide variety of local creations, collectibles, and plants. Artisans display original artwork, jewelry, items crafted from beach finds, and pieces inspired by local culture. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Beulah Le Park on Highway 100. November 13 – McAllen Public Library will host the discussion “Double Pleasure Side Dishes” at 2 p.m. as part of their Diabetes Month series. Call ahead to register at (956) 681-3000. The McAllen Public Library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. November 14 – Harlingen Concert Association presents, Bennie and The Jets at 7:30 p.m. at the Christian Fellowship Church in HarOrganizers have extended the deadline to submit an entry for the McAllen Holiday Shoebox Parade. The deadline to enter is Monday, November 20 by 5 p.m. at McAllen City Hall, Office of Communications. The winning entries will be premiered in a televised production in the stadium, on MCN and on all streaming platforms on Saturday, December 2, right before the McAllen Holiday Parade steps off. Open to children, adults, families, schools, non-profits, and civic organizations from throughout the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond, all creativity and imaginations are invited to build a parade float entry – on a shoebox. The grand prize for the winning entry will be seeing the float design made into a life-size float for next year’s presentation of the parade. MHP tickets and swag and a $50 VISA gift card are 2nd and 3rd place prizes. Businesses may enter, as well, but they are not eligible for the grand-prize, only tickets and a $100 VISA gift card. Please visit www.mcallen.net for complete rules and entry guidelines. For questions or more information, please contact Sam Diaz at the McAllen Office of Communications at (956) 681-1206 or via email at sdiaz@mcallen.net. McAllen extends shoebox parade entry deadline See EVENTS pg. 12
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NOVEMBER 8, 2023 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 Thurs • 11am-8pm Fri • 11am-8pm Sat • 11am-8pm Sun • 11am-8pm NOW HIRING All Positions! RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours Call (956) 581-4477 Reservations Suggested 1 Hour River Tours Thurs • 1:00pm Fri • 1:00pm Sat • 1:00pm Seniors - $12 Adults - $14 Child - $10 OPEN (956) 581-1033 Riverside In-MissionTx Relax Outside By The Rio Grande River Welcome Back! Serving Our Customers Since 1982 Thank you for your support!!! TicketsGoOnSale January2024 FEB. 21 • 1 - 4 PM Lunch Available 12 - 1 PM Mission Bell Resort 1711 E. Bus. 83 - Mission BringingYou SixGreat WintertainersTM SAVE THE DATE Valley Star AWARDSSHOW 11thAnnual F E B 15 2023 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 Thursday 5 p.m., 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. Wednesday, November 8 Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am. Karaoke - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 3-6pm, Open to the public. Food and drinks available $. Happy Hour - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 4-6pm. Welcome Back Potluck - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 5pm. Karaoke with Carlos - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 5pm. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Thursday, November 9 Craft Sale - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 8am-Noon, Open to the public. Interested vendors please call Brinda 605-216-6703. Lunch will be served. Thursday Lunches - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am. Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Public welcome. 2401 N. Abram Rd. Bible Study - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 6:30pm. Church Meetings or Know & Grow Groups - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm. Friday, November 10 Happy Hour Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, Noon-3pm, Double Decker Dave, $7pp. MB Rec Hall. Steak Night - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 5pm. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $10pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels - country, $10pp. Saturday, November 11 Craft Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8am-Noon, Breakfast and lunch available. Patio Sale - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, Park gate open. For additional info, contact Activities Office at 956-425-7448. Craft Sale - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 8am-1pm. Yard Sale - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 8am-2pm. Kaffeeklatsch - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 9am. Veteran’s Day Celebration Program & Meal - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 11am, $7pp pre-sale, purchase ticket no later than November 10. 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. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 3pm, Southern Harmony, $8pp presale/$9pp at the door. Sunday, November 12 Worship Service - Pharr South CALENDAR PARKS For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
9 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 8, 2023 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 DANCES • 7-10PM SINGLES ARE WELCOME Nov 10 • Diego & Edith • $10 Nov 24 • The Rovers • $10 Nov 25 • Michael FloresSouthern Vibes • Pass the Hat Dec 1 • Brody River Band • $10 Dec 8 • Time Machine • $10 Wednesday Breakfast • 7:30am Monday Night Meals • 4:30pm Thursday Lunches • 11am MEALS Nov 11 • 8AM - NOON Breakfast & Lunch Served CRAFT SHOW Dec 2 • 8AM PATIO SALE HAPPY HOUR • 6-8PM Nov 28 • Tim Cameron • Tips Dec 13, 4-5:30pm • Diego & Edith • Tips 956-585-0703 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive • Palmview Paula McSpadden Activity Director ALL EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna,TX 78537 SUSANTHOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 ENTERTAINMENT Dec 10, 2 pm • Razz Ma Tazz • $5 Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, 50/50 door prizes. TUESDAYS • HAPPYHOUR • 3-5PM PASS THE HAT Nov 14 • Curt James Nov 21 • Regan James Nov 28 • Denim & Lace Dec 5 • Bruce Boudreau Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, BYOB, 50/50 door prizes. FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10PM Nov 10 • Texas Wheels • $10 Nov 17 • Rewind • $10 Nov 24 • CanAm • $8 Dec 1 • Ron Moshier • $8 Dec 8 • Texas Wheels • $10 Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, 50/50 door prizes. , e t t , V h e - t d - For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM Park, Pharr, 8:30-9:30am, All are welcome to our Interdenominational Service. Fellowship follows service. Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am. Bible Study - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9am, Meetings led by Chaplain Dwight LaPine January - March. Worship Service - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 9am, Non-denominational service open to all. Communion served the 1st Sunday of each month. Come worship with us. Donation. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. Church Services - Alamo RecVeh Park, 9am. Church Service - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am, All welcome. MB Rec Hall. Church Service - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 10am, Greg & Suzy York of Love Light Ministries. Sunshine Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Friendship Hall, gate is open. All are welcome! Pastor Larry Allen, 586-2166443. Church Service - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 10-11am, New Pastor this year: Pastor Jim Darnell, 62 years in ministry. Church Service - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 10am-Noon, Come for church and stay for lunch and fellowship. Church - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 10:30am. Family Potluck - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 5pm. Monday, November 13 Games in Clubhouse - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 10am. Monday Night Special - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:305:30pm, Cheeseburger or chicken sandwich, french fries, and tea or coffee, $9pp. Sloppy Joe’s, french fries, and tea or coffee, $8pp. Monday Night Meals - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30pm. Tuesday, November 14 Men’s Prayer & Bible Study - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 8am. Women’s Prayer & Bible Study - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9:30am. Craft Sale - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 11am-3pm. Jam - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 1-3pm, Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd. 605 E 7th St. (hall). Happy Hour - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 3-5pm, Come get your country on with Ruthi’s Rock-nCountry! It’ll be a really fun time! We have a dance floor! BYOB. Our Happy Hour is free, but don’t forget cash for setups and tips for the performer. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3-5pm, Curt James, pass the hat. Penny Po Ke No - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 6pm. Gospel Music Jam - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm. Wednesday, November 15 Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Bob Buttermore, pass the hat. Karaoke - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 3-6pm, Open to the public. Food and drinks available $. Happy Hour - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3pm, Bruce Boudreau, pass the hat. Happy Hour - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 4-6pm. Live Music - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 5pm, Arroyo Rogers. Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-9pm, Ron Moshier, $9pp at the door. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Thursday, November 16 Thursday Lunches - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am. Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Public welcome. 2401 See PARKS pg. 16
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES (956)566-1157 McAllen Performing Arts Center is thrilled to announce the national tour of Come From Away, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will make its McAllen debut at McAllen Performing Arts Center for a limited engagement on March 17, 2024. Come From Away tickets are on sale now. Tickets available on ticketmaster.com or at the McAllen Performing Arts Center box office. Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring Come From Away tickets on sale now friendships. On September 11, 2001 the world stopped. On September 12, their stories moved us all. Charles McNulty of the Los Angeles Times called the show “An affecting, stirring and unpretentious new musical. Christopher Ashley’s production lets the simple goodness of ordinary people outshine sensational evil.” Bob Verini of Variety raved, “Superb! Canadians Irene Sankoff and David Hein have forged a moving, thoroughly entertaining tribute to international amity and the indomitable human spirit.” The touring production of Come From Away will feature Danny Arnold, Kathleen Cameron, Trey DeLuna, Addison Garner, Andrew Harvey, Andrew Hendrick, Hannah Kato, Chelsea LeValley, Kristin Litzenberg, Miranda Luze, Stanton Morales, Candace Alyssa Rhodes, Molly Samson, Jason Tyler Smith, Nathan David Smith, Shawn W. Smith, Dekontee Tucrkile and Andre Williams. A “Best Musical” winner all across North America, the smash hit musical has won the Tony Award for “Best Direction of a Musical” (Christopher Ashley), four Olivier Awards (London) including “Best New Musical,” five Outer Critics Circle Awards (NYC) including “Outstanding New Broadway Musical,” three Drama Desk Awards (NYC) including “Outstanding Musical,” four Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Awards (North American Tour) including “Best Production,” four Helen Hayes Awards (D.C.) including “Outstanding Production of a Musical,” four Gypsy Rose Lee Awards (Seattle) including “Excellence in Production of a Musical,” six San Diego Critics Circle Awards including “Outstanding New Musical,” three Toronto Theatre Critics Awards including “Best New Musical,” three Dora Awards (Toronto) including “Outstanding New Musical/Opera” and “Outstanding Production,” and the 2017 Jon Kaplan Audience Choice Award (Toronto). The Grammy Award-nominated original Broadway cast recording of Come From Away is available digitally and in stores everywhere. Grammy Award winner David Lai and Grammy Award nominees Ian Eisendrath, August Eriksmoen, Irene Sankoff and David Hein served as album producers. Come From Away is produced by NETworks Presentations. Come From Away (NAMT Festival 2013)was originally developed at the Canadian Music Theatre Project, Michael Rubinoff Producer, Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario, Canada and was further developed at Goodspeed Musicals’ Festival of New Artists, in East Haddam, CT. The Canada Council for the Arts, The Ontario Arts Council, Steve and Paula Reynolds and The 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle WA also provided development support. Come From Away was originally co-produced in 2015 by La Jolla Playhouse and Seattle Repertory Theater & Presented in 2016 by Ford’s Theatre. For tour dates and information please visit: www.ComeFromAway. com. You can connect with them on Facebook at https://www.facebook. com/ComeFromAway/. Courtesy Photo Courtesy Photo
11 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 8, 2023 We Love Our Winter Texans! Thank you for making us your home away from home! • Nightly, 7 Day Plus Rates Available • Fully Equipped Kitchens • Free Wi-Fi • Outdoor Pool • Small Pet Welcome (with fee) • Guest Laundry Service Walking Distance to the La PlazaMall and several restaurants. For Reservations 956-378-4046 www.mcallen-studio6.com 700 Savannah Ave. McAllen, TX Lock In Your Rates For Next Winter Winter Texan 7 Day Plus Special! $327.67 Queen Bed • $375.97 2 Full Size Beds PLEASE MENTION AD FOR SPECIAL! SPECIAL! 7 Day Plus 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 Eagle Pass Gambling (2 Days/1 Night) Nov. 28, Dec. 19, 2023 ����������$235pp Big BendAdventure (6 Days) Jan. 27, 2024 ������������������������������������������������������ $TBA (Prices are per person, double occupancy) San Miguel De Allende (6 Days) Nov. 21, 2023�������������������������������������������$785pp Monterrey Tres (3 Days) Nov. 24, 2023 �������������������������������������������������������������$325pp Mexico City Christmas (7 Days) Dec. 20, 2023 ������������������������������������������$939pp Monterrey NewYears (3 Days) Dec. 30, 2023 �����������������������������������������������������TBA (Prices are per person, double occupancy) U.S. TOURS MEXICO BUS TOURS Go...With Jo! Tours & Travel Holiday Tours In The Footsteps of Paul (12 Days) April 19, 2024�������������������������������$5,035pp With Greek Isle Cruise (Prices are per person, double occupancy) OVER-SEAS TOURS productive, patriotic citizens. Now, in Toys for Tots’ 76th year, they are asking their supporters of the program to help them achieve another record-breaking year. It is their goal to deliver the magic of the holidays to every family seeking holiday help from Toys for Tots. TOYS From pg. 7 Two boys receiving toys. Courtesy Photo Santa reading to children. Courtesy Photo You are invited to the McCarthy-Macintyre 7th Annual Fundraiser. The sole purpose of the fundraiser is to help supply a Veteran in need of a custom trained service dog. Each year this fundraiser donates to help offset the cost to train, feed, vet, house and place a specially trained service dog with a Veteran through the Custom Canines 501©(3) organization located in Sun Prairies, Wisconsin. The goal for this year is $5,000. Join Leslie Blasing at Barry’s Beach Bar located behind the Hilton Garden Inn at 7010 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, on Saturday, November 18, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. If you can’t join in person, please tune in on Facebook for a portion of the live-stream on Leslie Blasing’s page on Saturday from 2 to 3 p.m. You can donate by long distance three different ways: Write a check out to “Custom Canines” and mail to Leslie Blasing, PO Box 2563, South Padre Island, TX 78597; send through Venmo.com/Leslie-Blasing, or paypal.me/LeslieBlasing. A huge thank you to all of our Veterans that help support the organization. For more information about the organization, you can visit their website at customcanines.org. Leslie Blasing holds fundraiser Courtesy Photo
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In fact, one way to keep up with all the happening in the Rio Grande Valley is to read the Winter Texan Times. And there is a lot going on. Just take your pick – there is something for everyone – music, art, dances, garages sales, cruises on the Rio Grande River or on the Laguna Madre for fishing. The Rio Grande Valley has just about all you could ever want. Sure, we are not really a Valley, and we don’t have any mountains. In fact, we are virtually at sea level. I live in Harlingen, where just a few miles up the road is a small town named Combes. Now old timers would call that town Combes Mountain. But why? When I look up the elevation of Harlingen, my computer tells me that the average elevation of Harlingen is 46 feet. The elevation of Combes is just 39 feet. Could it be because Combes is somewhat north of Harlingen, people identified north with going up? Now I am really beginning to wonder why or how we look at things. Residents of Harlingen have always said that downtown Harlingen is 33 feet. Since the Rio Grande River is actually higher than downtown Harlingen, it stands to reason that when the river floods, Harlingen, The water and rich soil of the Valley as well as most Rio Grande Valley cities, are going to be flooded. The natural flow of the flood waters will be from the river toward the Gulf of Mexico. Anyone living in the Rio Grande Valley in 1967 when we experienced Hurricane Beulah will remember how most of our Valley towns experienced major flooding. With excessive rain and slow drainage how can we not flood? But let’s look at the positive of flooding. The rich alluvial soil that we have in the Rio Grande Valley exists only because of the millions of years that the Rio Grande River has dumped the excess water on the land. Consequently, we have some of the richest soil in the United States. Right now, we could use a little excess water. Many of our farmers have already used their annual allotted water allowance – and it is time for fall and early winter planting. Over the last few years, our supply of water has dwindled so much that farmers are advised to try crops that use less water. Agriculture advisers are suggesting new crops for the Valley – crops that are more adapted to a dryer climate. One of those new crops is canola. A crop that I had never seen. Why not take a ride down Highway 281 just to see how many new crops you can identify? Or better yet join a Farm Tour and hear all about the evolution of farming in the Rio Grande Valley from the clearing of the land, to the irrigation system developed in 1905, and finally the necessity for crop dusting. It has been too cold the last week to even think about planting. But it won’t be long until we will have sunshine again. Thank goodness, our cold snaps are generally short lived. Hope you stayed warm. lingen, 901 N. Loop 499. For ticket information, visit the association’s website at www.HarlingenConcert. com or call (956) 392-9757. November 14 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will present their Red, White and Blues combining Veterans Day patriotic music with some jazzy, toe-tapping tunes. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $10, including fees, and can be purchased in-person at the McAllen Performing Arts Center Box Office or by calling 1-800-745-3000, or at www.ticketmaster.com. Reserved seating is available. For more information visit mcallenwindensemble. org. November 17, 18, 19 – The Harlingen Community Theatre will present Neil Simon’s Plaza Suite, A Comedy Classic. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Be advised, this show contains mild language and is intended for a mature audience. The theatre is located at 1209 Fair Park Blvd. Visit hctvalleystars.org for more information and tickets. November 18 – McAllen Public Library will host “Holiday Meal Made Healthy” at 11 a.m. Tips and tricks for trimming down meals and making them healthy will be discussed. Call ahead to register at (956) 681-3000. The McAllen Public Library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. EVENTS From pg. 6 The Rio Grande River as seen from Riverside Cruises in 2018. Photo by Jim Brunson
13 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 8, 2023 TRUE ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION Over 20 Years Experience Serving Mobile Homes & Park Model Owners In Area Parks Valley-Wide • Vinyl Siding • Roofing – Metal or Composite • Patio Covers • Decks • Car Ports • Additions • CustomKitchens&Baths • Windows & Doors • Underbelly Insulation • Flooring • Window Awnings 956-884-1688 w w w . t r u e r o o f i n g . n e t FREE Roof Inspection The Gladys Porter Zoo recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for the future site of the Soaring Eagle zipline, which is set to be completed by late summer 2024. This new attraction will take guests up to 120 feet in the air . . . well above the treetops. After reaching the highest point, riders are treated to breathtaking views as far as the Rio Grande River and Mexico, then return to the starting point at speeds reaching an exhilarating 35 mph. This is the first of many projects detailed in Phase I of the Zoo’s new master plan, which was accepted by the Brownsville City Commission in late 2022. As one of the Rio Grande Valley’s top attractions, Zoo staff are hopeful that the zipline will attract a broader audience to Brownsville while making the overall visitor experience even more exciting for Zoo goers. Guests will be able to view the Zoo and surrounding areas from a whole new vantage point, gaining a greater appreciation for the beauty of the South Texas landscape. As always, the Gladys Porter Zoo is committed to the preservation of nature through conservation, education, research, and healthy outdoor recreation. For more information on the groundbreaking ceremony, please call (956) 546-7187. GPZ holds groundbreaking From the RGV Humane Society Earlier this week, we had an outpouring of support from the community about the brush fire that was dangerously close to our Mission shelter. Thanks to the City of Mission and the Mission Fire Department, our animals are safe from harm. You do not have to be a first responder to save a life today. Right now, every dog under our care in our Mission shelter remains at risk once again. The Rio Grande Valley Humane Society (RGVHS) dog kennels are over capacity at the Mission location. Dogs will be at risk of euthanasia if we cannot make space through adoption or foster. All adoption fees for dogs are completely waived. All adopted pets will go home up to date on vaccinations, dewormer, on preventatives for fleas/ticks/heartworms, microchipped and either already spayed/ neutered, or with an appointment for spay/neuter at no cost to the adoptive family. Anybody interested in adopting a dog should head to the shelter as soon as possible. Fostering a pet is always free and incredibly rewarding. RGVHS will provide foster parents with everything they will need to care for the pet, including food, toys, and other care items. Foster families can customize the length of foster to meet their availability, with foster periods lasting a few hours to a few months. For over three years, The Rio Grande Valley Humane Society has kept the flame of the no-kill movement alive throughout the RGV. With your help we can preserve that flame of hope. It is absolutely free to adopt and foster. RGVHS is open from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week. Your help will have an immediate lifesaving impact for the animals in our care. We have two locations: 227 Abelino Farias Street, in Mission; and 1106 Markowsky Avenue, in Harlingen. Adopting or fostering a pet from our shelter makes an immediate lifesaving impact, for the animal going home and for the incoming animals needing that open kennel. Please help us save lives today. RGV Humane Society seeks help A - y w - e k r - l d s e t - d ******** The 624-acre Arlington National Cemetery is home to the final resting place of more than 400,000 military service members and their families. As such, it holds an observance on Veterans Day every year at 11 a.m., the time the World War I armistice was signed.
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 14 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.WinterTexanTimes.com When you follow us on Facebook AND Subscribe to our FREE e-Edition newsletter You will be eligible to win great prizes from our advertisers through our drawings held throughout the season 956.580.7800 1217 N CONWAY, MISSION Follow us on Facebook.com/ wintertexantimes BRING US ALONG, & THERE’S ALWAYS MORE TO SEE, MORE TO DO IN PRINT, ONLINE ON ANY DEVICE YOU WILL WANT TO TAKE IT WITH YOU WHEREVERYOUGO RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 life refuges, the eco-tourism center, and other nature parks to visit too. We also have a variety of museums and theaters in the Valley. We try to share what is happening at these locations, but there is so much more going on that we don’t always get to talk about. Make sure you look at our RGV Visitor’s Guide online in our digital editions at www. wintertexantimes.com. Our Visitor’s Guide includes map inlays and is organized by location. You can find information about state parks, nature centers, museums, and so many other areas of interest in the Valley. Let us know if you decide to use our guide to plan some outings. We would love to hear about where you go and see some photos of your excursion. As always, if you have some interesting news to share, some charity events coming up for the holidays, or a person people should know in your park, send the information our way to news@wintertexantimes. com. Mission Crime Stoppers will host a 5k at 7 a.m. at the Mission Hike and Bike Trails (1414 S. Conway). It is a timed race and costs $25. For more information, call (956) 648-9326. There will be a Veterans Day Ceremony and Flag Laying at the RGV State Veterans Cemetery, 2520 S. Inspiration Rd., in Mission, starting at 9 a.m. Mission will hold their Veterans Day Parade at 12 p.m. in downtown Mission with other events after the parade. The City of Alamo will hold a Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, November 10, at 8 a.m. The event will be held at the Veterans Memorial Park, 311 N. Alamo Rd. The VA Texas Coastal Bend Health Care System will hold events on November 9 featuring a BBQ. There are two locations. The McAllen VA Clinic, 901 E. Hackberry, will host theirs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Laredo VA Clinic, 4602 N. Bartlett Ave., will have their event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. City dignitaries, police honor guard and fire department honor guard, and pipe and drum corps and others will be at the McAllen Veterans War Memorial for a Veterans Day Ceremony. Several local school choirs will participate as well as the Daughters of the American Revolution, RGV Chapter. “On Veterans’ Day, we remember those brave men and women who honorably served our great nation,” said McAllen Mayor Villalobos. “It is because of the millions of people who answered that call to serve that America is still the greatest country in the world.” The memorial is located at 3129 Galveston Ave., next to the McAllen Convention Center. Valley View Senior Living is hosting a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast for all Veterans on Friday, November 10 from 8 to 10 a.m. The center is located at 900 Camelot Drive in Harlingen. Call (956) 2751044 for more information. Texas Southmost College will hold a Veteran Day Ceremony on November 10 at 11 a.m. at their Performing arts Center in Harlingen. ComForCare Home Care is having a Veterans Appreciation breakfast and lunch from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on November 10. They are located at 2017 E. Tyler in Harlingen. The City of Harlingen is honoring Veterans on Thursday, November 9, at 11 a.m. They will also be recognizing the life and service of Harlingen resident Porter M. Pile 2nd Lieutenant U.S. Army Air Corps who was missing in action for 78 years. He was interred at Arlington National Cemetery on October 31. The event will be held at 311 E. Tyler Ave. There are probably more events happening in your area, so check your park and local city of chamber office to see if they are having something near you. VETERANS From pg. 1
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