Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 37, No. 13 © 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, January 10, 2024 "Let Me Entertain You" pgs. 8-11 See the Wintertainers INDEX Events Calendar p 4 Reunions p 6 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 On the Road with Jo p 14 Jammin’ in the RGV p 16 Taste of the Valley p 19 Business Guide p 21 Classifieds p 21 Coupon Index p 22 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 2 Just about halfway through the month of January already. All of our favorite events are approaching fast. And we are already halfway through our season. Thirteen issues have been published, including this one, eleven issues are left. We still have so much to do and cover for you. Again, we look forward to this time of year. It’s when we get busy attending events, going to dances and entertainment, and hanging out with you more. It doesn’t always feel like work when we are having fun enjoying time with you and seeing all the things that you do around the Valley. Speaking of things to do in the Valley, have you checked out our Visitors Guide? If you haven’t yet, you should be able to find some copies at the Texas Travel Information Center in Harlingen, our office, or you can also find it on our website, www.wintertexantimes.com. It’s amazing the multitude of things this beautiful Valley has to offer. There is everything from historic sites, museums, parks, nature centers, entertainment venues, golf courses, and so much more. While in Mission you can drive around The 44th Annual Golden Age Olympics is underway under the guidance of McAllen Parks and Recreation Department. The event started in 1983 with competition in three events and has grown to include over 30 events. Competition is limited to men and women over the age of 50. The Golden Age Olympics includes a wide range of competitive events for seniors, including shuffleboard, See OLYMPICS pg. 13 Annual Golden Age Olympics is underway Golden Age Olympics Pickleball, 2019. Photo by Herb Moering Diane Mork carries two giant balls that will be attached to lines used for overhead Christmas lights. The balls were attached with industrial-sized zip ties. Photo by Dennis Zanetti Winter Texans’ focus on children offers surprising benefits By Barb Zanetti Photos by Dennis Zanetti For a second year Winter Texans from Alamo Palms RV Resort and Alamo Rec-Veh Park helped Roy Landa, owner of The Landmark on Tower, decorate his half-a- football-sized courtyard, as well as distribute toys to hundreds of children Thursday, December 21. What emerged was a community event that did much more than add a brightly lit and festive holiday atmosphere meant to put smiles on children’s faces. According to The Landmark owner, it wasn’t the children who See BENEFITS pg. 15
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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. town and find the butterfly statues. While in Mercedes, you have boot statues. Port Isabel has dolphins and South Padre Island has turtles and sandcastles. There’s never a dull moment with so many sites to see and things to do. When the weather is good, which we have more good than bad in the Valley, take a walk at one of the nine birding centers spread out in the Valley – From Roma to South Padre Island. You also have a couple of state parks, a butterfly center, a salt lake, a turtle rescue center, and an alligator sanctuary. There’s something for everyone. If you find something we don’t have on our list, let us know so we can follow up and see if it will be of interest and maybe you’ll see it in the publication next year. As always, we appreciate your feedback. We are here to give you the news that you want to see and read. So let us know what you are doing, what you want to see more of, by emailing us at news@wintertexantimes.com. And we love seeing your photos of your activities. Send us a photo, names of those pictured, where you are and maybe you’ll see it in an upcoming issue. --- Rina RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 Kansas Day will be here before you know it and this year’s celebration requires reservations to be made by January 19. The event will be held at Balli’s Social Event Cetner on Wednesday, January 24. Balli’s is located at 1624 E. Griffin Parkway, in Mission. The event starts with registration at 10:30 a.m. followed by a catered lunch, entertainment by Kansas’ own Rusty Rierson (2019 RGV Male Vocalist of the Year), and door prizes. To register for the event, contact Larry Schmitt by email at larrys13@icloud.com. Please include name(s), number of people in your party, phone number, and hometown in Kansas. If you can’t email, call Larry at (913) 369-5669. Tickets are $20 per person and must be paid in cash at the door on the day of event. Reservations must be cancelled by January 21. Kansas Day coming up soon Leslie Blasing, a Valley favorite, will be performing at a Habitat for Humanity fundraiser in Alice on Monday, January 13. The event will be from 6 to 9 p.m. with Leslie performing at 7 p.m. Leslie Blasing’s songs span seven decades of country, classic rock, 50’s and 60’s. South Padre Island has been her home for over 25 years where she has won multiple awards throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Join Leslie and Habitat for Humanity for a night of fun, raffles, entertainment, a silent auction, dancing, and community service. The event will feature BYOB and snacks, set ups available, plus Dale Wilson’s “World Famous” brisket sandwiches available to purchase beginning at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10. Contact Melissa Trevino at Alice Echo News at (361) 396-7222 for ticket sales (cash only). RV parking at the Fairgrounds available for $25 cash per night and includes 30-amp electricity and water hook-ups. It is walking distance to the venue. There is a limited amount of RV spaces. Call Peggy Wilcox at (915) 433-7769 to reserve your space. The event will be held at the Merchants Building at the Jim Wells County Fairgrounds, 3001 S. Johnson St., in Alice, TX. You can also purchase tickets from Leslie Blasing at any of her shows in the Valley between now and the event date. Find her schedule on her Facebook page or lesliepresents.com. Leslie Blasing sings at fundraiser in Alice
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JANUARY 10, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES NomadShrineClub • 1044W. NolanaLoop • Pharr, Texas January 19 & 20 • $5 per person donation Friday 10am – 4pm • Saturday 9am – 4pm ForMore InformationVisit www.rgvwoodcarvers.org Carving Show&Competition: dhorstman17@gmail.com (785) 691-5990 Rally: carvingwithclass@gmail.com (320) 252-7205 January 22 – 27•Monday – Saturday Woodcarving Seminar/Classes •$25 Registration Fee Call For Information • 10 Of The Nation’s Best Instructors Carving Competition Tool Vendors Demonstrations Carving Wood Carving Displays Hourly Door Prizes Lunch Counter Sun, JAN 21 * First Baptist Church, 1600 Boca Chica Blvd., Brownsville 10 am SUN, JAN 21 * Christ Church Of The Valley, 2900 DR. Hugh Emerson, Brownsville 6pm MON, JAN 22 * First Baptist Church, 402 Templeton, Combes 2 pm TUE, JAN 23 * First Baptist Church, 600 S. Kansas, Weslaco 2pm WED, JAN 24 * Valley Baptist Retreat Center 1600 US-83 BUS, Mission 2 & 7 pm THURS, JAN 25 * First Baptist Church, 103 W. Magnolia, La Feria 2 pm FRI, JAN 26 * Llano Event Center, 2402 E. West Blvd., Mercedes 2 & 7 pm *** Free-Will offering received to support world-wide missions (suggested $10 or more) *** For more information contact (903) 436-5410 ** samraythetexans@aol.com *Free-Will offering received to support world-widemissions (suggested $10 ormore)* Formore information contact (903) 436-5410 • samraythetexans@aol.com Sun.,Jan.21 • First Baptist Church, 1600 Boca Chica Blvd., Brownsville • 10 am Sun.,Jan.2 • ri t f ll , Dr.Hugh Emerson,Brownsville • Mon.,Jan.22 • First Baptist Church, 402 Templeton, Combes • 2 pm Tues.,Jan.23 • First Baptist Church, 600 S. Kansas,Weslaco • 2 pm Wed.,Jan.24 • Valley Baptist Retreat Center, 1600 US-83 BUS, Mission • 2 & 7 pm Thurs.,Jan.25 • First Baptist Church, 103W. Magnolia, La Feria • 2 pm Fri.,Jan.26 • Llano Event Center, 2402 E.West Blvd., Mercedes • 2 & 7 pm EVENTS CALENDAR January 4-31 – The Art of Quilting at Weslaco Museum. Join the museum for an exquisite showcase of vintage and contemporary quilts from the museum’s collection. Whether you are a seasoned quilter or simply appreciate the beauty of the craft, this exhibition is not to be missed. Exhibit can be viewed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is located at 500 S. Texas Blvd. January 6 – March 31 – IMAS will host the exhibit Ancient Landscapes of South Texas: Hiding in Plain Sight which illuminates the unique landscape and helps curious minds to understand the natural processes that formed south Texas. Along with the exhibit, a viewing of the documentary will be shown at 3 p.m. on February 3. The museum is located at 1900 W. Nolana Ave. in McAllen. January 11 – Original members of Burlap to Cashmere, Johnny Phillips and Steven Delopoulos, will be performing their brand-new show The Sounds of Silence Tribute at Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499, Harlingen, at 7:30 p.m. For ticket information, visit the association’s website at www. HarlingenConcert.com or call (956) 392-9757. January 11, 12, 13 – PSJA Memorial Early College High School will have their performance of 9 to 5, the Musical, at 7 p.m. They will also have a matinee performance at 2 p.m. on Jan. 13. Admission is $10. It will be held at the Roberto Gomez, Jr. Performing Arts Center, 800 S. Alamo Rd., in Alamo. January 12 – The Senior Ambassadors will welcome the Texas A&M Singing Cadets to the Rio Grande Valley for a performance at the Center Church (formerly Trinity Worship Center), located at 4801 N. Cage Blvd., in Pharr. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the performance will start at 7 p.m. Seating is general admission and the cost for a ticket is a modest $12. Monies raised from the concert will go toward two university scholarships. Tickets can be purchased at Valley Keyboard, 900 Harvey, McAllen or at Coffee Zone Bistro, 1108 McColl Rd. in Edinburg and Coffee Zone Bistro, 701 E. Expressway 83, McAllen (Rio Bank building) or by calling Leonard at (956) 589-5274. Tickets are also available from any member of the Senior Ambassadors. January 13 – 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. January 13 – 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. January 13 – 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. January 13 – Join the Weslaco Museum for their Saturday Speaker Series with Joe Vidales “Soldiers in the Valley” from 2 to 3 p.m. Learn about the National Guard troops patrolling the border from Tijuana to Matamoros. Thousands in the Valley – Why were they activated? Where did they come from? What was their experience? The museum is located at 500 S. Texas Blvd. January 13 – A special program, Our Night Skies, will be held at 7 p.m. at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr., in Mission. The event does require a reservation. Call (956) 5849156 for more information. January 14 – Buena Vida 77 Farmer’s Market will be held at Bannworth Park Pavilion in Mission from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Bannworth Park is located at 1822 N. Shary Rd. January 14 – The RGV Concert Band will have a concert at Aladdin Villas West, in Mission.
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 10, 2024 Valley Star Awards 2023 Entertainer of the Year 2023 Individual or Small Band of the Year The Museum of South Texas History will host Aurelio Manuel Montemayor and Thomas Ray García during the Sunday Speaker Series presentation, “How a South Texas educator transformed the Chicano movement,” at 2 p.m. Sunday, January 14. Montemayor and García will present on their historical memoir, “El Curso de la Raza: The Education of Aurelio Manuel Montemayor.” The authors will share the historical context behind the South Texas Chicano Movement, including firsthand accounts from Montemayor. Key events include the founding of El Curso de la Raza, the founding and the fall of the Colegio Jacinto Treviño, and the role of the Intercultural Development Research Association (IDRA). The authors will also share insights into the writing process for the book and what they hope 21st century readers will take away from Montemayor’s story as an educator-turned-activist. Montemayor is an educator and educational trainer based in San Antonio, Texas. During the Chicano Movement, he co-founded the first accredited Chicano college, Colegio Jacinto Treviño. He also co-founded and co-facilitated the Curso de la Raza, a weekend retreat dedicated to cultivating leadership among men from the barrios. With a career in education spanning five decades, he is currently the developer of the Family Leadership in Education Model for the Intercultural Development Research Association (IDRA). García is a writer, educator, and entrepreneur from Pharr, Texas. He is the author of the award-winning short story collection “The River Runs: Stories,” which centers the Rio Grande as a site of transformation. He serves as the founder and executive director of the College Scholarship Leadership Access Program (CSLAP), a 501(c) (3) nonprofit dedicated to increasing college enrollment rates in Hidalgo County. In 2022, he ran for the State Board of Education in the Democratic primary. Sunday Speaker Series is included in the fee for regular museum admission. FRIENDS of MOSTHistory are admitted free as a benefit of FRIENDship and must present their FRIENDship card at the Admissions Desk. The Museum of South Texas History is located downtown Edinburg at 200 North Closner Boulevard on the Hidalgo County Courthouse square. For more information about MOSTHistory, including becoming a FRIEND, visit MOSTHistory.org, like on Facebook and Instagram, follow on Twitter, find on YouTube or call (956) 383-6911. How a South Texas educator transformed the Chicano Movement Aurelio Manuel Montemayor. Courtesy photo Thomas Ray Garcia. Courtesy photo
JANUARY 10, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 50 Acre RV Park Lazy Palms Ranch, it’s what life is all about. Where the sound of silence is still heard and where the country’s natural splendor has no bounds. Lazy Palms Ranch is the R.V. Ranch you’ll want to call home for a day, a week or for the season. ACTIVITIES: Shuffleboard • Horseshoes • Bocce Ball • Card Games • Live Entertainment Bake and Craft Sales • Pot Lucks • Dominoes • Poker • Pool Tables • Bingo www.lazypalmsranch.com manager@lazypalmsranch.com (956) 383-1020 FEATURES: Large Rv & Park Model Sites • Bird/Natural Life Year Round Game Room • Pool Tables • Walking Trails • Exercise Equipment Pet Friendly • Church Services on Sundays • Pool & Spa Stocked Fishing Pond 50+ Park Community 35100 Lazy Palm Dr. Edinburg, TX 78541 Spacious Country Living At It’s Best! SPECIAL OFFER First Time Guests Pay For 2 Nights Get 3rd Night FREE! Come Check Us Out! Exp. 2/16/2024 Our Guests Make The Difference! SPI CONVENTION CENTER WWW . S P I MA R K E T D A Y S . COM JAN. 26, 27, 28 | FEB 23, 24, 25 Fri.-Sat. 9am-5pm Sun 10am-4pm 27TH ANNUAL SPI MARKET DAYS Best Vendors, Food & Fun! $ 1 A DM I S S I ON Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word. Right now, there are several meetings already taking place. Red Hatters are getting together on at least a monthly basis. 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. Senior Slow Pitch Softball The Senior Slow Pitch Softball group has started practicing. You must be 55 years young and over. They practice at the sports park on Ware and I2, across from the Convention Center. All games are in the morning on Tuesday and Thursday or Monday and Wednesday depending on what group you are in. There will be gloves and bats to use. Ladies welcome. For more information, call Dave at (603) 496-7951 or Fred at (956) 897-6961. 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. NRLCA Retired Insurance Meeting The NRLCA Retired Insurance Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 17, at Victoria Palms Resort Restaurant, 602 N. Victoria Palms Rd., in Donna. Registration is at 8:20 a.m. with the meal at 8:40 a.m., order off the menu. The meeting will follow. The guest speakers will be Lynne Paller, NRLCA Insurance Program Director, Ali Sherrill fromAETNA, and Crystal Lawroski from CVS. Contact Edward Soetaert at (816) 390-6379 for more information. 3M Retirees and Friends Welcome 3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, January 17 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 for 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. Submarine Veterans The Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 18, (every third Thursday of the month through March) at Junction Café, 115 Cage Blvd., in Pharr. For more information, call Larry at (715) 305-0401. Winter Texan PEO Sisters The Winter Texan PEO Sisters are back in town and will have their first meeting on Tuesday, January 23 at 11:30 p.m. It will be held at John Knox Village, 1202 S. Border Ave., #660, in Weslaco. If you have any questions, call Nancy Fratzke, (712) 299-2727. Kanabec County, Minnesota Reunion Anyone interested in Kanabec County, Minnesota are welcome to a reunion at Gatti’s Pizza on January 30 at 11 a.m., 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen. Retired Nurses Luncheon The Annual Retired Nurses’ Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, January 30. All retired RNs and LPNs in the Rio Grande Valley are invited. The event will be held at Peter Piper Pizza, 3101 E. Expressway 83, in See REUNIONS pg. 21
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 10, 2024 FREE CORNDOGS AllYouCanEat! 3201 E. EXP. 83 • DONNA, TX 78537 (956) 464-3378 www.claytonhomesdonna.com Come On Down! of Donna ClaytonHomes See for yourself why Clayton Homes of Donna is the Rio Grande Valley’s #1Mobile Home Retailer Rafe Nora Elias Doug Fowler Javier Bruno Rachel SAT. JAN 27 11AM - 3PM FREE SODA AllYouCanDrink! Joe The Mission Historical Museum Lecture Series presents: Sifting through South Texas Ancient History Stone Tools and Archaeology by F. Nick Morales. Presented on Saturday, January 13 at 11 a.m., admission is free to the public. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. The presentation centers on how geology influenced the manufacturing of lithic tools in South Texas and Northern Mexico and how they are identified and used. Critical to this task will include archaeological methods employed in the collection and documentation of artifacts. Additional information will be presented regarding the Ancients that lived in this area. Morales is a resident geologist of South Texas and Northern Mexico specializing in mineralogy, local geology and lithic (stone) artifacts. As a collector of world-wide minerals and local ancient stone tools, he has undertaken research, along with faculty at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, in the geology and archaeology of this region. A student of geology in the 70’s and participant as well as sponsor of the University Geology Club for over 40 years, his current research projects include identification of minerals from Mexico, lithic tools of the area, documenting, photographing, authoring, and co-authoring of articles on geology and lithic artifacts. The Mission Historical Museum is located at 900 Doherty Avenue, in Mission. They are open Wednesday through Friday, 1 to 4 p.m. and every second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information on this program or any upcoming events contact the museum office at (956) 580-8646, visit www.missionmuseum.org, or follow on Facebook. MHM holds lecture series presentation Retired Nurses Luncheon will be held January 30 The Annual Retired Nurses’ Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, January 30. All retired RNs and LPNs in the Rio Grande Valley are invited. The event will be held at Peter Piper Pizza, 3101 E. Expressway 83, in Weslaco (exit International Blvd./FM 1015, north side of the expressway). Check-in is at 12:30 p.m. with lunch following at 1 p.m. There will be a buffet lunch that includes pizza, breadsticks, salad bar, dessert, and a beverage. A social, announcements and doors prizes will follow. No reservations are required. For more information, call or text Jan Bergman at (956) 532-1223.
JANUARY 10, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 8 WINTER TEXAN TIMES REAL COUNTRY MUSIC Gene Watson SATURDAY, JAN. 27, 2024 Concert starts at 8:00pm General Admission $60 (tax included) Doors open at 6:00pm TICKETS ON SALE AT RIVERSIDE CLUB (CASH ONLY) Presented by: Opening Music Helen Russell & Company 214 East Chimney Rd. Mission 956-581-1033 Come Try Our TEXAS Size Pork Tenderloin RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours OPEN 11-8 Tues-Sun ClosedMonday Covered Cushion Seating Enclosed Windows & Heating NoOutsideBeverages/FoodAllowed Call (956) 581-4477 ReserveNowForCurrentWeekOnly Additional Boatrides Added As Needed Private Tours Available Proudly Serving Our Customers Since 1982 SAME OWNERS Johnny & Jennifer Hart www.ontheriver.net • 214 E. Chimney Rd • Mission, TX Sat. Jan. 20 • 1:00-5:00pm Jolly Huntsmen Polka Band Sundays 1:30-5:30pm Live Music in Event Center Jan. 21 & Feb. 4 Steven May & The Southern Knights Jan. 14 & Jan. 28 Vinyl Spin CashOnly, Price Incl. Tax Seniors - $12 • Adults - $14 2 Hour River Tours (Up River Only) Tues • 10:30am Wed • 10:30am Seniors - $22 • Adults - $26 1 Hour River Tours (Down River) Tues 1:00pm Wed 1:00pm Thurs 1:00pm Fri 1:00pm Sat 1:00pm • • • • • Sat. Jan. 13 • Live Music Gene Watson Opening Act: Helen Russell & Company Sat. Jan. 27 • 8:00pm General Adm. $60.00 Tickets On Sale At Riverside Club Cash Only (956) 581-1033 Riverside In-MissionTx ON THE RIVER 905-801-5302 www.NaomiBristow.com The Singin’ Cowgirl Naomi Bristow Jan 10 • San Juan Gardens, San Juan • 7pm Jan 11 • Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission • 7pm Jan 12 • Eldorado Acres RV Park, Mission • 7pm Jan 13 • Autumn Acres, Brownsville • 7pm Jan 14 • Snow to Sun Resort, Weslaco • 2pm Jan 14 • Paradise South, Mercedes • 7pm Jan 15 • Casa Del Sol, Donna • 7pm Jan 16 • Green Gate Grove, Mission • 7pm Jan 17 • Welcome Home Expo, McAllen • 12:15pm Jan 17 • Bit-O-Heaven, Donna • 6:30pm Jan 18 • Siesta Retirement Village, Weslaco • 7pm Jan 19 • Oleander Acres, Mission • 7pm Jan 20 • Mission West, Palmview • 7pm Jan 21 • Leisure World RV Park, Weslaco • 2pm Jan 21 • Kenwood RV Resort, La Feria • 7pm Jan 22 • Hidden Valley Ranch, Palmview • 6pm Jan 23 • Texas Trails Resort, Pharr • 7pm Jan 24 • Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr • 7pm Jan 25 • Llano Grande Resort, Mercedes • 7pm Jan 26 • Winter Green Estates, Mission • 7pm Jan 27 • The Palms RV Resort, Aransas Pass • 2pm Jan 27 • Lagoons RV Resort, Rockport • 7pm 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, January 10 Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am. All You Can Eat Breakfast - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30-9am, $8pp. 7300 Monroe. Craft Show - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon, Lunch 10:30 to Noon. Craft Sale - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 8am-Noon, Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Craft Sale - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, All crafters are welcome to come and sell their crafts and/or products. $5pp per table rental. Contact Lynn Johnson with any questions or to reserve your tables, 715-417-0320. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Plus Square Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With call Joe Saltel, $5pp. Burger Fry - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm. Musical Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm, Rec Hall, lunch available $. Musicians and listeners welcomed. Gate’s open. 1900 Grace Ave. Country/Variety Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-2:30pm, 215 S. Valley View Rd. Country Music Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 1-3:30pm, Food served from 11:00 - 12:30 before the Jam. Participants and spectators are welcome. 300 S. Bryan Rd. Jam Music Session - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Come to play/sing or just listen. BYOB and snacks. All welcome. Open Acoustic Jam - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 1:30-3:30pm, Whether you love to play music, dance, or just listen, you’re invited to our Open Acoustic Jam every Wednesday afternoon. Everyone is welcome! Karaoke - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 3-6pm, Open to the public. No charge, dinner served for fee. Social Hour - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 3-5pm, Regan James, pass the hat. Come join us and dance to your favorite songs. Kitchen open, free ice. Office: 956969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Horse Races - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 3:30-5:30pm, Down On The Farm Horse Racing followed by “Hobo” dinner. Happy Hour - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, Live music rotating each week. Snacks for sale as well as our homemade pizza. Rock & Roll Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, With the Esquiers. Mission Bell Ballroom. Biscuit/Sausage Gravy & Pancake Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30-6pm, Serving all you care to eat: biscuits and sausage 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 JANUARY 10, 2024 ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM ROCK & ROLL JAM DANCES • 7-10PM SINGLES ARE WELCOME Jan 12 • Retro Rockers • $10/$12 at door Jan 19 • Texas Storm Band • $10/$12 at door Every Other Thursday • 12:30pm Wednesday Breakfast • 7:30am Monday Night Meals • 4:30pm Thursday Lunches • 11am Jan 17 • Abundance Quartet • $10/$12 at door Jan 23 • McAllen H.S. Jazz & Mariachi • Donations Jan 24 • J Michael Lafferty • $10/$12 at door MEALS Jan 13 • 8am-Noon Breakfast & Lunch Available CRAFT SHOW HAPPY HOUR • 3:30-5:30PM Feb 1 • Buck Hollow Band • Tips 956-585-0703 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive • Palmview Paula McSpadden Activity Director ALL EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC BlueBonnet RV Resort Get Ready For A Good Time! HAPPY HOUR DANCE LESSONS 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Rd. Mission, TX. 78574 Phone:(956)598-6004 A Division of Wi lder Corporat ion Every Monday • 10am • No Charge CRAFT SALE Saturday, Feb. 3 • 8am-12pm Saturday, Jan. 20 • 4-6pm • PTH Jonathan Marshall PARK WIDE SALE Saturday, Jan. 13 • 8am-12pm ENTERTAINMENT Friday, Jan. 12 • 7pm• $9 Helen Russell Wednesday, Jan. 17 • 4pm• $5 Fabulous FeudGame Show Friday, Jan. 19 • 7pm• $9 MayhemComedy Show Thursday, Jan. 25 • 7:30pm• $9 Goldwing Express KARAOKE Every Wednesday • 3-6pm No Charge. Food Available. 1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008 CHURCH SERVICE Sundays • 9 am SQUARE DANCE WITH JOE SALTEL Fridays • 10 am - 12 pm • $5 DANCES Saturdays • 7 - 10 pm Texas Wheels • $8 Wed. Jan. 10 • 7-10 pm Cruisers • $10 Wed. Jan. 17 • 7-10 pm Can-Am • $9 ENTERTAINMENT Sun. Jan. 14 • 6:30-9 pm Dave Perryman • $8 Wed. Jan. 24 • 7-9 pm Jason Whorlow • $10 Fri. Jan. 26 • 7-9 pm Gold Wing Express • $10 . t n . l h e y y e s e e r l e For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM gravy, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, applesauce, and coffee. Bring your own table service. $7pp. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83 Pre-Rounds - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-7pm, With Nancy & Dewayne Baldwin, Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement system available. Subject to change without notice. Evening Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, With Speaker Knute Larson. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 7pm, Vintage, $8pp. Dance - Golf View Estates, Mission, 7-9:30pm, The Lockhart’s, $9pp. Everyone welcome! 7424 Couples Circle. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Cruisers, $10pp. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Rewind, $12pp advance/$15pp at the door. Come join us and relive LIVE, with the band REWIND, the best hits of the 50’s and 60’s! Pull out those Poodle Skirts and Saddle Shoes, (if you have them), to dance the night away. 2801 Harrison. MS/Plus Square Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-9pm, With Jan & Ron Betzelberger, Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement system available. Subject to change without notice. Casual attire. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, Bruce Boudreau, $8pp. 4900 N. McColl Rd. Entertainment - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 7-8:10pm, Mark Merchant - Ventriloquist, $8pp at the door. Concessions available. 100 N. Valley View Rd. Thursday, January 11 Craft Sale - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 8am-Noon, $5 per table. All You Can Eat Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, Pancakes, eggs, sausages, waffles and a hot cup of coffee. Bring your own table service. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St. Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 9am, Come enjoy some great music. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 10am. Advanced Square Dance Workshop - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With caller Joe Saltel, $5pp. Thursday Lunches - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am. Country & Gospel Jam - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 11:30am-3pm, Free admission. Jam starts at 12:30 p.m. Lunch available from 11:30 am to 12:30 p.m. Sandwiches, snacks, and beverages available for purchase. Jam Lunch - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 11:30am1pm, $10pp. Open from 11:30 a.m. until food runs out. Come early and bring your friends! Office: 956969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Rock N Roll Jam Session - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 12:30pm, 1645 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Country Jam - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Open to all musicians. Office: 956-9693740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 1-3pm, Hosted by Rusty Rierson in the ballroom. Happy Hour - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 2-4pm, Buck Hollow, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 3-5pm, Rusty Rierson, tips. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $4pp, all you can eat, free seconds. Bring a dish with a cover. 6 flavors homemade soup. Bring your own bowls, table service, BYOB, snacks. Dessert for sale. Jam Session - Victoria Palms ReSee PARKS pg. 10
JANUARY 10, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Activities: 956-585-4833 RV & MH RESORT MISSION BELL TRADE WINDS Mission Bell - 1711 E Business Hwy 83 ~ MISSION, TX ~ Tradewinds RV Resort - 1005 N Stewart Rd DANCES • MB REC HALL Thursdays • Texas Wheels 7pm-10pm • $8 Jan 13 • Ron Moshier 7pm-10pm • $8 CRAFT SHOW • 8AM-12PM Jan 15 • 8am-12pm Donuts & concessions available in MB Ballroom JAMS Thursdays • Country 1pm-3pm Hosted by Rusty Rierson • MB Ballroom Fridays • Country 6pm-8pm Tradewinds Hall Jan 10 & 24 • Rock &Roll 4pm-6pm With the Esquiers • MB Ballroom CHURCH SERVICE • MB REC HALL Sundays • 9:30am With Pastor Bill Wade. All Welcome. ENTERTAINMENT Jan 16 • Abundance Quartet 7pm-9pm • $10 Jan 20 • Rusty Rierson 7pm-9pm • $9 Line Dancing Bluegrass Jam Entertainment RC Cars Cowboy Church - Goldwing Express Free Will Offering Sat. Jan. 13 • 9:30-10:30am Naomi Bristow • $8 Sun. Jan. 21 • 7-9:30pm Fridays • 1:30 Tuesdays • 1:30 Mondays • 9:30am 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 sort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free. Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Public welcome. 2401 N. Abram Rd. Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8pm. RC Racing - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6pm, Track Shack opens at 4 p.m., racing at 6 p.m. Big Band/Country Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, Open to the public. Contact: Myra Almen, 254-449-4568. Dance - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $9pp. Theme dance! No siesta! Fiesta! Dress in your best Fiesta wear! No outside beverages, coolers, or insulated cups permitted. Refreshments and snacks can be purchased in the Palm Shadows lounge. Deena, 956-597-6900. 200 N. Va Verde Rd. Evening Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, With Speaker Knute Larson. Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Naomi Bristow “The Yodeling Cowgirl”, $9pp. You won’t want to miss this fun and entertaining show. Gate open 6:30 - 7:15. Call 763-360-8770 if other entrance time needed. Entertainment - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, Goldwing Express, $10pp advance/$12pp at the door. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, The Baker Family, $9pp. High energy show - bluegrass, gospel, and classic country. Concessions available. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. MB Ballroom. Dinner available beforehand. Concessions & BYOB. Friday, January 12 Plus Square Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am-Noon, With caller Joe Saltel, $5pp. Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:302:30pm. Rock and Roll Jam - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 12:30-2:30pm, Host George Bowers. Lunch starts at 11 a.m. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30pm, Lunch served from 11-12:30 for nominal fee. Desserts available at break. Come enjoy this popular jam or sign up to sing. All musicians welcome. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Rock and Roll Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-2:30pm, Snack Bar opens at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Everyone is invited. Bring your instrument and participate or just come to enjoy the music and fellowship. Music Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Public is welcome to come and join in! Bring your instruments and your singing voices. Coffee, raspberry tea, and cookies will be available for donation. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. RC Cars - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm. Fish Dinner - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish with slaw, french fries, and tea or coffee. Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6-9pm, Audience participation. Donation. Al Barnes Building. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, Tradewinds Hall. Snacks available ($). Entertainment - TropicWinds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-8:30pm, 3 Fools On 3 Stools, $10pp advance/$12pp door. Big Band & Country Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 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 10, 2024 TicketsGoOnSale January2024 FEB. 21 • 1 - 4 PM Lunch Available 12 - 1 PM Mission Bell Resort 1711 E. Bus. 83 - Mission BringingYou SixGreat WintertainersTM SAVE THEDATE Valley Star AWARDSSHOW 11thAnnual F E B 21 2024 2300 E. Bus Hwy 83, Weslaco, TX www.magicvalleypark.com Jan 19 – Hot Rodz – $10 Feb 2 – Steven May and the Southern Knights – $8 Set up available. BYOB. Feb 9 – Rewind – $10 Dances • 7-10pm January 27 – 8am-1pm Park Yard Sale Contact Rose Radford (204) 937-7496 or Rose Masyk (956) 733-1187 for tickets or info Magic Valley Resort Jan 23, 3-4:30pm Bruce Boudreau – Pass the hat Feb 13, 3:30-5pm Ruthie – Pass the hat Happy Hour Bibleville Conference Grounds 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Alamo, Tx 78516 (956) 787-2024 email: bibleville@riogrande.edu 3 Heath Brothers Saturday Concert 2pm & 7pm Check Program Schedule Changes Bibleville.Conference.Grounds riogrande.edu These boys love to sing! You won’t want to miss their tight harmony, passion for God, and youthful energy. They demonstrate you are never too young to give all you have to God. Concert •January 13, 2024 BIBLEVILLE Conference Grounds BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna,TX 78537 SUSANTHOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 ENTERTAINMENT Jan 14, 1 pm • Abundance Quartet • $10 Jan 17, 7 pm • Naomi Bristow • $8 Ice cream bars for sale. TUESDAYS • HAPPYHOUR • 3-5PM PASS THE HAT Jan 16 • Regan James Jan 23 • Night Ryders Jan 30 • Curt James Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, BYOB, 50/50 door prizes. FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10PM Jan 12 • Burnin’ Ember • $8 Jan 19 • The Agency • $10 Jan 26 • The Rovers • $10 Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, 50/50 door prizes. THURSDAYS • SOUPSUPPER • 4:30PM $4 All You Can Eat, free seconds. Bring a dish with a cover. 6 flavors homemade soup. Bring your own bowls, table service, BYOB, snacks. Dessert for sale. WEDNESDAYS Cowboy Church with Goldwing Express 9am • Free Will Donation Jam Session • 1-3pm. Come to play/sing or just listen. BYOB & snacks. All welcome. 7-9pm, Musicians by invitation only! Contact Roger Steiger, 507273-3895. 200 N. Va Verde Rd. Evening Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, With Speaker Knute Larson. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, The Fabulous Cruisers, $10pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Retro Rockers, $10pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Texas Storm, $8pp. Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, We’ll provide one of the biggest dance floors in the RGV. You bring your dance shoes and your friends! Diego & Edith will bring a wide variety of tunes and the good times! Setups available. BYOB. $10pp. Friday Night Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels Band, $8pp. Friendship Hall. Concessions $, park gate open. Tickets in advance and at the door. Info and tickets: Activity Office 956-425-7448. 1900 Grace Ave. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Burnin’ Ember - country, $8pp. Entertainment - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Helen Russell, $9pp. Concessions available. Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Rico Cantu - Sea Cruise theme, $8pp. Boarding time 7 PM (6:30 PM) – 10 PM. Pictures at our Photo booth with Cruise Ship. Bring extra cash for fun Raffle and prizes. So, get your Cruise Ship outfit on and join the fun! Call Dawn Strong, 612-308-2655 for Tickets. 2712 S. International Blvd. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Mayhem, $9pp. High energy comedian and entertainer. 2801 Harrison. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, The Night Ryders, $8pp. Winter Texan band playing variety of music, enjoy a great night of music and dancing. BYOB. Concessions and setups available. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Curt James, $8pp. 50/50 and ice cream at intermission. Entertainment - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7pm, Mark Merchant, $8pp. Tribute Show - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Dave Perryman & The Country Review, $8pp at the door. Dance - Heritage Square, Mission, 7-10pm, The Chamberlin’s and Southern Express, $8pp at the door. Snacks and refreshments available for purchase or bring your own. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 300 S. Bryan Rd. Entertainment - Lazy Palm Ranch, Edinburg, 7pm, B&R Comedy Hypnosis, $8pp. Hypnotists. BYOB. Saturday, January 13 Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am. 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. Saturday Morning Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, Pancakes, egg bake, and biscuits with sausage gravy, coffee, $6pp. Tail Gate Sale - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8am-Noon, Parking lot in front of Activity Building or Bull Pen. Craft Show - Palmera Heights Park, La Feria, 8am-Noon, Refreshments available, new vendors welcome. Contact Kay, 920-650-1920, or Jeannie, 303-478-2117. 1205 N. Palmera Dr. Patio Sale - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 8am-Noon. Park Wide Sale - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon. Craft Fair - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 9am-Noon, Free admission. 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 10, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 12 WINTER TEXAN TIMES TRANSPORT • Sales & Installations • Vinyl Skirting & Tie Downs • Custom Steps made of Wood & Metal • Door & Windows • Plumbing & Electric • Used Mobile Homes Sales Financing Available petecotransport@gmail.com Ph: (956) 787-2847 or (956) 787-0413 We Buy Mobile Homes 2911 N Cesar Chavez Rd. San Juan, TX 78589 Family Owned & Operated Over 30 Years Supply &Hardware Mobile Home Special Orders Available Ask about our daily Manager Specials! PETECO, INC. 2911 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. San Juan, TX 78589 956-787-2847 petecotransport@gmail.com We Do Tie-Down Certification SAVE 10% OFF Your Entire Purchase When You Bring In This Ad *Conditions apply, see store for details. Offer expires March 31, 2024. Beginner Lessons - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-11am, With Nancy & Dewayne Baldwin, Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement system available. Subject to change without notice. Square Dance Review - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-11am, With Ron & Jan Betzelberger. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Cowboy Church - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 9:30-10:30am, Goldwing Express, free will offering. 1201 N. Main St. 956-797-1851. Saturday Lunch - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30pm, All welcome to play or listen to an afternoon of good music. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. Country Jam - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 12:30-2:30pm, Host George Bowers. Lunch served 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm, Heath Brothers. Loteria - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6pm. Bingo - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 6:30-9:30pm, Card sales from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. $1 per card. This includes all games played. Additional cost for horses & 50/50. Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. No outside food or beverages. Dinner is served from 5-6 p.m. Menu varies weekly and you must sign up prior at Pharr South. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-9pm, The Warman Trio, $9pp. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Heath Brothers. Show - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 7pm, Abundance Quartet, $10pp. Dance - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 7-10pm, Randy Webb, $8pp. Saturday Night Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Kenaston Family Band, $8pp. Friendship Hall. Concessions $, park gate open. Tickets in advance and at the door. Info and tickets: Activity Office 956-425-7448. 1900 Grace Ave. Entertainment - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, Mark Merchant, $9pp. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7-10pm, DJ Roland, $5pp. Playing oldies, country, and rock and roll. 2801 Harrison. Dance - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith - variety, $8pp. Peppermint Palace. Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-10pm, Night Howlers, $10pp. Concessions available, free ice. Entertainment - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 7pm, Bruce Boudreau Music, $7pp. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Dinner available beforehand. Concessions & BYOB. Mission Bell Ballroom. Entertainment - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 7-10pm, Blue Wolf, $8pp. Instrumental husband and wife team, performing country and rock and roll. They will engage the audience and keep your toes tapping, you will not be disappointed! BYOB, concession open, 50/50 raffle. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, Draft, $10pp. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Snack bar open. Sunday, January 14 Church - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 8:15am, Non-denominational. Worship Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 8:30-9:30am, All are welcome to our Interdenominational Service. Fellowship follows service. Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8:30am. Bible Studies & Prayer - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9am, In the Activity Hall. Cowboy Church - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 9am, Gold Wing Express, donation. Worship Service - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 9am, Non-denominational service open to all. PARKS From pg. 11 See PARKS pg. 17
13 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 10, 2024 BRIDGE OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY 365 DAYS A YEAR Come Experience the In Nuevo Progreso Visit Our Southern Neighbor Never been to Mexico? You don’t know what you’re missing! Nuevo Progreso is welcoming and FUN! Visitors can enjoy from a variety of restaurants and artisan vendors or seek services from a number of certified medical and dental professionals. 956-580-3370 Serving Valleywide for 35 years Sales • Parts • Rentals • Onsite Service Easy Ride Golf Cars Drive Around In Your Brand New Golf Cart Today! ezridegolfcars@sbcglobal.net www.easyridegolfcars.com 2508 W. Interstate Hwy 2 Mission, TX 78572 COME IN &MAKE AN OFFER Used Ezgo RXV priced at $2,000 Inventory reduction on all used and new cars billiards, poker, hearts, bowling, bridge, bike tours, bingo, pickleball, painting, volleyball, table tennis, jigsaw puzzles, bean bag toss, race walk, and a few others. Different events are offered each week now through February 24. There is a registration fee for almost every event. Fees and registration must be received one week prior to each event unless otherwise noted. Participants may register at Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St.; Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Ave.; or Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd. There is also online registration available at mcallenparks. net/golden-age-olympics/. You can find full details online by going to mcallenparks.net. There is a park versus park competition. Each RV park will compete for this unique award. Points are awarded for playing in individual events. In team events, 75% of players must be from the same park to receive points. In addition to awards in individual events, points are awarded for participants finishing in first through third place. Overall Olympians are determined as the male and female participant with the most points. Participants finishing overall in first through third place will be awarded. Medals will be awarded at the end of each competition. Results for some events may require additional time. An awards ceremony will be held on Wednesday, February 28 at Lark Community Center. Admission for that event is $3 per person and must be purchased in advance. In addition to the other awards, there will also be a Golden Age Olympics Hall of Fame award. This award honors and recognizes participants that promote the benefits of active, productive, and purposeful living. Up to one male and female is inducted each year. Nominees must be age 50 or older and a participant of the golden Age Olympics at least 10 years. Posthumous nominations are accepted. Nominations are available at the Parks and Recreations Administration Office. Deadline for nominations is Friday, February 14. Recognition will take place at the February 28 awards ceremony. The McAllen Parks and Recreation office has recently moved to their new facilities at 2001 Trophy Drive. For any other information or questions, call (956) 681-3333. OLYMPICS From pg. 1 If you are a red hatter and want to join in on the fun at their annual Festival of Tables, your deadline to get tickets is January 15. Tickets are $25 each. The actual event will be held on Tuesday, February 6. The event will be held at Victoria Palms Resort, 3309 E. Interstate 2, in Donna. Lunch will be held at noon. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. For hostesses, doors will open at 6 a.m. for setup. Tickets can be purchased by making a check payable to Sharon Newcomer and mailing it with a stamped self-addressed envelope to 1402 S. Border Ave., Unit #780, Weslaco, TX 78596-7465. She can also be contacted by phone at (414) 9153874. You can also contact Sandra Funk at (608) 432-1440. Festival of Tables deadline approaching Golden Age Olympics Billiards, 2018. Photo by Henry Miller
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