Valley Star AWARDS SHOW 13TH Annual Brought to you by Find show ticket outlets on Page 28 Complete the ballot on Page 15 Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 37, No. 14 © 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, January 17, 2024 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 From the Cheap Seats p 18 Taste of the Valley p 21 Classifieds p 24 Coupon Index p 24 Business Guide p 25 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 19 Wow, it’s been a cold one. Monday really hit hard this week, didn’t it? It might be a little cold, but at least we don’t have to shovel snow, and it doesn’t last very long. Unfortunately, it does mean that we usually stay inside when it’s like this. We don’t tend to venture out – at all. We had one of our writers trying to cover some Golden Age Olympics events. He showed up to a shuffleboard event on Monday morning, and no one showed up to play. Apparently, no one wanted to play out in the cold. I don’t blame them though. I would rather be at home, snuggled in a warm blanket watching a movie or something than outside in the cool air. This is when it’s a good time to have an extra puzzle or two on hand to work on. But…. We have warmer weather to look forward to in the near future. Projections are for another little cold spell on Friday and then getting back to some more normal temperatures so you can get back outside for your golf, shuffleboard, and RC racing. The 13th Annual Valley Star Awards will be held at Mission Bell Resort on Wednesday, February 21. The show will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. with an intermission. Mission Bell will have lunch available for attendees for a small price before the show at 12 p.m., or just get there early to save a seat up front. This year’s lineup, as always, includes some Winter Texan favorites, including some of those that have See VSA pg. 19 13th Valley Star Awards is February 21 Valley Star Awards, 2020. Photo by Henry Miller Caution, Carving can be addictive Beginning in October a dedicated group of Winter Texans and local carvers begin gathering at the Nomad Shrine Club in Pharr. Carvers come together to visit, carve, and rekindle old friendships. Meetings are every Thursday from 8 a.m. till Noon at 1044 Nolana Loop in the Nomad Shrine Club Building from October through March. The club has a long history in the Valley dating back to 1983. Carving club members come from as far away as New York, Minnesota, WisconSee CARVING pg. 17 Courtesy photo
JANUARY 17, 2024 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. By Herb Moering Several thousand Winter Texans took advantage of nice weather to inspect the latest in RV fifth wheels, motor homes, boats and 4-wheelers on opening day, Jan. 11, of the 17th annual Ron Hoover RV & Marine Center Open House in Donna. Visitors were treated to free hotdogs and soft drinks along with chances to win door prizes and a grand prize in a drawing at the end of both afternoons of the open house. The grand prizewinners were Luis Lopez, who chose the four-wheeler; and Dan and Sherry Zirnhelt from Forman, North Dakota, who chose the enclosed utility trailer. Not only did the event continue to support the South Texas Juvenile Diabetes Association with donations and vendor entry fees, but they also granted a wish this year through the Make-A-Wish Foundation. They were able to send a young girl and her family to Disney World. While some Winter Texans came to see the latest trailers, Sharon Eck, from Paradise South RV Park in Mercedes, said she and her husband, Dave, were looking to upgrade to a new fifth wheel. The couple was on their first visit to the Hoover center. This is the couple’s second season in the Valley, and they were loving it. The Ecks came in 2022 from Duluth, MN because of friends being here, “which is nice to have someone you know.” She’s found people to be open and easy to know. They enjoy the music opportunities with happy hours and concerts. They bike, but haven’t done much, except for a ride on South Padre Island. Sharon said she did the “polar plunge” at the Island, but only up to her ankles. This is the first season of venturing out more than just their park activities. Steve Sellnow and wife, Connie Henry, were also first-time visitors to the open house. The couple staying at Paradise Park Inc. in McAllen came from St. Cloud, MN in 2019. Steve said he enjoyed winter activities up north like snowmobiling and ice fishing. He said they played pickleball in Minnesota and they are trying it out here. Connie said she enjoys the social activities. Steve said there is a lot of fellowship to be enjoyed along with card playing and Bible studies. Dean and Kathy Mennen, from Medford, MN, and Dave and Pat Snyder, from Kearney, NEB, were neighbors at Trophy Gardens RV Resort in Alamo, which led to their friendship. This was the second year for the Mennens to come to the open house. They first came south in 2018, visiting some cousins in the Valley for a week and then two months the next year. They found the people friendly, Kathy said, and welcoming. They pretty much like everything, including the Santa Anna Wildlife Refuge. The Snyders, who had been to the open house for the past three years, Ron Hoover Open House continues to be a success Some neighbors from Trophy Gardens RV Resort, (from left) Dave and Pat Snyder and Dean and Kathy Mennen, took time to check out some fifth wheel trailers at the open house on Thursday. Photo by Herb Moering See HOOVER pg. 20
3 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 17, 2024 MOBILE HOME INSURANCE HIDALGO COUNTY We Also Insure PARK MODELS • TRAVEL TRAILERS MOTORHOMES • GOLF CARTS • “CASITAS” 5TH WHEELS • AUTOS • MOTORCYCLES Galvan Insurance Agency, Inc. 1101 East Business 83 Donna, TX 1 1/2 milesWest of Don-Wes Flea Market www.galvaninsuranceagency.com *Premium subject to carrier underwriting. Rate subject to change. *$284.00per year. Conditions Apply. As Low as Plan Covers: Fire, Lightning, Explosion, Smoke, Wind (Hurricane, Tornadoes), Hail, Riot & Civil Commotion, Land & Air Vehicles... Also Includes $100,000 Liability Coverage. Flood Coverage Available Call or Come See Us 956-464-2886 The 27th Annual SPI Market Days will be held on South Padre Island from January 26 to 28 and February 23 to 25. This indoor event will take place at the South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. Event hours are Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is only $1 and Children 12 and under are free. This unique venue will host vendors with original art, handmade jewelry, gourmet food and drink mixes, a variety of specialty booths, health and beauty products, pet items, home décor and goods, custom hand-cut metal art, textiles, tools, wine products, handbags, fashionable clothing, shoes and hats, and local restaurant and businesses offering their goods and services. Visit and shop amongst a large collection of artisans in one location. Vendors are both local and from all over the US bringing you the best quality items. There will be hourly door prizes, live music by Brooks Ausborn, food, fun, and lots of shopping. Bring a friend and come get your dose of vitamin sea while you shop. For more information, please visit www.spimarketdays.com. An RGV tradition continues For 28 years Winter Texans have filled Our Savior Lutheran Church in McAllen to join them in worshipping the Lord by singing polka melodies of familiar hymns. Previous events have included “Beer Barrel Polka” played to the words of the hymn “Come Let Us Worship,” and “The Happy Wanderer” to the hymn “He Lives.” The annual polka service has always been scheduled for the fourth Sunday in January and relates to the church calendar’s epiphany date. Originally the popular service with the Winter Texans was held in the church gym with three services to accommodate as many as 1,400 members and visitors from other churches. The past few years, the event has been held in the sanctuary, as it will be held this year. The event is slated for Sunday, January 28, at 9:30 a.m. A free will offering will be collected. The church will also be having their annual rummage sale in their gym next month, on February 9 and 10, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The church is located at 1105 W. Fern Ave. Call (956) 631-6121 for more information. McAllen church holds annual polka worship SPI Market Days. Courtesy photo Polka Worship, 2022. Photo by Herb Moering
JANUARY 17, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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. an. • irst 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 1341 W. Business Hwy. 83 • Alamo, TX 78516 Call (956) 787-7571 or (956) 780-7571 http://www.alamopalms.com • FREE ADMITTANCE • Drawing prizes totaling over $1000 • LUNCH with Nana’s Tacqueria (Lonches), Willie’s Original BBQ (Brisket Sandwiches), Gabriel’s (Pasta Salad & Housemade Chips), Manjar Bakery (Cinnamon Glazed Donuts), plus more! • FREE Computer Problem Diagnosis by RGVgeeks (Bring in your laptop to have it tested) • FREE fingernail painting (gel) • Dog Toenail Trimming ($7 fee) Note: Special Entrance -- Dogs NOT allowed in Main Hall • Special RC prize worth $$$ for park w/highest attendance (by percentage) • MUCH MORE! ... could get any better! Sat., Jan. 27 (10 a.m. - 1 p.m.) WINTER TEXANS can enjoy being EXPOsed to 50 of the BEST business owners and health experts in the Valley! We don’t know how our ... AlAmo PAlms RV ResoRt’s 1st AnnuAl WINTER TEXAN EXPO BUSINESS & HEALTH 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 19 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will hold Campfire Music at 5 p.m. The event requires a reservation. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Pal Dr., Mission. Call (956) 584- 9156 for more information. January 20 – The McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run will take place with a marathon, half-marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids Final Mile, starting at the McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Blvd., with runs starting at 7 a.m. Register online by January 19 by visiting www. mcallenmarathon.com. January 20 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host S’More History at 3 p.m. the event requires a reservation. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Pal Dr., Mission. Call (956) 584- 9156 for more information. January 20 – 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 20 – 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 20 – 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 20 – McAllen Public Library will host UFO Encounters of the Close Kind at 1 p.m. UFO researchers and authors, Noe Torres, Stephen Andrasko and Bill Forson, Director of RGV MUFON will discuss cases of reported sighting at the main Library on 23rd and Nolana. January 21 – 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 21 – The RGV Concert Band will have a concert at Ranchero Village in Weslaco. January 23 – The Native Plant Project’s speaker of the month will be Joey Santore who will discuss on how to ‘kill your lawn’ to install native plant gardens, rare plants of the Valley, and more. The event will be held at the Valley nature Center, 301 S. Border St. in Weslaco, at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit http://www.nativeplantproject.org. January 24 – Kansas Day will be held – Reservations should have been made by January 19. The event will be held at the Balli’s Social Event Center, 1624 E. Griffin Parkway, in Mission, starting at 10:30 a.m. Contact Larry Schmitt by email at larrys13@icloud.com or call (913) 369-5669. January 24 – McAllen Main Library on 23rd and Nolana will host Enclosing the Fictions – Sorting Through the History and Distortions of the Holocaust, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Join J.E. Wolfson, PhD, State Coordinator of Education of the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, andAntisemitism Advisory Commission as he discusses the history and misconceptions of the Holocaust.
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 17, 2024 Valley Star Awards 2023 Entertainer of the Year 2023 Individual or Small Band of the Year While the Lone Star Jubilee shows are certainly filled with inspiration, fun and laughter, they also perform for a purpose. They have a ministry to support that keeps them doing what they love – entertaining, inspiring, and giving. Sam Ray, who first started performing at Dallas Christian College with the Master’s Four in 1971 moved to Branson in 1983 and changed their name to the Texans. They are now a full-time trio comprised of Sam, wife Brenda, and son Curtis. They began their full-time traveling ministry in 1999, performing more than 300 concerts a year. They have shared their stage with speakers like TD Jakes, Charles Stanely, Jerry Falwell, Tim Lahaye, and many more. Today, they might have gone down to 200 or so concerts a year, but they serve the same purpose, to help missions at home and around the world. They do this by singing gospel and putting on comedy skits at their shows. It is sure to be an evening of soul-stirring music, great comedy, and hand-clapping enjoyment for all. The group has traveled over 39,000 miles in the US, helping with senior adult low-cost housing, summer camps for adults and children, and fundraising for mission projects around the world. They have helped out in other countries by providing churches, feeding centers, schools, clothes, and other necessities. The Texans will be returning later this month for six concerts in the Rio Grande Valley. Along with Sam Ray and the Texans, bass vocalist David Little and Duke Mason will also be performing in this year’s Lone Star Jubilee. Duke Mason is a special performer because of his unique height of only 46 inches. However, his talent and charismatic personality bring a respect and dignity to his singing that only a few are chosen to have. Mason sings, plays guitar, keyboard, bass, and drums. Oklahoma’s David Little is known for his deep voice. He formerly sang with the Schaefer Brothers quartet. The Texans have won several awards in Branson and have also won a Valley Star Award for Gospel Group of the Year. A freewill offering of $10 is suggested at the show. No one will be turned away if they cannot pay. For information call (903) 436-5410 or email samraythetexans@aol.com. Their Valley schedule is as follows: Sun., Jan. 21, 10 a.m. – First Baptist Church, 1600 Boca Chica Blvd., Brownsville Sun., Jan. 21, 6 p.m. – Christ Church of the Valley, 2900 Dr. Hugh Emerson, Brownsville Mon., Jan. 22, 2 p.m. – First Baptist, 402 Templeton, Combes Tues., Jan. 23, 2 p.m. – First Baptist Church, 600 S. Kansas, Weslaco Wed., Jan. 24, 2 & 7 p.m. – Valley Baptist Retreat Center, 1600 US-83 Bus., Mission Thurs., Jan. 25, 2 p.m. – First Baptist Church, 103 W. Magnolia, La Feria Fri., Jan. 26, 2 & 7 p.m. – Llano Event Center, 2402 E. West Blvd., Mercedes Lonestar Jubilee performs for a mission The Texans. Courtesy photo
JANUARY 17, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 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 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. PEO Magic Valley Retirement Group The PEO Magic Valley Retirement Group will meet at the home of Connie Garrels on Tuesday, January 23, at 11:30 a.m. Please RSVP to Connie at (402) 641 0125. She will give you directions to her home and other information for the meeting. We look forward to seeing you then. 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. 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. For more information, call or text Jan Bergman at (956) 532-1223.
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 17, 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 Although he is widely known for his The Gambler Show, Rick McEwen is much more than just the gambler. He sings, strums, cracks jokes, and tell stories about his childhood. He entertains them all. He has fun with what he does, and it shows at all of his performances. Rick says he enjoys performing for Winter Texans because of their love of traditional music…. and that they love to dance. He likes seeing audience members enjoying his shows by dancing, clapping, smiling from their seats. He is most known for his Kenny Rogers music, even though he has been told he looks like an older Elvis. He doesn’t only perform Kenny Rogers songs though. You can find him singing some Waylon Jennings, George Jones, and even Loretta Lynn. He can add that twang in his voice when needed, or just sing out the good ole country ballad. He has been entertaining for 45 years. He has spent most of those years performing Branson music shows where he entertains people from California to London and from Northern Canada to Mexico. He currently performs his Gambler show in Branson during the summer months. His performing has earned him a Traditional Music Hall of Fame membership. Rick is the producer of the Branson Terry Awards. He has performed with Waylon Jennings, Glen Campbell, George Jones, Loretta Lynn, Earl Scruggs, Jim Stafford, and Gene Watson. He shares stories of performing with other artists like the time he was the featured singer for Jim Statler or performed as the Country Ozark Boys. He has also opened for a lot of artists during his time. He also has three sons that he is very proud of. He says singing and performing has been the drive of his life. He sings every style – country, Rock N Roll, big songs and ballads, classic rock, bluegrass and rhythm and blues. He plans on singing as long as he can. At a recent performance he shared his love for Veterans and how he was recently honored to become an Honorary Wolfhound. When he can, he dedicates a lot of his time to doing shows for Veterans. He takes time to listen to their stories – the good and the not so good. He said he is continually honored and blessed to be able to honor those that have served. Be careful, he is known for asking for volunteers to perform duets with him as well, but it always makes for an exciting, fun show. At the show we went to he ended it with Kenny Rogers’ “You Can’t Make Old Friends.” Then he had to loosen everyone up by performing YMCA. If you like a lot of country, and a little bit of rock n roll, be sure to check Rick out at any of his upcoming shows. He also performs a few more times at Mustang Lounge. You can find his full schedule online at rickmcewen.com or on Facebook at Rick McEwen Entertainer. Betting on The Gambler is a guaranteed good time Rick McEwen. Photo by Carina Brunson
JANUARY 17, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 8 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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. 28 & Feb. 11 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. 27 • 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 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 Line Dancing Bluegrass Jam Entertainment RC Cars Naomi Bristow • $8 Sun. Jan. 21 • 7-9:30pm Mark Merchant • $10 Sun. Jan. 28 • 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. 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 17 Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am. 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. Rock & Roll Jam - Wagon City North, Mission, 1-3pm, Open to everyone, contact 956-683-5888. 2905 N. Conway. Jam Music Session - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Come to play/sing or just listen. BYOB and snacks. All welcome. Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 1-3pm, 2100 Vernon. 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! School Supply Drive - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1:30-3pm, Everyone is welcome to make a donation to help out our local schools. Please drop off any donations in the parking lot between 1:30-3 p.m. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Happy Hour - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, Live music rotating each week. Snacks for sale as well as our homemade pizza. Happy Hour - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 4-6pm, The Buck Hollow Band, pass the hat. Open to the public, popcorn and drinks available. 715 N. Westgate Dr. Fabulous Feud Game Show - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 4pm, $5pp. Bring a team of four and play for prizes. Biscuit/Sausage Gravy & Pancake Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30-6pm, Serving all you care to eat: biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, applesauce, and coffee. Bring your own table service. $7pp. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83 “All Abroad” Train Songs & Hobo Stew - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30pm, Square dance with The Baldwins on rounds. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement system available. Subject to change without notice. Bring a can of veggies to add 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 17, 2024 Division of Wilder’s Corporation DANCES • EVERY FRIDAY 7-10 PM $8 (Unless Noted) ENTERTAINMENT Jan. 21, 3pm • Redneck Revival • $8 Jan. 23, 7pm • Naomi Bristow • $9 Jan. 28, 3pm • Winnie Brave • $8 Feb.4,3pm • MountainHighway•$9/10 Feb. 6, 7pm • Jonathan Len • $9/10 501 W. Owassa Rd • Pharr, Texas 78577 956-787-6538 FOR INFO/TICKETS Jan. 19 • Time Machine Jan. 26 • Southern Vibes Feb. 2 • Sweet Water Feb. 9 • Curt James CREDIT CARDS NOW ACCEPTED GARAGE SALE Feb. 3, 8am-Noon 905-801-5302 www.NaomiBristow.com The Singin’ Cowgirl The Singin’ Cowgirl Naomi Bristow 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 e s e d e - d r l e , . & & h o m t d For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM to the stew. Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7pm, Abundance Quartet, $10pp. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Entertainment - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9:30pm, Encore Show - Total Country the best of 1990’s country hits. Friendship Hall, reserved seating. Tickets are $17pp, $18pp, & $21pp. Park gate open 7:00 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concessions $. Ticket Sale 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Activity Office, 956-425-7448. 1900 Grace Ave. Entertainment - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7pm, Naomi Bristow - yodeling Canadian singer, $8pp. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Can-Am, $9pp. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, Lindley Creek, $10pp. 4900 N. McColl Rd. Entertainment - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, David Perryman Band, $8pp. Thursday, January 18 Flea Market - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8amNoon, Lunch and pies for purchase. Craft Sale - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 8am-Noon, Please contact Celinda Garcia, 956-360-7692, for more information or table. food available. 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: 956-9693740. 2712 S. International Blvd. 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. 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 Resort, 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. Root Beer Floats - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 6pm, $2pp. Park Hall. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. 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. Bible Study - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In the Activity Hall. Entertainment - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 7pm, Mark MerSee PARKS pg. 10
JANUARY 17, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Bibleville Conference Grounds Bible Conferences 10:30am Sunday 7pm Nightly Bible teacher, pastor, missionary and conference speaker for more than 50 years around the world. Jim Myers January 21-26, 2024 & 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Alamo, Tx 78516 (956) 787-2024 email: bibleville@riogrande.edu Check Program Schedule Changes Bibleville.Conference.Grounds riogrande.edu BIBLEVILLE Conference Grounds Bibleville Conference Grounds 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Alamo, Tx 78516 (956) 787-2024 email: bibleville@riogrande.edu Abundance Quartet Saturday Concert 2pm & 7pm Check Program Schedule Changes Bibleville.Conference.Grounds riogrande.edu Along with their unbelievable talent, Abundance Quartet is full of fun and laughter! Four gentlemen that love performing and are looking forward to filling your hearts with the joys of Southern Gospel Music. Concert •January 20, 2024 BIBLEVILLE Conference Grounds ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM ROCK & ROLL JAM DANCES • 7-10PM SINGLES ARE WELCOME Jan 19 • Texas Storm Band • $10/$12 at door Jan 26 • Cruisers • $12/$14 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 Jan 30 • Jonathan Len • $10/$12 at door Jan 31 • Senior Ambassadors • Free MEALS 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 chant Ventriloquist, $8pp. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Entertainment - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7pm, Naomi Bristow, $8pp. Join Naomi for a fun night of entertainment. Kitchen will be open. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Dance - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Justin Terry, $8pp. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. MB Ballroom. Dinner available beforehand. Concessions & BYOB. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $8pp. Main Hall. Friday, January 19 Craft Sale - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 8am-Noon, Breakfast: biscuits & sausage gravy, $4pp. Lunch: hot dog, $3pp, or Sloppy Jo’s, $4pp. Plus Square Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am-Noon, With caller Joe Saltel, $5pp. Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:302:30pm. Rock and Roll Jam - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 12:30-2:30pm, Host George Bowers. Lunch starts at 11 a.m. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30pm, Lunch served from 11-12:30 for nominal fee. Desserts available at break. Come enjoy this popular jam or sign up to sing. All musicians welcome. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Rock and Roll Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-2:30pm, Snack Bar opens at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Everyone is invited. Bring your instrument and participate or just come to enjoy the music and fellowship. Music Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Public is welcome to come and join in! Bring your instruments and your singing voices. Coffee, raspberry tea, and cookies will be available for donation. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. RC Cars - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm. Fish Dinner - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish with slaw, french fries, and tea or coffee. Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-6:50pm, Tampico Hall. Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm. Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, Tradewinds Hall. Snacks available ($). Entertainment - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30-8:30pm, RGV Folklorico Dance Company. A dance company of different ages of boys and girls that perform different Mexican dances in beautiful costumes. Free will donation. Dance - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 6:30-9:30pm, Night Howlers, $8pp. Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp advance/$12pp door. Big Band & Country Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Musicians by invitation only! Contact Roger Steiger, 507273-3895. 200 N. Va Verde Rd. Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $8pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Texas Storm Band, $10pp. Western theme. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Time Machine, $8pp. Dance - Park Place Estates, HarPARKS 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 17, 2024 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 JAMS Thursdays • Country 1pm-3pm Hosted by Rusty Rierson • MB Ballroom Fridays • Country 6pm-8pm Tradewinds Hall Jan 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 20 • Rusty Rierson 7pm-9pm • $9 Jan 23 • Justin Terry 7pm-9pm • $9 BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna,TX 78537 SUSANTHOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM Jan 17 • Naomi Bristow • $8 Jan 31 • The Warman Trio • $10 Ice cream bars for sale. TUESDAYS • HAPPYHOUR • 3-5PM PASS THE HAT 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 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. CASA DEL SOL JAMS – EVERY FRIDAY Lunch (nominal fee) - 11 am Music - 12:30 pm DANCES – 7PM Jan. 19 – Dave Perryman and the Country Revue – $8 Jan. 26 – Ron Moshier – $8 Feb. 2 – Southern Vibes – $8 ENTERTAINMENT – 7PM Jan. 24 – Johnathan Len– $8 Jan. 29 – Mark Merchant– $8 Feb. 4 – Shake, Rattle & Roll – $9 CRAFT SHOW – 9AM-12PM Feb. 5 – Lunch available (nominal fee) Craig&Karyl Ruhde, ActivitiesDirectors 400N. Val Verde Rd. - Donna, TX78537 956-464-9024 VoteFor Your Favorites SeePage 15 FEB. 21 • 1 - 4 PM Lunch Available 12 - 1 PM Mission Bell Resort 1711 E. Bus. 83 - Mission BringingYou SixGreat WintertainersTM TICKETSNOW ONSALE SeePage28 Valley Star AWARDSSHOW 11thAnnual F E B 21 2024 lingen, 7-10pm, Get ready to jitterbug, twist, jive, and boogie to The Warman Trio, playing tons of favorites from the 1950s. We have a huge dance floor and setups. BYOB. $10pp. Dance - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7-10pm, Bruce Boudreau will keep you dancing tonight! Gate open 6:30 - 7:30. Call 763-360-8770 if other entrance time needed. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, The Agency - rock, $10pp. Entertainment - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Mayhem Comedy Show, $9pp. Concessions available. Dance - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Regan James, $7pp. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Mark Merchant, $9pp. Entertaining comedy by a ventriloquist. 2801 Harrison. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Dave Perryman and the Country Revue, $8pp. A fun evening of music and dancing, come ready for a good time. BYOB. Concessions and setups available. Open to the public. 400 N Va Verde Rd. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Rick McEwen, $9pp. 50/50 and ice cream at intermission. Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Burnin’ Ember, $9pp. Entertainment - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7pm, Gold Wing Express, $10pp. Dance - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco 7-10pm, Hot Rodz, $10pp. BYOB. Set up available. Entertainment - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7-9pm, Naomi Bristow, $8pp. Entertainment - Lazy Palm Ranch, Edinburg, 7-9pm, Rusty Rierson, $8pp. Country. BYOB. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7pm, Justin Terry, $8pp. Entertainment - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 7pm, The Pat Davison Comedy Magic Variety Show, $10pp at the door. Need a good laugh - come to The Grove. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St. Concert - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-8:30pm, Total Country, $21pp. Main Hall. Saturday, January 20 Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am. Saturday Morning Pancake Breakfast - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7:30-10am, During Craft Fair. Park gate is open. Breakfast - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7:30-9am, Pool Hall & Shuffle Board Breakfast, $7pp. Craft Fair - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, Friendship Hall, park gate open. Pancake breakfast available 7:30-10 in Rec Hall $. Info and new vendor inquiry, contact Activities Office at 956-4257448. Craft Sale - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 8amNoon, 7600 Long Dr. Saturday Morning Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, Pancakes, egg bake, and biscuits with sausage gravy, coffee, $6pp. Annual Rummage & Bake Sale - Golf View Estates, Mission, 8amNoon, Come find your “treasures” and “fill your tummy”! Everyone welcome! 7424 Couples Circle. Garage Sale - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Lots of shopping. Serving breakfast 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. 100 N. Valley View Rd. Park Wide Sale - Posada del Sol RV Park, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, Yard and homemade baked goods sale located the Rec Hall. 28513 South Palm Court Dr. Quilt Art Show - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9am-Noon, Biscuits, gravy, and coffee is available for $5 starting at 7am until gone. Donuts and assorted rolls available at 9am. Quilters, Artists, Needle Workers, 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 17, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 12 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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. 17 • 7-10 pm Can-Am • $9 ENTERTAINMENT Wed. Jan. 24 • 7-9 pm Jason Whorlow • $10 Fri. Jan. 26 • 7-9 pm Gold Wing Express • $10 Wed. Jan. 31 • 7-9 pm Ron Moshier • $10 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 Woodworkers & Carvers. All Crafters are included in this show. Craft Show - Tip O’Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 9am-Noon, Vendors. 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. 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. Rock and Roll Jam - Chimney Park, Mission, 1-3pm, 4224 S. Conway Ave. For further information, contact Cliff or Cathy at 956-2505317. Jam Sessions - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, South Hall. 2801 E. Harrison Ave. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm, Abundance Quartet. Happy Hour - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 4-6pm, Jonathan Marshall, pass the hat. Concessions available. 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 - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Pastor Pudge Redneck Revival, $9pp advance/$11pp door. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-9pm, The Baker Family, $10pp. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Abundance Quartet. Show - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 7pm, Naomi Bristow, $8pp. Dance - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7-10pm, Time Machine, $8pp advance/$10pp at the door. Contact Mary McLaughlin for tickets, 712-240-2801. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7-10pm, DJ Tristan, $5pp. Playing oldies, country, and rock and roll. 2801 Harrison. Dance - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 7-10pm, Sweet Water - country, $8pp. Peppermint Palace. Entertainment - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Fabulous Cruisers, $12pp. Entertainment - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, Lindley Creek, $10pp at the door. Open to the public. Entertainment - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, Rusty Rierson, $9pp. Concessions available. Mission Bell Ballroom. Entertainment - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 7-10pm, Southern Vibe, $9pp. A great band that plays a little bit of country and a lot of rock and roll! Will get your feet tapping and your body moving, you might just have to scoop up your partner and dance a song or two! Or dance alone, we don’t mind here at Split Rail RV Park, just have fun!! BYOB, concession open, 50/50 raffle. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Entertainment - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Senior Ambassadors, $8pp. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, Gatos Locos, $10pp. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Snack bar open. Dance - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, Night Riders, $9pp. 4900 N. McColl Rd. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp. Main Hall. Sunday, January 21 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. PARKS From pg. 11 See PARKS pg. 20
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