Valley Star AWARDS SHOW 13TH Annual Brought to you by Find show ticket outlets on Page 13 Complete the ballot on Page 15 Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans FromMission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 37, No. 15 © 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, January 24, 2024 INDEX Events Calendar p 4 Reunions p 6 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 Jammin’ in the RGV p 14 From the Cheap Seats p 16 On the Road with Jo p 18 Taste of the Valley p 25 Classifieds p 29 Business Guide p 29 Coupon Index p 30 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 23 It looks like everyone is staying busy, even while we have a little bit of cooler weather. There’s so much to do, even when the weather is not always great. The parks have so many activities to entertain you with indoors when you can’t get out there to play golf or go to the beach. But there are plenty of outdoor activities too if the weather is good enough for it, and most days have better weather – the bad days are few and far between. Many have options of shuffleboard, different remote-control vehicles, golf, swimming, and more. A reader reminded me last week about the sports we have in the area for enthusiasts to watch. With a university, colleges, and many schools throughout the Valley, there is a wide range of sports that Winter Texans can go and see – as well as entertainment at these colleges, schools, and university – of course we still love our entertainers that come to south Texas just to spend a few months with us too. The UTRGV Vaqueros baseball season starts next month. UTRGV Every year, theValley StarAwards offers a great lineup of entertainment – and we say it every year, this is going to be a great show. The lineup includes some of the best Wintertainers™ performing in the Winter Texan parks and resorts during the Winter months. We’ve got a little bit of comedy, some country, variety, and some rock n roll. This year’s lineup includes Leslie Blasing, Bruce Boudreau, Mark Merchant, Diego and Edith, Dale and Gayle and the Night Howlers. Leslie Blasing is probably a very familiar name to Winter Texans See VSA pg. 20 Valley Star Awards offers great lineup of entertainment Leslie Blasing. Courtesy photo Alamo police and fire departments caught speeding at raceway Story and Photos by Linda Sauer Alamo City Police and Fire Departments weren’t chasing speeding and wrecked vehicles recently; they were chasing and wrecking each other at a radio-controlled racetrack in Alamo. Winter Gardens Raceway in Winter Ranch RV Resort was blessed with sunny skies and warm balmy breezes on Saturday, January 13 as Raceway club members again hosted the Alamo City Police and Fire Departments See RACEWAY pg. 22 Courtesy photo Bruce Boudreau. Photo by Carina Brunson
JANUARY 24, 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. Winter Volunteers at Rio Grande Bible Ministries (RGBM) will hold a Craft/ Quilt/Bake Sale on Saturday, January 27, 8 to 11 a.m. to benefit students of both the seminary and the Intercultural Studies Program. It will be held in the multi-purpose room of the campus in Edinburg, 4300 S. Highway 281, (Closner Blvd.). Parking is available at the Closner entrance. The quilt auction will begin at 10 a.m. Free coffee will be provided all morning and cookies and baked goods will be available for purchase. A variety of gifts, goods, and quilts will be for sale, all made by volunteers. These make perfect gifts for family and friends and include wood items, cutting boards, rope baskets, embroidered towels, baby clothes and items, cell phone purses, American Doll clothes, and coin banks made from the old campus mailboxes. There are also wood items made from trees which used to be growing on the property. Quilts of all sizes will be for sale, and some will be auctioned at 10 a.m. Volunteers, male and female, work on these quilts throughout the season to have as many as they can available for the annual sale. The Winter Volunteers hold this event each year to benefit the Bible Seminary and Intercultural Studies student scholarships. RGBM exists to develop Christ-centered leaders with a Biblical worldview for the global church. Students come from all over the world to study at RGBM and most only speak Spanish when they arrive on campus. Seminary classes are predominantly taught in Spanish although as students work hard to master their course content, and they desire to improve their English skills to broaden their impact in the global church. The majority of students earning either associates, bachelors, or Master of Arts degrees in Biblical Studies return to their home countries to pastor churches, plant churches, become missionaries to other countries, or work in ministry service. RGBM also offers Intercultural Studies which consists of two semesters of intense Spanish language study and cross-cultural training for missionaries preparing to go into Spanish speaking cultures. Winter Volunteers come to the RGBM campus in Edinburg from across the US and Canada and their goal is to support the students, staff, and ministry by contributing financial support, building and maintaining campus structures and furniture, landscaping the grounds, library cataloging, childcare, and office support along with mentoring students in language and spiritual growth. Most of the Winter Volunteers are retired couples who arrive in their RVs and stay on campus or at Bibleville which is part of RGBM and is a retirement park and conference center in Alamo. Many students and Winter Volunteers develop close relationships during their time on the RGBM campus with the Winter Volunteers being affectionately called “abuelitos” (the Grandparents). All monies raised during the Craft/Quilt/Bake Sale on January 27 will go directly to help defray students’ education and living expenses. RGBM holds sale to benefit students Displayed are some of the items for sale. Courtesy photo
3 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 24, 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 Alamo Palms RV Resort’s Business & Health Expo will be held on Saturday, January 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free to Winter Texans, the event will feature 50 businesses and health professionals chosen by co-organizers Dennis and Barb Zanetti. “Our unique model is that we invite businesses and health experts that we and our Winter Texan friends believe are really good,” Barb said. “We work to select the ‘very best of the best.’ Just imagine the quality your brother, sister or best friend would recommend for you. That’s the role we try to play.” The organizers said they made a list of all the categories that Winter Texans could use. Then they chose their favorite for each one. Most of these invited businesses have been operating in the RGV for years. However, one of them is extremely new. On Saturday, Cindy Biggerstaff will introduce Bigg Stitch, her new longarm quilting and embroidery business. “I’m retiring from my corporate job to go to work for myself,” she said. “The Expo seems like a good place to launch my new venture, to begin the next chapter of my life doing something I really love.” She said it’s exciting for her and she’s ready. Her Bigg Stitch business cards, her shirt (complete with her new business logo), her flyers, along with drawing gifts for Expo attendees have all arrived. Plus, she has samples of her longarm and embroidery work set to display. “I think of Bigg Stitch as art… as artwork,” she said. “From stitching quilt layers together with different patterns, to embroidering logos or names on quilts, Christmas stockings, hats, or t-shirts… I can do all of that.” As a side note, Cindy is not a novice at quilting or embroidering. They’ve been long-time hobbies for her. According to Barb, Cindy was invited to the Expo because “her work is exquisite,” and because her longarm work has been recommended by top quilters at Alamo Palms. “Choosing people like Cindy to attend is rewarding,” the co-organizer said. “I love that our Alamo Palms’ Expo is an event organized See EXPO pg. 24 Alamo Palms hosts Business and Health Expo One of 50 businesspeople and health experts, RGVgeek’s owner (Art) will be ready to diagnose Winter Texans laptop problems for free at Alamo Palms RV Resort on Sat., Jan. 27 from 10-1. There is no fee for this event. Courtesy photo
JANUARY 24, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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 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 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. January 26, 27, 28 – SPI Market Days will be held at the SPI Convention Center, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. There will be vendors, food, and fun. Admission is $1. Visit www.spimarketdays.com for more information. January 27 – 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 27 – 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 27 – 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 27 – The McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St., will have a job fair in collaboration with Workforce Solutions. Patrons are encouraged to bring their resumes and dress in business casual attire. January 27 – The Men and Women of A-Chord will perform at 6 p.m. at Mission First United Methodist Church, 1101 Doherty Ave., in Mission. A love offering will be gathered. Call (956) 585-1665 for more information. January 28 – Our Savior Lutheran Church in McAllen will have their Polka Worship at 9:30 a.m. A free will offering will be collected. The church is located at 1105 W. Fern Ave. Call (956) 631-6121 for more information. January 28 – 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 28 – The Men and Women of A-Chord will perform at 3 p.m. at Llano Grande, 2215 E. West Blvd., in Mercedes. Tickets are $8. Call (956) 565-1506 for more information. February 3 – 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. February 3 – 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. February 3 – 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. February 3 – Sign language interpretation “Alligator Talk” is held every first Saturday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the SPI Birding and Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary. $10 adults, $8 for senior citizens (65+). The sanctuary is located at 6901 Padre Blvd.
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 24, 2024 Valley Star Awards 2023 Entertainer of the Year 2023 Individual or Small Band of the Year Bob Courtney, AKA Pastor Pudge, will be hosting the Gospel Music Extravaganza next week where he and others will be performing great gospel music to lift our spirits. The event begins at 3 p.m., Tuesday, January 30, at Winter Ranch Resort, 600 State Hwy. 495, in Alamo. Others that will be performing are Redneck Revival, Alta Courtney, Mike Leichner, and Jamie Layton. Redneck Revival is the duo of Bob and Alta Courtney. Their show is much more than just gospel music. They have a mix of clean country music, gospel, and comedy and have been performing at Winter Texan parks now for four years. Bob, a retired rodeo clown, has performed comedy for years, and now brings that to the stage with music and doing skits and songs with his wife Alta. Alta has been performing gospel music for many years. They have combined their music and comedy talents into one great show. You can bet since Pastor Pudge will be there, that Sister Sludge will make an appearance as well. Jamie Layton has a distinctive low voice – you can’t miss it. His love for gospel music began in the 90’s and he has been singing ever since. He attended the Baxter School of Music, sang with the River City Quartet for a number of years, and he now sings by himself and with the Abundance Quartet. Mike Leichner’s ministry spans multiple areas over many years. It began with him traveling with and playing lead guitar and steel guitar for his family the Singing Ledbetters. After fulfilling a military commitment, he began traveling in Evanglistic ministry which included singing with his wife and brothers, The Leichner Brothers and Dee. He has done statewide camp meetings and revivals, music ministry with 12 recordings and many original songs, he is a published author, and most recently has had two country gospel recordings. His latest project is a patriot recording. He is also a founding pastor of the Ark Church and has ministered on several TV shows including the 700 Club, and radio broadcasts. He is a United States Marine with a love for his country and a heart for God. His mission is to promote Jesus and the Good News of the Gospel, and it is reflected in his music. The event is free, but they will be passing around a donation bucket. A portion of the donations will be donated to the Christian School in Santa Rosa. Gospel Music Extravaganza is next week Bob Courtney. Courtesy photo
JANUARY 24, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 23rd Annual Quilt & Hobby Show Thursday, February 1, 2024 • 9am to 1pm Door prizes, Raffles, Vendors $2 admission donation All proceeds benefit the Helping Hands Quilting Group Alamo Rec-Veh Park 1320W. Frontage Rd., Alamo, TX 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 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. 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 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. Masonic Winter Texan Reunion The 43rd Annual MN/TX Masonic Reunion will be held on Saturday, February 3, at the Rio Grande Valley Shrine Club, 13415 E Expressway 83 in La Feria. The social hour will begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 12:30 p.m. Cost is $15. Grand Master of Minnesota, M.W. Dayton Berg will be the honored guest and featured speaker. Masonic Widows will be recognized. For reservations, contact Roger Taylor at (320) 980-5240 or John Antl at (651) 248-3323. Hardin County, IA Reunion Hardin County IA group will have their annual luncheon at 11 a.m. on Monday, February 5 at the Golden Corral, 300 W. Expressway 83, in Weslaco. Questions, call Alan Meeker (319) 329-5665. Pennsylvania 12th Annual Reunion The Pennsylvania Winter Texans Luncheon will be held Tuesday February 6 at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. 2nd St (Col Rowe Blvd), McAllen at 11 AM. RSVP to Allyn at (570) 335-7209 by February 5. Appanoose County, Iowa and Rathbun Lake Area Reunion The Appanoose County, Iowa and Rathbun Lake Area Reunion will be held on Thursday, February 8 at 11 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 2001 W. Expwy. 83, Weslaco. Call Pat Houser (641) 895-8181 for more information.
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com JANUARY 24, 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 Leisure World Q u i l t e r s seventh biannual quilt show will be held February 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Main Hall, 400 East 18th St. in We s l a c o . The quilter’s raffle quilt is queen size mea su r i ng 88”x88” in brown, rust, and gold colors. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and are available from any of the Leisure World quilters or at the show. The drawing will be held at the end of the show, and you do not need to be present to win. The quilters traditionally piece the top in the intervening year and finish it over the summer. In addition to making the raffle quilt, the quilters make comfort quilts for residents experiencing serious health problems and walker bags, clothing protectors (bibs) and lap quilts for the local veteran’s home. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact meshea5656@gmail.com (608762-5656) or mlsody@gmail.com (620-343-0666). Leisure World holds biannual quilt show Raffle quilt. Courtesy photo The Helping Hands Quilting Group of Alamo Rec. Veh. Park presents their 23rd Annual Quilt and Hobby show “When Life Give You Scraps, Make a Quilt.” The event will be held on Thursday, February 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be door prizes, raffle baskets, demonstrations, and fabric vendors. A quilt was sewn by Helping Hands members Arlene Fuller and Coral Cox for a door prize. A donation of $2 is asked for admission. All proceeds benefit the Helping Hands Quilting Group. Alamo Rec Veh Park is located at 1320 W. Frontage Rd., in Alamo. Helping Hands Quilting Group plans quilt show Courtesy photo
JANUARY 24, 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. Feb. 3 • 1:00-5:00pm Jolly Huntsmen Polka Band Sundays 1:30-5:30pm Live Music in Event Center Feb. 4 & Feb. 18 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 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 24 Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am. All You Can Eat Breakfast - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30-9am, $8pp. 7300 Monroe. 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. 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! Happy Hour - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 2-4pm, Bruce Boudreau, pass the hat. Karaoke - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 3-6pm, Open to the public. No charge, dinner served for fee. 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 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 Jim Myers. Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7pm, J Michael Lafferty, $10pp. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 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 24, 2024 “The Comedy of Two Voices in One, Mark MerChanT, Bringing the Phunny with sTill lips!” Clever, Clean, andCurrentwith laughter about everything. For bookings please contact Mark Merchant at 770-595-9202, Email at twovoices@me.com Now booking for January and February 2025 “2024 Novelty, Comedy, or Variety Act of the Year” Nominee As Phlash Phelps on SiriusXM 60’s Gold said: “If a puppet is funny, Mark Merchant has a hand in it.” OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH January 28, 2024 9:30 service Polka Service 1105 West Fern Ave McAllen, Texas 78572 www.oursaviormcallen.org 1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008 CHURCH SERVICE Sundays • 9 am Feb. 4 • 8:30 am • Polka Church SQUARE DANCE WITH JOE SALTEL Fridays • 10 am - 12 pm • $5 DANCES Saturdays • 7 - 10 pm Texas Wheels • $8 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 Fri. Fri. 2 • 7-8 pm A-H Illusions Magic Show • $10 CRAFT FAIR Mon. Feb. 5 • 10 am-2 pm LINE DANCING LESSONS Mondays & Wednesdays Beginner 10-11 am • Improved 11 am-12 pm Thursdays Beginner Only 10-11 am e r l e , . H o m t e , e l For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM Dance - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 7pm, Lockhart’s, $8pp. Entertainment - Golf View Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, Mark Merchant, $9pp. Get your laugh on with this GREAT Ventriloquist! Be ready for a fun time!!! Everyone welcome!!! 7424 Couples Circle. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-9pm, Jason Whorlow “The Piano Man”, $10pp. 5 Star Entertainer. Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier - Valley Star Awards Entertainer of 2023, $10pp. “Hoiya! Hoiya! You’re Invited” theme. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. This is a party you don’t want to miss. Door prizes, & more. Call 956-305-2962 for tickets. Tickets available at the door, but possibly may be limited. 2712 S. International Blvd. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-9pm, Johnathan Len, $8pp. Tickets are pre-sale only. A charismatic singer who engages with his audience. Concessions available. Open to the public. 400 N Va Verde Rd. 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, Kai, $9pp. 4900 N. McColl Rd. Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Naomi Bristow, $9pp. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Snack bar open. Thursday, January 25 Garage Sale - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon. 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 R e - sort, 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 - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, Jason and Patrick, pass the hat. 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. RC Racing - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6pm, Track Shack opens at 4 p.m., racing at 6 p.m. See PARKS pg. 10
JANUARY 24, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM ROCK & ROLL JAM DANCES • 7-10PM SINGLES ARE WELCOME Jan 26 • Cruisers • $12/$14 at door Feb 2 • Vinyl Spin • $10/$12 at door Feb 9 • Time Machine • $10/$12 at door Every Other Thursday • 12:30pm Wednesday Breakfast • 7:30am Monday Night Meals • 4:30pm Thursday Lunches • 11am Jan 24 • J Michael Lafferty • $10/$12 at door Jan 30 • Jonathan Len • $10/$12 at door Feb 7 • Shake, Rattle, & Roll • $10/$12 at door Feb 13 • The Warman Trio • $10/$12 at door 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 CRAFT SHOW February 10 • 8am-Noon Breakfast Available Bibleville Conference Grounds 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Alamo, Tx 78516 (956) 787-2024 email: bibleville@riogrande.edu Sacred Call Quartet Saturday Concert 2pm & 7pm Check Program Schedule Changes Bibleville.Conference.Grounds riogrande.edu As a ministry, Sacred Call is committed to preserving the rich heritage of Southern Gospel Music and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ through a mix of classic, Southern, Country and slightly newer Gospel music. Concert •January 27, 2024 BIBLEVILLE Conference Grounds 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 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, Steven May & The Southern Knights, $9pp. No outside beverages, coolers, or insulated cups permitted. Refreshments and snacks can be purchased in the Palm Shadows lounge. Deena, 956597-6900. 200 N. Va Verde Rd. Evening Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, With Speaker Jim Myers. Dance - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Bruce Boudreaux (Can Am), $8pp. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Rick McEwen “The Gambler”, $10pp. 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. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. MB Ballroom. Dinner available beforehand. Concessions & BYOB. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Smoking Guns, $8pp at the door. Entertainment - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 7-9pm, The Warman Trio, $8pp at the door. Concessions available. 100 N. Valley View Rd. Dance - Posada del Sol RV Park, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Justin Terry, $10pp. Tickets can be bought at door. 28513 South Palm Court Dr. Entertainment - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 7:30pm, GoldWing Express, $9pp. Concessions available. Friday, January 26 Plus Square Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am-Noon, With caller Joe Saltel, $5pp. Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:302:30pm. Rock and Roll Jam - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 12:30-2:30pm, Host George Bowers. Lunch starts at 11 a.m. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30pm, Lunch served from 11-12:30 for nominal fee. Desserts available at break. Come enjoy this popular jam or sign up to sing. All musicians welcome. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Rock and Roll Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-2:30pm, Snack Bar opens at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Everyone is invited. Bring your instrument and participate or just come to enjoy the music and fellowship. Music Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Public is welcome to come and join in! Bring your instruments and your singing voices. Coffee, raspberry tea, and cookies will be available for donation. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. RC Cars - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm. Fish Dinner - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish with slaw, french fries, and tea or coffee. Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-6:50pm, Tampico Hall. Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6-9pm, Audience participation. Donation. Al Barnes Building. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, Tradewinds Hall. Snacks available ($). Shuffleboard: Friday Night Lights - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6-8pm, Shuffleboard Courts. Karaoke & Dancing - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 6-9pm, Open 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 24, 2024 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 SeePage 13 Valley Star AWARDSSHOW 11thAnnual F E B 21 2024 BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna,TX 78537 SUSANTHOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM Jan 31 • The Warman Trio • $10 Ice cream bars for sale. TUESDAYS • HAPPYHOUR • 3-5PM PASS THE HAT Jan 30 • Curt James Feb 6 • Bruce Boudreau Soda, water, popcorn, and snacks for sale, free ice/cups, BYOB, 50/50 door prizes. FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10PM Jan 26 • The Rovers • $10 Feb 2 • Buck Hollow Band • $8 Feb 9 • Southern Vibes • $8 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. Line Dancing Bluegrass Jam Entertainment RC Cars Mark Merchant • $10 Sun. Jan. 28 • 7-9:30pm Shake, Rattle & Roll • $7 Sun. Feb. 4 • 2-4pm 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. 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 Feb 3 • The Fabulous Cruisers 7pm-10pm • $12 Feb 13 • Diego & Edith 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 Feb 6 • Comedy of 2 Merchants 7pm-9pm • $10 Feb 10 • Kenny Ray Horton 7pm-9pm • $10 to the public. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St. Entertainment - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Rick McEwen, $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. Evening Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, With Speaker Jim Myers. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Cruisers, $12pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Southern Vibes, $8pp. Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, The dance this Friday is going to rock! And, pop! And a little country! Julia Lane Cooper is bringing to life your favorite tunes from the 50s, 60s, and beyond, and she wants you to see you out on the huge dance floor of Park Place Estates! Setups will be available. BYOB. $8pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, The Rovers - variety, $10pp. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-9pm, Gold Wing Express, $10pp. Tailgate Party - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7pm, Create your favorite team to play game in the Main Hall. Fun night of games! Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Mountain Highway, $9pp advance/$10pp at the door. Family band playing traditional Bluegrass. 2801 Harrison. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Come and enjoy a fun evening, all types of music to dance and listen to. BYOB. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Justin Terry, $9pp. 50/50 and ice cream at intermission. Senior Prom Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Retro Rockers, $15pp - includes appetizers. Entertainment - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7pm, Naomi Bristow, $7pp. Entertainment - Palmera Heights Park, La Feria, 7pm, Helen Russell & Co., $9pp in advance/$11pp at door. Call Kay at 920-650-1920 for advanced ticket info. Concessions available, doors open at 6 p.m. 1205 N. Palmera Dr. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7pm, Night Howlers. $8pp. Show - Heritage Square, Mission, 7-8:30pm, Mark Merchant Ventriloquist $10pp at the door. Refreshments available for purchase or bring your own. 300 S. Bryan Rd. Entertainment - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 7pm, Jonathan Len. Check with River Ranch Resort for tickets. Saturday, January 27 Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am. Garage Sale - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7am-3pm, Huge Garage Sale in the ballroom. 1501 Aladdin Villas West. Rummage Sale - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 7am-Noon, Big Hall. Breakfast - Golf View Estates, Mission, 7:15-8:45am, Biscuits & gravy, pancakes, waffles, french toast, fruit, and homemade rolls, $8pp. Everyone welcome! 7424 Couples Circle. Patio Sale - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 8-11am, Ballroom Parking Lot, free admission. Saturday Morning Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, Pancakes, egg bake, and biscuits with sausage gravy, coffee, $6pp. Park Wide Yard Sale - Magic ValSee PARKS pg. 12 For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
JANUARY 24, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 12 WINTER TEXAN TIMES ley Park, Weslaco, 8am-1pm. Flea Market - Valley View Estates, Mission, 8am-Noon, Hot lunch available starting at 11 a.m., $5pp. Garage Sale - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, 3907 N. Taylor Rd. Breakfast - Alamo Paradise Acres, 8-9:30am, Serving pancakes, eggs, French toast, omelets, biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage, toast, OJ and coffee. 1513 West Crockett. 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. Winter Texan Business & Health Expo -Alamo Palms MH&RVPark, 10am-1pm, Willie’s BBQ (brisket sandwich), Nana’s Taqueria (lonches), Gabriel’s (pasta salad & house made chips), plus more. Over 50 of the best health experts and businesspeople. Drawings, plus prize to park with most attendees. 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. Jam Sessions - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, South Hall. 2801 E. Harrison Ave. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm, Sacred Call Quartet. Paint with Pals Instruction - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 3-4:30pm, $20 includes supplies. Sign up and pay in advance at activity office with picture choice. Tradewinds Hall. Loteria - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 3:30pm. 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. Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Leslie Blasing, $10pp advance/$12pp door. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-9pm, Fools on 3 Stools, $10pp. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Sacred Call Quartet. Show - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 7pm, Mark Merchant, Two Voices, $9pp. Dance - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 7-10pm, Night Ryders, $8pp. Entertainment - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, Piano Man, $10pp. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7-10pm, DJ Noe, $5pp. Playing oldies, country, and rock and roll. 2801 Harrison. Dance - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 7-10pm, Vintage - country, $8pp. Peppermint Palace. Entertainment - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, Mountain Highway, $10pp. Entertainment - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, The Warman Trio, $8pp. A father and two daughters retro style family band, playing rock and roll, and country from the 50’s and 60’s. Come and kick your boots off and let’s dance! BYOB, concession open, 50/50 raffle. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Regan James, $8pp at the door. Sunday, January 28 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. Worship Service - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 9am, Non-denominational service open to all. Communion served the 1st Sunday of each month. Come worship with us. Donation. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. Cowboy Church - Alamo RecVeh Park, 9am, Goldwing Express. Worship Service - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 9-10am, Open to the public. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd. Church Service - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am. Church - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am, Nondenominational church service. Open to the public. Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-10am, Main Hall. Church Service - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 9:1010:10am. Church Services - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:30am, Pastor Tom Shouse. Nondenominational. Everyone is welcome. 600 E. FM 495. Church Service - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:30-10:30am, Nondenominational. Casual attire. 4525 Graham Rd. Church Services - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am, With Pastor Bill Wade. Worship Service - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am, Pastors Charles & Bev Wolff offer non-denominational services. Fellowship following. Charles Wolff, 712-4906087. 200 N. Val Verde Rd. Sunshine Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Friendship Hall, gate is open. All are welcome! Pastor Larry Allen, 586-2166443. Church Service - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 10-11am, Nondenominational. Chaplain Alan Cooey, new this year. Church Service - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 10am-Noon, Come for church and stay for lunch and fellowship. Church Service - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 10am, Greg & Suzy York of Love Light Ministries. Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 10am. Worship Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 10am, Non-denominational church service. South Hall. Communion is the first Sunday of each month. All are welcome. Pastor Steve Heaslet. 2801 Harrison. Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10-11am, Nondenominational service. Pastor Marv Odergaard. Church Service - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 10-11:30am, Open to the public, everyone is welcome. Non-denominational. Pastor Randy Quick. Park Hall. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Church Service - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, In the Auditorium. Church Service - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30-11:30am, Rec Hall. Traditional Lutheran service. All are welcome. Line Dancers Bash “Workshop” - Pharr South Park, Pharr, Noon5pm, $10pp. Open to the public. Line dancing - no teaching. Absolute Beginner to High Beginner levels. This is geared towards those who line dance in Pharr South and open to other park line dancers. Dances will have a walk through on dance steps prior to putting on the music. Pre-ticket sales available Jan. 2-21, contact Pat Yoder, 913-488-3650, yodernana@outlook.com. Registration from 12-12:30pm. Lunch, prizes, open dancing. Jams/Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1-3pm. Gospel Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 2-4pm, 215 S. Valley View Rd. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 3-5pm, Winnie Brave, $8pp. Entertainment - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 3pm, Men & Women of A-Chord, $8pp. 2215 E. West Blvd. PARKS From pg. 11 See PARKS pg. 26
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