Visit GivingMachine.org Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 39, No. 10 © 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, December 31, 2025 Winter Texan Times will be closed January 1 By Herb Moering Remote car racing has grown in popularity in the past few years with dirt and paved track ovals popping up in recreational vehicle parks in the Rio Grande Valley. Because of the growing interest Jim Davis, track chairman at Alamo Palms RV and MH Park, has been pursuing the idea of a formal association format that would open up events all over for anyone interested in racing, rather than limiting races to only those who live in their park. The association could set standard racing rules for all tracks in the reINDEX Events Calendar p 4 Reunions p 4 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 9 On The Road p 13 Business Guide p 16 Classifieds p 17 Coupon Index p 18 Taste of the Valley p 19 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 5 You cannot miss Port Isabel. Especially if you are going to South Padre Island. Port Isabel is a welcoming small town with little shops, a museum, piers, and a beautiful lighthouse. Lots of history sits in the little square just before the Queen Isabella Causeway. Port Isabel was known as Point Isabel because of the natural bluff formation that jutted out into the Laguna Madre. In 1928, Point Isabel was incorporated as a town, and its name was changed to Port Isabel because of the newly proposed port being planned. See PORT ISABEL pg. 5 Port Isabel has many stories to tell Alamo Palms holds RC Swap Meet I hope everyone had a wonderful and blessed Christmas. I also hope that whatever holiday you celebrate this time of year, that you are blessed and happy. This is the time of year that memories are made, that we fill our moments with good times, and usually our favorite people. With it being a quiet Christmas for us – just me, Dan, and our son – we were blessed to be invited to a friend’s home to spend Christmas eve with their family, and other friends/families from church – a total of 35 people. This family has become like family to us – and when we dig through ancestry, we’re like third cousins or something like that. It was a beautiful evening with friends, food, desserts, and a Christmas program that shared the story of Jesus and some holiday hymns. See RC SWAP pg. 3 Port Isabel Historical Museum. (Photo by Kathy Olivarez) Bit O Heaven Donna resident Vic Whitmore brought his car to test out the rebuilt track at Alamo Palms Park. (Photo by Herb Moering)
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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. gion. He said that would hopefully allow RC racers to go to various tracks and compete just about any day of the week if they chose. Davis became chairman of the Alamo Palms Chargers Club a year ago. He has plans for a Facebook page, calling it 55 Plus RGV RC Racing. He sees it as a vehicle for track chairmen to provide information about when open race meets are scheduled, the results of races and any special events that are to be held. One of those big events was a recent RC swap meet at Alamo Palms Park, which drew about 20 vendors, mostly Winter Texans, from the mid-Valley. It was a place to discuss racing and to vote for the best car on display. The Harley Davidson pickup truck of John Keoni Aegerter was the winner and good for two restaurant gift cards. The drawing for a Losi sprint car went to Gerry Lewis. Among the vendors was Rod Fitzgerald from Alamo Palms, who had a different twist to RC cars, showing vehicles known as “rock crawlers.” Operators have their cars in what amounts to an obstacle course of rocks, sand, mud etc. to negotiate. He said he has been at “bashing club” his way around a course for the past five years. John Wallace, who now lives in San Antonio, came to the swap meet offering a variety of racing parts. Wallace, who used to live at Ranchero Village in Weslaco, said he had spent 40 years in the RC racing sport. Lloyd Jerauld, who likes NASCAR, Indy racers and RC cars, said he had helped build a track where he lives at Texas Trails RV Park in Pharr. But he has come to Alamo to race over the past three years. He had been a resident at Ranchero Village, which had 10 different classes of RC racing. He was originally from New York State but then came to the Valley some 20 years ago as a full-time resident so he and his wife could ride their horses year-round. Davis was pleased with the turnout, with about 125 people coming during the afternoon. He got started in RC racing 20 years ago, while traveling much of the country as part of a military family and then as a full-time RVer. He settled in the area as a coming home with his wife who is from the Valley. Davis said they had a big summer program involving major track renovations. The dirt oval had a total resurfacing for the various classes. Although there are about 20 different classes for racing, Alamo Palms only runs 12 in the outdoor program, which began on December 2. While work went on at the main track this past summer, the club had mini car racing on a smaller indoor track that worked out well in one of the park’s buildings. Any money raised by the club goes directly back into the program, Davis said. Davis emphasized they try to make it easy for beginners to get into RC racing. While some race cars can range as high as $1,500 to $2,000, there are competitive cars right out of the box that are priced in the $200 to $300 range. The skill of the driver is what determines race winners. It’s interesting to watch the cars run on the track, sliding through the turns just like the big cars driven on short tracks. Davis invites racing fans to come and see the action on any Tuesday. Doors open at 4 p.m. and racing starts at 5:30 p.m. RC SWAP From pg. 1
DECEMBER 31, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES EVENTS CALENDAR December 31 – Quinta Mazatlán invites you to end your year with a morning of birding from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. with Education Specialist and life-long birder Isidro Montemayor. This program is free with general admission. For more information, call (956) 681-3370. Quinta Mazatlan is located at 600 Sunset Dr., in McAllen. January 1 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will hold a guided First Day Hike at 9 a.m. There will also be self-guided hike activity available at the Resaca Vieja Trail Head from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr., in Mission. January 1 – STHS Behavioral is hosting webinar on mind-body connection to your physical health from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on their Facebook page. You can find out more information online at www.sthsletstalk. com/mental-health/. January 2 – McAllen Art Walk will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at 601 N. Main St. There will be vendors, exhibits, and live entertainment. The event is free. The event is held every first Friday of the month through May. January 3 – Downtown Harlingen will host their Market Days starting at 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jackson Street and Centennial Park. Call (956) 216-4910 for more information. January 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. January 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. January 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. January 4 – The South Padre Island Farmers Market is held at The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd., every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop for fresh produce, meats, cheese, juices and more. To see this event and others, visit https://www. sopadre.com/listing/south-padre-island-farmers-market/1099/. January 6 – McAllen Community Concert Association will present Bridge and Wolak: Scandalous Romantics. Michael Bridge (accordion) and Kornel Wolak (clarinet) are a globe-trotting musical duo who create life-affirming concerts full of beauty, virtuosity and humor. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m., and the doors open at 6:30 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Single concert tickets range from $25 to $65 and are available at http://mcallenconcerts.com/. January 8 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Birding Tram Tour at 9 a.m. Reservations are required. Call (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr., in Mission. January 8 – Quinta Mazatlan invites the community to discover the rich botanical history of the RGV during a special Thursday Night Live presentation with longtime native plant grower Mike Heep from 6 to 7 p.m. The program is free with general admission. For more information, call (956) 681-3370. January 8 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will host a Night Ride at 5:30 p.m. Reservations are required. Call (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. We hope that if you have such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word. If you would like to share your information, please send it in. We would love to see your photos as well and share with others what a great time you are having. You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com. Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers will have their weekly Thursday get togethers at the Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., in McAllen from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. They will meet every Thursday, excluding holidays, until the last Thursday in March 2026. Any questions, call Pam Horstman at (816) 590-6521. RGV Senior Texan Softball League The RGV (previously Ed Marten’s) Senior Texan Softball League is open to all local Texans as well as Winter Texan senior men and women aged 55 years and older. The league practices are held at McAllen’s West Side Park, located on S. Ware Road directly across from the McAllen Convention Center. The Division A practice is every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 a.m. Division B practice is every Monday at 9 a.m. Practices run from now through December. The first week of January the league will “draft” players into teams for some competitive play. For more information, call Fred Esqueda at (956) 897-6961 or Mike Brower at (734) 834-0128; or email Mike at mbrower@umich.edu. RGV Concert Band Rehearsals After the holidays, the RGV Concert Band will focus on the January through March Concerts held in various 55+ parks. The group usually performs six concerts per year during the season. If you’re interested in joining the RGV Concert Band, please come to a concert and /or contact director Gene Goede at (956) 682-9225. Practices are held at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1107 Fern in McAllen. Submarine Veterans The Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on the third Thursday from now (Thursday, January 15, 2026) through April at the Junction Café, 11 S. Cage Blvd., in Pharr. For more information, contact Larry at (715) 305-0401. Fayette County, Iowa Make plans for the Fayette County, Iowa reunion set for Thursday, January 15, 2026. It will be held at Mr. Gatti’s in Weslaco at 11 a.m. Contact Carolyn Beier at (563) 9203838 if you need more information. Parkinson’s Support Group Join the Parkinson’s Support Group for their first meeting on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. The meeting will be held at Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S. International Blvd., in Weslaco, in the All Purpose Room. You must sign up by January 16 to reserve a spot. Please call or text (320) 491-6070, or email Kori at korijoywilliams@ gmail.com. Meetings will continue on the first and third Sunday’s of the month. NRLCA Winter Texans The NRLCA Winter Texan insurance meeting will be held Tuesday January 27, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. at the Victoria Palms Restaurant, 602 N. Victoria Rd., in Donna. Lynne Paller, Director of Health Insurance Programs, along with Aetna and CVS will be guests. You will order See EVENTS pg. 12 See REUNIONS pg. 12
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com DECEMBER 31, 2025 NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE www.WinterTexanTimes.com 2024 Park Directory 2025 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Published By: Park Directory RIO GRANDE VALLEY MOBILE HOME & RV 2024-2025 EDITION Page 3 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide 2025-2026 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide Vol. 28, No. 1 2025-2026 Edition Published by Nexus Publishing, LLC 1217 N. Conway Mission, Texas 78572 (956) 580-7800 www.wintertexantimes.com © Copyright 2025 by Nexus Publishing, LLC. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the express consent of the publisher. All rights reserved. WELCOME ABOUT THE COVER Top Photo: South Padre Island is a great place to enjoy flying a kite. This photo was taken at the SPI Kite Fest. (Photo by Anastasia Brunson) Bottom Photos: Spoonbills are just one type of bird you can see in their natural habitat at the SPI Birding, Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary. (Photo by Carina A. Brunson) Los Lagos Golf Course in Edinburg is just one of many golf courses you can find in south Texas, also known as Golfer’s Paradise. (Photo by Anastasia Brunson) The Valley hosts many events throughout the year. A favorite among the Valley’s winter visitors is Mission’s Winter Texan Fiesta that takes place in March. (Photo by William Brunson) Whether you prefer nature and the outdoors, historical sites, parks, fishing, boating, or parasailing over the surf at South Padre Island, the Rio Grande Valley has it all. Visitors can enjoy all the Valley has to offer year-round due to the Valley’s mild winter weather. Over 100,000 Winter Texans stay for the winter season to enjoy our warm, subtropical climate with an average temperature of 65-70 degrees. Winter Texans are not the only ones who have discovered the Rio Grande Valley. Birding, butterfly, and nature enthusiasts from all parts of the country come to the Valley every year, attracted by the 545 species of birds and 330 butterfly species that are either native to the area or that migrate through the Valley each year. Because of its neo-tropical climate, the Rio Grande Valley is home to many tropical birds that can be seen nowhere else in the United States. It is also a major bird migration corridor with two major flyways converging here. The Rio Grande Valley is also a place full of history. From battle sites to the only lighthouse on the gulf shores, to museums with artifacts, to chapels, historic homes, and old stores. Every Valley city has a story to tell. Whether you are a Winter Texan, a family with young children, or just someone that enjoys the outdoors, history and culture, the Rio Grande Valley has something to offer everyone. Inside you will find beautiful maps that pinpoint featured locations throughout the Valley. We have broken up the area into eight regions, so whatever area you are visiting, you have a map to see what is close to you. With all there is to see and do in the Rio Grande Valley, we hope you enjoy your stay! Inside this guide RGV Regional Map & Index ......................4-5 Points of Interest ............................................ 6 Golfers’Paradise ........................................... 47 Valley Birding & Nature Events .................. 48 World Class Birding & Nature Sites .......49-53 Valley Chamber Offices ............................... 54 To The Rio Grande Valley Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Published By: 2025-2026 Edition Page 1 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide 2025-2026 Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Published By: 2025-2026 Edition Call 956.580.7800 or Email ads@wintertexantimes.com FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES While I love spending time with family, I also enjoy low key holiday gatherings like these. It really shows me the many blessings I have in my life, and how blessed I am to have amazing friendships. I hope yours was as blessed as mine and that you found something to be thankful for as well. I recently saw a post on Facebook that was a follow up to the gentleman that was raising funds to buy turkeys for the Penitas Food Pantry. I was so happy to hear that with the support of his park, and the surrounding Martin Ranch properties, they were able to provide turkeys and meals for those that were in need not only for Thanksgiving, but also the two weeks leading up to Christmas. He, and that community, have been so blessed by the giving spirit of those in the community. He isn’t the only one I have seen posts from. There are so many that have given of themselves these past two months. Y’all are truly a blessing to the Valley and the communities you take in as part of your own. With the new year starting tomorrow, I hope that we all continue to be blessed by those we choose to be around, and by the deeds we choose to partake in. I give a huge thank you to all of you for being a part of our lives in some way or another, by reading our paper, by sending us news items, etc. We believe you are part of our family as well. We love our Winter Texan friends, and we love having you here. I hope you have a very safe and fun New Year’s Eve and look forward to what the new year brings for all of us. ~ Rina RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 Located in the historic Champion Building on Railroad Ave., the 1899 building was once a dry goods store and residence and later served as a post office and railroad depot. Joseph Champion was an Italian immigrant who settled in Texas in 1855. Charles Champion was born in 1870 in Old Point Isabel. He served as district clerk in Hidalgo County before purchasing the Hess General Store in Point Isabel in 1894. He renamed it The Champion Store and continued to operate the business. In 1899, Champion erected this two-story building and named it “The Key of the Gulf.” The first floor housed the general merchandise store, the US Customs House and the post office. Champion, a proponent of a deep-water port in Point Isabel, died in 1926 before its completion in 1933. He was buried next to wife in the Point Isabel Cemetery. The façade of the museum features a fish mural painted in 1906 by a local fisherman. The museum features artifacts from the 1554 shipwreck, has one of the largest collections of relics from the US Mexican War, and offers a timeline of Port Isabel’s development into a major fishing port including the history of the Texas International Fishing Tournament. The museum is open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call for current hours of operation. Admission to the museum is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors (over 55), and $3 for students and children. For more information, visit www.portisabelhistory.com or call (956) 943-7602. Port Isabel Lighthouse To get a great view of the Laguna Madre, climb to the top of the Point (Port) Isabel Lighthouse which was constructed in 1852 to guide ships through the Brazos Santiago Pass and into the Laguna Madre. Opened as a State Park in 1952, it is the only lighthouse open to the public on the Texas Gulf coast. Also on the grounds of the Lighthouse is the Keeper’s Cottage Visitor Center. The Port Isabel Lighthouse is a Texas Historical Commission State Historic Site. In 2022, the Texas Historical Commission funded and coordinated the reproduction of a 3rd Order Fresnal Lens to be fitted into the lantern room at the top of the lighthouse. The lighthouse had a celebration in December of that year commemorating the first official lighting of the historic lighthouse in 117 years. The Lighthouse is open daily, weather permitting. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and News Year’s Day. Admission prices are adults $5, seniors $4, and students $3. For more information visit www.portisabellighthouse.com or call (956) 943-0735. While you are cruising around Port Isabel, take notice of the dolphin statues around town. These are much like the decorated turtles on SPI, butterflies in Mission, and the Boots in Mercedes. These began as an initiative with local artists to restore and beautify the city’s iconic dolphin statues and infuse additional artistic vibrancy in the city. Old statues were repaired and restored before creating additional sculptures. You’ll one as you drive into the city, one by the lighthouse, and another in front of the art gallery – just to name a few. And don’t forget to go out onto Pirate’s Landing Fishing Pier – to fish, or just for a great view – and check out the Black Dragon Pirate Cruise – an attraction that features a two-hour cruise with water gun fights, sword battles, cannon firings, tales of pirates, and area history. PORT ISABEL From pg. 1
DECEMBER 31, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES TOURNAMENT & OPEN PLAY WEEK: JAN 26 - FEB 2, 2026 SOUTH PADRE ISLAND CONVENTION CENTER & ISLA GRAND RESORT INDOOR & OUTDOOR TOURNAMENT PLAY SELKIRK DEMO DAYS, EVERYDAY OPEN PLAY, BEGINNER LESSONS, FUN GAMES VENDORS, GIVEAWAYS & ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTED BY: RGV PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION 413 896 0756 RGVPICKLEBALL.ORG We Love Our Winter Texans! Thank you for making us your home away from home! Walking Distance to the La Plaza Mall and several restaurants. For Reservations 956-378-4046 www.mcallen-studio6.com 700 Savannah Ave. McAllen, TX Lock In Your Rates For Next Winter Winter Texan 7 Day Plus Special! $327.67 Queen Bed • $375.97 2 Full Size Beds • Nightly, 7 Day Plus Rates Available • Fully Equipped Kitchens • Free Wi-Fi • Outdoor Pool • Small Pet Welcome (with fee) • Guest Laundry Service PLEASE MENTION AD FOR SPECIAL! SPECIAL! 7 Day Plus New Year’s Eve Birding at Quinta Mazatlán Quinta Mazatlán invites you to end your year with a morning of Birding, Wednesday, December 31, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., with Education Specialist and life-long birder Isidro Montemayor. Winter is a great time to get out Birding welcoming an amazing variety of Valley Specialty birds, like the Green Jay, Great Kiskadee, and Plain Chachalaca to name a few. The season also welcomes birds that spend their winter down in South Texas. Ducks, sparrows, owls, even rare birds from Mexico can be seen in the Valley during winter. From binocular basics to bird calls and behavior, you’ll leave this guided experience feeling more in-tune with our avian friends. Join Bentsen-RGV State Park for January programs There are many upcoming programs at Bentsen-RGV State Park to enjoy this January. Several programs are continuing, and there will be a double dose of the speaker series. There will also be two birding tram tours offered in addition to the regular bird walks. Thomas “TC” Riddle, park interpreter/ volunteer coordinator at the park says they are hoping to add even more programs, so keep an eye on the park website or Facebook page for the latest updates on programs. There will be fun and informative programs for all ages. Scheduled programs are free with park admission. Please note that reservations are required for some programs. All programs meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters unless otherwise specified. See QUINTA MAZATLAN pg. 12 See BENTSEN RGV pg. 13 Isidro Montemayor is an Education Specialist at Quinta Mazatlán and highly experienced Birder. (Photo courtesy of Quinta Mazatlan) Vibrantly colored birds roam the park, providing memorable experiences for visitors. Northern Cardinal at Bentsen - RGV State Park. (Photo courtesy of Thomas Riddle, TPWD)
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com DECEMBER 31, 2025 Wait times may vary. Physicians are independent practitioners who, with limited exceptions, are not employees or agents of South Texas Health System. The System shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the nondiscrimination notice, visit our website. 252907866-2993963 6/25 Close-to-Home Care Home Care WITH LIMITED WAIT TIMES Visit southtexashealthsystem.com/outpatient for more information. Valley residents can rely on the freestanding emergency departments of South Texas Health System® for quality emergency care and closeto-home health checks and screenings. Our freestanding emergency departments are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, staffed with ER nurses and physicians ready to treat a wide range of emergencies. In addition to providing quality emergency care, a variety of health checks and screenings – with limited wait times – are available, including: • Bone density and computed tomography (CT) scanning • Digital X-rays Diagnostic, imaging and lab appointments are available on a same-day, walk-in basis. Discounted rates are available for cash payments. Our freestanding emergency departments are located in: Alamo • McColl • Mission • Monte Cristo • Pharr • Ware Rd. • Weslaco • Laboratory tests • Digital mammography MHM calls for Antique Quilts for “Turning of the Quilts” Charlotte Underwood The Mission Historical Museum (MHM) is now accepting submissions for its Turning of the Quilts program. The museum is looking for antique, vintage, or unique quilts to be featured in a special presentation, where each quilt will be revealed and celebrated one by one. A knowledgeable presenter will provide historical context and details about each quilt’s story. Submission Details Quilts can be dropped off at the Mission Historical Museum until January 31, Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed December 24, 25, 31). Participants are asked to include key information about the quilt, such as the maker’s name, the quilt’s age, how it was acquired, and any personal stories associated with it. Multiple quilt submissions are welcome. The Turning of the Quilts program will be featured during the Awards Ceremony of the 20th Annual Mission Quilt Show on February 6, 2026, at 2 p.m. This event provides a unique opportunity for the community to showcase their quilts and learn more about their history. For more information or to submit your quilt, please contact the Mission Historical Museum at (956) 580-8646. About the Mission Historical Museum The Mission Historical Museum is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, which first opened its doors in 2002, and serves the community of Mission and visitors to the area. Via donations, the Mission Historical Museum is able to offer free admission. The Museum maintains both permanent and temporary exhibits and presents a variety of events and programs for all ages. Our interpretation goal is to inspire the citizens of our community through the presentation of our exhibits. The museum is located at 900 Doherty Ave. in Mission. Antique quilts are handled very carefully while shown during the Turning of the Quilts at the 2019 MHM Quilt Show. (Photo by Greg Uhrbrock)
DECEMBER 31, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 8 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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, December 31 Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30-9am. Wednesday Burger Fry - Chimney Park, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, Huge ½ lb. burger fry meal for $8pp. Also serving homemade southern baked beans, ¼ lb. hot dogs, sweet potato fries, chili, corn dogs, with all the fixins’, and sauces. Drinks and ice cream. On the beautiful Rio Grande River. 4224 S. Conway Ave. 956-585-5061. Country Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-3:30pm. Trail Dance Lessons - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 1pm, Beginners 1 p.m., intermediate 2 p.m. Questions, 815-383-6783. 1005 Stewart Rd. Murder Mystery Dinner & Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 4:30pm, $25pp. Get your tickets early. Doors open 4:30 p.m. Show starts 5 p.m. Meal served 5:30 p.m. Dancing 7-9 p.m. Spaghetti or baked chicken with veggies, salad, dessert. Square Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-9pm, MS & Plus with Rounds. $6pp. 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. New Year’s Eve Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, TBD. New Years Eve Party - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 7-12:30am, Les Cantos, $15pp. Social Hour 7-9 p.m. BYOB, free ice, buffet of appetizers, NYE fun stuff, champagne/ cider at midnight. Reservations are required. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. New Year’s Eve Dance - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7pm, The Rovers, 7-10 p.m. Live DJ “Big D”, 10 p.m.-midnight. $10pp. Bring your own snacks and drinks. 50/50 tickets available to purchase. 100 E. Hackberry Ave. New Year’s Eve Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7-12:30am, Kenaston’s, $20pp at the door. Prepaid tickets $15 single, $25 couple. For info on pre sale tickets, call Jim Golgart, 507-420-1937. New Year’s Eve Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-10pm, Darlene & The Boys, $8pp at the door. BYOB. Soda, water, and snacks available to purchase. We now have extra parking! New Year’s Eve Dance - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7-10pm, Southern Proof Band, $15pp. 2100 Vernon. New Year’s Eve Party - Seven Oaks RV Park, Mission, 7:30pm, Theme is Rt 66, $TBD. DJ. Bring finger food to share, BYOB. NYE Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 8-12am, Southern Vibes, $20pp in advance. Ticket sales open to the public starting November 28. 800 State Hwy. 495. New Year’s Eve Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 8-12am, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $15pp. 956-787-6461. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 8-12am, The Howlers, $20pp. Purchase tickets in advance to reserve seat or at the door based on seating availability. NO OUTSIDE BEVERAGES/COOLERS/ DRINK CUPS ALLOWED. Liquor permitted in a clear flask only. 956597-6900 ext. 3. 200 N. Val Verde Rd. NYE Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 8-12am, Vinyl Spin, $20pp. Reservations required. 50/50 & door prizes. Free lite refreshments/ice. Soda & popcorn for sale. BYOB & snacks. Free hats, etc. New Year’s Eve Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 8-12am, Burnin’ Ember, $20pp. BYOB. Pop & water available for sale, free ice. Phone in advance for ticket availability as likely sold out! 802 S. International Blvd. 956-376-1248. Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 8-12am, Texas Wheels, $20pp. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 8-12am, Cool Change, $20pp. NYE Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 8-12am, Poison Ivey, $20pp. Hourly raffles, 50/50, light breakfast served. Tickets available 9-12 noon at 7300 Monroe. New Years Eve Dance - Lakewood Village, Harlingen, 8-12am, Drifting Cowboy, $12pp. 4515 Graham Rd. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 8-12am, Buck Hollow, $15pp. New Year’s Eve Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 8-12am, Sweetwater, $18pp. Finger foods, special door prizes, party favors, and 50/50. 501 W. Owassa. New Year’s Eve Dance - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 8-12am, Route 66, $15pp. BYOB. 956-969-1557. 1601 S. Airport Dr. New Year’s Eve Dance - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 8-12am, Cowboy Elvis, $15pp presale/$20pp at the door. Breakfast included. NYE Dance - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 8pm, Gatos Locos, $18pp. Advance ticket sales only. Contact Margie at 765-744-0244. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 8-12am, Vintage Travelers, $15pp. Danceable music in a variety of styles including classic rock of 60’s-80’s oldies, little country, top hits of some disco and pop tunes. New Year’s Eve Dance - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 8-12am, Southern Blend, $18pp. BYOB. Ice, popcorn, party favors provided. 50/50 drawing, door prizes. New Year’s Eve Dance - McAllen Mobile Park, 8-12am, Blue Wolf Duo, $12pp. Potluck, free popcorn, door prizes, 50/50, BYOB. New Year’s Eve Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 8:1512:15am, Muzik, $20pp. 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. New Year’s Eve - Casa del Sol, Donna, 8:15pm, Dave Perryman and the Country Review, $14pp. New Year’s Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8:3012am, Retro Rockers, $20pp. Includes free appetizer and buffet at break time. Check ticket availability with activity office. New Year’s Eve - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 8:30-12:30am, Rewind, $25pp. Doors open 7:30 p.m. BYOB, ice & pop available for sale. 50/50 draw & raffle. Lunch 10:30 p.m. Champagne at midnight. Contact Terry for tickets, 204-557-2434. 2300 E. Bus. 83. New Year’s Eve Dance - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8:30-12:30am, Vintage, $15pp. New Year’s Eve Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 9-12am, Ron Moshier, $20pp. New Year’s Eve Dance - Canyon CALENDAR PARKS See PARKS pg. 11
9 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com DECEMBER 31, 2025 Saturday Concert 2pm & 7pm Check Program Schedule Changes Bibleville.Conference.Grounds riogrande.edu Larry Delawder Family Larry started his musical career with the Dixie Melody Boys in 1987 and later with Gary McSpadden. His talent for harmonica and comedy has brought him many awards. Now his wife Sara and daughter Faith join him in concerts. Bibleville Conference Grounds 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Alamo, Tx 78516 (956) 787-2024 email: bibleville@riogrande.edu Concert •January 3, 2026 BIBLEVILLE Conference Grounds January 4-9, 2026 Director of Brazil Gospel Fellowship Mission, planted church congregations in Brazil, passionate about evangelism and discipleship Dan Anderson Bible Conferences 10:30am Sunday 7pm Nightly & Bibleville Conference Grounds 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Alamo, Tx 78516 (956) 787-2024 email: bibleville@riogrande.edu Check Program Schedule Changes Bibleville.Conference.Grounds riogrande.edu Ladies Tea 2pm Thursday, January 8 BIBLEVILLE Conference Grounds 1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008 LINE DANCING WITH KEITH Mondays • 10 am - 12 pm • Improver Wednesdays • 10 am - 12 pm • Improver Thursdays • 10 am - 12 pm • Beginner SATURDAY DANCES Texas Wheels • 7 - 10 pm • $10 CHURCH SERVICES Sundays • 9 am ENTERTAINMENT Tues. Jan. 6 • 7 - 10 pm Fabulous Crusiers • $12 Pre-sale tickets available at office Tues. Jan. 13 • 7 - 9 pm Anthony Hernandez Illusions • $10 Tues. Jan. 20 • 4:30 - 6:30 pm Julia Lane Cooper - Cruise Murder Mystery Dinner Party • $20 Pre-sale only. Dinner included. Tues. Jan. 27 • 7 - 9 pm Goldwing Express • $10 Sundays 1:30-5:30pm Live Music in Event Center Now Hiring Kitchen Help & Servers 1 Hour River Tours Wed • 1:00pm Thurs • 1:00pm Fri • 1:00pm Sat • 1:00pm Seniors - $13 Adults - $15 Child - $11 Wed • 11am-8pm Thurs • 11am-8pm Fri • 11am-8pm Sat • 11am-8pm Sun • 11am-8pm OPEN (956) 581-1033 Riverside In-MissionTx RELAX OUTSIDE By The Rio Grande River Friday Fish Fry 3:00pm-7:00pm White Fish or Shrimp Dinner $14.99 Combo Dinner $15.99 Coleslaw, Baked Beans, French Fries, Hush Puppies RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours Call (956) 581-4477 Reserve Now for Current Week Only Additional River Tours Added as Needed Covered Cushion Seating/ Enclosed Windows & Heating No Outside Beverages or Food Allowed Starting in January Live Music Thursday, Friday, Saturday January 4 Steven May & The Southern Knights Thursdays 1:00-5:00pm The Lady & The Outlaw January 11 Wally Garza & Texas Blood riversideclubmission.com • 214 E. Chimney Rd. • Mission, TX 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 Jan 3 • Ron Moshier 7pm • $10 • Mission Bell Ballroom Jan 8 • The Howlers 7pm • $10 • Mission Bell Ballroom Jan 10 • Cruisers 7pm • $12 • Mission Bell Ballroom Jan 15 • Texas Wheels 7pm • $10 • Mission Bell Ballroom JAMS Mondays • Big Band Jam 1pm Lunch 12-1pm • Mission Bell Hall Thursdays • Country Jam 1pm Lunch 12-1pm • Mission Bell Ballroom (No Jam or Lunch Jan 1) Fridays • Country Jam 6pm Tradewinds Hall CHURCH SERVICE Sundays • 9:30am Mission Bell Ballroom SHOWS Dec 31 • Murder Mystery - Dinner & Dance 5pm (doors open at 4:30pm) • $25 Mission Bell Ballroom , - t , , . , , y f p r , . . f , . , n n - y y . . e , a n n For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
DECEMBER 31, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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 Valley Star AWARDS SHOW F E B 1 1 2 0 2 6 15th Annual Brought to you by Who will be the 2026 Entertainer of the Year? Find out in person at this year’s Valley Star Awards Show SAVE THE DATE Valley Star Awards Show Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Tickets on Sale January 2026 Ballots available January 14, 2026 ? BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051 W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna,TX 78537 SUSAN THOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 WEDSNESDAYS • ENTERTAINMENT • 7-9 PM Jan 7 • Goldwing Express • $10 Jan 11, 3-4pm • RGV Band • $8 Ice cream bars, soda & popcorn for sale. BYOB & snacks. TUESDAYS • HAPPY HOUR • 3-5 PM PASS THE HAT Jan 6 • Bruce Boudreau Soda & popcorn for sale. 50/50 & door prizes. Free ice. BYOB & snacks. FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10 PM Dec 31, 8pm-12am • Vinyl Spin • $20 NYE Dance. Reservations Required. Jan 2 • Retro Rockers • $10 PJ Party Nite Dance Jan 9 • Buck Hollow Band • $10 Jan 13 • The Fabulous Cruisers • $12 Soda & popcorn for sale. 50/50 & door prizes. Free lite refreshments/ice. BYOB & snacks. Jan 3 • Patio Sales Jan 9 • Craft Fair FAIRS & SALES • 8 AM-12 PM SOLD OUT DANCES • 6-9PM • $10 Dec 31, 8:30pm-12am • Retro Rockers • $20 Incl. free appetizer and buffet at break time. Jan 3 • Hot Rodz Jan 9 • Rewind MEALS Jan 10 • 8am - Noon Breakfast 7:30-9am | Lunch 11am-12:30pm CRAFT SHOW HAPPY HOUR • 3-5PM • PASS THE HAT Jan 7 • Ron Moshier 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive • Palmview 956-585-0703 Red Bertolucci Activity Director ALL EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC SHOWS • 7PM Jan 8 • Rick McEwen • $10 Jan 12 & 26 • Soup Supper • 4pm Jan 5 & 19 • Mon. Dinner • 4:30pm Dec 31, Jan 7 & 21 • Wed. Breakfast • 7:30-9am Jan 8, 15, 22 & 29 • Thur. Lunch • 11:30am-1pm SPEED DATING EVENT Jan 7 • 12:30 - 2:30pm Call Activity Office for additional info 1201 N. Main Street La Feria, TX 956-797-1851 Machelle Pepelea - Activity Director Kenwood Rv Resort . Enjoy Life. Enjoy it here. Entertainment Bluegrass Band Jam Line Dancing with Jeannie Mondays • 9:30-11:00am $3 Donation Tuesdays • 1:30-3:30pm No Jam December 30 Jayne’s Jukebox • $8 January 17 • 2:00-4:00pm Goldwing Express • $10 January 30 • 6:00-8:00pm Steve St. Clair, Activity Director 400 N. Val Verde Rd. - Donna, TX 78537 956-464-9024 CASA DEL SOL JAMS - EVERY FRIDAY Kitchen Open 11am-12:30pm Music 12:30-3pm Country Jams resume January 2 ENTERTAINMENT Jan. 7, 7-9pm – $8 Matt Macis Jan. 14, 7-9pm – $10 Tim Hadler’s George Strait Tribute Show HAPPY HOUR Jan. 15, 2-4pm – Pass the hat Bob Buttermore, The Country Elvis DANCES Dec. 31, 8:15pm – $14 Dave Perryman and the Country Review Jan. 9, 7-9pm – $9 Double Decker Band A Wilder RV Resort Dance • 7-10pm Happy Hour • 5-7pm Dec 31 • Texas Wheels • $20 Jan 9 • Agency • $12 Jan 16 • The Cruisers • $12 Jan 6 • Buck Hollow • PTH 1401 S. Cage Blvd., Pharr • 956.787.5957 Show • 7-9pm Jan 13 • Rick McEwen • $10 Jan 20 • Mark Merchant • $10 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 DECEMBER 31, 2025 Lake RV Resort, Mission, 9-12am, Cheyenne Band, $15pp at the door. BYOB & snacks. NYE Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9pm, DJ Roland, $TBA. Ring in the New Year 2026 with us! This is a pre-paid event. 956-423-3137. 2801 Harrison. NYE Dance - Llano Grande Resort, Mercedes, 9pm, The Brody River Band, $20pp. $5pp more at the door. Event Center. Cafe & Bar open. 956-790-8445. 2215 E. W. Blvd. Thursday, January 1 All You Can Eat Pancakes or a Waffle - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, $6pp & $7pp. Served with eggs, sausage, and coffee. Bring your own table settings. 605 E. 7th St. Line Dancing with Keith - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10amNoon, Beginner dancer. Music Jams - We RV Champions of Rio Hondo, 1-3pm, Winter Texans enjoying instrumental music. Country Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 5:30pm, Snacks will be served at half time, donations accepted, 50/50. Hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be served at break for $5. Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6pm. Church Service - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Auditorium. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Friday, January 2 Craft Show - Palm Shadows RV/ MH Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Contact Cathy Hague at palmshadowscraftshow@gmail.com. Reservation forms are available on www.palmshadowsrvpark.com. 200 N. Val Verde Rd. Chair Exercise - AmeriCana RV Park, Palmview, 9-10am, Exercise classes led by Mary! Bring a towel, water bottle and a positive attitude. Meet people and join in on the low key, stress-less, no judgment exercise classes. Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:302:30pm. Country Music Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30-3pm, Kitchen is open 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with weekly specials. Yahoo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-2:30pm. Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Play an instrument, sing a song, dance a little dance. Just come for an afternoon of music and friendship. Coffee, raspberry tea, and cookies will be served for a donation. Everyone is welcome. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd. Line Dancing Lessons with Joyce - We RV Champions of Rio Hondo, 1-3pm, Learn how to line dance with music. Trail Dance Lessons - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 1pm, Beginners 1 p.m. Intermediate 2 p.m. Questions, 815-383-6783. Fish Fry - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-6pm, $12pp. 7300 Monroe. Friday Night Fish Fry - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:305:30pm. Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-7pm, 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Karaoke - Palm Shadows RV/ MH Park, Donna, 5-8pm, Lounge. No outside coolers, beverages, cups or food allowed. Country Jam & Dancing - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, 717-877-8375 for info. Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 6pm, Tradewinds. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6:30-8:30pm, 956-7876461. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $10pp. PJ Party Nite Dance - Bit-OHeaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Retro Rockers, $10pp. 50/50 & prizes. Free lite refreshments/ice. Soda & popcorn for sale. BYOB & snacks. Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, Kenaston’s High Country, $10pp. 205 S. Stewart Rd. Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moser, $9pp at the door. BYOB. Soda, water, and snacks available to purchase. We now have extra parking! Saturday, January 3 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9am. Patio Sales - Palm Shadows RV/ MH Park, Donna, 8am-Noon. Patio Sale - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 8-11am, 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Saturday Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 8-9am, Available for purchase. Paradise Park Clubhouse. Please bring your tableware, silverware and coffee cup. 100 E. Hackberry Ave. Craft Show - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 8am-Noon, Breakfast available 8:30-10:30 a.m. Lunch available 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Park Rummage Sale - Quiet Village II, Donna, 8am-5pm, Lots of miscellaneous items. 215 South Valley View Rd. Saturday Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 8-10am, Huge full breakfast menu, $8pp. 4224 S. Conway Ave. 956-585-5061. Patio Sales - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon. Saturday Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, $7pp. Arts & Craft Sale - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am. Plus Square Dance Review - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-11am, $5pp. 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Gate Sale - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9-11am, 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Rock & Roll Jam - Chimney Park, Mission, Noon-2pm, With The Howlers. Lunches available 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Fantastic Jam. Weather permitting we will play on our Outdoor Stage. Hosted by Keith K. Keith.chimneypark@outlook.com, 785-230-1469. Please submit your music to him at least a week ahead of time. 4224 S. Conway Ave. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm, Larry Delawder Family. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Karaoke with Andrew - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 6-9pm, Hot Rodz, $10pp. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Burnin’ Ember, $9pp. 800 State Hwy. 495. Bingo - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-9pm, Doors open 6:30 p.m. 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $10pp. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Larry Delawder Family. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Dance - Country Sunshine, Weslaco 7-9:30pm, Sock Hop with The Warman Trio, $12pp. 956969-1557. 1601 S. Airport Dr. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Ron Moshier, $10pp. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Buck Hollow Band, $10pp. Sunday, January 4 Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8:30am, 205 S. Stewart Rd. Church Service - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 8:30am, Fellowship 8:30 a.m. Service 9 a.m. Non-Denominational Church Service - San Juan Gardens, 9am, 900 E. Bus. Hwy. 83. Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-10am, 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Bible Studies & Prayer - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9am, Activity Building. 1346 PARKS From pg. 8 See PARKS pg. 14
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