Vol. 40, No. 1 © 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 The Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas invites the community to their 56th Annual Dakee Si (Fall Gathering) Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas Powwow on SatINDEX Events Calendar p 4 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 Business Guide p 13 Classifieds p 14 Hello and welcome back to South Texas and the great Rio Grande Valley! We are always excited to see you return, or visit us for the first time, each year. And if it is your first time here – we want to wish you a great big Texas welcome. We know you are going to love your time here. Also, if you aren’t in the Valley yet, we hope you find your way here soon and get here safely to your Texas home. The Valley is a great place to be. You can always find great people, great friends, great weather, good food, and a variety of things to do. Welcome Back Winter Texan Friends 56th Annual Dakee Si Powwow this weekend Hello Winter Texan Friends! This here is our Volume 40 – 40 years of the Winter Texan Times! It’s amazing how things have changed in the last 40 years. I began working for Mission Publishing in 1996. Back then we used our computers mostly for writing our stories and formatting it for our column width. We would use clip art from CD’s and make it the size we needed or border tape for building ads – along with using the computer to format text. Then, nearly everything was built using lined paper and a light table, and a lot of melted wax. It was a tedious task, and we had to make sure everything stayed together. A roller was a big help, but sometimes things would fall off. The term, ‘check for any chickens’ See POWWOW pg. 14 See WELCOME pg. 14 See RAMBLINGS pg. 13 Rina’s Ramblings Early arrivals (from left) Doug and DeLora Sullivan and Debbie and Jeff Hesse on the balcony at the Canada Store restaurant. (File photo by Herb Moering) WELCOME BACK! We’re Glad You’re Here! The McAllen Wind Ensemble is proud to announce its upcoming 2026–2027 concert season, inviting audiences throughout the Rio Grande Valley to expeMcAllen Wind Ensemble announces 2026–2027 concert season See MWE pg. 12 Pow Wow. (Photo by Anastasia Brunson) MWE Performance. (Courtesy photo)
OCTOBER 21, 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com 2 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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 to host Dia de los Muertos Folklife Festival The Mission Historical Museum invites the community to celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Día de los Muertos Folklife Festival on Saturday, October 24, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Mission Historical Museum, located at 900 Doherty Ave., in Mission. The free, family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, food and merchandise vendors, free face painting, and a photo booth. The festival’s main attraction will be the Community Altar Exhibit, honoring loved ones and celebrating the traditions and cultural heritage of Día de los Muertos. Admission is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring family and friends and enjoy an afternoon of music, art, food, and community tradition. For more information, please contact the Mission Historical Museum at (956) 580-8646. City of Edinburg invites community to thrilling Fall Festival The City of Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up to welcome the community to its loteria-themed Fall Festival on Thursday, October 29. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costumes as they join city staff for what promises to be a spooktacular event. The event is set to begin at 6 p.m. at Edinburg Municipal Park, located at 714 S. Raul Longoria Rd. The festivities aim to provide a safe and fun alternative to traditional doorto-door trick-or-treating, allowing attendees of all ages to enjoy a family-friendly evening ahead of the spookiest day of the year. Residents are encouraged to fill their baskets with candy at the festival’s trunk-or-treat, participate in age-division and group costume contests, enjoy an assortment of games and rides, and eat delicious foods from several local vendors. The Fall Festival will also feature a pumpkin patch, perfect for photos with family and friends. The festival is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (956) 381-5631.
3 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com OCTOBER 21, 2026 Dan Brunson Publisher dan@wintertexantimes.com Carina Brunson Editor carina@wintertexantimes.com Anastasia Brunson Office Manager anastasia@wintertexantimes.com © Copyright 2026-2027 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. Your submissions are welcome! We are interested in news about your events, organizations, exhibits, fundraising, and more, from parks, chambers, cities, museums, and other venues. We want to see your news items, photos of recent park activities, or news story ideas about your park or park residents. Submission deadlines for calendars, news & advertising are each Thursday prior to the following Wednesday’s issue date. News, Events Calendar, & Reunion submissions must include details including who, what, where, when; point of contact including full name, email address, mailing address, and phone number. Parks Calendar submissions will only be accepted through official channels from Park Managers or Park Activity Directors. Email submissions and requests to: Advertising: ads@wintertexantimes.com News Desk: news@wintertexantimes.com Parks Calendar: parkscal@wintertexantimes.com Classified Ads: classifieds@wintertexantimes.com 1217 N. Conway, Mission, Texas 78572 (956) 580-7800 • www.wintertexantimes.com Discover the secrets beneath the Texas Coast at Port Isabel Lighthouse Discover the stories hidden beneath the Texas coast at the Archeology Fair at Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historic Site on October 23 and 24. Visitors to the event can explore South Texas shipwrecks, learn about prehistoric archeological sites, and even watch archeologists conduct fieldwork on the historic lighthouse grounds. The free fair highlights the cultural and maritime history of the Texas coast while providing a behind-the-scenes look at the science of archeology. Friday’s activities begin at 3 p.m. at the Lighthouse Boutique Hotel, 401 E. Maxan St., where Houston-based Burns & McDonnell will give a presentation about the Garcia Pasture Site. The Keeper’s Cottage Visitor Center will host a reception from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., with VIP lighthouse tours from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. At 7:30 p.m. on Friday, State Archeologist Brad Jones and State Marine Archeologist Amy Borgens will give a presentation on the lawn of the lighthouse, 421 E. Queen Isabella Blvd. Their presentation, projected onto the historic lighthouse itself, will explore shipwrecks and maritime archeology of South Texas, and explore how archeologists have uncovered clues about the coastal region’s past. On Saturday, October 24, the lighthouse grounds will feature vendors and family-friendly activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors can also watch archeoloo - d n - e d , a - l r d e - s d s g d - - e - gists at work as they conduct shovel tests on the lighthouse grounds, offering a glimpse into how researchers investigate historic sites before future construction projects. The lighthouse will be open for tours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The Archeology Fair is part of Texas Archeology Month, a celebration of history and heritage through the lens of archeology. About Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historic Site Built in 1852, the Port Isabel Lighthouse operated until 1905. Today, a 3rd Order Fresnel Lens lights up the dark skies at night, bringing the lighthouse to its former glory. The Port Isabel Lighthouse is the only climbable lighthouse in Texas. Seventy-five steps lead to an observation deck, giving visitors e l - e e f s . e s o , n Keeper’s Cottage and Port Isabel Lighthouse. (Photo by Carina A. Brunson) See LIGHTHOUSE pg. 7
OCTOBER 21, 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES EVENTS CALENDAR Every Week Our Savior Lutheran Church wants to invite the community to their Sunday worship services. Worship service is at 10 a.m., Fellowship at 11 a.m. Adult and children Sunday School begins at 11:15 a.m. Now through November 13 – The Mission Historical Museum invites the community to celebrate and honor the memories of loved ones by visiting its 2026 Community Altar Exhibit, a Dia de los Muertos exhibition. Altars have been decorated by community members and local organizations. The museum is located at 200 E. Tom Landry St. Admission is free and open to the public. Hours are 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every second Saturday of the month. October 23-24 – Discover the stories beneath the Texas coast at the Archeology Fair at Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historic Site. Visitors to the event can explore South Texas shipwrecks, learn about prehistoric archeological sites, and even watch archeologists conduct fieldwork on the historic lighthouse grounds. Friday’s activities begin at 3 p.m. at the Lighthouse Boutique Hotel, 401 E. Maxan St. Saturday’s activities begin at the lighthouse grounds at 11 a.m. The lighthouse will be open for tours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. October 23 – The Edinburg World Birding Center will host their Spooktacular from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy a night of ghostly games and fang-tastic festivities for free. The birding center is located at 714 S. Raul Longoria Rd. October 24 – The 8th annual SPI Muzicians Run will be held at Beach Waterpark. Runners and walkers will hit the island course accompanied by live mariachis and musicians along the route before celebrating at a lively finish-line fiesta. October 24 – DHR Health invites the community to their 2nd Annual Fall Fest and Health Fair from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at DHR Brownsville, 4750 N. Expressway 77. The event is free and open to the public. There will be health screenings, blood pressure checks, health education, and more. October 24 – Join the National Butterfly Center for Loteria Mariposa and learn about the wildlife around you. There will be refreshments and snacks for sale. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The NBC is located at 3333 Butterfly Park Dr. in Mission. October 24 – The Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas invites the community to their 56th Annual Dakee Si (Fall Gathering) Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas Powwow from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Alton Recreation Center, 349 Dawes Ave. Dancing and presentations will be held throughout the day. The event is free. October 24 – Mission Historical Museum will host their Dia de los Muertos Folklife Festival from 2 to 5 p.m. The event will feature live entertainment, food, and vendors, face painting, and a photo booth. Admission is free. The museum is located at 900 Doherty Ave. October 24 – Edinburg’s Cultural Arts Department invites the community to celebrate Dia de los Muertos from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Promenade Park Amphitheater (201 W. McIntyre St.). Admission to the festival is free. The event will feature local artisan and food vendors, interactive cultural displays, a main altar, and two “Remember Me” tribute walls. The highlight of the night is a grand procession that will take place at 7 p.m. showcasing Charros, dancing horses, Aztec dancers, Folklorico troupes, and Catrinas. There will also be live entertainment throughout the festival. Reserved seating will be available. Visit edinburgarts.com/losmuertosbailan for more information. October 25 – To raise awareness about osteoporosis and its potentially life-altering consequences, South Texas Health System will dedicate the latest episode of South Texas Healthy Living to the disease. It will air at 9 a.m. on KVEO NBC 23 as a 30-minute program featuring an in-depth conversation with a member of STHS McAllen Radiology Department about bone density testing, guidance for preserving strength, mobility and independence. October 25 – Hallowings: A Monarch Migration Celebration will take over South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free and features a native plant sale, live music, local vendors, face painting, sandcastle building, a butterfly habitat tour, snacks and other activities. The center is located at 6801 S. Padre Blvd. For more information, visit spibirding.org. October 25 – Join a park naturalist for a park tram tour at Bentsen Rio Grande Valley State Park at 6 p.m. Reservations are requested. Call park headquarters at (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. in Mission. October 29 – South Texas Health System and Prominence Health will host the CounterSTROKE: Threat of Stroke Conference from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the South Texas College Health Science Professions Campus, Building B, in McAllen. To register, contact Jaylin Barrera-Pina at (956) 877-0796 or Jaylin.Barrera@uhsinc. com. October 29 – The City of Edinburg invites the community to its loteria-themed Fall Festival at 6 p.m. at the Edinburg Municipal Park, 714 S. Raul Longoria Rd. Attendees are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes for the age-division and group costume contests. There will also be a trunk-or-treat, pumpkin patch, games, food, and more.
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com OCTOBER 21, 2026 Saturday 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Sunday 2:30 p.m. Adults $20 Children (under 18) $10 Tickets sold online and at the door 1209 Fair Park Blvd. Spooktacular 2026 at EWBC October 23 The Edinburg World Birding Center (EWBC) is brewing up a howling good time! Join them for Spooktacular 2026, a spellbinding evening of family-friendly thrills and chills on Friday, October 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy a night of ghostly games and fang-tastic festivities – all for free. Located at 714 S. Raul Longoria Rd., the Edinburg World Birding Center invites ghouls and goblins of all ages to experience a magical night filled with exciting activities. Spooktacular 2026 promises to be an unforgettable event, offering a range of thrilling experiences. Guests will be able to enjoy a variety of Scooby-Doo-themed games and challenges suitable for all ages. Visitors can also indulge in a sweet assortment of treats as they make their way through the event and discover interactive booths featuring Halloween-themed educational activities and surprises. There will also be a family-friendly Halloween film and photo ops at the event. This year’s Spooktacular event is designed to delight and entertain guests of all ages, from young trick-or-treaters to those young at heart. It’s a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the Halloween season in a safe, welcoming environment while exploring the birding center’s beautiful surroundings. Don’t miss out on this spooktacular evening of fun and fright at the Edinburg World Birding Center. Mission Historical Museum hosts community altar exhibit The Mission Historical Museum invites the community to celebrate and honor the memories of loved ones by visiting its 2026 Community Altar Exhibit, a Día de los Muertos exhibition running through November 13. Community members and local organizations decorated altars to celebrate remembrance and cultur- See ALTAR pg. 10 MHM Altar Exhibit. (Courtesy photo)
OCTOBER 21, 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.sharylanddentalcare.net 2407 E. Griffin Pkwy. – Mission, TX - 956-581-2773 @Sharyland Dental Care Richard A. Young D.D.S. FIND US ON FACEBOOK Now Accepting Cigna Medicare Advantage We’re All About Smiles Invest in your smile, and change your life. Your smile and your health deserve the best in decision making!!! • For dental care you can trust and have confidence in • Come See Us At Sharyland Dental Care Registration opens for Texas Master Naturalist training Texas Master Naturalist program training registration for the 2027 new class session is open through November 30. Weekly classes are held each Thursday from January 7 through March 25, 2027. Registration is open to Winter Texans and residents of Cameron, Hidalgo and Starr counties over the age of 18 to join the South Texas Border Chapter that meets in Edinburg. Texas Master Naturalist is a unique educational volunteer program sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Texas Sea Grant Program. “Texas Master Naturalists are volunteers with diverse interests. They receive in-depth training about the wildlife and natural resources of the Rio Grande Valley’s unique ecosystem,” said Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Wildlife Biologist and chapter advisor Ernesto Garcia-Ortega. “Volunteers work with community partners in approved activities and help educate others about the special land in which we live and how to help sustain it.” Students attend threehour evening classes at the Edinburg Scenic Wetlands and World Birding Center at 714 S. Raul Longoria Rd. Classes are taught by local university professors and other field experts, including those from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and U.S. Department of Agriculture. Daytime and two evening field trips are arranged for trainees, providing special access and learning opportunities. Trainees join volunteer teams with other chapter members and work among more than 60 local partners that include the chapter’s special projects, federal and local wildlife parks, coastal naturalist programs, cities, schools, and other public entities. Hundreds of opportunities are available to volunteers from studying wildlife to developing public native gardens, learning about native plants and habitat, citizen science projects, bird migration and shore birds to Gulf and beach inhabitants and trends. Class size is limited. The cost is $150 and includes textbook, fees, T-shirt, name tag and one-year membership. Limited scholarships of $100 are available as first come. Completed form is due by November 30. Visit this website to apply South Texas Border Chapter Texas Master Naturalist members (from left) Mirtala Rodriguez, Velma Schmidt, Bob Schmidt and Phoebe Fry set up an outreach table for a local nature park event. (Photo by Ruth Flores) See NATURALIST pg. 11 Butterflies, costumes and Halloween fun come together on South Padre Island when Hallowings: A Monarch Migration Celebration takes over the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary on Sunday, October 25, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sponsored in part by Visit South Padre Island, the free-admission celebration combines the excitement of Halloween with the annual fall migration of monarch butterflies, which is one of the Island’s most See HALLOWINGS pg. 10 Monarch migration meets Halloween fun at Hallowings celebration Monarch Butterfly. (National Butterfly Center courtesy photo)
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com OCTOBER 21, 2026 2508 W. Interstate Hwy. 2 Mission, TX 956-580-3370 STHS to host stroke education conference A stroke can happen without warning, turning an ordinary day into a life-threating emergency in a matter of seconds. To help older adults and caregivers better understand stroke prevention and the importance of acting quickly, STHS and Prominence Health are once again teaming up to host the CounterSTROKE: Combatting the Threat of Stroke Conference on Thursday, October 29, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the South Texas College Health Science Professions Campus, Building B, in McAllen. While anyone can experience a brain attack, the risk increases with age, making it especially important for older adults and their caregivers to recognize the symptoms and understand the importance of seeking immediate medical attention. More than 795,000 people in the United States experience a stroke each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet many people may not recognize the warning signs, potentially delaying critical treatment and increasing the risk of serious complications. Common symptoms include sudden weakness or numbness in the face, arm or leg; difficulty speaking or understanding speech; confusion; and vision problems. Other warning signs, including a sudden severe headache, dizziness or loss of balance, should not be ignored. “When it comes to stroke, time is one of the most important factors in determining a patient’s outcome,” says Veronica Olivarez, BSN, RN, Director of Neuroscience for South Texas Health System (STHS). “The longer someone goes without treatment, the greater the risk of serious complications, including difficulty speaking, walking or performing everyday activities.” While certain risk factors, including age and family history, cannot be changed, others can be managed. Keeping conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes under control can help reduce a person’s risk. The free event will feature educational seminars in English and Spanish led by STHS healthcare professionals, covering stroke prevention, risk factors, treatment options and the recovery process. Attendees can also take part in an exercise demonstration led by the STHS Rehabilitation Services Department and a healthy cooking presentation by the STHS McAllen Dietary Department. A community expo will provide information and connect attendees with local resources available to support stroke survivors and their caregivers. “We want people in our community to have the information and resources they need to take charge of their health,” says Tom Castañeda, System Director of Marketing & Public Relations, STHS. “This conference gives attendees an opportunity to learn directly from healthcare professionals and gain practical knowledge that could one day help save a life.” Attendees will also have access to level-of-care assessments provided by STHS and participating community partners. Lunch will be provided at no cost. For more information on CounterSTROKE Conference, visit the STHS Facebook Events page. To register, contact Jaylin Barrera-Piña at (956) 877-0796 or Jaylin.Barrera@uhsinc.com. unmatched sights of South Padre Island and the Texas coastline. About the Texas Historical Commission The Texas Historical Commission is the state’s official historic preservation agency. It preserves, operates, and manages 42 state historic sites, the Texas Heritage Trails Program, Texas Main Street Program, Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program, and many more heritage tourism and historic preservation initiatives across the state. The Texas Historical Commission’s mission is to protect and preserve the state’s historic and prehistoric resources for the use, education, enjoyment, and economic benefit of present and future generations. For more information, visit thc.texas.gov. LIGHTHOUSE From pg. 3
OCTOBER 21, 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com 8 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 Sundays 1:30-5:30pm Live Music Steven May & Leon Mann RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours Call (956) 581-4477 Reservations Suggested 1 Hour River Tours Adults - $15 Seniors - $13 Child - $11 2 Hour River Tours Adults - $28 Seniors - $24 Child - $20 Call For Schedule WE’RE OPEN (956) 581-1033 Riverside In-MissionTx Friday Fish Fry 3:00pm-7:00pm White Fish Dinner $14.99 Shrimp Dinner $15.99 Combo Dinner $16.99 Coleslaw, Baked Beans, French Fries, Hush Puppies 11:00am-8:00pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Relax Outside By The Rio Grande River Welcome Back! riversideclubmission.com • 214 E. Chimney Rd. • Mission, TX DANCES • 6-9PM • $10 Food available for purchase 5:30-7p.m. Oct 23 • Wally Garza & Texas Blood Oct 31 • Steven May & the Southern Knights Costume Contest Nov 6 • Vinyl Spin Nov 13 • Curt James HAPPY HOUR • 3-5PM • PASS THE HAT Food available for purchase 2:30-4p.m. Oct 27 • Michael Flores Nov 3 • The Lockharts Nov 10 • Bob Buttermore Nov 17 • Diego & Edith 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive • Palmview 956-585-0703 Red Bertolucci Activity Director ALL EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 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, October 21 Happy Hour - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 3-5pm, Curt James, pass the hat. Meal - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 5:30-7pm, Hamburgers, hotdogs, polish sausages, concessions. $. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $8pp. 956-7876461. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Friday, October 23 Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 6-9pm, Wally Garza and Texas Blood Band, $10pp. Food available for purchase 5:30-7 p.m. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Burnin’ Ember, $9pp. Saturday, October 24 Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Southern Vibes, $10pp. Tuesday, October 27 Happy Hour - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 3-5pm, Michael Flores, pass the hat. Food available for purchase 2:30-4 p.m. Wednesday, October 28 Meal - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 5:30-7pm, Hamburgers, hotdogs, polish sausages, concessions. $. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $8pp. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Thursday, October 29 Halloween Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Michael Flores & Southern Vibes, $10pp. Costume contest, door prizes, concessions, and 50/50. Tickets available at Activity Office and at the door. 956-787-5773. 1401 S. Cage Blvd. Friday, October 30 Halloween Party & Costume Contest - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $9pp. Prizes for three best costumes. Saturday, October 31 Country Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30-3:30pm, 2135 Bentsen Palm Dr. Dance/Costume Party - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 6-9pm, Vintage Travelers, $10pp. 2135 Bentsen Palm Dr. Halloween Dance - Pharr South CALENDAR PARKS For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
9 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com OCTOBER 21, 2026 Valley Star AWARDS SHOW F E B 1 0 2 0 2 7 16th Annual Brought to you by Who will be the 2027 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 10, 2027 Tickets on Sale January 2027 Ballots available January 13, 2027 ? Park, Pharr, 6-9pm, Route 66, $10pp at the door. 50/50, concessions, costume prizes, BYOB. Gates open 5:30 p.m. Halloween Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 6-9pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $10pp. Food available for purchase 5:30-7 p.m. Costume contest. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, The Fabulous Cruisers, $12pp. Halloween Dance - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 7-9:30pm, Michael Flores & Southern Vibes, $10pp at the door. Costumes encouraged! Snacks and soda available for purchase, BYOB. Sunday, November 1 Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8:30am, 205 S. Stewart Rd. Worship Service - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am, Non-denominational. Open to the Public. 715 N. Westgate Dr. Sunday Worship - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30am. Tuesday, November 3 Lunch - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 11am-12:45pm, 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 1-3pm, 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Happy Hour - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 3-5pm, The Lockharts, pass the hat. Food available for purchase 2:30-4 p.m. Wednesday, November 4 Meal - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 5:30-7pm, Hamburgers, hotdogs, polish sausages, concessions. $. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $8pp. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Thursday, November 5 Country Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-2:30pm. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 6-9pm, Ron Moshier, $10pp. Mission Bell Hall. Concessions open one hour prior. Bingo - Sun Valley Village, Harlingen, 7pm, Admission is free. 50 cents per card. Friday, November 6 Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 6-9pm, Vinyl Spin, $10pp. Food available for purchase 5:30-7 p.m. Entertainment - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $9pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Redline Band, $9pp. Saturday, November 7 Saturday Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9am. Park Wide Sale - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Gates open at 8 a.m. 956-597-6900. 200 N. Val Verde Rd. Shop Til You Drop Fall Market - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 10am-3pm, Join us for a fall shopping market featuring local vendors, seasonal finds, and more! 15257 US 83 Expy. Country Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30-3:30pm, 2135 Bentsen Palm Dr. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Burnin’ Ember, $10pp. Sunday, November 8 Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8:30am, 205 S. Stewart Rd. Worship Service - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am, Non-denominational. Open to the Public. 715 N. Westgate Dr. Sunday Worship - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30am. Tuesday, November 10 Lunch - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 11am-12:45pm, 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 1-3pm, 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Happy Hour - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 3-5pm, Bob Buttermore, pass the hat. Food available for purchase 2:30-4 p.m.
OCTOBER 21, 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES BRING US ALONG, & THERE’S ALWAYS MORE TO SEE, MORE TO DO Thanks for coming to Texas! Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 39, No. 22 © 2026 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, March 25, 2026 By Barb Zanetti Photos by Dennis Zanetti Joining forces with others, Elaine Snyder helped Alamo Palms Resort and its Classy Quilter group become one of the top in the Valley – one quilter at a time. Many say it’s her welcoming efforts and those of other experienced quilters that are responsible for more than tripling the number of park quilters to 65. Elaine believes the projects the park’s experienced quilters choose and the way they teach it makes all the difference. “I like offering classes for beginners to experts,” Elaine says about the 10 different one’s seasoned quilters led this year. She says if she teaches them to make a special block, the quilters have choices of how and what they’d like to do with them such as creating a starter project like a wall hanging or a table runner. However, the key to getting and keeping so many new quilters interested is that Elaine never wants them to feel alone or that they’re “not good enough.” She insists that INDEX Coupon Index p 3 Events Calendar p 9 Reunions p 9 Parks Calendar p 10 WintertainersTM p 11 Business Guide p 16 Classifieds p 21 Taste of the Valley p 23 As it is with every season, it eventually must come to an end – and we hate to see it end, but we know we have next season to look forward to. We always enjoy your time with us, and our time with you, and we will surely miss you while you are gone. We know you are coming to the Valley for the community, the weather, the value and so much more. We also know you are coming because of the welcomeness you receive, but it is also your warmness that makes us love seeing you each year. As you will see in this issue, and you have seen in previous issues, you do so many things while in the Valley. You go dancing, participate in activities, continue your hobbies, and so much more. Most of all, you have fun. You also participate in your community. You find charities and people to bond with. And together, you contribute and donate so much time, and so much of yourself. Whether you make quilts, teddy bears, read a book, fundraise, or collect food items – you find something in your community to love, and they love you back for everything you do. See THANK YOU pg. 4 Thank you so much for a wonderful season A Classy Hobby or a Life Changer? A ‘Classy Quilter’ Teacher Who’s Making a Difference See QUILTING pg. 18 Six students from PSJA High School in Alamo stand next to one of Alamo Palm’s fastest quilters, Julie Perry, who created the quilts they’ve wrapped around their shoulders. She says she does her best to make quilts that will appeal to teens, especially boys. (Photo compliments of Julie Perry) We enjoyed visiting with Winter Texans from all over the Valley at this year’s Winter Texan Fiesta. (Photo by Carina A. Brunson) 956.580.7800 1217 N CONWAY, MISSION Follow us on Facebook.com/ wintertexantimes www.WinterTexanTimes.com Call or Email ads@wintertexantimes.com FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES IN PRINT, ONLINE ON ANY DEVICE YOU WILL WANT TO TAKE IT WITH YOU WHEREVER YOU GO delivered to your inbox Never Miss an issue with the Winter Texan times subscribe to receive the weekly edition in your inbox at www.WinterTexanTimes.com/Newsletter remarkable natural events. Families are encouraged to come in costume and spend the day enjoying a native plant sale, live music, local vendors, face painting, sandcastle building, a butterfly habitat tour and planting session, snacks and other activities. “Fall is a wonderful time to visit South Padre Island, and the Hallowings celebration takes full advantage of that,” said Kelly deSchaun, Chief Executive Officer of Visit South Padre Island. “Families can enjoy Halloween fun while also experiencing the incredible migration of monarch butterflies and birds that pass through the Island each fall. Our location along a major migratory corridor gives visitors a unique opportunity to connect with nature in a way that is both entertaining and educational.” Hallowings is part of a full slate of October activities at the Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary celebrating fall, wildlife and migration. Visitors can also enjoy a special Spooky Sunset on the Boardwalk as part of the Center’s fall Sunset on the Boardwalk series. The evening program offers an opportunity to experience the wetlands and wildlife as the sun sets over the Laguna Madre, adding a Halloween twist to one of the Center’s signature fall experiences. For dates, times and additional information about Hallowings, the Spooky Sunset on the Boardwalk and other programs, visit the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary Events Hub, www.spibirding.org. HALLOWINGS From pg. 6 al heritage. The exhibit provides an opportunity for participants to share their cultural traditions, photographs, and meaningful objects while celebrating the enduring connections to those who have passed away. The exhibit is in the Mission Historical Museum’s Annex Building at 200 E. Tom Landry St. Admission to the exhibit is free and open to the public. As part of the exhibit, visitors are encouraged to take part in the museum’s “Remember Me Room,” an interactive area where guests can add the names of loved ones to a shared space of remembrance. The room offers visitors a quiet opportunity to reflect and to remember those close to them. The museum is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and every second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, 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. ALTAR From pg. 5
11 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com OCTOBER 21, 2026 Park Directory 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 1 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide 2026-2027 Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Published By: 2026-2027 Edition Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide Call 956.580.7800 or Email ads@wintertexantimes.com FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE www.WinterTexanTimes.com SPI Muzicians Run turns race night into a fiesta Runners and walkers can follow the rhythm of live mariachi music all the way to the finish line when the 8th Annual South Padre Island Muzicians Run returns Saturday, October 24. More than a traditional road race, the Muzicians Run combines fitness, music and an Island-style celebration, with live musicians stationed along the course and a postrace fiesta featuring more music, tacos and refreshments. Participants can choose from a timed 5K or 10K, as well as a one-mile run/walk, making the event accessible to competitive runners, casual participants, walkers and families. “The Muzicians Run captures so much of what people love about South Padre Island…it’s active, festive, a little unexpected and all about having a good time together,” said Kelly deSchaun, Chief Executive Officer of Visit South Padre Island. “Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the music along the way, it’s a great reason to spend a fall weekend on the Island.” Race activities will be based at Beach Waterpark, 33261 State Park Road 100, where all three distances will start and finish. The races are scheduled to begin at 5 p.m., giving participants a chance to take in South Padre Island’s evening coastal atmosphere as they make their way along the flat, out-and-back courses. Music is at the heart of the experience, with live mariachis and other musicians performing at points along the route. Once participants cross the finish line, the celebration continues with the Mariachi After Party, scheduled from approximately 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Awards for the timed races are expected to be presented around 6:30 p.m. The event benefits the Musicians Foundation, which provides financial assistance to professional musicians facing emergencies and hardships, as well as the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary. Each registered participant receives race swag, including a mariachi-themed performance shirt, commemorative bib and decal and a five-inch finisher medal. Participants are also encouraged to add to the fun by dressing in festive or music-inspired costumes. For complete information about registration, packet pickup, race schedules, course requirements and other event details, visit muziciansrun.com. To plan a South Padre Island getaway for race weekend, including lodging, dining, attractions and activities, visit Visit South Padre Island (visitsouthpadreisland.com). for the training class: https://www. stbctmn.org/the-next-class. If you have questions, please contact the new class director, Jim Gerry, at jimgerry@gmail.com or (630) 464-4622. Check out the chapter website at https://www.stbctmn.org/. Get a head start, learning about local nature through articles at https:// www.stbctmn.org/blog, and attend monthly chapter meetings. The South Texas Border Chapter meets at 6:30 p.m., the third Monday each month, except December, with a guest speaker. Meetings are at the Access Esperanza Clinics building at 916 E. Hackberry Ave., Suite A, in McAllen; they are free and open to the public. NATURALIST From pg. 6
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13 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com OCTOBER 21, 2026 BUSINESS GUIDE www.wintertexantimes.com Promote Your Business Call (956) 580-7800 or Email ADVERTISE WITH US ads@WinterTexanTimes.com became a saying in the office when things were being finalized and proofed before sending it off to the press. This came about when an image of a chicken fell off someone’s ad and landed where it shouldn’t have been – and it got published that way. So before sending it off to the press, we would say ‘Check for any chickens’ just to make sure we took a closer look at those fine details. I remember taking clip art out of a book, making a copy of it, and then using the copier to either make it bigger or smaller, to get exactly what we needed for an ad. There was a lot of resizing and finessing in those tasks. We would cut up the printed-out stories, send them through the hot wax machine, and then put it on the grid sheet. Measure lines, even things out where needed, and make RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 y e e h s - - - w - - d s t g s - , - s o . s - g e highlighting the remarkable range of music written for wind ensembles and concert bands. “We are proud to continue this tradition of bringing outstanding live music to our community,” said Roger Olivarez, Music Director of the McAllen Wind Ensemble. “Every season gives us another opportunity to bring musicians and audiences together, introduce our community to great music, and create memorable experiences through live performance.” A New Season, A Continuing Tradition For more than 50 years, the McAllen Wind Ensemble has served as an important part of the Rio Grande Valley’s performing arts community. What began in 1974 has grown into a longstanding musical tradition supported by dedicated musicians, volunteers, community partners, sponsors, and audiences throughout South Texas. The ensemble’s continued presence reflects the enduring value of live music and the important role the arts play in bringing communities together. From traditional wind band repertoire to contemporary works and themed programs, the McAllen Wind Ensemble continues to explore the breadth of the art form while creating performances that welcome longtime supporters and new audiences alike. About The McAllen Wind Ensemble Founded in 1974, the McAllen Wind Ensemble has been a cornerstone of musical excellence in the Rio Grande Valley for more than five decades. Under the direction of Music Director Roger Olivarez, the ensemble brings together dedicated musicians from throughout the region to perform a diverse selection of wind band literature and themed programs. The ensemble is committed to enriching the cultural life of South Texas through outstanding musical performances, community engagement, and opportunities for musicians to share their talents with audiences throughout the Rio Grande Valley. The McAllen Wind Ensemble is supported by the City of McAllen, the McAllen Performing and Cultural Arts Foundation and its entire community of patrons, sponsors, volunteers, musicians, and supporters. For concert information, updates, and opportunities to support the ensemble, visit www.mcallenwindensemble.org sure things fit just right. This is when we would decide if a paragraph needed to be left out, if there needed to be some extra editing, or anything else to make sure the story got published. Oh…. And don’t forget about the dark room. Developing our own photos for print, again trying to get the exact size needed – there was some math involved. It’s amazing the progress that has been made in graphic design that what a team of four or more did 30 years ago, can now be done by one person. Everything is on the computer now. From photos, to stories, to artwork, everything can be found online, in a program, or with software. Formatting is a breeze. You don’t have to reprint something if you accidentally cut it wrong, or your hand slips. It’s a quick cut and paste, insert this or that, and wham – you have a masterpiece. Okay, it isn’t that easy, but it is definitely faster than it used to be. As we go about this season, we would like to celebrate our 40 years, by sharing your 40 years in the Valley. We want to see how long you have been coming to Valley or know how long your park has been seeing Winter Texans. Share your times with us, share your photos from back then. If you have been coming here for more than 20 years, we want to know, we want to know what you enjoyed back then, and what keeps you coming. Send your items to us at news@wintertexantimes.com.
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