Winter Texan Times

Roma ISD Mariachi program presents Christmas concert

merry achi 2 The award-winning Roma ISD Mariachi program will be hosting the seven-time Grammy nominated world renowned Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez, Merry-achi Christmas Concert. The concert will be held on Saturday, December 10 at 7 p.m.

They will also be featuring their award-winning mariachi program groups, both of their middle schools and Roma High School Mariachi, and the UTRGV Ballet Folklorico.

Health Fair this weekend

The Mission Chamber of Commerce is still making appointments for their upcoming Community Health and Wellness Fair taking place on December 8th and 9th, at the Mission Event Center, 200 N. Shary Rd. from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Appointments are for blood work only. A 12-hour fast is required by the date and time of your appointment. There are other tests being done that do not require an appointment or fast.

Appointments are made by phone call only. Call the chamber office at (956) 585-2727, Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to schedule your appointment.

There will be vendors and other health related screenings available at the event. The event is free and open to the public. Spread the word and join the chamber in its efforts in keeping the community healthy, safe, and informed.

December 7, 2022 - Rina's Ramblings

20221207 Leslie Blasing IMG 8585 I can’t believe it is already December. Time is flying by. Good thing is it keeps us busy here at the Winter Texan Times. Wintertainers™ are arriving and in full force. Now we get to have some fun and visit parks to enjoy them and spend time with y’all.

This past week I was able to go out to Golf View Estates and listen to Leslie Blasing. There is no doubt why she has won Female Entertainer of the Year and a Heritage Award from the Valley Star Awards. She has an amazing voice and can entertain the whole room.

Keep McAllen Beautiful to host Posada

Keep McAllen Beautiful is hosting a Christmas Posada at Archer Park, located at 101 N. Main St. on Saturday, December 10, starting at 7 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will feature the traditional posada procession that reenacts Mary and Joseph’s search for lodging. The procession culminates at a nativity scene, with shepherds and the Three Wise Men.

Mission Quilt Show accepting entries

20221207 Mission Quilt Show KO 7423 PRINT The Mission Historical Museum will soon be accepting entries for its Seventeenth Annual Quilt Show. Entries will be accepted in three categories: Hand-quilted Bed Quilts, Machine-quilted Bed Quilts, and Wall Hangings. The show is open to all quilters, both Winter Texans and year-round residents.

CORRECTION: RGV Concert Band Christmas Concert

We regret that an error was made with the date of the RGV Concert Band’s “A Christmas Celebration.” The event will actually be held on Sunday, December 11th.

Each year local band members are joined by Winter Texan early arrivals to present a Christmas Concert at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1107 Fern in McAllen. The 3 p.m. concert is open to the public and is given in appreciation to Our Savior Lutheran Church for allowing the band to use their facilities for practices.

UVAL holds Christmas Market

20221207 UVAL holds Christmas Market web The Upper Valley Art League (UVAL) is excited to announce the opening of their 2022 Christmas Market. The market features original art for sale, created by local artists offering a great variety of unique gifts for the holiday season. The Christmas theme will showcase paintings, sculptures, ceramics, fiber art, jewelry, Christmas ornaments and more.