March 20, 2024 - Parks Calendar

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Published: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 10:51

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 Wednesday noon, one week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com or fax to 956-580-7898.

Wednesday, March 20

Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am.

Park Sale - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 8am-1pm, Sale to be held in Rec Hall. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83.

Plus Square Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With call Joe Saltel, $5pp.

Burger Fry and Jam - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am, 1/2 lb. burgers are $7pp, homestyle baked beans, starting at 11:30 a.m. Music Jam starts at 1 p.m. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Smash Burgers - Valley View Estates, Mission, 11:30am-1pm, Fresh off the grill Smash Burgers with chips and baked beans. Lemonade and iced tea provided. Soda pop is available to purchase. $7pp.

Musical Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm, Rec Hall, lunch available $. Musicians and listeners welcomed. Gate’s open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Country/Variety Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-2:30pm, 215 S. Valley View Rd.

Country Music Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 1-3:30pm, Food served from 11:00 - 12:30 before the Jam. Participants and spectators are welcome. 300 S. Bryan Rd.
Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 1-3pm, 2100 Vernon.

Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Tom Hiles, pass the hat.

Karaoke - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 3-6pm, Open to the public. No charge, dinner served for fee.

Happy Hour - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, Live music rotating each week. Snacks for sale as well as our homemade pizza.

Farewell Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30pm, Square dance with The Baldwins on rounds. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement system available. Subject to change without notice.

Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd.

Entertainment - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9:30pm, Encore Show - Voyager - tribute to the music of Journey. Friendship Hall, reserved seating. Tickets are $17pp, $18pp, & $21pp. Park gate open 7:00 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concessions $. Ticket Sale 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Activity Office. 956-425-7448. 1900 Grace Ave.

Dance - Golf View Estates, Mission, 7-9:30pm, Vinyl Spin, $9pp. End of season BLOW OUT!!! Great way to dance your way to the end of this Winter Texan season and look forward to returning! Everyone welcome!!! 7424 Couples Circle.

Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, The Players Studio, free will donation. 4900 N. McColl Rd.

Thursday, March 21

All You Can Eat Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, Pancakes, eggs, sausages, waffles and a hot cup of coffee. Bring your own table service. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St.

Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 9am, Come enjoy some great music. 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 10am.

Thursday Lunches - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am.

Jam Lunch - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 11:30am-1pm, $10pp. Open from 11:30 a.m. until food runs out. Come early and bring your friends! Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Country Jam - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Open to all musicians. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Encore Concert Series - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3pm, Tribute to Journey, $21pp/$19pp. Upcharge at door.

Jam Session - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free.

Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Public welcome. 2401 N. Abram Rd.

Encore Concert Series - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Tribute to Journey, $21pp/$19pp. Upcharge at door.

Bible Study and Prayer - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In the Fellowship Hall.

Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Steven May, $9pp.

Friday, March 22

Park Wide Garage Sale - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 8am, 2135 Bentsen Palm Dr.

Park Sales - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 8am-Noon, Individual sales in park. 1510 E. Bus. Hwy. 83.

Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30pm, Lunch served from 11-12:30 for nominal fee. Desserts available at break. Come enjoy this popular jam or sign up to sing. All musicians welcome. 400 N Val Verde Rd.

Rock and Roll Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-2:30pm, Snack Bar opens at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Music Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Public is welcome to come and join in! Bring your instruments and your singing voices. Coffee, raspberry tea, and cookies will be available for donation. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd.

RC Cars - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm.

Fish Dinner - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish with slaw, french fries, and tea or coffee.

Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-6:50pm, Tampico Hall.

Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm.

Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp.

Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Cruisers, $12pp.

Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, Audience participation. Donation. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd.

Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp.

Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier - variety, $8pp.

Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Smoking Gun Band, $8pp. A country band with a great sound, come to dance or just to listen to the music. BYOB. Concessions and setups available. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd.

Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Double Decker is back with their smooth country music! Hit the dance floor and waltz, two step, and cut a rug! BYOB. Setups available. $10pp.

Entertainment - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, The Howlers, $8pp. Playing a wide variety of 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, blues, country, classic rock. A whole lot of music to swing your partner to the beat. BYOB, concession open, 50/50 raffle. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd.

Saturday, March 23

Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, Full breakfast, $7pp. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Crafts, Bake Sale, Breakfast & Lunch - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30am-Noon.

Park Wide Garage Sale - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 8am, 2135 Bentsen Palm Dr.

Saturday Morning Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, Pancakes, egg bake, and biscuits with sausage gravy, coffee, $6pp.

Patio/Yard Sale - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 8am-1pm.

Park Sales - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 8am-Noon, Individual sales in park. 1510 E. Bus. Hwy. 83.

Saturday Lunch - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm.

Country Jam - Greengate Grove, Palmview, 12:30-2:30pm, Host George Bowers. Lunch served 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Jam Sessions - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, South Hall. 2801 E. Harrison Ave.

Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 5pm, Jessie Hernandez & Brothers “Lord’s Voices”, donations.

Dance - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 6pm, Smokin Gun, $8pp. 7600 Long Drive.

Bingo - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 6:30-9:30pm, Card sales from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. $1 per card. This includes all games played. Additional cost for horses & 50/50. Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. No outside food or beverages. Dinner is served from 5-6 p.m. Menu varies weekly and you must sign up prior at Pharr South.

Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp.

Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7-10pm, DJ Noe, $5pp. Playing oldies, country, and rock and roll. 2801 Harrison.

Entertainment - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp at the door.

Dance - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. BYOB, free ice.

Ropa Style Show - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Annual Style Show by Ropa. Tradewinds Hall.

Dance - Lakewood Village, Harlingen, 7pm, Denim & Lace, $7pp at the door. 4515 Graham Rd.

Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, The Howlers, $8pp.

Sunday, March 24

Church - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 8:15am, Non-denominational.

Worship Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 8:30-9:30am, All are welcome to our Interdenominational Service. Fellowship follows service.

Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8:30am.

Bible Studies & Prayer - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9am, In the Activity Hall.

Church & Bible Study - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 9am.

Worship Service - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 9-10am, Open to the public. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Church Service - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am.

Church - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am, Nondenominational church service. Open to the public.

Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-10am, Main Hall.

Church Service - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 9:10-10:10am.

Church Service - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:30-10:30am, Nondenominational. Casual attire. 4525 Graham Rd.

Church Services - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am, With Pastor Bill Wade. Mission Bell Ballroom.

Worship Service - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am, Pastors Charles & Bev Wolff offer non-denominational services. Fellowship following. Charles Wolff, 712-490-6087. 200 N. Val Verde Rd.

Sunshine Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Friendship Hall, gate is open. All are welcome! Pastor Larry Allen, 586-216-6443.

Church Service - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 10-11am, Nondenominational. Chaplain Alan Cooey, new this year.

Church Service - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 10am-Noon, Come for church and stay for lunch and fellowship.

Church Service - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 10am, Greg & Suzy York of Love Light Ministries.

Worship Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 10am, Non-denominational church service. South Hall. Communion is the first Sunday of each month. All are welcome. Pastor Steve Heaslet. 2801 Harrison.

Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10-11am, Nondenominational service. Pastor Marv Odergaard.

Church Service - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 10-11:30am, Open to the public, everyone is welcome. Non-denominational. Pastor Randy Quick. Park Hall. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd.

Church Service - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, In the Auditorium with Chaplain Dwight LaPine teaching.

Church Service - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30-11:30am, Rec Hall. Traditional Lutheran service. All are welcome.

Gospel Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 2-4pm, 215 S. Valley View Rd.

Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30pm, 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Ice Cream Social - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 6pm, Ice cream sundae, $3pp. Two big scoops of ice cream and your choice of toppings, caramel, chocolate, strawberry, or hot fudge with whipped topping and a cherry. We even have sprinkles if you choose! Last ice cream social of the season. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd.

Church Service - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In Auditorium.

Concert - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-9pm, Voyager, $17/19/21pp.

Movies - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9:30pm, Free Sunday Night Movies - See RGVActivities.com for movie title each week. Snack bar is open at 6:15. Hot dogs available.

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March 20, 2024 - Reunions and Meetings

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Published: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 10:26

Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word.

Right now, there are several meetings already taking place. Red Hatters are getting together on at least a monthly basis. If you would like to share your information, please send it in. If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too.

You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com.

RGV Woodcarvers

The RGV Woodcarvers are meeting at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr every Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. through March. For more information, visit their website at www.rgvwoodcarvers.org.

Model Rail Roading & Railroaders

Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information.

3M Retirees and Friends Welcome

3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, March 20 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 for information.

Submarine Veterans

The Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 21, (every third Thursday of the month through March) at Junction Café, 115 Cage Blvd., in Pharr. For more information, call Larry at (715) 305-0401.

Magic Valley PEO Retirement Group

The Magic Valley Retirement PEO Group will meet on Tuesday, March 26, 11:30 a.m. at the home of Julianne Carlson, at 11:30 a.m. Bring a sack lunch. This will be our last meeting until next January. For reservations, call Connie Garrels at (402) 641-0125.

March 20, 2024 - Events Calendar

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Published: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 10:24

March 21 – The 48th Annual Tourist Day will be held in Nuevo Progreso starting at 9 a.m.

March 21 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Grassroots Initiative class at 10:30 a.m. Call (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.

March 21 – A Youth Art Exhibit featuring art from Edinburg CISD students will be on display at the Dustin M. Sekula Library. Opening reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. The library is located at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. Visit www.edinburgarts.com for more information.

March 22 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Dragons and Damsels class at 10:30 a.m. Call (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.

March 22 – The Valley Symphony Orchestra presents music from Harry Potter films and returning soloist Tanya Gabrielian performs George Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F. All concerts will be held at the McAllen Performing Arts Center located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. For more information, visit the VSO website at valleyorchestra.org.

March 23 – 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.

March 23 – 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.

March 23 – 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.

March 23 – Brownsville History Museum will host their Winter Walking Tour: Old City Cemetery at 11 a.m. Meet at the Historic Brownsville Museum, 641 E. Madison St. Cost is $10 for BHA members and $15 for non-members. RSVP by calling (956) 548-1313. The history of the city will reveal itself through the stories of the people who built it as you explore the lives of those buried in the Old City Cemetery. The tour is limited to 25 people. More information and other events, visit brownsvillehistory.org.

March 23 – The Texas Onion Festival will be held starting at 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in Historic Downtown Weslaco. Event is free. There will be live music, food, vendors, and entertainment. For more information, call (956) 986-2101.

March 23 – The Fourth Annual Outdoor Expo will be held at the Edinburg Municipal Park, 714 S. Raul Longoria, Edinburg. It’s an entire weekend filled with a fishing tournament, live animal spectacles, rock wall thrills, prizes, and more. Expo is held from 12 to 3 p.m. Fishing tournament is held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call (956) 381-9922.

March 24 – Abiding Savior Lutheran Church will have their Palm Sunday Worship Services at 8 and 10:30 a.m. The church is located at 599 S. Westgate Drive in Weslaco. Call Pastor Steven Wagenknecht at (956) 968-5228 for more information.

March 24 – Buena Vida 77 Farmer’s Market will be held at Bannworth Park Pavilion in Mission from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Bannworth Park is located at 1822 N. Shary Rd.

March 24 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Eclipse Basics: What to expect in the RGV at 3 p.m. Call (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.

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March 6, 2024 - Reunions and Meetings

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Published: Friday, 08 March 2024 14:35

Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word.

Right now, there are several meetings already taking place. Red Hatters are getting together on at least a monthly basis. If you would like to share your information, please send it in. If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too.

You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com.

RGV Woodcarvers

The RGV Woodcarvers are meeting at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr every Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. from now through March. For more information, visit their website at www.rgvwoodcarvers.org.

Model Rail Roading & Railroaders

Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information.

3M Retirees and Friends Welcome

3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, March 20 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 for information.

Submarine Veterans

The Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 21, (every third Thursday of the month through March) at Junction Café, 115 Cage Blvd., in Pharr. For more information, call Larry at (715) 305-0401.

March 6, 2024 - Events Calendar

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Published: Friday, 08 March 2024 14:14

Through April 28 – The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) will be hosting México: Crisis and Uprising, an exhibition that brings together the diverse voices of 34 independent artists from the North of Mexico. The hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Regular admission is $5 with discounted $3 for children ages 4-12, students with an ID and senior citizens 65+. Please check the website www.theimasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800 for more information.

Through June 9 – Presenting over 20 textiles from the museum’s personal collection, costume donations from local Brownsville residents, Fiesta y Cultural is an introduction to the traditional and culturally significant Charro Days celebration. Showcasing the cultural heritage of the region, the exhibit at Costumes of the Americans Museum in Brownsville, uses historic photographs and textiles to transport visitors back in time and immerse them in the cultural experiences of the past. Fiesta y Cultural is an opportunity to learn about traditions, clothing, and celebration that has been cherished for years and continues to be a source of pride for the Brownsville community. The museum is located at 1004 E. 6th St.

March 7 – City of Alamo will hold a Winter Texan Appreciation luncheon in downtown Central Park at 10 a.m.

March 8-10 – The Tower Theater, 120 S. Kansas Ave., is thrilled to unveil its latest production: the electrifying murder mystery comedy, "The Bold, The Young and The Murdered." Tickets for this extraordinary event are available for purchase at www.weslacotower.org. General admission is $15, and reserved seats are $20. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Matinee performances are at 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

March 8 – The Tip-O-Tex Trail Riders will stop at Lakewood RV Resort (after 10 a.m.), 4525 Graham Rd., Harlingen, as part of their trail to Mercedes and will be joining the park to a Soup Fundraiser and Bake Sale that is open to the public at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Tabitha at (956) 423-1170.

March 8 – The 16th annual Canada vs USA senior men and women slow-pitch softball games will be held at Westside Park in McAllen, 1000 S. Ware Rd. Local. Winter Texan seniors 55 years and older will be playing for bragging rights as well as having their respective country engraved on the Can-Am trophy provided by the McAllen Parks and Recreation Department. Admission is free. Parking is free. All refreshments are only $1. Gates open at 9 a.m. The games begin at 9:30 a.m. after renditions of both country’s national anthems. Mark your calendars for Friday March 8. Come out and cheer these seniors on. For more information on this event or if you might be interested in playing in the senior leagues next fall call Fred Esqueda (956) 897-6961 or Mike Brower (734) 834-0128.

March 8 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Firebuilding 102 class at 5:30 p.m. Reservations are required for the event. Call (956) 584-9156. Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.

March 9 – 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.

March 9 – 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.
March 9 – 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.

March 9 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Useful and Edible Plants class at 10:30 a.m. Call (956) 584-9156. Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.

March 9 – The UTRGV Ballet Folklorico will be performing at 7:30 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville. Concert tickets for the public are $15 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and UTRGV students, and $5 for children. Tickets can be purchased at UTRGV Arts Showpass or at the website utrgv.edu/arts. For more information, contact the dance office at (956) 665-2230. You can also visit their website at www.utrgv.edu/dance/dance-companies/ballet-folklorico/index.htm.
March 9 – The Pharr Community Theater will present music with Gilberto Castro and Eliseo Ortega – a mix of jazz, blues, hip hop, and soft rock. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online for $10, www.pharrcommunitytheater.com, or $12 at the door if available. Only 55 seats available for each show. Open seating starts 30 minutes before curtain. The theater is located at 213 W. Park Ave.

March 10 – Buena Vida 77 Farmer’s Market will be held at Bannworth Park Pavilion in Mission from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Bannworth Park is located at 1822 N. Shary Rd.
March 9 – The Pharr Community Theater will present music with Gilberto Castro and Eliseo Ortega – a mix of jazz, blues, hip hop, and soft rock. The show starts at 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online for $10, www.pharrcommunitytheater.com, or $12 at the door if available. Only 55 seats available for each show. Open seating starts 30 minutes before curtain. The theater is located at 213 W. Park Ave.

March 10 – The Men and Women of A-Chord will perform at 6 p.m. at Alamo Palms, 1341 W. Bus. Hwy. 83 in Alamo. Tickets are $8. Call (618) 973-3595 for more information.

March 11 – A presentation of American History about the Orphan Train Riders will be held at 1:15 p.m. at Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Rd in Mission. Tickets are $5. Presenter is Dorothy A. Lund Nelson.

March 12 – MOSTH will host their Farm Life in South Texas with activities and demonstrations. On this day visitors will experience Magic Valley history through hands-on activities in the Courtyard Gallery, gallery, and a video highlighting the history and culture of packing sheds in south Texas from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Museum is located at 200 North Closner Blvd. For more information, call (956) 383-6911.

March 12 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Plant a Seed, Take a Seed class at 1:30 p.m. Call (956) 584-9156. Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.

March 13 – MOSTH will host their Farm Life in South Texas with activities and demonstrations. On this day visitors will visit the Hub of Prosperity Farm, beginning at 9 a.m., located behind Edinburg First United Methodist Church, 3707 W. University Dr. Participants will learn about the variety of crops that have historically grown in South Texas, water conservation, and when to harvest. For more information, call (956) 383-6911.

March 13 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Bentsen Nature Walk at 10:30 a.m. Call (956) 584-9156. Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.

March 14 – MOSTH will host their Farm Life in South Texas with activities and demonstrations. On this day visitors will participate in a Victory Garden Workshop for the first 50 to attend from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will be given step-by-step directions on planting seeds and maintaining the plant on museum grounds. You will be given take home kits and a Museum Garden ID to keep track of your plant. The Museum is located at 200 North Closner Blvd. For more information, call (956) 383-6911.

March 16 – 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.

March 16 – 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.

March 16 – 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.

March 17 – Buena Vida 77 Farmer’s Market will be held at Bannworth Park Pavilion in Mission from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Bannworth Park is located at 1822 N. Shary Rd.
March 17 – The RGV Concert Band will have a concert at Casa Del Valle in Alamo.

March 18 – The Men and Women of A-Chord will perform at 6 p.m. at Hidden Valley Ranch RV, 7600 Long Drive in Mission. Tickets are $7. Call (816) 863-5639 for more information.

March 6, 2024 - Parks Calendar

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Published: Friday, 08 March 2024 14:09

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 Wednesday noon, one week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com or fax to 956-580-7898.

Wednesday, March 6

Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30am.

Plus Square Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With call Joe Saltel, $5pp.

Burger Fry and Jam - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am, 1/2 lb. burgers are $7pp, homestyle baked beans, starting at 11:30 a.m. Music Jam starts at 1 p.m. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Musical Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm, Rec Hall, lunch available $. Musicians and listeners welcomed. Gate’s open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Country/Variety Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-2:30pm, 215 S. Valley View Rd.

Country Music Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 1-3:30pm, Food served from 11:00 - 12:30 before the Jam. Participants and spectators are welcome. 300 S. Bryan Rd.

Rock & Roll Jam - Wagon City North, Mission, 1-3pm, Open to everyone, contact 956-683-5888. 2905 N. Conway.

Jam Music Session - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Come to play/sing or just listen. BYOB and snacks. All welcome.

Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 1-3pm, 2100 Vernon.

Country Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, Veteran’s Hall.

Open Acoustic Jam - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 1:30-3:30pm, Whether you love to play music, dance, or just listen, you're invited to our Open Acoustic Jam every Wednesday afternoon. Everyone is welcome!

Decorated Golf Cart Contest/Parade - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 2pm.

Karaoke - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 3-6pm, Open to the public. No charge, dinner served for fee.

Happy Hour - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, Live music rotating each week. Snacks for sale as well as our homemade pizza.

Biscuit/Sausage Gravy & Pancake Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30-6pm, Serving all you care to eat: biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, applesauce, and coffee. Bring your own table service. $7pp. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83

Dinner Show - Chimney Park, Mission, 6pm, $22pp. Entertainment by AH Illusions. Excellent dinner by retired professional Chef Mark. Lasagna, caesar salad, garlic bread, blended vegetables, dessert, coffee, tea, water. Served at your table. 956-585-5061. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Spring Revival (Gospel Songs) - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30pm, Square dance with The Baldwins on rounds. Tampico Hall. Hearing enhancement system available. Subject to change without notice.

Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In Auditorium. With Speaker Larry Moyer of Evantell Ministries teaching.

Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. Main Hall. 101 E. Sioux Rd.

Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Fabulous Cruisers, $15pp. Friendship Hall. Concessions $, park gate open. Tickets in advance and at the door. Info and tickets: Activity Office 956-425-7448. 1900 Grace Ave.

Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp. Highly requested.

Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-9pm, Rick McEwen, $8pp. Enjoy a variety of music. Concessions available. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd.

Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, Sandra Harmon, $9pp. 4900 N. McColl Rd. Questions, contact 810-629-4263.

Thursday, March 7

All Park Garage Sales - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon.

All You Can Eat Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, Pancakes, eggs, sausages, waffles and a hot cup of coffee. Bring your own table service. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St.

Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 9am, Come enjoy some great music. 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 10am.

Advanced Square Dance Workshop - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With caller Joe Saltel, $5pp. Thursday Lunches - Bentsen Grove
Resort, Palmview, 11am.

Country & Gospel Jam - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 11:30am-3pm, Free admission. Jam starts at 12:30 p.m. Lunch available from 11:30 am to 12:30
p.m. Sandwiches, snacks, and beverages available for purchase.

Jam Lunch - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 11:30am-1pm, $10pp. Open from 11:30 a.m. until food runs out. Come early and bring your friends! Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Rock N Roll Jam Session - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 12:30pm, 1645 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Country Jam - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Open to all musicians. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 1-3pm, Hosted by Rusty Rierson in the Ballroom.

Ladies Tea - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm.

Happy Hour - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 3-4:30pm, Diego & Edith, pass the hat. BYOB, free ice.

Entertainment - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 4-6pm, Dave Perryman and Texas Country Revue, $8pp at the door.

Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $4pp, all you can eat, free seconds. Bring a dish with a cover. 6 flavors homemade soup. Bring your own bowls, table service, BYOB, snacks. Dessert for sale.

Jam Session - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free.

Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Public welcome. 2401 N. Abram Rd.

Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8pm.

Root Beer & Orange Cream Floats - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 6pm, $2pp. Park Hall. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd.

Big Band/Country Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, Open to the public. Contact: Myra Almen, 254-449-4568.

Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In Auditorium. With Speaker Larry Moyer of Evantell Ministries teaching.

Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Mark Merchant “two voices in one”. You won’t want to miss this fun and entertaining show. $9pp. Gate open 6:30 - 7:15. Call 763-360-8770 if other entrance time needed.

Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Main Hall.

Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $8pp. MB Ballroom. Concessions & BYOB.

Friday, March 8

All Park Garage Sales - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon.

Garage Sale - Dixieland MH Park, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, In the Rec Hall. 1325 Dixieland Rd.

Plus Square Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am-Noon, With caller Joe Saltel, $5pp.

Soup for the Children Fundraiser & Bake Sale - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 11am-1pm, Donation - proceeds to benefit the Christmas for the Children Program 2024.

Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm.

Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30pm, Lunch served from 11-12:30 for nominal fee. Desserts available at break. Come enjoy this popular jam or sign up to sing. All musicians welcome. 400 N Val Verde Rd.

Rock and Roll Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-2:30pm, Snack Bar opens at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Everyone is invited. Bring your instrument and participate or just come to enjoy the music and fellowship.

Music Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Public is welcome to come and join in! Bring your instruments and your singing voices. Coffee, raspberry tea, and cookies will be available for donation. 513 N. Los Ebanos Rd.

RC Cars - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm.

Fish Dinner - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm, Fish with slaw, french fries, and tea or coffee.

Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-6:50pm, Tampico Hall.

Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm.

Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6-9pm, Audience participation. Donation. Al Barnes Building. 101 E. Sioux Rd.

Country Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, Tradewinds Hall. Snacks available ($).

Entertainment - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30-8:30pm, Mark Merchant, $10pp. A man with two voices, he is a ventriloquist that has performed in many different venues including a cruise ship.
Big Band & Country Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Musicians by invitation only! Contact Roger Steiger, 507-273-3895. 200 N. Va Verde Rd.

Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, In Auditorium. With Speaker Larry Moyer of Evantell Ministries teaching.

Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Retro Rockers, $10pp.

Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Agency, $10pp.

Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Southern Vibes, $8pp.

Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Come sing and dance along to your favorite rock & country hits with CanAm. Our large dance floor is beckoning you! Can you hear it? Setups available. BYOB. $8pp.

Saturday Night Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Kenaston Family Band, $8pp. Friendship Hall. Concessions $, park gate open. Tickets in advance and at the door. Info and tickets: Activity Office 956-425-7448. 1900 Grace Ave.

Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels - country, $10pp.

Entertainment - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7pm, Rick McEwen - The Gambler, $10pp. Join us for the gambler. Kitchen will be open. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron and Jan Easter, $8pp. A variety of music for listening and dancing. BYOB. Concessions available. Open to the public. 400 N Val Verde Rd.

Entertainment - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, Darlene and Kenny, The Nelsons Show, $8pp at door.

Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7pm, Mary Chamberlin & Southern Express Band, $8pp.

Dance - Wagon City North, Mission, 7-9pm, The Howlers, $10pp.

Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp.

Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Wally Garza & Texas Blood, $9pp.

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