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COMING ATTRACTIONS 2020 January January 4 – Persons of all ages can join with University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine students for the monthly Walk with a Future Doc (WWAFD). It begins at 9 a.m. at the Bronc Trail, 1214 W. Schunior St., Edinburg, near the parking lot on the west side of the medical school. The event is free, and preregistration is not required. For more information, go to walkwithadoc.org. January 7 – In the Super Stacker Young Adventurers class, children ages 2 to 5 will build structures using KEVA planks and count aloud as they read “Stack the Cats” at the International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 Nolana Ave., McAllen. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the class from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Cost is $3 for IMAS members and $10 for nonmembers (includes child and adult). Call 956-681-2800 for information or to register. January 25 – The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) hosts UTRGV Department of Philosophy Dr. Bradley Warfield presenting “Why We’re Often So Bad at Talking to Each Other Online” at 2 p.m. Warfield offers a perspective to explain why has developed
a lack of quality, respectful discourse online. The talk is included with museum admission. Call 956681-2800 for information. IMAS is located at 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen. February February 1 – Persons of all ages can join with University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine students for the monthly Walk with a Future Doc (WWAFD). It begins at 9 a.m. at the Bronc Trail, 1214 W. Schunior St., Edinburg, near the parking lot on the west side of the medical school. The event is free, and preregistration is not required. For more information, go to walkwithadoc.org. February 4 – Kids ages 2 to 5 will craft a hand puppet and use imaginative play in the next International Museum of Art & Science Young Adventurers activity. This workshop includes a special puppet show. IMAS is located at 1900 Nolana Ave., McAllen. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the class from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Cost is $3 for IMAS members and $10 for nonmembers (includes child and adult). Call 956-681-2800 for information or to register. February 6 – Dr. Remei Capdevila tackles “The Impossible Question – What is Art?” at the International
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Fall Winter Texan - LifeStyles Of The RGV Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) at 6 p.m. She will present philosophical theories about art with respect to the IMAS art collection. The talk is included with museum admission. Call 956-681-2800 for information. IMAS is located at 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen. March March 3 – In the Sandy Seashells Young Adventurers workshop at the International Museum of Art & Science, kids ages 2 to 5 will try their hand at collecting as they dig for shells and listen to a reading of “It’s a Seashell Day” by Dianne Ochiltree. IMAS is located at 1900 Nolana Ave., McAllen. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the class from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Cost is $3 for IMAS members and $10 for nonmembers (includes child and adult). Call 956-681-2800 for information or to register. March 5 – Are non-human animals capable of acting morally and immorally, or do moral concepts
apply only to humans and our actions? Dr. Michael Jaworski dives into this question with “Animal Morality” at the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) at 6 p.m. The talk is included with museum admission. Call 956-6812800 for information. IMAS is located at 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen. March 7 – Persons of all ages can join with University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine students for the monthly Walk with a Future Doc (WWAFD). It begins at 9 a.m. at the Bronc Trail, 1214 W. Schunior St., Edinburg, near the parking lot on the west side of the medical school. The event is free, and preregistration is not required. For more information, go to walkwithadoc.org. April April 4 – Persons of all ages can join with University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine students for the monthly Walk with a Future Doc (WWAFD). It begins
at 9 a.m. at the Bronc Trail, 1214 W. Schunior St., Edinburg, near the parking lot on the west side of the medical school. The event is free, and preregistration is not required. For more information, go to walkwithadoc.org. April 7 - Kids ages 2 to 5 can pop in for a bubble party and a reading of “Big Bad Bubble” by Adam Rubin during the Young Adventurers workshop at the International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 Nolana Ave., McAllen. They will create their own bubble art to take home. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the class from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Cost is $3 for IMAS members and $10 for nonmembers (includes child and adult). Call 956-681-2800 for information or to register. April 11 – Dr. Paul Saka discusses ideas of the beginning of life is his talk, “What Came First? Concepts of Life” at 1 p.m. during the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) spring cultural event. The
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talk is included with museum admission. Call 956-681-2800 for information. IMAS is located at 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen. May May 2 – Persons of all ages can join with University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine students for the monthly Walk with a Future Doc (WWAFD). It begins at 9 a.m. at the Bronc Trail, 1214 W. Schunior St., Edinburg, near the parking lot on the west side of the medical school. The event is free, and preregistration is not required. For more information, go to walkwithadoc.org. May 5 – It’s Sink or Float in the next Young Adventurers workshop at the International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 Nolana Ave., McAllen. Kids ages 2 to 5 will test out materials that sink and float in water. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the class from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Cost See COMING ATTRACTIONS Pg. 4
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is $3 for IMAS members and $10 for nonmembers (includes child and adult). Call 956-681-2800 for information or to register. WEEKLY Monday • Upper Valley Art League, Mission Bee (quilting), 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 1st and 3rd Mondays, Art Link building, 921 E. 12th, Mission. UVAL membership required – $30 annually. Info: 583-2787. • Upper Valley Art League, Fiber Arts Unlimited, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 2nd and 4th Mondays, Art Link building, 921 E. 12th, Mission. UVAL membership required – $30 annually. Info: 583-2787. • Upper Valley Art League, air brush painting, Mondays, 9 a.m.5 p.m., Ceramic Studio, Art Link building, 921 E. 12th, Mission. UVAL membership required – $30 annually. Info: 583-2787. Wednesday • Mission Lions Club, 12 p.m., Danny’s Mexican Restaurant, 122
W. Tom Landry, Mission. Meals are $10. Fellow Lions, former Lions and guests welcome. • Upper Valley Art League, open painting (all mediums), 9 a.m.2 p.m., Art Link building, 921 E. 12th, Mission. UVAL membership required – $30 annually. Info: 583-2787. • Upper Valley Art League, open ceramic group, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Art Link building, 921 E. 12th, Mission. UVAL membership required – $30 annually. Info: 583-2787. Thursday • Mission Rotary Club, 12 p.m., Club at Cimarron, 1200 S. Shary Rd. Salad bar buffet, $10; Mexican food buffet, $15. All Rotarians and interested persons welcomed. Friday • Upper Valley Art League, Hidalgo Watercolor Society, 9 a.m.See COMING ATTRACTIONS Pg. 7
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2 p.m., Art Link building, 921 E. 12th, Mission. UVAL membership required – $30 annually. Info: 583-2787. • Upper Valley Art League ceramics, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Ceramic Studio, plus open painting for those who are not with the Hidalgo Water Color Society, Art Link building, 921 E. 12th, Mission. UVAL membership required - $30 annual. Info: 583-2787. • Upper Valley Art League, paper cutters, 4-10 p.m., Art Link building, 921 E. 12th, Mission. UVAL membership required – $30 annually. Info: 583-2787. Saturday • (Meetings on hold until September) Upper Valley Art League Photographic Art Group, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., first Saturday of the month, 921 E. 12th Street in Mission. UVAL membership required – $30 annually. Info: 583-2787. Monthly • The Rio Grande Valley Quilt
Guild meets second Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 1320 W. Frontage Rd. in Alamo. The Guild promotes quilting in the Rio Grande Valley with guest speakers and educational classes and invites the public to join and attend. • The Rio Grande Valley Detachment of the Marine Corps League meets the first Monday of every month, except holidays when it will be held the second Monday, at the Marine Military Academy, 320 Iwo Jima Blvd, Harlingen. New members are asked to bring proof of service. For more information, contact Sean Downey at 956-7526980 or sdowney@mclrgv.org. • Upper Valley Art League Fabric Art Group meets second and fourth Mondays, monthly, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Kika de la Garza Fine Arts Center, 921 E. 12th St., Mission. Call 956-583-2787 for info.
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December 6-8, 12 • A Tejano Christmas Carol plays at the Pharr Community Theater, (PCT) at 213 W. Newcombe Ave. in Pharr. It plays Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. A final show will be held on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the larger venue at the Pharr Events Center, 3000 N. Cage Blvd. Tickets are $5 for students, seniors and military or $8 general admission. Seating at PCT is limited to 55 persons per show and tickets will be sold at the door starting one hour before curtain, upon availability. To reserve advance tickets, text or call 956239-0412 or 956-655-9308. December 6-8, 13-15, 20-21 • The iTheater production of “Playing Doctor” and will be staged at Weslaco’s historic Tower Theater, 120 S. Kansas. Performances will be held Dec. 6 to 8, 13 to 15, and 20 to 21. Show times are 7 p.m. on Fridays, 3 and 7 p.m. on Saturdays, and 3 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are only available online at iloveit.live. Re-
served seating is $15.50 and $10.50 for general admission. VIP tickets are $20.50. December 6-9 • McAllen I.S.D.’s Memorial High School is excited to present the musical Frozen, Jr. for its 31st annual musical production. Performances will be at the William Hetrick Auditorium at Memorial High School, 101 E. Hackberry Ave., on Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 8 and 9 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at frozeninmcallen.eventbrite.com. Call 6325258 for reservations. December 7 • Tickets are now on sale for the 10th Annual KTEX Ten Man Jam benefiting the Food Bank RGV. It will be held at the RGV Livestock Show Grounds, Mercedes, with 10 rising country music stars performing. Food and beverages will be sold at the venue. Parking opens at noon, gates at 1 p.m., and music starts at 2 p.m. and ends at midnight. Pre-sale tickets are $10 and go up on the day
of the show; parking is not included. There are no ticket refunds. Tickets are available online at ktex.net or tenmanjam2019.eventbrite.com, and at the Food Bank RGV, 724 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr. • An Evening of Flute, part of the UTRGV Patron of the Arts Student Ensemble Series, begins at 7 p.m. in the UTRGV campus Multipurpose Hall in Brownsville. Join the UTRGV Flute Studio for an evening of flute solos, chamber works, and a performance by the UTRGV Flautistas Flute Ensemble under the direction of UTRGV Flute Professor Dr. Krista Jobson. Admission is free. For special accommodations, call 956-882-7025. December 7-8 • The Edinburg Dance Theatre presents their production of “The Nutcracker” ballet at 7 p.m. on Saturday and 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. The performances will be held at the La Joya Performing Arts Center, Coyote Dr. in La Joya. All seats are $15. Call 956-383-2623 for tickets or stop by
Dancentre of Edinburg, 2750 Hedfelt, Edinburg. December 9, 10 & 12 • The Upper Valley Art League will host “Introduction to Welding Workshop for Art Sculptures.” Workshop hours run from 5 to 8:30 p.m. all three days and will be held at UVAL, 921 E. 12th St., Mission. The class includes safety equipment and materials and will be taught by G. Hernandez, a certified welding instructor. Cost is $225 for UVAL members and $250 to the general public. For more information and to sign up, call the UVAL gallery at 956-583-2787 or Eric Olivarez at 956-240-1949, or make contact via email at uval.texas@gmail.com. December 12 • The iconic band STYX will make its Rio Grande Valley debut at Bert Ogden Arena, 4900 S. I-69C, Edinburg. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the concert begins at 8 p.m. The See CALENDAR Pg. 10
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pg. 10 l 2019 December Edition from pg. 8 CALENDAR legendary band will ignite the stage as it draws from over four decades of hits with joyous singalongs and hard-driving deep cuts. Tickets start at $46 per person, and various VIP packages are available. Tickets are available at the Bert Ogden Arena box office, 4900 S. I-69C, Edinburg, or go to bertogdenarea.com. December 13 • The City of Palmhurst celebrates the holidays with their Third Annual Christmas in the Park from 5:30 to 10 p.m. There will be music, food, pictures with Santa and a movie at the park. It will be held at Shary Municipal Park, 4900 N. Shary Rd. • A Touch of Frost, the annual season celebration of the Valley Symphony Orchestra, features the VSO Chorale, UTRGV’s Ballet Folklorico, and selections from favorites such as Handel’s Messiah and The Nutcracker. It will be held at the McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd. in McAllen from 8 to 10 p.m. For tickets and information, go to valleyorchestra.
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org or call 956-661-1615. December 13-14 • Illumina Fest is an art and music celebration of the Earth’s continents hosted at Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center, 600 Sunset in McAllen. Guests will travel the quarter mile Luminaria Trail and get a glimpse of how the world celebrates with light across the seven continents. Tickets are $5 per person, and children age 2 and under are admitted free. Advance tickets are available at qm.ticketleap.com/ illumina-fest/. Children who bring their own decorated paper luminaria bag (use a paper lunch bag) will receive a glow band for sharing their gift of light. Adult guests are invited to also create luminaria bags to add to the trail. For information, call 956-686-3370. December 14 • The City of La Joya will host their 14th Annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Parade beginning at 10:30 a.m. The parade route will run down South Leo Avenue. For
parade entry information, call La Joya City Hall at 956-581-7002. • The City of Alton Christmas Parade begins with a parade at 11 a.m. and runs from in front of Cantu Elementary down to City Hall. The celebration continues with the Christmas Festival beginning at 5 a.m. at the Alton Recreation Center. The event offers live, family-friendly entertainment. For parade entry information, call 956-432-0790. • The next Sunset Live, the Rio Grande Valley’s free outdoor concert runs from 5 to 9 p.m. at the McAllen Convention Center Oval Park, 700 Convention Center Blvd. The concert combines music, outdoor activities, a variety of food trucks, beverages, and local artisans. Admission and parking are free. For information, call 956-681-3800. 2020 January 11-February 8 • The Mission Historical Museum (MHM) 14th Annual Quilt Show will be on display at the museum, 900 Doherty in downtown Mission.
An awards reception, with Turning of the Quilts program, will take place at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 17. Admission is free. For information, call 956-580-8646. January 28 • The UTRGV Patron of the Arts Distinguished Artists Series spring concerts include a performance on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020, at 7 p.m. on the Edinburg Campus, by The Low-Frequency Trio. Founded in 2016 by Antonio Rosales (bass clarinet), Juan José García (doublebass), and José Luis Hurtado (piano), its members are active in the international contemporary music scene, and have collaborated with more than 20 young and established composers in the creation and performance of innovative new works for their unique instrumentation. The complete schedule and tickets are available at patron.utrgv.edu. February 27 • Croatian pianist Javor Bračić See CALENDAR Pg. 12
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Saturday, December 14, 2019 - 1pm Mission CSID, La Joya ISD, Sharyland ISD (4th & 5th Graders) Contact your school librarian for additional information. Entry Deadline: Fri., Dec. 13, 2019. Shoe-Box Float & Grapefruit Pie Competition winners to be announced.
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Fall Winter Texan - LifeStyles Of The RGV from pg. 10 CALENDAR comes to the Edinburg PAC on Thursday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m. He was hailed by New York Concert Review for “deep, genuine musicianship and an outstanding technique” in his Carnegie Hall solo debut recital presented by New York Concert Artists. The complete schedule and tickets are available at patron.utrgv.edu. February 28 • Take a musical adventure to the corners of the earth and across the American West in the Valley Symphony Orchestra’s concert Indiana Jones and the Wild West. It will be held at the McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd. in McAllen from 8 to 10 p.m. For tickets and information, go to valleyorchestra.org or call 956-6611615. March 7 • On Saturday, March 7, at 7 p.m., American pianist Alex McDonald of Dallas performs at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville. Since his orchestral debut at age 11, McDonald has performed around the world and has been a featured performer on PBS, WRR (Dallas/Fort
Worth), NPR, and WQXR in New York City. The complete schedule and tickets are available at patron. utrgv.edu. March 27 • The Valley Symphony Orchestra’s finale concert of the season, “Designed by Dabrowski,” features special guest UTRGV Mariachi Aztlan. It will be held at the McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd. in McAllen from 8 to 10 p.m. For tickets and information, go to valleyorchestra.org or call 956-661-1615. April 13 • The final concert of the Patron of the Arts Distinguished Artist Series brings the dynamic cross-genre duo of Sandeep Das on tabla and Mike Block on cello and vocals to the Edinburg PAC. The performance is at 7 p.m. at the UTRGV PAC in Edinburg. The duo has been performing since 2013 and their music features a rhythmic and melodic combination of the tabla (Indian drums used in Hindustani classical music), cello and vocals.
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Medication management is an important issue for seniors and their families. Failure to properly manage medications can threaten the lives of seniors, highlighting the emphasis families must place on ensuring seniors take their medications in strict adherence to their physicians’ instructions. Polypharmacy, or the taking of multiple medications for different conditions, can be a potential health hazard for the thousands of seniors who must manage health conditions with prescription drugs. Harmful drug interactions are a result of the confusion that can arise when seniors take multiple medications at the same time. The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists estimates that more than 34 percent of senior citizens are prescribed medications by more than one physician, and 72 percent use medications they were prescribed more than six months prior. Many people also have begun “pharmacy shopping” to save money. According to a study published in American Nurse Today, 44 percent of men and 57 percent of women older than age 65 take five or more medications per week, with some taking as many as 10. Medication confusion is one risk, but older adults also metabolize medications differently than young people. As a result, they may be more susceptible to overdose or other ill effects. Families looking to help seniors effectively manage their medications should consider the following tips. • Keep a running list of medications. Maintain a list of all medications being taken, noting both prescription and over-the-counter medications and
any supplements and herbs. Provide a copy to any new doctors you visit and any new pharmacies you patronize. • Use pill sorters. Medication sorters can keep medications organized and eliminate some of the personal error in medication management. Organizers have daily slots and may also differentiate between nighttime and daytime medications. • Understand why each medication is being prescribed. Ask your pharmacist and doctor to explain why each medication is prescribed. This information should be printed on the prescription label. Some drugs designed for one symptom may actually be used to treat other issues as well. • Ask for help. Some seniors may benefit from friendly reminders from a loved one regarding when to take certain medications, especially if they need to take multiple doses throughout the day. Cognitively impaired seniors may require the services of a visiting nurse or another caregiver. • Recognize that not all medications are right for seniors. The American Geriatrics Society maintains a list of medications that older adults should avoid or take with extreme caution. Some drugs pose a high risk of side effects or interactions, while others are less effective. Discuss alternatives with your physician if you are prescribed one of these medications. • Keep a medication diary. Record any side effects that occur and how the medications make you feel. Always bring up issues promptly with a doctor. Proper medication management can help seniors avoid drug-related accidents or worse.
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How to make holiday wreaths the easy way There are many different ways to decorate homes and businesses for the holidays. Tall evergreen trees are among the most visible symbols of the holiday season. However, wreaths hung on doors, windows or fences also are ubiquitous this time of year. Wreaths adorn homes primarily during the holidays of Easter and Christmas. Wreaths have also been worn around the head or neck in ceremonial events around the globe for centuries. It is believed the first wreaths date back to ancient Greece and Rome. Members of the Greco-Roman society were known to hand-make ring-shaped items using fresh tree leaves, small fruits, flowers, and twigs. Oftentimes these headdresses symbolized a person’s social status. Others suggest wreaths evolved to become a Christian symbol of immortality. Regardless of how wreaths are viewed, many people like to display wreaths for the holidays. Wreaths can be purchased premade, but making a wreath on your own can make the holidays even more fun. One of the easiest ways to make a wreath is to design it around a circular floral foam form. Gather supplies to make the wreath. For traditional wreaths, supplies will include sprigs of evergreen (real
or artificial), ribbon, floral wire, bows, and artificial berries. Working around the foam form, arrange the boughs of evergreen, using the floral wire to wrap or pin into the foam itself. Keep the layers coming until you get the desired coverage. Embellish with a ribbon or place a bow. The blog A Piece of Rainbow says that creating a wreath jig is an easy way to make a wreath. Cut a dollar-store laundry basket bottom from the top ring to make a template, on which you can place wreath-making materials so they keep their circular form. Use floral wire or natural jute string to tie the materials together. Experiment with fresh evergreen, twigs, holly branches, or whatever materials you choose. Thick card stock also can serve as the wreath template. Attach artificial flowers or leaves, spray snow, ornaments, or other items to the card stock ring with a firm adhesive. Many craft stores sell wreath forms made of natural vines that have been strung in a ring. These can be decorated in their entirety or left a little sparse to let the natural twine show through. Wreaths may seem like complicated creations. But a little imagination and the right materials is all it takes to create a homemade wreath.
Shary Municipal GOLF COURSE
The Valley’s Friendliest Public Golf Course
Winter Specials
18 Hole Green Fee & 1/2 Carts: $25 - After 1:00 p.m. 9 Hole Green Fee & 1/2 Cart: $15 - After 2:00 p.m. • 27 Exciting Golf Holes • 19th Hole Snack Bar • Full Stocked Pro Shop
Special is good starting December 2019 thru March 2020
• Annual Green Fee: $900 • 3 Months Membership: $500 • 18 Hole: $22 • 18 Hole $24 per cart • Senior 60+ $800 • Daily Green Fee: 9 Hole: $16 • Rental Carts: 9 Hole $14
2201 Mayberry Rd. • Mission, Texas Tee Time Reservations: (956) 580-8770
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Holiday hosting in small spaces
Gatherings of family and friends are a big part of the holiday season. Hosting esuch gatherings can be a great way to -show loved ones how much you apprecinate them, and hosting also saves hosts the -trouble of traveling during one of the most .hectic travel seasons of the year. When hosting a large crowd at home, space can be a difficult hurdle to clear. tHowever, a few helpful strategies can help space-starved hosts pull off a holiday soi-ree where everyone is comfortable. • Pare down the menu. Holiday feasts don’t have to resemble medieval banquets with excessive amounts of food and drink. rHosts with small kitchens and tiny dining quarters can pare down the menu, limiting ,offerings to just a single entree and a few -simple side dishes, so everyone feels comfortable at the table and has ample room to eeat. A small menu also gives hosts more time to spend with their loved ones during rthe festivities. m • Don’t overdo it on drinks, either. When planning the drinks menu, avoid offering cocktails, which take time to prepare and often require guests to visit dthe kitchen for refrigerated ingredients. tLimit drinks to wine, beer, water, and soft drinks, storing cold beverages in a cooler dkept outside on a front or back porch or in ean area outside the kitchen so cooks can work without interruption. • Move some furniture. If your main
living space is small, consider moving some bulky furniture into a bedroom or office where guests won’t be spending time. Then make better use of the open living space by placing folding chairs or other accommodations to ensure there’s ample seating for everyone. A single recliner can only be enjoyed by one person, but removing it from a room may create enough space for as many as three folding chairs. • Go small on decorations. If you know you’ll be hosting in advance of the holiday season, decorate with guests in mind. That might mean skipping a six-foot Christmas tree in favor of one that takes up less space. Avoid leaving any fragile decorations out, as adults or overexcited kids may knock them over as they try to navigate a cramped space. Holiday hosting can be fun, even in small spaces. A few simple tricks can make even the smallest spaces accommodating.
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Welcome Winter Texans! Specializing In: • Shampoo & Set • Haircuts • Tinting • Perms • Basic/Steam Facials & Extractions • Specializing in Foils • Manicures & Pedicures • Private Paraffin Spa
Picture (l to r): Irma, Gen, Karla and Mary. Monday - Saturday 8:30am - 5:00pm
216 N. Mayberry • Mission 956-585-1287
adjustment* • No Insurance Need • Open Evening & Weekends
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Corner of Shary Rd. & Expressway 83 2401 E. Exp. 83 #300 (956) 584-3311 Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 7:00PM Saturday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
*Offer valid for first visit only. Initial visit includes consultation, exam and adjustment. Please present offer at time of redemption.
Walk-Ins Welcome © The Joint Corp
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Welcome Back Winter Texan Friends!
www.cityofpalmview.com
Ricardo Villarreal Mayor
Joel Garcia Mayor Pro Tem
Javier Ramirez Councilman
Jose Luis Perez Councilman
Linda Sarabia Councilwoman
Anthony Uresti Councilman
Michael Leo City Manager
The services provided are but a glimpse of how we can help your loved one receive the best services available in the community. Mission Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is able to provide services that focus on treatment and our primary objective is on returning you home as soon as possible. 24-hour licensed nursing care I.V. Therapy Medication Management Enteral Therapy Infusion Therapy Comprehensive Wound Care Respite Care
In-patient and Out-Patient Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Fall Prevention Program Strength and Endurance Program Gait Training Decrease healing time for injuries
Occupational Therapy
Neuro Re-education Activities of Daily Living Training Contracture Prevention Program Home Evaluation and Assessment
Speech Therapy
Swallowing Program (Vital Stim Therapy) Speech Intelligibility Cognitive Retraining
Conveniently located across from Mission Regional Medical Center
Social Services Activities & Recreation Family Program Barber & Beauty Shop Services
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2:00 SPECIAL’S
18-HOLES WITH 1/2 CART OR WITH OUT CART .......... $20.00 9-HOLES WITH 1/2 CART OR WITH OUT CART ............ $15.00
WINTER FEES STARTING NOV.1ST
18-Hole Round With 1/2 CART ..................................... $30.00 9-Hole Round With 1/2 CART ....................................... $20.00 18-Hole Round Walking ............................................... $20.00 9-Hole Round Walking ................................................. $15.00
Memberships
12 Month Green Fee membership ......................... .$800.00 12 Month Trail Fee .................................................. .$500.00 6 Month Green Fee Membership .............................. 700.00 6 Month Trail Fee ..................................................... $400.00 6 Month Green Fee Membership .............................. 700.00 6 Month Trail Fee ..................................................... $400.00 EXTRA CART TRAIL FEE .......................$250.00
10 Rounds Punch Cards
9 Hole Punch Card .................................................... $135.00 18 Hole Punch Card ................................................. $180.00 9 Hole Punch Card with 1/2 CART ............................ $185.00 18 Hole Punch Card with 1/2 CART.......................... $285.00
LESSONS
ONE HOUR ................................................................. .$40.00 MUST CALL TO SET UP APPOINTMENT
TOURNAMENT RATES
NOVEMBER - APRIL 60 OR MORE PLAYERS.............................. $20.00 A PERSON
LA JOYA EMPLOYEE MEMBERSHIPS 12 MONTH MEMBERSHIP ........................................ $600.00 12 MONTH TRAIL FEE............................................... $500.00 3 MONTH MEMBERSHIP ......................................... $400.00 3 MONTH TRAIL FEE ................................................. $300.00
956-323-2165 Hours of Operation: Mon.-Sun. 7am - 6:30pm
7400 W. Expressway 83 • Mission, TX
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ALL INSURANCE WORK IS WELCOME
• Frame Work • Collision, Custom Paint & Body Work • Window Tint • Car Wash
We Repair RVs We work with all RV Insurance
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NINE LOCATIONS VALLEY-WIDE
2217 Nolana St 1704 S. Sugar Rd. 1519 W. US Highway 83 McAllen, TX 78504-4126 Edinburg, TX E. 78539 TX 78596-5654 917 UniversityWeslaco, • Edinburg 2217 Nolana • McAllen (956) 631-2249 (956) 720-4095 (956) 968-7659
383-1334 631-2249 3065 Boca Chica 503503 N 10th St 602 S. Jackson Exp 83Rd& Conway • Mission N 10th • McAllen Blvd McAllen, TX631-5823 78501-4511 Edinburg, TX 78539581-5823 Brownsville, TX (956) 631-5823 (956) 381-6457 • Mission 78521-3507 3065 Boca Chica • Brownsville 1708 W. Griffin Pkwy
102 MINUTE W Nolana Rd 580-1444 (956) 541-5823 NATIONAL 119 E.US Highway 83 10 541-5823 Pharr, TX 78577-9655 Mission, TX 78572 LUBE EXPRESS (956) 782-5823 CHANGE 1519581-5823 W. Bus. 83OIL • Weslaco 602 S. Jackson • Edinburg MAINTENANCE (956) 381-6457 968-7659 TUNE UP OVER 1708 W. Griffin Parkway Make sure it says “NATIONAL” Lube Express. Exp. 281 & Nolana • Pharr MILLION Mission, TX 78572 $
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TEST DRIVE THE NEW 2020 CLUB CAR ONWARD! • SALES • SERVICE • PARTS • RENTALS/ LEASING • BATTERIES Authorized Dealer
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DANCES 7-10PM FRIDAY NIGHTS Dec. 6 – Renaissance Rockers - $10.00 (tickets on sale Nov. 15) Dec. 13 – The Howlers - $8.00 Dec. 20 – Diego - $7.00 Dec. 27 – Route 66 Band - $8.00 MEALS – EVERY MON. 4:30-6:00PM Dec. 9 – Enchilada Dinner Dec. 16 – Roast Beef Dinner Dec. 23 – Chicken Fettuccine Dinner Dec. 30 – Pork Chop Dinner
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SPECIAL EVENTS – 8am-12pm Sat. – Dec. 14 – CRAFT SALE BREAKFAST 7:00-8:30am Wed. – Dec. 11– Homemade Donuts Sat. – Dec. 14 – Biscuit & Gravy Wed. – Dec. 18 – Biscuit & Gravy Wed. – Dec. 25 – No Breakfast – Merry Christmas! FRIDAY LUNCH – 11:00-12:30PM Dec. 6 – Pizza & Salad Bar Dec. 13 – Soup & Salad Bar Dec. 20 – Pizza & Salad Bar Dec. 27 – Soup & Salad Bar ENTERTAINMENT – 7:00PM Dec. 7 – Razz Ma Tazz – Donations Dec. 17 – Tom Wurth Christmas Show $9.00 NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE Dec. 31 – 8:30pm-12:00am Dance with Gatos Locos - $15.00 pp - Includes late lunch - Tickets on Sale now!
All Events Open to Public Peggy Creach – Co Director / Kathy Tyler – Co Director
• Immunizations available year round No appointment needed • 10 Minute Prescription Refills By phone or in person • Specialty Compounding Available! • Full Line DME supplies and wheelchairs • Free Delivery Valley Wide Now serving Rio Grande City and Roma) • All insurance Welcome (Medicaid/medicare/workman’s comp/chips/private pay) • 90 day prescriptions available!
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Apple Pharmacy #1 2501 N 23rd St B, McAllen 956-627-6652
Apple Pharmacy #2 810 E Veterans Dr. Palmview 956-352-6485
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RioScript Pharmacy 2308 Expressway 83, Penitas • 956-271-1064
(formerly Paloma’s Pharmacy)
909 Buss. Park Dr, Mission 956-424-6268
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INSURANCE AGENCY
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956-581-2183
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In Our 66th Year of Service
A FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS SINCE 1954
In 1954, Mission businessman Ben Cavazos opened Mission Auto Electric, Inc. Now, M.A.E. Power Equipment, we have a reputation for selling top quality products and having excellent service. M.A.E. Power Equipment is an Onan, and Generac generator service center. CERTIFIED ONAN R/V GENERATOR SERVICE
915 West Business 83 • Mission (956) 581-7433 Mon-Fri • 8am-5:30pm – Sat • 8am-1pm
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Waiting for bananas to ripen for baking can try anyone’s patience. Laurie McNamara, author of “Simply Scratch: 120 Wholesome Homemade Recipes Made Easy” (Avery), admits she doesn’t have the patience for bananas to brown and that roasting them in the oven speeds up the process. This recipe makes a great addition to breakfast tables and brunches. 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus 1 tablespoon at room temperature for the pan 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 bananas 3⁄4 cup chopped pecans 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 5 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1⁄4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1⁄4 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Serves 8
Roasted Banana Coffee Cake
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Butter a 9-inch round cake pan with the 1 tablespoon room temperature butter and dust with the granulated sugar and tip out any excess. Place the bananas on a small rimmed baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool. In a small bowl, combine the pecans, brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside. Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and nutmeg through a fine-mesh strainer into a medium bowl. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together the butter and sugar on low speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula, then add the roasted bananas, sour cream and vanilla. Beat until incorporated. With the mixer running on low speed, spoon in the flour mixture and mix until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle evenly with the pecan topping. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few crumbs attached. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Timothy W. Brann D.D.S.
Richard A. Young D.D.S.
GENERAL DENTISTRY EXCEPTIONAL CARE SINCE 1982
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SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF MISSION
The City of Mission welcomes our Winter Texans back to our community. The City staff is ready to assist in making your stay as enjoyable as possible. Below is a brief description of the City Departments as well phone numbers.
POLICE – CRIME PREVENTION - 1200 E. 8th St. The Mission Police Department employs over 181 employees and has a 24 hour operating patrol bureau. Mission Police Officers are committed to serving the public to safeguard every citizen’s life and property and to maintaining the community as a safe and friendly place to live, work and play. The Mission Crime Stoppers program has also been an effective tool in crime prevention and consists of having a 24 hour a day telephone line which is available to the public who want to report suspicious/ criminal activity at any hour of the day. MUNICIPAL COURT - 1200 E. 8th St. The Municipal Court is the local branch of the judicial system, which enforces criminal laws, traffic laws and municipal ordinances within the court’s jurisdiction. Court hours are Mon.-Fri. from 8am- 5pm and Sat. from 8am-noon. Payments are accepted from 8am- 4:45pm on Mon.- Fri. and 8am- 11:45am on Saturdays. The court remains open throughout the lunch hour to better serve the community. FIRE-FIRE PREVENTION – 415 W. Tom Landry The Mission Fire Department consists of 66 career firefighters and a Fire Chief as well as volunteer firefighters. The Fire Department responds to calls that include vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, heart attacks, strokes, building fires, structural fires, vehicular fires and brush fires. The Mission Fire Department is divided into three (3) divisions: administration, fire prevention and operations. The Fire Prevention Division educates the public about safety and fire prevention tips. WATER SERVICES – City Hall Water tapping and connections may be arranged with the Water Department. New accounts require a deposit and service fee. UTILITY BILLING/ COLLECTIONS DEPARTMENT Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 8am- 5:30pm and Friday from 8am- 5pm. Payments may also be made online. SOLID WASTE & BRUSH PICK-UP – 105 Abelino Farias St. The City of Mission Sanitation Department furnishes reliable and efficient residential solid waste and brush collection services. The Department’s goal is to provide excellent customer service and a safe and economical waste collection, processing and disposal service, Commercial and roll-off services are provided by BFI waste services, the City’s contractor. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PARKS AND RECREATION – 721 N. Bryan The Parks and Recreation Department consists of four divisions: Parks, Recreation, Aquatics and Facility Maintenance. The Parks and Recreation Department has the responsibility of developing and maintaining 25 City Parks, 2 pools and 35 facilities in the most cost effective manner possible. In addition, Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for city-wide graffiti removal, right-of-way mowing and pruning of trees, new construction/improvement projects, special events, recreational activity, etc. PLANNING DEPARTMENT – City Hall The Planning Department guides the orderly development of the city using several primary ordinances. It is divided into the following divisions: Inspections Division, Planning Division, Code Enforcement Division. This Department can provide information on the City’s requirements for building permits, new subdivisions, zoning classifications, setbacks, new construction, additions or remodeling. The Code Enforcement Division ensures the compliance of all ordinances including weedy lots, junked vehicles as well as health code compliance. ANIMAL CONTROL – 2801 N. Holland This City Division promotes and protects public safety and animal care through sheltering, pet placement programs, education and animal law enforcement. LIBRARY SERVICES – 801 E. 12th St. The Speer Memorial Library has over 250 computers and laptops available for public use 7 days a week and provides free WiFi access. In addition to books, magazines, newspapers, music CDs, DVDs and study rooms, the Library also provides free E-book services. We have programming year round for adults and children including Book Club Discussions, Arts & Crafts, Story Time, and more. Hours of operation are M-Th 8 am - 9 pm, Fri & Sat 8 am – 5 pm, and Sun 12 noon – 5 pm. For more information contact the visit our website www.mission.lib.tx.us. GOLF COURSE – 2201 N. Mayberry St. Shary Municipal Golf Course is a 27-hole golf course with a full service driving range that is open every day, except for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Daily green fees are competitively priced. The Golf Shop offers a complete selection of golf equipment and golf attire for men and women. Other services provided are golf handicaps and a lighted driving range. The clubhouse also has a full service snack bar and Pro Shop. HISTORICAL MUSEUM – 900 Doherty Ave. The Mission Historical Museum collects, preserves, exhibits and promotes the history of Mission and western Hidalgo County. Its many exhibits and programs focus on the images and artifacts which showcase the area’s rich history. Housed in the 1939 John Shary Building, a designated Texas Historical Landmark, and the 1940 Mission Post Office, museum exhibits explore the area’s ranching and agricultural heritage, the development of Mission, the city’s remarkable contributions to professional sports, and the ongoing involvement of Mission citizens in military service to our country. Temporary and seasonal exhibits bring additional variety to the Museum’s programming. Museum hours are Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free.
Fall Winter Texan - LifeStyles Of The RGV Listed below are the phone numbers of the various departments of the City. We suggest that you clip this list and keep it for future reference. Please feel free to contact the staff with any concerns or questions. We are here to serve the citizens of Mission.
CUSTOMER SERVICE DIRECTORY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
Switchboard Mayor & City Manager’s Office Executive Department City Secretary Vital Statistics Finance Human Resources Purchasing CDBG – Housing Assistance Risk Management/Safety Utility Billing & Sanitation Legal Department
580-8650 580-8662 580-8662 580-8668 580-8664 580-8684 580-8681 580-8667 580-8643 580-8716 580-8660 580-8737
Tax Inquiries 318-2157
PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENTS
Police & Fire Emergency Calls Non-Emergency Calls Police Department Police Chief Civil Service Fire Department Fire Marshal Municipal Court Public Works
911 585-3111 584-5000 584-5144 451-0303 580-8705 580-8711 584-5150 580-8780
For concerns with : Water Breaks, Sewer, Street, Street Signs, Traffic Signals, Debris/Brush Disposal, Mosquito Spraying, Street Light Outages
Health Department Animal Control Planning Parks and Recreation Speer Memorial Library Mission Historical Museum Shary Municipal Golf Course
580-8744 580-8741 580-8671 580-8760 580-8750 580-8646 580-8770
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As a Lone Star Legacy Club™ member you will enjoy many features such as: • Legacy Express e-newsletter designed especially for Lone Star Legacy Club™ members. • Membership meetings with special topics of interest. • Adventurous and exciting trips, tours and cruises are accessible to all Lone Star Legacy Club™ members. To start planning your next getaway call 1-800-568-9890.
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