Volume 8: Issue 14: January 18, 2023

And just like that, this is the last Welcome Home Winter Texan of the season! It has been a wonderful winter, and we have enjoyed sharing it with you!

Y ou probably don’t know this about me, but I was a cheerleader. Not a real one, but I grew up watching my dad play softball. He was on the Palmer Steel team, and the players and their families became close friends. The softball kids, as we were called, ran wild and jeered the opposing teams. We’d eat snow cones and hot dogs and dare each other to yell things like, “We want a pitcher not a belly itcher.” We would go on family vacations to float the Frio River. The softball wives had graduation parties when the kids, like me, graduated from high school. There were wedding parties when the softball kids got married, and those led to baby showers.

I’d like to take this opportunity to invite you to stick around, to extend your stay for a few days, weeks, months... or even indefinitely! The fun keeps coming; we keep dancing, dining, and having fun all summer long, and we’d love to have you join us.

If you feel you must go, I’d like to invite you to help us spread the word about South Texas to everyone you meet along the way and those you see every day back home. Invite them to join you next season! We would love to have them join us. The more the merrier!

Put Me In, Coach!

This September, we will host our second, not so annual (thanks to the pandemic), Winter Texan Reunion Tour, so we’d also like to invite you to join us at one of our stops. Stay tuned as we announce our travel plans.

Men’s softball changed my life in so many ways. We made memories and friendships to last a lifetime. I’m proud to support the work of Ed Martens and the Ed Martens Senior Texan Softball League, in honor of my dad and the entire Palmer Steel softball family.

It has been a real pleasure to serve you this year. We will work throughout the summer months on all of our programming so next season will be even better than this one!

Safe travels, Y’all! •

We’re connecting the dots…•

O ne morning in late December, ballplayers gathered at McAllen’s West Side Softball Complex-stretching, lunging, and swinging bats, but mostly chatting as they awaited the arrival of Ed Martens.

Martens is a legend among this group. He’s touted as the founder of the Senior Texan Softball League. In its 31st year, the League is undergoing a name change, a surprise gift for its founding member.

Murmurs begin to rise when Martens is spotted walking up the tree-lined entry to the park. Donning

a League ball cap and windbreaker, he makes his way toward the crowd. A few break away from the group to greet him, offering a word, shaking his hand, and patting him on the back.

After a few more greetings, he’s directed to a chair near the concession stand that sits between the softball fields. As he sits, the ballplayers begin to gather behind him.

Dave Duncan, a winter visitor from Concord, New Hampshire, begins to address the crowd of about 40. This isn’t a typical morning for the League, which plays Mondays

through Thursdays, November into early March. Today is different.

Martens is being honored by the City of McAllen Parks & Recreation Department and his peers, not only for creating the League but for managing it, almost solely the majority of its existence.

It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating the long-awaited return of so many of our friends. Now, here we are bidding you farewell and safe travels. All of us at Welcome Home RGV look forward to your return. Plans are

Martens made his way to the Rio Grande Valley from Minnesota at the invitation of friends, making Bentsen Grove Resort in Mission a winter getaway for the next three decades.

FAREWELL WINTER TEXAN SEASON

Special to Welcome Home RGV

Story and Photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert

He played baseball in the Air Force during the Korean War. When it was suggested he start a softball league, Martens relays, his initial response was, “I know baseball. I don’t know softball,” and that he was told, “It’s no big deal--just a different ball.”

So he built the program from the ground, up, his wife, Mary, serving as bookkeeper, and starting with three RV park teams: Tip O Texas and Tropic Star--both in Pharr--and Bentsen Grove. “He knew everybody’s name and what positions they played,” Duncan shares.

The League played in Mission and Edinburg before finding a

permanent home in McAllen. “These are the best fields in the Valley,” says Martens. Duncan adds the support from the McAllen Parks and Recreation Department has been tremendous, maintaining the fields and providing umpires for the games.

When it was first implemented, the 55+ (“Or near there,” says Duncan) League was primarily made up of winter visitors but opened to the whole Valley soon after. Today it’s made up of approximately 40 percent locals and the rest from Midwest states and Canada.

In early March, the League puts on a U.S. vs. Canada game. It’s one of Martens’ favorite things

PUT ME IN, COACH!

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in South Texas. (Also on the list, “grapefruit and the people,” he shares. The people come first--then the grapefruit; it’s delicious.”)

At 91, Martens no longer plays the sport, and a few years ago, he recruited a committee to take the helm. While he has given up the game, he continues to show up to support the players.

That special morning in December, Duncan formally announced to an unsuspecting Martens, “We’ve changed the name of the League to the Ed Martens Senior Texan Softball League.”

Additionally, he was presented with a plaque by the City’s Parks & Recreation Department in recognition of his 31 years of dedication, service, hard work, and countless contributions to the softball program.

The Ed Martens Senior Texan Softball League hosts two games starting at 9:00 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays. These games run through February at Westside Park and Field, 1000 S. Ware Rd. in McAllen. The 55+ co-ed League is open to all skill levels. The cost is $60 per person, which includes the full season and a League t-shirt. For more information, contact Dave Duncan at (603) 496-7951. To participate Tuesdays and Thursdays, contact Fred Esqueda at (956) 897-6961, and to participate Mondays and Wednesdays, contact Mike Doyle at (870) 847-0565.

“It’s been my pleasure. I’ve never met such great people in all my life…” Martens said, his voice cracking slightly as tears appear, “… as I have in softball.” •

Faith in the Valley

By Alden “Ace” Moore, Winter Texan at Palm Resaca Park

When Pastor John Berglund and his wife, Debbie, retired in 2020, they were going to go to Penang, Malaysia, to volunteer at a large Christian school. (Penang has been described by the British as “the jewel of Asia.”)

But COVID hit, and their plans changed. John decided to let God lead him to another place where his services would be useful. The Berglunds also wanted to find someplace warm to get out of the cold Iowa winters, so they came to the Rio Grande Valley, where they discovered Palm Resaca Park. John is now the pastor of the Park.

John’s road to becoming a pastor was not an easy one. He was into drugs in his teenage years and had a near-fatal car accident when he was just 16.

“I felt like I was being swept in and realized that I needed to change my life,” he said.

That’s when John turned to Christ. He went to the Moody Bible School in Chicago, where he earned his degree. (G.L. Moody was the Billy Graham of the 1800s.) Even then, he wasn’t ready to settle down. He had a background in sales, so he ended up selling cars and then insurance. While he was doing this, he was also asked to preach at difference churches. After preaching 50 times in 52 weeks, it finally dawned on him that maybe the ministry was really his calling. He started at a local church in Iowa and eventually taught the Bible at a large Christian high school in Des Moines. He also taught troubled youth in a Christian summer camp.

“I realized that I could understand them and reach out and help them,” John said

For five years, he traveled the nation doing seminars for pastors. He was also on a board to help

promote Christian movies, such as The Passion of the Christ and The Chronicles of Narnia

For 16 years, John has led groups of people to the Holy Land, where they study the Bible on site. He has a group outing planned for March of 2023.

“Our life has been a huge adventure,” said Debbie. “We got to travel the world with missions.” One place she especially remembers is Myanmar, where she and John both taught.

John describes himself as “The largest Mexican in captivity.” He’s

6’4” and “200-and-none-of-yourbusiness pounds,” he says. His Mexican mother was born in a boxcar in Dallas, Texas. His dad was of Swedish decent and was born in Iowa.

“It’s funny how things work out,” said John. “I had been praying to God to find me a place to serve, and the good people of Palm Resaca had also been praying to have someone come and minister to them.”

It was only when John visited South Padre Island after doing a seminar in Mercedes that he thought, “This place is a real jewel. I would like to retire here.”

On the last day of the seminar, John found Palm Resaca Park on the internet. When he and Debbie drove over to inspect the Park, they loved everything they saw. It was neat and clean, and the people were very friendly. It was close to South Padre Island, and it was affordable. John is thoroughly enjoying his newfound “retirement”.

Park residents Deb and Dave Jacobsen were married on Valentine’s Day in our Park. “We were so honored that John was able to perform the ceremony,” said Dave. “John is a very positive speaker. I never get the feeling that he’s being judgmental. His message is always uplifting, and he accepts people for who they are.

“It was my first wedding in an over-55 park,” said John. “I have performed many memorials in senior parks, so it was such a special joy-and very upbeat--to perform this wedding ceremony.”

“I enjoy listening to his message,” said Park resident Cliff Benson. “He brings the Bible into today’s world and shows how it all fits and blends together.”

Dan and Linda Wisneski summed it up best when they said John shows he cares for people. He has a shepherd’s heart. “He is a real person who is able to relate God’s message.” •

Kansas Day 2023

Make

F ellow Kansans, mark your calendars for the 2023 Kansas Day celebration--Wednesday, January 25. Yes, we’re celebrating four days early. The event will be held at Balli’s Social Event Center, 1620 E. Griffin Pkwy. in Mission.

reservation by January 20

Lunch, entertainment, and a raffle are included in the $18.00 ticket. The ticket also includes tax and gratuity. The fun begins at 10:30 a.m. Be ready to dance to the tunes of Rusty Rierson, nationally known entertainer from Augusta, Kansas. Rierson was voted RGV Male Vocalist of the Year in 2019 and 2020. Reservations must be received by Friday, January 20. Contact larrys13@icloud.com or 913-369-5669 for all details and to make

Ya Never Know

We have had so much fun this past summer and just have to share one of the things we were putting together for y’all. Here at The Lamb’s Loom, you never know what creativity will pop up and inspire us. Well, over the summer, it was only a few swirls on a piece of paper, and Alys was off to the races! You see, we were all busy planning new areas around the shop, designing them and moving lots of yarn; ideas were flying around everywhere. One need expressed was to add a couple of new side tables. Our sweet Alys took charge and

began to draw and decorate them with flowers and butterflies. She drew and drew. Then we put out a box of markers, and as the days went on, everyone picked a flower, and the tables began to blossom.

Then that idea grew into another idea. As some of you have seen, we now have a new outside Sit-n-Knit area called Peggy’s Porch. We spent last summer putting things together for that area, but the windows just needed a little extra help. In came our very talented Alys again. So that you don’t miss out on the fun, she

has prepared two boards for all of our Winter Texan friends to color away on. You are welcome to come by to color and “chillax” on Peggy’s Porch at the same time. It really is so nice and relaxing out there, and it gets prettier every day you join us.

We’re ready to sit back and share a little Show-n-Tell with you and color a couple of windows. Ya never know what may bloom at The Lamb’s Loom.

For the rest of the year, when you aren’t here at home in South Texas, you can join us on our website at

thelambsloom.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. And, of course, we have lots of fun articles right here in Welcome Home Winter Texan. The Lamb’s Loom is located at 1102 Tamarack in McAllen. We are open Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additional parking is available in the rear via Upas Avenue.

We truly appreciate all of our PEGs! You can be a PEG, too! Pray. Encourage. Give. Remember, The Lamb’s Loom is not just a yarn shop; it’s a ministry and a mindset. •

Nathalie Anderson: A Quilting Angel Covering NICU Babies with Love

Submitted by Janice Teppo

W e have many angels here at Trophy Gardens, but I’d like to express special appreciation to Nathalie Anderson, one of our Winter Texans.

Prior to the pandemic, I volunteered in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the DHR Health Women’s Hospital in Edinburg. I told Nathalie about the need for blankets for babies in the NICU. Over the years, her mom has made quilts for many families in need, and Nathalie has been given the gift of quilting.

Nathalie and her husband, Maurice (Moe), knocked at my door with 100 baby quilts in 2018. They not only purchased all the material, but Nathalie put her time and love into each of these special quilts. In November 2019, her brother, Gary, also from Trophy Gardens, knocked

on my door with baby quilts from Nathalie, who was still in Iowa, in case cool weather affected us before she got here after Christmas. Then, when she and Moe arrived in the Valley, their car was full of baby quilts. They would leave necessary items behind to make sure every baby quilt she made came to the Valley to be given to our precious babies in the NICU.

Nathalie has been making her baby quilts for five years now, with a total of over 500 handmade quilts! COVID has made it impossible for folks to volunteer in the NICU, but Nathalie continues bringing her beautiful baby

quilts that truly make a difference to so many parents, knowing their babies will go home with a warm, handmade quilt. Doctors and nurses in the NICU are always amazed at Nathalie and Mo’s generosity.

Thank you so very much, Nathalie. Your special gift of quilting has left your thumbprints on our hearts. •

The Whooping Cranes are on their annual trip down to the warm, welcoming winters of Port Aransas—and you should join them. Secure your Whooping Crane Festival tickets for February 23-26, and start a migration tradition of your own.

Iowan Unable to Come to South Texas Sends Quilt

Submitted by Pat Skye

While this beautiful RGV weather is enjoyed by many from the north, Nomi Vos of Sioux City, Iowa, must do it through the Shakespeare in the RGV Quilt Show at the Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum. The traveling exhibit of 43 original wall hangings is from the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky. The contest requires all entries be original in design and be constructed by the designer.

Vos heard of the contest from a Winter Texan, Rozann Kiewel, (South Dakota and Harlingen), and was encouraged by her to try. However, the idea moved slowly as Vos continued her three-year battle with cancer. Her sister from California has traveled to be with her during her treatments; she was excited about the quilt contest and encouraged Vos to try.

The drives for chemo and radiation treatments, as well as recovery time, were their focus. However, the unexpected happened. The treatment center had a problem and was shut down for two weeks. Vos and her sister rekindled the

While being a traditional quilter and loving needle-turn appliqué, this is Vos’ first art quilt and first contest. Coming up with ideas surrounding Shakespeare was challenging, especially when you know very little about him or his works. Researching A Midsummer Night’s Dream, she focused on the forest scene, envisioning appliqued leaves and flowers. Then, with a bright shining moon in the background, the tree trunks would be silhouetted. What about a pond? Maybe even fairies floating through the trees? Glowing?

The fabrics had to be darks and lights to reflect the night and to make sure the fairies would show up. Drawings were done, and Dreamy Summer Night came into existence.

The contest required a quilt size of 24” x 40.” Another requirement was to include a traditional quilt block. Vos finally settled on a Storm at Sea quilt block and used that block to make the pond. Her quilt is classified as a landscape. (Other styles and techniques and an extensive range of interpretations of this 16th century bard and his works are in this exceptional exhibit.)

Vos’ quilt is one of 43 in this traveling exhibit representing 22 states and three countries. Judges have determined first-, second-, and third-place winners.

The traveling exhibit, New Quilts from an Old Favorite, is held every two years by the National Quilt Museum and is sponsored by Moda Fabrics and Janome sewing machines. It is underwritten locally by the RGV Museum Volunteers Association. Information about entering this contest can be found at: quiltmuseum.org/NQOF2024.

The Shakespeare in the RGV exhibit is open to the public now through March 25. Entrance is free, while a donation is appreciated. Hours are Tuesdays-Saturdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sundays 1 – 4 p.m. Closed Mondays. Group tours may be scheduled by calling the Museum at 956-216-4901. The Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum is located at 2425 Boxwood in Harlingen (off Loop 499 near Valley International Airport and Texas State Technical College). •

Shakespeare contest possibility. They exchanged ideas. Then, research on the internet and drawings took place. Next, there was shopping for fabrics.

Things I Have Learned

A somewhat random and reckless look at life from a fairly old guy

By Bill Ward

Sleep On It

T oday’s Wisdom: It is a common experience that a problem difficult at night is resolved in the morning after the committee of sleep has worked on it. ~John Steinbeck

My wife and I recently spent an evening playing cards with two other couples. As is typical, we got onto the topic of the aches, pains, recent surgeries, and health struggles of ourselves and others we know. One of the ladies noted that a relative was currently trying the new stem cell procedure on one of her knees. It is actually quite a marvel what is happening with that technology.

The conversation moved on and eventually settled on a condition men often encounter later in life. I’m not quite sure how we got there. Someone wondered if that might be the next field for transplants, which brought a chuckle. I suggested perhaps stem cell therapy might work there.

The group cracked up, and I feared the gal beside me might fall on the floor. She just lost it. As the other five were consumed in their laughter for a minute, I just sat there thinking, “What did they hear that is so funny? I don’t get it.”

We called it a night and headed home to bed. At 4 a.m. I awakened suddenly, having had a great revelation. I started laughing. My wife woke up from the shaking of the bed and, somewhat irritated, asked what I was laughing about. I told her, “I just got my joke. Stem cell therapy.” OK; maybe you had to be there.

I know I am getting slow, but come on. “Seven hours to get a joke?” I asked myself.

One of the things I have learned is that our brain does some amazing work while we sleep. When I was working, it was common to wake up at night with a solution to a problem I was dealing with. Perhaps clearing the brain of daily business allows it to work more efficiently. Whatever

the reason, I learned it is wise to put off major decisions until sleep had a chance to mull the issue over.

I’m a little worried, though. My brain is not handling memory as well

as it used to. There is a risk that, rather than solving a problem, I might just forget it. Actually, I guess I’m good either way.

I’m just sayin’. •

When you’re facing a breast cancer diagnosis, you deserve the best care possible. But you also deserve to keep spending your winters in south Texas. That’s why Texas Oncology has an extensive network of expert specialists in the Rio Grande Valley, offering comprehensive breast cancer care from chemotherapy and radiation therapy to leading edge treatments and services like immunotherapy, genetic testing, clinical trials, and more. It’s expert care that keeps you right where you want to be. Because you shouldn’t have to choose.

Bill Ward is a retired healthcare administrator from Minnesota and a regular columnist, author, and untalented rock n’ roll musician. He winters at Casa Del Sol in Donna. You can contact Bill by email at bwward@charter.net .

Soar Among the Clouds on South Padre Island

T he SPI Kite Fest is back for a weekend full of beautiful displays and shows that’ll captivate the audience. The festival will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Center and will start February 2, with the indoor kite performances at 6:30 p.m. The indoor shows will run for two hours, as master kite flyers showcase their skills with beautifully choreographed maneuvers. Tickets are $12.00 and available for purchase at B&S Kites.

B&S Kites is a family-ownedand-operated business that sells various kites for people of all ages. They believe the perfect day on the beach includes a kite in your hand as you soak in the sun and get your feet wet. Flying kites has always been an activity the whole family can enjoy. Kids love seeing the beautiful kites soar in the air, and parents get to reminisce about their

childhoods. From birds to dragons, you can find your perfect kite. For more information on the 2023 SPI Kite Fest and B&S Kites, check out sopadre.com.

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A graduate of The Miller School of Medicine at The University of Miami in Florida, where he also earned a Master of Public Health degree, Dr. Lee completed his residency training at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Isaac L. Lee, MD

Perspectives

Can I Still be of Any Use?

By Pastor Sheila Freeland

A n elderly woman sits alone at her table with a pen in her trembling, feeble hand, equipped to sign the paper before her--the final paper to pass on her home she loves because she and her husband worked their whole lives for it and it has all the memories of their children’s laughter. She realizes there are no more children at her feet, and the laughter has faded away. No more messes to clean but her own, and she’s struggling to cook for just one.

She begins to question, “Does anyone have use of these arthritic hands?” “Does anyone have use of these blinding eyes?” “Does anyone have use of this slow and frail woman?” “Surely there isn’t a purpose for me?” She thinks. She sits there alone because her children have moved on with their busy lives, and she has buried her husband of 62 years. She has retired from her lifelong career because she is unable to move like she used to. In her

sorrow, she asks herself, “What use do I possibly have left to give?”   Can you relate to this woman’s story?

Since moving into our 55+ community, questions like hers come up often in conversations with some of the ladies. It has been shared with me how, after raising their children and retiring from a lifelong job, there comes this feeling of uselessness, as if their life is over and there isn’t anything of importance left to do.

I can tell you…God needs you! How do I know this? Because His Word tells us so.

Although raising your children and working hard are important in life, they aren’t the reason or the purpose of our lives. In Psalm 92:14, we read, “They shall still bring forth fruit in old age.”  Why? Well, in verse 15, the Bible tells us, “To shew that the Lord is upright: he is my rock, and there is no unrighteousness in him.” Everything we do, whether it is raising children, doing our job, being a friend, and even in growing old--it is to show how great our God is.

He needs you to teach the young mother how God can get her through the sleepless nights and that they don’t last forever. You can help the newly married young woman by sharing how God helped you and your husband through the struggles you had in your first few years of marriage. God needs you to listen, laugh and cry with your neighbor who just lost her husband of 50 years because you, too, know how God’s strength can get you through it.

When living by the Word of God, old age brings wisdom that is able to help and guide others in need. That wisdom is not useless but a treasure. You are a treasure.

Let us pray to the Lord Psalm 71:18: “Now also when I am old and gray-headed, O God, forsake me not; until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation and thy power to everyone that is to come.” Amen

Sheila Freeland and her husband, Branden, serve with Christian Resort Ministries (CRM) in our Harlingen area year-round. They provide Sunday services throughout the year and can

be reached at brandenfreeland@gmail. com for service times and activities. You can also follow us at our website at crmintl.org for more information about our program within the RGV. •

1048 N. Alamo Rd., #23 1/1 mobile home features open floorplan and is fully furnished and move-in ready. Washer & dryer included, an additional 8 x 10 shed for storage, covered carport, big backyard. Motivated Seller Call Bonnie, (956) 434-6112

1908 Jefferson St This property won’t last! This well-maintained fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, mobile home has so much to offer, including a Texas room, a bonus room in the master bedroom for crafts/reading room, and the french doors open to a spacious deck for entertaining. Call Heather, (956) 2713682

910 Santa Anna Drive Come see this spacious, fully furnished 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom home located on the beautiful 9th hole of ACCs private golf course. The garage has a built-in workbench with lots of room to store all of your woodworking, crafting or extra stuff. Call Curt, (956) 455-4195

7417 Golf Drive This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom is being sold fully furnished. With two exterior patios, an enclosed patio with stunning views of the course, a chef’s dream kitchen, open-concept living area with 15 ft ceilings and an oversized garage, this home is perfect for you! Call Heather, (956) 271-3682

731 Pine Ave This spacious 1 bed, 1 bath fully furnished park model was renovated to add a comfortable living room. It sits on TWO LOTS and has large covered patio/carport areas on both sides plus two large storage sheds. Call Curt, (956) 455-4195

2205 Robin This 720 sq ft house lives larger than you would think. The open living/dining/kitchen design is just right for quiet days at home. You’ll love the screened porch, backyard and pergola covered outdoor space backing to greenspace. RV parking with FHU. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

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Community amenities include pools, clubhouse, fitness center, bocce ball and pickleball courts, and dog park. FHU and a cozy coach house with a bath with shower and a wet bar. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

4007 Pelican Way Don’t miss this spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath fully furnished home.. Split bedrooms, a cook’s kitchen and open floorplan make this home feel huge. Enjoy your view of the greenspace from your large covered back patio. Landscape maintenance is provided by HOA. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

4018 Lark You’ll love spending the winters in the Texas Tropics on your very own deeded RV lot in this resort community. The coach house has a murphy bed and a bathroom with shower making it perfect for guests. When you don’t have company you can enjoy the extra space with a fireplace for entertaining or just relaxing. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

2701 Tack Dr Spacious 2-bedroom, 2 baths located in a great 55+ community in the heart of Mission. Complete kitchen remodel, custom hardwood cabinetry, quartz countertop and mosaic backsplash, updated stainless steel appliance ties this kitchen together. Call Heather, (956) 271-3682

1507 Daytona Dr Looking for a cozy home to make your own? Look no further than this cute updated one-bedroom mobile that provides all you need for your home away from home—located in Wintergreen estates, an active 55+ community. Call Heather, (956) 271-3682

Mallard This deeded RV lot backing to greenspace in the luxury resort of Retama Village.

FIND A PLACE TO BELONG

If you are seeking to join a loving, caring and fun congregation then All Saints is the church for you. Take the time to visit us for Sunday service followed by coffee, treats and fellowship in the parish hall immediately following our service. We are a small, friendly congregation that is growing and accepting. We are active in our faith, have deep roots in the community and celebrate all the gifts that God has bestowed upon us. You look forward to meeting you.

All Saints Episcopal Church | 499 North Reagan Street, San Benito, Texas 78586 www.allsaintssb.org

Spotted in the RGV South

Padre Island

By Eryn Reddell Wingert

It was a rarity, growing up in the Rio Grande Valley, to witness a Brown Pelican on South Padre Island. That is not the case today, and how lucky are we?! The Brown Pelican is now thriving around the Island and can be spotted year-round, perched on a post or flying in formation. According to the theworldbirdingcenter.com, they are also seen inland along the Rio Grande. •

SAVORY TREATS SWEET CRAVINGS

RECIPE CONNECTION

Looking for that amazing treat that will satisfy your craving! Each week we will offer you a variety of recipes that you can try from those who truly enjoy food and want to share!

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Sandy Shares a Popular Recipe from Minnesota

By Sandy Olson

J

ulie Rice is my friend and neighbor at Palm Shadows RV Resort in Donna. She gave me this recipe to share with readers looking for something special to serve both family and guests. Julie lives in St. Cloud, Minnesota, when she isn’t soaking up the Texas sun each winter.

Swedish Kringler

Some Like It Hot

••• Shrimp Fettucine

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Junior League of McAllen, Inc.

Serves 12

1½ cups butter

1 pound Velveeta cheese, cubed ½ inch

3 medium onions, chopped

½ pound jalapeño cheese, cubed ½ inch

3 ribs celery, chopped

2 tablespoons chopped jalapeño peppers

¼ cup flour

(more may be needed to thicken)

3 cloves garlic, crushed

4 tablespoons chopped parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

3 pounds shrimp, cleaned and deveined

1 pound fettuccine noodles

1 quart half-and-half Parmesan cheese to taste

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter 3-quart casserole dish.

Melt butter in large saucepan. Add onions, celery and bell peppers. Cook 10 minutes or until clear. Add flour; blend well. Cover and cook 15 minutes, stirring often. Add parsley and shrimp. Cover and cook 20 minutes, stirring frequently. Add cream, cheeses, jalapeños, and garlic. Mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook covered on low heat 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cook fettucine according to package directions. Drain and add sauce. Mix thoroughly. Pour into casserole. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 12 minutes. •

Crust:

1 cup real butter 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons water

Mix all the above to form a dough. Roll the dough out on a piece of parchment paper to form two rectangles. Place the parchment paper on a cookie sheet.

Topping: 2 cups water 1 cup real butter 2 cups all-purpose flour 6 eggs

Bring the water and butter to a boil. Whisk in the flour. Beat in the eggs, two at a time, mixing well. Add a teaspoon of either vanilla or almond extract.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread the topping over the rolledout crusts. Bake for 45 minutes until light brown.

NOTE: This dessert is not to be confused with Kringla, the “figure 8” Norwegian treat that is more like a sweet dough and a cross between a roll and a cookie.

Lifelong foodie, restaurant reviewer, cooking teacher, and summer Iowan Sandy Olson spends the Winter-Texan season at Palm Shadows RV Park in Donna. This season, Sandy will be sharing recipes from across the U.S. and Canada. If you have a favorite recipe from your “other” home you’d like to share, you can contact Sandy at midwestfoodie@ gmail.com. •

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

L ooking for something to do here in the Rio Grande Valley? Our calendar of events has been the go-to source for our retirees to check out the lighter side of the Valley by listing entertainment events, dances, meals, jam sessions, meetings, and even garage sales. For more information on submitting your events and activities, please email calendar@welcomehomergv.com. The deadline for submission is Fridays at 5:00pm. •

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2023

McAllen’s Golden Age Olympics Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N 25th St, McAllen. Play, compete & have fun! Register at mcallenparks. net.

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Homemade Cake Donuts 07:30 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Preorder day before. (956) 585-0703.

Wednesday Breakfast 07:30 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Cowboy Church Service 09:00 AM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. (603) 3962786.

Winter Texan Expo 09:00 AM McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention

Center Blvd, McAllen. Free Admission. (956) 687-5115.

Improvers Line Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

2 Hour River Tour 10:30 AM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. (956) 581-4477. $22.00 pp, CASH ONLY.

3M Retirees & Friends 10:30 AM Victoria Palms Restaurant & Ballroom, 600 Kingston Way, Donna. (612) 917-9236.

Jam Luncheon 11:30 AM Chimney Park RV Resort, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. (402) 630-0492.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West

Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Lunch & Jam Session 12:00 PM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Musical Jam 12:30 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 425-7448.

Big Band Jam 01:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. Free admission. (956) 580-0428.

Music Jam 01:00 PM Chimney Park RV Resort, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. Free admission. (402) 630-0492.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Country Music Jam 01:00 PM Heritage Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, Mission. Free admission. (815) 2227464

Acoustic Jam Session 01:30 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Happy Hour w/Carlos Canas 03:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-8412.

Happy Hour w/Larry’s Little Brothers 03:30 PM Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 W, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 376-3798.

Swing Dance Lesson 04:00 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412- 0375.

Pancake, Sausage Gravy & Biscuit Supper 04:30 PM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $7.00 pp. (319) 330-7724.

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Naomi Bristow 06:00 PM Winter Haven Resort, 3501 Old Port Isabel Rd, Brownsville. (956) 831-7755.

Pre-Rounds 06:30 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

Mission Bell Rock & Roll Jam 07:00

PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

MS/Plus Square Dance W/Ron Betzelberger 07:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

BG DUO 07:00 PM CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (918) 916-0541.

Dance w/South Texas Ramblers 07:00

PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 565-2638?.

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers 07:00

PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (956) 783-5008.

Dance w/The Lockhart’s 07:00 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-5551.

Festus Lives On 07:00 PM Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 519-8650.

Goldwing Express 07:00 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E Bus 83, San Juan. $10.00 adv/ $12.00 door. (515) 321-7943.

Helen Russell & Company 07:00

PM Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (705) 330-7616.

Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (810) 629-4263.

Ralph Kuster 07:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 682-8081.

Roger Despard 07:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-8221.

Ruthi’s Rock-n-Country 07:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $5.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

The Baker Family 07:00 PM Bit-OHeaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $10.00 pp. (603) 396-2786.

Marco Schirripa , percussion 07:00 PM UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr,

Edinburg. Free admission. (956) 665-3881.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2023

McAllen’s Golden Age Olympics Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N 25th St, McAllen. Play, compete & have fun! Register at mcallenparks.net. Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Biscuits & Gravy 07:30 AM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Craft Sale 08:00 AM Aladdin Villas, 1501 Aladdin Villas Blvd, W. Mission. (320) 226-0366.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Seven Oaks Resort, 801 S Inspiration Rd, Mission. Free admission. (802) 373-8866.

All You Can Eat Pancakes 09:00 AM The Grove, 83rd & Stewart Rd, San Juan. BYOTS.

Bluegrass Jam 09:00 AM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Pickleball Mixer 09:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Entertainer Showcase 09:00 AM Harlingen Municipal Auditorium,

1204 Fair Park Blvd, Harlingen. $10.00 pp per day. (956) 687-5115.

Ron Hoover 16th Annual Open House 10:00 AM Ron Hoover RV & Marine Centers, 655 Ron Hoover Dr, Donna. Free admission. (956) 4644403.

Country Jam 10:00 AM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 585-5704.

Line Dance Boot Camp 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Thursday Lunch 11:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Artist/Craft/Farmer’s Market 11:00 AM AmeriCana RV Resort, 1840 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 581-1705.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Lunch & Jam Session 11:30 AM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd. Weslaco. $8.00 lunch. (956) 969-3740.

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Mission Bell Country Jam Lunch 11:30

AM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

Country Jam & Lunch 11:30 AM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Free admission. (956) 787-7839

Rock N’ Roll Jam 12:30 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Country Jam 01:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Dixieland Mobile Home Park, 1325 Dixieland Dr, Harlingen. Free admission. (815) 440-8497.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Happy Hour w/Helen Russell & Company 03:00 PM Restful Valley

Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 519-8650.

His & Her Country Variety Band 03:30 PM The Tipsy Monkey, 3700 E Exp 83, Weslaco. Free admission. (641) 751-2635.

Dinner-Chinese Meal 04:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. (956) 581-6718.

Soup Supper 04:30 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $4.00 pp. BYOTS. (603) 396-2786.

Acoustic Jam 06:00 PM Palm Gardens RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. Fiesta Hall. (308) 367-7900.

Dream Valley Jam 06:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. Free admission. (814) 792-0204.

Big Band Jam 06:30 PM La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Dr, Alamo. (612) 644-1753.

Prayer & Praise 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

7 Bridges: The Ultimate EAGLES

Experience 07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $25.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

Blue Wolf 07:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo.

$7.00 pp. (918) 527-2655.

Dance w/J. Michael Laferty 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E. Sioux Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

Dance w/Pelican West 07:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S. International Blvd. Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 968-5760.

Dance w/The Bottom Line 07:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 464-3324.

Goldwing Express 07:00 PM Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 5804545.

Kai Kamaka 07:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $8A/$10D. (956) 4235484.

Naomi Bristow 07:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

The Baker Family 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2023

McAllen’s Golden Age Olympics Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N 25th St, McAllen. Play, compete &

have fun! Register at mcallenparks. net.

Singles VIP Tour @Gladys Porter Zoo Gladys Porter Zoo, Ticket includes trolley ride around the zoo, light breakfast & lunch, animal encounters and private presentation. Space is limited to 25 people.

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

Garage Sale 08:00 AM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (319) 350-0356.

SPI Market Days 09:00 AM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, SPI. $1.00 pp. (956) 345-5022.

Ron Hoover 16th Annual Open House 10:00 AM Ron Hoover RV & Marine Centers, 655 Ron Hoover Dr, Donna. Free admission. (956) 464-4403.

Square Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum,

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2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Rock & Roll Jam & Lunch 11:00 AM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr. Palmview. Free admission. (956) 540-8463.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Jam Luncheon 12:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Price varies. (956) 464-9024.

Beginners Clogging Dance 12:30 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E US Hwy 83, San Juan. $3.00 pp. (586) 822-3283.

Country Jam 12:30 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5458.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Clog Dancing 01:00 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E US Hwy 83, San Juan. $3.00 pp. (586) 822-3283.

Country/Variety Jam 01:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. Free admission. (612) 644-6925.

Friday Jam Session 01:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde

Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 464-9024.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. (956) 585-8135.

Variety Jam 01:00 PM Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-5807.

Shuffleboard-Turkey Shoot 01:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (956) 787-7571.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Happy Hour w/Bruce Boudreau 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Rick McEwen 03:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

Friday Fish Fry 04:30 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.

Happy Hour w/Cassandra 05:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 565-2638.

Music Jam 05:30 PM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. (956) 580-4477.

Fish Fry 05:30 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $13.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Tradewinds Country Jam 06:00 PM Trade Winds RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Dance w/South Texas Ramblers 06:00 PM Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-9264. Winnie Brave 06:30 PM Winter Green Estates, 500 N Bryan Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 322-7434.

Country & Big Band Jam 07:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Invite only. (507) 273-3895.

Dance w/The Howlers 07:00 PM Heritage Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (815) 222-7464.

Marco Schirripa, percussion 7:00 PM UTRGV BMSLC 1.217, One W University Blvd, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 802-7025.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $8.00 pp. (956) 399-5125. 60’s-70’s Dance w/Curt James 07:00

PM Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-2600.

CANAM 07:00 PM Weslaco Elks Lodge, 201 S Border Ave, Weslaco. (956) 968-7115.

Dance w/Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $10.00 pp. (956) 7823263.

Dance w/Pelican West 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

Dance w/The Bottom Line 07:00 PM Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 782-7886.

Dance w/Ron Moshier 07:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 638-3158.

Dance w/Route 66 07:00 PM Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 5855807.

Dance w/Star Fire 07:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (603) 396-2786.

Dance w/The Agency 07:00 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83

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Harlingen. $10.00 pp. (956) 4120375.

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers 07:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $12.00 pp. (956) 787-5773.

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 5329665.

Naomi Bristow 07:00 PM Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 Harrison Ave, Harlingen. $8.00 pp. (956) 423-3137.

Roaring 20’ w/Southern Vibes 07:00 PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 9686223.

Rusty Rierson 07:00 PM 1015 RV Park, 1402 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 9687516.

The Baker Family 07:00 PM Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 W, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 3763798.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 21, 2023

McAllen’s Golden Age Olympics Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N 25th St, McAllen. Play, compete & have fun! Register at mcallenparks.net. McAllen Marathon-Scott Crane Memorial

7:00 AM McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen. (956) 681-3333.

Morning Breakfast 07:00 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Chimney Park Craft Show 07:00 AM Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-5061.

Flea Market 07:00 AM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. (319) 210-2021.

Saturday Morning Pancakes 07:00 AM

Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $6.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Saturday Breakfast 07:30 AM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081.

Saturday Morning Breakfast 07:30 AM

El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

Saturday Breakfast 08:00 AM Alamo

Paradise Acres, 1513 W Crockett, Alamo. $3.00 pp. (712) 579-4247.

Countryside Garage Sale 08:00 AM

CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. (918) 916-0541.

Craft and Patio Sale 08:00 AM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. Free admission. (918) 942-0177.

Craft Fair 08:00 AM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. (956) 425-7448.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E. Sioux Rd, Pharr. Public welcome. (956) 787-6461.

Park Wide Yard Sale 08:00 AM Port Isabel Park Center, 702 Champion Ave, Port Isabel. (956) 943-7340.

Park Wide Yard Sale 08:00 AM 1015 RV Park, 1402 S International Blvd, Weslaco. (956) 968-7516.

Patio Sale 08:00 AM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 782-3263.

Yard Sale 08:00 AM Roadrunner RV Park, 1222 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. Free admission. (712) 259-2222.

Brownsville Farmers’ Market 09:00 AM Linear Park, 1534 E 6th St, Brownsville.

Cowboy Church w/Goldwing Express 09:00 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. Pass the hat. (507) 530-4521.

Growing Growers Farmers Market 09:00 AM Fireman’s Park, 201 1st St, McAllen. (956) 330-6410.

SPI Market Days 09:00 AM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, SPI. $1.00 pp. (956) 345-5022.

Park Yard Sale 09:00 AM Patriot Pointe, 1740 E Bus 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-6861.

Yard Sale 09:00 AM Val’s Kountry Corral, 307 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. Food served. (815) 544-0284.

San Benito: Resaca City Market Days 09:00 AM, Batts & Sam Houston, San Benito.

McAllen Farmers Market 10:00 AM McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St, McAllen. (956) 255-0190

McAllen Public Library Job Fair 10:00 AM McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 302-0800

PH 2-3 RD Dance Workshop 10:00 AM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Country Jam & Lunch 11:00 AM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 540-8463.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

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Jam Session 12:30 PM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Donations. (319) 330-7724.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Country Music Jam 01:00 PM Heritage Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, Mission. Free admission. (815) 2227464.

Big Band Jam 02:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl McAllen. (956) 682-3304.

Concert: Promisedland Quartet 02:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

Harlingen Farmers Market 03:00 PM Harlingen CVB, 2nd & Tyler by City Hall, Harlingen. (956) 622-5053.

Karaoke 06:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. (319) 210-2021.

Worship Night Out 06:00 PM Greater Pharr Chamber of Commerce, 200 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Free admission. (956) 402-4240.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. Brett Marshall’s 11 pc. Band 07:00 PM

Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $14.00 adv/$15.00 door. (956) 399-5800.

Concert: Promisedland Quartet 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024

Dance w/Gatos Locos 07:00 PM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 540-8463.

Dance w/Pelican West 07:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Bus 83, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (956) 787-7571.

Dance w/Regan James 07:00 PM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 580-4477.

Dance w/Ron Moshier, Steven May & Curt James 07:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 9680322.

Dance w/Southern Vibes 07:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Dance w/Sweetwater 07:00 PM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

Dance w/Texas Country Revival 07:00 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E Bus 83, San Juan. $7.00 pp. (402) 290-9160.

Dance w/Texas Storm Band 07:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $8A/$10D. (956) 423-5484.

Dance w/The Bottom Line 07:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 787-7717.

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Dance w/The Lockhart’s 07:00 PM Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $10.00 pp. (660) 924-1470.

Helen Russell & Company 07:00 PM Wagon City North, 2905 N Conway Ave, Mission. $9.00 pp. (641) 420-7915.

Jason Whorlow 07:00 PM Orange Grove RV Park, 5005 E State Hwy 107, Edinburg. $8.00 pp. (956) 383-7931.

Johnathan Len 07:00 PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 969-3740.

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $8.00$10.00 pp. (956) 585-9264.

Naomi Bristow 07:00 PM Seven Oaks Resort, 801 S Inspiration Rd, Mission. (802) 373-8866.

Navarro County 07:00 PM Weslaco Elks Lodge, 201 S Border Ave, Weslaco. (956) 968-7115.

Rusty Rierson 07:00 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $9.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.

The Baker Family 07:00 PM Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 585-8135.

Winnie Brave 07:00 PM Lemon Tree Estates, 1510 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $7.00 pp. (419) 733-6384.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22, 2023

McAllen’s Golden Age Olympics Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N 25th St, McAllen. Play, compete & have fun! Register at mcallenparks.net.

Weslaco Elks Fried Chicken 10:00 AM Weslaco Elks Lodge, 201 S Border Ave, Weslaco. $13.00 pp. (956) 968-7115.

SPI Market Days 10:00 AM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, SPI. $1.00 pp. (956) 345-5022.

Conference Speaker: Dr. Richard Schmidt 10:30 AM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

South Padre Island Farmers Market 11:00 AM The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd, SPI.

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Dance Jam Session 01:00 PM Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-9264.

Shakespeare in the RGV 01:00 PM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Line Dancers Bash “Workshop” 01:15 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $5.00 pp. (913) 488-3650.

Live Music w/Renaissance Rockers 01:30 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. (956) 581-1033.

Gospel Jam 02:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. Free admission. (956) 580-0428.

Naomi Bristow 02:00 PM Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 782-7886.

Dance w/Tiny Hill & His Orchestra 03:00 PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 968-6223.

RGV Concert Band 03:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E. Sioux Rd, Pharr. $5.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

Senior Ambassadors 03:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Beef Stroganoff 04:00 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240

S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Karaoke 05:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Gospel Jam 05:30 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Helen Russell & Company 06:00 PM

Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. $9.00 pp. (956) 423-1170.

The Baker Family 06:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus Hwy 83, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (618) 973-3595.

PH II, III, IV RD Dance Party 06:30 PM

Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612.

Sunday Movie Night 06:30 PM

Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. Free admission. (956) 223-9359.

Deer Camp Play 06:30 PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (660) 723-1536.

Conference Speaker: Dr. Richard Schmidt 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

Gid-R-Done 07:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

Jason Whorlow Piano Man 07:00 PM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. $7.00 pp. (956) 797-1851.

Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 685-5300.

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. $12.00 pp. (319) 210-2021.

The Chamberlain’s 07:00 PM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W. Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $8.00 pp (319) 330-7724

MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2023

McAllen’s Golden Age Olympics Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N 25th St, McAllen. Play, compete & have fun! Register at mcallenparks.net.

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Wood Carvers Rally on the Rio 08:00 AM Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W Nolana Loop, Pharr. Free admission. (320) 252-7205.

Craft Show 09:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Beginner Line Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Conference Speaker: Dr. Richard

Schmidt 10:30 AM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Rock & Roll Jam Lunch 11:30 AM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Beginner Squares 12:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Country Jam 01:00 PM Winter Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Houston Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7881.

Countryside Jam 01:00 PM CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. (918) 916-0541.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (956) 787-7571.

Karaoke 01:00 PM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 585-5704.

Line Dancing 01:00 PM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. (956) 797-1851.

Rock & Roll Jam w/The Esquires 01:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Stuffed Pork Chops 04:00 PM

Monroe St, Mission. Free admission. (956) 519-8597.

Beginner Line Dance 01:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7839.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill

02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

PH II-III RD Dance Workshop 02:00

PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612.

High Beginner Line Dance 02:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $2.00 donation. (956) 787-7839.

Aim High Karaoke 03:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 7823263.

Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00

PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Banjo Concert 03:00 PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 968-6223.

Happy Hour w/Curt James 04:00 PM Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W Exp 83, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 580-2940.

Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Monday Dinner 04:30 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Monday Night Hamburgers 04:30 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.

Dinner w/Fresh Breath 04:30 PM Bentsen Palm RV Park, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Country Jam 05:30 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Monday Jam Session 06:00 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

Conference Speaker: Dr. Richard Schmidt 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

Dance w/Regan James 07:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (918) 527-2655.

Dance w/Ron Moshier 07:00 PM Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (319) 4317632.

Dave Perryman & Country Review 07:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

Goldwing Express 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008.

Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. (956) 580-4477.

Naomi Bristow 07:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $9.00 pp. (956) 464-3324.

Rick McEwen 07:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. $8.00 adv/$9.00 door. (956) 638-3158.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2023

McAllen’s Golden Age Olympics Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N 25th St, McAllen. Play, compete & have fun! Register at mcallenparks.net.

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Men’s Prayer & Bible Study 08:00 AM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

Women’s Bible Study & Prayer 09:30 AM Bibleville Conference Grounds,

1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

Round Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

2 Hour River Tour 10:30 AM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. (956) 581-4477. $22.00 pp, CASH ONLY.

Conference Speaker: Dr. Richard Schmidt 10:30 AM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 7872024.

Tuesday Hamburgers 11:00 AM Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway, Mission. (956) 585-9093.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Tuesday Burgers 11:30 AM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081.

Beginner Squares 12:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Social Jam 12:00 PM Leisure World,

400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 968-8412.

Country Jam 01:00 PM The Grove, 605 7th St, San Juan.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. Lunch at 11:30 am. (956) 682-8081.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway, Mission. Jammers welcome. (956) 585-9093.

Music Jam 01:00 PM Roadrunner RV Park, 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd, Free admission. (712) 259-5209.

Old Time Variety Dance w/Kenny & Friends 01:00 PM Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-9264.

Bluegrass Jam 01:30 PM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. Free admission. (956) 797-1851.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

PH III-IV RD Dance Workshop 02:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612.

Happy Hour w/Steven May 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Rick McEwen 03:00 PM Mustang Lounge, 3610 E Exp 83, Weslaco. (956) 405-3312.

Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Pass the Hat. (956) 638-3158.

Happy Hour w/Lynn Dvorak 03:00 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83 Harlingen. Pass the hat. (956) 4120375.

Happy Hour w/The Hitman/Tim Dirth 03:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (603) 3962786.

Dinner-Hamburger, Chicken, Hot Dog Platter 04:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. (956) 581-6718.

Karaoke w/Blanca 05:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 5652638.

Country Jam 06:00 PM Country Palms RV Park, 600 E FM 495, San Juan. (956) 787-0680.

Country Jam 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle,

1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. Invitation Only Jammers (956) 583-5008. Conference Speaker: Dr. Richard Schmidt 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 7872024.

Dance w/Regan James 07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (956) 7823263.

Dance w/Star Fire 07:00 PM Paradise Park RV Resort, Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. $10.00 pp. (956) 4256881.

Dance w/The Howlers 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $8.00 pp. (956) 3995800.

Goldwing Express 07:00 PM Seven Oaks Resort, 801 S Inspiration Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. (802) 3738866.

Helen Russell & Company 07:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (956) 7875773.

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

Naomi Bristow 07:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587

Pat Davison Comedy Magic Show 07:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N. FM 492 Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Roger Wayne Illusionist 07:00 PM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 540-8463.

Rusty Rierson 07:00 PM Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S Texas Blvd, Weslaco. (956) 968-5051.

Jason Whorlow Piano Man 07:00 PM Heritage Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (815) 222-7464.

The Baker Family 07:00 PM Winter Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Houston, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (308) 289-2201.

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FIFTH WHEELS

5th Wheel For Sale 2014 37’ Ultimate Heartland 5th Wheel Travel Trailer- CleanNo Smoking, No Pets, Never Travel Long Distance, Located in Harlingen; $24,900 Call or text Marilou 956-990-5078; see ad on Facebook

FOR RENT

Motorhome for Rent Motorhome for rent in 55+ community at Chimney RV Park in Mission, TX. For more info please call (956) 5663232

MANUFACTURED HOMES

Casa Del Valle RV Resort, Alamo 1/1 mobile home features open floorplan and is fully furnished and move-in ready. Washer & dryer included, an additional 8 x 10 shed for storage, covered carport, big backyard. Motivated Seller Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

RV LOTS FOR SALE

Retama Village, Mission This deeded RV lot backing to greenspace in the luxury resort of Retama Village. Community amenities include pools, clubhouse, fitness center, bocce ball and pickleball courts, and dog park. FHU and a cozy coach house with a bath with shower and a wet bar. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Carol Kerr Welch, 540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 9008487

Retama Village, Mission You’ll love spending the winters in the Texas Tropics on your very own deeded RV lot in this resort community. The coach house has a murphy bed and a bathroom with shower making it perfect for guests. When you don’t have company you can enjoy the extra space with a fireplace for entertaining or just relaxing. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Carol Kerr Welch, 540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 9008487

Retama Village, Mission Recently updated, the RV lot with coach house is located just around the corner from the clubhouse and pool, you are close to all the fun. There is a large enclosed storage, a large pergola FHU. Inside there is an efficient wet bar and a bathroom with a corner shower. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Carol Kerr Welch, 540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

River Bend Resort & Golf Club, Brownsville Design and build your custom RV Porthome on this lot in River Bend Resort. Beautiful, active, golf course community. Open space behind the lot. Active 55+ community with

golf course access, clubhouse, pool and tennis courts. Schedule your tour today. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Carol Kerr Welch, 540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

HOMES FOR SALE

Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission Interested in owning your lot? Come check out this 2 bed 1.5 bath home with spacious kitchen and living spaces and ample sized bedrooms. Furnished with a new roof and HVAC plus lots of other upgrades. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Heather Escobedo, 686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Retama Village, Mission This 720 sq ft house lives larger than you would think. The open living/dining/kitchen design is just right for quiet days at home. You’ll love the screened porch, backyard and pergola covered outdoor space backing to greenspace. RV parking with FHU. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Carol Kerr Welch, 540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Wagon City South, Mission Spacious 2-bedroom, 2 baths located in a great 55+ community in the heart of Mission. Complete kitchen remodel, custom hardwood cabinetry, quartz countertop and mosaic backsplash, updated stainless steel appliance ties this kitchen together. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Heather Escobedo, 686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Retama Village, Mission You’ll love the spacious eat in kitchen and large utility room in this 1 bed, 1 bath RV Porthome. The covered port w/ FHU will accommodate a 45 ft RV with 4 slides. Enjoy the outdoors w/ the pergola covered courtyard. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Carol Kerr Welch, 540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission This property won’t last! This well-maintained fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, mobile home has so much to offer, including a Texas room, a bonus room in the master bedroom for crafts/reading room, and the french doors open to a spacious deck for entertaining. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Heather Escobedo, 686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Wintergreen Estates, Mission Looking for a cozy home to make your own? Look no further than this cute updated one-bedroom mobile that provides all you need for your home away from home—located in Wintergreen estates, an active 55+ community. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Heather Escobedo, 686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Golf View Estates, Mission This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom is being sold fully furnished. With two exterior patios, an enclosed patio with stunning views of the course, a chef’s dream

kitchen, open-concept living area with 15 ft ceilings and an oversized garage, this home is perfect for you! Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Heather Escobedo, 686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Retama Village, Mission Don’t miss this spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath fully furnished home.. Split bedrooms, a cook’s kitchen and open floorplan make this home feel huge. Enjoy your view of the greenspace from your large covered back patio. Landscape maintenance is provided by HOA. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Carol Kerr Welch, 540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Restful Valley Ranch, Mission This spacious 1 bed, 1 bath fully furnished park model was renovated to add a comfortable living room. It sits on TWO LOTS and has large covered patio/carport areas on both sides plus two large storage sheds. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Curt Riester, 771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195

Alamo Country Club Come see this spacious, fully furnished 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom home located on the beautiful 9th hole of ACCs private golf course. The garage has a built-in workbench with lots of room to store all of your woodworking, crafting or extra stuff. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Curt Riester, 771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 4554195

MISCELLANEOUS/OTHER

Golf Carts For Sale Call: 956-580-3370

Mobility Scooter for Sale $500.00 Three wheel GOGO scooter. very good shape with charger. Good batteries, ready to go. (605) 365-6789.

Craft Vendors Wanted Contact Bluebonnet RV Resort in Mission to reserve your booth space at our Craft Show Thurs 1/26 8-1, $8/Table 956-598-6004

Premium RV Travel Membership Park your RV in some of the best Public and Private RV Resorts for $0 per night. Discounted getaways on condos, cruises and more. Asking $4,000 Call (956) 593-0033.

MOBILE HOMES

Mobile home for sale Well maintained mobile home for sale in Rolling Homes Park, Mission. 55+ community. Car port, washer and dryer, HVAC, 14X60, bath and 1/2, 2 bedrooms. Call Dave for showing 319-283-8074

MOTOR HOMES

2021 Thor Daybreak Class C 29’ 6-year 60,000 mile warranty.5,500 miles, Gas E450 Chassis V10, Onan generator, full wall slide King bed sleeps 8, power awning, back-

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2011 Tiffin Allegro 34TGA Ford V10 gas, 3 slides, 2 AC’s, split bath, Queen bed, convection microwave, hydraulic leveling jacks, New leather upholstery, very good condition, well maintained $68,500 Contact Ernie 763242-9303

06 Tiffin Allegro Bus 42QDP Selling due to death. 92,000 miles on well taken care of coach. Receipts for all work done and maintenance records. Newer updates inside. $85,000 OBO. 641-485-3147 for more details.

PARK MODELS FOR SALE

Lovely! Furnished 1Bed/1Bath Park Model Magic Valley Resort, Weslaco 55+community. Gas Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Furnishings included, Metal Roof 2020, Shed, Large/Deck, Corner Lot. HOA/Lawn maintenance, trash pick up, Many convenient amenities! Offer $7K.. 308-217-2190

PATIO/CRAFT SALES

Moving sale garage sale, houses wares, bike, tools including router w/ bits, gas power washer, lawn mower, craft supplies, clothing, all we cheap Jan 21st at Valley View Estates 2022 Amy St, Mission.

SERVICES

Golf Cart Repair Call: 956-580-3370

Deja’s Ladies Exclusive Mobile Massage Mobile Massage for ladies by Deja, Multi-Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist $75 or 2 x $100. $55 VIPs frequent clients For Appointments TEXT (956) 354-4074

WANTED

Want To Buy Piano Accordion Wanted: 120 Bass piano accordion. Must be 100% working in good condition. All keys and buttons must work in both in and out motions. (920) 213-3060.

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