Volume 8: Issue 17: February 8, 2023

VOLUME 8 • ISSUE 17 • February 8, 2023

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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!

alentine’s Day is right around the corner, and I’m reminded of the days in elementary school when I’d come home with a box full of cards, notes, and, of course, CANDY! I’d spend hours looking at the cards and figuring out who my admirers were--through the handmade cards.

Fast forward 40-plus years, and I admit I’m not much of a romantic. I’m pretty practical when it comes to gifts, both giving and receiving. It’s not so much that I don’t enjoy gift-giving. It’s just that I’d much rather spend money on experiences. My family is finally on board, and we have all decided to spend our money on travel this year instead of gifts for every holiday.

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!

And we chose a romantic destination…Italy!

Valentine’s Day is a special day, and whether you are spending it with your sweetheart or you’re flying solo, know that you are loved!

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.

Answered Prayers: A Love Story

We’re connecting the dots…•

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 just connecting the dots, Kristi

W hen they take to the dance floor, they’re oblivious to the crowd. Dancing to almost every song, smiling, they only have eyes for one another.

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Larrie and Karla Wiggand are practically newlyweds. In June they’ll celebrate six years of marriage. Both widowed, they met via Match.com and felt an instant connection during their first phone conversation.

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

Karla lost her husband of nearly 41 years in 2015. He was her best friend, a Godly man. Moving

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Story by Eryn Reddell Wingert

Photo Credit: Eryn Reddell Wingert

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forward from the loss, Karla trusted God. “I really had a lot of faith. I thought, if I’m going to be a widow, then I’ll honor God by being the best one I can be.”

She planted flowers, took up horseback riding--a lifelong dream--and provided care for seniors in their homes. After two years, she began thinking it would be nice to have someone to talk to.

Karla turned to God and prayed for two things: someone who loved Him with all his heart and who was really hurting. “I had been through it and wanted to help,” she says.

Meanwhile, Larrie was in pain. Suffering from the loss of his wife of 20 years, he was immersed in grief and loneliness. “I couldn’t deal with the pain of losing my wife and being on my own.”

Larrie began saying his own prayers. “I don’t know where she is or who she is; you’re going to have to bring her to me.” Then, he says, someone popped up.

He received notification that his dating profile had been favorited and received a “wink.”

“And that was me,” says Karla.

Initially, they spoke for hours on the phone. It was an instant connection. Their first in-person

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Photo Credit: Larrie and Karla Wiggand

Photo Credit: Larrie and Karla Wiggand

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meeting began the morning of February 15, 2017, and lasted eleven hours. Karla knew that night Larrie was the one she had prayed

for, and the feeling was mutual, Larrie was smitten.

Their first official date was a 200-mile motorcycle ride on Larrie’s Goldwing trike. By June, they were married.

The first two years they traveled, visiting the Bahamas and Puerto

Rico and cruising the country by motorcycle.

Then the couple set their sights on the Rio Grande Valley. After a quick Google search on “snowbirds” (they weren’t familiar with the term “Winter Texan”), they found Bit-OHeaven RV Resort in Donna.

They initially visited for six weeks. “It was a blur--loved every minute of it,” says Karla. The next year they came for six months; they had a ball. When it came time to go back to Illinois, they didn’t want to leave because, Karla says, “This is a perpetual vacation!”

Now they’re proud “Converted Texans.” They attend dances six days a week, Karla sporting her signature cowgirl hat, Larrie in a Western shirt. Sundays are for church, lunch with friends, and naps.

It was really a God factor,” Karla says. She felt directed right to Larrie. While they both reflect fondly on the time spent with their previous spouses, the Wiggands express the importance of letting go and embracing the new.

Karla has discovered cooking, while Larrie enjoys socializing with the neighbors. She loves his joyful spirit, and he appreciates how she puts him first and how equally important they are to each other.

And, of course, they love to dance. When the Wiggands take to the dance floor, entertainers who know them will make a point to play Tracy Byrd’s “Keeper of the Stars.” It’s their song and speaks to their story: It was no accident, me finding you. Someone had a hand in it. Long before we ever knew. •

Photo Credit: Larrie and Karla Wiggand

Photo Credit: Larrie and Karla Wiggand

Llano Grande First Responders Honored for 15 Years of Service

Submitted by Rich Shamory, Llano Grande First Responders team leader, and Vickie Shamory, Llano Grande First Responder

J anuary 17, Oscar Montoya Dr., Mercedes mayor, and the Mercedes city commissioners, the Mercedes Emergency Medical Service, and the Mercedes Police Department recognized the Llano Grande First Responders for 15 years of service to Llano Grande Resort residents and guests and the Mercedes community.

This is the first time in our 15 years of service--on our 15-year anniversary—we have received such awards, and it was truly an honor.

Mayor Montoya and the commissioners issued a proclamation, and the Mercedes Emergency Medical Service awarded us a plaque.

(NOTE: Not all of our First Responders team could be present for this ceremony. Those in blue shirts in our photo are retired Llano Grande First Responders.) •

Alamo Fire and Police Personnel Race at Winter Ranch

It wasn't a fire, accident, or crime that brought the Alamo Fire and Police departments to Winter Ranch RV Resort Saturday, January 28. But once there, they set the remotecontrol racetrack on fire with their fast racing, causing more than one accident.

At the invitation of Winter Gardens Raceway R/C Car Group, the Alamo Fire and Police personnel came to Winter Gardens Raceway for a challenge between the two departments, using remote-control cars provided by Winter Ranch residents and New Sun Racing.

Prior to the start of the race, drivers and spectators enjoyed delicious hamburgers and hot dogs with all the fixings, chips, drinks, and a cookie. After preliminary instructions and practice, the singing of the National Anthem, and a prayer by Chaplain Dennis Key, police and fire personnel raced remotecontrol cars against each other, much to the delight of the capacity crowd gathered in the stands and on the golfcart terrace to enjoy the race.

With Mike Mulbrook as track announcer, there were races between the police chief and police officers, the fire chief and firefighters, and firefighters and police officers. Some of the audience even tried racing for the first time.

Alamo Police Chief Rick Ozuna commented the day was “awesome” and the track was like a “mini race track with guardrails and spectator seating.” All agreed the event was a huge success.

Winter Gardens remote-control race track, built by residents of Winter Ranch and Trophy Gardens, is a 1/10-scale model of NASCAR’s Kansas Speedway, with 11-degree

banking on the three corners. The track is 15 feet wide and a total of 135 feet in length, with guardrails and a 70-foot straightaway. The race cars are 1/10-scale electric cars with transponders that tie into the track’s computer lapcounter system. The track complex includes a race car pit area, driver and spectator stands, a golf cart spectator area, and a concession stand.

The Alamo Police and Fire departments originally expressed interest in racing last summer when they came to Winter Ranch to present a Hurricane and Severe Weather Survival session. The chiefs mentioned they routinely hold challenge events between the two departments in other sports and asked if they could hold an RC-car challenge.

Alamo Police Department personnel competing included Chief Richard Ozuna, Adrian Rodriquez, Brandon Tovar, and Jesse Maldonado. Alamo Fire Department drivers included Chief Roy Contreras, Luis Alonzo, Damian Vasquez, Isaac Rendon, Michael Valdez, Gabriel Leal, and Lee Valdez.

Many thanks go to the Winter Ranch residents who provided race cars, helped with race setup, taught police and fire personnel how to operate the race cars, provided food, and operated the concession stand. •

Submitted by Linda Sauer, Winter Ranch

Photos by Dale West, Winter Ranch

Driver introductions included police and fire personnel, along with Winter Ranch activity director Bob Coakley and infield track supervisor Larry Chapin.

Larry Chapin, track supervisor, with 1st Place winner of the Grudge Match, Alamo Police Chief Rick Ozuna, and 2nd Place winner, Alamo Fire Chief Roy Contreras. Larry and his wife, Cathy, are longtime Winter Ranch residents and former park managers.

Larry Chapin, infield track supervisor, races Alamo Police Chief Rick Ozuna and Alamo Fire Chief Roy Contreras.

Alamo Police and Fire Department drivers get ready to race.

Spectator stands were filled to capacity.

Tasty Victorian Tea at Alamo Rose

T he ladies of Alamo Rose had a grand time at their Victorian Tea Tuesday, January 24. Eight tables, each decorated by the group seated there, filled the room. The ladies dressed in Victorian-style fashion. Many even decorated their own domed hat to complete the look.

Oh, what a glorious time they had as they shared their Victorian tea. •

Heritage and History Day Returns to MOSTHistory

The Museum of South Texas History presents Heritage and History Day, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, February 11.

This community event highlights the culture of South Texas peoples through regional folkway demonstrations, ranging from hands-on activities to live performances.

Museum staff will host several hands-on activities, such as embroidery, using yarn and plastic needlepoints. Another activity includes a role-playing voting booth that assigns participants with a character card, determining whether they can or cannot vote. Attendees are welcome to watch or participate in butter churning, an essential chore practiced when modern equipment was not available. Other living history demonstrations include knitting, leather crafts, rope making, and roping.

Regional organizations and museums will provide fun historical facts about Rio Grande Valley cities, such as Weslaco, Alamo, and Brownsville. The Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park, The Weslaco Museum, the Brownsville Historical Association, Alamo Museum, the South Texas Historical Association,

and Bentsen State Park will provide opportunities to learn more about their organizations and respective cities.

Music and dance are important to the foundation of cultures, so grab a seat and enjoy live performances by Las Palmas Folklórico and Edinburg North High School Mariachi Oro. The Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas will share the history of its people through song and dance on the performing stage, as well.

Attendees can purchase a memento at the Museum Store, where a variety of items, such as heritage cookbooks, handmade silver jewelry, and Cappadona Ranch mesquite products, are available for purchase. On site at the museum, the Iba Sisters Handmade will set up shop and sell South-Texas-inspired jewelry and trinkets.

Take a break from the fun activities and performances with a handcrafted

beverage from Grind Coffee and pair it with cookies sold by a Girl Scouts troop. Holy Snow Food Truck and E&B Elotes may be the choices for your rumbling tummy. An ATM will be available on site.

Bring the whole family to enjoy a day at the Museum of South Texas History Saturday, February 11. Visit mosthistory.org/events for the latest updates on Heritage and History Day.

The museum’s signature Rio Grande Legacy Exhibition and spotlight exhibits, Furniture that Built the Valley and Al Ramirez’s 100th Birthday, are included in the regular special event fees. FRIENDs of MOSTHistory enjoy free admission to Heritage and History Day and exhibits.

The Museum of South Texas History is located in downtown Edinburg at 200 North Closner Boulevard on the Hidalgo County Courthouse square. Call 956-383-6911 to learn more about FRIENDship benefits, such as discounts at the Museum Store and invitations to exclusive museum programs. •

Kansas Day Celebration 2023 – Another Great Success

Submitted by Larry Schmitt

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anuary 25, 184 Kansans from all over the Rio Grande Valley met to commemorate the anniversary of the state’s January 29, 1861, admission to the Union. Considering we met at a new venue and the road construction in the Pharr and Mission areas is extensive, the organizers were very happy with this total attendance. What was super special is that 38 Kansans joined us for their first time. Yea!

This year’s event took place at Balli’s Social Event Center - Krysta’s Room in Mission. The organizers much appreciated that all tables and chairs were set up by the hosts. The tables were decorated according to the organizers’ preference.

A great lunch was prepared and served by Balli’s Catering of Mission. Entertainment was provided by Rusty Rierson, homegrown entertainer from Augusta, Kansas. We heard many positive comments about the speed

of delivery, the taste of the food, and the entertainer!

Jan Bergman, chair of the event, and Larry Schmitt, communications and reservations, facilitated the day’s events. The organizers also thank all of the volunteers who facilitated registration, collected monies, and distributed the prizes. Jan works hard throughout the year to accumulate door and raffle prizes. We are also thankful to some of the attendees for bringing items for the raffle. Many took great prizes home, including the writer of this message.

Plans for the 2024 celebration are in progress. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, January 24, 2024. The venue has not yet been determined. Our current plans include the delicious food from Balli’s Catering and entertainment by Rusty. RSVP will be required. If Larry has your contact information, great. If not, please email your information to him at Larrys13@icloud.com. •

There’s Nothing Quite Like Affair of the Heart

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oin us for a day of shopping and visiting at St. Mark’s 31st Annual Affair of the Heart Gift Fair Saturday, February 11, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. This McAllen, daylong favorite features vendors selling a variety of items, including jewelry, home décor, clothing, crosses, accessories, gift items, pick a pearl, skincare items, and unique finds.

Another highlight of the day is a silent auction, where you can bid on over 100 items, including something from each of our vendors, a vacation opportunity in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, a Mother’s Day serenade by McHi Mariachi Oro (six-time state champions), a DQ cake a month, James Avery jewelry, a pie a month, parties, pet gifts, small kitchen

appliances, artwork, gift certificates, and more for your entire family. The men and women of AChord will serenade us midday.

Admission is $2 and can be purchased in advance or at the door. Your ticket includes a chance to win hourly door prizes. Lunch will also be served in our Tea Room for $8. For more information, please call the church office at 956682-1481 or visit us at Facebook.com/ affairoftheheart.stmarkumc.

Sponsors of the event are Dale & Klein, LLP, Triple B Mobile (Carolyn and Dr. William Bieker and Wayne and Nancy Gapsiewicz), RGV Appraisal Service, LLC, Frost, Star Properties, and Wayne and Nancy Gapsiewicz. •

The Ocelot Is Back: 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Run March 5 in Brownsville

T he Gladys Porter Zoo is back with its annual 5K and 1-mile fun run to support ocelot conservation. The Ocelot 5K Run will take place March 5 starting at 7:30 a.m., and the 1-mile fun run will start at 8:30 a.m. at the Gladys Porter Zoo. The run will begin in the Zoo’s parking lot.

The 5K route will take guests through some of the most popular areas around the Mitte Cultural District before leading you into the scenic Gladys Porter Zoo for the final stretch. The 1-mile route will take guests for a fun and colorful run around the Zoo.

The 5K run will be timed. Although all participants will receive a medal at the finish line, additional distinctive medals will be awarded to the top three runners in each age group and to the top three overall males and females. Runners will receive a timing

chip, which will accurately record each runner’s time. A link will be provided on the Zoo’s website to access the results, certificate, and digital photo finish.

Not only can participants enjoy the run, but they can also have fun at the annual Ocelot Conservation Day hosted by the Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge and Friends of Laguna

Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge. Ocelot Conservation Day teaches about ocelots and the threats they face. There will be fun activities for kids, including a scavenger hunt, games, an ocelot dress-up station, ocelot crafts, and raffles. Additionally, there will be a variety of informational tables, exhibits, and presentations featuring ocelot conservation. The event will be from

9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will be held throughout the Zoo grounds. The cost is only $35.00 per runner to participate in the 5K run and $30.00 per runner for the 1-mile run. This cost covers entrance to the Zoo, a limited edition Dri-FIT ocelot shirt, and race bib and medal. Runners of all ages are encouraged to participate in ocelot attire or costumes.

Registration for the Ocelot Run opened January 16. Visit gpz. org to register. Proceeds from this event directly benefit the Friends of Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge and their efforts toward ocelot conservation. Packet pick-up will take place March 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Meadows Room at the Gladys Porter Zoo.

Hope to see you there in your best ocelot attire! For more information about the Ocelot Run and ocelot conservation, please visit gpz.org. •

Attend the RGV Grape and Wine Educational Series

Don’t Hear it Through the Grapevine: Learn it Here

The Rio Grande Valley Small Acreage Committee invites you to its free RGV Grape & Wine Educational Series, Session 1: Starting A Vineyard, being held February 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Rio Farms, Inc., 25601 FM 88 in Monte Alto, Texas.

For more information, contact the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office at 956-3831026.

Travel to Paradise

Traveling has never been easier if you’re looking to plan a vacation to South Padre Island. With three major airports in our region, you have a plethora of options for flights. The newest addition at The Valley International Airport, located in Harlingen, offers daily Delta non-stop flights to and from Minneapolis. This allows easier access for our northern state visitors and their families looking for a tropical getaway. The daily flights give visitors more flexibility in planning their trip and making the most of their day without worrying about layovers. The other regional airports are the Brownsville SPI International Airport and the McAllen International Airport, which offer several flights from different airlines for national and international travel.

Visitors can schedule a pick-up from various transportation companies that operate to and from South Padre Island. We have shuttles, taxis, and private drivers tourists can call for an easy and quick ride. Each of these companies are knowledgeable and can answer any questions you may have about the area. Once on South Padre Island, getting around is a breeze with our Island Metro and golf carts. Hop on to get to the places you want to go. It makes stops at all the hotels, restaurants, and attractions. The metro is free to the public, offers bike racks for our cycling enthusiasts, and is ADAfriendly. Tourists can rent a golf cart to feel the fresh breeze as you explore everything our island has to offer. For more information on traveling to South Padre Island, visit sopadre.com.

Boleros and Romantic Latin Concert in the Park

Quinta Mazatlán is proud to present an early Valentines Concert in the Park Thursday, February 9, at 6 p.m. The concert features Cecy and Bri, a contemporary classical duo. Throughout the years, they have collaborated as performers, music educators, and now as Dos Voces, which integrates their disciplines of voice, piano, and guitar. Open to innovation and fun, these two explore the bolero as well as jazz, soul, and other contemporary genres.

Come to Quinta Mazatlán early and enjoy the nature and birding trails through the woods. Music is all around us, especially in nature. From babbling brooks to chirping birds, there is a symphony of sounds. Through music, we can create deep connections with others, ourselves, and our natural world. Reserve your tickets now for $7 per person at quintamazatlan.ticketleap. com. For more information, call 956-681-3370, and follow Quinta Mazatlán on social media. •

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Perspectives Nathaniel’s Story

by Paula Key

A s chaplains at Winter Ranch RV Resort, we check up on residents to see how everyone is doing. What concerns them, concerns us, and more importantly, concerns God. As we learned of one couple’s grandson, Nathaniel, who broke his neck in July diving into a pond in Iowa, we were amazed at the tenacity of this teenager and the miracles of God being done as he persevered.

Nathaniel has gone from being paralyzed from the waist down with minimal movement in his arms and hands to now being able to sit up, turn over, feed himself, master a manual wheelchair, walk with a walker, swim on his own, and go back to school a few half-days a week--in just five months. Physical therapy is ongoing and not for the weak of heart. God has blessed Nathaniel’s efforts and his faith in God to the point that the doctors are even saying he shouldn’t be able to do these things and that it is a miracle.

Before the diving accident,

Paula Key is the wife of Chaplain Dennis Key at Winter Ranch RV Resort in Alamo. They are with Christian Resort Ministries, which provides non-denominational worship services in RV resorts throughout the RGV. You can contact the Keys for their service times at offdkey@yahoo.com or contact Christian Resort Ministries at crmintl.org for opportunities to serve in your community.

Nathaniel was heavily involved with competition in swimming, archery, cross country, and golf and was also in the marching and concert bands. Besides all of that, he is an avid fisherman and turkey and deer hunter. He is looking forward to competing in his high school Para Swimming Division this winter. While Nathaniel is building up his strength and coordination through continuing physical therapy and trust in God, it is impossible for him to go anywhere outside. He needs a special type of wheelchair to maneuver the uneven grass and

Spaghetti Dinner Tradition Continues at La Floresta

by Arleen Bier, La Floresta Park

After 10 years of serving a spaghetti dinner to the residents of La Floresta Park in Mercedes, Jean and Rodger Vanderville (Manistique, Michigan) decided to call it quits. Through the years, they have served between 75 to 115 dinners each time, with the help of a crew of seven. Good food, fun, and laughter were also on the menu.

Jean and Rodger are involved in a variety of events at La Floresta and focus their time and attention on golf and other activities. Meanwhile, Darla Strait (Sanborn, Iowa), Debbie Tufnell (also from Manistique), and Bonnie Kadell (Jerseyville, Illinois) have offered to take over the spaghetti dinner next year.

We have some of the kindest people you will ever meet in our small park in Mercedes! •

hilly terrain of his farmland home in Iowa. He needs a Trackchair that is made for such terrain, which is not covered by insurance. With needed accessories, the cost of the Trackchair is $17,500. If you would like to help Nathaniel get this Trackchair and be a part of what God is doing in this boy’s life, please go to GoFundMe.com. Search for the

fundraiser called Nathaniel’s Story by Paula Key. Click on it, and it will open up to Nathaniel story and his and his mom’s photo. Click on Donate Now and enter the amount of your donation and your payment method. Then just follow the instructions.

Your prayers for Nathaniel will also be greatly appreciated. •

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.

Nathaniel with his grandparents, Bill and Sue Hobson, from Algona, Iowa, and his mom, Lisa. The Hobsons have been coming to the RGV every year since 2015. They have a winter home at Winter Ranch RV Resort in Alamo.

Things I Have Learned

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

by Bill Ward

The Garbage Man

Today’s Wisdom: When I see garbage trucks, I do not take them personally. I wave, I smile, I wish them luck, and I move on. ~ David Piley

I was recently sitting in the pew at church and noted my wife opening a wrapper on a cough drop. She then crumpled up the wrapper and nonchalantly dropped it in my shirt pocket. I, quietly in my own mind because I’m not stupid, asked, “Am I your garbage dump now?”

The answer in my mind--which surprised me but maybe shouldn’t have because I was sitting in church-was, “Yes.” In a way, that is what I promised to be some 49 years ago when we started our journey through life together.

I am used to being the garbage dump. It is me who picks up the dead mice in the traps. It is me who kills the big spiders in our house. It was me who picked up the dog poop in the yard before she departed, rest her soul. It is

also my job to take out the actual garbage. But those are all real garbage things. I’m talking about something different here.

We all have our baggage in life, that stuff that is the less attractive side of us. It is the bad hair days, the sour moods, the impatience, the

The Happy Place

Early in the morning, things can seem a little quiet. Birds are chirping, and there’s a small breeze in our back yard, a perfect spot for a cup of tea and a little yarn. The chairs all look inviting, so please pull a Goldilocks and find the one that’s just right for you. Settle in and sip your tea and watch as a few butterflies enjoy the morning blooms. Our Happy Place is waiting to begin the day with you.

Then, the day adds a few more friends to those empty chairs. Some old friends, some you will meet today, but always, friends knit together. Laughter is added to the birds’ chirping, as more yarn friends flit in and out, just like the butterflies. If it’s Wednesday, then it’s almost time for our friend, Barbara, to stop by with a bag of her homemade cookies. Yummalicious! And we all know that’s just the thing to keep us going through the week!

The shadows sift through the big old oak tree, as those acorns begin to fall in the breeze. That’s how we know our South Texas “winter” has begun--so sit close to that umbrella. You’ll share stories of kids and grandkids, your “one-pot” recipes and directions to your favorite Mexican restaurant. Guess what?! You’ve found our Happy Place!

At The Lamb’s Loom, we have a saying around here: “More than a yarn shop, we’re a ministry and a mindset.” We’re about knitting together a community that loves and laughs, all the while putting service into action. Sometimes quiet and peaceful, and other days you’ll laugh until you cry. And you’ll never believe how quickly the time flies around here. But no worries, your chair will be ready and waiting for you tomorrow, and we will put the kettle on!

For the rest of the year, when y’all are way up north somewhere, 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. •

unmet expectations, and all of the garbage we carry with us, sometimes discretely but often openly. We can’t hold it in forever, so sometimes we have to express it, share it, throw it, scream at it, or whatever. My job, the one I promised in the “for better or for worse”

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.

commitment, is to take it from her as best I can and make life better. It isn’t always easy, and sometimes it can be impossible.

Some of us are good at relieving others of their garbage and dealing with it effectively. However, too often, people want to just throw it back at someone. When I was in police work, we saw a lot of garbage throwing. Some even stuck on us. Perhaps less common is the attitude expressed in the quotation above-basically, “Meh!” That can be healthy.

But the real challenge comes when we actually care about the person holding the garbage. It takes someone special to say, “Give that to me. I’ll help get rid of it.”

I’m just sayin’. •

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RV lot has FHU and is long enough for the largest RV. The cozy coach house is fully furnished and has a bath with a shower, lots of storage and a wet bar. It’s available this season so bring your RV and enjoy the Texas Tropics. Call Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Winter home!! This fully furnished 1 bed/1 bath home features a spacious living area with a permanently open slide for comfort! The roomy bedroom has a queen sized bed and also has a permanently open slide. This home has been well maintained and is completely turn key! Call Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

2300 E. Business 83, #495 Beautiful 2022 Tru-Home MH! 14 x 66 with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms with a concrete drive! The home is unfurnished and ready for your personal touch! The open floor plan of this all electric home includes all kitchen appliances. The kitchen is adjacent to the laundry room for easy access Beautiful wood grain vinyl flooring for easy cleaning throughout the home! Call Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

815 Wabash River Circle 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 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

3802 Heron Way Price Improved!

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 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

3808 Hummingbird RV Porthome recently remodeled inside & out with large, fenced yard. Large 2 story storage area/workshop with an additional 12x18 storage building for plenty of storage. Call Gail Gallagher, TREC797370, (816) 916-5583

1418 Daytona Looking for the perfect place to park your RV, where you own your lot? This property showcases a covered awning that includes 30/50 amp service, water, sewer connections, and an attached finished 10 x 14 insulated utility room.The steelbuilt covered canopy is 23 ft. wide x 35 ft. long and 14 ft. in height. Call Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

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 Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

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love spending winters on this RV lot that you own! This extra long lot backs to greenspace and a pasture with grazing cattle. Enjoy the Texas Tropics beneath your pergola in the fenced backyard. The finished coach house has a kitchenette, a bathroom with shower, washer/dryer and plenty of space for guests, entertaining or hobbies. Call Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

7 Main Boulevard Looking for a cozy home to call your own? Look no further than this cute travel trailer, a perfect example of 55+ living at its finest, with updated features including flooring throughout, a double overlay metal roof, siding, skirting, and even a sliding glass door. Call Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

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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

2220 Seagull Located across the street from the clubhouse and pool, you will be close to all the fun with one of the largest RV lots in Retama Village. Enjoy the beautiful backyard, pergola, FHU for your RV and a furnished coach house with large storage with a stacked washer/dryer. Call Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Tack

Spacious

4900 N McColl, #582 This 320 square foot 2007 Park Trailer is the PERFECT

Mallard You’ll

Mallard

SAVORY TREATS SWEET CRAVINGS

RECIPE CONNECTION

Some Like It Hot

Cappuccino Caramels (Yield: 100 pieces) Junior League of McAllen, Inc.

1 cup margarine or butter

3 tablespoons instant coffee crystals

2¼ cups brown sugar, firmly packed

½-1 teaspoon finely shredded orange peel

1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk

1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

1 cup light corn syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Butter and line a 8 x 8” baking pan with foil. In a heavy 3-quart saucepan, melt margarine over low heat. Stir in brown sugar, sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup, coffee crystals, and orange peel. Carefully clip candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thermometer registers 248 degrees (firm-ball stage). Mixture should boil at a moderate, steady rate over the entire surface. Reaching firm-ball stage should take 15 to 20 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat; remove candy thermometer from saucepan. Immediately stir in nuts and vanilla. Quickly pour the caramel mixture into pan. When caramel is firm, use foil to lift it out of pan.

Spotted in the RGV Edinburg Scenic Wetlands

By Eryn Reddelll Wingert

Have you discovered the beautiful oasis in Edinburg? The Edinburg Scenic Wetlands is part of the World Birding Center network of parks. The 40-acre park is home to a lush

Sandy Shares a Popular Recipe from Texas

1015 Onion Casserole

By Sandy Olson

South Texas loves the 1015 sweet onion! After all, it was conceived right here in the RGV and is enjoyed all over the state. It’s said the name comes from the fact that the onions are planted October 15 of each year for the spring harvest. They can be huge, are mild and sweet, and can be used both raw and cooked in so many ways.

4 medium sweet onions

¾ cup milk, not skim

½ cup real butter (no margarine, please)

2 large eggs, beaten

15 round buttery crackers, crushed

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar

1 can cream of mushroom soup

Salt and pepper to taste

Peel the onions and slice into ¼ -inch rings. Melt the butter in a heavy skillet and sauté the onions until clear but not browned. Reserve 3 tablespoons of the cracker crumbs and set aside. Place the rest of the crumbs in the bottom of a buttered 2-quart casserole dish. Remove the onions from the skillet with a slotted spoon. Mix the

mushroom soup with ¼ cup of the milk, combining until smooth.

Put ½ the onions into the casserole and top with ½ of the soup mixture. Repeat to make a second layer.

In a small bowl, combine the eggs with the remaining milk, mixing well. Pour this over the onions. Spread the shredded cheese evenly on top and finish with the reserved crumbs, sprinkling evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Add salt and pepper, as desired. This is a good side dish with grilled meat or chicken.

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. •

landscape, walking trails, and butterfly gardens. Located at 714 Raul Longoria Road, the park is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday 1 to 6 p.m. Entry fee for 55+ is $2.00. For more information, visit edinburgwbc.org. •

Use a buttered knife to cut candy into ¾-1inch squares. Wrap each piece in clear plastic wrap.

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

WEEK OF February 8 - February 14, 2023

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 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.

Wednesday Breakfast 07:30 AM

Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

All You Can Eat Breakfast 07:30 AM

Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 519-5897.

Craft Sale 08:00 AM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W US Hwy 83, Alamo. Free admission. (956) 777-3590.

Flea Market 08:00 AM Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-9264.

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

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. •

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

Winter Texan Newmar Luncheon

11:00 AM Golden Corral Buffet & Grill, 1301 E Jackson Ave, McAllen. $14.61 pp. (815) 370-2513.

Buchanan Co. Iowa Reunion 11:00

AM Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 2nd St, McAllen. (319) 533-6889.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 5652638.

Jam Luncheon 11:30 AM Chimney Park RV Resort, Chimney Park RV Resort,

MISSION BELL • TRADE WINDS

4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. (402) 630-0492.

Lunch & Jam Session 12:00 PM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 3962786.

AA-Keep Us Clean Group 12:00 PM St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2310 N Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-5005.

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

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.

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

Sugar Cane Presentation 01:00 PM

Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

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

Gospel Jam 01:30 PM Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 425-6881.

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00 PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 405-4350.

Happy Hour w/Terry Porter Roewe

03:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 405-8197.

Happy Hour w/Justin Terry 03:30 PM Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 W, Mercedes. pass the hat. (956) 376-3798.

Ron Mosier - $8

Mar 9

Car Show

March 11 • 11:00 -3:00

Feb 16 - Rusty Rierson Show - $8

Feb 23 - Senior Ambassadors - $6

Feb 26 - Rick McEwen Show - $9

Mar 4 - Dave & Daphne Show - $10

Mar 11 - Jason Whorlow Show - $9

JAMS

Rock & Roll Jams 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 7PM - MB Ballroom

Country Jams - Thursdays - 1PM - MB Ballroom

Country Jams - Fridays - 6PM - Tradewinds - Hall Craft Shows at Mission Bell 3rd Monday of Each Month Nov - Mar

2/11 – MISSION, TX - 7:00PM

FIESTA VILLAGE 2/13 – HARLINGEN, TX – 7:00PM

COTTONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB 2/14 – DONNA, TX - 7:00 PM

CASA DEL SOL

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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.

Gospel Sing 06:00 PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. (956) 405-4350.

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

MS/Plus Square Dance W/Ron

Betzelberger 07:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 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) 7876461.

Conference Speaker: Founders Week 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference

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

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 565-2638

Encore Series: Piano Men

Generations 07:00 PM Sunshine RV

Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. Prices varies. (956) 425-7448.

Festus Lives On 07:00 PM CountrySide

Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (98) 9160541.

Gid-R-Done Bluegrass 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo.

$8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008.

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 968-5760.

Mary Chamberlin 07:00 PM Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. $8.00 adv, $9.00 door. (956) 5198650.

Nu-Blu 07:00 PM Paradise Resort

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

Rick McEwen 07:00 PM McAllen

Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (810) 629-4263.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 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.

Paradise South Craft Fair 08:00 AM

Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile

2 W, Mercedes. (956) 376-3798.

WOWE-Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo

08:30 AM South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, 6801 Padre Blvd, SPI. (956) 761-6801.

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.

Port of Brownsville Tour 09:00 AM Isla

Tours, 33256 State Park Rd 100 South Padre Island. $35.00 pp (956) 761-4752

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

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

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

(956) 783-5008

DANCES | 7-10 PM

Every Saturday • Texas Wheels • $8

Tues

THURSDAYS

FEB

FEB

18 • The Howlers • $8

• Rusty Rierson • $9

MAR 5 • Real Beals • $7

MAR 12 • Jamie Layton • $7

BLUEGRASS JAM – Tuesdays 1:30 PM in the Rec Hall

RC TRACK Open to the Public 1:30 PM • Fridays

LINE DANCING Open to the Public 1-2 PM • Mondays

(956) 797-1851

1048 N. Alamo Road Alamo, TX 78516

casadelvalle@rhp.com

Fun Day 10:00 AM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (573) 690-4180.

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

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

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 5652638.

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

Lunch & Jam Session 11:30 AM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd. Weslaco. $8.00 lunch. (956) 9693740.

Mission Bell Country Jam Lunch

11:30 AM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

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

Retired RN LPN LVN Get Together

12:30 PM Peter Piper Pizza, 3101 E. Expressway 83 Weslaco Retired Nurse Get Together 956-532-1223

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM

Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Country Jam 01:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

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

Ladies’ Teas 02:00 PM Bibleville

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

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00

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

Encore Series: Piano Men Generations

03:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. Price for admission. (956) 968-7171.

Happy Hour w/Bruce Boudreau

03:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S. International Blvd. Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-5760.

His & Her Country Variety Band 03:30 PM The Tipsy Monkey, 3700 E Exp 83, Weslaco. Free admission. (641) 7512635.

Dinner-BBQ Honey Garlic Sausage

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

Happy Hour w/Kiley & Company

04:00 PM Lakewood RV Resort, 4525

Graham Rd, Harlingen. (956) 423-1170.

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.

Happy Hour w/Ted, Gary & Mike

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

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.

Jam Session 06:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 782-3263.

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

Yarn Crafters Group 06:30 PM St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2310 N Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-5005.

Blue Wolf 07:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (918) 527-2655.

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

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

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM Tip

O’ Texas, 101 E. Sioux Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

Dance w/Sweetwater 07:00 PM Alamo

Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Bus 83, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-7571.

Encore Series: Piano Men Generations

07:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. Price for admission. (956) 968-7171.

Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. $9.00 pp. (956) 425-6881.

Nu-Blu 07:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $9.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

Paranormal Cirque 07:30 PM Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets, 5001 E Exp 83, Mercedes. Cost for admission. (941) 704-8572.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 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.

Craft & Bake Sale 08:00 AM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. (262) 492-4940

WOWE-Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo

08:30 AM South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, 6801 Padre Blvd, SPI. (956) 761-6801.

Craft Fair 09:00 AM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081.

Trash to Treasures 09:00 AM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. Indoor. (956) 529-1878. Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901. Square Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

McAllen Public Library Blood Drive

10:00 AM McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 681-3000.

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

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Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 5652638.

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) 8223283.

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) 6446925.

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.

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

Happy Hour w/Bruce Boudreau 03:00

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

Happy Hour w/Justin Terry 03:00 PM

Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-6223.

Friday Fish Fry 04:30 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview.

$10.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.

Happy Hour w/Mike Ptak 05:00 PM

Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 565-2638.

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

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

Shuffleboard-Friday Night Lights

06:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (956) 787-7571.

Tradewinds Country Jam 06:00 PM

Trade Winds RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

Girls Night Out 06:00 PM Children’s Museum of Brownsville, 501 E Ringgold St, #5, Brownsville. Cost for admission. (956) 489-9300.

William Florian 06:30 PM Winter Green Estates, 500 N Bryan Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 322-7434.

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

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers

07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $10.00 pp. (956) 782-3263.

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

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM

Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 7834587.

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

Dance w/Dave Perryman 07:00 PM Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission.

$8.00 pp. (405) 317-0655.

Dance w/Jealous Heart 07:00 PM

Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 782-7886.

Dance w/Ralph Kuster 07:00 PM

Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375.

Dance w/Rewind 07:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $10.00 pp. (956) 787-5773.

Dance w/Southern Harmony 07:00 PM

Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-2605.

Dance w/Southern Vibes 07:00 PM

Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (603) 396-2786.

Dance w/The Chamberlin’s & Southern Express 07:00 PM Quiet Village II, 215 S Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (515) 290-0011.

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

J. Michael Laferty 07:00 PM Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 532-9665.

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

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Festus Lives On 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 5850703.

TUES HAPPY HOUR

3 PM – 5 PM (unless otherwise noted) PASS THE BUCKET

Feb 14 & 21 • No Happy Hour

WED SHOWS / 7 PM

Feb 15 • Kai Kamaka • $8

FRI DANCES

7 PM – 10 PM

BYOB & Snacks

Popcorn & soda for sale

Feb 10 • Southern Vibes • $8

Feb 14 • Tuesday Curt James Valentine's Dance • $10

Feb 17 • Sweetwater • $8

Feb 24 • Rewind • $8

1051 W. Bus Hwy 83 | Donna, TX 78537 www.bit-o-heaven.net

Bit-O-Heaven RV and Mobile Home Resort

Susan Thomas, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 / fulltimers@earthlink.net

Bit-O-Heaven RV and Mobile Home Resort

Activity Office (956) 787-5773

DANCES

HAPPY HOUR

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Roger Wayne Illusionist 07:00 PM

Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. $8.00 pp. (956) 797-1851.

Rusty Rierson 06:30 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N. Alamo Road Alamo. $8 (956) 783-5008

Rick McEwen 07:00 PM Winter Haven Resort, 3501 Old Port Isabel Road, Brownsville. $8.00 (308) 289-2201

Steven May 07:00 PM Weslaco Elks Lodge, 210 S Border Ave, Weslaco. (956) 968-7115.

Paranormal Cirque 07:30 PM Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets, 5001 E Exp 83, Mercedes. Cost for admission. (941) 704-8572.

Ballet Folklorico South Texas College

Presents: Tradiciones 2023 07:30 PM McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd McAllen. $14 tickets (956) 872-2071

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 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 07:00 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Park Wide Sale 07:00 AM Lamplighter

MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission.

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.

Flea Market 07:30 AM La Hacienda Subdivision, 1901 E 23rd Place, Mission. Club House.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

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

Saturday Breakfast 08:00 AM Alamo

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

All Park Yard Sale 08:00 AM Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. free admission. (204) 794-0624.

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

Llano Grande Patio Sale 08:00 AM

Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. (956) 565-2638.

Park Wide Flea Market 08:00 AM Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. Free admission. (641) 231-1491.

Patio Sale 08:00 AM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Open to public. (603) 3962786.

Patio Sale 08:00 AM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. Free admission. (956) 399-5800.

Yard Sale 08:00 AM Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. (956) 423-1170.

WOWE-Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo

08:30 AM South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, 6801 Padre Blvd, SPI. (956) 761-6801.

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

Growing Growers Farmers Market

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

Affair of the Heart Gift Fair 09:00 AM St. Mark United Methodist Church-McAllen, 301 W Pecan Blvd, McAllen. $2.00 pp. (956) 6821481.

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

McAllen Farmers Market 10:00 AM

McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St, McAllen. (956) 255-0190

Plus Sq. Dance & Review Lesson

10:00 AM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612.

Heritage & History Days 10:00 AM Museum of South Texas History, 200 N Closner Blvd, Edinburg. (956) 383-6911

Country Jam & Lunch 11:00 AM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 5408463.

Healthy Cooking, Healthy Heart Class 11:00 AM McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 681-3000.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 5652638.

Coffee with the Carpenter-Men’s Fellowship Group 12:00 PM St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2310 N Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-5005. 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.

NIGHT LIGHTS

FEB 10 • 6 PM

Shuffleboard TURKEY SHOOT

FEB 17 • 1 PM

CRAFT SALE

Wednesday, MAR 8 • 8:00-12:00 PM

COUNTRY SUNSHINE COUNTRY SUNSHINE

HAPPY HOUR

Pass the Hat

FEB 20 • Regan James • 3:30-4:30 PM

FEB 21 • Curt James • 3 PM

DANCE

The Fabulous Cruisers

FEB 11 • 7-10 PM • $10.00

Theme Dance: Neon Glow & Prizes for Best Dressed

Kai Kamaka

FEB 14 • 5:30-7:30 PM • $8 Adv/$10 Door

Valentine Dinner & Dance tickets $25 per person Diego

FEB 17 • 7-10 PM • $8

ENTERTAINMENT

Lindley Creek

FEB 19 • 7-10 PM • $10.00

Curt James

Feb 24 • 7-10 PM

QUILT SHOW

Feb 26 • 1-3:30 PM

2023 ENCORE SPECIAL CONCERTS

All Concerts Start at 3PM & 7PM. Tickets are on Sale Mon-Fri.

Tickets range from $21,$19, $22 at the Door. Call to purchase in advance.

Piano Men Generations FEB 9 Sixties Mania MAR 11

South Texas RV Properties

Activity Office (cell)

956-638-3158 Activity Office

956-968-7171

1601 S. Airport Dr. • Weslaco, TX

Visit us at RVontheGo.com • RVSouthTexas.com

FUN-N-SUN

FUN-N-SUN

DANCES

TEXAS WHEELS

Fridays • 7-10 PM • $8

MASQUERADE BALL WITH THE AGENCY

Feb 21 • 7 PM • $10

ENTERTAINMENT - 7PM

FEB 18 • LINDLEY CREEK • $10 Advance/ $12 At the Door

CRAFT SALE

FEB 25 & MAR 25 • 9 AM -12 PM

PATIO SALE

FEB 11 • 8 AM - 11 AM

2023 ENCORE SPECIAL CONCERTS

All Concerts Start at 7PM. Tickets are on Sale Mon-Fri

Tickets range from $21, $19, $18. Tickets at door $19 pp Call to purchase in advance 956-399-5800

CONCERT SERIES CONTINUED!!

Piano Men Generations Feb 11

Tribute to music of Billy Joel & Elton John Turn The Page Feb 25

Tribute to Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band

SixtiesMania Mar 11

Tribute to The Beatles

South Texas RV Properties

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1400 Zillock Road • San Benito, TX Visit us at RVontheGo.com • RVSouthTexas.com

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

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FROM PAGE

Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam 01:00 PM

McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl McAllen. (956) 682-3304.

Orgullo y Tradicion 2023-La Joya -

Mariachi & Folklorico Shows 01:00

PM La Joya ISD, 604 N Coyote Dr, La Joya. $8.00 pp. (956) 323-2895.

Benefit Show w/Pat Davison for Mission First United Methodist Church 02:00 PM Mission First United Methodist Church, 1101 Doherty Ave, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-1665.

Concert: Mark Dubbeld Family 02:00

PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346

Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 7872024.

Harlingen Farmers Market 03:00 PM

Harlingen CVB, 2nd & Tyler by City Hall, Harlingen. (956) 622-5053.

Orgullo y Tradicion 2023-La Joya -

Mariachi & Folklorico Shows 05:00

PM La Joya ISD, 604 N Coyote Dr, La Joya. $8.00 pp. (956) 323-2895.

Paranormal Cirque 06:30 PM Rio

Grande Valley Premium Outlets, 5001 E Exp 83, Mercedes. Cost for admission. (941) 704-8572.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM

Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008.

Dance w/Pelican West 07:00 PM

Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $10A/$12D. (956) 4235484.

Bruce Boudreau 07:00 PM Orange

Grove RV Park, 5005 E State Hwy 107, Edinburg. (956) 383-7931.

Concert: Mark Dubbeld Family 07:00

PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 7872024.

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (956) 4257448.

Dance w/Justin Terry 07:00 PM Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-8135.

Dance w/Midnight Mustangs 07:00

PM La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo

Dr, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (309) 337-8711.

Dance w/Roland The DJ 07:00 PM

Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 Harrison Ave, Harlingen. $7.50 pp. (956) 4233137.

Dance w/Route 66 07:00 PM El Valle

Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission.

$7.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 968-0322.

Dance w/Sweetwater 08:00 PM Trophy

Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-7717.

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

Dance w/The Chamberlin’s & Southern Express 07:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 279-1990.

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers

07:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 638-3158.

Dance w/Pelican West 7:00 PM Tropic

Winds RV Resort 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $10A/$12D. (956) 4235484

Dance w/Texas Wheels 7:00 PM Casa Del Valle 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008

Dance w/Time Machine 07:00 PM

Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 529-1878.

Dance w/Wally Garza Texas Blood

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

Dave Perryman & Texas Country

Revue 07:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (956) 4058197.

Encore Series: Piano Men Generations 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. Prices varies. (956) 399-5800.

Helen Russell & Company 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

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

Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM Seven Oaks Resort, 801 S Inspiration Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. (802) 373-8866.

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. $10.00 pp. (956) 6828081.

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

Special Performance w/Cassandra Castillo 07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (9565) 565-2638.

Valentine’s Day w/Rewind 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2023

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

South Padre Island Farmers Market

11:00 AM The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd, SPI.

Shakespeare in the RGV 01:00 PM

Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

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

Orgullo y Tradicion 2023-La JoyaMariachi & Folklorico Shows 01:00 PM La Joya ISD, 604 N Coyote Dr, La Joya. $8.00 pp. (956) 323-2895.

Live Music w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 01:30 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. (956) 581-1033.

Sunday Book Club 02:00 PM

McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 681-3000.

Tiny Hill & His Orchestra 03:00 PM Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. Pass the hat. (956) 782-7886.

RGV Concert Band 03:00 PM

Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Kenny Ray Horton 03:00 PM Alamo

Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus Hwy 83, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (618) 9733595.

Meatloaf Dinner 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.

Paranormal Cirque 05:30 PM Rio

Grande Valley Premium Outlets, 5001 E Exp 83, Mercedes. Cost for admission. (941) 704-8572.

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

PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341

W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612.

Sunday Movie Night 06:30 PM

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

Valentines Round Dance Party 06:30

PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341

W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612

Encore Series: Piano Men Generations 07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Prices varies. (956) 7823263.

Paranormal Cirque 08:30 PM Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets, 5001 E Exp 83, Mercedes. Cost for admission. (941) 704-8572.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 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.

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.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

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

Country Jam 01:00 PM Winterhaven

MPH, 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.

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

2-3 & 4 RD Dance Workshop 02:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612.

High Beginner Line Dance 02:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $2.00 donation. (956) 7877839.

2023 ENCORE

All Concerts Start at 7 PM Tickets are on sale Mon-Fri Pre-Sales: Elite $21, Preferred $18, General $17

Turn the Page FEB 22

February 7 • Jim and Greg

February 21 • Helen Russell & Company

February 28 • The Howlers

March 7 • Jim and Greg

March 14 • Pat Davidson

March 21 • The Howlers

April 11 • The Howlers

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00

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

Happy Hour w/Julia Lane Cooper 03:00 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83 Harlingen. Pass the hat. (956) 412-0375.

Beef Stroganoff 04:00 PM 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) 5850624.

Festus Lives On 05:00 PM Llano

Grande Resort, 2215 E. West Blvd. Mercedes $10.00 pp (956)5652638

Country Jam 05:30 PM Lamplighter

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

Monday Jam Session 05:30 PM

Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624. Slavery in Spanish Colonial Borderlands 06:00 PM McAllen

Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 6813000.

Coin Club Meeting 07:00 PM McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave, McAllen. (956) 566-3112.

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

Hidalgo Coin Club Meeting 07:00 PM

McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 566-3112.

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $10.00 pp. (956) 464-3324.

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

Rusty Rierson 07:00 PM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 580-4477.

Valentine’s Day w/Roger Kenaston 07:00 PM Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (319) 431-7632.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 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) 7872024.

TOPS Take Off Pounds Sensibly 08:30

AM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. (956) 519-8597.

Port of Brownsville Tour 09:00 AM Isla Tours, 33256 State Park Rd 100 South Padre Island. $35.00 pp (956) 761-4752

Kathy’s Kreations Sparkly T-Shirts

09:00 AM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. (956) 5291878.

Women’s Bible Study & Prayer 09:30 AM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024.

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

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

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2020 Male Vocalist of the Year

FEBRUARY 2023

Private Event, Mission

Happy Hour • 3:00 - 6:00

FEB 17 • AmeriCana RV Resort, Palmview 6:00 - 8:00

FEB 28 • Private Event, Alamo

Happy Hour • 3:00 - 5:00

MAR. 1 • Southern Comfort, Weslaco

Happy Hour • 3:00 - 4:30

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TUESDAY FEB 14 • Bit-o-Heaven - Donna

DANCE • 7-10 PM

WEDNESDAY FEB15 • Fun-N-Sun SOLDOUT

DINNER & DANCE with Leslie Blasing

FRIDAY FEB 17 • Texas Trails - Pharr

DANCE • 7-10 PM

SATURDAY FEB 18 • Pleasant Valley - Mission

DANCE • 7-10 PM

SUNDAY FEB 19 • Llano Grande Mercedes

DANCE • 7-10 PM •

4 Friends Curt, Leslie, Ron & Steven

TUESDAY FEB 21 • Country Sunshine - Weslaco

HAPPY HOUR • 3-4:30 PM

FRIDAY FEB 24 • Restful Valley- Mission

DANCE • 7-10 PM All Events Open To The Public Unless Stated Private Or Residents Only. Call (956) 455-4195 for scheduling

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

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.

Country Jam 12:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 968-8412.

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

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

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. Lunch at 11:30 am. (956) 682-8081.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway,

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT &

Mission. Jammers welcome. (956) 585-9093.

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

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

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.

Dinner-Hamburger, Chicken or Hot dog Platter 04:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. (956) 5816718.

Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance 04:30 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $10.00 dinner/$16.00 w/dance. (956) 5198597.

Dance w/The Chamberlin’s 05:00 PM Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 W, Mercedes. (956) 376-3798.

Valentine’s Day Dinner w/Kai 05:30 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Call for price. (956) 638-3158.

SHOWS

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

Valentine’s Day Dinner w/Johnathan

Len 06:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $18.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

Nu-Blu 07:00 PM Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. $9.00 adv/$10.00 door. (956) 4231170.

Pat Davison Magic Show 07:00 PM

Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $10.00 pp. (956) 7823263.

Valentine’s Day Dance 07:00 PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (270) 401-4999.

Valentine’s Day Dance w/Curt James

07:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile

Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $10.00 pp. (603) 396-2786.

Valentine’s Day Dance w/Diego & Edith

07:00 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83 Harlingen. $10.00 pp. (956) 412-0375.

Valentine’s Day Dance w/Southern Harmony 07:00 PM Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH2, Mission. $8.00 adv/$9.00 door. (956) 5198650.

Valentine’s Day Dance w/The Esquires

07:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Valentine’s Day Dance w/The Howlers

07:00 PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 405-4350.

Valentine’s Day w/Lindley Creek 07:00

PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $10A/$12D. (956) 423-5484.

Valentine’s Day w/Night Ryders 07:00 PM

Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.

Valentine’s Day w/Ralph Kuster 07:00 PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 968-6223.

Valentine’s Day w/Renaissance Rockers 07:00 PM Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 580-4545.

Valentine’s Day w/Simply Gold Duo 07:00

PM W & I Resort, 206 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-6594.

Valentine’s Day w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $20pp (956) 783-5008.

CLASSIFIED SECTION

February 8, 2023

AUTOMOTIVE HELP WANTED MISCELLANEOUS REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Looking for something in the Rio Grande Valley? Our classified section has been the go-to source for our retirees to check out the Valley market by listing what you wish to sell, give away or post your garage sales. For more information on submitting your classfied, please email classifieds@welcomehomergv.com. •

CARS

2003 Buick 2003 four-door buick. Stored seven months out of the year. Great condition body and tires. 150,000 miles. Asking $3,500 (918) 232-5484 and (816) 617-7999

FIFTH WHEELS

Casa Del Valle RV Resort, Alamo This 5th wheel has 3 slide-outs, retractable awning, porch and an outdoor shed. The unit is fully furnished and ready to be pulled out for travel enjoyment or to make it a permanent spot. The premium site is concrete and close to all park amenities. $9,500Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

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

Fifth Wheel For Sale 2011 35’ Sabre, cemented pad, shed. 3 slideouts, kitchen island, many cupboards. Located in Paradise Park, INC. McAllen. Low maintenance fees, clean, $14,000. Call or text Carolyn (519) 212-2128.

Fifth Wheel 40’ For Sale 2013 Sandpiper Fifth Wheel with 3 slides. Great condition! Beautiful interior. Call (402) 650-5028 for more information. Currently located in Alamo. $27,000 27000.00

HOMES FOR SALE

Home for Sale Permanent Home in Donna RV Park, Rental Lot, Low taxes. Large kitchen, 1 1/2 bath, two-sofa living room, huge closets, outside storage, two-car garage or leisure room. $12,000 (918)2325484 (816)617-7999

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. $67,900Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Retama Village, Mission One of a kind casita with screened porch, upgraded appliances, outdoor kitchen and great outdoor and indoor living spaces. Full hook ups and plenty of room for the largest RV. Come enjoy life in this beautiful, active community. $242,900Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Wagon City South, Mission This cozy, move-in ready 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom split bedroom concept mobile home is partially furnished and has recently been painted and has new laminate flooring throughout, new toilets and front loading washer and dryer. $69,900Heather Escobedo,

TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Retama Village, Mission Beautiful 1 bed, 1 bath Porthome is perfect for you and your RV. The covered port with full hookups will accommodate a 40 ft RV with 4 slides, plus storage or workshop space. Appliances included. $199,000Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

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. $264,500Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission Take a look at this 14 x 50 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom mobile home located in Enchanted Valley Ranch, a 55+ gated community with endless community activities. The sale of the home includes the land and is sold furnished. $52,000Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

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. $59,000Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 4554195

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. $115,000Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195

LOTS FOR SALE

River Bend Resort & Golf Club, Brownsville Build your dream garden home for retirement. 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. $21,900Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

MANUFACTURED HOME

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 $14,500Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 4346112

Texan Mobile Home Park, McAllen This 14 x 48 mini mobile home is 2 bedroom and 1 bath, fully furnished and move in ready! Sub flooring and indoor flooring replaced, central air conditioning and heat, new laminate flooring and carpet. $22,000Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

Texan Mobile Home Park, McAllen This 12 x 52 gem is a one bedroom, one bathroom home that has been completely updated! New sub and inside flooring, insulation for all walls and floor replaced. New double pane windows, kitchen cabinets and much more! Fully furnished and move in ready! $15,900Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

MISCELLANEOUS/OTHER

Golf Carts For Sale Call: 956-5803370

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.

Dometic Penguin II Airconditioner

Shroud Roof-top air conditioner shroud for a Dometic Penguin II air conditioner. Call (713) 824-6050. Replace yours before it blows away! Retails for $175.00, selling for $75.00.

Internal, External & Compliance

Audits+Consulting Mariana Curts, CPA is now accepting new audit clients for May 2023 through December 2023. Can also help you prepare for upcoming audits or conduct agreed-upon procedures. Call (956) 353-8883.

MOBILE HOMES

Mobile Home For Sale 14x80, 2 bedroom-2 bath with metal roof. 12x25 carport, 12x20 shed. Washer & dryer. Palmdale RV Park, 30910 State Highway 100, Lot 2. 402850-4306. Gated Community, heated pool, clubhouse w/activities.

MOTOR HOMES

Motor Home For Sale 38 Ft. Damon Intruder Motor Home. 8.1 chevy, 67,000 miles, 3 slide-outs. $40,000 or OBO. For more information call (231) 557-2330 or (231) 557-6166.

SPRING & SUMMER READY MOTORHOME: Class A 2011 Forest River 37’ gas Georgetown, 42,000 miles, excelent condition 2 slide-outs, bath and half, king size bed, all appliances, 3 TV, etc, etc,$55,000. 320 260-9201

2006 Damon Challenger 35ft Ford Triton V10 gas engine. 47,000 miles. Sleeps two. Two slides and electric awning. Asking $28,000. Contact (218) 841-4546

PARK MODELS FOR SALE

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. $54,900Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 2713682

McAllen Mobile Park, McAllen This 2012 unit is spacious, very well maintained and move in ready. The kitchen has beautiful maple colored

wood cabinets, a food pantry, all major appliances and a gas stove top. A bonus 7x9 laundry room with a large storage closet, washer and dryer incl $21,900Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

Park Model for Sale Mercedes 1990 Quail Ridge, 12x33, all new plumbing, new mini-split AC/heat pump, 28’ screened porch, front/rear entrance, full size stove & fridge, bamboo flooring, full size tub/shower. Contact Sheryl Bishop 816-3310277

Park Model For Sale 1990 Park Model 12’x36’ with heat-pump. 10’x9’ shed. Located close to main-hall in a great place to live! Mission West RV Park in Palmview, Swimming pool, Golf Course. (402) 469-3253

PATIO/CRAFT SALES

Annual Craft & Bake Sale Friday, February 10 from 8:00 a.m. til Noon at Dream Valley Ranch. 2401 N. Abram Rd, Mission. Breakfast and lunch available. For Info (262) 4924940

RV LOTS

Retama Village, Mission Do you love your RV but miss a full size oven? Then this is the spot for you. Finished coach house has a full kitchen, including a dishwasher and a murphy bed. Backing to greenspace, you’ll love spending time under the back pergola. $79,900Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 9008487

Retama Village, Mission Price Reduced! RV lot and coach house and is exceptionally private with a spacious outdoor living area for entertaining or simply sitting and enjoying the birds and butterflies in the quiet sunshine. Bath features a spa-like shower. $79,900Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 9008487

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 $62,900Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Retama Village, Mission The RV lot has FHU, a cozy coach house with a bath with shower, tons of storage and washer/dryer. The lot backs to greenspace giving you a nice sense of space and privacy and is just 2 lots from the pool. $52,500Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 9008487

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) 3544074

Mobile RV Repair Service Schoebs RV Mobil Service. Call Roger at 641203-7050. If no answer leave message or text.Work on 5th wheels Travel Trailers and motorhomes. Looking to buy or sell? Our realtors and manufactured home sales team know and understand the intricacies of the 55+ market! Let Real Estate by Welcome Home help you with all your real estate needs. Whether you are interested in real property or manufactured housing, we can assist with whatever you need! Call (956) 686-8162 or visit our website at www.realestatebywelcomehome.com.

Travel Agency Looking to plan a cruise or book your dream vacation? Let Travel by Welcome Home help you plan your perfect romantic getaway, family reunion, or group trip! Located in McAllen, 20 years of travel experience. Kristy Meyer (956) 687-5115, travel@welcomehomergv.com.

Publisher’s notice: All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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