Volume 8: Issue 19: February 22, 2023

VOLUME 8 • ISSUE 19 • February 22, 2023

P art of the charm of being in the Rio Grande Valley for the winter is the ability to hop around and explore the area. We’ve had so much fun with our Tour Division this season-helping you do just that, tour! If your activity director hasn’t already booked a private tour for your park, we have tours open to the public, and we are excited about our upcoming trip to Kingsville to tour the famous King Ranch. If you’ve never been, it’s truly on the Winter Texan bucket list.

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!

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!

We are always ready to go, so if there is a place you would like to go, please let us know. That’s exactly what happened when a few quilters got together and wanted to attend the 24th Annual Bluebonnet Shop Hop! They are hopping on our bus and touring all eight participating quilt shops, which means they’re heading to Austin, San Antonio, Buda, Drippings Springs, Lakeway, New Braunfels, and Bandera and staying overnight in New Braunfels.

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.

Where do you want to go? Let us know, and we’ll get to work!

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!

We’re connecting the dots…•

Kristi

6th Annual Cruise with Kristi

Safe travels, Y’all! •

We’re just connecting the dots, Kristi

“This year was our best year yet, and it’s only going to get better!”

Travel agent Kristy Meyer is

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referring to the 6th Annual Cruise with Kristi, a seven-day Caribbean excursion with Kristi Collier, owner of Welcome Home RGV.

Each February, Welcome Home RGV hosts hundreds of Winter and Converted Texans aboard a

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

Royal Caribbean ship. This year, they cruised via Allure of the Seas, one of the largest ships in

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Special to Welcome Home RGV

helloFROM KRISTI

Story by Eryn Reddell Wingert

Photos by Anne Marie Martin, Kristi Collier, and Kristy Meyer

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The tour filled five luxury motor coaches with a total of 268 passengers. WHRGV arranged for delivery and pick-up at the terminal and transportation back to the Rio Grande Valley, too. Pickup points included Trophy Gardens in Alamo, Sunshine RV Resort in Harlingen, Bit-O-Heaven RV Park in Donna, and multiple spots in Mission.

The trip included an overnight stay at the Houston Marriott

Sugarland, where the staff is experienced in accommodating this group each year.

The Cruise group was made up of couples, multi-generational families, and single travelers-including three widows and a friend.

What Kristi Collier took away from this Cruise was the trust put into Travel by Welcome Home. “It was really cool to meet these families and hear their stories,” she said.

On board, everyone was on their own to enjoy all the Allure

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Publisher Kristi Collier kristi@welcomehomergv.com

Administration

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Event Manager

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Linda Anklam linda@welcomehomergv.com

Business Development

Leigh Woolridge leigh@welcomehomergv.com

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Travel Division

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We Winter Texans!

Calendar Submissions!

For more information on submitting your events and activities, please email: calendar@welcomehomergv.com The deadline for submission is Fridays at 5:00pm. • • • •

Weekly e-Blasts

Kristi’s e-Blasts are sent weekly October - March to our subscribers. Find out what’s happening across the Valley. These e-Blasts include helpful links and fliers for “Featured Events.” Sign up today at: info@welcomehomergv.com • • •

Follow Us on Social Media!

Welcome Home RGV has several ways to join the action on social media. Our WHRGV Facebook page is dedicated to community events and information that will appeal to people of all ages. Our Winter Texan page is more specific to our Winter Texan target market. www.facebook.com @whrgv @wintertexan www.youtube.com

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of the Seas had to offer. Stops included Roatan, Honduras, as well as Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico.

The largest group of travelers consisted of over-four-dozen residents of Bit-O-Heaven RV Park and Resort, including Converted Texans Ed and Kathy Hurley.

The Hurleys are cruising pros, clocking 17 cruises over the past 20 years. They say Cruise with Kristi is different. “It’s really fun to go on vacation with 50 of your best friends,” shared Ed. (They also really enjoyed the food,

entertainment, relaxation, and excursions.)

The Hurleys have already booked spots for Cruise with Kristi 2024.

“You just meet so many people; the horizon of friends grows and grows each year,” shared Ed.

Save the dates: Cruise with Kristi 2024 is scheduled for February 3 - 11, along the same route via Harmony of the Seas. Cruise again November 2024, on an eightnight trek to CocoCay--privately owned by Royal Caribbean--Nassau, Bahamas, and Cozumel.

For more information on these cruises or to plan your dream vacation, contact Kristy Meyer, also known as Travel Kristy, at 956-6875115. •

Chimney Park Residents Show Honor and Respect to Fallen Border Patrol Agent

Chimney Park RV Resort is a unique place. Located on the Rio Grande River in Mission, its residents enjoy boating, fishing, and beautiful sunsets, as well as the serenity

waterfront living can provide. Because of its riverside location, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection has been launching their patrol boats and stationing agents there for

It's all About the Bargains at Winter Green Estates

W inter Green Estates will hold its annual Spring Flea Market Saturday, March 4, from 7:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The address is 500 N. Bryan Road in Mission.

This sale benefits our residents and is put on by our volunteers. We feature a wide variety of items, including vintage jewelry, purses, boutique items, clothing, furniture, appliances, electronics, household goods, lawn and garden, lamps, luggage, golf bags/clubs, and tools.

Along with the sale, breakfast is

available starting at 7:00 a.m., and lunch will be served until noon. We do not use outside vendors, but the event is open to the public.

For more information, contact persons are Mark Horngren, chairperson, at 218-310-3064 (talk/text) and Roy Thompson, co-chair, at 254-394-3361.

several years. Residents have made friends with many of the agents and welcome their presence as additional security. The CBP is allowed to use the Park’s Rec Hall to heat meals in the microwave, purchase snacks and sodas, and use the restrooms.

One of the agents who they consider a friend is boat captain Shae Marie Rosa. Three years ago, her father, Jose Rosa, a retired law enforcement officer, and her mother, Lisa, decided to relocate from Florida to be near their daughter. They chose to become residents of Chimney Park.

As residents, they are able to keep track of Shae’s comings and goings with her boat and crew. Residents were saddened in December when the news broke that a young CBP agent, Raul H. Gonzalez, Jr., was killed on patrol when his 4-wheeler hit an unlit fence gate. Jose said it was like losing a family member. He attended the emotional and moving memorial service while Shae served in the Honor Guard.

A few weeks later, when Jose visited

the site of the accident, it was marked with a small white wooden cross, which is not uncommon across the country. As he picked up litter and debris in the area, he decided there should be a larger wooden cross marking the spot where this young agent “ended his watch.”

Together with fellow resident Ralph Spencer, a retired firefighter, a cross was built. Another resident, Gigi Nelson, the wife of another retired firefighter, painted and lettered the cross. When the cross was installed at the site, other residents--as well as CBP agents--were in attendance. James Kropenske, Chimney Park activity director, organized an informal memorial service.

Like most parks, Chimney Park has many retired members of the military and law enforcement, as well as first responders, who recognize and appreciate the city, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies and personnel who risk their lives every day on our behalf. •

Couples Compete in La Floresta Golf Tournament

Submitted by Arleen Bier, La Floresta Park

On the morning of Sunday, January 22, residents of La Floresta Park in Mercedes took to the golf course. It was the start of the Annual Couples Handicap Tournament. The event was open to beginner golfers, as well as those with advanced skills. It was a little cool that morning but warmed up nicely.

La Floresta is home to a small, 9-hole, par 3 golf course. Due to the weather and terrain, it is more difficult than it looks!

There was no hole-in-one that day, but golfers had some amazing shots. We are all winners because we always have some good shots and some bad shots. That’s what keeps us coming back!

We congratulate the winners of the Couples Tournament, Jim Monier and Darla Strait (from Sanborn, Iowa) took 1st Place in the Gross Score category. They received a trophy and get to organize the tournament next year. Ricky and Paula Henderson (from Blairsville, Georgia) won 1st Place for in the Net Score category. •

Paradise Park in Harlingen has Spirit of Giving

F or the third year, Paradise Park RV Resort in Harlingen has been overwhelmingly generous in giving to Harlingen CISD’s Clothing Closet, operated as part of the F.A.C.E. (Family and Community Engagement) Program to assist district families in need.

In winter 2020, the Clothing Closet was selected to be the beneficiary of the Park’s Spirit of Giving holiday project, when resident Sharon Bargel heard on a local news station about the Clothing Closet and the district’s need for warm coats and cold-weather clothing. That year, despite COVID restraints and fewer Winter Texans, Park residents delivered 578 items of new clothing, as well as new shoes, to the Closet.

In 2021, Sharon co-chaired the project with Jan Walter, and 1259 new items were delivered to the Closet. When the delivery was made in January 2022, they learned the Closet had no socks or undergarments on hand and were very much needed. They also learned that underwear and socks are always needed, as well as personal hygiene products, especially shampoo, deodorant, bath soap, and similar items. The decision to make this a year-round Paradise Park Community Project was made, and Dee Rigdon came on board as co-chair with

Sharon (both are year-round residents). Totes were placed in the Activities Office and in the driveways of Sharon and Dee’s homes to collect items. Cash donations are used to purchase items on the “mostneeded” list.

Throughout 2022, the acceptance of donated new and “gently used” clothing and shoes and personal hygiene items continued, as well as donations of cash to purchase needed items.

Over 1000 items were donated between February and November 2022.

Mid-November 2022, the holiday project kicked into high gear again, with

posters and social media announcements informing residents what was most needed for the Closet: new shoes for big and little kids, hygiene products (toilet paper, bar soap, liquid hand soap, toothbrushes), and gift cards, as well as underwear, socks, and cold-weather clothing. The donations started coming in and accumulating. In December, just before the holiday cold snap, an early delivery of warm coats, jackets, and other cold-weather items were delivered to help F.A.C.E. staff meet urgent needs. January 10, the balance of items was delivered--an amazing 1300-plus items!

It is so heartwarming to know we are making a big difference in the lives of so many families and children. F.A.C.E. staff is very appreciative of the giving hearts of Paradise Park residents. The residents of Paradise Park will continue to support the needs of the Clothing Closet year-round, and donations of items or cash are always welcome.

Six residents of Paradise Park currently volunteer one afternoon a week at the Clothing Closet; organizing racks of clothing, sorting, marking sizes, and doing whatever else is needed. We see first-hand what the needs are and how important our support of the Closet is, and we witness the importance of having this resource available to HCISD families. We feel blessed to be able to help make a difference.

In addition to the other donations January 10, April Vallejo, Paradise Park RV Resort manager, presented a check for $500 to the Harlingen CISD Clothing Closet from Encore Corporation (parent company of Paradise Park) through their Making a Difference Program. Another blessing!

For all of us involved in this Community Project, our hearts are full of emotions. Giving to those less fortunate and in need fills our hearts and gives us a sense of purpose. •

Explore Historic Lighthouse Square in Port Isabel

Before reaching South Padre Island, you’ll find the Lighthouse Square at the foot of the Queen Isabella Causeway. The plaza is home to various shops, galleries, restaurants, and activities. The key attraction is the Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historic site. The Lighthouse is the only lighthouse in Texas open to the public. Entry inside is only $5.00, and visitors can climb to the top for a full view of the bay.

December 9, 2022, a 3rd Order Fresnel Lens was installed, reigniting the Lighthouse for the first time in 117 years. It was a historic occasion that drew in visitors from all over the state. The lens remains on display, as the lighthouse is lit up for special occasions, such as events or holidays.

Across from the Lighthouse, you’ll find different shops to explore--from thrift stores to art galleries--to find that one-of-a-kind item that makes the trip worthwhile. Families looking for a unique experience the kids can enjoy have the opportunity to live the

life of a sailor at Pirate’s Landing and with Black Dragon Cruises. Pirate’s Landing is a pirate-themed restaurant offering fresh seafood, bayside views, and decor that will give you the experience of eating like a swashbuckling sailor. Black Dragon Cruises is a fully themed pirate ship offering an interactive role-play experience that brings out the kid in everyone. From costumes to cannon demonstrations, you’ll feel like you are truly living on the high seas. For fishing enthusiasts, the Pirate’s Landing fishing pier has everything you need for a great fishing experience. It also has a complete bait-and-tackle shop, a snack bar, and plenty of rental equipment for the whole family. Osprey Cruises has you covered if you prefer fishing on open water. They dock on the pier and offer bay and deep-sea fishing trips with expert guides who will teach you everything about fishing in our waters.

For more information on Lighthouse Square, visit sopadre.com •

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Animal Farm at South Texas College This Week

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outh Texas College Theatre & Dance announce their second production of the season, Animal Farm, adapted by Ian Wooldridge from the George Orwell novel.

The production will run February 23 and 25 at 7:30 p.m. and will end with a matinee at 2 p.m. February 26. Performances will take place at STC’s Cooper Center for the Performing Arts Black Box Theater at 3200 W. Pecan Blvd. in McAllen.

In George Orwell’s classic, the animals on a farm drive out their master, take over, and run the farm for themselves. The experiment is successful, except that someone has to take the deposed farmer's place. Leadership devolves upon the pigs, which are cleverer than the rest of the animals. Unfortunately, their character is not equal to their intelligence.

“ Animal Farm continues to be a classic story and one which I believe is still relevant today,” said Joel Jason Rodriguez, the play’s director. “I wanted to direct this play for some time, and I am happy we were able to include it this season. I believe the audience will appreciate our approach to this production when they see it.” General admission tickets cost $5. Seating is limited due to the capacity of the Black Box Theater, so advance purchases are encouraged.

Tickets can be purchased online at southtexascollege.edu/go/ theatre.

For additional information about the show, special accommodations, or group rates, call 956-872-2301 or email jleal5@southtexascollege. edu. •

Perspectives My May

by Stacy McDonald

M ay was so lonely, trapped inside a mind that could not find rest. After her husband passed away, May was placed in a nursing home. Her children never came to see her. She had a diagnosis of both dementia and schizophrenia.

I was blessed to have four years to get to know May. During that time, I was able to piece together the snippets of her life she shared with me. She had been raised by a Christian grandmother who saw to it that May went to church and learned about Jesus and the Bible. This firm foundation laid in May’s heart at such a young age would stay sure until the end of her life. Despite her numerous mental battles and struggles, the light of Christ would shine out of May’s darkness, changing my life forever.

It was no big deal to me that May never knew my name or that she did not always recognize who I was. The fact that she always knew the Word of God is what stirred my heart and served to increase my faith. Now

Stacy McDonald and her husband, Chaplain Mark McDonald, serve at Mission West RV Park in Mission. They are with Christian Resort Ministries, which provides RV resorts throughout the RGV non-denominational worship services. You can contact the McDonalds at mrmcdonald41@ yahoo.com for their service times.

don’t get me wrong, May was not one of those affectionate, always happy people. More often than not, I would find her sitting in her wheelchair grumbling to herself or responding angrily to the voices that constantly seemed to torment her. To aid in snapping her out of one of these episodes, I learned to address her at eye level. From this vantage point, I would greet her and begin reciting the Gospel of John, chapter 1: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God…” Before I could get to the first “and,” May would begin to recite those beautiful verses of scripture with me.

When we first began this practice, May could make it as far as verse 22 before stopping. As the years wore on and her dementia advanced, her memory would stop her at around verse 5. Reciting scripture calmed May’s anxious and tormented soul almost every time. The few times it would fail to do the job, I would employ the second-best method of soothing her, which was to sing hymns together. May taught me so many songs. I pray my memory hangs on to them the way hers did.  May loved to laugh. I can still hear

her laughter in my heart. She would amuse herself as she talked to me about her husband, her children, and her past. She would beam as she spoke of them with love and concern, her broken memory painting a picture of happier times and familiar faces. I wish I could have known her back then.

I thank God for May. She taught me way more than any professor or theologian ever has or could. It’s people like her, people the world tells us we should throw away, who show us the very heart of God. •

Things I Have Learned

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

by Bill Ward

The Ghost in the Sander

Today’s Wisdom: Memory is a way of holding on to the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose.

~Kevin Arnold

The other day I had a project fixing some water damage in my bathroom vanity. Needing to do some serious sanding, I got my old vibrating sander out. When I say “old,” I mean old. My father operated a cabinet shop when I was a kid, and that sander sat on his workbench for years, always handy for some quick touch-up work. When he passed, I ended up with quite a few of his tools.

As I worked on my project, an odd thing happened. Each time I picked up that sander, a vision of my father passed through my brain. I don’t know if Dad’s spirit was attached to his sander, but my memory of him sure was. It was almost like he was in the room with me as I worked. Add in the smell of the sawdust, the same smell that overwhelmed

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 .

his cabinet shop, and it became a pretty powerful experience.

I also ended up many years ago with many of my grandfather’s tools. Memories of my grandfather flash when I grab one of his old wrenches.

I suspect I am not alone in this experience. People connect with powerful memories in the things they associate with. I recently drove past the house of my childhood. The memories that flashed through were almost like a movie in veryfast forward. They were all good.

One of the things I have learned is that places, smells, vehicles, photos, dates, and even tools evoke memories. What are some of the things that stimulate good memories for you? I know the

opposite can also happen, so I only ask that you raise the good ones. Ask your family members around the table sometime. I bet you get some interesting conversations.

In our basement are at least two storage bins full of photo albums of our family life, mostly from when the kids were little. We don’t get

them out much anymore, but when I am older and grayer than I am now, I hope someone brings them when they come to visit. It is fun to re-experience the good stuff. They can also bring me a can of sawdust so I can take a deep whiff and go visit Dad for a while.

I’m just sayin’. •

Baby Giraffe Gets a Name - Zoo

Asks Public’s Help to Name Another

Last year, the Gladys Porter Zoo was over the moon to welcome two giraffe calves to the herd. One calf was born to Rocket February 23, and the other calf was born to Ann September 12.

The Zoo is excited to finally announce that the female giraffe born to Ann has officially received a name. The naming rights for the female calf were auctioned off at the Zoo’s annual fundraiser, Zoofari. The winning bid went to Suzanne Shepard, former Valley Zoological Society Board president and author of the book Rocket the Space Giraffe, which was listed as the #1 Bestseller on Amazon in Children’s Zoo books.

“I am very excited that I had the winning bid at Zoofari and am able to name the Zoo’s baby giraffe, who is also Rocket’s little sister. I have decided to name her Luna, and I chose the name for two reasons. First, my niece who loves giraffes is named Luna. Second, in the book Rocket the Space Giraffe, Rocket dreams of going to the moon, so I want to name her after the moon,” said Suzanne Shepard.

Luna is currently the youngest giraffe at the Zoo, and as Shepard mentioned,

she is the younger sister of Rocket, a prominent member of the herd. Last February, Rocket became a mother for the first time; she gave birth to a male calf. As his first birthday approaches, Zoo staff is asking the public to help select an official name for this adorable, active giraffe.

“He is thriving and doing well. This juvenile giraffe is very playful and loves to get into everything. He loves to squish boxes, chase ducks, and drink out of the water hose, just like some of us did as kids,” said Vivian Padilla, zookeeper at the Gladys Porter Zoo.

Six names have already been chosen by staff, and the Zoo is asking the community to vote for its favorite name.

Voting opened on the Zoo’s website February 15 and will remain open through February 22. The winning name will be announced via the Zoo’s social media platforms on the calf’s birthday, February 23.

The Zoo greatly values the public’s input and appreciates the community’s involvement when it comes to naming some of the Zoo’s most popular animals. It’s the Zoo’s way of expressing gratitude for the community’s continued support. •

Experience Main Street Kingsville at Night During Upcoming Evening Wine Walks

T he Kingsville Monthly Wine Walk series will continue in the city’s Historic Downtown District with a pair of nighttime events aimed at inviting visitors and locals to experience small-town charm and Texas-sized pride with a little bit of wine!

“We first began Wine Walks in 2020 as evening events,” said Janine Reyes, director of tourism. “They were wildly successful, and we are so very excited to bring them back as an evening experience once again.”

Wine Walks later returned as a daytime event and are returning to evenings due to popular demand. The February 25 and March 25 event series will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. and include live music and entertainment, special sales, and freebees and give guests many opportunities to win hundreds of dollars in prizes.

When wine walkers check in at our 1904 Train Depot, volunteers will capture a group photo, issue guests your keepsake wine glass or beer mug, and hand visitors your

keepsake passport, which takes shoppers on a self-guided journey through more than 30 stop shops. At these shops, wine walkers

collect unique stamps and sample your pick of wine or beer along the route. There are more than 14 varieties of wine to wet your pallet with, including sweet options, dry options, and both red and white wines. Several craft beer varieties, along with domestic choices, will be available, and non-alcoholic passports will feature a series of mocktails. Come early and snag a free charcuterie bag, available while supplies last. The Kingsville Coffee Cup will distribute samples of coffee from all over the world, and Eve’s Heavenly Delights has a spread of desserts like no other.

Visitors who want to extend your stay in Kingsville can book a Wine Walk VIP experience. A handful of Kingsville hotels offer this great girls’ getaway or romantic escape option that comes complete with a pair of passports in the room at check-in, a special flower arrangement, a bottle of wine or a mimosa kit, and some exclusive Kingsville gifts! Hot-tub rooms are also an option with this experience.

Call the Kingsville Visitors Center at 361-592-8516 for participating properties and booking assistance.

Passports are not needed to attend the Wine Walk, but they are required for beer, wine, or mocktail sampling. Purchase your passport in advance at KingsvilleTexas. com to save $5. Visitors who have attended September or October Wine Walks can bring your Texas Community Federal Credit Union glass with you for an additional $5 off. Passports come filled with special savings and coupons. Proceeds for this event benefit the Kleberg County Adult Literacy Council.

Check-ins start at the 1904 Historic Train Depot at 3 p.m., and sipping takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. Come early to browse the Kingsville Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to noon or book a tour at the world-famous King Ranch ahead of your Wine Walk evening escape.

Get all the details at KingsvilleTexas.com. •

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Chicken Enchiladas with Spinach Sauce (Serves 8-12)

Junior League of McAllen, Inc.

2 dozen corn tortillas

1 medium onion, chopped

1 – 1½ cups vegetable oil

1 (3-4 lb.) chicken, boiled, skinned, boned, and shredded

3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Lightly grease two 13 x 9 baking pans. Dip tortillas, one at a time, in very hot oil, just long enough to slightly darken and soften. Generously spread a one-inch central strip of each tortilla with shredded cheese, chopped onion, and shredded chicken. Roll up, using toothpicks to secure, if necessary. Place seam side down, side by side in baking dishes. Try to leave at least ½-inch clearance between enchiladas and the sides of the pan; do not pack the enchiladas too tightly. This will allow room for plenty of sauce to coat and penetrate the enchiladas. Cover generously with spinach sauce.

Creamy Spinach Sauce

1 (10 oz.) box frozen chopped spinach

2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies, undrained

1½ cups water

¼ teaspoon salt

2 (10½ oz.) cans condensed cream of chicken soup

1 pint sour cream

1½ cups shredded cheese (same type as in enchiladas)

3-4 green onions, minced

Cook spinach in a large saucepan with water. Add condensed soup, green onions, chilies, and salt. Stir with a large whisk or put in a food processor to blend smoothly. After mixture simmers, remove from heat; add sour cream. Mix well. Pour over enchiladas. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Remove toothpicks before serving or storing.

This is the perfect do-ahead recipe, since flavor is enhanced with time! Just bake, refrigerate, and reheat before serving.

Sandy Shares a Favorite Recipe From Kansas

By Sandy Olson

Do you ever have to feed a crowd, like being a football mom who makes food for the team of hungry players who will each eat three of these? Sloppy Joes are a favorite with most people, and this is a good basic, easy recipe. You can spice it up or adjust the onions according to your tastes. Also, the recipe can easily be halved for fewer sandwiches or in case you are feeding a girls’ team.

Sloppy Joes for EightDozen Sandwiches

15 pounds lean ground beef (OR half beef, half pork)

6 medium yellow onions, peeled and diced

1 gallon ketchup (feel free to use generic brand)

¾ cup Worcestershire sauce

½ cup packed dark brown sugar

½ cup prepared yellow mustard

¼ cup white vinegar

1 tablespoon chili powder (or more, to taste; or some cayenne, if you like them spicy)

96 hamburger buns, split Sliced dill pickles, if desired

I n two large soup kettles, over medium heat, cook and stir the meat and onions together until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off any extra grease using a large strainer. Stir in the remaining ingredients, except the buns and pickles, mixing well. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 2 hours to allow the flavors to blend. Stir occasionally to avoid burning on the bottom. Spoon about 2/3 cup of this mixture onto each bun, and top with a dill pickle slice, if desired.

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. •

Spotted in the RGV

South Padre Island

By Eryn Reddell Wingert

This colorful mural adorns the south and east walls of the South Padre Island Community Center, 4501

Padre Boulevard. It depicts the city logo, local wildlife, surf and paddle boards, and palm trees--all symbols of the Island’s lifestyle. •

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

WEEK OF February 22 - March 1, 2023

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 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.

Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM

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

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

2 Hour River Tour 10:30 AM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. (956)

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. •

581-4477. $22.00 pp, CASH ONLY.

Conference Speaker: Steve Wong

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) 5652638.

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

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

Lunch & Jam Session 12:00 PM Bit-

O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 3962786.

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

Country Music Jam 01:00 PM Heritage

Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, Mission. Free admission. (815) 222-7464.

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.

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

Jewelry Sale to Benefit HCISD 01:00

PM Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. Library. (956) 4256881.

Acoustic Jam Session 01:30 PM

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

Happy Hour w/Night Ryders 03:00

PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. Pass the hat. (956) 783-4587.

MISSION BELL

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00

PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-8412.

Karaoke w/Andrew Mackenzie 03:00

PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501

S Airport Dr, Weslaco. (956) 405-4350.

Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:30 PM

Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-7011.

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.

Custom Canines Fundraiser 04:30

PM Breeze Lake RV Campground, 1710 N Vermillion Ave, Brownsville. Free admission. (573) 286-5871.

Rib Fest 04:30 PM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. $17.50 single/$35.00 couple. (956) 529-1878.

TRAD E WINDS

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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: Steve Wong 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference

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

Dance w/Bruce Boudreau 07:00 PM Palm Valley RV Park, 422 S Val Verde, Donna. $9.00 pp. (605) 391-6709.

Dance w/Rewind 07:00 PM Llano

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

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (956) 7835008.

Dance w/The Lockhart’s 07:00 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.

Encore Series: Turn the Page 07:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace

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

Jamie Layton 07:00 PM McAllen

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

Jason Whorlow 07:00 PM W & I Resort, 206 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 585-6594.

Kai Kamaka 07:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 968-5760.

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.

Spittin’ Image 07:00 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E Bus 83, San Juan. $8.00 pp. (402) 290-9160.

The Chamberlin’s 07:00 PM

CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (98) 916-0541.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 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.

Biscuits & Gravy 07:30 AM Lamplighter

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

Craft Show & Sale 08:00 AM Ranchero

Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 968-6223.

Port of Brownsville Tour 09:00 AM

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

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.

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.

Quilt Show 10:00 AM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. (956) 782-3263.

Conference Speaker: Steve Wong

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

Mission Bell Country Jam Lunch

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

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

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) 581-1033.

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

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Jam Session 01:00 PM Dixieland

Mobile Home Park, 1325 Dixieland Dr, Harlingen. Free admission. (815) 4408497.

Ladies’ Teas & Luncheon 02:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 7872024.

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: Turn the Page 03:00

PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Prices Vary. (956) 405-4350.

Orlando Jones 03:00 PM UTRGV

Albert L Jeffers, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. Free admission. (956) 6653888.

His & Her Country Variety Band 03:30 PM The Tipsy Monkey, 3700 E Exp 83, Weslaco. Free admission. (641) 751-263.

Dinner-Hamburger Steak & Gravy

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.

Happy Hour w/The Lockhart’s 05:00

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

Doc Talk w/Dr. Charles Mild 05:30

PM Harlingen Medical Center, 5501 S Exp 77, Harlingen. RSVP (956) 8327353.

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) 7920204.

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

Jazz Band 06:30 PM Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. Pass the hat. (956) 423-1170.

Prayer & Praise 07:00 PM Bibleville

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

Conference Speaker: Steve Wong 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference

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

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM

Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 9685760.

Dance w/Redneck Revival 07:00 PM

Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (918) 527-2655.

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

Encore Series: Turn the Page 07:00

PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Prices Vary. (956) 405-4350.

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

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

Justin Terry 07:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $8A/$10D. (956) 423-5484.

Senior Ambassadors 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission.

$6.00 pp. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 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.

SPI Market Days 09:00 AM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, SPI. $1.00 pp. (956) 3455022.

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.

Craft Show 10:00 AM Golden Grove RV Park, 2545 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (816) 905-4734.

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

Friday Luncheon 11:00 AM Green Gate Grove, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. Prices vary. (956) 782-7886.

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.

Ladies Luncheon-Bows to Boots 12:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen,

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100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081.

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) 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.

Rock N’ Roll Jam 01:00 PM Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-1521.

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/Helen Russell & Company 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.

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.

Tradewinds Country Jam 06:00 PM

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

Darlene And The Boys 06:00 PM

Fiesta Village, 503 FM 495, Alamo. (956) 787-2117.

Leslie Blasing 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/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Fun

N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $8.00 pp. (956) 399-5125.

Conference Speaker: Steve Wong

07:00 PM Bibleville Conference

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

Dance w/Curt James 07:00 PM Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission.

$8.00 pp. (956) 519-8650.

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM

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

Dance w/Julia Lane Cooper 07:00

PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83 Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (956) 412-0375.

Dance w/Justin Terry 07:00 PM

Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S. Airport Road Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 969-1557.

Dance w/Retro Rockers 07:00 PM

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

Dance w/Rewind 07:00 PM Bit-OHeaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (603) 3962786.

Dance w/Rick McEwen 07:00 PM

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

Dance w/Ron Moshier 07:00 PM Tip

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

Dance w/South Texas Ramblers

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

Dance w/Steven May 07:00 PM Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-2605.

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

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers

07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $12.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

Dave Perryman & The Country Revue

07:00 PM Quiet Village II, 215 S Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (515) 2900011.

Harlingen Art Night 07:00 PM Harlingen CVB, Downtown Harlingen, Jackson Street. (956) 216-4910.

Hector Rodriguez, Guitar 07:00 PM UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. Free admission. (956) 6653881.

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

Neil Diamond Tribute Show 07:00 PM

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Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $30.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

Roger Wayne Illusions 07:00 PM

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

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

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 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.

Alamo Chamber Scholarship Golf Tournament 07:00 AM Alamo Chamber of Commerce, 304 N Cesar Chavez, Alamo. (956) 787-2117.

Morning Breakfast 07:30 AM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (918) 527-2655.

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

Saturday Breakfast 08:00 AM Alamo

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

Saturday Morning Breakfast 08:00

AM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $6.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

Car & Craft Show 08:00 AM Lakewood

RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. (956) 423-1170.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Trophy Gardens

RV Resort, 800 State Hwy. 495 Alamo

Park Wide Garage Sale 08:00 AM

Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Quilters Sew & Tell Show 08:00 AM

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

Royal Palms Flea Market 08:00 AM

Royal Palms RV Park, 341 E Duranta Ave, Alamo. (403) 704-5391.

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.

SPI Market Days 09:00 AM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, SPI. $1.00 pp. (956) 3455022.

Craft Sale 09:00 AM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. Free admission. (956) 399-5800.

Quilt Art Show 09:00 AM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. (956) 7877839.

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.

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

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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.

Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam 01:00 PM

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

Live Music w/Jolly Huntsman 01:00

PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. (956) 581-1033.

Quilt Show 01:00 PM Tropic Star RV

Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $2.00 pp. (956) 787-5773.

Concert: Bibleville Glory Band 02:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 7872024.

World Languages Festival 02:00 PM McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 6813000.

Harlingen Farmers Market 03:00 PM

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

Kingsville Main Street Wine Walk 05:00 PM City of Kingsville, Main Street, Kingsville. Cost for Admission. (361) 592-8516.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM

Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. Blue Wolf 07:00 PM Lemon Tree Estates, 1510 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $7.00 pp. (419) 733-6384.

Concert: Bibleville Glory Band 07:00 PM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 7872024.

Dance w/Brothers Three 07:00 PM Weslaco Elks Lodge, 201 S Border Ave, Weslaco. (956) 968-7115.

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Dance w/Helen Russell & Company

07:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. $9.00 pp. (956) 968-8412.

Dance w/Justin Terry 07:00 PM

Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp. (405) 3170655.

Dance w/Night Howlers 07:00 PM

Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Dance w/Retro Rockers 07:00 PM

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

Dance w/Rewind 07:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 9680322.

Dance w/Smokin’ Gun 07:00 PM

Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 580-4477.

Dance w/South Texas Ramblers

07:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 279-1990.

Dance w/Southern Vibes 07:00 PM

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

Dance w/The Agency 07:00 PM

Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy

83, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

Dance w/The Chamberlin’s & Southern Express 07:00 PM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission.

$8.00 pp. (956) 529-1878.

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers 07:00 PM

Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $10.00 pp. (660) 924-1470.

Dance w/The Howlers 07:00 PM

Seven Oaks Resort, 801 S Inspiration Rd, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 5810068.

Dance w/The Lockhart’s 07:00 PM

Golf View Estates, 7424 Couples Cir, Mission. $9.00 pp. (573) 873-5545.

Dance w/Time Machine 07:00 PM

Winter Green Estates, 500 N Bryan Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (712) 250-2801.

Dance w/Vintage 07:00 PM El Valle

Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission.

$7.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

Encore Series: Turn The Page 07:00

PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. Prices varies. (956) 399-5800.

J. Michael Laferty 07:00 PM Orange Grove RV Park, 5005 E State Hwy 107, Edinburg. (956) 383-7931.

Jamie Layton 07:00 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview.

$9.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.

Jason Whorlow 07:00 PM Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-8135.

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

Roger Wayne Illusions & Comedy

Show 07:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $10A/$12D. (956) 423-5484. Sock Hop w/Southern Harmony

07:00 PM Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 580-4545.

Steven May & The Southern Knights

07:00 PM Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 581-1871.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Weslaco Elks Fried Chicken 10:00 AM Weslaco Elks Lodge, 201 S Border Ave, Weslaco. $13.00 pp. (956) 9687115.

SPI Market Days 10:00 AM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, SPI. $1.00 pp. (956) 3455022.

South Padre Island Farmers Market

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

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.

Gospel Jam w/Dave Perryman 01:00 PM Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 5857630.

Quilt Show 01:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. (956) 638-3158.

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

William Florian 03:00 PM Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 782-7886.

Tiny Hill and his Orchestra 03:15 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E. Sioux Rd, Pharr. Donation. (956) 787-6461.

Lasagna & Salad 04:00 PM

Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 7502308.

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

Quilt Show

DANCES

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

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

Festus Lives On 06:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus Hwy 83, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (618) 973-3595.

Sunday Movie Night 06:30 PM

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

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

PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612.

Jason Whorlow 06:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (956) 787-7839.

Dance w/South Texas Ramblers

07:00 PM W & I Resort, 206 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 5856594.

Encore Series: Turn The Page 07:00

PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Prices varies. (956) 7823263.

Justin Terry 07:00 PM Green Gate Grove, 2135 E Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 5408463.

Men & Women of A-Chord 07:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Rick McEwen 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Rusty Rierson 07:00 PM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. $9.00 pp. (956) 797-1851.

Simon & Garfunkel Tribuite Show

07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $30.00 pp. (956)

565-2638

Spittin’ Image 07:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $9.00 pp. (956) 685-5300.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado

Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Restful Valley

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

Dance-A-Thon for Cinderella Pet Rescue 09:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

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

Wisconsin Reunion! 11:00 AM Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N 2nd St, McAllen. (920) 418-5936.

Rock & Roll Jam Lunch 11:30 AM

Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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.

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

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

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.

Aim High Karaoke 02:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 782-3263.

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

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

Chicken a la King Dinner 04:00 PM

Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419 ) 6069501.

Happy Hour w/Kenny Ray Horton 04:00 PM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. (956) 529-1878.

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.

Happy Hour w/Curt James 05:00 PM

Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 5652638.

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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.

Dance w/The Bottom Line 07:00 PM

Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (319) 431-7632.

Dance w/Regan James 07:00 PM

Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (918) 527-2655.

Justin Terry 07:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 464-3324.

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

UTRGV Wind Orchestra & Symphonic Winds 07:00 PM UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr. Edinburg. $5.00 pp. (956) 665-3881.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023

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.

Craft Sale 08:00 AM Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. Free admission. (507) 351-5246.

TOPS Take Off Pounds Sensibly

08:30 AM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. (956) 5198597.

Brownsville Historical Museum & Bus Tour 08:30 AM , Tours and presentations throughout the day Taco Fiesta lunch included!

Port of Brownsville Tour 09:00 AM

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

Blood Drive 09:00 AM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (918) 527-2655.

Women’s Bible Study & Prayer 09:30

AM Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346

N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 7872024.

Round Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 7835008.

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.

Tuesday Hamburgers 11:00 AM

Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway, Mission. (956) 585-9093.

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

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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

Country 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 Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway, Mission. Jammers welcome. (956) 585-9093.

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

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

Old Time Variety Dance w/Jim Vollmer & Tom Retka 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.

PH III-IV RD Dance Workshop 02:00

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

Happy Hour w/Steven May 03:00

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

Afternoon Dance w/Rusty Rierson

03:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Pass the hat. (956) 787-5773.

Happy Hour w/Curt James 03:00 PM Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. Pass the hat. (956) 783-2605

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

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

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

DANCE JAM

SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Country Jam 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. Invitation Only Jammers (956) 583-5008.

Dance w/Justin Terry 07:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

Hippies & Harley’s w/Southern Harmony 07:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 240-1054.

Lindley Creek 07:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N. FM 492 Palmview. (956) 581-6718.

St. Jude Benefit w/Git’ R Done 07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N. Victoria Road, Donna Donations (956) 782-3263

The Howlers 07:00 PM Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S Texas Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 adv/$10.00 door. (956) 9685051.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2023

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.

Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM

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

Improvers Line Dance 10:00 AM Casa

Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

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

Two Harbors/Silver Bay MN Area Reunion 11:00 AM Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N 2nd St, McAllen. (218) 8301588.

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) 5652638.

Mission Bell Hamburger Fry 11:30

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

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

Lunch & Jam Session 12:00 PM Bit-OHeaven 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.

Country Music Jam 01:00 PM Heritage

SESSIONS MEALS

Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, Mission. Free admission. (815) 2227464.

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.

Show Tell Sale Craft Show 01:00 PM

Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Road Álamo $2 entrance (956) 787-2024

Happy Hour w/Carlos Canas 03:00

PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-8412.

Happy Hour w/Curt James 03:00 PM

Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. (956) 783-4587.

Happy Hour w/Larry’s Little Brothers

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

Happy Hour w/The Real Beal’s 03:30

PM Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 W, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 376-3798.

Pancake, Sausage Gravy & Biscuit

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

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

connecting you to better savings

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 7876461.

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

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.

Bill Ward & The Night Ryders 07:00 PM CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (98) 916-0541.

Dance Party w/The Fabulous Cruisers-Grease 07:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $13.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Dave Perryman 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-5008.

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

Kenny Ray Horton 07:00 PM Palm Valley RV Park, 422 S Val Verde, Donna. $10.00 pp. (605) 391-6709.

Kieran Hunter 07:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-5760. Redneck Revival 07:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 682-8081.

CLASSIFIED SECTION

February 22, 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. •

BUILDING LOT

River Bend Resort & Golf Club, Brownsville 9 Kansas River Dr 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. $21,900 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

CARS

2003 Buick For Sale 2003 four-door Buick. Stored seven months out of the year. Great condition body and tires, leather interior. Asking $2,900 (918) 232-5484 and (816) 617-7999.

FIFTH WHEELS

Casa Del Valle RV Resort, Alamo 1048 N. Alamo Rd., #524 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. $9,500 Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

2015 Big Country 5th Eheel 36 ft, Model 3450TF. Never on Highway, Alamo Rose RV Park, call/text Mike (414) 3505771, leave message.

HOMES FOR SALE

Home for Sale Palm Shadows RV Park, Donna. One bedroom 1-1/2 bath. Large

kitchen, garage or rec room. 2 car off street parking. Park has lounge. Asking $10,500 (918)232-5484 (816)617-7999.

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. $69,900 Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Retama Village, Mission 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. $264,500 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 9008487

Retama Village, Mission 3702 Heron Way 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. $199,000 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Restful Valley Ranch, Mission 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. $59,000 Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195

Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission 1808 Jefferson 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. $67,900 Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 2713682

Retama Village, Mission New Listing 2201 Robin You’ll love the outdoor kitchen, entertaining space and landscaped backyard this home offers. Enjoy the greenspace behind and to your side which adds a sense of spaciousness and privacy. This casita has all the extras added -- pergola, storage shed and gu $233,000 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

MANUFACTURED HOME

Casa Del Valle RV Resort, Alamo 1048 N. Alamo Rd., #23 1/1 mobile home features open floorplan and is fully furnished and movein ready. Washer & dryer included, an additional 8 x 10 shed for storage, covered carport, big backyard. Motivated Seller $14,500 Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission New Listing 1905 Johnson St. Looking for a fully furnished home to call your own? Then stop by and look at this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, located in Enchanted Valley Ranch a 55+ gated community. $72,000 Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 2713682

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. $22,000 Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 4346112

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! $15,900 Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

MISCELLANEOUS/OTHER

Golf Carts For Sale Call: 956-5803370

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.

Puppies For Sale Miniature Schnauzer Tails docked and dew claw’s removed. All puppy shots and rabies and bordetella. Crate and paper trained. Should mature at about 15lbs. $500. Located in Alamo TX (828) 747-9123.

PU Camper For Sale 11-1/2’ Alpenlite Solar TV Micro. Must have 8’ Truckbed $7,750.00. Victor Cutting torch w/cart and tank $475.00. Polished aluminum full-size crossbox tool box, $195.00. Jobox 48” on wheels, $325.00

MOBILE HOMES

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE FOR SALE

2001, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, fully furnished 16x60 mobile home. Located in McAllen Mobile Park. $36,500. Pad rent $400 monthly. Included large covered deck and shed. 636-239-6009

14x70 Mobile Home For Sale 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Furnished, major appliances, all electric, screened in porch, storage shed. Endless activities, pool. Own your own lot. La Hacienda Estates, Alamo. Low yearly fees. $76,000, 612-209-2627.

MOTOR HOMES

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

Sunshine Country Club Estates Harlingen For Sale, 2018 Coachmen Freelander 21RS, 16,500 miles w/ Ford 350. 1 slide-out, like new condition. Located in Harlingen. Call 918-991-8175 for additional information. $45,000.

PARK MODELS FOR SALE

McAllen Mobile Park, McAllen 4900 N McColl, #582 This 320 square foot 2007 Park Trailer is the PERFECT 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 s $17,500 Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

McAllen Mobile Park, McAllen 4900 N. McColl, #220 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 $21,900 Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 4346112

Pleasant Valley Ranch, Mission New Listing 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 $34,900 Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 2713682

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-Mission 3501

N. Bentsen Palm Dr. #174. Room 10x36, 36x81/2 PM, 2-tipouts, corner lot, 1bedroom, 1-1/2 baths, 2-carports, double-shed, metal-roof. Laundry room, pool, hottubs, 2-patio’s, furnished. 479-7952336, 479-903-3508. $17,000. Updated, 695sqft.

PATIO/CRAFT SALES

ALL PARK PATIO SALE Orangewood

Estates Patio Sale. Feb. 25, 8:00 am - Noon. Crafts, tools and other treasures you cannot do without! One block south of Ridge Rd, off S. Stewart Rd. 262-716-6983.

RV LOTS

Retama Village, Mission 3801

Mallard 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. $79,900 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Retama Village, Mission 3812 Pelican Way 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. $79,900 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Retama Village, Mission 3904 Mallard 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 $62,900 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Retama Village, Mission New Listing 3713 Mallard You’ll 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 bathroo $84,900 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 9008487

Retama Village, Mission New Listing 3903 Lark $64,900 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 9008487

SERVICES

GOLF CART REPAIR CALL: 956-5803370

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 641-203-7050. If no answer leave message or text.Work on 5th wheels Travel Trailers and motorhomes.

WANTED

Need Rental Unit Looking for a rental unit in the Mission area for February 17 thru March 29. Call (956) 2799141

We Will Buy Your Home Looking to buy Park Models or smaller manufactured homes that can be moved, call us today at Circle T for more information (956) 585-5381.

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