Volume 8: Issue 22: March 15, 2023

VOLUME 8 • ISSUE 22 • March 15, 2023

How is it possible that the season is coming to a close? It seems like just yesterday we were anxiously awaiting your return! This season has blessed us with so many new faces--those who took the long way via Florida or Arizona. The old saying is true: Doesn’t matter how you got here, as long as you’ll come back!

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.

While this may be our last newspaper of the season, that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! We stay active with our Converted Texans throughout the summer, kicking off the off-season with our Converted Texan Corral April 13. Our Summer Supper Club will begin in May, and we have several tours and field trips planned for those who like to stay on the go. Planning for next season has already begun, so we’ll be ready for you in the fall with new ideas, events, and excursions! From all of us at Welcome Home RGV, we wish you the safest of travels, a wonderful summer, and a quick return. For those of you who aren’t going anywhere, get ready for an exciting summer!

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!

John and Joyce Crose

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.

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 just connecting the dots. • Kristi

Safe travels, Y’all! •

We’re just connecting the dots, Kristi

THANK YOU TO OUR 2022-2023

Win Winter Texan of the Year

our Winter Texans have in our community every year.”

I n February, Welcome Home RGV put a call out for Winter Texan of the Year nominations. The award was created, says owner Kristi Collier, “To recognize the impact

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The criteria: a person or couple who epitomizes what it means to be a Winter Texan by supporting their community, inspiring others, or living South Texas life to the fullest.

t 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

Nominations came in from RV parks and resorts across the Rio Grande Valley, including Casa del Valley, Leisure Valley Ranch, Park

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FROM KRISTI

Story and photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert

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Center RV Park, Pharr South, FunN-Sun, Alamo Palms, Greengage Grove, Sunshine Estates, Llano Grande, Trophy Gardens, Tropic Winds, Adobe Wells, and Victoria Palms.

The entries touted selfless acts of volunteerism, fundraising, and entertaining--numerous wonderful examples of Winter Texans making life a little better for others.

At Victoria Palms RV Resort in Donna, a small campaign began to take hold to nominate one couple in particular--John and Joyce Crose.

The Croses founded the “Padeux Social Club,” a group dedicated to having fun with a purpose.

“Everything we do is geared towards kids,” says John.

Four years ago, they began raising funds to send local children to summer camp. They expanded support to local individuals and

families in need, including a woman and child escaping a domestic violence situation, a Donna police investigator whose family lost their house to a fire, and a single mother struggling to provide for her children.

“The kindness of the great people in the RGV is why we love it here,” said Tom Hiles, one of the Victoria Palms residents who nominated the Croses, “John and Joyce Crose of the Padeux Social Club are a perfect example.”

The Croses were announced as the winners of the first Winter Texan of the Year award March 1. They were presented with a certificate, flowers, and goodie bags filled with Winter Texan gear, including thermal cups embossed with “Winter Texan of the Year.”

In addition to the recognition, the couple won tickets to

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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.

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Upon accepting, the Croses humbly thanked the residents of Victoria Palms for their support. “We couldn’t do any of it without our friends,” Joyce said after the presentation, as people lined up to offer congratulations.

The following Saturday, the Croses were back at it, serving up pastalaya to over a hundred ticketholders, hosting games like Drinko and enjoying a poolside performance by CanAm.

This season, the Croses hosted four events, with another planned for late March. In total, this year, John estimates they’ve raised over $5,000. “We’re going to continue having fun helping people.” •

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Sleep in Singular Style at These Oklahoma Getaways

From birdhouse cottages to Atomic-Age motels, there’s no shortage of fun overnight stays

T ravelers wanting to break away from the standard hotel experience will find unique places to hit the pillow across Oklahoma.

Only a 10-minute departure from Interstate 35 in Oklahoma’s southcentral region, Lake Murray State Park near Ardmore provides a couple of unconventional lodging options. Three tiny cabins situated along the lake’s shore offer stunning views and cozy, private settings, with vacationfriendly features like spacious kitchens and large porches. Just north of the the park’s sleek, modern lodge, visitors also will find the Lake Murray Floating Cabins, where you can travel from the sofa to the water’s edge in just a few steps.

In the picturesque southwestern town of Medicine Park, travelers’ dreams take flight at the Birdhouse Cottages. Built to resemble--you guessed it--human-sized birdhouses, each of these three colorfully appointed abodes overlooks Bath Lake and the surrounding Wichita Mountains. Their central downtown location also means shopping and restaurants are within easy walking distance. But for those

who want to work up a sweat, the trails in the adjacent Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge offer some of the region’s most scenic mountain biking and hiking.

Mother Road enthusiasts will find a retro-glam stopover at the Classen Inn in Oklahoma City. Here, motelstyle digs get an elevated makeover, with hip, comfortable rooms and an

on-site superette that stocks snacks, beer, wine, and other goodies. Route 66 road trippers in Tulsa will want to check out Buck’s Cosmic Crash Pad. Located behind Buck Atom’s Comic Curios--a must-stop gift shop--and the 21-foot space-cowboy muffler man it’s named for, this threebedroom bungalow accommodates travelers in a “living gallery” of comforting kitsch, where much of the art on display can be purchased. Within the rolling plains of Osage County, downtown Pawhuska is a popular destination. The Frontier Hotel gives visitors a front-row starting point to the area’s Tallgrass Prairie and internationally acclaimed Pioneer Woman attractions, which include a mercantile, pizza parlor, lodging, and ranch tours. Built in 1912, the Frontier is a triangle-shaped building in the center of town that originally housed business offices and retail stores. Just a few years ago, this historic landmark was resurrected with 20 Art-Decoinspired luxury guest rooms. To learn more about Oklahoma and to order free travel guides, visit TravelOK.com. •

Birdhouse Cottages

Y’all are A-ma-zing!

At The Lamb’s Loom, we are so grateful for all of our Winter Texan friends who come visit every season! You volunteer here during the “winter” and work up handmade items for our Donation Chest yearround! Whether you bring them here with you the next season or mail them during the year, we know they all go to bless and encourage another person. For those who give financially, thank you so much for your support. To all of our new friends who found us this year, what a blessing to meet you all! We look forward to seeing y’all next year.

To everyone who gave this year, a very special thank you from all of the mission groups we work with. In 2022, over 5,600 items were sent out across the world. Twentyfour groups were served in 2022-from South Texas to groups in several states across Mexico, many groups here in the U.S., and four local breast cancer clinics. We are blessed to hear stories of encouragement given to someone in the form of a shawl, of comfort to a family with warm hats, and of joy for a sweet child gifted with a new, handmade doll. It’s all God, passing out love and hugs in every stitch!

As this season winds down for all of you, we wish you safe travels home. It has been wonderful to see so many of you this year and to share a little sit-n-knit time together. We hope you know how much you are appreciated by so many people here in South Texas. It is a better place because of how

much you pour of yourselves into this little corner of the world. Your volunteering, in so many ways, is just a-ma-zing! Plus, we all know that when you drive south, you are the ones pulling a few cool breezes our way. Otherwise, we would stay at 100 degrees forever!

We love hearing from you, and there are lots of ways to stay in

Jean Cline

Earns Best of Show Second

Year in a Row

by Louise Baker

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ean Cline, a Winter Tropic Star Resort resident from Illinois and an avid quilter, was recently honored with Best of Show for her creative quilt exhibited at the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Show. Jean also received 1st place on a large wall hanging she created.

The wining quilt was enhanced with vintage crocheted items and embroidered sayings. The show was held on Padre Island February 17 and 18. Jean also won the Best of Show award last year. She began quilting seriously about 10 years ago after purchasing a used embroidery machine. •

touch until next season. You can join us on our website at thelambsloom. com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. And there will be lots of fun articles right here in Welcome Home Winter Texan beginning again in October. We will keep you updated on our website with how the Donation Chest is growing, how are classes

are going, and with yarn-fun tidbits. Look for postings throughout the summer about what’s coming in and any special requests we may receive. Also, a few have asked if they can mail in any donated items over the summer. The answer is YES, PLEASE! We send things out all year long, so feel free to jump in any time. Until we see y’all next year, may your stitches be straight and your knots be few!

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Seeing Red for the Right Reason on the La Floresta Golf Course

by Arleen Bier, La Floresta RV Park

It was donuts and golf on Valentine’s Day and lots of red on the golf course. The wind whips across the golf course as residents of La Floresta tee off! Today we are playing a Mixed Scramble: Best Ball. With such strong winds, the ball either flies over the green or stops short, depending on the direction of the wind and the hole the golfer is on. No hole-in-one happened on this day, but our golfers got a few birdies.

Don Tufnell and Marilyn Walters won the Scramble. •

Ginger Seurkamp makes a birdie while Wilf Trudeau looks on

2023: Celebrations

Annual Flower Show in Harlingen March 25-26

2023: Celebrations is the theme of the annual Harlingen Flower Show Saturday and Sunday, March 25 and 26, 1:00 -4:30 p.m., at the Harlingen Cultural Arts Center. It is sponsored by Harnito Garden Club, Texas Garden Clubs, Inc.

Floral designs and artistic crafts-using live plants and objects from nature created by garden club members--will be showcased. Horticulture grown by club members will be on display in the Center’s large gallery. The largest known display of labeled blooming native specimens from Deep South Texas will also be exhibited.

Easy-to-grow houseplants will be on sale at good prices, along with native plants from Harlingen native nurseryman Mike Heep. Local gardenclub experts and knowledgeable nativeplant volunteers will be available to talk about the plants, give pointers for growing them, and answer questions. Learn about the marvelous plants

that can be grown in Deep South Texas and participate in our annual raffle of plants, garden aids, and artistic floral artwork.

The public is invited and welcome. Admission is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted. Harlingen Cultural Arts Center is at 576 ’76 Drive, next door to the Harlingen Public Library. Face masks are optional. Please contact Christina Mild at 956-454-7869 or by e-mail at mild.christina@gmail.com with questions. •

A Day Packed with History Tours by Welcome Home - Historic Brownsville

T ours by Welcome Home hosted its first tour of Historic Brownsville in February. The day’s adventures included stops at the Heritage Museum, the Stillman House, the Costumes of the Americas Museum, the Historic Brownsville Museum,

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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.

and the Brownsville City Cemetery. Motorcoach transportation from two pick-up locations, Mission and Harlingen, and a fiesta taco lunch were provided. A special ‘thank you’ to Thurmond Eye Associates for supporting the fun. If your group or park would like to take a tour, call 956-687-5115. •

Photo provided by Christina Mild

Story and photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert

Honoring Customs and Border Protection Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr.

In the February 22 issue of Welcome Home Winter Texan, we shared a story about the residents of Chimney Park RV Resort and the close relationship they have forged over the years with the men and women of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. CBP launches their patrol boats at the Resort’s riverside location and station agents there; Chimney Park residents sincerely appreciate their presence and their protection.

That February story centered upon Raul H. Gonzalez Jr., a young CBP agent who gave his life in December when the 4-wheeler he was driving-while on patrol--hit an unlit fence.

Jose Rosa, a retired law enforcement officer, and his wife, Lisa, moved from Florida to Chimney Park three years ago to be near their daughter, Shae Marie, a boat captain for CBP. A few weeks after Agent Gonzalez’ passing, Jose saw a small white cross marking the spot where

Rest Stop With Pickle Juice, Cookies, a Warm Welcome

by Ruth Filz, Palm Gardens RV Park

S aturday, February 25, the Henry Roberts Memorial 32 Annual Jalapeno 100 bike ride took place in Harlingen. It is a fun ride benefiting the Harlingen Boys & Girls Club. For the last few years, the ride has seen over 500 riders from across the state and the country, as well as from Canada and Mexico.

the accident occurred. He decided this spot where the young agent “ended his watch” should be marked by a larger cross.

Fellow Chimney Park resident Ralph Spencer, a retired firefighter, and Jose made the memorial cross. Gigi Nelson, another Chimney Park resident and the wife of a retired firefighter, painted and lettered it.

James Kropenske, Chimney Park activity director, organized an informal memorial service. Chimney Park residents and a group of CBP agents attended the event as they placed the cross, lovingly made to honor Agent Gonzalez. •

Palm Gardens RV Park in Harlingen has been involved with the ride since 2000 when three couples--Gerry and Pat Bradley, Buzz and Vonnie Jones, and Boyd and Marge Mallot--started sponsoring a rest stop for riders. The Park has continued sponsoring a rest stop ever since. In 2009, Russ Manhard took over chairing the rest stop for our Park. Through the years, riders and our rest-stop volunteers have formed many friendships.

Riders always comment on the great food and warm welcome they receive at the Palm Gardens rest stop. Who can blame them? The week before the race, residents are busy saving pickle juice and baking cookies to supplement the

hot dogs, fruit, ice cream, water, and other goodies at the stop. This is made possible through generous donations from Park residents and management and local businesses. Saturday, we were happy to provide food and a place to rest for approximately 300 riders. The Park has won the award for Best Rest Stop several times over the years. In addition to having a rest stop, the Park also has several riders who take part in the ride. Dale Aalderink has taken part in the ride for the past 14 years. Dale rode 50 miles in the event this year. His rider number was 86, which also happens to match his age. •

Dale Aalderink

Rugged Cowboys Serve Cute Cowgirls at 2023 Paradise Park Luncheon

by Ginger Engels, Paradise Park

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very February for several decades, Paradise Park in McAllen hosts a Ladies’ Luncheon in our park. We open it up to ladies outside our park, as well. This year’s theme was Bows to Boots, We’re Cowgirl Cute in Texas.

What can you expect to experience when attending one of our luncheons?

You’ll see a creatively decorated hall, enjoy some form of entertainment, be treated to a lunch served by men from our park, and see a beautiful handmade quilt (or two) to be raffled off. The quilts are handcrafted and donated by our own talented quiltladies group!

This year’s luncheon theme began to take shape in the craft room as many of the ladies began to share their ideas with each other. Soon, different committees were formed, and people in the park stepped up to volunteer their time and talents. Many women worked over the summer gathering up and making westernthemed items. A big thank you to our own Texas Border Patrol; they allowed

us to recycle and reuse their discarded horseshoes, which worked perfectly as a part of our table centerpieces. Many volunteer hours went into painting the props and backdrops for our hilarious skit, “The Conestoga Wagon.” To add to the fun, many of the ladies donned western wear of all kinds.

Our servers, dressed as rugged cowboys, served a great lunch to 154 hungry cowgirl attendees. The “grub”

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consisted of a delicious hamburger steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, and carrot cake with cream-cheese frosting, all made by our volunteer cooking crew.

Over 120 gifts from our generous residents were donated to give out as door prizes, and the ladies were also able to try their luck at winning one of the beautiful quilts by purchasing tickets. We can hardly wait until

next year’s luncheon in February. The theme for that event will be A Victorian Tea. The actual date will be determined at a later date. We would love to extend an invitation for ladies from other parks to join us next year. Come as you are or dress up in Victorian dresses, hats, fascinators, and jewelry, enjoy a nice cup of tea, and have lunch with the ladies of Paradise Park in McAllen! •

We are an all-ages community

• Year-round pool

• WIFI

• Billiard Room

• Bathrooms

• Playground

• Pickleball

• Horseshoes

• Hot Tub

• Rec Hall

• Laundry Room

• Shower Room

• Dog Park

• Shuffleboard

Rates ates are $350 per month, $250 security deposit, and $25 application fee, electricity at .16 per/kwh.

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2023 Larry DeBuse Invitational Golf Tournament Raises Money, Awareness for Parkinson’s

Submitted by Darrell Roberts

L arry and Susan DeBuse, formerly of Greengate Grove in Palmview, were honored at the Larry DeBuse Invitational Golf Tournament held at Shary Golf Course March 1. The DeBuse family has returned to their home in Bella Vista, Arizona, as Larry continues his fight against Parkinson’s disease.

Kathy Roberts and her team organized the event to raise funds for The Parkinson’s Foundation and continues Larry’s annual golf outing. This year’s event featured a ninehole, four-person scramble with a full slate of 12 teams. The event was capped off by a luncheon served by Las Doas and an award ceremony emceed by Jesse Hansen.

39th Annual Causeway Run & Fitness Walk April 15

Locals from around the Rio Grande Valley are excited about the 39th Annual Causeway Run & Fitness Walk. The three-mile walk and 10K run will be held April 15 starting at the Port Isabel Community Center. The 5K walk will end at the Padre Bali statue, allowing participants to enjoy a calm stroll across the causeway and enjoy the morning hour over the Laguna Madre Bay. For the runners, the course will end at Louie’s Backyard. This is the perfect training opportunity to see how well they fare with the 10K course with the incline of the causeway.

There will be winners for first,

second, and third place in women’s and men’s categories. Everybody participating will receive a custom medal to commemorate crossing the bridge. The walk will begin at 7:00 a.m., and runners will follow 15 minutes after. The first 1,500 participants to check in will receive a commemorative shirt.

Registration is now open, and the prices are as follows: $30 for walkers, $35 for runners, and $25 for students and military personnel.

To learn more about the 38th Annual Causeway Run & Fitness Walk and upcoming events, visit sopadre.com. •

Congratulations go to first-place winners, the Carla Wilson Team, which shot three under par. Each player on the Carla Wilson Team won an 18-hole pass to Shary Golf Course. This year’s event also exceeded our goal and raised over $5,000. Congratulations to the winning team and all other participants. Over the last two years, the DeBuse Tournament has raised over $8,600 for the fight against Parkinson’s Disease. •

Tropic Star Hosts Horseshoes for Golden Age Olympics

T he Golden Age Olympics, hosted annually by McAllen Parks and Recreation, encompasses a variety of sports and activities throughout the Winter Texan season.

Tropic Star RV Resort in Pharr is the annual host of the horseshoes category. The park is home to 10 well-maintained pits and an active Horseshoes Club, meeting each weekday morning to play.

In February, players from eight RV parks-- Tropic Star, Paradise South, Trophy Gardens, Casa del Valle, Casa del Sol, Tip o’ Texas, VIP La Feria, and Alamo Rec Veh Park--took part in the tournament.

Dan McGuire, Tropic Star horseshoe coordinator, not only managed the entire event (alongside McAllen Parks and Rec) but also competed. “I enjoy the competition; it’s fun to win,” he said.

McGuire took gold in the Men’s 40 Percent Group.

In the Men’s 50 Percent Group, Tom Routh of Tip O’ Texas—who is ranked #4 in the world--took the gold. In the women’s division, Marlys

Timm of Trophy Gardens took gold in the 25 Percent Group.

Karen Olson, 82, of Tropic Star, took part in the women’s division and was thrilled to score a ringer after not having played in about 30 years. She is carrying on the legacy of her father, Ralph Kautc. He was an active player at Tropic Star.

Olson took bronze in the Women’s 10 Percent Group, placing behind Carolyn Hall (gold) of Alamo Rec and Vicky Chilcoat (silver) of Tropic Star. •

Story and photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert

Hundreds of Teddy Bears Spread Love, Comfort Across the RGV

by Maple Frye, Bonham’s Bears secretary/treasurer

March 6, Bonham’s Bears sponsored a teddy bear giveaway at the Green Bay South Clubhouse in La Feria. First responders and organizations who help children in crisis were invited to enjoy light refreshments and free teddy bears. We gave 450 teddy bears to eight organizations. A ninth organization, Loaves and Fishes, was dealing with a COVID outbreak and asked to pick up their teddy bears later.

During 2022, we also gave away 274 pet pillows to the Rio Grande Valley Humane Society under our Scraps for Scruffy Project. Bonham’s Bears is an all-volunteer organization based at Green Bay South, but we have volunteers from Park Place, Rio Valley Estates, and Citrus Village.

Here are some descriptions of how the teddy bears and pet pillows help.

La Feria Fire and Police: It’s good to give children something to hang on to when they’re scared. We want to make a bad day better. The police carry the teddy bears in their cars and need them to give at Christmas time.

Family Crisis Center: We give away all the teddy bears we receive. Children often go to shelters with nothing, so they get teddy bears for comfort. At our Repeat Performance store, located at 124 W. Jackson in Harlingen, you can drop off donations. Our clients get vouchers to get items free from the store. We operate shelters in Brownsville, McAllen, and Harlingen. When our shelters are full, we get help from Loaves and Fishes.

Harlingen Police: The teddy bears help form a connection between toys and police. We use teddy bears to comfort children at accident scenes, and we drop off the teddy bears and toys at the Family Crisis Center. We also use the teddy bears in presentations. One homicide officer spoke of having to give death notifications to families. Children see strangers with guns and hear the news that a loved one will never return. They are scared and traumatized. We use the teddy bears to create a positive outlook.

Children’s Bereavement Center: The Children’s Bereavement Center is free. Besides the one in Harlingen, there was recently a grand opening of a 10,000-square-foot center in

McAllen. Trained counselors work with children long-term (up to 24 years old) and also support the whole family/caregiver. We put the teddy bears in our “Buddy Barn,” where children can pick a toy and take it home with them.

Ronald McDonald House: We have merged with the Ronald McDonald House in Corpus Christi and are now Ronald McDonald House of Southwest Texas. We closed the external house in Harlingen but kept the Family Room at Valley Baptist Medical Center and operate a larger Family Room at South Texas Health System Children’s (Hospital) in Edinburg. Families can get coffee and snacks and have a chance to re-boot, then quickly and easily visit with the patient. We give the teddy bears on holidays, birthdays, and as part of a “cheer up” basket.

Cameron County Children’s Advocacy Center (CCCAC): The CCCAC carefully and professionally interviews abused children and shares the interviews with other professionals (police, social workers, legal workers, etc.) so children don’t have to repeat their traumatic experience to multiple interested organizations. To show you how helpful the teddy bears are, one adult woman still treasures the teddy bear she got as a child.

Monica’s House is named after Monica Castille, a five-year-old abused child who died from injuries. Maggie’s House is named after Maggie Whitman, a baby who did not survive her babysitter’s abuse. In Raymondville, a yet unnamed house is expected to be named after an abused Raymondville boy.

Humane Society: We are excited to get pet pillows; the animals love not lying on hard floors. We are the Rio Grande Valley Humane Society and take in pets from Harlingen--and soon from Mission--because these two cities have contracts that fund the “no-kill” Humane Society. We offer pet adoptions, low-cost monthly vaccinations, and services provided by a part-time veterinarian.

Harlingen Fire: Harlingen firefighters responded to an emergency at Green Bay South and did not have the chance to talk to us. We were fortunate that they were so near and so willing to help, demonstrating that they, indeed, are first responders. After handling the emergency, the firefighters returned and received their teddy bears. •

Sharing Family Stories Through Historic Furniture

pump organ used to play hymns of worship in their ranch church, which still stands today.

Among the furniture collections is the intricately carved desk used during the business dealings of the Bentsen brothers, Lloyd and Elmer, and, later, Thomas Cross. It was donated by his daughter, Jane Cross.

These pieces are preserved at the Museum to shape the stories of people who built the Rio Grande Valley to be what it is today.

The Furniture that Built the Valley exhibit is included in the regular Museum admission fees. Museum hours are Tuesday

through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information about the exhibit, please contact Melissa Peña, collections and exhibits coordinator, at 956-3836911 or by email at mjpena@ mosthistory.org.

The Museum of South Texas History is located in downtown Edinburg at 200 N, Closner Blvd. on the Hidalgo County Courthouse square. For more information about MOSTHistory, including becoming a F RIEND, visit MOSTHistory.org, like us on Facebook and Instagram, follow us on Twitter, find us on YouTube, or call 956-383-6911. •

T he Museum of South Texas History presents the spotlight exhibit Furniture that Built the Valley , now open for visitors.   The museum has a variety of beautiful furniture in its collections, each with an interesting story to tell. Furniture that Built the Valley will share the story of three South Texas families through a piece of furniture donated from each family.

A spindled, four-poster bed from the Vela family will be on display. This bed was passed down several generations from Salvador and Leonor Vela, who were parents of Macedonio Vela, the founder of Laguna Seca Ranch, just north of Edinburg.

The Jacksons, a mixed-race family who owned acres of land south of Pharr and San Juan, donated a

Step Back in Time with Tours by Welcome Home

Story and photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert

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he Delta Lake Hotel ruins hold nearly 100 years of stories. The keeper of those stories is Doris Taylor, owner and caretaker of the property. Taylor has dedicated her life to sharing the history: “One day,

15th Annual McAllen ISD Young at Art Exhibition at IMAS

like all of us, this will crumble. But until then, I intend to share the good stories.” Tours by Welcome Home coordinates custom tours, most recently for Fun-N-Sun RV Resort’s C.R.A.B. motorcycle club. If your group or park would like to take a tour, call 956-687-5115. •

T he International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) in McAllen is hosting the 15th Annual Young at Art exhibition, presented in conjunction with McAllen ISD. This exhibition features student artwork and celebrates National Youth Art Month, which emphasizes the value of art education for all children. Young at Art includes original works of art created by McAllen ISD students from 6th through 12th grades.

Beginning in the 1960s, schools across the United States have recognized the importance of art education during the month of March. Art educators know visual arts experiences foster the development of skills in problem solving, creativity, observation, and communication. During March, special exhibitions like the MISD Young at Art showcase those abilities and allow us to appreciate the excellent work our children create.

“Young at Art is one of the most visible ways the museum supports and promotes art education in our schools,” said Ann Fortescue, president and executive director at

IMAS. “It’s an honor for IMAS to showcase the students’ creativity and the enthusiastic support of their teachers through this partnership, and we’re delighted to be able to share the talents of these young artists with our community.”

The Young at Art exhibition will be on display at the IMAS through April 2 and is comprised of nearly 200 original works of art. The exhibit is included with regular admission. Visit theimasonline.org for more information. •

When you have cancer, you need comprehensive care from renowned physicians, advanced treatment options, leading edge technology, and clinical trials. But you also want to keep spending winters in South Texas. With multiple locations across the Rio Grande Valley, Texas Oncology provides expert cancer care and keeps you close to your loved ones. Because sometimes the best choice is both.

Mariah A. Cantu, “False Realities,” Mixed Media, Morris Middle School, 7th grade, Mr. D. Mata, 2022-2023

1048 N. Alamo Rd., #23 1/1 mobile home features open floorplan and is fully furnished and move-in ready. Washer & dryer included, an additional 8 x 10 shed for storage, covered carport, big backyard. Motivated Seller Call Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

2917 W US Bus 83, #275 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! Call Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

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

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

4900 N McColl #628 AMAZING

HOME in McAllen Mobile Park. This 2 bed/2 bath comes FULLY furnished! NEW laminate flooring and plumbing! Large primary with king bed. Bath has double vanity, walk-in shower, private commode. Covered deck! Call Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195

200 Wheel Dr Beautiful, Spacious, Corner Lot in Wagon City North. Come check how much space this 2 bed/2 bath home has to offer in this wonderful 55+ community. You’ll LOVE the 400+ sqft covered deck offering shade and South Texas breezes. Call Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195

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

7213 Monroe St. 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. Call Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

205 Hub Dr. Stop by and check out this awesome find! This 16x68 fully furnished mobile home has 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom and so much to offer! Walk in and experience the front-facing open-concept living and kitchen. The eat-in kitchen provides ample counter and cabinet space. Call Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

2503 Fairway Ct. This is the ONE! Located in a 55+ community this outstanding home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and even a custom-built office space. The knockout feature of this home is the self-cleaning indoor pool, overlooking the golf course. Call Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683

2165 Diamonte W. Looking for a the perfect Lot to park your RV? Then stop by and check out this corner pull-through lot that is perfect to set up your RV and enjoy what the community of Llano Grande Resort has to offer. Call Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683

2031 Amy St. Ready to find the home of your dreams? Stop by and view this furnished 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath mobile home located in Valley View Estates. Step in and view the front-facing openconcept living and dine-in kitchen. With custom cabinetry, pantry and counter space this kitchen is a find. Call Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683

by Stacy McDonald

I see you out there searching. You’re out there looking for something more. A nugget of truth. A revelation. A spiritual prize. Some grand discovery of Biblical proportions. You are digging to find it. You feel like you’re just inches away from a breakthrough. I see you watching someone who appears to have more knowledge and wisdom than you. Someone who has garnered a following because the sensational things he or she says resonates with what so many long to hear. I see you compromise as you buy into unbiblical doctrines in favor of enticing, ear-tickling, bold and passion-filled emotional decrees.

We all love to be in the know. We all love to be the star of the show. If only you can obtain this thing you are looking for, then you can prove to yourself and others that you were right all along, that you were ahead of the game. It’s like when you are the first to hear some spicy gossip and, as a result, you get to be the first to spread the news, like an amateur news anchor. We’ve all been in that position and can relate to the powerful feeling that comes from knowing we were the ones who broke the big story

Chaplain Mark McDonald and his wife, Stacy McDonald, serve at Mission West RV Park in Mission. They are with Christian Resort Ministries, which provides RV resorts throughout the RGV nondenominational worship services. You can contact the McDonalds for their worship times at Mrmcdonald41@yahoo.com.

Perspectives Looking Past the Truth

of the day. So some of us go and repeatedly chase after that high. And in that chase, most of us find ourselves running right past the truth, the truth which is the real news, the ONLY news worth spreading, the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Why do we run past this truth? Why do we insist on looking for more? Why is Jesus and the salvation He provides not enough to satisfy some of us? So many claim to love Him. They earnestly claim to believe in Him. Just like I’ve seen you do. Yet your actions (and, at many times, your words) say otherwise. When a person has truly surrendered to Jesus Christ and has been born again, he or she will stop looking for more.

What God so lovingly and mercifully gives us through the sacred canon of scripture, found in the 66 books of the Holy Bible, will be sufficient--more than sufficient-to satisfy our souls and bring us to the knowledge and understanding that leads to true wisdom. Our searching outside of Christ will come to an end as we lay down the weapons of our warfare, weapons that are the ways and means of carnal men.

My friend, Jesus is more than enough. He is the answer to all of your questions, the solution to all of your problems, and The One worth searching for. I pray you stop looking past that truth and find true rest and peace in Him today

I will teach you by the hand of God that which is with the Almighty will I not conceal. Behold, all ye yourselves have seen it; why then are ye thus altogether vain? ~Job 27:11-12 KJV •

SAVORY TREATS SWEET CRAVINGS

RECIPE CONNECTION

••• Some Like It Hot •••

Avocado Shrimp Spread (Serves 6-8)

Junior League of McAllen, Inc.

The Junior League of McAllen, Inc. envisions significantly improving the quality of life of the children and youth of our community by preserving the innocence of childhood, encouraging responsibility, and promoting a safe environment. Cookbooks can be purchased through the Junior League website at www. juniorleaguemcallen.org, as well as at Barn White and Quips & Quotes in McAllen.

1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened

½ cup picante sauce

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 (8 oz.) can baby shrimp, drained

Worcestershire sauce to taste

2 green onions, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

Tortilla chips

1 (6 oz.) tin frozen avocado dip, thawed

Cream together cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic. Spread

Sandy Shares a Popular Recipe From Louisiana

By Sandy Olson

When people think of Louisiana, they immediately envision Cajun or Creole dishes. They are there for sure, and they are wonderful. But sometimes dishes that are not highly spiced or blackened get forgotten. This recipe may be one of those.

Peggy’s Chicken Strata

8 slices day-old white bread

½ cup real mayonnaise, not “M’whip”

Real butter, softened

¾ teaspoon salt; dash of pepper

2 cups cooked diced chicken

½ cup shredded mild cheddar

½ cup diced white onion

1½ cups milk, not skim

½ cup chopped green bell pepper

2 large eggs, slightly beaten

½ cup chopped celery

1 can (10.5 oz.) mushroom soup

bread cubes in the dish and sprinkle with ½ of the cheese.

mixture on a rimmed plate. Cover and refrigerate. Just before serving, frost chilled cheese with avocado dip; then frost with a layer of picante sauce; top with shrimp. Sprinkle with green onions and serve with tortilla chips.

Spotted in the RGV Rio

Grande Valley

By Eryn Reddell Wingert

T he sun is setting on the 202223 Winter Texan season. From all of us at Welcome Home Winter Texan

and Welcome Home RGV, we hope you have enjoyed your stay. We look forward to you returning to your Rio Grande Valley home next season. Safe travels and keep in touch! •

Butter 2 slices of the bread and cut into ½-inch cubes. Set aside for later. Cut the remaining bread into 1-inch cubes. Place ½ of these cubes into the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish. Combine the chicken, chopped veggies, mayonnaise, and seasonings, mixing well. Spoon ½ of this mixture over the

Cover with the rest of the unbuttered bread cubes and then layer on the remaining chicken mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Mix the milk, beaten eggs, and soup in a small bowl, combining well. Pour this over the top of the casserole, and place the buttered bread cubes on top. Cover and chill for one hour.

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and bake the casserole for 50 minutes.

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. •

2-for-1 Jr. BURGER

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

WEEK OF March 15 - March 23, 2023

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 2023

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM

Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 5816718.

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.

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

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

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. •

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

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.

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 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) 5811033.

Acoustic Jam Session 01:30 PM

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

Gardening for Nutrition in Your Backyard 02:00 PM McAllen Public Library, 4100 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 681-3000.

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

Happy Hour w/Rusty Rierson 03:00 PM

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

Happy Hour w/Fresh Breath 03:30 PM

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

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

Karaoke 06:00 PM V.F.W. Post 2369, 1405 W. Kennedy, Pharr. (956) 2234758

Men & Women of A-Chord 06:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008.

Pre-Rounds 06:30 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 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. 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) 787-6461.

Dance w/Rick McEwen 07:00 PM Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. $8.00 adv, $9.00 door. (956) 519-8650.

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MISSION BELL • TRAD

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Dance w/The Chamberlin’s w/Southern Express 07:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission.

$8.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers 07:00

PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $12.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

Rewind 07:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen.

$10.00 pp. (810) 629-4263.

St. Patrick’s Day w/Diego & Edith

07:00 PM Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission.

$9.00 pp. (956) 580-4545.

The Real Beals 07:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen.

$7.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Patricio El Penitente 07:30 PM

Pharr Community Theater, 213 W Newcombe Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp adv/$10.00 door. (956) 6559308.

THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2023

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM

Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 5816718.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Aladdin Villas, 1501 Aladdin Villas Blvd W, Mission.

Free admission. (218) 252-6616.

All You Can Eat Pancakes 09:00 AM

The Grove, 83rd & Stewart Rd, San Juan. BYOTS.

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

Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM

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

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

Line Dance Boot Camp 10:00 AM

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

Thursday Lunch 11:00 AM Bentsen

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

Artist/Craft/Farmer’s Market 11:00

AM AmeriCana RV Resort, 1840 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956)

581-1705.

Lunch & Jam Session 11:30 AM

Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd. Weslaco. $8.00

lunch. (956) 969-3740.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

Rock N’ Roll Jam 12:30 PM Bentsen

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

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM

Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Country Jam 01:00 PM Mission Bell

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

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00

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

Happy Hour w/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) 751-2635.

Fish & French Fries 04:00 PM

Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. (956) 581-6718.

Happy Hour w/Country Rick 04:00 PM

Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey

Rd, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 529-1878.

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

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.

Jam Session 06:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 7823263.

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

Dance w/Jealous Heart 07:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. (956) 464-3324. Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. $9.00 pp. (956) 4256881.

Spittin’ Image 07:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499,

2023

FRIDAY DANCE

Mar 17 Steven May & Southern Knights (Valley Star Awards Country Band of the Year 2022 & 2023)

Mar 24 Curt James (Valley Star Awards Male Vocalist of the year 2020)

Mar 31 Route 66

We bring the talent so

spend your Friday's dancing the evening away right here at Texas Trails.

7 PM | $7 unless stated otherwise FOR INFORMATION/TICKET PURCHASES

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

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

Feria. $10.00 pp. (920) 650-1920.

Harlingen. $9A/$11D. (956) 4235484.

St. Patty’s Dance w/Diego & Edith

07:00 PM Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. $8.00 (956) 423-1170.

Patricio El Penitente 07:30 PM

Pharr Community Theater, 213 W Newcombe Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp adv/$10.00 door. (956) 655-9308.

FRIDAY, MARCH 17, 2023

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM

Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 5816718.

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.

Friday Luncheon 11:00 AM Greengate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Drive Mission. Prices vary. (956) 7827886.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E

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

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 Jam 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.

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

Variety Jam 01:00 PM Bentsen Palm

RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5855807.

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

Spittin’ Image 02:00 PM Palmera Heights, 1205 N Palmera St, La

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

St. Patrick’s Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00 PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-6223.

St. Patrick’s Happy Hour w/Rusty Rierson 03:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Pass the hat. (956) 787-5773.

Friday Fish Fry 04:30 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 5850624.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner 05:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (814) 795-0204.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade 05:00 PM Greengate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 540-8463. Music Jam 05:30 PM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. (956) 580-4477.

St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance w/Texas

Wheels 05:30 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $15.00 pp. (956) 399-5800.

Tradewinds Country Jam 06:00 PM

Trade Winds RV Resort, 1711 E Bus

Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Dance w/Night Ryders 06:00 PM

Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-9264.

Friday Night Coin Show 06:00 PM McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave, McAllen Chamber of Commerce. (956) 566-3112.

Country & Big Band Jam 07:00 PM

Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Invite only. (507) 273-3895.

Dance w/Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM

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

Dance w/Poison Ivey 07:00 PM

Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (956) 7832605.

Dance w/Regan James 07:00 PM

Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 638-3158.

Dance w/Retro Rockers 07:00 PM

Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

Dance w/Ron Moshier 07:00 PM

Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 682-8081.

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

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

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr.

$7.00 pp. (956) 782-7886.

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers 07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $10.00 pp. (956) 782-3263.

Dance w/Time Machine 07:00 PM

Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S

Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

Jason Whorlow 07:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (814) 795-0224.

St. Patrick’s Dance w/In Six Days

07:00 PM Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 W, Mercedes. $8.00 pp. (956) 376-3798.

St. Patrick’s Dance w/Sweetwater

07:00 PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco.

$7.00 pp. (660) 723-1536.

St. Patrick’s Dance w/Vinyl Spin

07:00 PM Greengate Grove, 2135 S

Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 540-8463.

St. Patrick’s Day Dance w/Rewind

07:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort,

1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $9A/$11D. (956) 423-5484.

St. Patrick’s Day w/The Castaways

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

Patricio El Penitente 07:30 PM

Pharr Community Theater, 213 W Newcombe Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp adv/$10.00 door. (956) 655-9308.

SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2023

Morning Breakfast 07:00 AM

Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 5816718.

Special Pancake Breakfast 07:00 AM

Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $5.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Saturday Breakfast 07:30 AM

Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 6828081.

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) 5855704.

Craft and Patio Sale 08:00 AM

Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. Free admission. (918) 9420177.

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

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

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.

Garden Club: Thrillers, Spillers & Fillers 09:00 AM Greengate Grove, 2135 Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 591-0924.

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

Car Show 10:00 AM Aladdin Villas, 1501 Aladdin Villas Blvd W, Mission. (320) 221-1590.

Country Jam & Lunch 11:00 AM

Greengate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen

Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 540-8463.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM

Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam 01:00 PM

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

Harlingen Farmers Market 03:00 PM

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

Karaoke 03:00 PM V.F.W. Post 2369, 1405 W. Kennedy, Pharr. (956) 2234758

Karaoke 06:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. Free admission. (925) 325-5153.

Dance w/Night Howlers 06:30 PM

Lemon Tree Estates, 1510 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $8.00 pp. (419) 733-6384.

Dance w/Roland The DJ 07:00 PM

Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 Harrison Ave, Harlingen. $7.50 pp. (956) 423-3137.

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

Mar 21 Regan James

Mar 28 CanAm

Apr 4 DuOver

Apr 11 CanAm

Apr 18 Denim & Lace

Apr 25 Carlos Canas

May 2 Steven May

May 9 Curt James

May 16 Southern Harmony

May 23 Jerry Co

May 30 Curt James

June 6 Steven May

June 12 Curt James

June 20 Southern Harmony

June 27 Jerry Co

FRI DANCES 7 -10 PM

BYOB & Snacks Popcorn & soda for sale

Mar 24 • Sweetwater •$8

Mar 31 • Rewind •$8

Apr 7 • Night Ryders •$8

Apr 14 • The Howlers •$8

Summer Dances

Thursdays 7 -10 PM

$8.00 at the door

BYOB & Snacks Popcorn & soda for sale

Apr 13 • Simply Gold Duo

Apr 20 • Curt James

Apr 27 • Ron Moshier

May 4 • Sweetwater

Sat May 6 • Gatos Locos

May 11 • South Texas Ramblers

May 25 • Texas Storm

Mon May 29 • Ron Moshier

June 1 • Texas Wheels

June 8 • Sweetwater

June 15 • South Texas Ramblers

June 22 • Rewind

Mike Sannes

Summer Activity Director (701) 269-1045

SUNDAYS Thru April

Karaoke/ 5 PM - BYOB/Snacks

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

Bit-O-Heaven RV and Mobile Home Resort

Susan Thomas,

Male Vocalist of the Year

FRI MAR 17 • Weslaco Elks - Weslaco

St. Patrick’s Dance BROTHERS THREE • 7-10 PM

TUES MAR 21 • Tropic Star - Pharr

End of Season Happy Hour w/ Leslie Blasing 3:30-5 PM

THURS MAR 23 • Trophy Gardens -Alamo

DANCE • 7-9 PM Four Friends Together

Curt, Leslie, Ron & Steven

FRI MAR 24 • Texas Trails - Pharr

DANCE • 7-10 PM

SAT MAR 25 • Sunshine RV Resort - Harlingen

BROTHERS THREE DANCE • 7-10 PM

WED MAR 29 • Leisure World - Weslaco

HAPPY HOUR • 3-5 PM

SAT APR 1 • Weslaco Elks - Weslaco

DANCE • 7-9 PM

FRI APR 7 • American Legion Post #37 - McAllen

DANCE • 7-11 PM All

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

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Dance w/Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM

Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $10.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Dance w/Retro Rockers 07:00 PM

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

Dance w/Rick McEwen 07:00 PM

Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 5858135.

Dance w/Southern Vibes 07:00 PM

Winter Green Estates, 500 N Bryan Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (712) 2402801.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 9680322.

Dance w/The Bottom Line 07:00 PM

Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 7877717.

Dance w/The Castaways 07:00 PM

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

Sock Hop w/The Fabulous Cuisers

07:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch,

7300 Monroe St, Mission. $12.00 pp. For tickets (262) 751-4978.

Patricio El Penitente 07:30 PM

Pharr Community Theater, 213 W Newcombe Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp adv/$10.00 door. (956) 6559308.

SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 2023

Mission Bell Park Wide Sale 08:00

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

Cornhole Tournament 10:00 AM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. $10/Team. (660) 464-0118.

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.

Live Music w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 01:30 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission.

(956) 581-1033.

Online Resources for Genealogy 02:00

PM McAllen Public Library, 4100 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission.

(956) 681-3068.

Patricio El Penitente 03:00 PM

Pharr Community Theater, 213 W Newcombe Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp adv/$10.00 door. (956) 655-9308.

Lasagna Dinner 04:00 PM

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

Gospel Jam 05:30 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 6069501.

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.

Farewell Round Dance Party 06:30

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

Men & Women of A-Chord 07:00 PM

Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 W, Mercedes. $7.00 pp. (956) 376-3798.

The Lady & The Gambler-Leslie Blasing & Rick McEwen 07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $15.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

MONDAY, MARCH 20, 2023

Mission Bell Park Wide Sale 08:00

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

Mission Bell Craft Show 08:00 AM

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

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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

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

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

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.

Beginner Line Dance 01:30 PM Pharr

per plate.

March 26th

Homemade pies and cakes are available for a small extra charge

956-968-7115

201 South Border Ave. Weslaco, TX 78596

Come Dance In Donna

Thank you to everyone who made Casa del Sol MH & RV Park a fun, music park and enjoyed the dances, entertainment and JAMS We look forward to next season and having more music and fun!

FRIDAY NIGHT DANCES • 7:00 to 10:00

BYOB – Concessions – Public Welcome

Mar 17 • The Castaways • $8.00

Mar. 24 • The Hitman • $8.00

For More Information & Tickets

956-464-9024

www.casadelsolrvparktexas.com

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7839.

Aim High Karaoke 02:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 7823263.

High Beginner Line Dance 02:30 PM

Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $2.00 donation. (956) 7877839.

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/Bruce Boudreau 03:30

PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-7171.

Happy Hour w/Regan James 04:00 PM

Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 529-1878.

Happy Hour w/Steven May 04:00 PM Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W Exp 83, Mission. (956) 580-2940.

Stuffed Pork Chops 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.

Country Jam 05:30 PM Lamplighter

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

Monday Jam Session 05:30 PM

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

Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM Aladdin Villas, 1501 Aladdin Villas Blvd, W. Mission. $8.00 pp. (319) 2301581.

Winnie Brave 07:00 PM Winter Ranch

RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

TUESDAY, MARCH 21, 2023

Men’s Prayer & Bible Study 08:00 AM

Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346

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

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

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.

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

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

Country Jam 12:00 PM Leisure

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

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.

Happy Hour w/Steven May 03:00 PM

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

Happy Hour w/Double Decker 03:00

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

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00

PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (603) 396-2786.

Happy Hour w/Curt & Leslie 03:30

PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 77 Flea Market, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Pass the hat. (956) 7875773.

Happy Hour w/Ron Moshier 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.

Dance w/Rick McEwen 07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 7823263.

Luau Dinner & Dance w/Pelican West 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $20.00 pp. Pre sale only. (956) 399-5800.

Night Howlers 07:00 PM Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S Texas Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 adv/$10.00 door. (956) 968-5051.

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Tropic Star Holds Fourth Annual Event to Honor Veterans

Submitted by Sandra Stone

Tropic Star RV Resort honored 24 veterans by presenting them with patriotic lap-style quilts Sunday,

March 5. The quilts are designed and constructed by the quilters of Tropic Star. This is the fourth year of the project honoring our veterans. A total of 132 quilts have been presented. The quilt

includes a label that reads, “One Quilt to Warm You, Thousands of Stitches to Thank-you!”

One World War II veteran shared the story that his mother was a “5-

star mother” because she had five sons who served our country. Each veteran has his or her own story of dedication and service. We honor and appreciate their sacrifices. •

DANCE JAM SESSIONS MEALS SALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

CONTINUED

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22, 2023

All You Can Eat Breakfast 07:30

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

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.

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

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

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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

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) 5811033.

Acoustic Jam Session 01:30 PM

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

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00

PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 9688412.

Social Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00

PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712

S International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (660) 723-1536.

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

Karaoke 06:00 PM V.F.W. Post 2369, 1405 W. Kennedy, Pharr. (956) 2234758

Aphanie Cottrell 06:30 PM Palm Valley RV Park, 422 S Val Verde Rd, Donna. $5.00 pp. (956) 464-8000.

Upcoming Shows

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

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM

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

Encore Series: America the Beautiful 07:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. Prices varies. (956) 425-7448.

Magic Carol 07:00 PM McAllen

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2023

All You Can Eat Pancakes 09:00 AM

The Grove, 83rd & Stewart Rd, San Juan. BYOTS.

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

Shakespeare in the RGV 10:00 AM

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

Country Jam 10:00 AM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 585-5704. Thursday Lunch 11:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 5850703.

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

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

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

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: America the Beautiful 03:00 PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Prices Vary. (956) 405-4350.

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CLASSIFIED SECTION

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. •

MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE

Magic Valley Resort Open House Come check out our brand new homes and the rest of our community filled with lots of great amenities and activities! Contact us to make an appointment today! (956)968-8242 www.magicvalleyrvresort.com

Magic Valley Resort, Weslaco 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 Real Estate by Welcome Home, Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

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. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

HOMES FOR SALE

Retama Village, Mission 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 Real Estate by Welcome Home, Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487

Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission Interested in owning your lot? Come check out this 2 bed 1.5 bath home with spacious kitchen and living spaces and ample sized bedrooms. Furnished with a new roof and HVAC plus lots of other upgrades. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

RV LOTS

Wintergreen Estates, Mission Looking for the perfect place to park your RV, where you own your lot? This property showcases a steel-built covered canopy with 30/50 amp service, water, sewer connections, and an attached 10 x 14 finished addition. This addition is an excel-

lent space including a 1/2 bath, attic storage, a laundry area, an AC window unit, tile flooring, and even an upgraded 100 amp service. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3682

Llano Grande Resort, Mercedes Looking for a prime RV corner lot on a property to call your own? Then this lot is perfect for you with hook-ups at the ready, a sprinkler system, and a private screened-in pergola with and attached utility room including a washer and dryer, all located in the 55+ community of Llano Grande Resort. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683

MISCELLANEOUS/OTHER

GOLF CARTS FOR SALE CALL: 956-5803370

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.

Brand New Dometic RV Refrigerator New Dometic refrigerator, gas & electric. 8 foot double door. $800. Also, 6 foot double door. $700. Please call Jack Fischer (956) 246-2771.

Bose L1 Pro8 P.A. System 2022 used three months. Selling for $1,200.00. $300 custom bag included. Excellent condition. Paid $1,620 w/tax. Can see now and can pick up last week of March. Donna, 309-738-0810.

For Sale 2-Wheel Car Dollie Heavy Duty Car Dollie. New tires, bearings, lights and wiring. $1150.00. Call (402) 883 7870.

VFW #2369 Now Open! James Nikki Rowe VFW #2369 Now open 1405 W. Kennedy Pharr (Jackson and Nolana) BYOB pool table/gameroom, Karaoke Wednesdays 6-9pm Saturdays 3-6pm. BBQ pit raffle on March 25th 3-6pm (956)223-4758

MOTOR HOMES

SPRING & SUMMER READY MOTORHOME: Class A 2011 Forest River 37’ gas Georgetown, 42,000 miles, excellent condition, 2 slide-outs, bath and half, king size bed, all appliances, 3 TV, etc, $49,000 OBO. (320) 260-9201.

PARK MODELS FOR SALE

Park Model For Sale Permanent home, rental lot in Palm Shadows RV Park, Donna. 1-1/2 bath, huge-closets, large-kitchen, garage/leisure room. Washer/Dryer. 2 car off street parking. Asking $8,900 (918)232-5484 (816)617-7999, call for pictures.

WANTED

Looking For Part-Time Drivers Big Valley Auto Auction, Donna, looking for parttime men/women drivers MondayWednesday. 2-3 days/week. $10.00/hr. Drop off and pick up vehicles at local dealers. DL and good driving record. Contact Gene@bigvalleyaa.com/Text956-454-6133.

SOLD

Split Rail RV Park Home 1 Bed,1 Bath Home10’ by 30’addon,metal over roof,carport, all appliances,shed. Call Tom, 480-240-8979 Leave message and phone number, Split Rail RV Resort Lot 207, Mission, Texas. $10,000 or reasonable offer.

Park Model For Sale One bedroom, metal roof, air, gas furnace, washer, shed. Full canopy, security bars on doors and windows. Can be moved. $20,500. Palm Shadows, Donna. Call (320) 290-7139.

Park Model For Sale 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Walk-in shower, mini-split, laundry room, small garden spot. Shed 38x10, carport 10x10, Lot rent $165 month includes water & garbage. Located in Donna. (956)245-0083.

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 included! The exterior shed is also included! Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112

McAllen Mobile Park, McAllen Have I got the PERFECT place for YOU!! This 1 bedroom/1 bathroom built in 2000 is fully furnished and 100% turn key ready and even includes plate ware, glassware, and silverware! The outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy warm South Texas breezes with neighbors and friends. Call Real Estate by Welcome Home, Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195

SERVICES

GOLF CART REPAIR CALL: 956-580-3370

TRAVEL TRAILERS

2022 Puma Palomino Destination Trailer 2-bedroom, 2-bath, washer/dryer, full size refrigerator, stove, microwave, fireplace. 3-slides. $55,000 cash only, no contracts. Text or call 563-508-7865 for info or appointment.

Wanted-Part Time Mechanic Big Valley Auto Auction, Donna. Looking for a part-time mechanic to inspect cars for certification. Couple days a week, pay will be discussed if interested. Contact richardh@bigvalleyaa.com/Text 956-9981012.

We will buy your Home Looking to buy Park Model or smaller Manufactured Homes that can be moved, call us today at Circle T for more info at 956-5855381.

FOR RENT

Remodeled 3 bedrooms 3 bath” Recently remodeled all brick home 1750 square feet 3 bedrooms 2 full bathrooms. Alamo Country Club a golf community. A[ril 2023 to April 2024 2 year lease. $1,600 913-236-0030

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. Equal Housing Opportunity.