Volume 8: Issue 6: November 16, 2022

The first few weeks of November are always so exciting. Seeing new and familiar faces is always such a treat for all of us at Welcome Home RGV. We kicked off the season with a luncheon for all of our activity directors and resort managers, held an Activity Director Orientation for those who are new to their positions, held our SouthPadre-Island-area Boot Camp Weekend (where we showcase area attractions and network with each other), and hosted our annual Connection Fair, which provides your managers and activity directors with the opportunity to network with area service providers, retailers, and restaurant management. And the month isn’t even halfway over yet!

It’s just a small part of what we do at Welcome Home RGV to protect the integrity of the Winter Texan lifestyle. Things are changing rapidly here, there, and everywhere, so keeping your park’s team up to date on things happening in the RGV is a priority for us. We hope you will reap the benefits of our hard work and go explore beautiful South Texas!

~We’re just connecting the dots. •

Kristi

All Roads Lead Roads Lead to Texas Tour to Texas Tour

The All Roads Lead to Texas Tour began--as many adventures do--at the McAllen International Airport. Destination: the Midwest! The contingent: Kristi Collier, owner of Welcome Home RGV; Curt James the Entertainer; fellow Welcome Home RGV team member Stella Riester; and myself, tagging along to document the adventure.

It was smiles--and coffee--all around as we sat near the departure

gate the day after Labor Day. The coffee…well…what coffee lover passes up the airport’s Coffee Zone? The smiles: because the group was embarking on a trip to spread the word about how special South Texas is during the winter months.

First stop, Omaha, Nebraska, arriving at sunset and subsequently filling up on Reuben sandwiches and giant pretzels dipped in queso at Crescent Moon Ale House. All fuel for what was to come, traveling across five states for five events

over 10 days. (Of note: the Reuben Sandwich was invented in Omaha. Well done, Omaha!)

Day two was a travel day that began with a groundhog sighting from our hotel window. (We assume, based on the front desk clerk’s lack of enthusiasm when asked what the critter was, that the sighting was comparable to seeing an armadillo in Texas.)

Story and photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert

Stella Riester, Kristi Collier, and Curt James stand in two states at once on Bob the Bridge over the Missouri River.

A touristy stop at the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge (a.k.a. Bob the Bridge) was in order. The 3,000-foot-long bridge spans the Missouri River between Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Omaha, Nebraska. Afterwards, we hit a few downtown shops and then the road for the first official Tour stop at the South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance, Inc. in Sioux Falls.

The Alliance is a 501(c)(3), serving veterans and active U.S. military. In the simplest terms, the Alliance offers support services, entertainment, and camaraderie. Big picture: there’s nothing like it in the country. It’s a national model for military, veterans, and civilian relations.

After a tour of the vast facility-including balcony views of a concert stage and a state-of-the-art game room, complete with a pair of virtual reality goggles--we prepared for

the first event by laying out door prizes, brochures, and promotional material and adding pops of orange in the form of pens, mints, and flower centerpieces to banquet tables draped in navy tablecloths.

The rundown for the afternoon event was the same at all five stops: meeting and greeting, followed by Curt James singing cover hits like “Y-M-C-A” and “Elvira” as patrons took to the dance floor, and an intermission of Collier addressing the audience touting the perks and positives of South Texas, followed by more mingling and dancing.

New and familiar faces joined us in Big Lake and Monticello, Minnesota; Rice Lake, Wisconsin; and Davenport, Iowa.

There were sites to see between stops, including the illuminated Arc of Dreams in Sioux Falls, the new 100-foot Prince mural in downtown Minneapolis, a restaurant named

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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 Find on YouTube Channel “Welcome Home Rio Grande Valley” www.instagram.com @welcomehomergv @wintertexans www.twitter.com @welcomehomergv

ALL ROADS LEAD TO TEXAS TOUR CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 >>

Welcome Home RGV owner, Kristi Collier, spreads the word about South Texas in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Couples take to the dance floor during the All Roads Lead to Texas Tour event in Sioux Falls.

Quick tourist stop at the Sioux Falls mural.

The Welcome Home RGV contingent takes a ‘selfie’ with the gathering at Rice Lake, Wisconsin.

Photo bombers join in on a group selfie at the South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance, Inc. in Sioux Falls.

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Stella’s, a cornfield, the House on the Rock in Wisconsin (we are still mind boggled by this spectacular attraction), and a very special reunion on Mud Hen Lake over the weekend (more on that in a future issue).

At each stop--even the tourist attractions--the group shared where we were from and the purpose of our Midwest visit, following Collier’s lead. Word of mouth is key to promoting South Texas.

The tour was supported by these sponsors: City of McAllen, Visit Harlingen, City of South Padre Island, and Ruby Red Hospitality-La Copa Inn, South Padre Island. Plans are already underway for All Roads Lead to Texas Tour 2023. •

The Arc of Dreams spans the Big Sioux River in downtown Sioux Falls.

It was a gathering of Curts in Monticello, Minnesota.

After dancing through the event in Davenport, Iowa a couple takes a selfie.

Kristi Collier mingles with those gathered at the Sioux Falls event.

A Harvest for Habitat

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t The Lamb’s Loom, we have an annual, super-fun project we just have to share with y’all! And since all of our Winter Texan friends are not down here yet to see all these fun submissions in person, we are sharing here.

If you have heard or participated in the annual fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity Rio Grande Valley, Mighty Homes of Hope, you know how much fun this is. We heard of this community-involvement event and participated for the first time two years ago and everyone had a blast.

Mighty Homes of Hope works like this: when you sign up, they provide every eligible participant and sponsor with a little house (like a small bird house). Then you get your creative juices going and POOF, you have a house! Well, maybe it does take a glue gun or two.

It has been a real joy working on our houses these last three years. Everyone at The Lamb’s Loom gets involved, from coming up with a theme to putting the last bit of yarn on. Once our home construction begins, you never know what you will see around here. Last year, our theme was Hatitude for Habitat. Our Sit-n-Knit area had girls knitting grass, crocheting a

river, making one-inch loomed hats, and gluing sheep. There were even a couple of cute little gnomes running around, and the home was perched on a tree stump. It was adorable!

Next, all of the participants turn in their homes. Those homes are put on exhibit for the month leading up to Giving Tuesday. Then they are auctioned off to the public. So all of the organizations that participate are contributing, and the public gets to join in and help out, too. It’s a win-win for everyone in our local community.

We completed our “Mighty Home” for this year, and we have turned it in. This year’s theme for our home is “A Harvest for Habitat.” Our prayer is that there is a huge harvest for them in community involvement as they work to provide homes to needy and deserving families in the Rio Grande Valley. The Mighty Home auction runs from November 14 through the 30th this year and will be on display at North Park Lexus Rio Grande Valley from October 24 through November 30.

Habitat for Humanity Rio Grande Valley does such wonderful work here in the RGV. We have been blessed to see this effort grow and are excited to

see it continue. So mark your calendar for next year and y’all get to gluing, too.

And as soon as you get back down home here, you’re always welcome to come by and join in our Sit-n-Knit. Chillax and enjoy a few new friends. And when you aren’t here at home in South Texas, you can join us on our website at thelambsloom.com. Also, follow us on Facebook and Instagram. And, of course, we have lots of fun articles right here in Welcome Home Winter Texan.

The Lamb’s Loom is located at 1102 Tamarack in McAllen. Additional parking is available in the rear via Upas Avenue. We are open Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hometown Heroes to be Honored at MOSTHistory

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he Museum of South Texas History presents Hometown Heroes of South Texas: A Veterans Day Exhibit , a temporary exhibit featuring local veterans ending Sunday, November 27.

The Rio Grande Valley has a long history of military service, and to commemorate this service, the museum highlights four individuals who bravely served: Jerry Arteaga, Gina Guajardo, Jessica Villarreal, and Jose Villarreal.

MOSTHistory that will be played within the exhibit.

Hometown Heroes of South Texas is included in the regular Museum admission fees. MOSTHistory is open Tuesday to 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 Collections and Exhibits coordinator Melissa Peña at 956383-6911 or by email at mjpena@ mosthistory.org.

can learn more about the veterans being honored through a video produced by

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

These veterans shared their personal collection items, such as uniforms, medals, photographs, letters, and other sentimental possessions from deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan with the museum. Visitors

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

FIND A PLACE TO BELONG

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

Perspectives

God’s Greatest Gifts

By Stacy McDonald

I cannot fully articulate the beauty, vastness, and awe-inspiring goodness of the wonderful gifts God bestows upon His children. Oh, but I must try to at least give you a glimpse, a small taste of these rich and delightful delicacies!

Certainly, His greatest gift to His children is the life, death, burial, and resurrection of His Only Begotten Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus, our brother, friend, justifier, redeemer, judge, and Lord. He is everything good rolled into one. It is because of His finished work on the cross that we have a way to God, the ONLY way in fact, for He is the cornerstone, the propitiation, and the author and finisher of our faith.

The gift of salvation given us by the grace of the Father through Jesus leads us to the second-best blessing of God to His children--the indwelling of His Holy Spirit, His Spirit always with us now to comfort, guide, direct, and teach us in the narrow way to freedom and everlasting life through Christ Jesus.

We never have to walk alone again. We never have to feel in the dark—outside, castaway, betrayed,

or abandoned ever again. Jesus promises us that He will never leave us nor forsake us. We need only to call on Him, and His Spirit is there to answer us in that beautiful, still, small voice.

As beautifully amazing and comforting as this gift is, God goes a step farther, giving us even more-a voice when we are voiceless, wordless, dismayed, or overwhelmed, a voice to intercede on our behalf to

the Father, through the Son, by the Holy Spirit. When we cannot find the words, He will speak for us. When we intercede from a heart set on God’s will, He will hear and direct our prayer in accord to that perfect holy will from above. What a relief to our hearts, minds, and souls to know that Our Father in Heaven has made a way for our prayers to be effective and heard. Another burden lifted from us as we are set free by Jesus Christ.

Who would not cherish such a beautiful gift as this, a gift that not only helps us but, even more importantly, can be utilized to help others. How many times a day do we encounter people in need of prayer? Our spirit senses this need and our discernment points to it, and yet, we do not know exactly how we should approach God regarding them.

We often feel unqualified and ineffective in our intercessions, but we do not have to feel that way anymore. The important thing is that we have brought them into the throne room of God through prayer. The Holy Spirit will take care of the rest.

Likewise, the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. Romans 8:26 KJV

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

Find Your Artistic Side on South Padre Island

T he art scene on South Padre Island has grown over the years, and there are many options for art lovers planning to visit. Some of the most significant additions have been the murals around the Island. Wyland’s Whaling Wall and the new Sea Life mural are the most notable. The Wyland’s Whaling Wall is named “Orcas off the Gulf of Mexico” and is located at the South Padre Island Convention Center. This mural is designed to raise awareness of the environmental dangers orcas face.

The Sea Life mural at the Marriott is the newest and was painted by Marcos Zamudio, who previously painted smaller murals at the Marriott. His underwater mural takes in key aspects of local sea life, such as sea turtles, redfish, and the “Christ of the Fisherman” statue.

For a more active art experience, we also have the sea turtle and sandcastle art trails. These art trails

take you through South Padre Island, visiting sculptures located at various businesses and restaurants.

One of the significant proponents of art on South Padre Island is the Art Business Incubator (ABI). The primary focus of ABI is the growth of

art culture on the island. ABI does this through a residency program designed to help flourishing artists looking to open an art-related business navigate the early stages of business development. ABI also hosts various art classes throughout

the year for people interested in learning more about the art world. Upcoming courses will be holiday themed, so participants will have the perfect handmade gift.

To learn more about murals, art trails, and ABI, visit sopadre.com.

Tickets for the 2022 Western Athletic Conference (WAC)

Volleyball Tournament Available Now

G eneral admission tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for current WAC institution faculty and staff, adults ages 65+, and kids ages 3-17. Children ages two and under get in free. Groups of 10 or more can purchase tickets for $5 each. A limited number of reserved courtside seats are available for $30 each.

Single-session tickets include all games that day. The first day of competition features quarterfinal matches at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m. The second day of competition features semifinal matches at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. The final day of the tournament features the championship match at 7 p.m. Any matches featuring UTRGV, which is currently 10-1 in WAC play and tied for first place, will be at 7 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased online through UTRGVTickets.com or by contacting the UTRGV Athletics Ticket Office team of Ryela Rodriguez (956329-0884) and Eddie Galvan (956-222-2935) over the phone or through email at tickets@utrgv.edu

All-session passes, which include access to all seven matches, are also on sale. General admission all-session passes for the WAC Tournament are $25 for adults and $12 for adults ages 65+ and kids ages 3-17.

Putting your needs first can be hard. That’s why South Texas Health System® Clinics is making it easier than ever to connect with one of our many healthcare providers.

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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. Monthly lot rent $421 Call Bonnie, (956) 434-6112

1500 Evergreen Ave #31 This 2 bed, 1.5 bath recently updated condo is clean, partially furnished, and move-in ready! HOA fees included yard maintenance, exterior building upkeep and insurance, trash pick-up, and water for $110/month. Call Heather, (956) 271-3683

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. Call Heather, (956) 271-3683

2301 N Abram Road, #148 This cozy 1/1 1983 Cree Park Model has been completely remodeled with an open floorplan, new flooring, custom kitchen cabinets, and bathroom fixtures. You must see this uniquely charming home today. Call Curt, (956) 455-4195

3802 Heron Way You’ll love the spacious eat in kitchen and large utility room in this 1 bed, 1 bath RV Porthome. The covered port w/ FHU will accommodate a 45 ft RV with 4 slides. Enjoy the outdoors w/ the pergola covered courtyard. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

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3906 Mallard RV lot has FHU and a cozy coach house with a bath with shower and a kitchenette. Coach house is fully furnished and there’s even a golf cart included. RV lot is long enough for the largest RV. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

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59 Rancho Drive This 55+ community is close to shopping, restaurants, medical facilities and many activities! Enjoy 2 spacious bedrooms, large open living areas, a fenced backyard with mature trees and a shed with AC. Call Curt, (956) 455-4195

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SAVORY TREATS SWEET CRAVINGS

RECIPE CONNECTION

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

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••• Festive Cheese Ball

Submitted by Lone Star Citrus Growers

1 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened

1 (8 oz.) package cheddar cheese, grated

3 green onions with tops, chopped ½ green bell pepper, chopped

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

½ teaspoon garlic powder

1 (4 oz.) jar pimientos, chopped and drained

Salt to taste

Sandy Shares a Popular Recipe from Pennsylvania

By Sandy Olson

A mish households are known for their down-to-earth cooking using real ingredients and time-tested methods. You won’t find any escargot in these kitchens and there will be no foie gras in sight. The flavors, however, are no less enticing.

Chicken Rice Casserole

2-4 cups cooked rice

½ cup + 3 tablespoons real butter, softened ¼ cup flour

2 cups whole milk

2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules

½ teaspoon onion powder ¼ teaspoon black pepper Seasoned salt to taste

2 cups sour cream, not low-fat/ no fat

12 oz. American white cheese 4-5 cups diced cooked chicken 1 sleeve buttery crackers, crushed

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cut the cheese into thin strips and then pieces. Grease a casserole dish and press the rice into the bottom and up the sides to make a “crust.” In a heavy saucepan, combine ½ cup of the butter, the flour, and the milk. Whisk well and cook over medium heat until smooth. Add the bouillon granules, onion powder, pepper, and seasoned salt. Whisk in the sour cream and cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth. Add the diced chicken. Spread this inside the rice crust. Dot with the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Bake for 30-40 minutes.

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Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onions, bell pepper, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, pimientos, and salt. Form into one large or two small balls. Chill until serving time. (May be rolled in chopped pecans.)

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

By Eryn Reddell Wingert

CALENDAR OF EVENTS DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

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

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Biscuits & Gravy or Croissant Sandwich

07:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

1st Annual VET Fest 10:00 AM Area Agency on Aging, 301 W Railroad St, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 6823481.

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

Mission Bell Hamburger Fry 11:30 AM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

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

Kimberbell Embroidery Club 01:00 PM A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706 N 10th St, McAllen. $20.00 pp. (956) 638-1961.

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

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

Happy Hour w/Carlos Canas 03:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 9688412.

Denim & Lace @ The Tipsy Monkey 03:30 PM The Tipsy Monkey, 3700 E Exp 83, Weslaco. Free admission. (641) 751-2635.

Social Hour w/Brenda Coin 03:30 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. Pass the hat. (956) 682-8081.

90th Annual Casino Night Banquet 06:30 PM Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. 118 Paseo del Prado Ave, Edinburg. (956) 3834974.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

Dance w/Rewind 07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 5652638.

UTRGV Percussion Ensemble 07:00 PM UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. Free admission. (956)

665-3881.

UTRGV Student Composers 07:00 PM

UTRGV Library Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. Free admission. (956) 665-3881.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Craft Show & Sale 08:00 AM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 968-6223.

Hamburger/CB or Egg Salad Sandwiches

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) 565-2638.

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

Fall Festival w/Leslie Blasing 01:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (918) 527-2655.

Stash Pot Pie Club 01:00 PM A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706 N 10th St, McAllen. $85.00 pp. for year. (956) 638-1961.

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

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

Meatloaf Dinner 04:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N. FM 492 Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Dream Valley Jam 06:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. Free admission. (814) 7920204.

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

Big Band Jam 06:30 PM La Hacienda Estates, 1081 El Paseo Dr, Alamo. Free admission. (612) 644-1753.

Resaca City Casino Night 06:30 PM San Benito Chamber of Commerce, 1780 W Exp 83, San Benito. (956) 626-2559.

UTRGV New Music Ensemble 07:00 PM UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. Free Admission. (956) 665-3881.

Side Street Strutters 07:30 PM Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N Loop 499, Harlingen. Cost for admission. (956) 392-9757.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Yard Sale 09:00 AM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main, La Feria, Free admission. (956) 797-1851.

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

Country “Opry” Jam 01:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 450-0458.

Stash Pot Pie Club 01:00 PM A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706 N 10th St, McAllen. $85.00 pp. for year. (956) 638-1961.

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

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

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

King Ranch Tree Lighting & Wine Walk 05:00 PM King Ranch, 1904 Historic Train Depot. (361) 5928516.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $8.00 pp. (956) 3995125.

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

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

Dance w/Night Howlers 07:00 PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 9686223.

Dance w/Ron & Jan Easter 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 Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

Karaoke w/Mel B 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview.Tips. (956) 585-0703. UTRGV Joel Pagan, viola 07:00 PM

UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. Free admission. (956) 665-3881.

Moliére 07:30 PM UTRGV Albert L Jeffers, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. $10.00 pp. (956) 6653881.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Park Wide Rummage Sale 07:00 AM Sun Valley Village, 15659 Buttercup Ct, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 622-3151.

Ranch Hand Breakfast 07:00 AM King Ranch, Highway 141, Kingsville. $8.00 pp. (361) 592-6411.

Craft and Patio Sale 08:00 AM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. Free admission. (918) 9420177.

Fall Craft Show 0 8:00 AM Broken Horn Gifts, 3683 Durbin Rd, Raymondville. Cost for admission. (956) 330-2922.

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES

ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Park Wide Yard Sale 08:00 AM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. (956) 464-9024.

Treasure Hunt Flea Market 08:00

AM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 969-3740.

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.

Yard Sale 09:00 AM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main, La Feria, Free admission. (956) 797-1851.

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

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

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

Country Jam & Lunch 12:30 PM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 540-8463.

Kimberbell Embroidery Club 01:00 PM A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706

N 10th St, McAllen. $20.00 pp. (956) 638-1961.

Rock & Roll/Big Band Jam 02:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. Invitation only. (972) 765-3377.

Harlingen Farmers Market 03:00 PM

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

Ranch Hand Weekend Country Concert 06:30 PM JK Northway Expo Center, 503 E Escondido Rd, Kingsville. (361) 592-8516.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM

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

Dance w/Blue Wolf 07:00 PM

Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (956) 968-3140.

Dance w/Night Howlers 07:00 PM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 5291878.

Dance w/Ron Moshier 07:00 PM

Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 968-0322.

Dance w/Southern Vibes 07:00 PM

McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 7500458.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 787-7717.

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

Regan James 07:00 PM Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp. (405) 317-0655.

UTRGV Opera Theater 07:00 PM TSC Performing Arts Center, 90 Taylor Ave, Brownsville. $5.00 pp. (956) 665-3881.

Moliére 07:30 PM UTRGV Albert L Jeffers, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. $10.00 pp. (956) 6653881.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2022

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.

Cowboy Church 08:30 AM Victoria Palms Restaurant & Ballroom, 600 Kingston Way, Donna. Free admission.

Church Service 09:00 AM Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp. 77, Harlingen. (918) 595-0423.

Church Service 09:00 AM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission.

Church Service 09:00 AM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. (956) 969-3740.

Church Service 09:00 AM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. (956) 968-8412.

Yard Sale 09:00 AM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main, La Feria, Free admission. (956) 797-1851.

Church Service 09:30 AM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7839.

Church Service 09:30 AM Quiet Village II, 215 S Valley View Rd, Donna. (405) 688-9338.

Church Service 10:00 AM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

Church Service 10:00 AM All Saints’ Episcopal, 499 North Reagan Street, San Benito TX 78586

The Lighthouse Fellowship w/Vance Greek 10:00 AM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. Everyone welcome. (956) 399-5800.

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES

ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

South Padre Island Farmers Market

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

Live Music w/Steven May & Leon Mann 01:30 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 581-1033.

Moliére 02:00 PM UTRGV Albert L Jeffers, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. $10.00 pp. (956) 665-3881.

UTRGV Opera Theater 03:00 PM TSC Performing Arts Center, 90 Taylor Ave, Brownsville. $5.00 pp. (956) 665-3881.

UTRGV Percussion Ensemble 03:00 PM UTRGV Multipurpose Hall, One W University Blvd, Brownsville. (956) 882-7025.

Hamburger w/Gravy 04:00 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2022

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.

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

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill

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

Beginner to High Beginner Line Dance 02:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Donations accepted. (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.

Happy Hour w/Steven May 04:00 PM Pleasant Valley Resort, 7325 W IH 2, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 5802940.

Stuffed Pork Chops 04:00 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Farmers Market 04:30 PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd. Weslaco. (956) 969-3740.

Monday Night Hamburgers 04:30 PM

Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 5850624.

Chicken Dinner 04:30 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Palmview. (956) 585-0703. Dance w/Regan James 07:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (918) 527-2655.

UTRGV Symphony Orchestra French Connection 07:00 PM TSC Performing Arts Center, 90 Taylor Ave, Brownsville. $5.00 pp. (956) 882-7025.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2022

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

Social Jam 12:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. (956) 9688412.

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

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

Happy Hour w/Steven May 03:00 PM

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

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

Bill Haugeberg, trombone, Juan Pablo Andrade, piano 07:00 PM TSC Performing Arts Center, 90 Taylor Ave, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 882-7025.

UTRGV Symphony Orchestra French Connection 07:00 PM UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. $10.00 pp. (956) 665-3881.

Native Plant Program 07:30 PM Valley Nature Center 301 S Border St, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 969-2475.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Homemade Cake Donuts 07:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Preorder day before. (956) 585-0703.

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

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

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

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

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill

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

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00 PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-3140.

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

Social Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00 PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 969-3740.

Denim & Lace @ The Tipsy Monkey 03:30 PM The Tipsy Monkey, 3700 E Exp 83, Weslaco. Free admission. (641) 751-2635.

Happy Hour w/Southern Harmony 04:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. Pass the hat. (814) 792-0204.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

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

Native Plant Program 07:30 PM Valley Nature Center 301 S Border St, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 9692475.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Thanksgiving Lunch 01:00 PM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 581-1932.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill

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

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00

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

Ruthi Rock’n Country 08:00 PM Cristobal’s Bar & Grill, 515 N Conway Ave, Mission. Free admission. (956) 598-7307.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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

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

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

Happy Hour w/Regan James 05:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 585-2638.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $8.00 pp. (956) 3995125.

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

Dance w/Sweetwater 07:00 PM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (603) 396-2783.

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

Dance w/Vinyl Spin 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

Elida Reyna 07:00 PM Port Isabel

Event & Cultural Center, 309 Railroad St, Port Isabel. $35.00 pp. (956) 433-7195.

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

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2022

Flea Market 08:00 AM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Free admission. (956) 787-7839.

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.

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

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

Country Jam & Lunch 12:30 PM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 540-8463.

Harlingen Farmers Market 03:00 PM Harlingen CVB, 2nd & Tyler by City Hall, Harlingen. (956) 622-5053. Dance w/Susie 07:00 PM Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd,

Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 5858135.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008.

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 580-4545.

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. $7.00 pp. (956) 7877717. Doors open at 5:30 pm. BYOB, Concessions available.

Dance w/The Bottomline 07:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 7877717