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s the doors opened day one of the Winter Texan Expo and Health Fair, a stream of enthusiastic visitors fanned out across the large hall of the McAllen Convention Center. Attendees carried the Expo’s signature, bright orange, reusable bags to store pamphlets, business cards, and freebies distributed by vendors excited to share. A half hour later, musical notes emanated from the ballroom adjacent to the Expo as live entertainment offered throughout the two-day event kicked off. WINTER TEXAN EXPO 2022 CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 >>
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ountry Sunshine RV Resort residents Arlene Hirsch and Kathy Anderson always have Christmas on their minds. While cookies and carols are part of the reason why, it’s about more than just the season’s festivities. The friends and Converted Texans who hail from North Dakota and Minnesota, respectively, got involved with the park’s Christmas fundraiser benefiting local students a decade ago and are constantly trying to grow it to help more families. They help fundraise for the project year-round. When the season arrives, they purchase toiletries, clothing, and grocery gift cards to go to anonymous families from a local elementary school who are in need. “We find out how old they are, so we buy an age-appropriate gift for the children, and they’re very appreciative,” Anderson said. One major way they collect money is by creating baskets to raffle off during the park’s events and dances. With so many events to entertain the full-time and seasonal residents, the duo stays busy and is already at work for this year’s distribution.
“We have concerts here at the park, so we sell raffle tickets at the concert, as well as our weekly meetings,” Hirsch said. “Last week, already, we exceeded our goal of what we thought we would raise.” Hirsch and Anderson are able to create the baskets with items donated by their fellow residents. “The park jumps in to help. Everybody pitches in,” Anderson said. “We receive gift cards, bottles of booze and wine--lots of booze-they like that. It’s a good seller.” The mission has even spread outside of the park. Local restaurants donate vouchers to include, and they have had local school faculty visit to help assemble the baskets. In 2021, they raised enough money to help 22 families--with a total of 77 children--celebrate Christmas with necessities and gifts. “People within the park get very excited about it,” Hirsch said. “If we manage to do better one year, that’s great. If we don’t, we just continue to work with what we can do. We all enjoy the Valley so much and want to do something to give back to the community.” •
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Arbor Day Celebration Set for March 5 in McAllen It’s all about the trees
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eep McAllen Beautiful would like to invite you to the 11th Annual Arbor Day Celebration Saturday, March 5, from 7 a.m. to noon. Get active, celebrate trees, and enjoy the beautiful RGV spring weather. The Arbor Day Celebration is a fun-filled day, where anyone can participate in a timed 5K or 10K run. There is also a kids’ 2K run and a 25-mile bike tour. New this year is a Family Social Ride for those who want to bike in the outdoors with an organized group of cyclists. All events commence at McAllen Municipal Park, 1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd. All running events and the family social ride will be closed off to traffic, and bike tours will feature SAG and lawenforcement support. This event is geared toward the entire family. For those not wanting to do an inperson event, there is a virtual option available for a 100-mile, 100K, and Family Social Ride. Register online at keepmcallenbeautiful.org . If you would like the event t-shirt, registration deadline is February 14. Arbor Day is a day when we celebrate nature’s gift of trees, the tall providers of shade, fruit, fun, and habitat for many different kinds
of wildlife. This Arbor Day, you can come out and make a difference by participating in this worthwhile fundraiser to raise money to help plant more trees in McAllen and surrounding areas. Most importantly, it is an opportunity to come learn from a tree expert about planting and maintaining trees during workshops that will be offered on site that day. The event will feature a vendor area, educational activities for kids, free trees, music, and much more. Join us for a good walk, run, bike ride, food, fun, and some beautiful tree giveaways! For more information, call the Keep McAllen Beautiful office at 956-681-4562. Together, we are making our city greener, cooler, and more beautiful! •
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f you Google “sunflowers Rio Grande Valley,” quite a few articles come up with the top farms to visit in Texas, but none of the writers seem to be aware of any south of the Hill Country. However, there are sunflower fields down south, including at Tres Lagos, at the corner of Monte Cristo and Shary Roads. The best time to see them is May through June. Luckily, you don’t need a whole field to enjoy sunflowers. Last spring, sunflowers began popping up right in our back yard. •
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Each hour, door-prize-ticket numbers were announced over the loud speaker. Subsequently goody bags, gift baskets, gift certificates, and t-shirts were handed out by Welcome Home RGV’s Amie Gray and orange-clad volunteers. Later that morning, a ceremonial ribbon cutting hosted by representatives and leaders from Mexico’s State of Tamaulipas, with special guest McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos, created excitement around the Tamaulipas section of the Expo. “It’s good to be back!” mused Kristi Collier, owner of Welcome Home RGV, which puts on the Winter Texan Expo. The Expo and Health Fair showcased a variety of vendors offering information on things such as travel, financial planning, local eateries, and excursions. This year’s Expo allowed for more oneon-one engagement. Diana LeBlanc-Link has been with PPL Motorhomes for 42 years and has participated in the Expo for nearly two decades. “It’s been amazing,” she shared. “The attendance is lower, but the quality is amazing.” A focus on health-care services is paramount. Presenting sponsor South Texas Health System took every opportunity to share information with attendees regarding topics like nutrition, signs of stroke, and blood-pressure readings, to name a few. A demonstration of stretching exercises that can be done in a seated position, led by a South Texas Health System physical therapist, saw seniors sitting alongside high-school students, all joining in on the session. The Donna ISD students, looking like healthcare professionals themselves, wearing scrubs and badges, stood out from the traditional attendees of Winter Texans, retirees, and senior citizens. But there’s a growing connection between the two. “This population is continuing to grow, and we’re the future of health care,” said student Katherine Alejandro. She shared how the group learned about insurance, how health organizations operate, and health-care career opportunities. Overall, the feedback on the Expo was positive, as attendees stopped by the various Welcome Home RGV booths sharing praise of the wider aisles, entertainment lineup, and the information gathered. •
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n 1932, Paul Ord and the Young Men’s Business League came together to promote and spread word of the world’s sweetest citrus from the Rio Grande Valley. They created the Texas Citrus Fiesta, an annual celebration of a bountiful winter harvest of grapefruits and oranges from the lush, subtropical Rio Grande Valley. The 90th Diamond Anniversary Celebration started January 20 with the Texas Citrus Fiesta Carnival, and
will run until January 30. The Parade of Oranges is Saturday, January 29, starting at 2:00 p.m. at the corner of the Expressway 83 frontage road and Los Ebanos Road. For all of the details, visit the website at texascitrusfiesta.org and visit the Texas Citrus Fiesta Facebook page. For more information, call 956-585-9724 or email info@ texascitrusfiesta.org . •
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Livin’ La Vida Loca in Progreso Get your sombreros and head for the border by Gretchen Losi
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f you haven’t been to visit our neighbors to the South in Nuevo Progreso (known locally simply as Progreso) for the day because it’s a tad overwhelming and you’re not sure just where to start…it’s here. Here is where to start! Let us help take the guesswork and intimidation out of what will likely become one of your favorite places to shop and eat for the afternoon. There is so much to see and do in this colorful border town that one visit--or five—is never enough to take everything in. The streets are lined with every vendor under the rainbow, selling novelties hard to resist, including monogrammed grains of rice and dog tags, authentic sombreros and palm hats (like the Tula Hat), handmade holiday decor, wallets, purses, children’s toys, and custom jewelry, to name a few. Then there’s the food vendors. Oh, those glorious food vendors, with their elotes, churritos, and fresh fruits and vegetables, with or without a sprinkling of their traditional chamoy. There are men with coolers filled with vapor tacos, lonches, tamales, empanadas and chicharones. It’s a street foodie’s paradise. For those not brave enough to dive into the street food, have no fear. There’s a tasty restaurant on every corner. Ponchos is a long-time favorite among locals and visitors alike, a great place for friends to gather for an afternoon of live music and dancing to go with their tacos and beers. A quieter, more reserved dining experience is waiting for you just up the street at Arturo’s, where their cabrito and fajitas are legendary. They have been serving these favorites for several decades, to the delight of at least four generations in the Rio Grande Valley and Mexico. Then there are the shops. They are a bit like Disneyland for grown-ups. There is so much to see and experience, and everything is so full of color that it’s almost a stimulation overload--in the best way. In shops like Galerias and El Disco Super Center you’ll find the best Mexico has to offer in terms of pottery, handmade art, cookware,
molcajetes, and comals. They also have all the fun stuff, like lucha libre masks, wooden Mayan masks, musical instruments, and traditional home decor. And, of course, there’s the coveted Taxco silver jewelry. For the chef in your life, you’ll want to grab some Mexican vanilla (You’ll thank us later!) and some famous Mexican chocolate. While you’re at it, stop into a local tortilleria and bring home warm, fresh, corn and flour tortillas. I mean, how many people get to have tortillas they brought straight from Mexico? What a treat! There’s also a world-class collection of liquors, especially tequilas. Many of the bottles are beautifully designed and unique, more like pieces of art than bottles of booze. They make great gifts and are a favorite of many. Take note! Customs can be stinkers about this, so always verify the current regulations for the amount of liquor the law allows each person to bring into the U.S. duty-free. As with the pharmacy, if you have questions about what you can and cannot bring back to the States, ask your clerk. Most speak English and are very familiar with the laws and are happy to help you navigate them. There are also a few Facebook pages that offer tips and recommendations for planning your day, including Welcome Home RGV and Nuevo Progreso. Pro Tips: From the locals Walk, don’t drive. It’s just safer and easier all the way around. If you want a bigger item, like furniture, feel free to ask the store clerk for a “runner” who will transport your larger goods, either meeting you across the bridge that day or scheduling a delivery to your home. There is an additional charge. Dress comfortably, and don’t wear open-toed shoes. The streets can be grimy after a rain, and many sections have dirt roads. Stay on the main road with the crowds. There will be a host of loud, anxious locals screaming for your attention to take you to their pharmacy to dentist or to shop,
just as you enter Mexico. Trust us! Everything you need is right on the main street. There is no need to follow anyone you don’t know, anywhere. Bring change. You’ll need it to get into Mexico and also to get out. If you’re feeling charitable, bring all the change you have and share it with any one of the dozens of children who will have their hands out, either under the bridge or on the streets. Many will also sell you novelty items, like gum or bracelets. Fanny packs are in--at least they are here. And for the protection of your wallet and personal items, it’s suggested you wear one. (This rule applies to traveling anywhere). It makes it harder for someone’s thieving fingers to get what belongs to you. If you go to a pharmacy, do your homework first. You want to go to one that has been around a long time and has a solid reputation. Parking is on either side of FM 1015, making it easy to just walk across. The cost of parking is minimal at both lots. If you are a U.S. citizen, it’s easiest with a passport. If you don’t have one, a driver’s license or state-issued ID, along with a birth certificate, will also suffice to come back to the U.S. •
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elebrate the Year of the Tiger at the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) Sunday, January 30, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. The 10th Annual Lunar New Year Festival will feature traditional Chinese, Korean, and Taiwanese calligraphy, crafts, games, performances, and vendors. Lunar New Year Festival at IMAS is made possible with support from the IMAS Guild and a grant from Humanities Texas. Musical and dance performances will be open to visitors as part of this cultural celebration. At 1:30 p.m. Dr. Young Sin Choi, violist, and Dr. Stacy Kwak, pianist, will perform a short set. Students of Connie’s Music Studio will perform on piano at 2:15 p.m. Visitors can dance to K-pop with Levanter Dance Team at 4:00 p.m. Activities include Chinese red envelopes, story time with the McAllen Public Library, traditional Korean games and activities coordinated by Mijin Oh-Villarreal, K-pop bingo hosted by the Korean International Student Society, and calligraphy by Pierre Lu and Chandler Kang. Visitors can take a special token home by participating in fan painting for $2, while supplies last. End the day with a relaxing 10-minute meditation during Zen Time with Chandler Kang, starting at 4:20 p.m. Special vendors featuring handmade items inspired by
Chinese, Korean, and Taiwanese traditions and K-pop fashions will be on site. Participating vendors include RGVKPOPLIFE, Stardust Menu, Blvehour Shop, Adaxce Kreations, and HMG Designs, among others representing a diverse array of distinctive cultural items. “I am thankful for the support of the local Asian and Asian-American community who make it possible for IMAS to host such a rich and educational cultural event,” said IMAS Director of Education Claudia Martinez Gray. “We recognize the importance of honoring all cultures, and Lunar New Year is a significant event that we are pleased to celebrate with our community.” Special thanks to participating performers and our community partners, Korean International Student Society (K.I.S.S.), McAllen Public Library, Taiwanese American Association, and UTRGV Writing and Language Studies – Korean. Lunar New Year Festival admission is $3 or $1 for children 4-12 and Museums for All (WIC/EBT). IMAS Members and children 0-3 are always free. Face masks are required for visitors and staff. The museum offers advance ticket registration at theimasonline.org to reserve a time for your visit. •
ecently, we were at our friends’ house; they have a grandfather clock that has been silent for years. That bothered me. It bothered me because the clock… simply…was not designed to be silent, but there it stood, regal, handmade by Charlene’s grandfather, one of a pair for each sister…silent. When we took a good look at the clock, we could see the polished pride of a grandfather’s love for his kin. We could see the work of making the structure not only beautiful but strong and sturdy. Only one thing was wrong; the heart of the clock, the reason for its being, didn’t run. There was no tick, no tock, no chimes, just a silent piece of beautiful wood taking up wall space with no functionality. Pretty as the grandfather clock was, it didn’t have a purpose except to say, “Well, my grandfather made it for me, but it isn’t working now.” Curt and I took the back off, attached the chains, hung the weights, set the pendulum and started it swinging! To our surprise, the clock started ticking--tick, tock, over and over again. The hands moved, the chimes chimed. We were really proud of ourselves…until it stopped after fewer than five minutes. Darn. We thought we had it solved. We tried everything--leveling the structure, gently blowing the dust out of the clockworks, making sure the chains were on right and not hanging up. Nothing worked. It seemed the heart of the clock just was not going to run. Finally, we tried one other thing. We checked to see if the clockworks were level. After several tries, we had the mechanism level. Again, we swung the pendulum--tick, tock, tick, tock. The clock sounded different; the sound of the ticking was solid. Two hours later, and it was still running! What was the difference? A simple, theological concept. When your heart is right (level) with God, you are in sync
Robert N. Ruesch is a journalist, author, and chairman of the board of Christian Resort Ministries, which places chaplains in RV resorts in Texas and several other states. If you are interested in a chaplaincy position, go to the website at crmintl.org for more information.
(in time) with His will. When you are not level with God, you run sometimes and then quit. Then your pendulum of commitment has to be pushed to start again. Like Charlene’s clock, we need to level with God--confess our sins, lay our cares and concerns at His altar. Then, and only then, do we find our heart, like the grandfather clock, ticks on and on because we are level with Him. When we confess our sorrows, concerns, and cares, it is like the clock. He takes them and allows us to continue running. If not, the weight of our burdens causes us not to run. We simply stop until we lift our heavy weight and give it to Him. Now the house sounds with the passing of time every 15 minutes, chimes every hour. Our lives can ring out the joy, blessings, and grace, and a clarion call of time passing before our Lord comes to claim His church--and we will run for eternity. •
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Explore the Natural Side of South Padre Island at Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo Special to Welcome Home RGV
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he 26th Annual Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo returns for an entire week of speakers, shows, exhibitors, and more! The W.O.W.E. is the perfect place to see and learn all about the ecosystem of South Padre Island. The ecosystem is diverse because of the unique location of South Padre Island, as it is surrounded by the Laguna Madre Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The bay is home to many finfish and is an important feeding ground for the local and migrating birds. At the same time, the Gulf of Mexico brings in sea turtles, dolphins, and deep-sea fish people can interact with daily. To learn about any aspect of the ecosystem or to see the wildlife, you must visit the ecotourism facilities individually. With the Wildlife Expo, all these topics are brought together so visitors can get the whole experience in one convenient location. The Expo will be held at the South Padre Island Birding, Nature
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& Alligator Sanctuary and will start February 8 at 8:00 a.m. and end February 12 at 4:00 p.m. Learn about flora and fauna from experts who have dedicated their lives to learning all they can about the natural world. They make it simple enough for anyone to understand, through presentations and exhibitions. Some of the main highlights will be the live animals, such as alligators, sea turtles, snakes, and birds. Another central aspect of the Expo is informing visitors about conservation efforts on South Padre Island. Environmentalism is vital to protecting wildlife, and showing people how small gestures they make can lead to significant changes is a part of the mission. Vendors will also be selling various goods, and all purchases will be toward funding those organizations. To see the full schedule of speakers and tours, visit spibirding.com/wowe . •
Things I Have Learned
A somewhat random and reckless look at life from a fairly old guy
Sing It Loud
by Bill Ward
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“We don’t just sing; we are the song.” Louise Penny
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pending time in a South Texas RV park, it is easy to see that Winter Texans enjoy a lot of music. Some of the events I attend are jams. This is sort of like live karaoke, with individual people going on stage and sharing a song with the band. Most of it is old-style country, and the quality of the singing varies from quite bad to quite good. But as I listen, I am struck by the impression that the visuals are all wrong. Here are 75- and 85-year-old men and women on stage singing about being crazy in love, having boots under the bed, and standing by your man. In
my brain, colored by Nashville and Hollywood, these are themes to be sung by younger, prettier people. Then I got to thinking about it. Who is the more credible artist, the current, popular 22-year-old who has never sustained a relationship for more than four months or the 80-year-old whose wife or husband is sitting in the audience cheering them on? Who has the better story, the millionaire superstar on a professionally managed tour or the gal who has lived and survived life’s hard knocks and is now singing her heart out for free? Then I thought about the private moments I got to see in my professional life. I see the faithful husband sitting with his wife in our care facility every day, never missing. I see the grieving wife sitting and holding her husband’s hand as he
prepares to depart, she hanging onto him in support of every last breath. I see love-filled relationships. I see people who have been kicked hard by life, with hard-earned wrinkles and deep wounds but who have survived to be strong. I see those who have impacted their world in profound ways and who continue to do so, even in advanced age. The visuals are wrong, but that is OK. They have earned the right to sing and to sing off key if they want to. And when they do, I will believe them because they have earned the right for their stories to be heard. I’m not talking about the lyrics of their particular song. I am talking about “their” story, the one that comes through in their voice, in their courage to stand and sing before a crowd, in their spunk that keeps them engaged in life. And it’s
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Bill Ward is a retired healthcare administrator from Minnesota and a regular columnist, author, and untalented rock n’ roll musician. He winters at Casa Del Sol in Donna. You can contact Bill by email at bwward@charter.net .
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News from MOSTHistory in Edinburg Museum Pláticas Special to Welcome Home RGV
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here is so much to learn about MOSTHistory in Edinburg, and you can do that by watching Museum Pláticas on the Museum’s YouTube channel at youtube.com/c/ MOSTHistoryOrg/videos . Pláticas is Spanish for “talks.” Museum Pláticas launched in 2021 and will continue to air live monthly on Facebook and YouTube. You can follow MOSTHistory on social media to get the latest updates about when
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Lunch Time to Benefit The Lamb’s Loom Special to Welcome Home RGV
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rue confession. We did this last October without y’all, and everyone had a blast! But most of you weren’t back in your Texas home yet, so we’re at it again. You are invited to join us this Saturday for lunch. We have the opportunity to have another fundraiser with our great friends at Corner Bakery, 4021 N. 10th St. in McAllen Saturday, January 29, from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Corner Bakery is donating 15 percent of sales from dine-in, takeout, delivery, and pick-up orders to The Lamb’s Loom. It really was wonderful seeing friends last October and eating “together” for the same cause. The peeps at Corner Bakery are just wonderful, the food is “yummalicious,” and they are ready for us again this week. You can RSVP and get all of the details through this QR code. If you haven’t heard about The Lamb’s Loom, please check us out online. The short story--we are a nonprofit prayer-shawl ministry. As
a group of knitters, crocheters, and loom knitters dedicated to teaching others the gift of giving by making items to help those less fortunate, we offer classes and send handmade items with missionaries all over the world. We hope you can join us in eating out for a good cause. And please feel free to invite your friends and family. We love hearing from you, and there are lots of ways to stay in touch. You can join us on our website at thelambsloom.com, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. And, of course, there are lots of fun articles right here in Welcome Home Winter Texan. The Lamb’s Loom is located at 1102 Tamarack in McAllen. We are open Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additional parking is available in the rear via Upas Avenue. Be a PEG! Pray. Encourage. Give. Remember, The Lamb’s Loom is not just a yarn shop; it’s a ministry and a mindset. •
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ust off Military Highway in the sleepy town of Progreso Lakes is a bit of railroad history that shouldn’t be missed. Built in 1926, the Missouri Pacific Lines mastered a mission-style station that still stands beautifully today. The station was part of the Spiderweb railroad, named after its intricate network of lines of spurs. This station, and the special network to which it belonged, was responsible for many endeavors, including getting the Rio Grande Valley’s coveted agriculture to markets throughout the country. It also imported goods from Mexico and served as a community hub and citrus-production center before it closed in 1931. The station was restored some 25 years ago and has been used as a commercial building for local businesses ever since. The station is located behind Beckwith Farms, off Business FM
1015. Follow the water tower. You can’t miss it. •
Care for Every Stage of a Woman’s Life
Kristy Morales, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified physician specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. She provides a wide range of services, including: adolescent and adult gynecology; annual physicals and wellness screenings; hormone replacement therapy; minimally invasive surgery; prenatal care; ultrasounds; and Vaginal Birth After Cesarean section (VBAC). Conditions treated include abnormal bleeding, high-risk pregnancy, infertility and menopause. Dr. Morales earned her Doctor of Medicine at Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska, and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. She served four years in the Air Force before moving to the Rio Grande Valley with her family. Dr. Morales speaks English and Spanish
4302 S. Sugar Road | Suite 201 Edinburg, TX 78539 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT: Schedule online at sthsclinics.com or call 956-682-6146 Virtual Visits Available | Walk-ins Welcome Accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most medical insurance plans
Kristy Morales, MD, FACOG Obstetrics and Gynecology For language assistance, disability accommodations and the nondiscrimination notice, visit our website. 21613102-695182 1/22
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Pictured here, the ladies of La Floresta stand before the mosaic, Christ Presents His Mother.
Ladies of La Floresta on the Move in San Juan Submitted by Arleen Bier, La Floresta
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he Ladies of La Floresta recently enjoyed a guided tour of the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle National Shrine in San Juan. It is beautiful year-round but especially during the Christmas holiday. Our guide, Sister Rose, shared with us its
amazing history. Also on the grounds are life-size, bronze statues and solidoak crosses depicting the Stations of the Cross. Prior to the tour, the ladies enjoyed a delicious lunch at El Rancho Grande, also in San Juan. •
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January 26 - February 1, 2022 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2022 Golden Age Olympics, Registration is open online! Be sure to visit mcallenparks.net to register for our Golden Age Olympics events. Homemade Donuts, 07:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703. All you can Eat Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. (956) 519-8597. Bluegrass Jam, 09:00 AM, Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N. Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-5807 Plus Square Dance, 10:00 AM, Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $7.50 pp. (956) 874-8264. Bayside Fiesta Winter Music Festival, 10:30 AM, Louie’s Backyard, Join Welcome Home RGV at Louie’s Backyard! Lineup includes: Rusty Rierson, Curt James, Helen Russell & Co., Ron Moshier, Rick McEwen, Leslie Blasing. Advance tickets are
Weslaco Elks Lodge #2057
KARAOKE NIGHT 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Every Wednesday • Public Invited Dinner • 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM $10.00 a plate (menu varies)
FRIDAY DINNER Public Invited 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
$10.00 a plate (menu varies)
‘FAMOUS’ FRIED CHICKEN DINNER
Sunday • Everyone is Welcome Call to Order at 956-968-7114 or Carry-Out Available February 13 and 27 March 13 and 27
Dinners Served • $12.00/plate 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Plates include 3 Pieces of our “famous” fried chicken, green beans,mashed potatoes, cole slaw, and your choice of tea or coffee Homemade pies and cakes are available for a small extra charge
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Looking 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 Mondays at 5:00pm. •
$20; $25 at the door. Kansas Day Valley Wide, 10:30 AM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. $15.00 pp. To RSVP call (913) 369-5669. Lunch @Cafe Grande, 11:00 AM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Cost for meals. (956) 565-2638. Lynn Dvorak, 11:00 AM, Don-Wes Flea Market, 3210 E Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Free admission. (956) 464-3502. Chimney Park Lunch & Jam, 11:30 AM, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway, Mission. Cost for food. (956) 585-5061. Music Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. Rec Hall. (956) 425-7448. Riverside Dreamer River Tours, 01:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 581-1033. C-1 Square Dance w/Joe Saltel, 01:00 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage
Blvd, Pharr. $5.00 pp. (956) 874-8264. S. Airport Dr, Weslaco. Pass the hat. “War & Peace on the Rio Grande 1861- (956) 405-4350. 1867” Exhibit, 01:00 PM, McAllen Happy Hour w/The Hitman, 03:00 PM, Heritage Center, 301 S Main St, Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home McAllen. (956) 681-2862. Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. 16th Annual Mission Quilt Show, 01:00 Pass the hat. (603) 396-2786. PM, Mission Historical Museum, 200 Happy Hour w/Regan James, 03:30 E Tom Landry Ave, Mission. Free PM, Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 admission. (956) 580-8646. N Mile 2 West Rd, Mercedes. Pass Nature Exposed, 01:00 PM, McAllen the hat. (956) 376-3798. Heritage Center, 301 S Main St, McAllen. Hump Day Happy Hour, 04:00 PM, Sleepy Free admission. (956) 687-1904. Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, Acoustic Jam Session, 01:30 PM, Mission. Pass the hat. (417) 588-1588. Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Join MASA MTS for a Free Meal, 04:00 Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. PM, Arturo’s Bar & Grill, 2303 W Exp Big Band Jam, 02:00 PM, Valley View 83, Weslaco. RSVP (855) 945-1648. Estates, 2100 Vernon St. Mission. Pancake Supper, 04:30 PM, Big Free admission. (319) 210-2021. Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus 83, Happy Hour w/Carlos Canas, 03:00 PM, Donna. BYOTS. (319) 330-7724. Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Karaoke, 05:30 PM, Llano Grande Pass the hat. (956) 405-8197. Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Happy Hour w/Curt James, 03:00 PM, Free admission. (956) 565-2638. Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 Music Jam, 05:30 PM, Heritage SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 >>
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>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 781-1358. Helen Russell & Company, 07:00 Mission. (563) 340-6493. Singles Mixer, 06:00 PM, Casa Del PM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-0703. (956) 783-5008. Pre-Rounds, 06:30 PM, Alamo Palms Johnathan Len, 07:00 PM, Trophy RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Gardens RV Resort, 800 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 685-5300. Alamo. (765) 661-0612. MS/Plus Square Dance W/ Ron Mario Rosales, 07:00 PM, Pine to Betzelberger, 07:00 PM, Alamo Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 854-4589 Spittin’ Image, 07:00 PM, CountrySide 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677. Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. (918) 916-0541. Dance w/Steven May & The Southern THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2022 Knights, 07:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. Golden Age Olympics, Registration is open online! Be sure to visit (956) 787-6461. Abundance Quartet, 07:00 PM, Bit-O- mcallenparks.net to register for our Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, Golden Age Olympics events. 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $8.00 Biscuits & Gravy, 07:30 AM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm pp. (603) 396-2786. Dave Perryman, 07:00 PM, McAllen Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308. Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, RGV Valley Woodcarvers, 08:00 AM, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 682-3304. Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Encore Concert Series: Nashville Gold, Loop, Pharr. Enter at back door, 07:00 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, Everyone Welcome. (651) 485-0580 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. Tickets Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Snow to Sun start at $14.00 pp. (956) 425-7448. RV Resort, 1701 N International Festus Lives On, 07:00 PM, Winter Blvd, Weslaco. (956) 968-0322. Ranch RV Resort, 600 Hwy 495, Bluegrass Jam, 09:00 AM, Lamplighter
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MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen AM, Saltgrass Steak House, 3000 W Exp Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308. 83, McAllen. RSVP (855) 945-1648. Pickleball Mixer, 09:00 AM, Casa Country Jam, 12:30 PM, Pharr Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. South, 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Pharr. (956) 787-7839. $2.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. Square Dancing w/Neld, 10:00 AM, Fun Riverside Dreamer River Tours, 01:00 N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 581-1033. Benito. $4.00 pp. (956) 626-1293. Advance Square Dance Workshop, Mission Bell Jam, 01:00 PM, Mission 10:00 AM, Tropic Star RV Resort, Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Mission. 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $5.00 pp. Free admission. (574) 361-2947. Dulcimer Jam, 01:00 PM, Texas Trails (956) 874-8264. Country Jam, 10:00 AM, El Valle Del RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Rd Pharr. Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 782-7886. Pass the hat. (956) 585-5704. Square Dance Lessons, 01:00 PM, Lunch @Cafe Grande, 11:00 AM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Blvd, Mercedes. Cost for meals. “War & Peace on the Rio Grande 1861(956) 565-2638. 1867” Exhibit, 01:00 PM, McAllen Thursday Lunch by Ace’s BBQ, 11:00 Heritage Center, 301 S Main St, AM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S McAllen. (956) 681-2862. Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Contact 16th Annual Mission Quilt Show, 01:00 Activity Office, (956) 585-0703. PM, Mission Historical Museum, 200 Lunch & Jam Session, 11:30 AM, E Tom Landry Ave, Mission. Free Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S admission. (956) 580-8646. International Blvd. Weslaco. Free Nature Exposed, 01:00 PM, McAllen admission. (425) 501-6773. Heritage Center, 301 S Main St, McAllen. Country Jam Lunch, 11:30 AM, Pharr Free admission. (956) 687-1904. South, 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Pharr. Happy Hour w/Dixon Company Band, 03:00 (956) 787-7839. PM, The Perfect Place, 501 Bus 83, Join MASA MTS for a Free Meal, 11:30 Donna. Pass the hat. (956) 226-3433. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 19 >>
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2022 Winter Texan Economic Impact Survey
Dear Friends,
Please take a few moments to complete this survey and be automatically entered into a drawing to win two roundtrip tickets to wherever Aeromar flies, out of the McAllen International Airport, or a number of other prizes! The drawing will be held March.
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Prefer to take the survey online? Scan this QR code to get started, or go to welcomehomergv.com/survey This survey is designed to understand your experience, needs, and spending during your stay in the Valley. All responses are confidential, and individual information will not be included in the results or shared with others. For questions about this survey, contact the Data and Information Systems Center at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley at sai.mullapudi@utrgv.edu or contact Kristi Collier at (956) 687-5115 or by email at kristi@welcomehomergv.com . Q1.
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Which of the following best describes you? m Winter Texan m Converted Texan (If selected skip to Q5) How will you get to Rio Grande Valley? m Car m Pull a trailer m Drive Motorhome m Fly m RV m Other ______________________
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Counting this trip, how many years have you been coming to the Valley? ____________ Years
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What city are you from? (City where live/reside as Winter or Converted Texan)? _________________________
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What type of housing do you use while in the Valley? (Select one) m Stay with family/friends m Own RV m Hotel/Motel m Own Mobile home m Own apartment/condo m Rent Mobile home m Own home m Rent RV m Rent home m Rent apartment/condo m Other:
How long will you stay in the Valley? m Less than 3 months m 5 - 6 months m 3 - 4 months m 6 - 9 months m 4 - 5 months •••
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What are your reasons for coming to Valley? (Check all that apply) m Cost of living m Winter vacation m Close to beach m To visit Mexico m Nature activities m Friendly people m Climate m Medical reasons m Other ______________________________ If Medical reasons selected. (Select all that apply) m Dental Treatments m Eye related Surgeries m Rehab Services m Knee/Hip Surgeries m Cosmetic Surgeries m Oncology Services m Other (explain) How much in TOTAL dollars do you think you will spend while in the Valley this year? $_________________________
Q10. Do you listen to podcasts? m YES m NO Q11. Do you make purchases online? m YES m NO Q12. Would you purchase event tickets online? m YES m NO Q13. Which social media platforms do you utilize? (Select all that apply) m Facebook m Instagram m Telegram m Twitter m WhatsApp m Other __________________
Q14. What is the best way to market to prospective Winter Texans back home? (Select all that apply) m Word of mouth m Social Media Advertising m RV Rallies m Radio m Newspaper m Internet Advertising m Other (explain) Q15. If Internet advertising is selected, please list websites. ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Q16. Which of the following best describes your employment status? (Select one) m Employed full-time m Employed part-time m Other (explain) m Retired m Disabled m Unemployed m Volunteering m Work Camper Q17. Where do you volunteer? (Select all that apply) m Non-Profit m School m Hospital m RV Resort m Special events / Occasions m Other (explain) _____________________________________________ Q18. Please enter volunteering locations/names. ________________________________________ Q19. Do you travel out of Valley while you are here, quick getaways by car? m YES m NO
Fill out raffle entry form to be entered into drawing: First Name: ________________________________ Last Name: __________________________________ Park: _____________________________________ City: ________________________________________ Phone Number: __________________________________________________________________________
All entries are entered into a drawing to win 2 round trip tickets anywhere out of McAllen International Airport through Aeromar.
GRAND PRIZE THANKS TO:
Email address: ___________________________________________________________________________
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Q20. Do you travel out of Valley while you are here, by air? m McAllen Airport m Harlingen Airport m Brownsville Airport m Other ________________________________
Q28. What is the ZIP code of your primary residence? Enter 5 digit ZIP Code _______________ Q29. Including yourself, how many people are in your household while in the Valley? _____________ # number of people in the household
Q21. Do you visit South Padre Island and stay at a hotel? m YES m NO
Q30. What is your gender? m Male m Female
Q22. Do you have friends and family who come to visit? (If answered No, skip to Q27) m YES m NO
Q31. Which of the following best describes your age? (Select one) m 50-54 years old m 66-70 years old m 55-60 years old m 71-75 years old m 61-65 years old m 76 years or older
Q23. Do you have friends and family who come to visit? Please enter number of visitors. ________________________________________
Q32. Which of the following best describes your status? (Select one) m Married m Single m Widowed m Divorced/Separated
Q24. Do you have friends and family who come to visit? How many times do they visit? ________________________________________ Q25. Do you have friends and family who come to visit? Length of stay. ________________days Q26. Do you have friends and family who come to visit? Where do they stay? m Hotel m Family m Airbnb m Rent an apartment in RV resort
Q33. Please select the category your TOTAL annual household income falls under. m Less than $15,000 m $75,001 to $100,000 m $15,001 to $35,000 m $100,001 to $150,000 m $35,001 to $75,000 m More than $150,000
Q27. What is your home state or province? ________________________________________
Q34. Do you have any other comments? ____________________________________________________________
Thank you for your time to help us better your future! Completed survey forms can be mailed to: Welcome Home RGV 219 Nolana McAllen, Texas 78504
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>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 Happy Hour w/Regan James, 03:00 Big Band Jam, 06:30 PM, La Hacienda PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N Estates, 1018 El Paseo Dr, Alamo. International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the (309) 337-8711. hat. (956) 968-0322. Regan James & Brenda Coin, 06:30 PM, Encore Concert Series: Nashville Gold, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 3120 W Frontage 03:00 PM, Country Sunshine RV Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (605) 216-6703. Resort, 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Prices vary. (956) 638-3158. Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 Bus 83, Karaoke, 03:00 PM, Victoria Palms Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-4833. Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Prayer & Praise, 07:00 PM, Bibleville Pass the hat. (956) 782-3263. Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Creamy Tuscan Chicken Parmesan, 04:00 Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024. PM, Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Dance w/Hot Rodz, 07:00 PM, Pine to Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-6718. Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Join MASA MTS for a Free Meal, Weslaco. $8.00 pp.? (204) 918-0186. 04:00 PM, Saltgrass Steak House, Dance w/Leslie Blasing, 07:00 PM, 3000 W Exp 83, McAllen. RSVP Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop (855) 945-1648. 499, Harlingen. $8.00 in advance, All You Can Eat Fish Fry, 04:30 PM, Llano $10.00 at the door. (956) 423-5484. Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Dance w/Poison Ivey, 07:00 PM, Mercedes. $12.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Soup Supper, 04:30 PM, Bit-O- Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, (956) 581-1932. 1051 US Bus. 83, Donna. $4.00 pp. Jason Coleman-Floyd Cramer Story, BYOTS. (603) 396-2786. 07:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, King’s Open Mic, 06:00 PM, Acacia RV 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. & MH Park, 89 E Bus Hwy 83, Alamo. $12.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. Free admission. (956) 884-0202. Pickpocket Gene, 07:00 PM, Casa Happy Hour w/Dale & Gayle, 06:00 Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, $8.00 pp. (956) 464-9024. Pharr. (956) 787-6461. Rick McEwen, 07:00 PM, Bluebonnet
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RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $8.50 pp. (956) 585-7630.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 28, 2022 Golden Age Olympics, Registration is open online! Be sure to visit mcallenparks.net to register for our Golden Age Olympics events. All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet, 07:30 AM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $8.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. Craft Fair, 09:00 AM, Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081. Plus Square Dance w/Joe Saltel, 10:00 AM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, $2.00 pp. (956) 874-8264. Lunch @Cafe Grande, 11:00 AM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Cost for meals. (956) 565-2638. Garza Produce Truck, 11:00 AM, Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W. IH 2, Mission. (956) 580-8454. Jam Luncheon, 11:30 AM, Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Nominal charge. (956) 464-9024. Rock & Roll Jam, 12:30 PM, Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm
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Dr, Palmview. (956) 581-1932. “Opry” Jam, 01:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 450-0458. Variety Jam, 01:00 PM, Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-5807. Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. Free admission. (918) 329-1425. Riverside Dreamer River Tours, 01:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 581-1033. Bluegrass Acoustic Jam, 01:00 PM, Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S Texas Blvd. Weslaco. Invitation only. (618) 499-4813. “War & Peace on the Rio Grande 18611867” Exhibit, 01:00 PM, McAllen Heritage Center, 301 S Main St, McAllen. (956) 681-2862. 16th Annual Mission Quilt Show, 01:00 PM, Mission Historical Museum, 200 E Tom Landry Ave, Mission. Free admission. (956) 580-8646. Nature Exposed, 01:00 PM, McAllen Heritage Center, 301 S Main St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 687-1904. RC Track Racing, 01:30 PM, Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria.
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JANUARY
26 • Louie’s Backyard (SPI) Welcome Home RGV WINTERFEST • 10:30 AM 27 • Bluebonnet RV Resort (Mission) SHOW • 3 PM - 6 PM 28 • Paradise South (Mercedes) DANCE • 7 PM - 10 PM 29 • Split Rail RV (Mission) DANCE • 7 PM - 10 PM
FEBRUARY
1• Mustang Lounge (Weslaco) PUBLIC DANCE • 3 PM - 6 PM 2 • Paradise Resort (Harlingen) SHOW • 7 PM - 9 PM 3 • Tip O’ Texas (Pharr) AFTERNOON PARTY • 4 PM - 5:30 PM 4 • Sunshine RV (Harlingen) SHOW • 10:30 AM 5 • Sunset Palms RV (Brownsville) SHOW • 7 PM - 9 PM 6 • Restful Valley Ranch (Mission) AFTERNOON PARTY • 3 PM - 5 PM 8 • Mustang Lounge (Weslaco) PUBLIC DANCE • 3 PM - 6 PM 9 • Paradise South (Mercedes) AFTERNOON PARTY • 3 PM - 4:30 PM 11 • Snow To Sun (Weslaco) AFTERNOON PARTY • 3 PM - 4:30 PM 11 • Wintergreen Estates (Mission) SHOW • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 19
2022
FRIDAY DANCE
DULCIMER JAM Every Thursday JAN 27 - MAR 31 ed for New Year’s 1 PMEve - 3 PM
unless otherwise posted
7PM | $6
JAMS N SALES
ed for New Year’s Eve & BIG BAND
Rock & Roll JAM Every Saturday JAN 29 - MAR 26 2 PM - 4 PM
PARK WIDE GARAGE SALE FEB 5 • 9 AM - NOON
Jan 28 • Southern Vibes Feb 4 • Sweetwater Feb 11 • Time Machine Band Feb 18 • Jealous Heart Band Feb 25 • Sock Hop with • $7 Shake Rattle & Roll Mar 4 • Steven May & The Southern Knights Mar 11 • Southern Vibes
entertainment
Jan 30 • Dennis Perkins
3 PM - 5 PM • $7
Feb 6 • Tiny Hill Orchestra Feb 8 • Mountain Highway Feb 13 • Spittin' Image Feb 20 • Shelly & Darren Feb 22 • Pan O' Steele Feb 27 • Justin Terry Mar 6 • Tiny Hill Orchestra
3 PM - 5 PM • $0 7 PM - 9 PM • $8 3 PM - 5 PM • $8 3 PM - 5 PM • $8 7 PM - 9 PM • $5 3 PM - 5 PM • $8 3 PM - 5 PM • $0
(Ambassadors of Grace)
• Mask recommended but not required • FOR INFORMATION / TICKET PURCHASES
956-782-7886
501 W. Owassa Rd.• Pharr, TX 78577 WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS
UPCOMING DANCES • $7
7 PM - 10 PM Doors open to Public 5:30 PM Concessions and Set Ups Available BYOB • Attendance Limited to 400
Jan 29 Feb 5 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 26
• Diego • Sweetwater • Rewind • Diego • The Bottom Line Band
• $7 • $7 • $8 • $7 • $7
UPCOMING ENTERTAINMENT Concessions Available Unless Otherwise Noted
Jan 26 • Jonathan Len Jan 30 • Justin Terry Feb 6 • Adam Pope Feb 20 • Dave & Daphne Feb 27 • Jason Whorlow Mar 6 • Curt James
• $8 • $9 • $8 • $10 • $8 • $8
CRAFT FAIR • Feb 26 • 9 AM - Noon
956-685-5300 800 TX-495 • Alamo, TX 78516
www.rvresorts.com/trophy-gardens.html
Free admission. (956) 797-1851. Square Dance Lessons, 02:00 PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Mission. Free lessons. (574) 361-2947. Line Dancing, 02:00 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Children’s Haven International Benefit Concert, 02:00 PM, Rio Grande Bible College, 4300 US Bus 281, Edinburg. (956) 787-7378. Happy Hour w/Curt James, 03:00 PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 455-4195. Shake Rattle & Roll, 04:00 PM, Bentsen Palm Village RV Resort, 2500 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-5568. Friday Fish Fry, 04:30 PM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $9.00 pp. (956) 585-5551. Happy Hour & St. Jude’s Fundraiser w/ Gid R Done, 05:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 565-2638. Karaoke & Supper, 05:30 PM, Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 581-1871. Country Jam, 05:30 PM, Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. (956) 580-4477.
Friday Fish Fry, 05:30 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $11.00 adv, $12.00 door. (956) 425-7448. Karaoke, 06:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-6461. Tradewinds Jam Session, 06:00 PM, Trade Winds RV Resort, 1005 Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (574) 361-2947. Texas Citrus Fiesta Fun Fair, 06:00 PM, Leo Pena Placita Park, Corner of Exp 83 Frontage Rd & Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9724. Abundance Quartet, 06:30 PM, 1015 RV Park, 1402 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (515) 490-0418. Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $7.00 pp. (956) 399-5800. Big Band/Classic Country Jam, 07:00 PM, Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Musicians by invitation only. (956) 464-3324. Dance w/Diego, 07:00 PM, Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-2605. Dance w/Hot Rodz, 07:00 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Dance w/Pelican West, 07:00 PM, BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort,
A WILDER CORPORATION PARK
Activity Office (956) 787-5773
ENTERTAINMENT FEB 15 • Festus Lives On
• 7 PM • $8
DANCES
Doors open 6:30 PM. Tickets ahead of time or pay at the door. Singles Welcome. Concessions available, BYOB, BEST POPCORN IN THE VALLEY!
WINTER RANCH RV RESORT
FRIDAY NIGHT DANCES
Come & Enjoy a Variety of Fun Country, Rock 'n Roll & 50s, 60s, & 70s music
7 - 10 PM • $7 pp
Jan. 28 • The Castaways (Wear Your Hawaiian Shirt) Feb 4 • Retro Rockers VALENTINE'S DANCE Feb 11 • The Castaways Feb 18 • Ron Moshier • $8 Concessions Open! BYOB & Snacks Available
CRAFT SHOW | 7:30 AM - 12 PM
CRAFT SHOW • FEB 8 • 8 AM - NOON ENTERTAINMENT
Show with lots of Vendors (2 Rooms) serving Breakfast & Lunch. From 7:30 till noon. Great Pies! GREAT food! First Friday of the Month. Come Shopping! In Ballroom & Dining room.
1401 S. Cage Blvd. Pharr, TX 78577
HAPPY HOUR | 3 PM - 4:30 PM
600 State Hwy 495 Alamo, TX 78516
Texas HoeDown with FEB 11 • DJ Dan • 7 PM • $8 MAR 4 • Diego & Edith • 7 PM • $7 MAR 11 • The Fabulous • 7 PM • $10 Cruisers
FEB 4 & MAR 4
Entertainment
Jan. 26 • Festus Lives On • 7 PM • $8 Feb 1 • Spittin' Image • 7-9 PM • $8 Feb 10 • Helen Russell • 7 PM • $9 & Company
Feb 15 • William Florian • 7 PM • $7 Feb 17 • Jason Whorlow, Piano Man 7 - 9 PM • $8
Relax outside by the Rio Grande River. TRY OUR TEXAS SIZE PORK TENDERLOIN
Wednesday ................. 11am - 8pm Thursday .................... 11am - 8pm Friday ...........................11am - 8pm OPEN! Saturday .......................11am - 8pm Sunday..........................11am - 8pm
We Are
LIVE MUSIC • 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
JAN 29 & FEB 26 • SAT • Jolly Huntsmen Polka Band The Southern JAN 30 & FEB 13 • SUN • Steven May & Knights FEB 6 & FEB 20 • SUN • Renaissance Rockers
Riverside Dreamer RIVER TOURS
CALL TODAY 956-581-4477 | RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED
1 HOUR RIVER TOUR Wednesday.............1:00pm Thursday.................1:00pm Friday......................1:00pm Saturday..................1:00pm
SENIORS $12 • No Outside Beverages or Food Allowed
• Covered Cushion Seating • Enclosed Windows & Heating
956-581-1033
For More Information Please Call
www.ontheriver.net 214 E. Chimney Rd. Mission, TX
956-783-4587
2 HOUR RIVER TOUR
Additional boat rides added as needed
(Down River to Dam)
Escape the winter, become a ranch hand.
activities.texas.winterranch@gmail.com
(Pass the hat) MONDAYS • Diego & Edith TUESDAYS • Steven May THURSDAYS • Regan James FRIDAYS • Curt James
(Up River Only)
Thursday.............2:00pm Saturday..............2:00pm
SENIORS $22
$$ CASH ONLY $$
PRICE INCLUDES TAX
JAN 29 FEB 5 FEB 12 FEB 19 FEB 25
SATURDAY DANCES | 7 PM
• The Fabulous Cruisers..............• $10 • Pelican West............................ • $8 • Helen Russell & Company........ • $8 • Ron Moshier Fundraiser........... • $8 • Ron Moshier & Steven May......• $8
Special Event
FEB 26 • Route 66................................. • $7 MAR 5 • Rewind.................................... • $8 MAR 12 • Texas Country Revue............... • $7
ENTERTAINMENT
FEB 3 • Festus Lives On............................ • $8 7PM - 9 PM
FEB 23 • Helen Russell & Company........... • $8 6:30 PM - 8 PM
CRAFT SALE | JAN 27 • 8 AM - 12 PM
(956) 968-0322 1701 N. International Blvd. Weslaco, TX 78596 PRIVATE TOURS AVAILABLE
Riverside in-MissionTx
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JAM SESSIONS
MEALS
SALES
1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $10.00 Jason Coleman, 07:00 PM, Valley View pp. (603) 396-2786. Estates, 2100 Vernon St. Mission. Dance w/Regan James/Hired Hand, $7.00 & $8.00 pp. (319) 210-2021. 07:00 PM, Ranchero Village, 1900 Jason Whorlow, Piano Man, 07:00 PM, S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. $7.50 pp. Wagon City North, 2905 N Conway Ave, Mission. $9.00 pp. (763) 248-5410. (405) 812-4401. Dance w/Renaissance Rockers, 07:00 Kai Kamaka, 07:00 PM, Rio Valley PM, Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. Mayberry Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. $8.00 pp. (816) 616-8320. Lindley Creek, 07:00 PM, Eastgate MH (956) 580-4545. Dance w/South Texas Ramblers, 07:00 & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison, Harlingen. PM, Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N $10.00 pp. (815) 228-6221. Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $7.00 pp. Pat Davison Comedy Show, 07:00 PM, (956) 585-5807. Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe Dance w/Southern Vibes, 07:00 PM, St, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 519-8597. Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rick McEwen, 07:00 PM, Paradise South Rd, Pharr. $6.00 pp. (956) 782-7886. RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 West Rd, Dance w/The Castaway, 07:00 PM, Winter Mercedes. $8.00 pp. (956) 376-3798. Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Spittin’ Image, 07:00 PM, Kenwood Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-4587. RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. Sock Hop Dance w/The Fabulous $8.00 pp. (956) 797-1851. Cruisers, 07:00 PM, Bentsen Grove SATURDAY, JANUARY 29, 2022 Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-0703. Golden Age Olympics, Registration Dance w/The Howlers, 07:00 PM, is open online! Be sure to visit Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria mcallenparks.net to register for our Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 782-3263. Golden Age Olympics events. Encore Concert Series: Nashville Gold, 77 Flea Market, 05:00 AM, 5955 N 07:00 PM, Lakewood RV Resort, Expwy, Brownsville. (956) 546-5586. 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. $16.00 Saturday Morning Breakfast, 07:00 AM, Chimney Park RV Resort, pp. (956) 423-1170. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 22 >> (956) 783-5008
Entertainment RC TRACK
Fridays 1:30 PM
JAN 28 FEB 4 FEB 11
FEB 18 FEB 25
LIVE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT 7 PM - 9 PM (unless otherwise noted)
Entertainment DANCES
WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS
JAN 26 & JAN 29, 2022
JAN 28 • Spittin' Image • $8
7 PM - 9 PM TEXAS WHEELS DANCE
JAN 30 • Jamie Layton • $7
LIVE MUSIC | DAVE PERRYMAN Feb 6, 2022 • 4 PM - 6 PM • $7pp
FEB 13 • Men of A-chord • $5 FEB 20 • Greg Jones • $8 FEB 27 • Lindley Creek • $10 MAR 6 • Kai Kamaka • $7 BLUEGRASS JAM | TUESDAYS 1:30 PM • REC HALL
(956) 797-1851
(SINGLES MIXER 6-7:00 PM BYOB)
VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE TEXAS WHEELS | Feb 14, 2022 7 PM • $7pp
ENTERTAINMENT
FRI • 3-5PM • JAN 28, 2022 DAVE PERRYMAN (PASS THE HAT) FEB 28, 2022 • CURT JAMES (PASS THE HAT) ROCK & ROLL JAMS • FEB 1, 2022 TUES * MAUDE SQUAD BACK 7-9 PM | PIZZA $8 5:30-6:30PM
1201 N. Main St. La Feria, TX 78559 1048 N. Alamo Road Alamo, TX 78516
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>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21 4224 S Conway, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 585-5061. Garage Sale, 07:00 AM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd West Mission. In Ballroom. (956) 581-288. Saturday Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081. Saturday Breakfast & Jam, 08:00 AM, El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E. Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 585-5704 Park Wide Sale, 08:00 AM, Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. Rec Hall. (405) 317-0655. Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. (956) 399-5800. 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 PH 2-3 RD Dance Workshop, 10:00 AM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. Open Jam Session, 11:00 AM,
Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 US Bus. 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786. Texas Citrus Fiesta Fun Fair, 11:00 AM, Leo Pena Placita Park, Corner of Exp 83 Frontage Rd & Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9724. Open House & Welcome Hom, 11:00 AM, Magic Valley Resort, 2300 E Bus Hwy 83, Weslaco. (956) 968-8242. Beef Stew, 11:30 AM, Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-6718. Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (319) 330-7724. Country Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 581-1932. Riverside Dreamer River Tours, 01:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 581-1033. Country Jam, 01:00 PM, La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Dr, Alamo. (309) 337-8711. Electric & Acoustic Jam Session, 01:30 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam, 02:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. (956) 782-7886.
Parade of Oranges, 02:00 PM, Corner of Exp. 83 Frontage Rd, and Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9724. Shake Rattle & Roll, 02:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 405-4350. The Williamsons, 02:00 PM, Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024. Harlingen Farmers Market, 03:00 PM, Harlingen CVB, 2nd & Tyler by City Hall, Harlingen. (956) 622-5053. Kai Kamaka, 06:00 PM, Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. $8.00 pp. (956) 425-6881. Pickpocket Gene, 06:00 PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $9.00 pp. (865) 253-2514. Saturday Plus Square Dance, 06:30 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $7.50 pp. (956) 874-8264. Dance w/Curt James, 07:00 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $6.00 pp. (956) 428-4137. 60’s Party w/Ron Moshier, 07:00 PM, Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 5811871. Abundance Quartet, 07:00 PM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.
Adam Pope, 07:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9264. In the Main Hall. Dance w/Diego, 07:00 PM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 State Hwy. 495, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 685-5300. Dance w/Dug & Cathy, 07:00 PM, Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (956) 968-7171. Dance w/Gatos Locos, 07:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-1521. Dance w/Night Ryders, 07:00 PM, Posada Del Sol MH Park, 28513 S Palm Court Dr, Harlingen. Cost for admission. (956) 423-3534. Dance w/Regan James/Hired Hand, 07:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 682-3304. Dance w/Renaissance Rockers, 07:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. Dance w/Smokin’ Gun, 07:00 PM, Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp. (865) 414-2338. Dance w/South Texas Ramblers, 07:00 PM, El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E. Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.
s outh texa1 star of s8 5 5 5-5 956-5 TUES HAPPY HOUR 3 PM - 5 PM
DANCE Feb. 12 • The Night Ryders • $8 • 7PM
ENTERTAINMENT
(unless otherwise noted) Pass the bucket Jan 25 • The Hitman Feb 1 • Diego Feb 8 • Southern Harmony Feb 15 • Regan James
WED SHOWS | 7 PM
Jan. 29 • Abundance Quartet
• $8 •7PM
Feb. 5 • Shake, Rattle & Roll
• $9 • 7PM
Feb 2 • Justin Terry • $8
• $9 • 7PM
2 PM - 4 PM • $10 Feb 16 • Adam Pope • $9
Jan 26 •Abundance Quartet $8
Feb. 19 • Mountain Highway Feb. 26 • Justin Terry
• $8 • 7PM
mwractivity@missionwestrv.com
EVERY THURS SOUP SUPPER 4:30 PM | $4 All You Can Eat BYOTS • Dessert for sale
WEDNESDAYS JAM SESSION 1 PM - 3 PM Starting Jan 12th BYOB & Snacks Come & sing or play or just listen
SUNDAYS
Feb 9 • Shake Rattle & Roll
KARAOKE | 5 PM BYOB/Snacks
FRI DANCES
CRAFT FAIR
7 PM - 10 PM
BYOB & Snacks Popcorn & Soda for sale Jan 28 • Pelican West • $10 Feb 4 • The Dixon Company Band • $8
Valentine's Dance
Feb 11 • Gatos Locus • $8
FEB 11
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Breakfast for sale/Bake sale Items
PATIO SALE FEB 12
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1051 W. Bus Hwy 83 | Donna, TX 78537
www.bit-o-heaven.net
511 E. Loop 374 Palmview, Texas 78572
Bit-O-Heaven RV and Mobile Home Resort
Susan Thomas, A C T I V I T Y
DIRECTOR
603-396-2786 / fulltimers@earthlink.net
www.welcomehomergv.com
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ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS
Dance w/Star Fire, 07:00 PM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas W, Mission. $8.00 pp. (320) 492-6415. Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers, 07:00 PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 968-0322. Dance w/The Retro Rockers, 07:00 PM, Palm Gardens RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. $10.00 pp. (608) 220-7475. Encore Concert Series: Nashville Gold, 07:00 PM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. (956) 399-5800. Johnathan Len, 07:00 PM, Lemon Tree Estates, 1510 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $7.00 pp. (419) 733-6384. Justin Terry, 07:00 PM, Seven Oaks Resort, 801 S Inspiration Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-0068. Shake Rattle & Roll, 07:00 PM, Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (920) 676-3812. Sock Hop w/The Castaways, 07:00 PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 519-8597. The Williamsons, 07:00 PM, Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024. Dance w/Bushriders Dave Band, 07:30
PM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison, Harlingen. $7.50 pp. (815) 228-6221. Hawaiian Beach Party w/Leslie Blasing, 07:30 PM, Palm Resaca Mobile Home Park, 100 Tangerine Blvd, Brownsville. (956) 546-7423.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 30, 2022 Golden Age Olympics, Registration is open online! Be sure to visit mcallenparks.net to register for our Golden Age Olympics events. 77 Flea Market, 05:00 AM, 5955 N Expwy, Brownsville. (956) 546-5586. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9264. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-8221. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr. Weslaco. (956) 532-9665. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (518) 812-5858. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy, Donna. (319) 330-7724. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Hidden
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SALES
Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. AM, The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd, SPI. (956)580-4477. Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Fiesta Church Service, 09:00 AM, Trade Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. Winds RV Resort, 1005 N Stewart (956) 585-9264. In Main Hall. Rd, Mission. (965) 253-2514. Abundance Quartet, 01:30 PM, Canyon Church Service, 09:00 AM, Leisure Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 5804545. (956) 405-8197. Church Service, 09:15 AM, Sleepy Steven May & The Southern Knights, Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, 01:30 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Mission. (956) 581-1871. Chimney Rd, Mission. free admission. Church Service, 09:30 AM, Mission (956) 581-1033. Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Eldorado Acres Jam, 02:00 PM, Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. Free Mission. (865) 253-2514. Church Service, 09:30 AM, Pharr admission. (956) 581-6718. South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Dance w/Tiny Hill and his Orchestra, 03:00 PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, (956) 787-7839. Church Service, 10:00 AM, Sunshine 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. admission. (865) 253-2514. Dennis Perkins, 03:00 PM, Texas Friendship Hall. (956) 428-4137. Church Service, 10:00 AM, Palm Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Pharr. (956) 782-7886. Spaghetti & Salad, 04:00 PM, Lamplighter Donna. (956) 461-0808. Church Service, 10:30 AM, Pleasant MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Valley Resort, 7320 W IH 2, Mission. Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501. Karaoke, 05:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven (956) 580-2940. Church Service, 10:30 AM, Bibleville RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 US Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Bus. 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786. Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024. Gospel Jam, 05:30 PM, Lamplighter South Padre Island Farmers Market, 11:00 MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 24 >>
Breathe Easy with Colair **** FRIDAY DANCES ****
ALL DANCES 7:00PM-10:00PM
unless listed otherwise
Singles are Welcome
Jan 28
The Fabulous Cruisers (Sock Hop Dance) ........$10.00
Feb 4
Renaissance Rockers .................................$10.00
Tickets on Sale : Jan 7, 2022
Feb 11
4770 N. Mayberry Rd. Mission, TX 78573
Tickets on Sale : Jan 14, 2022
Valentine Dance & Treat ...........................$10.00
w/Rewind (Black & White Theme) Tickets on Sale Jan 20, 2022
DANCES with SNACK BAR RENAISSANCE ROCKERS.... • FRI • JAN 28 • 7 - 9 PM • $10
Feb 15 Feb 18 Feb 23 Feb 25
Line Dance (3 PM - 5 PM) ................................. $3.00 Poison Ivey ...............................................$10.00 Justin Terry (Wednesday Dance) ......................... $8.00 The Fabulous Cruisers................................$10.00
Mar 4
Mardi Gras Dance ......................................$10.00 w/Pelican West Tickets on Sale : Feb 11, 2022
DIEGO & EDITH................ • MON • FEB 14 • 7 - 9 PM • $9
Mar 11
The Agency ........................................................... $10.00 Tickets on Sale : Feb 18, 2022 Line Dance (3 PM - 5 PM) ............................................$3.00
SOUTHERN HARMONY........ • SAT • FEB 26 • 7 - 9 PM • $8
Mar 15
Tickets on Sale : Feb 4, 2022
**** ENTERTAINMENT **** ALL ENTERTAINMENT 7:00PM Pay at the Door (unless otherwise noted)
Jan 26 Feb 2 Feb 9
Helen Russell & Company ........................... $8.00 Abundance Quartet.................................... $8.00 Mollie B ....................................... $14 Adv / $16 Door
Feb 16 Feb 22 Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 5 Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 16
William Florian Show ................................. $8.00 Roger Wayne Show .................................... $8.00 Shake Rattle Roll Show .............................. $8.00 Dave & Daphne Show ................................. $8.00 Festus Lives On Show.................................. $8.00 Men of A-Chord Show ................................. $6.00 Highway Mountain Bluegrass Show ................... $8.00 Kai Show .............................................................$8.00
Tickets on Sale : Jan 6, 2022 • Doors Open 5:30pm
1645 S. Bentsen Palm Drive Palmview, TX 78572
956-585-0703 Paula McSpadden Activity Director
THE HOWLERS.................... • FRI • FEB 4 • 7 - 9 PM • $9
SOCK HOP
CRAFT SALE HAPPY HOUR 8 AM - 12 PM | WED MAR 10 • CURT JAMES FEB 2 & MAR 2 5:30 PM - 7 PM LUNCH AT 11:30 Pass The Hat • Snack Bar ENTERTAINMENT
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Renaissance Rockers............FEB 3 • 7 PM • $10 Sweetwater...........................FEB 10 • 7 PM • $8 Route 66................................FEB 24 • 7 PM • $8 The Fabulous Cruisers........MAR 5 • 7 PM • $10
DANCE PARTIES Street Dance & Social Hour FEB 21 • 4:30 - 6 PM
Farewell Round Dance Party MAR 20 • 4:30 - 6:30 PM
PH 2-3 RD DANCE WORKSHOP 10 AM - 12 PM • JAN 29 | FEB 5, 12, 19 & 26 JAM SESSION | 1 PM - 3 PM JAN 31 | FEB 7, 14, 21 & 28 ENTERTAINMENT JAN 30 • Jonathan Len • 6 PM • $8 FEB 6 • RGV Concert Band • 3 PM • $6 FEB 13 • Shake Rattle & Roll • 2 PM • $8 FEB 20 • William Florian • 6 PM • $8 PATIO SALE | 8 AM - 11 AM FEB 5 CRAFT SHOW | 8 AM - 12 PM FEB 9 & MAR 9
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HAPPY HOUR
Carlos Canas JAN 26 • 3-5 PM • Pass The Hat South Texas Ramblers FEB 2 • 3-5 PM • Pass The Hat The Lockhart's FEB 9 • 3-5 PM • Pass The Hat Rick McEwen FEB 16 • 3-5 PM • Pass The Hat Can Am Collision FEB 23 • 3-5 PM • Pass The Hat
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GOSPEL JAM • 1-3 PM FEB 6 | MAR 6 CHURCH SERVICE • 9 AM JAN 30 | FEB 6, 13, 20 & 27 MAR 6, 13, 20 & 27
CRAFT SHOW • FEB 17 • 8 AM - NOON QUILT SHOW • FEB 24 • 9 AM - 1 PM
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HAPPY HOUR Pass The Hat
Regan James
DANCES | 7 PM
Dug & Cathy
FEB 7 • 3 PM - 4:30 PM
JAN 29 • $7.00
FEB 22 • 3 PM - 4:30 PM
FEB 4 • $10.00
Curt James
ENTERTAINMENT 7PM | unless otherwise posted
Patsy Cline Tribute with Rainy FEB 1 • $9.00
Festus Lives On
FEB 13 • 4 PM • $8.00
Tom Wurth
FEB 20 • 7 PM • $10.00
SALES
Rewind
Valentine’s Day Dinner with Shelly & Darren FEB 14 • $20.00
Sock Hop with
Shake Rattle & Roll FEB 17 • $8.00
GARAGE SALE
MAR 5 • 7 AM - 10 AM
JAN 27 2022 Nashville Gold FEB 10 ENCORE The Tenors of Comedy FEB 24 SPECIAL Oh, Canada! MAR 3 CONCERTS The Starlets California Forever MAR 17 Matinee 3 PM • Evening Shows 7 PM / Advance Tickets $16 /$14 / $13 All tickets are sold at Country Sunshine. Activity Office (cell)
Activity Office
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ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS
>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501. $9.00 pp. (956) 685-5300. Festus Lives On, 06:00 PM, Lakewood Kai Kamaka, 07:00 PM, Valley View RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. Estates, 2100 Vernon St. Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 423-1170. $8.00 & $9.00 pp. (319) 210-2021. Johnathan Len, 06:00 PM, Alamo Pickpocket Gene, 07:00 PM, Ranchero Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Hwy 83, Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-7571. $8.00 pp. (608) 432-1440. Men of A-Chord, 06:00 PM, Llano MONDAY, JANUARY 31, 2022 Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $6.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. Golden Age Olympics, Registration PH II, III, IV RD Dance Party, 06:30 is open online! Be sure to visit PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. mcallenparks.net to register for our Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. Golden Age Olympics events. Spittin’ Image, 06:30 PM, Pharr Square Dance, 09:45 AM, Park Place South, 1402 S Cage Blvd. Pharr. Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-7839. An Evening w/Kai, 07:00 PM, Magic Line Dance & Pre-Rounds, 10:00 AM, Valley Resort, 2300 E Bus Hwy 83, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (204) 808-6156. Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Encore Concert Series: Nashville Gold, Beginner Squares, 12:00 PM, Alamo 07:00 PM, Victoria Palms Resort, Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $13.00 & Alamo. (217) 737-5677. Beginner Clogging, 12:30 PM, Tip $14.00 pp. (956) 782-3263. Faith’s Journey, 07:00 PM, Big Valley O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, (956) 787-6461. Jam w/Lester & Friends, 12:30 PM, Donna. $8.00 pp. (515) 991-3725. Jamie Layton, 07:00 PM, Kenwood RV Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-8221 Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Yellow Rose MH $7.00 pp. (956) 797-1851. Justin Terry, 07:00 PM, Trophy Gardens & RV Park, 1609 N. Main St, La Feria. RV Resort, 800 State Hwy 495, Alamo. Countryside Jam, 01:00 PM, CountrySide
HAPPY HOUR | 3:30 - 5 PM Pass The Hat
DANCE | 7 - 9:30 PM FEB 1 • Star Fire
• $7 pp
FEB 3 • Leslie Blasing
• $7 pp
FEB 8 • Diego & Edith
• $7 pp
FEB 14 • Alta The Attitude
• $7 pp
FEB 22 • Night Ryders
• $8 pp
ENTERTAINMENT JAN 29 • Kaimoa Kamaka • $8 pp FEB 10 • Shake Rattle & Roll • $8 pp FEB 18 • Roger Wayne
• $8 pp
FEB 24 • Helen Russell & Company
• $8 pp
956-425-6881
JAN 26 • Regan James FEB 2 • Diego & Edith FEB 9 • Rick McEwen (at Frankie Flave’s in Weslaco) FEB 16 • Dave Perryman FEB 23 • Regan James
ENTERTAINMENT JAN 28 • Rick McEwen • 7 PM • $8 FEB 5 • Lindley Creek • 7 PM • $8 FEB 14 • Monroe Sun • 7 PM • $8 FEB 25 • Mountain Highway • 7 PM • $7
DANCE
FEB 18 • Curt James • 7 PM • $8 CRAFT SHOW | FEB 10
8 AM - 12 PM
GARAGE SALE | FEB 26
7 AM - 12 PM Gate opens at 8 AM
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9099 N. Mile 2 West Rd. • Mercedes, TX
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HAPPY HOUR | 3 PM | WED Jan 26 • Curt James • Pass the Hat Feb 2 • Regan James • Pass the Hat Feb 9 • Diego & Edith • Pass the Hat Feb 16 • Redneck Revival • Pass the Hat Feb 23 • Larry’s Little Brothers • Pass the Hat Mar 2 • Curt James • Pass the Hat Mar 9 • Diego & Edith • Pass the Hat
DANCES | 7 - 10 PM Feb 4 • Route 66 • $8 pp Feb 18 • Jim Henson • $8 pp Feb 26 • Night Ryders • $8 pp
SHOW | 2 - 4 PM Jan 29 • Shake Rattle & Roll • $8 pp
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PARK WIDE PATIO SALE | 8 AM - 12 PM
Feb 12 • Mar 12 CRAFT FAIR | 8 AM - 12 PM Feb 19 • Mar 19 FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM $11 Advance • $12 at Door Jan 28 • Fish Fry with Helen Russell & Company Feb 11 & 25 • Mar 11 & 18
CHURCH SERVICE | 10 AM - 11 AM | SUNDAYS Jan 30 - Mar 27
2022 ENCORE SPECIAL CONCERTS All Concerts Start at 7 PM • Tickets are on sale Mon - Fri Pre-sales: Elite: $18 Preferred: $15 General: $14 Nashville Gold JAN 26 The Tenors of Comedy FEB 9 Oh, Canada! FEB 23 The Starlets MAR 2 California Forever / Rock The Boat MAR 16 Activity Office
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SALES
Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley (956) 787-7839. View Rd, Donna. (918) 916-0541 Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith, 03:00 Alamo Palms Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the W Hwy 83, Alamo. Free admission. hat. (956) 968-0322. Happy Hour w/Steven May, 04:00 PM, (956) 342-4946. Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Winter Haven Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. Village, 1015 W Sam Houston Dr, Pharr. Donations. (956) 787-6461. Beef Stroganoff, 04:00 PM, Lamplighter Free admission. (262) 957-0886. Rock & Roll Jam, 01:00 PM, MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501. Monroe St, Mission. Free admission. Monday Night Hamburgers, 04:30 PM, (956) 519-8597. Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Advanced Clogging, 01:30 PM, Tip Mission. $6.00 pp. (956) 585-0624. O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. Monday Dinner by Ace’s BBQ, 04:30 (956) 787-6461. PM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Beginner Line Dance, 01:30 PM, Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Contact Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Activity Office, (956) 585-0703. Pharr. $2.00 donation appreciated. A Taste of the Gulf, 04:30 PM, (956) 787-7839. Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West PH II-III Rd Dance Workshop, 02:00 Blvd, Mercedes. $18.75 pp. Ticket PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Deadline 1/27. (956) 565-2638. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. Monday Burgers, 05:00 PM, Paradise Square Dance Plus Workshop, 02:00 Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081. E Bus 83, Mission. $5.00 pp. Country Jam, 05:30 PM, Lamplighter (574) 361-2947. MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen High Beginner Line Dance, 02:30 PM, Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501. Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Abundance Quartet, 07:00 PM, Casa Pharr. $2.00 donation appreciated. Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 27 >>
DANCES | FRIENDSHIP HALL | 7 PM - 10 PM | $6 Jan 29 • Curt James Mar 5 • Leo Alejandro Garcia Feb 5 • Southern Vibes Country Line Feb 12 • The Castaway Mar 12 • Southern Vibes Feb 19 • Curt James Mar 19 • Curt James Feb 26 • Time Machine Mar 26 • Leslie Blasing MUSIC JAM SESSION | 12:30 PM | WED
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DANCES
TEXAS WHEELS JAN 28 • FEB 4, 11, 18 & 25 • 7 - 10 PM FEB 19 • REWIND • 7 PM
ENTERTAINMENT FEB 8 • WILLIAM FLORIAN FEB 15 • JASON WHORLOW FEB 19 • REWIND FEB 22 • TOM WURTH MAR 1 • MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY
FEB 1, 8, 15 & 22 • 1-2:30 PM
ENTERTAINMENT
• 7 PM • 6 PM • 7 PM • 7 PM • 7 PM
LUAU | MAR 15 | $15.00 pp CRAFT SALE FEB 26 & MAR 26 • 9 AM - 12 PM PATIO SALE (Park Wide | Open To Public) JAN 29 • 8 AM - 11 AM
All Concerts Start at 7 PM Tickets are on sale Mon - Fri
2022 ENCORE SPECIAL CONCERTS All Concerts Start at 7 PM • Tickets are on sale Mon - Fri Tickets range from $13, $14 & $16. Tickets at door: $14 pp Call to purchase in advance 956-315-5800
JAN 29 FEB 12 FEB 26 MAR 5 MAR 19
Nashville Gold The Tenors of Comedy Oh, Canada! The Starlets
California Forever
956-399-5125
Spittin’ Image FEB 8 • 7 PM • $8 Kenny Ray Horton FEB 22 • 7 PM • $9 Dave Perryman & The Country Revue MAR 8 • 7 PM • $7 BLUE GRASS ACOUSTIC JAM JAN 28 FEB 4, 11, 18 & 25
Nashville Gold The Tenors of Comedy Oh, Canada! The Starlets California Forever
JAN 28 FEB 11 FEB 25 MAR 4 MAR 18
956-423-1170
4525 Graham Rd. • Harlingen, TX
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JAN 27 • Leslie Blasing • 7 PM FEB 5 • Gatos Locos • 7 PM FEB 17 • The Fabulous Cruisers • 7 PM
St. Patrick’s Day Dance
MAR 17 • Pelican West • 7 PM ENTERTAINMENT SHOWS • $8 Adv • $10 Door FEB 4 • Shake Rattle & Roll • 7 PM FEB 10 • Justin Terry Show • 7 PM Valentine’s Day Show FEB 14 • Helen Russell & Company • 7 PM FEB 24 • “Prom Night” with Leslie Blasing • 7 PM FEB 26 • William Florian • 7 PM MAR 5 • “One Hit Wonders” with Curt James • 7 PM MAR 11 • Pickpocket Gene • 7 PM
CRAFT SHOW FEB 3 • 8 AM - 12 PM
(956) 968-5051
Tickets: $16.00 pp • Doors open at 6 PM Call to purchase in advance: 956-423-1170
1400 Zillock Road • San Benito, TX
DANCES • $8 Adv • $10 Door
ENTERTAINMENT
JAN 30 • Festus Lives On • 6 PM • $7
GARAGE SALE FEB 26 • 8 AM - 12 PM
956-423-5484
DANCES | 7 PM Jan 28 • The Howlers • $8 Feb 1 • Regan James
• $7
Feb 4 • The Agency
• $10
Feb 11 • The Rovers
• $8
HAPPY HOUR | 3-5 PM Pass The Hat
Feb 10 • Kenny Ray Horton Feb 24 • Curt James
CRAFT FAIR
8 AM - NOON Feb 12 • Mar 12
PATIO SALE 8 AM - 11 AM
Feb 19
Concessions Open
ALL ARE WELCOME! BYOB • Questions? call: 956-782-3263
SPECIAL CONCERTS Starts at 7 PM Ticket Sales | Mon - Fri Adv Tix Available $13/$14
Nashville Gold
JAN 30
The Tenors of Comedy
FEB 13
Oh, Canada!
FEB 27
The Starlets
MAR 6
California Forever
MAR 20
956-782-3263
2001 S Texas Blvd. • Weslaco, TX 78596
1501 N. Loop 499 • Harlingen, TX
602 N. Victoria Rd. • Donna, TX
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>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 25 $8.00 pp. (956) 464-9024. donation appreciated. (956) 787-7839. Dance w/Regan James & Route 66, Women’s Bible Study & Prayer, 09:30 07:00 PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, AM, Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. pp (956) 475-5018. (956) 787-2024. Dance w/Sweetwater, 07:00 PM, Rio A-2 Square Dance, 10:00 AM, Tropic Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (956) 532-9665. Pharr. $5.00 pp. (956) 874-8264. Helen Russell & Company, 07:00 Green Bees Quilt Show, 10:00 AM, PM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Villas Blvd. W, Mission. $9.00 pp. Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (320) 492-6415. (956) 581-1932. Pan O’ Steel, McAllen High School, Lunch @Cafe Grande, 11:00 AM, 07:00 PM, Victoria Palms Resort, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $5.00 pp. Blvd, Mercedes. Cost for meals. (956) 782-3263. (956) 565-2638. St. Jude Fundraiser w/Gid-R-Done Band, Taco Tuesday, 11:30 AM, Sleepy 07:00 PM, Palm Shadows Resort, Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Pass the Mission. $7.00 pp. (417) 588-1588. hat. (956) 461-0808. Social Jam, 12:00 PM, Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Free TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2022 admission. (956) 405-8197. Golden Age Olympics, Registration Beginner Squares, 12:00 PM, Alamo is open online! Be sure to visit Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, mcallenparks.net to register for our Alamo. (217) 737-5677. Golden Age Olympics events. Roadrunner Music Jam, 01:00 PM, Men’s Prayer & Bible Study, 08:00 Roadrunner RV Park, 1222 N Cesar AM, Bibleville Conference Grounds, Chavez Rd, Alamo. Free admission. 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (712) 259-1802. (956) 787-2024. Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Oleander Beginner Line Dance, 08:30 AM, Pharr Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway Ave, South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $2.00 Mission. Donations. (816) 447-6092.
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JAM SESSIONS
MEALS
Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 423-1170. Plus Review Workshop, 01:00 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $5.00 pp. (956) 874-8264. Old Time Dance w/Kenny & Friends, 01:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 5859264. In the Main Hall. Bluegrass Jam, 01:30 PM, Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. (956) 797-1851. PH III-IV RD Dance Workshop, 02:00 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. Line Dancing, 02:00 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Happy Hour w/Dixon Company Band, 03:00 PM, 7th Street Sports Bar & Grill, 702 E Acacia St, Alamo. Pass the hat. (956) 226-3433. Happy Hour w/Rick McEwen, 03:00 PM, Mustang Lounge, 3610 E. Expressway 83, Weslaco. (956) 246-3399. 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/Diego, 03:00 PM, BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort,
SALES
1051 US Bus. 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (603) 396-2786. Happy Hour w/Diego, 03:30 PM, BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 US Bus. 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (603) 396-2786. Rock & Roll Jam Social, 05:30 PM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp for pizza. (956) 783-5008. Curt James, 06:30 PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp (956) 475-5018. Rock & Roll Jam, 07:00 PM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008. Dance w/Star Fire, 07:00 PM, Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (956) 425-6881. Patsy Cline Tribute w/Rainy, 07:00 PM, Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. $9.00 pp. (956) 702-6819. Richard Lynch, 07:00 PM, Seven Oaks Resort, 801 S Inspiration Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-0068. Shake Rattle & Roll, 07:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (956) 787-6461. Spittin’ Image, 07:00 PM, Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587. •
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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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Fruit Basket Upset!
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• • • with Sandy Olson • • •
A
pples are everywhere! Depending on what recipe you are making, there are cooking apples and eating apples. Eating apples are generally crisp and sweet and are used raw in salads or desserts. Cooking apples are less sweet and don’t fall apart as much when cooked. They will retain their shape, even when totally cooked through and soft. This recipe uses cooking apples. • 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 to help readers enjoy the abundance of delicious fruits we find in our local markets. Sandy claims she’s been “a bit fruity” since childhood. You can contact Sandy at midwestfoodie@gmail.com.
Apple Pancakes • • • • •
2/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons white sugar ¼ teaspoon salt 4 large eggs, beaten ½ cup whole milk
• 2 cups apple slices (Honeycrisp; Golden Delicious) • ¾ cup real butter (1½ sticks), unsalted, if possible • 2 tablespoons brown sugar • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Sift together the flour, white sugar, and the salt. Beat the eggs and milk together. Gradually add the flour mixture and beat until smooth. Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a heavy skillet and sauté the apple slices until tender. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together and toss with the apples. Melt 2 more tablespoons of butter in a deep 6-inch skillet. Pour in batter to the depth of about ¼ inch, and let it firm up. When set, place ¼ of the apple slices on top and cover with more batter. Fry the pancake until lightly browned on both sides. Keep it warm while you repeat the process 3 more times to use up all the batter and apples. Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar, if desired. Cinnamon syrup can be used, as well. •
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Winter Sweetz
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Grapefruit Parfaits with Coconut Yogurt and Grapefruit Chia Jam Submitted by Winter Sweetz
Servings: 1-2
• Grapefruit chia jam (see below) • Store-bought coconut yogurt • Grain-free granola Grapefruit chia jam: • 1 grapefruit, ½ zested and juiced, ½ segmented and cut into bite-sized pieces • 1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. Chia seeds • 1 tsp. fresh ginger, grated To make chia jam, combine ingredients in a small bowl and let stand for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Layer jam with coconut yogurt and top with grain-free granola. • Winter Sweetz Texas Red Grapefruits are brought to you by Lone Star Citrus Growers. Our farmers work year-round ensuring the healthiest trees to yield the best-quality grapefruit. Lone Star Citrus Growers are also proud members of GO TEXAN.
with the Senior Ambassadors
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he Senior Ambassadors Men’s Chorus is comprised of senior men from the Rio Grande Valley and many other locations around the U.S.A. and Canada. Our members bring a broad range of musical experience and background to the group. The Senior Ambassadors’ motto is “Loving Life, Making Music.” Virgel Kroeker is in his thirteenth season as director of the chorus. The Senior Ambassadors begin rehearsals in November and perform their musical selections in many RV parks and resorts throughout the Rio Grande Valley during the months of January, February, and March. The size of the chorus fluctuates from
year to year. The Senior Ambassadors Men’s Chorus had its beginning in 1981, when eight men came together to share their love of singing. They have been entertaining audiences ever since. The members’ ages range from the 60s to the 90s. Practice sessions take place every Friday afternoon at Bentsen Grove Resort from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. If you enjoy singing, you are welcome to attend any one of our practice sessions to find out how you can join our group. For more information, call Virgel Kroeker at 612-859-7787. •
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bon appetit! with
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Tolin
White Bean Chicken Chili
ith this colder weather, our souls and stomach’s search for warm, comforting soups and chili. If you are also trying to keep things relatively healthy, here is a way to achieve both at the same time! This white bean chicken chili is super delicious and soulfully satisfying, yet also low in fat and calories. I suggest you double or triple this recipe for a crowd. Bon Appétit! • Serves 4-6 For the Chicken: • 4 split chicken breasts, bone in, skin on* • Olive oil
• Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Season generously with salt and pepper. Roast the chicken for 35 to 40 minutes, until just cooked. Let cool slightly. Separate the meat from the bones and skin; cut or shred into pieces. Set aside. *Chef’s note: If you are pressed for time, or just don’t feel like it, it is perfectly fine to use a rotisserie chicken or two from the grocery store, rather than roasting the chicken.
For the Chili:
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• 2 Tablespoons Pure Olive oil or Canola oil • 3 medium yellow onions, small diced • 2 cloves minced garlic • 2 red bell peppers, seeded and large diced • 2 yellow or orange bell peppers, seeded and large diced 1 • tsp chili powder • 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp dried red pepper flakes, or to taste • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste • 2 tsp kosher salt • 2 (28-ounce) cans diced San Marzano tomatoes, un-drained • 1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves • 1 (15-ounce) can white cannellini beans, un-drained
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Sauté the onions in the oil over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 additional minute (taking care not to burn the garlic). Add the bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne, and salt. Cook for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes to the pot with the basil. Bring to a boil, and reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the beans and cooked chicken to the chili and simmer, uncovered, for another 20 minutes. Serve with the toppings. Suggested toppings for serving: • Avocado slices • Diced red onions • Blue corn tortilla chips • Sour cream
• • • • • • • Bettina Tolin is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Austin Texas. She has cooked in the kitchens of the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island, Florida. She is currently the Executive Chef and owner of Marcello’s overlooking the historic lighthouse in Port Isabel, Texas. Marcello’s Ocean Grille & Spirits was recently written up in Texas Monthly magazine as the new trending restaurant for dinner and brunch in the South Padre Island area.
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MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE
Beautiful 2-Bedroom Aladdin Villas Mission Stunning brick home in 55+community. Open spacious living. 2-full baths, 2-car garage. 2-patios, Texas room. Superbly maintained. Quiet, efficient, clean. Highly insulated. Fully furnished. Move-in condition. (440) 254-6504, $179,971.
WANT MOBILE HOME TO MOVE Looking for 2 BR 2 Bath wind zone 2 to be moved. Hoping 10 years or under but if good shape could work. Price negotiable. Call or email with details b_willard@icloud.com 403-606-8059.
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1bed 1bath 660 sq ft 500 N.Bryan Rd L-18, Mission. furnished, newer Ref, stove, Hot water tank, washer dryer, own your lot, Metal Roof, cement slab, minimum outside maintenance, electric home, HOA, 586-255-7379/ message. $45,000 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Tiny House with RV Parking 480 sq ft tiny house is the perfect compliment to your RV lifestyle. Retama Village. 2 available $112,500. Call Carol @ Real Estate by Welcome Home 956-900-8487 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
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Pharr South home for sale Double wide fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bath in secure 55+ gated community, car port, storage shed, extra room, corner lot, excellent condition, asking $88,000. call 1 763 439 9251 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
MISCELLANEOUS / OTHER Midi For One Man Band Solton Ketron Midi SD3. Excellent sounds and many musical feats. Excellent condition w/Carrying case. Will work with you. $1,100.00. Available to test out for sound. Call EdVern Black (507) 640-0444. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
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BOSE L1 COMPACT PA SYSTEM Bose L1 Compact PA System. Great condition! Located in Donna. $550.00 (309) 738-0810 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
TAYLOR 562CE 12 STRING GUITAR Taylor 562ce 12string acoustic guitar. Brand New Condition! Literally played one time. See to believe! Paid $3000, will sell for $2000 Firm. Located in Donna Tx. (309) 738-0810 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
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1996 Allego Bay Motorhome 37’10”, gas engine, tag axle, over $28,000 in upgrades. New paint/murial. Heated floor, fireplace. Includes fully equipped shed at Tropic Star RV. Make offer. Call Gil (805)699-8411/ Rene (204)333-5642. Health Issues. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
PARK MODELS FOR SALE
Park Model for sale Sunset Palms RV Park, Brownsville. 12x36 1bed, 1bath, new kitchen & bath flooring throughout. Carport, small shed. 24 miles to South Padre, 18 miles to Boca Chica. $15,500 (715) 966-5107. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Park Model For Sale Golden Grove RV Park. Palmview. 12X32-1 bedroom, furnished, carport, corner lot. Updates, heat pump & air. New medal deck work, washer, dryer & shed. No taxes. $22,000. Call (218) 252-4719. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
SCORE Rio Grande Valley is looking for volunteers with diverse backgrounds and experience to serve in a variety of roles - business mentors, chapter administration and marketing support.
95 Casa Villa Park Model New windows, floor, air, heat, refrigerator. Laundry room, washer & dryer, reverse osmosis. Shop w/work bench & golf cart storage. Sleep number bed. Everything stays. Health problems. $22,000. (989) 292-0006.
SCORE is a non profit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow and succeed nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and has been mentoring small business owners for more than 50 years. The services of SCORE are provided FREE of charge to our clients.
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Winter Texans you do not have to be in the Valley year round to volunteer with SCORE. With today’s technology (email, zoom, cell phones) you can still continue your volunteer work when you go back up north.
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Park Model For Sale Big Valley RV Park, Donna. 12x32 Park Model, covered patio and carport, shop building, laundry building. Call Donna (573) 208-8722. Park Model for Sale, Harlingen Texas Room, 12X28 screened deck, carport, shed, washer & dryer, new heating & Air, new roof. $32,500. 785 224-7024 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Park Royal Park Model 2012 Carport, cement patio, 11x16 Texas room, three bump-outs, cathedral ceiling, open floor plan, thermopane windows, washer & dryer, walk-in shower. Like new condition. Pictures available by text. $24,000.00 call (269)436-0925. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
PATIO / CRAFT SALES Craft Sale Rio Valley Estates Rio Valley Estates, 715 N. Westgate Drive, Weslaco. Thursday, February 3, 8:00 am to noon. Craft show with Unique handmade items. Lunch Available, sandwiches, chips & pie. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
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Looking to buy or sell? Our realtors and manufactured home sales team know and understand the intricacies of the 55+ market! Let Real Estate by Welcome Home help you with all your real estate needs. Whether you are interested in real property or manufactured housing, we can assist with whatever you need! Call (956) 686-8162 or visit our website at www.realestatebywelcomehome.com. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Travel Agency Looking to plan a cruise or book your dream vacation? Let Travel by Welcome Home help you plan your perfect romantic getaway, family reunion, or group trip! Located in McAllen, 20 years of travel experience. Kristy Meyer (956) 6875115, travel@welcomehomergv.com. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
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2013 F550 6.7L RV Hauler Elite RV Hauler Body from Utility BodyWerks KELDERMAN 4 LINK REAR AIR SUSPENSION W/AIR DRYER TrailerSaver TSLB 3 bag hitch mounted on ½ Steel Plate 40,000 miles $65K. 617-816-3211 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
WANTED Now Hiring Kitchen help, Servers Bartenders. Riverside Club 214 East Chimney Road, Mission, Texas 78572. Ask for Jennifer (956) 581-1033. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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.
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