Volume 7: Issue 16: February 2, 2022 by Kristi Collier

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Last week was full of excitement, with our 1st Annual Bayside Fiesta! I have to admit, I was a little worried planning an outdoor event in January, but one thing’s for sure; Texas weather can be unpredictable (at least in the winter, anyway). But the stars aligned, and the weather cooperated, which set the stage for an incredibly fun-filled day. The entertainment was phenomenal, with Rusty Rierson, Curt James, Winnie Brave, Ron Moshier, Rick McEwen, and Leslie Blasing. That’s the entertainment dream team! While this was technically our first event on South Padre Island, we have a whole lot more planned across the Rio Grande Valley for next season. We enjoy bringing people together. It’s what we do, and we look forward to our 2nd Annual Bayside Fiesta January 25, 2023, sprinkling in some surprises along the way! Mark your calendars now so you don’t miss it! • We’re just connecting the dots,

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hey were lining up outside Louie’s Backyard on South Padre Island well before doors opened at 10 a.m. Couples, singles, friends, all anticipating a day of live music with bayside views. It was a sold-out event. Over 400 people attended the Bayside Fiesta Music Festival hosted by Welcome Home RGV January 26. The backdrop? The beautiful Laguna Madre Bay. FESTIVAL ROCKS THE BAY! CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 >>

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Alamo Couple Finds Energy, Joy Helping Others and Lynn Massingill seem to do it all. The couple, married 54 years, have called Alamo’s Trophy Gardens RV Resort home for the last seven years, but their time in the Valley dates back decades. While they left Virginia to retire full time in the RGV, they previously lived in Brownsville and other parts of Texas. The region has tremendously grown in the decades since, but there remains a familiarity that makes them feel right at home. “It isn’t totally new to us,” Glenn said. “We like the people, and we like to be warm.” Around the park, they help with the dances, church, pickleball, fundraisers, golf-cart parades, and more. “We have a good time; we don’t tell our kids half of what we do,” Lynn said. “When our daughter calls us and asks, ‘What do you guys have planned for today?’ we’re like, ‘Well, we’re going to be busy,’ but we don’t share just how busy. She wouldn’t believe it if we did.” The Massingills have even taken up selling houses, and it happened by accident. “It started off with one couple that had a nice park model here, and they decided during the summer they weren’t going to be able to come back because of health reasons,” Lynn said. “They called me and asked if I would help sell

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their house, so I did.” From then on, they’ve helped sell more than a dozen homes in the park, with Glenn handling the paperwork. “If we can help somebody else, we’ll help them,” Glenn said. “Our park is good at helping--all of us. That’s our way of making friends. If we just sat there and didn’t do anything, we would grow old. So we socialize and take part in all the different things and find ways to help.” They also stay active by traveling. Typically, they travel and visit family during the summer, but they haven’t in the past few years due to the pandemic. However, this has deepened their appreciation for the park, pushing them to be even more involved and building upon their friendships. “With COVID, we actually learned that we like it a lot down here in the summertime; it’s different,” Lynn said. “There are not nearly as many people in the park, but we like all those people and get to do a lot together during this time.” Lynn adds, the more they take on, the better off they are. “I believe you have to keep going and doing things or else pretty soon you can’t,” she said. “So this is our exercise, our entertainment; it’s all kinda mixed together.” •

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he Museum of South Texas History presents the spotlight exhibit Otis Bell’s Edinburg, in observance of Black History Month, February 1 27. In the late 1990s, Bell’s granddaughter, LaTanya Bell, was tasked with interviewing Otis Bell for a college class assignment. The oral history includes historical information about the city of Edinburg between the 1930s and early 2000s and its local families, businesses, and school system. The spotlight exhibit will feature the full oral history, photos of Otis Bell, and a variety of photographs of historic Edinburg locations. Visitors

can view the exhibit in the Annex Hallway at MOSTHistory, included in the regular Museum admission fee. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 - 5 p.m. For more information about the exhibit, please contact Collections and Exhibits Coordinator Melissa Peña at 956383-6911 or by email at mjpena@ mosthistory.org. •

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Soon, the bar was hopping and wait staff were hustling to serve draft and bottled beer, cocktails, soft drinks, and baskets piled high with fried fish or shrimp. Rusty Rierson, a well-known entertainer in the Winter Texan community with a baby face that makes one question his age, took to the stage, kicking off the day’s entertainment as he played country medleys and a tongue-in-cheek song about a questionable fur coat. Despite the chill of the morning and brief cloud cover, when Curt James the Entertainer asked from the stage if it still beat winter in the Midwest, the crowd responded in unison with a resounding, “Yes!” As patrons continued to eat, drink, dance, and laugh, James, emcee for the morning portion of the event, introduced himself as the next performer with signature humor. He brought the crowd to their feet not with his rendition of “Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Fly.” Americana duo Winnie Brave took to the stage, adapting classic hits like “9 to 5” and “Bobby McGee,” with their unique style and suitcase-drum accompaniment. By mid-day, the sun was out for good as Rick McEwen sang, played guitar, and garnered laughs from the crowd, with jokes about an encounter on the local nude beach. Later, Ron Mosher kept the partying going, working the keyboard and even the accordion, injecting a bit of polka into the mix. Leslie Blasing’s set closed the show as she incorporated impromptu duets with McEwen and Mosher, taking to the audience, microphone in hand, allowing for a front-row experience for patrons in the back. Blasing packed the dance floor with hits like “Uptown Funk.” As you might have guessed, it was a pretty spectacular way to spend a Wednesday in January. Keep an eye on Welcome Home RGV’s events page, newspaper, weekly eBlast, and social sites as it plans to build on the success of the first Bayside Fiesta Music Festival for future events. (welcomehomergv.com) •

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ational Cook Your Catch Day has just passed, but you don’t need to wait for the holiday to participate. You can come and fish-up your dinner any time of the year. South Padre Island has always been a popular fishing spot, offering bay and deep-sea fishing. If you’re looking for an inexpensive fishing trip, check out one of the local boating companies, as they provide public trips anybody can board. These fishing trips are four hours long, with the option of either an early-morning start or a trip in the late afternoon. They offer various services, such as renting fishing equipment, cleaning catches, and concessions. If you’re looking for a private fishing expedition, you also have the option of renting a private charter with the companies, or you can look for a private fishing captain so you and your group can relax and

fish at your own pace. If you plan to bring your boat, there are plenty of boat ramps available, as well. If you need any equipment, there are plenty of shops you can visit, and our local grocery store also sells fishing licenses, making South Padre Island a one-stop destination for fishing. After a successful trip, you can take your fish to one of our local eateries so they can cook your catch. Seafood is a staple on the Island, and the cooks here are experts on cooking fish. Most places offer specials when you bring in your catch and have you choose how you want your fish to be cooked; whether blackened, grilled, or fried, it’ll be delicious. End your day by the bay, all while enjoying a meal you caught yourself. For more information on the boating companies and restaurants, visit sopadre.com. •

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We are saddened by the loss of Lorena McElderry, “Renee” to all who knew her. Renee was the activity director for VIP La Feria West for many years and was very active with Welcome Home RGV. A true friend, adventurer, and cheerleader, Renee will be missed by so many. The VIP La Feria Garden Club is planting a rose garden in her memory.

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Sunday Drive to Mission

Hoping it’s just intermission at historic Rio Theater by Gretchen Losi

n 1912, a Spanish emigrant who was a bricklayer by trade, decided the people of Mission needed a place to come to hear lectures, watch plays, and be entertained. So, Juan Bautista Barbera used his skills and built El Teatro La Paz (Peace Theater). His labor of love served as a special staple of the community for generations, including as a soup kitchen during the Great Depression. After the Depression, some of Mexico’s biggest names from the silver screen could be found-there on the big screen delighting generations. The name changed, with ownership, around the end of the war in 1945 when it became the now iconic Rio Theater. It has been under ownership with that family since and, like before, also served the community in a variety of ways. There is currently an air of

uncertainty about the future of this structure. There are only one or two businesses still existing in the decaying structure. For locals, this is bittersweet, as it still holds a special place in the hearts of those who know its charm. But many are hopeful that René Barbera, the great-grandson of the original builder, will once again turn it into a labor of love so it might return to its rightful place as a sparkling jewel in Mission’s crown once again. Barbera has said on more than one occasion it is his dream to bring the theater back to the Barbera family to once again be a significant art and cultural hub for South Texas. •

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Woodcarving in the RGV Story and photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert

steady stream of people flowed through the 36th Annual Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers Show in January at the Nomad Shrine Club in Pharr. The curious browsed the individual booths showcasing various wood-carving and woodworking techniques, as hobbyists and experts shared tips. Artist Becky Anthony took Best in Show with her piece, “Leather and Lace,” a large gourd artistically manipulated to look exactly like both. Expert carvers Adair Rucker and Rich Wetherbee served as judges in a multitude of categories.

The RGV Woodcarvers group meets every Thursday, 8 a.m. to noon, October through March, at the Nomad Shrine Club in Pharr, 1044 West Nolana Loop. Vice President Fred Stenmon invites anyone interested in participating or learning the craft to come on down. “Carvers are really great people,” Stenmon said. “They’ll be happy to stop and talk to you and give you pointers.” For more information, visit rgvwoodcarvers.org or email rgvcarvers@rgvwoodcarvers.org. •

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Submitted by Gretchen Losi

have a thing about old signs. Whenever I spot one, if I have my camera handy, I’ve got to take a snap. I don’t know why, but they warm my heart. There may be a soft spot for them in all of us. •

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hat right do we have to be happy? Is being happy an entitlement, a gift given and sometimes taken away from us? Is being happy “hard-wired” in our personalities, and just why are some happier than others? Loneliness is a circumstantial choice a person can make. However, an incarcerated person in solitary confinement did not make that choice. Yet one can still choose to be lonely, happy, sad, or any other human emotions that span the feelings one can have. What keeps us from sorrow and sadness, as each emotion and feeling conjures up different emotional responses to our life circumstances? We look forward to traveling in our RV to places we have visited before because they create happiness in the planning-the trip and what we remember from the last time we were there. But sometimes disappointment sets in. This time the memories are not as sweet, precious, or exciting as we thought. Why is that? What has made the difference this time? We embellished our previous memories and created a false sense of how much fun and happiness we had, and this time is a different reality. Happiness is not a right, a privilege assigned to us at the beginning of life or our RV trip. Happiness comes from accepting the circumstances of the situation we are in now. Someone said, “We make happiness from the circumstance we are presently in, just as we can create sadness, sorrow. It is up to us to decide our emotion.” Wow. That is an emotional mouthful to digest. When we have a breakdown with the RV, we know there is a traveling schedule change and an opportunity to be upset or agree to the new timeframe. Making the best of what is offered is something we can accept. The Bible, in Psalm 46:10, says, “Be still and know that I am God.”

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Perhaps much of our happiness comes from being still and listening to the quiet, thundering voice of God as He speaks to our hearts. Although we do not see breaking down as a good thing at the time, there could be many reasons about which we are not aware--severe weather, traffic--yes, even a speed trap! When we had a tire that blew out as we were going 55 miles per hour, the incident became a positive experience. I first thought this would ruin our day, but it was just the opposite--with a divine appointment. It turned out we were in for a pleasant surprise. Not only did the repairman fix our tire, but we had a great discussion about faith and divine appointments, not just a chance meeting between RV owner and RV rescuer. We were finally on our way, safe and happy; just another example of Christian happiness, this time repairing a tire. •

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Let’s Go to Raymondville!

These boots were made for day tripping by Gretchen Losi

f you’re looking for a beautiful drive that leads you to some stunning architecture, tasty burgers, and the quintessential panadería, head to Raymondville. The drive is special, no matter what end of the city you’re driving in on. The country scenery, fields of sugarcane, and giant birds of prey fill the sky for miles. Keep your eyes open for a roadside fruit stand, and you may go home with some of the freshest Texas pecans money can buy. Once upon a time, the city was home to a couple of the world’s foremost bootmakers, Abraham and Zeferino Rios. They arrived in the Rio Grande Valley around 1925 and started their boot empire in Raymondville in 1928. Since then, their iconic boots have been worn by celebrities and world leaders, including Prince Charles. Rios eventually moved their manufacturing to Mercedes, but the original, historic building still stands. Today it is home to the Boot Co. Restaurant. Now famous for their

catfish and hamburgers, the eatery did a great job of maintaining the integrity of the original boot factory and kept the decor as an homage to the boot history that helped put the tiny town on the map. You’ll find decades-old news clippings and photos on the walls and kitschy décor, including quite a few of Rios boots, peppering the establishment. Raymondville has a couple famous burger spots the locals love, which brings us to Grandma’s Kitchen. Second only to her famous hamburgers, what the locals love most about Grandmas is her commitment to the Dallas Cowboys. Her pride can be spotted everywhere, from the Cowboys-themed Volkswagen Bug in the front parking lot to the painted murals throughout the restaurant. Another roadside stop is the Raymondville Public School. Established in 1924, it has been transformed into the Willacy County Historical Museum, highlighting the region’s accomplishments and those who helped. The structure, which also serves

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as a community center, is stunning, using the old, red-brick design from the early 1900s. If you stop, be sure to walk the halls, as the beautifully designed patriotic murals are worth the entire trip. They honor the brave men who fought in world wars and local soldiers lost in battle. The most impressive architecture in town might be the Willacy County courthouse. It’s on the main road and stands regal, with its red brick and white trim. The structure is breathtaking and takes you back to a different time, with its hand-carved wood trim. The building is so sturdy it served (and may still) as a fallout shelter. While it is currently undergoing maintenance and a makeover, it can still be viewed from the grounds that also serve as the town’s small, but impressive, Veterans Memorial. As you drive through the downtown, be sure to take in the classic, artdeco architecture of the historic Texas Theater. While no longer in business, it stands as a nostalgic reminder of simpler days, with hoop

skirts and saddle shoes. While you’re in town, be sure to stop in at Lara’s Bakery. Her traditional empanadas and conchas have kept generations smiling and coming back for more. It’s a wellknown and loved local panadería. Once you have your pan dulce, you’re ready to hit the road for one more stop. Just 20 minutes east of Raymondville is the beach at Port Mansfield. It’s worth the drive there just to see the hundreds of white-tailed deer roaming freely throughout the town and lounging on neighborhood lawns. • Boot Co. Restaurant (Bar & Grill) 205 E. Hidalgo

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February 2 - 8, 2022 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2022 Golden Age Olympics, Registration is open online! Be sure to visit mcallenparks.net to register for our Golden Age Olympics events. 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. Winter Texan Discount Day, 10:00 AM, Gladys Porter Zoo, 500 Ringgold St, Brownsville. (956) 546-7187. Ruthi’s Rock-n-Country, 11:00 AM, Don-Wes Flea Market, 208 Victoria Ave, Donna. Free admission. (956) 464-3502. Lunch @Cafe Grande, 11:00 AM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Cost for meals. (956) 565-2638. Chimney Park Lunch & Jam, 11:30 AM, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway, Mission. Cost for food.

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DANCES with SNACK BAR THE HOWLERS FRI • FEB 4 • 7 - 9 PM • $9 DIEGO & EDITH MON • FEB 14 • 7 - 9 PM • $9 SOCK HOP SOUTHERN HARMONY SAT • FEB 26 • 7 - 9 PM • $8 HAPPY HOUR

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(956) 585-5061. Music Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. Rec Hall. (956) 425-7448. 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. “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. Acoustic Jam Session, 01:30 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Happy Hour w/Regan James, 03:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 405-4350.. Happy Hour w/South Texas Ramblers, 03:00 PM, Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat.

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(956) 405-8197. Pre-Rounds, 06:30 PM, Alamo Palms Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith, 03:30 RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, PM, Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 Alamo. (765) 661-0612. N Mile 2 West Rd, Mercedes. Pass MS/Plus Square Dance W/ Ron the hat. (956) 376-3798. Betzelberger, 07:00 PM, Alamo Farmers Market at The Bryan House, Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 04:00 PM, The Bryan House, 1113 E. 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677. Mile 2 Rd, Mission (956) 330-7497. Dance w/Curt James, 07:00 PM, VIP La Hump Day Happy Hour, 04:00 PM, Sleepy Feria RV Park East, 600 E. Expwy 83, Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, La Feria. $8.00 pp. (956) 221-1447. Mission. Pass the hat. (417) 588-1588. Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Pancake Supper, 04:30 PM, Big Knights, 07:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus 83, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. Donna. BYOTS. (319) 330-7724. (956) 787-6461. Karaoke, 05:30 PM, Llano Grande Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Free admission. (956) 565-2638. Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. Music Jam, 05:30 PM, Heritage Abundance Quartet Show, 07:00 Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, PM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Mission. (563) 340-6493. Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 Singles Mixer, 06:00 PM, Casa Del pp. (956) 585-0703. Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. Diego & Edith, 07:00 PM, CountrySide (956) 783-5008. Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 >>

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>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. (956) 580-4545. (918) 916-0541. Jason Coleman, 07:00 PM, Park Place Craft Sale at Rio Valley Estates, 08:00 Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. AM, Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. (405) 596-6582. (956) 412-0375. Justin Terry, 07:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven Craft Show, 08:00 AM, Tropic Winds RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. Harlingen. (956) 423-5484. (603) 396-2786. Quilt Show & Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Lindley Creek, 07:00 PM, McAllen Orange Grove RV Park, 5005 E State Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, Hwy 107, Edinburg. (715) 764-2611. McAllen. $10.00 pp. (956) 682-3304. Bluegrass Jam, 09:00 AM, Lamplighter Rock & Roll Jam, 07:00 PM, Mission Bell MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Mission. Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308. Free Admission. (574) 361-2947. Pickleball Mixer, 09:00 AM, Casa Shake Rattle & Roll, 07:00 PM, Pine to Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, $2.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (431) 777-5449. Advance Square Dance Workshop, 10:00 AM, Tropic Star RV Resort, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2022 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $5.00 pp. Golden Age Olympics, Registration (956) 874-8264. is open online! Be sure to visit Country Jam, 10:00 AM, El Valle Del mcallenparks.net to register for our Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Golden Age Olympics events. Pass the hat. (956) 585-5704. Biscuits & Gravy, 07:30 AM, Lamplighter Thursday Lunch by Ace’s BBQ, 11:00 MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm AM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308. Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Contact RGV Valley Woodcarvers, 08:00 AM, Activity Office, (956) 585-0703. Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Lunch @Cafe Grande, 11:00 AM, Loop, Pharr. Enter at back door, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Everyone Welcome. (651) 485-0580 Blvd, Mercedes. Cost for meals. Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Canyon Lake (956) 565-2638.

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Country Jam Lunch, 11:30 AM, Pharr Happy Hour w/Dixon Company Band, 03:00 South, 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Pharr. PM, The Perfect Place, 501 Bus 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (956) 226-3433. (956) 787-7839. Lunch & Jam Session, 11:30 AM, Happy Hour w/Regan James, 03:00 Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd. Weslaco. Free International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322. admission. (425) 501-6773. Country Jam, 12:30 PM, Pharr Chari Hildenbrand, 03:00 PM, Winter South, 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Pharr. Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495 Alamo. Pass the Hat (956) 783-4587 (956) 787-7839. Mission Bell Jam, 01:00 PM, Mission Happy Hour Dance w/Curt James, Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Mission. 03:00 PM, Pine to Palm Resort, 802 Free admission. (574) 361-2947. S International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass Dulcimer Jam, 01:00 PM, Texas Trails the hat. (204) 918-0186. RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Rd Pharr. Happy Hour w/Tim Dirth, 04:00 PM, (956) 782-7886. Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. Square Dance Lessons, 01:00 PM, Donations. (956) 787-6461. Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Meatloaf Dinner, 04:00 PM, Eldorado Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. “War & Peace on the Rio Grande 1861- $8.00 pp. (956) 581-6718. 1867” Exhibit, 01:00 PM, McAllen Soup Supper, 04:30 PM, Bit-OHeritage Center, 301 S Main St, Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, McAllen. (956) 681-2862. 1051 US Bus. 83, Donna. $4.00 pp. 16th Annual Mission Quilt Show, 01:00 BYOTS. (603) 396-2786. PM, Mission Historical Museum, 200 All You Can Eat Fish Fry, 04:30 PM, Llano E Tom Landry Ave, Mission. Free Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, admission. (956) 580-8646. Mercedes. $12.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. Ladies’ Teas & Luncheon, 02:00 King’s Open Mic, 06:00 PM, Acacia RV PM, Bibleville Conference Grounds, & MH Park, 89 E Bus Hwy 83, Alamo. 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. Free admission. (956) 884-0202. (956) 787-2024. SPI Kite Fest - Indoor Kite Performances, SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 21 >>

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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 12 • Don Wes Flea Market (Weslaco) PUBLIC PARTY & DANCE • 11 AM - 3 PM 12 • Orange Grove RV (Edinburg) SHOW • 7 PM - 9 PM 13 • Don Wes Flea Market (Weslaco) PUBLIC PARTY & DANCE • 11 AM - 3 PM 14 • Private Event 15 • Mustang Lounge (Weslaco) PUBLIC DANCE • 3 PM - 6 PM 22 • Mustang Lounge (Weslaco) PUBLIC DANCE • 3 PM - 6 PM 23 • Private Event

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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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Thank you for choosing South Texas as your home away from home! There is no doubt our Winter Texans make an economic impact on the Rio Grande Valley each winter and our Converted Texans stimulate the economy year-round. Whether you are here for the first time or are a seasoned Winter or Converted Texan, I hope you will help us officially measure the impact you have on our region.

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Thank you in advance for your participation! We’re just connecting the dots,

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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.

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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 16 06:30 PM, South Padre Island PM, Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 464-9024. SPI. $12.00 pp. (956) 761-1248. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2022 Spittin’ Image, 06:30 PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Golden Age Olympics, Registration is open online! Be sure to visit Alamo. $8.00 pp (956) 475-5018. Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, mcallenparks.net to register for our Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 Bus 83, Golden Age Olympics events. Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-4833. Hugh Indoor Garage Sale, 07:00 AM, Prayer & Praise, 07:00 PM, Bibleville La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Dr, Alamo. Breakfast & Pie Sale. Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024. (309) 337-8711. Dance w/Leslie Blasing, 07:00 PM, Tropic Star Craft Show, 07:30 AM, Tropic Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. N Exp 77, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. Free admission. (956) 787-5773. All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet, 07:30 AM, (956) 425-6881. Dance w/Renaissance Rockers, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, 07:00 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, Mercedes. $8.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. 1341 W Hwy 83, Alamo. $10.00 Park Wide Sale, 08:00 AM, Lemon Tree Estates, 1510 E Bus Hwy 83, pp. (830) 613-1616. Helen Russell & Company, 07:00 Mission. sale is Weather Permitting PM, Green Gate Grove, 2135 S (409) 733-6384. Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 Plus Square Dance w/Joe Saltel, 10:00 AM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo pp. (956) 581-1932. Mariachi Nueva Tradicion, 07:00 Rd, $2.00 pp. (956) 874-8264. PM, Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N SPI Kite Fest - Outdoor Kite Festival, 10:00 Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $7.00 pp. AM, South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd, SPI. On the (218) 536-1615. Pickpocket Gene, 07:00 PM, Leisure Flats. Free admission. (956)761-1248. Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Dr, Lunch @Cafe Grande, 11:00 AM, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 529-1878. Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Sock Hop w/Shake Rattle & Roll, 07:00 Blvd, Mercedes. Cost for meals.

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(956) 565-2638. RC Track Racing, 01:30 PM, Kenwood Garza Produce Truck, 11:00 AM, RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W. IH Free admission. (956) 797-1851. 2, Mission. (956) 580-8454. Line Dancing, 02:00 PM, Park Place Luncheon, 11:30 AM, Casa Del Sol, Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Nominal (956) 412-0375. charge. (956) 464-9024. Happy Hour w/Curt James, 03:00 PM, Rock & Roll Jam, 12:30 PM, Green Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the Dr, Palmview. (956) 581-1932. hat. (956) 455-4195. Variety Jam, 01:00 PM, Bentsen Palm Afternoon Dance w/Steven May, RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, 03:00 PM, Ranchero Village, 1900 Mission. (956) 585-5807. S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Pass the hat. Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Split Rail RV (405) 812-4401. Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. Friday Fish Fry, 04:30 PM, Mission West Free admission. (918) 329-1425. Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. Bluegrass Acoustic Jam, 01:00 PM, $9.00 pp. (956) 585-5551. Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S Happy Hour w/Jaime G & The Adels, Texas Blvd. Weslaco. Invitation only. 05:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, (618) 499-4813. 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass “War & Peace on the Rio Grande 1861- the hat. (956) 565-2638. 1867” Exhibit, 01:00 PM, McAllen Karaoke & Supper, 05:30 PM, Sleepy Heritage Center, 301 S Main St, Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, McAllen. (956) 681-2862. Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 581-1871. 16th Annual Mission Quilt Show, 01:00 Country Jam, 05:30 PM, Hidden PM, Mission Historical Museum, 200 Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, E Tom Landry Ave, Mission. Free Mission. (956) 580-4477. admission. (956) 580-8646. For the Love of Art-McAllen Art Crawl, 06:00 “Opry” Jam, 01:00 PM, McAllen Mobile PM, Roosevelt’s at 7, 821 N Main St, Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. McAllen. Free admission. (956) 426-8008. Free admission. (956) 450-0458. Karaoke, 06:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 22 >>

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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 • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

PH 2-3 RD DANCE WORKSHOP 10 AM - 12 PM • FEB 5, 12, 19 & 26 JAM SESSION | 1 PM - 3 PM FEB 7, 14, 21 & 28 ENTERTAINMENT FEB 6 • RGV Concert Band • 3 PM • $6 FEB 13 • Shake Rattle & Roll • 2 PM • $8 FEB 20 • William Florian • 6 PM • $8 FEB 27 • Rusty Rierson • 6 PM • $9 MAR 13 • Men of A-Chord • 6 PM • $6

HAPPY HOUR Pass The Hat

DANCES | 7 PM Rewind FEB 4 • $10.00

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FEB 7 • 3 PM - 4:30 PM

Six Days Band

FEB 22 • 3 PM - 4:30 PM

FEB 12 • Show & Dance • $8.00

Curt James

ENTERTAINMENT 7PM | unless otherwise posted

Festus Lives On FEB 6 • 7 PM • $8.00

Tom Wurth

FEB 20 • 7 PM • $10.00

Roger Wayne Illusionist

Sock Hop with Shake Rattle & Roll FEB 17 • $8.00 The Fabulous Cruisers FEB 19 • $10.00 The Howlers

FEB 27 • 7 PM • $10.

SALES

FEB 25 • $8.00

Valentine’s Day

FEB 26 • 2 PM - 4 PM

DINNER SHOW with Shelly & Darren FEB 14 • $20.00

FEB 27 • 1 PM - 3:30 PM

MAR 5 • 7 AM - 10 AM

HOBBY SHOW QUILT SHOW

GARAGE SALE

PATIO SALE | 8 AM - 11 AM FEB 5 CRAFT SHOW | 8 AM - 12 PM FEB 9 & MAR 9

2022 The Tenors of Comedy FEB 10 FEB 24 ENCORE Oh, Canada! MAR 3 SPECIAL The Starlets MAR 17 CONCERTS California Forever Matinee 3 PM • Evening Shows 7 PM / Advance Tickets $16 /$14 / $13All tickets are sold at Country Sunshine.

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FEB 6 • Rusty Rierson • $9.00 • 7pm FEB 20 • Kenny Ray Horton • $10.00 • 7pm

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GOSPEL JAM • 1-3 PM FEB 6 | MAR 6 CHURCH SERVICE • 9 AM

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

(956) 968-8412

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. Dance w/Sundowners, 06:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9264. Mountain Highway, 06:30 PM, Winter Green Estates, 500 N Bryan Rd, Mission. $6.00 pp. (870) 404-1408. The Chamberlin’s w/Southern Express, 06:30 PM, 1015 RV Park, 1402 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (515) 490-0418. 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/Regan James, 07:00 PM, Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-2605. Dance w/The Agency, 07:00 PM, Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $10.00 pp. (956) 782-3263. Dance w/Dixon Company Band, 07:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (603) 396-2786. Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $7.00 pp. (956) 399-5800.

DANCE | 7 - 9:30 PM 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

ENTERTAINMENT FEB 5 • Lindley Creek • 7 PM • $8

FEB 10 • Shake Rattle & Roll • $8 pp FEB 18 • Roger Wayne

FEB 2 • Diego & Edith FEB 9 • Rick McEwen (at Frankie Flave’s in Weslaco) FEB 16 • Dave Perryman FEB 23 • Regan James MAR 9 • Curt James

FEB 14 • Monroe Sun • 7 PM • $8 FEB 25 • Mountain Highway • 7 PM • $7

• $8 pp

DANCE

FEB 18 • Curt James • 7 PM • $8 FEB 24 • Helen Russell & Company

• $8 pp

956-425-6881

CRAFT SHOW | FEB 10

8 AM - 12 PM

GARAGE SALE | FEB 26

7 AM - 12 PM Gate opens at 7 AM

956-376-3798

400 E. 18th Street • Weslaco, TX 78596

1201 N. Expwy 77 • Harlingen, TX

9099 N. Mile 2 West Rd. • Mercedes, TX

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Dance wRetro Rockers, 07:00 PM, Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587. Dance w/High Country Band, 07:00 PM, Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $7.00 pp. (515) 490-4727. Dance w/Renaissance Rockers, 07:00 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-0703. Dance w/Rewind, 07:00 PM, Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. $10.00 pp. (956) 638-3158. Dance w/Roger Kenastons & High Country Band, 07:00 PM, Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (515) 490-4727. Dance w/Route 66, 07:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 405-4350. Dance w/Sweetwater, 07:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Rd, Pharr. $6.00 pp. (956) 787-6538. Dance w/The Howlers, 07:00 PM, Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 580-4545. Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers, 07:00 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W. Business 83, Harlingen. $10.00 pp. (956) 412-0375. Festus Lives On, 07:00 PM, Restful

HAPPY HOUR | 3 PM | WED 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

Main Office

956-968-3140 1501 S. Airport Dr. • Weslaco, TX

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www.welcomehomergv.com

JAM SESSIONS

MEALS

Country Line Mar 12 • Southern Vibes Mar 19 • Curt James Feb 26 • Time Machine Mar 26 • Leslie Blasing MUSIC JAM SESSION | 12:30 PM | WED Feb 19 • Curt James

Feb 2, 9, 16 & 23 • Mar 2, 9, 16 & 23

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 Feb 11 & 25 • Mar 11 & 18

CHURCH SERVICE | 10 AM - 11 AM | SUNDAYS Feb 6 - 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 The Tenors of Comedy FEB 9 FEB 23

Oh, Canada! The Starlets

MAR 2

California Forever / Rock The Boat

MAR 16

Activity Office

Main Office

956-425-7448 956-428-4137 1900 Grace Ave. • Harlingen, TX

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JAM SESSION

DANCES

TEXAS WHEELS FEB 4, 11, 18 & 25 • 7 - 10 PM FEB 19 • REWIND • 7 PM

ENTERTAINMENT FEB 8 • WILLIAM FLORIAN

Valentine’s Day with

FEB 8, 15 & 22 1-2:30 PM • 7 PM

• JASON WHORLOW • REWIND • TOM WURTH • MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY

FEB 15 FEB 19 FEB 22 MAR 1

• 6 PM • 7 PM • 7 PM • 7 PM

LUAU | MAR 15 | $15.00 pp

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

CRAFT SALE FEB 26 & MAR 26 • 9 AM - 12 PM

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

ENTERTAINMENT

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 FEB 4, 11, 18 & 25

(956) 968-5051

Tickets: $16.00 pp • Doors open at 6 PM Call to purchase in advance: 956-423-1170

The Tenors of Comedy

FEB 11

The Tenors of Comedy

FEB 12

Oh, Canada!

FEB 25

Oh, Canada!

FEB 26

The Starlets

MAR 4

The Starlets

MAR 5

California Forever

MAR 19

California Forever

MAR 18

956-399-5125

956-423-1170

1400 Zillock Road • San Benito, TX

4525 Graham Rd. • Harlingen, TX

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DANCES • $8 Adv • $10 Door

DANCES | FRIENDSHIP HALL | 7 PM - 10 PM | $6 Feb 5 • Southern Vibes Mar 5 • Leo Alejandro Feb 12 • The Castaway

Welcome Home WINTER TEXAN • • • February 2, 2022 23

SALES

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2022 Valley Ranch, 7130 W. IH 2, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 519-8650. Golden Age Olympics, Registration Jamie Layton, 07:00 PM, Winter is open online! Be sure to visit Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Houston mcallenparks.net to register for our Dr, Pharr. (308) 289-2201. Golden Age Olympics events. Justin Terry, 07:00 PM, Rio Valley Saturday Morning Breakfast, 07:00 Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. AM, Chimney Park RV Resort, $8.00 pp. (816) 616-8320. 4224 S Conway, Mission. $5.00 Leslie Blasing, 07:00 PM, Mission pp. (956) 585-5061. Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Huge Indoor Garage Sale, 07:00 AM, Mission. $8.00 pp. (574) 361-2947. La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Pickpocket Gene, 07:00 PM, Kenwood Dr, Alamo. Breakfast & Pie Sale. RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. (309) 337-8711. $8.00 pp. (956) 797-1851. Annual GBS Park Sale, 07:00 AM, Rick McEwen, 07:00 PM, Sunset Green Bay South Community, 13949 Palms Park, 1900 Grace Ave, Club Dr, La Feria. Free admission. Harlingen. (956) 428-4137. (906) 282-8680. Shake Rattle & Roll, 07:00 PM, Tropic Flea Market, 07:00 AM, Wagon City Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, North, 2905 N Conway Ave, Mission. Harlingen. $8.00 in advance, $10.00 (763) 248-5410. at the door. (956) 423-5484. Saturday Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Paradise Spittin’ Image, 07:00 PM, Eastgate MH Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison, Harlingen. Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081. $8.00 pp. (815) 228-6221. Yard Sale, 08:00 AM, Bentsen Palm Time Machine, 07:30 PM, Enchanted RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe Street, Mission. (965) 585-5807. Mission. $9.00 (956) 519-8597 Breakfast Brunch, 08:00 AM, Aladdin In Six Days, 08:00 PM, Frankie Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd West Flav’z Craft Burger House, 1322 Mission. $6.00pp S. International, Weslaco. Free Saturday Breakfast & Jam, 08:00 AM, admission. (956) 373-5688 El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E. Bus Hwy 83, SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 24 >>

Garcia

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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

DANCES | 7 PM Feb 4 • The Agency Feb 8 • Texas Wheels

ENTERTAINMENT • $10 • $7

Feb 11 • The Rovers

• $8

VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE

Feb 14 • William Florian

• $10

LADIES NIGHT

Feb 16 • Ron Moshier • $8 Feb 18 • The Fabulous Cruisers • $10 Feb 25 • Tom Wurth $10 advance $12 at door MARDI GRAS PARTY

Mar 1 • The Howlers

ST. PATRICK’S DAY

Mar 17 • The Rovers

• $8 • $8

Feb 20 • Shake Rattle & Roll • $10 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

MAR 5 • “One Hit Wonders” with Curt James • 7 PM

SPECIAL CONCERTS

MAR 11 • Pickpocket Gene • 7 PM

Starts at 7 PM Ticket Sales | Mon - Fri Adv Tix Available $13/$14

CRAFT SHOW FEB 3 • 8 AM - 12 PM

FRIDAY JAM SESSIONS Every Friday • 1 PM - 3 PM

956-423-5484

The Tenors of Comedy Oh, Canada! The Starlets California Forever

FEB 13 FEB 27 MAR 6 MAR 20

956-782-3263

2001 S Texas Blvd. • Weslaco, TX 78596

1501 N. Loop 499 • Harlingen, TX

602 N. Victoria Rd. • Donna, TX

Visit us at RVontheGo.com • RVSouthTexas.com

February 2, 2022 • • • Welcome

DANCE

Home WINTER TEXAN • • • www.welcomehomergv.com

ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 585-5704 North San Juan Community Center, Park Wide Sale, 08:00 AM, Lemon 509 E Earling Rd, San Juan. $65.00 Tree Estates, 1510 E Bus Hwy 83, pp. (956) 383-1026. Mission. sale is Weather Permitting Lakewood Village Garage Sale, 09:00 (409) 733-6384. AM, Lakewood Village, 4515 Graham Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Alamo Palms RV Rd, Harlingen. (734) 637-1076. Resort, 1341 W Bus Hwy 83. Alamo. Rummage Sale at Autumn Acres, Rock & Mineral Show, 08:00 AM, 09:00 AM, Autumn Acres, 5034 Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Boca Chica Blvd, Brownsville. Bentsen Palm Drive, Palmview. Free McAllen Farmers Market, 10:00 AM, admission. (956) 585-7011 McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. Yard Sale, 08:00 AM, Sleepy Valley 23rd St, McAllen. (956) 255-0190 Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, Mission. PH 2-3 RD Dance Workshop, 10:00 Free admission. (417) 588-1588. AM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. McAllen Center City Market, 08:30 AM, Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. Vine-Upas-Tamarack St, McAllen. Lynn Dvorak, 11:00 AM, Don-Wes Flea Free admission. Market, 3210 E Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Llano Grande Craft Fair, 09:00 AM, Free admission. (956) 464-3502. Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Smoked Sausage & Sauerkraut, 11:30 Blvd, Mercedes. Free admission. AM, Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, (956) 565-2638. Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-6718. Brownsville Farmers’ Market, 09:00 Ladies Luncheon, 12:00 PM, Valley AM, Linear Park, 1534 E 6th St, View Estates, 2100 Vernon St. Mission. Brownsville. $10.00 pp. (319) 210-2021. Growing Growers Farmers Market, Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Big Valley 09:00 AM, Fireman’s Park, 201 1st Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, St, McAllen. (956) 330-6410. Donna. (319) 330-7724. Jackson Street Market Days, 09:00 AM, Country Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Downtown Harlingen, For information Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen call (956) 423-4041. Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 581-1932. “Gardening 101” Class, 09:00 AM, Country Jam, 01:00 PM, La Hacienda

JAM SESSIONS

MEALS

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. Afternoon With Helen Russell, 02:00 PM, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway, Mission. $8.00 (956) 585-5061 The Craguns, 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. Saturday Plus Square Dance, 06:30 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $7.50 pp. (956) 874-8264. Dance w/Hired Hand, 07:00 PM, Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-1871. Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. Dance w/Gatos Locos, 07:00 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $8.00 in advance, $10.00 at the door. (956) 423-5484.

SALES

Dance w/Hot Rodz, 07:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-1521. Dance w/Justin Terry, 07:00 PM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd. West, Mission. $8.00 pp. (320) 492-6415. Dance w/Pelican West, 07:00 PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $TBA pp. (956) 968-0322. Dance w/Southern Vibes, 07:00 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $6.00 pp. (956) 425-7448. Dance w/Steven May and Southern Knights, 07:00 PM, Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. $8.00 (865) 414-2338 Dance w/Sweetwater Band, 07:00 PM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 State Hwy. 495 Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 685-5300. Dance w/Agency, 07:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $12.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. Festus Lives On, 07:00 PM, La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paso Dr, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (309) 337-8711. Larry’s Little Brothers, 07:00 PM, Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp.

**** FRIDAY DANCES ****

Located in the HEART of the RGV! Friday Night Dances • 7 - 10 PM Ice and Set-ups available Please NO BILLS larger than a $20

Feb. 4 • REGAN JAMES • 7 PM • $7 Feb. 11 • STEVEN MAY • 7 PM • $7 Feb. 18 • DIEGO • 7 PM • $7 Feb. 25 • POISON IVEY • 7 PM • $10 Mar. 4 • CURT JAMES • 7 PM • $7 Entertainment Feb. 15 • MARIO ROSALES • 7 PM • $7

Happy Hour FEB 8 • SHAKE RATTLE & ROLL • 3 PM (Pass the hat)

Craft Sale Feb. 18 • 8 AM - 12 PM

Quilt Show Feb. 24 • NOON - 3 PM WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU! DIVISION OF WILDER LLC

Randy & Nancy Zuleger, Act.Dir. (956) 783-2605 938 S. Alamo Road Alamo, TX 78516

alamoroseactivities938@gmail.com

ALL DANCES 7:00PM-10:00PM

unless listed otherwise

Singles are Welcome

Jan 28

The Fabulous Cruisers (Sock Hop Dance) ........$10.00 Tickets on Sale : Jan 7, 2022

Feb 4

Renaissance Rockers .................................$10.00

Feb 5 Feb 11 Feb 15 Feb 18 Feb 23 Feb 25 Mar 4 Mar 11

The Agency ........................................................... $10.00 Tickets on Sale : Feb 18, 2022

ALL ENTERTAINMENT 7:00PM Pay at the Door (unless otherwise noted)

Feb 16 Feb 22 Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 5 Mar 8 Mar 9 Mar 16

JAMS N SALES

DULCIMER JAM Every Thursday Tickets on Sale : Jan 14, 2022 FEB 3 - MAR 31 Rock Show (8 AM - Noon, Breakfast & Lunch served)... $10.00 1 PMEve - 3 PM **Advance Ticket Sales required for New Year’s Valentine Dance & Treat ...........................$10.00 w/Rewind (Black & White Theme) Tickets on Sale Jan 20, 2022 BIG BAND & Line Dance (3 PM - 5 PM)................................. $3.00 Rock & Roll JAM Poison Ivey ...............................................$10.00 Every Saturday FEB 5 - MAR 26 Justin Terry (Wednesday Dance) ......................... $8.00 2 PM - 4 PM The Fabulous Cruisers................................$10.00 Tickets on Sale : Feb 4, 2022 PARK WIDE Mardi Gras Dance ......................................$10.00 GARAGE SALE FEB 19 • 9 AM - NOON w/Pelican West Tickets on Sale : Feb 11, 2022

**** ENTERTAINMENT **** Feb 2 Feb 9

FRIDAY DANCE

2022

Abundance Quartet.................................... $8.00 Mollie B ....................................... $14 Adv / $16 Door Tickets on Sale : Jan 6, 2022 • Doors Open 5:30pm

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

1645 S. Bentsen Palm Drive Palmview, TX 78572

956-585-0703 Paula McSpadden Activity Director

7PM | $6

unless otherwise posted

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 Mar 18 • The Bottom Line Band Mar 25 • South Texas Ramblers

entertainment Feb 6 • Tiny Hill Orchestra 3 PM - 5 PM • $0 Feb 8 • Mountain Highway 7 PM - 9 PM • $8 Feb 13 • Spittin' Image 3 PM - 5 PM • $8 Feb 20 • Shelly & Darren 3 PM - 5 PM • $8 Feb 22 • Pan O' Steele 7 PM - 9 PM • $5 Feb 27 • Justin Terry 3 PM - 5 PM • $8 Mar 6 • Tiny Hill Orchestra 3 PM - 5 PM • $0 Mar 13 • Senior Ambassadors 3 PM - 5 PM • $6 • 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

Feb 5 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 26

• Sweetwater • Rewind • Diego • The Bottom Line Band

• $7 • $8 • $7 • $7

UPCOMING ENTERTAINMENT Concessions Available Unless Otherwise Noted

Feb 6 • Adam Pope

• $8

Feb 20 • Dave & Daphne

• $10

Feb 27 • Jason Whorlow

• $8

Mar 6 • Curt James

• $7

CRAFT FAIR • Feb 26 • 9 AM - Noon

956-685-5300 800 TX-495 • Alamo, TX 78516

www.rvresorts.com/trophy-gardens.html

www.welcomehomergv.com

DANCE

ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

(956) 585-7630. Lindley Creek, 07:00 PM, Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 West Rd, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 376-3798. Men of A-Chord, 07:00 PM, Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (814) 795-0204. Pickpocket Gene, 07:00 PM, Seven Oaks Resort, 801 S Inspiration Rd, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 581-0068. Shake Rattle & Roll, 07:00 PM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $9.00 pp. (956) 585-0624. The Colliers, 07:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9264. In Main Hall. The Craguns, 07:00 PM, Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024. Dance w/The Beers, 07:30 PM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison, Harlingen. $7.50 pp. (815) 228-6221.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2022 Golden Age Olympics, Registration is open online! Be sure to visit mcallenparks.net to register for our Golden Age Olympics events. 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 Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. (956)580-4477. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Trade Winds RV Resort, 1005 N Stewart Rd, Mission. (965) 253-2514. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. (956) 405-8197. Church Service, 09:00 AM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9264. Church Service, 09:15 AM, Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, Mission. (956) 581-1871. Church Service, 09:30 AM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (865) 253-2514. Church Service, 09:30 AM, Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr.

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JAM SESSIONS

MEALS

SALES

(956) 787-7839. Tres Lagos Farmers’ Market, 02:00 Church Service, 10:00 AM, PM, Tres Lagos, 4250 Tres Lagos Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Blvd, McAllen. (956) 205-0605. Ave, Harlingen. Friendship Hall. Tiny Hill and his Orchestra, 03:00 PM, (956) 428-4137. Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Church Service, 10:00 AM, Palm Rd, Pharr. (956) 782-7886. Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Rio Grande Valley Concert Band, 03:00 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, Donna. (956) 461-0808. Church Service, 10:30 AM, Pleasant 1341 W Hwy 83, Alamo. $6.00 pp. Valley Resort, 7320 W IH 2, Mission. (956) 787-7571. (956) 580-2940. Dave Perryman, 04:00 PM, Casa Del Church Service, 10:30 AM, Bibleville Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. Conference Grounds, 1346 N Cesar $7.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024. Karaoke, 05:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven South Padre Island Farmers Market, RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 US 11:00 AM, The Shores, 8605 Padre Bus. 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786. Gospel Jam, 05:30 PM, Lamplighter Blvd, SPI. Gospel Jam, 01:00 PM, Leisure MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Free Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501. PH II, III, IV RD Dance Party, 06:30 admission. (956) 405-8197. Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Fiesta PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. Adam Pope, 07:00 PM, Trophy Gardens (956) 585-9264. In Main Hall. Renaissance Rockers, 01:30 PM, RV Resort, 800 State Hwy 495, Alamo. Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney $8.00 pp. (956) 685-5300. Rd, Mission. free admission. Helen Russell & Company, 07:00 PM, Magic Valley Resort, 2300 E Bus Hwy 83, (956) 581-1033. Eldorado Acres Jam, 02:00 PM, Eldorado Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (204) 808-6156. Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. Free Men of A-Chord, 07:00 PM, Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. admission. (956) 581-6718. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 26 >>

Weslaco Elks

A WILDER CORPORATION PARK

Lodge #2057

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!

KARAOKE NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT | 7 PM | $7 FEB 10 • MONROE SUN with

ADAM POPE • $8

FEB 21 • REDNECK REVIVAL• $7 FEB 24 • JUSTIN TERRY • $8

Valentine's Day

ut! Dinner old o & Show ner s

din

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

Dinner is at 6 PM Monday, February 14, 2022. Show ONLY will start at 7 PM. Tickets for show only may be purchased at the door. DANCES| 7 PM | $8 unless otherwise posted

CRAFT SHOW | 7:30 AM - 12 PM

FEB 3 • S OCK HOP with "SHAKE RATTLE & ROLL" FEB 17 • SMOKIN' GUN • $7

FEB 4 & MAR 4

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

SHOW ONLY IS $8 AT DOOR!

FRIDAY LUNCHES

11:30 PM - 12:30 PM

CRAFT SHOW | FEB 7 | 8 AM - NOON

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

1415 Aladdin Villas W

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DANCES | 7 unless PMotherwise - 10noted PM Feb 5, SAT • Justin Terry • $8 Feb 14, MON • Tom Wurth Dinner & Dance • $20 Meal & Dance: $20 • Adv tix dance: $13 Dance Tix at door: $15 (no meal tix sold at door) Feb 19, SAT • Dixon Company Band • $10 Feb 26, SAT • Smokin' Guns • $8 MONDAY'S ENTERTAINMENT | 7 PM - 9 PM Jan 31 • Helen Russell & Co.

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>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 25 $5.00 pp. (956) 797-1851. Prices varies. (956) 581-6718. Shake Rattle & Roll, 07:00 PM, Big Beginner Squares, 12:00 PM, Alamo Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus 83, Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (515) 991-3725. Alamo. (217) 737-5677. Beginner Clogging, 12:30 PM, Tip MONDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2022 O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. Golden Age Olympics, Registration (956) 787-6461. is open online! Be sure to visit Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Yellow Rose mcallenparks.net to register for our MH & RV Park, 1609 N. Main St, Golden Age Olympics events. La Feria. Biscuits & Gravy w/Scrambled Eggs, 07:30 Countryside Jam, 01:00 PM, AM, Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Palmview. $6.00 pp. (956) 581-6718. Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. Craft Show, 08:00 AM, Casa Del Sol, (918) 916-0541 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Free Alamo Palms Jam Session, 01:00 admission. (956) 464-9024. PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 Park Wide Yard Sale, 08:00 AM, W Hwy 83, Alamo. Free admission. Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, (956) 342-4946. Palmview. (956) 581-6718. Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Winter Square Dance, 09:45 AM, Park Place Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. Houston Dr, Pharr. Free admission. (956) 412-0375. (262) 957-0886. Line Dance & Pre-Rounds, 10:00 AM, Rock & Roll Jam, 01:00 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Harlingen. (956) 412-0375. Monroe St, Mission. Free admission. WinterFest & Expo, 10:00 AM, South (956) 519-8597. Padre Island Convention Center, Advanced Clogging, 01:30 PM, Tip 7355 Padre Blvd, South Padre O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. Island. Free Admission. (956) 787-6461. Craft Fair Luncheon, 10:30 AM, Eldorado PH II-III Rd Dance Workshop, 02:00 Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. (956) 783-5008

Entertainment DANCES

WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS

FEB 2 • 9 • 12 • 16 • 19 • 23 • 26 7 PM - 9 PM TEXAS WHEELS DANCE

(SINGLES MIXER • 6-7:00 PM • BYOB)

LIVE MUSIC | DAVE PERRYMAN Feb 6, 2022 • 4 PM - 6 PM • $7pp

Entertainment FEB 4 FEB 11 Fridays 1:30 PM

RC TRACK

FEB 18 FEB 25

LIVE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT 7 PM - 9 PM (unless otherwise noted)

FEB 13 • Men of A-chord • $5 FEB 20 • Greg Jones • $8 FEB 27 • Lindley Creek • $10 MAR 6 • Kai Kamaka • $7

VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE TEXAS WHEELS | Feb 14, 2022 7 PM • $7pp

BLUEGRASS JAM | TUESDAYS

FRI • 3-5 PM

YARD SALE | MAR 5

ENTERTAINMENT

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 - 6:30 PM

1:30 PM • REC HALL 8 AM - 12 PM

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JAM SESSIONS

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SALES

Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. Dance w/South Texas Ramblers, Square Dance Plus Workshop, 02:00 PM, 07:00 PM, Rio Valley Estates, 715 Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (319) 431-7632. Mission. $5.00 pp. (574) 361-2947. Happy Hour w/Regan James, 03:00 Jason Coleman, 07:00 PM, Hidden PM, Country Sunshine RV Resort, Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. Pass the $8.00 (865) 414-2338 hat. (956) 638-3158. Justin Terry, 07:00 PM, Palm Shadows Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith, 03:00 Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N $8.00 pp. (956) 461-0808. International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the Mollie B & Squeezebox, 07:00 PM, Fiesta hat. (956) 968-0322. Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. Happy Hour w/Steven May, 04:00 PM, (956) 585-9264. In the Main Hall. Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. Pickpocket Gene, 07:00 PM, Llano Donations. (956) 787-6461. Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Monday Night Hamburgers, 04:30 PM, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 565-2638. Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Rusty Rierson, 07:00 PM, Aladdin Mission. $6.00 pp. (956) 585-0624. Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd. West, Monday Dinner by Ace’s BBQ, 04:30 Mission. $8.00 pp. (320) 492-6415. PM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2022 Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Contact Golden Age Olympics, Registration Activity Office, (956) 585-0703. Monday Burgers, 05:00 PM, Paradise is open online! Be sure to visit Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry mcallenparks.net to register for our Golden Age Olympics events. Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081. Country Jam, 05:30 PM, Lamplighter Men’s Prayer & Bible Study, 08:00 MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen AM, Bibleville Conference Grounds, Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501. 1346 N Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. Shake Rattle & Roll, 06:30 PM, Alamo (956) 787-2024. Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Craft Show, 08:00 AM, Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp (956) 475-5018. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 29 >>

Entertainment HAPPY HOUR | 3 PM - 4:30 PM (Pass the hat) MONDAYS • Diego & Edith TUESDAYS • Steven May THURSDAYS • Regan James FRIDAYS • Curt James

FEB 5 FEB 12 FEB 19 FEB 25

SATURDAY DANCES | 7 PM

• 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 MAR 19 • Steven May & The Southern Knights • $7

ENTERTAINMENT

FEB 3 • Festus Lives On............................ • $8 7PM - 9 PM

FEB 17 • Mountain Highway..................... • $8 7PM - 9 PM

FEB 23 • Helen Russell & Company........... • $8 6:30 PM - 8 PM

CRAFT SALE | FEB 24 | 8 AM - 12 PM

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>> SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 27 Alamo. (956) 783-4587. Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, WOWE-Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo, Alamo. (217) 737-5677. 08:30 AM, South Padre Island Retired Nurse’s Luncheon, 12:30 PM, Birding and Nature Center, 6801 Peter Piper Pizza, 3101 E. Exp 83. Padre Blvd, SPI. (956) 761-6801. Weslaco. (956) 532-1223. Women’s Bible Study & Prayer, 09:30 AM, Roadrunner Music Jam, 01:00 PM, Bibleville Conference Grounds, 1346 N Roadrunner RV Park, 1222 N Cesar Cesar Chavez Rd, Alamo. (956) 787-2024. Chavez Rd, Alamo. Free admission. A-2 Square Dance, 10:00 AM, Tropic (712) 259-1802. Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Oleander Pharr $5.00 pp. (956) 874-8264. Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway Ave, WinterFest & Expo, 10:00 AM, South Mission. Donations. (816) 447-6092. Padre Island Convention Center, Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Lakewood RV 7355 Padre Blvd, South Padre Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. Island. Free Admission. Free admission. (956) 423-1170. Lunch @Cafe Grande, 11:00 AM, Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Paradise Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Blvd, Mercedes. Cost for meals. Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081. (956) 565-2638. Plus Review Workshop, 01:00 PM, Tropic Illinois State Reunion, 11:00 AM, Mr. Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. Col Rowe Blvd, Pharr. $5.00 pp. (956) 874-8264. McAllen. for more info (309) 368-8729 Old Time Dance w/Marie & the Country Tuesday Lunch, 11:30 AM, Paradise Gents, 01:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry S Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 585Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081. 9264. In the Main Hall. Taco Tuesday, 11:30 AM, Sleepy Bluegrass Jam, 01:30 PM, Kenwood RV Resort, Valley Resort, 2301 N Abram Rd, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. (956) 797-1851. Mission. $7.00 pp. (417) 588-1588. PH III-IV RD Dance Workshop, 02:00 Social Jam, 12:00 PM, Leisure PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341W. World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Free Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612. admission. (956) 405-8197. Line Dancing, 02:00 PM, Park Place Beginner Squares, 12:00 PM, Alamo Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen.

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(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/Southern Harmony, 03:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 US Bus. 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (603) 396-2786. Shake Rattle & Roll, 03:00 PM, Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. Pass the hat. (956) 783-2605. Rock & Roll Jam Social, 05:30 PM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp for pizza. (956) 783-5008. Rock & Roll Jam, 07:00 PM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008. Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (956) 782-3263. Dance w/Diego & Edith, 07:00 PM, Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (956) 425-6881.

SALES

Jason Coleman, 07:00 PM, Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-6718. Mollie B Polka Party, 07:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $14.00 adv. $16.00 door. (956) 787-6461. Mountain Highway, 07:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 782-7886. Rusty Rierson, 07:00 PM, Tropical Valley Acres, 1240 E. Bus Hwy 83 Main Hall. Mission. $8.00 (720) 309-7379 Shake Rattle & Roll, 07:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $9.00 pp. (712) 660-0308. Spittin’ Image, 07:00 PM, Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S Texas Blvd. Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 968-5051. The Chamberlin’s & Southern Express, 07:00 PM, Wagon City North, 2905 N Conway Ave, Mission. $9.00 pp. (763) 248-5410. William Florian, 07:00 PM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. (956) 399-5800. A Celebration of American Music, 07:30 PM, McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen. $13.00 pp. (682) 227-2101. •

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or those whose tummies rebel when eating citrus, because of the acid, tangerines may be the answer. You’ll get the same tangy sweetness as oranges, the fragrance of lemons, and the defined segments (as from a grapefruit) but with only a subtle tartness and less acid. They peel easily, and some varieties are seedless. The segments come apart readily. Using citrus fresh, as in this sauce or dressing, is a great way to enjoy the flavor without cooking it away.• 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.

Tangerine Vinaigrette • • • •

½ cup tangerine juice • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 1 teaspoon grated tangerine zest • 2 teaspoons Asian toasted sesame oil 1 large clove garlic, finely minced • 1 tablespoon finely sliced green onion Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients, except the seasonings. Whisk together well; then taste and adjust for necessary salt and pepper. Spoon this dressing over roasted or grilled vegetables. (Can also be used as a dressing for a simple green-lettuce salad.) •

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Orange Bread

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Makes 1 loaf • 1 large orange • Boiling water, up to 1 cup • Raisins or dates, up to 1 cup • 2 tablespoon butter, melted • 1 cup sugar • 1 egg, beaten

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 2 cups flour • ¼ teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon baking soda • ¾ cup chopped pecans

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease and flour a loaf pan. Remove orange peel from orange with a sharp knife, scraping away all of the white pectin from the peel. Cut orange in half and squeeze juice into measuring cup; add boiling water to make 1 cup. Grind orange peel in food processor. Grind raisins or dates in food processor and add to orange peel to make 1 cup. Cream butter and sugar; add egg and vanilla. Sift dry ingredients together and add to creamed mixture, alternating with peel mixture and juice. Beat well; add nuts. Bake for 50 minutes. Allow to cool in pan. • The Junior League of McAllen, Inc. envisions significantly improving the quality of life of the children and youth of our community by preserving the innocence of childhood, encouraging responsibility, and promoting a safe environment. Cookbooks can be purchased through the Junior League website at www.juniorleaguemcallen.org, as well as at Barn White and Quips & Quotes in McAllen.

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bon appetit! with

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Tolin

Corn and Shrimp Chowder

love chowders for dinner. Especially with this colder weather we are enjoying. They are quick and easy to prepare, usually fairly healthy and always warm and satisfying. This one has ingredients close to our local hearts (gulf shrimp) and will not disappoint your taste buds. Bon Appétit! • • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter • 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced & divided • 2 stalks celery, diced • 1 red bell pepper, diced • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning • 2 cups heavy whipping cream

• 6 cups water • 1/2 cup long-grain white rice • 1 1/4 cups corn kernels (from 2 ears corn or frozen) • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper • 2 tablespoons dry sherry (optional)

• • • Heat the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add half of the green onions, celery and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add the flour and Old Bay Seasoning and cook, stirring, until the flour is lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Add the milk, 6 cups water and the rice. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer over medium and cook until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Add the corn to the pot and cook 3 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and cook until they curl and turn opaque, about 3 more minutes. Season the chowder with salt and pepper and stir in the sherry. Ladle into bowls and garnish with the remaining green onions. •

• • • • • • • 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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FIFTH WHEELS Fifth Wheel Hitch Husky 16K 16” slider for shortbed trucks. Fits Ford F-150. Cost $1,400.00. 6 months old. Asking $800.00 firm. Call Allen (956) 5565122. Also 15’3” awning complete with hardware, $300.00 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2017 Bighorn 5th Wheel Trailer 3160EL 36’ with 3 slides. No pets or smokers ever. Excellent condition. Clean. $45,000. (608)426-4066 and (989)245-6581 leave message. Alamo Area. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 43’ Fuzion 390 Chrome 2014 Lot 307, Includes 99% maintenance free lot. 1 1/2 bath, 2 15-gallon gas tanks, skirted tied down, hard sewer and water line. Complete new roof! fireplace,TVs, BluRay, radio, $60,000 #765-667-9598 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

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MOBILE HOME LOTS FOR RENT ACACIA RV & MH park has mobile home & RV lots for rent. water, septic and garbage included in rent. Contact Cindy at (956)8840202 for details and to see lots. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

HOMES FOR SALE

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 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE 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 (763) 439 9251. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Alamo-Rec RV Park Mobile 1977 12x36 with 8x10 addition carport completely remodeled new hardwood floors kitchen cabinets walk in shower Fijitsu mini split AC/Heat washer dryer shed refrigerator microwave new skirting, privacy-lattice fence $9500 #507-215-0321 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

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. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Bruno Heavy Duty Power Chair For sale heavy duty power chair or scooter lift. 405 pound limit. Bruno. In La Feria. Excellent condition. $500.00 (956) 564-1924. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

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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)3335642. Health Issues. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Mobile Home For Sale Sun Valley Village, Harlingen 55+. Own lot, dues $40 monthly. Furnished 2 bedroom-2 bath fenced yard. Texas room, new metal roof, air and heat, dryer, hot water tank, refrigerator. (405)306-7430. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2003 National Dolphin 6320LX Workhorse One owner. GM Vortec 8100 engine. No accidents. All maintenance records/ owners manuals. 34’, 2 slides, Michelin tires, 2 flat screen TVs, surround sound, brown/tan leather interior, Corian counters. OBO 719-661-5831 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

PARK MODELS FOR SALE 2018 Park Model for Sale 2018 Skyline Park Model. 375 sq ft. 1 bed/1 bath. Whirlpool appliances, stackable

washer/dryer, mini-split air unit. Shower/tub combo. 10x18 covered patio. Unfurnished. Park Place Estates RV Resort, Harlingen. $25,000. Call Betsy 956.605-0554, Real Estate by Welcome Home. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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, HarlingenvTexas Room, 12X28 screened deck, carport, shed, washer & dryer, new heating & Air, new roof. $32,500 (785) 224-7024. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Park Model for Sale located at Alamo Rose RV Park, 1992, good condition $15,000, 400 sq ft furnished, laundry in unit, shed and covered patio, call Kevin 402-660-8567 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

PATIO / CRAFT SALES Posada Del Sol Yard Sale Saturday, Feb 5 from 8:00 - 12:00 p.m. 28513 South Palm Court Drive, Harlingen, 78552. Park wide yard sale held at the Rec Hall parking lot Desserts available. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• HUGE Indoor Garage Sale La Hacienda Estates, entrance from South Tower Rd, 1 mile south of Business 83, Alamo. Friday, Feb 4 from 7am-4pm Saturday, Feb 5 7am-11am, Saturday Pancake Breakfast & Pie Sale! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Rummage Sale at Autumn Acres 5034 Boca Chica Blvd, Brownsville. Saturday Feb 5, 9am-3pm. Something for everyone, Park Wide event! Masks required ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

SERVICES Looking to buy or sell? Our realtors and manufactured home sales team know and understand the intricacies of the 55+ market! Let Real Estate by Welcome Home help you with all your real estate needs. Whether you are interested in real property or manufactured housing, we can assist with whatever you need! Call (956) 686-8162 or visit our website at www. realestatebywelcomehome.com. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Travel Agency Looking to plan a cruise or book your dream vacation? Let Travel by Welcome Home help you plan your perfect romantic getaway, family reunion, or group trip! Located in McAllen, 20 years of travel experience. Kristy Meyer (956) 687-5115, travel@ welcomehomergv.com. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Your Tech Assist Need help using your smartphone, laptop, e-reader, etc? We can help. We offer one-on-one and group consultations. We make house calls. For more info call/text: 956-2780262. www.yourtechrgv.com ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

TRAVEL TRAILERS Destination Trailer For Sale 2012 Golfstream Conquest 399DLS set up in Golden Grove RV Park in Palmview. Newer shed with washer & dryer. Fenced in area for your pet. $20,000. Call (612) 298-5550. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

TRUCKS 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. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

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Wanted 24’ or 27’ Fifthwheel Must be in good condition. Brownsville area. Please call (715) 394-4187. • 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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