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By Kathy Olivarez In a recent meeting my publisher and I were looking at the Parks Calendar to see what activities were still going on in the parks. He saw the Painted Cup Farewell Party listed at Pharr South. “Hmm, painting cups. Sounds interesting. Why don’t you go out there and see what that’s all about.” I agreed and put it on my list of things to do. Surprise! They were not painting cups! They were having a farewell party sponsored by the residents of Painted Cup Street! This is the 28th year Painted Cup has sponsored the last block party of the year. Elaine Botelho, one of the sponsors, explained that each street in the park hosts a block party during the year, and Painted Cup Street is the last one to have a party. Instead of having only residents from their street, several years ago they opened to the entire park. This year, they also invited the public because some of the people who come to their weekly

jams wanted to come. About 200 people came to participate. The event started with a dinner where the hosts provided flaming chicken from HEB as the meat and everyone who came was supposed to bring a covered dish to share. Afterwards, entertainment was provided by the new band, “Travelin’ South” that plays classic rock & roll, 60’s and 70’s music plus country. Ared Allen, Bob Reed (no relation to the late Bob Reed who ran the Chicken House Opry), Dan Steele and others comprise the band. Bruce Wutsky was helping out that day. They played several rock & roll classics before taking a break for door prizes. Some members of the band have already headed north. Many residents start leaving in March while others wait until April. But of the 400 winter residents about 90 are now year-round residents. “The Judge” Mike Botelho, acted as emcee for the show and also played in the See PAINTED CUP pg. 03

Margie Katzman, Bruce Wutsky, Jane Heinen and Dan Steele perform at the Painted Cup Farewell Party at Pharr South. Photo by Winter Texan Times.

Livestock Show offers many adventures for Winter Texans The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show is always filled with fun things to do and many Winter Texans go year after year. But this year when the Winter Texan Times visited, many of the Winter Texans interviewed had never been to the livestock show before. To them it was a new experience that they were enjoying immensely. The first stop the I made was to the antique farm equipment barn. There Dennis Duke, a blacksmith from Jamaica, Iowa, had a setup where he was heating metal and making what appeared to be metal Ernest and Mary Howden and Kendra Tenny, of Lake, Mich., enjoy getting parts for a wagon or buggy. He was atup close to the livestock at the 2016 RGV Livestock Show. These Winter tracting many visitors who watched him form the hot metal into pieces that could Texans enjoy their winters at Fun N Sun Resort in San Benito, Texas.

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possible be used on some of the antique farm equipment. Another live display included rope making. The center of the barn held a display of a typical farm in South Texas with fields of cotton and a miniature cotton bailer on one side of the barn. The other side of the field held a crop of corn with miniature equipment for harvesting the corn. There were displays of old farming and household equipment and people were reminiscing about the things Grandpa and Grandma had that were just like the ones on display. Then it was on to the 4-H/FFA project barn where some of the items displayed See LIVESTOCK SHOW pg. 04

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From pg. 01 band. They vary the type of music each year. This year it was rock & roll. Last year, they had a bluegrass band. They have also had country music at other parties. During the break, he also handed out door prizes. Marion Platte won a green “Irish rabbit” in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. Several others also received door prizes including a pot, a bottle of wine, and some candy to go in a frog basket. The Judge told the audience the lady from the Winter Texan Times was there to see the cups they painted, bringing laughter from the audience. But then he complimented the paper, saying the original paper for Winter Texans, the Winter Texan Times, is still the best. (Thank you! We think so!) After the intermission, the line-up changed a bit and people from the park came up to sing as they would at jams. Pharr South has a large jam in January and February that attracts up to 350 people for country western music. Margie Katzman came up in a black

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Mar. 24 -- Ranger-led tour of Fort Brown, 300 River Lee Road, Brownsville, at 11 a.m. Mar. 24 -- Resaca de la Palma Battlefield, Brownsville, will have Ranger Talks at 2 p.m. Call (945) 541-2785 ext. 333 for information. Mar. 25 -- Brownsville Guitar Festival: Guest artist. Begins at 7:30 p.m. at Texas State College Arts Center-Brownsville. Mar. 25 -- Ekachai Jearakul, Guitar Foundation Winner, 7:30 p.m., at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex at the Edinburg campus. Call (956) 665-3881 for information. Mar. 25-27 -- Camille Playhouse, located in Dean Porter Park in Brownsville, will present “In the Heights” Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Adults $20. Mar. 26 -- Ekachai Jearakul, Guitar Foundation Winner, 7:30 p.m. at TSC Arts Center-Brownsville. Call (956) 8828287 for information. Mar. 26 -- Harlingen Art Night event in downtown Harlingen, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mar. 26 -- Palo Alto National Historic Site will conduct living history demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call (956) 541-2785 ext. 324 for information. The park is located at the intersection of FM 1847 (1024 Paredes Line Road in Brownsville) and FM 511/FM 550 near the city of Los Fresnos. Mar. 29 -- Ranger-led tour of Fort Brown, 300 River Lee Road, Brownsville, at 11 a.m.

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poodle skirt, with a white blouse and black neck scarf. She also had on black and white oxford shoes with socks. She sang, “Splish Splash, I Was Takin’ a Bath,” and “Johnny Be Good.” Jane Heinen also dressed in a black poodle skirt, white blouse and oxfords, sang “I Don’t Have a Wooden Heart,” and “Bye, Bye Happiness.” Dale Wayman sang “Sugar Cane Time.” Afterward, Wayman who was a professional musician born the same year as Elvis, sang, “You Ain’t Nothin’ But a Hound Dog.” With the audience calling for an encore, he sang a Merle Haggard song “Way I Am.” Dan Steele played “Tequila Sunrise.” The Judge sang, “Green-Eyed Elaine,” a song about how much he loved his wife. The band ended with “Take It to the Limit One More Time.” When the party was over , everyone was bidding their friends farewell until next season. Even though there were no actual painted cups, it was a very nice event! Thanks for allowing us to be a part of your event.

Mar. 31 -- Resaca de la Palma Battlefield, Brownsville, will have Ranger Talks at 2 p.m. Call (945) 541-2785 ext. 333 for information. Mar. 31 -- McAllen Chamber presents Taste of McAllen at Oval Park at the McAllen Convention Center from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Advance tickets $25, on site tickets $35. Apr 1-3 -- McAllen Convention Center will host RGV Home & Garden Show. Friday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $17 for adults, or for ages 65+ and active military $5. Apr. 2 -- Harlingen Market Days will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Jackson Street between 4th Street and Commerce Ave. Live music, fresh produce, collectibles, places and much more. Call (956) 423-4041 for information. Apr. 2 – Sizzling in the Tropics BarB-Q Cook-off will be held at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce from noon to 5 p.m. BBQ brisket, chicken pulled pork, pan de campo and beans will be served. There will be live music. $15 per person. Apr. 2 – Texas Onion Fest will be held in Weslaco. Apr. 5-10 – International Museum of Art and Science Brew-seum Battle of the Brew Home Brew Competition Craft Week. For more information call (956) 682-0123. Apr. 6 -10 – “Disney on Ice: 100 years of Magic,” State Farm Arena. 956-4584153.

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As the active Winter Texan season winds down, so have the number of reunions. But there are still a couple of reunion opportunities before we all say farewell for the summer. Have a great summer! We’ll see you in the fall. Bremer County, Iowa Bremer County, Iowa will hold a breakfast at Rosie’s Restaurant, 2100 E. Griffin Pkwy (FM 495), Mission at 8 a.m. on Friday, Apr. 8. Contact Sam Smith at (319) 2699308 for questions. Sons of Norway The Sons of Norway will meet Saturday, April 9, at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen at 2 p.m. for information call (956) 585-5845.

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From were quite elaborate. Bill and Mary Baer of St. Louis, Missouri, a couple of first time visitors to the livestock show, were enjoying the projects the students had made. Bill grew up on a farm and said he had made projects for FFA while in high school, “but nothing as elaborate as this one.” He was admiring an outdoor barbecue-cooking center on a trailer. The unit had a barbecue pit, a smoker and several burners for cooking. It had iceboxes or coolers, two pull-out tables for food preparation and a built in picnic table for eating. There were cabinets in front for storing food goods. The top had a west-

pg. 01 ern motif with cutouts of horses, cattle and other items around the square frame where the lights were located. A couple of other projects that were not quite so elaborate were the teardrop trailers used for hunting or veterinary supplies as one was labeled, These were rounded trailers on wheels that opened in the back to provide space for cooking supplies and equipment. The front had a lockable compartment that could be used for storage. In the woodworks section another display had a den set that featured several See LIVESTOCK SHOW pg. 06

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drawer and shelf units with a large gun cabinet in the front. And for the pooch there was a Texas A&M dog palace painted maroon and white. There was a house where the dog could go inside and a cover over the bowls for water and food. One end had stairs for the dog to go up on top and lie in the sun. There were many barbecue pits and other similar items on display and several groups of Winter Texans were moving about looking at the projects. Then it was on to the animal exhibits. First were the pigs in various breeds and colors from pink to dark red and spotted. I took my great grandchildren along â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ages 2, 3 and 5. They could not decide which pig they liked best but they wanted to take one home. I told them I did not think the landlord would like to have a pig in their small apartment. In the show barn arena many people were watching the youth taking part in the Brahma showmanship event. Dean and Jan Stumbo of Iowa, first time RGVLS visitors, were among the many Winter Texans watching the event. They were farmers back in Iowa. We continued our walk through the cattle barn where Brahman and Brangus cattle were in the stalls. Then we passed the chickens and crossed into the goat barn where goat and sheep were on display. There was a goat show going on and

Just Having Fun! Alice and Gerrit Brink of Thunder Bay, Ontario and Paradise Park have a good time at the livestock show in Mercedes. Photo by Winter Texan Times. many youth were outside with their animals grooming them for the show. Back toward the fairway there was an animal petting zoo and since I had little ones in tow, the zoo was a required visit. My little ones got to see goats with tiny kids, a small deer, a llama, and there was even a small camel on display although no petting was allowed. I bought them a cup of food and they enjoyed feeding the baby goats out of their hands. When the food ran out, my little one tried to feed them the shavings from the floor and was disappointed they would not eat them too.

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Gene Maurer and Carolyn Thomson of Waterville, Iowa and Rio Valley Estates, check out the creative shop projects on display at the RGV Livestock Show. The projects were made by local high school students. Photo by Winter Texan Times. Moving back down the fairway we just had a sheep farm back home. Craig and missed the Swimming Pig Show. Groups Nancy Afeld of Glenwood, Arkansas preof Winter Texans had attended and were ferred the cattle because they raise Angus moving on to other displays. We came to and Brahman cattle on their Double A the Action Spot where the action of the Ranch back home in Arkansas. Both coumoment seemed to be eating instead of ples winter at Alamo Rec-Veh. entertainment. There I met two Winter Craig went on to tell me he also had Texan couples who were finishing lunch- a humpback mule named Belle who was es of burgers, hot dogs and stuffed pota- a cross between a Brahman cow and a toes, some of the many foods available donkey. I raised a skeptical eyebrow and for sale along the fairway. asked if by any chance he was the presiI asked them what their favorite part dent of the Liars Club at Alamo Rec-Veh. of the show was and Ron and Louise His wife, Nancy whooped and said I Schmitz of Crawfordsville, Iowa said See LIVESTOCK SHOW pg. 23 they liked the sheep best because they

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Bicycle club, quilters honor WWII Veterans By Jamie Treviño

As flag after flag was retired by flame, as tradition goes, tenants at the W & I Resort stood proudly and looked on as new flags fluttered in the wind. Saturday, Feb. 26, the W & I Resort’s Bicycle Club had its flag retirement ceremony for the second year in a row. The ceremony this year honored the resort’s retired World War II veterans, Cecil Massie, Willis Boynton, Barnie Mossburg and Bob

Schawb, who sat in the front row with their wives and were saluted by the many other veterans living in the community. Garry Davidson, a 77-year-old from Miami, Oklahoma, who spent eight years in the Army Reserves, organized the event both this year and last. “There were so many flags,” Davidson said. “And I wondered what would happen if we did a retirement See FLAGS BURNING pg. 16

Members of the W&I Resort Bicycle Club retire tattered and worn U.S. flags in a respectful flag-burning ceremony as members of Boy Scout Troop 83 participate in the event. Four WWII veterans were honored at the ceremony.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Items for the Parks Calendar must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers or activity directors. Listings must come from the park and are to be submitted on the Winter Texan Times Parks Calendar Submission Form. Request this form from the Winter Texan Times office. Multiple activities may be submitted on the park’s letterhead, provided the same information is provided in the format of the Submission Form. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons or dance classes. Submission deadline is Thursday noon, one week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, P.O. Box 399, Mission, Texas 78573-0399 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com. Thursday, March 24 Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers & more. Country Jam & Western Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 12:30-3pm. Jams - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, refreshments available.

Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm. Big Band Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 1pm, cookies and coffee available. Jam Sessions - Dixieland Retirement Community MH and RV Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, snacks & coffee at intermission, donations accepted. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Reagan James, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Unique Open Mic Jams - Heritage Square, Mission, 3-6pm, music, comedy & poetry, no food. Can/Am Dance - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 3:30pm, Friendship Hall. Pancake Dinner - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6pm, BYOTS. Jam - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:30pm, food served at 4pm. Show - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, Razz-Ma-Tazz, donation. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30pm. Friday, March 25 Bible Study - Palm Gardens, HarSee PARKS CALENDAR pg. 9 inn & suites

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From pg. 09 Gilbert, $5pp, BYOB, popcorn and ice will be supplied, for tickets and entry to the park, please call All Larrat at 956-280-5581. Sunday, March 27 Non-denominational Church - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 8:30am, Pastor Jesse Hernandez, bible study follows the service. Church Services - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8:30am, Non-denominational, all welcome, Tom Cassidy. Non-denominational Church Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 8:45am, Pastor Robert Kracht, Communion first Sunday of each month, everyone welcome. Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:45am, Non-denominational. Church Service - San Juan Gardens, 8:45am, service led by Pastor Len Mitchell, public is welcome to attend. Non-Denominational Church Service - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 9am, Pastor Cliff Stewart, coffee and refreshments available at 8:30am. Non-denominational Worship Service - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 9-10am, Pastor Jim Troutman, communion service 1st Sunday of every month.

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Church Service - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 10am. Church - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30am, traditional Lutheran Church Service (LCMS), Rev. Tom Hedtke. New Blue Grass Jam - Mobile Gardens Park, Mission, 1-3pm. Gospel Jam - Mission West Resort, 1:30-3:30pm, snacks available. Variety Jam - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 1:30pm, refreshments available. Jam Sessions - Lazy Palm Ranch, Edinburg, 2pm, open to everyone. RC Racing - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 2pm. Country Jam Sessions - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 6-8pm. Karaoke - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 6pm. Movies - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9pm, free admission, visit the website at pharrparadisepark.sharepoint. com for movie titles, snack bar open. Bingo - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7pm. Monday, March 28 Rock and Roll Jam w/ Host Ed Murray - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm, lunch for sale 11:30a.m. to 1p.m. Jam - River Ranch Resort, Rio HonSee PARKS CALENDAR pg. 11

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From pg. 10 do, 1-3pm, dance & sing along. Acoustic Bluegrass/Old Country/ Gospel Jam - Yellow Rose RV, La Feria, 1:30-3:30pm, Friendship Hall, all listeners welcome. Chicken & Noodle Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 4:30-6pm. Tuesday, March 29 Women’s Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 11am-Noon. Jam Session - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 1pm. Country Music Jam - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Marion Price, coffee & cookies served. Bluegrass Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3:30-5pm, Diego, donations taken, popcorn and soda for sale. Country Jam w/ Host Ed Murray - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:30-7:30pm, meal sold from 4p.m. to 5:30p.m. Jam Session - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 6-9pm, bring your instrument and/or voice, and enjoy a fun night out, all welcome. Bingo - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9pm, doors open at 6:15 p.m., snack bar open. Wednesday, March 30 Biscuits and Gravy - Bentsen Grove

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Church Worship Service - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 9am, non-denominational, Pastor Ralph Hunt, all are welcome, for information call 956-532-8707. Church Service - Paradise Park, Pharr, 10-11am. Country Jam Sessions - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 6-8pm.

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Jan Bergman, new Exalted Queen of the Rio Grande Valley Red Hat Society, announced the annual Festival of Tables will be held Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017. J.C. Harrisson will provide the entertainment. The event will be held at the Nomad Shrine Club in Pharr. Doors open 11 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon with entertainment provided at 1 p.m. Ladies who would like to sponsor tables with special décor should contact Bergman at janpaul152@yahoo.com. Tickets will need to be paid by November so plans can be finalized. Queens should contact members who do not come to the Valley until later so they can make their reservations. On Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 the Dazzling Dolphins will have their annual beach party at the Schlitterbahn on South Padre Island. She reminded the ladies the 2017 theme is Mexican Fiesta so ladies could start planning their costumes for the event.

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60,000 omelets and still flippin’

Dave Roundtree is back at Victoria Palms for his seventh season of flipping omelets filled with tomatoes, black olives, ham, bacon, jalapenos, spinach, mushrooms, green peppers and onions as the customers request. And, of course, topped before folding with lots of cheddar cheese. Just watching the show as he flips the omelets can be fun. Just don’t go away thinking his movements can easily be repeated at home. After preparing 60,000 omelets, Dave has had lots of practice, and he has it down to a science. Perfection! While Dave’s omelets are a big draw for customers who come not only from Victoria Palms, but also from parks in the surrounding area for breakfast, there are a number of other items on their Sunday buffet that attract visitors. Large waffles are made upon request and can be topped with strawberry or pineapple topping and whipped cream. Or they can be topped with both, half and half. Syrup is also available. They also offer a full breakfast bar with your choice of scrambled eggs -- plain or with bacon, ham or sausage. There are hash browns or diced potatoes, ham, bacon, sausage patties, corned beef hash, fried pork rinds in salsa, and eggs benedict. Look for oatmeal with all kinds of accompaniments, toast, biscuits, sausage gravy

and a full fruit bar with grapes, watermelon, cantaloupe, peaches, grapefruit, oranges and yogurt. All of these items are available for $10.49 for the breakfast buffet. Chef Mark Arevelo said customers who want something special on the Sunday buffet such as silver dollar pancakes or a baked egg casserole can call one day in advance and request the special items. Victoria Palms is open for breakfast Sunday, and Tuesday through Friday. Dinner buffets include burgers on Tuesdays, meatloaf or liver and onions on Wednesdays, create-your-ownpasta on Thursdays, and a fish fry on Fridays. The dining room was filled with Winter Texans who were enjoying breakfast. Jan Brom of Magnolia Park said she came on Sundays for the wonderful omelets that were so reasonably priced. Daily lunch specials are $6.49. Phyllis Smithson of Iowa and Alamo Rec-Veh said, “I love the waffles. They are so good with strawberry topping!” When asked what his favorite thing about the Victoria Palms Sunday buffet was, Joe Stinchfield of Wisconsin answered, “ I like the whole (darn) thing! Everything is good!” That about sums it up!

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ceremony. And boy, was the response great. We ended up retiring about 97 flags this year.” He was pleased with the success of the actual ceremony, and surprised with the number of people in attendance. “I never thought we’d have this turnout,” Davidson said. “I mean, I think there was 300 people here. Last year, there were about three-quarters as many people. So it was still a good turnout, but even more came this year.” After realizing how many people were willing to participate and attend, Davidson decided to put on a flag retirement ceremony for all the worn, older flags, and do it properly. The organization for the event took four months. “After you scout it out, and you see all the work there was to it, you have to get so much stuff done,” Davidson said. “You have to call the Fire Marshall and the police and everything. But we did got it all done, and it just gets bigger and better.” Davidson had been collecting flags to be retired all year, and also organized getting new flags to be put up around the W & I Resort. “We’ve got almost 200 new flags in

intense until about Feb. 1.” During this year’s flag retirement ceremony, a few additions were made to further praise both the WWII and other veterans present. The Bicycle Club included Boy Scout Troop 83 from Mission in the ceremony. The boys were introduced to the four World War II veterans, and recreated the famous Iwo Jima flag pose with a flag, famously photographed in 1945. The troop stood in a circle around the barrel as the flags were being lowered into the flames, saluting

each time a new flag was retired. “I used to be a Cub Master when my boys were young,” Davidson said. “So I just went to their center and approached them. And they did good; they did a wonderful job.” The post-ceremony surprise quilt giving was also a new addition this year. The W & I Quilters, a group of women who get together and quilt unique things every year at the park, got together and made this one of their projects this year. Sandi Carstensen, a 74-year-old member of the club, headed up this project. “I was actually the chairman of the National Committee for Quilters for eight years,” Carstensen said, “and we had done a project similar to this where we would send quilts to troops overseas in Iraq and See FLAGS BURNING pg. 17

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Afghanistan.” The Quilters decided to surprise the WWII veterans being honored this year, and made each of them a quilt to thank them for their years of service. The project meant a lot to Carstensen. “I come from a military family,” Carstensen said. “My daughter, my son-in-law are in the military, my husband was, by brothers, my father. So many members of my family served in some way. It’s been an honor to do this. I love doing this. I will continue as long as I can take a breath.” After the closing prayer during the flag retirement ceremony, Barbara Davidson, who helped Garry a great amount in organizing everything, made an announcement that there would be cake and punch in the clubhouse immediately after, and a few surprises. Once there, the WWII veterans and their wives were seated once again in the front. They were not told about the gifts they were receiving. Each quilt was held up for the room to see, and wrapped around each vet by the woman who made it. “You never forget,” said Bob Schuab, who spent most of his time on the USS Boxer (CV-21), an aircraft carrier, in 1944. “You never forget if

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or done things at that time. Thank you.” All of the veterans expressed their thanks to the quilters, and told the group stories about their time in the military during WWII. “What a wonderful thing they’ve done for us,” said Barnie Mossburg. “And everybody. My father served in World War I, I was in II. I had a brother in II as well, and my uncles. All in the Navy.” Mossburg went on to further thank not only the quilters, but the bicycle club and the W & I Resort as a whole. “You know, this is a wonderful place. All you have to be is a little old,” Mossburg said. “I’m just getting into that bracket, I’ll be 95 next year. How much more happier could you be?” The people in attendance, WWII and other veterans alike, commented on the success of the event and the new dynamics that were included. “Memories come back during the ceremony,” Davidson said. “A lot of hardships, and a lot of fun. This is for America. I’m thinking about involving other parks next year, so more people can join in. This is patriotism, to honor the troops, and get the flags out there.”

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Amish quilts at Texas Quilt Museum For those quilters heading home in an eastward direction at the end of March, La Grange, Texas, located a bit north of Houston is the home of the Texas Quilt Museum. Beginning March 31, they will have an exhibition of Amish quilts on display from the Darwin D. Bearley collection. The collection features antique Amish quilts created between 1884 and 1940 by Amish quilt makers located in Ohio. The Amish use bold colors, geometric shapes and simple designs that have appealed to quilters for centuries. Ohio Amish quilts are known for scintillating surfaces that incorporate many small pieces of fabric. They often embrace asymmetry in their compositions.

“Examples of these quilts include the Nine Patch, the Double Irish Chain, Log Cabin, Railroad Crossing, Ocean Waves and Star patterns,” states museum curator Dr. Sandra Sider. “The Darwin D. Bearley collection is by far the most impressive single collection of these jewels of American art,” stated Dr. Sider. The exhibit of 24 quilts is located in gallery I. Galleries II and III showcase 22 works from the “Amazing Applique from 500 Traditional Quilt Books. This is an all new collection never before shown at the museum,” added Sider. The Texas Quilt Museum is located at 140 W. Colorado Street in La Grange.

Taste McAllen features 25 best restaurants Taste McAllen will host over 25 of the best restaurants in the McAllen area in a beautiful outdoor setting at the McAllen Convention Center Oval Park and Lake with live music in the background and the beautiful outdoor ambiance for which the Rio Grande Valley is known. The event will offer some of the best in McAllen’s Cuisine, enticing attendees with a variety of delicacies from their menu entrées such as prime rib, pasta, sushi, international cuisine and more. Taste McAllen will be hosted on

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6th annual Hands Across the Border fundraiser held at Victoria Palms

On February 25, the 6th Annual Hands Across the Border dinner/dance took place at the Victoria Palms Ballroom. This event is coordinated and organized by Canadian Winter Victoria Palms residents who volunteer their time. After dinner, the guests are anxious to get on the dance floor and enjoy the music by Renaissance Rockers. They truly did not disappoint anyone. Their wide range of music appeals to all. Each year, the committee reaches out to the merchants in the Valley for contributions to be used as door prizes and silent auction packages. Some merchants prefer to give a cash donation. All proceeds from the silent auctions, 50/50, a Heads & Tails game, together with any donations received, go to the Boys & Girls Club to help the youth in Weslaco/Donna area.

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From pg. 06 had that right. Craig told me that if I did not believe him I could come to Alamo Rec-Veh and see it because he brought it to Texas to show off. He said Belle was tied to the back of his trailer so the folks in South Texas could see what a humpbacked mule looked like. Somehow I did not buy his tall tale but I bet he won the Liars Club award the day he told that one. Heading toward the exhibit hall we enjoyed walking the aisles and looking at the items on display. Just inside the door, Tom and Ross Curtsinger of Kentucky and Lorna and Grant McLean of Canada were watching the artist draw pictures of

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the people seated in front of him. When I asked what their favorite part of the livestock show was so far, Tom said it was watching the blacksmith in the antique farm equipment barn. There were lots of boots and hats and western couture available with a big variety of other items available for purchase. Food was available in the back of the room. That’s where I spotted first time visitor Scott Bailey from Thunder Bay, Ontario. He caught my eye because he was wearing a bright red t-shirt that proclaimed him to be a member of the “Eh Team,” so I knew he had to be Canadian. On another aisle I met Wayne and Charon Lotz, Winter Texans who were volunteering to give away crosses and re-

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ligious materials provided by the Lutheran Churches of the Rio Grande Valley. We also met a Curtis Rodriguez, a young man showing off his pet, a sugar glider, named Rodeo. The animal ran around his arm and around the neck of a man he put it on. Jaydon, 3, found him fascinating. Outside, a large crowd had gathered for the chainsaw woodcarving show. There I met Daniel and Denise Descruisseaux of Quebec and Jerry and Belinda Cross of Michigan. All four were first time visitors to the show. Their favorite part of the show was going down the aisles of the animal barns and seeing the animals. One of the men’s grandfather had been a farmer, so

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2012 NISSAN FRONTIER 4-door, 18,000 miles, black bed cover, bed liner, V-6, like new, $19,500, 913-624-4327. 1999 CHEVY PRIZM 4 door, power brakes/ steering, windows/door locks, CD player, like new condition, 13,000 original miles, new tires, $3,200, 715-927-1463. YOUR CHOICE, ONE owner, 2005 Suburban, 94,000, loaded; 2006 Honda Civic EX, 34,000, Brownsville, 217-314 -9039. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956929-3824.

Fifth Wheels FOR SALE OR rent 2001 Fifth Avenue Fifth Wheel 38’, 3 slides, 3 axle, $11,500, Hidden Valley Ranch, 505-331-8045. 2000 TAHOE GLIDE Lite 21MB Fifth Wheel by Thor, single slide, weighs 3550 LBS, 24’ long, front queen bed, $5,595, Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)-585-4481. 2000 LAKOTA 30 By Monaco Coach Fifth Wheel; 2 Slides, rear kitchen, table and 4 chairs, 2 recliners, large pass-through bath, front walk-around Queen, wardrobe slide, some maintenance records, SALE PRICE $12,500, Gooding RV Center Mis-

sion, Tx (956)-585-4481. 2000 ALFA GOLD GF34RKS Fifth Wheel; 2 Slides, 35’, 15,900LBS, rear kitchen, large Corian countertops, solid wood cabinets, hardwood kitchen flooring, spacious living room, Sleeper sofa, 2 rocker recliners, entertainment center, ceiling fan, Belly A/C Unit, pass-through bath, front walkaround Queen bed, full mirrored wardrobe across the front, desk/vanity, storage galore. SALE PRICE $16,900 Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)-585-4481. 2008 NUWA HITCHHIKER II 29.5LKTG Fifth Wheel; 3 slides, 31’5”, 9,634LBS dry weight, 2 recliners, desk, TV w/ surround sound, table/4 chairs, Corian countertops, microwave, cook top w/oven, pantry, ceiling fan, private stool, shower, sink, dresser, wardrobe across the front. Was $28,500 SALE PRICE $22,900 Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)-585-4481. TEXAS TRADER RV will sell your RV! We need trailers, 5th wheels, and all types of motor homes and it cost you nothing. Call for your free appraisal today, La Feria, TX., Mark 956-797-3000. WE PAY TOP cash for your RV’s, travel trailers, 5th wheels, park models, mobile homes and cars, 956-867-2366. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956929-3824.

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For Sale LARGE LOT 80’X46 with shed, all utilities, 55+ gated park in Pharr South Park, 651442-9386. GOLF CARS, NEW Yamaha’s $5,500; 2010 EZGO, $1,900(SOLD); 2011 EZGO, $2,000(SOLD); 2012 Yamaha Electric, $1,950(SOLD); 2012 Yamaha gas, $3,500; 2013 Yamaha, $2,300; 2014 Club car, $3,700; lots of older carts coming in off rental, 2508 West Expressway 83 Mission, 956-580-3370 or EasyrideGolfCars.com.

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2 BEDROOM BRICK home, numerous updates, double garage, Green Gate Grove, Mission, both home and land deeded, $105,000, 308-631-5918. HILL COUNTRY VACATION home, bed & breakfast, ownership opportunity, 830321-0466. 2 BED, 2 bath, large garage, 2 lots on river, perfect retirement home on dean end rd near interstate, home can be seen on Zillow.com, 6943 860th Ave, Colfax, WI 54730, $130,000, call 715-816-0156.

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BRANSON MISSOURI RV Resort membership secured by General Warranty Deed, very reasonable, no longer able to travel, call for details 956-279-5800. WINTER TEXANS ARE you looking to get your RV sold? Call Texas Trader today, we will sell your RV here on consignment on our lot in La Feria. No fee, no contract, buyer pays commission. Call for your free appraisal, transport available, Texas Trader RV La Feria, 956-797-3000, ask for Mark.

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NEW TRUE MANUFACTURED homes for sale in the low $20,000’s (MHDRET00036724), used homes with great move in incentives and rentals available at our communities. Ask about our Canadian@Par offers. Email:c.fuller@strvh.com. 2013 16x60, $39,000, 2 bedroom, 2 baths, furnished, attached shed, golf cart, $99 per month rent first year, 314-960-5159. 14X52 SCHULTZ MOBILE home, 2br, 1ba, fully furnished, large kitchen with lots of counter and cupboards, pantry, new central air, carport, large covered deck, shed, Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, gated, 956-379-7819. MOBILE HOME FOR sale Mission Trade Winds RV 55+ lot TW-122, 3bdr, large open concept and large bathroom, furnishing included, $20,000, rent lot paid til Sept 30, 2016, Beatrice 956-341-8367. WINTER HAVEN 55+ community Pharr, 12X56, 2b/1ba, fully furnished, washer and dryer, lot 7, 402-360-1629. 14’X40’ MOBILE home with 12’X16’ Texas room, front door glass French doors, this home has been completely renovated, c/w beautiful gardens, must see, 956-4604333. 16X60, 2BR/2BA, Alamo Country Club 55 +, partially furnished, carport, covered patio, includes lot, golf cart, $54,500, 956-

342-7362. 1988 16X52 & LOT 2 bed, 2 bath, newer appliances, windows, awnings, furnished, Texas room, steel, roof storage, shed, handicap accessible, Mission 515-6815970. DOUBLEWIDE FURNISHED, COVERED carport & deck, reduced, negotiable, Casa del Valle, 956-783-2330 or 785-713-2271. WE BUY MOBILE homes, trailer houses, RV’s, 5th wheels, park models. We pay cash, any year, any condition, old or new. Call Ms. Davis anytime at 956-545-1118. PHARR SOUTH MOBILE Home park, 55 + gated community 1402 S. Cage, privately owned homes & lots, open house first weekend every month, December thru April, 1-4pm, for info call 956-283-8764. DO YOU WANT to sell your RV? Do it the Texas Trader Way! and is cost nothing! No fees ever! No contract! Call today for your free appraisal, Texas Trader RV, La Feria, TX 956-797-3000, transport available, ask for Mark. 14X56 SCHULTZ MOBILE home, Mission, Texas, 2bd/1ba, fully furnished, Texas room, shed, metal roof, 55+ gated, $12,000, 204-754-2536.

Motor Homes DAMON INTRUDER 38FT, 2 slides, Workhorse engine, new tires 2015, 46,xxx miles, $22,500 OBO, 956-605-2833.

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Motorcycles TRIKE YOUR MOTORCYCLE with Towpac Instatrike, 1/3 the cost of triking your bike, 8” wheels $2,719; 12” wheels $3,299; 14” radials $3,463 plus shipping, call Darrell at 612-840-5030.

Park Models 10X25 GLASSED IN porch, new skirting, PVC plumbing inc. sinks and faucets, central air, new TV, fully furnished, $11,500 OBO, 414-731-0437, after April 1, call 414-352-7836. 12X33 EXTENDED CARPORT, 1994, shed, w & dryer, newer roof, heat pump, a/c, Casa del Valle, nice, $14,000, 641-8601563. 1997 CARTERBURY PARK model, excellent condition, lot owned, full covered patio 11X33, furnished, shed, w/d, a must see, $43,000, W & I Resort Mission, 605-3593424. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956929-3824.

Services APPLIANCE REPAIR, MOST brands, handyman plumbing and electrical repairs,

over 55 years experience, 956-584-7817. INCOME TAX SERVICE, YOUR place or mine, E-File, all states, 40 years experience, call for an appointment 715-8501481. FREE ROOF INSPECTIONS, South Texas Roofing & Siding contractor of choice, custom carports, Trueroofing.net, 956884-1688. NO JOB TO big or small! Rubber roof replacements, insurance claims, full body paint & crash jobs, call today for free estimates, Texas Trader RV 956-797-3000. REPAIR OF AQUA Hot Controller and Dometic Four Button thermostats. Call Jim at Frerichs Electronics, 308-440-5154. MASSAGE AND BODYCARE by Nicole starting at $15, call 956-739-5524.

Travel Trailers

FOR SALE 12’X38’ 2008 Destination trailer, 12’X36’ car port, 6’X8’ shed, $23,000 with golf cart, Donna, Texas, phone 309-2249592. 2014 ROCKWOOD 23’ Mini Lite, power awning and jack, queen bed, large shower, asking $13,900, 218-821-9662. 1999/2000 RV COACH 37s Pace Arrow Fleetwood V-10, sleeps 6, new tires, ready and nice, 63k miles, 517-914-1228. 2009, 18’ PLAYMOR Eliete Toy hauler,

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sleeps 4, fully self contained, 1/2 ton towable, pictures on request, email gnf1934@ yahoo.com, 573-348-9640, $10,000. 2002 PROWLER, EXCELLENT condition, 2 slides, anchored in beautiful Harlingen park, new a/c, 2nd roof, patio cover, skirting, plumbing, $12,000 OBO, 605-756 -4461. 2010 WILDCAT 5TH Wheel, rear kitchen, in-counter waste basket w/ outside access, table & 4 chairs, sectional sofa w/ storage, sleeper sofa, flat screen TV, DVD/CD/FM Radio inside/outside speakers, frosted glass shower door, water closet, sleep number bed w/ remote, full wardrobe across front, 4- Seasons Coach, $21,900, Gooding RV Center (956) 585-4481. 2008 ROCKWOOD SIGNATURE Ultra Lite 8319SS Travel Trailer, 32’ 2”, weighs 6,310 LBS, bar w/ 2 stool, 2 swivel rockers, Sleeper Sofa, white interior, stainless refrigerator, I Phone Dock, TV, large restroom, dual bathroom sinks, spacious queen bedroom, 2 slide outs, $16,000, Gooding RV Center (956)-585 -4481. 2007 JAYCO 314 BHDS travel trailer, front walk-around queen bed, table w/ 4 chairs, rear bunk room, bottom Jiffy Sofa, top bunk, rear bath, tub/shower. $15,999, Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)585-4481. 2008 PROWLER 310-2BDS travel trailer, 2 slide outs, front queen bed, 2 rear bunks, bar w/2 stools, sleeper sofa, dinette, $9,998, Gooding RV Center Mission, TX 956-585-4481. 2009 ROCKWOOD SIGNATURE Ultra Lite 8319SS, travel trailer, 33’, weighs 6,129LBS, 2 slide outs, front living room, 2 Swivel Rockers, Sleeper Sofa, bar w/2 stools, pass-through bathroom, double sinks, walk-around queen bed, $12,900, Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)585-4481. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956929-3824.

Wanted ACTIVITY DIRECTORS FOR 2016/2017 season RV & MH Resort, Alamo, Texas. Resume to Manager@winterranchrv.com or call 956-781-1358. WANTED: USED 3-wheel bicycle and 8X10 storage shed, leave message 515-2503072. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956929-3824.

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Bit O’ Heaven has Mardi Gras costume dance

On Tuesday, Feb. 9, residents of Bit O’ Heaven RV Park in Donna celebrated Fat Tuesday with a costumed dance. Many residents were dressed up in costumes, from traditional Mardi Gras clown or jester costumes to other colorful characters. There were costumes from the Colonial era, leprechauns, kings and

queens, waitresses serving drinks, and ladies looking like genies just released from their bottles, and other colorful garb. Many residents had fancy masks or colorful bow ties or other items that go with Mardi Gras celebrations. Gold, green and purple beads were passed out to party participants.

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Benola Robinson, one of the hostesses for the event, said she was encouraging people to come out in costume for the dance. “Over the past few years, more and more people are getting into the spirit of things and dressing up in costumes. It gets better each year,” she added. Benola and her husband Jerry were dressed in traditional gold and purple Mardi Gras costumes complete with masks. Kathy Olivarez of the Winter Texan Times and Fran Adams of Welcome Home RGV were invited to be judges

of the best costumes. After viewing the costumes on parade the two judges decided the best costumes were of a couple dressed as devils. Don and Paulette Kraichy of West St. Paul, Manitoba, Canada took the honors. Marvin Van Keulen of Mineral, Illinois, won Most Ridiculous Costume in his purple tutu. The Best Single Costume went to “almost” 85-year-old Bonnie Cadwalader of Bushnell, Illinois who wore a jester suit and hat.

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