February 2, 2017 - WTT ISSUE by Winter Texan Times

r e t n Wi an Tex

TIMES

Anniversary

RGV Quilt Guild holds expo at SPI

Winter Texan Fiesta coming soon to Mission

By Jamie Treviño As she walked through the maze of over 300 quilts displayed, Karon Jacobson explained the intricate detail and intensive work that goes into quilting. The Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild held their 35th Annual Quilt Expo this past Friday and Saturday at the South Padre Island Convention Centre. Hosting 29 The annual Mega Winter Texan Fivendors, the RGV Quilt Guild made sure esta, sponsored by the Greater Mission both days were filled with colorful exhibChamber of Commerce will be held Feb. its, patriotic presentations, and fashion 11-12. The Winter Texan Fiesta cele- shows as over 1000 people attended. brates Winter Texans staying in Mission “This is just an amazing array of and in the Rio Grande Valley. quilts,” Jacobson said. “They’re just fabulously inspirational. They just blow me See Fiesta pg. 3 away.” Valley Star Awards Jacobson, the 2017 chairman of the show, said that the many members of the Coming Feb. 18 g been working hard guild have continue Santo rtainin dw Ente the quilting tradition. n l & Con iches e a e u n tw cessio e n b A ns 6th d Availpg. able35 Awar ns: See Quilt Show

Valley Stowar Winter Texans enjoy wood carving ntatio

Prese

Folklorico

Anticipation is growing as entertainers in the Rio Grande Valley await this ResortValyear’s Mission selections forBell the prestigious 1711 E. Bus. 83 • Mission, TX leyYouStar Awards. Winter Texans across voted for your favorites in the Winter Texan Times the Rio GrandeCome Valley are wins!! already asking see who for the ballots TICKETS to voteAVAILABLE for their favorite Mission Bell • 605-610-6114 Tickets Tickets performers. The ballot inside today’s Winter Texan Times is • 956-580-7800 15

To order by phone: • 865-253-2514

2016 MJDD VLTJDDEE LC ESD YDJP!

Edinburg

AwardSh

People attending the expo could stop and shop for donated items made by the guild members, such as pin cushions, quilts and home decor.

See Valley Star Awards pg. 40

The Travel & Health & Wellness Expo will be Feb. 21-22

The McAllen Chamber of Commerce will again host their annual Travel Show in conjunction with the Health & Wellness Expo sponsored by Rio Grande Regional Hospital at the McAllen Convention Center on Feb. 21-22 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. Admission is free. Thousands of people attend this popular event each year, making it the largest health event in the Rio Grande Valley, said Luis Cantu, Vice-president for Business and Community Development for See Wellness Expo pg. 40

hobby at Ranchero Village

By Henry Miller cated to the carvers and that hobby. From George Vaughn didn’t know what ventilators to dust collectors to personTSD BDDD CSPJEEDD SSLS Leslie Blasing was worse – the serious car accident he al lockers where carving members can endured or the recovery process. Sure, store their tools and the objects they are during recovery he was able to stay at working on instead of toting them back home and rest, but there’s only so much and forth from their home. The building & Pamcan do, and Vaughn led an acofSherwin that one – with a “Carving Station” sign out front Mario Rosales Linton tive lifestyle. – is 100 percent for members. “I worked in the oil field service and The results have been fantastic. There was used to being on the go all the time are colorful birds, butterflies, ducks, fish – day and night,” said Vaughn, now a res- and other animals that are first cut and ident at Ranchero Village Mobile Home carved, then painted. There are canes, Park in Weslaco. “I found myself having dishes, caricatures – a wide array of fignothing to do after the accident and sitting ures that can only be slowed down by the around the house got old really quick.” lack of imagination – or the lack of go bys One of his wife’s friends gave him a or rough outs that help guide the woodsmall six-piece carving set and told him to carver along. try carving. Now, 19 years later, Vaughn A “go by” is a photo or object that is has not only expandedSSS.BDDDCSPJEEDD.TLL his carving skills, similar to what a carver may be working but he is the committee chairman for the on. They may try to replicate it, or they Ranchero Village wood carving group. may try to recreate the image. So, in esThe group, exclusively for Ranchero sence they are going to “go by” what they Village residents, carries about 15 or 16 are looking at to create their carving. wood carvers in the park. What separates A rough out is a figure that has someRanchero from other Winter Texan parks what of a shape to it – like of a bear hugis that the building they carve in is dediSee Wood Carving pg. 39 Susan Hudson

2012 Female Vocalist

Bill Chrastil

2016 Male Vocalist

JJJ 26 • DDDDDDJJD MH PJPP • HJPDDJHDJ, TX • 7:00-10:00 Female Vocalist 2013, 14, 15, JJJ16 28 • LDLLJ TPDD EEEJEDE • MDEEDLJ, TX • 7:00-8:30 • HLDDDJH IJJ EDEPDEE • RJHLLJDRDDDD, TX • 7-8:30 Entertainer ofJJJ the30 Year 2013, 14, 15, JJJ16 31 • TPLEDTJD VJDDDH ATPDE • MDEEDLJ, TX • 7:00-9:00

FDF 1 • CLLCLPE SSDEDE • SLSES PJDPD IEDJJD, TX • 7:00-8:30 FDF 3 • BDE-O-HDJRDJ • DLJJJ, TX • 7:00-10:00 FDF 4 • SJLS TL SSJ • WDEDJTL, TX • 7:00-10:00 FDF 6 • FSJ N SSJ • SJJ BDJDEL, TX • 7:00-8:30 FDF 7 • TPJDDE EJD • WDEDJTL, TX • 7:00-8:45 FDF 8 • HLDDDJH IJJ EDEPDEE • RJHLLJDRDDDD, TX • 7-8:30 FDF 9 • ADJLL PJPJDDED ATPDE • ADJLL, TX 4:00-6:00 FDF 10 • CJJHLJ LJPD • MDEEDLJ, TX • 7:00-10:00 FDF 11 • SSJESDJD RV RDELPE • HJPDDJHDJ, TX • 8:00-10:00 FDF 12 • TPLESH GJPDDJE RV RDELPE • ADJLL, TX • 6:00-8:00 FDF 14 • PJPJDDED SLSES • MDPTDDDE, TX • 7:00-10:00 FDF 15 • CLLCLPE SSDEDE • SLSES PJDPD IEDJJD, TX • 7-8:30 FDF 16 • HLDDDJH IJJ EDEPDEE • RJHLLJDRDDDD, TX • 7-8:30 FDF 17 • ADJLL RLED • ADJLL, TX • 7:00-10:00 FDF 18 • VJDDDH SEJP ASJPDE/MDEEDLJ BDDD•MDEEDLJ, TX• 6EL FDF 19 • GJEDSJH RV PJPP • RJHLLJDRDDDD, TX • 2:00-4:00 FDF 19 • LDJJL GPJJDD • MDPTDDDE, TX • 7:00-9:00 FDF 21 • BDJEEDJ GPLRD RDELPE • MDEEDLJ, TX • 7:00-8:30 FDF 22 • MTADDDJ MLFDDD PJPP • MTADDDJ, TX • 7:00-8:30 FDF 23 • HLDDDJH IJJ EDEPDEE • RJHLLJDRDDDD, TX • 7-8:30 FDF 24 • 1015 RV PJPP • WDEDJTL, TX • 6:30-8:00 FDF 25 • PDDJEJJE VJDDDH RDELPE • 7:00-10:00

Bruce Edwards created this remarkable carving of a common merganser duck. Winter Texan Times Photo

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

JANUARY 30 – FEBRUARY 26

Earn entries from January 30 – February 26 for your chance to win a brand-new 2017 Porsche Cayman! Earn one free entry daily and additional entries for every 777 points earned. Be here from 3 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, February 26 to win your share of thousands in Lucky Bucks in our hot seats drawings and to qualify for your chance to win the Porsche Cayman! Each hour from 3 to 7 p.m. one guest will be chosen as a finalist for the car and at 7 p.m. one of the five finalists will drive home in a brand-new Porsche Cayman.

E A G L E PA S S, T X

LUCKYEAGLETEXAS.COM

Vehicle shown will vary from actual prize. Must be a Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Hotel Players Club Member to participate. Management reserves all rights.

Drawings from 5 – 10 p.m.

Monday Slot Tournaments!

EVERY MONDAY | 10:00 A.M. Blackout dates may apply

Sensational

SENIOR DAY T H U R S D AYS

55+

Let’s Have Some Fun! EVERY THURSDAY Blackout dates may apply

www.wttrgv.com FIESTA

From pg. 1 Come out and enjoy great entertainment and get a delicious meal at the same time. And pick up a new Mexican shirt or dress plus surprises for the folks back home at the artisan fair. Enjoy a vast array of local and Mexican artists and vendors from all throughout Mexico with many traditional products at the Mexican Artisan Market at the Mission Historical Museum, (900 Doherty Ave.) The market will take place, Feb. 10 from 1 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Polish your golf clubs and join the fun on Friday, Feb. 10 at the Shary Municipal Golf Course, located at 2201 N. Mayberry St. in Mission. The “Fiesta on the Greens” Golf Tournament tees off at 8 a.m. in a “Six-Person Texas Scramble.”

The cost for the 18-hole division is $40, which includes food and beverage. Payments must be made at sign-up. Registration started this week, so stop by the golf course and reserve a spot in this popular annual tourney. For more information call 956-580-8770. On Saturday, Feb. 11, plan to enjoy an afternoon filled with live entertainment from talented local and out-of-state musicians. A complimentary meal will be provided by Ace’s BBQ starting at 11 a.m. Attendees must pick up their free meal voucher in advance at the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce located at 202 W. Tom Landry in Mission starting Monday, Feb. 6 while supplies last. For more general information about the event or for sponsorship opportunities please contact Zoe Molina at events@ missionchamber.com or (956) 585-2727.

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 03

MOBILE HOME INSURANCE COMPARE

Fiesta on the Greens is part of Mega Winter Texan Fiesta

The annual Fiesta on the Greens, held in conjunction with the Mega Winter Texan Fiesta will be held Friday, Feb. 10 at the Shary Municipal Golf Course in Mission. It will begin at 8 a.m. with a six-person Texas Scramble. The cost is $40 which includes food, beverages and 18 homes of

golf. Cart is included. There will be a variety of prizes given away during the day like shirts and caps from Shary Golf Course and items provided by other vendors. Call the Shary Golf Course Pro Shop at (956) 580-8770 for details and registration.

Highly talented Dave & Daphne coming to town

Get ready for a great show filled with talented guitar playing and the voice of an angel. (Daphne’s voice, not Dave’s.) Dave & Daphne are returning to the Rio Grande Valley in this month. Dave, who was lead guitarist for Barbara Mandell for seven years, was declared by Roy Clark to be “one of the most fabulous guitarists on the planet.” Dave makes songs like “Orange Blossom Special” and “Flight of the Bumblebee,” which are both difficult to play, look like child’s play. In addition to his skills as a guitarist, he is an accomplished vocalist, songwriter and humorist. Daphne, whose father fondly referred to her as “The Mouth of the South,” has one of the greatest voices ever heard in the Rio Grande Valley—or anywhere else for that matter. She toured with the Gaither’s, one of the best-known gospel groups ever. She sang with the Florida Boys, the Cathedrals, Rex Nelon, the Hinsons, and many others. She was voted Female of the Year by the Southern Gospel Music Association. Daphne’s voice has been referred to as a cross between Shania Twain and Patsy Cline and she is able to sing almost any kind of music. She also yodels like Patsy Montana. Her version of Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You,” sends

Dave & Daphne chills down the spine of the listener. Her renditions of “Amazing Grace” and “The Lord’s Prayer” are incredible. Both Dave and Daphne give God credit for the enormous talent he gave them. They are truly two of the most talented entertainers to perform in the Rio Grande Valley and should not be missed. Dave & Daphne can be seen Feb. 12 at Citrus Valley Resort in McAllen at 2 p.m.; Feb. 12, Big Valley RV Resort, Donna; Feb. 13, Hidden Valley Resort, Mission; Feb.14, Oleander Acres, Mission; Feb. 15, VIP La Feria; Feb. 19, Pharr South Resort, Pharr, 6:30 p.m.; Feb. 21, Alamo Rose; Feb. 22, Winter Haven: Feb. 24, Rio Valley Estates; and Feb. 25, Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen.

Basic Coverage Sample 2

Sample 1 10,000

Dwelling

20,000

2,000

Contents

5,000

500

Adjacent Structures

500

100,000

Liability

100,000

1,000

Medical

1,000

* $204.00

Annual Premium

* $368.00

Call Or Come See Us

956-464-2886 Galvan Insurance Agency, Inc. 1101 East Business 83 Donna, TX 3/4 miles West of DonWes Flea Market www.galvaninsuranceagency.com * Sample Rate is only a quote and is subject to terms and conditions of the policy if issued.

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

WT’s favorite duet Gordy & Debbie to perform

Five time winners of Valley Star Award’s Duet Musical Group of the Year, Gordy & Debbie have returned to the Rio Grande Valley for the month of February. These Branson performers have long been favorites with Winter Texans. Gordy & Debbie sing all the country favorites from the 50s and 60s and Gordy often does tributes to George Strait. They also add a bit of comedy to their routines. The combination has made them popular with senior citizens everywhere as they now travel to Florida and Arizona as well as the Rio Grande Valley. Gordy grew up in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he began singing in the church choir when he was 13 years old and he has been singing ever since. He sang in the gospel quartet 3rd Generation for seven years. Some of their music was played on national gospel radio. In 2005 he competed in the Colgate Country Showdown and won the local competition and then placed second in the Missouri State Competition. That same year he entered Doug Gabriel’s Branson Idol competition where he also placed second. Gordy moved to Branson in 2005 where he began performing at Mel’s Hard Luck Diner as a singing server. Also in 2005 he met

Debbie Kaye. They married in the dining room of Mel’s Hard Luck Diner in 2006. Debbie Kaye grew up in Kimball, South Dakota where she found her love of music. As a teen she worked waiting tables in the family-owned truck stop where all the stars stopped on their way across South Dakota. She dreamed of becoming a country star. Debbie studied music education at South Dakota University but decided she would rather sing than teach. She moved to Clear Lake, Iowa and formed the Debbie Kaye Band. She opened for Bobby Vee and headlined several times at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake where Buddy Holly’s last concert was held. She moved to Branson in 1994 and performed in the Showboat Branson Belles Show and in The Pump Boys and Dinette Show. She spent 11 years at Mel’s Hard Luck Diner as a singing server. When the couple is not performing in shows in Branson, they spend the off-season working at local resorts and doing numerous road shows each year. Gordy & Debbie can be seen Feb. 3 Tropic Winds RV Resort, Harlingen; Feb. 4, Leisure World, Weslaco; Feb. 7, Bentsen Grove, Palmview; Feb. 8, McAllen

Mobile; Feb. 10, Palm Resaca, Brownsville; Feb.11, Palm Gardens, Harlingen; Feb.12, Valley View Estates, Mission; Feb.13, Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission; Feb. 14, Posada del Sol, Harlingen; Feb. 18, Canyon Lake, Mission; Feb. 19, Kenwood RV Resort, La Feria; Feb. 20, Hidden Valley Ranch, Mission; Feb. 21, Tropic Star, Pharr; Feb. 23, Tip O’ Texas, Pharr; Feb. 25, Riverside Club, Mission, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Feb. 26. Alamo Palms, 6 p.m.; and Feb. 27, Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission.

Gordy & Debbie

McAllen Symphonic Band plans Valentine’s Day concert

The McAllen Symphonic Band will perform a Valentine’s Concert, “Serenade Under the Stars,” Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at the Center Church (formerly Trinity Worship Center), in Pharr. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at Wilder Resorts, all McAllen Community Centers, the Weslaco Chamber of Commerce and at the door on the evening of the performance if available. The concert will be under the direction of Dr. Benjamin Coy, brass instruc-

tor and director of the symphonic band and brass ensemble at South Texas State College. Dr. Coy earned his doctorate in trombone performance and pedagogy at Ohio State University and also studied in Chicago, where he received his master’s degree at Northwestern University and his bachelors at Chicago College of Performing Arts. He is a member of Valley Symphony Orchestra and the Waterloo/ Cedar Falls Symphony.

www.wttrgv.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 05

February 10th & 11th Winter Texan Fiesta Entertainers and Legendary Cowboy Poet “Richard Bellert” February 11 - 11 am

Bill Chrastil

ez Johnny Ray Gom

FREE

Regan James

rs Mama’s Wrangle

Artisan Market

Mission Historical Museum Feb 10: 1 PM - 8 PM | Feb 11: 10 AM - 5 PM

ADMISSION

Richard Bellert

To The Artisian Market and Winter Texan Fiesta Must collect your FREE meal ticket in advance at The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce starting February 6 at 8:30 a.m. 202 W. Tom Landry, Mission, TX (while supplies last) Beverage not included

Fiesta on Golf Course Shary Municipal Golf Course Feb 10: 8 AM - 2 PM

Richard Lynch

Terry Smith

Local Vendors, Live Entertainment & Much More!

Leo Peña Placita Park Feb 11: Begins at 11 AM

For more general information about the event or for sponsorship opportunities please contact Zoe Molina at events@missionchamber.com or at 956-585-2727.

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Leslie Blasing Show delights audiences

By Kathy Olivarez Those who have not seen one of Leslie Blasing’s shows are missing out on a great performer. There is good reason she has been selected as Female Vocalist of the Year every year from 2013 to 2016 and Entertainer of the Year 2014-2016 at the Valley Star Awards presentations. Leslie has a rich contra-alto voice with great vibrato and a virtual encyclopedia of songs spanning six decades. She knows almost all the songs that have come out since the war years of the 1940s. Unlike many of the entertainers who come to Winter Texan resorts across the Valley from Branson or Nashville or other locations, Leslie is homegrown. Well almost. She tells audiences that she came to the Valley for a three-week gig 24 years ago and is still here. She grew up in Hondo, Texas, where she was encouraged to sing by the high school principal. She was discovered by Winter Texans and other Winter Texan entertainers who encouraged her to get out and sing in the resorts. She started a recent show at Wintergreen Estates with an old favorite country song by Loretta Lynn, “Coal Miner’s Daughter.” Then she moved to an oldie, “My Little Runaway.” Just as quickly she

moved to the 80s and Anne Murray, a favorite Canadian singer with “Fly Away.” Then it was back to the 1940s with a lively “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy.” Then it was back to the 50s or 60s oldies with “Johnny B. Goode.” After singing, Patsy Cline’s “Tell Me Now” she asked for audience participation on “I Wanna Hold Your Hand.” Then it was on to Freddie Fender and “Before the Next Teardrop Falls.” She livened things up with Buddy Holly’s “That’ll Be the Day” and Sammi Smith’s “Help Me Make It Through the Night. She changed some of George Strait’s lyrics saying “All my execs Wear Rolexes,” and “I’m alive and well on South Padre Island.” She told tales of her days in San Antonio where she met the likes of Sammi Smith, who had an amazing voice range, and Reba McIntyre and Dolly Parton who offered to help her advance in her career. But once she arrived at South Padre Island, she decided she was home. After singing at the Sheraton for eight years, she moved to Schlitterbahn for another 10 years. She loves to sing and is amazed that people will pay her to do what she loves. “I feel blessed every night when I sing,” she tells the audience.

She cut up by singing a Willie Nelson song with a clip on her nose to get his special sound. She swayed back and forth while singing Ray Charles. Singing “Seven Spanish Angels,” she switched from character to character. After break she asked for requests from the audience. There were no requests she did not know. She asked the audience to sing along on most of the requests. The audience happily sang along as she took them on a trip down memory lane. Leslie can be seen on Saturdays and Sundays between 1 and 4 p.m. at Boomerang Billy’s on South Padre Island. On Tuesdays look for her at Louie’s Backyard from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays she sings at Palm Street Pier on the island from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursdays she can be found at the Coral Reef from 1 to 3 p.m. In addition, Leslie will perform Feb. 7 “History of Rock-n-Roll Show” at the SPI Convention Center. Tickets are $8-$12. Feb. 8 she’ll be at La Hacienda Estates, Alamo; Feb. 19, Valley View Estates, Mission; and Feb. 23, Tropic Winds, Harlingen. Leslie will present a special show, “The Music of the Time WWII and 40’s Era Popular Songs at Victoria Palms Ballroom Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. Presale tickets are

$10 and at the door $12. Call (956) 7823263 for tickets. Leslie will be in the Isla Grande Ballroom on Valentine’s Day. Tickets are $35 for singles or $60 for couples with a dinner buffet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Music from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. She has been nominated once again for Female Vocalist of the Year at the Valley Star Awards to be held Feb.18 at Mission Bell.

Leslie Blasing

www.wttrgv.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 07

February 14 • 5pm - 9pm (Show at 6pm)

Choice Appetizer Shrimp Cocktail Fresh Fruit Compote

Choice of Salad Caesar Salad Mixed Green Salad

Choice of Entrée

Baked Chicken Breast Stuffed with Spinach and Garlic Cheese Sauce, Sauteed Vegetables & Roasted Red Potatoes

Dinner For Two Reservations Recommended

Petite Tenderloin Topped With Grilled or Blackened Shrimp, Sauteed Vegetables & Roasted Red Potatoes Shrimp Three Ways –Parmesan, Grilled and Blackened, Rice Pilaf & Sauteed Vegetables

Dessert

Fresh Baked Apple Crisp with Myers Rum Sauce

Glass of Wine

Turn Right On The Causeway Adjacent To Schlitterbahn 33261 State Park Rd. 100 South Padre Island, Texas 78597 956-772-9772 Shrimphaus.Com

Enjoy a stay at our newest, largest beachfront hotel beginning at $59 For reservations call 956-761-1160

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

EVENTS

CALENDAR

Feb. 2 – Mariachi Aztlan, TSC Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. General admission $10. Feb. 2 – There will be an indoor Kite Performance at the South Padre Island Convention Center. Tickets are required. Call B&S Kites at (956) 761-1248 for information. Feb. 3 – McAllen’s First Friday Artwalk will be held from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on N. Main Street. Feb. 3 – Historic Brownsville Museum, 641 E. Madison St. presents “Viva Charro Day! Exhibit’s opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free. Exhibit runs Feb. 3 to Mar. 12. Feb. 3 – Community Winter Texan Bingo from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at Bert Ogden Subaru Showroom, 4221 S. U.S. Exp.281, Edinburg. Breakfast starts at 8:30, games start 9:15 a.m. Call (956) 378-4391 for reservations. Feb. 3-4 – The Outdoor Kite Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the flats near the South Padre Island Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 3-5 – Camille Playhouse will present “Master Class.” Fri. & Sat 8 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 2:30 p.m. Tickets range from $7 to $20. Order online www. camille-

playhouse.net. Feb. 4 – International Museum of Art and Science will host Senior Citizens to a gallery tour at 10 a.m. Admission. Feb. 4 – Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1105 West Fern Avenue, McAllen will host its annual Lutefisk Dinner. Tickets are $18 for a complete meal of Lutefisk, Swedish meatballs, lefse, mashed potatoes, krumkake and lingonberry jam. For information call (956) 631-6121. Feb. 4 – Palm Valley Animal Center will host the eighth annual Puppy Love Gala. It will be held from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen. For information call (956) 686-1141. Feb. 4 – Downtown Harlingen Walking Tour, 9 a.m. leaves from J.B.’s café, 204 Jackson Street. Feb. 7 – Green Gate Grove will hold its annual quilt show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission and lunch will be available for sale. Feb. 8 – Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild presents EQ7 for beginners. Classes held at Renee’s Fiber Art Quilting School, 1612 N. Tower Road, Alamo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $45 for guild members.

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Feb. 9– Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild presents EQ7 –the next steps to make you more proficient. Classes held at Renee’s Fiber Art Quilting School, 1612 N. Tower Road, Alamo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $45 for guild members. Feb. 9 – McAllen Town Band will present a Latin Festival at Trinity Worship Center at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 – Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild presents EQ7- more elaborate uses and promote top skills. Classes held at Renee’s Fiber Art Quilting School, 1612 N. Tower Road, Alamo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $45 for guild members. Feb. 11 – Downtown Harlingen Walking Tour, 9 a.m. leaves from J.B.’s café, 204 Jackson Street. Feb. 11 – Historic Brownsville Museum, 641 E. Madison, presents Winter Walking Tour: Old City Cemetery, 11 a.m. $10. Call (956) 541-5560 Feb. 11– Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild presents Reeze L. Hanson, “Inspiration is in the Air.” Classes held at Renee’s Fiber Art Quilting School, 1612 N. Tower Road, Alamo, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $45 for guild members. Feb. 11 – RGV Mennonite Relief Sale will take place at the Rio Grande Bible Institute in Edinburg, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 11 – San Benito Market Days, Batts Street & Sam Houston Blvd. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 11-12 – Air Fiesta 2017, Brownsville Airport, General admission tickets

$12 tickets can be purchased online in advance. Flying starts at noon. Gates open 9 a.m. Feb. 12 – Knights of Columbus will sell Texas BBQ (take out only) from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church Hall, corner of Perkins Ave. and Leo Najo. St. in Mission. $8. Feb. 14 – McAllen Symphonic Band will hold Concert, “Serenade Under the Stars,” at the Center Church, at intersection of Exp. 281 and Nolana Loop in Pharr, at 7:30 p.m. $5 admission. Feb. 15 – “Chuy’s Cantina’s” a radio show theater performance will be presented at Country Side RV, 100 Val Verde Road, Donna. at 7 p.m. Admission $6.

wtt online Putting the Winter Texan Times digital edition at your fingertips. Bookmark our website

wttrgv.com on your computer, tablet or smart phone to view your digital edition of the Winter Texan Times online.

WintearnTIMES Tex

Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987

956.580.7800 www.wttrgv.com

You can view and read every page of every issue online, anywhere, anytime.

Subscribe Subscribe to our email newsletter online to receive the latest issue as soon as we publish.

Sales • Service • Parts New & used inventory 214 W. Expressway 83 • Donna, TX

956-464-0378 www.rvstation.com

Come by and see us in Donna, We have some deals for you. Crossroads Zinger Jay Flight • Jay Flight Swift • White Hawk • Eagle Pinnacle • Red Hawk • Grey Hawk • Melbourne Senica • Jayco Seismic • Jayco Octane

Areolite Heartland Cyclone

Montana • Laredo Montana Mountaineer

www.wttrgv.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 09

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

Complete RV Parts Store! Come Shop Our Store!

Accessories-Parts-Supplies Appliances

9” Folding Step Stools

Damp Rid

Assorted Colors

Easy Fill System 4pk. Refill

1149

1196

LED to replace Florescent Bulb

12”

Portable Satellite

Repairs up to 5 Shades

Supports 2 Receivers. Uses Dish, Direct TV & Bell

Winegard

2199

599

Emergency Water Heater Tank Rinser Triangles

w/ Plastic Case 3pk.

18”

2995

3995 $4695

Pleated Shade First Aid Kit

Slide Lock

Slidewinder Slide Out Supports

Adjusts form 19” to 47” Holds 5,000lbs

13,500

Dometic A/C

650

13,500

649 15,000 $ Add 749 Heat Strip $20 $

8995

Flow-Pur

749

Coleman A/C

Phoenix Airfusion Shower Kit

2pk.

Water Filter

15,000

4395

Norcold Refrigerator

3895

Dometic Refrigerator

Maxx Air Vent

#2862

Cover White

1499

RV/Marine Tissue 4pk. 2 ply – 500 sheets

#N841

#N641

1250 1150

Adapter

50m-30F 18” $18.95 50’ – 30amp 18” $89.95

#2662

2895

1399

Pop a Plate

$ 73

767 699

499

Pop A Filter $ Extension cord 30’ – 50amp $189.95 Pop A Napkin $ 15’ – 50amp $109.95 $ Pop A Bag 25’ - 30amp $47.95 $ Pop A Tissue (with handles lighted ends)

Sealand 310 S Toilet

799 761

w/ sprayer

190

A&E • CAREFREE • DOMETIC • NORCOLD • COLEMAN • ATWOOD • SUBURBAN THETFORD • HYDRO-FLAME • DUO-THERM

RV SERVICE CENTER 956-787-6051

1303 W. U.S HWY. 83 • ALAMO, TX WE DO ON-SITE REPAIRS MISSION THRU MERCEDES OPEN MON.-SAT. 8AM-5PM

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

PARKS

CALENDAR

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, February 2 Biscuits & Gravy - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 7-9am, $4pp. Craft Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, everyone is welcome. Craft Fair - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, Coffee and donuts will be served at 8 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. for a minimal fee, contact Carol, 956-647-5730, public is welcome. Quilt & Craft Show - Orange Grove RV Park, Edinburg, 8am-3pm, admission $2pp, caramel rolls at 8am, lunch starting at 10:30am, bed turning at 10am & 2pm, scissor sharpening available. Quilt & Hobby Show - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 9am-1pm, for more information call 956-223-4490. Country Jam - El Valle Del SołEl Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9-11am, for more information call 956-585-5704. Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 9-11am, biscuts & gravy served 7am-9am. Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, for more information call 956-423-5484. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers and more, for more information call 956-585-0703. Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 11am-1pm, choose from menu of pancakes, waffles, eggs, and sausages, all the coffee you can drink, BYOTS, for further information call 956-781-1840. Country & Western Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 12:30-3pm, for more information call 956-585-0703. Big Band/ Rock Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-3pm, no jam Feb.16th, for more information call 956223-9359. Jam Sessions - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, lunch avail-

able noon to 1:00 P.M., all are welcome, bring your instrument and/or voice, enjoy a fun afternoon, for information call 956447-9906. Jam Sessions - W&I Resort, Mission, 1-3pm, sloppy joes will be served 11:30am-12:30pm, cookies, bars, and popcorn, for more information call 612868-9689. Country Music Jam - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 1-3:30pm, lunch available from 11:30am, free admission, concessions open til 2pm, homemade ice cream bars available during intermission, musician/singer singup starts at 11:30am- first come, call 479-981-0526 for more information. Jam - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm. Country Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, featuring returning favorite, Chuck Mathis, public is invited. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Regan James, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Dance - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 3:30pm, Can/Am, for more information call 956-425-7448. Thursday, Burger, Chicken, Pork Night - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm, 1/3 lb. burger or large chicken breast or porkloin sandwich, homemade slaw, fried potato wedges- $5.50 each, tea or lemonade free with meal, for more information call 956-585-6718. Fish Fry - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-6pm, $9.25pp all you can eat, in the Hynes Event Center. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, all you can eat, $3pp, BYOTS, dessert for sale, for more information call 603-396-2786. Pancake Supper - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6pm, BYOTS. Country Jam - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:30-7:30pm. Jam Session - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8:30pm, acoustic jam, no amplified instruments. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, coffee & cookies available at intermission for a donation, pop and ice cream bars for sale, for more information call Diane- 956-683-5160. Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Cruisers, doors open at 6:30 p.m., $10pp, BYOB, pop available, door prizes, donations for ice and popcorn. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7pm, Helen Russell, $6 pp, margarita and soda set-ups available, free popcorn and ice, BYOB concessions open, for more information call 956-782-3263. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 12

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 11

www.wttrgv.com

Introducing the

NEW

2017 Yamaha Drive e Now!

l b a l i a v A

Easy Ride Golf Cars

Drive 2 Power Tech Electric

• Fully independent front suspension for maximum comfort (both gas and electric) • Rear fold down seat • Uses industry best Trojan T-875 batteries • Smallest carbon foot point

Drive 2 Quiet Tech EFI Gas • Lowest decibel output of any gas car in the industry • LED Headlights • First ever independent rear suspension • Over 261 miles on a single fill-up

The Easy Choice For Luxury Performance and Value is the Yamaha 2017 Personal Transportation Vehicle at Easy Ride Golf Cars.

956-580-3370

www.easyridegolfcars.com

2508 W. Expressway 83 Mission, Texas

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com Friday, February 3 PARKS CALENDAR

From pg. 10 Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, concession available, for more information call 605-6106114. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Sweetwater, for more information call 956-783-5440 or 956-279-2698. Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, Jason Whorlow, $7pp, door opens at 6:15pm, for more information call 956-502-5207. Dance - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7pm, Richard Lynch Band, $8pp, for more information call 956-638-3158. Karaoke - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-9:30pm, everyone welcome to come and sing or just to listen, free admission, bring your own refreshments, call 956787-0847 to learn how to enter the park. Show - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9pm, Roger Wayne Despard, $6pp, for more information call 956-5816718. Entertainment - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-8:30pm, Spittin Image“Twins Day”, $8pp. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Daddy “D” Three, $5pp, BYOB, set-ups available, also popcorn, for more information please call 830-613-1616. Dance - Magnolia Park, Donna, 7pm, South Texas Whiskey Band, $5pp, soda & popcorn available.

Dad is Always Looking For His Next Big Adventure

Soup & Salad Bar - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 1am-12:30pm. Breakfast - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7:30-10am, in conjunction with patio sales, $4.50pp, for more information call 262-497-4241. Bake Sale - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7:30-10am, in conjunction with patio sales, for more information call 262-4974241. Patio Sale - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8-11:30am, for more information call 262-497-4241. Annual Flea Market - La Hacienda Community, Mission, 8am-3pm, books, clothes and much more. Craft & Flea Market - Chimney Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, variety of items, breakfast & lunch available, for more information call Linda at 956-585-5061. Square Dance - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 10am. Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, Noon-3pm, lunch available from 10:45 a.m. to 12 noon, jammers provide snacks during jam for donations, for more information call 956-464-9024. Country Music Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, lunch will be served from 11:30am to 12:15pm for a small fee. Jam - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 1pm, Rock N Roll lunch at 11:30 a.m., Jam starts at 1 p.m., contact Martin 636See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 13

Independent Senior Living STARTING AT $995/MO. Whether it be indepenent senior living at Brook Ridge or assisted living at The Gardens, we offer world-class services & amenities with exceptional individualized care, including daily activites and weekly outings to keep you exploring!

(956) 588-2637

(956) 588-2591

Last Chance to Lock in 2016 Rates! BrookRidge@SunshineRet.com | TheGardens@SunshineRet.com | 1201&1301 West Ridge Road | Pharr, TX 78577

www.wttrgv.com PARKS CALENDAR

From pg. 12 459-5458 for more information. Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1pm, with John & Sara, cookies & coffee served. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, dessert & coffee served, for more information call 956-688-6812. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, homemade goodies. Jam - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 1-3pm, for more information call 956-423-5484. Jam - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 2-4pm, in the Rec. Hall. Jam Session - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 2-4pm, in the Rec. hall. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Larry & Mona, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Hitman, pass the hat, margarita and soda set-ups available, free popcorn and ice, BYOB concessions open, for more information call 956-7823263. Fish Fry with Happy Hour - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 4pm, happy hour starts at 4pm, dinner at 5:30pm, $7pp in advance or $8 at the door, for more information call 956-425-7448. No fish fry on first Friday of the month. Pancake Supper - Emerald Grove Park, Harlingen, 4:30-5:30pm, eggs, bacon or sausage, $3.25pp. Friday Night Jam Sessions - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, Refreshments available starting at 4:30 p.m. Dinner & Show - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 6pm. Entertainment - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6pm, Jacob Austin Band, pass the hat. Show - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30pm, Those Were The Days- William Florian (former member of the New Christy Minstrels), $6pp, for more information call 956-968-7516. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-10pm, Jason Whorlow- The Piano Man, $6pp, door prizes, and popcorn. Entertainment - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Gordy & Debbie Show, $8pp. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7pm, The Agency, $9 pp, margarita and soda set-ups available, free popcorn and ice, BYOB concessions open, for more information call 956-782-3263. Entertainment - Mission West Resort, 7pm, Gold Wing Express, $7pp, concessions available. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7pm, David Church, for more information call 956-783-5008. Entertainment - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Bob Dolle & Texas VariSee PARKS CALENDAR pg. 16

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 13

n a x e T r e t n i W

r e t n e C s u r t i C l a v i t Fes February 10, 2017 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Texas A&M University-Kingsville Citrus Center 312 N. International Blvd. Weslaco, TX 78599

FREE FREE FREE Come learn about

CCrus Diseases in e RGV CCrus Varieees Grown in e Vaey What e CCrus Center Oﬀers New CCrus Research

FOR WINTER TEXANS

JUICE SAMPLES

GIVeAWAYS

JOIN US AT THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-KINGSVILLE CITRUS CENTER IN WESLACO TO LEARN ALL ABOUT WHAT THE CITRUS CENTER DOES IN THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY! YOU CAN ALSO LEARN ABOUT THE DIFFERENT CITRUS DISEASES AFFECTING THE RGV AND HOW YOU CAN HELP SAVE VALLEY CITRUS. THIS IS A FREE EVENT FOR WINTER TEXANS. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE FOR GIVEAWAYS AND FREE SAMPLES. WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!

FOR More InfoRMATION CALL 956-580-1917 or visit www.CITRUSALERT.COM

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

6th Annual

r a t S y e Vall w o h S d r a w A

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Saturday, February 18, 2017 6:00 p.m. Mission Bell Resort 1711 E. Bus. 83 • Mission, TX

Entertaining between Award Presentations:

2016 MJDD VLTJDDEE LC ESD

Edinburg

Folklorico Susan Hudson

Bill Chrastil 2016 Male Vocalist

2012 Female Vocalist

TSD BDDD CSPJEEDD

Leslie Blasing Sherwin & Pam Linton

Female Vocalist 2013, 14, 15, 16 Entertainer of the Year 2013, 14, 15, 16

JJJ 26 • DDDDDDJJD MH PJPP • HJPDDJHDJ, TX • 7 JJJ 28 • LDLLJ TPDD EEEJEDE • MDEEDLJ, TX • 7: JJJ 30 • HLDDDJH IJJ EDEPDEE • RJHLLJDRDDDD, JJJ 31 • TPLEDTJD VJDDDH ATPDE • MDEEDLJ, TX FDF 1 • CLLCLPE SSDEDE • SLSES PJDPD IEDJJD, FDF 3 • BDE-O-HDJRDJ • DLJJJ, TX • 7:00-10:00 FDF 4 • SJLS TL SSJ • WDEDJTL, TX • 7:00-10:0 FDF 6 • FSJ N SSJ • SJJ BDJDEL, TX • 7:00-8:30 Rosales FDF 7 • TPJDDE Mario EJD • WDEDJTL, TX • 7:00-8:45 FDF 8 • HLDDDJH IJJ EDEPDEE • RJHLLJDRDDDD, T FDF 9 • ADJLL PJPJDDED ATPDE • ADJLL, TX 4:0 FDF 10 • CJJHLJ LJPD • MDEEDLJ, TX • 7:00-10:00 FDF 11 • SSJESDJD RV RDELPE • HJPDDJHDJ, TX Sandwiches FDF 12 • TPLESH GJPDDJE RV RDELPE • ADJLL, & Concessions FDF 14 • PJPJDDED SLSES • MDPTDDDE, TX • 7:00 Available FDF 15 • CLLCLPE SSDEDE • SLSES PJDPD IEDJJD FDF 16 • HLDDDJH IJJ EDEPDEE • RJHLLJDRDDDD, FDF 17 • ADJLL RLED • ADJLL, TX • 7:00-10:00

You voted for your favorites in the Winter Texan Times Come see who wins!! Tickets 15

TICKETS AVAILABLE

Mission Bell • 605-610-6114 Winter Texan Times • 956-580-7800 To order by phone: • 865-253-2514

www.wttrgv.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017www.wttrgv.com I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 15

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

Go...With Jo! Tours & Travel Welcome Back Winter Texans!

2017 U.S. BUS TOURS

Eagle Pass Gambling - Feb. 6, 13, 15, 20, 27; Mar. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22; Apr. 5, 19, 26

(2 Days) 1 night hotel, $40 Lucky Bucks ......................................... $80

Louisiana Gambling - Feb. 20; Mar. 06

(3 Days) 2 nights in Coushatta, $30 casino credit. .......................... $125

San Antonio Rodeo – Willie Nelson & Family - Feb. 16 (2 Days) Includes hotel, 1 meal .................................................. $269 New Orleans Extravaganza - Feb. 5 (6 Days) 3 nts. In New Orleans ................................................... $779 Big Bend Adventure - Feb. 23

(6 Days) 1nt. Ft. Davis Indian Lodge & 2 Nts.Chisos Mountain Lodge. $849 Laughlin–Slots of Fun! (5 Days) - Feb. 13 - SOLD OUT Incl. Air, Riverside Hotel & ground transfers Future dates to be announced ................................................... TBA

Winter Break - The Next Generation - Feb. 26

(4 Days) Incl. R/T Air, hotels in Las Vegas & Laughlin....................... $569 Houston Rodeo – Alan Jackson (2 Days) Mar. 11 Hotel, 1 meal .........................................................................................$269 (Prices are per person, Double Occupancy)

2017 OVERSEAS TOURS

Discover Tuscany – April 27 (9 Days) Incl. 10 meals & Air from SAT ...... $3,149 Taking Deposits NOW!

2017 MEXICO BUS TOURS

Copper Canyon Special (7 Days) Mar. 4 ................................$ 825 Copper Canyon/Mazatlan (10 Days) Feb. 20 .................... $ 1,499 San Miguel de Allende Feb. 12; Mar 12 3nts in SMA .................$ 505 Mexico City (7 Days) Feb. 8 3nts in Mx.City, 1 nt in San Miguel + day tours to Taxco & Cuernavaca ........................$ 629 Monarch Butterflies (7 Days) Feb. 19 .......................................$ 649 Monterrey Tres (3 Days) Feb. 17; Mar. 5, 17 Downtown hotel .........................................................................................$ 259

Real de Catorce (3 Days) Feb. 9; Mar. 1

Jo’s favorite tour! 2 nts. in Matehuala .........................................................$ 279 Villa de Santiago/Monterrey (3 Days) Feb. 26; Mar. 19 ... $ TBA (Prices are per person, Double Occupancy)

2017 ONE DAY BUS TOURS

King Ranch (1 Day) Feb. 4, 22; Mar. 2, 16 Incl. BBQ Lunch ........................................................................... $79 pp Farm Tour (1 Day) Jan. 28; Feb. 8, 21; Mar. 7, 21 Incl. Lunch. Learn about local farming ........................................................$59 pp

King Ranch Farm Tour (1Day) Feb. 13, 28; Mar. 13

Incl. BBQ Lunch. Learn about Farming at King Ranch .............................$79 pp

NEW LOCATION: 121 W. Tyler Ave - Harlingen, Texas 956.423.1446 Lower Valley / 956.664.1446 Upper Valley

1-800-999-1446 / www.gowithjo.com

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, PARKS CALENDAR 7:30-9am, serving pancakes, sausage

From pg. 13 ety Band, $6pp, for more information call Linda at 956-279-2698. Friday Night Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Bill Chrastil, $6pp, popcorn & soda for sale, for more information call 603-396-2786. Big Band/ Rock & Roll Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, for more information call 507-273-3895. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Adam Pope & the Rebel Boots, $6pp. Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-10pm, The Classic Band, $6pp at the door. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart, delicious burgers, chips & soft drinks, singles welcome. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Mama’s Wranglers, advance tickets $7pp, at the door $7pp, advance ticket salesare from Wednesday- Friday, 10am-1pm, doors for the show open at 6pm. Show - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7-8:30pm, Spittin’ Image, $6pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Renaissance Rockers, $9pp. Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-9:30pm, Sipe & Country Playboys, $5pp, soda, water & ice available. Entertainment - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, Donna Sue Delisle, $6pp. Saturday, February 4 Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, join us for a relaxing breakfast & a view of the Rio Grande! Menu varies weekly at a very reasonable price, please bring your placesetting, call the office 956-585-5061 for more information. Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-8:30am, pancakes, eggs to order, homemade sausage, gravy w/ biscuits, fresh hasbrowns, bacon or sausage or ham, meals starting at $2.50, free coffee with meal, for more information call 956-581-6718. Annual Rummage Sale - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 7am-Noon, huge indoor rummage sale, breakfast and pie for sale, for more information call Diane- 956683-5160. Biscuits & Gravy - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7am, $3pp. Pancake Breakfast - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-8:30am, $3pp, bring your own table service. Biscuits & Gravy - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-8:30am. All You Can Eat Pancakes - Alamo Paradise Acres, 7-9am, $2.50pp, biscuits & gravy $3pp. Garage/ Yard Sale - Green Bay South, La Feria, 7-11am, no early sales, breakfast available for purchase. Craft/ Patio Sale & Flea Market - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 7am1pm.

or ham, eggs, biscuits and gravy, applesauce, grits, and toast. Saturday Morning Breakfast - El Valle Del SołEl Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7:309am, all you can eat pancakes, choice of ham or sausage, biscuits & gravy, free coffee, $4pp, please bring table service. Breakfast - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7:30am, for more information call 361-230-4383. Breakfast - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7:30-9am, choice of pancakes, waffles or french toast and sausage or hame with applesauce and coffee, $4pp, for more information call 309-657-3550. Pancake Breakfast - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 7:30-9:30am, for more information call 956-425-7448. Breakfast - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7:30-9am, for more information call 956-580-2940. Craft Sales & Flea Market - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, Call Lynn for more information at 956-532-5856. Yard Sale - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, lunch served. Patio Sale - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, for more information call 956-464-3326. Craft & Flea Market - Magnolia Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, food available, for more information call 414-640-0994. Craft Show & Yard Sale - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 8am-Noon, lunch available. Craft Show & Garage Sale - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 8am-Noon, door prizes, chili dogs, salad and chips. Flea Market - Heritage Square, Mission, 8am-1pm, clothes, household, furniture, etc., breakfast rolls & coffee, lunch hot & cold sandwiches, home made pie, beverages. Glass Adventures & Rock Club Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 8amNoon. Craft Show - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 8am-Noon, free admission, door prizes plus 60 vendors. Annual Flea Market - La Hacienda Community, Mission, 8am-3pm, books, clothes and much more. Yard Sale - Quiet Village II, Donna, 8am-Noon, no early birds please. Flea Market & Bake Sale - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 8am-12:30pm, coffee, rolls, pies and lunchavailable. All Park Annual Garage Sale - VIP La Feria RV Park East, La Feria, 8-11am, coffee & donuts available with proceeds going to the La Feria Food Bank. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers & more. Jam - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, Noon, lunch served from 11am- Noon, jam begins at noon, great good and music. Country Jam - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 12:30pm, lunch at 11a.m., contact Tom Jones 956-584-1561 for more inforSee PARKS CALENDAR pg. 17

www.wttrgv.com Entertainment - Chimney Park, MisPARKS CALENDAR sion, 7-10pm, Pelican West, $7pp, snacks From pg. 16

mation. Jam - Weslaco Trailer Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, lunch served from 11am12:30pm, for more information call 320808-9589. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30-3pm, everyone welcome, refreshments served Big Band Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2-4pm, concession available. Open Music Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, everyone is welcome including acoustic, held in the main club house, light snack is served, no cost, contributions accepted. Country Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6:30pm. Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Richard Lynch Band, $7pp. Dance - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $6pp., doors open one hour prior to dance, BYOB, soda, ice, and popcorn available. Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Bill Chastril (2016 RGV Male Vocalist Award), $7pp, BYOB, and free ice. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Agency, $9pp, doors open at 5:30 p.m., BYOB, concessions and set ups available. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Ralph & the Cruisers, concession available, for more information call 605-610-6114. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7pm, Mama’s Wranglers (family band, variety music), ice cream & ticket sales begin at 6 p.m., $7 pp, for more information call 507-251-0172. Dance - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7pm, Texas Wheels, for more information call 956-783-5008. Dance - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7-10pm, John Kujda Band, $5pp, refreshments available, BYOB. Entertainment - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 7pm, Faith’s Journey, $6pp. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, Hired Hand (Regan James), $5pp, for more information call 956-283-8035. Entertainment - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7pm, Spittin’ Image, $7pp, for more information call 956-584-2654. Dance - El Valle Del SołEl Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7-10pm, Diego, $5pp, for more information call 956-585-5704. Show - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Goldwing Express, $6pp, for more information call 956-4257448. Show - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7pm, J.C. Harrison, $7pp. Dance - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7pm, Mario, $7pp. Entertainment - Paradise Park Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, J.C. Bullock, $5pp. Comedy Circus Show - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 7pm, $6pp.

& set-ups available, call 956-585-5061 for more information and for advanced tickets. Dance - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Gordy & Debbie, $7pp. Dance - Cottonwood Country Club, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Swing Street Big Band, $10 donation, open to the public, popcorn & ice available, tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at the office, 956-428-0766 Sunday, February 5 Church Service - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 8:15am, everyone is welcome, non-denominational, Pastor Hedtke. Church Services - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 8:30am, Non denominational church service with Pastor Jesse Hernandez. Bible study follows the service. Church Service - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:30-9:30am, non-denominational, Pastor Doug Rogland, for more information call 262-497-4241. Church Service - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8:30am, Tom Cassidy leads service, non-denominational, all welcome. Church Services - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 8:45-10am, Non-Denominational Church services, everyone is welcome. Church Services - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 8:45am, non-denominational services, with Pastor Robert Kracht, communion first Sunday of each month, everyone welcome. Church Service - San Juan Gardens, 8:45am, Pastor Len Mitchell. Non-denominational Worship Service - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 9-10am, Pastor Jim Troutman, Communion service 1st Sunday of the month. Church Services - Chimney Park, Mission, 9am, everyone is welcome to attend then join us for coffee and cookies after the Service, call park office 956-585-5061 for more information. Church Service - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 9am, coffee & refreshments available at 8:30 a.m., services with Pastor Cliff Stewart. Church Service - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9-10am, Pastor Bob Pueblos. Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9am, Non-denominational service with Pastor Brian Dent. Non denominational Church - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 9-10am, choir practice Wednesdays at 2pm. Worship Service - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 9-10am, Pastor Roy Gee. Church Service - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 9am, for more information call Donna at 651-775-6071. Church Services - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am, in South hall, Pastor David Squire, Communion first Sunday of each month, everyone welcome. Church Service - Lakewood RV ReSee PARKS CALENDAR pg. 18

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 17 Attention Back Pain and Sciatica Sufferers! Back By Request…

Back Pain and Sciatica Workshop Reveals How to Naturally Heal Back Pain and Sciatica For Good. Do you suffer with back pain or leg pain when you stand or walk? Do you have pain when you sit for long periods or drive? Do you experience pain, numbness or tingling into your butt, groin or down your leg? Does your back ever “go out” if you move the wrong way? Are you afraid your pain will get worse if you don’t do anything about it? If you have answered YES to any of the above questions (or have a stubborn spouse who is in denial) – the Lower Back and Sciatica Workshop may be a life changing event for you… “Amy and Frank did an outstanding job on my right leg and lower back, I feel so good that I can now put on my socks on my own and enjoy my time with my family.” - Reyes Garcia “Lately I am not paying a cleaning lady because I can do it myself!”- Roberta Barriere II “Now I can sleep the night through without pain.”- Marilyn Eisenmenger Hello, Back pain and sciatica can completely ruin your life. I’ve seen it many times. • It can make you lean on the shopping cart when walking through the grocery store (how embarrassing)… • It can take your focus away on enjoying your life…like spending time with your children or grandchildren… • It can mess up your work or force you to do a job you don’t want to do… • It can ruin your travel plans… • And it can take away your ability to live life…having to rely on others…or to wait for you to sit down for a minute. And less movement and enjoying of life can lead to depression, increased stress and a sedentary lifestyle (mostly sitting…not moving much) which leads to bigger health problems…and life problems. Here at Pure Physical Therapy, the Sciatica and Lower Back Specialists have helped 100’s of people from right here in McAllen, and the rest of Hidalgo County who have suffered needlessly with lower back pain and sciatica. It’s our SPECIALTY. By request, I’m hosting a Sciatica and Lower Back Pain Workshop here at Pure Physical Therapy in McAllen Saturday, February 11, 2017 from 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. Register now at: Link: purept.ptworkshops.com/workshop?source=wtt If you’re confused about what to do and looking for answers, here’s some of what you’ll learn: • The Single Biggest #1 Mistake back pain and sciatica sufferers make which actually stops them from healing… • The 3 Most Common Causes of Lower Back Pain and Sciatica… • A Sure-Fire Way to Pick the Right Treatment for the Cause of Your Pain (and save you a ton of time and money) • How a problem in your back can cause pain, numbness or tingling in your leg… • What successful treatment and permanent relief looks like without the side effects of medications, injections or surgery. How Do I Register for the Lower Back Pain and Sciatica Workshop? Call our office to register at (956) 994-8880. When you register, we will mail you The Lower Back Pain and Sciatica Worksheet which you will bring with you to the event. We only have 40 seats available for the event…and this will be promoted on Face Book and mailed out to the general public. So if you would like to attend, be sure to register now…Call (956) 994-8880. How Much Is It to Attend? The event is FREE. Please call to register as spots fill fast As a Special Bonus…the first 10 people to call and register for the event will receive a $10.00 gift card. All 40 attendees for the Sciatica and Lower Back Pain Workshop will receive a Special Report: “The Top 10 Burning Questions for Sciatica”.

Looking forward to seeing you there, Pure Physical Therapy PS – The first 10 People to call and register at (956)994-8880 will receive a $10 gift card. PPS – This event is limited to the first 40 people to register. When you register, you can bring a guest at no additional cost (we do this because many people request to bring their spouse or other family member).

Dr. Frank Garza, PT,DPT

Dr. Amy Garza, PT,DPT,MTC

6100 North 10th Street Suite G • McAllen TX 78504 pure-physicaltherapy.com

18 FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES in the evening at 5pm, for more informaPARKS CALENDAR tion call 956-425-7448.

From pg. 17 sort, Harlingen, 9:20-10:30am, Pastor Lee Tracey. Church Service - Peñitas RV Park, Peñitas, 9:30-10:30am, Pastor Gebhart’s fourteenth year. Church Service - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:30-10:30am, Non-Denominational service. Church Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30-10:30am, non denominational, everyone welcome, Pastor Dr. Gerald Parriott, coffee fellowship following service. Church Service - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:30-10:30am, non-denominational, everyone welcome. Church Services - Gateway RV & MH Park, Raymondville, 9:30-10:30am, non-denominational worship services, Chaplain Dick Baggett, park phone 956689-6658. Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10am, non-denominational service. Church Service - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 10-11am, everyone is welcome, come as you are, nondenominational service. Church Service - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 10am, coffee & donuts prior to service. Church Services - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 10am, hymn sing

Church Services - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 10am, Non- Denominational services with Pastor Bob Kracht, communion first Sunday of the month. Traditional Lutheran Church Service LCMS - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30am, Rev. Tom Hedtke. Jam - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1:303:30pm, old time and country music, for more information call 763-242-7214. Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 1:30-3:30pm. Variety Jams - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 1:30-3:30pm, refreshments available. Entertainment - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 1:30pm, Mama Wranglers, $7pp. Entertainment - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 2-3:30pm, Positively Country, Definitely Gospel (Jonathan Edwards), $6pp, for more information call 956-638-3158. Musical - Palm Resaca Park, Brownsville, 2-3:30pm, “Songs that Soared, War Songs that Inspired Us”, gates open at 1pm and will be closed when show starts at 2pm, donations. Ice Cream Social - Mission West Resort, 2:30pm, for more information call 956-585-0624. Karaoke - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 5pm, for more information call 603-396-2786.

Gateway RV Park OPEN HOUSE

February 4, 2017 10am – 1pm Park Models & Mobile Homes for Sale 55+ Winter Texan & Full Time Residents BEST RATES in the VALLEY 1st month $325 2nd-6month $250 each month Park & Leave RV 6on/6off $1,250 yearly Live Full Time $150 Monthly $200 Mobile Homes

AMENITIES INCLUDES: • Recreation Hall 100’ x 100’ • Crafts • Four Pool Tables • Shows, • Laundry & Shower Facilities • Potluck Dinners • WIFI throughout park • Holiday Family Style Dinners • Planned Activities • LP Sold on Location • Dances • Lawn Maintenance • Entertainment • Pet Friendly

For More Information Call: 956-689-6658

400 FM 3168 – Raymondville, TX 78580 Gatewayrvtexas.com

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 5:30-8pm, dinner is served from 4pm- 5:30pm before jam, cost is $5 per meal. Gospel Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 6pm, featuring hometown favorite Kelly Lyons & Friends, public is invited. Special Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-8:30pm, Super Bowl Sunday We Are Dark, $9 per couple. Movies - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, free, snack bar open, for more information go to pharrparadisepark. sharepoint.com. Show - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, JC Harrison, $8pp, for more information call 956-357-5498. Bingo - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7pm, for more information call 956580-2940. Entertainment - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7pm, Ambassadors of Grace, $6pp. Monday, February 6 Craft/ Bake/ Patio Sale - Quiet Village II, Donna, 8am-Noon, breakfast & lunch will be available. Craft/ Bake/ Patio Sale - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 8am-Noon, breakfast & lunch will be available. Weslaco Farmer’s Market - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 9-10:30am. Acoustic Jam - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 9:30am.

Jam - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 9:30-11:30am, New musicians, instruments only, for more information contact Annette at 248-921-6867. Meal - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 11am-12:30pm, pre- jam luncheon, everyone welcome, soup, sandwiches, homemade pies & drinks. Jam & Lunch - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 12:30pm, Jay & Tammy, lunch at 11 am, for more information call 956-783-5440 or 956-279-2698. Jam Sessions - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 12:30pm, light lunch available at 11:00 a.m. for purchase, for more information call 956-638-3158. Jam Session - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 1-3pm, country music, amplified instruments ok. Music Jam - Sunwest Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, everyone welcome, refreshments, and bring a friend. Rock and Roll Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm, lunch served 11:30am -12:30pm. Jam - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 1-3pm, directed by Glenn “Buddy” Collins, free admission, snacks, coffee, cookies available, jammers by invitation only. Come and enjoy music and social time. Country Jam - Wagon City North, Mission, 1-3pm, for more information call LeRoy Kuhler 515-802-9421. Country Side Jam - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, lunch at the Country See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 19

www.wttrgv.com San Juan, 6-8:30pm, light lunch available PARKS CALENDAR for donation, for further information call

From pg. 18 Side Cafe open from 11am- 1pm, serving a variety of lunches each week, concessions available during the jam, for more information call 918-916-0541. Jam Session - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1pm, for more information call 955787-7571 or 956-369-1049. Country Western Jam Sessions - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 1-3pm, everyone welcome. Country Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, concession available. Bluegrass & Country Jam - Yellow Rose RV, La Feria, 1:30-3:30pm, music is acoustic. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Diego Saurina, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Meals - Mission West Resort, 3:305:30pm, charbroiled hamburgers, chicken, french fries, onion rings, and beverages, for more information call 956-585-0624. All You Can Eat Pancakes & French Toast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 4:30-6pm. Burgers - Paradise Park, McAllen, 5-6pm. Country Jam - Mission West Resort, 5:30pm, concessions available. Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 5:30-8pm, dinner is served from 4pm- 5:30pm before jam, $5pp. Country Jam - The Grove Subdivision,

956-781-1840. Bingo - Emerald Grove Park, Harlingen, 6-7pm, 50 cent per card. Entertainment - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7pm, Comedy Magic Circus- Magic/Comedy, $6pp. Live Music - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 7pm, direct from Branson, MO, “Mario Rosales Entertainment”, varietycountry, classics, rock & roll and much more, $7pp, public is invited. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7pm, Adam Pope, for more information call 956-783-5008. Entertainment - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 7pm, William Florian, $7pp, open to the public. Entertainment - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7pm, Johnny Ray Gomez, $7pp, 956-584-2654. Entertainment - Palm Shadows RV/ MH Park, Donna, 7pm, Piano Man (Jason Whorlow), for more information call 956464-3326. Entertainment - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 7-9pm, J.C. Harrison, $7pp. Dance - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7-9:30pm, South Texas Whiskey Band, $6pp, singles are welcome. Concert - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-9pm, Bill Chrastil, advance tickets $6, $7, $8pp, at the door $13. Show - Heritage Square, Mission,

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 19

7-9pm, Terry Smith, $5pp at the door, concessions available. Entertainment - Texan Mobile Home Park, McAllen, 7pm, Helen Russell & Co., $5pp. Tuesday, February 7 Pancake Breakfast - Emerald Grove Park, Harlingen, 7-8am, eggs, bacon or sausage, $3.25pp. 14th Annual Quilt Show - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 10am-3pm, no entrance fee, lunch will be available. Countrycizing - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 10am, for more information call 956-783-5008. Country Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, Noon-2:30pm, refreshments, donations, popcorn & soda for sale, for more information call 603-396-2786. Country Jam - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 12:30pm, for more information call 956-783-5008. Country Jam - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 12:30pm, for more information call 956-783-5008. Jam - Paradise Park, McAllen, 1-3pm, everyone welcome, lunch available from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Jam - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-3pm, Ray & Gynger, best cake in the Valley at half time, for more information call 262497-4241. Jam - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Marion Price, coffee & cookies served. Jam - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlin-

gen, 1-3pm. Open Jam - Magnolia Park, Donna, 1-3pm, lunch available at 11:30am. Music Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 1-3pm, lunch at 11am-1pm. Music Jam - Val’s Kountry Corral, Mission, 1-3pm, light lunch. Bluegrass Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm, bring your own instruments, voice or both, cookies & refreshments available at break. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Lynn Dvorak, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3:30-5pm, Diego, pass the bucket, BYOB, snacks, popcorn & soda for sale, for more information call 603-396-2786. Taco Tuesday - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 4-6pm, 2 large tacos or taco salad, choice of chicken or beef, dessert, coffee or tea, $6pp, for more information call 507-696-0395. Country Music Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:30-7:30pm, meal served before 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., for more information call 956-874-8674. Country Jam - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 6:30-8:30pm. High School Mariachis - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 6:30-8pm, pass the hat concert, help raise money for school events. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7pm, Richard Lynch, $7 pp, margarita See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 20

ays Make sure it s

AL NATIOPN RESS LUBE EX’s Fast

“America NUTE Lube Team”

ANGE

ube Express. m”

0 M-F, 8-5 Sat.

OVER

MILLION VEHICLES SERVED

ATIONS VALLEY-WIDE

na • McAllen -2249 h • McAllen -5823

917 E. University • Edinburg 383-1334 Exp 83 & Conway • Mission

581-5823

ica • Brownsville 1708 W. Griffin Pkwy • Mission -5823 580-1444 s. 83 • Weslaco 602 S. Jackson • Edinburg 381-6457 -7659

Exp. 281 & Nolana • Pharr 782-5823

No Appointment Needed Mon.-Fri. 8:30am to 6pm • Sat. 8am - 5pm

10 Locations Valleywide 2217 Nolana St 917 E. University Dr 3065 Boca Chica McAllen, TX 78504-4126 Edinburg, TX 78539-3633 Blvd (956) 631-2249 (956) 383-1334 Brownsville, TX 78521-3507 503 N 10th St 602 S. Jackson Rd (956) 541-5823 McAllen, TX 78501-4511 Edinburg, TX 78539 (956) 631-5823 (956) 381-6457 119 E.US Highway 83 Mission, TX 78572 (956) 581-5823

102 W Nolana Rd Pharr, TX 78577-9655 (956) 782-5823

1708 W. Griffin Parkway Mission, TX 78572 (956) 580-1444

1519 W. US Highway 83 Weslaco, TX 78596-5654 (956) 968-7659

NEW LOCATION! EDINBURG 1704 S. Sugar Rd. 720-4095

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com PARKS CALENDAR

Pricing From

Quad XL $199

C3 $179

$159 to $199

Express Deluxe $159

712 North 77 Sunshine Strip #20 Harlingen TX (956)428-5448

www.elliottsgolf.com

WE WILL SELL YOUR RV

From pg. 19 and soda set-ups available, free popcorn and ice, BYOB concessions open, for more information call 956-782-3263. Entertainment - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Blue to the Bone, $6 pp, concession available, for more information call 605-610-6114. Bingo - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, snack bar opens at 5:30pm. Entertainment - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7pm, William Florian, $8pp, for more information call 956-638-3158. Dance & Pizza Party - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7-10pm, for more information call 956-783-5440. Show - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, Men-Of- A-Chord, tickets $5pp. Entertainment - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7pm, Heart to Heart, $6pp, refreshments available. Entertainment - Wagon City North, Mission, 7pm, Helen Russell, $6pp. Bingo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7pm. Entertainment - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 7pm, Terry Smith, $7pp. Entertainment - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 7pm, Bill Chrastil, $6pp. Dance - Paradise Park Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Hite Hand (Regan James), $5pp. Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7pm, Gordy & Debbie, $7pp.

Craft Sale- Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 8am-Noon, in the Rec. Hall, lunch available at 11:30am. Rock-N-Roll Jam - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7pm, there will be meals starting at 5pm before the jam. Wednesday, February 8 Biscuits & Gravy - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-8:30am. Big Breakfast - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30-9am, biscuits & gravy, blueberry & plain pancakes, eggs, sausage, fruit, drinks & more. Flea Market - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon, public is welcome, for more information call 956-585-9264. Craft Sale - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 8am-Noon, lunch will be served at 11:30am, for more information call 712249-7486. Bluegrass Jams - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 9-11am, Homemade goodies. Park Open House - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10am-3pm, for more information call 956-787-1521. Open House - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am-3pm. Women’s Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 11am12:30pm, for more information call 956423-5484. Weight Watchers Meeting - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 11:30am1pm, for more information call 956-464See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 21

Martin Valley Ranches

Family Owned and Operated By The Martin Family!

Howling Trails Public Golf Course Next Door

Leisure Valley Ranch

55+ Retirement Community

RV & BRICK HOME LOTS FOR SALE!

Why rent? Buy your RV lot 40 x 75

for $9,500 - $8,500

With your floor plan or ours built to suit. Owner financing to fit your income schedule, ask for details.

Custom Build the Home of your Dreams at Martin Valley & Leisure Valley Ranches

CALL TODAY FOR FREE ESTIMATES www.texastrader r v.com •

SPEC HOMES ON DISPLAY 24 RV lots and 9 home lots left.

FOR MORE INFORMATION COME VISIT OR CALL (712)389-2935

7400 W. Exp. 83 • Mission, Tx • 956-585-2131

www.wttrgv.com includes eggs and applesauce, bring own PARKS CALENDAR From pg. 20

3326. Lunch - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm, join us for lunch and enjoy the views along the Rio Grande, menu varies weekly at a great price, for information call the park, 956-585-5061. Jam - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30pm, for more information call 956-425-7448. Variety Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-3pm, with Bob Dollie, lunch served, opens at 11:30am. Jam - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1pm, for more information call 956423-3137. Music Jam - Chimney Park, Mission, 1-3pm, enjoy the music and fun and the view of the Rio Grande, snacks available, lunch served at 11:30am, call park office for more information 956-585-5061. Music Jam - Alamo Paradise Acres, 1-3pm, coffee & lunch available. Happy Hour - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 3-5pm, Amigo’s, for more information call 956-638-3158. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, The Outlaws Band, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 3:30-5pm, Carlos Cannes, pass the hat, BYOB. Pancake/Biscuit & Sausage Gravy Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30-6pm, $5pp all you care to eat, also

table service. Hamburger Night - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 5-6pm, hamburger, chicken or hot dog with chips, drink and dessert, $5pp, for more information call 956-5802940. Karaoke - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5pm, bar & concessions available. Jam - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 6pm, concession available starting at 4 pm, for more information call 956-585-1461. Karaoke - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30pm, snack bar opens at 5:30pm, for more information call 712-621-6477. Entertainment - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 6:30-8:30pm, Mario Rosales, $7pp, popcorn, ice cream & soda for sale, for more information call 603396-2786. Karaoke - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 6:30pm. Line Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 6:30-9:30pm, $2pp. Entertainment - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, J C Harrison, doors open at 6 p.m., $7pp at door. Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, Arnie & Wolf Gang, $5 pp, BYOB, set-ups and ice available, for more information call 956-585-9264. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, Gordy & Debbie, $7 pp. Dance - Mission West Resort, 7pm,

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 21 National landmark

WWII Aircraft Carrier • WWII Planes • Jets • Mess Deck Over 250,000 Sq. Ft. & 11 Decks to Explore • Huge Battle Guns Virtual Battle Stations • Scale Model Exhibit Behind The Scenes Hard Hat Tour Movie r w e N Flight Simulator • Ship’s Store theate a g e 3D MEGA Theater m 3d

Open Daily On NORTH BEACH IN CORPUS CHRISTI 1- 800 - LA DY- LEX USSLEXINGTON.COM

1 on

See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 22

OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, February 8 10 am to 3 pm

Park Models & Mobile Homes for sale in a 55+ park for Winter Texans & full-time residents.

Amenities include:

Swimming Pool & Hot Tub Recreation Hall Shuffleboard Courts Gated Senior Community Laundry & Shower Facilities Gated & Fenced Dog Park Free Internet in Rec. Hall Planned activities, dances, craft shows, entertainment etc. Lawn maintenance Centrally located close to shopping, airport & restaurants.

Paradise Resort Estates

301 E. Hall Acres Rd., Pharr, TX 78577 (located behind Burger King off So. Hwy. 281 or So. Cage)

(956) 787-1521 paradiseresortestates@gmail.com

Park Models & Mobile Homes for sale in a 55+ park For Winter Texans & full-time residents. Furnished Apartments for Rent Amenities & Activities

OPEN HOUSE

Wednesday, February 8, 2017 10 am to 3 pm

• Water Aerobics • Bingo • Line Dancing & Lessons • Shuffleboard • Morning Exercise Program • Crocheting • Library • Red Hat Ladies • Special Seasonal Entertainment • Thursday AM Park Meeting • First Responders Team • Well Equipped Wood Shop • Sunday Ice Cream • Seasonal Craft Sales • Patio Sales • Painting Classes • Large Quilting Activity • Morning Coffee • Cards: Bridge, etc. • Lounge -- Music On Most Nights • Night Watch • Sewing Activities • Computer Group • Health Screening • Sunday Services • Holiday Themed Activities • Billards • Group Dine-Outs • Bocce Ball • Potluck Suppers • Golf Group • Choir Group • Open Bowling Group • Friday -- Big Band 200 North Val Verde Road Donna, Texas 78537 palmshadowspark@gmail.com www.PalmShadowsRVPark.com 956-464-3324

22 FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES $7pp. PARKS CALENDAR Entertainment - Paradise Park Resort,

From pg. 21 Regan James & Hired Hand Band, $6pp, free popcorn & ice, other concessions available. Dance - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 7-9pm, Leslie Blassing (music for all ages, 50’s & 60’s, country, top 40), $8pp, BYOB, pop, ice, and popcorn available, for more information call Diane- 956683-5160. Concert Series - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Rhinestone Country, advance tickets $12 general seating and $15 preferred, at the door $15 general seating and $18 preferred, for more information call 956-425-7448. Entertainment - Gateway RV & MH Park, Raymondville, 7-9pm, Helen Russell, $7pp. Entertainment - VIP La Feria RV Park East, La Feria, 7pm, William Florian,

OFF when purchase by phone (956) 631-1411

Harlingen, 7pm, Tim Hadler & Katrina Campbell, $5pp. Show and Dance - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, Bob Dolle, $6pp. Thursday, February 9 Biscuits & Gravy - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 7-9am, $4pp. Craft Sale - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 8am-Noon, lunch available, for information call 605-760-0366. Craft Show - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 8am-Noon, donuts at 8 am, lunch at 11:15 am, call Linda for more information 956279-2698. Craft Show & Sale - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, annual show, lunch served, for more information call 952-237-9717. Craft/Yard Sale - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, public is welcome, call 956-585-1461 for more information.

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Craft Sale - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 8am-Noon, lunch served, $5pp. Park Sale - Alamo Paradise Acres, 8am-Noon. Country Jam - El Valle Del SołEl Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9-11am, for more information call 956-585-5704. Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 9-11am, biscuts & gravy served 7am-9am. Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, for more information call 956-423-5484. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers and more, for more information call 956-585-0703. Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 11am-1pm, choose from menu of pancakes, waffles, eggs, and sausages, all the coffee you can drink, BYOTS, for further information call 956-781-1840. Country & Western Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 12:30-3pm, for more information call 956-585-0703. Big Band/ Rock Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30-3pm, no jam Feb.16th, for more information call 956223-9359. Jam Sessions - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, lunch available noon to 1:00 P.M., all are welcome, bring your instrument and/or voice, enjoy a fun afternoon, for information call 956447-9906. Jam Sessions - W&I Resort, Mis-

sion, 1-3pm, sloppy joes will be served 11:30am-12:30pm, cookies, bars, and popcorn, for more information call 612868-9689. Country Music Jam - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 1-3:30pm, lunch available from 11:30am, free admission, concessions open til 2pm, homemade ice cream bars available during intermission, musician/singer singup starts at 11:30am- first come, call 479-981-0526 for more information. Jam - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm. Country Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, featuring returning favorite, Chuck Mathis, public is invited. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Regan James, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Concert - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3pm, ‘Rhinestone Country’, $14/$12pp in advance or $15pp at the door, for more information call 956-6383158. Dance - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 3:30pm, Can/Am, for more information call 956-425-7448. Thursday, Burger, Chicken, Pork Night - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm, 1/3 lb. burger or large chicken breast or porkloin sandwich, homemade slaw, fried potato wedges- $5.50 each, tea or lemonade free with meal, for more information call 956-585-6718. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 23

Rio Valley Estates 715 N. Westgate Dr., Weslaco 78596 (Sister Park to Ranchero Village)

RioValleyEstates@gmail.com RV & Manufactured Home Park for 55+ “Winter Texans” and full time residents!

956-968-2708

Amenities include:

• Swimming Pool & Hot Tub • Recreation Hall • Shuffleboard Courts • Gated Senior Community • Laundry Facilities • Shower Facilities • Full Hookups Available • Weslaco to Rio Valley Estates

Free!!! With Purchase of a New Model Home: Free Lot Rent – (For One Year!) Free Concrete Drive Free Skirting Free Carport Full Hookups Available

Homes by Ranchero Sales, License #MHDRET0035769 Website: www.RioValleyEstates.com

www.wttrgv.com margarita and soda set-ups available, PARKS CALENDAR free popcorn and ice, BYOB concessions

From pg. 22 Happy Hour - Alamo Paradise Acres, 4-6pm, Bill Chrastil, $5pp, B.O.B. Fish Fry - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4-6pm, $9.25pp all you can eat, in the Hynes Event Center. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, all you can eat, $3pp, BYOTS, dessert for sale, for more information call 603-396-2786. Pancake Supper - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6pm, BYOTS. Country Jam - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:30-7:30pm. Jam Session - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8:30pm, acoustic jam, no amplified instruments. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, coffee & cookies available at intermission for a donation, pop and ice cream bars for sale, for more information call Diane- 956-683-5160. Entertainment - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Spittin’ Image Show, $6pp. Karaoke & Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Karaoke with Jack & Laurie Morrow, doors open at 6:30 p.m., free, BYOB, pop available, door prizes, donations for ice and popcorn. Entertainment - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7pm, WWII show with Leslie Blasing, $10-12 pp, $2 extra at the door,

open, for more information call 956-7823263. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, concession available, for more information call 605-6106114. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Diego, for more information call 956783-5440 or 956-279-2698. Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7pm, 4 His Glory, $5pp. Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, Mama’s Wranglers, $7pp, door opens at 6:15pm, for more information call 956-502-5207. Concert - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, ‘Rhinestone Country’, $14/$12pp in advance or $15pp at the door, for more information call 956-6383158. Karaoke - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-9:30pm, everyone welcome to come and sing or just to listen, free admission, bring your own refreshments, call 956787-0847 to learn how to enter the park. Valentine’s Day Dance - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7pm, Richard Lynch, for more information call 956464-3326. Show - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-8:30pm, Connie Cabaret, $6pp, for more information call 956-581-6718. Entertainment - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-8:30pm, Helen Russell &

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 23

Co., $6pp. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Regan James, $5pp, BYOB, setups available, also popcorn, for more information please call 830-613-1616. Friday, February 10 Craft Fair - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, craft itemshomemade, jewelry, clothes, tools, etc., food for sale, for more information call 603-396-2786. Craft Sale - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, for information call 570-278-3082. Park Wide Garage Sale - San Juan Gardens, 8am-Noon. Square Dance - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 10am. Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, Noon-3pm, lunch available from 10:45 a.m. to 12 noon, jammers provide snacks during jam for donations, for more information call 956-464-9024. Country Music Jam - Trail’s End RV

Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, lunch will be served from 11:30am to 12:15pm for a small fee. Jam - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 1pm, Rock N Roll lunch at 11:30 a.m., Jam starts at 1 p.m., contact Martin 636459-5458 for more information. Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1pm, with John & Sara, cookies & coffee served. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, dessert & coffee served, for more information call 956-688-6812. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, homemade goodies. Jam - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 1-3pm, for more information call 956-423-5484. Jam - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 2-4pm, in the Rec. Hall. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 26

Calling all aspiring filmmakers 55 years and older!

South Texas Tourism and Winter Texan Times present “Life in the Rio” Smart Phone Video Contest. Gather your favorite people and create a 45-60 second film showing your love for the Rio Grande Valley and all it has to offer. Show your favorite activity, your friends and why you love retirement in the RGV. 1st prize will be $200 in cash and a Happy Senior gift basket, 2nd and 3rd prizes consist of a Happy Senior gift basket. Deadline to submit your video will be at 5 p.m. February 24th, 2017 by email to southtexastourism@gmail.com. Videos will be judged by South Texas Tourism board members. No purchase necessary. For all rules and more details visit southtexastourism.com.

Life In The Rio

VIDEO CONTEST Get your smart phone, call your friends and show the world why you love life in the Rio Grande Valley!

Create a fun and original video and email to info@southtexastourism.com You can win $200 in cash and welcome to the Valley Gift Baskets Deadline to submit is 5:00 p.m. February the 24th, 2017 Email videos to: southtexastourism@gmail.com For all the details vist SouthTexasTourism.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

Early Bird Special 3:00 to 6:00pm MONDAY - FRIDAY

Buy One (1) Entrée & Get One (1)

50% OFF

*Dinner Menu Only

Happy Hour Specials

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Big Daddy’s is the place for wonderful burgers!

Just think about those BIG, JUICY hamburgers made from fresh, never frozen, ground meat, topped with a whole arsenal of delicious toppings and seasonings to delight your taste buds and definitely satisfy your tummy. Big Daddy’s Burgers is the best place to go for that “gourmet burger experience” without paying an arm and a leg for top quality. Each burger has at least a three-quarter pound patty of fresh meat. You are not going to go home hungry! Some selections even offer two or three patties of meat for those with a big appetite. For those with a smaller appetite, the Lil’ Daddy Burger has one patty. If you’re good and hungry, the Daddy Jr. Burger has two patties and the Big Daddy has three patties. They are served with big, thick French fries.

They also come in all sorts of flavors, – some quite unusual. There is the Frito Pie Burger covered with chili con carne, or the chori-queso burger with cheese and chorizo. Look for the Mexican Burger with cheddar cheese and avocado. Try the Swiss Burger with mushrooms, and Swiss cheese or try a Bacon Mushroom Burger. If you like things spicy, go for the firecracker burger covered in hot Cheetos for a fiery tasting burger. Want something different? Big Daddy offers an awesome Philly Steak Sandwich made with shredded rib eye meat. Or go for Da Chicken Burger made with juicy tender chicken breast. For extra sides, there are all flavors of chicken wings; some with barbecue sauces, garlic, and Parmesan to name a few. Their customers’ favorite starters are the stuffed

3:00 to 7:00pm Monday - Friday In The Bar

2121 South 10th Street (Fairway Plaza Center) McAllen • 956.631.2121 www.tonyromas.com Offer good at participating Tony Roma’s locations. No coupon required. No shared plates; not valid on holidays. 50% OFF entrée must be of equal or lesser value. Can not be combined with other offers or discounts. Does not include beverage, tax or gratuity. Dine-in only. Offer applies to dinner menu only; expires 3/31/2017.

mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese sticks. Or go for the nachos! Oscar, a Winter Texan Times sales representative, and I started with chicken wings which were crispy and tasty. He chose garlic while I chose Parmesan. Both were delicious! Oscar selected the Mexican Burger, which he said was juicy and delicious, a definite cut above those frozen hamburger patties found in fast food restaurants. I ordered a chicken salad, made for those with smaller appetites. It was made with iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, croutons, and delicious strips of fresh, never frozen, chicken breasts. It was very fresh and it was obvious the chicken was freshly prepared. Big Daddy’s has two locations. One is at 5818 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr. Exit SH 281 on the Nolana exit and the restaurant is just past the AEP building. In McAllen they are located at 100 S. Bicentennial Blvd.

602 N. Victoria Rd. • Donna, Texas

(956) 782-3256

New! SMOKY GOUDA CHICKEN & BROCCOLI SKILLET

Friday Night Fish Fry All-you-can-eat!

$9.95

4p.m. - 8p.m.

Sunday Brunch

50% OFF

One coupon, per table, per visit. 50% off entrée must be of equal or lesser value and limited up to $10 value. Not valid with any other ENTRÉE WITH PURCHASE coupons or promotional offers. Coupon has no cash value. No change OF AN ENTRÉE AND returned. Taxes and gratuity not included. Beverages not included. TWO BEVERAGES Valid at participating Denny’s restaurants. Selection and prices may vary. Only original coupon accepted. Photocopied and Internet printed or purchased coupons are not valid. No substitutions. © 2016 DFO, LLC. Printed in the U.S.A. Offer ends 3.30.17

Winter Texans receive a 10% discount

All-you-can-eat!

$10.49

Includes omelet and waffle stations 8a.m. to 1p.m.

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 25

www.wttrgv.com

Taste of the Valley Trivia Contest!!!

Enter to Win a $25 Gift Certificate Register to win a $25 Gift Certificate

Buon Appetito!

Enter online or Fax Online: www.wttrgv.com Fax: 956-585-2304

Read the story in the Winter Texan Times and answer the trivia question. What burger is covered with Hot Cheetos?

Mail or drop off Entry at Winter Texan Times 1217 N. Conway - Mission, Texas 78572

q a. Mexican Burger q b. Flaming Burger q c. Firecracker Burger Name:_________________________________________________

Home City & State:_________________________________________

RV Park in RGV:__________________________________________

Phone:__________________________________________________

Signature:______________________________________________

*Email:___________________________________________________

3:00 to 6:00pm MONDAY - FRIDAY Buy One Entrée & Get One

50% OFF

Yes, I would like to receive FREE email newsletters from Winter Texan Times. (please provide email above) *Winners will be notified by email or phone call. Deadline for entries is midnight, February 8th, 2017. The Winter Texan Times does not share your information with anyone else. See www.wttrgv.com for drawing rules.

956-520-8022

BUY ONE (1) GET ONE (1)

Breakfast & Lunch

7700 North 10th St. Suite C McAllen, TX 78504

(956) 661-9200 Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm Every Day

Come Give Us A Try! We Love Winter Texans

LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS

equal or lesser value

695

Shrimp & Pork Spring Rolls

Pho Special Noodle Soup

702 S. Texas Blvd. Weslaco Tx, 78596

20% Off Total Bill Exp. 02-08-17

La Piccola Italia

Includes: Salad or Soup Dinner Specials: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Since 1955

Come Experience Italy In Weslaco

FRIES With the purchase

Open: Tues.-Sat. 5-10pm Sun. 5-9pm

of any burger and drink. Dine in only.

expires 2/9/17

(956) 702-0151 5818 N. Cage Pharr, TX.

(956) 627-0971

100 N. Bicentennial blvd. McAllen, TX.

Offer good at participating Romano’s Macaroni Grill locations. No coupon required. 50% OFF entrée must be of equal or lesser value. Can not be combined with other offers or discounts. Does not include beverage, tax or gratuity. No shared plates. Offer not valid on holidays. Dine-in only. Offer applies to dinner menu only; expires 3/31/2017.

Spaghetti Special $ 99

FREE

*Dinner Menu Only

facebook.com/basilasia

1/2 OFF With purchase of 2 non-alcoholic drinks. Must present coupon when ordering. Limited to $8.99 value. Valid at participating locations only. Cannot be combined with any other discounts, specials, coupons or offers. Does not include tax or gratuity. Limit one coupon per table, per visit. No shared plates. Not valid on holidays. Limited time offer expires Feb. 8, 2017.

Shrimp Special $999

Includes: 5 Large Fried Shrimp, Spaghetti, Salad or Soup Dinner Specials: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Come get A FREE Bruschetta

on us with this coupon

2900 W. Pike • Weslaco (West of Milano Rd.)

968-3677

3500 W. Expressway 83 (Palms Crossing Shopping Center) McAllen • 956.687.3500 • www.macaronigrill.com

HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY

FROM 2PM - 6PM Margaritas(frozen or rocks) Lemon Lime only • $2.50 Well Drinks & House Wines • $3.00

Monday - Friday Only 2PM - 6PM BAR FOOD SPECIALS

Buy One Plate Get the Other

Enjoy all our historic location has to offer. Lighthouse Square is a popular destination for its walkable shopping, museums, SeaLife Center, and of course the Historic Lighthouse.

Like us on facebook

50%

Valid only Mon - Fri regular price items on the menu. Not combinable with any other offer. Expires: 4/8/17

Tel: 956-943-3663

www.pirateslandingrestaurant.com www.spifrequentdiners.com

HEARING LOSS

DISEASE

FINALLY, aTIMES solution to hearing www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN women & children clearly! Show - 1015 PARKS CALENDAR • Impaired memory (esp. short-term memory) • Depression, anxiety, disorientation • Inappropriate psychosocial responses • Reduced language comprehension • Loss of ability to recognize (agnosia) • Impaired memory (esp. short-term memory) • Denial, defensiveness, negativity • Inappropriate psychosocial responses • Distrust and suspicion regarding other’s motives • Loss of ability to recognize (agnosia)

• Can’t remember what was not heard • Depression, anxiety, feelings of isolation • Inappropriate psychosocial responses • Reduced communication ability • Reduced mental scores due to not hearing correctly • Can’t remember what was not heard • Denial, heightened defensiveness, negativity • Inappropriate psychosocial responses • Distrust and paranoia (e.g., belief that others • Reduced mentalabout scores due to not hearing correctly may be talking them)

RVer’s TIRED F HEARING AIDS Y UR PARK? 3 DAYS HEARING AIDS LOOKING FOR MORE FUN?

Scott Thompson Rexton representative From pg. 23 • Denial, heightened defensiveness, negativity will be on hand during this event Jam Session - Llano Grande Lake • Distrust and paranoia (e.g., belief that others • Distrust and suspicion regarding other’s motives If you or a loved one may be talking about them) Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, has difficulty hearing call 2-4pm, in the Rec. hall. for a FREE consultation Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Hitman, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Carlos Canas, pass the hat, margarita and soda set-ups available, Tuesday, 6th free popcorn and ice, BYOB concessions thru open, for more information call 956-782Scott Thompson - Special Guest Thursday, 8th 3263.Specialist Technology from Rexton Entertainment - Kenwood RV Park, La Bring Feria, this ad 3pm, & receive a Golden Heirs Choir. Each consecutive month you stay at a Wilder Resort Fish Fry with Happy Hour - Sunshine for example (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 4pm, hapBring this ad & receive a Bring this ad & receive a *Stay 3 Months and get a $300.00 savings $ py hour starts at 4pm, dinner at 5:30pm, $7pp in advance or $8 at the door, for *This is for new RV customers only who have not stayed IHOP Gift Card more information call 956-425-7448. No in a Wilder Resort in the past 3 years or more. $ fish fry on first Friday of the month. (must bring in coupon) Good for 2016/2017 Season Only IHOP with Hearing Aid Purchase Gift CardPancake Supper - Emerald Grove Park, $ Harlingen, 4:30-5:30pm, eggs, bacon or Gift in Card Let us demonstrate the Best Hearing Aids thePurchase industry! sausage, $3.25pp. with Hearing Aid with Hearing Aid Purchase Friday Night Jam Sessions - Hidden ALAMO PHARR Let Aids industry! Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, Letususdemonstrate demonstratethe theBest BestHearing HearingValley Aids in in the the industry! Alamo Rose - 956-783-2600 Tip ‘O Texas-956-787-9959 5:30pm, Refreshments available starting at 4:30 p.m. Trophy Gardens - 956-787-7717 Texas Trails - 956-787-6538 Entertainment - Val Verde RV Park, Winter Ranch - 956-781-1358 Tropic Star - 956 - 787-5957 Donna,Quad 6pm, Terry Smith, pass the hat. Essential Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, Retail Price $2495 Core6:15pm, FormatJoe of Saltel’s Country Western, MISSION HARLINGEN Blue Bonnet hearing Park Place doors open at 6:15, call Cheryl at 956Retail Price $2495 Retail Price $2495 787-5773 for more information. 956-585-7830 956-428-4414 • Denial, defensiveness, negativity

ONLY! ENDS SALES SALES ENDS FRIDAY 27TH Receive *100.00 Off FRIDAY 27TH

Free Batteries Free forFREE 1 Year!

50 50

Batteries Batteries for 1 Year! for 1 Year! 50

Strata 8 Twin Core Strata 8 Twin Core

995 995 Welcome Back Winter Friends

$ $ $995

HEARING AIDS

Each

Custom Hearing Aid Custom Hearing $ Aid Custom Hearing Aid

FINALLY, you can hear a whisper of a loved one

LET US DEMONSTRATE THE BEST HEARING AIDS IN THE INDUSTRY!

Truecore

RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30pm, The Roger Kenaston Band, $6pp, for more information call 956-968-7516. Valentine’s Day Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-10pm, Richard Lynch Band- Rock n Roll, $7.50pp, door prizes, and popcorn. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7pm, Route 66, $6 pp, margarita and soda set-ups available, free popcorn and ice, BYOB concessions open, for more information call 956-782-3263. Entertainment - Mission West Resort, 7pm, Jason Whorlow- variety show, $7pp, concessions available. Dance - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7-10pm, The Agency, $10pp, advanced tickets are available, for information call Eric 956-351-5856 or Ken 269-385-3524. Entertainment - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Greg Jones, $6pp, for more information call Linda at 956-279-2698. Friday Night Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Dixon Company Band, $6pp, popcorn & soda for sale, for more information call 603-396-2786. Dance - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Smoking Gun, $6pp, for more information call 956-638-3158. Big Band/ Rock & Roll Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, for more information call 507-273-3895. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-10pm, Diego, $5pp. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 27

499 499 Retail Price $1495

$ $

Retail Price $1495

HEARING LOSSEach Retail Price $1495 IS A HEALTH AND •Workhorse Custom Service up to 40db loss Each FAMILY ISSUE NOT • Chassis ServiceCareCredit up to 40db loss 0% INTEREST FOR 12 MONTHS • Structure Repair • Awnings • Appliance Repair • Air Condition Repair JUST A HEARING Patient Payment Plans Each • Safety Inspection • Suspension Repair • Hitch Installation 0% INTEREST FOR 12 MONTHS LOSS LIMITED APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. NOW!!! up toCALL 40db loss Subject to Credit Approval. Service

499

Subject to Credit Approval

Hearing Aids Custom • Fiberglass Repair • Body Repairs • Windshield Replacements starting at $499 Smart Phone Friendly Hearing Aid servicing hearing loss Care Credit Patient Plans • Auto & RV Collision Repair • Free Estimates • Interior Repairs Available on 0% INTEREST FOR 12 MONTHS LIMITED APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. CALL NOW!!! Subject to Credit Approval. 24 , 36 & 48 Months Available • 60 Foot RV Paint Booth • Limited Lifetime Warranty on Paint up to 40bd. Quadcor Free Audiometric Also Testing • Free Hearing Aid Demonstration staring mos. Interest LIMITED APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. CALL NOW!!! Free12 Video Ear0% Inspection • Free Hearing Aid Evaluation R Subject to Credit Approval. at $1,990 AR OUN Free AudiometricWe Testing •toFree Aid Demonstration would like extendHearing our

CALL (956) 702-7777 NOW! pride ourselves providing LIMITED APPOINTMENTS! CALLforWeyouthe(956) NOW! second year702-7777 inin a row as your with the best sound quality

R V

2 Years In CareCredit gratitude to the people of the AEvaluation Row! Patient Payment Plans • Free Download is FREE! Free Video Ear Inspection Aid Rio Grande Valley who selectedHearing us 2013 2014 for We the second yeartoinextend a row our as your would like 2 Years In 2014 favorite gratitude to the people of the A Row! hearing aid center Rio Grande Valley who selected us 2013 2014 ®

Expires: Feb. 28, 2017

2014 favorite LIMITED hearingAPPOINTMENTS! aid center PHARR - Mike Pruneda American Hearing Bert Ogden RV Center & Body Shop 300 E. Exp. 83 - Discount Ste. G • 702-7777 PRUNEDA in the industry.

We pride ourselves in providing you with the best sound quality in the industry.

MA-30027431

PHARR - MIKE Open 300 E. INTERSTATE 2CALL - STE. G 702-7777 1400 E. Exp. 83 • Mission, TX American Discount Hearing (956) NOW! Monday thru Hrs. Mon.- Fri. 9am - 12pm/1:30pm - 5pm

Hrs.: Mon.-Fri 9am-12pm / 1:30pm-5pm PROOF O.K. BY: ____________________________

Corner of Exp. 83 and Bryan Rd. O.K. WITH CORRECTIONS BY: _________________________ Friday LIMITED APPOINTMENTS! CALL (956) 702-7777 NOW! WWW.BERTOGDEN.COM 8am 5pm Limited Appointments Available. Call Now! PHARR Mike Pruneda LIMITED APPOINTMENTS! BODY SHOP: (956) 581-0771 - FAX: (956) 581-0098 MA-30027431 (100%) Free Audiometric Testing • Free Hearing Aid Demonstration PLEASE READ CAREFULLY • SUBMIT CORRECTIONS ONLINE

702-7777 300Evaluation E. Exp. 83 - Ste. G •RV: ADVERTISER: AMERICAN DISCOUNT HEARIN PROOF CREATED585-4444 AT: 12/1/2016 4:39:04 PM (956) - FAX: (956) 580-4906 Free Video Ear Inspection • Free Hearing Aid

www.wttrgv.com

REUNIONS &MEETINGS Floyd, Chickasaw, Mitchell & Butler, Iowa Counties Past and Present residents of Floyd, Chickasaw, Mitchell and Butlers Counties, Iowa will meet for lunch at Alamo Peter Pipe Pizza, 1043 Exp. 83, Alamo on Thursday, Feb. 2 at 11 a.m. Other counties welcome. Questions? Call (641) 2283557. Iowa Winnie Hawks Iowa Winnie Hawks will meet at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N 2nd Street, McAllen, at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2. All Winter Texan members are invited to attend for info call Ronald & Jo Hersom at (641) 750-2774. RGV Bounders of America The RGV Chapter of Bounders of America will meet Thursday, Feb. 2 at 1 p.m. at Don Lupe’s Grill, 7208 W. Exp. 83. For information call (956) 519-5211. Ringgold County Reunion The Ringgold County, Iowa reunion will be held Feb. 3 at 11 a.m. at Ann’s Restaurant in San Juan. For information call (417) 777-3053 or (816) 665-4370. Western Iowa Breakfast The Winter Texan Western Iowa Breakfast will be held Feb. 3, at 9 a.m. at Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Loop in Pharr. Wear park name badge. This reunion is formerly known as the

Shelby, Harrison, Cass, Carroll, Crawford and Audubon County Breakfast. All former and current residents are invited to attend. For more information, call Merle Elsberry at (712) 249-7232 or Myra Lutje at (912) 790-1510. Minnesota Winter Texan Masonic Reunion The Grand Master of Minnesota Masonic Lodge, M.W. Robert Darling will be honored during the Minnesota Masonic Lodge Reunion Saturday, Feb. 4, at Victoria Palms, Resort, 602 N. Victoria Road in Donna. Hospitality starts at noon with the luncheon to follow. All Masons, wives and guests are invited. Masonic Widows will be honored. For reservations call Doug Sherman at (956) 581-3136, Jay Ipsen at (956) 583-9364, or Pat Norrie at (945) 428-2007. North & South Dakotans All North & South Dakotans spouses and guests, are welcome to attend the annual Dakota Gathering to be held Saturday, Feb. 4, at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, East Bus. 83. Exits are Salinas and Victoria Roads. Doors open 11:30 a.m. Cost is $10.75 plus tip. For reservations call Laurel Benting, (605) 467-0453; Priscilla Christensen, (605) 690-5612 or Pat Haberer (605) 988-7578. Nebraska Breakfast Nebraskans will gather for breakfast, fellowship and entertainment on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana, Pharr, at 8:30 a.m. For information call Ray Fink at (402) 733-8972

Sabre Silhouette Must See! Enjoy Luxury Fifth Wheel andNew comfort all in one package

with this amazing Fifth Wheel!

Luxurious living areas, residential kitchen look and all the comforts of home make Sabre the clear choice when it’s time to head for the great outdoors. Beautiful floors, Dinette for 4, Sleeps 8, Leather couch and recliners, Flat screen Tv and so many more extras!

Gooding RV Center Full Time, Full Service RV Dealer

Same location, same owner and reputation for the Best Service/Sales/Parts in the valley!

Serving The Valley Since 1979

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 27 RGV Retired Rails PARKS CALENDAR RGV Retired Rails will meet for fun

and fellowship at 11 a.m. and a buffet lunch at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, on Bus. 83 in Donna. All retired railroad workers and spouses or guests are welcome. For information contact Ernie Olsen at (956) 7844602 or e-mail ernie5406@hotmail.com. Hardin County, Iowa Residents of Hardin County, Iowa will have their annual noon luncheon on Monday, Feb. 6, at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, on E. Bus. 83 in Donna. UAW Members The annual Retired UAW Luncheon will be held Feb. 6 at noon at Harold’s Country Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. 83 in Donna. For information, call Gail at (612) 220-0701. Grundy County, Missouri Residents of Grundy County, Missouri and surrounding counties will meet for lunch, from11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7 at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. 83 in Donna. Missouri Rural Letter Carriers Breakfast The Missouri Rural Letter Carriers breakfast will be held Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 8:30 a.m. at Tejas Restaurant, 1308 Maco Drive in Pharr. Contact Ed Soetaert at (816) 390-6379 or e-mail soetaertec@ gmail.com. See REUNIONS pg. 34

From pg. 26 & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Star Lite, $6pp. Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-10pm, Bob Dolle TX V Band, $6pp at the door. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Bottomline Band, delicious burgers, chips & soft drinks, singles welcome. Enterainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Mario, advance tickets $7pp, at the door $7pp, advance ticket salesare from Wednesday- Friday, 10am-1pm, doors for the show open at 6pm. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, The Classics, $6pp. Dance - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 7-10pm, Bill & Janet, $3.50pp, BYOB, sodas available, free popcorn, door prizes, call 701-261-5085 for more information. Senior Prom Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-9:30pm, South Texas Whiskey, $5pp, soda, water & ice available, prom attire optional. Entertainment - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, Lyle Beaver, $6pp. Dance - San Juan Gardens, 7-9pm, Leland Jones & Country Pickin’, $5pp, open to public. Valentine’s Dance - Palm Resaca Park, Brownsville, 7:30-10:30pm, Debbie & Gordy, $5pp, BYOB, popcorn & ice will be supplied, come dressed in RED.

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

Wintertainers

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

www.wintertexantimes.com

For more information, photos and tour schedules visit

Wintertainers at www.wintertexantimes.com TM

BIT O HEAVEN

1701 N. International Blvd, Weslaco, TX

RV & MOBILE HOME PARK

956-968-0322

Happy Hour Dances 3-4:30PM Monday - Diego (Seating Limited) Tuesday - Lynn Dvorak Wednesday - Johnny D (2/15) Wednesday - The Outlaws Band (2/8) Thursday - Regan James Friday - Larry & Mona (2/3 & 2/17) Friday - Hitman (2/10 & 2/24) Saturday Night Dances (7-10PM) Feb. 4 Bill Chrastil $7 PP Feb. 11 Larry & Mona $6 PP Entertainment Shows Feb. 12 - William Florian $8 PP (Those Were The Days) A singer from the New Christy Minstrels

(Come early at 6:15 for Free Cookies & Coffee)

Craft & Flea Sale • Feb. 4 • 8am - 12noon

“Public Welcome”

Shannon Clugston, Activity Director 417-499-3395

CRAFT SHOWS

February 4 • 8 am - noon March 4 • 8 am - noon

DANCES

Feb. 3 - Diego - $6 Feb. 10 - Randy Parks & Jack Nelson Band $7 Feb. 14 - Valentines’ Dance Jack Clarkson Band - $7 Feb. 17 Sip-N-Share - TBD (5-7pm or Later)

KARAOKE

JAM

Big Band/Rock & Roll Every Friday Night from 7-9pm Musicians and Vocalists by request only Call Roger Steiger at 507-273-3895

ENTERTAINMENT Shows Start at 7pm

Feb 6th Piano Man (Jason Whorlow) Feb. 13 Absolute Country Feb. 20 4 His Glory Feb. 27 Wade & Theresa Landry

DANCE

Jan. 21, Feb. 18, March. 4 &18

Feb. 9th Valentine Dance (Richard Lynch) Feb. 25th Country Roland

JAMS

2nd Friday of each month Feb 10th) 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon For info call Harold Perry (570)-278-3082

Saturday in the Ballroom from 6:30 - 9:30pm

Every Wednesdays – 2-4pm

SHOWS FOR 2017

Feb. 8 - Jason Whorlow - $6 Feb. 12 - Heart to Heart - $5 Feb. 22 - Roger Wayne - $6 Mar. 1 - John Sager - $7

A Division of Wilder Corporation 5401 W. Bus. 83 • Harlingen (956) 412-0375

1051 W Bus Hwy 83

200 N. Val Verde Road • Donna, Texas 78537

CRAFT SALE

Open House (10:00am to 3:00pm) Wednesday Feb. 8

• Donna, TX 78537

EVERY TUESDAY

COUNTRY JAM SESSIONS • 12:00pm -2:30pm Lunch For Sale at 11am Happy Hour with Diego • 3:30-5 pm *Donations BYOB/Popcorn & Soda for Sale

EVERY WED. • ENTERTAINMENT 6:30PM Popcorn/Soda/ Ice cream bars for sale

Feb. 8 - Mario• $7 Feb. 15 - John Sager • $7 Feb. 22 - Jason Whorlow • $6

EVERY THURS. • SOUP SUPPER 4:30pm • $3 ALL YOU CAN EAT/BYOTS Dessert For Sale

EVERY FRIDAY • DANCE

7-10pm • Popcorn/Soda for sale Feb 3 - Bill Chrastil - $6 Feb 10 - Dixon Company Band - $6 Feb 17 - The Hitman - $5 Feb 24 - Richard Lynch Band - $7

PATIO SALE

EVERY SUNDAY KARAOKE

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETINGS

Second Friday Every Month • 8am - Noon

Activity Director Connie Perry 1-800-221-0987 •

Second Saturday Every Month • 8am - Noon SUSAN THOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786

1st Saturday of each month (Feb. 4) 8:00 a.m.-12 noon

Each Wednesday • 11:30am - 1:00pm

(956) 464-3326 www.palmshadowsrvpark.com

5pm • ALL WELCOME

CRAFT FAIR

PATIO SALES

Mission West RV Park Dance Every Wednesday with Regan and Hired Hand Band Wednesday’s 7pm -10m •$6pp

FISH FRY EVERY FRIDAY AT 5PM JANUARY AND FEBRUARY

Roger

Vanessa Kenaston

The Tradition Continues

HAMBURGER NIGHT!!! Every Monday 3:30pm Followed by a Country Jam

Continuing with our new Mesquite Char broiled burgers as well as our famous grilled burgers. New Jam Specials this year. #1 Burger, fries and tea/ coffee $5 $4 #2 Cheeseburger, fries, and tea/ coffee $5.50 $4.50 Followed by a country jam.

956-585-5551 • 511 E Loop 374, Palmview, TX 78572

Special Guest Jan 31 - Feb 15

Epi

vanessa Jimmy

Sharon

Thank you for your votes for the Valley Star Awards Country Western Band Of The Year Tuesdays - El Vaquero’s Hangout - Mission Wednesdays - Riverside Club - Mission

For complete schedule, go to

www.WahooCountryMusicShow.com Contact: Sharon Kenaston 402Ͳ936Ͳ0638

www.wttrgv.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 29

Wintertainers www.wintertexantimes.com

For more information, photos and tour schedules visit

Wintertainers at www.wintertexantimes.com TM

PINE

TO PALM

RESORT PARK

THURSDAY NIGHT DANCES 7 – 10 PM

Feb 2 - The Cruisers $10 Feb 9 – Karaoke & Dance – free Feb 16 – Brenda Cohn (Happy Hr) pass the hat 3-5pm SATURDAY DANCE- VALENTINES

Feb 11 – The Agency $10 7 – 10pm WEDNESDAY ENTERTAINMENT

Feb 8 – J. C. Harrison $7 7 – 9pm Feb 15 – Tavie’s Rock’n Roll $6 7 – 9pm CRAFTS AND SALES

Feb 2 – Craft Sale 8am Feb 11 – Park wide patio sale 7 – 10am MONDAY NIGHT DINNERS

Feb 6 – Roast Turkey $6 Feb 13 – Soup $3 Feb 20 – Hamburger $5

DELIGHTFULLY TALENTED COUPLE

DAVE & DAPHNE

SQUARE DANCING – Tues Feb 7 to Mar 14 9:30am – 12pm

Butch Danielski – squares Ron Woolcock – rounds

Return To Rio Grande Valley

Pine to Palm Resort Park 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco, TX Media Liason Ken Donaldson 956 973 8335

2215 East West Blvd., Mercedes, Texas

Linda Anklam Activity Director • 956-565-1506

Llano Grande Upcoming Events February 2, 2017-February 12, 2017

Online Tickets Now Available at www.hyneseventcenter.com

FISH FRY ALL-YOU-CAN EAT

Fish Fry All You Can Eat Thurs. Feb. 2, Feb. 9

Jam Session 2-4pm • Rec. Hall Friday Feb. 3, Feb. 10

ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

Friday, February 3 • 7:00 pm “For His Glory” - $7 per person Friday,February 10 •7:00 pm “The Eagles Tribute” • $20 per person Sunday, February 12 • 7:00 pm “The Liverpool Legends” • $20 per person

At The Hynes Event Center – Doors Open at 6:00 pm – Bar and Concessions Available Please no outside food or drinks

Thurs., February 9 • 3-5pm

Happy Hour w/Diego

BYOB, Bar and Concessions Available, Hynes Event Center

Chicken Florentine, Rice, Baby Carrots, Roll, Ice Tea or Coffee

Hynes Event Center BYOB Bar and Concessions Available

BARBARA MANDRELL’S GUITARIST KNOWN FOR HIS INCREDIBLE GUITAR-PLAYING SKILLS!

SOUTHERN GOSPEL MUSIC FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR!

A High Energy Performance and Musical Variety Show You will Thoroughly Enjoy! 11 Only Don’t

Miss Them!

February 12, 2017 -

Hynes Event Center (Doors open at 6p.m.)

February 12, 2017 -

Bar and Concessions Available

Park Wide Patio Sale! 8:00 – 12:00 noon

ALL-YOU-CAN EAT - $8.75 P.P.

DAPHNE:

Saturday, February 4 • 7pm Dance to Cruisers • $10 pp

Saturday February 11

Wednesday, February 8 Karaoke Dinner • 4-6:00 pm

DAVE:

Wed., Feb. 8 • 5pm

KARAOKE with Harry and Judy Hynes Event Center BYOB Bar and Concessions Available

ALL EVENTS LOCATED IN THE HYNES EVENT CENTER

2017 Texas Tour

Shows in RGV 2017!

Citrus Valley RV Resort

2:00 pm

McAllen, Texas

Big Valley RV Resort

7:00 pm

Donna, Texas

February 13, 2017 -

Hidden Valley Ranch

7:00 pm

Mission, Texas

February 14, 2017 -

Oleander Acers

7:00 pm

Mission, Texas

February 15, 2017 -

VIP La Feria

7:00 pm

La Feria, Texas

February 18, 2017 -

Community Center

7:30 pm

Divine, Texas

February 19, 2017 -

Pharr South Resort

6:30 pm

Pharr, Texas

February 21, 2017 -

Alamo Rose

7:00 pm

Alamo, Texas

February 22, 2017 -

Winter Haven

7:00 pm

Brownsville, Texas

February 24, 2017 -

Rio Valley Estates

7:00 pm

Weslaco, Texas

February 25, 2017 -

Sunshine RV Resort

7:00 pm

Harlingen, Texas

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

Wintertainers

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

www.wintertexantimes.com

For more information, photos and tour schedules visit

Wintertainers at www.wintertexantimes.com TM

Weslaco Elks

“The Midwest’s Premier Touring Trio”

1305 E. Jasmine Ave. – McAllen

956-682-7841 WE SALUTE ALL VETERANS!!!

Lodge #2057

DANCES & DINNER

HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI

Wednesday Dances 5-8pm

Every Wednesday • Public Invited 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM $7.00 a plate

CHICKEN FRIED STEAK / CHICKEN Every Thursday • Public Invited 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM $8.00 $9.00 a plate

Choice of Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Served with green bean cassrole, mashed potatoes with gravy and a dinner roll

FRIDAY FISH FRY

Every Friday • Public Invited 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM $7.00 a plate

FRIED CHICKEN DINNER

Sunday • Everyone is Welcome Take Outs Available • Call to Order October 2016 to March 2017 Feb. 12, Feb. 26, Mar. 12 and Mar. 26 $10.00 $8.00 Dinners Served • $10.00/plate 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Plates include 3 Pieces of fried chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes, cole slaw and your choice of tea or coffee Homemade pies and cakes are available for a small extra charge

956-968-7115

201 South Border Ave. Weslaco, TX 78596

Thter

Win

Tex

Feb 2 - Alamo Palms 7-10 Dance Feb 3 - Paul’s RV - Brownsville 7-10 Dance Feb 4 - Paradise Park - McAllen 7-10 Dance Feb 7 - Schlitterbahn Dinner Show Noon-3 Feb 10 - Seven Oaks - Mission 7-9 Show Feb 11 - W&I Resort - Mission 7-10 Dance Feb 17 - Dream Valley - Mission 7-9 Show Feb 18 - Isla Blanca - South Padre Island 7-8 Show

Daddyds.com or

You ds!

ankan

50’s & 60’s Rock N’ Roll

With a Touch of Comedy & Country

Choice of Atlantic Cod or “American” Catfish Plates include french fries, hush puppies, cole slaw, coffee or tea

American Legion Post 37

920-544-4244

We would like to thank all the Wonderful Winter Texans for their n e i r nomination of us for Duet Musical Group F of the Year! We will never lose sight of the fact that it is because of YOU that we are able to do what we love to do, and that is entertain! -- Our Greatest Thanks!

Dave & Daphne

Friday Night Dances – 7pm - $5 Feb. 3 • Sweetwater Feb. 10 • Helen Russell & Co. $6 Feb. 17 • Bill Chrastill Concession Available • BYOB Craft Sale Feb. 17 • (8am - 12noon)

Tuesday’s Entertainment – 7pm - $7

Feb. 7 • Greg Jones Feb. 21 • Dave & Daphne Feb. 28 • Spittin’ Image (Mardi Gras Show)

Valentine’s Dinner Show Feb. 14

JC Harrison

Call for more information

Gregg & Suzi Haskell Activity Directors

938 S. Alamo Road, Alamo, TX 956-783-2605

Feb. 15 – Jack Kays Feb. 8 & 22 – Wild Side

Wednesdays Dinner: Tacos & Chalupas 5-7pm

Friday Dances 7-11pm Feb. 3 – Barbed Wire Feb. 10 – Wreckless Texas Feb. 17 – Route 66 Jan. 24 – Texas Breed Fridays Dinner:

Feb. 3 & 10 - Chicken Fried Chicken Feb. 17 - Chicken Cordon Bleu Feb. 24 - Roast Beef

Saturday Dances 7-11pm Feb. 4 – Rovers Feb. 11 – Good Times Band Feb. 18 – Chris Rivers Feb. 25 – Another Situation Dinner Every Thursdays - Loaded Tators 5-7pm Every Saturday & Sunday - Kay’s Grill 2-5pm Super Bowl Sunday Feb. 5

Huge Party, Lots of Giveaways & Drink Specials Potluck 4pm & Kick-off

Enjoy the Shows of Leslie Blasing

Live Shows:

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Fridays Feb. 3 – Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen Show, 6:30pm Feb. 10 – Louie’s Backyard – SPI – 6-8pm Saturdays Every Sat. 1-4pm – Boomerang Billy’s (weather permitting) Feb. 11 - Palm Street Pier, SPI – 6-9pm Sundays Every Sun. 1-4pm - Boomerang Billy’s - SPI (weather permitting) Feb. 12 – Isla Grand Valentine’s Day, Dinner & Dance $60 per couple or $35pp Call 956-761-6511 ext. 5802 Feb. 19 – Valley View Estates, Mission – 7pm Mondays The Big Hits if 60’s & 70’s, Pt Isabel Event Center 4pm Info 956-943-0719 VIP $15 & Gen Adm. $10 Tuesdays Every Tues. Feb. 14, 21 & 28 Louis’s Backyard, SPI – 3-6:30pm Feb. 7 – History of Rock-N-Roll, Show SPI Convention Center • 7pm Presale Tickets” VIP $12, Gen Adm. $8 purchase tickets at Paragraphs Books or with Leslie Feb. 21 – The Coral Reef Breakfast Club, SPI 9-11am

Wednesdays Every Wed. – Palm Street Pier SPI – 1-4pm Feb. 8 – La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, Dance – 7pm - BYOB Thursdays Every Thurs. – The Coral Reef – 1-3pm Feb. 9 – Victoria Palms RV Park, Donna WWII & 40’s ERA Music, Show – 7pm Pre-sale $12 VIP & Gen Adm. $10 For Info 956-782-3263 Feb. 23 – Tropic Winds, Harlingen, Dance – 7pm, BYOB

Check websites for updates & information: www.chuckandleslie.com www.LesliePresents.com For bookings email Leslie at: LBlasing@rgv.rr.com or call

956-761–4347. Venues & times are subject to change without notice.

I would like to Congratulate all of this year’s nominees! A Special Thanks to all the Activity Directors for the nomination and to Billie and Robert Ferguson and the Winter Texan Times staff for sponsoring the Valley Star Awards. A BIG THANKS to all my Winter Texan friends that support my shows, dances and productions throughout the Winter Season. I would appreciate your vote for the 2017 Valley Star Award for “Female Vocalist” and for “Entertainer of the Year”. Thank You,

Leslie

www.wttrgv.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 31

Wintertainers www.wintertexantimes.com

For more information, photos and tour schedules visit

Wintertainers at www.wintertexantimes.com TM

Canyon Lake RV Park EVERY TUESDAY All Welcome Country Jam - 6pm Food Available 4 - 6pm

Looking for Coordinator for Thursday Night Rock N Roll Jam

ENTERTAINMENT • 7pm Feb. 2 William Florian • 7pp Feb. 17 Razz Ma Tazz • Freewill Feb. 18 Gordy & Debbie • $7pp Feb. 28 Southern Anthem • $7pp DANCE 7 pm - 10 pm

Feb. 4 • JC Sound Machine • $6pp Feb. 10 • Valentine’s Dancce Bill Chrastil •$6pp

Beverly Girardot - Activity Team 4770 N. Mayberry Road, Mission 956-580-7654

CASA DEL SOL

Leland Jones

Mission Bell - Trade Winds RV Resorts

COUNTRY PICKIN’

1711 E Business Hwy 83 Mission TX

WEEKLY JAMS

Every Friday at noon Lunch 10:45am

BUFFET BREAKFAST Feb 18 • $5 • 8am SHOWS – 7PM Feb 2 • Goldwing Express Show • $6 Feb 14 • John Sager • $15 • 6PM Dinner & Show - Doors open at 5pm Feb 19 • Ambassors • $5 DANCES - 7PM Feb. 6 • Bob Dolle • Free Feb. 9 • Bottome Line • $6 Feb. 20 Butch Danielski • Hoedown • $5 Doors Open at 6pm for all events

CRAFT SHOW Mar. 6 • 8am-12noon LADIES LUNCH

John Sager • Mar. 8 • 12 Noon Advance tickets available for all events Dick and Ginny Bidwell, Activity Director 400 N. Val Verde Rd. - Donna, TX 78537

956-464-9024

Shrine Club • La Feria • Valentines Dinner & Dance Show Feb. 12 • 5pm • $10 (meal first then music) Call for reservations 956-797-1524 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Feb. 11 – San Juan Gardens Dance – 7-9pm • San Juan Feb. 20 – River Ranch Resort Rio Hondo Feb. 24 – Country Palms San Juan Mar. 4 – La Hacienda Alamo • Dance Mar. 11 – San Juan Gardens Dance – 7-10pm • San Juan Live Traditional Country Music Toe Tappin’ Foot Stompin’ Entertainment For Information Call: Carole Jones 816-509-4085

CRAFT SHOW - Mission Bell Feb. 20, Mar. 20 CRAFT SHOW - Trade Winds 1005 N. Stewart Rd. • Mission Feb. 18, Mar. 18 Dances7pm-10pm

All Dances held in Mission Bell Ballroom

Texas Wheels Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23,30 Ralph and the Cruisers Feb. 11, Mar. 4 Barefoot Becky February 13 - 7pm-10pm ENTERTAINMENT • 7pm Feb. 3 Mario $7.00 Feb. 4 Greg Jones $6.00 Feb. 7 Blue to the Bone $6.00 Feb. 18 Valley Star Awards 6pm..$15.00 Feb. 22 Laughing Bird $7adv-$8door Feb. 28 Florian $7.00 Mar. 7 Ruthie $6.00

Audrey Fedders, Activities Director

For information call the Activites Office at: 605 610-6114 or e-mail: aff41021@gmail.com

MARIO 2017 TEXAS TOUR SCHEDULE

Thank You for Nominating me “Best Male Vocalist 2017”

Direct from Las Vegas!

NOMINATED

BRANSON’S BEST TRACK SHOW!!

Mario!

For more information Save this ad for future reference! (818) 795-2776

Feb. 2 – Coral Reef, South Padre Island Feb. 3 - Mission Bell, Mission Feb. 4 - Paradise South, Mercedes Feb. 6 - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission Feb. 7 - Louie’s Backyard, South Padre Island Feb. 8 - Bit O’ Heaven, Donna Feb. 9 - Coral Reef, South Padre Island Feb. 10 - Eastgate RV and Mobile Home Park, Harlingen Feb. 14 - Shrimp Haus, South Padre Island Feb. 15 - Smokey Tails BBQ, South Padre Island Feb. 16 - Coral Reef, South Padre Island Feb. 18 - Valley Star Awards (Nominated Best Male Vocalist) Feb. 19 - Ranchero Village, Weslaco Feb. 21 - Texas Trails, Pharr Feb. 22 - Smokey Tails BBQ, South Padre Island Feb. 23 - Schlitterbahn Resort (Dinner), South Padre Island Feb. 25 - Mission West, Palmview Feb. 27 - Aladdin Villas, Mission Mar. 1 - Paradise Park, Harlingen Mar. 2 - Paradise Park, PHARR Mar. 4 - Autumn Acres, Brownsville

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

Wintertainers

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

www.wintertexantimes.com

For more information, photos and tour schedules visit

Wintertainers at www.wintertexantimes.com TM

OPEN DAILY 11 AM - 8 PM

ENTERTAINMENT OPEN DAILY 11 AMSCHEDULE - 8 PM

E. Hall Acres Rd. Paradise 301Pharr TX 78577 Resort S. HWY. 281 (Behind Estate Burger King) (Formerly Pharr Paradise Park)

EVERY SATURDAY • Dances – 7pm Feb. 4 • Hired Hand • $5 Feb. 11 • Southern Knights • $10 ENTERTAINMENT Feb. 2 • Jason Whorlow • $7 Feb. 9 • Mama’s Wrangler • $7 Feb. 12 • Magic Valley Chrous STYLE SHOW Feb. 6 • Advanced tickets required 11:30am Lunch Served Sundays 2-6pm ♫Jolly16 Huntsman Barefoot Becky • Thurs. Feb. • $10 •Band♫ 1-5PM Mar. 6 • Steven May CRAFT SALE Sat. Mar. 5 • 1-5pm Debbie & Gordy • Sat. Feb. 25 • $5 • 1-5PM Feb. 28 • 8am - 12 noon Mar. 13 • Renassiance Rockers Canada Day • Tues. Mar. 7 • 1-5PM Luncheon Served COMING SOON!!! Mar. 20 • Steven May Gene Watson - Sat., Feb. 18 • 8:30pm • Tickets $45 JAMS • 12:30PM Thursdays Live Music Open Easter Sunday Doors Open at 6pm Every Wed. Variety w/Bob Dolle Lauren Corrine • 6:30-8pm Mar. 27 • Renaissance Rockers YEAR ROUND • 1-5pm Every Thurs. Rock & Roll Big Band Pork Tenderloin Served Daily Lunch served at 11:30am SUNDAY LIVE MUSIC 2-6PM YEAR ROUND! FRIDAY FISH FRY KARAOKE • Every Wednesday’s Catfish, Cod, Shrimp, or Combo Dinners w/baked beans, Catfish, Shrimp, orfries Combo hush puppies,Cod, cole slaw and french Friday 6:30 - Snack Bar Open Come Relax and eat on the Deck or Patio by the Rio Grande River Dinners w/baked beans, hush Fish EVERY SUNDAY • Church Services 1 Hr. Tours • 12pm 2 Hr. Tours • 1pm Mon. Tues. Wed. Tue. & Thurs. Non-Denominational - 10am Fry puppies, coleSeniors Thurs. Fri.and Sat. french Seniors(62+): $19 slaw(62+): fries $10 -Adults: $23 Movies – 7pm – Free Adults: $12 CASH ONLY 1 Hour Tours See web page for movie of the week Reservations suggested but not required. 15 minimum for boat to depart 1 hour and Mon. Tues.forWed. Snack Bar Open minimum for 2 hrs. Call to scheduled your 956-581-4477 25 tour hours or to planFri. yourSat. group tour of 25 Thurs. - 12pm or more. EVERY TUESDAY BINGO -Seniors: $10 7pm • Snack Bar Open at 5:30pm -Adults: TX $12 214 E. Chimney Rd. - Mission 956-223-9359 - Del Briggs 956-581-1033 • www.ontheriver.net 2 Hour Tours pharrparadisepark.sharepoint.com Riverside In Mission Tue. & Thurs. 1pm Roger Kenaston Band • Wed. 1-5pm Jolly Huntsman • Thurs. 1-5pm Entertainment Schedule Live Music • Fri. 1-5pm Wed. • Kenaston Band • Sat. Sat.1-•5pm Country Music Live Music Tim •&AlCatrina • Club • 1-5pm Thurs. Mikesh • Sun.Sun. • Country Music Live • Sun. • EventPatio/Restaurant Center • 2-6pm Fri. •Music The Hitman Sat. Feb. 1-5pm 4 • 7pm-11pm • Show & Dance • Tickets $25 1-5pm • Darrell McCall • Bobby Flores • Justin Trevino German Day 1-5pm • Mona McCall • Heart of Texas Band

-Seniors: $19

Thank You! 956-581-4477 -Adults: $23 CASH ONLY Boat Enclosed Reservations Suggested Weather Protection Passenger minimum for Private Group departures 15 for 1 hour; 25 for 2 hours. Tours Available 214 E. Chimney Rd. - Mission TX 956-581-1033 • www.ontheriver.net

toRichard our Winter Texans Riverside In Mission Fans for the Lynch Band “Country Western Band of the Year” nomination!

Richard Lynch Band

Real.Country.Music

Terry Smith Show

“A Songwriter with a different touch”

Rio Grande Valley 2017 Schedule

• Feb. 6 – Heritage Square, Mission – 7pm – (563) 340-6493 • Feb. 7 – The Grove, San Juan – 7pm – (712) 540-0452 • Feb. 10 – Val Verde RV Park, Donna – 7pm – (956) 464-5101 • Feb. 12 – Palm Shadows, Donna – 2pm – (956) 464-3324 • Feb. 13 – Border Theatre, Downtown Mission – 2pm Special Guest Opening with Rich Bellert Cowboy Poetry “My Way” (612) 281-7147 • Feb. 15 – Quiet Village II, Donna – 7pm – (956) 464-7275 Dates available for booking: Feb. 8, 9, 17 & 18, 2017 Call to book your show:

(712) 540-0452

Richard Lynch Band

2017 Rio Grande Valley Texas Tour 7pm

Feb. 3 • Seven Oaks Resort 801 S. Inspiration Rd. • Mission

Feb. 4 • Tropic Winds Resort 1501 N. Loop 499 • Harlingen

Feb. 7 • Victoria Palms Ballroom 602 Victoria Rd. • Donna

Feb. 9 • Palm Shadows Resort 200 N. Val Verde Rd. • Donna

Feb. 10 • Citrus Valley RV Park

2901 W. State Highway 107 • McAllen

Feb. 11 • 2017 Winter Texan Fiesta 11am • Conway Ave. • Mission

Feb. 11 • Leisure Valley Ranch 1920 Bogey Drive • Mission

Feb. 12 • Alamo Palms MH-RV Park 1341 W. Business 83 • Alamo Feb. 14 • Alamo Rec Veh Park 1320 W. Frontage Rd. • Alamo

Feb. 16 • Casa del Sol Resort 400 N. Val Verde • Donna

Feb. 17 • Bentsen Palm Village RV Resort 2500 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. • Mission

Feb. 18 • Snow to Sun Resort 1701 International Blvd. • Weslaco

Feb. 19 • Texas Trails Resort 501 W. Owassa Rd. • Pharr

Feb. 21 • Trails End Park

2001 S. Texas Blvd. • Weslaco

Feb. 22 • Country Side Park 100 N. Valley View Rd. • Donna

Feb. 23 • Pine to Palm Resort 802 S. International Blvd. • Weslaco

Richardlynchband.com 513-377-3203

Tavie’s “Rock & Roll” Show

Thank you for your nomination “2017 Female Vocalist” 2017 Shows:

Feb 11 - Valhalla Mobile Home Park, Edinburg • 7-9pm Feb 13 - Rio Valley Estates, Weslaco • 7-9:30pm Feb 14 - Mobile Gardens Community, Mission • 7-10pm Feb 15 - Pine to Palm Tourist Club, Weslaco • 7-8:30pm Feb 16 - Dinner Show, Schlitterbahn Beach Resort, SPI • 7-9pm “It’s not just Feb 17 - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen • 7-10pm singing.... Feb 18 - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen • 7-9pm Mar 5 - Leisure World, Weslaco • 7-9pm it’s Mar 7 - Trails End Park, Weslaco • 7-8:30pm entertainment!” Mar 10 - Bit O’ Heaven RV Park, Donna • 7-10pm Mar 11 - Magnolia RV Park, Donna • 2-4pm For booking Mar 12 - Alamo Palms Recreation Club, Alamo • 6-7:15pm contact: Mar 16 - Paradise Park Resort Estates, Pharr • 7-9pm Tavie or Tom Spivey Mar 17 - Enchanted Valley RV, Mission • 7-10pm (Bobby Sox Entertainment) Mar 18 - J-5 RV Park, Mission • 7-10pm 903-720-0803 or 903-736-2484 Mar 19 - Pharr South Main, Pharr • 6:30-8:30pm Website: http://www.rocknrollshow.net/ Email: tavie2000@yahoo.com

www.wttrgv.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 33

Wintertainers www.wintertexantimes.com

For more information, photos and tour schedules visit

Wintertainers at www.wintertexantimes.com TM

RV RESORT

DIVISION OF WILDER CORPORATION

FRIDAY 7-10PM • $5 Dance DANCES Every Friday 7-10pm

Mar.place 25 • in Route 66 The COOLEST the Valley to dance!

FRIDAY NIGHT DANCES

Feb. 3 - Jealous Heart

ALL SUMMER COME JOIN US! Sweetwater Feb. 17 - Diego Apr. 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug. 5, Food Available Welcome Sept. 2,• Singles & Oct. 7 Variety JealousShows Heart Apr. 8, May 13, June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Feb. 7 Men-of-A-Chord 7-9 PM • $7 Sept. 9, & Oct. •14 Route 66 Feb.15, 12June Spittin’ 2 PM • $6 Apr. 17, Image July 29,• & Sept. 16 Marshall Law Band Feb. 14 BobApr. Dolle 22 & & Friends May 20 • 7 PM • $6 Diego Feb. • 7July PM22, • $7 Apr.19 29,Richard May 27, Lynch June 24, Aug. 19, Sept. 23, & Oct. 28 Craft Show & Garage Sale Smoking Gun July 15,4Aug. 26, -&12 Oct. 21 • Sat., Feb. • 8 AM NOON George & The Texas Outlaws Full Meal Available Sept. 30 Jam BYOB -Country Concessions Available

Every Monday 1 pm Tami Anderson Activity Director 501 W. Owassa Rd. Pharr, TX Big Band Jam 956-782-7886

Every Saturday 2 pm

Glen Blomgren:Activity Director

Texas Trails RV Resort 501 W. Owassa Rd., Pharr, Texas 78577

gblomgren@me.com • 509-580-0288

Welcome home, Winter Texans! Join us for live music & dancing every Wednesday night with Bottom Line Band at 7pm. Catch up with old friends and make some new ones, too!

Entertainment • 7pm Adam Pope & Rebel Sat. Feb. 4 - $7 Spittin’ Image Thurs. Feb. 7 - $6 William Florian (The John Denver Story) Thurs. Feb. 9 - $8

Cindy & Rick - Activity Directors 101 East Sioux Road • Pharr (956) 787-6461

Victoria Palms Resort

602 N. Victoria Rd. Donna, Tx 78537 (956)782-3263

The Crowning Touch

*Schedule Subject to Change*

Dances - 7pm

Feb. 2 • Helen Russell - $6 Feb. 7 • Richard Lynch Band - $7

Every Friday

Happy Hour - 3pm - Pass the hat Feb. 3 • The Hitman Feb. 10 • Carlos Canas Dinner Fish Fry Restaurant

Dance - 7pm

Feb. 3 • The Agency - $9 Feb. 10 • Hot Rodz - $6

Entertainment - 7pm

Feb. 9 • Leslie Blasing WII $12 and $10 $2 more at the door Mar. 3 • Rock Star Denied Band - $8

Craft Fairs - Feb. 11 • 8am Patio Sale - Feb. 25 • 8am-12noon Ballroom Parking Lot

Concerts - 7pm Feb. 12 • Rhinestone Country Feb. 26 • “December 63” Tickets $14 and $13

Margarita and Soda Set-ups. Free popcorn and ice. BYOB. Singles welcome! All events held in the ballroom For Information on all events call: 956-782-3263

WINTER RANCH RV RESORT www.WinterRanchActivities.com

Concession Stand

DANCES - 7pm

Feb. 10 • Diego • 7pm Feb. 17 • Country Roland Jr. • 7pm

ENTERTAINMENT

Feb. 2 • Spittin Image • 7pm Feb. 9 • Helen Russell & Company • 7pm Feb. 16 • Laughing Bird • 7pm Feb. 23 • Southern Anthem • 7pm Feb. 26 • Sherwin/Linton Show • 3pm

CRAFT SHOW

Feb. 14 • 8am to 12 noon

COUNTRY JAM SESSIONS Every Saturday 12 noon Feb. 25 • Gospel Jam 12 noon

KARAOKE

- Every Saturday - 3pm

600 ST HWY 495 ALAMO, TX 78516 (956) 783-4587

A Division of Wilder Corp.

TROPHY GARDENS Division of WILDER CORPORATION

WELCOME BACK

Enjoy the Winter Season in the Rio Grande Valley

Saturday Night DANCES

Feb. 4 • Agency • $8 Feb. 11 • Jealous Heart • $5 Feb. 14 • Sweetheart • $5 Valentine’s Dance 7 pm to 10 pm – Setups Available

ENTERTAINMENT

Bill Chrastil Feb 12 • $6 Greg Jones Feb 16 • $8 Jay & Tammy Variety Show Feb 19 • $8

1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive CRAFT SALE Palmview • 956-585-0703 Sat. Feb. 11 • 8-12 Noon

Biscuits & Gravy Biscuits & Gravy 7-8:30am Wed., Nov. & 2 -More 7am-8:30am Lunch – Burger 11-12:30pm Country JamNOW TICKETS ON SALE Thurs., Nov. 3, 10 - 12:30-3:00pm Feb. 3 Renaissance Rockers - $9 Lunch 11:00-12:30pm - Burgers & more Feb. 17 Ralph & the Cruisers - $10 All You Can Eat Pancakes & French Toast GLASS ADVENTURES & ROCK Mon., Nov. 7 Sausage available 4:30-6:00pm CLUB SHOW DANCE • 7-10PM Feb. 4 – 8am – 12noon Fri., Nov. 11 - Diego - $6.00 Biscuits & Gravy – 7am-8:30am CRAFT SALE

Lunch & More 11am- 12:00pm – 12:30pm Sat., Burgers Nov. 12 - 8:00am FRIDAY • 7PM-10PM Biscuits DANCES &Gravy - 7:00-8:30am Lunch 11:00-12:30pm Burgers Feb. 10 – Classics - $6 & More CHURCH - 8:30AM Feb. 24SERVICES – Golden Era - $6 Sun., Nov. 6 - Non denominational AUCTION Services with Jesse Hernandez Monday 20 Bible StudyFeb. - 9:30am All EVENTS OPEN9am TO THE PUBLIC Consignment – 12noon Peggy Creach, Co-Director Tuesday Feb. 21 Kathy Tyler, Co-Director Biscuits &585-0703 Gravy 7-8:30am Auction - 9am Lunch – Burgers & More 11am – 12:30pm

COUNTRY JAM Every Thursday 12:30-3:00pm Lunch 11:00-12:30pm - Burgers & more Feb 16 • Music Swap Meet 11:30 – 3:30pm ENTERTAINMENT Feb. 7 Gordy & Debbie - $7 Feb. 11 4 His Glory - $7 Feb. 12 Sherwin & Pam Linton - $7 Feb. 15 Big Clayton Piano - $7 Feb. 21 Bill Chrastil - $7 1401 S. Cage Blvd. Feb. 22 Greg Jones - $6 Pharr • 956-787-5773 MONDAY NIGHT DINNER • 4:30-6PM Dances – 7pm Feb. 6 All You Can Eat Pancakes & Doors Open at 6:15 French Toast Feb. 10 - Sweetwater Feb. 13 Fish & Fries Dinner Feb. 24 - Ralph & The Cruiser’s Feb. 20 Pork Loin Feb. 27 Baked Ham ENTERTAINMENT SEW & TELL SHOW Sat. Feb. 25 9am – 12noon Feb. 21 Gordy & Debbie Lunch – Burgers & More Feb. 28 - Laughing Bird 11am – 12:30pm WTTA SHOW CRAFT SHOW Fri Feb. 3, 2017 Sun. Feb. 26 2 – 3pm 7:30 am - 12 noon Public Viewing LUNCH • 11AM -12:30PM Sweetheart Dance Fri. Feb 3 & 17 Soup & Salad Bar Feb. 14 Jealous Heart LINE DANCING Wed. Feb. 8 6:30 – 9:30pm - $2 Square Dancing HOMEMADE DONUTS With Joe & Chris Saltel Wed., Feb. 15 • 7 - 8:30am For more information BISCUITS & GRAVY Call 956-283-7581 Wed., Feb. 8 & 22 • 7 - 8:30am www.joesaltel.com

800 SH 495 Alamo, TX 78516 956-685-5300 Terry & Gayle Steinbeck Activity Directors

Ballroom Dancing With John and Ruth For more information Call 763-226-7386 Email: rehdancer@gmail.com

Ron & Cheryl Schimmel Activity Directors

1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive Palmview • 956-585-0703 Same location, New Address All EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Peggy Creach, Director Kathy Tyler, Director

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES McAllen. REUNIONS

From pg. 27 Nebraska Winter Texan Breakfast Nebraska Winter Texans will meet for breakfast Feb. 7 at 8:30 a.m. at the Nomad Shrine Hall, 1044 W. Nolana Loop in Pharr. For more information, call (402) 733-8912. Thief River Falls & NW Minnesota area reunion Winter Texans and former residents of Thief River Falls and northwest Minnesota area are invited to attend the 32nd annual reunion on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 1 p.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. Col. Rowe (2nd Street). Registration begins at 1 p.m. No reservations required. Wear your park badge. For more information, call the Bjorsnesses at (218) 689-4289 or (218) 689-2966. Alcoa Retirees Alcoa Retirees will meet Feb. 8 at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen, at 11:30 a.m. For more information, call (563) 249-1235. Spouses and friends welcome. Boone County Iowa Winter Texans from Boone County Iowa and surrounding areas will gather at the Golden Corral, 1301 E. Jackson, McAllen for lunch on February 8 at 11am, use Jackson exit off of Exp. 83. Buchanan County, Iowa The Annual Buchanan County, Iowa dinner will be held Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 11 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street,

Nebraska Winter Texans Nebraska Winter Texans will have a luncheon Feb. 8 at 11:30 a.m. at Salsa Tex-Mex, 1900 W. Exp. 83, in Mercedes. For information call Dennis Senff at (308) 380-9361. Newmar Luncheon Newmar Luncheon will be held Wednesday, Feb. 8 at the American Legion Post 37, 1350 E. Jasmine Ave., McAllen. The speaker will be a factory representative. Make reservations to Rose Holschlag at (954) 579-7794 or randrholschlag2earthlink.net by Jan. 25. Upper Valley Home Owners Members of the Upper Valley Home Owners Association will meet Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 9 a.m. at Twin lakes RV Park, 301 N. Shary Road in Mission. Call (956) 270-0961 for information. Crawford County, Ill. Residents of Crawford County, Ill. will meet Thursday, Feb. 9 at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen in Donna at 11:30 a.m. Call (618) 533-8004 for information. Whiteside County Reunion Residents of Whiteside County, will hold a reunion Feb. 9 at 1:30 p.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd. Street in McAllen. For more information, call (309) 7988887. Davis County, Iowa The Davis County, Iowa Winter Texan Reunion will be held on Feb. 10 at Anne’s Restaurant in San Juan at 1 p.m. For in-

Australia & New Zealand HARLINGEN Wed., Feb. 8 10 AM

Tues., Feb. 7 10 AM

Smart iStay Hotel & Suites

Holiday Inn Express

WESLACO

BROWNSVILLE

Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites

Homewood Suites by Hilton

501 South "P" Street

1921 South Tenth St.

Wed., Feb. 8 2 PM

Tues., Feb. 7 2 PM

3759 N. Expressway

421 S. International Blvd.

RECEIVE A 100 HOLIDAY COUPON AT SHOWS $

1-800-826-2266 holidayvacations.com

formation call Betty Kleine at (641) 6802298. Madison County, Iowa Current and former residents of Madison County, Iowa will be gathering Feb. 10 at 11:30 a.m. at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. 83 in Donna. For more information, call Wayne Speer at (515) 681-5254. Traverse and Big Stone Counties of Minn. Residents of Traverse and Big Stone Counties, Minn. and surrounding areas will meet for breakfast Friday, Feb. 10, at Las Margaritas Restaurant, 106 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr, at 8:30 a.m. For information call (320) 265-6393. Bremer County, Iowa A Bremer County, Iowa luncheon will be held at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen, Feb. 10 at 11 a.m. For information, call Sam at (319) 269-9308. Caterpillar Retiree Reunion The Caterpillar Retiree Reunion will be held at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen, on, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. No reservations needed. For information call Jana Fleming at (309)-251-0875. Delaware County, Iowa Residents of Delaware County, Iowa will hold a reunion at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street in McAllen on Feb. 13 at 11 a.m. For more information, call Marilynn Lange at (563) 608-3555 or Merle Havetape at (563) 419-1099.

Sons of Norway The Sons of Norway will meet Saturday, Feb. 11, at noon at Mr. Gatti’s 4100 N. 2nd Street in McAllen. For information call (319) 830-6507. Hitchhiker Owners Hitchhiker owners and former owners will meet for food, fun and fellowship at Mr. Gatti’s. 4100 N. Col. Rowe Blvd., in McAllen on Feb. 13 at 11 a.m. For questions call Judy Whitley at (307) 421-0999 or Dennis Shackelford, (307) 421-2617. Martin County, Minn. Past and current residents of Martin County, Minn. Winter Texans will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 13 at China Cafe, 4712 N.10th Street, McAllen. This is a new location. For information call (507) 236-2164 or (507) 236-7771. Red Hat Queen’s Council The Red Hat Queen’s Council will meet Feb. 13 at 11 a.m. at the Pumpernickle Tea Room in downtown Harlingen. South East Minnesota Bluegrass Association The South East Minnesota Bluegrass Association (SEMBA) reunion will be held Monday, Feb. 13. There will be lunch at 11 a.m. and music until 4 p.m. at Acacia RV Park, 89 E. Business 83, in Alamo. There will be open acoustic, jam, bluegrass music, old time country & gospel. Everyone is welcome. For information contact Darrell Ottman at (507) 2511884 or e-mail darrbarr1962@gmail.com See REUNIONS pg. 41

Winter Texan Times Thursday, January 26 Thursday, February 2

FREE TRAVEL SHOWS! McALLEN

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

1/4 page (4.81" X 5.05")

2017-2018

GUIDED TOURS ■ 4 fabulous itineraries ■ All airfare ■ March & October departures ■ All sightseeing & accommodations

Tours departs most U.S. Airports

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND

Thurs., Feb. 9 10 AM & 2 PM

Pearl South Padre 310 Padre Blvd.

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 35

www.wttrgv.com QUILT SHOW

From “We have a guild of over 300 members,” Jacobson said. “Most of them have been quilting since they were little girls. There’s a few of us who waited until we retired to start quilting, and I’m one of them.” Jacobson, who has been quilting since 2014, is also the treasurer for the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild. She spoke about the theme, “A Salute to the Beatles,” and why she chose it. “My husband’s a disc jockey. Rock ‘n’ roll is something that’s a very important part of our house,” Jacobson said. “And this June will be the 50th Anniversary of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, when I realized that was coming up, I knew I had to do the Beatles.” A former office manager, Jacobson talked about how much work goes into the expo every year. “I organized a whole bunch of engineers, but I never realized just how much bloody work goes into this,” Jacobson said. “But I had probably one of the very best boards. A lot of them had done this before, and they told me what we need-

pg. 1 ed.” Carla Mewhinney, the president of the RGV Quilt Guild, spoke about her quilt and how she made it. “I just used special rulers,” Mewhinney said. “I had bought them at the Houston show, and used them for this quilt.” The quilts hung up at the entrance of the convention centre were made by children. The group offers quilting classes for children of all ages, and yearly scholarships for high school students going to college for some sort of fashion, textile, or fiber arts degree. The expo also featured an area where many items were for sale, including pincushions, quilts, and other sewing supplies. Each day also had a silent auction featuring miniature quilts donated to the guild. The proceeds made at the show go back to the guild, so those programs can be offered. The Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild meets once a month in Weslaco. “It’s all for education, more than any-

Karon Jacobson points out the detail and explains the many techniques that go into constructing every quilt.

See QUILT SHOW pg. 37

Elaine Cooke and her first prize quilt for Wall Hangings, “Texas Sunrise”

Kathleen Dombi, left, poses with her Best of Show winning quilt, “Bed of Roses,” with designated ribbon distributor Lynne Benson, right.

Your perfect match Personalized hearing 4100 N 2nd Ave. Ste. 500 413 W. Pike Ste. C 1801 W. Harrison Ste. 200 1600 W. Griffin Pkwy. McAllen. TX 78504 Weslaco, TX 78596 Harlingen, TX 78550 Misison, TX 78572 956-632-0908 956-647-5061 956-423-4400 956-600-7297

FREE

HEARING EVALUATION

Buy 1 Packet of Batteries Get 2nd Packet

FREE*

Apple,the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries

*Must present this ad

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Medical Services Directory

A WINTER TEXAN GUIDE TO PROFESSIONAL CARE IN THE VALLEY

Welcome Home! & MEDICAL EQUIPMENT CO. Hospital Beds • Computerized Prescriptions • I.V. Nutrition • Wheel Chairs Oxygen & Respiratory Therapy Equipment • Diabetic Shoes

686-3716

1901 S. 1st • McAllen Open 7 a.m. to 12 Midnight 7 Days a Week

630-5500

5120 N.10th • McAllen Open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mon.-Sat.

Sharyland

Chiropractic Center Non-Surgical Orthopedic Spine & Joint Pain Care

Walk-ins Welcome! Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:00am-6pm Special Appointment & Emergency Care Also Available

• Pain & Numbness In The Back, Neck, Shoulder, Arm, Leg, Knee & Foot • Home, Work, Sports & Auto Injuries • Suffering From: Headaches, Tension, Stress & Migraines • Complete Diagnosis & Treatment • Exercise Rehab

Dr. Gary W. Whitaker D.C

Call for your same day appointment 584-7388

• Most insurance accepted • DOT CDL Physical Exams • Medicare • Most Major Credit Cards Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:00am-6pm 2422 E. Griffin Pkwy. • Mission, TX 78572 Sat. & Sun. Closed

MICHAEL SEIBA, M.D., F.A.C.S. UROLOGIST A Multidisciplinary Interventional Pain Medicine Practice

We treat all types of pain including but not limited to: Herniated Disk, Back Pain, Sciatica, Neck Pain, Headache, Hip Pain, Arthritis, Diabetic Neuropathy, Degenerated Disk, Shingle Pain, Pain as a result of automobile accidents and work related accidents.

Shahid Rashid, M.D.

Board Certified by The American Board of Anestheliogy Board Certified by The American Board of Pain Medicine Board Certified by The American Academy of Pain Management

Medicare • Medicaid • Worker’s Comp Most Insurances Accepted

• Board Certified • Fellowship Trained in Laparoscopic & Minimally Invasive Urologic Surgery

956-687-8120

www.ThePainMedicine.com 801 E. Nolana, Ste. 7 McAllen, Texas (956) 687-8120

5505 S. Expwy 77, 4770 N. Exp. 83, Ste. 106 Ste. 103 Harlingen, Texas Brownsville, Texas (956)423-9996 (956) 350-4770

2717 Cornestone Blvd. Edinburg, TX 78539

956-683-SEIBA (7342)

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 37

www.wttrgv.com QUILT SHOW

Medical Services Directory

From pg. 35

thing else,” Jacobson said. “We educate each other, and we educate the kids.” There were 11 categories that participants in the expo competed in: wall hangings, crib, lap, twin, full, queen, king, apparel/personal accessories, home décor, art, and the Beatles challenge. The Best of Show award, which was awarded to “Bed of Roses,” voted best overall, went to Kathleen Dombi. The guild also held presentations of Military Service Quilts, made by the group, for veterans and those in active duty for the U.S. Military. Each one is made with a service member in mind. Deborah Blackbourn, who is a co-chair of the Military Service Quilts program in the guild, got involved in the program four years ago. “There are over 100,000 veterans in the Valley,” Blackbourn said. “So we decided that those who receive one from us needs to be a full-time resident of the Valley. They can’t be a Winter Texan.” The Military Service Quilt section of the expo featured forms to nominate a veteran or someone under active duty to receive a quilt from the guild, which is also available online. “We do the presentations everywhere, at halls, hospitals, veteran’s homes, birthday parties, anniversaries, even happy hour,” Blackbourn said. “We’ve done several here at the expo as well.” Blackbourn spoke about the feelings and responses to the presentation of a mil-

itary service quilt. “People get really emotional,” Blackbourn said. “Just now after this many years I can barely make it through a presentation without getting choked up.” Blackbourn said that she started doing this work in remembrance for her father, father-in-law, and her husband’s uncle. “It’s just been a passion,” Blackbourn said. “We’ve met so many nice people, and there are so many people out there who are so deserving.” Blackbourn still keeps and uses a quilt made by her grandmother from pieces of her mother’s dresses as a child. She said she loves how much meaning is behind it, and Jacobson agreed. “Quilts mean love, always,” Jacobson said. “The more it’s loved, the better it is.” When speaking about the different techniques that go into each quilt, Jacobson reflected on the longstanding custom of quilting and its impact. “There’s an amazing amount of history with quilts,” Jacobson said. “And’s it’s mostly the women who make it so. And you’re only limited by your imagination.” 2017 RGV Quilt Guild Show Winners Best of Show Kathleen Dombi Beatles Challenge 1st – Kathleen Dombi See QUILT SHOW pg. 38

SHARYLAND DENTAL CARE GENERAL DENTISTRY Timothy W. Brann D.D.S.

EXCEPTIONAL CARE Since 1982

Richard A. Young D.D.S.

2407 E. Griffin Pkwy. • Mission, Tx 78572

956-581-2773

A WINTER TEXAN GUIDE TO PROFESSIONAL CARE IN THE VALLEY

Family Medical Center

Now Accepting New Patients “Adults Care” No Waiting Time With Appointment Medically Supervised Weight Loss/ Nutrition Program

Sobia Nasir, M.D.

• • • •

Walk-ins Welcome!

“All patients seen by a board certified MD only.”

For Your Health & Wellness

Diabetes Hypertension High Cholesterol Annual Wellness Exam

• Women’s Health • Pap Smears • Mammograms

Most Adult and Adolescent Diseases Call us today for an appointment

956-383-0714

702 W. University Dr. Edinburg, TX 78539

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES QUILT SHOW From pg. 37

2nd – Renee Pageau 3rd – Bonnie M. Hall Honorable Mention – Nancy Bush Wall Hangings 1st – Elaine Cooke 2nd – Judy Brown and Anna Schwartz 3rd – Monica Myew Honorable Mention – Mary Finnegan Crib 1st – Terry Davis 2nd – Marie Seabrook 3rd – Ann Bergan Honorable Mention – Beverly Fleming Lap 1st – Marilyn Hearnsburger 2nd – Judy Brown 3rd – Terry Davis Honorable Mention – Patty Hoer Twin 1st – Marge Laurence 2nd – Jean Cline 3rd – Nancy Bush Honorable Mention – Mary Finnegan Full 1st – Jean Cline 2nd – Kathleen Dombi 3rd – Shelly Bryant Honorable Mention – Elaine Hall

Queen 1st – Julia Hanley 2nd – Joyce Osborn 3rd – Jean Cline Honorable Mention – Jo Corey King 1st – Jean Cline 2nd – Judith Ingram 3rd – Maxine Pilcher Honorable Mention – Shirley Rhoades Apparel/Personal Accessories 1st – Lynne Benson 2nd – Anna Schwartz 3rd – Marian Johnson Honorable Mention – Terry Davis Home Décor 1st – Mike Hall 2nd – Donna Wendel 3rd – Linda Osborne Honorable Mention – Ann Bergan Art 1st – Marian Johnson 2nd – Pat Skye 3rd – Pat Cooper Honorable Mention – Erwin Nistler

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Terry Smith: A songwriter/ singer with a different touch Terry Smith, a versatile songwriter who has written songs for a wide range of audiences, will be performing at the Border Theater and at a limited number of parks and resorts during his brief tour in the RGV this month. He says without exaggeration, “I’ve pitched songs to everyone from the country artists of the day to the Texas Rangers baseball team and Captain Kangaroo.” Many a “full-time songwriter” has a smaller catalogue than Terry, whose file cabinet holds over 2,000 songs, “the good, the bad, and the ugly,” as he sums them up. As a singer, Terry has steadily built a following over the years in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. For 30 years, Smith, who was born in Cordell, Okla. and reared in Denton, Texas, taught English and coached baseball in public school systems in Texas and Tennessee. After retiring from teaching, Terry began to pursue in earnest his love of songwriting and singing country music. His first album was a country gospel project, “Look at My Hands” in 1979, which features his initial version of “Far

Side Banks of Jordan,” a song featured twice in the movie “The Apostle” and included on the film’s soundtrack CD. The song was heard in its entirety at the close of “Ring of Fire,” a TV movie based on the life of June Carter Cash debuted in the spring of 2013. “Jordan” has been recorded close to 300 times by many different artists, including Ernie Ashworth of Grand Ole Opry fame, as well as the Statler Brothers on their album “Amen.” In the spring of 1999 June Carter Cash released “Press On,” her first solo album in over 24 years, on which she and Johnny Cash re-recorded “Far Side Banks of Jordan.” “Press On” won a Grammy in 2,000. Terry has written songs that were recorded by wellknown country music artists such as Kitty Wells, Chris LeDoux, The Oak Ridge Boys, Daniel O’Donnell, Kris Kristofferson, Patty Loveless, George Hamilton IV, Allison Krauss, Roy Acuff, Jimmy Fortune, and many more. Terry is a member of the Traditional Country Music Hall of Fame and was voted Traditional Music Association’s Songwriter of the Year in 1995 and 1996. See TERRY SMITH pg. 39

www.wttrgv.com TERRY SMITH

From pg. 38 Smith has released thirteen albums to date. His newest project, “The Second Time Around,” was recorded in January 2015, and includes fifteen of Terry’s songs first cut by other artists. Many of Terry’s fans anxiously await Terry’s next CD offering, having purchased each one. One of Terry’s popular CD’s, cut in 2001, is entitled “Spokes in The Wheel,” an album that focuses on the various kinds of songs Terry writes including ballads, novelty, honkytonk, story songs, inspirational, and gospel. As Terry says, “Just as a spoke is only one part of a wheel, each of my musical and personal influences contribute to who I am as a person. The various types of songs I write make up the sum of who I am as a writer and performer. Terry Smith will be appearing with his Quilted Country Band in a limited number of parks in February. He will also perform at the Border Theater in downtown Mission on Monday, Feb. 13 at 2 p.m. Appearing with Smith at the Border Theatre only will be award-winning cowboy poetry reciter, Rich Bellert, in a full two-hour show. The price of admission is $7 per person. For more information, call (612) 281-7147 or (712) 540-0452. Terry Smith can be seen Feb. 6 at Heritage Square, Mission; Feb. 7, The Grove, San Juan; Feb. 10, Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 2 p.m.; Feb. 13, Border Theater in Mission, 2 p.m. and Feb. 15, Quiet Village II.

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 39 WOOD CARVING

From ging a tree. Most of the wood is carved away from the figure, but not so much that it leaves the carver only one option to follow. Instead it leaves enough excess for the carver to put his or her own touch to the wood to call it his own. “It really just saves time in the process,” Vaughn said. “You can get to carving the object faster, there’s enough wood so you can change it to do what you want to in your style and quicker without having to remove all the excess wood.” Like painters, everyone has their own style and their favorite objects/genres to carve. “I really like doing a lot of Santas, carousel horses and last year I got into fish reproductions,” Vaughn said. “Those take probably a couple of hundred hours – it’s the scaling that takes a lot of time.” John Morehead recently completed a hollowed out cane with a diamond pattern on the outside. He carved a chain on the inside through the diamond openings on the outside and then carved a working turnbuckle on the inside along with the chain. Doug Wilkerson, 93, of Minnesota, has very little use of his left hand due to an injury in World War II. However, he is in the carving building nearly every day,

pg. 1 working on plates and canes or animals. “He does a little bit of everything,” said Gene Veneer who, along with Morehead, is also on the committee. “Don’t tell him you can’t do something – look at all he does. It’s amazing.” Most carvers use basswood for their pieces. The wood is not really considered a soft wood but it’s softer and with a finer wood grain, which makes it great for detail in an object. Oak and pine have larger grain that doesn’t take detail very well and oak is just too hard to carve with, said Vaughn. Vaughn said it doesn’t matter what level a carver is at, from beginner to expert, there are others in the club – and usually working in the building, to help at any point. While the purpose is to create lifelike objects, the real enjoyment comes in the camaraderie. “I really enjoy the peacefulness of it,” Vaughn said. “The second thing I ever did was a rose and my mother still has it. I remember thinking back then – this is really neat; that piece of wood looks like a rose. I always enjoyed working with wood, even before I started carving, but this has taken me way beyond that – it’s really a nice medium to work in.”

Wayne Browne works on his wood carving caricature in the carving building at Ranchero Village. Winter Texan Times Photo

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES VALLEY STAR AWARDS From pg. 1

edition of the Winter Texan Times. Nominees for this year’s Male Vocalist of the Year include Mario Rosales, who has made a name for himself in the Valley in a few short years as a comedian and singer. John Sager, Branson entertainer, has been named Male Vocalist of the Year several times and was also named Entertainer of the year twice. Bill Chrastil was named Male Vocalist of the Year in 2016. The fourth nominee for male vocalist is Rolando Reyes, who is always a popular performer known for his beautiful voice. Female Vocalist of the Year nominees are Leslie Blasing, who has won Female Vocalist of the Year in 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 and Entertainer of the Year 2014, 2015 and 2016. Tavie Spivey, a newcomer to the Valley last year has won quite a few fans with her rock & roll music show. Jenny Casey, of Nashville, sings a variety of types of music. And Susan Hudson, who won Female Vocalist of the Year in 2012, is known for her version of Patsy Cline and singing other traditional country songs. Nominees for Family Vocal Group of the Year include Mama’s Wranglers with a theme of western music and clogging representing their home near Las Vegas. Southern Anthem is a Texas-grown family band featuring the Pausewang family, including daughter, Makaela’s great voice, son, Derek, as the auctioneer, and 11-yearold Logan and the fiddle child-prodigy of the band. Lindley Creek is the Greer Family (John Rob, Kathie, Katie and Jase) of Missouri, who are known for bluegrass and gospel music. Goldwing Express, featuring an Irish papa who is dwarfed by his three Native American sons, singing southern gospel, country favorites, a bit of bluegrass and their signature train song. For Musical Group of the Year (not related) the first nominee is Razz-Ma-Tazz, the show choir for Nikki Rowe High School in McAllen. The group is extremely popular with Winter Texans and they have won the award twice previously. Senior Ambassadors is a group of Winter Texans from all over the United States and Canada who perform together during the winter season in the Valley. Men of A-Chord is also composed of Winter Texans who sing

but they sing a cappella and four-part harmony barbershop music. The Magic Valley Sweet Adelines is a women’s choir composed of Winter Texans and local singers who perform during the winter season. Duet Musical Group of the Year nominees include Dave & Daphne, a gifted guitarist and gospel singer with a great voice who are popular entertainers. Gordy & Debbie have long been popular with Winter Texans and their high spirited show has won Duet Musical of the Year five times. Diego & Edith are local performers who are very popular with Winter Texans. Wade and Teresa Landry’s Swingin’ Cajun Show includes Cajun fiddle-player and comedian Wade Landry and his singing wife, Teresa. Rock n Roll Bands include The Agency, The Cruisers, the Hot Rodz and Renaissance Rockers, a band made up of doctors from Renaissance Hospital. Country Western Band of the Year nominees include Sweetwater, the Richard Lynch Band, the Roger Kensaston Band from Nebraska, and Dixon & Company. Nominees for Novelty Act of the Year include Bernie & Red, the zany Canadian couple who have won several times; Gomer and Patsy Show starring Gary Crain, known for his loveable characterizations of old TV Favorites such as Gomer Pyle, and his singing wife, Teresa. Illusionist Roger Wayne, a renowned magician, is also nominated as is accordion-playing comedian Johnny Ray Gomez. Gospel Group nominees include 4 His Glory, a local group from Rio Hondo that is very popular and who won last year; Ambassadors of Grace, known for their gospel and whimsical music; Heirs Together, consisting of Don and Gayla Becker; and the fourth nominee is Mark Vice known as Servant with a Song. Individual/Small Band/Variety Act nominees include blind musician Walter Plant, and Adam Pope & the Rebel Roots, known for traditional country and high-energy rock-a-Billy music. Other nominees include Jason Whorlow, known as the Piano Man and plays a variety of music, is very popular with Winter Texans. Keys, Strings and Harmony is a local group that plays for many events in the Rio Grande

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

Valley. The show starts at 6 p.m. Sandwiches and snacks will be available before and during breaks. Tickets are $15 and are available at Mission Bell, (605) 610-6114, The Winter Texan Times, located at 1217 N. Conway in Mission, or order by phone at (865) 253-2514. Between each announcement entertainment will be provided by some of the

Valley’s best entertainers. Look for Bill Chrastil, Mario, Sherwin & Pam Linton, Leslie Blasing, Susan Hudson and the Edinburg Folklorico Dancers. This is a great opportunity to see all of these top performers come together in one show. To ensure good seating for your group, buy your tickets early. For more information, call Robert Ferguson at (574) 361-2947.

From the McAllen Chamber of Commerce. Local businesses will be on hand to promote a fun and healthy lifestyle in the Rio Grande Valley and to offer health solutions to those attending the event. Care providers, pharmacies, gyms, Zumba and yoga studios, nutritionist advisors, massage therapists and spas, weight-loss product businesses, insurance companies, sports clubs, stress management centers, holistic centers, financial management consultants, travel agencies, tour operators and many other local businesses are expected to be represented at this event. Many health agencies will be offering free health screenings including cholesterol, glucose, BMI, blood pressure and many

pg. 1 more screenings. For the second year in a row the “Heart of the Valley” Health Fair will be merged with the International Travel Show creating a single greater event. And the best part is that it is free. Make plans to attend the fair and get the health screenings that are needed. Then look around at the endless travel opportunities provided as well. There will be local, state, national and international travel opportunities being offered. Local businesses may contact Laura Robles at 956-687-2787 or email lrobles@ visitmcallen.com for information about booths and sponsorships.

The Green Bees of Green Gate Grove Resort will host their annual quilt show on Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free. The show will include bed quilts, wall hangings, wearable art, and miscellaneous textile art. Scissor sharpening and other vendors will be on hand. Raffle tickets for a beautiful quilt will be available at the show. In addition, lunch will

be available for sale. Green Gate Grove is located at 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Road in Palmview. To get to Green Gate Grove take Expressway 83 to the Bentsen Palm Dr./ La Homa Road exit, then turn south on Bentsen Palm Drive. Green Gate Grove is approximately one-and-a-half miles south on the left. For information call Jan Schaeffer at (956) 583-8969.

WELLNESS EXPO

Green Bees plan quilt show

Air Fiesta 2017 coming to Brownville Feb. 11-12 Those who love the vintage World War General admission tickets are $12 for

Ii airplanes and aerobatic entertainment will want to make plans to head over to Brownsville on Feb. 11 or 12 to view Air Fiesta 2017. It is being held at the Brownsville/South Padre Island Airport located at 955 Minnesota Ave. The gates open at 9 a.m. and flying starts at noon.

adults. Tickets may be purchased online in advance. General admission with admission to the Flight Line Club is $22. There are no refunds and no coolers are allowed. For more information call (956) 541-8585.

DONNA ALUMINUM PRODUCTS

W. Bus. Hwy. 83 Donna, TX

9 5 6 - 4 6 4 - 2 2 2 8 HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Special on Custom Made Second Roof! Limited Time Only

Insulated Patio Covers Screen Rooms Skirting Patio Covers Window Awnings

Carports Seamless Gutter 2nd Roofs

www.wttrgv.com Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. REUNIONS 83 in Donna. For information, call Pat at

From pg. 27 Illinois Winter Texan State Reunion The Illinois Winter Texan State Reunion will be held at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. Col. Rowe (2nd St.) in McAllen on Feb. 14 at 11 a.m. For information call Gerald Wright at (309) 368-8729. Magic Valley P.E.O. Group The Magic Valley Retirement P.E.O. Group will meet at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 14, at the Echo Hotel in Edinburg. P.E.O members visiting the Valley are invited to attend. For reservations call Myrna Craft at (660) 424-4527. Michigan Good Sam Luncheon The Michigan Good Sam Luncheon will be held Tuesday, Feb. 14 at noon at

(517) 927-3053. Dubuque County, Iowa Residents of Dubuque County, Iowa and the Tri-State Areas reunion of Winter Texans, will meet Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 11 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 5200 N. 2nd St. in McAllen. For information, call Mary Lou at (563) 583-8405. Ottertail County, Minn. The Ottertail County, Minn. Reunion will be held Feb.15 at 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen. For information call (218) 205-0921. Des Moines East High School Graduates of Des Moines, Iowa East High School will meet Feb. 15 at 11:30 a.m. at the Junction Café in Pharr, one

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 41

block south of Bus. 83 at the corner of Cage Blvd. and Park Street. For information call Jim or Linda McPherson at (515) 537-3664. WCSA Reunion A WCSA Reunion will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 15, at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen. For more information, call (701) 640-4991. Brownsville Women’s Connection Luncheon Brownsville, Texas Woman’s Connection Luncheon will be held Feb. 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Valley International Country Club. There will be a Charro Days Style Show and performance and a lunch buffet. Charro Days attire encouraged. RSVP to www.Facebook.com/ BrownsilleTxWomensConnection or Sar-

Dra. Manuela Gutierrez

SAVE COOL CASH ON COOLING STARTING AT $2,450*

Endodontic

*Some restrictions apply. Expires 04/08/17

COMPLETE A/C Check-Up

ah at (956) 295-8536. Rathbun Lake, Appanoose County Rathbun Lake/Appanoose County will hold their annual reunion Feb. 16 at 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen. For information call Thressa Robinson at (641) 437-1169. Submarine Veterans Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 16 at Junction Café, 11 S. Cage Blvd., Pharr. For more information, call (715) 305-040. Minnesota Winnebago Owners The Minnesota Winnebago Club invites all owners, and friends to meet at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen on Thursday, Feb, 16, at 1:30 p.m. Call (612) 578-2854 for questions.

FREE CLEANING ON ANY WORK

LIMITED TIME ONLY! EZ Financing!

10% OFF Dental Service

Implants, Dentures, Veneers, Permanent Bridge Currently we handle Digital Intraoral Sensor

for$49*

*CALL FOR DETAILS

Dra. Manuela Gutierrez, Endodontic

AIR CONTROL A/C & HEATING INC.

Cell: 956-342-2019

Patricia Lira

General Dentistry

Open: Mon. - Sat. 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Go Across the Bridge to Progresso MX Take the first left to suite 9 - DOWNSTAIRS

783-0161 • 686-5531 • 1-800-640-4596 www.aircontrolrgv.com Lic. & Bonded TACL B009395E

INSURANCE ACCEPTED

TINT-ON-WHEELS WINDOW TINT SOLAR SCREEN

• Reduce Glare • Cut Heat • Improve Comfort

FREE ESTIMATES

20% OFF Dental Cleaning

956-682-2915

Present coupon prior to visit, NOT VALID with other promotions

319 N. 2nd • McAllen 2306 W. Trenton • Edinburg

David Padilla

29 Years Experience Visit us at www.tintonwheels.info

Park Models & Mobile Homes, Motorhomes & RV’s

10% OFF WITH AD Expires 02-08-2017

Concrete Work By Fernando

• Personalized signs • Parking signs • Street signs • Magnetic signs • Caution signs • Banners Don Wes Flea Market 3210 E. Bus 83 Donna, TX 78537

• T-Shirt transfers • Business Cards

Phone: 775-848-1695

Email: info@kiwisignsandmore.com Web: www.kiwisignsandmore.com

Power Cleanings

Driveways • Patios • Sidewalks Staining • Power Cleaning • Handicap Work • etc...

Valley Wide Service for over 20 years

(956) 534-1824 Commercial & Residential Free Estimates

10% Off Coloring with ad

Expires Feb. 28, 2017

w w w. c o n c r e t e w o r k b y f e r n a n d o . c o m

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

... g... g n i n i h th yt y n r a e for or ev fconvection microwave, tinted windows, washer and freezer, in Bluebonnet Park Autos

1966 T-BIRD California car, light blue, all options, excellent condition, 69k miles, $13,995, cal 956–424–6953. WANT TO BUY 2008 or newer Suburban or Yukon XL, low miles, clean, prefer 4x4, call 956-929-3842. 2007 NISSAN XTERRA 4x4 6 speed, set up for tow, including “blue ox” hitch, base plate and “brake buddy”, full power package- windows, door locks, tilt, cruise, CD player and more, nice condition, $9,500 or OBO, call 605–381–2367. TEXAS TRADER RV will buy your RV, trailer, 5th wheels, park models, cars and trucks, call Mark 956–797–3000. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile homes and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956–929–3842.

Fifth Wheels 1994 JAYCO , FURNISHED, with 2nd roof, hard awning, super slide anchored, lot 25 Bit O Heaven, Donna Tx, $5000, call 956–377–5311. 2014 COLUMBUS 320RS 5th wheel, 3 slides, 6 way auto level, LED lighting,

SOLD

moveable island, king size pillow top mattress, 42” Smart TV, cell/Ipad charging station, like new, Lamplighter RV subdivision #154, call 573–270–3942. REESE HITCH SLIDER, 15k, no rails, call 606–842–1030. 2006 HITCHHIKER PREMIER 33’ model CKRSB, 4 slides, fully equipped, clean, no pets, non-smoker, excellent, asking $19,900, 262–707–7813. 2005 KZ 5TH wheel, 29.5 ft., 3 slides, offers: highest offer not necessary accepted, located at Bentsen Grove Resort RV park, call 306–530–5162. 2016 MONTANA, 40.5’, 3 slides, 2 awnings, 2 ac’s, auto leveling, washer/dryer, 1 1/2 baths, front bath with dual vanities, 4 season, residential fridge, 3 max air fans, infrared fireplace, extended warranty, many more extras, $55,000, call 405–650–3652, located at Winter Haven Resort in Brownsville. FULLY FURNISHED, 32 inch flat screen TV, new queen mattress, 2–120 watt solar panels with inverter, 15,000 BTU air conditioner, lot fee paid until April 1st, or can be moved, Bentsen Palm Lot 7, Mission, call 920–265–4018. 2000 NEWMART AMERICAN Star, 34 ft., rear living, center kitchen, single slide, 12x30 aluminum awning, 8x8 shed with

S D A T N WA

Lot 234, Mission, call 419–234–5276. 2009 32 FT. CARRIAGE Cameo, 2 slides awning, MORryde hitch, suspension, new tires, electric jacks in rear, central vac, washer & dryer, prep, microwave, queen bed, whole house filter, cherry cabinets, plank floor in kitchen, carpet throughout, all in one bath, rear living, 2 recliners, sofa bed, immaculate condition, $34,000, call 956–330–3298. FREE BBQ LUNCH & door prizes, do you own a 5th wheel RV (any brand), join others indoors at the Ron Hoover/ Heartland RV’s open house on Wednesday, February 8th at 11am to 1pm- Donna, TX. 2001 32FT. JAYCO Designer Legacy, 3 slides, island kitchen, 20’ awning, newer carpet, toilet & HWT, fully furnished, $8,900, call 956–534–8091 or ockings@ outlook.com. COOPER LT 235/85R16, Range E tire, $100 and Reese 20 T fifth wheel hitch, $200, call 763–443–3990. COMPLETE RV SERVICE center! Texas Trader RV has all your RV parts and service needs, warranties, insurance claims and all other RV service needs. Call Juan today for free estimate, 956–797-3000. TEXAS TRADER RV will sell your RV, call Mark today for free appraisal, 956–7973000.

SOLD

I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile homes and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956–929–3842.

For Rent IN 55+ PARK, 2 bedroom, 2 baths, 2 car garage, fully furnished, on golf course at Golf View, Mission, call 563–590–2580. RV LOTS, ALAMO, TX, 55+ park, gated, electric paid, laundry, $300 a month, also Jayco RV for rent, call 763–229–2233 or 612–723–6210. RV SPOT ON private property near Rio Hondo, paved, water included, tenant pays electric on a separate meter, beautiful country living, $250 per month, call 208–413–8579. APARTMENT FOR RENT, $600/month plus deposit, RV lot rent $285/month, all utilities included, call 956–461–5193.

For Sale ALADDIN VILLAS- EAST, Mission, brick home 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, furnished, tile floors, steel roof, fruit trees, call 956-5839455 or 712-660-2503. 2001 PRAIRIE SCHOONER 5th wheeler,

Your Manufactured Home/Park Model Specialist Located Outside Des Moines, Iowa Adventureland Amusement Park will be Interviewing and Hiring Workampers for the 2017 Summer Season.

February 15th & 16th • 10am - 3pm

Free campsite next to park, pay for all hours worked and end of season bonuses. Appointments can be made by calling 1-515-266-2121, but are not necessary.

CASA DEL VALLE RV RESORT 1048 N. Alamo Road Alamo, TX 78516

INSURANCE AGENCY 401 N. Col. Rowe Blvd. - McAllen, Texas 956-686-2716 Let us give you a quote!

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 43

www.wttrgv.com

ng...

i nyth

for a

36 feet, 3 slides, Tri-Axle, Lot 97 Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 North Mayberry Road, 807–252–2150, $10,000 OBO. SPLIT RAIL , MISSION, Texas room, central air, newer appliances, carport, shed, fully furnished, 507–251–3955. DEEDED LOT EDINBURG, 2003 5th wheel, 3 slides, extras, next to golf course, serious inquiries only, 615–427–3714. EZ 3 RECUMBENTS, bikes & trikes, parts & service, please call Roscoe & Glenn at 956–529–8804. 2001 PRAIRIE SCHOONER 5th Wheeler 36 feet, 3 slides, tri-axle, Canyon Lake RV Resort Lot 97, 4770 North Mayberry Road, Mission, $10,000 OBO, 807–2522150. SHED WITH REFRIGERATOR, 12x5.5, like new, wired 30 amps, bug proof house door, $900 OBO, call 270–792–8444 @ Victoria Palms. GANDY 10X5 SNOOKER table, 3 piece slate, you disassemble and move, $1,500 OBO, Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, Texas, contact Dale at 319–240–7590. HENSLEY TRAILSAVER 5TH wheel hitch T53 air-ride, GPW 4,500 lbs, GTW 20,000 lbs, $1,200 OBO, call 515–571–0103. RETAMA VILLAGE MISSION, active 55+ gated community, RV lots, RV porthomes, houses for sale or rent, www.RetamaRentals.com or 956–900–8487.

g... n i h ryt

e v e r fo

Golf Carts

GOLF CARTS GAS or electric. New or used. On site repairs, 20 thousand parts in stock, Easy Ride Golf Cars, 25th year of service to the Valley, 956–580–3370.

Homes For Sale ALADDIN VILLAS- EAST, Mission, brick home, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, furnished, tile floors, steel roof, fruit trees, call 956-5839455 or 712-660-2503. CONDO SALE BY owner, by Tony Butler Golf Course, furnished, 55+ complex, golf cart stall included, call 956–230–0371. COURTYARD HOME 3910 Pelican Way, Retama Village 55+ gated, Mission, 1,518 square feet, $269,000, 2/2.5/2, office, bonus room NSNP, trulia.com/property/3257961246–3910-Pelican- Way-Mission-TX-78572, open house Feb. 12 from 1–4 pm or call for your own private showing, 309–212–1800. VALLEY VIEW ESTATES, Mission, 1998 mobile, 1824 living space, 3/2, own ground, plus rental RV pad, $84,900, call 956–358–7311. HARLINGEN LAKEWOOD VILLAGE gated community, 2/2 with carport, all electric, newly remodeled, own ground, $69,900,

MOBILE HOME RUBBER COAT

RV’S • 5th Wheels • Park Models • Houses • Warehouses • Commercial

Cost for a Trailer/RV was $2000

Now Only

449

S D A T N WA

rocked yard, please call 515–270-8867. FOR SALE BY Owner, large RV port home in Mission, corner house lot with home or sell separate. Must sell for health reasons, serious inquiries only, call 850637–7730.

Lake Front Property LAKE LBJ WATERFRONT, 1.53 acre property, full hookups for 3 RV’s or home site, search for more info and pictures on Craiglist Lake LBJ waterfront or call 512– 529–7133.

Lots For Sale VALHALLA PARK LOT 101 in Edinburg, with sewer and water, orange trees, pecan trees, call 319–360–9384. PARK MODEL LOT w/ 8’x11’ beautiful shed/Pagoda, in Wintergreen Estates, insulated, sheet rock, cabinets, bath, W/D, tankless water heater, $22,000, call 956584–1428. 114 SADDLE, WAGON City North, Mission, RV or park model size, cement slab, water & electrical hookups, asking $10,500, telephone 414–530–5595.

Miscellaneous

BROWN DOUBLE RECLINER, good condition, moving, must sell, $200 OBO, will text pictures, 320–905–1859. MUSICIANS SWAP MEET, February 21, Kenwood Resort, La Feria, 10am-12pm, lunch at noon, Bluegrass Jam starts at 1:30, call 956–246–3866. TRUCK TRUNK IN-bed toolbox, sliding lid, easy access from either side of vehicle, $150, price negotiable, call 603867–6742. DAY BED LIKE new, will text picture, $250, call 320–905–1859, moving and must sell. GOLF CART ELECTRIC Club Car, back seat lights, good condition, $1,200 OBO, phone 320–212–2803, moving, must sell. 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. PERFORMING SHOWS/DANCES, block parties, happy hours, corporate events, playing a wide variety of country classics, 50’s & 60’s, big band, oldies, Valleywide, available on short notice, call Doug at 605-770–8947.

Ann’s Restaurant BREAKFAST SPECIAL

Dinner Special

2pm-7pm Mon.-Sat.

8 oz. Ribeye Steak

$ 95

Includes Installation plus Material

49¢ sq. ft.

• Protects Against Water Damage! • Keeps Home Cool in Summer! • Drops Temperature by up to 15 Degrees • ROOF SEALER • Last up to 10 years! teed to • SAVE on Energy Bill Guaran ree • Stops Water Leaks work or it’s F

Buy 1 at Reg. Price & Get 2nd at

HALF PRICE

Don’t wait for this!

Call for Appointment (956) 459-5741

2 Eggs, pancakes or toast, sausage or bacon.

Served w/Baked Potato, Texas Toast, Soup or Salad.

LUNCH SPECIALS

from 11-3pm Mon. - Sat. Includes Iced Tea

221 W. Hwy. 83 • San Juan, TX

787-1375

$12.99

Reg. Price

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

... g... g n i n i h yt yth n r a e r v fo for e

een at 4:00 s Gr ude tarting l c n I s yday Ever

Special #2

More coupons available at www.palmviewgolf.com/winter_prog/

Special #1

Palm View Golf “Thanks For A Great Season”

Call ahead for tee times. 2701 S. Ware Road, McAllen Phone: 681-3444

S D A T N WA

Mobile Homes

PLES U O C CIAL PER PLE SPE COU rt $ & Ca .m. Fee p

Green Fees: 18 holes, $28.00 9 holes, $18.20

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

18-HOLE GREEN FEE with CART, $37.00 (includes tax)

• Includes 18-hole green fee with 1/2 cart. • Must present this coupon to redeem offer. • One day in advance tee time reservation required. • Valid Anytime Mon-Fri and after NOON on weekends and Holidays • Not valid for League or Tournament play • Offer expires 4/15/2017. Price includes tax. • NO REFUNDS OR RAINCHECKS ONCE PLAY BEGINS!

9-Hole Green Fee & Cart $22.00 • Coupon valid for nine holes only.

• Valid everyday, off the 10th tee until 8:30 a.m. or off the 1st tee starting at 3:00 p.m. • Must present this coupon to redeem offer. • One day in advance tee time reservation required. • Not valid for League or Tournament play • Offer expires 4/15/2017. Prices include tax. • NO REFUNDS OR RAINCHECKS ONCE PLAY BEGINS!

MOBILE HOME W/Lot, 14x61, 2 Bdrm/ 2Ba, 2 porches, move in ready, a must see, Lemon Tree Estates, 641–420-8602, or 641–420–8603. 1985 SCHULT FULLY furnished, 2 bdrm’s 1 bath, on 2 1/2 owned lots, 25x25 workshop w/ commode, plus 12’2x8’3 storage shed, carport $54,300, call 956-464– 9423. 3 BED, 1 bath home in Rollin Homes Park, furnished, $10,000 OBO, call 956360–7751 or 309–369–0066. 14X52, 2 BEDROOM, 1 bath, all electric, awning, 12x14 deck, 10x12 shed, own lot, $35,000 OBO, call 956–271–4514. ROLLIN HOMES, MISSION, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath, 14x60 home, fully furnished with king beds, W/D and D/W, has back attached deck with lighted storage and work shop, large 12x14 “By George” storage w/ shelves, call 956–583–0225. 16X66 MOBILE, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, shed, carport, 55+ park, Harlingen, 320–8410031. 1986 LIBERTY 14X48, 2BD/1Bath, 2 car carport, covered deck, 55+park in Mission, $12,000 OBO, 217–429–9448, clean & move in ready. 55+ COMMUNITY, 2BDRM/1Ba mobile

SOLD

furnished, enclosed TX room, AC, car port, wrk/shop, storage room, $39,000, call 816–517–3231. REDUCED $11,000, NEW “snazzie” upgraded Clayton 2 bedroom mobile, new setup with 16’ awning, cement, 100 amp. electric in nice 55+ park, Mission, 970– 799-7577. REDUCED $8,000, NEW Athens 1 bedroom with front porch, Clerestory windows, upgraded insulation, flooring, appliances, sheet-rocked walls, new 16’ carport, cement, 100 amp electric in nice 55+ park in Mission, call 970–799–7577. 16X60 FT. SCHULT, 2Bdrm/2Ba, carport, patio, storage shed, on 99 year lease, citrus and pecan trees, call 319–360–9384. 14X67 MARLETTE, 2 bedrooms, baths, tools, sprinklers, new furnace, carport, golf cart, driveway, shed, furnished, walk to 8 restaurants, Tropic Star Resort, Pharr, call 586–549–0440. PARADISE PARK, MCALLEN, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, open living, dining, kitchen updated, furnished, move-in ready, call 405–606–1896. 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. VALLEY VIEW ESTATES, Mission, 55 +park, own lot w/ Schult mobile, fully fur-

NIKKY’S CARPET CLEANING

$75.00 Any Size RV or Park Model and $25.00 first room $17.50 each additional room.

Professional cleaning services

Satisfaction Guaranteed

Great Upholstery Rates

956-266-1369

www.wttrgv.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 45

... g... g n i n i h yt yth n r a e r v fo for e

nished, large TX room, 2Bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, 1 car garage, shed, deck w/ramp access, all electric, metal roof, make an offer, call Dave 815–875–7972. MCALLEN MOBILE PARK, 16x68, Skyline, 2Bdrm/2Ba, fully furnished, all electric, 50x14 carport w/ awning, 8x12 workshop, $39,950, call 806–433–6522. 2BDRM/2BA, EAT-in-kit, living room, dining room, TX room, RV carport, shed, 55+park, pictures upon request, call 660351–0210. MOBILE HOME 71X14, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully furnished, ready to move in, 2915 Tack, Wagon City North, 956–8577199. COMPLETE RV SERVICE center! Texas Trader RV has all your RV parts and service needs, warrantys, insurance claims and all other RV service needs. Call Juan today for free estimate, 956–797-3000. TEXAS TRADER RV will sell your RV, call Mark today for free appraisal, 956–7973000. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile homes and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956–929–3842. PHARR SOUTH MOBILE home park, 55+ gated community, 1402 So. Cage, privately owned homes & lots. Open house first weekend every month Dec. thru April, 1–4 p.m., for information call 956–283–8764,

www.pharrsouthforsale.com.

Motor Homes 1999 38FT. NEWMAR Dutchstar 300HP Catapillar 89,500 miles, must sell due to health reasons, let’s make a deal$25,000 OBO, 713–724–2406. 2004 NEWMAR 40 ft. Diesel Pusher, 3 slides, new W/D, new mattress, call for more information 515–509–3863. 38’ 2001 MONACO Diplomat, diesel pusher, low miles, generator, 1 slideout, in Harlingen, call 636–448–0110. TEXAS TRADER RV will sell your RV, call Mark today for free appraisal, 956–7973000.

Motorcycles 2003 HARLEY DAVIDSON Heritage Softail, anniversary edition, great condition, HD cover, 812–236–7023. 2013 HARLEY TRI-Glide, black/chrome, air ride seat, passenger arm rests, bells & whistles, 18,800 miles, excellent condition, call Dave 815–875–7972. 2012 HARLEY 1200, excellent condition, low mileage, stored indoors, added extras, custom exhaust, $7,900, call 317– 364-6447.

WE PAY TOP

$$ $ $

We Buy Mobile Homes Park Models RV’s, 5th Wheels, Travel Trailers, Any Condition Old/New, Dirty or Clean!

Please call 956-545-1118 - Mrs. Davis please call anytime

S D A T N WA

Park Models 2000 HAMPTON 39X12, 2014 new roof, carpet & vinyl, 2016 2 ton AC/heater combination, outside, washer/dryer inside, $20,000, call 217–904–4458, please do not leave message. 1996 PARK MODEL, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Lemon Tree RV, Mission, fully equipped, asking $17,000, call 563–920–3701. 2000 PALM, CENTRAL A/C & heat, full deck, awning, burglar bars, 2 new recliners, queen sofa sleeper, 2nd roof, 12x12 shed w/ full laundry, stool & shower, tool room, extra reasonable offers, Circle T, Lot 19, 319–329–6525. 2008 HERITAGE 12X33, w/ awning, 8x10 custom shed, tinted windows, newer laminate floors, Ezgo gas golf cart, $19,000, call 956–266–2042, w/ lots of extras. 1999 40 FT. Premier park model, 2 slides, microwave, washer, dryer, covered deck, shed, good condition, park near Donna, 641–799–1820, $8,000. 2012 KEYSTONE RETREAT 39FDEN, 2 slides, tinted windows, large deck, 40’ awning, laminate floor, S/S sink, washing machine, king bed, includes 8’x12’ air conditioned tuff shed, Weslaco, must see, $23,900, 956–245–8489. HARLINGEN, 98 TRAVEL Trailer with

custom design Texas room, covered porch and steel roof, excellent condition, located in a unique incredibly beautiful tropical resort call Posada Del Sol Lot 74, available Feb.1, $5,995, call 214–680-8603 or 913–370–3311. 2000 KROPF 12X34 with 13x14 attached storage room, insulated extended awning, carport, metal roof in 2015, washer/dryer, 2 new LazyBoy recliners, patio furniture, no pets ever, very nice, clean unit, $28,000, call 618–731–1140 or 618–2464610. 1993 OAK PARK, 10x13 Texas room, new refrigerator, shed, washer, dryer, move in ready, Casa Del Valle, Alamo, $10,500, 918–409–7767. 1998 QUAIL RIDGE 12x36, insulated carport, shed, new metal roof, flooring and AC/Heat pump, washer, dryer, furnished, El Dorado Acres Lot #11, $16,900 or OBO, call 989–329–0475. 2006 FRANKLIN PARK model, good shape, was $18,000 now $12,000, bluebonnet Park Lot 328, North Bentsen Palm Drive, call 226–246–4366. REDUCED $7,000, NEW top of the line Athens park model for sale, sheet-rocked inside, upgraded insulation, flooring and kitchen, Clerestory windows, $26,500, call 970–799–7577. 2002 BAYRIDGE , 2 tipouts, 2 sheds, rent paid for 2017, $13,500 OBO, call 319-

SOLD

All About Floors & More Celebrating 29 Years of Where Quality, Price and Customer Service Still Exist Since 1987

Service

• In Home Sales • Free Estimates • Valleywide Service • 5th Wheels r ase o • Motorhomes urch dow p 0 0 n $10 r wi pon uires ng o • Carpet - All Types *Req on floori t one cou i more ents. Lim fer. m t . • Wood/Laminate trea sidence y other of e n per r lid with a a v 17 0 t • Vinyl/Luxury Vinyl Tile 2 o / N 4/1 s e r i Exp • Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Mid Valley • Blinds BEST • Shutters 2015/2016 2015 • Residential / Commercial

0 0 1 $

F F O

Call Lee At (956)463-2484

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES

for

ng...

hi t y n a

r e t n i W an Tex

www.wttrgv.com www.wttrgv.com

g... n i h ryt

e v e r fo

TIMES

Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987

Published by Times Media Group, Inc. Publisher: Jim Brunson Email: jb@progresstimes.net Phone: 956-580-7800

Departments

News Desk: Kathy Olivarez, Editor Email: news@wttrgv.com Mobile: 956-331-9472 Office: 956-580-7800 Advertising Manager: Norma Reyes Upper Valley Area Email: norma@wttrgv.com Mobile: 956-533-7500 Advertising Executive: Raul Martinez Mid-Valley and Lower-Valley Area Email: raul@wttrgv.com Mobile: 956-638-9811

S D A T N WA

296–2584 or 319–529–1414 Lot #108. 2000 DUTCH PARK, 36 ft. covered patio, large shed, completely furnished, just bring toothbrush, start housekeeping, Lot 54 in Orange Grove RV Park, Edinburg, Texas, call 303–949–2852. 1998 36X11 CHARIOT Eagle Park model, fully furnished, 10x36 carport, 6x8 portable building, $11,000, call 419–438-3332. 1999 2BDRM/2BA in Rio Valley Estates, all appliances, renovated, 2nd roof, fruit trees, $28,600, call 956–351–5518. 2011 HERITAGE PARK Royale, w/d, shed, large patio and double car awnings, tinted wndows, lived in only two months per year, very well maintained, see at Bluebonnet RV Park Lot 18, call 618–9679778. 12 WIDE TROPHY trailer, covered patio, appliances, most furnishings, newer shed, $18,500 Bluebonnet Resort, call 956–250-6070. 1994 KROPF, 12’x32’, large lot, 16’x28’ awning and lattice (2013), shed, furnished, $16,000, Mission Bell Resort Lot 106, text 519–796–3477 or email sharonharball@gmail.com. 1981 PARK ROYALE 8x35 plus 8x10 Texas room, 13’ carport, 8x8 shed, $5,000 OBO, call 479–883–7667. COMPLETE RV SERVICE center! Texas Trader RV has all your RV parts and service needs, warranties, insurance claims

SOLD SOLD

and all other RV service needs. Call Juan today for free estimate, 956–797-3000. TEXAS TRADER RV will sell your RV, call Mark today for free appraisal, 956–7973000. 12X36 PARK MODEL, excellent condition, 12x20 covered patio, 12x11 Texas room, golf course, rec. room, nicest park in Raymondville, $21,900, call 208 -866–5184. TEXAS TRAILS RV park, Pharr, 2002 Chariot Eagle park model, 35x14 plus TX room 10x20, all electric, fully furnished, shed with W/D, covered deck, $30k, call 402–679–6943. WANTED TO BUY park models, 1999 or newer, must be in good shape, call 712395–1810, ask for John. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile homes and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956–929–3842.

Services JAVIER ACOSTA ROOFING & remodeling, over 25 yrs. of experience, free estimates, call us at 956–222–3227. GOLF CART REPAIR, 25 years serving the Valley, insured & factory trained, 956580–3370. MASSAGE AND BODYCARE by Nicole, starting at $15, call 956–624–2126.

Advertising Executive: Oscar Alvarado Email: oscar@wttrgv.com Mobile: 956-252-5888

COUPON INDEX

Parks Calendar: Maria Smith Email: parkscal@wintertexantimes.com Phone: 956-580-7800

Encore ..................................pg. 6 Gattis Pizza ........................ pg. 41

Classified Ads: Maria Smith Email: classifieds@wintertexantimes.com Phone: 956-580-7800

Graphic Design: Carlos Reyna Francisco Rodriguez

Winter Texan Times

1217 N. Conway • Mission, Texas 78572 Tel. (956) 580-7800 • Fax (956) 585-2304 Email - News: news@wintertexantimes.com Advertising: ads@wintertexantimes.com www.wttrgv.com

© Copyright 2016-2017 by Times Media Group, Inc., all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without express written permission of the publisher. The Winter Texan Times is not responsible for errors or omissions in advertising. If the newspaper is responsible for an error in an ad or omission of an ad, the newspaper’s financial liability is limited to the cost of the ad in question. The newspaper is not responsible for any other damages, tangible or intangible. Typically, a make-good ad or re-rescheduled ad is considered to sufficiently meet the newspaper’s responsibility.

2nd Street Bistro ................pg. 24 Ann’s Restaurant ................pg. 43 Air Control A/C & Heating, Inc ........................pg. 41 All About Floors & More ..pg. 45 American Discount Hearing....Pg. 26 Apple Dental ..............................pg. 41 Basil Asia ....................................pg. 25 Beltone Hearing ........................pg. 35

Big Daddy’s Burgers .........pg. 25 Concrete Works.........................pg. 41

Denny’s ...............................pg. 24 Dra Manuela Gutierrez ............pg. 41

Le Peep........................................pg. 25 Liverpool Legends.....................pg. 22

Macaroni Grill ...................pg. 25 Milano’s .............................. pg. 25 National Lube Express..............pg. 19

Nikky’s Carpet Cleaning ..pg. 44 Palm View Golf ................. pg. 44 Pirates Landing .................pg. 25 Pure Physical Therapy........pg. 17 Tint on Wheels ..................pg. 41 Tony Roma’s .......................pg. 24 Victoria Palms Rest. ..........pg. 24 Wilder’s ...............................pg. 26

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES 47

www.wttrgv.com

... g... g n i n i h yt yth n r a e r v fo for e

FOR APPLIANCE REPAIR and Handyman- 55+ years experience, call Don at 956–584–7817. NIKKY’S CARPET CLEANING: $75 any size RV or Park Model and $25 first room, $17.50 each additional room. Great upholstery rate. Satisfaction Guaranteed. 956–266–1369.

Travel Trailers 2012 OPEN RANGE Journeyer 33’, great floorplan, 3 slides, new tires and flooring, asking $26,000, call 956–424–6660. 2002 PROWLER, EXCELLENT condition, 2 slides, anchored in beautiful Harlingen park, new AC, 2nd roof, patio cover, skirting, plumbing, $11,500 or OBO, 651-231– 0972. COMPLETE RV SERVICE center! Texas Trader RV has all your RV parts and service needs, warranties, insurance claims and all other RV service needs. Call Juan today for free estimate, 956–797 -3000. TEXAS TRADER RV will sell your RV, call Mark today for free appraisal, 956–7973000. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile homes and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956–929–3842. WE PAY TOP cash for your R.V.’s, Park Models, Mobile Homes, 5th Wheels, and cars. We leave your lot clean, 956–8672366. 2000 28’ NASH trailer, teal interior, 1 slideout, couch, dinette, 1 year old steel metal carport, 16 ft. new awning, extras, asking $7,500 OBO, call 918-633-8415 or 956-585-3805.

Wanted I BUY ANTIQUES: 50 years plus, glass, brewery, sports, linens, art, etc., call Phil on S.P.I at 563–329–0266. WANT TO BUY 2008 or newer Suburban or Yukon XL, low miles, clean, prefer 4x4, call 956-929-3842. CLEAN DIESEL PUSHERS, class B & C motor homes, Swenson RV Minot, N.D. & La Feria, TX, call Darold Swenson at 701471–2215 or 956–433–5733. GERMAN, JAPANESE, U.S WW2 MILITARIA guns, swords, helmets, medals, etc., top cash paid, collector, 712-310– 0905. DODGE DIESEL TRUCK with 4-Wheel Drive, also 25–100 horse power tractor, prefer with motor & 4-Wheel Drive, call 618–780–5824 or 618–315–0415. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile homes and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956–929–3842.

WINTER TEXAN CLASSIFIED ADS

S D A T N A W

BUSINESS AD RATES:

$20 for 15 words or less. Add 25¢ for each additional word.

UPCOMING PUBLICATION DATE

AD DEADLINE

February 9 February 2 March 31 March 25 February 16 February 9 February 23 February 16 FREE ONLINE CLASSIFIED AD March 2 February 23 WITH EVERY PRINT EDITION CLASSIFIED March 9 March 2

$ 00

20 words or less. Each additional word is 25¢. No Refunds.

Date of First Run:______________

Your Name:_________________________________

Date of Last Run:______________

Address:___________________________________ Amount Paid____________________ Phone No.(Required):___________________________ Ck.#__________ Cash WINTER TEXAN PERSONAL AD

BUSINESS AD Credit Card: MC

Your ad will be assigned to one of the following classifications. Requests for a different classification may be accommodated for a $5.00 additional charge.

Autos

Golf Carts

For Rent

Home For Sale

Garage Sales

Lots For Sale

Boats

Help Wanted

For Sale

5th Wheels

Fill In Your Classified Below.

DIS

xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-_________________

Miscellaneous Mobile Homes Motorcycles

Motor Homes

Scooters Services

Travel Trailers Wanted

Park Models

Miscellaneous Be Sure To Include Your Telephone Number or Address In The Ad!

$10.25

$11.50

$12.75

$14.00

$15.25

$16.50

$9.00

15 Words For $9.00 - Each Additional Word is 25¢ Mail this form with Check or Money Order To:

Winter Texan Times 1217 N. Conway • Mission, Texas 78572 • (956) 580-7800 Or Submit Classified Ads: • Online at www.wintertexantimes.com • E-mail to classifieds@wttrgv.com • Fax to 956-585-2304 Pay by phone with credit card. (Sorry, no ad copy by phone.)

No Refunds

FEBRUARY 2, 2017 I WINTER TEXAN TIMES