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From the Publisher Giving Thanks
It’s hard to believe it’s Thanksgiving already! But I am looking forward to getting together with friends and family. Of course, the food is always wonderful, but what I enjoy the most is the time we spend together. But Thanksgiving so much more than friends, family and great food. It’s about gratitude and truly thanking God for all He has provided. We are truly blessed to live in a country that enjoys so much freedom and opportunity. This land and this people have been greatly blessed. First, I am thankful to God – for my family, for my faith, for the Redeemer of the world, for life. It is truly amazing how blessed we are. I also want to express my gratitude to our veterans and men and women currently serving in the armed services. My son, Trent, recently retired from the Air Force after serving 21 years as an officer. It was through his years of military service and sacrifice that I truly came to appreciate – deeply appreciate – our military men and women and what they go through. It seemed he was constantly on deployment for 6 to 12 months at a time, one deployment after another overseas. After each deployment and being away from his family, it was another period of adjustment at home with a Type A military personality trying to figure out how to fit in again with his wife and children who had been managing things at home just fine without him being around. We can only imagine what adjustments they had to make. Then, just as they are getting it all together as a family – you guessed it – another deployment. Dad’s gone and Mom’s in charge, again. So, it goes without saying, I am grateful for the military families – the spouses and children who are left behind every time Dad (or Mom) is deployed on a new assignment. As a parent, I thought my pilot son was “safe” when he was assigned to fly bombing missions over Iraq. It was years See GIVING THANKS pg. 23
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Winter Texans bring Christmas joy to children Christmastime is a time many of us think of others and seek ways to help those in need – those who are less fortunate. So many children go without proper food, shelter and essential medical care every day along the border. These needs seem to be magnified at Christmas. And Winter Texans seem to have some of the biggest hearts to be found, as they organize and work together to create wonderful events to make Christmas special for needy children and their families. Following are just a couple of examples of the many, many “Operation Christmas” projects Winter Texans either organize or for which they provide indispensable support and assistance. Amigos de los Niños makes Christmas plans In 1990, the group Amigos de Los Niños de Mexico (the friends of the children of Mexico) was formed to address those needs through gifts of friendship, love, food and presents to the children of Mexico. It is the time of year when the group is looking for volunteers to help. There will be meetings open to the public at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Nov. 28, Dec. 12 and Jan. 9 (to elect new officers and board members) at First Methodist Church in Donna, located at 228 S. Main Street in Donna. During the meetings you can sign up for various committees Santa holds a child during the 2016 annual Amigos de los Niños and get more information. Christmas Party at St. Miguel School in Progreso, Mexico. See CHRISTMAS JOY pg. 19
Residents enjoy Country Jam at El Valle de la Luna/del Sol
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Jim Brommel took a step back from the mic during a musical interlude and cleared his voice. “That’s really high,” he said before stepping back up and finishing the song “Old Rugged Cross” to the applause of those in attendance. Brommel, who went on to sing a few more times during El Valle de la Luna/El Valle del Sol’s weekly Thursday Country Jam, has been singing for more than 35 years, at least in front of crowds. When he began singing, there was nobody to hear him while riding his tractor on his Iowa farm – well maybe the livestock heard him. “When they ask me what key, I tell them I sing in the key of John Deere.” Now, however, he’ll sing at 20 to 30
jams across the Rio Grande Valley before Christmas even gets here. “I’ll go all over and sing in as many jams as I can,” he said. “I’ll go to Alamo Rec, Alamo Palms, Bentsen, Pharr South – everywhere. I think the more often you sing, the better your voice becomes.” He goes for good reason – his voice is outstanding, with a range that many who are in their prime would be envious of, hitting the high notes on “How Great Thou Art,” with smooth authority. That song is difficult to sing because of its range and Brommel, who recorded it on one of two CDs he made, shows his tenor to baritone range with that song among others. At the See COUNTRY JAM pg. 24
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RGV welcomes return of Ralph Kuster’s variety musical performances Ralph Kuster’s vocal range is only surpassed by the beautiful tone of his voice and the vast number of songs he knows. Since 2012 Kuster, has performed in the Rio Grande Valley. A Canadian in the summer months, Kuster used to be a regular performer in Branson, Mo. He now looks forward to performing for Winter Texans each season in the Rio Grande Valley. His first performance of the season, “Timeless Treasures,” will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Border Theater, located at 905 N. Conway Ave. in Mission. Tickets are $10 per person. “It may sound corny but when I was a little boy, I would listen to any of the great singers and loved when they could hold the long notes,” Kuster said. “Elvis, Humperdink, Eddie Arnold – I was a teen and heavy into music. When Eddie sings the Amen in the Lord’s Prayer, he holds it for 24 seconds. I would do that over and over until I had air left at the end.” Kuster, who resides in Paradise Park in Pharr, said he’s excited about the “Timeless Treasures” show that’s a little country, a little of the classics, some rock and one Broadway song in each set. He’ll also perform a few Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin hits. On the stage with Kuster will be a screen that will flash videos and photos to
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go with each song. In fact, he has photos to coincide with all nine different types of shows he has going right now. Besides his “Timeless Treasures” show, some of the others include a Sinatra Tribute, his popular Christmas Show, an Irish performance and a Tribute to Broadway, among others. “There’s a lot of interaction with the audience,” Kuster said. “And people enjoy the photos along with so many songs. I have enough songs to do three-hour shows; it’s hard to cut back on some songs.” Some of the tunes people will hear at the Timeless Treasures performance include, “Love a Rainy Night,” “The Sound of Silence,” “Moon River,” “Please Release Me,” “Save the Last Dance,” and others by singers like Neil Diamond, Leroy Brown, Elvis and more. “I really look forward to that show,” Kuster said. “I really get into it.” Kuster started his professional career, as he puts it “late in life,” performing in front of a live audience for the first time in 2004. He had grown up singing in high school and performing in plays. Finally, he decided to chase his dream, and has found success, and plenty of joy.” He sings with several different voices and can actually impersonate the likes of Neil Diamond,
Frank Sinatra and others. Ralph Kuster’s performances in the Rio Grande Valley for December are: Dec. 2, Border Theater, Mission, New Timeless Treasures Show, 2 pm; Dec. 13, Bit O’ Heaven, Alamo, Timeless Treasures Show, 6:30 p.m., $7, 603-396-2786; Dec. 14, Casa Del Sol, Donna, Christmas Show, 7 p.m., $6 pp , 956-464-9024; Dec. 15, Winter Green Estates, Mission, Christmas Show, 6:30 p.m., $6 pp, 989-708-0921; Dec. 16, Border Theater, Mission, Christmas Show, 2 p.m., $10, 417-230-8198; Dec. 18, Tropic Winds, Harlingen, Christmas Show, 7 p.m., $6 in advance, $7 at the door, 956-423-5484; Dec. 20, Park Place, Harlingen, Christmas Show, 7 p.m., $7pp, 956-412-0375; Dec. 21, Winter Ranch, Alamo, Christmas Show, 7 p.m., $7pp, 417-293-4438; Dec. 22, Tropic Star, Pharr, Christmas Show, 7 p.m., $6 pp, 956-7875773; Dec. 23, Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, Christmas Show, 7 p.m., $7 pp, 830-765-0272. For a complete schedule of all of Ralph’s shows, go to the Wintertainers™ page at www.wintertexantimes.com. Or, just watch for his ads in the Winter Texan Times. For more information and bookings, call 417230-8198.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: Items for the Parks Calendar must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers or activity directors. Listings must come from the park and are to be submitted on the Winter Texan Times Parks Calendar Submission Form. Request this form from the Winter Texan Times office. Multiple activities may be submitted on the park’s letterhead, provided the same information is provided in the format of the Submission Form. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons or dance classes. Submission deadline is Thursday noon, one week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, P.O. Box 399, Mission, Texas 78573-0399 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes. com. Wednesday, November 22 Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-8:30am, biscuits and gravy. Church Services - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am, cookie fellowship begins at 8:30 a.m., everyone welcome, come as you are. Bluegrass Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 9-11am, coffee & goodies,
new jammers welcome. Beginning Line Dance Instruction Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am, for more information call Brenda at 956685-1111. Square Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 10am-Noon, Advance Dance. Intermediate Line Dance Instruction - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 12:30pm, for more information call Brenda at 956-685-1111. Jam - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1pm. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Carlos Canos, pass the hat. Social Hour - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Diego, pass the hat, nachos, hot-dogs, coneys, popcorn, and soft drinks available. Country Jam - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, coffee & cookies at break, everyone welcome. Karaoke - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 6:30pm. Old Time Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, Albert Mikesh, $5pp. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 7
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From pg. 6 Thursday, November 23 Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9-11am, please bring a toy for the City of Mission Police Dept. Toy Drive, last collection will be Dec. 21. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers & more. Jam & Lunch - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, Noon-3pm, lunch served 12- 1pm, jam is from 1- 3pm, everyone welcome, contact Gene at 956447-9906 or 937-241-8297. Country Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 12:30-3pm. Acoustic Jam - Citrus Village, La Feria, 1-3pm, open to all players. Jam - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, refreshments. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Reagan James, pass the hat. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7pm, Leslie Blasing, $8pp. Friday, November 24 Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, soup & salad bar. Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, serving coffee and cookies. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1pm, dessert and coffee at intermission. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, coffee & goodies, new jammers welcome. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park,
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From pg. 7 8am-Noon, no admission fee, coffee and rolls and lunch served at 11 a.m. Country Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, lunch served at 11am, for more information call 956-5841561. Jam - Weslaco Trailer Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30-3pm, everyone welcome, refreshments served. Big Band/ Rock & Roll Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1pm, dessert and coffee at intermission, musicians & vocalist by invitation only. Farmer’s Market - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-4pm, craft items, fresh fruit, vegetables, and baked items. Open Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, light lunch served for donations, all are welcome, for more information call 956-581-1705. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp. Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Drew & The Dancehall Dreamers, $6pp. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Steven May, $6pp, doors open to the public at 5:30pm, concessions and set ups available, BYOB. Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-10pm, Greyrock Band, $6pp, for more information call 320-492-6415.
Sunday, November 26 Church Services - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8:30am, Dr. Tom Cassidy, non- denominational, all welcome, communion is served last Sunday of each month. Church Services - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:30am. Non- Denominational Church Service - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 8:30am, Pastor Jesse Hernandez, bible study follows the service. Church Services - San Juan Gardens, 8:45am, Pastor Len Mitchell. Non- Denominational Church Service - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 8:45am, Pastor Robert Kracht, communion first Sunday of each month, everyone welcome. Non-denominational Worship Service - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 9-10am, Pastor Jim Troutman, communion service 1st Sunday in month. Non- Denominational Church Services - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 9am, Pastor Cliff Stewart, coffee and refreshments available at 8:30am, worship begins at 9am. Church Service - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am. Church Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am, Pastor David Squire, Communion 1st Sunday of each month, everyone welcome. See EVENTS CALENDAR pg. 9
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From pg. 8 Non- Denominational Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9am, Pastor Brian Dent. Church Service - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 9am, Pastor Charles Belecher, non- denomination. Worship Service - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 9-10am, Pastor Roy Gee, communion first Sunday of each month. Non- Denominational Church Services - Quiet Village II, Donna, 9:30-10:30am, open to the public each Sunday with Pastor Mary Chamberlin officiating, coffee served at 9am, for more information call 405-688-9338. Non-Denominational Church - PeĂąitas RV Park, PeĂąitas, 9:30am, Pastor James L. Gebhart. Church Service - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:30am, Pastor Keith White, non- denominational service, everyone welcome. Church Service - Gateway RV & MH Park, Raymondville, 9:30-10:30am, Chaplain Dick Baggett, worship services are held in the rec. hall. Church Service - Mission West RV Park, 10-11am, Pastor Vic. Community Church - Acacia RV Park, Alamo, 10-11am. Church Service - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 10:15am, Pastor Dave Tafler, in ballroom. Church Service - Pleasant Valley Re-
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Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 4:30-6pm, blackened chicken & fettucine, please call 956-585-0703 for more information. Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 5:30-7:30pm, dinner served at 4-5�30 p.m. or until gone. Bingo - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7pm. Tuesday, November 28 Square Dancing Plus - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 10am-Noon, Butch Danielski, rounds at 9:30am, Ron & Georgine Woolcock, $5pp. Jam - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 11am-2pm. Taco Tuesday - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 11:30am-1pm, all you care to eat, tacos and our famous homemade charro beans, Country Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, Noon-2:30pm, popcorn & soda for sale, BYOB. Jam - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 1-3pm, host Marion Price, coffee & cookies served, for more information call 956682-7495. Jam - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1pm, refreshments provided. Open Jam - Magnolia Village, Donna, 1-3pm, lunch & snacks available. Karaoke - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 3-5pm, M.C. Express, tips welcomed. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Lynn Dvorak, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3:30-5pm, Diego, pass the hat,
popcorn & soda for sale, BYOB. Jam - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, free, food is available for sale from 4pm-6pm. Country Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:30-7:30pm, meal served at 4 pm, variable price, free coffee and refreshments at break. Country Jam - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 6:30pm, everyone welcome. Entertainment - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6:30pm, Dale & Gayle, $6pp. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp, concessions available. Wednesday, November 29 Homemade Donuts - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-8:30am, call 956-5850703 for more information. Church Services - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am, cookie fellowship begins at 8:30 a.m., everyone welcome, come as you are. Bluegrass Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 9-11am, coffee & goodies, new jammers welcome. Beginning Line Dance Instruction Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am, for more information call Brenda at 956685-1111. Square Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 10am-Noon, Advance Dance. Intermediate Line Dance Instruction - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 12:30pm, for more information call BrenSee PARKS CALENDAR pg. 13
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COUNTRY SUNSHINE CHRISTMAS SHOWS - 7pm - $6
4 His Glory - December 9 Ambassadors of Grace – December 18
HAPPY HOUR
Regan James December 6 @ 3:00 pass the hat
NEW YEAR’S DANCE
The Coin’s – $12.50 (tickets on sale) 8pm-12:30am
KARAOKE
Nov 28 & Dec 12 M.C. Express Pass the hat
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The Border Theater
Saturday, December 2, 7-10am
417-230-8198
1601 S. Airport Drive – Weslaco, TX
All Welcome!
905 N. Conway Ave. Mission, TX
956-969-1557
2 pm • $10 pp
Welcome Winter Texans OPENBack DAILY 11 AM - 8 PM
OPEN DAILY 11 AM - 8 PM Entertainment Schedule
LIVE MUSIC Wed.Sundays • Kenaston Band Sat. • Country Music 2-6pm Starting in Music Thurs. •Nov Al Mikesh Sun. • Country 26 January 2018 Renaissance Rockers! Fri. • The Hitman Patio/Restaurant 1-5pm 1-5pm TRY OUR TEXAS SIZE PORK TENDERLOIN MOE BANDY CONCERT German Day 1-5pm More Live Music
Sundays 2-6pm MARCH SATURDAY - $45 Band♫ ♫Jolly 3 Huntsman
8:30PM DOORS OPEN Mar. 6 • Steven-May Sat. Mar.6PM 5 • 1-5pm ar. 13 • Renassiance Rockers Cod, Shrimp, or Combo FRIDAY Catfish, SOON!!! Mar. 20 • Steven Mayw/bakedCOMING beans, hush FISH Dinners Thursdays Live Music Open Easter Sunday FRY puppies, cole slaw and french fries ar. 27 • Renaissance Rockers YEAR ROUND • 1-5pm 1 Hour Tours Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. - 12pm -Seniors (62+): $10 -Adults: $12
SUNDAY LIVE MUSIC 2-6PM YEAR ROUND!
riday Catfish, Cod, Shrimp, or Combo 2 beans, Hour Tours hush Fish Dinners w/baked Tue. & Thurs. 1pm -Seniors(62+): $19 Fry puppies, cole slaw and french fries 956-581-4477 -Adults: $23 CASH ONLY
Hour Tours Reservations suggested but not 1required. 15 Tues. minimum for boat to depart for Mon. 1 hour andWed. 25 Thurs. Fri. Sat.tour - 12pm minimum for 2 hrs. Call to scheduled your -Seniors: $10 hours or to plan your group tour of 25 or more.
E. Hall Acres Rd. Paradise 301Pharr TX 78577 S. HWY. 281 Resort (Behind Estate Burger King) (Formerly Pharr Paradise Park)
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Tues., Nov. 28, Jan 30 & Feb 27 8am – 12noon • Lunch Served
EVERY SUNDAY
Church Services Non-Denominational - 10am Movies – 7pm – Starts 12/3/17 Snack Bar Open
EVERY TUESDAY
Bingo – 6:15pm Snack Bar Open at 6:00pm
EVERY THURSDAY
Karaoke – 6:30pm - Starts 12/7/17 Snack Bar Open Free Popcorn
DANCES • 7PM - 10PM Sat. Dec. 2 • Agency $10 Advance Tickets Sat. Dec 9 • Diego • $5
JAMS • 12:30PM
RIVERSIDE IN MISSION-Seniors: $19
CRAFT SHOW
Dec. 6, Jan. 3 & Feb. 7 8am-12pm • Food 11:30am
DANCE • Dec. 31st NEW YEAR’S EVE
Dance to JC Sound Machine 9pm - 12:15am Call for more information 956-580-7654
EVERY TUESDAY
All Welcome • Country Jam - 6pm Food Available 4 - 6pm
DANCE - Diego
JAN. 19th & Mar. 11 7-10pm
Lunch 11-12:30pm - Burgers & more Nov. 23 - No Jam or Lunch DINNER EVERY MONDAY 4:30-6PM
Nov. 27 • Blackened Chicken & Fettuccine Dec. 4 - All You Can Eat Pancakes & French Toast
EVERY FRIDAY LUNCH 11-12:30PM Nov. 24, Dec. 8 & 22 • Soup & Salad Bar Dec. 1, 15 & 29 - Pizza & Salad
DANCES EVERY FRIDAY 7-10PM Nov. 24 - Rewind - $10.00 Dec. 1 - Renaissance Rockers - $10.00 Tickets on sale - Singles Welcome
CRAFT SALE Sat., Dec. 9 - 8am - 12noon Biscuits & Gravy 7- 8:30am Lunch Burger & More 11-12:30pm NEW YEAR’S EVE Daddy D Three Dec. 31 - 8:30pm - 12am $15 w/ late lunch Tickets Sales start Dec. 8 All EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Peggy Creach, Co-Director Kathy Tyler, Co-Director 956-585-0703
CASA DEL SOL JAMS - Begins Dec. 8 Lunch $5 - 10:45am Music - 12noon
SHOWS – 7PM
Dec. 11 – Back Pack Benefit w/Butch – Donation Dec. 14 – Ralph Kuster Christmas Show - $6 Jan. 4 – Bill Chrastil -$6 Jan. 11 – Cook Brothers Veterans Benefit - Donation
NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATION! Dec. 31 – Route 66 $12 - 8pm
DANCES – 7PM
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Beverly Girardot Activity Team
Joe & Kathy Compton, Activity Directors 400 N. Val Verde Rd. - Donna, TX 78537
CONCERT - FEB. 9th
956-223-9359 - Del Briggs
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COUNTRY JAM Every Thursday - 12:30-3pm
Dec. 7 – Route 66 - $7 Jan. 22 – Butch Danielske Hoedown - $5 Jan. 25 – The Classics - $6
Every Wed. Variety w/ Bob Dollie Starts 1/3/18 Every Thurs. Rock N Roll w/ Howard O. Bedient - Starts 12/17/17 Snack Bar Open at 11:30am
-Adults: $12
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HAPPY HOUR • 3-5PM
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All welcome. Concessions open. Margarita Set-up
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DANCES: Texas Wheels - $6 Every Tuesdays at 7pm Dec. 8 - Route 66 - $5 Dec. 22 - Diego - $5 Entertainment Dec. 14 - 6pm Vance Greek - $7 Dec. 17 - 5:30 pm Shannon Bunch - $6 Dec. 21 Ralph Kuster-7pm Christmas Show- $7 KARAOKE Saturdays 1- 4pm NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER AND DANCE Jeff Gordon - Elvis and More Elvis look alike contest tickets available FOR MORE INFO. CALL:
(956) 783-4587
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1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco, TX
956-968-0322
Happy Hour Dances 3-4:30PM Mon.-Diego Saurina Tuesday-Lynn Dvorak Wednesday-Carlos Canas Thursday-Regan James Friday-Johnny D
Saturday Night Dances (7-10PM)
Nov. 25 Drew & The Dancehall Dreamers $6 PP Dec. 9 Smokin’ Gun $6 PP Dec. 16 Ron & Nancy $6 PP New Year’s Eve Dance • Dec. 31 With Diego Tickets go on sale during all Happy Hours from 3 - 4:30pm starting Wed, Dec 6. Limited Tickets & No tickets sold at door. $15pp
CRAFT SALE
Saturday, December 2, 8AM-12PM PUBLIC WELCOME! Shannon Clugston, Activity Director 417-499-3395
The Crowning Touch
(956)782-3263
*Schedule Subject to Change*
Nov. 29 • Diego • Pass the hat
FRIDAY - DANCE - 7PM Dec. 5 • “2 Wheel Drive Country” $5 Dec. 15 • “Variety “Pelican West” $9 Margarita and Soda Set-ups. Free Popcorn and ice. BYOB. Concession Open
CRAFT FAIR
Saturday, Dec. 9 • 8am- 12noon
ROCKIN NEW YEAR’S EVE
Dec. 31 - $20 -7pm
Photo Booth, Hors d’ oeuvres and various snacks, concessions open. Come join us & Rock Star Denied for a fabulous NYE celebration.
SUNDAY CONCERTS 7-9PM • $13 & $14
Jan. 14 • Neon Circus Brooks & Dunn Tribute Jan. 28 • Mirage Tribute to Fleetwood Mac Feb. 11 • Randy Linder Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival Feb. 25 • One of those nights Tribute to The Eagles Mar. 11 • Surfin’ The Beach Boys Tribute Singles welcome! All events held in the ballroom For Information on all events call: 956-782-3263
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Saturday Night DANCES Steven May– November 25 - $6 Jealous Heart– December 2 - $5 Steven May– Decemeber 9 - $5 Concessions & Setups Available 7 pm to 10 pm • BYOB ENTERTAINMENT • 7pm Razz-Ma-Tazz December 14 - $5
Lindley Creek – (Christmas) • Dec 21 - $8 Tickets available in advance or at the Door
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November 25 8 am to 12 noon
800 SH 495 Alamo, TX 78516 956-685-5300 Terry & Gayle Steinbeck Activity Directors
1401 S. Cage Blvd. Pharr • 956-787-5773
Dances – 7pm Doors Open at 6:15 Dec. 8 - Smokin’ Guns Dec. 15 - Ralph and the Cruisers
Craft Show • Dec. 1 7:30am - 12 Noon
Christmas Show - 7pm Doors open 6:15
Dec. 22 - Ralph Kuster New Year’s Eve’s Dance Dec. 31 • Smokin’ Guns
SQUARE DANCING With Joe & Chris Saltel November-March
For more information
Call 956-283-7581 www.joesaltel.com
ROUND DANCING with Ron and Georgine Woolcock 360-789-8657 Randy and Rose Wulf 360-561-8999 Ron & Cheryl Schimmel Activity Directors
CRAFT SHOWS
1st Saturday of the Month December - March • 9 am-1 pm
CAFE OPEN FOR BREAKFAST
CHRISTMAS SHOW
DANCES
HAPPY HOUR
7:30 am - Lunch 11:30 am Local Artists’
Razz-Ma-Tazz December 2 @ 2pm $5
Dec. 1 - Diego - $6 Dec. 15 - Diego - $6 Dec . 31 - Jul & The Chrome Wheels NEW YEARS DANCE - $TBD Jan. 12 - Diego - $6 Jan. 19 - Leslie Blasing - $7
Diego - December 13 3pm - pass the hat
SHOW FOR 2017
Dec 13 - Leslie Blasing - $8 (Christmas Show) Dec. 20 - Ralph Kuster - $7 (Christmas Show) Jan. 3 - Williamson Branch - $6
JAMS
NEW YEAR’S DANCE
Showtime – $12.50 (tickets on sale) 8:30pm - 12:30am
CHURCH SERVICES Every Sunday @ 9am
GARAGE SALE
Saturday, December 9, 7-10am
CRAFT SHOW
Every Wednesday - 2pm-4pm Country Music, Concession Available
Tuesday, December 12, 8-12noon All Welcome! Vendors Wanted.
A Division of Wilder Corporation 5401 W. Bus. 83 • Harlingen (956) 412-0375
1501 S. Airport Dr. - Weslaco, TX
956-968-3140
Division of Wilder’s Corporation
Dances FRIDAY Public DANCES 7-10PM • $5 Every Friday 7-10pm Mar. 25 • Route 66 • $6
NOV. 24 • Sweetwater NIGHT DANCES DEC. 1FRIDAY • Steven May and the Southern Knights DEC. 8 • Bottomline ALL SUMMER COME JOIN US! DEC. 15 • Jealous Heart Sweetwater BYOB • Singles Welcome
Apr. 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2, &ofOct. 1st Saturday the 7 Month Jealous Heart Dec. 2 • 8 am till 12 noon Apr. 8, May 13, June 10,SALE July 8, Aug. 12, RUMMAGE Sept. 9, & Oct. 14 DEC. 2 • 7am-12pm Route 66 ENTERTAINMENT • 7 pm Apr.DEC. 15, June 17, July & Sept. 3 • Razz Ma29, Tazz • $6 16 Marshall Law Band DEC. 12 • La Dawn • $6 Apr.Year’s 22 & May 20 New Dance Diego Dec 31st, 8-Midnight Apr.May 29, and Maythe 27,Southern June 24,Knights July 22,• $16 Steven Light Aug. 19,Breakfast Sept. 23, served & Oct. 28 Gun Rd 501 Smoking W. Owassa July 15, Aug. 26, Oct. 21 Pharr, Texas&78577 George Outlaws & The Texas 956-787-6538 CRAFT SALE/RUMMAGE SALE
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2215 East West Blvd., Mercedes, Texas
RV & MOBILE HOME PARK
Linda Anklam Activity Director • 956-565-1506
1051 W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna, TX 78537
Llano Grande Upcoming Events Nov. 24 - Dec. 6, 2017
TUESDAYS
Online Tickets Now Available for shows only, starting Nov. 1 at www.hyneseventcenter.com
SPECIAL CONCERTS
Dance to Diego
January 25, 2018 Mirage
December 6 • Wednesday 5pm
Karaoke with Harry & Judith Bar and Concessions Available
Nov. 24 & Dec. 1 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Jam Session Rec Hall
Bar and Concessions Available
out of park tickets sold one week prior
CRAFT SHOW
Wednesday , December 6 Coffee and Donuts, Lunch available
ALL EVENTS LOCATED IN THE HYNES EVENT CENTER
FRIDAY NIGHT DANCES
Tribute to the Eagles
7-10 pm * Popcorn/soda for sale Nov 24 * Steve May and the Southern Knights * $6
$13, $14, $15 - Evening 7pm
SUNDAY KARAOKE
& Matinee 2pm available
EVERY SUNDAY * 5 pm * All Welcome
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CRAFT SALES 2ND FRIDAYS Second Friday Each Month 8am - NOON
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PATIO SALES 2ND SATURDAY Second Saturday Each Month 8am - NOON
1501 S. Airport Dr. - Weslaco, TX
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COUNTRY SUNSHINE
Tribute Concerts 2018 January 11, 2018 Neon Circus, Brooks & Dunn Tribute
February 8, 2018 Randy Linder,
A Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival
March 8, 2018 Surfin’, The Beach Boys Tribute, $13, $14, $15, Evening 7pm & Matinee 2pm available Tickets are on Sale Mon.-Fri. @ Country Sunshine every week.
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a toy for the City of Mission Police Dept. Toy Drive, last collection will be Dec. 21. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers & more. Jam & Lunch - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, Noon-3pm, lunch served 12- 1pm, jam is from 1- 3pm, everyone welcome, contact Gene at 956447-9906 or 937-241-8297. Country Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 12:30-3pm. Country Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 1pm, featuring Chuck Mathis. Acoustic Jam - Citrus Village, La Feria, 1-3pm, open to all players. Jam Sessions - W&I Resort, Mission, 1-3pm, cookies, bars, and popcorn, sloppy joes will be served from 11:30 am12:30 pm, all jammers and listeners are welcome. Jam - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, refreshments. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Reagan James, pass the hat. Panckae Supper - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6pm, BYOTS, coffee will be served, for more information call 605949-1050. Supper - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-6:30pm, Lasagna Night. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, coffee & cookies available for free will donation, pop & ice cream bars for sale, for more information call 254-449-4568. Dance - Mission Bell Resort/
Tradewinds, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp. Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $6pp, doors open at 6:30pm, BYOB, ice, pop, & popcorn available. Friday, December 1 Patio Sale - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7am-Noon, open to public, outdoors throughout the park. Breakfast - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7:30-9am, breakfast tacos, coffee included, $ Craft Sale - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 8am-Noon, breakfast & lunch served, homemade pies also available. Craft Sale & Flea Market - Chimney Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, large variety of items, breakfast & lunch available & home baked items, for more information call 956-585-5061. Patio Sale/ Bake Sale - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8am-Noon, for more information call 503-593-1457. Park Wide Patio Sale - Quiet Village II, Donna, 8am-Noon. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11-12:30am, pizza & salad. Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, serving coffee and cookies. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1pm, dessert and coffee at intermission. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, coffee & goodies, new jammers welcome. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park,
Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Johnny D, pass the hat. Jam Sessions - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, refreshments available at 4:30 pm and jam starts at 5:30 pm. Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6-8pm. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Renaissance Rockers, $10pp, singles are welcome. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $6pp, BYOB and concession. Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Ralph & The Cruisers, $7pp, popcorn and soda for sale, BYOB. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Vance Greek, $6pp advanced tickets, $7pp at the door, doors open at 6pm. Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Renaissance Rockers, $10pp. Saturday, December 2 Garage Sale - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7-10am, breakfast available. Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9am, every Saturday. Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, menu varies weekly, $4pp, bring own place-setting, for more information call 956-585-5061. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 16
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Nov. 23-Jan. 1: Santa Claus is coming to town in the Holiday Village in Brownsville, located at Dean Porter Park. Admission is free to the Village and Village hours are from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Nov. 26: The McAllen Town Band Association presents the Town Band Chamber Ensemble Concert from 3- 5 p.m. at the McAllen Public Library Auditorium, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen. Members will perform music from baroque to contemporary. Free admission. Nov. 27: The McAllen Wind EnsemServing Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 ble will perform at 5 p.m. for the City of Vol. 31, No. 1 © 2017-2018 www.wttrgv.com Thursday, October 19, annual 2017 Lighting of the ChristMcAllen’s mas Tree at the McAllen Convention Welcome back, Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd., Winter Texans Local resorts report increased reservations again this year McAllen. Welcome back, Don Wilson remembers when he and folks. Nov. 30-Dec. 3: The University of his wife Jeni were making their first stint It seems like it’s as park managers a few years ago at BentTexas Rio Grande Valley’s department been forever since sen Palm Village RV Resort in Mission. you were here with They oversaw the park, which has apof theatre will perform Get Out and Play: us enjoying the proximately 245 RV spaces. great weather and “The park would be full and there A Play About Playing at the Theater for abundance of fun would be a waiting list of as many as 30 Young Audiences from Thursday, Nov. activities in the people wanting to get in,” Wilson said. Rio Grande Valley. “That’s a good problem to have.” 30 to Sunday, Dec. 3. Performances will While it’s been a Jim Brunson The Wilsons, who moved to the Valbusy summer, weus are always for a ley from Las Vegas, then took a few years Follow oneager facebook.com/wintertexantimes be held Thursday through Saturday, Nov. new Winter Texan season to begin. off to travel in 2011 and came back in
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12:30-3pm. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30-3pm, everyone welcome, refreshments served. Farmer’s Market - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-4pm, craft items, fresh fruit, vegetables, and baked items. Entertainment - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 2pm, Razz-Ma-Tazz, $5pp. Entertainment - Oleander Acres, Mission, 6-8pm, Barb 7 Larry of 2 Wheel Drive, $5pp, doors open at 5:30 pm, tickets available at the door, for more information call 503-5931457. Open Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, light lunch served for donations, all are welcome, for more information call 956581-1705. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart, $5pp, doors open to the public at 5:30pm, concessions and set ups available, BYOB. Dance - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7-10pm, Solitaire, $6pp, doors open 1 hour before, soda, ice, and popcorn, BYOB. Dance - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Joseph & Melissa Lockhart, $5pp. Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-10pm, Art’s DJ, $5pp. Dance - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7-10pm, Albert Mikesh Band, $5pp. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7:30-10:30pm, Beers, $7.50pp, popcorn and ice provided, BYOB.
30-Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. and at 2 p.m., Sunday. Nov. 28 & Dec. 5,12: The Border Theater Big Band performs every Tuesday night from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the theater, located at 905 N. Conway Ave. in Mission. Admission is free and the dance floor is open. Nov. 30 & Dec. 1: The City of Harlingen and Harlingen Convention Bureau will hold the Lighting of the Arroyo at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30 at McKelvey Park, located at 1325 D. 77 Sunshine Strip in Harlingen. Call (956) 423-5440 for more information. There will be free admission and parking, food vendors, holiday performance and activities. The Christmas Parade will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 beginning on Jackson St. in downtown Harlingen. Nov. 30 & Dec. 1: The City of Edinburg, the Edinburg EDC and the Edinburg Chamber will hold its night of lights parade on Friday, Dec. 1 at the City of Edinburg Courtyard, located at 415 W. University Dr. The event kicks off Thursday, See EVENTS CALENDAR pg. 17
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Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. with the lighting of the tree. The parade takes place at 6 p.m. beginning on the corner of Unviersity Dr. and Sugar Road and ends at the Hidalgo County Courthouse parking lot. For more information call (956) 383-4974. Dec. 1: The City of South Padre Island and the SPI Convention Center will hold its Christmas Parade at 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 1. The route will be from Mars Ave. to Kingfish Ave. on South Padre Island. Dec. 1: The City of Pharr will holds its Christmas Posada from 6 p.m.- 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 in downtown Pharr. There will be snow, ice-skating, Christmas music by Clueless and food. The event is free. Dec. 1: The City of McAllen will hold its Christmas in the Park and Candlelight Posada from 5 p.m. To 11 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 and from noon to midnight on Saturday, Dec. 2 in McAllen Municipal Park, 1921 N.Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen. Music will be performed by Jimmy Gonzalez y Grupo Mazz and Los Musicales on Dec. 1. Solido will perform Dec. 2. The Dallas Cowboys Hall of Fame Museum, the Budweiser Clydesdales and Heart of America Carnival will also be on hand for the event. Call (956) 681-3333 for more information. Dec. 1-2: The UTRGV Opera The-
ater will perform “The Ugly Princess” as part of its Special Event Series at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 and Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Performing Arts Complex, located at 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for seniors and students with ID. Call (956) 882-7025 for more information. Dec. 1-Jan. 1: The Hidalgo Festival of lights will be held the entire month of December at various locations throughout the city of Hidalgo but 704 E. Texano Dr. is a good starting location. Hidalgo Festival of Lights is the largest lighting display in Texas with more than 3 million lights and more than 500 large lighted displays on a 3-mile trail through Hidalgo. Open Narrated Trolley rides, entertainment, food and more. Tickets are $12 for the dinner package, $5 for the trolley tours and $1.25 for rides. Call (956) 843-5311 for more information. Dec. 2: The Mcallen Holiday Parade will be held, Saturday, Dec. 2 beginning at 6 p.m. The parade begins at 6 p.m. At McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadiunm, 2001 N. Bicentennial Blvd., where reserved seating is available, and heds south to U.S. Business 83 where free seating is available along the route on a first-come, first-serve basis. Tickets available at the Mcallen Conention Center Box Office.
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From pg. 1 A caravan will take items to Progreso, Mexico on Dec. 23 and the celebration with the children is held Christmas day. Here are some ways to be involved: − become an Amigo member − help on Christmas day − join the caravan − make a donation − gather needed items − party with Los Niños Here is a list of needed items: crayons (24 to a box), 1 subject ruled notebook, pencils (No. 2, not sharpened), stuffed toys (no more than 12 inches tall) and toys for boys and girls up to 12 years of age. Bring these items to the meeting. For more information or if you have questions, call Carol Schnase, publicity chairperson at (956) 332-8855. Christmas for the Needy underway at Lakewood RV Resort As residents return to parks all over the Rio Grande Valley, it’s a reminder that winter is closing in. At Lakewood RV Park in Harlingen, it’s also a reminder that it’s time to prepare for the annual Christmas for the Needy Program, celebrating its 25th year. Christmas for the Needy will provide a happy holiday for a dozen or more needy families whose children attend Stuart Place Elementary School. Many Lake-
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wood residents mentor students at the school, a program that started with the Lakewood RV Worship Committee. Fundraisers for the project include a Soup for the Needy Luncheon & Bake Sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 at Lakewood RV Resort, located at 4525 Graham Road in Harlingen. The event is open to the public. There will also be a Dance for the Needy, a Square Dance/Round Dance for the Needy, a quilt raffle and a Nativity Scene raffle. The quilt has been designed by the park’s quilting ladies. The Nativity Scene is carved by hand from wood by a former resident. Raffle tickets are on sale now and will be sold at fundraising events, with the drawing held Monday, Dec. 11 – and the winner need not be present to win. The Dance for the Needy will be held from 2 to 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 2. Western and ballroom dance music will be performed. The Square Dance/Round Dance for the Needy will be held from 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 3, hosted by callers Nick Harley and Shirley Heiny. Following the fundraisers, the Stuart Place school children and their families visit the resort for fun with the residents and, of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus. Cookies, punch and fellowship will be provided along with groceries, gifts and a handmade quilt for each child.
“We receive a warm sense of the season in our hearts, serving God in His work,” said Donna Wright, Lakewood resident and Christmas for the Needy chairperson. For more information call Donna Wright at (269) 806-1428. Contact the Winter Texan Times We’d like to know what your park or group is doing to make Christmas special for those less fortunate. Is your group doing something for others during the Christmas holiday? Are you looking for volunteers? Do you want to invite others to participate in your “Operation Christ-
mas” event? Let us know at the Winter Texan Times. Email news@wintertexantimes.com to send us information about what you or your group are doing for other this Christmas season. And be sure to send us photos and a brief description after you hold your park’s “Operation Christmas” events so we can share your stories in the newspaper and online at www.wintertexantimes. com. Thank you for making Christmas merry for so many children in the Rio Grande Valley and Mexico! God bless you all!
Families gather to collect school items, receive Christmas presents and celebrate Christmas during the annual Amigos de los Ninos 2016 Christmas Party at St. Miguel School in Progreso, Mexico.
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Swing Street Big Band set for 18th season
Some people enjoy listening to the music performed by the Swing Street Big Band. Others just can’t sit still. They want to hit the dance floor when the 18-piece dance/ show band kicks off its 18th season from 3 to 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 3 at the Texas Theater Ballroom, located at 115 E Newcombe Ave. in Pharr. Started by Winter Texans, the band has evolved over the years and is currently made up mostly of active and retired music educators from around the Valley, including a few Winter Texans. Consisting of five saxes, four trumpets, four trombones, piano, bass, drums, guitar and female vocalist, several of the musicians are actually directors of award winning high school bands from the area and bring a wealth of the talent and experience to complete the full big band sound. The band plays music ranging from the early big band days of Glenn Miller’s “In The Mood,” to the music that will bring you back to the days of your high school dances
and “sock hops.” “We like to cater to our audience and we’re happy to take requests from our music library,” said band leader Bob Comeau. “We have two kinds of fans that follow the band. First we have the dancers that range from “seasoned ballroom dancers” to folks who just enjoy being on the dance floor and moving to the music. Secondly, we have listeners who just come to enjoy the big band sound and watch the dancers, while enjoying their favorite beverage with friends.” The band has added four new venues to the regular stops they have played for years. Those include Aladdin Villas and Leisure Valley Ranch in Mission, Alamo Rose in Alamo and the Texas Theater Ballroom in Pharr. Swing Street will also present two “Big Band Christmas Shows” this year at Bentsen Grove Resort in Mission at 7 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 10, and at Aladdin Villas at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17.
Swing Street Band Schedule Sunday, Dec. 3, 3 to 5:30 p.m., Texas Theater Ballroom, Pharr (Dance) Sunday, Dec. 10, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Bentsen Grove, Mission (Christmas Show) Sunday, Dec. 17, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Aladdin Villas, Mission (Christmas Show) Sunday, Dec. 31, NYE 8:30 to 12:30 p.m., Leisure Valley, Mission (Dance) Sunday, Jan. 7, 7 to 10 p.m., Victoria Palms, Donna (Dance) Saturday, Jan. 13, 8 to 11 p.m., Cottonwood Country Club, Harlingen (Dance) Sunday, Jan. 21, 3 to 5:30 p.m., Texas Theater Ballroom, Pharr (Dance) Friday, Jan. 26, 7 to 10 p.m., Alamo Rose, Alamo (Dance) Saturday, Feb. 3, 7 to 10 p.m., Aladdin Villas, Mission (Dance) Friday, Feb. 23, 7 to 10 p.m., Bentsen Grove, Mission (Dance) Sunday, Feb. 25, 3 to 5:30 p.m., Texas Theater Ballroom, Pharr (Dance) Saturday, March 3, 7 to 10 p.m., Aladdin Villas, Mission (Dance) Tuesday, March 6, 7 to 10 p.m., Fun “N Sun, San Benito (Dance) Sunday, March 11, 3 to 5:30 p.m., Texas Theater Ballroom, Pharr (Dance)
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The McAllen Wind Ensemble will celebrate with the City of McAllen at the Lighting of the Christmas tree at 6 p.m., Nov. 27 at the McAllen Convention Center. Admission is free and the event is open to the public.
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La Hacienda’s Big Band Jam in Alamo did not disappoint! It took me back to the days when I was a young bride and Lawrence Welk came on television Saturday nights. My mother-in-law stopped whatever she was doing to listen to the sweet
Vern Denman on trombone.
sounds of the music. No interruptions, please! Trumpet player Del Hickey, had the stage when I arrived – half an hour after the jam started. He was backed by a band of eight performers that included
Gerry Rutherford plays Waltz” on the flugelhorn.
“Tennessee
two trumpets, a saxophone, an accordion, two electric guitars and a keyboard. Del was playing “The Best Things in Life Are Free.” Del was followed by Ted Begeman, who gave a lively rendition of “Ain’t Misbehavin.” Then Gerry Rutherford played “Mr. Sandman” on his trumpet and also sang a few verses. After the break, he returned with “Tennessee Waltz,” on his flugelhorn. Not only did he play, he also sang several verses of “Tennessee Waltz” including one I had never heard before about the girlfriend wearing a paper dress to the Fireman’s Ball where the sports section of the dress caught on fire revealing all.” “Tennessee Waltz” was my mother’s favorite song but I never heard her sing that verse!
Claudette Schafer sang “Music, Music, Music!” and “Put your Arms Around Me.” Guitarist Bruce Wutzke followed, singing and playing “Miles and Miles of Texas.” He also sang Conway Twitty’s version of “It’s Only Make Believe.” Roger Steiger, alto sax, played “Stranger on the Shore.” He also played Tommy Dorsey’s “Let’s Get Away From It All.” Later he played “Deep Purple” on his soprano saxophone. Eloise Rutherford played some number on the keyboard, followed by John Kujda, on the accordion playing “Litchenstein Polka.” Trombone player Vern Denman entertained the audience with “Moon Glow” and “Indiana,” and “Georgia,” which brought back old memories.
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ism. That’s just what our servicemen and women do. It’s their “job.” They do it so well, we take it for granted. They’ll tell you it’s what they signed up to do – to protect our nation and our freedom wherever they are called to serve. I am grateful and I do not take for granted what so many have died and sacrificed to protect. God bless America! (And Canada too!) Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
From pg. 1 later before my son told us about the near misses as anti-aircraft artillery tried to bring his bomber down – including a harrowing experience I may share at a later time. And in typical military style modesty, it was only during Trent’s retirement ceremony that I learned of many of his accomplishments and acts of hero-
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From pg. 1 country jam he also performed both “Old Rugged Cross” and “Make the World Go Away.” The park also hosts a Polka Jam on Wednesdays from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Vanessa Vargas, one of two property managers at El Valle de la Luna/El Valle del Sol, said that jam will start in December and usually packs the building. You can find Brommel there as well. Since he’s a resident there – now going on 32 seasons – it only makes sense for him to perform on his home turf. But he’s been all over the Rio Grande Valley when it comes to singing. He’s performed in Mercedes, sang “Silent Night” at his church, Our Lady of Guadalupe, and routinely performed at the annual Amateur Night at the old McAllen Convention Center. “I remember getting standing ovations there, quite often,” he said. “That was always such a good time. I went there 10 straight years.” Brommel said his parents moved to the Valley in 1972. They sold one of their Iowa farms to him and another to his brother. He and his wife, Margaret, had six children – three boys and three girls. Five of them still live “up there” as Brommel put it, but the other one lives in Austin. Brommel also has 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He said Christmas is usually a special time with Eagle Pass Gambling 2 Days
“I gotta get more Christmas presents,” he joked. “I don’t need anything but they’ll usually get me a card for a restaurant to go eat. That’s fine because I was born hungry.” While the Winter Texan season is just – like in baseball terms – in spring training, there weren’t too many performers at the show, it didn’t lack quality by any means. John Ecken, in his black cowboy hat and guitar, had a great time singing “Lord It’s Hard To Be Humble” while LeRoy and Virginia Kuhlers sang, among other songs, “Jingle Bells.” “That song was actually written for Thanksgiving,” LeRoy said. “People think it’s for Christmas but not originally.” Earlier, the couple, from Ankeny, Iowa and residents of W & I Resort in Mission, sang “Hey Good Looking,” which closed with a Virginia solo on the accordion. Toy Drive The park is also collecting toys for the Mission Police Department Toy Drive. The toys can be dropped off during office hours at the activities building, located at 2500 E. Business Hwy. 83. Vargas said toys will be accepted until Dec. 20. Call 956-585-5704 for more information. Check out the Winter Texan Times website at www.wintertexantimes.com and click on the Parks Calendar to see when El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna has its different events and jams.
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1BDRM, 1000 SQ. FT. Home, cute cottage style home in Rockport, TX, fenced yard, pets negotiable, open floor plan, fully furnished, including dishes and linens, long or short term, owner flexible, call 415218-0334. CONDO FOR RENT- BRING suitcase while you are renting a completely furnished condo on a golf course in Mission, Texas. Call 956-279-3545 for more information.
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4’X22” CHERRY COLOR DESK, plate glass top, 3 drawers, pull out for computer, 3 years old, cost new was $350, asking $150, call 875-939-1558 or 815-566-6111. FOR SALE 43 LOT RV & trailer park, includes 8 park models & two MH, all furnished, located in an excellent location close to Dr and shopping, call 641-660 -2560 for more information. FOR SALE 40 BICYCLES and 5 adult trikes, reconditioned, come look them over and try them out, I also take bikes and trikes on trade- ins, call Neal at 956 -379-5423.
Golf Carts
TROJAN: T875 $127.00, T105 $116.00, T1275 $185.00, New 2018 Yamaha’s w/ lights and tops $5,900 4 year warranty Gas 2013 EFI $3,600.00, Carb $3,300, Electric 2015 Yamaha $3,200 Electric 2014 Club Car Prec $ 3,195 Call: 956-580-3370.
CONDO FOR SALE, MONTE Cristo 55+ Community, HOA, clean and nice 1 bedroom, 1 bath, small workshop, storage room, covered carport, by appointment, call 913-568-6102 for more information. HOUSE FOR SALE, DOUBLE Wide Mobile and lot in Valley View Estates with attached 2 car garage, large deck and RV rental lot, call 916-813-9635 for more information. CUSTOM BRICK HOME IN Brownsville, over 55 gated community, enclosed A/C sun-porch overlooking Resaca, 3 bdrm/ 2bth, all appliances, cultured marble bathroom fixtures, extra- large garage with A/C workshop, partially furnished, lots of storage and many more extras, $179,500, call 956-371-4917.
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RV LOT FOR SALE, Retama Village, 40x80 lot, 30x60 concrete pad, deluxe finished Coach House, professionally built 16x16 pergola, fully furnished, patio furniture & gas grill, call 605-390-1814 or piked@midco.net for information. RV EQUIPMENT FOR SALE, Heavy Duty Master- Tow Dolly with surge brake, straps $1,000, Blue Ox Tow bars & Brake Buddy equipment minus base plate, $500, call 609-540-0704 for more information. 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 -5451118.
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PHARR SOUTH MOBILE HOME Park 55 + gated community, 1402 S. Cage, privately owned homes & lots, open house first weekend every month, December thru April, 1- 4pm, for more information call 956-283-8764 or www. pharrsouthforsale.com. ADOBE WELLS 55 MOBILE park, owner owned, 2/2 fully updated, all stainless
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COUPON INDEX 2nd Street Bistro......................pg. 14 All About Floors. ......................pg. 26 Ann’s Rest.................................pg. 15 Air Control A/C & Heating, Inc. .............................pg. 21 Costa Messa .............................pg. 14 Denny’s .....................................pg. 14
Dr. Santana Clinic ....................pg. 21 Encore ......................................pg. 04 Gattis Pizza .............................. pg. 21 Golf Cart Crossing ................... pg. 6 Lee Peep....................................pg. 15 Nikky’s Carpet Cleaning ........pg. 17 Tint on Wheels ........................pg. 21 Victorias Restraunt .................pg. 15 Wilder’s......................................pg. 28
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appliances, fully furnished, screen porch, deck, 70 ft. garage with electric door, 2 driveways, golf cart included, a must see, $78,500, call 309-369-5371 for more information. 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 -5451118. GREAT MOBILE, REDUCED PRICE, 2007 Mobile Home 16x56, 2BD/ 1.5 BA, well maintained, fully furnished, king bed, large lot with fruit trees, front and back covered decks and parking, insulated 10x12 finished shed, 4-seat golf cart included, price in mid 20’s, call 217-390 -5748, great value, make an offer. 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 UPDATED DOUBLEWIDE, 3BR/ 2 Bath furnished, garage, carport, patio, many extras, nice pool, gated, $84,900, own your lot, no lot rent, HOA $50/mo, call Marlene at 913 -708-3552.
Motor Homes
2003 ALLEGRO 32 FT., 2 slides, in good condition, $22,900, also 2011 Honda CRV tow car with tow $33,000, call 585 -8137218 or can be seen at Canyon Lake RV Resort, #381.
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