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See Pg. 33 Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 31, No. 14 © 2017-2018 www.wttrgv.com Thursday, January 25, 2018 WinterFest makes return to Schlitterbahn with great lineup

World-class bloodless bullfight at Santa Maria

La Gloria, Texas – If you’ve never been to a bloodless bullfight, now’s yourchance. This is something you can experience only in deep South Texas and almost no other place in the U.S. Former matador Fred Renk loves the

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Vote for Entertainers of the Year Who will be the winners this year? Each year we ask Winter Texans to help us choose the top entertainer who perform in the Winter Texan resorts in the Rio Grande Valley. Now is your chance to vote for your favorites so they can receive the top awards at the annual Valley Star Awards Show, which is organized and hosted by Robert and Billie Ferguson. We tally your votes and announce the winners at the show. A ballot listing the nominees for Entertainer or Group of the Year overall, Male Vocalist of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year and eight other awards appears on page 14 of today’s edition of the Win-

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art of bullfighting and hosts bloodless bullfights at the Santa Maria Bullring in La Gloria, Texas each winter season featuring premier matadors who are famous in Mexico for their bullfighting skills. “The season opener on Saturday, Jan. 27, will feature two of the best matadors from the Republic of Mexico, Manolo Martinez and Leal Montalvo, and it is with great pride that they are to appear at the Santa Maria Bullring,” Renk said. In the United States bullfights are much different than in other countries because the bulls are not killed or injured. In other countries, the bull is first weakened by a picador, who spears the bull to draw first blood. Bloodless bullfighting is much more dangerous for the matador, and several matadors have been tossed or injured at the Santa Maria Bullring, including Renk’s own son, David Renk. As Ernest Hemingway said, “Bullfighting is the only art in which the artist is in danger of death and in which the degree of brilliance in the performance is left to the fighter’s honour.”

Watch for the peg leg pirate aboard the Mission Bell/Trade Winds citrus float in the Texas Citrus Fiesta Parade of Oranges on Saturday, Jan. 27. The lady designers, along with a number of volunteers at the two parks, are busy putting the final touches See CITRUS FLOAT pg. 36

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Pirate guards Mission Bell/ Sewing With the Stars takes place Friday, Saturday Trade Winds Citrus Float

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Renk explained that this season’s fighting bulls are of pure Spanish blood, from El Colminar Viejo, a breeding ranch ranked among the best of the best in the world. See SANTA MARIA pg. 37

Nancy Erickson, Arlie Stolle and Marilyn Causey pose with the pirate that will be the centerpiece of their Texas Citrus Fiesta float.

Everyone knows about the show “Dancing With the Stars.” Now there’s “Sewing With the Stars,” and the sewing lineup is comparatively as great as any “Dancing With the Stars” lineup over the years. The 36th Annual Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild’s Quilt Show – “Sewing With the Stars” – will be held at the South Padre Island Convention Centre on Friday and Ricky Tims Saturday, Jan. 26-27. The show will held 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Admission for adults is $10 for a day or $15 for both days; ages 13-17 are $5 per day and children 12 and under get in for free. There will be 30 vendors selling quilting-related merchandise. A fashion show will show off the quilted wearables. A Community Service room will have sewing machines available for show guests to sit, relax and sew a block, or a few, See SEWING pg. 33

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Spittin’ Image

Spittin’ Image escapes Ohio for sun, fun of Texas

Don’t get Blain Swabb wrong – don’t misunderstand what he’s saying. Blain loves Ohio. It’s where he and his brother Brian were born and raised – and still live – in Greenville, Ohio near Dayton. Blain is quick to praise the virtues of spring, summer and fall in Southwest Ohio, where the seasons are completely different. Then there’s winter – and that’s why Blain and Brian, identical twin entertainers known as “Spittin’ Image” are in Florida right now and will soon be making their way to Valley for the second straight year with 20 performances in 30 days. “Believe me, however cold it gets in Florida and Texas, it’s still warmer than Ohio,” Blain said. “I can’t stand dealing with the snow and ice. Right now, I’m in a condo in Florida, looking out over a golf course and I see blue skies and palm trees. In Ohio I would be looking at gray skies and bare, spooky trees.” The duo has been performing for 46 years and Blain, the older of the two by 26 minutes, said he couldn’t imagine doing anything else. Last Winter Texan season was their first in the Valley. They had performed at a showcase the year before and picked up almost 20 bookings, similar to this year. Intertwining wonderful vocal ability and mixing it all with comedy, audience participation, and a high energy show, the duo will perform a variety of the Top 40, classic country, current country, and classic rock. They’ll also throw in Motown, Bluegrass, and Blues. Both are proficient on instruments, picking theirs at a young age. By the time they turned 13, the twins formed their first group. At 14 years old they were performing most weekends. After graduating from high school, the two traveled the Midwest, playing the hotel and resort circuit. After eight years on the road, they came back to their hometown to own, operate, and perform in their nightclub, “My Brother’s Place,” which they had for 15 years.

In 1998, the twins went back out on the road, and now average more than 500 shows per year. Their instruments include guitar, eightstring mandolin, five-string mandolin and harmonica. Like so many entertainers who hear about the Valley’s Winter Texan entertainment scene, it was another entertainer – a couple of them actually – who recommended the Valley to the Swabbs. “They told us just that we needed to check it out and there was a great music scene here. They were right.” Brian does most of the lead vocals and also adds the harmony to the sound. He is also the emcee for the group. Blain plays the eight-string mandolin but also jams on his custom made fivestring mandolin. When he’s not playing the mandolin he is playing his harmonicas or adding his vocal talents. He also has a love of doing pantomimes. “We play and sing but we also interact a lot with the audience,” Brian said. “We’re doing our passion and we both love what we do. We actually get paid to leave Ohio in the winter and come to Florida.” Spittin’ Image’s Upcoming Schedule Feb. 17, 7 p.m., Aladdin Villas, Mission Feb. 18, 7 p.m., Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito Feb. 20, 7 pm., Alamo Rose, Alamo Feb. 22, 7 p.m., Winter Ranch, Alamo Feb. 23, 7 p.m., Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes Feb. 24, 7 p.m., Oleander Acres, Mission Feb. 25, 7 p.m., Park Place, Harlingen Feb. 27, 7 p.m., Tropic Star, Pharr Feb. 28, 7 p.m. Countryside RV Park, Donna March 1, 7 p.m., Tip ‘O Texas RV Resort, Pharr March 2, 7 p.m. Tropic Winds, Harlingen March 3, 7 p.m. Palmdale Resort, Los Fresnos March 4, p.m., Alamo Palms, Alamo

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Tavie’s Rock & Roll Show all about entertainment Be careful not to get caught laughing

at your friend when Tavie Spivey starts picking on him or her. If she catches you, you could be next in line. For the third straight year, Tavie’s “Rock & Roll Show makes its way to the Rio Grande Valley with a goal of bringing fun and helping people put their worries away, even if just for a couple hours. “We love coming to the Valley,” said the seasoned show biz performer from East Texas. “People are so friendly and nice and we just want everyone to get away from their problems and have a good time. I try to feed them that.” Entertaining since the age of 15, Tavie has entertained around the country and across Europe. She has also been heard on “oldies” radio shows across the nation and other English speaking countries for many years. She has performed with talent such as “The Coasters,” “The Country Comedy Tour,” “Jimmy Clanton” (Venus in Blue Jeans), many Elvis Tribute Artists and at theaters, festivals and convention centers across the country. She has also performed for the “Columbia Space Shuttle Project” and the “Texas Country Music Hall of Fame” among many others But she doesn’t just stand on a stage and sing – she interacts and brings her au-

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Tavie’s “Rock & Roll” Show focuses on providing 50s and 60s entertainment from Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, Richie Valens. The show is also filled with interaction and comedy. But don’t tell Tavie that her show is all about singing because her motto makes that clear – It’s not about singing, it’s about entertainment. “I love doing stuff with the audience and picking on people,” she said. “People see their friends getting picked on and when they are laughing, of course I have to go pick on them. It’s all in fun and meant to help you forget about your troubles, laugh and enjoy life.”

Tavie’s Rock and Roll Show Schedule Jan. 27, 7 p.m., Dream Valley Ranch, Mission Jan. 28, 7 p.m., Fun-N-Sun RV Resort, San Benito Jan. 31, TBD, Schlitterbahn Winterfest, South Padre Island Jan. 31, 7 p.m., VIP LaFeria Feb. 1, 7 p.m., Tip ‘O Texas RV Resort, Pharr Feb. 2, 6:30 p.m., 1015 RV Park, Weslaco Feb. 3, 7 p.m., Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission Feb. 4, 9 p.m., Casa Del Valle RV Resort, Mission

From Elvis to St. Patrick, Kuster can cover them all

Tavie’s Rock & Roll Show dience back to a simpler time – the 50s and 60s. Not only does she interact but audience members could find themselves on stage as well. “I like to get the audience going as much as I can – I want people to know that they will have a good time,” Tavie said. “I do a lot of interaction and will go out and sing to them and have everyone singing – and I’ll get them on stage and get them singing there too.”

Someone could go watch Ralph Kuster perform for a week straight – that’s seven days – without hearing the same song twice. Actually, make that nine days in a row – and that’s what’s unique about the performer who has shows ranging from Country Classics to St. Patrick’s Day to a salute to Broadway and the Movies. The Canadian who has travelled to the Valley for the Winter Texan season for the past seven years has nine completely different shows and performs here from December through mid-March. See RALPH KUSTER pg. 6

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Valley Symphony Orchestra announces spring concerts

McALLEN – The second half of the Valley Symphony Orchestra Symphonic Visions Season starts with a beat that won’t quit with América, América at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2. The concert will take place at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 801 Convention Center Blvd. Performances will include vibrant and exciting symphonic music from countries like Brazil, Cuba and Mexico. The guest artist of the evening will be UTRGV Mariachi Atzlán. The following event is just in time for Valentine’s Day on Thursday, Feb. 15. Couture Ravel, Chamber Concert II will feature VSO Concertmaster Geoffrey Wong on violin; Benjamin Ponder on cello and Daniel Steenken on piano performing a trio piece by Maurice Ravel that will captivate the audience from the very first measure. The event will be held at the Sky Tower Club at the Chase Bank Tower, located at 200 S 10th St, McAllen with a reception at 6:30 p.m. and musical program at 7 p.m.

Concert V brings the re-emergence of Broadway classics with guest pianist, Asiya Korepanova performing Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1. The concert, fitly named Spectacular Broadway and Much More is set for 8 p.m. Friday, March 2 at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. The final concert of the season will feature the Valley Symphony Chorale and guest vocalists Heather Phillips, soprano; Brian Yeakley, tenor and Lee Poulis, bass in Forbidden Pleasures of Carmina Burana at 8 p.m. Friday, April 6 at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. The masterpiece by Carl Orff will be highlighted by the sheer power of more than 200 musicians on the stage. Single tickets for all concerts are on sale and range in prices as such: Orchestra ($58), Front House ($48) and Back House ($38), with Chamber Concert tickets at $50. For tickets, visit www.valleyorchestra.org, or visit the McAllen Performing Arts Center box office weekdays from 10 a.m. To 5 p.m.

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a Christmas Show, a Timeless Treasures Variety Show, a Tribute to Elvis, Neil and Friends and a Country and Rock Show. He recently completed an outline for a Gospel Show with video which he hopes to perform, if not this year, then in 2019. All of his shows are 2 hours including a 15-minute intermission. Kuster has put hours of time into each video presentation, which complements or simply tells the story as he performs each song. He enjoys interacting with his audiences and hopes that the videos re-kindle special memories for his audiences. It’s that connection that makes his show just a little more personal. During his years performing in Branson, Kuster learned early on the importance of diversification. This inspired him to learn more than 600 songs, to date, which provides his audiences with a broad range of musical tastes. For more information, call Kuster at (417) 230-8198 or by e-mail ralphkuster@ sympatico.ca. He will be performing in the Rio Grande Valley until March 18.

From pg. 4 Some of his upcoming shows validate the extreme variety. He will perform his Country Classics Show at Texas Trails on Jan. 30 with a video for each song followed by ‘A Tribute to Frank Sinatra and Friends’ at Southern Comfort with a Valentine’s Day theme on Feb. 14 featuring a dinner and show. He also has an upcoming show at Paradise Resort Estates on Feb. 28 where he will entertain the audience with a blend of classics from Broadway Shows like ‘The Phantom of the Opera’, ‘Les Miserables’, ‘Oklahoma’, ‘Mama Mia’ and many others. Throughout the show, he will also perform classic hits like, ‘I Cross My Heart’ from the movie Pure Country and ‘Raindrops Keep Falling on my Head’ from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and many other favorites. That is just three of his options that he can be booked for. He also has a St. Patrick’s Irish Show, a Valentine’s Show,

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Tim Hadler as Hank Williams Revisited

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Performers came from all over to compete for bookings during the second Showcase of Winter Texan season. The event, held at Casa Del Valle RV Resort in Alamo on Thursday, Jan. 18, was the second one held this season to give musicians, comedians and variety acts an opportunity to “show of their stuff” to Winter Texan park activity directors with the hopes of signing bookings this season and next. Some were even booking into 2020. The second show was comprised of 32 entertainers, all given nine minutes to wow the “judges.” Some of those entertainers are from the Valley, but mostly they came from places like Las Vegas and Branson, Mo. with titles that included Nashville Recording Artist, Entertainer of the Year or other such accolades. Some have performed thousands of shows. Eighteen of them were first timers to the Showcase, not to be confused with firsttime performers by any means. Here is a glimpse at three of those artists and the story of their first Showcase. Kainoa Kamaka Kamaka was the 31st of the 32 performers during the day. In other words, he performed from minute 270 to 278 out of the 287 total performing minutes allowed. In fact, several people had already left for the day – that was their mistake. Kamaka knocked his performance out of the park. The first timer who was born and raised on the main island of Hawaii and now works for the University of Texas-San Antonio (for a few more days until he begins an early retirement) energized and rewarded those who stayed, about 80 percent of them, with his song, dance and his ukelele. While he was a first-timer to the showcase, he was in no sense a rookie entertainer. Kamaka – whose full name

is Kimokeo Keo Kainoa Kamakamanoanoaluahine (“But people can call me Kai,” he says to the relief of the crowd.”) frequently entertained while living in Hawaii and was part of a group named Positive Connection that traveled to schools with an important message. “We went to schools to teach kids about self-esteem, which is so important for them,” he said. “The group was me, a motivational speaker and a magician/ juggler/comedian and I took the ukelele in the schools and had to come up with an act that would really grab them. They would see a ukelele and think I was gonna perform a luau or something so I needed something else.” His performance of “Johnny B. Good,” was lightning let out of a bottle. He introduced it by telling the audience how he had been influenced by artists such as Michael Jackson, Elvis, Jimi Hendrix and, of course by Chuck Berry, who first wrote and performed the hit in 1958. Not only did Kamaka explode with energy on stage, he also included some Michael Jackson moves, some Elvis Presley shaking, and the famous duckwalk that Berry made extremely popular on stage while playing the guitar. Then, to top the performance off, Kamaka dropped with a split on stage, put the ukelele behind his head a la Hendrix and jammed to the song’s guitar solo. The audience yelled, laughed and applauded in enjoyment. His connection to those in attendance were validated, booking 14 shows for next year. More importantly, he definitely left a good impression for those who will be still looking to fill in some entertainment spots. “He nailed it,” said one performer. “There was a line waiting out the door for him.”

First time performers shine at Showcase No. 2

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joes for lunch available with pie, call 319350-0356 for more information. Craft & Vendor Sale - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 8am-Noon. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9-11am. Blue Grass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 9-11am, biscuits & gravy breakfast from 7-9am. All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9amNoon, pancakes, eggs, sausage, waffles, applesauce and coffee, bring own dining utensils. Faith, Family, & Freedom - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 10am, Lindley Creek, Williamson Branch, & The Punches, $15pp advance tickets and $18 at the door, concessions available. 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. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 11

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Jam - Dixieland Retirement Community MH and RV Park, Harlingen, 12:30-3pm, open jam, country oriented, all instruments and vocalists welcome, refreshments, door prizes, and special guests. Country Jam Session - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 12:30pm, lunch at 11:30 am. Rock & Roll Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30pm, Howard O. Bedient, snack bar opens at 11:30am. Country Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 1pm, featuring Chuck Mathis. Dulcimer Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, concessions. 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. Big Band Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm, cookies and coffee served for donations, soda & bottled water for sale. Faith, Family, & Freedom - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 2pm, Lindley Creek, Williamson Branch, & The Punches, $15pp advance tickets and $18 at the door, concessions available. Acoustic Jam - Sundance RV Village,

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Karaoke - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30pm, snack bar open, free popcorn. Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7pm, Keith Allynn Comedy Show, $10pp, pay at the door. Entertainment - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7pm, Goldwing Express, $8pp, doors open 1 hour before showtime, concessions available. Concert - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show, advance tickets $13-$15, $16 at the door, tickets on sale now at Country Sunshine, call 956-968-7171 or 956-6383158 for more information. Dance - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp. Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Cody Dooley, $6pp, for more information call 956-585-5807. Western Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Richard Lynch, $10pp, doors open at 6:30pm, BYOB, ice, pop, & popcorn available. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $6pp. Entertainment - Heritage Square, Mission, 7-9pm, B.J. Brothers, $5pp at the door. Bingo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm. Friday, January 26 Craft Fair - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7am, breakfast will be available, for more information call 507-995-9354. Craft Fair/ Market Mall - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon. Jam - Texan Mobile Home Park, McAllen, 9-11am. Pizza & Salad - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm. Style Show & Lunch - Mission West RV Park, 11:30am, Diego, $12pp, advance tickets required. Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, Noon, lunch served at 10:45am, inquiries please contact 956-464-9024. Rock & Roll Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, lunch is served at 11am, for more information call Martin at 636-459-5458. 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, for more information call 956-585-5807. Jam - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 1-3pm. Acoustic Bluegrass Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, lunch available from 12-1pm, singers need prior approval, contact Ray at 618-499-4813. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, The Chamberlins, pass the hat, margarita & soda set-ups available,

free popcorn & ice, BYOB, concessions open, for more information call 956-7823263. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Johnny D, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 3-5pm, at the Tiki Hut, weather permitting, BYOB, soda and pizza available. Fish Fry - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 4-7:30pm, $9.99 pp, buffet style with all the fixings, for more information call 956-782-3263. Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, Steven May solo, pass the hat, food available. Jam Sessions - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, refreshments available at 4:30 pm and jam starts at 5:30 pm, for more information call 316-655-3272. Country Jam - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, cake served, everyone welcome. Music Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6-8pm, coffee and cake served. Karaoke - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 6:30pm, public welcome, choose from one of our disc or bring your own. Entertainment - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30pm, Helen and Helen. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-10pm, Bill Chrastil, $6pp, door prizes, popcorn, singles welcome, for more information call 605-999-1488. Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Neil Diamond Tribute, $10pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Regan James Hired Hand, $6pp, singles are welcome. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Rewind, $7pp, margarita & soda set-ups available, free popcorn & ice, BYOB, concessions open, for more information call 956-782-3263. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Smokin’ Gun, $6pp, BYOB and concession. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-9pm, Daddy D Three, $7pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Richard Lynch Band, $7pp, popcorn & soda for sale, BYOB. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7pm, Big Street Band, $11pp, concessions available, BYOB. Entertainment - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 7pm, Freddie & Sheila, $7pp. Dance - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7-10pm, The Cruisers, $10pp, ice, mix, and popcorn available, BYOB, for more information call 956-351-5856. Entertainment - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 7pm, J.C. Harris, $7pp. Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp. Entertainment - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7-8:30pm, Southern Anthem, $7pp, See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 13

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From pg. 12 doors open at 6:30 pm, tickets available at the door, for more information call 503593-1457. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Jul & The Chrome Wheels, $6pp. Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7pm, The Classic’s, $6pp. Entertainment - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Greg Jones, $6pp. Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, Bob Wills Tribute, $10/ $7pp. Entertainment - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7pm, Adam Pope & Rebel Roots, $7pp. Dance - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 7-10pm, Bill & Janet, $3.50pp, BYOB, sodas available, door prizes, call 701261-5085 for more information. Entertainment - Lazy Palm Ranch, Edinburg, 7pm, Ralph Kuster, $7pp, doors open at 6:30pm, concessions available. Entertainment - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, La Dawn, $6pp. Dance - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 7:30-10pm, Sweet Water, $7pp, BYOB, ice, popcorn and pop are available, for more information call 956-683-5160. Saturday, January 27 Acres Big Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9am, every Saturday.

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From pg. 13 8am-Noon, no admission fee, coffee and rolls and lunch served at 11 a.m. Arts & Craft Show - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 8am. Garage & Craft Sale - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon. All Craft show - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, breakfast will be available. Cowboy Church - Casa del Sol, Donna, 9am, inquiries please contact 956464-9024. 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, lunch from 11am- 12:30pm. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30-3pm, everyone welcome, refreshments served. Farmer’s Market - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-4pm, local farm fresh produce, Rivers End Nursery fruit, healthy baked goods, local wildflower and citrus honey, & Texas pecans. Big Band Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2-4pm, concessions. Dinner - Paradise Park, McAllen, 5pm, ribs, $9pp, buy tickets in advance, bring your own service. Open Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, light lunch served for donations, all are welcome, for more informa-

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From pg. 17 Band, inquiries please contact 956-4649024. Monday, January 29 Craft Sale - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 8am-Noon, free admission, donuts, pies, & lunch sales. Acoustic Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 9:30am, for more information call Annette at 248-921-6867. No jam on Feb. 19, and March 19. Acoustic Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 9:30am, everyone welcome, for more information call 248-921-6867. 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, Plus Dance. Red Hat Festival of Tables - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 11am, Bill Chrastil, presale tickets $18, call Jan at 956-532-1223 for more information. Intermediate Line Dance Instruction - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 12:30pm, for more information call Brenda at 956-685-1111. Country Western Jam Sessions - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 1-3:30pm, everyone welcome, call 765-633-0590 for more information. Country Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, concessions.

drinks. Music Jam - Sunwest Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, everyone welcome. Jam - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1pm. Jam - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, lunch 11am-1pm at the Cafe’. Jam - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 1pm, lunch, pie, and beverage served first Monday of each month at 11:00am, musicians by invitation only. Country Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 1-3pm, everyone welcome, free admission. Show - Quiet Village II, Donna, 1pm, The Punches, $7pp, pop, water, & ice available. Open Country Jam - Wagon City North, Mission, 1-3pm, everyone welcome, for more information call jam host LeRoy Kuhlers at 515-802-9421. Acoustic Gospel Jam - Sundance RV Village, Harlingen, 2-4pm. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Diego Saurina, pass the hat. Hamburger Night - Mission West RV Park, 4pm, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken sanwiches, onion ring, fries, drinks & home made pies, followed by jam session. Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, Johnny D, pass the hat, See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 19

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From pg. 18 food available. Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 4:30-6pm, salisbury steak, please call 956-585-0703 for more information. Burger Night - Paradise Park, McAllen, 5-6pm. Fresh Fruit & Produce Wagon - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 5-6pm. Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 5:30-7:30pm, dinner served at 4-5:30 p.m. or until gone. Jam - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 5:30-8pm, hosted by Jim & Cindi Dixon from Dixon Co. & Band, free admission. Entertainment - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7pm, Sherwin & Pam Linton, $7pp, for more information call 316-655-3272. Bingo - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7pm. Entertainment - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7pm, Bernie & Red, $7pp. Show - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Freddie & Sheila, $7- $9pp. Dance - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7-9:30pm, Richard Lynch Band, $7pp, open to the public, in Friendship Rec. Hall, Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, Goldwing Express, $8pp, inquiries please contact 956-464-9024. Tuesday, January 30 Craft Sale - Paradise Resort Estates,

www.wttrgv.com Pharr, 8am-Noon, lunch served. 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. Jam - Paradise Park, McAllen, 1-3pm, lunch available 11:30am- 1pm. 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. Music Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 1-3pm, lunch will be served 11am- 1pm. Open Jam - Magnolia Village, Donna, 1-3pm, lunch & snacks available. Acoustic Jam - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 1-3pm. Bluegrass Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30-4pm, cake & coffee for donation. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Lynn Dvorak, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park,

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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. Dinner - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 4-6pm, baked potato dinner, gluten free, $7pp, advance sale tickets only, social hour 4-5pm, for more information call 320-444-1293. Bingo - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:15pm, snack bar opens at 6pm. Country Jam - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 6:30pm, everyone welcome. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7pm, Orphan Train Riders, donation. Dance - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Cindy Renee, $5pp. Entertainment - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 7pm, Goldwing Express, $8pp. Mexican Fiesta Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp, margarita & soda set-ups available, free popcorn & ice, BYOB, concessions open, for more information call 956-7823263. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, Ralph Kuster, $7pp, concession. Entertainment - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7pm, Diego, $6pp. Entertainment - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7-8:30pm, Southern Anthem, $7pp. Entertainment - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7pm, Bernie & Red, $8pp.

Entertainment - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 7pm, David Church, $7pp. Rock & Roll Jam - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-9pm, free admission, meal served at 5 p.m. for each jam. Entertainment - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-8:30pm, Greg Jones, $6pp at the door, drinks & snacks available for purchase. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7-10pm, Hitman, $6pp. Entertainment - Trailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s End RV Park, Weslaco, 7pm, The Punches, $7pp, tickets available at the door, refreshments at intermission. Bingo - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, inquiries please contact 956-464-9024. Wednesday, January 31 Breakfast on the Resaca - Palm Resaca Park, Brownsville, 7-9am, eggs, has browns, toast, sausages, beans, juice & coffee, $4pp, bring your RC boat & race around Resaca. Biscuits & Gravy - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-8:30am. Breakfast - Palmera Heights Park, La Feria, 7:30-9am, all you can eat pancakes, cup of applesauce, 2 sausage patties and all the coffee you can drink or 2 biscuits with sausage gravy and coffee, BYOTS, $3.50pp Craft Sale - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 9am-2pm. Church Services - Paradise Park RV See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 20

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From pg. 19 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, for more information call 956-585-5807. 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. Fashion Show Ticket Sales - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 11am-Noon, $12 for show and lunch, in the ballroom. Cafe - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 11:30am-1pm. Lunch - Mission West RV Park, Noon12:30pm, menu varies weekly. Intermediate Line Dance Instruction - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 12:30pm, for more information call Brenda at 956-685-1111. Variety Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30pm, with Bob dolle, snack bar opens at 11:30am. Jam Session - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30pm. Jam - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1pm. Music Jam - Alamo Paradise Acres, 1-3pm, coffee and lunch available. Country Jam - Chimney Park, Mission,

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Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, J.C. Harrison, $7pp. Entertainment - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Williams Family, $7pp, food available before the show. Thursday, February 1 Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 1-11am. Craft Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon. Spring Craft Fair - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, coffee and donuts will be served at 8am, lunch from 11am- 12pm for a minimal fee. Quilt & Craft Show - Orange Grove RV Park, Edinburg, 8am-2pm, free admission, caramel rolls from 8am- 10:30am, lunch will be available. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9-11am. Quilt & Hobby Show - Alamo RecVeh Park, 9am-2pm. Blue Grass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 9-11am, biscuits & gravy breakfast from 7-9am. All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9amNoon, pancakes, eggs, sausage, waffles, applesauce and coffee, bring own dining utensils. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers & more. Jam & Lunch - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, Noon-3pm, lunch See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 21

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From pg. 20 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. Jam - Dixieland Retirement Community MH and RV Park, Harlingen, 12:30-3pm, open jam, country oriented, all instruments and vocalists welcome, refreshments, door prizes, and special guests. Country Jam Session - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 12:30pm, lunch at 11:30 am. Rock & Roll Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30pm, Howard O. Bedient, snack bar opens at 11:30am. Country Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 1pm, featuring Chuck Mathis. Dulcimer Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, concessions. 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. Big Band Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm, cookies and coffee served for donations, soda & bottled water for sale. Acoustic Jam - Sundance RV Village,

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Harlingen, 2-4pm. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Reagan James, pass the hat. Can/ Am - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 3:30-6pm. Sausage & Soup Supper - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-5pm. Pancake Supper - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6pm, BYOTS, coffee will be served, for more information call 605949-1050. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $3pp, bring your own table service, snack & dessert for sale. Country Jam - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:30pm. Happy Hour - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 6-7:30pm, Diego, $3pp, BYOB. Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8:30pm, everyone welcome, free admission. 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. Entertainment - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6:30pm, Susan Hudson, $6pp. Karaoke - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30pm, snack bar open, free popcorn. Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Daddy D Three, $8pp. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, 4 His Glory, $6pp,

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Texas Wheels - $6 Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 & Mar.1,8,15,22 Ralph and the Cruisers - $10 February 3, March 3 The Ramblers • FREE • 3pm February 4, March 4 Barefoot Becky - $10 February 12 The Agency - $10 March 9

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Jan. 26 - Freddie & Sheila - $7 Jan. 30 - David Church - $10 Feb. 6 - Adam Pope - $7 Feb. 17 - Carpenters - $12

For information call 956-585-4833 stay@missionbellrvresort.com

WHEN SHOW WHERE 01-18-2018 – A Neil Diamond Tribute Twin Palms - Rio Honda – 7pm 01-20-2018 – A Neil Diamond Tribute Sleepy Valley Resort – Mission – 7pm 01-23-2018 – Country Comedy Starring Sky Med Event Not Really Willie Sunshine RV – Harlingen – 2:15pm 01-24-2018 – A Neil Diamond Tribute Bit O Heaven – Donna – 6:30pm 01-25-2018 - Country Comedy Starring Not Really Willie Bentsen Grove Resort - Palmview – 7pm 01-26-2018 – A Neil Diamond Tribute Tropic Winds Resort – 7pm 01-28-2018 – A Neil Diamond Tribute Trophy Gardens – Alamo – 7pm CALL RESORT FOR TICKETS OR 417-464-8497 FOR INFORMATION

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COUNTRY JAM Every Thursday - 12:30-3pm Lunch 11-12:30pm - Burgers & more

DINNER EVERY MONDAY 4:30-6PM

Jan 29 - Salisbury Steak Feb 5 - All you can eat Pancakes & French Toast

EVERY FRIDAY LUNCH 11-12:30PM

Feb 2 & 16 - Soup & Salad Bar Feb 9 & 23 - Pizza & Salad

DANCES EVERY FRIDAY 7-10PM

Jan 26 - Regan James • $6 Feb 2 - Ralph & Cruiser • $10 Singles Welcome

ENTERTAINMENT - 7PM

Jan 25 - Keith Allynn -$10 (Comedy) Jan 27 - Williamson Branch -$8 Jan 31 - Lindley Creek -$8 Feb 1 - Mariachi Nueva Tradicion Donation

WOODCARVER’S SHOW, TELL SELL

Sat, Jan. 27 - 8-12 noon Biscuits & Gravy 7- 8:30am Lunch - Burgers & More 11-12:30pm All Events Open To The Public All EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Peggy Creach, Co-Director Kathy Tyler, Co-Director 956-585-0703

Canyon Lake RV Park CRAFT SHOW Feb. 7 8am-12pm, Food 11:30am EVERY TUESDAY All Welcome Country Jam - 6pm Food Available 4:30pm 6pm DANCE - 7pm Feb. 14 - Richard Lynch - $7 HAPPY HOUR Feb. 1 - Diego & Mar. 8 6pm-7:30pm • BYOB ENTERTAINMENT -7pm Jan. 26 - JC Harris - $7 Feb. 2 - Williamson Branch - $7 EVERY THURSDAY Starting Feb. 15 Rock ‘N Roll Jam • 6pm Food Available 4:30 - 6:pm

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

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ChromE Wheels Band 2018 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Jan. 26 - Rio Valley Estates, Weslaco Feb. 02 - Victoria Palms, Donna Feb. 05 - J5 RV Park, McAllen Feb. 14 - Riverbend RV Park, Brownsville Feb. 21 - Pine to Palm, Weslaco Feb. 23 - Breeze Lake RV, Brownsville Feb. 24 - Paradise RV, McAllen Feb. 28 - McAllen Mobile Park, McAllen

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The Betty Rydell Show F.A.M.E. Female Vocalist of the Year WTT Female Entertainment of the Year The multiple award winning Betty Rydell show is now available for 2019 / 2020 entertainment bookings. Betty Rydell plays multiple instruments, yodels, sings in a variety of styles, and has great sense of humor. Betty has new tributes to Lorretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, and Connie Francis - the star of the 50’s, plus a hilarious rendition of She’s Got You. The performances make the audience a part of the show! Ed Rydell sings and if you like to laugh come hear his entertaining comedy. The Betty Rydell Show has played all over the valley for many years and you will want to see the show again!

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Victoria602Palms Resort N. Victoria Rd. Donna, Tx 78537 *Schedule Subject to Change*

FRIDAY

Happy Hour • Pass the hat • 3pm Jan. 26 – The Chamberlins Fish Fry Buffet Style • 5pm• $9.99 Variety Dance – 7pm Jan. 26 – Rewind - $7 Margarita and Soda Set-ups. Free Popcorn and ice. BYOB. Concession Open TUESDAY DANCES • 7pm

Jan. 30 – Mexican Fiesta Dance Texas Wheels - $6 SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT

Jan. 25 • The Night of the Races, Free Admission-Door Opens @ 6pm- Ballroom Feb. 18 – New Christie Minstrels William Florian “Those were the days” - $8 - 2pm

PATIO SALE - 8am – 12 noon Saturdays, Jan. 27 & Feb. 24 Ballroom parking lot Hotel entrance Style Show - 12 noon Feb. 8 • $10 - doors open at 11am Lunch Provided

SUNDAY CONCERTS 7-9PM • $13 & $14

For bookings contact: Ed Rydell 763.350.5983 Betty Rydell 763.607.6286 bettyed@gmail.com

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The Crowning Touch

Jan. 28 • Mirage Tribute to Fleetwood Mac Feb. 11 • Randy Linder Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival

Singles welcome! All events held in the ballroom For Information on all events call: 956-782-3263

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CASA DEL SOL JAMS - EVERY FRIDAY Lunch starts at 10:45am Music - 12noon SHOWS – 7PM Feb. 1 - Dixon Company - $6 Feb. 8 - Greg Jones - $7 DANCES – 7PM Jan. 25 – The Classics - $6 Feb. 19 Butch Danielski Hoedown - $5 NEW RESIDENT SPECIAL Rent 2 Months Get 1 Month Free

CRAFT SHOWS 1st Saturday of the Month December - March • 9 am-1 pm CAFE OPEN FOR BREAKFAST 7:30 am - Lunch 11:30 am Local Artists’ DANCES Jan. 26 - Diego $6 Feb. 2 - Helen Russell - $7 Feb. 9 - Leslie Blasing - $7 SHOW FOR 2018 Jan. 31 - Freddie & Sheila Show • $7 Feb. 7 - Wade Benson Landry -TBA Feb. 21 - JC Harrison - $7 JAMS Every Wednesday - 2pm-4pm Country Music, Concession Available

Joe & Kathy Compton, Park Managers 400 N. Val Verde Rd. - Donna, TX 78537

956-464-9024

A Division of Wilder Corporation 5401 W. Bus. 83 • Harlingen (956) 412-0375 2215 East West Blvd., Mercedes, Texas

214 E. Chimney Rd Mission, TX OPEN - DAILY

956-581-1033

www.ontheriver.net

11 AM - 8 PM

Linda Anklam Activity Director • 956-565-1506

Llano Grande Upcoming Events Jan. 25th-Feb. 23rd, 2018

Heart of Texas

Road Show & Dance

Online Tickets Now Available for shows only at www.hyneseventcenter.com

Fri. Jan. 26

Jam Session • 2-4pm Rec Hall

Fri. Feb. 2 • 3pm-5pm

Barefoot Becky Thursday February 15 $10 • 1-5PM

LIVE MUSIC Sundays 2-6pm

Jan. 28 – Renaissance Rockers Feb. 4 – Sweetwater Feb. 11 – Renaissance Rockers

River Tours

MOE BANDY CONCERT SAT. MAR. 3 - $45

Amber Digby

Tony Booth

1 Hour Tours Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. - 12pm -Seniors (62+): $10 -Adults: $12 2 Hour Tours Reservations suggested but not required. 15 Tue. & Thurs. 1pm minimum for boat to depart for 1 hour and 25 -Seniors(62+): $19 minimum for 2 hrs. Call to schedule your tour -Adults: $23 CASH ONLY hours or to plan your group tour of 25 or more.

Bar and Concessions Available

Fri. Jan. 26 & Feb. 2

8:30PM - DOORS OPEN 6PM

LIVE MUSIC 1-5pm Wed. The Castaways Thurs.The Coins Fri. Kenaston Band Sat. Jolly Huntsmen

Happy Hour with Fred Goldsberry Pass the Hat Event

Dion Pride

Justin Trevino

Sat., Feb. 24 – 7-11pm - $30

Doors open 5:30pm CANADA DAY • Tuesday, March 6 • 1-5PM VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE Feb. 14 – 1-5pm $10 Door Prizes!! Debbie & Gordy Pork Tenderloin Served Daily

FRIDAY

Catfish, Cod, Shrimp, or Combo Dinners w/Baked Beans, Hush Puppies, Cole Slaw and French Fries

FISH FRY 4pm-6pm All You Can Eat! $9.25 pp

Tues. Jan. 30 • 9am-3pm Event QUILT SHOW - $2 pp Hynes Center

Sat. Feb. 3 • 9am-1pm CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW

Hynes Event Center - Coffee, Donuts, and Lunch Available

DANCES Sat. Jan. 27 7pm - 10pm

Dance to The Agency - $8 Sat. Feb. 3 7pm - 10pm

Dance to Diego - $6

Bar and Concessions Available

out of park tickets sold one week prior

Jan. 31 - Karaoke Meal 4pm - 6pm • $7.50 pp

Meat Loaf, Buttered Whipped Potatoes, Gravy, Sugar Cured Carrots, Roll Hynes Event Center

Wed. Jan. 31

Karaoke with Harry & Judy - 5pm

ALL EVENTS LOCATED IN THE HYNES EVENT CENTER

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Paradise Park Inc. 100 E. Hackberry Ave. – McAllen, TX 956-682-8081 www.paradiseparkinc.com

Every Monday

Hamburgers 5pm • Bingo – 7pm

Every Tuesday

Lunch – 11:30am • Jam – 1pm

Every Saturday

Breakfast 7:30 – 9am • BYOS Yard Sale and Bake Sale - Mar. 3

Entertainment – 7pm

Jan. 31 – William Florian (Those Were the Days) - $6 Feb. 7 – Maggie Mae - $7 Feb. 28 – Bob Dolle Variety Band - $6 Mar. 7 – Southern Anthem - $7

Show/Dances

Feb. 3 – Daddy D 3 – 7pm - $6 Feb. 14 – Valentines Dance The Classics - $7 Feb. 24 - Jul and The Chrome Wheels - $7

Special Dinners

Jan. 27 - Rib Dinner - $9 - BYOB Feb. 9 - Ladies Luncheon - $8 Feb. 19 - Pig Roast / Cake Walk - $7 Feb. 23 - Fish Dinner - $8

For Information Contact: Jeanine Landry – Activity Director 956-627-4881

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Happy Hour Dances 3-4:30PM

Mon.-Carlos Canas (Feb. 5 & 19) Mon.-Diego Saurina (Feb. 12 & 26) Tuesday-Lynn Dvorak Wednesday-Hitman Thursday-Regan James Friday-Johnny D Saturday Night Dances (7-10PM)

Jan. 27 Rewind Band $7 PP Feb. 3 Country Roland $7 PP Feb. 10 Route 66 $6 PP Feb. 17 Classic Band $6 PP (Oldies Dance for Valentines Day)

Craft Sale Feb. 3 - 8am-12pm Fundraiser Silent Auction

Saturday, Jan. 27 • 10am - 5pm (Fundraiser Silent Auction also during dance with paid admission dance ticket.) Proceeds to benefit “The Rainbow Room” PUBLIC WELCOME! Shannon Clugston, Activity Director 417-499-3395

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SATURDAY NIGHT DANCES Pelican West – January 27 • $8 Sweetwater – February 3 • $6 Agency – February 10 • $8 Concessions & Setups Available 7 pm to 10 pm • BYOB

VALENTINE’S DANCE

Jay & Tammy/Wade Benson Landry – Feb. 14 • $10

ENTERTAINMENT • 7pm

Goldwing Express January 25 - $8 Neil Diamond Tribute January 28 - $10 Senior Ambassadors February 11 - $5 Southern Anthem February 18 - $8 Tickets available in advance or at the Door

CRAFT SHOW

Jan. 27 • 8am-12pm Rolls, coffee and lunch available

EVERY FRIDAY JAMS

12:30 - Following Manager’s Lunch 800 SH 495 Alamo, TX 78516 956-685-5300 Terry & Gayle Steinbeck Activity Directors

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DANCES – 7PM Doors Open at 6:15

Jan. 26 - Agency Feb. 9 - Ralph and the Cruisers Feb. 16 - Sweetwater SHOWS 7PM Jan. 30 - Leslie Feb. 20 - Ralph Kuster Doors Open 6:15

ROCK N’ ROLL JAMS

Every Tuesday • 1-3pm

For more info 956-787-5773

SQUARE DANCING WITH JOE & CHRIS SALTEL For more information

Call 956-283-7581 www.joesaltel.com

CRAFT SHOW Feb. 2 • 7:30 - 12noon Breakfast & Lunch Served

ROUND DANCING with Ron and Georgine Woolcock 360-789-8657 Randy and Rose Wulf 360-561-8999

Ron & Cheryl Schimmel - Activity Directors

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

EVERY SUNDAY

Non-Denominational Church Services -10am Movies – 7pm - Snack Bar Open

EVERY TUES. BINGO - 6:15PM Snack Bar Open at 6:00pm

EVERY THURSDAY KARAOKE 6:30pm - Snack Bar Open Free Popcorn

DANCES • 7PM - 10PM Sat. Jan. 27 - Classics - $5 Sat. Feb. 3 -Hot Rodz • $5

ENTERTAINMENT

Jan. 26 - Bob Willis Tribute • $10/$7 Jan. 31 - JC Harrison • $7 Feb. 7 - Daddy D Three • $7

CRAFT SALE

Jan. 30 - 8-12noon - Lunch Served

JAMS • 12:30PM

Every Wed. Variety w/ Bob Dollie Every Thurs. Rock N Roll w/ Howard O. Bedient Snack Bar Open at 11:30am

ANNUAL STYLE SHOW Feb. 5 - 12noon Advanced tickets 956-322-7188

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PUBLIC DANCES EVERY FRIDAY 7-10PM • $6 Jan. 26 • Smokin’ Gun Feb. 2 • Steve May & The Southern Knights Feb. 9 • Steve May

SUNDAY DANCE

JAN. 28 • Texas Rambler - 3-5pm FREE ADMISSION JAN. 28 • Richard Lynch - $7 • 7pm

ENTERTAINMENT • 7 pm JAN. 30 • Ralph Kuster - $7 FEB. 1 • 4 His Glory - $6

CRAFT SALE

FEB. 3 • 8am - 12pm

JAMS

Every Thursday Dulcimer 1:00pm - 3:00pm Every Saturday Big Band Variety 2:00pm - 4:00pm Every Monday Country 1:00pm - 3:00pm 501 W. Owassa Rd • Pharr, Texas 78577 956-787-6538

SATURDAY DANCES • 10PM Jan. 27 • Texas Wheels - $6 Feb. 3 • The Classics - $7 Singles Welcome

ENTERTAINERS • 7-9PM Jan. 25 • Mariachi Madness 4-7pm Diego 7-10pm Jan. 26 • Daddy D Three • $7 Feb. 1 • Mario Rosales • $8 Feb. 2 • Roots & Branches $10 Reserve, $12 at door

ROCK & ROLL JAM EVERY TUESDAY Jam 7-9pm Dinner 5-6:30pm CRAFT SHOWS Mon. Jan. 29 / 8-12pm Mon. Feb 26 / 8-12pm WED. NIGHT DANCES Bottom Line Band • 7-10pm $6

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DANCES • 7PM Feb. 3, 6 & 17 Texas Wheels - $6 Singles Welcome ENTERTAINMENT Jan. 28 - Southern Anthem- 2pm • $7 Feb. 1 - “Those Were the Days” William Florian • 7pm • $7 Feb. 5 - Maggie Mae - 2pm • $7 Concessions Available

SQUARE DANCING “Food for Thought Dance” Feb. 18 - 1pm

Nick Harley, Lynn Nelson and Bronc Wise, ms /plus dancing Fundraiser for Sow the World

CRAFT SHOW Feb. 13 - 8am-12pm KARAOKE Saturdays 1- 4pm

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BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME PARK

1051 W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna, TX 78537

SPECIAL EVENT

Feb 13 (TUES) • Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday Ball/Hot Rodz Band $8 Costumes/Prizes/Food/Reservations Suggested

EVERY TUESDAY

Country Jam Sessions • 12-2:30 pm Happy Hour with Diego • 3:30-5 pm • Donations BYOB/Popcorn & Soda for Sale

EVERY WEDNESDAY ENTERTAINMENT • 6:30 PM

Popcorn/soda/ice cream bars for sale Jan 24 • Neil Diamond Tribute • $10 Jan 31 • Bernie and Red Show • $7 Feb 7 • Bob Dolle and the Variety Band • $6 Feb 14 • Dave & Daphne Show • $8

EVERY THURSDAY • SOUP SUPPER 4:30 pm • $3 ALL YOU CAN EAT/BYOTS Dessert for sale

EVERY FRIDAY • DANCE

7-10 pm • Popcorn/soda for sale Jan 26 • Richard Lynch Band • $7 Feb 2 • George and the Texas Outlaws • $7 Feb 9 • Burnin’ Ember • $7 Feb 16 • The Hitman • $6

EVERY SUNDAY • KARAOKE 5 pm • ALL WELCOME

CRAFT FAIR

Second Friday Every Month • 8 - NOON

PATIO SALES

Second Saturday Every Month • 8 - NOON

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PARKS CALENDAR

From pg. 21 freshments available at 4:30 pm and jam starts at 5:30 pm, for more information call 316-655-3272. Country Jam - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, cake served, everyone welcome. Music Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6-8pm, coffee and cake served. Entertainment - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30pm, Tavie’s Rock & Roll. Rock & Roll Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, Renaissance Rockers, advanced tickets $8pp or at the door $10pp. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-10pm, The Coins, $6pp, door prizes, popcorn, singles welcome, for more information call 605-999-1488. Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Goldwing Express, $8pp. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Ralph & The Cruisers, $10pp, singles are welcome. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Jul & The Chrome Wheels, $7pp, margarita & soda set-ups available, free popcorn & ice, BYOB, concessions open, for more information call 956-7823263. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $6pp, BYOB and concession. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-9pm, Roots & Branches, $12pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Don-

na, 7-10pm, George & The Texas Outlaws, $7pp, popcorn & soda for sale, BYOB. Dance - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Smoking Gun, $7pp. Entertainment - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 7pm, William Branch Family, $7pp. Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Maggie Mae, $7pp. Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7pm, Sweetwater, $6pp. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Daddy D 3, $6pp advanced tickets, $7pp at the door, doors open at 6pm. Entertainment - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Susan Hudson, $6pp. Entertainment - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 7-9pm, JC Harrison. Dance - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Rewind, $8pp in advance, popcorn, pop and ice available, BYOB. Entertainment - Lazy Palm Ranch, Edinburg, 7pm, Bill Chrastil, $7pp, doors open at 6:30pm, concessions available. Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-10pm, Dixon & Co., $6pp, BYOB, pop, water & ice available. Show/ Dance - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, South Texas Whiskey, $6pp. Saturday, February 3 Acres Big Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9am, every Saturday. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 29

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McAllen Town Band Association PRESENTS

McAllen Wind Ensemble “MOMENTS IN HISTORY” February 6, 2018 - 7:30pm

Tickets Start at $8 Group Discounts Available For More Information (956) 681-3800

Spaguetti Dinner

GARLIC BREAD, SALAD, DESSERT, COFFEE OR TEA

SERVED EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT STARTING JAN 25TH AT 5:00PM BRING YOUR OWN TABLE SERVICE

FOR MORE INFORMATION 956-783-5440

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From pg. 28 Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, menu varies weekly, $4pp, bring own place-setting, for more information call 956-585-5061. Flea Market - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 7am-Noon. All You Can Eat Pancakes - Alamo Paradise Acres, 7-9am, $3pp, also biscuits & gravy $3pp. Breakfast - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-9am, biscuits, gravy with eggs, $4pp. Annual Rummage Sale - Green Bay South, La Feria, 7-11am. Park Wide Garage Sale - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 7-11am. Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7:30-9am, all you can eat pancakes with a choice of ham or sausage $4pp, or biscuits & gravy $4pp, free coffee. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7:30-9am, serving pancakes, eggs, ham, sausages, biscuits and gravy, toast, applesauce, and grits, bring your own service. Breakfast - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7:30-9am, sausage, eggs, pancakes, and waffles, $4pp. Craft Sales & Flea Market - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, for more information call Lynn at 956-532-5856. Yard Sale - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, lunch served at 11:30am, for more information call 956585-5807. Flea Market/ Craft Show - Magnolia Village, Donna, 8am-Noon, meal provid-

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Park Yard Sale - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon. Flea Market - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 8am-12:30pm, bake sale, coffee, rolls, pies and lunch available. Flea Market - Heritage Square, Mission, 8am-1pm. Park Wide Patio Sale - Quiet Village II, Donna, 8am-Noon. Arts & Craft Fair - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 9am-1pm. 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, lunch from 11am- 12:30pm. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30-3pm, everyone welcome, refreshments served. Farmer’s Market - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-4pm, local farm fresh produce, Rivers End Nursery fruit, healthy baked goods, local wildflower and citrus honey, & Texas pecans. Entertainment - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 2pm, 4 His Glory, $6pp. Big Band Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2-4pm, concessions. Elegant Dinner - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 4:45pm, sit down dinner consisting of smooth Jazz background music and Prime Rib (Bob Stark’s), baked potato, candied carrots, salad, french bread, dessert, coffee or iced tea, $20pp. Entertainment - Oleander Acres, Mission, 6-8pm, Barb & Larry of 2 Wheel Drive, $5pp, doors open at 5:30 pm, tickets available at the door, for more informa-

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tion call 503-593-1457. Open Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, light lunch served for donations, all are welcome, for more information call 956-581-1705. Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6-8:30pm. Entertainment - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Adam Pope & The Rebel Roots. Karaoke - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 6:30-9:30pm, in ballroom. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-7pm, Southern Anthem, $7pp, ice cream & ticket sales begin at 6 p.m. Concert/ Dance - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Greg Jones, $7pp, set-ups available. Entertainment - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Wade Landry, $5pp. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, The Classics, $7pp. Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Country Roland Band, $7pp. Dance - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7-10pm, Dixon & Company, $6pp. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $6pp, doors open to the public at 5:30pm, concessions and set ups available, BYOB. Entertainment - Mission West RV Park, 7pm, Kelly Marie & Friends, $6pp, concession available. Show/ Dance - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7pm, Daddy D3, $6pp. Dance - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Renaissance Rockers, $10pp, reserved seating only. Entertainment - Southern Comfort Re-

sort, Weslaco, 7pm, Richard Lynch, $7pp. Dance - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 7-10pm, Cruisers, $10pp. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $6pp, concessions available. Dance - Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Tavie’s Rock & Roll Show, $6pp, doors open at 6pm. Dance - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7-10pm, Cathy Erickson Band, $5pp. Dance - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Dale & Gayle, $5pp. Dance - Heritage Square, Mission, 7-9pm, Gray Rock Band, set-ups available, BYOB. 50’ & 60’s Dance Theme - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Billy Chrastile, $6pp, BYOB, free popcorn, ice and sodas available. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, Hot Rodz, $5pp, doors open at 6:15pm, snack bar open. Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-10pm, Swing Street Big Band, $10pp, for more information call 320-492-6415. Show - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 7pm, Jeff Gordon. Entertainment - Orange Grove RV Park, Edinburg, 7pm, William Florian, the John Denver Story, $6pp. Dance - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, J.C. Harrison. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7:30-10:30pm, Coins, $7.50pp, popcorn and ice provided, BYOB.

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Kanabec County, Minnesota Tuesday, Jan. 30 - Residents of Kanabec County, Minn. will have a reunion at11 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen. Call Judy Sundet at (320) 282-6845 for questions. Gage County, Nebraska Reunion Wednesday, Jan. 31- A Gage County Neb. reunion will be held at the American Legion Post #37, 1305 Jasmine, McAllen at 11:31 a.m. For information call (785) 447-0188. Iowa Winne Hawks Thursday, Feb. 1 – The Iowa Winnie Hawks will meet at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street in McAllen at 11 a.m. All Winnebago product owners welcome. For information call Ronald & Jo Hersom at (641) 750-2774. Western Iowa Breakfast Friday, Feb. 2 – An Iowa breakfast will be held at Nomad Shrine Hall, 1044 W. Nolana in Pharr from 9 to 11 am. Ringgold County, Iowa Friday, Feb. 2 – Residents of Ringgold County, Iowa will have a reunion at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N 2nd Street, McAllen. (Note different location). Contact Alan or Kay Oshel at (417) 777-3053 or (816) 655-5470 for information, or email alanokay@gmailcom. McAllen Music Club Monday, Feb. 4 -The McAllen Music Club will meet at Valley Keyboards, 900 Harvey Street, McAllen at 2 p.m. The club sponsors scholarships for Valley high school students. LeSueur County, Minnesota Monday, Feb. 5 – Residents of LeSueur County, Minnesota will meet for lunch at

Clara City, Minnesota Friday, Jan. 26 - A Clara City, Minnesota Community Breakfast will be held at Ann’s Restaurant, 221 W. Bus. 83, San Juan, 9 a.m. For questions call Lorna Glesne at (323) 805-7331. Retired Police, Firefighters and Ambulance Luncheon Friday, Jan. 26 – A retired policeman, firefighter and ambulance workers luncheon will be held at Victoria Palms Restaurant from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call Bill or Helen Tedford at (267) 243-7892. Tennessee Luncheon Friday, Jan. 26 – Meet and greet fellow Tennesseans at Luby’s, 2001 W. Expressway, Weslaco at 10 a.m. for fellowship and 11 a.m. for Dutch treat lunch. Contact Jerry & Sue Myers at jmyers2@juno. com. Red Hat Festival of Tables Monday, Jan. 29 -The Annual Red Hat Festival of Tables will be held Monday, Jan. 29, at Trophy Gardens, 800 SH 495 in Alamo. Entertainment by Bill Chrastil, “Entertainer of the Year” in 2017. Doors open at 11 a.m. Tickets are $18. Call Jan Bergman at (956) 532-1223. Colorado Reunion Tuesday, Jan. 30 – Residents of Colorado will hold a reunion at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen, 11 a.m. For information call Carol at (956) 332-8855 or Beverly at (719) 237-4071.

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Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen at 12:30. Call Charles for information at (651) 227-1250. Linn County, Missouri Monday, Feb. 5 – Winter Texans from Linn County, Missouri will meet for lunch at Mr. Gatti’s, 1208 S. Expressway 77, Harlingen at 12 p.m. Nebraska Breakfast Tuesday. Feb. 6 - The monthly Nebraska Breakfast will be held at 8:30 a.m. at Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Road, in Pharr. For information call Ray Fink at (402) 733-8972. Nomad Shrine Club Breakfast Tuesday Feb. 6 – The Nomad Shrine Club will host a breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. to help fund Nomad Shrine Club projects. The Shrine Club is located at 1044 W. Nolana Loop, Pharr. No reservations needed. For information, call 956781-1986. Armstrong Reunion Wednesday, Feb. 7 - Armstrong retirees will meet for lunch at Ann’s Restaurant, 221 W. U.S. 83, San Juan at 11:30 a.m. For more information call Dick Overholser at (515) 321-4034. Xcel, NSP, SPS, PSCo. Employees Wednesday, Feb. 7 – Employees and retiree’s will hold thie annual luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at the Junction Cafe, 11 S. Cage in Pharr. For more information call Shirley Boerger at 956-581-8084 or 956929-0110. Newmar Reunion Wednesday, Feb. 7 – A Newmar reunion will be held at 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post #37, 1305 Jasmine, in McAllen. For information call (954) 579-

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Whiteside County, Illinois Thursday, Feb. 8- Residents of Whiteside County, Illinois will meet for lunch at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen at 1:30. For information call Judy 309269-4847. Pennsylvania Reunion Thursday, Feb. 8- The Pennsylvania Winter Texans Luncheon will be held at the China Café, 4713 N. 10th St, McAllen. Meet at 11 a.m. & eat at 11:30. RSVP to Allyn at 570-335 7209 or jah23@epix. net before Feb. 7. Caterpillar Reunions Thursday, Feb. 8 – A Caterpillar Reunion will be held at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. 2nd St. in McAllen at 11 a.m. For information call Jana Fleming at (309) 251-0875. Minnesota D.O.T. Get together February 8 - Retirees from the Minnesota Department of Transportation will get together at 1 p.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St in McAllen. For information call Sandy at (956) 578-2946. Weekly Meetings Mission Lions Club Wednesdays – Mission Lions Club, 12 p.m. Marco’s Burgers, 2507 Griffin Parkway, in Mission. Meals are $10. Fellow Lions and visitors are welcome. Mission Rotary Club Thursdays – Mission Rotary Club meets at 12 p.m. at the Club at Cimarron, 1200 S. Shary Rd, in Mission. Salad bar buffet, $10; Mexican Buffet, $15. All Rotarians and interested persons are welcome.

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From pg. 8 Kamaka said he had no idea what to expect. His girlfriend, who is from Edinburg, had been telling him about the showcase for years. After researching it, he decided to make the journey. After not playing music as much as he would like for the past 10 years, his early retirement looks like it’s on a good path. “Performance wise I just wanted to give people a glimpse of who I am,” said Kamaka, who lives in San Antonio. “I love to entertain and have the chance to showcase the ukelele differently. I was blessed. I get to play music again.” Johnny Bird/Voice of the Legends Johnny Bird owns an entertainment company – Birdland Productions – and soon that company will have its new offices and production studio in Las Vegas. Bird, like many of the performers, is no stranger to putting on a show and estimates he’s done more than 5,000 shows in his career. “I know the stage pretty well,” he said. But he almost never made it to the Valley. While performing a bar show three years ago in his hometown, just south of Minneapolis, a Winter Texan approached him and told him about the Valley. “He told me I should check it out and gave me an entertainer’s phone number,” Bird said. “So I researched a little bit and called this person.” The person on the other end of that call, however, was no help to Bird, who recalled being told things like “don’t come down here and waste your time,” and other things. “Then he hung up on me,” Bird said, laughing.

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Kainoa Kamaka (in the background) If anything, however, that piqued his attention and two years later he tried again, this time reaching Robert Ferguson, the creator and organizer of the showcase. Entertainers are only allowed to perform at one of the two showcases. However, Bird has a few completely different shows – one is “The Fabulous Vegas Boys” and another is “Voices of the Legends.” Less than a week before he embarked on a nearly 1,500-mile journey, his partner for the first show called – his interest had wained and he told Johnny he wasn’t going to perform. “I had to go, no matter what, but had to come up now with something for the showcase since we were going to do dueling pianos,” Bird said. “I couldn’t do that by myself.” His partner in one of the other acts he performs, and a former winner of Ed McMahon’s Next Big Star, Don Tersigni, drove all night from Indiana to Minnesota to help Bird come up with something. “We worked on a script and then I filmed him in front of a green screen,” Bird said. “Then I worked from 10 at night to 6 a.m. to finish it off.” Bird started his trip to the Valley and bought “the biggest television I could with the money I had in a pawn shop in Waco.” So I worked the script and when we turned the TV on, it looked like he was live – I don’t think the people could get over it since it was so different. It was impressive enough to garner Bird 17 shows in the booking room. “I had to tell him that he got more applause than I did,” Bird said. “We definitely weren’t up there doing what everyone else was doing.”

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Shelly from Shelly and Darren interacts with the audience. Curt Reister/Curt James Curt Reister is a local performer whose experience is small compared to the previous entertainers. He was like the kid in a candy store, however, at his first showcase. “I’m chasing my dream at 50,” Reister said. “It was really cool and I was excited to perform and to be around all those great performers.” Reister picked up four bookings at the show and has received some calls with more opportunities attached. He said he’s all ready for next season’s show. “Maybe I’ll talk a little more or tell a joke, or try to get more songs in my nine minutes,” he said. “I realized then when you only have nine minutes, there’s so much more to it than just having a good voice. It’s all about whether you can give them a good

Wade Landry from “Swingin’ Cajun Style” show and keep them entertained.” Reister lives in Alamo Country Club, a 55-and-older community. He has performed there as well as seen many of the performers there. He said he is especially looking forward to seeing Southern Anthem perform, a family band that hits it big every year they’ve been to the Valley. “They are entertaining and I’m excited to see them,” he said. “I may never achieve Southern Anthem’s success but this truly has been a dream of mine to get up there and have a blast making people smile. Maybe I’m still naïve about the possibility of the future, but I can do this for a long time and there are so many parks out there.”

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Lemon Tree Estates Omelet Breakfast Party The chicken dance, the Rooster song and a bunch of clucking – usually in response to someone yelling out “let’s hear it for the roosters,” were just a part of the monthly Lemon Tree Estates Omelet Breakfast. Three-hundred and forty tickets had been sold by the time the first breakfast of the New Year was served to its first customer in the newly renovated kitchen, complete with flat top grills. The breakfasts take place three times per season. The remaining two this year are Feb. 7 and March 14. Money raised from prior omelet events were used to renovate the kitchen, extend it, modernize the laundry and make the bathrooms handicap accessible. Lemon Tree Estates is located at 1510 U.S. U.S. Business 83 in Mission. The grills previously had been used for a pancake breakfast. When the pancake event ceased, the grills were left unused. The idea was the brainchild of two new resident owners in 2010 and started with a simple conversation between Estella Boldt and Chris Maher. The idea came quickly to fruition and, now into its eighth season, has turned into a social event with entertainment (Rip Van Winkle is the host – his real name is Vern but it became Rip when he entered the military

and it has stuck with him), plenty of good humor – and the ageless chicken dance. “I had done this before at a hospital while working in Iowa,” Boldt said regarding the grill and fundraiser. “I mentioned it to the residents but it didn’t really move, but then when I talked to Chris about it she was like ‘let’s do it’ and she just got going.” Maher, whose job along with Boldt is to man the flat top grills and cook, cook, cook, said that there are approximately 450 hours donated by 75 volunteers for each event. Tickets are $6.50 per person and each person brings their own table settings. Based on roughly 320 omelets per event, the park will surpass 7,500 omelets cooked and served since the fundraising feast began – probably 95 percent of them cooked by Maher and Boldt. The shocking news behind all those omelets: “I’ve never cooked an omelet at home,” Boldt said. “I would make them at the hospital in Iowa too, but I’ve never made one at home.” Boldt is also training Annette Hyman to take over her role as one of the two “Master Chefs” as she plans to step down next year, but will be available to volunteer and help in other areas – but she still

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Chris Maher (foreground) and Estella Boldt are the omelet cooks, with close to 7,500 of them made on the grills. probably won’t cook an omelet at home. The volunteers could probably turn what they’ve learned into a seminar on how to serve your customers efficiently, effectively and with a smile on your face (while bringing many to their customers’ faces as well.) “We’ve been doing it since 2010 so we keep taking suggestions and ideas

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From pg. 1 put your name and address on it.” Several other voices came across too – like Barney Fife and Gomer Pyle from the Andy Griffith Show; Bill Clinton even piped in a word or two about Hillary. Those voices came from 71-year-old entertainer Gary Crain, who will once again be the emcee for the popular Winter Texan celebration known as WinterFest. The annual Winter Texan music festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31 at Schlitterbahn Water Park on South Padre Island. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the gate and can be purchased by calling (956) 772-7873. Headlining the event will be Mirage – Visions of Fleetwood Mac. Based in Los Angeles, the members of the group capture the look and sound of Fleetwood Mac live in concert. Mirage focuses completely on Fleetwood Mac and their greatest hits in the five-piece concert recreation. “They are going to be fantastic,” Crain said “There’s just going to be a large amount of great music and entertainment.” Crain will be part of that entertainment as emcee as well, performing jokes and other comedy routines in between shows. Crain said the first time he did an impersonation was in 1964 and it was of Gomer Pyle, aka Jim Neighbors. “I never got to meet Jim and that’s one of my regrets,” Crain said. “But as far as the show goes, he’ll be there along with

over the years on ways to make it better,” Boldt said. “Me and Chris are doing the cooking so we don’t hear anything during the event.” When someone walks in, they are given a Styrofoam cup with a number on it. When that number is called (which was almost immediately), the customer goes to a set of tables where there are several options for the inside of the omelet – onions, greens, mushrooms, jalapenos, sausage, ham and other. A volunteer will scoop the items into the cup and when the end of the line is reached, it’s off to get the omelet cooked. Once the omelet is done, there’s another table with salsa, fruit, juice and buttered toast just waiting to be scooped up. Volunteers walking around the recreation hall-turned restaurant are at an arm’s reach if someone needs coffee or water, but don’t dare ask for a chicken – they are highly protective of the creator of eggs. “People from the park will find a chicken or rooster,” and will get it because they think we should have it,” Boldt said. The official roosters are the men who work in the kitchen, cracking the eggs into bowls – two eggs per bowl for each omelet. “We’ve got the system down,” Boldt said. “The people in the park are the ones who turned it into a party.”

my other voices including Gomer P. Presley, the cousin of Elvis. I do the talking voice of Gomer and the singing voice of Elvis. I gotta wear a wig for it since I don’t have any hair.” Others in the musical lineup include Goldwing Express, Lobo del Mar, Tavie’s “Rock & Roll” Show, Port Isabel High School’s Mariachis Plata, Mario Rosales, Southern Anthem and more. “There’s a lot of great acts at this festival,” said Crain, adding that he’s personal friends with some of them including Rosales. “Mario has been in Vegas and Branson and he’s just a really great talent,” Crain said. “He’s a crooner, has a style like Sinatra. He also has the best Rodney Dangerfield impersonation. He’s extremely talented. People will enjoy him and the rest of them.” A meal also comes with the cost of admission. The meal, provided by Shrimp Haus Restaurant, is a choice of either a fish or shrimp basket with coleslaw and hushpuppies. Crain and his wife Patsy come to the Valley to entertain Winter Texans. Their show “Gomer Hears Voices” includes the voices of Gomer, Barney, Haney and Clinton along with Floyd the Barber, John Wayne, Jimmy Stewart and Walter Brennan among others. “We started doing that when I retired at age 62 and now I’m 71,” said Crain, whose wife Patsy sings several Patsy Cline songs. “But now we come down and just emcee, and we have a wonderful time.”

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that will be used in either Community Service quilts, for the numerous charities the guild works with, or Military Service Quilts. There will also be a boutique to purchase items. Throughout the day, there will be drawings for door prizes. The stars include Victoria Findlay Wolfe, Ricky Tims and Lisa Erlandson. Wolfe is an international, award-winning quilt and fiber artist, teacher, lecturer and a fabric designer for Marcus Fabrics, Aurifil thread and Sizzix die cutting. She is the author of several quilting books and owns Victoria Findlay Wolfe Quilts in New York City. She is on the advisory boards of the International Quilt Study Center and Museum and the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Textiles. She enjoys and creates art quilts, traditional and modern quilts. Wolfe will be teaching two classes: a Double Wedding Ring pillow and a Partial Seam Herringbone Pillow. Victoria will also give a lecture entitled “Creativity and Play.” Ricky Tims Tims is an international award-winning quilter, teacher, speaker and musician. He is one of the “30 Most Distinguished Quilters in the World” and co-founder and co-host of The Quilt Show (www. thequiltshow.com) with Alex Anderson. This is an online, subscription-based TV show for quilters. He and Alex also started a new quilt magazine, The Quilt Life, published by the American Quilt Society. In 2009, Ricky Tims was named one of three (tied by readers of Quilters Newsletter Magazine) as the Most Influential Person in the quilting industry. He presents two-day quilt seminars throughout the United States and a weeklong LaVeta Quilt Retreat at his art quilting studio in LaVeta, Colorado. He will be giving a lecture, “Design & Composition of Quilting and Photography” and a con-

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From on their float, which will be competing for top awards in this year’s parade. Marilyn Causey of Illinois, who is a nine-year veteran of Texas Citrus Fiesta parade floats and Nancy Erickson of Minnesota, an eight-year veteran, told the Winter Texan Times they have a crew of seven women, whom they referred to as “the think tank” when it comes to designing and building the floats. Other members include Patty Halkala, of Michigan;

pg. 1 Carol Iwanka, of Canada; Edna Carlson, of Wisconsin; Gert Van Tine, of Illinois; and LeNeice Sharpling of Iowa. When it is time to start designing the float these ladies put their heads together to come up with a creative way to bring the float to life using the current theme for the Parade of Oranges. Then there are a bunch of volunteers like Arlie Stolle, who come to help. “Arlie can build anything we want,” said

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Marilyn. “He works on the foundation and infrastructure of the float and if we want something like a mermaid to hang on the side of the float, Arlie can cut one out for us.” The Texas Citrus Fiesta theme for this year is “Hawaiian Pirate Adventure” so this year’s float will have their five-foot pirate standing on the deck of his ship. There will be other special features on the ship but the ladies did not want to give away too much of what they planned. The park has had a contest to name the ship and the name selected will not be revealed until Saturday when the parade takes place! Without revealing their entire plan, the ladies brought out their pirate made of paper mache to pose for a picture. They will be using dried oranges, cotton, oregano (yes, it is grown in the Rio Grande Valley!), dried carrots, bougainvillea and a host of other products to cover the pirate and the rest of the float. The ladies first learned use of the product when they attended a seminar where staff at the TCF office was teaching volunteers to make costumes for the Product Costume Show several years ago. But these ladies decided to apply what they learned to float building instead. So they gather material through the time they are here and process them much the same way the materials for the Product Costume Show are prepared. “This is really a park or parks project,’ said Marilyn referring to the fact Mission Bell and Tradewinds are sister parks and do projects jointly. Each year a spaghetti supper is held to fund the materials needed for the floats. In past years, they have also raised enough money to build a shed to store materials and a cover for their float, located on the northwest corner of Mission Bell. Many of these residents

will help with last minute construction of the float as well when the product has to be applied. The ladies are proud of their float. Last year they won second place with the float they entered. Of course, they are hoping for a first place this year. But regardless, they enjoy the challenge of building the float and the camaraderie that goes on with fellow park residents over the construction of the float. And that may be the most important part of the entire project! Thank you Mission Bell/Trade Winds residents – and all the other Winter Texans who participate in the Texas Citrus Fiesta events. This year’s Parade of Oranges will be held Saturday, Jan. 27. While the parade officially begins at 3 p.m., spectators begin lining up along the parade route in the morning, securing their favorite viewing locations. The parade will proceed from north to south along Conway Avenue beginning at FM 495 and ending at 1st Street in downtown Mission. Concessions and sale of the famous Texas Citrus Fiesta barbecue sandwiches will begin at 12 p.m. along the parade route. Watch for the barbeque trailers being pulled down Conway Ave. and enjoy one of the Fiesta’s traditions – Fiesta BBQ! I look forward to it every year. Texas Citrus Fiesta Fun Fair Before or after the parade, be sure to check out the Fiesta Fun Fair, which will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with live entertainment, food and arts and crafts. Admission is free. Due to the reconstruction of Leo Pena “La Placita” Park, the Texas Citrus Fiesta Fun Fair will be held in a new location this year – at the Mission Market Square, next to the Mission Chamber of Commerce at 202 West Tom Landry.

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From pg. 1 ter Texan Times. When you fill out a ballot we ask you to vote for someone in every category, if you are familiar with the nominees. In the past, some ballots have come in with only one category marked. Also, be sure to write in your choice for Entertainer or Group of the Year. (Sometimes people forget to write in their favorite.) This can be any of the individuals or groups on the ballot, from any category. This award is open to groups as well as individual entertainers. “The Valley Star Awards are designed to honor the top entertainers and groups who are performing in the Rio Grande Valley this year,” said Robert Ferguson. Entertainers who are not coming to the Valley this year are not eligible. The Fergusons compiled a comprehensive list of this year’s entertainers and the park activity directors voted to determine the top four nominees in each category. Only the top four nominees appear on the ballot. To vote for your favorite Valley enter-

tainers, fill out the ballot in today’s paper and mail it to 1217 N. Conway, Mission TX 78572, or, vote online at www.wintertexantimes.com. Only one vote per person is allowed. This year, no photocopies of the ballot are permitted. Voters must either vote online (preferred method) or fill out the ballot printed in the Winter Texan Times newspaper. Ballots must be received by Feb. 13, 2018 to be counted. The Valley Star Awards Show will be held, Saturday, Feb. 17 at 1 p.m. at Casa Del Valle in Alamo. This is a new location and new time. The award show has a great lineup of entertainment including 4 His Glory, Kelli Marie, Dave & Daphne, Lindley Creek, Jason Whorlow and Vance Greek. Tickets to the Valley Star Awards Show are $15 and are available at Casa Del Valle, 1048 N. Alamo Rd., Alamo; Winter Texan Times office at 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission; or order by phone by calling (865) 253-2514.

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they skillfully maneuver these huge, dangerous fighting bulls with nothing more than a cape.” Renk invites Winter Texans to come out to this weekend’s bullfight at Santa Maria on Saturday, Jan. 27. The gates open at 1 p.m. and there is food and beverage and music and entertainment until the bullfight starts at 4 p.m. Tickets are still just $30 sunny side, $35 shady side, and $40 for the ringside covered seats. All tickets are by reservation or walk

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Rat Pack to appear at Travel, Health & Wellness Expo

The experts say good music, fun and laughter is good for your health. Great entertainment just one of many good reasons to attend this year’s McAllen Travel Health & Wellness Expo on Feb. 13-14 at the McAllen Convention Center. Headliners for this year’s entertainment will be “The Rat Pack,” featuring Las Vegas style tribute performers as Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. and Marilyn Monroe. The Dean-O-Holics recreate the music and fun of Dino, Frank and Sammy – The Rat Pack. The atmosphere? Pure Las Vegas circa 1960. The Act? Strictly Rat Pack; Frank, Dino and the gang bring back memories of yesteryear. It’s live. It’s 18-karat fun. The show starts with Dino, the emcee of the evening, ad-libbing and warming up the crowd with the rest of the pack following suit shortly after. The group works their way through all the years of the Rat Pack, not just the 1961 Sands era, which most of the Rat Pack Tributes shows usually cover. The show is more of a tribute to the style of music and that golden era than to the artists themselves, although the voices are remarkably close to the originals. The best is that fun is contagious. One is never sure who is having more fun, the audience or the performers. The Agency While this year’s Expo organizers were searching far and wide to bring you

top entertainment, they didn’t have to travel far to sign one of the Rio Grande Valley’s best local bands – The Agency – to entertain folks who attend this year’s Travel, Health & Wellness Expo. Known as “the best classic rock band in South Texas,” The Agency is celebrating 25 years of performances. The Agency is a Rio Grande Valley-based five-piece veteran band that has been entertaining people throughout Texas since 1993. The band specializes in authentic versions of rock, soul and Motown classic hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s. They also play a variety of dinner jazz, swing, country, waltzes and more. Composed of seasoned musicians who grew up with classic rock, The Agency is well known for finely crafted vocals, tight, blended sound and danceable arrangements. So, put your dancing shoes on and come on down to the Travel, Health & Wellness Expo for a great time – and it’s all free. Free admission, free entertainment, free door prizes, free health screenings and lots of exhibitors offering you special Expo deals. The McAllen Travel Health & Wellness Expo will be held Feb. 13 and 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the McAllen Convention Center. Come early for the free health screenings and stay for the massages, health care solutions, nutritional and travel information available from over 80 exhibitors participating.

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Palm Shadows Navy moms ship care packages

Every month Navy moms across the nation adopt a unit that has requested a morale boost for a program called “Molly’s Adopt a Sailor.” Since 2016, Palm Shadows RV Park in Donna has created care packages, organized by Ruth Clayton-Davis, a Navy mom who has been organizing packing parties in Davenport, Iowa, since 2011. Many Palm Shadows residents are veterans, veterans’ wives and parents, or have active duty military in their families. This year, Navy mom Ria Richards from Alamo and volunteer Linda Garza from Mercedes also helped. The adoption in January is for a weapons department on the USS Roosevelt. A “packing party” was held Jan. 21 at Palm Shadows that resulted in 18 boxes from this area being shipped. More boxes are being sent from other locations around

the Unites States. “We ship love! Sending a little bit of home in every package,” is the motto of Molly’s Adopt a Sailor, a nonprofit 501c3 organization that sends letters, cards, and care packages adopting our service members of all branches. Postage will be paid by the organization for the large priority boxes. Volunteers from Palm Shadows, Alamo, and Mercedes helped pack the donated and requested items including snacks, candy, toiletries, Valentines, and pillowcases. Girl Scouts from Troop 137 sold cookies during the party that were donated to the packages. Each sailor will receive a new pillowcase to fill with items from the boxes. For more information about the program, visit mollysadoptasailor.com.

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ONE OWNER, LIKE NEW, 32ft. fifth wheel, double slide, gel coated alum framer rear, living room, lots of options, American Star by Newmar Road Ready, call 815-980-9359. 2010 LAREDO FIFTH WHEEL, model 318, rear living, 36’, three slides, one owner, very clean, a must see, call for appointment at 970-231-9838. 2008 ESCALADE KZREB 37FT., excellent condition, 3 slideouts, washer/dryer, vacuum, fireplace, full-size refrigerator, new roof, converter and batteries (Dec.2017), located in Donna, $23,500 OBO, contact 525-5644317. 2006 SILVERBACK BY CEDAR Creek, 35 feet, 3 slideouts, new water heater, new converter, awning, big queen size bed, new refrigerator, good condition, asking $8,950 OBO, call 515-825-7191. DUTCHMEN CLASSIC GL 27RK, lived in only 43 weeks, fiberglass exterior, 12’ slideout, upgraded flooring, Corian counter tops & molded sinks, bright & spacious interior, $7,900, call 204-981-6239, in Alamo, TX. 2000 32FT. JAYCO DESIGNER, good condition, anchored down Snow-toSun Park in Weslaco, TX, skirting, 26ft. covered patio, fully furnished, includes 2 TV’s, dishes, silverware, pots-pans, must see to appreciated,

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$6,000 OBO. 2005 MONTANA 3685FL, FRONT living room, dual air, Artic package, basement slide, W/D hookup, fireplace, central vacuum, 4 slides, smart fans, call 573-701-4528. 2014 MONTANA MOUNTAINEER 36FT., 3 slides, 2 A/C’s, 2 TV’s, fireplace, excellent condition, loaded, $32,500, 2015 Ford F-250 Diesel Super Duty 19,000 miles, still under warranty $42,500, in Weslaco, call 479926-0002. 2016 MONTANA MODEL 3721RL fifth wheel, W&D, Sat-tv, $55,900, 2014 Chev Durmax 4x4 $25,900, both bought new, excellent, wanted Diesel motorhome, prefer Jayco, Seneca, located in Mission, Tx, call 701-3614403. 2004 HITCHHIKER II FIFTH wheel, 32.5’ RIK TGLS, 3 slides, u-shaped kitchen, oak table with 4 chairs, desk, split bathroom, queen bed, new tires, asking $10,900, in Alamo, call 218310-7330 for more information. 1999 NEW VISION 38FT., 3 slideouts, excellent condition, many upgrades- new macerator toilet (no tanks to dump), sealed roof, furniture, TV, fridge, microwave, anchored, skirting, 2 sheds, must see, asking $10,500- negotiable, 810-358-3232 for information. 2010 JAYCO 5TH WHEEL, 36 ft., 4 slide-outs, excellent condition, awnings all the way around, lowered price to $23,500, please call Gary at 956-624-7803 for more information.

For Rent

1 1/2 BR, 1 BATH country home in San Isidro, TX, for information call 956-432-2437 or 956-844-8168.

For Sale

BICYCLES FOR SALE, 1 man’s, 1 woman’s, helmets included, also bread maker for sale, call 262-4125085. 2 SEAT 3 WHEEL mobility electric scooter, 2017, 40 mile range capacity, backup camera, signal lights, $2,350, call 218-290-4992. 2013 MOPED TRIKE 3- wheel, street legal, excellent shape, also 8ft. awning for RV, like new, call 816-7162540. SHED, WOOD SHED 6’x8’ shelves, sided new metal roof, $350, call Joe at 647-913-6720. CARGO TRAILER FULLY ENCLOSED, 2008 cargo trailer, fully enclosed, waterproof, 4’W, 6’L, 4’H, 3 years ago all new bearings and races, new 14” rims tires w/ spare, tows like

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a dream, $1200 OBO, text me @ 956739-7403 or email jimkarenstiles@ gmail.com, is at Pharr Paradise Resort RV Park. SATELLLITE DISH- TRIPOD- BOX, wiring, all for $75, call 956-451-0181. WASHER/ DRYER COMBO, NEVER been used, Splendid 23.4w X 33.5” high, depth 21”, wash 2-10 lbs, dry 2-6 lbs, $500 or best offer, buyer responsible for moving, call 605-520-4968.

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Golf Carts

TROJAN: T875 $130.00, T105 $119.00, T1275 $188.00, 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 $2,500 Electric 2014 Club Car Pres. $3,500 Call: 956-580-3370

Homes For Sale

HARLINGEN HOME FOR SALE, 4 bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths, his and hers full bathrooms, heated lap pool with approximately 1.5 acres, energy efficient , hurricane resistant, open concept, construction of 8 inch block and reinforced walls, garage, drive up carport, please call for an appointment at 956-454-1352, $229,000, check Zillow.com for details, 900 E. Alcott Ave., Harlingen, Texas 78550. MISSION MANOR 2 BED/ 2 BATH brick house, 1 1/2 lots, 10’ ceilings, 1860 sq.ft, 2 large bed w/ walk-in closets, tray ceilings, large master bath, 4’ shower w/ sky-light, 2 living areas, 2 dining areas, kitchen w/ ss appliances, newer roof, 1 1/2 garage, fenced yard, security system, sprinkler system, call 701-772-5476 or 701-7725143. PRICE REDUCE- 2 BEDROOM, 2 bath, 30x60 home fully furnished, 2 car garage, 65x130 lot, home in great condition, Village Grove Sub. in Donna, TX, no fees, $59,900, call 309338-3008. 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. SALE HOUSE WITH LOT, completely furnsihed two bedroom next to hall in 55+Park, 1026 El Paseo, La Hacienda Park Alamo, south Tower Road, $39,500, for information call 956-4753665

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Lots For Sale

35X60 RV LOT FOR sale with 10x14 shed, 50 amp, 1/2 canopy in Winter Green Estates 55+ Park, Mission, TX, asking $19,500, call 309-781-6542.

Miscellaneous

SELLING WILD ALASKAN SOCKEYE salmon boneless fillets, heart healthy, Omega 3 oil, no preservatives or dyes, $8.95/lb, smoked available, call 605-270-2306. BEGINNER LINEDANCING L2 W/ GINGER, have fun learning country bar & party line dances, waltzes, rock & roll, & dances with a Latin flair, while developing basic dance skills, Tuesdays (10:30-11:45am), Victoria Palms Ballroom, $5/class, contact Ginger (417-438-0005 or (956)782-3263. WORSHIP SERVICES, 11:00 A.M., First Presbyterian Church, 601 South Texas Avenue, Mercedes, come worship and fellowship with a friendly local congregation, everyone welcome,

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Mobile Homes

14X66 COMPLETELY FURNSIHED 2 bedrooms, 2 bath, large deck, 12x16 attached shed or man cave, new washer, fridge, counter tops and floor, lots of storage, Big Valley RV Park, Donna, Texas, Business 83, lot l027, call 319-610-2085. COMPLETELY FURNISHED MOBILE 12X57, 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, 12x16 storage, 58’ car port, major remodel to much to list, call for information 712-298-0002, $22,500 or reasonable offer. MOBILE HOME FOR SALE, 14x60 comes with lot, two bedroom, one bath, has workshop, full awning, Winter Green Estates, $43,000, call 573359-5682. PHARR SOUTH UPDATED DOUBLEWIDE, 3BR/ 2 Bath furnished, garage, carport, patio, many extras, nice pool, gated, reduced to $82,000, own your lot, no lot rent, HOA $50/mo, call Marlene at 913-708-3552. HERITAGE SQUARE 55+ PARK, 300 S. Bryan Rd., mobile home 52’x14’, move in ready, fully furnished, laminate flooring, all appliances good running, call 563-343-8072, good deal, $28,500.

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1995 14X52 MANUFACTURED HOME Omni Destiny model, all electric, furnished, 1 king, 1 queen, laundry, A/C, 2nd roof, double windows, slider door, covered patio, attached screen room, citrus trees, Kenwood gated park in La Feria, TX, $27,000, call 269-830-9233. 16X70 MOBILE HOME W/LOT in Senior Park in Alamo, TX, furnishings, carport, storage shed, patio, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath, ask $49,500, for information call 956-787-8244, 956-9292047 or 204-489-7887. 14X60 MOBILE HOME, TWO bedroom with King and queen beds, fully furnished with updated interior, new washer, newer dryer, walk-in shower, carport and attached shed, a must see at Casa Del Sol, call 563-880-2959. 14X40 CHARIOT MOBILE HOME, 13x24 Texas room with W/D, full bathroom, Oak cabinets in kitchen, dining, lots of storage & closet in bedroom, 2 baths, move in ready, well maintained, Alamo Rec Park Lot 225, call 956-782-9934. 1993 PALM HARBOR 16X76, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, completely furnished, 2 screened porches, storage sheds, covered carport, Citrus Valley RV Park Lot 1029, McAllen,TX, call 563249-9996 or 563-249-1143. MOBILE HOME- 1992 BRECKENRIDGE, 1,088 square feet- 16’x68’2Br/2Ba, plus: 12’x24’ attached shed, 8’x10’ laundry room, 10’x24’ deck, 12’x42’ car port, fenced yard (pet friendly), partially furnished, all electric, handicap accessible, central air, adult community, Valhalla park in Edinburg, Texas Lot #52, call owner @ 612-723-3467 or Sandy @ 956-3832218, priced to sell at $47,500. 14X60 MOBILE 2BR/ 2BATH with large Texas room, fully furnished in 55 + gated community, a must see, $20,500, call 918-694-0289 for more information. 14’X40’ 1987 MOBILE HOME, nice country location, 232 J-5 Park, 3907 N. Taylor Rd., Mission, TX, asking $16,500 US$, would include most contents of mobile and shed, possession mid March 2018, for details mflidgren@sasktel.net, call 306-7468069. OWN YOUR 60X100 LOT, furnished, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, garage, Val-Verde Grove, no HOA, $35,000, for more information call 651-356-2365. ROYAL PALMS ALAMO 55+, 2br, 1-1/2 baths mobile, storage shed, deeded lot, car port, 956-782-6646, also 2 br., 2 baths, upgrades, storage shed, TX room, ramp, deck, car port, double roof, new windows, fruit trees, 956-782-6646.

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FORMOST MOBILE 2/BR 1/BATH, 12x60, 60ft. patio, 21ft. carport, 10x14 shed, heat pum, A/C, W/D, mostly furnished, new updates, adult park, $17,500, 308-641-7665. 2001 SCHULT LEGACY 16X60, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, Texas Room, completely furnished with king bed, queen bed and queen hideabed, 2 recliners, computer desk, large TV, many built in cabinets, washer, dryer, on nice lot, fenced back yard & shed, at Yellow Rose Park, $29,500, call 319-8484098. 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 956-2838764 or www.pharrsouthforsale.com. 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 956-9293842. 14X60 MOBILE HOME, $13,999, Casa Del Sol Park #39, completely furnished, 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, lovely kitchen and living room, stove, refrigerator, furnace, A/C, washer, dryer, shed, carport, fruit trees, a must see, call Sauve 651-245-2652.

Motor Homes

2011 SPORTSCOACH PATHFINDER 405FK, very nce 42’, coach 4 slides, fireplace, 3 TVs, 3 recliners, Corian countertops, ceramic floors, read 7 side cameras, 340 Cummins diesel, new tires and awning, need to sell ASAP, asking $112,000 (negotiable), call 956-564-1849. 2001 AMERICAN EAGLE 40FT., 2 slides, 63,000 miles, 350HP Cummins diesel, beautiful blonde interior, $59,950, in San Juan, call Buddy at 940-210-1927 . 2005 DAMON INTRUDER MOTORHOME, 38 ft., Ford V-10, 3 slides, driver’s side door, many extras, 60,000 miles, 2 new tires, generator, asking $39,900 in McAllen, Texas, call 563-542-5390.

Motorcycles

2013 CAN AM SPYDER RT trike, red, 4200 miles, $15,000, call 956-2465794.

Park Models

PARK MODEL ASKING $12,000, 12x36, furnished, Texas room, queen size bed, washer and dryer, new floor, call 210-401-0478.

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1996 FUQUA AND LOT, 14x40 Park Model, 14x40 carport, fully furnished, 8x9 shed, The Grove RV Park Lot #63, San Juan, TX, also selling Lot #62 next door to #63, for sale or rent, 36x58 lot with concrete pad, RV set up Lot #62, call 612-270-0272 or 612807-7679. 2003 QUAILRIDGE 12X33 PARK model, 7 Oaks RV Park Lot 77, 801 S. Inspiration Rd. Mission, TX, 10x12 shed, washer, dryer, completely furnished, corner lot, $24,000, also Club Car available, good shape, new batteries, $2,000, call 765-418-5280. 1988 MAYFLOWER PARK MODEL, move in ready, fully furnished, everything stays, attached shed, roof A/Cgas heat, located in the Lemon Tree RV Inn Lot F-24, Mission, TX, $8,500 OBO, call 805-766-0141 or darylb@ pacbell.net (owner), or call 956-5856861 to view. 1989 MAYFLOWER, RECENT UPGRADES, refrigerator, carpet, water heater, TV, space heater, fully furnished, car awning and toold shed, can be seen at Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, TX, asking $8,000 or best offer, call 956-221-2735. 2007 WOODLAND PARK MODEL, great condition covered patio, shed with W/D, fully furnished, full size appliances, new water heater, carpeting,

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Services

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Travel Trailers

36’ SALEM DESTINATION, PURCHASED new 2012, no smoking, Amana refrigerator, queen bed, aluminum awning, skirting, 12x10 shed, washing machine, $16,000, Val’s Kountry Corral Lot #60 in Mission, TX, 479-936-1743. 2005 OUTBACK 30RLS SYDNEY edition, white interior, 15 foot slide, newer awning, good buy, $7,500, Bentsen Grove Resort #311, call 913642-9186. 2017 MONTE CARLO, PLATINUM Edition, 40’, tongue pull travel trailer, self-contained, 2 power slide outs, 2 airs with heat, fireplace, washer/dryer, electric awning, large appliances, large bathroom with garden tub, 20 gal. elec. water heater, 2 bedroom, front bunks, rear queen, sleeps 8, loaded with many options, deluxe inside and out, consider smaller trailer for trade, $32,900 OBO, will deliver, call 605-695-2713.

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beds, like new inside and out, $8,000 OBO, for information call 956-3919450, Fig Tree MH & RV Resort Lot #39, Harlingen, TX. WE PAY TOP CASH for your RV’s, park models, fifth wheels, travel trailers, mobile homes, and cars. We’ll leave your lot clean, call 956-8672366. 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. 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 956-9293842.

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COUPON INDEX 2nd Street Bistro......................................pg.22

Griffin Grill ...............................................pg. 23

American Discount Hearing.........................pg. 13

Hearing Aids ............................................pg. 12

Ann’s Rest................................................pg. 23

Kausch True Value ...................................pg. 19

Air Control A/C & Heating, Inc. ............pg. 37

Macaroni Grill ..........................................pg. 18

Baffin Bay ................................................pg. 23

National Lube Express ..........................pg. 18

Costa Messa ............................................pg. 22

Nikky’s Carpet Cleaning. .........................pg. 39

Denny’s ....................................................pg. 22

Tilted Kilt....................................................pg. 23

Dr. Gutierrez .............................................pg. 37

Tint on Wheels .......................................pg. 37

Easy Ride ..... .............................................pg. 3

Tony’s Roma............................................pg. 31

Encore .....................................................pg. 17

Victorias Restraunt ................................pg. 23

Gattis Pizza ............................................. pg. 37 Golf Cart Crossing .................................pg. 40

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