November 13, 2019 Winter Texan Times Vol. 33, No. 5 by Winter Texan Times

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IMAS holds Winter Texan Workshop See page 5

Veterans celebrate with free golf

Jim Bartelt was out golfing for the first time in five years. The Minnesota resident and Navy veteran, now a Winter Texan for 13 years, couldn’t golf because of a surgery, “and falling down the stairs didn’t help,” he said. He was one of more than 100 veterans who enjoyed a free day on Shary Municipal Golf Course as part of the City of Mission’s Veterans Weekend celebration. See GOLF pg. 2

What are you doing for others this year?

As we approach the holiday season, we know many of you out there are doing things for others. Our hearts and minds are drawn to the less fortunate during this time of year. Winter Texans help their communities with all sorts of things. In years past, we have seen you help by providing socks to children, jackets, clothes and meals to families. Parks throughout the Valley hold food and clothing drives, make quilts, or gather toy donations for needy children and families. See DOING pg. 14 INDEX “On the road with Jo” Parks Calendar Events Calendar WintertainersTM Taste of the Valley Business Guide Classifieds

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RGV Quilt Guild honors Vets

Eyes and faces were wet Monday afternoon as the colors were presented by the PSJA Early College High School JROTC during a Veterans event at Brookridge Retirement Community. Quilts in red, white and blue made by the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild hung along the stairway and banisters that circled the dining hall. Veterans filled the dining hall and stood while the colors were posted, and they sang the national anthem. WWII Veteran Sergeant Annette was thrilled to receive a quilt Monday.

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Shoeboxes that bring smiles

A simple shoebox can bring such toy to a child’s heart. This is just one purpose of Samaritan’s Purse/Operation Christmas Child. Organizers are building a local team this year to help get the Valley more involved with bringing those smiles to kids faces all over the world. This year, Elizabeth Dukquits is serving as an area coordinator. On her team is “Big” Lew Corya who serves as the church relations coordinator. They are spearheading to make the Valley more involved in the effort to gather gifts and coordinate packing the boxes and shipping them off. Operation Christmas Child started in 1993 in the United States when Samaritan’s Purse, an organization from Wales, partnered with them, to take it global. In 2018, 10.6 million shoeboxes were given out to children all across the world. More than 8 million of those boxes came from the United States. There goal for this year is 11 million. 168 million children have See SHOWBOXES pg. 17

Courtesy of Samaritan’s Purse

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A team anxiously watches as a putt rolls toward the hole.

Carlos and Theresa Chapa of Mission enjoying the golf tournament.

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From pg. 1 “The first thing I want to do is thank God for letting us be able to serve these veterans who have served our country,” Mission Mayor Armando O’Cana said. “This veteran’s weekend is going to become an annual thing. The feed back and reaction to these events have been wonderful.” The City of Mission, Ready Tee, the Red, White and Blue Foundation and Lone Star National Bank were major sponsors and not only provided the veterans with the free tournament, but also fed them on the course with tacos, ribs, grilled pineapple and more at hole No. 10, sponsored by the O’Cana family. The Mayor said that while he was not a veteran, his dad served during World War II and his brothers both had tours of duty in Vietnam. He added that he was a golfer however who played military-style golf. “I hit my ball left, then right, then left...” he joked. The city turned a Veterans Day into a full weekend celebration with events including a solemn flag ceremony where they placed a flag at every tombstone in the Mission Veterans Cemetery, opened the Veterans Park to the public, had what they expected to be a small parade turn into an event with 70 entries, a car show and other events at 5x5 Brewery, and a one-stop shop with more than 20 agencies in attendance that serve veterans to provide information and services. Mayor Armando O’Cana “We also had a Vaquero cook off, and shows someone his a chili cook off with different groups reprefamily’s banner. senting different branches,” the mayor said. “A group of cooks from the Marines won that event. “Our veterans have already given the time for us to be able to be free and to run a city government in a peaceful setting,” O’Cana said. “Now we are committed to making this an annual event that’s bigger and better.” Door prizes were given to each of the 108 veterans who parVeterans wait for the group ticipated. ahead of them to clear the “This is a great day,” said Bartelt, who resides at W&I a Resort green. in Mission, a park he said his in-laws started. “My doctor said I could give it a try, so I am doing it. This is a great event and was a terrific weekend. I love it.”

Volunteers pose in front of the grill at No. 10 at Shary Municipal Golf Course.

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From pg. 1 Some stood even though they needed an extra hand or something to lean on. The vets still showed their love for the country they served, even if their bodies were far different than the ones they had when they served. The Veterans at the community were gathered to receive quilts that were lovingly made by the RGV Quilt Guild. This group of ladies work tirelessly to be able to present quilts and wall hangings to a community every Veterans Day. This year, they made over 20 quilts for the vets at Brookridge. The event started with the presentation of the colors, then the anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, and the music for each branch of military was played as well. As the music played, vets representing that branch stood at attention with their fingers to their foreheads, paying their respect to the flags, to their country, and to each other. After this, a poem was read. The poem, titled Thank You Veterans, was written by a then fifth grader, Justin. It read, “Thank you for the job well done. Thank you for the battles won.

Thank you for the battles fought. Thank you for the freedom bought. Thank you for the time you served. Thank you for the freedom earned. Thank your families for sharing you. I know they miss you, they really do. I’m sorry for the lives that were lost. Freedom isn’t cheap, It comes at a very high cost. I love my freedom, My Red, White and Blue. Thank you Veterans for all that you do.” Leslie, a Brookridge representative, said a short prayer for the food and the veterans before introducing the ladies of the RGV Quilt Guild. Quilts were presented to each Veteran in attendance. One by one they were recognized for their service. There were petty officers, specialists, corporals, lieutenants, staff sergeants, sergeants, seamen, and other ranks of all the military branches. One sergeant receiving a blanket was

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the only female WWII veteran at the community. Annette said she served in public relations. While serving, she was stationed in three different areas. She shared that she was present as they would bring in the soldiers from the hospitals. “The hardest, was seeing those that came from Japan,” she said. “From the prisoner of war camps.” She, as were all the other veterans, were thrilled to receive their quilts. Annette was excited to talk to one of the RGV Quilt Guild members telling her she used to sew quilts years ago. The event included a barbecue lunch for the Veterans and their family members. The RGV Quilt Guild has about 300 members during the Winter Texan season. The group meets every second Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon at Trophy Gardens RV Park in Alamo, 800 Hwy 495. Each month features a different speaker. December 14 will feature Tina Hilton (Turtle Hand Batik) and a surprise guest. They also hold an Annual Quilt Show in February on SPI. Visit www. rgvqg.com for more information.

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IMAS holds Winter Texan Workshop series Develop new art skills and socialize with other Winter Texans. The International Museum of Art and Science (IMAS) introduces a series of four Winter Texan Workshops this December through March featuring Mexican Embroidery, Landscapes, Milagros Hoop Art, and Floral Painting. These art workshops take place every third Saturday of the month, December through March, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each workshop features a guided tour of a current fine art exhibit followed by a studio art-making activity and refreshments. All workshops are open to beginning and experienced artists. On December 21, IMAS teaching artist Lisa Cortez will teach about the origin of beautiful Tenango embroidery, a distinctive Mexican fiber art form, and participants will create their own Tenango embroidery piece. Explore the history of landscapes with a behind-the-scenes look at art works in the museum’s collection with IMAS teaching artist Roni Cortez. On January 18, 2020, she will lead this landscape painting workshop for participants at all levels – previous art experience is not required – and everyone will have the opportunity to paint with acrylics.

IMAS teaching artist Valerie Escamilla will lead the final two workshops. On February 15, 2020, she will present Mila-

gros Hoop Art. Milagros are small metal charms commonly used in Mexican folk art. Participants will learn about this folk

art and create a mixed-media work of art using milagros, felt, and embroidery. The final workshop, Floral Painting, will take place on March 21, 2020, when participants will explore different watercolor techniques with various watercolor types and applications. A still-life bouquet of flowers will provide a starting-point composition after which participants will be encouraged to experiment painting their own spring floral design. Visitors can also explore the IMAS fine art galleries including large-scale charcoal murals of Dialogues with Mother Earth, Highlights of the Permanent Collection, Mexican & Latin American Folk Art, and the upcoming Compulsory Measures. Winter Texan Workshops are $10 per workshop and limited to 15 participants. All workshops include General Admission on the day of the workshop. IMAS Members receive a discount. All workshop supplies are provided. The museum is located at the intersection of Bicentennial Way and Nolana Avenue at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen. Log onto https://www.theimasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800 for more information.

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Cultural Storytelling held at Quinta Mazatlan

Texas historian and premiere chronicler of Texas lore to present a cultural storytelling masterwork. On Thursday, November 14th at 6 p.m., Quinta Mazatlán will host Dr. W.F. Strong as guest speaker for Nights at the Mansion speaker series. He will discuss and share excerpts from his book “Stories from Texas.” Dr. Strong writes, “If all goes as planned, you should find plenty of laughter here and maybe even a tear or two. There is humor and pathos, joy, wonder, and some melancholic longing for a Texas that once was but can never be again.” “Stories from Texas” is a collection of 75 radio broadcasts celebrating his home state. In 2010, Dr. Strong first began sharing stories from Texas vignettes on NPR stations. He now has his own podcast, also titled, “Stories from Texas.” His distinct Texan tongue weaves stories from How to Talk Texan to Texas Dr. W.F. Strong Professor of CommuBards and Troubadours; from Tall nication and Culture, Fulbright Scholar Texas Tales to Lone Star icons like The University of Texas - Rio Grande ValCharles Goodnight, Tom Landry and Blue Bell ice cream; from legends ley. Visit Quinta Mazatlán on Thursday, and heroes of the past to some heart- November 14th at 6 pm for a cultural felt memories of his own. Dr. Strong storytelling experience with Dr. Strong is a Professor of Communication as he presents “Stories From Texas.” and Culture and a Fulbright Scholar at The University of Texas - Rio old. Children 2 years and under are free. Grande Valley. He also writes, occasion- Quinta Mazatlán is located at 600 Sunally, for Texas Highways Magazine. set Drive in McAllen, one block south of Nights at the Mansion speaker series is La Plaza Mall on 10th Street. For more free with park admission, and takes place information, contact Quinta Mazatlán at every Thursday at 6pm through May (956) 681-3370 visit quintamazatlan.com 2020. Park admission is $3 for adults, $2 or facebook events page facebook.com/ for seniors and children 3 to 12 years of McAllenQuintaMazatlan

UVAL hosts art for a cause event

The Upper Valley Art League (UVAL) will be holding an art exhibit and auction this Saturday, November 16, as a service project. They have partnered with Kailash Satyarthi’s Children’s Foundation, an organization dedicated to fighting child labor worldwide. The title of this year’s project is “The Price of Free”. The Kailash Satyarthi Children’s Foundation US is dedicated to eradicating child labor and child exploitation by educating and mobilizing the public, engaging the private sector to prioritize children in their business models, building capacity of partners on the ground and advocating for the protection of children in national and international policies. Kailash Satyarthi has been a tireless advocate of children’s rights for over three decades.

In 2014, he was jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for “struggle against the suppression of children and young people and for the right of all children to education.” One in every 10 children are child laborers, losing his/her childhood, pushed out of school, exploited and abused. The challenge is tough but together we can make a difference. The art exhibit and auction will be held on Saturday, November 16, at the Mission Events Center Orchard Room from 6 to 9 p.m. The Mission Event Center is located at 200 N. Shary Road in Mission. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Information about the foundation can be found at https://satyarthi-us.org.

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Free guided nature walks offered

Harlingen’s Hugh Ramsey Nature Park boasts 250 some species of Rio Grande Valley native plants, shrubs, trees, cactus and the untold numbers of birds, butterflies and critters that use this native habitat. Rio Grande Valley Chapter, Texas Master Naturalist volunteers maintain Ebony Loop’s specialty gardens, working as a team every Thursday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. Many Winter Texans and local residents work alongside the naturalists. Volunteers are always welcome. In addition to the Thursday morning volunteer opportunity, Texas master naturalists offer free guided native plant tours on the first Friday and third Saturday each month through May 2020. There will be only one held in November, on the 16th. Next one will be held December 6, and continue as scheduled. There’s always something blooming around Ebony Loop. Hear about a fun shrub called snake eyes and maybe catch a chachalaca feasting on the berries. Mexican caesalpinia, is showy into the winter

with bright yellow flowers. Learn about native plants that attract butterflies and birds. Runyon’s esenbeckia, the rarest tree in Texas, is showcased in a garden named for historic Brownsville botanist, Robert Runyon. One of the mysteries of our native trees is that many of them bloom after rain. With the recent rains, it’s a good opportunity to see which trees and plants will be showing their colors. Ebony Loop is an easy quarter mile level caliche trail. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water and bug spray for yourself if desired. Restrooms are located at the park entrance. Hugh Ramsey Nature Park is at 1000 South 499, just two miles south of Harlingen’s Valley International Airport or just north of the Arroyo Colorado River Bridge on Ed Carey Dr. Meet up with the guides in the parking lot where the two-hour tour begins at 9 a.m.

Edward Jones is partnering up to serve as the national presenting sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, November 16. “At Edward Jones, we live and work in the communities we serve. We want to make a difference in people’s lives, both in and out of the office,” said Edward Jones’ McAllen office. “Many of us have witnessed the devastating effects of Alzheimer’s disease firsthand.” The annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 16. Registration begins at 8 a.m., with a ceremony at 9 a.m. and the walk starts at 9:30 a.m. The walk will be held at the Bert Ogden Arena in Pharr.

If you, family members, friends or neighbors would like to support the Edward Jones team as a walker or by making a donation, contact (956) 630-0241, or visit www.alz.org/edwardjones. On the website, click search in the purple bar at top of page. Click find team and enter EDJ 153 – Team Leo, David and Glenda, then click search and click on name of team – Team captain is Glenda Rodriguez. You can join their team, donate to the team, or donate to an individual walker through the website. If you, or someone you know, has been impacted by Alzheimer’s, a hotline has been set up for individuals, friends and family members affected by the disease. Call 844-440-6600 to learn more about resources in your community.

Walk to benefit Alzheimer’s on Nov. 16

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PARKS

CALENDAR EDITOR’S NOTE: Items for the Parks Calendar must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers or activity directors. Listings must come from the park and are to be submitted on the Winter Texan Times Parks Calendar Submission Form. Request this form from the Winter Texan Times office. Multiple activities may be submitted on the park’s letterhead, provided the same information is provided in the format of the Submission Form. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons or dance classes. Submission deadline is Wednesday noon, one week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com or fax to 956-580-7898. Wednesday, November 6 Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Biscuit and gravy. Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Re-

sort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. 55+ Older Golf Scramble - Monte Cristo Golf & Country Club, Edinburg, 2:30pm, $25 admission fee, Dinner included, Prizes given to winner. Happy Hour - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3pm, With Diego, pass the hat. Karaoke Meal - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4:30-6:30pm, At the Hynes Event Center, dinner menu and meal price varies. Karaoke - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5pm, With Harry & Judy at the Hynes Event Center. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steve May & The Southern Knights. BYOB, concessions, popcorn, pop, candy, ice and chips. Hot dogs available $2 from 5-7 pm. $6pp. Thursday, November 7 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies.

Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm, Burgers & More. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Lunch & Jam Session - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 11:30am3pm, Lunch served from 11:30 am to 1 pm, jam from 1 pm to 3 pm. All are welcome. For information, call Gene 937241-8297. Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 12:30-3pm, Jamin’ with Paul. Country/Gospel Music Jam - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 1-3pm, 50/50 & refreshments on the break, info: contact James at 402-630-0492. Dinner - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm, Spaghetti or baked spaghetti with sides and pudding, $6pp. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30-5:30pm, BYOB/own table service/snacks. Dessert and soda for sale. $3pp/all you can eat. Karaoke - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30pm, Snack bar open. Dance - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp, concessions/food served. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Prayer and Praise. Entertainment - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7pm, Curt James, guitar player and singer. BYOB, bring your dancing shoes! $7pp.

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Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm. Friday, November 8 Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, Route 66 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Craft Fair - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Homemade and purchased crafts, breakfast for sale, free admission. Line Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 10am-2pm, With Karen Tripp, second half is intermediate, concessions available. $4pp. Public Lunch - Oleander Acres, Mission, 11am-1pm, Homemade lunches that include dessert and drink. Menu varies monthly. $5pp. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 3-5pm, With Carlos Canas at the Hynes Event Center, bar available, pass the hat. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-9pm, DJ Richard, $5pp, BYOB/ snacks, free ice, popcorn/soda for sale. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-11pm, Star Fire Band, 50-50 raffle, BYOD. See PARKS pg. 8

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From pg. 7 Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, Dance to Diego & Edith. Saturday, November 9 Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Biscuit and gravy. Big Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Sausage gravy and biscuits and eggs, hash browns, bacon, ham, sausage, and etc. Breakfast - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7:30-9am, Menu is pancakes, waffles, sausage, ham, scrambled eggs, applesauce, and coffee. Seconds on pancakes and waffles. $5pp. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7:30-9am, Varied menu including pancakes, eggs, sausage, ham, biscuits, and gravy, etc. Please bring your own service. Patio Sales - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Resident patio sales, free admission. Craft Sale - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8am-Noon. Yard Sale - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 8am-Noon. Park Wide Patio Sales - Quiet Village II, Donna, 8am-Noon. Park Patio Sale - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 8am-Noon. Park Wide Patio Sale - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 8am-Noon. Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 11am-1pm, BYOB/Snacks, popcorn & soda for sale. Open jam, all welcome.

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Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm, Burgers and more. Karaoke - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 1-4pm, All Winter Texans welcome. There is no charge for this event. Bring your courage and participate or just come listen! Country Music Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6-8:30pm, If you are using GPS you must enter the address as 1400 West Hooks Road, Donna, Texas. Come join the fun! Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, With Curt James, $6pp. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp. Everybody welcome! BYOB, snack bar, raffles, music requests, line dancing instruction. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, With Diego at the Hynes Event Center, $7pp, out of park tickets sold one week prior. Sunday, November 10 Church - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8:30am, Non-denominational church service with Pastor Jesse Hernandez. Bible study follows service. Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:30am, Non-denominational service. Church Services - San Juan Gardens, 8:45-9:45am, Non-denominational. Public welcome. Church Service - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 8:45am, Non-denominational with Pastor Bob Kracht. Communion first Sun-

day each month. Church Service - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am, Non-denominational service with Chaplain Jim Troutman. Communion every first Sunday. Church Services - Quiet Village II, Donna, 9:30-10:30am. Church Service - Mission West RV Park, 10-11am, Non-denominational service with Pastor Jeff Dilks, everyone welcome. Coffee and cookies served following service. Non-denominational Service - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10am, Pastor Bill Roth. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, 10:30 am and 7:00 pm. Dinner - Lamplighter Park, 4-5:30pm, Scalloped potatoes, ham, and sides, $6pp, homemade pies. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, 5:308pm. Movie Night - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, Visit website for movie title. Monday, November 11 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Golf Scrambles - Mission West RV Park, 10am-Noon, Public Scrambles Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 10 AM. Ladies Scramble Thursday - 10 AM. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande,

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meal price varies. Monday Night Hamburgers - Mission West RV Park, 4-5:30pm, Public welcome, offering mesquite-grilled burgers as well as grilled chicken. Specials are a hamburger with all the “fixins”, french fries, and iced tea or coffee for $5pp or a cheeseburger, french fries, and iced tea or coffee for $5.50pp. Dinner - Lamplighter Park, 4-5:30pm, Stuffed chicken breasts and sides, $6pp, homemade pies. Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30-6pm, Stuffed pork loin. Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, 5:308pm. Tuesday, November 12 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 8am, 8:00 am Men’s Prayer and Bible Study, 9:30 am Women’s Prayer and Bible Study. Ultra Beginner Line Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am. Beginner Line Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am. Lunch - Oleander Acres, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, 1/4 lb hamburgers, cheeseburgers, vegeburgers, hot dogs and chili dogs, chips, soda or water. Admission fees vary. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande,

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From pg. 9 All Park Yard Sale - Bentsen Grove Dance - Leisure Valley Ranch, MisResort, Palmview, 8am-Noon. sion, 7-10pm, The Bottom Line Band, Public Breakfast - Oleander Acres, doors open at 6 pm, $7pp. Mission, 8-11am, Homemade buttermilk Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park biscuits and sausage gravy, eggs anyway Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, served with hashbrowns and bacon, sau- 7-10pm, With Leslie Blasing at the Hynes sage links, or ham, and toast. Event Center, $7pp. out of park residents Market Square - Oleander Acres, Mis- may purchase tickets Monday prior to sion, 8-11am, Breakfast, plants, fruits, dance. vegetables, jewelry, patio sale, crafts, etc. Sunday, November 17 Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, Church - Bentsen Grove Resort, 11am-1pm, BYOB/Snacks, popcorn & Palmview, 8:30am, Non-denominational soda for sale. Open jam, all welcome. church service with Pastor Jesse HernanRock n Roll/Big Band Jam - McAl- dez. Bible study follows service. len Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, Dessert and Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, coffee, free admission, musicians and vo- 8:30am, Non-denominational service. calists by invitation only. Call Pat at 956Church Services - San Juan Gardens, 874-5041. 8:45-9:45am, Non-denominational. PubKaraoke - Winter Ranch RV Resort, lic welcome. Alamo, 1-4pm, All Winter Texans welChurch Service - Winter Haven Park, come. There is no charge for this event. Pharr, 8:45am, Non-denominational with Bring your courage and participate or just Pastor Bob Kracht. Communion first Suncome listen! day each month. Country Music Jam - Val Verde RV Church Service - Tropic Winds MH & Park, Donna, 6-8:30pm, If you are using RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am, Non-denomiGPS you must enter the address as 1400 national service with Chaplain Jim TroutWest Hooks Road, Donna, Texas. Come man. Communion every first Sunday. join the fun! Church Services - Quiet Village II, Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Ala- Donna, 9:30-10:30am. mo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp. EveryChurch Service - Mission West RV body welcome! BYOB, snack bar, raffles, Park, 10-11am, Non-denominational music requests, line dancing instruction. service with Pastor Jeff Dilks, everyone Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, welcome. Coffee and cookies served fol7-10pm, Greyrock, $6pp. lowing service.

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info call 956-585-3185 or John at 260615-0003. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 3-5pm, With The Lockharts at the Hynes Event Center, bar available, pass the hat. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Bottomline Band, $8pp, BYOB/snacks, free ice, popcorn/soda for sale. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, With Rte 66 band, $8pp. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7-10pm, Dixon & Company, BYOB, concessions available, $6pp. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-11pm, Star Fire Band, 50-50 raffle, BYOD. Saturday, November 23 Big Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Sausage gravy and biscuits and eggs, hash browns, bacon, ham, sausage, and etc. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7:30-9am, Varied menu including pancakes, eggs, sausage, ham, biscuits, and gravy, etc. Please bring your own service. Park Yard Sale - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 8am-Noon, In Main Hall. Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 11am-1pm, BYOB/Snacks, popcorn & soda for sale. Open jam, all welcome. Rock n Roll/Big Band Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, Dessert and coffee, free admission, musicians and voSee PARKS pg. 16

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Museums, Museums, Museums

Museums abound in South Texas. If you or your child or grandchild are interested in history, then you have come to the right place. Museums and history can be so much fun! There are so many museums from Edinburg all the way down to Port Isabel and South Padre Island. Museum after museum after museum could entertain you on any of your week end exploratory drives. Let’s start with Edinburg and the MOSTH museum ..... MOSTH standing for Museum of South Texas History. Exhibits take you back to pre-historic times in our area with a mammoth to greet you as you arrive. This museum depicts the history and culture of our area into the 1900’s. You can even see the saddle that belonged to Pancho Villa. The museum utilizes the old Hidalgo County Jail, beautifully situated on Closner Street in the very center of Edinburg. Part of the old jail is still intact, and although it brought shivers to my spine, my grandson thought it was really cool. The first time I visited this museum, I was very impressed with the bi-lingual explanations on all of the displays. Since our history and culture definitely tie to that of Mexico, it seemed only fitting to me that people from either country or either culture should be able to read about our history. The museum is closed on Mondays, but other days of the week, convenient hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a. m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Call (956) 3836911 to verify times and any entry fees. On the other end of the scale would be a second museum - The Motorcycle Museum - with an awesome collection of vintage bikes. Although it is quite small, the cycles displayed are all in very good condition and would no doubt appeal to those who like motors and engines and like to admire the evolution of the Harleys and Indians that are on display. This museum is located at 4403 Richardson Rd. in Edinburg and is open. All the way from Edinburg to South Padre Island, almost every town has at least one museum. Perhaps one of the most interesting to the young, and to the more energetic, would be the Light House in Port Isabel. This Light House is the only one remaining on the Texas Coast that you can actually enter and climb some 80 winding steps to the top. There, you will have a magnificent view of Port Isabel, South Padre Island and the sparkling blue waters of the Gulf of Mex-

ico. You can even see across the channel to Space X on Boca Chica Boulevard! The light house was constructed in 1852 to guide ships through Santiago Pass. I sometimes wonder if perhaps the light house was built not just to guide the ships, but perhaps as a deterrent to Jean La Fitte, the famous pirate who often visited South Padre Island. Old timers say that Lafitte tied lanterns to donkeys’ legs and had them walking up and down the island. Ships offshore, seeing the blinking lights, would think that must be a village and would run their ships aground as they tried to make shore only to be looted by the pirates waiting to take their bounty. Just maybe the locals were tired of Lafitte’s shenanigans and wanted the pirates to move north and east towards Galveston and New Orleans. Who knows? But if you are taking young ones, or someone with an imagination, they will like the donkey story. And while talking about Jean Lafitte, why not visit his well in Laguna Vista? Never did I believe that you could really find fresh water if you dug down deep enough - especially if you dug on the leeward side of an island. Then one Saturday afternoon, a lady friend and I were out exploring for a possible shelling tour to Puerto Mezquita, Mexico. As we looked across the bay to the barrier island, we saw several men gathered around what appeared to be a big hole dug into the sand. Buckets of water were being hauled up and poured into 55-gallon drums. Even after filling the drums, the men kept waiting around the well. Finally, we realized that they must be waiting for us to leave so that they could enjoy their weekly Saturday bath. So much for wells in salty terrains. Maybe Jean Lafitte also enjoyed a weekly freshwater bath at his well!

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If your park or resort is one of these, please let us know. We would like to feature what you are doing for the community you call home while here. Also, if you are planning a Thanksgiving or Christmas, or any other holiday event, let me know about that too. We look forward to featuring you and your activities in the Winter Texan Times. Email items to carina@wintertexantimes.com

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While it may be a little farther than most restaurants, the Baffin Bay Seafood Company, located in Rivera, is certainly worth the effort to get there. The restaurant sits right on the coast of Baffin Bay, a well-known fishing spot for black drum, redfish and speckled trout. It can also be a good spot for birders as roseate spoonbills can often be spotted in the area during their migratory stays. The bay borders the King Ranch and the Kenedy Ranch, so the possibility of seeing wildlife is good, including deer, javalinas, Nilgai, and smaller mammals like raccoons. One of the most popular items on the restaurant’s menu is black drum ribs, usually served with hand-breaded onion rings. The Baffin Bay Seafood Company may just be the only restaurant to serve these tasty ribs fried with cornmeal. They are delicious! Especially with their homemade tartar sauce made with special secret ingredients. They offer other tasty sides, such as the grilled vegetables with onions and mushrooms. In addition to the black drum ribs, we tried the grilled and fried drum, which were both delicious. We just had to sample the fried shrimp and grilled shrimp. Both are very WITH PURCHASE OF ANY COMBO MEAL good, and my personal favorite was the big, plump grilled Not valid with any other offers. Limited to one single cone or dish shrimp with a delicious fresh-catch taste. per guest. Additional toppings and/or waffle cone available at an My husband, the gumbo expert in the family, said their additional cost. Must present coupon to redeem. Dine-in only. VALID AT PHARR, MCALLEN, HARLINGEN AND BROWNSVILLE, TX gumbo is great! We also had oysters on the half shell and LOCATIONS ONLY. EXPIRES 03/31/20 fried oysters. Steaks and chicken are also available for those who aren’t in the mood for a great seafood dinner. Save room for their delicious desserts! You’ll enjoy rounding out your meal with molten lava cake, brownies with ice cream or New York cheesecake. WTT_CouponConeorDish_Combo_3.218x3.09.indd 1 10/3/2019 1:1 Patrons Rick and Mary Ann had come from San Antonio to try the black drum ribs they had heard about and they said they really enjoyed them. $ Linda, a local, said the drum ribs are so good they don’t All-American Breakfast need any kind of sauce to complement their delicious flaTHE Includes Two eggs, any style, Breakfast vor. She loves the ribs and the Baffin Bay Seafood CompaPotatoes, Choice of Bacon, Ham or ny is the only place she knows that serves them. Greg, anSausage, and choice of Toast. other local, said his favorite by far is the frog legs. “I like to Served 7 am-9 am With coupon only. Expires 11-27-19 FOOD, FRIENDS, FUN come on Mondays when frog legs are the special,” he said. A trip to the Baffin Bay Seafood Company, combined One of the area’s Top Restaurants EARLY BIRD SPECIAL according to Trip Advisor with a sightseeing trip to the King Ranch, might just be unbeatable. Winter Texan resorts may want to organize a dinner trip for their residents. If a busload is going, please call 361-297-5174 and let them know in advance how 1906 E. Griffin Parkway Any Dinner Menu item Minimum order of two dinners many are coming. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to Corner of Glasscock & Griffin Pkwy required. Special does not apply to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. lunch menu items. Mission, Texas on Sunday. They are located at 1294 CR 2360 E on the Served 4pm - 7pm Mon.- Wed. 7am - 3pm • Thur. - Fri. 7am - 9pm coastline in Rivera. With coupon only. Expires 11-27-2019 Sat. 8am - 9pm • Sun. 9am - 2pm

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From pg. 11 calists by invitation only. Call Pat at 956874-5041. Karaoke - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 1-4pm, All Winter Texans welcome. There is no charge for this event. Bring your courage and participate or just come listen! Country Music Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6-8:30pm, If you are using GPS you must enter the address as 1400 West Hooks Road, Donna, Texas. Come join the fun! Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp. Everybody welcome! BYOB, snack bar, raffles, music requests, line dancing instruction. Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart, $7pp. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, Diego, $6pp. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, With Pelican West at the Hynes Event Center, $8pp, out of park residents may purchase tickets Monday prior to dance. Sunday, November 24 Church - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8:30am, Non-denominational church service with Pastor Jesse Hernandez. Bible study follows service. Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:30am, Non-denominational service. Church Services - San Juan Gardens, 8:45-9:45am, Non-denominational. Public welcome. Church Service - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 8:45am, Non-denominational with Pastor Bob Kracht. Communion first Sunday each month. Church Service - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am, Non-denominational service with Chaplain Jim Troutman. Communion every first Sunday. Church Services - Quiet Village II, Donna, 9:30-10:30am. Church Service - Mission West RV Park, 10-11am, Non-denominational service with Pastor Jeff Dilks, everyone welcome. Coffee and cookies served following service. Church - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 10am, Non-denominational. Non-denominational Service - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10am, Pastor Bill Roth. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, 10:30 am and 7:00 pm. Dinner - Lamplighter Park, 4-5:30pm, Chicken, rice, and sides, $6pp, homemade pies. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, 5:308pm. Movie Night - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, Visit website for movie title. Monday, November 25 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe

Grande, meal price varies. Golf Scrambles - Mission West RV Park, 10am-Noon, Public Scrambles Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 10 AM. Ladies Scramble Thursday - 10 AM. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Monday Night Hamburgers - Mission West RV Park, 4-5:30pm, Public wel-r come, offering mesquite-grilled burgersO as well as grilled chicken. Specials are a hamburger with all the “fixins”, frencha fries, and iced tea or coffee for $5pp or ay cheeseburger, french fries, and iced tea ork w coffee for $5.50pp. Dinner - Lamplighter Park, 4-5:30pm,t Beef, noodles, and sides, $6pp, homeb made pies. Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palm-y view, 4:30-6pm, Stuffed green pepper. i Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, 5:30-N g 8pm. Country Jam Session - Mission West RV Park, 6-8:30pm, All musicians arec invited to join us for our Monday nightt jam session, led by Jim Smith. Also havep a 50/50 drawing and a drawing for a freef Hamburger Meal. For more info contactC C Jim at 217-433-9210. t Tuesday, November 26 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Parka Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 8am, 8:00 am Men’s Prayer and Bible Study, 9:30 am Women’s Prayer and Bible Study. Craft Sale - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 8am-Noon. Open House - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 9am-3pm. Ultra Beginner Line Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am. Beginner Line Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am. Lunch - Oleander Acres, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, 1/4 lb hamburgers, cheeseburgers, vegeburgers, hot dogs and chili dogs, chips, soda or water. Admission fees vary. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country Jam - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-3pm, Open to all musicians and the public. Come for hamburgers, lunch starting at 11am. Cake, cookies, and coffee during break. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3:30-5pm, BYOB/free ice, popcorn & soda for sale. Pass the bucket donations. Bingo - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, Snack Bar opens at 5:30 pm.

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received a shoebox since the beginning of sOperation Christmas Child. a The project goes to over 160 countries hand are pushing to get into more every ayear. While they want to reach as many rkids as possible in impoverished, third world countries, the project is simple to take part in. Corya, a pastor with BT McAllen, has been helping the organization for several years. BT McAllen has been participating in the collection of boxes for 15 years. -Now, Corya wants to get more churches, groups, and Winter Texan parks involved. Dukquits said, right now, even though ecollections are coming to an end soon, tthey are trying to get the word out on what epeople can do to help out. Their range is from Brownsville out to Laredo and to tCorpus Christi. Even though Laredo and Corpus have their own drop off locations, they have chosen to spread the word as far as they can. , e

Corya said they will be at this year’s Winter Texan Expo. His goal is to get at least two Winter Texan volunteers that will help him make a real impact. They can start collecting or putting together boxes early and already have some things done before coming back to the Valley in the fall. He wants help in talking to local churches and organizations to share the message of how they can help send boxes to the children. To date, they have already collected nearly 6,000 boxes. The program has kickoffs in early October, but they encourage people to start collecting early. The earlier you start, the more you can collect. November 18-25 is the time to put the boxes together and make sure they are ready to be shipped off. They said they are looking for leaders that can organize collections in their own parks, or churches, and then bring to their drop off location at BT McAllen. You collect the boxes, make sure they are packed right, and then bring to the church. BT McAllen then goes through the boxes and makes sure it is done correctly before shipping them out to their main office in Dallas. It’s a simple program – They have suggested items to put in the shoebox for girls and boys from ages two to 14 years old. Although the Corya suggests buying items in bulk, or they could be something as simple as par-

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ty favors. The items don’t have to be expensive…. They have to be small. Most boxes have items such as baby dolls, coloring books, crayons, chalk, silly putty, socks, jump ropes, marbles, yoyos, and other small items. These are items the kids would not otherwise have. A $9 donation per box is welcome to help with shipping and materials, but it is not a requirement to participate. This program is helping children all over the world, said Dukquits. It’s helping those that have no access to anything. It’s non-denominational, she said, you get a box no matter what, but they do like to share a message. Corya said Jesus is at the core of this project. While it is not mandatory for the children or families to participate, all that receive a box are invited to listen to a message. After that, they are invited to participate in a bible class that continues sharing the message of the plan of salvation. “They don’t know God. They haven’t heard of God,” added Corya. This box plants a seed and the program helps that seed grow if they want to take part in it. They both stressed, that the recipients do not have to participate to receive a box. “It’s an invitation.”

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Courtesy of Samaritan’s Purse “No strings attached,” said Dukquits. “It’s an opportunity,” added Corya. They share the main message of the gift of love. When the children see these gifts and wonder why people would do such a thing for them. “They look at this box, and they can’t believe that somebody clear across the world packed this for them,” said Dukquits. “To them, it’s everything,” said Corya. If you would like to help, or need a few boxes, call Dukquits at (956) 458-1005. If you would like to help out at BT McAllen, call (956) 686-5296. BT McAllen is located at 2001 Trenton Road in McAllen. For more information about Operation Christmas Child and Samaritan’s Purse, visit online at samaritanspurse.org/ occ. For online shopping go to samaritanspurse.org/buildonline.

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CALENDAR The Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Winter Texan Coffee Bar inside the Visitor Center Lobby from November to March. Free coffee and pastries, Monday – Friday. Winter Texans can come in and enjoy one of several educational movies we have on the RGV Sugar Growers, Historic Ranches of the RGV and nature videos. November 6-10 – The Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival will be held in Harlingen with tours and daily events at the Harlingen Convention Center, 7001 Harlingen Heights Drive. For more information visit rgvbf.org. November 6 – They’re Playing Our Song will be performed from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the South Padre Island Convention Centre, 7355 Padre Blvd. Based on the book by Neil Simon. Contact El Paseo Arts Foundation at (956) 9434700 for more information. November 6 – Internationally renowned “La Jaiba Downs” crab races are held on the Quarterdeck Lounge Raceway on Wednesday nights where the host, Isla Grand Beach Resort, gives away “Grand” dollars good for food and refreshments on the property. The races are held from 7 to 9 p.m. The resort is located at 500 Padre Blvd. at South Padre Island. November 7 – The Rio Grande Woodcarvers will be from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Loop, in Pharr. Event is held every Thursday through March 26. Free admission, everyone welcome. Call (956) 7611986 for more information. November 7 – The UTRGV Percussion Ensemble will perform from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W. University Dr. in Edinburg. Free admission. For special accommodations, call (956) 665-3881. November 9 – South Padre Island Convention Centre will host the South Padre Island Food Truck Festival starting at 12 p.m. The event is free to the public to enjoy dishes and food of all types. The festival will include live music, arts and crafts, and more. November 9 – The Rio Grande Valley Quilt guild meets once a month at Trophy Gardens, 800 W. 495 in Alamo. The event is free to members, $10 for non-members. Guest speakers are at each meeting. Call (956) 329-1755 for more information. November 9 – An exhibition of photo-

graphs by members of the Upper Valley Art League will open with a free public reception from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Kika de la Garza Fine Arts Center Gallery. This year’s exhibition will showcase various styles of photography ranging from traditional, digital and mobile created by UVAL members and the UVAL Photography Group. The event is free, and the public is welcomed to attend this exhibition. The exhibit will be on display through December 7. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. November 9 – IMAS will host the Superhero 5K and One Mile Run at Fireman’s Park in McAllen starting at 7:30 a.m. There will be a ceremony honoring Veterans at 7:45 a.m. just before the 5K race start. There will be a farmer’s market and the grounds has a pond and playground. November 9 – The Sunset Live Outdoor Concert Series will be held at the McAllen Convention Center at 5 p.m. The event focuses on promoting the arts and giving up and coming artists and musicians exposure outside of the local bar scene. The event is family and pet friendly. Bring a blanket or your own lawn chair to enjoy the evening. November 9 – SandCamp Saturdays are held every Saturday, from 5 to 6 p.m. at City Beach Access #16 on South Padre Island, weather permitting. SandCamp is an educational project of Sand Castle Island Inc. Participants learn the fundamentals of sand castle construction using kid’s toys and ordinary objects that anyone might have on a trip to the beach, as well as the concept of Unlittering, awareness of sea life, and the life of the coast and shoreline. SandCamp is free for everyone. November 11 – Trio Picaporte will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, 1201 W. University Dr. in Edinburg. Tickets are $5 seniors, $10 general admission. Trio Picaporte was formed at the Facultad de Artes de la Universidad de Antioquia out of a desire to promote music that is representative of the Andean region. For special accommodations, call (956) 665-3881. November 12 – A Fused Glass Jewelry Workshop will be held at McAllen Stained Glass, 800 N. Main, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $35 per person. Learn how to design one-of-a-kind jewelry such as pendants, pins and earrings.

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Call (956) 687-8682 for more information. November 11 – Trio Picaporte will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center, 90 Taylor Avenue, Brownsville. Tickets are $5 seniors, $10 general admission. Trio Picaporte was formed at the Facultad de Artes de la Universidad de Antioquia out of a desire to promote music that is representative of the Andean region. For special accommodations, call (956) 882-7025. November 12 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will open their season with a veteran’s tribute titled “America,” at 7:30 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. All veterans, current service members, and first responders are invited to be guests of the McAllen Wind Ensemble with free admission to the concert. Special guests will include the Sweet Adelines. The performing arts center is located at 801 Convention, C St. Go to http://www.mcallentownband. org/all-events/ for more information and to purchase tickets. November 14 – The Rio Grande Woodcarvers will be from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Loop, in Pharr. Event is held every Thursday through March 26. Free admission, everyone welcome. Call (956) 761-1986 for more information. November 14-17 – South Texas

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College presents Rick Johnston’s farce comedy Cahoots. Individual tickets and Season passes can be purchased online at https://kioskportal.southtexascollege. edu/marketplace.aspx. For more information about STC Theatre, call (956) 872-2301. November 16 – SandCamp Saturdays are held every Saturday, from 5 to 6 p.m. at City Beach Access #16 on South Padre Island, weather permitting. SandCamp is an educational project of Sand Castle Island Inc. Participants learn the fundamentals of sand castle construction using kid’s toys and ordinary objects that anyone might have on a trip to the beach, as well as the concept of Unlittering, awareness of sea life, and the life of the coast and shoreline. SandCamp is free for everyone. November 21 – The Rio Grande Woodcarvers will be from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Loop, in Pharr. Event is held every Thursday through March 26. Free admission, everyone welcome. Call (956) 761-1986 for more information. November 21 – Alfresco Weslaco will be held in Historic Downtown Weslaco (every third Thursday) at 6:30 p.m. There will be live music, vendors, a classic car show and more. For more information, call (956) 969-0838. November 22-24 – Beads, jewelry,

gifts and more at the North American Jewelry and Gift Show held at the McAllen Convention Center. Event is being held 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. You can preregister for the event at www.NAShows.com. November 22 – Harlingen Concert Association hosts Broadway Bound at the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium, 1204 Fair Park Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase season tickets, visit www.HarlingenConcert. com or contact the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium box office, (956) 216-5990. The box office is open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. November 23 – SandCamp Saturdays are held every Saturday, from 5 to 6

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p.m. at City Beach Access #16 on South Padre Island, weather permitting. SandCamp is an educational project of Sand Castle Island Inc. Participants learn the fundamentals of sand castle construction using kid’s toys and ordinary objects that anyone might have on a trip to the beach, as well as the concept of Unlittering, awareness of sea life, and the life of the coast and shoreline. SandCamp is free for everyone. November 27 – The City of McAllen will host the 6th Annual Light Up the Holidays: Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6 p.m. at the McAllen Convention Center. New this year will be a Santa’s Circle illuminated park. See EVENTS pg. 20

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From pg. 19 fall musical, The Hunchback of Notre using kid’s toys and ordinary objects that Dame. The show will be performed De- anyone might have on a trip to the beach, cember 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. as well as the concept of Unlittering, and December 7, 8, 14 and 15 at 2 p.m. awareness of sea life, and the life of the There will also be two ASL interpreted coast and shoreline. SandCamp is free performances on Saturday, December for everyone. 14 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 December 10 – McAllen Live presfor general admission and $5 for senior ents A Charlie Brown Christmas Live citizen 65+. For more information, call on Stage at 7 p.m. For tickets and show(956) 289-2650. RVHS is located at 801 times, visit www.liveinmcallen.com or E. Canton Rd., in Edinburg. call (888) 200-4035. December 7 – SandCamp Saturdays December 12 – The Rio Grande are held every Saturday, from 5 to 6 Woodcarvers will be from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at City Beach Access #16 on South p.m. at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Padre Island, weather permitting. Sand- Nolana Loop, in Pharr. Event is held evCamp is an educational project of Sand ery Thursday through March 26. Free adCastle Island Inc. Participants learn the mission, everyone welcome. Call (956) fundamentals of sand castle construction 761-1986 for more information.

MFD Hosts ‘Stop the Bleed’

Mission Fire Department is hosting another “Stop the Bleed,” training course. Stop the Bleed is a national awareness campaign and call-to-action. The program teaches bystanders how to assist in an emergency before help arrives. The course will be held on Saturday, November 16 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Central Station in Mission. The program is intended to cultivate grassroots efforts that encourage everyday citizens to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. The purpose of the campaign is to better prepare the public to save lives. The program raises awareness of basic actions to stop life threatening bleeding following everyday emergencies and man-made and natural disasters. The course is free to the public, but space is limited. If interested, please contact the Mission Fire Department at (956)

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Teamster’s Reunion Saturday, November 16 - Teamsters will be meeting at Ann’s Restaurant at 10 a.m. For further information please contact Ernie Kalb at (262) 749-4001. Meetings are held every third Saturday through April. Armstrong Rubber, Pirelli’s and Titan Tires Wednesday, December 4 - All retirees of Armstrong Rubber, Pirelli’s Tires and Titan Tires, will gather at 11:30 a.m. at Ann’s Restaurant, 221 W. Business 83, San Juan. For more information call Nick Overholser, (515) 321-4034. Meetings are held every first Wednesday through March.

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Motor Homes 2006 ALLEGRO-BAY, 38 FT, 4-SLIDES 36,000 miles, model 37QDB, Cummins 5.9 L turbo front diesel, allison transmission, freightliner chassis, fiberglass roof, leather chairs/couch, satellite TV, $48,000, 956-519-0086 Mission.

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PARK MODEL MISSION WEST 1999 furnished, new metal roof, new vinyl plank floor. Living room, dining area, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, Texas room. 3 ceiling fans. Covered deck. $17,000. Call 785-222-6546.

Services 12’ X 32’ PARK MODEL ON a cement lot for sale in Edinburg, TX. Completely furnished, heat and air, new waterheater, handicapped accessible bathroom, metal roof, tinted windows. Storage shed houses washer and dryer. Close to the clubhouse in a friendly RV park. Own your lot. $20,000. For more information, phone 641-6825366 or 641-226-0983.

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