December 18, 2019 Winter Texan Times Vol. 33, No. 10 by Winter Texan Times

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Festival of Lights offers more than lights

Chanukah concert in McAllen

By Anastasia Brunson hether you take a train ride, pose for a picture with Santa, enjoy a fresh made treat from the market, or just enjoy the many light displays, there is plenty to do and then some at the Hidalgo Festival of Lights. I arrived before the sun went down, so I walked around once to look at everything, getting a feel for the layout and themes, planning pictures to take once everything was lit and in full See LIGHTS pg. 8

he annual Chanukah Concert and Festival will be celebrated Monday, December23 at Archer Park in downtown McAllen. The festival begins at 4:30 p.m. and a concert starring Jewish pop-sensation Yoni Z will begin at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Chanukah, an alternative spelling for Hanukkah, is the Jewish eight-day holiday commemorating the victory of the Jews “against Greek persecution and religious oppression,” according to torah. org. This year, Chanukah is celebrated from the evening of Sunday, December

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First hole in ones

awn Moore gave out some simple, but direct, instructions to her golf ball recently, while playing with her Sunday scramble group at Stuart Place Country Club in Harlingen. A resident of Sun Valley Village with her husband Phil, Dawn made it clear to her ball what its part was in playing for her that day. See FIRST pg. 21

INDEX “On the road with Jo” Parks Calendar Events Calendar Reunions WintertainersTM Taste of the Valley Business Guide Classifieds

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Enjoy some sand at SPI Holiday Sandcastle Village

ravity Park, near Louie’s Backyard, on South Padre Island is playing host to Christmas themed sandcastles through January 13, 2020. The event is free. The village will feature holiday sand sculptures built by incredibly talented sand artists. From a sand snowman to Sandta, and much more, this exhibit will include a lighted musical performance. Some of the artists that build these sandcastles are the same ones that participate in the Sandcastle Days competitions held in October. The artists travel the world learning

new techniques and competing with other sandcastle artists. You can also take a try building your own sandcastle on SandCamp Saturdays. 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

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McAllen Parade provided entertainment, stars, and music

By Herb Moering he pre-McAllen parade entertainment at Veterans Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 7, provided a taste of “Valley” musical traditions topped by the appearance of internationally known actor and singer Mane de la Parra. He was accompanied by a couple hundred fourth and fifth grade students from all the McAllen elementary schools. The music students performed three numbers, two of them with de la Parra. Fourth graders Melanie Navarrete and Alyssa Vazquez, from Fields Elementary School, were excited to have a part in the early evening’s entertainment before several thousand spectators. Navarrete and Vazquez sported Santa hats provided to the students by Reliant Energy as part of the performance. Opening the program on the field was a McAllen High School Fine Arts ensemble doing a song “Circle of Light,” which featured Alexa Ramirez. The song is from the Lion King Jr. production, which will be presented in mid-January by the students. They were followed by a quintet from the Valley Symphony Orchestra, playing familiar Christmas songs. The full orchestra has already presented a couple concerts with future dates Feb. 28 and

March 27. A small group of UTRGV music students provided a taste of the popular TubaChristmas, one of the nation’s largest concert performances that was scheduled the next day at the McAllen Convention Center. And then it was parade time for the largest illuminated and helium balloon spectacle in all of Texas. It included 15 animated floats, 14 marching bands and 39-character balloons. And among those most interested was Viva Selena Lopez, of McAllen, along with her mother, Mary Jane Lopez. The 24-year-old Viva Selena, who has been quite active in the community, was decked out in a Dallas Cowboys outfit of Number 4 Dak Prescott, the same of type shirt her mother was wearing. They are big Cowboys fans and Viva Selena has attracted the attention of some of the football players. A get-together two years ago went viral on the internet. Her mother said her daughter also is big on the Rio Grande Vipers bas-

ketball team, which has taken some interest in the special needs young woman. Mayor Jim Darling addressed the crowd aboard a butterfly float accompanied by Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaylon Smith. Other Cowboys riding floats included wide receiver Michael Gallup, defensive tackle Meliek Collins, safety Kavon Frazier, cornerback Byron Jones and retired stars Charles Haley and Ed “Too Tall” Jones. That was in addition to the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders and team mascot “Rowdy.” UTRGV President Guy Bailey was given the honor of being the grand marshal for the one and half-mile long parade. Fighter Brandon Figueroa was another celebrity in the parade, plus television and radio personalities, government officials

and the Budweiser Clydesdales along with the company’s spotted Dalmatian riding the wagon. One of the festival floats came from the City of San Antonio and there was also a South Korean marching contingent. And of course, winding up the parade was the jolly old fellow himself, Santa Claus, with Mrs. Claus, riding in the sleigh pulled by the Rudolph-led reindeer. In keeping with the city’s weekend of celebrating Christmas that Gov. Greg Abbott officially designated McAllen the “South Pole of Texas,” periodic blasts of simulated snow rose into the air as the parade moved around the stadium. But this “snow” fell under ideal climate conditions of pleasant temperatures and a light breeze, perfect for the balloon characters. The parade and entertainment is part of McAllen’s 40 Days of Christmas celebration. Many of the families coming for the parade also went to nearby Christmas in the Park event, which ran for two days featuring two stages of live entertainment, interactive games, carnival rides, festival food and Santa on hand for pictures. The city’s events also include the Winter Wonderland at the McAllen Convention Center, which continues on various dates through December.

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Weslaco celebrates Christmas, 100 years

2019. High school, middle school and elementary school athletes, cheerleaders and bands were also a big hit, all promoting their school colors and mascots (purple Panthers for Weslaco High and black Wildcats for Weslaco East leading the prowl). And what parade would be complete without a crew from Star Wars as people eagerly anticipate the final installment of that movie series, out this week. Bruce Duff and his wife are from Buffalo, Missouri and were stationed right at the front of the parade route. They stay at the 1015 park and after the parade were probably going to go do something else they love while in the Valley. “We love to go out to eat,” Bruce said. “There are so many places.” Weslaco has a lot to offer and their parade and 100 year celebration showed that Weslaco loves their community.

s the more than 100 entries into the Weslaco Christmas Parade began to line up in preparation for the 100th year celebration of the city, Bill and Cathy Ackermann found the perfect spot to watch the event Seated on a corner spot, the Missouri couple, in the Valley for just their second winter, spilled the secret of finding the excellent spot. “We got here an hour early,” Bill said. “We are looking forward to this.” Searching out great spots and getting to destinations promptly probably was instilled in Bill (and therefore Cathy) sometime during his 21 years in the Navy, where he operated nuclear reactors on submarines. “We love the Valley and we love our park,” Cathy said. “There are so many activities to do every day if you want to.” Bill said he enjoys the RC races even though he hasn’t gotten fully invested with his own car. He said he might do that next year. “Maybe next year,” echoed Cathy. “Maybe.”

They were just two of the hundreds who lined the parade route last week as part of the Weslaco Centennial celebration, a multi-day celebration that honored everything Weslaco, from the Tinaco Tower to the 1015 onion and the pioneer founding families of the Mid-Valley town that has seen explosive growth over the past decade. Floats that were community built and decorated passed one by one, carrying politicians, athletes and other well-known Weslaco natives. Among those included Brandon Figueroa, who has held the WBA super bantamweight boxing championship belt since October and previously held the WBA interim title since April

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Winter Texan quilts comforting families of organ donors

Members of the Winter Texas Grandmas quilting group, with Texas Organ Sharing Alliance volunteer Don Uecker, gifted TOSA eight new quilts to distribute to families of organ donors. uilts made by the Winter Texas they can bring comfort to families. Grandmas at Casa del Valle are “It’s nice for us to have a communiproviding valuable comfort to families ty for us to serve,” said Sandra Johnson when their loved one becomes an organ of Ontario, Canada. “It’s good for us to donor at hospitals across the Rio Grande hear how they’re used and know they’re Valley. Since starting a partnership with needed.” Texas Organ Sharing Alliance (TOSA), TOSA recently was gifted another the organ procurement organization eight quilts to use for upcoming donor that provides organ donation and recov- cases. Families often drape the quilt over ery services for families in Central and their loved one and take it home with South Texas, 20 donor families have re- them once the organ recovery is completceived a hand-made quilt. ed. For many families, the personal touch Seven years ago, Don Uecker of Wis- of the quilts provide them solace that feels consin was making funeral arrangements like home, which is difficult to come by in for his wife, Darlene, when he asked the hospital setting. family and friends to consider making “They’ve been generous enough to a financial donation in her honor to the make and donate quilts that are given to Texas Grandmas group. Years later, families of organ donors,” said Edwina his relationship with the group and his P. Garza, TOSA senior communications volunteer work with TOSA led him to coordinator. connect the two groups to provide someTexans are encouraged to register at thing special for grieving families. the Texas Department of Public Safety or “I know she would have liked this,” the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. Uecker said as the Winter Texans For information on organ donation, comworked around him. munity initiatives or to register online, The group collects their fabrics from visit TOSA1.org. donations, often times even material Texas Organ Sharing Alliance from families within the park. The size (TOSA), founded in 1975, is one of 58 of the group varies as Winter Texans federally-designated Organ Procurement start returning to the Valley for the sea- Organizations (OPOs) in the United son, but often the crafts room has about a States. TOSA is committed to a mission dozen people working inside on a variety of saving lives through the power of organ of tasks to complete a quilt. donation by providing organ donation and Each week the group meets and can recovery services to Central and South complete about 300 quilts in an individ- Texans wishing to donate, and to those ual season. They donate their quilts to a waiting for a life-saving organ transplant. number of organizations, but say no matter where they go, they’re happy to know

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EDITORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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, December 18 Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Biscuit & gravy. Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Craft Show - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, Many vendors, door

prizes. New vendors wanted call 956968-7171. Everyone welcome. Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 9-11am, Bluegrass every Wednesday. 50/50, coffee and goodies. New jammers welcome. Line Dancing - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 10am. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-2:30pm. Country Jam Session - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-3pm, No charge. Jammers wanted, come and sit in and join in the fun. Food is available for purchase, so join us for lunch and then stay for the music. 956-425-7448. Country Jam - Chimney Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Fun, music and lots of laughs! Come early to enjoy lunch at 11 am, food and prizes too!! Contact Park Office at 956-585-5061 for information! Open House - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Come out and see the homes we have for sale and lease. Jam - Alamo Paradise Acres, 1-3pm,

Free admission, lunch at break for donation. Jam - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1pm, Soft rock and easy listening. For information 815-228-6221. Big Band Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 2-4pm, Free, musicians by invitation only. Entertainment - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 2-3:30pm, Mercedes High School Wind Ensemble Christmas Program. At the Hynes Event Center, free admission, pass the hat. Bring cookies to share with kids! 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. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, With Lynn Dvorak. Happy Hour - Quiet Village II, Donna, 4-5:30pm, Music by Steven May, pass the hat, BYOB, pop, water, & some snacks for sale, free ice. 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. Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30pm, Serving: biscuit and sausage gravy, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, applesauce and coffee. Bring your own table service. $5pp, all you care to eat.

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Karaoke - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5pm, With Harry & Judy at the Hynes Event Center. Spaghetti Dinner - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 5-6pm, $6pp. For more info call 956-475-5018. Country Music Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 5:30pm, Host Marion Price, food served 4:00 to 5:15. For info call Ardelle at 563-340-6493. All musicians and audience welcome. Country Western Jam - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, Hamburgers, brats, and chili dogs at 4:30pm before Jam. Jam starts at 6pm. All welcome. Entertainment - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 6:30-8:30pm, Tom Wurth Christmas Show, $9pp, BYOB, free ice, popcorn/soda/ice cream bars for sale. Karaoke - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 6:30pm, For more info, call 956600-7700. Square Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30pm, Pre-rounds with the Baldwins. 7:00pm MS & plus square dance with rounds Ron Betzelberger - casual attire. Dance - Mission West RV Park, 7-9:30pm, Join us for a fun evening of dancing and great music featuring High Country Band. Free ice and popcorn, concessions available. $7pp. Entertainment - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7-9pm, Rusty Rierson, concessions available at intermission, $8pp. Entertainment - Paradise Resort Es-

WINTER TEXAN TIMES tates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Christmas in Paradise, featuring Ralph Kuster. 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. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Come listen and dance to Sweetwater, $7pp. Bingo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 7-9pm. Entertainment - Wagon City North, Mission, 7pm, Lindley Creek Christmas Show. For more info call Judy at 765-4901503. Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart, $7pp. Thursday, December 19 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Breakfast - Lamplighter Park, 7:309am, Biscuits and gravy. Craft Show - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 8am-Noon, Located at 9099 N. Mile 2 W Rd. Craft Sale - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 8am-Noon. Breakfast - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11:30am, “Best Pancakes in The Valley” at The Grove, Business 83 & Stewart Road, San Juan. Pancakes, waffles, eggs, sausage with free coffee. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9am, Donation.

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Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, 9-11am. Square Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With Randy Dougherty, free admission. Come join the fun of Square Dancing. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm, Burgers & more. 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 Lunch - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm, Jam starts at 1pm. Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 12:30-3pm, Jamin’ with Paul. Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30pm, Rock and Roll Jam with Howard O. Bedient, lunch served 11:30 am. Jam - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, Every Thursday. Bring your instruments and songs and join us. Country/Gospel Music Jam - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 1-3pm, 50/50 & refreshments on the break, info: contact James at 402-630-0492. Jam Session - Dixieland MH Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm. Happy Hour - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 3-4:30pm, With Diego and

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Edith, pass the hat, BYOB. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, With Regan James. Canadian and American Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 3:30-6pm, Entertainment for all who love to dance. Enjoy the sounds and music with Claude, every Thursday in the Friendship Hall. 956-425-7448. Dinner - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm. Jam Food - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-5pm. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30-5:30pm, BYOB/own table service/snacks. Dessert and soda for sale. $4pp/all you can eat. All You Can Eat Fish Fry - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4:30-6:30pm, At the Hynes Event Center, $9.25pp. Jam - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:30-7:30pm, By invitation. Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 6-8pm. Karaoke - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30pm, Snack bar open. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, Soda and ice cream for sale. Coffee and cookies during intermission for donation. Call Myra 254-4494568. Dance - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Prayer and Praise.

Entertainment - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7-8:30pm, The Sundrops display of musical talent seems to have no end. Their sound is a bit of gospel, blues, and country. $8pp. Entertainment - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7pm, Lindley Creek Christmas Show, family group singing Christmas favorites. Everyone welcome! $10pp. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm. Entertainment - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7pm, Ralph Kuster Christmas Program, $TBA. Karaoke - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Karaoke 3rd Thursday of each month. Doors open at 6:30pm, free admission. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Dance to Sweetwater! $6pp. Snack Bar, 50/50, door prizes. Singles welcome! Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Rewind, $8pp. Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7pm, Smokin’ Gun, $8pp. Dance - Magnolia Village, Donna, 7-10pm, High Country Band, $7pp. BYOB, concessions available. Friday, December 20 Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, South Texas Ramblers Breakfast - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7:30-9am, Serving pancakes & sausage. Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, See PARKS pg. 12

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From pg. 11 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe hearty lunch from our kitchen and an afGrande, meal price varies. ternoon of great music! For more inforChurch Service - Sleepy Valley Ranch mation call 956-464-9024 Craig or Karly Resort, Mission, 9:15-10:15am. Ruhde. Square Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Blue Grass Old Country Acoustic Jam Park, Alamo, 10am-Noon, Come square - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, dance with Joe Saltel. $10 a couple. Musicians by invitation only. AudiencPublic Lunch - Oleander Acres, Mis- es always welcome. Lunch served until sion, 11am-1pm, Homemade lunches that 1:00pm. include dessert and drink. Menu varies Happy Hour - Restful Valley Ranch, monthly. $5pp. Mission, 2-4pm. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park ReHappy Hour - Llano Grande Lake sort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am- Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, 3-5pm, With Rusty Rierson at the Rec meal price varies. Hall, pass the hat. Meal - Bentsen Grove Resort, PalmHappy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, view, 11am-12:30pm, Pizza & salad bar. Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, With Curtis James. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, Entertainment - Chimney Park, Mis1-3:30pm, Dessert and coffee available. sion, 3:30pm, McAllen High Mariachi Music Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mis- Band. Enjoy the music of this award winsion, 1-3pm, Country etc, best back- ning band! Everyone is welcome. Pass the ground band around. Homemade cookies hat. and coffee available for a donation. More Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, info call 956-585-3185 or John at 260- Pharr, 4-5:30pm, With Steve May, pass 615-0003. the hat. Come, enjoy great music, join the Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV fun! Resort, Harlingen, 1-3pm. Karaoke and Supper - Sleepy Valley Polka Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Ranch Resort, Mission, 5:30-9pm, SupMission, 1-3:30pm. per served at 5:30 pm, karaoke follows Open House - Snow to Sun Park, supper. Supper menu changes from week Weslaco, 1-3pm, Come out and see the to week, $6pp. homes we have for sale and lease. Friday Night Jams - Hidden Valley Oldies Rock & Rockin’ Country Jam Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, - Casa del Sol, Donna, 1-3pm, Enjoy a Refreshments will be available at 4:15 pm

and jams will begin at 5:30 pm. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6pm, Come join us with your singing talents! Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Dixon Company Band, $6pp, BYOB/snacks, free ice, popcorn/soda for sale. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7-10pm, Helen Russell & Company, BYOB, concessions available, $7pp. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-11pm, Star Fire Band, 50-50 raffle, BYOD. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Christmas Show, kids from Cleckler-Heald Elementary School, Weslaco, $5pp. Open to the public. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, With Diego, $7pp. Entertainment - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Sundrops, $7pp. Entertainment - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Tom Wurth Christmas Show, $9pp. Call 956-585-7630 for more info. Saturday, December 21 Big Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Sausage gravy and biscuits and eggs, hash browns, bacon, ham, sausage, and etc. Saturday Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, Menu varies weekly, great meal for a great price. Come enjoy the view along the Rio Grande. Contact Park Office at 956-585-5061.

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Breakfast - Alamo Paradise Acres, 7-9am, Pancake breakfast every Saturday, with biscuit & gravy served every alternate Saturday. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7:30-9am, Varied menu including pancakes, eggs, sausage, ham, biscuits, and gravy, etc. Please bring your own service. Pancake Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol/ El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7:30am, $4pp. Breakfast - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7:30-9am, Menu and price varies each time. For more info call 956-475-5018. Craft Sale - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 8am-Noon. Public Breakfast - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8-11am, Homemade buttermilk biscuits and sausage gravy, eggs anyway served with hashbrowns and bacon, sausage links, or ham, and toast. Market Square - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8-11am, Breakfast, plants, fruits, vegetables, jewelry, patio sale, crafts, etc. Craft Show - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 8am-Noon, Exciting new vendors with great craft items. Craft & Patio Sales - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 8amNoon, Refreshments and lunch will be available at the same time. Interested vendors can call: 843-424-0778. Craft Show - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, No charge. Stop by 1900 Grace Ave Harlingen TX and see what our craft show is all about. Talented See PARKS pg. 15

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OPEN - DAILY • 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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TICKETS NOW ON SALE AT RIVERSIDE CLUB

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Daily Music

Saturdays • 1:00 - 5:00pm

Thursday 1:00 - 5:00pm Friday 1:00 - 5:00pm

Dec 29 • Live Music Jan 4 • Live Music Jan 11 • Ron Moshier Jan 18 • Jolly Huntsmen Band

(Weather Permitting)

Tickets on Sale! Wed., February 12th

GORDY & DEBBIE

Sundays • 2:00 - 6:00pm

1:00 - 5:00pm • $10p/p Doors Open 11:00am

Dec 22 • Riverside Band Dec 29 • Riverside Band Relax On Our Comfortable Shaded Jan 5 • Renaissance Rockers Patio by the Rio Grande River Jan 12 • Riverside Band

RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours 1 Hour Tours - 12:00pm 2 Hour Tours - 1:00pm (Down River to Dam) (Up River Only) Mon. Tues. Wed. Tues & Thurs Thurs. Fri. Sat Seniors: $20 Adults: $24 Seniors: $11 -Adults: $13 $Cash Only$ (Price Includes Tax)

Covered Cushion Seating • Enclosed Windows + Heating Passenger Minimum for Departures 15 for 1 Hour • 25 for 2 Hours No Outsie Beverages/Food Allowed • Private Tours Available

RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED • Call (956) 581-4477

REAL COUNTRY MUSIC

GENE WATSON

Sat. Feb 22nd $50 p/p CASH ONLY! Concert at 7:30pm Doors Open at 5:30pm

Canada Day • March 3

Helen Russell 1:00 - 5:00pm Everyone Welcome!

St. Pat’s Day Party Tues. Mar 17 • 1-5pm Helen Russell Corned Beef Dinner (while it lasts)

Come Try our TEXAS Size Pork Tenderloin

Seating For Large Groups FRIDAY

Cod, Catfish,Shrimp or Combo w/baked beans, hush puppies, coleslaw & french fries

Call Jennifer to plan your next Par ty/Reunion/Meeting or Private Boat Ride

Division of Wilder’s Corporation

Public Dances - Every Friday 7-10pm • $6 (Unless Noted) Dec. 20 • South Texas Ramblers with Concession Sales Donation to Fisher House-Houston TX Dec. 27 • Steven May Dec. 31 • Barbed Wire Jan. 3 • Steven May

ENTERTAINMENT Dec. 29 • 3-5 pm Tiny Hill Orchestra - No Cost Jan. 5 • 3-5 pm Rusty Rierson - $8 adv, $9 at door Jan. 7 • 7-8:45 pm Eric Kearns - $8 adv, $9 at door Jan. 13 • 7-9 pm Goldwing Express - TBD CREDIT CARDS NOW ACCEPTED

New Years Eve DINNER & DANCE

Dec. 31st • $17 p/p Roast Pork, Smashed Red Potatoes, Veggies, Apple Slaw & Dessert (Doors Open 6pm • Dinner 6:30pm)

DANCE ONLY • $8 p/p

Doors Open 8pm • Dance 8:15pm Party Favors Provided **DOOR PRIZE DRAWINGS** Come Enjoy The

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There Will Be A Takeout Breakfast Treat As Well CALL NOW FOR TICKETS!! WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS

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FOR INFO/TICKETS CALL (956) 787-6538

OPEN HOUSE

Every Wednesday & Friday • 1-3pm Come out and see the homes we have for sale and lease

PICKLEBALL MIXER

Every Thurday • 9-11am • $1

DANCES

Dec 21 • 7-10pm • $7 • Sweetwater Jan 3 • 7-9pm • $7 • Regan James

COUNTRY JAM

Dec 21 • Jam 7-9pm NO DINNER

LINE DANCING WITH KEITH Monday & Wednesday 10am (Beginner/Improver) Tuesday 10am (High Beginner) Instructor Donation Accepted.

SQUARE DANCE WITH JOE SALTEL

Every Friday 10am-12pm • $10 A Couple

1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008

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Mission Bell - 1711 E Business Hwy 83 Tradewinds RV Resort - 1005 N Stewart Rd

WELCOME BACK!

DANCES • SATURDAYS • 7pm

CRAFT SHOWS

Mission Bell - Mondays 8am--12pm Jan 20, Feb 17, & Mar 16 Tradewinds - Saturdays 8am--12pm Dec 21, Jan 18, Feb 15, & Mar 21 DANCES 7PM-10PM

All Dances held in Mission Bell Ballroom

Texas Wheels - $7 Dec 19, 26, Jan 2, 9, 23 Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 The Agency - $10 Jan 3, Jan 29 Cruisers - $10 Feb 12, Mar 14 Hot Rodz - $9 Dec 31• $22, Jan 25, Feb 8, Mar 6 Barefoot Becky - $10 Feb 14 Tiny Hill Orchestra - FREE Jan 19, Feb 9, Mar 8

ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM Dec 21 - Ralph Kuster - $8/ $10 Dec 30 - The Sundrops - $9 Jan 4 - Kody Norris Show - $9 Jan 7 - The Baker Family - $8 Jan 8 - Goldwing Express - $10 Jan 14 - Williamson Branch - $8 Jan 18 - Punches - $8 Jan 21 - Freddie & Sheila - $8 Jan 28 - Piano Man - $8 Jan 31 - Kai - $7 Feb 1 - South Bound - $7 Feb 2 - Naomi Bristow (3pm) - $7 Feb 4 - Shake, Rattle & Roll - $8 Feb 10 - Adam Pope - $8 Feb 11 - Sarah Smith - $8 Feb 15 - Lawless & Mae- $8 Feb 16 - Absolutely Country, Definitely Gospel - $10 Feb 18 - Maggie Mae - $8 Feb 22 - Shelly & Darren - $7 Feb 24 - Spittin Image - $8

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

CHRISTMAS SHOWS • VIDEO FOR EVERY SONG DEC 18 • 7PM - PARADISE RESORT ESTATES, Pharr DEC 19 • 7PM - EL VALLE DEL SOL RESORT, Mission DEC 20 • 7PM - TROPIC STAR RV RESORT, Pharr DEC 21 • 7PM - MISSION BELL/TRADEWINDS, Mission DEC 22 • 6PM - ALAMO PALMS RESORT, Alamo DEC 23 • 7PM - ROAD RUNNER PARK, Alamo

SPECIAL BROADWAY SHOWS JAN 2 • 7PM - Tribute to Broadway & the Movies WINTER RANCH RESORT, Alamo JAN 3 • 7PM - Tribute to Broadway & the Movies EASTGATE RESORT, Harlingen

ADDITIONAL SHOWS

JAN 17 • 7PM - BREEZE LAKE RESORT, Brownsville FEB 4 • 7PM - QUIET VILLAGE RESORT, Donna FEB 11 - FUN N’ SUN RESORT, San Benito FEB 14 • 6PM - OLEANDER ACRES RESORT, Mission MAR 5 • 7PM - WINTER RANCH RESORT, Alamo MAR 14 • 7PM - ALAMO PARADISE ACRES RESORT, Alamo MAR 18 • 7PM - WINTERHAVEN RESORT, Brownsville FOR SCHEDULING CALL 417-230-8198 ralphkuster@sympatico.ca - www.ralphkuster.net

WINTER RANCH RV RESORT www.winterranchrv.com 600 St. Hwy. 495 • Alamo,TX

DANCE Every Saturday at 7:00pm thru Mar 28 Texas Wheels • $7 Join Us for Burgers & Fries • 5:30pm •$6 Line Dance Class • 6:00pm ENTERTAINMENT All Shows 7:00pm unless noted Dec. 19 • Lindley Creek Christmas Show •$10 NEW YEAR’S DANCE PARTY Dec. 31 • 8:00pm - Midnight Texas Wheels • $20 Jan. 2 • Ralph Kuster • Adv $8 - Door •$10 Jan. 9 • Goldwing Express • $10

Jan. 12 • Men of A-Chord Barbershop Chorus • 2pm • $7 Jan. 16 • The Kody Norris Show • $9 Jan. 19 • Lynn Nelson • 2pm • $5 Jan. 23 • Dave Perryman & the Country Review • 7-9pm • $7 Jan. 30 • Mario • $8 CRAFT SALE 8:00am - 12:00pm Second Tuesday of Every Month Jan. 14 • Feb. 11 • Mar. 10 Vendors Welcome

Steven May - December 21- $6 Sweetwater - December 28 - $6 Diego - December 31 - $15 8pm-12am • Pre-Sale Tickets Only Doors Open At 8pm

Bottom Line - January 4 - $6

BYOB • Doors open at 5:30pm Concessions & Setups Available

ENTERTAINMENT Eric Kearns January 5 • 7pm - $8 Leslie Blasing January 12 • 7 pm - $8

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

The Crowning Touch

*Schedule Subject to Change*

SHOWS

Pick Pocket Gene

Jan. 31 • 7-9 pm • $8 DANCES 7-10pm

Thurs. Dec. 19 • Rewind $8 Fri. Jan. 3 • The Fabulous Cruisers $10 Tues. Jan. 7 • Texas Wheels $7 Fri. Jan. 10 • Pelican West $9

Doors and Concessions open at 6pm. Margarita and Soda Set ups. FREE Popcorn and Ice. All welcome. Please call 956-782-3263 for more information.

NEW YEAR’S EVE Tues. Dec. 31 • Pelican West/New Year’s Winter Wonderland $20 CRAFT FAIR Saturday, Jan. 11 • 8am- 12noon

Doors Open At 6pm • Tickets available in advance or at the door

CONCERTS 7-9PM

Jan. 25, Feb 22 • Lunch 11:30am

HAPPY HOUR 3-5PM

800 SH 495 Alamo, TX 78516 956-685-5300 Jason & Stephanie Skelly, Act. Dir.

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

CRAFT SHOW • 9am-12pm

BIT O HEAVEN

RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051 W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna, TX 78537

Uptown Jan. 26 • $13 & $14 Jan. 9 • Curt James

COUNTRY SUNSHINE RV RESORT

Dances

Rewind – 12/27/19 • 7-10pm • $10 TUESDAYS • HAPPY HOUR MC Express, New Years Dance – 3:30-5pm • Pass the Bucket 12/31/19 • 8:00pm-12:00am • $12 BYOB/snacks, popcorn & soda for sale. The Fabulous Cruisers – WEDNESDAYS • ENTERTAINMENT • 6:30PM 1/10/20 • 7-10pm • $10

Dec 18 • Tom Wurth Christmas Show • $9pp Jan 1 • The Sundrops • $7pp

THURSDAYS • SOUP SUPPER 4:30pm • $4pp

BYOB/own table service/snacks. Dessert and soda for sale.

FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10PM

Dec 20 • Dixon Company Band • $6pp Dec 27 • The Rovers • $8pp

BYOB/snacks, popcorn & soda for sale

SATURDAYS • JAMS

Entertainment

Freddie & Sheila Show – 1/6/20 • 7pm • $8

Other Events

Craft Sale – 12/18/19 • 8am-12pm Craft Sale – 1/15/20 • 8am-12pm

Concerts

Advance Tickets $13/$14/$16, At The Door Tickets $17

Garth Tribute – Thursday • 1/9/20 Uptown – Thursday • 1/23/20 SUNDAYS • GOSPEL JAMS Glen Campbell Story – 1-3pm • 5th Sunday December only Thursday • 2/6/20 BYOB/snacks, popcorn & soda for sale. Sixties Mania – Thursday • 2/13/20 Karaoke every Sunday • 5 pm Aretha, The Queen of Soul – BYOB/snacks. No popcorn & soda sales. Thursday • 2/27/20 CRAFT FAIR • 8AM-12PM Walkin’ The Line, Cash Tribute – 2nd Friday every month Thursday • 3/5/20 11am-1pm • All Welcome

BYOB/snacks, popcorn & soda for sale.

Homemade and purchased crafts, breakfast for sale, free admission.

PATIO SALES • 8AM-12PM

FOR MORE INFO. CALL:

2nd Saturday every month Resident patio sales

A Division of Wilder Corp.

SUSAN THOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR • 603-396-2786

(956) 783-4587

Victoria Palms Resort

Matinees’s to all at 3pm, Evening shows at 7pm Call for ticket information 956-968-7171 1601 S. Airport Drive – Weslaco, TX Activity Office: 956-638-3158 Tickets: 956-968-7171

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E.E.Hall HallAcres AcresRd. Rd. Paradise 301301Pharr PharrTX TX78577 78577 S.S.HWY. Resort HWY.281 281 (Behind (Behind Estate Burger BurgerKing) King) (Formerly Pharr Paradise Park)

EVERY SUNDAY SALE ALL PARK DRIVEWAY

Sat. Nov. 18,Jan.Services 13 & Mar. -10 • 7am-12pm Church 10am Movies – 7pm – FREE • Snack Bar Open

CRAFT SALE EVERY Tues., Nov. 28,TUESDAY Jan 30 & Feb 27 Bingo •– Lunch 7pm Served 8am – 12noon Snack Bar Open at 5:30pm

RV Park

2019-2020 ENTERTAINMENT SAT. DEC 21 • SUNDROPS • $8 • 7pm SAT. DEC 28 • PASTOR PUDGE with Bob & Alta Courtney • $7 • 7pm TUES. DEC 31 • NEW YEAR’S EVE W/ RANDY WEB Advanced Ticket Required • $13 • 8pm

EVERYTHURSDAY SUNDAY EVERY

Karaoke –Church 6:30pmServices • Snack Bar Open Non-Denominational - 10am DANCES • 7PM 10PM Movies – 7pm – Starts 12/3/17 Bar Open Tue. Dec. 31Snack - Classics - Adv. Tickets $10 Sat. Jan. 4 - Hot Rodz - $6 EVERY TUESDAY Sat. Jan. 11 - Burning Ember - $6 Bingo –Snack 6:15pm - Starts Bar Open 11/7/17 Snack Bar Open at 6:00pm

JAMS • 12:30PM Every Wed. Starts 1/8/20 EVERY THURSDAY

Karaoke – 6:30pm - Starts Variety w/ Bob Dollie12/7/17 Snack Bar Open Free Popcorn Every Thurs. DANCES 7PM -O.10PM Rock & Roll w/ •Howard Bedient Sat. Nov. 18Open - Grey - $5 Snack Bar at Rock 11:30am

ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM JAMS • 12:30PM

EveryChristmas Wed. Variety w/ Bob Dollie In Paradise Starts• 1/3/18 Ralph Kuster Wed., Dec. 18 Every Thurs. Rock N Roll w/ Howard Bedient - Starts 12/17/17 EricO.Kearns Variety Show Snack at 11:30am Wed., Bar Jan.Open 8 • New to RGV

956-223-9359 - Del Briggs rgvactivities.com pharrparadisepark.sharepoint.com 956-223-9359 - Del Briggs

2020 SAT. JAN 4 • THE YODELIN’ COWGIRL • $9 • 7pm SAT. JAN 11 • BAKER FAMILY • $8 • 7pm SAT. JAN 18 • RICK McEWEN• $8 • 7pm SUN. JAN 19 • GOLDWING EXPRESS • $10 • 1:30pm SAT. JAN 25 • FREDDIE & SHEILA • $8 • 7pm SAT. FEB 1 • SHAKE, RATTLE & ROLL • $8 • 7pm SAT. FEB 8 • TOM WURTH • $9 • 7pm SAT. FEB 15 • MISSION WEST JAM BAND DONATION • 7pm SAT. FEB 22 • DAVE & DAPHNE • $10 • 7pm SAT. FEB 29 • SHERWIN LINTON • $7 • 7pm SAT. MAR 7 • KELLI MARIE • $7 • 7pm

WednesdayDances

7-9:30pm with High Country Band Dec. 18, then Jan. 8 thru Mar. 11 Cost is $7 ALL SHOWS & DANCES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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

1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco, TX 956-968-0322

Come join the fun at Snow to SUN Open House • 1-3pm

Every Wednesday & Friday Come out and see the homes we have for sale and lease

Craft Sale

Saturday, December 19 8am-12pm

Happy Hour • 3-4:30pm Every week Monday-Friday

Monday • Diego Tuesday • Steven May Wednesday • Lynn Dvorak Thursday • Regan James Friday • Curtis James

PARKS

Mission West

Line Dancing

Every Wednesday 10am

Dances • 7-10pm

Saturday, December 21 Diego • $7 Tuesday, December 31 New Year’s Dance with Ron Moshier • $10 Saturday, January 4 Smokin Guns • $6

E ve r yo n e We l c o m e !

For more information regarding these and other activities at Snow to Sun, please call 956-968-0322 and ask for the Activity Director

1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive Palmview • 956-585-0703

COUNTRY JAM

Every Thursday - 12:30-3:00pm

Lunch 11:00-12:30pm - Burgers & more

(No Jam or Lunch, Dec. 26)

DINNER EVERY MONDAY

Dec. 23 Chicken Fettucine - 4:30-6:00pm

DANCES EVERY FRIDAY 7-10PM Dec. 20 - Diego - $7.00 Dec. 27 - Route 66 Band - $8.00 Dec. 31 (Tues) - New Year’s Eve Dance - $15 • 8:30-12:30pm GATOS LOCOS • Tickets On Sale (Includes Late Lunch) Jan. 3 - Pelican West - $10.00 Tickets On Sale Now

ENTERTAINMENT • 7PM

Jan. 2 - Eric Kearns Show -$9.00 Jan. 8 - Kody Norris Show -$9.00 Jan. 9 - The Punches Show -$7.00 All EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Peggy Creach & Kathy Tyler, Co-Directors

From pg.12 vendors selling homemade crafts. Breakfast is available for purchase. Open to the public. 956-425-7448. Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 11am-1pm, BYOB/Snacks, popcorn & soda for sale. Open jam, all welcome. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30pm, Please join us, you are welcome to sing, play an instrument, or listen to an afternoon of good music. Donation for refreshments. Rock n Roll/Big Band Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, Dessert and coffee, free admission, musicians and vocalists 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 Western Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 1-3:30pm, Soda and ice cream for sale. Coffee and finger food for donation. 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 See PARKS pg. 22

CASA DEL SOL JAMS EVERY FRIDAY Oldies Rock & Rockin’ Country Jam Lunch starts at 11:30am Jam starts at 12:30pm ENTERTAINMENT Dec. 22 - Rusty Rierson Christmas Show - $8 Dec. 31 - Swing Street Big Band - $20 Adv Jan. 5 - The Baker Family Show - $9 Jan. 12 - Goldwing Express Show - $9 Joe & Kathy Compton, Park Managers 400 N. Val Verde Rd. - Donna, TX 78537

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Be a part of the FUN at Llano Grande!

Show tickets make great holiday gifts!

Purchase online and your tickets will be waiting at the door. For more info and to buy tickets: https://hyneseventcenter.com/

Online Tickets Available Now: Dec 21 7-10 pm • Dance • $8pp Pelican West Jan 30 4 pm • Dinner Show • $25pp Jason Coleman & Meagan Taylor Floyd Cramer and Chet Atkins Tribute

Feb 7 7 pm • Show • $10pp Gordy & Debbie Country Legends Feb 20 5 pm • Dinner Show • $20pp Comedy/Magic w/Pick Pocket Gene Feb 27 7 pm • Show • $14/16pp Chicago Rewired Tribute Band 956-565-2638 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes, TX www.llanogranderesort.com

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The True Meaning of Christmas

“Sometimes we don’t make time for the most important tradition of all...the celebration of the true meaning of Christmas.”

n the last several issues many traditions - some ten, some fifteen and some twenty years old - have been discussed. The ten-year-old Holiday Village in Brownsville; the fantastic, inflated balloons in the McAllen parade is a three- or four-year-old tradition; the Christmas tree forests in local museums are now traditions. First of all, what does that word “tradition’· mean? The word comes from Latin meaning the handing down of statements, beliefs, legends, customs or information from one generation to the next. A tradition can be “ invented” politically, culturally or strictly for financial reasons - that is to bring more money into your city. Or a tradition can just happen! Certainly, in my family we have some Christmas traditions. And I bet you have

traditions in your family also. In my family, our Christmas traditions start on Christmas Eve with tamales and homemade chili. That meal is probably not a very old tradition in most South Texas border families, but for my family, the tradition probably started forty or fifty years ago. Regardless of what time the guests leave, and dishes are washed and put away, the next and more important tradition, must be observed. We just must watch The Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens before we turn in for the night. Christmas day has another set of traditions - one that absolutely exasperates newcomers to the family. All Christmas gifts must be opened one by one and passed all around the room to be admired by all before the next gift can be opened.

This process can take all morning - with of course, time out for orange juice, coffee, pan dulce and sausage balls. Afterwards, the cooks take over with the preparation of at least two traditional presentations - homemade sage dressing and ambrosia (fruit salad). There is no recipe for either of these dishes. The cook goes by looks and taste as the ingredients for the dressing are mixed together - after all, that’s how mother did it! Now my father’s contribution to the Christmas dinner was a delicious and HUGE bowl of ambrosia. His words were “you women should let a man make a contribution to the feast.” Little did he know when he started that his contribution would never look quite right to him, so he just kept adding one fruit after another until he had a wash tub full of ambrosia - a perfect complement to all the other Christmas delicacies. I smile to myself every time I prepare a bowl of ambrosia as I, too, just keep adding another fruit until it looks and tastes just right. Traditions are wonderful - they build memories that last forever and can bring joy and nostalgia to us all. All of these traditions may be forgotten or replaced in the future. But there is one tradition that hopefully will never be forgotten and will last forever. It is a tradition that is not glitzy nor glittery perhaps that is why it is not observed as much as in years past. Las Posadas, possibly the greatest and

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oldest tradition of all, was brought from Spain to Mexico some 500 years ago. In Spanish, the word “posada” means inn. This tradition re-enacts Mary and Joseph searching for a place for the Christ Child to be born. In times past, the procession would be led by children dressed as angels followed by Mary riding on a donkey that was led by Joseph. Neither rain, nor cold, nor wind would interfere as the group moved from house to house singing a special song that asked for lodging. Over and over they would be denied until finally a predesignated home would open wide their doors and welcome the group in. This celebration would begin on December 16 and would be repeated for nine consecutive nights until Christmas Eve. This tradition brings to all of us the true meaning of Christmas. Unfortunately, there are not as many celebrations of Las Posadas as there used to be. Organizing, preparing and taking part in a Posada takes time. Sometimes we don’t make time for the most important tradition of all...the celebration of the true meaning of Christmas. If you are ever invited to a posada, be sure to go. The experience will build a special memory. I wonder - will this tradition disappear? Will we get too busy to observe this tradition? As we celebrate this special season, will we remember the true meaning of Christmas?

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hile 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 good, and my personal favorite was the big, plump grilled shrimp with a delicious fresh-catch taste. My husband, the gumbo expert in the family, said their gumbo is great! We also had oysters on the half shell and 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 1:13:51 PM ice cream or New York cheesecake. with 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 need any kind of sauce to complement their delicious flavor. She loves the ribs and the Baffin Bay Seafood Company is the only place she knows that serves them. Greg, another local, said his favorite by far is the frog legs. “I like to come on Mondays when frog legs are the special,” he said. A trip to the Baffin Bay Seafood Company, combined 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 many are coming. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. They are located at 1294 CR 2360 E on the coastline in Rivera.

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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. December 19 – 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. December 20 – Paradise Park in Harlingen presentation of donated items to Sow the Word. Jammers start playing at 10:45 a.m., lunch is served at 11 a.m. and announcements will be made at noon. If you want to help out call Sharon at 320248-2167 or head on over to the jam session. There is a fee for lunch. The park is located at 1201 N. Expressway 77, in Harlingen. December 20 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will perform their Christmas program, “Tinsel and Titus,” at 7:30 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Special guests will include the Debra Case Dance Academy and vocalist Alberto Escobedo. The performing arts center is located at 801 Convention, C St. Go to http://www.mcallentownband.org/allevents/ for more information and to purchase tickets. December 21-22 - First United Methodist Church of La Feria will host its Live Nativity on Saturday, December 21 and Sunday, December 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. At the Live Nativity, the church parking lot transforms into the town of Bethlehem. Visitors can either drive or walk through the village and see the original Christmas story of the birth of Jesus Christ. FUMCLa Feria is located at 331 S. Main St. in La Feria, next to Tiny Town Park. For more information on the Live Nativity or to volunteer, call (956) 245-5742. December 21 – 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. December 21 – The International Museum of Arts and Science (IMAS) will hold a Winter Workshop from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lisa Cortez will teach about the origin of beautiful Tenango embroi-

dery, a distinctive Mexican fiber art form, and participants will create their own Tenango Embroidery piece. The workshop is $10 and limited to 15 participants. All workshops include general admission on the day of the workshop. Supplies are provided. The museum is located at the intersection of Bicentennial Way and Nolana Ave. at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen. Call (956) 681-2800 for more information. December 28 – 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. December 29 – Moscow’s Ballet’s Great Russion Nutcracker will perform at the McAllen Performing Arts Center at 5 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.mcallenconventioncenter.net/event/moscow-ballets-great-russian-nutcracker-4/. January 1 – Polar Bear Dip at Clayton’s. Registration is at 10 a.m., dip at noon. Live music, costume contests, and other entertainment. Clayton’s is located at 6900 Padre Blvd. January 2 – 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. January 4 – 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. January 9 – 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. January 9 – Harlingen Concert Association hosts The Maxwell Quartet at the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium, 1204 Fair Park Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. For more information,visit www.HarlingenConcert. com or contact the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium box office, (956) 216-5990.

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REUNIONS USBC Bowling League, “The Early Risers” The USBC Bowling League, “The Early Risers,” bowls every Wednesday morning at Flamingo Bowl in McAllen, 3301 N. 23rd St. They are seeking Winter Texans, both male and female players. Those interested in bowling need a USBC card.; Bowling is $10 per week for team members. Substitutes bowl for free. Call Rich Michelena at (956) 648-8047 for more information. Teamster’s Reunion Teamsters will be meeting at Ann’s Restaurant at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 21. 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 All retirees of Armstrong Rubber, Pirelli’s Tires and Titan Tires, will gather Wednesday, January 8, 2020, 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

ALCOA/Arconic Retirees The Alcoa/Arconic retirees meet every second Wednesday (January 8, 2020) at Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street in McAllen, at noon. Call Gerry at (563) 340-3132 for more information. Upper Valley Homeowners Association – for RV Owners The Upper Valley Homeowners Association for Winter Texans meets every second Wednesday, (January 8, 2020), at Twin Lakes Park, 301 N. Shary Rd., in Mission, at 9 a.m. The meeting is held to discuss issues affecting RV owners in Hidalgo County. You can visit their website at www.uppervalleyhomeownersassociation.org for more information. Meetings are held November through March. Winnebago Owners Winnebago owners will gather at Mr. Gatti’s Restaurant, 4100 N. 2nd Street in McAllen, on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 1 p.m. This is a social event. All Winnebago product owners are welcome to greet old friends and meet new ones. For more information call Marcia Fabricius, 651-675-8710. 33rd Annual Fayette County, IA Reunion Fayette County, Iowa residents will meet Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Mr. Gattis, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen, at 11 a.m. For more information call Violet, 319-230-2746.

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Breakfast - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11:30am, “Best Pancakes in The Valley” at The Grove, Business 83 & Stewart Road, San Juan. Pancakes, waffles, eggs, sausage with free coffee. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9am, Donation. Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, 9-11am. Square Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With Randy Dougherty, free admission. Come join the fun of Square Dancing. 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 Lunch - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm, Jam starts at 1pm. Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 12:30pm, Rock and Roll Jam with Howard O. Bedient, lunch served 11:30 am. Jam - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, Every Thursday. Bring your instruments and songs and join us. Country/Gospel Music Jam - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 1-3pm, 50/50 & refreshments on the break, info: contact James at 402-630-0492. Jam Session - Dixieland MH Park,

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effort will be made to show quilts fulllength. Any that exceed gallery ceiling height will be shown half-length. Entries are accepted on a first-in/first accepted basis. Because of limited space, the museum reserves the right to close entries before the deadline. This will allow for the best possible presentation for all entries. To allow for the broadest representation, participants may submit only one item per person. Any quilt entered in this show within the past five years is not eligible for entry this year. The quilts will be

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Autos WE BUY MOBILE HOMES, trailer houses, RV’s, 5th wheels, park models. We pay cash, any year, any condition, old or new. Call Ms. Davis anytime at 956 -545-1118. JUST SAY “SELL IT” at Texas Trader RV. We WILL sell your travel trailer, 5th wheel, motor home, cars, trucks, golf carts and it cost you nothing. Call today for your free appraisal, Mark (956) 797-3000 or (956) 357-1048. I PAY CASH FOR your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile homes and cars. I’ll make you a good

Fifth Wheels HOLIDAY RAMBLER PRESIDENTIAL 2002 36’, three slides, luxury vinyl plank floors, desk, fireplace, washer, king bed, queen sleeper, sofa. Roof over 5th wheel and patio. Two recliner rockers. Generator on board. Custom wood blinds, shed, swing. 309-235-1405. 2011 DUTCHMEN COLORADO 5TH wheel. 32 ft, three slides, rear kitchen. Must see to appreciate. Make reaso

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able offer. Located in Rio Hondo. 319654-2360. 2018 KEYSTONE SPRINTER 39’, four slides, fireplace, king bed, double recliner, two sofa sleepers, 55” TV, microwave, large refrigerator, two air conditioners, electric awning, self leveling, two propane tanks. $46,000.00, OBO. 956-393-1248, San Juan.

For Sale 1995 DODGE PICKUP TRUCK HD 3/4 ton, gas, v-10, 8’ box, 10 ply tires, air shocks, electric lift. Call 1-815757-5619. HONDA ODYSSEY SEATS LIKE new, three piece middle row seats. Fit 2010 through 2017. Used winters only, in Mission, TX. Call: 641-5830091. CAREFREE VALLEY LOT 108 16x76, 3-br, 2-bath, 12x20 Texas Room. Complete turnkey sale, with washer, dryer, disposal, dishwasher, and all appliances, kitchenware. Patio and shed. $24,000 OBO. Call 660342-4192 for details. Will sell so come see for yourself. WIRELESS BREAK BUDDY (NEW 1100) $600.00. Falcon 2 tow bar $175.00. 04 club car asking $1500.00. 50 foot 30 amp extension cord $30.00. 956-782-0848. 2012 YAMAHA MAJESTY 400CC, reliable 4-stroke EFI engine, 55mpg, 120mph. 7,807 miles, excellent condition. Automatic transmission, backrest, cargo rack, two helmets, HiLo windshield with new tires. Cost $6,850, asking $2,950. 479-981-1191. FOR SALE 48” SQUARE pub table, four chairs with padded seats, indoor, like new, never used. $275.00, 417861-7906. SOFA PLUS TABLES TAN leather sofa 86”, like new, $300. Cocktail table plus two end tables all oak, excellent condition, $150. 847-567-2717.

PARK MODEL FOR SALE Updated park model with built on utility room. 402-649-6051. TEXAS A&M SINGING CADETS live in concert January 9,2020. Tickets can be purchased at: Copy Zone N Bicentennial, McAllen, any member of the Senior Ambassadors, or call Mike at 956-309-7547.

Golf Carts

EASY RIDE GOLF CARS 29 years of service. The largest parts department for all golf carts gas and electric. New and used Yamaha. 956-580-3370.

Homes For Sale

FURNISHED BRICK HOME 55+ Community, low HOA fees, solid financially. 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 stall, attached garage. Gated community with 9 hole par 3 golf course. Home looks on 4 green. Usual amenities, pool, etc. Low cost of living in south Texas. All appliances, furniture, including golf cart. Call 956-357-7302. COTTONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB HOUSE 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick house, Cottonwood CC, Harlingen, approximately 1647 square feet. Bonus room, screened back patio, all stainless appliances stay. 2-car garage, built in 2008 by Israel. $158,900 956-346-1854 anytime.

Lots For Sale

LOT FOR SALE LAMPLIGHTER #43, 55+ subdivision. Lot size 36W x 55L, septic tank, drain field, electric and water. Concrete drive and 10x10 shed. Asking $10,000.00 OBO, 956379-2028.

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els. We pay cash, any year, any condition, old or new. Call Ms. Davis anytime at 956-545-1118.

Manufactured Homes

WE BUY MOBILE HOMES, trailer houses, RV’s, 5th wheels, park models. We pay cash, any year, any condition, old or new. Call Ms. Davis anytime at 956-545-1118.

Mobile Homes

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE Dixieland M.H. Park, Harlingen. 14’x64’ Shultz, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, two add on’s 12x12, 12x17, two sheds, covered carport. Lot #80, 55+ community. Any offer over $15,000 considered, contact Karen Snyer 405923-7263 with W.T.H.S. 12X56 MOBILE HOME TWO bedroom, two bath, furnished with updated appliances, double roof, covered carport. Alamo TX. Call 918-8018102. MOBILE HOME FOR SALE 14x60, 2BR/2BA, fully furnished. Carport, deck, storage shed. Ready to move in. Alamo gated park. $12,000.00 OBO. 641-782-0555. CLAYTON MANUFACTURED HOME 22 ft x 44 ft porch model home, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, living room, din-

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ing room, kitchen, 10 & 1/2 ft x 18 ft sunroom, a carport and storage room. $79,500. 903-399-3293, located in Val’s Kountry Corral lot 14. MH LOT ON POND Rarely available lot in Green Bay South. 2019 septic update ready for your new/current mobile. Own your land. Water view with tons of wildlife in <100 unit MHP. Club House, pool, SB etc. $14,900. Contact 712-330-8641. FURNISHED 2BR 2BA WITH TEXAS room, 14x66 Shult. All appliances replaced, lots of storage. Metal roof, two sheds, covered patio, 27x14 cement drive walks. Penitas RV Mobile Home Park, 304 S. Main, Penitas, Texas, G17. 956-598-5367. NEBRASKANS GOING HOME MOBILE home for sale in Ranchero Village, 2100 South Bridge, Weslaco, #200. 14x72 with 10x18 sunroom. Two bedrooms, two baths, two sheds. New AC, free internet and cable. Wonderful park! Call 402-202-1246. 16X66 FLEETWOOD VAULTED CEILING mobile, metal roof, attached shed, covered cement patio, carport, patio set. Completely furnished, 2bd, 2bath, walk-in closets, laundry with cabinets. Convenient to medical, shopping, entertainment. Mission, 956-424-9208. PHARR SOUTH MOBILE HOME Park 55+ gated community 1402 S.

Cage. Privately owned homes and lots. Open house first weekend every month, December through April 1-4pm. For info call 956-283-8764. www.pharrsouthforsale.com. 55+ GATED RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Owned and operated by it’s 99 year leaseholders, this park offers lots and mobile homes. Availability at www.valhallapark.com 956-358-3229. MOBILE HOME & LOT 16X44 Lamplighter 55+ Subd. Palmview 2007 Asking $39,900. Lot fees $223 yearly with shed. Park pool, activities, Jams, & food. 920-723-1854. 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.

Motor Homes

CLASS B 2000 RIALTA on VW chassis by Winnebago, 21’, drives and parks like a pickup. Excellent condition, $27,500. 956-358-1303. 2004 ALFA SEE YA 40’ diesel, Freightliner chassis, 350 Caterpillar engine, Allison 3000 transmission. 92,000 miles, custom cabinetry, TWO computer workstations! Satellite System with dual tuners. $59,000, would trade for Real Estate. www.alfaforsale.com 641-777-1628, 573-268-7454.

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2002 HOLIDAY RAMBLER MH 38.5 foot, 3-slides, 86,000 miles, 315 cummings, newer tires. Queen bed sleeps four, ice maker, vinyl flooring, day/ night shades. $41,500, trade for 4245 ft. Charlie, 417-337-4762, Donna. TEXAS TRADER RV WILL sell your RV guaranteed! Or we’ll make an offer to buy it, call for your free appraisal today Mark (956) 797-3000 or (956) 357-1048.

Park Models

1978 PARK MODEL 52X14 Gated Magic Valley Park, remodeled, primed, painted. Open concept, gas stove, water heater, furnace, central air, fridge, microwave, pull out couch, recliners, T.V., king size bed, dryer, 2019 washer. Texas room 10x16, pullout couch, recliner, carport outside. Fridge, two sheds. $6,500.00. 956351-5272. 12’ X 32’ PARK MODEL ON a cement lot for sale in Edinburg, TX. Completely furnished, heat and air, new water heater, 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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RV PARK MODEL LOT for sale. Located in W&I Resort Mission TX, has palm trees on every lot. Size 45x75, includes 10x10 storage shed, 50 amp service, water, and sewer. 206 S. Stewart Rd. Mission Texas. Text or call Doug (717) 856-5667. https:// www.trvnclassifieds.com/display. php?id=4980 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. WE PAY TOP CASH for your travel trailers, fifth wheels, park models, mobile homes, and cars. Leave your lot clean. 956-867-2366.

RV Services

RV SERVICE NO JOB is too big or small at Texas Trader RV. Wreck jobs, roof jobs, any and all RV service. Call today for free phone estimate (956) 797-3000.

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and all RV repairs and service. Call today (956) 797-3000. RAIN KING ROOFING & GUTTERS, new roofs, gutters, siding, soffits, fascia, painting. Overall handyman. I service and install new down spouts. All installation and repairs guaranteed. Call Rich at 956-322-2318. FLOORING SPECIALIST UNCLE FRANK! Sales and installation for carpet, tile, laminate, wood. Call today (956) 533-9800.

bile homes, and cars. Leave your lot clean. 956-867-2366.

2016 FOREST RIVER DESTINATION 40CCK No smoking, no pets, residential appliances, king bed. 573-4802780 or 573-480-2770. TEXAS TRADER RV WANTS to BUY your RV, all types trailer, motor homes, minis & camper vans! Call today for your free appraisal! Mark (956) 7973000 or (956) 357-1048. 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. WE PAY TOP CASH for your travel trailers, fifth wheels, park models, mo-

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WE BUY MOBILE HOMES, trailer houses, RV’s, 5th wheels, park models. We pay cash, any year, any condition, old or new. Call Ms. Davis anytime at 956-545-1118. PARK MODEL MOBILE HOME 956501-8047.

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dition, old or new. Call Ms. Davis anytime at 956-545-1118. SEMI-RECUMBENT AND RECUMBENT trikes three-wheel, any condition. 515-955-3679. GOOD USED LAWN TRACTOR rider at least 24 inch cut in good condition. Call me and let me know what you have for sale and the price under $400.00. 920-328-8446. WANTED YAMAHA GOLF CART 2007 or newer, electric or gas. Would like a quiet tech model. 515-491-3982. 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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Tidings of Comfort and Joy DECEMBER 18, 2019

Luke 2:8-11 8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.

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We are blessed each day to have the opportunity to call our beloved Winter Texan readers, faithful clients and advertisers, dedicated staff, tireless contractors, and wonderful writers all friends and family.

May You Have A Joyful Christmas,

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