March 18, 2020 Winter Texan Times Vol. 33, No. 23 by Winter Texan Times

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Ed Martens recognized at softball game

2020 Canada/USA softball game brings largest crowd yet

Excitement buzzed throughout the bleachers, in the dugouts and on the field as the U.S. loaded the bases with one out and were down by one run in the bottom of the eighth inning. It was the first of two games in the annual U.S. versus Canada Senior All-Star Softball Game at Westside Park in McAllen. The U.S. had taken a commanding lead during the first half of the game, but Canada worked its way back. Doug Scoville put the Canadians in the lead in the top half of the eighth with a double and now the Americans were trying to win a thriller of the game. They came up just short however, turning a double play. Scoville was part of the last play as well at second base. It was quite a game and quite a day for

Ed Martens stood behind home plate and waited for the ceremonial first pitch that would announce the beginning of the annual U.S. versus Canada softball games at West Side Park in McAllen. The pitch was delivered high but Martens, who may have been born with a glove on his hand, reached up and See RECOGNIZED pg. 9

Event cancellations amid Covid-19 concerns

With the situation changing daily around the country, it is becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with the number of event and activity cancellations and postponements. Unfortunately, this has brought the Winter Texan season to an early close for some, and for others simply means a few quiet weeks in the park while we wait for the latest updates. Several parks in the Rio Grande Valley have cancelled events or have closed See CANCELLATIONS pg. 21 INDEX “On the road with Jo” p8 Parks Calendar p 11 Events Calendar p 20 WintertainersTM p 13 Taste of the Valley p 19 Business Guide p 23 Classifieds p 24

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Rock and Roll growing in the WT community

By Tony Ozark EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was submitted by a Winter Texan. We welcome your ideas and submissions. Many of our best stories and leads come from ideas and stories provided by you. Each year from November to April, thousands of senior citizens, known as Winter Texans, travel to the Rio Grande Valley from all parts of Canada and the United States to enjoy the weather and activities at the multitude of senior resort and RV parks. Many of these resorts and parks feature weekly music jams providing the opportunity for musicians to display their talents providing entertainment to the residents and visitors. Prior to 2013, the music venues at these jams were limited to country, blueSee ROCK pg. 6

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Scoville, who took over organizing the games from Ed Martens, who retired from the tournament director spot after more than 20 years. The second game wasn't quite as suspenseful as the Americans scored big and didn't allow the Canadians back in the game en route to a 10-run rule victory. “The game was just a perfect script, to win by one in the eighth,” Scoville said. “It was dynamite for the fans and for us too. The suspense was just great.” More than 300 fans and approximately 400 people overall, enjoyed perfect weather except for a few gusts of wind here and there. Fans came with their country colors on, and many wore small flags in their visors or hats supporting both countries. “ M a r i l y n (Doug's wife) and I recognize this for being more than a softball game; but for what it brings together too,” Scoville said. “It allows me and so many others to stay active for one, and for another there were Canadians, Winter Texans, Mexicans, locals all on the teams just having fun. “When we're out there playing ball, all the rest of the world and its problems disappear; it's so positive in that respect.” Doug and Marilyn are from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, a 2,800-mile trip to the Valley. There wasn't the infrastructure

in that part of Canada to play high school baseball/softball in Nova Scotia when Doug was in school. Now, he's making up for that time and enjoying every inning and every pitch. “Your high school stadiums are as big as our University stadiums,” Scoville said. “Once we left Little League, that was about it for us. When slow pitch came around, it was a Godsend for those in their 30s, 40s or older. Everyone is involved in the game. If you're in the field, it's not like you're watching a pitcher throwing fastballs. It's a great activity and the City of McAllen did a great job setting up extra bleachers, making sure the field was Grade A-1 and helping out so much. “We had probably 15 sponsors, the response from anywhere we went was unbelievable.” Even a member of the Canadian Parliament got involved, sending a Canadian flag and more than 100 Canadian pins that the Canada team gave to the American Team. State Rep. Sergio Munoz also got in on the action, donating a large Texas flag for game day flying. “This is our first year to organize and we didn't have any history,” Scoville said. “We couldn't believe the response and interest. It's a good news story. We don't know how far it's gonna go but we're looking forward to it.”

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A note from VSO

Under rapidly changing circumstances, and with the health and wellbeing of the Valley community in mind, the Valley Symphony Orchestra has made the difficult decision to postpone its March 27 season finale concert, Designed by Dabrowski. The decision was made in alignment with state and county leadersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; recommendations to limit large gatherings in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. While there are no confirmed cases in the area, the VSO wants to do its part to be sure

everyone stays healthy in the weeks to come. The March 27 concert will be rescheduled for a later date. The VSO will contact ticket holders in the coming days to transfer tickets to the new date and provide further information. Additional updates will be issued as necessary. Patrons may call the office at (956) 661-1615 or email the organization at hello@valleyorchestra.org with immediate questions or concerns.

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LaFloresta hosts final golf tournaments

t Winners of Championship Tournament: Rodger Vanderville and Kim Humniski; with Bob Fuller (far left) and Dany Howe (right)

As Winter Texans begin to think about Kim Humniski, Manitoba, Canada. -their return trip to the north, the residents The Awards Party, held March 7th, of LaFloresta Park in Mercedes geared up was complete with prizes, trophies, pizza, for the final two golf tournaments of the drinks, and entertainment. All expenses season: The Handicapped Tournament were covered and the Championship Tournament. by the annual Everyone in the park is invited to parauction held in ticipate in golf activities, from beginJanuary. The ner to advanced golfer. Winter Texans pizza was from enjoy the challenging par-three golf Formacio Pizza course. And there is always the secret in Mercedes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; wish for a hole-in-one. The park had which park resnine this idents claim is year! the best pizza in L a the valley. EnFloresta tertainment was recently provided by Carhad two los R. Canas of important San Benito. golf tourS p e c i a l naments. thanks was given T h e r e to Bob Fuller, of were 61 Mercedes, who particihas organized pants in golf activities at David Millar the HandLaFloresta since icapped January of To u r n a 1988. This m e n t . was his 33rd The tourwinter. He n a m e n t Kim Humniski was assisthad five ed this year flights by Danny for men and two flights for women. Howe of Winners of the A Flights were Kim Manitoba, Humniski and David Millar, both Canada. from Manitoba, Canada. The Championship Tournament was held the first week in March with 38 men and Gary Smith and Ken Webb enjoy 17 ladies. The winners were Rodger Formacio pizza Vanderville, Manistique, MI; and

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grass, big band or gospel. In 2013, a rock and roll jam was born at Canyon Lake RV Resort in Mission, with the guidance of two Canadian rock and rollers named Daryl and Heike Schuller. Since then, rock and roll specific jams have expanded to at least ten parks in the Rio Grande Valley. Some of those parks include Bentsen Grove in Palmview, Casa Del Sol in Donna, Casa Del Valle in Alamo, Greengate Resort in Palmview, Eastgate MH and RV Park in Harlingen, Lakewood RV Resort in Harlingen, McAllen Mobile Park, Paradise Resort Estates in Pharr, Tropic Star RV Resort in Pharr and Tropic Winds RV Resort in Harlingen. The Winter Texan Times was able to cover one of these jams at Casa Del Valle several months ago and had a lot of fun. The Attendees were active singing along, clapping and dancing to the music provided by the jammers. Bentsen Grove also has a very active Rock and Roll Jam. In 2018, the activity director Peggy Creach wanted to start a rock and roll jam. She searched for a leader and found Cliff (drummer) and Cathy (manager) Squier from Manitoba, Canada to lead each jam starting in December 2018. The band members on stage included Cliff; Gerald Spanhanks on lead guitar and vocals; Shirley Spanhanks, Mark Schwendner and RK Welander on guitar and vocals; and Donald Leet on Bass guitar and vocals. In addition to these musicians, others, known as jammers, attend sharing their vocal and or musical instrument talents in front of park residents and visitors. On February 6, the following jammers performed – Barry Brent, Larry

Christensen, Jean Closson, Judy Minden, Tony Ozark, Pat, Michelle Petersen, Peggy Soucek, David Thompson, Bill Ward, Lily and Bob Wiebe. The rock and roll jams feature primarily music from the 1950’s, 1960’s and 1970’s. The music played is from such artists as Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Doobie Brothers, Rolling Stones, Beatles, Roy Orbison, Eagles, Ventures, Paul Anka, Chuck Berry, Ricky Nelson, Everly Brothers, Dion, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Wilson Pickett, Richie Valens, Del Shannon, Beach Boys and many more. After visiting the Rio Grande Valley, the jammers return to their specific states or Canadian province. Most of the band and jammers are vocalists with many playing instruments like the guitar (acoustic, electric, dobro, steel, bass), drums, banjo, mandolin, flute and others. The majority of the musicians started their musical pursuits as a young child either as a vocalist, dancer, or learning to play an instrument. Music was not their main career but a part time venture. Many sang in choirs, sang and played music in high school or college bands. They continued to entertain part time as adults performing in bars, schools, nursing homes, weddings, choirs, etc. Some even formed bands or groups that would entertain audiences. A few of the musicians started later in their adult life teaching themselves how to play various instruments. Rock and roll continues to be the fastest growing music currently in the Rio Grande Valley. After rock and roll, what will be the next type of music to be performed by senior citizens in the RGV?

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Bentsen Palm RV Park shows appreciation

Bentsen Palm RV Park recently showed their appreciation of its residents by holding special events all week. Events included boat races, special get togethers, and an Amazing Race. T h e Amazing Race was a challenge race where participants were given locations of items – or hints on where to find items – in the park. The participants then raced off on their golf carts to find the items, take a picture and then head back to the clubhouse. After three tasks were completed and approved by the judges, the participants then had to complete challenges that were set up in the clubhouse – challenges included a

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Good morning to all of you who are still here in the Rio Grande Valley. And many of us are here year-round. Winter Texan season may have ended but many of us have transplanted ourselves into the semi tropical region of Texas, the Rio Grande Valley. We live here year-round and have become rooted in this tropical paradise. Even so, we like a little vacation time, too. So, let' s look at what is available for us during this upcoming summer season. Dates are available now for the Eagle Pass Casino Tour. Departures are not as frequent during the summer season but at least two departures per month are available each month. You might call these tours a "get away tour" so if your time is limited, these tours might be for you. Just remember the machines are not very often in favor of the player. The first tour that was requested and placed on the calendar for this summer is a seven-day bus tour in July to New Mexico. That tour will be led by Father Joe Villalon who fondly remembers the bus tours that he took with his family when he was growing up. There is no better way to see the country than by car or bus. This seven-day tour is proving to be very popular and is almost sold out. The routing will take us right through San Antonio and into the beautiful hill country of Texas. Then on through the high plains of Texas before arriving into Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Years ago, a favorite tour wound up

through the Hill Country and on to Amarillo and the Palo Dura Canyon, the second largest canyon in the United States. It is time to repeat that tour. Parents, grandparents and especially students studying Texas History will enjoy this tour. There is so much to see and do in the Hill Country, especially around Fredericksburg with the LBJ Ranch and nearby Stonewall with those big juicy Texas peaches. As we continue our tour, travel through Midland and on to Amarillo and the Palo Dura Canyon. This summer marks the 55th season for the presentation of the outdoor musical, Texas. Critics consider Texas to be the most spectacular outdoor drama in the world. The Palo Dura Canyon is truly a magical place with a 600-foot cliff used as the backdrop for the play. You will be proud to be a Texan - native or transplanted and rooted - as you watch the play depicting the hard ships the settlers had to overcome. You will enjoy an included barbeque dinner before the play begins. The finale to the play is, of course, what else but a real Texas sized fireworks display. Also considered a must see while in Amarillo is the nearby Plains Historical Museum and a drive by to see the Cadillac Ranch where some eccentric felt that planting a few Cadillac’s nose down in the middle of his pasture would create a real tourist attraction. And so, it has. Watch for dates and price in the next publication.

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From snagged the pitch, something he probably could’ve done with his eyes closed. Martens, from Minnesota, is the father – the creator – of the Senior Softball League and US-Canada All Star game. He has worked endlessly for more than two decades promoting a sport he remains passionate about During pregame ceremonies before the games kicked off, Martens was recognized for the work he has done by the city of McAllen and received a plaque honoring that commitment. “It’s amazing to see what Ed has done over the years, he has so much knowledge of softball and baseball both,” said Denny Meline, deputy director of programs for the City of McAllen. “To see the support he gets, and the number of players that come out, it just confirms that there is a need for this.” At 87 years old, Martens eyes glimmer like that of a young boy on Christmas morning when he talks about a sport he has played all his life, first playing base-

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pg. 1 ball and then transitioning to softball. His favorite players may have been outfielders such as Stan Musial for the St. Louis Cardinals or Mickey Mantle for the New York Yankees, but on the field he was more like the Cards’ Ozzie Smith or the Yanks’ Derek Jeter, playing shortstop with quickness, agility and a strong throwing arm. Now, however, Martens has retired from running the softball show. He has spent twenty-eight years with the league and 21 with the U.S.-Canada game. But retiring may not be the precise word… slowing down, cutting back… those may be more appropriate. “The purpose of the league is to have fun and bring in new players,” he said. “Every year we lose a few players but this year we got a lot of new ones, especially the ladies, so the door is open for them to come out and play ball. We have two divisions so they can play in the highly competitive A division or come to the B Division. They can have fun in either one.” Martens is always promoting the

league; that is something that will never change. The sport is a part of him and has always been. His love for it is so great that while he was serving in the military, some of his brothers snuck him out of a military hospital – against his superior’s orders not to play that game – so he could play. That game, in Manila, was broadcast on military radio and it just so

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Palm Resaca Mobile Home Park in Brownsville recently unveiled a plaque recognizing the oldest known anacahuita (Mexican Olive Tree) in the United States. Seven hundred years. The plaque reads that the tree was a seedling before the turn of the 15th century and, therefore, mature and reproductive before the arrival of Spanish explorers. “It’s incredible as we mere mortals gaze on a majestic Mexican olive tree, to fathom life that has flourished for 700 years,” said Dianne Miller, park resident. Senator Eddie Lucio, Jr. presented the park with a Texas State Flag and an award in recognition of the tree on Friday, March 6. “The tree is the oldest of its kind in the United States,” he said proudly, “and we are very delighted to have it here in Brownsville. Roy Reyes, the Brownsville City Forrester, presented the park with a “Tree City USA” flag. Brownsville has been designated as a tree city for 20 years. The city encourages developers to preserve as much vegetation as possible around new builds. He added that preservation efforts and events such as this help give the City of Brownsville that recognition. Both flags will fly prominently beside the tree. Tree Committee Chairperson Beryl Stovell received the awards on behalf of the park.

“We put a lot of hard work into making this event happen and we are very proud of our efforts,” stated Stovell. UTRGV professor Andrew McDonald, a noted botanist, gave an impassioned speech about how important it is to preserve the native trees and plants in Texas. It was McDonald who determined that the tree was 600-700 years old, meaning it predates the arrival of the Spanish in North America. The native name for the tree is anacahuita. The Mexican olive tree usually grows to a height of 30 feet. The one in the park is 35 feet tall. It has large, soft, dark leaves and large, showy, trumpet shaped white flowers. The northern limit of the tree is South Texas because it can’t tolerate cold winters. The professor also encouraged park residents to consider using native plants to revitalize their Resaca. UTRGV emeritus professor and historian Anthony Knopp, said “This is from pre-history, the period from which we have no recorded information. It’s clear that the weather was cooler and wetter than it is now.” Knopp said thousands of years ago, the Rio Grande River passed through where the tree is now. The Gulf of Mexico was also 400 feet higher – modern day Brownsville would have been under See GROWTH pg. 22

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From Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9am, Donation. Pickleball Mixer - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am-Noon, $1pp. Square Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With Randy Dougherty, free admission. Come join the fun of Square Dancing. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm, Burgers and 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 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,

pg. 11 Harlingen, 1-3pm. Dulcimer Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm. 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. Jam Food - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-5pm. Happy Hour/Dance - Sundance RV Village, Harlingen, 4-6pm, BYOB. Join us for Happy Hour and Free Music and Dance. 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. 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 - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Winter Texan Orchestra, donations. Come enjoy great entertain-

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ment. Karaoke - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Karaoke 3rd Thursday of each month. Doors open at 6:30pm, free admission. Bingo - Sun Valley Village, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Public welcome! 15659 Buttercup Court, Harlingen, TX. (Off Expressway 83 and north on Altas Palmas Rd.) Friday, March 20 Breakfast - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7:30-9am, Serving pancakes & sausage. Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Craft Show - Mission West RV Park, 8am-Noon, Craft show and patio sales, breakfast and lunch available. Call Jackie Austin at 269-760-5489 for more info or to reserve a table. Church Service - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 9:15-10:15am. Square Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am-Noon, Come square dance with Joe Saltel. $10 a couple. 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. Oldies Rock & Rockin’ Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30-2:30pm, Enjoy a hearty lunch from our kitchen and an

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afternoon of great music! For more information call 956-464-9024 Craig or Karly Ruhde. Rock & Roll Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, Free admission. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, Dessert and coffee available. Blue Grass Old Country Acoustic Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Musicians by invitation only. Audiences always welcome. Lunch served until 1:00 pm. Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Variety every Friday. 50/50, coffee and goodies. New jammers welcome. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 3-5pm, With Carlos Canas at the Hynes Event Center, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, With Steve May, pass the hat. Come, enjoy great music, join the fun! Happy Hour Fish Fry - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 4pm, $10pp in advance. Join us for a fabulous fish dinner, your choice of baked or fried fish, baked potatoes with all the fixings, coleslaw, ice tea and dessert. Happy Hour at Sunshine RV Resort at 1900 Grace Ave in our Main Rec Hall. Purchase tickets in advance, BYOB. 956-425-7448. Fish Fry - Mission West RV Park, 5-6pm, Fish dinner served every Friday Jan-Mar. Full order (3 pcs. fish) - $8pp. Half order (2 pcs. fish) - $6pp. Meal includes french fries and coleslaw, and ei-

WINTER TEXAN TIMES ther iced tea or coffee. Other concessions also available. Karaoke and Supper - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 5:30-9pm, Supper served at 5:30 pm, karaoke follows supper. Supper menu changes from week to week, $6pp. Friday Night Jams - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, 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! Country Jam - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, Every Friday, no charge. Refreshments and cake served on the break. For more information contact Larry Carstens at 515-297-3319. Entertainment - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30-8:30pm, BJ Brothers, $9pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Barbed Wire Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Agency, $9pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Hired Hand with Regan James, $7pp, BYOB/snacks, free ice, popcorn/soda for sale. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-9:30pm, Star Fire Band, 50-50 raffle, BYOB. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Re-

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sort, 7-10pm, With Diego, $7pp. Last dance of the season. Dance - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Hot Rodz, rock n roll and country music. Call 956-585-7630 for more info. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, The Fabulous Cruisers, $10pp. Tickets on sale February 28. Dance - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Terry Porter Roewe & Jeanette Silva, $7pp. Everyone welcome, tickets sold in advance and at the door. Concessions open, setup available. “Rock the 60s” Hippie Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Music by The Stars, $6pp. Tickets available at the door, costumes encouraged. 2712 S. International Village, Weslaco. For information, call 712-4200547. Saturday, March 21 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. 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. Breakfast - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7:30-9am, Great breakfast for $5. Pancake Breakfast - Sun Valley Village, Harlingen, 7:30-9am, All you can eat pancakes, bacon, sausages and coffee for $4. Bring your own plate and silverware. Public welcome! 15659 Buttercup Court, Harlingen, TX. (Off Expressway 83 and north on Altas Palmas Rd.) All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, At the Hynes Event Center, $7.50pp. 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. Breakfast - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 8-10am, Omelete and Waffles, $6pp. 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 vendors selling homemade crafts. Breakfast is available for purchase. Open to the public. 956-425-7448. All Park Yard Sale - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8am-Noon. Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 11am-1pm, BYOB/Snacks, popcorn & soda for sale. Open jam, all welcome. Country Western Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, Free admission. 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. Rock N Roll/Big Band Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Dessert and coffee. Country Music Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6-8:30pm, If you are using See PARKS pg. 14

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From pg. 13 GPS you must enter the address as 1400 dance. West Hooks Road, Donna, Texas. Come Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlinjoin the fun! gen, 7pm, Curt James, $6pp in advance or Open Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, at the door. BYOB. Doors open at 6pm at 6-8pm, 1840 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Light Friendship Hall. 956-425-7448. lunch served with free will donation. Dance - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, Open Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mis- 7-9pm, Steven May, $6pp. On South sion, 6-8pm, Located at 1840 So. Bentsen Tower Rd., Alamo. Palm Dr. Light lunch served. Free will doDance - Llano Grande Lake Park nation accepted. Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Ala- 7-10pm, At the Hynes Event Center with mo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp. Every- Agency, $8pp. Tickets available to the body welcome! BYOB, snack bar, raffles, public Monday prior to the dance. music requests, line dancing instruction. Dance - Fig Tree RV Resort, HarlinDance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, gen, 7-9:30pm, With Diego & Edith, free 7-10pm, Regan James, $6pp. ice, BYOB. Dance - Leisure Valley Ranch, MisSunday, March 22 sion, 7-10pm, Kikker Daddy, doors open Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, at 6 pm, $7pp. 8:30am, Non-denominational service. Country Jam - Casa del Valle Resort Church Services - Rio Valley Estates Park, Alamo, 7-9pm, Dinner 5:00 to 6:00 MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8:30am, Held pm. Jam is 7:00 to 9:00 pm. in Friendship Hall. All welcome, non-deDance - McAllen Mobile Park, nominational, led by Pastor Bob Amos. 7-10pm, The Classics, $7pp. Church - Paradise Park RV Resort, Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 8:30-10am, Cookies and FelHarlingen, 7pm, Rick McEwen, $7.50pp. lowship, 8:30am. Church Service 9:00am. BYOB, popcorn, and ice provided. For All are welcome. more info 815-228-6221. Church Service - Bentsen Grove ReEntertainment - J-5 Mobile Home sort, Palmview, 8:30am, Non-denominaPark, Mission, 7-10pm, Castaway, street tional church service with Pastor Jesse

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Hernandez. Bible study follows 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 - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am. Non-denominational Church Service - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 9-10am, Bible Study every Sunday through March at 10:15 am. Church Services - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 9am, With Pastor Charles Belcher. Worship Service - Palm Shadows RV/ MH Park, Donna, 9-10am, Communion will be the first Sunday of every month. Church Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am, Pastor David Squire, communion first Sunday of each month. Everyone welcome. For information call 815-228-6221. Church Service - Chimney Park, Mission, 9-10am, Join everyone at our nondenominational services. Enjoy cookies and coffee along the Rio Grande after the service. Church Worship Services - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 9am, Non-denominational, coffee and refreshments available at 8:30am.

Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9am, Every Sunday at the Main Hall. Church Services - Quiet Village II, Donna, 9:30-10:30am. Non-denominational Church Service Casa del Sol, Donna, 9:30am. Church Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30-10:30am, Non-denominational service with Dr. Gerald Parriott. Communion first Sunday of month. Coffee fellowship after service. All welcome. Non Denominational Church Services - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:3010:30am. 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. Sunday Service - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 10am, Meet Pastor Al Dickey at our church service. Come sing-a-long and get acquainted with your friends. Coffee and cookies after the service. Church Service - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Pastor Richard Elkins. Everyone is welcome to Sunday Service at Sunshine RV Resort, located at

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WINTER TEXAN TIMES 1900 Grace Ave. Harlingen, TX. Join us in the Friendship Hall. 956-425-7448. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, 10:30 am and 7:00 pm. Church - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30-11:30am, Traditional Lutheran Service in the Rec Hall. Acoustic Jam - Koenig’s Winter Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, Drawing, snacks, coffee. Mixed music. Beginning Line Dancing - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 2-3pm, First half hour ultra beginner. All steps called. Donations accepted. Karaoke - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 5-7pm, FREE, come sing or play or just listen, BYOB and snacks. Gospel Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, Open to the public. Free admission. Food available at 5:00pm, cake and coffee at break. 956-585-7630. Jam - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6:30-8:30pm, Chuck Stranberg, free admission. Come and have an enjoyable time! Movie Night - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7pm, Visit website at www.paradisepharr.com for movie title. Bingo - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, Come join the fun. We have 50/50, Speed Bingo, Horse Racing and Regular Bingo!

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www.wintertexantimes.com Entertainment - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7pm, Spittin Image, $8pp. Everyone welcome, concessions available. Monday, March 23 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. Beginner/Improver Line Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10amNoon. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Yahoo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 1-3pm. Karaoke - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 1pm, Free. Country Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, Kitchen band style, all musicians and singers welcome. Concessions available. Clogging - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 1:15-3:30pm, With Lois Ford. Come learn the skills of Clogging! Acoustic Jam - Yellow Rose RV, La Feria, 1:30-3:30pm, Musicians by invitation only. All listeners welcomed. 1609 N.

Main St., La Feria, TX. For more info call 956-778-9940. 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. Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, With Johnny D, pass the hat. Come join in on all the fun! Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30-6:30pm, TBA Music Jam - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 5:30pm, Jam Hosts Jim and Cindy Dixon welcome participants and audience members to The Grove, Business 83 & Stewart Road, San Juan Mondays beginning at 5:30 pm. Lunch is served for a free will donation. Country Jam Session - Mission West RV Park, 6-8:30pm, All musicians are invited to join us for our Monday night jam session, led by Jim Smith. Also have a 50/50 drawing and a drawing for a free Hamburger Meal. For more info contact Jim at 217-433-9210. Gospel Jam - Carefree Valley Resort, Harlingen, 6-8pm, Weekly every Monday. Board Pool - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6-7pm.

Entertainment - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7pm, Spittin Image, classic country/variety, $8pp. Tuesday, March 24 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. Square Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With Randy Dougherty. Come join us - Square Dancing fun! 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. Taco Tuesday - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 11:30am-1pm, All you can eat tacos and homemade charro beans. All for just $6pp. Jam - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, Noon. Country Jam - Oleander Acres, MisSee PARKS pg. 16

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From pg. 15 sion, 1-3pm, Open to all musicians and 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe the public. Come for hamburgers, lunch Grande, meal price varies. starting at 11am. Cake, cookies, and cofJam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, fee during break. 9-11am, Bluegrass every Wednesday. Jam - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 50/50, coffee and goodies. New jammers 1pm. welcome. Country Music Jam - Trail’s End RV Beginner/Improver Line Dance - Casa Park, Weslaco, 2-4pm, M.C. Joe Hinnen- del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10amkamp. Noon. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park ReDonna, 3:30-5pm, BYOB/free ice, pop- sort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11amcorn & soda for sale. Pass the bucket do- 1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, nations. meal price varies. Meal Event - Aladdin Villas, Mission, Jam - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Har4-5:30pm, Menu is hamburger or cheese- lingen, 1pm, Soft rock and easy listening. burger, potato salad, baked beans, and For information 815-228-6221. beverage. $6pp. Social Hour Dance - Siesta Retirement Bingo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mis- Village Park, Weslaco, 3pm, Diego, pass sion, 6:30pm. the hat. Popcorn, nachos, and soft drinks Bingo - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, available. All welcome. 7pm, Snack Bar opens at 5:30 pm. Karaoke Meal - Llano Grande Lake Dance - Paradise Park RV Resort, Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Regan James and the 4:30-6:30pm, At the Hynes Event Center, Hired Hand Band, $6pp. Doors open at dinner menu and meal price varies. 6:30pm. Karaoke - Llano Grande Lake Park Wednesday, March 25 Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, 5pm, With Harry & Judy at the Hynes Palmview, 7-8:30am, Homemade donuts. Event Center. Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Spaghetti Dinner - Alamo Rec-Veh Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 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. Karaoke - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 6:30pm, For more info, call 956600-7700. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Come dance with Sweetwater one last time, $7pp. Bingo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 7-9pm. Entertainment - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Kainoa Kamaka, $6pp. Doors open at 6:30pm, tickets available at the door. Thursday, March 26 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9am, Donation. Pickleball Mixer - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am-Noon, $1pp. Square Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With Randy

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Dougherty, free admission. Come join the fun of Square Dancing. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm, Burgers and more. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Jam Lunch - Mission Bell Resort/ Tradewinds, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm, Jam starts at 1pm. 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. Dulcimer Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm. Happy Hour - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Regan James, pass the hat. Everyone welcome, concessions open, setup available. 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. Jam Food - Restful Valley Ranch, Mis-

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WINTER TEXAN TIMES sion, 4-5pm. Happy Hour/Dance - Sundance RV Village, Harlingen, 4-6pm, BYOB. Join us for Happy Hour and Free Music and Dance. 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. 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. Bingo - Sun Valley Village, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Public welcome! 15659 Buttercup Court, Harlingen, TX. (Off Expressway 83 and north on Altas Palmas Rd.) Friday, March 27 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Church Service - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 9:15-10:15am. 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. Oldies Rock & Rockin’ Country Jam

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- Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30-2:30pm, Enjoy a hearty lunch from our kitchen and an afternoon of great music! For more information call 956-464-9024 Craig or Karly Ruhde. Rock & Roll Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, Free admission. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, Dessert and coffee available. Blue Grass Old Country Acoustic Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Musicians by invitation only. Audiences always welcome. Lunch served until 1:00 pm. Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Variety every Friday. 50/50, coffee and goodies. New jammers welcome. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 3-5pm, With The Lockharts at the Hynes Event Center, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, With Steve May, pass the hat. Come, enjoy great music, join the fun! Fish Fry - Mission West RV Park, 5-6pm, Fish dinner served every Friday Jan-Mar. Full order (3 pcs. fish) - $8pp. Half order (2 pcs. fish) - $6pp. Meal includes french fries and coleslaw, and either iced tea or coffee. Other concessions also available. Karaoke and Supper - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 5:30-9pm, Supper served at 5:30 pm, karaoke follows supper. Supper menu changes from week to week, $6pp.

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Friday Night Jams - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, 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! Country Jam - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, Every Friday, no charge. Refreshments and cake served on the break. For more information contact Larry Carstens at 515-297-3319. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Steven May & Southern Knights Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Dixon Company Band, $6pp, BYOB/snacks, free ice, popcorn/soda for sale. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Renaissance Rockers, $10pp. Tickets on sale March 6. Dance - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm. Saturday, March 28 Pancake Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol/ El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7:30am, $4pp. Pancake Breakfast - Sun Valley Village, Harlingen, 7:30-9am, All you can eat pancakes, bacon, sausages and coffee for $4. Bring your own plate and silverware. Public welcome! 15659 Buttercup Court, Harlingen, TX. (Off Expressway 83 and north on Altas Palmas Rd.) Country Western Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, Free admission.

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. Rock N Roll/Big Band Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Dessert and coffee. 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 - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, The Beers, $7.50pp. BYOB, popcorn, and ice provided. For more info 815-228-6221. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, At the Hynes Event Center with Diego, $7pp. Tickets available to the public Monday prior to the dance. Sunday, March 29 Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:30am, Non-denominational service. Church Services - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8:30am, Held in Friendship Hall. All welcome, non-denominational, led by Pastor Bob Amos. See PARKS pg. 18

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From pg. 17 Church - Paradise Park RV Resort, Park, 10-11am, Non-denominational serHarlingen, 8:30-10am, Cookies and Fel- vice with Pastor Jeff Dilks, everyone wellowship, 8:30am. Church Service 9:00am. come. Coffee and cookies served followAll are welcome. ing service. Church Service - Bentsen Grove ReSunday Service - River Ranch Resort, sort, Palmview, 8:30am, Non-denomina- Rio Hondo, 10am, Meet Pastor Al Dickey tional church service with Pastor Jesse at our church service. Come sing-a-long Hernandez. Bible study follows service. and get acquainted with your friends. CofChurch Services - San Juan Gardens, fee and cookies after the service. 8:45-9:45am, Non-denominational. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, Public welcome. 3pm, Joe Compton Live, free admission. Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am. Contact Craig and Karyl Ruhde at 956Non-denominational Church Service 464-9024 for more info. - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 9-10am, Bible Karaoke - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Study every Sunday through March at Donna, 5-7pm, FREE, come sing or play 10:15 am. or just listen, BYOB and snacks. Worship Service - Palm Shadows RV/ Jam - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, MH Park, Donna, 9-10am, Communion 6:30-8:30pm, Chuck Stranberg, free adwill be the first Sunday of every month. mission. Come and have an enjoyable Church Service - Eastgate RV & MH time! Park, Harlingen, 9am, Pastor David Monday, March 30 Squire, communion first Sunday of each Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park month. Everyone welcome. For informa- Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, tion call 815-228-6221. 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Church Worship Services - Hidden Grande, meal price varies. Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, Golf Scrambles - Mission West RV 9am, Non-denominational, coffee and re- Park, 10am-Noon, Public Scrambles freshments available at 8:30am. Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 10 AM. Church Services - Quiet Village II, Ladies Scramble Thursday - 10 AM. Donna, 9:30-10:30am. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park ReNon Denominational Church Services sort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am- Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:30- 1:30pm, Menu available at Cafe Grande, 10:30am. meal price varies. Church Service - Mission West RV Yahoo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort,

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Mission, 1-3pm. Bluegrass Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30-4pm, Cake is served during intermission. Open to the public. Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, With Johnny D, pass the hat. Come join in on all the fun! Board Pool - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6-7pm. Tuesday, March 31 Breakfast - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10am, Menu available at Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Square Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With Randy Dougherty. Come join us - Square Dancing fun! 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. Taco Tuesday - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 11:30am-1pm, All you can eat tacos and homemade charro beans. All for just $6pp. 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. Bluegrass Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La

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Feria, 1:30-4pm, Cake is served during intermission. Open to the public. Meal Event - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 4-5:30pm, Menu is all you can eat pizza, salad, dessert, and beverage. $7pp. Bingo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 6:30pm. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp. Wednesday, April 1 Bingo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 7-9pm. Thursday, April 2 Square Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 10am-Noon, With Randy Dougherty, free admission. Come join the fun of Square Dancing. Friday, April 3 Church Service - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 9:15-10:15am. Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, With Steve May, pass the hat. Come, enjoy great music, join the fun! Karaoke and Supper - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 5:30-9pm, Supper served at 5:30 pm, karaoke follows supper. Supper menu changes from week to week, $6pp. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6pm, Come join us with your singing talents! Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Steven May & Southern Knights See PARKS pg. 23

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CALENDAR March 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. March 21 – The International Museum of Arts and Science (IMAS) will hold a Winter Texan Workshop from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Valerie Escamilla will help participants explore different watercolor techniques with various watercolor types and applications. 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. March 24 – Come explore the benefits of Qigong, gentle movement and seated deep meditation at this casual, drop-in program. Holistic practitioners often promote Qigong for its proven stress-reducing benefits, plus its ability to improve flexibility and inner-focus. All ages and

all experience levels welcome. Meditation requires no equipment; attendees may bring a towel, pillow or blanket for comfort. Meditation guide will be Amanda Marie, certified Dharma yoga instructor and mediation practitioner. The event will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room at McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St. March 31 – How old would you be on your favorite planet? How much would you weight? Learn in greater detail about all the unique planets in our solar system. Presented by Tom Butler, member of the South Texas Border Chapter, Texas Master Naturalist. The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the McAllen Public Library in Meeting Room A, 4001 N. 23rd St. April 1 – The McAllen Wind Ensemble will perform their last concert of the season, “Viva South Texas,” at 7:30 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Music will feature guapangos, cowboy anthems, and more. The performing arts center is located at 801 Convention, C St. Go to www.mcallentownband.org/allevents/ for more information and to purchase tickets.

April 7 – McAllen Public Library will have a presentation on Migratory, Specialty and Rare Birds of the Rio Grande Valley at 6:30 p.m. The Rio Grande Valley is home to many tropical bird species and a major migration corridor of Central and Mississippi flyaways. There are 30 birds regarded as RGV specialties and those species are among 525 documented in the region. Learn about these rare birds from Ron and Mary Renk, avid bird watchers and members of the South Texas Border Chapter, Texas Master Naturalist. The library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. April 18 –The Sand Crab Run will start behind Pearl South Padre, 310 Padre Blvd., on the beach at 8:30 p.m. This event benefits Sea Turtle Inc. For more information, go online to www.runintexas. com. April 25 – The 12th Annual Knights of Columbus Fishing Tournament will be held at Jim’s Pier, 211 W. Swordfish St. on South Padre Island. April 28 – Broadway in McAllen presents Rent at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and showtimes, visit www.liveinmcallen.com or call (888) 200-4035. May 1 – McAllen Live present Rain – A Tribute to the Beatles at 8 p.m. For tickets and showtimes, visit www.liveinmcallen.com or call (888) 200-4035.

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From park events to the public. Some of the parks that we know have cancelled events include Ranchero Village, Snow to Sun, Casa del Valle, Tropic Winds, Aladdin Villas, and Tropical Valley Acres. Cities have cancelled most of their big gatherings as well. Events at the McAllen Convention Center and Performing Arts Center scheduled for March have been cancelled. Other events that have been cancelled include the Monarch Festival and the RGV Home and Garden Show. Also cancelled, or suspended, are the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show, Tourist Day in Nuevo Progreso and the Texas Onion Fest in Weslaco. The Native Plant Project scheduled for March 24th has also been cancelled. For any other events published in our reunions and meetings, events and parks calendars, and advertisements – please call the venue or contact and make sure the event is still being held before you decide to attend. While we have received information for some of the cancellations, we likely have not received all the updates we would like to pass along. We here at the Winter Texan Times are taking as much care as we can to stay on top of events in the Valley and let you know where they are happening. We have

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pg. 1 one issue remaining for the season, but we will continue to keep you up to date via our website at www.WinterTexanTimes.com throughout the remainder of the spring and summer as this situation develops. If you become aware of changes to area activities and events, please let us know by email at news@wintertexantimes.com. As always, if you have events you would like to share, send us the information. We always accept submissions from the parks on events that are going on, pictures, short write up and whatever else you might want to share with us – then we can share what we can with our readers – and you. We feel we must stress, that even if an event or activity is still going forward, we ask that our cherished readers please take care in deciding whether to attend. The elderly are the hardest hit by this virus and should take the greatest precautions with their exposure and health. We want you to enjoy your time in the Valley, but we also want to be sure you make it home safe and healthy so that you can come back in the fall to enjoy another great season with the Winter Texan Times in the Rio Grande Valley. For those sticking around a little lon-

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Pedro De La Fuente is passionate about night sky photography and will be sharing his skill at Nights at the Mansion speaker series. Visit Quinta Mazatlán Thursday, March 26, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. for his informative presentation. De La Fuente is a local photographer with a background in education. He is a member of the Upper Valley Art League (UVAL), and is a presenter for Earth Sky Science Phenomena. De La Fuente‘s photography has been on display at Edward Jones Investment offices, Community Planetari-

um, as well as solo exhibits and special events like Planta Nativa and Artrageous. Nights at the Mansion speaker series hosts noteworthy speakers and scholars who present lectures related to the global environment, local cuisine, the arts, and culture. The program takes place Thursday evenings through May. Admission is $3 per person; advanced reservation is not required. Quinta Mazatlán is located at 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen, one block south of La Plaza Mall on 10th Street. For more information, contact Quinta Mazatlán at (956) 681-3370.

ger, or making permanent residency in the Valley, take care of yourself, stay informed, and stay calm. We want to make sure you stay comfortable and are here to enjoy the Valley as long as you can. Be sure to keep up with the latest area information on www.WinterTexanTimes. com where we will also be sharing ways you can help support our area advertisers as they struggle through the economic impact of increasing restrictions on public gatherings.

For us, we are taking each day one day at a time, working from home when we can, and having a bit more family time. Our season is coming to an end as well. We have Spring and Summer projects to work on, but we are taking it easy for a bit to see how everything plays out. We do appreciate each and everyone of you and hope to see you next year. Take care of yourself, wash your hands, and look out for your neighbor as well.

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Celebrate monarch migration season creating diverse native habitats for birds, by learning how to create a flourishing butterflies and people. butterfly garden. Allen Williams, LandAllan Williams is passionate about crescape Habitat Specialist, will be sharing ating gardens that connect minds to the his expertise in wonders of nacreating butterture. Visit Quinta fly friendly landMazatlán Thursscapes at Quinday, March 19, at ta Mazatlán’s 6 p.m. for his inNights at the formative presenMansion speaker tation on creating series. Thursday, butterfly friendly March 19, at 6 landscapes. p.m. Williams Nights at the presents, “Best Mansion speaker Butterfly Garden series hosts noteKit.” worthy speakWilliams ers and scholearned a Bachelor Allen Williams, Landscape Habitat Specialist. ars who present of Arts degree in Visit Quinta Mazatlán Thursday, March 19, at lectures related Geography from 6:00 p.m. for an informative presentation on to the global enSouthwest Texas creating butterfly friendly landscapes. vironment, local State University; cuisine, the arts, his land stewand culture. The ardship career spans 20 years. In 2002, program takes place Thursday evenings after the arrival of a blue mockingbird, through May. Admission is $3 per perhe opened his backyard oasis to tourists. son; advanced reservation is not required. Soon after, the first U.S. documented Quinta Mazatlán is located at 600 Sunset black-headed nightingale-thrush sought Drive in McAllen, one block south of La refuge in his backyard habitat. He then Plaza Mall on 10th Street. For more inforlaunched Williams Wildscapes, Inc., a mation, contact Quinta Mazatlán at (956) native landscape company specializing in 681-3370.

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water. Thrilled to find such a gemstone of creation in her own backyard, Stovell said, “It is absolutely wonderful to be one of the custodians of one of the most ancient anacahuita trees there is, and it’s in our park. We all admire and love its constant blossoming.” Park neighbor Alden Moore recounted that at one time, one of the park residents wanted to tree cut down because its leaves were making too much of a mess on his lawn. “Fortunately for everyone, this didn’t

happen,” said Moore. “or we would have lost a national treasure. Now it’s our job to nurture this tree and protect it. It will be a lasting legacy for our children.” This grand sprawling olive tree continues to bloom, shade and inspire the residents of Palm Resaca Park and now occupies its rightful place as a matriarch of North American nature. If you wish to see this tree, please call the park office at (956) 546-7423 or (800) 667-6881. The office will arrange a time for you to come and visit.

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From pg. 18 Saturday, April 4 Squire, communion first Sunday of each Country Music Jam - Val Verde RV month. Everyone welcome. For informaPark, Donna, 6-8:30pm, If you are using tion call 815-228-6221. GPS you must enter the address as 1400 Church Worship Services - Hidden West Hooks Road, Donna, Texas. Come Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, join the fun! 9am, Non-denominational, coffee and reDance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7pm, freshments available at 8:30am. Bottom Line, $7pp. Non Denominational Church Services Sunday, April 5 - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:30Church - Paradise Park RV Resort, 10:30am. Harlingen, 8:30-10am, Cookies and FelJam - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, lowship, 8:30am. Church Service 9:00am. 6:30-8:30pm, Chuck Stranberg, free adAll are welcome. mission. Come and have an enjoyable Church Service - Eastgate RV & MH time! Park, Harlingen, 9am, Pastor David Monday, April 6

Golf Scrambles - Mission West RV Park, 10am-Noon, Public Scrambles Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 10 AM. Ladies Scramble Thursday - 10 AM. Yahoo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 1-3pm. Tuesday, April 7 Taco Tuesday - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 11:30am-1pm, All you can eat tacos and homemade charro beans. All for just $6pp. Wednesday, April 8 Social Hour Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 3pm, Curt James, pass the hat. Popcorn, nachos, and soft drinks available. All welcome. Friday, April 10 Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort,

Pharr, 6pm, Come join us with your singing talents! Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Texas Storm, $6pp. Saturday, April 11 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 - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7pm, Diego, $7pp.

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2010 MONTANA MOUNTAINEER 326RLT, 36ft, three slides, $12,000. Lot 2015 Loker, Valley View Park, Mission. Ph. 573-528-2345. 38FT KOUNTRY AIR-NEW MAR 2001 fifth wheel, three slides, 7,000 generator, auto satellite, auto jacks, washer, dryer, window screens, dual tandem, sleep number bed, convection microwave, new TV. $15,000. 956-683-5302. 2013 40’ MONTANA 3725RL three large slides, two A/C’s, electric awning, dryer, fireplace, queen bed, double refrigerator, disc brakes. Available after 4/1/2020, $20,000.00 OBO. Call Bob, 330-322-6290. FIFTH WHEEL EDINBURG ON RAMSEYER 2004 30 feet by Forest River, two slides, new appliances, great condition, $7,999 OBO. Pulls like a dream, hidden tanks, king bed. 936-219-8858. 2008 HITCHHIKER LS, 36FT three slides. Nearly every option plus numerous factory custom changes and upgrades. 70 photos, build order and owner additions and upgrades on request. Located Mission. $15,000 OBO. 956-780-5771.

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For Sale PRE OWNED CAMPER VANS Class B, we have three. Pick one and make an offer! Ask for Mark at Texas Trader RV. (956) 357-1048. 10X10 TUFF SHED WITH double doors, will hold a golf cart. Tow dolly. Kenwood Park, lot 204. 515-5714430. 4’X6’ FT CARGO TRAILER, brand wells cargo. $1,200. 712-3303124/712-330-0545. FOR SALE WINDOWS (4) 46 1/4 X 53 1/2, (2) 13 3/4 x 39 3/4, (1) 29 3/4 x 31 1/2, (1) 29 3/4 x 53 1/2. Doors (2) 28x80, (4) 24x80. $10 each. Call Doug, 507-381-7396. 2019 MIDDLEBURY TRAILER.COM TANDEM 7’x16’ silver ramp door side door, asking $5,000 OBO. 1997 Dodge 2500 diesel 2wdrive fifth wheel banks kit 325hp, asking $7,500 OBO. 715-415-2380. MOBILE HOME FOR SALE, 14x51, two bedrooms, furnished, washer/ dryer, portable fireplace, 8x10 shed, OLDCRV. golf cart, 1998 S Honda Reduced price: $18,500. Pleasant Valley Resort, Lot 96. 715-933-0093.

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FOR SALE 2002 CLUB car golf cart. 48 volts, very clean with good batteries. Quiet Village II, Donna, Texas. Call 417-593-1607. 2004 GOLF CART LIKE new, perfect for retired Winter Texan. $2,800.00 OBO. Batteries in good shape. Siesta Village, 1015 Weslaco, TX. Shed kept. Leaving Valley April 5, 2020. 715-828-7730. 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.

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Homes For Sale

BRICK HOME FOR SALE by owner. Over 55 community with covenants and clubhouse. Golf View Estates, Mission, TX. Two bedroom, two bath, two car garage. Open floor plan, new kitchen appliances, fenced back yard. Call 817-441-0603 for viewing. DOUBLE WIDE FOR SALE. 1,500 sq. ft., has Texas room, garage, patio, carport, irrigation, A/C throughout, breezeway, storage shed, is a corner lot. Close to clubhouse, pool, and spa. Royal Palms in Alamo, 335 Queen Palm St., Alamo. $65,000. 605-3811124.

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LOT K-19 WINTER GREEN Estates Mission RV, park model, cement and stone, 50 amp, neat, clean park, you own lot. $9,000. 608-853-0562. SELLING ALL CONCRETE LOT, 24lx14hx10w awning, includes 10x12 vinyl covered shed with refrigerator, icemaker, washer/dryer, patio table with four chairs. Plus golf cart. $17,000. 309-360-3030 or 309-3701010.

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55+ GATED RETIREMENT COMMUNITY, 2216 Double Eagle Dr., Leisure Valley. 27 hole golf course, large lot, man cave, covered patio and carport, fully furnished 16x40 2011 mobile, excellent condition, $38,000, or make offer. 618-315-3311. 16X70 TWO BEDROOM, TWO bath, furnished, new air and heating, full awnings, shed, concrete steps. Own your lot, Club House, pool, at Green Bay South. $62,000, 309-530-1161. 18X60 MOBILE IN EASTGATE, in Harlingen. Two bed, two bath, new vinyl plank floors. Great furniture. King bed in master, cool foam mattress. New stainless appliances included. Dishwasher. Everything just painted. Great park over 55. Application required. Can be moved. Illness forces sale. $23,000, OBO. Fenced yard. Includes most everything, 57” tv and one 32”. Available anytime. Lot rent $344. 319-231-5301. 1985 MELODY 16X80 LOCATED in Green Bay South Community, La Feria. 55+, fully furnished, turnkey, all appliances, utility shed, Texas room, two bed, two bath, walk-in shower, carport, pantry, small office area in hallway, heat/ac, clubhouse, swimming pool, recent updates. Asking $59,900.00. Call 920-460-4135. 1231 2008 14X56 CHAMPION, Palmhurst, two bedroom, one bathroom, carport, NEW washer, NEW stove, big shed with electricity. $21,500. 956605-0089. ALAMO REC MOBILE HOME - Lake View, Lot 121, 14’x40’, gorgeous view, fully furnished, permanent double roofed, double carport, outside shed, AC, furnace. Please call Doris, 712-898-4740. 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. 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

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Motor Homes

MUST SEE 26FT 2007 Winn. aspect motor home, all options, new tires, 62,000 miles, rear down bed, backup camera, all leather, large slide and more. $33,900. Call 573-348-9640. Mission. 1997 PACE ARROW RV one bedroom, kitchen, dining area, lots of drawers, closets. Fully equipped. 956-592-3705. 902 East Madison, Brownsville. Jorge for messages, 956-544-1811. 2004 GEORGIA BOY PURSUIT motor home 34ft, replaced awning 2018, new tires 2018, new TV 2019, gasoline v10 engine with 37,287 miles. 575-921-5867. $24,000. 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. $49,000, insured and appraised at $60,500. www.alfaforsale.com 641-777-1628, 573-2687454. 2000 38FT DISCOVERY, CUMMINGS 275hp diesel, 78,000 miles, two slides, 7,500 diesel generator, side by side refrigerator, convection microwave, washer dryer combination. $31,500, excellent condition, 309-530-1161. 2007 ALFA GOLD MOTORHOME $78,000. One owner, 40’ Alfa Gold motorhome, one big slide and bedroom slide. It’s a beauty but time to say goodbye. 400 HP Cummins diesel, Freightliner chassis, 7.5 generator, MCD custom blinds, mw/convection oven, propane oven, central vac, new recliners, dometic fridge, Atwood leveling jacks, three year old good tires, heated tile, extended tile,new carpet, queen size bed,flat screen TV’s, one year old house and coach batteries, stackable washer/dryer, basement air and roof air, non smokers, no pets. Mileage 69,300. Some extended warranty available. Very clean. Text or call 580-920-3626. $78,000. Located in Edinburg, Texas. 1994 PLEASUREWAY CLASS B MOTORHOME Dodge Ram Van fully loaded, self contained, bathroom/ shower, twin beds, great tires, good engine, new house battery, good condition. 86,860 miles. $12,000. Mission, call 956-358-7311.

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2011 FOREST RIVER GEORGETOWN 37’, two slides, 1 1/2 baths, king size bed, five tanks, three TV’s, newer tires, toilets, windshield, satellite dish and receiver, 38,000 miles. Call Dick in Alamo, 956-457-5969. FLEETWOOD BOUNDER 36 FOOT, two slides, washer, dryer, 1 1/2 bathrooms, four door huge fridge, 25,500 miles, three recliners. Pet/smoke free, fully furnished. 701-799-5300. $57,800. Includes towing package. Beautiful! 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.

Village, 4515 Graham Rd, Harlingen Lot 134. $35,500. Call 317-902-4345. 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. FURNISHED 12X32 PARK MODEL one bedroom, metal roof extends over patio, 8x8 shed, queen sized bed. Can be seen, Emerald Grove Park, Lot E-7, between La Feria and Harlingen. 715-308-8837. WE PAY TOP CASH for your travel trailers, fifth wheels, park models, mobile homes, and cars. Leave your lot clean. 956-867-2366.

55+ GATED COMMUNITY PHARR,TX. 14x40, 10x26 Texas room, one bedroom, one bath, new metal roof, fully furnished, open concept, new double windows in Texas room, double windows in trailer, two owner, washer/dryer, 8x10 shed. Turnkey ready. Permanent siding, corner lot. 641-420-7645. PARK MODEL ON LAKE Reduced, well maintained 1BR/1BA. Furnished, washer, dryer, metal roof, new carport, own lot. Gated community, Lakewood

TEXAS TRADER RV DOES RV service bumper to bumper, top to bottom, 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.

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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.

RVs

PRE OWNED CAMPER VANS Class B, we have three. Pick one and make an offer! Ask for Mark at Texas Trader RV. (956) 357-1048.

Travel Trailers

FOR SALE 2000 33’ AMERICAN Star travel trailer and lot, Paradise Park, 55+ McAllen. Twin beds, 6x10 metal shed, washer, fruit trees, all concrete lot. Great location. $14,000, 517-2424422. 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. 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.

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WE PAY TOP CASH for your travel trailers, fifth wheels, park models, mobile homes, and cars. Leave your lot clean. 956-867-2366.

Want To Buy

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.

Wanted

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. 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. FULL TIME ON-SITE MANAGER. 30-unit condominium. No experience required but a plus. Salary commensurate with abilities. Perfect for retired Winter Texan(s) who want to relocate to S.P.I. Send resume to Padre Oasis Condominium, P.O. Box 2868, South Padre Island, Texas 78597.

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American Discount Hearing

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Denny’s

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El Sombrero

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Freddy’s

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Nikky’s Carpet Cleaning

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Olive Garden

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Pirate’s Landing

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The Griffin Grill

pg. 19

Victoria Palms Restaurant

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