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I still can’t believe it is already November. This past month has gone by way too quickly and before we know it, Christmas is going to be here. We don’t want to get through the month of November too fast though. The month is a great time for thanksgiving. We tend to really think about the things we are thankful for during the month of November. This season I feel like I have a lot more to be thankful for than usual. I have See RAMBLINGS pg. 6

Salvation Army ensures ‘Hope Marches On’

With the resurgence of the pandemic these last six months, the organization is digging in for another challenging season of need. As thousands of people continue to struggle with the impacts of pandemic poverty, The Salvation Army of McAllen is calling on everyone to help individuals and families overcome the threat of eviction amid the holiday season. Social services organizations like The Salvation Army have worked tirelessly to provide help and hope since the pandemic started, but needs are increasing again this hol-

November 11 is a time America takes a moment to thank all Veterans for the sacrifices they pay to help protect our country. Celebrated as such since 1919, We continue to thank our Veterans for their time served. Cities throughout the Rio Grande Valley will be honoring their community Veterans. Here are just a few of the events that will be taking place next week. Veterans War Memorial of Texas in McAllen On November 11, the public is invited to a Veterans Day program at the Veteran’s War Memorial of Texas in McAllen (29th St. and Col. See VETERANS pg. 14

Collection for Operation Christmas is next week

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Grand marshal Lt. Col. Arnulfo Esqueda relaxes in the entertainment area with his eightyear-old granddaughter Emmy Esqueda following the Nov. 9, 2019 parade in Mission.

Courtesy of Samaritan’s Purse.

As we are all preparing for Thanksgiving, and thinking about what we are thankful for, many are sharing their gratitude by giving back. Residents throughout the Valley are filling shoeboxes with fun toys, school supplies and hygiene items to send to children in need around the world. For many of these children, it will be the first gift they receive. During Operation Christmas Child’s National Collection Week November 15-22, local residents, in Mission and surrounding communities, will collect shoebox gifts at drop-off locations in the area. The Samaritan’s Purse project, partnerSee COLLECTION pg. 24

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Day of the Dead altar opens at Alamo Museum

By Herb Moering “So glad to see those of you who want to keep the Day of the Dead alive,” said Alex Oyoque, director of City of Alamo Museum during a reception November 1 involving a presentation on the meaning of Dias de Los Muertos by the PSJA Memorial Early College High School’s Spanish Club. This first ever Day of the Dead altar honored the museum’s late founding member Fire Chief Rolando Espinoza. In addition to Spanish Club members and a few PSJA teachers, about 35 other people attended, including the chief’s widow, Betty, his sisters, Pilar Garza and Armida Gomez, and a dozen other family members. Angelika Garza, daughter of PSJA Spanish Department teacher Patricia Garza, explained the meaning of the two-day Day of the Dead occasion, mainly celebrated in Mexico and some parts of Central and South America. The holiday has spread in recent years into places like South Texas. It has nothing to do with Halloween traditions it was pointed out. She noted that participants on Nov. 1 traditionally honor children who have died and Nov. 2 is for remembering deceased adults. Despite the subject matter, Day of the Dead occasions are not so much somber or sad. Rather than mourning, they are festive in celebrating the lives of loved ones. One way to mark the occasion is to have an altar, also known as an “ofrenda.” The club members spent a couple weeks constructing the altar at the museum. They, along with art class, Folkloric, Mariachi, woodshop and Spanish class members also built a larger one at PSJA Memorial High. The museum altar, which will be on exhibit all of November, symbolizes a shrine to the departed souls. Some altars may be intended to welcome the souls of the dead back for a visit, but most serve as a reminder that the family has not forgotten them. Sometimes the altar is set up at the grave of the deceased individual, similar in ways to visiting a grave as many do and placing flowers or

In appreciation for the effort of PSJA High School Spanish Club students in creating a Day of the Dead altar the Friends of the City of the Alamo Museum President Idolina Vela (third from left) presented a $250 check to M. Rosario Garcia, Spanish department head. Others on hand for a Nov. 1 reception at the museum included (from left) Anthony Gonzalez, Spanish club president; Betty Espinoza, widow of the late Fire Chief Rolando Espinoza who was being honored with the altar: Vela and Garcia, Maria Mora Ochoa, club sponsor; and teachers Adelitz Granadoz, Patricia Garza and Veronica Garza. A typical outfit associated with the Day of the Dead was worn by Angelika Garza, daughter of teacher Patricia Garcia, to the Nov. 1 reception, who also explained some of the meaning to the celebrated day or remembering deceased family members.

In addition to the reception the PSJA Spanish Club students also explained the Day of the Dead and altar to Marcia Garza Elementary School fifth graders who visited the museum on Nov. 2.

PSJA Memorial freshman Manelly Zepeda provided two songs that might be sung as part of the festive occasion.

some personal item like a picture there. At the museum, all of the usual 13 items are around the altar. These include four main elements—a pitcher of water to quench the thirst of a returning spirit; wind symbolized with paper banners; earth marked with some food, like bread, and fire found in lighted candles as a guide marker. Decorations can include skulls that are detailed as to specific regions in Mexico and serves as offering reminders. Food often plays a major role, like “pan de Muerto,” or Bread of the Dead. A photo of the deceased person or some important possession may be placed too. Marigolds are believed to not only be pretty but have a unique scent

and bright color to draw a dead soul closer to an altar, even following a strewn path of them. Skeleton figurines are dressed normally and ready to perform everyday activities. Monarch butterflies are more a Mexican tradition associated with their return to winter havens usually about Nov. 1 and some consider them containing the souls of the dead headed for their shrines. Papel Picado is a fragile, like life, colorful perforated paper placed on the altar with the holes being gateways to shrines for returning souls. Candles serve as beacons to returning souls as do lanterns that for some symbolizes the star of Bethlehem’s guidance. Dog figurines are intended to guide souls to their resting place. Incense use for some is considered a help to facilitate communication between the world of the living and the dead. And the arch also symbolizes a gateway between the land of

the living and the dead. A picture of Jesus and a cross beneath the altar are also common symbols when it comes to afterlife. Museum Director Oyoque said he would like to have a Day of the Dead altar every year and it be used to honor at least one deceased individual and possibly several. He thanked the students for the professionalism shown in the altar. In recognition of the efforts made in constructing the altar, Friends of the Museum President Idolena Vela presented Spanish department head M. Rosario Garcia with a check for $250 for the students’ hard work, dedication and materials purchased. Besides the reception, the students also spoke the next day about the Day of the Dead to the fifth graders from Marcia Garza Elementary School. They came on a visit to the museum to learn about the El Gato area of south Alamo, which is where their school is located. El Gato stands for “cat” of which there are several types of wildcats that roamed the area. For more information about the Day of the Dead altar, call the museum at 130 South Eighth St., (956) 961-4398. The museum is open from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Join PVAS for their First Annual Give A Bark 5K

Join Palm Valley Animal Society’s on Saturday, November 20, for their First Annual “Give A Bark 5K Walk/ Run” at Fireman’s Park at 201 N 1st St., in McAllen. The main event will kick off at 8 a.m. with a one-mile Doggie Dash starting at 9 a.m. University Draft House will be the official race day headquarters. University Draft House will also provide breakfast for participants and host a “Give a Meow Brunch” from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. to the public, where a portion of those proceeds will benefit PVAS. Joining the event will be local ax-throwing establishment Kickin

Axes, where they will bring their mobile unit for anyone wanting to take part between 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. “This is our first 5K, and we hope to increase participation every year,” says PVAS Executive Director Donna Casamento. “The animals will benefit from the community coming together for this event, and the more people take part, the more it will help the people and pets of the RGV. I wish all participants the best of luck.” Registration is still open, and they are asking for more people to sign up and get involved. The registration fee is $30 for the 5K Run and $20 for the one-mile Doggie Dash. People can register at endurancesplits.redpodium.com/give-a-bark-5k-runwalk. All registered participants will receive a shirt, bib, and medal. Whether you are out chasing down the finish line, casually walking the dog in the Doggie Dash, or pulling up a chair for a Draft House mimosa, PVAS hopes to see many out as they “Give a Bark” for PVAS pets on November 20.

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ReVoiced to perform in Harlingen

Acappella quintet, ReVoiced, is bringing its famed signature sound, powerful stage presence, and unique arrangements of familiar classics to Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499, Harlingen, TX on Tuesday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m. For ticket information, visit the association’s website at www.HarlingenConcert. com or call (956) 392-9757. Founded in 2012, REVOICED began with the simple goal of “revoice-ing” hits from yesterday and today. Paired with their incomparable vocal sound and unmatched showmanship, that goal quickly pivoted towards using their musical talents to uplift and inspire listeners to strive for excellence within their own life endeavors. The group has an impressive catalogue of vocal accolades, including being featured on American Idol and NBC’s The Sing Off, and performing with artists like Mariah Carey, Keith Urban, Andy Williams, Josh

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Join Mission Historical Museum (MHM) as Ms. Margarita Longoria presents this captivating lecture on Saturday, November 13 at 11 a.m. Admission is FREE to the public. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. In this mixed-media collection of short stories, personal essays, poetry, and comics, this celebrated group of authors share the borders they have crossed, the struggles they have pushed through, and the two cultures they continue to navigate as Mexican Americans. Living Beyond Borders is at once an eye-opening, heart-wrenching, and hopeful love letter from the Mexican American community to today’s young readers. Twenty standalone short stories, essays, poems, and more from celebrated and award-winning authors make up this YA anthology that explores the Mexican American experience. With works by Francisco X. Stork, Guadalupe Garcia McCall, David Bowles, Rubén Degollado, e.E. Charlton-Trujillo, Diana

López, Xavier Garza, Trinidad Gonzales, Alex Temblador, Aida Salazar, Guadalupe Ruiz-Flores, Sylvia Sánchez Garza, Dominic Carrillo, Angela Cervantes, Carolyn Dee Flores, René Saldaña Jr., Justine Narro, Daniel García Ordáz, and Anna Meriano. Margarita Longoria is a lifelong bookworm, book blogger, and an award-winning high school librarian in South Texas. She is the founder of Border Book Bash: Celebrating Teens and Tweens of the Rio Grande Valley and served on state reading committees for the Texas Library Association. She is the editor of Living Beyond Borders: Growing Up Mexican in America, a mixed-media collection of short stories, personal essays, poetry, and comics, that is a hopeful love letter from the Mexican American community to today's young readers. She holds a BA and an MA in English and an MLS in Library Science. She is passionate about diverse books, her two sons, coffee, and Mr. Darcy. She grew up in Edinburg, Texas, and lives with her family in the Rio Grande Valley. You can visit Margie online at margiesmustreads.com The Mission Historical Museum is located at 900 Doherty Avenue, Mission. The Museum is open Wednesday – Friday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and every second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information on this program or any upcoming events contact the museum office at (956) 580-8646, or visit www.missionmuseum.org, and follow on Facebook.

Mannheim Steamroller to perform in McAllen

If you thought that the best live concerts of 2021 have already taken place, then you must not have heard that Mannheim Steamroller Christmas is making a live appearance at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. They will be performing on Monday, December 27th at 7 p.m. This performer is the biggest music sensation that’s hitting the country by storm with new fans joining the discussion after every live performance. Everyone will tell you that Mannheim Steamroller Christmas brings limitless energy, excellent passion, and leading

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WAAR program provides a way for families to connect

During this year’s season of hope and giving, Wreaths Across America Radio (WAAR) invites our troops from across the country and overseas, as well as their loved ones at home, to send a holiday greeting to one another in the form of an internet radio greeting. They call this the “Remembrance Ring” program. The “Remembrance Ring” provides American military families the opportunity to extend holiday greetings and thanks to service members and veterans through Wreaths Across America Radio. Wreaths Across America Radio is a stream you can listen to anywhere, 24/7 at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio, and via the iHeart Radio app, or download it at the App Store or on Google. (hashtag #WreathsRadio.) Last year the program connected many families from all over the globe. Be sure to email your friends and loved ones and let them know about this program. “The United States currently has

1.3 million active-duty members, reservists and guards serving within our borders and abroad. Additionally, more than 24 million veterans have faithfully served our country in the past,” said Karen Worcester, Wreaths Across America Executive Director. “I am honored and thrilled to be able to offer these soldiers and their families the opportunity to share their Holiday greeting. The Remembrance Ring is a wonderful gift to give and is especially important for sharing love and support for their sacrifices at this special time of the year.” Anyone can participate by calling (888) 348-3352 to record a short holiday greeting. WAAR will play that message on-air during the holidays to help bring families, loved ones, members of our military, and American’s closer together for the holiday season. These special messages will be broadcast between November 22nd and December 31st. See WAAR pg. 9

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been down and out for a bit with a broken knee and have had help from so many of my dear friends, church family, and of course my own family. I can’t wait until I am fully functional again so I can pay it back to those that have gone out of their way to lend a helping hand, even if it was a text to see how I was doing, or a kind note left at my door. Showing your gratitude, or how much you care for someone, does not have to involve moving a mountain. It can be that simple gesture. It can be a simple, “Hi! I hope you are doing okay today!” Those small and simple things can bring a smile to anyone’s face. My heart was instantly feeling with love and gratitude anytime someone reached out to me this last month. I invite you to share what you are thankful for and let those around you know why you are thankful for them. Call someone you haven’t talked to in a while and ask them how they are. Send someone a card to let them know you are thinking of them.

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The Harlingen Performing Arts Center invites you to “break-out your gloves” with them as they follow four women breaking free from their prescribed societal roles in order to perfect The Sweet Science of Bruising. Set in 1869 London, author Joy Wilkinson skillfully illustrates the battle for women’s rights through a heart pounding, invigorating scene of women’s boxing. It is a story of four very different Victorian women who are drawn into the dark underground world of female boxing by the eccentric Professor Sharp. Controlled by men and constrained by corsets, each finds an unexpected freedom in the boxing ring. As their lives begin to intertwine, their journey takes you through grand drawing rooms, bustling theatres, and rowdy Southwark pubs, where the women fight inequality as well as each other. But with the final showdown approaching, only one can become the Lady Boxing Champion of the World. An epic tale of passion, politics and pugilism, The Sweet Science of Bruising is a spectacular blend of action, drama, and hope. This production will be unique to HCISD, as it will be performed in the round with seating on all four sides of the stage within the “black box” theatre, creating a novel experience for all. There will be three showings with a special Winter Texan Night. A Thursday, November 11 showing

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• Provide new toys and clothing through the Angel Tree program for local children of families in need • Take the Red Kettle Challenge by creating your own virtual kettle – visit the website for details • Call (956) 682-1468 to volunteer to help organize and distribute Angel Tree gifts • Donate digitally with Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and Venmo at any red kettle • Donate cryptocurrency such as Bitcoin or Ethereum for the first year ever • Ask Amazon Alexa to donate by saying, “Alexa, donate to The Salvation Army,” then specify the amount • Give any amount by texting “KETTLES” to 91999 Every donation helps hope march on for those in need, and all gifts stay within the community in which they are given. Visit SalvationArmyTexas.org/McAllen/ to donate or learn more about how you can help this year. About The Salvation Army The Salvation Army annually helps more than 23 million Ameri-

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The Deep South Texas Master Gardeners welcomes our Winter Texans back and would like to help you start your winter vegetable garden. Unlike in the north where gardening is done during the summer months, we here in Texas do our gardening in the fall and winter. Many of those wonderful vegetables that you enjoy back home can be grown here in Texas during the winter months. Now if you do not have space for an in the ground planting bed, let the Master Gardeners show you how to grow all the vegetables you need in pots. A “Container Vegetable Gardening” workshop will be held on Saturday, November 13th. For this workshop the cost is $10, and you

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By U.S. Sen. John Cornyn Chili is a staple of Texas cuisine. Many of us know it as a warm bowl of joy on a crisp fall evening and a great way to gather family and friends around the dinner table. In fact, on May 11, 1977, chili was adopted as the state dish of Texas by the Legislature. Will Rogers may have said it best when he described Texas chili as “the bowl of blessedness.” This timeless Texas classic is known for many things, including annual competitions sure to cook up delicious entries. From Flatonia to

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Wednesday, November 10 Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Karaoke - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, In the Chuckwagon Room of the Friendship Hall. Please use parking lot at the south side of the building, enter through the swimming pool doors and take the first door on the right past Coke machine. Mask required when not singing, please. Happy Hour - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Diego, pass the hat. Social Hour Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 3-5pm, With Ron Moshier. Soft drinks, popcorn, nachos, and ice cream bars available. Pass the hat. For more in-

formation, call 425-501-6773. Karaoke - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5:30pm, Hynes Event Center. Music Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 5:30pm, Hosted by Don McGhghy. Food available 4 to 5:15 pm. 300 S. Bryan Rd. For info: 563-340-6493. Thursday, November 11 Garage Sale - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7am-Noon. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Thursday Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm, Served by Ace’s BBQ. Menu changes weekly. Contact Activity Office for menu items 956-585-0703. Orders due by Tuesday at noon. Social Hour - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-7:30pm, Food to purchase 4 to 5:30 pm with music from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Pass the hat. All You Can Eat Fish Fry - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country

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Club, Mercedes, 4:30-6:30pm, Hynes Event Center, $9.75pp. Meal - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 5-6:30pm, Homemade meatloaf, green beans or corn $9pp, with dessert $11pp. Prayer and Praise - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm. Friday, November 12 Garage Sale - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7am-Noon. Breakfast Buffet - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10:30am, Cafe Grande, $8pp. Craft Fair - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, No charge for tables November only. Open to public; you must sign up with Activity Director. Indoor and outdoor spaces available. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country “OPRY” Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Country and

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Saturday, November 13 Community Garage Sale - Cottonwood Country Club, Harlingen, 7am1pm, 1001 S. Ed Carey Dr. Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9:30am, Omelets, biscuits and gravy, and other breakfast items. Patio Sales - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Open to public. Patio Sales - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon. Yard Sale - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 8am-Noon, All park yard sale. Located 301 E. Hall Acres Rd., Pharr. Craft Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8am-Noon, Breakfast and lunch will be served. Dance - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Curt James, $8pp. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7pm, Diego, $7pp. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, Hynes Event Center, $8pp.

Out of park residents may purchase tickets Monday prior to dance. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, Route 66. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Snack bar open. Sunday, November 14 Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am, In the Main Hall. Church - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 9am, 1320 West Frontage Rd. Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, Chaplain Dr Larry Windle Entertainment - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-6pm, Joy Norris and Jess Elrick Benefit Show, $8pp. Open to the public. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30pm, After evening meals, meals served 4:00 to 5:30 pm. Come and have a wonderful meal and great entertainment! Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Chaplain Dr Larry Windle Monday, November 15

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be honored at the event and asked to join the MMA superintendent for the pass in review. The public is also encouraged to attend. MMA’s battalion-size parades are always held in front of the historic Iwo Jima Monument, a symbol of American pride for veterans, Marines and civilians alike. Although bleacher seating is available, parade-goers may bring lawn chairs. MMA is located at 320 Iwo Jima Blvd., off Loop 499 and next to Valley International Airport in Harlingen. For more information on the Veterans Day Parade, call (956) 421-9225. Mission to host third annual Veterans Day Fest This year, the City of Mission is once again honoring local military heroes with a Veterans’ Appreciation BBQ, Thursday November 11. The drive-thru event at Mission Event Center (200 N. Shary Rd.) will feature a chicken plate with all the trimmings, while supplies last. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. “The City is proud to pay tribute to our men and women in the military by providing an annual Veterans Day Celebration,” Mayor Dr. Armando O’Caña said. “This civic celebration honors and celebrates the brave men, women, and families who have fought and sacrificed for our liberty and freedom.” Veterans are urged to decorate their vehicles in red, white and blue to showcase their patriotism as they pick up their BBQ plates. Guests are also encouraged to visit the RGV State Veterans Cemetery over the holiday to place flowers or flags at the grave sites of loved ones. The celebration recognizing military men and women will continue throughout November. The City of Mission is also offering a free round of golf throughout the month for Veterans at Shary Municipal Golf Course. A military ID is required for

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pm. Snack bar open. Singers should arrive early so songs may be downloaded to computer. Prayer and Praise - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, $0.50 a card; popcorn/soda available. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, Joe Compton Live. Pass the hat, concessions available. 400 N Val Verde Rd. Friday, November 19 Breakfast Buffet - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10:30am, Cafe Grande, $8pp. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Country “OPRY” Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Country and gospel like Nashville USED to do with some occasional old-time RockN-Roll. Hosted by Elaine Nelson, National Country Music Hall of Famer. Play a tune, sing a song, tap your feet, sing along...remember when... bring a smile and bring a friend! Y’all come!!! Everyone is welcome! Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Homemade goodies and beverage provided, 50/50, great music. Fish Fry - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 5:30-6:30pm. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights - country/rock. $8pp. BYOB and snacks. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Glow stick dance with Curt James, $8pp at door. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Bottomline Band, $6pp. Mask recommended but not required. Dance - Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Sweet Water Band, $8pp. Pay at the door. Paradise South Hall, kitchen is open, BYOB. Saturday, November 20 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9:30am, Omelets, biscuits and gravy, and other breakfast items. Park Wide Sale - Casa del Sol, Donna, 8am-Noon. Craft Show - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, Just in time for Christmas gift shopping. For details or to reserve tables, contact Char 941-

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830-4227. Craft & Patio Sale - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 8amNoon, 7600 Long Dr. Refreshments and lunch will be available. Interested vendors can call 918-741-0177. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7pm, SweetWater, $7pp. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Rewind, Hynes Event Center, $8pp. Out of park residents may purchase tickets Monday prior to dance. Dance - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Starfire, $7pp. Open to the public. Dance - Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, Hot Rodz. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Snack bar open. Sunday, November 21 Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am, In the Main Hall. Church - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 9am, 1320 West Frontage Rd. Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am.

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Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10-11:30am. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, Chaplain Dr Larry Windle Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30pm, After evening meals, meals served 4:00 to 5:30 pm. Come and have a wonderful meal and great entertainment! Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Chaplain Dr Larry Windle Movie - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Snack bar opens at 6:00 pm. Free movies. Please visit website for title of movie each week. Monday, November 22 Monday Night Hamburgers - Mission West RV Park, 4:30-5:30pm, Join us for the best mesquite grilled burger in the Valley. Hamburger (with all the fixins), fries, tea/coffee - $6pp. We also have cheeseburgers and grilled chicken. If you prefer, we’ll cook your burger on our inside grill. Monday Night Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30-6pm, Served by Ace’s BBQ. Menu changes weekly. Contact Activity Office for

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CALENDAR November 11 Harlingen will honor Veterans at 11 a.m. at Pendleton Park, 4137 N. Minnesota St. Free admission. Call (956) 245-1276 for more information. November 11 Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents The Sweet Science of Bruising at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www. hcisdpa.org. November 12 Valley Symphony Orchestra presents From the New World at 8 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd. For ticket information, visit www.mcallentheater.com or call (956) 661-1615. November 12 The City of Brownsville is celebrating your return to the Valley by holding a 50’s Sock Hop from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gonzalez Urban Center (34 Tony Gonzalez Dr.). Join for 50’s dance and costume contest. Admission is free. RSVP by calling (956) 551-2314. Space may be limited. November 12 Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents The Sweet Science of Bruising at 10 a.m. This is a special Winter Texan event with a discounted price of $15. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa. org. November 13 A Veterans Day Senior League Softball game will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 13, at Brewster Elementary in Linn, Tx. Veterans ages 55 and older are invited to play a Veterans vs. Veterans softball game. For information, call Fred Esqueda at (956) 897-6961. November 13 The Harlingen’s Farmers Market will be held at 3 p.m. at the Harlingen Convention Bureau, 2nd and Tyler. For more information call

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(956) 622-5053. November 13 Mission Historical Museum will present “Living Beyond Borders: Growing up Mexican in America” at 11 a.m. Admission is free to the public. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. The Museum is located at 900 Doherty Ave. The Museum is open Wednesday – Friday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and every second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information on this program or any upcoming events contact the museum office at (956) 580-8646, or visit www.missionmuseum.org, and follow on Facebook. November 13 The Deep South Texas Gardeners will hold a Container Vegetable Gardening workshop from 9 to 11 a.m. Cost for the workshop is $10 and participants will receive their own potted garden to take home. The workshop is located at 509 E. Earling Rd., San Juan. Class size is limited. November 13 Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents The Sweet Science of Bruising at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www. hcisdpa.org. November 13 Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents Man of La Mancha at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa. org. November 13 As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Opera Theater will perform at 7 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville (90 Taylor Avenue). For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv. edu/patron. November 14 The South Padre Island Farmers Market will be held at 11 a.m. at The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd. November 14 As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Opera Theater will perform at 3 p.m. at the TSC Performing Arts Center in Brownsville (90 Taylor Avenue). For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.

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edu/patron. November 14 Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents Man of La Mancha at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa. org. November 14 As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Clarinet Ensemble Fall Concert will be held at 2 p.m. at the UTRGV Library Auditorium in Edinburg. For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv.edu/ patron. November 14 As part of their Student Performance Series, the UTRGV Clarinet Ensemble Fall Concert will be held at 7 p.m. in Brownsville. For more information, or tickets, visit utrgv. edu/patron. November 16 Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents Man of La Mancha at 10 a.m. This is a Special Winter Texan production with discounted tickets at $15. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa.org. November 16 Acapella quintet, ReVoiced, is bringing its famed signature sound, powerful stage presence, and unique arrangements of familiar classics to Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499, in Harlingen, at 7:30 p.m. For ticket information, visit the association’s website at www. HarlingenConcert.com or call (956) 392-9757. November 16 Harlingen CISD Performing Arts Center presents Man of La Mancha at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. HCISD Performing Arts Center is located at 3217 W. Wilson Rd. For more information, tickets, and their full calendar of events, visit www.hcisdpa. org. November 16 A Million Dollar Quartet Christmas – Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley come together again to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Sun Records, now donned with a Christmas tree, garland, and mistletoe, rings with sounds of the season and the

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Model Rail Roading & Railroaders Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information. Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers have begun their 2021-2022 season. The woodcarvers are meeting again this year at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Blvd., in Pharr. Join the group from 8 a.m. until noon every Thursday through March of 2022. Gather with old friends, and new, to carve, visit and share ideas. Please use the north end of the parking lot for parking. Also, please use the back door to enter the building. Participants will be setting up their own tables for the time being. Be sure to clean up your area before leaving at the end of the day.

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Motor Homes 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

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. PARK MODEL FOR SALE 12x34, $17,500. Contact Charles Josephes at 651-227-1250 or Linda Guimond at 507-288-2969.

RVs 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 WILL sell your RV guaranteed! Or we’ll make an offer to buy it, call for your free appraisal

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Services

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.

Travel Trailers

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 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. WE PAY TOP CASH for your travel trailers, 5th wheels, park models, mo-

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

Volunteers Needed

MISSION, TX PET RESCUE needs volunteers. Dog/Cat Pet Rescue looking for full/part time volunteers. Many ways to help. Seasonal or year-round. Contact Larry @ 501-993-7283.

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. 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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Photos Courtesy of Samaritan’s Purse.

ing with churches worldwide, will deliver these gifts to children in need. Collection location will be at Baptist Temple in McAllen, 2001 Trenton Rd. Times and dates are as follows – Monday, November 15, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, November 16, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Wednesday, November 17, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Thursday, November 18, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Friday, November 19, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Saturday, November 20, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; and Sunday November 21 and Monday, November 22, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Valley residents are not alone in their effort to help children around the world. More than 150,000 U.S. volunteers including families, churches and other groups are joining forces to contribute to the largest Christmas project of its kind. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call 817-595-2230, or visit samaritanspurse.org/occ. Participants

can donate $9 per shoebox gift online through "Follow Your Box" and receive a tracking label to discover its destination. Those who prefer the convenience of online shopping can browse samaritanspurse.org/buildonline to select gifts matched to a child's specific age and gender, then finish packing the virtual shoebox by adding a photo and personal note of encouragement. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan's Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham. The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God's love in a tangible way to children in need around the world and, together with the local churches worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 168 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 160 countries and territories.

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