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Whether you prefer nature and the out-doors, historical sites, parks, fishing, boat-ing, or parasailing over the surf at South Padre Island, the Rio Grande Valley has it all. Visitors can enjoy all the Valley has to offer year-round due to the Valley’s mild winter weather. Over 100,000 Winter Texans stay for the winter season to enjoy our warm, subtropical climate with an average temperature of 65-70 degrees. Winter Texans are not the only ones who have discovered the Rio Grande Valley. Birding, butterfly, and nature enthusiasts from all parts of the country come to the Valley every year, attracted by the 545 species of birds and 330 butterfly species that are either native to the area or that migrate through the Valley each year. Because of its neo-tropical climate, the Rio Grande Valley is home to many tropical birds that can be seen nowhere else in the United States. It is also a major bird migration corridor with two major flyways converging here. The Rio Grande Valley is also a place full of history. From battle sites to the only lighthouse on the gulf shores, to museums with artifacts, to chapels, historic homes, and old Page 4 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide Vol. 24, No. 1 2021-2022 Edition Published by Nexus Publishing, LLC 1217 N. Conway Mission, Texas 78572 (956) 580-7800 www.wintertexantimes.com © Copyright 2021 by Nexus Publishing, LLC. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the express consent of the publisher. All rights reserved. Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide 2021-2022 ABOUT THE COVERTop Photo: SpaceX has arrived at Boca Chica. Tours are not available, but visitors can keep up to date with their launches on their Facebook, livestream videos, and website. You can find more information and links at www.sopadre.com/ spacex/. Photo download provided courtesy of SpaceX at www.flickr.com/photos/spacex/. Bottom Photos: The US-Mexican War was fought at several locations in the Rio Grande Valley. This cannon, and others, are scattered along the property at Palo Alto National Historic Park in Brownsville. When visiting the park, you can learn about the war and the role it played for the Valley, along with walking its trails and seeing some of the Valley’s natural habitat and wildlife.Dancing is a big part of the culture of the Rio Grande Valley. Events throughout the Valley highlight the varied cultures and dancing that can be found. Pictured is UTRGV’s Ballet Folklorico – Alegria.The Rio Grande Valley is a popular area for birding and Quinta Mazatlan is just one of the many birding sites open to visitors. This Pine Siskin is one of many species of birds that can be found in the Rio Grande Valley.

To The Rio Grande Valley stores. Every Valley city has a story to tell. Whether you are a Winter Texan, a family with young children, or just someone that enjoys the outdoors, his-tory and culture, the Rio Grande Val-ley has something to offer everyone. In our Visitor’s Guide this year you will find something new. We have included beautiful maps that pinpoint featured locations through the Valley. We have broken up the area into eight regions, so whatever area you are visiting, you have a map to see what is close to you. With all there is to see and do in the Rio Grande Valley, we hope you en-joy your stay! Inside this guide Points of Interest ............................................6Valley Birding & Nature Events ..................31Valley Chamber Offices ...............................32Golfers’Paradise ...........................................33World Class Birding & Nature Sites .......51-54 2021 Rio Grande Valley Visitors Guide

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 (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.