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Pg. 13 Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 35, No. 7 © 2021 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, December 1, 2021 Rina’s Ramblings We love hearing from you! It has been a pleasure to receive messages from park residents, activity directors, etc. the past few weeks about what you are doing and how much you are enjoying being back in the Valley. We will try to feature some of these parks as we get information from them – and best of all – photos. Photos tell the story and give us a true insight in what you are doing at your park. Please, if you send us a write up

Dance for the Children to be held

By Herb Moering Christmas is a time for wonderful stories and a number of residents in the Lakewood RV Resort in Harlingen have one to tell. In fact, this will be the 28th Christmas for the Children party, slated for Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the park. It is a resumption of an effort that was interrupted last year by the pandemic. “We are providing a special Christmas for 14 less fortunate families whose children attend the nearby local elementary school,” according to Donna Wright, a Lakewood resident and Christmas for the Children

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Mission Health Fair reminder

The Mission Health and Wellness Fair will be held next week, Wednesday, December 8 and Thursday, December 9, from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. The event will be held at the Mission Event Center, 200 N. Shary Rd. The event is free to the public and will provide free screenings, blood tests and doctor-led webinars. To receive the blood test, you must make an appointment by calling the Mission Chamber office at (956) 585-2727 and a 12 hour fast is required. INDEX

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Paul and Loretta Kruse are two of the mentors helping students with math and reading at Stuart Place Elementary School in Harlingen.

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Golf Favorites: Last week to vote

The weather in South Texas is pretty much always great for a round of golf during this time of year. Therefore, we come to you to ask you what your favorite golf course, amenities, golf hole and more are each year. This is our third, and final, week of coverage. Please look at the two previous week’s issues online. This week’s coverage starts on page 14. The Golf Ballot is on page 13. Be sure to fill that out and send it in, or fill out our online version at www. See GOLF pg. 14

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While there have been a few cities that have already had some of their Christmas celebrations – tree lightings, parades – this past week, there are still several cities throughout the Valley that are doing their start of Christmas season celebrations this week and next weekend. If your city isn’t listed, look for them online or on Facebook to see if they are having an event. San Benito The City of San Benito will host their Community Christmas and Tree Lighting from 5 to 7 p.m. at W.H. Heavin Memorial Park on Saturday, December 4. The City of San Benito will have their 79th Annual Christmas Parade titled Christmas in Toyland. The parade will begin at 6 p.m. on Sam Houston Blvd. on Saturday December 11. For more information, contact Parks and Recreation Department at (956) 361-3800, or visit cityofsanbenito.com. Edinburg The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and City of Edinburg proudly present their Annual Night of Lights Parade on Friday, December 3. The parade will take place at 7 p.m. in the Edinburg downtown district. Weslaco Weslaco will have their Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6 p.m. this evening. The event will be held at the Weslcao City Hall parking lot. The light display will be up until early January. Weslaco will host their Santa Dash Fun Run on December 11, 5 p.m. down Texas Blvd. Info can be found

on their Facebook page. Weslaco’s Lighted Christmas Parade will also be on December 11, at 6 p.m., down Texas Blvd. Weslaco will have a special Mid-Valley holiday themed farmers market with live music and activities on December 18 at 10 a.m. The event will be held at the Weslaco City Hall parking lot. McAllen McAllen will kick-off the Christmas season with their 9th annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the McAllen Convention Center Oval Park today, December 1, starting at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy holiday musical performances right before the 64foot, pre-lit Christmas tree will light up Oval Park, along with millions of lights that will be featured in South Pole Illuminated Festival. The South Pole of Texas will be illuminated through January 2. McAllen will have their big Holiday Parade this weekend, Saturday, December 4, from the McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium, 2001 N. Bicentennial Blvd., at 6 p.m. Check www.ticketmaster.com, the McAllen Performing Arts Center Box Office, or any McAllen community centers to see if there are still tickets are chairs still available. The parade will be broadcast on Christmas day at noon on local Telemundo stations. Alamo The City of Alamo will be celebrating their Winter Wonderland Parade on Saturday, December 11. Parade starts at HEB at 6:15 p.m. and head southbound to Downtown See CHRISTMAS pg. 12

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With social distancing, trainees will be able to join volunteer teams with other chapter members and work among local partners in activities at federal, state and local wildlife parks, coastal naturalist programs, cities, schools, and other public entities. There are hundreds of opportunities available to volunteers from studying ocelots and other mammals, to joining cutting-edge university studies, developing public native gardens, learning about native plants and habitat, citizen science projects, bird migration and shore birds to Gulf and beach inhabitants and trends. Texas Master Naturalists also offer free PowerPoint presentations to groups on a variety of native subjects; they train as docents and nature guides at local wildlife preserves. The chapter has monthly guest speakers the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Meetings are currently virtual but are still free and open to the public. Follow the chapter’s Facebook page at https://www. facebook.com/stbctmn to be notified when the meetings are broadcast live. Deadline to apply for the 2022 class is Friday, December 17. Class size is limited, so apply now. The cost is $150 and includes textbook, fees, t-shirt, name tag, and one-year membership. Full scholarships are available. Requests for scholarships are also due by December 17. To apply for the class, follow the instruction sheet on the New Class webpage at https://www.stbctmn.org/ the-next-class. To request a scholarship application, or if you have other questions, please contact the new class director, Anne Mayville, at nurse_anne@msn.com. Check out the chapter website at https://www. stbctmn.org/.

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Just like clockwork every season, the well-known Nikki Rowe sing and dance group Razz Ma Tazz is making their rounds to the parks again. Every year, the Winter Texans look forward to this group visiting their park. This talented group of high school students take their Christmas show on the road throughout the Valley, cheering up Winter Texan Park residents along the way. The group performs Christmas favorites along with other Christmas medleys that entertain the crowd. The Razz Ma Tazz group has been part of McAllen Nikki Rowe for just over 30 years. The group also performs in theatre productions throughout the year at the

high school. Be sure to catch one of their upcoming shows. It’s always entertaining. Following are the remaining Christmas shows: December 1, Siesta Village, 7 p.m.; December 2, Southern Comfort, 7 p.m.; December 5, Texas Trails, 2 p.m.; December 5, Bentsen Grove, 7 p.m.; December 6, Aladdin Villas, 7 p.m.; December 12, Winter Ranch, 2 p.m.; and December 12, Trophy Gardens, 7 p.m. Some of these events are also listed in our Parks Calendar. Be sure to call the park to see if you need to purchase a ticket – for example, the event at Aladdin Villas is $8/pp.

Angel Tree Program: Making Christmas dreams a reality

The Angel Tree Program, along with The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettle Campaign, is one of The Salvation Army’s best-known Christmas efforts. More than 100,000 children across Texas will experience the joy of opening presents on Christmas morning thanks to generous donors and the help of The Salvation Army. “The Angel Tree program provides toys and clothing to children, seniors, and families who might be struggling to afford Christmas gifts this year. As we continue to navigate the lingering pandemic,

families are still putting their lives back together and trying to make ends meet,” said Lt. Aguirre of The Salvation Army. “Angels are available for adoption by community members and businesses, who in a small way will deliver the magic and message of Christmas to those in need.” The Salvation Army Angel Trees are located at Walmart, La Plaza Mall, Burks, Capital Plains, and online during the holidays. The trees are decorated with paper angels, each representing a child or See TREE pg. 17

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Yes, Christmas is coming and there is so much to see and do. If you take part in only a few of the festivities, there is no doubt you will be in a Holiday Mood. Just imagine - beginning on December 3 - this Friday - you can choose almost any town in the Rio Grande Valley and see a grand Christmas Parade. The biggest and most impressive of all the parades might easily be the one in McAllen at the football stadium where giant helium filled characters adorn the floats. This parade is on Saturday, December 4 and begins at 7 p.m. There is an entry fee for this event. Tickets can be purchased at the McAllen CVB and will run anywhere from $10 to $25 depending on where you want to sit in the stadium. Check your local museums regarding the possibility of a Christmas Tree Forest display where locals have decorated trees with special Christmas themes. Some museums will ask for a donation, others will have a small entry fee. If South Padre Island and water activities are your thing then how

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about a trip to South Padre Island to see their annual lighted Boat Parade. The best viewing would be from the area of Louie's Backyard or from the Painted Marlin restaurant area. An all-time favorite can be found at Brownsville with the display of miniature cottages all decorated for Christmas. This Holiday Village is now celebrating 12 years since the inception and is free and open to all. You can go day or night, but the best time is at night when all the lights are on. Thirty-three small cottages each with a different theme will be lit from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. each night. The exhibit will be available for patrons to visit through the end of the year. You may want to consider going early in the day with a visit to Gladys Porter Zoo as parking is at a premium later on. This way you will be assured of a parking place. To top it all off, just take a little time to pile the family into the car and take a drive through the neighborhood to see all the decorations. Enjoy all the festivities this December. Just remember the reason for the season.

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Wednesday, December 1 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. Weekly Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 1:30-3pm, Food court $. Big Band Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 2-4pm, Musicians by invitation only. Public Meal - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30pm, All you care to eat: sausage gravy and biscuits,

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due by Tuesday at noon. Lunch & Jam - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 11am-3pm, Lunch served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jam from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. All are welcome. For more information call 956532-4649. Rock & Roll Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 12:30-3pm. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 1-3pm. Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 1-3pm, Lunch available 11:30 am - 1 pm. Mission Bell Ballroom. 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. Meal - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4pm, Beef or chicken enchiladas with refried beans, rice, lettuce, tomatoes and dessert, $9pp. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $4pp. Homemade, various varieties. BYOB/TS (Bring Your Own Bowl/Table Service). Drinks and dessert for sales. All You Can Eat Fish Fry - Llano

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WINTER TEXAN TIMES Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4:30-6:30pm, Hynes Event Center, $9.75pp. Acoustic Jam - Palm Gardens, McAllen, 6-8:30pm, Bring your own instrument to our Acoustic Jam (no instrument amplifiers). Show your talent or just sit and listen. Karaoke - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30-8:30pm, Doors open 6:00 pm. Snack bar open. Singers should arrive early so songs may be downloaded to computer. Prayer and Praise - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, Lindley Creek, $9pp. Welcome Lindley Creek back to the Valley for their 2021 Christmas Show. Lindley Creek is a Country/Bluegrass Band with close family vocal harmony and excellent instrumental musicianship. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, $0.50 a card; popcorn/soda available. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp.

Friday, December 3 Arts & Crafts Sale - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7am-Noon, Great opportunity for Christmas shopping. Variety of crafts items available. Breakfast available for purchase. Arts & Crafts Sale - Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes , 7-11am, Selling art, craft, woodwork, and more. Tables are available for $7, prepay. Contact the event chair if interested (Ted & Pat Yoder 913-488-3650) Breakfast Buffet - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10:30am, Cafe Grande, $8pp. Park Wide Garage Sale - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon. Park Patio Sale - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8amNoon, 715 N. Westgate Drive. Park Wide Patio Sale - Quiet Village II, Donna, 8am-2pm. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies.

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www.wintertexantimes.com Winter Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 11:30am-2pm, Lunch for a nominal fee served from 11:30 am-12:30 pm, music from 12:30-2:00 pm. 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. Country Jam - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Come enjoy great music with friendly Winter Texans. There will be singing and dancing. Or you’re welcome to just listen. Regardless, a good time will be had by all. We’ve made homemade cookies! Don’t miss it. RC Track - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm.

Free Square Dance Lessons - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 2pm, Mission Bell Ballroom. Caller-Robert Ferguson. Friday Night Fish Fry - Mission West RV Park, 4:30-5:30pm, Full order (3 pieces) with french fries, coleslaw, tea/coffee for $9pp. We also have half orders (2 pieces) for $7pp and extra fish for $2 each. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5pm, With Castaway. In the Rec Hall, bar available, pass the hat. Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm. Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 6-9pm, The Chamberlins. In the parking lot or Main Hall. $7pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, The Howlers - variety. $8pp. BYOB and snacks. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Time Machine, $8pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Regan James, $6pp.

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Mask recommended but not required. Dance - Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Dale & Gale, $8pp. Pay at the door. Paradise South Hall, kitchen is open, BYOB. Big Band/Classic Country Jam Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Musicians by invitation only. Lounge open 3-9 pm serving pizza, hot dogs, chili dogs, and chili corn dogs. Saturday, December 4 Flea Market - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7am-Noon, Wide variety of items; holiday decorations, appliances, furniture, outdoor pieces, golf equipment, clothing. Park Rummage Sale - Sun Valley Village, Harlingen, 7-11am, 15659 Buttercup Court. Sale inside Clubhouse. Kitchen & household goods, small appliances, crafts, decor, Christmas, clothing, books, linens, & lots of misc. Breakfast tacos, egg salad sandwiches & desserts will be available for purchase. Bake sale also. Masks recommended. Something for everyone! Garage Sale - Country Sunshine,

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Weslaco, 7-10am. Saturday Morning Breakfast Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, Menu varies. $5pp. 4224 S. Conway. Craft and Subdivision Garage Sales - Southern Oasis, Mission, 8am-2pm, 106 Mercury St. Park Wide Patio Sale - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 8am-Noon. Yard Sale - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, Lunch 11:30 am. A mile and a quarter north of the expressway. All Park Garage Sale - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon. Rummage Sale - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 8am-Noon, Open to the public. Yard Sale - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 8am-Noon. Park Wide Yard Sale - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8am-Noon. Park Wide Patio Sale - Quiet Village II, Donna, 8am-2pm. Flea Market - Heritage Square, Mission, 8am-Noon, 300 So. Bryan Road. Inside and outside Rec Hall. Clothes, furniture, bake sale, miscellaneous items. Lunch available. For info call 563-340-6493. Patio Sales - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 8-11am, 1341 W. Business

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Hwy. 83. Park Sale - Valhalla Park, Edinburg, 9am-3pm, 505 E. Ramseyer Rd. Craft Fair - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 9am-1pm, Free admission. Open Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 11am-1pm, BYOB, come sing, play or just listen. All welcome. Meal - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 11:30am, Chili or chili mac lunch, $7pp. Jam - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30pm, Curly Klaphake, donation for refreshments. Please join us, you are welcome to sing, play an instrument or listen to an afternoon of good music. Country Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, Lunch at 11:00 am. Country Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 1-3:30pm. Rock & Roll/Big Band Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, Join us for the best Rock n Roll/Big Band Jam in the Valley. Everyone is welcome. We offer a great dessert table. Musicians are by invitation only. Bingo - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 6:30-9:30pm, Card sales from 6:307pm, bingo 7-9pm. Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. No outside food or beverages. Come early for dinner, served 4:45-6pm. Entertainment - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 7-9pm, Curt James, $7pp. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7pm, Diego, $7pp. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, South Texas Ramblers, $6pp. Dance - Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, The Howlers, $8pp. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, The Cruisers, $10pp. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Snack bar open. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, With Hot Rodz, $8pp. Hynes Event Center. Out of park residents may purchase tickets Monday prior to the dance. Sunday, December 5 Church Service - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8:30am, Non-denominational, with Pastor Jesse Hernandez. Bible Study follows the service. Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am, In the Main Hall.

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Church - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 9am. Church Service - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9-10am, We invite you to join us as we enjoy time with God in Worship and Fellowship. Refreshments following the service. Church Service - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 9am, In Friendship Hall. All welcome, non-denominational, led by Pastor Johnie McDaniel. 715 N. Westgate Drive. Church Service - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 9am, Pastor Jerry Hunter. Donation, non-denominational service. Communion served the first Sunday of each month. Church - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am. Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am. Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10-11:30am. Church Service - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am, Services by Pastors Charles & Bev Wolff. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, Chaplain Dr Larry Windle Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2pm, Razz Ma Tazz, $5pp. Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 2-4pm. Gospel Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 2-4pm. 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! Entertainment - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6-7:15pm, Brenda Coin - On My Own, classic country, $8pp. Arrive 5:45pm. 1341 W. US Highway 83. 618-973-3595. Dance Party - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-8:30pm, PH II, III, & IV RD Dance Party. In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. 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, rgv.activities.com, for title of movie each week. Monday, December 6 Dance/Workshop - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 2-4pm, PH II-III

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RD dance/workshop. In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Happy Hour - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 3:30-5pm, Curt James. Monday Night Hamburgers - Mission West RV Park, 4:30-5:30pm, Join us for the best 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 menu items 956-585-0703. Orders due by Friday at noon. Dinner Show - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5pm, A Taste of Mexico/Fiesta with Mariachi, $20pp. Hynes Event Center, doors open at 4:30 pm, ticket deadline 12/2. Country 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! Entertainment - Aladdin Villas,

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Mission, 7pm, Razz Ma Tazz, $8pp. Doors open at 6 pm. Tuesday, December 7 Men’s Prayer and Bible Study - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 8am. Women’s Bible Study and Prayer - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9:30am. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Music Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 1-3pm, Lunch 11:30 am - 12:45 pm. Corner of Sioux Rd and Cesar Chavez Rd, two miles north of Hwy 2. Masks preferred. Country Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm, Everyone welcome. Jam Session - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 1-2:30pm. Dance/Workshop - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 2-4pm, PH III-IV RD dance/workshop. In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3:30-5pm, Diego &

Edith. BYOB and Snacks; Pass the bucket for donations. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 5pm, With Carlos Canas. BS Bar, bar available, pass the hat. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 6pm, B&C Musical Theater Christmas Show, $13pp. Dinner at 6pm, show at 7pm. Bingo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 6:30-9pm, Open to the public. Bingo - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Doors open at 6:00 pm. Snack bar open. Games begin at 7:00 pm. Wednesday, December 8 All You Can Eat Breakfast - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:309am, $6pp. 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 re-

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quired when not singing, please. Weekly Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 1:30-3pm, Food court $. Big Band Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 2-4pm, Musicians by invitation only. Happy Hour - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Diego, pass the hat. Public Meal - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30pm, All you care to eat: sausage gravy and biscuits, pancakes, sausage patties, scrambled eggs, applesauce and coffee. Bring own table service. 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. Pre-Rounds - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-7pm, In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7pm, Sweetwater, $8pp. 1341 West Highway 83.

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Central park. There will be school choirs, bands, and other groups performing after the parade as well. Food vendors will be available. South Padre Island On Friday, December 3, SPI will host their 32nd Annual Christmas Street Parade at 6 p.m. beginning on Mars St. to Kingfish St. Then on Saturday, December 4, a Lighted Boat Parade will be held on South Padre Island starting at 6 p.m. The route begins at the Sea Ranch Marina. There will be designated viewing

areas throughout the route. Through January 16, SPI will have their Holiday Light Show with synchronized festive music that is played in 15-minute intervals, daily from 6 to 9 p.m. at the SPI Convention Center. Mercedes City of Mercedes presents A White Christmas Parade, on Texas Ave., starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 3. Visit and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season along with food.

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several lighted tunnels and over 500 Hidalgo Hidalgo Festival of Lights cele- holiday displays. Holiday music will brates 30 years by having a drive-th- be transmitted via FM. Hot coca and ru event at the Payne Arena. Ad- sweet treat drive-up concessions will mission must be purchased online be available. A full schedule of events can be before arriving at the event. The found online at hidalgofestivaloflievent will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. ghts.com, or on their Monday through social media websites. Thursday, and 6 to 11 Brownsville p.m. Friday through Brownsville HoliSunday. Dash passes, day Village will be on general admission display at Dean Porter tickets, train tickets Park through January and special holiday/ 1. Houses will be lit up weekend tickets are at 6 p.m. every night. available. There will be entertainThe drive-thment throughout the ru Christmas lights period and Santa will experience will Brownsville Holiday Village be available for picbe opened nightly tures on the weekends. through the entire Visit http://www.holidayvillagemonth of December. There will be brownsville.com/ for their full schedtwo miles of over five million lights, ule of events.

Illumina Fest to light up the forest

WE NEED YOUR HELP! SCORE Rio Grande Valley is looking for volunteers with diverse backgrounds and experience to serve in a variety of roles - business mentors, chapter administration and marketing support.

SCORE is a non profit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow and succeed nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and has been mentoring small business owners for more than 50 years. The services of SCORE are provided FREE of charge to our clients.

Winter Texans you do not have to be in the Valley year round to volunteer with SCORE. With today’s technology (email, zoom, cell phones) you can still continue your volunteer work when you go back up north. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at: riograndevalley.score.org/volunteer or contact:

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Visit Quinta Mazatlán during Illumina Fest to enjoy one of the most unique and beautiful lighting shows in the woods. Illumina Fest features over 2,000 luminarias on the trail, light art installations, live performers, live music, and food. Bring family and friends, kids two and under are free. The event sold out last year, so reserve your tickets now at www. ticketleap.com. A very special thank you to the title sponsor, Spaw Glass, for lighting the path for all to enjoy. The fiveday evening event features over 30 art installations using nature as the canvas while featuring the talents of many Valley artists and performers. Illumina Fest celebrates the season of light with art installations

honoring Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Chinese New Year, Native American Teepee Village, Spirit Sticks, Wild West, Natures Natural Sculptures and more. The trail features thousands of lights in a half mile journey through the woods. The historic adobe home features a “Nature at Night” exhibit by various Valley artists. Artist treasures will be for sale. Don’t miss the special hologram surprise in the historic home. Come dressed in lights and enjoy Illumina Fest the week of December 14 to 18, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. To make your experience more enjoyable, the event offers timed entry with online tickets only, so reserve now.

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wintertexantimes.com, by December 8. By submitting your favorites, you will be eligible to win free rounds of golf, dining, and more. Palm View Golf Course This course never gets old, and if it does it’s like a fine wine…you know the rest. You would never dream that this

beautiful and well-manicured golf course is a municipal course, but it is. From teeing off to finishing, you'll more than likely use every club in your bag, and maybe wish you had more. The greens run true, the pin placement is always challenging, and most holes will ask you – what's your strategy here? There

are plenty of holes where you determine how much of a bend you want to cut or if you really want to take a shortcut and go over these trees. Improvements and upgrades are a regular occurrence here even though it's hard to believe there could be any improvements. Some holes will show you a wide-open fairway but if you don't know which side to put the ball, you may be giving yourself extra distance to the hole – or an impossible next shot. And when you are done, have a hamburger – even the worst round is comforted after one of those from the kitchen here. Address: 2701 S. Ware Road, McAllen Phone: (956) 681-3444 Description: 18-hole, par-72 public golf course Website: https://www.palmviewgolf.com/ Golf Pro: Rex Flores Yardage: Black – 6,783; Blue – 6,384; White – 5,814; Red – 4,816 Amenities: Chipping green, Putting green, Lighted driving range; Clubhouse, Restaurant; Pro Shop Winter Texan Specials: Discount Coupons online; call for other specials and to book tee times Tony Butler Golf Course On Nov. 4, Tony Butler went from having a little bit of everything to a little bit more of everything as the club reopened its executive golf course and now has 27 holes to await the golfer who checks in to possibly the most historic course in South Texas. From wide open fairways where you can swing away to some tight shots within a magnificent setting, this municipal is sure to challenge the golfer in many ways. Butler, a PGA champion from Ganado, Texas brought some of the greatest golfers to the Valley for tourna-

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ments during the Great Depression. He was known for his use of the 4-wood, which he would sometimes play entire rounds using only that club. We don't recommend you try that but if you're in the mood for a super challenge. Address: 2640 Golf Course Dr., Harlingen Phone: (956) 216-5970 Description: Par-71 municipal course Website: tonybutlergc.com Golf Pro: Jeff Hart Yardage: Blue – 6,320; White – 5,837; Red – 5,113; also have senior tees around 5,400 Amenities: driving range, putting green, chipping green, snack bar Winter Texan Specials: $28 for 18 with cart; $21 for 9; Rates drop to $20/15 after 3 p.m. Long Island Village Golf Course This gated community is located just across the Intracoastal Waterway via a swing bridge from Port Isabel and provides vacation rentals as well as permanent residences. And don't be fooled – just because it's a par-3 course doesn't mean you can leave some of your clubs back at the house. With the unpredictable wind – in both strength and direction – you may have to choose between three or four clubs. This is not a putt-putt course. In fact, some of the holes may be the toughest in South Texas. Of course, some holes are forgiving too but you'll never get bored of playing this beautifully designed and fun course. And you can't go wrong, ever, with the scenery. Address: 33840 S. Garcia St., Port Isabel Website: www.longislandvillage. com Phone: (956) 943-7520

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VMHS Harlequin Drama Club to perform Xanadu The Harlequin Drama Club takes to the stage for the production of Xanadu in December at the Veterans Memorial High School Performing Arts Center. Xanadu follows the journey of Kira that descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus to Venice

Beach and is sworn to three things: to inspire mortals, never reveal her identity and never, ever fall in love. However, when she inspires struggling artist Sonny to create the first roller disco, Kira falls into forbidden love and her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation. The Xanadu cast will have performances on December 2, 3, 4 and 9,

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10, 11 at 7 p.m. Tickets are to be sold at the door each night and there will be no advanced sales. The tickets are $10 for Adults and $5 for Students. The lobby will open at 6:15 p.m. and masks will be required. PSJA North Thespians present Disney Aladdin, Jr. This year, Troupe 1295 is going to take visitors to the magical world of Aladdin. The drama group will be performing Aladdin, Jr. at the Gilbert Zepeda Jr. Performing Arts Center at PSJA North, 500 E. Nolana Loop. Shows are set for December 2, 3, 9-11 and 16-18 at 7:30 p.m. and December 5 and 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. For more information, call (956) 354-2388. Take a trip Into the Woods with Sharyland Pioneer High School Join Sharyland Pioneer High School for a trip Into the Woods. This delightful musical is set for December 3-4 and December 11-12 at 7:30 p.m. The show will be performed in the Pioneer Auditorium at 10001 N. Shary Rd., Mission. General admission tickets are $10, senior citizens, 65 and older, are $5.

RGV Ballet performs The Nutcracker

The enchanted Rio Grande Valley Ballet: The Nutcracker comes to town this winter for an out of this world performance. You’ll spend the evening suspended in mid-gasp, unable to take your eyes off of the faultless dancers for the most wonderful night. The performances will be held at the McAllen Performing Arts Center on December 4 and 5 at 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at mcallentheater.com.

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IMAS Kicks off Annual Christmas Tree Forest display

The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) presents a community Holiday Market to kick off this year’s annual Christmas Tree Forest “Christmas in the RGV” on Sunday, December 5. The annual exhibition of trees presented by the IMAS Guild has been an IMAS tradition for half a century. Participants each year decorate their trees with hand-crafted ornaments and decorations according to a theme. This year’s theme is “Christmas in the RGV,” and participants include Junior League of McAllen, McAllen ISD, IDEA College Prep, Florence J. Scott Woman’s Club, and student groups from McAllen ISD, PSJA North, and IDEA College Prep among others. IMAS will be celebrating the holiday season and the opening of the

2021 Annual Christmas Tree Forest with a festive artist and artisan market on Sunday, December 5, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to the local artists Valley Symphony Orchestra and the McAllen Creative Arts Incubator will participate in the event this year. The community is invited to support these local artists and artisans and then visit the Christmas Tree Forest and museum exhibitions including “Imagined Worlds: Exploring the Carlos Melguizo Collection” and the Inaugural IMAS Members Juried Art Show. Currently, admission is $3 for general admission and $1 for children 4-12 and Museums for All (WIC/ EBT). IMAS Members and children 0-3 are always free. Face coverings are required for visitors and staff. The museum offers advanced ticket registration at theimasonline.org to reserve a time for your visit.

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collect them on distribution day. “Last year, there was a brandnew way to support The Salvation Army Angel Tree through Walmart Registry for Good,” said Aguirre. “Walmart has partnered with The Salvation Army to make it possible for donors to purchase needed items online that will be delivered directly to The Salvation Army. You can search for The Salvation Army McAllen at www.walmartangeltree.com and order items today that will benefit local families.” For more information about adopting an Angel or current volunteer opportunities, please call The Salvation Army at (956) 682-1468. Visit www.salvationarmytexas.org/McAllen/ to learn how you can give or get involved this holiday season.

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The Museum of South Texas History welcomes Martin Salinas to present “La inmigración indígena en el bajo río Bravo o Grande,” a Sunday Speaker Series Online bilingual presentation, at 2 p.m. Dec. 5 on Facebook Live. The presentation will cover the immigration patterns of the indigenous groups in the Rio Grande Delta. Due to different reasons, members of multiple ethnic groups of the continent immigrated to the lower part of the Rio Grande or Bravo during the second part of the 18th and 19th centuries, among which are Pames, Huastecos, Tlaxcaltecas, Tonkawas, Martin Salinas

Karankawas, Cherokees and, especially, the Comanches and Lipan Apache. The latter two ethnic groups began to prey on the lower part of the river shortly after the colonization of Nuevo Santander, on a seasonal basis. They are part of the cultural portent of the Great Plains and Prairies of the United States and Canada that emerged after the reintroduction of the horse in New Mexico in the late 16th century. The purpose of this presentation is to differentiate cultural adaptations of these ethnicities compared to that of the

natives of the Rio Grande. Salinas is the head of the Reynosa Municipal Archive and the author of the book “Indians of the Rio Grande Delta: Their Role in the History of Southern Texas and Northeastern Mexico.” He is known as the Municipal Chronicler of Reynosa due to his specialist research in ethnohistory and archaeology of northeastern Mexico and southern Texas. The presentation will broadcast at facebook.com/MOSTHistory/live. Viewers are encouraged to interact with panelists by posting comments and questions on the live feed. The presentation will also be recorded and posted for public access on the museum’s website at mosthistory. org. This program is made possible by the generous support from the Carmen C. Guerra Endowment. Mrs. Guerra was committed to educational causes in the Rio Grande Valley. This named endowment was created by her family to honor her memory and to continue providing educational opportunities for the community.

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Edinburg Night of Lights Parade this weekend

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and City of Edinburg proudly present their Annual Night of Lights Parade. The parade will take place on Friday, December 3, at 7 p.m. in the Edinburg Downtown District. Citizens may enjoy an evening of lights and entertainment as this year’s theme is “Rocking Around The Christmas Tree”. The parade route will begin at Richard Flores Stadium moving north on Closner Blvd and will end one block north of the Hidalgo County Courthouse. Parade participants may begin to line up at 4 p.m. at Richard Flores Stadium. For more information on the holiday parade please contact the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce to (956) 383-4974.

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CALENDAR November 22-January 16, 2022 SPI will have their Holiday Light Show with synchronized festive music that is played in 15-minute intervals, daily from 6 to 9 p.m. at the SPI Convention Center. November 22 – January 1 Brownsville Holiday Village will be on display at Dean Porter Park. Houses will be lit up at 6 p.m. every night. There will be entertainment throughout the period and Santa will be available for pictures on the weekends. Visit http://www.holidayvillagebrownsville.com/ for their full schedule of events. December 1 SPI’s Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at SPI City Hall at 5 p.m. December 1 Fiesta Mercedes will be held in conjunction with the Welcome Back Winter Texan Reception at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Showgrounds, 1000 N. Texas Ave., Mercedes. Music will be presented by Chris Marshall. The event is free. It will be held from 4 to 6 p.m.

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December 1 McAllen will kick-off the Christmas season with their 9th annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the McAllen Convention Center Oval Park today, December 1, starting at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy holiday musical performances right before the 64-foot, pre-lit Christmas tree will light up Oval Park, along with millions of lights that will be featured in South Pole Illuminated Festival. The South Pole of Texas will be illuminated through January 2. December 3 Edinburg’s Food Trucks and Tunes will be held at the McIntyre Promenade. Parking at City Hall, 415 W. University Dr., 6 to 10 p.m. There will be food trucks, music and more. For more information, call (956) 3836246, or visit www.edinburgarts.com. December 3 SPI will host their 32nd Annual Christmas Street Parade at 6 p.m. beginning on Mars St. to Kingfish St. December 3 The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and City of Edinburg proudly present their Annual Night of Lights Parade. The parade will take place at 7 p.m. in the Edinburg downtown district.

December 3 City of Mercedes presents A White Christmas Parade, on Texas Ave., starting at 6 p.m. Visit and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season along with food. December 3-5 The Harlingen Community Theatre, located at 1209 Fair Park Boulevard, presents the charming and fast-paced Off-Broadway smash hit, The Marvelous Wonderettes. Performances are presented Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 2:30 p.m. Adults $25 and Children (under 18 yrs.) $10. Tickets are sold at the Box Office on performance days: Friday and Saturday starting at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday 1:30 p.m. HCT accepts credit/debit cards, cash, and checks. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. HCT has open seating and offers handicap accessibility. For ticket reservations and show information visit the theatre online at www.harlingencommunitytheatre.org. December 4 The City of San Benito will host their Community Christmas and Tree Lighting from 5 to 7 p.m. at W.H. Heavin Memorial Park. For more in-

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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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Zoo Nights and Lights begins Dec. 3rd

The Gladys Porter Zoo will be hosting its annual holiday celebration, Zoo Nights and Lights. This family-friendly event offers holiday spirit and fun for guests of all ages as well as a romantic setting for a date night. This year, the Gladys Porter Zoo is doing things a bit differently. In order to spread out attendance and give guests more opportunities to visit, Zoo Nights and Lights will be held for two weekends rather than one. The scheduled weekends are December 3rd-5th and 10th-12th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. each night. The public is invited to stroll through the Zoo’s pathways, filled with brilliant light displays. There will be live musical and dance performances, Christmas karaoke and book readings. Visitors can shop for unique holiday gifts at the arts and crafts show and the Zoo gift shop.

Zoo staff will also be competing in a Christmas tree decorating contest, and guests will be able to vote for their favorite tree. Unfortunately, there will not be a cookie decorating station this year, but children will receive a coupon for a free cookie from McDonald’s. The price of admission for this event is $5 for adults and $3 for children. Tickets for Zoo Nights and Lights are now available on the Zoo’s website, or they can be purchased at the gate. Zoo Members get in free with their membership cards. Guests can receive free admission by donating a new, unwrapped toy for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. The toy must be valued at $5 or higher—only one free admission will be granted per toy donation. For more information, please visit www.gpz.org or call (956) 5467187.

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DECEMBER 1, 2021 RAMBLINGS

From about your park, or a special person, include photos we can use for publication. Our readers love to see photos, and they love to see photos of themselves. It gives them something to smile about. Several parks have said how they are welcoming their winter visitors back to their parks and how happy they are to see their Canadian visitors return. This year’s Winter Texan season is looking bright, and we are ready for it. La Floresta RV in Mercedes says their park is like one big family. They are welcoming residents nearly every day. While they have their golf course, they also have plenty of other activities for their visitors to enjoy. Other parks, like Aladdin Villas, are making quilts right now for a colonia in Penitas. And another park is holding a fundraiser to give several families in their community a Christmas this year. This is the type of news we love hearing. How are you welcoming your visitors to your park? Is there an activity or group in your park doing something outstanding for the community, or your park? We would love to know. Send any news items to news@wintertexantimes.com.

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********** On another note, I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We had a lazy one, and I enjoyed that. After the hustle and bustle of the last few weeks, it was nice to just relax and be able to put the food in the oven and just sit and wait. It was just my husband, two kids and I. No one to entertain this year – so it was really quiet. Sometimes, during those quieter holidays, it’s nice to reflect on those you miss, or past holiday memories. I always love to reminisce about the holidays of my childhood, or when my kids were much younger. These were times I miss because of the people that were there, people that have since passed away. It makes me think about my grandparents and the love that always filled their home. If you take something with you through this holiday season, remember to be thankful for the memories. For the times you were able to relish the joy of those around you. For the times you spent with loved ones that aren’t here anymore. Share the love. Share the thankfulness. Share yourself with those around you. Make the holiday season one to remember years from now.

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Garage Sales

VALHALLA PARK WIDE SALE Sale Saturday, December 4th from 9 to 3. 505 E. Ramseyer Rd., Edinburg. Come find your treasures. Masks please.

Golf Carts

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. -

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’RON HOOVER RV & MARINE is hir-ing to fill an opening in the parts de-partment. This is a great match for a -semi-retiree. Apply in person during regular business hours at 101 E. Expressway 83 in Donna. NOW HIRING KITCHEN HELP, servers, hostess, food runner, bartender. Riverside Club, 214 East Chimney Road, Mission, Texas 78572. Ask for Jennifer, 956-581-1033.

Manufactured Homes

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

Carving demonstrations. Call 651485-0580. Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 West Nolana Blvd., Pharr. WE BUY MOBILE HOMES, trailer houses, RV’s, 5th wheels, park models. We pay cash, any year, any condition, old or new. Call Ms. Davis anytime at 956-545-1118.

Mobile Homes

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. NICE MOBILE HOME 2 bdr, 1 bath, furnished, hardwood floors, must see inside. Own your lot, 55 + community. $39,900 OBO. 1240 E. Bus. Hwy 83, Mission, TX. Call 620-664-2210.

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Travel Trailers

TRAILER AND EXTRAS 2002 Country Charm 36 ft. furnished trailer, 12x20 shed with drywall and electric, 8x10 shed (W/D). Rent paid until November 2022. Lot #85 Val’s Kountry Corral. Asking $35,000.00. Call Tim for more info, 713-299-9765. I PAY CASH FOR your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile

Motor Homes

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Park Models

PARK MODEL FOR SALE 12x34, $17,500. Contact Charles Josephes at 651-227-1250 or Linda Guimond at 507-288-2969. I PAY CASH FOR your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, mobile homes and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956-9293842.

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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

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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. PART TIME BOOKKEEPER AND delivery driver. Winter help, Quickbooks data entry, part time. Also driver, deliveries, mechanic, heavy lifting. Full time available. 956-580-3370, Easy Ride Golf Cars, Mission, TX. 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. MODEL RAILROADING AND RAILROADERS Anyone interested in joining us Monday through Friday, Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at 313532-8549. I’LL PAY CASH FOR your golf cart, I’ll make you a good deal. Call me today. 956-929-3842 or 956-432-5325.

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MHM accepting quilt entries

Heritage Stars (2015 MHM Quilt entry)

Gathered at the Manger (2015 MHM Quilt entry)

The Mission Historical Museum will soon be accepting entries for its Sixteenth Annual Quilt Show. Entries will be accepted in three categories: Hand-quilted bed quilts, Machine-quilted bed quilts, and Wall hangings. The show is open to all quilters, both Winter Texans and yearround residents. Quilts will be exhibited in the Museum’s Post Office building. Quilts and wall hangings exhibit must be ready to hang with a sleeve for display purposes. Entries are accepted on a first-in/first accepted basis. Because of limited space, the museum reserves the right to close entries before the deadline. This will allow for the best possible presentation for all quilts. To allow for the broadest representation, participants may submit only one item per person. Any quilt entered in this show within the past five years is not eligible for entry this year. The quilts will be judged by a panel of independent judges, with ribbons awarded for first, second, and third places in each category. Best-of-show and Viewers’

Choice ribbons will also be awarded. Quilts may be entered by submitting an entry form, which is available at the Museum. Entry forms and quilts will be accepted at the Museum from Tuesday, Dec. 7 through Thursday, Jan 6, 2022, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Museum will be closed Dec. 23, 24, 25, and 31; and Jan. 1. Quilts may be pre-registered, and the quilts themselves may be delivered on any date during this time, through the Jan. 6 deadline. If you would like to enter your quilt, you are urged to register early, because space is limited. The exhibit opens on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, and continues through Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022. An awards reception and Turning of the Quilts program will take place at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 11, 2022. The Mission Historical Museum is located at 900 Doherty in downtown Mission. Admission is free. For information, call the Museum at (956) 580-8646.

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