February 23, 2022 - Winter Texan Times, Vol. 35, No. 19 by Winter Texan Times

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Golf ballot

It is that time of year again. It is time to vote for your favorite golf course. We do this every Spring, when the weather is just right to get out on the courses again. You have three weeks to let us know what your favorite golf course is. By filling out the survey, you could win free rounds of golf and other prizes. You can fill out the form in today’s edition of the Winter Texan Times (or the next two

11th Annual Valley Star Awards was one to remember

Long-time favorites, soon-to-be favorites and an extremely wide variety of Wintertainers made the 11th annual Valley Star Awards at Mission Bell RV Park one that raised the bar for future events. If you didn’t get the chance to attend and see the entertainment – Johnathan Len, Justin Terry, Mountain Highway, Ron and Jan Easter, Rebecca and Jaime Bagwell, and Curt James – you should make a point to catch them somewhere. In the end, Helen Russell & Company (“I’m, ‘And Company’,” her husband of 39 years, Elvis, said jokingly) were the big winners.

See SURVEY pg. 19

Winter Texan Ambassadors Wanted

If you love coming down to the Rio Grande Valley each winter, you’re invited to become a Winter Texan Ambassador. The job is simple: share with your friends all the good times you have in the Valley each winter – away from the snow and ice. In a place where you can play golf almost any winter day. In a place where your MH & RV resort is a community of its own with lots of friends to share in a whole array of fun activities. See AMBASSADORS pg. 33 INDEX

Parks Calendar WintertainersTM Go With Jo Taste of the Valley Events Calendar Medical Services Reunions & Meetings Business Guide Classifieds

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Traffic increasing at all Valley golf courses

For what seems like an eternity, the COVID-19 pandemic has waged war around the world. For golf courses it was especially difficult. One week they were open, one week they were closed and the not-knowing-what’s-happening tomorrow, or later today, wreaked havoc. However, it also gave directors of golf, owners, golf pros and those who make decisions an opportunity to make some tweaks to their courses – minor to major. Golfers definitely have shown appreciation as rounds have steadily increased over the past 10-12 months and are forecasted to continue rising. South Padre Island Golf Club See GOLF pg. 15

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Fergusons honored with Heritage Award

As we prepared for our 11th Annual Valley Star Awards show, we found ourselves at a crossroads that we come to from time to time when we decide it is time to honor someone for their special contributions to the Wintertainers and the Winter Texans they come to entertain. Robert and Billie Ferguson were recognized with the Valley Star Awards Heritage Award last week to honor all their contributions to the Winter Texan community. This is only the fourth time Valley Star Awards has recognized someone with this honor, as it isn’t a recognition taken lightly. It was well deserved by these two that have given so much and will be dearly missed as they retire from the Valley scene. The Fergusons have been instrumental pieces in the Winter Texan community for so many years – serving as activity directors in four parks over the past 17 years; serving on the Activity Directors Association board for over 15 years; building, booking, and producing two very successful showcases set up to bring together the Wintertainers™ and Activity Directors; and just simply being there for anyone that needed advice or assistance running their

activity programs. Robert has been known by many names and one of them was Mr. Entertainment. Both Robert and Billie made it their job to know all the entertainers, newcomers, and old timers alike. They always knew who the best talent was and what parks could expect from any given performer or group. They organized 33 showcases – something they did for 17 years – which became the most sought-after event in the Valley for entertainers. They all knew, that was the place they had to be if they wanted an opportunity to showcase their talent for hundreds of activity directors. For many years the Winter Texan Times ran the Winter Texan Favorites Survey. While our writer at the time did her best to pick out Wintertainers™ that were visiting the Valley for each category, it was a struggle. Thankfully, after a number of years two “good people” contacted Jim Brunson, previous owner and publisher of the Winter Texan Times, to collaborate on this special project. These two made the annual survey bigger and better by helping to organize the selection of nominees and run an actual show – ultimately creating the Valley Star Awards. They have been solely responsible for putting on a great show for 11 solid years, even pivoting and creating a Pandemic-safe outdoor show See FERGUSONS pg. 14

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Activity Director Appreciation Day is coming

It’s time to show your activity director some love. March 1 each year has been designated as Activity Appreciation Day, but we will celebrate on Wednesday, March 2. The Rio Grande Valley Activity Directors Association (RGVADA) will host an Appreciation Party for area activity directors at American Legion Hall, 1305 E. Jasmine, in McAllen, beginning at 11 a.m. on March 2. Lunch will be provided at noon along with door prizes and entertainment at 1 p.m. All activity directors are invited, but you need to RSVP at rgvada.org. If you would like to have a ta-

ble at this event, contact Billie and she’ll get you all set up. Remember, your activity director is the heart of your park. While most of us are attending happy hours, swimming or looking for a new

place to eat, they are busy keeping everything on an even keel. They work many, many hours that nobody realizes. Take some time to tell them they are loved and appreciated.

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Mission Bell hosts benefit

Mission Bell/Trade Winds RV Resort is holding a benefit for Jean Durbin. Jean and her husband, Bob, were workampers from October until the end of January this season. They worked in Activities and Bob worked in Maintenance in his spare time. He was always available to help people. Bob played guitar a n d was a motorcycle enthusiast. This w a s their first year in the Rio Grande Valley. They went back to Arizona for their physicals and to get their prescriptions renewed. Bob had high blood pressure, so the doctor wanted him to stay in Arizona while they monitored his new meds. While there he tested positive for Covid and was hospitalized. He had several health issues and passed away on Friday, Feb. 11. Jean is still trying to cope with everything. She’s had extra expenses for the trip to Arizona, Bob’s hospitalization, living expenses and more. On Sunday, February 27, there will be a spaghetti dinner at 5 p.m. followed by an auction of homemade baked goods. After you’re nice and full, there will be a lineup of entertainers and jammers sharing gospel music at 6 p.m. Some of the scheduled entertainers are Dave and Daphne, Jamie Layton, Justin Terry, Pickpocket Gene and Mountain Highway. Everything is donated and 100 percent will go to Jean. Please join us as we raise some money and show some love for one of our own. If you would like to participate, help, or have any questions, call Robert Ferguson at (574) 361-2947.

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Happy Days at Pharr South

By Herb Moering “Happy Days” were here again as more than 100 residents enjoyed the Pharr South Park fashion show and luncheon on Friday, Feb. 18. Those attending were reminded of the TV show, “Happy Days,” with the theme decorated hall, poodle skirts, saddle shoes, background music, and photos of Richie Cunningham and family, Potsie, Chachi, Ralphie, Joanie and of course the Fonz. That show, according to Dee Hammond, who offered the welcome and suggested they pretend they were at Arnold’s Diner, spanned 11 seasons from 1974 to 1984 with a total of 255 episodes. The 38th event was chaired by Lynette Smith with assistance from last coordinator in 2020, Pat Yoder. There was no event in 2021 due to covid pandemic concerns. Because of the lingering fallout from the pandemic, this year’s event was limited to park residents, which in the past had drawn up to 300 women. Smith said, “It was disappointing to outsiders,” Smith said, “but felt it was in the best interests of all to limit it.” Hammond said the style show was launched in 1983 by the park’s Bunch for Lunch women. “I’m happy that it is going on this year,” she said. Barb Bierman, a past show co-

ordinator, said, “It’s a fun activity.” As women arrived, they each received a rose from Rena Marketon and an escort to the dining tables by one of the Gentlemen of Pharr South, who also served the burger meal. The guys escorted the style show models to the runway in the middle of the hall, with outfits described by narrator Bierman and Sandy Pena from Lionels Western of Weslaco and Lionels Boutique in Mission. Clothing also was paraded for the Cato store in McAllen. Two fellows from the park, Ted Yoder and Rick Ames, modeled western wear, The other models included Martha Varwig, Sherry Anderley, Lori Teunisson, Mary Garcia, Kathy Ames, Joyce Rachwitz, Evelyn Ringler, Maria Guillen, Jackie Houlihan, Jo Fritz, Joann Askevics and Bierman. During the style show intermission, a little local entertainment livened up the afternoon, which featured Terry Juhl, Jane Heinen, Ted and Pat Yoder and Lynette Smith doing a 50s song in their “automobile,” followed by Mary Lou Hall and Perry Heaton in a 50s skit/dance number. Hammond thanked the audience for spending a “Happy Day with us.”

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VSO celebrates with “Dances of the Americas”

The dance hall meets the concert hall as the Valley Symphony Orchestra (VSO) announces the next concert in its 70th anniversary season with “Dances of the Americas,” a musical celebration of dance rhythms from across the U.S. and Latin America. The concert will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday, February 25 at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. The evening’s program will be led by Maestro Peter Dabrowski, who says the audience should prepare to tap their toes and feel the rhythm. “There is no greater music than music made for dancing,” Dabrowski said. “This concert is carried by passion and rhythm - two things that dancers and musicians have in common.” Special soloist for the evening is Dr. Melissa Vaughan on clarinet. Vaughan holds a DMA in clarinet from Arizona State University and has music degrees from the Eastman School of Music and Baylor University. She has performed in various recitals, orchestras and chamber groups across the United States and Belgium. Vaughan’s performance is made possible through generous sponsorship from Frost Bank. The concert program includes “Serenata,” a Pops classic composed by Leroy Anderson in 1947, “The Carousel Waltz” one of the greatest symphonic waltzes composed by Richard Rodgers and arranged by Don Walker in 1945, and “Chaconne in E minor,” a classic string piece orchestrated by Carlos Chavez and composed by Dietrich Buxtehu-

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The 10th Annual Shuffleboard Tournament was held at La Floresta RV Park in Mercedes. While dark clouds threatened rain, the weather cooperated, and the tournament was able to be played without delay. There were 68 participants in the double-elimination event. Winners in the A Bracket were Karen Birtwhistle and Wayne Summerly, both of Manitoba, Canada. Winners in the B Bracket were Sue Froehlich, Floodwood, Minnesota;

and David Martin. Shuffleboard is a very popular activity at La Floresta RV Park. The tournaments were begun about 10 years ago by George Link, from Manitoba, Canada. He explained that they enjoyed curling in Canada and saw similarities with shuffleboard, except that shuffleboard is done on a court, instead of ice. Shuffleboard games are held twice a week under the direction of Bill Hocken of Ontario, Canada.

Harlingen Community Theatre holds reprise performance

Back by popular demand, the Harlingen Community Theatre (HCT) will hold a reprise performance of The Marvelous Wonderettes. The reprise performances will be held for one last weekend, March 4-6. This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts. As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “Stupid Cupid,” and “Lipstick on Your Collar.” In Act II, the Wonderettes reunite to take the stage and perform at their ten-year reunion. We learn about the highs and lows the

girls have experienced in the past decade and are charmed to find that no matter what life throws their way, they will conquer it together. Featuring over 30 classic ’50s and ’60s hits, The Marvelous Wonderettes will keep you smiling in this must-take musical trip down memory lane. The performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday with a matinee performance on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 with an additional $2 transaction fee for debit/credit card transactions. Reservations are also accepted online at www.harlingencommunitytheatre.org. Call (956) 412-7529 for more information or visit their website.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Items for the Parks Calendar must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers or activity directors. Listings must come from the park and are to be submitted on the Winter Texan Times Parks Calendar Submission Form. Request this form from the Winter Texan Times office. Multiple activities may be submitted on the park’s letterhead, provided the same information is provided in the format of the Submission Form. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons or dance classes. Submission deadline is Wednesday noon, one week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com or fax to 956-580-7898.

Wednesday, February 23 Homemade Donuts - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7am, Call 956-585-0703 to pre-order. All You Can Eat Breakfast - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:309am, $6pp. Bluegrass Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 9-11am, 50/50, coffee, homemade goodies. New jammers welcome. Red Hatters Festival of Tables Alamo Country Club, 10am, $18pp. Red Hat attire required. VENUE CHANGED. Lunch served at noon by Balli’s Catering. Entertainment at 1pm by Jason Whorlow. Raffle winners and other announcements at 2pm. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price

varies. Lunch & Jam - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am-3pm, 11:30 - Burgers & Fries. 1:00 - Jam. Free admission. 4224 S. Conway. Weekly Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-3pm, 1900 Grace Ave, food $. Open Jam - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, BYOB, come sing, play or just listen. All welcome. 2nd Art Show - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm. Big Band Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 2-4pm, Musicians by invitation only. Social Hour Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 3-5pm, Ron Moshier. Soft drinks, popcorn and nachos available. Pass the hat. For information, call 712-660-0308. 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

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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. Singles Mixer - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 6-7pm, BYOB. Jam - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 6pm, Cookies and coffee at intermission. 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. Entertainment - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7pm, Senior Ambassadors - men’s musical group. $6pp. BYOB/ice cream bars for sale. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Justin Terry, $8pp. Encore Show - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9:30pm, Oh, Canada! In the Friendship Hall. Advance tickets are required and may be purSee PARKS pg. 10

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chased in the Sunshine RV Park Activity Office. $14pp, $15pp, $18pp. Entertainment - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, William Florian John Denver tribute, $8pp at the door. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7-9pm, Blue Wolf Duo, $8pp. MS/Plus Square Dance - Ala-

mo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-9pm, With Ron Betzelberger. In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp. BYOB. Entertainment - Countryside RV

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Park,Congratulations Donna, 7-9pm, Shake Rattle and Roll, $7pp at the door. Concessions available. Entertainment - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 7-8pm, Festus, $8pp. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, $7pp. Entertainment - Country Palms RV

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Park, San Juan, 7-9:30pm, Dave Perryman, $7pp. Great group, come and join. Thursday, February 24 Garage Sale - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Open to public. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83. 785741-9555. Pickleball Mixer - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am-Noon, $2pp. All You Can Eat Pancakes The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11:30am, Pancakes, eggs, sausage, and endless coffee. Bring you own table service. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 10am-Noon, Coffee & cookies. Pass the hat. 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, Burgers and more, $7pp-$9pp. Lunch & Jam - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 11:30am-3pm,

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ward to seeing you. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Curt James. Meal - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4pm, Ham dinner with sweet potato, corn and bread, includes dessert, $8pp. 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 Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 4:30-6:30pm, Hynes Event Center, $12pp. Acoustic Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8:30pm, Bring your own instrument to our Acoustic Jam (no instrument amplifiers). Show your talent or just sit and listen. King’s Open Mic - Acacia RV Park, Alamo, 6-9pm, BYOB. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, Come and enjoy great music, best in the valley! Dance, sing along, or just listen. Pop, ice cream, coffee, and homemade

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cookies are available. 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. “Prom Night” Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Leslie Blasing, $8pp advance, $10pp at the door. Prayer and Praise - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm. Dance - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7pm, Steven May, $8pp. 200 N Val Verde Rd, 956-461-0808. Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, Justin Terry, $8pp. The son of a very talented singer/song-writer father and a mother who is an incredible vocalist carries on the tradition with a beautiful voice and country songs you don’t want to end. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, $0.50 a card; popcorn/soda available. Black and White Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Diego and Edith, $8pp. Doors open at 6:30

pm. BYOB, ice, pop and popcorn available. Door prizes. Concert - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7pm, Oh Canada! Advance tickets $13pp, $14pp, $16pp. At the door $17pp. Sold at Country Sunshine RV Resort 9 am - 3:30 pm. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7pm, Route 66, $8pp. 1341 West Highway 83. Dance - McAllen Mobile Park, 7-10pm. Entertainment - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Shake, Rattle & Roll, $8pp. Concessions/BYOB. Tickets also sold at the door. 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr. Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Dave Perryman, enjoyable, great tribute shows. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7-10pm, Smokin Gun, $7pp. Gate opens at 6:00pm. 1320 West Frontage Road. Friday, February 25 Breakfast Buffet - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7:30-10:30am, Cafe

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Grande, $8pp. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Fish & More - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11am-12:30pm, $10pp. Friday Lunch - Casa del Sol, Donna, 11:30am-12:30pm. Open House - Fiesta Village, Mission, Noon-5pm, 205 S. Stewart Rd. 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. See PARKS pg. 12

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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. Bluegrass Acoustic Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm, Invitation only. Audience welcome. Contact Ray Martin at 618-499-4813. 2201 S. Texas Blvd. RC Track - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30pm. 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, Rick McEwen, Hynes Event Center. Bar available, pass the

hat. Fish Fry - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 5:30-6:30pm, Advance tickets $11pp, at the door $12pp. Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm. Country Jam - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 6pm, All are welcome. 1005 N. Stewart Rd. Entertainment - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 6:30pm, Dale & Gayle, $6pp. Entertainment - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30-8:30pm, Justin Terry $8pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, The Agency - rock. $10pp. BYOB and snacks. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, The Fabulous Cruisers, tickets on sale starting 2/4/22, $10pp. Dance - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Regan James & the Hired Hands, $7.50pp. Valley Star Coun-

try Band Award Winner performing all genres of music including classic country, newer country, and 50’s through 80’s rock and roll. A must see!! Popcorn and soda available for purchase. Masks optional. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Shake Rattle & Roll Sock Hop, $7pp. Show - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, Sherwin & Pam Linton, $7pp & $8pp. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-9pm, Tom Wurth. Entertainment - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Oh Canada, $16pp. Doors open at 6:00 pm, tickets on sale now. Call 956-423-1170 to reserve your seat. Entertainment - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Rusty Rierson, $8pp. Mission Bell Ballroom. 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.

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Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Roger Wayne. Dance - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Howlers, $8pp. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Dave & Daphne, $10pp. Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7-10pm, Poison Ivey, $10pp. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Ice and setups available. Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-9:30pm, Dave Perryman & the Country Revue, $7pp. Pop, water & snacks for sale. Free ice. BYOB. Entertainment - Seven Oaks RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Rusty Rierson. Entertainment - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Tom Wurth. Dance - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Curt James, $8pp. No tennis shoes. Saturday, February 26 Park Rummage Sale - Sun Valley Village, Harlingen, 7-11am, Sale inside Clubhouse. Breakfast tacos, egg salad sandwiches and desserts will

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be available for purchase. Masks recommended. Something for everyone! 15659 Buttercup Ct. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7:30-8:45am. s Basket Auction - Paradise Park, ,McAllen, 7:30-9am. Garage Sale - Tropic Winds MH H& RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, .Main Hall. - Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 8-9:30am, Choice of egg bakes, biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes eand sausage/ham patties and apple&sauce. $5pp. Free coffee. Rummage Sale - Tropical Valley VAcres, Mission, 8am-3pm, Free admission. Masks and social distancing highly recommended. Patio Sales - Palm Shadows RV/ MH Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, 200 N. oVal Verde Road. Garage Sale - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, Held in the yClubhouse. No sales prior to 8:00 am. Parkwide Yard Sale - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon. l Dance/Workshop - Alamo Palms

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MH & RV Park, 9-11am, PH 2-3 RD dance/workshop. In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Quilt, Art, & Woodcarvers Show Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9am-Noon, Quilters, artists, needle workers, woodworkers & carvers. All crafters are included in this show. Biscuits, gravy, and coffee is available for $5pp starting at 7am until gone. Meal - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 11:30am, Turkey sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and bacon on sourdough bread with pasta salad, includes dessert, $8pp. 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.

Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm, Calvary Quartet. Hobby Show - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 2-4pm. Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2-4pm. Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6-8pm. 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 - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, William Florian “Those Were The Days” Show, $8pp advance, $10pp at the door. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7pm, Redneck Revival, $8pp. Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Calvary Quartet. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7pm, Bottom Line, $7pp. Doors open

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at 5:30 pm. Saturday Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Music by Time Machine, $6pp. Dance - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, The Lockhart’s, $8pp. Open to the public. Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steve May & Southern Knights, $8pp. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Snack bar open. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Cruisers, $10pp. Concessions available, Mission Bell Ballroom. Dance - McAllen Mobile Park, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $8pp. BYOB, free popcorn and ice, soda is available. For info, contact the MMP Office at 956-682-3304 or Don Atkins at 217-971-6089. 4900 N. McColl Road. Dance - Wagon City North, Mission, 7pm, Curt James, $7pp. Entertainment - Mission West RV Park, 7-9pm, Come and enjoy a great show with Justin Terry, $8pp. Concessions will be available and everyone See PARKS pg. 30

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Keep an eye on this course, it’s only going to move up in prestige and popularity. Address: 4541 US-281, Brownsville Website: www.riverbendresort. us Phone: (956) 548-0192 Description: Par-72, 18 holes Yardage: Gold – 6,735; Blue – 6,276; Whites – 5,625; Reds – 4,920 Amenities: Chip and putt green, snack bar, hot dogs, hamburgers Winter Texan Specials: $25 for 18 holes; twilight starts at 2 p.m. for $18; members $75/month for seniors, doesn’t include cart; yearly membership: $904 with the cart. Valley International Country Club Valley International Country Club has opened its full-fledged pro shop with a bar. Life is good. Soon there will be food for sale as well. As far as the course goes, its winter greens are among the best in South Texas. The course is both challenging yet comfortable, Valley

International provides the beginning golfer as many challenges as the more experienced golfer. Perfectly self-described as a golf sanctuary, the peaceful surroundings combined with a difficult but beatable and rewarding layout, the four sets of tees are key in how you play your round and give even the lowest handicappers some big decisions to make – lay up or grip it and rip it?

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Risk and reward are premiums on this popular 18-hole championship layout. The course also has a nine-hole par-3 executive course (par-27 for the round) on the same property for those who want a change of pace or to practice their short game, where scoring is at a prime, and so is time. Address: 301 McFadden, Brownsville Website: www.valleyinternationalgolf.com Phone: (956) 548-9199

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Description: 18-hole, par-70 Yardage: White – 4,924; Black – 5,517; Blue – 6,130; Orange – 6,538 Amenities: Golf shop, practice green, bar & grill (limited times and menu) Winter Texan Specials: Burger deal – cheeseburger, French fries and round of golf with cart, $29. 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.,

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WINTER TEXAN TIMES Port Isabel Website: www.longislandvillage. com Phone: (956) 943-7520 Description: 18-hole, par-53, par-3 course Yardage: Red – 1,449 Amenities: Putting green, pro shop with gifts and a bar with draft beer Winter Texan Specials: Non-renters $14 all day; renters $12 all day. Rancho Viejo Resort and Country Club How can one not be attracted to the big golf ball and tee in the sky while traveling the expressway? If first impressions mean a lot, then this course should have you hooked already. They have made some improvements around several greens and are constantly working to keep the fairways, and the beautiful layout, in Class A shape. With all of the amenities –including rentals for a short visit – this is the place for a staycation. A gorgeous pool with an outdoor bar, a restaurant with the highest quality of food and service, a wide arrange-

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www.wintertexantimes.com ment of clothing and accessories in the pro shop... the list goes on. The course is “playable yet challenging, stretching over 6,800 yards from the back tees,” according to its website. The course, named El Diablo (the devil) is named so because the grapefruit trees that used to line the fairways made it so devilishly difficult to play. Today the fairways are lined with towering palms, tropical vegetation, and water hazards on nine of the holes. Address: 1 Rancho Viejo Drive, Rancho Viejo Website: www.rvrcc.com Phone: (956) 350-4000 Description: 18-hole, Par-71 for Men, Par-74 for Women Yardage: Red – 5,097; White – 5,313; Blue – 5,919; Gold – 6,434 Winter Texan Specials: 9 holes for $48.26; 18 holes $69.71. Brownsville Golf Center Wide open fairways and large – yet quick – greens give golfers an opportunity to improve their game without being beaten up by courses that are sometimes way too challenging for those looking at the simpler things in life. Brownsville Golf Cen-

Rancho Viejo ter is exactly what a municipal course should be, inviting and available to all levels of golfers. That is not to say it is not challenging, and water comes into play on most holes. Also, you still have to carry that water at times and be strategic on several holes, deciding how much you want to cut a corner or to “go for it.” Just because a green is large does not

always mean you want to be putting the length of it to get close to the pin. Address: 180 W. San Marcello, Brownsville Website: www.cob.us Phone: (956) 541-2582 Description: 18-hole, par-70, municipal course Yardage: Blue – 6,144; White – 5,652; Red – 5,091

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Winter Texans’ Favorite Golf Course Calling all Golfers!

You could win Free Rounds of Golf or other prizes just by voting for your favorite RGV golf courses. Fill out our Winter Texans’ Favorite Golf Course ballot below and send it in (or fill out the online form) by 4 PM, Wednesday, March 16, 2022 and you will be entered in our drawing for Free Prizes. Check the box to select your favorite golf course in each of three areas of the Rio Grande Valley -- the Upper Valley, Mid Valley and Lower Valley. Then write the name of your favorite RGV course overall.

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Alamo Country Club The Club at Cimarron (Mission) Ebony Hills Golf Course (Edinburg) El Niño Golf Course (Mission) Los Lagos Golf Club (Edinburg) Howling Trails Golf Course (Mission) Monte Cristo Golf & Country Club (Edinburg) Palm View Golf Course (McAllen) Shary Municipal Golf Course (Mission) Tierra Del Sol Golf Course (Pharr)

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Cottonwood Creek Country Club (Harlingen) Harlingen Country Club Llano Grande Resort & Country Club Raymondville Municipal Golf Course Stuart Place Country Club (Harlingen) Sunshine Country Club Estates (Harlingen) Tierra Santa Golf Club (Weslaco) Tony Butler Municipal Golf (Harlingen) Treasure Hills Country Club (Harlingen) Village Executive Golf Course (Weslaco)

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They not only were named the “Best Small Band Variety Act” but also “Entertainers of the Year,” by Winter Texan voters across the Rio Grande Valley. From Osage Beach, Missouri, the duo has had a long-time award-winning show, bringing live music, “scalding piano, hot licks on the banjo, jumpin’ bass guitar and drums.” They perform country, bluegrass, rockabilly, classic rock from the 50s to the 80s and more. Their variety doesn’t stop there, including audience participation, comedy, and impersonations of entertainers such as Dolly Parton, Cher, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and more. “I can’t give this lady enough credit,” Elvis said. “She’s just amazing.” This is the second time the duo, married for 43 years, and who began entertaining in the 80s, have won “Entertainers of the Year”, and fourth time named “Best Small Band Variety Act”. “First of all, we concentrate on being entertainers. We aren’t the finest or most polished musicians, but entertainment is our No. 1 thing,” Russell said. “We try to connect with the people and change our show to have new content every year. If they come back time after time, they don’t want to hear the same thing, so we work hard to come up with new material and feel it’s worth it. “We just enjoy the people and what we do. If it

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throughout their time. “It was wonderful and really special to receive that,” Billie said. “We didn’t expect it and it was such a nice gesture they did. It made us feel

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Casa Del Sol’s Rec Hall is full of life

Casa Del Sol RV and Mobile Home Park’s recreation hall, in Donna, sits large within its park – really large. It’s a looming presence that says, “Look at me.” You’ll be happy you did. The massive building is only referred to as the rec hall, but make no mistake, it’s a Great Rec Hall. It’s presence on the outside is impressive. It’s value on the inside is even greater and it’s the lifeblood for just about everything for park residents.

On this day it’s decorated for a (Wednesday) luau. “This is where everything happens, from business to entertainment, from playing cards to billiards to using the hot tub or entering the pool,” said Joe Compton who, along with his wife Kathy, have been the park managers for the past five years. “People will come and watch sports games on the big screen TV, share meals, have church and relax or play here.” Joe even streams his high school football team from back in Missouri on Friday nights. It’s been growing in popularity too. The first thing that catches a walk-in’s attention is the decorations, on this day Hawaii-themed all throughout the great hall. The

park is having a luau today (Feb. 23), so the theme is set. Bright colors, a variety of leis, figures, Tiki masks and all things Hawaiian were arranged throughout the hall, extending to its other rooms as well. “Deb Burkett is our park director of design, and she comes up and shops for all of this,” K a t h y said. “Deb is the mastermind, but with lots of help. Deb and Dan (her husband) have really done a big job on beautifi-

cation here and we’re also working on a memorial garden where rose bushes and trees have been bought.” The worker bees at Casa Del Sol keep up with the decorations, changing them regularly and not missing a beat when holidays of significance approach throughout the year. It continually gives the hall a relevant appeal, and probably strikes up some curiosity at times also. “This is the epicenter of Casa del Sol, grand central if you will for amusement and socialization,” Joe said. “All our business is conducted here and the activity directors work here. It’s really a fun place.” It’s more like a mini amusement park for residents. One step into the building and it’s, “OK, what do we want to do first.” The different “stations” around the building include a coffee circle with a television, the hot tub, the inside entrance to the pool, a gym, the

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We welcome your four-legged family members (30 pounds and under) to come and enjoy the recently enlarged dog park with new green grass. Casa Del Sol offers 30 and 50/amp connections, water and sewer connections and daily, weekly and monthly rates. Take advantage of all that Casa Del Sol and the Rio Grande Valley have to offer!

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Winter Texans bring their talents to the Valley

The votes are in! The Valley Star Awards have been voted on by you. How blessed we all are to have the Wintertainers visit the Rio Grande Valley as they provide us with some of the best entertainment available....dance to their music, listen to their vocalists and acquaint yourself with some of the top entertainers from Nashville, Memphis and Branson. The Rio Grande Valley also receives internationally known entertainers. A very talented group travels from San Luis Potosi, Mexico to perform at the Festival of Lights in the town of Hi-

dalgo. This group has been invited to entertain worldwide. It is amazing that so many of our local citizens are not aware of how much talent is available for our entertainment. Recently, Port Isabel celebrated Market Days and many locals entered in various competitions, one event being the selection of the best vocalist. It was a surprise to learn that a lady I had known for several years made the cut to enter this competition. Even suffering from dehydration that caused her to pass out the day before, Karen Timko from Winter Ranch RV Park in Al-

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information, contact Ralph Brill at (940) 418-5936. Magic Valley Retirement PEO The Magic Valley Retirement P.E.O. group will meet on Tuesday, March 1, 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Gattis in McAllen. The address is 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen. Please call Connie Garrels at 402-641-0125 to make a reservation or if you have any questions. The group will continue to meet on the first and third Tuesdays of the month until the end of March. Those dates are: February 8 & 22, March 1 and 15. The April dates will be announced. Please call Connie Garrels 402641-0125 to make a reservation. All Valley retired P.E.O. sisters are invited to attend. Masonic Winter Texan Reunion For over 40 years, MN Masons have been spending their winters in South Texas and gathering with their fellow Masons from all over the country. The 41st Annual MN/

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party will reflect on clips from “The Borderlands” installment of the Points South podcast, where Texas journalist Michelle García investigates the history of the U.S.-Mexico border and protests in the Rio Grande Valley. The presentation will be 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. March 1 Join Speer Memorial Library in Mission on Tuesday, March 1, for a discussion of the book Your Second Life Begins When You Realize

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is welcome. Entertainment - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 7pm, Rusty Rierson, $7pp. Entertaining audiences since he was 11, popular in Europe, raised on family farm, and remains country at heart! Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-10pm, Smokin Guns, $8pp. Dance - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Diego and Edith, $5pp. BYOB. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp. Hynes Event Center. Out of park residents may purchase tickets Monday prior to dance. Dance - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 7-10pm, Vintage (variety band), $7pp. Sunday, February 27 Church - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 8:15am. Church Service - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8:30am, Non-denominational, with Pastor Jesse Hernandez. Bible Study follows the service. Church Service - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 8:30am, Fellowship at 8:30 am, service at 9:00 am. 7600 Long Drive. Church - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am, In the Main Hall. Church - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 9am, Non-denominational service with Scot Swafford. 1005 N. Stewart Rd. 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, Doug Schmitt. Donation, non-denominational service. Communion served the first Sunday of each month. Church - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am, Non-denominational service with Pastor Wayne McNair. 1711 E. Bus. Hwy 83. Worship Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30am-Noon, Worship Service followed by Fellowship Time. Dr. Gerald Parriott, Pastor.

Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Friendship Hall. Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10-11:30am. Church Service - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am, Services by Pastors Charles & Bev Wolff. Non-Denominational Church Service - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 10-11am. Worship - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, Chaplain Dr Larry Windle Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, Dr Greg Huffman. Jam - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1-3pm, In the Main Hall. Quilt Show - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 1-3:30pm. Gospel Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Open to the public, no charge. 3366 N. Bentsen Palm. Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 2-4pm. Beginner Line Dance Instruction - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 2-3:30pm, First 1/2 hour is ultra beginner followed by beginner and improved beginner. All steps are called. A great cardio exercise. Entertainment - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 3-5pm, Dan Steven’s Tiny Hill Orchestra. Free dance. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 3-5pm, Justin Terry, $8pp. Karaoke - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 5pm, Free. 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, Rusty Rierson, country, $9pp. 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

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each week. Show - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, William Florian, $8pp & $9pp. Entertainment - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7pm, Roger Wayne Illusionist, $7pp. Entertainment - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 7-9pm, Lindley Creek, $10pp. Entertainment - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 7pm, Redneck Revival, $8pp. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of great music, comedy and fun. Monday, February 28 Craft Show - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 8am-Noon, Open to the public. Cribbage - Valley View Estates, Mission, 10am-Noon, Clubhouse, 2100 Vernon Street. Jam - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 11:30am, Lester & Friends. Lunch 11:30, Jam 12:30. 1320 West Frontage Road. Beginner Squares - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, Noon-2pm, In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Rock & Roll Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, Noon-3pm, Food served 12pm, jam 1-3pm. Country Jam - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Join us at our jam, everyone welcome. Backed up by a professional band on stage. Serving lunch from 11am to 12:45pm. 100 N. Valley View Rd. Country Jam - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 1-3pm, Please join us for an afternoon of good music. All jammers welcome to play or sing. Lunch served first Monday of the month 11:0012:30 through March. Refreshments available. Contact 262-957-0886. Jam - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1-3:30pm, Admission and refreshments free. Acoustic Jam - Yellow Rose RV, La Feria, 1-3pm, Musicians by invitation only. All listeners welcome. 1609 N. Main St. Country Jam - Wagon City North, Mission, 1-3pm, 2905 N. Conway. Dance/Workshop - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 2-4pm, PH II-III RD dance/workshop. In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Square Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 2pm, Mission Bell

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mo, 9:30am. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Beginner Squares - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, Noon-2pm, In Tampico Hall. Bring snacks to share. Hearing enhancement available. Subject to change without notice. Old Time Dances - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1-4pm, Jim & Marie. In the Main Hall. $6pp. 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. Jam Session - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 1-2:30pm. Country Jam - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-3pm, Burger lunch served prior 11am-12:30pm. Angus burger, chips, tea or lemonade. Donations. Country Jam - Citrus Mobile Home and RV Park, Edinburg, 1-3:30pm, Snacks will be served. Brenda War-

borg, 605-651-1289. Country Jam - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 1-3pm. 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. Bingo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 6:30-9pm, Open to the public. Jam - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 6:30-8:30pm, Entertainers and guests welcome. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Mardi Gras Annual Costume Ball with Pelican West. $12pp. Come dressed up, vote for king and queen and best dressed. Hot refreshments provided, BYOB and snacks, reserved tables available. Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7pm, Dave & Daphne Show, $8pp.

Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Dr Greg Huffman. Mardi Gras Dance - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Rewind, $7.50pp. This versatile band will have you bopping to 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s music as well as two stepping to country. Popcorn and soda available for purchase. Masks optional. Bingo - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Doors open at 6:00 pm. Snack bar open. Games begin at 7:00 pm. Country & Rock Jam - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-9pm, Pizza 5:30-6:30pm, $8. Mardi Gras Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Howlers, $8pp. Wednesday, March 2 Bluegrass Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 9-11am, 50/50, coffee, homemade goodies. New jammers welcome. Lunch - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 11am-2:30pm, Cafe Grande. Menu available @ Cafe Grande, meal price varies. Lunch & Jam - Chimney Park,

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Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $7pp. BYOB. Entertainment - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Sherwin Linton, $8pp at the door. Concessions available. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, $7pp.

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You’ll want to tell your friends about the dances in your park, the jam sessions, craft sales, pancake breakfasts, ice cream socials and the wonderful Wintertainers™ performing daily in the resorts. If you like country music, there’s a jam for you and a number of quality bands performing for country-western dances. If your preference is rock-n-roll or bluegrass, you’re not disappointed. There are many talented performers who come to the Rio Grande Valley from Branson, Nashville and other locales during the winter season. Be sure to tell your friends about the very affordable cost of living in the Rio Grande Valley! Not only do you save a ton of money on heating fuel to keep you warm in the winter, but everything costs less than in most other areas of the country. It’s a great place to make your retirement dollars stretch further, enabling you to enjoy a great lifestyle with all your new friends in Deep South Texas. The Winter Texan Times will be

publishing our annual “Take Home Edition” of the paper on March 16 for you to take home with you so you can show your friends up north all the fun times we have here in the Rio Grande Valley. If you can help us spread the word, give us a call today and tell us how many papers you would like to take back north with you to share with others. Most people take 25 to 50 extra copies of the Take Home Edition to share with their friends. We hope you will do the same and invite your friends to come down with you next winter and give us a try. Give us a call at (956) 580-7800 before close of business on March 12 and we will put you on our list of Winter Texan Ambassadors and make arrangements for you to get the papers you need on March 16. If you are leaving before March 16, take some extra copies of our earlier editions, including today’s paper, to share with the folks back home.

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Autos

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

Fifth Wheels

5TH WHEEL HITCH CURT 20K 5th wheel hitch and rails. $800. 785-5628586. 2017 BIGHORN EXCELLENT CONDITION 5th wheel, 37’, 3 slides, fireplace, heat pump, 2 air conditioners, used very little. 608-426-4036 or 989245-6581. Alamo area. 2008 SUNNYBROOK 5TH WHEEL Bristol Bay model. Excellent condition. 35 ft., 4 slides. Spacious living. New roof, oak cabinets, many new extras. Lots of storage -- inside and out! Take a look. You’ll fall in love. Call Robert at 574-361-2947. 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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2005 DODGE RAM 4-DOOR 8 ft. box, one owner, 135,000 miles. 2016 fifth wheel, three slideouts, 30 ft. lawn. Sold together for $40,000. 956-2701122. LOVESEAT SOFA BED CONVERTS to full size bed, brown pattern, $300. Wooden rocker with cushion, $40. Cheval mirror, oak finish, $50. Queen size bed frame with headboard, $75. All excellent condition. 847-567-2717. PARK MODEL FOR SALE W&I Resort, Mission. Queen bed, one bathroom, new roof, 14x32 covered deck, all electric, shed, workbench, washer, dryer, refrigerator. Phone 515-9711399. AN ELECTRIC CHAIR LIFT Excellent condition, $1,000.00. In Hidden Valley, Mission, Texas. 815-883-4768.

Garage Sales

HUGE RUMMAGE SALE TROPICAL Valley Acres, 1240 E. Bus. 83 in Mission. Offering a huge variety of items from clothing, linens, kitchen wares, electronics and furniture. Saturday, February 26 from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm. Masks required. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 26TH 8AM2PM Miscellaneous items. 221 Wheel Dr., Wagon City North, Mission.

Help Wanted

RON HOOVER RV & MARINE is hiring to fill an opening in the parts department. 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

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Homes For Sale

BEAUTIFUL 2-BDRM. ALADDIN VILLAS Gorgeous brick home. 55+ community. Open spacious living. Bonus room. 2-full baths. 2-car garage. Patios. Quiet. Efficient. Clean. Highly insulated. Beautiful treed yard. Fully furnished. Superbly maintained. Move-in immaculate condition. $174,500. 956-342-9624. 412 Virgo. LUXURIOUS HOME IN SOUTHGATE This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath offers a spacious interior. Features include custom woodwork, oversized garage, and a chef’s dream kitchen. Call 956271-3683 to schedule a showing. Sale price $289,900.00. 2,893 sq. ft.

Manufactured Homes

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Miscellaneous

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 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.

Mobile Homes

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE 14X56 mobile home for sale. Winter Springs Park, Mission. 2 bdrm., 1 bath, new

central AC/H. 10X10 shed with fridge/ freezer. Concrete driveway, carport with adjustable awnings. BEST OFFER. Call 1(204) 641-2986 for more information. 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.

Motorcycles

2000 HONDA GOLDWING GL1500 SE Anniversary Edition. Mileage 33,614, excellent condition. Predicated market price $4,913. Asking price $4,500. Contact Peter 956-226-9445.

Park Models

FOR SALE PARK MODEL 2001 year, very nice, new roof, new water heater, filtration vent fan. Own lot 108, Quiet Village 2. Taxes $167, POA last year $100. Don King, 479-957-8353. 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.

Travel Trailers

MOUNTAINEER 33.5 FT. RLBS 2003 two slides, queen bed, split bathroom, no pets, non-smoking, good condition. Call 573-525-1120 or 573-480-3890. 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. WE PAY TOP CASH for your travel trailers, 5th wheels, park models, mobile homes, and cars. We leave your lot clean. 956-867-2366.

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els. 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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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.

WE BUY MOBILE HOMES, trailer houses, RV’s, 5th wheels, park models. We pay cash, any year, any condition, old or new. Call Ms. Davis anytime at 956-545-1118. WANTED USED ENCLOSED CARGO trailer, 7 ft. by 10 ft. or larger. Call 402-547-3038. 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. 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. 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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