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Founded in the mid-1990’s, the RGV Swing Street Big Band as it is now known, was called The Society for the Preservation of Big Band Music. Players from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois joined together and pooled music they brought from home for the band. Some members created crafted music stands from plywood and painted them white with the band name in blue on the See SWING STREET pg. 08

McAllen International Travel Show is Jan. 7-8

The annual McAllen International Travel Show will be held Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 7-8, at the McAllen Convention Center on Ware Road. The show is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission is free. The show will offer a variety of vendors displaying opportunities for travel adventures for Winter Texans both in the Rio Grande Valley and while they are in route back north to their homes. There will also be opportunities for foreign adventures through travel companies atSee TRAVEL SHOW pg. 31

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Gladys Porter Zoo has two new attractions

By Kathy Olivarez The Gladys Porter Zoo has two new attractions that will be on interest to visitors. The first is the new Russell Aquatics Center with 28 exhibits of marine life found in the resacas, Rio Grande River and Gulf of Mexico. According to Public Relations Assistant Arianna Barrera, the biggest attraction to this building is the interactive Stingray Touch Tank where children (of all ages) can actually reach into the tanks and feel the stingrays. The tank is large and it is fun to watch these funny looking sea creatures that seem to have a smile on their backs zipping back and forth in the tank to the delight of all. Another popular exhibit is a 300,000-gallon tank that is 26 feet by 26 feet tall. It houses a variety of fish found in the Gulf of Mexico including black drum, red snapper, sheepshead, snook, jacks, hermit crabs and, of course, sharks. In addition, there are a number of smaller tanks housing a variety of local marine life they may encounter some day at the beach or in a local resaca. According to Barrera, the exhibits are designed to teach local children and other visitors about the

The South Texas Discovery Center, featuring live animals and plants indigenous to the South Texas area, is a new exhibit that opened in November. marine life found in the waters of South in the Gulf of Mexico or in the Laguna Texas rather than bringing in exotic ma- Madre. One tank is a brightly lit scene of a rine life from other areas. Tanks feature a See GLADYS PORTER ZOO pg. 39 variety of different species of fish found

Winter Texans make $710 million impact

Mexican Artisan Expo coming to McAllen

The McAllen Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate in McAllen, will present a Mexican arts and crafts celebration Jan. 7 through Jan. 11. The event will host the 6th Annual “Vibrant Heritage” Mexican Artisan Expo with 80 artisans from various States in Mexico. This year, the event will take place in two locations starting with the McAllen International Travel Show on Jan. 7-8 at the McAllen Convention Center. The McAllen Travel Show usually draws See EXPO pg. 38

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Big Band Jam at Texas Trails Whether it’s a polka jam, Big Band, country or gospel jam, you’ll find hundreds of Winter Texans gathered in rec halls at RV resorts all across the Valley dancing or just taking in the wonderful sounds as fellow Winter Texan musicians perform on stage. The UTPA Winter Texan Survey reveals that about 90 percent of Winter Texans attend or play in jams at least some of the time during their stay here.

By Kathy Olivarez According to the bi-annual survey conducted by the University of Texas-Pan American, Winter Texans who spent the winter season in the RGV in 2013-2014 contributed $710 million to the economy of the Rio Grande Valley during their stay. There were an estimated 99,500 Winter Texans in the Valley during the season. The survey was conducted with the assistance of the Winter Texan Times and its publisher, Jim Brunson, who published and promoted the survey, and Dr. Teofilo Ozuna, Dean of the College of Business Administration. Dr. Penny M. Simpson D.B.A. compiled the data. A total of 1394 Winter Texans and 88 RV and mobile home park owners/managers responded. Based on data gathered the average Winter Texan is 71.7 years old, is married (85.9 Percent), is white (99.3 percent), and has been retired for more than one year (89.2 percent). Winter Texans are better educated than See SURVEY pg. 35

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Rising Star Review planned Jan. 10 at Mission Bell

For those wanting an opportunity to see some of the new talent that is auditioning at the Entertainers Showcases this January, the Rising Star Review will provide an opportunity to do just that. This show will feature completely new talent that has not yet performed for Winter Texans in the Rio Grande Valley. The show will be held at Mission Bell Resort, 1811 E. Bus. 83, on Jan. 10 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 and are available at Mission Bell Resort and Alamo Rose Resort. Magician Roger Wayne For those who love magic the Roger Wayne show features a variety of illusions. From Georgetown, Ky., Wayne has been a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians and Society of American Magicians for over 30 years. He is known for a magician-comedy performance featuring audience stunts that make participants laugh until they cry. He has performed on cruise ships, college campuses, at convention centers, shopping malls and a variety of other locations. He has appeared with headliners such as Ed McMahon and WGN’s “Bozo’s Circus” and on radio and television shows across the nation. Singer, Songwriter Jenny Casey Formerly from Oklahoma, Jenny Casey is now a singer and songwriter in Nashville. A self-proclaimed “late bloomer,” Jenny is a mother of four, and former schoolteacher who now makes her living as a singer and songwriter. She was inspired by idols Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain and Gretchen Wilson as she developed her “fun grown-chick music.” She spent the summer in Europe on tour with her high-energy music show.

Tribute Artist Paul Eve In Branson, Missouri, where he now lives, Paul Eve is best known for his realistic tributes to Johnny Cash. The show has been seen at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater and also at Jackie B. Goode’s Uptown Café. Eve also does tributes to Elvis and other performers. Elvis on Tour “Elvis on Tour” is another Branson-based show. In Branson, James and Loretta Lowrey perform “Dinner with Elvis” at Jackie B. Goode’s Uptown Café, singing old Favorites of the King of Rock ‘n Roll. James has also entertained with the Legends in Hollywood, and with Dolly Parton, who stated he had the best Elvis tribute artist voice she has ever heard. Rolando Reyes No one in the Rio Grande Valle has a better voice than Rolando Reyes of Rio Hondo. His quartet, Rolando Reyes and 4 His Glory, will perform at the showcase and during the Rising Star Review. Reyes was formerly a member of The Deep River Boys, also of Rio Hondo. His new quartet 4 His Glory has not yet performed in the Valley for Winter Texans. Al Ragusin Show Band Al Ragusin, long known for his dancing horse shows, has now decided to do “the horse show without the horses.” Al will be playing conga drums and bongo drums while his wife, Brenda, will perform Tahitian, jazz, and tap dances plus a skit based on “Pretty Woman.” They will be joined by Tahlia, who sings Tejano (the words will be in English but the Tejano music is Spanish-style), along with country songs. The show includes popular songs and invites audience to sing along. For more information on the show call Robert Ferguson at (574) 361-2947 or Billie Ferguson at (865) 253-2514.

Roger Kenaston Band plans busy season in RGV

Longtime favorite Winter Texan entertainers, the Roger Kenaston Band is returning this season to provide some lively dance music every Wednesday at the Riverside Club in Mission and every Thursday at Wink’s Saloon, Grill & Roping Arena, Brownsville, along with other dances and shows throughout the area. The band will begin the season featuring National Traditional Country Music Hall of Famers: Roger Kenaston, wife Sharon, sister Vanessa, daughter Bobbi Jo, and long-time family friend, Jerry Porter. This group of multi-instrumentalists and vocalists has performed in the Midwest for several generations, including appearances in Branson and on RFD-TV’s Midwest Country Show. Roger, an award winning fiddle, do-

bro, mandolin, guitar player and singer, is the patriarch of the Kenastons. His wife Sharon, 2012 FAME upright bassist of the year, also plays drums, rhythm guitar, sings and acts as the emcee for the group. Roger’s sister Vanessa is an outstanding vocalist and offers her talents on rhythm guitar, bass, mandolin and drums. Roger’s daughter, Bobbi Jo, will make her first appearance in the Valley for the first week of dances as the drummer, bass and rhythm player. Also joining the group for the first time is “Chet Atkins style” picker, Jerry Porter. Jerry will team up with Roger to play some twin guitar licks as well as playing bass or rhythm guitar for additional variety. See KENASTON BAND pg. 11

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Goldwing Express returns

Once again high-energy bluegrass music will reverberate through the Rio Grande Valley as Goldwing Express, composed of three Native American Creek Indians and their Irish father, bring their special type of entertainment to Winter Texans across the Valley. The boys and their father play such hot music it appears the banjo is going to catch on fire as the fingers move. Bob Baldridge, father, has been entertaining since the 1970’s and 80’s when he sang with his brothers and sisters. The family would gather at his grandmother’s home and spend the days singing. It made him want to start his own family band. After Paul, Steven and Shawn were born, he did just that. The family started their show in Okmulgee, Ok. and then traveled across country in a Honda Gold Wing in the 1980’s. The boy’s mother dubbed it the Goldwing Express, thus giving the group their show name. The group moved to Branson, Mo. several years ago where they perform. When not performing in Branson they are traveling other parts of the nation. They do about 250 shows a year. Bob plays mandolin, sings lead and does much of the comedy. Oldest son Paul sings high tenor and plays banjo. He does the traditional bluegrass singing for the group. Steven, the middle son, plays banjo and is responsible for the gospel music in the show. Shawn, the youngest, plays upright bass fiddle and sings the low notes. He spices up the show with a lonesome-sounding train whistle made from his mouth only. Because the boys’ mother was a fullblood Creek Indian, the boys don headdresses and dedicate a part of the show to their Native American heritage. Go to the Wintertainers™ section at wttrgv.com to see a YouTube video of Goldwing Express performing. See Goldwing Express on Jan. 3 at Fiesta Village Park in Mission; Jan. 4, Enchanted Valley Ranch, (afternoon); Jan. 4, Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen; Jan. 6, Trails End RV Park, Weslaco; Jan. 7, Countryside Park, Donna; Jan. 8 Breeze

Lake Park, Brownsville; Jan. 9, 1015 RV Park, Mission; Jan. 10, Wagon City North, Mission (afternoon); and Jan. 10, Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission. On Jan 11 Goldwing Express can be seen in the afternoon at Winter Ranch in Alamo and in the evening at Paradise South RV Resort, Mercedes; Jan.12, Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission; Jan. 13, Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission; Jan. 14, Paradise Park, Pharr; Jan. 15, Casa del Sol, Donna; Jan. 16, Winter Green Estates, Mission; Jan. 17, Paul’s RV Park, Brownsville; Jan. 18, Sunshine RV Park, Harlingen, (afternoon); Jan. 18, Leisure World, Weslaco; Jan. 19, Winter Haven, Pharr; and Jan. 20, Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen. They will also perform Jan. 21 at Pine to Palm Resort in Weslaco; Jan. 22, Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr; Jan. 23, Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission; Jan 24, Orange Grove RV Park, Edinburg; Jan. 25, Kenwood RV and Mobile Home Park, La Feria, (afternoon); Jan. 25, Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen; Jan. 26, Palm Shadows RV Park, Donna; Jan. 27, Mission Bell RV Resort, (afternoon); Jan. 28, Southern Comfort, Weslaco, (afternoon); Jan. 28, Paradise Park, McAllen; Jan. 29, Trophy Gardens, Alamo; Jan. 30, Mission West RV Park; and Jan. 31, Seven Oaks Resort, Mission. See the Wintertainers™ section of the Winter Texan Times website www.wttrgv. com for more shows in February. Check with individual parks for show times and availability of tickets.

Feature Index

Business Guide.................. Pg. 36 Classifieds.......................... Pg. 40 Coupon Index..................... Pg. 42 Events Calendar................. Pg. 30 Medical Services................ Pg. 32 Parks Calendar................... Pg. 12 Reunions & Meetings........ Pg. 34 Taste of the Valley.............. Pg. 22 WintertainersTM.................. Pg. 24

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Freddie and Sheila Show returns to RGV

Freddie and Sheila Pelletier return to the Rio Grande Valley to perform their new show from Jan. 4 to Feb. 8. Freddie and Sheila, from Birch Hills, Saskatchewan, Canada, who have performed together for over twenty years, will make this their 14th year performing the RGV. Freddie, who plays lead acoustic and electric guitar, emulates the work of Chet Atkins and others playing classic country, bluegrass and 60’s rock. Sheila, on vocals and rhythm guitar, sings classic country, folk, 50’s/60’s and yodels. With a few new “tricks” up their sleeve, their new show demonstrates their exceptional musicianship and provides lots of laughs for their loyal followers.

Freddie started his professional career in country Fairboldt, Minnesota. He went on to play in Nashville and later formed his own band in Calgary. He also backed up singer-songwriter, Ian Tyson, writer of the Carter Family’s ‘”Four Strong Winds.” Over the years he’s played guitar for many artists including Ferlin Husky and Mac Wiseman. After 12 years of operating a music camp in the summer, this past July they tried a different venture, teaching guitar at a fly in fishing camp in northern Saskatchewan. They hosted thirteen people who took lessons plus fished the pristine Iskwatikan See FREDDIE & SHEILA pg. 08

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Get ready to rock ‘n Roll with the Punches Family

Once again this season the Punches Family will be back in the Rio Grande Valley entertaining Winter Texans with rock ‘n roll oldies from the ‘50’s and 60’s. Performing old favorites like “Run, Run, Run,” “Great Balls of Fire,” and “The Twist” the Punches Family will bring back memories and fun with their lively performances. Because The Punches are also known for their bluegrass and gospel performances, each show will include several of the songs for which the family is known in other areas. The Punches Family has been featured on Great American Gospel Show,

which plays on over 200 stations across America and many countries around the world. The family resides in Fredericktown, Mo, which is in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. However, they have been performing in churches, festivals, fairs and special shows across the country since 2009. Both parents play musical instruments and sing. Bobette (Mom) grew up in a musical family of seven children while Bruce See PUNCHES FAMILY pg. 10

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From pg. 01 front. Because their target was the Winter Texan audience, the season ran from mid-December to mid-March. When Bob Comeau took over the band 2013, he made some major changes. The old music was donated to a service club so that the band selections could be upgraded. Music is now ordered from a gentleman in Grand Rapids, Mich. who owns a library of music with over 14,000 arrangements that can be emailed to the band. Today, the band plays music recorded by artists such as Benny Goodman, Les Brown, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Les Elgart, Harry James, Maynard Ferguson, Buddy Rich, Henry Mancini, Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, with a bit of the Beatles, Blood, Sweat and Tears and Chicago thrown in for good measure. Comeau has a degree in music from the University of South Dakota where he taught band in South Dakota and Minnesota for five years before pursuing a career in insurance. But he never lost his love for music, and while living in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, he performed with Swing Beat Big Band and the Encore Wind Ensemble. In the Rio Grande Valley he also plays with the McAllen Symphonic Band and the Rio Grande Valley Concert Band. Back home in the summer he plays with local community bands. In addition to Comeau there area seven other local band directors who teach in

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the Rio Grande Valley and seven retired band directors, mostly Winter Texans, who also play in the band. The band also has two retired military musicians. All of these musicians and others who join them have a great appreciation for the “big band sound.” According to Comeau, there are several types of fans that range from seasoned ballroom dancers to folks who just like to

move around to the music. Then there are people who don’t dance but come to listen to the music because they like the big band sound. Most performances are done in a show/dance format where different selections of the band will be featured along with instrumental soloists and vocalists. The band plays a variety of slow and up-tempo music with beautiful waltzes and Latin rhythms sprinkled through the

concert. Swing Street Big Band can be seen Thursday, Jan. 8 at Victoria Palms Resort; Sat., Feb. 7 at Cottonwood Country Club; Friday, Feb. 20 at Mission Bell Ballroom; Friday, Mar. 13 at Park Place Estates; and Friday, Mar. 20 at Bentsen Grove Resort. All performance times are 7 p.m. Swing Street will also perform as part of the Lion’s Club Benefit Concert Feb. 6 at Trinity Worship Center, along with the Rio Grande Valley Concert Band and the Senior Ambassadors. Tickets are $7 and may be purchased at the Winter Texan Times, Alamo Rose RV or from any member of the Mission Lions Club. Proceeds of the Lions concert go to the Texas Lions Camp for handicapped children. For information about Swing Street Big Band contact Bob Comeau at (763) 360-9065 or email swingstreetrgv@gmail. com.

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at the resort. On Sheila’s birthday, Jan. 13, they’ll be performing at Alamo Rec-Veh Resort at 1 p.m. She’s asking everyone who attends to bring a non-perishable food item they will donate to the Food Bank of the RGV as her birthday gift. Cake and coffee will be served. Freddie and Sheila can be seen Jan. 5, J-Five, Mission; Jan. 6, Green Gate Grove, Mission; Jan. 11, 6 p.m., Trophy Gardens, Alamo; Jan. 13, 1 p.m., Alamo Rec-Veh, Jan. 14, Paradise Park, Harlingen; Jan. 16, Circle T, Mission; Jan. 17, Mission West;

Jan. 18, 6:30 p.m., Pharr South; Jan. 20, Mission Bell; Jan. 21, Gateway, Raymondville; Jan. 22, Palmdale, San Benito; Jan. 25, Southern Comfort, Weslaco, Jan. 30, Rio Valley Estates, Weslaco, Feb. 6, Lazy Palms, Edinburg; and Feb. 8, Texas Trails, Pharr. All shows are at 7 p.m. unless otherwise listed. To listen to the delightful sounds of Freddy and Sheila, click on “Wintertainers™” at www.wttrgv.com. When you click on “Tour Dates” for “The Freddie & Sheila Show” you’ll hear some wonderful songs performed by this talented duo

From pg. 01 Lake for pickeral, jackfish and lake trout. Their second annual fishing and guitar trip will take place July 8 to 12. This year their son. Clint, will also teach guitar and his wife, Thea, will teach a voice class. Clint and Thea have performed in the RGV with Freddie and Sheila in past years. Mission Bell RV Resort in Mission is again sponsoring the Freddie and Sheila Show. The duo is offering a guitar class each Monday at 1 p.m. from Jan. 6 to 27

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Comedienne Auntie Kreamsaugen delights Winter Texans “You can stay single and be miserable or get married and wish you were dead,” says, Auntie Kreamsaugen, the wise Scandinavian marriage counselor from Minnesota who has entertained thousands of Winter Texans in the Rio Grande Valley. “Those are the only two choices.” She sagely adds. Wearing her apron, lace cap and long socks she looks like a Minnesota farmer’s wife, not the marriage counselor she proclaims to be. But the advice she hands out has a ring of truth to it and audiences love her. For many years Darlene Rolle has entertained crowds in the family-owned Jasper Theater in Park Rapids, Minn. When

she and her husband started spending winters in the Rio Grande Valley, she brought the delightful sagely wise Auntie Kreamsaugen to the audiences that visited the theater. This year the show she has developed for the Rio Grande Valley combines parts of several of the show that were voted the favorites at the Jasper Theater over a ten-year-period. She will do parts of a class reunion, an old-time radio show complete with sound effects, Tall Tales of Snoose Hollow, Minnesota and some church humor. And of course, no show would be complete without some sage marriage counseling thrown in for good

measure. In 2011 Auntie Kreamsaugen was named Best comedienne by FAME (Families Advocating Moral Entertainment) and was also named Favorite Comedienne by the Winter Texan Times for 2011 and 2012. In that competition, she had more votes than any of the winners in any other category both years. Auntie Kreamsaugen was invited last fall to Norsk Hostfest in Minot, North Dakota, which is the largest gathering of folks of Scandinavian descent to entertain. She will be returning this fall. See KREAMSAUGEN pg. 38

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In the Rio Grande Valley The Punches Family can be seen at Jan. 3 at Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 2 p.m.; Jan. 3, Wagon City North, Mission; Jan. 4, Sunshine RV Park, Harlingen, 1:30 p.m.; Jan. 4, Valley View Estates, Mission; Jan. 6, Tip O Texas, Pharr, 1:30 p.m.; Jan. 7, Bit O Heaven, Donna, 6:30 p.m.; Jan. 8 Mission Garden Resort; Jan. 9, Winter Green Estates, 6:30 p.m.; and Jan. 10 at Mission Bell Resort. On Jan. 11 they can be seen in Combes at the First Baptist Church at 10 a.m., Jan 11, Kenwood RV Park, La Feria; Jan. 12, Palm Shadows, Donna; Jan. 13, Green Gate Grove, Mission; Jan. 14, Countryside RV, Donna; Jan. 15, Schlitterbahn, South Padre Island, 6 p.m.; Jan. 17, Winter Ha-

ven, Pharr; Jan. 18, Monte Alto Baptist Church, 11 a.m. and Jan. 18, Texas Trails, Pharr. The Punches Family can be seen Jan. 20 at Alamo Rose; Jan. 21, Bentsen Grove, Mission; Jan. 22, VIP La Feria West; Jan. 24, Chimney Park, Mission; Jan. 25, Ranchero Village, Weslaco; Jan. 26, Hidden Valley Ranch, Mission, Jan. 28, Schlitterbahn Winterfest; and Jan. 28, San Juan Gardens. In February the Punches can be seen Feb. 11 at McAllen Mobile; Feb. 14, Mission Bell; Feb. 15, Arcadia RV Park, Alamo, 1 p.m.; and Feb. 20, Lakewood RV Park. All shows begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise indicated.

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(Dad) was an only child who started to play when he was 13. Owen, 15, started playing fiddle at 7, dobro at 8 and banjo at 10. He is an important part of the family’s vocal presentations, singing a few leads but mostly bass line in the quartets. Emily, one of the twins who are now 15 years old, started playing fiddle at 7. She has developed a rich voice and carries many of the high tenor parts in their music. She also often sings lead. Brook, the second twin, started fiddle at age 7 but moved on to dobro by age 9.

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Entries being accepted for ‘Turning of the Quilts’ Mission Historical Museum is looking for antique – or just “old and interesting” – quilts for a “Turning of the Quilts” program to be offered at the museum in February. Quilts are presented stacked on a bed. As each quilt is shown, it is turned down to reveal the next quilt, until all have been presented. The museum is accepting vintage quilts now until Friday, Jan. 30. Quilts can be brought in Mondays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The museum will be closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Please provide as much information as possible can about the quilt, such as who made it, how old is it, how it was acquired, etc. Viewers would also be interested in any stories associated with the quilt. All quilts will be handled by trained and knowledgeable individuals. Winter Texans may bring more than one quilt for the presentation. “Turning of the Quilts” will be presented as part of the Awards Ceremony at the Eighth Annual Mission Quilt Show at the Mission Historical Museum at 2 p.m. on February 6. This is a wonderful opportunity to show off some family treasures, and maybe learn a thing or two about them as well. The Mission Historical Museum is located at 900 Doherty and 200 E. Tom Landry (annex building), in Mission. Admission is free. For more information, please call the Museum at 956-580-8646.

KENASTON BAND From pg. 03

The Roger Kenaston Band plays traditional country western dance music with a variety of 50’s, polkas, waltzes, big band, swing, bluegrass and more. Their vocals are among the best, especially when Vanessa, Sharon and Bobbi Jo sing a classic in three-part, high-lonesome harmony. Winter Texans can listen and dance to the Kenaston’s every Wednesday beginning Jan. 7 at the Riverside Club from 1 to 5 p.m. They will also be performing Thursdays at Wink’s in rural Brownsville beginning Jan. 8 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Kenastons may also be seen Friday, Jan. 9 at Citrus Valley in McAllen (dance); Jan. 20, Quiet Village, Donna (dance); Jan. 23, Alamo Rose (dance); Feb. 13 Citrus Valley, McAllen, Feb. 14, (dance), Gateway, Raymondville, (dance); and Feb. 22, Lakewood, Harlingen, (show). Watch the Winter Texan Times for additional bookings or go to the Kenaston’s website, www.WahooCountryMusicShow.com for more information. For additional bookings or information call Sharon at (402) 936-0638.

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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 Thursday noon, one week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, P.O. Box 399, Mission, Texas 78573-0399 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com. Thursday, January 1 Blue Grass Jams - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 9-11am, 7:30-9am biscuits & gravy is served. Ladies Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, 9:30am, $8pp, rental clubs available. Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 10:15am. Pancake Breakfast - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 11am-1pm, pancakes, waffles, eggs, sausage, applesauce, and coffee

every Thursday, BYOTS. Open Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, Noon, $8pp, rental clubs available. Jams - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, refreshments available. Rock N’ Roll Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm, Pre-Jam meal 11:30am, Rock N’ Roll Jam at 1pm. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Andy & Brenda Coin, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Cookout - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm, Cost $4.50 1/3lb Black Angus Burger or fresh grilled chicken breast w/steak fries and fresh cole slaw, tea or lemonade. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4pm, BYO bowl/utensils, $2pp, dessert for sale. Can/Am Happy Hour - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 4-6pm, Friendship hall, entertainment. Jams - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 4pm, lunch served at 4 followed with Jam. Pancake Supper - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6:30pm, BYOTS. Bingo - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 6:30-9pm, Recreational hall, cards go on sale at 6:30pm.

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Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart Band, $5pp, Main Hall. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Country Band. Canadian Dinner/Dance - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 8-10pm, Gilles. Friday, January 2 Patio & Craft Sale - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8-11am, Breakfast served 7:30am, bake sale 7:30am. Craft Sale - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 8am-Noon. Line Dancing/Intermediate & Advanced - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9-11am, Free. El Nino Golf Course Scramble - Mission West Resort, 9:30am, 9:30am sign up, 10am tee off, $10pp, open to all golfers, men and women, rental clubs available. Blood Drive - Twin Palms RV Resort, Rio Hondo, 10am-2pm, attending, community first responders, fire dept, ambulance, cookies will be served. Open Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, Noon, $8pp, rental clubs available. Jam Session - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30pm, Lunch available 11am to 12:30pm. Country Western Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, Lunch being served from 11:30am to 12:30pm for a small fee. Jam Session - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1pm, Gary Legrid, Jam Leader, coffee & cookies served.

Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Variety Jam, 50/50 drawing, free, coffee and homemade goodies served. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, All musicians are invited to come and play, dessert table offered, donations accepted. Polka Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3:30pm. Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 1-3pm, lunch served 11:30am-1pm. Jam - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 2-4pm. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Ken Thompson & Brenda Coin, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Zumba - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 3-4pm. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Andy & Brenda Cohn, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Fish Fry with Entertainment - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 4-7pm, Happy hour and fish fry. Pot Luck - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 5-7pm, Pot Luch in Recreation Hall, table assignments and food selection on sign-up sheets in Recreation Hall. Hamburger Night & Karaoke - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 5:30-10pm. Jam Session - Fountain at Peñitas RV See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 13

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From pg. 12 Park, Peñitas, 6-8pm, Coffee and cookies served at break for donation. Country Music Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 6-8:30pm, Hot dogs, popcorn and desserts at reasonable cost, beginning at 4-5:30pm in Activity Center. Karaoke with Jack & Brenda - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6:30pm, everyone welcome. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Ron O’Neil, $5pp. Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-10pm, Texas Country Band, $5pp. Big Band Jam/Rock N Roll - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Mario Rosales. Western Fun Night - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm. John Sager - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 7pm, $7pp. Entertainment - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Lynn Dvorak. Entertainment - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7pm, J.C. Harrison, $6pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Steven May and Southern Knights, $5pp, BYOB, popcorn & soda for sale. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Diego, $6pp. Saturday, January 3

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Mission Bell Resort, Debbie, $8pp in advance, $9pp at the door. Biscuits and Gravy - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo. Weekly Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-8:30am, Cost- $2.50 to $4 (depends on what ordered), pancakes, sausage or ham, eggs (anyway), sausage gravy, hashbrowns, BYO table service. Best Saturday Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-8:30am, The best Saturday Breakfast, menu varies each week, please bring your own place setting. For more information call 956-585-5061. Breakfast - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7-9am. Breakfast - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7:30-9:30am, Tickets at the door. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7:30-9am, Serving pancakes, sausage or ham, biscuit gravy, apple sauce or grits,eggs, toast, donation, BYOTS. Pancakes & More - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7:30-9am, $3.50. Craft Shows - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 8am-Noon. Craft Sales - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, Call Sandy Dubach for more information @ 620-441-1173. Open Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, 8am, $8pp, rental clubs available. Patio Sale - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 8am-Noon. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 14

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WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wttrgv.com MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8:30am, PARKS CALENDAR Non-denominational, Pastor Bob Kerr, all From pg. 13 Craft Show - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, Variety of vendors, Recreation Hall and Sundance Hall, breakfast available in Wagon Wheel Cafe. Mainstream Fun Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 10am. Country Jams - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, Noon-2:30pm. Open Jam - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 12:30-3pm, Lunch served at 11am. Jam - Weslaco Trailer Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, lunch served from 11am to 12:30pm. Auction - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 1-3pm, ballroom on west side, no food will be served. Big Band Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2-4pm. Karaoke - Golden Grove RV Park, Mission, 2-4pm, coffee, donations. Karaoke - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 3-6pm. Country Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 6-8:30pm, Light lunch during break, 50/50 ticket sales. Jam - Mission Gardens Resort, Mission, 6pm. Dance - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7-10pm, Travis Country, $5, free popcorn, set-ups & ice available, singles welcome. Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Andy & Brenda Coin, $5pp, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Dance - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7-10pm, R.C. & J, $5pp. Entertainmen Dance - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 7pm, DJ Ruben Dance/Karaoke, no charge. Bill Chrastil - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 7pm, $6pp. Ralph and the Cruisers Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, dance is sponsored by Enchanted Valley Ranch, Pleasant Valley Ranch and Sleepy Valley Ranch, $10pp and are available from activity directors at all 3 parks. This dance is a Prom Night theme dance, formal dress is optional, pictures will be available, doors open at 6pm, BYOB and snacks. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7-10pm, Dixon Company Band, $5 donation at the door, setup and popcorn are provided. Entertainment - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 7pm, J.C. Harrison, country/western, $6pp. Heart to Heart Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, $5pp. Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7:30-10:30pm, HWY 100, $5pp, BYOB, ice provided. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7:30pm, Gold Wing Express, ice cream and ticket sale begin at 6pm, tickets up to $7. Sunday, January 4 Open Golf El Nino Course - Mission West Resort, 8am, $8pp, rental clubs available. Church Services - Rio Valley Estates

welcome. Non-denominational Church Service Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 8:30am, Pastor Jesse Hernandez, bible study follows the service. Church Service - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:45-9:45am. Church Service - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 8:45am, Non-denominational church service, Pastor Robert Kracht, communion first Sunday of each month, everyone welcome. Church - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 9-10am, Non-denominational Pastor Friesby. Church Service - Chimney Park, Mission, 9-10am, Join us for church services, stay for coffee and cookies after the service. Non-Denomination Chapel Service - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am. Church Services- Non-denominational Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am. Church Service - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 9am. Non-denominational Church Service Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9am, Pastor Brian Dent. Non-denominational Worship Service Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 9-10am, coffee 8:30am, Pastor Jim Troutman. Non-denominational Church Service - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9-10am, Pastor Bob Pueblos. Church Service - Carefree Valley Resort, Harlingen, 9am. Village Chapel, Non-denominational Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 9am, Chaplain Don Hickman. Non-denominational Church Service - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 9am, Pastor Cameron Gillet, fellowship hour at 8:30am with coffee. Church Service - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 9:15-10:15am. Non-denominational Church Services Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:30am. Church - Fountain at Peñitas RV Park, Peñitas, 9:30-10:30am, Rev. James L. Gebhart. Church Service - Lakewood RV Resort , Harlingen, 9:30am, Non-denominational in Hall B. Church Sevice - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:30-10:30am, Non-denominational, Pastor Tom Shouse, everyone welcome. Non-denominational Worship Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30-10:30am, Join us for a time of singing, worship and fellowship in the Main Hall, Dr. Gerald Parriott will be giving a message, everyone welcome, coffee fellowship following the service. Church Service - Casa del Sol, Donna, 9:30-10:30am, Non-denominational service with choir. Church Services - Mission West Resort, 10am. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 15

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From pg. 14 Non-denominational Church Service Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Recreational hall, Sunshine Ministries. Church Service - Paradise Park, Pharr, 10-11am, Non-denominational services. Church Service - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 10-11am, Service with Pastor Don Ballew, refreshments and social time following service. Church Service - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 10:15am, Pastor Dave Tabler. Church Service-LCMS Traditional Lutheran Service - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30am, Pastor Tom Hedtke. Jam - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 1-3pm. Gospel Jams - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 1-3pm. Cards - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1-5pm, Bridge, fee. Gospel Jam - Mission West Resort, 1:30-3:30pm, Snacks available. Punches Family Show - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 1:30pm, $5pp, Recreation Hall. Country Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 1:30-3:30pm, all welcome, refreshments served at break, come have fun with us. Sunday Jams - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1:30-3:30pm, Main Hall. Country Jam - Carefree Valley Resort, Harlingen, 2-4pm. Gold Wing Express Show - Enchanted

Karaoke - Quiet Village II, Donna, 2-4pm, BYOB, bring snacks, pop and water for sale. Sunday Night Ice Cream Social, Hymn Sings & Entertainment - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 5-7pm, Recreational Hall, $1.50 per scoop. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 5:30pm, Home cooked meals are served from 4pm to 5:30pm. Jam Session - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 6-8pm. Karaoke - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 6-8:30pm. Entertainment - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6pm, Jim Greeninger Master Guitar, $5pp, Main Hall. Entertainment - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 6:30-7:45pm, Goldwing Express, $5pp. Show - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 6:30-8pm, Betty Rydell, $5pp at the door. Jam - Tip Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6:30pm, everyone welcome. Entertainment - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7-9pm, Featuring Bill Chrastil, open to the public, $6, for info 269-5996845. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, John Sager, $6pp. Entertaiment - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7pm, The Punches. Movies - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-8:30pm, Free movies, snack bar opens

each week. Entertainment - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 7-9pm, Jason Warlow, $7pp, everyone welcome, buy tickets in advance or at door. Dance - W&I Resort, Mission, 7pm, Big John & His Spare Parts, ice cream and ticket sales begin at 6pm, please bring your own setup, ice will be available, canned pop will be sold. Sunday Evening Program - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, J.C. Harrison, traditional country, $6pp at the door. Entertainment - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 7pm, Solitaryman, $5pp. Entertainment - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 7pm, Amber Waves, $5pp. Entertainment - Encoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7pm, Greg Jones, $5pp. Monday, January 5 Craft Sales - Paradise Park, McAllen, 8-11:30am, Breakfast & lunch available. El Nino Golf Course Scramble - Mission West Resort, 9:30am, 9:30 am sign up, $10pp, 10am tee off, open to all golfers, men and women, rental clubs available. Pre-Jam Luncheon - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 11am-12:30pm, soup, sandwiches, homemade pie, drinks, everyone welcome. Lunch - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 11:30am-1pm, Tickets at the door,

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sion West Resort, Noon, $8pp, rental clubs available. Jam Sessions - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 12:30-3:30pm, come out & join us, everyone welcome, lunch available for $. Jams - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 12:303pm, Tammy & Jay, lunch at 11am. Country & Gospel Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm. Country Western Jam - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 1pm, Dance & Sing along. Country Jams - Sunwest Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, Everyone welcome. Country Western Jam - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 1-3:30pm, Refreshments at break, 50/50 drawings, everyone welcome. Jams - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 1-3pm, Jammers by invitation only, free admission, 50/50, snacks, coffee, cookies available, everyone welcome. Jams - Wagon City North, Mission, 1-3pm, coffee and cookies served. Yahoo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 1-2:30pm. Open Jams - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1-3pm, Country, free, Main Hall. Acoustic Bluegrass/Old Country/Gospel Jam - Yellow Rose RV, La Feria, 1:303:30pm, The musicians who play in this jam are by invitation only. Country Side Jam - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 1:30-3:30pm, concessions See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 16

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WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wttrgv.com Entertainment - Palm Shadows RV/MH PARKS CALENDAR Park, Donna, 7pm, Greg Jones, $5pp. From pg. 15 and sandwiches available starting at 12:15pm. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Diego Saurina, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Zumba - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 3-4pm. Hamburger Night - Mission West Resort, 3:30-5:30pm, Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, onion rings, fries, drinks and homemade pies. All You Can Eat Pancakes & French Toast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 4:30-6pm, sausage available. Potluck Dinner - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 5-6pm. Burgers (Before Bingo) - Paradise Park, McAllen, 5-6pm, $6pp. Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 5:30pm, Home cooked meals are served from 4pm to 5:30pm. Country Jam - Mission West Resort, 6-8:30pm, Snacks available. Jams - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 6pm, lunch served for a donation, come listen to the music. Gospel Jam - Carefree Valley Resort, Harlingen, 6-8pm. Country Jam - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 6-8pm. Entertainment - Heritage Square, Mission, 6pm, Farnum Family, $7pp atd, refreshments available.

Entertainment - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7pm, The Jacob Austin Band, $6pp. Comedy and Music Show - Orange Grove RV Park, Edinburg, 7pm, Bernie & Red, $6pp, limited space available. Entertainment - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 7-9pm, Leslie Blasing, $6pp. Entertainment - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 7-8:30pm, Freddie & Sheila Pelletier, $5pp, coffee/cookies. Dance - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7-9:30pm, Diego, $5pp, set-ups available, free popcorn. Tuesday, January 6 Entertainment - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, Full Quiver Band. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, Texas Country Band, Louis Gomez, $5pp. Craft Show & Sales - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 8am-Noon, lunch available. Beginning Line Dancing - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9-11am, Free. Vendor Show - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 9-11am, W Ballroom, door prizes. Church Services - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am. Lunch Jams - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 11am-2pm, Lunch will be served from 11am to Noon, Jam begins at Noon until 2pm. Open Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, Noon, $8pp, rental clubs See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 17

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available. Jam Session - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, Noon-2pm, North Hall, lunch served. Music Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 1-3:30pm, Lunch served 11:30am1pm. Jam - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1pm, Hosted by Ray & Gynger, Oleander’s famous cake at half time, 50/50 raffle. Jam Session - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 1pm, Hall B. Jams - Paradise Park, McAllen, 1-3pm, Lunch available 11:30am-1pm, everyone welcome. Open Jam - Magnolia Park, Donna, 1-3pm, Lunch available at 11:30am. Bluegrass Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1pm. Jam - Golden Grove RV Park, Mission, 1-2:30pm, snacks & coffee provided at break, donation, please park on roadway. Rock and Roll Jam - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 1-2:30pm. Jam - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Marion Price, coffee/cookies. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Lynn Dvorak, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3:30-5pm, Diego, pass the bucket, popcorn & soda for sale, BYOB. Country Jam and Pre-Meal - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-8pm, Pre jam meal begins at 4pm and jam begins at 5:30pm. Brats, etc. - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 4-6pm, menu price. Jam - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 6-9pm, Bring your instrument and/or voice, and enjoy a fun night out. Country Jam - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 6pm, no charge, all welcome. Bingo - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 6:30-9pm, Recreational Hall, cards go on sale at 6:30pm. Country Jam’s - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 6:30pm, 50/50 tickets sold, public and jammer’s are welcomed. Entertainment - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 6:30pm, Dixon & Company Band, $5pp. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Demin & Diamonds, $6pp. Entertainment - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Punches Family, $6pp. Freddie & Sheila Variety Show - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 7pm, Great music & clogging, $5pp. Entertainment - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7pm, J.C. Harrisson, $6pp, advanced tickets available, concessions available. Bingo - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9pm, Food served at 5:30pm, snack bar open during bingo. Bingo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission,

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Wednesday, January 7 Mainstream w/Plus Tips - Alamo RecVeh Park, 7:30pm. Spaghetti Dinner - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, advance sale, at park, $7.00, BYO serv. Homemade Donuts - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-8:30am. Pancake Breakfast - Palmera Heights Park, La Feria, 7:30-9am. Craft Fair - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 8am-Noon, all welcome. Arts & Craft Bazaar - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, lunch served, bake sale, pie & coffee. Inter-denominational Church Service San Juan Gardens, 8:45am, Pastor Conrad Barnom, public is welcome to attend our service. Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 9am, Bluegrass Jam, coffee and homemade goodies served. El Nino Golf Course Scramble - Mission West Resort, 9:30am, 9:30am sign up, 10am tee off, $10pp, open to all golfers, men and women, rental clubs available. Open Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, Noon, $8pp, rental clubs available. Cards - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, Noon-4:30pm, Bridge, fee. Craft Fair Lunch - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, Noon, menu price. Open Jam - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2pm, Recreational hall, everyone welcome, lunch and concessions available. Music Jam - Paradise Park, Pharr, 12:30-3pm, Lunch served 11am, all musicians welcome. Jams - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm. Here Jazz Here - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 1:30-3:30pm, join in on the fun if you want to dance or just listen to a variety of Big Band music, concessions available. Big Band Jams - Valley View Estates, Mission, 2-4pm, Coffee and cookies will be served and 50/50 tickets available for purchase. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, County Line Band, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Zumba - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 3-4pm. Pancake/Biscuit & Sausage Gravy Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:306pm, all the pancakes or biscuits & sausage gravy you care to eat $3pp, also serving cook-to-order eggs, sausage, applesauce, .25 cents each. 1015 Sunshine Karaoke - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 5:30pm. Circle T Jam - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 6-9pm, chili dogs, hot dogs, and ice cream served from 4:30-5:45pm, everyone welcome, coffee and cookies served. Entertainment - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 6:30-8pm, The Punches Family, $5pp, popcorn & soda for sale. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 18

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From pg. 17 Rock & Roll Night - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, “Going Back” Band, $5pp. Dance - Mission West Resort, 7-10pm, Travis Country, $5pp, snacks available. Karaoke - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7pm. Bingo - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 7-9pm. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Bottomline Band, singles welcome, BYOB. Dance - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Diego, $5pp. Entertainment - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Jackson Haney, $5pp, doors open at 6pm. Old Time Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, RCJ Band, $5pp. Gold Wing Express - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 7-9pm, $6pp at the door, serving hot sandwiches and concessions at 5:30pm. Entertainment - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7pm, Denim & Diamonds Show, $6 donation. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7-9pm, Jay & Tammy Roy. Joy Norris & Country Sunshine Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7pm, $5pp.

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Thursday, January 8 Craft Sale - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 8am-Noon, Lunch available. Craft Show - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 8am-Noon, lunch 11:15am. Craft Show - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 8am-Noon. Blue Grass Jams - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 9-11am, 7:30-9am biscuits & gravy is served. Ladies Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, 9:30am, $8pp, rental clubs available. Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 10:15am. Pancake Breakfast - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 11am-1pm, pancakes, waffles, eggs, sausage, applesauce, and coffee every Thursday, BYOTS. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers & more. Open Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, Noon, $8pp, rental clubs available. Jam - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 12:30pm, lunch starts at 11:15am, all musicians and singers are welcome. Country & Western Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 12:30-3pm. Jam - W&I Resort, Mission, 1-3pm, Sloppy Joes and chips served from 11:30am to 12:30pm, cookies, bars, and popcorn are served. Jams - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, refreshments available. Rock N’ Roll Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm, Pre-Jam meal

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11:30am, Rock N’ Roll Jam at 1pm. Jams - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1-3pm, Big Band Jazz, fee. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Andy & Brenda Coin, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Cookout - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm, Cost $4.50 1/3lb Black Angus Burger or fresh grilled chicken breast w/steak fries and fresh cole slaw, tea or lemonade. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4pm, BYO bowl/utensils, $2pp, dessert for sale. Can/Am Happy Hour - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 4-6pm, Friendship hall, entertainment. Hamburgers - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 4-5:30pm, menu price. Jams - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 4pm, lunch served at 4 followed with Jam. Pancake Supper - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6:30pm, BYOTS. Rock & Roll Jam - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 6pm, no charge, all welcome. Bingo - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 6:30-9pm, Recreational hall, cards go on sale at 6:30pm. Welcome Back Winter Texans Dinner/ Dance - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 6:30-8pm, Walter Plant, residents only. Karaoke - Paradise Park, Pharr, 6:309pm, Snack bar open. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, pop, ice cream,

cookies and coffee available. Denim & Diamonds - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6:30pm. Entertainment - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Pausitive Band, $6pp. Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Jack Nelson, western dance, doors open at 6:30pm, $5pp, singles welcome, BYOB, free ice and popcorn, pop available, door prizes and spot dances. Betty Rydell - Carefree Valley Resort, Harlingen, 7-8pm, $4pp. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart Band, $5pp, Main Hall. Swing Street Big Band - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, $7pp. Dance - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, The Cruisers, $10pp in advance, popcorn, pop & ice available, BYOB. Patsy Cline by Rainey - Twin Palms RV Resort, Rio Hondo, 7-9pm, $6pp. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Texas Country Band. Friday, January 9 Craft Sale - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, Rolls & coffee in AM, full lunch served 11am to 12:30pm. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, Agency, $8pp. Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, Dixon & Co. Band. Pancake Breakfast - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7:30-9am. Craft Fair - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 19

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From pg. 18 Donna, 8am-Noon, lunch served. Blood Drive - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 8am-Noon, much needed and appreciated. Line Dancing/Intermediate & Advanced - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9-11am, Free. El Nino Golf Course Scramble - Mission West Resort, 9:30am, 9:30am sign up, 10am tee off, $10pp, open to all golfers, men and women, rental clubs available. Open Golf El Nino Golf Course - Mission West Resort, Noon, $8pp, rental clubs available. Jam Session - Casa del Sol, Donna, 12:30pm, Lunch available 11am to 12:30pm. Country Western Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, Lunch being served from 11:30am to 12:30pm for a small fee. Jam Session - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1pm, Gary Legrid, Jam Leader, coffee & cookies served. Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Variety Jam, 50/50 drawing, free, coffee and homemade goodies served. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3:30pm, All musicians are invited to come and play, dessert table offered, donations accepted. Polka Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3:30pm. Jam - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort

Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Ken Thompson & Brenda Coin, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Zumba - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 3-4pm. Happy Hour Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Andy & Brenda Cohn, pass the hat, BYOB or beer & wine at bar, free ice. Fish Fry with Entertainment - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 4-7pm, Happy hour and fish fry. Hamburger Night & Karaoke - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 5:30-10pm. Jam Session - Fountain at Peñitas RV Park, Peñitas, 6-8pm, Coffee and cookies served at break for donation. Karaoke with Jack & Brenda - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6:30pm, everyone welcome. Entertainment - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 6:30pm, Gold Wing Express, $5pp. Entertainment - Wintergreen Estates, Mission, 6:30pm, The Punches, $6pp. Dance - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Featuring The Cruisers, open to the public, advance tickets available, ice, mix, popcorn, 50/50 tickets and door prizes available, byob, ticket sales & info 956351-5856 or 269-385-3524. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Jealous Heart, $5pp. Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 29

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Dec. 31 – New Year’s Fireworks on the beach at 9:15 p.m. Dec. 31 – Fireworks at Louie’s Backyard to welcome New Year at 12 a.m. Best viewing between Palm and Swordfish on bayside. Dec. 31 – McAllen will hold it’s annual New Year’s Bash at Oval Park in front of the McAllen Convention Center. See the Laser Light Show and enjoy music on three stages. Jan. 1 – South Padre Island Polar Bear Dip at noon at Clayton’s Beach Bar. Jan. 1– South Padre Island Penguin Plunge into Gulf of Mexico at 2 p.m. at Boomerang Billy’s. Jan. 1-2 – Winter Texan Night Week at Killer Bees vs. Corpus Christi Rays. Buy one ticket for $7 and get one free. State Farm Arena, Hidalgo, 7:30 p.m. Call (956) 221-1575. Jan. 3 – Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park, 7200 Paredes Line Road, Brownsville, presents living history program from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call (956) 5412785 for information. Jan. 7 – RGV Activity Directors attend Entertainment Showcase at Park Place in Harlingen. Jan. 7-8 – McAllen International Travel Show will be held at the McAllen Conven-

tion Center, featuring live entertainment, prizes, booths with travel destinations and lots of fun. Admission is free. Jan. 8 – Jammin’ on Jackson Street with Vance Greek will be held at the Railroad Crossing, 101 E. Jackson Street, Harlingen, at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Jan. 8 – Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sun-t set Dr., McAllen, presents “Birding King Ranch” by Tom Langschied. Admission,i g $3. Jan. 10 – Little Graceland on HighwayG 100 in Los Fresnos, presents Elvis Festivall 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Gates open 9:30 a.m.t Museum open 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. For infor-T o mation call (956) 233-5482. Jan. 10 – A walking tour of Browns-i ville’s Old City Cemetery will be held at 1 p.m. Guests will meet at the old city Cem-w t etery on 6th Street. Jan. 10 – Port Isabel’s 31st Annualb Causeway Run and Fitness Walk will beC G held. Starts at 10 a.m. Jan. 10 to Feb. 7 – Mission Historicale Museum, 900 Doherty, will have its Annual Quilt Show. MHM is open Tues. to Fri. 10f a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1o p.m. Call (956) 580-8646 for more infor-a mation. Go by and vote for your favorited i See EVENTS CALENDARpg. 31

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Jan. 15 – Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr., McAllen, presents “South Texas Birds,” by Cliff Shackleford, Ornithologist, TPWD, 6 p.m. Admission: $3. Jan. 15 – Mission Historical Museum, 900 Doherty, will host a quilting techniques program at 2 p.m., free admission.

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the activities they are providing here in the Valley and some trips to other locations in Texas that may be of interest to Winter Texans. R&J Tours will be offering a similar service. For those who wish to venture into Mexico, the Turismo of San Luis Potosi, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas and Zacatecas will have booths offering opportunities to travel in their areas. The McAllen Passport Division will be there to advise travelers of what they need before traveling internationally. A Mexican Artisan Expo will be held in conjunction with the travel show on Jan. 7-8. Over 80 artists from Mexico will be displaying all kinds of products made in Mexico ranging from pottery and children’s toys to salsa. On Jan. 9 this show will move to the McAllen Creative Incubator located at 601 N. Main. There will be a full line-up of entertainment including “Experience the Mind Magic and Mystery of David Sage” Gary (Gomer) & Patsy Crain, David Saenz, “Strings, Keys & Harmony,” folkloric dancing and other entertainment.

From pg. 01 tending the show. Local cities will have representation, including Brownsville, Edinburg, Harlingen, Hidalgo, Mission, Port Isabel, Rio Grande City and South Padre Island, to let visitors know about the various activities offered in their communities. Dolphin Tours, Osprey Tours and other attractions on South Padre Island will have their own information booths. Other communities throughout Texas will also be present to tell visitors of places to visit in their communities as they travel back home. They include Alice, Amarillo, College Station (home of the President George Bush Sr. Library), Laredo and others from different parts of Texas. Oklahoma will have representatives from Chickasaw and Chocktaw Counties offering information on what Winter Texans can do there during their trips home or during the summer when they are traveling in their RVs. Go with Jo Tours will have a list of all

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Nebraska Winter Texan Breakfast A Nebraska Winter Texan Breakfast will be held Tuesday, Jan. 6, at the Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Loop, Pharr, at 8:30 a.m. No reservations required. For information call Ray Fink 402-733-8972 Activity Directors Meeting The RGV Activity Directors will meet Jan. 7 at 1 p.m. at Park Place Estates. Armstrong Rubber, Pirelli and Titan Retirees Retirees of Armstrong Rubber, Pirelli and Titan Tires will meet for lunch at Anne’s Restaurant, 221 W. Business 83 in San Juan on Wednesday, Jan. 7, at 11 a.m. For information call Dick Overholser at (515) 262-7791, or Al Ensley at (515) 3605992. Good Sam RV Club All members of the Good Sam RV Club will hold a rendezvous at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, at Peter Piper Pizza, 1043 Expressway 83, Alamo. For more information call Ray Fink at (402) 733-8972. Rio Grande Quilt Guild The Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild will meet Saturday, Jan. 10, at 9:30 a.m. at the South Texas College Auditorium in Weslaco. Call Floria Flores at (956) 648-4833. Bremer County, Iowa Residents of Bremer County, Iowa will

i c c have breakfast Jan. 9 at 8 a.m. at Danny’sl Restaurant, 122 W. Tom Landry, Mission.p For questions call Sam Smith at (319) 269-a a 9308. 6 Polish-American Club The Texas Rio Grande Polish-Americanc will meet Jan. 11 in Harlingen at 1:30 p.m. The event usually includes social time, aM meal and a short presentation of topics ofp Polish nationality and interest. Everyone( welcome. Please call Marion Janik at (956)s 212-2973 to make a reservation. The meet-c ing is at Emerald Grove RV Park on SE corner of Bass Blvd. and Bus. 83 in Har-a i lingen. ( Douglas County, Minnesota Residents of Douglas County, Minn.c will meet Jan. 13, at 12:30 p.m. at Ann’s Restaurant in San Juan. For informationT call Bernice Schmitz at (320) 420-1347. r Magic Valley Retirement P.E.O. Magic Valley Retirement P.E.O. Grouph will meet Tuesday, Jan. 13, at noon at they Echo Hotel, Edinburg. Lunch served at9 12:15 p.m. followed by meeting and pro-9 gram. For reservations call Lynne Kephart6 3 at (563) 419-1619. Upper Valley Home Owners Association a The Upper Valley Home Owners As-t a See REUNIONS pg.39 r

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From pg. 01 in the past. Most have some college education with 35.9 percent having attended college, while 31.5 percent have a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, graduate or professional degree. Approximately 87.6 percent of Winter Texans are in a two-person household with an average annual income of $59,000. About 63 percent of Winter Texans have an income in the range of $30,000 to $70,0000. Most Winter Texans come from the Midwestern states of Minnesota, (16.9 percent), Iowa, (13.1 percent) Wisconsin, (7.5 percent), Illinois, (6.9 percent), Missouri, (6.6 percent), Michigan, (5.6 percent) and Nebraska (3.2 Percent). Another 14.4 percent come from Canada with the majority coming from Ontario (49.5 percent), followed by Manitoba, (30.1 percent), Saskatchewan, (8.2 percent) and Quebec, (6.1 percent). Proportionally, the number of Winter Texans from Minnesota and Canada are rising. The typical Winter Texan in the survey has come to the Rio Grande Valley for 11.2 years, stayed an average of 133 days and 91 percent own a Valley residence. About 92.3 percent say they come for the climate, 66.4 percent come for the friendly people, 33.7 percent come for the social activities and 51.9 percent come for a winter vacation. Approximately 96.9 percent of those answering the survey say they intend to return next year and the only reason not to

The most popular activities for Winter Texans are attending festivals, visiting historical sites, attending music or jam sessions, visiting flea markets, and going to the beach. The contribution of the 53,000 Winter Texan households to the US/Valley economy was approximately $9640 for routine monthly expenditures and $3730 on major one-time purchases. This amounts to about $13,400 per household creating a direct economic impact of $710 million. Mexico is still a big draw for Winter Texans. Approximately 86.6 percent crossed the border at one time or another making an average of 5.3 trips across the border. They spent $92 to $170 per trip and had an impact of $31.4 million on the economy of Mexican border towns. Many choose to purchase prescription medicines at pharmacies in Mexico (49.5 percent bought $64.07 in medicine) and get dental work they cannot afford in the United States done in Mexico. Approximately 40.9 percent spent $197.08 on dental work. They enjoy a little shopping (75.8 percent spend an average of $38.74) and often have a meal (68.2 percent spent $25.86) before returning home. Most Winter Texans are 65 years old or older, and on average, they are getting older. The 2006 survey showed 9.8 percent of Winter Texans were younger than 60 but See SURVE7 pg. 37

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From pg. 35 the current survey shows only 2.7 percent are younger than 60. The level of education among Winter Texans is rising. This survey indicated 67.4 percent of Winter Texans have a graduate or professional degree or some college credit. Most Winter Texans own their own homes, mobile homes or RVs in the Rio Grande Valley. Approximately 50.7 percent own a mobile home, 34 percent own an RV, 5.6 percent own a house, and 0.7 percent own a condo. In 2014 Winter Texans spent more on automobiles, houses/condos, furniture and RVs, plus major appliances but less on mobile homes, medical costs, property appliances, electronics and travel tours. On average, they spent 4.6 percent less on major purchases than was spent in 2006. Music seems to be a big draw for Winter Texans. Approximately 40.8 percent of Winter Texans participated in jams by attending or playing often. Another 48.6 percent said they sometimes attended jams. Flea markets were another popular attraction. Approximately 38.2 percent of Winter Texans visit them regularly while another 59.6 percent make occasional vis-

ans enjoy bicycling frequently while another 34.9 percent bike occasionally, whether it is a group ride from their parks, rides in the nature centers or simply riding on their own. Dancing is a favorite type of exercise, whether it is square dancing, round dancing or line dancing with callers, or attending dances in the parks. Approximately 30.6 percent of Winter Texans participate in dances frequently while another 36.4 percent participate sometimes. The Rio Grande Valley has some very nice golf courses with economical prices. Approximately 23.9 percent of Winter Texans golf frequently while another 14.8 percent golf sometimes. Crafting is another popular pastime for Winter Texans. Many parks have their own quilting bees. Larger parks offer art and pottery lessons, stained glass and woodcarving classes. Some even offer lapidary shops with a silversmith shop attached. Approximately 17.3 percent of winter residents work with crafts often, while 45 percent take part occasionally. The World Birding Center with its nine satellite centers across the Valley is a big attraction among Winter Texans, along with the Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two wildlife refuges, a

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12.3 percent of Winter Texans visit these attractions often while another 67.7 percent make occasional visits to these sites. Approximately 7.2 percent Winter Texans are avid birders while another 44 percent have made at least one birding trip. The Gulf of Mexico and South Padre Island attractions have a special appeal to many Mid-Westerners. Approximately 12.7 percent of Winter Texans enjoy the beach often while another 76.6 percent visit while they are in the Valley. Only 10.7 percent of Winter Texans say the beach has no draw for them. While only 4.4 percent of Winter Texans fish often, at least 30.5 percent have done so at least once while in the Valley. Approximately 11.2 percent of Winter Texans enjoy visiting historic sites. Another 78.2 percent of Winter Texans has visited at least one historic site In the Rio Grande Valley. The Gladys Porter Zoo in Brownsville is another attraction that gets visits from Winter Texans. Only 2.2 percent of Winter Texans make regular visits to the zoo but 52.5 percent of all Winter Texans have made at least one visit to the zoo. While the number of people who travel into the interior of Mexico is down from other years, there has been an increase in

cities of Corpus Christi, San Antonio and Galveston and other locations in Texas. While only 2.2 percent of the Winter Texans take these trips regularly, 63.6 percent of all Winter Texans have participated in at least one travel tour while living in the Rio Grande Valley. Other draws include the local museums. While 5.5 percent of Winter Texans regularly visit museums, a total of 70.9 percent have visited a local museum at least one. Local libraries are a great attraction. About 11.2 percent of Winter Texans use them regularly while 52.5 percent use them occasionally. Sports like the local Winter Texan softball leagues are very important to 2.2 percent of Winter Texans while another five percent participate at some time. Most Winter Texans enjoy at least one festival while spending their winter in the Rio Grande Valley. Events such as the Festival of Lights in Hidalgo and the Texas Citrus Fiesta in Mission attract thousands of Winter Texans each year. BorderFest in Hidalgo and the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show in Mercedes, and other events also attract many winter visitors. Approximately 17.3 percent of Winter See SURVEY pg. 39

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their music and talent. Admission is free to the public so that everyone can enjoy the rich culture and arts that are a part of the history our area shares with Mexico.c The schedule for this event is as follows:e Jan. 7-8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Travelt Show; Jan. 9-10, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.,a and Jan. 11, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at theh McAllen Creative Incubator. h t c o b Downtown Harlingen announces walking tours on Saturday mornings, except forb first Saturday Market Days, beginning Dec.g 13 and continuing through Mar. 28. The walking tours depart from Java Café, 204fi E. Jackson, at 9 a.m. and last approximatelyw 90 minutes. The tours are free and open ton the public. Participants should wear com-r fortable walking shoes, dress for the weath-p er, and come prepared to have fun. t Tour participants will hear about frontier days, mid-century boom times, and modernt Harlingen. The tour guide will provide in-o sight to the city’s past nicknames, “Rattle-M snake Junction,” “Six Shooter Junction,”t and “Howlin’ Gin,” and explain how icea made Harlingen famous. Participants learnz which Jackson Street buildings were theb mortuary, the Woolworth’s store, the Pigglyw Wiggly, and more. The tour also includesc stops at several larger-than-life-size muralsc and the city’s smallest park. t f

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From pg. 01 coral reef with colorful fish. Another houses a giant sea turtle on loan from Sea Turtle, Inc. where it underwent rehabilitation after being found with an injury. Jellyfish have a tank of their own. Other exhibits teach about the marine habitat found in the local resacas that run through Brownsville. From turtles to giant catfish, these are the creatures the residents of Brownsville may encounter. Look for bass, soft-shell crabs and snapping turtles. Another small tank has fish that have been introduced into the area, such as Angelfish. Barrera said many people buy these fish for their aquariums but release them when they grow too big. Although they are not native to the area, so many have been released they now have a large enough population that they may easily be seen in the area. In addition to the new aquatics center, the new South Texas Discovery Center opened in November. According to Emma Mitchell who is coordinator for the center, there is 396 percent more educational space for the projects conducted at the zoo. The center can also be rented for birthday parties or other special events. It will be used for the annual Summer Safari classes that are offered each year so that children who are out of school can spend time learning more about the animals found in the zoo.

Snake and the Texas Bull Snake on one side. The other display cases show a variety of Texas critters including the Dung Beetles, the Texas Tarantula, the Texas Giant Millipede, the Texas Bark Scorpion and the Giant Vinegardon. The exhibit hall also features bio facts about the indigenous live animals on display. There is a display of cacti and of local seeds and weeds. Mitchell explained, in areas prone to drought, animals need more protection so the plants tend to have stickers and thorns to protect them. The drier the climate, the thornier the habitat. Gladys Porter Zoo is located in the center of Brownsville on 26 acres of land filled with tropical plants. It is home to over 1600 animals. Because of its tropical location, it has had a great deal of success with breeding exotic animals because the temperatures and conditions in the Rio Grande Valley are very similar to the native habitats of some of those animals. The zoo is divided into islands separated by resacas so many of the animals can be seen in what resembles their natural habitat. Animals of Africa, Asia, Tropical America and Indo-Australia can be found at the zoo. The zoo has a nursery to care for its newborn animals, a petting zoo, a free-

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From pg. 37 Texans go to festivals around the Valley often. Another 72.8 percent enjoy going to at least one festival during their stay. There are many factors that affect the Winter Texan population. One is the US economy where fewer young people are willing to retire and spend their savings traveling to a winter paradise. From a high in 2009 when the Winter Texan impact was $803 million, there has been a decline to 2014â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $710 million. Survey results show the current Winter Texan population is aging, but local chambers of commerce, RV resorts and businesses are working together through the South Texas Coop to reinstitute a coordinated marketing campaign to help attract newly retired couples to come to the Rio Grande Valley.

From pg. 34 sociation will meet Wednesday, Jan 14, at Twin Lakes RV Park, 301 N Shary Rd., at 9 a.m. for tax purposes. Treasure Lake Treasure Lake Resort in Branson Missouri will have a Winter Texan Reunion Wednesday, Feb. 4, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Victoria lams Restaurant in Donna. Buffet is $15. Reservations and payment due by Jan. 16. Call Georgetta at (314) 5402497 or Deb at (816) 590-2350.

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From pg. 29 7pm, Bernie & Red, $8pp reserved, $6pp non-reserved. Entertainment - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, Farnum Family, $5pp. Entertainment - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7-9pm, Southern Anthem Family Band, doors open at 6pm, popcorn, ice cream bars and soft drinks available. For more information call Gayle, 956-969-3558. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Travis Country, $5pp, popcorn & soda for sale, BYOB. John Sager Show - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-9pm. Welcome Back Dance - Encoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Walter Plant, $5pp, BYOB. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Louis Long & The Drifters, $5pp.

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2001 FORD 250 Dully Pickup, Diesel, 4dr, auto, air, $17,000, 956-458-7283. 1985 BUICK LASABRE Limited Collectors Edition, 4dr, fully loaded, V8/5.0 Liter, 80k, $1,000, 720-436-9852. MERCEDES BENZ 1927, 1985 Chevy Engine 14300ML red good condition, 956-2304500, antique plate, $7,500. 2011 JEEP LIBERTY, ready to tow, all leather, low miles, new tires, asking $14,900 obo. Call 936-933-0875. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, and cars. I’ll make you

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tras, $28,500 or best offer, 479-253-1527. 2011 39FT MONTANA, 5th Wheel, 5 slides, king bed, double frig, 2a/c’s, fireplace, 2 tv’s, 731-707-0155. JAYCO 277 1998, very good condition, many new upgrades, new tires plus more, 269-355-0946 or 616-212-3616. 2009 HEARTLAND BIG Country fifth wheel, 4 slides, king size sleep number bed, 2 ac, electric awning, $18,500 negotiable, 956202-1517. 2004 33FT OPEN Road 5th wheel. First used FIFTH WHEELS 2008, two slides, rear kitchen, stylish cabi2007 36’ SELECT Suite RK3, 3 slides, 2 air nets, furnished, excellent tires, many extras, con, fireplace, propane generator, thermo located in Victoria Palms, $12,500, 330windows, cherry wood interior, lots of ex- 224-1746. 2004 38 FOOT Fifth Wheel, very clean, purchased from original owner, by a foot longer than most, 2 air units, new water heater & toilet and good tires, Dixieland Park in Harlingen, 3 slides, washer, dryer and lazy boys, frig, 32 inch flat screen, bargain price at $10,995, 218-841-4863. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956-9293842. TEXAS TRADER RV will buy your RV! Trailers, 5th wheels, park models, cars and trucks, call Mark 956-797-3000. COMPLETE RV SERVICE center! Texas Traders RV has all your RV parts and service needs, warranty’s, insurance claims and all

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H 1 1997 PARK MODEL, Leisure World, Wesla-l co, Texas, $1,125, plus electricity and water,F 956-975-6607. b WESLACO, QUIET AND secure, 1/1 onF landlords, 1-acre lot. Fully furnished, cable,( wi-fi, utilities included, $695 monthly, 956-V 373-6117. T 12X34 UNIT WITH open deck and screened$ porch, pictures at http://AshGroveRVPark.2 com, Harlingen. 1 RENT RV/PARK model lot in a 55+ & Win-b ter Texan community, laundry, rec hall, plus,b Mission, Tx., 956-682-7495. m ARE YOU OR a friend still looking for a rentalP in beautiful South Texas? We have 2 rentalsE still available. Please call Janice at 956-968-h 8242 or Melissa at 956-585-5381 or Rosie$ at 956-425-6707. g B H FOR SALE p FOR SALE INDIAN and Wheat Pennies,p all years, Indian one complete book, sec-c ond book missing 3, 800+ Indian, 5000+H Wheats, 956-566-4356. m 2000 KENWORTH T2000 RV Hauler, 10u speed auto shift, 593,000 miles, refrigerator, 2 12-way air seats, call 956-566-4882.

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for anything... for everything...WANT ADS FOR SALE...cont. HIDALGO, LAKE TEXANO, nice furnished, 16X60 M.H. w/22X12 screen room, come look, motivated seller, 618-204-1686. FOR SALE VERY nice portable massage table, $100, 956-648-5525. FOR SALE, MUST sell 2 lots, 50X160 each, (3 camper pads) w/30X32 metal RV garage, Village Grove 55+ Development, Donna, TX, electric water, sprinklers, etc., asking $68,000 OBO, 512-771-9859 or 512-7512767. 120 BASE PIANO accordion, 2pc. kustum base amplifier, Dobro guitar, Casio keyboard, crate amplifier, wulitzer fun machine, many household items, 2741 Ashley Drive, Plantation Park, Pharr, 956-685-1971. EASY RIDE GOLF Cars, lots of gas Yamahas sale or rent gas, 2012’s $3,800, 2011’s $3,300, 2010’s $3,100, 2010 electric pds ez go $2,000, call 956-580-3370. BEAUTIFUL 2002 4-SLIDE Champagne Hitchiker on golf course in Mercedes, with pool, Jacuzzi and storage building, complete, $29,995, contact dwilsie@hotmail. com, 501-318-8275. HAVE YOUR OWN Ranchette in this community south of Weslaco, two acres, contact us at 956-212-2606.

some furniture, appliances, $41,000, 956821-7199. DESIRABLE GREENGATE GROVE addition, 3 FAMILY GARAGE sale, 1240 E. Bus 83, Lot 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 walk in closets, hand2, January 8 & January 9, 8am-4pm, cloth- icapped accessible, completely furnished, ing, furniture & misc. new roof, freshly painted, covered patio, workshop/storage w/separate electrical panel, 1,215 sq. ft., $75,000, 918-261-0033. HEALTH RV SITE, BEAUTIFUL, gated retirement vilSTOP KNEE PAIN now without surgery! For lage, 40X90 lot size, 12X20 fully finished free details call 956-269-9521. Coach house, contact 719-330-7370 for complete details.

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PART TIME & FULL time servers, bar tenders and kitchen helpers needed, Riverside Club 214 E. Chimney Road Mission, call 956-581-1033 ask for Jennifer. WORKAMPERS AND MANAGEMENT needed. If you give us 22 hours per week, we will give you and RV site and $100 per month worth of electricity in our RV resorts. Management are salaried positions. Please call Nora at 956-399-8694.

HOMES FOR SALE ALADDIN VILLAS, MISSION, 55+ community, 1,508 sqft, brick, 2 large bedrooms, 2 bath, open kitchen dining living room, garage, $118,000, 956-360-9192. CONDO, 2 BEDROOM, 1 1/2 bath, very nice, 55+ community, owner financing available,

MISCELLANEOUS MUSICIANS SWAP MEET, Siesta Village, Weslaco, January 21 and February 18, 124pm, Bluegrass Jam to follow, fwuncer@ hotmail.com, 956-246-3866.

MOBILE HOMES HIDALGO, LAKE TEXANO, nice furnished, 16X60 M.H. w/22X12 screen room, come look, motivated seller, 618-204-1686. FURNISHED 14X70 MOBILE, 2 bed, 2 bath, sun porch, 2 lots, double garage, handicap accessible, $59,900, Zapata, 641-456-8463. 16X46 MOBILE HOME, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, front kitchen, must see to appreciate, gated community, 55+, 1901 North Glasscock Rd., Lot 115, Mission, 612-209-3753.

OWN YOUR OWN lot gated 55+ park, 1,600 sq. ft., double wide + 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 2+ car garage, new roof/siding, call 956-7818453 for appointment. 16X40 TOTALLY FURNISHED mobile home, covered porch, shed, lot rent paid 2014-15, move in ready, Pleasant Valley, lot 33. 580695-1039. 2002 CLAYTON HOME, 16X76, 2b/2b, Texas room, laundry & shed, in gated park, very nice, 989-292-0006 or 989-593-2649. 14X56 SCHULT MOBILE home in Texas Trails, 55+ park, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, double windows which reduces energy costs, fully furnished, oversized attached shed, carport, full cement pad, close to clubhouse, 956787-7350. 14X72 MOBILE TURNKEY, gated, Alamo 55+ park, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, garage, new flooring, 253-678-7709. MOBILE HOME AND lot, 2br/2b, 14’X52’ in Edinburg 55+ park, home is furnished and interior and exterior newly remodeled, $44,500, 218-464-3809. 14X70, 2BR/2BATH, older model, excellent shape, new plumbing, 2nd roof, fully furnished in 55+ park, $15,000 OBO, 956-9690298. 1983 MALLARD 14X60, Texas room, new heat & air, furnished, Rio Valley Estates lot #223, Weslaco, TX, $15,000 OBO, 270-9630930.

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14X60, REMODELED, ALL elec., 2b, 1ba, attached screened-in lockable garage, Texas room, steel roof, new cabinets, floor, heat/ air unit outside, exc. cond., located at Four Seasons Park lot 507, can be moved, asking $19,900, negotiable, make an offer, motivated seller, 956-545-2010. 14’X60’ MOBILE HOME in Harlingen, 2b, 1 bath, fully furnished, new 4 years ago, storage shed, $16,500, 507-429-6509. WINTERGREEN ESTATES, MISSION, 14X66 mobile home and lot with Texas room, two drives, shed, furnished, 55+ park, 956-3427680. FURNISHED 16X66 MOBILE with shed and yard, in gated park, 937-725-3589. 16X66 WELL MAINTAINED mobile home on cement slab, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, most contents included, a must see, located at Palmdale Resort #27, price $38,000, 956399-1290. 16X64 SOLITAIRE, 16.5X28 Texas room, screened porch, 10X12 shed pergola, 2br, 2bath, Southern Comfort Park, 956-2440140. PHARR SOUTH MOBILE Home Park, 55+ gated community. Privately owned homes & lots. Open house 1st Saturday & Sunday of the month, December thru April 1pm-4pm. Listing sheets available main lobby, for more

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2004 NEWMAR KOUNTRY Star, 3 slides, diesel, 36xxx, garaged during off season, tires, carpet, tv new 2012, $68,500, w/d new 2014, Tropic Winds lot 193, Harlingen, 417342-5601. 2004 WINNEBAGO JOURNEY, 34ft Diesel with Freightliner chassis, 6 speed Allison transmission, 330 Cat Diesel with 57,000 miles, 2 slides asking $65,900, cherry wood cabinets, 4 door refrigerator, sleep number queen bed, full body almond paint and much more, 641-753-3698. 2000 REXAIRE, 60,000 miles, 2 slides, good engine and tires, $21,000 OBO, 956519-9805. 2011 HOLIDAY RAMBLER Augusta B+25PSC E350, dinette slide, sleeps 4, queen bed, 13,660 miles, $50,000. 612-720-4192. 2003 DUTCH STAR, 40ft. triple slide out, 330CAT with 6 speed allison, diesel generator, solar, loaded with options. Newmar Factory fresh check-up, newer Michelin tires, batteries, flat screen, satellite, and on and on. No smoke, pets or shoes. A real cream puff. 65K miles, asking $72,000, 218-3405059. 2002 3655 NATIONAL Dolphin, 2 slides, x-cond, Chev Workhorse, 24,000 miles, loaded with opts., $30,000, call 563-370-

2004 SUZUKI 650 Burgman with sidecar, 15,000 miles, $4,000 OBO, 2009 Suzuki 650 Burgman, 5,000 miles, $5,500 OBO, 270-963-0930.

PARK MODELS 12X34 VILLA ROYAL with full length patio, 8X10 shed, washer and dryer, tools 12X20 carport in gated park, 913-706-4409. 12X33’ 2004 FRANKLIN park model, own land, carport, 2 sheds, 1 for golf cart, corner lot 35’X60’, all cement, new furniture, new wood floor, Quiet Village II, Lot 196, Donna, Texas 612-916-1576 or 218-252-0195. 2002 PALM HARBOR Homes, 16X68, 2 bedroom, gated RV park, Pharr, Texas, 7 miles from McAllen airport, fully furnished, cleaned and ready to move in, all major appliances, queen bed, tv, etc...$55,000 OBO, serious inquiries only. Viewing, Dona 956358-2812, questions/offers, David 814-3988649, photos via email. ONE BEDROOM, TEXAS room, nice size kitchen, new metal roof, central a/c heat, large shed, asking $10,000, 918-808-1081. I PAY CASH for your travel trailers, park models, fifth wheels, and cars. I’ll make you a good deal. Call Jerry Garcia at 956-9293842.

TEXAS TRADER RV will buy your RV! Trailers, 5th wheels, park models, car and trucks, call Mark 956-797-3000. COMPLETE RV SERVICE center! TexasM Trader RV has all your RV parts and servicen needs, warranty’s, insurance claims and allN other RV service needs. Call Juan today for$ S free estimate, 956-797-3000. G s SERVICES P TRUEROOFING AND CONSTRUCTIONy -SHINGLE, metal, vinyl siding, awnings, decks, additions, windows, paint, -insured-, FREE Roof Inspection, 956-884-1688. REPAIR OF AQUA Hot Controller andF Dometic Four Button thermostats. Call JimT 5 at Frerichs Electronics, 308-440-5154. APPLIANCE REPAIR, MOST brands, handy-2 man, plumbing and electrical repairs, over8 l 55 years of experience, 956-584-7817. JALISCO’S, WE HAVE used tires and wew fix flats, for information call 956-843-2406o or stop by at 2401 E. Hwy 281 Hidalgo, TXR l 78577. WELCOME HOME, ROSCOE & Glenn’sa Bikes & Trikes. Sales, repairs & parts, hoursg 9am-3pm M-F, Saturdays by appointment,I closed Sundays, Roscoe 956-270-2679,m a Glenn 956-529-8804. MOBILE RV SERVICE 4U. General repairs/3 maintenance. RVIA certified; licensed, in-T sured. Call Revel 715-296-5036, www.mo-e t bileservice4u.com. C T n o f

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