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Tickets still available for Red Hat Festival of Tables

Jan Bergman still has a few tickets left for the Red Hat Society’s’ popular Festival of Tables, a Valley-wide event to be held Tuesday, Feb. 9 at Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Loop, in Pharr. This special event includes 40 tables all set with different settings. Some tables may be set with beachware while other might be western, Indian, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter or a host of other different themes. Each table setting is being hosted by a different Red Hat Society in the Rio Grande Valley. See RED HATS pg. 37

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Twin Lakes RV Park creates comical float

By Kathy Olivarez Twin Lakes RV Park in Mission is one of several parks in the area that have been regular participants in the Texas Citrus Fiesta, building floats for the Parade of Oranges each year. This year is no exception as a team of park residents have been busily preparing for this Saturday’s parade. This year’s Parade of Oranges will start at 3 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 30 at the intersection of Conway Avenue and FM 495 (Griffin Pkwy.) and move south along Conway to 4th Street in downtown Mission. Spectators usually arrive a couple of hours early (or more) to pick out a good vantage spot to watch the parade, as tens of thousands of people line the streets every year to watch the most spectacular parade in the Rio Grande Valley. The parade is composed of locally constructed floats and many other entries, including bands and dance teams – and Winter Texans who show parade-goers they sure know how to have fun and liven up the party! For the float-building competition, there are two Winter Texan categories for Jim Booth is hard at work building Snoopy’s Doghouse for the Twin Lakes RV Park See TWIN LAKES pg. 23 float for Saturday’s Parade of Oranges in Mission.

Ladies love being part of Magic Valley Chorus

Kite Fest returns to SPI, Feb. 5-7

B&S Kites on South Padre Island, owned by Bill, Susie and John Doan, will host the 2016 SPI Kite Fest Feb. 5, 6 and 7. Events begin with an indoor kite exhibition on Friday, Feb. 5, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the South Padre Island Convention Center. Skilled flyers from all over the U.S will be showing their kiteflying skills with choreographed performances to music. This is a must see part of the SPI Kite Fest. Admission to the indoor exhibition is $6, with advance tickets required. Seating is limited. Tickets are available only at B&S Kites (956) 761-1248. There will be demonstrations of assembling kits and getting them in the air. On Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 6-7, there will be a free outdoor kite exhibiSee KITE FEST pg. 37

Members of the Sweet Adelines Magic Valley Chorus rehearse for an upcoming performance.

By Brittany Asbury The Magic Valley Chorus is a singular chapter of Sweet Adelines International, created from an international group of ladies who gather in McAllen, Texas. The chorus is made up of Winter Texan ladies from Canada, Ireland, Switzerland, Texas, and all over the Midwest who come together every year to sing in a barbershop style all-female chorus. One of those Midwesterners is Sandy SEitz, of Wisconsin, who just took over as director of the chorus last November. Sandy says her qualifications as a director grew out of the five years she spent as a part of the Racine, Wis. chorus, from 1969 to1975. She was a part of the gold medal winners in the historic year of 1973, when Sweet Adelines International held their first National Chorus Competition. She said, “You learn so much, you can’t possibly forget.” Sandy has been a part of Sweet Adelines International for 23 years, See MAGIC VALLEY pg. 3

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www.wttrgv.com WINTER TEXAN TIMES JANUARY 28, 2016 03 baritone, which she says is the hardest part because barbershop singing is one of the learn more about the chorus and what they MAGIC VALLEY to sing because you’re filling in notes all few uniquely American art forms, like plan on doing next, check out their web-

From pg. 1 with the last 18 years as a member of the Magic Valley Chorus and one of its quartets. That quartet, Shades of Grey, is as unique as the chorus itself. This group has had the same four people from four different states for 17 years, which is a very unusual record for any quartet. They decided from the start that they weren’t going to compete, but they love to sing in the shows. Their bass is June Roembke, from Indiana; their lead is Pat Whitney, from Minnesota; their tenor is Marge Laverack from Michigan; and of course, Sandy is their baritone. Another baritone in the Magic Valley Chorus, Janet Doyle, is team coordinator for the chorus and has been singing with them for 19 years. She proves the rule that barbershop singers just pull each other into the music. An elementary school friend kept sending cards at Christmas, birthdays, holidays, asking over and over, “Are you singing yet?” until Janet joined the Magic Valley Chorus. It might have taken her a while to join the chorus, but Janet’s been singing since she was a child, through organized chorus in junior high, and church choir. Yet out of all the singing she has done, Janet thinks that “barbershop singing is better, because it’s all a-cappella, no instruments but the voice.” Her favorite thing about barbershop singing is the harmony. She started first as a

over the song. She then changed to sing lead, and just this year changed to singing bass, as it fits her voice better now. She laughed and added, “It was hard to relearn the music every time, because each part is so different…. I just had to go learn almost all the songs again.” Sandy and Janet are members of the two unique pieces that make up the Magic Valley Chorus. Sandy is a Winter Texan and is one of those who go back North for the summer, and Janet is a part of the 12 resident Texans who like to call themselves the “Summer Chorus.” The Summer Chorus only exists from May through early November, but they practice every week as usual, streaming the summer rehearsals live so that the chorus members up north can join in. The best part of these recorded practices is that any of the members can go back to the recording and sing along with it on their own time. But no matter where any of the members of the chorus live, they pour their time and energy into making the Magic Valley Chorus a living competitive force. Not only is the Chorus singing for Governor Greg Abbott on February 12, but they have also been preparing to compete in the regional chorus competition, “Swinging on a Star!” which is held in Houston on March 17-20 this year. The whole chorus is proud to be a part of the 45,000 women around the world who are a part of the Sweet Adelines organization,

Jazz, that has spread worldwide. Janet ex- site, magicvalleychorus.com, for the latest plained how women’s barbershop singing information. grew out of the wives of barbershopping men who “saw the men having so much fun while they only got to sit around and sew uniforms, so they started their own in the early 50s.” Ladies’ barbershop is the same as men’s barbershop, just an octave higher, and it’s lovely to hear the pure tones with songs from “Darkness in the Delta” to the hymn medley of “Little Brown Church.” Some of those songs will be a part of the Magic Valley Chorus’ annual spring show, which will be held at the PSJA Theatre in Pharr on Feb. 20, as well as a little earlier at their first show of the year “Affair of the Heart,” which will be at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church on Feb. 13. The Chorus also encourages everyone to come to the combined show that they will be putting on with the Magic Valley Men of A-Chord, the Senior Ambassadors, and the RGV Band on March 4 at Center Church (formerly Trinity Worship Center) in Pharr. The Magic Valley Chorus is full of ladies who love to sing and they are happy to sing for anyone who asks them. They also welcome anyone who is interested in joining the Magic Valley Chorus to come by their rehearsal, which is held Sandy Seitz every Monday from 7-10 p.m. in the muChorus Director sic room of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 301 W. Pecan, in McAllen. To

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Shazam! The Gomer and Patsy Show is back in RGV

Gary and Patsy Crain perform comedy and music in one great show. The show was voted 2015 Novelty or Comedy Act of the Year for the Valley Star Awards by Winter Texans in the Rio Grande Valley. Hear Gary perform realistic impersonations and jokes in the voices of Gomer, Barney Fife, Bill Clinton, and Mr. Haney from Green Acres, among others. Also hear his impersonation of Walter Brennan’s song, “Old Rivers.” A special appearance by Elvis’ cousin, Gomer P. Presley, in full Elvis costume, singing two Elvis songs in Elvis’ voice as Gomer interjects funny comments throughout the song. Patsy Crain performs the songs of Patsy Cline, Connie Francis and Nancy Sinatra and also performs duets with Gary of some of George Strait’s hits among oldies rock and roll, gospel and hits from the 50s. It’s a fun-filled evening and guests are guaranteed not to be bored. In 1962 Gary did his first impersonation of Crazy Guggenheim from the Jackie Gleason Show as a high school junior and part of the Junior Review at his high school to raise money for the Junior-Senior banquet. As a senior, one of the high school juniors performed Gomer Pyle. Gary saw him and thought he could do it too and added Gomer to his list of characters. He quickly mastered the good nature and innocent characteristics of Gomer Pyle who was first on the Andy Griffith Show and later had his own show. Gomer served him well in the military and he actually did some commercials for Armed Forces Radio in Spain using Gomer’s voice. He recently did some free commercials back home in Arkansas with a friend for fun and wants to pursue others in the future. In 1994, he met Keith Thibodeaux who played Little Ricky on “I Love Lucy.” Thibodeaux invited him to do some “Mayberry” events. They became friends and have done a number of shows together. In 2005, they performed together in Tuscaloosa, Alabama doing a benefit, Eagles Wings, for disabled persons. They performed singing “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” a capella where Keith harmonized with Gary. The show was a great success. Gary continued to do Mayberry events and did testimonials for churches as well. Gary has performed on stage with original cast members of Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. and the Andy Griffith Show as well as stars from the old classic westerns of the 50s. Their son, Grayson, who lives in Edinburg, encouraged him to come to the Rio Grande Valley and entertain in senior citizens parks. They first came down in 2008 and performed at the Entertainer’s Showcase for activity directors in RGV Winter Texan resorts. To their amazement they booked 58 shows the first year.

For the past eight years they have been entertaining in RGV. Gary’s wife, Teresa, joined him in the shows singing Patsy Cline’s music. She took the stage name, Patsy, because she sounds a bit like Patsy Cline when she sings. She also does a great Nancy Sinatra and Connie Francis. Patsy makes all of her costumes herself. In the summer of 2015 they performed at Fairfield Bay Resort in Fairfield, Arkansas, on Greer’s Ferry Lake, where they entertained the vacationers staying in the condos. They are planning on returning again this year from May to October. They have also performed at Treasure Lake RV Park in Branson. On April 23, they will be doing a big show in Tupelo, Mississippi for a children’s rehab center. The local sheriff looks like Barney Fife and does Fife impersonations so they will do something together during the show. Gary expects that to be a fun show and invited anyone in the area to come out and see it. Otherwise look for Gary (Gomer) and Patsy around the Rio Grande Valley through the end of February. The Gomer & Patsy Show can be seen Jan. 31 at Paradise South in Mercedes; Feb. 1, Palm Shadows, Donna; Feb. 4, Winter Ranch, Alamo; Feb. 11, Victoria Palms, Donna; Feb. 16, Southern Comfort, Weslaco; Feb. 24, Bentsen Grove, Mission; Feb. 28 Schlitterbahn Resort Hotel, South Padre Island; and Feb. 5, W&I Resort, Mission. All shows are at 7 p.m.

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Business Guide.................. Pg. 40 Classifieds.......................... Pg. 42 Coupon Index..................... Pg. 42 Events Calendar................. Pg. 27 Medical Services................ Pg. 34 Parks Calendar................... Pg. 10 Reunions & Meetings........ Pg. 32 Taste of the Valley.............. Pg. 24 WintertainersTM.................. Pg. 28

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David Church performs Hank Williams tribute “I cain’t help it if I’m still in love with you,” were the words of the immortal country singer, Hank Williams, one of the most popular classic country singers ever. Fans everywhere mourned his untimely death. No tribute artist sounds more like Hank Williams than David Church. When he sings Hanks Song, if the listener closes his or her eyes, they will think Hank is singing. Church’s physical build is a bit like Hank’s so he resembles Hank when he wears the suit and hat like Hank’s. He is widely recognized as number one tribute artist to Hank Williams. Church was born in Lancaster, Ohio, the youngest of 14 children into a musical family that enjoyed bluegrass and classic country music. Church’s ability to sound like Hank has made him the most requested performer on RFD TV, where he and his wife, Terri Lisa had performed for over 10 years. RFD TV has over 65 million viewers throughout the United States. This is true in spite of the fact he has never had a hit song of his own. He attributes his success to the fact people are tired of the music they hear today on the radio and prefer the class country sound instead. Recently, his association with Reverbnation a music website featuring artists from

all over the world, David has been successful with his own songs. In 2012 “I Don’t Live Lonely Anymore” went to No. 20 on the charts and stayed there two weeks. His patriotic song, “The Old Red, White & Blue,” also released in 2012, went to No. 6 on the charts. In 2013 “A Dime at a Time” rose to No. 16. David’s wife, Terri sings backup for David and is a recording artist and songwriter in her own right. David Church can be seen Jan. 28 at Winter Ranch in Alamo; Jan. 29 at Casa Del Valle in Alamo, Jan. 31, the Border Theater, Mission; Feb. 12, Eastgate RV, Harlingen; Feb. 19 at W&I Resort, Mission; Feb. 21, Snow to Sun, Weslaco; and Feb. 22, at the Border Theater, in Mission.

Dave & Daphne return to RGV

For a high-energy, action show with two very talented musicians, the Dave & Daphne Show is a real Winter Texan crowd pleaser. Dave Salver was once lead guitarist for Barbara Mandrell. He has performed at the White House on three different occasions. Roy Clark declared Dave to be “one of the most fabulous guitarists on the planet!” Barbara Mandrell simply said, “Dave is the best guitarist I ever had.” Dave makes songs like the “Orange Blossom Special,” “Flight of the Bumblebee” and the “William Tell Overture,” which are known for their difficulty, look like child’s play. In addition to his skills as a guitarist, he is an accomplished vocalist, songwriter and humorist. Referred to fondly by her father as “The Mouth of the South,” Daphne has one of the best voices ever to be heard in the Rio Grande Valley. Daphne toured with The Gaither’s, one of the best gospel groups ever. She has sung with The Florida Boys, The Cathedrals, Rex Nelon, The Hinsons, and many others. She was voted Female of the Year by the Southern Gospel Music Association. With a voice that has been referred to as a cross between Shania Twain and Patsy Cline, she is able to sing almost any kind of music. She also does the yodeling music of Patsy Montana. When Daphne sings Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You,” it sends chills down the spine. Her version of “Amazing

Grace” and “The Lord’s Prayer,” also showcase her amazing voice. Both Daphne and Dave give God credit for enormous talents he gave them. Dave & Daphne can be seen Feb. 3 at Ranchero Village in Weslaco; Feb. 4, Trophy Gardens, Alamo; Feb. 5, Rio Valley Estates, Weslaco; Feb. 6, Enchanted Valley, Mission; Feb. 10, Pine to Palm, Weslaco; Feb.11, Winter Ranch, Alamo; Feb. 12, at 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, (6:30 p.m.); Feb. 13, Seven Oaks, Mission; Feb. 14, Valley View Estates, Mission; Feb. 15, McAllen Mobile Park; Feb. 17, Bentsen Grove, Mission; Feb. 18, The Grove, San Juan; Feb. 19, East Gate, Harlingen; Feb. 20, Winterhaven, Pharr; Feb. 23, Wagon City North, Mission and Feb. 25, Mobile Gardens, Mission. Contact the parks for more information.

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Entertainers Showcase II reveals great new, old talent

By Kathy Olivarez William Florian, a former lead singer with the New Christy Minstrels – a popular group back in the 1960s – was one of the new performers who sent activity directors scurrying to the booking room during the second Entertainment Showcase held Thursday, Jan. 21 at Mission Bell RV Resort. He sang songs like “This Land is Your Land,” and “Kisses Sweeter Than Wine.” He also does songs like Puff, the Magic Dragon,” sung by Peter, Paul and Mary along with old classics like “If I Had a Hammer.” He can also do a John Denver tribute show. Absolutely Country, Definitely Gospel from Branson also new to the Valley,

received attention with their great harmony. They sang songs like “I’ll Fly Away.” They also do the Classic Country of Loretta Lynn’s music like “I Was Born a Coal Miner’s Daughter.” Tim Hadler and Katrina Campbell of Nashville were also popular among the new entertainers. They played fiddle and guitar and did songs like, “Jackson,” that had activity directors tapping toes. Their Irish instrumental was also very pretty. Connie’s Cabaret, new act from Minnesota received audience applause with “Life is a Cabaret,” and Patsy Cline’s “Crazy.” For activity directors looking for an entirely different type of entertainment, Teresa Burney does a “Blues to the Bone,”

Lindley Creek performing at Entertainers Showcase I

show composed entirely of Blues music. Of performers who have been around a while Wade and Teresa Landry cornered a lot of interest. As one activity director put it, “Man, that guy can fiddle.” Wade plays Country Swing, Cajun Music, Classic Country and Gospel. Teresa sings with a rich voice. They performed several Cajun tunes and an old Hank Williams song, “I Can’t Help It If I’m Still in Love with You.” Jeff Gordon was very popular with activity directors. He sang a variety of classics such as The Big Bopper’s “Oh Baby, You Know What I Like,” Conway Twitty’s “Man with a Slow Hand,” Tom Jones’ “She’s a Lady,” and Elvis’s “Stuck On You.”

J.C. Harrisson, who now in his third year in the Valley, was popular with activity directors. He sings songs like “Bakersfield,” “Livin’ on Love,” “You Are Always on My Mind,” and “Lovesick Blues.” J. C. Bullock with his rendition of “Louisiana Saturday Night,” Mel Tillis characterization, and “Auctioneer” song were looked on favorably by activity directors. Sherwin & Pam Linton were also very popular among activity directors. They sang their original song, “On a Highways Heading South to the Rio Grande Valley.” Pam sang “I’ve Been Everywhere,” while Dick Moebakken sang “Ol’ Rivers.” They performed Freddy Fender’s “Before the See SHOWCASE pg. 26

Goldwing performing at Entertainers Showcase I

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PARKS CALENDAR

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 28 Biscuits & Gravy - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 7:30-9am, Blue Grass Jam follows. Craft Sale - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 8am, cinnamon rolls for sale at 8am, lunch for sale 12-1pm. Craft Sale - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, donuts 8am, lunch menu: sloppy joes, chips, pickles and pie, coffee, iced tea or bottled water. Peppermint Palace Country Jam - El

Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9-11am. Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, burgers & more. Pancake Breakfast - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 11am-1pm. Jams - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 11:30am-3:30pm, weekly Country music jam, gates open at 10:30am, lunch available, kitchen opens at 11am, jammer signup starts 11:30am, music begins at 12:30pm, come early for best seating, ample parking. Country Jam & Western Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 12:30-3pm. Jams - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, refreshments available. Country Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 1pm. Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm. Big Band Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 1pm, cookies and coffee available. Jam Sessions - Dixieland Retirement Community MH and RV Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, snacks & coffee at intermission, donations accepted. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park,

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Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Reagan James, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Can/Am Dance - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 3:30pm, Friendship Hall. Dinner - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm, grilled 1/3lb Black Angus hamburger or grilled chicken breast or pork loin sandwich, potato wedges, lots of fixings, free ice tea or lemonade, $5.50pp, dessert available. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $2pp, BYO table service, snacks, etc., dessert for sale. Pancake Dinner - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6pm, BYOTS. Dinner & Show - Casa del Sol, Donna, 5pm, $12pp dinner, followed by Johnny Ray Gomez show at 6pm. All Acoustic Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6pm, all acoustic jam. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, coffee, cookies donation, pop and ice cream for sale. Show - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 7-9pm, John Sager, $7pp. Entertainment - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7pm, David Church, $10pp. Entertainment - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-8:30pm, Mama’s Wrangler, $5pp. Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Senior Prom, Walter Plant, free dance for all residents wearing their park badge. Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Lynn Dvorak, $5pp, doors open at 6:30pm, BYOB, donations for ice and

popcorn, pop available, door prizes. Fundraiser - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7-9pm, Cross Creek Opry fundraiser for Meadow Lark Ministries, free will donation. Dance - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7-10pm, The Shadows, $6pp. Entertainment - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7pm, The Vegas Tribute to Reba McEntyre, starring Corrie Sachs, $12$14pp in advance, $15pp at the door. Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Ball Family, $5pp. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Regan James, BYOB with setups available. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30pm. Friday, January 29 Park Wide Garage Sale - Monte Cristo RV Community Park, Edinburg, 9am2pm. Quilt Show - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 10am-3pm, $1pp. Bible Study - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 10-11am, bring your own bible, meet in library, led by Rev. Don Hickman, BA & MDIV. Style Show - Mission West Resort, 11am, entertainment and lunch provided. Country Western Jams - Casa del Sol, Donna, Noon-3pm, lunch served 11am12:30pm, refreshments available at break. Country Music Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, lunch is served See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 12

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Unhappy with your park?

Are activities lacking at your park? Check Out the Wilder Resorts! Whether you have a Mobile Home, a Park Model, or an RV, You will find yourself having fun and enjoying yourself at one of our Resorts! If you have never been a Resident at a Wilder Resort, we have some specials for each category of Resident. Do you have a Mobile Home or Park Model and you are being told that you have to pay a 30 day move out notice? As a First Time Resident at one of our Wilder Resorts you will get your first year lot rent Free. That should more than offset that 30 day move out fee. RVer’s – Bring a receipt from a non-Wilder Park you are at now and get a 50% discount on your first month at one of our Wilder Resorts! Don’t waste another day where you are unhappy. Give us a call or drop by one of our Wilder Resorts. (Free Basic WIFI available at your site).

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Blue Bonnet – 956-585-7630 Texas Trails – 956-787-6538 Trophy Gardens – 956-787-7717 Winter Ranch – 956-781-1358

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From pg. 10 from 11:30am to 12:15pm for a small fee, come and try our new menu. Country Jam - McAllen Mobile Park, 1-3pm, dessert table is provided. Jam Session - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1pm, cookies & coffee served. Polka Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm. Rock N Roll Jam - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 1-3pm. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1pm, good free music, dancing allowed, coffee & homemade goodies. Yoga - Paradise Park, Pharr, 1:302:30pm. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Ken Thompson, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Happy Hour - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 4pm, JC Bullock, $7pp in advance, $8pp at the door. Jams - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, refreshments available starting at 4:30pm, jam sessions start at 5:30pm. Fish Fry - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 5:30pm. Jam - Pe単itas RV Park, Pe単itas, 6-8pm. Music/Dance - Alamo Paradise Acres, 6pm, Cross Strung, $6pp, BYOB. Entertainment - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 6-8pm, Jacob Austin Band, free will donation. Betty Rydell - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco,

7-10pm, The Agency, $10pp, advanced tickets are available. The Renaissance Rockers Dance Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, doors open at 6:15pm. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 7-10pm, Bill Chrastil, admission $5pp, door prizes, popcorn, singles welcome. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7pm, Ralph & The Cruisers, $10pp, BYOB, concession open, free popcorn, advanced ticket sales begin on January 8th, call 956-783-4587. Show - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Swingin Cajun, $6pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Route 66, $5pp. Big Band/ Rock & Roll Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm. Friday Night Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-10pm, Texas Country Band. Concert - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7pm, Bernie & Red Show. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7pm, David Church. Entertainment - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 7-8:30pm, Goldwing Express, $5pp. Dance - Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $6pp, doors open at 6pm. Show - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, Lindley Creek, $6pp. Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-10pm, Solitaire, $5pp, doors open at

& RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Heart to Heart, $6pp at the door. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart, $6pp. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Southern Anthem Band, $5pp in advance, $6pp at the door, doors open at 6pm. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $6pp, popcorn, soda, ice cream for sale. Dance - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 7-10pm, Bill & Janet, BYOB, sodas available, free popcorn. Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-9:30pm, Louie Long and The Drifters, $5pp, open to the public, pop, water and ice available. Dance - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Jealous Heart, $10pp in advance, popcorn, pop and ice available, BYOB. Saturday, January 30 Saturday Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, $4, menu varies weekly, bring your place setting and join us for a great start to your weekend, call 956-5855061 for more information. Breakfast - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9am, menu varies, see website PharrParadisePark.SharePoint.com for weekly menu. Big Garage Sale - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7am-Noon, serving biscuits & gravy from 8-9:30am, $4pp.

eggs, hash-browns, toast $2.50, sausage $1 more, biscuits & gravy $2.50 and up, hash browns, bacon and ham available, free coffee with meals, bring your own table service. Breakfast - Alamo Paradise Acres, 7-9am, all you can eat pancakes $2.50, omelettes, sausage, eggs & toast also available. All Park Craft and Yard Sale - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7am-Noon, breakfast and lunch served, vendor tables, bake sale, white elephant sales and our famous bread pudding for sale. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7:30-9am, serving pancakes, biscuits & gravy, eggs, sausage or ham, apple sauce or grits, toast, BYOTS. Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7:30-9am, everyone invited to our pancake, biscuit/sausage gravy breakfast, bring your own table service. Pancake Breakfast - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 7:30-9:30am. Biscuits and Gravy - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 8-9:30am, please enter by side gate on Sioux Rd., juice and coffee provided. Craft Sale - Monte Cristo RV Community Park, Edinburg, 9am-3pm, lunch will be available for sale, community center. Patio Sale - Pe単itas RV Park, Pe単itas, 9am-Noon, with some crafts, south of Walmart. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 14

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14 JANUARY 28, 2016 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wttrgv.com $14, $13 & $12pp, at the door $15pp. Entertainment - Wagon City North, al. PARKS CALENDAR Dance - Encore’s Paradise South RV Mission, 7pm, Roger Wayne Magic Show, Church Service - Fiesta Village, Mis-

From pg. 12 Country Jam and Luncheon - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, Noon-2:30pm, luncheon served at 11am, varied menu. Jams - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30pm. Jam Session - Weslaco Trailer Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, lunch 11am12:30pm. Big Band Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2-4pm, concessions available. Country Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, all instruments and singers welcome, refreshments available, tickets sold. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7pm, Southern Anthem, family band, variety of music, ice cream & ticket sales begin at 6pm. Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Ken Thompson, $5pp, BYOB, free ice. Dance - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Jason Whorlow, $7pp, popcorn and soda available. Entertainment - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 7pm, Johnny Ray Gomez, accordion & comedy, $6pp. Dance - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Country Band, $5pp. Dance - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7-10pm, Midwest Bellows & Brass. Tribute to Reba McEntire Concert - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-10pm, Corrie Sachs as Reba, ticket prices prior to show

Park, Mercedes, 7-10pm, Jay & Tammy, $6pp. Dance - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $5pp. Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7pm, Renaissance Rockers, $6pp. Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7pm, Swing Street Band, $7pp. Dance - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 7pm, Jeff Wilson, $6pp, free snacks and refreshments. Dance - Cottonwood Country Club, Harlingen, 7-10pm, The Beers, Larry and Mona, $6pp, open to the public, BYOB. Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Jim Staton, $5pp. Entertainment - Mission West Resort, 7-10pm, Adam Pope Band, $7pp, country, snacks available. Dance - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-10pm, Hot Rodz, $5pp, doors open at 6:15pm, snack bar open. Freddie & Sheila Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, $6pp. Entertainment - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Bill Chrastil Show, $6pp, setups & snacks available, advance tickets available at park office, call 956-585-5061 for more infomation. Entertainment - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7pm, Faith’s Journey, $5pp. Dance - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7-10pm, The Cruisers, $10pp.

$6pp at the door. Sunday, January 31 Non-denominational Church - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 8:30am, Pastor Jesse Hernandez, bible study follows the service. Church Services - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8:30am, Non-denominational, all welcome, Tom Cassidy. Non-denominational Church - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 8:45am, Pastor Robert Kracht, Communion first Sunday of each month, everyone welcome. Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:45am, Non-denominational. Church Service - San Juan Gardens, 8:45am, service led by Pastor Len Mitchell, public is welcome to attend. Non-Denominational Church Service Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 9am, Pastor Cameron Gillette, coffee and refreshments available at 8:30am. Non-denominational Worship Service Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 9-10am, Pastor Jim Troutman, communion service 1st Sunday of every month. Non-denominational Church Service Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9am, Pastor Brian Dent. Church Service - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am, Non-denominational, everyone welcome. Church Services - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am, Non-denomination-

sion, 9am, Pastor Bob Pueblos. Non-denominational Church - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 9am, 8am choir practice, 9am church service, communion first Sunday of every month, Pastor Darrel Hardy, social with snacks and coffee to follow service, everyone welcome. Non-denominational Church Service Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 9am. Church - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 9am, Pastor Roy Gee, Non-denominational. Church Service - Yellow Rose RV, La Feria, 9am, Non-denominational with Pastor Mike Hendrick. Church Worship Service - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 9am, non-denominational, Pastor Ralph Hunt, all are welcome, for information call 956532-8707. Non-denominational Service - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 9:15-11am, coffee and refreshments 9:15-10am, worship service 10-11:00am, communion first Sunday of the month, Fiesta Hall, Rev. Don Hickman, BA & MD. Non-denominational Church Service Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:20am, Pastor Charlie Fry. Church - Peñitas RV Park, Peñitas, 9:30-10:30am, Pastor James L. Gebhart. Church Service - Quiet Village II, Donna, 9:30-10:30am, Inter-denominational services with Pastor Curt Bentham and See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 15

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From pg. 14 Pastor Mary Chamberlin, coffee and fellowship begin at 9am. Church Service - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:30-10:30am, Non-denominational. Church Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30-10:30am, Pastor Dr. Gerald Parriott, everyone welcome, coffee fellowship following service. Church Service - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:30am, non-denominational, Pastor Tom Shouse, open to the public. Church - Casa del Sol, Donna, 9:30am. Church Service - Mission West Resort, 10am. Church Service - Paradise Park, Pharr, 10-11am. Church Services - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 10-11am, Non-denominational church service by Pastor Lee Tracy, coffee social following church. Church Services - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 10am, coffee & donuts prior to service. Church Service - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 10am. Church Service - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 10:15am, Non-denominational, open to the public, meet in ballroom with Pastor Dave Tabler. Church - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30am, traditional Lutheran Church Service (LCMS), Rev. Tom Hedtke. New Blue Grass Jam - Mobile Gardens Park, Mission, 1-3pm. Gospel Jam - Mission West Resort, 1:30-3:30pm, snacks available. Jams - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1:303:30pm, Old Time and Country music. Variety Jam - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 1:30pm, refreshments available. El Dorado Acres RV Park Jam - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 1:303:30pm, cake and coffee available, for information call 956-581-6718. Country Jam - Carefree Valley Resort, Harlingen, 2-4pm. Jam Sessions - Lazy Palm Ranch, Edinburg, 2pm, open to everyone. Bernie & Red Show - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 2pm, $6pp. Entertainment - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 3pm, Goldwing Express, $7pp. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 3pm, Winter Texan Orchestra & Chorus, $3pp. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 5:30-9pm, dinner is served from 4pm to 5:30pm, meal $5pp, before jam. Country Jam Sessions - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 6-8pm. Gospel Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 6pm. Entertainment - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 6:30-7:45pm, Mamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wrangler. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 16

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From pg. 15 Entertainment - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7pm, Bill Chrastil, $7pp. Movies - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9pm, free admission, visit the website at pharrparadisepark.sharepoint.com for movie titles, snack bar open. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7pm, Pelican West, $10pp, BYOB, concessions. Entertainment - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7-9pm, Gomer & Patsy, $6pp. Entertainment - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7pm, Tavie Spivey. Goldwing Express Show - W&I Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, $7pp. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, Maggie Mae, $7pp. Entertainment Show - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 7pm, Lindley Creek Show, $6pp. Sherwin & Pam Linton Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, $7pp. Entertainment - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7pm, Johnny Ray Gomez, $6pp, come and enjoy. Bingo - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7pm. Entertainment - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 7pm, Ball Ranch Family, $5pp. Sunday Evening Program - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7-9pm, Gray Gregson, $6pp at the door. Entertainment - Snow to Sun Park,

cone with your paid admission ticket. Monday, February 1 Annual Style Show Tickets For Sale - Aladdin Villas, Mission, tickets for the public $12pp, call 956-583-6784 for more information. Craft Show - Casa del Sol, Donna, 8am-Noon, breakfast available. Annual Park Yard Craft Bake Sale - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 8amNoon. Pre-Jam Luncheon - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 11am-12:30pm, soup, sandwiches, homemade pie, drinks, everyone welcome. Jam Sessions - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 11am-3pm, lunch served at 11am, jam starts at 12pm. Style Show Luncheon - Paradise Park, Pharr, Noon-3pm, $10pp, catered luncheon served, advanced tickets sales recommended, for information call 956-6855343. Country Western Jam - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 1-3:30pm, everyone welcome. Jams - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 1-3pm, free admission, snacks, and cookies available. Everyone come and enjoy music and social time. Jammers by invitation only. Country Jam - Sunwest Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, everyone welcome, bring a friend, refreshments available. Rock and Roll Jam w/ Host Ed Mur-

Jam - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 1-3pm, dance & sing along. Jam Session - Wagon City North, Mission, 1pm, cookies, all jammers and listeners are welcome, come and have a good time. Country Side Jam - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm, serving hot sandwiches from 12-1pm, concession available. Country Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 1-3pm, all musicians welcome. Country/Gospel Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 1-3pm, lunch available at noon. Acoustic Bluegrass/Old Country/Gospel Jam - Yellow Rose RV, La Feria, 1:303:30pm, Friendship Hall, all listeners welcome. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Diego Saurina, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Hamburger Night - Mission West Resort, 3:30-5:30pm, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, onion rings, fries, drinks and homemade pies. Hamburger - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 4-6pm, $5, with chips, coleslaw & toppings on hand to dress up your sandwich, your choice of drink, lemonade, hot coffee or ice tea. Pancakes - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 4:30-6pm, all you can eat, sausage available. Burgers - Paradise Park, McAllen,

sion, 5:30-9pm, dinner is served from 4-5:30pm before jam, cost $5pp for dinner. Country Jam - Mission West Resort, 6-8:30pm, snacks available. Musical Jams - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 6-9pm, light lunch available for a donation. Country Jam - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 6pm. Super R & R Jams - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 6:30pm. Goldwing Express - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7pm, trad country/gospel/bluegrass, $6pp. Entertainment - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 7-9pm, Heart to Heart, $5pp. Show - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Steel Cut Band McAllen High School, donation. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7pm, Johnny Ray Gomez. Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, Bob Dolle, free. Entertainment - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7pm, Gomer & Patsy, $6pp. Dance - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7-9:30pm, Country Roland Jr., $5pp, set-ups available, free popcorn. Tuesday, February 2 Craft Show - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 8am-Noon, in Rec. Hall, lunch will be available to purchase at 11:30am. Chip-O-Texas Woodcarvers - Park See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 17

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From pg. 16 Place Estates, Harlingen, 8:30am-Noon, friendship hall, come join us, for more information call 956-399-6660. Quilt Show - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 10am-3pm, lunch served. Jam - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 11am-2pm, lunch will be available from 11am to 12pm, jam will begin at 12-2pm. Women’s Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 11am-Noon. Jam Session - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, Noon-2pm, lunch for sale at 11am, popcorn and soda for sale. Jams - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 12:30pm, country music. Jams - Paradise Park, McAllen, 1-3pm, lunch available 11am-1pm, everyone welcome. Jam Session - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 1pm. Open Jam - Magnolia Park, Donna, 1-3pm, lunch available at 11:30 p.m. Jam - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-3pm, Oleander’s famous cake at half time, hosted by Ray & Gynger. Country Music Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 1-3pm, lunch served 11:30am to 12:45pm, please use side gate on Sioux Rd. Country Music Jam - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 1-3pm, Marion Price, coffee & cookies served. Bluegrass Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La

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- Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2-4pm, Bernie & Red, $10pp. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Lynn Dvorak, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3:30-5pm, Diego, donations taken, popcorn and soda for sale. Country Jam w/ Host Ed Murray - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 5:307:30pm, meal sold from 4p.m. to 5:30p.m. Jam Session - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 6-9pm, bring your instrument and/or voice, and enjoy a fun night out, all welcome. Jam - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 6:30pm, everyone welcome. Entertainment - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6:30pm, John Sager. Dance - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 7-10pm, Renaissance Rockers, $10pp. Bingo - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9pm, doors open at 6:15 p.m., snack bar open. Entertainment - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7pm, Adam Pope, $6pp. Entertainment - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Southern Anthem, $6pp. An Evening with Terry Smith - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 7-9pm. Entertainment - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 7pm, Paul Eve Show, $6pp. Amber Waves Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7pm, $6pp. Wednesday, February 3 Biscuits & Gravy - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-8:30am.

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Pancakes - Palmera Heights Park, La Feria, 7:30-9am, all you can eat pancakes, 2 sausage patties, applesauce, coffee, $3pp, B.Y.O.T.S. Breakfast - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30-9am, pancakes and eggs, sausage patties, fruit cup, orange juice and coffee, $3pp. Arts & Craft Bazaar - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 8am, lunch served, bake sale, pie and coffee. Blue Grass Jams - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 9-11am, good free music, dancing allowed, coffee & homemade goodies. Music Jam - Paradise Park, Pharr, 12:30-3pm, lunch served starting at 11:30am. Jam Session - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30pm, Recreation Hall. Jam - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm. Jam Session - Chimney Park, Mission, 1-3pm, join us for a fun afternoon of music and laughs, lunch available 11:30am12:30pm, for information call 956-5855061. Music Jam - Alamo Paradise Acres, 1-3pm, coffee and lunch available. Accoustical Jam - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 2-4pm, ballroom, free admission, refreshments available, open to the public, musicians by invitation only. Big Band Jam - Valley View Estates, Mission, 2-4pm, tickets will be sold and refreshments served at break time, musi-

cians are by invitation only. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Brenda Cohn, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Happy Hour Dance - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 3:30-5pm, Dan White, pass the hat, BYOB, hamburgers and hot dogs may be purchased. Roast Beef Dinner - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-6pm, $7pp, bring silverware, purchase tickets in advance. Biscuits & Gravy - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $5pp, all you can eat, sausage, pancakes, bring your plate setting. Hamburger Night - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 5pm, hamburger, chicken sandwich, 1/4lb hot dog including chips, drink and dessert for $5, Karaoke follows. Country Jam - Circle T RV Park Mission, 6-8pm, refreshments served during break time. Entertainment - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 6:30-8pm, JC Bullock, $6pp. Entertainment - Ranchero Village, Weslaco, 7pm, Dave & Daphne, $8pp. Dance - Mission West Resort, 7-10pm, Dixon & Company, $6pp, snacks available. Entertainment - McAllen Mobile Park, 7-9pm, Johnny Ray Gomez, $6pp. Karaoke - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9pm, snack bar open. Western Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, Country Roland, $5pp. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 18

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From pg. 17 Entertainment - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, Greg Jones, $6pp. Entertainment - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7pm, Lindley Creek, $7pp. Jason Whorlow - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7pm, $6pp, variety piano. Entertainment - San Juan Gardens, 7pm, Country Pickin, $6pp, everyone welcome. Swinging Cajun Music Show - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-8:30pm, $7pp. JC Harrison Show - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, $7pp. Daddy D Three Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7pm, $6pp. Thursday, February 4 Biscuits & Gravy - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 7:30-9am, Blue Grass Jam follows. Spring Craft Sale - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, coffee and donuts served for a minimal fee, lunch served 11am to 12pm for a minimal fee. Arts and Craft Show - Orange Grove RV Park, Edinburg, 8am-Noon. Craft Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, breakfast menu 8-10am; lunch menu 10am-noon. Peppermint Palace Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 9-11am. Bible Study - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mis-

vision, San Juan, 11am-1pm. Jams - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 11:30am-3:30pm, weekly Country music jam, gates open at 10:30am, lunch available, kitchen opens at 11am, jammer signup starts 11:30am, music begins at 12:30pm, come early for best seating, ample parking. Country Jam & Western Jam - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 12:30-3pm. Jams - Shady Acres MH & RV Resort, Donna, 1-3pm, refreshments available. Country Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 1pm. Jam - Val Verde RV Park, Donna, 1-3pm. Big Band Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 1pm, cookies and coffee available. Jam Sessions - Dixieland Retirement Community MH and RV Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm, snacks & coffee at intermission, donations accepted. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Reagan James, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Can/Am Dance - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 3:30pm, Friendship Hall. Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $2pp, BYO table service, snacks, etc., dessert for sale. Pancake Dinner - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 4:30-6pm, BYOTS. Jam - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission,

lingen, 6pm, all acoustic jam. Big Band Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, coffee, cookies donation, pop and ice cream for sale. Entertainment - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7pm, Gomer & Patsy, $7pp. Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7pm, Johnny Ray Gomez, $5pp. Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, The Hitman, BYOB with setups available. Dance - Magnolia Park, Donna, 7pm, South Texas Whiskey Band, $4pp, soda and popcorn available, BYOB. Show - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, Goldwing Express, $6pp. Dance - Dixieland Retirement Community MH and RV Park, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Lynn Dvorak, $6pp, BYOB, snacks, ice available. Mollie B Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7pm, $12pp in advance, $15pp at the door, doors open at 5:30pm. Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30pm. Friday, February 5 Pancake Breakfast - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7:30-9am. Patio Sale, Breakfast and Bake Sale Oleander Acres, Mission, 7:30-11:30am. Craft Fair - Chimney Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, lots of bargains, breakfast & lunch available, for information call Linda at 956-585-5061. Annual Flea Market - La Hacienda

the 6th. Park Wide Garage Sale - Monte Cristo RV Community Park, Edinburg, 9am2pm. Bible Study - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 10-11am, bring your own bible, meet in library, led by Rev. Don Hickman, BA & MDIV. Country Western Jams - Casa del Sol, Donna, Noon-3pm, lunch served 11am12:30pm, refreshments available at break. Country Music Jam - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, lunch is served from 11:30am to 12:15pm for a small fee, come and try our new menu. Jam Session - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 1pm, cookies & coffee served. Polka Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-3pm. Rock N Roll Jam - Green Gate Grove, Mission, 1-3pm. Variety Jam - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 1pm, good free music, dancing allowed, coffee & homemade goodies. Yoga - Paradise Park, Pharr, 1:302:30pm. Happy Hour - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 3-4:30pm, Ken Thompson, pass the hat, BYOB, free ice. Jams - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, refreshments available starting at 4:30pm, jam sessions start at 5:30pm. Jam - Peñitas RV Park, Peñitas, 6-8pm. See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 19

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From pg. 18 Ralph Kuster Show - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, doors open at 6:15pm. Dance - Citrus Valley RV Park,McAllen, 7-10pm, Lyle Brewer, admission $5pp, door prizes, popcorn, singles welcome. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7pm, The Agency, $8pp, BYOB, concession open, free popcorn, advanced tickets begins on January 7th, call 956783-4587. Show - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, Southern Anthem, $6pp. Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Route 66, $5pp. Big Band/ Rock & Roll Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm. Friday Night Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-10pm, Texas Country Band. Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Jackson Haney, $5pp, doors open at 6pm, advanced ticket sales Wed-Fri 10am-1pm. Entertainment - Mission West Resort, 7-10pm, Tavie’s Rock “N” Roll Show, $6pp, snacks available. Dance - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7pm, Bob Dolle and Variety Band, $6pp. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $6pp, popcorn, soda for sale, BYOB. Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna,

and ice available. Dance - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Stephen Mays, $10pp in advance, popcorn, pop & ice available, BYOB. Andy & Brenda Coin - Oleander Acres, Mission, 7-9pm, $6pp. Entertainment - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7pm, JC Harrison. Entertainment - Circle T RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, John Sager, $7pp. Entertainment - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7pm, George Burns & Friends, $15pp. Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7pm, Leslie Blasing, $6pp. Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-10pm, Al Mikesh, $5pp at the door, doors open at 6pm. Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Dave and Daphne, $6pp atd. Dance with Diego - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-10pm, $6pp. Saturday, February 6 Saturday Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 7-9am, $4, menu varies weekly, bring your place setting and join us for a great start to your weekend, call 956-5855061 for more information. Breakfast - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9am, menu varies, see website PharrParadisePark.SharePoint.com for weekly menu. Breakfast - Alamo Paradise Acres, See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 20

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WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wttrgv.com PARKS CALENDAR Craft Sale - Llano Grande Lake Park From pg. 19 7-9am, all you can eat pancakes $2.50, biscuits and gravy $3. Park Garage/Yard & Bake Sale - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 7am-1pm, lunch available. Biscuits & Gravy - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 7-8:30am. Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7:30-9am, serving pancakes, biscuits & gravy, eggs, sausage or ham, apple sauce or grits, toast, BYOTS. Breakfast - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7:30-9am, everyone invited to our pancake, biscuit/sausage gravy breakfast, bring your own table service. Craft Sales & Flea Market - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 8am-Noon. Spring Patio Sale - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 8-10am. Flea Market - Heritage Square, Mission, 8am-1pm, clothes, household, furniture, electronics, bake sale, crafts, food stand available - donuts, sandwiches, pies & beverages. Craft & Flea Market - Magnolia Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, food available. Patio Sales - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 8am-Noon. Craft Show - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 8am-Noon. Annual All Park Garage Sale - VIP RV Park, La Feria, 8-11am. Craft & Bake Sale - 1015 RV Park, Weslaco, 8am-Noon.

Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 8amNoon, coffe & donuts in a.m., hot dogs at 11am. Craft Show - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 8am-Noon. Biscuits and Gravy - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 8-9:30am, juice and coffee provided. Craft Show/Yard Sale - Lemon Tree RV Inn, Mission, 8am-Noon. Flea Market - Lemon Tree Estates, Mission, 8am-12:30pm, bake sale, coffee, rolls, pies, lunch available. Craft Show/Flea Market - Wagon City North, Mission, 8am-1pm. Annual Rock & Glass Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 8am-Noon. Car Show - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 10am-2pm, lunch served, Sloppy Joes, hot dogs, chips, brownies, soda. Garage Sales - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 10am-2pm. Country Jam and Luncheon - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, Noon-2:30pm, luncheon served at 11am, varied menu. Jams - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 12:30pm. Jam Session - Weslaco Trailer Park, Weslaco, 12:30-3pm, lunch 11am12:30pm. Entertainment - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 2-4pm, Goldwing Express, $5pp. Big Band Jam - Texas Trails RV Resort, See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 21

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From pg. 20 Pharr, 2-4pm, concessions available. Dinner - Paradise Park, McAllen, 5pm, $7pp, pig roast, 5pm; cake walk, 4pm. Country Jam - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 6-8pm, all instruments and singers welcome, refreshments available, tickets sold. Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7pm, J.C. Bullock, country & humor, ice cream & ticket sales begin at 6pm. Dance - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 7-10pm, Pure Country, $5pp, BYOB, soda, ice and popcorn available, doors open one hour prior to dance. Dance - Snow to Sun Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Andy & Brenda Coin, $5pp, BYOB, free ice. Entertainment - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 7pm, Amber Waves Band, $5pp. Dance - McAllen Mobile Park, 7-10pm, Dixon Company Band, $5pp. Dance - Casa del Valle Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Country Band, $5pp. Dance - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 7-10pm, John Kujda Band. Jason Whorlow Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, $6pp in advance, $7pp at the door. Dance - Country Sunshine, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Chuck & Earl, $5pp, everyone welcome. Dance - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-10pm, Jack Kay “Lost in Time”, $5pp, doors

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Dance - Leisure World Community, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Lewie Jett and Friends, $5pp. Dance - El Valle Del Sol/El Valle de la Luna, Mission, 7-10pm, Keys & Strings, $5pp. Dance - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 7-10pm, JC Harrison, $7pp, Dance - Llano Grande Lake Park Resort and Country Club, Mercedes, 7pm, Cruisers, $10pp, sock hop, Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, The Agency, $10pp, doors open at 6:30 pm, BYOB, donations for ice and popcorn, pop available. Dave & Daphne - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7-9pm, $6pp. Pope Show - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 7pm, $6pp. Dance - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Gordy & Debbie, $6pp, BYOB, free popcorn, ice and soda available. Sunday, February 7 Non-denominational Church - Bentsen Grove Resort, Mission, 8:30am, Pastor Jesse Hernandez, bible study follows the service. Church Services - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 8:30am, Non-denominational, all welcome, Tom Cassidy. Non-denominational Church - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 8:45am, Pastor Robert See PARKS CALENDAR pg. 22

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From pg. 21 Kracht, Communion first Sunday of each month, everyone welcome. Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 8:45am, Non-denominational. Church Service - San Juan Gardens, 8:45am, service led by Pastor Len Mitchell, public is welcome to attend. Non-Denominational Church Service Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 9am, Pastor Cameron Gillette, coffee and refreshments available at 8:30am. Non-denominational Worship Service Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 9-10am, Pastor Jim Troutman, communion service 1st Sunday of every month. Non-denominational Church Service Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9am, Pastor Brian Dent. Church Service - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am, Non-denominational, everyone welcome. Church Services - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am, Non-denominational. Church Service - Fiesta Village, Mission, 9am, Pastor Bob Pueblos. Non-denominational Church - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 9am, 8am choir practice, 9am church service, communion first Sunday of every month, Pastor Darrel Hardy, social with snacks and coffee to follow service, everyone welcome. Non-denominational Church Service Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 9am.

na, 9am, Pastor Roy Gee, Non-denominational. Church Service - Yellow Rose RV, La Feria, 9am, Non-denominational with Pastor Mike Hendrick. Church Worship Service - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 9am, non-denominational, Pastor Ralph Hunt, all are welcome, for information call 956532-8707. Non-denominational Service - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 9:15-11am, coffee and refreshments 9:15-10am, worship service 10-11:00am, communion first Sunday of the month, Fiesta Hall, Rev. Don Hickman, BA & MD. Non-denominational Church Service Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:20am, Pastor Charlie Fry. Church - Peñitas RV Park, Peñitas, 9:30-10:30am, Pastor James L. Gebhart. Church Service - Quiet Village II, Donna, 9:30-10:30am, Inter-denominational services with Pastor Curt Bentham and Pastor Mary Chamberlin, coffee and fellowship begin at 9am. Church Service - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:30-10:30am, Non-denominational. Church Service - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30-10:30am, Pastor Dr. Gerald Parriott, everyone welcome, coffee fellowship following service. Church Service - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 9:30am, non-denomina-

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Pastor Tom Shouse, open to the public. Church - Casa del Sol, Donna, 9:30am. Church Service - Mission West Resort, 10am. Church Service - Paradise Park, Pharr, 10-11am. Church Services - AmeriCana RV Park, Mission, 10-11am, Non-denominational church service by Pastor Lee Tracy, coffee social following church. Church Services - Split Rail RV Park, Mission, 10am, coffee & donuts prior to service. Church Service - Sunshine (Encore) RV Resort, Harlingen, 10am. Church Service - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 10:15am, Non-denominational, open to the public, meet in ballroom with Pastor Dave Tabler. Church - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 10:30am, traditional Lutheran Church Service (LCMS), Rev. Tom Hedtke. New Blue Grass Jam - Mobile Gardens Park, Mission, 1-3pm. Gospel Jam - Mission West Resort, 1:30-3:30pm, snacks available. Entertainment-Gospel Jam - Mission West Resort, 1:30-3:30pm, 2:30pm break, ice cream social. Jams - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1:303:30pm, Old Time and Country music. Variety Jam - Tropical Valley Acres, Mission, 1:30pm, refreshments available. El Dorado Acres RV Park Jam - El-

dorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 1:303:30pm, cake and coffee available, for information call 956-581-6718. Entertainment - Encore’s Paradise South RV Park, Mercedes, 1:30-3pm, Greg Jones, $6pp. Entertainment - Citrus Valley RV Park, McAllen, 2pm, Gordy & Debbie. Jam Sessions - Lazy Palm Ranch, Edinburg, 2pm, open to everyone. Entertainment - Paradise Park, McAllen, 2-3:30pm, Johnny Ray Gomez, $6pp. Entertainment - Gateway RV & MH Park, Raymondville, 2-4pm, Country Classic, $5pp. Jason Whorlow - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 2-4pm, $7pp. Entertainment - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 2pm, Razz-Ma-Tazz, $5pp, donation. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Mission, 5:30-9pm, dinner is served from 4pm to 5:30pm, meal $5pp, before jam. Country Jam Sessions - Sleepy Valley Ranch Resort, Mission, 6-8pm. Gospel Jam - Bluebonnet RV Park, Mission, 6pm. Movies - Paradise Park, Pharr, 7-9pm, free admission, visit the website at pharrparadisepark.sharepoint.com for movie titles, snack bar open. Bingo - Pleasant Valley Resort, Mission, 7pm.

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From pg. 1 RV & MH parks. The Winter Texan parks are divided into large park and small park categories and Twin Lakes falls in the small park category since it has less than 200 lots. This small park is big on spirit and enthusiasm, however, as the park residents enjoy taking part in the annual activity. In fact, they have won first place in the small park division several times in the past few years. This year’s parade theme of “Citrus, Cartoon and Comic Book Characters” gave the Twin Lakes team plenty of opportunity to have some fun with this year’s design. Jim Booth was hard at work on Snoopy’s Doghouse when the Winter Texan Times stopped in last weekend. The doghouse already had dehydrated grapefruit slices attached to its roof. Nearby was a desk for Lucy from the Peanut’s gang so she could give out psychiatric advice for a nickel. Other objects complementing the parade theme, such as Fred Flintstone’s car, were sitting on the float bed. Schroeder’s piano would be added to the float later. Soon, Jim was joined by his wife, Jane Booth and Marcia Thomas, who were carrying a sign for the float featuring Porky Pig. The three explained the plans for the float, which will represent a number of cartoon and comic book characters. Other residents of the park will also join the

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fun, dressing up like cartoon characters such as Fred Flintstone, members of the Peanuts gang, Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, who will all ride on this year’s float. And the park’s king and queen, “King Arthur and Queen Guinevere” will sit on their throne on the float. Still more park residents will be walking alongside the float, dressed as Popeye, Thing 1 and Thing 2 from Dr. Seuss, Donald and Daisy Duck, a Bumble Bee, Hello Kitty and Cinderella, escorting the float down the parade route. Sounds like fun! Booth said the citrus products would not be put on the float until Thursday and Friday so that it would stay fresh for the parade and not get wet in case of rain. Among the products they plan to use are dehydrated orange peels for the floor of the float. Limes will adorn the Camelot sign. Attend the parade and watch for this creative float and costumes to see how they are using citrus products to decorate this whimsical float filled with memories of good times! There will also be other floats in the parade sponsored by other Winter Texan parks. Check out the Twin Lakes float and the other floats constructed by some very creative Winter Texans. Who knows? Maybe you can get your park to join the fun next year by building a float as well. Have a great time at the Texas Citrus Fiesta this weekend. See you there!

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From pg. 8 Next Teardrop Falls.” In 60 years, Sherwin has not missed a single performance! For those looking for Gospel music, 4 His Glory is hard to beat. Rolando Reyes has a fantastic voice as do other members of the group. They do songs like, “I’ll Fly Away,” and “Pray for Me.” Rolando also does a solo show where he sings songs like “Autumn Leave,” and “Hello Loneliness.” Both the group and the individual singer got nods from activity directors. The Castoways continued to be popular with songs like “Great Balls of Fire,” “Let’s Dance,” and “Surfin’ USA.” For those planning a special party, the Conga Line of ladies dancing in the aisles with brush

lights seemed to be just the right touch. Strings, Keys & Harmony did a good job with “Lyin’ Cheatin,’ Mean Mistreatin’ Heart,” “Walking After Midnight,” and “Jose Cuervo, You Are a Friend of Mine.” The singer has an excellent voice and the guys playing guitar and keyboard are good too. Men of A-Chord sang a capella “King of the Road” in great harmony. They too are popular with activity directors. Country Pickin’, a country western band playing classic country had a good sound in music and vocal. There was a fiddle, two guitars and a keyboard. Look for upcoming performances by these and other Valley Wintertainers™, as they post their ads in the Winter Texan Times.

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Jan. 28 -- “Little Nashville in Mercedes” will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in front of the Historic City Hall, at the intersection of Ohio and 4th Street. It’s an evening of music, food and fun. Jan. 28 -- Mission Historical Museum, 900 Doherty Ave., will host a luncheon and autograph signing at noon with author Karen Gerhardt who wrote a book about the Texas Citrus Fiesta. There will also be a display on the Texas Citrus Fiesta in the museum. For information call (956) 580-8646. Tickets are $12 and are available at the museum. Jan. 28 – Texas Citrus Fiesta Royal Coronation will take place at 7 p.m. at Neuhaus Gym on campus of Mission High School. 1802 Cleo Dawson Drive. Tickets are $10 for reserved seating and $5 for general admission. General Admission tickets may be purchased at the door. Jan. 29 -- UTRGV Faculty Chamber Music Series, 7:30 p.m., TSC Arts Center-Brownsville, $10 adults, $5 senior. (956) 882-7025 for information. Jan. 29-31-- Mariachi Aztlan, Fri., 7:30 p.m., Sat & Sun. 3 p.m., at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex in

Edinburg. Jan. 30 -- Harlingen Art Night, downtown Harlingen, 7 to 9 p.m. Jan. 30 -- Texas Citrus Fiesta Fun Run/Walk starts at 7:30 a.m. at Mission Hike & Bike Trail on South Conway. Registration starts at 7 a.m. $20 registration, late $25. Call Mission Parks & Recreation at (956) 580-8760 for information. Jan. 30 -- Texas Citrus Fiesta Citrus Youth Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as part of the Fiesta Fun Fair in downtown Mission at Le Pena Placita Park. Free admission. Jan. 30 -- Texas Citrus Fiesta Fun Fair will be held at Leo Pena “La Placita” Park in downtown Mission 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fair includes live entertainment, arts & crafts, food vendors, and the Vaquero Cook-off. Free admission. Jan. 30 -- Texas Citrus Fiesta Parade of Oranges will begin at 3 p.m. Parade starts at FM 495 (Griffin Pkwy.) and Conway Ave. and travels south on Conway to 4th Street. Feb. 1 -- UTRGV Faculty Chamber

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From pg. 27 Music Series, 7:30 p.m. At the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex in Edinburg. Admission is $10, or $5 for seniors. (956) 665-3881. Feb. 2 -- Ranger-led tour of Fort Brown, 300 River Lee Road, Brownsville. 11 a.m. Call (956) 541-2785 for information. Free. Feb. 2-3 -- Snowbird Extravaganza, McAllen Convention Center, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Entertainment. Free admission. Call (956) 681-3800 for information. Feb. 5-7 -- B&S Kite Fest will take place on South Padre Island. An indoor exhibition will be held Friday, Feb. 5 at 6:30 p.m. in convention center. Admission is $6. Demonstrations will take place on flats south of convention center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Free. Call (956) 761-3000 for information. Feb. 5-6 -- Chip-O-Tex Woodcarvers Annual Show will take place at Casa de Amistad, 1204 Fair Park Blvd, Feb 5, 9.a.m. to 4 p.m. and Feb. 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $3. For information call (956) 399-6660 or e-mail wprokup@ hotmail.com Feb. 5 -- An Awards reception for the

The Turning of the Quilts will be held at the Mission Historical Museum at 2 p.m. For information call (956) 580-8646. Free. Feb. 6 -- Harlingen Market Days will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Jackson Street between 4th Street and Commerce Ave. Live music, fresh produce, collectibles, places and much more. Call (956) 423-4041 for information. Feb. 6 -- Palo Alto National Historic Site will conduct living history demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call (956) 541-2785 ext. 324 for information. The park is located at the intersection of FM 1847 (1024 Paredes Line Road in Brownsville) and FM 511/FM 550 near the city of Los Fresnos. Feb. 9 -- McAllen Town Band will present a concert at the Trinity Worship Center, 4801 N. Cage (Exp. 281 and Nolana) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5. Call (956) 681-3355 for tickets or get them at the door. Feb. 9 -- Winter Texan Cabaret Dance, Mission Bell, 7 p.m., $15. Honors kings and queens of Mission area Winter Texan parks. Call (605) 610-6114 for information.

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Clara County, MN Residents of Clara County, Minnesota and surrounding area will meet Jan. 29 at 9 a.m. for breakfast at Ann’s Restaurant in San Juan. For more information call Dianne at 320-894-1398. Oklahoma Reunion The annual Oklahoma Winter Texan Luncheon will be held at the La Feria Shrine Club, 13415 E. Expressway 83 on Thurs., Jan. 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations are required. Lunch will be $10 payable at the door. Call Linda Kimmee at (918) 244-1149 or Mary Price at (918) 257-2334. Hardin County Past and present residents of Hardin County, Iowa will hold their 34th annual reunion Monday, Feb.1 at 12 p.m. at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, 1110 E. Bus. 83, in Donna. For information, call Tony or Jane Doolaard at (319) 269-8462. Retired UAW members The annual retired UAW luncheon will be held Feb. 1 at 12 p.m. at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. 83, in Donna. For information call Gail at 612220-0701. Hardin County Past and present residents of Hardin County, Iowa will hold their 34th annual reunion at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. 83, in Donna, on Monday, Feb. 1 at 12 p.m. For information call Tony or Jane Doolaard at (319) 269-8264. Ground Hog Day Luncheon The annual Ground Hog Day Luncheon will be held Tuesday, Feb. 2 at Palmera Heights Park in La Feria from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Serving soup, salad and pie. Donation $7. Carryout available. Grundy County & NW Missouri Residents of Grundy County and northwest Missouri will meet for lunch at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, on Tues., Feb. 2 at noon. For information call (660) 359-1075 or (660) 654-0553. Retired Nurse’s Luncheon All Winter Texan Retired RN’s and LPN’s wintering in the Rio Grande Valley are invited to get together Tues., Feb. 2 for a buffet luncheon ($6.49 per person plus tax) at Peter Piper Pizza, 31010 E. Expressway 83, Weslaco. Fun starts at 10:30 a.m. with lunch at 11 a.m. A social, announcements and door prizes will follow. No reservations required. Call Jan Bergman at (956) 781-8485 or (965) 5321223 for information. Rio Grande Retired Rails Rio Grande Retired Rails will meet Tues., Feb. 2 at Harold’s Country Kitchen in Donna at 11 a.m. for fellowship, and noon for a meal. For information contact

Ernie Olson at (956) 784-4602 or email ernie4056@hotmail.com. Armstrong, Pirelli and Titan Tires Retirees Retirees from Armstrong Rubber, Pirelli and Titan Tires will meet for lunch at Anne’s Restaurant, 221 W. Bus. 83, in San Juan, at 11 a.m. on Weds., Feb. 3. Call Al Ensley at (515) 360-5992 or Dick Overholser at (515) 262- 7791 for information. Pike County, Illinois A Pike County, Ill. breakfast reunion will be held Feb. 3, at 9 a.m. at the Bender’s Home, 1913 Polk St., in Enchanted Valley in Mission. For questions call (217) 473-2547. Quaker Oats Quaker Oats Retirees will host their annual luncheon at Riverside Club, 214 E. Chimney Road, in Mission at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 3. Xcel, NSP,SPS, PSC. Retirees The annual reunions for Xcel, SNP, SPS and PSCo. retirees will be held Feb. 3 at 11:30 a.m. at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, 2111 E. Highway 83, in Donna. For more information call Shirley Boerger at (956) 581-8084. Iowa Winnie Hawks Gathering The Iowa Winnie Hawks will host a Winter Texan gathering Thurs., Feb. 4, at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St. McAllen, at 12 p.m. All owners of Winnebago, Itasca, and Sunnybrook are invited to attend. RSVP to Marty at 319-270-4319. Floyd, Chickasaw, Mitchell, Butler Iowa Counties Past & present residents of Floyd, Chickasaw, Mitchell and Butler Counties meet for lunch at Alamo Peter Piper Pizza, 1043 Exp. 83, Alamo on Thurs., Feb 4, at 11a.m. Surrounding counties welcome. For questions call 641-2283557. Winnebago Owners RGV Chapter of Texas W. Club, Twinn Valley will meet on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 1:30 p.m. at Golden Corral in Weslaco. This is an informational meeting for residents and Winter Texans. For information call Betty Thompson at (763) 291-1459. Shelby, Harrison, Carroll, Cass, Audubon & Crawford Counties, Iowa Residents of Shelby, Harrison, Carroll, Cass, Audubon and Crawford Counties, Iowa will have a Texas Reunion Breakfast at Shrine Nomad Club, 1044 W. Nolana, Pharr, on Feb. 5 at 9 a.m. All current and past residents are invited to attend. For more information call Carol Brus at (712) 579-5397. See REUNIONS pg. 33

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From pg. 32 Harrison, Gentry Counties, Missouri A Harrison Gentry Counties Missouri reunion will be held Friday, Feb. 5 at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. Col. Rowe Blvd, McAllen, at 11:30 a.m. For information call Louise Galloway at (816) 853-8712. North and South Dakota Gathering Anyone who has ever lived in the Dakotas is invited to join this gathering at Harold’s Country Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. 83, in Donna, on Feb. 6 at 11:30 a.m. Please register by Feb. 2 by calling Laurel & Gary Benting at (605) 467-0453 or Joann &,Tim Snyder at (970) 901-5399. Wear park nametags. First 125 reservations accepted. Delaware County, Iowa A Delaware County, Iowa reunion will be held Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St., McAllen. For information call (563) 608-3555. HitchHiker Owners HitchHiker owners and previous owners will meet for food, fun and fellowship at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd St, in McAllen, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. For questions, please call Judy Whitley (307-421-0999) or Dennis Shackelford (307-421-0999). Martin County, Minnesota Resident of Martin County, Minnesota will have their annual reunion at Harold’s Kountry Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. 83 in Donna on Feb. 8 at noon. For information call (507) 236-2164.

meet Tues., Feb. 9, at the Echo Hotel in Edinburg. P.E.O. Members visiting the Rio Grande Valley are invited to attend. Lunch will be at 12:15 p.m., followed by a meeting and program. For reservations call Lynne Kephart at (563) 419-1619. Michigan Good Sams Luncheon Michigan Good Sams members will have a luncheon Tues., Feb. 9 at noon at Harold’s Country Kitchen, 2111 E. Bus. 83, in Donna. For information call Pat at (517) 927-3053. Missouri Rural Letter Carriers Missouri Rural Letter Carriers Breakfast will be held at Tejas Restaurant, 1308 Macco Dr., Pharr, Feb. 9 at 9 a.m. For information call (816) 390-6379. Thief River Falls, Minnesota Winter Texans and former residents of Thief Falls and northwestern Minn. are invited to the 31st annual reunion on Tues., Feb. 9, at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen. Registration begins at 1:15 p.m. No reservations required. Please wear park badges. For further information call (218) 689-4289 or (218) 689-2966. Alcoa Retirees Alcoa Retirees will meet for lunch at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen on Feb. 10 at 11:30 a.m. Friends are welcome. For more information call Pat at (956) 687-5367. Milbank, South Dakota Residents of Milbank, South DakoSee REUNIONS pg. 35

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From pg. 33 ta and surrounding area will be held at Ann’s Restaurant in San Juan on Weds., Feb. 10, at noon. For information call Kay at (605) 949-1276. Nebraska Luncheon A Nebraska luncheon will be held Feb. 10 at Salsa Tex-Mex, 1990 W. Bus. 83, Mercedes at 11:30 a.m. Buchanan County, Iowa A Buchanan County, Iowa reunion is planned Weds., Feb. 10, at 11 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s, 4100 N. 10th Street, McAllen. For information call 319-290-8437. Newmar Owner’s Luncheon Newmar Owners will meet for lunch Feb. 10 at Echo Hotel, 1903 S. Closner, Edinburg. Social 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon. Contact Susan Thomas for reservations at (603) 396-2786 or email fulltimers@earthlink.net placing Newmar in the subject line. Upper Valley HOA Members of the Upper Valley Home Owners Association will meet Weds, Feb. 10, at 9 a.m. at Twin lakes RV Park, 301 N. Shary Road in Mission. Call (956) 270-0961 for information. Diagonal, Iowa Connections Lunch A Diagonal, Iowa Connections Lunch Reunion will be held Feb. 11 at 11 a.m. Ann’s Restaurant in San Juan. For more information call Mary Hower at (515) 822-8731. RGV Bounders of America The RGV chapter of The Bounders of America will meet at 1 p.m. Thurs., Feb.

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From pg. 1 The 79th annual Texas Citrus Fiesta is underway and starting tonight there are a number of activities Winter Texans might enjoy. The theme for this year’s festivities is “Citrus, Cartoons, and Comic Book Characters.” While most people think of the big Parade of Oranges when they think of the Texas Citrus Fiesta, but there is so much more to the Citrus Fiesta than just the parade, as grand as it is. On Thursday, Jan. 28, the Royal Coronation of King Citrus, Queen Citrianna and the rest of their Royal Court will be presented. The duchesses who come from communities all over the Rio Grande Valley will be vying to be selected as the 2017 Queen Citrianna. The coronation will take place at Neuhaus Gym on the campus of Mission High School, 1802 W. Cleo Dawson Drive (18th Street). The event starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $10 for reserved seats and $5 for general admission. On the morning of Saturday, Jan. 30, things get off to a running start early in the morning with the Fiesta Fun Run/Walk at the Hike and Bike Park on South Conway. Registration starts at 7 a.m. and a shotgun start begins the race at 8 a.m. Call the Mission Parks and Recreation Department for more information at (956) 580-8760. The annual Texas Citrus Fiesta Fun Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Leo Pena Placita Park in downtown Mission, located on Conway at Business 83. Take a stroll through the fair and enjoy a variety of foods, crafts and a full line-up of musical

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sion is free. The annual Vaquero Cook-off takes place in Rotary Park adjacent to the Fun Fair. It is a competitive event that uses authentic campfire cooking to prepare pork ribs, fajitas, charro beans, pan de polva, and peach cobbler among other foods for competition. Each team will have their campsite decorated in a unique style. Teams compete to see who has the best food in the different categories. The cook-off is runs from 10 a.m. to about 8 p.m. The Citrus Youth Show Exhibit will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. under the big white tent on the grounds of the Fun Fair. FFA and 4-H members from throughout the Rio Grande Valley compete with as many as 1,000 fruit entries. Come by and see the many different types of citrus fruit grown in the Valley and buy a bag to take home after the competition is over. Located at the Fun Fair. The grand finale to the Texas Citrus Fiesta is the Parade of Oranges that starts at 3 p.m. on the corner of FM 495 and Conway Avenue. It will travel south to 4th Street. The parade will feature all kinds of different floats but the ones that are always the favorite are those that have been covered in citrus and other agricultural products grown in the Valley. Those who come early to stake out their prime viewing spots do not need to go hungry. Members of the Texas Citrus Fiesta BBQ Brigade will be moving up and down the parade route selling the Fiesta’s famous top sirloin barbecue sandwiches.

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From pg. 1 e The ladies who come will be seated at t ctables with ladies from all over the area -so they can learn what types of activities hare going on in different Red Hat groups. .Since many of the ladies who attend are -Winter Texans who come from many difeferent Red Hat Groups in many different -states, the ladies who attend can get ideas ofor their groups from all over the nation. e Johnny Ray Gomez, who is a new enetertainer to the Rio Grande Valley this .year, will provide the entertainment. eWhen Gomez auditioned at the Enterytainersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Showcase last year, activity die n r n

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Following the event there will be a banquet and silent auction at Isla Grand From pg. 1 Beach Resort at 6:30 p.m. It will feature tion. Kites will be flown on the flats north a Mexican buffet and tickets are $20. of the SPI Convention Centre from 10 Tickets are available from B&S Kites. a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Bring a lawn chair and sit and watch as professional kite flyers put enormous colorful kites in the air. There will be kite stunts, displays and performances during the day. Food concessions will be available. Guest performers include John Barresi from Team Kitelife in Portland, Oregon; Scott Weider, team Rev. Riders, Warwick, Rhode Island; Team End of the Line, Austin, Texas and Lisa Willoughby, Surf City, New Jersey.

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The 36th annual Golden Age Olympics is ongoing in McAllen through Mar. 11. With long popular events like bowling, horseshoes, shuffleboard, swimming, card games and others there are a lot of events to for “athletes” and “other seniors” to choose from. Newer events such as pickleball, petanque, and others have joined these old favorites to keep everyone happily engaged in fun activities they enjoy. Participants must register one week in advance of planned competition; there is no on-site registration. Folks can register at Lark Community Center, Las Palmas Community Center and Palmview Com-

munity Center, all located in McAllen. Or they can register online at www.mcallenparks.net or by mail to McAllen Parks & Recreation, Attn: GAO 2016, P.O. Box 220, McAllen TX. 78505. The cost to compete in the first event is $7 and the second event is $5. T-shirts will only be provided to people who have paid for events. Additional shirts may be purchased for $5. Medals will be awarded to winners following each event. For a complete schedule of events, visit online at http://www.mcallen.net/ parks-recreation/home. Call 956-6813333 for more information.

www.wttrgv.com Jan. 28 -- Golf, 4-person scramble, 8 a.m., Palm View Golf Course, 2701 S. Ware Rd., additional $36 greens fee per person. Jan. 29 -- Doubles Shuffleboard, 9 a.m., Casa del Sol RV Resort, 400 N. Val Verde Rd., Donna. Jan. 30 -- Table Tennis (singles, doubles & mixed) 9 a.m., Harlingen Community Center, 201 E. Madison, Av., Harlingen. Feb. 1 -- Pinochle, 10 a.m., Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd., McAllen. Feb. 2 -- Women’s Doubles, Billiard 8-balls, 10:30 a.m., Eddie’s Sports Tavern, 400 W. Nolana, McAllen. Feb. 3 -- 500 Card Game, 10 a.m., Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., McAllen. Feb. 4 -- Men’s Doubles, Billiard 8-balls, 10:30 a.m., Eddie’s Sports Tavern, 400 W. Nolana, McAllen. Feb. 5 -- Disc Golf, 10 a.m., Daffodil Park, 4520 Daffodil Av., McAllen. Feb. 5 -- Euchre, Partners, (men, women, Mixed), 10 a.m., Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd., McAllen. Feb. 6 -- Bake-off (sweet bread. yeast bread, cupcakes, bars, cakes, cookies, cream pie, fruit pies), 10 a.m., McAllen Public Library. 4001 N 23rd Street, McAllen. Feb. 8 -- Doubles Shuffleboard, 9 a.m., Casa del Sol RV Resort, 400 N. Val Verde Rd., Donna. Feb. 9 -- Team Bowling, 10 a.m., Flamingo Bowl, ($4), 3301 N. 23rd St., McAllen. Feb. 9-10 -- Poker (Texas Hold’em) 10

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a.m., Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd., McAllen. Feb. 10 -- Movie Screening, “Age of Champions,” 10 a.m., McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St, McAllen. Feb. 11 -- Bridge (Duplicate), 10 a.m., Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., McAllen. Feb. 12 -- Doubles shuffleboard, 9 a.m., Casa del Sol RV Resort, 400 N. Val Verde Rd., Donna. Feb. 12 -- Volleyball, 1 p.m., Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Av., McAllen. Feb. 13 -- Volleyball, 10 a.m., Lark Community Center, 2601 Lark Av., McAllen. Feb. 15 – Bird-A-Thon, team, 8:30 a.m., McAllen Nature Center, 4101 W. Bus. 83, McAllen. Feb. 15 -- Mixed Shuffleboard, 9 a.m., Casa del Sol RV Resort, 400 N. Val Verde Rd., Donna. Feb. 16 -- Women’s singles, 9-ball, Doubles, Billiard 9-balls, 10:30 a.m., Eddie’s Sports Tavern, 400 W. Nolana, McAllen. Feb. 17 -- Bird & Biking Tour, 9 a.m., $3, Bentsen-Rio Grande State Park, Mission. Feb. 17 -- Washers, singles, 1 p.m. Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., McAllen. Feb.18 -- Men’s singles, 9-ball, Doubles, Billiard 8-balls, 10:30 a.m., Eddie’s Sports Tavern, 400 W. Nolana, McAllen. Feb. 19 -- Mixed Shuffleboard, 9 a.m., Casa del Sol RV Resort, 400 N. Val Verde Rd., Donna.

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Feb. 20 -- Swimming events, singles (men & women) 10 a.m., Nikkie Rowe High School Natorium, 2101 N. Ware Rd, McAllen. Feb. 22 -- Pickleball, 10 a.m., Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd., McAllen. Feb. 22 -- Mixed Shuffleboard, 9 a.m., Casa del Sol RV Resort, 400 N. Val Verde Rd., Donna. Feb. 23 -- Doubles Bowling, 10 a.m., Flamingo Bowl, ($4), 3301 N. 23rd St., McAllen. Feb. 23 -- Mixed Bowling, 10 a.m., Flamingo Bowl, $4, 3301 N. 23rd St., McAllen. Feb. 24 -- Fishing Derby, 10 a.m., McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen. Feb. 24 -- Pickle ball, 10 a.m., Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd., McAllen. Feb. 25 -- Bridge (contract), men’s, women’s and mixed, 10 a.m., Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., McAllen. Feb. 25 -- The Great Chase, (two men & two women teams), 10 a.m., Westside Park (Ramiro Guerra Pavilion), 1000 S. Ware Road, McAllen. Feb. 26 -- Mixed Shuffleboard, 9 a.m., Casa del Sol RV Resort, 400 N. Val Verde Rd., Donna. Feb. 26 -- Cheer, 10 a.m., Palm View Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd., McAllen. Feb. 26 -- Dance Party, 10 a.m. at con-

clusion of Cheer competition, Palmview Community Center, 3401 Jordan Rd., McAllen Feb. 27 -- Singles Race/Walk, 10 a.m., Nikki Rowe High School Track, 2101 N. Ware Rd., McAllen. Feb. 29 -- Horseshoes, Men 70+, 9 a.m., Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S. Cage, Pharr. Mar. 1 -- Mixed Doubles, Billiard 8-balls, 10:30 a.m., Eddie’s Sports Tavern, 400 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen. Mar. 2 -- Horseshoes, men, 50-69, 9 a.m. Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S. Cage, Pharr. Mar. 2 -- Horseshoes, women, 9 a.m., Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S. Cage, Pharr. Mar. 3 -- Mini Golf, (partners, men, women or mixed), 10 a.m., ($4.95 per person), The Zone Action Park, 2600 W. Expressway 83, McAllen. Mar. 3 -- Raceway Thunder, singles (men & women), test-driving skills. Heat 1, 10 a.m., Heat 2, 1 p.m., ($3.99), The Zone Action Park, 2600 W. Expressway 83, McAllen. Mar. 4 -- Walk & Talk, 10 a.m. Town Lake at Firemen’s Park, 201 N.1st. Street (donation fee: 2 non-perishable food items for RGV Food Bank). Mar. 9 -- Golden Age Olympics Awards Ceremony, 10 a.m., Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., McAllen. ($3 per person purchased one week before event). Mar. 11 -- Event Wrap-up meeting, 2 p.m., Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., McAllen.

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The Feb. 3 deadline is fast approaching to visit Mission Historical Museum’s annual Quilt Show to vote for your favorite quilt and determine the Viewer’s Choice award. The quilt show display is in the Mission Historical Museum Annex building, located at 200 E. Tom Landry. When the Winter Texan Times visited the quilt show, Patty Redlin, a volunteering Winter Texan from Indiana who works at the annex two days a week, gave a tour. A quilt lover, Redlin pointed out several outstanding quilts. One was a quilt in a Dresden plate pat-

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Mission Quilt Show ends soon tern made from old quilt sacks that date back to the years between 1931 and 1935. The tiny hexagon shapes that form the outside of the plate were cut from the feed sack patterns. Redlin recognized one of the patterns because her mother had a dress made from feed sacks with that pattern, which she kept and made over for Redlin in the 1950s. Another interesting quilt was what Redline called a stack and whack quilt. In this case the designer cut a design on the material into pieces and shaped it into something else altogether to make the quilt’s design.

A third quilt was completely reversible with a circular pattern sitting on top of a split rail design. Bright vivid colors made the quilt beautiful even without the unusual design. According to Redlin, one visitor to the museum spent almost an hour looking at the quilt and trying to figure out how the circles were embedded in the design. During her study she turned the quilt over (with a glove of course), and found the backside was a traditional split rail design. Redlin also pointed out two quilts that were handcrafted without machines. One was a beautiful quilt filled with flowers.

The other had a number of shapes that Redlin said were used as good lock signs by the Amish. She lived near the Amish in Ohio for two years and saw some of the same designs on Amish barns. She said the designer of the quilt did not know they were Amish designs. She found the patterns in a quilting pattern book, liked them and decided to make the quilt. The last item Redlin pointed out was a wall hanging. The design on it came from a silk poster of an Austin band, “Weems” that the designer’s grandson was fond of. She took the silk poster to a graphic design-

www.wttrgv.com er who created a pattern, which she transferred to a wall hanging for her grandson. In addition to these quilts there are a number of others on display. The last date to vote for your favorite quilt is Feb. 3. On Friday, Feb. 5 the winners of the quilt show will be announced in an awards ceremony at 2 p.m. There will be a Turning of the Quilts program immediately after the awards presentations by the Winter Texans Times, sponsor of the quilt show. Saturday, Feb. 6, is the last day the quilts will be on display.

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Harlingen Winter Texan Appreciation Day was fun

By Kathy Olivarez The Harlingen Winter Texan Appreciation Day was a busy event. With entertainment both at Casa de Amistad and the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Winter Texans had plenty of choices. There were bands and folkloric dancers providing entertainment at Casa De Amistad. Many Winter Texans gathered around the stage area to watch and children of all elementary ages performed folkloric dances. “The kids are my favorite. We love to watch the little children perform,” Alan and Marlene Meeker said. It was their favorite part of the festival. Kelly Frey and Lloyd Murray, both of Kalamazoo, Michigan, agreed the best part was watching the little children perform. Long Elementary in Harlingen presented several grades of its folkloric dance program providing a full hour of entertainment with kindergarten doing Azteca dances; first grade the State of Michoacán; second grade, Jalisco; third grade, Chihuahua; fourth grade, Vera Cruz; and fifth grade Tabasco. Each state in Mexico has its own collection of traditional dance styles unique to the area. Other performers at Casa de Amistad include Knox Jones and CoZmic CowboYs, a southern rock band and Lauren Corzine, who performed on the outside

stages. Mariachi Sol Azteca performed in the lobby at 11 a.m. and the Harlingen Community Band played at noon. Ronnie’s School of Music and San Benito Veterans High School students performed along with San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy Flamenco ensemble. Between performances Harlingen merchants like Jo Liston of Go with Jo Travels, were giving away prizes. Jo gave a trip to the Eagle Casino and $50 off any four-day trip she was offering. Other merchants were giving gifts that represented their businesses. Outside Casa de Amistad, food vendors were selling a variety of foods while musicians entertained on an outside bandstand. The antique car show was getting a bit of attention, as there were a variety of older vehicles. Inside there was a quilt show by Frontera Quilting Bee on display in the entrance. At times there were dancers performing in the lobby as well. To one side was a display of business vendors for Harlingen. And there was a small “flea market” featuring Mexican clothing, foods and other items. Approximately 2,000 people attended the event and received the bright yellow “12th Annual Winter Texan Appreciation Day” T-shirts provided by the City of Harlingen.

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2000 LAKOTA 30 By Monaco Coach Fifth Wheel; 2 Slides, Rear Kitchen, Table and 4 Chairs, 2 Recliners, Large Pass-Through Bath, Front Walk-Around Queen, Wardrobe Slide, Some Maintenance Records. SALE PRICE$12,500 Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)-585-4481. 2000 ALFA GOLD GF34RKS Fifth Wheel; 2 Slides, 35’, 15,900LBS, Rear Kitchen, Large Corian Countertops, Solid Wood Cabinets, Hardwood Kitchen Flooring, Spacious Living Room, Sleeper Sofa, 2 Rocker Recliners, Entertainment Center, Ceiling Fan, Belly A/C Unit, Pass-Through Bath, Front WalkAround Queen Bed, Full Mirrored Wardrobe Across the Front, Desk/Vanity, Storage Galore. SALE PRICE $16,900 Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)-585-4481. 2008 NUWA HITCHHIKER II 29.5LKTG Fifth Wheel; 3 Slides, 31’5”, 9,634LBS Dry Weight, 2 Recliners, Desk, TV w/ Surround Sound, Table/4 Chairs, Corian Countertops, Microwave, Cooktop w/Oven, Pantry, Ceiling Fan, Private Stool, Shower, Sink, Dresser, Wardrobe Across the Front. Was $28,500 SALE PRICE $22,900 Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)-585-4481. 2011 CROSSROADS CRUISER 315RE Fifth Wheel; 3 Slides, 32’ 11”, 9,206LBS Dry Weight, Spacious Living Room w/Oppos-

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MOBILE HOMES MOBILE HOME PLUS Texas room, two sheds, extra drive, washer & dryer, bath and half, Dream Valley Ranch, 217-741-0238. MOBILE HOME, 16X56, new siding windows, roof, 8X10 shed, very friendly park, $19,500, 563-920-3899. 18X80 MOBILE HOME with 8x48 addition, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, furnished, many improvements, 8X10 shed with loft, own land, full RV hook-up, Valley View Estates 55+ park, Mission, 956-358-7311. 2 BR, 2 bath, open living dining kitchen, many extras, 55+ gated park, call 405-6061896. TWO BEDROOM, ONE bath, (price lowered due to health, need to get home to family doctor), fully furnished, covered patio and carport, attached shed/workshop, new range, washer and dryer, Shady Acres Resort Lot 119, Donna, $10,500 or make offer, more extras, leave message 956-464-3350. 14X55 MOBILE, METAL roof, screened porch, new washer, stove, frig, vent, laminate flooring, taxes paid till 2017, maintenance paid till 2017, own your land, two lots, 641-344-3906. FOR SALE BY owner, 2007 16X48 Fleetwood, 1br, 1ba, loaded inside and out located in 55+ park in Alamo, all electric central

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w/contents, can be moved, shown by appointment, $29,000, 479-619-8422 or 470619-7177. WELL MAINTAINED MOBILE with beautiful add-on and new 2 level shed, by the 92 degree pool, $19,900 Harlingen, 417-2302016. 1,926 SQ. FT., 2 bed, 2 bath, furnished, remodeled home within 18+ community on two lots, $89,900, 956-383-3118. 1995 SKYLINE 14X66, 3 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, semi-updated, well maintained, nicely furnished, tandem carport, storage, front porch, can me moved! Motivated seller 440-320-3844. OPEN HOUSE: JANUARY 31, 2016 2-4pm, Alamo Rose Mobile Home and RV Park 938 S. Alamo Rd., 2007 Palm Harbor Mobile Home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, lot 459; 2012 16X68 mobile home, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, lot 465, 956-283-1240. DOUBLE WIDE, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, all electric, cement pad, metal roof, plywood floors, large shed, covered patio, no pet, 55+ park, 956-621-2026. 12X60, 2BR, 1.5B, A/C, 12X48 awning, 8X10 shed, remodeled kit/bath, lg pantry, new refrig., elec. recliners, furnished, 55+ park, $12,000 or best offer, call 630-7884941. RETIRE IN STYLE in this luxurious, 1998 Schultz manufactured home, this is a very clean 16X52, 832 sq. ft. home located in

Rio Valley Estates Lot #289 in Weslaco, Tx, has 2 bedrooms and 2 full handicap bathrooms. This home has great curb appeal, furnishings are negotiable, pictures can be viewed at wthsinc.com. For a showing call 956-463-9179 or 956-782-3587 owner is anxious. 16X44 OAK CREEK, deeded lot, Hidden Valley Ranch, new insulated steel roof, huge deck, insulated awning, shed with bathroom, laundry, storage, all electric, furnished, $49,900 negotiable, 701-269 -9032. 1995, 14X76, 3-2 Oak Creek, furnished, 16X22 sunroom, carport, $19,900 OBO, Alamo, 956-240-1104 or 210-535-5133. 14X66 SKYLINE MOBILE, two bedroom, two full baths with shower, living room & kitchen, laundry room, 16X33ft family room, large workshop with tools. 10X16 front porch, all furniture stays, includes all appliances, plus water softener, RO system, 2 TV’s, ready to occupy, $36,000 or best offer, Texas Trails, appointment 417-9885410. 1993, 16X56, 2BD, 2b, furnished, awnings, carport, available immediately, Rollin Homes RV Park, $22,000, 218-841-5314. FURNISHED, 2BD/2 baths, Texas room, patio, carport, storage building attached, w/ work bench, includes central heat and air, Wagon City South, Mission, 417-459-5007. 2012 16’X40’ mobile, 22’X36’ covered patio/carport, with built in 10’X20’ workshop/

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shed with storage for golf cart, Palm Shad-ows RV Park, Donna, call 817-688-4608. ,FURNISHED TWO BEDROOM, two bathroom, wheelchair accessible, Texas room, shed, treed lot Shady Acres, Donna, raffies@mymts.net or 956-377-1534. 14X44 MOBILE HOME with open floor plan, nlight paneling, fully furnished, updated kitchen & bath, some new appliances, covered carport w/concrete, washer in shed, $12,000 negotiable, Orange Grove RV Park lot #20, 515-554 -7970. ,2BDRM, 1 BATH, own lot, all appliances, attached shed, car port, 101 Stagecoach Wagon City South, 573-586-0878. ,PHARR SOUTH MOBILE Home Park, 55 + gated community, 1402 S. Cage, privately owned homes & lots, open house February 6th & 7th, 1-4pm, for info call 956-283l8764. ,2007 CLAYTON & LOT, 16X70, 3br, 2 bath, tWagon City South, Mission, furnished, full concrete pad, double wide awning, 12X12 shed. Excellent! Open Sunday 1-3pm, $55,000, 563-210-3657. OWN YOUR LOT, 55+ Winter Green Estates, 14X84, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, mostly furnished, 956-566-3607. 14X60, 2 BED, 2 bath, canopy, fully furnished, large shed, metal roof, $15,000, call .956-342-8765. -DOUBLE WIDE, FULLY furnished, 28X44 /covered carport and deck, shed, Casa del

erator. SALE PRICE $21,900 Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)-585-4481. 2000 CLASS C Coachman Ford E450, 55,000 miles, $12,000, Paradise Park B -11, N. Expressway 77, 540-250-1593. 1997 36’ FORETRAVEL 295, 325 Cummings diesel Allison 6 speed transmission w/retarder, w/d, 2dr refrigerator, micro/ conv oven, roof dish, can be seen at The Grove lot 28 San Juan, $25,000, 614-6576363. 2008 37’ WINNEBAGO Destination w/2 slides, rear gas pusher w/new tires and new 4 dr. refrig., 38,500 miles, very good condition, $75,000 negotiable, 432-638 -2967 or 432-638-2978. MOTOR HOMES 2006 CLASS C Gulfstream MH 5500 Chevy 1992 CLASS A 72ft Itasca, 80,693 miles, engine, new tires, 60,000 miles, $48,000, tires good, very good condition, need to 224-305-4457. see, 620-216-5046. MOTORCYCLES 2005 WINNEBAGO JOURNEY Diesel Pusher 33’, 2 slides, excellent condition inside and out, 50,000 miles, new tires, no kids- FOR SALE 2007 Honda Goldwing, 20,500 pets-or smokers, list price when new with miles, $13,500, located at Trophy Gardens extra add ons $177,000 asking $69,900 ne- RV Park lot 342, 605-690-5761. TRIKE YOUR MOTORCYCLE with Towpac gotiable, Mission, TX 262-642 -3669. 2005 LEXINGTON 235 by Forest River, Instatrike, 1/3 the cost of triking your bike, Mini Motor Home; 44,700 Miles, Length 8” wheels $2,719; 12” wheels $3,299; 14” 24’, Rear Kitchen, 3 Burner Cooktop, Pull- radials $3,463 plus shipping, call Darrell at Out Pantry, Microwave, Sink, Refrigerator, 612-840-5030. Rear Bath( Stool, Shower, Sink), Wardrobe, Dinette/Bed, Sofa/Bed, Roof Mounted Satellite, Direct TV Receiver, TV, Generac GenValle, $44,900, 956-783-2330 or 785-713 -2271. 2007 PALM HARBOR Mobile Home, 2,000sq.ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bath, washer and dryer, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, new carpet, new air conditioner, large front porch, air conditioned shed, 956-283-1240. MOBILE HOME FOR sale, new hot water heater/ air conditioner, steel roof, furnished carport, all electric, 2 bedroom, $23,000, furnished, 262-496-5742. 14X48, 2 BED, 1 bath, fully furnished plus many extras, 10X24 deck, gated family community, 956-994-1530.

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finished Texas room, (new metal roofs, carpet, hot water heater), all windows have sun screens, Chimney Park Lot #184, Mission, TX, 231-286-0993. 1998, 30’ LEGDGER, 2 tip outs, 2nd roof, 22’ screen room, shed, very good condition, Sundance RV Village lot 26, Harlingen, 918-557-3434. 1999 CHARIOT EAGLE Park Model, top of the line with new roof, shed, carport, new washer, dryer, furnished, many upgrades, Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 651-2782868. 2003 35FT, 2 bumpouts, new double roof, screened porch, shed, 55+ park, 29349 Orange Grove Rd Lot 9, La Feria, Texas, $13,800 OBO, 785-565-2365. 2006 WITH SHED in Seven Oaks Park beside golf course, excellent condition, $25,999, 306-698-7888. 2002 HY-LINE w/deck, screen porch, 14’ slide, awnings, 3 sheds, a/c, v.g. cond, par 3 golf, $13,900, Mercedes, 956-202-6473. IN FRIENDLY CITRUS Valley 55+ RV Park in McAllen, good condition, near recreation hall and laundry, central air, nice patio, planter across front and shed, asking $16,900, call Phyllis 651-269-2337. READY TO MOVE in 2002 Chariot 12X39, like new, central heat, central air, roofing and siding windows and water heater, all three years old also included pair cement steps, carport shed, one bedroom, one

bath, semi-furnished, price $22,500, Casa del Valle Lot #38, phone 715-302-2246. 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. 2001 CELEBRITY, 36FT., 2 tipouts, $10,000 OBO, Acacia Park, Alamo, TX, 660-7073616. SPLIT RAIL PARK Lot 199, 1998 Kroff park model, 12X32 with 11X33 Texas room, excellent condition, 50 ampere power, furnished, washer/dryer, 40 gal. water tank, 6X6 shed, air conditioning, $18,900 OBO, Bob 306-537-0716. PARK MODEL WITH Texas room, furnished, new AC & heat, washer & dryer, 2 TV’s, $24,900 OBO, call 956-451-9579. 2008 SANDPIPER, 41 ft. Park Model, towable, 2 large slides, fully equipped and furnished, $19,050. Available immediately.417-399-5914 and 417-399 -5917. FURNISHED 14’X38’ roofover, covered patio, large carport, sheds, many 2015 upgrades, new fridge, Mission, 479-270-8971.

SERVICES INCOME TAX SERVICE, your place or mine, E-File, all states, 40 years experience, call for an appointment, 715-850-1481. MINNESOTA MAN IS back. The 11th yr to fix & install your floors, cr tile, carpet, vi-

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TRAVEL TRAILERS 2007 PROWLER 290 FKS Travel Trailer; 31’ 11”, 7,300LBS Dry Weight, New A/C Unit, Front Kitchen, Abundant Counter Space, Front Window, Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dinette/ Bed, Sofa/Bed, PassThrough Bath, Glass Shower Doors, Wardrobe, Walk-Around Queen Bed, Jensen Stereo System. Was $16,900 SALE PRICE $12,900 Gooding RV Center Mission, Tx (956)-585-4481. 2009 ROCKWOOD SIGNATURE Ultra Lite 8319SS. 33’, Weighs 2,780 LBS, 2 Slide Outs, Front Living Room, 2 Swivel Rockers,

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