We’re just connecting the dots
WINTER TEXAN
Your Connection to the Rio Grande Valley
As I read through the stories in this issue of Welcome Home Winter Texan, I felt overwhelming gratitude. You may not hear it as often as you should, but not only do all of you spending the winter months with us contribute an incredible amount of money to our economy, but you also contribute an incredible amount of volunteer time across the Rio Grande Valley, and it doesn’t go unnoticed. From loom knitting, knitting, and crocheting hats, scarves, and blankets for the Donation Chest at The Lamb’s Loom to making quilts for our cherished veterans and helping at the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, you make a significant impact on the lives of more people than you will ever know.
This issue also reminded me of all the fun you (our Winter Texans, Converted Texans, and local retirees) have every day. This week, you’ll read about a Rubber Ducky Derby, a quilt show on South Padre Island, an upcoming Irish Fest in McAllen, and a new Land & Sea tour planned for the fall.
It doesn’t have to be Thanksgiving to say thank you. I actually want to say it to all of you in every column. Thank you for choosing South Texas. Thank you for reminding us how many ways there are to have fun. And thank you for your generosity—monetarily and with your time.
I have the best job in the world!
We’re just connecting the dots…
Indoor kite flying requires a great deal of skill and will be featured at the upcoming SPI Indoor Kite Festival.
SPI Kite Show Features Top Performers, Shows
Story by Ric Cavazos
Photos courtesy of SPI Indoor Kite Festival
Susie and Bill Doan settled on South Padre Island in the late 1990s, deciding to turn a hobby into a business.
The Ohio transplants were too young for retirement back then and saw, on the Island, an opportunity to fill a niche with an SPI kite shop. They favored traditional kite flying but did dabble in kiteboarding in the early years of their business, B&S Kites. The Doans would sell off that part of their business to focus on the traditional kite flying they so enjoyed.
Their insights on kite flying and how to utilize the usually gusty Island winds built up a following among visitors and local residents alike. The idea of having a festival arose, and the Doans decided to make a go of it.
“It all started with a love to fly kites on the Island,” Susie Doan said. “Then, one year, we started thinking about making a festival out here and seeing how many people would come out.”
It turned out many did. For 15-plus years, the
The SPI Indoor Kite Festival draws a full house and rapt attention from spectators.
Doans hosted and organized outdoor kite festivals on the Island. It would become an event enjoyed by all ages and groups, including Winter Texans. In recent years, the Doans have moved their festival indoors, first in Port Isabel and now to the South Padre Island Convention Center. The latest edition
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Spectators watch intently as a flyer puts on a demonstration at an indoor kite festival on South Padre Island.
of the SPI Indoor Kite Festival is coming up, with performances on February 3 and the following day, the 4th, with show times going from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
“We are bringing people from all over the country to the festival,” Doan said. “Our performers are the best of the best.”
Skilled Flyers
Indoor kite shows are an entirely different type of event compared to the outdoor festivals.
The indoor events feature performers who are skilled at their craft and incorporate choreographed dance routines into their shows. Indoor kites are lighter in weight and are made of materials that make them easier to manipulate. Still, the degree of skill required to put on an indoor kite show is considerable, given the variety of talents it takes to stage a performance.
“Not everyone has the skill to create their own wind,” Doan said of the indoor kite fliers. “With their movements, they create wind as they swish their kites in the air.”
Videos of performances in recent years at the SPI Convention Center show crowds at rapt attention as the indoor flyers move across the floor, guiding and directing their kites to music during their routines. Every seat is filled, and the event has become popular among Winter Texans.
The 2025 SPI Indoor Kite Fest will feature some of the best at what they do. National champion John Barresi is returning for another performance. Paul LaMasters from Germantown, Maryland, is a fan favorite and will be back at the Island for more performances.
“We are pleasantly surprised by the reception,” Doan said of the indoor shows. “It has grown more than we anticipated. The City (South Padre Island) has been supportive after we saw the need to move it somewhere with more seating, (after first show in Port Isabel).”
Big Shows
This year’s event will feature two different themes.
February 3, a Monday, the theme is “A Tribute to the Big Screen” and music from some classic movies. The following night, February 4, the music used for the performances will be “Texas Skies & Island Vibes.” The latter night, Doan said, will have “a Hispanic flair,” along with dashes of country music. There will be a special effects finale, when the lights will go off and the kites and performers will be lighted for a spectacular conclusion to a fun event.
Tickets are $15 per person and $25 for both events. Advance tickets are required. Call B&S Kites at 956-761-1248 for reservations. •
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Keep McAllen Beautiful Meet the Artist
Keep McAllen Beautiful (KMB) introduces the artists behind the irrigation pipe masterpieces through their Meet the Artist series. Look for Meet the Artist in our issues throughout the 2024 – 2025 season.
Caasi Vasquez
Caasi Vasquez graduated last year from Jimmy Carter Early College High School with in La Joya ISD with an associate degree from South Texas College. She studied art throughout middle and high school. She loves creating when it comes to painting and to baking. One day, Caasi hopes to be a professional baker, combining her artistic talent with her career.
You can see Caasi’s masterpieces for yourself on Auburn Avenue between 23rd and 29th and on Brand Drive and 23rd. •
Winter Texan Spotlight Puzzles and Mystery
by Eryn Reddell Wingert
Julia Lane Cooper creates puzzling scenarios and a whole lot of drama. Last summer, Winter Texans were on her mind. She thought, “It would be really cool to have something to keep our community members engaged with the Winter Texan lifestyle.”
That notion sparked two volumes of Winter-Texanthemed puzzle books “designed to stimulate the wonderful minds of the 55+ community of Winter Texans in the RGV!”
The books include crosswords, word searches, word scrambles, number games, and even coloring pages, riding the popular trend of coloring as a relaxing pastime for adults.
The puzzles are geared primarily toward South Texas themes. “I tried to theme each puzzle from an aspect of Winter Texan life,” says Cooper. Some of the crossword clues include “Birds and Winter Texans Do It” and “Grab your boots and get to scootin.”
And word searches include such themes as “RGV Cities” and “This is the Life.”
Entertaining during the Winter Texan season in the Rio Grande Valley is the life for Cooper, who stays at Park Place Estates in Harlingen. She is a vocalist and has been performing here for the past three years. But this season, she has injected a bit more drama.
“I started out doing happy hours and dances, occasional shows, but one day I wanted to put on something a little different,” she shares. So she put on a Murder Mystery Party for her park.
It was well received and inspired Cooper to write scripts with characters, backgrounds, storylines, and props. Attendees who want to participate receive information and lines at the start of the party. Cooper performs, an “event” occurs--that may or may not be a murder--and using clues, the audience has to figure out the “who done it.”
“The themes stem from the things that I love and that I think Winter Texans would love,” says Cooper. One of her particular favorites was the first one she did focusing on 1920s prohibition; another was set on a cruise ship.
Audience participation is encouraged, with the option to take part or dress up, according to the night’s theme. Cooper hopes to continue to share puzzles and mysteries next season, with plans for two new murder-mystery scripts. For more information visit julialanecooper.com. •
Spotted by RGV
McAllen, Texas
By Eryn Reddell Wingert
This butterfly is a guava skipper, according to iNaturalist.org, spotted late last year in a McAllen, Texas, backyard garden. Butterflies are commonly found yearround in the Rio Grande Valley, especially if your garden or plant pots are home to nectar-producing plants. This particular plant is a red porter weed and attracts all kinds of species. Guava skippers are found in South Texas, Mexico, and Central America.
Hello Travel Friends A Fall Foliage Vacation for the Books
Dear Travel Friends,
When I was growing up, we took two family vacations every summer. One was a “relax” vacation somewhere with a beach or a lake where we could just hang out and be together. The other was what my mom called a “Discover America Trip!” These consisted of visiting tourist spots and learning about all the history in our country. Surprisingly, the ones I enjoyed and remember the most were the sightseeing historical adventures.
I travel quite a bit, and, although I love a long flight to somewhere far away, I’ve learned over the years that there is so much to see within the United States. Somehow, in all the travels I did with my family growing up, we never made it to Boston. This summer, I took a trip up there to check it all out and get the details on how to create a great itinerary for my retired friends down here. I loved it so much we have decided to turn Boston into our next Land and Sea cruise adventure.
September 2025, we will be taking a group of travelers on a great fall foliage cruise out of Boston. The itinerary is phenomenal and hits all those cozy fall vibes. The one port of call I’m dying to get to is Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island. I fell in love with the idea of this magical place reading and watching the Anne of Green Gables books, as a kid. The colors of the fall leaves and the stunning ocean views in those stories were the perfect backdrop to the charming story of Anne. One of the famous quotations in this novel is, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” ~Lucy Maud
Montgomery. I am beyond excited to finally check that off my wish list and see it myself. It won’t surprise you much to know that Boston has a lot to offer, and getting around to see it all can be a hassle--and a lot of walking. On the itinerary we have lined up, we’ll take the stress out of getting around and make sure you get a chance to see the highlights before we get ourselves on the cruise ship to relax for a week. We’ll participate in the Boston Tea Party experience, take a dinner cruise on the harbor, and have a guide take us on a driving and walking tour of the Freedom Trail.
The questions I keep getting are how to get there, and what if I’m not in Texas yet in the fall?
The great thing behind these Land and Sea trips in the summer and fall is that you can come from anywhere. If you’re in Minnesota, Kansas City, or Texas, it doesn’t matter. The airfare is not part of this package, so if people want to arrive early, drive their own cars, or anything else--that works. You basically plan to meet us there, and, once you arrive at the hotel, we’ll take it from there and make sure you’re having the best time. If you love to travel, have a group of friends to travel with, or want to meet new friends while traveling, this is going to be one you don’t want to miss! I even have my parents coming along on this one. (I guess it counts as a “Discover America” vacation AND a “relax” vacation!
If you have any questions, give me a call at 956-687-5115 or send me an email at sarah@ welcomehomergv.com. •
~Sarah Denzer, tour manager
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February Programs at Bentsen-RGV State Park
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
Fun and informative programs for all ages are held at Bentsen-RGV State Park. Scheduled programs are free with Park admission. Reservations are required for some programs. All programs will meet at the tram turnaround at Park Headquarters, unless otherwise specified. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at 956584-9156. Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is located at 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission.
Park grounds are open 7 a.m.-10 p.m. The Park store is open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The tram transportation service is available daily from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The tram leaves from HQ on the hour.
• Bird Walks – Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 8:30
a.m.
• Reading with a Ranger –Saturday, February 8 at 10:30 a.m. - Meets at La Familia Nature Center near the Park entrance. Reservations are required. Signup begins on the first of the month.
• Wild Wellness – Friday. February 21 at 8:30 a.m. Reservations are required. Signup begins on the first of the month.
Visit the Bentsen-RGV State Park website or its Facebook page to see the calendar and to register. •
Terrarium Building Workshop
February 8
in San Benito
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
Please join us for an upcoming Terrarium Building Workshop hosted by Cameron County Master Gardener Elvia Berry. The workshop will be held at the Cameron County Extension Office, 1390 W. Expressway 83 in San Benito, Saturday, February 8, from 9 a.m.to noon. The cost for the workshop is $50, and all materials will be provided. At this hand-on workshop, you’ll discover the art of creating your own terrarium by building a small, self-sustaining ecosystem that brings a touch of nature into your everyday space. Seats are limited, so be sure to register using the QR code. Please call the Cameron County Extension Office at 956-
Rubber Ducky, You’re The One Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
January 13 is National Rubber Ducky Day. Bit-O-Heaven held its 1st Rubber Ducky Day Derby at the indoor pool. This was a fundraiser event hosted by Jerry and Kathryn Webber. Small rubber ducks were sold for $1 each for five weeks. A total of 1,592 ducks were sold. The ducks were divided into 12 heats and a final winner heat. Owners put their lot number on their ducks. The ducks were moved from the starting end of the pool to the finish end by the water aerobics ladies sitting on the edge and kicking the water. The first, second, and third place ducks received cash prizes. Money raised will be used for a bench honoring veterans, and benches on the walking paths at Bit-O-Heaven. Rubber Ducky Day Derby winners: 1st Bob and Donna Brown, 2nd Joe and Teresa Kidd, and 3rd Dan and Sue DeGard.
Residents can’t wait for the 2nd Annual Rubber Ducky Day Derby next January. •
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Perspectives
God’s Pruning
by Sheila Freeland, chaplain’s wife
While walking our beautiful dog, Abby…Wait! Let’s be honest…she walks me…I had been noticing a bush that had been pruned and had begun new growth. What I didn’t expect was the different look in the new growth. It was a completely different color than before. The original leaves were a dark green, and the new ones were a beautiful crimson red. Still the same plant, but that pruning resulted in change. Naturally, we see growth as a sign of success and health, so why on earth would we cut it off? When you look into when and why a gardener prunes, we find it often is done during a dormant season, a season when there is no growth because it is when branches are empty that you see the structure for what it is and can easily see dead branches that could possibly be a safety risk for self or others--branches with disease, branches that are headed in the wrong direction, and branches that may be weak and vulnerable to pests.
It is the same with our own lives. Are you dragging around a “dead branch”? Maybe you have an old wound from the past, an unhealthy relationship, an attitude that has coined you “Negative Nancy,” or anything that is keeping you from growing toward God. Many times we are afraid to give up what we know for something new because-for most of us--change is hard. We all need to allow God to examine us and to prune off what’s dead and not producing good fruit. In John 15, verse 2, He says, “Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth
it, that it may bring forth more fruit.” In His words God is telling us there is a purpose for the pruning, which is hindering our growth. So once that is taken away, we can grow into what He wants and go in the direction He needs. Is this process easy? Not usually. Does it hurt? Typically. Will you always understand why? No. So let this be a reminder for when it’s painful, when you are hurting, when you are struggling to understand…that God needed to cut off the dead branch, remove the disease, remove the obstacle of hinderance to get you to focus on His plan and the direction He wants to take you. Ask, “Lord, do I need pruning?”
Dios le Bendiga (God Bless You) •
Pastor Branden and Sheila Freeland serve as pastors at Fig Tree RV Resort and Park Place, both in Harlingen, through Christian Resort Ministries. They are also missionaries to Mexico through their ministry, SONshine Ministries. Contact them at brandenfreeland@sonshineministries.net, or to learn more, go to SONshineMinistries.net.
January 13, residents from Pleasant Valley Resort (PVR) in Mission spent the afternoon volunteering at the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley. The Food Bank, located in Pharr, partners with more than 275 nonprofit agencies to assist families in Hidalgo, Cameron,and Willacy counties. For every hour someone volunteers, the Food Bank is able to provide an additional 105 meals for the community. The residents of PVR helped provide 3,938 meals and were very excited to give back to the people of the Rio Grande Valley who welcome us so warmly every winter. For more information on volunteering, visit foodbankrgv.com. •
Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild Holds Military Sew Days
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
Few things say someone cares more than a handcrafted quilt made with love and given freely from the heart. The Rio Grande Valley (RGV) Quilt Guild has had a program for many years; quilts have been made and given to veterans who reside in the RGV full time. The military service quilts are red, white, and blue and, when finished, measure 60” x 72.”
What has become known as a Military Sew Day is when quilters, as well as other volunteers, meet to construct these cloth masterpieces. On these days, those who attend work together for a single day to complete as much as possible.
Wednesday, January 15, the RGV Quilt Guild gathered for the day, as they have for quite a few years previously, to create military service quilts during a Military Sew Day at Trophy Gardens RV Resort in Alamo.
Quilters from all over the Valley, along with quilters and others from Trophy Gardens, spent the bulk of their day planning, measuring, cutting, sewing, and more to assemble these unique quilts for those who have given so much of themselves to serve our country.
Lucy Klaas, who until very recently served as the chairperson of the RGV Quilt Guild, is part of the Trophy Gardens community. She promotes the Military Service Quilt Program in Trophy Gardens, as well as throughout the RGV. Klaas explains that the requirements for receiving a military service quilt are that the person is a veteran of any branch of the military and lives full time in the RGV.
Not only has Trophy Gardens supported the Military Service Quilt Program, but the Park’s veterans who reside here full time have also been the appreciative recipients of some of these quilts.
On Veterans Day 2024, Klaas, on behalf of the RGV Quilt Guild, presented 11 Trophy Gardens veterans with their own handmade quilt. One veteran said it was one of the nicest things anyone had
Klaas reminds us that our deserving veterans who meet the residency requirement need to be nominated for a quilt. This may be done by requesting a form from the RGV Quilt Guild. •
Extra! Extra! Read All About It!
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
In case y’all missed it, we have Donation Chest news. The total for donated items last year was 5,604!
We are so very thankful to everyone for all the beautiful handmade hats, scarves, shawls, blankets, and more you so generously gave to the Donation Chest in 2024 We have heard back from many of the mission groups we serve, and they send their love and thanks from around the world to all the Donation Chest contributors.
We have started 2025 with the Donation Chest already overflowing. We hope you will join us in this new year as we #stitchitforward together and pass on the gift of giving.
We are open Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Lamb’s Loom is located at 1102 W. Tamarack Ave. in McAllen. Additional parking is available in the rear via Upas Avenue. Updates and other information are available on our website at thelambsloom.com
~ Prayers ‘n Purls! •
5th Annual South Texas Irish Festival A celebration of Irish culture, music, community
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
The South Texas Irish Festival (STXIF) returns for its highly anticipated 5th annual event Saturday, February 22, in McAllen. The festival, offering free admission and a family-friendly atmosphere, will be held indoors and outdoors with plenty of parking available for all guests.
This year’s festivities are bigger than ever, promising an exciting lineup of live entertainment, delicious food and drink, and fun activities for all ages. Whether you’re a longtime lover of Irish culture or a first-time festivalgoer, there’s something for everyone at this community celebration.
Highlights of the 5th Annual South Texas Irish Festival:
• All-day Entertainment: Enjoy a variety of live performances featuring regional musicians, dancers, and cultural showcases.
• Vendor Market: Explore a curated selection of artisan vendors offering unique Irishinspired goods, crafts, and gifts.
• Family Activities: Engage in fun, familyfriendly activities, ensuring memories for all generations.
• Whiskey Tasting: For those 21 and older, participate in an exciting Whiskey Tasting.
• Traditional Food Specials: Experience a taste of Ireland, with delicious food offerings at the
Irish-themed dishes and drinks.
• Afterparty at 7 p.m.: Cap off the day with a relaxed, social Irish Music Session in the Cambria Hotel Lobby, a fun gathering of musicians, dancers, and spectators.
• Stay in Style: Host Hotel Special Rates: Festivalgoers can enjoy convenient accommodations at the Cambria Hotel McAllen Convention Center, our official host hotel for the event. Special Irish Fest rates are available. Call 956-618-7207 to reserve your room today!
A Tradition of Celebrating Irish Culture
The South Texas Irish Festival has grown year after year, bringing the best of Irish culture to the Rio Grande Valley through a blend of traditional music, food, dance, and drink. From pop-up exhibits to engaging family activities, STXIF continues to expand, offering world-class performances, exciting tastings, and inclusive facilities for all to enjoy.
Join us for an unforgettable celebration of Irish heritage, culture, and community at the 5th Annual South Texas Irish Festival Saturday, February 22. Bring the whole family and make memories that will last a lifetime.
For more information and updates, visit facebook.com/mcallenia or follow us on instagram @mcallenia. •
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Join Us In the Main Hall Hamburger Night
Every Monday 4:30-5:30pm Monday Night Jam from 5:30-7:30pm
El Nino Golf Course
Open All Day Sat & Sun
Open Noon to Dusk Mon-Fri
SCRAMBLES 9:15 am Mon, Wed, Fri Ladies Scrambles 9:30 am Thurs
Friday Fish Fry Dec 6 - Mar 28 4:30-5:30pm
UTRGV Arts Presents Spanish Nights
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
UTRGV Ballet Folklorico
UTRGV Performing Arts Complex
1201 W University Dr., Edinburg
Friday January 31
Starts: 7:30 p.m.
Ends: 9 p.m.
Ballet Español provides students the opportunity to study the art of Spanish dance, which encompasses a great range of styles, such as bailes folkloricos, representing different regions of Spain; flamenco, the art of the gypsies of Spain and its “palos,” such as Alegrias, Tangos, Solea, Bulerias, and Siguiriyas; and Escuela Bolera, a style of classical dance and music from the 18th and 19th centuries, where classical ballet principles of turnout combine typical Spanish arm movements-with castanets and flamenco footwork and folkloric steps--to create classical Spanish dance works like La Boda de Luis Alonso. The Ballet Español presents formal public concerts and school concerts every spring and smaller events on campus and for the community throughout the year.
Join us for a stunning display of Spanish dancing performed by UTRGV Ballet Español, as well as live singing and music by Chayito Champion, vocalist, and Steve Arispe on guitar.
Parking is complimentary after 5 p.m. General admission is $15. Admission for adults 65+ is $10.Tickets can be purchased at showpass. com/dance-ballet-espanol-spanish-nights. For questions, please contact the Dance Department at 956-665-2230 or 956-665-3881. •
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Retama Village, Mission
$137,000
$21,900
This 2012 unit is spacious, very well maintained and move in ready. The kitchen has beautiful maple colored wood cabinets, a food pantry, all major appliances and a gas stove top. A bonus 7x9 laundry room with a large storage closet, washer and dryer included! The exterior shed is also included! Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-6112
Looking for a diamond in the rough? Your search is over! This lovely 2 bedroom 2 bathroom mobile home, located in the esteemed 55+ community of Wagon City South is perfect for you! Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
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FANTASTIC 2 bed/2 bath 2014 Oak Creek 1300 sqft Home located in McAllen Mobile park. This home is FULL of upgrades including: new roof, new carport, porcelain tile flooring, Safe-Step Walk-in jetted tub/ shower combo, double panes storm windows, 8” insulated walls, new A/C, new washer/dryer, and a 5-stage reverse osmosis water system. A Must See!!! Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
Live your retirement dreams in this 3BR (or 2BR + office) home in Retama Village features an open floorplan and courtyard for indoor/outdoor living. Enjoy a spacious garage with HVAC, a pergola-covered courtyard, and solar panels with low electricity bills. HOA covers landscape maintenance. Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, (956) 900-8487
Hidden Valley Ranch, Mission
Hidden Valley Ranch, Mission
$110,000
$179,900
Come and check out this 1 bedroom 1 bathroom 2004 Oak Creek (16 x 48) Energy Star home. The home includes a Kinetico water softener, Reverse Osmosis, a natural gas Generac and a new Carrier HVAC system. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
Are you tired of seeing the same old thing? This 2019 2 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home will check everything off your list and more! Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
Location, location. location! This RV Casita has one of the most coveted locations in the community. Lots of extras -- pergola, storage sheds, whole house 18 kw Generac generator and gutters making it better than new! All appliances convey. FHU for your RV, but you do not have to have an RV to enjoy this fabulous home. Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487
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Wagon City South, Mission
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RV Porthome recently remodeled inside & out with large, fenced yard. Large 2 story storage area/ workshop with an additional 12x18 storage building for plenty of storage. Gail Gallagher, TREC797370, (816) 916-5583
This must-see home is located in Wagon City South, a friendly 55+ community. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home comes furnished and is movein ready. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
Restful Valley Ranch, Mission
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You will love this home! The open floorplan lives much larger than the square footage. Updated paint inside and out, roof, windows, irrigation and landscaping. A mini split HVAC was also added to the garage. Enjoy worry free living in this beautiful home. Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, (956) 900-8487
Come check out this cozy mobile home located in Restful Valley Ranch. This 14x42, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom home sits in the center of the 3 lots. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
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Stop! This is the perfect find, you must check out this 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom casita! Not only is it visually pleasing with its modern architecture and professional landscaping, it’s also functional, including an RV pad with full hook-ups. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
Have I got the PERFECT place for YOU!! This 1 bedroom/1 bathroom built in 2000 is fully furnished and 100% turn key ready and even includes plate ware, glassware, and silverware! The outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy warm South Texas breezes with neighbors and friends. Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
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This freshly painted RV porthome in Retama Village features 4 bedrooms, 2 bonus spaces, a 2-car garage, and covered RV port with hookups. Enjoy an open floorplan, high ceilings, a private backyard oasis, and community amenities. HOA covers landscape maintenance. Call to see your dream home! Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, (956) 900-8487
Wagon City South, Mission
$58,500
This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on an oversized corner lot with so much to offer, all conveniently located in Wagon City South a active 55+ community. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
This updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom furnished mobile is located in an active 55+ guarded gate community. Walk into this beautiful home and fall in love! Features updated from 2021/2022 include a renovated kitchen (Painted cabinets and walls, new granite countertops, sink, faucet, disposal, dishwasher, and fridge) a fresh coat of paint in the living room, flooring, 2 mini splits, water heater, water softener, and even exterior features like the screened in porch, extended concrete, and northside fencing with gate. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
$129,900 $189,000
Hidden Valley Ranch, Mission
Alamo Country Club
$76,000
Beautiful 2 bed/2 bath in Alamo Country Club with Texas Room, screened back patio including mini-dog park, large primary bedroom, 2 living spaces on the golf course! Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
Searching for a gated 55+ community to settle down in? Then stop and check out this 2 bedroom 1.5 bath mobile home. Step inside and experience the bright and airy front living space and the lovely eat-in kitchen that provides the perfect combination of functionality and comfort. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
$110,000 $135,000
Location, Location, Location! Own an RV and looking for a great place to park? Come check out this property, located in the 55+ community of Llano Grande Resort, where you own your lot! RV pad hook-ups included 30 amp and 50 amp services and a storage shed with 220vac connection. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
Interested in finding a new place to call your own? This 14 x 66 SCHULT 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on a corner land and is a must see! Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
Wagon City South, Mission
Adobe Wells, McAllen
$115,000
Located in a active 55+ community of Wagon City South, this well-preserved 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on a corner lot and is fully furnished and is move-in ready. The open-concept living and dining space is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing alone. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
WOWSA - This large renovated and remodeled 2 bd/2bath mobile home in Adobe Wells Country Club in McAllen comes fully furnished with a golf cart and features Generac whole home generator. This active 55+ community has golf, pool, billiards and more... Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
Retama Village, Mission
Retama Village, Mission
McAllen Mobile Park, McAllen
Llano Grande Resort, Mercedes
Alamo Country Club, Alamo
Llano Grande Resort, Mercedes
Retama Village, Mission
Wagon City South, Mission
Retama Village, Mission
Wagon City South, Mission
DANCES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS
Calendar of Events
Wednesday • Jan 29, 2025
All You Can Eat Breakfast 7:30 AM
Enchanted Valley Ranch Mission (956) 5198597 $8
Wednesday Breakfast 7:30 AM Bentsen
Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Pickleball On Padre Tournament 8:00 AM
South Padre Island Convention SPI (413) 8960756
Plus Square Dance 10:00 AM Tropic Star RV
Resort Pharr (956) 874-8264
2 Hour Riverside Dreamer River Tour 10:30
AM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477
SOLD OUT Bayside Music Festival 11:00
AM Louie’s Backyard SPI (956) 687-5115 $25
Burgers & Fries 11:30 AM Chimney Park
MHC Mission (956) 585-5061 $8
Acoustic Jam 12:30 PM Quiet Village II
Subdivision Donna
Annual Kansas Day Luncheon 12:30 PM
Peter Piper Pizza-Weslaco (913) 369-5669
Jam Session 12:30 PM Trails End Resort
Weslaco (956) 968-5051
Music Jam 12:30 PM Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-7448
Looking for something to do here in the Rio Grande Valley? Our calendar of events has been the go-to source for our retirees to check out the lighter side of the Valley. For more information on submitting your events and activities, please email calendar@welcomehomergv.com. The deadline for submission is Fridays at 5:00pm.
Big Band Jam 1:00 PM Valley View Estates
Mission (956) 580-0428
Jam Session 1:00 PM Heritage Square
Mission (651) 249-3129
Open Music Jam 1:00 PM Chimney Park
MHC Mission (402) 630-0492
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM
Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
Jam Session 1:30 PM Park Place Estates RV
Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414
Happy Hour w/Chris Moreau 3:00 PM
Leisure World Weslaco (956) 968-8412
Karaoke DJ 3:00 PM McAllen Mission RV
Resort Mission (720) 253-8608
Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 3:30 PM
Paradise South RV Resort Mercedes (956) 565-2044 PTH
Happy Hour w/The Buck Hollow Band 4:00
PM Aladdin Villas Mission (956) 580-0428 PTH
Pancake Supper 4:30 PM Big Valley RV Park
Donna (319) 330-7724 $8
“The Piano Man” 5:00 PM Tequila Sunset
South Padre SPI (956) 761-6198
Root Beer Floats 6:00 PM Split Rail RV Park
Mission (956) 585-8135 $2
Vee’s Karaoke 6:00 PM McAllen Elks Lodge McAllen (956) 686-3902
Square Dance - MS & Plus w/Rounds 6:30 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918
Anthony Hernandez Illusions 7:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park McAllen (405) 3158575 $10
Dance w/Rewind 7:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort Alamo (956) 787-7717 $10
Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 7:00 PM Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959
Dave Perryman 7:00 PM San Juan Gardens San Juan (956) 781-1082 $10
Encore Concert-Great Balls of Fire 7:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4137
Justin Terry 7:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen (956) 682-8081 $10
Lady & The Outlaw 7:00 PM Paradise Park RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-6881
Mark Merchant Ventriloquist 7:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 $10
JAM SESSIONS SALES MEALS
Mountain Highway 7:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (701) 269-1045 $10
Rick McEwen 7:00 PM Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 $10
Squeezebox w/Mollie B 7:00 PM Fiesta Village Mission (956) 585-9264 TBD
Thursday • Jan 30, 2025
Biscuits & Gravy 7:30 AM Lamplighter MH
Subdivision Palmview
Craft Show w/Lunch 8:00 AM Greengate Grove Palmview (956) 540-8463
Pickleball On Padre Tournament 8:00 AM
South Padre Island Convention SPI (413) 8960756
Bluegrass Jam 9:00 AM Lamplighter MH
Subdivision Palmview
Pancake Breakfast 9:00 AM The Grove San Juan (608) 317-7829 Varies
Advanced Square Dance Workshop 10:00
AM Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 874-8264
Ladies Luncheon w/Ron Moshier 10:00 AM
Southern Comfort RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140 $20
Thursday Lunch 11:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Jam Lunch 11:30 AM Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839
Jam Session 12:30 PM Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839
Jam Session 1:00 PM Leisure World Weslaco (956) 968-8412
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM
Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
The Lady & The Outlaw 1:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477
Acoustic Bluegrass Jam 1:30 PM VIP La Feria RV Park West La Feria (940) 453-0196
“The Piano Man” 3:00 PM Louie’s Backyard SPI (956) 761-6406
3 Fools on 3 Stools 3:00 PM Snow to Sun RV
Resort Weslaco (956) 968-0322 $10
Ron Moshier 3:00 PM Southern Comfort RV
Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140
Dinner and Mystery Theatre 4:00 PM Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959 $15
Smash Burger Dinner 4:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch Mission (563) 343-1566
Soup Supper 4:30 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 $4
Happy Hour w/Jose Villarreal 5:00 PM Llano
Grande Resort Mercedes (956) 565-2638 PTH
Acoustic Jam Session 6:00 PM Palm Gardens
RV and MH Park Harlingen (956) 423-7670
Country Jam 6:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch Mission (956) 519-3339
Jam Session 6:00 PM Victoria Palms RV Resort
Donna (956) 464-7801 Free
Spiders of the Rio Grande Valley 6:00 PM
Quinta Mazatlan McAllen (956) 681-3370
Country, Big Band, Variety Jam 6:30 PM
La Hacienda Estates Alamo (612) 644-1753
Altamura Winery Wine Dinner 7:00 PM
Santa Fe Steakhouse & Cantina McAllen (956) 630-2331
Anthony Hernandez Illusions 7:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort San Benito (956) 399-5125
$10/1$2
Dance w/Diego & Edith 7:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760
$8
Dance w/Justin Terry 7:00 PM Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740
$9
Dance w/Rewind 7:00 PM Paradise Park RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-6881
Dance w/Ron Moshier 7:00 PM Eldorado Acres Palmview (956) 581-6718 $9
Encore Concert-Great Balls of Fire 7:00
PM Country Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4137 Varies
Mary Chamberlin’s Southern Express 7:00
PM Winter Ranch RV Resort Alamo (956) 781-1358 $8
Presentation of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” 7:00 PM Lopez Early College High School (956) 982-7400 $14/$16
Continued on the next page
Quilt Show & Craft Sale
Orange Grove RV Park
5005 E State Hwy 107 Edinburg,TX
Thursday, February 1 st, 2024 8:00am to 12:30pm
Donations requested
Over 30 Quilts on display (some Quilts for sale)
Homemade Caramel Rolls 8am to 10am
Lunch 11am – 12:30pm (Homemade Soup and Sandwiches)
DANCES
Continued
Calendar of Events
Pickleball On Padre Tournament 8:00 AM South Padre Island Convention SPI (413) 896-0756
Blood Drive 9:00 AM Greengate Grove Palmview (956) 540-8463
Patio Sale 9:00 AM Palm Resaca Mobile Home Park Brownsville (956) 546-7423
McAllen CarFest 10:00 AM McAllen Convention Center McAllen (956) 681-3800
Jam Session 12:30 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-5484
Music Jam 1:00 PM Split Rail RV Park Palmview (956) 585-7011
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
Friday Fish Fry 3:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477
Live Music 3:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-1033
Country Jam Meal 4:00 PM Hiddne Valley Ranch Mission (717) 877-8375
Fish Fry 5:00 PM McAllen Elks Lodge McAllen (956) 686-3902 $12
Karaoke 5:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918
ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS
Country Jam 5:30 PM Hidden Valley Ranch
Mission (717) 877-8375
Dance w/Randy Webb 6:00 PM Greengate Grove Palmview (956) 540-8463 $9
Karaoke 6:30 PM Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959
Route 66 6:30 PM McAllen Elks Lodge McAllen (956) 686-3902
Anthony Hernandez Illusions 7:00 PM Rio Valley Estates Weslaco (816) 616-8320 $10
Big Band Jam 7:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort
Donna (956) 597-6900
Concert Series: Great Balls of Fire 7:00 PM
Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918
$22, $24,$25
Dance w/Bruce Boudreau 7:00 PM Casa Del Sol
Donna (956) 464-2272 $8
Dance w/Denim & Lace 7:00 PM Park Place
Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414
$10/$12
Dance w/Diego & Edith 7:00 PM Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 $8
Dance w/Poison Ivey 7:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 $10
Dance w/Retro Rockers 7:00 PM Ranchero Village Senior Resort Weslaco (956) 968-6223
$10
Dance w/Rewind 7:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (701) 269-1045 $10
Dance w/Steven May 7:00 PM Texas Trails RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-6538 $8
Dance w/Sweetwater 7:00 PM Fiesta Village Mission (956) 585-9264 $10
Dance w/Texas Wheels 7:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort San Benito (956) 399-5125 $8
Dance w/The Buck Hollow Band 7:00 PM Country Palms RV Park San Juan (956) 787-0680 $8
Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers 7:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703 $12
Dance w/Vinyl Spin 7:00 PM Alamo Rose RV Resort Alamo (956) 783-2600 $10
Dance w/The Warman Trio 7:00 PM Bentsen Palm RV Park Mission (956) 585-0541 $9/$10 Jonny Bird 7:00 PM Eastgate RV Park Harlingen (956) 423-3137 $12
Justin Terry 7:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-5484 $10/$12
Kai Kamaka 7:00 PM Winter Green Estates Mission (956) 322-7434 $9
Mountain Highway 7:00 PM Eldorado Acres Palmview (956) 581-6718 $10
Presentation of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” 7:00 PM 7:00 PM Lopez Early College High School (956) 982-7400 $14/$16
The Camille Playhouse presents: OKLAHOMA 7:00 PM Camille Lightner Playhouse Brownsville (956) 542-8900 $25
UTRGV Dance: Ballet Espanol- Spanish Nights 7:30 PM UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Edinburg (956) 665-3881 $10 Friday • Jan 31, 2025
Dance w/Rusty Rierson 7:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park Alamo (605) 216-6703 $9
JAM SESSIONS SALES MEALS
Saturday • Feb 1 2025
La Hacienda Annual Park Sale 7:00 AM La Hacienda Estates Alamo (309) 337-8711
Annual Flea Market 7:00 AM Wagon City South Mission
Saturday Breakfast 7:00 AM Eldorado Acres Palmview (956) 581-6718
Breakfast Saturday’s 8:00 AM Chimney Park MHC Mission (956) 585-5061 $7
Craft Show 8:00 AM Chimney Park MHC Mission (956) 585-5061
Garage Sale 8:00 AM Texas Trails RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-6538
Pickleball On Padre Tournament 8:00 AM South Padre Island Convention SPI (413) 8960756
Rock Club Show 8:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Yard Sale 8:00 AM Bentsen Palm RV Park Mission (956) 585-0541
Craft Fair & Breakfast Burritos 8:30 AM Pharr South Pharr (218) 820-2208
City of Harlingen Market Days 9:00 AM
Downtown Harlingen (956) 216-4910
Pop Up Book Sale 10:00 AM McAllen Public Library (956) 681-3000
Growing Wildflowers Workshop 10:30 AM
Quinta Mazatlan McAllen (956) 681-3370
Big Band Variety Jam 1:00 PM Trails End Resort Weslaco (956) 968-5051
Jolly Huntsman 1:00 PM Riverside Club
Mission (956) 581-1033
Luau Party w/Kai 1:00 PM Split Rail RV Park
Mission (956) 585-8135 $12
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM
Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
Presentation of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” 3:00 PM Lopez Early College High School (956) 982-7400 $14/$16
Benefit Concert w/Rick McEwen 7:00 PM
Lakewood RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-1170
Dance w/DJ Roland 7:00 PM Eastgate RV Park Harlingen (956) 423-3137 $8
Dance w/Hot Rodz 7:00 PM Snow to Sun RV
Resort Weslaco (956) 968-0322 $8
Dance w/Midnight Mustang 7:00 PM Valley View Estates Mission (956) 580-0428 $10
Dance w/Ron Moshier 7:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort Alamo (956) 787-7717 $8
Dance w/Rusty Rierson 7:00 PM Leisure
World Weslaco (956) 968-8412
Dance w/Southern Vibe 7:00 PM Mission
West RV Resort Palmview (956) 585-5551 $8
Dance w/Sweetwater 7:00 PM El Valle Del Sol Mission (956) 585-5704 $8
Dance w/Texas Wheels 7:00 PM Casa del Valle RV Resort Alamo (956) 783-5008 $8
Dance w/The Howlers 7:00 PM Paradise
South RV Resort Mercedes (956) 565-2044 $9
Dance w/The Lockhart’s 7:00 PM Canyon Lake RV Resort Mission (956) 580-4545 $8
Dance w/Vinyl Spin 7:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort Donna (956) 597-6900 $10
Encore Concert-Great Balls of Fire 7:00 PM
Fun N Sun RV Resort San Benito (956) 3995125
Jonny Bird 7:00 PM Lemon Tree Estates Mission (419) 733-6384 $8
Mark Merchant 7:00 PM Seven Oaks Resort Mission (956) 581-0068 $10
Presence and Light - “Brownsville Makes Music!” 7:00 PM TSC Performing Arts Center Brownsville
The Warman Trio 7:00 PM Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4137 $10
UTRGV Dance: Ballet Espanol- Spanish Nights 7:30 PM UTRGV Performing Arts Complex Edinburg (956) 665-3881 $10
William Lee Martin - The Funny Life Tour 7:30 PM Cine El Rey Theatre McAllen (956) 278-0626
Pickleball On Padre Tournament 8:00 AM South Padre Island Convention SPI (413) 8960756
Port Isabel Antique & Flea Market 9:00 AM Beulah Lee Park Port Isabel (956) 943-0717
Gospel Jam 1:00 PM Leisure World Weslaco (956) 968-8412
DANCES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS
Karaoke 5:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH
Resort Donna (603) 396-2786
Gospel Jam 5:30 PM Lamplighter MH
Calendar of Events
Jam & Dance 1:00 PM Fiesta Village Mission (956) 585-9264
SRV 2nd Annual Dog Show 1:00 PM Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740
Gatos Locos 1:30 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-1033
Dave Perryman Band 2:00 PM Winter Haven Village Pharr (956) 303-4500 $10
Gel Plate Printmaking | Adult Workshop 2:00
PM International Museum of Art & Science McAllen (956) 681-2800
Gospel Jam 2:00 PM Valley View Estates Mission (956) 580-0428
Kiley & Company 2:45 PM Texas Trails RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-6538 $8
Family Feud 3:00 PM Split Rail RV Park Mission (956) 585-8135 $8
Mayham Comedy 3:00 PM Leisure World Weslaco (956) 968-8412 $9
Winter Texan Orchestra 3:00 PM Casa Del Sol Donna (956) 464-2272 PTH
Open Face Roast Beef Sandwich 4:00 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision Palmview
Murder Mystery-Speakeasy 4:30 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort Alamo (956) 781-1358 $5
Subdivision Palmview
Darlene & Kenny “The Nelsons” 6:00 PM
Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-7448
Rick McEwen The Gambler 6:00 PM Alamo
Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 787-7571 $10
Carroll Classic Countdown 6:30 PM Pharr South Pharr (218) 820-2208 $9
Anthony Hernandez Illusions 7:00 PM W and I Resort Mission (956) 585-6594 $10
Great Balls of Fire 7:00 PM Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 $21, $23, $25
Mayham Comedy 7:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort Alamo (956) 787-7717 $9/$11
Monday • Feb 3 2025
Garza “Veggie Man” Produce 12:00 PM
Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-7448
Square Dance - Beginner 12:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918
Jam Session 1:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort
Alamo (956) 787-7571
Happy Hour w/Chris Moreau 4:00 PM Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959 PTH
Meatloaf 4:00 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision Palmview
Hamburger Night 4:30 PM Mission West RV Resort Mission (956) 585-0624 $8+
COUNTRY SUNSHINE COUNTRY SUNSHINE
HAPPY HOUR Pass the Hat
Feb 6 3-4:30 PM Regan James
Monday Night Supper 4:30 PM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Country Jam 5:30 PM Lamplighter MH
Subdivision Palmview
Monday Jammers 5:30 PM Mission West RV Resort Mission (956) 585-0624
Roger Wayne 6:00 PM Hidden Valley Ranch Mission (956) 580-4477
Steven May 6:00 PM Winter Haven Village Pharr (956) 303-4500 $10
SPI Indoor Kite Fest 6:30 PM South Padre Island Convention SPI (956) 761-1248
Anthony Hernandez Illusions 7:00 PM Llano Grande Resort Mercedes (956) 565-2638
Dance w/Kenaston’s 7:00 PM Rio Valley Estates Weslaco (816) 616-8320 $9
Dance w/Rusty Rierson 7:00 PM Country
Sunshine RV Resort Weslaco (956) 969-1557
Jonny Bird 7:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort
Donna (956) 597-6900 $10
Flying Mic Night 9:00 PM The Flying Walrus McAllen (956) 627-0211
Tuesday • Feb 4 2025
Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast 9:00 AM The Grove San Juan (608) 317-7829 Varies Quilt & Hobby Show 9:00 AM Alamo Rec Veh Park Alamo (956) 787-8221
Quilt Show 10:00 AM Greengate Grove Palmview (956) 540-8463
• Feb 1 Diego & Edith $9 Hippy 70s Theme Dance
• Feb 3 Rusty Rierson $10
• Feb 8 Fabulous Cruisers $12
Feb 10 • The Lockhart’s $9 DANCES • 7-10 PM
Feb 17
• Chris Moreau $10
Feb 22
• The Agency $12
Entertainment • 7-9 PM
Feb 16 • Sister Luv $9
2025 ENCORE SPECIAL CONCERTS
Great Balls of Fire JAN 30
Britain’s Finest FEB 27
JAM SESSIONS SALES MEALS
2 Hour Riverside Dreamer River Tour 10:30 AM
Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477
Burgers 11:00 AM Oleander Acres RV Resort Mission (956) 585-9093 $7/$8
Coffee and Crochet Club 11:00 AM Palm View Branch Library McAllen (956) 681-3110
Jam Lunch 11:00 AM Roadrunner RV Resort Alamo (763) 229-5318
Trail Dance Lessons-Beginners 11:00 AM
Enchanted Valley Ranch Mission (815) 383-6783
NSP Xcel Energy Retirees Reunion 11:30 AM El Rancho Grande Restaurant San Juan (956) 929-0110
Taco Tuesday 11:30 AM Sleepy Valley Resort Mission (956) 581-1871 $8
Square Dance - Beginner 12:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918
Trail Dance Lessons-Intermediate 12:00 PM
Enchanted Valley Ranch Mission (815) 383-6783
Dance w/Tom Retka, Mike & Denny 1:00 PM
Fiesta Village Mission (956) 585-9264 $9
Jam Session 1:00 PM Roadrunner RV Resort Alamo (763) 229-5318
Jam Session 1:00 PM Oleander Acres RV Resort Mission (219) 898-0722
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
Jonny Bird 2:30 PM Pleasant Valley Resort Mission (956) 580-2940
Happy Hour w/Bruce Boudreau 3:00 PM Bit-OHeaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 PTH
Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 3:00 PM
Alamo Rose RV Resort Alamo (956) 783-2600 PTH
Winter Texas Orchestra 3:00 PM Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959 PTH
Happy Hour w/Kiley & Company 3:30 PM
Park Place Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414
Hamburger Night 4:30 PM Aladdin Villas
Mission (956) 581-1288 $8
Mardi Gras Happy Hour w/Band 956 5:00
PM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703 PTH
Jam Session 6:30 PM Country Palms RV Park
San Juan (956) 787-0680
Dance w/Texas Storm 7:00 PM Paradise Park
RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-6881
Dance w/Vintage Band 7:00 PM Trails End Resort Weslaco (956) 968-5051 $12
Fabulous Feud 7:00 PM Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 Free
Leslie Blasing & Bruce Boudreau 7:00 PM
Fun N Sun RV Resort San Benito (956) 3995125 $12/$14
Lindley Creek 7:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 $12
Mayham Comedy Show 7:00 PM Casa del Valle RV Resort Alamo (956) 783-5008 $10
The Warman Trio 7:00 PM Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 $9
FEB 4 • Texas Storm
FEB 11
The Howlers
Texas Ramblers FEB 18
Wednesday • Feb 5 2025
Wednesday Breakfast 7:30 AM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Plus Square Dance 10:00 AM Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 874-8264
2 Hour Riverside Dreamer River Tour 10:30 AM
Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477
Burgers & Fries 11:30 AM Chimney Park MHC Mission (956) 585-5061 $8
Acoustic Jam 12:30 PM Quiet Village II Subdivision Donna Jam Session 12:30 PM Trails End Resort Weslaco (956) 968-5051
Music Jam 12:30 PM Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-7448
Big Band Jam 1:00 PM Valley View Estates Mission (956) 580-0428
Jam Session 1:00 PM Heritage Square Mission (651) 249-3129
Open Music Jam 1:00 PM Chimney Park MHC Mission (402) 630-0492
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
Jam Session 1:30 PM Park Place Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414
Happy Hour w/Carroll Classic Countdown 3:00 PM Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 PTH
Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 3:00 PM Leisure World Weslaco (956) 968-8412 PTH
Jan 29 • Diego & Edith
Trio
Feb 12 • Ron Moshier* *HH is 5:30-7:00 pm
Feb 19 • The Lady & The Outlaw
FEB 5
FEB 19
KARAOKE with Deb Zest 7:00 PM
Ice Available, No Concessions Free event, tips appreciated!
Feb 20 and Mar 20
BYOB, Set-ups & Snacks
$8 Residents $7,Non-Residents $10,Electric Table $15
Wednesday, Februray 26, 2025 Continued on the next page
Craft Fair 9 AM - Noon
9 PM • $10
DANCES
Continued
Calendar of Events
Karaoke DJ 3:00 PM McAllen Mission RV Resort Mission (720) 253-8608
Happy Hour w/The Warman Trio 3:30 PM Paradise South RV Resort Mercedes (956) 565-2044 PTH
Pancake Supper 4:30 PM Big Valley RV Park Donna (319) 330-7724 $8
Happy Hour w/Denim & Lace 5:00 PM Southern Comfort RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140
Dave Perryman 6:00 PM Acacia RV Park Alamo (956) 884-0202 PTH
Root Beer Floats 6:00 PM Split Rail RV Park Mission (956) 585-8135 $2
Vee’s Karaoke 6:00 PM McAllen Elks Lodge McAllen (956) 686-3902
Square Dance - MS & Plus w/Rounds 6:30 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918
Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 7:00 PM Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959
Justin Terry 7:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (701) 269-1045 $10
Kiley & Company 7:00 PM Paradise Park RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-6881
Lindley Creek 7:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 $10
Mark Merchant 7:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort San Benito (956) 399-5125 10adv/12door
Matt Macis Show 7:00 PM Casa Del Sol Donna (956) 464-2272 $8
ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS
Mountain Highway 7:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Dance w/Hitman 7:30 PM Country Palms RV Park San Juan (956) 787-0680 $8
Thursday • Feb 6 2025
Biscuits & Gravy 7:30 AM Lamplighter MH Subdivision
Palmview
Craft Show 8:00 AM Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-5484
Craft Show 8:00 AM Rio Valley Estates Weslaco (712) 490-4260
Quilt Show & Craft Sale 8:00 AM Orange Grove RV Park Edinburg (715) 764-2611
Winter Wildlife Expo 8:00 AM South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary SPI (956) 761-6801 $10
Bluegrass Jam 9:00 AM Lamplighter MH Subdivision Palmview
Pancake Breakfast 9:00 AM The Grove San Juan (608) 317-7829 Varies
Advanced Square Dance Workshop 10:00 AM Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 874-8264
Thursday Lunch 11:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Jam Lunch 11:30 AM Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839
Jam Session 12:30 PM Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839
Jam Session 1:00 PM Leisure World Weslaco (956) 9688412
Live Music 1:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 5814477
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
Acoustic Bluegrass Jam 1:30 PM VIP La Feria RV Park
West La Feria (940) 453-0196
Happy Hour w/Bob Buttermore 3:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-0322 PTH
Happy Hour w/Curt James 3:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 PTH
Happy Hour w/Kiley & Company 4:00 PM Lakewood RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-1170
Smash Burger Dinner 4:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch
Mission (563) 343-1566
Soup Supper 4:30 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort
Donna (603) 396-2786 $4
Acoustic Jam Session 6:00 PM Palm Gardens RV and MH Park Harlingen (956) 423-7670
Country Jam 6:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch Mission (956) 519-3339
Jam Session 6:00 PM Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 Free
Kai Kamaka 6:15 PM Park Place Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414 $8/$10
Country, Big Band, Variety Jam 6:30 PM La Hacienda Estates Alamo (612) 644-1753
Anthony Hernandez Illusions 7:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-5484 $10/$12
Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 7:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918 $8
Mariachi Music Entertainment 7:00 PM Bentsen Palm RV Park Mission (956) 585-0541 $9
Mountain Highway in Concert 7:00 PM Mission Bell
Tradewinds RV Resort $10
MPL Anime / Manga Club 7:00 PM McAllen Public Library McAllen (956) 681-3000
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