Volume 8: Issue 11: December 21, 2022

Welcome Home RGV Hosts Welcome Home RGV Hosts Homecoming Dances Homecoming Dances hello

W elcome Home! Five years ago, one of my Winter Texan friends said she wished there were more local events for Winter Texans earlier in the season. It seems like January and February are jam-packed with things to do, and there is no rest for the weary. I listened, and our Winter Texan Homecoming was born! The event is simple. We have live music, camaraderie, and door prizes, but we also crown a king and queen who get nothing more than bragging rights for the duration of the season.

The criteria for the king and queen are simple: You have to have the best moves on the dance floor and you have to spend the majority of the time showing off your stuff! The decision isn’t always an easy one to make, and we love having fun with our guests.

If there is an idea you have, please be sure to let us know! We are in the business of making your time in South Texas the best it can be…and we’re always game for throwing a party!

~We’re just connecting the dots. •

Kristi

Celebrating the 2022-23 Winter Texan season

T he 5th Annual Homecoming Dance took place in the ballroom of the Mission Event Center December 6. Approximately 200 people attended, initially greeted by the signature orange carpet. rolled out for photo ops.

A large dance floor was positioned in the center of the ballroom. It was often filled, as Curt James set a fun tone, singing crowd pleasers like “Elvira” and “Good-Hearted Woman.”

Vic and Bonnie Hari of Winter Green Estates in Mission hardly

left the dance floor, coming up with dances that fit each song, including two-stepping to James’ rendition of “Mony Mony” by Billy Idol.

The Haris are always dancing. It’s been a central theme in their 55-year marriage. “We’d be on the dance floor no matter where we’re at,” said Bonnie.

The couple taught county dancing in Illinois for about 20 years and began spending winters in the Valley…well, Bonnie says, because they love to dance.

At Winter Green Estates, they teach private lessons four times a week and group sessions once a week, and they attend dances themselves three times a week.

“We’re dancing most of the time,” shared Bonnie. So it comes as no surprise--except to Vic, who said he was surprised--when the couple was crowned king and queen of the

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Homecoming Dance in Mission. The qualifying criterion: active on the dance floor.

The Haris, along with dozens of other dancers, kept shimmying, twirling, and two-stepping until James sang his final song.

Later that same week, down in Port Isabel, the second dance took place at the Port Isabel Event & Cultural Center.

“We were blown away with the attendance,” said Welcome Home RGV owner, Kristi Collier. About 100 people turned out for the inaugural event in Cameron County.

Ron and Karen Henderson of Port Isabel Park Center stood out on the dance floor at the second

event, taking the king and queen crowns, one of raffia flowers and the other a sombrero. Karen beamed with a huge smile and Ron looked surprised as their photo was snapped, post-coronation.

Of the first event of its kind in Port Isabel, Collier said, “We walked away not only with new friends but also with a number of ideas for future events.”

Both events commemorated the arrival of the Valley’s beloved Winter Texans to their winter home. “We want to give those who come early something special,” shared Collier, “and those late arrivals something to think about for next year.” •

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Publisher

Kristi Collier kristi@welcomehomergv.com

Administration

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Event Manager

Anne Marie Martin events@welcomehomergv.com Linda Anklam linda@welcomehomergv.com

Business Development

Leigh Woolridge leigh@welcomehomergv.com Chris Leadbetter chris@welcomehomergv.com

Travel Division

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Accounting

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Editor

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Eryn Reddell Wingert eryn@welcomehomergv.com

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We Winter Texans!

Calendar Submissions!

For more information on submitting your events and activities, please email: calendar@welcomehomergv.com The deadline for submission is Fridays at 5:00pm. • • • •

Weekly e-Blasts

Kristi’s e-Blasts are sent weekly October - March to our subscribers. Find out what’s happening across the Valley. These e-Blasts include helpful links and fliers for “Featured Events.” Sign up today at: info@welcomehomergv.com • • •

Follow Us on Social Media!

Welcome Home RGV has several ways to join the action on social media. Our WHRGV Facebook page is dedicated to community events and information that will appeal to people of all ages. Our Winter Texan page is more specific to our Winter Texan target market. www.facebook.com @whrgv @wintertexan www.youtube.com Find on YouTube Channel “Welcome Home Rio Grande Valley” www.instagram.com @welcomehomergv @wintertexans www.twitter.com @welcomehomergv

3 Fools on 3 Stools Equals a Texas-Sized Party

From South Dakota to South Texas, Mezzy Moves to a Country Beat

T

om “Mezzy” Hiles is a guitarist and singer from Huron, South Dakota. He and his wife, Kelly, became Winter Texans during the 2018-2019 season, and he loves being in the beautiful RGV nearly as much as he has come to loathe the cold and snow up north.

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oc Wesson, Bubba Stephens, and Kerry Williams are a dynamic trio delivering great music, BIG FUN, and a crowd-pleasing show with every performance. They are known as 3 Fools on 3 Stools.

This group’s interactive production combines their distinctive musical skills with fast wit and sidesplitting humor to create an experience an audience won’t forget. 3 Fools serves entertaining stylings of Texas music, original songs, and classic tunes to boot. Their matchless charm stands out in a fully integrated performance

involving the audience on every level, from funny songs to interactive jokes, contest games, and prizes.

3 Fools never misses an opportunity to play with the audience, who quickly join in on the fun, adding up to one Texas-sized party. 3 Fools on 3 Stools creates the perfect blend of great music, savvy wit, and animated personalities that keep your foot tapping and your belly laughing.

Come to the 3 Fools on 3 Stools party at the Winter Texan Expo Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 12:15 p.m. •

Mezzy is a founding member of South Dakota’s Black Water Band and was a vocalist and rhythm guitarist with them from 20032013, playing approximately 85 shows a year in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Nebraska. The group covered just about every music genre--from pop to heavy rock to country—playing in bars, at street dances, and during poker runs. They have had the honor of being the opening act for 38Special and sharing venues with some other great musicians. Mezzy now prefers to focus on country music, but he still throws in some variety.

11:00 a.m. •

Come and sing along with Mezzy Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at the Winter Texan Expo. His performance is scheduled for

Tours by Welcome Home: Making Spirits Bright Aboard Getaway

Tours by Welcome Home hosted 74 friends to take part in South Padre Island’s 25th Annual Lighted Boat Parade December 3. Spirits were high aboard the Getaway out of Breakaway Cruises, with patrons donning orange, light-up party necklaces and enjoying pan dulce and hot chocolate. The boats--both commercial and private-all decked out in festive twinkle lights and decorations, traveled along South Padre Island just after sunset, as crowds cheered from the decks and piers of local businesses. •

Christmas Hugs for All

C an you believe Christmas is only a few days away? Well, during this holiday season, we want to send each of y’all a BIG Lamb’s Loom hug of thanks! We truly thank the Lord for each and every one of you who continues to come alongside of us and contribute to this mission to love and encourage others with handmade, “huggable” items and to help us spread the gift of giving.

The Lamb’s Loom’s Donation Chest has overflowed weekly this year, and we are so very grateful. This gift of giving shines, not only at Christmas time but all year, as everyone adds to the chest. As we sort through everything and get ready to send things off, we love to see all of the lovely items that have been gifted. And although our distribution of items goes on all year, during the holidays, it’s extra special.

Some of the mission groups we serve have special requests because of who they serve. At Christmas last year, for Tim’s Coats, we provided over 700 hats. During the year, pregnancy centers request baby booties and layettes. Those who serve the homeless need blankets and scarves to help fend off the chill every night. Prayer shawls come in beautiful patterns. What

makes a shawl a “prayer shawl” is its size and comfort. When we sort out for the mission groups that request prayer shawls, there’s a certain thing we are looking for in them. You can feel that hug in the size of the shawl and in the gentle fiber that was used; that’s the one! The Lamb’s Loom prayer shawls sent around the world are delivering hugs and prayers for the world, one stitch at a time.

Did we mention hugs, because that’s just what’s going on. There’s nothing magical about a hat or particular about a pattern for a blanket that makes these items special. A shawl hugs the receiver and reminds them they’re not alone. A blanket warms a family on a cold night. A hat tops a child’s head with joy. And why? We know that there’s

“love in every stitch,” and that’s something that’s needed in this world, today more than ever.

So as gifts are exchanged this year with family and friends, we want to say thank you! Thank you to each and every one who gives so generously to keep things going around here. It is such a blessing to stitch and serve with you all. Merry Christmas!

For the rest of the year, when y’all aren’t here at home in South Texas, you can join us on our website at thelambsloom.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. And, of course, we have lots of fun articles right here in Welcome Home Winter Texan. The Lamb’s Loom is located at 1102 Tamarack in McAllen. Additional parking is available in the rear via Upas Avenue.

For the Christmas holiday, we are closed December 24 through January 3. We will re-open January 4 with our normal hours of Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

We truly appreciate all of our PEGs! You can be a PEG, too! Pray. Encourage. Give. Remember, The Lamb’s Loom is not just a yarn shop; it’s a ministry and a mindset. •

When you’re facing a breast cancer diagnosis, you deserve the best care possible. But you also deserve to keep spending your winters in south Texas. That’s why Texas Oncology has an extensive network of expert specialists in the Rio Grande Valley, offering comprehensive breast cancer care from chemotherapy and radiation therapy to leading edge treatments and services like immunotherapy, genetic testing, clinical trials, and more. It’s expert care that keeps you right where you want to be. Because you shouldn’t have to choose.

Through February, the Senior Texan Softball League hosts two game, Mondays through Thursdays starting at 9:00 a.m. at Westside Park on Ware Road in McAllen. (Across from the McAllen Convention Center.) The 55-and-up, co-ed league is open to all skill levels. The cost is $60 per person, which includes the full season and a league t-shirt.

For more information, please contact Dave Duncan 605-496-7951. To participate Tuesdays and Thursdays, contact Fred Esqueda 956-897-6961; for Mondays and Wednesdays, contact Mike Doyle 870-847-0565. •

South Padre Island: The Birding Hub of South Texas

Eco-tourism plays a vital role in attracting visitors to South Padre Island. One of our major eco-tourism centers is the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary. Their facility is the prime hub for birdwatching in South Texas. The facility is home to 43 acres of wetlands, composed of freshwater and saltwater marshes. The saltwater comes in from Laguna Madre Bay, and the freshwater is provided by the water treatment plant adjacent to the Birding Center.

This unique combination of ecosystems attracts over 300 species of birds to South Padre Island. The facility offers a boardwalk that stretches through the wetlands, offering five bird blinds on the route. These blinds are placed at prime feeding spots to get the best views possible. This is the best place for birding enthusiasts to visit while in Texas. You are welcome to bring your cameras and equipment, but they also offer binoculars for casual birdwatchers. Their main

building offers a variety of tours and presentations that provide insight into the natural environment South Padre Island has to offer. To finish your visit, check out their five-story viewing tour, providing a full view of the wetlands.

For more information, visit sopadre. com. •

Mission West Resort Holds Holiday Food Drive

The holiday season is that time of year when we all like to go above and beyond to help our neighbors in need. When Pastor Mark McDonald and his wife, Stacy, of Christian Resort Ministries and Mission West Church, located inside of beautiful Mission West Resort RV Park in Palmview, spearheaded and kicked off the 2022 Holiday Food Drive to benefit the Food Bank RGV, they quickly found

out just how true that is.

As soon as they released word that the food drive was underway November 13, food began stacking up on the designated table in the Park’s large hall. As the days passed, more and more food appeared, and generous financial gifts were collected. Residents throughout the Park rallied together to help provide a delicious variety of foods for

individuals and families in need this holiday season.

It seems God knew exactly the perfect amount of food that needed to be collected at Mission West because by the time the food drive came to an end December 11, so much food had been collected that Pastor Mark’s car was filled to capacity. Most of the folks at Mission West may be Winter Texans, but with each good cause

that is put before them, they keep proving they have BIG, Texas-sized hearts.

The community is invited to join this great group of people at their weekly non-denominational church service, located in the large hall at 511 E. Loop 374 in Palmview, Sundays at 10 a.m. For more information, contact Pastor Mark at mrmcdonald41@yahoo.com. •

What a Bowl of Soup Can Do

Hearts of children filled with the joy of Christmas

Orange Grove Park in Edinburg held a soup lunch December 2to collect donations for local disadvantaged children. After receiving the cash donations, Park residents shopped and purchased toys to be placed under the Christmas tree.

The Edinburg Volunteer Fire Department picks up and distributes the gifts to children in the area to make their Christmas wishes come true.

Orange Grove RV Park has been fulfilling Christmas dreams for the past 42 years. Each year is special as we give back to our adopted community.

Merry Christmas •

Up for the Count?

Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count dates set

Westervelt

V alley residents, Winter Texans, visitors, birders, and those just getting interested in birding are invited to join a team in the count areas for the annual Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count.

The CBC is a one-day-per-area event within established count circles. The local counts are listed below, with contact information for those interested in joining a team:

December 22, Weslaco, john. yochum@tpwd.texas.gov

December 27, Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge, txlacbc@ flanwr.org

December 30, Anzalduas-Bentsen, roy.rodriguez@tpwd.texas.gov

December 31, Harlingen, hgtxcbc@ gmail.com

January 1, 2023, Falcon Dam and State Park, idratherbebirding@gmail.com

January 4, 2023, Brownsville, karl. berg@utrgv.edu

Individuals can count birds in their

own yard if it is within one of the designated areas. Contact a team to find out if your yard is within a designated area. A list of birds and information will be sent, upon request. If you have a yard full of birds in a count area, invite a team; they may be able to visit on count day.

For a quick check to see the area of a count, go to this link and click on the highlighted link for the map view: audubon.org/conservation/joinchristmas-bird-count Novice birdwatchers are encouraged to join a team. Extra eyes

FIND A PLACE TO BELONG

If you are seeking to join a loving, caring and fun congregation then All Saints is the church for you.

Take the time to visit us for Sunday service followed by coffee, treats and fellowship in the parish hall immediately following our service. We are a small, friendly congregation that is growing and accepting. We are active in our faith, have deep roots in the community and celebrate all the gifts that God has bestowed upon us. You look forward to meeting you.

All Saints Episcopal Church | 499 North Reagan Street, San Benito, Texas 78586 www.allsaintssb.org

In its 123 rd year, the bird-count tradition dates back to when officers in the then newly established Audubon Society proposed to take a census of birds rather than hunt them for sport. Globally, the Audubon

U.S., Mexico, and South America,

Press release and photos by Anita

help spot birds for the experienced birders to identify; the more novice birders get valuable experience in bird identification and habits.

Society Christmas Bird Count includes destinations and countries from as far north as the Artic Bay, east from St. Jon’s and Ferryland in Newfoundland, west to Southern Guam, and from the northernmost area of Alaska, south through Canada, the

and down to Drake Passage in the South Atlantic Ocean. •

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The Whole World is a Garden at IMAS

T he International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) is pleased to announce the exhibition The Whole World is a Garden by Mónica Chang will open January 14, 2023, and run through April 30, 2023.

The Whole World is Garden by Mónica Chang explores a simplistic idea easily overlooked on countless occasions: becoming one with nature and all the surrounding environment is essential to enjoy life at its fullest.

Chang takes inspiration from Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, an Indian humanitarian and spiritual leader frequently referred to as “Sri Sri” (sh-ree shree), who founded the Art of Living Foundation in 1981, a volunteerbased NGO (non-governmental organization) providing social support to the people. It is an understated, yet well-recognized, fact that happiness cannot be achieved by attempting to fulfill it with materialistic things but by surrounding oneself with nature and people. She quotes Sri Sri by commenting, “The day you realize that the whole world is your house--the sky your roof, the earth your floor, and that

each tree is part of your garden--then, you will truly be at home.” Such words were the foundation for The Whole World is a Garden.

Nearly composed of 39 livening and picturesque paintings, this exhibition is prepared to awaken a significant connection with its viewers in their raw experience, denoting peace and liveliness. Chang’s soft but colorful

strokes depict sceneries with a wide range of flowers and other elements of nature, like strong, colorful sunny or night skies, ponds, hummingbirds, and butterflies. The paintings come together to make her memories, feelings, and dreams become history through art. The integrated feminine figures in floral mosaics, along with gold and glimmer touches, give

Perspectives

A Humble Hug Goes a Long Way

By Edna Ziegler

I t’s one of my favorite television commercials. Mom has just taken fresh, hot, chocolate chip cookies from the oven. As she is moving them to a cooling rack, her teenage son quickly enters the kitchen, grabs a cookie without a word, and quickly leaves the scene. But then…he returns. Once again, without a word, he gives her a quick hug and is off again. I’m thinking he may have even grabbed another cookie. This simple act--the hug, not the grabbing of the extra cookie--conjures up possible statements of thankfulness in my mind. “Mom, you’re the best; I appreciate you. I love you so much.”

Perhaps it’s because the commercial reminds me of bygone years of my own kids snatching those homemade cookies, or whatever else I may be preparing at the stove, that tugs at my heart. Or perhaps it is this simple truth: one little action of gratitude speaks louder than a rote “thank you.”

It’s good to teach our children and grandchildren manners—please and thank you--and you always hope, as a parent, they are internalizing them and then utilizing them at the proper times. But it does a mother/ grandmother’s heart good when there’s an unexpected thank you, even without words--perhaps a hug, a dandelion, or their own version of a crayon-colored Picasso.

I wonder if my actions display thankfulness to my heavenly Father as my once-small children’s did or my now beautiful grandchildren do. Do I express my heart adequately enough to Him, not only through psalms and spiritual songs but with simple acts of gratitude? In essence, do I worship Him in a way that says, “I so appreciate you”?

Romans 12:1 reads, “By the mercies of God, give yourself as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God. This is your spiritual act of worship.” In essence, Paul is saying, “Because of all God has done for you through His Son, Jesus

Christ, give yourself fully to Him in humble obedience. Your life lived fully unto Him is a continual act of worship.” Sweet sisters and brothers, living for His glory and purpose is an act of worship, a demonstration of thankfulness played out as we acknowledge His greatness in our lives every day and as we obey His directives.

Much like that mom baking cookies for her son, God delights to give us little blessings (and big ones too). Perhaps we can say, “Thank you,” not only with words of gratitude but also by responding to some special action He is laying on our hearts--visiting someone in the hospital, inviting your neighbor over for coffee, volunteering at a homeless shelter, forgiving a foe or someone you have imagined is a foe, teaching a Bible study class or prayer group. After all, in 1 Samuel 15:22, God does say He delights in our humble obedience over our empty sacrifices.

So go ahead and give God that worshipful hug of obedience, and

viewers a little feeling of Gustav Klimt’s work during his golden age. The pieces also pose free-spirited will, reminiscent of Henri Rousseau’s work (French post-impressionist painter.) This is translated in compositions that defy traditional scales and in a chromatic exuberance that also attempts to exceed the margins of the cloth.

The IMAS is located at the intersection of Bicentennial and Nolana Avenue at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen. Hours of operation are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays; 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sundays. Regular admission is $5 with discounted $3 for children ages 4-12, students with an ID, and adults 65+. Museums for All (WIC/EBT) discount is $1 for up to four people per card. Please check our website at theimasonline.org or call 956-6812800 for more information. •

what He might actually be hearing you say is, “God, You’re the best; I appreciate You. I love You so much.”

Edna and her husband, Chaplain Marty Ziegler, serve the RGV with Christian Resort Ministries. They hold church services at Southern Comfort and Country Sunshine RV parks. They would enjoy you joining their services on Sundays. You can contact them at Mziegler@infaithl.org for times and other services •

Mónica Chang, Pinta una sonrisa en mi, 2018, oil on canvas Mónica Chang, El jardín de los sueños, 2021, oil on canvas

SAVORY TREATS SWEET CRAVINGS

RECIPE CONNECTION

Looking for that amazing treat that will satisfy your craving! Each week we will offer you a variety of recipes that you can try from those who truly enjoy food and want to share!

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Sandy Shares a Popular Recipe from Nova Scotia

By Sandy Olson

A few years ago, I took a wonderful cruise around the coast of Canada, and the ports included Nova Scotia. This is one of the most beautiful parts of the world, and the people of Nova Scotia, with their Scottish heritage, were warm and friendly--just like this recipe!

Sultana Scones

3 cups all-purpose flour

Some Like It Hot

••• Champagne Delight

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Submitted by Lone Star Citrus Growers

1 envelope unflavored gelatin

1½ cups champagne

¼ cup cold water

1 tablespoon crème de cassis (optional)

½ cup sugar*

Strawberries and fresh mint for garnish 1/3 cup strained fresh orange juice

Sprinkle gelatin over water in small, noncorrosive saucepan. Let stand until soft. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until gelatin is dissolved, approximately 1 minute. Gradually stir in sugar and orange juice. Heat over low heat, stirring gently until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. (If mixture is stirred too vigorously or whisked, surface of jelly will be foamy.) Remove from heat; cool 5 minutes. Add champagne and, if desired, crème de cassis. Stir gently with a spoon until bubbles subside. Transfer to a small bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate 4 to 6 house or until jelly has set. Serve in individual champagne glasses. Garnish with a strawberry and fresh mint.

*Taste your champagne before using. You may wish to adjust the sugar according to the sweetness of the champagne.•

Spotted in the RGV Laguna

Madre

By Eryn Reddell Wingert

South Texas sunsets can be pretty spectacular. While the skies over Port Isabel were putting on a show recently, the South Padre Island skyline garnered attention. Looking to the east, passengers in the Island’s 25th Lighted Boat Parade were treated to rays of pale blue and pink, spanning the horizon. •

½ cup white sugar 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 large egg, beaten ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ cup milk, not skim 1 teaspoon salt ½ cup white sultanas* 1 cup shortening

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in the shortening with two knives or a pastry cutter. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and milk. Stir in the sultanas (golden raisins) and mix well. Roll out to ½-inch thickness and cut into 2-inch rounds or triangles. Place on a parchment-covered baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

* In the U.S., they are golden raisins

Lifelong foodie, restaurant reviewer, cooking teacher, and summer Iowan Sandy Olson spends the Winter-Texan season at Palm Shadows RV Park in Donna. This season, Sandy will be sharing recipes from across the U.S. and Canada. If you have a favorite recipe from your “other” home you’d like to share, you can contact Sandy at midwestfoodie@ gmail.com. •

CALENDAR OF EVENTS DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

L ooking 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 by listing entertainment events, dances, meals, jam sessions, meetings, and even garage sales. For more information on submitting your events and activities, please email calendar@welcomehomergv.com. The deadline for submission is Fridays at 5:00pm. •

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2022

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Homemade Cake Donuts 07:30 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Preorder day before. (956) 585-0703.

Christmas Extravaganza 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Improvers Line Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

3M Retirees & Friends 10:30 AM Victoria Palms Restaurant & Ballroom, 600 Kingston Way, Donna. (612) 917-9236.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Luncheon & Jam 11:30 AM Chimney Park RV Resort, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. (402) 630-0492.

Lunch & Jam Session 12:00 PM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Musical Jam 12:30 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 425-7448.

Big Band Jam 01:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. Free admission. (956) 580-0428.

Music Jam 01:00 PM Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. Free admission. (402) 6300492.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Acoustic Jam Session 01:30 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Happy Hour w/Curt James 03:00 PM Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-3140.

Denim & Lace @ The Tipsy Monkey 03:30 PM The Tipsy Monkey, 3700 E Exp 83, Weslaco. Free admission. (641) 751-2635.

Swing Dance lesson 04:00 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412- 0375.

Pancake, Sausage Gravy & Biscuit Supper 04:30 PM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $7.00 pp. (319) 330-7724.

Happy Hour w/The Lockhart’s 05:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 565-2638.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

The Gifts of Christmas w/Southern Harmony 06:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 519-5897.

Pre-Rounds 06:30 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

Mission Bell Rock & Roll Jam 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

MS/Plus Square Dance W/Ron Betzelberger 07:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Brenda Coin 07:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $9.00 pp. (603) 396-2786.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2022

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Biscuits & Gravy 07:30 AM

Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

All You Can Eat Pancakes 09:00 AM The Grove, 83rd & Stewart Rd, San Juan. BYOTS.

Bluegrass Jam 09:00 AM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Pickleball Mixer 09:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Christmas Extravaganza 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Country Jam 10:00 AM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 585-5704.

Line Dance Boot Camp 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Lunch & Jam Session 11:30 AM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd. Weslaco. $8.00 lunch. (956) 969-3740.

Mission Bell Country Jam Lunch 11:30 AM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

Rock N’ Roll Jam 12:30 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Dixieland Mobile Home Park, 1325 Dixieland Dr, Harlingen. Free admission. (815) 440-8497.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Country Jam 01:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

BBQ Spare Ribs 04:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. $8.00 pp. Get tickets by 12-21. (956) 581-6718.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Acoustic Jam 06:00 PM Palm Gardens RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. Fiesta Hall. (308) 367-7900.

Dream Valley Jam 06:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. Free admission. (814) 7920204.

The Gifts of Christmas w/Southern Harmony 06:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 519-5897.

Big Band Jam 06:30 PM La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Dr, Alamo. (612) 644-1753.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Christmas Show w/Rusty Rierson 07:00 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E Bus 83, San Juan. $9.00 pp. (402) 290-9160.

Dance w/Sweetwater 07:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (918) 527-2655.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2022

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Square Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Country Jam 12:30 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5458.

Beginners Clogging Dance 12:30 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E US Hwy 83, San Juan. $3.00 pp. (586) 8223283.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Clog Dancing 01:00 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E US Hwy 83, San Juan. $3.00 pp. (586) 822-3283.

Country “Opry” Jam 01:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 450-0458.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. (956) 585-8135.

Variety Jam 01:00 PM Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5855807.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Happy Hour w/Bruce Boudreau 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Friday Fish Fry 04:30 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 5850624.

Music Jam 05:30 PM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. (956) 580-4477.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Tradewinds Country Jam 06:00 PM

Trade Winds RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $8.00 pp. (956) 3995125.

Country & Big Band Jam 07:00 PM

Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Invite only. (507) 273-3895.

Christmas Dance w/Rick McEwen 07:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

Christmas Show w/Rusty Rierson 07:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (956) 787-5773.

Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 7823263.

Dance w/Night Howlers 07:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

Dance w/Regan James 07:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 5800428.

Dance w/Rewind 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. Sale starts 12/2. (956) 585-0703.

Dance w/Ron Moshier 07:00 PM Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 782-7886.

Dance w/Sweetwater - Ugly Christmas Sweater Theme 07:00 PM Bit-OHeaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (603) 396-2786.

Dance w/The Howlers 07:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S. Airport Rd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 968-7171.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2022

Morning Breakfast 07:00 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Saturday Morning Breakfast 07:30 AM

El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

Candlelight Service 05:00 PM Quiet Village II, 215 S Valley View Rd, Donna. (405) 688-9338.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00

PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM

Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Candle Light Church Service 06:00 PM

Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (918) 527-2655.

Christmas Eve Service 06:00 PM St.

Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2310 N Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 585-5005.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2022

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00

PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM

Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Christmas Caroling 06:00 PM

Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 598-6004.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2022

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM

Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Countryside Jam 01:00 PM

CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. (918) 916-0541.

Karaoke 01:00 PM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 585-5704.

Country Jam 01:00 PM Winter Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Houston Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7881.

Beginner Line Dance 01:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7839.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

PH II-III RD Dance Workshop 02:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612.

High Beginner Line Dance 02:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $2.00 donation. (956) 7877839.

Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Aim High Karaoke 03:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 7823263.

Beef Stroganoff 04:00 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Monday Night Hamburgers 04:30 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 5850624.

Country Jam 05:30 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2022

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Christmas Extravaganza 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Round Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Country Jam 01:00 PM The Grove, 605 7th St, San Juan.

Music Jam 01:00 PM Roadrunner RV Park, 1222 N. Cesar Chaves Rd, Free admission. (712) 259-5209.

Bluegrass Jam 01:30 PM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. Free admission. (956) 7971851.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

PH III-IV RD Dance Workshop 02:00

PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612.

Happy Hour w/Steven May 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83 Harlingen. Pass the hat. (956) 4120375.

Happy Hour w/The Hitman/Tim Dirth 03:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (603) 396-2786.

Karaoke w/Blance 05:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 5652638.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00

PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Country Jam 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2022

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Biscuits & Gravy or Croissant Sandwich 07:30 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Christmas Extravaganza 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Improvers Line Dance 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Luncheon & Jam 11:30 AM Chimney Park RV Resort, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. (402) 630-0492.

Lunch & Jam w/Esquires 11:30 AM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (918) 5272655.

Lunch & Jam Session 12:00 PM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Musical Jam 12:30 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 425-7448.

Big Band Jam 01:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. Free admission. (956) 580-0428.

Music Jam 01:00 PM Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. Free admission. (402) 6300492.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Kimberbell Embroidery Club 01:00 PM A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706 N 10th St, McAllen. $20.00 pp. (956) 638-1961.

Acoustic Jam Session 01:30 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Winnie Brave 03:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

Denim & Lace @ The Tipsy Monkey 03:30 PM The Tipsy Monkey, 3700 E Exp 83, Weslaco. Free admission. (641) 751-2635.

Swing Dance Lession 04:00 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 4120375.

Pancake, Sausage Gravy & Biscuit Supper 04:30 PM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $7.00 pp. (319) 330-7724.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Pre-Rounds 06:30 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

MS/Plus Square Dance W/Ron Betzelberger 07:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (217) 7375677.

Leslie & Curt Variety Show 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-4833.

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES

ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2022

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Biscuits & Gravy 07:30 AM

Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

All You Can Eat Pancakes 09:00 AM The Grove, 83rd & Stewart Rd, San Juan. BYOTS.

Bluegrass Jam 09:00 AM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 606-9501.

Pickleball Mixer 09:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Christmas Extravaganza 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Country Jam 10:00 AM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 585-5704.

Line Dance Boot Camp 10:00 AM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Lunch & Jam Session 11:30 AM

Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd. Weslaco. $8.00 lunch. (956) 969-3740.

Mission Bell Country Jam Lunch 11:30 AM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

Rock N’ Roll Jam 12:30 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Dixieland Mobile Home Park, 1325 Dixieland Dr, Harlingen. Free admission. (815) 440-8497.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Country Jam 01:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5854833 x 1062.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Happy Hour w/Regan James 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Happy Hour w/Diego 03:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S. Airport Rd, Weslaco. (956) 9687171.

Fish Fry 04:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. $8.00 pp. Get tickets by 12-28. (956) 5816718.

Happy Hour w/DJ Judy Weaver 05:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 565-2638.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Acoustic Jam 06:00 PM Palm Gardens RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. Fiesta Hall. (308) 367-7900.

Dream Valley Jam 06:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. Free admission. (814) 7920204.

Big Band Jam 06:30 PM La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Dr, Alamo. (612) 644-1753.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2022

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Christmas Extravaganza 10:00 AM Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum, 2425 Boxwood St, Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 216-4901.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Country Jam 12:30 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5458.

Beginners Clogging Dance 12:30 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E US Hwy 83, San Juan. $3.00 pp. (586) 8223283.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Clog Dancing 01:00 PM San Juan Gardens, 900 E US Hwy 83, San Juan. $3.00 pp. (586) 822-3283.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. (956) 585-8135.

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES

ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Variety Jam 01:00 PM Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5855807.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill

02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort

South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Curt James 02:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. Pass the hat. (956) 783-5008.

Happy Hour w/Bruce Boudreau 03:00

PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Music Jam 05:30 PM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. (956) 580-4477.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00

PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM

Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Tradewinds Country Jam 06:00 PM

Trade Winds RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Harlingen Art Night 07:00 PM

Harlingen CVB, Downtown Harlingen, Jackson Street. (956) 216-4910.

Country & Big Band Jam 07:00 PM

Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Invite only. (507) 273-3895.

Dance w/Night Howlers 07:00 PM

Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. $9.00 pp. (956) 580-0428.

Rustic Rose 07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $8.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2022

Saturday Morning Breakfast 07:30 AM

El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM

Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

New Year’s Eve Dinner 05:30 PM

Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-5807.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00

PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St,

Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

Festus Lives On w/Mark Staggs 07:00

PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E. Sioux Rd, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

New Year’s Eve w/Bill Chrastil 07:00 PM Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $TBD pp. (956) 783-2605.

New Year’s Eve w/Bruce Boudreau 07:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. $10.00 pp. (956) 6828081.

New Year’s Eve w/Jay & Tammy + Dave 07:00 PM Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (918) 527-2655.

New Year’s Eve w/Lynn Dvorak 07:00 PM Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-5807.

New Year’s Eve w/Rewind 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $20.00 pp pre-sale. (956) 399-5800.

New Year’s Eve w/Ron & Jan Easter 07:00 PM La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Dr, Alamo. $12.00 pp. (309) 337-8711.

New Year’s Eve w/Route 66 07:00 PM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy

83, Mission. $15.00 pp. (956) 5855704.

New Year’s Eve w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $12.50 pp. (956) 968-0322.

New Year’s Eve w/Texas Turn Around 07:00 PM Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 Harrison Ave, Harlingen. $25.00 pp. (956) 423-3137.

New Year’s Eve w/ Jim Staton 08:00 PM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 5804477.

New Year’s Eve w/ Retro Rockers 08:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $20.00 pp. (956) 782-3263.

New Year’s Eve w/Burnin’ Ember 08:00 PM Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $10.00 pp. (660) 924-1470.

New Year’s Eve w/Diego 08:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. Adv tickets $15.00 pp. (956) 787-7717. Pre-sale cash only.

New Year’s Eve w/DJ Dan 08:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $14.00 pp. (956) 7875773.

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ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

New Year’s Eve w/Elaine Nelson 08:00

PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 450-0458.

New Year’s Eve w/Helen Russell & Company 08:00 PM Paradise Park RV Resort, 5401 W Bus 83 Harlingen. $20.00 pp. (956) 412-0375.

New Year’s Eve w/Jealous Heart 08:00

PM Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $16.00 pp. (956) 782-7886.

New Year’s Eve w/Night Howlers 08:00

PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $15.00 pp. (603) 396-2786. Reservations Required.

New Year’s Eve w/Poison Ivey 08:00

PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $16.00 pp. (956) 585-4833 x 1062

New Year’s Eve w/Redneck Revival 08:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $20.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

New Year’s Eve w/Ron Moshier 08:00

PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $20.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

New Year’s Eve w/South Texas Ramblers

08:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S. Airport Rd, Weslaco. $15.00 pp. (956) 968-7171.

New Year’s Eve w/Southern Vibes 08:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $15.00 pp. (956) 461-0808.

New Year’s Eve w/Sweetwater 08:00

PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. $15.00 pp. Adv tickets only. (219) 363-5330.

New Year’s Eve w/Texas Wheels 08:00

PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $20.00 pp. (956) 7835008.

New Year’s Eve w/The Howlers 08:00

PM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 540-8463.

New Year’s Eve w/The Lockhart’s 08:00 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $12.00 pp. (956) 585-5551.

New Year’s Eve w/The RGV Rusty Rockers 08:00 PM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $10A/$12D. (956) 423-5484.

New Year’s Eve w/Vinyl Spin 08:00 PM Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. (956) 519-8650.

New Year’s Eve w/Wally & The Texas Blood 08:00 PM Winter Green Estates, 500 N Bryan Rd, Mission. $10.00 adv, $12.00 door. (712) 240-2801.

New Year’s Eve w/Night Ryders 08:15

PM Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $12.00 pp. (405) 317-0655.

New Year’s Eve w/Hot Rodz 08:30

PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $20.00 pp. Sale starts 12/9. (956) 585-0703.

New Year’s Eve w/Rick McEwen 08:30

PM Orange Grove RV Park, 5005 TX107, Edinburg . $15.00 pp. Tickets or Tables (509) 808-1727.

New Year’s Eve Fire Works 09:00 PM South Padre Island City Hall, South Padre Island.

New Year’s Eve w/Texas Storm Band 09:00 PM Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. $15.00 pp. (956) 580-4545.

New Year’s Eve w/The Agency 09:00

PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $15.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

New Year’s Eve w/The Esquire’s 09:00

PM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. $15.00 pp. (956) 529-1878.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 1, 2023

South Padre Island Farmers Market 11:00 AM The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd, SPI.

25th Annual Polar Bear Dip 12:00 PM Clayton’s Beach Bar & Grill, 6900 Padre Blvd. South Padre Island.

Gospel Jam 02:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. Free admission. (956) 580-0428.

Sunday Afternoon Church 04:00 PM Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. Free admission. (956) 598-6004.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Holiday Village Brownsville 06:00 PM Dean Porter Park, 501 Ringgold St, Brownsville. Free admission. (956) 592-2001.

The Baker Family 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

MONDAY, JANUARY 2, 2023

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Woodcarver’s Show & Sale 08:00 AM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 968-6223.

ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

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Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Rock & Roll Jam Lunch 11:30 AM

Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Beginner Squares 12:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Countryside Jam 01:00 PM

CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Park, 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. (918) 916-0541.

Karaoke 01:00 PM El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 585-5704.

Country Jam 01:00 PM Winter Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Houston Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7881.

Rock & Roll Jam w/The Esquires 01:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. Free admission. (956) 519-8597.

Beginner Line Dance 01:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7839.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill

02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre

Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

PH II-III RD Dance Workshop 02:00

PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 6610612.

High Beginner Line Dance 02:30 PM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $2.00 donation. (956) 7877839.

Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00

PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Monday Night Hamburgers 04:30 PM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-0624.

Monday Dinner 04:30 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 5850703.

Country Jam 05:30 PM Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (419) 6069501.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433. Celebrate the New Year w/Sweetwater 07:00 PM Rio Valley Estates, 715

N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (319) 431-7632.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2023

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 5816718.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Tuesday Burgers 11:30 AM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081.

Beginner Squares 12:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Country Jam 01:00 PM The Grove, 605 7th St, San Juan.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. Lunch at 11:30 am. (956) 682-8081.

Music Jam 01:00 PM Roadrunner RV Park, 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd, Free admission. (712) 259-5209.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081.

Old Time Variety Dance w/Marie & the County Gent 01:00 PM Fiesta

Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-9264.

Bluegrass Jam 01:30 PM Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria. Free admission. (956) 7971851.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

PH III-IV RD Dance Workshop 02:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612.

Happy Hour w/Steven May 03:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-0322.

Happy Hour w/Diego 03:30 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (603) 3962786.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

The Baker Family 07:00 PM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 5291878.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2023

Morning Breakfast 06:30 AM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmhurst. $5.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

Wednesday Breakfast 07:30 AM

Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Craft Sale 08:00 AM Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission.(956) 580-4545.

Cowboy & Indian Church Service 09:00 AM Bit-O-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Prices vary. (956) 565-2638.

Luncheon & Jam 11:30 AM Chimney Park RV Resort, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. (402) 630-0492.

Mission Bell Hamburger Fry 11:30 AM

Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Lunch & Jam Session 12:00 PM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Musical Jam 12:30 PM Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave,

Harlingen. Free admission. (956) 425-7448.

Big Band Jam 01:00 PM Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. Free admission. (956) 580-0428.

Music Jam 01:00 PM Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway Ave, Mission. Free admission. (402) 6300492.

One Hour River Tour 01:00 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $12.00 pp. (956) 5811033.

Acoustic Jam Session 01:30 PM Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 412-0375.

Happy Hour @Seaside Bar & Grill 02:00 PM Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island, 100 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Admission. (956) 426-9066.

Pancake, Sausage Gravy & Biscuit Supper 04:30 PM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $7.00 pp. (319) 330-7724.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Pre-Rounds 06:30 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

Mission Bell Rock & Roll Jam 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

MS/Plus Square Dance W/Ron Betzelberger 07:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (217) 737-5677.

Festus Lives On 07:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 7834587.

Goldwing Express 07:00 PM Bit-OHeaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $10.00 pp. (603) 396-2786.

The Baker Family 07:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $9.00 pp. (956) 9685760

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