Volume 8: Issue 7: November 23, 2022

As Thanksgiving draws near, I’d like to say how thankful we are at Welcome Home RGV to have the opportunity to serve our Winter (and Converted) Texans throughout the year. We love what we do and who we do it for. Every day at the office is a fun one!

We know we are extremely lucky to have jobs that are fun, but equally significant is knowing that the work we do is incredibly important. I can’t imagine what life in South Texas would be like without all of you in it.

On a personal note, I’m also thankful for my incredible team that makes what we do seem easy; and I’ll be the first to say--it isn’t. It’s hard to believe we are now a staff of over 20, who all have a cando attitude and all who are team players who work with the utmost integrity, without ever being asked.

It’s magical, quite frankly. I’m blessed that they go along with my crazy ideas, pushing us to new levels each and every day. They are the reason Welcome Home RGV is what it is today, and I’m forever grateful for all they do, day in and day out.

We’re all one big happy family, and from our family to yours, we wish you the happiest of Thanksgivings, wherever you may be!

~We’re just connecting the dots. • Kristi

Connection Fair

Connection Fair -

Connecting You to the RGV Connecting You to the RGV

decision makers.

D o you ever wonder how your RV park activity directors know all about the best services and activities South Texas has to offer? Here’s a little insight into their super powers: Welcome Home RGV’s Connection Fair.

For over 10 years, Welcome Home RGV has connected area medical care, service providers, attractions, restaurants, and retailers--to name a few--directly with resort and RV park

This year’s event took place over an afternoon in early November at Casa de Amistad in Harlingen with 79 vendors and approximately 150 attendees (park managers and activity directors).

The annual event offers local organizations, businesses, and municipalities a direct contact to RV park and resort communities, just in time for the influx of winter visitors. In turn, parks share gathered information and contacts

with residents, weeks, months, and even years out.

Activity directors like Susan Thomas of Bit-O-Heaven in Donna attend, ready to book speakers and schedule tours. She also collects promotional material, fliers, maps, and business cards. All the information gathered is organized and shared with park residents over the course of a season…and beyond.

Story and photos by Eryn Reddell Wingert

“We bring our activity directors and Welcome Wagon committee,” says Thomas. Bit-O-Heaven’s Welcome Wagon creates “welcome” goodie bags with the promotional items for newcomers to the park.

Thomas goes on to list a multitude of things they look for when attending the Connection Fair, from maps to golf-cart maintenance to entertainment.

Tourist attractions are also of interest. Today’s winter visitor doesn’t want to sit at home; they are explorers who enjoy experiences. “We have no problem putting 50 people on a bus to go to the Vipers game,” says Thomas.

Thomas also shares how connecting with all kinds of services is also a focus for attending--where the nearest emergency-care center is located, medical contacts for everything from knee injuries to dental care, and pest control to

pet grooming. “That’s a big one! We’ve got a lot of pets in our park!”

Thomas says.

The Connection Fair is a onestop opportunity to schedule inpark presentations, seminars, and outings, as well as to educate key park personnel about products and service. For local entities, says Kristi Collier, owner of Welcome Home RGV, “This two-hour event is a game changer.”

Previous vendor Kirk Kotylo of Mr. Mobile Home Insurance, has said about the Connection Fair, “Best part for me was the opportunity to meet with all the activity directors and park managers, all in one spot. I was able to confirm appointments that I had already made and fill my calendar with new ones.”

Thomas says she comes to the Fair with this question in mind: “What is a service that I know people need?” From car-wash locations

Publisher

Kristi Collier kristi@welcomehomergv.com

Administration

Amie Gray agray@welcomehomergv.com Colette Brookins colie@welcomehomergv.com Brandi Gatlin brandi@welcomehomergv.com

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

Kristy Meyer travel@welcomehomergv.com Sarah Denzer sarah@welcomehomergv.com Patti Peterson patti@welcomehomergv.com

Accounting

Anna Talbert accounting@welcomehomergv.com

Editor

Chris Ardis news@welcomehomergv.com

Graphic Design

Affinity Media Consulting LLC

Content Creator / Photographer

Eryn Reddell Wingert eryn@welcomehomergv.com

Promotional Division

Elizabeth Seal elizabeth@welcomehomergv.com Cristi Klostermann promotions@welcomehomergv.com

Sabina Adames sabina@welcomehomergv.com

Sarah Scott sarahscott@welcomehomergv.com

Activity Coordinator

Fran Adams fran@welcomehomergv.com

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

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to veterinarians, hearing aids to home repairs to assisted living, and folkloric dance performances to lawn maintenance to theater performances, activity directors are on the lookout for anything their visitors might need during their stay.

Thomas says the Valley offers so much, but when residents ask, ‘I need this, where do I go?’ she has the answers. “Those are the reasons for the Connection Fair.” •

Thanksgiving Hugs

Thanksgiving is here, and we want y’all to know how very grateful we are for you walking alongside this ministry and giving in so many ways. Thanks to you, we get to experience Thanksgiving…every day!

This year, our Winter Texan friends have continued to mail boxes of hats, blankets, and shawls down here to be added to our Donation Chest. These sweet boxes of gifts always come with a card of encouragement that touches everyone’s heart. And you continue to send financial donations and support to the shop; these donations keep the lights on and the needles going!

Although we’re a small nonprofit, with your gifts and God’s direction, we are able to help thousands around the world get a bit of love in every stitch that’s put together. With our Sorting Day for the end of the year just completed, there are so many gifts of encouragement being sent out. There

will be headbands in Bangladesh, hats in the Appalachians, blankets in Reynosa, and…well…you get the idea. Also, we know you come here for the warm weather, but for those who live here year-round, our “winter” can get pretty cold. Thanks to your lovely, warm gifts, we are also blessed to be able to provide some temporary warmth to our locals who are without housing or who do not have access to a home with heat.

So Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone! Give each other a hug from all of us and enjoy your turkey day. And remember, there are so many ways to “stitch it forward.” We would love you to join in. So let’s stay in touch all year. 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.

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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.

The Lamb’s Loom is located at 1102 Tamarack in McAllen. We are open Wednesday through Saturday, 11

to 4 p.m. Additional parking is available in the rear via Upas Avenue.

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Deck the Palms Celebration on South Padre Island

off the winter season with an island-style winter getaway on South Padre Island. This year, we will have our Deck the Palms Celebration, comprised of several holiday events:

The Holiday Light Show runs November 21, 2022, through January 16, 2023, daily from 6:00 -9:00 p.m. The Light Show is synchronized with music and is projected in 15-minute cycles to watch from start to finish. It will be located at the South Padre Island Convention Center, and visitors can enjoy the spectacular display from the comfort of their vehicles.

The Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place at South Padre Island City Hall December 1 at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a warm welcome from Mayor Patrick McNulty as the lights on the Christmas tree are illuminated, officially kicking off the holiday season on South Padre Island.

The 33rd Annual Christmas Street Parade is December 2 at 6:00 p.m. Bring the whole family to watch as beautifully decorated floats pass by on Padre Boulevard.

The highlight of the weekend is the Lighted Boat Parade December 3 at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy the cool winter

breeze as illuminated boats cruise on the Laguna Madre Bay. There will be various designated viewing areas throughout the route for people to enjoy the parade.

Enjoy Breakfast with Santa December 4 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Cameron County Amphitheater. Celebrate the magical spirit of the holiday season as children visit Santa and enjoy a pancake breakfast.

All of these events are free and open to the public. In addition to the holiday events, visitors can enjoy plenty of Island activities. From tropical waters to culinary delights, make it a festive and memorable stay this season. To learn more about Deck the Palms, please visit sopadre. com/event-calendar/. •

You Don’t Want to Miss the Winter Green Estates Holiday Flea Market December 3

Winter Green Estates, located at 500 N. Bryan Road in Mission, will hold its annual Holiday Flea Market Saturday, December 3. The sale starts at 7:00 a.m. and continues until noon. Along with the sale, breakfast will be served beginning at 7:00 a.m., and lunch will be served until 12:30 p.m.

This sale benefits residents of Winter Green Estates and is put on strictly by park volunteers. There will be Christmas items, appliances, beds, sofas, chairs, golf clubs, household goods, tools, clothing, and many outdoor pieces. Winter Green Estates does not use outside vendors, but the event is open to the public.

For more information, contact chairperson Mark Horngren at 218-3103064 or co-chairperson Roy Thompson at 254-394-3361. •

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Blind Men Walking

By Stacy McDonald

I witnessed a blind man getting off a city bus yesterday. As he stepped down onto the sidewalk, his long cane surveyed the land in front of him. He moved the cane side to side as he walked up the sidewalk and turned into the parking lot of the grocery store.

He seemed confident, sure of his direction, as he maneuvered around cars and shopping-cart stalls to the front door of the store. I, on the other hand, was filled with apprehension as I watched. I thought to myself, ‘How can he trust that long cane? How terrifying not to see!’ and ‘What if something goes wrong?’

Then my thoughts immediately turned to God Almighty and how this blind man’s walk mirrors so well our walk with Him. God is there to guide us, giving us His Holy Word, the Bible, as our “long cane” to keep us in the right way as we move forward. When we do not rely on this precious gift, we fi nd ourselves walking blindly through life, stumbling over obstacles, going the wrong way, reaching out in the darkness, and grabbing whatever

we can to try and satisfy our need for safety and fulfillment. Then, we suddenly realize we are lost, further from home and our desired destination than when we started out. We had no idea we were going the wrong way or that something had even gone wrong until we had gone so far.

Be a Part of Lakewood RV Resort Christmas for the Children Project

Submitted by Donna Wright, Lakewood resident and event chairperson

A hhh…winter in South Texas is highly anticipated this time of year, and as Winter Texan residents are returning to the Valley for the winter, here at Lakewood RV Resort, that means it’s time to prepare for our 29th Christmas for the Children Project. We are providing Christmas for more than 15 less-fortunate families from a local elementary, where many of our Lakewood RV Resort Winter Texans have spent years mentoring students. This Project started 29 years ago with our Worship Committee.

Our fundraisers for this project have included a Soup for the Needy Luncheon and Bake Sale and a dance. We also have a Quilt Raffle and Wood Carving Raffles. The quilt has been designed by our quilting ladies, and one of our resort woodcarving residents carved items.

Raffle tickets are on sale now, and you need not be present to win. The drawing is December 5.

As chair of this project, let me explain how it works. On the day of the Christmas for the Children party, the families come to our RV resort for lots of fun with Santa and Mrs. Clause and meet our residents. They enjoy cookies, punch, and fellowship and receive their groceries and gifts and a handmade quilt for each child. We receive a warm sense of the season in our hearts, serving God in His work. •

If only we would stop and pick up the “long cane,” the guiding light God has provided us all, and begin to utilize it! If only we would read His Word, learn about the Light and His ways, begin to trust Him and obey, we could be saved and our way made sure all the rest of our days and on into eternity.

I am sure it took much patience, learning, and practice for that blind man to fully trust his guiding long cane. He did not give up on using it-no matter the obstacles that came his way--because he had been assured it was his only way to maneuver safely through life and arrive at his desired destination. He had faith that if he kept at it, he would reach his goal.

Jesus is the Word, the Light, the Way, the Truth, and the Life! The Holy Spirit is our guide to oneness and eternal life with Him. God is loving, long-suffering, and patient toward us as He stands ready to show us the way out of darkness into light, to open our eyes to see we can trust the Lord God Almighty!

He shall order the lamps upon the pure candlestick before the Lord continually. ~Leviticus 24:4 KJV

Stacy and Chaplain Mark McDonald serve at Mission West RV Park in Mission. They are with Christian Resort Ministries, which provides RV resorts throughout the RGV nondenominational worship services. You can contact the McDonalds for their worship times at Mrmcdonald41@ yahoo.com. •

Winter Arrives at IMAS

The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) invites the community to celebrate its upcoming winter festivities. IMAS will be hosting a Biodiversity Festival & Winter Market, its Annual Christmas Tree Forest, as well as winter programs, including the Operation Imagination Winter Camp and an Adult Folk Art Workshop in Basketry.

The Biodiversity Festival will celebrate the incredible variety of life on Earth! Explore the field of biodiversity through hands-on

activities, visit the Smithsonian exhibition Life in One Cubic Foot , engage with community organizations, and shop at the Market at the Museum.

Participating organizations include UTRGV Soil Ecology Lab, Estero Llano Grande State Park, and more. The event will be held at the International Museum of Art & Science December 4 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., with a special early Members’ Hour from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

This year’s Annual Christmas Tree Forest is celebrating An International Christmas and is organized and supported by the IMAS Guild. This

annual tradition has been a favorite, long-standing exhibit that brings the community together--and the IMAS to life--during the holiday season. Each tree follows an overarching theme and interprets that theme in its own creative and original way. The tradition of the Christmas Tree Forest brings to life the spirit of art, creation, and handmade ornaments and inspires creativity among our youngest visitors through adult organizations and groups. The Annual Christmas Tree Forest will be on display at the IMAS December 3 through December 31. Winter programs this December

include Operation Imagination Winter Camp and Adult Folk Art Workshop in Basketry. Operation Imagination Winter Camp is a three-day camp, December 28 through December 30, that will focus on the Smithsonian exhibition Life in One Cubic Foot, a look into the incredible variety of life on Earth. Registration for the Winter Camp is now open.

The Adult Folk Art Workshop in Basketry will explore the beautiful art of Mexican basketry and its roots in indigenous practices. In this Workshop, participants will get a deeper look into the Mexican basketry in the permanent collection as they create their own functional bowl from reeds. This Workshop will be held December 10 from 2-4 p.m. and will be taught by Selena Garza. The cost is $15 per participant ($10 for IMAS Members).

Visitors can also take on the Gingerbread House Workshop building challenge December 9, 10, 11, and 17. This workshop is $10 ($5 for IMAS Members).

Learn more about workshops at the IMAS by visiting theimasonline.org/ explore-imas. •

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River Bend RV, Park Model, Porthome, Garden Home or Single Family Home lots available to build your dream retirement home. Beautiful, active, golf course community. Starting at $19,900. Schedule your tour today. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

1048 N. Alamo Rd., #23 1/1 mobile home features open floorplan and is fully furnished and move-in ready. Washer & dryer included, an additional 8 x 10 shed for storage, covered carport, big backyard. Monthly lot rent $421. Call Bonnie, (956) 434-6112

3906 Mallard RV lot has FHU and a cozy coach house with a bath with shower and a kitchenette. Coach house is fully furnished and there’s even a golf cart included. RV lot it long enough for the largest RV. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

4006 Mallard The RV lot has FHU, a cozy coach house with a bath with shower, tons of storage and washer/ dryer. The lot backs to greenspace giving you a nice sense of space and privacy and is just 2 lots from the pool. Call Carol, (956) 900-8487

Things I Have Learned

A somewhat random and reckless look at life from a fairly old guy

By Bill Ward Walking Through Minefields

Today’s Wisdom: It is the difference between men and women, not the sameness, that creates the tension and the delight. ~Edward Abbey

The other day, my wife and I were getting ready to go out for the evening. I was dressed and waiting by the door when she came into the room and asked, “How is this outfit?”

Not thinking clearly, and in the mode of a pass-fail option, I replied, “Fine.” Bad mistake! Her next question was, “Not good?”

One of the things I have learned in life, and I suspect many other men have, too, is that we operate on a yesor-no level. It’s OK or it’s not OK. It’s fine or it’s not fine. We are generally not in tune to the multiple levels of the female mind.

I had to talk my wife out of going back and changing in a quest to reach “good,” a state the same as fine in my mind.

I sometimes wonder if men just operate on a simpler level than women. Research has shown that women use both sides of their brains while men use just one side for each task. That makes women better at some things, like sensing emotional messages and reading facial expressions. They learn new

languages easier, spell better, and have better penmanship. They also hear better than men, which is a whole other column.

We men have our own set of things at which we are better. We are better coordinated, have better spatial recognition, and have a better sense of perspective. We also have a better sense of direction. None of the things on our list help us understand the female mind.

That comment the other night was grouped right in there with, “You’re wearing that?” and “When are you planning to…? (Fill in the blank.) There is a right answer, but my mind doesn’t always key in on it quickly. My answer is often preceded by the word “ummmm,” buying time while the gears in my brain struggle to come up with the (obvious to her) correct answer.

After many years together, my wife and I know each other pretty well. I find our occasional conversations like that evening to be funny, a reflection of the interesting dynamics at play in any marriage. We get along just fine, as do most of the older couples I know. Most of us have figured it out by now, or else we wouldn’t have gotten this far. But still, one must be careful when walking through minefields. Don’t ask me when I plan to wash the car.

I’m just sayin’.

Bill Ward is a retired healthcare administrator from Minnesota and a regular columnist, author, and untalented rock n’ roll musician. He winters at Casa Del Sol in Donna. You can contact Bill by email at bwward@charter.net .

SAVORY TREATS SWEET CRAVINGS

RECIPE CONNECTION

Sandy Shares A Popular Recipe From Hawaii

By Sandy Olson

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ooking 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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••• Some Like It Hot •••

Congealed Cranberry Salad

Submitted by Lone Star Citrus Growers

Serves 15-20

1 (6 oz.) box raspberry gelatin

1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple, drained

3 cups boiling water

1½ cups chopped pecans

1 pound fresh cranberries

Grated orange rind (optional)

2 cups sugar

In large mixing bowl, combine gelatin and water. Set aside to cool. Wash and drain cranberries and chop in food processor. Add sugar and mix well. Fold all ingredients into cooled gelatin. Pour into desired container/ mold and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours.

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awaii, our own American paradise, teaming with flora, fauna, and…food! Most of the meals on the islands are, of course, tropical in nature--lots of fresh fruits, veggies, seafood, and more. Kalua Pig is a traditional dish cooked in an underground oven (called an imu) for hours and hours. This recipe is made in the oven; no need to dig up your yard!

Oven Kalua Pig

2 tablespoons coarse salt

1 slice fresh ginger, half-inch, crushed ¼ cup soy sauce

1 tablespoon liquid smoke 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1 pork butt, 4-5 pounds, bone in 2 large cloves garlic, crushed Banana leaves*

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Mix together the salt, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, ginger, and liquid smoke. Place the meat in a zip-lock plastic bag and cover with the marinade. Let stand for an hour. Place a layer of banana leaves in a large roaster. Remove the roast

from the marinade and place on the leaves. Bring them up around the meat, totally enclosing it. Use as many leaves as needed to make a closed package. If using corn husks, you might want to tie with some butcher’s string to keep them in place around the roast.

Bake the roast for 4-5 hours. Unwrap, cool so you can work with it, and then shred the pork. Serves 8-10.

* You really can find banana leaves in larger supermarkets or specialty stores, but just in case, you can use reconstituted corn husks which are plentiful in Texas. Just make sure you have enough to encase the roast completely, with two layers, if necessary, of the softened leaves.

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. •

Spotted in the RGV

Photo and Caption by Eryn Reddell Wingert

Spotted at the Edinburg Scenic and Wetlands World Birding Center--a queen butterfly (left) and a monarch (right). If you have trouble distinguishing a queen from a monarch, here you go! The queen butterfly lives in the Rio Grande Valley year-round and is much smaller, with less color variation than the monarch. Monarch sightings are much rarer. The monarch migrates through South Texas between its winter home in Mexico and its summer home in Canada. •

CALENDAR OF EVENTS DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

WEEK OF November 23 - December 3, 2022

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Homemade Cake Donuts 07:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Preorder day before. (956) 585-0703.

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

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

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 Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-3140.

Happy Hour w/Ruthi 03:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-8412.

Social Hour w/Diego & Edith 03:00 PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 969-3740.

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

Happy Hour w/Southern Harmony 04:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. Pass the hat. (814) 792-0204.

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

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

Dance w/Retro Rockers 07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Thanksgiving Meal 11:00 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $17.99 pp. 2 seating times.(956) 565-2638.

Thanksgiving Lunch 01:00 PM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 581-1932.

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

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. •

admission. (956) 787-7839.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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) 585-5807.

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

Happy Hour w/Regan James 05:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 585-2638.

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00

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

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $8.00 pp. (956) 399-5125.

Country & Big Band Jam 07:00 PM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Invite only. (507) 273-3895.

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

Dance w/Sweetwater 07:00 PM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $8.00 pp. (603) 396-2783.

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

Dance w/Vinyl Spin 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

Elida Reyna 07:00 PM Port Isabel Event & Cultural Center, 309 Railroad St, Port Isabel. $35.00 pp. (956) 433-7195.

Harlingen Art Night 07:00 PM Harlingen CVB, Downtown Harlingen, Jackson Street. (956) 216-4910.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2022

Flea Market 08:00 AM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Free

Brownsville Farmers’ Market 09:00 AM Linear Park, 1534 E 6th St, Brownsville.

Growing Growers Farmers Market 09:00 AM Fireman’s Park, 201 1st St, McAllen. (956) 330-6410.

McAllen Farmers Market 10:00 AM McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St, McAllen. (956) 255-0190 November Market 10:00 AM St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2310 N Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-5005.

Country Jam & Lunch 11:00 AM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 540-8463.

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

Jam Session 12:30 PM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. Donations. (319) 330-7724. Rock & Roll/Big Band Jam 02:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. Invitation only. (972) 765-3377.

Harlingen Farmers Market 03:00 PM Harlingen CVB, 2nd & Tyler by City Hall, Harlingen. (956) 622-5053.

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

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 783-5008. Dance w/Diego & Edith 07:00 PM Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 580-4545.

Dance w/Southern Vibes 07:00 PM Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 519-8597.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 9680322.

Dance w/Texas Storm Band 07:00 PM Aladdin Villas, 1501 Aladdin Villas Blvd, W. Mission. $9.00 pp. (319) 230-1581.

Dance w/The Bottom Line 07:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 7877717.

The Chamberlin’s & Southern Express 07:00 PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N.

FM 492 Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 581-6718.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Cowboy Church 08:30 AM Victoria Palms Restaurant & Ballroom, 600 Kingston Way, Donna. Free admission.

Church Service 08:45 AM San Juan Gardens, 900 E Bus 83, San Juan. (515) 321-7943.

Church Service 09:00 AM Big Valley RV Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83m Donna. (319) 330-7724.

Church Service 09:00 AM Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 Harrison Ave, Harlingen. South hall. (956) 4233137.

Church Service 09:00 AM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. (956) 968-8412.

Church Service 09:00 AM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. (956) 969-3740.

Church Service 09:00 AM Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp. 77, Harlingen. (918) 595-0423.

Church Service 09:00 AM Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission.

Church Service 09:00 AM Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. (956) 585-9264.

Church Service 09:30 AM Quiet Village II, 215 S Valley View Rd, Donna. (405) 688-9338.

Church Service 09:30 AM Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-7839.

Church Service 10:00 AM Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. (605) 310-3720.

Church Service 10:00 AM Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

Church Service 10:00 AM All Saints’ Episcopal, 499 North Reagan Street, San Benito TX 78586

The Lighthouse Fellowship w/Vance Greek 10:00 AM Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. Everyone welcome. (956) 399-5800. South Padre Island Farmers Market 11:00 AM The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd, SPI.

Live Music w/Steven May & Leon Mann 01:30 PM Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 581-1033.

Blue Wolf 03:00 PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco.

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES

ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

$7.00 pp. (956) 968-6223.

Sunday Singles Supper Club 04:00 PM Bar-B-Cutie’s, 2211 E Griffin Pkwy, Mission. (956) 687-5115.

Stuffed Chicken Breast 04:00 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.

Curt James 07:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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/Diego & Edith 03:00

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

Chicken a la King Dinner 04:00 PM

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

Happy Hour w/RK Welander 04:00 PM Pleasant Valley Resort, 7325 W IH 2, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 5802940.

Farmers Market 04:30 PM Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd. Weslaco. (956) 969-3740.

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

Honey Chicken Pork Loin 04:30

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

Dave’s Karaoke 06:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 7823263.

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

Home for the Holidays 07:00 PM TSC Performing Arts Center, 90 Taylor Ave, Brownsville. $5.00 pp. (956) 882-7025.

UTRGV Clarinet Ensemble Spring

Concert 07:00 PM UTRGV Library Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. Free Admission. (956) 665-3881.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Craft Sale 08:00 AM Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. Free admission. (507) 351-5248.

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

Social Jam 12:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. (956) 9688412.

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

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

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

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00 PM South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free

admission. (956) 761-6433.

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

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Biscuits & Gravy or Breakfast Taco 07:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

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

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

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

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/Diego & Edith 03:00 PM Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-8412.

DANCEJAM SESSIONSMEALSSALES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

Happy Hour w/RK Welander 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.

Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 04:30

PM Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. Pass the hat. (956) 5198650.

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 Howlers 05:00 PM Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Palmview. Pass the hat. (956) 607-6218.

Tree Lighting Ceremony & Annual Christmas Parade 05:30 PM South Padre Island City Hall, SPI City Hall, 4601 Padre Blvd.

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

Southern Express 06:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. (956) 783-4587.

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

Dance w/Leslie Blasing 07:00 PM Golf View Estates, 7424 Couples Cir, Mission. $8.00 pp. (573) 873-5545.

Dance w/Renaissance Rockers 07:00 PM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $10.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022

Craft Show 08:00 AM Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Taco Lunch 11:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Lunch/Dinner @Cafe Grande 11:30

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

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

Big Band Jam 01:00 PM La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Dr, Alamo. (612) 644-1763.

Jam Session 01:00 PM Dixieland Mobile Home Park, 1325 Dixieland

Dr, Harlingen. Free admission. (815) 440-8497.

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/Leslie Blasing 03:00 PM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. Pass the hat. (956) 773-5773.

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

Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner 04:00

PM Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. $8.00 pp. Get tickets by 11-30. (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.

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

Acoustic Jam 06:00 PM Palm

Gardens RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. Fiesta Hall. (308) 367-7900.

Weslaco Holiday Market 06:30 PM Weslaco City Hall, 255 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco. (956) 968-3181.

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

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights 07:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 9685760.

UTRGV Opera Theater 07:00 PM UTRGV Library Auditorium, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. $10.00 pp. (956) 665-3881.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2022

Tropic Star Yard Sale 07:30 AM Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. (956) 787-5773.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Palm Shadows Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. (605) 519-8191.

Park Wide Garage Sale 08:00 AM Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5859264.

Park Wide Patio Sale 08:00 AM

Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. Free admission. (956) 5198650.

Park Wide Patio Sale 08:00 AM Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. (956) 532-9665.

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

Skate A Palooza Ice Rink 12:00 PM Cameron County Amphitheater & Event Center, 53550 Dolphin Cove, South Padre Island.

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

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

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

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 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.

Happy Hour w/Diego 03:00 PM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 968-6223.

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

Holiday Light Show on SPI 06:00

PM South Padre Island Convention

Center, 7355 Padre Blvd. SPI. Free admission. (956) 761-6433.

Dance w/Sweetwater 06:00 PM

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

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

Dance w/DJ Doty-80’s Theme 07:00 PM Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (956) 782-3263.

Dance w/Night Howlers 07:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

Dance w/Rewind 07:00 PM Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (956) 7834587.

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

Dance w/Steven May 07:00 PM Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 7832605.

Dance w/The Agency 07:00 PM BitO-Heaven RV & Mobile Home Resort, 1051 W Bus 83, Donna. $10.00 pp. (603) 396-2783.

Dance w/The Howlers 07:00 PM Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $8.00 pp. (956) 464-9024. A Touch of Frost 08:00 PM McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen. $39.00 & Up. (956) 661-1615.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2022

Winter Green Estates Flea Market 07:00 AM Winter Green Estates, 500 N Bryan Rd, Mission. Free admission. (218) 310-3064.

Park Wide Garage Sale 08:00 AM Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission. (956) 585-9264.

Park Wide Patio Sale 08:00 AM

Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. Free admission. (956) 519-8650.

Craft Fair 08:00 AM Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Free admission. (956) 565-2638.

Craft Show 08:00 AM Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Rd Pharr, Free admission. (956) 7827886.

Park Wide Sale 08:00 AM Valhalla Park, 505 E Ramseyer, Edinburg. Free admission. (507) 830-0509.

Parkwide Yard Sale 08:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Patio Sale 08:00 AM Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. (956) 968-6223.

Yard Sale/Lunch 08:00 AM Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-5807.

Jackson Street Market Days 09:00 AM Downtown Harlingen, For information call (956) 423-4041.

River Bend Craft Fair 09:00 AM River Bend Resort & Golf Club, 4551 US Hwy 281, Brownsville. Free Admission. (956) 621-2746.

McAllen Farmers Market 10:00 AM McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St, McAllen. (956) 255-0190

Country Jam & Lunch 11:00 AM Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 540-8463.

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

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

Rock & Roll/Big Band Jam 02:00

PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. Invitation only. (972) 765-3377.

Harlingen Farmers Market 03:00 PM

Harlingen CVB, 2nd & Tyler by City Hall, Harlingen. (956) 622-5053.

Beach Party w/The Castaways 03:00 PM Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-4833 x 1062.

Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade 06:00 PM Port Isabel Chamber of Commerce, 190 Port Rd, Port Isabel. Free admission. (956) 433-1015.

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

Dance w/Texas Wheels 07:00 PM Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 7835008.

Dance w/Retro Rockers 07:00 PM McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $9.00 pp. (956) 7500458.

Dance w/Smokin’ Gun 07:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (956) 968-0322.

Dance w/Sweetwater 07:00 PM Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 7877717.

Dance w/Time Machine 07:00 PM Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 5291878.