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Travel Division He gives the example of La India, a spice-packing company that also has a tasting room and, soon, cooking lessons. “It’s a house with a doorbell; it’s a whole experience walking in there!” Next on his list: the friendly community. “Anywhere you go,” Vasquez shares with a proud smile, “you’re going to be very welcome.” Also on hand at Connection Fair, the South Padre Island Convention and Visitors Bureau (SPI CVB). Management assistant Ema Jaramillo and event experience coordinator Luis Rios manage the booth, passing out bags, t-shirts, and event flyers.
Coming up the first weekend in December: the annual Lighted Boat Parade. The public is invited to take part in the parade, either by joining the boats or spectating from the Island along the Entertainment District and The Green, where bleacher seating will be available. (Of note: Tours by Welcome Home RGV has secured boat entries and is offering the event as a tour. Visit welcomehomergv.com to purchase.) Pickleball on Padre is another upcoming event--January 8 – 12--at the South Padre Island Convention Center. It’s free to the public, Jaramillo says. “Just show up and come on in!” CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
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Meanwhile, the Island is home to two pickleball courts, with four more under construction. While the summer might appear to be the busy season, the CVB is busy year-round, welcoming visitors from all over the world. “We’re a first-class beach destination,” says Jaramillo. Rios adds, “As soon as you
cross the [Queen Isabella Memorial] Causeway, it feels like you’re in a whole different place. Its very relaxing.” The SPI CVB and Visit Laredo were two of 65 vendors taking part in the fair. Other vendors included Colair, Inc.; Osprey Cruises; Galvan Insurance; Rio Grande Regional Hospital; Texas Oncology; Suerte Bar & Grill; SPI
Birding, Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary; and McAllen International Airport, just to name a few. While Joe Graham of Breakaway Cruises utilized his radio voice to help call out winning numbers for the vendor-donated door prizes, Peter Loring, activity director for Seven Oaks RV Resort in Mission, took a seat.
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His succinct response when asked how the Connection Fair went: “Good. Especially, I’d say, for activity directors!” For more information on Laredo, go to visitlaredo.com and for more on South Padre Island, visit sopadre.com. For area services, attractions, tours, and more, visit welcomehomergv.com. •
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by Eryn Reddell Wingert
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being carefully monitored during its incubation period. Sea turtle releases are part of the conservation efforts of Sea Turtle, Inc. For more information, visit seaturtleinc.org. •
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market December 2 Winter Green Estates, 500 N. Bryan Road in Mission, will hold its annual Holiday Flea Market Saturday, December 2. The Market opens at 7 a.m. and continues until 12 noon. Along with the sale, breakfast will be served, beginning at 7 a.m., and lunch may be enjoyed until 12:30 p.m. This sale benefits residents of Winter
Green Estates and is put on strictly by park volunteers. A wide variety of items will be for sale, including Christmas items, appliances, beds, sofas, chairs, golf clubs, household goods, tools, clothing, purses, and 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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Happy Hugsgiving to Everyone Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
We want to send out hugs of thanks
to all who have been alongside this ministry and given in so many different ways. Thanks to y’all, we get to experience Thanksgiving every day! Over the last nine years, we have been so blessed by all of you who bring in bags of hats, shawls, and blankets when you arrive back to your South Texas home and those who mail boxes and boxes all year to add to the Donation Chest. Thank you! These sweet boxes of gifts always come with a card of encouragement that touches everyone’s heart. And you all continue to send financial donations and support to the shop, and those help keep the lights on and the needles going! As 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 is put together. There is such a variety of gifts being sent out, and their common thread is the love and care they contain. There will be headbands in Bangladesh, hats for the homeless in McAllen, and
blankets in Progresso, Mexico, and, well…the list goes on! Also, we know you come here for the warm weather,
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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. This past year has also seen the addition of clinics we serve with the provision of Knitted Knockers. This year, over 300 Knockers have been collected for distribution throughout the year. What a blessing to these women. Thank you! Happy Hugsgiving, Everyone! Give each other a hug from all of us, and enjoy your Turkey Day! Remember, there are so many ways to “stitch it forward.” We would love y’all to join us, in person, at The Lamb’s Loom.
We are located at 1102 Tamarack in McAllen. We are open Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additional parking is available in the rear via Upas Avenue. Updates and other information are available on our website at thelambsloom.com Let’s continue to #stitchitforward together! We’re putting #loveineverystitch. •
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Things I Have Learned A somewhat random and reckless look at life from a fairly old guy by Bill Ward
The View From the Back of the Ambulance
I wrote this story for another
Bill Ward is a retired health-care administrator from Minnesota and a regular columnist, author, and untalented rock ‘n’ roll musician, playing with the band Night Ryders. He winters at Casa Del Sol in Donna. You can contact Bill by email at bwward@charter.net.
publication a few years ago in response to a bit of a hiccup in my life. It seems fitting to bring it back to share with all of you today. I think it fits nicely with our times. As I was rolling down the highway, I was thinking, “So this is the view from the back of the ambulance. Hey, that could be a great book title!” I tucked the thought away for future reference. However, as the hours and days since have passed, I came to realize the story was already written. There really was something to view from the back of the ambulance. It just took a few days to become visible. The view actually started as soon as my event started.
People I worked with rallied to support me. In minutes, my family was at my side, and they literally were in my view behind us as we drove down the highway. Then a couple good friends showed up at the emergency room. I had prayer partners before we even knew what to pray for. Back home, my phone was ringing with others, concerned. The church prayer chain activated. My family members’ coworkers were offering concern and help, if we needed it. The community was rallying to support us. I realized the view from the back of the ambulance was a lot like seeing the crew of support people in the old cell phone ads. (Can you hear me now?) So what does this have to do with all of us? The answer is EVERYTHING! My view was of the heart and soul of a small community. It was people’s connectedness and concern that comes from plugging into a place where, as they said at Cheers, “Everybody knows your name.”
Our towns are full of buildings, institutions, roads, stores, and other infrastructure. That is the stuff you see when you drive through, and that is the visual image we have of any town. But that is just the shell. The heart is the people.
One thing I have learned is that our lives in our communities will be defined by the people we surround ourselves with. Our “small townness” gives us a leg up on that, not because we are better people than those in the city but because we are where we all know each other. The same is true in our RGV parks. Are you plugged in adequately to be a part of that? If not, plug in, join, volunteer, relate, sign up, or do whatever it takes to get into the fabric of the small town. Don’t do it for what you can get out of it. Do it for what you can put into it. The rest all works out. It’s a great place to be. I’m just sayin’.•
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Upcoming UTRGV Arts Events Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
UTRGV Mariachi Aztlán and Mariachi Juvenil Aztlán
UTRGV Performing Arts Complex 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg Tuesday, November 28 7 – 9 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Dr. William (Bill) Haugeberg is known for his versatility. Bill frequently plays on tenor, alto, and bass trombone in a variety of styles--from jazz to orchestral and from solo to chamber music. He is currently the
assistant professor of low brass at The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) in Brownsville. For questions or special accommodations for these or any UTRGV Arts performances,
please contact the UTRGV School of Music at 956-8027025 or 956-665-3881. Subscribe to the UTRGV Arts newsletter at utrgvarts.tiny.us/ connect to learn about more events like this. •
The national-award-winning Mariachi Aztlán was founded by Dr. Dahlia Guerra, assistant vice-president of public art at the University of Texas Rio Grande Va l l e y a n d i s c o - d i r e c t e d b y Francisco Loera, who is on the faculty of the School of Music at UTRGV. Mariachi Aztlán has traveled throughout Mexico, Canada, and the United States as musical ambassadors, representing the beauty of Hispanic music and cultural traditions. Dr. William Haugeberg, Trombone Faculty Artist Series TSC Performing Arts Center 90 Taylor Ave., Brownsville Wednesday November 29 7 – 9 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.
10th Annual A Season of Hope Arts Festival: Celebrating Education and the Art We welcome the community to join
in our festivities as we celebrate the 10th Annual A Season of Hope Arts Festival. This McAllen holiday tradition celebrates visual and performing arts education and artists in the Rio Grande Valley. In addition, it encourages young people in our community to explore and appreciate the Arts. This year, the festival will be a two-day event. The festivities begin on Black Friday, November 24, with the Lighting of the Tree at 5:30 p.m. Music will be provided throughout the evening by students from Creative Arts Studio. Creative Arts Studio is a collective of local artists empowering our communities through fine arts education. The evening continues with “Art at the Village” from 6 - 9 p.m. Local artists will have their work on display and be on hand to show and sell their original work. The festival continues Saturday, November 25, from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Support your local artists
by shopping the assortment of professional artists’ booths. They will exhibit their masterpieces of
jewelry, paintings, photographs, sculptures, and other media. All the works of art that are for sale at A Season of Hope Arts Festival are original, handcrafted pieces. Most are one of a kind. In addition, 97.7, The City radio station, will provide holiday music throughout the day. The City’s focus is to encourage kids to become involved in media arts through radio classes and on-air experience. Exhibiting artists had to go through a lengthy selection process before being chosen to participate in this annual event. Proceeds from the professional artists’ application fee and the selected artists’ booth fees provide scholarships f o r Va l l e y s t u d e n t s . Students studying draw-
ing, painting, photography, dance, music, and voice are eligible for these scholarships. For further information about A Season of Hope Arts Festival, contact Yoli Cantu at 956-687-8682. •
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Perspectives by Sheila Freeland, Chaplain’s Wife
When walking, we are told to
look ahead and not down. “Keep your focus on the destina-tion,” they say. I don’t know about you, but that’s a hard thing to do. For me, it’s a habit to look down and see what is right before me, whether there is a rock, a crack in the sidewalk, a limb, or any other obstacle that may be in my path. I have noticed when I am looking down, I don’t walk as straight and my posture isn’t the best. I am kind of all over the place with my steps. While focusing on my destination, I walk much straighter and with a better posture. I’m not worrying about what’s right before me… just focused on the goal. My goal is to finish well, no matter what obstacle may or may not be laying before me.
Focus On Your Destination This can also be our walk with Jesus and through this world. When we look down and see all of the obstacles we may have, we get distracted over how to avoid them or fix them or how to get through them. The obstacles may be like pain, grief, work, or other struggles that come up in this world. We can stumble and be flippy floppy with where we want to walk, but if we would just keep our eye on Jesus and have Him as our destination, then our walk would be straighter with less worry about what may or may not be right before us. John 1:36 KJV And looking upon Jesus as he walked, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God!
Sheila Freeland is the wife of Chaplain Branden Freeland, who serves at Fig Tree RV Resort and Park Place Estates RV Resort in Harlingen. They are with Christian Resort Ministries, which provides non-denominational worship services in RV resorts throughout t h e R G V. Yo u m a y contact the Freelands at brandenfreeland@ gmail.com or at Thedesignseedco@ aol.com (Sheila). You may also contact Christian Resort Ministries at crmintl.org regarding opportunities to serve in your community. •
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This 14 x 48 mini mobile home is 2 bedroom and 1 bath, fully furnished and move in ready! Sub flooring and indoor flooring replaced, central air conditioning and heat, new laminate flooring and carpet. Bonnie Dominguez, MHSLSP00045160, (956) 434-61123
This 1/1 RV Porthome with spacious eat in kitchen and large utility room has plenty of room for all the necessities and is the perfect place for you to enjoy the Texas Tropics. You’ll love the.10’ ceilings and covered parking w/ FHU for your RV. Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487
This spacious RV lot features FHU and a great outdoor living area. The coach house was recently updated and painted inside and out and has a large enclosed storage. TVs, furniture and appliances convey. HOA fee includes landscape maintenance Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487
Alamo Country Club, Alamo
McAllen Mobile Park, McAllen
Adobe Wells, McAllen
Llano Grande Resort & Golf Club, Mercedes
$30,000
$16,500
$89,000
$83,000
PRICE REFRESHED - Looking for the PERFECT community to build your retirement home or Winter get-away??? Please checkout this 6,250 square foot lot located in Alamo Country Club. Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
Have I got the PERFECT place for YOU!! This 1 bedroom/1 bathroom built in 2000 is fully furnished and 100% turn key ready and even includes plate ware, glassware, and silverware! The outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy warm South Texas breezes with neighbors and friends. Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
BACK ON MARKET! Spacious 2 bed/2 bath home has 1278 sqft and features large primary w/ private bath. Spacious living room with nice front bay windows. Large Texas Room PLUS separate workshop/storage area! Assumable VA loan for qualified buyers! Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
Turnkey, open concept home encompasses everything you need (+). 3 Bd, 2 Ba Oakwood Manufactured Home (1,280 sq ft). Spacious rooms with lots of natural lighting, Walkin Closets, Fully Furnished, Large Carport/Patio, Air-Conditioned Workshop with Storage. Welcome Home! Gail Gallagher, TREC797370, MHSLSP00048999, (816) 916-5583
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2023 Y-Cook Cafe, 7:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Karaoke, 3:00 PM, Bluebonnet RV Resort Mission (956) 585-7630 (720) 253-8608 Social Hour, 3:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith, 3:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140 Gospel Sing, 6:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Steven May & The Southern Knights, 7:00 PM, Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959 $8 Vinyl Spin, 8:00 PM, Whistling Duck Mission (956) 599-9586
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2023 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM,
JAM SESSIONS
MEALS
SALES
Looking for something to do here in the Rio Grande Valley? Our calendar of events has
been the go-to source for our retirees to check out the lighter side of the Valley 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 Mondays at 5:00pm. •
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Jealous Heart, 7:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-6538 $8
Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Bruce Boudreau Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Vinyl Spin, 6:30 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge McAllen (956) 686-3902 The Rovers, 7:00 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 $10 CanAm, 7:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (956) 464-5191 (603) 396-2786 $8 Diego & Edith, 7:00 PM, Canyon Lake RV Resort Mission (956) 580-4545 $8 Big Band & Country Jam, 7:00 PM, Palm Shadows Resort Donna (956) 597-6900 Double Decker, 7:00 PM, Park Place Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Dance w/Texas Wheels, 7:00 PM, Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4137 $8
Saturday Morning Breakfast, 7:00 AM, Eldorado Acres Palmview (956) 581-6718 $4 Flea Market, 8:00 AM, Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839 Craft sale, 8:00 AM, Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 Growing Growers Farmers Market, 9:00 AM, Firemans Park McAllen McAllen Farmers Market, 10:00 AM, McAllen Public Library McAllen (956) 255-0190 Jam Session Lunch, 11:00 AM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932 Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Big Valley RV Park Donna (319) 330-7724 Country Jam, 12:30 PM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932 Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam, 1:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park McAllen (956) 279-1990 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM,
South Padre Island Entertainment District
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2023
Calendar
Cannon Bar Boil Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday Noon-6 pm specials
Shrimp Boil Domestic Beer Lime Margarita rocks House Wine glass
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$12.00 $2.00 $2.50 $3.00
Live Entertainment from 3-6pm
Book your Winter Texan Shrimp Boil Parties Now taking reservations!
110 N Garcia Port Isabel, TX 78578
(956) 943-3663
The Cannon Bar is an outside water front bar next to Pirates Landing Restaurant *prices and specials are subject to change without notice
Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Harlingen Farmers Market, 3:00 PM, Harlingen Convention and Visitors Bureau Harlingen (956) 622-5053 Karaoke, 5:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort and Golf Club Mercedes (956) 565-2638 Dance w/Texas Storm, 7:00 PM, Aladdin Villas Mission (956) 581-1288 $9 Michael Flores of Southern Vibes, 7:00 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 Dance w/Texas Wheels, 7:00 PM, Casa del Valle Alamo (956) 783-5008 $8 Dance w/Bruce Boudreau, 7:00 PM, Eldorado Acres Palmview (956) 581-6718 $8 Dance w/Night Howlers, 7:00 PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch Mission (956) 519-8597 $8 Diego & Edith, 7:00 PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-0322 $8 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Ron Moshier, 7:00 PM, Southern CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 >>
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Comfort RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140 $8 Vinyl Spin, 7:00 PM, The Ice House Mission (956) 424-8450 Sweetwater, 7:00 PM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort Alamo (956) 787-7717 $8 The Castaway’s, 7:00 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 $8
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2023 South Padre Island Farmers Market, 11:00 AM, The Shores South Padre Island Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2023 Line Dance Class, 10:00 AM, Leisure Valley Ranch Mission (956) 529-1878 Diego & Edith Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Hamburger Night, 4:30 PM, Mission West RV Resort Mission (956) 585-5551 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2023 Craft Sale, 8:00 AM, Paradise Resort Estates Pharr (956) 787-1521 Jam Session, 1:00 PM, The Grove San Juan Denim & Lace, 3:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786
Bruce Boudreau, 3:00 PM, Park Place Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414 Steven May Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Happy Hour w/Southern Harmony, 4:00 PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch Mission (956) 519-8597 Chris Moreau, 5:00 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 Radioactive Karaoke, 5:00 PM, Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 Tim Cameron, 6:00 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 Bruce Boudreau, 7:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 $8 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2023 Y-Cook Cafe, 7:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 School Supply Drive, 1:30 PM, Split Rail RV Park Mission (956) 585-8135 Happy Hour w/JerryCo, 4:00 PM, Aladdin Villas Mission (956) 581-1288 Biscuit/Sausage Gravy & Pancake Supper, 4:30 PM, Big Valley RV Park Donna (956) 464-4159 $7 Gospel Sing, 6:00 PM, Southern Comfort
JAM SESSIONS
MEALS
RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140 Rewind, 7:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort and Golf Club Mercedes (956) 565-2638 $10 Ralph Kuster, 7:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates Pharr (956) 787-1521 $9 Steven May & The Southern Knights, 7:00 PM, Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959 $8
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2023 All You can Eat Pancakes, 9:00 AM, The Grove San Juan BYOTS Country Jam Lunch, 11:00 AM, Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 $8 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Country Jam Session, 1:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 Curt James, 3:00 PM, Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 Regan James Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Ron Moshier, 5:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort and Golf Club Mercedes (956) 565-2638 L i g h t i n g O f T h e Tr e e , 6 : 0 0 P M , Promenade Park Amphitheater Edinburg Big Band Jam, 6:30 PM, La Hacienda Estates Alamo (254) 449-4568 Dance w/Texas Wheels, 7:00 PM,
SALES
Mission Bell Tradewinds RV Resort Mission (956) 585-4833 $8 Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights, 7:00 PM, Mission West RV Resort Mission (956) 585-5551 $8 Ralph Kuster, 7:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 $8
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2023 Yard Sale, 8:00 AM, Oleander Acres RV Resort Mission (956) 585-9093 Craft Show, 8:00 AM, Palm Shadows Resort Donna (956) 597-6900 Parkwide Garage Sale, 9:00 AM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932 Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-4020 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Music Jam, 1:00 PM, Split Rail RV Park Mission (956) 585-8135 Curt James, 3:00 PM, Ranchero Village Senior Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-6223 Bruce Boudreau Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Fish Fry, 4:30 PM, Mission West RV Resort Mission (956) 585-5551 Night of Lights Parade, 7:00 PM, Promenade Park Amphitheater Edinburg Curt James, 7:00 PM, Alamo Rose RV Resort Alamo (956) 783-2600 $8
Canyon Lake RV Resort
DANCES
7:00 - 10:00 PM
Nov 24 The Rovers Nov 25 SouthernVibes
$10 pp
Dec 1 Dec 8
Brody River Band Time Machine
$10 pp $10 pp
Dec 16
Razz Ma Tazz
Pass The Hat Celebrate Michael Flores of SouthernVibes birthday
ENTERTAINMENT HAPPY HOUR
7:00 - 10:00 PM Donations Pass The Hat
Nov 28
Tim Cameron
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Dec 13
Diego & Edith
4:00 - 5:30 PM
SPECIAL EVENT Dec 2 Dec 9
Patio Sale Craft Show
8:00-Noon 8:00-Noon
Breakfast and Lunch available for purchase
JAM SESSIONS
Join us every other Thursday Dec 28 thru March 7 for Rock n Roll Jam Sessions at 12:30p.m.
MEALS
“Y” Cook Cafe run by our residents, Everyone is welcome!
Monday Night Meals Wednesday Breakfast Thursday Lunch
4:30 PM 7:30 AM 11:00 AM
956-585-0703
1645 S. Bentsen Palm Drive, Palmview, TX Paula McSpadden, Activity Director
TUES HAPPY HOUR 3 PM - 5 PM (unless otherwise noted) Pass the bucket
WEDNESDAYS JAM SESSION 1 PM - 3 PM Starting Dec 6th BYOB & Snacks Come & sing or play or just listen
Nov 28 • Denim & Lace Dec 5 • Bruce Boudreau Dec 12 • Curt James Dec 19 • Regan James Dec 26 • Jerry Co
ENTERTAINMENT
Doors Open 1 hour before Sunday, Dec 10
Razz Ma Tazz • 2 - 3pm $5 Wednesday, Dec 13 Lindley Creek • 7 -9pm $10
FRI DANCES
EVERY THURS SOUP SUPPER 4:30 PM | $4 Starting Dec 7th
All You Can Eat BYOTS • Dessert for sale
PATIO SALE DEC 2
7 PM - 10 PM
Doors Open at 6pm. BYOB Snacks, Popcorn & Soda for sale Nov 24 • Can Am
4770 N. Mayberry Mission, TX 78573 Upcoming Events
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
BYOB, Snack Bar
Diamonds and Denim Theme Tickets at the Door
BYOB, Snack Bar
CRAFT FAIR 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Breakfast and Bakery Items for sale
1051 W. Bus Hwy 83 | Donna, TX 78537
$8
Dec 1
• Ron Moshier $8
Dec 8
• Texas Wheels $10
Dec 15 • The Fabulous $12 Cruisers
DEC 8
www.bit-o-heaven.net
Bit-O-Heaven RV and Mobile Home Resort
Susan Thomas, A C T I V I T Y D I R E C T O R
603-396-2786 / fulltimers@earthlink.net
DANCES
Tickets at the Door
Held in Clubhouse - Lunch Available at 11:30
www.canyonlakervresort.com
Dec 1 Pass The Hat Curt James 3 - 5 pm Diego & Edith Pass The Hat 3 - 4:30 pm Dec 8 Helen Russell & Co 3 - 5 pm Dec 15 Pass The Hat Christmas Dance 7 - 10 pm Dec 22 $8.00 with Sweetwater ENTERTAINMENT Razz Ma Tazz
7 - 9 pm
Dec 9
$5.00
SALES 8-12 pm Patio Sale Dec 2 Woodcarving Show 8-12 pm Jan 8, 2024 RC RACING
Concrete Track Racing - Fridays at 9:30 am, sign in at 9:00 Dirt Track Racing - Tuesdays at 9:30 am, sign in at 9:00
1900 S. Bridge Ave, Weslaco
(956) 968-6223
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Brody River Band, 7:00 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 $10 Ron Moshier, 7:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 $8 The Chamberlain’s, 7:00 PM, Fiesta Village Mission (956) 585-9264 $8 Lindley Creek Christmas Show, 7:00 PM, Golf View Estates Julia Lane Cooper, 7:00 PM, Park Place Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414 $7 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Steven May & The Southern Knights, 7:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-6538 $8
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2023 Saturday Morning Breakfast, 7:00 AM, Eldorado Acres Palmview (956) 581-6718 $4 Winter Green Estates Flea Market, 7:00 AM, Winter Green Estates Mission (956) 322-7434 Kris Kringle Craft Show, 8:00 AM, Aladdin Villas Mission (956) 581-1288 Patio Sale, 8:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 Yard Sale, 8:00 AM, Bentsen Palm RV Park Mission (956) 585-0541 Patio Sale, 8:00 AM, Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 Craft Show, 8:00 AM, Chimney Park
Mission (956) 585-5061 Community Yard Sale, 8:00 AM, Citrus Village Subdivision Craft Show, Bake Sale & Park Sale, 8:00 AM, Enchanted Valley Ranch Mission (956) 519-8597 Flea Market, 8:00 AM, Heritage Square Mission (956) 580-3530 Yard Sale, 8:00 AM, Oleander Acres RV Resort Mission (956) 585-9093 Park Wide Patio Sale, 8:00 AM, Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 Patio Sale, 8:00 AM, Southern Comfort RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140 Growing Growers Farmers Market, 9:00 AM, Firemans Park McAllen Parkwide Garage Sale, 9:00 AM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932 Craft Show, 9:00 AM, Llano Grande Resort and Golf Club Mercedes (956) 565-2638 River Bend Craft/Vendor Fair, 9:00 AM, River Bend Resort and Golf Club Brownsville Laguna Madre Art Gallery Workshop, 10:00 AM, Laguna Madre Art Gallery (956) 943-1407 $40 McAllen Farmers Market, 10:00 AM, McAllen Public Library McAllen (956) 255-0190 Free Saturday at The Weslaco Museum, 10:00 AM, Weslaco Museum Weslaco (956) 968-9142 Jam Session Lunch, 11:00 AM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932
JAM SESSIONS
MEALS
Widows’ Support Group, 12:00 PM, Tropical Valley Acres Mission (515) 290-0011 Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Big Valley RV Park Donna (319) 330-7724 Country Jam, 12:30 PM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932 Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam, 1:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park McAllen (956) 279-1990 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Shannon Garrison Karaoke, 3:00 PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park Alamo (918) 527-2655 Harlingen Farmers Market, 3:00 PM, Harlingen Convention and Visitors Bureau Harlingen (956) 622-5053 Lighted Boat Parade, 6:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District South Padre Island Route 66, 7:00 PM, Leisure Valley Ranch Mission (956) 529-1878 Dance w/Hot Rodz, 7:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates Pharr (956) 787-1521 $10 Steven May & The Southern Knights, 7:00 PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-0322 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Wally Garza & Texas Blood, 7:00 PM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort Alamo (956) 787-7717 $8 Sweetwater, 7:00 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 $8
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SALES
Retro Rockers, 7:00 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-4020 Vinyl Spin, 8:00 PM, Barrel House Kitchen & Bar Edinburg (956) 663-2100
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2023 Breakfast with Santa, 9:00 AM, South Padre Island Convention Center South Padre Island Farmers Market, 11:00 AM, The Shores South Padre Island PH 2-4 Round Dance Party, 1:30 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 $5 Lindley Creek Christmas Show, 6:00 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 787-7571 $12 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District
MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2023 Countryside Jam, 1:00 PM, Countryside RV Park Donna (956) 464-3834 Beginner Line Dancing, 1:30 PM, Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839 $2 High Beginner Line Dancing, 2:30 PM, Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839 $2 Diego & Edith Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Hamburger Night, 4:30 PM, Mission West RV Resort Mission (956) 585-5551 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, CONTINUED ON PAGE 18 >>
Trophy Gardens Indoor / outdoor seating by the Rio Grande River
OPEN
FRIDAY DANCE 7PM | $8
unless stated otherwise
Nov 24 Jealous Heart Dec 1 Dec 8
Steven May & The Southern Knights Sweetwater
Dec 15 Diego & Edith Dec 22 Southern Vibes
entertainment Dec 10 Razz Ma Tazz 7 PM • $5
Dec 17 Justin Terry Christmas Show 2:45 PM• $9
FOR INFORMATION / TICKET PURCHASES
956-782-7886
501 W. Owassa Rd.• Pharr, TX 78577 WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS
Wed 11 am – 8 pm Thurs 11 am – 8 pm 11 am – 8 pm Fri 11 am – 8 pm Sat Sun 11 am - 8 pm
Welcome Back! Proudly Serving Our Customers Since 1982 Same Owners Johnny & Jennifer Hart
Try our Texas Size Pork Tenderloin
Music Live MusicLive in the Event Center
Steven May & Leon Mann Sat Dec 16 1:00 - 5:00 The Jolly Huntsmen
Sundays
800 State Hwy 495 Alamo, TX 78516
1:30 - 5:30
Riverside Dreamer RIVER TOURS *** Reserve Now for Current Week Only *** Live Music Additional boat rides added as neeeded Covered Cushion Seating | Enclosed Windows & Heating | No Outside Bevarage / Food Allowed
UPCOMING DANCES • $8 7 PM - 10 PM
Doors open to Public 5:30 PM Concessions and Set Ups Available BYOB • Attendance Limited to 300 •
Nov 25 • Sweetwater Dec 2 • Wally Garza & Texas Blood Dec 9 • Ron Moshier Dec 16 • Steven May & The Southern Knights Dec 23 • Diego & Edith
CALL TODAY
UPCOMING ENTERTAINMENT
1 HOUR RIVER TOURS
Doors open to Public 6:00 PM Concessions Available
7 PM - 9 PM
956-581-4477 (DOWN RIVER)
Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm
Private Tours Available
Seniors $12 Adults $14 Child $10
Dec 17 • Rusty Rierson Christmas Show
• $9
Cash Only
Riverside in-MissionTX
Nov 29 Rewind
$10
Dec 6 South Texas Ramblers
$10
Dec 13 Leslie Blasing
$10
Dec 14 Razz Ma Tazz
HAPPY HOUR - 5 - 7 pm Nov 25 Karaoke
B S Bar
Nov 30 Ron Moshier
Event Center
CRAFT SHOW PATIO SALE
Dec 2
9am-1pm
Dec 9
8am-Noon
Ticket office is open Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm Tickets office closed 12-12:30 for lunch
2215 E. West Blvd, Mercedes
Now Hiring For All Positions 214 E. Chimney Rd. Mission
Dances are 7 - 10 pm
Tickets may be purchased day of event
(Price Includes Tax)
956-581-1033 | www.ontheriver.net
ENTERTAINMENT
Llano Grande Event Center
956-787-7717
(956) 565-2638 llanogranderesort.com
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South Padre Island Entertainment District
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2023 A-2 Dance, 10:00 AM, Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 $5 Jam Session, 1:00 PM, The Grove San Juan Bruce Boudreau, 3:00 PM, Bit-OHeaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 Happy Hour w/Denim and Lace, 3:00 PM, Country Sunshine RV Resort Weslaco (956) 969-1557 Tim Dirth the Hit Man, 3:00 PM, Park Place Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414
Steven May Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Radioactive Karaoke, 5:00 PM, Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 Dance w/Curt James, 6:00 PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch Mission (956) 519-8597 $10 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Jingle Belles, 7:30 PM, Christian Fellowship Church McAllen (956) 624-7812
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2023 Y-Cook Cafe, 7:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 Craft Sale, 8:00 AM, Canyon Lake RV Resort (956) 580-4545 PLUS Dance, 10:00 AM, Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 $5 Musical Jam, 12:30 PM, Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4137 Open Jam Session, 1:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Karaoke, 3:00 PM, Bluebonnet RV Resort Mission (720) 253-8608 Bruce Boudreau, 3:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140 Biscuit/Sausage Gravy & Pancake Supper, 4:30 PM, Big Valley RV Park Donna (956) 464-4159 $7 Mary Chamberlain & Southern Express, 6:30 PM, Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 $8 Dance w/South Texas Ramblers, 7:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort and Golf Club Mercedes (956) 565-2638 $10 Lindley Creek Christmas Show, 7:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates Pharr (956) 787-1521 $12 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Steven May & The Southern Knights, 7:00 PM, Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959 $8
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2023 Craft Show, 8:00 AM, Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-4020 Advanced Workshop, 10:00 AM, Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773 $5 Country Jam Lunch, 11:00 AM, Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 $8 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Country Jam Session, 1:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith, 3:00 PM, Country
Sunshine RV Resort Weslaco (956) 969-1557 Regan James Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Big Band Jam, 6:30 PM, La Hacienda Estates Alamo (956) 223-2665 (254) 449-4568 Smokin’ Gun, 7:00 PM, Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 $8 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Razz Ma Tazz, 7:00 PM, Winter Ranch RV Resort Alamo (956) 781-1358
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2023 Craft Fair, 8:00 AM, Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 All Park Garage Sale, 8:00 AM, Fiesta Village Mission (956) 585-9264 Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-4020 RnR Jam, 1:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates Pharr (956) 787-1521 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Diego & Edith, 3:00 PM, Ranchero Village Senior Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-6223 Bruce Boudreau Happy Hour, 3:00 PM, Snow to Sun, Weslaco Fish Fry, 4:30 PM, Mission West RV Resort Mission (956) 585-5551 Mary Chamberlain Christmas Show, 6:00 PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch Mission (956) 519-8597 $8
Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Festival, 6:30 PM, Downtown Central Park Alamo Diego & Edith, 7:00 PM, Alamo Rose RV Resort Alamo (956) 783-2600 $8 Time Machine, 7:00 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 $10 Texas Wheels, 7:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 $10 Ron Moshier, 7:00 PM, Park Place Estates RV Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414 $8 Curt James, 7:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village Weslaco (956) 969-3740 $8 Island’s Holiday Light Show, 7:00 PM, South Padre Island Entertainment District Sweetwater, 7:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-6538 $8 Lindley Creek Christmas Show, 7:00 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5957 $12 The Fabulous Cruisers, 7:00 PM, Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 464-7801 $10
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2023 Saturday Morning Breakfast, 7:00 AM, Eldorado Acres Palmview (956) 581-6718 $4 Patio Sale, 8:00 AM, Alamo Rec Veh Park Alamo (956) 787-8221 Craft Show, 8:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-7011 All Park Garage Sale, 8:00 AM, Fiesta Village Mission (956) 585-9264 Patio Sale, 8:00 AM, Llano Grande Resort and Golf Club Mercedes (956) 565-2638
Mission West RV
511 E Loop 374 Palmview, Texas Dances 7 - 10 pm Nov 30 Steven May & $8 The Southern Knights Dec 13 The Lockhart’s $8 Dec 28 Steven May & $8 The Southern Knights Dec 31 New Year’s Eve with Ron & Jan Easter $10 8 pm - Midnight Tickets on Sale Now!
Entertainment 7 - 9 pm Dec 16 Justin Terry $8 Christmas Show
Craft & Patio Sale
8 am to Noon Dec 15, Jan 19 and Feb 16
Meals Hamburger Night 4:30 - 5:30 Every Monday! Nov to March 18 Fish Fry Night 4:30 + 5:30 Every Friday! Dec 1 to March 29
(956) 585-5551
www.MissionWestRV.com
Patio Sale, 8:00 AM, San Juan Gardens San Juan (956) 781-1082 Growing Growers Farmers Market, 9:00 AM, Firemans Park McAllen Garden Club Speaker, 9:00 AM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932 Annual Christmas Craft Sale, 9:00 AM, Port Isabel Park Center, Port Isabel (956) 943-7340 McAllen Farmers Market, 10:00 AM, McAllen Public Library McAllen (956) 255-0190 International Festival, 10:00 AM, St. George Orthodox Church Pharr (956) 781-6114 Jam Session Lunch, 11:00 AM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932 Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Big Valley RV Park Donna (319) 330-7724 Country Jam, 12:30 PM, Greengate Grove Mission (956) 581-1932 Big Band/Rock & Roll Jam, 1:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park McAllen (956) 279-1990 Riverside Dreamer River Tour, 1:00 PM, Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 Regan James, 3:00 PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park Alamo (918) 527-2655 $7 Harlingen Farmers Market, 3:00 PM, Harlingen Convention and Visitors Bureau Harlingen (956) 622-5053 Dance w/Retro Rockers, 7:00 PM, Country Sunshine RV Resort Weslaco (956) 969-1557 $10
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AUTOMOTIVE BBQ Pit for Sale This smoker has your name on it! Perfect for parties or just a day by the pool. $3500 Kevin Collier (956) 655-1802 RV Rental $1100 (956) 585-7630 Class A Motorhome For Sale 2003 National Tradewinds Class A Motorhome. 39 ft. Excellent condition. 73420 mi. Generator, AC (2) New Batteries, W/D combo. Many Extras. Contact 360-5804149. Alamo, TX $75,500.00 Very Nice 2018 Rockwood 2604 WS TT - 30’ This 30 foot camper is the perfect size for two people and a pet but it will easily sleep 4. Strengthened rear bumper, upgraded A/C unit to run on 110V, living room in rear, queen bedroom in front. 30 lb twin propane tanks $29,000. BE SURE TO LEAVE A MESSAGE IF YOU CALL. Gregory (937) 564-9284 I’LL PAY CASH.. for your mobile home, travel trailer, park model, fifth wheels. Call Jerry 956-929-3842. “I’LL MAKE YOU A GOOD DEAL!”
HOMES Permanent Home/Rental Lot in Donna Seniors! Larkge kitchen, 1.5 baths, huge closets, leisure room, 2 car off street parking, washer and dryer in Donna. $8,900 Call 918-232-5484 or 816-617-7999. Alamo Country Club, Alamo BEAUTIFUL 2 bed/2 bath home! Partially furnished home is 1400 sqft featuring wood laminate floors, water softener system, and view of the 8th green. Large kitchen with granite counter tops. Spacious primary includes partial cedar wood walkin closet. Rear entry golf cart garage. $175,000 Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195 (956) 455-4195
MHSLSP00048089 956-900-8487
MANUFACTURED HOMES El Ranchito 55+ Community, Harlingen FURNISHED 2 bed/1 bath home in Harlingen. This 834 sqft home has been completely updated. Open concept living/dining room with access to the HEATED and AIR-CONDITIONED TEXAS ROOM. Separate laundry and workshop This property is movein ready! $75000 Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195 Sunset Palms RV & MH Park A MUST SEE! Brand New 2 bed 2 bath 2022 Legacy Home (1050 sqft per Mfr Specs). So much room for entertaining or just enjoying life sitting while sitting on your front porch. This home is in the active, gated 55+ community of Sunset Palms RV & MH Park. Gail Gallagher, TREC797370, MHSLSP00048999, (816) 9165583 $94,900 14x52 Mobile Home For Sale Countryside MH Park, 55+ community in Donna. 2-bdrm, 1-bath. Recently remodeled doors, windows, flooring and new water lines. Exterior painted, insulated underbelly. Includes carport and 10x13 shed. $40,000 (641)2955063 or (956) 464-3834 MOBILE HOME FOR SALE (2 BDRM/2 BATH) 2006 mobile home located on rented lot in Rio Valley Estates, Weslaco. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen, bar and table eating areas, spacious living room. Large, 14’ X 60’ carport awning with new sun screening and small porch/deck, 8’X 10’ storage shed. Fully furnished. Text or call 830-613-0078. $69,500 cash, no owner finance.
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Alamo Country Club (55+ Community) Furnished! On golf course! New quartz countertops complement white kitchen cabinets. New plankstyle floors. 2Brm/2Baths. Big MBrm. (651) 703-7154 $198,000 Tom Shanahan 651.703.7154 OR shanahan.tom@gmail.com
Alamo Palms RV Resort Beautiful, 1 bed/1bath with Texas Room and separate laundry room. New gas stove, new seamless gutters, and it’s FULLY FURNISHED and in immaculate condition! ALAMO PALMS is a wonderful and active 55+ Community $38500 Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195 (956) 455-4195
Wrap around Porch Park Models COME SEE OUR NEW PARK MODEL TOUR HOMES FOR SALE. If you want retirement living in a fun community with all the best amenities including golf at your doorstep, plan a visit to River Bend Resort & Golf Club in Brownsville TX today. Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183,
Split Rail RV Park & Resort 1 Brm, 1 Bath 1985 Carri Lite Park Model with Texas Room, Car Port & Shed gives you 924 sq. ft. of living space. Unit comes with two A/C units, new Refrigerator & Stove. Centrally located across from Park Office, Pool, and most community amenities available in this cozy
55+ community of Split Rail RV Park. $12,000 Gail Gallagher, TREC797370, MHSLSP00048999, (816) 916-5583
RV LOTS & SITES Price Reduced! Price Reduced! RV lot and coach house and is exceptionally private with a spacious outdoor living area for entertaining or simply sitting and enjoying the birds and butterflies in the quiet sunshine. Bath features a spa-like shower. $79900 Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487 Location, Location, Location! Location, Location, Location! Own an RV and looking for a great place to park? Come check out this property, located in the 55+ community of Llano Grande Resort, where you own your lot! RV pad hook-ups included 30 amp and 50 amp services and a storage shed with 220vac connection. $58500 Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683 Deeded RV Lot This deeded RV lot backing to greenspace in the luxury resort of Retama Village. Community amenities include pools, clubhouse, fitness center, bocce ball and pickleball courts, and dog park. FHU and a cozy coach house with a bath with shower and a wet bar. $62900 C a r o l K e r r We l c h , T R E C 5 4 0 1 8 3 , MHSLSP00048089, (956) 900-8487 Green Gate Grove, Palmview RV living at its best! Take a look at this RV lot located in a gated 55+ community that has plenty of amenities to offer. This RV lot currently offers an RV Pad with 50 amp electric service, sewer drainage and a 12 x 20 storage shed. $35000 Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 2713683 (956) 271-3683 RV lots to park your RV.. (956) 336-0905
SERVICES Repair RV 4 Button Thermostat or Aqua Hot Controller Repair service for Dometic 4 Button Thermostat or Webasto Controller box. CALL Jim at 308-440-5154 to discuss. www.FrerichsElectronics.com Jim Frerichs 308-440-5154
WANTED Heart of the Valley Farmers Market Vendor The Heart of the Valley Farmers in Donna is looking for
W i n t e r Te x a n v e n d o r s f o r t h e i r monthly farmers market. To apply email donnafmmarket@gmail.com Housekeeping General housekeeping duties for resort. Public buildings, restrooms, and seasonal upkeep. Donna, TX Palm Shadows 956-5976900, ext 1 NOW Hiring all positions River Bend Resort & Golf Club, Brownsville. Positions available are: Beverage cart attendant- Part time. Cart attendant- Part time. CookPart time. Maintenance- Full time. 956-336-0905 Landscaping, housekeeping Work Campers needed in landscaping and housekeeping areas, Mission. 956-585-0541
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