Welcome Home Winter Texan : Vol 5 Issue 21 : March 11, 2020

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t’s hard to believe the season is winding down! It has been a great one, that’s for sure. and the weather certainly cooperated.

Right now, we are busy planning our off season. For those of you who aren’t planning to leave just yet, as well as our Converted Texans. stay tuned for a wonderful Welcome Home RGV Summer Schedule.

We are bringing back our successful Summer Supper Club, with the first outing of the off season planned at Riverside Club April 16. Everyone is welcome, and it’s dutch treat. It’s a great way to meet new people, try new restaurants, and, my personal favorite, get out of cooking. We are finalizing the schedule for the rest of the summer and will make an announcement soon.

This summer, we’ll also be adding more events and activities for the off season. The feedback we got from those who participated in our Summer Supper Club last year was that you want more! From day trips to fun little field trips, we’ll have a super schedule of activities from which you can choose.

And, of course, I hope you’ll join us for our official off-season kick-off party, the Converted Texan Corral! This event will be held Thursday, April 9, at Llano Grande Resort, and it’s open to the public. We will have ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY, and they're just $10, which includes lunch and entertainment

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There’s still so much to do, so if you’re on the fence about when to head home, we hope you’ll choose later rather than sooner! • We’re just connecting the dots,

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Brownsville Park Recognizes Olive Tree as Oldest in U.S. Story and photos by Rocio Villalobos

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rom the moment Palm-ResacaMobile-Home-Park resident Beryl Stovell noticed a 35-foot olive tree up the street from her lot, she knew it was a special tree, full of history.

The Mexican olive tree, known also as anacahuite, grows mainly in Mexico but also in certain parts of Texas. After reading an article in a local paper in which University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Professor Dr. Andrew McDonald discussed the ancient tree, Stovell reached out to McDonald and invited him to the Park to inspect the tree.

Upon counting the tree rings and taking lab samples, McDonald estimated the anacahuite to be OLDEST LIVING OLIVE TREE IN NATION CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 >>

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TEXAN • • • OF THE • • • WEEK Angie Hall

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Second-Year Winter Texan Immerses Herself in Betterment of Park

It’s only her second year visiting

Valley, Hall said she feels welcome the Rio Grande Valley as a Winter wherever she goes and appreciates Texan, but Angie Hall has already the community’s friendliness. found her second family at Bentsen “Everyone is very thankful that Palms Village RV Resort in Mission. we’re here and very gracious,” She comes down from Illinois she said. “We’ve already made with her husband, and the pair have reservations for next season.” involved themselves in a number of Hall keeps a full schedule and activities in the park. likes to participate in some activity “We go to the pool, we play bingo, each day, within or outside of we play bags the park. By and cornhole,” doing so, she’s “We plan on doing that Hall said. “It’s a experienced a really good way to smooth transition every year and making it meet people. We into retirement. a big event. have a good time Other activities wherever we go.” regularly We all have to come together she In addition enjoys are water and volunteer for it, to enjoying the aerobics, line recreational dancing, and but it's a lot of fun.” opportunities, taking tours Hall can always • Angie Hall • along the Rio be counted on to Grande River in a volunteer at every pontoon boat. park event. She and a group of “ We do like keeping busy,” Hall women help raise money for repairs said. “It’s a good busy.” around the resort by making Jell-O The park recently hosted an shots to sell at the weekly social outdoor concert featuring Canadian hour, which attracts around 200 artist Sarah Smith. It was open to residents. Social hour is a time the public, and Hall said around when the park makes important 200 people turned out to enjoy the announcements, including music… and food provided by a birthdays and upcoming special local food truck. events.

Hall said this was one of the After helping in the kitchen, Hall most fun events where she has enjoys joining in the festivities of volunteered. She is excited to playing card and dice games and see the event grow “bigger and just socializing with her neighbors, better” in the years to come and to who come from all across the contribute to making it a success. country and Canada.

“We plan on doing that every year She and a few of her fellow and making it a big event,” she residents have even formed bowling said. “We all have to come together teams that compete once a week. and volunteer for it, but it’s a lot of During her time spent in the fun.” •

If you have someone you’d like to nominate for Winter Texan of the Week, please visit our website, welcomehomergv.com/wintertexanoftheweek, and complete the application. We’ll be in touch with you if your nominee is selected.

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elebrate monarch-migration season by learning how to create a flourishing butterfly garden. Allen Williams, landscape habitat specialist, will be sharing his expertise in creating butterfly-friendly landscapes at Quinta Mazatlán’s Nights at the Mansion Speaker Series. Thursday, March 19, at 6:00 p.m. Williams presents Best Butterfly Garden Kit. Williams earned a bachelor of arts in geography from Southwest Texas State University; his land-stewardship career spans 20 years. In 2002, after the arrival of a blue mockingbird, he opened his backyard oasis to tourists. Soon after, the first U.S.-documented blackheaded nightingale-thrush sought refuge in his backyard habitat. He then launched Williams Wildscapes, Inc., a native-landscape company specializing in creating diverse native habitats for birds, butterflies, and people. Williams’ success in creating bird-and-butterflyfriendly landscapes later expanded into public education as he became the first landscape habitat specialist for the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.

Williams is passionate about creating gardens that connect minds

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to the wonders of nature. Visit Quinta Mazatlán Thursday, March 19, at 6:00 p.m. for his informative presentation.

Nights at the Mansion Speaker Series hosts noteworthy speakers and scholars who present lectures related to the global environment, local cuisine, the arts, and culture. The programs take place Thursday evenings through May. Admission is $3 per person; advance reservations are not required.

Quinta Mazatlán is located at 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen, one block south of La Plaza Mall on 10th Street.

For more information, contact Quinta Mazatlán at 956-681-3370. •

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between 600 and 700 years old, making it the oldest tree of its species in the United States.

“It was astounding to realize this tree was here before the Spanish had even touched North America,” said Stovell, whose home is in Canada.

“That kinda just blows my mind.”

She and others began planning a celebration to honor the tree and recently hosted a dedication ceremony to unveil a plaque proclaiming the anacahuite as “one of the oldest plants in the Rio Grande Valley.”

Many from the Park set up lawn chairs to witness the dedication, which began with a priest giving it a blessing and sharing a prayer. The City of Brownsville forester and a retired UTRGV professor also joined the ceremony and shared a few words,

calling the RGV a “treasure trove of biological diversity.”

“I just think it’s wonderful that a community of folks here--and the local community--have noted and celebrated its generosity and placing in the Valley,” said McDonald, who has a Ph.D. in botany. “This tree here is close to a resaca (lake), so he’s tapped into a high-water table. So he’s a really bright and healthy tree.”

He explained it grows in tropical latitudes, usually ending around Tamaulipas, Mexico. It endures six months of dropping its leaves, followed by six months of growth. While it’s not yet in full blossom this season, they decided to have the ceremony in early March before some residents began heading home.

The tree measures 36 feet in height, which not only makes it the oldest but also the tallest, beating out another tree that stands at 30 feet.

Stovell said the tree requires little maintenance, watering in the drought and trimming any dead branches that cause droopiness. It’s all done on a volunteer basis by Palm-Resaca residents. She adds the tree is a huge source of joy to her and her neighbors, and they plan to have an annual celebration where the public can enter and see the tree. Already, they are planning another “tree party” and inviting other Brownville parks.

Stovell was joined in unveiling the plaque by Sen. Eddie Lucio Jr., D-Brownsville, a self-proclaimed tree hugger.

“I think back to what the tree has gone through--the hurricanes, inclement weather, a lot of sunshine,” he said. “I thank God that we can cherish the moment to see His creation still with us as of 700 years ago.”

Following the dedication, and after taking plenty of photos with and of the tree, attendees made their way over to the Park’s Community Hall for a luncheon and social. •

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The Marvelous Mrs. Marchetti

by Ace Moore, Winter Texan

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f Carol cooks it, they will come.

Residents of Palm Resaca Park in Brownsville wholeheartedly agree that Carol Marchetti is a chef extraordinaire.

If an event takes place in our park that involves food, and Carol is involved, we start to drool immediately and know we will be in for a superb culinary experience.

Carol Marchetti was born May 31, 1935, in Browning Illinois. She started working as a registered nurse in 1956.

In 1966, she organized and directed the Department of Health in Bond County, Illinois.

“When I started out, there was just myself and a secretary,” she said.

“By the time I retired 20 years later, the Department had expanded to 36 full-time staff and 10 part-timers.”

It served health needs in the areas of home care, as well as environmental and mental health.

After Carol and her husband, Don, retired, they began spending the winters in Palm Resaca. Carol has an addiction to buying nice dishes.

“I like to set a nice table,” she said.

“We’ve been married 24 years, and I haven’t eaten from the same plate yet,” joked Don. “I love to cook, especially soups,” said Carol. “I always start my chickennoodle soup with a whole chicken and make my own broth. For potato soup, I always bake the potatoes first.” For cucumber soup, she says to be sure to put in enough mint. “The secret to most soups (and other main dishes) is to add fresh herbs. It just brings out the flavors, Carol said.

Another of Carol’s favorite recipes is scalloped potatoes. “The secret is to use gruyere cheese, chopped dill, and a creamy mustard sauce,” she advised.

Carol always uses fresh vegetables and tries to keep them simple because the other dishes are usually pretty rich. Another secret to any meal is

presentation. “That is so important,” she stressed.

Carol makes the best cheesecake I have ever eaten. “The secret is, there’s a lot of sour cream in it,” she confided.

She makes some delicious pies and adds little touches to make them tastier, like sprinkling toasted almonds on top of cherry pie.

Many of the meals that take place at our Park are for 150 people. “I’d never cooked for that large a group,” Carol declared. But with her unflappable demeanor and her cooking prowess, she makes it appear almost effortless.

“The comradery involved in the preparation and serving of a meal is very enjoyable for me.”

Don tried to suppress a low groan and mumbled, “I’m getting tired of hearing that fan going in the kitchen all the time.” He chuckled and added, “Between H.E.B, Walmart, and Sam’s, they know me by my first name.” Carol is pleased that Don enjoys her cooking.

“That gives me a lot of encouragement,” she said.

Carol has been gradually relinquishing her cooking chores to Minnesota’s Gayle Jacobson. “Even though I’m 20 years younger, it’s hard following in Carol’s footsteps,” said Gayle. “Carol is such a class act and such a role model for other ladies in our park.”

In addition to cooking, Carol is an excellent quilt maker and has designed some beautiful quilts. She also enjoys reading and runs a Park Book Club.

“It’s another way for me to relax and spend quality time with my friends,” she told me.

“She reads cook books like a novel,” chimed in Don. “And I’m the guinea pig!”

Fortunately, it has all been good. We are all so glad Carol has no intention of retiring from cooking for the Park!

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To see Part I: The Marvelous Mr. Marchetti, go to welcomehomergv.com and read the March 4 issue of Welcome Home Winter Texan.

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Ninety-Four-Year-Old World War II Veteran Leads Pledge of Allegiance Special to Welcome Home RGV

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s part of Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez' efforts to recognize and honor all veterans, a tradition has been implemented in which all Commissioners’ Court meetings begin with the Pledge of Allegiance led by a veteran. Wednesday, February 26, the Commissioners’ Court was honored to have a 94-year-old World War II veteran lead the Pledge.

Private Guadalupe F. Garza is a U.S. Army veteran who served from 1944 – 1946.

Garza was born in January,1926, in Yorktown, Texas. In 1937, his family moved to Elsa. He attended schools in Edinburg, Monte Alto, and Elsa. As a child, he and his father worked in the fields as farm laborers until 1944, and he was drafted into the U.S. Army at 18.

After training, Garza was shipped to Europe, where he fought with the 415th Infantry Regiment as a rifleman. He received several medals and decorations, including the Combat Infantry Badge and two Bronze Stars medals for valor.

After being discharged in 1946, he returned to Elsa, where he became a farmer.

In 1954, Garza married Esther B. Garza (now deceased) and was blessed with three children. He currently lives on a farm in Elsa and raises cattle. When physically possible, Garza is active in the Elsa V.F.W. post #7473 and enjoys visiting with friends and family.

Judge Cortez, the commissioners, and the people of Hidalgo County thank Private Garza and all veterans for their service. •

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he Square and Compass Club is going to create absolute mayhem at Palm Resaca Park’s monthly dinner March 17. In fact, the peace and serenity of PRP is going to be shattered by…a murder!

All of this will happen in the form of good-natured fun as the club performs a dinner-theater presentation of Mayhem at the Boom Boom Speakeasy. The play is written and directed by our own Doug Avram, who has much experience in the dinner-theater circuit in Ontario, Canada.

The setting is Southern Texas at the height of prohibition in the 1920s.

There’s a mob war brewing between the notorious Northern Irish settlers, who made up the Eastside Gangsters, and the Westside mob, who immigrated from the South of Ireland.

You’re going to meet some of the most nefarious and ruthless characters you can imagine, the likes of Eastside Sal “Beanie” O’Bannon, one of the biggest bootleggers in Texas, and

his arch enemy, the notorious Nick O’Shea, who is fighting Sal for control of all crime activities on the Resaca.

One of the funniest characters is Molly “The Moll” O’Shea, who is actually the brains behind Nick’s mob. She is very aggressive, but she also tends to go into flights of fancy that involve communicating with martyrs and flying things only she can see.

There’s also sleazy “Big Bill Bumpkin,” one of the most corrupt mayors in all of Texas and a boorishly inept womanizer. Flora “The Kitten” Gadora is the chanteuse at the Boom Boom Speakeasy, and Lola “The Duchess” O’Shea is an ambitious songster who is jealous of her and will stop at nothing to make it to the big time. Although Ric “Blue Moon” Beiderbecke is an accomplished trombone player, he has actually been sent down by the northern commission to infiltrate the Resaca mobs. He is also MURDER ON THE RESACA CONTINUED ON PAGE 19 >>

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“Blue Moon” Beiderbecke, with trumpet, was rumored to be a “hit man” who may have been involved in the St. Valentine’s Day massacre. He is shown here with the “sleazy” mayor and two of the Speakeasy’s songstresses.

Molly “The Moll” O’Shea, third from the left, was the ruthless brains behind the Westside gang. A prima donna who loves being the center of attention, she was often involved in flights of fancy, talking with imaginary “flying friends,” much to the amazement of those around her.

rogress on the courthouse construction is on track, said Courthouse Project Manager Oscar Garcia, with Jacobs.

At a recent County Commissioners’ meeting, Garcia reported that structural construction on the courthouse building is complete, which includes interior framing, installation of drywall, and site utilities. Crews

continue to work on sanitary sewer connections and staircases.

"We continue to have good progress," said Garcia. "The first four levels of the new Hidalgo County Courthouse will be completed by July 13, 2021, and the remainder will be completed

by November 10, 2021. We are on track." •

Editor’s Note: Even when our Winter Texans head north for the spring and summer, you can keep your eye on the Courthouse progress at hidalgocounty.us/2263/New-Courthouse-Project

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Free Luncheon and Health Talk on Colon Cancer March 24 in Weslaco Special to Welcome Home RGV

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Valeska Balderas, gastroenterologist with Texas Gastroenterology Institute, P.A. in Weslaco and McAllen, will discuss Colon Cancer Screening & Prevention during a free senior health talk and luncheon for Winter Texans Tuesday, March 24. Lunch will be served from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the KMC Conference Center, a free-standing, two-story building on the west side of Knapp Medical Center, 1408 E. 8th Street, with the health talk coinciding.

Balderas recommends colonoscopy screenings for average-risk men and women, 50 years of age or older, as a way to prevent colon cancer. Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers but also one of the most preventable through early detection, namely colonoscopy.

Balderas was born and raised in the Valley and is board certified in gastroenterology. She received her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and then completed internalmedicine training at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas.

Balderas also completed a three-year gastroenterology fellowship at the same institution.

Dr. Valeska Balderas, front and center, gastroenterologist, will discuss Colon Cancer Screening & Prevention March 24 at the Knapp Conference Center in Weslaco.

Balderas then went to the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, where she completed an advanced fellowship in endoscopic ultrasound and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), a leading-edge medical procedure that treats problems associated with the bile and pancreatic ducts, ranging from gallstones to cancers of the

gastrointestinal system.

Balderas’ talk March 24 is free and open to the public and will include a complimentary, light lunch and a drawing for door prizes, including gift certificates to local restaurants.

For more information or to RSVP, please call Michael Swartz at 956973-5142. •

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Park Place Pet Show, Harlingen March 2020

Park Place RV Resort in Harlingen recently hosted its 26th Annual Pet Show. Fifteen pups participated, ranging from the pure to the best-guess breeds. All of the contestantpups paraded the hall with their proud owners. The Altas Palmas Animal Clinic provided goodie bags for each participating pet. Three guest judges, including two Park residents and veterinarian Dr. Kathryn Dittman acknowledged each pet for their stand-out characteristics, including "Fluffiest," "Best Dressed," and "Happy_ Hour Queen." "Best in Show" went to the largest contestant of the group, a BerneseSwiss-Mountain-Dog mix. •

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Things I Have Learned

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

She Chose Wisely

by Bill Ward

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“You have chosen wisely.”

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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 .

while back, a young gal had a bad accident. She had fallen out of a moving boat and gotten her leg entangled with the propeller, ultimately losing the leg just below the knee. Her name is Courtney and she is a Minneapolis news reporter.

I can imagine that most folks would be pretty upset about experiencing that sort of life-altering injury. Bitterness, anger, depression, and despair are all emotions that would be natural and normal to encounter in her situation.

I have seen those responses from people as both a police officer and a

health-care administrator. Courtney, though, had a different plan.

Quoted in the newspaper, she said, “I’ve chosen positivity. You can let this bring you down and take you into a deep depression, or you can try to find the good in it. I’m choosing the latter because I’ve always been positive.”

One of the things I have learned is the power of the paths we choose in our lives. Courtney opted for the path of “positivity.” She could have gone a number of other directions. She could have just accepted whatever state won out over her emotions. She could have pursued anger and depression in a big pity party. But she didn’t. She took an active role in her emotional state. She chose positivity. It will be a powerful force in her life and the person she is to become. I think Courtney will be

just fine.

I used to see those choices first hand and quite frequently. As a police officer, their bad situation was me. As I approached a vehicle I had stopped, the driver had only seconds to decide the path he or she would choose.

Many choose poorly, with generally poor outcomes. I also recall many nice chats with folks who chose to be pleasant and positive. These generally had good outcomes.

We all have the same challenge Courtney faced. While we aren’t likely to lose a leg, as older adults, we are a target-rich environment for unpleasant situations. We face the same choices as she does. How we select our path will have major consequences on our lives. Choose wisely.

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Let’s Party

An afternoon at the museum

by Dorothy A. Lund Nelson

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f you’d rather not spend a “Night at the Museum,” then, plan an afternoon party there, instead. That’s where our friends from across the Valley-Harlingen, Los Fresnos, Weslaco, Alamo, and Mission--spent February 25. It was a Mardi-Gras afternoon at the Mission Historical Museum.

Earlier that morning, I spent time with some of the museum staff, namely Mary Ann Mariscal and Maribel Resendez, as they assisted me in setting up for the party, preparing the “theater section” in the Military Room and setting up tables and decorating.

I set up the serving area to be used for our light lunch later in the day.

The group, all Winter Texans from South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa, arrived at the Museum at 1:30 and paid admission of $5.00 for the viewing of the movie She Came to the Valley. With admission, they also received a copy of the book, written by Dr. Cleo Dawson.

Before the cameras rolled, Vernon G. Weckbacher, archivist/curator, shared a bit of the history of Mission.

We learned information concerning Cleo Dawson’s family, who settled in Mission in 1909. Vernon told how and where the film was created in 1970s.

After watching the interesting, historical film, most of our guests toured the museum, asking questions of staff members. Then, returning to the Military Room, our friend, Virgil Luehrs, noticed the large photo of the WASPs pilots. Vernon explained to the group that he had met Elizabeth “Betty” Wall Strohfus, a WASP from Minnesota. Virgil told us Elizabeth’s story of how the WASPs taught the military men how to fly the WWII planes and the women delivered planes to England. They were not acknowledged for their unusual and important work during the war.

My husband, Albert, and I served a light lunch and our Texas gang enjoyed the rest of the afternoon in conversation. We have met our Valley guests through books, birding, church, and Winter-Texan events. Some are old neighbors.

Having a Winter-Texan gathering at a museum is one way to pay the fees, supporting and enjoying the great museums in the Rio Grande Valley. •

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The Prohibition Era in the Rio Grande Valley Winter Texan Wednesday March 18 at MOSTHistory Special to Welcome Home RGV

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ne hundred years ago, the United States passed a law to prohibit the sale of alcohol. But that didn’t stop people from both sides of the U.S. Mexico border from bootlegging and selling alcohol. Hear more about the bootleggers and contraband during the Winter Texan Wednesday program, Prohibition in the Valley, with George Díaz, March 18 at 3 p.m.

During the Prohibition era, U.S. federal officials enforced anti-alcohol laws along the border, but smugglers and the Mexican tequileros defied these laws. Communities between the smugglers and federal officials were caught in the crossfire, creating uncertainty between friends and families. Guest presenter Díaz will highlight the history and effects of those struggles.

Díaz is an assistant professor of history at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. He conducts research of Mexican and U.S. archives and has written several articles on the historical smuggling between the U.S. - Mexico border. Díaz’ award-winning book, Border Contraband: A History of Smuggling across the Rio Grande, was published by the University of Texas

Press and can be purchased at the Museum Store.

Winter Texan Wednesday is included in the fee for regular museum admission. No reservations are required. Resort/Park groups are welcome to enjoy this program. For more information, please contact the museum at 956-383-6911 or visit mosthistory.org/events.

The Museum of South Texas History is located in Downtown Edinburg at 200 North Closner Boulevard on the Hidalgo County Courthouse square.

Hours of operation are Sunday 1 -5 p.m. and Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m.

- 5 p.m.

For more information about MOSTHistory, including becoming a FRIEND, visit MOSTHistory.org, like us on Facebook and Instagram, follow us on Twitter, find us on YouTube or call 956-383-6911. •

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Winter Texan Group Honored for Donor-Family Project Special to Welcome Home RGV

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he Winter Texas Grandmas at Casa del Valle were honored by Texas Organ Sharing Alliance (TOSA), the organ-procurement organization that provides organ donation and recovery services for families in Central and South Texas, for providing valuable comfort to families when their loved one becomes an organ donor at hospitals in the Rio Grande Valley.

The group was honored at TOSA’s 12th Annual Thanks From the Heart Celebration, where hospitals and community partners are acknowledged for their efforts to save lives through the power of organ donation.

The group has given more than 20 quilts to families here whose loved one has given the “Gift of Life.” TOSA recognized the group for offering families comfort during their most difficult time. Families often drape the quilt over their loved one and then take it home with them once the organ recovery is completed. For many

families, the personal touch of the quilts provides them solace because it feels like home, which is difficult to come by in a hospital setting.

TOSA and the Winter Texas Grandmas were connected via Don Uecker of Wisconsin, who asked family and friends to make a financial donation to the club when his wife passed away.

Years later, his relationship with the group and his volunteer work with TOSA led him to connect the two groups to provide something special for grieving families. TOSA is honored to continue this effort with them and to provide selfless donor families with comfort.

Texans are encouraged to register as donors at the Texas Department of Public Safety or the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. For information on organ donation and community initiatives or to register online, visit TOSA1.org. •

South Texas Border Chapter Meeting March 16 in Pharr Special to Welcome Home RGV

McHi Mariachi Oro Brings Home the Gold Special to Welcome Home RGV

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huge congratulations goes out to our very own McAllen High School Mariachi Oro for bringing home the gold from the 2020 TAME State Finals in Seguin, Texas, in early February.

Mariachi Oro had already been crowned the 6A State Champions, beating out the best of the best programs from

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ritney Marchan, assistant manager at the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary, is guest speaker for the March 16 South Texas Border Chapter Texas Master Naturalist meeting.

Marchan is a naturalist educator at the center. Her presentation-American Alligator: Man-eater or Misunderstood?--is about alligators in the Rio Grande Valley and the Center’s recent addition to its alligator sanctuary. She will discuss the definition of a nuisance alligator, debunk common negative misconceptions people have about alligators, and discuss how to avoid dangerous situations with alligators.

Marchan, a Port-Isabel native, studied sociology at the University of Mississippi and currently studies environmental science at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

She is a Texas Master Naturalist and promotes education about Valley ecology.

The presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to the 6 p.m. social and the general meeting after the presentation. There is no charge or fee for this event.

The meeting is at St. George Orthodox Church Hall, 704 W. Sam Houston in Pharr. For more information visit stbctmn.org. •

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across the state of Texas!

These talented students put on an outstanding, riveting musical performance that showcased the very best of the McHi mariachi program.

We are extremely proud of all students and directors involved. •

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Country Royalty Comes to Harlingen Next Season Special to Welcome Home RGV

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andy Barnett, one of Nashville’s enduring musical treasures, will be performing in the Valley next January as part of Harlingen Concert Association’s 87th season of presenting great live entertainment.

HCA 2020-2021 season tickets (a very affordable, six-show package) are on sale now at the Municipal Auditorium, 1204 Fair Park Boulevard in Harlingen, and online at HarlingenConcert.com.

Barnett’s style is rooted in the classic country and pop crooning of

iconic singers and timeless sounds.

She delves into a song with a keen interpretative sense, getting right down to its emotional core and rendering a powerhouse performance through her “pipes of steel,” as described in the Los Angeles Times.

Barnett first gained national prominence as the original star of the musical Always...Patsy Cline at Nashville's famed Ryman Auditorium.

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eromar is offering a limited promotion for $250 round-trip airfare from McAllen to Acapulco via Mexico City. The promotional fare will connect McAllen International Airport (MFE) via Mexico City International Airport to Acapulco International Airport.

“There is no better time to explore one of Mexico’s most iconic beaches, with round-trip fares at $250,” said City Manager Roel “Roy” Rodriguez, P.E. Flights to Mexico City from McAllen operate five times weekly with a connection to Acapulco. Departure days from McAllen are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, with afternoon departure times. The promotional fare can be found only at aeromar.com.mx by using the code MFE2020.

“We are pleased that Aeromar has expanded the special offer to include Acapulco, just in time for spring break and summer,” said Mayor James E. Darling. “This showcases McAllen International Airport as our region’s only true international airport, offering nonstop service to Mexico City, where travelers can now easily connect to one of Mexico’s more popular and beautiful beaches.”

Note about the round-trip fare: Seats are limited. Price includes taxes and fees. Please review detailed flight schedule for connection options. Travel can be booked up to six months in advance or until inventory runs out.

Additional restrictions may apply. •

McAllen Irish Arts to Host South Texas Irish Festival April 4

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ngelika Eleni Ruiz Gualberto is the newest tenant at McA2, the McAllen Creative Arts Incubator, and the director of the upcoming South Texas Irish Festival. STIF is a free, community event that will bring the Irish cultural arts to the Rio Grande Valley. This allday event, with the McAllen Chamber of Commerce as an invaluable sponsor, will be the premiere of an annual festival to bring culture and tourism to the greater McAllen area, with a global reach across the border.

The event will represent the Irish cultural-arts community in the entire South-Texas region, as well as promote local small businesses. There will be continuous entertainment, exhibits, and activities suitable for the whole family.

Food and drink will represent the best of the Rio Grande Valley, spotlighting local establishments. There will also be whiskey tasting. The event takes place Saturday, April 4, from 10:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m. at the McAllen Creative Incubator, 601 N. Main Street, with

a hotel block reserved at the historic Casa de Palmas, Wyndham, on the same street.

Passionate for traditional Irish step and Ceili (Irish dance party), Gualberto is an advocate for the Irish arts, with an emphasis on dance and music and a mission to see the Irish arts grow and to create a community. She recently created the McAllen Irish Arts Studio.

The new music and dance suite is located at the McAllen Creative Arts Incubator. With regular, free, social events, such as the monthly Art Walk Ceili, a weekly music-jam session, and now the first annual South Texas Irish Festival happening April 4, McAllen Irish Arts engages all ages and experience levels through community building and cultural appreciation.

For sponsorship opportunities still available, contact Gualberto at angelikaeleni@gmail.com or 469-9556007. You may follow her on Instagram @mcallenia and on Facebook at McAllen Irish Arts. •

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Palm Trees

by Chaplain Criss Hastings

Discovering God’s Will ““How can I discover God’s will for my life?”

“How can I be sure of God’s guidance in my decisions?”

“God, what do you want me to do?”

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very one of us has asked questions like these. Most of us ask them not so much on a daily basis but at one of those crossroads we encounter in life.

However, that is not the best view for seeking God’s will--not at the “crisis” points in life.

Scripture points to a different view: discerning God’s will is more of a process. It has to become our way of life, being in our relationship with God, not hoping that a light in the night sky might be giving us guidance.

Have you ever read in the Bible how many times it is written about cultivating intimacy with God--drawing near to Him, walking in step with His Spirit, leaning on His understanding-but you don’t read about the methods of determining His will. Scripture focuses on who we are so much more than what we do. Don’t get me wrong; it’s not because our actions are unimportant but rather because our actions are an overflow from who we are. If we focus on our relationship with Christ, our actions and decisions will naturally be shaped by the person God is molding us to be.

In some of our relationships with other people, we simply want to be told what to do, or we want to get approval for our plans. A good picture for discerning God’s will and a decision that is made together is the image of a married couple with a relationship based on mutual concern, respect, and trust. Both are involved in the choices that are reached, and sometimes there is no distinction as

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Chaplain Criss Hastings serves with her husband, Chaplain Jeff Hastings, at Paradise Park Resort in Harlingen, They also share a ministry with our veterans who have PTSD through a nonprofit ministry, Warrior 180, with special emphasis on those who have suicidal thoughts. Visit with them on Sundays at the RV resort at 9:00 a.m. for a nondenominational worship experience or go to their website, warrior180.org, for more information.

to whose idea or decision it was. In the same way, the will of God is a joint process between each of us and the Lord, not solely God or solely human.

Knowing His will, again, is not the answer as much as a way to knowing Him better and becoming more like Christ. God’s will has already been revealed to us in His Word: “God knew them before he made the world, and he chose them to be like his Son so that Jesus would be the firstborn” (Romans 8:29 EXB). The more closely we’re walking with Him, the better we will align with His will on an ongoing basis. •

One of the most recognizable symbols of life in the Rio Grande Valley is the palm tree. The Valley is known for its palm-tree skyline, enhancing beautiful sunsets with their silhouette. You know you are in the home stretch of a long journey south when you start seeing palm trees. They are the unofficial greeter, welcoming you home to South Texas. •

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soundtrack and is the only actress to have played the role on the historic stage where Cline’s status as legend began. The Ryman shows sold out nightly and received rave reviews, and Barnett has wowed critics and audiences since with her concerts and recordings.

Barnett’s critically lauded albums include I’ve Got a Right to Cry, named Top Country Album by Rolling Stone the year of its release. The latest addition to Barnett’s discography is her Strange Conversation album, an Americana blend of roots, pop, and R&B tunes. It includes a duet with John Hiatt and a soulful rendition of Neil Sedaka’s “My World Keeps Slipping Away,” which Sedaka himself sent Barnett to record.

The Philadelphia Inquirer, which listed Strange Conversation among the best country/roots albums of 2018, notes that Barnett “takes a disparate collection of pop, soul, and rock numbers and makes a riveting personal statement.”

A frequent guest on the Grand Ole Opry, Barnett is equally comfortable on stage with symphony orchestras, having recently performed solo concerts with the Nashville Symphony Orchestra, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and the Ulster Orchestra in Belfast. When asked about her favorite composer, Barnett is as

likely to cite Cole Porter or George Gershwin as she is Willie Nelson or Dolly Parton.

Harlingen Concert Association has been bringing internationally acclaimed touring artists to the Valley since 1933. This all-volunteer, nonprofit organization is committed to enriching the cultural life of the community through live performances.

During the concert season, HCA also shares these incredible artists with students via free mini concerts and master classes at local schools.

Six outstanding shows are scheduled between November and March 2021. For the complete schedule, or to purchase a Harlingen Concert Association 2020-2021 season subscription, visit HarlingenConcert. com. Subscriptions range in price from just $60-$90 (plus ticketing fees) for one reserved seat at all six shows.

Tickets for individual performances will go on sale in November for $25 (balcony) and $35 (main floor), plus ticketing fees.

Finally, tickets for the last HCA show of this season, folk-rock trio Burlap to Cashmere, Friday, March 13, are also available online or at the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium Box Office, 1204 Fair Park Boulevard, 956-216-5990. The Box Office is open Monday-Friday and an hour before the concert. •

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Public Invited to 50th Annual Pow Wow March 21 in McAllen Special to Welcome Home RGV

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cAllen Grace Brethren Church, Son Tree Native Path, Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas invites you to their 50th Annual Nde Daa (Spring) American Indian Pow Wow Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Lark Community Center in McAllen.

When the Pow Wow opens, dancers, dressed in beautiful regalia, follow the Color Guard into the Center. Gourd dancing will be performed at 11 a.m. and at 5:30 p.m. There will be guest performances by Jorie and Christie West at 12:30 p.m. and again at 6:30 p.m. The Grand Entry will take place at 1:00 p.m. and at 7:00 p.m. There will be an intermission from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., and closing ceremonies will be held at 9:30 p.m.

Come and join us for this culture event. Celebrate and experience American-Indian culture, history, drumming, singing, and dancing, from tiny tots to seniors. Some dances are open to audience participation.

There will be vendors selling native food, arts, crafts, beads, AmericanIndian jewelry, dreamcatchers, and more. There will be something for everyone. The event will also feature

raffles and cake walks.

Admission is free, and the Pow Wow is open to the public. It is a familyfriendly event. No drugs or alcohol are allowed.

The Lark Library and Community Center is located at 2601 Lark Avenue in McAllen. For more information, contact Robert Soto at 956-648-9336. •

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This March, Nature Lab is all about convection currents. Quinta Mazatlán’s Nature Lab program takes place every Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Nature Lab at Quinta Mazatlán

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Lady Monarch Live-Art Exposition at Monarch Fest 2020, Saturday, March 21, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Quinta Mazatlán in McAllen.

Live Art - Upcycled Fashion Show at Monarch Fest 2020

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onarch Fest is an annual event that celebrates the magnificent migration of monarch butterflies through South Texas this time of year. Monarch Fest 2020 takes place Saturday, March 21, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Quinta Mazatlán and boasts live art, sustainable fashion, and more!

Join Lady Monarch as a walking art piece. Express yourself by dressing as your favorite pollinator (bird, bat, bee, bug, or butterfly) for a chance to win prizes and be invited to join the Mayor’s Bug Parade!

Also new this year, explore sustainable fashion at the Upcycled Fashion Show, featuring unique, handmade pieces.

The process of upcycling fashion involves finding creative ways to reuse textiles, resulting in one-of-a-kind items. Shop or get ideas for your own wardrobe rehash!

iscover the wonderful world of science through experimentation and exploration of our natural world at Quinta Mazatlán’s Nature Lab. Each Saturday, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., participants explore the field of science by conducting hands-on experiments both indoors and out. The program is designed for children ages seven to 12 years of age and offers a unique theme each month.

This March, Nature Lab is all about convection currents. The fun focuses on the origins, power, and significance of wind. Participants will perform experiments and witness demonstrations on how uneven heating and cooling can drive convection currents; they will learn how wind shapes the environment around us, how

birds adapt to shifting wind conditions, and more! Each experiment is uniquely designed to engage participants in the world of science and nature.

Quinta Mazatlán’s Nature Lab program is free with park admission.

Park admission is $3 for adults and $2 for seniors and children ages 3-12.

Children 2 and under are free! Quinta Mazatlán is located at 600 Sunset Drive in McAllen, one block south of La Plaza Mall on 10th Street. For more information, call Quinta Mazatlán at 956-681-3370. •

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Monarch Fest is a family-friendly event featuring cooking demonstrations, scout-badge activities, collaborative art murals, special guest speakers, garden tours, arts-and-crafts activities, live music, dance performances, a farmers’ market with incredible finds, native plants for sale, a caterpillar tot corner, pollinator-art installations, and more.

Tickets are $5.00 per person; children two years of age and younger are free. Tickets may be purchased at Quinta Mazatlán prior to the event or at the gate the day of the event. Skip the line at the gate and purchase tickets online (no service fee) at TicketLeap. com (Search Monarch Fest). Follow Quinta Mazatlán on Facebook for daily reveals on special guests, activities, and more. For further information call Quinta Mazatlán at 956-681 3370. •

rumored to be a contract killer who may have been involved in the infamous St. Valentine’s Day massacre. Dixie Dugan is the owner of the Speakeasy and is out to avenge her husband’s death.

These two ruthless mobs are fighting it out for territorial control. Right now, they appear to be getting along, but there is definitely tension in the air.

This precarious situation is shattered when, one night at the Boom Boom Club Speakeasy, one of the guests is murdered! Seeing that it’s not a cut-and-dry situation of whodunit, the mobsters and their companions are forced to work together before a massive mob war breaks out, one that will certainly rekindle the flames between these two nefarious criminal organizations and even, perhaps, the cops.

The actors will perform their roles live,

in front of the audience, throughout the evening. Guests will have to pay attention to the characters and what they are saying. They will also get a chance to interact with the characters and ask them questions. It will be the audience’s role to look and listen for the motivation of the characters, get a handle on who is who, size them up, and then decide which one of these notorious characters committed this despicable crime. This dinner theater will be the first of its kind for Palm Resaca Park.

To add to the authentic feeling of the evening, Park residents have been encouraged to dress up in era-appropriate attire. So who gets murdered and whodunit? The lucky people who got tickets—which sold out in four days—will have to wait until March 17 to find out! •

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DANCE ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

CALENDAR OF EVENTS WEEK OF

March 11 - 17, 2020 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2020 Homemade Donuts, 07:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

All you can Eat Breakfast $5, 07:30 AM, Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $5.00 (956) 519-8597 Park Rummage Sale, 08:00 AM, Acacia RV & MH Park, 89 E Bus 83, Alamo, (956) 464-4080.

Craft & Flea Market, 08:00 AM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission.

(956) 585-9264.

Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo.

(956) 787-7571.

Bluegrass Jam, 09:00 AM, Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-5807.

Prayer Breakfast, 09:00 AM, Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. (956) 357-5498.

Beginner/Improver Line Dance, 10:00 AM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd.

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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. •

Alamo. Donations. (956) 783-5008.

Co-Ed Golf Scramble, 10:00 AM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

Line Dancing w/Carol, 10:00 AM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. (956) 968-0322.

Beginner Partner Dance Lesson, 10:00 AM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Donna. Free admission. (956) 375-0125.

Line Dancing w/Paul Neff, 10:30 AM, Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. (956) 357-5498.

Trailer Park Patsy, 11:00 AM, Don-Wes Flea Market, 208 N Victoria Rd, Donna.

Free admission. (956) 464-3502.

Intermediate Partner Dance Lesson, 11:00 AM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Donna. Free admission. (956) 375-0125.

Newmar Owner’s Luncheon, 11:00 AM, American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine Ave, McAllen.

RSVP (954) 579-7794.

One Hour River Tour, 12:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $11.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Winter Texan Wednesday, 12:00 PM, Mel’s Honky Tonk N’ Grill, 10700 FM 1421, Brownsville. Free admission.

(956) 215-6357.

ALCOA/ARCONIC Retirees Meeting, 12:00 PM, Mr. Gatti’s Pizza, 4100 2nd Street, McAllen. (563) 340-3132.

Wednesday Lunch, 12:00 PM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. $5.00 pp. Menu varies.

(231) 585-0624.

Country Jam, 12:30 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen.

(956) 425-7448.

Country Jam, 12:30 PM, Quiet Village II, 215 S Valley View Dr, Donna. Free admission. (712) 210-9044.

Variety Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. (956) 223-9359.

Dance Lessons w/Bob, 01:00 PM, Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $7.50 pp. (650) 793-5368.

Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Alamo Paradise Acres, 1513 W Crockett St, Alamo.

Free admission. (563) 217-0479.

Soft Rock/Easy Listening Jam, 01:00 PM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen. (815) 228-6221.

Country Music Jam, 01:00 PM, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway, Mission. Free admission.

(956) 585-5061.

GO! Club, 01:00 PM, A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706 N 10th St, McAllen. $60.00 pp. (956) 638-1961.

Rock & Roll Jam, 01:00 PM, Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. (956) 357-5498.

Gospel and Country Jam, 01:30 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 428-4414.

Big Band Jam, 02:00 PM, Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission.

Bit-O-Heaven RV and Mobile Home Resort

1051 W. Bus Hwy 83 Donna, TX 78537

www.bit-o-heaven.net EVERY TUESDAY : HAPPY HOUR 3:30pm - 5:00pm • Pass the Bucket Donations BYOB/Snacks • Popcorn/Soda for sale • Free Ice 1st Tues • Diego 2nd Tues • Curt James 3rd Tues • Regan James

LAST HAPPY HOUR - MARCH 17th

EVERY WEDNESDAY ENTERTAINMENT • 6:30PM Popcorn/Soda/Ice Cream Bars for sale

Mar. 11 • Pickpocket Gene Turner • $8.00 Mar. 18 • The Chamberlins (Country) • $7.00

EVERY THURSDAY : SOUP SUPPER 4:30PM • $4.00 • All You Can Eat/BYOTS Dessert/Soda for sale

LAST SOUP SUPPER - MARCH 12th

EVERY FRIDAY : DANCE

7:00pm - 10:00pm BYOB & Snacks / Popcorn & Soda for sale

Mar. 13 • The Jets (Rock n' Roll) • $7 Mar. 20 • Regan James Hired Hand • $7 Mar. 27 • Dixon Company Band (Country) • $6

EVERY SATURDAY : JAM SESSION BYOB • Popcorn & Soda for sale • Free Ice

11:00 AM - 1:00PM • FREE LAST SATURDAY JAM - MARCH 14th

CRAFT FAIR

Second Friday Every Month (Nov - Mar) 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Breakfast for sale LAST CRAFT FAIR - MARCH 13th

PATIO SALES

JOIN THE FUN!

LAST HAPPY HOUR OF SEASON Thursday, March 19

DIEGO

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM • Donations BYOB • Snack Bar Available

LAST DANCE OF SEASON Saturday, March 14

GREYROCK

7:00 PM • $8.00 BYOB • Snack Bar Available

THANK YOU

Second Saturday Every Month (Nov - Mar) 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Pick up map in North Hall LAST PATIO SALES - MARCH 14th

for a memorable season!

5:00 PM • BYOB/Snacks

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SUNDAY KARAOKE

Susan Thomas, A C T I V I T Y

DIRECTOR

603-396-2786 / fulltimers@earthlink.net

877-550-7961

Terry Miller • Activity Director

ENTERTAINMENT

THURSDAY • 1PM - 5PM • EVENT CENTER No cover charge March 12............................ Helen Russell & Company

FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC • 1PM - 5PM

March 13....................................................Al Mikesh

SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC • 1PM - 5PM

March 14................................................Ron Moshier March 21...................................Jolly Huntsman Band March 28................................................Ron Moshier

LIVE MUSIC Every Sunday • 2PM - 6PM

March 15................................... Renaissance Rockers March 22............................................ Riverside Band March 29............................................ Riverside Band

LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS 2-6 • YEAR ROUND! St. Pat’s Day Party Tues., Mar 17 • 1-5pm

Open 11am • Corned Beef Dinner (while it lasts)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS!!

TRY OUR TEXAS SIZE PORK TENDERLOIN

Friday Fish Fry

Catfish, Cod, Shrimp or Combo Dinner

w/baked beans, hush puppies, cole slaw, & french fries

Riverside Dreamer RIVER TOURS

1 Hour Tours • 12:00 PM 2 Hour Tours • 1:00 PM (Down River to Dam)

Mon • Tues • Wed • Thurs • Fri • Sat

Seniors: $11 Adults: $13

(Up River Only)

Tues • Thurs Seniors: $20 Adults: $24

Additional River Tours Will Be Added

• Covered Cushion Seating • Enclosed Windows & Heating

$ CASH ONLY $ PRICE INCLUDES TAX

No Outside Beverages / Food Allowed Passenger Minimum for Departures: 15 for 1 Hour • 25 for 2 Hours

*** RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED ***

CALL TODAY 956-581-4477 FOR INFORMATION OR RESERVATIONS

PRIVATE TOURS AVAILABLE

956-581-1033 • www.ontheriver.net 214 E. Chimney Rd. • Mission Riverside in-MissionTx

Celebrating South Texas!

www.welcomehomergv.com

DANCE ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS Free admission. (956) 358-9425.

Tiki Hut Jam, 02:00 PM, Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-7630 Genealogy Coach: One-to-One Session, 02:00 PM, McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 681-3061.

Happy Hour w/Diego, 03:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Pass the hat.

(956) 968-3140.

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

Social Hour w/Rusty Rierson, 03:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (425) 501-6773.

Happy Hour w/Carlos Canas, 03:30 PM, Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 West Rd, Mercedes. Pass the hat. (956) 376-3798.

Farmers Market at The Bryan House, 04:00 PM, The Bryan House, 1113 E. Mile 2 Rd, Mission (956) 330-7497.

Happy Hour w/Steven May, 04:00 PM, Quiet Village II, 215 S Valley View Rd, Donna. Pass the hat. (712) 210-9044.

Karaoke, 05:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes.

(956) 565-2638.

Hamburger Night & Karaoke, 05:00 PM, Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W Exp 83, Mission. $5.00 pp for meal.

(956) 580-2940.

Country Music Jam, 05:30 PM, Heritage Square Rec. Park, 300 S Bryan Rd, Mission. (563) 340-6493.

Pre-Rounds w/The Baldwins, 06:30 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612.

Karaoke, 06:30 PM, Tropical Valley Acres, 1240 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission.

(956) 583-5582.

Pickpocket Gene, 06:30 PM, Bit-OHeaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $8.00 pp.

(603) 396-2786.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights, 07:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $6.00 pp.

(956) 787-6461.

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

Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-5008.

Line Dancing, 07:00 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $3.00 pp. (956) 585-0703.

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RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. (956) 357-5498.

Rio Grande Woodcarvers, 08:00 AM, Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Loop, Pharr. Free, everyone welcome.

(956) 761-1986.

Craft Show, 08:00 AM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (956) 475-5018.

Park Wide End of Season Yard Sale, 08:00 AM, Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W Exp 83, Mission.

(956) 580-2940.

Ultra Beginner Line Dance, 09:00 AM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Bluegrass Jam, 09:00 AM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308.

Country Jam, 09:00 AM, El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2020 Donations. (956) 585-5704.

Garage Sale, 07:00 AM, Green Gate Best Pancakes in the Valley, 09:00 Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, AM, The Grove, Bus 83 & Stewart Rd, San Juan. (320) 250-2488.

Palmview. (480) 267-7557.

Biscuits & Gravy, 07:30 AM, South Texas Singles Mingle, 09:00 Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 AM, Rudy’s “Country Store” and S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Bar-B-Q, 209 W Nolana Loop, Pharr.

(956) 687-5115 (319) 750-2308.

TOPS Meeting, 07:30 AM, Lakewood Senior Texan Softball League, 09:30 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 23 >> Country Persuaders, 07:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. $7.00 pp.

(956) 566-2775.

Dance w/Night Ryders, 07:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Rd Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-9264.

Helen Russell & Company, 07:00 PM, Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. $6.00 pp.

(956) 425-6881.

Peter Kingsley, 07:00 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W. Business 83 Harlingen. (956) 428-4414.

Spittin’ Image, 07:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 739-7842.

Austin Street Bar Karaoke, 09:00 PM, Austin Street Bar, 2406 N 6th St, McAllen. (512) 809-8050.

Brownsville, Texas

HAPPY HOUR

3:00 PM- 5:00 PM • Pass the Hat Solitary Man • March 12

DANCE

Pelican West March 13 • 7:00 PM • $9.00 St. Patrick’s Day Party w/Texas Wheels March 17 • 7:00 PM • $7.00 DJ Doug & His Lovely Assistant Trivia & Dancing March 18 • 2:00 PM • $5.00 The Agency March 20 • 7:00 PM • $9.00

CRAFT FAIR

March 14 • 8:00 AM- 12:00 PM ALL ARE WELCOME • Concessions Open

Margarita and soda set-ups available

Free popcorn and Ice • Come party with us!

956-782-3263

602 N. Victoria Rd. • Donna, TX Visit us at RVontheGo.com • RVSouthTexas.com

Tour a “Gem in the RGV”

• Fun and Friendly • Gated “55+” Retirement Community • 200 Sites • Resident Owned & Operated ~ Very well-maintained!

• Affordable mobile homes for sale & rent • RV sites available on daily, weekly &/or monthly basis • Park Models welcome!

• Pet Free • $6,000 Move-in Bonus* to any approved shareholder who brings in an approved mobile and puts it on one of our available spots. *Restrictions apply, inquire at office for more information

www.palmresacapark.org

100 Tangerine Blvd • Brownsville, Texas manager@palmresacapark.org • 956-546-7423

Come See what

is All About!

Thursday, March 12, 2020 11 am - 2 pm BBQ lunch provided

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SALTGRASS STEAKHOUSE 3000 W Expressway 83 • McAllen, TX 78501

Tuesday, March 17th begins at 11a.m. & 3p.m.

Tuesday, March 24th begins at 11a.m. & 3p.m.

STEFANO’S BROOKLYN PIZZA 4201 W. Business 83 • Harlingen, TX 78552

Wednesday, March 18th begins at 11a.m. & 3p.m.

Wednesday, March 25th begins at 11a.m. & 3p.m.

Join us for this informative event regarding potential gaps in your Medicare or Insurance coverage. For retirees or those age 60 and up attending.

RESERVE EARLY! (Space Limited)

(855) 945-1648 masaseminars.com

Discover the MASA MTS Peace of Mind ( A Division of MASA GLOBAL )

Since 1974 with millions of members MASA provides full service for: • Emergent Ground Ambulance To & Between Hospitals • Emergent Helicopter Ambulance To & Between Hospitals • Fixed Wing Air Ambulance Between Hospitals • Vehicle Returned to Your Home • Mortal Remains Transport • Minor Children/Grandchildren Return • Return Transport Home • Spouse/Companion Transport • Transport to Specialized Care In Case Of Emergency

MASA MTS is an independent membership association that utilizes third-party transportation service-providers for all transportation services.

Celebrating South Texas!

Celebrating South Texas!

www.welcomehomergv.com

DANCE ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21 AM, Westside Park in McAllen, 1000 Resort, 3501 Old Port Isabel Rd, S. Ware Rd, McAllen. Free Admission. Brownsville. (208) 216-9690.

Dulcimer Jam, 01:00 PM, Texas Trails (956) 874-5481.

Ladies Golf Scramble, 10:00 AM, RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Rd Pharr.

Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop (956) 782-7886.

Country Western & Gospel Jam, 01:00 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

A2 Workshop, 10:00 AM, Tip O’ Texas, PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-6461. Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission.

Dance Lessons w/Bob, 10:00 AM, (402) 630-0492.

Mission West Resort, 3805 W Hwy 83, C1 Workshop, 01:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, Mission. $7.50 pp. (650) 793-5368. 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-6461.

Burgers & More, 11:00 AM, Bentsen 2 Hour River Tour, 01:00 PM, Riverside Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $20.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Lunch & Jam Session, 11:30 AM, Helen Russell & Company, 01:00 Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E S International Blvd, Weslaco. Chimney Rd, Mission. No Cover Charge. (956) 581-1033.

(937) 241-8297.

Jam Luncheon, 11:30 AM, Mission Happy Hour w/Dixon Company Band, Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, 03:00 PM, 7th Street Sports Bar Mission. $5.00 pp. (402) 630-0492. & Grill, 702 E Acacia Ave, Alamo.

One Hour River Tour, 12:00 PM, (956) 226-3433.

Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Happy Hour w/Regan James, 03:00 Mission. $11.00 pp. (956) 581-1033. PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N Rock & Roll Jam w/Howard O., 12:30 PM, International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall hat. (956) 968-0322.

Happy Hour w/Solitary Man, 03:00 Acres Rd, Pharr. (956) 223-9359.

Rock & Roll Jam, 12:30 PM, Bentsen PM, Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Victoria Rd, Donna. Pass the hat.

(956) 782-3263.

Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Clogging, 12:30 PM, Winter Haven Double Decker, 04:00 PM, American

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Legion Post 439, 219 E Commercial Ave, McAllen. $3.00 pp. (956) 681-3370.

La Feria. Pass the hat. (956) 797-3701. Karaoke, 06:30 PM, Paradise Resort Jam Meal, 04:00 PM, Restful Valley Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr.

Ranch, 7130 W Exp 83, Mission. (319) 232-3625.

(319) 296-5410.

Big Band Jam, 06:30 PM, La Hacienda Happy Hour/Dance, 04:00 PM, Estates, 1018 El Paseo Drive, Alamo.

Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace (254) 449-4568.

Ave, Harlingen. (956) 425-7448.

Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 Soup Supper, 04:30 PM, Bit-O- PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook 1711 E Bus 83, Mission. $7.00 St, Bus 83. Donna. $4.00 pp. pp. (956) 585-4833.

BYOTS. (603) 396-2786.

Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers, 07:00 All You Can Eat Fish Fry, 04:30 PM, Llano PM, Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, International Blvd, Weslaco. $10.00 Mercedes. $9.25 pp. (956) 565-2638. pp. (204) 918-0186.

Invitation Jam Session, 05:30 PM, Jason Whorlow, The Piano Man, 07:00 Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, PM, Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 Mission. (956) 483-9210.

State Hwy 495, Alamo. $7.00 pp.

Doc Talk Lecture, 05:30 PM, (956) 783-4587.

Harlingen Medical Center, 5501 S Lindley Creek, 07:00 PM, Bentsen Exp 83, Harlingen. (956) 365-1848 Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen or (956) 365-1888.

Palm Dr, Palmview. $10.00 pp.

Music Jam, 06:00 PM, Palm Gardens (956) 585-0703.

RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, St. Patrick’s Day Dance w/Hot Rodz, Harlingen. (956) 440-8878.

07:00 PM, Palm Shadows RV Resort, Eldorado Acres Jam, 06:00 PM, Eldorado 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $7.00 Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. Free pp. (607) 427-3082. admission. (956) 581-6718.

Winter Texan Orchestra, 07:00 PM, The Guardians Movie Screening, 06:00 Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr.

PM, Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr, Pass the hat. (956) 787-6461.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 24 >>

MUSIC &

DANCING

OPEN HOUSE

Every Wednesday & Friday • 1-3pm

Come out & see the homes we have for sale & lease.

ALL EVENTS LISTED OPEN TO PUBLIC

LINE DANCING W/KEITH Monday & Wednesday | 10am

DANCE

Mar 11 | Texas Wheels | 7pm | $7 Mar 18 | Jealous Heart | 7pm | $7

SQUARE DANCE

Friday, March 13 is last square dance 10am - 12pm | $10/couple

COUNTRY INVITATIONAL JAM Last Jam is March 14 | 7pm - 9pm Dinner: 5:00pm – 6:00pm | Pizza

PATIO SALE

March 14 | 8am - 12pm

Thanks everyone

for a Great Season and attending our Activities!

OPEN HOUSE

Every Tuesday & Thursday

9am - 1pm

Take a look at our homes for rent & sale!

Ask us how you can get 2 months free rent!

BLUEGRASS JAM OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 1:30pm - 4pm Located in the Rec Hall Cake & coffee available during intermission

Thank You for a memorable season!

Safe travels!

OPEN HOUSE

Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • 1-3pm Come out and see the homes we have for sale & lease.

HAPPY HOUR

EVERY WEEK • MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 3:00pm - 4:30pm • Pass the Hat

Mondays | Diego Tuesdays | Steven May Wednesdays | Lynn Dvorak Thursdays | Regan James Fridays | Curt James

DANCE

7:00pm - 10:00pm

March 14 | Rewind | $8 pp March 17 | St. Patrick's Dance | $6 pp with Steven May & Southern Knights

ENTERTAINMENT

* 2020 Valley Star Awards Winner! *

Male Vocalist of the Year Friday, March 13, 2020

Snow To Sun, Weslaco • 3pm-4:30pm

Friday, March 13, 2020

Weslaco Elks Lodge • 7pm - 9pm

Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Llano Grande Resort, Mercedes • 3pm-5pm Hynes Event Center

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Paradise South RV, Mercedes • 3:30pm-5pm

YARD SALE

Trophy Gardens RV, Alamo (Private Event)

March 15 | Men of A-Chord | $6 pp March 14 | 8:00am - 12:00pm

Thursday, March 19, 2020 Saturday, March 21, 2020

Sunshine RV, Harlingen • 7pm-10pm • $6

Friday, March 27, 2020

Cottonwood Creek Country Club (Private Event)

Saturday, March 28, 2020

Alamo Country Club (Private Event)

All events are open to the public unless specified as Private

For booking, please call (956) 455-4195 Email @ curtjames49@yahoo.com Facebook @ Curt James Entertainer

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MEALS

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23

FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2020

Garage Sale, 07:00 AM, Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (480) 267-7557.

Craft Fair, 08:00 AM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Palm Shadows RV Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. (515) 238-5859.

Feeder Fridays, 08:30 AM, Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr, McAllen.

(956) 681-3370.

Ultra Beginner Line Dance, 09:00 AM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Beginner Line Dance, 09:30 AM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 09:30 AM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo.

(956) 784-7500.

History Tours, 10:00 AM, Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr, McAllen.

(956) 681-3370.

Co-Ed Golf Scramble, 10:00 AM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

Oleander Acres Butterfly Cafe, 11:00 AM, Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421

S Conway Ave, Mission. $5.00 pp.

(503) 593-1457.

Garza Produce Truck, 11:00 AM, Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W Exp 83, Mission. (956) 580-8454.

Pizza & Salad Bar, 11:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Friday Fish Fry, 11:00 AM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission.

(956) 581-1033.

Spring Luncheon, 11:45 AM, First United Methodist Church of La Feria, 331 S Main St, La Feria. $10.00 pp.

(956) 454-1610 or 467-9556.

One Hour River Tour, 12:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $11.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 12:00 PM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo.

(956) 784-7500.

Rock & Roll Jam, 12:30 PM, Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission.

(636) 459-5458.

Oldies Rock n’ Country Jam, 12:30 PM, Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. (956) 464-9024.

Country Western Jam, 12:30 PM, Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S. Texas

DANCE

7:00pm - 10:00pm

••••• HAPPY HOUR ••••• March 17, 2020 Route 66

March 26, 2020

Doors Open at 6:00pm

March 13, 2020

••••• ENTERTAINMENT ••••• 7:00PM - 9:00PM (unless otherwise noted)

March 16, 2020

Regan James

ENTERTAINMENT / SHOW 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Doors Open at 6:00pm

Diego

Jason Whorlow • $8.00

March 11, 2020

••••• DANCE •••••

••••• TIKI HUT JAM •••••

GOSPEL & COUNTRY JAM

7:00PM - 10:00PM Doors Open 6:30PM Ice and Setups Available

March 13, 2020

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Open Mic 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Last Wednesday March 11th Food available

Poison Ivey • $10.00

••••• GOSPEL JAM •••••

Diego • $7.00

Food available 5:00PM

March 20, 2020 last dance of season

THANK YOU

FOR A WONDERFUL SEASON!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sundays

Ends March 22, 2020

Thank You

for a wonderful season!

Randy & Nancy Zuleger, Activity Directors

956-783-2605 938 S. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 alamoroseactivities938@gmail.com

(956) 968-6223.

Happy Hour w/Trailer Park Patsy, 03:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat.

(956) 565-2638.

Jam Session, 05:00 PM, Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission.

Fish Fry, 05:00 PM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Palmview.

(956) 585-0624.

Karaoke and Supper, 05:30 PM, Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Rd, Mission. Menu varies.

(417) 588-1588.

Country Jam, 06:00 PM, Trade Winds RV Resort, 1005 N Stewart Rd, Mission. Free admission.

(402) 630-0492.

Friday Night Coin Show, 06:00 PM, McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave, McAllen. $2.00 pp.

(956) 566-3112.

Big Squeeze 2020: Los Fresnos, 06:00 PM, Los Fresnos High School, 907 N Arroyo Blvd, Los Fresnos. Free Admission. (512) 441-9255.

Karaoke w/Dorothy Phillips, 06:30 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr.

(956) 787-6461.

Spittin’ Image, 06:30 PM, 1015 RV Park, 1402 S International Blvd,

UPCOMING 2019 - 2020 EVENTS

2019 - 2020 UPCOMING EVENTS 3:00PM - 5:00PM Pass the Hat Concessions available • BYOB

Blvd. Weslaco. (956) 968-5051.

Country Jam, 01:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen.

Free admission. (956) 566-2775.

Variety Jam, 01:00 PM, Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-5807.

50’s & 60’s Jam, 01:00 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

ROPA Style Show, 01:00 PM, Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco. $1.00 pp. (319) 290-1081.

Happy Hour w/Joy Norris & RV Happy Hour Band, 02:00 PM, Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission.

(319) 296-5410.

Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 02:00 PM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo.

(956) 784-7500.

Leslie Blasing, 02:00 PM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen. (815) 228-6221.

Happy Hour w/Curt James, 03:00 PM, Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco.

(956) 455-4195.

Afternoon Dance w/Diego & Edith, 03:00 PM, Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco. Pass the hat.

Peter Kingsley

Every Wednesday • 1:30pm

OPEN JAM

Every Saturday • 1:00pm

LINE DANCING

Monday and Friday • 1:00pm

SQUARE DANCING Every Monday • 9:30am

Thank You

for a memorable season!

Connie Teel, Activity Director

Becky Hightower, Activity Director

956-428-4414 5401 W. Bus. 83 • Harlingen, TX 78552 www.rvresorts.com/park-place-estates.html

UPCOMING FRIDAY DANCE 7pm - 10pm • $6 per person

unless stated otherwise

March 13 Route 66 March 20 Barbed Wire The March 27 Steven May and Southern Knights and The April 3 Steven May Southern Knights April 10 Texas Storm April 17 Curt James April 24 South Texas Ramblers May 1 Route 66 May 8 Diego $7 May 15 Bottomline Band The May 29 Steven May and Southern Knights

2020 Summer Schedule

SEE PAGE 27 FOR MORE DANCE FUN! FOR INFORMATION / TICKET PURCHASES

956-782-7886

501 W. Owassa Rd.• Pharr, TX 78577 WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS

Celebrating South Texas!

www.welcomehomergv.com

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Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 968-7516.

Dance w/Route 66, 07:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $6.00 pp. (956) 782-7886.

Country Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $7.00 pp.

(956) 399-5800.

Dance w/Star Fire Band, 07:00 PM, Citrus Valley RV Park, 2901 W State Hwy 107, McAllen. (920) 810-3353.

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

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

Dance w/Diego & Edith, 07:00 PM, Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (956) 787-5773.

Dance w/Pelican West, 07:00 PM, Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $9.00 pp.

(956) 782-3263.

Dance w/Gatos Locos, 07:00 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $7.00/$9.00 door pp. (956) 423-5484.

Dance w/Poison Ivey, 07:00 PM, Alamo

AM, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 Pancake Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Sun S Conway, Mission. $4.00 pp. Menu Valley Village, 15659 Buttercup varies. (956) 585-5061.

Ct, Harlingen. $4.00 pp. BYOP&S. Pancake, Biscuit & Gravy Breakfast, (956) 622-3151.

07:00 AM, Alamo Paradise Acres, 1513 Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Bit-O-Heaven W Crockett St, Alamo. (641) 430-2656. RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus Garage Sale, 07:00 AM, Southern Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S. Airport Yard Sale, 08:00 AM, Paradise Resort Dr, Weslaco. (956) 968-3140.

Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr.

Park Wide Yard Sale, 07:00 AM, (715) 401-3337.

Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Bentsen Grove S. Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview.

Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Saturday Morning Breakfast, 07:30 Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

AM, Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Sunshine RV E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. Menu Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. varies. (204) 937-2448.

(956) 425-7448.

Pancake Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Aladdin Yard Wide Park Sale, 08:00 AM, Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd, Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Mission. $5.00 pp. (707) 704-7222. Rd, Mission. (660) 464-0118.

Biscuits & Gravy or Pancake Breakfast, Craft Show, 08:00 AM, Victoria Palms 07:30 AM, El Valle Del Sol, 2500 Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna.

E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $4.00 pp. (956) 782-3263. Ballroom.

(956) 585-5704.

Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Alamo Rec Veh All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet, 07:30 Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo.

AM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E (956) 475-5018.

West Blvd, Mercedes. $7.50 pp. Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Casa Del (956) 565-2638.

Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo.

Saturday Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Pleasant (956) 783-5008.

Valley Resort, 7320 W Exp 83, Mission. All Park Yard Sale, 08:00 AM, Casa $5.00 pp. (956) 580-8454.

Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna, SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 27 >>

Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (956) 783-2005.

Dance w/Regan James, 07:00 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W. Business 83 Harlingen. (956) 428-4414.

Dance w/Rick McEwen, 07:00 PM, Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 West, Mercedes. $7.00 pp.

(956) 376-3798.

Dance w/The Castaways, 07:00 PM, Cottonwood Creek Country Club, 1001 S Ed Carey Dr, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (218) 841-4863.

St. Patrick’s Day w/The Jets, 07:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Donna. $7.00 pp.

(603) 396-2786.

Burlap to Cashmere Concert, 07:30 PM, Harlingen Municipal Auditorium, 1204 Fair Park Blvd, Harlingen. $25.00 pp. (956) 216-5990.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2020 Eldorado Acres Big Breakfast, 07:00 AM, Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. Prices varies.

(956) 581-6718.

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

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March 21, 2020

The Bottomline Band • $6

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 25 (956) 464-9024.

Fun n Sun Exhibition, 08:00 AM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. Free admission.

(956) 399-5800.

Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission. (956) 585-8135.

Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. (956) 425-6881.

Women’s Bible Retreat, 08:00 AM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. For reservations call (660) 562-8942.

Birding Our Backyard, 08:30 AM, Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr, McAllen. (956) 681-3370.

Downtown Harlingen Walking Tour, 09:00 AM, Downtown Harlingen, J&B’s Cafe, 204 E Jackson, Harlingen.

Free admission. (956) 425-5282.

Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 09:30 AM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo.

(956) 784-7500.

Laguna Atascosa Tram Tours, 09:30 AM, Laguna Atascosa Wildlife Refuge, 22688 Buena Vista Rd, Los Fresnos. (956) 244-2019.

AA McAllen Share Group, 10:00 AM, Discussion, Open Meeting. 1003 E

Business 83, McAllen. Located on East side of Freight Furniture Store.

Country Western Jam, 11:00 AM, Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Free admission.

(956) 584-1561.

Open Jam, 11:00 AM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus 83, Donna.

Free admission. (603) 396-2786.

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

One Hour River Tour, 12:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $11.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 12:00 PM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo.

(956) 784-7500.

Jam Session, 12:30 PM, Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (319) 330-7724.

Open Jam, 01:00 PM, Park Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Harlingen.

(956) 428-4414.

Karaoke w/Carol & Art, 01:00 PM, Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. Free admission.

(956) 783-4587.

Country Western Jam, 01:00 PM, La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo

Drive, Alamo. (254) 449-4568.

Alamo. $6.00 pp. (956) 787-7717.

GO! Club, 01:00 PM, A Block Away Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Winter Quilt Shop, 2706 N 10th St, McAllen. Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, $60.00 pp. (956) 638-1961.

Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

Rock & Roll/Big Band Jam, 01:00 Dance w/The Fabulous Cruisers, 07:00 PM, PM, McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, McColl Rd, McAllen. Free admission. Mission. $10.00 pp. (956) 585-4833.

(956) 874-5041.

Karaoke w/Paul, 07:00 PM, Bentsen Live Music w/Ron Moshier, 01:00 PM, Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Palmview. Donations. (956) 585-0703.

Mission. (956) 581-4477.

Dance w/Dixon Company Band, 07:00 PM, Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 02:00 El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, PM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Mission. $6.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo. Dance w/Bushriders Dave Band, 07:00 (956) 784-7500.

PM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 Country Dinner & Jam, 05:00 PM, Casa E Harrison Ave, Harlingen. $7.50 pp.

Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (815) 228-6221.

(956) 783-5008.

Dance w/Greyrock Band, 07:00 PM, Country Music Jam, 06:00 PM, Val Verde Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N RV Park & Apts., 1400 W Bus 83, Donna. Mayberry Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp.

Free admission. (515) 587-2227.

(956) 580-7654.

Open Jam Saturdays!, 06:00 PM, Dance w/Hot Rodz, 07:00 PM, Llano AmeriCana RV Resort, 1840 S Bentsen Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Palm Dr, Palmview. (715) 651-0972. Mercedes. $7.00 pp. (956) 565-2638.

Dance w/Steve Yukich, 07:00 PM, Tropical Dance w/Lindley Creek, 07:00 PM, Valley Acres, 1240 E Bus Hwy 83, Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 583-5582.

Mission. (417) 337-0617.

Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Dance w/Southern Express, 07:00 PM, Knights, 07:00 PM, Trophy Gardens Twin Lakes RV Park, 301 N. Shary RV Resort, 800 State Hwy 495, Rd, Mission. $6.00 (956) 585-9982 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 28 >>

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 27 Dance w/Sweetwater Band, 07:00 PM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd, West. Mission. $7.00 pp. (320) 492-6415.

Dance w/The Agency, 07:00 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. $10.00 pp. (956) 787-7571.

Dance w/The Classics, 07:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $6.00 pp. (956) 782-2414.

Helen Russell & Company, 07:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-9264.

Jason Whorlow, The Piano Man, 07:00 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (956) 425-7448.

Kainoa Kamaka, 07:00 PM, Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $8.00 pp. (956) 584-1561.

Rusty Rierson, 07:00 PM, Winter Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Houston, Pharr. $7.00 pp. (308) 289-2201.

Spittin’ Image, 07:00 PM, Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 West, Mercedes. $8.00 pp. (956) 376-3798.

St. Patrick’s Day Dance w/MC Express, 07:00 PM, Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (956) 638-3158.

St. Patrick’s Day Dance w/The Coins,

07:00 PM, Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry, McAllen. $8.00 pp. (956) 682-8081.

SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2020 Church Service, 08:10 AM, Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission.

(319) 296-5410.

Church Service, 08:30 AM, Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway Ave, McAllen. (503) 593-1457.

Church Service, 08:30 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Church Service, 08:30 AM, Rio Valley Estates, 715 N Westgate Dr, Weslaco.

(956) 532-9665.

Church Service, 08:45 AM, San Juan Gardens, 900 E Hwy 83, San Juan.

(618) 581-7019.

Church Service, 08:45 AM, Winter Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Houston, Pharr.

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

(956) 580-4477.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Snow to

Sun RV Resort, 1701 N International Blvd, Weslaco. (956) 968-0322.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Paradise South RV Resort, 9099 N Mile 2 West Rd, Mercedes. (956) 376-3798.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. (956) 425-6881.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen. (815) 228-6221.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission.

(956) 585-9264.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Ranchero Village, 1900 S Bridge Ave, Weslaco.

(956) 968-6223.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (956) 475-5018.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Palm Shadows RV Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. (607) 427-3082.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus Hwy 83, Alamo. (956) 787-7571.

Church Service, 09:15 AM, Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Rd, Mission. (417) 588-1588.

Church Service, 09:20 AM, Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd,

Harlingen. (956) 357-5498.

Church Service, 09:30 AM, Quiet Village II, 215 S. Valley View Rd, Donna.

Church Service, 09:30 AM, Country Palms RV Park, 600 E FM 495, San Juan.

Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 09:30 AM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo.

(956) 784-7500.

Laguna Atascosa Tram Tours, 09:30 AM, Laguna Atascosa Wildlife Refuge, 22688 Buena Vista Rd, Los Fresnos.

(956) 244-2019.

Church Service, 10:00 AM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr.

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

Church Service, 10:00 AM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. (956) 425-7448.

Church Service, 10:30 AM, Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W Exp 83, Mission. (956) 580-8454.

Buckin Good Time Market, 11:00 AM, Los Fresnos Rodeo Grounds, 500 E. Ocean Blvd, Los Fresnos. (651) 829-0361.

Helen Russell & Company, 11:00 AM, Don-Wes Flea Market, 208 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission.

(956) 464-3502.

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Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 12:00 PM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo. (956) 784-7500.

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

Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Rd Mission. (956) 585-9264.

Live Music w/Renaissance Rockers, 01:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. (956) 581-1033.

Beginner Line Dance Sundays, 02:00 PM, AmeriCana RV Resort, 1840 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (715) 651-0972.

Santa Ana Refuge Tram Tours, 02:00 PM, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Rd, Alamo. (956) 784-7500.

Remember My Soul: Jewish History of the RGV, 02:00 PM, McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen.

Free admission. (956) 681-3000.

Winter Texan Orchestra, 03:30 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus Hwy 83, Alamo. $6.00 pp. (956) 787-7571.

“Chefs Choice” Dinner, 04:00 PM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview.

(319) 750-2308.

Karaoke, 05:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus Hwy 83.

Donna. Free admission. (603) 396-2786.

Acres, 1240 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Music Jam, 01:00 PM, Alamo Palms (956) 583-5582.

RV Resort, 1341 W Hwy 83, Alamo.

Square Dancing, 09:30 AM, Park (918) 344-6393.

Place Estates, 5401 W Bus 83, Countryside Jam, 01:00 PM, Harlingen. (956) 428-4414.

CountrySide Mobile Home & RV Park, Beginner/Improver Line Dance, 10:00 100 N Valley View Rd, Donna. Free AM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd. admission. (918) 916-0541.

Alamo. Donations. (956) 783-5008.

Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Tropical Co-Ed Golf Scramble, 10:00 AM, Trail MH & RV Park, San Benito, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 690 N Oscar Williams Rd, San 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

Benito. (920) 377-1476.

RGV St. Urhos Day Dinner, 11:30 AM, Clogging!, 01:15 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 Casa de Marisco, 502 W Pike, Weslaco. E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (724) 813-2465.

Order off Menu. (956) 968-1777.

PH II-III RD Dance Workshop, 02:00 One Hour River Tour, 12:00 PM, PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612 Mission. $11.00 pp. (956) 581-1033. Happy Hour w/Diego, 03:00 PM, Jam w/Bob Dolle & Friends, 12:30 Snow to Sun RV Resort, 1701 N PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the Frontage Rd, Alamo. Free admission. hat. (956) 968-0322.

(956) 475-5018.

Happy Hour w/The Howlers, 03:30 Music Jam, 01:00 PM, Palm Gardens PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, Monroe St, Mission. Pass the hat.

Harlingen. (956) 440-8878.

(956) 519-8597.

Country & Open Jam, 01:00 PM, Happy Hour w/Steven May, 04:00 PM, Wagon City North, 2905 N Conway Tip O’ Texas, 101 E. Sioux Rd, Pharr.

Ave, Mission. (515) 802-9421.

Donations. (956) 787-6461.

Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Winter Haven Monday Night Hamburgers, 04:00 PM, Village, 1015 W Sam Houston Dr, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop Pharr. (956) 787-7881.

374, Mission. (956) 585-0624.

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Gospel Jam, 05:30 PM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308.

Gospel Jam, 06:00 PM, Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-7630.

Farewell Round Dance Party, 06:30 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. Tampico Hall. (765) 661-0612 Jam Session, 06:30 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-6461.

Spittin’ Image, 06:30 PM, Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (956) 787-7839.

Free Movie Night, 07:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-1521.

Dance w/Curt James, 07:00 PM, Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. $6.00 adv, $7.00 door.

(319) 210-2021.

Dance w/SouthBound Band, 07:00 PM, W & I Resort, 206 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $7.00 pp. (918) 637-7703.

MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2020 Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Mission.

Free admission. (956) 585-4833.

Line Dance, 09:00 AM, Tropical Valley

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 29 “Chefs Choice” Dinner, 04:00 PM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview.

(319) 750-2308.

Corn Beef Cabbage Dinner, 04:30 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Country Jam, 05:30 PM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308.

Country Jam, 06:00 PM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Mission.

Free admission. (956) 585-0624.

Yoga at the Library, 06:00 PM, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, 1906 S Closner Blvd, Edinburg. Free admission.

Board Pool, 06:00 PM, Val Verde RV Park & Apts., 1400 W Bus 83, Donna.

Free admission. (515) 587-2227.

Jason Whorlow, The Piano Man, 07:00 PM, Bluebonnet RV Resort, 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission, $8.00 pp.

(956) 585-7630.

SouthBound Band, 07:00 PM, Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 580-4477.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2020 Bird Walk, 08:30 AM, Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center, 714 S Raul Longoria Rd, Edinburg. Cost

for admission. (956) 381-9922.

Ultra Beginner Line Dance, 09:00 AM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Bible Study, 09:00 AM, Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen.

(956) 357-5498.

Beginner Line Dance, 09:30 AM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Square Dance Lessons w/Randy Daugherty, 10:00 AM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-6461.

Oleander Acres Hamburger Lunch, 11:00 AM, Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway Ave, McAllen. $4.00 pp. (503) 593-1457.

Rock & Roll Jam, 11:00 AM, Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S Cage Blvd, Pharr.

Free admission. (956) 787-5773.

Taco Tuesday, 11:30 AM, Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Rd, Mission. $6.00 (417) 588-1588.

Sirloin Burger & Chips, 11:30 AM, W & I Resort, 206 S Stewart Rd, Mission. $4.00 pp. (956) 585-6594.

One Hour River Tour, 12:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $11.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway Ave, McAllen.

Pass the hat. (503) 593-1457.

C2 Workshop & Plus w/a Twist, 01:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-6461.

2 Hour River Tour, 01:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission. $20.00 pp. (956) 581-1033.

Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Rd, Harlingen. (956) 357-5498.

Bluegrass Jam, 01:30 PM, Kenwood RV Resort, 1201 N Main St, La Feria.

Free admission. (956) 797-1851.

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

Happy Hour w/Dixon Company Band, 03:00 PM, Hakubas Social Club, 911 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. Free admission. (956) 226-3433.

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/Curt James, 03:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. Pass the hat.

(956) 565-2638.

Happy Hour, 03:30 PM, Bit-OHeaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus 83, Donna. Pass the hat.

(603) 396-2786.

Classic Country Jam & Meal, 04:00 PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. Free admission. meal price varies (956) 519-8597.

Rock & Roll Dinner & Jam, 05:00 PM, Casa Del Valle, 1048 N Alamo Rd, Alamo. (956) 783-5008.

Horse Races, 06:30 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission.

(956) 585-9264.

St. Patrick’s Dance w/Leslie Blasing, 06:30 PM, Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. $7.00 pp. (956) 425-6881.

Dance w/Pelican West, 07:00 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $10.00/$12.00 door pp. (956) 423-5484.

Dance w/The Classics, 07:00 PM, Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S Texas Blvd, Weslaco. $7.00 pp.

(956) 968-5051.

St. Patrick’s Day Dance w/MC Express, 07:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (956) 968-3140.

St. Patrick’s Day Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (956) 782-3263. •

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Currently we have planned events in South Dakota, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa and Nebraska with more details coming soon! We are excited for this coming tour!

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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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Swedish Pickled Shrimp Submitted by Sandy Olson

• 2 – 2½ pounds raw, medium shrimp, in their shells • ½ cup celery tops (Yes, the tops not the stalks!)

• ¼ cup mixed pickling spices • 1 tablespoon kosher salt • 2 cups thinly sliced yellow onion • 7-8 dry bay leaves • 1½ cups olive oil • 3/4 cups white vinegar • 3 tablespoons capers in brine • 1 tablespoon brine from the caper jar • 2½ teaspoons celery seed • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt • 3 drops hot pepper sauce, such as Tabasco®

In a large saucepan, cover the shrimp with boiling water. Add the celery tops, pickling spices, and 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes; drain. Peel and devein the shrimp under cold water. Layer shrimp, onion slices, and bay leaves in a shallow baking dish. Combine remaining ingredients, mixing well. Pour over the shrimp. Cover with plastic wrap and chill at least 24 hours, spooning the marinade over them occasionally.

Remove from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Serve cold, on toothpicks.

Sandy Olson--lifelong foodie, restaurant reviewer, cooking teacher, Summer Iowan, and Winter Texan, she spends the season at Palm Shadows RV Park in Donna. This season, Sandy will be sharing recipes for appetizers and other delicious goodies you can make without heating up the kitchen. You can contact Sandy at midwestfoodie@gmail.com.

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Piña Colada Cake

Submitted by The Junior League of McAllen, Inc.

Serves 10-12 • 1 box yellow cake mix • 2 tablespoons rum • 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk • 1 large can or bag (7 oz.) shredded • 4 ounces of a 15-ounce can of Coco Lopez coconut (real cream of coconut) • 1 large container Cool Whip

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Grease and flour pan. Bake cake according to package directions. Remove from oven and prick top of cake with toothpick. Spoon milk over warm cake. Mix cream of coconut and rum; pour over cake. Let cool and refrigerate, covered.

Before serving, spread Cool Whip over top of cake and sprinkle with coconut. • The Junior League of McAllen, Inc. envisions significantly improving the quality of life of the children and youth of our community by preserving the innocence of childhood, encouraging responsibility, and promoting a safe environment. Cookbooks can be purchased through the Junior League website at www.juniorleaguemcallen.org, as well as at Barn White and Quips & Quotes in McAllen.

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ALAMO Alamo Rose: 956-783-2600 Trophy Gardens: 956-787-7717 Winter Ranch: 956-781-1358

PHARR Tip ‘O Texas: 956-787-9959 Texas Trails: 956-787-6538 Tropic Star: 956-787-5957

MISSION Bluebonnet: 956-585-7830 HARLINGEN Park Place: 956-428-4414

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Jazz Breakfast Sunday 9:00am to 1:00pm

Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Specials

956-761-PIER (7437) www.Pier19.us 1 Padre Blvd.

South Padre Island

From Causeway, turn right on Padre Blvd.

You’ll see our sign one block on the right.

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Tolin

Blueberry Buckle Cake

his is one my baking favorites! I haven’t met a person yet who doesn’t like blueberries so it’s a safe coffee cake to make for your houseguests or just as an afternoon snack for you and your family. Blueberries are also healthy, with all of their antioxidants. I’m not really sure exactly what that all means, but I know they Additionally, this is an easy treat to make so are good for me so that’s enough.

I hope you will try it this weekend! Happy yummy baking!

Bon Appétit! • Streusel: • 1/3 cup sugar • ½ cup all-purpose flour • 1 tsp ground cinnamon • 1/8 tsp salt • ¼ cup (4 Tbls) unsalted butter Cake: • 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tsp baking powder • ½ tsp salt • ¾ cup sugar • ¼ cup (4 Tbls) unsalted butter, slightly softened • 1 large egg at room temperature • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract • ½ cup milk • 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

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Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8" square or round cake pan.

To make the topping: Mix the sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl. Cut or rub in the butter with a pastry cutter, two knives or your fingertips just until it reaches a crumbly state. Set aside.

In a medium-sized bowl, blend the flour, baking powder, and salt together.

In a separate bowl, beat together the sugar, butter, egg, and vanilla.

Alternately add the milk and the flour mixture to the sugar/butter mixture, ending with flour. Add blueberries. Stir just enough to blend. Take care not to overmix.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the streusel topping over the batter.

Bake the cake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick or knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Remove the cake from the oven, and set it on a rack to cool for 10 minutes. Serve right from the pan. Or transfer to a serving plate.

Yield: about 12 to 16 servings.

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Marcello’s Ocean Grille & Spirits was recently written up in Texas Monthly magazine as the new trending restaurant for dinner and brunch in the South Padre Island area.

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REAL ESTATE

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Looking for something in the Rio Grande Valley? Our classified section has been the go-to source for our retirees to check out the Valley market by listing what you wish to sell, give away or post your garage sales. For more information on submitting your classfied, please email classifieds@welcomehomergv.com.•

FIFTH WHEELS RV for Sale Valhalla Ramseyer 32’ RV for sale- 5th wheel with two slides.

King bed, new refrigerator, microwave, standard stool, 36 cabinets doors, 10 drawers all oak built by Forest River 2004 Cardinal Model. NEW PRICE $7,999 (936) 219-8858.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1993 Avion 5th Wheel For sale, 1993 Avion 5th Wheel, $5000 OBO please call (605) 941-9801.

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Awesome Power Chair for Sale This power chair has been gently used. It has brand new batteries and runs great.

For more information or to have a look, please call Glenn at (763)497-3945. $2,300 obo.

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HOMES FOR SALE

SALE BY OWNER 55+ gated community.

Two bed, two bath, attached garage.

Stuart Place Resort, Harlingen, 1041 sq. ft. Screened back porch on Resaca overlooking golf course. All appliances included. Cash sale, “as is”. $89,000.

To view call: (956)536-8326.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Brick Home, Sale by Owner Over 55 community with covenants and club house, Golf View Estates, Mission, TX. 2-bedroom, 2-bath, 2 car garage. Open floor plan, new kitchen appliances, fenced back yard. Call (817)441-0603 for viewing.

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MOBILE HOMES 2007 Mobile Home & Lot 16x44 Asking $39,900.00, lot fees $223 yearly.

Fully furnished, includes W/D, has a shed. At Lamplighter subdivision 55+ community, park has pool, activities, jams, meals and is pet friendly. (920) 723-1854.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Mobile Home In Nice Neighborhood Schult mobile home. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully furnished front living room.

New heat pump, new water heater. Full carport, 17x9 shed with mechanical and woodworking tools. Paradise South RV Park. Call (956) 314-1260.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Mobile Home for Sale 14x51 mobile, 2-bedroom, 1 full bath, Furnished, washer/dryer, portable fire place. 8x10 shed, carport, golf cart, 1998 Honda CRV. Pleasant Valley Lot #96 REDUCED new price $18,500 (715) 933-0093.

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2009 Palm Harbor MH Deluxe 18x68 well maintained, very clean, completely furnished living room. 55in. big screen TV, Laminate flooring in Kitchen, laundry. Remainder carpet. Large bedrooms, walk-in closets, twobedrooms, walk-in shower. Kitchen many cupboards. Two covered carports. #(612) 296-0549.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Mobile Home for Sale 16x56 2-bedroom/2-bath, central heat and air, oversized carport, metal-roof, 12x12 shed, 8x8 shed. Washer/ Dryer, dishwasher, furniture, walk-in pantry, kitchen storage and counter space, walk-in closet. Large lot, cheap rent. Sleepy-Valley Resort Lot#562. $29,000 OBO, #(361)230-0901.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 14x75 2br-2bath LancerMH All Electric 50’patio & carport, Washer/dryer, Air&Heat outside, wood cabinets, newer windows, many updates! 8x12shed and 8x9shed, orange and palm trees, Furnished, turn-key, ready to move in!

Located gated community Rio Valley Estates #257 Weslaco. $17,000 (507)254-6927.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Mobile Home for Sale 2001 16x52 mobile home, 2-bdrm, 1-bath, attached 12x24 covered deck, located in Magic Valley Park, 2300 E Bus Hwy 83, Unit 83, Weslaco, $14,900 OBO call #(204) 223-1295.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 55+ Gated Retirement Community Owned and operated by it’s 99 year leaseholders, this park offers lots and mobile homes. Our annual service dues are less than $50 a month. Check out our park availability at www.valhallapark. com (956) 358-3229.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Mobile Home Friendly Park For Sale, 14 x 66, 2 bedroom, 2 baths. Mobile Home is fully furnished in Harlingen.

Carport, Screened in Texas Room.

Work Shop. For more information call (417) 733-1113.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 14x65 Schult Mobile Home 2-bedroom, 2-bath, furnished, two sheds, add on 12x12 entry room, 12x17 office or common room. Coated metal roof, washer/dryer, covered patio, carport. Lot #80 Dixieland 55+ park Harlingen, $15,000 Or Best Offer (402)430-6819.

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MOTOR HOMES

2004 Fleetwood Expedition Diesel Motorhome Cummins, Freightliner chassis, Allison transmission. 38Ft.

Queen bed, 2 AC’s and TV’s; 3 slides and tons of storage. New plank flooring and many updates. 67,690 miles. No smoking/pets. $44,900 negotiable.

Clean title. (605)661-2753. Harlingen.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Newmar Motorhome and dolly For Sale, 1998 Newmar 40 ft. Mountain Aire.

Rear-engine diesel on Spartan Chassis.

Slideout. 2015 Car Tow Dolly on new tires with extra tire on wheel/surge brakes disk. Call (217) 454-2243.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2004 Alfa See YA! 40’ Diesel Freightliner chassis, 350hp Caterpillar engine Allison 3000 transmission 92,000 miles. Custom cabinetry with two computer workstations, satellite system with dual tuners all owners manuals and receipts! $49,000 insured and appraised at $60,500 www.alfaforsale. com (641)777-1628 (573)268-7454.

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MOTORCYCLE

2014 Can-Am Spyder ST Limited Low mileage 5,975. Adult ridden, garage kept, sharp looking gold color. $10,500 view in Alamo, TX. (785) 845-8283.

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PARK MODELS OWN YOUR LOT- DON’T RENT park model fully furnished, full-size stove and fridge, lots of cupboards and counterspace. Metal roof, tinted windows. both on concrete. Oversized awning over carport. Storage shed w/washer. HOA only $100year.

55+park in Donna. (309)335-9080 (309)339-2867.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Park Model for Sale Park Royale, 12x35’, very good condition, hide-abed, 2 recliners, walk-in closets, new flooring, storage shed, can be seen at Park Place Estates, Harlingen. $6,000 (906) 364-9784 or (906) 364-9785 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Adorable 94 Chariot Eagle Model 34’x12’, plus nice-sized 19’x14’ Texas room. Covered carport. Small workshop in Texas room. Queen bed, full size stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer, 2 recliners and Hide-A-Bed. Two T.V.’s are negotiable. Call (402) 943-9851 for details.

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SERVICES Keith’s Closets Customized closets built and installed at an affordable rate. Start your day a better way with an organized closet system. We also customize office, craft room, laundry, etc. Call for free consultation. (956)261-5677

Keith Fleming •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Keith’s Closets Customized closets designed and built to your specific needs at an affordable rate. Start your day a better way with an organized closet. We offer free consultations. Call Keith Fleming (956)261-5677.

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TRAVEL TRAILERS 2018 Flagstaff V-Lite Travel Trailer Model 27VRL, extended warranty expires 11/3/2024. 9-volt outlet in bedroom equipped and ready to travel. Many extras, excellent condition. $25,000. call (206)795-7622 for more information.

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WANTED

Looking to serve God? Now that you have retired, what will you do? Consider becoming a Chaplain with ChristianResort-Ministries, serving RV Resorts!

If you are interested and feel God’s calling, contact (210)549-9006 or www.crmintl.org. Let’s see where God leads!

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• WW2 Military Weapons Wanted German, Japanese, US Guns, swords, daggers, etc. Pistols like Lugers, P.38’s, Walther PPK’s, Mausers Saure. Rifles, 98K, G-K43, Garands Springfields, Japanese and German swords. FFL license. Cash paid. Collector. Call (712)310-0905.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Help Wanted Assistant Manager Team Wanted; married couple to assist management team at Rio Valley Estates, a 55+ retirement community. he, in the field. she, in the office. nice home, $900/month, utilities, vacation. background check required.

(956)968-2708.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• I’ll Pay Cash! Want to sell your home?

I buy mobile homes, travel trailers, park models and even Fifth Wheels all around the RGV. Old or new, I’ll make you a good deal! Call Jerry Garcia (956) 929-3842.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Publisher’s notice: All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

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January 24 - 31, 2021 Leave RGV on January 23, 2021 Sail Dates $ 250.00 non refundable deposit per person Pre-Cruise hotel with Breakfast • Round trip transfers from Rio Grande Valley Non-Transferable • Cruise Care Insurance and Gratuities are additional

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GET 1 YEAR FREE RENT! MOBILE HOME

ALAMO 938 S. Alamo Road Alamo, TX 78516

956-783-2600

Move a Mobile Home into any of eight Wilder Resorts in the Rio Grande Valley and receive 1 year free rent with a 2 year agreement PARK MODEL HOME

PHARR 501 W. Owassa Rd Pharr, TX 78577

956-787-6538

800 FM 495 Alamo, TX 78516

1401 S. Cage Blvd.

Pharr, TX 78577

600 FM 495 Alamo, TX 78516

101 E. Sioux Rd Pharr, TX 78577

956-787-7717

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MISSION 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Mission, TX 78574

956-585-7630

956-787-5957

Move a Park Model into any of the eight Wilder Resorts and receive 1 year free rent with a 2 year agreement • Units must be from a non-Wilder Resort • Units must be approved by Resort Manager

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