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one thing I know for sure; there is a whole lot of talent in the RGV! Two of the things I enjoy most this time of year are eating and being entertained. And when the two happen at the same time, I just feel like all things in the world are right.

I was invited by Mary Anne Barthel to the Aladdin Villas dinner theater last week, and boy am I glad I accepted the invitation! It was so nice to turn off the world for a few hours and watch the hilarious production of Those Crazy Ladies in the House on the Corner, which was performed by the Aladdin Villas Community Playhouse. (Not to mention, lasagna was on the menu, and the serving was so big I got to enjoy it again for lunch the next day!) The play was definitely something to witness, from the volunteers who were ushers to the waitstaff to the kitchen crew--in addition to all of the volunteers who donated their time and talents on decorations, sound, lights, and setup and the cast themselves. It truly put the “community” in “Community Playhouse.”

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he Christian Resort Ministries their adopted community. website states, “You’ll have to put Leila and Fred are the founding on your track shoes to keep up,” couple of Caring Hearts Ministry, delivering food in reference “God is working with this ministry, and and necessities to Leila and Colonia Fred Preuss we can see His miracles are everywhere.” to residents in (pronounced • Ida Sifuentes • Alton each “Price”). It’s an understatement. The retired couple week. “I’m raring to go every Friday!” from Alamo Rec Veh, both in their CARING HEARTS MINISTRY 70s, are far ahead in giving back to CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 >>

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very Thursday morning, Ronnie Schutz can be found in the Tropic Winds RV Resort Community Hall kitchen baking dozens of cookies for Friday’s Jam. Prior to retirement and moving permanently to the Rio Grande Valley from Virginia with her husband, Schutz worked as a cook for Project Hope, a global health and humanitarian-relief organization. So baking treats with a group of volunteers she leads--called the Ladies Community Service--for the entire park to enjoy makes her happy.

“We do six kinds of cookies, and we do double-batch as well,” Schutz said. “I love baking cookies, baking bread, just cooking. And it’s not always following a recipe. It’s usually a little bit of this, a little bit of that.”

Schutz and her husband prefer southern food, and some of her favorite dishes to make include pork chops, cornbread and beans, and liver and onions. Schutz adds they are one of the few couples at Tropic Winds that eats most of their meals at home.

In addition to volunteering in the park’s kitchen as part of Ladies Community Service, Schutz manages a crafts group that meets once a week, also on Thursdays, to make quilts for a local crisis center.

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“I call it their gossip time because they sit and do their work and gossip,” she said. “It’s a good way for people to get together.”

The center distributes the quilts to abused women and children, which Schutz said is a cause she and the volunteers are happy to support.

“It hasn’t happened to me, but I’ve seen people who have gone through it, and it makes me happy to know they get a little bit of security,” she said. “It’s an absolutely wonderful feeling.”

Over the 10 years she’s been involved, Ladies Community Service has donated more than 1,000 quilts, and each week, the group of seven women can finish up to six new quilts.

To raise money to buy fabric and materials, they sell 50/50 tickets at the jams and raffle tickets to win a quilt during the park’s once-a-month craft show. Schutz said these events typically raise about $500 per month, and it all goes back into Ladies Community Service.

Although most of her family is back in Virginia and in other states across the country, Schutz said she feels right at home in Harlingen and her roughly 800 neighbors are like a second family.

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Hospital Volunteers in Weslaco Win Award for Holiday Decorations Knapp Volunteer Jean Rabenhorst is the leader of the group, and she said some here’s no shortage of their crafts are created of kindness at Knapp using recycled materials.

Medical Center in Weslaco, For example, corks from including when visitors are wine bottles were used to being greeted and helped make a Christmas figurine by the wonderful Auxiliary the volunteers call Corky volunteers at the hospital. the Reindeer. Rabenhorst These volunteers do much remembers a time when she more than greet visitors. They herself was a patient and also help brighten up the day received a tray favor. She of patients in the hospital said seeing the holiday craft by creating colorful holiday on her meal tray made her figures, which patients receive feel happy. She enjoys being on their meal trays. in a position to do the same The group’s creative crafts for others. recently earned them a tie “Every single volunteer is for first place at a statewide here to help put a smile on convention of the Texas a patient’s face,” said Elvia Association of Healthcare Reyna, Volunteer Services Volunteers. This marks the manager at Knapp Medical second consecutive firstCenter. “They work hard each place win for the hard-working group.

Volunteer Auxiliary members at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco received a month to make patients feel award--in a statewide completion-- for making colorful “tray favors” wonderful inside, and the The Knapp “Craft Crew” first-place to brighten up the days of patients in the hospital during the holidays, such is a group of volunteers-- as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Showing the award and some of the award- feedback they get is very including several Winter winning crafts are Knapp volunteers Jean Rabenhorst, Verda Nelson, Jill rewarding.”

Sharrow, Mary Clark, Dorothy Schultz, Carol Coburn, Kathleen Stevenson, and For information on volunteer Texans from RV parks in the Annaliisa Turunen. Not pictured are volunteers Esther Torres and Phyl Tell. opportunities with Knapp Mid-Valley area--who create these award-winning “tray favors” was Thanksgiving, and the volunteers Medical Center, please call Elvia Reyna each month featuring a unique theme. created a multi-colored, adorable at 956-973-5144 or email her at EReyna@PrimeHealthCare.com. • Of course, for November, the theme turkey tray favor.

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he Treasures of the Gulf Museum, Port Isabel Historical Museum, Port Isabel Lighthouse and the Visitors Center in the Keeper’s Cottage announce their holiday schedule. • Museums’ Annual Christmas Open House Saturday, December 14 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Free Admission 25 percent off all merchandise and 50 percent off selected merchandise in the Gift Shop Lighthouse and Museums of Port Isabel Christmas Day – CLOSED New Year’s Day - CLOSED Visitors Center in the Keepers Cottage Christmas Eve and Christmas Day CLOSED New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day CLOSED

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Fred readily exclaims when talking about the labor-intensive day.

Every Friday--except during a twomonth period when the couple returns to Arkansas in the summer--Fred heads for Border Missions in Hidalgo, arriving well before 8 a.m. Typically, he is among the first of approximately 10 to 12 organizations lining up to pick up food. With help from others waiting in line, he fills the back of his pick-up and flatbed trailer with allotted cases of fresh produce and the occasional cases of snack food donated by local produce companies and grocery stores. He then drives the load to Mi Sueno (My Dream) Street in Alton.

“It’s not just a Friday-morning job.

It’s 24/7,” Leila shares. “You never know when a call will come in,” adds Fred. Throughout the week, the couple fields calls for contributions, arrange to pick up donated clothes and other goods, and package and sort donations.

Often, donations are anonymously delivered to the recipient’s front door.

Leila stresses that Caring Hearts Ministry is a group effort. While extremely humble, the couple is a driving force, tirelessly dedicated to serving the needs of this community.

They recruit help via their network of local resort ministers, including support from Mission Bell and Big Valley. Through a chance meeting a few years ago, they teamed up with Ida Sifuentes, a member of Iglesias Bautista Emmanuel in Alton, who helps coordinate the weekly distribution.

Upon arriving at the Colonia, volunteers unload the food and supplies; an assembly line is quickly formed, and Ida leads the group in prayer before items are evenly distributed. Every family will receive the same amount of food. The ministry serves approximately 90 to 130 families each week.

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elcome Home RGV’s first single mingle was held Thursday, December 5, at Rudy’s BBQ in Pharr. The event was BYOB (buy your own breakfast), and we had a great time mixing and mingling with singles from across the Rio Grande Valley. This was the first of many single mingles planned for this season. The next one is at Rudy’s Thursday, December 19, at 9 a.m.

We had 11 people join us December 5, which is more than double the number who attended our first Summer Supper Club event last May. This is encouraging because at our second

Summer Supper Club, we had over 40 attend. If we do our math correctly, that’s more than an 800 percent increase! If we have an 800 percent increase at our next single mingle, we should anticipate over 80 people December 19.

The purpose of the single mingle is for those ‘flying solo’ to meet new people and plan fun outings throughout the season. We’ve got a lot of fun things in the works, so come on out and enjoy a breakfast taco, coffee, and conversation December 19. Get ready to mingle! •

During one Friday in November, the Preusses arrived with a brand new wheelchair donated by a Ranchero Village resident. Ida says right after learning about the donation, she received a call from a woman recovering from knee surgery and in temporary need of a wheelchair as insurance would not cover the cost.

There is already a waiting list for the wheelchair, which Ida will facilitate on a check-out basis from the church.

This is just one example of a surprise donation filling an immediate need.

Leila, Fred, and Ida share they often witness answered prayers through the Caring Hearts Ministry. Ida says she recently prayed specifically for ham to serve to the community during the holidays. “The next day,” she says, “Fred is calling me and says, ‘Guess what? We’re getting hams!’ I hadn’t even mentioned it to him.” Fred and Leila received a call offering 104 small hams, with a promise of more to come.

“Nothing goes to waste,” Leila says.

They utilize all donations to the best of their ability. Once they received an unusual donation of four reclining medical chairs. They contacted Ida, who found a family with a son with cerebral palsy. The versatility of a special chair allowed him to sleep more comfortably and join his family at the table.

Ida says, “God is working with this ministry, and we can see his miracles are everywhere.”

While Fred and Leila acknowledge that soon they may not be able to continue to participate, Ida says she prays not only for someone to take over the ministry but also to expand services to the Colonia residents.

For more information on Caring Hearts Ministry visit the Caring Resources Ministries website at crmintl.org. •

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City of Port Isabel Announces

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he City of Port Isabel will kick off the 2019 holiday season with their 12th Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Saturday, December 14, at 7:00 p.m., Beulah Lee Park will once again be the site for the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event will feature live performances by groups from Garriga and Derry elementary schools and Port Isabel High School. Vendors will be selling festive foods and drinks. Vendors will open at 6:00 p.m. The public is invited to come together with the community for this holiday tradition.

Also on December 14 is the

Hometown Christmas Holiday Parade. Staging for the parade will take place at 4:30 p.m. in front of the Laguna Madre Youth Center on Port Road. The parade will begin at 6:00 p.m. The parade route will head east on Queen Isabella Boulevard (Hwy 100) and end at the Port Isabel Event & Cultural Center.

A chalupa fundraiser will also be held December 14 at 5:00 p.m. at the Port Isabel Community Center.

Proceeds raised will be used for the Laguna Madre Youth Center. For more information about this event, email mjacobs@copitx.com. •

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International Festival December 14 - A Seasonal Tradition in the Valley Special to Welcome Home RGV

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very Saturday since September, parishioners and friends of St. George Orthodox Church in Pharr have been cooking up vast quantities of handmade baklava and other international food delicacies, preparing for this year’s International Festival.

Held on the second Saturday of December each year, the International Festival is a much-anticipated holiday event for the local community, families with children and Winter Texans alike.

This year’s Festival will be Saturday, December 14, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at St. George Orthodox Church, 704 W. Sam Houston in Pharr. It features the sale of a variety of homestyle foods and beverages from around the world, including Greece and Eastern Europe, as well as vendors selling fine handcrafted gifts, handmade soap, local honey, preserves, pickles, and more.

With free entry, parking, children’s activities, and a wide variety of music and dance performances, there’s always something for everyone to see and do. The festival is a fun, educational event for the entire family. Activities and information will be shared by the Museum of South Texas History, the McAllen Public Library, South

Texas Border Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists, Deep South Texas Master Gardeners, UTRGV CHAPS, Milkweed & Monarchs, and more. While you shop, purchase some native host and nectar plants to attract butterflies to your yard.

Our favorite RGV Bluegrass music returns for this year’s festival. The day’s entertainment includes holiday favorites from the wonderful UTRGV Tuba and Euphonium Quartet, as well as the much-beloved Edinburg Folklorica dancers and the Mariachi Nueva Tradicion. Returning to the festival stage will be the talented colibrí children’s choir. The last performance of the day will be the South Texas Indian Dancers, led by Robert Soto.

The entire, exciting entertainment and activity schedule can be found at: stgeorgetxfestival.com/entertainment. html The Festival is a great place for holiday shopping. Pick up some unique items created by local artisans and handicraft and farmers market vendors.

Everything from local honey and preserves to bags of specialty coffee from Mexico and to handmade soap, beeswax candles, Eastern European Folk Art and handcrafted wood items will be available. Take a free, guided

tour of St. George Orthodox Church and learn about the lovely icons, an ancient liturgical art form. Children can decorate homemade gingerbread cookies, create holiday crafts, go “fishing,” and also learn about local history and culture.

Whether you like fire-grilled skewers of Greek souvlaki, delectable pastitcio, savory spanakopita, or stuffed grape leaves or you prefer Eastern European piroghies, blini, or cabbage rolls, there is sure to be something you’ll love to eat.

A limited supply of vegan and vegetarian options are available for many of these foods. A large, tent-covered area with tables and chairs provide a comfortable area for dining. Frozen versions of many international specialties are also available for you to take home and enjoy later. Bring a cooler along in the car! Besides baklava, baked goods from around the world will make your ST. GEORGE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 >>

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Visit Quinta Mazatlan Thursday, December 12, from 6 to 7 p.m. to experience legendary musician Tish Hinojosa’s Christmas-inspired Holiday Concert in the Park.

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egendary musician Tish Hinojosa will be performing live in McAllen Thursday, December 12, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Quinta Mazatlán for Holiday Concert in the Park! Tish dazzles with her one-of-a-kind blend of folk, country, Latino, and pop and will be accompanied by her longtime musicians Marvin Dykhuis on guitar and mandolin and Chip Dolan on piano and accordion.

Tish has been a featured artist on Austin City Limits, has performed at the White House, and has teamed up with artists such as Joan Baez, Booker T. Jones, Flaco Jimenez, Pete Seeger, and Dwight Yoakam. She has toured extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe and continues to draw a loyal and growing audience.

For her Holiday Concert in the Park at Quinta Mazatlan, Tish will perform songs from her Christmas CD, From Texas for a Christmas Night. These songs cover themes from lively western swing to Tex-Mex storytelling and Christmas standards. She will also sing hits from the 17 albums she has produced since 1987.

Tickets for Holiday Concert in the Park are $5.00 per person at the gate. 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 Mazatlan at 956-681-3370 or visit quintamazatlan.com or the Facebook events page at facebook.com/ McAllenQuintaMazatlan. •

f you got a chance to see the Harlingen Performing Arts Conservatory production of In the Heights, then you know you have to come back for their performances this holiday season.

The Harlingen Performing Arts Conservatory, with Harlingen Family Dentistry, presents Leading Ladies.

The story of Ken Ludwig’s Leading Ladies is one to keep you laughing in your seats. In this hilarious comedy by the author of Lend Me A Tenor and Moon Over Buffalo, two English Shakespearean actors, Jack and Leo, find themselves so down on their luck that they are performing “Scenes from Shakespeare” on the MooseLodge circuit in the Amish country in Pennsylvania. When they hear an old lady in York, Pennsylvania, is about to die and leave her fortune to her two long-lost English nephews, they resolve to pass themselves off as her beloved relatives and get the cash. The trouble is, when they get to York, they find out the relatives aren’t nephews but nieces! Romantic entanglements abound, especially when Leo falls head over petticoat in love with the old lady’s vivacious niece, Meg, who’s engaged to the local minister. Meg knows there’s a wide world out there, but it’s not until she meets “Maxine

and Stephanie” that she finally gets a taste of it.

Mark your calendars for the whirlwind production of Leading Ladies happening Sunday, December 15, at 2:30 p.m. at the HCISD Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $10 general admission, and you can buy tickets online now at hcisdpa.org.

You can also purchase tickets at the HCISD Performing Arts Center, 3217 Wilson Road in Harlingen, from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or at the box office the same day of the performance.

Do not miss your only chance to see this show! If you have any questions or need more information, please call 956-427-3571. •

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Warthogs now on exhibit at Gladys Porter Zoo Special to Welcome Home RGV

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hey have finally arrived! Two male warthogs (Phacocherus africanus) have made their debut in late November at the Gladys Porter Zoo. These two brothers, Leonardo and Rollo, arrived from the Indianapolis Zoo and have earned the title of Gladys Porter Zoo’s very first warthogs. They may not be the most attractive-looking mammals, but they are incredibly intelligent and can quickly adapt to their environment.

Native to Sub-Saharan Africa, warthogs will typically eat vegetation, such as roots and grasses, but will occasionally eat meat when the opportunity arises. When startled,

warthogs can run up to 30 miles per hour or, when necessary, may use their face bumps and sharp tusks for selfdefense.

Although their conservation status is listed as Least Concern, warthogs are targeted for their tusks and still face endangered habitats and fractured breeding grounds.

Please come and visit the zoo to see them for yourselves! •

MOST History Announces New Episode of Stories from the Rio Grande

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OSTHistory’s podcast, Stories from the Rio Grande, is hosted by Communications Officer Pamela Morales. In the newest episode, Reba Cardenas McNair shares stories about her parents, their family struggles, and overcoming obstacles to make progress

for the city of Brownsville.

To listen to this episode, as well as all previous episodes, visit anchor.fm/ mosthistory online or find the Museum of South Texas History in your favorite podcast app. •

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Sixth Annual McAllen Holiday Parade December 7, 2019

The Sixth Annual McAllen Holiday Parade took place December 7. Nearly 100 illuminated floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands, and celebrities--including Dallas Cowboys legends and current players--made their way from McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium down Bicentennial Boulevard to Business 83. The parade is considered Texas’ largest illuminated holiday parade, drawing approximately a-quarter-of-a-million people to watch along the route.

The McAllen Holiday Parade takes place each year on the first Saturday in December.

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Things I Have Learned

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

On Being Cool

by Bill Ward

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“The coolest thing is when you don’t care about being cool.”

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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 .

recently attended a baseball game at the team ball park in our local town.

There were perhaps 200 people there as I took a seat right behind home plate, three rows up. I was watching the game but frequently found myself distracted by small groups of young kids walking in front of me between the bleachers and the backstop fence.

I eventually started paying attention.

There were several groups, mostly with kids between 7-10 years of age. They

were mostly girls, but there were a few boys mixed in. I started watching for one particular group. They would pass by, right to left, talking, giggling, and jostling. A couple minutes later, they came back again, this time left to right. A couple minutes later, here they came again, heading back the other way. This time they kept going away from me, and I turned back to the game. Oh wait! Here they came again from the same direction as last time. They had circled all the way around.

I tried to figure out where they were going. Then it hit me. They weren’t going anywhere. They were on parade.

I remember those days back in school. It seemed important then to hang out with the right crowd, to declare our social status by being seen with the right people. Maybe if we hung out with the cool kids, some

of their cool would rub off and others would consider us cool, too.

I wonder what folks would think if adults did that. I think it would be really weird. I suspect most of us figured out, somewhere along the way, that parading around with certain people doesn’t make us cool. There is little value in being someone else’s groupie.

One thing I have learned is that our “cool” doesn’t come from others. It comes only from us and what we bring to our own relationships. We can’t borrow it from someone else, and we can’t put it on parade. Some are born with it, naturally; others have to work at it. But whichever, we choose to be people others are drawn to with our character, compassion, generosity, and friendship. Actually, I guess those are always on display, aren’t they?

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on’t forget to waltz through the open gates of Arendelle this December as PSJA North celebrates its 40th annual children’s show, Frozen, Jr.!

This enchanting story features the epic journey of Princess Anna, Olaf the snowman, and Ice Harvester Kristoff and his trusty reindeer, Sven, as they journey to save the kingdom from an endless winter. Breaking Elsa’s ice spell won’t be easy, though, for these characters will face challenges from frozen hearts to two-faced fiancés.

With a cast of beloved characters and a story loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest of hearts!

Location: PSJA North HS - Gilbert Zepeda Jr. Performing Arts Center, 500 E Nolana Loop in Pharr Admission: $8.00 Dates and Times: December 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, and 21 at 7:30 p.m. and December 15 at 2:00 p.m. •

are two Texas Master Naturalist chapters in the Rio Grande Valley. Both chapters offer monthly meetings--with guest-speaker programs and social time—that are free and open to the public.

The Texas Master Naturalist organization is a unique educational volunteer program sponsored by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas Sea Grant Program, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

The Rio Grande Valley Chapter meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., at the Cameron County Annex Building, located at Williams Road and Highway 83/77 in San Benito (1390 W. Expressway 83). The social begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a speaker and a business meeting. Snacks are served at the social.

The South Texas Border Chapter meets the third Monday of the month at St. George Orthodox Church Hall, 704 W. Sam Houston Avenue in Pharr.

The social, which includes snacks, begins at 6 p.m.; the presentation is at 6:30 p.m., followed by the chapter’s monthly business meeting.

January Training Both chapters are accepting registrations for their January training

classes. Training is open to residents and Winter Texans. To learn more about how to become a member, please visit their respective websites.

Rio Grande Valley Chapter (counties of Cameron, Hidalgo and Willacy): rgvctmn.org.

South Texas Border Chapter (counties of Cameron, Hidalgo and Starr) stbctmn.org or contact Elizabeth Perdomo at mateliza@aol.com.

Speakers’ Bureaus Both chapters maintain a speakers’ bureau as part of their community education and outreach. Visit their websites for a list of free presentation topics.

Harlingen Native Plant Walks Rio Grande Valley Texas Master Naturalists offer free, guided, native-

plant walks the first Friday and third Saturday through May 2020 at Harlingen’s Hugh Ramsey Nature Park, where many native plants are highlighted in specialty gardens around the park’s Ebony Loop.

Meet the guides in the parking lot, where the two-hour tour begins at 9 a.m. Ebony Loop is an easy quartermile, level caliche trail. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water and bug spray for yourself, if desired. Restrooms are located at the park entrance.

Hugh Ramsey Nature Park is at 1000 South 499, two miles south of Harlingen’s Valley International Airport or go north on Ed Carey Drive, just north of the Arroyo Colorado River Bridge.

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mouth water. These make great holiday and party gifts. International soups-both vegan and with meat--are one of the festival favorites. Some people even take soups home to enjoy another day.

Try soup with a warm, German-style bierock on the side.

Want to just sit a while and watch the performances? Pick up some Russian tea, Greek coffee and some straddle, baklava, or other special baked goods from the Russian Tea Shoppe, and you’ll be ready to visit with friends, relax, and enjoy. Freshly baked scones and muffins start out the morning, so come early, and spend the day!

Another reason for the festival is a food-and-fund raiser for the very active St. George Food Pantry, which serves over 115 families.

Bring monetary donations, canned goods, non-perishables, new or lightly used blankets, and/or coats or children’s clothing and receive a homemade cookie as a “thank you” at this annual “Give a Can; Get a Cookie” campaign.

Not able to come on festival day or just want to pre-purchase frozen items so you can just enjoy Festival day without having to keep food frozen? Call 956358-8875 to make arrangements to come “shop” before the event at a time when people are working at the church.

To learn more about the Festival, see

A CHRIST-mas Story

First United Methodist Church of La Feria to host Live Nativity December 21 - 22 Special to Welcome Home RGV

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the website at: stgeorgetxfestival.com/ index.html or on Facebook at: facebook. com/St.GeorgeInternationalFestival/ •

irst United Methodist Church of La Feria will host its Live Nativity Saturday, December 21, and Sunday, December 22, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. At the Live Nativity, the church parking lot transforms into the town of Bethlehem. Visitors can either drive or walk through the village and see the original Christmas story of the birth of Jesus Christ.

The Live Nativity will feature Joseph

and Mary, as well as a full cast of townspeople, angels, wise men, kings, soldiers, shepherds, and live animals.

The event will also include live and recorded music. The Live Nativity is free and open to the public.

FUMC-La Feria is located at 331 S. Main Street in La Feria, next to Tiny Town Park. For more information on the Live Nativity or to volunteer, call 956-245-5742. •

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with Assistant Chaplain Leila Preuss

Forgive and Forget?

To forgive is difficult enough, but to Sail On

Come Have Fun, Fun, Fun with Beach Boys Tribute Band

Special to Welcome Home RGV

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heir music has been in the soundtrack of our lives for decades, with lyrics that make the world seem sunny, hopeful, and fun--like the ebb and flow of waves crossed with the eternal promise of youth. Even if the Beach Boys weren’t your favorite band growing up, seemingly everyone loves listening to their songs.

If you’re nostalgic for the days when young love, cool cars, sand, and surf were all that mattered, come enjoy a fun evening with Sail On, the ultimate Beach Boys tribute band. This talented and energetic group will perform at the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at 7:30 p.m., courtesy of the Harlingen Concert Association (HCA). Tickets are on sale now at the Auditorium box office, 1204 Fair Park Boulevard in Harlingen, and online at HarlingenConcert.com.

Sail On plays all of the Beach Boys’ classic hits, plus numerous treasures from the band’s brilliant extended catalog. With over 80 shows a year, the group is the most booked Beach Boys tribute band in the world.

A big part of Sail On’s appeal is their solid musicianship and authentic sound. “I couldn’t have asked for a better Beach Boys Tribute than Sail On,” said Krystel Zepp, lifestyle director for Del Webb Ponte Vedra in Florida.

“The band truly captured the sounds of the original group.”

As band member Paul Runyon noted in an August 2018 review, Sail On differs from other tribute bands, many of whom don wigs and costumes and try to imitate the original groups. Instead, Sail On’s focus is the music. “We try to give the essence of the group, right down to the harmonies and playing.”

Sail On performances are completely live and rich in detail.

Runyon, who lives in Nashville and plays and records with his band, The Explorers Club, also has played

keyboards with Mark Lindsay from Paul Revere and the Raiders. Band members Wyatt Funderburk, Mike Williamson, and Matt Thompson also are Nashville musicians, songwriters, and producers who have toured the U.S. and abroad with their own bands and with others.

All share a lifelong affinity for the golden age of pop music and love sharing the genius of the Beach Boys with audiences across the country.

Harlingen Concert Association has been bringing internationally acclaimed touring artists to the Valley since the 1930s. This all-volunteer, nonprofit organization is committed to enriching the cultural life of the Rio Grande Valley through live performances.

Thanks to season ticketholders and sponsors, these concerts can be offered at affordable, family-friendly prices.

During the concert season, HCA also sponsors mini concerts and master classes at private and public schools in conjunction with their scheduled artists.

In addition to the Sail On concert, there are four other HCA performances this winter:

Maxwell Quartet (from Scotland) Thursday, January 9, 2020

Sons of Serendip (America’s Got Talent finalists) Thursday, February 6, 2020 Dan Miller’s Cowboy Music Revue (from Wyoming) Friday, February 21, 2020 Burlap to Cashmere (Folk-rock trio) Friday, March 13, 2020.

For more information or to purchase tickets for any of the upcoming shows, visit HarlingenConcert.com or contact the Harlingen Municipal Auditorium at 956-216-5990. The Auditorium Box Office is open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. •

forget is almost humanly impossible.

When someone has wronged you, that wrong stays in your mind somewhere forever, but when you forgive, the wrong takes on a different scope of feelings. The memory of the wrong is there, but the effects of the wrong can change depending on how you react to the wrong. If you let it burn in your heart and simmer for years, you yourself are caught in the web of restriction--restriction because you cannot get over the hurt, deception, or betrayal. But if you let loose of that restriction through prayer and the act of forgiveness, you have reached a new freedom, a freedom from the weight of unforgiveness weighing you down.

“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another as God in Christ forgave you.”

Ephesians 4:32

The word forgiveness is actually mentioned 14 times in the NIV version of the Bible, but the concept of forgiveness is actually mentioned 166 times. Forgiveness is woven throughout the message of the entire Bible. Some verses are very familiar to everyone, and some are totally forgotten or obscure. Almost every Christian has recited The Lord ’s Prayer, instructing us on how to forgive. “Forgive others as I have forgiven you.” That type of forgiveness is the unconditional agape type of forgiveness.

What does forgiveness actually mean? According to the dictionary, it is “to stop feeling anger for or about someone or something, to stop blaming, or even to stop requiring a payment.” To stop feeling anger takes

Assistant Chaplain Leila Preuss and her husband, Fred, have been a part of Christian Resort Ministries for over 10 years and are actively involved with their ministry (Caring Hearts) to the colonias in Alton. Each week, they take produce and other donations to the colonia to help those less fortunate. If you would like to help them with this ministry or to donate, please contact them at 479-957-0368 or visit crmintl.org for more information.

time for the heart to heal, to stop blaming is to realize the fault does not always fall on that one person but perhaps even yourself, and to stop requiring payment is the truest sense, the actual wiping away of a monetary debt. Have you looked at the emotional sense of stopping payment of a debt, the feeling that vengeance is not for you to decide, the feeling of satisfaction when something bad happens to the person who has wronged you? When you free yourself from that type of thinking, you truly have broken the bonds of imprisonment. You will live in the freedom you will have from revenge and the feeling of ‘getting back at someone.”

When you truly forgive, you will find that the forgetting becomes much easier to live with. The burden is then lifted from you, and you are able again to enjoy the freedom of total forgiveness. •

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Story and Photo by Andrea Gutierrez

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Rio Grande Valley

Making Boots for Both Cowboys and Socialites

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ios of Mercedes Boot Company has a long history of making high-quality boots for cowboys and socialites alike. This artisan boot company produces some of the finest custom boots in Texas and employs craftsmen who take great pride in their work. Although the shop is not open to the public, you can read about their heritage and their boots on their website riosofmercedes. com. There’s much more to see in Mercedes, but Rios of Mercedes Boot Company is definitely a priceless treasure. •

Tinsel and Tutus

An evening of holiday fun with the McAllen Wind Ensemble December 20 Special to Welcome Home RGV

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he McAllen Wind Ensemble continues their 45th anniversary celebration with an evening of magical holiday fun. The December 20 event, Tinsel and Tutus, will feature another of McAllen’s artistic institutions, the Deborah Case Dance Academy. Dancers from the Deborah Case Academy will be featured at the holiday concert, performing selections from Tchaikovsky’s famous Nutcracker Ballet to the McAllen Wind Ensemble’s live performance of the suite.

Deborah Case, director of the dance academy and Rio Grande Valley Ballet, began her dance training at the age of three. Her dedication to teaching the Vaganova (Russian method) of dance has brought unbelievable dance professionals to teach at her dance academy. Through the Bolshoi Ballet Academy teachertraining program, Case received an official certificate from the Russian government. The Rio Grande Valley Chamber of Commerce has awarded her with “Most Distinguished Woman in Arts and Entertainment.” Every year since 1972, Rio Grande Valley Ballet offers matinee performances of The Nutcracker to all students in the Rio Grande Valley, and they see 7,500

school children come to their shows at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.

This 47th anniversary season, they will have entertained over 337,500 students. The Rio Grande Valley Ballet held two full performances of The Nutcracker--Saturday, December 7 and Sunday, December 8.

The McAllen Wind Ensemble is excited to host the Ballet’s encore performance of several of the dances from the world’s favorite Christmas ballet. Tinsel and Tutus will be December 20 at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Tickets, starting at just $10, are available at the McAllen Performing Arts Center Box Office, through Ticketmaster, or at the door. Please visit our website at McAllenWindEnsemble.org for more information. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with music starting at 7:30 p.m.

Pictures with Santa and ballerinas will be available before the concert.

No McAllen Wind Ensemble holiday concert would be complete without the traditional Christmas carol sing-a-long.

Come share the wonder and traditions of Christmas, joining family and friends at the South Pole of Texas. Celebrate the 24th day of the City of McAllen’s FRIO with the magic of holiday music! •

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DANCE ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

CALENDAR OF EVENTS WEEK OF

December 11 - 17, 2019 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2019 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 All Valley Appreciation Day, 08:00 AM, Don-Wes Flea Market, Bus Hwy 83 & Exp 83 on Victoria Rd, Donna.

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, Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. (712) 261-2348.

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

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

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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. •

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

Grand Opening for Inclusive Park, 10:00 AM, 3000 East Dicker Rd, Hidalgo.

Free admission. (956) 787-1891.

Spanish Conversation, 10:00 AM, McAllen Public Library, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen.

Free admission. (956) 681-3000.

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

RSVP (954) 579-7794.

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

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

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.

Jam Session, 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.

Crazy Quilt Table Runner with Crumbs Class, 01:00 PM, A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706 N 10th St, McAllen. $30.00 pp. (956) 638-1961.

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

Free admission. (956) 358-9425.

Tiki Hut Jam, 02:00 PM, Bluebonnet RV Park, 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-7630.

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

Social Hour w/Curt James, 03:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S

International Blvd, Weslaco. Pass the hat. (956) 455-4195.

Trailer Park Patsy, 04:00 PM, London’s Grill & Tavern, 129 E Nolana Ave, McAllen. Free admission. (956) 213-8388.

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

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

Biscuit/Sausage Gravy & Pancake Supper, 04:30 PM, Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $5.00 pp. (319) 330-7724.

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

(956) 565-2638.

Spaghetti Dinner, 05:00 PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $6.00 pp. BYOTS. (956) 475-5018.

Hamburger Night, 06:00 PM, Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W 83 Expressway, A Wilder Corporation Park RV RESORT

UPCOMING 2019 - 2020 EVENTS

2019 - 2020 UPCOMING EVENTS

DANCE

7:00pm - 10:00pm • Doors Open at 6:00pm Dec 20 Sweetwater Dec 31 New Year’ Eve Dance w/DJ

••••• DANCE •••••

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

Dec 13 Diego Dec 20 Helen Russell & Company Jan 10 Southbound Jan 17 Diego Jan 24 Regan James Jan 31 Dixon Company Band Feb 07 Sweetwater Feb 14 Bill Chrastil Feb 21 Dixon Company Band

$7.00 $7.00 $7.00 $7.00 $7.00 $6.00 $6.00 $8.00 $6.00

••••• ENTERTAINMENT •••••

7:00PM - 9:00PM Doors Open at 6:30PM Dec 18 Rusty Rierson Christmas Show $8.00

Jan 07 Freddie & Sheila $7.00 Jan 14 Roger Wayne $7.00 Jan 21 Dale & Gayle $7.00 Jan 28 The Kody Norris Band $8.00 Feb 04 Helen Russell & Company $7.00 Feb 11 Kelli Marie $7.00 Feb 18 “Shake Rattle & Roll” Pass the Hat

HH 3-5

Please No Bills Larger than $20

••••• ENTERTAINMENT •••••

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

Dec 20 Dec 30

Jan 2

Tom Wurth Christmas Show $9.00 Pat Davison’s $8.00 Comedy Magic Variety Show!

Bobby Hitt 7:00PM - 8:30PM $8.00

••• NEW YEAR’S EVE ••• with The Texas Ramblers

December 31, 2019 • 8:30PM - 12:30AM • $10

••••• TIKI HUT JAM •••••

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM • Open Mic 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Every Wednesday through March 25th Food available • Hall 1

••••• COUNTRY JAM •••••

1:00PM - 3:00PM • Concession Available Thursdays • Dec 5, 2019 - Feb 27, 2020

••••• GOSPEL JAM ••••• 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sundays • Dec 8, 2019 - Feb 23, 2020

•• ARTS & CRAFT SALE •• 8:00AM - 12:00PM

January 21, 2020 • February 18, 2020

Randy & Nancy Zuleger, Activity Directors

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

Doors Open at 7pm

Jan 10 The Agency Jan 17 Lynn Dvorak

ENTERTAINMENT / SHOW

7:00pm - 9:00pm • Doors Open at 6:00pm Dec 15 The H.O.P.E. Tour Free Admission

Remembering D-Day • Sunday 3pm Jan 15 Kelli Marie Jan 22 Piano Man

UPCOMING CRAFT SALE 8:00am - 12:00pm January 4, 2020 February 1, 2020 • March 7, 2020

COUNTRY JAM

Every Wednesday • 1:30pm

OPEN JAM

Every Saturday • 1:00pm

LINE DANCING

Monday and Friday • 1:00pm

SQUARE DANCING

Every Monday starting Jan 6 • 9:30am

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

CRAFT SHOW December 21 8:00 AM • FREE

Coffee & Donuts Available • Lunch served 11:00 AM

DANCE

Every Wednesday 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Steve May & The Southern Knights $6.00 • BYOB

Concession Available: Popcorn, Pop, Candy, Ice & Chips Hot dogs $2 from 5pm - 7pm

HAPPY HOUR

Fridays w/ Steven May Dec 6, 2019 - March 30, 2020 4:00 - 5:30p • Donations

JAMS

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM December 15, 2019 - March 19, 2020

ENTERTAINMENT

Razz Ma Tazz Dec 14 • 7:00 PM • Pass the Hat Winter Texan Orchestra Dec 22 • 7:00 PM • Pass the Hat New Year’s Eve Dance w/Steven May & The Southern Knights Dec 31 • 8:00 PM - Midnight • $15 pp Tickets already on sale!

No tickets sold at the door. Reserved Seats.

BYOB Setups Available. FUN! FOOD! Sandwiches & Finger Food Serving 7:00 pm

956-787-6461

101 E. Sioux Road Pharr, Texas 78577 tipotexasactivities@rvresorts.com

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DANCE ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS Mission. $6.00 pp. (956) 580-8454.

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

Ralph Kuster, 06:30 PM, Bit-OHeaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus Hwy 83, Donna. $7.00 pp.

(603) 396-2786.

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

(956) 600-7700.

Potluck Dinner, 06:30 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 3500 Jordan Rd, McAllen. (956) 686-3902.

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.

The Sundrops, 07:00 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $9.00/$11.00 door pp.

(956) 423-5484.

Tom Wurth Christmas Show, 07:00 PM, Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (204) 918-0186.

Austin Street Bar Karaoke, 09:00 PM, Austin Street Bar, 2406 N 6th St,

FRIDAY DANCE • 7PM • $6

Dec 13

Dec 20 Dec 27 Jan 3

Regan James

(Crazy Christmas Attire Contest)

South Texas Ramblers Steven May & Southern Knights Steven May & Southern Knights

ENTERTAINMENT • 7:00PM

Dec 13 Dec 17

Dec 27 Jan 5

unless stated otherwise

unless stated otherwise

Winter Texan Orchestra Pass the Hat Lindley Creek Christmas Show $10 Adv / $11 Door • Call for Tickets

Tiny Hill Orchestra 3:00pm FREE Rusty Rierson 3:00pm $8 Adv/$9Door

UPCOMING JAMS

Dulcimer Jam (Starting on Jan. 2, 2020)

Every Thursday • 1:00PM to 3:00PM

McAllen. (512) 809-8050.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019 Biscuits & Gravy, 07:30 AM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308.

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

(956) 761-1986.

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

Nikki Rowe Christmas Concert, 09:00 AM, McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. Donations.

(945) 566-2566.

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.

Donations. (956) 585-5704.

A2 Workshop, 10:00 AM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-6461.

Dance Lessons w/Bob, 10:00 AM, Mission West Resort, 3805 W Hwy 83, Mission. $7.50 pp. (650) 793-5368.

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

Burgers & More, 11:00 AM, Bentsen

New Year’s Eve DINNER & DANCE December 31 • $17

(Doors open 6:00pm • Dinner 6:30pm) Roast Pork, Smashed Red Potatoes, Veggies, Apple Slaw, & Dessert

DANCE ONLY $8

(Doors open 8pm • Dance at 8:15pm)

DOOR PRIZE DRAWINGS COME ENJOY THE

BARBED WIRE BAND

THERE’LL BE A TAKEOUT BREAKFAST TREAT AS WELL

WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS

Country Gospel Jam (Starting on Jan. 6, 2019) Every Monday • 1:00PM to 3:00PM

956-782-7886 WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS

JAM SESSIONS

956-782-7886 501 W. Owassa Rd.• Pharr, TX 78577

SALES

2019 - 2020 UPCOMING EVENTS

••••• Tropic Star Dances ••••• 2019 - 2020 SEASON EVENTS

UPCOMING DANCE 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Doors open to Public 5:30 PM Concessions and Set Ups Available • BYOB Attendance Limited to 400

Dec 14 Sweet Water...........................$6 Dec 21 Steven May............................$6 Dec 28 Sweet Water...........................$6 Dec 31 Diego 8 PM-12 AM**.............. $15

7:00 - 10:00PM • Doors Open 6:15PM Reserved Seating Sold • Concessions Available

Dec 27 The Cruisers Dec 31 Roger Kenaston Band

(New Years Eve) Jan 10 Diego & Edith Jan 17 Rewind

$10.00 $14.00 $7.00 $8.00

••••• Tropic Star Shows •••••

**Advance Ticket Sales required for New Year’s Eve

7PM - 10PM • Doors Open 6:15PM Dec 20 Ralph Kuster $8.00 Jan 7 Rusty Rierson $8.00 Jan 14 Naomi Bristow $8.00 Jan 21 Piano Man $8.00

Starts at 7:00 PM unless otherwise noted

Starting in 2020 on January 7

ENTERTAINMENT

Doors open at 5:30 PM Concessions available (except Razz Ma Tazz)

Dec 15 Ralph Kuster..........................$8 Dec 17 Razz Ma Tazz........................$7 Jan 5 Eric Kearns............................$8

•• Rock & Roll Jams •• with RK Welander

Tuesdays 12:00 - 2:00PM • Dining Room Lunch Served 11:00AM - 1:00PM Ice Cream, Popcorn, & Soda Available

January 7,14,21,28 February 4,11,18,25 March 3,10,17,24,31

••••• Craft Shows •••••

8:00 AM -12:00 NOON

First Friday of Month • 7:30AM - Noon

January 25, 2020 • February 22, 2020

January 3, 2020 February 7, 2020 • March 6, 2020

Stephanie & Jason Skelly, Activity Directors

CALL NOW FOR TICKETS

MEALS

Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dance Lesson w/Bob, 03:00 PM, Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Citrus Valley RV Park, 1700 Lime St, Lunch & Jam Session, 11:30 AM, Siesta Edinburg. $5.00 pp. (650) 793-5368.

Retirement Village, 2712 S International Happy Hour w/Dixon Company Band, Blvd, Weslaco. (937) 241-8297.

03:00 PM, 7th Street Sports Bar Jam Luncheon, 11:30 AM, Mission & Grill, 702 E Acacia Ave, Alamo.

Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus Hwy 83, (956) 226-3433.

Mission. $5.00 pp. (402) 630-0492. Mouse Practice, 03:00 PM, Jammin’ w/Paul, 12:30 PM, Bentsen McAllen Public Library, 4001 N Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm 23rd St, McAllen. Free admission.

Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

(956) 681-3000.

Rock & Roll Jam w/Howard O., 12:30 PM, CAN / AM Dance, 03:30 PM, Sunshine Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Acres Rd, Pharr. (956) 223-9359.

Harlingen. (956) 425-7448.

C1 Workshop, 01:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, Double Decker, 04:00 PM, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. (956) 787-6461. American Legion Post 439, 219 E Thirsty Thursdays @ Clayton’s w/Ruthi, Commercial Ave, La Feria. Pass the 01:00 PM, Clayton’s Beach Bar & hat. (956) 797-3701.

Grill, 6900 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free Jam Meal, 04:00 PM, Restful Valley admission. (405) 326-3829.

Ranch, 7130 W Exp 83, Mission.

Country Western & Gospel Jam, 01:00 (319) 296-5410.

PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Domestic Beer Night, 04:00 PM, Simon Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Free admission. Sez Home of Rock-N-Roll, 2007 Orchid (402) 630-0492.

Ave, McAllen. (956) 618-4178.

Country Jam, 01:00 PM, Bluebonnet Eldorado Acres Dinner, 04:00 PM, RV Resort, 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Eldorado Acres RV Park, 610 N FM Dr, Mission. (956) 585-7630.

492. Menu varies. (956) 581-6718.

Three Piece Placemat Set Class, 01:00 Pancake Supper (Lemon Tree RV Inn), PM, A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706 04:30 PM, Patriot Pointe, 1740 E. N 10th St, McAllen. $30.00 pp for 2 Bus Hwy 83, Mission. Prices vary, days. (956) 638-1961.

BYOTS. (605) 949-1050.

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Lunch starting at 11:30am

Jan 4 Craft Show 8am - Noon Jan 30 Health Fair 9am - Noon

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•••

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956-685-5300 800 TX-495 • Alamo, TX 78516 Main Office : 956-787-7717

www.rvresorts.com/trophy-gardens.html

Breakfast and Lunch Available

Great Food and Delicious Pie!

Ron & Cheryl Schimmel, Activity Directors

956-787-5957

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LIVE MUSIC! Fridays • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Leslie Blasing

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Saturdays • 3:00pm - 6:00pm J Micheal Laferty

Leslie Blasing Friday & Sunday 5:00pm

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SALES

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 19 Soup Supper, 04:30 PM, Bit-OHeaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus 83. Donna. $4.00 pp.

BYOTS. (603) 396-2786.

All You Can Eat Fish Fry, 04:30 PM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $9.25 pp. (956) 565-2638.

Open Grill, 05:00 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 3500 Jordan Ave, McAllen. (956) 686-3902.

Invitation Jam Session, 05:30 PM, Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission. (956) 483-9210.

Illumina Fest Concert in the Park, 06:00 PM, Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr, McAllen. Tish Hinojosa.

(956) 681-3370.

Music Jam, 06:00 PM, Palm Gardens RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 440-8878.

Eldorado Acres Jam, 06:00 PM, Eldorado Acres, 610 N FM 492, Palmview. Free admission. (956) 581-6718.

Big Band Jam, 06:30 PM, La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Drive, Alamo.

(254) 449-4568.

Karaoke, 06:30 PM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr.

(319) 232-3625.

Curt James, 07:00 PM, Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495,

Alamo.$7.00 pp. (956) 455-4195.

Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 585-4833.

Dance w/Diego, 07:00 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Bus 83, Alamo. $6.00 pp. (956) 787-7571.

Dance w/Greyrock Band, 07:00 PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. (956) 475-5018.

Dance w/Poison Ivey, 07:00 PM, Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. $8.00 pp.

(956) 580-7654.

Dance w/Sweetwater Band, 07:00 PM, Pine to Palm Resort, 802 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (204) 918-0186.

High Country Band, 07:00 PM, Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. $7.00 pp.

(956) 585-5807.

Lindley Creek Christmas Show, 07:00 PM, Casa Del Sol, 400 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $10.00 pp. (956) 464-9024.

The Sundrops, 07:00 PM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd, West.

Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 310-2448 or (956) 279-4213.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame, 07:00 PM, Robert Vela High

School, (956) 289-2650.

Disney FROZEN, Jr., 07:30 PM, 500 E Nolana Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp.

(956) 655-9632.

A Tejano Christmas Carol, 07:30 PM, Pharr Event Center, 3000 N Cage Blvd, Pharr. $8.00 gen ad, $5.00 students, Vets, Seniors. (956) 2390412 or (956) 655-9308.

Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. (956) 423-5484.

Nuevo Progreso Welcome Back Winter Texans, 09:00 AM, , Progreso Mexico, Main Street. Free admission.

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

Co-Ed Golf Scramble, 10:00 AM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2019 374, Palmview. (956) 585-0624.

Biscuits & Gravy, 07:30 AM, Fiesta History Tours, 10:00 AM, Quinta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission. Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr, McAllen.

(956) 681-3370.

(956) 585-9264.

Craft Fair, 08:00 AM, Bit-O-Heaven Soup & Salad Bar, 11:00 AM, Bentsen RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Hwy 83, Donna. (603) 396-2786.

Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Palm Shadows Oleander Acres Butterfly Cafe, 11:00 RV Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, AM, Oleander Acres RV Resort, 2421 S Conway Ave, Mission. $5.00 Donna. (515) 238-5859.

Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Bentsen Palm pp. (503) 593-1457.

RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Garza Produce Truck, 11:00 AM, Pleasant Valley Resort, 7320 W Exp Mission. (956) 585-5807.

Yard Sale, 08:00 AM, Monte Cristo 83, Mission. (956) 580-8454.

Community RV Park, 3730 Dantes Country Jam, 01:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen.

Dr. off Kenyan Rd, Edinburg.

Feeder Fridays, 08:30 AM, Quinta Free admission. (956) 566-2775.

Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr, McAllen. Music Jam, 01:00 PM, Split Rail RV Park, 513 N Los Ebanos Rd, Mission.

(956) 681-3370.

Ultra Beginner Line Dance, 09:00 AM, Contact John (260) 615-0003.

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DANCE

Join us for breakfast!

Thursday, December 12 Rudy’s Country Store & BBQ

209 W. Nolana Loop Pharr, TX 78577 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Lindley Creek Christmas Show December 13 • 7:00 PM • $10.00 Diego December 17 • 7:00 PM • $7.00 Come Dance to some old Rock n’ Roll featuring Rewind December 19 • 7:00 PM • $8.00 New Year’s Eve featuring Pelican West December 31 • 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tickets $20.00 • Doors open 7:00 PM Snacks, Photo Booth

Come bring in the New Year with us!

SPECIAL CONCERTS

DANCE

Every Saturday at 7:00pm November 2 - Mar 28

Texas Wheels | $7

Join Us for Burgers & Fries • 5:30pm | $6 Line Dance Class • 6:00pm

ENTERTAINMENT

All Shows 7:00pm unless otherwise noted Dec. 12 | Curt James | $7 Dec. 19 | Lindley Creek Christmas Show | $10 Jan. 2 | Ralph Kuster | Adv $8/Door $10 Jan. 9 | Goldwing Express | $10

Join for these wonderful concerts in the ballroom.

Jan. 12 | Men of A-Chord Barbershop Chorus | 2pm | $7

Uptown January 26, 2020 Glen Campbell Story February 9, 2020 60’s Mania February 16, 2020

NEW YEARS DANCE PARTY

All Concerts Start at 7:00pm • Tickets are on sale Mon - Fri Advance Tickets Available $13/$14

BYOB (buy your own breakfast)

Concessions Open • ALL ARE WELCOME!

••• Call (956) 687-5115 or visit

All Welcome • Questions call 956-782-3263

welcomehomergv.com/singles

COME JOIN THE UPCOMING FUN!

Set-ups • Free Popcorn and Ice • BYOB

956-782-3263

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

Jan. 16 | The Kody Norris Show | $9 Jan. 19 | Lynn Nelson | 2pm | $5

Dec. 31 • 8:00pm - Midnight Texas Wheels | $20

CRAFT SALE

8:00am - 12:00pm Jan. 9 | Feb. 13 | Mar. 12 Vendors Welcome

600 St. Hwy 495 • Alamo, TX 78516

956-783-4587 George & Linda Craig Activity Directors

Find Us on

: Winter Ranch Activities

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MEALS

SALES

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21 Variety Jam, 01:00 PM, Bentsen Palm RV Park, 3501 N Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission. (956) 585-5807.

Bluegrass Country Acoustic Jam, 01:00 PM, Trails End MH & RV Park, 2001 S Texas Blvd, Weslaco.

(956) 968-5051.

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

(319) 296-5410.

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

(815) 262-1590.

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

(956) 455-4195.

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

(956) 565-2638.

Happy Hour w/Steven May, 04:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E. Sioux Rd, Pharr.

Donations. (956) 787-6461.

Friday Night Fish Fry, 04:00 PM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen. $10.00 adv.

(956) 425-7448.

Jam Session, 05:00 PM, Hidden Valley

Ranch, 7600 Long Dr, Mission. (316) 655-3272 or (316) 350-4469.

Fish Fry, 05:00 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 500 Jordan Ave, McAllen. (956) 686-3902.

Karaoke and Supper, 05:30 PM, Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Rd, Mission. Menu varies. (417) 588-1588.

Ralph Kuster Christmas Show, 06:30 PM, Winter Green Estates, 500 N Bryan Rd, Mission. $6.00 pp. (989) 708-0921.

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

(956) 787-6461.

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/Diego, 07:00 PM, Alamo Rose RV Resort, 938 S Alamo Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-2600.

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

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

Dance w/The Agency, 07:00 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Donna. $10.00 pp. (603) 396-2786.

Curt James, 07:00 PM, Weslaco Elks Lodge, 201 S Border, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 455-4195.

Dale & Gayle Eisenhauer, 07:00 PM, Acacia RV & MH Park, 89 E Bus 83, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 464-4080.

Dixon Company Band, 07:00 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 3500 Jordan Ave, McAllen. (956) 686-3902.

Lindley Creek Christmas Show, 07:00 PM, Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $10.00 pp.

(956) 782-3263.

The Sundrops, 07:00 PM, Wagon City North, 2905 N Conway Ave, Mission. $7.00 pp. (763) 248-5410.

Tom Wurth, 07:00 PM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen. $9.00 pp. (815) 228-6221.

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

The Hunchback of Notre Dame, 07:00 PM, Robert Vela High School, (956) 289-2650 Beauty and the Beast, 07:00 PM,

Sharyland Pioneer High School, 10001 N Shary Rd, Mission. $10 gen admin, $5 Students/Seniors.

(956) 580-5300.

Itheatre Presents: Playing Doctor, 07:00 PM, Itheatre at the Tower, 120 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco. $10.00/$15.00. (956) 261-5656.

Disney FROZEN, Jr., 07:30 PM, 500 E Nolana Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp.

(956) 655-9632.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2019 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.

Saturday Morning Breakfast, 07:00 AM, Chimney Park RV Resort, 4224 S Conway, Mission. $4.00 pp. Menu varies. (956) 585-5061.

Parkwide Garage Sale, 07:00 AM, Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. Free admission.

(956) 968-3140.

Yard Sale, 07:00 AM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308.

Bit-O-Heaven RV and Mobile Home Resort

1051 W. Bus Hwy 83 Donna, TX 78537

**** FRIDAY DANCES **** listed ALL DANCES 7:00PM-10:00PM unless otherwise Singles are Welcome

Dec 13 The Howlers..............................$8.00 Dec 20 Diego........................................$7.00 Dec 27 Route 66 Band.........................$8.00 Dec 31* Gatos Locos............................$15.00 *New Year’s Eve Dance 8:30PM-12:30AM (w/late lunch) Jan 3 Pelican West...........................$10.00 Jan 10 Regan James Hired Hand...........$7.00 Jan 17 The Fabulous Cruisers..............$10.00 Jan 25 The Agency (Saturday Night).......$10.00 Jan 28 Line Dancing.............................$3.00 Jan 31 Rewind...................................$10.00 Feb 7 The Castaways...........................$7.00 Feb 14 Valentine Dinner & Dance........$20.00

**** ENTERTAINMENT **** ALL ENTERTAINMENT 7:00PM Pay at the Door (unless otherwise noted) Dec 17 Jan 2 Jan 8 Jan 9 Jan 11 Jan 15 Jan 18 Jan 22 Jan 29 Feb 4 Feb 5 Feb 8

Tom Wurth Christmas Show........ $9.00 Eric Kearns Show...................... $9.00 Kody Norris Show...................... $9.00 The Punches Family Show......... $7.00 Karaoke w/Paul (7:00-9:30PM)........Donations Goldwing Express Show........... $10.00 Baker Family Show.................... $8.00 Williamson Family Show............ $8.00 Mollie B Show........... $13 Adv / $15 Door Rusty Rierson Show................... $8.00 Bill Chrastil Show...................... $8.00 Jason Coleman Show.... $8 Adv / $10 Door

1645 S. Bentsen Palm Drive Palmview, TX 78572

956-585-0703

Peggy Creach • Kathy Tyler Activity Directors

www.bit-o-heaven.net EVERY TUESDAY : HAPPY HOUR

3:30pm - 5:00pm BYOB/Snacks • Popcorn/Soda for sale • Free Ice 1st Tues • Diego 2nd Tues • Curt James 3rd Tues • Regan James 4th Tues • Tim Dirth / Hitman

EVERY WEDNESDAY ENTERTAINMENT • 6:30PM

Popcorn/Soda/Ice Cream Bars for sale

Dec. 11 • Ralph Kuster • $7.00 Dec. 18 • Tom Wurth Christmas Show • $9.00 Jan. 1 • Sundrops Family Band • $8.00 Jan. 8 • Rusty Rierson • $8.00

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

EVERY FRIDAY : DANCE

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

Dec. 13 • The Agency • $10.00 Dec. 20 • Dixon Company Band • $6 Dec. 27 • The Rovers • $8

NEW YEAR'S EVE DANCE

with George and the Texas Outlaws Tuesday, December 31 • $15.00

Reserved tables available Hats, Horns, Refreshments, Door prizes

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

11:00 AM - 1:00PM • FREE

CRAFT FAIR

Second Friday Every Month (Nov - Mar) 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Breakfast for sale

PATIO SALES

Second Saturday Every Month (Nov - Mar) 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Pick up map in North Hall

SUNDAY KARAOKE

5:00 PM • BYOB/Snacks

Susan Thomas, A C T I V I T Y

DIRECTOR

603-396-2786 / fulltimers@earthlink.net

Mobile Home/ RV Resort

JOIN THE FUN!

NEXT DANCE

UPCOMING SEASON EVENTS

POISON IVEY

Dec 12 7PM Lindley Creek Christmas Show $10 Dec 22 7PM Rusty Rierson Christmas Show $8

Thursday, December 12 7:00 PM • $8.00

www.casadelsol.us

DECEMBER 2019

NEW YEAR’S EVE

w/Swing Street Big Band December 31 • 8PM • $20

HAPPY HOUR

Thursdays • 6:00PM – 7:30PM BYOB • Snack Bar Available Jan. 9 DIEGO & EDITH...............Donations Jan. 23 CHRIS DRYDEN................Donations

DANCE

7:00pm • BYOB • Snack Bar Available Dec. 31 THE ESQUIERS...................... $12.00 Jan. 25 HELEN RUSSELL & Co............ $8.00 Feb. 1 JEALOUS HEART BAND....... $10.00 Feb. 14 RENAISSANCE ROCKERS.... $10.00 Mar. 7 RUSTY RIERSON..................... $8.00 Mar. 14 GREYROCK............................. $8.00

ENTERTAINMENT

7:00pm • BYOB • Snack Bar Available Dec. 21 KAI........................................... $8.00 Jan. 11 PUNCHES................................ $8.00 Jan 18 TOM WURTH......................... $10.00 Feb. 8 ROGER WAYNE-ILLUSIONIST... $7.00 Feb. 22 J & THE SOUND...................... $8.00 Feb. 29 DAVE AND DAPHNE............ $10.00

4770 N. Mayberry Road Mission, TX 78573

877-550-7961

Terry Miller • Activity Director

Jan 5 Jan 12 Jan 16 Jan 23 Jan 26 Jan 30

7PM 6PM 7PM 7PM 3PM 7PM

JANUARY 2020

The Baker Family Goldwing Express Dance w/Hot Rodz The Kody Norris Show Winter Texan Orchestra Sarah Smith Trio

FEBRUARY 2020

Feb 3 8AM Craft Show Feb 3 7PM Shake, Rattle & Roll

$7 $9 $8 $8 $5 $7 $8

FAITH, FAMILY, AND FREEDOM featuring Lindley Creek & The Baker Family

February 8 • 2PM & 7PM $15.00 adv / $18.00 door

OLDIES ROCK N' COUNTRY JAM Fridays • 1:00 - 3:00 PM December 6 - March 13

Lunch available 11:30AM -12:30PM Concessions available 1PM - 3PM

956-464-9024

400 N Val Verde Rd • Donna, TX Craig and Karyl Ruhde, Activity Directors

Celebrating South Texas!

www.welcomehomergv.com

DANCE ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS Saturday Morning Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. Menu varies. (204) 937-2448.

Pancake Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd, Mission. $5.00 pp. (707) 704-7222.

Biscuits & Gravy OR Pancake Breakfast, 07:30 AM, El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $4.00 pp.

(956) 585-5704.

Big Breakfast Buffett, 07:30 AM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $7.00 pp. (319) 750-2308.

McAllen Elks #1402 Market Days, 08:00 AM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 3500 Jordan Rd, McAllen.

Free admission, vendors welcomed.

(956) 686-3902.

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

Yard Sale, 08:00 AM, Monte Cristo Community RV Park, 3730 Dantes Dr. off Kenyan Rd, Edinburg.

All Park Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. (956) 565-2638.

Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr,

Palmview. (956) 585-0703.

Craft Show, 08:00 AM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito.

Free. (956) 399-5800.

Park Wide Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, San Juan Gardens, 900 E Bus Hwy 83, San Juan. (956) 781-1082.

Park Wide Sale, 08:00 AM, Seldom Rest Ranch RV Park, 3000 N. Bentsen Palm Dr, Mission.

Patio Sale, 08:00 AM, Sunshine RV Resort, 1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen.

(956) 425-7448.

Yard & Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Val Verde RV Park & Apts., 1400 W Bus 83, Donna. (515) 587-2227.

Yard Wide Park Sale, 08:00 AM, Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N Abram Rd, Mission. (660) 464-0118.

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.

Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild, 09:00 AM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 W Hwy 495, Alamo. Free members, $10.00 Non. (936) 329-1755.

St. George Orthodox Church

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MEALS

International Festival, 09:00 AM, St. George Orthodox Church, 704 W Sam Houston Blvd, Pharr. Free admission.

(956) 781-6117.

HillTop Gardens Community Day, 09:00 AM, Hilltop Gardens, 100 Lee Lane, Lyford, (956) 262-2176 ext 136 Buckin Good Time Market, 09:00 AM, Los Fresnos Rodeo Grounds, 500 E. Ocean Blvd, Los Fresnos.

(651) 829-0361.

Gingerbread House Workshop, 10:30 AM, International Museum of Art and Science, 1900 W Nolana Ave, McAllen. $5.00 pp. (956) 681-2800.

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

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

(956) 584-1561.

MHM Lecture Series, 11:00 AM, Mission Historical Museum, 900 Doherty Ave, Mission. Free admission.

(956) 580-8646.

Open Jam, 11:00 AM, Bit-OHeaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus 83, Donna. Free admission. (603) 396-2786.

SALES

Ruthi’s Rock-n-Country, 11:00 AM, Don-Wes Flea Market, 208 N Victoria Rd, Donna. Free admission.

(956) 761-5900.

Wreaths Across America, 11:00 AM, Pendleton Park, 1425 Morgan Blvd, Harlingen. Free admission. For information call (956) 245-1276.

Christmas Bazaar, 12:00 PM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 Harrison Ave, Harlingen. Free admission. (815) 228-6221.

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

Rock & Roll Big Band Jam, 01:00 PM, McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N McColl Rd, McAllen. (956) 874-5041.

Country Western Jam, 01:00 PM, La Hacienda Estates, 1018 El Paseo Drive, Alamo. (254) 449-4568.

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

(956) 783-4587.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame, 02:00 PM, Robert Vela High School, 801 E Canton Rd, Edinburg. $10.00 General, $6.00 Student, $5.00 Senior. (956) 289-2650.

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MUSIC &

DANCING

OPEN HOUSE

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

PATIO SALE

December 14 • 8am - 12pm

LINE DANCING W/KEITH

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

Mondays & Wednesday • 10am (Beginners/Improvers) Tuesdays • 10am (High Beginner)

1:30pm - 4pm • Located in the Rec Hall

SQUARE DANCE

Jan 5 | Kody Norris Band | 7pm | $9 Jan 8 | The Baker Family | 7pm | $9 Jan 16 | Kelli Marie | 7pm | $7 Jan 19 | Helen Russell & Co | 7pm | $7 Jan 26 | Sr Ambassadors | 7pm | $6

Instructor Donations accepted • Open to public

Every Friday • 10am - 12pm

December 13 • $10/couple

DANCE

Dec 11 | Sweetwater | 7pm | $7 Dec 18 | Sweetwater | 7pm | $7

ROCK & ROLL JAM December 17 5:30 - 6:30pm • Dinner 7pm - 9pm • Jam

COUNTRY JAM

Dec 21 • 7pm - 9pm • No Dinner

Cake & coffee available during intermission

ENTERTAINMENT

CRAFT SHOW

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC January 7, 2020 February 4, 2020 March 3, 2020

8am - 12pm • Located in the Rec Hall

OPEN HOUSE

Every Wednesday & Friday • 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

Wednesday, December 11, 2019 Siesta Village, Weslaco • 3pm-4:30pm

Thursday, December 12, 2019

DANCE

Winter Ranch, Alamo • 7pm-9pm • $7

December 14 | Southbound | $7 December 21 | Diego | $7 December 31 | Ron Moshier | $10

Friday, December 13, 2019

7:00pm - 10:00pm

CRAFT SALE

December 19 • 8:00am-12:00pm

NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH SERVICE Sundays • 9:00am • Rec Hall

Friday, December 13, 2019

Snow To Sun, Weslaco • 3pm-4:30pm Weslaco Elks Lodge • 7pm-9pm

Sunday, December 15, 2019

Citrus Valley RV, Mission • 6:30pm-8pm • $6

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Paradise South, Mercedes • 3pm-4:30pm

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Country Sunshine, Weslaco • 3pm-4:30pm

Friday, December 20, 2019

Snow To Sun, Weslaco • 3pm-4:30pm

Friday, December 20, 2019

Bentsen Palm Village Show & Dance • 7pm-9pm

Saturday, December 21, 2019

Sunset Palms, Brownsville • 7pm-9pm 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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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 Recycled Ornament Craft, 02:00 PM, Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center, 714 Raul Longoria Rd, Edinburg. $2 members, $4 nonmembers (956) 381-9922.

Itheatre Presents: Playing Doctor, 03:00 PM, Itheatre at the Tower, 120 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco. $10.00/$15.00. (956) 261-5656.

Country Music Jam, 06:00 PM, Val Verde RV Park & Apts., 1400 W Bus 83, Donna. Free admission.

(515) 587-2227.

Open Jam Saturdays!, 06:00 PM, AmeriCana RV Resort, 1840 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. Pass the hat. (715) 651-0972.

Port Isabel Annual Tree Lighting & Parade, 06:00 PM, Beulah Lee Park, PI. (956) 943-2682.

Dance w/Sweetwater Band, 07:00 PM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $6.00 pp.

(956) 787-7717.

Dance w/Texas Wheels, 07:00 PM, Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 State Hwy 495, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 783-4587.

Dance w/Burning Ember, 07:00 PM, Paradise Resort Estates, 301 E Hall Acres Rd, Pharr. $8.00 pp.

(956) 782-2414.

Dance w/Diego & Edith, 07:00 PM, Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 E Bogey Dr, Mission. $7.00 pp. (956) 529-1878.

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

Dance w/Rick McEwen, 07:00 PM, Eastgate MH & RV Park, 2801 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen. $7.50 pp.

(815) 228-6221.

Dance w/Ron E Band, 07:00 PM, Tropical Valley Acres, 1240 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $5.00 pp. (956) 583-5582.

Dance w/Smokin’ Gun, 07:00 PM, El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E Bus Hwy 83, Mission. $6.00 pp. (956) 585-5704.

Dance w/Southern Knights, 07:00 PM, Llano Grande Resort, 2215 E West Blvd, Mercedes. $7.00 pp.

(956) 565-2638.

Dance w/The Classics, 07:00 PM, Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W Frontage Rd, Alamo. $7.00 pp.

(956) 787-8221.

Dance w/The Howlers, 07:00 PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. $8.00 pp.

(956) 519-8597.

BJ Brothers, 07:00 PM, Green Gate Grove, 2135 S Bentsen Palm Dr,

Palmview. $8.00 pp. (480) 267-7557.

Lindley Creek Christmas Show, 07:00 PM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $10.00 adv, $12.00 door. (956) 399-5800.

Tom Wurth Christmas Show, 07:00 PM, Winter Haven Village, 1015 W Sam Houston, Pharr. $8.00 pp.

(308) 289-2201.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame, 07:00 PM, Robert Vela High School, (956) 289-2650 Beauty and the Beast, 07:00 PM, Sharyland Pioneer High School, 10001 N Shary Rd, Mission. $10 gen admin, $5 Students/Seniors.

(956) 580-5300.

Itheatre Presents: Playing Doctor, 07:00 PM, Itheatre at the Tower, 120 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco. $10.00/$15.00. (956) 261-5656.

Disney FROZEN, Jr., 07:30 PM, 500 E Nolana Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp.

(956) 655-9632.

Hummer Band, 08:00 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 3500 Jordan Ave, McAllen. (956) 686-3902.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2019 Church Service, 08:10 AM, Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W IH 2, Mission.

(319) 296-5410.

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

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

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, Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W Bus Hwy 83, Donna. (319) 330-7724.

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, Paradise Park RV Resort, 1201 N Exp 77, Harlingen. (956) 425-6881.

Church Service, 09:00 AM, Snow to

Every Monday Burger Night 5:00pm - 6:00pm KARAOKE Every Monday • 1pm-3pm • BYOD COUNTRY JAM Every Thursday • 9am - 11:30am

Every Tuesday (except Dec 24 & Dec 31)

SATURDAY MORNING BREAKFAST 7:30am-9am All you can eat pancakes • $4.00

•Dec. 18 Sundrops 7pm $8.00 •Jan. 15 Rainy 7pm $8.00 •Jan. 29 Mike and Nancee 7pm $8.00 •Feb. 5 Rick McEwen 7pm $8.00 •Feb. 19 Pick Pocket Gene 7pm $8.00 •Mar. 5 Spittin’ Image 7pm $8.00

Please Bring a Toy for the City of Mission Police Dept Toy Drive Collection Date December 19

with a choice of ham or sausage

Biscuits and Gravy • $4.00 Free Coffee SATURDAY NIGHT DANCES 7pm-10pm • $6.00pp

Dec 14 • Smokin' Guns Dec 21 • George & The Texas Outlaws

NEW YEARS EVE DANCE with Route 66 Dec 31 • 8:30pm-12:30am Noise Makers & Light Meal • $15.00pp Tickets Available in Park Office

SQUARE DANCING WITH BRONC WISE Monday • Tuesday • Thursday Pick up a schedule in the park office

RALPH KUSTER CHRISTMAS PROGRAM Dec 18 • 7pm • Doors open at 6pm Tickets $TBA

Lunch 11:30am • Jam 1:00pm

Every Saturday Breakfast 7:30am - 9:00am BYOS

Shows

Dance •Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve 8pm -12am $10.00

w/Greyrock •Jan 24 Sara Smith 7pm -10pm $10.00 •Feb. 14 Valentine Day 7pm -10pm $10.00

w/Night Ryders

Special Dinners •Jan. 17 Fish Dinner 4:30pm-6pm $8.00 •Feb. 21 Ladies Luncheon 12pm TBA •Feb. 28 Fish Dinner 4:30pm-6pm $8.00

Jeanine Landry, Activity Director

(956) 682-8081 www.paradiseparkinc.com

Celebrating South Texas!

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DANCE ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS 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, 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.

Port Isabel Antique & Flea Market, 09:00 AM, Beulah Lee Park, Hwy 100. Port Isabel. (956) 455-6798.

Buckin Good Time Market, 09:00 AM, Los Fresnos Rodeo Grounds, 500 E. Ocean Blvd, Los Fresnos. (651) 829-0361.

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

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

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

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

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

Pharr.

Church Service, 10:00 AM, Canyon Lake RV Resort, 4770 N Mayberry Rd, Mission. (956) 580-7654.

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

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

Disney FROZEN, Jr., 02:00 PM, 500 E Nolana Ave, Pharr. $8.00 pp.

(956) 655-9632.

Gospel Jam, 02:00 PM, Acacia RV & MH Park, 89 E Bus 83, Alamo, (956) 464-4080.

Live Music!, 02:00 PM, Riverside Club, 214 E Chimney Rd, Mission.

Free admission. (956) 581-1033.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame, 02:00 PM, Robert Vela High School, 801 E Canton Rd, Edinburg. $10.00 General, $6.00 Student, $5.00 Senior. (956) 289-2650.

Estero Llano Grande Sunday Tram Tours, 02:00 PM, Estero LLano Grande State Park, 3301 S International Blvd. (FM 1015), Weslaco. (956) 565-3919.

Between Two Worlds Poetry Reading, 02:00 PM, McAllen Public Library,

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4001 N 23rd St, McAlln. Fee admission. (956) 681-3066.

Swing Street Big Band Christmas Show, 03:00 PM, Tropic Winds RV Resort, 1501 N Loop 499, Harlingen. $10.00/$12.00 door pp.

(956) 423-5484.

Winter Texan Orchestra, 03:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. Pass the hat. (956) 782-7886.

Beauty and the Beast, 03:30 PM, Sharyland Pioneer High School, 10001 N Shary Rd, Mission. $10 gen admin, $5 Students/Seniors.

(956) 580-5300.

Lasagna 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.

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.

Christmas Concert, 06:00 PM, First Baptist Church - McAllen, 1200

Lodge #2057

LIVE MUSIC Every Sunday • 2PM - 6PM

December 15................... Riverside Band December 22................... Riverside Band December 29................... Riverside Band More Weekly Music begins mid-December Thursday 1-5 • Friday 1-5 • Saturday 1-5

Debbie & Gordy Wednesday, Feb 12 1-5pm • $10.00pp

Gene Watson

Saturday, Feb 22 7:30pm • $50.00pp

Tickets on Sale Now at Riverside Club (Cash Only)

Canada Day Tues., Mar 3 • Open 11am

LIVE MUSIC 1-5 • Everyone Welcome!

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) Begins in Jan 2020

Tues • Thurs Seniors: $20 Adults: $24

• 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

HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI

Every Wednesday • Public Invited 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM $9.00 a plate (comes with the works)

CHICKEN FRIED STEAK / CHICKEN Every Thursday • Public Invited 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM $10.00 a plate Choice of Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken Breast Served with mashed potatoes, green bean cassrole, and a roll

FISH & FRIES

Every Friday • Public Invited 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM $10.00 a plate

‘FAMOUS’ FRIED CHICKEN DINNER Sunday • Everyone is Welcome Call to Order at 956-968-7114 or Take Outs Available October 2019 to March 2020 January 12 and 26 February 9 and 23 March 8 and 22 Dinners Served • $11.00/plate 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Plates include 3 Pieces of our “famous” fried chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes, cole slaw, and your choice of tea or coffee Homemade pies and cakes are available for a small extra charge

956-968-7115

201 South Border Ave. Weslaco, TX 78596

SALES

Beech Ave, McAllen. Free admission.

(956) 686-7418.

PH II, III, IV RD Dance Party, 06:30 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612 Lindley Creek, 06:30 PM, Pharr South, 1402 S Cage Blvd, Pharr. $8.00 pp. (952) 454-2986.

Jam Session, 06:30 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr.

(956) 787-6461.

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

Michael Martin Murphey Cowboy Christmas, 07:00 PM, Corpus Christi Performing Arts Center, 6300 Ocean Blvd, Corpus Christi. $35.00 pp.

(361) 825-2787.

Ralph Kuster, 07:00 PM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 499, Alamo. $8.00 pp. (956) 685-5300.

Razz Ma Tazz, 07:00 PM, Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St, Mission. $6.00 pp. (314) 681-3388.

The Sundrops, 07:00 PM, Country Sunshine RV Resort, 1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (956) 638-3158.

Itheatre Presents: Playing Doctor, 07:00 PM, Itheatre at the Tower,

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Weslaco Elks ENTERTAINMENT

MEALS

Jeff is a dynamic entertainer that captivates audiences with his vocal ability, singing 50/60/70/80’s rock ‘n roll, and country, plus doing Tom Jones, Elvis & Garth Brooks Impersonation Shows.

Upcoming Shows December 21 • 7:00 pm • Dance Harlingen – Palm Gardens

December 31 • Elvis Show & Dance SPI – Shrimp Haus - Dinner

January 4 • 7:00 pm • Dance Weslaco – Leisure World

January 7 • 7:00 pm • Variety San Benito – Fun-N-Sun

January 12 • 7:00 pm • Variety

Weslaco – Country Sunshine RV

January 17 • 7:00 pm • Dance

Mercedes – Paradise South RV

January 18 • 7:00 pm • Dance Mission – Hidden Valley

January 20 • 7:00 pm • Variety Mission – Aladdin Villas

January 24 • 6:30 pm • Variety Weslaco – 1015 RV Park

January 25 • 7:30 pm • Dance

Brownsville – Palm Resaca RV

For Booking 262-215-1125 www.jeffgordonshows.com

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 25 120 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco. $10.00/$15.00. (956) 261-5656.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2019 Craft Sale, 08:00 AM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Mission.

Free admission. (956) 585-4833.

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

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

Clogging w/Karen Tripp, 01:00 PM, Tip O’ Texas, 101 E Sioux Rd, Pharr. $4.00 pp. (956) 787-6461.

Music Jam, 01:00 PM, Palm Gardens RV & MH Park, 3401 W Bus 83, Harlingen. (956) 440-8878.

Country & Open Jam, 01:00 PM, Wagon City North, 2905 N Conway Ave, Mission. (515) 802-9421.

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

Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Citrus Valley RV Park, 2901 W State Hwy 107, McAllen. (920) 810-3353.

Music Jam, 01:00 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W Hwy 83, Alamo.

(918) 344-6393.

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

PH II-III RD Dance Workshop, 02:00 PM, Alamo Palms RV Resort, 1341 W. Business 83, Alamo. (765) 661-0612 Ruler of The Month Club 5, 02:00 PM, A Block Away Quilt Shop, 2706 N 10th St, McAllen. (956) 638-1961.

Absolutely Country, 03:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. $8.00 pp. (956) 968-3140.

Happy Hour All Day, 04:00 PM, Simon Sez Home of Rock-N-Roll, 2007 Orchid Ave, McAllen. (956) 618-4178.

Monday Night Hamburgers, 04:00 PM, Mission West Resort, 511 E Loop 374, Mission. (956) 585-0624.

Meatloaf Dinner, 04:00 PM, Lamplighter MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (319) 750-2308.

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

Burger Night, 05:00 PM, Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen. (956) 682-8081.

Shrine Club Dinner - Pulled Pork, 05:00 PM, RGV Shrine Club, 13415 Exp 83, La Feria. (956) 532-7534.

Country Jam, 05:30 PM, Lamplighter

MH Subdivision, 2240 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. (319)750-2308.

Music Jam, 05:30 PM, The Grove, Bus 83 & Stewart Rd, San Juan.

(320) 250-2488.

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

Free admission. (956) 585-0624.

Razz Ma Tazz, 07:00 PM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd, West.

Mission. $6.00 pp. (956) 310-2448 or (956) 279-4213.

Regan James, 07:00 PM, Palm Shadows RV Resort, 200 N Val Verde Rd, Donna. $6.00 pp. (607) 427-3082.

Rusty Rierson, 07:00 PM, Mission Bell RV Resort, 1711 E Bus 83, Mission. $8.00 pp. (956) 585-4833.

The Sundrops, 07:00 PM, Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 S International Blvd, Weslaco. $7.00 pp. (425) 501-6773.

Salsa Dance Class, 08:00 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 3500 Jordan Rd, McAllen. $5.00 pp. (956) 686-3902.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2019 Nomad Shrine Club Breakfast, 07:30 AM, Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W Nolana Loop, Pharr. $9.00 pp. (956) 781-1986 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.

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

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

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

Country Jam, 11:00 AM, Leisure World, 400 E 18th St, Weslaco. Free admission. (956) 968-8412.

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

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

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

Old Time Variety Dance w/Marie & the County Gents, 01:00 PM, Fiesta Village, 205 S Stewart Rd, Mission.

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Serving the valley since 1994 Thank you for making us 2019 Readers’ Choice “Best Ophthalmologist”

Celebrating South Texas!

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ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS

$5.00 pp. (956) 585-9264.

Ruthi at Clayton’s Beach Bar & Grill, 01:00 PM, Clayton’s Beach Bar & Grill, 6900 Padre Blvd, SPI. Free admission. (405) 326-3829.

Jam Session, 01:00 PM, Paradise Park Inc. McAllen, 100 E Hackberry Ave, McAllen.

Lunch at 11:30 am. (956) 682-8081.

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

Pass the hat. (503) 593-1457.

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, 03:30 PM, Bit-O-Heaven RV & MH Park, 1051 Hook St, Bus 83, Donna. Pass the hat. (603) 396-2786.

Happy Hour & Free Jukebox, 04:00 PM, Simon Sez Home of Rock-N-Roll, 2007 Orchid Ave, McAllen. (956) 618-4178.

Classic Country Jam & Meal, 04:00 PM, Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St, Mission. Free admission.

(956) 519-8597. Meal served at 4:00 pm for $5.00 pp.

Hamburger Night, 04:00 PM, Aladdin Villas, 1415 Aladdin Villas Blvd,

Mission. $6.00 pp. (309) 657-3550.

Spaghetti Dinner, 05:00 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 3500 Jordan Rd, McAllen. (956) 686-3902.

Karaoke w/Millie & Ray, 06:30 PM, McAllen Elks Lodge #1402, 3500 Jordan Rd, McAllen. (956) 686-3902.

Dance w/Diego & Edith, 07:00 PM, Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N Victoria Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (956) 782-3263.

Leslie Blasing Christmas Show, 07:00 PM, Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito. $6.00-$8.00 pp. (956) 399-5800.

Lindley Creek, 07:00 PM, Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W Owassa Rd, Pharr. $10.00/$11.00. (956) 782-7886.

Patsy Cline Tribute w/Rainy, 07:00 PM, Quiet Village II, 215 S Valley View Rd, Donna. $7.00 pp. (712) 210-9044.

Razz Ma Tazz, 07:00 PM, Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 499, Alamo. $7.00 pp. (956) 685-5300.

The Sundrops Christmas Show, 07:00 PM, Southern Comfort RV Resort, 1501 S Airport Rd, Weslaco. $9.00 pp. (956) 968-3140.

Tom Wurth Christmas Show, 07:00 PM, Bentsen Grove Resort, 1645 S Bentsen Palm Dr, Palmview. $9.00 pp. (956) 585-0703. •

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San Antonio Flow Arts Performance Group to Light up ILLUMINA FEST Special to Welcome Home RGV

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lowbotics of San Antonio will light up the night at Quinta Mazatlan’s premier celebration, Illumina Fest! The two-day art-and-music event is a global celebration of light taking place Friday and Saturday, December 13 and 14, from 7 – 10 p.m. Guests will travel the quarter-mile Luminaria Trail and get a glimpse of how the world celebrates with light across the seven continents, experiencing unique performances, like Flowbotics, along the way.

“We are thrilled to light up the night with McAllen, Texas!” said Flowbotics Founder Whitney Watts.

Flowbotics Hoop Troupe is a Flow Arts Performance group that specializes in daytime, LED and fire hula hooping, as well as other flow props. Flowbotics is dedicated to promoting and advancing the performing, visual, and creative art of flow arts through an ongoing series of local and special events, workshops, and other community outreach programs, inspiring health, wellness, and creativity. While the simple love and joy of a hula hoop originally drew the team together, today, the team consists of five talented flow artists, including Watts, Co-Founder Tori Villarreal, Cassandra Flores, Amber

Guitron, and Michael Morejon.

“We are so excited to have Flowbotics sharing their light at Illumina Fest and invite everyone to come shine their light! You never know how much light you have to give until you share it with others,” said Lisa Ramirez, supervisor at Quinta Mazatlan.

There are two ways for guests to share their light at Illumina Fest: (1) Dress “illuminated” for chances to win prizes, and (2) bring a decorated paper lunch bag (luminaria) to place on the luminaria trail. Compost will be provided to weigh down the paper luminaria bags, along with LED tealights. Children who bring a paper luminaria bag for the trail will receive a glow band as a gift for sharing their light!

Tickets are $5.00 per person, with children 2 years of age and younger free. Tickets may be purchased at Quinta Mazatlan prior to the event or at the gate. Skip the lines and purchase tickets online at Ticketleap. com (search Illumina Fest) with no service fees. For more information on ILLUMINA FEST, call Quinta Mazatlan at 956-681-3370. •

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Announcing Expansion of Lamb’s Loom Boutique Special to Welcome Home RGV

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’all asked, and we answered! The Lamb’s Loom Boutique has added a variety of new gift items over the summer. Our volunteers and other supporters have spent the summer busily making more wonderful gift items. There are more shawls and scarves, of course, plus new kids’ toys, leather and bead work, toddler clothing, baskets, and more…ALL handmade and just lovely! When you purchase a gift from The Lamb’s Loom, you are giving a present with a purpose.

For those new to the area, let us introduce ourselves. We are an ALLvolunteer, nonprofit, prayer-shawl ministry, and we have opened a yarn shop and boutique to help fund the many things we are doing. Our wonderful group of volunteers--we affectionately call them The Shepherds--are eagerly waiting to help you out!

Our concept is simple: We have the yarn and gift shop to help raise funds, people bring in donations of handmade items we disperse to help benefit children and less-privileged people all around the world, and, as a 501 (c) (3), we are able to accept financial donations, too!

We have a chair waiting just for you!

We do hope you’ll come and visit and

hear a few stories of the encouragement these gifts have been to so many around the world and become a PEG! Pray, Encourage, Give. The Lamb’s Loom is not just a yarn shop; it’s a ministry and a mindset.

The Lamb’s Loom is located at 1102 Tamarack in McAllen. We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram, or on our website (thelambsloom.com). #stitchitforward #LambsLoomFun •

Knock Out Your Holiday Shopping List at the Christmas Market at Trenton View Special to Welcome Home RGV

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et your holiday shopping done early at the Christmas Market at Trenton View Shopping Center in McAllen December 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. Some of the vendors that will be there are Paparazzi Jewelry, Keto Coffee, Suca Maria (unique products from Ecuador), Scentsy, Qute Sweets, DoTerra, Prayers for Paraguay, Trendy Threads Boutique, Medi Weightloss, Ragz Revenge, RGV Wood Works, Origami Owl…and there are many more.

There will also be an opportunity for you to take a Selfie with Santa at noon.

There will be a gift-wrapping booth at the Christmas Market, and they use all recycled items to wrap your gifts at a great price! You can shop, eat, take a selfie with Santa, and get your gifts wrapped all in one outing while supporting local businesses. When you support small business, you are supporting a dream.

Trenton View Shopping Center is located at 7001 N. 10th Street, across from HEB on 10th and Trenton.

For more information, please contact Erica De La Garza-Lopez at 956-867-5065. •

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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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What could be exciting about egg salad?

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Well, it’s a long-time favorite sandwich filling, and sometimes you find it stuffed into tomatoes or avocados.

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Spicy Turkish Egg Salad Submitted by Sandy Olson

• 8 large, hard-cooked eggs, cooled and peeled • 2½ teaspoons Turkish Aleppo pepper flakes (NOTE: If you can’t find them in your supermarket or ethnic store, you can substitute regular crushed pepper, but use only 1½ teaspoons because it’s much hotter. After the salad is combined, you can adjust for seasonings, if necessary.)

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 loosely packed cup of coarsely chopped fresh, flat-leaf parsley

Cut each egg in quarters lengthwise. Then cut each piece in half crosswise. Place the eggs in a bowl, add the remaining ingredients. and toss gently to coat the eggs and moisten the parsley with the oil.

Allow to remain at room temperature for 30 minutes to let the flavors bloom.

You can then serve it at room temperature or cover and chill to serve later. Spread onto fresh, pocket-style pitas, which have been split to make two thin circles; then cut in half.

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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Some Like It Hot • • • Mexican Hot Chocolate •••

Submitted by The Junior League of McAllen, Inc.

Serves 4 • 4 ounces Mexican chocolate or 3½ ounces semi-sweet chocolate plus 1 teaspoon cinnamon • 1 teaspoon vanilla, preferably Mexican • 2 eggs

• 4 cups whole milk, scalded • Pinch salt • 4 tablespoons sugar

Break the chocolate into pieces. Place in food processor that uses a metal blade. Pulse several times to break up the pieces; then run the machine continuously until finely chopped. Add the sugar through the feed tube with the motor running. With the motor still running, pour 1 cup of the scalded milk through the feed tube. Add the vanilla, salt, and eggs in the same manner.

Process until you have a good froth. Transfer to the remaining scalded milk in the saucepan, stirring constantly over low heat. Serve immediately. • 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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• 4 nights in México City staying at the Sheraton Maria Isabel right in the heart of Mexico City • Daily breakfast • Round trip air on Aeomar Airline from McAllen International Airport • Transfers to and from the Airport in Mexico City • English speaking guide • Mexico City Tour + Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary + Museum Anthropology + Chapultepec Castle + Temple Mayor + Guadalupe Shrine + Teotihuacan + Palace of Fine Arts • Lunch in Restaurant Teocalli in Teotihuacan • Lodging taxes Rate are non-refundable and space is limited.

Must have passport book to travel by air into Mexico.

This is a very active tour and you must be able to walk long distances.

Call Travel by Welcome Home RGV at (956) 687-5115

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Millionaire’s Shortbread

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

With Thanksgiving behind us, let the holiday baking begin!

I love this recipe because it is rich, fancy and decadent! Even its name says so. The marriage of shortbread with luscious caramel and rich chocolate is, for me, the trifecta of holiday baking ingredients. Even better, these bars make for a lovely baked gift as well and would definitely steal the show at your office cookie exchange this year!

Bon Appétit! • For the Shortbread layer:

• 12 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), at room temperature • ½ cup granulated sugar • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

For the Caramel layer:

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• 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick) • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

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8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

• • • Directions: Make the shortbread layer. Heat oven to 325 degrees. Line a 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides. In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add flour and salt, and beat on low just until the mixture is evenly combined and resembles the texture of coarse sand. pour mixture into prepared pan, and press down firmly into an even layer. Bake until top is dry and light golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Place on a rack to cool.

Make the caramel layer: In a medium saucepan, combine condensed milk, butter, light corn syrup and salt. Cook mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it has thickened and changed from a milky yellow color to the color of butterscotch pudding, 10 to 20 minutes. It should read 220 degrees to 225 degrees on an instant-read thermometer. Adjust the heat as necessary to keep the bottom from scorching. Stir in vanilla extract. Immediately pour the caramel over the baked crust and spread it into an even layer.

Prepare the chocolate: In the microwave (in short intervals) or over a double boiler, melt the chocolate, stirring often. Spread melted chocolate in an even layer over caramel. Chill until chocolate is set, about 30 minutes. To serve, cut the parchmentfree sides away from the pan with a sharp knife, then transfer the shortbread to a cutting board using the parchment overhang. Cut into 32 small bars.

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Bettina Tolin is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Austin Texas. She has cooked in the kitchens of the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island, Florida. She is currently the Executive Chef and owner of Marcello’s Ocean Grille & Spirits overlooking the historic lighthouse in Port Isabel, Texas.

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FIFTH WHEELS Price Reduced RV at Valhalla Forest River Cardinal Model 2004 fifth wheel 32’ RV for sale by ownerwas $9,500 now $8,500. two slides, King bed, new refrigerator, microwave, standard stool, 36 cabinets doors, 10 drawers all oak (936) 219-8858 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

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FOR SALE Lot for Sale at Lamplighter 55+ subdivision, Lot #43, lot size 36W x 55L, septic tank and drain field, electric and water, concrete drive, 10x10 shed $10,000 OBO (956) 379-2028 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Quilting, Misc. Sewing For Sale My wife WAS an avid seamstress and Quilter for over 60 years. I have over 25 book shelfs of new fabrics, Miscellaneous cutting mats, rotary cutters, rulers, you name it she had it, plus KOALA sewing cabinet and

Pneumatic Operational Chair for sale. Please call 956-371-4917 or 956-405-3467 for details for an appointment.

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MOBILE HOMES Great Home, Nice Park Alamo 18x80 3-bedroom, 2-bath 1998 Palm Harbor Mobile Excellent condition, attached garage, covered patio, screened porch, handicap ramp, shop, storage, lawn sprinkler update, 2”blinds, limited furniture, 2 refrig, freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, stove, walk-in shower, patio furniture, $39,900.00, #405-808-2587.

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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 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

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 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

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! $59,000

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PARK MODELS 12x34 Park Model For Sale Alamo Rec Veh. Lot 201. New refrigerator and water heater, washer & dryer, new thermo windows, 2nd roof, 12x34 patio, carport, 10x12 wood storage shed, fully furnished, excellent condition. For more information call 563-249-4580.

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1984 TravCo 12x34 Park Model For Sale, Available at J-5 RVPark, Lot B, Mission. 1-bdrm, 1-bath, refrigerator, range, tv, microwave, W/D, new water heater. Has metal roof, 2 air-conditioners, 12x29 covered carport and 6x8 storage building. $7,500. 479-629-1494 or 479-430-3122.

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WANTED Looking for Mobile to move! Looking for an older mobile to move to Port Isabel. Must be no larger than 16x56 and certified for Zone 2. 2 bedroom, 1.5 baths preferably with a front kitchen. Please call Tom at 956-655-3175.

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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.

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