Calendars

December 18, 2024 - Reunions and Meetings

Details: Published: Wednesday, 18 December 2024 15:30

Reunions are a great time to catch up with friends, old and new. Here we will feature reunions and meetings that are happening throughout the Valley. We hope that if you are having such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word.

If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too.

You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com.

Ed Marten’s Senior Texas Softball League

The Ed Marten’s Senior Texan Softball Leagues are open to all individual men and women aged 55 years and older. Practices and games are played at the City of McAllen West Side Park, on S. Ware Road, across from the Convention Center, at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Practices run now through the end of December. Teams will be selected for the season in January with playoffs in March. Call Fred Esqueda (956) 897-6961 or Mike Brower (734) 834-0128 for more information.

Senior Ambassadors

The Senior Ambassadors meet every Friday afternoon at Bentsen Grove Resort in Mission each Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. There are no tryouts. If someone has sung in another choir and enjoys singing, they can join the Ambassadors. If you enjoy singing and would like to be a part of the Senior Ambassadors Men’s Chorus, either attend a practice session or call the Director, Virgel Kroeker at (612) 859-7787.

RGV Woodcarvers

The RGV Woodcarvers welcomes any new and experienced carvers every Thursday at Kamova Events, 2711 S. 23rd St., McAllen, from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Any questions, call President Pam Horstman (816) 590-6521. For more information, visit their website at www.rgvwoodcarvers.org. Meetings will be held here for the month of November, location subject to change for rest of season.

Al-Anon Meetings

Not Alone AFG-Al-Anon meetings are held at the Frist Presbyterian Church, 709 S. Iowa, in Weslaco every Monday and Friday at 7 p.m. Family, friends, and observers are welcome to attend. For more information, call (314) 775-1089 or email smithbrother50@yahoo.com. If services are needed closer to you, you can visit www.texas-al-anon.org.

Model Rail Roading & Railroaders

Model Rail Roading & Railroaders have started getting together. Anyone interested in joining the group can join them Monday through Friday at the Hidalgo Pumphouse. Call Red at (313) 532-8549 for more information.

Submarine Veterans

The Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 19, (every third Thursday of the month through April) at Junction Café, 115 Cage Blvd., in Pharr. For more information, call Larry at (715) 305-0401.

Fayette County, Iowa

Make plans for the Fayette County, Iowa reunion set for Thursday, January 16. It will be held at Mr. Gatti’s in Weslaco at 11 a.m. Contact Carolyn Beier at (563) 920-3838 if you need more information.

December 18, 2024 - Events Calendar

Details: Published: Wednesday, 18 December 2024 15:27

December 19-22 – PSJA North Early College High School will present Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical. Shows are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sundays. They will be performed at the Gilbert Zepeda Performing Arts Center, 500 E. Nolana Loop, in Pharr.

December 18 – Gelman Stained Glass Museum presents Winter Texan Day with $5 off their regular $20 admission. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It’s a self-guided visit that includes a digital map compatible with smart phones. The museum is located at 411 Virgen de San Juan Blvd., in San Juan. Call (956) 601-0838, or visit www.gelmanmuseum.org, for more information.

December 19 – Join the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System for a series of informative Veteran Townhalls where you’ll learn about the latest regarding VA facilities that serve Veterans. The event will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Harlingen VA Health Care Center, 2601 Veterans Drive.

December 20 – Bentsen-RGV State Park will hold Our Night Sky, which requires reservations, at 7 p.m. Call ahead to confirm program date and time at (956) 584-9156. The park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive, in Mission.

December 20 – McAllen Wind Ensemble presents Noche Magica, at 7:30 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Although the event is free, you must have a ticket to enter. You can obtain a ticket at www.mcallenwindensemble.org.

December 20 – Pharr Community Center present A Tejano Christmas Carol at the DRC Center, 750 W. Dicker Rd., in Pharr, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online for $5 and $8 at www.pharrcommunitytheater.com. If available, tickets will be sold at the door for $8 and $12.

December 20-22 – Pioneer High School Theatre presents the musical Hadestown. Performances will be at 7 p.m. on December 20 and 21, with a matinee performance at 2 p.m. on December 22. Performances will be held at the school’s auditorium, on the North side of the school, 10001 N. Shary Rd. in Mission. Donation amount for seniors is $5. Cash and Zelle accepted. Tickets may be purchased at the door. A light jacket or sweater is recommended.

December 22 – Buena Vida Farmers Market will be held from 2 to 4:30 p.m., every Sunday, at Bannworth Park, 1822 N. Shary Rd., in Mission. Pre-orders can be made online at BuenaVidaFarmersMarket.com. For vendor info, call (512) 554-9713.

December 24 – On Christmas Eve you can celebrate the birth of your Savior at Abiding Lutheran Church at 4 p.m. Children will participate in worship and there will be a candlelight singing of Silent Night. Christmas Day worship will be the next day at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.abidingsaviorwels.com. The church is located on the northeast corner of Westgate Dr. and 6th Street in Weslaco, 599 S. Westgate Dr.

December 29 – Buena Vida Farmers Market will be held from 2 to 4:30 p.m., every Sunday, at Bannworth Park, 1822 N. Shary Rd., in Mission. Pre-orders can be made online at BuenaVidaFarmersMarket.com. For vendor info, call (512) 554-9713.

December 30 – Come From Away shows at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. This stirring and inspiring musical takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of the small town in Newfoundland that opened their homes to 7,000 stranded travelers on 9/11. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Visit experiencemcallen.com/broadway-in-mcallen or call the McAllen Performing Arts Center Box Office at (956) 681-3800.

December 18, 2024 - Parks Calendar

Details: Published: Tuesday, 17 December 2024 12:58

EDITOR’S NOTE: Items for the Parks Calendar must be open to the public activities in the parks only and must be submitted by park owners, managers or activity directors. Listings must come from the park and are to be submitted on the Winter Texan Times Parks Calendar Submission Form. Request this form from the Winter Texan Times office. Multiple activities may be submitted on the park’s letterhead, provided the same information is provided in the format of the Submission Form. We do not accept listings for reviews, workshops, lessons or dance classes. Submission deadline is Thursday 5 p.m., the week prior to the publication date. Send to: Winter Texan Times, 1217 N. Conway Ave., Mission, Texas 78572 or email to parkscal@wintertexantimes.com.

Wednesday, December 18

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30-9am.

Craft Show - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9am-Noon, Main Hall.

Wednesday Burger Fry - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm, Loaded 1/2 lb. burger, egg washed French fries, and ranch style baked beans, $7pp. 956-585-5061. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Musical Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm, Rec Hall. Cafe open for lunch, gate is open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Country Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-3:30pm.

Jam Session - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 1:30-3:30pm, Our free Acoustic Jam Session is open to the public. Come to listen or come to play! Everyone is welcome.

Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Bob Buttermore, pass the hat.

Karaoke - McAllen Mission RV Resort, Mission, 3-6pm, Hall-2. Music: country, old time rock. Chef Joann meals served $. Snacks, ice cream, and drinks available. BYOD. Come and sing, visit, or relax. 956-585-7630. 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Happy Hour - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3pm, Bruce Boudreau. 1501 S. Airport Dr.

Hamburger Steak Dinner - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 5-6pm, Hamburger steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas and dessert, $11pp. Presale tickets only, can be purchased in the office December 2-13, 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.

Meals - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 5:30-7:15pm, Hot dogs, burgers, polish sausages, concessions. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Gospel Sing - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 6pm, Donation. 1501 S. Airport Dr.

Square Dance - MS & Plus with Rounds - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-9pm, Tampico Hall, East & West.

Movie Night - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6:30pm.

Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Christmas Show - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7pm, Curt James, $10pp. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-9pm, Rusty Rierson, $9pp. Must see Christmas Show. Concessions available. 956-464-9024. 400 N. Val Verde Rd.

Thursday, December 19

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

All You Can Eat Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, Pancakes, eggs, sausages, waffles and a hot cup of coffee. Bring your own table service. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St.

Open Pickle Ball - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am-Noon.

Line Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 10am.

Thursday Lunch Burgers - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11:30am-1pm.

Happy Hour - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 3-5pm, Diego & Edith.

Egg Rolls and Fired Rice Dinner - Sun Valley Acres, Harlingen, 4-7pm, 2 eggs rolls and fried rice, $10pp. PamDam Waffles will also be sold $2 each. To get tickets or RSVP call Hector 210-417-2169, Macarina 956-241-5222, or Gerri 651-402-6721. 25850 Maple Dr.

Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $4pp. BYOB, bowls, snacks, to go containers. Dessert for sale. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Free, all parks welcome.

Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8:30pm, Contact Wayne Suter, 567-201-8157. 3401 W. Bus. 83.

Country & Big Band Variety Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, Call Alice at 612-644-1753.

Entertainment - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 7-7:50pm, Holiday Performance by Razz Ma Tazz! This talented group of Nikki Rowe High School students will surely get you in the holiday spirit with their fabulous song and dance performance! Pass the Hat, 4770 N. Mayberry Rd.

Church Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Sweetwater, $8pp. Main Hall.

Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $10pp. 956-585-4833. 1711 E. Bus. Hwy. 83.

Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7pm.

Friday, December 20

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

Craft Show - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 8am, Breakfast 8 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Craft Show 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Lunch 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

RC Dirt Devil Track - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 9:30-11am, 956-797-1851.

Square Dancing - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am.

Country Jam - Casa del Sol, Donna, 10:30am, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch. 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Music. Come for a delicious lunch, then enjoy this popular country jam. Relax and enjoy the music or come to sing. All are welcome. 956-464-9024. 400 N. Val Verde Rd.

Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm.

Yahoo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1pm.

Trail Dancing - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 1-3pm, Free lessons.

Rock Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 1-3pm, Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone welcome.

Fish Fry - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 4pm.

Fish Fry Night - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm.

Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-6:50pm, Tampico Hall.

Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, 717-877-8375.

Friday Night Fish Fry - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 5:30-6:30pm, Baked or fried fish, baked potato or French fries, coleslaw, roll, dessert and drink, $15pp in advance or $18pp at door. Serving at 5:30 p.m. Rec Hall. Gate open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Christmas Show - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 6-8pm, Rusty Rierson, $10pp.

Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6:30-9pm, Regan James and the Outlaw, $8pp.

Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7-10pm, Howlers, $10pp. 205 S. Stewart Rd.

Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $10pp. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Big Band Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Rec Hall.

Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Sweetwater, $8pp. 501 W Owassa Rd.

Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-10pm, Retro Rockers, $10pp at the door.

Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7-10pm, Poison Ivey, $10pp.

Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $10pp advance/$12pp door. A high-energy duo & 2024 Valley Star Duo of the Year Nominees will be playing a great mix of music! Setups are available.

Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Vinyl Spin, $8pp. Dance or just relax and listen to the wide variety of music. BYOB. Concessions and set ups available. 956-464-9024. 400 N. Va Verde Rd.

Dance - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-10pm, The Buck Hollow Band, $8pp.

Saturday, December 21

Breakfast - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30-9am, Please bring your own table service.

Public Meal - Breakfast - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco 8-9:30am, $8pp. Main Hall. Open to the public. Host: The Boddy’s. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Saturday Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 8-10am, Full breakfast, $7pp. 956-585-5061. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Craft Show - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 8am-Noon, Tradewinds side.

Craft Sale - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 9am-Noon, 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Square Dance - Plus Square Dance Lessons - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-11am, Tampico Hall, East & West.

Craft Show - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am-Noon, Gate open. New vendors welcome. Breakfast available.

Late Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 9-10am, Breakfast Omelet or Biscuit/Gravy, $5pp. 100 E. Hackberry Ave.

Craft Sale Lunch - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 11:30am-12:30pm, 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Country Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, Lunch 11 a.m. Jam 12:30 p.m. Everyone invited.

Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-9pm, Burning Ember, $10pp at the door.

Dance - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Rewind, $12pp advance/$14pp at the door.

Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7pm, Julia Cooper, $8pp. 205 S. Stewart Rd.

Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, Kaboom - Rene & Ronnie +1 (from Night Howlers & Howlers), $10pp. Tickets at the door $2 more. Tickets on sale 11/22.

Saturday Night Bingo - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-9pm.

Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. BYOB, set-ups, concessions. 956-685-5300. 800 State Hwy. 495.

Show - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, Bruce Boudreau, $10pp. Prizes, BYOB.

Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7pm, Texas Wheels.

Sunday, December 22

Church Service - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8:30am, 205 S. Stewart Rd.

Church Service - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8:30am, With Jesse Hernandez.

Church Services - Quiet Village II, Donna, 9-10am, Non-denominational services. Pastor Mary Chamberlin.

Worship Service - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 9-10am, Winter Church. Open to the public. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Bible Studies - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9am, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-10am, Main Hall.

Worship Service - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 9-10am, Non-denominational. Open to the public. 715 N. Westgate Dr.

Lutheran Christian Services - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 9-10am, Coffee hour at 8 a.m. Everyone is welcome.

Church - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am.

Sunday Worship - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30am.

Church Service - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 9:30-11am.

Church - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am.

Worship Service - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am.

Church Service - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 10am, Rec Hall. 3501 N. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Worship Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 10am, Non-denominational church services. Please come join us in celebrating Sunday worship in the South Hall. 956-423-3137. 2801 Harrison.

Sunshine Church - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 10-11am, Friendship Hall, gate is open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Church Services - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 10-11am, Non-denominational church services. Pastor Marv Odegaard.

Church - Oleander Acres, Mission, 10am, 2421 S. Conway Ave

Church Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 10:30am, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Soup Supper - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30-6pm.

Karaoke - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 5pm, BYOB/snacks. All welcome. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30-7:30pm.

Karaoke - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6pm.

Bingo - McAllen Mission RV Resort, Mission, 6-8pm, Snacks are available, bring your dobbers, bring your hubby.

Church Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7pm, Rusty Rierson, $10pp. Christmas Show. Tickets at the door $2 more. Tickets on sale 12/2.

Entertainment - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-9pm, Ron & Jan Easter, $8pp. Concessions available. 956-685-5300. 800 State Hwy. 495.

Monday, December 23

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

Park Wide Blood Drive - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 9-11am, Vitalant Blood Drive. Rec Hall. Sign up online or in Activities Office. 1900 Grace Ave.

Vegetable Sale - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, Noon-1pm, Garza (Veggie Man) produce Sale. Parking lot. 1900 Grace Ave.

Jam Session - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1-3:30pm, Main Hall.

Jam - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 1pm, Serving lunch from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Join us for good food and great music. Open to the public and backed up by our professional band. 100 N. Valley View Rd.

Jam - Winter Haven Park, Pharr, 1-3pm, All jammers and audience welcome!

Jam - Yellow Rose RV,La Feria, 1pm, Musicians by invitation only. 1609 N. Main St.

Country Jam - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 2-4pm.

Hamburger Night - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm.

Monday Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30-6pm.

Burger Night - Paradise Park, McAllen, 5-6pm, $7pp. 100 E. Hackberry Ave.

Monday Night Jammers - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 5:30-7:30pm.

Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30-7:30pm.

Loteria - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6pm.

Christmas Show - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7-10pm, Rusty Rierson.

Bingo - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7pm, $1 to start with a packet of 12 cards. Any extra cards will be $1 each. 100 E. Hackberry Ave.

Tuesday, December 24

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

Men’s Prayer & Bible Study - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 8am, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Women’s Prayer & Bible Study - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 9:30am, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Round Dancing - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9:30am.

Lunch and Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 11am, Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Jam 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Lunch - Oleander Acres, Mission, 11am-12:30pm, Burgers. 2421 S. Conway Ave.

Holiday Jam - Paradise Park, McAllen, 12:30-2pm, $8 for food. 100 E. Hackberry. Ave.

The Boddy’s Trail Dance Lessons - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 1-2pm, $20pp. Main Hall. Partner required. 8-week course starting 12/10. New dance taught each week. Linda Boddy: 660-723-1536. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Bluegrass Band Jam - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 1:30-3:30pm, 956-797-1851.

Nickel Bingo - McAllen Mission RV Resort, Mission, 2-3:30pm, Hall-1. Bring your nickels, friends, and hubby. Hoot and holler.

Church Service Christmas Eve Candlelight - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-6pm, Tampico Hall.

Candlelight Service - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 6-7pm.

Bingo - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 6:30-8:30pm.

Gospel Music Jams - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-8pm, Rec Hall Gate is open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Wednesday, December 25

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30-9am.

Wednesday Burger Fry - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm, Loaded 1/2 lb. burger, egg washed French fries, and ranch style baked beans, $7pp. 956-585-5061. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Christmas Dinner - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, Noon-2pm, Traditional Christmas Dinner. Rec Hall. Call for price, tickets must be purchased in advance in Activities Office. 1900 Grace Ave.

Musical Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm, Rec Hall. Cafe open for lunch, gate is open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Country Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-3:30pm.

Jam Session - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 1:30-3:30pm, Our free Acoustic Jam Session is open to the public. Come to listen or come to play! Everyone is welcome.

Happy Hour - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 5-6:30pm, The Buck Hollow Band, pass the hat.

Meals - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 5:30-7:15pm, Hot dogs, burgers, polish sausages, concessions. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Square Dance - MS & Plus with Rounds - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-9pm, Tampico Hall, East & West.

Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Thursday, December 26

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

All You Can Eat Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, Pancakes, eggs, sausages, waffles and a hot cup of coffee. Bring your own table service. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St.

Open Pickle Ball - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am-Noon.

Line Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 10am.

Thursday Lunch Burgers - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11:30am-1pm.

Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $4pp. BYOB, bowls, snacks, to go containers. Dessert for sale. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Free, all parks welcome.

Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8:30pm, Contact Wayne Suter, 567-201-8157. 3401 W. Bus. 83.

Country & Big Band Variety Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, Call Alice at 612-644-1753.

Church Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7pm.

December 11, 2024 - Events Calendar

Details: Published: Tuesday, 10 December 2024 20:52

Now-December 14 – Upper Valley Art League will host their Holiday Market from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. UVAL is located at the Kika de la Garza Fine Arts Center, 921 E. 12th St., in Mission. For more information, call (956) 591-0282 or visit their website at www.uppervalleyartleague.org.

Now-December 15 – Tip of Texas Family Outreach is helping grant children’s holiday wishes. An angel Tree will be located near JCPenny Court at Sunrise Mall for guests and shoppers to pick up an angel’s information. Gifts may be returned to Sunrise Mall Office, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the week. Sunrise Mall is located at Expressway 77 at Ruben M. Torres (FM 802) in Brownsville.

December 11 – Celebrate the birth of your Savior at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church at Advent by Candlelight at 3 p.m. There will be Christmas Carols, devotion, and a fellowship meal. RSVP for meal at (956) 968-5228. For more information, visit www.abidingsaviorwels.com. The church is located on the northeast corner of Westgate Dr. and 6th Street in Weslaco, 599 S. Westgate Dr.

December 12 – Edinburg Library will host Holly Jolly Winter Celebration from 6 to 8 p.m. The library is located at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. The event will feature activities for all ages, booths, and free books. For more information, call (956) 383-6246.

December 12 – Quinta Mazatlan presents an evening with traditional Mariachi and Folklorico performers from La Joya Palmview High School as part of their Holiday Music Series. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and will also have food and drinks available. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. A free shuttle ride will be provided from a temporary parking area located at 1400 Wichita Ave., near La Plaza Mall. For more information, call (956) 681-3370.

December 12-15, 19-22 – PSJA North Early College High School will present Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical. Shows are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sundays. They will be performed at the Gilbert Zepeda Performing Arts Center, 500 E. Nolana Loop, in Pharr.

December 12-15 – PSJA Early College High School will present The Wizard of Oz at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. They will be performing at PSJA ECHS Auditorium, 805 W. Ridge Rd. in San Juan.

December 13 – The City of Mission will hold their Holiday Market at Leo Pena Placita Park (corner of Bus. 83 and Conway Ave.) from 6 to 9 p.m. The event is family and pet friendly. There will be local vendors, food, games and more.

December 13 – City of Almo will hold their Candyland Christmas Parade and other events from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Events will be at Downtown Central Park, 800 E. Main St.

December 13-15 – Camille Playhouse, 1 Dean Porter Park, in Brownsville, presents Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Shows are at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are available at the box office or online at www.camilleplayhouse.net.

December 14 – The Brownsville Farmers Market will be held at 9 a.m. at Linear Park, E. 6th St. and E. Ringgold St. The event is held every Saturday.

December 14 – Firemen’s Park in McAllen will host the Growing Growers Farmers Market at 9 a.m. The park is located at 201 N. 1st St. The event is held every Saturday.

December 14 – The McAllen Farmers Market will be held at the McAllen Public Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is held every Saturday. The library is located at 4001 N. 23rd St. For more information visit mcallenfarmersmarket.com.

December 14 – McAllen Heritage Center will host the annual McGrinch event at La Placita Park, 301 S. Main St., in McAllen, from 2 to 7 p.m. The event will feature photos with McGrinch, food vendors, holiday music, and more. McGrinch and ugly sweater attire is encouraged. Parking is available at 221 S. 15th St., weekend fees apply.

December 14 – The City of San Benito will hold their holiday parade on Sam Houston Blvd. at 6 p.m.

December 15 – The South Padre Island Farmers Market is held at The Shores, 8605 Padre Blvd., every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop for fresh produce, meats, cheese, juices and more. To see this event and others, visit https://www.sopadre.com/listing/south-padre-island-farmers-market/1099/.

December 15 – Buena Vida Farmers Market will be held from 2 to 4:30 p.m., every Sunday, at Bannworth Park, 1822 N. Shary Rd., in Mission. Pre-orders can be made online at BuenaVidaFarmersMarket.com. For vendor info, call (512) 554-9713.

December 17 – Join the Valley Symphony Orchestra Chorale and Holiday Brass Quintet at the holiday concert, Merry and Bright Around the World. This event will be held at the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle, 400 Virgen de San Juan Blvd., in San Juan at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www.valleysymphony.org.

December 11, 2024 - Reunions and Meetings

Details: Published: Tuesday, 10 December 2024 20:49

Right now, there are several meetings already taking place. Red Hatters get together on at least a monthly basis – and we would love to see your photos and learn about where you went. The RGV Woodcarvers get together weekly too.

I am sure there are others that are meeting up for little get-togethers here and there. If you would like to share your information, please send it in. If you have a great photo from your reunion or meeting, we would love to see that too.

You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com.

Ed Marten’s Senior Texas Softball League

Senior Ambassadors

RGV Woodcarvers

Model Rail Roading & Railroaders

Submarine Veterans

Fayette County, Iowa

December 11, 2024 - Parks Calendar

Details: Published: Tuesday, 10 December 2024 12:58

Wednesday, December 11

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

Wednesday Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30-9am.

All You Can Eat Breakfast - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30-9am, $8pp. 7300 Monroe.

Craft Show - Fiesta Village, Mission, 8am-Noon, 205 S. Stewart Rd.

Wednesday Burger Fry - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm, Loaded 1/2 lb. burger, egg washed French fries, and ranch style baked beans, $7pp. 956-585-5061. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Musical Jam - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm, Rec Hall. Cafe open for lunch, gate is open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Country Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 12:30-3:30pm.

Jam Session - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 1:30-3:30pm, Our free Acoustic Jam Session is open to the public. Come to listen or come to play! Everyone is welcome.

Dance - Social Hour - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco 3-5pm, Denim & Lace, pass the hat. Bring your friends for an afternoon of dancing. Kitchen open, free ice. Open to the public. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Happy Hour - Southern Comfort Resort, Weslaco, 3pm, Diego & Edith. 1501 S. Airport Dr.

Public Meal - Social Time Dinner - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 4:30-6pm, Enchiladas, $10pp. Main Hall. Open to the public. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Meals - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 5:30-7:15pm, Hot dogs, burgers, polish sausages, concessions. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Square Dance - MS & Plus with Rounds - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6:30-9pm, Tampico Hall, East & West.

Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp. BYOB. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Show - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-8pm, McAllen Steel Drums, free. Ballroom.

Dance - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 7-9pm, Lockharts, $8pp.

Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Bruce Boudreau, $12pp. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Snack bar open.

Thursday, December 12

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

Craft Fair - Paradise Park RV Resort, Harlingen, 9am-1pm.

All You Can Eat Pancakes - The Grove Subdivision, San Juan, 9-11am, Pancakes, eggs, sausages, waffles and a hot cup of coffee. Bring your own table service. Hwy. 83 & Stewart Rd., 605 E. 7th St.

Open Pickle Ball - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 9am-Noon.

Line Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 10am.

Thursday Lunch Burgers - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11:30am-1pm.

Happy Hour Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 3-5pm, Ron Moshier, pass the hat. BYOB. Pop and water available for sale, free ice. 802 S. International Blvd.

Happy Hour Dance - Fig Tree RV Resort, Harlingen, 3:30-5pm, Diego & Edith, pass the hat. BYOB, free ice.

Soup Supper - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 4:30pm, $4pp. BYOB, bowls, snacks, to go containers. Dessert for sale. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Jam - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-8pm, Free, all parks welcome.

Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6-8:30pm, Contact Wayne Suter, 567-201-8157. 3401 W. Bus. 83.

Country & Big Band Variety Jam - La Hacienda Estates, Alamo, 6:30-8:30pm, Call Alice at 612-644-1753.

Church Services - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Dance - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 7-10pm, Retro Rockers, $8pp. Main Hall.

Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7pm.

Entertainment - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Lindley Creek Christmas Show, $12pp. Tickets in advance in Activity Office and at the door. 1900 Grace Ave.

Friday, December 13

Sunshine’s 77 Cafe - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7am-1:30pm, Cafe open for breakfast and lunch in Rec Hall. 1900 Grace Ave.

Craft Fair - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 8am-Noon, Biscuits and gravy for sale. Various bake sales and food for sale. Tools, clothes, arts and crafts, jewelry. Two halls of vendors. 1051 W Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Garage Sales - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 8am-Noon.

Rummage Sale - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 8am-2pm.

RC Dirt Devil Track - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 9:30-11am, 956-797-1851.

Square Dancing - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am.

Jam Session - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 12:30-2:30pm.

Yahoo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1pm.

Trail Dancing - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 1-3pm, Free lessons.

Fish Fry Night - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-5:30pm.

Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-6:50pm, Tampico Hall.

Country Jam - Hidden Valley Ranch RV & MH Park, Mission, 5:30pm, 717-877-8375.

Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $10pp. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Big Band Jam - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Rec Hall.

Christmas Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Curt James, $9pp. Bring your friends. Kitchen open, free ice. Open to the public. Host: Social Board. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Dance - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, Steven May & Southern Knights, $8pp. 501 W. Owassa Rd.

Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp at the door.

Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $10pp.

Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Blind Driver, $9pp. Classic rock and blues. 956-423-3137. 2801 Harrison.

Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Double Decker, $10pp advance/$12pp door. Dance the night away to classic country hits! Setups are available.

Dance - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco 7-10pm, Canam, $10pp. BYOB, set up available. Contact Rose at 204-641-2064 or 956-805-2296 for tickets.

Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp. Great variety of music. BYOB. Concessions and set ups available. 956-464-9024. 400 N. Va Verde Rd.

Christmas Show - Quiet Village II, Donna, 7-9:30pm, Mary Chamberlin Christmas Show, $8pp.

Christmas Show - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7pm, Lindley Creek, $10pp.

Saturday, December 14

Yard Sale - River Ranch Resort, Rio Hondo, 7am-Noon, 20054 N. Reynolds Rd.

Garage Sales - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 8am-Noon.

Craft Show - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 8-10am, Breakfast available.

Saturday Breakfast - Chimney Park, Mission, 8-10am, Full breakfast, $7pp. 956-585-5061. 4224 S. Conway Ave.

Park Wide Patio Sale - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, Gate is open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Flea Market/Craft Sale - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 8am-Noon, Fiesta Hall. 3401 W. Business 83.

Park Wide Yard Sale - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 8am-2pm.

Patio Sale - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 8am-Noon.

Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 8-9am.

Park Wide Sale - Trail’s End RV Park, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, 2001 S. Texas Blvd.

Rummage Sale - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 8am-Noon.

Square Dance - Plus Square Dance Lessons - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-11am, Tampico Hall, East & West.

Craft Fair - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 9am-Noon.

Craft Sale - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 9am-2pm, A variety of homemade arts and crafts, and much more! 956-423-3137. 2801 Harrison.

Craft Fair - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 9am-Noon, Victoria Palms ballroom.

Country Jam - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 12:30pm, Lunch 11 a.m. Jam 12:30 p.m. Everyone invited.

Entertainment - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 2pm, Razz Ma Tazz - Mariachi Magic, donation. Main Hall. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-9pm, Poison Ivey, $10pp at the door.

Christmas Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Lindley Creek, $12pp.

Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-10pm, Burnin’ Embers, $9pp. Concessions, free ice.

Show - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Adam Pope, $10pp 956-585-4833. 1711 E. Bus. Hwy. 83.

Saturday Night Bingo - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7-9pm.

Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $8pp. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. BYOB, set-ups, concessions. 956-685-5300. 800 State Hwy. 495.

Dance - Valley View Estates, Mission, 7-10pm, Castaway, $10pp. Prizes, BYOB.

Dance - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-10pm, Esquiers, $10pp. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Snack bar open.

Dance - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7-9pm, The Howlers, $8pp.

Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7pm, Texas Wheels.

Sunday, December 15