Calendars

January 8, 2025 - Reunions and Meetings

Details: Published: Thursday, 09 January 2025 17:25

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.

PEO Magic Valley Retirement Group

The P.E.O. Magic Valley Retirement Group will meet on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 11:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at Mr. Gatti's, 4100 N. 2nd Street, McAllen. The program will be "My Favorite Book", bring a favorite book to share why you like the book. All retired P.E.O. members in the Valley are welcome to attend. Call Connie at (402) 641-0125 to RSVP.

3M Retirees and Friends Welcome

3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, January 15 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 for information. (Every Third Wednesday)

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.

Submarine Veterans

The Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 16, (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.

National Rural Letter Carriers WT Retirees Insurance

The Winter Texan Insurance Retirees Meeting is being held on Wednesday, January 22, at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. The event starts with registration at 8:20 a.m. Guest speakers will be NRLCA Director of Insurance Programs Lynne Paller, Ali Sherrill from Aetna and Crystal Lawroski from GVS. You are invited to order off the menu about 8:40 a.m. and the program will follow. For more information, contact Edward Soetaert at (816) 390-6379 or email at soetaertec@gmail.com.

January 8, 2025 - Events Calendar

Details: Published: Thursday, 09 January 2025 17:07

January 11 – 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.

January 11 – 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.

January 11 – 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.

January 12 – 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/.

January 12 – 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.

January 13 – McAllen Community Concerts feature A Tribute to Carole King. All concerts start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concerts are held in the McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd. Single concert tickets available at the box office range from $25 to $50. For more information and tickets, visit http://mcallenconcerts.com/.

January 14 – Join Katie Pinder Brown as she pays tribute to international superstar Carole King in a special concert at Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499, Harlingen, at 7:30 p.m. For ticket information, visit the association’s website at www.HarlingenConcert.com or call (956) 392-9757.

January 15 – 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.

January 8, 2025 - Parks Calendar

Details: Published: Tuesday, 07 January 2025 08:00

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, January 8

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

Cowboy Church - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 9am, Goldwing Express, free will donations. North hall. 1051 W Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

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 - Heritage Square, Mission, 1-4pm, Refreshments at 11 a.m.

Bluegrass Jam - Posada del Sol RV Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm.

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, Rusty Rierson, 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.

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.

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 - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 6:30-9:30pm, Burnin’ Ember.

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

Entertainment - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7pm, Goldwing Express, $10pp. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Sam Horn. 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

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

Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7pm, Mark Merchant, $10pp. Comedy. Tickets at the door $2 more. Tickets on sale 12/18.

Dance - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Rewind, $10pp. Live band. 956-423-3137. 2801 Harrison.

Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Howlers Band, $10pp. Doors open 6:15 p.m. Snack bar open.

Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-9pm, Justin Terry, $9pp. Multi-talented artist hails from Knoxville, TN. Concessions available. 956-464-9024. 400 N. Val Verde Rd.

Dance - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7-10pm, Darlene and the Boys, $8pp.

Entertainment - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, The Warman Trio, $9pp. 50’s family band, add flair to country and rock and roll hits from the 50’s and 60’s. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 802 S. International Blvd.

Thursday, January 9

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

Meal - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 7:30-9am, Biscuits & gravy. 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Cowboy Church - Seven Oaks RV Park, Mission, 9-10:30am, Goldwing Express, pass the hat. BYOB, concessions available.

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.

Bluegrass Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 9-11am, 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

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

Line Dancing with Keith - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 10am.

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

Jam - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 11:30am-3pm, Lunch 11:30 a.m. Jam 12:30 to 3 p.m.

Jam - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 1pm, 1711 E. Bus. Hwy. 83.

Acoustic Bluegrass Jam - VIP La Feria RV Park West, La Feria, 1:30pm, Call Rick or Jan for more info, 940-453-0196.

Ladies Tea - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm, 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

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

Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, Diego and Edith, pass the hat. BYOB. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

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 - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free. Ballroom. Contact: David Hatcher, 512-529-8145.

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.

Show - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 6:15-7:15pm, The Warman Trio - 1950s Family Band, $8pp advance/$10pp door. This show will be full of classic hits from this high-energy family band!

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

Karaoke - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 6:30-8:30pm.

Show - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Spittin’ Image, $10pp advance/$12pp at the door.

Dance - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier & Timmy, $10pp. Theme Dance - ”It’s Game Day!” Dress in your favorite sports attire! Team attire; cheerleader; referee; coach. Reserved seating. Rec hall.

Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Sam Horn. 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, The Buck Hollow Band, $10pp. 956-585-4833. 1711 E. Bus. Hwy. 83.

Show - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 7pm, Anthony Hernandez, $10pp.

Bingo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 7pm.

Entertainment - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Jonny Bird, $9pp advance/$10pp at the door. Rec Hall. 3501 N. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Friday, January 10

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.

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 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 - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-9pm, Bruce Boudreau, $10pp.

Jam - Tradewinds RV Resort, Mission, 6pm, 1005 Stewart Rd.

Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-9pm, 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Entertainment - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, Anthony Hernandez Illusions, $8pp. 500 N. Bryan Rd.

Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, The Fabulous Cruisers, $12pp.

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

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

Bible Conference - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, Sam Horn. 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

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

Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $8pp at the door.

Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7-10pm, The Rovers, $10pp. Tickets at the door $2 more. Tickets on sale 12/20.

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

Entertainment - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 7pm, Matt Macis, $9pp. Crooner, song and dance man, singing the classic American song book. 956-423-3137. 2801 Harrison.

Entertainment - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, MayHam, $9pp. 50/50 drawing and ice cream available. 715 N. Westgate Dr.

Dance - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Justin Terry, $9pp advance/$10pp door. 2024 Valley Star Male Entertainer of the Year Nominee will be singing the hits! Setups are available.

Dance - Magic Valley Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Rewind, $10pp. BYOB, set up available.

Dance - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7-10pm, The Buck Hollow Band, $8pp. Band hailing from Decorah, IA that will liven up the party with many hits. BYOB. Concessions and set ups available. 956-464-9024. 400 N. Val Verde Rd.

Entertainment - Heritage Square, Mission, 7-9pm, Mark Merchant, $10pp. Tickets at the door. Hilarious ventriloquist and comedian. 300 S. Bryan Rd.

Saturday, January 11

Breakfast - Restful Valley Ranch, Mission, 7:30-9am.

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

Lot/Patio Sale - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 8am-Noon, Gates open at 8 a.m. On event date please stop at gate to get a map of the lots participating in the sale. 956-685-5300. 800 State Hwy. 495.

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

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

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

Saturday Breakfast - Paradise Park, McAllen, 8-9am, Breakfast omelet or biscuit/gravy, $5pp. 100 E. Hackberry Ave.

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

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

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

Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 2pm, The Inspirationals Quartet. 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

Murder Mystery Dinner - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 4:30-7pm, $15pp.

Entertainment - Fiesta Village, Mission, 7pm, Sister Luv, $10pp. 205 S. Stewart Rd.

Dance - Siesta Retirement Village Park, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $9pp. It’s Five O’clock Somewhere. Good vibes and good music. Kitchen open, free ice. Host: Phil & Ronda Howell, 270-401-4999. Office: 956-969-3740. 2712 S. International Blvd.

Dance - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7-10pm, Vinyl Spin, $9pp. Concessions, free ice.

Concert - Bibleville Conference Grounds, Alamo, 7pm, The Inspirationals Quartet. 956-787-2024. 1346 N. Cesar Chavez Rd.

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

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

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

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

Saturday Night Dance - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Rick McEwen - legend of the Gambler Fame, $9pp in advance in Activities Office and at the door. Friendship Hall. Gate open. 1900 Grace Ave.

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

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

Sock Hop Dance - Lakewood RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, The Warman Trio, $10pp advance/$12pp at the door. Photo-op area, 50’s snack bar, best dressed competition with cash prize.

Entertainment - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 7-9:30pm, Redneck Revival, $8pp. 956-797-1851.

Show - Seven Oaks RV Park, Mission, 7-9pm, Goldwing Express, $10pp.

Sunday, January 12

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.

Jam/Dance - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1-3pm, 205 S. Stewart Rd.

Gospel Jam - Quiet Village II, Donna, 2-4pm.

Show - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 2:45-4:45pm, Warman Trio, $9pp. 501 W. Owassa Rd.

Entertainment - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 3-5pm, RGV Concert Band, donation. Friendship Hall. Gate open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Meal - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm, Meatloaf with mashed potatoes. 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

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, 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Entertainment - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 6-7:30pm, 3 Fools on 3 Stools, $10pp. Singers, harmony and comedy. Main Hall.

Karaoke - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6pm.

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

Entertainment - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 6:30pm, Anthony Hernandez (Illusions), $10pp.

Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $8pp advance/$10pp door. BYOB. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

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

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

Show - Green Gate Grove, Palmview, 7-9pm, Lindley Creek, $12pp.

Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-9pm, Buck Hollow Band, $8pp at the door. Doors open at 6 p.m. Concessions available. 956-685-5300. 800 State Hwy. 495.

Monday, January 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 Show - Bentsen Palm RV Park, Mission, 8am-Noon, Rec Hall. Lunch available 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 3501 N. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Line Dancing - Kenwood RV Park, La Feria, 9:30-11am, $3pp.

Square Dance - Beginner - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, Noon-2pm, Tampico Hall, East.

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

Rock and Roll Jam - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 12:30pm, 7300 Monroe.

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.

Show - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-4:30pm, Mayhem Comedy, $10pp. Ballroom.

Happy Hour - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 4-5:30pm, Buck Hollow Duo “Country/Rock”, pass the hat. BYOB. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

Meal - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 4-5:30pm, Lasagna. 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

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

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

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

Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30-7:30pm, 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Loteria - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6pm.

Entertainment - J-5 Mobile Home Park, Mission, 7pm, Warman Trio, $10pp. 3907 N. Taylor Rd.

Entertainment - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Sister Luv, $10pp. www.sisterluv.org. Palm Shadows Lounge.

Dance - Rio Valley Estates MH & RV Resort, Weslaco, 7pm, Burnin’ Ember, $9pp. 50/50 drawing, popcorn and ice available. 715 N. Westgate Dr.

Dance - McAllen Mission RV Resort, Mission, 7-9pm, Rusty Rierson, $10pp. 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr.

Tuesday, January 14

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.

Trail Dance Lessons - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 11am, 11 a.m. Beginners. 12 p.m. Intermediate. 7300 Monroe.

Square Dance - Beginner - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, Noon-2pm, Tampico Hall, East.

Lunch & Show - Texas Trails RV Resort, Pharr, 12:30pm, Anthony Hernandez (Magician), $15pp. 12:30 p.m. lunch, 2 p.m. show. 501 W. Owassa Rd.

Old Time Dances - Fiesta Village, Mission, 1-4pm, Kenny & Friends, $9pp. 205 S. Stewart Rd.

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.

Country Jam - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 1-3pm, Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snack bar open.

Jam Session - Oleander Acres, Mission, 1-3pm, 2421 S. Conway Ave.

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.

Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3-5pm, Buck Hollow Band, pass the hat. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave

Happy Hour - Park Place Estates, Harlingen, 3:30-5:30pm, Rusty Rierson. Rusty & his guitar will be filling our dance floor with his Country tunes. Our Happy Hour is free, but don’t forget cash for setups and performer tips.

Radioactive Karaoke - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free. Ballroom.

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

Jam - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 6:30-8:30pm.

Show - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7pm, McAllen High Steel Band, donation. 101 E. Sioux Rd. 956-787-6461.

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

Show - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Mayhem, $10pp advance/$12pp at the door.

Entertainment - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7pm, Sister Luv, $10pp. Theatrical flair. Tickets at the door $2 more. Tickets on sale 12/23.

Show - Seven Oaks RV Park, Mission, 7-8:30pm, Senior Ambassadors, pass the hat. BYOB, concessions available.

Entertainment - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7pm, Fabulous Cruisers.

Wednesday, January 15

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.

Cowboy Church - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 9am, Goldwing Express, free will donations. North hall. 1051 W Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

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 - Heritage Square, Mission, 1-4pm, Refreshments at 11 a.m.

Bluegrass Jam - Posada del Sol RV Park, Harlingen, 1-3pm.

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, Oliver Stepp, pass the hat. Ballroom.

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

Pancake Supper - Big Valley Trailer Park, Donna, 4:30-6pm, All you care to eat pancakes, also serving biscuits and sausage gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, applesauce and coffee, $8pp. 109 W. Bus. Hwy. 83.

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.

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.

Entertainment - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7pm, Sister Luv - Quartet, $10pp. 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83/Hook Ave.

Valentine’s Dance - Mission West RV Park, Palmview, 7-10pm, Justin Terry $10pp.

Dance - Golf View Estates, Mission, 7-9pm, Leslie Blasing, $8pp. Come to the dance party and be ready to have a fun time! Everyone welcome! Doors open at 6 p.m. 7424 Couples Circle.

Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Vinyl Spin, $10pp. Doors open at 6 p.m. BYOB, set-ups, concessions. 956-685-5300. 800 State Hwy. 495.

Entertainment - Countryside RV Park, Donna, 7-9pm, Mary Chamberlin, $8pp at the door. Concessions available. 100 N. Valley View Rd.

Entertainment - Sunshine RV Resort, Harlingen, 7-9pm, Encore Premier Show - Tribute to Toby Keith, $24pp/$21pp/$20pp. Friendship Hall. Reserved seating. Advance sales only. Gate open. 1900 Grace Ave.

Entertainment - Paradise Resort Estates, Pharr, 7-9pm, Buck Hollow Band, $10pp. Doors open 6:15 p.m. Snack bar open.

Entertainment - Casa del Sol, Donna, 7pm, The Senior Ambassadors, pass the hat. A chorus of about 40 men both local and Winter Texan that love to sing. 956-464-9024. 400 N. Val Verde Rd.

Concert - Paradise Park, McAllen, 7-9pm, 3 Fools on 3 Stools, $10pp at the door. 100 E. Hackberry Ave.

Dance - Country Palms RV Park, San Juan, 7-10pm, Dave Perryman, $8pp.

January 1, 2025 - Events Calendar

Details: Published: Wednesday, 01 January 2025 15:00

Now-January 2 – The Christmas Tree Forest at IMAS is on display. The trees are decorated with handmade decorations with the theme Celebrating the Arts. The museum is located at 1900 W. Nolana Ave. in McAllen.

Now-January 5 – Go visit Hidalgo’s Festival of Lights where you can see millions of Christmas lights, displays, entertainment, trolley tours, and more. Go online to hidalgofestivaloflights.com for the schedule of events and tickets.

January 2 – Quinta Mazatlan presents New Years Jazz Fest. Live performances by Marco Acosta’s piano trio, Ulysess De Leon Group and special guest Teresa Chen and the Valley Tigers. It will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $7 at the door or pre-purchase online at www.quintamazatlan.com/.

January 3 – You can join the Audubon Christmas Bird Count at Anzalduas-Bentsen by contacting roy-rodriguez@tpwd.texas.gov or in Brownsville by contacting karl.berg@utrgv.edu. For more information visit https://www.audubon.org/conservation/join-christmas-bird-count.

January 4 – You can join the Audubon Christmas Bird Count in Harlingen by contacting hgtxcbc@gmail.com. For more information visit https://www.audubon.org/conservation/join-christmas-bird-count.

January 4 – 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.

January 4 – 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.

January 4 – Market Days will be held in Downtown Harlingen, W. Jackson St., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is held every first Saturday of the month.

January 4 – 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.

January 4 – Discover the health benefits of gardening at 10:30 a.m. at the McAllen Library on 23rd and Nolana, 4001 N. 23rd St. Call (956) 681-3061 for more information.

January 4 – IMAS invites art enthusiasts and creatives to an exclusive hands-on workshop, Artistic Intervention: A Workshop with Conquista, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. It includes a guided tour of Conquista’s exhibition Rompiendo el Cielo. Cost is $30 per person. To register visit www.imasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800.

January 5 – The Port Isabel Antique and Flea Market will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be art, jewelry, and more. It will be held in Beulah Lee Park along Highway 100.

January 5 – 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/.

January 5 – 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.

January 5 – Santa Maria Bullring will have their grand opening with Cayetano Delgado and Luigi Mercury. Bullring opens at 1 p.m. Bullfight starts at 4 p.m. Food and beverages will be available. For reservations, call (956) 476-1588. Pay when you arrive. Santa Maria Bullring is located at 4877 FM 1017 in La Gloria, ¼ mile east of FM 755 on FM 1017.

January 1, 2025 - Reunions and Meetings

Details: Published: Wednesday, 01 January 2025 14:57

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

Al-Anon Meetings

Model Rail Roading & Railroaders

3M Retirees and Friends Welcome

3M Retirees and Friends will meet on Wednesday, January 15 at 10:30 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 for information. (Every Third Wednesday)

Fayette County, Iowa

Submarine Veterans

National Rural Letter Carriers WT Retirees Insurance

January 1, 2025 - Parks Calendar

Details: Published: Wednesday, 01 January 2025 08:00

Wednesday, January 1

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.

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.

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, January 2

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 - Tropic Winds MH & RV Resort, Harlingen, 8am-Noon.

Open House - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 9am-Noon, Most activities will be highlighted in the park rec hall as well as park tours are available.