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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 22:13
By Herb Moering
“Alamo has a nice little parade,” said converted Texan Charlie Akins, before the start of the city’s lighted Christmas parade on Friday. But he and his friends with him from Alamo Rec-Veh Park were in for a surprise as the city had its largest parade ever with more than 50 entries according to Alamo City Manager Robert Salinas.
Akins, who grew up in Happy, Texas, said he and his wife, Bev, have been full time RVers for 18 years with the latest winters at Alamo Rec-Veh. And many of those years they have been at the parade.
Read more: Winter Texans enjoy the holiday parade in Alamo
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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 22:03
Winter Texans joined thousands of people along the street in anticipation of the 2023 Weslaco Lighted Christmas Parade.
Near perfect weather made it even more exciting for those in attendance. Knowing what one of the alternatives is around the country made it even more special.
“This is the type of weather to watch a Christmas parade,” said Chris Clark, who along with his wife and a group of five others all hailing from Wisconsin and one rabble-rouser from Arkansas. “This is my first time at this parade.”
Read more: Weslaco parade draws large crowd
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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 21:55
The Museum of South Texas History (MOSTH) will feature the “Bishop Emeritus Raymundo Peña Nativity Scene Collection,” a spotlight exhibit displaying 120 nativity scenes until Sunday, January 7, 2024.
Born in 1934 and ordained as a Catholic priest in 1957, Father Raymundo Peña was named Bishop in Diocese of Brownsville in 1976. On his passing in September 2021, the Bishop willed his collection of nativity scenes to the Museum of South Texas History and to the Historic Brownsville Museum.
Read more: Nativity scene collection on exhibit this holiday season
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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 21:47
Experience the spirit of the season at the “Holiday Night Shopping” with music and local artists selling their works inspired by nature on Thursday, December 14, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Quinta Mazatlan.
The one-night free event features the award-winning South Texas artist, Jessica Monroe, known for her oil paintings inspired by the natural world. Her paintings bring awareness of environmental issues and celebrate the beauty of nature. Monroe holds a Bachelor of Arts from Southwestern University and studied painting at New York University and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Read more: Local artists featured at Holiday Night Shopping
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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 21:33
The Mission Historical Museum is delighted to announce the Eighteenth Annual Quilt Show, an event showcasing the talent and creativity of community members. Winter Texans and year-round residents are encouraged to enter and participate in this unique project. The quilts will be exhibited in the Museum’s Post Office building.
Read more: Mission Quilt Show celebrates community talent
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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 21:28
There will be a rummage sale at the James Nikki Rowe Post 2369, located at 1405 West Kennedy St. in Pharr. The event will be held on December 16, starting at noon.
An Elvis impersonator will be in the house from 3 to 5 p.m. There will also be Karaoke. All Veterans and families are requested to attend.
The post is also asking for any kind of clothing, tools, or any items that are no longer needed at your household for donations prior to the rummage sale. These donations will assist James Nikki Rowe Post 2369 in paying for electricity, water, and other finances.
Donations can be dropped off prior to the rummage sale
For more information, email Juan Millian at juan.c.milian@live.com or Jose Romo at nemoromo@yahoo.com.
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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 21:27
Valley residents, Winter Texans, visitors, birders, and those just getting interested in birding are invited to join a team in the count areas for the annual Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count.
The CBC is a one-day event per area within established count circles. This year’s count will be held from December 14 through January 5, 2024. Local counts are listed below with contact information for those interested in joining a team.
Read more: Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count dates are set
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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 21:16
Whataburger is having a huge fundraiser benefiting the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley called “Tis The Season To Give.” Guests can make a minimum donation of $1 and receive a free Whataburger with the purchase of a medium fry and 32-ounce drink on their next purchase. More details online and at participating locations. All 45 restaurants in the RGV will be participating in this fundraiser from Roma to Brownsville.
A $1 donation can help the Food Bank RGV provide up to five healthy meals for families in Cameron, Hidalgo, and Willacy counties. Learn more about our work at www.foodbankrgv.com.
The fundraiser will run through December 24.
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Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 21:11
Rocket the Space Giraffe is embarking on a wild adventure in her brand-new book, Wish Upon a Star, written by Suzanne Shepard and illustrated by Tilia Rand-Bell. Rocket’s Wish Upon a Star is available for purchase on Amazon and at the Gladys Porter Zoo’s gift shop. Proceeds from the book go directly to the GPZ for the care and feeding of Rocket and her animal friends.
Read more: GPZ giraffe stars in her second book
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Published: Tuesday, 05 December 2023 21:26
Port Isabel held their 15th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Hometown Holiday Street Parade this past Saturday on December 2. The Parade started at the Laguna Madre Youth Center and went down to the Port Isabel Event & Cultural Center. Afterwards, the Tree Lighting took place at Beulah Lee Park. There was holiday décor throughout the park, including photo op areas as well as one with Santa. Present were food vendors and other booths selling various items. Performances put on by local schoolchildren from elementary through high school took place as well, creating an environment where Christmas cheer was celebrated.
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Published: Tuesday, 05 December 2023 21:15
The annual St. George International Festival will be held Saturday, December 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The festival is an annual festival hosted by St. George Orthodox Church, in Pharr, 704 W. Sam Houston Blvd. The festival has been held annually each December since the 1980’s
Members of St. George are multicultural and offer the local community a vibrant celebration of cultures from around the world. It’s a day filled with delicious food, lively music, colorful performances, and local vendors selling holiday items for yourself or gifts.
This is the largest fundraiser for the church each year, and funds ongoing parish needs, improvements projects and ministries. The event is free for all to attend. Food and drinks are available to purchase, but the church tours, vendor booths, and entertainment are all free for the community to enjoy.
Read more: Annual International Festival to be held
By Anastasia Brunson
Practice has begun for the senior slow pitch softball teams. This is a senior group, so you must be 55 years young and over. Practices take place at the baseball fields on Ware Rd., across from the Convention Center, just before the highway.
Winter Texans and residents over the age of 18 in Cameron, Hidalgo, and Starr counties are welcome to register to join the 2024 South Texas Border Chapter Texas Master Naturalist training class. The deadline to register for the 2024 class is December 15.
