Winter Texan Times

Celebrate Kansas Day in the RGV

Details: Published: Thursday, 09 January 2025 17:01

20250108 Kansas Day Fun2 web Come celebrate Kansas Day in the RGV at a new location this year. Kansas Day will be celebrated Wednesday, January 29 at Peter Piper Pizza, 3101 E. Expressway 83, in Weslaco. Check-in will be from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Many of you have already enjoyed the buffet luncheon which includes a variety of pizzas, salad bar, breadsticks, dessert and beverage. You will make your personal choices at the check-in counter. There will not be an entry fee this year – your cost will be based on your individual order.

While they are not requiring a reservation, a simple “yes” to Larry Schmitt at (913) 369-5669 (larrys13@icloud.com) would be appreciated.

Submitted by Larry Schmitt

Santa Maria Bullring holds grand opening

Details: Published: Wednesday, 01 January 2025 15:03

Cayetano 01 web Santa Maria Bullring is holding a grand opening bull fight this weekend, Sunday, January 5. After a brief hiatus, and the passing of the previous owner Fred Renk, the bullring is back at it with a new owner and lots of updates.

As the new owner says, the calls kept coming from people wanting to know when they were going to open. When shows were going to start again. They decided to make their customers happy and begin with a grand show.

The grand opening will feature Cayetano Delgado from Monterrey, Mexico. Delgado is not new to Santa Maria Bullring. He grew up in the bullfight world, as his father was a matador, and matador David Renk, ‘El Texano,’ was his godfather.

HCA announces Carole King tribute act

Details: Published: Wednesday, 01 January 2025 14:32

NaturalWomanPHOTO2 web 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, on Tuesday, January 14, at 7:30 p.m.

Katie Pinder Brown is introducing the music of Carole King to a new generation with her dynamic voice and charismatic presence. Known as a "vocal chameleon," a "human jukebox," and a musical "Jill-of-all-trades," she has garnered many accolades throughout her career, and has performed alongside the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, and for American troops overseas. Additionally, Brown has toured on four continents, and performing alongside music industry giants like Celine Dion, Boys II Men, Neil Patrick Harris, and more. Her one-of-a-kind tribute show features jaw-dropping covers of King's biggest hits, like "(You Make Me Feel Like A) Natural Woman," "Where You Lead," "You've Got a Friend," and more.

Star-Studded Lineup Announced for Fiesta Edinburg 2025

Details: Published: Wednesday, 01 January 2025 14:24

2.29 web The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce (ECC), in partnership with Bert Ogden & Fiesta Dealerships and the City of Edinburg, is excited to announce the 56th annual Fiesta Edinburg, scheduled for February 27 through March 2, 2025, at the Bert Ogden Arena. This year’s festival promises an unforgettable experience, drawing thousands of attendees to Edinburg.

During a press conference at Bert Ogden Arena, ECC revealed an exciting musical lineup headlined by five-time Grammy Award winner La Mafia, who will take the stage on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Festival of Lights brings Under the Sea to you

Details: Published: Wednesday, 18 December 2024 14:36

20121201 Hidalgo Festival of Lights JQ 0001 web The Hidalgo Festival of Lights has become a regular Christmas season must see. With millions of Christmas lights, trolley tours, dinner, carnival rides and entertainment, there is plenty to do and see for everyone. The festival officially began with the lighting of the tree on December 7 and runs through Sunday, January 5. This year’s theme is Under the Sea.

Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 6 to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 6 to 11 p.m., and Sunday, 6 to 10 p.m. From December 20 through January 5, the Festival of Lights is open until 11 p.m. each night.

South Pole Illuminated Festival runs through December 29

Details: Published: Wednesday, 18 December 2024 14:35

20231129 South Pole Courtesy City of McAllen 0002 web McAllen is known as the Official South Pole of Texas, declared so by Texas Governor Greg Abbott in 2018. Santa returns each year as the ultimate Winter Texan knowing the South Pole of Texas is the perfect home away from home. With this, McAllen’s South Pole Illuminated Festival is held each year at the McAllen Convention Center.

The South Pole Illuminated Festival is an immersive holiday experience with the tallest RGB Digital Christmas Tree in America, spanning over 10 stories tall. An illuminated oval park features 24 giant color-changing trees, recreated snowfall and Santa’s Castle. A new South Pole and Beyond exhibit with over 100 giant holiday and space themed lanterns are on display this year.

Chanukah celebrated in McAllen

Details: Published: Wednesday, 18 December 2024 14:31

The annual Chanukah Concert and Festival will be celebrated Sunday, December 29, at Archer Park in downtown McAllen. The festival begins at 3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

The event will feature a petting zoo and pony rides. There will be live music, carnival rides, face painting and activities for all ages. You can also enjoy hearing from local dignitaries and having Sufganiot (jelly donuts) and kosher hot dogs.

Chanukah, an alternative spelling for Hanukkah, is the Jewish eight-day holiday commemorating the victory of the Jews “against Greek persecution and religious oppression,” according to torah.org. This year, the Menorah is being lit from sundown on December 25 and ends at nightfall on January 2, 2025.