DECEMBER 18, 2024 www.wintertexantimes.com 20 WINTER TEXAN TIMES COUPON $AVING$ Air Control A/C & Heating Inc. pg. 21 Apple Dental pg. 21 Hidden Wok pg. 17 Lobo Del Mar pg. 17 Nikky’s Carpet Cleaning pg. 22 Studio 6 pg. 13 Coupon Index RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 carb, sugar free lemon custard pie for Thanksgiving that was enjoyed by more than just my husband. I do miss the days of old, of big gatherings and lots to choose from. We have settled down to just small gatherings, or the main immediate family. We do get more time to catch up with each other though, enjoy the company a bit more, and I feel like we bond better in small gatherings. We do hope you take the time to celebrate the season, celebrate the reason for the season, enjoy time with friends and family, and have a very Merry Christmas! Share your photos with us by emailing them to news@wintertexantimes.com. The museum will be closed December 24, 25, and 31, and January 1. Bed quilts and wall hangings must be ready to hang, with a sleeve for display purposes. To allow for the broadest representation, participants may submit only one item per person. The quilts will be on exhibit from January 11, through February 28, 2025. Quilts will be exhibited in the Museum’s Post Office building. The quilts will be judged by a panel of independent judges, with ribbons awarded for first, second, and third places in each category. Best-of-Show, Viewers’ Choice and Social Media awards will also be given. The highlight of the Quilt Show will be the “Turning of the Quilts” program, accompanied by an awards reception where outstanding entries will be recognized. This event offers a wonderful opportunity to admire the artistry and craftsmanship of local quilters, and the public is warmly invited to attend. The Turning of the Quilts and Awards Reception will be held Friday, February 7, 2025, at 2 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit the Mission Historical Museum or call (956) 580-8646. Entry forms are available at the Mission Historical Museum (900 Doherty Ave.), and staff members are happy to answer any questions. QUILT From pg. 14 ite childhood memories to life – from Monopoly boards and Super Mario adventures to the timeless creativity of Legos. The museums hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Weslaco Museum is located at 500 S. Texas Blvd. For more information, visit their website at weslacomuseum.org, find them on Facebook, or call (956) 968-9142. Brownville Historical Association will present its Department 56 Miniature Holiday Village collection at the Historic Brownsville Museum. Founded in 1976, the Department 56 Company captures the spirit of Christmas through various themed collections that can be seen through the display. Donated by the Gloor family in memory of collector, June Gloor, the exhibit contains over 500 ceramic pieces including figurines, animals and lit structures. The Historic Brownsville Museum is located at 641 E. Madison St. They are open from Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (956) 541-5560 for more information. A $6 fee, $4 for seniors, gets you into both of their museums. The Alamo Museum has a couple of exhibits on display and are great to take in during this time of year. The museum has 300 Nativities Scenes on display. They have also have 220 Madonna and Child figurines from around the world on exhibit. These exhibits and pieces have been donated to the museum. You will also see approximately 1,800 angel figures that were collected by Shirl Pfeiffer over a period of 30 years. Shirl and her husband are from Wisconsin and were Winter Texans for some time before moving permanently to Alamo. The Museum is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed during lunch from 12 to 1 p.m. They are also open on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The museum is located at 130 S. 8th St. MUSEUMS From pg. 5 the Festival of Lights is open until 11 p.m. each night. The Illuminated Trail drive thru allows you to experience the enchanted two-mile trail of dazzling lights and displays from the comfort of your own vehicle. Entry is through 23rd St. and Arena Drive. You can buy the Dash Pass to skip the line. Entry is located at 10th St. and Arena Drive. The Santa Express Train Tour, a favorite among visitors, continues through January 5. Visitors will have a chance to tour the two miles of over 500 illuminated displays and over five million lights for $15. The tour also has a narrated guide with holiday music. Train boarding is located in front of the Payne Arena. There are still tickets available for the December 19 Christmas Dining Experience at 5:15 or 6:15 p.m. (as of press time). Unwrap the magic with this experience that includes a three-course dinner, reserved seating for the Santa Express Train, Christmas performances, and admission to the Illuminated Christmas Maze. If you have grandkids in town, you might want to participate in the Festival Character Dining Experience. You can eat, play and laugh with characters during this fun and interactive dining experience. A narrated train tour is included. Advance purchase is required. Dates still available are December 20, 22, and 23. You can also have fun at the Illuminated Holiday Maze. Step inside this holiday adventure and get those perfect photos with your friends and family while you walk through the giant illuminated displays, lighted tunnels, and the Festival Christmas tree. And don’t forget to get a picture with Santa. He is still available December 20 through 23. Entertainment will be throughout the month at the city hall courtyard. For more information, tickets, and a full schedule of events, visit their website online at hidalgofestivaloflights.com. The Payne Arena is located at 2600 N. 10th St. Advance tickets are required for many of the events. LIGHTS From pg. 1
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