Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 39, No. 4 © 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, November 19, 2025 When talking about Brownsville museums, you can’t talk about just one. Brownsville has the Heritage Museum, Stillman House Museum, the Historic Brownsville Museum, Costumes of the Americas Museum, and the Laureles Ranch House Museum. The Brownsville Historical Association has a wonderful fold out map of the City of Brownsville. Through visiting areas on the map, you will learn its history and the importance of many buildings in the city. You can discover a lot of Brownsville’s history, heritage and culture that the Brownsville Historical Association is preserving in downtown BrownsINDEX Events Calendar p 5 Reunions p 5 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 9 On The Road p 13 Business Guide p 16 Classifieds p 17 Coupon Index p 18 Taste of the Valley p 19 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 4 We talk about this every year – how the food pantries kick up their game during the holidays. They put out their need to help their communities for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The food pantries try to give the families they support a traditional meal for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The Martin Valley Ranch parks in Penitas are known to support the Penitas Food Pantry throughout the year, and especially during the holidays. In previous years, the community parks have not only helped keep the pantry stocked, but they also helped build their new building and help with stocking for the children for Christmas. This year has been a little different because the need is so big. One of the gentlemen that helps at the pantry put a call out less than two weeks ago for help. Here is a little bit of Jeff Reardon’s original post on the Enchanted Valley Ranch Facebook Page: “As many of you know, I help out at the Penitas Food Pantry. The pantry has been working hard, trying to keep up with the See TURKEY pg. 3 Enchanted Valley Ranch resident thanks his Turkey Angels Brownsville is rich with history Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Everyone is probably getting their supplies, trimmings, and more getting ready for their festive meal. Many are looking forward to getting together with friends and family. And yet, there are those around us that might not have that privilege. We often think about those who need a helping hand even more during the holidays – when it is a need year-round. But while we are thinking of them during the holidays, it’s nice to give a little more of our time, and maybe a gift, or a meal. I invite you to find someone to help this season of giving. It doesn’t have to be monetary. It can be just checking in, giving some flowers, a card, or just a note to say I am thinking of you. A smile goes See HISTORY pg. 3 Volunteers help unload donated turkeys at the Penitas Food Pantry. (Courtesy photo) Fort Brown. (Photo by Carina A. Brunson)
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Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. 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 news@wintertexantimes.com. Events Calendar: Items must be open to the public. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. 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 news@wintertexantimes.com. Reunions: We 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. Please include all pertinent information, a contact person, and contact phone number. 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 reunions@ wintertexantimes.com. o t s t e . t l , - e f l TURKEY From pg. 1 growing client level, now at over 400 families, each month. Luckily, they bought meat earlier in the year when it was aplenty and stored it away in their new walk-in freezer and have continued being able to give meat every week. But they were unsuccessful in buying turkeys for Thanksgiving and it doesn’t look good for buying hams for Christmas.” Jeff proceeded to buy turkeys himself for the pantry and asked for help in getting more. He delivered 24 birds that first week with the hopes of getting at least 100 more each week. Jeff mentioned a sale on turkey at Wal-Mart and HEB and that he would accept cash or check, Cashapp, or Venmo. He wasn’t sure what he would get from his post, but he was pleasantly surprised with what he was able to do with what he got. With the help of Kathy Dreis Severance spreading the word, he was able to pick up 96 turkeys last week with the cash that was donated. An additional 39 turkeys were dropped off at his house, the park hall, and the pantry. “I am so proud and grateful to all my ‘Turkey Angels’ this week,” said Jeff. He was personally able to hand out turkeys last week to some of the poorest families in not only Texas, but the whole United States because of the generosity from the community. “Of course,” he continued, “we have one more week before Thanksgiving, so we need about another 135 turkeys for this week.” Jeff is on a mission to finish out Thanksgiving for these families. “I have faith we will come up with enough turkeys…. But I really am going to need all the help I can get if we are going to provide a Real Christmas meal for all 440+ families that rely on Penitas Food Pantry each month.” “From the bottom of my heart, I thank you all.” If you want to help Jeff out, you can call or text him at (715) 7816080. If you want to reach out to the Penitas Food Pantry, call (956) 3307776. HISTORY From pg. 1 ville. They also have historic walking tours, museum tours, and more. You can download a version from www.brownsvillehistory.org or get one at one of the museums. On the website you can also download their walkable tours and sync it with Google Maps or other software you might have on your phone. They have six walking tours depending on what areas you want to see. If I had more time, I would have probably gone on a couple of their walking tours. Their Downtown and Market Square Walking Tour includes the Stillman House, Profirio Diaz House, Webb Drugstore, San Roman Building, Majestic Theatre, the Old City Library, and more in their downtown historical area. The Stillman House is all set up pretty close to how it would have been in the 1850’s. It has a beautiful hearth kitchen, outdoor garden area, wood floors, white columns out front, and there is an area that displays the history of the Stillman’s and city. The Porfirio Diaz House has been transformed into a museum. There is a lot to see in this building – from the history of farming, trains, cars and battles that have been fought in the area. The Fort Brown Walking Tour includes the Post Hospital Annex/ See HISTORY pg. 20
NOVEMBER 19, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 4 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Call or Email ads@wintertexantimes.com BRING US ALONG, & THERE’S ALWAYS MORE TO SEE, MORE TO DO Thanks for coming to Texas! Winter Texan TIMES Serving Winter Texans From Mission To South Padre Island Since 1987 Vol. 38, No. 24 © 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com Wednesday, March 26, 2025 INDEX Events Calendar p 4 Reunions p 6 Parks Calendar p 8 WintertainersTM p 8 On The Road p 12 Taste of the Valley p 17 Coupon Index p 20 Classifieds p 21 Business Guide p 21 Rina’s Ramblings See RAMBLINGS pg. 17 This season is ending, and I hate to see it go. We always enjoy your time with us, and our time with you, and we sure are going to miss it while you are gone. We know you are coming to the Valley for the community, the weather, lower prices, and more. We also know you are coming because of the culture and the warm welcomes you receive. But it is also your warmness that makes us love seeing you each year. Speaking of that warmness, you do so much for the communities you live in – whether it is for See THANK YOU pg. 18 Thank you for coming, safe travels, see you next season 2025 Winter Texan Fiesta. Photo by William Brunson By Herb Moering Hundreds of Winter Texans turned out Friday under picture perfect weather for the 49th annual Tourist Day in Nuevo Progreso. The event to say “thanks” to all those who come to shop, eat, purchase medicines and have dental work done in Progreso began with a brief welcome in the Bridge Authority Building from Samuel Robert Sparks Jr., the private bridge co-owner, to various area government officials and spouses and special friends. See PROGRESO pg. 20 Tourists enjoy refreshments and entertainment in Progreso Members of both delegations and honored guests took a moment out to exchange greetings and have some photos taken to commemorate the 49th Annual Tourist Day 2025. Photo by Herb Moering This season has, once again, been a blast. We have a lot of fun when we are out and about with you, sharing your news, and hearing your stories. I had the opportunity to hear many stories this year. What you see in the paper is sometimes just a bit of what is shared. I keep learning how eager you are to help others, to be there for your friends, and to teach others how to do the same. It’s amazing to see the strength you have and watch you use your experiences to help the community you live in through service, teaching, and more. We always enjoy sharing the stories of community service you do for your park, and for organizations, schools, and churches in your community. We get to see how thankful and how full of gratitude everyone is for your service – whether it be through volunteer work, making something, donating food, or any of the other multitude of ways you find to fulfill the need. We, and so many IN PRINT, ONLINE ON ANY DEVICE YOU WILL WANT TO TAKE IT WITH YOU WHEREVER YOU GO 956.580.7800 1217 N CONWAY, MISSION Follow us on Facebook.com/ wintertexantimes www.WinterTexanTimes.com FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES a long way as well and doesn’t cost a thing. --------- I was emotionally overwhelmed by a post I saw this past week that showed just why the Rio Grande Valley is so very special. Not only do people love coming to the Valley because of its weather, but a huge part is because of its people. In this case, it was because of the love of our Wintertainers™. Our Wintertainers™ have a true love, not only for what they do, but also for the people they serve and the people that love them. A gentleman shared his recent experience with some of those Wintertainers™. He shared how his mother had been sick and how these entertainers ask about her and know when she is absent. He also shared the service they were giving him and his mother – by an impromptu haircut, and best of all, a personal concert. This, my friends, is why our Winter Texans love the Valley so much. We get to know each other. We become friends. We recognize when others are missing, when they are hurting, when they need something. We love and care for each other. I hope that while you are here, you get a chance to find a special friend, find an entertainer you love, find some great friends that you will look forward to seeing year after year. I know we have our own connections with some of you and some of our Wintertainers™. It’s a highlight to our year when we see certain people return, and sad when we find out someone can’t return. So go out and have fun. Make some friends. Learn why we love the Valley and why the Winter Texans call it their second home. RAMBLINGS From pg. 1 VILLAGE From pg. 2 be live entertainment provided by local schools and organizations. A full calendar of events and entertainment can be found on their website. Santa will be available for pictures every Friday and Saturday night. Patrons can also enjoy delicious treats from a variety of food vendors, as well as performances by many local dance groups, choirs, school groups and more, throughout the nearly six-week long event. And direct from the North Pole is Fritter the Elf who will be returning to the Holiday Village. From Thanksgiving Day through Christmas Eve, join in the fun of finding Fritter and enter to win daily and weekly prizes from H-E-B and the Children’s Museum. Please know there are many elves in the Holiday Village, but there is only one Fritter, and he is dressed in a Children’s Museum T-shirt. All you have to do is find Fritter, take a picture in front of the cottage where he is hiding, and post on your Facebook or Instagram and tag Holiday Village. Full rules can be found online. There is also an opportunity to participate in a scavenger hunt. You can find a Scavenger Hunt checklist online and take it with you when you visit the Village. You can race your friends or family or take your time finding all 40 items on the list. Regular Village hours are Sunday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. This family-friendly attraction is funded by grants and sponsors and organized entirely by volunteers. You can visit their home page at https://holidayvillagebrownsville. com/ for all the details. Go stroll through the Holiday Village and be magically transported to the North Pole. Admission is free and the memories are priceless.
5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 19, 2025 EVENTS CALENDAR November 1-29 – The Upper Valley Art League will celebrate 90 years of enriching the community through art There will be a special anniversary exhibit on display throughout the month showcasing members premier works of art in photography, watercolor, ceramics, acrylic, mixed media, oil and more. UVAL is located at 921 E. 12th St. in Mission. For more information, visit uppervalleyartleague.org. November 19 – The Upper Valley Art League will celebrate 90 years of enriching the community through art. A special anniversary ribbon cutting will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. UVAL is located at 921 E. 12th St. in Mission. For more information, visit uppervalleyartleague.org. November 19 – Join UTRGV Arts at the TSC Performing Arts Center for a Faculty Showcase Recital featuring individual and collaborative works by the Brownsville campus applied music faculty. It will be held at 7 p.m. General admission is $10. November 20 – Weslaco Museum will host their Al Fresco from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Visit the museum and enjoy music, art, and community. The museum is located at 500 S. Texas Blvd. November 20 – Enjoy the UTRGV Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Norman Gamboa for a powerful performance featuring works by Brahms, Ortiz and Zyman on Thursday, November 20, at 7 p.m. The performance will be held at the UTRGV Performing Arts Center in Edinburg. You can find out full information, their full schedule, and purchase tickets on their website at www.utrgv.edu/arts/. November 20 – McAllen Community Concert Association will present C Street Brass, a brass quartet playing a variety of genres from Frank Sinatra to Astor Piazzolla and Billy Joel to George Gershwin. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m., and the doors open at 6:30 p.m. at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Single concert tickets range from $25 to $65 and are available at http://mcallenconcerts.com/. November 20-23 – The UTRGV Theatre presents Bright Ideas, “A comedy about ambition, parenting, and pesto – Bright Ideas follows a couple willing to do anything (literally anything) to get their toddler into the best preschool. Shows will be held at the UTRGV Marian Monta Theatre in Edinburg, November 20-22, at 7:30 p.m., and a matinee show on November 23 at 2 p.m. General admission is $17. November 22 – February 15 – The IMAS Members’ Juried Art Show will be on exhibit. The exhibit provides members with an opportunity to professionally display their artwork at the museum. Opening reception will be held November 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. Awards are announced at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10. IMAS is located at 1900 Nolana Ave., McAllen. November 22 – 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. November 22 – 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. November 22 – 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. November 22 – The Harlingen High School Band Boosters will hold a golf tournament fundraiser at Tony Butler’s Golf Course in Harlingen starting at 7 a.m. with registration and a light breakfast. Visit their website at mhb-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/ for full details. November 22 – Weslaco Museum will host their Saturday Speaker Series: Joe Vidales from 2 to 3 p.m. The 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 have such a meeting, you will send the information to us so we can help you spread the word. You can send your information to news@wintertexantimes.com. Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers The Rio Grande Valley Woodcarvers will have their weekly Thursday get togethers at the Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., in McAllen from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. They will meet every Thursday, excluding holidays, until the last Thursday in March 2026. Any questions, call Pam Horstman at (816) 590-6521. RGV Senior Texan Softball League The RGV (previously Ed Marten’s) Senior Texan Softball League is open to all local Texans as well as Winter Texan senior men and women aged 55 years and older. The league practices are held at McAllen’s West Side Park, located on S. Ware Road directly across from the McAllen Convention Center. The Division A practice is every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 a.m. Division B practice is every Monday at 9 a.m. Practices run from now through December. The first week of January the league will “draft” players into teams for some competitive play. For more information, call Fred Esqueda at (956) 897-6961 or Mike Brower at (734) 834-0128; or email Mike at mbrower@umich.edu. Submarine Veterans The Submarine Veterans will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on the third Thursday from now (Thursday, November 20) through April at the Junction Café, 11 S. Cage Blvd., in Pharr. For more information, contact Larry at (715) 305-0401. Fayette County, Iowa Make plans for the Fayette County, Iowa reunion set for Thursday, January 15, 2026. 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. NRLCA Winter Texans The NRLCA Winter Texan insurance meeting will be held Tuesday January 27, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. at the Victoria Palms Restaurant, 602 N. Victoria Rd., in Donna. Lynne Paller, Director of Health Insurance Programs, along with Aetna and CVS will be guests. You will order off of the menu. For more information contact Harry Rhoades at (816)-390-7600 or email bingohwr@grm.net. museum is located at 500 S. Texas Blvd. November 22 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host Our Night Sky at 7:30 p.m. All programs are free with park admission. Reservations are required. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details by calling (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission November 23 – Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park will host a Plant Walk at 9 a.m. All programs are free with park admission. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details by calling (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-RGV State Park is located at 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission. November 23 – 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/. November 28 – Harlingen Art Night will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. in Downtown Harlingen and A Street. It is held the last Friday of each month. Check out their Facebook for links to their call for artists signups. , l o u t n e r t . y .
NOVEMBER 19, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 6 WINTER TEXAN TIMES Parks celebrate their Veterans This past week many parks celebrated the Veterans in their parks. Tropic Winds and Sunshine RV were just two of the many parks that held events to honor Veterans for their service and sacrifice. The Veterans Day Celebration at Tropic Winds was held to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of the veterans in the community. To start the ceremony, the Harlingen High School Color Guard presented the colors. Then each branch was called forward, and their respective armed forces medley was played as everyone sang along. As a token of appreciation, a coin was presented to each Veteran in attendance, as well as a complimentary meal following the ceremony. There were around 75 people in attendance, with around 26 Veterans honored. During the event, the spouses of the military members were also acknowledged. Joiel Quick, emcee and a resident at Sunshine RV said their event was beautiful and many US and Canadians, their family and friends, were present to be honored. They were grateful to have the cadets from the Marine Military Academy on hand to post the colors. Among the cadets was the guest speaker, Grady O’Rourke, a third-year cadet. Special recognition went to John Ramsier. Ramsier turned 100 years young this year and served in WWII, Normandy with the US Army, 1943-1945, 12/53rd Combat Engineers. Special Veteran Recognition was also given to Luther Dappen. Dappen served as a CPL in the US Army, 19491953, 25th Infantry Div. Tom Auger was on hand to give some brief Texas military history and also spoke of Sunshine RV’s Veterans Wall of Honor. Music was provided by Ray Barreras, with some Glenn Miller songs, and the military medleys for the US and Canada. The US National Anthem was sung beautifully by Wanda Morrison Barreras and everyone joined in. Guy Boudreault sang the Canadian Anthem, O’ Canada, in both French and English. Pastor Larry Q Allen gave the opening and closing prayers. Event Chair Vickie Heggan was honored for pulling the whole event together to ensure all our US and Canadian Veterans felt appreciated. Thanks also goes out to the volunteers working behind the scenes including Vickie and Sunshine RV management. Approximately 100 people were in attendance. Harlingen High School Color Guard presents the colors at Tropic Winds. (Courtesy photo) Marine Military Academy Cadets with event organizers at Sunshine RV. (Courtesy photo) MMA Cadets with a recognized WWII Veteran. (Courtesy photo) Veterans Wall at Sunshine RV. (Courtesy photo)
7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 19, 2025 Wait times may vary. Physicians are independent practitioners who, with limited exceptions, are not employees or agents of South Texas Health System. The System shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the nondiscrimination notice, visit our website. 252907866-2993963 6/25 Close-to-Home Care Home Care WITH LIMITED WAIT TIMES Visit southtexashealthsystem.com/outpatient for more information. Valley residents can rely on the freestanding emergency departments of South Texas Health System® for quality emergency care and closeto-home health checks and screenings. Our freestanding emergency departments are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, staffed with ER nurses and physicians ready to treat a wide range of emergencies. In addition to providing quality emergency care, a variety of health checks and screenings – with limited wait times – are available, including: • Bone density and computed tomography (CT) scanning • Digital X-rays Diagnostic, imaging and lab appointments are available on a same-day, walk-in basis. Discounted rates are available for cash payments. Our freestanding emergency departments are located in: Alamo • McColl • Mission • Monte Cristo • Pharr • Ware Rd. • Weslaco • Laboratory tests • Digital mammography National Wreaths Across America events planned Volunteers across Texas are joining the national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) to prepare for National Wreaths Across America Day, Saturday, December 13. This year, 453 participating locations across the state will participate in the annual event, which honors every interred American veteran with a live balsam wreath. This December, 744 local WAA Sponsorship Groups have registered. They are working to raise the funds needed to place wreaths on the graves of the more than 574,600 service members resting in these participating cemeteries. Through these efforts, volunteers help advance WAA’s year-round mission to remember the fallen, honor those who serve, and teach the next generation the value of freedom. To view participating locations and sponsorship groups in Texas, or to support a local effort, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica. org and use the Search option. Each location page provides details about local groups, events, and opportunities to get involved. Earlier this month, Veterans Land Board Chairwoman and Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Bukkingham, M.D., encouraged Texans to help the Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery (SVC) in Mission., achieve its goal of having over 4,400 wreaths sponsored to lay at the graves of our nation’s heroes. The cemetery’s Wreath Laying ceremony is on Saturday, December 13 at 9 a.m. As of Monday, November 17, the cemetery had 1,446 wreaths sponsored, only 32% of its goal (4,400). The RGV SCG is also seeking volunteers to help with the ceremony. See WREATHS pg. 16 (Photos by Carina A. Brunson)
NOVEMBER 19, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 8 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 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, November 19 Breakfast - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 7:30-9am. Shuffleboard Tournament - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 8am4:30pm. Wednesday Burger - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm. Country Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 1pm, Food available 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Dos Hombres, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 3-5pm, Rene from The Night Howlers, pass the hat. Karaoke with Irv - McAllen Mission RV Resort, Mission, 4-6:30pm, Y’all come on down. Hall-2. Great music, voices, and entertainment. Food and snacks for sale, call for menu. Bring your friends, visit and show your talent. Look for the Flag. 956-585-7630. 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $8pp. 956-7876461. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Thursday, November 20 Craft Fair - Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission, 8am-Noon. Shuffleboard Tournament - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 8am1pm. Country Jam - El Valle Del Sol, Mission, 10am-Noon, At the Peppermint Palace. Lunch - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 11:30am-1pm. Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6pm. Dance - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 6:30-9pm, Denim & Lace, $10pp. 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Concert - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, The Band Wanted, $12pp advance/$14pp at the door. Dance - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 7-10pm, Lockharts, $10pp. BYOB. Pop & water available for sale, free ice. 802 S. International Blvd. 956-376-1248. Dance - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 7pm, Texas Wheels, $10pp. Friday, November 21 Patio Sales - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 8:30am, 2401 N. Abram Rd. Yahoo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-2:30pm. Line Dancing Lessons with Joyce - We RV Champions of Rio Hondo, 1-3pm, Learn how to line dance with music. Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-7pm, 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 6-9pm, Michael Flores & Southern Vibes, $10pp. Entertainment - Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-9pm, Vinyl Spin, $10pp. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6:30-8:30pm, 956-7876461. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Entertainment - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 6:30-9pm, Lady and The Outlaw, $8pp. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Jayne’s Jukebox Junkie, $10pp. Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, 11th Street Band, $10pp advance/$12pp at the door. Sport Jersey Nite Dance - Bit-OHeaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $10pp. 50/50 & door prizes. Free lite refreshments/ice. Soda & popcorn for sale. BYOB & snacks. Dance - Tropic Star RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $10pp. Friday Night Dance - Alamo Rose RV and MH Resort, 7-10pm, Diego & Edith, $10pp. Saturday, November 22 Garage Sale - Aladdin Villas, Mission, 7am, Ballroom. Office Monday/Wednesday a.m. 956-5811288. Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9am. Park Wide Yard Sale - Pine to Palm Resort, Weslaco, 8am-Noon, Gates will be open. 802 S. International Blvd. Parkwide Patio Sales - Casa del Sol, Donna, 8am-Noon, Gates open promptly at 8 a.m., no early birds. Patio Sales - Dream Valley Ranch, Mission, 8:30am, 102 Nap St., 124 Nap St., 133 Dream St. Mission Bell Meeting - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9am. Mission Bell Cookie Candy Party - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 1pm, Cookies and candy will be given to local charities. Details will be given at the meetings. Karaoke with Andrew - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free. Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-9pm, Gatos Locos, $10pp at the door. BYOB & snacks. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, Steven May and the Southern Knights, $9pp. 800 State Hwy. 495. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $10pp. Dance - Lakewood Village, Harlingen, 7-10pm, Jeanette and Tito, $10pp. 4515 Graham Rd. Sunday, November 23 Non-Denominational Church Service - San Juan Gardens, 9am, 900 E. Bus. Hwy. 83. Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-10am, 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Sunday Worship - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30am, 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Church Service - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am. Worship Services - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am, Pastor Frank McKeehan. Fellowship following. Worship Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 10am, Non-denominational church services in the South Hall with Pastor Steve. 956423-3137. 2801 Harrison. Gospel Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30pm, 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Monday, November 24 Dinner - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 4:30pm. Country Jam - Lamplighter Park, Palmview, 5:30pm, 2240 S. Bentsen Palm Dr. Tuesday, November 25 Tradewinds Meeting - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9am. Trail Dance Lessons - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 11am, Beginner 11 a.m., intermediate 12 p.m. Questions: 815-383-6783. 7211 Ford St. Lunch & Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 11am, Lunch 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Jam 1 p.m.-3 p.m. 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3-5pm, Curt James, pass the hat. 50/50 & door prizes. CALENDAR PARKS See PARKS pg. 10
9 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 19, 2025 Sundays 1:30-5:30pm Live Music in Event Center Steven May & Leon Mann NOW HIRING All Positions! 1 Hour River Tours Wed • 1:00pm Thurs • 1:00pm Fri • 1:00pm Sat • 1:00pm Seniors - $13 Adults - $15 Child - $11 Wed • 11am-8pm Thurs • 11am-8pm Fri • 11am-8pm Sat • 11am-8pm Sun • 11am-8pm OPEN (956) 581-1033 Riverside In-MissionTx Relax Outside By The Rio Grande River Friday Fish Fry 3:00pm-7:00pm White Fish or Shrimp Dinner $14.99 Combo Dinner $15.99 Coleslaw, Baked Beans, French Fries, Hush Puppies Welcome Back! RIVERSIDE DREAMER River Tours Call (956) 581-4477 Reserve Now for Current Week Only Additional River Tours Added as Needed Covered Cushion Seating/ Enclosed Windows & Heating No Outside Beverages or Food Allowed riversideclubmission.com • 214 E. Chimney Rd. • Mission, TX DALE & GAYLE Variety Shows • Country • Rock & Roll Oldies • Gospel • Christmas Live Videos • CD Clips • YouTube Videos (580) 362-5437 daleeisenhauer@sbcglobal.net Dale & Gayle daleandgayle.com Call for Bookings ACE’S BBQ MONDAYS & FRIDAYS 4:30-7:30 p.m. All Season 2536 E. GRIFFIN PKWY., MISSION SCHEDULE Available for bookings this season We are still available for this New Year’s Eve For more information call: 956-580-7800 email: ads@wintertexantimes.com Make sure your events are like... THIS!! HOW? Advertise in the Valley’s #1 Winter Texan Paper CRAFT SHOWS & SALES Dec 15 • 8am-12pm • Mission Bell Craft Show Dec 20 • 8am-12pm • Tradewinds Craft Show Dec 20 • 8am-12pm • Community Garage Sale Activities: 956-585-4833 RV & MH RESORT MISSION BELL TRADE WINDS Mission Bell - 1711 E Business Hwy 83 ~ MISSION, TX ~ Tradewinds RV Resort - 1005 N Stewart Rd DANCES Dec 4 & 18 • Texas Wheels 7pm • $10 • Mission Bell Ballroom Dec 6 • Vinyl Spin 7pm • $10 • Mission Bell Ballroom Dec 11 • Steven May 7pm • $10 • Mission Bell Ballroom Dec 13 • The Warman Trio Christmas 50’s Sockhop 7pm • $12 • Mission Bell Ballroom JAMS Thursdays (Beginning Dec 4) • Country 1pm Lunch 12-1pm • Mission Bell Ballroom (No Jam or Lunch Dec 25) Fridays (Beginning Dec 5) • Country 6pm Tradewinds Hall CHURCH SERVICE Sundays • 9:30am Mission Bell Ballroom DANCES • 6-9PM • $10 Nov 21 • Michael Flores & Southern Vibes Nov 28 • Kaboom Dec 5 • Vintage Travelers Dec 12 • Bottom Line Band Dec 15 & 29 • Soup Supper • 4pm Nov 24, Dec 8 & 22 • Monday Dinner • 4:30pm Nov 19, Dec 3, 17 & 31• Wednesday Breakfast • 7:30-9am Nov 20, Dec 4, 11 & 18• Thursday Lunch • 11:30am-1pm MEALS HAPPY HOUR • 3-5PM • PASS THE HAT Nov 19 • Rene from The Night Howlers Dec 10 • Southern Harmony 1645 S Bentsen Palm Drive • Palmview 956-585-0703 Red Bertolucci Activity Director ALL EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC SHOWS • 7PM Dec 9 • Razz Ma Tazz • Donations Dec 17 • Curt James Christmas Show • $10 BIT O HEAVEN RV & MOBILE HOME RESORT 1051 W Bus Hwy 83 • Donna,TX 78537 SUSAN THOMAS, ACTIVITY DIRECTOR 603-396-2786 ENTERTAINMENT • 7-9 PM Dec 17 • Rusty Rierson • $10 Christmas Show Ice cream bars, soda & popcorn for sale. BYOB & snacks. TUESDAYS • HAPPY HOUR • 3-5 PM PASS THE HAT Nov 25 • Curt James Dec 2 • Bruce Boudreau Dec 9 • Route 66 Dec 16 • The Lady & The Outlaw Soda & popcorn for sale. 50/50 & door prizes. Free ice. BYOB & snacks. FRIDAYS • DANCES • 7-10 PM Nov 21 • Ron Moshier • $10 Sport Jersey Nite Nov 28 • Vinyl Spin • $10 Dec 5 • Jealous Heart • $10 Dec 12 • Sweetwater • $10 Soda & popcorn for sale. 50/50 & door prizes. Free lite refreshments/ice. BYOB & snacks. For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM
NOVEMBER 19, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 10 WINTER TEXAN TIMES 1048 N. Alamo Rd. • Alamo, TX 78516 • Office: 956-783-5008 SATURDAY DANCES Texas Wheels • 7-10 pm • $10 SHUFFLEBOARD TOURNAMENT Wed. Nov. 19 • 8am-4:30pm Thur. Nov. 20 • 8am-1pm WELCOME WINTER TEXANS We Are Excited To Have You Back Free ice. Soda & popcorn for sale. BYOB & snacks. R/C Racing Cars & Dinner - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 3-10pm, 1341 W US Bus. Hwy. 83. Happy Hour - Canyon Lake RV Resort, Mission, 5-6:30pm, Michael Flores’ 956 Rock Happy Hour, pass the hat. BYOB. Bingo Night - We RV Champions of Rio Hondo, 6-7:30pm, $1 cards. Dance - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $10pp. Wednesday, November 26 Wednesday Burger - Chimney Park, Mission, 11:30am-12:30pm. Country Jam - Heritage Square, Mission, 1pm, Food available 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Happy Hour - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 3-5pm, Carlos Canas, pass the hat. Karaoke with Irv - McAllen Mission RV Resort, Mission, 4-6:30pm, Y’all come on down. Hall-2. Great music, voices, and entertainment. Food and snacks for sale, call for menu. Bring your friends, visit and show your talent. Look for the Flag. 956-585-7630. 3366 N. Bentsen Palm Dr. Dance - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 7-10pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $8pp. 956-7876461. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Thursday, November 27 Thanksgiving Dinner - Leisure Valley Ranch, Mission, 2pm, $15pp. Acoustic Music Jam - Palm Gardens, Harlingen, 6pm. PARKS From pg. 8 For more information, photos and tour schedules visit Wintertainers TM at www.wintertexantimes.com www.wintertexantimes.com tainers Winter TM Friday, November 28 Yahoo - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 1-2:30pm. Line Dancing Lessons with Joyce - We RV Champions of Rio Hondo, 1-3pm, Learn how to line dance with music. Karaoke - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 5-7pm, 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Dance - Bentsen Grove Resort, Palmview, 6-9pm, Kaboom, $10pp. Karaoke - Tip O’ Texas RV Resort, Pharr, 6:30-8:30pm, 956-7876461. 101 E. Sioux Rd. Dance - Fun N Sun Resort, San Benito, 7pm, Steven May & the Southern Knights, $8pp advance/$10pp at the door. Dance - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 7-10pm, Vinyl Spin, $10pp. 50/50 & door prizes. Free lite refreshments/ice. Soda & popcorn for sale. BYOB & snacks. Entertainment - Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 7pm, Double Decker Band, $9pp. Dance - Winter Ranch RV Resort, Alamo, 7-10pm, Ron Moshier, $9pp. Saturday, November 29 Breakfast - Eldorado Acres RV Park, Palmview, 7-9am. Flea Market - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 7:30-11:30am, Breakfast burritos, rolls, & coffee available. 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Mission Bell Meeting - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9am. Karaoke with Andrew - Victoria Palms Resort, Donna, 6-9pm, Free. Dance - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 6-9pm, Lockharts, $10pp at the door. BYOB & snacks. Dance - Trophy Gardens, Alamo, 7-10pm, The Howlers, $9pp. 800 State Hwy. 495. Dance - Casa del Valle Resort Park, Alamo, 7-10pm, Texas Wheels, $10pp. Turkey Twist Dance - Winter Green Estates, Mission, 7-10pm, Time Travelers, $10pp presale/$12pp at the door. Sunday, November 30 Non-Denominational Church Service - San Juan Gardens, 9am, 900 E. Bus. Hwy. 83. Church Service - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 9-10am, 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Sunday Worship - Pharr South Park, Pharr, 9:30am, 1402 S. Cage Blvd. Church Service - Mission Bell Resort, Mission, 9:30am. Worship Services - Palm Shadows RV/MH Park, Donna, 10am, Pastor Frank McKeehan. Fellowship following. Worship Service - Eastgate RV & MH Park, Harlingen, 10am, Non-denominational church services in the South Hall with Pastor Steve. 956423-3137. 2801 Harrison. Monday, December 1 Jam Session - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 1-3pm, 1341 W. US Bus. Hwy. 83. Tuesday, December 2 Trail Dance Lessons - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 11am, Beginner 11 a.m., intermediate 12 p.m. Questions: 815-383-6783. 7211 Ford St. Lunch & Jam - Roadrunner RV Resort, Alamo, 11am, Lunch 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Jam 1 p.m.-3 p.m. 1222 N. Cesar Chavez Rd. Happy Hour - Bit-O-Heaven RV Park, Donna, 3-5pm, Bruce Boudreau, pass the hat. 50/50 & door prizes. Free ice. Soda & popcorn for sale. BYOB & snacks. R/C Racing Cars & Dinner - Alamo Palms MH & RV Park, 3-10pm, 1341 W US Bus. Hwy. 83. Happy Hour - Enchanted Valley Ranch, Mission, 4-6pm, Lockharts, pass the hat. Happy Hour - Llano Grande Resort, Mercedes, 5-7pm, David Hatcher “The Juice”, pass the hat. Event Center. Cafe & Bar open. 956-790-8445. 2215 E. W Blvd. Bingo Night - We RV Champions of Rio Hondo, 6-7:30pm, $1 cards.
11 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • 12 Colors Vinyl Siding • Complete Building Supplies • Patio Covers & Carports • Window Awning Parts • Exterior Vinyl Shutters • Phifer Solar Sun Screens • Custom Aluminum Fabrication • MH & RV Accessories The SIDING SOURCE “Lets Build a Deck”....Composite Decking/Vinyl Deck Railing DUTCH LAP VINYL SIDING (12 COLORS IN STOCK) MOBILE HOME SKIRTING (6 COLORS IN STOCK) CLASSIC RIB METAL ROOFING THE SIDING SOURCE 705 BUS. 83 • ALAMO, TX • (956) 787-2721 90 YEARS OF TRUSTED SERVICE Planning a Project? We Give Expert Advice on all Products and Projects Check us out at www.KautschTV.com FREE ESTIMATES VALLEYWIDE DELIVERY 715 N. Westgate Dr., Weslaco | 956-968-2708 RioValleyEstates@gmail.com | www.RioValleyEstatesTX.com Within 5 Blocks Of All You Need Only 2 Blocks Off I-2, Your Connection To The Entire RGV Come see how the right location makes all the difference! Manager’s Special FREE MONTH* *Rent A RV Pad Site For 2 Months, Get A 3rd Month FreE *Offer valid for 1st time renters. Not valid with any other offer. Call office for details. Expires 1/21/26. • FREE High Speed Internet • FREE Cable TV • Swimming Pool & Hot Tub • Pickleball Court • Recreation Hall Recreation Hall • Fun Activities • Concrete Pad Sites • Full Hookups • Wide Paved Streets • Gated Community Separate RV Section Features: Expwy 83 Business 83 W Pike Blvd Panther Dr Westgate Dr RVs at Rio Valley Estates Port Isabel announces tree lighting, holiday parade The City of Port Isabel will kick off the 2025 holiday season with their 17th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Hometown Christmas Holiday Parade on Saturday, December 6. The community celebration will be held in the heart of coastal Port Isabel. Mayor Cantu Jr. and the Port Isabel City Commissioners invite the community to attend and participate in a Port Isabel holiday tradition. Hometown Holiday Parade starts at 6 p.m. and the lighting of the Community Christmas Tree in Beulah Lee Park starts at 7 p.m. The tree lighting will feature performances, vendors, Santa Claus and a bigger and brighter Christmas tree. The City of Port Isabel’s Public Works Department will also be decorating the Highway 100 medians with festive holiday lights and more. A longtime tradition, the City of Port Isabel adds new and exciting features each year. Staging for the parade will take place at 4:30 p.m. in front of the Laguna Madre Youth Center on Port Road. The parade will begin at 6 p.m. The parade route will head east on Queen Isabella Blvd. (Hwy. 100) and end at the Port Isabel Events & Cultural Center (309 E. Railroad Ave.). Parade applications must be in by Friday, December 5. Any application received after Friday, December 3rd will be inserted at the end of the parade line-up in the order it is received. Online applications can be found at https://portisabel-texas.com/blog/christmas-tree-lighting-parade/. Cash prizes are available for first and second places. Winners will be notified and announced on social media. This event is accessible. Seating is available. Cutout in curbs for easy on/off access to sidewalks. Pets are allowed but must be leashed and curbed. No ice-chests or soft-sided coolers are allowed in the event. No alcohol or smoking is allowed in Beulah Lee Park. The event is open to the public. Limited vendor space is available. Call (956) 433-1015 or (956) 9431822 for more information. 2023 Port Isabel Tree Lighting Ceremony. (Photo by Anastasia Brunson)
NOVEMBER 19, 2025 www.wintertexantimes.com 12 WINTER TEXAN TIMES (956)566-1157 Playground For Retirees Ranchero Village Homes by Ranchero Sales, License #MHDRET00001830 Website: www.RancheroVillageTX.com RancheroVillage@outlook.com (956) 968-6223 1900 S. Bridge Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596 (Sister Park to Rio Valley Estates) • 14,000 Sq. Ft. Rec Hall • Free Cable and Internet • Exercise Room • 24 Shuffle Board Courts • 30’ Wide Streets • Gated Community • Ceramic Studio • Stained Glass Studio • Billiards, Cards, Crafts • Wood Carving Studio • Swimming Pool & Oversized Spa • R/C Race Track Amenities include • Free Lot Rent – (For One Year!) • Free Concrete Drive • 1 Free Spectrum Cable TV box • Free Skirting & Carport • 1 Free Internet Modem • Free Smart TV • Free Washer & Dryer Free!!! With Purchase of a New Model Home The Salvation Army seeks volunteers While many are just beginning to think about holiday decorations, The Salvation Army has been preparing for Christmas for months—ensuring that families in need across McAllen can experience the joy and hope of the season. As red kettles begin to appear outside stores and Angel Trees are set up in local businesses, volunteers are urgently needed to help bring the spirit of Christmas to life. The Salvation Army of McAllen is calling on the community to Give with Joy by volunteering for its Red Kettle campaign and Angel Tree program – two beloved traditions that make a real difference for thousands of individuals and families. “Volunteering makes such a big impact on so many lives during the holidays,” said Major Frankie Zuniga with The Salvation Army in McAllen. “Whether you can spare an hour, a morning, or a full day, share the gift of your time and Give with Joy to those who need it most. You can ring the bell at a kettle on your own, with your family, or bring a whole group—it’s a wonderful way to serve together.” Every dollar collected in the Red Kettle supports The Salvation Army’s social services programs throughout the year right here in McAllen. Visit www.RegisterToRing.com and follow the prompts to sign up for the location and shift of your choice or contact Major Frankie Zuniga at (956) 682-1468 or Frankie.Zuniga@uss.salvationarmy.org. Volunteers are needed through December 23. The Salvation Army will provide gifts for 2,800 children through the Angel Tree program this year, thanks to the generosity of local donors and businesses. Volunteer activities include working at Angel Tree adoption locations, sorting gifts, and participating in the gift distribution day for registered families. Churches and businesses can also host an Angel Tree to bring joy and holiday cheer to children in the community. Angel Trees are asked to be available from now through December 18. Contact Major Jan Zuniga at (956) 682-1468 or Jan.Zuniga@uss. salvationarmy.org Whether you’re ringing a bell, helping with Angel Tree gifts, or serving holiday meals, your time and compassion help The Salvation Army Give with Joy to those who need it most this holiday season. Visit www.salvationarmymcallen.org, call (956) 682-1468 or visit at 1600 N. 23rd St., to donate or learn more about how you can support The Salvation Army this Christmas. Courtesy photo
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