17 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com MARCH 25, 2026 Doug Fowler 3201 E. EXP. 83 • DONNA, TX 78537 (956) 464-3378 www.claytonhomesdonna.com Lic. # rbi3356 • Samsung Stainless Seel 18 Cu Ft Frost Free Refrigerator • Samsung Stainless Steel 30” Electric Range • Samsung Stainless Steel Dishwasher • 42” Kitchen Cabinet System • 60” x 40” Tub Shower in Primary Bath • 60” Tub / Shower Guest bath • 2” Cordless Blinds Throughout • 38” x 82” Craftsman Front Door w/Storm • Cottage Rear Door • Argon Gas Low E Thermal Pane Windows • Ecobee Programmable Thermostat • 40 gal Rheem Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater • Ebuilt Insulation R38-15-22 • Plumb & Wired for Washer and Dryer of Donna Clayton Homes children. The park has established a working relationship with the school having been invited to be honored at their Veteran’s Day program. They also brought 60 children over to the park to present their Christmas program to residents. Fabric was donated and dog beds were made and donated to the Mission Animal Shelter. Again, this season Seven Oaks has made and donated a number of handmade bibs, hats and blankets for the NICU babies at Mission Regional Hospital. Our guests do such beautiful work and every piece is infused with love! Submitted by Angel Baker SEVEN OAKS From pg. 2 Explore the hidden lives of winged mammals Quinta Mazatlán invites the community to take flight into the fascinating world of bats during a special Thursday Night Live presentation, “Bats in Palms,” with Environmental Education Specialist Josue Ayala on Thursday, April 2, from 6 to 7 p.m. Though often misunderstood, bats are essential players in the Rio Grande Valley’s ecosystems. They pollinate plants, disperse seeds, and consume thousands of insects each night. In this engaging presentation, Ayala will shine a light on the lesser-known stories of the Valley’s native bats and their unique connection to one of our most iconic native trees: The Sabal Palm. Guests will learn about the mysterious evolution of bats, their extraordinary adaptations, and the vital relationships they maintain with South Texas plants and landscapes. From roosting in palm fronds to patrolling nighttime skies, bats contribute immensely to the health of the region’s habitats. Ayala will also share easy, practical ways for families and gardeners to make their own spaces more bat friendly. Ayala’s love for nature was sparked by the landscapes of the RGV and deepened through his participation in the Texas Master Naturalist program. Though his career began in social work, he now blends his passion for community and conservation as the Vice President of the Native Plant Project and an Environmental Education Specialist at Quinta Mazatlán, where he helps people of all ages connect with the wild spaces around them. This program is free with general park admission. For more information, contact (956) 681-3370, follow Quinta Mazatlán on social media or visit their website: https://www. quintamazatlan.com. Josue Ayala will present “Bats in Palms” at Quinta Mazatlán, highlighting the secret lives of South Texas bats and their special relationship with native Sabal Palms. (Courtesy photo)
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