7 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com NOVEMBER 11, 2026 FIND US ON FACEBOOK Now Accepting Cigna Medicare Advantage New Patient Exams only $180 • Includes all necessary x-rays • Oral Cancer Screening • Intra-oral Photos • Comprehensive Exam • Periodontal Screening No Dental Insurance? NO PROBLEM! 2407 E. Griffin Pkwy. – Mission, TX www.sharylanddentalcare.net 956-581-2773 For dental care you can trust and have confidence in Come See Us At Sharyland Dental Care GPZ holds “Salute to Our Troops” Discount Day In celebration of Veterans Day, the Gladys Porter Zoo is expressing its deep gratitude to the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces by offering special discounted admission during its annual Salute to Our Troops Appreciation Days. This year, military members and their families can take advantage of discounted entry on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Discount Days were also held on the weekend prior to Veterans Day.) To honor active-duty service members, retirees, and veterans, the Zoo is reducing admission to $6 per adult (ages 14+) and $4 per child (ages two to 13), representing a savings of nearly 65% off regular adult ticket prices. Beyond enjoying the Zoo’s lush grounds and diverse collection of wildlife, visiting military families can awaken their inner explorer with several new major additions and immersive attractions. Walk beneath rare ocelots roaming on elevated skywalks and observe primate species in habitats set among Mesoamerican-inspired architectural replicas in El Mundo Huasteco y Totonaco (Phase II). Take in a bird’s-eye view of the Zoo’s lush grounds and waterways as you soar high above the park on the Soaring Eagle Zipline. Step into a 360-degree motion-simulated safari and underwater journey at the Wild Explorer Virtual Reality Experience. Enjoy hands-on wildlife encounters at dedicated feeding stations for giraffes, flamingos, and giant Galapagos tortoises with interactive animal feedings. “As our nation celebrates Veterans Day, we want to honor our military service members and veterans who sacrifice so much for our country,” said Cynthia Garza-Galvan, Marketing Director at the Gladys Porter Zoo. “This annual promotion is a small token of our appreciation. We invite military families from across our region to enjoy a day together, explore our newest exhibit additions, and make lasting memories at the Zoo.” To receive the discounted rate, visitors must present a valid military ID, retiree ID, or VA card at the gate when purchasing tickets. The discount applies to the military member and their immediate family. For more information about Salute to Our Troops Discount Days or Zoo hours, please visit www.gpz. org or call (956) 546-7187. Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands. Marines, local supporters, and volunteers will engage with local businesses, media and individuals within their communities collecting new, unwrapped toys and distributing those gifts to disadvantaged children allowing them to experience the joy of Christmas or any celebrated holiday. Collections have already begun and will continue through December 25. Be sure to check your local VFW chapters, your park, and other places like banks that you might visit, to see if they have a Toys for Tots box at their location. We’ll have a box at our office at 1217 N. Conway that you are free to drop a new, unwrapped toy into as well. Last year, the Mission Toys for Tots supported 5,000 children. Cameron County Toys for Tots campaign supported over 18,000 children with Christmas toys. Find a local Toys for Tots chapter near you by visiting the website at www.toysfortots.org. Scroll down to the world map and find your location. In Texas, you can find contact information for the Mission and Cameron County coordinators. It is estimated that 41% of America’s children live at or below the poverty level. The mission of Marine Toys for Tots is to bring the joy of Christmas to disadvantaged children with the goal of delivering a message of hope that will inspire youngsters to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens. Now, in Toys for Tots’ 79th year, they are asking their supporters of the program to help them achieve another record-breaking year. It is their goal to deliver the magic of the holidays to every family seeking holiday help from Toys for Tots. TOYS From pg. 1 STBIF welcomes author Diana Rojas Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 11, and get ready for a special evening celebrating books, authors, and the love of literature. Join the South Texas International Book Festival (STIBF) at 7 p.m. at the Main Library Auditorium as they welcome author Diana Rojas for the launch of her latest novel, They Hold Grudges! Spend the evening meeting Diana, hearing about her newest release, and enjoying an engaging conversation with the author. Whether you’re an avid reader or simply enjoy discovering new books and connecting with fellow readers, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience the excitement of a book launch right here in McAllen. This is a free event, so bring a friend and join for a fun evening celebrating literature. View event details and learn more about the book launch at https://mcallenlibrary.net/ stbf/schedules/dianarojas
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