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JAMS
>> Alamo Palms, 1341 W. Bus. 83, Alamo, (956) 787-7175.
Mondays- Jam sessions at 1 p.m. through March 16.
>> Alamo Paradise Acres, 1513 W. Crockett, Alamo, (956) 283-1771.
Jam sessions every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. with bars and coffee available.
>> Alamo Rec-Veh Park, 1320 W. Frontage Road, Alamo, (956) 783-5440.
Country jams every Tuesday from 12:30 to 3 p.m. with lunch from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pam Millsap is host and for more information, call Linda Miller at (956) 783-5440.
>> Alamo Rose RV and Mobile Park, 938 S. Alamo Road, Alamo, (956) 783-2600.
Jam sessions on Mondays at 1 p.m. with lunch available at 11 a.m.
>> Bentsen Grove Park, 810 N. Bentsen Palm Drive, Mission, (956) 585-0703.
Thursdays- Country/western jams from 1 to 3 p.m. with lunch available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
>> Bentsen Palm R.V. Park, 4201 Bentsen Palm Drive, Mission, (956) 585-0541.
Fridays- Valley jam from 1 to 3 p.m. through March 20 with Carol Hamilton M.C. with lunch available from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Pay at the door and everyone is welcome.
Wednesdays- Acoustic Bluegrass jam from 9 to 11 a.m. through March 18 with Jack Biernack M.C. with breakfast available. Pay at the door and everyone is welcome.
>> Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-4159.
Jam session every Saturday at 1 p.m. with refreshments served.
>> Bit O Heaven R.V. Park, 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-5191.
Jam session every Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. with lunch served at 11 a.m.
>> Bluebonnet RV Park, 4000 N. Bentsen Palm Dr., Mission, (956) 519-8263.
Country/western jams from 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday through March
Gospel jams every Sunday through March at 6 p.m.
>> Canyon Lake Resort, 4770 N. Mayberry Road, Mission, (956) 580-4545.
Jam session every Tuesday at 6 p.m. with food served from 4 to 6 p.m. with the best cookies in the Valley.
>> Casa Del Sol, half mile south of Expwy. 83 on FM 1423, Donna, (956) 464-9042.
Jam sessions are every Friday from 12:30 to 3 p.m. to March 13. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bring a musical instrument and join the players or bring your chair and cushions to enjoy the music.
>> Circle T RV Park, 1820 Clay Tolle St., Mission, (956) 585-5381.
Open country jam every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. with concession stand open from 4 to 6 p.m. Call Jim brooks at (956) 580-3445 for more information.
>> Citrus Valley RV Park, 2901 Highway 107, McAllen, (956) 316-4592.
Country western jam session every Monday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. through March 9. Refreshments served at break and a 50/50 drawing. Everyone is welcome.
>> Country Palms RV Park, 600 E. FM 495, San Juan, (956) 787-0680.
Country/western jam sessions every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Public and all musicians welcome. Refreshments served.
>> Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N. Abram, Mission, (956) 584-0018.
Wednesdays- Jam sessions at 1 p.m.
>> East Gate RV Park, 2801 E. Harrison Ave., Harlingen, (956) 423-7329.
Country jam every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m.
>> Enchanted Valley Ranch, 4 1/2 miles west on Expy. 83, Mission, (956) 580-6845.
Thursdays- Big band era jam from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. with no charge through March
>> Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Road, Mission, (956) 585-6070.
Sunday jam sessions from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. with old time and country music. Designated in park bass player and designated drummer and fiddle player. Entertainers will be selected by number system. All listeners welcome. New Jam host is Chester Gapinski.
>> The Grove, Bus. 83 and Stewart Road, San Juan.
Gospel jams from 6 to 8 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month to March 27.
>> Hidden Valley Ranch, west on Hwy. 83, Mission, (956) 580-4477.
Jam session every Friday at 6 p.m. through March Hot dogs and brats available from 4 to 6 p.m.
>> La Hacienda Estates, S. Tower Road, Alamo, (956) 702-4712.
Big band jams every Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
>> Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Road, Harlingen, (956) 423-1170.
Tuesday jam sessions at 1 p.m.
>> Llano Grande Lake Park Resort, south end of mile 2 west, Mercedes, (956) 565-1506.
Jam sessions are every Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Rec. hall to March 27.
>> Mission West RV Park, 3805 W. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-5551.
Sundays- Gospel jams at 1:30 p.m.
Mondays- Jam sessions at 6 p.m. with refreshments served. All jammers and listeners welcome. Lee Dodd is emcee.
>> Oleander Acres, 2421 S. Conway, Mission, (956) 519-7008.
Tuesdays- Jams at 1 p.m. through March 31. Everyone is welcome and refreshments served.
>> Palm Shadows RV Park, 200 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-3326.
Fridays- Big band jams from 7 to 9 p.m. with pizza, beer, wine and soft drinks available.
Saturdays- Country jams from 3 to 5 p.m. with pizza, beer, wine and soft drinks available.
>> Paradise Park, 100 E. Hackberry Ave., McAllen, (956) 682-8081.
Jam session every Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. with lunch served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone welcome.
>> Pharr South RV Park, 1402 S. Cage Blvd., Pharr, (956) 781-4887.
Jam session every Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. with lunch available at noon through March
>> Pleasant Valley Ranch, 7320 W. Expwy. 83, Mission, (956) 580-2940.
Wednesdays- Jams at 6 p.m.
>> Rio Valley Estates Park, 715 N. Westgate Drive, Weslaco, (956) 854-4017.
Acoustic jam sessions will be the second Thursday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. with 50/50 draw and donuts and coffee will be served through March
>> Siesta Village, 2712 S. International Blvd. (Also F.M. 1015), Weslaco, (956) 447-8248.
Country western jam sessions are every Tuesday at 6:30 to 9 p.m. Bring your talent and your instruments. Outsiders welcome.
>> Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Road, Mission, (956) 581-1871.
Jam session every Sunday at 6 p.m.
>> Southern Comfort Resort Park, 1501 S. Airport Dr., Weslaco. (956) 968-1660.
Jam sessions are every Monday from 12:30 to 3 p.m. with lunch available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
>> Split Rail RV Park, 513 N. Los Ebanos Road, Mission, (956) 585-8135.
Jam sessions every Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. with cookies and coffee served.
>> Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Road, Pharr, (956) 782-6538.
Country western jams are every Monday from 1 to 3 p.m.
Big band jams are every Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m.
>> Texan Mobile Park, 2901 W. Bus. 83, Mission.
Music jams each Friday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. through March 15. Refreshments served and all are welcome.
>> Weslaco Trailer Park, 600 S. Bridge Ave., Weslaco, (956) 968-3474.
Jam sessions every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. with lunch available from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
>> Winter Haven Park, 1015 W. Sam Houston, Pharr, (956) 787-7881. Jam sessions from 1 to 3 p.m. every Monday with no admission. Everyone welcome but musicians are by invitation only. Cookies and coffee will be available during intermission. 50/50.
>> Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 FM 495, Alamo, (956) 781-1358.
Country jams from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. every Saturday. Lunch at 11 a.m.
SALES
>> Aladdin Villas, 1501 W. Aladdin Villas Blvd., Mission.
Feb. 19- Arts and crafts show from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with breakfast rolls and coffee served. Lunch BBQ sandwiches, soup and pies will be served. For more information, call Shirley Broadbent at (956) 581-3886.
Feb. 26- Fashion show and luncheon with lunch at 12 p.m. at $12 per person. Reserved seating only. Call Donna Scheuneman at (956) 584-9658 for more information.
>> Alamo Rose, 938 S. Alamo Road, Alamo, (956) 783-2600.
Feb. 20- Craft sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with lunch available.
Feb. 28- Annual yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon with bargains, baked goods, coffee and lunch available.
>> Bentsen Palm R.V. Park, 4201 Bentsen Palm Drive, Mission, (956) 585-0541.
Feb. 16- Craft sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Homemade cinnamon buns will be served and a spaghetti lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
>> Bentsen Grove Resort, (956) 585-0703, 810 N. Bentsen Palm Drive, Mission.
Saturdays- Craft shows from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. the second Saturday of each month with a breakfast of biscuits and sausage gravy available from 7 to 9 p.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Feb. 17- Big Ed's Auction (#12004) will be held at 9 a.m. A breakfast of biscuits and sausage gravy will be available from 7 to 9 a.m. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Auction consignment is the day before the auction at 12:30 p.m.
Feb. 21- Annual rock show from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a breakfast of biscuits and sausage gravy available from 7 to 9 a.m. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Feb. 28- Annual quilt show from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Breakfast of biscuits and sausage gravy available from 7 to 9 a.m. and lunch available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
>> Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-4159.
Feb. 26- Quilt/craft show from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tea room is available.
>> Bit O Heaven R.V. Park, 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-5191.
Craft sale every second Friday of Feb. and March with lunch served at 11 a.m.
>> Bluebonnet RV Park, 4000 N. Bentsen Palm Dr., Mission, (956) 519-8263.
Feb. 17- Craft and park wide sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tailgaters are $3 and tables are $6. Breakfast available and lunch served at 11 am. Free coffee all morning. Call (956) 519-8263 for table reservations.
>> Citrus Valley R.V. Park, 2901 W. Hwy. 107, McAllen, (956) 289-8496.
Feb. 21- All Park yard sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
>> Country Sunshine Resort Park, 1601 S. Airport Road, Weslaco, (956) 969-1557.
Feb. 22- Eighth Annual Quilt Exhibit from 1 to 4 p.m. There will be door prizes, vendors and a quilt raffle. Admission is free and for more information, call Doris Hambleton at (515) 570-3988.
Feb. 28- Garage sale from 7 to 10 a.m. Biscuits & gravy and donuts will be available.
March 1- Art show from 1 to 4 p.m. This yearly show has had artists from all over the U.S. and Canada. Each guest will have the chance to judge the art pieces. You are the judge and prizes will be awarded to the artist in accordance with the voting.
>> Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Road, Mission, (956) 585-6070.
Feb. 28- All park garage sale from 8 a.m. to noon.
>> Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Road, San Benito, (956) 399-5800.
Feb. 28- Arts and crafts fair at 8 a.m. with free admission in the Rec. Hall.
>> Heritage Square Recreation, 300 S. Bryan Road, Mission (956) 519-0756.
Feb. 20- Flea market and bake sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be served.
>> Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Drive, Mission, (956) 580-4477.
Feb. 21- Craft shows from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with lunch served at 11 a.m. There will be indoor and outdoor vendors. Includes door prizes and 50/50 drawing.
>> Kaleidoscope of Life Quilt Show
Feb. 20/21- The Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild's 27th Annual Quilt Show, "Kaleidoscope of Life" will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Pharr International Convention Center in Pharr. Admission will be $5. There will be a quilt display and raffle quilt, silent auction of miniature quilts, sale of quilted items by Guild Members, twenty vendors, quilter's boutique and second hand rose. Scissor sharpening will also be available.
>> Leisure Valley Ranch, 1920 Bogey Dr. #230, Mission, (956) 424-1858.
Feb. 17- Ladies luncheon and ropa style show and auction at noon. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased at Leisure Valley Ranch office.
Feb. 17- Craft show with trash and treasures. Coffee, donuts and lunch will be available.
>> Leisure World Community, 400 E. 18th St., Weslaco, (956) 968-8180.
Feb. 21- Craft, flea, patio sale from 8 a.m. to noon. Breakfast and lunch will be served.
>> Lemon Tree R.V. Inn, 1740 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-6861.
Feb. 21- Craft and yard sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with door prizes, coffee and donuts. Lunch and homemade desserts available.
>> Magic Valley Park, 2300 E. Bus. 83, Weslaco, (956) 968-7235.
Feb. 18- Craft sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with coffee and donuts served. Lunch served at 12 p.m. For more information, call Janet Johnson, Lot 415, at (956) 968-7235.
>> McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N. McColl Road, McAllen.
Feb. 24- Craft sale and lunch from 8 a.m. to noon with coffee and rolls served from 7 to 10 a.m. and lunch 11 a.m. to noon. There will be door prize drawings. Ample parking and something for everyone!
>> Mission Bell Resort, 1711 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-4833.
Feb. 16- Craft sale.
>> Mobile Gardens, 1901 N. Glasscock Road, Mission, (956) 583-6732.
Feb. 21- Mobile Gardens Recreation Club will hold its craft and rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Coffee and a variety of coffee cakes will be available in the recreation hall.
>> Paradise Park, 301 E. Hall Acres Rd., Pharr, (956) 787-1521.
Feb. 24- Craft sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Coffee will be served from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Lunch will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tables will be available and for more information, call Donna at (956) 781-4297.
>> Paradise Park, 100 E. Hackberry Ave., McAllen, (956) 682-8081.
March 2- Craft sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with lunch available. Crafters welcome. Call Jeanne Hahn for table reservations at (956) 683-1963.
>> Ranchero Village, 1900 S. Bridge Ave., Weslaco, (956) 968-6223.
Feb. 26- Craft sale plus from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Cinnamon rolls and coffee served at 8 a.m. and lunch served from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information or table reservations, call Bette Strauss at (956) 447-1348 or Dee Tenold at (956) 447-0805.
>> Restful Valley Ranch Park, 7130 W. Expwy. 83, Mission, (956) 519-8650.
Feb. 26- Craft and patio sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
>> Rio Valley Estates, 715 N. Westgate, Weslaco, (956) 447-8168.
Feb. 26- Patio sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
>> Seven Oaks RV Park, 801 S. Inspiration Road, Mission, (956) 581-0068.
Feb. 28- Annual park garage sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
>> Snow to Sun RV Park, 1701 N. International Blvd., Weslaco, (956) 968-0322.
Craft and flea market sale every first Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tables available. Call (360) 981-1647 for more information.
>> Tip O Texas R.V. Resort, 101 E. Sioux Road, Pharr, (956) 787-6461.
Feb. 21- End of driveway sale from 7:30 a.m. to noon.
>> Trade Winds Resort, 1005 N. Stewart Road, Mission, (956) 580-8130.
Feb. 21- Craft sale and flea market from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Lunch served with homemade tacos, sloppy joes and pies. For tables, contact Norma Miller at (956) 580-8130.
>> Trinity Episcopal Helping Hands, Aster and Caffery, 2 blocks South of Bus. 83,, Pharr.
Thrift sale every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.
>> Trophy Gardens RV Resort, 800 SH 495, Alamo, (956) 787-7717.
Feb. 21- Yard sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Feb. 28- Craft sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
>> Val's Kountry Corral RV Park, 307 S. Bentsen Palm Dr., Mission, (956) 585-9661.
Feb. 21- "Trade Days" from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with coffee, soda, donuts and smoked sausage on a bun available at the Chuckwagon. All booths will be just inside the front gate and vehicles must be parked on the road outside the gate. If a large item is purchased and needs to be picked up the gate person will give permission. There is limited space for outside vendors and it is $5 per space.
>> Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N. Victoria Road, Donna, (956) 464-7801.
Feb. 25- Quilt show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at $5 per person.
Feb. 28- Patio sale from 8 a.m. to noon.
>> Winter Haven RV Park, 1015 W. Sam Houston, Pharr, (956) 787-7881.
Feb. 28- All park patio sale from 7 to 11 a.m.
>> Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 FM 495, Alamo, (956) 781-1358.
Feb. 21- Yard sale from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
DANCES
>> Alamo Palms Park, 1341 W. Bus. 83, Alamo, (956) 787-7571.
Thursday night dances from 7 to 10 p.m. every Thursday with music by Sweetwater through March. BYOB, setups available and singles welcome. Admission is $4 per person.
>> Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W. Frontage Rd., Alamo, (956) 783-5440.
Mondays- Mainstream lessons to March 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. Through March 25, pre-rounds at 7 p.m. with Marge Sherrill and Mainstream dance from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
>> American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine St., McAllen, (956) 682-7841.
Feb. 15- Travis Country from 2 to 6 p.m. with chalupas served.
Feb. 20- Southern Style from 7 to 11 p.m. with dinner served from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Feb. 21- Sweetwater from 2 to 6 p.m. with chicken fried steak served.
Feb. 22- Southern Style from 2 to 6 p.m. with spaghetti served.
>> Bentsen Grove Resort, 810 N. Bentsen Palm Dr., Mission, (956) 585-0703.
Friday night dances are from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. with $4 admission. Singles welcome.
Feb. 20- Jay & Tammy
>> Bit O Heaven R.V. Park, 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-5191.
Dances are every Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 per person unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 20- Walter Plant Mardi Gras dance
Wednesdays- Line dancing with beginners from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and intermediate from 2:30 to 4 p.m. through March 11.
Saturdays- Square dancing from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and lessons from 1 to 2:30 p.m. through March 14.
>> Casa Del Sol, 400 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-9024.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 admission unless otherwise noted. Dances are BYOB and snacks with popcorn, ice and soft drinks available. Singles and non-dancers welcome.
Feb. 18- Dance to Lyle Beaver
Square dance schedule:
Saturdays- Mainstream donut dance from 10 a.m. to noon with Butch Danielski.
Saturdays- Mainstream donut dance from 10 to noon with Butch Danielski.
Wednesdays- Plus lessons/review from 1 to 3 with Butch Danielski.
Thursdays- Plus dance from 10 a.m. to noon with Butch Danielski.
>> Citrus Valley RV Park, 2901 Highway 107, McAllen, (956) 383-4839.
All dances are Friday nights from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 per person. There will be door prizes, popcorn, 50/50 drawings and singles are welcome.
Feb. 20- A Party of One "Ron O'Neil"
>> Country Sunshine Resort, 1601 S. Airport Road, Weslaco, (956) 969-1557.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 or $4 admission. BYOB, setups available and singles welcome.
Feb. 21- Deuces Wild
>> El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-5704.
Dances are every Saturday night from 7 to 10 p.m. with free popcorn, setups and ice available. Admission is $3.50 per person. Singles welcome.
Feb. 21- Fred King's Good Knights
Mondays- A2 Square Dance with Jerry Story at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesdays- Plus Square dance with Jerry Story at 10 a.m.
Wednesdays- C-1 Square Dance with Jerry Story
Thursdays- A2 Square Dance with Jerry Story. Square Dance with Jerry Story at 7:30 p.m.
>> Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Road, Mission, (956) 585-6070.
All dances are at 7 p.m. unless noted otherwise. Erv, Arnie & Wee Willie Band tickets are on sale at the park.
Feb. 18- Erv, Annie & Wee Willie
>> Fun N Sun RV Resort, (956) 399-5800, 1400 Zillock Road, San Benito.
Thursdays- Intro to square dancing from 3 to 5 p.m. with $4 per person. First timer's always welcome and free pedometer with paid dance admission while supplies last.
Fridays- Country Western dance with Texas Country Band at 7:30 p.m. in the dance hall through March 27 at $4 per person.
Saturdays- Plus dance with rounds from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Pre-rounds start at 7 p.m.
Sundays- Intro to square dancing from 1 to 3 p.m. and DBD fun dance from 3 to 5 p.m. First timer's always welcome and free pedometer with paid dance admission while supplies last.
Feb. 18- The Agency band playing 50's, 60's 70's, etc. for $4 at 7 p.m.
Heritage Square Park, 300 S. Bryan Road, Mission.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 admission and free ice and popcorn unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 21- Jealous Heart
>> Hidden Valley Ranch, west on Hwy. 83, Mission, (956) 580-4477.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 admission unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 21- Diamond Joe
>> Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Road, Harlingen, (956) 423-1170.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 admission.
Feb. 21- Gordy & Debbie
Wednesdays- Ling dancing at 1 p.m. with $2 per person.
>> La Hacienda Estates, S. Tower Road, Alamo, (956) 782-1494.
Dance to Mr. Morgan from 7 to 10 p.m. for $3.50 per person Sunday nights through March 8. BYOB, popcorn, ice and setups available.
Leisure Valley Ranch, 230 Bogey Dr., Mission, (956) 424-1858.
Country/western dance lessons Mondays from 2 to 4 p.m. through the end of March.
>> Llano Grande Lake Park, south end of mile 2 west, Mercedes, (956) 565-1506.
Dances are 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 per person. BYOB and setups available.
Feb. 21- The Cruisers with advance tickets available.
>> Magic Valley Park, 2300 E. Hwy. 83, Weslaco.
Dances are from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. with soda, ice and popcorn available. Lunch served and BYOB. Singles welcome.
Feb. 20- Travis Country
Plus square dance with rounds with caller Bill Sherrill and cuer Marge Sherrill.
Plus workshop review and plus square dance with rounds.
>> Mission West Resort, 3805 W. Bus. Hwy.83, Mission, (956) 585-0624.
Wednesday s- Country/western dances with Travis Country from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 per person. Free popcorn, coffee and door prizes available. Singles welcome.
>> Nancy and Dewayne Baldwin Dance Schedule, (765) 384-7270 or (765) 661-0612:
Tuesdays- PH II dance/workshop at 12:30 p.m. at Alamo Palms. PH IV dance/workshop at 3 p.m. at Alamo Palms. Pre-rounds at 7 p.m. at Alamo Palms. Plus SQ dance with Dick Duckham at 7:30 p.m. at Alamo Palms.
Wednesdays- Beginner lessons at 7 p.m. at Alamo Palms .
Thursdays- PH III dance/workshop at 3:30 p.m. at Alamo Palms.
Fridays- PH II-III-IV round dance party at 7 p.m. at Alamo Palms.
Sundays- Pre-rounds at 7 p.m. at Tip O Texas. Plus SQ dance with Wiley Hutchinson at 7:30 p.m. at Tip O Texas.
Feb. 21 or 28- Upper valley round dance at Tropic Star.
>> Orange Grove R.V. Park.
All dances are $3.50 per person from 7 to 10 p.m. BYOB and ice is furnished. Lunch served and door prizes given. Everyone welcome.
Feb. 19- Mr. Morgan
>> Palm Shadows RV Park, 200 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-3326.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with everyone welcome including singles.
Feb. 15- Lyle Beaver Valentine's dance
>> Pharr South, 1402 S. Cage Blvd., Pharr, (214) 675-6190.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 admission unless noted otherwise. Free popcorn, ice, cake, coffee and soda available. BYOB and door prizes will be available as well.
Feb. 16- Banana Dance
Feb. 20- Al Mikesh
>> Pine to Palm Resort Park, 802 S. International Blvd, Weslaco, (956) 968-5760.
Dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. with $4 per person unless noted otherwise. Singles welcome, BYOB, free ice and popcorn, pop available and door prizes and spot dances.
Feb. 19- Jealous Heart
Tuesdays- Square dancing plus from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with Butch Danielski.
>> Ranchero Village, 2100 S. Bridge Ave., Weslaco, (956) 969-3916.
Dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 per person.
Feb. 19- Paul Pagel
>> Randy Dougherty Calling Schedule:
Pharr South Park, (480) 924-1309, (602) 617-1841:
Mondays- Hot has and donuts non-stop plus dance with Kay & Bob "Ski's"/Rds. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. DBD plus workshop from 1 to 3 p.m. A2 dancing pre-rounds by Kay & Bob "Ski's" from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Tuesdays- C2 workshop from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. C1 dancing from 1 to 3 p.m. C2 dancing C3a tip from 7 to 9 p.m.
Wednesdays- Wacky Wednesdays A2 donut dance (all hash) from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. C1 star tips at 11:30 a.m.
>> Rio Valley Estates, 715 N. Westgate Dr, Weslaco, (815) 222-4471.
Mondays- Dance to the music by Al Mikesh from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 for singles and $7 for couples. Everyone is welcome and coffee and cake is served at intermission.
>> Snow to Sun RV Park, 1701 N. International Blvd., Weslaco, (956) 968-0322.
Happy Hour Dances from 2 to 4:30 p.m. "Pass the Hat"
Mondays- Larry Floyd
Tuesdays- Jay & Tammy
Wednesday s- Paul Pagel
Thursdays- Gabriel's
Friday- Ronnie Furr
Mondays/Wednesdays- Line dancing with Barb and Brian from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with donations.
Saturday Night Dances are $4 per person.
Feb. 21- Paul Pagel
>> Southern Comfort Resort Park, 1501 S. Airport Dr., Weslaco, (956) 968-3140.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 admission unless otherwise noted. Free popcorn and setups available.
Feb. 20- Lyle Beaver Sweetheart theme
>> Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Road, Pharr, (956) 782-7886.
Wednesdays- Square dance from 7 to 9:30 p.m. with Joe Saltel C-1 dance through March 25.
Fridays- Country Western dances from 7:30 to 10 p.m. featuring Sweetwater band with $3.50 at the door. BYOB and singles welcome. Last dance is March 13.
>> Tip O Texas R.V. Resort, 101 E. Sioux Road, Pharr, (956) 787-6461.
Mondays- Square dance lessons with Wiley Hutchinson from 1 to 3 p.m. through March
Tuesdays- Round dances through Apr. from 1 to 5 p.m. Phase IV+ figure clinic at 3:15 p.m. and basic round dance class with Bob "Ski" and Kay Kurczewski.
Wednesdays- The Bottomline Band from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 per person, BYOB and singles welcome.
Thursdays- Square dances with Joe Saltel, A-1/A-2 brush up-Fun shop from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. through March
Fridays- Night club two step dances advanced from 10 to 11 a.m. and beginners from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. through March 9 with Bob Battaglia.
Saturdays- Phase II-III round dance party at 3 p.m., Phase III-IV dance party at 6 p.m. and Phase IV-VI round dance party with Bob "Ski" and Kay Kurczewski at 8 p.m. through Apr.
Sundays- Pre-rounds with Nancy Baldwin at 7 p.m. Square dance plus with Wiley Hutchinson at 7:30 p.m. to March 16.
>> Trophy Gardens R.V. Park, 800 SH 495, Alamo, (956) 783-1003.
Dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. All dances are $3.50 unless noted otherwise. Advance tickets sold in the activity office.
Feb. 21- Walter Plant
>> Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S. Cage, Pharr, (956) 787-5773.
Feb. 15- Square dance mainstream party at 7 p.m. with Joe & Chris Saltel.
Feb. 16- Round dance, PH IV-V at 10 a.m. with the Nelson's. Round dance- PH V VI at 1 p.m. with the Nelson's.
Feb. 17- Square dance- A-2 donut dance at 10 a.m. with Joe & Chris Saltel. Square dance plus brush up/review at 1 p.m. with Joe & Chris Saltel. Round dance- PH III figure clinic at 10:45 a.m. in Hudson Hall room 5 with the Nelson's.
Feb. 18- Square dance- plus donut dance at 10 a.m. with Joe & Chris Saltel. Round dance- PH II workshop reviews at 1 p.m. with the Nelson's. Round dance- PH III-IV party dance at 6 p.m. with the Nelson's. Round dance- PH IV-VI party dance at 8 p.m. with the Nelson's.
Feb. 19- Round dance- PH IV-V-VI rhythm clinic at 10 a.m. with the Nelson's. Round dance- PH IV figure clinic at 1 p.m. with the Nelson's.
Feb. 20- Round dance- PH-V easy VI figure clinic at 10 a.m. with the Nelson's. Round dance- PH III-IV workshop at 1 p.m. with the Nelson's.
Feb. 21- Plus party at 7:30 p.m. with Joe & Chris Saltel. Pre-round plus at 7 p.m. with the Nelson's.
Feb. 22- Square dance mainstream party at 7 p.m. with Joe & Chris Saltel.
>> Tropical Valley Acres, 1240 E. Bus. 83, Mission.
All dances are on Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. with pop, popcorn, coffee and cake available. Cost is $3.50 per person, BYOB and everyone welcome.
Feb. 21- Al Mikesh
>> Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon St., Mission, (956) 583-0204.
Saturdays- Saturday night dances featuring Country Magic from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. through the end of March Popcorn and ice are free and setups are available. Admission is $4 per person.
>> Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N. Victoria Road, Donna, (956) 464-7801.
All dances are BYOB with setups, beer, wine and popcorn available.
Tuesdays- Country/western dances with Louis Gomez and Texas Country Band from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 per person. Singles welcome.
Sundays- The Music Makers from 2 to 4:30 p.m. with $4 per person. Singles welcome.
>> Winter Green Estates, 500 N. Bryan Road, Mission.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 per person. BYOB and ice will be provided.
Feb. 21- Lenny John-Sock Hop
Winter Haven Park, 1015 W. Sam Houston, Pharr, (956) 781-7881.
Feb. 20- Fred King's Good Knights from 7 to 10 p.m. at $3.50 per person. BYOB and ice & snacks available. Singles welcome.
>> Winter Ranch RV Resort, 600 FM 495, Alamo, (956) 781-1358.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 admission unless noted otherwise. Singles welcome, snacks and set ups available. BYOB.
Square dances:
Mondays- Mainstream lessons from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Plus lessons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesdays- Mainstream lessons from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Plus lessons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays- Mainstream dance from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Sundays- Plus dance from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
MEETINGS
>> 3M will meet the third Wednesday of each month at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna at 11 a.m. All are welcome. Call Louise at (612) 916-9236 or Hartly at (956) 289-8261 for more information.
>> 18th Annual Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa and surrounding neighbors reunion will be at 11 a.m. on Feb. 18 at Mr. Gatti's, located at 4100 N. Col. Row (2nd St.) in McAllen. Meeting will have food, fun and conversation. Come visit with old friends and make some new ones. Please wear your badges or nametags. See you there! For more information, call (563) 663-4705.
>> The 22nd Annual Travers/Big Stone Counties of MN Winter Texan breakfast will be on Feb. 22 at 8 a.m. at Ann's Restaurant, located at 221 W. Bus. 83 in San Juan. No reservations needed. Call (956) 782-0800 for more information.
>> Air Traffic Controllers and other retired CAA/FAA employees meet for breakfast in the Echo Hotel dining room, located at 1903 S. Closner Blvd. in Edinburg at 9 a.m. on the third Thursday of each month through April. Pilots, Canadian and military controllers welcomed. For more information, contact Phil Coulter at (956) 783-9754 or email him at coulter826@aol.com.
>> Albert Lea, MN Retired Streater Employees will meet at 1 p.m. on Feb. 18 at Mr. Gatti's, locate at 4100 N. Col. Rowe Blvd. in McAllen. For more information, call Dwaine Abbe at (507) 318-0554.
>> American Airlines TWA retirees breakfast will be on March 2 at 9 a.m. at Tejas Restaurant, located at 1308 Maco Road in Alamo. Call Jim Stilwell at (956) 781-8567 for more information.
>> American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine Ave., McAllen, (956) 682-7841.
Feb. 19- A.L.A. Exec. Meeting at 7 p.m.
Feb. 26- A.L.A. Gen. meeting at 7 p.m.
>> Appanoose County/Rathbun Lake, Iowa reunion will be on Feb. 19 at 11:30 a.m. at Harold's Country Kitchen in Donna.
>> Castle View RV Resort members luncheon will be held the second Thursday of each month through March 12 at the American Legion Post 1305 E. Jasmine St. in McAllen. Doors open at 11 a.m. and for reservations, call (405) 364-7091 or (262) 957-4970.
>> Caterpillar Retiree Reunion will meet on Feb. 18 at 11 a.m. at Mr. Gatti's, located at 4100 N. Col. Rowe Blvd. in McAllen. Door prizes and live music with no reservations required. Call Ben Ogg at (815) 252-4492 for more information.
>> Clinton County, Illinois reunion will be held on Feb. 24 at 11:30 a.m. at Golden Corral in Weslaco. Friends from neighboring counties are invited to attend. No reservations are required. For more information, call (956) 783-6847.
>> The Coffee Club is inviting you to jump start your day with a cup of coffee and conversation at the next Coffee Club gathering. This club is an informal gathering to share ideas about current events, the economy and investing along with a few cups of coffee and a lot of fun. The Coffee Club gathers every Thursday morning from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Edward Jones office of Vanessa Torres, located at 6500 N. 10th St., Ste. S in McAllen. Please feel free to stop in or call Kristin Miller at (956) 682-4848 to save a seat for you and a friend.
>> Decatur, Macon County, Illinois All Valley luncheon will be on Feb. 20 at 1 p.m. at the Junction Banquet Room, located at 111 S. Cage Blvd. in Pharr. For more information, call Kathy Moore at (956) 787-8230.
>> Des Moines, Iowa East High School meeting will be on Feb. 18 at 11:30 a.m. at Fiesta Tex-Mex Restaurant, located at 615 W. Bus. 83 in Weslaco. All who attended East High are urged to attend. These meetings will be held the third Wednesday of every month through March at the same time and place. For more information, call Lucy Rowland at (956) 781-6611.
>> Excel of Iowa get together will be at 11 a.m. on Feb. 25 at Mr. Gatti's, located at 4100 N. 2nd St. in McAllen. For more information, call Larry Forbes at (956) 783-0806.
>> Finnish Friends, a group that has fun with conversational Finnish, Finnish books, movie reviews and truly Finnish foods is looking for members to join the fun at Quiet Village II, located at 215 S. Valley View Road in Donna. Group meets every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. Anyone interested in anything Finnish is invited. For more information, call Robert Pratt at (218) 290-5605 or just show up.
>> Gluten Intolerance Support Group meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month through March at 9:30 a.m. at Palm Shadows RV Park, located at 200 N. Val Verde Road in Donna.
>> Holiday Rambler Chapter 191 meetings will be held the first and third Thursday of the month from through March The first Thursday meetings are held at Lone Star Restaurant, located at 4201 W. Bus. 83 in Harlingen and the third Thursday meetings are held at American Legion Post 37, located at 1305 E. Jasmine in McAllen. Doors open at 11 a.m. and lunch is at 11:30 a.m. with meeting or entertainment. For more information, call Pat Mehrwin at (956) 783-5952 or Mehrwinpd@att.net.
>> Hormel Food Retirees lunch will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 25 at Harold's Country Kitchen, located at 2111 E. Bus. 83 in Donna. All retirees and spouses/guests are encouraged to attend. Buffet lunch will include a fish entrée as it is Ash Wednesday. For more information, call Carl Gerlach at (956) 464-7071.
>> Iowa State University Alumni and others connected with ISU are meeting for breakfast at Victoria Palms Restaurant in Donna on Feb. 26 at 8:30 a.m. All ISU friends are invited. For more information, call (956) 968-8180 or email soy@iastate.edu.
>> John Deere Waterloo, Iowa Retiree's of the RGV will hold their annual buffet luncheon reunion on Feb. 19 at 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Gatti's, located at 4100 N. 2nd St. in McAllen. Spouses are welcome, please wear you name badges. For more information, call (956) 584-2654.
>> Lois Club meeting on Feb. 17 at 11 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant, located at 802 N. Victoria Road in Donna. Is your name Lois? Come to the annual Lois Club meeting for lunch with a bunch of Loises. Spread the word to everyone named Lois. No reservation required, just come on out and have fun. Order off the menu or have buffet. For more information, call Lois Lamping at (956) 972-1944 (McAllen) or Lois Bachelor at (956) 365-3227 (Harlingen).
>> The Magic Valley Retirement P.E.O. Group will meet at noon on Feb. 24 at the Club at Cimarron in Mission. P.E.O. members visiting in the upper RGV are invited to attend. Lunch will be at 12:15 p.m. followed by a meeting and program. For reservations, call Linda Kleven at (956) 585-9331. McCloud and Meeker County, Minnesota reunion will be held on Feb. 18 at 11 a.m. at Victoria Palms Restaurant. All is welcome and for more information, call Louise at (612) 916-9236.
Minnesota Winnebago Itasca Club will meet at 1 p.m. at Mr. Gatti's, located on N. 2nd St. in McAllen on Feb. 19 March 12. All Winnebago product owners and guests are welcome. Call (956) 782-1835 for more information.
>> Missouri Retired Rural Letter Carriers breakfast will be on Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. at Tejas Restaurant, located on "I" Road on the Westside of street just north of State Hwy. 495. Call Jeanette Bartles at (816) 738-3006 for more information.
>> Nebraska Winter Texan breakfast will be the first and third Tuesday of every month through March at 8:30 a.m. at the Nomad Shrine Club, located at 1044 W. Nolana in Pharr.
>> The Pharr Garden Club meets the first Saturday of the month. Meeting will be held at Paradise Park at 2 p.m. For more information, call (956) 630-5336.
>> Pine, Carlton, Aitkin, Minnesota counties and friends are invited to the Minnesota Potluck at the Heritage Square Rec. Hall, located at 300 S. Bryan Road in Mission, on Feb. 18. Social hour will be from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and noon potluck will include free coffee and iced tea. Bring your own table service and dish to pass.
>> RGV Retired Rails group will meet at Harold's Country Kitchen, located on Bus. 83 east of Donna, the first Tuesday of every month through March, Fellowship begins at 11 a.m. and buffet lunch at noon. All retired railroaders, spouses and guests are welcome. For more information, call Ernie Olson at (956) 784-4602 or email at ernie469@msn.com.
>> RGV Woodcarvers is a nonprofit, self-sustaining organization and is affiliated with the National Wood Carvers Association.(NWCA) Meetings are held every Thursday through March at the Nomad Shrines Hall, located at 1044 Nolana Loop in Pharr starting at 8 a.m. We work on our projects and enjoy being together. The Club maintains a small library of carving books and video tapes, which may be checked out by members at the weekly meetings. Visitors are Welcome, so come join us. If you have questions, call Marian at (956) 781-5023.
>> Schuyler County, Missouri annual breakfast will be held at Junction Café in Pharr on Feb. 21 at 9 a.m. All present and former Schuyler country residents and friends are invited. For more information, call Ron Farrell at (956) 451-6266.
>> South Texas United Auto Workers Retirees host monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month at Skateland Bingo, located at 1509 Morgan Blvd. in Harlingen. Meetings start at 10 a.m. and concentrate on the problems with health, aging, nursing home care, etc. For more information, call (956) 428-3555.
>> All Submarine Veterans and their guests are invited to Ann's Restaurant in San Juan on the third Wednesday of each month through March Social hour will start at 11 a.m. and lunch at 11:30 a.m.
>> Sunny Travelers RV Club welcomes all SunnyBrook/Mobile Stout owners to Sunny Travelers Texas Snowbird luncheon at noon on Feb. 17 at Jagz, located at 5419 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr. Call Jackie at Sunny Travelers at 800-262-5178 for reservations.
>> Telephone Pioneers and Family Campers are invited to a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Feb. 24 at Mr. Gatti's, located at 4100 N. Col. Rowe Blvd. in McAllen. For more information, call Judy at (785) 640-5549.
>> Thief River Falls, Minnesota area 24th annual reunion will be on Feb. 24 at Mr. Gatti's, located at 4100 N. Col. Rowe (2nd St.) in McAllen with a social at 12:30 p.m. and meal to follow. Winter Texans from the Thief River Falls, MN area and former residents who winter in the RGV are invited to attend. Spread the word, no need for reservations. Please wear your park name badges. For more information, call Etta Mooney at (956) 781-9466 or Dave Lunde at (956) 776-3627.
>> Walworth County, Wisconsin 21st Annual Winter Texan Reunion will be on Feb. 16 at 1 p.m. at Harold's Country Kitchen, located on E. Bus. 83 in Donna. For more information call Bill Austin at (262) 581-8066.
>> World War II Veterans and their spouses or lady friends will meet for breakfast at 8:30 a.m. on Feb. 24 at the Echo Hotel in Edinburg.
>> Worth, Winnebago Counties of Iowa and Faribault County, Minnesota will be meeting on Feb. 17 at noon at Peter Piper Pizza, located at 3201 N. Conway in Mission. Call John Wonsmos at (956) 519-0468 for more information.
MEALS
>> Aladdin Villas, 1501 W. Aladdin Villas Blvd., Mission, (956) 585-9014.
Mondays- Pancakes, ham, sausage, applesauce and coffee served for $3 per person from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Scrambled eggs are $0.50 each. BYOTS.
>> Alamo Paradise Acres, 1513 W. Crockett, Alamo, (956) 283-1771.
Saturdays- All you can eat pancakes from 7 to 9 a.m. for $2.
American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine Street, McAllen, (956) 682-7841.
Friday dinners are served with coffee, tea or water with a $7.50 donation from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Feb. 20- Pork Loin, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, salad, bun and dessert.
Feb. 27- Chicken Fried Chicken or Shrimp with mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, bun and dessert.
Wednesdays- Baked potatoes. Regular potato with butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon and onion is $3.50 Chili potato with chili and cheese is $4. Chili with chopped pork, cheese and onion is $4.50. Extra toppings are $0.25 cents per topping of butter, sour cream, bacon or cheese.
>> American Legion Post 101, 417 S. Cage Blvd., Pharr, (956) 787-9165.
All meals will be served through April.
Mondays- Hamburgers for $5.50 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and C/W dance music from 6 to 9 p.m. by Bent Roads Variety Band.
Tuesdays- Taco plate of three for $3.50 and taco salads for $4.50 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and $1.50 drinks from 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays- Spaghetti and homemade sauces with salad bar and garlic bread, all you can eat, for $6. C/W dance music from 6 to 9 p.m. by Bent Roads Variety Band.
Thursdays- Chili and cheese dogs for $1.50 and chicken wings and fries for $4 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and $1.50 drinks from 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Fridays- Alaskan Pollock fish or chicken strip plate for $6.75 or fried shrimp or combination plate for $7.50 including fries, hushpuppies and coleslaw from 5 to 7 p.m.
>> Bentsen Grove Resort, 810 N. Bentsen Palm Drive, Mission, (956) 585-0703.
Feb. 16- Monday night dinner of spaghetti with meat sauce, garlic bread, tossed salad, bread & butter and coffee or tea for $6.50. Pie also available.
Thursdays- Lunch available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sundays- Ice cream sundaes from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
>> Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-4159.
Wednesdays- Pancake supper from 4:30 to 6 p.m. serving all you can eat pancakes and coffee. Sausage, eggs and applesauce will also be available. BYOTS. Meals end Mar. 11.
>> Bit O Heaven R.V. Park, 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-5191.
All you can eat soups at 4:30 p.m. every Thursday for $1.50. Bring your own spoon, bowl and crackers.
>> Casa Del Sol, 400 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-9042.
Saturdays- Breakfast from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. through Feb. 28.
Fridays- Lunch from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. before jam sessions through Mar. 13.
>> El Valle del Sol, 2500 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-5704.
Everyone is invited to a pancake breakfast every Saturday from 7:30 to 9 a.m. All you can eat for $2.50. Bring your own table service. Breakfast continues through Mar. 21.
Fun N Sun RV Resort, (956) 399-5800, 1400 Zillock Road, San Benito.
Saturdays- Pancake breakfasts at 7:30 a.m. in the Rec. hall.
>> The Grove, E. Bus. 83 and Stewart Road, San Juan.
Thursdays- Pancakes, waffles, sausage, eggs and coffee from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
>> Lemon Tree R.V. Inn, 1740 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-6861.
All you can eat pancake supper every Thursday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. for $2.50. Side dishes are extra and BYOTS.
>> Mission West Resort, 3805 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Mission, (956) 585-0624.
Mondays- Hamburger night from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Best tasting hamburgers in the Valley! Cheeseburgers, chicken and other items also available.
Sundays- Ice cream socials at 2:30 p.m.
>> Nomad Shrine Club, 1044 W. Nolana Loop, Pharr, (956) 781-1986.
Everyone is welcome to meals. Groups of eight or more may reserve a table by calling (956) 781-1986.
Full breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. every Monday with biscuits and gravy, pancakes, French toast, fried potatoes, eggs, sausage, bacon, coffee and tea for $4 per person.
>> Paradise Park, 100 E. Hackberry, McAllen, (956) 682-8081.
Saturdays- Breakfast served from 7:30 to 9 a.m. consisting of pancakes, sausage or ham, applesauce, grits and coffee. A donation of $2.75 will be collected. Biscuits and gravy, eggs, etc. will also be available for reasonable donations. Bring your own table service.
>> Restful Valley Ranch, 7130 W. Expwy. 83 #141 Mission.
Breakfast is served each Saturday. First Saturday is pancakes & eggs with sausage or ham, second Saturday is ham & eggs with hash browns, third Saturday is French toast with sausage or ham, fourth Saturday is biscuits & gravy and fifth Saturday is ham & eggs with hash browns.
All dinners are from 4 to 6 p.m. for $5. Advance sales available.
Feb. 18- Ham ball dinner
>> Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Road, Mission, (956) 581-1871.
Fridays- Hamburger night at the social hall at 5 p.m. Fun night after hamburgers.
>> Southern Comfort Resort, 1501 S. Airport Dr., Weslaco. (956) 968-3140.
Feb. 19- Mabel's Free Clinic Annual Fundraiser breakfast of biscuits & sausage gravy from 7 to 10:30 a.m. A free will donation will be collected. Mabel's Free Clinic Association operates a free medical, dental and eye clinic in Nuevo Progreso, Mexico. All proceeds go to the support of this effort.
>> Texan Mobile Park, 2901 W. Hwy. 83, McAllen, (956) 686-3872.
Feb. 19- Spaghetti supper in Jaeger Hall. Meal includes spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, bread stick, dessert and drink from 4 to 6 p.m. for $5 per person at the door. Bring your own silverware and drink cup. Y'all come!
>> Winter Haven RV Park, 1015 W. Sam Houston, Pharr, (956) 787-7881.
Pre-Jam luncheons the first Monday of Feb. and Mar. from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
>> Winter Ranch, 600 FM 495, Alamo, (956) 781-1358.
Saturday lunches at 11 a.m.
ENTERTAINMENT
>> Aladdin Villas, 1501 W. Aladdin Villas Blvd., Mission, (956) 585-0412.
All entertainment is at 7 p.m.
Feb. 17- Vance Greek & the Deep River Boys
Feb. 20- Kerry Christensen
Alamo Paradise Acres, 1513 W. Crockett, Alamo, (956) 283-1771.
All entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m. unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 20- Alamo Variety Band
Feb. 22- Diamond Joe
>> Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W. Frontage Road, Alamo, (956) 783-5440.
All entertainment is at 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 15- Fab Four
Feb. 19- Ervin Pickhinke from Iowa, The Singing Farmer
Feb. 22- Travis Country
>> Alamo Rose Resort, 938 S. Alamo Road, Alamo, (956) 783-2600.
All entertainment is from 6:30 to 8 p.m. with doors opening at 6:15 p.m. Admission is $3.50 per person
Feb. 15- Sherwin & Pam Linton
Feb. 22- James Marvell Formerly of Mercy
>> American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine St., McAllen, (956) 682-7841.
Feb. 16- Jack Kay Band from 5 to 9 p.m.
Feb. 18- Jack Kay from 5 to 9 p.m.
Feb. 19- Karaoke from 7 to 11 p.m.
Feb. 23- Jack Kay Band from 5 to 9 p.m.
>> Bentsen Grove Resort, 810 N. Bentsen Palm Drive, Mission, (956) 585-0703.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. for $4 admission unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 15- Barbara Fairchild for $6 and tickets must be purchased in advance.
Feb. 18- Javiar and the Two Amigos
>> Bentsen Palm RV Park, 4201 Bentsen Palm Dr., Mission, (956) 585-0541.
All entertainment at 7 p.m. with $4 admission unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 19- Empty Pockets (toe tapping songs, string band)
Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-4159.
Feb. 20- Karaoke at 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 15- Raymus at 7 p.m.
>> Bit O Heaven R.V. Park, 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-5191.
Karaoke every Monday with Bill & Linda from 1:30 to 4 p.m.
Feb. 18- Walter Plant
>> Casa Del Sol, 400 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-9042.
All entertainment is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with $3 or $4 admission with ice cream social following at 6:45 p.m. (bring your own bowl and spoon, cones available.)
Feb. 15- Bender & Wutzke
Feb. 22- Kitchen Band
Circle T RV Park, 1820 Clay Tolle St., Mission, (956) 279-2698.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m.
Feb. 20- Jerry Bennett
>> Citrus Valley Park, 2901 W. Hwy 107, McAllen, (712) 249-0116.
All Sunday night entertainment is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 15- Star Fire Family Show
Feb. 22- Banjo Jack & String-a-Long
>> Country Sunshine Resort, 1601 S. Airport Dr., Weslaco, (956) 969-1557.
Feb. 15- Kerry Christensen from 7 to 8:45 p.m. with $5 admission.
Feb. 18- Red Johnson from 7 to 8 p.m. with $3 admission.
Feb. 22- Tommy Helms from 7 to 8 p.m. with $3 admission.
>> East Gate RV Park, 2801 E. Harrison Ave., Harlingen, (956) 423-7329.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m.
Feb. 18- Jack Jensen
>> Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St., Mission, (956) 519-8597.
Feb. 16- Walter Plant with $4 admission.
Feb. 20- Sherwin Linton with $5 admission.
>> Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Road, Mission, (956) 585-9264.
All entertainment is at 7 p.m.
Feb. 21- Sherwin Linton Show, Country
>> Fifth Annual RGV Music Festival will be held each day at the RGV Livestock show grounds in Mercedes from Feb. 18 to Feb. 22. Hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to noon for the Sunday Gospel Jam. The Festival features five stages of country, western, bluegrass, gospel and folk music. Admission is $5 per day Wednesday through Saturday with $3 parking per car everyday. Advance tickets for all five days admission, plus parking are available for $25 at the RGV Partnership, located at 322 S. Missouri in Weslaco, by mail, send check and self-addressed stamped envelope to RGVMF, 218 S. Ohio Box 3, Mercedes, TX 78570 or RGVMF members. For further information, visit the website at www.rgvmf.com or call (956) 373-0130.
>> Fun N Sun Resort, 1400 Zillock Road, San Benito, (956) 399-5800.
Feb. 18- Ladies luncheon & style show at 12:30 p.m. in the dance hall. Advanced tickets.
>> The Grove Park, Bus. 83 and Stewart Road, San Juan.
Feb. 20- Terry Smith at 7 p.m. with pass the hat offering.
>> Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Drive, Mission, (956) 580-4477.
Mondays- Woodcarving at 9 a.m.
Feb. 16- Susan Hudson at 7 p.m.
Feb. 23- Walter Plant at 7 p.m.
>> Holiday Village, 1501 N. Cage Blvd., Pharr, (956) 787-9493.
All entertainment is at 7 p.m. with $4 or $5 admission unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 18- The Gina Show
>> Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Road, Harlingen, (956) 423-0384.
All entertainment is at 6:30 p.m. with $4 or $3 per person.
Feb. 15- Susan Hudson
Feb. 20- Link Family from 7 to 9 p.m. with $5 per person.
>> Leisure Valley Ranch, 230 Bogey Dr., Mission, (956) 424-1858.
All entertainment is from 7 to 8 p.m. with doors opening at 6:15 p.m. and $4 donations.
Feb. 19- Javi & Nori (Motivating and inspiring performance with music from favorite artists)
>> Leisure World Community, 400 E. 18th St., Weslaco, (956) 968-8180.
All entertainment is from 7 to 8 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. There will be $3 or $4 admission per person.
Feb. 22- The Link Family
Lemon Tree R.V. Inn, 1740 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-6861.
All entertainment is on Tuesday night with $3 per person.
Feb. 17- Bill J. Brooks
>> Llano Grande Lake Park Resort, south end of mile 2 west, Mercedes, (956) 565-1506.
Wednesdays- Karaoke with Harry & Judy from 5 to 9 p.m. BYOB, set ups available and grill/snack bar open from 5 to 6:30 p.m. through Mar. 25.
Feb. 22- Barber Shop Men of Accord at 7 p.m.
>> Local Duplicate Games:
Local duplicate bridge games are being held Mondays and Fridays at 11 a.m. at Las Palmas Community Center in McAllen and on Sundays and Wednesdays at 1 p.m. at Alamo Palms in Alamo. Beginner bridge lessons are available. For more information, call (956) 787-7760 or email DonDeeJensen@aol.com.
>> Male Singers Wanted:
The Senior Ambassadors, a male singing group that has been performing in the Valley for over 20 years, is looking for singers. The group, presently numbering about 40 voices, is looking to expand. The only qualifications are being male, an enjoyment of singing and the ability to sing parts. The chorus has about ten performances a year in Feb. and Mar. and also has a director that has injected a new sense of life and direction in the chorus. Types of music sung include show tunes, patriotic, western, sacred and even some barbershop and jazz. Practice is on Friday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. at Bentsen Grove RV Park in Mission. Call Paul Hunter at (956) 782-8606 or Don Badgley at (956) 580-2411 for more information and directions.
>> Magic Valley Men of a Chord, (956) 969-1544, Barbershop Harmony Chorus schedule:
Feb. 20- Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S. Cage in Pharr at 7 p.m.
Feb. 22- Llano Grande Lake Park, 489 Yolanda St. in Mercedes at 7 p.m.
>> Mission Bell/Trade Winds Resort, 1711 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-4833.
Texas Country Band every Thursday through Mar. 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. We welcome singles!
>> Palm Shadows RV Park, 200 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-3326.
All entertainment is from 7 to 8 p.m. unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 16- Ervin Pickhinke with advance tickets available.
Feb. 19- The Link Family with advance tickets available.
Feb. 23- Terry Smith with advance tickets available.
>> Paradise Park, 100 E. Hackberry Ave., McAllen, (956) 682-8081.
Bingo will be every Monday and Friday at 7:30 p.m. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
Entertainment at 7 p.m. with $4 donation unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 15- Tucker with $4 donation.
Feb. 22- Good Times Band with $4 donation.
>> Pine to Palm Resort Park, 802 S. International Blvd, Weslaco, (956) 968-5760.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 18- Link Family
>> Pleasant Valley Ranch, 7320 W. Expwy. 83, Mission, (956) 580-2940.
Entertainment is every Friday at 7 p.m. and free dessert with admission ticket at the end of every performance.
Feb. 20- Bo Rivers with $4 admission.
>> Quiet Village II, Lot 274, Donna, (218) 290-5605.
All entertainment is from 7 to 8 p.m. with $3 per person.
Feb. 17- Terry Smith
>> Razz-Ma-Tazz Schedule:
Feb. 16- Ranchero Village in Weslaco at 7 p.m. Call Evelyn Beck at (505) 715-0596 for more information.
Feb. 17- 1015 in Weslaco at 6:30 p.m. Call Larry at (319) 296-5451 for more information.
Feb. 19- Winter Ranch in Pharr at 6 p.m. Call Wanda Wheeler at (956) 792-7593 or (956) 783-4587 for more information.
Feb. 20- Tip O Tex in Pharr/Alamo at 7 p.m. Call Levon Walters at (956) 787-6461 for more information.
Feb. 21- Canyon Lake in Mission at 2 p.m. Call Marcy at (956) 580-7654 for more information.
Feb. 22- Palm Shadows in Donna at 3 p.m. Call Lorna Bywaters at (956) 464-3326 for more information.
Feb. 22- Green Gate Grove in Mission at 7 p.m. Call Carol at (956) 581-2143 for more information.
Feb. 23- Roadrunner in Pharr/Alamo at 6:30 p.m. Call Charlie Roselip at (956) 783-6069 or (956) 783-6600 for more information.
>> Rio Valley Estates, 715 N. Westgate Dr., Weslaco (956) 447-8168.
All entertainment is at 7 p.m. with a free will donation.
Feb. 20- Long Ago Stringband
>> Seven Oaks RV Park, 801 S. Inspiration Road, Mission, (956) 581-0068.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m.
Feb. 20- The Ambassadors
>> Siesta Village Park, 2712 S. International Blvd, Weslaco, (956) 969-3558.
Feb. 20- Barbara Fairchild at 7 p.m. for $5. Advance tickets available.
>> Southern Comfort Resort Park, 1501 S. Airport Drive, Weslaco, (956) 968-3140.
All entertainment is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. with $3 admission unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 15- Ruthie for $8 per person and Shrimp Shack food will be available from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Feb. 18- Barbara Fairchild from 7 to 9 p.m. with $5 per person.
Feb. 22- Susan Hudson Carman show for $4 per person.
>> Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Road, (956) 581-1871.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. with $3 or $4 per person.
Feb. 17- Tommy Horton Show
Feb. 19- Kerry Christensen
>> Snow to Sun Park, 1701 N. International Blvd., Weslaco, (956) 447-8332.
All shows are at 6 p.m. with $4 per person.
Feb. 22- Ivey
>> Split Rail RV Park, 513 N. Los Ebanos Road, Mission, (956) 585-8135.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. with $3 admission unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 15- Jim King Dance Band
Feb. 22- Gina Lucido
>> Texas Country Band, (956) 493-6018.
Tuesdays- Victoria Palms on the Expy. in Donna from 7 to 10 p.m.
Thursdays- Mission Bell on Hwy. 83 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Fridays- Fun N Sun Resort on the Expy. in San Benito from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Saturdays- Casa Del Valle on FM 409 in Alamo from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
>> Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Road, Pharr. (956) 782-6538.
Feb. 15- Walter Plant from 7 to 8:30 p.m. with $4 admission.
Feb. 17- Susan Carman Hudson at 7 p.m. with $5 admission.
Feb. 21- Wes Thibodeaux & The Cajun Travelers at 7 p.m. with $4 admission.
Feb. 22- Sherwin Linton at 7 p.m. with $5 admission.
>> Texan Mobile Park, Bus. 83 and 29th St., McAllen, (956) 686-3595.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. in the Main Hall with $3 per person.
Feb. 16- Tammy and Jay
Feb. 23- Kerry Christensen
>> Tip O Texas R.V. Resort, 101 E. Sioux Road, Pharr, (956) 787-6461.
Fridays- Karaoke with Jack and Brenda from 7 to 10 p.m. at Al Barnes Friendship Hall. Karaoke practice is every Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m.
All entertainment is from 7 to 8 p.m. with $4 admission unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 17- Walter Plant, Country & Gospel
Feb. 19- Barbara Fairchild with $5 admission.
Feb. 20- Razz-Ma-Tazz with $3 admission.
>> Tropic Star Resort, 1401 Cage Blvd. Pharr, (956) 787-5773.
All shows being at 7 p.m. and are $4 per person unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 19- Keith Ross at $5 per person.
Feb. 20- Magic Valley Men of A-Chord at $3 per person.
>> Tropical Valley Acres, 1240 E. Bus.83, Mission.
All entertainment is at 7 p.m. with $3 admission unless noted otherwise. Everyone welcome!
Feb. 17- Sherwin & Pam Linton
>> Trophy Gardens R.V. Park, 800 SH 495, Alamo, (956) 783-1003.
Feb. 15- Rainy Mandell at 6 p.m. with $4 admission.
Feb. 19- The Fab Four at 6 p.m. with $5 admission.
Feb. 22- Stephen Wayne Clark at 6 p.m. with $4 admission.
Valley View Estates, 2100 Vernon Ave., Mission.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 15- Gordy & Debbie
Feb. 20- Toots
>> Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N. Victoria Rd., (956) 464-7801.
All entertainment is $5 in advance and $6 at the door.
Feb. 15- Robert Ferguson
Feb. 18- Hawaiian Luau with Fred Goldsberry
Feb. 19- Bill J. Brooks
Feb. 22- Dee Smith
>> Winter Ranch, 600 FM 495, Alamo, (956) 781-1358.
Saturdays- Karaoke from 3 to 5:30 p.m. BYOB and snacks.
All entertainment starts at 6 p.m. with $4 admission.
Feb. 15- Jennifer
Feb. 17- Flying J Wranglers Dinner Show at 5 p.m. with $19 admission
Feb. 19- Razz Ma Tazz at 6 p.m.
>> Winter Texan Orchestra Schedule, call Barbra Raabe for more information (956) 781-2275:
Feb. 15- Pharr South R.V. and Mobile Home Park located at 1402 S. Cage Ave. in Pharr at 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 17- St. Paul Lutheran Church/School located at 300 W. Pecan Blvd. in McAllen at 7 p.m.
CLASSES
>> Bit O Heaven R.V. Park, 1051 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-5191.
Wednesdays- Beginners line dancing from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Intermediate line dancing from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
>> Casa Del Sol, 400 N. Val Verde, Donna, (956) 464-9024.
Square Dance Schedule:
Saturdays- Mainstream review/workshop/dance from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Plus review/workshop/dance from 1 to 3 p.m.
Wednesdays- Free mainstream lessons from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Plus lessons/workshop from 1 to 3 p.m.
Thursdays- Plus dance from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
>> Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Road, San Benito, (956) 399-5800.
Sundays- Square dance introduction at 1 p.m. with Nasser Shukayr in the dance hall. Square dance plus/DBD dance at 3 p.m. Advanced round dance workshop with Dick & Karen Fisher at 7 p.m.
Mondays- Beginner/mainstream class with Charlie Scanlon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesdays- Plus Class with Charlie Scanlon from 3 to 5 p.m.
Fridays- Country western dance with Dick & Karen Fisher at 9 a.m. Beginning round dance class at 11 a.m. Line dance with Kate Hammons at 1 p.m. Country western dance at 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays- Beginner/mainstream class with Nasser Shukayr from 1 to 3 p.m. and plus class from 3 to 5 p.m.
>> Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Road, Harlingen, (956) 423-1170.
Wednesdays- Line dancing at 1 p.m. for $2 per person.
Leisure Valley Ranch, 230 Bogey Dr., Mission, (956) 424-1858.
Country/western dance lessons every Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. through the end of March
>> Southern Comfort Resort, 1501 S. Airport Dr., Weslaco, (956) 968-3140.
Fridays- Clogging classes from 2 to 3 p.m. with no charge.
Fridays- Line dancing classes from 9 to 11 a.m. with no charge.
>> Texas Trails R.V. Resort, 501 W. Owassa Road, Pharr, (956) 782-7886.
Country western dance lessons. Beginners and advanced is every Monday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Nightclub two step/waltz lessons are from 10:45 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Round Dance Classes with Bob "Ski" and Kay Kurczewski:
Tuesdays- Phase IV and VI Figures Clinic from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Wednesday- Phase V-VI Workshop from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Fridays- 5+ Workshop from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Phase 2 intro 3 Workshop from 1 to 3 p.m.
>> Tip O'Texas R.V. Resort, 101East Sioux Road, Pharr, (956) 787-6461.
Mondays- Square dance plus lessons with Wiley Hutchinson from 1 to 3 p.m. to March
Fridays- Night club two step dance classes with advanced from 10 to 11 a.m. and beginners from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m





