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2.22.09 Winter Texan Calendar
MEETING
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.
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.
American Airlines TWA retirees breakfast will be on Mar. 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. 26- A.L.A. Gen. meeting at 7 p.m.
Castle View RV Resort members luncheon will be held the second Thursday of each month through Mar. 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.
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.
Dallas County, Iowa area luncheon will be held at Harold's Country Kitchen in Donna on Mar. 4 at 11:30 a.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. Please wear your name tags. For more information, call Marilyn Hawbaker at (956) 519-6765.
Des Moines, Iowa East High School meeting will be on Mar. 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 Mar. at the same time and place. For more information, call Lucy Rowland at (956) 781-6611.
Duluth-Superior and surrounding areas of Northern Minnesota/Wisconsin annual get together will be on Feb. 24 at 11 a.m. at Valley View Estates Clubhouse, located at 2100 Vernon in Mission. A luncheon will be served for $6 per person. Please call Carol Hostrawser at (956) 519-1659 by noon on Feb. 23 for reservations.
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 Mar. 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 Mar. 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.
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.
Nebraska Winter Texan breakfast will be the first and third Tuesday of every month through Mar. 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.
Rio Grande Wisconsin Retired Educators Association will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 24 at Shoney's Restaurant, located at 602 W. Expy. 83 in McAllen. The featured program at this month's meeting will be Jane Elmer, Executive Director of the WREA. Jane will be bringing handouts and discussing what the WREA is doing now along with pension changes that are forthcoming. This is information that all Wisconsin retirees will want to know. All retired educators, school employees and spouses are welcome to attend. For more information, call (956) 973-0366 or (956) 581-1177.
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.
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 Mar. Social hour will start at 11 a.m. and lunch at 11:30 a.m.
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.
World War II Veterans and their spouses or friends will meet for breakfast at 8:30 a.m. on Feb. 24 at the Echo Hotel in Edinburg. Who knows, you may meet a buddy that served in the same area that you did!
MEALS
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. 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. 23- All you can eat pancakes/French toast for $2.25. Sausage and applesauce 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.
Mar. 4- Salisbury steak 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.
Texan Mobile Park, 2901 W. Hwy. 83, McAllen, (956) 686-3872.
Winter Haven RV Park, 1015 W. Sam Houston, Pharr, (956) 787-7881.
Pre-Jam luncheons the first Monday of Mar. from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Menu consists of soup, sandwiches and homemade pie.
Winter Ranch, 600 FM 495, Alamo, (956) 781-1358.
Saturday lunches at 11 a.m.
DANCING
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.
Feb. 28- The Cruisers from 7 to 10 p.m.
Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W. Frontage Rd., Alamo, (956) 783-5440.
Mondays- Mainstream lessons to Mar. 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. Through Mar. 25, pre-rounds at 7 p.m. with Marge Sherrill and Mainstream dance from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Alamo Rose RV and Mobile Park, 938 S. Alamo Road, Alamo, (956) 783-2600.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $3.50 per person unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 27- Walter Plant for $4 per person.
American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine St., McAllen, (956) 682-7841.
Feb. 22- Southern Style from 2 to 6 p.m. with spaghetti served.
Feb. 27- Fred King from 7 to 11 p.m. with dinner served from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Feb. 28- Sweetwater from 2 to 6 p.m. with hamburgers 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. 27- Diamond Joe
Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W. Hwy. 83, Donna, (956) 464-4159.
Singles welcome!
Feb. 27- Ronnie Furr
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. 27- Travis Country
Wednesdays- Line dancing with beginners from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and intermediate from 2:30 to 4 p.m. through Mar. 11.
Saturdays- Square dancing from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and lessons from 1 to 2:30 p.m. through Mar. 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. 25- Mardi Gras (dress optional) featuring Ronnie Furr.
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.
Wednesdays- Mainstream brush-up dance from 10 a.m. to noon from Mar. 4 to Mar. 25 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. 27- Jolly Norsemen
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. 28- Walter Plant
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. 28- Lyle Beaver
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. 25- Bernie Williams Trio (Bernie, Mikki & Ike)
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 Mar. 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. 24- Mardi Gras Ball, costume parade and dance with The Cruisers band at 7:30 p.m. in the dance hall. Advance tickets available.
Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Road, Harlingen, (956) 423-1170.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 admission.
Feb. 28- Johnny Francis
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 Mar. 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 Mar.
Leisure World Park, 400 E. 18th, Weslaco, (956) 968-8180.
All dances are $4 admission and from 7 to 10 p.m. unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 25- Diamond Joe
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. 28- Jealous Heart
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. 27- Gregory's Classic Country
Plus square dance with rounds with caller Bill Sherrill and cuer Marge Sherrill.
Plus workshop review and plus square dance with rounds.
McAllen Mobile Park, 4900 N. McColl Road, McAllen, (956) 687-9364.
Feb. 28- Swing Street Big Band from 7 to 10 p.m. for $5 at the door. Free ice and popcorn available. Setups are $0.50 and BYOB.
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. 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. 26- Al Mikesh
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. 26- Paul Pagel, plays requests.
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. 27- Country Magic
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. 26- Travis Country
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. 26- J. Francis
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.
Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Road, Mission, (956) 581-1871.
All dances are from 7 to 10 p.m. with $4 per person.
Feb. 28- Party of One
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. 28- Jay & Tammy
Southern Comfort Resort Park, 1501 S. Airport Dr., Weslaco, (956) 968-3140.
Fridays- line dancing from 9 to 11 a.m. Everyone welcome.
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 Mar. 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 Mar. 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 Mar.
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 Mar.
Fridays- Night club two step dances advanced from 10 to 11 a.m. and beginners from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Mar. 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 Mar. 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. 28- Travis Country Band
Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S. Cage, Pharr, (956) 787-5773.
Feb. 23- 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. 24- 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. 25- 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. 26- 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. 27- 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. 28- Plus party at 7:30 p.m. with Joe & Chris Saltel. Pre-round plus at 7 p.m. with the Nelson's.
Mar. 1- Square dance mainstream party at 7 p.m. with Joe & Chris Saltel.
Special Dances:
Feb. 24- Swing Street, Big Band Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. with $6 per person.
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. 28- Jolly Norsemen
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. 28- Al Mikesh
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.
CLASSES
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 Mar.
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 Mar.
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. to Mar. 9 with Bob Battaglia.
Tropic Star, 1401 S. Cage, Pharr, in Hudson Hall Room 5, (956) 787-5773.
Feb. 23- Clogging basic and EZ intermediate one hour session for $2 in Hudson Hall Room 5 with Gerry Welsh.
Feb. 25- Country & western dance class from 3 to 5 p.m. with $8 per couple with Bob Battaglia- (956) 584-0603.
Feb. 26- Clogging intermediate class one hour session for $2 in Hudson Hall Room 5 with Gerry Welsh.
Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N .Victoria Road, Donna, (956) 782-3263.
Mondays- Jitterbug dance lessons from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Tuesdays- Ballroom dance class by Grethe Sullivan. Beginners I from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. and beginners II from 10:45 a.m. to noon. Couples beginning country/western dance class by Bob and Linda from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Thursdays- Ballroom dance class by Grethe Sullivan. Intermediate from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. and advanced intermediate from 10:45 a.m. to noon. Line dancing with the Wilkinson's from 2 to 4 p.m.
JAMS
Jams
Alamo Palms, 1341 W. Bus. 83, Alamo, (956) 787-7175.
Mondays- Jam sessions at 1 p.m. through Mar. 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 Mar. 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 Mar. 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 Mar.
Gospel jams every Sunday through Mar. 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 Mar. 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 Mar. 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 Mar.
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 Mar. 27.
Hidden Valley Ranch, west on Hwy. 83, Mission, (956) 580-4477.
Jam session every Friday at 6 p.m. through Mar. 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 Mar. 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 Mar. 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 Mar.
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 Mar.
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. Last jam on Mar. 16.
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. Last jam will be on Feb. 28.l
Texan Mobile Park, 2901 W. Bus. 83, Mission.
Music jams each Friday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. through Mar. 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. Last jam session on Mar. 2.
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. Last jam is Mar. 14.
ENTERTAINMENT
Misc.
The 13th Annual Fame Awards show & ceremony will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 25 at the Pharr International Convention Center, located on Hwy. 281 North at Sioux Road in Pharr. Regular admission is $30 in advance or $35 at the door and seniors is $10. There will be many top entertainers and musicians. Tickets are available at the Pharr Chamber of Commerce, the Country Omelette, 2622 N. 10th St. in McAllen or the Chicken House Opry at 8049 N. Bentsen Palm Dr. in Mission. For more information, call (501) 733-9520, (479) 970-5204 or (417) 793-2550.
Aladdin Villas, 1501 W. Aladdin Villas Blvd., Mission, (956) 585-0412.
All entertainment is at 7 p.m.
Feb. 27- Flying J Wranglers
Alamo Country Club Drama Club is presenting the ACC 2009 Member Variety Show on Feb. 27 and Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. Tickets for this event are $5 per person and they are available at the Pro Shop at Alamo Country Club or at the door. The program is the "Tonight Show" live with Johnny Carson's twin sister, Jane, plus various acts to entertain you and make you laugh. Come join the fun!
Alamo Paradise Acres, 1513 W. Crockett, Alamo, (956) 283-1771.
All entertainment starts at 6:30 p.m. unless noted otherwise.
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. 22- Travis Country
Feb. 24- Terry Hall (Gospel) with a free will offering
Mar. 1- Bo Rivers
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. 22- James Marvell Formerly of Mercy
American Legion Post 37, 1305 E. Jasmine St., McAllen, (956) 682-7841.
Feb. 23- Jack Kay Band from 5 to 9 p.m.
Feb. 25- Jack Kay from 5 to 9 p.m.
Feb. 26- Karaoke from 7 to 11 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. 24- Walter Plant
Mar. 3- The Link Family
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. 26- Ronnie Furr
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. 25- Wes & The Cajun Travelers
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. 22- Kitchen Band
Mar. 1- Banjo Jack
Circle T RV Park, 1820 Clay Tolle St., Mission, (956) 279-2698.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m.
Feb. 27- Tommy Helms
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. 22- Banjo Jack & String-a-Long
Mar. 1- James Marvell
Country Sunshine Resort, 1601 S. Airport Dr., Weslaco, (956) 969-1557.
Feb. 22- Tommy Helms from 7 to 8 p.m. with $3 admission.
Feb. 25- The Link Family from 7 to 8:30 p.m. with $5 admission.
Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N. Abram Road, Mission, (956) 584-0018.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. and is $4 per person.
Feb. 28- Ronnie Furr
East Gate RV Park, 2801 E. Harrison Ave., Harlingen, (956) 423-7329.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m.
Feb. 25- Tucker with advanced tickets for $4 or at the door for $5.
El Valle Del Sol, 2500 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-5704.
Live entertainment on stage at Peppermint Palace.
Mar. 1- Elvis show (Bill J. Brooks) from 2 to 4 p.m. for $6 per person.
Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St., Mission, (956) 519-8597.
Feb. 25- Kerry Christiansen with $5 admission.
Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Road, Mission, (956) 585-9264.
All entertainment is at 7 p.m.
Feb. 28- Deep River, Men's Quartet
Fun N Sun Resort, 1400 Zillock Road, San Benito, (956) 399-5800.
Feb. 25- Susan Hudson Carmen at 7 p.m. for $5 in the dance hall.
Hidden Valley Ranch, 7600 Long Drive, Mission, (956) 580-4477.
Mondays- Woodcarving at 9 a.m.
Feb. 23- Walter Plant at 7 p.m.
Mar. 2- Tucker 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. 24- Vance Greek and the Deep River Boys
Feb. 25- Karaoke from 1 to 3 p.m.
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. 27- Javi & Nori from 7 to 8 p.m.
Mar. 1- Tucker
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. 26- Musica Regional Mexicana with Beatriz Gonzalez Guerra
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
Mar. 1- Sherwin Linton
Lemon Tree R.V. Inn, 1740 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-6861.
All entertainment is on Tuesday night with $3 per person.
Feb. 24- Cajun Travelers
Mar. 3- Bo Rivers
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.
Mar. 1- Rio Grande Concert Band 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. 22- Llano Grande Lake Park, 489 Yolanda St. in Mercedes at 7 p.m.
Magic Valley RV Park, 2300 E. Bus. 83, Weslaco.
Feb. 24- Hoedown from 7 to 9 p.m. with $2 admission. Coffee and cookies available. Excellent music by our jammer's!
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. 23- Terry Smith with advance tickets available.
Mar. 2- Laughing Bird 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. 22- Good Times Band with $4 donation.
Mar. 1- Razz Ma Tazz with $4 donation at 4 p.m.
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. 25- Linton's
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. 27- Sherwin and Pam Linton 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. 24- Karaoke
Mar. 3- Valley Tumbleweeds
Razz-Ma-Tazz Schedule:
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.
Feb. 26- Casa De Valle in Alamo at 7 p.m. Call Julie or Cheryl at (956) 783-5008 for more information.
Mar. 1- Paradise Park in McAllen at 4 p.m. Call Cathy at (956) 686-8112 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. 27- Kerry Christensen
Siesta Village Park, 2712 S. International Blvd, Weslaco, (956) 969-3558.
Feb. 25- Happy hour with Diego Saurina from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Pass the hat and setups 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. 22- Susan Hudson Carman show for $4 per person.
Feb. 27- Vance Greek & the Deep River Boys for $5 per person.
Mar. 1- Ron O' Neil Party of One
Sleepy Valley Resort, 2301 N. Abram Road, (956) 581-1871.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. with $3 or $4 per person.
Feb. 24- The Link Family Show
Feb. 26- Keith Ross Show
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. 22- Gina Lucido
Swing Street Band Schedule, (956) 994-1606:
Most performances are from 7 to 10:30 p.m.
Feb. 24- Tropic Star in Pharr.
Feb. 28- McAllen Mobile
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. 22- Sherwin Linton at 7 p.m. with $5 admission.
Feb. 24- Dee Smith at 7 p.m. with $4 admission.
Feb. 26- J Spear Bar Dinner Show at 5:30 p.m. with $18 admission. Advance tickets only.
Mar. 1- Bill Brooks at 7 p.m. with $5 admission.
Mar. 3- Double Delight at 7 p.m. with $4 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. 23- Kerry Christensen
Mar. 2- Vance Greek
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.
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. 26- Tucker at $5 per person.
Mar. 3- The Cruisers
Tropical Valley Acres, 1240 E. Bus.83, Mission.
All entertainment is at 7 p.m. with $3 admission unless noted otherwise. Everyone welcome!
Feb. 24- James Marvel
Mar. 3- James Marvel Gospel Show
Trophy Gardens R.V. Park, 800 SH 495, Alamo, (956) 783-1003.
Feb. 22- Stephen Wayne Clark at 6 p.m. with $4 admission.
Feb. 26- Kerry Christensen at 7 p.m. with $5 admission.
Mar. 1- Ruthi & H.B. 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. 27- The Link Family
Mar. 1- Kerry Christiensen (world famous yodeler)
Victoria Palms Resort, 602 N. Victoria Rd., (956) 464-7801.
All entertainment is $5 in advance and $6 at the door.
Feb. 22- Dee Smith
Feb. 26- Susan Hudson
Winter Haven Park, 1015 W. Sam Houston, Pharr, (956) 781-7881.
All entertainment starts at 7 p.m. with $3 admission unless noted otherwise.
Feb. 28- Javi & Nori
Winter Ranch, 600 FM 495, Alamo, (956) 781-1358.
Saturdays- Karaoke from 3 to 5:30 p.m. BYOB and snacks.
Feb. 26- Vance Greek from 7 to 8 p.m. for $5.
SALES
Sales only run two weeks.
Aladdin Villas, 1501 W. Aladdin Villas Blvd., Mission.
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. 28- Annual yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon with bargains, baked goods, coffee and lunch available.
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. 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 Mar. with lunch served at 11 a.m.
Casa Del Sol, Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-9024.
Mar. 7- All park yard sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Mar. 3- Craft Creative Memories from 12:45 to 2:45 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.
Mar. 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.
Mar. 7- Garage sale from 7 to 10 a.m. Biscuits and gravy and donuts and coffee will be sold.
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.
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.
J-Five R.V. Park, 3907 N. Taylor Rd., Mission, (956) 682-7495.
Mar. 7- Park auction at 11 a.m. Lunch and homemade pies will be available.
Koenig's Winter Resort, 422 S. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-8000.
Mar. 5- Craft show from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Food and coffee will be available.
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!
Mar. 7- Park wide patio sale.
Mission Bell Resort, 1711 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-4833.
Mar. 16- Craft sale.
Palm Shadows RV Park, 200 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-3326.
Mar. 7- Patio sales the first Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to noon through Mar.
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.
Mar. 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.
Mar. 7- Yard and bake sale from 7 to 11 a.m.
Pharr South Park, 1402 S. Cage Blvd., Pharr, (956) 782-8163.
Mar. 7- Flea market/bake sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. A breakfast of oatmeal, fresh fruit and morning glory muffins will be served. Lunch of BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, potato soup or chili and dessert will be served. To reserve a table or more information, call Nancy at (956) 702-8023.
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.
Mar. 7- Parkwide patio sales from 7 to 11 a.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.
Sleepy Valley Ranch, 2301 N. Abram Road, Mission, (956) 581-1871.
Mar. 6- Craft sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with lunch available.
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.
Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 Owassa Road, Pharr, (956) 782-6538.
Mar. 7- Craft show from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. with lunch served from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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.
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.
Mar. 21- Yard sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Feb. 28- Craft sale from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Tropic Star RV Resort, 1401 S. Cage, Pharr, (956) 787-5773.
Mar. 6- Craft show with breakfast and lunch served from 8 a.m. to noon. Open to the public.
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 Green Estates, 500 N. Bryan Road, Mission, (956) 585-5109.
Mar. 7- Flea market, craft and bake sale from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. with lunch served at 12:30 p.m. Door prizes available. To reserve tables, call (956) 585-5109 or (956) 584-8029.
Winter Haven RV Park, 1015 W. Sam Houston, Pharr, (956) 787-7881.
Feb. 28- All park patio sale from 7 to 11 a.m.
CHURCH SERVICES
Church
Alamo Palms RV Park, 1341 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Alamo, (956) 787-7571.
Non denominational church service every Sunday at 9 a.m. with Pastor Brian Dent through Mar.
Alamo Rec Veh Park, 1320 W. Frontage Road, Alamo, (956) 783-5440.
Non denominational church service every Sunday at 9 a.m. Communion will be last Sunday of each month. Chaplin is Dennis Maloney.
Bentsen Palm RV Park, 4201 Bentsen Palm Dr., Mission, (956) 585-0541.
Church service every Sunday at 9 a.m. with coffee and cookies served after service.
Big Valley Trailer Park, 109 W. Bus. 83, Donna, (956) 464-4159.
Non denominational church services will be every Sunday at 9 a.m. through Mar. 11.
Bible study will be every Wednesday at 9 a.m. through Mar. 11.
Casa Del Sol, 400 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-9024.
Non denominational church services every Sunday through Mar. 29.
Circle T RV Park, 1820 Clay Tolle, Mission.
Non denominational church service every Sunday at 9 a.m. with Pastor Lyle Lindley. Communion is the 2nd Sunday of each month.
Country Palms RV Park, 600 E. FM 495, San Juan, (956) 787-0680.
Non denominational church services each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in the Rec. Hall with Pastor Tom Shouse. Everyone welcome.
Dream Valley Ranch, 2401 N. Abram, Mission, (956) 584-0018.
Non denominational church services every Sunday at 10:15 a.m. with Rev. Earl Clagg.
Fiesta Village, 205 S. Stewart Road, Mission, (956) 585-9264.
Interdenominational church services every Sunday morning at 9 a.m. with Pastor Bob Pueblos.
The Fountain at Penitas RV Park, FM 1427, Penitas, (956) 585-1555.
Sunday worship with Rev. James L. Gebhart from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. through April.
Fun N Sun RV Resort, 1400 Zillock Road, San Benito, (956) 399-5800.
Worship services every Sunday with Vance Greek at 9 a.m. in the Rec. Hall.
Hidden Valley Ranch, west on Hwy. 83, north to 7600 Long Drive, Mission, (956) 581-7606.
Non denominational church services will be every Sunday at 9 a.m. with Rev. Clyde Shatswell.
Lakewood RV Resort, 4525 Graham Road, Harlingen, (956) 423-1170.
Non denominational church services every Sunday at 9:20 a.m.
Leisure World Community, 400 E. 18th St., Weslaco, (956) 968-8412.
Non denominational service every Sunday led by Dr. Arthur Bloom at 9 a.m. in the Rec. Hall.
Magic Valley Park, 2300 E. Hwy. 83, Weslaco.
Non denominational church services every Sunday at 10 a.m. with Rev. Don Ramsey.
Mission Bell Resort/Trade Winds, 1711 E. Bus. 83, Mission, (956) 585-4833.
Church services will be at 9:30 a.m. through Mar. 15.
Mission West Resort, 3805 W. Bus. Hwy. 83, Mission, (956) 585-5551.
Non denominational church services each Sunday at 10 a.m. with Pastor Vic Ward.
Oleander Acres, 2421 S. Conway, Mission, (956) 686-4343.
Non denominational church services each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. and old fashioned hymn sing at 7 p.m. through Mar. 31. Everyone welcomed.
Palm Shadows Mobile Park, 200 N. Val Verde Road, Donna, (956) 464-3326.
Church services every Sunday at 9 a.m. Communion the first Sunday of each month included in the service.
Pharr South Park, 1402 S. Cage, Pharr, (956) 702-3663.
Inter denominational worship service each Sunday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Come join us for a time of singing and fellowship in the Main Hall. Dr. Gerald Parriott will be giving the message. Everyone is welcome and coffee fellowship will follow services.
Pine to Palm Resort Park, 802 S. International Blvd., Weslaco, (956) 968-5760.
Non denominational worship services every Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. Please come join us.
Pleasant Valley Ranch, 7320 W. Expwy. 83, Mission, (956) 580-2940.
Church service each Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Rio Valley Estates, 715 N. Westgate Drive, Weslaco, (956) 447-8168.
Non denominational church services every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. with Pastor Bob Kerr.
Siesta Retirement Village, 2712 International Blvd., Weslaco, (956) 447-8248.
Non denominational church services every Sunday at 9 a.m. with Pastor Ralph Hunt officiating. Public i
