OK. I get it. You had to dig a hat and a coat out of your closet to come to the Winter Texan Expo and Entertainer Showcase this year. But, do I need to remind you that you didn’t need to shovel your driveway before you could leave home? My team and I are so grateful to all of you who made it out. Thanks for all of the positive feedback, too. There are a lot of things we can control, but weather just isn’t one of them.
And how about those vendors and entertainers! They actually made me think of that old adage many associate with postal workers: Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds. We feel bad for all of the vendors who had every intention of joining us but couldn’t because of company policies, travel woes, and other legitimate reasons. Don’t you worry. We’re ready for you to sign up for Winter Texan Expo 2026!
It’s a good thing another group showed up or we would have had to cancel everything—for the first time ever. That group is our Welcome Home RGV Team! That team consists of the invaluable individuals who work with me at WHRGV and our amazing group of volunteers, many of whom have been with us for years. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Another Winter Texan Expo is in the books, and we’re grateful to everyone who joined us. Yes, we’re already planning for next year’s Expo. How much do you want to bet we’ll see you there in shorts, a t-shirt, and flip-flops?
We’re just connecting the dots…
WINTER TEXAN
The Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild Preserving Art, History
by Eryn Reddell Wingert
Photos courtesy of the RGV Quilt Guild
Quilts are not just decorative blankets or wall hangings. They hold memories, tell stories and document history. It is the mission of the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild to encourage and preserve the art of quilting.
“We are trying to keep the art alive and pass it on to future generations,” says Guild publicity chair Marsha Santow.
Quilting saw a rise in popularity after America celebrated the 1976 Bicentennial. The local guild was created in 1981 as a result, according to its website, rgvqg.com. The Texas Sesquicentennial celebration in 1986 further rallied interest on a local level.
The State of Texas began planning its year-long celebration well in advance by forming the Texas Sesquicentennial Commission. Numerous committees were then formed to preserve and document the state’s culture and history; two were dedicated specifically to quilts.
According to the thesis, “Quilt Documentation Projects 1980 - 1989: Exploring the Roots of a National Phenomenon” by Christine Humphrey at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln (2010), the committees were “cautioned they were unlikely to find quilts worth recording because Texas had been a pioneer state and all of the good quilts remained on the East Coast.”
Ultimately, Humphrey’s thesis explained, one of the committees--the Texas Sesquicentennial Quilt
Photo Courtesy of Chris Ardis
Association (TSQA)--documented more than 3,500 quilts during 27 “quilt days” over the course of a six-year project chronicling the art form.
The McAllen International Museum (now the International Museum of Art & Science) hosted a local TSQA quilt day January 12, 1985, according to the Guild’s website. Members assisted with gathering quilt details and measurements.
Over 80 quilts were evaluated and photographed that day, and two were selected to be included in the 1986 exhibit “Lone Stars: A Legacy of Texas Quilts, 1836-1936” in the Texas State Capitol Rotunda in Austin.
One of the quilts belonged to Pam Moore of McAllen and the other to Jean Brady Fox of San Benito whose quilt was made by her greatgrandmother in 1854.
Fox’ heirloom quilt, “Double Irish Chain,” was made by Harriet S. F. Spicer in New York for her son, William Porter Spicer, as documented by the TSQA. Further documentation cited at quiltindex.org explains that after separating from her husband, quilting was one of the ways Harriet supported herself and her three children. The TSQA also recorded how the quilt made its way to South Texas. William took the
quilt to South Dakota in the 1880s, then to San Benito in 1913. His brother, Fox’s grandfather, inherited the quilt when William died in the 1914 flu epidemic.
Examples like this motivate the Guild to promote the art form. One of the ways they do so is by hosting the annual Rio Grande Valley Quilt Show, a two-day event showcasing quilts and quilted items.
The Guild’s first quilt show took place in March of 1983. where 109 quilts were displayed and approximately 2,400 people attended, including Susan Powell, Miss America 1981, according to The Monitor archives.
The 43rd Annual Rio Grande Valley Quilt Show is scheduled for February 14 - 15, 2025, at the South Padre Island Convention Center. Somewhat taking the Guild back to its sesquicentennial roots is the Show’s theme, “Texas Fiesta Celebrating the Diversity of Texas.”
fields; and even dog beds for local shelters.
“Wherever there’s a need,” says Santow, “we’ve got people making quilts.”
The Guild’s membership is around 200. Santow says it’s an “open, inviting, and supportive group” offering classes, speakers, workshops, and retreats.
The Guild is providing a quilt appraiser at the upcoming Quilt Show. An important investment to consider, according to Santow, who recently had a quilt appraised for $1,700. She says insurance may only replace a quilt for the same value as a blanket from a big-box store.
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Keep McAllen Beautiful Meet the Artist
Keep McAllen Beautiful (KMB) introduces the artists behind the irrigation pipe masterpieces through their Meet the Artist series. Look for Meet the Artist in our issues throughout the 2024 – 2025 season.
The weather may have put the “winter” in Winter Texan Expo, but it was no match for the Rio Grande Valley’s seasonal visitors!
“A perfect thing to do on a cold day!!!!” exclaimed one attendee via a social media post comment.
The 32nd annual event took place, as planned, over the course of three days in mid-January, starting with two days at the McAllen Convention Center’s Main Hall.
Volunteers greeted attendees at the entrance to the free event as they passed out signature orange bags for collecting brochures, pamphlets, and goodies handed out by vendors.
Filiberto Gutierrez, aka Fili, is a 66-year-old retired art teacher. He taught at Mission High School for 31 years. Fili has been married for 46 years and has three children and seven grandchildren. He is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and serves as a second counselor in the bishopric of the McAllen 2nd ward. Fili is currently creating a wide range of art, including clay sculpture, knifemaking, gunstock engraving, and murals. He believes art is a God-given talent, and he is delighted to create worthwhile works of art.
See Fili’s tribute to “Family” on his standpipe masterpiece on Trenton and 2nd Street and “Sunny Demeanor” on Vine and 31st Street. •
The McAllen portion featured live entertainment, tour and travel presentations, and approximately 150 booths. A multitude of vendors from across the region and beyond--including the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation, the cities of South Padre Island, McAllen, and Harlingen--took part.
In addition, guests were greeted by a plethora of vendors: boat tour companies, health and wellness centers, museums, local chambers of commerce, product and service companies, heritage and historic sites, real estate, nature parks, scooters, golf, dental, birding, banking, RV parks, airports, quilting, sporting events, hospitals, restaurants, Texas’ I-10 corridor, cities like New Braunfels and Cuero, and events--including McAllen’s upcoming Car Fest and Weslaco’s Onion Fest. Some vendors unavoidably missed out due to the weather. Factors included corporate policies on weather and travel and childcare conflicts due to school closures.
However, the wide variety of vendors on hand were eager to engage with attendees.
“We really appreciate those who attended in McAllen!” shared vendor Tim McPherson via Facebook. “It was awesome to speak with so many of you.”
The third day took place in the Lower Valley at the Brownsville Events Center, providing an opportunity for Lower Valley Winter Texans to take part without having to travel across the Valley.
The second annual event in Brownsville included vendors from the McAllen event, giving them the opportunity to reach another segment of the community.
“The Winter Texan Expo is something we work year-round on to show our appreciation and support of the Winter Texan community,” shared Kristi Collier, owner of Welcome Home RGV, which hosts the annual event. The efforts did not go unnoticed.
“We always appreciate you and your team,” shared RV park activity director Paula McSpadden, “and all the hard work you have done for vendors and (the) community.”
The dates are already set for the 33rd Annual Winter Texan Expo: January 20 and 21, 2026, in McAllen and January 22, 2026, in Brownsville. Save-the-dates! For vendor information, call 956687-5115. •
Men & Women of A-Chord
Barbershop Chorus Announce 2025 Performances
The Men & Women of A-Chord barbershop chorus will have seven performances this February and March. Made up of volunteers, we support music scholarships at PSJA High School in Alamo for graduating students who pursue education and careers in the music field.
Made up of about half Winter Texans and half now-full-time Texans, this chorus of men and women put on a one-and-a-halfhour performance with four-part harmony in a variety of music genres. Several quartets will perform at intermission. With some afternoon and some evening performances in Mission, Donna, Weslaco, and Palmview, you are sure to enjoy this “notoften-heard” style of music.
Any singers interested in joining us can come to any of our Tuesday afternoon practices from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at St. Mark United Methodist Church, 301 Pecan Blvd. in McAllen. These practices are held each season from the first of November to the end of March. •
As Winter Texans, we owe a debt of gratitude to Lyman Beecher. Because of him, many of us who live in the RV resorts scattered across the RGV get around our parks rather conveniently. In case you didn’t know, Mr. Beecher was the inventor of the original golf cart. Mine is battery operated, and I call it the “Preacher Mobile.” Many of our park residents have switched to gas-operated carts, and it’s no surprise to see several of them parked at the local Walmart or driving down Stewart Road, fully equipped with lift kits, turn signals, and running lights.
In her book Jesus in My Golf Cart, Bernita Jackson Brown writes that we should take Jesus wherever we go. If we drive up to happy hour, we shouldn’t leave Jesus in the cart. Brown suggests that the average Mr. and Mrs. John Q. Pewsitter leave Jesus sitting in the pew every Sunday, along with their discarded bulletin. As a pastor, I couldn’t agree more! “If you have accepted Jesus as your Savior and invited Him into your life, you will take Him with you wherever you go. You won’t leave Him in your car when you walk into the grocery store, restaurant or your park office.”
The Apostle Paul says in Romans 1:16, “I am not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek.” As ambassadors for Christ, we are called to be bold with our faith. We are to bear in mind that no matter what setting we find ourselves in or who we are speaking with, we shouldn’t feel embarrassed that He is with us. There is a strong temptation to turn off the “Light” when we come into contact with the world, yet that’s hypocrisy at its best. As Christians, we should stop being so “Pharisee.” The world is
watching us, and they don’t need to be asking us, “Who’s the guy in the cart?” To which we would respond, “Oh, that’s Jesus.” Instead, we should be, as St. Patrick said, “Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left…Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me.” •
Chris and Shannon Robinson serve with Christian Resort Ministries at Mission Bell -Tradewinds RV Resort in Mission. You may contact them at rvparkchaplain@gmail.com
Choose Your Own Valentine’s Adventure on South Padre Island
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
This Valentine’s Day, choose a celebration as unique as your love story. South Padre Island offers endless possibilities for a day filled with romance, fun, and memories to treasure. Whether you crave relaxation, adventure, or a mix of both, you’ll find the perfect way to say, “I love you” on the Island.
For Thrill-Seekers: Take your love to new heights! Try parasailing together for a thrilling, bird’s-eye view of the Island. If water adventures are more your style, rent a jet ski or tandem kayak to explore the sparkling waters of the Laguna Madre.
For the Nature Enthusiasts: Explore South Padre Island’s natural beauty by visiting the Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary. Stroll the boardwalks hand in hand, spot vibrant wildlife, and enjoy a quiet moment immersed in the peaceful surroundings.
For the Arts and Culture Lovers: Indulge your creative sides with an art-themed date. Attend a painting class or browse the work of talented local artists. For those who love live performances, see what music or entertainment options are happening on the Island.
For the Foodies: Savor the Island’s culinary delights with a romantic dinner for two. Choose a bayside restaurant, where you can enjoy fresh seafood, gourmet dishes, and a stunning view of the sunset. Pair your meal with a fine wine or handcrafted cocktail to toast your love.
End Your Day with Fireworks: No matter how you spend your Valentine’s Day, don’t miss the dazzling Valentine’s Fireworks show at 7:30 p.m. over the bay in the Entertainment District. Watch the night sky light up in vibrant colors, a magical finale to your celebration. Plan your next date at VisitSouthPadreIsland.com •
Texas Fiesta!
Celebrating the Art of Quilting on South Padre Island
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Texas heritage and creativity at the 2025 RGV Quilt Show, Texas Fiesta! This vibrant celebration, hosted by the Rio Grande Valley Quilt Guild, will take place February 14-15 at the South Padre Island Convention Center.
This annual event is a true feast for the senses, showcasing hundreds of breathtaking quilts crafted by talented artisans. From traditional designs to modern masterpieces, these quilts highlight the artistry and diversity of Texas culture.
Beyond admiring these stunning creations, attendees can enjoy an array of activities designed to engage and inspire. Try your luck with prize drawings, browse unique quilts available for purchase, and participate in the silent auction for a chance to take home a one-of-a-kind treasure. Additionally, expert quilt appraisals will be available for those looking to learn more about their cherished pieces or to assess their value. Whether you’re an experienced quilter, a budding enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of handmade artistry, the RGV Quilt Show promises an unforgettable experience. Gather your friends and family for a weekend celebrating the vibrant quilt-making traditions that reflect the heart of Texas.
For more information and event details, visit sopadre.com/events. •
Valley Symphony Orchestra brings Cocktails con Fuerza to Brownsville February 8
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
The Valley Symphony Orchestra (VSO) is thrilled to announce a special performance of Cocktails con Fuerza in Brownsville Saturday, February 8, at 8 p.m. at the Texas Southmost College Performing Arts Center. From Gershwin’s Havana-inspired Cuban Overture to Duke Ellington’s thrilling symphonic big-band arrangements, this program promises to be as bold as it is captivating.
In addition, attendees will have the pleasure of witnessing the South Texas premiere of Grammy and Latin-Grammy-nominated Gabriela Ortiz’s Antrópolis, described by The New York Times as having “orchestral sophistication and grooving joy [that] would make West Side Story jealous.”
This event is presented by the Bert Ogden Auto Group and supported by a grant from the Rio Grande Valley Philanthropic Foundation. Additional support has been provided by the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation, the Brownsville Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Atlas, Hall & Rodriguez, LLP.
Please note this special event is not a replacement for the McAllen concert of the same name, scheduled the day before, Friday, February 7, at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. Instead, it serves as an exciting opportunity to bring the world-class music of the VSO to new audiences and share the joy of symphonic music with the Brownsville community.
As a cultural cornerstone of the Rio Grande Valley, the Valley Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to enriching communities through music and the arts. This concert in Brownsville marks a significant milestone in the VSO’s mission to expand its impact throughout the region.
Tickets for the Cocktails con Fuerza in Brownsville can be purchased at https://bit.ly/vsobville25. You can also contact the VSO Patron Services office at 956-803-3036 for more details.
The VSO would like to thank our outstanding 2024/25 Season sponsors for their commitment to the arts and their continued support: City of McAllen, Texas Commission on the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, KRGV Channel 5 News, Socialife, Decibel Communications, Mrs. Wanda Boush, Drs. Tahwid and Mihaela Shuaib, and Mrs. Trudie Elmore Abbott. •
BREAK FREE FROM BACK PAIN Azedine Medhkour,
We are excited to welcome Dr. Azedine Medhkour, an esteemed neurosurgeon with over 40 years of experience, to our medical team. A graduate of the Institute of Medical Sciences of Algiers, Dr. Medhkour trained at top institutions in Paris, including La Pitie-Salpetriere and Sainte-Anne hospital, and further refined his skills at New York University Medical Center, along with conducting research at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School.
If you or a loved one are dealing with severe back pain, we invite you to schedule an appointment with Dr. Medhkour. Call us at 956.668.0060 for a same-day consultation to start your journey toward relief.
Come One! Come All! Annual Retired Nurses Luncheon
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
All retired RNs, LVNs, and LPNs in the Rio Grande Valley are invited to the Annual Retired Nurses Luncheon
Tuesday, February 11, at Peter Piper Pizza, 3101 E. Expressway 83 in Weslaco. Check-in will begin at 12:30, and the buffet luncheon will follow at 1 p.m., followed by a social, announcements, and door prizes. The buffet luncheon includes pizza, breadsticks, salad bar, dessert, and a beverage.
No reservations are required. For questions, call or text Jan Bergman at 956-532-1223. •
Jason Lyle Black to Perform in Harlingen February 11
ISpecial to Welcome Home Winter Texan
nternationally acclaimed pianist, composer, and entertainer Jason Lyle Black will perform his new show, “100 Hits of Stage & Screen®,” live--in concert--at Christian Fellowship Church, 901 N. Loop 499 in Harlingen, Tuesday, February 11, at 7:30 p.m. Black is no stranger to the stage and has toured in more than 30 states and in more than 30 countries. In addition to his audience fanbase, Jason also has a massive online presence, with over 40 million views across various social media platforms and over 100,000 followers for his online educational piano series, The Four Note Piano Academy. Black’s new show, “100 Hits of Stage & Screen®,” features 100 iconic songs from the hits of rock legends like Queen, ACDC, and the Rolling Stones, to musicals like Wicked, Sweeney Todd, and Phantom of the Opera, to film and television soundtracks like Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Wars, Game of Thrones…and many more. This fast-paced show is packed with familiar hits and fun for the whole
family.
The Harlingen Concert Association has been presenting internationally acclaimed artists to the community since the 1930s. This all-volunteer, nonprofit organization is committed to enriching the cultural life of the Harlingen area through live performances. Thanks to loyal season ticketholders and sponsors, these concerts can be offered at affordable, family-friendly prices. For ticket information, visit the association’s website at HarlingenConcert.com or call 956-392-9757. •
Learn How to Spruce Up Your Garden Special
to Welcome Home Winter Texan
Registering for one of three upcoming workshops hosted by the Cameron County Master Gardens and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is just a scan away. Scan the QR codes on the flier to register for the Terrarium Building, Rose Pruning, and the Orchid workshops. Your garden will be the talk to the town! •
Play Loteria for a Cause
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
Join us Sunday, February 16, at 2 p.m. at the Brownsville Event Center, 1 Events Center Boulevard, for Loteria! Tickets are $30 and include three cards and your meal. Play for a chance to win some great prizes, such as gift cards, baskets, TVs, and more while supporting the Tip of Texas Family Outreach, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect. The Tip of Texas Family Outreach provides an array of supportive services to families throughout the Rio Grande Valley, serving--on average--300+ families per year with parenting skills classes; free counseling; emergency assistance with clothes, food and baby essentials; car seat inspections and installation; and awareness campaigns. Our goal is the safety and well-being of the children in our community and ensuring they are being raised in loving, safe, and healthy home environments…because Every Child Matters.
For tickets, please call Alma at 956459-5755. •
Hello Travel Friends Where Do You Want to Go? Call Us!
Dear Travel Friends,
Those of you who know me know I have major wanderlust. I am always up for a trip and have a spare bag of makeup and toiletries always packed, just in case I find a last-minute deal. Nowadays, there are so many ways to travel. Some people love to search out and plan every detail of their trip by themselves. Others like to travel with groups and make new friends along the way. Some prefer to pick a location and have someone else help them with the details. Would you be surprised to know that, with all three of these travel types, you could have a travel agent help you?
Surprisingly, travel agents are making a comeback as the travel industry is seeing a significant increase in demand. Between people wanting to travel but not having the time to plan or people not sure where to start planning, their travel agents are there to help. Here at Welcome Home RGV, we’re known for taking groups on unforgettable adventures and letting you hit that “easy button” when traveling and cruising. Most people don’t realize we also plan vacations of your own for individuals and groups. Travel Kristy is constantly booking cruises and vacations for people all over the world. This week alone, she was booking individuals for a trip to Greece and a cruise to Hawaii. I get asked all the time about small groups wanting to book travel together, and we love making those vacations a reality.
Since everything is available online, you may be wondering what the advantages are for using a travel agency. Here are my top three reasons travel agents are the way to go:
• First up is pricing. We have access to tons of vacation packages designed to save you money. We can look for things like the weeks with the best rates, the hotels offering bonus deals, and so much more.
• Next is payments. Instead of having to pay for your vacation all at once, you’re able to put a downpayment on your trip to book it and then make payments. We all know airfare and hotel prices can be a lot, all at once. Spacing these payments out can help with spreading that cost across multiple months.
• Lastly, and the most important, is experience. So many people tell me they want to travel but aren’t sure where to start or are nervous about going somewhere unknown. I have been all over the world and love to share my experiences and tips with anyone who will listen!
Travel agents can also book you with a group tour, if that’s something that will make you more comfortable.
These are just three of the many reasons booking with a travel agent is something I recommend. There are many others, like insurance options, help along the way if you need it, industry contacts we have, and so much more.
I’m dying to get you all to see every place on your lists! If you’re like me and antsy to get a vacation on your calendar or have a group of friends who think traveling together would be a blast, give us a call at 956-687-5115. we’ll schedule a time to meet up and see what we can do for you. •
~Sarah Denzer, tour manager with Kristy Meyer (aka “Travel Kristy”), cruise manager.
IMAS Announces Exhibition
Paintings from Spanish America (1600-1800) from the Thoma Collection
Special to Welcome Home Winter Texan
The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) in McAllen announces its upcoming exhibition, Paintings from Spanish America (1600-1800) from the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation Collection, which will be on view from February 8 to May 25. This exhibition features 16 masterworks that present a comprehensive panorama of artistic creativity from Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, Venezuela, Bolivia, and Cuba, dating from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Co-curated by Suzanne Stratton-Pruitt and Verónica MuñozNájar, the exhibition examines the dynamic character of viceregal art, illustrating how European artistic traditions were transformed and reinterpreted in Spanish Colonial America or the American Colonies of Spain. Visitors will encounter a
collection of oil paintings on canvas and copper, showcasing devotional iconography and intricate details that defined the period. These works, which once adorned churches, convents, and private homes, reflect the cultural identity of their regions and portray complex allegories, unique styles, and narratives of lineage and status.
The exhibition is on loan from the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation, a grantmaking and art collecting organization committed to supporting pivotal initiatives in the arts. The Foundation’s Arts of the Spanish Americas collection includes more than 210 paintings, making it one of the most significant private collections of its kind. Paintings of Spanish America (1600-1800) is also supported by Dr. Katherine Moore
McAllen, associate professor, School of Art and Design, director, Center for Latin American Arts; and Marialice Shary Shivers chair in Fine Arts at UTRGV.
IMAS will host an exclusive Member Opening Reception February 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. This complimentary, after-hours event is offered as a special acknowledgment of IMAS Members’ continued support. Pre-registration is encouraged. Members may bring one non-member guest per membership, while additional Member guests may attend for a $10 admission fee. Memberships are available for purchase online or at the door.
An Art History Roundtable, “Dialogues of Collecting and Display: Art of the Spanish Americas in the Rio Grande Valley,” will take place February 21 from 3 to 5 p.m. The roundtable will feature prominent experts, including Dr. Verónica Muñoz Nájar, Dr. Katherine McAllen, Dr. Tom Cummins, Dr. Rosario Granados, Dr. Kristopher Driggers, Dr. Adam Jasienski, and Dr. Carmen FernándezSalvador. Participants will discuss the historical and cultural significance of viceregal art, its modern appreciation, and its relevance to cultural institutions, like IMAS.
The museum invites the community to explore the rich history and artistry of Spanish America through this exceptional exhibition. Additional information about the exhibition, events, or membership is available at imasonline.org. IMAS is located at 1900 W. Nolana Ave. •
Unidentified artist. Angel with Baton, Oil on canvas, 18th century.
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Stunning 2 bdrm, 2 bath home with RV parking, outdoor kitchen, screened porch, quartz counters, home theater, wholehouse generator, 2-car garage, resort amenities, and prime location near trails and birding! Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, (956) 900-8487
Have I got the PERFECT place for YOU!! This 1 bedroom/1 bathroom built in 2000 is fully furnished and 100% turn key ready and even includes plate ware, glassware, and silverware! The outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy warm South Texas breezes with neighbors and friends. Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
This 2 Bed/2 bath home is perfectly located on the golf course in Alamo Country Club. Spacious primary bedroom & suite. Both bedrooms have access to the screened in backyard patio. Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
$69,900
$145,000
This desirable corner property includes lots 58 and 59 and is adjacent to the 18-hole par 3 private golf course and includes utility connections. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
This updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom furnished mobile is located in an active 55+ guarded gate community. Walk into this beautiful home and fall in love! Features updated from 2021/2022 include a renovated kitchen (Painted cabinets and walls, new granite countertops, sink, faucet, disposal, dishwasher, and fridge) a fresh coat of paint in the living room, flooring, 2 mini splits, water heater, water softener, and even exterior features like the screened in porch, extended concrete, and northside fencing with gate. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
Hidden Valley Ranch, Mission
Alamo Country Club
$175,000
$76,000
Searching for a gated 55+ community to settle down in? Then stop and check out this 2 bedroom 1.5 bath mobile home. Step inside and experience the bright and airy front living space and the lovely eat-in kitchen that provides the perfect combination of functionality and comfort. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
Spacious 3 bed/2bath 1900 sqft home in Alamo Country Club. This home is move-in ready with everything you need for a Winter vacation home! It comes fully furnished INCLUDING the golf cart! Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
GOTTA SEE this large 1665 sqft 2 bed/2 bath home in Alamo Country Club. This home is located on the golf course witha wonderful view of the 4th hole. Primary has room for king bed and both bedrooms have new tile flooring. An updated kitchen with breakfast nook with bay windows and a screen in porch round out the upgrades. Curt Riester, TREC771832, MHSLSP00047858, (956) 455-4195
The RV lot has FHUs and a furnished coach house with a bath with shower. There’s plenty of room for guests, entertaining, hobbies or just relaxing and watching TV. Come enjoy winters in the Texas Tropics. HOA fee includes landscape maintenance. Carol Kerr Welch, TREC540183, (956) 900-8487
$189,900
$58,500
Location, Location, Location! Own an RV and looking for a great place to park? Come check out this property, located in the 55+ community of Llano Grande Resort, where you own your lot! RV pad hook-ups included 30 amp and 50 amp services and a storage shed with 220vac connection. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
This fully furnished and energy efficient home has been completely updated including New Pella Windows, HVAC, and SS Appliances; Private backyard, screen porch and interior laundry. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
Wagon City South, Mission
Hidden Valley Ranch, Mission
$89,900
$115,000
This 2-bedroom and one-bath mobile home has a front living room with an open floor plan overlooking the spacious eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinets and counter space. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, (956) 271-3683
Located in a active 55+ community of Wagon City South, this well-preserved 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on a corner lot and is fully furnished and is move-in ready. The open-concept living and dining space is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing alone. Heather Escobedo, TREC686290, MHSLSP00048506, (956) 271-3683
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Things I Have Learned
A somewhat random and reckless look at life from a fairly old guy
Things I Have Learned A somewhat random and reckless look at life from a fairly old guy
by Bill Ward
Iby Bill Ward
II’m Betting on the Old Folks
Against All Odds
find it amazing, the wide variety of skillsets I possess that today’s younger generations just don’t share. I am an expert at making an operator-assisted phone call with a rotary telephone. I am quite at home butchering a chicken that I have caught with my own chicken catcher.
witnessed a miracle the other day. It was most certainly a miracle because the situation could not have happened by natural causes.
I can write a real letter--on paper-using cursive. I can drive a car with a clutch and stick shift. I can balance a paper checkbook register. I even know how to turn a television roof antenna by using a rotor, and I can change channels by standing up, walking to the TV, and turning the dial manually.
If the world collapses suddenly and we all have to return to old skills, I am ready. Unfortunately, until then, these and many other skills I possess are absolutely useless today.
Friends and I were out at a restaurant, and I carried my half-full cup of lemonade out to the car afterwards. I set it on the roof while we opened the tailgate. Then we all got in the car and drove out of the parking lot, headed home. En route, I made seven turns and stopped at four stop lights, accelerating away each time at a speed of about 50 mph. As we stepped out of the car in my driveway, there was my lemonade--on the roof.
How much brain space is consumed with files of old skills I will never use again?
How is that possible? The only explanation I can think of is that an angel was riding on the roof, holding onto the cup, protecting the public from flying lemonade. Or maybe it was just messin’ with me.
TODAY’S WISDOM:
Every skill you acquire doubles your odds of success. . ~Scott Adams
A man does not always choose what his guardian angel intends. ~Thomas Aquinas
I am thinking it is a lot. But even if I could, I would never push the delete button on any of it. By learning how to make a call through the operator, I was able to call out to my grandma’s farm any time I wanted to. By sharing the butchering duties when the family gathered at my grandma’s farm, I learned what I was capable of, and I gained great stories to share with my kids. (I bet a good share of you all have chasing headless chicken stories.)
I like living under the protection of angels. I actually have several instances in my life where things have happened that make no logical sense. Was it actually angels? Luck? Karma? Who knows?
Learning to drive a stick was quality time spent with my dad. He was patient, even when I stalled the engine. Because I could drive a stick, I also got to drive the truck at harvest on my in-laws’ farm later on. Those were fun days.
In the 1950s and 60s, watching TV was family time, after the homework was done and the house chores were finished. We watched family shows: Bonanza, Red Skelton, Jack Benny, I Love Lucy, and many
Life is interesting that way. So much happens that we don’t control. It can be hard to see when we are looking forward. But turn around and look backward through your life’s trajectory and see how many places something happened--good or bad-that changed the whole course. Maybe it was a chance encounter with a person you eventually married, a job offer you never expected that opened a whole new career, a germ you happened to inhale that became a life burden, or so many more little things that became big things.
We think we control our own lives, but do we? Sometimes life feels like we are a rollerball in a pinball machine. We are on a path to the slot at the bottom, but the route
EXPLORE, PROTECT, EDUCATE
more you all remember. And every time I made an entry in my checkbook, I got to experience gratitude for the blessings our family had.
from the top takes a lot of twists, turns, and bounces along the way.
One of the things I have learned is that we cannot begin to predict the path either that rollerball--or our lives--will take, nor plan the route, but it can be fun experiencing the trip. Sometimes, like that cup of lemonade, we end up in places against all odds. Angels? Maybe.
I’m just sayin’. •
I know I am obsolete in many ways, but I sure had a good time getting to this point. I hope I don’t need those old skills anymore because it has been fun learning new skills, too. But if we all ever need to go into survival mode, my money is on the old folks.
I’m just sayin’. •
Bill Ward is a retired health-care administrator from Minnesota and a regular columnist, author, and untalented rock ‘n’ roll musician, playing with the band Night Ryders. He winters at Casa Del Sol in Donna. You can contact Bill by email at bwward@ charter.net.
Bill Ward is a retired healthcare administrator from Minnesota and a regular columnist, author, and untalented rock ‘n’ roll musician, playing with the band Night Ryders. He winters at Casa Del Sol in Donna. You can contact Bill by email at bwward@charter.net.
SUNSHINE RV RESORT
CONCERT SERIES 2025
CONCERT
1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen (956) 428-4137
SERIES 2025
Sharon Owens - an Enchanted Evening with Barbra Streisand 2/12/2025
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 2/26/2025
SUNSHINE RV RESORT
Krendl Magic - award-winning magician and illusionist 3/5/2025
1900 Grace Ave, Harlingen (956) 428-4137
Bu ett’s Margaritaville -tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/12/2025
Sharon Owens - an Enchanted Evening with Barbra Streisand 2/12/2025
SOUTHERN COMFORT
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 2/26/2025
Krendl Magic - award-winning magician and illusionist 3/5/2025
1501 S Airport Dr, Weslaco (956) 968-3140
Bu ett’s Margaritaville -tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/12/2025
Sharon Owens - an Enchanted Evening with Barbra Streisand 2/13/2025
Krendl Magic - award-winning magician and illusionist 3/6/2025
SOUTHERN COMFORT
1501 S Airport Dr, Weslaco (956) 968-3140
FUN-N-SUN RV RESORT
Sharon Owens - an Enchanted Evening with Barbra Streisand 2/13/2025
1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito (956) 399-5125
Krendl Magic - award-winning magician and illusionist 3/6/2025
Sharon Owens - an Enchanted Evening with Barbra Streisand 2/15/2025
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 3/1/2025
FUN-N-SUN RV RESORT
Krendl Magic - award-winning magician and illusionist 3/8/2025
1400 Zillock Rd, San Benito (956) 399-5125
Bu ett’s Margaritaville - tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/15/2025
Sharon Owens - an Enchanted Evening with Barbra Streisand 2/15/2025
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 3/1/2025
VICTORIA PALMS HOTEL & RV RESORT
Krendl Magic - award-winning magician and illusionist 3/8/2025
602 N Victoria Rd, Donna (956) 782-3200
Sharon Owens - an Enchanted Evening with Barbra Streisand 2/16/2025
Bu ett’s Margaritaville - tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/15/2025
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 3/2/2025
VICTORIA PALMS HOTEL & RV RESORT
Krendl Magic - award-winning magician and illusionist 3/9/2025
602 N Victoria Rd, Donna (956) 782-3200
Bu ett’s Margaritaville -tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/16/2025
Sharon Owens - an Enchanted Evening with Barbra Streisand 2/16/2025
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COUNTRY SUNSHINE RV RESORT
(matinee 3-5 pm available)
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 3/2/2025
Krendl Magic - award-winning magician and illusionist 3/9/2025
1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco (956) 969-1557
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 2/27/2025
Bu ett’s Margaritaville -tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/16/2025
Bu ett’s Margaritaville - tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/13/2025
COUNTRY SUNSHINE RV RESORT
(matinee 3-5 pm available)
1601 S Airport Dr, Weslaco (956) 969-1557
ALAMO PALMS RV RESORT
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 2/27/2025
1341 W Bus Hwy 83, Alamo (956)787-7571
Bu ett’s Margaritaville - tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/13/2025
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 2/28/2025
Bu ett’s Margaritaville - tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/14/2025
ALAMO PALMS RV RESORT
1341 W Bus Hwy 83, Alamo (956)787-7571
Britain’s Finest - tribute to The Beatles 2/28/2025
Concert Dates Feb 12, 13, 15 & 16
Bu ett’s Margaritaville - tribute to the music of Jimmy Bu ett 3/14/2025
Concert Dates Feb 12, 13, 15 & 16
Concerts are from 7-9pm Contact each venue for ticket information
DANCES ENTERTAINMENT & SHOWS
Calendar of Events
Wednesday • Feb 5, 2025
Wednesday Breakfast 7:30 AM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Quinta Park Tours 9:00 AM Quinta Mazatlan McAllen (956) 681-3370
Plus Square Dance 10:00 AM Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 874-8264
2 Hour Riverside Dreamer River Tour 10:30 AM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477
Burgers & Fries 11:30 AM Chimney Park MHC Mission (956) 585-5061 $8
Acoustic Jam 12:30 PM Quiet Village II
Subdivision Donna
Jam Session 12:30 PM Trails End Resort Weslaco (956) 968-5051
Music Jam 12:30 PM Sunshine RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-7448
Big Band Jam 1:00 PM Valley View Estates Mission (956) 580-0428
Jam Session 1:00 PM Heritage Square Mission (651) 249-3129
Open Music Jam 1:00 PM Chimney Park MHC Mission (402) 630-0492
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM
Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
Looking for something to do here in the Rio Grande Valley? Our calendar of events has been the go-to source for our retirees to check out the lighter side of the Valley. For more information on submitting your events and activities, please email calendar@welcomehomergv.com. The deadline for submission is Fridays at 5:00pm.
Jam Session 1:30 PM Park Place Estates RV
Resort Harlingen (956) 428-4414
Happy Hour w/Bob Buttermore 3:00 PM
Victoria Palms RV Resort Donna (956) 4647801 PTH
Happy Hour w/Diego & Edith 3:00 PM
Leisure World Weslaco (956) 968-8412 PTH
Karaoke DJ 3:00 PM McAllen Mission RV
Resort Mission (720) 253-8608
Happy Hour w/The Warman Trio 3:30 PM
Paradise South RV Resort Mercedes (956) 5652044 PTH
Pancake, Biscuit & Gravy 4:30 PM Big Valley RV Park Donna (319) 330-7724 $8 BYOTS
Happy Hour w/Denim & Lace
Comfort RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-3140
Dave Perryman
Alamo (956) 884-0202 PTH
Root Beer Floats
Mission (956) 585-8135 $2
Vee’s Karaoke
McAllen (956) 686-3902
Square Dance - MS & Plus w/Rounds
Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918
Dance w/Steven May & the Southern Knights
7:00 PM Tip O Texas RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-9959
Jonny Bird Show 7:00 PM Casa Del Sol Donna (956) 464-2272 $8
Justin Terry 7:00 PM Bit-O-Heaven RV and MH Resort Donna (603) 396-2786 $10
Kiley & Company 7:00 PM Paradise Park RV Resort Harlingen (956) 425-6881
Lindley Creek 7:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 $10
Mark Merchant Ventriloquist 7:00 PM Fun N Sun RV Resort San Benito (956) 399-5125 $10/$12 Mountain Highway 7:00 PM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Dance w/Hitman 7:30 PM Country Palms RV Park San Juan (956) 787-0680 $8
Thursday
TUES HAPPY HOUR 3 PM - 5 PM (unless otherwise noted) Pass the bucket All You Can
Feb 11 • Jerry Co • 7-9 pm $10 Wed, Feb 5 Justin Terry
Doors Open 1 hour before ENTERTAINMENT
for Sale
Feb 16 Sundays 1-3 pm Shindig Show $8 Rick McEwen,The Gambler 7-9 pm Wed, Feb 12 • $10
• 7-8:30 $10 Wed, Mar 5
Jason Whorlow, Piano Man
SUNDAYS KARAOKE | 5 PM BYOB/Snacks All Are Welcome to Listen or Sing Along no karaoke Feb 9
Feb 14 • Gatos Locos Valentine’s Senior Prom $12 The Fabulous Cruisers
Feb 18 • Curt James Feb 25 • Jerry Co CRAFT FAIR FEB 14 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Breakfast and Bakery Items for sale PATIO SALE FEB 8 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1051 W. Bus Hwy 83 | Donna, TX 78537 www.bit-o-heaven.net Bit-O-Heaven RV and Mobile Home Resort
• Feb 6, 2025
Biscuits & Gravy 7:30 AM Lamplighter MH Subdivision Palmview Craft Show 8:00 AM Tropic Winds RV Resort Harlingen (956) 423-5484
Craft Show 8:00 AM Rio Valley Estates Weslaco (712) 490-4260
Quilt Show & Craft Sale 8:00 AM Orange Grove RV Park Edinburg (715) 764-2611
Winter Wildlife Expo 8:00 AM South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center and Alligator Quilt Show & Craft Sale
Orange Grove RV Park 5005 E State Hwy 107 Edinburg,TX
Thursday, February 6th, 2025 8:00am to 12:30pm
Donations requested
Over 30 Quilts on display (some Quilts for sale)
Homemade Caramel Rolls 8am to 10am
Lunch 11am – 12:30pm (Homemade Soup and Sandwiches)
Raffle Baskets and 50/50 Raffle More info? call: 715-764-2611
JAM SESSIONS SALES MEALS
Sanctuary SPI (956) 761-6801 $10
Bluegrass Jam 9:00 AM Lamplighter MH Subdivision Palmview
Pancake Breakfast 9:00 AM The Grove San Juan (608) 317-7829 Varies
Advanced Square Dance Workshop 10:00
AM Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 874-8264
Thursday Lunch 11:00 AM Bentsen Grove Resort Palmview (956) 585-0703
Jam Lunch 11:30 AM Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839
Jam Session 12:30 PM Pharr South Pharr (956) 787-7839
Jam Session 1:00 PM Leisure World Weslaco (956) 968-8412
Riverside Dreamer River Tour 1:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477 $13
The Kenaston’s 1:00 PM Riverside Club Mission (956) 581-4477
Acoustic Bluegrass Jam 1:30 PM VIP La Feria RV Park West La Feria (940) 453-0196
Happy Hour w/Bob Buttermore 3:00 PM Snow to Sun RV Resort Weslaco (956) 9680322 PTH
Happy Hour w/Curt James 3:00 PM Pine to Palm Resort Park Weslaco (956) 968-5760 PTH
Happy Hour w/Regan James 3:00 PM Country Sunshine RV Resort Weslaco (956) 968-7171 PTH
Dance w/Steven May & the Southern Knights 7:00 PM Alamo Palms RV Resort Alamo (956) 683-5918 $8
Mariachi Music Entertainment 7:00 PM
Bentsen Palm RV Park Mission (956) 585-0541 $9
Mountain Highway in Concert 7:00 PM
Mission Bell Tradewinds RV Resort Mission (956) 585-4833 $10
MPL Anime / Manga Club 7:00 PM McAllen Public Library McAllen (956) 681-3000
Friday • Feb 7, 2025
Annual Garage Sale 8:00 AM Our Savior Lutheran Church McAllen (956) 631-6121
Craft Show 8:00 AM Tropic Star RV Resort Pharr (956) 787-5773
Craft/Vendor Show 8:00 AM Palm Shadows Resort Donna (956) 597-6900
Patio Sale 8:00 AM Palm Shadows Resort Donna (956) 597-6900
Tropical Valley Acres Annual Rummage Sale 8:00 AM Tropical Valley Acres Mission Winter Wildlife Expo 8:00 AM South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary SPI (956) 761-6801 $10
Craft Sale 9:00 AM Paradise Park Inc. McAllen (956) 682-8081
