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Hundreds of Canadians and Americans turned out to bars and restaurants throughout Jaltemba to watch the Canadian football Grey Cup Classic between Montréal and Regina Roughriders. Montreal won but did not stop the great Regina fans from having a great time. Here we see the festivities at Hinde and Jaime's in La Penita de Jaltemba. Click here to view more Bill Bell Photographs of Grey Cup

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Photo of Roughrider fans at Grey Cup Bash at Restaurant Charly on the Beach in Guayabitos...Click here to view more Stobb's photography of the bash at Charly

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Headline News

Madonna's Mexico Debut Of New Gym

Madonna Sweats The Details As She Opens Her First Hard Candy Fitness Gym In Mexico City.As the glass doors of Hard Candy Fitness, Madonna's first gym, slid open in Mexico City on Monday, a mural of white, black and violet Warhol-esque images of the Queen of Pop greeted each client….go to original article

20 Bodies Found In Northern Mexico Mass Grave

Victims Said Killed by Drug Cartel in Case of Mistaken Identity. ) The Mexican army discovered several clandestine graves holding at least 20 bodies near a ranch in the northern border state of Chihuahua, authorities said Monday. …Go to original article

Fewer winter Texans travel to Mexico

Northerners who spend winters in Texas are still making the trip south, but they're thinking twice about traveling to violence-plagued Mexico.

South Texas officials say there is little or no change in the number of retired northerners fleeing their snowbound homes to spend the winter months near the warm beaches of the state's Gulf coast. But fewer travelers are making trips to the streets of Mexico, where broad-daylight shootouts aren't unusual as drug cartels fight a bloody turf war….go to original article

Mexico to UN Climate Conference: Look Beyond Borders

Mexican President Felipe Calderon called on climate negotiators Monday to put national interests aside and act on behalf of all humanity to fight global warming.Opening a two-week conference, Calderon urged delegates to overcome the deep divide between rich and poor countries that has stymied efforts to negotiate a new climate treaty for three years….go to original article

Aztecas gang boss Gallegos 'admits Mexico murders'

Mexican police have arrested an alleged leader of the Aztecas street gang that is blamed for much of the violence in Ciudad Juarez on the US-Mexico border….go to original article

New Book Revisits a Period Of Ruthless Rebellion In Mexico

The 1910 Mexican Revolution was an extreme episode of Mexico’s tumultuous history. In The Mexican Revolution: Legacy of Courage, the said event is explored and interpreted through the eyes of one of its heirs, author Neftalí G. García.

The Mexican Revolution: Legacy of Courage tells a story of a turbulent decade of rebellion, of government overthrows, of political assassinations, of foreign interventions, of fratricide, and of nation building. It follows the lives of the major players of Heliosian power who led the revolution and sacrificed their lives for it, reporting the major events that shaped a nation’s character. Furthermore, the story raises the moral question “How is it that ordinary men find the courage to put their lives on the line for an idea?”…go to original article

Mexico to launch historic oil auction in February

Mexico will kick off its first auction in decades of oil field operation rights next February, taking a tentative step toward opening up a sector that was nationalized in 1938.

State oil monopoly Pemex said on its website it would offer three blocks off onshore mature oil fields it hopes can be redeveloped with modern technology and know-how to maximize the recovery of the oil still locked in the earth…go to original article

Mexican Politician Released in Mexico

Diego Fernandez de Cevallos, a prominent Mexican politician and former presidential candidate who was kidnapped in May, has been released, daily El Universal reported on Saturday.

The newspaper, quoting members of the politician's family, said Fernandez, who belongs to President Felipe Calderon's ruling party, was released on Friday night. …go to original article

Jennifer Aniston shows off bikini bod in Los Cabos

Jennifer Aniston and her best friend Chelsea Handler showed off their well toned, sexy bikini bodies while vacationing in Los Cabos, Mexico. The Just Go With It star, 41, donned a skimpy string bikini and a floppy hat, while Handler, 35, opted for a royal blue two-piece….go to original article

8 arrested in SD-Mexico drug tunnel raid

Federal authorities said they arrested eight people and seized more than 20 tons of marijuana after discovering a sophisticated drug tunnel that links a San Diego-area building to a home in Mexico. …go to original article

As the rest of the world turns, Mexico's eyes are riveted on a wedding

The marriage of Enrique Pena Nieto, governor of Mexico state and potentially the country's next president, to soap opera star Angelica Rivera is Topic No. 1. Reporting from Mexico City — If it were a soap opera (and it sure feels like one), Saturday's big event would be the pull-out-the-stops season finale. The script calls for wedding bells….go to original article

Under the Spell of San Miguel de Allende

Ever since American Stirling Dickinson arrived there in 1937, the Mexican town has been a magnet for artists and U.S. expatriates …go to original article

Mexico City police remove anti-drug cartel banner

A Mexican anti-crime group is criticizing the capital's city government after police pulled down a banner urging people to unite against drug gangs.

Drug cartels frequently hang threatening messages from highway overpasses in parts of Mexico, and police usually also remove them….go to original article

Mexico's modern city succumbs to drug violence

A 21-year-old university student lies dead from a gunshot to the head. Nearby, paramedics wrap the head of another woman in a blood-soaked shirt while her husband holds their cowering children.

They were shopping in a popular downtown promenade when gunmen chasing a security guard opened fire into the crowd. This wasn't supposed to happen in Monterrey,…go to original article

Rebelling Against Spain, This Time With Words

The Royal Spanish Academy is lopping two letters off the Spanish alphabet, reducing it to 27. The Spanish Royal Academy in Madrid serves as the grammar police for the 450 million people who speak the language. Out go “ch” and “ll,” along with lots of annoying accents and hyphens. The simplified spelling from the academy, a musty Madrid institution that is the chief arbiter of all things grammatical, should be welcome news to the world’s 450 million Spanish-speakers, not to mention anybody struggling to learn the language. …go to original article

Pre-Columbian artifact repatriated to Mexico

A small, pre-Columbian figurine that came rolled up in T-shirts in an airline passenger's luggage was returned to Mexico, its country of origin, on Tuesday.

The 2 1/2-inch artifact, which appears to have a face carved into it, was taken from a U.S. citizen who flew into Oakland International Airport Feb. 10, returning from a trip to Mexico. …go to original article

Jobless Mexicana stewardesses launch sexy calendar

Ten stewardesses with troubled Mexicana airlines, which filed for bankruptcy in August and suspended operations, launched a sultry aviation-themed calendar on Thursday to call attention to their own plight and that of their airline – one of the world's oldest. …go to original article

Monarchs face host of threats

This small patch of mountain fir forest is a model of sorts for the global effort to save trees and fight climate change. The problem is that saving trees has not saved the forest's most famous visitors: Monarch butterflies.
Millions of Monarch butterflies migrate here from the United States and Canada every year, but their numbers declined by 75 percent last year alone, apparently because of changing weather and vegetation patterns….go to original article

Last Week

Stunning image of flamingos gathered as one flamingo the 'holy grail' of wildlife photography

The remarkable moment a flock of flamingos spontaneously gathered in the form of one giant bird has been captured by a wildlife photographer in Mexico.

….Go to original article

A flock of flamingos photographed off the coast of the Yucatan, Mexico

A flock of flamingos photographed off the coast of the Yucatan, Mexico Photo: ROBERT HAAS / NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC / CATERS NEWS

Mexico warns holiday travelers to go in convoy

It is an annual ritual, a pilgrimage that Mexicans living in the United States make to visit hometowns and families for the holidays.But this year, the terrifying drug-war violence sweeping parts of the country is taking its toll.

The Mexican government is warning travelers who are driving home for the holiday season — many from Southern California — to move in convoys and only during daylight hours while on Mexican roads…..go to original article

Mexican police detain man in death of Canadian businessman

Canadian businessman Daniel Dion once bragged about how well he paid the Mexican prisoners who stitched together his shiny designer handbags, and the ease with which he moved inside some of that country’s dangerous penitentiaries.

Now one of Dion’s former employees, an ex-con he hired to do computer work, has been detained in connection with his death last month….go to original article

Shoppers travel from Mexico to get holiday deals

Black Friday is right around the corner and Tucson is expecting international shoppers from Mexico to help boost sales.The Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau says heading into December, Arizona will see millions of visits from Mexico….go to original article

Mexico to close landfill, among world's largest

One of the world's largest landfills is to be closed next year because of worries that the more than 12,000 tons of garbage deposited there daily could contaminate the aquifer, Mexico's Interior Department said Monday. The closure of Mexico City's massive Bordo Poniente landfill aims to "to resolve for once and for all the grave and latent problem of contamination" of water sources, an Interior Department statement said. The dump also represents a flood threat, as it could potentially interfere with the water drainage out of Mexico City.. …go to original article

Growing a Forest, and Harvesting Jobs

IXTLÁN de JUÁREZ, Mexico — As an unforgiving midday sun bore down on the pine-forested mountains here, a half-dozen men perched across a steep hillside wrestled back mounds of weeds to uncover wisps of knee-high seedlings.

Freeing the tiny pines that were planted last year is only one step of many the town takes to nurture the trees until they grow tall, ready for harvesting in half a century. But the people of Ixtlán take the long view. ….go to original article

On location in Mismaloya: Village has come a long way since '64 film put it on the map

When director John Huston scoped out locations to film the 1964 Oscar-winning movie "The Night of the Iguana," he zeroed in on this isolated cove 8 miles south of Puerto Vallarta on the Pacific Coast. At the time Puerto Vallarta was a quiet fishing village that didn't even have telephone service. Mismaloya, with its lush jungles and white beaches at the base of the Sierra Madres, had breathtaking views, but no road to reach it….go to original article

¡Acción! More films, more subsidies, elusive profits

WHEN the Morelia International Film Festival began in 2003, the organisers struggled to find a home-grown release with which to open it. This year’s festival, which took place last month, was spoilt for choice. The number of films made each year in Mexico has trebled in the past decade (to around 70), largely thanks to a big increase in state funding. Last year the government gave out $73.3m in grants and tax breaks to Mexican producers; this year it will also offer rebates to foreigners who make their films in Mexico….go to original article

Mexican distiller debuts $3.5m tequila

A Mexican distiller has presented what it hopes will become the world's most expensive tequila, a platinum and diamond-studded bottle of seven-year-old liquor.

Hacienda La Capilla's 1.3-litre bottle is made of ceramic, with a 2.3 kilogram layer of platinum and more than 4,000 diamonds totaling 328 carats…..go to original article

Poll: 49 pct of Mexicans think drug war a failure

Nearly half the Mexican public considers President Felipe Calderon's offensive against drug cartels a failure, a poll suggested Tuesday for the first time since the conservative leader launched the deadly crackdown in 2006. The survey shows 49 percent of respondents consider the crackdown has failed, compared with just 33 percent who think it has succeeded. …go to original article

$4,000 LAP-BAND Medical Travel Package for Nov. 25, 26, 27

Hospital Angeles Tijuana, a popular “medical tourism” destination for Americans and Canadians, offers patients interested in LAP-BAND surgery a special opportunity to save more than $1,00 on the procedure.During the Thanksgiving weekend of November 25, 26 and 27, globally recognized Allergan-certified gastroenterologist surgeon Dr. Juan Lopez Corvala will host the fourth of twelve bariatric training sessions held through first quarter 2011 at Hospital Angeles Tijuana, waiving his surgeon fee to reduce patient out-of-pocket cost to just $4,000. …go to original article

Does This Mexican Compound House Tons of U.S. Spies?

Located just down the street from the U.S. embassy in Mexico City, this unassuming compound might house a smorgasbord of U.S. government agencies, devoted to spying on drug cartels, crime syndicates the Mexican security services and anyone else its inhabitants feel like. But Pentagon says the truth is much more boring.

Located at 265 Paseo de la Reforma, the “super spy center” is home to (deep breath) the CIA; the FBI; the Department of Homeland Security; the Treasury; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms; the National Reconnaissance Office, the NSA; the Defense Intelligence Agency; and the Drug Enforcement Agency. Not evidently included: Mexican agencies….go to original article

Troubled Mexican airline set for relaunch with 70% staff cut

Mexican Airlines (CMA) will relaunch with a new owner and a 70 percent staff cut, Lizette Clavel, the leader of the airline stewards' union told Mexico's Radio Formula on Monday….go to original article

Steffany’s Quinceañera. Well known local Maestro Raphael's daughter had a photographic session throughout Rincon de Guayabitos and La Penita. Bill Bell Photograph

Another Pemex station is going up. This one will be at the entrance to Rincon de Guayabitos

Recycling Basket-Making Workshop

The Recycling Committee of Los Amigos de La Peñita is having a workshop to make recycling baskets on Saturday, December 4, beginning at 10:00 AM. The workshop will be at Retorno Gaviotas #13 – off of Flamingos – in the Residential Zone of Rincon de Guayabitos.

Everyone is welcome. Bring pliers if you have them. No experience necessary.

Vista Encantada on the Riviera Nayarit could be a great buy!

Want to buy a piece of paradise, but you are worried about ownership in Mexico? Vista Ecantada located just a short drive north of La Penita de Jaltemba near Divisadero says it has all of the government approvals in place to make your retirement investment safe.

Vista Encantada, a gated community with titled property has reasonably priced lots for sale and they can build your dream home as well. According to the president, of the development company Blooming International, Carlos Munguia, the first phase of the development is well over 60 per cent sold and construction on several units has begun.

“We have come up with strict codes that will protect the fantastic views of everyone who owns a lot,” Munguia said.

Mungia is extremely proud of the eco friendly environment of the development and surrounding park land. Especially the jungle walks and waterfalls right on the property.

Each lot has a wonderful oceon view. The development is situated on the hill above Cave beach.The lots start at $99,000.

The community will eventually have several swimming pools and club house says Mungia. Its infrastructure (water, sewer and amenities) are “second to none” on the coast.

For more information call Carlos at 916 284 5920 or visit there web site at www.blooming-intl.com

A New Look at Mexico

Mark Hoult

Community Press

Trent Hills—Dave and Anne Easby have been living in two worlds for the past six years.

The first is the world of rural Ontario, where they make their home in the family cottage on the Trent River just outside Campbellford.

The second world is the town of La Penita de Jaltemba, a community of about 20,000 people an hour north of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, where the retired couple spend half the year in a community they have come to love—and understand.

Mexicans are open, family-oriented people who 'live with what they have and are happy with what they have," said Dave Easby, who has written They Tore Down the Russell Hotel: A Story of Change in Small Town Mexico.

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Anne and Dave Easby prepare to set off for La Penita de Jaltemba with Arnarillo, a dog they adopted from the streets of the town of 20,000 an hour north of Puerta Vallarta, Mexico.

Lo de Marcos Wedding on the Beach

Wedding that was on the beach here in Lo de Marcos on Sat. Nov. 27 just before sunset.

The little flower girl was so cute. She and two other little girls had baskets of rose petals to sprinkle down the aisle ahead of the bride and groom. However it was easier just to dump the whole basket. Then they set about picking them back up while the ceremony was taking place.
Lisa

Friends and Family of Jomie and Kenny Thompson

Many friends were not able to make the 1 year anniversary cruise celebrating the life of Kenny Thompson, so this year Jomie is celebrating all things Kenny one more time. This coming Friday.

If you knew Kenny and want to pay your respects or simply come and tell stories then go to Mateja’s for a 10am loading of the boat. Most appropriately the celebration will take place on the party boat.

Everyone is welcome.

8^th Annual International Margarita Challenge to be

bigger and better in 2011

As if it could get any better? The 8^th Annual International Margarita Challenge’s organizers Jim and Bonnie Williams are planning to have the best ever Margarita Challenge this year and to make it an even better show they are putting out the invite to other communities from Puerto Vallarta to Las Varas to come up with their own competitor.

“Yes, every year with the help of so many volunteers and great contestants, the Margarita Challenge continues to provide more excitement, entertainment and great margaritas,” Jim Williams said.

Adding that the funds garnered from the event continue to grow and provide much needed support to the local food bank and Rincon de Guayabitos School Emilio Zapata.

“Seeing how much help these funds bring to the community brings a tear to our eyes. Everyone is so grateful,” Williams said.

This year’s Challenge will once again be held at the “fabulous” Pina Colada Restaurant in Rincon de Guayabitos on Wednesday February 2^nd. The cost remains 200 pesos.

Last year’s exciting winner Patty Hueso from Hinde and Jaime’s Restaurant in La Penita de Jaltemba will be returning. Hueso went on to win the 2010 International Tequila Contest in Tequila with her presentation following her local victory.

For more information on how to enter the contest or to buy tickets (REMEMBER THEY SOLD OUT WELL IN ADVANCE LAST YEAR) please email Jim Williams at poptop_u@hotmail.com or call 327 274 0805

Or go to www.internationalmargaritachallenge.com

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U.S. Consulate Warden Message: Security Update
guadalajara.usconsulate.gov
November 20, 2010

Due to a variety of security incidents in various parts of the consular district, the U.S. Consulate General in Guadalajara urges U.S. citizen residents and visitors to remain vigilant and makes the following security recommendations:

1. Avoid all unnecessary travel to Colotlan, Jalisco near the Zacatecas border because of an increasingly volatile security situation, including roadblocks during daylight hours by individuals posing as police and/or military. The Consulate General has previously advised against unnecessary travel to Yahualica, Jalisco.

2. Use extreme caution when traveling near the borders between Jalisco and the states of Zacatecas and Michoacán.

Click here to read the entire warning

WANTED – USED FRIDGE & STOVE

The JEDI (Jaltemba Economic Development Initiative), a Committee of Los Amigos de La Peñita is looking for a used fridge and stove.

The local government DIF office in la Peñita focuses on community and family development. They are looking for a good quality, used fridge and stove for their kitchen. These will be used to teach mothers how to make nutritional meals. They will also be offering courses to women who wish to make and sell cakes, cookies and other marketable food items.

This is a worthwhile effort and we are hoping to find something for them soon. If you are thinking of replacing your current refrigerator or stove, but it still has some life in it, please consider donating it. Or if your old machine can be repaired and used, we’re interested.

Please call Agneta at 274-3247, or cell 322-140-3684. Thanks in advance.

New Resale Shop to Open at Entreamigos in San Pancho
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November 26, 2010

To learn more about Entreamigos' programs and activities please visit entreamigos.org.mx.

San Francisco, Nayarit - The always innovative Entreamigos, a non-profit community education center in San Pancho, is due to unveil their latest project in a push towards sustainability - a new Resale Shop set for a grand opening on December 16th, 2010.
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Guayabitos Folk Art Market Every Monday

Town Plaza next to the Church

Spend a relaxing morning strolling under the trees in Guayabitos town square enjoying the hand-made Mexican folk art from local craftsmen. Complete article on page 2

Mateja's cooks up some great turkeys for American Thanksgiving

Click here to view more great photographs of Mateja's Thanksgiving

WHERE TO DONATE

A big hearted community willing to give to those in need

Mateja Says Thanks from the Baseball Teams

ateja says thanks from the boys and young men that play baseball in our area. In September she placed a wanted ad in the Sol requesting baseball gloves, balls and bats. The response has been overwhelming and many people have responded by collecting gloves and other equipment from friends and thrift stores up North. The Butlers, for example, brought a huge box of gloves for local distribution.

“It has been overwhelming” says Mateja. “The ad in the Sol really worked.”

Mateja’s goal is to ensure that every player in the local league has a glove. “Before the donations started coming in, every team shared one…maybe two mitts. Now there are significantly more and it is because of the generosity of so many individuals.”

“I cannot tell you how grateful the guys are,” she explains. “They say how much? How Much? I tell them that the tourists gave it as a gift. Their gratitude is overwhelming They can’t believe it.”

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Highlights from the November 22 Meeting of Los Amigos de La Peñita

There were 63 individuals in attendance, including our 9 scholarship recipients and 5 other guests.

Jeanie Mintzmyer provided a financial update. She noted that our total approved budget for the 2010/11 fiscal year is $437,860 pesos and we currently have a balance of $165,660 pesos. .

Carol Wallace was introduced as the new chair of the Recycling Committee. It was reported Los Amigos has received a grant of $11,000 US from the Jaltemba Bay Rotary Club, contingent upon a $2,000 US contribution from Los Amigos. A number of priority areas were identified, including the development of an education and promotional campaign. It was noted that we have collected 25,000 kilos of plastics in the last six months. Vern was thanked for his efforts in bringing the program to its current level. Carol indicated that she was impressed with how much had been accomplished in a short period of time and was anxious to meet the individuals who had been involved to date.

Peter Martin provided an update on the plans for the Los Amigos Booth at the Tianguis for the upcoming season. A kiosk has been designed that will be attractive and colourful, with banners describing the activities of the various committees. A number of products will also be sold.

Agneta Dyck provided an overview of the activities of Los Amigos newest Committee. She indicated that the Committee has established three priorities: the development of a “Buy Local” campaign, working with PEACE on a micro-financing initiative and working with the Ejido to attract a new agribusiness to the community.

Carlos Flores reported that the Education Committee was successful in obtaining a $5,000 grant from the Rotary Club of Oak Bay, B.C. Canada and a grant of $3,000 from the Rotary Club of Juneau Alaska, USA to undertake a couple of projects.

Ken reported that the date (January 30) has been set for our major fundraiser. Thomas Bartlett has again offered his hacienda for the event. Ken is prepared to chair the Fundraising Committee this year but will require a number of volunteers

Volunteer sheets for each committee were circulated.

Ken indicated that the election of new officers would take place at the next meeting.

The next meeting will be on December 13.

Full Minutes are available on the Los Amigos Website (www.losamigosdelapenita.com).

Exhibition of newest collection by ARIEL SAINZ_

multi disciplinary artist and recipient of 2010 FECAN

(an Arts Grant of Nayarit)

opening reception

Saturday, December 18th, 2010 at 6:00pm

Bodega 3, Avenida Tercer Mundo #13

San Francisco, Nayarit

Ariel Sainz, one of the most active interdisciplinary artists in the area, will be exhibiting his new collection of paintings, “Ratros de una Génesis” . Ariel Sainz is a recipient of the 2010 Arts Grant from the FECAN (Fondo Estatal para la Cultura y las Artes de Nayarit) which awards artists of various disciplines who have accomplished extensive body of work and exhibitions. Ariel, the only painter to receive an award this year, is also the first-ever resident within the local area to have received this prestigious state-wide recognition.

In “Rastros de una Genesis” , Ariel Sainz explores the roots and possibilities of expression using ancient forms such as Asian Caligraphy_investigating visual concepts of points and lines while also experimenting with mixed materials using oil, charcoal and ink. In this exhibit, Ariel Sainz will present up to 25 new large format paintings in one of the renovated Bodegas (warehouses) on San Pancho's main road.

A visionary_

A long-time resident and active citizen of San Pancho, Ariel Sainz has demonstrated his prolific and innovative vision as a cultural activist. Apart from his production of paintings, sculptures and dance/theater performances, Ariel was previous co-owner of Galeria Nayar (one of the first art spaces integrating local and international artists in San Pancho), co-founder of Colectivo San Pancho (creators of the annual art festival in December) , creator and director of Circo de Carton Ensemble and ,occassionally, Ariel leads workshops for children and adults in both visual and theater arts.

Transforming landmark town structure into a contemporary art venue_

Exhibition of "Rastros de una Genesis" will be in the "Bodega 3 "(one of the town’s abandoned factory warehouses) which have become magnets for artistic, social and educational activities mostly due to innovative and forward-thinking residents of San Pancho - including the new library and education center of entreAmigos, sports center and Capoeira school. The Bodega 3 Art Space is now utilized by artists of the Colectivo San Pancho to produce and present ongoing works such as the successful Circo de Carton and local musical events featuring contemporary local and international artists.

Ariel Sainz and FECAN invite you to attend the opening reception of

"Rastros de una Genesis" on Saturday, December 18th 2010, 6:00PM.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Additionally, this evening marks the beginning of the 5th Annual Art Festival of San Pancho

(COLECTIVO SAN PANCHO SINERGIARTE),

followed by a series of exciting art activities for the entire family throughout the month of December.

(for more event dates and info, visit colectivosanpancho.blogspot.com)

For more information about Ariel Sainz's works and the December 18th reception,visit rastrosarielsainz.blogspot.com (cell: 322-120-2401)

The inauguration is partly sponsored by CECAN (FECAN) and Hotel Cielo Rojo (www.hotelcielorojo.com) with additional support from various local businesses and restaurants.

Lo De Marcos Animal clinic Set to go

This is VERY short notice because I had only a few days’ notice myself. I thought the clinic was coming later in December but they preferred this week, Wed. - Sat., and Sat. is half day with break down following. Tuesday is set up and guys would be helpful to move furniture and assemble animal crates. PEACE is working their way down the coast starting with La Penita last week. San Pancho is next week. Clinic location is ( #40 Villa del Mar at intersection with San Marcos ) the 2 story brick house just across the street from the old Casa de los Niño’s on the same side, south on the corner. If you wish to help in some area please stop by there or call me or stop by my house and/or leave a note if I'm not there. I still need food/meals for staff at least (4 people on Wed. and Thurs. and 5 Fri. and Sat.). Tyler, do you think Lilo would donate an eve. meal? I also need runners and transport for patients before and after. Most patients are ready for release around 3:00 - 4:00 PM and must arrive around 8:00 AM. Thanks so much if you can do anything. We need extra folding tables and plastic chairs too. Jen, Stacey Ford, Gladys, and Diana coordinated on meals last time and maybe you could/would do so again? I have Karen O.'s crockpot if anyone wishes to use it. Marge and Ray are generously providing 2 apts. for PEACE staff.

Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue, based in Los Ayala, is generously sponsoring this clinic this time, but $ are still needed for other clinic necessities and for continued support of animal rescue, med. care, and adoptions here. Dog and cat food is always needed. In La Penita last week, an astonishing 217 animals were sterilized in 3 1/2 days -- a record, and many volunteers literally worked from dawn until dusk and beyond. Most patients were Mexican mascotas but some were street orphans. Please see JBAR site for news and photos. Thanks again for your support!

Ana

This adorable little guy needs a home!

To adopt Call Lin Chimes at 327-274-0976

Click here to view the latest JBAR newsletter on the Clinic

BUY LOCAL...and support the Jaltemba Economy

The BUY LOCAL campaign of JEDI (Jaltemba Economic Development Initiative), a Committee of Los Amigos de La Peñita is gaining momentum.

The difficulty of getting into and out of Puerto Vallarta is a perfect excuse to do your shopping right here. Just think – when you spend in your money in PV, you leave it in another city and state. Or if you buy your goods in Tepic, you still leave the money outside the Jaltemba region. We want to encourage you to buy as much as possible locally in order to boost the economy and help our Mexican neighbours.

We know there are some things you still can’t find locally, but you’d be surprised at how many you can:

Popin in Guayabitos had a selection of dog food, cat food and cat litter. They are willing to bring in the larger sacks of dog food if you request the brand you want.
La Unica furniture store in la Peñita has lovely sheets in their catalog and they can bring them into the store within a few days.
Don Pedro will bring in the wines you identify if they are available through the local distributor.
Need new cartridges for your printer? The PCS cellphone store in LP will refill your existing cartridges for a fraction of the cost, and save you a trip.
You can get turkey at the carniceria and fresh cranberries at the fruterias in Guayabitos. Remember this for both Thanksgiving and Christmas!

Those are just a few of the surprises we found when we looked. Many of the shop owners will make a real effort to source the products you need. And they usually keep the prices fairly competitive. Just remember, now they are the ones paying for the gas!

In the end, you may save money or you may not. But by helping the community, we create more prosperity here, and that in turn means more jobs for locals.

Look for upcoming posters and shopping bags for the BUY LOCAL campaign. Thanks, everyone.

Sayulita Postcard: Writer's News & Views
Ed Schwartz - PVNN
November 27, 2010

Sayulita, Nayarit is a drowsy little fishing village on a palm-laden arc of sand - and the perfect place to enjoy the quiet pleasures and local color of Mexico. (photos by PromoVision)

Sayulita, the charming surfing, fishing village 40 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta, has a lot going for it as a vacation destination - great beach, some very decent restaurants and, of course, great weather. Right now it's sunny and hot in the daytime and nice and cool at night. The town has become a darling of travel writers.

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Another Friday night of Karaoke, fun, and Chile rellenos at Hinde and Jaime's in La Penita de Jaltemba Click here to view more Bill Bell Photographs

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Mexico Population Hits 112 Million
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November 26, 2010

Mexico City – Mexico’s population has reached 112,322,757 inhabitants. Of them, 57,464,459 are women and 54,858,298 are men, Eduardo Sojo, the president of the the National Institute of Statistics, Geography and Information (INEGI), said Thursday.

During a press conference, Sojo released the preliminary results of the 2010 National Census, which show that the number of Mexicans surpassed the 2005 forecast: it estimated a total of 108,396,211 Mexicans.

According the Sojo, this could be the result of a slight drop in the number of Mexicans emigrating, as well as an increase in the average number of childbirths: polls conducted in 2009 showed that there were an average of 2.2 childbirths per woman, while the 2005 forecast estimated an average of 2.04.

Regarding the cost of the 2010 National Census, Sojo reported that the budget totaled 5.4 billion pesos and that it was 19.4 percent cheaper than that of 2000 and 30.4 percent cheaper than the 1990 Census.

Mexico City’s metropolitan area registered 20.1 million inhabitants, which places it third after Tokyo (36.5 million) and New Delhi (21.7 million).

Simply - A Good Old Fashioned Garage Sale
Enhancing the Quality of Life

Sunday, Dec. 12th

8:oo a.m.

Los Ayala Town Plaza

   This is the first, of a series of fund-raising events held by the community of Los Ayala, during the next few months to raise funds to enhance the quality of life for residents of Los Ayala, by improving the roads. As part of the government sponsored 3 for 1 program, every dollar we raise will be matched 3 for 1!

How can you help?
     1. By donating any items you have on hand, and dropping them off at Bungalows Las Iguanas. Household items are always very appreciated. Any items that are not sold at the Garage Sale will be donated to those in need!

      2. By attending! Shop for that "Something Special" for yourself, a friend or a neighbour in need, and walk away knowing that you were a part of helping our community. Everything sold for a song! Food and drink, will be available to purchase.

Donated items may be dropped off, any day of the week from
Nov. 1st - Dec. 11th
Anytime between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Recent flooding in Los ayalas shows the need for improvments

Sand streets are not so "Quaint" during the rainy season.

Bungalows Las Iguanas
Bahia de Jaltemba #75, Los Ayala
Map of the Area

(Bungalows Las Iguanas is located near the entrance to Los Ayala. One block south of Bahia de Banderas, and in the area of Bungalows Alexa (#11 on the map)

The community of Los Ayala thanks you for your support.

WEATHER

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Acapulco	Loreto	Puerto Vallarta
Aguascalientes	Los Mochis	Queretaro Airport
Cancun	Manzanillo	San Felipe
Cozumel	Mazatlan	San Jose Del Cabo
Cuernavaca	Merida	San Luis Potosi
Durango	Mexico City	Santa Rosalia
Ensenada	Monterrey	Tampico
Guadalajara	Morelia	Tepic
Guanajuato	Oaxaca	Veracruz
Bahias De Huatulco	Puebla	Zacatecas
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo	Puerto Escondido
La Paz	Puerto Penasco

NEW QUESTION

Dear Miguel,

I am 66 years old and I was told that it was a good idea for me to apply for the Mexican Senior Citizen’s card.

Tonya

Dear Tonya,

You need a birth certificate, FM3 or Fm2, Passport and electric or phone bill and copies of each. You also need pictures.

The card is free.

You will get discounts on various busses, some restaurant, pharmacies. It is definitely worth applying for. Once you have it you need not reapply every year.

Dear Miguel,

I have a bed and breakfast that I operate but my clients are only friends and relatives from home. Do I need a working FM3.

Jack

Dear Jack,

You need a working FM3 even if you only collect money for maintenance. However this is easy. You do NOT need a corporation.

You are given 30 days by immigration to get your working numbers (RFC Affiliation) from the taxation board (Hacienda). The process is relatively simple: you must make an appointment to register in person and you must know what category best fits your needs. I believe from your letter it would be a small contributor to minimize both the obligations and taxes paid.

Once you contact me with your particulars I can advise you further. Each case is different.

I can assist you with obtaining your working FM3, advising and accompanying you regarding Hacienda registration.

Last Week

Dear Miguel,

I have a truck that is eleven years old. Is there any way I can legalize it?

Tony

Dear Tony,

Generally you need a vehicle that is exactly 10 years old. However there may be opportunities to get around that specific time frame. There are a number of questions I would need to ask before I could say yes or no.

For example, if the VIN number starts with a letter, your chances are slim to none. Conversely with much older vehicles, you may be able to import them as an antique autos.

Call me for a consultation. (Cell: 322 148 9788)

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