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Wednesday, April 28, 2010 - #813

Calendar..............

Apr  28   Wed     Lasagne Night at Otra Vez! 125 Pesos delicious home made Italian Lasagne portion and salad bar.

Apr  28  Wed   Music Jam at Roadrunner.  Early lasagna dinner 5:30 to 7pm

Apr  29   Thu     BBQ Night at Otra Vez! 125 Pesos grilled Pork Ribs, Chicken hindquarter, French fries and salad bar.

May    1    Sat       UVERDE Rummage sale 9am-12pm DIF office. Info: lacasadevos@prodigy.net.mx  BPE#807

May    1    Sat       Rotary's 3rd Annual Tres Pez Fishing Tourney BPE#810

May  1  Sat     Boxing, Floyd Mayweather & Shane Mosley.  Buzzard's Bay Cantina.

May  2  Sun      A.L.M.A.  Rummage Sale 7am-12pm  At Highway Storage by BajaCactus. BPE#810

May   5  Wed     CINCO de MAYO Quad run!  BPE#805.  More details to come.  La Capilla to La Trinidad

May  5  Wed    TIO’S 19TH ANNIVERSARY CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION!!  Buffet & Dancing by Laura BPE#813

May  6   Thu    Recycle!  Drop off 9:30am-11:30am East Cape RV Resort.  More info to come

May  7  Fri       A.L.M.A. Book & Video Store open 10am - 1pm Hwy 1 Storage Units, behind Baja Cactus Restaurant.

May  9   Sun      Rotary's 2nd Mother's Day Reception, Silent Auction and Dinner

May  15  Sat   East Cape Guild Scholarship Awards Ceremony.  La Cancha Los Barriles

May  21   Fri  A.L.M.A. Book & Video Store open  10am to 1pm Hwy 1 Storage Units, behind Baja Cactus Restaurant.

May  22   Sat    Special Event Hotel BuenaVista Beach Resort.

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LOST! last week- blue cushion from back of 4 wheeler in San Bartolo arroyo. 141 0867 or jbertroberts@yahoo.com
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El Toro y La Luna in Los Barriles,
Will be celebrating our 4th anniversary coming up in May.
We’ll keep you post it on the date!
Tere & Staff
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I have had a lot of interest in pictures from the alma fashion show so I have put them in a public area for viewing. Best if viewed as a slide show. If you want a copy you should be able to download them from there. If you have any problems I will try to help.
Here is the link: http://picasaweb.google.com/bajafriend/FashionShow2010  Carolyn Wheeler bajafriendz@live.com 
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As you may know the kids play most of their soccer games at La Concha right in the heart of Los Barriles. It is pretty worn down and we have volunteers willing to help repaint but they have no material. Would you be willing to either make a donation to buy some paint and rollers or better yet stop by Comex (they already know the colors & type needed) and deposit to Baja Properties right across the street. The people donating their time will be there to paint tomorrow afternoon (Wednesday). I will be buying the first gallon early in the morning and hopefully by the afternoon we will be prepared for a brand new La Concha.
Thank you so much for participating. Even a small donation will make this work - Muchas, Muchas Gracias!!!
Rick @ Baja Properties
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A message from Dr. Mary, the chiropractor...It's that wonderful time, again, when I get to use YOU needing ME as my excuse to come to Los Barriles! I'll be in late on Friday, April 30th and plan to be in the office on Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday, May 1st, 4th, and 6th from 2:00 'til 4:00. No need for an appointment during these hours. But, if you call or e-mail I can give you a feel for when you'll have to wait for others that I know are coming. As always, special arrangements can made by calling 141-0368 or e-mailing to drmary@drmary.net  . You can also check out websites at www.drmary.net  and www.drmarymusic.com  Can't wait to see you!
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Weekly Kindergarten fund raiser update. We now have 40,000 loco coco's
plus some rebar & cement toward our goal of 45,000 local's.
I have had 53 people donate so far. To those a big THANK YOU. If anyone
would like to chip in you can give a donation to Pay Dennis or to me.
Thanks again,  Wylie
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Various and sundry..
A special thank you to Sandy Gerow who is sponsoring Regina in Tae Kwon Do for four months. The family is very thankful, and Regina is back kicking and working out in class three days a week and working for her "blue tips" at the new studio Sukasana (the Yoga studio up by the highway).
I want to ask if there is someone else who would be willing/able to pay the monthly fees of another girl, 11 year old Kenya Sandoval. Kenya also has had to stop Tae Kwon Do because of economic hardship. She also is very hardworking and talented. She reached level Blue Belt. She lives right across the street from the new studio so transportation is not a problem. Yesterday, she came over to watch class. She said without Tae Kwon Do, she just watches TV, plays with her little sister or sleeps. Her mom said she was very excited about the possibility of maybe being able to take Tae Kwon Do again. The monthly cost is 550 pesos. If you pay for 3 months in advance, the fourth month is free. If you pay for 6 months the next 2 months are free, and for 12 months (6,600 pesos) the next 5 months are free. Thank you for your attention and consideration. bajacamilla@yahoo.com

A special thank you to the Rotary Club and friends for painting the topes. You have saved me from a few surprise jolts during my 2 to 4 trips to town a day. Much appreciated (although my chiropractor may not think so!) Camilla

Does anyone know if the cave paintings in Boca de Alamo are real? I want to think so...If you have a strong opinion, I'd like to hear it. bajacamilla@yahoo.com
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Hecho por Ti: Bath and Body Buffet
Have you wanted to learn how to make your own body scrubs and bath salts? Sola Adenekan, a co-director of Create Plenty, a non profit in Portland, Oregon that teaches people how to live waste free in their everyday lives, will be teaching you some recipes for taking care of your body.
Time: 5pm to 7pm , friday April 30th
Place: Raices y Brazos in San Jose (www.raicesybrazos.com)
Cost: $30 or $360 Pesos
RSVP ASAP with Sola at sadenekan@gmail.com
Please bring empty containers for sample products, a portion of cost pays for the recycling program.

Hecho por Ti: Make your own Deodorant and Toothpaste
Have you wanted to learn how to make your own Deodorant and Toothpaste? Sola Adenekan, a co-director of Create Plenty, a non profit in Portland, Oregon that teaches people how to live waste free in their everyday lives, will be teaching you some recipes for your pits and pearly white.
Time: 12noon to 2pm , Saturday May 1st
Place: Raices y Brazos in San Jose (www.raicesybrazos.com)
Cost: $30 or $360 Pesos
RSVP ASAP with Sola at sadenekan@gmail.com
Please bring empty containers for sample products, a portion of cost pays for the recycling program.

Hecho por Ti: Make your own Body Lotions.
Making Body Lotions are a great way to take care of your skin? Sola Adenekan, a co-director of Create Plenty, a non profit in Portland, Oregon that teaches people how to live waste free in their everyday lives, will be teaching you some recipes for taking care of your body.
Time: 3pm to 5pm , Saturday May 1st
Place: Raices y Brazos in San Jose (www.raicesybrazos.com)
Cost: $30 or $360 Pesos
RSVP ASAP with Sola at sadenekan@gmail.com
Please bring empty containers for sample products, a portion of cost pays for the recycling program.
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QUESTIONS

a. We are looking for anyone who has done some reno's to their Casa and have left over Drywall sheets , Mud & Tape
If you have a 4 x 8 sheet or pieces left over , we would be willing to buy them off you
Please call Wes at 044-624-177-4804 (cell)

b. Item was found!

c. I need an inexpensive, yet reliable float, or amp switch that will shut off a submersible pump when
the water level is too low. The water tank--pilla--is 1000L and the water is "fresh," but pretty
salty--La Ventana. Really amazingly salty, actually. The pump is a 3/4HP 220V submersible. Currently
the pump is set up to pull water out of a 1000L pilla to pressurize a tank, and cuts off when the
tank is at 25 psi, or so. What I don't have is an automatic cut-off for a low water situation where
the city water goes out without me knowing, then the pump sucks the pilla dry and fries. The switch
needs to remain off until the user can check the water level and reset the switch--otherwise the
pump would cycle on and off right at the low water level. Seems like there are two options:

1. float type switch
2. amp switch that measures the higher amps produced by a pump starting to pull air

Suggestions? Are these types available in La Paz?
Gracias,
Eric
La Ventana y Hood River
ericnholly@gorge.net

d. NEED INFORMATION
When you hire a Mexican worker to do your gardening or any other job, we have been told that you need to pay a "finiquito(?)" or severance type pay to the worker when you no longer require their services. This would apply to anyone hiring a Mexican for any length of time (for example gardeners even for only a few months) unless there is a written contract for services with a definite time limit to complete the job. We have researched information but are wondering if anyone else knows of this Mexican law and what their experience has been. Does anyone know the amount required to pay the "finiquito"? Our understanding is that you would be required to pay 3 months salary if they have been employed for less than 15 years. More money required if 15 years or over. Has anyone out there been asked to pay? If so, what percentage of the salary did you pay?
(I'll open up a discussion on this question so please send answers to the BPE. Remember to stay to the facts. Thanks, Cheryl)

e. Looking for information on Dermatologist in La Paz. Old BPE info mentioned a Dr. Judith. Can anyone give more complete info and/or any other recommendations? rjmoranbaja@hotmail.com 

ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS

AIRPORT: 1.Date 2. To or From 3. Time: arrival or leave by 4.#People&bags. 5.Contact Info
                      Let me know if you get a ride so I can remove your notice.

Personally, I think it's better for you to state the time you need to leave the East Cape.  This might make it easier on those doing a Costco run.  Example:  Leave 10am or sooner, etc. 

Apr 27 Tue, 2 + 2 bags from LB to SJD.  2 + 2 bagsFlight leaves at 3:25 debra.mcdermott@comcast.net.

April 28 From LB to SJD Airport, 2 people, 2 bags, Leave by 10:15 tooxtremegear@hotmail.com  

Apr. 29 Thurs LB to SJD  Alaska #225  Leave LB by 12:30pm   2+ 2bags. Homar's Taxi bombero179@yahoo.com

Apr  30  Fri  LB to SJD 1+1  Flight leaves 3:30  United.  tanyagosurf@yahoo.com

May 1 Sat. Need to be at airport by 2:45pm.  2+4 bags  darlingtonconsulting@gmail.com

RIDES FOR PEOPLE, STUFF and CARAVANS

a. If anyone is flying down from or through LAX, I have an IMPORTANT donation item that MUST get here for the Rotary auction!!! We will meet you at LAX whenever you are travelling.....it's not large and can be checked or carried. Please call or email David or Janel at janelinmex@yahoo.com  or 310-592-0139 (US) or 624-175-9102 (MX)

b. anyone coming down to los barriles in the next few weeks i could ship 6 lbs yarn to?? - please contact tessabarriles@gmail.com  or 1410427

c. Taking The Ferry To Topolobampo In May - Wondering if anyone was taking the Baja Ferry to Topolobampo in mid May 2010. Would like to find someone to travel with, safety in numbers, I speak fluent Spanish which is a great help. I travel with two dogs in my truck and may spend one night on the road heading towards Tucson. Anyone interested in traveling together, please let me know. Sylvia L. Ossa, driving from Los Barriles. I have room for one rider with luggage. treaturfeet@yahoo.com  or 624-14-10332 -

WANTED (Repeats no sooner than one week)

NOT WANTED (Repeats no sooner than one week)

a. For Sale: 1987, 2-stroke 40 HP Suzuki outboard, with owners manual, gas lines, and gas tank. Only 15 hours running time--1600 klams or 20,000 tamales. Contact Saul Cota, Cabo Fierro s/n, between Ave. Sta Maria and 5 de Mayo, La Ribera. Brick house with blue trim. Phone 624-130-0062 or cell 624-358-5980.

b. Sony Trinitron 32" TV, 300. clams. flat screen, 4 yrs old
Sharp 19" TV, 75. clams. flat screen, 4 yrs old
Linksys CIT 200, made by Cisco Systems, Skype Internet Phone, 50. clams
D-Link DIR-625 Range Booster n Router, 50. clams
Contact clifinman@sbcglobal.net  or phone 142-8151

c. Non-working, non-repairable Canon MP830 copier. Free to anyone who wants the parts. I will recycle it on May 6th if nobody wants it.  Bill Barbour, Los Barriles 142-9087, kay02@comcast.net 

d. PENN INTERNATIONAL 30 REEL (Single-speed)Just Referb'd by local Master. Ready to Fish!! call Scott @ 14-10530 or kidcabo@earthlink.net

e. Fishing Boat 20 ft Cuddy craigslist link http://bajasur.craigslist.com.mx/boa/1714759945.html
peterinbaja@yahoo.com

f. 1990 F250 Lariat ford pickup with canopy, runs good, air conditioning, new rubber, tow package, super cab, 4 speed automatic. 3500 coconuts. email fishinbaja@hotmail.com

RESTAURANT and ENTERTAINMENT

a. special Wednesday, April 28th  TODAY!
restaurant La Curva Los Barriles B.C.S.
spaghetti with seafood sauce 130.00 pesos
fish in green sauce 110.00 pesos
suggestions and opinions
restaurantlacurva@gmail.com

b. La Trinidad Restaurant in La Ribera
Menu for the weekend
FRIDAY
Steak and Seafood
Soup and Salad Bar
USDA Choice Rib eye, New York, T Bone mesquite grilled to order
Lobster tail, Shrimp Platter, Fillet of Cabrilla
Served with potato, vegetables, bread, and dessert

SATURDAY
Soup and Salad Bar
Southern Skillet Fried Chicken
USDA choice Sirlion Chicken Fried Steak
Deep Fried Turkey with dressing, juicy and tender!
Served with mashed poatos, gravy, vegetables, bread, and dessert
Call 6244 158 9837 or mandt@prodigy.net.mx  for reservations
Hope to see you this weekend
Mike and crew

c. Saturday, May 1st at 7:30 PM, two SUPERSTARS will collide. SAVE YOUR SEATS for the BIGGEST Welterweight SLUG FEST the features the UNDEFEATED Floyd Mayweather with a perfect 40-0, to battle it out with Shane Mosley, the REIGNING WELTERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION. SHOW UP EARLY for the DRINK SPECIALS & BEST SEATS in the house at BUZZARDS BAY CANTINA! AS ALWAYS, The COLDEST BEER and BEST BURGERS in Baja! Cheers Harry & Penny.

d. TIO’S 19TH ANNIVERSARY CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION!!
Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Tio’s 19th anniversary with delicious Mexican cuisine, music, folkloric dance, and fun!

SPECIAL MEXICAN BUFFET $9.95 (5 - 10 PM)
Chiles Rellenos
Chicken Empanadas
Beef Tamales
Cheese Enchiladas
Beef Tostadas
Beans and Rice
Salad Bar

FESTIVE MEXICAN MUSIC
FREE TEQUILA SHOOTERS!! (By Janice)
SPECIAL KARAOKE NIGHT (9 PM – 1 AM)
Featuring a fantastic FOLKLORIC DANCE presentation by
LAURA AND FRIENDS!!!

BAJABIZ - You may repeat your ad every TWO weeks. Please, no sooner

a. East Cape Tackle Located at #4 Plaza del Pueblo on your right hand side just as you enter town
Now ready for the Summer Fishing Season!!!!
We now have MoldCraft Lures in a variety of sizes & colours:

8" Standard Spooler
8" Standard Super Chugger
8" Standard Hooker
8" Standard Wide Ranger
11" Sr Hooker
11" Sr Bobby Brown
11" Sr Chubby Chugger
11" Sr Super Chugger
11" Sr Wide Range
11" Sr Sec Werp P.T

We also have Flashdancer Lures
Custom Made for the East Cape
(varied colours)
Happy Fishing!!!!!
Wes & Cindy

REAL ESTATE - You may repeat your ad every TWO weeks. Please, no sooner.
                All ads are subject to editing. 50 words or less...that's about 10 words per linex5lines.

a. GARAGE FOR RENT
get your valuables under cover.
Have large garage for secure storage of your RV or boat available.
Size: 12' x 39' 14 feet high
at Juanito's Garden/Los Barriles Hotel
phone: 624-166-7613 or see Richard at the hotel.