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MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2011  -  #1227

This Week..... Click here to see complete Calendar     

  20 Tue Meditation class w/Jackie 4pm at the Yoga center.  jackie1@gorge.net
 
20 Tue  Dance Night El Barrilito's  tahoeclassiccars@yahoo.com  See BPE #1224
  21 Wed  Music at Roadrunner Cafe, Los Barriles
  22 Thu Placido plays and sings at Otra Vez at 7:00 pm + Special menu LASAGNE+Salad bar 8,95 usd
  23 Fri Los Viejos performs at Vago's (formerly Banderas) on the beach, across from the old Pemex - 7:00PM
  23 Fri Country Music at Otra Vez by Pat & Cindy of East Cape RV Park, 7:00PM- no cover
  24 East Cape Community Fellowship Church, Christmas Eve Candlelight service 7pm.  Up the hill from Calebs.
  25 Sunday Christmas Day

EVERY MONDAY.....

8:00am-9:00am       On The Ball w/Sefi  Yoga Center          sefiheld@sympatico.ca
9:00am                Volleyball at Loco Rico's, LB, end of Barracuda Ln. South of 1st arroyo on the beach.  For everyone!
9:15am-10:15am      Pilates Matwork w/Sefi  Yoga Center   sefiheld@sympatico.ca
10:00am-11:00am    Al-Annon Meeting Rancho Buena Vista Hotel   Karen 624-141-0806             
10:30am-11:30am    Zumba Gold w/Sefi  Yoga Center    sefiheld@sympatico.ca
4:00pm-4:50pm        Intro to Pilates w/Anne Yoga Center  aherschleb@gmail.com
5:00pm-6:00pm       Pilates Mat Practice Beginning/intermediate Yoga Center w/Anne aherschleb@gmail.com   
       26 Mon Mexican Night

Motto #1: Straight from the horse's mouth. No jokes, no rumors, no opinions, no venting and no whining. Just the facts for all of us who live and play in Baja. 

TenPeso:  I have collected 302 "coins".  There are 2322 addresses in my list so that's my goal.  Special thanks for those who have been extra generous.  You can drop off coins to Paul's gift shop (hammocks) next to El Viejos Tacos.  All $ goes to the East Cape Guild Scholarship Fund.  www.eastcapeguild.com

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There was an update from Netflix within the past day that allows us to receive streaming media from them on the Ipad, Itouch, Iphone as well as Android devices. It is Netflix Spanish Server so there are subtitles. Remember, if you are sharing your internet connection, don't be a bandwidth hog. thecomputerguy     thecomputerguy@usa.com
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 Shopping Smart......be aware of the sticker price vs the cash register price when shopping. More than not, they're different....guess which one is higher! Maybe carry a pencil and paper with you when you shop and check your receipt before you leave the store.  Also, I like the idea of a category called Shoppers Corner.  Tell us when you fine a good deal or something special. Yesterday,  the girls on Main Street in Los Barriles had lots of great fresh ginger and shallots. 
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Has the day flown by and you haven't been able to squeeze in your workout?? Try Pilates in the Afternoon at the Sukhasana Yoga & Pilates Studio. Intro classes -Monday and Thursday at 4:00; Beginning/Intermediate classes - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday at 5:00. Contact Anne Herschleb, Certified Pilates Instructor, at aherschleb@gmail.com  or phone 124-8068
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LA PHOTOGRAPIC CONTEST TORMENTA DE ARTE

Kiteboarding Baja is sponsoring a kiteboarding photo contest for Lord of the Wind Showdown. Top photos will receive $250dollars each towards kiteboarding lessons. La photographic contest de arte has two categories:

1) Best kiteboarding action shot: We are looking to capture the emotion of riding and to capture the athletes in motion

2) Best scenic shot: we are looking to capture the spirit of Los Barriles during the Lord of the Wind Showdown contest
Kiteboarding Baja is a kiteboarding school committed to encouraging vacationers and locals to get involved in kiteboarding. If you are not a rider “yet” you can get involved by show casing your best photograph taken during the Lord of the Wind Showdown contest.

Rules:
Digital format in JPG, limited correction is permissible. Photos must be taken during the Lord of the Wind Showdown. Photos must be submitted with the subject line 'best action photo' or 'best scenic photo'.  One photo per person, submissions will be accepted from January 12- January 15th .

Prizes:
First prize in each category will receive $250 dollars towards a kiteboarding lesson. Photos will be uploaded onto Kiteboardingbaja Facebook page; and www.kiteboardingbajaschool.com . The top three photos in each category will be hung up in the Kiteboardingbaja shack at the first arroyo.

For more information about Kiteboardingbaja visit their webpage: www.kiteboardingschool.com
If you are interested in showing your photographs or presenting we are taking submissions starting January 12 to January 15th.
Please contact Nicole Eden for submissions   Nicole@kiteboardingbaja.com
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THUMBS UP - ANSWERS - DISCUSSIONS- This category must have name and/or email address.

a.  I had my Bearded Collie groomed by Vickie Heaps and she did a great job on cutting him exactly the way I had asked. I would highly recommend her services to our four legged friends who need them.
Sincerely Andrea Nass.  Fur Face Pet Spa. happyinmex@hotmail.com  624-141-0341

FISHING REPORTS - Local's fishing reports do NOT need to be signed.  Just tell the TRUTH!

a.  Saturday, just south of Lighthouse - hit over limit on Dorado with FIVE anglers and brought in a      45 lb. Wahoo too. A little choppy but not too bad!! No tuna or marlin sightings but a GAZILLION dorado!!! La Patrona, RAMPAGE Sportfishing www.rampagefishingcharters.com

ROAD REPORT

a.     Driving from California, we stayed at El Jardin in San Quintin. Their restaurant is closed on Mondays. We found a nice place called El Faro. Located on Mexico 1 about 1 1/2 miles south of the road to the hotel. It is in El Papalote, next to a pet store with lots of live birds in front. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. We had a good breakfast. Not listed on the menu is that a nice bowl of fresh fruit and a small flan are included. Another couple stayin at El Jardin trid the restuarant at the Old Mill. Said that a new owner had renovated the place snd the food was great.
     In La Paz we stayed at CasaBuena B&B. 3065 Belizario Dominguez. www.cblapaz.com . Secure parking, pool, pet friendly. Owners, Milton & Susu live onsite. We had a huge room with 2 double beds, sofa, desk, small fridge. $55.00 US plus tax. Breakfast included. Cheryl DesNoyer


QUESTIONS

a.  Does anyone know exactly where you pay for "declared items" when crossing the border in Tijuana? thank you bajafriendships@yahoo.com

b.   Does anyone know a good chiropractor and /or massage therapist in Los Barriles they can recommend? jandwm11@gmail.com

AIRPORT - Please use the format below........ And yes, we'll all chip in for gas or chips and drinks!
Also,  a 2pm flight should say, leave LB 11am or sooner. YOU pick the time to leave Tell me when you get a ride so I can remove your request.


                                         LOOKING FOR A RIDE TO THE AIRPORT

Dec 29 Thu.leave LB no later than 1PM. 2+luggage
wasser.larry@gmail.com

                                                    RIDES OFFERED - none

                            LOOKING FOR A RIDE FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE EAST CAPE

 
Dec 19, Mon, from airport to Buena Vista, around 12:00 noon, 2 people, elcordero54@gmail.com
Dec 23 Fri  arrive 2:15. 1+1 to Los Barriles. Lesterdon@comcast.net 510-853-2128
Dec 25 Sun arrive 1:30pm, Alaska Air, 2 people, 2 bags. gtmellon@gmail.com
Dec 27 Tue Arrive 3:05. For kite boarder and wife! staceystandal@hotmail.com

RESTAURANT & ENTERTAINMENT - subject to editing to keep it short!

a.  Monday night is MEXICAN NIGHT at Tio Pablo's! Come enjoy a giant chile relleno served with cheese enchiladas, beef burritos, and your choice of tender chicken or Pacific filet of sole bathed in Tio's delicious homemade Veracruzana sauce. Comes with beans and rice. $8.95. All other menu items available.

RIDES FOR PEOPLE, STUFF and CARAVANS - You may send in your ad every 2/3 days.

a.  ***TINY PACKAGE NEED TO GET TO LA OR LAX*** Very tiny XMas gift got left behind in MX. If anyone is heading north to LA or going through LAX, PLEASE let us know!! We can help with a ride to SJD if needed or possibly in LA in return for the favor..:-))) Please call or email David and Janel at 310-592-0139 (US cell) or 624-175-9102 (MX cell) or janelinmex@yahoo.com
(Also have small package that needs to get from LA to LB as well.) Muchas Gracias!!

b.  Do you know anyone who is DRIVING DOWN from California to San Jose del Cabo in late December or early January? I am looking for a ride. I am flexible about my departure date-- give me a call or send me and email and we can discuss. I'd like to get to Cabo by Jan 4rd if possible. I am a safe, responsible driver with a current CA driver license so I can help with the hours at the wheel. I can meet you anywhere in CA when you are ready to depart.  Looking forward to finding a ride!
Elizabeth  707 367 3670  707 367 3670  elizabeth.plumb@gmail.com


WANTED -
Repeats in one week

a.   Wanted: Bicycle shift cable or brake cable (cable or cable and sheath) minimum length 5ft. jandwm11@gmail.com

NOT WANTED - Repeats no sooner than one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing.
(Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) -
subject to editing to keep it short!

a.  2 pr. Womens Mtn Bike shoes. NIB, size 9. Cannondale and Nashbar. 35 and 25 cocos.
1 pr. @ arm and shin guards. Size M. SixSixOne brand. Worn once. 20 cocos @ pr.
ddillon43@yahoo.com

b.  (2) Two Kindles – Keyboard Books,  http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002Y27P3M/ref=famstripe_kk   6 months old, New 139 cocos, both for 120 cocos. Work great, we have upgraded so here are the perfect Christmas gifts. pc@eastcapehomes.com

c.  10 hp Honda 4 stroke outboard, excellent condition, "Ernesto approved" 600 clams, firm. (624) 14 28183, cell 14 81445, email capt.tonyanderson@gmail.com

d.  2005 KTM 450 EXC,Mint condition. 1440 miles, desert tank, steering damper, hand guards, raised
thick wall handle bars , Kick stand, Cooling fan, radiator guards, skid plate, exhaust guard, soft pouch
fender packs, did chain and sprockets, new tires, exhaust guards. Extra, fuel, oil, air filters, chain, rear
& primary sprockets, carb parts, fuel tank, handle bars, grips, tubes, complete gasket set, thermostats,
jets, and lots more. 4750 Kitemares BCSBAJA@YAHOO.COM  or 624-141-0125

e.  Amana side by side fridge/freezer w/ice maker, 350 cubes. 624-154-6198, lizjimbaja@yahoo.com  La Ribera, Jim

                          WIND GEAR not wanted

a.  2011 North Rebel 10m Perfect used very little. Can be brought down from US on Friday. Kite only, 700 coconuts. Don........   lesterdon@comcast.net  

b.  North Rebel Kites for sale, 2009 and 2010, 7 meters and 9 meters, used one season, in good shape and include backpack and bar. 300 clams. bajasirena@gmail.com

 BAJA BIZ - Repeat every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15words per line/50 words total - subject to editing to keep it short!  Subject to editing

a.  Don D. Nelson, Attorney, CPA .  Read his articles at:
Our websites are www.taxmeless.com  and www.expatattorneycpa.com    Our blogs which contain many articles, etc are www.usexpatriate.blogspot.com  and www.us-mexicantax.blogspot.com .

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CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR'S EVE-GIFTS AND RESTAURANTS

                           GIFT SECTION

Usher in 2012 in a very memorable way and give the gift of health to that special person or yourself. Purchase a 360 degree Conditioning Gift Certificate for participation in ANY or ALL On the Ball, Matwork Pilates, Zumba Gold or Tone & Zone Fusion classes. Personal Training or Buddy Training are also available.

Sefi Held, Certified A.C.E. Fitness, Personal Training, Pilates, O.A.S., Zumba Gold Licensed and Yoga Instructor. Please contact me at sefiheld@sympatico.ca  for more details.

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Help a loved one keep their New Year's resolution(s) - give a gift of Pilates group classes and/or private sessions! Contact Anne Herschleb, Certified Pilates Instructor, at aherschleb@gmail.com  or 124-8068.

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SALON & SPA DE CORTEZ CHRISTMAS PROMOTIONS

The Spa & Salon de Cortez are now offering CHRISTMAS GIFT CERTIFICATES to the residents of the East Cape, and their loved ones. When you purchase a CHRISTMAS salon/spa package of three or more services you will receive an additional 10%discount off of the current resident price.


R
UDOLPH'S RELAXATION: Spa paraffin manicure and pedicure, and a choice of either massage or facial $100.00.

SANTA'S SPECIAL: Manicure, pedicure, hair cut and a choice of either a massage or facial $115.00.

DECK THE HALLS: Manicure, pedicure, acupuncture and a choice of either  or facial $135.00

HOLIDAY BY THE HEARTH; One and a half hour hot stone massage, facial, Acupuncture $185.00.

HOLISTIC HOLIDAYS: Facial, acupuncture and a choice of either a one and a half hour body scrub or a one and a half hour massage $185.00.

SANTA’S HELPER GIFT SURPRISE: Should you not find the perfect combination for your “loved one” please feel free to create your own personalized gift package. Just simply combine three services for your gift certificate and receive an additional 10% discount on the local price of the services.

Cal the Salon or Spa de Cortez at 124-8056 (our new direct phone line) or at 624-141-0050. You can also send an e-mail to salon.cortez@yahoo.com ,or spadecortez@yahoo.com  You can stop by and purchase your CHRISTMAS GIFT CERTIFICATES at the salon/ spa located at the spa building at the               Palmas de Cortez hotel. Christmas gift certificates are also available for individual services at regular discounted resident pricing.

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A new series of awesome artsy t shirts by Sara de La Vos and Baobab Batik have just arrived at Galeria Los Angeles. If You are looking for a unique gift for the holidays, these shirts are 100% cotton, best quality ever shirts, each an individual expression of color and design. Galeria Los Angeles hours are Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri and Sat. from 10 am until 2 pm. Look forward to seeing you there, Sara

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Christmas gift certificates available for trail rides and cozy casita stays...rancholaventa@yahoo.com      www.rancholaventa.com

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Oriflame of Los Barriles has gift certificates available for any amount that you wish. Oriflame offers a complete line of Cosmetics, Skin Care for all ages, Shampoo & Conditioner for all hair types, Complete body & Nail Care, Perfumes & Colognes,Wellness Vitiman packs, Jewerly and Accesories. We have something for everyone!!  For more information contact Kelly via email kwmx3@yahoo.com    Happy Happy Holidays !!!

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FUR FACE PET SPA Take Your Best Friend Out for a Day At the Spa! Give that special friend an early Christmas
present. The works-bathing, nails, trimming if needed and wow that friend will smell great!
New Shop with all the equipment to meet your pets grooming needs.
The shop is located behind Costa Brava RV Park, take the wide beach access road in front of Otra Vez and make a left
turn between White fence and Costa Bravas yellow fence. First home on your left-Casa Sombras De Palma.
Call for appointment or just drop by. Vickie A. Heaps happyinmex@hotmail.com  624-141-0341

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                      CHRISTMAS DINNER

La Trinidad Restaurant in La Ribera
Traditional Christmas Dinner Sunday Dec 25 th 2011
Turkey, Ham, and all the trimmings, desserts, 240 pesos
Serving starts at 5 pm. Reservations please: 624 158 9837 or
rvranchtrinidad@yahoo.com.  Merry Christmas to all in Ponyland/
Mike and Staff

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Punta Pescadero Paradise invites you to join us at Restaurant “La Punta” to our traditional and delightful Christmas Dinner, surrounded by a beautiful environment.  $20.00 USDlls (+tax &service) per person including a glass of wine.  On December 25th,2011; starting at 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Reservation required: (624)147-4705 or (624) 141-0101 or apartida@puntapescaderoparadise.com

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Come and have Christmas dinner with us at Bay View Restaurant and Bar next to Palmas de Cortez & Villas de Cortez.
Menu:  Choice of
Onion soup or cream of tomato
House salad
Fish (catch of the day) $24
Special fish (snook) $28
Filet Mignon $28
Shrimp and style $30
Rib eye $33
Lobster $50
(prices are US dollars)
Served with pasta Alfredo, baked potato or vegetable.
Reservations
 6241410050 OR restaurantbayview@hotmail.com   Your host, Pepe Murrieta

 

                   NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATIONS

PALMAS DE CORTEZ - come and celebrate with us New Year's Eve - Dinner & Dancing
from 7 pm - 3 am - Live music - for only $20.00 pp - children $15.00 - Dinner buffet
Arrachera, marinated Pork
Chicken taquitos
Chiles rellenos
Salsa Mexicana
Guacamole
Refried beans
Green salad
Flour and corn tortillas
Assorted Desserts
Dinner will be served starting at 7.30pm at Tico's Restaurant -Reservations @ 141 00 44 & 141 00 50

 

 

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