LOST!  my prescription sunglasses on my morning walk. I did a loop from Spa to La Capilla on the beach, up through the old trailer park road and home on the La Ribera road to Spa. They're brown and black with a gold on the side. I'd love to get them back so if you find them contact me at betsy_shepard@yahoo.com or in Spa at 141-0487 ( no answering machine). Thanks so much.
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LOST: Kite Board, turquoise blue with white foot straps. Lost at North Beach, Los Barriles, on Wed Dec 21st, about 3:30pm.  My name & Calif. ph no is on the board - Michelle Slade, ph. 415.215.1521,  415.215.1521 IF FOUND PLEASE CALL (LOCAL) 624-142-8018, or  michelle@sladecommunications.com
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Friday, 23, 5:00PM; Procession with Mary and Joseph seeking refuge outside of the church and ending with the mass at approx. 6:00pm., followed by Piñatas, children’s skit and a “pot luck dinner”. Saturday, 24, Midnight mass at 9:00PM. Sunday, 25, masses as usual, 8:00 & 10:00AM. New Years eve mass also at 9:00PM., Saturday, 31. As always everyone is invited.
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I have 2 beautiful kittens that need a good home. they are about 3 months old. they will be spayed/neutered before delivery to you. one is a calico and the other is solid black. if you would like to give one or both of these beautiful babies a home, please call #624-130-0340 or email bajakittykat@aol.com. if possible, a donation to Amigos de Animales would be greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of the sterilization. Thanks!
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Amigos de Animales of La Ribera (encompassing La Ribera, Las Cuevas, Campamento, Santa Cruz and Cabo Pulmo) had a busy 2011. With our limited number of volunteers and our limited budget, we sterilized 155 animals and vaccinated over 250. We fostered 38 animals and found homes for 36. If you could donate to our good (and local) cause, it would go a long way towards helping us equal this work in 2012. We recently received a matching grant, so each dollar you give will be matched, giving us double bang for your buck. You can give cash or a check (US or Mexican) to Pam Gray at Homes and Land Realty of Los Barriles, or to Devonna Simpson of Coldwell Banker of La Ribera.
Thank you for your support. Elizabeth Rohrs, President, Amigos de Animales AC info@amigosdeanimales.org
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THUMBS UP - ANSWERS - DISCUSSIONS- This category must have name and/or email address.

a. I got a great haircut from Dora next door to the yoga center. Reasonable and walk-ins welcome. Bob

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

QUESTIONS

a. My neighbor is in need of a LNB for Hughs Net. Does any out there know where she can get one? jwinheim@gmail.com

b.  Who is the go to Mac expert in the area? Bob rancholaventa@yahoo.com

c. Has anyone seen Hypo-allergenic unscented (usually labeled Free & Clear) detergent ANYWHERE down here?? Gracias. judelar1@gmail.com

d. We are traveling down to Baja in January and plan to stay til mid May. I am wondering what other folks do about health insurance while in Baja. I am thinking about some kind of short term health insurance. We are on Medicare and supplement which do not cover while in Baja. Any suggestion/information would be appreciated. please email ellen@ellenkoehn.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.

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

a. CARMEN'S FRIDAY SPECIAL
* Buy 1 frappe, get another one FREE - mocha, vanilla, cookies or PEANUT BUTTER (our favorite)
DELICIOUS SATURDAY SPECIAL
* Tortilla Soup
* Chicken Enchiladas
* Chile Rellenos with shrimp
Enjoy your meal at the cafe or call ahead and your order waiting for you curbside!! Carmen's cell number is 624-129-8383. See ya at Carmen's Cafe, inside to Exotikite Store

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

a.  Anyone flying up to US that can mail a letter?  Cheryl  bajaponyexpress3@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. Two BF Goodrich All Terrian Trigard 3-ply sidewall Baja Champion Tires. LT 275/65R20 126/125S at 80 lb. PSI Radial Tubeless Load Range E 100 snowballs/each Bostnbonie@gmail.com

b.  New in box - Cuisinart Commercial Blender SmartPower Premier 600-Watt
Amazon price: 150 osters only 65 clams tiovon@hotmail.com  or tel 130-0372

c.  Panga With Trailer in La Paz - 23' center console panga with trailer. 115 hp Yamaha outboard, Furuno GPS, VHF radio w/antenna, outriggers, bait tank, and more. Built 2008 - in excellent condition!  25,000 cocos. Call US cell 435 256 3477 435 256 3477, MX cell 612 140 3070   612 140 3070 or email furryfurbi@gmail.com  for photos and more information.

d.  Husky Siberian dog for trade.  Gray eyes, body black & white.  Young dog around 1 year.
624-135-3951

WIND GEAR  not wanted

a.  2011 6m North evo with bar & lines. Perfect condition, used in the gorge. 850 cocos. Brand new 2011 Ocean rodeo Mako board 130x35 for 500 cocos.  email @ dantmurphy1@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. I have Fresh Blue Fin Tuna from tuna farm, same quality of the ones exported to Japan, 30 to 50 pound pieces, free delivery, from 20 American cocos/kg. this is one of the most delicious fish, enjoy with friends. Contact Lu, cel 612 154 52 69, Nextel 62*11*49095 and email; slugomez@yahoo.com

REAL ESTATE - For Sale, For Rent, House-sitting. Repeats in TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15words per line/50 words total - subject to editing to keep it short! Subject to editing

a. Single Family Home In Cabo - Just off Cabo - Todos Santos highway, minutes away from downtown. 2 bed, 2 bath, 1,000 sq. ft. Lovely views of the Sea of Cortez and Pacific Ocean. Owned by Mexican citizen.  85,000 cocos or. US cell 435 256 3477 435 256 3477 , MX cell 612 140 3070   612 140 3070  or email furryfurbi@gmail.com  for photos and more information.


b.  Residential Lot In La Paz - In Lomas del Palmira. Breathtaking views of the city and bay. 287m2. Includes approved plans for custom-built multi-story home. Owned by Mexican citizen. 100,000. US cell 435 256 3477   435 256 3477, MX cell 612 140 3070  612 140 3070, or email furryfurbi@gmail.com  for photos and more information.

              
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CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR'S EVE-GIFTS AND RESTAURANTS

                         GIFT SECTION 

The East Cape Guild's cookbooks, "East Cape Cooks & Amigos" editions 12 and 13, are available at Baja Beach Co, El Toro y La Luna, Caleb's Cafe, & Homes & Land of Baja. What a great hostess gift and what a great way to support the East Cape Guild's Scholarship fund ! Can't make it to any of these locations? Call/email Kay Barbour 142-8097 kay02@comcast.net The East Cape Guild, providing educational benefits to the students of East Cape since 1997.

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Family portraits make great gifts! Treat yourself, your in-laws or grandparents with the gift of professional photography.
     1-2 hour sessions with multiple locations start at 180 clams and include 3 enlargements, an online gallery and a CD of edited images.
     Lori Makabe Photography lori@riowind.net  US cell: 916 524 5600

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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.

RUDOLPH'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

 
TIO PABLO'S CHRISTMAS EVE SPECIALS
Saturday, December 24th, after 5 PM
Saving your appetite for Christmas dinner? Then come to Tio's on Christmas Eve and enjoy....
HALF-PRICE CRANBERRY MARGARITAS!
HALF-PRICE ON ALL BURGERS AND SANDWICHES!! including...
Mesa Mountain Sandwich -- Grilled chicken, melted swiss, ortega chiles, crispy bacon.
El Bolero Sandwich -- Hot prime rib, melted swiss, grilled onion, ortega chiles.
French Dip Sandwich -- Hot prime rib, melted swiss, au jus.
Submarine Sandwiches -- Choice of ham or smoked turkey.
Smoked Louisiana Pulled Pork Sandwich -- Served with all the fixins'.
Santa's Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich -- Served with all the fixins.'
Tio's Huge Variety of Burgers and Cheeseburgers
ALL HALF-PRICE!!
All other menu items also available.

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TIO PABLO'S 20TH ANNUAL TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER BUFFET
Sunday, December 25th, after 5 PM
Juicy, Slow-Roasted Turkey and Cranberry Sauce
Succulent Roasted Ham with Tio's Mouth-Watering Cranberry-Pomegranate Sauce
Savory, Homemade Stuffing with Italian Sausage
Mashed Potatoes and Homemade Gravy
Crispy Green Bean Casserole
Baked, Candied Yams
Waldorf Salad
Pumpkin Pie
Salad Bar
$13.95 Adults, $7.95 Kids
All other menu items also available

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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

OTRA VEZ invites you to celebrate NEW YEAR'S EVE -  Live Music by The NEEDLEFISH
and Special 7 course Menu:
Wild SmokedSalmon
Shrimp Aspic
Octopus Salad
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Salad Bar choice and HomemadeBread
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Spaghetti allo Scoglio
with Seafood as Clams,Mussels, Shrimp and Crab
in aLobster Sauce
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Tagliatadi Manzo alle Erbe androasted Potatoes
(grilled beef steak with fines herbs then served sliced)
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LemonSorbet
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Cheeseplate variety
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House Cake served with Italian Moscato Spumante
Price 39 usd adults and 20 usd children under 12
Dinner starts at 7pm and Music at 9pm
Reservations recommended tel.1248187 or cell.(044)624-1602652
PIZZA also available

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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