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SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2011  -  #1082    

THIS WEEK.....

01 Sun Mexican Labor Day/   Dia del Trabajo
03 Tue A.L.M.A. Book store open 5-7pm   5-7pm  kathinka005@gmail.com  for any questions.
04 Wed Open Music Roadrunner Open 6pm, music 7pm
05 Tue Recycle at East Cape RV 9:30-11:30am East Cape RV. BPE# 1023/2-28-11 lynnmirassou@gmail.com
05 Thu LOS VIEJOS play at Otra Vez, 7pm, no cover, regular menu/pizza, reserv.044-624-1602652
08 Sun Mother's Day Rotary Event. Jim & Marilyn Cunningham bajarhino@yahoo.com  BPE#1075


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FIDO ALERT #1!
Max has gone missing.  Most of you know him.  He is a very well feed large dog.  He looks like a German Pointer mix.  Brown/White with spots, floppy ears, no collier.
He has not been at the Hotel all day.  This is not like him.
If anyone has information please call me.  We miss him very much.
Thank you,  Patti
Hotel Los Pescadores  pattimo@vom.com  624 121 8786

FIDO ALERT #2!
Someone "dropped off" a dog a couple of days ago.  She is 2-3 months old, very sweet, and looks to be part Rhodesian Ridgeback.  My husband gave her a flea/tick bath and took her to the vets in the arroyo where they de-wormed her and gave her a shot.  She's looking for a good home.  We already have a dog and can't take her.  You can reach us on our MX cell at: 624-178-4927 or jimegging@hotmail.com
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We are still playing volleyball at the end of Barracuda Blvd and we would like you to join us. We play Monday, Wednesday and Friday @ 9:00am
(Barracuda Blvd. is the on south side of the first arroyo in Los Barriles.  If you're traveling north out of Los Barriles, it's a little street that goes to the water just past El Fish Market Restaurant, formerly El Barrilitos)
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ATM TALK
a.  Sounds like its time to review security at the ATM's.  There are two items the thief needs to steal your account information and money.  First, the thief needs a copy of the magnetic strip on the back of the card.  That can be done in a variety of ways, most topically done with a card scanner placed there by the thief.  Second and most important, the thief needs your pin number.  The Pin is encoded on the strip but the thief cannot get that coding from the strip.  They must see you insert the PIN!!!
        Here is my personal security plan:  First, I pull on the card reader or card slot.  If it's loose, there is a card reader attached.  In fact, you may be able to pull it off.  It is either magnetically attached or attached by clips.  Second, I always cover the keypad when I enter my pin.  The guy standing beside you talking on the phone is really taking an HD video of your pin entry with his camera phone.  If the card sticks, the thief could be using the trap method.  In all cases, the theives need the PIN!!!
        Never use a free standing ATM at a convenience store.  A used ATM can be purchased on Ebay for under $3000.  That machine can be reprogrammed to record your magnetic strip information and PIN entry.  That info is immediately transmitted overseas and your account will be emptied.

     Links to the most popular types of  ATM scams.  Look and read carefully.
http://www.snopes.com/fraud/atm/atmcamera.asp
http://www.snopes.com/fraud/atm/atmtheft.asp

      Here is another reminder about credit card security.  When you purchase with a credit card, hold the card until the cashier is ready for the card.  The person standing in line talking on the phone is really taking a video of your card.  In the past I the turned the card over (upside down) - bad idea!!!  They can read the number in reverse and the back of the card shows your "security number".  Remember the Iphone 4 has  HD video capability.  
the computer guy

b.  Hi! Most of the year we live in Baja Norte, near Ensenada. This ATM scam has been up there for awhile. Unfortunately, it looks as though the scammers have moved down South. Do not allow anyone near you when using the ATM. If they crowd you, leave or loudly tell them to leave. This happened at all ATMs in Baja Norte, not just one banko. Everyone be alert and keep your eyes open! Don't let anyone "help" you with your ATM card. Good luck!! Patti LaMunyon plamunyon@yahoo.com
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Courtesy of the Ventana.View@gmail.com  -  Our neighbors to the north

a.  Mosquitoes:  Here is another story about screening off septic tanks vents, house vents,  and vent tubes on water pilas.   Three days ago all the sudden I had 40 mosquitoes in my bathroom closest to the road.   And some in the room with the water heater.    I had no idea where these were coming from, from none to many in 1 day.    Then while discussing it on the phone with a friend it hit me a week before across the street they were working on hooking up a water line to a new business.     It is to be a laundry mat.     So I looked and I could see a septic vent sticking out of the roof, it is basically a week for hatching time.     I went over with ladder, screen and wire and closed it off.   They had plastic bags in the drain tubes.     And noticed they used a tee for the vent at the water tank and inserted screen within that too.     Results next day no mosquitoes in my bathroom or hot water heater room.    Mosquitoes track carbon dioxides, that is why some expensive traps burn propane.    If you have mosquitoes they are coming from a source nearby and right now it should be septic tank or construction related.   Be proactive now.     dean


b.  We are COOKING NOW and every FRIDAY AT BAJA BBQ GRILLS Y MAS in La Paz!  from 0830 to 1330hr.  ACE, the Sausage King is cooking Wicked ITALIAN SUSAGE/ONIONS/PULLED PORK/EGGS/BREAKFAST BURRITOS in front of our store!!
We are at the corner of 5 de Febrero and Gmo. Prieto (5 blocks up from the Pemex on Abosolo/Malecon-1/2 block up from Church and Ramos Furniture) Look for the WEBER tent and signs!  Ing L.C. Riches, Baja BBQ / Cel. (612)141.81.36 / Vonage 760 314 7006
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QUESTIONS

a.  We have a home just outside of Los Barriles on the East Cape and are looking for a local dog trainer.  Thank you,  Lynda Fischbeck  lfischbeck@cox.net

b.  Are there any people on the East Cape who would like to exchange some Books On Tape or Books On CDs? I have some.  If so, please contact Fred at fgreen@jps.net.


RESTAURANT & ENTERTAINMENT
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a.  Memo's Chicken will be closed this Saturday and Sunday due to a death in the family.  Chris White

b.  El "Fish Market" on Sunday and Monday if you order a fresh piece of fish such as salmon, tuna, swordfish or mahi-mahi with any of our sauces: garlic, cilantro, blakened, or our special Hawaiian poke, with a baked potato or french fries and cole slaw, get a FREE pint of beer, light or dark.
Come, enjoy and know our new menu.
Any questions or suggestions please let us know, Francisco the owner is always cooking, remember you are our most important customer and we cook for you, Thanks.

b.   Vianey's Restaurant in La Ribera is open every day from 9 AM, including Mondays.   Breakfast is served for $40 pesos per person.  Choose from los Huevos Rancheros, omelets, & other traditional breakfast items, both Mexican & your favorites from north of the border, all prepared fresh for you.  We are also open for lunch &  dinner every day.  Happy hours from 5-7 every day.  We are open SEVEN days a week.  Come see us any day or EVERY day starting with breakfasts.  Call for reservations at  044-624-128-1990.  Thank you!

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

a.  Need a ride?  I’m leaving Northern Calif May 19th  or 20th  driving to Los Barriles. I need to arrive no later then May 24th.  Chipping in for some gas or trading for ? would be appreciated. I will be driving a pickup and more then likely I will be pulling a trailer, I possibly could have room for some items over and above your suitcases.
E-mail or call for any questions.        Thanks Hans 530-304-0269 
hansinator1@yahoo.com

AIRPORT
     Please use the format below........ And yes, we'll all chip in for gas or chips and drinks!
     Example:  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.

                                             GOING TO THE AIRPORT
May 02  Mon leave LB  11:30am  or sooner 1 per 1 bag rionbaja@gmail.com or 142 8022    Rio
             Oops! this originally said 11:30pm.  LB departure time is 11:30am or sooner!
May 4: Wed Party of 4 (plus 4 carryons) leave LB by noon.  Contact debra.mcdermott@comcast.net.

                                                     RIDES OFFERED  
May 01Sun  To Airport:  Leave LB 1pm.  Room for two in van.  Catherine. 141 0129
May 01 Sun  Leave airport around 2:30 to LB.  room for two in van  Catherine. 141 0129
May 03 Tue  Share van to SJD leave noon from Verdugo's RV  pool  Marlen 503-510-2902 or mwtiny@live.com.
May 05 Thu leaving L.B./B./V. noon. can take 2 + luggage.  crawest@yahoo.com
May 06 Fri Leaving LB at 9AM  sunsetmorghan@yahoo.com
May 06 Fri From SJD airport to LB around 3:45 May 6th.  sunsetmorghan@yahoo.com

                                          AIRPORT TO THE EAST CAPE
May 27 Fri Arr 1:15pm American #237. 2 Adults 3 Bags. Kathy (Fogle) McCoy,  
kgmccoy1@comcast.net


NOT WANTED  (Repeats no sooner than one week) ((All Coconuts, etc. are US in origin))                                    (((Subject to editing)))   ((((Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos, price))))

a.  LAVENDER, Organic, California grown and hand harvested.  Made into beautiful sachets, in approximately 3"x4" organza bags.  1.75 sniffs each.  Keeps spiders, roaches, scorpions away!  142-8085   lynnmirassou@gmail.com

b.  Bosch  apartment size washer and dryer.   Front Loader, Stackable, Power : 110 New. Never hooked up. 800 clams, firm.   624-182-0971


BAJABIZ - Repeat every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15words per line/50 words total

a.  Airport Parking/Storage
San Jose Storage is conveniently located next to the San Jose del Cabo International airport.  We offer daily and monthly parking with outside, covered, or garages available with airport transportation and car wash / vehicle maintenance while you are gone.  San Jose Storage also offers mini storage units from 5x5 to 10x40.
San Jose Storage in open 7 days a week, 365 days a year with bilingual managers to assist you.  We have 24/7 security, guard dogs, video cameras with digital back-up, security lighting at night, and electronic access to the yard. 
Call us today and reserve your space!! 
www.sjstorage.com    624-146-1390    info@sjstorage.com

b.  Twenty years ago May 1st, The Settlement Company opened its doors. As part of the celebration, the President of AMPI will come to La Paz from Puebla, Puebla. He will take part in an all day event, to be opened by the new Governor and Mayor of La Paz. The event will be at Costa Baja in La Paz. Congratulations to Linda Neil and her team pioneers in Escrow and Mexican Title Insurance.
John K. Glaab, CIPS*  Vice President, International Marketing
*Certified International Property Specialist
Tel: 01 800 627 5130 EXT # 106  FROM U.S.A. 1 877 214 4950  Other: 612 123 5056  URUAPAN: 452 524 3802
web: www.settlement-co.com
Serving the  Mexican Real Estate Industry Since 1991

 
REAL ESTATE - Repeat every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15words per line/50 words total

a.  2 Bay Garage, 27ft X 37ft, 15ft ceilings, plumbed for a casita upstairs.  Solar powered.  Sites on a 1500 sq mtr lot.  $119,950 Clams,  For photos or more info contact jeffinbaja@gmail.com.  044 624 164 2859

Mexico and Oval Sticker at www.MikeStickers.com

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