FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023
Note: Celebration of Life for Ira Smolkin, Jan. 4th 5-8 pm. 45 East Cape RV Resort.
Come remember Ira and drink a Shot of Tequila and eat some Pizza. ( his favourites) and tell Ira tales! debrasmolkin@gmail.com
Note: Drone show is Cabo!
CALENDAR
LAST 3 DAYS OF DECEMBER 2023
| 30-Sat | LB Market – Park Laguna, behind El Viejo’s Restaurant. 9-12 lbcommunitymarket.weebly.com |
| 30-Sat | Piano Concert at El Triunfo – 12:30 pm. Angela Zanevsky, 1st prize winner of San Remo Classical and Franco Alfano Prize – EuroVision. Margery’s Victorian Style Tea Room. 500 MXN/$30 USD. eventsbaja@gmail.com |
| 30-Sat | Live Music! DJ DOC. Come enjoy and let’s dance together to say goodbye to 2023! 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm- Willy’s bar & grill- for reservations 6241325419 or hguillermo.willy@gmail.com |
| 30-Sat | Tiki Joe’s special spaghetti & meatballs night at SweetPea’s 5pm-8pm! This is not just a dinner, it’s an experience. $220 per person, Reservations required: sweetpeastikibar@gmail.com |
| 31-Sun | New Years Eve |
| 31-Sun | Its a wrap. Let’s celebrate! 7:15 am mixed DUPR skill pickleball tournament at Tres Palapas Resort. This one is for everyone! reserve online, pro-shop sign up or info@trespalapasbaja.com |
| 31-Sun | New Year’s Eve at SweetPea’s Tiki Bar. 2 bands, complimentary shots at midnight! 6pm, music 7pm. No cover but we require a $200 peso per person deposit that will be a credit towards your final bill. Email |
FIRST 10 DAYS OF JANUARY 2024
| 1-Mon | New Year’s Day |
| 4-Thu | Recycle! Entrance is across from the Modelorama on Calle 20 de Noviembre, next to the bike shop & Caleb’s Cafe https://www.eastcaperecycling.com/ |
| 5-Fri | The Bookstore 9:00am to 11:00 am, we are loaded with good books and jigsaw puzzles so come and check things out. Highway Storage Facility north of the Repsol station 14- The Bookstore 9:00am to 11:00 am, we are loaded with good books, so come check things out. Highway Storage Facility north of the Repsol station. |
| 5-Fri | Free Ride Friday. 10am. Donuts, juice + lots of carrots! Bring the kids, grandkids…the whole bunch! Feed a carrot to one of our beautiful Rescues. theresa@bajasawesome.com |
| 6-Sat | LB Market – Park Laguna, behind El Viejo’s Restaurant. 9-12 lbcommunitymarket.weebly.com |
LOST-FOUND-FIDO-MORRIS
- Lost mako ocean rodeo kite board. 135. White and blue with gojo. If found could you please return to Neil at vela playa del sol. Thank you. elena_khripounova@hotmail.com
- Nobile kiteboard – yellow twin tip. Lost on Thursday afternoon. Call 619-954-7672 (US).
Staying at Verdugo’s arnieskite@yahoo.com
DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Copied from the Baja Western Onion – Todos Santos: Thieves In San Sebastian – Yesterday morning at 5 am, 2 masked males entered Casa Cathy thru an unlocked door. Took wallet. Please be aware and take precautions. They are back again and well organized Todos Santos.
- The girls from “Zopilotes” are starting up the San Bartolo Cooking Classes once again. Please send email to zopilotes.sb@gmail.com to book your spot. Great menu choices, lots of fun, music and traditional Mexican Cooking. Groups of 6-10. Nos Vemos! Saludos, Chila ”Zopilotes” Ice Cream Shop Email: zopilotes.sb@gmail.com Phone/WhatsApp: 612 134 1002
- “Zopilotes” Ice Cream Shop will be closed Sunday Dec.31 and Monday Jan 1. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! zopilotes.sb@gmail.com
QUESTIONS
- Is there a business in Los Barriles that sells and cuts glass for picture frames?
erlablink@gmail.com - Is anyone driving back down to LB in the next week or two that I could send brake parts to? I will pay the freight. captainscott34@gmail.com
- looking for a 4 to 6 seater atv to rent in los barilles starting tomorrow december 28 – december 31. thank you. fpadams@gmail.com
- Seeking companion for elderly woman. 6 -8 hours per week. Qualifications are local references, vehicle, maturity, kindness, cellular communication (I speak Spanish, mom understands a little). May be light meal prep, light housekeeping, walking, driving. Email for details.
lcollinscook@gmail.com - In the need for a SRAM charger. If possible to borrow it for the day, just to recharge my battery. I live about a mile north from Tres palapas pickle ball court. Greatly appreciated!
virginiedavis@gmail.com - Does anyone have the book – The gargoyle tells all by Jimmy Smith? I want to buy, rent or borrow it! Bob Kalmbach at 360-921-1072, call or text. Email at bob.kalmbach@gmail.com.
HEALTH-EXERCISE-ART-CHURCH
- Piedra Angular church services sundays 10 am behind Repsol gast station . We preach jesús
vcabo2002@msn.com - Internist and Geriatric Specialist, Dr. Mauricio Mercado will be seeing patients in Los Barriles, Saturday, January 9th. Anyone with a chronic condition (diabetes, obesity, thyroid disorder, hipertensión, pulmonary disease, etc) should see an internal medicine doctor. Or anyone looking to improve their health and prevent illness throughout the aging process. For appointments: info@EastCapeHomeHealth.com
- Tifany Loria Master Brow Artist trained by the prestigious European Phi Academy. Offers Classy Brows with Microblading, using semipermanent organic colors that won’t turn blue or black over time. For appointments in Los Barriles contact Kelly kellyinbaja@gmail.com
WIND STUFF
- Duotone kite 2021 NEO SLS, 5m. No rips, No repairs, No leaks, like new condition. Seldom used, maybe 5 or 6 times. 400 loops or OBO. text at 509sixthree70646 bravo_granite0d@icloud.com
- Pacific Action sail kit for large SOT kayak . Made in Australia, top quality new, never used 250 sails obo johnskeele@yahoo.com
- BRM Maui – Cloud kites 3.7m and 4.8m – for pictures and description see CL: bajasur.craigslist.org/spo/d/brm-cloud-kites-37-and-48/7693829281.html – windude5@telus.net
- BRM Cloud Connection System with very light use and in excellent condition – 225 empanadas. For picture see CL; bajasur.craigslist.org/spo/d/brm-cloud-connection-system-kite-bar/7693827274.html – email windude5@telus.net
- Naish Trip kites – 10 m and 12 m. Very crispy and low use. Great for kite foiling on low wind days. 10m – 250 turns, 12m – 300 jumps. For pictures and description see CL: bajasur.craigslist.org/spo/d/naish-trip-kites-10-and-12/7693825615.html – windude5@telus.net
- Groove Skate – a full Carbon Kite foil board. The board has no damages and it is in great condition. Dimensions are 110 cmx 45 cm. The board doesn’t have the footstraps.
bajasur.craigslist.org/spo/d/groove-skate-full-carbon-kite-foil-board/7693498432.html – email windude5@telus.net - 5 m Duotone Echo wing for wing foiling. The price includes the aluminum boom as this is the model which has a boom instead of handles. 350 Bananas. Pictures on the CL: bajasur.craigslist.org/spo/d/5m-duotone-echo-wing-for-wing-foiling/7693494881.html – email windude5@telus.net
BAJA BIZ
Repeats every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15 words per line/50 words total – subject to editing
- Gringo Groceries, Los Barriles – East Cape Health Center Plaza (Next To laundry) Mon-Fri 9-6
Sat 9-5-Sunday 10-5. If you haven’t visited us yet for the best selection of US products and the lowest prices in Baja, you and your wallet/purse are missing out. Plus, through end-of-year, take advantage of hundreds of items on sale at 35% off! We look forward to meeting you.
https://www.facebook.com/GringoGroceries/ ggroceriesbaja@gmail.com - Los Barriles Mail & Shipping is at your service, north and south. Mail, meds, food, cars, tires you name it. And if you are moving we can help with that as well. Since 2018. Tel 619-272-9000 USA and 624-151-5530 Mex mailbarriles@gmail.com and find us here at bajaship.com
- Salt and Cotton Eco-Boutique offers handcrafted clothing made with organic materials sourced from local Artisans. Mix and match skirts, pants, and tops from multiple brands.
Open Monday ~Saturday 10am ~ 4pm Calle Costa Brava Los Barriles - Baja Blooms, your local hot pink florist, is closed until next Tuesday or Wednesday..2nd or 3rd of January. We apologize for any inconvenience. But after each major holiday we must reboot and catch up on sleep. We Look so forward to serving our lovely community. Happy New Years! Bajablooms@gmail.com
- Learn Spanish at the scenic Hotel Playa del Sol, with breathtaking beach views.
January 2024: Level 1
Jan 9 – Feb 3 M/W/F 9-10
Level 2 Jan 4 – Feb 2 T/Th 9-10
Level 3 Jan 4-Feb 2 T/Th 10-11 spbaja5@gmail.com
AIRPORT RIDES- CARAVANS- COMING & GOING
- Needs ride to Airport (SJD) on Sunday, 12/31. From Los Barriles. ebatz15@gmail.com
NOT WANTED
THREE LINE LIMIT – Repeats in one week. All Coconuts are US in origin. Subject to editing. (Bad words: sell, money, $, dollars, pesos) – Keep it short! Sorry, no photos. Use Craig’s list and include link.
- 2023 YT Decoy Core 4 like new, less than 10 rides. Size Large, Amazing bike, fully Carbon, fully Fox Factory Suspension, Shimano XT components. Mullet 29 X 27.5 Crank Brothers wheel set is great for Baja technical singletrack, Shimano EP8 motor is awesome, fast and ultra dependable. $6,500. Rides USD, OBO. David 949-632-1382
- 16 ft capri sail boat with trailer 1000 USD tonymelendrez@gmail.com
- DW drums two mounted Tom’s, floor tom bass drum hard cases,no snare. Hardware. 1000 beers kinneysteve0125@gmail.com
- Lots of men’s snorkeling gear, take some or all: https://bit.ly/3NKYf8u. Jennifer alighton@me.com
- Gregor Boat 13ft complete 9.9Yamaha 4Stroke on Trailer see at Craigslist.
bajasur.craigslist.org/boa/d/13ftgregor-alu/7702064926.html - 2023 Kawasaki KRX4 ES 1000cc like new! https://bajasur.craigslist.org/snw/d/2023-kawasaki-krx4-es/7702006351.html
- Brand New in the Box RV and Travel trailer Exterior Shower Box, 40 dreams – see full description and pictures on CL – bajasur.craigslist.org/tro/d/rv-and-travel-trailer-exterior-shower/7697612954.html – email windude5@telus.net
- Python Body Board with leash – 40 waves, see pictures on CL:bajasur.craigslist.org/spo/d/python-body-board-with-leash/7699909587.html – email windude5@telus.net
- Rugged and quality built porch steps for Rv’s, trailers, campers, mobile homes, 250 bananas – see full description and pictures on CL: bajasur.craigslist.org/tro/d/porch-steps-for-rvs-trailers-campers/7697611163.html – email windude5@telus.net
- 2022 Canyon Neuron 7 full suspension Mtn bike, medium frame, 29’er, great specs, good condition. 1900 rides. Contact Jacky to view, available to ride away Jan 5
jacquelyn.ivans@gmail.com - Pickleball paddles. Selkirk s2 amped 35dinks Gearbox cx11 85 dinks bfader47@yahoo.com
Weekly Repeats
| Every MONDAY | —Ala-non meeting 10-11am Serenity Garden Spa Buena Vista. 619-889-2778 or 624-141-0267 for more info or directions |
| —Ukulele jam 3pm at hotel Pescadores, on FB Ukuilanios delCabo Este | |
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| Every TUESDAY | —AA Meeting 8:30- Hotel Palmas de Cortez on the deck, Info Christina 624-100-3259 |
| —Pescadero Al Anon Meeting: Tuesdays, 11am-12pm, under the palapa at Las Casitas Verdes de Eden in Pescadero. Email alanonpescadero@gmail.com for more information | |
| —BINGO! at The Wine Bar in Palmas 1-4pm. Cash prizes, drink specials and lots of fun all in support of SNAP clinic. | |
| —Cortez Rescue Pup-up at Lazy Daze 2-4 pm | |
| —Taco Tuesday at Navegante Restaurant in Buena Vista Resort!! Delicious classic and author tacos! Dinner 5:30-9 pm. Happy Hour 4-6 pm at Pescador Bar. RSVP 6242280165 – restaurant@buenavistaresort.mx | |
| —Every Tuesday it’s Taco Tuesday at SweetPea’s Tiki Bar & Grill! All tacos $50 pesos: Steak, chicken breast, fish, shrimp or veggie. 5pm-8pm. Happy hour 4pm-6pm. sweetpeastikibar@gmail.com | |
| —Pickleball Happy Hour TuTu Tuesdays! nfo@tresplapasbaja.com http://www.trespalapasbaja.com or at the pro shop | |
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| Every WEDNESDAY | —Community Women’s Bible Study 10am. Info Anne at 624-124-8575 or 209-770-3802, synkowicz2@gmail.com |
| —AA Meeting 4pm Rancho Buena Vista Hotel. Info Christina 624-100-3259 | |
| —Begins Wed. Nov. 15th OPEN MIC @ La Fogata. Dinner and drink specials starting at 6pm, music at 7pm. All acts, local and visiting, welcome. | |
| —Starts 11/15/23 Wed. Open Mic with Tish at La Fogata . Dinner and drink specials starting at 6pm, music at 7pm. All acts, local and visiting, welcome. Proudly supports the East Cape Guild Scholarship program | |
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| Every THURSDAY | —Ala-non meeting 10-11am Serenity Garden Spa Buena Vista. 619-889-2778 or 624-141-0267 for more info or directions |
| —Cortez Rescue Pup-up at Maxico 10am-12 | |
| —Asado Night (Everything grill!) at Buena Vista Resort. BBQ ribs, stuffed potatoes, organic chicken, and more! We also have vegan options available. Dinner 5:30-9 pm. Happy Hour 4-6 pm at Pescador Bar. RSVP 6242280165 – restaurant@buenavistaresort.mx | |
| —Thirsthy Thursday is Asado Night (Everything grill!) at Buena Vista Resort – Dinner 5:30-9 pm. Happy Hour 4-6 pm at Pescador Bar. RSVP 6242280165 – restaurant@buenavistaresort.mx | |
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| Every Friday | —AA Meeting 8:30- Hotel Palmas de Cortez on the deck, Info Christina 624-100-3259 |
| —SweetPea’s Tiki Bar & Grill live music & dancing with Stamina Rock & Reggae Band 6:30pm-9:30pm reservations by email: sweetpeastikibar@gmail.com | |
| —Rancho LaVenta wine tasting and tour. Km 144.5 10 km North of San Bartolo. Noon to 5pm Hey 1 Hiking and pool 400 peso per person. Whatsapp 6121568947 – rancholaventa1@me.com | |
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| Every SATURDAY | Community Market Park Laguna 9am-noon |
| Cortez Rescue Pup-up at Mini Cortez (Don Pepe)10am-12 | |
| —Saturday Market face painting with Tish starting November 11 from 9-12. Some of the proceeds going to Friends Supporting Families to feed the hungry in Los Barriles | |
| Cortez Rescue is at Community Market – dacebob@gmail.com | |
| —Rancho LaVenta wine tasting and tour. Km 144.5 10 km North of San Bartolo. Noon to 5pm Hey 1 Hiking and pool 400 peso per person. Whatsapp 6121568947 – rancholaventa1@me.com | |
| —Dinner on the Beach Buena Vista Resort! Live music under the stars. Delicious menu. We also have vegan options. RSVP 6242280165 – restaurant@buenavistaresort.mx | |
| —San Jose del Cabo market 9am-3pm. Entrance is on Ave. Centenario. | |
| Every SUNDAY | |
| —East Cape Christian Fellowship 9am | |
| —Piedra Angular behind repsol gas station. Sunday 6 pm church services | |
| —Spiritual Light Center, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. At the Hotel Playa Del Sol, at the upstairs Sol Y Mar restaurant – pattieweber1@gmail.com | |
| —Rancho LaVenta wine tasting and tour. Km 144.5 10 km North of San Bartolo. Noon to 5pm Hey 1 Hiking and pool 400 peso per person. Whatsapp 6121568947 – rancholaventa1@me.com | |
| —AA Meeting 4pm Rancho Buena Vista Hotel. Info Christina 624-100-3259 | |
| —2 for 1 Sundaes every Sunday at “Zopilotes” Ice Cream Shop in San Bartolo. zopilotes.sb@gmail.com WhatsApp/Tel: 612 134 1002 |
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| —Tio Pablo’s Bar & Grill serves its delicious, slow cooked Prime Rib every Sunday from 3:30-10 PM. All other menu items also available. Dine In or To Go: 624-141-0340. |
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