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Sunday, March 7, 2010 - #771

THIS WEEK............
Mar 7 Sun Dr. Mary will provide Sunday morning music at Road Runner starting at 10:00
                                 Oops......I had Mar 6th. Mary is playing SUNDAY, March 7th!!
Mar 7 Sun San Bartolo Dinner fundraiser. 4pm, 80ps. BPE#769
Mar 7 Sun Motocross and QuadsCross races, across from the airport in La Paz
Mar 7 Sun Pig Roast Fund Raiser at Buzzard's for Aldo's son Geovanny. $100ps donation. BPE#764
Mar 9 Tue A.L.M.A. Monthly meeting. Roadrunner Cafe 10:30am www.almacares.com
Mar 10 Wed Jam Session, Roadrunner 7pm-9pm. Jim/Nancy at 141-0692 or briks@comcast.net  BPE#768
Mar 13 Sat BajaHaHa Golf & BBQ with Moose, Pork, Beef. An East Cape Guild Event. See BPE# 763
                                         Tickets: Frank and Margy Harper 142-8014 or Cheryl 141-0308
Mar 14 Sun Artists' Studio & Gallery Tour Todos Santos 9:30am-1pm. BPE #768 www.artistsoftodossantos.com

Note:  I will be selling BajaHaHa golf/dinner tickets at Roadrunner this week
                    Monday Noon-2pm
                    Thursday 10am-2pm
                    Friday 10am-2pm
or call Margy at 142-8014 or Cheryl 141-0308.  Cheryl  See BPE#763
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Fido alert!

I am looking for our long time friend, Freida. She has been missing from Los Barriles for one week. She is a golden retriever around seven years old, very friendly. She is wearing a red collar. Our little son cries every day since she is missing.
Estamos buscando a nuestro vieja amiga. Desaparecio hace una semana. Si las haz visto favor de comunicarse. Nuestro nino llora por ella cada vez que se acuerda.
Tel: 045-612-141-8647 or joe_lapaz@hotmail.com
You can also call Sheila M. at 044-624-137-7683 or Sheila P. at 141-0267.
PLEASE HELP FIND FREIDA!!!!
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Need some help with this one. On the web it says US Daylight Saving time starts Sunday, March 14th.
Mexico is Sunday, April 4th which also happens to be Easter Sunday. I would like someone else to verify. Cheryl
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Correction:

The March 4th posting of the link for the petition to get Westjet to add direct flights to LaPaz didn't work (due to 2 spaces in it). The new one click link, that should work is:
http://www.petitiononline.com/WJ2LAP/petition.html 
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I was asked if I knew about 7 pangas being taken on the East Cape. I have no knowledge of this. Does anyone have info? Cheryl bajaponyexpress3@gmail.com
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Does anyone know the story on the shrimp boats? I can't believe how close
to the shore they have been the past two days, in front of Mar y Sol. The
snorkeling is so cloudy even on these wonderfully calm and clear days and
I'm sure that it's due to what they're doing. Is it legal, what they're
doing, and if it isn't, is there someone for us to notify? I fear that they
are the reason that the sea lion is gone and that one was found dead at La
Ribera. Post your answer to the pony, please.
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A.L.M.A. Humanitaria, A.C. ( Animal Lovers of Mexico) will have the monthly meeting this week. All animal lovers are invited to attend. It is a great way to find out how to help the local animals and meet new friends. ALMA has provided spay/neuter, medicines and vaccines for local animals of families who qualify for our assistance since 2003. We invite you to get involved! Part time residents and visitors always welcome.

When : Tues. March 9, 2010
Where : Roadrunner Cafe in the Plaza in Los Barriles.
Time ; 10:30 am

St. Patrick's Day Party at Smokey's Grill and Cantina! March 17, 2010

Our four legged furry friends need "The Luck of the Irish". Come party at Smokey's Grill and Cantina on St. Patrick's Day. One FREE beer or national drink starting at 6:00 pm.
The evening will include a live auction and 50/50 raffle. Many one of a kind items and a lovely collection of gemstones will go to the highest bidder! Come see who is going to be our surprise Leprechaun doing the live auction.....plus party favors and fun!

For more information about ALMA see our website at www.almacares.com
ALMA thanks our community for supporting our efforts at the recent rummage sale and the new (gently) used book store. ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT LOCAL ANIMALS.

"Together we DO make a difference"!
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NEWS FROM TODOS SANTOS

Artists of Todos Santos to finish their season with a bang on March 11th!
Visions Gallery, Cafelix Coffee & Kitchen and Artists of Tods Santos are delighted to announce a final opening party for this season. Not just art, the opening will feature the lively country/folk/rock sounds of Los Hombres del Norte in a two-hour concert, live at Cafelix! We'll also be opening our final show of the season with the members of ARTS showing new works that have not been shown before. There will be more of Gloria's wildly creative and imaginative found object shadow boxes and sculptures, new photos from Vic and Barbara, more colors of Mexico from Diane, new drawings from Tori, more of those little gems from Roxanne and (gasp, no, it can't be...)acrylic paintings from Mike! It all starts with refreshments at 5:30PM and music about 6PM on Thursday, March 11, 2010. And, don't forget Sunday, March 14th when 26 artists and 11 galleries open their doors to the First Annual Studio Tour! Also, 13 local restaurants will be offering tour visitors a 20% discount on lunch or dinner meals. MARCH 2010

b. First Annual Todos Santos Artist Studio & Gallery Tour Sunday, March 14th
www.artistsoftodossantos.com,  145-0586, Todos Santo

NEWS FROM SAN JOSE

Cave Painting Caravan - Cabo Kidz Museo - Sunday March 21, 8:30AM, Caravan Tour of Cave Paintings. Meet at the parking lot of Mega, San Jose del Cabo, cerca McDonald s. Duration: Aprox. 6 hours; Recomended for children 5 years and older. $100 pesos per person in caravan or $250 pesos per person on our bus. Reservations and prepayment Required ! Hosted by The Ancient Sun Tours y Carols Alvarez. Contact Us for more details Limited Space. Hurry. Learn the mysteries of our past! - Cabo Kidz Museo, info@cabokidzmuseo.com  , www.cabokidzmsueo.com,  624-122-2690, Baja California Sur

QUESTIONS

a. We are driving down from San Diego in the first week of May and need some tips on what to do, not do, where to stay, not stay etc. Is Otay Mesa going to be the best place to cross? Right now we are thinking of taking 4 days - 1)San Diego to El Rosario 2)El Rosario to San Ignacio or Santa Rosalia 3)Santa Rosalia to Loreto 4)Loreto to La Ribera. Any help with places to stay and things to watch out for/avoid would be hugely appreciated. I recall a long time ago seeing a BPE posting that mentioned a sticker of some sort that was good to have on your car. Not sure what it was, but seem to recall it kept you from being hassled as much. Anyone know what that might be? Thanks in advance for any help. edgerety@comcast.net

b. Looking for an enclosed and secure bodega or other storage to keep a vehicle starting mid-May. Long term deal. I'll only need access 3 times a year. Need approximately 8 ft by 18-20 ft. 50 coconuts/month would be great. Why not get some extra coconuts for your unused space? edgerety@comcast.net

c. Does anyone know the story on the shrimp boats? I can't believe how close
to the shore they have been the past two days, in front of Mar y Sol. The
snorkeling is so cloudy even on these wonderfully calm and clear days and
I'm sure that it's due to what they're doing. Is it legal, what they're
doing, and if it isn't, is there someone for us to notify? I fear that they
are the reason that the sea lion is gone and that one was found dead at La
Ribera. Post your answer to the pony, please.

d. Our AARP Medicare supplement insurance for foreign emergencies only lasts for 60 days outside of the U.S. We are looking at alternatives since we are here for most of the year. We would appreciate any information you have on insurance which covers you while you are here. kkennedyhunt@hotmail.com 

e. My computer used to run at 54Mbps, when using email. Now it is usually
24Mbps, which is very slow, often kicking me off. What is Mbps, and what
can I do to get back to the 54Mpbs. As this question implies, I am
computer ignorant, but know it is all of a sudden really slow.
Diane
wrig@bctonline.com

f. For years we have found Advantage Car Rental to be the cheapest car rental for our trips to the East Cape. Can anyone verify if it is still located at the airport or has it moved? It used to be located directly across from the first terminal and parking lot but I have been advised it may have moved from its original location. Also, has anyone found a cheaper car rental? We need a car for six days while we are in Spa Buenavista. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks. Phyllis@phyllisnewton.com

g. We are in need of the bamboo panels..&...large palm poles can anyone direct us as to where to purchase these?
Thanks, Debbie mamakahunas@hotmail.com      DOG THEFTS ???
Unless I am mistaken, there have been at least three separate reports in the BPE within the past 2-3 months of dogs been stolen from in and around Los Barriles. As the keeper of a beloved pooch, I find this disturbing. Does anyone have any idea why this is happening? And should we create some kind of centralized database to gather information about these events? Chris Morray-Jones Casa Metta, Rancho Pescade

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.

Mar 9 LB to SJD be at airport by 1pm one person. douglv@cox.net

Mar 10, Wednesday, SJD to LB, arrive 3 pm, 1 people + 1 bag, Gord, ghwm@shaw.ca

Mar. 11 Thurs. SJD to LB, arr 3:10pm, 1 person + 1 bag. tyfield1@hotmail.com  or 624-100-4802.

Mar 12, Fri, arrive SJD at 5:35 pm. 2+3bags. 6-person van to LB. share costs. satinhands55@yahoo.com.

Mar 18 Thu .LB to SJD leave by 11am. 2 People+2 bags. Bob&Kathleen Eldred bkeldred@povn.com

Mar 23, Tuesday. SJD to LB. arrives 3:30, 1 person +1 bag srwweaves@comcast.net 

Mar 28 Sun, LB to SJD at 3pm, 2 +3 bags, in 6-person van. Share cost. .satinhands55@yahoo.com.

Mar 30, Tuesday, LB to SJD must leave by 9:30 , 1 person + 1 bag srwweaves@comcast.net

Apr 13, Tue SJD to LB Arrive 2:45pm 2 bags tanyagosurf@yahoo.com

RIDES FOR PEOPLE, STUFF and CARAVANS

a. I too have a letter that needs to be mailed in US. Please take me to the USA USMail, thanks.
Roberta at 624 35859 22 or email me at bruce-downs@hotmail.com

WANTED (Repeats no sooner than one week)

a. . wanted----Hi! I'm doing some remodeling...looking for some pretty bathroom shelves, some stone sconce light fixtures, a short jaccuzi tub and also kitchen and bathroom sinks, hot water heater and faucets. 141-0368 or drmary@drmary.net 

b. Wanted Hughes antenna for Internet, me thinks this one is dead and need
to at least borrow or buy a dw6000 to find the problem, the LNB and Radio
Transmitter, any help appreciated. Don Schenk dwschenk@juno.com

c. i am looking for a 1 meter tv dish. needs to be fiberglass not metal. bajaoagey@yahoo.com

d. wanted small fishing boat inflatable or aluminum with motor I'm in Los Barriles area email wtd9@yahoo.com

NOT WANTED (Repeats no sooner than one week)

a. Beautiful little 2003 Coleman Bayside Elite pop-up trailer. The largest of the pop-up trailers: 26ft, opened up. Even has a little slide-out to expand the center space. Two huge beds, each larger than a California King. Screen material all around gives a big open airy feeling; not boxed in like a hard-sided trailer. Absolutely perfect for down here in the East Cape. Plant it on your piece of land and live in it. That's what we did for two years as, right alongside, our house was being built. Or you can travel to the far reaches of baja and camp in comfort. That's what we did before we settled on our little piece of paradise just north of Los Barriles. Or you can park it next to your bodega, all neatly buttoned up and ready to serve as very plush and roomy guest quarters for envious visitors. Or just tell bothersome reality to buzz off, get a sack of rice and a sack of beans, park yourself on Northbeach, and fish til you can't remember what month
it is. (Best to remember to move to higher ground in hurricane season though, lest you get washed out to sea.) It's used, but all the important stuff works just fine. Asking 2500 burritos, but hey, let's haggle. Jeff Davis email: jrd1415@yahoo.com

b. Oops, wrong size! 12 m Cabrinha Kite 2008 switchblade "complete" : good condition 550 US clams. 141-0052 or henryandmengia@gmail.com

c. 2006 Yamaha Bruin 350, selectable 4WD, automatic. Like new condition.
4500 cocos. email or call for information and pictures.
624-132-9128. dantmurphy1@gmail.com

RESTAURANT

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

a. EAST CAPE LANDSCAPING
...Completing Paradise YOUR way!
Custom Design & Construction
Patios ~ Lighting ~ Water Features
Stamped Concrete ~ Rock Work
Sod ~ Irrigation Systems
Year-round Grounds Maintenance & Gardening
Summer Maintenance & Security Checks
After Storm Clean-Up
Owned and operated by Los Barriles resident Rick Apple, experienced, reliable professional who has been providing expert residential and commercial service in the East Cape area since 2001. Easily accessible year-round by telephone and email, with excellent references and examples of previous work.
Complimentary consultation! Call NOW to make those landscaping improvements or add that patio and rock or water feature you've been thinking about!
624-141-0489 or U.S. (Vonage) 949-940-8928
Email twoapples2@hotmail.com 

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. Spectacular beachfront lot for sale in Spa Buenavista. Large, deep lot over one-third acre with 88 feet of beach frontage, on cul-de-sac. Lot has recent survey, title insurance and necessary environmental permits to immediately build your dream home. Water, power and sewer available. For information and photos, please visit www.bajabeachlotforsale.com.  Owners will cooperate with buyer’s broker.

 
 
 

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