Dear Friends,
It was over 18 years ago with the arrival of Hurricane John that the Baja Western Onion got its start. Debra and I moved to Todos Santos the previous year, and John was our first hurricane. As John passed by La Paz the next morning, we started emailing to let folks know we were safe. In the weeks that followed, we started relaying damage reports and forwarding messages for others. We soon realized that many folks who don’t speak Spanish were eager for a regular source of local Baja information and updates, and not just during storms. This idea became the start of the Baja Western Onion you’re reading now. Emailing every week from the start, we estimate we’ve now published and emailed over 6 million copies of the Baja Western Onion. And 100% of our success and longevity is because of you, our many Subscribers, Supporters and friends.
And now is the time that Debra and I can let new hearts and minds take the Baja Western Onion to the next level. We’ve decided to pass the baton to Brendan Alexander, your new Editor and Publisher. You may know Brendan through his selfless efforts to help promote and sustain the Gastrovino Food and Wine Festival. Brendan brings tremendous experience and expertise that we’ve been looking for, and we’re delighted he’s able to take the Baja Western Onion in new directions we could only imagine. Brendan will be introducing himself in the next issue, and will be looking forward to receiving your ideas and input on the way forward.
Thank you to all who helped make the Baja Western Onion the success it has become. Your support has made it all possible. We know “our baby” is in good hands and will continue to be a valuable resource for you.
Thank you so much, and mil Gracias a Todos!
Alan and Debra
CALENDAR
Calendars
Venues
Days of the Week
Time of Day
List
Grid
Plain
Fri
16
Bookstore is Open
at – 
we are loaded with good books and puzzles. We are in the Storage facility, north of the Repsol station directly across from El Arco hardware.
Sat
17
Cortez Rescue Pup Up
at –
come meet some of the most adorable and adoptable dogs in Baja. Look for our sign on the corner across from Chapitos Express. info@cortezrescue.org
Sun
18
East Cape Christian Fellowship
at –
English East Cape Christian Fellowship. We are located on Delegation Road
Sun
18
Sun
18
Mango Bakery
at –
Argentinian Choripanes (chorizo sandwich). Get ready to experience a taste of Argentina in the heart of Los Barriles!
Sun
18
Mon
19
Al-anon Meeting
at –
in the private Serenity Garden at my house in Spa Buena Vista. Not affiliated with Hotel Spa Buena Vista. Call or text 619-889-2779 for information or directions.
Tue
20
taco tuesday at dodos beach club
any 2 tacos of the following choices arrachera, shrimp, fish, chicken or veggie with a choice of your favorite beer or house margarita $200 pesos Nicole.LaLime@gmail.com
Tue
20
Yoloxochitl Art Studio Painting class
at –
3-hour painting workshop! beginners are most welcome, you step-by-step guidence, leave with a beautiful painting made by you.
Tue
20
Tue
20
Wed
21
Thu
22
Al-anon Meetings
at –
in the private Serenity Garden at my house in Spa Buena Vista. Not affiliated with Hotel Spa Buena Vista. Call or text 619-889-2779 for information or directions.
LOST-FOUND-FIDO-MORRIS
- Lost mens black billfold most likely in El Trinfo 2 weeeks ago. Reward…….patrick pjmur38@aol.com
DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS
- There has been a break-in on Elephant Tree. The thief(s) entered the home while the owner was out for a one hour walk, around 5 pm. It is suspected they were watching the house. Many things were stolen including all of the woman’s jewelry, much of which had sentimental as well as monetary value. The police asked if there were cameras, which unfortunately there were none. Be watchful, take heed, be careful. Unfortunately there is a thief in the area.
QUESTIONS
- Has anyone renewed their Permanent Resident Card (only the card) in La Paz fdbaja@gmail.com
- does anyone has rental information using VRBO, Airbnb or booking.com etc. I want to see if anyone is using a LLC or other insurance? Do you have an attorney you used to make sure your following all the mexico laws and taxes? I’m new to all of this and just want to make sure I’m not doing too much but doing enough? Just looking for thoughts of experiences, troubles, trials or tribulación. Any help is truly a blessing kelli-hirabayashi@scusd.edu
EVENTS
- May 21, Wednesday 1-4p Dodos Beach Club Help Us Walk Again Fundraiser for Naty and Kiki! We are having a Beach Party to raise funds for needed surgery! Please join us! DJDoc, Master of Ceremonies Brian, Beautiful Silent Auction, 65″tv raffle with prizes prizes prizes, Horseshoe Tournament. Naty was a nurse for over 10 years and is currently a paramedic for Civil Protection. Kiki works as an ambulance driver and mechanic, also for Civil Protection. They have dedicated their lives to helping others—now it’s their turn to receive that same care in return. https://gofund.me/f3552a65
- El Triunfo. Margery’s Victorian Style Tea Room. Sunday, May 11th, 12:30 pm. Enjoy a world class Piano Concert by a Forbes featured Angela Zanevsky, the Laureate of over 30 International Competitions in Classical Piano, the First prize winner of San Remo Classical. 𝘐𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 19𝘵𝘩 𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘺 𝘌𝘶𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘦𝘯𝘥’𝘴 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. Entry fee: from $30 usd per person. Advanced ticket sales: 10% OFF. Hurry, tickets are selling fast. Reservations: eventsbaja@gmail.com
WANTED
- We are Cinthya Díaz and Jesse Handsher, we’d like to know how to get in contact with someone, we’re looking for a casita 1 or 2 bedroom asap, our budget is between 500 to 800 dollars at month, could you help us? cinthyadaos@gmail.com
- Looking for summer storage space for SUV. Prefer if it’s at least covered. Also have a dirt bike but it’s optional as I have a place to store it. Please call or email if you have something available. Thank you! d__s_88@hotmail.com; +526122174801 (MX), +15877780284 (Can).
- Looking to borrow a massage table for one day at the later part of May Thank you mdjoanis@gmail.com
- Satilite tv instalation and updated. Need someone to get our tv,s set up and updated to dish for three rooms upstairs. ddshada@aol.com
- Need someone to work on home generator. I have a 8 kohler that works like it should except that it has low voltage when starts. ddshada@aol.com
- Looking for shipping storage containers to mexico . Do you know who is selling them and how much? mrs.kelli.hutchinson@gmail.com
- I’m looking for a construction contractor that have worked with container storages to build their homes. Any information would be very helpful mrs.kelli.hutchinson@gmail.com
RESTAURANTS – FOOD SERVICE
- Tio Pablo’s will be celebrating mothers all weekend long with complimentary mimosas for all moms and these delicious food specials: Filet Mignon (served with creamy, tangy bearnaise sauce, asparagus almondine, and choice of potato) $500, Hot Honey Pork Candy Appetizer $160, Ice Cream Bonbons $160 and Prime Rib (Sunday only). Calling all moms! Come on Saturday or Sunday and let us spoil you–you deserve it!
- francisco alatorre this sunday may 11th from 6-9pm at dodos beach club in los barriles. come and enjoy a tapas evening with this amazing live flamenco guitarist. nicole.lalime@gmail.com
HEALTH-EXERCISE-ART-CHURCH
- Yokoxochitl art studio Join me for the next painting workshop, three hours! Beginners are most welcome; take this opportunity to unleash your inner artist. Leave the class with a beautiful painting made by you, I will guide you through the whole process. Thursday May 8th 9:00 to 12:00 pm Reserve your spot xochitlrivera.art@gmail.com
- Therapy massage at your house by Lilia Carreón. -Swedish, deep tissue, Sport, pregnant massage, stretching. If you need to work on some issue or just relaxation, contact me. I will be happy to help you. I have good recommendations. I’m able to go any town around.Liliacarreonminjares@gmail.com +52 612 2126582
BAJA BIZ
Repeats every TWO weeks. 5 lines/10-15 words per line/50 words total – subject to editing
- Screen Repair, Window/Screen Cleaning, Solar Panel Cleaning. +1 559-765-9914 dondonsantos@sbcglobal.net
- Karaoke at Willy’s Bar and Grill every Tuesday 6-10pm. Bring your pipes and your hungry. Great food and fun. tishthespy@hotmail.com
- Bueno, Bonito y Barato Bazar resale shop is open Wednesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm. Clothes, shoes, purses, beauty products and more! Accepting consignments. Turn at the cemetery, 2nd house on left. 6241586230
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.
- 10x7x7 Enclosed Utility Trailer + Motorcycles – Turnkey Ready!
(2022 KTM 450 EXC-F & 2019 Honda CRF230F Included or Seperate – Price Negotiable!)
- * 2022 KTM 450 EXC-F: nationally purchased, registered and plated, ready for street or trail.
- * 2019 Honda CRF230F: Reliable trail bike, street-ready and eligible for registration/plating (perfect for beginners or commuters).
- * Riding Gear Available: Helmets, jackets, boots, etc. can be negotiated for an additional price (not listed publicly – inspect during showing).
- 390,000 MXN OBO (or equivalent in USD) *email for additional details*
- braiden.jacobsen@gmail.com
- 2018 34-foot Windjammer Trailer. Has numerous upgrades and a Queen size bed. 29,700 Coconuts. Site rental possible in Tortuga RV Park. Moving into a Casita. Call WhatsApp 624-358-9372 or farrells@shaw.ca
- Three new oil-bronzed mini pendant lights still in original packaging from Menards US. Paid $19 each and you can have all 3 for $25. Find pictures and more details on Craigslist here. https://bajasur.craigslist.org/ppd/d/new-mini-pendant-lights-from-menards/7847558147.html?lang=es&cc=mx. We originally bought 2 and only needed 1 in our hallway. Pay with USD, Pesos, Paypal or Venmo smgohman@gmail.com
- We installed a Patriot track lighting in our kitchen which we love and have an extra 4′ White Track Lighting Track that is still in original packaging from Menards in the US. Only $8. See photos here on Craigslist here. https://bajasur.craigslist.org/ppd/d/foot-white-track-lighting/7847561008.html?lang=es&cc=mx
- New 8.25 inch Patriot Lantern Wall Light. Purchased 2 from Menards in Minnesota and only used one of them in house. This is a very attractive antique bronze indoor wall light. Still in original box. See photos on Craigslist https://bajasur.craigslist.org/ppd/7847881677.html
- 8 ft west marine raft with beach wheels and older 3 hp Nissan outboard 400 u.s. rows 7donjam@gmail.com 360-207-9081
- Shade Canopy, 8ft x 8 ft. metal frame with heavy material canvas cover. 50 clams wmrailton@yahoo.com
- north face 3 season camping tent excellent condition 125 camp outs and folding bed cot with storage pack 30 overnights text or call 970 879 2140 wilkccet@outlook.com
- 31′ 1994 Winnebago Brave, 104,324 km (64,824 mi), 2 roof A/C, dash A/C, 4000 watt onboard generator, GM chassis, 454 Bib Block V8, all appliances in great working condition, walk-around queen bed, interior finishing still in classic 90’s shape. $18K usd, email for more details and photos; auntyali@gmail.com
- 2010 Jayco Jay Feather 28R great condition, has been nationalized. $13,000. See Craigslist post https://bajasur.craigslist.org/rvs/7848444750.html?lang=en&cc=us alisapan52@gmail.com
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