NOTE: The next issue of the BPE will be out on Monday
DISCUSSIONS – ANSWERS – ANNOUNCEMENTS
- RECYCLING 2025-26 RESUMES Thurs., Nov. 6th from 9-11 a.m. at Baja’s Resort at East Cape. Please bring RINSED recyclables, crushed & separated (tops removed): clear plastic, opaque-milky plastic, colored plastic. Aluminum & tin should be separated from one another, crushed as small as possible. Flatten/bundle up cardboard – NO paper/magazines please. Sorry, NO GLASS. Volunteers will help you sort your recyclables into the correct collection bags. Your 100 peso donation/household/month’s recyclables is appreciated! www.eastcaperecycling.com
- San Antonio Community Center needs a few supplies for the pinatas that they make for the holidays. They need old newspaper or magazines and bright wrapping paper – especially Christmas. Small amounts of the wrapping paper is fine. They make the pinatas for the community children and to sell. Please help them out!! If you have any, message me at jandcinthebaja@gmail.com and I can get what you have. Thank you for helping!!!
- The Organic Market is back—and we’re so happy to be here again! Join us every Sunday in Los Barriles at Hotel Palmas de Cortez from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM .Enjoy a day surrounded by local artisans, fun activities , and a natural space to relax , connect , and celebrate this beautiful season with us!
- Mark you calendars for December 1st. Lazy Daze Christmas Toy Drive Pig Roast will be at Dodo’s Beach Club. Raffles, silent auction, music and fun. Bring in a toy that day get 3 free raffle tickets. Fun starts at noon and piggy served at 4. Tickets are 350 pesos and we will start selling them at Dodo’s at their Halloween party. See you there and thank you. Mrs. Claus
- Matt Bronson just repaired the road from the main arroyo road near Las Iguanas market up and into the neighborhood. If you live in this upper Buenos Aires neighborhood (the “Saddle”, and below) Please consider helping us pay for this work. 200 pesos per house would be sufficient. Or anything you can afford. You can drop the money off at Yoga Garden, or if you see Matt or Jackie in passing, that would be great! Thanks for your support! jackiereeves1002@gmail.com
QUESTIONS
- Does anyone know of a source for Avocado Oil? Costco did not have it yesterday. Thanks! jackiereeves1002@gmail.com
- Let me ask the question a different way, where are you buying fresh shrimp and fish fillets? alnsheri@gmail.com
EVENTS
- October, 31st, Friday 10am to 3pm – Vita’s And Baja Weddings Boutique Showroom opening! Treats, bubbles, cold tea, and traditional Last Friday specials! Come to see our new spot! Calle 20 de Noviembre, across Joe’s Market.
- Day of the Dead celebration this Monday, November 3rd — meet at Pizzería Don Roberto at 4:30 pm and join the community parade at 5:00 pm. Decorate your ATV, bicycle, quad, or car and be part of the celebration! The cultural festival will follow at the Los Barriles cemetery starting at 6:00 pm. All community is welcome.
- Grand Opening Celebration — This Friday! Join us at Salt + Cotton Eco-Boutique this Friday, October 31st for our Grand Opening, in collaboration with Vita’s Art & Fashion! We’ll have snacks, drinks, and exclusive one-day discounts on everything. Come sip, shop, and celebrate community, creativity, and conscious style. We can’t wait to see you! Across from Joe’s Deli 10am-4pm Friday, October 31st
- Witches Paddle – October 31st 8am We will MEET at 8am at Playa Norte. We will LAUNCH at 8:15am and ride to Playa del Sol (about 20-30 minutes). Julie Shipman Photography & Neil Howe Photography will be there to capture the event, photos will be available on the event page (so be sure you’ve RSVP’d on Facebook!). The forecast looks good for a smooth ride! Can’t wait to ride with everyone!
- Back by popular demand… East Cape Guild – PARADE OF HOMES – Poker Run, and a fabulous surprise Basket Raffle Tour 6 amazing homes in the Los Barriles area. Get ideas for your new or existing homes. NOVEMBER 30TH – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Pick up your entry wristband at Baja Properties Parking lot from 9:30-11:00 TICKETS ON SALE – Homes and Land of Baja, Saturday Markets, and Open Mic (Palmas Pickleball/ Hideout Bar) Wednesday Evenings. Join us for day of fun and support our local deserving students. This year, we sponsored 207 High Schoolers and 80 College Students.
WANTED
- Looking for ATV trailer. Please email colfaxdavid@gmail.com if you know of an ATV trailer for sale. Thanks.
- Looking for travel trailer or 5th wheel. 30+ feet. Please send pics and details to lornapidskalny@gmail.com
- I’m looking to for a good used side x side, 2 or 4 seater cjonhi@aol.com
- Looking for a good quality comfortable couch to purchase no bigger than 8ft long by 40 inches wide contact me . swampdonkeys86@gmail.com
- Need recommendation anyone that has fiber optic for Casa plumbing drainage issues. kitinjim@me.com
RESTAURANTS – FOOD SERVICE
- Come discover your new favorites at Sol y Mar Restaurant, where every dish is made to enjoy overlooking the sea. New menu, more delicious options! Upstairs Del Sol Cafe at Playa del Sol Hotel Rsvt: +1 619 920 0946. Open everyday: 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Our Bay View terrace — the perfect spot to enjoy great food, ocean views, and the same warm service. Experience something special in Los Barriles. We’re open daily from 12:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Reservations: 624 14 10839 UMI Sushi: Open daily from 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Bay View: Open daily from 12:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Inside Hotel Palmas de Cortez
HEALTH-EXERCISE-ART-CHURCH
- See your internal medicine doctor this November 7th. Take the opportunity to check your health and get your questions answered, your well-being starts with a good evaluation! Call us: +52 (624) 160 1997 admision@eastcapehealthcenter.com
- Back in Los Barriles soon and my classes commence on Tuesday, November 18th. I’m very happy to have the same schedule as last year at Yoga Garden! Mat Pilates+ 9:30 am on Tuesday and Friday; Chair Pilates on Wednesday at 11:00 am. Focusing again on four types of balance training needed to prevent falls as we age: Anticipatory Control; Dynamic Control; Functional Stability Limits; and Reactive Balance Control. Working on your balance is one of the most powerful acts of self-preservation. sefiheld@gmail.com
- Glutathione & NAD+ IV Therapy- At home or in our COMMUNITY HEALTH OFFICES (Barriles Wellness Center). Looking for antioxidant support, healthy-aging benefits, or a gentle energy lift? Our RN-led team offers personalized IV sessions (glutathione and NAD+) with vitals check and hydration. Message East Cape Home Health to reserve your appointment. Limited weekly slots. info@EastCapeHomeHEalth.com or 624-151-9286
- Yoga by the Sea – Opening Day this TUESDAY 9:30am! Classes take place every Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am at Playa Norte I can’t wait to see you and do some yoga together. These classes specialize in yoga for longevity so that you can move well for the long haul. All levels and experience are welcome, my classes aren’t hard-but they do require some good, mindful work to be effective. I promise, it’s good for you! Stay up to date and learn more, subscribe to my newsletter: https://subscribepage.io/yogasarahnewsletter
BAJA BIZ
- Baja Blooms has Cempasuchil, Day of the Dead Flowers, Arriving. Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Day of the Dead Flowers!! Thank You for your Support, LB!!!
- GRINGO GROCERIES (Los Barriles). – MOVED TO HOTEL PALMAS DE CORTEZ (Next to pickleball courts) SEASON HOURS: Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 9 – 4, Sun 10-2. Supplying 1000’s of hard-to-find US healthy foods and personal products. We have the lowest prices in B.C.S. No price gouging here! WE JUST RE-STOCKED, QUALITY, GREAT TASTING, SONORAN STEAKS & GROUND BEEF FROM FAMOUS RANCHO EL 17! Come grab what you need. Look forward to seeing ya and saving you money! See us at: https://www.facebook.com/GringoGroceries ggroceriesbaja@gmail.com
- East Cape Tackle is pleased to offer a Fly Tying seminar to start the season off right. This one will be an Open session of What, where and When for Roosterfish and Dorado Plaza del Pueblo #15 ( right across from the fountain as you come into town , on the left hand side) November 13, 2025 10:00 – 1:00 pm Bring your own Chair See you there! eastcapetackle@gmail.com
AIRPORT RIDES- CARAVANS- COMING & GOING
- I am driving from Washington St.-LB this week. Leaving 29th-30th. Hoping to arrive in LB by the 2nd-3rd. If anyone is available to join me via caravan or companion. I would greatly appreciate it. Please email me scratchgolfer71@gmail.com
NOT WANTED
- 2022 KTM 450 exc-f *National Bike* All Services up to date, registered and fully street legal. Lots of extras! 612-348-0275 braiden.jacobsen@gmail.com
- Wife shattered her knee, looking to trade nearly new 2 person inflatable kayak for a single of similar value. Paid over $600 for the Aquaglide Chinook 120 (have original invoice). Contact at hauserid@msn.com
- 2006 26’ Seaswirl Fishing Boat. Very Good condition ready to fish. 5.0 Volvo I/O Penta GXI gas engine – 1000 hours very strong. Tandem galvanized trailer. Many extra accessories. https://bajasur.craigslist.org/boa/7891073316.html South Dakota US title and registration. Rob bettervacations@yahoo.com +1 970-977-0005 See it now in La Ribera.
- 2007 Yamaha Wave Runner FX Cruiser 1100 High Output 3-passenger. Very Good Condition. Very low hours. SUPER FAST! Very solid in rough water. Model 1100 has a 160-hp, 1052cc, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke MR-1 fuel injected engine and direct drive transmission. Trailer included. No hours since last full service. https://bajasur.craigslist.org/spo/d/2007-yamaha-wave-runner-1100-fx-cruiser/7890180808.html Location is la Ribera. Contact +1 970-977-0005 or bettervacations@yahoo.com 6,500 waves OBO.
- 2022 Honda Talon, 1000R, 2 seater. Fox Suspension, hard top, 1/2 wndshield, mirrors, rear tire carrier and tire, jack, new battery. Everything like new, only 50 hours and 680 miles. Always garaged. IVA is paid. 24,900 Rides. Contact Don, email: drwainio@gmail.com
- 1994 Winnebago BRAVE – 31 ft, 104,000 km, like new classic 90’s interior, 2 A/C units, queen bed, includes surge protector, extension cord, converter, outdoor carpet, new alternator, serpentine belt, 2 new coach batteries and new automotive battery. Currently at Roca’s RV. $16,000 US coconuts. Call Ed 403-707-5337 or email auntyali@gmail.com
- COSMO (COS -5MU30) under cabinet range hood 32.7 “ x 7.8” x 22.8” never used 1,000 MX geordieinvista1@gmail.com
- Not wanted new in the box Shimanio 12000D bait runner spinning reel loaded with braid on a new Talvera rod 400 clams assorted used Rapalahs , new rod holders 25 clams net new condition 30 clams contact me for pictures swampdonkeys86@gmail.com
- 12 x 6 enclosed Cargo / Utility Trailer – https://www.facebook.com/share/1GVonBNLks/ 6004owen@gmail.com
- Whole House Filter & Salt based water softener – https://www.facebook.com/share/14M4CXnHFie/
 
- 2011 Can am 1000 5,500 shells briodrake@gmail.com