Festival Mar Bermejo

From July 8 to 13, as part of the Festival Mar Bermejo, there will be daily special events such as dance, theater, cinema and music at various locations in Guaymas (Casa de la Cultura, Plaza 13 de Julio, Tourist Malecón, Civic Auditorium and Galeria PincelARTE).

The Festival Mar Bermejo commemorates the anniversary of the Battle of Guaymas which occurred on July 13, 1854.

San Carlos Weather, News & Marketplace

• According to the National Weather Service, a broad area of low pressure located about 200 miles south of the gulf of tehuantepec continues to produce disorganized showers and thunderstorms. Environmental conditions appear conducive for some gradual development of this system over the next several days. There is a low chance (20 percent) of this system becoming a tropical cyclone during the next 48 hours as it moves westward or west-northwestward at around 10 mph. Temperatures will continue to be in the mid to high 30′s C (95 – 100F). Keep an eye on the weather at our San Carlos Weather page with satellite images and a live feed from Storm Pulse.

• July tide chart (surge forecast) for Guaymas. The forecasts are based on historical hourly data at sea level, primarily maintained by CICESE and Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (UNAM).

• In a recent press conference, the Mayor of Guaymas, César Lizárraga, announced that the City plans to build a desalination plant in San Carlos next year. The plant will treat 120 liters per second and supply about 100 liters of drinking water per second. There was no indication as to the proposed location of the plant.

• Watch Dan Greene’s video of “2 epic days of Fishing, Scuba Diving, and Spearfishing in San Carlos, Sonora Mexico!”.

• Watch the amazing video of the recent whale rescue in the Sea of Cortez.

• There are video games, a camper shell, sliding glass door, sailboats, an inflatable dinghy, washer, dryer, refrigerators, many houses for rent and for sale, sports equipment and more now listed in the Classifieds. There are also people looking for items, so if you have any to sell, list them now — it’s free.

Sports in Mexico

Baseball

After 66 games, Guaymas Ostioneros have 22 wins and 44 losses. This week, Guaymas plays at home on July 5, 6 and 7 against Agua Prieta and July 12, 13 and 14 against Caborca. Regular season games end on July 17, then there is a short break before the semi finals. The Ostioneros play at the Abelardo L. Rodriguez stadium (map to the stadium). For more information, see the league schedule. The cost is 40 pesos for adults and 10 pesos for children. Beer is 15 pesos.

Soccer

In Women’s World Cup, Mexico and Canada are heading home, while the US moves into the quarter finals (watch the highlights of the Mexico vs New Zealand game). Follow the games on FIFA.com.

In the FIFA Under 17 World Cup that is currently taking place in Mexico, Mexico won its quarter-final match against France (watch the highlights) and will next take on Germany in the semi-finals on July 7.

Concert at Hotel Fiesta Real

This Saturday, July 9th, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, we’ll feature the PPJ3 with Peter Pope Jones, Neil Duvall and the Coconut Country Band, and the jazz stylings of the fabulous Cochrans, Bliss and Jim! We were delighted to see so many folks at our first summer show, and are looking forward to our next event this Saturday. Attendees can still lounge on the beach, cool in the pool and enjoy the green lawn, however the music will be moving into the shady cool of the Delphin Bar. And, NO TICKETS. No cover charge all summer for premier entertainment, haute cuisine (unique and delicious choices for all budgets,) Luis’ expertly prepared cocktails and new fine wine selections.

San Carlos Loves Dogs

by Bliss Cochran

an Carlos may not have a dog shelter anymore, but there are a few people (even in summer!) fostering abandoned dogs until their new families arrive to give them permanent homes.

San Carlos Loves Dogs is a new Facebook page, with photos of foster dogs, as much information as we can accumulate (size, age, whether neutered and vaccinated, behavior with humans and other dogs, health status, etc.) and a contact phone number where prospective adopters can get more information. Owners who have lost dogs can also check there to see if their pets have been found, or post descriptions and photos in case they’ve been spotted. Thanks to Janey McLean of Tidbit fame for coming up with the name.

Visit San Carlos Loves Dogs and find your new best friend.

If you are fostering a dog that needs a home, please email a photo and description to blissinger@gmail.com and we’ll add it to our Facebook page. If you can’t get a photo, let us know and we’ll come take one.

We can do a page for cats, too, if we can get information and photos. We’ll call it San Carlos Loves Cats, of course.

Quarterly Real Estate Summary

by Janey McLean

As they say, nothing happens until something sells and the good news is that homes and condos in San Carlos are continuing to sell  and we are welcoming new neighbors into our community! Whenever a homeowner sells their home they can move forward with their life and on to new adventures.  As well, when someone buys their San Carlos home they bring new energy and new enthusiasm with them as well as add to our local economy.

I am pleased to present the real estate sales figures for the first two quarters of 2011 and have provided the correlating figures from 2010 for your reference. Note that MSP refers to the median sales price of the home, condo, or lot in each particular quarter. Read more.

The Tantalizing Tomato

by Kristina Ladau

Tomatoes are one of the most popular food items in the typical American diet; with the BLT holding a proud place since the 1930’s, yet few realize the powerful health and nutrition-promoting benefits of this bright red fruit.  Or wait –is it a vegetable?  In 1893, the nutritious tomato had its day in court–the Supreme Court. Due to tariffs placed on tomatoes imported from the West Indies, they were the subject of a Supreme Court decision and were officially labeled a vegetable.  Originating in Central America and cultivated by the Aztecs, the tomato is now grown world wide and consumed in many diverse ways.  Whichever way you slice them, the tomato is a superfood packed with plenty of disease fighting nutrients. Read more and try the Tomato Sauce Recipe.

Fishing Report

Here are the results from the 64th International Billfish Tournament:

Open Division (Angler-Boat-Points)
1. Steve Fusco – Lucky Ducks – 716.4
2. Bill Lawley – No Limit – 592.8
3. Juan Wooddell – Betty B – 354
4. John Fishering – Will Ums – 270
5. Wade Earl – Kryptonite – 270
6. Bob Spafford – Fun Ticket – 270

Women’s Division
1. Connie Ward – Sassy Lady – 474
2. Dayna Cryer – Reel Loco – 425
3. Donna Molden – EZ Money – 421
4. Judy Earl – Kryptonite – 340

Dorado Category (Open)
1. Kevin Kelly – Betty B – 39.4
2. Juan Wooddell- Betty B -39.4
3. Eric Kirkpatrick – Mad Marlin – 35.6

Boat Jackpot
1. Kryptonite
2. No Limit
3. Sassy Lady

47 anglers on 17 boats released 17 marlin and 21 sailfish and weighed 56 Dorado, 2 Tuna and 1 Wahoo.

The rain finally came to San Carlos last night and cooled things off for the moment. The seas are flat and the fish are biting. For the most part we have had good weather and not that hot compared to inland. We’ve got a sweat going a few times though and that was pretty much due to some hot fishing. There are lots of big bull dorado around with 30 pound fish almost daily. Some are getting up to 50 pounds and I hear a lot of stories of the ‘one that got away’. The billfish are not that thick, but the few that are around are biting good. They are farther out it seems, along with where the big dorado are. Most of the action is out in the blue water starting beyond the reef at 12 miles, and picking up farther out to 25 miles. A few big blue marlin are being caught and I heard a rumor of a 500 pound fish. We had a good tournament with some excellent fishing results. The next tournament will be on the Labor Day weekend, so there is lots of time to practice. Let’s just hope that it can stay relatively cool. This is some of the best dorado fishing I have ever experienced. I’m ready for a few of those 30 pound fish or a wahoo to bite my line though.

tight lines, Bryan Replogle repsilon@aol.com
Team Margarita Sportfishing, San Carlos Aquatic Adventures

What’s Playing at Cinemex Guaymas

Some of the movies now playing:

Transformers 3. The Autobots learn of a Cybertronian spacecraft hidden on the Moon, and race against the Decepticons to reach it and to learn its secrets. Watch the trailer.

Hall Pass (Pase Libre). A married man (Owen Wilson) is granted the opportunity to have an affair by his wife. Joined in the fun by his best pal, things get a little out of control when both wives start engaging in extramarital activities as well. Watch the trailer.

X-Men: First Class (X-Men: Primera Generación). Before Charles Xavier and Erik Lensherr took the names Professor X and Magneto, they were two young men discovering their powers for the first time. Before they were archenemies, they were closest of friends, working together, with other Mutants (some familiar, some new), to stop the greatest threat the world has ever known. In the process, a rift between them opened, which began the eternal war between Magneto’s Brotherhood and Professor X’s X-MEN. Watch the trailer.

The Hangover II (¿Qué Pasó Ayer? Parte II). Right after the bachelor party in Las Vegas, Phil, Stu, Alan, and Doug jet to Thailand for Stu’s wedding. Stu’s plan for a subdued pre-wedding brunch, however, goes seriously awry. Watch the trailer.

Movies playing in Spanish: Kung Fu Panda 2, Cars 2, X-Men: Primera Generación y Piratas Del Caribe.

Most “Hollywood” movies for adults are in English with Spanish subtitles, but check before you go. Cost — Adults 48 pesos, 30 pesos on Wednesday. The first movie each day is 43 pesos. Monday to Thursday before 6:00pm is only 29 pesos.

For a full listing and show times, visit Cinemex. Map to Cinemex Guaymas.

Happy Hours and Food Specials

See the Restaurant page for location, hours and more restaurants.

Bananas

Food Specials: On Tuesday night there are Italiano specials for brunch or dinner. Ask about the table wine specials with your order. On Sundays, enjoy brunch on the sunny patio. The Daily Specials are posted on the Patio at Bananas.
Happy Hour: Monday to Friday, 4:00pm – 6:00pm: 20 pesos national beer and 30 pesos well drinks. Every Sunday is “Bloody Mary Sunday” with 30 pesos Bloody Marys all day long. Every day: 50 pesos margarita and 60 pesos pina colada.
Nightly entertainment: See calendar below.
VIP Cards: stop by Bananas or email Frank at fdlach@gmail.com to find out about the NEW VIP Cards and save 10% on all your meals.
Bananas is now on Facebook … let them know that you “like” Bananas.
You Hook Em We Cook Em At Your Bananas!

Bonifacio’s Cotton Club

The Cotton Bar is now open
This summer, enjoy dining in Bonifacio’s air conditioned room.
Food Specials: 3×2 Taco Tuesdays. All week Lunch special: 25% off from 12:00pm to 4:00pm (* does not apply to other weekly promotions). 
Happy Hour: Thursday to Sunday from 12:00pm to 5:00pm: 2×1 margaritas and cerveza Sol. All day Mondays, 2×1 margaritas.
Nightly entertainment: See calendar below.
Visit Bonifacio’s online.

Panchito Villa

Food Specials: On Wednesdays, fish tacos are only 12 pesos. And, on Mondays, a cheese chile relleno is only 15 pesos. Enjoy breakfast from 7:00am – 11:00am daily with FREE coffee refills. Come in and enjoy Panchito Villa’s famous 100% mexican breakfast of egg chile rellenos or egg enchiladas. Lunch and dinner are served from 11:00am to 10:00pm. Click here to see the breakfast, lunch and dinner menus.
Happy Hour: 3:00pm – 6:00pm with national drinks 25 pesos, cerveza sol 12 pesos and margaritas 25 pesos.
Panchito Villa now has a liquor licence and is serving: Indio beer (junior & jumbo size), Tecate, Bohemia, Sol, Wine, and Margaritas in eight different flavors.
NEW: the restaurant will be closed on Tuesdays during the summer.

Hotel Fiesta Real

Sunday Brunch Buffet from 8:00am to 1:00pm for 115 pesos: 20 pesos Mimosas and 30 pesos Bloody Mary (mix your own!)
Dinner special is the new “Chef’s combinations” for only 190 pesos. Click here to see the menu.
Happy Hour: everyday from 1:00pm to 7:00pm: $1 draft beer.

Tacos Don Mario

Food Specials: Serving Guadalajara style food which is prepared fresh on the grill, including tacos, tortas and hamburgers and fries. Visit the website to see their menu. News Flash: A new item has been added to the menu at Tacos Don Mario.  Alambre is available in Tacos de Alambre or Tortas Alambre.  Alambre is a combination of marinated pork with chili, tomato, onion and a special cheese.  We would also like to let all the customers know that our dining room has an air conditioner.
The inside restaurant has cable television, free Wi-Fi, and a beautiful Brunswick billiard table. There is a warm/cool mini-split for clients’ comfort. A food description and full menu is posted at tacosdonmario.com. For car-wash appointments, food delivery or catering a party, call Mario Gucci at 622-103-9388.

What’s Happening this Week in San Carlos & Guaymas?

Thursday, July 7

Entertainment

• Big Contest at Bananas. Sign-up at Bananas to participate or come by and vote for your favorite contestant. The audience chooses the winner and a winner will be declared every Thursday night (winning a dinner for two). Stop by Bananas for more information.
• Eric Holland.  6:00pm – 9:00pm at Bonifacio’s Cotton Club.
• Azul Band. 6:00pm at Tequila’s.

Clubs & Organizations

• Men’s Breakfast Club. 9:00am. Embarcadero at MarinaTerra.
• The Energy Zone: Bikram Yoga, 6:00pm – 7:00pm (independent group).

Friday, July 8

Special Event

• Festival Mar Bermejo: dance, theater, cinema and music (schedule). NEW

Entertainment

• Danny Moreno. 5:00pm – 9:00pm, Ruby Wine Bar.
• Omar Arriaga. 6:00pm – 9:00pm, Bonifacio’s Cotton Club.
• Assterisko (Classic Rock). 8:00pm to midnight at Off the Edge (Tortugas).
• Manuelito. 7:00pm – 10:00pm, Club de Capitanes.
• La Banda. 9:15pm, Tequila’s.
• Luna. 10:00pm, Froggies.
• Danny Moreno. 10:30pm-1:30am, Casino Palmas (Guaymas).
• Control A. 11:00pm – 3:00am, Pancho Villa (Guaymas).

Clubs & Organizations

• Pilates Challenge. 8:30am – 9:30am at The Energy Zone. Pilates matwork, Yoga stretch and balance, weight training, relaxation.
• Zumba for All Ages. 9:30am – 10:30am at The Energy Zone. A fun, Latin style dance class designed for all ages and levels of ability.
• Tecalai Exchange Library. 9:00am – 11:00am. Works on a “leave one, take one” basis. Or, if you don’t have a book to leave, you can make a small donation. The library has everything from mysteries to books on tape to sailing books and sci fi.
• AA – Meeting. 6:00pm, at the Grupo Tetakawi AA meeting place on the road to Loma Del Mar next to the Bomberos (Fire Station). Call 226-0954 for more info.

Saturday, July 9

Special Event

• Party on the Green Concert. 5:00pm to 8:00pm, Hotel Fiesta Real. FREE. NEW
• Festival Mar Bermejo: dance, theater, cinema and music (schedule). NEW

Entertainment

• Sandra Rodriguez and DJ Pepper host the party with singing, dancing and contests. 8:00pm at Bananas.
• Omar Arriaga. 7:40pm – 10:30pm, Bonifacio’s Cotton Club.
• The Twins. 5:00pm – 7:00pm, Las Palmas.
• Sandra’s Mariachi “Oro y Plata”. 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Evies upstairs.
• Manuelito. 7:00pm – 10:00pm, Club de Capitanes.
• La Banda. 9:15pm, Tequila’s.
• Luna. 10:00pm, Froggies.
• Deja Vu band. 11:00pm to 1:00am, Pancho Villas (Guaymas).

Sunday, July 10

Special Event

• Festival Mar Bermejo: dance, theater, cinema and music (schedule). NEW

Entertainment

• The Castaway Kids’ Sunday Concert Film Fest continues with the movie “Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock n’ Roll”. Captain’s Club at sundown. NEW
• Danny Moreno. 9:00am – 1:00pm, El Embarcadero at MarinaTerra Hotel.
• Alberto Serna. 1:00pm – 10:00pm, Bonifacio’s Cotton Club.
• Danny Moreno. 9:00pm – 12:00am, Casino Palmas (Guaymas).
• Alberto Sandoval and Control A. 11:00pm – 3:00am, Pancho Villa (Guaymas).

Clubs & Organizations

• Church Service. San Carlos Community Church, 9:00am.
• AA – Meeting. 6:00 pm, at the Grupo Tetakawi AA meeting place on the road to Loma Del Mar next to the Bomberos (Fire Station). Call 226-0954 for more info.

Monday, July 11

Special Event

• Festival Mar Bermejo: dance, theater, cinema and music (schedule). NEW

Entertainment

• Silent Movie Night with Omar on piano. 7:30pm at the Captain’s Club.
• Weekly Texas Hold-em Poker Tournament. 5:30pm at La Palapa Griega.

Clubs & Organizations

• Pilates Challenge. 8:30am – 9:30am at The Energy Zone. Pilates matwork, Yoga stretch and balance, weight training, relaxation.
• Beginner Yoga. 10:30am – 11:30am at The Energy Zone. Beginning level poses and stretch, emphasis on breathe and relaxation. Bilingual class.

Tuesday, July 12

Special Event

• Festival Mar Bermejo: dance, theater, cinema and music (schedule). NEW

Entertainment

• Bohemia Club Band (Danny Moreno, Omar Arriaga & Alberto Serna). 5:00pm – 7:00pm, Soggy Peso.
• Eric Holland.  6:00pm – 9:00pm at Bonifacio’s Cotton Club.

Clubs & Organizations

• The Energy Zone: Bikram Yoga, 6:00pm – 7:00pm (independent group).

Wednesday, July 13 – Anniversary of the Battle of Guaymas

Special Event

• Festival Mar Bermejo: dance, theater, cinema and music (schedule). NEW

Entertainment

• Oke Doke Karaoke with DJ Pepper. 7:00pm until the singers go home. Everyone is welcome to join in. Bananas.
• Rigo Romantic, a great keyboard player playing Mexican music from the 60′s as well as American songs. 6:00pm – 10:00pm, Evies upstairs.
• 8 ball pool tournament at Tequila’s, starting at 7:00pm. All drinks for the players are 1/2 price and free appetizers (botanos).
• Acoustic and country music with Ron. 6:00pm, Tequila’s.

Clubs & Organizations

• Pilates Challenge. 8:30am – 9:30am at The Energy Zone. Pilates matwork, Yoga stretch and balance, weight training, relaxation.
• Beginner Yoga. 10:30am – 11:30am at The Energy Zone. Beginning level poses and stretch, emphasis on breathe and relaxation. Bilingual class.
• AA – Meeting. 6:00pm, at the Grupo Tetakawi AA meeting place on the road to Loma Del Mar next to the Bomberos (Fire Station). Call 226-0954 for more info.

• July 18: Anniversary of the death of President Benito Juárez (March 21, 1806 to July 18, 1872).
• July 23. Party on the Green. 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Hotel Fiesta Real.
• July 28. Shakira concert in Hermosillo, 9:00pm. Tickets are on sale on Ticketmaster.
• July 30: Anniversary of the death of Miguel Hidalgo (May 8, 1753 to July 31, 1811).
• August 13. Party on the Green. 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Hotel Fiesta Real.
• August 27. Party on the Green. 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Hotel Fiesta Real.

For more events, please visit our webpages San Carlos Mexico Festivals, Fiestas and Special Events and Fishing Tournaments in San Carlos.

Make San Carlos your next vacation destination

San Carlos Mexico, nestled between the Sea of Cortez and the mountains, offers numerous activities both on shore and in the water. Awaiting you are soft sand beaches, two world class marinas, and an 18 hole, par 72 championship golf course. Whether you’re looking for a lazy day on a secluded beach or want to hike, scuba dive and listen to live music all in one day — we have it all! You can even try your luck in one of the many fishing tournaments.

San Carlos Mexico has hundreds of excellent restaurants. From tacos to fine dining, there’s something to please even the most discerning palate.

There are many San Carlos Mexico vacation rentals, hotels and resorts to choose from. If you’re looking to rent a house or condo in San Carlos, contact Sea Side Reservations.

We also provide information on San Carlos Mexico Real Estate. To talk to a licensed realtor about real estate and homes for sale in San Carlos, contact Long Realty Seaside.

We are your online resource for Guaymas and San Carlos Mexico Weather, including daily temperatures, monthly averages, Sea of Cortez marine weather, tide and current predictors, satellite images, solunar table, sunrise, sunset and storm warnings.

Whether you’re flying, driving or arriving by bus or cruise ship, we have resources to help you plan your trip to San Carlos and Guaymas Mexico, including maps of San Carlos Mexico showing where to eat and where to stay. If you’re driving, remember to purchase Mexico Car Insurance.

Travel to safe, fun and affordable San Carlos Mexico.

Published by Christa Thomas and David Irons

Special thanks to Sue Fehrle, Eric Holland, Bryan Replogle, and Kristine Ladau for their help with this issue.
And thanks to all the people who give us a heads up of What’s Up in San Carlos — we appreciate your input.

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