Newsletter June 23 – 29

Cooltural Sunset

This week, enjoy the following two Cooltural Sunset Events:

• At Plaza Las Palmas on June 25 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, view the art of Jesus Robel Cota Cepeda and listen to the music of Omar Gerardo. This event is free. At 9:00pm, enjoy a tribute to Bob Marley concert at the Pool House Bar in Plaza Las Palmas. The cover price is 120 pesos (map).

• At Bonifacio`s on June 26, from 4:30pm to 7:30pm, listen to Blvd Funk in concert and view the art of Jesus Robel Cota Cepeda. The entrance fee is 120 pesos (map).

San Carlos Weather, News & Marketplace

• The forecast for this week is for sunny or mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the low to mid 30′s C (91 F). Tropical Storm Beatriz continues to spin off the coast of southern Mexico, but is weakening. The storm is currently moving to the west and is forecasted to continue to weaken as it moves over colder water. Keep an eye on the weather at our San Carlos Weather page with satellite images and a live feed from Storm Pulse.

• Abraham Castro has put together another beautiful San Carlos video.

• Tinker Juarez, the current top mountain bike racer, recently visited San Carlos and wrote that it is “a great place to escape and have a 12 hour race” … read more.

• Vince Radice of SanCarlos.tv participated in and covered the recent successful rescue of sperm whales and a turtle that were entangles in a gil net. Read more.

• SBPA: summer information and spay-neuter certificates.

• There are 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.

Las Palmas Grand Inauguration

Las Palmas is having our Grand Inauguration on Saturday, June 25, kicking off around 5:00pm. This event is open to the public, and Las Palmas will be offering samples of our menu, beer, and live entertainment provided by “The Twins”. The blessing and ribbon cutting will take place around 6:00pm. Las Palmas is located on Blvd. Beltrones, near the OXXO and across from the turn to the Bahia (map).

Party on the Green

Party on the Green at Hotel Fiesta Real on June 25 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

All summer long, Party On The Green with your host British Bluesman Peter Pope Jones for variety shows two Saturdays a month through September. Open Mic too! The first concert is Saturday, June 25 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and features The PPJThree, The Twins, and the fabulous Cochrans, Bliss & Jim! Tickets are 50 pesos and available now at Barracuda Bob’s, Evie’s Simply Coffee, and Hotel Fiesta Real. This is not being promoted as a benefit, however as with all their events, a portion of the proceeds goes to the kids at Rancho Del Ninos orphanage in Empalme. Sun on the beach, cool in the pool, picnic on the green grass with goodies from the taco bar, and enjoy the Sounds Of San Carlos.

Concert Film Fest

The Castaway Kids’ Sunday Concert Film Fest continues on Sunday, June 26, with the movie Robert Earl Keen: Live at the Ryman, followed by the Dixie Chicks, “Shut Up and Sing”.

Country star Robert Earl Keen steps onto the stage at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville for this concert performance. Keen delights a packed house with some of his biggest hits and best loved songs, including a mixture of classic Keen songs and cuts from his 2006 album. Watch the trailer.

A 30 pesos donation will be accepted for the Castaway Kids ongoing programs.

The Sunday Concert Film Fest will be held weekly at the Captain’s Club, starting at sundown (map).

Tidbit’s Adventure

On Saturday, June 25, Tidbit is going to have a booksigning at Walmart in Guaymas from 11:00am to 3:00pm as part of Walmart’s One Year Anniversary celebration.

Tidbit’s Adventures promotes animal rescue education, bilingualism, love, friendship and the importance of nurturing in the lives of animals and people. Her story is very familiar to many residents of San Carlos because so many of us have rescued or adopted a dog. Read more about Tidbit’s Adventures.

Ostioneros Baseball

After 54 games, Guaymas has 19 wins and 35 losses.

This week, Guaymas plays at home on June 22 and 23 against Empalme.

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.

Foods to Fight Prostate Cancer

by Kristina Ladau

Just last week a friend was asking me if nutrition or certain foods could help prevent prostate cancer.  Absolutely!  It’s estimated that 75% or more of all prostate cancers might be prevented by easy and nutritious dietary additions and a few simple changes. Read more and try the Taco Recipe.

Fishing Report

The fishing has slowed down a bit, but hopefully they are just saving up for the tournament. I definitely think that the full moon could have been a factor. Especially early and late in the season, there is a good supply of bait to feed on, and it all comes to the surface at night. Fish are still being caught though and even a few small tuna showed. The small ‘football’ sized tuna were caught only four to six miles out. We caught several of our sailfish and some eating-size dorado in close. There are plenty of small skipjack just offshore, some sierra mackerel are starting to show, and small dorado are there too. The bottomfishing is decent right now if you can find a cooperative day. It has been rough all week with southerly winds lasting most of the morning.

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

Squid Studies: Scientists Seeking and Savoring Squid

by Mark Morelli of Ocean Camp San Carlos

Dr. William Gilly, a professor of biology at Stanford University’s Hopkins Marine Station, embarked on a new expedition this month to study jumbo squid in the Gulf of California on the National Science Foundation–funded research vessel, New Horizon. Read more.

Summer Camps in San Carlos & Guaymas

Looking for a summer camp for your kids or grandchildren? Have them spend time away from the tv, meeting new friends, learning about other cultures and staying fit this summer participating in lots of fun activities. Summer camps are a great way for kids to develop socially and emotionally, to become more independent and confident, and, equally important, to build lifelong friendships and lasting memories. There are a number of summer camp choices this year in San Carlos and Guaymas. Read more.

Castaway Kids Success Story

by LeeAnn Wehr

Almost 3 years ago I became a bilingual school contact at CBTIS (Centro de Bachillerato Tecnologico Industrial y de Servicios), one of the high schools in Guaymas. I began that sojourn with 5 lovely, enthusiastic, shy girls. Due to the success of the Castaway Kids Adelante Estudiante scholarship program, that number has expanded to 20 at CBTIS, and over 100 scholarship students in our program! Read more.

Who’s Who in Entertainment

by Eric Holland

“Summer’s here and the time is right for dancin’ in the streets”  or  ”There ain’t no cure for the summertime blues”… Our little pueblita is still rockin’. This Saturday at Hotel Fiesta we have a talent showcase starting at five…..and only 50 pesos admission. Peter Pope Jones, Neil Duvall, Bobby Sahlen, the Cochrans and por supuesto The Twins will highlight this event.

Bananas is also having a talent showcase/competition:  Please send your entry information to sandra.rguez@gmail.com or simply go to Bananas, have a beer and pick up the info. A generous award will be given to the winner and some contract dates to perform at Bananas.

Eric Holland and Julio Mendoza will also have a sunset show this Thursday evening at Bonifacio’s Cotton Club and Beach Lounge from SIX TILL NINE …….musicos and back-up singers welcome!!! No cover charge. Come out for some classic rock, original Spanglish ballads, and covers by Mana, Roger Miller, Perry Como and Jerry Garcia. There is a NEW STAGE outside..new speaker system, two for one Margaritas and the best burgers in town!

What’s Playing at Cinemex Guaymas

Some of the movies now playing:

The Lincoln Lawyer (El Defensor). A lawyer (Matthew McConaughey) conducts business from the back of his Lincoln town car while representing a high-profile client (Ryan Phillipe) in Beverly Hills. 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.

Limitless (Sin Límite). A writer (Bradley Cooper) discovers a top-secret drug which bestows him with super human abilities. 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.

Pirates of the Carribean: On Stranger Tides (Piratas Del Caribe). Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) and Barbossa embark on a quest to find the elusive fountain of youth, only to discover that Blackbeard and his daughter are after it too. Watch the trailer.

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

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.

Bonifacio’s Cotton Club

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.
Coming soon … The Cotton Bar

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 NEW 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.

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, June 23

Entertainment

• Big 10000 Peso 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

• San Carlos Gym: Yoga 8:00am – 9:00am, and Pilates 9:30am – 10:30am.
• Men’s Breakfast Club. 9:00am. Embarcadero at MarinaTerra.
• The Energy Zone: Bikram Yoga, 6:00pm – 7:00pm (independent group).

Friday, June 24

Entertainment

• Peña Cultural in the central courtyard of the Casa de la Cultura, starting at 7:00pm. FREE.
• Danny Moreno. 5:00pm – 9:00pm, Ruby Wine Bar.
• 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. NEW
• 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.
• San Carlos Gym: Yoga 6:00pm – 7:00pm.
• 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, June 25

Special Event

• Tidbit and Janey McLean book signing at Walmart in Guaymas from 11:00am to 3:00pm. NEW
• Cooltural Sunset Event. View the art of Jesus Robel Cota Cepeda and listen to the music of Omar Gerardo at Plaza Las Palmas from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Then, at 9:00pm, enjoy a tribute to Bob Marley concert at the Pool House Bar in Plaza Las Palmas. NEW
• Party on the Green. 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Hotel Fiesta Real. NEW
• Las Palmas Grand Inauguration at 5:00pm. NEW
  

Entertainment

• Sandra Rodriguez and DJ Pepper host the party with singing, dancing and contests. 8:00pm at Bananas.
• 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. NEW
• Deja Vu band. 11:00pm to 1:00am, Pancho Villas (Guaymas).

Clubs & Organizations

• San Carlos Gym: Pilates 9:30am – 10:30am.

Sunday, June 26

Special Event

• Cooltural Sunset Event at Bonifacio`s Cotton Club from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. NEW

Entertainment

• The Castaway Kids’ Sunday Concert Film Fest continues with the movie “Robert Earl Keen : Live at the Ryman”. 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, June 27

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.
• San Carlos Gym: Pilates 9:30am – 10:30am.

Tuesday, June 28

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

• San Carlos Gym: Yoga 8:00am – 9:00am.
• The Energy Zone: Bikram Yoga, 6:00pm – 7:00pm (independent group).

Wednesday, June 29

Entertainment

• CineClub Guaymas presents a free movie at 7:00pm in Guaymas’ Municipal Auditorium.
• 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 1 – 3. 64th International Billfish Tournament. Hosted by the Ernesto Zaragoza Charity Foundation. Contact Claudia for more information at claudiaciare@hotmail.com.
• July 2. Fight Night at Marina Cantina at 6:00pm showing UFC 132: Cruz vs. Faber.
• July 9. Party on the Green. 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Hotel Fiesta Real.
• 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.

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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