Tonight’s Best Pics -

The Gardens

Rumor has it that a hot new guitar picker will join Cindy and Hudd TONIGHT   Friday January 26 to open for the RED NECK MOTHERS at the Bavarian Gardens.

This guy is HOT HOT so don’t miss him.........Starting at 600 Today - Friday

Hinde & Jaimes

Singer Roberto Curiel will belt out Mexican favorites at Hinde and Jaimes. Fantastic voice! Remember Chili Relleno Special tonight.

PEO Winter Luncheon

PEO Winter Luncheon planned for all visiting PEO members.  Meet Wednesday, January 31, 11:30 a.m, at Pina Loca Restaurant in Rincon de Guayabitos.  For more info, email Jan at jimandjanuhler@yahoo.com

Los Amigos de La Peñita

Jan. 23 Meeting was held at Hotel California at 4:00 PM. Next Meeting on Jan. 30, Tuesday at 4:00 PM at Hotel California

Water Committee report: Martha, Eddie and Mark went to Compostela on Monday to present our letter and 188 signatures to Marco Antonio Moreno Vengas, Municipal President of Compostela.  After a brief meeting, Marco invited us back on Wednesday for a private meeting to discuss the issues contained in the letter.  For a report on this meeting with Marco, attend our next meeting on Jan. 30 at 4:00 PM at Hotel California.
George (Calif. Hotel) explained that Jorge Rubio from SIAPA will give amnesty to all unpaid past due accounts.  It is necessary for the unpaid accounts to individually make the request for amnesty when they pay their 2007 water/sewer fee.
Bob Gibbs produced a pamphlet in English and Spanish that explains the purpose of Los Amigos so it will be easier to introduce ourselves to the Mexican residents of La Peñita and encourage their participation in our organization.  This pamphlet will also be posted at various locations throughout La Peñita so all residents will become familiar with our organization and know the time and place of our meetings. 
Each person at the meeting was asked to donate 50 pesos to establish a fund for miscellaneous expenses-- $850.00 Pesos were collected.  So far, all expenses have been donated to our organization but as we grow, we will need a contingency fund for expenses.
It was decided to hold meetings on the second and forth Tuesday of every month but until we have dealt with all issues, we will continue to meet on a weekly basis.
Agenda for the Jan. 30 meeting:   1. Water Committee report on meeting with Marco. 2. Additional committees will be formed for Security, for Garbage and for Fund Raising.  3.  How to effectively deal with the Security Issue in La Peñita for residents and business.
Mark and Eddie will not be able to attend this meeting so George and Karen will conduct this meeting.
 

4th MARGARITA CHALLENGE 2007

I, (Sue Moss) will be at Soley's Restaurant, courtesy of Daniel,  from 9:00am until close today, Thursday Jan 25th.   I will have tickets for sale and be ever so happy to take those silent auction items off your hands.  So while perusing our wonderful market please be thinking about what might bring a few bucks to the cause....or bring something creative you may have in mind.   I will be passing out flyers to those willing to post them in areas unassigned by Tom P and also to distribute at Tiangues.

For those that do not know me I will be wearing a black polo shirt with the Hacienda del Mar logo in bright yellow.  And probably pretty wired on cappuccinos...

Another way to help is to go out to eat at your favorite restaurants and ask if they are willing to donate a dinner for 2 or 4.  Email me at shmoss@mac.com and I will take it from there.  All I need is a yes and a dollar value. There is no need for them to worry about actual certificates.  I will create them and I will confirm all offers before submission to the silent auction.

We will submit a listing of all donors of money, items, and auction winners in the Express after the event.

This is such a generous community and much is asked of you.  This challenge is a hoot!   Buy a ticket and join the fun even if you are not in a position to donate this time around.  

Thank you Jaltemba Bay! - Sue Moss (MC Chair 2007)   274-2540  shmoss@mac.com

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El Pescador Restaurante / Bar
Bucerias, Nayarit, Mexico

This past Sunday was everything that we’ve come to accept as being the norm for a Bottom Feeders show - and then some. You can read all about it on our web site - www.bottomfeedersmexico.com - and see the pictures.

While on the web site, be sure to check the latest news on our upcoming auction. Get your pen in hand right now and mark Sunday, February 11, 2007 on your calendar - this year’s auction is definitely not to be missed.

Arlie (for Bubba and The Bottom Feeders)

MEDICAL & FIRE PROTECTION – Diane Bell

The E.M.S. "Protection Civil" has been here 1 year. During this time they have served this community and surrounding area with Medical and Fire protection. This summer there were many fires. The Dump in Guayabitos was a concern as the fire was off and on for approximately 1 month. After many hours and many firemen from Protection Civil here and in Tepic, the fire was put out with the aide of chemicals.

The fields and hills seem to have had daily fires which had to be put under control, and the Island was also a hot sport. There were also a few house fires which wiped out 3 families of their possessions.

The beach is also another problem as many people do not seem to realize that the ocean is a dangerous place. One problem is that everyone seems to think they can swim when the currents are strong. Drinking and swimming is just as dangerous as drinking and driving. (The E.M.S average 60 calls per month – many of them are due to highway accidents.) There were 2 drownings in the last month and a few near misses. Please use common sense and caution. There seems to be a lack of life guards on the beach which is the control of Tourism and County Authorities.

In the last year we have received 3 Adult and 1 child’s wheel chairs, numerous crutches, walkers and canes. The local people and tourists use these items on a free loan bases and can be located at the office at the entrance to Guayabitos.

In the last 3 weeks beer has been sold at the Plaza on Saturday nights at the free stage show put on by the Tourist Department. The money goes to the E.M.S in hopes of collecting enough money for a defibulator and other much needed equipment for the ambulance and  paramedics to aide them in their work. To date there is over 12,000. pesos collected - 1/4 of what is needed.

Thank you to ALL that have helped in obtaining the money through personal donations and contributions at the Plaza. This is on every Saturday night @ 8 p.m. until Feb 10  

Also a BIG thanks to DR.ALEX who comes and donates his time to the E.M.S in the evenings and can be found working at the hospital in San Poncho during the days. REMEMBER THE EMERGENCY #274-2992

5th Annual Fundraiser Fashion Show
Reserve Now for this Always-a-hit Event

Monday, February 26, 2007 at Estancia San Carlos
Lunch at 12:00 Fashion Show at 1:30
Cost: $225 pesos for Lunch and Presentation
There will be a No Host Bar, raffles, door prizes, items for sale by local artisans, and entertainment. The proceeds will go to La Tercera Edad - the Senior Center in La Peñita to assist in building a kitchen for the center. Tickets will be available as soon.  Reservations can be made by e-mailing gerst4000@hotmail.com.

Ticket sales will be limited, so reserve your space early.

SUPER BOWL PARTY – Hinde & Jaime’s ANNEX Tickets are now on Sale! 150 pesos