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January 23 2008 Page 2
Jaltemba Features
Helping the Community through the Gift of Language:
Jesus E. Montes
By Tara Spears
The first thing that one notices when meeting this soft spoken man is his sincerity. Growing up in La Penita, Jesus “Chuy” Montes has experienced the growth of the area from sleepy rural Mexican village to an international mecca where presently on a walk down the main avenida one can overhear Spanish, English, French, and other languages. “My friends would say, ‘If only I could speak English, I could get a better job’ and since I knew English, I started teaching them informally,” explains Chuy. “Four years ago I opened a language school in order to offer more than tutoring: to provide an affordable, long-term opportunity for the townspeople to study a foreign language.”
The name of the school is CIENI, which is the abbreviation of ‘Centro de
Ingles y Espanol Nuevo Idioma’ but also reflects Chuy’s philosophy. He
believes that people working together to embrace a second language
benefits the individual, the community, and the visiting foreigners. It
is his dream to foster comfortable communication between various
cultures because that is how true friendship can be formed. To achieve
this goal, CIENI offers a broad range of class times to accommodate work
schedules and personal preferences: from 8 am to 9 pm, Monday thru
Fridays. In addition to the schedule options, CIENI provides various
levels of language instruction, from basic, introductory lessons
through advanced study.
Chuy grew up in a family of mechanics, but he decided early that he enjoyed academics more than working with his hands. He has been self supporting since he was 16, first learning mechanics with his father and two brothers, then trying sales before achieving his dream of teaching. “I continue studying language because I want to provide the best quality instruction to my students” he replies earnestly. It is Chuy’s dedication to the students and their future that sets CIENI above other schools in the area.
Director Chuy in the CIENI language school office at Martin Pinzon Calle #3, La Penita.
(The street is next to the Coca Cola Company on the east side of highway 200 on the south end of La Penita)
“I enjoy meeting people and getting to know them,” said Chuy. “It is so exciting when a student says ‘I get it!’ and achieves understanding. For many people, especially older people, learning another language is very difficult.” As an educator, Chuy suggests beginning as early as possible to acquire another language. All of his classes, from age 6 through adult, practice conversational English and Spanish. “I don’t accept ‘I can’t’ in myself or from my student,” he says. “Learning a language is often a slow process.” Chuy’s goal for the future is to expand CIENI to provide additional language instruction in French and German.
Chuy has actively volunteered at La Mision Church, serving as its coordinator of religious lessons for years. In addition, lately he has been doing translations for the Los Amigos La Penita civic group as a means of giving back to the community. When Chuy is not teaching, he relaxes by playing in the band “AS”. He first learned to play guitar in secondario and continued practicing. Over the next twelve years Chuy has taught himself to play keyboard, drums, bass- and he is presently learning violin!
This dynamic young man puts his heart into whatever he
does, whether it is teaching, music, or volunteering. Chuy’s vision and
commitment to his hometown guide his life, and make living in the
Riviera Nayarit a better place for everyone.
Spanish lessons: Mon/Wed/Fri 8, 9, 10, 11 am or
Tues/Thurs 8-12 am.
English lessons: Mon thru Fri: 1-9 pm
Instructional materials provided.
Spanish/English Translation by appointment.
Contact Chuy: 322-274-2197 or email:
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Los Amigos de la Peñita Honours the School Directors That Have Made Its Plastics Recycling Program a Resounding Success
La Peñita de Jaltemba, January 19, 2009
On January 19, Los Amigos de la Peñita hosted a reception to thank the Directors of the schools in La Peñita for their participation in their plastics recycling program and to launch the next phase of the program.
The plastics recycling program that Los Amigos put in place, in cooperation with the Delegación Municipal, was launched on April 10th, 2008 and includes all fourteen schools in La Peñita and La Colonia. Presently, there are 4,000 students that participate in this program.
“We are extremely pleased with the success we have achieved to date,” said Zobeida Barrera Lozano, National President. “Tons have plastics have been collected to date; much of this material previously littered the street of La Peñita.”
The next phase of the program will involve the establishment of a network of loctions in the community where individuals can drop off their plastics. Recycling baskets have been placed on the Avenida and along the beach. Los Amigos is working to find locations where individuals can drop off larger amounts of plastics that they have collected. A list of locations that have already been identified is attached.
“It’s gratifying to see the community get behind this initiative,” added International President Ken Snyder. “On February 8 from 2:30 to 6:00, we are hosting Fiesta La Peñita - a gala fundraising event in support of Los Amigos de La Peñita.. It is events like Fiesta La Peñita that have enabled us to initiate the recycling program as well as to carry out other activities like a major beach clean-up, the development of the children’s park in Colonia Pescadores and our new scholarship program”
Tickets for Fiesta La Peñita are available at http://www.losamigosdelapenita.com or at Xaltemba Restaurant, Daniel’s Backstreet, Latitute 21 or Coldwell Banker - La Costa.
Los Amigos de la Peñita is a community service organization comprised of residents of the local community. Los Amigos exists to serve the people of La Peñita, the surrounding Colonias, and the community at large through it’s participation in activities designed to improve the lives of area residents. Los Amigos holds its meetings in the Restaurant/Gallery Xaltemba at 7:00 p.m every second and fourth Monday of each month. All are welcome.
For more information, consult the web page www.losamigosdelapenita.com, contact publicrelations@losamigosdelapenita.com or call
Spanish: Zobeida Barrera Lozano at 327-274-0268
English: Ken Snyder at 327-274-2900
What kind of plastic containers can you bring in?
Milk, Yogurt, Pop, Cleaning Products, Water, Mineral Water, Cooking Oil and Car Oil.
No need to separate them into colours, to have tops for them– although they need to be empty. Clean and crushed bottles preferred. Car oil containers should be as clean as possible.
Where can you bring them?
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Infusing A Flair for Life into Textiles: Designer Ruth Suarez
By Tara Spears
Combine talent with personality and you get a Ruth Suarez masterpiece: a unique textile design. This petite designer is in demand for her custom home décor work and trademark leather accessories. The 2009 Mujeres a Mujeres Fashion Show, February 10, is pleased to be showcasing Ruth’s stunning women’s fashions.
Ruth has the rare gift of being able to conceptualize beauty in raw materials “I spread out the fabric or leather and I get a feel for a particular shape or design,” she says with a laugh, “it talks to me!” Next, she considers the customer’s size and preferences to create a pattern. After carefully cutting the material to accent its best qualities, Ruth sews the material to construct the finished product. It takes about eight hours for a simple leather lady’s handbag. (note photos below)
As a child in Mexico City, Ruth was always dressing up dolls and planning outfits for them. By age 16, she was sewing clothes for herself, designing original outfits for parties. “Both of my grandmothers sew and taught me the basics at a young age,” said Ruth in excellent English.
“I’ve always loved working with my hands and
creating things with fabrics. Sewing was a relaxing hobby for me all of
my life. I am so thrilled that I finally have the opportunity to turn my
creative passion for sewing into a business!” Ruth’s pride and
enthusiasm for her work is evident in the top quality of the finished
products. Enhancing Ruth’s designs is her reputation for honest, fair
prices and on-time deliveries-crucial to the customer’s with company coming!
To achieve the style and level of quality that Ruth demands for her
designs, she travels to Leon for leather, and Tepic or Puerto Vallarta
for fabrics. “If the customer has already chosen fabric, I’m happy to
work with it,” said Ruth. “I may have to suggest adding a lining or a
different style because of the weight or pattern of the customer’s
fabric. I want the customer to be comfortable with the style but for the
drapes or slipcovers to be durable, too.” The biggest challenge to
designing clothes, for Ruth, is sizing and getting just the right fit
for the individual. Ruth finds it very satisfying and motivating to
make one-of-a kind items, whether it is leather accessories, clothes, or
home décor: “I love having the challenge of creating unique, personal
pieces!” Samples of Ruth’s home décor talent follow:
A dedicated mom, Ruth is close to her two grown sons that live in San Miguel de Allende, where she had lived for 16 years prior to starting her business in Riviera Nayarit three years ago. Besides starting her business, Ruth has been building her own home in La Penita. “I am so lucky to be achieving all of my goals: having my own business, my house, wonderful children and family. I make all of the decisions now- and I’ve very proud of my original work.”
When
Ruth relaxes, she enjoys the views
from her hillside home to paint or read. Spending time with her friends
is an important element in Ruth’s busy week. Her future goal is to
expand her textile business to market her original designs in larger
markets, such as Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara.
Ruth feels that “it will be very interesting to see how it goes” when discussing the proposed commercial development of the Riviera Nayarit area. “Providing more local medical services and cultural activities are more important for a better quality of life than just buildings,” she believes. It is this positive regard and zest for life that empowers Ruth’s designs and makes them sparkle.
To arrange a consultation, visit Ruth at the Thursday market or email: rthco@hotmail.com
To
contact Tara:
tara.sprs@hotmail.com
Bill and Dot Bell took another trip to Guadalajara and decided to photographs the many interesting spires and roof tops.
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