CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MANZANILLO
COMING EVENTS FOR 2009-2010
Contact Us for any new events or updates you would like to add
TBA = To Be Announced [later]
MONTHLY ALL YEAR - MUJERES AMIGAS LUNCHEONS
First Wednesday of Each Month, El Caribe Restaurant, 1:00pm, speakers on Current topics, book-sharing
Information : Candy King 044-314-103-0406 candyk@coldwellbankerbienesraices.com
WEEKLY ALL YEAR - THIRSTY THURSDAYS – MANZAMIGOS
Each and every Thursday – Restaurant announced each week – www.manzamigos.com - 6:00pm
Contact: Jack Akers manzamigos@gmail.com To join: Linda Breun lbgringa@gmail.com
NOVEMBER
November 1, 2 – Sunday & Monday - DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
An important Mexican holiday that merges Pre-Columbian beliefs and modern Catholocism. Europe’s All Saints’ Day and the Aztec worship of the dead contribute to these two days that honor Mexico’s dead.
Día de los Muertos - It sounds so mysterious, Mexico’s celebration for when dead relatives, both young and old, are allowed to return to the mortal world for two days to visit loved ones. Spirits coming down and walking among the living, sampling earthly treats and joining in the festival … it sounds like a merry version of our Halloween holiday.
But instead of scary goblins and blood curdling shrieks, the people in Mexico welcome the spirits of their families with the delicious smell of food in the air, tasty candies decorated like skulls, and lighted candles to guide them home again. Gravestones are decorated, and the whole family will gather in the graveyard to await and pay respects to the deceased.
November 4-5, Wednesday and Thursday - LIVE MUSIC WITH THE “MAREA ALTA” TRIO
Where: Viva Vino Jazz Club – “Where Everybody Knows
Your Name”
Next to Bigotes Restaurant on Blvd. Miguel de la Madrid
Time: 8:00pm – 11:00pm
Cover Charge: 40 pesos
Drink Special – Buy 2 and get 3rd free!
November 13 - Friday – ROBERT HILL - INAUGURAL EXHIBIT – Public Invited
Where: Schooner’s Restaurant, formerly Rosalba’s
Next to Pemex/OXXO in Santiago
(Dinner reservations for Tee’s fantastic cooking can be made
by calling 333 0488 –1:00pm-7:00pm)
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Everyone is invited to the inaugural showing of a large mural by Robert Hill. Robert has worked more than 3 months to complete it, and considers it to be one of his best works. Titled; “Adam and Eve’s Pool in the Garden of Eden”, it is painted as a triptych on 3 panels, measuring 8 ft. by 8ft. The work was commissioned by Ron Mc Connaughay and Rosy Rincon, and will hang above the circular staircase in the entrance to their beautiful home overlooking the bay at Club de Yates.
November 13-15 - Friday – Sunday - PATA’S NEW 3-DAY SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC
Volunteers: As many hands as possible – first BIG CAMPAIGN this winter season
Cooks for breakfast, lunch
Volunteer hours at the clinic
Provide house stays for vets
Help with laundry, etc,
Contact: info@PATAManzanillo.com (Renee)
November 13-15 - Friday – Sunday - 8TH ANNUAL MAESTROS DEL ARTE
Chapala Yacht Club
Friday & Saturday : 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
http://www.mexicoartshow.com/maestros.html
November 16 - Monday - MEXICAN REVOLUTION DAY (Official Date November 20)
This Mexican official holiday commemorates the Mexican Revolution of 1910.
For most of Mexico’s developing history, a small minority of the people were in control of most of the country’s power and wealth, while the majority of the population worked in poverty. As the rift between the poor and rich grew under the leadership of General Díaz, the political voice of the lower classes was also declining. Opposition of Díaz did surface, when Francisco I. Madero, educated in Europe and at the University of California, led a series of strikes throughout the country. (More info at http://www.mexonline.com/revolution.htm)
November 19-21 – Thursday – Friday – INTERNATIONAL SAILFISH TOURNAMENT
Contact: Guillermo Gomez Espinosa 314 331 1900 direccion@temanet.com.mx
Where: Fishing Club – Manzanillo Centro
November 26 - Thursday - THANKSGIVING DAY FOR U.S. CITIZENS
(Traditionally, the 4th Thursday in November)
November 29 – Sunday - PATA – 3RD ANNUAL DOG JOG 2009
Where: Around the Santiago Peninsula (Bringing a dog is NOT a requirement)
Time: 8:00 am
Pledges: You can gather pledges to raise money and walk/run to support the local animal welfare programs!
Contact: info@PATAManzanillo.com (Renee)
DECEMBER
December 4 - Friday - GALERIA LA MANZANILLA – ARTIST’S RECEPTION
Featuring: Edward Gilliam
Time: 4:00pm – 8:00pm (Refreshments will be served in the Courtyard)
Where: Galaria La Manzanilla, Calle Perula Sur #83, La Manzanilla
Contact: Galaria: 315-351-7099 or Silver Mangini: silvermx@mcn.org
http://www.artinmexico.com/
December 11 – Friday - 5TH ANNUAL ARA CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AND BAKE SALE
Where: Wal-Mart parking lot on the north side
Time: All day – OPEN NEXT DAY IF ITEMS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!!
Donations: “Gently used” items (toys, jewelry, household items – think RUMMAGE sale!
Bake sale need include cookies, dessert bars, breads, pies, cakes, and any other yummy stuff.
Contact: Debi Teter 334-3335 for donated items and ara.mzlo@yahoo.com for bakery goods
or go to www.ara-manzanillo.org.
Your donations help fund ARA’s FREE Sterilization Certificate Program that offers spaying and neutering to families in town who otherwise cannot afford it.
December 1 – 15 – ContemXarte Art Show
Who: Three contemporary Mexican artists: Luis Morales, Jorge Diaz and Josefina Barroso
Where: Camino Real Hotel
For Sale: Approximately 21 works of art will be shown with an average price $1000 - $3,000 USD
December 12 - Saturday - DIA DE NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE
The day of the Virgin of Guadalupe is celebrated with a feast honoring Mexico’s patron saint. Juan Diego was a young indigenous Indian walking toward the Hill of Tepeyac on December 12, 1531 when he was stopped by the appearance of the Virgin Mary. The Virgin Mary appearing to Juan Diego was a young woman with black hair and dark skin which looked more like an indigenous person. She ordered Juan Diego to go to the Bishop and ask him to build a church at the Hill of Tepeyac. Juan Diego then ran to the Bishop to tell him what the Virgin Mary had told him. The Bishop didn’t believe what this young man was telling him and decided to ignore the petition. (More information at http://www.mexonline.com/virginofguadalupe.htm)
December 13 – Sunday – MUJERES AMIGAS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY DANCE TO LIVE MUSIC!!!!!
Where: Condomino Pelicanos, 1203 Ave. Lazaro Cardenas, Las Brisas
Time: 6:30 pm
Tickets: At the door: $100 pesos – left-over money goes to benefit the old folks home
Dinner: Pot Luck – Please bring a dish to share and your choice of beverage
RSVP: lydiabevaart@yahoo.ca or call 334-0002
December 16 - Wednesday – THIRD ANNUAL AUCTION - ROTARY CLUB COSTALEGRE
Contact: Don and Teresa Merriman merriman.don@gmail.com
December 16 – January 6 - LAS POSADAS
Celebrates Joseph and Mary’s search for shelter in Bethlehem with candlelight processions that end at various nativity scenes. Las Posadas continues through January 6. The first thing to know about celebrating Christmas in Mexico is that most everybody takes off the last two weeks in December - to party, spend more time with the family, visit with old friends, even make new friends. One of the biggest fiestas of the year - in small towns, big cities, the beach resorts, everywhere - Christmas in Mexico is celebrated in a variety of ways. A common denominator is the posada, a recreation of Mary (on donkey) and Joseph searching for a “room at the inn.” Accompanying them is a choir of small children who knock on doors asking for lodging for the weary couple. By previous arrangement, there are no takers.
December 24 – Friday - CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY MANZAMIGOS & FRIENDS -
3:30 pm – All other details to follow.
NEEDED: Volunteers for 3 Wise Men and several Elves – Santa is standing by!
Anticipated number of children: 300 - Traditional Mexican Food
Drawing for prizes + Game prizes
Donations of games and toys needed
– Please, nothing requiring batteries (expensive to maintain)
Contact: Gerry Scakacs - gerry@mexicanbay.com
December 25 – Saturday - NAVIDAD – For all who celebrate Christmas
Official holiday.
December 31 - Sunday - NEW YEAR’S EVE – (Information on events to follow)
JANUARY 2010
January 1 - AÑO NUEVO - NEW YEAR’S DAY
Official Mexican holiday
January 6 - DIA DE LOS SANTOS REYES
In Mexico and many other Latin American countries, Santa Claus doesn’t hold the cachet that he does in the United States. Rather, it is the three wise men who are the bearers of gifts, who leave presents in or near the shoes of small children. This day culminates the Christmastime festivities.
January 8 - Friday - GALERIA LA MANZANILLA – ARTIST’S RECEPTION
Featuring: Efren Gonzales
Time: 4:00pm – 8:00pm (Refreshments will be served in the Courtyard)
Where: Galaria La Manzanilla, Calle Perula Sur #83, La Manzanilla
Contact: Galaria: 315-351-7099 or Silver Mangini: silvermx@mcn.org
January 17 - FEAST DAY OF SAN ANTONIO DE ABAD
A religious holiday during which the Catholic Church allows animals to enter the church for blessing.
January 21 - Saturday - A NIGHT AT THE IMPROV – SPANGLISH IMPOSITION!
Where: Manzanillo Country Club
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm – Happy Hour
7:00pm – Dinner
ENTERTAINMENT AFTER DINNER
Tickets: $350 pesos includes dinner and 2 glasses of wine or beer
Tickets available at any Thirsty Thursday night or call 334-7927
LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS – BUY EARLY
3rd week in January - MANZANILLO INTERNATIONAL FISHING TOURNEY
This tournament is held in Barra de Navidad - about 15 miles north of the international airport of Manzanillo. Prizes are awarded.
Date to be announced - MANZANILLO SAIL FISH CONTEST
World famous contest with International participants.
January 22 – Friday - 13th ANNUAL CASA HOGAR LOS ANGELITOS BENEFIT
“Changing Lives, One Child at a Time”
Place: Gran Pavilion on the Fair Grounds, Valle de las Garzas, Manzanillo
Time: 5:30 pm - Silent Auction begins
7:00 PM - Dinner, Live Auction and Program
Seven days – a WHOLE WEEK – In lovely Playa Grande condo,
Isla Navidad -
Overlooking the bay and watching for whales at A Vida del Mar condo
Enjoying the Colorado Rockies in a beautiful house in Breckenridge
An international wine tasting event with 16 of your friends
That’s not all, more items to be announced!
You will have the opportunity to learn about Casa Hogar los Angelitos—why it is unique how the children’s lives have changed and how you can help.
For tickets contact Marge Tyler-044 314 337 3175 or email her at maggiet19@earthlink.net>,
To donate items to the silent auction contact Liz Dillard—–lizbobby@ymail.com
For information or to volunteer contact Janice Morgan janicebmorgan@comcast.net
“This event helps provide funding for education, medical, special needs services and full-time daily care for 50-52 children ranging in age from 4 months to 17 years who currently live at Casa Hogar Los Angelitos.”
January 24 – Sunday - ANNUAL CASA HOGAR LOS ANGELITOS OPEN HOUSE
Location: 16 Privado Pedro Flores in Salagua, Manzanillo
Time: 4:00 pm
Program: 5:00-6:30 pm
Contact: 334-0878
For additional information please contact recepcion@casahogarlosangelitos.cm or info@chidrensfoundationinc.com
This is your opportunity to see all the changes and improvements at Casa Hogar Los Angelitos, meet the children and staff, learn more about the operation, goals and vision that makes this casa hogar so different from other casa hogars. There will be light refreshments and a very special program presented by the children of the casa hogar which will include music, dance and presentation of the quinceañeras.
FEBRUARY
February 2 - Tuesday — ANNUAL CASA HOGAR LOS ANGELITOS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Place: Isla de Navidad Golf Course
Barra de Navidad, Jalisco
Prizes include 8 free rounds of golf at Isla de Navidad!
For information contact Jack Babcock: jackbabcock@comcast.net
This tournament is being made possible through the generous support of
the management of Isla de Navidad.
February 2 - Monday - DIA DE LA CANDELARIA – or CANDLEMAS
A religious holiday that is celebrated with processions, dancing, bullfights in certain cities, and the blessing of the seeds and candles. The festivities are best seen in San Juan de los Lagos, Jalapa; Talpa de Allende, Jalisco; and Santa Maria del Tuxla, Oaxaca.
February 2 – Monday - DÍA DE LA CONSTITUCIÓN (Official date February 5)
