REVUE Magazine February 2018

Guatemala’s English-language Magazine February 2018 Year 26, No. 12 FREE

Friends & Lovers Tak’alik Ab’aj Lenten Season Begins

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1st PLACE by judges vote in the Revue Photo Contest: Friends & Lovers in Guatemala. “A New Beginning” Lake Atitlán, by Daniel Lopez Perez. Prize: Q200 and a Q500 Ganorsa Pet Care Package 6

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2nd PLACE by judges vote in the Revue Photo Contest: Friends & Lovers in Guatemala. “María, Estella, and Xela laugh together as they head home after work.” San Marcos La Laguna, Sololá, by Eric Mencher. Prize: Q100 and a Q500 Ganorsa Pet Care Package

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ON THE COVER :

From the Publishers

3rd PLACE by popular vote in the Revue Photo Contest: Friends & Lovers in Guatemala.

“Cásate conmigo / Marry me” Indian Nose, San Juan La Laguna, Atitlán, by Nehemias Sancoy

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his year Valentine’s Day is on the same day as Ash Wednesday, which leads us into Elizabeth Bell’s article, The Lenten Season Begins—starting the countdown to Holy Week. La Antigua Guatemala holds the largest Holy Week celebration in the world. You can find the agenda for February vigils and processions on page 13.

In the world of archaeology, Dr. Marion Popenoe de Hatch takes us on a mystical trip through time and space to the Olmec period and the site of Tak’alik Ab’aj. Moving forward Richard Wardell presents Bronze Casting, Preserving Colonial History and Style, noting the present-day artistic beauty in doorknobs, locks, knockers, hinges and wrought iron made by skilled artisans whose work is vital to the preservation of La Antigua Guatemala's colonial elegance.

In honor of Valentine's Day, Amalia Moreno-Damgaard serves up a Latin Culinary Romance, complete with a recipe for Salsa Criolla that compliments grilled meat, sausage or served with croutons.

Authoring Coin Collecting in Guatemala, Carlisle Johnson says that he's a coin collector, and in one way or another, we're all coin collectors. But did you know that Guatemala is a paradise for coin collectors of another sort? For enthusiasts, Banco Industrial's small but well-curated coin museum is just steps from Central Park in La Antigua.

John Ohe offers another look at coins, but this has to do with what you'll save or what it will cost you in his article U.S. Tax Reform Becomes Law. Ken Veronda is an aficionado of all the colors that can be spotted in Guatemala. This month he points out that international fashion designers, interior decorators, and paint manufacturers have included shades of Oceanside and seafoam within the "color of the year" 2018 palette.

And please don't forget Datebook, it's jam-packed with events going on throughout the month of February.

That's it for us folks. We wish you all a very Happy Valentine's Day via the photo contest, "Friends and Lovers in Guatemala." revuemag.com

— John & Terry Kovick Biskovich

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Guatemala’s English-language Magazine REVUEmag.com • consultas@revuemag.com Publishers/Editors John & Terry Kovick Biskovich Associate Editor Matt Bokor General Manager José Caal Photography César Tián, Luis Toribio Graphic Designer Hadazul Cruz Webmaster / Social Media JB Contributing Photographers Nelo Mijangos, Willy Posadas Production Director Mercedes Mejicanos Administrative Assistant María Solís Systems Luis Juárez Distribution César Tián, Luis Toribio Maintenance Silvia Gómez Sales Representatives Ivonne Pérez, César Tián, Denni Marsh, Fernando Rodas, Luis Toribio, Lena Johannessen, José Pablo Visquerra Printed by PRINT STUDIO Publishing Company producciones publicitarias Estrella antigua, S.A.

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SECTIONS DateBook: FEBRUARY Health Services Travel Marketplace Real Estate

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REGIONS Guatemala City La Antigua Lake Atitlán Pacific Coast El Petén Tecpán Quetzaltenango Río Dulce

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From the Publishers MAP: La Antigua MAP: Lake Atitlán Vet Q & A Advertiser Index

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datebook highlights

Agenda of events

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guatemala insight

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Lent Activities during February

by Amalia Moreno-Damgaard

The Lenten Season Begins

A Latin Culinary Romance

starting the countdown to Holy Week and the largest celebration in the world in La Antigua Guatemala.

Regional cuisines with distinct differences -- with recipe for Creole Sauce

archaeology

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Tak’alik Ab’aj - A Look Back Through Time and Space

Oceanside? This year’s new color?

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Today the ruins slumber in higher dimensions.

artisanal

by Richard Wardell

Sensous guatemala

by Ken Veronda

by Dr. Marion Popenoe de Hatch photos: Kerstin Sabene

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Amalia’s kitchen

by Elizabeth Bell

numismatology

by Carlisle Johnson

Coin Collecting in Guatemala 76

Hola expat

Bronze Casting

by John Ohe

Preserving Colonial History and Style

U.S. Tax Reform Becomes Law

PHOTO CONTEST: “Friends & Lovers in Guatemala” All of the Feb. entrants can be seen at REVUEmag.com Here are the winners: Cover Nehemías Sancoy • 6 Daniel López Pérez • 8 Eric Mencher • 40 Paola Hernández • 44 Irene Valle • 96 Stacy Able 12 12

PHOTO CONTEST FOR MARCH “Semana Santa in Guatemala” see pg. 30

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Santa Catarina Bobadilla Procession, by Jorge Ordoñez

Guatemala Insight

by Elizabeth Bell

author/historian

The Lenten Season Begins

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ent begins this month on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 14, starting the countdown to Holy Week and the largest celebration in the world in La Antigua Guatemala! Yes, we outdid Seville, Spain a few years ago.

The most exciting velaciones (holy vigils) and processions this month are from Santa Catarina Bobadilla and Santa Inés, both located on the outskirts of this magical city.

Indeed, nothing seems to be more important for Antigüeños than creating the incredible decorations for these religious celebrations, which date back to colonial times but have acquired a new air of their own.

With such a packed schedule— more than 60 activities during a 40day period—Lenten observances actually start the Saturday before Lent begins with the first velación at Santa Catarina Bobadilla. The church will be decorated with elaborate displays honoring the Virgin Mary that will be in the procession on Feb. 18. Each year is a surprise because the design is kept top secret so everyone will be thrilled when they see it!

The velación represents the Garden of Gethsemane, which Jesus visited before being sentenced and crucified. The best time to visit is early in the morning—or you may battle the crowds later in the day, as it will be packed by 5 p.m. and stays open until after 9 p.m. The food in front of the church is also part of the folklore.

The following velación is for the 1650 Christ figure on the First Friday of Lent (Feb. 16) at San José Cathedral and for the Christ figure at Santa Catarina Bobadilla on the same day. The hermandad (brotherhood/sisterhood) at Santa Inés del Monte Pulicano also sponsors a velación on the Second Friday (Feb. 23). The dyed sawdust carpets made

Holy Vigil from Sata Inés, by Mercedes Mejicanos

Santa Catarina Bobadilla Procession, by Jorge Ordoñez

in all of these are exquisite.

The finest sawdust carpets for the processions are always found a few hours before each departs in the neighborhood of the church – Sunday, Feb. 18, at Santa Catarina Bobadilla and Sunday, Feb. 25, at Santa Inés.

Thousands of carriers sign up in advance to carry the wooden figures of Christ, the Virgin Mary, Mary Magdalene and St. John around the streets of Antigua.

If a procession is going to pass by your house or business, it is customary to invite friends and family to prepare a carpet on the street in front of your place with flowers, fruits and vegetables and dyed sawdust.

While some designs are created months in advance, many are fashioned on the spot. All carpets are of equal importance.

Virgin Mary from Santa Catarina Bobadilla, by Jorge Ordoñez

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Santa Catarina Bobadilla Procession, by Jorge Ordoñez.

The oldest processions date back to the 1500s with the cofradías and guilds. When the capital was moved to present-day Guatemala City in 1773, those religious figures were moved then too. However, Antigua was not procession-free for long—the city resumed Lenten processions in 1808 and has embraced them ever since. The number of Guatemalan-composed funeral marches played by the bands behind the wooden figures has also increased.

For more information, my book, “Lent and Holy Week / Cuaresma y Semana Santa La Antigua Guatemala,” was recently updated (2017) and is available locally and on amazon.com.

We remind guests not to carry any valuables to these activities because among the thousands of visitors are also some expert pickpockets. Stay tuned to Revue’s March issue for more information about Lent and Holy Week.

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Jesús Nazarene, from Santa Inés,

by Mercedes Mejicanos Santa Catarina Bobadilla Procession, by Jorge Ordoñez.

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A Look Back Through Time and Space

Tak’alik Ab’aj

by Dr. Marion Popenoe de Hatch photos: Kerstin Sabene

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n the beginning, so long ago it no longer can be remembered, all was peaceful. There was abundant space to gather food and hunt, goods were traded fairly, air and water were pure, children could run and shout and explore. But one day signs appeared in the neighboring valley that indicated “No Trespassing.” Soon the fertile hill just beyond had a warning, “Violators will be Prosecuted.” And finally, a new sign announced, “Private Property, Keep Out.” This was a time when the harvest had to be supplemented by cultivating the earth and planting seeds. For this, the area had to be protected, lawyers had to settle the disputes, towns had to be organized, committees to be appointed. That was the day a group of Maya farmers climbed the mountain, seeking unoccupied space to cultivate plots of maize, cacao groves and wild cotton and to hunt for high forest game in this rugged land surrounded with deep barrancas where only one section could be crossed and guarded. So it was, that on this day, some 3,000 years ago, they left the coastline shores, struggled through the forests and found the perfect area to settle on the Pacific Coast, on the slopes of the mountains flanking the Ocosito River. This place is called Tak’alik Ab’aj.

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left: Stately row of sculptures dating to the Preclassic at Structure 12 right: Stone sculptures line the front of Structure 12

Some 3,000 years ago, they left the coastline shores, struggled through the forests and found the perfect area to settle.

Today the ruins slumber in higher dimensions, the silence broken by rustling leaves that whisper of unwritten histories. Nebulous shadows call from an extinguished creation, distant voices enter in evanescent shreds that ascend above the high forest and dissolve in the sky where celestial bodies revolve

Olmec-style sculpture showing a figure emerging from the mouth of a jaguar. bottom right: Structure 11

in cycles of time without cease, while life below recreates anew. Archaeology seeks these unknown worlds, discovering carefully, thoughtfully, patiently, revealing the paradox that time is eternal, yet it finishes.

As in earlier times, the traveler enters the site, his footsteps muffled by the sodden forest floor, eroded and worn from repeated use and damp from the morning rain.

He passes Structure 12 with its stately row of sculpted images, their expressions frozen in ancestral time. They beckon from the site, a grinning alligator, an amorphous amphibian, a corpulent toad, water-loving images of nature that accompanied the first settlers arriving from the coastal shores.

Moving forward into the past in this space/time journey, the traveler encounters the Olmec period, the sculpted leaders presented in celestial jaguar attire or emerging from monster jaws. Proceeding farther in space in the archaeological past at the site, the traveler observes a Maya serpent uncoil on Stela 13. Not far distant, on Altar 48, a king is carried by a turtle swimming in the vast waves of the universe, as the traveler is carried toward new horizons back in space/time.

The traveler passes an observatory that once allowed curious eyes to study the star-dotted vault at night. At dawn Stela 5 representing passage of power from one ruler to the next

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Stela 5 representing passage of power from one ruler to the next

another platform (Alter 46) exposed the rising sun at solstice, while nearby a shadow-stick silently marked the hours and days of eternity. Here the early astronomers followed the patterns of the celestial cycles, recording day counts to predict the rains, forever counting the days and hours and years, tracking time of lifetimes, recording histories and passing events.

Here began the Maya group who settled on the mountain slopes, they leveled the terrain to form terraces to sustain and build the community. The administration was placed at the center, to manage the members, to organize the production and harvest maize, cacao, and fruit trees. The trade connected the Highlands and the coast through intricate networks for, politically and economically, the center regulated the area through commerce along the coastal route with detours to strategic markets placed at high mountain 20

Stone sculpture in the form of a crocodilian head.

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In the initial stages at Tak’alik Ab’aj, the Olmec managed the trade, a group associated with a divine jaguar that gave inspiration to its worshippers. Vestiges of monumental creatures are scattered about the ruins of the site. Some centuries later, about 500 B.C., the Maya celestial serpent, superior to the jaguar in knowledge, took control and a new regime was born.

In time the Olmec monuments eroded under the rains while Maya sculptures announced the more advanced developments.

Another radical change ensued in the history of Tak’alik Ab’aj, around 100 A.D. The celestial serpent

weakened and the jaguar, aided by the sun, returned to the people. Stela 5, in front of Structure 12, announces the shift of power at the site; soon afterward production and trade increased and the center flourished.

However, its prosperity was interrupted, about 1,000 A.D., by the violent conquest by highland groups.

The end was sudden and the site was abandoned.

Where the residents fled is not known, although there are clues that they headed northeast, toward the high Cuchumatanes Mountains.

The reports are silent regarding the final space/time dimension of Tak’alik Ab’aj. The traveler today can find a place behind Structure 12, where one can sit next to the great toad. This reptilian monument rests, looking up to the sky as he has for 3,000 years, silently, patiently. He is the product of space/time and from these depths he can tell you of many things. If you sit quietly, unhurriedly, and listen and wait, you will hear The great toad gazing skyward

no words but gradually, imperceptibly, he will impart to you his wisdom.

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When removed, the sand retains the impression of the prototype and thus produces the mold into which molten brass is poured. The model can be inserted many times into the frame, and connected with a sprue, a channel made so that the flow of molten metal can reach all the individual molds. In this way many small items may be cast with a single pour.

After use the sand is broken down to a fine state and reused. Mr. Rodríguez told me his sand has seen use for many years.

The hot bronze is tipped from the crucible into the opening of the mold.

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he fact that UNESCO designation helps support trades adds immeasurably to the charm and feeling of authenticity found in La Antigua Guatemala by creating a living museum rather than a set piece. There is artistic beauty in the doorknobs, locks, knockers, hinges and wrought iron made by skilled artisans whose work is vital to the preservation of Antigua’s colonial style.

Alex Rodríguez and his sons are one such family, filling architectural and artistic needs through their workshop, La Union, Talleres Bronces, which engages in bronze casting, using sand molds. My friend, Harvey Pengelly, and I were recently invited to view and document a project at Mr. Rodríguez’s foundry.

To start the process, a special casting sand is mixed with water and other earth elements to form a soft, pliable material similar to wet beach sand. This is packed into steel frames, into which is inserted a model, a full-size prototype that will be reused many times.

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The brass is heated to approximately 1,000 degrees C, in a ceramic vessel, a crucible, that is set into the concrete floor onto a burner fueled by propane and an air blower.

With this simple technology many beautiful objects can be made, and in this pour, door bosses and sign lettering were being produced.

The crucible, once heated, is removed with a giant pair of tongs, The furnace is set into the concrete floor.

When the metal reaches 1000 C, the crucible is lifted out with giant tongs.

Here the men are lifting the 120 lbs. of molten bronze out of the furnace.

set down into an iron hoop attached to a pair of long handles of iron, and picked up with this cradle. One end of this cradle has a set of handles like bicycle handlebars, which are used to tilt the crucible and control the flow of molten bronze into the sand molds. The molds are lined up so that they can be reached efficiently, and the 120 pounds of bronze smelted in the crucible takes perhaps 15 minutes to pour.

Here are some of the molds being pre heated for the pour.

You can see many impressions in each frame, in order to utilize materials most efficiently.

The molds cool for a few hours and then they are opened.

The finished castings need to be cleaned up of flash, edges developed in the parting line, and then polished to the luster we associate with bronze cast work. The broken castings are pushed through sieves to capture trace bronze, and the clean sand returned to the pile for the next pour.

Mr. Rodríguez works with his sons, Jean Pablo and Venencio, and with his nephew, Carlos Ernesto Azurdia. A family business to be sure. The passing on of family tradecraft helps ensure the ongoing wellbeing of the business. They produce many plaques, signs, lettering and door hardware, as well as fine art pieces at the workshop. Last month the workshop was moved to Panorama, Sector D, No. 3 where the family will continue the traditions and the business of smelting and casting bronze.

The crucible, glowing with heat, is set into the cradle with the tongs.

After cooling the sand casts are opened and the items removed from the molds. The pieces are cut apart cleaned up and polished to the bright luster we associate with bronze.

All filings and off cut pieces are saved and are used for the next project.

The next time you stroll down the streets of Antigua, stop and look closely at that lantern, sign, or ironwork grill. UNESCO’s effort to preserve the world’s cul-tural heritage comes with an important side benefit—it also supports 21st-century skilled craftsmen.

After the first pass the men go back and top up the pour to ensure proper penetration of the bronze into the mold. They are then left to cool for several hours.

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DateBook FEBRUARY 2018

guide to culture and upcoming events

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Thurs., through Feb. 24, M-F 10am-1pm, & 2-6pm; Sat.-Sun. 11am-5pm ART Talento Crudo (Raw Talent) Explore the new generation of talent in visual arts: painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, tapestry, installations and more. Centro Cultural El Sitio, 5a calle poniente #15, La Antigua

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Thurs., 9am-6pm XLIV NATIONAL ORCHIDS EXPOSITION Naturaleza Deslumbrante.

Through Sun., Feb. 4. Salón social José Mariano Arzú Castillo, 3a av. 17-16, Finca El Zapote, z. 2, Guatemala City

Wed., 2pm matinee & 7pm evening performance ANTIGUA’S GOT TALENT ~ A Variety Show. Enjoy music, skits, dance, comedy plus fun raffle prizes, cash bar & food avail. Tickets, Q150p/p. Pre-event ticket sales advised, ON SALE in La Antigua, Cafe Teatro at El Sitio, 5a calle poniente #15; Doña Luisa Xicotencatl, 4a calle oriente #12; Cafe Condesa, inside La Casa del Conde (west side of the Central Park. VENUE El Centro Cultural El Sitio, 5a calle poniente #12, La Antigua

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Thurs., 7:45pm (French, subtitles in Spanish) FILM Respira (Respire) (France, 2014) Free. Jardín de la Alianza Francesa de Guatemala (tel: 2207-5757), 5a calle 10-55, z. 13, Finca la Aurora, Guatemala

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Sat., 7pm OPEN HOUSE & PARTY Open invitation to visit Alianza Francesa, about our learning and cultural program. Alianza Francesa (tel: 7832-0804), 2a av. sur #25, La Antigua

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Sat., 11:55am OPERA FOR ALL L’ Elisir d’ Amore, The Metropolitan Opera HD Live. Q160.

Teatro Dick Smith, IGA (tel: 2422-5555), Ruta 1 4-054, z. 4, Guatemala City

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Tues. 5:30pm (English) Mayan Dances by Nuevo Amanecer/ New Dawn, a local charity dedicated to helping more than 30 indigenous children in San Andres Itzapa. Its vision is to facilitate self-sufficiency within low income families by empowering the quality of their lives through education. They also seek to preserve and strengthen the cultural identity of the indigenous Maya people such as the language and dances, which are currently being lost at an alarming rate. Donation Q25, all which goes directly to the presenting NGO. Info. & reservations, tel: 7832-1919. Rainbow Café, 7a av. sur #8, La Antigua

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Fri,, 6pm-7:30pm COOKING WORKSHOP Crepas por el día de la Candelaria (Crêpes de la Chandeleur). Learn how to cook the authentic crêpes. Tasting and coffee at the end of the class. Q30. Alianza Francesa (tel: 78320804), 2a av. sur #25, La Antigua

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Thurs., 4pm (Spanish) CONFERENCE La Restauración de la Catedral de La Antigua Guatemala tras el Terremoto de 1976 by Rodolfo Asturias. Q30/Q15 for students with carnet & tourist guides. Casa Popenoe, 6a calle oriente #16, La Antigua

Sat., 11am-2pm DEMOCRATS ABROAD HOST VOTER REGISTRATION and updating the Federal Post Card Application for all oversees voters. (Additional dates in Guatemala City, also Lake Atitlán, Santiago Atitlán, Sun.Feb 18, 2-4pm, Posada de Santiago; Panajachel, Sat., Feb 24, 1-4pm, Solomon’s Porch.) Enlaces, 6a Av. norte #1, La Antigua

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Sat., 8pm, 9am-4pm RELIGIOUS ARTIFACTS EXHIBIT, WORKSHOP AND SACRED MUSIC CONCERTS YO SOY EdeC This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the Hermandad de la Escuela de Cristo, its history, its heritage and more. Also, workshops pertaining to the Lenten Season, including flower arrangements, sawdust carpet making, the art of carving and much more. Sacred music (marchas) and contrabass. The exhibit is open through March 25. Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, across from Central Park, La Antigua

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Tues., 5:30pm (English) TALK Creating Opportunities for Guatemalans is an educational support NGO located in San Antonio Aguas Calientes. In addition to finding sponsorship for local children living below the poverty line, we run a 5-day/week after-school support program for our sponsored children to supervise their homework and to ensure that they are understanding/learning the lessons. We also teach English, provide math tutoring and a reading program as well as a soccer program. We have just started a preschool, and during the term break grades 1, 2 and 3 attend our reinforcement program to prepare for the upcoming year.

Our basico students volunteer daily to assist the two teachers who conduct these programs. Donation Q25, all which goes directly to the presenting NGO. Info. & reservations, tel: 7832-1919. Rainbow Café, 7a av. sur #8, La Antigua

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Wed., 5pm ART recent work by John Maxon. See highlight on pg.

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Fri., 8am-12am HOLY VIGIL from Santa Catalina Bobadilla (see page 14), La Antigua jorge ordoñez

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Sun., 11am FIRST PROCESSION OF LENT Begins in Santa Catalina Bobadilla then through the streets of La Antigua. Returns the temple around 11pm. La Antigua

Wed., 6pm (English) SLIDE SHOW Antigua: Behind the Walls with Elizabeth Bell. Enjoy a onehour presentation with vintage and contemporary photographs collected over the past 40 years, accompanied by Elizabeth Bell’s expert narration. Q50 p/p. Questions encouraged.

Autographed books available. Hotel Sor Juana, 4a calle oriente #45, La Antigua

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Thurs., 7pm (French, subtitles in Spanish) FILM No es mi Tipo

by Lucas Belyaux. A Saint Valentines special. Free. Alianza Francesa (tel: 78320804), 2a av. sur #25, La Antigua

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Fri., 8am-12am HOLY VIGIL from Santa Inés del Monte Pulciano church, La Antigua

Sat., 11:25am OPERA FOR ALL La Boheme, The Metropolitan Opera HD Live. Q160. Teatro Dick Smith, IGA (tel: 2422-5555), Ruta 1 4-054, z. 4, Guatemala City

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Sat., 7pm MUSIC Classic guitar recital by Oswaldo Sac. Q20, includes a glass of wine. Valentines Special, 2 attendees for Q30. Alianza Francesa (tel: 7832-0804), 2a av. sur #25, La Antigua Sun., 1pm SECOND PROCESSION OF LENT Begins at Santa Inés del Monte Pulciano church then through the streets of La Antigua. Returns the temple around 11pm, La Antigua

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Wed., 6:30pm PUPPET SHOW XI Festival Internacional de Títeres Titiritlán 2018, Un Recién Nacido en la Casa del Diablo presented by Gigio Brunello. Instituto Italiano de Cultura, 16 calle 2-55, z. 10, Guatemala City

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Wed., 6:30pm ART Febrero.2009 Agosto.2016 by Andrés Bonifasi. Galería del Centro, 5a av.

12-38, z. 1, Guatemala City

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Wed., 7:30pm ART Breviario de Cosas Ocultas Live music and foodtrucks. Jardín de la Alianza Francesa de Guatemala (tel: 2207-5757), 5a calle 10-55, z. 13, Finca la Aurora, Guatemala

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Sat. ART El Color de Guatemala by Ana María de Rademann. Through April 1. Sala Marco Augusto Quiroa, Hotel Museo Casa Santo Domingo, 3a calle oriente #28, La Antigua mercedes mejicanos

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Note El Color de Guatemala runs through Feb. 13. Galería del Centro, Fundación G&T Continental, 5a av. 12-38, z. 1, Centro Histórico, Guatemala City

Tues., 5:30pm (English) TALK Life in Guatemala: Brief History and Current Conditions by Sue Patterson, a retired U.S. Foreign Service officer who now lives in La Antigua Guatemala. She is a former U.S. Consul General (Guatemala) and has served in Chile, Iran and Italy. She is also the founder of WINGS, a non-profit dedicated to reproductive health and family planning. Sue is the recipient of numerous awards for her work, most recently the 2003 Sargent Shriver Award for Outstanding Humanitarian Service from the National Peace Corps Association of America. Donation Q25, all which goes directly to the presenting NGO. Info. & reservations, tel: 7832-1919. Rainbow Café, 7a av. sur #8, La Antigua

Please submit your DATEBOOK entry for the March 2018 edition by Feb. 10 You can also view DATEBOOK online TheAntiguaGuide.com/calendar

Democrats Abroad Host Voter Registration: Dates and Locations DAGT is hosting Voter Registration and updating the Federal Post Card Application for all oversees voters on the following dates: 27 January 11:00am - 2:00pm 24 February 1:00am - 4:00pm 18 February 2:00pm - 4:00pm 17 February11:00am - 2:00pm Panajachel, Solomon’s Porch Santiago Atitlán, Posada de Santiago 10 March 11:00am - 2:00pm La Antigua, 6a Avenida Norte #1, ENLACES Additional dates in Guatemala City - This is non-partisan registration 26

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Exhibiting this month John Maxon

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his well-known California landscape artist’s first time out of the U.S. was five years ago. Upon arrival in Guatemala, the explosion of color and the richness and depth of the people he saw impacted his palette and his style. For the first time in over 50 years of painting, he began adding people to the canvas. While his expressionist style bleeds through the landscapes, now it is the people who catch the eye and charm.

John Maxon was born in Wyoming and grew up and studied in California, returning to the open expansiveness of Wyoming every summer of his childhood. When in college at San Jose State University, he was influenced by a whole school of painters that created the artistic San Francisco scene of the late 60s and early 70s. In graduate school at the University of California-Davis, he was exposed to many highly successful artists like Roy DeForest, Wayne Thiebaud and William T. Wiley, all of whom made him aware of the degree of discipline, dedication and strength required to make painting a career.

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Represented by fine galleries in California and Arizona, Maxon is attracted by the intimate gallery space of Panza Verde. His January 2013 Panza Verde show was all expressionistic landscapes, small watercolor studies of the mountains, volcanos and fields with their larger counterparts in oil. While landscapes are where he starts, this year, the vibrant colors come alive as people emerge out of them. When John is in Guatemala, his studio is on the Art in the Americas tour.

To see more of his work, visit: www.johnmaxon.com Opening Night February 21, 5pm GalerĂ­a Panza Verde 5a av. sur #19, La Antigua

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MON-FRI 9:00 to 17:00 SAT 9:00 to 13:00 - Closed Sunday 6 Calle final, zona 10 Universidad Francisco Marroquín Guatemala City Tels: (502) 2338-7836, 2338-7896

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I define friendship as a bond that transcends all barriers.

When you are ready to expect anything and everything from friends, good, bad or ugly... that’s what I call true friendship.

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La Cueva de Panza Verde

tels: 7955-8282, 7832-2925 5a av. sur #19, La Antigua

Enjoy a wonderful dinner with the charm of live music in our cozy setting, with a grand piano that is graced nightly by our favorite musicians from around the world. Music from 8pm to 10:00pm with an additional cover of Q35 per person.

Wednesdays — Maf É Tulá, acoustic guitar and vocals Thursdays — Nelson Lunding, Piano and vocals Fridays — Trio Latino (Piano, congas, flute) Saturdays — Ramiro Jiménez, acoustic guitar and vocals

Los Tres Tiempos

Tel: 7832-5161 5a av norte. #31, La Antigua

Thursdays — 8pm: Live music

Trova Jazz

tel: 2334-1241, Via 6, 3-55, zona 4, Guatemala City

Friday Concerts — Call for schedule: Live music Thursdays through Saturdays.

Nelson Lunding gigs in Feb Wednesdays, 8-10pm - La Biblioteca, 1a av. sur #3, between 4a & 5a calle Thursdays, 8-10pm – Mesón Panza Verde (grand piano), 5a av. sur #19 Fridays, 8-10:30pm – La Esquina del Jazz Café w/ Willy Gómez (drums),4a calle oriente (corner), La Antigua

Del Arco Restaurant

tel: 7832-3610 5a av. norte #20, La Antigua

Saturdays, 7-10pm — Grupo Friends Sundays, 1-4pm — Marimba

La Guajirita

tel: 7832-7374 Calle de los Nazarenos #4B, La Antigua

Wednesdays — 7:30pm: Traditional Cuban music: Boleros, Cha Cha, Rumba and Trova Grupo Duo La Clave

Rattle ‘N Hum

4a avenida 16-11, zona 10, Guatemala City

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Rainbow Café

tel: 7832-1919 7a av. sur #8, La Antigua

Free Live Music Nightly from 8:00pm Mondays, 8:00pm — Different Guest Musicians.

Tuesdays, 8:00pm — Different Guest Musicians.

Wednesdays, 8:00pm — Open Mic Night!

Hosted by The Blue Roots. Come along and show your skills and get a free tequila shot!

Thursdays, 8:00pm — Different Guest artists Fridays, 8:00pm — Don Ramiro, Trova Cubana by the bonfire Saturdays, 8:00pm Gravity: Reggae and more, Latino sounds. Don’t miss it!

Sundays, 7:30pm Different Guest artists

Cerro San Cristóbal

Las Palmas — tel: 7832-9734

6a av. norte #14, La Antigua

Sundays, Mondays & Tuesdays, 7:30 — La Sociedad Secreta, classic rock Thursdays, 8:30 — Salsa Class with live salsa music by Salsa y Algo Más Fridays & Saturdays, 9:30pm — Live Salsa and more with Grupo Los Friends

Tel: 5941-8145 San Cristóbal El Alto, La Antigua

Saturdays & Sundays, 1-3pm — Live Music (shuttle service available at Nim Po’t)

Caoba Farms

Tel: 7832-9201 5a av sur final, La Antigua

El Establo

Tels: 2363-4486, 4206-9554 14 calle 5-08, zona 10, Guatemala City

Wednesdays, 9:15 pm — One Man Band: Simply the best “old school” rock music in English with Q35 Zacapa drinks.

Thursdays, 9:30 pm — Los Que Somos: best live rock, pop, get-up ‘n’ dance music (English/Spanish) in the city, with Q35 Specialty Cocktails.

Fridays, 9:30pm —Awesome compilation of “then & now” to get you singing and dancing all night long. Q35 Absolut drinks.

Saturdays, 9:30pm — Los Lagartos Ensemble: Dance, sing and experience an unbeatable atmosphere. Don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes. Q35 Specialty cocktails.

Free parking before 5pm

Saturdays during the Farmer’s Market — 9am-3pm Guest Musicians

Arrin Cuan

tel: 2238-0242 5a av. 3-27, zona 1, Guatemala City

Daily — Live marimba music

tel: 7832-0831 Casa #2, Callejón Concepción 6, La Antigua

Sundays — Live marimba music

Sabores de mi Tierra

Tel: 7725-0711 Pastores, 3K north of Antigua

Saturdays at noon — Live Music

Kape Paulinos

tel: 7840-3806 Km 87.5 Carretera Interamericana, Tecpán

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The Great Gatsby Gala

he Great Gatsby Gala will be a night filled with entertainment, food, flowing champagne and fun as the CasaSito Association takes you back to the roaring 1920s. This unique gala will take place on Sat., March 10, 6:30-11:30 p.m. at La Escalonia, 5 avenida sur final #36-C, La Antigua Guatemala. Guests are invited to dress for the occasion, whether as a flapper or other 1920s vintage attire, as prizes will be awarded for best dressed.

throughout the month ART Panorama Matizado/Nuanced Panorama with the latest works by Guatemalan artist Sergio Alvarado. Open through Feb. 13. La Antigua Galería de Arte, 5a av. norte #29, La Antigua

This event is a fundraiser for CasaSito’s Youth Development, which provides partial scholarships, personal development workshops, psycho-social support and extracurricular activities.

Since opening in 2004, CasaSito has served young people in over 50 Guatemalan communities by expanding academic, professional and personal opportunities to break the cycle of poverty.

Working with youth in the departments of Sacatepéquez, Alta Verapaz and Quiché, CasaSito has helped over 238 students graduate middle school, high school and university, achieving a 98 percent retention rate among scholars in 2017.

As the Youth Development Program continues to grow, CasaSito is looking to raise funds to open a recreation center and wants to expand its activities to surrounding communities. There is a brighter future for Guatemalans and by giving them the tools, they can become the change-makers within their communities.

Tickets to the Great Gatsby Gala are Q380 per person and can be purchased at La Escalonia or by calling 7832-0829, 4645-8552, 5820-6644. Tickets are limited, so don’t wait! For more information, email info@casasito.org.

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ART Pinturas por Naturaleza 2018

by Robin Schiele, organized by Defensores de la Naturaleza and Fundación G&T Continental. Through Feb. 27.

Galería Guatemala, 6a av. 9-08, z. 9, Vestíbulo Fundación G&T Continental, Guatemala City

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Café Bar Meals Drinks

Books & Exhibitions • Live Music Thur-Sat Vía 6, 3-55, Z. 4, Guatemala City Resv: 2334-1241

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Sometimes being a friend means mastering the art of timing.

There is a time for silence. A time to let go and allow people to hurl themselves into their own destiny. And a time to prepare to pick up the pieces when it’s all over. —Octavia Butler Entry in the Revue Photo Contest: Friends & Lovers.

“Amistad pura como el agua / Friendship as pure as water” Biótopo del Quetzal, Salamá, Baja Verapaz by Julio De la Cruz

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ALTUNA A “Classic” in the center of Guatemala City & in Zone 10

Specializing in Spanish and Basque Cuisine, Seafood and Paella 5a av. 12-31, Zona 1 Tels: 2251-7185, 2253-6743 10 calle 0-45, Zona 10 PBX: 2201-2323 www.restaurantealtuna.com

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THROUGHOUT THE MONTH FARMERS MARKET Saturdays 9am-3pm enjoy fun activities for the whole family incl. live music, local producers, great food, craft beers, natural drinks and much more! Free hourly shuttle service to the farm/Antigua, 10am-3pm, pick up on the corner of 4a av. & 5a calle, corner of Cathedral. La Antigua (For more info., incl. tours and volunteer opportunities, visit theantiguaguide.com/caoba-farms/) Book Alert & Readings Falling Water, a collection of stories for travelers

by David Mohrmann. “Travel is a journey through alternate realities, where borders blur and our experience depends on how we define it.

FALLING WATER contains dreamlike scenarios with complex characters. There are engaging storylines, mystical encounters, and an absence of clear conclusions. As with dreams, the significance of these stories is not in the destinations, but in who you are as you approach the journey.” — Will Phillips, author of “Every Dreamer’s Handbook” Readings: Feb. 3, 6pm La Galería, Panajachel: Feb. 23, 3pm, Posada Santiago, Santiago Atitlán; March 6, 5:30pm, Rainbow Café, La Antigua MARKET TOUR First Thursday of every month (English) Meet up at 9:30am in front of the post office (Calz. Santa Lucía, corner of 4a calle poniente), to join Chrissy Methmann for a tour of the Municipal Market. Info. and reservations, charlychrissy@gmail.com La Antigua

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DOCUMENTARY (English) Thursdays, 5-6pm WINGS presents Blessed Fruit of the Womb: The Fight for Reproductive Rights in Guatemala.

Free. The Bagel Barn, 5a calle poniente #2, La Antigua

WORKSHOP Art & History with Carin Steen, Wednesdays, 10am-12:30pm, San Bartolomé Becerra, La Antigua. Q90 per workshop. To sign up, get directions or any questions, contact carinsteen@ yahoo.com or message via www.facebook.com/carin.steen.artist/

TOURS for Art Enthusiasts and Collectors La Antigua, explore the unique and rich art scene by visiting several studios of established and emerging artists in and around Antigua. Four-hour tours or personalized to your preference, weekdays only. Also, Art Tours to Guatemala City to leading contemporary art galleries to explore cutting-edge Latin American art. Call Estela Johnston: (502) 4149-4663 or artintheamericas@gmail.com ANTIGUA BRIDGE CLUBS Bridge lessons also available Contacts for more info — antiguabridgeclubs@gmail.com Tel: (International-011) 502-3066-9691 www.antiguabridgeclubs.wixsite.com/ guatemala

plan ahead 2018 The Great Gatsby Gala Sat., March 10, 6:30-11:30pm Enjoy a night filled with entertainment, food, flowing champagne and fun as the CasaSito Association takes you back to the roaring 1920s.

This event is a fundraiser for CasaSito’s Youth Development, Details, email info@ casasito.org. See highlight on pg. 34. La Escalonia, 5 av. sur final #36-C, La Antigua

Creatures from a Magical World Art Expo & Sale Sat., March 24, 5pm featuring work by Desiree Iturbide, proceeds benefit Niños de Guatemala. The Good Hotel, Calle del Hermano Pedro #12, La Antigua

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Saturday February 17 - Arte Naif Paining workshop day Sunday February 18 - Weaving workshop day Come learn about Comalapan Culture with us!

San Juan Comalapa is known internationally for its amazing painters and weavers. Learn about the style of art created in Comalapa called Arte Naif (Naive Art), which values the beauty of daily Mayan life. Andrés Curruchich propelled the Arte Naif movement forward and after his death. His apprentice Oscar Peren filled his shoes. Oscar has been painting since he was 15 and his famous Chicken Bus paintings have been exhibited in galleries all over the world, including Boston, Washington D.C., Sweeden and Japan.

The women weavers of Comalapa continue traditional waving techniques that have been passed down for generations. Try your hand at both backstrap weaving and wooden loom weaving! CONTACT INFO: Tel: 4004-9139, email: robin@lwhome.org Transportation to and from Antigua is Included! Come for one day or both.

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3rd PLACE by judges vote in the Revue Photo Contest: Friends & Lovers in Guatemala.

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Calz. Santa Lucía Sur #7, La Antigua Guatemala

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General Dentistry Maxillofacial Surgery Dental Implants Oral Rehabilitation TMJ Therapy Jaw Surgery Teeth Whitening Orthodontics Tel: 7832-6002 info@maxillofacialcentre.com

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Dr. Luis RamĂ­rez, DDS, OMS, is a specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, dental implants, and oral rehabilitation.

Maxillofacial Centre is the ONLY ONE with 3D Dental Tomography and CAD/CAM Dental Lab in Guatemala.

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Av. de La Recolección #4, La Antigua - hpantigua@gmail.com - PBX: 7790-2000

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2nd PLACE by popular vote in the Revue Photo Contest: Friends & Lovers in Guatemala. “Un amor que llega hasta el fin del mundo / A love that reaches the end of the world” Cima del Volcán Acatenango, by Irene Valle. Prize: Q100 and a Q500 Ganorsa Pet Care Package.

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José R. Golcher MD, Cornea, Cataract and Lasik surgeon Dalia González de Golcher MD, Vitreous-Retinal and Aesthetic medicine surgeon

Sp e ciali ze d O p ht halm o l o gis t s

Make your appointment online at www.centrovisualgyg.com

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY

Principal: Centro Gerencial Marqués de Rubio Oficina 1-4 - Tel: 78325850/78739275 Branch: 6a calle poniente #50A - Tel: 78326672/78328105 - whatsapp 44314822

Tel: 7832-4854 3a calle poniente #13, La Antigua Mon-Fri 10am-2pm & 3pm-6pm. Wed 10am-2pm. Sat 8am-11am No distance of place or lapse of time can lessen the friendship of those who are thoroughly persuaded of each other’s worth. —Robert Southey

Counseling for Adults & Adolescents

Gail Terzuola

LISW LADAC Licensed Psychotherapist Relationships Substance Abuse Trauma and Recovery

Dra. Patricia Cardona

M.D. Psychiatrist / Psychotherapist Médico Psiquiatra-Terapeuta

Treating Depression, Anxiety & Dysfunctional Relationships Emotional Support Animal Certificates

Tel: 5872-5026 / 7832-7019 drapsiquiantigua@gmail.com

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WINNER OF NINE INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL AWARDS

Amalia’s Guatemalan Kitchen

Full Service Beauty Salon 9a calle oriente #7-A, La Antigua Guatemala Tels: 7832-2824, 5961-4332

Gourmet Cuisine with a Cultural Flair Amalia Moreno-Damgaard is a native of Guatemala, an award-winning author, chef consultant, Latin food and culture strategist and entrepreneur.

Do I not destroy my enemies when I make them my friends? —Abraham Lincoln

AVAILABLE AT • Sophos Bookstore, Guatemala City • Artemis Edinter • Colibri, La Antigua • AmaliaLLC.com • Amazon.com • barnesandnoble.com

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colibrĂ­ Fine Handmade Textiles & Home Decor Daily 9am-6pm Tel: 7832-5028 4a calle oriente #3-B, La Antigua textilescolibri@turbonett.com

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Veterinary Clinic Dr. Juan Pablo Calderón García - Vaccinations - Surgery - X-ray - Dental Clinic - Ultrasound - Laboratory Services - Emergencies - Export licenses for pets

English, French, Spanish Spoken * Gas anesthesia

Mon-Fri: 8am-1pm & 2:30-6pm Sat: 9am-1pm

2a Av. Sur #61-B Tels: 7832-3624, 5732-4808 Cynthia Burski, D.V.M. / Hugo Sican Pelen, D.V.M.

Dogs, Cats, Birds, Exotics Surgery - Hospitalization - Laboratory X-Ray - General Medicine - Boarding 2a calle oriente #6, La Antigua Tel: 7832-0245

Babysitting Service for your Pet. Registered Establishment with lots of T.L.C. Tel: 5704-1029

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Amalia’s Kitchen text & photos by chef and author Amalia Moreno-Damgaard

A Latin Culinary Romance

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y curiosity and love of food have often taken me to new and exciting places. This winter, I traveled to South America and the Caribbean. I tasted familiar and different dishes worthy of celebrating. February marks the right time, wherever you may be, to rejoice on delicious cuisine with friends, family or that special someone.

While in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Montevideo, Uruguay, I had the opportunity to try different styles of the same dish, namely asado and chimichurri. Interestingly, both neighboring countries share some similar ingredients and dishes, but they are distinctively different from a cultural perspective.

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Argentina’s Spanish and Italian influences predominate everywhere and are notoriously visible in the cuisine. It’s not unusual to visit a restaurant that lists pasta, grilled foods and traditional Spanish cooking on the same menu.

Outside of Italy, Buenos Aires may be the best place to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine.

From fine to casual dining, Uruguay equally offers delightful fare by region. Here there are, in addition to Spanish, Portuguese influences, which have a unique accent on the traditional cuisine. The nuances between Argentinian and Uruguayan cuisines stem not only from the cultural impact, but on the style in which the food is prepared and presented.

Both countries are known for consuming mainly beef and their byproducts paired with chimichurri and Bacalao - Cod Salad

Chimichurri Uruguayo

criollo sauces accompanied with a variety of sides, including grilled vegetables and salads, starches and fine wines. El chivito (the baby goat) and the choripan (bread and grilled sausage) are two great sandwiches, the first one containing many stacked ingredients while the second one, only two, plus the sauces. The pingüino (the penguin) is a pitcher of wine (about half carafe) popular in some bars, perfect for two people.

In contrast, Puerto Rican cuisine is tropical and not too distant from Guatemalan cuisine. During one of my adventures at a casual restaurant, I ordered a side of each dish they had available so that I could appreciate the variety of flavors. I have had Boricua (nickname for people from Puerto Rico denoting ethnic pride) food before and this time I expanded my repertoire with great results.

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teles (green plantain tamales in banana leaves), sweet plantain and beef lasagna, and cod salad, were excellent, flavorful and appealing. Home cooking is a favorite of mine, and this cuisine reminded me of the foods I love to cook at my own home.

This Valentine’s Day, I encourage you to explore and appreciate foods from other cultures, whether they are Latin, European, Asian, African or any other. You just might be surprised how fun and exciting it can be to discover familiar yet special foods while sharing experiences with each other.

¡Feliz Dia del Cariño!

Pastelon: sweet plantain and beef lasagna

Salsa Criolla (Creole Sauce)

Recipe by Chef Amalia Moreno-Damgaard (AmaliaLLC.com) Yield about 3-1/2 cups Combine ½ cup of each finely diced yellow and green bell peppers, 3/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1 cup finely diced tomatoes, and season with olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Sauce is great on grilled meat, sausage, or croutons.

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“Amigo del alma / Soul friend” by Andrea Nava “Sonrisas de Enamorados / Lovers Smiles” by Mario Mejia

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“Buddies Forever...” by Linda Champagne “Se amaban demasiado para una sola vida” by Héctor R. Mendoza

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I have a loyalty that runs in my bloodstream, when I lock into someone or something, you can’t get me away from it because I commit that thoroughly. That’s in friendship, that’s a deal, that’s a commitment. Don’t give me paper - I can get the same lawyer who drew it up to break it.

But if you shake my hand, that’s for life. —Jerry Lewis It is more shameful to distrust our friends than to be deceived by them. —Confucius

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2a calle oriente #9-A1, La Antigua A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out. —Walter Winchell

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Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art...

It has no survival value; rather it is one of those things that give value to survival. —C. S. Lewis

Friendship improves happiness and abates misery, by the doubling of our joy and the dividing of our grief. —Marcus Tullius Cicero

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Friends & Lovers in Guatemala. “La amistad rompe fronteras / Friendship breaks boundaries” Cumbre del volcán Acatenango, by David Rojas Friends & Lovers in Guatemala. “Amistad floreciendo / Blooming friendship” Cerro el Baúl, Quetzaltenango, by Guido De León

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Sensuous Guatemala by Ken Veronda

Oceanside?

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s it “oceanside” this year? Lots of oceanside color can be found all around Guatemala, even far from the Pacific or Atlantic coasts. Or maybe the color is “seafoam,” as another prediction claims? Seafoam and oceanside seem identical shades to me, but on the color spectrum there’s a slight difference. Whatever, from Guatemalan beaches to Highland lagoons, in hummingbird feathers and indigenous weavings, you can spot accents of both seafoam and oceanside. And lots “amethyst,” and “serenity,” and “tranquil blue.” Oh, and «drizzle” or “marlin,” shades chosen by other experts, all the colors appearing much the same.

These are some of the color shades that various international fashion designers, interior decorators and paint manufacturers have picked as the “Color of the Year” for 2018. In this color-saturated Central American republic, it doesn’t matter what the experts say or what names they bestow. We can find every shade imaginable in our forests, skies, land-

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scapes, birds, fish and in Guatemalan arts and crafts. All you need to do is look and enjoy.

The old 2017 colors were greens. “Greenery, fresh and zesty,” one decorator called it a year ago. The year before, shades of camel, burlap, copper were prime. No matter. Whatever those experts select, we have it here. Guatemala has lots of greens, many browns and every other color those experts may choose as being fashionable. Just look around!

Maybe this year’s color is “ultra violet?” — not ultraviolet; that’s part of the electromagnetic spectrum, of course, shorter than visible but longer than x-rays. “Ultra violet” in two words is the pick of Pantone, a company that thinks it’s the ultimate authority on colors. Ultra violet is an amethyst purple, described in the company’s lush prose as “complex, contemplative; full of the mysteries of the cosmos.”

Fine. Get a bit away from the cities and ultra violet is in limitless

night skies, filled with not only stars but also many mysteries. Sit and contemplate on a moonless night, by the seas, on mountainsides, in the jungles or by the roadside near a farmer’s little field. Guatemalan country folk have considered cosmos mysteries long before encounters with people from other distant lands, and continue to do so each night.

The stretch of Guatemala’s volcanoes, the string of the purple Cuchumatanes mountains, the high country of Verapaz, all take on ultra violet each day, as they have for eons before we were told it’s this year’s “in” color.

Agua, Fuego, Pacaya, all the 28 volcanoes don ultra violet richness at sun-

rise, as clouds shift the lights through the days and, best of all, during the short twilight time here.

Purple was here also before Europeans brought church and royal robes in this hard-to-dye and hence expensive color. Dark, deep, rich purple, and its gemstone amethyst, was the color of Caesars, princes, kings. The European conquerors wore purple here in government palaces and church sanctuaries. They were so proud of the important color.

I wonder if they noticed that the royal purple ultra violet shade is found naturally throughout Guatemala and truly enjoyed all the sensuous colors of this marvelous land. photo by Lo Reyes

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Coin Collecting in Guatemala

by Carlisle Johnson One Cent of Quetzal 1944 A Quarter of Quetzal 1948

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’m a coin collector, you’re a coin collector. If we’re honest with ourselves, we’re all coin collectors.

Is there one among us, who upon receiving something different in change, doesn’t toss it in a dresser drawer for keeps?

Guatemala is paradise for coin collectors and Banco Industrial has opened a gate to this paradise through a small but well-curated coin museum just steps from Central Park in La Antigua Guatemala.

Coins from the smallest denominations right up to the eight real cartwheel that was the precursor to the American silver dollar (said to have been named itself after the silver thaler minted in Empress Maria Theresa’s Austria) were stamped out by the millions and served as a medium of exchange throughout the world. Reciprocally, coins from other countries, chiefly Mexico, Chile and the Philippines, circulated here, the U.S. frontier and elsewhere around the world, even in China.

Five Quetzales 1948

As the value of silver and countries’ prospects ebbed and flowed, the coins were frequently “clipped” and smaller pieces circulated. The famous pirate or parrot squawk “pieces of eight, pieces of eight” in fact refers to smaller pieces of eight real or other silver coins: likewise, the American slang for a quarter, “two bits.”

Guatemala stayed with silver-based coinage until the 1960s when the dollar was unpegged from gold,

Half Cent of Quetzal

and hence silver, and hundreds of tons of the 72 percent silver coins then circulating, were withdrawn from circulation and melted down. Since most of the denominations were identical in design to their nickel replacements, it’s not unheard of to find a silver coin still in circulation today.

Rolex watches or coins—fakes abound. After a

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little experimenting, the tourist or collector can distinguish the real McCoy from the modern counterfeit. A true silver coin dropped on a solid surface “rings;” a fake does not. Prevailing counterfeits usually have small bubbles or pebbling on their surfaces—a sure sign that they were not struck as in a real mint, but poured unto a mold. Beware!

“You load 16 tons, And what do you get?

Another day older, And deeper in debt.

Saint Peter don’t call me, Cuz I can’t go, I owe my soul To the company store.”

Token Finca San Jerónimo Colomba Costa Cuca, Guatemala

You are unlikely to find either colonial-era coins or finca tokens in circulation today. You are likely to find them in the so-called pasaje, a rabbit warren of shops directly across Constitution Square in front of the country’s green national palace in Guatemala City.

You can also occasionally find bits of old coins or whole ones in traditional necklaces (chachales). The latter have been perforated and sadly have lost much of their value for collectors but are still a reminder of the breadth of Guatemala’s proud coinage heritage.

Token Finca la Viscaya, Mataquescuintla, Guatemala

These are words to a mid-20th century popular song with echoes from Guatemala’s 19th century.

Farm owners commonly created private tokens, now called finca tokens, to pay the staff when funds were short or even when the government ran out of money.

Bearing the farm’s name and a denomination, they were originally exchangeable at the farm’s company store. Eventually, they gave rise to a uniquely Guatemalan subspecialty of “coin” collecting.

Token Finca los Ángeles, Pamaxán, Chicacao Guatemala

Now … go check your pocket change.

Carlisle Johnson: Emisoras Unidas (ABC Radio affiliate), Canal Antigua TV, VOA (radio and TV), BBC4, El Periódico, Cincinnati Enquirer, Guatemala Post, Atlantic, Washington Times, St. Petersburg Times (comments). Golden Circle award and numerous local recognitions.

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Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.

—George Washington

• Near San Sebastián Park • Private Bath • 24 Dbl Rooms • Convention Room • Parking Av. El Desengaño #26 (502) 7832-2312, 7832-7316 casadelasfuentes@hotmail.com • www.hotelcasadelasfuentes.com

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It’s Official: U.S. Tax Reform Becomes Law

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he House and Senate has approved a significant overhaul of the U.S. tax code. The three biggest components of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (from the perspective of U.S. expats) are: (1) doubling of standard deductions, which two-thirds of American households utilize on tax returns; (2) reduction of tax rates in five of seven brackets; and (3) doubling of the child tax credit. This article analyzes these three components, as well as, summarize some of the other changes.

Doubling of Standard Deductions and Reduction in Tax Rates Standard deductions will nearly double, but personal exemptions go away. For a single filer the standard deduction increases from $6,350 to $12,000. The overall impact (accounting for personal exemptions) is $1,600, still a positive for those who use standard deductions.

With respect to tax rates, the changes favor modest and very high income earners. Those in the upper middle class are hurt by the new tax rates (roughly speaking, a single filer with taxable income from $200K to $400K).

TAX BRACKETS FOR SINGLE FILERS CURRENT LAW

FINAL PLAN

10%

$0 - $9,325

10%

$0 - $9,525

15%

$9,326 - $37,950

12%

$9,526 - $38,700

25%

$37,951 - $91,900

22%

$38,701 - $82,500

28%

$91,901 - $191,650

24%

$82,501 - $157,500

33%

$191,651 - $416,700

32%

$157,501 - $200,000

35%

$416,701 - $418,400

35%

$200,001 - $500,000

39.6%

$418,401 or more

37%

$500,001 or more

Standard deduction:

$6,350

Standard deduction:

$12,000

Personal exemption:

$4,050

Personal exemption:

Eliminated

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For joint filers it’s a similar story. The overall impact of doubling standard deductions, but eliminating personal exemptions is a positive $3,200.

With respect to tax rates, the changes are favorable across all brackets. However, very high income earners receive the most benefit (roughly speaking, households with taxable income over $500K).

Families with dependents are negatively impacted by the elimination of personal exemptions.

That is because the increase in standard deduction does not offset the loss of personal exemption amounts, which can be significant depending on the size of the household. However, the loss of personal exemptions needs to be considered in combination with other factors (e.g., lower tax rates, child tax credit) to assess the net impact.

Child Tax Credit - A Big Plus The child tax credit will increase from $1,000 per child to $2,000 (refundable up to $1,400).

Many U.S. expats currently take advantage of the child tax credit,

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Healthcare Mandate TAX BRACKETS FOR MARRIED TAXPAYERS FILING JOINTLY CURRENT LAW

FINAL PLAN

10%

$0 - $18,650

10%

$0 - $19,050

15%

$18,651 - $75,900

12%

$19,051 - $77.400

25%

$75,901 - $153,100

22%

$77,401 - $165,000

28%

$153,101 - $233,350

24%

$165,101 - $315,000

33%

$233,351 - $416,700

32%

$315,001- $400,000

35%

$416,701 - $470,700

35%

$400,001 - $600,000

39.6%

$470,701 or more

37%

$600,001 or more

Standard deduction:

$6,350

Standard deduction:

$24,000

Personal exemption:

$4,050

Personal exemption:

Eliminated

and receive refunds without ever having paid taxes (i.e., free money from the IRS). Subject to calculation, the refund maximum increases by $400 per child.

In addition, the phase-out starts at $400,000 (AGI) for married filing jointly. The current phase-out begins at $110,000, which means that higher-income earners will be able to benefit from the child tax credit.

State and Local Tax Deduction (SALT) For taxpayers that itemize deductions, the bill caps the deduction for state and local taxes at $10,000. This is the reason that 12 Republicans in the House (mostly representing California, New York, and New Jersey) voted against the bill.

Starting 2019 the bill ends the individual mandate, a provision of Obamacare that triggers tax penalties for individuals who do not obtain health insurance coverage.

The individual mandate has been a thorn for many modest-income families. According to the IRS, nearly 80 percent of households that pay the penalty make less than $50K per year. This means modestincome families were stuck paying up to $2,085 for simply not being able to afford health insurance.

Fortunately, most US expats are exempt from the Obamacare penalty.

Tax Reform – Who Benefits?

• Modest-income earners • Families with children • Married households • High income earners living in low tax states

Estate Taxes The bill keeps the estate tax at 40 percent, but doubles the exemption levels (currently $5.5M for individuals and $11M for married couples). Clearly, this is a favorable change for ultrawealthy Americans.

John Ohe is an IRS enrolled agent and chartered financial analyst, and a partner at Hola Expat, which specializes in preparing tax returns for U.S. expats. If you would like to submit a tax-related question, email: info@holaexpat.com.

Disclaimer: The answers provided in this article are for general information, and should not be construed as personal tax advice.

Tax laws and regulations change frequently, and their application can vary widely based on specific facts and circumstances.

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www.hawaianparadise.com 8 kms after Monterrico Tels: 5361-3011, 5466-4781, 5587-9010

Reservations 4005-0500 & 4503-0386, Km. 8 Carretera de Monterrico a Hawai www.hotelhonolulu.com.gt — honoluluhotel@gmail.com

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Reservations: Guatemala City

Tel: 5709-3202 9:00 am a 6:00 pm

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HEALTH SERVICES

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SWEETWATER GROUP OF ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meets every Saturday 12 noon & Wed. 12 noon at Hacienda Tijax, Río Dulce, Izabal. Tels: 5902-7825, 5201-5361.

DR. BOCALETTI, Family Practitioner, Tropical Disease Diploma: Attention to adults & children, vaccinations. Spanish and English spoken. Mon-Fri 3-6pm. 4a calle oriente #14, Centro Comercial La Fuente (next to Doña Luisa) bocaletti@hotmail. com

Dr. Julio Molina MD, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certified. Specializing in Anxiety and Mood Disorders, Attention and Memory Disorders and Sleep Disorders. Mind Gym in Antigua. 4 Avenida Sur Prolongacion, # 8. Tel: 7832-3372.

Panajachel 12 Step Meeting, Tuesday 10am 0-72 Calle Principal (across from Kodak, above the bakery. Around the back and up the stairs). Cafe Nepal, (A short walk up from main SC dock, on the right) email: panajachelna.aa@gmail.com tel: 3028 5716.

ANTIGUA AA (Alcoholics Annonymous) meets upstairs in the back room at Doña Luisa, 4a calle oriente #12. Mon & Thurs. 6-7pm & Tues. & Fri. noon 1pm English speaking, Open meetings zoomerz1@ yahoo.ca CLUB ROTARIO, Meets every Wednesday 7pm at Porta Hotel Antigua (except last Wed. of the month).

Call 7832-7600 http://www.rotaryantigua.org/ ST. ALBANS EPISCOPAL CHURCH SERVICE IN ENGLISH. Sundays 10:00am. Rev. John R. Smith, vicar. Casa Convento Concepción, 4a calle oriente #41, La Antigua.

Tel: 5235-6674 VIDA REAL TV CHURCH: Join us for an experience with God. Sundays: Hotel Casa Santo Domingo, Auditorium Los Atrios, 8am and 10am; and Hotel Intercontinental, 14 calle 2-51, z. 10, 3rd level, 10am, simultaneous translation. Special program for children.

DR. ARGUETA, GENERAL PSYCHIATRY, board qualified Cornell University, N.Y. TREATMENT of Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Addicion, Overweight. Psychotherapy individual and couples. 4a av. sur Prolongación #2, La Antigua.

Tel: 4095-7255.

HEALING HANDS THERAPY SPA: Physical therapy, deep tissue massage therapy, full service spa. Owned and operated by US licensed physical therapist. 3a av. norte #20A. Call Micky Morrison for appt. 78321648, 5393-2311.

DIANNE SENA - MSW, LISW - Psychotherapist U.S. Certified and Licensed. Treating anxiety and depression. Teaching interpersonal problem-solving skills. Encouraging personal growth. Office in Antigua. Tel: 7937-0278.

Counseling for Adults & Adolescents. Relationships, Substance Abuse, Trauma and Recovery.

Licensed Psychotherapist Gail Terzuola, MSW, LADAC. La Antigua. Tel: 7832-5639.

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Centro de Parto Natural Ixchel (Guatemala City) Over 20 years experience. Natural and waterbirth. German Midwife attended. Spanish, English, German spoken. OB, GYN, contraception, workshops, natural remedies. Referral to trusted MD and humanized Csec. if needed. Antigua housecalls, Info: 5709-2308, hannahcdp@gmail. com. Follow us on facebook!

FOR SALE BENEFIT GARAGE SALE Thursday Feb. 15 10am-4pm, Friday Feb. 16 10am-4pm. 7a Av. norte #25, Between 1st and 2nd calles. FUNDRAISING GOAL: Providing ongoing educational expenses for students. One of our students was valedictorian last term. Sunshinetenango is a youth oriented nonprofit organization. Pick ups available. Karen 53130458, Sarah 7832-3555 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS: LP Aspire Congas with hard cases and stand, M3 Korg keyboard, Roland JV1000 workstation, Alvarez acoustic guitar with hard case, Axl bass guitar with hard case and Johnson bass amp, Carvin monitors, Bundy Selmer oboe, Auvio headphones. Tel: 7934-6305.

Spitters, Scratchers, & Snappers PET Q’s & A’s by Cynthia Burski, DVM

Question:

Is it OK to give my dog cow bones? I am always careful to boil them and only use the large leg bone (femur).

A

lthough it is very common to give bones to dogs, there are definitely risks that usually require veterinary attention. The most common problems are broken teeth and injuries to the mouth and tongue. Sometimes the bone can become lodged around the lower jaw or get stuck in the esophagus (the tube leading to the stomach). As well, bones can get stuck in the windpipe if s/he inhales a small piece, resulting in a medical emergency.

If bone fragments are swallowed but can’t move out of the stomach, surgery is the only remedy. If they do pass into the intestine, they can become lodged or cause bleeding and damage the intestine. Rectums can be painfully torn by bones passing out of the body. If the intestine is damaged by the bone fragments poking holes through it, a severe and potentially lethal bacterial infection of the abdominal cavity (peritonitis) can result. Sometimes the bones are so thoroughly chewed that a portion of the intestine becomes “impacted” and filled with bone meal. Surgery is usually required to remove the damaged part of the intestine. Bottom line — do not feed your dog bones.

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Flex/Action script: Positions available for programmers (including trainees) staying or living in Antigua. Short and Long Term. See www.veeops. com/jobs or contact jobs@veeops.com

SWORN (LEGAL) TRANSLATOR. Professional translation of legal and ordinary documents. Duly registered at the Ministry of Education, U.S. and England Embassies. Contact: po_h@hotmail.com or Phones: 5417-9079, 5693-7475, 2261-0792 BOARDING for DOGS & CATS - Day, week, month. Your pets will receive love, care & personalized attention like in their own home. Great rates: Dogs (daily) Q30+food. Cats (daily) Q20+food. Chimaltenango (pet transportation avail.) Contact jehu_ortiz@ hotmail.com Tel: 5794-4263, 5543-5351.

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RAVENSCROFT RIDING STABLES: Tels: 7830-6669, 54087057 (English owners) 2a av. sur. #3, San Juan del Obispo (2 miles south of Antigua). English (European) style riding on fit, well-trained horses. Accompanied scenic rides & equitation lessons from beginner to intermediate level, intensive courses our speciality. Boots & helmets provided. Please call for reservations & more info.

TRAVEL COMPANY: w/ 10 years of Central American experience is looking for minimum 2-year-commitment for the following positions: sales (creative design & pricing of individualized travel for a wide variety of clients), & operations. Requirements: fluent English, strong computer skills & be a fit with our culture of honesty, sustainability & innovation. Send detailed CV and cover letter to hr@viaventure.com

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For more info. please call or drop by (mornings only). Tel: 7832-0245, 2a calle oriente #6, ask for Cynthia. Classes in English or Spanish.

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EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

RESTAURANTS / BARS ANTIGUA Acai ............................................................. 64 Aguacate Tasty ......................................... 66 Arrin Cuan ................................................. 9 AntiguaDining.com ................................. 64 Café Condesa ............................................. 63 Café La Sin Ventura .................................. 65 Canela Bakery & Café .............................. 66 Casa Escobar ............................................. 1 Casa Troccoli .............................................. 57 Cerro San Cristobal ................................... 67 Chez Christophe ........................................ 64 Chocomuseo Café ..................................... 65 Cookies, Etc ............................................... 65 Don Chicharrón ....................................... 4 Doña Luisa Xicotencatl ............................ 62 Epicure ......................................................... 59 Gaia Restaurant ......................................... 64 Intenso Restaurante ................................ 66 La Bicicleta de Juancho ........................... 64 La Cuevita de Urquizu .............................. 61 La Estancia .................................................. 57 La Estrella .................................................... 64 La Fonda de la Calle Real ........................ 69 Las Palmas .................................................. 7 Los Encuentros .......................................... 64 Los Tres Tiempos ....................................... 61 Madre Tierra .............................................. 3 Mesón Panza Verde .......... back cover Ni Fu Ni Fa ................................................... 64 Quincho’s Mariscos ................................... 64 Rainbow Café ............................................. 59 Red Koi ........................................................ 66 Restaurante El Faro .................................. 64 Samsara ...................................................... 65 Sushi Oriental ............................................ 67 Tacool .......................................................... 3 Txirrinta ...................................................... 64 Vivero y Café La Escalonia ....................... 69 Welten .......................................................... 67 Y Tu Piña Tambien ..................................... 67 TECPÁN Kape La Nonna .......................................... 90 Kape Paulinos ............................................ 90

Police: 110 Fire: 122 and 123

Tourist Police (Antigua): 7832-4131 Fire Dept: 7832-0234 Guatemala City Tourist Assistance: 1500 (24-hour) People come in and out of our lives, and the true test of friendship is whether you can pick back up right where you left off the last time you saw each other. —Lisa See 94

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H EA LTH S ERV I C ES GUATEMALA CITY

Arrin Cuan ................................................... 9 Caffé De Fiori .............................................. 36 Rattle & Hum ............................................. 37

Dr. Milton Solis Plastic Surgery ............... 41 Antigua

Restaurante Altuna .................................. 37 Trovajazz ..................................................... 36

Ágape, Emotional Health ......................... 45 Blue Spa ........................................................ 43

William Shakespeare Pub ....................... 36

Centro Visual G & G .................................... 45 Clínica de la Cruz ........................................ 45 Clinica Dental Antigua .............................. 42

lake atitlán Choco Museo ............................................. 84

Clínica Veterinaria El Arca ......................... 52 Dermatologist Dr. Samayoa ..................... 45

Quetzaltenango Giuseppe´s Gourmet Pizza ..................... 90

Dr. Luis Soto ................................................. 43 Dra. Patricia Cardona ................................. 45 Gail Terzuola ................................................. 45

S ERV I C ES

Gimnasio La Fabrica ................................... 42

GUATEMALA CITY

Hospital Privado Hermano Pedro ........... 43

Angel Fire Kennels .................................. 52 Budget Rent-a-Car .................................. 35 DeporDivas ............................................... 39 Hertz ........................................................... 97 Orbit Rent-a-Car ....................................... 35 Transcargo ................................................. 39

House of Health Sta. Lucía ........................ 41 Maxillofacial Center ................................... 42 Medical Travel ............................................. 41

Antigua Alamo Rent-a-Car ....................................

Antigua FM ...............................................

Barber Shop El Patrón ............................

Comunitel Internet Service ...................

Eventos Doña María ................................

Frank Beauty Salon .................................

Fumigadora Antigua ..............................

Heidi Lane Photographer ......................

Pet Care by Brouwer ...............................

Tabarini Rent a Car ..................................

Tatoo & Piercing El Guato ......................

TheAntiguaGuide.com ...........................

Valhalla Macadamia Farm .....................

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Vet-Pro ........................................................... 52 san lucas Casa de los Angeles ................................... 41

TR AV EL / TO U RS Antigua Antigua Tours .............................................. 29 Chikach Farm ............................................... 50 Filadelfia Coffee Adventure ...................... 2 Lax Travel ...................................................... 79 Maya Trails .................................................... 97 Monja Blanca ............................................... 79 MISC. La Reunion Golf Resort ............................. 48 Trans Galgos ................................................. 79 Transportes Turísticos Atitrans ................ 79 Turansa ......................................................... 39

S H O PS Guatemala City House & Green .................... inside cover Inola ........................................................... 39 Super Verduras ........................................ 37 ANTIGUA Algodones Maya .................................... 49 Casa de los Gigantes .............................. 49 Colibrí Textiles .......................................... 51 El Mástil (hardware) ................................ 5 El Reino del Jade ..................................... 51 La Casa del Conde Books ...................... 51 Liverpool Pool Tables ............................ 49 Mundo Extremo ..................................... 50 Orgánica ................................................... 46 Plaza del Arco .......................................... 51

SCHOOLS Antigua International School ................. 31 Choco Museo Cooking Classes ............... 51 Christian Spanish Academy ..................... 47

C U LTU R A L Guatemala City Museo Ixchel ............................................. 29 Museo Popol Vuh ..................................... 29 Antigua Art Tours ...................................................

La Antigua Galería de Arte ...................

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real estate REAL ESTATE: FOR RENT ANTIGUA AREA

REAL ESTATE: FOR SALE ANTIGUA AREA

BEAUTIFUL APARTMENTS 2 bdrm, liv, din, laundry, fully equipped kit, 2½ bath, cable TV, Wi-Fi, 24hour security, cleaning service. 4 blocks from the park. Daily, weekly or monthly. arteceramico12@ hotmail.com Tels: 7832-7141, 5096-6740.

LAS GOLONDRINAS APARTMENTS: Antigua G., bedrooms: cable TV, private bathrooms with hot showers; apartments with complete kitchen, Wi-Fi. “Different sizes-different prices.” Daniel Ramírez Ríos.

Tels: 7832-3343, 5713-6429 aptslasgolondrinas@ gmail.com www.lasgolondrinasapts.info

House or B&B or Restaurant - 4 Bedroom Suites, Three Patios, Large garage, Gazebo. 3.5 miles above ANTIGUA in El Hato. $250,000 Furnished.

Email: shaw4realty@hotmail

LAKE ATITLÁN EUROPEAN INVESTORS are looking to acquire land/ property in the Lake Atitlán area. Owners or agents please call: 5598-5677. INVERSIONISTAS EUROPEOS buscan terrenos/casa en el área del Lago de Atitlán. Propietarios o agentes por favor contáctenos al teléfono: 5598-5677.

REAL ESTATE: FOR SALE LAKE ATITLÁN House oF one acre of land on Lake Atitlán. Car and boat access. Near Cerro de Oro. T. 5693-2525 pranasuhr@gmail.com. $200,000.

COBÁN BEAUTIFUL HOUSE IN CLOUD FOREST KM 165, Rd to Cobán. Outskirts of Purulha, Baja Verapaz. 1,000 ft2 of construction w/prime materials, exotc hardwood floors, cabinets. 1 bed, office, 1½ baths. Kennels, creek, trees. Built 2011. US$75,000 (502) 45742007 stellez65@hotmail.com

LAND CONVERSION CHART 1 Acre = 43,560 ft2 1 Acre = .4047 hectare 1 Acre = 4047 mt2 1 Acre = 5645.4 varas2 1 mt2 = 10.764 ft2 1 mt2 = 1.431 vr2

1 Manzana = 10,000 vr2 1 Manzana = 6,988 mt2 1 Manzana = 1.7 acres 1 Vara = 32.9 inches 1 Yard = 36 inches (3ft) 1 Meter = 39.37 inches

Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.

—Martin Luther King, Jr.

Volcano drone by Sebastian

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1st PLACE by popular vote in the Revue Photo Contest: Friends & Lovers in Guatemala.

“Love” Finca El Pilar, Antigua by Stacy Able Photography.

Prize: Q200 and a Q500 Ganorsa Pet Care Package.

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