Rocky Point Times December 2013 by Rocky Point Services

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The Rocky Point Times Newspaper is Puerto Peñasco’s #1 Tourist Newspaper, family owned and operated since 1993 in Rocky Point, Sonora, Mexico, and written entirely in English! We are, and have always been, dedicated to helping the community in which we live, as well as promoting our city and bringing tourism to Rocky Point. We are a TOURIST NEWSPAPER dedicated to promoting tourism! MONTHLY CIRCULATION/DISTRIBUTION Our newspapers are hand delivered in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico and in the U.S. to Lukeville, Ajo, Gila Bend, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Peoria, Prescott, and Tempe, Arizona. We bulk mail to over 500 monthly subscribers. SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscriptions are bulk mailed from Lukeville, AZ every month. A 1 Yr. Subscription is $35 (12 issues). Please send a check with your name and address to: S. O’Hare, PO Box 887, Lukeville, AZ 85341. ADVERTISING IN THE ROCKY POINT TIMES We offer display and classifieds ads. LOW Ad prices are in USD, charged per month, and do not include I.V.A. Contracts available. AD DEADLINE 10th of the month, preceeding publication CLASSIFIEDS ADS $15 USD for 25 words • 20¢ per word thereafter MEXICO OFFICES: Pino Suarez No. 124, off of Calle 13 Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico 83550 C. P. U.S. MAILING ADDRESS Please send correspondence to address PO Box 887, Lukeville, Arizona 85341 TELEPHONE & FAX from the U.S. dial (011-52-638) 383-6325 Local dial 383-6325; Fax: 383-5193 from the U.S. dial (480) 463-6255 EMAIL ADDRESS & WEBSITE rockypointtimes@yahoo.com www.rptimes.com FACEBOOK See our FAcebook Page at Rocky Point Times Newspaper CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Rita Pizarro, Rosarie Salerno, Lonesome Lui, Dave & Debby Penn, Nancy Phelan, Cap ‘n Greg, Anita K., Zack & Mark Paliscak, Sandy Spain, Eddie Wharez, Gretchen Ellinger, Linda Sharp, Rob Baylor, Bruce Baldwin, Joe Houchin, Miguel Tapia, Dr. Sidhartha Hindú ROCKY POINT TIMES STAFF Tom O’Hare - Editor/Publisher Sandra O’Hare - Managing Editor Lannette Phipps - Graphic Artist Alicia Grajeda - Administrative Executive Claudia Rivas - Account Executive Beatriz Lumbreras - Freelance Graphic Artist Manny Sánchez Radical Gravity Media Web + Social + Video www.RadicalGravity.com PRINTING The Rocky Point Times is printed in Mexico PHOTO & ARTICLE SUBMISSION Upbeat, fun, and interesting articles and photos always welcome. Please include an SASE if you would like it returned. Email or SnailMail your article/photo to us. Please include your contact info. in the event we need to reach you. Feel free to contact us prior to sending your items to make sure they are in the right format. The Rocky Point Times reserves the right not to print any article or photo, and to edit content as the Editor sees fit. We do not guarantee placement, but do make every effort, so please note any special requests you may have. The Rocky Point Times is not responsible for the content of any advertising, nor has it attempted to verify any ad claims. Content contained in this publication is not authorized to be copied or reproduced without the permission of the Editor and Advertiser or Contributing Writer.

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ADVERTISERINDEX & PHONENUMBERS DIALING INSTRUCTIONS from the U.S., Canada and Mexico

ALSO SEE OUR GENERAL INFO. PAGES FOR MORE INFO.

(52) Mexico’s Country Code (638) Puerto Peñasco’s City Code

CALLING FROM THE U.S. Dialing a Land Line dial 011-52-638 + last 7-digits of number listed Dialing a Cellular Phone dial 011-521-638 + last 7-digits of number listed

CALLING WITHIN MEXICO dial 01 + area code + 7-digit number Mexico businesses outside of Peñasco are listed as 01 + area code + phone number in this Index.

LOCAL CELLULAR PHONES from a land line dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number from local cell to cell dial 638 + 7-digit number Local cellular phones start with 044+638 in this index. U.S. cells may vary - check with your service provider. AT&T Viva Mexico Plan works best.

CELL PHONES OUTSIDE OF PP to dial a long distance cell from a local PP cell dial 045 + city code + 7-digit number to dial PP from a long distance MX cell dial 045-638 + 7-digit number

U.S. AREA CODES & VOIP LINES U.S. numbers are listed with (brackets) around area code. Some businesses have U.S. offices and others may be using VOIP lines.

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INDEX A

A bit of Shangrila RV........................480-225-6546 Acqua Spa..........................388-5382/623-207-9275 Ajo Plaza...........................................520-387-5044 Ajo Satellite Sales..............................520-387-4846 Aleman, Victor................................044-638-105-7839 Anchor Storage....044-638-102-0049/602-512-1761 Arizona Realty......................................520-387-8787 Aztec Sol Beauty & Spa.............................383-3656 or................................................044-638-113-0133

Babycatchers and Company.......................602-769-2615 Beauty Design Studio by Gloria.........................383-8500 Bill Paying Service by Patricia Perez...................383-5737 Biosfera Dry Cleaners.........................................383-1667 Bonita RV Park........................................................383-1400 Bórquez, Ricardo, Atty................388-6110/520-407-6756 Brooks, Dee...........................................................383-3919 Brothers Pizza....................................................383-3712

Casa de Carolina Rentals.................................383-5482 Chef Mickey Medina.......388-6844/044-638-386-4736 Chochoy Veterinary........................................383-2338 C.H.O.P.P.S................................................480-648-7689 Clínica Dental Fernández...............044-638-112-6600 or.......................................................520-284-0277 Coldwell Banker by the Sea...388-8999/602-425-5133 Contra Plagas............383-8787/044-638-110-1625

D’Lucy Spa.................383-1471/044-638-105-8993 DDS Fernandez.........................................383-8550 Dental Enciso............388-9100/044-638-105-3064 Desert Diamond Casino.............................866-DDC-WINS Dr. Andres Sidhartha Hindu P....388-5382/623-207-9275 Dr. Grijalva, D.D.S.................................................383-3434 Dr. Vazquez, M.D........................................383-3014 Don Julio Bar & Grill......................................388-0056 Duke’s Restaurant-Bar.......................044-638-104-0338 or...................................................044-638-380-6650

Eddie Wharez............................383-8633/602-324-9328 El Grecos Gyros................................044-638-112-9692 El Rapidin......................................................388-6775

Family of God................................................383-3480 Francis, Jonni.......................................044-638-112-1197

Gaby Salon Unisex.......383-3096/044-638-100-8641 Galeria del Mar Bermejo.................................383-3488

Galeria Luis y Gaby..........................................383-7174 Garden Art.............................................520-577-2728 Gift Shop & Gallery................................520-387-6858 Gila Bend Title and Registration Services..928-683-2577 Giuseppi’s Espresso.......................................383-5181 Glorias Beauty Salon....................................383-5075 Golf Course at the Mayan Palace..................383-GOLF Gracida, Roberto.........................520-232-2165 or......................................011-52-622-226-2200 Gretchen Ellinger...............383-1425/602-317-3881 or......................................................044-638-384-0458 Guardian Title and Escrow...............044-638-386-1445 or...............................................................623-910-2930

Hacienda del Sol Furniture....388-0545/602-903-2112 Head Out to Rocky Point Shuttle Service U.S. Toll Free...........866-443-2368/602-971-0166 Hotel Viña del Mar.............................383-0100 or...............................................................602-606-7768 U.S. Toll Free................................01-800-560-2123

I-J-K

InnSuites Hotels and Suites U.S. Toll Free........................................ (888) INNSUITES JJ’s Cantina...................................................383-2785 Joyeria Max...........................................388-5512 Kaffeehaus.............................................388-1065 Kord’s Auto Care...............................(520) 387-6962

La Casa del Capitan Restaurant....................383-5698 La Cita Café...............................................383-2270 La Cocina de Ramon........388-5362/044-638-112-0350 La Fondita...............................................383-8384 La Siesta Motel................................(520) 387-6569 La Spa de Peñasco.................................382-8111 Laguna Shores Golf & Country Club..................383-4670 U.S. Toll Free.........................................800-513-1426 Lighthouse Restaurant, The........................383-2389 Lily’s Restaurant.........................................383-1485 Long Realty........................388-0009/602-281-4288 Lowery’s Installation...........382-5095/928-474-3157 Lloyds Rocky Point Shuttle And Tours............................ ..........................(623) 551-568-9001/1-866-568-9001 Lucky’s Cantina..........................................383-8420

Made in Puerto Peñasco................044-638-380-8233 Manny’s Beach Club.........................383-3605/383-3215 Mare Blu Ristorante........................................383-0605 María Romero.........................................(928) 683-2577 or....................................................01-800-560-2123 Mayan Palace Golf Course................................383-GOLF Max Jeweler.................................................388-5512 Mexican Beach Developers....383-6099/044-638-384-7145 or..............................................................520-777-0018 Mexican Vistas Co..........382-5400/044-638-384-6445 or...................................................................623-698-0117 Mexico Bonito Bill Paying Service....................383-5737 Muebles Imperiales............................................383-6480 or.......................................................714-395-4117

N-O

Napa Auto (Ajo)........................................24 HOUR TOW .................................................(520) 387-4TOW (387-4869) Oasis Café................................................520-387-4455 Optica Turati................................................383-4645 Organic Life.................................................382-5039

Pablo Realty.......................383-8657/602-288-8687 Pane e Vino Restaurant.................044-638-105-7455 Pealachi..................................................638-102-1110 Peninsula de Cortes Golf Course...........................383-GOLF Peñasco Marine................................................383-3700 Peñasco Beauty Center....................................383-1086 Petals & Perfums..............................................383-5758 Pizarrro, Rita..........................388-8030/044-638-386-5203 Playa Bonita Resort.............................383-2586/383-2199 Playa Paloma....................................................480-244-9990 U.S. Toll Free...................................................888-232-8142 Mexico Toll Free.........................................01-800-426-6482 Playa Bonita Resort RV Park...................................383-2596 U.S. Toll Free............................................888-232-8142 Mexico Toll Free........................................01-800-426-6482 Pollo Papago..........................................044-638-385-1301 Premium Services....................383-5758/602-476-1187 Puerta Privada......................383-1020/480-445-9200 Puesta del Sol Restaurant..................................383-2586

Q&R

Realty Executives..................383-4699/602-334-4134 Regina Seafood Restaurant........044-638-119-1014 or..................................................044-638-118-3077 Remote Accountant LLC In Rocky Point VOIP......................(630) 839-9129 Rocky Point BBQ................383-4676/602-507-7766 Rocky Point Calendar....................see Mexican Vistas Rocky Point Cleaning...............................383-7325 Rocky Point Times Newspaper.....................383-6325 or..........................................................480-463-6255 Fax...........................................................383-5193 Roll-A-Shield......................382-5095/928-474-3157

Salerno, Rosarie...................383-8417/044-638-384-7145 or...............................................................520-777-0018 Sanborns Insurance....................U.S. Toll Free 800-222-0158 Seaside Window Coverings..................................383-5181 Sea Side Reservations..............383-7795/1-888-262-4508 Si Como No! Etc.......................................520-387-7080 Si I Do! Wedding Planners................................388-8238 Silva, Yolanda Insurance.........................................383-6280 Sonoran Resorts.........................................602-476-7511 Sushi Sun Restaurant..............................................383-2772

Tapia, Miguel..........................................602-266-0225

Teriyaki Sun....................................................388-7272 The Print Shop.........................................520-387-6858 The Lighthouse Restaurant.................................383-2389 Thunder on The Beach Sports Bar & Restaurant ......................................................................388-9605 Tom Thomas Home Inspection....044-638-110-4728 or.........................................................602-748-4134 Turati Optical.................................................383-4645 Twin Dolphins Real Estate and Rentals.........383-3919 or..........................................................602-324-7241 T&T International Law Group.........................602-465-6556

U -V

U.S. Border Movers....................044-638-113-8365 or...............................................480-232-3518 Vanilla Copali............................................383-4174 Vazquez, Luis, MD..........................................383-3014 Venshur...................U.S. Toll Free 1-888-524-4107 or.........................Mexico Toll Free 01-800-841-3553 Victor Aleman.................................044-638-105-7839 Viña del Mar Hotel.............383-0100/602-606-7768

Western Outdoor Times..........................(480) 947-6219 Wharez, Eddie..........................383-8633/(602) 324-9328

X -Y - Z

Xochitl’s Cafe (Sally’s Cholla Cafe).........................382-5283 Yolanda Silva Insurance.................................383-6280 ZaGas..............................................................383-8100

CHURCHES Phone Numbers

Assembly of God..........................................................383-3364 Adonai Comunidad Cristiana.......................................383-3865 Grupo Unidad Cristianos de Peñasco..........................383-2240 Peñasco Christian Fellowship.......................................383-4513 Family of God Christian Fellowship.........................383-3480 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall.............................388-6244 Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe.....................................383-2959 Templo La Hermosa...................................................383-7130

EMERGENCY & Important Phone Numbers dial

066 for EMERGENCIES

AIR AMBULANCE (dial within Mexico) AirEvac............................................................001-880-321-9522 SkyMed Air Ambulance.................................001-866-805-9624 AIRPORTS International.................................................under construction Municipal......................................................................383-6097 CITY HALL (Municipal Building) H. Ayuntamiento de Peñasco.....................383-2056/383-2060 CLINICS Clinica San Jose............................................................383-5121 Clinica Santa Fe...........................................383-2447/383-4040 Clinica Santa Isabel (Maternity)...................................383-3645 Clinica Santa Maria.......................................................383-2440 Cruz Roja (Red Cross)...................................................383-2266 Desert Senita Community Health Center..........(520) 387-5651 Gonzalez AmeriClinic....................................................388-7676 ELECTRIC Emergency dial...071 Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE).......................383-2684 FIRE DEPARTMENT Emergency dial...068 Departamento de Bomberos.......................................383-2828 FISHIERIES DEPARTMENT Departamento de Pesca...............................................383-2116 Oficina de Pesca, San Diego, CA........................(619) 233-4324 GARBAGE/SANITATION DEPARTMENT Oomislim.......................................................................383-4909 GAS (Propane) Hidrogas........................................................................383-5650 Z’Gas..............................................................................383-8284 ZaGas.............................................................................383-8100 HOSPITALS (See Clinics also) Community...................................................................383-4566 IMSS (Social Security)...................................................383-2870 Municipal......................................................................383-2110 IMMIGRATION............................................................383-2526 MARINE RESCUE (VHF Channel 26) Port Captain..................................................................383-3035 Emergencies dial............................................462 or 627 or 767 POLICE Emergency dial...066 Puerto Peñasco Station..............................383-2626/383-1616 State Judicial Police (Policía Judicial del Estado).........383-2783 PUBLIC SECURITY DEPARTMENT Seguridad Pública Municipal......................383-2626/383-1616 RAILROAD Ferrocarril......................................................................383-2610 RED CROSS Cruz Roja.....................................................................383-2266 SOCIAL SECURITY (IMSS) Instituto Méxicano del Seguro Social.........383-2677/383-2777 TELEPHONE Teléfonos de México.....................................................383-2780 U.S. CONSULATES (in Mexico) Nogales.............................................................01-631-313-4820 dial from the U.S......................................011-52-631-313-4820 WATER Oomapas.......................................................................383-6080 Organismo Operador....................................................383-6080 Piteco (water tank delivery).........................................383-3315

RESTAURANTS that DELIVER Benny’s Pizza 383-6001 7 days, 11am-10pm Brother’s Pizza 383-3712

Juniors Restaurant 388-9461

Cheiky’s Pizza 383-3627, Closed Wed.

La Cita Cafe 383-2270

Cocina Express 383-8358 Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm Sun. 12pm-7pm

La Duela Pizza 388-4414, Closed Wed.

Domino’s Pizza 383-3838 7 days 10am-8pm El Condor Pizza 388-5383 7 days, 12pm-10pm FEDE’S 383-3419 (044-638) 100-5834 12pm-5pm, Closed Sun. Figaro Pizza 383-1411

Sushi Sun 383-2772 TIKI Fresh Foods (044-638) 105-8001 (044-638) 112-0996 9am-9pm, Closed. Sun. Tortas San Luis 388-6405, 7 days, 9am-9pm Yummi Salads (044-638) 113-8822 Zuquin Cakes 383-3250 (044-638) 105-4389 7 days, 9am-5pm

Pet Friendly

HOTELS If you would like to bring your pet with you to Rocky Point, here are a few places you both will be welcome. Baja Hotel Matamoros and Campeche in El Mirador US dial (602) 559-1705 Local Phone (011-52-638) 383-6878 Local Fax (011-52-638) 383-7676 Fax Website www.hotelbaja.net Email bajahotel@gmail.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bella Vista Condo US dial (775) 287-3830 Email julwitnan@aol.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Casa de Carolina Campeche in El Mirador US dial (602) 412-3565 Local Phone (011-52-638) 383-5482 Email cdecpp@prodigy.net.mx Mail: PO Box 589, Lukeville, AZ 85341 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hotel El Mirador Local Phone (011-52-638) 383-6333 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hotel Viña del Mar In Old Port at the end of the Malecon Local 383-3600 or 383-0100 www.vinadelmarhotel.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Madre del Mar (with permission) US dial (520) 407-6394 or (520) 303-7530 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Seaside Beach Home Rentals Blvd. Benito Juarez, next to Banamex at the north end of town US Toll Free (877) 629-5691 • Local 383-1545 Website www.seasidemexico.com Email seasidebhremails@gmail.com

VETERINARY CARE

Chochoy 383-2338 Guillermo Prieto & Melchor Ocampo Gallo de Oro (044) 638-112-3343 Samuel Ocaña La Posta 383-2574 Simon Morua & Guillermo Prieto

San Lazaro Pet Clinic 383-3344 (2 Locations) Blvd. Sonora & Galeana (west of Josefa) Calle 26 (near RR tracks)

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EVENTS CALENDAR DECEMBER 2013 EVERYDAY American Legion Post MX-15 open from 12pm-7pm in El Mirador in the old Los Juanes Restaurant. Cet-Mar Aquariums – Center for Sea Studies. Come and see, feed and touch sea creatures up close and personal Monday-Friday 10am5pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-6pm. Children $2, Adults $3. Bag of food $2. Located on the road to Las Conchas. Call 3820010 for more info. MONDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish). TUESDAYS 2PM CEDO Free Public Talk in English and Tour of their facility in Las Conchas. Look for the giant Fin Whale Skeleton. Fun experience for the entire family. Phone 382-0113 for more info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in Spanish CBSC – Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club meets once a month (on Tues. or Sat.). WEDNESDAYS SOBS – South of the Border Singles meet every Wednesday for Happy Hour at Playa Bonita Resort. First Wednesday of every month is business meeting. 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English). 1PM – Horseshoes at the Pithaya in El Mirador. 3PM Shooter Bingo at Playa Bonita RV Park Social Club. $6.00 for 6 games with money payouts for each game. After each game, a shooter number is called, if you have this number you get a “shooter” of tequila or ?? Join us each Wednesday in our air conditioned club house. 5PM – AA meets (Spanish). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish). THURSDAYS 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac in El Mirador. All welcome. 4PM The Connection meets at The Light House. 4PM Bingo (Loteria) at Casa Hogar, Home for the Elderly. Everyone welcome to participate. Darts and Cards at the Sunset Cantina FRIDAYS 8AM Alcoholics Anonymous “Freebirds” newcomers/book study meeting. Call 3825001 for more info. Live Music at The Lighthouse Restaurant. 5PM ALANON English speaking meeting at 48 Campeche & Manuel Arista (next to Galindo’s Café) at the Passport AA Club. Call Donna (044-638) 109-3766 or email mmdonnadonna@aol.com for more info. 5PM ALANON PASSPOR CLUB 6:00 pm. Latin Dance Lessons at Peñasco Fitness Center (044-638) 106-3619 or email penascofitness@gmail.com

SATURDAYS 2PM CEDO Free Nature Talk in Spanish and Tour of their facility in Las Conchas. Fun experience for the entire family. Call 382-0113 for info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in English 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) 6PM AA meets (Spanish). Live Music at The Lighthouse Restaurant. SUNDAYS 9AM Non-Denominational Worship Services with Family of God. Located on Blvd. Costera N 2000A. Everyone welcome. Church Office: 383-3480. 9AM Alcoholics Anonymous Meets (English). 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English). 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac. Church Service at 10:00AM Bilingual Service with Peñasco Christian Fellowship located 1 blk east of Josefa Ortiz de D. on Melchor Ocampo. Experience worship with both American & Mexican Christians! Phone: (01152-638) 383-4513

CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST EVENTS! Saturday 14th • CBSC Childrens Christmas Party and Christmas Light Parede at Cholla Bay Friday 24th • Christmas Eve Saturday 25 • Christmas Day th

Friday 31st • New Year’s Eve January 2014 Sunday 1st • Happy New Year!! Feliz Año!! Saturday 18th • CBSC 6th Annual Golf Tournament @ Laguna del Mar. Monday 20th • Martin Luther King Day February

Sunday 16th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 1 Monday 17th • St. Patricks Day April Saturday 5th • CBSC 7th Annual Horseshoe Tournament Friday 11th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 2 Saturday 12th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 2 Sunday 13th • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 2 May Thursday 1st • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 3

Friday 14th • Happy Valentine’s Day ♥ Friday 2nd • CBSC 59th Annual Monday 17th Fishing Derby Phase 3 • Presidents Day Saturday 3rd March • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 3 Saturday 1st • CBSC Las Vegas Style Sunday 4th Casino/Game Night • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 3 Thursday 13th • CBSC 59th Annual Friday 23th Fishing Derby Phase 1 • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 4 Friday 14th • CBSC 59th Annual Saturday 24th Fishing Derby Phase 1 • CBSC 59th Annual Fishing Derby Phase 4 Saturday 15th • CBSC 59th Annual Sunday 25th Fishing Derby Phase 1 • CBSC Annual Fish Fry

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Puerta Privada...A Must See Property!!!

t all began in 1994 with the first hi-rise development in town, Plaza Las Glorias Hotel & Condos (now Peñasco del Sol & Condominiums Pinacate). After that, it was Princesa de Peñasco in 1998, Sonoran Spa in 2000, and Sonoran Sea in 2002. Miguel Guevara was the Project Director and Mary Snyder the Sales Director, for these 4 resorts. They were all completed, sold out, turned over to the homeowners, and are currently managed and rented as some of Peñasco’s favorites.

With 7 additional rental properties popping up on Sandy Beach, the Guevara/Snyder development team decided the town was ready for a unique project that did not allow rentals. So in 2004, Guevara joint ventured with Carlos Saenz, who owned and operated Palmar RV Park for many years. In 2005, the RV park came down, with constuction and sales beginning for Puerta Privada. The project was sold out, completed and delivered by 2007. Combining past experience, reputation, and proven track record, Puerta Privada continues to be the leader in setting the standard for quality construction, design, and finishes. The project consists of two towers that run directly parallel to the water, providing 180 degree views of the ocean to the south, and golf course views to the north, from every single condo. They are quite spacious with the 2 bedroom units just under 2000 sq ft and the 3 bedroom units at 2750 sq ft. Marble floors, beveled cut glass, granite countertops, reverse osmosis water/ice, stainless appliances and dual pane windows are just some of the features that come standard in all of the units.

The common areas include 2 negative edge pools, one heated and the other Olympic lap length, 2 hot tubs, underground parking, pet park, basketball, and lighted tennis court. The 3 story amenity building, fabulously detailed with carved cantera stone, features a state of the art fitness center (with resident personal trainer), a game room loaded with air hockey, pool table, shuffleboard, foos ball, darts, and touch screen video game computers. The top floor clubhouse is beautifully furnished with full kitchen and bar areas, plasma TV’s, BBQ’s poker tables and fireplace. This is where the true heart of Puerta Privada begins. It’s not just a project but a home away from home, with a family feel. Most of the owners have condos in other developments, or businesses in town. Why do they prefer Privada? Due to the non rental policy, (long term leases ARE allowed), there is such a community atmosphere, since everyone knows their neighbor, and they are all there for the same reason. Every month there are events, golf or tennis tournaments, art shows, holiday parties with bands, etc. Or the last minute, everyonebring-somethingto-share, get togethers at the pool or clubhouse. Many of the owners have said that they have made some of the best friendships here, which will last a lifetime. Almost all of the current HOA board members, including the p r e s i d e n t and resort a d m i n i s t r a t o r, have served on other boards in Peñasco. This experience, coupled with the lack of rental, which causes wear and tear, allows Puerta Privada to maintain some the lowest HOA monthly fees on the beach. This unique project has it all…quality, reputation, privacy and, in today’s market, the opportunity to take advantage of some terrific, resale opportunities. Visit the “Privada Lifestyle” and experience it for yourself. You’ll be glad you did!! For pressure free information, the furnished model on Sandy Beach is open 7 days a week, 9AM-5PM or checkout the website at www.PuertaPrivada.com.

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As a former US Navy guy who spent several years at sea, I am perfectly content to sit and watch the ocean for hours on end. Whether it’s flat as glass or has swells a big as Kim Kardashian’s caboose, I certainly do delight in the briny blue and all its beautiful moods. Some people, however, would rather come to Rocky Point to partake of inland pleasures. One of them is Matt Bronsky from Mesa.

MATT: Not really.

MATT: Where are the babes?

CAP’N GREG: So you’d rather sit in a bar and hit on the ladies?

CAP’N GREG: Babes? MATT: C’mon, Cap’n Greg. I’m lookin’ for action.

CAP’N GREG: Treasure hunt on the beaches with a metal detector? Go whale watching? Search for shells? MATT: No thanks. CAP’N GREG: Wade the pools at low tide? Skip rocks? Snorkel? MATT: Nuh-uh.

MATT: Nothing wrong with that, is there?

CAP’N GREG: Action?

CAP’N GREG: The ladies may have a different opinion.

MATT: Where’s the best place to go and hook up?

MATT: So you won’t help me out?

CAP’N GREG: Hook up? Like a phone and high speed cable bundle? MATT: Are you being difficult? CAP’N GREG: No more than usual. It’s just that a young guy like you can find action about anywhere on the planet. But Rocky Point, if you hadn’t noticed, has an ocean to enjoy. MATT: I don’t especially care to fish. CAP’N GREG: Do you swim? Suntan? Jet ski?

CAP’N GREG: Tell you what. There’s a way you can maybe find some action and at the same time see why so many of us love the ocean here. You want to give it a shot? MATT: Absolutely. CAP’N GREG: Two words: sunset cruise. MATT: You’re brilliant, Cap’n Greg. CAP’N GREG: It may seem that way to you, Matt, but sometimes I don’t have much competition.

Got a ? for Cap’n Greg? Email to rockypointtimes@yahoo.com or send to RPTimes: PO Box 887, Lukeville, AZ 85341

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“Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point Inc.” (a 501©3 non-profit Corporation) by Nancy Phelan AKA “The Pack Leader”

‘Animals come into our lives as gifts from God, for companionship, to teach us, and to heal us. They deserve our very best efforts in caring for them’ Dr. Ihor Basko, DVM

Nancy and “The Gang” would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holiday and a wonderful New Year!!! Many wonderful events have occurred this past year and we are looking forward to more of the same in 2014. A BIG Thank You to all of you that helped over the years and allowed us to continue the good work for the animals of Puerto Peñasco. Tax Season is upon us and remember that we are a 501©3 non-profit Corporation and your donations are a tax deduction. Call Nancy for information on making a donation for 2013 at 602 412 3932 or 383 1012…You can mail checks made out to AACORP to PO Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341 or donate through Paypal on our Web Page www.rpaac.org or through our donation button on Facebook “Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point”. You can email me at nancy_phelan@yahoo.com. We can purchase pet food at Weltons on Juarez just south of the Sante Fe market. We use Kirkland dog, puppy and cat food. We are in need of canned cat and kitten food. A monthly donation can help us purchase the food here as we are having problems bringing the food into Mexico. We have to be careful of the food that is given to the animals here at the center. The center has had many hundreds if not thousands of wonderful stories over the years. One that is especially fitting to print at this time of year is the story of “Ginny”. This story stills brings tears to my eyes.

The Miracle of Ginny

It was a Sunday morning on November 1st, the day of the Angels, when all of Mexico celebrates the lives

of all the children that have passed to the other side. November 2nd is the: Day of the Dead” when the Mexican people pay tribute to the adults that have passed. Many of my friends were headed to church that Sunday morning and services with Tab Grey on this day “Day of the Angels”. Carolyn was the first one to see the skinny black dog as she was leaving the Sonoran Sky Resort on her way to Tabs services. She saw the shadow of a black dog leaning against the building. After services she searched for the dog but could not find her. She thought of the dog all during the night. Was the dog hiding or waiting for someone? Another friend Candace and her hubby John Garvey were leaving Puerta Privada for services but did spot the dog after the service. She was being dragged by a rope tied around her neck by the guard at the Sonoran Sky. He had been told to remove the dog from the property. The resort had called the local pound but they had not shown up to retrieve the dog. (They do not work on Sunday.) Candace went into Puerta Privada and asked several people for help or what she could do for the dog. Someone handed her a copy of the Rocky Point Times with the information for Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point. Candace tried calling the center but kept reaching another number, Candy was babbling on about this precious dog to the person on the other end of the phone when the voice on the other end said “Candy is that you? This is your sister in California? Candace hung up and followed the map to the Animal Adoption Center. A group of Candy and her friends pulled up with this dog in the back of the truck. I have never seen a dog so close to death but still alive. As they handed me the dog I said “Her name is Ginny!” I took Ginny into the house and put her on a warm bed and applied honey to her lips and tried to hydrate her but her skin was stuck to her bones. I put a heater near her bed and watched as several cats covered her with their bodies. Ginny had such fear

and pain in her eyes but by morning she was bright eyed and actually smiling. I called my daughter Penelope who is a Vet Tech at Sonora Veterinarian Hospital and after some conversation I was told to get Ginny to the hospital immediately. I knew my friend Karen Gosnell was leaving for Phoenix that morning and when I called she was loading her vehicle for the trip but stated “Of course I will take Ginny to Phoenix” Karen said that she talked to Ginny during the trip. On their arrival the Doctor and Techs were waiting for Ginny to arrive. When they removed Ginny from the car they realized that Ginny had died during the trip. Dr. Ruzzio who had been waiting to take Ginny into her care told Penelope that she had never seen such a big smile on a dog – white teeth shining. Later that day Candy came by and we cried together over the loss of a sweet Rocky Point dog named Ginny. Candy confided to me that she was so upset when she first saw Ginny that she actually saw her mother’s face when she looked into Ginny’s eyes. Her mother had passed several years before and her sister and she had not talked since their Mom’s death. As we all know how tragedy affects families and we all deal with death differently. When Candy made the phone call to try to reach the Animal Center and got the wrong number – the person on the other end of the phone was Ginny – her sister in California. How did that number get on her Mexican phone? And what made me name the dog “GINNY? The same spelling! Ginny was only 4 or 5 months old but died with such a beautiful smile on her face. How many lives were touched that day by a beautiful little black dog named Ginny? During this Holiday season if you have a friend or relative that you need to connect with please do so and let the legend and miracle of Ginny live on in many more hearts. Peace and love to all our animal friends- Nancy and “The Gang” including “Ginny”. www.rpaac.org Mexico (011-52-638) 383-1012 Phoenix (602) 412-3932 Tucson (520) 407-6594 AACORP INC 501 (c) 3 Tax Exempt nancy_phelan@yahoo.com nancy@rpaac.org AACORP PO Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341

Rocky Point is a Great Place! Their First Impression Was a Great Impression

By Gretchen Ellinger

It all started when Judy MacKenzie made one last stop at the Fry’s Marketplace in Maricopa on her way home to Puerto Peñasco. A casual request in the produce section led to a conversation about Rocky Point. Greg, the Produce Manager, had heard about Rocky Point, and was curious, but had never been here, because he heard it was dangerous, and people he’d talked to discouraged him from going. Ever the advocate, Judy encouraged him to talk to people who had actually been to Rocky Point, and invited him to visit. Greg and Maria and their 2 sons found that everything Judy had told them was true - the drive through beautiful desert scenery went quickly; crossing the border into Mexico was easy, the road from Sonoyta to Puerto Peñasco was great, and absolutely nothing scary happened. The family ventured out to see the town, including checking out a local grocery store, which was of particular interest to Greg since he is a grocer in the USA. After replenishing their cash at the ATM machine at the Santa Fe Market, they continued exploring the town. Several hours later, at Curios la Choya, Greg discovered that he’d lost his ATM card. Thinking the worst, in panic mode they found a phone, reported the card lost, and worried about whether the card had been used, and how much it would cost them. After sharing their lost card story with a local, they were encouraged them to return to the Santa Fe Market to look for the card. Dubious, and sure it was a lost cause, they returned anyway. An English-speaking employee who was able to assist with translation was found, and when he learned the dilemma, the market manager said, “Oh, yes...someone found the card in the ATM machine, and gave it to an employee. We have your card in the office.” Greg and Maria, Rocky Point’s newest ambassadors, are excited about their next trip to Rocky Point. They enjoyed the drive, love the town, love the people, love that some unknown person turned in their ATM card, and they love Judy MacKenzie for taking the time on her drive down to invite them.

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Eddie Wharez® By Eddie Wharez® Owner and interior designer of Diseños Casa y Jardín eddiewharez.com

“Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home.” ~Edith Sitwell December brings family and friends together, time for hugs, wishes and gifts. Home is the place we all want to go in a cold or a windy day, why don’t we start thinking of making our spaces more inviting, welcoming and warm? You can do that in different ways without spending an arm and a leg; first of all focus on what you want to accomplish. Is color what you would like to incorporate? Dimension? Lighting? Texture? Coziness? Drama? I’ve always thought of decorating a home in the same way a woman dresses up, make-up, clothes and accessories. Paint in a home is like make-up, serves as the first layer in the colors we are going to be using next.

Furniture is like clothing and the accessories make the difference between casual, formal, elegant or chic. For the season you may just want to add a splash of color, perhaps reupholster a piece of furniture or make fabric covers for, let’s say, the sofa. Silver, brass, mirrored lamps or side tables go great with the winter, and since brass pairs well with other metals, make yourself a beautiful holiday table display incorporating multiple metals. Start by using a variety of candle sticks in various heights and metal finishes. Line your candle sticks up and down the length of your dining room table, voilá. The finished display will look amazing! Another winter touch is twig arrangements, they are not anything new, but interior designers have recently begun incorporating them more and more into their designs. We love the look of long, thin twigs in glass vases. Add a little candlelight, or strand of white holiday lights to create a festive display. You can also change-up the look of your twig display, to fit various occasions. During the holidays, dangle small red ornaments from sturdy branches. For New Year’s, tie balls of glitter (kitty glitter balls will do) to the branches Don’t forget pillows, table runners, rugs, curtains, napkins and everything the textile world has to offer to make this winter a time to keep in your most treasured memories. The good news is you can find all sorts of accessories at our store on Rodeo Drive for this season. Check us out! I am sure you’ll love more than one idea and you will want to buy gifts for yourself, your family and friends or just gitfs for your home!

Please visit our gallery on Rodeo Drive (see ad) feel free to ask any questions and who knows we may have what you are after, regardless you are going to be pleasantly surprised! Reach me at: eddiewharez@yahoo.com or visit us online at www.eddiewharez.com.

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Finding Paradise By Sandy Spain

Where am I?

I know I’m in paradise, but where? The room décor is wine bottles, wine sayings painted on the walls, wine storage racks, wine barrels, and shelves of wonderfully flavored olive oils. Outside on a beautiful patio with light fixtures made from wine bottles, a wooden screen with wine bottles inserted and I am looking over an unobstructed view of the ocean with a large hill and lighted business area at its base. Then my glass of heavenly Síntesís is served with a spectacular cheese board. Am I in Italy or perhaps the Northern California coast? No, I’m at El Tapeo in the Laos Mar Hotel in Puerto Peñasco, a paradise within our paradise.

El Tapeo

Laura opened her establishment in April of this year and continually works to refine it. I recently attended a wine tasting conducted by 101 winery of Ensenada, B.C. and Mexico. Ivan and Alex led us through tasting 5 red wines. A couple of them were blends which are my favorite. Each wine was accompanied by a different, perfectly matched tapas dish prepared by Laura and her wonderful staff. Laura plans to have wine tasting about every 6 weeks with a different winery.

Set up for the wine tasting

El Tapeo, some of the interior décor

Laura with Iván and Alex of 101 Winery

Mexico Children’s Foundation

Steve Schwab, Founder of the Peñasco Children’s Foundation, announced a name change for the organization, signifying a greater purpose and broader mission for the organization. In his announcement Mr. Schwab stated, “I founded the Peñasco Children’s Foundation in 2003 to serve the less fortunate children in the Puerto Peñasco community with medical care, transportation services to medical specialties, and access to education enrichment opportunities. Just as my Sea Side Reservations business has expanded across Mexico, the Children’s Foundation needs to expand to serve the greater need of children in the communities we serve. Therefore, I have renamed the Peñasco Children’s Foundation to the Mexico Children’s Foundation and have received approval as acceptance as a 501 (c) 3 organization in the United States.” “The new name represents the children we serve

across Mexico, the expansion of our services, and expands our opportunities of support to a broader base of influence,” said Mr. Schwab. “Who would have thought what started as a small, local dream would become a national organization positively impacting children across an entire nation.” The Mexico Children’s Foundation will continue serving the less fortunate children in Puerto Peñasco but will expand to serve less fortunate children in other areas of Mexico. The foundation provides financial assistance to low-income families so their children can gain access to medical care they cannot otherwise afford. Mexico Children’s Foundation pays for transportation and medical treatment directly to the provider, not to the family, to insure the access and treatment are provided. Mexico Children’s Foundation also serves the communities by providing education enrichment assistance

More Offerings

In addition to the wine tastings, the wines for sale by the bottle or glass, the wonderful ambiance and tapas, there is also live music by the Rojo Acústico duo of Rodolfo and Jorge who play on Thursday and Saturday starting about 8:00 p.m. On Friday they have “open mic” and entertainment by Rudolfo. Laura and some of her staff After your first visit, I know you will plan to go Change of pace back and keep in touch If you are looking for a change of pace, as Laura is working on more offerings, including gift baskets which will be some great wine (they have full service bar available for Thanksgiving and Christmas. also), snacks and acoustic music, you must I think this would be a great place for a give this great place a try. Recently friends and I stopped in for a break from the noise wedding. in the Malecon after participating in the bike rally – which is a whole other story that I will leave to others to write. Yep, that’s me on the back of my friend Doug’s bike. He road down from Las Vegas. This was his 3rd rally and he says it is the best. He and his buddies like it better than the ones they go to in the U.S.

Hostes, Genesis (Laura’s daughter)

Aaahhhhh, paradise has many facets!

to under-privileged children and helping children in economic duress. These services may include access to an education facility, or a new home for homeless children and their families. The underlying motive of the Mexico Children’s Foundation continues to be helping enrich the lives of children who otherwise would have significant struggles in the future without a helping hand. Mr. Schwab said, “Every year I personally walk from the Phoenix area to Puerto Peñasco to raise funds and awareness for the Children’s Foundation. The date of the annual fundraiser is set for November 1 as the date to depart on the fundraising walk. All the money raised goes directly into the Mexico Children’s Foundation to serve the less fortunate children. The annual walk is truly a walk of love for the children in the Mexico communities who have medical challenges, and simply need an opportunity for a brighter future.” “The annual walk is an opportunity to make a statement that children are our future and no child should

be left behind because of economics or medical challenge,” said Mr. Schwab. “Please join me by visiting www. mexicochildrensfoundation.org to learn more about the foundation and to make a tax deductible donation.” Mr. Schwab lives in Scottsdale, Arizona and is the President of the Schwab Organization. His company operates the Sea Side Reservations and the Signature Vacation Rentals companies that manage short-term vacation rental properties in Mexico and the US respectively. He is also the founder and president of the Mexico Children’s Foundation providing financial support to children with medical needs. Please contact: Mr. Steve Schwab The Schwab Organization 7655 E Redfield Rd. Suite 3 - Scottsdale, AZ 85260 TEL: (602) 888-9099 - FAX: (602) 404-2986 Email: info@mexicochildrensfoundation.org Web: www.mexicochildrensfoundation.org

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The Twelve days of Rocky Point By Anita Kaltenbaugh

It’s the holidays! time for ho, ho, ho, excited children and time spent with family and friends. With most companies slowing down and vacation days being taken, why not spend the season at the beach? Hotels and resorts are offering great rental rates, so instead of crowding everyone into your casa at the holidays; bring them down to a nice condo or rental house at the beach. Walk the warm sandy beach on Christmas morning, cook a holiday seafood dinner of delicious Rocky Point shrimp, or spend Christmas Eve with the residents a local church. Better yet, volunteer some time or donations to those less fortunate down in Rocky Point and your guaranteed to have a warm Holiday of giving. There are many organizations in Puerto Penasco looking for donations, your time and good spirit. Pick one you feel connected to and volunteer. The Santa Claus Club, fitting name for the holidays, can always use donations. This now year round organization is especially visible at the holidays where bikes and toys are given to children on Christmas Day at JJ’s Cantina. The Santa Claus Club has a web site www.santaclausclub.org with drop off information, pictures and totals of goods delivered into the barrios. According to John Fowler, organizer of the club, “The Santa Claus Club has been providing food, clothes, toys, bicycles, school supplies, and household items to needy families in Puerto Peñasco for the past 31 years. For the first 24 years we held a Christmas Party in Cholla Bay on Christmas Day. In 2007 we changed our format to a year round program. We now provide our services door to door on a weekly basis. This also gives us a better understanding of the needs of the families we are trying to help.” There are many ways to spend your holiday days, but as the golden rule reads which has been passed down in history, “Do to others what you would want them to do to you.” Yes, there are many ways to make a difference, and when you do, miraculously; it makes a difference in you. With the holiday spirit in mind, and speaking of giving, let’s look at the classic English Christmas Carol “The Twelve Days of Christmas”. It’s a story about a true love giving gifts at the holiday. It is a

cumulative song, with each verse building on to the next. It is said that a leader started the song, sang it to the group, and as each verse was added the individual singing would have to sing until a player made a mistake, when a mistake was made, the player who erred would have to pay a penalty “offering up a kiss or a sweet”. Well, while you are in Rocky Point, try out this song, here are some inexpensive holiday gifts ideas. If you are looking for some Christmas cheer, gather a group together, tear this out and sing along!! Come up with your own penalties, if you miss a verse! The Twelve Days of Rocky Point On the first day of Rocky Point My true love gave to me: A boat ride on the blue sea On the second day of Rocky Point My true love gave to me: Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the third day of Rocky Point My true love gave to me: Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the fourth day of Rocky point My true love gave to me: Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the fifth day of Rocky Point My true love gave to me: Five golden beers Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the sixth day of Rocky Point, My true love gave to me: Six spouting whales Five golden beers Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the seventh day of Rocky Point, My true love gave to me: Seven dolphins swimming Six spouting whales Five golden beers, Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea

On the eight day of Rocky Point, My true love gave to me: Eight succulent shrimp Seven dolphins swimming Six spouting whales Five golden beers Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the ninth day of Rocky Point, My true love gave to me: Nine gringos dancing Eight succulent shrimp Seven dolphins swimming Six spouting whales Five golden beers, Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the tenth day of Rocky Point, My true love gave to me: Ten fish a leaping Nine gringos dancing Eight succulent shrimp Seven dolphins swimming Six spouting whales Five golden beers, Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the eleventh day of Rocky Point, My true love gave to me: Eleven mariachis playing Ten fish a leaping Nine gringos dancing Eight succulent shrimp Seven dolphins swimming Six spouting whales Five golden beers, Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea On the Twelfth day of Rocky Point, My true love gave to me: Twelve gorgeous sunsets Eleven mariachis playing Ten fish a leaping Nine gringos dancing Eight succulent shrimp Seven dolphins swimming Six spouting whales Five golden beers, Four graceful pelicans Three seagulls laughing Two beach massages and A boat ride on the blue sea Happy Holidays to all and a great New Year of cheer!!

Anita Kaltenbaugh is the Mexico travel examiner at examiner.com and author of the book “Travel Secrets- Insider guide to planning, affording and taking more vacations” available on Amazon.com, Kindle and Nook.

A literary column By Marcia Diane

Heading into the dark, though who could tell by our glorious weather down here in paradise, I thought I’d feature one of our darker poets, a Russian poet named Anna Akhmatova, born Anna Gorenko in Odessa, the Ukraine, in 1889. I chose Anna Akhmatova for a couple of reasons…besides her wonderfully dark work, the fact that she holds fast to the literary traditions of other countries despite political climate is in fact the embolden essence of Anna Akhmatova. Reading her work and biography one begins to get a sense of the indomitable spirit of human kind that allows us to somehow withstand the magnitude of loss and the seeming endless regression we humans go through. Thus we can rejoice in Anna Akhmatova’s work, as did her people in her home country, who despite the political repression of the times never once doubted her. Memory of Sun by Anna Akhmatova Memory of sun seeps from the heart. Grass grows yellower. Faintly if at all the early snowflakes Hover, hover. Water becoming ice is slowing in The narrow channels. Nothing at all will happen here again, Will ever happen. Against the sky the willow spreads a fan The silk’s torn off. Maybe it’s better I did not become Your wife. Memory of sun seeps from the heart. What is it? -- Dark? Perhaps! Winter will have occupied us In the night. We invite you to join in: Outside The Lines Writing Group at: m.diane. writeon@gmail.com

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TRAVELINFORMATION TOURIST ASSISTANCE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO REMEMBER

If you dispute any incident or infraction, need help or have questions, please go to the Police Station, located north of town. Pay any and all fines ONLY at the station. IF YOU ARE PULLED OVER ALWAYS: • Write down the Name of the Officer • And the Number on the back of the vehicle that pulled you over • Record the location you were pulled over and the exact time

POLICE EMERGENCIES

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Nationwide: from ANY PHONE. TelCel users can also dial *112 to go directly to the Peñasco Police Station

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REPORT ANY ATTEMPT OF BRIBES BY CALLING INTERNAL AFFAIRS AT 388-6552

YOU MUST FILE AN OFFICIAL COMPLAINT!

If you feel you have been wronged by an officer(s), you MUST make an official complaint so that the police department can take action. If they have no record of the incident, then they have no proof. Telling your friends and complaining to others will not get the problem solved - it only creates more problems and allows the officer to go on “doing business as usual”. File a complaint and save others the same grief you have gone through and make our city a better place.

DO NOT PAY OR OFFER TO PAY ANY OFFICER DIRECTLY WHEN PULLED OVER.

All fines are to be paid at the main police station

PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED Passports are required for re-entry into the U.S. when travelling by vehicle into Mexico. You may also present a Passport Card, Enhanced Driver’s License, SENTRI or NEXXUS Cards when leaving Mexico. Children under the age of 16 need to present their Birth Certificate. This applies to any port of entry when driving into Mexico.

ABOUT PUERTO PEÑASCO Puerto Peñasco, also known as Rocky Point, is located in the State of Sonora on the Sea of Cortez. It is approz. 66m miles from the U.S. border at Lukeville, AZ and the Mexican border at Sonoyta, MX. Rocky Point is located within the “Free Zone”, so no vehicle permits are required for you to visit, but you will need your Passport or other ID (see above) to re-enter the United States. Rocky Point offers a variety of land and sea activities for every age and is very family oriented. It also offers a variety of dining and lodging choices as well as beach camping and RV Parks. Rocky Point is known for its warm weather, beautiful sunsets and gorgeous beaches. Relax and enjoy a day on the beach or at one of our many spas. Head out for a day of shoppingm to find everything from one-ofa-kind fine art to curious. Plan a day of golf on some of the most beautiful and challenging courses around. And when the sun has set, head out for some local night time entertainment.

DRIVING TO ROCKY POINT

take you all the way to the U.S./Mexico border at Lukeville, AZ and Sonoyta, MX. The Maricopa Hwy. will lead you right into Gila Bend, exit left once you come to the stop sign and follow the above directions.

COMING FROM TUCSON You will take the old Ajo Hwy. (Hwy. 86), which will lead you through Sells and end at Why, AZ. At the stop sign take a left onto Hwy. 85 (at Why) and head to the border (see above). Gas stations, restrooms, ATM’s & convenience stores are located in Gila Bend, Ajo, Why and Lukeville. AZ before reaching the border.

COMING FROM CALIFORNIA The crossing at San Luis (south of Yuma, AZ) is the fastest and easiest point to cross. Head East on I-8 and take Hwy. 95 S towards Yuma. You will cross at San Luis Rio Colorado. Continue straight through the border, go straight for a few blocks, turn left for a few blocks and then turn right onto Ave. Obregon. That is the main road through San Luis. You will go all the way through town and see a sign for Puerto Peñasco and El Golfo de Santa Clara off to your right. Exit right at the bridge and follow the signs to Puerto Peñasco. There is a toll booth you will go through (currently $94 pesos). The road is smooth and free of potholes and has plenty of places to pass and pull over. Just outside of El Golfo, you will turn left onto the Coastal Highway (003) and follow that all the way to Rocky Point. Signs are clearly marked. Look on our Facebook Page for pictures of the signs, roadway, stops and scenery.

ENTERING MEXICO Hwy. 8 from the Lukeville border to Rocky Point is a good 2-lane road with plenty of emergency parking and places to pass. It is an open range (watch out for wildlife) and is patrolled by the highway police as well as the Green Angels (roadside assistance). Please see Crossing the Border in this section for more info.

YOU MUST HAVE MEXICAN VEHICLE INSURANCE...IT’S THE LAW A minimum of liability is required. COMING FROM PHOENIX Take either I-10 (west side) or the Maricopa Hwy. (east side). Take the Gila Bend/Mexico exit off of I-10 and head toward Gila Bend. Once you pass through Gila Bend you will exit onto Hwy. 85 (south) toward Ajo/Mexico. Hwy. 85 will

ACCIDENTS If you are involved in a (non-death) accident in Mexico, you are considered at fault until proven otherwise. All parties are taken to the police station where you and your vehicle

ACCIDENTS CON’T

CONSULATES

may be detained until restitution is made. If a minor is involved in an accident, the parents are responsible for the child. Parents must pay fines and/or restitution. Minors are usually detained but not jailed in non-death accidents or traffic violations. You need to file a police report and phone your Mexican insurance adjustor immediately in the event of an accident. You (most likely) will be held in jail if you are in an accident in which a death occurs.

MEXICAN CONSULATES Tucson: 553 S. Stone Ave., 85701 (520) 882-5595 • Mon.-Fri. 8 AM - 2 PM Phoenix: P 320 E McDowell Rd Ste 320 Phoenix, AZ 85004 • (602) 242-7398 Nogales: 480 Grand Ave., 89562 • (520) 287-3175 Douglas: 541 10th St., 85607 • (520) 364-3107

AIRLINE SERVICE & AIRPORTS AeroCalafia Service to/from Hermosillo (011-52-638) 388-7812 Mexico Toll Free: 800-560-3949 U.S. Toll Free: 818-206-3255 www.aerocalafia.com.mx Morgan Jet Charter flights from Phoenix 1-888-869-0866 www.westwindairservice.com

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Mar de Cortes International Airport (011-52-638) 383-6097 www.aeropuertomardecortes.com Airport Administrator: Alonso Dominguez Ruiz Libramiento Carretera Sonoyta-Caborca 71 Ejido Miramar, Colonia Miramar

PERSONAL AIRCRAFT To fly your own plane you must have your: pilots license, medical certificate, registration, air worthiness certificate, and Mexican airplane insurance. GENERAL AIRPORT INFORMATION Airport ICAO ID: MMPE Location: 17 miles East of downtown Elevation: 88 ft. Mar de Cortes Radio Tower Frequency: 118.85 Website contains complete info. on Airport loanding, parking other fees Type of Services: RS: Int’l regular flights RFF Category: 7 Airport Coordinates: 31° 21’ 6.836” LN113° 18’ 19.44” LW Runway Center Runway Designation: 18-36 Runway 18 THR Elev.: 84 ft./Runway 36 Elev.: 88 ft. Airport Reference Number: 4D Runway Lengths: 8,100 ft. Airport Size: 1,482.6 Acres U.S. AIRPORTS (CLOSEST)

Phoenix, Tucson & Nogales, AZ

BUS STATIONS (MEXICO) ABC - Phone: 383-1999 (Auto Transportes de la Baja California) Located on Constitucion, just N of the signal at Blvd. Benito Juarez Albatros - Phone: 388-0888 E side of Benito Juarez, N of the Stadium Norte de Sonora - Phone: 383-3640 E side of Blvd. Benito Juarez, S of No. Releccion (Calle 26) and N of Pemex TAP - Phone: 383-6761 (Transportes y Autobuses del Pacifico) W side of Blvd. Benito Juarez, N of the signal at Constitucion

FOR U.S. - SEE SHUTTLE SERVICES

CAR RENTALS Some major rental companies do permit their vehicles to be driven into Mexico. Call their AZ offices directly instead of their national offices. You may be required to carry their Mexican insurance. Mexico law requires that you must carry a minimum of liability insurance. Arizona (Phoenix Area) Enterprise, Advantage, Dollar, Saban’s Puerto Peñasco (from the U.S. dial 011-52-638) Alamo Rent A Car 102-0277 Bufalo 388-9999 M.G. Rentals 383-3814 Pro Rent-A-Car 388-5823 Rio Car Rental 383-8181 The Point Rent-A-Car 388-5823

U.S. CONSULATES Nogales, Mexico from Mexico (01-631) 311-8150 Fax: (01-631) 313-4652 from the U.S. (011-52-631) 311-8150 Fax: (011-52-631) 313-4652 http://travel.state.gov Email: NogalesASC@state.gov What the Consulate CAN DO if you are arrested in Mexico • Visit you in jail after your arrest • Provide you a list of local attorneys • Inform you of judicial procedures • Notify family and friends • Relay requests for aid or monetary support • Protest abuse/mistreatment to authorities What the Consulate CANNOT DO if you are arrested in Mexico • Demand your immediate release • Get you out of jail or out of the country • Pay legal fees w/U.S. Government money • Pay fines w/U.S. Government money

CROSSING THE BORDER CLOSED MIDNIGHT - 6:00 AM Arizona (Lukeville) Border Mexico (Sonoyta) Border

As soon as you pass the chainlink fence, you are entering into Mexico. There are two lanes going into Mexico. Wait for the vehicle ahead of you to pass all the way through the lane before proceeding. VEHICLE INSPECTION There are two means of inspection: 1) Fiscal Traffic Light

Nothing to declare/items under allowed limit

2) Integral Inspection

Voluntary declaration/items over allowed limit

As you cross the Mexican Border there are two narrow lanes with a (traffic) light at the end of the lane. As you proceed ahead, the light will flash RED (alto - stop) or GREEN (pase - go). 1) FISCAL TRAFFIC LIGHT STOP (alto) - RED LIGHT If the light turns red you will pull off to the left where an officer will ask you some questions such as where you are going, how long you are staying, and what you are bringing into Mexico. The officer will most likely look through your vehicle and belongings. Do not leave your vehicle unattended and do accompany the officer during his search. If you incur any problems be sure to get the name and badge number of the officer. GO (pase) - GREEN LIGHT If you get the green light you can pass through without any inspection. Please note that you still may be pulled over and inspected even if you get the green light. 2) INTEGRAL INSPECTION This is the voluntary request for the examination of your articles, if you have items to declare which exceed your allowed limits. Before you enter the lanes to cross into Mexico, you will pull off to your left and park in the assigned spaces against the chainlink fence. You will need to go to

the small building, which sits in the middle of the two lanes, and tell the officer what items you have to declare and the value of each item. When you are finished filling out the form, the import tax (impuestos) will be assessed and you will be handed two forms to take to the bank and pay. (The bank is at the side of the brick building, past the fountain.) If it is after hours, you will pay your impuestos to the agent who will stamp your form and issue you a receipt. An agent may want to come and inspect your load. The taxes you pay are in pesos (they will accept dollars) and are to be paid directly to the bank and you will be issued a receipt. You will need that receipt to cross the border. (If you are pulled over by Aduana after leaving the border, you will need the receipt as proof of payment.) After you have paid your taxes, you will need to cross the border and go through the Fiscal Traffic Light. If you get the red light you will need to pull over and show your receipt to the officer. If you come through the fiscal traffic light, and merchandise is found, which was not declared, you could have to pay a fine of 4x the commercial value of the articles plus your vehicle and belongings may be seized. If you choose the Integral Inspection the fine will be 1½x the value. In both cases you forfeit the right to the tax exemption. Your vehicle and personal belongings can be confiscated if you do not stop and declare merchandise over your limit allowed by Mexican Law.

DUTY FREE ITEMS You are allowed $75 USD tax free in new merchandise per person. Merchandise must be in same vehicle as person(s) declaring. The following is a list of items which you may bring into Mexico tax free. • Items for personal use such as clothing, shoes and toiletries according to the length of your stay. • 1 photographic or motion video camera, including a power source and rolls of film or video cassettes. (No professional equipment.) • Books and magazines. • 1 used sports article or piece of equipment for individual use. • 2 cartons of cigarettes or 50 cigars. • 3 liters (approx. 3 quarts) of wine, alcohol, beer, etc. if the passenger is an adult. You may import an additional 2 liters and pay the corresponding tax. • Medicine for personal use (with your prescription). • Suitcases to transport your items.

If you are legally a resident of another country, in addition to the items listed, you may also bring the following items: • Binoculars • Camping equipment • Portable television, radio and 20 tapes • Typewriter or laptop computer • 5 used toys if the passenger is a child • Fishing tackle • Pair of skis • 2 tennis rackets • A non-motorized boat up to 5½ meters in length or a surfboard with or without a sail

If you are traveling by a camper, trailer, motorhome you may also bring in: • VCR • Bicycle with or without a motor • Household linens • Kitchen utensils • Livingroom & bedroom furniture You may import additional merchandise valued up to $1,000 per vehicle by paying the corresponding tax without the intervention of a customs broker. Over $1,000 USD requires a broker, which are located just across the border.

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TRAVELINFORMATION FIREARMS & DRUGS Firearms, illegal drugs and ammunition are NOT allowed into Mexico. Hunters may bring their firearm with the proper paperwork/clearance. Possession carries a pentalty of 5 to 30 years.

IMPORTING You are allowed to bring in $75.00 USD per person worth of new merchandise - this does not include your personal items such as clothing, toiletries, etc. If you have new merchandise in excess of $75 per person you will need to declare your items and pay the impuestos (taxes) before crossing into Mexico. You may import up to $1,000 USD in new merchandise per vehicle without the assistance of a Customs Broker. To declare items you are bringing into Mexico, turn left as you cross the border, just beyond the chainlink fence. Park in the designated spot and go into the Aduana Building in the middle of the two lanes. See Crossing the Border for more information on declaring merchandise. If your merchandise totals more than $1,000 USD per vehicle, you will need the assistance of a customs broker. Customs brokers are located on the Mexican side of the border. Park on the U.S. side and walk across to one of their offices. Customs Brokers in Sonoyta, Mex. Agencia Ibarrola (011-52-651) 512-1878 Aserco Imp. (011-52-651) 512-0009 MultiServicios Sinaloa (011-52-651) 512-1593 or 1599

INSURANCE Medical Insurance Family or personal trip/vacation medical insurance can be purchased by some providers in the U.S. Check your existing policy to see what coverage is offered while visiting Mexico. Most clinics in Rocky Point do not accept U.S. insurance as payment. Vehicle Insurance Mexican Law states that you MUST HAVE MEXICAN INSURANCE while driving in Mexico. A minimum of liability is required though full coverage is recommended. You can insure your driver’s license if driving a buggy, quad, rail, etc., but the vehicle cannot be insured for theft. If your vehicle is stolen, you must immediately file a local, federal (state) and U.S. police report. The insurance companies usually pay low blue book and extras such as rims, tires, stereo, etc. are not covered. Most U.S. policies ARE NOT recognized in Mexico. You may purchase insurance over the internet, phone, mail or stop at a number of places on your way to Rocky Point. Look in this issue for Mexican Insurance.

MILEAGE FROM ROCKY POINT TO Agua Prieta, Mexico.......................345 miles Ajo, Arizona......................................90 miles Caborca, Mexico.............................154 miles Ciudad Obregon, Mexico...............491 miles Guaymas, Mexico...........................408 miles Hermosillo, Mexico........................321 miles

Kino Bay, Mexico............................393 miles Las Vegas, Nevada..........................514 miles Los Angeles, California...................540 miles Lukeville, Arizona..............................66 miles Nogales, Mexico.............................287 miles Phoenix, Arizona............................217 miles San Carlos, Mexico.........................407 miles San Diego, California......................366 miles Santa Ana, Mexico.........................217 miles Sonoyta, Mexico..............................62 miles Tucson, Arizona..............................208 miles Yuma, Arizona................................260 miles Coastal Highway 003

This highway will run from Baja, California through Rocky Point to San Carlos. It is completed from El Golfo de Santa Clara to Rocky Point and from El Desemboque to Puerto Libertdad. Southern California visitors will be able to cut their driving time by using this beautiful, safe new highway! It is a nice, wide, 2-lane highway with rest stops, plenty of passing and wide shoulders for emergencies. See Driving to Puerto Peñasco at the beginning of this section.

PETS Only domestic animals (dogs & cats) are permitted into Mexico and you are allowed only two (2) animals per vehicle. You need to carry a copy of your pet’s current rabies vaccination certificate as you may be asked for it as you cross the border. Mexico has many stray animals roaming the streets so please keep an eye on your pet. Many pets are lost in Rocky Point each year due to unfamiliar surroundings and firework noise. If your animal is lost while visiting Rocky Point, we have found the best thing to do is scour the area where he/she was last seen. You can also pass out flyers to taxi drivers and water truck delivery men and post them all over town. Putting an announcement on the local AM and FM radio stations are also a good idea. Be sure you have a collar and tag on your animal as well as a current photo. Contrary to popular belief, your pet is not welcome at most establishments, especially where food is served. Please check with the staff before bringing your pet inside as the business can be fined for health violations.

RE-ENTERING THE UNITED STATES CLOSED MIDNIGHT - 6:00 AM Have your I.D. or Passport ready Bureau of Customs and Border Protection PO Box C, Lukeville, AZ 85341 (520) 387-5671, Fax: (520) 387-5309

Passports On June 1st, 2009, U.S. Citizens reentering the United States (via vehicle) from Mexico will be required to show their Passport, Passport Card, Enhanced Driver’s License, NEXXUS or SENTRI card. Everyone in the vehicle needs to provide one of the above forms if identificaton. Parents bringing their babies, who have not received their official birth certificate, may bring the temporary one issued by the hospital. Children 16 and under will be required to show a copy of their birth certificate. Wait Times Traffic is greatly increased during holiday and busy weekends. Please plan your trip accordingly. A good idea is to arrive a day early, and stay a day later. You can check border wait times on the internet at http://apps.cbp.gov/bwt Permitted Items 100 cigars, 200 cigarettes 1 liter (39.8 fl. oz.) of alcohol, per person, 21 yrs. or older. You are NOT permitted, at the Lukeville Port of Entry, to pay duty and import additional alcohol. This is a Pima County law, not an Arizona or U.S. state law, so check with the individual border crossing. Fruits and Vegetables: bananas, blackberries, cactus fruits, dates, dewberries, grapes, lychees, melons, papayas, pineapples, and strawberries. (Most citrus such as oranges and grapefruit are NOT permitted.) Vegetables are permitted, except for those on the prohibited list. Okra, however, is subject to certain restrictions. Nuts: acorns, almonds, cocoa beans, chestnuts, coconuts (without husks or milk), peanuts, pecans, pinons (pinenuts), tamarind beans, walnuts and waternuts. Seafood: 50 lbs. of fish or shrimp per vehicle. Avoid customs penalties by declaring all articles acquired in Mexico, and in your possession at the time of your reentry into the United States. If in doubt whether an article should be declared, always declare it first to the Customs Officer on duty. If you understate the value of an article you declare, you may have to pay a penalty in addition to the payment of duty. If you fail to declare an article, acquired in Mexico, not only is the item subject to seizure, but you will be liable for a personal penalty. You are entitled to a $800 exemption in a 30 day period. Articles totaling $800 may be entered free of duty, subject to limitations on liquor, cigarettes & cigars. Prohibited Items Agricultural items are prohibited if they can carry plant pests or animal diseases. Cuban Cigars Medicine requires a prescription, carry a copy of your U.S. prescription with you. Fruits and Vegetables: sugarcane, potatoes, Irish potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams. (Exceptions: Cooked potatoes and avocados without seeds, except in California.) Plants, Seeds and Soil: plants and seeds require special permits. Soil and some plants are prohibited. Check in advance with agricultural inspectors. (Exception: some dried plant parts for medicinal purposes are permitted.) Meat and Game: pork, raw and cooked, including sausages, cold cuts, skins, and

pork tacos is prohibited. (Exceptions: shelf-stable, canned pork and hardcooked pork skins (cracklings) are permitted.) Poultry: raw meat from both domesticated and game fowl is prohibited. (Exception: thoroughly cooked poultry is permitted.) Eggs: prohibited. (Exceptions: boiled and cooked eggs are permitted.) Game: check with agricultural inspectors in advance. Live Birds: wild and domesticated birds, including poultry are prohibited. To import personally owned pet birds, contact agricultural inspectors in advance. Straw: generally prohibited. This includes wheat straw, seeds, animal feed, and all articles made from this material. In addition to the excepted items listed above, many agricultural items are permitted if they pass inspection to be sure they are free of pests, soil and sand.

SHUTTLE SERVICES Daily shuttle service is available from the Phoenix and Tucson areas to Rocky Point and cities in-between. Please contact the companies directly for their schedules and rates. If you need door to door service, clarify that they offer that service and if you need to be picked up at the airport make sure that the shuttle has a permit to pick up passengers at the airport. Head Out to Rocky Point (602) 971-0166, Toll Free 866-443-2368 www.headouttorockypoint.com Lloyds Rocky Point Shuttle and Tours (623) 551-568-9001, Toll Free 866-568-9001 info@lloydsrockypointshuttle.com www.lloydsrockypointshuttle.com www.lloydsgrandtours.com Nena’s Transportation 388-7089 or (602) 442-6802 Located on Benito Juarez, N of the Baseball Stadium by Coffee Point Transportes Superior 383-3640 Calle Lazaro Cardenas, Esq. Benito Juarez Bus Station TNS/Estrella Blanca Sonoyta: Across the border on the west side of the street. 01-651-512-3374 At the Bus Station: 01-651-512-0784 Phoenix: 29th & VanBuren: 602-455-9522

TRAVEL BEYOND THE FREE ZONE Puerto Peñasco is located in the Free Zone, where you do not need vehicle/ tourist visas to visit. If you plan to travel beyond the Free Zone you will need the following: FMT (personal tourist visa) and your vehicle permit if you plan to drive. Personal Visa (FMT) Available at the I m m i g rat i o n Office in Sonoyta, on your right as you cross the border. They are open from 8:00 AM until Midnight. You will need to bring your birth certificate and/or valid driver’s license. You can either park on the U.S. side and walk across or you can go through the border and park. You will need to show your ID and fill out the necessary paperwork (it is in English and Spanish). Once you have filled out the paperwork you will take it over to Banca Serfin, pay approx. $195 pesos (per person) and return to the office to give them a copy. At this time you cannot obtain your FMT

in Peñasco, but the Immigration office can stamp your FM3 or FM2 for travel beyond the free zone. If you are flying into the airport you can obtain your FMT when you arrive at the Peñasco airport. By law, anyone who stays in Mexico for more than 72 hours, is required to have an FMT, whether you stay within the Free Zone or not. Automobile Visa If you plan to drive beyond the State of Sonora, you will need to obtain a permit for your vehicle. The cost for this permit is approx. $290 pesos. This can be done in Sonoyta or at the checkpoint outside of Guaymas. You will need the original and 3 copies of: • Registration, Title and the valid driver’s license of the vehicle owner • Credit card in the vehicle owner’s name • FMT, FM3, FM2, Passport or birth certificate • Leasing contract (if the vehicle is rented or leased), which must be in the name of the person importing the vehicle. If the vehicle belongs to a company, the papers certifying the employee works for the company. If you do not have a credit card you can post a bond payable to the Federal Treasury issued by an authorized bonding company in Mexico. As an alternative to posting bond you may make a cash deposit at Banco del Ejercito in an amount equal to the value according to the “Table of Vehicle Values for Bonding Companies.” At Banco del Ejercito your credit card will be charged approx. $30 USD. A cash deposit will also be accepted if you do not have a credit card. Your deposit plus any interest will be returned to you when you leave Mexico. You may choose to obtain a bond through an authorized Mexican bonding company located at all border crossings. The bonding company also assess taxes and processing costs for this service. The vehicle permit is good for 6 months and for any type of vehicle weighing under 3 tons. When departing Mexico, and if you are not planning to drive the vehicle back into Mexico, the permit must be canceled with Customs. If your car is found in Mexico, beyond the Free Zone, and beyond the authorized time, or without the appropriate papers, it will be confiscated. Always carry the importation permit with you when driving your vehicle into Mexico. Take it with you when you exit the vehicle - do not leave this document in your car. Make a copy and leave a copy in the car - same with your insurance. The sale, abandonment or use of the vehicle for financial gain, a criminal act, etc. will result in its confiscation. The vehicle may be driven by the spouse or adult children as long as they have the same immigration status. It is a good idea to get a notarized document, if you are driving a vehicle beyond the free zone that is not registered in your name, nor the owner is in the vehicle. It should simply state that the owner has given you permission to drive the vehicle, you may want to include the make, model, year, color and VIN number. The Rocky Point Times Newspaper strives to keep the information up-to-date. Laws, rules and info. change constantly, so if you notice an error, or have additional info., please let us know so that we may change the info. Contact us with questions or corrections at rptimes@ prodigy.net.mx or phone (480) 463-6255 or local 383-6325.

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Steve Schwab Reaches 10 Year Landmark for Mexico Children’s Foundation By Joe Houchin

On November 2nd Steve Schwab, owner of Sea Side Reservations started out on his annual charity walk from Phoenix, Arizona to Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico to raise funds for Mexico Children’s Foundation which he founded 10 years ago. Since its beginning, the foundation’s mission has been to help the children of needy families obtain medical services for serious and life threatening diseases and conditions. Over the decade of its existence the Mexico Children’s Foundation has provided funds that have helped over one hundred children, saved the lives of several and made emergency medical services available to many dozens more. Even more amazing is that the entire organization is run totally by volunteers allowing 100% of every dollar donated to go directly to helping the children. Even the director of the foundation is a volunteer. Soledad Mendez has run the organization since the beginning, and continues to run it from the office of her own business as a wedding planner. 2013 has been a landmark year in the foundation’s history in several areas: Over the decade, Steve’s companies have expanded throughout Mexico and, thus, so have the needs for services provided by the foundation. To better reflect those expanded needs, this year Steve changed the name of his foundation from Peñasco Children’s Foundation to Mexico Children’s Foundation.

This was also the year Steve completed the design of a software program he had worked on to carry out one of his long-held beliefs that distribution of donations to non-profit organizations should be completely transparent. The program he activated this year he believes provides the most transparency of any program around, tracking every dollar donated right down to the child and service on which the funds were spent.

Finally, this year marked Steve’s personal surpassing of 2,000 miles walking on his annual treks raising funds through the commitments of loyal donors who understand the importance of this worthy nonprofit organization and the good it has performed over the years.

Nine days after leaving Phoenix, on Monday November 11th around 2:30 in the afternoon, this former Army Ranger arrived at the designated Finish Point just north of the intersection of Samuel Ocaña on Highway 8 from Sonoyta complete with an impromptu escort from the Puerto Peñasco police department for the final mile of his journey. He arrived to the cheers of a crowd of appreciative folks consisting of Sea Side Reservations staff and executives, photographers, writers and reporters as well as several families whose children have received life saving services from Mexico Children’s Foundation.

Even as we all awaited his arrival, Steve’s leadership, generosity and concern for his employees, indeed, all humankind was obvious from the comments of those anticipating his arrival. From the conversations it was also clear that Steve leads by example, which is genuinely admired by every member of his company. Fatigue that one would expect from someone who has just walked over 200 miles at such an aggressive pace was not present in Steve’s eyes or actions, even though his trek included an encounter with a hungry coyote (which he fed), an angry wild dog (which allowed him space when Steve showed no fear), even a close encounter with a snorting Javelina (which he snorted back at). None of them derailed this trained Ranger from his mission. The reason for the brightness in his eyes on arrival was explained to us when he arrived after last year’s trek. Steve knew that a young girl named Ana Paula and her parents would be waiting for him with a warm hug and bouquet of flowers, a show of appreciation and love they had expressed every year since the foundation saved her life from a threatening brain tumor 10 years ago. “And that’s what it’s all about”, he said. Clearly, to Steve, Ana Paula represents the manifestation of his original vision of Mexico Children’s Foundation. For more details on the wonderful deeds of this non-profit organization and to learn how to make a donation or volunteer your time, please visit www.mexicochildrensfoundation.org.

This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

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¡Feliz Navidad y Próspero Año a Todos!

By Mark Paliscak

Wow, what an amazing and fun year we had in Rocky Point in 2013! It is hard to believe that another holiday season is upon us and 2013 is almost “hasta luego”! I sincerely hope that your 2013 was filled with much joy and happiness. Hopefully, your 2014 will have some more Rocky Point therapy planned for some kick-back relaxing days on our beautiful beaches. Well, it’s that time of the year again…GIVING. We just finished our Thanksgiving and now it is our special time to join and help those less fortunate than us…the poor right here in Rocky Point. Nine years ago, my family and I were traveling around the city and came upon the railroad tracks and were waiting a very long time for a train to come by. While we were waiting, we noticed the abundance of shacks that were pieced together with plywood, cardboard, wire and any miscellaneous scraps you think could be used to put a roof over someone’s head. I n s t i n c t i v e l y, instead of traveling over the tracks, we drove along the tracks fully taking in the most desperate of living conditions one could ever imagine. Children and adults were barely clothed and they all looked desperately hungry. Right on the spot we decided it was time to formulate a plan to help them. We came home and emailed our friends and family and co-workers and talked up the situation to anyone we would meet. Over the years, the charity has grown to become Personas Para Puerto Peñasco and has grown year to year enabling us to help out more and more people with food, clothing, blankets and most of all HOPE! We again have enlisted the help for this

year’s drive from the amazing folks at Swim Neptune of Arizona, Amerifirst Financial, Inc., Arizona Swimming, Bella Sirena Homeowners Association, Peñasco Luxury Rentals and many other Mexican and American businesses. This year’s theme is “WARM THE HEART”…we are gathering new and used clothing, blankets and shoes as well as food staples such as pasta, peanut butter, soup, canned tuna, etc. Please do an early spring cleaning of your cabinets and closets. If you have not used it in a year, most likely it is time to refresh and move the item along to someone who is in desperate need of it! It is truly amazing to see the difference a few boxes of pasta and a bag of clothes can do to someone’s life that has little or nothing. Likewise, while you are out holiday shopping this year, please find it in your heart to remember to pick up one or two items for the less fortunate. I assure you, whatever you give out will come back to you many times over. You are reading this article today and now because you are chosen to help make a difference in our world. YOU have the power to make a difference! YOU have the power to change a life! YOU have the power to make someone’s holiday season the best they have had in years…or ever! Donations are being accepted now at Peñasco Luxury Rentals in the Bella Sirena Resort right here in Rocky Point...just let the guys at the gate know that you are dropping off donations and they will point you in the right direction to drop them off. Thank

you Cathy & Scott Poturalski for helping collect these items in town. For those of you not making it down to Rocky Point before Christmas, please email me at mpaliscak@amerifirst.us and I would be thrilled to arrange to collect your gifts and donations and deliver them to Rocky Point in time for the holidays. Sam Levenson said it best and a great message for ALL OF US! For Attractive lips, speak words of kindness For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people. For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry. For beautiful hair, let a child run their fingers through it once a day. For poise, walk with the knowledge that you never walk alone. People, more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed, and redeemed. Remember, if you ever need a helping hand, you will find one at the end of each of your arms. As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself and the other for helping others.” God bless you all and may your holiday season be your best ever. HAPPY 2014 and see you at the beach! ADIOS AMIGOS!

Wow, it is already December, and that means Christmas is right around the corner. The Cholla Children’s Christmas party for children with a close association with Cholla Bay will be held on Saturday, December 14th at the clubhouse in Cholla. Last year about 120 kids came to this party and there will be at least that many this year. The children visit Santa and have their picture taken, receive a gift from Santa, choose a gift for their mom, enjoy popcorn, hotdogs, chips and drinks, play games for little prizes (everyone is a winner) and one of their favorite activity, break the piñatas. They all do so look forward to this party and for some of them; this is the only Christmas presents they will receive. Of course, to have this party we need donations. Mostly, we need money donations. But we also can use some toys and games for Santa’s gifts and prizes for the games. We can use prizes for the raffle. As for the Moms’ gifts we have quite a lot of jewelry for the mom’s (maybe you can’t have too much jewelry), but we can really use other things such as perfume, cosmetics and boutique items, anything you think the moms might like. The CBSC will furnish the food and drinks so that most of the money donated can go to the Mexican families who live in Cholla. Last year we were able to give 26,700 pesos to 33 families. As you can imagine this really helps to make their Christmas “Merry”. It is just a wonderful thing to give them and they really, really look forward to it and appreciate what we give them. Whenever possible, I give the money to the “mamacita”. Please make your check out to Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club (CBSC will do) or to me, Nancy Schmidli and mail it to Nancy Schmidli, 10645 W. Connecticut Ave., Sun City, Az. 85351. This will make your Christmas merrier, too!

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One Horned Moose and Early Times Part 2

By Rob Baylor

The next morning when we got up the sky had opened up and snow covered the ground, so it would be easy to track something. Had breakfast and headed out to the US/Canada border area to one of our favorite spots. Parked the truck and started walking down the trail and after a bit I thought I heard George mumbling some obscenities. I looked over and he was looking at his feet. He was wearing his bedroom slippers. Forget to change George? (He-He). Oh well. I shot a big bull elk and George decided he was going to claim it. That was OK because he had to leave for home soon (Las Vegas). He started to clean it out while I went back to the mountain truck to see if I could drive it in to the elk. All fenced in and no way I could find around it. I drove back to town and asked around and everyone said the same. Nope. I was hungry so I went to the house and made coffee and a sandwich and watched a soap on TV. When I got back to the fence I saw where someone else had spliced the wires so I undid them and drove right up to the elk. George asked what took me so long and for some reason got mad when I told him how good the coffee was. He was freezing in his slippers. We tried to load the elk into the back of my truck. I was sitting in the bed with a foot on each side of the tailgate pulling on his antlers and George was lifting and pushing. I had a sharp antler on each side of my family heirlooms poking into my inner thighs and I said. “Hold on George, wait a minute.” This elk is coming in there one way or another so don’t give me this hold on crap“. He kept pushing and I kept hollering and in came the elk. Now after all this fun what comes next? Early Times, flowing like there is no tomorrow. Off to town, elk head and horns hanging out the back, and we hit every bar in town showing off “George’s

Elk “. Do you know how much Early Times there was in Eureka, Montana? Lord have mercy. I think we drank it all. They had to call the distributor to get another shipment in. Word was all over town that Bear got an elk. Consequently the next day we didn’t get a very early start. I was hung over and that’s when George saw bear crap in the woods. He was a gruff stubborn guy and as we went down a road at a crawl sipping our beer and tomato juice, for the hangover, and I asked George if he had seen any fresh tracks. No, but there is a guy cutting wood down there. Come on George we are the only ones dumb enough to be up here. There is someone chopping wood I tell you, stop the truck. George got out and slipped and fell, still had his slippers on, and a big bull elk ran off. Wonder what kind of truck it had to load the wood in. I bet not a Mountain Truck like mine. The next day while driving along I saw some movement and stopped the truck. “What is it” George says. I think it is a bull and he is coming this way. George got out and got ready to shoot and then said, “That’s a cow”. No George it has horns so it’s a bull (hunting 101). I don’t see any horns are we looking at the same one? Turned out to be a one horned Bull Moose. There was a tree between us and I could see one side of it and George the other. More Early Times was in order. We were headed back to the house to eat and get ready for Night Fishing and a cow moose jumped on to the road in front of us. She started running down the road and I honked the horn and she would go faster. We came to a dead end and a stop sign and she ran into the sign and pushed it over and went down off the road into the trees. After having a few Early Times we found it pretty funny. George says, “Where were the police? She ran the stop sign and didn’t even slow down”. George skinned the elk out and took it to have a rug made out of it. He went back to Vegas and, around 3 months later, I took the rug down to him. He carried it all over Circus Circus where he worked, telling everyone “See the elk I shot in Montana”. I didn’t say anything after all he bought the Early Times.

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1,200 miles by bus through Mexico? Bring your laptop I have done my share of traveling around Mexico by bus. Some buses were nice and in some of the more remote areas, not so much. But, it is a very popular and inexpensive way to get around and can be very comfortable. I ran across this story and wanted to share... North of the border, Mexico’s infrastructure has a reputation as dilapidated and dangerous. But the country’s efficient and comfortable bus system tells a different story, as Lourdes Medrano explains. By Lourdes Medrano, Correspondent / July 14, 2013 Guanajuato, Mexico The image of old, rickety Mexican buses chugging two-lane roads in Hollywood films might have rung true in another era. But in modern Mexico, the bus system is an efficient, comfortable and inexpensive way of getting around the country. I first traveled long distance on Mexican buses more than 10 years ago, when my husband and I flew from Phoenix to Mexico City and, after spending some time in the capital, hopped on a bus to Querétaro and Guanajuato in the central region. On each leg of our trip, we encountered a luxurious bus with comfortable reclining seats, air conditioning, several screens to watch movies and ample overhead space. We gave kudos to our travel agent. The country’s bus system is even better now, though safety concerns linked to organized crime are now part of the traveling equation. But Mexico is a big country, something the State Department now acknowledges in travel warnings that point to specific trouble spots. With that in mind, in early July I boarded a bus with my 12-year-old son bound for the Guanajuato state capital, which I fell in love with all those years ago. We were the only members of our family with the time and inclination to go on a long bus ride from the border town of Nogales, Sonora to colonial Mexico. We usually travel south of the border by car or

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plane, so this would be an adventure. My son, who had been exposed to the more basic US bus travel at least once before, was impressed to discover Wi-Fi and a screen right in front of him when we got on a bus headed for Hermosillo, the capital of Sonora state. Much to his delight the familiar “Iron Man 2” was the featured movie. As Robert Downey Jr., rambled on in Spanish, my thoughts wandered to the story about the Arizona woman who spent several days in jail after being accused of smuggling marijuana under the seat of a Sonora bus headed for the border. Although we were going in the opposite direction, I instinctively checked under our seats. All clear. Three hours of riding and a couple hours’ waiting at the central de autobuses in Hermosillo later, we transferred to another bus that would take us to Guadalajara, Jalisco. This was the longest part of the trip, about 850 miles. I started to wonder if traveling through Sinaloa at night would be a good idea. The state is, after all, home to Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzmán’s powerful drug-trafficking organization. Even before leaving Arizona I had mulled over the idea of staying overnight in Guadalajara, Mexico’s second largest city. I decided against it. After all, incidents involving Mexican buses in recent years had happened in the northeastern region, not on the west coast.

My son and I slept through most of Sinaloa as the bus rolled through toll roads, considered safer both for buses and cars. Sinaloa’s cornfields gave way to Nayarit’s majestic mountains and about 22 hours later, the vibrant sights and sounds of Guadalajara came into view. Buses leave so frequently in this major hub that we quickly found a connection to Guanajuato, about 180 miles away. This, according to my son, was the “best bus ever.” Here, passengers not only got lunch but also had access to the Internet and individual screens where each could watch various movies or listen to music in English or Spanish. Oh, and you could play video games, which explained my son’s pleasant mood after so many hours on the road - and a few more at bus terminals. Some 1,200 miles and 30 hours after leaving Nogales, we arrived safely in Guanajuato and handed a bus attendant the ticket we’d been issued for our luggage. Though I’d heard the infrastructure is dismal in some parts of Mexico, the roads we traveled were robust. Bus drivers were courteous and professional. In all, the fare for both of us totaled about $220, with my son getting the usual 50 percent discount for minors. Our Guanajuato host picked us up, but bus terminals throughout the country are centrally located and finding a cab nearby is easy.

Christian Community Center - Living Stones Ministry

Sharing the Good News of the Gospel through Teaching, Inspiring, Facilitating, & Fostering Community Development By Karen Higgins

It is hard to believe that we are coming to a close of another year. It is always a time of year to reflect, and to look at the things that we have done well and the things that we have not done so well. We have been in our current location for the past two years, working with the people of the San Rafael neighborhood in many various ways, building relationships and working in many ministries. One of the ministries that we work in is the women’s microenterprise program. This program, though we had aspirations to develop in the future, came about by accident. We were having the kid’s activity time in the afternoons, and the while the kids would come to be a part of the activities, many mothers would come along with them to hang out and spend time. Rather than just have the mothers sit and watch, Anda Dillon

“Seven!” I exclaimed gaily, pointing at the sky.

who was the kid’s activity teacher at the time, also got the mother’s involved by showing them how to crochet and knit. These women created beautiful items such as hats, matching scarves, ponchos, etc. The program continued to grow, and from there, they also started to create items out of plastic bags. Some of these items are rugs, bags, and purses. The women also sew, many things, but their specialties are shopping bags and gift bags. We are absolutely amazed at the items that these women create. The problem then became…what to do with all these beautiful creations. We started to explore various avenues, and sought to help these women to sell the items they had made in order to help themselves their families. There are a couple of ways that these items can be viewed and purchased in order to support the women of the San Rafael neighborhood. Don’t forget that Christmas is coming up and we have some original handmade items available for a very inexpensive price.

The women of San Rafael have a booth at the Mermaid Market at the Shrimp Park the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the fall, winter, and spring months. The Mermaid Market starts at 10 A.M. and ends at 4 P.M. You can also come by the Christian Community Center and look at the beautiful items available for sale. Please look at our website or call for directions. Shop on our website www. livingstonesministrymexico.com. Another way you can help this program is by providing plastic bags, just regular plastic grocery store bags. We need yarn of all colors, fabric and thread, especially used textile type material for the gift bags. Living Stones Ministry is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit and donations are tax deductible. Please look at our website or call for directions to the Christian Community Center. Reach us at Karen.livingstonesminstry@gmail. com, www.livingstonesministrymexico.com, Mexico (011-521-638) 112-7695, Magic Jack (480) 243-8452, located at Calle Benito Juarez (Calle=street – this is not the main Boulevard Benito Juarez) and 64th Avenue in the San Rafael neighborhood.

And thus began our weekend in Rocky Point. I was back counting pelicans with my toes in the sand at my all-time favorite beach. It’s been my observation that pelicans fly exclusively in odd numbers, and I am constantly supporting my theory by counting them whenever they fly overhead. Some people find this irritating; luckily for me, Hubby finds it cute. Softly padding through the warm sand (cold Pacifico in my hand), I waded into the smoothas-glass ocean. I breathed in deeply, inhaling that rich, salty marine smell that means I am once again “home.” Birds flew overhead, and wait—-do I see a pod of dolphins to the South? We watched a small group of four or five dolphins jump and play as birds swooped overhead. Hubby found our umbrella, and I opened my magazine and relaxed Mexico-style with a Pacifico planted in the sand next to my beach towel. With us this weekend was our Springer Spaniel extraordinaire, Ruby the Wonder Dog. She loves the beach. Her tail never stopped wagging from the time we arrived until the time we had to go home. She chased bird shadows She swam gracefully at the water’s edge, emerging like some canine mermaid to shake cold water all over me and my reading materials. As I tried to nap after lunch, her boisterous tail filled my hair and ear with sand. Good dog! We escape to this beach whenever we are able. Since it is often a last-minute vacation, we do not consult the calendar for Puerto Peñasco events before hitting the road. This particular weekend happened to be the Annual Rocky Point Road Rally! This means 5000 (yes THOUSAND) motorcycles were about to descend on this sleepy beach town and take over the wharf area and Malecón. This has grown into a huge event with pounding music, Harley t-shirts for sale, a Harley parade, drinks for sale on the street, and a colorful crowd of locals, motorcycle owners, and accidental spectators such as ourselves. We listened to the loud biker festivities during dinner at Flavio’s. Hubby likes their Avocado Surprise, and I crave their Shrimp Stuffed Peppers. The place is not fancy by any means, but it’s right on the water and at night has a terrific view of the lights of Sandy Beach. Though we are Prius-driving, NPRlistening, middle-aged parents of three, we mingled easily with the Harley crowd and admired all of the amazing tricked-out motorcycles. Part of Rocky Point’s charm is that our weekend experiences there are always different. One day the ocean is so calm I can float on my back and not even spill the beer in my hand; the next day it’s roiling with huge foamy waves. One day you’ll see great flocks of pelicans fly overhead, and another day you’ll smile at the many jumping fish splashing about in the tide. This weekend’s surprises included the sound of a young girl practicing her violin on a nearby patio one afternoon. She appeared to be only eight or nine years old, but the string melodies wafting over the beach were lovely. We met many adorable, friendly dogs, and one that I was not so happy with when it lifted its leg on my beach chair! In the tideline, I found three of my favorite shells–two “coffee beans” and one alphabet cone. While searching the sky for shooting stars one night, we heard beautiful guitar music accompanied by a man singing Johnny Cash songs just a few patios down from ours. We listened until our eyelids grew heavy and our beers were empty. It’s always so hard to leave. Te amo, Mexico! Espero verte pronto de nuevo! I hope we will be able to return soon!

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Destiny Dance Academy Presents

Nutcracker Ballet to Puerto Peñasco December 14, 2013 By Joe Houchin

It’s a sure bet that Marius Petipa, considered by many as the most influential ballet master that ever lived, the original choreographer of The Nutcracker Ballet, never imagined that it would begin a Christmas tradition in a small beach side town in Mexico called Puerto Peñasco. In fact, after the unsuccessful first run of his ballet in 1892, in spite of the musical score by none other than Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Petipa probably questioned any possible future for his work. Of course, the good news for all of us is that it did, over the years, become a holiday tradition around the world. She was a 10 year old ballet student who excitedly performed in her first Nutcracker Ballet with the Ballet Arizona and loved it so much she continued performing in the Nutcracker every holiday season for many years. After college she worked for Ballet Arizona and had the opportunity to manage 150 children who were chosen by audition to perform in their annual presentation of Nutcracker. That little 10 year old girl is Marisa Arellano Velázquez, now all grown up, married and living in Puerto Peñasco as an accomplished choreographer and the owner and director of Destiny Dance Academy, a rapidly growing, award winning studio grooming students who have been recognized internationally in major competitions such as the Hollywood Dance Experience and the Disney Talent Showcase, so far. Marisa’s excitement about presenting The Nutcracker Ballet bubbles over as she talks about such aspects as beginning rehearsals back in September, choreographing and training her 60 students, ages 3 to 17 years, all of whom will be dancing in the production, and her emotions regarding which she likes more: having performed in the production for so many years vs. choreographing it. When you watch her working with the kids during rehearsal as we did, it looks like choreography is winning over her preferences. This production represents the first time The Nutcracker Ballet has been performed in its entirety in Puerto Peñasco and everyone hopes it will become a holiday tradition as it is in cities around the world. There will be two performances on Saturday, December 14, 2013; a matinee at 1:00 pm and an evening performance at 6:00 pm. The venue is the Municipal Auditorium on Benito Juarez across the street from City Hall. Tickets are $100 pesos until December 13th and can be purchased at Destiny Dance Academy studio located in Plaza Fremont on Fremont

Blvd. The studio is located across from Bancomer located in the Plaza. Tickets will be $120 pesos at the door on the 14th. Destiny Dance Academy is working with DIF and will be donating a portion of the proceeds to the DIF organization. The additional profits from the show will go toward the purchase of a dance floor for the studio which will cover the hard tile surface currently used. The new rubberized flooring is necessary to protect the dancers’ bones as they grow and become more advanced. Raffle tickets are also being sold for a chance to win some nice donated prizes as another way to raise funds for the new flooring. Tickets can be purchased for $5.00 USD at the dance studio when you buy tickets to the ballet. They will also be available for sale at the auditorium before the show and during intermission. Marisa included that anyone who would like to donate a prize for the raffle can call 638384-3403. So far the prizes include a wine basket, a nicely framed work of art, a MAC makeup gift basket, and a Mary Kay makeup gift basket. Marisa is presenting the full version of the ballet which was brought to renewed life in America in 1954 when George Balanchine considered to be the father of American ballet, introduced his version in New York. The cast includes all 60 students, some performing multiple roles and dances, plus 11 more volunteers made up of eight dedicated parents (four couples) who will dance the parents waltz in the opening scene, and three boys aged 7-11 will be playing party guests. One of the dancing parents, Tony Mendivil will play the role of Uncle Drosslemeyer who gives the nutcracker to his niece Clara as a Christmas present. The lead role of Clara is actually played by 9 year old Silvana Mendivil, Tony’s daughter, and company member who won a scholarship at the Hollywood Dance Experience competition in Phoenix earlier this year. Three advanced dancers will perform en pointe in the roles of The Sugar Plum Fairy, played by Daney Guzman, The Snow Queen by Valeria Casanova and The Dew Drop Princess by Laura Casanova. The Nutcracker Prince (who slays the mouse king and saves Clara) is played by Andrés Ochoa. This production will feature very colorful costumes, some ordered from a professional costume company out of Los Angeles, and others custom made right here in Peñasco by a very talented local seamstress. The photos that include costumes taken during a recent rehearsal represent only a portion of the costumes that will be showcased during the performance. Summary: What: The Nutcracker Ballet presented by Destiny Dance Academy When: Saturday December 14, 2013 at 1:00 pm and again at 6:00 pm (two performances) Where: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: $100 pesos at Destiny Dance Academy in Fremont Plaza (until December 13th). $120 pesos at the door on Saturday Raffle Tickets: Also available for $5.00 USD from Destiny Dance Academy and before the show and during intermission at the auditorium. Proceeds: Portion to DIF; balance toward protective flooring for the studio. For more information please call: 638-384-3403. Please support our cultural arts in Puerto Peñasco. Your support greatly benefits the entire community, especially our younger generation.

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Mike & Eilene Bibb Bear Crosses for Casa Hogar; Top Off Sister María’s September By Joe Houchin

Sister M a r í a Del Buen Consejo, M o t h e r Superior of Casa Hogar home for the elderly, had an exciting month in S e pte mb e r ! S h e celebrated her birthday on the 16th, and the month was topped off with the installation of two new crosses and a statue of the Virgin of Guadalupe, an event that moved her deeply and it showed.

The crosses are not just any crosses. They were handmade by Mike Bibb, who, with his wife Eilene, has installed 16 of his works in and around Puerto Peñasco so far. During every trip Mike finds a new location for his art, takes exact measurements, and then returns to his home in Safford, Arizona to begin the detailed design and building of these gems of craftsmanship.

Woodworking was Mike’s hobby throughout his career with UPS, so when he retired he began channeling his woodworking expertise toward creating and donating crosses to churches of all sizes who are in need. Mike creates his crosses with such great detail the finished piece is a veritable work of art, which he gladly and generously hangs for posterity on the walls of any religion-based organization that requests one. Rocky Point benefits the most as the Bibbs’ favorite destination.

Turkey Breast with southwestern corn bread dressing

By Chef Mickey 2012 Iron Chef Winner!

Hello everybody, this is your friend Chef Mickey, we hope that everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner, and weekend with your family and friends!! For this month I’m writing a turkey dinner recipe because I understand that a lot of people like to have a turkey dinner for Christmas also.

Ingredients & Procedure

When the Bibbs roll into town from Safford, you can count on two things: a lot of laughter from Mike’s satirical adlibs, and that one or more of our institutions will be blessed with one or more of Mike’s stunning custom made crosses. It’s always a special occasion for everyone in attendance, and a much anticipated event for the recipients, as in the case of Sister María. Sister María was so excited and grateful back in July when she learned that her long held desire to have a cross mounted on the front entrance archway and in the dining room was going to become a reality as Mike looked around the facility asking exactly where she would like the cross to be hung. When he and Eilene returned in September with the finished works of art, they brought their longtime travel friends Norm and Shirley Moffitt who have helped them hang crosses in Puerto Peñasco on previous occasions. This trip, however, Mike and Eilene also brought a special surprise gift for the good Sister and Casa Hogar.

After installing the beautifully precision welded and coated metal cross on the archway outside, the large group of onlookers, made up of the staff and volunteers, the patron sponsor of Casa Hogar, Rubén Rodriguez; Kory Bonini, the indispensable catalyst for this and other installations by the Bibbs; Father Jorge Lopez from the new Iglesia de San Francisco next door, and almost all of the 23 residents moved into the dining room to continue watching Mike and Norm attach the cross to the wall inside.

Father Jorge read a passage from the Bible and christened the cross and Virgin of Guadalupe with Holy Water before they were placed on the wall. One look at Sister María tells you of her gratitude as she told the gathering that this day was her greatest day since arriving at Casa Hogar three years ago. She conveyed the depth of her feelings in that moment to the point of causing goose bumps on those around her. As it turns out, Mike and Eilene weren’t the only ones packing a surprise gift that day. To show their appreciation for all the work and generosity of Mike and Eilene, Sister María presented them with a really beautiful handmade sea shell cross adorned with some most unique shells! And that was a wrap on a Saturday in September that was brightened by more than just sunshine.

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• 5 Cups coarsely crumbled corn bread • 4 English muffins, coarsely crumbled • 3 Mild green chilies, roasted, peeled, seeded and chopped • 1 Red bell pepper, roasted, peeled, seeded and chopped • 3/4 Cup pine nuts toasted • 1 t Chopped fresh cilantro • 1 T Chopped fresh parsley • 1 1/2 t Chopped fresh basil • 1 1/2 t Chopped fresh thyme • 1 1/2 t Chopped fresh oregano • 1 Pound Italian turkey sausage • 3 Cups chopped celery • 1 Cup chopped onion • 2 to 4 T turkey broth • 1 bone-in turkey breast (5-6) pounds • 2 T minced garlic • 1/2 Cup chopped fresh cilantro • Non stick cooking spray 1. In large bowl, combine corn bread, muffins, chilies, red pepper, pine nuts, cilantro, parsley, basil, thyme & oregano. Set aside 2. In large skillet, over medium-high heat, sauté turkey sausage, celery and onion for 8 to 10 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Combine turkey sausage mixture with corn bread mixture, add broth if mixture is too dry. Set aside 3. Loosened skin on both sides of turkey breast, being careful not to tear skin, leaving it connected at breast bone. Spread one T garlic on the loosened skin over each breast half, repeat procedure spreading 1/4 cup cilantro over each breast halve. 4. Place turkey breast in 13x9x2 - inch roasting pan lightly coated with non stick cooking spray. Spoon 1/2 stuffing mixture under breast cavity. Spoon remaining stuffing into 2-quart casserole lightly coated with non stick cooking spray. Set aside. Roast turkey breast uncovered, at 325º for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until meat thermometer registers 170º in deepest portion of breast. Bake remaining stuffing uncovered, along with turkey breast during last 45 minutes and then you have it. I hope you enjoy making this recipe like I did. Chef Mickey will be serving a special 4 course meal for New Year’s eve , we invite you to make your reservations at (011-52-638) 388-9500 (strongly suggested). On behalf of Chef Mickey’s place and family, we want to wish everybody a Wonderful Happy Holiday Season and a Happy New Year!

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By John C. Fowler

The Santa Claus Club has been providing food, clothes, toys, bicycles, school supplies, and household items to the needy families of Puerto Peñasco for the past 31 years. For the first 24 years we held a Christmas Party in Cholla Bay on Christmas Day. In 2007 we changed our format to a year round program. We now provide our services door to door on a weekly basis. This also gives us a better understanding of the needs of the families we are trying to help.

From 2007 thru the third quarter of 2013, the Santa Claus Club has passed out 6117 food bags with 248,010 pounds of food, 2791 bicycles, gave 32,059 children toys, gifts and school supplies and passed out 99,645 pounds of clothes. In 2013 thru the third quarter, we have passed out 1066 food bags with 42,640 pounds of food, 337 bicycles, gave 4,427 children toys and school supplies and passed out 32,420 pounds of clothes. Besides the items we keep totals on, we have passed out thousand of pairs of shoes, blankets, towels and sheets. We have also made donations to the Casa Hogar (seniors home), Bomberos of Rocky Point, Red Cross, Santa Fe Clinic, Santa Maria Clinic, Clinic San Jose, Sandy Beach Clinic and the DIF Orphanage. We are working year round collecting items for delivery into the barrios. If you have anything to donate, it can be dropped off at the Baja Hotel in Peñasco or JJ’s Cantina in Cholla

Bay. We have fund raisers several times a year: Chili Cook-off at Playa Bonita and JJ’s Cantina. Garage Sale at Playa Bonita and JJ’s Cantina, Over the Line Softball Tournament on Sandy Beach sponsored by Baja Hotel and Cantina, One Club Golf Tournament sponsored by JJ’s Cantina and an Auction on Thanksgiving weekend at JJ’s Cantina. Thanksgiving weekend, we are having the Garage Sales on Nov. 28 Thursday and Nov. 30 Saturday. The Auction is Friday Nov. 29 due to the ASU vs. U of A football game. Garage Sales are 8am to 2pm and the Auction starts at 1pm. Drop off items for either event at JJ’s Cantina. The Santa Claus Club has a web site www. santaclausclub.org with pictures and totals of goods delivered into the barrios. 2013 totals are updated on a quarterly basis. You can e-mail us at santaclausclub@ hotmail.com. There is also information of facebook under John C Fowler III. If you have any questions about our family of people trying to make a difference, call us at 602-840-1528. TO JOIN OR REJOIN THE 2013 SANTA CLAUS CLUB, FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW AND RETURN IT TO JOHN FOWLER, P.O. BOX 5, LUKEVILLE, AZ. 85341. OUR DUES ARE ONLY $20.00 A YEAR (ABOUT THE COST OF 1 CUP OF COFFEE A MONTH FOR THE YEAR. ANYTHING EXTRA IS GREATLY APPRECIATED. 100% OF YOUR DONATION IS USED FOR THE FAMILIES IN THE BARRIOS. ON BEHALF OF THE FAMILIES THAT BENEFIT FROM YOUR GENEROSITY. MUCHAS GRACIAS.

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General José María Morelos y Pavón By Rosarie Salerno

José María Morelos (September 30, 1765 - December 22, 1815) born in Mexico, he grew up in a lower-class family. His racial makeup included part Indigenous, Spanish and African heritages. His father was a carpenter and he worked as a laborer, a farmer and a muleteer. He entered seminary school at San Nicolasto de Obispo in the current state of Michoacán, at the same time Miguel Hidalgo was the dean of the collage. Morelos was ordained a Roman Catholic priest in 1797. Shortly after Miguel Hidalgo gave the famous speech, El Grito, in 1810, Morelos joined him. Then, in 1811, after the execution of Miguel Hidalgo on July 30th, Morelos took leadership over the insurgents, and continued fighting the War of Independence Hidalgo had initiated. Unlike Hidalgo, Morelos preferred a smaller, well-armed and disciplined army. He demonstrated his ability as a brilliant strategist; he won 22 victories within his first 9 months of leadership. He also had a different vision than Hidalgo’s. He did not allow sympathizer’s homes or the Churches to be looted; he pursued allies from the wealthy Creoles and the Spanish in addition to the poor and the enslaved. His mission was a unified free Mexico rather than having allegiances to cities or regions. He strove for a formal declaration of independence from Spain, equality for all Mexicans and the continued involvement of the Catholic Church in the affairs of Mexico. Under his leadership the Congress of Anahuac was organized. For the most part, Morelos spent his time in the field; he did, however, have representatives engaged in the meetings of Congress on his behalf. In 1813, Félix Calleja, the Spanish general responsible for capturing Hidalgo, organized a strong and systematized assault on Morelos and his rebels. He was very aggressive; crushing the rebellion, capturing towns and executing the prisoners. By the end of 1813 the revolutionists were on the defensive; after they lost a key battle at

Valladolid. Within the first few months of 1814 the Spanish had Morelos on the run, due to their overwhelming number of soldiers and firearms. One of Morelos’ duties as Commander was to protect and escort the Congress while they were on the move. His job was to keep them one step ahead of the Spanish Army, avoiding their capture. However, the Spanish eventually did catch up and a battle occurred between them at Texmalaca, Veracruz. Morelos fought courageously; holding off the Spanish, long enough, to allow the Congress to escape. Unfortunately, he was captured during the battle; put in chains and taken to Mexico City for his trial and excommunication from the Church. He was executed on December 22, 1815. Two of his lieutenants, Vicente Guerrero and Guadalupe Victoria, maintained the fight for independence after his death. José Maria Morelos is considered one of the greatest commanders of the Mexican War of Independence. Through his efforts the first Mexican document of independence, known as the Solemn Act of the Declaration of Independence of North America, was signed by the newly formed Congress in 1813. The state of Morelos and the city of Morelia are named for him, as well as many other places. His body is resting in Mexico City, along with Miguel Hidalgo, in the mausoleum located at the base of the Monument of Independence.

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Is Mike off his Medication Again? By Mike Bibb

After reviewing the September Rocky Point Times «Our Contributing Writers» section in which brief biographies of a dozen feature authors was posted, I was astounded my picture - actually a generic sketch of what someone thinks I should look like - was included among the gallery of portraits. While I may not possess the facial distortions of Cap›n Greg or the innocent appearance of Lannette, I believe it is obviously safe to assume that I›m infinitely better looking than Joe Houchin, who seems to frequently grace the paper›s pages. This is not meant to be a derogatory reflection upon his rapidly receding hair line, instead a simple statement of fact. Joe›s a nice guy and willing to assist in any endeavor asked of him, but let›s face it, somewhere along the way the process of evolutionary «handsomeness» must have gotten derailed. At least my picture plainly shows a perfectly formed cow lick crowning a very distinctively shaped head. God has blessed me in this way. However, I understand a different picture has been substituted; one which the editors of the paper must believe reflects a more positive likeness of my image A Grotesque/Gargoyle looking creature, menacingly perched atop some kind of pedestal. If that›s what management thinks I look like, then I›m fine with it - as long as they continue to publish my articles. The bio also made reference to my continuing struggle with numerous mental disorders - some real and some intentionally fabricated for expediency. You see, out of necessity I›ve often been compelled to act in an apparent deranged manner in order to protect my secret government identity. And this was a requirement long before the recent DEA gun running, NSA and IRS scandals grabbed the headlines. Although not actually enrolled in the witness protection program, I was clandestinely recruited by a black-op government agency code-named ZIPPITDAMNIT, an acronym for «Don›t Tell Anyone Anything About Nothing That You Didn›t See Or Hear.» I know, the letters don›t seem to fit the title but that helps keeps the organization hidden from prying eyes. Consequently, the witness protection story was just a ruse to deflect attention from my official/unofficial assignment. My mental stability, however, has always been a matter of contention. Even as far back as elementary school I can recall Mrs. Warden (in those days teachers didn›t have first names) my 3rd grade teacher, admonishing me to get up off the floor and quit slithering around like a barn snake in search of a mouse. I assured her it wasn›t my intention to act in such a bizarre manner, but for some unexplainable reason I felt compelled to crawl under the desks, continually sticking out my tongue in order to sense the presence of a small rodent sized meal. She wasn›t amused and ordered me to counseling. My parents were also informed of my erratic behavior, but dad simply replied that he didn›t think it was any big deal as similar conduct was not unusual in the Bibb household. I later found out both my brother and younger sister had involuntarily participated in some kind of hushhush experimental drug testing which eventually altered their DNA composition to more closely resemble a reptile than a homo sapien. This would probably account for the annual shedding of their skin and the constant in-and-out darting of the tongue. Not that it mattered, but I think dad was paid 30 or 40 dollars by the drug companies as compensation for donating my siblings to the betterment of science. Fifteen years later, I found myself in the USMC sloshing through the rice paddies of Vietnam, and covered with something called Agent Orange. «Don›t worry» my sergeant assured me, «the stuff is harmless.» Maybe not as harmless as thought. He was soon hospitalized with a nervous disorder and I was tagged

with having a newly defined malady called PTSD, which I thought meant Permanent Transfer to San Diego. Little did I imagine I would eventually end up in a Navy psychward, being forced fed handfuls of mind altering pills and then required to tell the doctor if an ink blotch smeared upon a white piece of paper more closely resembled the Orion Constellation or spider veins on the back of nurse Sylvia›s calves. Actually, I couldn›t tell the difference because I had no idea what the Orion Constellation was and nurse Sylvia›s calves were not really very distinguishable to my drugged state of mind. So, I just guessed the Orion thing. Apparently, that was the wrong answer and I would continue to remain under doctor›s supervision for another three years. It wasn›t until representatives of the CIA visited the hospital in search of «volunteers» for a super sensitive covert operation designed to subvert internet sexting activity between the White House and certain congressional interns. I was recruited as a «mole» to infiltrate various top level computer files while at the same time presenting the unassuming image of an ordinary pizza delivery guy who just happened to stumble into the vault of our nation›s most sensitive records and hard drives. Not an easy thing to do when carefully juggling a three topping pan crust pie. Things went reasonably well until I discovered my supervisor was a «counter mole,» working for the opposition. His mission was to alter all the intelligence information I had gathered by reversing the osmosis of the photosynthesis and substituting bogus data into the department›s subliminal mainframe. This would give the appearance of an actual interlocutory transmission but no pertinent cells or cyber follicles would transfer onto the browser, resulting in a default within the high-tech apparatus and unsecuring all external links for possible viral infestation. It all sounds very complicated, but simply boils down to a multiple series of 0›s and 1›s, placed in proper sequence as to produce a meaningful message to anyone capable of deciphering such gibberish. The term «whistleblower» had not been officially sanctioned yet, consequently upon my arrest I was simply referred to as a traitor and promptly tossed into a heavily guarded small room, a dozen floors below the Supreme Court›s washroom. There I would patiently await my sentencing, since any prospect of a jury of my peers had been overruled, based upon a 14th century case law in Bulgaria which said, in part, «No person charged with whistleblowing - aka treason - while in the performance of his said duties shall be allowed the customary practice of a trial, but instead his guilt or pretended innocence will be determined by a panel of nine senile men and women, costumed in flowing black robes and speaking in tongue.» I don›t remember much after that until I reawakened from my drug induced stupor, sprawled upon a beach in a foreign land with a copy of the Rocky Point Times clinched securely in my convulsing hand. I was later told such activity really wasn›t all that unusual in this part of the world, but normally several bottles of Tecate would be seen scattered about the semi-breathing carcass. To have a local newspaper lying inexplicably in close proximity was, indeed, a very uncommon occurrence. But such is fate. After regaining consciousness and restoring sufficient equilibrium to at least partially stand upright, I scanned the local chronicle and immediately discovered there appeared to be an urgent need for a mentally challenged, pharma saturated contributing writer to help bring balance to an otherwise sane publication. Apparently the staff at the RP Times had similar thoughts and recognized an opportunity to expand its readership to include the quasi-coherent underworld of the tormented mind. According to Sandy O›Hare, owner and editor of the local paper, my qualifications and experiences more than exceeded her wildest expectations.

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Shop Downtown Ajo

The next time you’re looking for a new place to explore, why not make it Ajo? A visit to our historic downtown will definitely make your trip worthwhile. Ajo is the heart of the Sonoran Desert and downtown Ajo is the heart of our community. The graceful historic plaza was built in 1917 under the direction of Colonel John Greenway’s wife Isabella. The Spanish Colonial Revival style town square features a central park surrounded by retail shops, businesses, a post office, library and restaurants accented with two missionstyle churches. The Catholic Church was built in 1924 and the Federated Church in 1926. The plaza with its beautiful park is truly Ajo’s town center—a place for festivals and celebrations, morning walks, and meeting friends for coffee. We invite you to stop and shop leisurely, walk about and enjoy the discovery of our varied retail businesses.

ART STOP is located in the southeast corner of the Ajo Plaza. The Art Stop gift shop offers a wide variety of jewelry, crafts and fine art by local and regional artists. The shop is filled with gift items including beaded jewelry accented with metal elements, fused glass earrings and pendants, handmade bird houses, copper wire sculptures, small paintings, note cards and more. The shop also features paintings, woodcarvings, and baskets by renowned Tohono O’odham artists Michael Chiago, Felix Juan, Joseph Juan, and Mary Pablo. Prices of items in the shop range from a few dollars up to $200. Be sure to browse the artwork in the Plaza Gallery, located in the entrance foyer to the gift shop, and check out the Print Shop located in the back of the gift shop, which provides a number of services including printing your favorite photos. A festive Holiday Show will be in the Plaza Gallery beginning December 6th. The opening reception will be Friday, December 6, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. Any artist wanting to submit work for the show (all work must be for sale) can drop off their work at the gallery on December 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Hours: Monday-Friday 10AM-5PM, Saturday 11 AM-3 PM, closed Sunday. 520-387-6858 www.isdanet.org Email: gallery@isdanet.org. THE AJO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VISITOR CENTER AND GIFT SHOP is

located at the end of the Historic Ajo Plaza inside the Train Depot at 1 West Plaza Street in Ajo. The building is open 6 days a week and is closed on Sundays.

Hours of operation are 9 AM to 4 PM. There are extended hours for events and festivals. Please see the Ajo Chamber of Commerce website for more details at www.ajochamber.com. The Visitor Center is fully ADA-accessible with on-site parking, public bathrooms and bicycle facilities. The gift shop is open and is brimming with trinkets and treasures representative of the surrounding desert environment. A rustic figurine of a javalina with a mischievous grin or a jackrabbit with long ears and soft whiskers don the many shelves. Take home an original painting with a sprawling desert landscape created by one of the many local artists. Feeling adventurous? Try some of our Prickly Pear cactus candy, or take some home for a friend. There is something for everyone available here.

REPEAT PERFORMANCE-SELECTBRAVO! When you find something

special in a place you didn’t expect, it’s fun to share the news. That’s the case with Ajo’s newest shop, Repeat PerformanceSelect. Find that something special in this beautifully designed shop, offering an intriguing and unique blend of gently used men’s and women’s quality clothing, jewelry, accessories, holistic and metaphysical products and original artwork by local artists. A place that caters to both your inner and outer self. New items arrive weekly. Gift certificates are available for purchase.

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Shop Downtown Ajo (con’t ) Repeat Performance – Select is located in the southeast corner of the plaza. Open Tuesday through Friday 10 AM to 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM-3PM. Closed Sunday and Monday. 520387-4948 See us on FB Ajo Repeat Performance

VASQUEZ NORTH OF THE BORDER is located in the northwest corner of the plaza. Vasquez North is owned and operated by Eric Alegria who previously managed Vasquez in Sonoyta, Mexico. The shop sells hand crafted Mexican arts and crafts from all regions of Mexico. “I would love to see some of my friends and customers from Mexico, so stop by and say ‘Hi’.” Shop Vasquez North for quality products and enjoy the beautiful plaza setting. No passport required. Store hours are Wednesday – Saturday 11 AM - 3PM. (520) 834-5167. AJO COPPER NEWS BOOKSTORE AND ART GALERY is an independent

bookstore located at 10 Pajaro Street, the building with the big blue mural. Store hours are 10 AM- 5 PM Monday through Friday. The closest bookstore to Rocky Point, the Ajo Copper News Bookstore sells used and new books: Science fiction, westerns, romance, and suspense novels, as well as many books

about the Southwestern desert. The store also offers basic office supplies, their own line of Ajo postcards, magazines, original art and gift items.

AJO FLOWER SHOP AND GIFT SHOP

offers a variety of gifts and knickknacks that you wouldn’t think a flower shop would have. Every season the shop creates different scenarios and gift ideas for every occasion. With the wide variety of fresh flowers, the flower shop can create a beautiful arrangement for any special moment or celebration. Located at 11 Pajaro St. the store is open Monday- Friday 10 AM-5 PM (520) 387-7276.

AJO RESALE is a non-profit enterprise

created to support Ajo community needs. The shop offers you a chance to discover unusual collectables and find creative holiday decorations. New items arrive daily including housewares, furniture, clothing and much more. Every Wednesday is Bargain Day! Gift certificates can be purchased for someone special to have a fun time looking through the inventory of great items on display. Located on the east side of the plaza the shop is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 10AM-5PM and Wednesday 12 Noon -5PM. Sometimes open on Sunday. (509) 951-4474.

Ajo Book Store

We are an independent bookstore located at 10 Pajaro Street, the building with the big blue mural. Our hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. We are the closest bookstore to Rocky Point. We carry used and new books;

science fiction, westerns, romance, and suspense novels as well as many books on our Southwestern desert. We also carry basic office supplies, our own line of Ajo postcards, magazines, art and a few gifts.

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GENERALINFORMATION ATV’s ATV’S ARE NOT PERMITTED ON CITY BEACHES Please follow these rules when riding ATV’s in Rocky Point. • Helmets recommended • Only 2 persons per ATV • No riding after dark • Driver’s must be 16 yrs. of age • Do not race, jump, do wheelies, etc. • Do not drink and drive DO NOT RIDE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS Main Blvd. Benito Juarez Blvd. Fremont or in the Old Port

You will be fined if riding in these areas. Fines are to be paid only at the police station.

$$ BANKING & MONEY $$ Typical Bank Hours Mon.-Fri. open 8:30 or 9 AM, close 4 or 5 PM Saturday 9 or 10 AM - 2 PM Banks do not offer Safety Deposit Boxes BANKS IN PUERTO PEÑASCO BANAMEX Sucursal Pinacate Blvd. Benito Juárez & Campeche 383-3943 or 383-4830 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Blvd. López Portillo 388-5842 or 388-5844 BANCOMER 383-2947 or 383-2430 Blvd. Benito Juárez & V. Estrella and in Plaza Fremont BANORTE 383-5955 • Blvd. Benito Juárez 388-6901 • Blvd. Fremont & Sinaloa SANTANDER SERFIN 383-2091 or 383-4288 Blvd. Benito Juárez & Calle 13 Hwy. 85, north of town ATM MACHINES ATM’s are located at the banks and have 24 hr. access. They give pesos only. When the machine prompts Pesos? Dollars? you must select pesos or your transaction will be aborted. There are U.S. ATM machines in Ajo, Why and Lukeville, AZ. CHECKS & CREDIT CARDS Most merchants do not accept U.S. checks and they are not cashable at banks or money exchanges. Some merchants do accept credit cards, but check first and ask if there is an additional charge. MONEY EXCHANGE All merchants accept USD. If you would like to exchange your dollars into pesos you can do so at one of the banks or at the money exchanges. Depending on the exchange rate, sometimes you are better off paying in USD or pesos, you will have to do the math. TRAVELERS CHECKS Travelers Checks are accepted by some merchants, but are not cashable at any bank in Puerto Peñasco. U.S. BANKS Closest U.S. bank to Puerto Peñasco National Bank 101 La Mina Avenue, Ajo, AZ 85321 (520) 387-7616 Mon.-Thurs. 9-4, Fri. 9-5 They do not exchange pesos or Canadian $

WIRE SERVICE You can send money to a person in Rocky Point, from the U.S., by using MoneyGram or Western Union. MoneyGram transfers are picked up at

Coppel Department Store on Ave. Constitucion (across from Super Ley grocery store). It must say Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico and the receipent must have a driver’s license or a passport and the transaction number to retrieve the money. Western Union transfers may be picked up at the local post office during business hours, must show proof of ID. You cannot wire money to a bank for someone who does not have an account.

CAMPING DRY CAMPING There are a few places to dry camp on the beach north and south of Rocky Point, but really nowhere in city limits except on Sandy Beach next to The Reef. RV PARKS Almost all of the RV Parks in Puerto Peñasco offer tent camping. There are three oceanfront rv parks with services available and many more in town or with an ocean view. Oceanfront RV parks are: Cholla Bay - The Reef El Mirador - Playa de Oro Sandy Beach - Playa Bonita Pets are allowed on the beaches and at the RV parks. Dogs must be leashed and please pick up after them. See “Pets” in this section for more information. Please call the individual park for their rates and reservations.

CHURCHES 7th Day Adventist Church Pastor Antonio Espinoza Altamirano #190 Worship Saturday 9:30am Adonai Comunidad Cristiana Lucero Viuda de Morúa #257 between López Mateos & Healy Col. Luis Donaldo Colosio Tel. 638.383.3865 www.adonaicc.net Assembly of God 383-3364 Ave. Luis Encinas & 27th Street Apostolic Church Constitucion Ave. & 15th Street Grupo Unidad Cristianos de Peñasco Pastor Ernesto Portugal 383-2240 North on Benito Juarez to Simon Morua, turn right (east), 1 blk. past Ace Hardware, turn right, church is on your left before Melchor Ocampo. English Headphone available Sunday Services 9:30am-11:15 & 11:30-1:30 Thursday: 7:30 - 9:00pm Church office hours Monday - Friday 9:30am to 2:00pm Peñasco Christian Fellowship 383-4513 ask for Stan or Becky Tedrow On Melchor Ocampo, 1/2 blk. E. of Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez. Bilingual Services Sunday Services: 10am and 11:15am Wednesday Services: 7:00pm Family of God Christian Fellowship Non-Denominational Worship Services 383-3480 Blvd. Costero N 2000A, Fracc. Las Palomas English Services, Everyone Welcome Spanish Translation Offered Sunday Services: 9:00am Iglesia Sagrado Corazon de Jesus (Sacred Heart Church) Paseo V. Estrella in Old Port. Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 388-6244 Stadium road, on the left side just before Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez, behind COFESA Sunday-English 9:30AM

Mormon Church 18th St & Cuauhtémoc Ave Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe 383-2959 Calle 20 Simon Morua Sunday Services: 8:00 am and 10:00 am 1:00 pm, 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm Rocky Point Bible Church Iglesia Ev. Nuevo Nacimiento Pastor Manuel Agundez Blvd. Samuel Ocaña between San Luis and Guillermo Prieto Services in Spanish, but many English speaking groups attend to translate Services Sunday and Wednesday and Bible Study Groups Children’s Ministry every Saturday in Colonia Nueva Good News Club with Esperanza de Vida San Francisco Blvd. Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez Sunday Service: 11:00 am San Judas Tadeo near old Cholla Bay Road Sunday Services: 5:00 pm San Martin de Porres Ave. Luis Encinas Sunday Services: 9:00 am Templo La Hermosa 383-7130 Pastor Carlos Gracian Located next to the new cemetery Sunday Services: 10:00 am WEDDINGS: You need the proper documentation to be legally married in Mexico. Please see the “Weddings” section for more information

EMERGENCIES Puerto Peñasco’s hospitals and clinics handle a variety of emergency and nonemergency situations. Most visitors visit one of the Clinics (listed below) or the Red Cross for emergency services. Ground and air ambulance transport services are available. CLINICS Clínica Santa Fe Simón Morúa, 2nd corner off of Blvd. Benito Juárez English speaking doctors Lab on site, X-rays 383-2447 or 383-4040 Clínica San Jose 383-5121 English Speaking Doctors Blvd. Benito Juarez Clínica Santa Isabel (Maternity) 383-3645 Puerto Peñasco Clínica Santa María 383-2440 Puerto Peñasco Sandy Beach Medical Center 388-7676 Cellular: 044-638-110-7898 Dr. Jesús González Gaytán Blvd. Paseo de Las Dunas (On Sandy Beach) 24 Hr. Emergency Service Available Full Service Outpatient Medical Clinic English speaking doctor and staff CLOSEST U.S. CLINIC Desert Senita Health Center 401 Malcate, Ajo, AZ 85321 Off main blvd. at curve, N of the bank (520) 387-5651 CRUZ ROJA (RED CROSS) EMERGENCY DIAL 065 383-2266

Cruz Roja Mexicana Services are absolutely free 24 Hours, 7 Days a Week Red Cross does not receive any funding and operate solely on donations. Your contributions will be welcome at any time in their office on Blvd Fremont or stop when you see them on your way into town. Red Cross has Technicians and Instructors available in case of a disaster in Puerto Peñasco. They treat non-life threatening wounds and can prepare patients for ground or air ambulance service to U.S. OTHER IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS dialed from Mexico AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE AirEvac......................001-880-321-9522 Sky Med...................001-866-805-9624 CLINICS...............see Clincs on this page HOSPITALS Community.............................383-4566 IMSS........................................383-5186 EMERGENCY NUMBERS WHEN IN DOUBT DIAL 066 Electric dial...071 Fire Department dial...068 Marine Rescue dial...462,627 or 767 VHF Channel 26 is monitored by CBSC Police dial...060

FIRST AID Scorpion Stings First aid for any scorpion sting should involve cooling the wound, which allows the body to more easily break down the molecular structure of the venom. Cooling also reduces pain. Use ice or cool running water if available. On a warm night, a wet compress will help. Keep the victim calm and still. Panic and activity speed up the venom’s spread. Symptoms may include heavy sweating, difficulty swallowing, blurred vision, loss of bowel control, jerky muscular reflexes, and respiratory distress. These serious signs are cause for quick evacuation to a medical facility. Antitoxins are available in many areas where dangerous scorpions live. The doctors, clinics and Red Cross are experts at treating stings. Snake Bites Yes! We do have snakes in Puerto Peñasco. Not usually found in city areas. If you are bitten by a rattlesnake, or any other kind of venmous snake, seek medical attention immediately. Anti-venom is available here in Peñasco. Jellyfish They are usually bright blue and are present in our waters during June, July and August, although they are sometimes hard to see because of the clarity of the water. Some years we have a few, and other years we have tons. In some beach communities, you will find far less than others. A good test to see if they are present, is to look along the tidelines for any that have washed ashore - if they’re up there then there’s a pretty good chance they’re in the water. Use caution when walking barefoot on the beach or digging through the sand with your hands, they can still sting you (I know from experience). If you are stung, get to a doctor or the Red Cross immediately for treatment.

Stingray Stings Our Rocky Point doctors, clinics and Red Cross are well adept at treating stings. The best way to avoid a sting is by doing the “stingray shuffle!” To avoid stepping on a ray, shuffle your feet slowly as you move through the surf to scare the rays away. Round stingrays are very good at burying in the sand and will remain buried even as you approach. By shuffling your feet you will brush against them and they will scurry away. If you walk through the water as you normally do you will most likely step square on the back of them which causes their barbed tail to come up and sting you. Be extra careful in area where the sediment is silty/sand or where the water is particularly warm. What do you do if you get stung by a ray? Get out of the water and head to the nearest doctor. If you are stranded out where these facilities are not available follow these steps and seek medical attention as soon as you can. First, let the wound bleed - this will allow any toxins entered with the barb to get out. Next, immerse the wound in hot water, as hot as the patient can stand for approximately 45 minutes: This denatures the protein toxin and relieves a majority of the pain. Then treat wound as any other puncture wound or cut, keep clean and bandage: This reduces the chance of infection, promotes healing. If pain or bleeding persists, if wound is large or if patient shows signs of an allergic reaction, see a doctor immediately! If you are staying at a resort go to the desk or convenience store - they may have a first aid kit with a treatment.

FISHING & BOATING PERSONAL WATERCRAFT You do not need to obtain a boat permit for your persona watercraft. However, if you plan to fish from your boat, each person fishing must have a fishing license which can be purchased here in Puerto Peñasco. As with vehicles, it is a good idea to carry two copies of your title and registration for your watercraft and trailer. DO NOT BRING THE ORIGINALS! One copy should be kept on your boat/watercraft and the other shoud be carried on your person or put in a safe location during your stay. FISHING PERMITS You MUST have a fishing license for everyone onboard a boat, even if they are not fishing, permits are checked. You do not need a permit if you are fishing from the shore. Permits can be obtained locally at the Capitania de Puerto, M-F, 8AM to 3PM or at the Mexican Consulate in Phoenix. Fishing Permit Rates (approx.) Pesos Daily - $106.00; Weekly - $220.00 Monthly - $315.00; Yearly - $410.00 CHARTERS Many charter boats and pangas are available for hire by the hour/half-day/ day, or organized trip. We do not have any companies that rent boats for your personal use. Charter boats are located all over town and at the docks and on your way into Old Port (right hand side) as well as at Safe Marina and in Cholla Bay. Reputable charters are always the best choice. Please make sure there is enough safety gear on the boat for all persons in your party and that the captain has a marine radio in the event of an emergency.

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GENERALINFORMATION INTERNET SERVICE & WIFI

NOTARY PUBLICS (NOTARIOS)

TELEPHONES CON’T

SEASONAL FISHING Spring: March, April, May Yellowtail, Grouper, Snapper, Whitefish, Pinto and Bass Summer: June, July, August Sailfish, Dolphin Fish, Marlin, Skipjack, Sierra Fall: September, October, November Sailfish, Dolphin Fish, Marlin, Skipjack, Sierra Winter: December, January, February Yellowtail, Grouper, Pinto Bass, Snapper

There are many internet cafes where you can check your email or surf the net. Some have computer stations and some offer WiFi. Most of the larger RV parks, hotels and condos have wireless and/or computer centers for your use. Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex) offers Prodigy internet service for land lines.

The Mexican Notario is a highly specialized lawyer authorized by the Mexican Government. They intervene in civil and commercial business. Your best interest is supposed to be the Notario Publico’s main concern. They give judicial advisement according to Mexican Law and their authority exceeds that of a lawyer and is similar to that of an arbitrator in the U.S. You should consult a Notario when: buying or selling property, foreign Investments, inheritance, wills, mortgages, contracts, private contracts, financial operations, credit titles, arbitration, bank trusts, etc.

Call U.S. & Canada from Mexico dial 001+(area code)+7 digit number

FM3 & IMMIGRATION

Puerto Peñasco Post Office (011-52-638) 383-2350 Monday - Friday 8:00 am-6:00 pm Money Wires, Telegrams & Mail Located just off Blvd. Fremont next to Proaset Realty. The post office does not offer U.S. postal services. To send a letter in Mexico, you need a Mexican stamp, which can be purchased at the post office. They do not sell U.S. stamps. You may receive mail at your residence, however it takes approx. 2-4 weeks to arrive and the system is not terribly reliable.

FISHING & BOATING CON’T

IMMIGRATION OFFICE Open Mon.-Fri. 8:00AM - 12:00NOON (011-52-638) 383-2526 For more info on how to obtain your Visitor or Permanent Resident Visa go to http://www.inm.gob.mx/ index.php and click on the English tab, or you can go directly to the Immigration Office and they will be happy to help you. The office is located on Blvd. Fremont at Fremont Plaza, next to Bancomer. There are many companies and individuals which can assist you with your immigration paperwork, please look in our Classified Section, under “Services” for suggestions.

GREEN ANGELS Angeles Verdes EMERGENCY DIAL 078 The Green Angels patrol the highway (Hwy. 8) from Puerto Peñasco to Sonoyta offering free roadside assistance to vehicles experiencing mechanical problems. Their trucks are green and white and clearly marked. They are on patrol from sunrise to sunset, 7 days a week. What to do if you need help? If you need assistance on the highway, whether it be a broken fan belt, blown tire or empty gas tank, pull over to the side of the road and lift the hood of your vehicle. If it is at night, please use your flashers for safety and always move as far away from the highway as you can to avoid accidents. Lifting your hood signals the Green Angels, as well as other helpful travellers, that you are in distress and in need of help. The Green Angels do not charge for their mechanical services, but you will need to pay for your own auto parts, gas, oil, etc. The Green Angels offer the following services: Aide in the event of an accident Emergency radio communication Mechanical assistance Tourist Information

LATITUDE & LONGITUDE Latitude - 31°, 19 minutes N Longitude - 113°, 32 min. W Bird Island: 31°, 01.31 min., N by 113°, 14.93 min. W

MAIL SERVICES

U.S. Mail Delivery to Rocky Point Burrito Express U.S. mail dropoff and pick-up service from Peñasco to Lukeville. U.S. POST OFFICE Postmaster: Transitional Phone/Fax: (520) 387-6364 Located at the Lukeville border in AZ, approx. 66 miles from Rocky Point. PO boxes and General Delivery available. Window Service: 8AM-12:30PM, 1-4PM M-F General Delivery Available free for a max. of 30 days. You must show ID at the post office and fill out a form. You are the ONLY one who can pick up your GD mail. PO boxes are available, approx. $22/6-mo. Post office will need 2 forms of ID and you will be required to fill out an application. Boxes are located in the post office and in the General Store.

METRIC EQUIVALENTS Equivalents for Length 1” = 2.5 cm 6” = (1/2 ft.) = 15 cm 12” = (1 ft.) = 30 cm 36” = (3 ft.) = 90 cm 40” = 100 cm (1 meter) To convert ounces to grams, multiply the number of ounces by 30. Equivalents for Weight 1 ounce = 1/16 lb. = 30g 4 ounces = 1/4 lb. = 120g 8 ounces = 1/2 lb. = 240g 12 ounces = 3/4 lb. = 360g 16 ounces = 1 lb. = 480g Equivalents for Liquid Measurements 1/4 tsp = 1 ml 1/2 tsp = 2 ml 1 tsp = 5 ml 2 tbls = 1/8 cup = 1 fl. oz = 30 ml 4 tbls = 1/4 cup = 2 fl. oz = 60 ml 8 tbsl = 1/2 cup = 4 fl. oz = 120 ml 12 tbls = 3/4 cup = 6 fl. oz = 180 ml 1 Pint = 2 cups = 16 fl. oz = 480 ml 1 Quart = 4 cups = 32 fl. oz = 960 ml Gallons to pints x 8 1 US gallon = 3.78541178 liters Gallons to liters x 3.785 Gallons to quarts x 4

You should consult a Notary Public (Notario Publico) in Mexico before signing any contract or legal document.

NOTARIO PUBLICOS Lic. Jesus Armando Ramirez Islas Prolongacion Coahuila No. 10 (next to post office) U.S. Toll Free (877) 832-8554 383-5460, Fax 383-5005 PO Box 100, Lukeville, AZ 85341 Lic. René Osvaldo Ortega Felix Ave. Alcantar in the Old Port 383-2006 Notary Publics in Sonoyta Lic. Fco. Javier Manzo Taylor from Mexico (01-651) 512-1747

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE Reserva de la Biosfera de El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar The Pinacate Biosphere Reserve is home to some of the world’s largest volcanic craters and is one of the most pristine and diverse areas in the Sonoran Desert. It has a large variety of plant and wildlife species that inhabit this sometimes hostile area. In the winter, you may see snow on the Pinacates. And in the summer, temperatures soar well over 110°. U.S. astronauts trained for their lunar landing mission in this area as the terrain mimics that found on the moon. You can take a day trip and explore the Pinacate area and volcanic craters by vehicle, camp overnight (in designated) areas, walk or hike. You must register at the entrace to the Reserve (located in Nayarit, approx. 20 miles N of Rocky Point). This will allow Biosphere personnel to make sure you are safe at all times.

• Speed Limit: 25 MPH • Terrain/Roads: Dirt, desert • Watch out for flora and fauna • Do not leave the road in your vehicle • Take enough drinking water with you • Respect all signs on roads and trails • Do not remove or damage plants, rocks, wood, animals or artifacts • Take all trash and waste with you • Do not enter the region from any unauthorized access road CAMPING & CAMPSITES Red Cone, El Tecolote, Backcountry areas INTERPRETATIVE TRAILS El Elegante Crater Trail 1.2 mile linear trail Walk 0.6 miles on the border of El Elegante crater. Terrain is mostly flat. Mayo Cone Trail 1.2 mile linear trail Located in El Tecolote camping area Walk 0.6 miles to the top of Mayo Cone. You will climb 344 ft. to the top. This hike is rated as a medium difficulty trail.

TELEPHONES Puerto Peñasco’s phone company for home and business hook-up is Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex). Cellular service is available through TelCel and Movistar. U.S. carrier AT&T works pretty good here as long as you have the International Plan. DIALING INSTRUCTIONS Call Mexico from U.S. & Canada to dial a land line 011+52+638+7-digit number to dial a Peñasco cellular 011+52+1+638+7-digit number

Call Collect from Mexico to U.S. dial 090 for a bilingual operator Call Overseas from Mexico dial 00+country code+city code+phone number Country codes and Mexico area codes are listed in the TelMex Phone book Call another City in Mexico dial 01+(city code)+number AT&T Operator dial 001-800-462-4240 TELEPHONE COMPANY Telefonos de Mexico (TelMex) Juan de la Barrera and Calle 18 Office open 8 am • 383-2288 Phone & Internet services available TelMex (Land Line) Prefixes 383, 382, 388, 102, 108 Phone numbers are written in a variety of ways, here are a few you may see around town. 3-6325 = dial 383 + 6325 638-38-36325 = dial 383-6325 (638) 383-6325 = dial 383-6325 52+(638) 383-6325 = dial 383-6325 Mexico’s Country Code = 52 Puerto Peñasco’s City Code = 638 LONG DISTANCE DO NOT USE THE “CALL USA” BLUE PHONES THEY ARE VERY EXPENSIVE! To make a long distance call, your best bet is to find a cafe or internet cafe with a VOIP phone. Second best is to purchase a prepaid phone card (LADATEL) from pharmacies or businesses, and use one of the many pay phones along the streets - follow the instructions on the phone. You can also use one of the long distance (larga distancia) calling services located around town.

U.S. CALLING CARDS If you use your calling card and dial an 800#, that is not toll free within Mexico, you will be charged twice for this call - 1 charge for calling the 800 #, and then a 2nd charge on your phone card. You may also use one of the long distance services to call the U.S. and Canada. CELLULAR PHONES to dial a cell phone from a land line dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number to dial from local cell to local cell dial 638 + 7-digit number to dial out of city cell from local cell dial 045 + city code + 7-digit number Any number that does not start with a 383, 388, 382, 102 or 108 is most likely a cellular phone You cannot dial a U.S. 800# from your Mexican cellular phone. The only U.S. cell carrier, we have found to work in Rocky Point 96% of the time, is AT&T’s International Plan. All services work - SMS, MMS, Blackberry, etc. Follow the instructions (left) for dialing the U.S. or Canada, and to dial a land line. To dial a cell phone, you may have to dial 044 + 638 + 7-digit number, or you may just need to drop the 044. Sometimes, when calling a local cell, I had to dial as if I were dialing a cell from the U.S. Check plans and where you spend the most time. TelCel’s Blackberry plan is much cheaper than AT&T’s, plus they have a reasonable International Plan for when I travel to the U.S. You can also get an unlocked phone, buy a SIM card, and switch chips as you cross the border. Mexico cell carriers are supposed to start fingerprinting everyone who purchases a cell phone or SIM card.

AREA CODES FOR NEARBY CITIES Caborca.............................................637 El Golfo de Santa Clara.......................653 Guaymas...........................................622 Hermosillo........................................662 Mexicali, B.C......................................686 Nogales.............................................631 Santa Ana..........................................641 San Luis Rio Colorado.......................653 San Carlos.........................................622 San Felipe, B.C....................................686 Sonoyta........................................651 Check phonebook for more area codes

VOIP LINES Local internet acccess enables you to use a VOIP line in Rocky Point. HOW TO DIAL 800’s U.S. 800#’s are not free of charge when called from Mexico. The charge for calling an 800# is approx. $1USD/min. 800 = dial 001+880+phone number 888 = dial 001+881+phone number 877 = dial 001+882+phone number 866 = dial 001+883+phone number

U.S. DMV (MOTOR VEHICLES) The closest U.S. Department of Motor Vehicles to Puerto Peñasco is Gila Bend. Authorized Service Provider Registration, title, no original drivers licenses, copies/duplicates only. M-F 9AM-6PM, SAT 9AM-1PM 606 E. Pima St. • (928) 683-2577

WEATHER Puerto Peñasco is known for having 362 days of sunshine! The wind does kick up, a few sprinkles will fall, and the humidity creeps in around July/August, but other than that - it’s darn near perfect around here. AIR & WATER TEMPERATURE

January: Air - 53° February: Air - 55° March: Air - 58° April: Air - 64° May: Air - 70° Air - 77° June: July: Air - 84° August: Air - 86° September: Air - 82° October: Air - 74° November: Air - 62° December: Air - 55°

Water - 57° Water - 60° Water - 62° Water - 65° Water - 72° Water - 77° Water - 84° Water - 85° Water - 83° Water - 75° Water - 67° Water - 61°

WEDDINGS Rocky Point offers a variety of perfect wedding settings - from a barefoot sunset wedding to a lavish wedding at a 5-star resort. Many of the hotels, resorts and restaurants offer wedding planning services and catering as do these wedding specilaists:

Si I Do! - (011-52-638) 383-0700

www.siido.com Wedding Music by Pablo 602) 288-8687 LEGAL CEREMONY IN MEXICO To get married in a legal ceremony in Puer to Peñasco you need: Bir th certificates, translated into Spanish, notarized in Mexico; Divorce Decree; Blood test (in Rocky Point); Visas (FMT’s); 4 Witnesses (w/Visas). Your wedding planner will help you plan your reinactment ceremony as well.

VIRTUAL CONSULATE The 1st Wednesday of every month, the Virtual Consulate open to the American Community. Located at City Hall on the 1st floor facing Fremont Blvd. 10am-12pm.

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Brothers Pizza in Puerto Peñasco Equals Handmade Hand-Tossed Dough, Fresh Veggies, Finest Cheeses, Family Owned and Operated By Joe Houchin

Talking to Penny Rabicoff who, along with her husband Bob and sons Dan and Reid, opened Brothers Pizza just over four years ago, it takes but a moment to see clearly that service and quality are paramount with this establishment. Brothers Pizza is the super clean place on the corner of Constitucion and No Reelección here in Puerto Peñasco. If you live or visit anywhere around the Sandy Beach area then you’ve surely driven by Brothers many times on your way downtown or back. If you’ve ever stopped in for a pizza or one of their subs, you’ve probably been back several times and know it well. The Rabicoff family hails from Colorado where Bob was an attorney, Penny was a bank manager and the kids, Dan and Reid, were gaining valuable experience learning the proprietary recipes of their older brother’s successful pizza business in Denver. The family came down to Rocky Point for the first time on business with one of Bob’s clients in 2007. During that trip they fell in love (like so many of us) with our little slice of paradise by the sea and even though the deal they originally came down for did not materialize, the four of them made a joint decision to come back and conduct research on the feasibility of opening a full service pizza restaurant utilizing the expertise of brothers Dan and Reid. Results of their study were, obviously, positive and “the rest of the story is history.” It’s a story of what can be achieved with product knowledge, business acumen, perseverance, and a passion to create and maintain the highest standards of quality and service in the restaurant industry.

After overcoming several challenges in the beginning, such as duplicating the unique flavor of the exclusive dough recipe that was so successful in Denver using local ingredients and finding suppliers for the highest quality, freshest vegetables, meats and cheeses about which they are adamant, Brothers felt they had reached their objective of raising the bar on pizza flavor and consistency in Rocky Point. To hear Penny describe how they make their own bread and pizza dough fresh everyday and handtoss each pizza as it is ordered was like listening to an artist as she describes gathering all the paints, colors, brushes and canvas to ensure an original work of art. Only after those pieces are in place can the artist apply her talents toward creating her art. After all the “tools” are together, according to Penny, and apparently it’s the family philosophy, “Service is what it’s all about,” she says with the

conviction of a life improvement guru. “I’ll stand on my head and make the pizza if that’s what the customer wants,” she quips.

About quality, she’s equally expressive. “I’ll tell them we’re out of mushrooms before I’ll serve a pizza with canned mushrooms!” Period. End of subject. Brothers serve a lot more than their nine different Signature pizzas and a way to mix and match between all their sauces, toppings, special toppings, and cheeses in 12”, 14” and 16” sizes or even by the slice. You’ll also find six different subs on their homemade bread; three different main course or side-sized salads; chicken wings with choice of six sauces (including one named Suicide! Doesn’t that moniker just beckon for a side order of fire extinguisher?); finally, there’s pasta and calzone both with choices of toppings. Brothers also boast one of the most impressively stocked bars in town.

You can order anything on the menu to take out or have it delivered to your door no matter where you are in Puerto Peñasco. You can find their takeout/delivery menus, which are just smaller versions of their main menu, in the lobbies of most resorts and condominiums around town. They’ll deliver anytime during their business hours which are noon until 10:00 PM. They’re open later on weekends and special occasions like PPV events such as boxing, or NFL, NASCAR, NBA and other special sporting events displayed on four big TV screens. Free WIFI makes it convenient for working lunches or just casual surfing. Brothers Pizza is closed on Thursdays. With their attitude about service and since they make every pizza to order, if you can describe it, we bet they’ll make one, right down to the funny crust you remember from that little pizza place in Paducah. Just one favor, though. Please, for my sake, don’t ask Dan to stand on his head while he makes it! You will enjoy getting to know any of the Rabicoff family if you don’t already. They’re active in the community and love meeting new friends. For more information call them at (638) 383-3712. Reach them by email at brotherspizzas@gmail.com.

This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Group, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing.

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A.M.P.I. Wishes Everyone a Happy Holiday Season! By Gretchen Corpe Ellinger

As the year draws to a close, the members of AMPI - the Puerto Peñasco Chapter of the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals - wish a wonderful holiday season to all our friends, supporters, clients, and to the entire community. If your dream of owning property in Puerto Peñasco / Rocky Point may come to pass sometime in 2014, now is the time to find a licensed real estate agent who is a member of AMPI. Your agent will be able to help you find properties that are listed in the MLS (multiple listing service), affording you access to every single listed property with every single agent who is a member of the association. AMPI is a sister organization to NAR, the National Association of Realtors in the United States, and the educational and ethical guidelines of the two organizations are very similar. While the State of Sonora requires real estate agents to be licensed, there is no requirement for participation in a professional organization. All members of AMPI subscribe to the AMPI Code of Ethics, and in fact sign an agreement to represent their clients in an ethical manner at all times. While ethical disputes are few, AMPI has a Vice President of Ethics who is available for guidance and who heads the Honor and Justice Commission, which manages ethical complaints. The clients of real estate agents who are not

AMPI members have no such guarantee of ethical representation. Over the past year our association has grown to over sixty members, the majority of whom are licensed real estate agents, with the rest being professionals in real estate-related specialties such as engineers, attorneys and appraisers. These professionals have worked hard to improve the practices of real estate, with the safety of our clients’ real estate transactions their top priority. Devoted to real estate education, AMPI conducts classes for real estate licensure, and license renewal, under the auspices of the State of Sonora. Ever striving to improve real estate practices on behalf of our clients, AMPI has developed standard forms for real estate transactions. Those forms were developed by realtors who have years of experience in USA and Canada real estate, and were vetted by the AMPI Vice President of Legal, a real estate attorney, to assure that they comply with Mexican law. Agents who are not AMPI members do not have access to AMPI-approved formats for their transactions. If buying or selling Puerto Peñasco / Rocky Point real estate is part of your plan for 2014, give yourself a great gift, and establish a relationship with an AMPI member real estate professional. You will know that you are working with an educated, ethical real estate professional, and that just could be the most important step to realizing your real estate goals for 2014.

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Generosity Lives On By Rob Baylor

In a world that revolves around our families and our friends we find that charity begins in the heart. I would like to tell a story of such kindness. In Puerto Peñasco there are many things going on that we don’t know about, and I will admit I am as guilty as the next person. In July of 2012, my wife Nancy’s family visited us for 10 days. They fell in love with Peñasco and the people and can’t wait to get down here again. Son-in-law, Larry Meyer, was sitting on our deck and asked me what he could do for the people. He is very involved with his 3 kids and their sports endeavors and he gets right out on the field and helps the coaches. Sports include: softball, volleyball, basketball, soccer and football. He is also on the school board of the Exeter school district (a little town in Missouri.)

I asked if they ever have any sports equipment the school wouldn’t use anymore and he said could he check on it. When the school districts met for their annual get-together he said his “pitch” for the kids of Peñasco. Over a period of a

year, he and his wife, Brianna, collected some equipment and boxed it to send here to us. I would like to make this clear that the equipment was donated by the Exeter School District of Missouri, to the American Legion. The saga begins. Trying to be legal bringing it across the border was not a simple task. Many hours were spent with the Peñasco Sports Department to get a letter explaining what we were doing. We picked the equipment up (4 big boxes) at the Lukeville Post Office and got the “Green Light” so we sailed right on through the border. At this time I am sorting through the boxes and I see 5 catcher’s helmets and masks, catchers body padding, 11 ball gloves, 14 bats, approx 50 balls, and several helmets, baseball caps, shoes and a couple uniforms. Some of the equipment has never been used!

Let the games begin! We would like to thank the Exeter, Mo, R-V1 School district, Larry Meyer: Director Brianna Meyer: Co-Director and all the community based volunteers for all the work that went into this project. Last Chance Bazaar, in Peñasco, also donated 6 bats and 20 balls. On October 1st, some of the American Legion members and Commander Paul Raddatz joined Mark and Barbara Olszewski, of the Adopt-A-School Program, who led us to a new school in the Barrio. After bouncing our way along the back roads we finally arrived. The kids were ecstatic and could hardly wait to get the equipment. It made my heart feel good to see the smiles on their faces. God blesses all the little children. T h a n k you, Mark and Barbara for helping us! Donations to the American Legion for future projects and for the Adopt-A-School program are always accepted.

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BARB’S DOG RESCUE NEWSLETTER “Help Us Help Them”

By Barb Mumaugh

Happy Holidays from all the dogs and volunteers at Barb’s Dog Rescue! As we bring 2013 to a close, we can’t help but reflect on what an amazing year 2013 has been. Of course, it’s been full of ups and downs. We’ve said a final goodbye to a lot of family, friends and dogs. Losing them is always so hard…yet we’ve been able to welcome many news ones into our hearts. 2013 was the year of transformation for Barb’s Dog Rescue. If you haven’t stopped in to see the new shelter, please take a few minutes to do so as you come into or leave Peñasco. You can’t miss our bright yellow signs on Highway 8. Barb is almost always there and would love to give you a tour. We’ve completely rebuilt the shelter and can now care for more dogs than ever before. Please know, with more dogs under our care, we need your help and support more than ever! Please help us by stopping in with donations or by making a cash donation on our Facebook or website. Here is our wish list: • Any can dog and puppy food • Any dog food – It never goes to waste! • Dog beds and blankets • Dog houses, crates and pens – It’s getting cold! • Any cleaning supplies, paper towels, brooms, and laundry detergent • Puppy bottles, pads and nursing supplies • Dog bowls, leashes and collars – Hit the Dollar Store for these!

• Toys that are durable/washable (Kong’s, Nylabones, buster cubes, jolly balls, food puzzle toys, etc.) • Treats (Natural balance rolls, bully sticks, large Antlerz, and pressed raw hides) • Kuranda beds • Thunder jackets Anything you can think of that a dog rescue needs…We need it! Barb’s Dog Rescue is located north of town on Highway 8, the main highway between Puerto Peñasco and Sonoyta. When heading north out of town, Barb’s is located on the west (left) side, about 2 ½ miles north of the Caborca turn off. New bright yellow signs have been put up. It’s an easy place to find. All donations are welcome and we can even pick them up in the US and Puerto Peñasco. Dog food is our biggest need since we have between 40 – 50 dogs/puppies on site. We also help the other shelters and feed many of the stray dogs around town. You can make a donation on our website or Facebook page. We also have lots of great dogs and puppies available for adoption. We have all the paperwork needed to take your new dog into the US. Just stop in and see Barb anytime!

In case we don’t say it enough, we are very thankful to The City of Peñasco for their help and support. We also wish to thank all the animal rescues in Peñasco. Please consider adopting a Mexico mutt from one of the local shelters. They make the best pets!

Please visit us online http://www.facebook.com/BarbsDogRescue or our website www.BarbsDogRescueRP.com Barb’s Mexico cell # (638) 114-1659 or her US # (602) 774-1578. Email barbsdogrescue@gmail.com. We can pick up donations in the US and Puerto Peñasco.

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The Ocean Has a Message for You

Coastal Clean Up 2013 in Rocky Point By Biól. Abraham Meza López Edited by: Sherie Steele

Of the oxygen we breathe, 70% comes from the ocean; the unique source of protein for 1 out of every 4 people is seafood; we use the ocean for relaxing, having fun or sporting; medicines that can cure cancer, cystic fibrosis and other illness have been found through research in the ocean; the ocean helps to reduce the impact of climate change; our economy benefits from fisheries, tourism and transportation conducted in the ocean; life originated in the ocean and up to today, it maintains the most bio-diverse biome on the planet. So, do you need any more reasons to help the ocean?

of tourist service providers during which we invited them to clean the front beach area of their developments. The Clean Beaches Committee and CEDO conducted a total of 5 talks: 2 for the local high schools (COBACH and CETMAR); 1 in a local University (UTPP); 1 for the Tourist Service Providers (Mayan Palace staff explained how others can get the EarthCheck certification); and 1 for 12 elementary schools invited by ZOFEMAT (Federal Terrestrial Maritime Zone), attended by 200 students. This year, to reach our youth audiences by a different method, CEDO gave an informative and sensitization talk, plus we acted out a play entitled “To the Rescue of our Beaches,” written and directed by Susy Mazon, teacher of the Municipal Acting School “Los del Puerto.” The play surprised and amazed kids, letting them take home their desire for change.

Participants of the coastal clean-up in “Mi Playa” For the last 13 years CEDO has participated as coordinator of the local Coastal Clean Up (CCU) Project in Rocky Point, each year sending the data collected to The Ocean Conservancy, the organization that has coordinated the CCU all around the world since 1991. The efforts of the Ocean Conservancy has brought 150 countries together with the project’s common goals: learn about the threats to the ocean; clean water ways to reduce the impact of trash; and sensitize people about the trash issue in the ocean, all of which guide the world’s inhabitants to better manage their use of the ocean. CEDO’s participation in organizing the CCU has its own challenges and achievements. In 2013 we were pleased to see more participation among “rockaportenses” (Rocky Point citizens) and local organizations concerned with helping to solve the trash issue.

Susy Mazon as “Trash Man” during elementary schools presentation. The Clean Beaches Committee of Rocky Point (Comité de Playas Limpias de Puerto Peñasco) has been key to the success of this event, as every year it organizes a Clean Beaches Campaign as a part of the International Coastal Clean Up Day created by The Ocean Conservancy 27 years ago. So every year CEDO joins in this effort by conducting informative talks in schools to increase youth awareness about the benefits that clean beaches bring to everybody. This year the Committee held a special meeting

Participants in the clean-up of Las Conchas beach. CEDO on its own organized a Clean Up along a stretch of the Las Conchas beach, attended by 17 homeowners and tourists, led by CEDO volunteers, Karen Goodridge and Kelleen Farrel. They covered approximately 2.03 miles and picked up 74.6 pounds of garbage, while two other beaches were cleaned in coordination with the Clean Beaches Committee. In Mi Playa, a small beach very close to Las Conchas, findings were surprising as it is a frequently visited beach. Here, led by 3 of CEDO’s staff, a group of 59 people composed mostly of members of ZOFEMAT and CETMAR (Marine Technological Studies Center, a local high school) cleaned an area of 0.46 miles but picked up a total of 363.3 pounds. In El Mirador, our third beach surrounded by houses, hotels and bars, numbers were shocking; 27 participants led by the Clean Beaches Committee Operational Manager and CEDO’s staff, cleaned 1.2 miles, picking up an amazing quantity of 476.19 pounds of trash. Mayan Palace joined us cleaning Miramar beach with 25 participants who picked up 551.15 pounds cleaning a distance of 1.8 miles. This year Coastal Clean Up was a challenge, but also rewarding because the message got to hundreds of people, touching the heart and consciousness of 122 participants that cleaned a distance of almost 5.57 miles of beach, freeing the ocean from 1,465.303 pounds of trash. This year local people and local organizations joined the movement, but the work is not done yet. CEDO will continue working closely with the Clean Beaches Committee to continue spreading the word and actions to have clean beaches and a healthy ocean. If you want to keep informed about CEDO’s activities and to join to them, “like” us on facebook, visit our web site www.cedointercultural.org or send us an e-mail to info@cedointercultural.org.

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Our Contributing writers...

Sandy Spain

Mike Bibb

Nancy Phelan

Born in Colon, Panama and lived in Venezuela before moving to the U.S. at the age of 11, returning to Venezuela for the summers. Educated in California, High Scool in Burbank and College in Santa Barbara. Retired from City of Scottsdale after 23 years of service and 10 years service before that in Cypress, California. In both cities was involved in financial services and the environment. I am a widow with two married sons and two grandchildren. I purchased my home in Playa Encanto in 1986 and moved to Mexico full time after retiring in 2002.

Contributing writer, Mike Bibb from Safford, Arizona, is a recovering paranoid-schizophrenic with several bipolar disorders. As long as he remains under constant medication, the public is generally not at risk. However, he has been known to lapse into bouts of uncontrollable thirst which can only be sedated with multiple servings of iced Indios, Dox Equis or some similar tonic. There is no picture of him available at this time due to national security reasons should his face be seen in public.

Gretchen Ellinger

Designer - Owner of Diseños Casa y Jardín, born in Pachuca, Hidalgo, raised in Guadalajara, moved to Puerto Peñasco from Puerto Vallarta in 2003. He enjoys developing lasting personal relationships with his customers by beautifying their homes and making their dreams come true, loves music and good wine, he himself has taken every photo for his ads, member of the Interior Design Society and also of the Puerto Peñasco Photography Club,

Born in Boston, Nancy settled in Phoenix, Arizona, where she has three daughters and seven grandchildren. Nancy received her Masters degree from Northern Arizona University. Her computer career included Xerox and Control Data. She represented wineries in Europe working out of Libourne, France connecting wineries in Europe to the suppliers in the USA. Ten years ago, when she retired to Puerto Peñasco, she was appalled by the brutal way animals were treated and abused. Nancy started an animal rescue “Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point”. Today she works closely with the city of Puerto Peñasco, conducting spay/neuter clinics and adoptions events.

Considers herself blessed with the privilege of living and working Cholla Bay, which she thinks is one of the most inviting areas of Puerto Peñasco. After years of visiting Puerto Peñasco, Gretchen purchased a fishing shack by the water in Cholla Bay. The idea was to fix it up for weekends and vacations, and perhaps operate a bed and breakfast after retirement. After rebuilding, and a big curve in life’s road, Gretchen retired and started a new life in Cholla Bay. Over 7 years’ experience in real estate in Puerto Peñasco has earned Gretchen the respect of the real estate community, where it is known that she can be depended upon and trusted. Her numerous clients have come to depend on her for exemplary customer service, and expert advice in the fields of Cholla Bay real estate and retirement south of the border. Gretchen is Vice President of Education for AMPI (the Mexican association of real estate agents), and coordinates the annual clean-up of Cholla’s estuary by U of A students. That bed and breakfast dream? After over 7 years in operation, Casa Monica Cholla Bay B&B has many devoted visitors who would not stay anywhere else!

Rosarie Salerno Has been a contributing writer, for the Rocky Point Times, since 2006. Rosarie has lived in Rocky Point for over 10 years. She has been a full time real estate professional in Rocky Point since she arrived and has been a licensed real estate agent in Arizona since 1986. She moved to Tucson, Arizona in 1972. Rosarie studied Accounting in N.Y.C., Fashion Designing as well as Video and Film Production in Tucson. Not only did she sell real estate in Tucson, but had a small income tax preparation service for almost 20 years. Rosarie is highly analytical in her work. She has an inquisitive mind and enjoys intelligent conversation.

Joe Houchin Joe Houchin writes the blog for www.sonoranresorts.mx, using his 30 years of travel writing and international tourism destination promotion experience. His travel articles have been published in 18 countries. He has designed and operated international tours throughout southern Europe as well as the southwest U.S. and has written the brochure and ad copy for all of them. Joe was educated and lived in Mexico and Spain, graduating from the University of Barcelona in Modern Languages and Hispanic Studies. He planned to retire on the coast of southern Spain until he discovered Puerto Peñasco in 2000. He has lived in his “little slice of paradise by the sea” since 2009.

Eddie Wharez

favorite quote: “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” — Albert Schweitzer

Lannette Phipps

My Bio…hmmm. Should I start at the age of 10 when I was kidnapped from Southern California and brought to Lake Havasu City to work in a factory mill (aka our home) stuffing independent phone books into plastic bags and then having to deliver said phonebooks doorto-door in temp’s well over 120-degrees from the back of a metal truck bed? Obviously there were no child labor laws back then and my kidnappers – aka Tom and Sandra O’Hare taught me from the bottom up how to publish independent yellow pages in three states while going up against the “big guys” and knocking them down a peg or two. I guess we could fast forward to 1995 when I was working for an all in-house publishing and photography company in Buena Park, CA when my boss (and best friend) and I wanted to start our own freelance graphic design business. (This was before everyone who owned a PaintShop program thought they were designers – YES, I am talking about you!). We didn’t have the necessary funds to launch properly so I called the folks in Mexico and asked them for a loan. “On one condition,” they said “You have to come to Rocky Point for 6-months and work for The Rocky Point Times Newspaper. If you don’t like it then you can go back to California and we will loan you the money”. Here it is, 17 years later and 2 newspapers under my belt (more before 1995) and I’m still here. I never left. When you are a family business you pretty much have to do everything so that’s what we all did. I could fill years of newspapers talking about the city and printers and escapades and stuff you really shouldn’t know about, but this is just a short bio. I have always wanted to be a writer of some sort so now I guess I am though my years have made me think I am a much better editor. I guess we can all be the judge of that when my first book is published…or not.

Anita Kaltenbaugh

Originally from Western Pennsylvania, lived and worked in Rocky Point for two years. Waking up and walking the beach everyday was a dream come true. Anita and her husband love to travel and explore new and different places all over the world, but her heart still remains in Puerto Peñasco. Anita Kaltenbaugh is the Mexico travel examiner at examiner.com and author of the book “Travel SecretsInsider guide to planning, affording and taking more vacations” available on Kindle, NOOK and Amazon.com.

Cap’n Greg Escaped Iowa’s snow for Arizona’s sun in 1989, and immediately jumped the border to sample the culture and cerveza of Mexico. A US Navy veteran, his love for the ocean drew him to Rocky Point, which he has enjoyed immensely. Although he offers salty advice to Sea of Cortez visitors, the Cap’n also frequents the Northwest Ontario Bush, and has been writing a “North With Doc” humor column for In-Fisherman magazine for more than 20 years. Cap’n Greg, his wife Sandy, and their silky/pom pup Jezebel live in Green Valley.

Rob Baylor Rob was born and lived for 60 years in Missoula, Mt. He retired in 2004 after 35 years as a self employed appliance service technician. Rob served two tours in Viet Nam in the 60’s and is very involved in the American Legion. He moved to Denver Co in 2004 where he married his wonderful wife, and editor, Nancy. They moved to Rocky Point in 2011, where Rob loves to fish, eat tacos and drink beer on the beach.

Mark Paliscak Marco Paliscak grew up on the East Coast and loved spending his summers at the Jersey Shore, enjoying the beach to the fullest. After graduating college, he moved to southern California and went on to get his Masters in Business Administration at the University of California, Irvine. Marco lived in Huntington Beach and Balboa Island for 13 years. He then relocated to Napa and lived in the wine country for a year. Missing the beach, he decided to move back to the beach to Santa Cruz, California. A great job offer took him south to Scottsdale, Arizona, where he lives today. Marco purchased his condo on Sandy Beach 9 years ago, and lives parttime at Bella Sirena and at home in Scottsdale with his family. “My favorite thing about writing for the Rocky Point Times is to explore everything our cool city has to offer...from deep sea fishing to throwing back a margarita at a local watering hole to just chilling at our beach…I love the new experiences and sharing the stories about the interesting people and places I see. I am also amazed with each passing year the outpouring of support that people from all over give to our family charity to aid the poor living along the railroad tracks here in Rocky Point. The love and generosity is truly amazing!” If you have an interesting story about Rocky Point whether it is your place of employment, an upcoming event, a past event, an old or funny story, please email Marco at mpaliscak@amerifirst.us. You may be featured in the next…MARCO Y AMIGOS!

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2 FISH Ministry Martha is a 78 year old resident of Puerto Peñasco, with many special needs. She is bedridden and suffers f r o m malnutrition w h i c h requires a special diet. Martha also requires adult diapers. Her 45 year old daughter, Lupita, is her caregiver and first came to 2 FISH Ministry asking for food for her mother. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, 2 FISH was able to provide both Martha and Lupita with food on a daily basis. There are so many families living here in extreme poverty. Not only are we able to provide basic nourishment, but many times we are able to provide clothing and blankets. Martha is still in need of special items for her diet. Lupita has become a loyal helper in the ministry because she has a great

desire to show her gratitude. We are in great need of adult diapers and we will purchase food with any donations earmarked for Martha’s special dietary needs. We welcome any donations of non-perishable foods as well as monetary donations. These non-perishable donations can be dropped off at the main kitchen located on Kino 2 blocks SW of Numerous. Tax deductible monetary donations can be mailed to Mission Heartbeat, Box 1032, Lukeville, AZ 85341. Please note that your donation is for 2 FISH Ministry. We want to extend our special thanks to all of you who serve, give and pray for this ministry. Without you we couldn’t continue feeding the needy of this community.

P.S. We need the following: We need 6’ or 8’TABLES and CHAIRS for a third kitchen. VOLUNTEERS to cook or serve from 1PM to 3PM. PEOPLE to call on markets and fruit and vegetable

“…but Jesus answered; you give them something to eat”

stands for any kind of food, or canned goods which are about to expire.

Mark 6:37

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS AACORP (ANIMAL CENTER)

ALANON

BOOK & EXCHANGE

CASA HOGAR (ELDERLY HOME)

CHOLLA CHARITIES FOUNDATION

Donna (044-638) 109-3766 Email: mmdonnadonna@aol.com English Speaking Meetings 48 Campeche & Manuel Arista (next to Galindo’s Café) at the Passport AA Club.

Rocky Point Times Office Ave. Pino Suarez (off Calle 13) Phone: 383-6325: Mon.-Wed. 9am-5pm www.rptimes.com Free Book, VHS and DVD exchange for all Rocky Point residents and visitors.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

BUNCO BABES

Director: Ruben Rodriguez Rico Phone: 383-2599 Ave. Miguel Hidalgo (Calle 13) and Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez Casa Hogar is supported solely on donations and they always welcome visitors to sing and play games. Take Blvd. Fremont toward Las Conchas, make a left at the Pemex station, cross over the rrx tracks and they are on your left. If you would like to make a donation you can make a check to: Madre Silvia Gomez and drop it off at the home. You may drop checks or donations off at the Rocky Point Times office.

Sally Dalton: 382-5283 (Xochitl’s Cafe) Donations payable to: Cholla Charity Fund Send to: Kathy Barnard 1547 E. Royal Palm Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85020 Organization that helps Mexican families, who live and work in Cholla Bay, with unexpected expenses such as medical, living, funeral, etc. They also collect and distribute blankets and warm clothing for children in Cholla Bay. Donations may be dropped off at Xochitl’s Cafe in Cholla Bay.

Founder: Nancy Phelan: 383-1012 Leon de la Barra (Calle 15), 3 blocks east of the main blvd. Benito Juarez nancy_phelan@yahoo.com AACORP Tax Deductible Donations PO Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341 A group dedicated to helping the stray animals by providing no-cost spay and neuter clinics, adoption, dog and cat food, medicine and medical care. The center is run solely on donations and is an Arizona 501(c)3 non-profit corporation so all of your donations are taxdeductible. The center is always in desperate need of dog, cat, kitten and puppy food, animal toys, bedding, cleaning supplies, old towels and blankets as well as medicine and monetary donations to pay vet bills, purchase animal food and medicine. Please drop off food/supplies directly to the center.

(044-638) 100-8471 English Speaking Meetings Mon & Wed 10-11am & 6-7pm, Sun 9am 48 Campeche & Manuel Arista (Next to Galindo’s Cafe) Thu 10AM Big Book Study Sat. 9:30am above Candy Cake in Old Port Newcomers/Book Study Meeting

AMPI

AMERICAN LEGION POST MX 15

The Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliaros (AMPI), or the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals, Puerto Peñasco Chapter 51, represents ethical professionalism in real estate practice and promotes education among real estate professionals. A sister organization to National Association of Realtors (NAR) in the United States, AMPI works closely with the State of Sonora to provide education for real estate licensure, which is required in the State of Sonora for all agents who represent any type of property transaction including sales, rentals, property management, and promotion. Active in the community, AMPI promotes Puerto Peñasco as a vacation and retirement destination, members donate generously to local causes, and AMPI works with other organizations to sponsor community activities such as the Business Expo and A Taste of Peñasco. Business mixers are held occasionally, and the community is always invited. AMPI operates the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) on behalf of our real estate clients, one of only 3 MLS services in all Mexico.

Located in the Mirador Lower floor of Los Juanes Restaurant ½ block north of Matamoros (Pink Cadillac) on Chihuahua Open daily 11AM to 7PM Kitchen open (except Sundays) 11AM to 3PM

2013 OFFICERS: President: Gretchen Ellinger President-Elect: Rommel Bustamante Legal VP: Ricardo Bórquez Ruíz Ethics VP: Grant MacKenzie Jr. Education VP: Gretchen Ellinger MLS VP: Jonni Francis PR VP: Mary Snyder Events: Liane Armstrong Language & Culture: Milton Felix Reyes Membership VP: Glen Martinez Secretary: Randi Alcott IS YOUR REAL ESTATE AGENT OR RENTAL AGENT OR PROPERTY MANAGER A MEMBER OF AMPI?

ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM

AGRUPACION GEORGE PAPNICOLAOU 383-4399: Madrid and Ave. Marcelo Pino grupaciongeorgepapanicolaou@hotmail.com Cancer clinic dedicated to early prevention. Screenings and tests available. MONTHLY MEETINGS 1st Thurs. of every month PATIENT CONSULTATIONS Wednesday 9AM-1PM PAPSMEARS Friday 9AM-2PM by appointment only Please call 1 to 2 weeks prior

CEDO Center for the Study of Oceans & Deserts Phone: 382-0113 or (520) 829-4501 Located in Las Conchas, look for the Fin Whale skeleton Mon. - Sat. 9AM-5PM; Sun. 10AM-2PM PO Box 1579, Lukeville, AZ 85341 info@cedointercultural.org www.cedointercultural.org

Contact the Post for dinner specials and special events scheduled throughout the year

CEDO is the Intercultural Center for the Study of Oceans and Deserts. Home to a giant fin whale skeleton and a desert botanical garden, CEDO is a field station for researchers and school classes, an education center with library, laboratories, book store and gift shop - An Intercultural Experience. CEDO is a non-profit organization dedicated to research, education and conservation of the planet’s last great frontiers: the Sea of Cortez.

MagicJack (602) 539-0381 Mexico phone (011-52-638) 388-8841 Email americanlegionmx15@yahoo.com

LOTS OF FUN AND GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS!

2012 OFFICERS: Commander: Paul Raddatz (715) 557-0354 First Vice Commander: Michael Dugas General Meetings First Tuesday of every month at 6 pm (Oct-June)

NEW MEMBERS AND ASSOCIATES WELCOME!

AMOR MINISTRIES International Headquarters: 1664 Precision Park Lane San Diego, CA 92173 Phone: (619) 662-1200 www.amor.org Amor Ministries builds more than 1,000 new homes across Mexico for Mexican families. They are selected to receive homes by the Mexico Ministry Planning Board. Pastors discern the needs within their community, present their nominations and one (or more) are selected to receive a new home built by Amor volunteers.

ANTI-GRAFFITI CAMPAIGN Founder: Eloy Gonzalez: 044-638-112-0898 eloy_glez_glez@hotmail.com Group dedicated to wiping out the unsightly graffiti in Puerto Peñasco. Donations of paint, brushes, rollers, and your time are always welcome and needed.

BARB’S DOG RESCUE Provides basic school supplies, computers, copiers, chalkboards, etc. to local classrooms Founder: Barbara Olszewski: 383-4963 (602) 324-9529 mail@rockypointboattrips.com www.rockypointclassroom.com Donations can be dropped off at the Rocky Point Boat Trips Office or sent to Barb at: PO Box 695, Lukeville, AZ 85341

Sandy Spain 388-0857/(044-638) 109-4109 Ladies play Bunco at 6:30pm on the last Wed. of every month at Giuseppi’s on Blvd. Fremont

Help Us Help Them. We are a concerned group of dog lovers working to better the lives of Peñasco’s dogs. We are expanding our facility on the edge of town where we house dogs. We are committed to taking in abandoned and neglected dogs, maintaining and rehabilitating them in a healthy environment and finding loving permanent homes. We ask for your help. Virtually every dog that comes to us is malnourished and in poor health. The need is great. Visit Barb’s Dog Shelter located 8 miles north of Rocky Point on the highway to Sonoyta, where you will see signs. Donations are also accepted at Twin Dolphins Real Estate on Fremont Blvd, next to Cruz Roja. E-Mail BarbsDogRescue@aol. comm Visit us on Facebook or Call Barb at (044-638) 114-1659 or Dee at (044-638) 384-0113 or from the US (602) 324-7241.

FREE PUBLIC TOURS Every Tuesday 2PM; Saturday 4PM CEDO ADVENTURES FOR EVERYONE Kayak Capers Explore beautiful Estero Morua with expert guides. Local ecology talk, kayak rental, picnic feast,drinks all in an environment rich with shore birds, crabs and halophytes. Estero Excursions Oyster farms, fiddler crabs and the “shrimp dance” are part of this walking tour of a pristine upper Gulf wetland. Kayak Estero Morua and/or tour with CEDO experts. Tidepool Explorations Explore the tidepools with CEDO experts. Explore the Sand Dunes Spectacular Gran Desierto de Altar. This sea of natural dunes is the world’s largest. An experience you won’t forget! Pinacate Adventure Explore the geologic wonders of the Pincate Biosphere Reserve on a tour with CEDO experts. Isla San Jorge Snorkel with the sea lions in their natural habitat at Bird Island or just enjoy the scenery from the boat and take photos. A must do trip!

C.I.D.A Director: Joaquin Celaya Rendon Phone: 044-638-102-0514 Call for directions Shelter providing housing, food and care for those addicted to drugs and alcohol.

CANACO-SERV Y TUR Puerto Peñasco Chamber of Commerce Servicios y Turismos de Pto. Peñasco Phone: 383-4468 Located on Blvd. Fremont and Coahuila Monday - Friday 8AM-3PM President: Gustavo Turati Manager: Maria Elena Garcia

(Please note that our Chamber of Commerce is not like those that you find in U.S. cities and do not provide the same services and information.)

Help to pay their electric bill, especially during the summer months, is always needed. You may also make a donation at a local grocery store for the purchase food and items.

CONNECTION CLUB Meets every Thursday at 4:00 pm at The Light House on Whale Hill. Sandy Spain: 388-0857 Brenda Barden: 044-386-9197 Want to meet folks in Puerto Peñasco? Come to The Connection, a happy hour gathering where you can meet a great group of people. Married? Single? Full-time or part-time resident? Mexican, American, other nationality, young, mature? It doesn’t matter. Everyone is welcome.

CET-MAR AQUARIUM

COORDINACION DE SALUD MUN.

Center for Technological Sea Studies Phone: 382-0010 Monday - Sunday 10am-5pm Cost: $4 adults, $2 children $2 for food to feed turtles, etc. GREAT FUN FOR KIDS AND ADULTS! Cet-Mar invites you to their aquarium which displays native species of the intertidal zone and the northern gulf coast. To get to Cet-Mar take Blvd. Fremont and exit toward Las Conchas. The Cet-Mar Aquarium is located just past the school on the right.

Puerto Peñasco Animal Control Dedicated to prevention and disease control Mon-Fri 8am-3pm, Phone: 388-5152 Coordinator: Dra. Socorro Canine Tech.: Mario Lopez Sub-Director: Jesus Bejarano Social Worker: Marina Soto Siqueiros We always welcome donations of dog food, supplies and medicine

CHOLLA BAY CHRISTMAS PARTY Donations payable to: Cholla Bay Christmas Fund Please send to: Nancy Schmidli 10645 W Connecticut Ave., Sun City, AZ 85351 An organization that celebrates a Christmas party for their fellow Cholla Bay Mexican neighbors in early December. Santa shows up for pictures with the kids, children get to pick a gift for their mother, take a crack at the piñata, have a group sing-along and munch on hot dogs and chips. After all the fun, Santa delivers gifts for the children and food boxes for the families.

D.I.F. Desarrollo Integral de la Familia Sinaloa and Ruiz Cortines dif@puertopenasco.gob.mx difpuertopenasco@hotmail.com www.difpenasco.gob.mx www.puertopenasco.gob.mx Directora: Mayor’s Wife Supported solely by donations, this social service organization offers medical aid and a variety of services for needy families. If you know of a family in need you may contact DIF for help. They hold many public fundraisers throughout the year to raise money.

CHOLLA BAY SPORTSMENS CLUB Also referred to as the CBSC Dues: $40, Payable to CBSC PO Box 1320, Lukeville, AZ 85341 The Cholla Bay Sportsmens Club is responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and staffing the VHF Marine Channel 28 for the northern Sea of Cortez as well as CB Radio Channel 3. The CBSC pays the salary of the operator, aides in search and rescue operations and can aid in the transportation of critical victims. They also publish the Cholla Chatter and put on numerous events during the year such as the CBSC Fishing Derby, Horseshoe Tournament and other fun stuff held in Cholla Bay. 2012 OFFICERS President: Mike Dugan Vice-President: Pat Goodin: 382-5056 Secretary: Billie Crumbley: 382-5133 Treasurer: Enedina Otañez: 382-5142 Membership: Laura McIntyre 2012 BOARD MEMBERS Sal Otañez, Rhea Dugan, Don Schinidli, Paul Schoonover, Shirley McDonald, Tammy Hicks, Larry McIntyre, Kelly and Dave Adams The CBSC provides an invaluable service for those at sea and promotes good relations between American visitors and our Mexican neighbors.

CHILDREN’S HOME D.I.F. is building a children’s home on Calle Marcelo Pino and Callejon Benito Juarez. When completed, the home will be equipped to accommodate 50 children ranging in ages from newborns to 11 years. Children will be taken care of until their families have complied with the rehabilitation period, treatments, or requests by SDMF. The home is located on Calle Marcelo Pino and Callejon Benito Juarez, just behind the Basic Unit Rehabilitation Center of D.I.F.

EL GOLFO RUN Tom & Sandra O’Hare Rocky Point Times Newspaper 383-6325 or from U.S. (602) 476-1939 rockypointtimes@yahoo.com

The El Golfo Run is a fun bi-annual 4x4 trip (May and Oct) to El Golfo de Santa Clara through the desert, salt flats and onto the beach - even the coastal hwy. All 4x4’s welcome to join. There is no charge, fee, etc., you pay for your own motel and food when you get there. (Must have a sense of humor and be very patient.)

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS ESPERANZA PARA LOS NIÑOS Children’s Home: I.A.P., Casa Hogar para niños desamparados 383-2378 Off of Hwy. 8, 15 mi. N of Rocky Point PO Box 1024, Lukeville, AZ 85341 Secretary: Jose Manuel Barrera Sanchez Treasurer: Florencia Lucila G. Miron The children’s home is located outside of town, apx. 15 miles, and houses anywhere from 10 to 40 children. It provides temporary housing for families that cannot afford to take care of their children or are having a hard time. This is not an orphanage - these children are not up for adoption. They are always in need of cleaning supplies and fresh food (not canned items).

ESPERANZA DE VIDA Darlene Laura and Carole Fields Ave. Pino Suarez No. 143, Col. El Ferrocarril, Playa “F” Provides clothes, food, toys and medicine to the children/families in Colonia Nueva area.

GREEN ANGELS Angeles Verdes Hwy. 8 Patrol: Sunrise to Sunset Pull off shoulder and raise vehicle hood EMERGENCY DIAL 078 Provides assistance, tourist aid, information and emergency radio service for travellers on Hwy. 8 from Sonoyta to Rocky Point. Bilingual “Green Angels” provide protection service, medical aid and basic mechanical aid. There is no charge for mechanical service, you will only pay for auto parts, gas, oil, etc.

GRUPO SAN PEREGRINO Spiritual Support Cancer Group Dra. Arminda Gonzalez: 110-4934 Glenda Lopez: 383-2414 Mariana Perez: (044-638) 102-0564 sanperegrinopenasco@gmail.com The group’s mission is to provide spiritual and monetary support to individuals in Rocky Point that are affected by cancer.

GUARDIAN ANGELS Ramon Ramos: 388-5362/(044-638) 112-0350 ramonramos@prodigy.net.mx Started by Linda and Guy Scholey, and taken over by Ramon since their departure, the Guardian Angels puts on a Christmas party for Escuela La Montaña, the school for handicapped children. Every year donators select a special child to buy a gift for. With donations received, they are also able to provide hot meals for the children throughout the year.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Hábitat para la Humanidad, Mexico A.C. Pedro Martínez, English Spoken: 383-4323 Habitat for Humanity builds homes for families in need all over the world.

HELPING HANDS Manos de Ayuda, Inc. 383-5287 or (520) 760-8645 President: Ramon Contreras Pamela J. Lyke Marquez: pjlmarquez@aol.com Manos de Ayuda, Inc. is a non-profit corporation that provides rehabilitation, health education, medical and therapy equipment and supplies to children with special needs. They also help with construction modifications at a nursing home, a free clinic, and day care facility. These projects are made possible by volunteer efforts and financial assistance. Your help is always needed.

I.R.A.D. Director: Julio Alberto Lucero Arreola 044-638-109-2566 Located off of Cholla Bay Road I.R.A.D. is the institute for the recovery of drug addicts and alcoholics. The shelter houses, feeds and cares for those persons addicted. They rely and operate solely on donations and often sell candy to raise money to keep the centers open. They will always present their identification.

LAS CONCHAS HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. Phone: 382-0050 Guard Gate: 382-0095 President: Ginger Beauchamp Executive Vice President: Marcia Florian Vice President: Randi Alcott Treasurer: Georgia Mastin Secretary: Mary Inserra

PEÑASCO CHILDRENS FOUNDATION CON’T

A non-profit organization in Puerto Peñasco dedicated to enriching the lives of the children and their families. The organization provides medical assistance, assists families, offers education and assists in the general enrichment of children’s lives. The group holds many events during the year including golf tournaments, a children’s walk, triathlon, concerts and a New Year’s Eve Bash.

RED HAT LADIES LUNCHEON

SOUTH OF THE BORDER SINGLES

Brenda Barden: 044-638-386-9197 The Puerto Peñasco Chapter gets together on the last Monday of the month at 1PM (Oct.June) to have lunch and show off their “red hats and purple dresses”. All ladies welcome. Call for reservations or info.

South of the Border Singles (SOB’s) meets every Wednesday at 4:00PM at Playa Bonita Restaurant for cocktails/dinner. Monthly business meetings first Wednesday at 5:30PM at Playa Bonita. Sunday 9AM gather for weekly 9:30AM breakfast at various RP restaurants. Other fun events, short trips, parties throughout the year. All singles welcome! Local contact: Jane Joyner at Playa Bonita RV Park cjanejoyner@yahoo.com or Jean McCauley at Las Conchas; jeanmcc61@gmail.com Mexican cell phone is (044-638) 386-9774 or Magic Jack is (520) 303-4332.

REHABILITATION CENTER

Fundación para Conservación del Pinacate, A.C. Office Hours: 9AM - 5PM U.S. Mail: PO Box 745, Ajo, AZ 85321

Unidad Basica de Rehabilitacion Therapy for the handicap and those with special needs. Consultations accepted. Coordinator: Esperanza Lopez Trasviña Phone: 383-1918 Juan Aldama & Marcelo Pino

LIONS CLUB

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE

ROCKY POINT CHRISTMAS

Phone: 383-2488 Ave. Niños Heroes and Juan Aldama President: Ramón Ramos Rodríguez Women’s Committee President Lupita de Ramos Some of their programs include info. & action for the prevention of hypertension and diabetes, prescription glasses, eye surgery, supply wheelchairs, braces, crutches, etc. Donations of eyeglasses, or any other items may be dropped off at the office of the RPTimes.

El Pinacate Biosphere Reserve is considered one of the most unique volcanic zones in the world. The conservation of these gigantic craters and the surrounding areas are an important part of our ancient history and culture. Self guided hikes, overnight camping and exploring are allowed in the area provided you do not harm, disrupt or take plants, wildlife or artifacts from the area. Visitors must register at the office as they enter the reserve. The reserve is located at the halfway town (Nayarit) between Rocky Point and Sonoyta. Also located near this area is Gran Desierto de Altar, home to the largest area of natural sand dunes.

Tab Gray: tab@rockypoint.com Family of God Christian Fellowship PO Box 738, Lukeville, AZ 85341

MEN’S SHELTER Centro de Rehabilitación para Adultos y Jovenes La Esperanza A.C. Local Director: C. José de La Cruz Bravo 044-638-106-4079 identificacruz@live.com.mx On Simon Morua behind the new cemetery The center helps men in need by providing clothing, housing, job training and food. They run solely on donations.

NUEVA CREACION Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Center Sub Directors: Gregorio Soto Rodriguez and Guadalupe de Soto Phone: 044-638-105-9804 Calle Juan Aldama No. 527 Go to the new cemetary, turn right, go one block and turn left and 6 blocks ahead you will see the center.

OA Overeaters Anonymous Tuesdays 9:30AM Manuel Arista (some as AA) Phone: 044-638-103-3405 48 Campeche Ave.

OLD BOYS SOCIAL CLUB President: Lew Felton Fun group that hold meetings every month and puts on a variety of fun activities such as the Bash every year and donates to local charities and organizations.

PEÑASCO CHILDRENS FOUNDATION Founder: Steve Schwab Coordinator: Richard C. LaNasa Established 2003 520-232-2241 PO Box 70121, Tucson, AZ 85737 www.penascochildrensfoundation.org

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE

PISTA LOS PATOS SAND DRAGS Phone: 383-3105 Super fast racers from all over the U.S. and Mexico race each other down the sandy track, which is located just north of town. Everyone welcome. Events are held throughout the year, call above for schedule and times.

A group of a variety of community members who volunteer their time and efforts to raise money, purchase supplies and provide food bags, shoes and toys at Christmas time for the less fortunate. Every year thousands of children, men and women flock to receive their goodies, take pictures with Santa Claus, play games, eat hot dogs and have a great day. Volunteers spend all year collecting donations and then coordinate efforts a few weeks prior to the big event, which usually takes place mid-December.

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

Professional Business Women’s Club Meetings each Tuesday 8PM Phone: 383-2052 Monday - Friday 9AM - 1PM Constitucion and Serdán esq. # 1 www.bpwpuertopenasco.com This association of professional business women meets once a week and helps young women who are finishing school - high school or college and who have economic needs.

Ginger Phillips: (972) 742-3740 Thrift Store open Monday - Saturday 9am-4pm Run solely on donations Turn W on Samuel Ocaña, go to the first 4-way stop and turn left, go 1 block and turn right, then go 2 blocks and turn left. Thrift store is the light green building located at the end of the street on the right hand side. St. Vincent de Paul helps needy citizens by furnishing clothing, food baskets, medical assistance and basic needs.

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA) EMERGENCY DIAL 060

Business Phone: 383-2266 www.cruzrojapenasco.org.mx Monetary donations can be made in person, to the Red Cross people with their cans out when you see them in the street or you may deposit directly into their account: Banamex Acct# 7661161 SUC. 472 Located on Blvd. Fremont, across from the Fire Department (Bomberos) SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE The Red Cross offers its services free of charge to the general public. They handle a number of minor injuries such as stings, bites, cuts, sprains, broken bones, etc. They have ambulance service and offer their services 24 hours a day. They work with local doctors and clinics to provide emergency care for patients with more serious injuries. They operate solely on donations, so please donate when you can. They are always in need of medical supplies, crutches, wheelchairs, etc. You may drop off donations at the Red Cross or at the office of the Rocky Point Times. The Red Cross can fill Portable Oxygen Tanks with prior notice.

SANTA CLAUS CLUB Organizer: John Fowler: 602-840-1528 PO Box 5, Lukeville, AZ 85341 Delivers food boxes, bikes, toys and clothes to needy families all year long. Donations are accepted and transported to Rocky Point year round. If you have a donation pickup in the Phoenix area, call John Fowler or email santaclausclub@hotmail.com.

SANTIAGO RUIZ SALCIDO ASSOCIATION This group offers help to people in their terminal cancer phase. It is comprised of a group of people who offer care to cancer patients who suffer from a terminal illness, when the time comes that the hospital can do nothing further. The patients are given support to help them have a better quality of life by receiving love, respect, and understanding in their final hours. Contact: awyspot@hotmail. com Santiago Ruiz Salcido Rocky Point cellular (044-638) 384-6166 The groups’ basic needs are adult diapers, Ensure shakes, medicines, hospital beds etc.

2 FISH MINISTERIOS Founder: Pastor Stan Tedrow Peñasco Christian Fellowship Melchor Ocampo & Tecla Bustamante Donations accepted and welcomed at the Felowship Monday Friday 8AM - 2PM or can be dropped off at the Black Dog All gifts are taxdeductible Checks payable to: Mission Heartbeat PO Box 1032, Lukeville, AZ 85341 This rapidly growing organization was created after seeing the desperate need families were faced with when the U.S. economy declined, heavily impacting Mexico, and the peso dropped dramatically. As a result, jobs vanished, more people became homeless and could no longer afford to feed their families. Pastor Stan Tedrow shared his burden to feed the hungry with his congregation, and two feeding sites were born on February 24, 2009 with more being added since then. Currently, citizens can receive a hot meal at Fountain of Life Mission in Colonia San Rafael and at Arizona Taco Place on Constitucion and at Aquiles Serdan across from Hotel Paraiso del Desierto on Constitucion.

TOURISM BUREAU (OCV) Puerto Peñasco Convention & Visitor’s Bureau 388-0444/US Toll Free 877-843-3717 Mexico Toll Free: 01-800-552-2820 Blvd. Fremont. Fremont Plaza #4 www.cometorockypoint.com Mon-Fri: 9am-2pm & 4-7pm, Sat 9am-3pm President: Hector Vazquez Lic. Ana Laura Saens: 383-7025 Rafael Gonzales V.: 388-0444

UNCOMMON WOMEN ON COMMON GROUND GROUP Rosie Glover: 044-638-112-0134 Group meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30PM for something fun!

WEEKEND MISSIONS 323 Leon de La Barra and Madero (in the old Hotel Villa Granada) 383-1394/(480) 626-5440/(480) 503-8832 Founders: Mark, Jerry and Rusty Renovation Coordinator: Conrad Provides for the physical and spiritual needs of the very poor, widowed and orphaned. Donations of building supplies and other everyday supplies always welcome.

WOMEN’S SHELTER Centro de Rehabilitación para Mujeres La Esperanza A.C. Directora: Hna. Ana Krause: 044-638-102-0869 anaycruz@live.com From Blvd. Samuel Ocaña, turn north at sign on Pto. Ensenada. Go 10 blocks and the women’s center will be on your left, just before the last cross street.

YOUTH SPORTS FOUNDATION (638) 107-9936 Rick Busa: RBusa@ysf.com.mx Promotes youth sports in Puerto Peñasco. Donations of sports equipment, uniforms, etc. always welcome. Call for sports schedule and come out to watch the kids play.

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CLASSIFIEDADS ANNOUNCEMENTS ANIMAL ADOPTION CENTER OF ROCKY POINT – (A 501© tax exempt corporation) wwwrpaac.org. Center located north of Benito Juarez on Calle 15 (Leon de la Barra) 3 blocks left corner. Also donation drop point at Giuseppis Espresso on Blvd. Fremont (next to Black Dog) Mexico (011-52-638) 383-1012, Phoenix (602) 412-3932, Tucson (520) 407-6594, nancy_phelan@yahoo.com. AACORP P.O. Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341. (#1-AAC) BILINGUAL SERVICES SUNDAY 10AM with Peñasco Christian Fellowship. Bilingual services also offered Wednesday at 7PM. Located ½ block E. of the Melchor Ocampo & Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez intersection. North from Las Conchas Pemex, ½ blk E. at 3rd stop sign past railroad tracks. For more info. call Stan or Becky at 383-4513. (#1-24) JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES KINGDOM HALL Thursday Ministry School & Service Meeting 7pm. Sunday Public Discourse 9:30am. Located on the (baseball) stadium road, on the left, just before the big blvd. Call 382-0049 or 383-3885. (#a1a) GRUPO UNIDAD CRISTIANOS DE PEÑASCO Pastor Ernesto Portugal. Headphones available for English translation. Sunday service 10:30AM, Thursday Service 7:30PM, Children’s school same hours. Church office open Monday through Friday 9:30AM to 2PM. Located on Simon Morua. Call for info. (011-52-638) 383-2240. (#1-ch) ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM – Charity organization operated for 9 years now by Barb and Mark Olszewski, helping 9 schools and over 2,500 students. If anyone would like to help us with donations of spiral notebooks, pencils, crayons, erasers, rulers, etc...it will really be appreciated. You may use the offices of the Rocky Point Times Newspaper for a drop-off-point (off Calle 13-map in paper), or get information at www. rockypointclassroom.com (#1-AAC) PUERTO PEÑASCO ‘ROCKIES’ WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL – Needs team boosters and sponsors!! Visitors are welcome to come watch us practice each Sunday 3-6PM at the Municipal Gymnasium on the main Blvd. at the north end of town. WE NEED DONATIONS to purchase sport wheelchairs for basketball. We ALSO NEED basketballs and uniforms!! Call Mark (602) 324-9529 or in Rocky Point (011-52-638) 383-4963. Email markbarb@prodigy.net.mx (#1-WC)

GIUSEPPIS ESPRESSO – is now a drop off site for Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point. Giuseppis Espresso is located on Blvd. Fremont between Cruz Roja (Red Cross) and the STOP sign at Sinaloa, next to Black Dog Casino (01152-638) 383-5181. (#1-AAC) BARB’S DOG RESCUE – located 8 miles north of Rocky Point on the highway to Sonoyta, signs on both sides of highway. Also donation drop off point at Twin Dolphins Real Estate on Blvd Fremont, next to Cruz Roja (Red Cross). BarbsDogRescue@aol.com. Mexico (011-521-638) 114-1659 or (044-638) 384-0113. From the US dial (602) 3247241. (#1-dg) SEARCHING FOR A GURU – or Spiritual Guide.CALL DR. VAZQUEZ (011-52-638) 383-3014. (#1-V) The Rocky Point American Legion Post needs your help. They need 15 tables and 55 chairs for their Post, since the ones they were using, were on loan and must be returned. Also someone has stolen their money out of the safe at the Post. They need this money, and they need the tables and chairs to enable them to carry on business, and also feed the 30 families that the Post takes care of with food each and every week. If you can help, in any way, please email Rob Baylor at irretired04@gmail.com or stop by the Post in the Mirador Beach area, just down from Manny’s Beach Club and up the street from the Pink Cadillac. (#1-AL) BIKE RALLY SATURDAY AT MANNY’S – Around lunch time. We caught each other’s yes and sort of flirted from a far. I was sitting in the sun with my brother and a little girl. Please contact me! piloto555@ yahoo.com. (#1-HU) ART GALLERIES GALERIA DEL MAR BERMEJO – The finest in Authentic Mexican Art. Largest selection of Mata Ortiz Pottery & JewelryCertified Huichol Yarn Paintings by Artist, Juan Silva-Certified Bronze Sculpture by Felipe Chavez Hernandez-Certified unique jewelry of sterling silver and semiprecious stones featuring sponge and coral. Virgin Saints and Angels-Daniel EspinosaCharles Alpert-Mara La Madrid. Books, * Books, * Books (children’s bilingual, decorator, culinary and more). Located behind the church in Old Port. Open 7 days from 10AM to 5PM. MasterCard and Visa accepted. From the U.S. dial (011-52-638) 383-3488 (phone and fax), or email: GaleriadelMarBermejo@yahoo. com. (#9-1) VILLA DEL ARTE OWNER, VICTOR ALEMAN is a world renowned spray paint artist here in Rocky Point. His Village of Artesanias is located on Hwy. 8, just north of Rocky Point (before you go over the last hill). He is building the village out of adobe and sells a huge variety of statues, pots, fountains, tables, benches and much more. Open 7 days a week 9AM - 5PM. Phone Victor locally at (044-638) 1057839, or from the U.S. at (011-521-638) 105-7839. (#9-4)

BEAUTY SALONS GLORIAS BEAUTY SALON SINCE 1969! We do it all and we carry a full line of beauty supplies. Gloria’s Beauty Shop is located on Constitucion, just before Super Ley Market. Phone locally at 383-5075 or from the U.S. (011-52-638) 383-5075 for an appointment, ask for Gloria. English Spoken. (#25-13) PBC – PEÑASCO BEAUTY CENTER – ONLY AMERICAN SALON IN Rocky Point. Full line AVON Beauty Supplies. Hair, Nails, Facials, Manicures and Pedicures cell (044-638) 106-3611. On Constitucion, across from Super Ley. (#25-1) BILL PAYING SERVICE DON’T GET CUT OFF!! BILL PAYING Service with 48 years experience for Rocky Point and Cholla Bay residents! See Patty at Mexico Bonito Realty located just off Cholla Bay Road. Local call us at 383-5737 or 383-4111, or from the U.S. dial (602) 476-1837. Visit our website at www.mexicobonitorealty.com or email us at mebore@mexicobonitorealty.com or patricia@mexicobonitorealty.com. (#30-1) WHILE YOU’RE AWAY I’LL PAY YOUR electric, water, phone, bills, etc. Since 1993 I’ve been working with Immigration services. English/Spanish spoken. References available. Call Silvia Villa at Premium Services, locally at 383-5758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 476-1187, or email me at sivife@hotmail.com. (#30-2) BUILDING CONTRACTORS Build your Dream Home in Rocky Point today! Work with a professional company backed by dozens of completed home projects. Visit RockyPointHomeBuilders. com and learn why we are the number one builder of custom homes in Puerto Peñasco. (#37-3) CATERING LA COCINA de RAMON – Ave. Francisco González Bocanegra (638) 388-5362 (#50-1) COFFEE AND COFFEE HOUSES MAX’S CAFÉ: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, Dinner, Pizza, Full Espresso and Liquor Bar. Free Wireless Internet & Phone to the U.S. Located in front of Hotel Peñasco del Sol. Live Music Thur-Sun 8PM-11PM 3831011. (#56-5) BEST COFFEE IN TOWN – XOCHITLS CAFE (Sally’s place) in Cholla Bay. Not to mention awesome food! Breakfast 6AM2PM! You can’t beat her chiles rellenos and spinach omelet. Call to order ahead 382-5283. (#56-10) GIUSEPPIS ESPRESSO – Inside or Outside seating. On Blvd. next to Black Dog Casino. Open for Breakfast @ 7AM. Espresso, latte, mocha, cappuccino... it’s all here. Leashed, well behaved dogs always welcomed. (011-52-638) 383-5181 (#56-6)

GIUSEPPIS ESPRESSO – Open weekends in the Activity Center at the Sonoran Spa Resort, on Sandy Beach. (#56-7) DENTAL SERVICES WANT A DENTIST WHO USES THE latest in technology and equipment when getting your teeth cared for? Ernesto Grijalva, D.D.S. comes highly recommended by all of his patients – ask anyone of them! Stop by his office located on Blvd. Fremont, just south of the fire dept. or call Mario for an appointment (011-52-638) 383-3434. (#64-3) FM3 SERVICES SERVICES FOR AMERICANS – FM3 / FM2, Visas, Tax ID Numbers (Hacienda Registration), accounting services, bill paying and more. Office location: Sun Valley Business and Immigration Service, Plaza del Sol, Local No. 8 (north side of Blvd. Fremont). Call local at 383-8891, from the U.S. dial (520) 829-4340 or email Bianeysvisa@aol.com or Dynorasvisa@ aol.com. English spoken. (#79-9) FM2/FM3/RFC/HACIENDA/IMSS – If you don’t speak Spanish, or just want someone to help guide you through the process, call Silvia Villa at Premium Services at 383-5758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 476-1187 or sivife@hotmail. com. Translations from English to Spanish or Spanish to English also available – any document you need translated. Call Silvia whenever you need help with anything from bill paying to ordering flowers! (#79-1) FOR RENT MOBILE HOME/CASITA FOR RENT – 1/2 Block from beach in the Mirador. Nice, fully furnished, quiet, secured park that includes large patio. Call Don or Pam (480) 840-3146 OR (480) 748-8065. (#100-PJ) FOR SALE AUTHENTIC GERMAN SAUSAGES – Walter’s Brats Sausages for sale everyday, come and taste it fresh from the BBQ Every Fri & Sat. 3PM - 7PM. Corner of Blvd Fremont & Nuevo Leon. (044-638) 110-4970. (#86-17). MOBILE HOME/CASITA FOR SALE – Located 1/2 Block from beach in the Mirador. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Fully Furnished. Deck overlooking the ocean. Located in nice, quiet, secured, small RV Park. $4,000usd. Call Don or Pam at (480) 840-3146 or (480) 748-8065. (#102-PJA) MOBILE HOME/CASITA FOR SALE – Located 1/2 Block from beach in the Mirador. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Fully Furnished. Very large patio area. Located in nice, quiet, secured, small RV Park. $3,000usd. Call Don or Pam at (480) 840-3146 or (480) 748-8065. (#102-PJB) FURNITURE DEALERS & DELIVERY MOVING FROM THE STATES to Rocky Point/ San Carlos since 1987. Our price includes no surprise fees from pickups to setups.Email geoff@bordermovers.com or phone (480) 2323518. (#90-9) MUEBLES IMPERIALES – Comonfort and Juan de la Barrera#33. (638) 383-6480. (#9010)

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TELEMARKETERS NEEDED! Must speak English. Join the team in our new call center. Make $500-$3000 pesos a week. Email your curriculum to penascojob@gmail.com. (#99-2)

DON’T GET CUT OFF! BILL PAYING SERVICE – On the beach in Rocky Point Call (638) 383-2596. (#152-2)

HOUSES & CONDOS FOR RENT LONG TERM & NIGHTLY RENTALS, Las Conchas, Mirador, In Town, Sandy Beach Homes and Condos. Starting at $150.00 USD per month. Twin Dolphins (011-52-638) 3833919, (602) 324-7241 (#100-4) PUERTA PRIVADA LONG TERM LEASE 2 OR 3 bdrm condos for long term lease only. Furnished or unfurnished available. Visit model on site 9am to 5pm daily for more info. (#10042) HOUSES & CONDOS FOR SALE AJO HOUSE – 3bd, 2ba. Backyard faces County Park, mountain views. Has a/c full house backup generator. Bottom of “U” street, nice neighborhood in Ajo, AZ. (520) 387-5474. (#102-m) INSURANCE SERVICES INSURANCE AND BONDING AGENCY –REAL estate - Mexican & American Insurance: Auto, boat, life, house, commercial. Yolanda Silva, Agent. Ave Nayarit #62. Call 383-6280. (#107-1) JEWELERS JOYERIA MAX – MAX’S JEWELTY - Custom design, repairs, diamonds and gemstones. Special orders are our specialty. Open 11AM – 9PM Monday through Saturdays. Shop located on the north side of No Reeleccion (Calle 26), just east of RR tracks. Lamek_fu@ hotmail.com. Call Max (011-52-638) 3885512 and 383-2698. (#110-2) MASSAGE

YEARLY RV SPACE – $2,000usd - 1/2 Block from beach in the Mirador. Small, quiet park that includes secured gate and patio. If interested, please call Don or Pam at (480) 840-3146 or (480) 748-8065 (#152-PJ) SERVICES PUERTO PEÑASCO HOME INSPECTIONS. Be an intelligent investor: Get a home inspection before you buy your next home or investment property in Mexico. Puerto Peñasco’s only full time Home Inspector. Call (602) 748-4134, local dial (044-638) 110-4728 or email tomthomas360@gmail.com. (#157-7) PET SITTING SERVICE – DON’T WORRY about your animals for a day, week or month! Vacation with peace of mind. I will look after your cats or dogs. Lots of experience with animals! Phone Nancy at (011-52-638) 383-1012. (#15721) AGUA GRANDE TOWING – Tows to U.S.A. No problem. All operators fluent in English and Spanish. Dennis Bleeker (011-52-638) 383-5770. From the U.S. (520) 232-2149. (#157-3) SATELLITE TV, DSS, DBS, FTA, C/ BAND – Home theater, internet, audio/ video, sales, service, custom installations, residential and commercial. Mobile (044638) 103-5317 Mex. VOIP (602) 635-2246 USA. TRADING STOCKS AND OPTIONS IN ROCKY POINT? – Let’s have a beverage and discuss the market. breakeven00@ gmail.com (#1-CM)

U.S.A. CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPIST. Several bodywork modalities available. Out calls or in clinic. $55 per hour. Best massage in town. Rita Pizarro, from U.S. dial (602) 748-4134, clinic (011-52-638) 383-8030, local dial 383-8030 or (044-638) 386-5203 or email ritapizarro@gmail.com. (#120-6)

LLOYDS MOVING & STORAGE – from a hand-full to a van-full. Complete packing and unpacking available. Full moving services available from and to U.S. and Mexico. (623) 551-1616. 1-866-568-9001. (#90-1)

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HEAD OUT TO ROCKY POINT – door to door shuttle service from Phoenix to Rocky Point. Group and one-way rates available. Wanna Go? Let Us Know! Email headout@cox.net, phone in the U.S. (602) 971-0166 or U.S. Toll Free (866) 4432368. www.headouttorockypoint.com. No waiting in border lines when you ride with us! (#158-3)

CONTRA PLAGAS – COCKROACHES, Termites, mosquitoes, flies, bees, fire ants, fleas, scorpions, spiders, rats, ants, mice. We have our Federal License. English spoken. Call Antonio Mendivil, owner at 383-8787. 24 hour emergency phone dial (044-638) 380-5136. (#126-1) REAL ESTATE SERVICES TWIN DOLPHINS – Blvd. Fremont, next to Red Cross. Mexico (638) 383-3919 US (602) 324-7241. (#140-1) REALTY EXECUTIVES – Jonni Francis at Paseo Las Glorias, across from Peñasco del Sol. Mexico (638) 382-5355 US (602) 334-4134. (#140-2) PABLO REALTY – located in Rocky Point. Call 383-8657. Sonoran Licensed Agent. Selling in Rocky Point for 14 years. (#140-3)

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Enclosed is a check to renew my subscription to the RPTimes. As requested in the subscription renewal reminder my email address too. Viola Vanegas Great Newspaper with a lot of love for Rocky Point and the community....Thank you for caring and making us smile. Kory Bonini Hola, Kory! It’s been too long! Thank you for your comments. Hi RPT! Per your request our email address. I would like to continue to receive RPTimes in hard copy form as we use it as a resource and also pass the copies along to friends who are visiting Puerto Peñasco. Thanks for your continued hard work! Steve & Cheri Wenk! No place I’d rather be! Barbra Roberts Rocky Point really is PERFECT, this time of year! Wish I woke up there this morning...Love It!!! Kathy Richards Jones Rocky Point mornings are the best! Take your time!! We’re all waiting but you’re worth any wait!! Robin Fugazzotto Your Rocky Point Times will be there, soon. Just got back from a great week in Rocky Point. It was the first time we took two of our Grandkids... they had a blast!! The only problem we encountered was we went in town to show kids around and parked at Flavio’s (where we always do) the man directed us in to a parking spot and we were off a few hours later we came back and our Canon camera was gone (it was tucked up in the cubby hole of our truck) but we should have known better to leave in there. They also took a bottle of rum and cell phone. The parking man was not there when we got back. Not a good start to our vacation but we had fun anyways and will be back! Cindy Reynolds Ah man. And we know to NEVER, NEVER leave anything for the taking, no matter where in the world we are. I hate that! So sorry! Does anyone know of a used furniture store? We r looking for a kitchen set. Thanks! Karen Billadeau

Go see Jill @ Consign and Design on Blvd. Freemont, and there is a second hand place that has really nice furniture, it’s a bit expensive but you can go take a look, its on Blvd. Josefa, next to the Circle K gas station, she is usually there all weekend. Hi Sandy, Lannette and crew, you guys are always so helpful, wondering if you can tell me what’s happenin’ around Christmas to New Years in R.P. We are Spring/Fall regulars but haven’t made it down for year or so and are thinking on maybe coming down couple of days before Christmas and leave early January. Any annual holiday fun stuff to do, plan for? Thanks, as always, Billie Most all the restaurants have Holiday dinners, and New Year’s Parties planned each year. There is JJ’s Children’s Party out in Cholla, and daily feeding of the hungry if you are looking to volunteer. Just depends on what you want to do. Check our November and December issues online for events http:// penas.co/rptimes Next question...is it now the case we cannot bring our own food into Mexico? Not a big deal but wanted to plan. Barb Walters Harris Yes, you can bring your own food, with restrictions. NO BEEF for sure. Restrictions are basically the same whether you are crossing into Mexico, or crossing into the USA. Go to www.rptimes.com click on the right side, where you see the RED LETTERS...CROSSING THE BORDER. All the information is there for you. Wish I could be there, just got my bike in May and no vacation time :( Kelly McCarty The Annual Rocky Point Motorcycle Rally is ALWAYS a big, fun event!

I started going to RP in the 80’s. We stayed in a CHEAP blue trailer near Manny’s. Then we decided to start going to Playa Bonita… Now we Only go to the Sonorans. :) Cindy Leonhardt Oh, those ‘Good Ole Days’. We first visited in 1990...never left. Wow! I remember camping in a tent on Sandy Beach...I sure miss those days! Thanks for sharing

this :) Shaw Hudson Guess what? You can still camp in a tent on Sandy Beach!

Hi Sandra, Hows RP and you this beautiful morning? Gee I miss it, I must come back and visit soon, it’s been too long. Michele MacKenzie Just as perfect as you can imagine, swimsuit/ shorts during the day, UGGS at night. LOL Yes, Mexico. That’s the place to be to relax and enjoy, oh I forgot the Boo bar. Arthur Mendez Read a Rocky Point Times Newspaper, Eat, Drink, Repeat. Aaron Rand Yes, Aaron, those are the “Rocky Point Rules” It’s time to give up hoping for old issues from a friend when we get down to R.P. Thanks, so much for publishing the RPTimes. Bob & Carolyn Lofrano Woodland Hills, CA I have to admit, rolling out of bed and getting breakfast at Manny’s with a Bloody Mary was the bomb! Doreen Storz We’ve done that many, many times!

We have tried to get to your office, but the street is a mess. Hope this works. Thank you Herman Court

My husband’s father once owned an old bus converted into living quarters up behind Manny’s, it was called The Sugar Shack...the sign is still there! Bernadette Koren Whetten You need to go get the sign!

I want to win a subscription!”...I love reading your newspaper even if I cannot get there as often as I’d like to...you keep me informed! Consuelo Parra Villaverde Every month we run a contest to win a subscription, on our Rocky Point Times Newspaper Facebook Page.

Hey local experts, what’s the weather like there midDecember? Barb Walters Harris Beautiful! Sunny skies. Sometimes cold wind. Sometimes shorts during the day, depending on where you are from, definitely sweats for night.

I too used to stay next to Manny’s, in an old trailer. Now I have a motorhome and stay at the Playa Bonita’s campground right on the beach. Doreen Storz We ‘lived’ next to Manny’s Beach Club in Playa Miramar for many years. We love it at Bella Sirena on Sandy Beach Jean Graham Clint and I would like to thank you for the lovely memorial you had for Tom. Beautiful people and good times. It was great and was so glad we could attend. God Bless Tom: Rest in PEACE. JoAnn Mickley & Clinton Glenn Sure glad you came...yes many friends from long ago. I’ll be there nov. 7-10 Tony Watlington Of course, for the 13th Annual Motorcycle Rally the first of November!! Greetings from El Ciego, a tiny wine village in La Rioja, Spain. No bare feet on beaches, only for stomping grapes. We miss Rocky Point but are having a ball. Sue Swafford So cool that you and Ed took the September issue of the Rocky Point Times Newspaper with you to Spain!!! Dear Sandra, Sorry to be a problem child here. I have spent last 6 hours trying to find my passport. No luck, we will have to cancel, if there is charge for missed reservations in El Golfo please let me know. I just cannot figure out any way to make this work. Everything I read says I need passport to get back into the states. We were really looking forward to joining you. Mike Acord Sorry didn’t answer you, but we started our ‘Run’ on Thur...made it to the Ranchito Thur night. Run was great! Party was wonderful!! Sorry you couldn’t make it, it was a blast... many good people! SandyO Northern Pintails come all the way from Canada seen flying over Cholla Bay for the winter. Steve Franklin

rockypointtimes@yahoo.com • find us on facebook • follow us on twitter • www.rptimes.com Wish I could have been there. Soon, I must find my way to Rocky Point. Patricia Bird Yes, Tom’s party was wonderful, with new friends and friends from long ago. Is there some other place to “like” your FB page? Cheryl Lee- Laduron- Holderby Our facebook Page is titled ‘Rocky Point Times Newspaper’...simply click on the ‘Like’ rectangle just down from the top right. Just did the Pirate Ship El Rey del Mar last week Sandy, with the Grand Kids...It was a “Boat Load”

of fun!! Ron Alto Yes, Ron, it is a ‘Boat Load’ of fun for young AND old!!

Sandy, I see that there is an event for Tom on Sunday October 20. Noel will be in Cholla that weekend with our son. What time and where is the event. I know Noel would love to pay tribute to Tom. Thanks Jeni O’Callaghan They were here at the Ranchito. I soooo enjoyed seeing Noel again!! We were just sitting on the beach at the Mayan Palace two weeks ago and headed into town to eat some HUGE shrimp looking out at that very boat at sunset. Tracy Paul Gruber Yes, the Rey del Mar is a very popular Pirate Ship Sunset Cruise.

Hope see You soon!!! Love You Silvia Villa Will be down much more, after a few more weeks. Promise! Wish I could have shared at Tom’s Party thanks Gloria Ortega We missed you! OMG, Les and I forgot about the Party for Tom. So sorry to you and your Mom. We feel really bad. The days just pass really fast. Pat Foss Oh, how well we know! Lots of friends from many years, some haven’t seen for a long time! It was great! Just what he wanted. Here’s to you mi amigo David Feltman Thanks Dave, you were a friend to Tomás...and a ‘poker buddy’. Have you picked a date for the May El Golfo Run run yet? Carole Curcio I must see the May Tide Calendar first, but the May 2014 RPTimes El Golfo Run will be either the weekend after the 14th or the 28th.

Thinking of you. A toast to Tom from Wisconsin. Marja Phipps See you soon, family!!!

Sandy…Been up an hour “walking around in a stupor” and wondering where I am, and why I’m not in El Golfo anymore and have restaurants to fix my meals? Yes, I remembered part of the conversation, and today with “more of a brain” after the beer and Tammy Hick’s “jello dealy bobs”...I’m thinking...OMG, did you have a place to stay? It was so WORTH EVERY BIT OF EXTRA EFFORT! Let me know the best way to get you your 10 calendars and my “other thing” for you! Yes, the EL GOLFO TRIP AND THE PARTY FOR TOM WERE WONDERFUL! AGAIN, WE ARE SO GLAD WE WENT! You did a great job with all of it! People hope you will continue. By the way, I had an idea...if you continue the trips...why not have a EL GOLFO RUN “PAGE” on Facebook where everyone could post their photos? Like me, Candy Thompson, etc. etc. People may get their photos posted at different times, and it would all be in a tidy place, and keep everyone in contact with each other. It’s a great group of people! Love Us Karen & Chuck Aldridge Rocky Point Calendar

I want to say thank you...all the way from California. I had an amazing time with awesome people on this last El Golfo Run.” If the timing is right, and I get the OK from work...I would love to join you all again. I have never met such a great group of people...especially Pablo. LOL Thank you guys! Cesar Caratachea Cesar, please join us any time work allows. Nice meeting you!

Hello, My name is Michelle (AKA “super women”) as Tom O’Hare referred to me in his Rocky Point Time article June 2000. I met Tom and Sandy thru my friends Bev and Carl many years ago. While in Rocky Point last week I stopped in the store at WHY to pick up my RPT. However none where there. Highly unusual I thought. So, I picked 1 up in town. Much to my surprise was an article about

Our favorite lunch spot in Rocky Point is Sr. Amigos with our favorite waiter Edgar!! Best Cadillac Margarita :) Cindy Parkinson We were so wishing we were there for Tom’s Party, can’t wait to see you guys next month! Christine Jonker C U SOON! Does anyone know if “THE REEF RV PARK” is still open. I sell Mexico insurance and a customer was inquiring about it? Vicki Glass Yes, of course...still open.

Tom. I was very sad to hear of the news and send my condolences to the family. I know that the O’Hare’s have put their heart and soul into making Rocky Point a fine and exciting place for tourist like me to enjoy. I totally appreciate the energy that you all have put into the establishing the RPTimes Newspaper and the knowledge that you have shared to make me feel safe while traveling in Rocky Point. I will remember Tom for the kind and cheerful man that he was and the laughter he shared. Sincerely, Michelle Ruffo Yes of course, I remember you, and the story Tom wrote about your amazing fortitude! Thank you very much for writing. Where can I pick up a RPT in Scottsdale? Friends going down for first time and are a little

nervous. Molly Pilcher

Oh,my just reading your editorial made me very sad. I have never been able to get together with both of you. My Condolence to Sandra and your Family. You need all the help you can get to continue without your partner. Just been to Rocky Point on the 26th for a whole week. What a wonderful time we had on the Beach. I, wish I could be at your great ass party. May he rest in peace, With greetings from Colorado Renata I was there @ the beach yesterday, going again tomorrow – beautiful. Brigitte Marlow Hi Sandy and Lannette, Note Lui enjoying lunch at his beach house. It was bought over by the owner of a very exclusive, small restaurant which is near to his shack. This dining spot is so exclusive and so small it’s hard to find. Very few people in Washington State know about it. He has his leather, Spanish bota full of red wine. The five bean salad is from a secret recipe by Mama Sebastiani. (wine and cooking diva) On his plate is also a bun stuffed with Spanish sausage, and a peach cobbler. He will pass on the potato chips because he’s on a diet. This is a place that would please Tom. William Rainey I was just reading the October issue, and someone asked about bank fees for using ATM’s. If you have an account with Bank of America, you can use the Santander ATM without a fee. (also Scotia and Serfin banks when further south). Hope that help. Eli B. Thanks for the information.

Hi, could you tell me if the Mex. govt. is still actively going through coolers for meat & dairy and prohibiting dog kibble importation? Haven’t been down since last Spring and sometimes these things come & go in practice. THANKS! Connie Lauth Huh? Here’s the scoop, go to our Web site www.rptimes.com and click on the right side of our Home Page where it says CROSSING THE BORDER (Click on English/top, right). NO BEEF, NO DOG FOOD WITH BEEF/ LAMB. I’d love one of these new Rocky Point Calendars...How can I purchase!? Annette Marie Matty-May The new 2014 Rocky Point Calendars are $12.99 plus S&H. www.RockyPointCalendar. com. Email aldridgechuck.karen@gmail. com. USA (623) 698-0117 Rocky Point (638) 382-5400. Cellular (044-638) 384-6445 Lannette’s tribute to her dad is amazing. You give his legacy some serious soul and goodness. Frank Escobar I love keeping up with the news in RP -- we get down there a few times during the year. Thanks for

the info. Lorri Kulberg Kempton

Love your paper. Frank Feeney Thank you for ‘Liking’ our Rocky Point Times Newspaper Facebook Page! Hi Sandy, I am so sorry that we couldn’t go on the El Golfo run. My brother couldn’t make it with his buggy, and mine is not done yet. Hope you had a great time and I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy. A favor if I may... I was sitting in the sun at Manny’s Beach Club with my brother and little girl having lunch on Saturday of Biker Rally Weekend. It was around 1:00 or so in the afternoon. There was a very pretty lady with a group of bikers there. She was apparently with another, dark haired lady, and two biker couples. We made nice eye contact and kind of flirted a bit from a far. Since she was with her group, and I was with my brother and daughter, (and I was shy), I did not approach her and introduce myself. I’ve been “kicking myself in the butt” ever since. If you could print this in your correspondence section, perhaps she will see it. I would love for her to contact me at piloto555@yahoo.com. I already paid for an ad to go in the classified section of RPT, but not everyone looks there so if you could please print this in the correspondence section, maybe she will see it. Wish me luck!! I’ll send you some flowers for playing “cupid” if she contacts me! Take care, and let me know if you need anything, Robert

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