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By Marco Zepeda

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! ROCKY POINT TIMES STAFF Thomas Nelson O’Hare III (RIP 1941-2013) Founder / Owner Sandra Jo O’Hare Owner / Managing Editor / Publisher Lannette Phipps Editorial / Contributing Writer Alicia Grajeda - Administrative Executive Marco Zepeda - Sales and Accounts Executive Beatriz Lumbreras - Freelance Graphic Artist Manny Sánchez Radical Gravity Media Web + Social + Video www.RadicalGravity.com MONTHLY CIRCULATION/DISTRIBUTION Our newspapers are hand delivered in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico and in the U.S. to Lukeville, Ajo, Gila Bend and Arizona. We bulk mail to over 600 monthly subscribers. The Rocky Point Times is printed in Mexico SUBSCRIPTIONS Go to our Website www.rptimes.com click on subscriptions or call us at or write us at P.O. Box 887 Lukeville, Az 85341 ADVERTISING IN THE ROCKY POINT TIMES For Information Email Us at rockypointtimes@yahoo.com. AD DEADLINE 10th of the month, preceeding publication 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 from the U.S. dial (011-52-638) 383-6325 Local dial 383-6325 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 See Page 66 PHOTO & ARTICLE SUBMISSION 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.

It’s time to go to the beach! The water temperature has changed, and it is perfect. The weather has been pretty perfect too even though we’ve had some hot days and some very annoying windy days. Every day I think about just heading to the beach, setting up my shade and enjoying some ice cold cervezas and some aguachiles…but, unfortunately, it’s only Tuesday and I’m at work, so I will have to wait until the weekend is here. But for those of you who can come and enjoy the beach during the work week try snapping some great photos and sending them our way – you never know, yours might made the cover! I hope you are all doing well. We have been working hard here at the Rocky Point Times getting many visitors and a lot of people coming in to get some free books – probably to read at the beach! In case you didn’t know, we have a free book exchange library here at the office and you don’t need to bring a book to take one. It’s sad to see many of the RV’s and snowbirds go back home, but we will happily see them return once again in the fall. Summer is considered to be our “slow season”, but in the last few years we have seen an increase in tourists, both national and international. Many come to Peñasco this month since school is out and we love to see everyone out enjoying the beach, eating at our local restaurants and doing lots of shopping. In the next couple month’s you will be hearing a lot about politics around town as the elections for President of Mexico and Mayor of Puerto Peñasco are coming. Tom O’Hare, our “forever editor” always said, ‘we don’t discuss politics or religion in the Rocky Point Times’, but we would like to wish good luck to whomever gets elected to govern or country and city. We would love to see our country prosper no matter who wins and we also want to see our city get more investments, more jobs, and many more good things. And that is all I can say because now the girls are saying if I talk any more about politics I am going to get into big trouble! (Election Day is July 1st and remember that NO alcohol is sold for the entire day.) June 17th is Father’s Day and, just like Mother’s Day, there will be many restaurants and bars having specials, so be nice and take your Dad out for dinner or for a cerveza or

maybe some good birria tacos or carne asada tacos. I know here in Mexico we celebrate Mother’s Day more than we celebrate Father’s Day, but I think we should be celebrating it the same way!! Happy Father’s Day to my Dad and all of you Dads out there. Many people are asking us about the Cruise Ship Home Port so be sure to read the article in this month’s issue: Word is that it will get a private investment. We would really like to see it finished as it will generate more jobs and will benefit everyone – on both sides of the border. During the Arizona-Sonora Commission the finish date was going to be in 2020, but we have not seen any movement lately in the area, so we shall wait. We all believe that it will become a reality – we just don’t know when. Many big projects coming to our small city; one of them will be a 120-room hotel; and another will be a concert area located across from the Sonoran Sea. We’ll be sure to give you more information as it becomes available. I sure would like to see some more investment in the Mirador Area. It has been kinda quiet the past few years considering it used to be one of the most popular areas of our city. Currently, the Pink Cadillac and the American Legion are major draws to the area as well as the Baja Cantina and now with the re-opening of Manny’s Beach Club, hopefully we will see the Mirador be like it was back in the good old days.

I would like to give a small update on my friend, Anthony “El BomBon Chavez”, even though he was not able to fight in Mexicali,

he did have an exhibition fight here in town last week. He is only 10 years old, in the 4th grade and was born in Cottonwood, AZ, but is living here in Rocky Point with his family. His father is the owner of Clipper’s Barber Shop and he works hard every day to help him succeed and has created a Boxing Club called “La Familia”. Anthony is very disciplined, dedicated and has a lot of support from his family, friends and many local sponsors. We would love to one day see him fight in Las Vegas, but for now we wish him all the best in his young career. We will be posting the info about his next fight on our Facebook page so you can go out and support him. Don’t forget that next month, on July 7th, is the 7th Annual Las Vegas Night for Charity at the Sonoran Sky Resort. The Sonoran Resorts work very hard to organize this fun event that benefits various local charities. Even if you don’t like to gamble you can come and enjoy friends, food, drinks and music – and I will always be happy to take your gambling chips off your hands! The event seems to get better and better each year and all the Las Vegas style table games are a lot of fun!

On a final note, grapes are in season this month and next month: The Coast of Caborca has a lot of agriculture and besides growing asparagus, it also grows grapes, so you will soon see many people and businesses selling our delicious grapes. Hope to see you in Rocky Point!

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Let’s get a bit serious for a moment. In the last 30 years or so, Rocky Point has been transformed from a sleepy little fishing village into a tourist destination that is becoming steadily more popular among both US folks and Mexican Nationals. The Great Recession made the transformation difficult, but infrastructure upgrades and expanding entertainment choices are making a positive difference for those who live here and those who visit. Jason Martinez from Las Cruces, NM, asks...

However, when the housing market tanked in the States, taking savings and equity with it, construction here and there all but stopped. When tourism took a hit, those working in the hospitality and restaurant business were out of a job, too.

JASON: Why do so many kids want to wash my windshield? CAP’N GREG: Good question. Back during the construction heyday, there were plenty of jobs to be had. If kids weren’t in school, they’d crowd around cars and compete to be the first to squirt water on what might already be a clean windshield. The typical fee was a dollar. With me so far?

JASON: Not an easy way to make a buck. CAP’N GREG: Especially not in the summer. Yet, like proud, hard-working people everywhere, they somehow managed to weather the crappy economy. Tourism is booming again. Work is once more underway on high-rise condo projects, and I understand cruise ship pier construction will continue as well.

JASON: Sure. What’s a dollar? CAP’N GREG: Quite a lot in some places, Jason, including Peñasco. The minimum wage in Mexico, as set by the government, is currently less than $5 a day.

JASON: So, I can probably expect more kids asking to wash my windshield? CAP’N GREG: They might not bother to ask, Jason, but don’t be too hard on them. They are making the best of a difficult situation. You’ll need to wash the salt and sand off when you get home, anyway.

JASON: For a whole day? CAP’N GREG: Yup. Kids could make more money in 20 minutes washing windshields than their parents earned in 8 hours. JASON: But the kids probably shared it with their families? CAP’N GREG: I would hope so.

JASON: So, the adults did what it took to earn money? CAP’N GREG: Correct-o. And that included washing windshields or getting a couple rags and a 5-gallon bucket of water and washing cars in the street.

JASON: Ain’t that the truth? CAP’N GREG: And remember to tip the person who pumps your gas, brings your food and drinks, or carries out your stuff from the grocery store. They may not be making even that miniscule minimum wage I mentioned. JASON: That’s crazy talk, Cap’n Greg. You think I should break this twenty to grab us a couple drinks and get some ones in change? CAP’N GREG: Brilliant idea, Jason. In fact, you buy, I’ll tip. It’s a win for everyone.

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Are YOU Ready…For the Rocky Point Quack Ups Times Photo Contest???

By Mark Paliscak

Happy June my fellow beach lovers! I hope your 2018 is starting out famously. I am sure my bosses at the Rocky Point Times will be as shocked as me to see that

they are receiving my article early this month! I can hear ‘em now…Good Lord, what’s got into Marco? Well, truth be told I am leaving on a Caribbean cruise tomorrow soooo…a week early I am! The weather continued to remain just fabulous during the past month. While temps were already soaring into the 100’s in the American southwest, our temps were most moderate and just climbing into the mid 80’s…ahhhh, Rocky Point! Hats off to the “Double Dutch”… Danielle and Dennis whom I met in Aruba last year. We had such a great time in Aruba, they came to Arizona and of course I invited them down to my condo in Rocky Point. The newlyweds to be absolutely loved our town! They really enjoyed the beaches, the restaurants, the bars but mostly the people and just how friendly we all are to one another. See, a little kindness to one another sure goes a long way! The Double Dutch are already talking about returning to Rocky Point next year and I think I recruited them to bartend with me at next year’s Circus Mexicus…this should be a blast! Wellll…it’s that time of year again… the bestest (I know…not a word…but for this article anything goes) contest in all of Mexico…Drum roll…The Rocky Point Times Annual Photo Contest!!! So, grab all your selfies, pics, sunsets, beach scenes, drunken bar photos and so forth and make sure to enter the contest! We

By Bob Snyder

once again have three FABULOSO prizes directly from Rocky Point’s super fun party place SHARK BITE, and the always fun and cool place to hang…BOO BAR and rounding out our AWESOME prize sponsors is Lagunitas Brewing Company. The prizes get better and bigger each year and are always way fun to WIN! Thank you, thank you Shark Bite, Boo Bar and Lagunitas…we all appreciate you! A few hints…Colorful and fun pics showing the best of Rocky Point always do well. Ok, some simple rules to follow: 1. Please provide your name and phone number 2. The picture must be taken in Rocky Point 3. Give a short description of what is going on in the pic (this has truly helped some winners from past years when our esteemed panel of judges, well ok they ARE cool peeps from Rocky Point, reviewed the pics and comments. 4. Email your pic and info to mpaliscak@amerifirst.us 5. HAVE FUN and get snapping! My sincere best wishes to everyone entering the contest. All pictures and emails must be in by June 25th. Remember, ya gotta be in it…TO WIN IT! So, I am off to my Caribbean cruise for a week. I can guarantee I will have a few quips about this trip in our next month’s edition of the Rocky Point Times! So here we come…Bahamas, St. Thomas and St. Kitts…oh Bobby! I look forward to seeing you at the beach right here in Rocky Point! Keep smiling…they will all wonder what you are up to! God Bless. Adios Amigos, Marco.

A pedestrian was crossing a rural road when a car came around the bend at a high rate of speed. He turned to go back, but the car changed lanes headed straight for him. He turned to go the other way, but again the car changed lanes towards him. Not knowing what to do he froze on the yellow line. The car came to a screeching halt just short of the man. The driver window rolled down and a squirrel stuck his head out and said “See, it’s not that easy, huh?” ————————————————— The other day while on Sandy Beach a jet ski vendor was yelling “Jet ski number 9 your time is up”. After several attempts he picked up a bullhorn and again yelled “Number 9 jet ski your time is up, please return to the beach”! His partner walked over and said, “Pedro, we only have 7 jet skis.” Embarrassed, Pedro yelled “number 6, are you ok?” ————————————————— Last night I dreamt of a beautiful walk on Sandy Beach. At least that explains the footprints I found in the cats litter box this morning. ————————————————— Two fortune tellers meet. First one says, “We’re going to have a hot summer again.” The second one sighs happily: “Yes, it reminds me of the summer of 2025. ————————————————— When I see lovers' names carved in a tree, I don't think it's sweet. I just think it's surprising how many people bring a knife on a date. —————————————————

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Dance, Dance, Dance- Seven Ways to Get your groove on in June A literary column By Marcia Diane

Today, an old fellow: Credo

By Anita Kaltenbaugh

Nothing says summertime like a happy summer day filled with music. Picture this: A gorgeous warm day in the sun, having a cold drink in your hand, good friends and family around, and finishing it all off with some great music and a place to get your groove on. Rocky Point in June offers fantastic outstanding weather, comfortable temperatures and a lot of action. After a great day at the beach why not try some of these hot spots and witness some live music to show off your tan and get your heart beating. 1. Circus Mexicus - This is a crazy epic groove. This year on June 7-10th Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers will host a music festival called Circus Mexicus (not a circus in the traditional sense, but a festival of music). This Festival has become an annual tradition featuring 4 days of music. Throughout the town of Puerto Penasco, music will be flowing from Sandy Beach, Cholla Bay to Old Port. Check out the schedule online at www. circusmexicus.net and get your tickets for the main stage, which will allow you access to all events. Trust me this is a Music Festival not to be missed. 2. One of the larger venues in town to shake your booty, is Wrecked at the Reef, on Sandy Beach. And guess what, this outstanding cantina is beach front and one of my favorite venues to put my toes in the sand. Every weekend there is something happening from your favorite sports team on the big screen to a variety of music. Drive past all the towering ocean front resort condos on your way to Cholla Bay and you will see signs for Wrecked at the Reef. This is a friendly compound with a great beachfront patio, two outside stages for live music, a corn hole/baggo area, volleyball and sandy dining. Inside you'll find comfortable sofas and love seats, a large dance area with a great stage and viewing room to watch your latest sports. Their house band plays Friday and Saturday night

and they rock the world with the latest contemporary pop, rock 'n roll and classic music on various stages. You will be sure to get your groove on in this place. Take your shoes off and dance in the sand. Don’t miss this gem of Rocky Point. Tip: they have music earlier on one of the stages by the beach, which is perfect for sunsets and music. 3. Banditos - located behind the resort condominiums on Sandy Beach (Just off the road in front of Sonoran Spa and Sonoran Sea), this bar/restaurant features great live music on the weekends. Here you can get your groove on, watch sports and possibly, depending on where you are staying, even dance back to your condo on the sea. This place also offers, a full menu, frozen drinks and the classic margarita. Corn hole/Baggos game also available. 4. Changos - This is across the street from Banditos, stop in to check out their schedule of live music. 5. South Side Jillz - on Calle 13 across the street from Peñasco Del Sol and near Marina Pinacate Resort with an outdoor patio full of games, on special weekend they have live music. 6. Elixir - This modern contemporary lounge has all the club music and bottle service. Always open on the weekends starting at 9 or 10, this is a hot spot for locals and hip clubbers who are looking for some DJ spins. Music ranges from hip hop to pop contemporary in English and Spanish with an electronic twist. Get your groove on here until early morning hours as most of the patrons are not sitting down. Located: half a block east of Matamoros, on Durango St.

7. J.J.’s Cantina - as the saying goes you haven’t been to Rocky Point if you haven’t been to JJ’s. Located in Cholla Bay, most long time visitors of Rocky Point will have a story to tell you about a night at JJ’s: my advice, sit down and grab something to drink, it’s probably a good one. Of course the motto, No Sniveling, is all over the walls, as well as thousands of pictures from the past of fun times and memories at JJ’s Cantina. If you have witnessed JJ’s in the past you might just want to check to see if your face is on the wall. When Roger Clyne is in town, the place will be standing room only, but any other time, you can find a place to dance on the dance floor, even if there is no band. No problem here, dance where you want. Check the JJ’s Calendar for upcoming live music or stop by day or night and be on the beautiful Cholla Bay. This June 7-10th Circus Mexicus will bring lots of groupies to JJ’s and those who come to remember the good ole days. So, this June, dance to some tunes... it doesn’t matter whether it’s a waltz, line dancing or hip hop…it doesn’t matter where you dance…even if it’s in your condo, balcony, hotel or on the beach. Don’t forget when all else fails, take some music with you, a few good friends and do some beach moves…sandy dancing with the Sea of Cortez as your backdrop. Rocky Point is always a spectacular place to dig your feet in. Just dance…

Let us read and let us dance -two amusements that will never do any harm to the world- Voltaire

Anita Kaltenbaugh is the author of the book “Travel Secrets- Insider guide to planning, affording and taking more vacations” available on Amazon and author of debut suspense novel a Deep Thing by A.K. Smith. Check out her blog at www.wordstravelfilm.com/blog

I sing the will to love: the will that carves the will to live, the will that saps the will to hurt, the will that kills the will to die; the will that made and keeps you warm, the will that points your eyes ahead, the will that makes you give, not get, a give and get that tell us what you are: how much a god, how much a human. I call on you to live the will to love. Bet you can’t guess…who or how old… just keeps reinforcing for me how timeless prose is, poetry… Let me relieve your wonderment. This is a gentleman named. Alfred Kreymborg, he was born in 1883 in New York City. Author of The Selected Poems, 1912¬–1944 (E. P. Dutton, 1945) and No More War, and Other Poems (Bookman Associates, 1950), among other books, Kreymborg was also editor of the modernist magazine Broom: An International Magazine of the Arts. He died in 1966. Doesn’t seem like much…but wait… his parents ran a small cigar store in New Jersey. He spent most of his life there; thoroughly unremarkable. Then, he became an active figure in Greenwich Village and frequented the Liberal Club. Ah ha, some early indications of a radical bent, yet is this poem not sweet beyond measure and does he not implore us above all else to love. He also wrote puppet plays (his most famous being Manikin Minikin and Lima Beans), which he performed with his wife, Dot, while touring the United States. Perhaps this better explains his reach. Due to his mentoring of some of the greats of that day he became president of the Poetry Society of America. He rubbed shoulders with such familiar folk as William Carlos Williams, Marianne Moore, Ezra Pound, Alfred Stieglitz…see what I mean. Those were amazing times. Those were the formative years of our young American literature. It surely has endured and we all ride on it now. I encourage all you curious souls to look him up in Wikipedia…he was a startling figure and very pivotal in the creative milieu of his time. Please join us and let’s hear about your journey at our monthly on-line writer’s group at: m.diane.writeon@gmail.com.

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Cruise Line Announces Service in Puerto Peñasco

By Joseph Sanchez President, Rocky Point Home Builders

A major boost to the long-awaited cruise terminal occurred last month when Puerto Peñasco Mayor Kiko Munro announced that Cruise and Maritime Voyages, a British passenger cruise line, plans to offer its services in Puerto Peñasco starting in 2020 making them the first company to announce plans to serve the future terminal. The surprise announcement occurred during a meeting in Puerto Peñasco in April with company representatives Nicholas Tragakes, CEO for Global Maritime Group, Christian Verhouning, COO of the Global Maritime Group and John Dennis of Cruise & Maritime Voyages and the Puerto Peñasco Mayor Kiko Munro. The company plans to offer its services first in Acapulco, Manzanillo, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas starting in 2019. Then by 2020 it will expand its cruise routes in the Sea of Cortez to include routes to Puerto Peñasco, Topolobampo, Guaymas, Santa Rosalia, Loreto and La Paz. It is unclear at this time if Puerto Peñasco will be a destination or will become the base of operations or embarkation point for the Sea of Cortez cruises. After being on hold for nearly two years, construction is supposed to resume on Rocky Point’s cruise terminal after an infusion of cash by the Sonoran Government back in December during the annual meeting of the Arizona-

Puerto Peñasco Mayor Kiko Munro announced that Cruise and Maritime Voyages, a British passenger cruise line, plans to offer its services in Puerto Peñasco starting in 2020. (Photo Courtesy of Periódico De Frente)

Mexico Commission at the Puerto Peñasco Convention Center. The Mexican federal government had appropriated the equivalent of more than $13 million U.S.D. in the 2018 budget to finish the first phase of the three-phase port project. Completion is scheduled for 2020. The completion of the cruise terminal is what many investors have been banking on when they made the decision to invest in this sleepy little fishing village once upon a time. It is expected that when the terminal opens prices for condos, existing homes and vacant land will all spike in price due to the new influx of tourism and demand. Not only will it be a boon for investors, but the local economy will thrive as well. Currently in 2018, prices for vacant land, existing homes and condos are all on the rise and are moving up to 2008 levels before the real estate crash. With the addition of the cruise port you can imagine the impact it will have on real estate prices.

advertise in this newspaper who would be happy to discuss the opportunities available during your stay. If you do purchase a lot in the future just know it is not difficult to build your dream home and there has never been a better time to start construction given the strength of the dollar and the competitive lot prices. Just make sure to protect your money and property by choosing a company who abides by Mexican Federal Labor Laws, has an outstanding reputation in the community, who uses American Construction Contracts and protects all funds with an American Escrow accounts during the construction process. The bottom line is whether you are considering building your dream home, purchasing a condo or an existing home now is the time to make your move. Once the cruise terminal opens these

types of current low prices will only be According to real estate sources there a memory. are many deals available on lots. For example, beach front lots in Las Conchas can start in low 200s and if you choose a lot with a short walk to the beach prices average $25,000 plus closing costs. Prices are for land are still very reasonable and there are many other beach front communities with excellent deals on land available as well. It is always best to There has never been a better time to start construction contact one of our many of your dream home given the strength of the dollar and the competitive lot prices. real estate professionals who

Cruise and Maritime Voyages, a British passenger cruise line, plans to offer its services in Puerto Peñasco starting in 2020 making them the first company to announce plans to serve the future terminal. (Photo Courtesy of Cruise and Maritime Voyages) About the author: Joseph Sanchez is president of Rocky Point Home Builders a design/build contractor specializing in custom home design, construction and engineered renovations. He resides here in Puerto Peñasco with his wife and two children and is originally from Chicago. For more information email him at sales@rockypointhomebuilders.com

Isn’t it Funny How Time Slips Away? By Rob Baylor

I never imagined I would be this old. It seems like yesterday that I was wondering if I was ever going to grow up. My wife says I’m still a little boy but that is her opinion. I sure don’t feel like a little boy. All my aches and pains. Lord, have mercy! My article this month has to do with just being you. If you stop and think about your life and how you have lived it you might see that you have done a lot of things right and some wrong. Think of how much you have become like your father or mother. Tonight I realized that my father is coming out in me. I have thought about it before but today I had an incident that after thinking about it I thought I am just like my father. We were invited to a birthday party today and I am not a social butterfly. I am really uncomfortable among a bunch of people. I try to be but after a half an hour I just want to go home. We live in an RV Park and I walk around and stop and visit for a few minutes and I leave. Not because I don’t like you but I just seem to get uncomfortable and then you say where are you going? I want to explain. That is the way I grew up. My father answered the phone “hello, yup, ok, goodbye”. We would go someplace and stay for fifteen minutes and we would see whoever for a few minutes and then leave. He played guitar and his brothers all played music and some of his family would drive one hundred miles to our house unannounced and stay for an hour, play a couple songs and turn around and go home. Most normal people would stay for dinner, talk about stuff, the kids would play and things like that. Not in our house. Hello and goodbye. At a party today we left before the cake and tequila shots were brought out. Not because we don’t care for the people but I was just uncomfortable around so many. I am claustrophobic and I don’t know if that is the reason or not. Maybe I see how some of the people are mingling and I am not. They are probably acting like normal people act and I am a misfit probably because of my upbringing. I am not a snob I just can’t help it. I used to be a party animal in my younger years and now I just like my life at home. Does that fit you? This article is to let you know you aren’t alone. If I don’t go to functions I am in a world of crap and if I do and I want to go home I still am. Oh well that is my father coming out in me. I have written a lot of articles for the Rocky Point Times and now I find it hard to come up with new subjects to write about so I guess I’ll just ramble on. Here is a chance to know how I am. I have written two short humorous books and published them on Amazon. Both are available as an eBook or paperback and are real cheap. One is called A Kids Life, where I write about John from age five to seventy-four. I am John in this book. They are only about fifty pages each so they are an easy read. The other is named Hold on Don’t Let Go. This is about the funny things that happened to me when I bred, raise, sold, trained and ran horses on the track all over the US. In this book the last four chapters are humorous fiction about what happened when God made Adam and Eve. You will get a lot of chuckles reading these books. I don’t make much on them; I just needed to do this. Go to Amazon books and type in the search Rob Baylor and it will bring them up. I love you all and thanks for taking the time to try to understand me. As always I say enjoy your life, it is the only one you will have.

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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 Phelan arrived in Puerto Peñasco in 1999 and immediately became involved with the horrific treatment and state of the domestic street animals. There were thousands of them, many with mange, cancer and tick fever, not to mention a variety of other diseases and many of the females pregnant or with puppies and no way to feed them. There was no animal shelter and the city would go throughout the city scooping up the strays and disposing of them in inhumane ways. In 2001 Nancy and Angels formed a non-profit corporation. The goal was to encourage veterinarians to come to the city and to conduct free spay/neuter clinics to help control the population. Unfortunately, most of her Angels have passed away in the last 18 years. These terrific people were such a huge help when it came to helping, caring for and adopting out the animals. Right around the same time Nancy began helping the animals there was also a local gal, Graciela Gracida, who had the Mexican Corporation "El Pobre de Asis" and was fighting the city to take better care of the stray animals. Nancy and Graciela worked in conjunction with many volunteers to help the animals. Nancy’s animal center has had a lot of ups and downs throughout the years and those of you who have been coming to Rocky Point for a long time know of the trials and tribulations. On her website at www.rpaac.org. you can read about all kinds of hassles Nancy had to deal with trying to get help for the animals, including the city shutdown of her center in 2006, which was absolutely devastating. Eventually the center was reopened even though Nancy never stopped helping the strays.

In 2009 Nancy sponsored a free spay/neuter clinic which was held at the stadium by “Give Some Life Foundation”. It was a miracle come true and the beginning of "Making Rocky Point a better place to be an animal." In 2010 Nancy’s center sponsored “Compassion without Borders” to conduct a week long free spay/neuter clinic. They had been working out of Juarez for several years and looking to help elsewhere. They now have a clinic in Rocky Point that offers free spay and neuter services for locals. Barb, of Barb’s Rescue, has always helped the animals as well and would come by the Animal Adoption Center of Rocky Point every Monday for food and supplies for her rescue dogs. Nancy assisted Barb with forming her own corporation and she now houses, feeds, adopts, heals and cares for hundreds and hundreds of animals. Barb’s Rescue and Compassion without Borders are both excellent animal rescue organizations and are very worthy of your support. Nancy Phelan is approaching 80 years of age and would like to retire as she has worked tirelessly to “Make Rocky Point a Better Place to Be an Animal”. She would like you to continue to support the above organizations and hopefully you will soon be reading her book, which she plans to finish in her newly found spare time. Thanks to Nancy Phelan, thousands of animals did not have to needlessly suffer. And thanks to Barb’s and CWB, and your continued support, thousands and thousands more will be cared for and find their forever homes. 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

Blowin in the Wind

By Vince Deadmond My usual question, “Will I be able to fly fish today?” And the answer my friend is blowin in the wind. Usually the spring and summer winds comes from the south off the water and towards Puerto Peñasco. Generally this is a good thing unless the winds are strong enough to make large waves. Having to battle the wind and waves in order to launch your pontoon boat diminishes your fly fishing enjoyment, and can dump you upside down on the beach. (It’s not a good look.) I was able to fish six days straight in early May by being selective on where I launched my pontoon boat, or sometimes simply fishing from shore. I fished the back side of the First Estuary my first day by hiking in and fishing “the hole” the last two hours of an incoming tide. This was productive, I ended up with enough Pompano to do a batch of fish in the smoker. My second day started calmly in the morning as I took the outgoing tide on Mirador Beach from the Playa de Oro RV Park east toward Bird Island. I was a mile or more from the RV park when I started fishing. I was catching Pompano, Grouper, Cabrilla the day was shaping up nicely. My plan was to fish until the tide turned so I would have an easy leisurely float back home. The wind picked up and was making it difficult to return. I could have put a great deal of effort into rowing back to the RV Park, but I opted to park the pontoon boat, hike back, pick up my SUV, and drive the boat home on top. I parked my boat on the beach east of the condos, when I returned Don from Minnesota was keeping an eye on boat. I thanked him and we talked a little fishing and boating, there are a lot of good people in Peñasco willing to help out. I fished the Second Estuary two days from the pontoon boat. I took the outgoing tide

fished, caught some fish, then returned on the incoming tide just as planned. One of the days I was able to see many manta rays, another day a pup sea lion was working the water. Getting out on the water can be a real eye opening experience. You have to be carefully expressing any interest in fly fishing around me. The next thing you know I’ll have you out on the water catching fish. Mary Alice one of the ladies at the RV Park said, “She had always wanted to try fly fishing.” After a brief casting lesson on the beach we launched the pontoon boats on Mirador Beach. Mary Alice proved to be a quick study and soon caught her first Cabrilla. Later that morning she caught and landed a nice trigger. Again the wind was kind to us and made fishing enjoyable. Another place to fish out of the wind is the jetty on Sandy Beach by Wrecked at the Reef. Many times one side of the jetty will be calm while the other side is getting pounded with waves. I was able to add a new fish caught to my list on my last trip to the jetty. The fish in question had a body and teeth similar to a Sierra Mackerel but the coloring was wrong. There was a complex blue pattern on the fishes back. After looking at the fish ID book I believe I caught a Frigate Tuna. Good fighter but the size that I was catching was not very large. One final question, “How do you like your fish prepared?” I like to grill them in butter (bring your own it does not seem to be available in Mexico) with lemon, Chardonnay, Old Bay, and capers. This is simple, quick, easy, and delicious. When you are grilling this, and the scent is blowin in the wind you are bound to make some new friends at the trailer park. Vince Deadmond “The Fly Fishing Hardware Guy” can be reached at Best True Value Hardware 237 N Apache Trail Apache Junction, AZ vince@ajbest.com and at 480 982 7461.

Vince Deadmond The Fly Fishing Hardware Guy can be reached at Best True Value Hardware 237 N Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ, vince@ajbest.com and at 480 982 7461.

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Earthquake Safety

By Stephanie Wood

Rocky Point is considered a moderate to high hazard zone for earthquakes. It’s a good idea to have some preparation in place. You can find detailed information online about earthquake preparedness. I’ve compiled the main tips from EarthquakeCountry.org, NationalGeographic.com, Ready.gov, and Fema.gov.

BEFORE THE QUAKE

Secure your home by bolting bookcases to wall studs, installing latches on cupboards, and strapping the water heater to wall studs. Use flexible connections where gas lines meet appliances. Remove or lock refrigerator wheels. Place beds away from windows or items that may fall. Hang mirrors and heavy pictures and pictures on closed hooks. Locate a place in each room of the house that you can go to in case of an earthquake. It should be a spot where nothing is likely to fall on you, like a door frame. Know at least two ways to exit the building safely after an earthquake. Keep an emergency kit with a 3 day supply of food and 3 gallons of water per person, a first aid kit, dust masks and goggles, and a battery-operated radio and flashlights in an accessible place. Know how to turn off your gas and water mains and keep a wrench or turn off tool in water proof wrap near them. Store fire extinguishers in easily accessible location. Keep several flashlights in easily accessible places around the house. Know the location of your main electrical switch (fuse box or circuit breaker). WHEN SHAKING STARTS – Drop, Cover & Hold On DROP down; take COVER under a desk or table and HOLD ON. Stay indoors until the shaking stops and you're sure it's safe to exit. Stay away from bookcases or furniture that can fall on you. The area near the exterior walls of a building is the most dangerous place to be. Windows, facades and

architectural details are often the first parts of the building to collapse. Stay inside if you are inside and outside if you are outside. In a high-rise building, avoid windows, do not use elevators, and expect the fire alarms and sprinklers to go off during a quake. If you are in bed, hold on and stay there, protecting your head with a pillow. If you are outdoors, find a clear spot away from buildings, trees, and power lines. Drop to the ground. If you are in a car, slow down and drive to a clear place. Stay in the car until the shaking stops. If you are in a wheelchair, lock the wheels once you are in a safe position. If unable to move quickly, stay where you are. Cover your head and neck with your arms. If you are in a stadium or theater: Stay at your seat and protect your head and neck with your arms. Don't try to leave until the shaking is over. Then walk out slowly watching for anything that could fall in the aftershocks.

AFTER THE EARTHQUAKE, CHECK FOR INJURIES AND DAMAGE

Aftershocks may cause additional damage or items to fall, so get to a safe location. Take your disaster supplies kit. If you are trapped by falling items or a collapse, protect your mouth, nose, and eyes from dust. If you are bleeding, put pressure on the wound and elevate the injured part. Signal for help with your emergency whistle, a cell phone, or knock loudly on solid pieces of the building, three times every few minutes. Rescue personnel will be listening for such sounds. Once you are safe, help others and check for damage. Protect yourself by

wearing sturdy shoes and work gloves to avoid injury from broken glass and debris. Wear a dust mask and eye protection. Shut off the main gas valve if you suspect a leak because of broken pipes or the odor or sound of leaking natural gas. Don't turn it back on yourself, wait for the gas company to check for leaks. Shut off power at the main breaker switch if there is any damage to your house wiring. Leave the power off until the damage is repaired. Unplug broken lights and appliances as these as they could start fires when electricity is restored. Clean up any spilled medicines, drugs, or other non-toxic substances. Potentially harmful materials such as bleach, lye, garden chemicals, and gasoline or other petroleum products should be isolated or covered with an absorbent such as dirt or cat litter. If power is off, plan meals to use up refrigerated and frozen foods first. If you keep the door closed, food in your freezer may be good for a couple of days. If your water is off or unsafe, you can drink from melted ice cubes, canned vegetables, or drained from your water heater (make sure it’s turned off). Avoid drinking water from swimming pools or spas; use this water for bathing or cleaning clothes.

Puerto Peñasco Eco Tourism

Eco tourism is one of the trends with the greatest growth in the vacation industry these days. The appreciation, care, and peaceful coexistence with nature has become a priority for many tourists. Unknown too many visitors, Puerto Peñasco offers many activities related to ecological tourism, some of which are very unique only to this area of the world. Rocky Point has been a very popular beach destination for residents on both sides of the International border and frequent visitors arrive regularly from Phoenix, Tucson, many parts of California, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado, along with cities in Mexico such as Mexicali and Tijuana. Besides having great accommodations, beautiful beaches, fresh seafood, and that famous Mexican hospitality, we are right in the middle of the great Altar Desert and very near to the Pinacate Reserve. The Intercultural Center for Studies of the Desert and Oceans (CEDO) has their headquarters in Puerto Peñasco and they offer a multitude of tours and education for the ecology minded tourist. CEDO is a wonderful resource for anyone who wants to learn about the Sea of Cortez, and all types of marine and desert species which are found locally. Touring the Adahir Bay is a unique experience to the area because its geography allows you to experience three different habitats in the same place. You can tour the estuaries, artesian wells, and salt mines together. The diverse variety of animal species that can be found naturally in this area are something to behold, many of which are currently in danger of extinction. Such diversity has been the cause positioning Adahir Bay within the RAMSAR list of places and why researchers and nature lovers are organizing group tours to learn more about the wetland area. The Convention on Wetlands, called the Ramsar Convention, is the intergovernmental treaty that provides the framework for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources. Another option that explorers will not want to forego is the Biosphere Reserve of Pinacate and Gran Desierto de Altar, a World Heritage Site that had different specialized areas in which to learn more about the ecosystem where it is located. The Shuk Toak Museum, coexisting with nature within the Reserve offers tours and information. Many trails lead to the huge craters, diverse wildlife and terrains, along with camping areas if you should want to make more than a day hike out of the experience. If you're up for a boat trip, Isla Jorge, also known as Bird Island will thrill ecotourists with a variety of birds, as well as marine species such dolphins and a large sea lion colony. There are several tour companies that will take visitors to the island. The trip is an unforgettable experience and a perfect place to do some snorkeling to explore a small part of the Sea of Cortez - the World's Aquarium. Puerto Peñasco really does have something for everyone. This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Team, www. sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing. Sign up for Jim’s Monthly Newsletter: http://www.tinyurl.com/JimNewsletter

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Potpourri - Short Shorts of All Sorts!

Sometimes so much is going on in our little slice of paradise by the sea that we can't address the many short subjects with proper attention. To handle the hodgepodge of dangling subject matter, we invented the Potpourri Page. Here are a few "short shorts" to keep you up to date.

City Honors Distinguished Citizens by Naming Streets After Them Mayor Kiko Munro led a tribute in recognition of 37 distinguished local citizens for their legacy and history in Puerto Peñasco by naming streets after them. Among the recognized people are fishermen, teachers, athletes, merchants, municipal ex-presidents, and founders of families of great tradition. In the photos shown above, Alejandro Portugal of Portugal Insurance receives the honor.

Complete Refurbishment of Wells Continues in Puerto Peñasco OOMAPAS Administrative Director Jorge Pivac Carrillo informed the local community the water department has been working on complete refurbishment of wells 10 and 4 since March and is now ready to begin work on wells 1 and 2. A recent investment of 5.2 million pesos went to drilling, equipping, and interconnection of well 4, which will improve extraction and water supply to the city. Jorge Pivac also took the opportunity to report the new 14.5 km aqueduct, in which they are investing more than 36 million pesos, now presents a 35% advancement. Pivac stated, "Consumers can be confident in counting on having clean water this summer. A clear example of this is the improvement in water supply during Spring and Easter breaks.

Rocky Point Port Could Be Completed In PublicPrivate Partnership

Record Numbers from Semana Santa and Spring Break

Charity Charanga Derby is a Huge Success The third annual Charanga Derby was a huge success and raised much needed funds to benefit Jose Davalos Valdivia, home for the elderly. The event, conceived and organized by Santiago Ruiz, director of the facility was the best yet consisting of 36 cars put together by teams of 5 members each. The creativity and ingenuity was something to behold as all manner of crazy vehicles raced down the hill, vying for the glory of victory. The event took place on Calle Campeche, downhill in the El Mirador neighborhood. Starting with a fun presentation of the cars and team members both locally and from nearby towns of Caborca and Sonoyta. Santiago Ruiz said he felt satisfied and happy with the event, already beginning thought and preparation for next year’s event in an effort to make it even bigger and better than this year.

Just as the over 130,000 happy Spring Breakers were leaving Puerto Peñasco, another crowd of visitors was arriving. It is estimated that the Semana Santa crowd this year numbered over 150,000 strong and we made it though once again, mostly unscathed. Of course, there is always a lot of cleanup after the crowds leave, but the economic impact of Semana Santa is estimated at over $165 million pesos, $5 million more than had been expected.

Overhead Walkway Renovation Complete

As you drive down the main Benito Juarez Boulevard in Rocky Point, you will undoubtedly notice the deep blue panels of the overhead crosswalk at the intersection of Calle 13. This is the latest in many upgrades, both cosmetic and infrastructure, made over the past couple years and this is a welcome change compared to the old unsightly bridge. Though I've never crossed on the bridge in all these years, I'm sure that it is just as impressive from up there as it is from down here.

Police officers help in cleaning and painting program for schools Local Police Chief Marco Alejandro Preciado Valenzuela detailed the Office of Public Safety has launched a campaign to help with cleaning, tree trimming, graffiti removal, and painting of walls, as well as improvement of handicapped accessibility ramps at public schools. To fulfill these goals, the Public Safety Office has received support from several organizations, including: D.A.R.E., Youth Patrol, Auxiliary Units, parents, as well as the State Police. Chief Preciado made clear the main purpose of this campaign is to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining local schools in good shape. During visits to local schools, officers also share stories and talk to students, teachers, and administrative staff about preventive practices, sports, and other positive activities they can do within their schools and in their community.

Mayor Kiko Munro Takes Part in Inauguration of Community Dining Center Mayor Kiko Munro, accompanied by Pastors Martin & Gloria Medina, thanked Pastor and missionary Steve Kinmoski for working to improve the quality of life of the Peñasco community through construction of a community dining center in the area of Nueva Esperanza. The new center plans to serve 120 dishes daily to homeless individuals and others in need in this part of the city. Kinmoski detailed this is the second meal center he has opened in Puerto Peñasco, noting the first center currently serves 108 breakfasts daily along with hot and cold meals.

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Officials in the State of Sonora have long lobbied Mexico's federal government for funding to build a port for cruise ships just 60 miles south of the Arizona border, and now they're considering turning to the private sector to help complete the project. Sonora Gov. Claudia Pavlovich has been approached by at least one Mexican cruise ship company interested in partnering with the government to complete construction of the home part at Puerto Peñasco, also known as Rocky Point, said Jorge Valdes, head of the city's economic development office. Officials overseeing the project expect to receive about $12 million from the federal government this spring to continue construction this year, Valdes said. It's estimated at least $32 million more would be needed to complete the port, which would be about two-thirds of a mile long, by 2020. Any public-private partnership would have to be approved by the federal Secretariat of Communications and Transportation.

"If that happens, the money will flow easier, and maybe we can anticipate an earlier completion," Valdes said. Puerto Peñasco is about 200 miles southwest of Phoenix and Tucson, and Gov. Doug Ducey has signed a memorandum of understanding showing support for the project and referring to it as the "Port of Arizona." Sonora officials have said the government has spent more than $40 million and that construction is more than 50 percent complete. Several cruise companies have shown interest in sailing from Puerto Peñasco for a cruise along the Sea of Cortes, seeking to attract tourists traveling from Arizona and the Mountain Southwest. This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Team, www. sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing. Sign up for Jim’s Monthly Newsletter: http://www.tinyurl.com/JimNewsletter

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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

DIAL...066

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. 66 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 for a few blocks, turn left at the signal on to 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. Theres is a toll booth you will go through (currently $110 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 (nondeath) accident in Mexico, you are considered at fault until proven otherwise. All parties are taken to the police station where you

ACCIDENTS CON’T and your vehicle 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.

AIRLINE SERVICE & AIRPORTS 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 (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

CONSULATES 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 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

CONTRALORIA SONOYTA Dear traveler, when crossing the border of Sonoyta, Sonora you suffer any abuse by any police authority, make sure to file a Complaint. The Mayor’s office is here to help with any problem you may have, make sure to contact us to: (651) 512-1172 or ( 651) 100-9530 or email contraloriasocialsonoyta@hotmail.com We are available 24 /7, every day of the week.

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 and you can now pay with a credit card (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 $300 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. • 1 carton of cigarrettes. • 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 cds • 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 $300 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 $300 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 inbetween. 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 Phone (602) 971-0166 www.headouttorockypoint.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 Tucson Sonoran Express (520) 954-2556 www.TucsonSonoranExpress.com

SPEED LIMITS SPEED LIMITS FOR PUERTO PEÑASCO STREETS 10 KPH / 6 MPH in School Zones 30 KPH / 18 MPH on City Streets 60 KPH / 37 MPH on any Blvd., unless posted ortherwise 60 KPH / 37 MPH on the Resort Rd, from Playa Bonita to Cholla Bay

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 The Free Zone covers most of Sonora, but if you plan to drive past Guaymas, Sonora, you will need to obtain a permit for your vehicle. This can be done in San Emeterio, about 20 miles south of Sonoyta on Hwy 2 or at the check point outside of Guaymas. The cost for this permit is approx. $44 dlls. You cannot get a permit in Rocky Point. 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 rockypointtimes@ yahoo.com or phone (480) 4636255 or local 383-6325.

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Las Vegas Night for Charity 2018 Coming July 7th For the seventh year in a row, the Sonoran Resorts will host a Las Vegas style night of fun gambling, great food, fabulous prizes, and lots of excitement for all. Please start making plans to attend. This event will be on Saturday the 7th of July, which will be the big 4th of July holiday weekend (since it lands on Wednesday this year), so you should have plenty of time to spend a few days in our beautiful paradise and come enjoy the festivities that evening. Every year, many Puerto Peñasco residents and loyal visitors plan to attend this annual Las Vegas Night for Charity, and even brush up on their Black Jack and Poker skills ahead of time. It is not too early to make reservations at the Sonoran Sky Resort as the condos always fill up to capacity for that weekend. Prizes for the event are already beginning to arrive, and we remind you that if you're a local business, donating a prize for Las Vegas Night is an excellent way to keep community charity flowing while getting some loyal exposure for your enterprise as well. Just call Jim Ringquist, Sales Director for Sonoran Resorts, and let him know you'd like to donate a prize. He'll send someone out to pick it up right away. It's that easy! Call Jim at the sales office (from Mexico): 638-3828187; or from the U.S.:602-476-7511. His email is: rockypointjim@gmail. com. Las Vegas Night for Charity wouldn't be one of the largest fundraisers of the year if it weren't for

Let there be light (covers)

By Cholla Charli

the staff and friends of Sonoran Resorts who volunteer their time to make the evening flow smoothly. You can help also, if you've ever had an urge to be a dealer in Las Vegas - even for a night this is your chance to try that fantasy. No experience is necessary; you'll be trained by one of our experienced volunteers. Again, just let Jim know of your interest and he'll let you know when we will meet. The fun night begins at 7:00PM and your $50 ticket will include the full dinner buffet, $300 dollars in "Charity Chips" and a raffle ticket good for the drawings held throughout the night. You can always purchase more chips and raffle tickets - with all the money going to charity! Las Vegas Night for Charity is more than just fun and games (and there's a lot of that!), it has become an evening of memorable camaraderie and meeting new friends, all within the luxuriously appointed décor and air conditioning of Los Volcanes Ballroom on the second floor of the Sonoran Sky Resort Beachfront Luxury Condominiums. Where else can you have so much fun, helping so many, for such a small investment? And, the chances are very good that you will go home with some super nice prizes too. Plan to join your friends on July 7th at Las Vegas Night for Charity! This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Team, www. sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing. Sign up for Jim’s Monthly Newsletter: http://www.tinyurl.com/ JimNewsletter

Two beautiful metal art sconces now adorn the front of St. Joseph's (San José) Catholic Church in La Cholla, thanks to the generosity of Leticia and German Olivares, owners of Casa Antigua on Rodeo Drive. “We've had two bare bulbs on the front of the church for months now,” said church sexton Bob Keller. “They cast enough light that people going by at night could read the sign but, of course, it looked unfinished.” Now the front of the church is not just visible at night, it's beautiful and dramatic. The sconces have a cutout of a cross with lines radiating from it and cast light above and below. “It really makes me think of the blessings and grace of God coming down in a beam from heaven, and through the power of the cross, spreading light throughout the world,” Keller said. “Maybe that's a bit poetic, but the effect is really magnificent. We hope people will drive out to see it for themselves.” German creates metal art, which adorns his shop on Rodeo Drive, along with jewelry, stained glass, furniture, Talavera pottery and souvenirs. Customers can also give him a rough

design for custom pieces and he turns metal and paint into art. The St. Joseph's/San Jose mission church has been building little-by-little for the last three years. It is a mission church under Our Lady of Guadalupe parish. Since it serves La Cholla and Sandy Beach, which are primarily English-speaking areas, the 8 a.m. Sunday Mass there is bilingual – the only bilingual Mass in Puerto Peñasco. During the one-hour service, scripture readings and the music are in both English and Spanish. The sermon/homily is delivered in Spanish with translation by a lay minister or a bilingual parishioner. Everyone is welcome. Just take the Sandy Beach Road out past Wrecked at the Reef toward La Cholla (Cholla Bay) and look for the church on the right before you reach the police substation. The 8 a.m., bilingual Mass is the only Mass currently offered at St. Joseph's. For information, call Bob Keller at (928) 706-6928. The new sconces, donated by Casa Antigua on Rodeo Drive, enhance the St. Joseph's mission church in La Cholla in the daytime and create a dramatic lighting effect at night. The church offers the only bilingual Mass in Puerto Peñasco, at 8 a.m., every Sunday.

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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 mandatory • 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. The only one that gives dollars is the Banorte ATM on Fremont. 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) 387-2200 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.

CHURCHES 7th Day Adventist Church Pastor Jose Luis Perez Perez Ave. Sinaloa (between Alberto Lizárraga & Gregorio Escalante) Tel: (638) 383-6760 Cel: (638) 100-6602 Worship Saturday 9:30am 2nd Location in Nuevo Peñasco Corner of 51st Ave & Aquiles Serdan (East side of Town) 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 Good Samaritan Callejon 25 and Ave. 65 (N. of Lazaro Cardenas) (638) 112-7035 Sunday Service 10:30 am 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 Jose Mission Church Bilingual Catholic Mass offered every Sunday at 8 a.m. at San Jose’ Church in La Cholla/Cholla Bay. Everyone is welcome.

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 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 WHEN IN DOUBT DIAL 911 or 066

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. Fishing en Peñasco: Seasonal Fishing Calendar FISH JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Trigger Fish Corvina Dolphin Fish Dorado Flounder Grouper Mackeral Pinto Bass Pompano Red Snapper Rock Bass Sea Bass Sea Trout Sierra Skipjack Yellowtail

FISHING & BOATING 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

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GENERALINFORMATION FM3 & IMMIGRATION 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, across from Banorte. 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

INTERNET SERVICE & WIFI 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.

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 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 Twin Dolphins. 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.

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 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

NOTARY PUBLICS (NOTARIOS)

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. 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.

RV PARKS 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, and Concha Del Mar at the other end of Sandy Beach. 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 (638) 383-0650 El Mirador - Playa de Oro (638) 2668 Sandy Beach - Playa Bonita (638) 383-2596 Sandy Beach - Concha del Mar (638) 383-4273 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.

U.S. DMV (MOTOR VEHICLES) The closest U.S. Department of Motor Vehicles to Puerto Peñasco is in 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

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

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 Puerto Peñasco you need: Birth 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.

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 U.S. & Canada from Mexico dial 001+(area code)+7 digit number Call Collect from Mexico to U.S. dial 090 for a bilingual operatorCall 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 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 855 = dial 001+884+phone number 844 = dial 001+885+phone number

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.

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS AACORP (ANIMAL CENTER) 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.

ADOPT-A-CLASSROOM

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

AGRUPACION GEORGE PAPANICOLAOU 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 PAP SMEARS Friday 9AM-2PM by appointment only Please call 1 to 2 weeks prior 383-4399

AL ANON See us on Facebook: Rocky Point Alanon Same location as our AA Meetings (See below AA announcement) Schedule; Thursdays 11am. Contact: Marcia: marsupis@gmail.com

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Welcome Open AA Meetings at South Of The Border Passport Club Location: Directly Across from: Granada del Mar Hotel South Sinaloa Blvd. Where the road ends and the sea begins At the office of: Oc3an View Ministries Schedule:M-W-F 10:00am Sat. 5:30 pm Contact: Conrado: MX cell 638-109-8017 Marcia: marsupis@gmail.com

AMERICAN LEGION POST MX 15 141 Chihuahua & Matamoros (Calle #1) Across from Pink Cadillac Open daily and the Public Always Welcome 2017 OFFICERS: Commander: Mike LaBarge Vice Commander: Jerry Clackler 2nd Vice Commander: Mike Williams Adjutant: Gary May General Meetings 1st Wednesday of month at 10:00 a.m. (from October thru June) Contact Food & Beverage Manager Danny Anderson for information regarding special events, celebrations & dinners throughout the year. Bingo: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 2:00 p.m. Telephone Numbers: U.S. (602) 539-2047 Mexico 011-52 (638) 388-8841 Magic Jack (602) 539-2047 ALL VISITORS WELCOME!

AMOR MINISTRIES

BUNCO BABES

CEDO CON’T

COORDINACION DE SALUD MUN.

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.

Sandy Spain 388-0857/(044-638) 109-4109 Ladies play Bunco at 3:30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of the month October-June at Giuseppi’s on Blvd. Fremont.

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!

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

AMPI

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The Asociación Mexicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios (AMPI), or the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals, Puerto Peñasco 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 Estates, 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. AMPI operates the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) on behalf of our real estate clients. Board members: President: Rommel Bustamante Vice President: Glen Martinez Secretary VP Communications: Robin Miller Treasurer: Kris Nichols Legal: Ricardo Borquez VP Education: Joseph Toland VP Events: Ellie Balderrama VP Ethics: Gretchen Ellinger For Inquiries, please contact: Luisa Federico, AMPI Administrator email: luisa.ampi51@gmail.com AMPI Phone: 638-382-0439

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 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@ gmail.com 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.

BOOK & EXCHANGE 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.

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: Guillermo Muñoz Fierro

those that you find in U.S. cities and do not provide the same services and information.)

CASA HOGAR (ELDERLY HOME) Director: Santiago Ruiz Hurtado 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: Patronato Pro Asilo de Ancianos de Puerto Peñasco A.C. and drop it off at the home. You may drop checks or donations off at the Rocky Point Times office. 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.

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 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 nonprofit organization dedicated to research, education and conservation of the planet’s last great frontiers: the Sea of Cortez. LOTS OF FUN AND GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS! 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.

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.

CHOLLA BAY SPORTSMENS CLUB Also referred to as the CBSC Dues: $40, Payable to CBSC P.O. Box 77152, Tucson, AZ 85703 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. OFFICERS President: Mike Dugan Vice-President: Helen Dahlstrom Secretary: Billie Crumbley: 382-5133 Treasurer: Enedina Otañez: 382-5142 Membership: Helen Dahlstrom BOARD MEMBERS Sal Otatanez, Rhea Dugan, Pat Goodin, Ken Goodin, Chuck Blair, Marlene Blair Connie Horton, Kelley Adams, Dave Adams, Theresa Orcutt The CBSC provides an invaluable service for those at sea and promotes good relations between American visitors and our Mexican neighbors.

CHOLLA CHARITIES FOUNDATION 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.

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.

CONNECTION CLUB Meet every Thursday at 4pm at Puesta Del Sol Restaurant at Playa Bonita Resort. 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.

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.

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

EL GOLFO RUN Sandra O’Hare Rocky Point Times Newspaper 383-6325 or from U.S. 480-463-6255 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.)

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.

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CLUBSANDORGANIZATIONS FUNERAL HOMES Funeraria Renacimiento 383-1233 Funeraria Santa Cecilia 383-2522

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.

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.

Knox Trail Council Bsa Yvette Lavin yvettelavin1212@gmail.com (508) 667-4031

LAS CONCHAS HOMEOWNERS ASSOC.

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.

MEXICO CHILDRENS FOUNDATION

U.S # 480-264-1172 MX Cell # 638-109-8017 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 SINGLES (PS) Founder: Steve Schwab Established 2003 520-232-2241 7655 E Redfield Rd. Suite 3 Scottsdale, AZ, 85260 www.mexicochildrensfoundation.org Email: info@mexicochildrensfoundation.org 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.

MISSION VILLA GRANADA 2 blocks east of Lucas Chicken, in the former Villa Granada Hotel. We provide lodging and meals for Missionaries who work on improving/building churches out in the San Rafael Community and other assorted projects. GM Pastor Edgar Cabrera (638) 383-1394. Main Office for (480) 503-8832. Maggie, is bilingual. Volunteers for maintenance/cleaning needed, as well as rice, beans, building supplies/ materials, tools, children art/crafts supplies, canned foods, Spanish bibles, and prayer. Weekend Missions, A.C.-Mexican Non-Profit. Weekend Missions, Inc. USA 501c3.

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.

OC3AN VIEW MINISTRY

A group of local singles, both full and part time residences. All singles are invited to join (no fee) this laid back group for the happy hours each Tuesday at 4 pm at Puesta del Sol restaurant at Playa Bonita Resort. The location for the Saturday breakfasts will be announced at this happy hour. For more information contact any of the following: Marti 812-3191463 (U.S. cell works locally), or Dick 638-1050615 (local cell) or 602-321-8106 (U.S. cell works locally) or just show up at the Tuesday happy hour and introduce yourself.

PINACATE BIOSPHERE RESERVE

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.

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN 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.

PUERTO PEÑASCO SCOUTING PROJECT

Marsha Hansen marshansenaz@gmail.com (520) 234-2577

LIONS CLUB We are a Mexican non-profit organization, hosting large and small mission groups to bring aid and comfort to folks in need. Our office is located on the property of the Granada Del Mar Hotel over-looking the beautiful Sea of Cortez. Our Ministry Community Center Donation Facility; (thrift store) is located on Kino Blvd & Francisco Madero, caddy-corner to 2 Fish Ministerios. Hours of operation: TuesdaySaturday 12pm-5pm...All types of donations are welcome...For detailed information about us visit

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA) CONT'S 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.

Haley Villalobos haleyvillalobos@gmail.com (638) 104-1515

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA) EMERGENCY DIAL 911 OR 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)

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.

SAN JOSE CHURCH MISSION OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE Cholla Bay Road on the right before you enter La Cholla. Mass time as 8 a.m.

REHABILITATION CENTER

SANTIAGO RUIZ SALCIDO ASSOCIATION

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

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.

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

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

Contact: Barbara Olszewski rpbarbo@gmail.com (602) 324-9529 / (638) 114-2406

Phone: 382-0050 / (602) 476-1454 Guard Gate: 382-0095 President: Ginger Beauchamp Executive Vice President: Naoma Leader Vice President: Bart Stockton Treasurer: Randi Alcott Secretary: Raylene Pavlicek

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.

or WEB site: www.oc3anviewministry.com or Like us on facebook. To schedule a mission group with our exciting ministry making a difference in the community...contact: Conrad Flores, Founder & President Oc3anviewministry@gmail.com

2 FISH MINISTERIOS Founder: Pastor Stan Tedrow Peñasco Christian Fellowship

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.

ROTARY CLUB PUERTO PEÑASCO MAR DE CORTÉS Meet on Wednesdays at 8:00AM in Don Julio’s restaurant at the Old Port (Malecón). Email julio_cesarvalenzuela@hotmail.com.

SOUTH OF THE BORDER GROUP AA Passport Club We’ve moved to: Offices of Ocean View Ministry 18 Ave. S. Sinaloa M.W.F. 10:00 am Open AA meeting Contacts: Conrado @ MX cell: 638-109-8017 OVM office @: 480-264-1172 Marcia @ marsupis@gmail.com

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL 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.

Melchor Ocampo & Tecla Bustamante Donations accepted and welcomed at the Felowship Monday Friday 8AM - 2PM 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 Ave. Coahuila 444 Int. 1a Fremont & Víctor Estrella 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

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 Rick Busa: rbusa1972@gmail.com 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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10 Benefits of Residency in Mexico What are the benefits of establishing residency in México? This is a very common question from people considering a move to Mexico. There is a lot to consider when planning a move to México - when you're about to completely uproot your lives and move to a foreign country. Often, the most important matter to tackle first is to address the question of residency. If the move is not something that you had just thought up on a whim, but rather something that was months or even years in the making, it's best to be prepared. There are essentially three ways that a foreigner (non-Mexican citizen) can enter and reside in México. There are other types of visas (i.e., student, humanitarian, adoption, etc.) but the following three are the most common types: 1) Visitante - A visitante (visitor/tourist) can visit the country for a maximum of up to 180 days at a time; 2) Residente Temporal (RT) - As a RT (temporary resident), you can reside in México for up to four years and exit and re-enter the country as you please and 3) Residente Permanente (RP) - As a RP (permanent resident), you can reside in México indefinitely and exit and re-enter the country as you please. The latter two, RT and RP, are considered residency visas. So, that begs the question. What exactly are the benefits of obtaining a residency visa. In no particular order, here are 10 benefits of getting a RT or RP visa.

1) NATIONAL HEALTHCARE PROGRAMS

As discussed in Medical Insurance & Coverage in México, having residency opens up additional doors in regards to medical coverage. In addition to private medical insurance, as a RT or RP visa holder you are also eligible to participate in the Instituto Mexicano Del Seguro Social (IMSS) or Seguro Popular (SP) social security programs which provide medical care. IMSS provides private employers and employees with health, pensions and social security security services. However, RT and RP visa holders can opt into this program without being employed. SP is designed to cover individuals who are not enrolled or otherwise covered by the IMSS program.

2) INAPAM SENIOR DISCOUNT CARD

The Instituto Nacional de las Personas Adultas Mayores (INAPAM) is a federal agency that that is responsible for administering programs in support of Mexican senior citizens. If you are a RT or RP visa holder that is at least 60 years of age, you are eligible to receive an INAPAM card at no charge that entitles you to discounts with merchants and service providers across the country. You can read

more about benefits and discounts in your local area as well as the requirements and process to obtain a card. Please note that some individuals with RT visa status have reported that they were unable to obtain the card, which is in direct contradiction to what their Web site states.

3) CAPITAL GAINS ON HOME SALE

As a RT or RP visa holder, you may be eligible to reduce your tax liability in regards to capital gains on the sale of your primary residence. You will need to meet several requirements in order to be eligible for this tax exemption. Given that Mexican tax law is quite complex, you will need to seek professional advice from a notario público, which in México is a lawyer with advanced education and specialized work experience, or tax accountant. This may be a major benefit and could potentially result in significant financial savings.

4) BANK ACCOUNT

As a RT or RP visa holder, you can open up a bank account. Though getting cash (i.e., from a foreign bank account) is rather easy and really not an issue, the main advantage of having a Mexican bank account is that it can make certain transactions such as paying utilities easier (i.e., auto debit via electronic transfer) to perform. Additionally, not all merchants and service providers in México accept foreign debit/credit cards. Though anecdotal, I have read and heard from numerous people across the country being able to open bank accounts without a RT or RP visa. I would consider this the exception rather than the rule. It is always best to check with each bank and branch as to their individual policies.

5) FOREIGN PLATED VEHICLE

Bringing a foreign plated vehicle into the country versus buying a vehicle here is a personal decision. In Bringing a Car Into México, we discussed the requirements and process to bring a foreign plated vehicle into México. As a RT visa holder, you can keep your foreign plated vehicle here for the duration of your visa which is up to 4 years.

6) ABILITY TO WORK

Work can be defined as working for an employer, being self-employed (i.e., business owner), being an independent contractor, etc. As an RP visa holder, you do not need to submit a separate application, like with RT visa holders, to obtain permission to work. However, you must notify Instituto Nacional de Migración - INM (Immigration) of your intent to work. Additionally, you will need to be registered with Servicio de

Administración Tributaria - SAT (Tax Administration Service) for tax purposes. Be sure to seek professional advice to ensure that you are adhering to official requirements and process from both an immigration and tax perspective.

7) REGISTER A VEHICLE

Anyone is able to purchase a vehicle in México regardless of their visa status. Ironically enough, only RT and RP visa holders are able to register their vehicles in their own name. Go figure! However, I have read and heard anecdotally in a few instances of individuals who do not possess a RT or RP visa being able to register their vehicles in their own name. I would consider the latter the rare exception rather than the rule. I have also heard of people registering their vehicles in other people's names. However, this could present potential legal ramifications were you involved in an accident or try to sell your vehicle legally to someone else. Personally, I would never purchase a vehicle anywhere in the world if I was not able to register in my own name. But then again, that's just me! Just be sure to understand vehicle registration rules in your respective state.

8) LOCAL DISCOUNTS

As a RT or RP visa holder, you may be eligible for certain discounts with local merchants and service providers. Check with businesses in your respective area to see if any such discounts are available. You may be pleasantly surprised as to what you may discover.

9) MEXICAN DRIVER'S LICENSE

One can drive in México with a valid driver's permit from another country. However, I am of the opinion that it is always a good idea to have a license from the country and state/province that you reside in. As an RT or RP visa holder, you

are eligible to obtain a Mexican driver's license. Cree just recently got her Jalisco state driver's license in Guadalajara and I'll talk about that process and experience in a post in the near future. In some states and jurisdictions, you may be able to obtain a temporary driver's permit under visitante status your permit will last for the duration of your Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM). It is best to check with your respective state to find out driver's license requirements and process.

10) VISA VALIDITY

As a RT visa holder, you are able to reside in México for up to 4 years with unlimited exits and re-entries. As a RP visa holder, you are able to reside in Mexico indefinitely with unlimited exits and reentries. If you enter the country under the status of visitante, you can be granted up to a maximum of 180 days per visit. Technically, there is no current law that I am aware of that prevents individuals entering as a visitante, exiting the country and then re-entering as a visitante and being granted up to an additional 180 days. This latter practice is commonly referred to as border runs, visa runs, border hopping, etc. With the continuing advancement of technology at the federal level, INM is beginning to crack down on this practice. If you plan to stay to reside in México full-time for greater than 180 days then you really need to apply for a RT or RP visa. It's not only the smart thing to do but also the right thing to do.

BOTTOM LINE:

There are countless other tangible and intangible benefits of obtaining a RT or RP visa but the ones mentioned here are the ones that come to mind immediately. If you do decide that residency makes sense, you will then need to decide whether a RT or RP visa makes more sense in your personal situation.

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Black Pepper The King Of Spices By Rosarie Salerno

Black pepper is said to have changed the course of history. For thousands of years, Old World traders traveled to India, China and Southeast Asia for it; creating great fortunes for the countries who controlled the trade routes; wars were fought over these passage ways. Peppercorns were even found in the nostrils of the mummified body of Ramesses II, placed there as part of the ritual after his death in 1213 BCE. In the Middle Ages, only the very rich could afford to buy it. Pepper was such a valuable commodity that it was used for money and as collateral. There is an expression in the Dutch language, "pepper expensive", used when referring to something that costs a great deal of money. The discovery of the Americas was due to the search for a safer and a shorter westward way to India by sea instead of the costly and dangerous way east. Black pepper comes from a slow growing smooth woody climbing vine: The vine can grow up to 30 feet on supporting trees or trellises but is usually trimmed to about 12 feet. The plant produces small white clustered flowers after 3 or 4 years of growth. The berries are known as drupes and contains one seed. Pepper plants thrive in hot, humid tropical climates and grows best in moist, well-drained, organically-rich soil. The color of black, red, green and white peppercorns depends upon when it is harvested. Green peppercorns are from drupes that are unripe. Black peppercorns are made by picking the berries just about the time they are starting to turn red, cooked briefly in hot water and then dried; turning the appearance of the peppercorn dark and shriveled. White pepper comes from very ripe seeds that have been soaked in heavily salted water to remove the outer shell. For maximum flavor and potency, black peppercorns should be kept in a tightly sealed glass container, in a dark, cool and dry place; peppercorns can be kept almost indefinitely in this manner; ground pepper will stay fresh for only about 3 months. Peppercorns will lose their flavor when exposed to light. Once the peppercorn is crushed it will lose its aromatic properties, so it should by ground fresh for each use. Organic pepper should be used because commercial black pepper may be irradiated. The use of black pepper is not just to flavor food, but it's used as a medicine, as well. It's been used in dentistry as an antiseptic for tooth-decay and swollen gums. Black pepper improves digestion

by stimulating salivation and increases hydrochloric acid in the stomach; both are needed for proper digestion. An insufficient digestive process may cause food to sit in the stomach and cause heartburn or pass to the intestines, causing gas. It also helps inhibit bacteria that are responsible for the formation of gas, at the same time, it may cure infections in the digestive and the excretory system. Black pepper may help to prevent earaches and in the treatment of hoarseness and bronchitis; because of its expectorant properties. Ground black pepper can be used to repel ants. White pepper maybe helpful against malaria and cholera. Black pepper is also recognized for its antioxidant properties. Black pepper has been used to promote sweating and urination. The outside of the peppercorn stimulates the breakdown of fat cells. It is also an excellent source of vitamin K, manganese, magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, iron, vitamin C and A, chromium and calcium. The beneficial oil of black pepper increases the absorption of B-complex vitamins and beta-carotene. Black pepper oil may help decrease cravings for cigarettes when inhaled. It may also help in stimulating mental energy and improve emotional states of wellbeing. When the oil is used in a messaging application, it is effective in the relief of cramps, hernia and muscle spasms. Its warmth gives relief from rheumatism and arthritis and promotes the elimination of toxins in the blood such as uric acid. Be aware large amounts of black pepper oil taken internally may cause uneasiness, vomiting and irritation of the intestines. Keep the oil away from eyes and nose to avoid irritation and sneezing. This article is for information purposes only and not to be taken as medical advice. As with any herbal remedy, you should consult with your health care professional. You should never stop taking prescribed medications without instructions from your physician.

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Rocky Point’s Rodeo Drive By Barbara Iverson

School is out and summer has arrived, a great time to visit Rocky Point. The pristine beaches and refreshing margaritas are something not to be missed!! And your trip isn’t complete until you’ve visited Rodeo Drive for a little shopping therapy. Over 50 vendors line the street with a fantastic array of items. Wonderful cool cotton clothing, leather sandals custom made just for you, a hammock for your patio, “designer” sun glasses, home accessories to die for and more.

One of the crafts you’ll see right before your eyes is some beautiful metal work. On the west end of the drive we have Jurassic Park with bigger than life giraffes and dinosaurs. A business the entire family participates in. As you go further down the street you’ll find a small shop with a sandwich board out in front saying, “Metal Art”. This talented young man made the Mariachi’s and beautiful sign you see for Mariachi’s and Tequila restaurant. Want something custom made this is the place. Right across the street is “House of Flowers”. Just bring them a picture of any flower you want and they’ll make it for you. Whatever size, whatever color it can be yours. Now these are flowers for someone who wasn’t born with that green thumb.

What more could a shopper with a discerning eye ask for? How about friendly help0ful vendors that don’t chase you down the street and, of course, the best prices in town? That’s Rodeo Drive. Did I forget to mention Mariachi’s and Tequila has some of the best food in Rocky Point? See you on the Drive.

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Youth Orchestra performs for dignitaries and accepts first donation of instruments

The Puerto Peñasco Youth Orchestra and Choir, under the direction of Maestro German Esquer, perform on the Malecon during the recent ceremony commemorating Mexico's Battle of Veracruz. By Cholla Charli

When the City of Puerto Peñasco has a special celebration, like Constitution Day or the recent commemoration of the Battle of Veracruz, the Youth Orchestra and Choir are usually there to punctuate the proceedings with the national anthem, marches and other music. The students are under the direction of Maestro German Esquer. The program is sponsored by the City of Peñasco and funded by the parents and through scholarships. The city provides space and the instructors. Instruments were made possible through a fundraising project orchestrated by Esquer several years ago. However, popularity of the program is growing rapidly and they now have more

Maestro German Esquer and Beatriz Salido, director of the Casa de la Culture (culture), thank Lew Felton of Mesa and La Cholla, for his donation of instruments for the city's Youth Orchestra program.

students than instruments. “Our biggest need,” said Esquer, “is for keyboards/pianos. We have 23 piano students and only three keyboards. It's very difficult to schedule instruction and practice under those circumstances.” They also have many more violin students than they have instruments. A recent article in the Times told how people can donate instruments that are tucked away in a closet or collecting dust. Last month Lew Felton, a longtime resident of La Cholla donated two clarinets, a violin and an electronic keyboard and stand. Felton has been a music teacher in Mesa for most of his career and leads the youth orchestra there. He said, “I thought about donating the instruments I've accumulated over the years to the school in Mesa but decided to help the young people in Peñasco.” He plans to retire this summer and will divide his time between Mesa and La Cholla. He hopes to donate his time and the benefit of his years of music instruction to assist as a teacher/tutor for the program here. Cultural programs such as the Youth Orchestra and Choir and a variety of dance and art programs in Peñasco are overseen by Beatriz Salido, Directora de La Casa de La Cultura (House of Culture), across from City Hall. Those who have been torn between nostalgia and practicality, are encouraged to give a young person a chance to develop a talent for music. If you have the time and training to teach, volunteers are needed as tutors and assistants. To give an instrument or your time, contact German Esquer through the mayor's office or e-mail him at: German. Esquer86@gmail.com.

2018 Circus Mexicus Line Up & Schedule Circus Mexicus returns to Puerto Peñasco June 7-10, 2018 with more bands and venues than ever before. Hosted by nationally touring artists Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers for 19 years running, the festival will be a four day long mix of rock, reggae, country and punk to an audience coming from approximately 30 states and a handful of countries beyond Mexico and United States. Seattle, WA based Supersuckers who have been one of the long standing touring punk bands since the early 90's will perform twice throughout the weekend as well as front man Eddie Spaghetti fitting in solo performance. Rockford, IL's Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts return back to Circus Mexicus with their unique blend of rock, soul and funk... and Miles' humor. Also performing on the Mexican Moonshine Main Stage will be one of Arizona's hottest bands The Black Moods as well as Pistoleros, who just released their most acclaimed record of their career Silver. The All Star Rolling Stones tribute band, the Strolling Bones will rip through Stones songs Saturday night on the Main Stage. Players from the Peacemakers, Pistoleros, Black Moods and Marc Norman along with surprise guests never disappoint. Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers will once again headline both nights on the Main Stage. Tickets are still available online at www.circusmexicus.net. Advance purchase tickets are available at a discount and will be exchanged at Will Call throughout the weekend for wristbands. Any Circus Mexicus wristband will allow entry to shows held throughout the weekend at any of the 7 venues beyond the Main Stage which include JJ's Cantina, Banditos, Wrecked at The Reef, Al Capone's, Boo Bar, Tekila Bar and Xochitl's. Although rental condos on Sandy Beach will eventually sell out, some remain as do rentals in Choya Bay, Las Conchas and Old Port. Get an early start on Summer and join us in Puerto Peñasco for another Circus Mexicus on the beach, under the stars and in seaside cantinas. • Thursday June 7 @ Banditos • Indoor Stage: Noon - 4p Will Call • 1-4pm The Summer @ Wrecked at The Reef • Beach Stage: 5:30pm Drew Cooper • 6:30pm Blaine Long & Rosas del Rey @ Al Capone's • Patio: 5:00pm Kanan Vitolo @ JJ's Cantina • Patio Stage: 6:30pm Will Call • 6:45pm Southwest by Midnight • 8:00pm The Cole Trains • 9:00pm Fayuca • 10:00pm Pistoleros @ Banditos • Indoor Stage: 10:45p The Summer • 11:45pm Black Bottom Lighters • Friday June 8 @ Al Capone's • Upstairs Stage: 10:30a Rich Hopkins and the Luminarios @ Chango's • Pool Stage: 12:30p The Jons (full band) @Banditos

• Indoor Stage: Noon - 4p Will Call • 12:00pm The Cole Trains • 1:00pm Drew Cooper w/ The Cole Trains • 2:00pm Ryan Bexley • 3:00pm Blaine Long & Rosas del Rey • 4:00pm Black Bottom Lighters • 5:00pm Fayuca @ Mexican Moonshine Main Stage • 6:00pm Doors, Ticket Sales and Will Call • 6:30pm Pistoleros • 7:30pm Supersuckers • 8:45pm The Black Moods • 10:00pm Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers @ Banditos • Outdoor Stage: 12:00am Elvis Before Noon • Saturday June 9 @ Al Capone's • Upstairs Stage: 10:30am Pistoleros @ Wrecked at the Reef • Beach Stage: 9:00am Rock & Beach Soccer Tournament • 12:00pm Sugahbeat • 1:00pm Ryan Bexley • 2:00pm Analog Outlaws • 3:00pm Elvis Before Noon @Boo Bar • Patio Stage: 12:00p The Black Moods' New Album Sneak Peek* • *Note: A separate ticket for this show must be purchased in advance at the Tickets page while supplies last. A very limited amount of tickets will be sold. Bring your Confirmation to any Will Call Thursday or Friday to pick up your tickets. • @ Tekila Bar • Cantina Stage: 1:00pm Southwest by Midnight • 2:15p Whiskey's Quicker @ Banditos • Indoor Stage: 3:00pm - 5:00 Will Call • 3:30pm Rich Hopkins and the Luminarios • 4:45pm Supersuckers @ Mexican Moonshine Main Stage • 7:00pm Doors, Ticket Sales and Will Call • 7:30pm The Strolling Bones • 8:45pm Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts • 10:00pm Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers @ Banditos • Outdoor Stage: 12:00am Whiskey's Quicker • Sunday June 10 @ Al Capone's • Upstairs Stage: 10:30am Eddie Spaghetti (Supersuckers) • 11:30am Aaron Beavers (Shurman) @ Xochitl's • Rooftop Stage: 10:30am Sugahbeat @ JJ's Cantina • Patio Stage: 12:00pm The Cole Trains • 1:00pm Ryan Bexley • 2:00pm Southwest by Midnight • 3:00pm Analog Outlaws @ Wrecked at the Reef • Beach Stage: 3:30pm Shawn Johnson & The Foundation • 4:30pm The Jons (full band) + Chris Kantor • 5:45pm Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts @ Banditos • Indoor Stage: 7:00pm Jim Dalton y Amigos • 9:00pm The Summer

This article is brought to you by the Sonoran Resorts Sales Team, www. sonoranresorts.mx, Jim Ringquist, Director of Sales and Marketing. Sign up for Jim’s Monthly Newsletter: http://www.tinyurl.com/JimNewsletter

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Fog in Rocky Point? No Way!

By Mike Bibb

Fog rolling into the Rocky Point harbor/marina area during the early evening hours of April 28. The two bright lights in the center of the photo are marina security lights while the big light in the top left corner is the moon. Following an early Saturday evening dinner with friends at El Buzo Restaurant on April 28, we exited the eatery to discover a rarity in Rocky Point - Fog. I've been visiting the area for over thirty years and don't recall ever seeing the weather phenomenon before. Not that it hasn't occurred, but it isn't very common, particularly on warm spring nights. Not being a fog expert, or even remotely knowledgeable on the subject, I returned home to do a little googling in anticipation of submitting an article on the matter. Yeah, I know, Google knows everything about everything and everyone. Kinda like my nosy neighbor. Anyway, according to climatologists and the Weather Channel there are all kinds of fog causing conditions and definitions. Actually, I've always thought fog was just a ground hugging cloud; which, basically, it is. Webster's Dictionary explains fog as "A cloud-like mass or layer of minute water droplets near the surface of the Earth, appreciably reducing visibility." However, as in many atmospheric related occurrences, there is more than one kind of fog, produced in several different ways. The following was gleaned from Wikipedia:

Radiation fog is formed by the cooling of land after sunset in calm conditions with a clear sky. Ground fog is fog that obscures less than 60% of the sky and does not extend to the base of any overhead clouds. Advection fog occurs when moist air passes over a cool surface by wind and is cooled. Evaporation fog or steam fog forms over bodies of water overlain by much colder air. Frontal fog forms near a weather front when raindrops, falling from warm air above, evaporate into cooler air close to the Earth's surface causing it to become saturated (foggy). Precipitation fog forms as rain falls into drier air below, causing the droplets to evaporate into water vapor. The water vapor cools and at the dew-point it condenses and fog forms. Sea and coastal fog - which, I guess, is what Puerto Peñasco experiences - is heavily influenced by the presence of sea spray and small airborne salt crystals. Coastal fog can occur at humidity’s as low as 70% and in relatively warm conditions. Like southern California coastal regions, and certain areas in the Southwest United States, late April Rocky Point begins to warms nicely. There are additional fog classifications located in particular environments, but keeping this story relatively short, I've chosen to list about half dozen of the more recognized ones.

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CLASSIFIEDADS ANNOUNCEMENTS 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. (01152-638) 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 13map 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 (#1WC)

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@ gmail.com. Mexico (011-521-638) 114-1659 or (044-638) 384-0113. From the US dial (602) 324-7241. (#1-dg) AMERICAN LEGION MX-15 OF ROCKY POINT – is located in the Mirador Beach area, just down from Manny’s Beach Club, up the hill behind Pink Cadillac, downstairs at Los Juanes Restaurant. We serve Breakfast from 8am-11am and Lunch 11am - 2pm and Dinner Specials. post15mx@mail.com (#1-AL) SAN JOSE MISSION CHURCH – Bilingual Catholic Mass offered every Sunday at 8 a.m. at San Jose’ Church in La Cholla/Cholla Bay. Everyone is welcome.(#1SJ) 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 Rocky Point Times Offices (011-52-638) 383-1012, Phoenix (602) 4123932, Tucson (520) 407-6594, nancy_phelan@yahoo.com. AACORP P.O. Box 1031, Lukeville, AZ 85341. (#1-AAC)

BEAUTY SALONS

BILL PAYING SERVICE 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) 4761187, or email me at sivife@ hotmail.com. (#30-2) BILL PAYING – Maintenance and cleaning. FM3 Services. Proservices

Rocky

Point.

Fremont Plaza #15. Mon. thru Fri. 8:30-4:30, Sat. 8:30-1:30. (638) 383-6161. English/Spanish Cel (044-638) 113-0446. astrid. avila@live.com.mx (PS-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 383-1011. (#56-5) BEST COFFEE IN TOWN –

PBC - PEÑASCO BEAUTY CENTER - IN Rocky Point Full line AVON Beauty Supplies. Hair, Nails, Facials, Massage, Manicures and Pedicures (638) 383-1086. English Spoken. On Constitucion, across from Super Ley (#25-1)

SERVICES FOR AMERICANS – Permanent and Temporary Residence, Tax ID Numbers (Hacienda Registration), accounting services, bill paying and more. Office location: Sun Valley Business and Immigration Service, Blvd. Benito Juarez No. 191 Between Nicolas Bravo & Simon Morua. Call local at 3838891, 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) 4761187 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) BILL PAYING – Maintenance and cleaning. FM3 Services. Proservices Rocky Point. Fremont Plaza #15. Mon. thru Fri. 8:30-4:30, Sat. 8:30-1:30. (638) 383-6161. English/Spanish Cel (044-638) 113-0446. astrid. avila@live.com.mx (PS-1) FOR SALE

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

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)

FM3 SERVICES

to order ahead 382-5283. (#5610) DENTAL SERVICES WANT

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) 3833434. (#64-3)

CAR FOR SALE – 2001 Mitsubishi 4x4, white, sun roof, cold AC. 199,900 miles but runs strong. $2500.00 firm. In Rocky Point (602)324-9558. (#ES-1) FURNITURE DELIVERY MOVING FROM THE STATES to all of Mexico. Since 1987. Our price includes no surprise fees from pickups to setups. No middle man, door to door service. Email geoff@bordermovers.com or phone (480) 232-3518. (#90-9) 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 (011-52638) 383-3919, (602) 324-7241 (#100-4)

FURNISHED 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT – located near the beach inside a secure new R.V. Park. WiFi, pool, palapa, BBQ’s, and dog park included. Call (011-52-638) 388-5094. (#5-17) BEACH FRONT PRIVATE HOMES – **Budget, Family & Pet Freidly rentals. Playa Encanto Pristine Beaches. (480) 495-5207. guethles59@gmail.com. (#KG-1).

REAL ESTATE SERVICES TWIN

DOLPHINS

–

Blvd.

Fremont, next to Red Cross. Mexico (638) 383-3919 US (602) 324-7241. (#140-1) ROCKY

POINT

REALTY

GROUP – Jonni Francis at Paseo Las Glorias, across from Peñasco del Sol. Mexico (638)

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 JEWELRY - 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 (011-52638) 388-5512 and 383-2698. (#110-2)

382-5355 US (602) 334-4134. (#140-2) RV PARKS & SPACES 6 RV SPACES for rent in town (1 1/2 blks East of Jose on Callejon Juarez). Walled, private, with all the services, Call Marco (480) 225-6546. (#152-22) SERVICES SATELLITE TV – Sales, service & installation. Residential & Commercial (638) 103-5317 Mex Cel. (602) 635-2246 Vonage. (#157-2) BRENDA

MUSEUMS THE (FRIDAY) SEASHELL MUSEUM – Small Private collection. Free admission. Open Fridays 10 am to 5 pm. Map at: www.seashellmuseum.com. (#NB-1) PEST CONTROL PREDADOR - TERMITES, cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies, bees, fire ants, fleas, scorpions, spiders, rats, ants, mice. We have our Federal License. English spoken. Call Juan Mendivil, owner at 383-8787. 24hr emergency phone dial (044 - 638) 113-0691. (#126-1)

DESIGN

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treatments. Cel (602) 909-9146. www.brendaleedesign.com. (#157-5)

LOTS FOR SALE TWO ADJOINING LOTS – for sale. Two blocks from beach, each lot is 875m2, one isa corner lot. In Playa Bonita area. Good business location. $200K, price is negotiable. Contact F. Cordero at garcnan@gmail.com. (#115-31)

LEE

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SHUTTLE SERVICE 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! Phone in the U.S. (602) 971-0166. www. headouttorockypoint.com.

waiting in border lines when you ride with us! (#158-3) TUCSON SONORAN EXPRESS – Shuttle Service from Tucson to Rocky Point. Group or one-way rates available. (520) 954-2556. www.TucsonSonoranExpress. com.

tucsonsonoranexpress@

gmail.com. (#TS-1)

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

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.

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.

INDEX A

A bit of Shangrila RV........................480-225-6546 Ajo Chamber of Commerce.....................520-387-7742 Ajo Plaza..............................................520-387-5044 Ajo Print Shop......................................520-387-6858 Ajo Satellite Sales..............................520-387-4846 Alejandra Valenzuela Attorney........044-638-102-1248 ..................................................U.S. (520) 505-7808 Aleman, Victor................................044-638-105-7839 Amazon Window Covering.....................623-925-8199 American Home Services.....................(520) 303-1016 American Legion...........................................388-8841 Aqua Grande Towing.............383-5770/(520) 232-2149 Animal Adoption Center.......................638-383-1012 ............................................................(602) 412-3932 Arizona Realty........................................520-387-8787 Armando Handyman..........................(638) 113-5502 Art Stop & Plaza Gallery............................520-387-6858

Baja Autoservices..........................044-638-383-4925 Balboas Rest..................................................383-5155 Barb’s Dog Rescue........................044-638-114-1659 Biosfera Dry Cleaners.....................................383-1667 Bonita RV Park...............................................383-1400 Bórquez, Ricardo, Atty............388-6110/520-407-6756 Brenda Lee Design................................602-909-9146 Brooks, Dee...................................................383-3919 Bryan’s.....................................................388-5365 Burrito Express..............................................383-8460

Candy Cake.........................................638-383-2673 Canvas................................................638-383-1161 Capone's Seafood & Pizzeria..................(638) 388-6737 Chef Mickey's Place...........................(638) 388-9500 Chochoy Veterinary.......................................383-2338 Cholla Bay Oyster House........................(638) 382-5443 Cholla Bay Powder Coating..............044-638-105-9290 .......................................................U.S. 602-989-0646 C.H.O.P.P.S............................................480-648-7689 CIMA...........................................................383-1854 Círculo B...........................................638-382-8512 Coldwell Banker by the Sea...388-8999/602-425-5133 Colins Cantina...............................................382-8020 Clippers Barber Shop............................(638) 100-0982

D’Lucy Spa.................383-1471/044-638-105-8993 Del Mar Charters........................................383-2802 Dr. Grijalva, D.D.S...........................................383-3434 Don Julio Bar & Grill......................................388-0056 Duke’s Restaurant-Bar.................044-638-104-0338 or...................................................044-638-380-6650

Ecofun Rentals.........................................388-9699 Eddie Wharez.....................383-8633/602-324-9328

Family of God Medical Clinics................(638) 383-3480 or...................................................(480) 812-5200 Farmacias De Descuento..............383-3131/388-8280 Fish.............................................044-638-110-7137 Five Senses Spa...................................638-112-1652 Fit Vida Bistro.............................................383-1992 Fortaleza del Sol........................044-638-110-9519 Francis, Jonni..............................044-638-112-1197 Frenchy’s.......................................044-638-690-1472 Friendly Dolphin.......................................383-2608

Galeria del Mar Bermejo...........................383-3488 Galeria Luis y Gaby.......................................383-7174 Georgina Ross.......................................638-388-5322 .............................................................(520) 265-3789 German Brats..............................044-638-110-4970 German Osorio Studio...........................(520) 401-6570 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 Green Point................................................383-2938 Gretchen Ellinger...............383-1425/602-317-3881 or................................................044-638-384-0458 Grout Doctor........................................638-380-9293 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 Ser vice U.S. Toll Free..................................602-971-0166 Hector Munro...................................(602) 503-0682 Hotel Viña del Mar................................383-0100 or.....................................................602-606-7768 U.S. Toll Free...........................01-800-560-2123

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Imagen Oral..................................................388-7953 InnSuites Hotels and Suites U.S. Toll Free......................................888-INNSUITES INTERCAM..............................................388-1191 International Insurance....................623-551-8501 Iron City Polaris..................................(602) 272-5551 JJ’s Cantina...................................................383-2785 John Hibbert Realty Ex...........................638-380-5112 John Witt Realty Ex.................................623-523-2180 Joyeria Max...........................................388-5512 Jungle Juice.........................................(638) 107-1869 Kaffeehaus.............................................388-1065 Kilombo.................................................638-388-5339 Kord’s Auto Care...............................520-387-6962 Kyle Wood..............................................480-297-8079

La Casa del Capitan Restaurant....................383-5698 Tony’s Cafe.........................................638-690-1589 La Siesta Motel................................520-387-6569 Laguna Shores Golf & Country Club..................383-4670 U.S. Toll Free.........................................800-513-1426 Las Palmas.............................................800-671-2799 or.................................................638-690-2933 Latitude 31...............................................383-4311 Little Italy Pizza..................................(928) 683-2221 Living Stones Ministry...........................480-243-8452 Lourdes Rivera..........................044-638-380-3366

Made in Puerto Peñasco................044-638-380-8233 Mar de Cortez Rentals....................................388-8747 Mare Blu Ristorante.......................................383-0605 Maria Ituarte......................................(602) 883-6634 Mariachis & Tequila...............................(638) 383-1499 Mark Paliscak.......................................(602) 526-7478 Mayan Palace Golf Course........................383-GOLF Max’s Cafe..................................................383-1011 Max Jeweler...............................................388-5512 Memo Green Maintenance..................(638) 105-9311 Mermaid’s Market.................................388-5004 Mexican Beach Developers.......................383-6099 or.....................044-638-384-7145/520-777-0018 Mexican Vistas Co..........382-5400/044-638-384-6445 or...........................................................623-698-0117 Mexico Insurance Center..................1-800-404-1088 Mic Mickey's...............................(638) 383-8928 Miguel Nuñez Handyman.................(638) 109-3363 Mirsa Tile........................................638-383-6770 Muebles Coloniales....................................383-6670 Muebles Imperiales......................................383-6480 or.......................................................714-395-4117

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Nails Center................................................388-0434 Napa Auto (Ajo).................................24 HOUR TOW ....................................(520) 387-4TOW (387-4869) Natural Marble & Granite......................(638) 383-1758 Optica Turati................................................383-4645 Oyster House....................................(638) 382-5443

Pablo Realty........................383-8657/602-288-8687 Pane e Vino Restaurant................044-638-105-7455 Pedro’s Restaurant.......................044-638-105-5166 Peninsula de Cortes Golf Course..................383-GOLF Peñasco Beauty Center...............................383-1086 Peñasco Marine.........................................383-3700 Petals & Perfums.....................................383-5758 Pink Cadillac........................................383-5880 Pizarrro, Rita..............388-8030/044-638-386-5203 Playa Azul............................................602-789-4277 Playa Azul Seypet Resorts....................(602) 789-4277 Playa Bonita Resort....................383-2586/383-2199 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 Predador....................383-8787/044-638-110-1625 Premium Services...........383-5758/602-476-1187 Prestige Properties......................044-638-388-7777 ................................................(520) 505-7777 Pro Services...............383-6161/044-638-113-0446 Puerta Privada......................383-1020/480-445-9200

Q&R

Real Consulting.....................................638-383-3546 .......................................................U.S. 602-412-3598 Realty Executives...........................602-283-9800 or.................................................638-388-1295 Rebecca & Rene Palomino....................(520) 407-6086 Reincom..........................................638-102-0065 Repeat Performance.........................520-387-4948 Rey del Mar................................................383-5490 Richard Savino................................638-380-4272 or......................................................480-707-3822 Rocky Point Best Real Estate..................480-478-4784 Rocky Point Calendar..................see Mexican Vistas Rocky Point Chiropractic..................044-638-386-1306 or.............................................U.S. Cell 480-263-3242 Rocky Point Home Builders.............044-638-383-6524 or...............................................U.S. 815-553-2683 Rocky Point Realty Group.....383-4699/602-334-4134 Rocky Point Services............................638-114-8132 or..................................................520-303-3960 Rocky Point Times Newspaper.....................383-6325 or..........................................................480-463-6255

S Salerno, Rosarie..........383-8417/044-638-384-7145 or.......................................................520-777-0018 Sanborns Insurance........U.S. Toll Free 800-222-0158 Sandy Beach Massage....................044-638-384-4418 Santiago’s Body Shop.............................638-384-1962 Santiagos Ocean Services...........................388-5318 or.......................................................(602) 324-9558 Santo Tomas.....................................(480) 861-0355 Satellite Services................................638-103-5317 Satisfied Frog................................638-383-1743 Sea of Cortez Adventures...................(928) 380-8619 Seaside Window Coverings.........................383-5181 Sea Side Reservations.....383-7795/1-888-262-4508 Señorita Rita Sunset Cruise.............044-638-107-3727 Servicios Medicos Veterinarios..................383-3344 Shangrila RV Park................................480-225-6546 Si Como No! Etc.....................................520-387-7080 Silva, Yolanda Insurance...............................383-6280 Skullz............................................................388-9900 Sonoran Autoservice.......................602-909-4864 or.......................................................638-382-5423 Sonoran Grill...............................................382-8089 Sonoran Property Inspection Services....(623) 200-8574 Sonoran Resorts.................................602-476-7511 Sonoran Resorts Sales Consultant Brenda Sabo..............................044-638-105-3157 Stegall Katz & Whitaker.........................602-241-9221 Su Casa...........................................638-690-1345 Sun Valley Services.....................................383-8891 Sunset Rv Park...................................(638) 388-5094 .............................................................(480) 525-2917 Sushi Sun Restaurant...................................383-2772

T Tapia & Associates Attorneys................(480) 467-4611 Tapia, Miguel......................................602-266-0225 Tekila Bar.....................................044-638-107-5863 Tequila Factory..............................................388-0606 The Print Shop....................................520-387-6858 The Horny Toad....................................(480) 488-9542 Tommy Thomas Home Inspections..044-638-110-4728 or.........................................................602-748-4134 Tony’s Cafe...............................044-638-690-1589 Tourist Assistance Unit..................................382-8413 Towing Aqua Grande..(638) 383-5770 / (520) 232-2149 Tucson Sonoran Express.......................(520) 954-2556 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 Victor Aleman..............................044-638-105-7839 Viña del Mar Hotel............383-0100/602-606-7768 Viva Mexico Taqueria...........................638-104-7252

W West Coast Mexico Insurance..............(818) 788-5353 Western Outdoor Times......................(480) 947-6219

X-Y-Z Xochitl’s Cafe (Sally’s Cholla Cafe)..................382-5283 Yolanda Silva Insurance................................383-6280 ZaGas.......................................................383-8100 Zuquin Restaurant........................................383-3250 Zuq Deli & Salads.........................................388-5050

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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 911 & 066 for EMERGENCIES AIR AMBULANCE (dial within Mexico) AirEvac............................................................001-880-321-9522 SkyMed Air Ambulance.................................001-866-805-9624 AIRPORTS International.................................................................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 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 28) 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 Towing................(011-52-638) 383-5770 / U.S. (520) 232-2149 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 Cheiky’s Pizza 383-3627, Closed Wed. Cocina Express 383-8358 Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm Sun. 12pm-7pm 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.

Figaros Pizza 383-8181 Fit Vida Bistro 383-1992 Jungle Juice (638) 107-1869 Sushi Sun 383-2772

EVENTS CALENDAR JUNE 2018 CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST EVENTS! AUGUST 2018

Friday 1th • Dia de la Marina

TIKI Fresh Foods (044-638) 105-8001 (044-638) 112-0996 9am-9pm, Closed. Sun.

Thursday 7th

Tortas San Luis 388-6405, 7 days, 9am-9pm

• RCPM Circus

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 Viña del Mar In Old Port at the end of the Malecon Local 383-3600 or 383-0100 www.vinadelmarhotel.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------La Palapa Condos & Casitas Local 383-3866 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Madre del Mar (with permission) US dial (520) 407-6394 or (520) 303-7530 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Peñasco del Sol Paseo Las Glorias # 1 Mexico Toll Free 01-800-614-9484 Worldwide Toll Free 1-888-683-006 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 Servicios Medicos Veterinarios 383-3344 Blvd. Sonora & Galeana (west of Josefa)

Wednesday 1st • Happy Birthday Alicia!

Mexicus. Visit www.

Thursday 30th

circusmexicus.

• 43rd SCMA Three

net for lineup &

Flags Classic. For

schedule.

more info visit www.sc-ma.com

Friday 8th • RCPM Circus

Friday 31st • 43rd SCMA Three

Mexicus.

Flags Classic. For

Visit www. circusmexicus. net for lineup & schedule.

more info visit www.sc-ma.com SEPTEMBER 2018

Saturday 9th • RCPM Circus Mexicus.

Saturday 1st • 43rd SCMA Three Flags Classic. For

Visit www. circusmexicus. net for lineup & schedule.

more info visit www.sc-ma.com Sunday 2nd • 43rd SCMA Three

Sunday 10th • RCPM Circus Mexicus.

Flags Classic. For more info visit www.sc-ma.com

Visit www. circusmexicus.

Monday 3rd

net for lineup &

• Labor Day

schedule.

• 43rd SCMA Three Flags Classic. For

Sunday 17th

more info visit

• Father's Day.

www.sc-ma.com

JULY 2018

Tuesday 4th • 43rd SCMA Three

Wednesday 4

Flags Classic. For

• Independence Day.

more info visit

Happy 4th of July!

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EVERYDAY Al Anon Family Groups. Email to schedule a meeting; Marcia at marsupis@gmail.com. American Legion Post MX-15 open from 8am-8pm in El Mirador in the old Los Juanes Restaurant. Mah Jongg - noon at Latitude 31• Restaurant. Contact Beverly (638) 388-7766 or (505) 565-5138 for more info. MONDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). 12PM Horseshoe tournament at South Side Jillz, open to anyone who cares to play, and with happy hour prices! 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish) (See Pg. 42). Mah Jongg - noon at Latitude 31• Restaurant. Contact Beverly (638) 388-7766 or (505) 565-5138 for more info. 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 3820113 for more info. 4PM CEDO Nature Talk in Spanish CBSC – Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club meets once a month (on Tues. or Sat.). 4PM Peñasco Singles Happy Hour, every Tuesday at Playa Bonita Resort. 8PM Cinemartes - Art Film Nights at Cafe Puerto Viejo in Old Port. 2PM - Powerball Bingo at the American Legion Post MX 15. 2pm. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. 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) (See Pg. 42). 11AM – Horseshoe Tournament 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. Join us each Wednesday in our air conditioned club house. 5PM – AA meets (Spanish). 6PM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (Spanish) (See Pg. 42). PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more. THURSDAYS PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. 2PM - POWERBAL BINGO at the American Legion Post MX15 3PM Dart Tournament at the Pink Cadillac in El Mirador. All welcome. 4PM The Connection Happy Hour, now on Thursdays at Puesta del Sol Restaurant at Playa Bonita Resort. 5PM-7PM Ladies Day at South Side Jillz, music, games and a “surprise” for all, happy hour prices and a good selection of wine. 2pm. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. Latitude 31º - Card games and other games. FRIDAYS 10AM Alcoholics Anonymous meets (English) (See Pg. 42). PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. 7PM Eight Ball Tournament at South Side Jillz for the Pool players, double elimination, blind draw. 8PM - Pool Tournament at South Side Jillz. Every Friday. Mah Jongg - noon at Latitude 31• Restaurant. Contact Beverly (638) 388-7766 or (505) 565-5138 for more info. Seashell Museum (Free admission) Open every Friday 10am to 5pm. (638) 388-6559. Seashell Museum by Naomi & Russ Black. Open from 10am to 5pm. July thur Sept. by Appointment only. Address: 114 Ramon Figueroa Col. Lopez Portillo. 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 PINK CADILLAC - swim up bar, open Wed. thru Sun. 2PM till close. Burgers, pizza and more during the summer months. 2PM - Powerball Bingo at the American Legion Post MX 15. 2pm. Cost $7 dlls for 6 games. SUNDAYS 9AM Non-Denominational Worship Services with Family of God. Located on Blvd. Costera N 2000A. Everyone welcome. Church Office: 383-3480. 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. Phone: (011-52-638) 383-4513. San Jose Mission Church- in Cholla Bay. Bilingual Catholic Mass. At 8am every Sunday. All our welcome.

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

A Tale of Two Tails: The Young and The Ageless By Bo & Linda Bernard

Everyone Loves Puppies

It’s true. Who doesn’t love a puppy? They’re soft and fluffy. They’re cute and cuddly. And who can resist those puppy-breath kisses? At Barb’s, we love everything about them. In fact, puppies by far make up the largest percentage of the 1,000 dogs placed by Barb each year. While some puppies arrive at Barb’s along with their mother, many don’t. And that’s where foster home volunteers are essential. These surrogate parents provide the care and nurturing these young puppies need to survive the early weeks without a mother. Like babies, they require a safe, climate-controlled environment and someone to meet their needs for food, care, love and attention. Foster parents take the pups from bottles to solid food. And when it is time for vaccinations, like real parents, they hold them and say “poor sweet baby.” This is a great opportunity for members of the community to accept one of the most rewarding and enjoyable volunteer jobs Barb’s has to offer. To be sure, it is not an easy job, but the love you receive in return and the joy that comes from seeing your foster pup find its forever home is something that can’t be put into words. If you think you would like to become a foster home for Barb’s, please contact us at: barbsdogrescue.org

Meet Charly

Not all dogs rescued by Barb’s are puppies. Many come from the large population of homeless dogs that roam the streets of Peñasco. Others may have been abused or injured by accident. These dogs don’t find homes as quickly as our puppies, and some will live out their lives at our compound. There are some great dogs just waiting for the right person to walk through our gates and discover them. One of those dogs is Charly. Charly is a yellow, short hair Mexican mix. He is

eight years old and weighs 55 pounds. He is one of many dogs brought to us from Estero la Pinta, a rocky harbor beach about 30 minutes outside the city where people frequently abandon dogs they no longer want. Charly was apparently being fed by the fishermen who came to the estuary. He had been neutered, so he obviously once had a family who cared about him. When Charly came to Barb’s, he had been hit by a car. He had a broken femur which required surgery and special care for healing. Through the donations that support our rescue efforts, Charly was able to receive the care needed, and today he walks, runs, and plays without any problems. Charly is a loveable and affectionate dog. He is calm, good with other dogs, and would like you to know that he loves the beach. Charly would make a wonderful companion and is waiting for you to find him here at Barb’s. As always, Barb wishes to thank all who have contributed food, money or time. She could not continue her good work without you. Most of all, she holds a special place in her heart for those kindred souls who are willing to open their home and hearts to rescue dogs.

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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Making Mass accessible By Cholla Charli

Even though OSHA regulations do not apply here in Mexico, the U.S. emigrants who live here understand the importance of accessibility. Because of that, a wheelchair accessible ramp is being constructed to the new bathroom and sacristy at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in La Cholla. St. Joseph's/San José is one of many mission churches in Puerto Peñasco. They are placed in outlying areas so the locals have easy access to church services. This mission church is under the umbrella of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Puerto Peñasco. It serves the people of La Cholla and Sandy Beach – areas where there are predominantly English-speaking people. Consequently, the Mass at St. Joseph's/San José, is bilingual – the only bilingual Mass in Peñasco. At this point, only an 8a.m. Mass is available at the little church; but each week the number of worshipers grows and they look forward to the time when a later Mass might be available. “On many Sundays we are filling the pews and the folding chairs,” said Bob

Keller, sexton of St. Joseph's church. “Since many people have told us that 8 a.m., is really early when you are on vacation, we believe that a later Mass would be welcomed. But for now, we are grateful for what God provides.” A little over three years ago, the church was just a cinder block shell with no windows or doors, and was only home to pigeons. Since November of 2014, Mass has been offered every Sunday. Visitors and locals have been generous in contributing to the building fund and much has been accomplished. “Of course there's always more that can be done to make the church more comfortable,” Keller said. “We look forward to the day when we have heat and air conditioning; but for now, we feel blessed to have come so far in such a short time” Residents and visitors who have questions about the church or would like to help with the St. Joseph's building projects can contact Keller by e-mail at: bob@keller.net or call him on his U.S. cell at (928) 706-6928 or Mexico home phone at (638) 382-5512.

The goal to have the bathroom operational by Easter was met well ahead of deadline. Now ramps in the front and on the side of St. Joseph's Church in Cholla is under construction to assure access to everyone.

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Cholla Bay Sportsmen’s Club – 11th Annual Horshoe / Corn Hole Tournament Donates to Local Charities women right now in the rehab center. You and all the people that make this possible are the answer to my prayers. Little by little, we are providing what they need and hope to help change their lives, make them feel appreciated and get their self-confidence back.” Lastly, we donated $500 in materials and labor to Adopt-A-Classroom Special Projects. This will help the schools who’s ‘shell’ is built by the government, but donations must cover windows, floors, electric, etc. Let’s do it again next year!! By Billie Crumbley & Helen Dahlstrom

Thank you to all who participated and volunteered! You have helped us raise money to donate to our local charities which makes a huge difference! We donated $500 to Mexico Red Cross this year to help them continue the great work they do. As per their request, The Women’s Rehab Center received a television and folding chairs. Nancy Brito, volunteer at the rehab center, told us “there are 14

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Our Contributing writers...

Steve Franklin

Steve Franklin is a Cholla Bay resident and has been photographing wildlife and nature for 20 years. He frequently visits the Western States, as well as the Sonoran Desert, to add more art to his collection. His company is “Wild West Images” and he can be found at SFrank962@aol.com. He specializes in custom frames made from Saguaro & 100 year old Barn Wood to add to the beauty of his images.

Gretchen Ellinger

After years of visiting México, and nearly 15 years a full-time resident of Puerto Peñasco, Gretchen thinks moving to Rocky Point from the USA was the best thing she ever did for herself! Gretchen has been a real estate agent in Rocky Point for as long as she has lived here, and has written for the “Rocky Point Times” for much of that time. After living in beach communities for many years, she and her little dog Luna moved to a neighborhood in town, and are so glad they did! Besides fulltime neighbors and all the conveniences, beaches are a quick drive away, and in town there is something new and interesting every day.

Rosarie Salerno

Marcia Diane

I’ve had the honor of writing for one of the best publications in the business and with some of the finest colleagues for over a year now, yea RPT! When I was little I promoted circuses and trained animals. Now that was something to write about. When I grew up I just couldn’t stop, writing that is. Though I’ve stolen and trained some horses since then. Can’t think of anywhere else I’d rather live than this astounding Sonoran Desert Sea…lucky, lucky me. Anybody who’s inclined to share their private thoughts, don’t hesitate to join our on-line writing group at m.diane. writeon@gmail.com. We put out our submissions every second Friday of the month. See you all there.

Bob Snyder

Moved to RP 7 years ago from Las Vegas and I don’t see going north again for quite some time. I hear it’s very dangerous up there. People say “THEY HAVE GUNS.” (That’s a local joke) My Travelers Advisory is “Put your feet in the warm sand, have a Margarita, unplug your electronics and just soak it in”!

Stephanie Wood

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.

Stephanie Wood grew up in Wichita, KS and moved to Phoenix in 1992 to attend ASU. Her first trip to Mexico was Nogales at age18 to shop and drink margaritas. She’s been coming to Rocky Point since 2007, and fell in love immediately and started looking for a condo the very first day. Rocky Point combines her love of Mexico and the beach. She loves exploring Rocky Point and sharing her experiences with others. She has two kids who are growing up on the beach and learning to embrace a world view and appreciation of other cultures. Her goal is to travel more extensively in Mexico as time and funds allow and continue writing about her experiences.

Mike Bibb

Cholla Charli

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.

Vince Deadmond

Vince Deadmond, “The Fly Fishing Hardware Guy”, is co-owner of Best Hardware in Apache Junction, AZ. He is an enthusiastic, caffeinated, fly fisher in search of a really good cookie. He has fly fishing stories published on the web, in local newspapers and magazines. His stories tangle family, friends, and fly lines.

Jim Ringquist

With over ten years as a full-time resident of Rocky Point, Director of Sales and Marketing for the four Sonoran Resorts beachfront condo developments, and President of the Puerto Peñasco Tourist Assistance Advisory Committee, Jim works hard to stay on top of what is going on around town. He certainly doesn’t consider himself a writer, but he does send out a monthly newsletter to a growing number of clients and Rocky Point enthusiasts to share what he can about the area.

Cholla Charli (aka Charlotte Keller) has had family ties to La Cholla since 1969, and is now a full-time resident there, having retired from a career in marketing, publishing and public relations. An award-winning writer and photographer, she enjoys sharing stories about the organizations, activities, events and people in her new home town.

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.

Dan McWhitis Broker - Teacher - Beach Bum - Me. Disgusting, it’s not a game, it’s a way of life.

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Nancy Phelan Since the year 2000, 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

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 retired in 2004 after 35 years as a self employed appliance service tech. He served two tours in Viet Nam. 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.

Lannette Phipps From the age of 10 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. 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. 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.

Mark Paliscak 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 a Peñasco story, please email Marco at mpaliscak@amerifirst.us.

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