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Editorial by Lannette Phipps & 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 (RIP 1946-2018) Owner / Managing Editor / Publisher Lannette Phipps Editor 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, Why, 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.

ast month were invited to a gastronomic event where part of the best chefs and restaurants of Rocky Point, and some out of state businesses gathered. This is the second event of this type and was very successful because many people attended to try different foods including lamb, steaks, pork and even frog legs (Sandy would’ve been very upset), it was a very well-organized event. The Gastro 638 was held at the Mayan Palace Hotel, right on the edge of the water and part of the money collected from the event was donated to La Montaña School for special needs children. The money will be used for equine therapy and they told us that approximately $1000 dlls was donated. At the event we bought a special salt with chiltepin mixed in, you have to try it, the company is from San Felipe and you can find them on Facebook as “San Felipe Salt Co. producers of Natural Sea Salt”.

AD DEADLINE 10th of the month, preceding publication MEXICO OFFICES: Ave. Agustin Melgar, Off Of Blvd. Samuel Ocaña Puerto Peñasco, Son. Mexico 83550 Col. Nueva Esperanza 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 E-MAIL 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.

Another great event that we have every year and lasts from October through April 2020 is the Mermaid’s Market, which is held at Shrimp Park Plaza the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. The fun event is organized by Russ and Naomi Black of Peñasco Recreations. They invite local venders to promote and sell their arts and

crafts, food and drinks. It’s a super fun event and they help the local community. It’s always a lot of fun, the weather is always beautiful and there is always lots to look at, purchase, eat and drink – a great place to do some pre-holiday shopping. And back to other things, the city just had another beach cleaning event. We had over 800 volunteers and 8 divers and the Mayor personally accompanied the volunteers and helped clean our beaches. Volunteers collected plastic bottles, bags and even broken glass. The city wishes to continue to be named the cleanest beach in our state and we can continue to proudly promote our beaches. Other events coming to Puerto Peñasco, and maybe one of the biggest of the year, is the 19th Annual Bike Rally and we couldn’t be any more excited. The city expects at least 8,000 bikers from all over the world, but mostly from Canada, Mexico and the U.S. If you are not familiar with the event, after the bikes cross the border and arrive to town they register at the entrance of town - at the first Circle K or the first gas station as you come into town. Remember the speed limit through Sonoyta is 40kph NOT miles. We hope there are no accidents this year, so please drive safe and be nice to all drivers. Most of the show takes place on Calle 13 and the Malecon everyone shows off their bikes and the crowd loves to see the bikes in action. The Malecon is closed off around 2pm and the party starts at Playa Bonita Hotel where Oscar Palacio, who is the organizer, welcomes everyone. There is music and food and drinks - lots of cerveza, tequila and even Bacanora. Lots of business in town and restaurants have Bike Rally specials you won’t want to miss. There is lots of entertainment and action around town so grab a schedule and go have some fun. One of the places I recommend you visit La Cantina

Sports Bar, they will have live music, and the coldest beer in town. La Cantina is located inside the Sonoran Sky Resort. Thanks to everyone for reading us every month, enjoy the coming events and Happy Thanksgiving!! I think its my favorite U.S. holiday because I love to eat turkey dinner Hasta la Vista! Happy November everyone! I happened to leave town again just as the weather was getting really, really nice, but I look forward to returning for perfect Bike Rally Weekend weather. It was my BIG 50 last month so I decided to travel around the country visiting friends and family and whooping it up so thanks to Mario for filling in for me (as always). It is our Anniversary Month and we wanted to do a little something special for all of our contributing writers

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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

Advanti Powersports..........................480-343-5252 Ajo Chamber of Commerce.....................520-387-7742 Ajo Plaza..............................................520-387-5044 Ajo Print Shop......................................520-387-6858 Ajo Satellite Sales..............................520-243-9617 Ale Cuevas Microblading........................638-114-7704 Alejandra Valenzuela Attorney........044-638-102-1248 ..................................................U.S. (520) 505-7808 Aleman, Victor................................044-638-105-7839 American Home Services.....................(520) 303-1016 American Legion...........................................388-8841 Animal Adoption Center.......................638-383-1012 ............................................................(602) 412-3932 Arizona Realty........................................520-387-8787 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 Bonita RV Park...............................................383-1400 Bórquez, Ricardo, Atty............388-6110/520-407-6756 Bravo Realty...................................602-471-2621 Brooks, Dee...................................................383-3919 Bryan’s.....................................................388-5365 Buffalo Rent A Car.............................(638) 388-9999 Burrito Express..............................................383-8460

Candy Cake.........................................638-383-2673 Canvas................................................638-383-1161 Casago............................(602)888 9109/383-1545 Chef Mickey's Place...........................(638) 388-9500 Chef Tony Mena..................................(638) 107-5752 Chochoy Veterinary.......................................383-2338 Cholla Bay Powder Coating..............044-638-105-9290 .......................................................U.S. 602-989-0646 C.H.O.P.P.S............................................480-648-7689 Cielito Lindo Restaurant................(638) 108-2100 Ext. 7 Círculo B...........................................638-382-8512 Colins Cantina...............................................382-8020 Clippers Barber Shop............................(638) 100-0982 Coffee Point.........................................(638) 388-5771

Del Mar Charters........................................383-2802 Dental Esthetic Design...638-383-2282/(602) 449-9401 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

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 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 Mirsa Tile........................................638-383-6770 Muebles Coloniales....................................383-6670 Muebles Imperiales......................................383-6480 or.......................................................714-395-4117

Salerno, Rosarie..........383-8417/044-638-384-7145

N-O

Sonoran Resorts.................................602-476-7511

E Ecofun Rentals.........................................388-9699 Eddie Wharez.....................383-8633/602-324-9328 Ellie Balderrama..........323-308-5688 / 638-380-3625 Encantame Towers........480-445-9200 / 638-688-1010 Esperanza Home Care....................................383-8694

F Family of God Medical Clinics................(638) 383-3480 or...................................................(480) 812-5200 Fish.............................................044-638-110-7137 Five Senses Spa...................................638-112-1652 Fortaleza del Sol........................044-638-110-9519 Francis, Jonni..............................044-638-112-1197 Friendly Dolphin.......................................383-2608

G Georgina Ross.......................................638-388-5322 .............................................................(520) 265-3789 Gift Shop & Gallery..............................520-387-6858 Gila Bend Title and Registration Services..928-683-2577 Glorias Beauty Salon.................................383-5075 Gretchen Ellinger...............383-1425/602-317-3881 or................................................044-638-384-0458 Grout Doctor........................................638-380-9293

H 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 Hung Rite Garage Doors.................(928) 237-7894 or.....................................................(638) 382-8506

I-J-K Imagen Oral..................................................388-7953 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 Kilombo.................................................638-388-5339 Kord’s Auto Care...............................520-387-6962 Kyle Wood..............................................480-297-8079

L La Arena 3C.....................................(638) 388-7729 La Argentina Empanadas.......................622-157-1914 La Casa del Capitan Restaurant....................383-5698 La Loteria Restaurant...........................(638) 688-2691 La Siesta Motel................................520-387-6569 Laguna Shores Resort & Country Club............383-4670 U.S. Toll Free.........................................800-513-1426 Las Palmas.............................................800-671-2799 or.................................................638-690-2933 Latitude 31...............................................383-4311 Living Stones Ministry...........................480-243-8452

Nails Center................................................388-0434 Napa Auto (Ajo).................................24 HOUR TOW ....................................(520) 387-4TOW (387-4869) Ocean Blue Spa..................(638) 108-2108 Ext. 2210 Optica Turati................................................383-4645

P 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 Pink Cadillac........................................383-5880 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 Pristine Beaches............................480-495-5207 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 Rey del Mar................................................383-5490 Richard Savino................................638-380-4272 or......................................................480-707-3822 Rocky Point BBQ House..........................(638) 100-6886 Rocky Point Best Real Estate..................480-478-4784 Rocky Point Gallery.......................................383-7174 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

or.......................................................(520) 777-0018 Sanborns Insurance........U.S. Toll Free 800-222-0158 Sandy Beach Massage....................044-638-384-4418 Santiagos Ocean Services...........................388-5318 or.......................................................(602) 324-9558 Satellite Services................................638-103-5317 Satisfied Frog................................638-383-1743 Sea of Cortez Adventures...................(928) 380-8619 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 Sonoran Autoservice.......................602-909-4864 or.......................................................638-382-5423 Sonoran Grill...............................................382-8089 Sonoran Property Inspection Services....(623) 200-8574 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 The New Mexican Restaurant..................638-690-1472 Tommy Thomas Home Inspections..044-638-110-4728 or.........................................................602-748-4134 Tourist Assistance Unit..................................382-8413 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 WCI Group................(638) 110-5730 / (480) 297-7818 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

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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

Jungle Juice (638) 107-1869

Cheiky’s Pizza 383-3627 Closed Wed.

Sushi Sun 383-2772

Cocina Express 383-8358 Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm Sun. 12pm-7pm FEDE’S 383-3419 (044-638) 100-5834 12pm-5pm, Closed Sun. Fit Vida Bistro 383-1992

Pedro's Restaurant (638) 105-5166

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

Pet Friendly

HOTELS

If you would like to bring your pet with you to Rocky Point, here are a few places you both will be welcome. Baja Hotel Matamoros and Campeche in El Mirador US dial (602) 559-1705 Local Phone (011-52-638) 383-6878 Local Fax (011-52-638) 383-7676 Fax Website www.hotelbaja.net Email bajahotel@gmail.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bella Vista Condo US dial (775) 287-3830 Email julwitnan@aol.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Casa de Carolina Campeche in El Mirador US dial (602) 412-3565 Local Phone (011-52-638) 383-5482 Email cdecpp@prodigy.net.mx Mail: PO Box 589, Lukeville, AZ 85341 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Hotel 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 MX: (638) 383-0302 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Casago Blvd. Benito Juarez, next to Little Cesars at the north end of town USA: 602 888 9109 MX: 52 (638) 383-1545 Website www.casago.com Email homesrentals@casago.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)

EVENTS CALENDAR NOVEMBER 2019 CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST EVENTS! JANUARY 2020 Saturday 2nd • Dia de Los Muertos • Mermaids Market Saturday 4th Arts & Crafts, Clothing • Mermaids Market & Gifts, Food & Drinks. Arts & Crafts, Clothing Shrimp Park Plaza 1st & Gifts, Food & Drinks. & 3rd Saturdays from Shrimp Park Plaza 1st 10-3pm. & 3rd Saturdays from 10-3pm. th Thursday 7 • 19th Annual Rocky Point Rally. Friday 8th • 19th Annual Rocky Point Rally. Saturday 9th • 19th Annual Rocky Point Rally. Sunday 10th • 19th Annual Rocky Point Rally. Monday 11th • Veterans Day (U.S.)

Saturday 18th • Mermaids Market Arts & Crafts, Clothing & Gifts, Food & Drinks. Shrimp Park Plaza 1st & 3rd Saturdays from 10-3pm. FEBRUARY 2020 Saturday 1st • FishBowl (Super Bowl wkend) tentative. • Mermaids Market Arts & Crafts, Clothing & Gifts, Food & Drinks. Shrimp Park Plaza 1st & 3rd Saturdays from 10-3pm.

Saturday 16th • Mermaids Market Arts & Crafts, Clothing & Gifts, Food & Drinks. Shrimp Park Plaza 1st th & 3rd Saturdays from Saturday 15 • Mermaids Market 10-3pm. Arts & Crafts, Clothing & Gifts, Food & Drinks. Monday 18th Shrimp Park Plaza 1st • Mexican Revolution Day & 3rd Saturdays from 10-3pm. DECEMBER 2019 Friday 6th • SADR - Cholla 250, visit www.racesadr. com for more info.

MARCH 2020 Saturday 7th • Mermaids Market Arts & Crafts, Clothing & Gifts, Food & Drinks. Shrimp Park Plaza 1st & 3rd Saturdays from 10-3pm.

Saturday 7th • SADR - Cholla 250, visit www.racesadr. com for more info. • Mermaids Market Arts & Crafts, Clothing APRIL 2020 & Gifts, Food & Drinks. Shrimp Park Plaza 1st Saturday 4th & 3rd Saturdays from • Season Finale Pirates 10-3pm. and Mermaids Extravaganza Saturday 21st • Mermaids Market • Mermaids Market Arts & Crafts, Clothing Arts & Crafts, Clothing & Gifts, Food & Drinks. & Gifts, Food & Drinks. Shrimp Park Plaza 1st Shrimp Park Plaza 1st & 3rd Saturdays from & 3rd Saturdays from 10-3pm. 10-3pm.

EVERYDAY 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). 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 AA - 7:00 pm Big Book Study open meeting 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 AA - 11:00 am Women's meeting open meeting Al-Anon meets at 11am. English meetings. (See pg. 42) 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. Latitude 31º - Card games and other games. Gringo Bingo at Colin's Cantina from 4pm - 6pm 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. 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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arlene Murray of Glendale is planning a winter getaway, and called for advice. She is comparing the merits of flying to Puerto Vallarta or driving to Rocky Point. MARLENE: Which would you do, Cap'n Greg? CAP'N GREG: If I was a little better off financially, I'd do both. MARLENE: Not a good answer. CAP'N GREG: Okay, what do you want to do on vacation? MARLENE: Relax, get some sun, wiggle my toes in the sand, splash in the surf, eat well and have enough margaritas to forget about my job, politics and the jerk boyfriend I just dumped. CAP'N GREG: Wowza. You really do need to get away. MARLENE: You have no idea. So, which one? CAP'N GREG: Vallarta is really a special place. Great beaches, nightlife, restaurants, lots of stuff to do. If you can get a flight/hotel package, it can be quite affordable. MARLENE: But isn't it crowded? CAP'N GREG: Can be. But any destination worth visiting

will be busy when the temps drop and the snow flies. MARLENE: I hear Rocky Point has a lot to offer, but it's so close I'd hate to run into someone I know. CAP'N GREG: It's a small world, Marlene. I can't guarantee you won't bump into an old acquaintance. But you'll find sun, sand, margaritas and ridiculously good food, and you'll avoid the airport experience. Also a big plus, the number of folks trying to sell you condo timeshares is much smaller than Vallarta. MARLENE: If I choose Rocky Point, will you show me around, Cap'n Greg? CAP'N GREG: Be glad to, Marlene. But I have to warn you that I am a happily married man. MARLENE: So was my exboyfriend. CAP'N GREG: Um. Well, then. Have a great time on your vacation, Marlene. MARLENE: Thanks so much for the help. Can I call you when I get to Rocky Point? Maybe get together, see what develops? I could use a strong shoulder to cry on. And I can be quite appreciative. Hello? Are you there? Cap'n Greg? Hello? CAP'N GREG: (DIAL TONE)

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Tamales, Tequila and Sombreros...Is it for you to look into Mexican Citizenship?

By Mark Paliscak

obble, gobble…it’s that time of year again to share and spread thanks and be grateful for all that we have in our lives! It is hard to believe that another holiday season is upon us. This surely is a great time of the year that I always look forward to…celebrations with family and friends during wonderful Thanksgiving dinners, followed by Santa and Christmas and one of my faves, New Year’s Eve! And, it is always awesome to celebrate these times at the beach in Rocky Point. Rocky Point has become very popular over the holiday season as people have more time to vacation and truly relax and many companies seem to have a bit of a slow down at this time of year, so hey let’s kick it at the beach! Over the last several months, I have been in the process of getting my Mexican permanent residency. I thought it would be cool to share some of the process and expectations in this journey. I will still be an American citizen but I have some plans in the future to spend more and more time in Mexico and specifically here in Rocky Point. Let’s back up a few years first…In 2012, there were several new laws introduced in Mexico aimed at simplifying the process of how to get residency in Mexico. Now in a matter of 3 months, it is possible to have your resident card! I highly recommend to hire a company that helps you navigate the process as it can get a bit confusing. Prior to the law changes, it was possible to enter Mexico on a 180 day Tourist Visa and then apply for a Mexico Residency Visa while in the country. Now, the new Mexico immigration law requires you to start the application in your country

of origin. Sooooooo, I contacted Veronica from S Advisors Real Estate Attorneys right here in Rocky Point at MX 638 388 9650 or US 602 824 8996…thank you my dear buddy Ann Melton for the excellent referral! Veronica helped me start the process on the American side. First, I needed to gather my passport, a photo (32mm x 26mm) frontal view in color with a white background, a $36 fee, proof of investment or bank statements for the last 12 months and obtain the Mexico permanent residency application which can be obtained by simply googling it or Veronica can send you a copy by email. I also brought along proof of ownership of my condo in Mexico to show I have been living part time in Mexico for the last 13 years. I then called the Mexican Consulate in Phoenix for an appointment. I brought down all of my documentation and fees to my appointment. The appointment only lasted about 20 minutes which consisted of a short interview…and I dressed to impress! Actually, it was August and I was in shorts and flip flops…I thought, how appropriate that I am in Rocky Point attire! During the interview, I was fingerprinted and I had to chuckle…geez, I wasn’t even speeding but there I was fingerprinting away to achieve my goal! I passed the interview and I am sure she thought I had something in my eye based on my incessant winking…you never know if it will help :)! I then received a 6 month temporary visa which like the name, was good for 6 months until I can receive my Permanent Residency Card. Ahhhh, progress!!!

Round 2 consisted of driving to Lukeville at the Arizona/Sonora border and obtaining my FMM which needs to say CANJE and be good for 30 days and pay an approximate $15 fee. I then had to take this down to Veronica at S Advisors and pay the $50 fee for the application and an approximate $250 attorney fee (the money is loosely translated as I had mostly dollars and Veronica helped me exchange the money at the bank into pesos). Veronica handled a lot of the paperwork up front by me filling out some simple questions on an application with her and sending copies of my passport and other documentation to her. As of this writing, I am now in process and then I have to go back to see Veronica in two weeks for the processing of the final document, my Mexico Permanent Residency Card! I will be sure and let you know how I finish up and will announce my party to celebrate with everyone :)!!! What are some of the advantages of permanent residency in Mexico? 1. Capital gains on homes- you may be eligible to reduce your tax liability on the sale of Mexican real estate. It is highly advised to seek advice from a Mexican attorney to help you with this. 2. INAPAM Senior Discount card-once you are a permanent resident, you can attain a Senior Discount Card so if you are 60 and over, you are eligible for discounts throughout the country. 3. National Healthcare Programs- you can opt into some of the healthcare programs that are available. 4. Bank account-as a permanent resident, you can open up a bank account which

makes paying utilities much easier. 5. Ability to work- you will need to obtain permission via the Immigration office and register with the Tax Administration service, but yes there is a path to employment legally. 6. Mexican driver’s license-you are now free to obtain a driver’s license from the state of Sonora. Whether you wish to live, work or relax in Mexico on a more permanent time frame, only you can decide if the path is right for you. If anyone needs more information, please reach out to me at mpaliscak@amerifirst.us or simply call Veronica at the phone number above. Season’s greetings to all and it starts later this month with THANKSGIVING. Let’s all be sure to thank those in our lives that have made a difference to us this past year. Once you start, it is sort of contagious… Well, in a good way . ADIOS AMIGOS, GOD BLESS Marco

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Tired of High CFE Electric Bills? Consider a Solar System to Power your Home.

By Joseph Sanchez President, Rocky Point Home Builders

olar technology has come along and is now affordable given the high costs of electricity in Mexico. Anybody who lives here full time has probably been victim of outrageously high electric bills that must be paid on-time or they will simply cut off your electricity. If you pay an electric bill every two months, you might be familiar with CFE’s infamous DAC tariff or commonly known locally as Tarifa DAC, that’s the surcharge the Comisión Federal de Electricidad or CFE applies to all households that consume more energy per month than they allow based on their national average. When you pass that limit your bill can be as much as 5-times more expensive than normal. For example, some of our clients who have passed the Tarifa DAC have received bills as high as $2000 for just a two-month period. Electricity in Mexico, unlike in the states or any other western

A 10kW solar system will consist of 31 solar panels each rated at 330 watts each, all the aluminum bases needed to support the panels, a 10kW inverter and the system shall be tied into your CFE meter.

country is very expensive, this makes installing a solar panel system that feeds into the CFE grid well worth the investment given that the prices for solar have been dramatically decreasing while the price for electricity goes up each year at a rate of 6%. By installing a solar power generating system you will freeze the cost of electricity by avoiding Tarifa DAC, you will pay the lowest price per kWh of energy available, you will produce and use your own energy instead of buying it from CFE and finally if you weren’t convinced enough yet you will become immune to the common energy rate increases that happen each year at an average of 6 percent. Here in Puerto Peñasco, the recommended and most popular sized solar system to power your home and feed the CFE grid when you consume less than what you produce is a 10kW system. This sized system is typically enough to power the home during the day, supply energy back to CFE earning credits back and the payback period is only around 2 to 3 years. In a typical household, power consumption can range between 9500 kWh to 11,500 kWh per year depending on the size of the home and its demand. A 10kW system can give you up to 12,500 kWh per year. When your home is not in use and/ or your consumption is lower than what you are producing, you will feed back into the CFE grid receiving credit for what you supply to the energy company. In the United States, an average 10kW solar system costs between $2.90 to $3.30 per watt of power. So that comes out to an initial price tag of $29-$33,000. But here in Mexico, the price per watt is dramatically less, around $1.90-$2.30 per watt of power or $19,000-$23,000 USD for the same quality equipment. Given the price per watt is so much less than in the US, your payback is much faster here, an average of 2 or

Since the price per watt is so much less than in the US, your payback is much faster here, an average of 2 or 3 years less than payback in the US.

3 years less than payback in the US. A 10kW solar system will consist of 31 solar panels each rated at 330 watts each, all the aluminum bases needed to support the panels and a 10kW inverter. The system shall be tied into your CFE meter and all necessary paperwork will be provided on your behalf to CFE to tie it into their system officially. All systems come with a 25-year warranty. The benefits are numerous especially if you rent your properties

out on the weekends because a solar system will add to your bottom line at the end of the year eliminating those high bills from renters who consume too much. For owners who live here full time on a fixed income, if you can afford the installation you will eliminate those surprise electric bills when you pass the Tarifa DAC level and pay five times more than usual. Now is the time to make the move so for more information about solar systems contact me at sales@ rockypointhomebuilders.com.

Here in Puerto Peñasco, the recommended and most popular sized solar system to power your home and feed the CFE grid when you consume less than what you produce is a 10kW system.

About the author: Joseph Sanchez is president of Rocky Point Home Builders a design/build contractor specializing in custom home design, construction and 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

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By Anita Kaltenbaugh

wenty-five years ago, from The Reef to where Playa Bonita sits today, I drove a quad in a black bathing suit across the empty sands of Sandy Beach. The memory is imprinted in my mind because I have an old photograph. You remember right? Photographs that you actually print out, not a pic stored on a phone. What do I remember? Beautiful weather, a completely empty beach, zero condominiums, few tourists, and a few dotted campsites at The Reef. Flying across the uncrowded sand I had no concept of what would develop on this huge piece of beach. How could I? I fell in love with Rocky Point that day and would have been shocked to know it would become my future. How could I have ever imagined when my father passed away, I would step away from a successful Corporate America career to follow a dream and move down to Mexico to live on the Sea of Cortez. A lot has happened between now and

then, and what I know for certain is this: more unimaginable things are yet to come. You can always bet on that. This November I find myself thinking about the past for several reasons. Not only has the month of November been my favorite for the weather, but fourteen years ago, in November, I met my husband during the Rocky Point Rally weekend. Thirteen years ago, I married him on the sandy beach in front of 150 of my friends and family in the warm November sun. Now this November before the 2020’s come roaring in, I find myself back down in Rocky Point 100% full-time, with a husband who is ready to become an expat and honor his promise to bring me back to Rocky Point. The biggest surprise of all? We are living in a condo at an unfinished project we both invested in 13 years ago. A property that everyone loved, with a magnificent beach, but an unfinished project no one believed would ever start up again. Esmeralda Luxury Resort is entering another phase and a re-grand opening. I know there are many questions out there, and, since I have a personal investment in the property, I interviewed Sarina Brown, the new project sales director for the inside scoop. WHY will this work this time? It’s a new beginning. A new developer, new sales staff, and a new concept. The new team is invested in a fresh start to

a present a project that will showcase a beautiful beachfront property. With a driven sales force behind the project, they are dedicated to achieving results that will shock and awe everyone. Right now, there is active construction and new closings with bank trusts in place.

tub and fitness center, and a restaurant La Joya del Mar which is now open for room service and Sandy Beach area delivery. The menu features pizza, tacos, wings, hamburgers, salads and breakfast. (I hear they make the most awesome carne asada pizza.)

WHEN is this happening? It’s happening now. Just as we see other brand new beautiful new projects such as Encántame Towers in Encanto Beach flourish and lure new buyers to our beautiful Sea of Cortez, the team at Esmeralda is excited to show the town and tourists, another stunning luxury finished project in Rocky Point. A finished project for the future, one to be proud of. On Saturday and Sunday November 9th and 10th, there is going to be a Phase Two Grand Opening Bloody Mary Bash, featuring an open house and a yummy Bloody Mary Bar from 9-2. If you ever wanted to check it out, stop by and view the condos and resort. Grand Opening Incentives include: 20-year Developer Financing at 6.9% and some excellent cash incentives as well.

WHO is doing this? Rocky Point Best, a real estate brokerage who just passed their third year in business in Rocky Point, is leading the charge. Sarina Brown, who is the new sales director, is invested professionally and personally as she owns a condo in Esmeralda and lives on the property. Sarina has been selling real estate in Rocky Point since 2013, and in the United States since 1996. Sarina states, “I purchased a condo in Esmeralda in 2013, and it’s been very exciting for me to join the team. I’m excited about our future, excited about the new community. I feel the future is bright and the best is yet to come.” I love the statement, “The Best is Yet to come”, it is one of my mother’s favorites and being a forever optimistic, I believe the best is coming… Like Journey states, “Don’t Stop Believing”. So, if you’re curious, want more details, have questions, then stop by and check out the sales models open 9-5 every day. If you would like to speak to someone in the office, from the states call 602-975-0424.

HOW is this happening? The sales office is open every day from 9-5. Models are open for viewing and units are being completed with successful home inspections and bank trusts. Amenities include a finished pool, an upcoming hot

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

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Ajo History Part V By Bryan Blow Owner, Ajo Satellite Sales

or those of you following my story, I did get the last extension before I had to go to military service, but this is ahead of my story. In the previous article I told you about putting the only channel available then on the cable TV system in Ajo, which was the 1st cable TV system in Arizona in 1952. After the first channel was successful, people would ask if another channel becomes available would we be able to add it as well. Sure, we said though we had no idea how we would be able to since it had never been done before. This was before satellites and even microwave. The way we found signals was to climb mountains lugging a tube TV set, a gas power plant and antennas. I carried the 17-inch TV set, Al carried the power plant and Red carried the antennas. You would think height would be the deciding factor as to who carried what, but it wasn't. At the cross on top of Camelback Mountain only Channel 9 would come in. Most of the channels came in on the ridge line but Channels 10 and 12 came in at a gully at the foot of the mountain. Also, we tried all kinds of antennas: They had antennas that were supposed to acquire all low band channels and ones that would acquire high band (high band in those days went from 7 to 13). We used antennas cut for the particular channel and found tying 4 together on the same channel gave the best combination. Channel 3 antenna was several times bigger than channel 13. Once you found a channel, and had enough signal, the next step was getting it to your head end and that meant a preamp and you wanted the best preamp you could find. I told you how lower signal traveled through the air and cable easier than high channels, but the heat was a killer. Electricity has heat so we tried things like putting the preamp in a

small fridge and hung it on the pole. All our amps in those days were tube and were not weatherproof. We measured the signal strength in dbs and every foot of cable used a certain amount, so the most popular cable in those days were RG11 for trunk and RG59 for going to the house. Channel 4 used about 3.5 dbs every hundred feet and channel 13 used about 6 every hundred feet. Our amplifiers put out about 35 db I believe – things get hazy after 65 years - but this way you calculated where the next amplifier went into the line. Since our amps were not weatherproofed we had a fellow who worked in the mine that made us boxes to put them in to hang from the telephone poles. This was all done on mine company time, and since everybody wanted TV, they let him. The rolls containing the cable were very heavy and when we got to an alley people would help us roll down the alley to get TV to their house. The manager of the telephone company also wanted TV and knew we did not have any money so he would give us the messenger wired to hold the cable on between telephone. When we would get low on wire, he would condemn an area and give us the wire. We also took our time getting near where he lived so we could keep getting the wire. We had to attach the cable to the wire, and I don't know if they made a lashing machine then or not, I don't think so, anyway we took electric black tape and would tape the wired to the cable. Red had bought some cable from a WWII junk yard that had very heavy cable and terrific characteristics. On Channel 13 we only lost 1.6 db per hundred feet and that really helped us when the UHF Channels came on the air. But there was one catch, we could not find any connectors to fit the larger cable so Red made something like a big pencil sharper and whittled it down to fit the RG connectors. Cable and amps cost us about a dollar a foot in those days. We had antennas on the ridge line and in the gully’s and used up a lot of land, especially since we also

used a Rombrick Antenna. This was a measurement that equaled a wavelength of the signal we tried to capture and Channel 5 for instance, probably used about 50 feet of land. It was made diamond shaped and we would put a telephone pole up for each corner to hold the copper wire - this did increase the signal some on some channels but mostly helped narrow the skipping that was possible in those days. For instance when we tried to get Channel 3 from phone in certain weather conditions we would get Channel 3 from Idaho a sometimes it would be as clear as being next door. Our amplifiers did not have regulated power supplies so any increases or drops in voltage made a difference on how much signal would go down the lines sometimes causing what we called windshield wipe, or sometimes drop to snow. We did not have automatic gain control so the temp of the weather would also give us problems. We tried to regulate mostly from our head end, up the signal when hot and drop when it cooled off. Lots of trips up and down the mountain. I want to give credit here to a man who really lived up to his word: To get the land we needed he gave us 120 acres on Camelback Mountain and all he asked for it was free TV and we shook hands on it and as we added customers and channels he never went back on his word. I think it was over 25 years before I bought it from him. His name was Tom Alley and he owned the pool hall downtown and became a county supervisor and the town courthouse is named after him. You don't find people like that very often. To be continued…

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so our graphic designer, Betty, put together this great cover celebrating all of the fantastic people that make this paper interesting. We very much appreciate our contributing writers and wanted to show them a little love this anniversary. I do have a great experience to tell you about: It’s actually about getting a speeding ticket in Sonoyta… crazy,right? I was about a mile from the border where I thought the speed limit was 60 km/h so I was going 64. Well, it is not. It is 40 km/h. I know it changes all through town, but I honestly did think it was 60 on that stretch of the road. Looking back, I did notice that coming into Mexico there are speed limit signs, but I didn’t see any from the Circle K to the U.S. border – so just go 40 km/h. So anyway, the cop pulled me over and showed me his radar gun and it read 63 – so they are accurate. He was extremely polite explaining that I was speeding and that he was going to write me a ticket. Obviously, I was in the wrong, so I didn’t argue, and he was very professional and straight forward. He asked for my license, went back to his truck, wrote me a ticket and then explained that he would take my license down to the police station and when I paid the fine, I would get my license back. He did say that if I paid it that day then it was half price. I told him I did not remember where the police station was (yes, I have been there before) and he offered for me to follow him there. Funny thing…he was going 50+ as I was following him….hmmmmm. So, I parked behind him outside the station, went in and paid my ticket. All of the infraction fees were posted in plain sight, the cashier spoke pretty good English and the was easy peasy. The police officer told me he did give me a “lesser” infraction so the fine would not be as much. It would’ve been $1000 pesos had I waited to pay, but was $500 since I paid it that same day. They only accept cash so keep that in mind. I paid, he gave me my license and a receipt and I was out of there in no time. I would say the entire thing set me back 20 minutes and it was really no hassle at all. I was super, super pleased that the policeman was professional and did things by the book. Funny, the whole experience was worth the $500 pesos just so I could tell you the story…though I will try not to speed through there again. Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving and see you in Rocky Point!

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Short Shorts of All Sorts! 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.

Mermaid's Market Returns for 2019/2020 Season If you happen to be in town on a weekend of the Mermaid Market, plan to attend. It is the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine, pick up a freshly made Bloody Mary and walk around the park to enjoy and purchase items made by local artists and crafters. Lovely jewelry, clothing, knickknacks, delicious chocolates from " chocolate lady" , and beautiful photography are just a few of the great items. Fun place to meet up with friends and catch up. Also, with so many locals there, you can always find out the happenings around town. We've always been able to pick up unique gifts for friends back home. Parking is easy and shopping is stress free. Its perfect!

Rocky Point Rally 2019 is Just Around the Corner The Rocky Point Rally was started in 2001 by local businessman Oscar Palacio Soto and a group of friends after they rode to Laughlin, Nevada, for the motorcycle rally there. Once home, they decided that what Laughlin could do they could do better. The organizers agreed from the start that bikers coming to their new rally would be encouraged to register, and that the registration funds would be used to help support the Red Cross and other local charities. What was then a new rally is now a well-established and successful event, with nearly 10,000 attendees in 2018. This year, Rocky Point Rally turns 19. It's that time again. Time to begin thinking about throwing the passport in the saddlebag...

Sea Turtles Laying Eggs on Rocky Point Beaches Each year around this time, mother sea turtles arrive from the sea and bury their eggs on beaches around Rocky Point. Many of these eggs will not survive if left alone, especially in areas frequented by beach-going humans. For that reason it is important not to disturb the mother turtles or the eggs. If you witness a nest or a mother turtle laying her eggs, give a wide berth to them and report the location. In one recent discovery pictured above, 101 sea turtle eggs were rescued by PROFEPA biologist, Itzel Cardenas, with support from ZOEFMAT and agents from the Tourist Assistance Unit. At the time of this photo, three nests had been rescued so far this year totaling 280 eggs which were moved into incubator’s so that they can spawn and return to the sea.

New $200 Peso Bill Features Rocky Point Area Landmark The Mexican Federal Government has issued a new $200 peso bill which has been released and is now being circulated. Changing currency and releasing new bills is nothing very spectacular in itself, but this bill actually has real significance to those of us who live in or frequent Puerto Peñasco. The back of this bill features our very own Pinacate Biosphere Reserve. Now people in all of Mexico will get a small glimpse of the beautiful area that we are privileged to have in our own back yard.

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ou're just about to leave for that trip you've been planning for ages. Everything is ready. The hotels are booked, the flights are confirmed and your itinerary is planned. But there's this nagging feeling that you've forgotten something. How's your passport doing? For those to whom the horror of horrors occurs ("What? It expired last month!?"), FedEx now offers a service that will get you a new passport in just 24 hours. In partnership with the service RushMyPassport, FedEx is now offering the speediest solution to the most anxietyprovoking of international travel situations. Those who need a new passport, like yesterday, can stop into one of 2,000 FedEx locations across the country or visit FedEx's website to register for a new document. The service includes updated passport photos, rushed new passports or renewals, children's' passports and replacing lost, stolen or damaged passports. "Routine passport processing can take weeks, which can mean the difference between enjoying that dream vacation you've spent months planning or canceling it," Mosie Miller, CEO of RushMyPassport, said in a statement. "You also have to factor in the possibility of issues with documents you finally receive in the mail, causing further delays and even more headaches. The combined service offering of RushMyPassport and FedEx Office helps travelers overcome these issues, giving a smooth and secure way to handle passport needs." The service includes the ability to track the passport throughout the process, government-compliant photos and 24/7 help from passport specialists. Although, be warned: the service does not come cheap. To process a new passport application within 24 hours, FedEx charges $449. Rushed shipping could cost $90 for inbound and outbound, according to the FedEx website. And that does not include the $170 fee from the federal government. So to get your new passport within 24 hours, you'll likely pay about $700 for it. Last month, the U.S. State Department increased its standard passport processing time from four to six weeks to six to eight weeks. 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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Tia Katy’s Corner November 2019 By Kathleen Duncan

aving the opportunity to graduate from high school is something that many of us take for granted in the U.S. However, it is not something that goes unappreciated in this community. I have been amazed to learn how many families here do not have the resources necessary for their children to attend high school. I have been even more surprised to learn how many families are not able to send their children even to grade school due to lack of resources. As a parent, I honestly cannot imagine having to choose between meeting my family’s basic needs and sending my kids to school. Learning how many families here are faced with that decision is what motivated me to start a program to

help more young people here have the chance to go to school and succeed academically. Over the past three years, as we have grown from supporting 72 students to almost 600 students, I have received many incredibly emotional messages of gratitude from our students and their parents. Quite honestly, when I find myself exhausted wondering if I can keep working harder than I have ever worked at anything in my life, these words keep me going. I have often found myself wishing that others could also hear directly from these families what this program means to them. Since it is November and Thanksgiving is upon us thought I would share a couple of the messages of thanks we have received from families we support. From a mother of four boys who, along with her husband, works full time. Unfortunately together they earn only about $80

USD a week which is not enough to keep all four boys in school: “I always tell my boys, the only thing that will bring you a better life is education. Now that we are in this program we feel as if we matter. We no longer have to choose between sending our kids to work or to school. Thanks to you and thanks to God this is no longer our case. We cannot thank you enough for this opportunity.” A single mother of two boys who works full time cleaning houses. Three years ago her oldest son was a straight ‘A’ high school student faced with dropping out his senior year due to lack of funds. Thanks to our support, he has now graduated from high school and is in his second year of college studying engineering:

A sweet note I received from an 8 year old student

A beautiful poem I received from one of our older students

“I am so grateful to you honestly. In other places there is no support like this. That is why so many here grow up without finishing their education. Many times they don’t even have the money to buy a single pencil and that is the sad truth. I feel great now knowing that my son can continue his education and is preparing for the future. He doesn’t have to be like so many of us here working for little money and with no hope for a better life." From an eight year old who attends one of our homework clubs:

Hugs from our students are one of the best gifts I receive

“Tia Katy, thank you so much for all of the help and support you give us and the time you dedicate to each child in this club. We love you very much.” And now my message of thanks: “This Thanksgiving I am incredibly thankful for the many donors and volunteers who have joined me in this effort to give kids from this community hope for a better future through education.” If you would like to make a one-time donation or sponsor a student in our program go to www. stepsoflove.org

A handmade gift I received from one of our grade school students

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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.

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

COMING FROM PHOENIX

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.

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

U.S. AIRPORTS (CLOSEST)

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.

Phoenix, Tucson & Nogales, AZ

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

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. 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

All parties are taken to the police station where you 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.

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

All fines are to be paid at the main police station

PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED

ACCIDENTS CON’T

ACCIDENTS If you are involved in a (nondeath) accident in Mexico, you are considered at fault until proven otherwise.

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

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: 3915 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85711 (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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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 entrance 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.

SEMAR (MARINE SEARCH AND RESCUE) SECRETARIA DE MARINA - ARMADA DE MEXICO Located in the Marina 638-383-1691 01-800-627-4621 Channel 16 VHF Frecuency 2182 MHZ sarmarina@semar.gob.mx

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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"Making Rocky Point a better place to be an animal" Quote By Lannette Phipps

appy Thanksgiving! It is getting cooler in Rocky Point and will try to keep the animals warm during the fall and winter. We have stopped taking in dogs as there are several groups now rescuing dogs. We are the only group rescuing cats and are overflowing. I have Parkinson’s and it is difficult to care for them. We have a few dogs and A LOT of cats…Siamese, tiger, white, orange etc. All sizes and they are all spayed and neutered and have all of their shots. If you would please consider adopting a cat – and want to come by and pick yours out or take a look at them please call for an appointment, due to my health. Luis is here at 4:30 until 6:00 for donations. We desperately need dry cat food, Friskies canned cat food and non-clumping kitty litter. We use Kirkland dog and cat food, but any good brand is appreciated. Small cat beds and litter pans are also needed. I want to thank everyone who has helped make Rocky Point safer for the

animals. It has been 19 years since we started, and many friends have passed. It did take a village, but we paved the way for new groups to start up and they are doing a great job. If anyone would like to open a cat sanctuary in Rocky Point, it is badly needed. Please consider adopting a cat or two. It is going to be difficult finding a home for them by summer. Also, we are selling the 2009 Joiner ATV TR 110, overhead rack, overhead lights, security lock,2 coolers attached,5 harness seat belts, new tires, goes 60mph, big engine. Asking $8,000.00 Or make offer. Need money for the animal care. Call Nancy 383 1012 or 602 412 3932. Vehicle is in Rocky Point.

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

By Vince Deadmond

s a fly fisher I am always looking for a better fly to entice a fish to eat my latest offering. So, I am often changing colors of the three basic flies that I use the most often. Three flies that I would recommend for Puerto Peñasco fly fishing would be, a Clouser Minnow, Gotch'a, and a Deceiver. Fly fishing is not intuitive, and anyone who has mastered it has had help along the way. A YouTube video may be a good place to start, and working with a friend who has mastered some basics will get you started. Getting a lesson from a fly fishing guide will improve your learning curve on casting. Once you can cast you are ready to fish. I would recommend that if you are an absolute saltwater fly fishing beginner you may want to

fish with someone who has some fly fishing skills. It's kind of like patting your head while rubbing your tummy, not difficult, but it requires some thought. One thing good about starting your saltwater fly fishing journey in Puerto Peñasco, you don't need a fishing license when you are fishing from shore or in a pontoon boat. You will need some gear that is meant for saltwater. An eight weight fly rod (generally heavier than a trout rod) with a sinking line would be a good place to start. Now that we have said goodbye to summer, October and November are really the best months for a fly fishing adventure. The water is still warm and the fish are hungry. One can wet wade and fish from shore and have some expectations of catching fish. Places I would recommend: Mirador Beach, the first estuary, the second estuary, la Cholla. The Jetty if you have access to a pontoon boat or kayak, the rocks are slippery.

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

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BARB’S DOG RESCUE NEWSLETTER An Invitation to Get Involved By Bo & Linda Bernard

November Blessings ur blessing began three years ago when, responding to the big yellow billboard, we stopped by Barb’s Dog Rescue to drop off some dog food and see if there was some way we could help. It is surprising how one day can change your life so dramatically. Three years later, we still fall in love with the dogs at the Rescue. More importantly, we continue to admire and be inspired by the selfless work of Barbara Mumaugh, the Rescue’s founder. For over 17 years, seven days a week, sometimes 24 hours a day, Barb has been there for the countless, once homeless, often sick or injured dogs under her care. She has spent her savings and devoted her life to this cause. Watching her on a day-to-day basis leads one to ask, “If she can devote all this, what small thing can I do?” We are certainly not the only ones to be inspired by Barb’s passion. Recently, this beautiful tribute was posted on the Rescue’s Facebook page. It was written from the perspective of one of her rescued dogs.

my body and also my wounds. You gave me what I needed; a new beginning. When I was afraid at night, you were always there, with soft words, a caress, a hug. When I misbehaved, you only showed me love. You took care of me and you loved me in illness and in health. You always gave me so much love that I wanted to stay by your side, but you always told me although it hurts to say goodbye, you have to be adopted and find your own family. I didn’t understand why I had to go with strangers to a place I didn’t know. But, when my day of being adopted and going to my forever home arrived, I understood how wonderful it is to have a family that loves you and takes care of you for the rest of your life. And I know that the space I leave will be filled with another dog who needs to be rescued. Thank you for helping us when we were invisible to so many people. Thank you for giving us love and caring for us for as long as we needed you, and for making sure we would have the best forever homes possible. Thank you for giving us so much love, dear Mother. We love you and we appreciate what you do for us every day. We, at Barb’s, have many blessings to count this year. We are thankful for all who have opened their hearts and their homes to adoption, have contributed food, supplies, money, or made purchases through Amazon Smile. We are thankful to those who purchased BDR t-shirts and calendars, and to those who made Barb’s the recipient of their annual philanthropies. Barb’s is forever indebted to the continued generosity of our sponsors, our dedicated staff and our many volunteers. We could not continue the good work we do without your support. And for that, we are grateful and thankful 365 days a year.

I only remember the pain of being hit, the days without food or water. They left me to die in the streets. You were driving on the road when you saw my fragile silhouette. You got out of the car and knelt before me. My trembling body felt the gentlest of hands. I was afraid, but I knew you wouldn’t hurt me. In your heart, in your home, there is always a place for those who face certain death. You healed Please visit us online at http://www.facebook.com/BarbsDogRescue or our website: www.BarbsDogRescue.org or Barb’s Mexico cell: (638) 114-1659 or U.S. cell: (602) 774-1578 Email: barbsdogrescue@gmail.com

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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

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Welcome Open AA Meetings at South of the Border Passport Club Location: Directly across from Granada del Mar Hotel South of Sinaloa st., where the road ends and the sea begins at the office of Oc3an View Ministry. Schedule: M-W-F 10AM Women's Recovery AA/Al-Anon Open Meeting Thursday at 11AM Contact Conrado at 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 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.

AMPI 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: Joseph Toland Vice President: Rommel Bustamante Secretary VP Communications: Robin Miller Treasurer: Rebecca Palomino Legal: Ricardo Borquez VP Education: Gretchen Ellinger VP Events: Jorge (George) Bravo VP Ethics: Kyle Woods For Inquiries, please contact: Luisa Federico, AMPI Administrator email: luisa.ampi51@gmail.com AMPI Phone: 638-388-0006

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.

BUNCO BABES

Beverly Luna (505) 565-5138 or MX (638) 388-7766 Crystal Renner MX CELL (044-638) 384-6743 or (520) 505-6880 The Ladies Bunco is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 3:30 P.M. at Guiseppi's Rest. The Mixed (Men and Ladies) Bunco is on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:45 P.m. at Latitude 31 Rest.

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: Elia Neyda Javalera Chavez

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

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.

CEDO CON’T

COORDINACION DE SALUD MUN.

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

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. 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, Nancy Schmidly, Chuck Blair, Marlene Blair Connie Horton, Kelley Adams, Dave Adams, Theresa Orcutt

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.

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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: 638-102-0514 Cellphone: (044-638) 091-65 Call for directions Shelter providing housing, food and care for those addicted to drugs and alcohol. Donations needed all year long.

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.

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

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

(Weekend Missions) Be part of something bigger than yourself! We provide a 3-day international missions trip for less than $150 per person. Includes lodging and all meals. We are a Christian Ministry. However, anyone is welcome to join us in serving the RP Community. Volunteers needed at Mission Villa Granada for maintenance, cleaning, cooking, church building upkeep, marketing, or anything you love to do. We are located at the former Villa Granada Hotel, 2 blocks east of El Pollo Lucas. Visit Weekendmissions.com, email pva@cox. net or call Carmen (638) 103-4336 or Vincent (602) 696-3288.

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

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

LIONS CLUB

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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.

We are a Mexican non-profit hosting mission groups; bringing aid and comfort to families and the displaced. Our Community Center is located on Kino Blvd at Francisco Madero. We accept clothing, current dated dry food items, new children’s toys, school supplies, household goods, furniture, tools and construction materials. From our thrift store sales we fund all aspects of our ministry; these include: our dinner, fun free family events, community

construction opportunities, and ministries at rehab centers. Hours of Operation at our Community Center: Thrift Store: Tues. thru Sat. 12-5 Our Dinner, serving free food: Tues. & Thur. 1-2 Free Fun Family events: scheduled throughout the year watch for them on FBoc3anviewminisry Please come join us. For information about serving opportunities at Our Dinner, Thrift Store, Mission Groups, Fun Free Family events, construction projects and rehab center ministries go to: www.oc3eanviewministry.com Conrad Flores, President and Founder oceanviewministry@gmail.com US: 480-264-1172 MX: 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) 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.

RED CROSS (CRUZ ROJA)

SANTA CLAUS CLUB

Business Phone: 383-2266 www.cruzrojapenasco.org.mx

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.

EMERGENCY DIAL 911 OR 060 Monetary donations can be made in person, to the Red Cross people with their cans out when you see them in the street or you may deposit directly into their account: Banamex Acct# 7661161 SUC. 472 Located on Blvd. Fremont, across from the Fire Department (Bomberos) SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE The Red Cross offers its services free of charge to the general public. They handle a number of minor injuries such as stings, bites, cuts, sprains, broken bones, etc. They have ambulance service and offer their services 24 hours a day. They work with local doctors and clinics to provide emergency care for patients with more serious injuries. They operate solely on donations, so please donate when you can. They are always in need of medical supplies, crutches, wheelchairs, etc. You may drop off donations at the Red Cross or at the office of the Rocky Point Times. The Red Cross can fill Portable Oxygen Tanks with prior notice.

REHABILITATION CENTER 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

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

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

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

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN

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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 Contact: Deb Turner (638) 386-8645 (520) 906-3096 trnrrck@yahoo.com Barbara Olszewski rpbarbo@gmail.com (602) 324-9529 / (638) 114-2406

ROTARY CLUB PUERTO PEÑASCO MAR DE CORTÉS

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

2 FISH MINISTERIOS Founder: Pastor Stan Tedrow Peñasco Christian Fellowship Melchor Ocampo & Tecla Bustamante Donations accepted and welcomed at the Felowship Monday Friday 8AM - 2PM 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

President: Shandra Keesecker Secretary: Oscar Palacio Soto

Meetings: Wednesdays 8 am @ Don Julio in the Old Port

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.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL 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.

Centro de Rehabilitación para Mujeres La Esperanza A.C. “Recovery starts with HOPE” Director: Ana Krausse (638) 102 – 0869 Cel (638) 103-3712 Email: laesperanzampp@outlook.com Capacity to house 16 women of different ages, the center helps them change their lives and reincorporate themselves into society once again. The center is open to every woman in need. Daily needs; food, clothing, toiletries, cleaning supplies, and monetary donations to pay for utilities. The women at the center support themselves and family with hand crafts available for sale at the center. How to get there: From Blvd. Samuel Ocaña, turn north at sign on Pto. Ensenada. Go 10 blocks and then 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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Day of the Dead - Dia de los Muertos

ay of the Dead, also known as Dia de Muertos in Spanish is one of the biggest celebrations of the year. It's originally a Mexican holiday which lasts for 3 days from 31 October to 2 November. In recent years the Day of the Dead has gained more popularity in other countries as well, especially in the United States, which has a significant number of Mexicans living in the country. It's also widely celebrated in Latin America. What is Day of the Dead? The Day of the Dead is an ancient celebration in Mexico where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives. It's believed that they can pass over from the world of the dead into the world of the living on this day. The celebration goes on for 3 days in total with decorated altars, parades, food, and public gatherings. It's a celebration of life and a time to remember and honor the dead. What Happens on the Day of the Dead? Dia de los Angelitos This marks the beginning of the Day of the Dead celebrations, usually before midnight on 1 November. The first day is dedicated to deceased children, and it is believed that their souls can rejoin their families for 24 hours. Día de los Difuntos On the following night, the celebrations shifts from children to deceased adults. The ofrendas of the adults usually features tequila, pan de Muerto, atole and personal items as well as photographs. This night is often a familycelebration filled with lots of joy and stories about the loved ones who've passed away.

Dia de Muertos The last day (2 November) features the biggest celebrations in Mexico and worldwide with parades and public celebrations. Dia de Muertos is the grand finale where people gather in the streets to celebrate and honor the dead. On this day, it's also common to visit cemeteries which have been decorated as well.

Where is the Best Place to Celebrate the Day of the Dead? Oaxaca is one of the best places in Mexico to experience the Day of the Dead as a foreigner. Mexico City has become famous for its Day of the Dead parade, even though it's a new innovation it has millions of people attending in recent years. In Merida and the Yucatan Peninsula, the Day of the Dead celebrations are known as Hanal Pixan, which is a Mayan tradition meaning "Feast for the souls". In Aguascalientes, you can see the annual Festival de las Calaveras, which is a grand parade that celebrates Dia de Muertos. San Miguel de Allende is one of the best small towns to celebrate dia de muertos as a foreigner. The festival is known as La Calaca and consists of a four-day festival where ancient traditions and celebrations are being preserved and observed. The Origins of the Dia de los Muertos There is no exact date when Dia de Muertos was first celebrated, but the tradition is believed to have originated from the Aztec and Toltec people who saw mourning the dead as disrespectful. Death was seen as just another part of the cycle of life, and the dead were believed to still be a part of their community. On the Day of the Dead, it was believed that they could once again return to the world of the living. Day of the Dead, better known as Dia de Muertos in Mexico is a 3-day celebration with ancient origins dating back more than 2000 years. In 2008 it was recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. The Day of the Dead is a joyful celebration in honor of the departed

souls where it's believed that the dead can come back for 24 hours to join their relatives in the world of the living. There are some regional differences since Mexico isn't a homogenous country, but most celebrations will include an ofrenda (altar), Calaveras (skulls), and Calacas (skeletons). Families will often reminisce about the lives of the departed souls, and it's a time of laughter and good old memories, rather than mourning. The Dia de Muertos celebration often includes a visit to the cemeteries, and the gravestones will be decorated as well. On the last day, the whole town or city will gather in public to celebrate together by dancing and playing music.

and tie are commonly worn as well in addition to skeleton gloves.

Day of the Dead vs. Halloween In the United States and other parts of the world, these two holidays are often mixed up. But the fact is that they don't really have much in common at all, other than that they occur around the same date. Halloween has a focus on darkness and warding off evil spirits and originally comes from pagan celebration among Celtic Tribes, whereas the Day of the Dead is honoring their dead relatives and rejoins with their souls on a joyous occasion.

Who is La Calavera Catrina? La Catrina was a satirical portrait by Jose Guadalupe Posada which depicts a female skeleton wearing only a hat. He called it Calavera Garbancera, and it was a commentary on the European sophistication in Mexico. "Todos somos calaveras" is a famous quote by Posada, meaning "we are all skeletons". Since then, La Calavera Catrina has become the symbol of death in Mexico and an icon of the Dia de Muertos. The local artist Diego Rivera completed his famous mural "Sueño de una Tarde Dominical en la Alameda Central" in 1947, which depicted La Catrina Calavera with a body wearing an elegant outfit.

Meaning of the Sugar Skulls The Sugar skull, also known as Calavera represents the departed soul. They are placed on the ofrenda or gravestone to honor their return to the world of the living. How to Dress for Day of the Dead Dia de Muertos is not about looking scary or sexy, so if you want to dress properly to join the day of the dead celebrations in Mexico, you should wear something with cheerful colors. If you're a woman go for a dress that is long and flowing with vibrant colors or floral patterns. A traditional Mexican style dress, such as a Puebla dress is a great choice. If you're a man and want to dress for day of the dead, you can wear a shirt and long pants or a suit (even better if it has skeleton print). A hat

Day of the Dead Face Paint If you're visiting Mexico or a city with many Mexicans, there will be plenty of people offering to do the classic Day of the dead face paint that turns you into a skeleton. This is recommended in order to keep it authentic and respectful. What is an ofrenda? The ofrenda is the altar and offerings dedicated to the departed souls. Every ofrenda include four elements: water, wind, earth, and fire. The families will also place objects and foods that the deceased person loved when they lived.

Do you say Happy Day of Dead? There is no proper greeting for this holiday and you wouldn't say "happy day of the dead" to the living because the celebration is all about the dead. Some families will put up signs in their homes saying "Bienvenid a Casa" which means welcome home. Common Foods of Day of the Dead Sopa Azteca, Chalupas, Tamales, and Red Pozole are some of the Mexican food which are commonly eaten on the Day of the Dead. The families will also prepare the favorite foods of the departed souls and place them on the ofrenda. Pan de Muerto is of course also prepared and eaten, literally meaning "bread of the dead".

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WHY BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME AT

LAGUNA SHORES RESORT?

No doubt you want to build your dream home in a beautiful, secure and serene community surrounded by the natural beauty of the Sea of Cortez, its estuaries and the Sonoran Desert. Well, that's exactly what you'll get here at Laguna Shores Resort, plus so much more. Located just 15 minutes north of town, Laguna Shores is close enough to the city to enjoy everything Rocky Point has to offer, yet far enough away not to be bothered by crowded beaches, traffic, and noise. We are a master-planned beachfront community in Rocky Point and at the time when many developments came to a halt, we never stopped building, adding infraestructure and bettering our community. Laguna Shores Resort features low-density housing that features all underground utilities, beautiful landscaping, streetlights, paver stone roads, and our own desal and water reclamation plant not to mention numerous amenities. Besides our beautiful community, infraestructure, and amenities, when you build a home with us at Laguna Shores Resort you can expect deadlines to be met, high-quality finishes and workmanship, and for us to stand behind every custom home we build. Our whole team is on site, so we don't disappear once your home has been built. Being a homeowner at Laguna Shores has so many advantages: Not only will you enjoy a peaceful environment, but you can also make use of our numerous amenities. Our brand new 2-story restaurant, Infusion del Golfo, run bye Chef Tony Acuña, is rapidly becoming Rocky Point's favorite new dinner dining experience. The restaurant feautures a great wine list as well as cuisine that will delight your palate - there is no other restaurant like it in Rocky Point. Infusion del Golfo features breakfast and lunch and you can choose to dine downstairs or upstairs, indoors or out. You have a view into the kitchen from anywhere in the restaurant and chef Tony features a "Chef's Table" inside the kitchen where you will be personally attended to by him. Infusion also features an outside lounge area on the 2nd floor and it is a great place to socialize, enjoy happy hour or dine and take in a beautiful sunset. During the day you can make use of our kayaks, paddleboards and beach bicycles as well as our pools, games room, gym, kid's playground, palapa bar, beach cabana beds and swings, and palapas. Play some hoops, tennis, volleyball or tetherball or go clamming and exploring the estuary. Enlist the services of our on-site spa for a relaxing massage, facial, pedicure or manicure. And coming soon we will have an on-site convenience store located next to our offices at the front gate along the Coastal Highway. Laguna Shores Resort has so much to offeer and the carries over to types of lots and home construction: Choose from a variety of lots from beachfront to 2-story lots, large, Phase I and Phase II - in all price ranges. And our custom home package deals are unbeatable. We will work with you to build your dream home within your budget. So, why would you consider building your dream home anywhere else? Come out and see why our community is the best in Rocky Point and start building your future.

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WHW event will benefit rehab center and shelter

By Cholla Charli

magine feeling desperate for a way to protect and care for your children when you have no family to help. Imagine facing that challenge when you are struggling with addiction. Women in Puerto Peñasco who are victims of domestic violence and/or addiction have found help at Nueva Creacion, the only rehabilitation center and shelter in Peñasco for women and their children. It is a humble facility run by Director Guadalupe Arreola de Soto and her husband Gregorio Soto who work tirelessly to make sure the women and their children have what they need to survive and build a new life. The Soto’s efforts are about to get a boost. The center has been selected as the beneficiary of the second annual Women Helping Women Benefit Breakfast on Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. at Cielito Lindo

restaurant in the Sonoran Sky. The group has garnered business and individual sponsors whose donations will go directly to the shelter. (See the end of this article for a full list of sponsors.) The benefit breakfast will feature a raffle, and a live and silent auction to raise additional funds. Among the items up for bid are artwork, decorator items, gift baskets, Sandy Beach condo weekends, rounds of golf, a fishing excursion for four and much more. One of the premier live auction items is a day-sail or sunset cruise for up to 18 people aboard “Tempo,” Del Mar Charters’ catamaran with Captain Oscar and 2 VIP BACKSTAGE PASSES to Circus Mexicus 2020. The elegant breakfast will be set against a backdrop of the Sea of Cortez with a guitar and vocal serenade by Mario Mariscales. Special prices will be available for mimosas and bloody Marys’, and breakfast will include a fruit cup, eggs with bacon, potatoes, pancake and coffee, for just $20 per person. The proceeds from the breakfast will provide money for food, toiletries, school supplies, clothing, gas and electricity, medical emergencies, repair and maintenance of the facility and more. Nueva Creacion asks that residents pay 2,000 pesos a month for their food and shelter. Many cannot pay but none is turned away. Guadalupe and Gregorio find ways

to provide, getting help from DIF and from local businesses.

When they first came to Peñasco from Hermosillo, they were already affiliated with Nueva Creacion church which exists in several Mexico cities. After two years of struggling to create a shelter, they were given two plots of land by the city, one for a men’s shelter and one for women. In 2005 they built a shelter for men and in 2006 they constructed a simple building with a thatch roof for women and children and began

to add on as materials and funds were available. Today the women’s shelter houses 11 women and 10 children ranging from babies to teens. These families would be on the street if it weren’t for Nueva Creacion, which is a legally established non-profit institution. Business and individual sponsors who have contributed $250 or more going directly to the shelter include: Tekila Bar, Manny's, Shark Bite, Cornerstone Properties (Phoenix, AZ), Boo Bar, La Spa de Peñasco, AJ'S Tire Service (Tucson), Mr. Marty Alper, Max's Restaurant, JJ's Cantina, Chango’s, Bandito’s, Farmer Insurance The Eghtesadi Agency (Tucson), B&C RV and Marine Service (Tucson), JVR Contracting (Phoenix), Garufa Steakhouse, Casago, Portugal Insurance, Kaffehaus, Zagas. Also supporting the event with donations in-kind are Rocky Point Times and Cielito Lindo Restaurant. Tickets are available at the Tekila Bar, the Rocky Point Times or by e-mailing Women Helping Women founder and chairman Nancy Britos at WHWpenasco@ hotmail.com. WHW Benefit Breakfast committee members who have made this event possible are also selling tickets. They are: Kathy VanHolton, Sylvia Cox, Carol Roberson, Joan LeBun, Dana Ryan, Jerri Jessop, Candace Garvey and Nancy Britos.

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Sonoran Resorts Las Vegas Night Donations Continue

ast month, we were able to deliver two more donations from the proceeds collected at our Las Vegas Night for Charity event, held every July. The photo above is donation to the Puerto Peñasco Dialysis Center. This was made possible with the help of the Puerto Peñasco Rotary Club, who helped to sell several tickets to the event. We were given a tour of the very modern facility, where they have the capacity to perform dialysis on three patients simultaneously. There are two regular dialysis "stations" and one which is isolated and can be used for special cases and emergencies. This facility is not government funded and relies heavily on donations. If you or someone you know has been affected by kidney disease, you know very well how important it is to keep this facility running. Let me know if you would like to help them directly in any way and I will put you in touch with the right person.

Mark and Barb Olszewski (unfortunately Mark was unavailable for the photo) started Adopt-AClassroom over a decade ago and they have been helping local kids with every aspect of staying in school ever since. This very worthy cause can always use some extra help. Next time you're shopping, please consider picking up a few packs of pencils or notebooks. The school kids always need things like rulers, erasers, glue sticks, folders, etc. Feel free to drop your items at any of our Sonoran Resorts sales office and we'll be sure that it gets to Mark and Barb so that they can distribute everything to those who need it. Or, just send Barb an email directly and let her know what you can do to help. Here is her email address: rpbarbo@ gmail.com. The donation for Adopt-AClassroom helped to provide backpacks and school uniforms for many of the students here in Puerto

Peñasco who would otherwise be unable to buy them. School uniforms are required, and they are normally not provided by the schools so there are instances where, as unbelievable as it seems to most in the USA, there are students who cannot attend classes because they do not have the uniform required. For anyone who's keeping track, we still have one donation to go but it has not been coordinated as of yet. After all donations, ticket sales, and additional chips and raffle ticket sales at the event, our total donation came very close to $7,000 dollars. For anyone who has been keeping track, here's the breakdown so far: $3,500 DIF School Scholarship Fund $1,000 Peñasco Dialysis Center $700 Steps of Love $700 Adopt-A-Classroom

Stay tuned for next month's newsletter, at which time I hope to have all the information on the final donation to share with you. Finally, and even if I sound like a broken record, I want to send a huge thank you to all who donate their time, energy and resources to continue to make the event possible and also to everyone who attends the event and supports our efforts to give something back to the community that has been so good to us for so many years.

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Cristeros (Soldiers of Christ) By Rosarie Salerno

t the end of Mexican Revolution (19101917) the new Constitution of Mexico was drafted and approved in February of 1917. Article 130 stated that church and state are to be separate. All churches and religious groups must be registered with the government. Some restrictions on Catholic priests and ministers of all religions was that they were ineligible to hold public office or be active in political parties. Churches were not allowed to educate children, have religious services outside of the church nor wear clerical dress in public. The government confiscated all property belonging to the church and any of the religious orders. This strong reaction was seemingly due to the long history of the Roman Catholic Church’s strong hold over the people since the time Spain colonized Mexico beginning in 1519. Article 130 also states that the Mexican Congress shall not enact laws that would establish or prohibit any religion. From 1917 until the presidential election of Plutarco Elias Calles in 1924, there existed an “uneasy truce” between the churches and the Mexican government. Calles was an atheist and interrupted Article 130 in the strictest way. He signed the “Law for Reforming the Penal Code” mandating stringent penalties for priests or anyone who violated the article. For example the fine for wearing clerical clothing in public was equal to $250.00 dollars, of that time. A priest could be imprisoned for 5 years if he

criticized the government. Some states enacted laws regulating the number of priests per state. President Calles seized property belonging to the church, expelled all foreign priests, and closed monasteries, convents and parochial schools. A ramification of “Calles Law” was the Cristero War led by clerics against the Mexican government’s suppressions. At first Calles did not take the threat of war seriously. Calles thought that photos of executions would scare the rebels but, it had the opposite effect. The Christeros were inspired to follow the priests and become martyrs for Christ. In June, of 1927, women formed their own brigade, naming themselves after Saint Joan of Arc. By the end of the war the women numbered up to 25,000. In October of 1927 the U.S. ambassador to Mexico, Dwight W. Morrow, began a series of meetings with President Calles to bring the conflict to an end. On June 21, 1929 the Mexican government finally came to an agreement granting some concessions and the exiled Archbishop Leopoldo Ruiz y Flores agreed that the bishops would not demand the repeal of the laws, but instead, a more lenient interpretation. The casualties numbered 56,882 federal solders, 30,000 Christeros along with numerous civilians and over 40 priests who were tortured and killed during this war. In May of 2000, Pope John Paul II canonized 25 martyrs into saint hood and added to the list 13 more victims as martyrs, on their way to sainthood. It may be of interest to the reader to view free films and documentaries on youtube.com by searching Cristeros.

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Camarones Los Amo!

By Stephanie Wood

he best time of year is upon us…shrimp season This year I decided on an Asian theme and set out on Pinterest to find recipes. Everybody in the family loves fried rice and lo mein and I love egg roll in a bowl because it’s packed with veggies and is low carb. For those of you who are new, my main qualifications for cooking are quick and easy and I almost never follow a recipe exactly. I also cook for kids, who do not like shrimp (crazy, I know). So I cooked the shrimp separately in butter, and garlic which mixed well with everything.

This year I bought my shrimp at Jessys Fish Market, which is near the entrance to the Malecon, on the left. The location is easy in and out, and basically in the parking lot of my husband’s office. They did an excellent job of cleaning and de-shelling the shrimp. I bought 2lbs of jumbo blue and it was fresh and delicious. Easy Shrimp Fried Rice, courtesy of Crunchy Creamy Sweet (spoiler alert – this turned out amazing!)

Ingredients: 1 lb small shrimp deveined and cleaned 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil 3 green onions chopped 4 cups cooked rice (it’s better if pre-cooked earlier and refrigerated; fresh rice gets too sticky) 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric (turns the rice yellow) 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, I used peas, carrots, corn, and green beans. Instructions: Beat eggs in small bowl, set aside. Heat up both oils in a large skillet and cook shrimp until pink, remove onto a plate and set aside. Add more oil to skillet, if needed.

Sauté green onions for 2 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and stir until mostly heated. Add rice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger and, turmeric. Stir until heated through. Make space in the middle of the skillet, by pushing the rice to the sides. Pour beaten eggs into pan and cook, stirring, until set. Stir everything together, adding shrimp and cook until everything is heated through. Serve.

Easy Shrimp Lo Mein, courtesy of Urban Bliss Life: Make the sauce In a small bowl, stir together and then set aside: 2 tbsp. soy sauce, 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce (I omitted this), 1tsp sesame oil, Cook two (2) packages of ramen noodles according to package directions. (discard spice packets). When cooked, drain and set aside. In a wok or large skillet, heat 2 tbsp. sesame or vegetable oil over mediumhigh heat. Cook about 1lb shrimp until fully cooked (both sides should be a nice pink color). Add thinly sliced vegetables of your choice (I used a bag of broccoli slaw) and 1 tsp minced garlic, stir until vegetables are slightly

softened. Toss in the noodles and the sauce, and mix until the noodles and veggies are well coated. You can garnish with chopped green onions. Serve This recipe was great because even though you know they’re bad for you, everybody loves ramen! Egg Roll in a Bowl – this is a dish I make all the time – I usually use pork sausage. There are lots of recipes out there for Egg Roll in a Bowl, and I don’t always measure the same way, but the basics are: Mix together 1/4 cup of reduced sodium soy sauce, 1-2 teaspoons of ginger, 1-4 teaspoons of minced garlic, a teaspoon of rice wine vinegar and set aside. In a big skillet, cook the meat of your choice, and once it’s almost done open a bag of coleslaw mix and throw that on top, along with the sauce, and cook until the coleslaw softens to your liking. Serve with Sriracha if you like it spicy. Buen Provecho!

Stephanie Wood Assistant to Realtor Kyle J. Wood. Rocky Point, Mexico, US 602-909-7800 www.RockyPointKyle.com, www.PuertoPenascoJoe.com. RockyPointSteph@Gmail.com.

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The Eats

Knowing Where To Go

By Marco Zepeda

i All, this month your favorite section of the RPTimes brings you another great place to eat. It’s a brand-new place named Pane e Vino Pizzeria and it opened its doors on September 19th and we happily attended the Grand Opening. The Pizzeria is on the first floor of Pane e Vino Restaurant, which is located on Whale Hill. The specialty of the Pizzeria is, of course, PIZZA! Real Italian pizza handmade by the Italian Chef, and owner, Luca Appendino. Anyone that knows Luca knows that whatever he cooks, or bakes, is delicious! The entire downstairs was remodeled, and it is very spacious, has a nice bar and the terrace has one of the best views in town overlooking the beautiful Mar de Cortez. We ordered two pizzas; the Classic Pepperoni and the Prosciutto & Fungi, loaded with ham, mushroom, mozzarella, and delicious marinara sauce that is probably a family secret and we will never know the ingredients! The dough was nice and soft and crust nice and crispy. You can also ask for your favorite pizza toppings and create your own pizza! And since

Luca was super busy doing all the baking, Karina, who is Luca’s wife, explained to us about the process in building the special oven. She says that their oven is a replica of the type of baking that has been used in Italy for hundreds of years, and their oven was built with the help of Luca’s friend who is also Italian. The oven is great! And the pizzas are ready in 2 minutes. And just so you know, pizza is not the only thing on their menu. They also have meat cuts, and that means I will be back to try their ribeye, of course. They also have salads and hamburgers with quality mean from Rancho el 17 (our favorite). The new Pizzeria is located on top of Whale Hill (formerly FISH by Pane e Vino). They have some of the best views of the Sea of Cortez and are open Tuesday through Sunday from 12pm to 10pm. Come visit them and try their delicious food. We know you will enjoy it as much as we have. I would like to thank Karina and Luca for a wonderful night, great food and excellent ambience, see you guys soon. Until next time…

By the Old Gringo

f you live, or spend a good deal of time in Puerto Peñasco, at one time or another you will find yourself in need of ‘something.’ What that ‘thing’ might be varies, but there will come a day when you will have to get in your car, truck, dune buggy, quad or side by side and head into town in search of it. Food is relatively easy, unless it’s an item that is not readily found in the Mexican cuisine pantheon. If you’re looking for, say, half and half for your coffee, you might be hard pressed if you don’t know that Ley Express carries it. Of course, you could always go to Sam’s (an option that most of us old timers never had) but it’s not a given that they’ll have it. Likewise, finding your favorite salad dressing could be problematic. Mine is 1000 Island, and trying to find a good one is difficult if you are particular. American style potato chips, Cheetos and Fritos are scarce as well. Diet Coke or Pepsi are hard to come by too! Coke Light is what you’ll find in most stores, but it doesn’t taste the same. The easiest fix is to adapt to the local brands and make do. It used to be that most visitors from the north brought with them everything, like beer, soda and chips, that they thought they’d need, in large quantities. But as Peñasco has grown in size and popularity, and the desires of the visitors have become known to the merchants, many common items Americanos desire have suddenly become available. Finding them is whole other story. What you may bring with you across the border tends to vary on any given day as well. There was a time when you couldn’t bring beef steaks across the border. No one ever quite figured out why, but on a sunny day a decade and a half or so back, a couple of my pilot friends caught the brunt of that prohibition when they landed at the old airport, only to have their coolers, filled with Rib Eyes and T-Bones, confiscated. Needless to say they were not happy with having several hundred dollars worth of USDA Prime meat taken. It’s safe to say that their plans for a big cook out tanked. How that was resolved, I

do not know, but shortly thereafter, bringing down meat was no longer a problem. Ahhh, Mexico! Hardware items seem to be the thing most difficult to locate. Most gringos are used to going into their local Home Depot and getting exactly what they need in one visit. Not so in Peñasco. Electrica Veel, (Francisco I. Madero 125, Centro) off Benito Juarez near Avenida Constitucion, has got a good selection of hardware, plumbing and other parts in addition to electrical materials. Likewise, Socoada Ace Hardware (a name most Americans are familiar with) on Calle Simon Morua has got a lot, as well as tools and other materials. If you’re a woodworker, or need lumber or tools, Todo Para Carpintero (Tecla de Bustamante sn, Centro, Josefa Ortíz de Dominguéz) has got it, in spades. My wife won’t let me take my wallet in when I go there because, being a tool freak, I just drool over the amazing selection of high-quality wood working tools on the wall of the main showroom. They also carry fine, cabinet grade, hardwoods as well as sized lumber. If you’re out near La Choya, Fermadera Los Pinos (Constitución S/N, José López Portillo) can supply you with whatever you need, construction materials-wise. Another problem we have, living on the sea as we do, is metals don’t age well. Painting only does so much to stop the corrosive effects of the salt air. One solution is powder coating, an electrostatic process that bonds color directly to the metal. The process keeps rust at bay, extends the life of the metal and the maintenance required to keep it looking new. In times past, that process has been exclusively available only north of the border, but no more. Cholla Bay Powder Coating (Calle F, Playa Arenos, Bahía la Choya) can get it done for you at reasonable prices. These and many more businesses provide a full spectrum of services to the residents and visitors to Puerto Peñasco, both full and part time. Before you get frustrated because you find yourself in need of that special ‘something’ and throw your hands up in disgust, ask a local. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that whatever it might be, you’ll find it right here in our little paradise.

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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 983-173-8537 or 638-1020073. (#a-1a) 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 GLORIAS BEAUTY SALON SINCE 1969! We do it all and we carry a full line of beauty supplies. Gloria’s Beauty Shop is located on Constitucion, just before Super Ley Market. Phone locally at 383-5075 or from the U.S. (011-52-638) 383-5075 for an appointment, ask for Gloria. English Spoken. (#25-13) PBC - PEÑASCO BEAUTY CENTER - 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)

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 – XOCHITLS CAFE (Sally’s place) in Cholla Bay. Not to mention awesome food! Breakfast 6AM2PM! You can’t beat her chiles rellenos and spinach omelet. Call to order ahead 382-5283. (#5610)

FM2/FM3/RFC/HACIENDA/IMSS – If you don’t speak Spanish, or just want someone to help guide you through the process, call Silvia Villa at Premium Services at 383-5758, or from the U.S. dial (602) 476-1187 or sivife@ hotmail.com. Translations from English to Spanish or Spanish to English also available – any document you need translated. Call Silvia whenever you need help with anything from bill paying to ordering flowers! (#79-1)

BILL PAYING – Maintenance and cleaning. FM3 Services. Proservices

Fri. 8:30-4:30, Sat. 8:30-1:30.

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

Cel (044-638) 113-0446. astrid. avila@live.com.mx (PS-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) 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) FOR SALE BY OWNER – townhouse, 3bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, 1 1/2 story. NO HAO FEES! Furnished, ocean views, much more! 1750 sq. ft. Great rental. $130K firm. (638) 109-0070 (602) 539-1000. (#JA-1)

SATELLITE TV – Sales, service & installation. Residential & Commercial (638) 103-5317 Mex Cel. (602) 635-2246 Vonage. (#157-2) BRENDA

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Customized Interiors, window 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) LOTS FOR SALE

(638) 383-6161. English/Spanish

FM3 SERVICES 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)

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DENTAL SERVICES WANT A DENTIST WHO USES THE latest in technology and equipment when getting your teeth cared for? Ernesto Grijalva, D.D.S. comes highly recommended by all of his patients – ask anyone of them! Stop by his office located on Blvd. Fremont, just south of the fire dept. or call for an appointment (011-52-638) 383-3434. (#64-3)

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LOT FOR SALE – Affordable block fenced property. Close to the beach. Owner selling willing to negociate. Asking. 20Mts x 50Mts. Call Nachito at (011-521638) 112-3158) (#NN-1) 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) 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) 382-5355 US (602) 334-4134. (#140-2)

treatments. Cel (602) 909-9146. www.brendaleedesign.com. (#157-5) FAST, RELIABLE HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS! – We sell, install and service High Speed Internet access via Satellite in Penasco. Download speeds up to 30 Mbps and you get a U.S. IP address. For more information please email us at service@ penascohandyman.com call

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Casago Honored for Ethics by Better Business Bureau Posted by Laura Slawny October 11, 2019

COTTSDALE, AZ Casago, an international vacation rental and property management company, is thrilled to announce it has been recognized as a finalist for the 2019 Better Business Bureau (BBB) Torch Awards for Ethics in the Pacific Southwest. The BBB selected Casago for its outstanding level of integrity with customers, business partners and the community. This prestigious award honors Arizona businesses with a strong commitment to fair and ethical practice which can also demonstrate a high level of trust. Qualifications are so high, Casago was one of only two Valley companies over 150 employees which made the cut.

“Being selected as a BBB Torch Award finalist is one of the proudest honors we could get at Casago because it reflects our company’s core values to put our customer’s best interests at the forefront while treating people with genuine hospitality every time,” said Steve Schwab, Casago Founder and CEO. “Acting with integrity and honor is so engrained in our culture, it’s starts on the first day of training at Casago University, it’s written into our Credo and it’s at the center of every business decision we make.” Casago’s Credo is a six-part philosophy that emphasizes transparency, honesty, respect and building professional relationships that transcend business. It’s been a strong year for Casago, which was recently named a finalist for the 2019 Scottsdale

Chamber of Commerce Sterling Award and recognized by Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate. Earlier this year, Steve Schwab was named one of the Most Admired Leaders by the Phoenix Business Journal.

The BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest will celebrate all 14 finalists at the Torch Awards for Ethics ceremony on October 30, 2019 at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. A complete list of winners can be seen here: https:// www.bbb.org/pacific-southwest/ torch-awards-for-ethics/awardsdinner-ceremony/ About Casago With over 20 years of experience, Casago offers vacation home rentals, corporate housing and property management in more than a dozen communities across Mexico and the U.S. including Sedona, Park City and Santa Barbara, as well as Los Cabos, Cancun and Rocky Point. It manages and promotes more than 2,300 properties which it lists on Casago, Airbnb, VRBO and more 200 rental sites leading it to serve more than 3.2 million guests. Casago property management teams in each market are dedicated to customer service ensuring your investment is cleaned, maintained and your guests are cared for with our concierge services. More information at www.Casago.com.

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Congratulations to Newly-Educated Puerto Peñasco Real Estate Agents!

By Gretchen Ellinger

he State of Sonora has led the way in México’s effort to raise the level of real estate practice through the licensure of real estate agents. The Asociatión Méxicana de Profesionales Inmobiliarios, known as A.M.P.I., or the Méxican Association of Real Estate Professionals in English, a sister organization to N.A.R., partners with the State to provide the education and administrative support required for new agents to obtain their real estate licenses, and licensed agents to participate in the continuing education required to renew licenses. A.M.P.I. Chapter 51 Puerto Peñasco, currently led by President Joseph Toland, coordinates the 120-hour course, which is one of the few in México taught in both English and Spanish through the use of a simultaneous translator. University graduates taught the classes in their areas of expertise in order to give the students detailed information that will enable them to help and protect the interests of their future real estate clients. Méxican real estate law, finance, immigration requirements, real estate contracts, and ethics were the focus of the course, and were taught through lectures with bilingual graphics,

case studies, and discussion groups and presentations. This year’s course was concluded with an exam that students all passed with at least 85% correct answers, and afterward the tension was broken with a hardearned beachside graduation party at Restaurant Puesta del Sol. Based upon their graduation from this real estate diplomado conducted by A.M.P.I. Chapter 51 Puerto Peñasco, the State of Sonora will issue a Sonora Real Estate License to each graduate after the administrative requirements for each student have been met. The A.M.P.I. chapter manages this aspect for the graduates, as one of their benefits of membership. As well, A.M.P.I. manages continuing education and administration for licensed agents renewing their licenses, which is required by the State of Sonora every three years. Recognize the hard-won achievement of the graduates, and wish them well as they embark on their Puerto Peñasco real estate careers! They are Reyes Anchondo, Astrid Avila, Rene Bermudez, Elsa Cano, Chad Cloward, John Conley, Christine Conley, Raquel Conner, Myra De Roo, Debra Evans, José Luís Felix, Jason Felker, Arturo Flores, Monica Hernandez, Dianne Janfruchte, Myrna Mercado, Maria Peña, Eduardo Polina, Ana Paola Porchas (this year’s queen of the Black and White Ball), Cathy Poturalski, Bruce Regan, Pedro Rodriguez, Anne Saillant, Niles Schwartz, Maritza Trujillo, Charles Urrea, Jenna Urrea, Claudia Valdivia, Hector Venezuela, Graciela Villescas, Liseth Yeomans and Marco Zúñiga. Contratulations to all!

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Build your church? We’re on it Lord!

By Cholla Charli

eople all over the world, in various denominations, work every day to fulfill the request that was made of St. Francis of Assisi to “build my church.” The mission of St. Francis is being fulfilled every day at St. Joseph’s mission church in La Cholla, where the only bi-lingual Mass in Peñasco is offered each Sunday at 8 a.m. Francis, who had been a prison of war in the conflict between Assisi and Perugia, France, returned to Assisi a changed man. One day as he prayed before the crucifix in the rundown St. Damiano church outside of Assisi, he heard words come from the cross. He was instructed, “Francis, go repair my house which you can see is falling into ruin.” Francis set aside his privileged heritage and went through the town begging for rocks and repaired the chapel. Several men in the town wanted to help, and the first order of Franciscans, the Friars Minor, was created. However, he soon understood the real calling was not to rebuild San Damiano, but the entire Catholic Church. When he realized his true calling, he went to Rome to see the Pope, and is credited with reviving the Catholic Church. His efficacy was so great, that following his death at age 44, he was canonized a saint just two years later. St. Joseph’s/San Jose church was a cinder block shell five years ago, but with the help of locals, skilled workers

Mayor Presents Awards to Public Safety and Tourist Assistance Unit Officers and the generous donations of the congregation and visitors, the church is now a comfortable, beautiful house of worship. St. Joseph’s sexton, Bob Keller, said, “I have been a lay Franciscan for 50 years and it has been rewarding and gratifying to have the opportunity to emulate the work he did for San Damiano. We have come a long way but we are not done.” In September, Peñasco had a storm that blew sections of the roofing off the church. “We had it repaired, but the workers advised us that very soon we’ll need the whole roof redone, and we need to repaint.” As the maintenance and improvements continue, the parishioners are preparing for the Christmas season. On Sunday evening, Dec. 22, St. Joseph’s will once again present their Christmas music program with hymns and carols presented by the St. Joseph’s choir, and the students of Maestro German Esquer’s academy of music. Watch the December issue of the Rocky Point Times for full details. To visit St. Joseph’s Mission Church, take the road past the Sandy Beach condos and past Wrecked at the Reef. As the road winds toward Cholla Bay, the church will be on your right. It is clearly marked. Everyone is welcome. For information or to help build the church, contact Sexton Bob Keller by e-mail at: Bob@keller.net or call 928-706-6928. San Jose/St. Joseph's mission church in La Cholla has come a long way from the abandoned block building where Mass was held for the first time in November, 2014.

ngoing training for Municipal Public Security and Tourist Assistance Unit Officers has been a priority for the municipal government, and the result has been to make and keep Puerto Peñasco as one of the safest tourist destinations in Sonora and, in fact, all of Mexico. The latest round of training courses were in defense, disarmament, arrest tactics, weapons and firearms, self protection and reaction to threats, safety and detention from a vehicle, weapons competency and accuracy, coordination and logistics, as well as other important topics. In addition the officers were trained and updated in CPR, bleeding control, and first aid. Physical conditioning is also a major part of law enforcement and the officers were given instructions and training on different exercises and movements meant to increase strength and health. Since Puerto Peñasco is frequented by many English speakers, there are also ongoing English language courses given to the public safety officials. Accompanied by Captain Raúl Quintero Barrón, Commissioner of

Municipal Public Security, Osvaldo Haros, deputy director of Public Security, Carlos Bravo Ramírez, director of the Tourist Assistance Unit, Sergio Camacho, president of the International Association in Special Tactics and police instructor of the City of Phoenix, Arizona, Mayor Kiko Munro stressed that Puerto Peñasco has prioritized ongoing training of the public safety personnel in order to always provide the safety and security for residents and visitors. There were a total of 37 awards presented to the public safety and Tourist Assistance officers in recognition of their participation and completion of the series of courses. Mayor Kiko Munro commented that the efforts of the municipal government continue to give results through the implementation of the Peñasco Seguro Security Plan, which has been in place from 2015 to the current time, and he promised to continue to improve the public safety sector personnel by training them, equipping them, and providing the tools needed in order to carry out their arduous work in serving and protecting Puerto Peñasco.

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Our Contributing writers...

Allen Schwartz

Linda and Bo Bernard

Writing as Payson Dean (aka the Old Gringo) The ‘old gringo’ has been hanging around Rocky Point since the late 70’s and has had a home here since 1993. He’s flown the bush in Baja and southern Mexico since 1994, has trained SCUBA divers at both Peñasco and San Carlos, and calls Playa Miramar home. He writes because he likes to, and loves Puerto Peñasco. Not much of a fisherman, but a fine cigar and good Tequila can always get his attention. I’ve been retired since 2005 and my wife and I run a horse rescue ranch in Strawberry, Arizona. We divide our time between the ranch and our home at Playa Miramar. I’ve written several articles for diverse publications and have a regular column at Contractor Magazine.

These native Texans discovered Rocky Point on vacation and became fulltime residents in 2016. Linda was a full-time educator, having spent 45 years working with 7th to 12th grade students in various capacities. She taught history and government in public school and later at Dallas’ Parish Episcopal School where she served as Dean of Students, Assistant Head of Upper School and Founding Director of The Leadership Institute. Bo spent most of his professional life in sales, marketing and upper management at various Dallas-area telecommunications companies. He was on the forefront of the sales and distribution of everything from semi-conductors, to the first hand-held calculators, pagers, and finally, cell phones. He retired from the industry in 2004, but found he had too much energy and too little to do. Ultimately, he found what he calls his “hardest, but most fun and rewarding job ever” in teaching Writing/Humanities to 5th graders at Linda’s school. Their connection to Barb’s Dog Rescue and the RPT column is a labor of love, in hopes others will be inspired to get involved in the Rocky Point community.

Gretchen Ellinger

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.

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

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.

Mike Bibb

Contributing writer, Mike Bibb from Safford, Arizona, is a recovering paranoidschizophrenic 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.

Stephanie Wood

Cholla Charli

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.

Kathleen Duncan

Kathleen attended University of Arizona where she met her husband Arnott who is a 4th generation Arizona farmer. After receiving her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology in 1983, Kathleen followed Arnott to Goodyear, AZ where she received her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology at Arizona State University. In 1982 Kathleen and Arnott founded Duncan Family Farms and while Arnott focused on operating the farm Kathleen spent most of her career working with vulnerable children and families in Arizona. In September of 2012 Kathleen decided she wanted to find a way to give back to the community of Rocky Point, Mexico where her family have been vacationing for 25 years. She began volunteering at the newly opened Amores de Peñasco Children’s Crisis Shelter and spent the next three years traveling from her home in Buckeye, AZ. to spend 2-3 days per week supporting the children there. In 2015 Kathleen and Arnott decided they wanted to try to expand their efforts to help young people in need in Rocky Point so they formed a Mexican Civil Association called ‘Asistencia Integral para Menores de Puerto Peñasco’ (Comprehensive Support for Children of Rocky Point). In August of 2016 they used their Civil Association to launch a program to help at-risk young people in the community have access to educational opportunities that can transform their lives Kathleen joined the Board of Steps of Love in June of 2013.

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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 30 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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