Announcements~Avisos

The 12 book challenge in 2016!

The local library situated next to Puerto Peñasco’s Casa de la Cultura (and behind a nearly finished Municipal Arts Center) is issuing a call in 2016 to take on the challenge of reading at least one book a month – “Reto 12.” To help meet this challenge, in 2016 the Municipal library will be open […]

Hug it out! Dec. 13th

“Because we all need some affection,”explain organizers, delightful mimes will be giving out hugs this Sunday afternoon, Dec. 13th, on the malecón. Considering all the benefits of both giving and receiving hugs, members from the local “life coach group” Instituto Vive will be giving out hugs to all who stop by on Sunday, in an […]

Annual ​Cholla Bay ​Christmas Light Parade Dec- 12th

This Saturday​, December 12th is the​ ​Annual Cholla Bay​ ​Christmas Light Parade. The parade will leave the Clubhouse in Cholla Bay at 7:00​pm​ led by Dave and Kelley Adams. The parade will weave its way through most of the main streets in Cholla ending up back at the clubhouse. If you would like to participate in […]

Straw Art Exhibition & Demonstration

PLAZA FABIOLA Presents Exhibition & Demonstration of Straw Art FRIDAY, DEC 4th at Plaza Fabiola SATURDAY, DEC 5th at Mermaid Market SUNDAY, DEC 6th at Plaza Fabiola Octavio & Oscar Morales from Puerto Nuevo Gallery The technique is a very laborious Mexican craft from the Aztec culture, using colored straw to create designs. Wild straws […]

World Champion Chili Cook-off – Jan 16th!

Come out to the The Beach for a CHILI COOK-OFF Saturday, January 16, 2016 Tasting begins at 1:00 p.m. $4.00 US to taste all of the chilies Raffle Prizes World Champion Chili and Lots of Fun! Playa de Oro RV Park Information and to sign up, please contact Ted Fichtl    chilited@yahoo.com Executive Director CASI – […]

Art in the Park Nov. 28th

“Patti Springer Art in the Park”  in Las Conchas Date:    Saturday 28th Time:   11 AM – 4 PM Where: Fiesta Park, Sec. 1 Arts & Crafts- holiday gifts! Beer, Wine and Food!! Music, Holiday Dance Performance Silent Auction! Kids Crafts/Balloon Art Call to Artists and Food Vendors: $300 Pesos or $20 USD for a space. […]

Oaxacan style painting classes

In the heart of “Rodeo Drive”, PLAZA FABIOLA presents an opportunity to learn the Oaxacan Art Style of Painting Alebrijes (hand-carved animals & creatures) 2 HOUR CLASSES TO BE HELD FRIDAY, NOV 27TH & SATURDAY, NOV 28TH $40 (usd) per person, includes all Materials, Refreshments & Light Snacks to be served Advance Enrollment Required 15 Students […]

Rodeo Drive to set the stage for Day of the Dead

Oct. 30th & 31st – Celebration of Day of the Dead traditions – 5 p.m.  on Calle 32 (“Rodeo Drive”) Plan a visit to the curios galleries and shops along the “old road to La Cholla” to take part in the festivities, which include many honored traditions, sights, smells, and cuisine from central Mexico.  An […]

Day of the Dead Altars & Catrina Celebration

In preserving traditions and promoting community participation, the City of Puerto Peñasco invites everyone to a celebration of Día de Muertos to be held Oct. 30th & 31st, featuring traditional Altars and Catrinas in the area of “Rodeo Drive” (Calle 32).   Activities will begin each evening around 5 p.m.