Enjoy the 4th Annual Grand Holiday concert by the Puerto Peñasco Symphonic Youth Orchestra at the Gran Salon of Peñasco del Sol Hotel. Concert to begin promptly at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14th. GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY! (Limited) Tickets available during orchestra practices at City Museum in the Malecon (near the Colosio statue), Mon – Fri 4 […]
This weekend’s Feria del Libro in Rocky Point, from Dec. 7 – 9, honoring both Film and Literature will include film showings on Friday and Saturday at the Municipal Auditorium (across from City Hall). The Feria, which will run from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Dec. 7th & 8th includes conferences, book stands, art, photography, […]
The XXI City Government of Puerto Peñasco and the Office of Civic and Cultural Affairs present the 2012 Puerto Peñasco Book Fair under the theme of Film & Literature. The Fair includes special homage to city chronicler Amaranto Celaya Celaya. Calendar Feria del Libro 2012 Puerto Peñasco Unless otherwise noted, all events will take place […]
For the love of books! Puerto Peñasco will hold a Book Fair Dec. 7th – 8th [new dates] (10 a.m. – 10 p.m.) in and around the plaza of the Municipal Auditorium (across from City Hall). Organizers have invited editors from across Sonora and Mexico to participate. In addition, photographers and artisans are called to join in […]
Fresh on the heels of the first ever Fashion Show in Puerto Peñasco, which by all measures was a huge success, Naomi and Russ have decided to organize a twice a month event for the whole community to enjoy. It is called Mermaid’s Market and it will be a showcase of local talent. December 1st […]
The turkey is in the oven… so here is a quick Thanksgiving weekend Rundown. First off, the weather is perfect for golf and there are golf specials both in town at The Links and at Laguna del Mar for the holiday weekend, so grab a club! In music news, today, Nov. 22nd is the day […]
Fiestas del Desierto 2012 in Puerto Peñasco! On Saturday, Nov. 24th the regional celebration of Cultures from the Desert reaches Puerto Peñasco with a Sand Castle Contest – beginning at 8:30 a.m. (for teams – 10 a.m. for viewing) in front of Playa Bonita Hotel. That evening there will be a Cultural Festival in the Malecon area […]
The 2012 Fiestas del Desierto will have enriching activities for the entire family from Nov. 22 – 24, beginning in San Luis Rio Colorado on the 22nd, Mexicali on the 23rd and here in Rocky Point on the 24th. Inauguration of the Fiestas del Desierto will include showing of the film Watershed in San Luis Rio […]
Press Release: A total of 36 groups, among them schools and other institutions, will be part of this year’s Civic Athletic Parade, commemorating the anniversary of the 1910 Mexican Revolution. The Director of Civic and Cultural Affairs, Jesús Romero Chagoyan, detailed the event will take place on Monday, Nov. 19th, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in front […]
A tapestry of music, images, and sound envelop Rocky Point this weekend. Beginning today, Thurs. Nov. 15th, the Mystical Arts of Tibet four day program began at Peñasco del Sol Hotel with the inauguration and beginning of the sacred mandala construction. For those of us who did not get in on the conference “carnet” for the entire […]
The Mystical Arts of Tibet tour, put together by Richard Gere and Drepung Loseling Monestary, has made its way around the world – and in November will draw a spiritual path of peace to the shores of Puerto Peñasco. From Nov. 15th – 18th, ten Buddhist monks will present both sacred ceremonies and sacred dance, robed in […]
Head out on the highway….looking for adventure! The Rally is rolling into town! This weekend is all about motorcycles in Rocky Point as the 12th Rocky Point Rally will be taking over the streets beginning today, Nov. 8th through Sunday, Nov. 12th. This annual rally is also a Charity Fundraiser for seven local organizations, so […]
Now in its 12th year! This year promises to bring music, music, music to the rally with concerts on Fri., Sat., and Sun. at venues around town. Remember: All registration fees go to selected charities! Register Thurs. 11/8 and Fri. 11/9 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Barclin Circle K on the road into town […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero Each Monday, I am swept away to some corner of the world through Russ and Naomi Black’s Travel Photo of the Week. Naomi, who just recently sent out the 200th volume of the weekly taste of travel along with glimpses of Puerto Peñasco and upcoming local activities, also shares her sense of worldly adventures […]
This weekend we celebrate Life and Death in Puerto Peñasco! Nov. 1st and 2nd mark traditional Day of the Dead events throughout Mexico, and in spots across town (and individual homes) you may come across elaborate altars celebrating the life of a loved one who has passed on. In further celebrating life, or preserving the […]
From: American Citizen Services Chief, US Consulate General Nogales The United States Consulate General in Nogales, Mexico is pleased to announce a town hall meeting for U.S. citizens living in the Puerto Peñasco community. We look forward to this opportunity to engage in constructive dialog, answer questions and address community concerns. The details of the […]