Preparations are ready for the “Toma Color” 5K race to take place this Sunday, March 30th, with the participation of more than 800 people (and just a slight change to the starting point). En Español: Listos para Toma Color Luis Altamirano, one of the event organizers, explains registrations were closed after surpassing participant expectations. “We […]
All are invited to donate to the National Red Cross Drive, annual fundraising event which got underway on March 19th. This year’s goal in Puerto Peñasco is to raise $300,000 pesos (approximately $24,000 US). With many needs and expenses to ensure the ability to provide dignified care, all are invited to take part in donating […]
Following young María Alejandra’s brain surgery, both her life and that of her mother Margarita Gama began to change. María and her mother were recent recipients of a home donated by the “Families helping Families,” and “Casas Perpetuables, A.C.” With Puerto Peñasco Mayor Gerardo Figueroa Zazueta on hand, accompanied by his wife Rafaela Félix de […]
Chef René Acosta of “Don Julio’s” was named the winner of the 7th edition of the Taste of Peñasco Top Chef competition, organized this year to support the local DIF system, Fire Department, and the Santa Claus Club. The traditional Plaza del Camarón was the setting for the culinary competition, more than 2000 tourists and […]
For a 7th year in a row, the Taste of Peñasco is preparing to serve up a day of excitement and delights! This Saturday, February 15th, food booths will join artisans and local businesses in offering a true taste of Peñasco encompassing cuisine, music, art, and more. Organizer Rosie Glover explains 18 food booths will […]
By Richard Scott Rolling Rockies and Noche Bohemia – Bread and wine – Love songs and dancing This Valentine’s weekend, you can show you care while supporting a good cause at the Gran Noche Bohemia and taking in an evening of Pan y Vino. Puerto Peñasco’s own Rolling Rockies wheelchair basketball team wants your help […]
A race bursting with color and replete with fun is being promoted by a group of young business people, proceeds from which will go to the dialysis project of the local social services office on Integral Family Development (DIF). Dubbed “Toma Color” (similar to Color Run), the 5K race is to take place on March […]
By Richard Scott “You can find really cool stuff here” said the lady carrying a large ceramic cat. “How much for your chair?” Oh, well I hadn’t thought about it as I planned to sit in it while selling all my really cool stuff. “Give me a price,” I told her. “Five bucks?” She said. […]
By Richard Scott For a lot of people, the drive down to Rocky Point is a relaxing start for a beach weekend. This February 8th and 9th, cyclists will challenge themselves on this same open road from Peoria, Arizona to Puerto Peñasco, Mexico in the 207Miles Bike Event, determined to do something about poverty close […]
When Rafaela Felix de Figueroa became President of the local Office of Integral Family Development (DIF) social services organization, she envisioned a dialysis center for the community of Puerto Peñasco. Thanks to contributions from many individuals, businesses, and organizations over the past two years, and particularly the hard work and prayers of the Pittsburgh based […]
Entregan edificio de Unidad de Hemodiálisis La señora Rafaela Félix de Figueroa recibió las llaves del inmueble de parte de la Fundación “Corazones Compasivos” PUERTO PEÑASCO, 31 ENERO 2014.- La Fundación Internacional “Corazones Compasivos” hizo entrega a la presidenta del sistema DIF Puerto Peñasco, señora Rafaela Félix de Figueroa de las llaves del edificio de la […]
City Press Release Harold McKamich, international President of the “Caring Hearts” Foundation of Pittsburch, PA, along with local DIF President Mrs. Rafaela Félix de Figueroa, recently reviewed progress on construction of the new Hemodialysis Unit, which is about 30% complete. With Caring Hearts members on hand, who are also working hands-on with the construction, and […]
In ongoing fundraising efforts to purchase an A/C unit for a new school in the San Rafael area of town, Mark and Barb Olszewski, along with a bit of help from the upcoming RCPM January Jam, have put together a concert weekend raffle package for Jan. 24-26, 2014. These funds will be added to the […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero With Santa’s busy schedule during December, we were pleased to see both he and Mrs. Claus popping up around Puerto Peñasco sporadically throughout the month. On Dec. 22nd, Mr. & Mrs. Claus made their grand entrance into the Malecon atop a Fire Truck before climbing their way up through a window of […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero, Photos courtesy of Karen Aldridge Santa Claus comes more than once a year to Puerto Peñasco, just about every Saturday to be exact. Most often caught wearing a baseball cap and sweats in lieu of a jolly red get-up, John Fowler of the Santa Claus Club explains they have been providing food, […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero From November 7th – 10th, the traditional Rocky Point Rally took to the streets of Puerto Peñasco. Thirteen proved to be a lucky number overall for this year’s rally as it was the Rally’s 13th year, in 2013, and we all waited with abated breath to see if Calle 13 would be […]