Preparations underway for Día de la Marina
As is tradition in this port, celebrations to honor those of the sea will be held on June 1st, Día de la Marina. The festivities commemorate the historic efforts and struggle of Mexican naval crews in defending the country, while also honoring local fishermen who risk their lives at sea to earn a living. This […]
Puerto Peñasco celebrates Día de la Marina
On June 1st, Puerto Peñasco celebrated the 72nd National Marine Day honoring members of Mexico’s Navy as well as the lives, work, and sacrifice of local fishermen. The morning ceremony held at Plaza Gobernadores in the Old Port included the presence of Mayor Gerardo Figueroa Zazueta and First Lady DIF President Rafaela Félix de Figueroa, […]
Mexican Flag Day / Día de la Bandera Feb. 24
By MoKa Hammeken February 24th is a solemn day as it is the day dedicated to one of the most important patriotic symbols of Mexico, which gives the spirit of unity and belonging to Mexicans either within or outside of the country: the Flag. Mexico’s flag is well-known internationally by its colors and coat of […]
Time for Tamales
We all know what a tamale is. We’ve enjoyed them at parties, celebrations, and feasts and above all they are the guests of honor on February 2nd, the Día de la Candelaria (Candlemas Day), when those who found a small doll in their slice of Rosca de Reyes on Jan. 6th now have the obligation […]
Holiday Weekend Rundown…and a peek at 2014!
Friday the 13th. If you were up near dawn this morning, or in the coming days, you may have caught the 2013 Geminid meteor shower with the best viewing times during a moonlit sky between moonset and dawn on Saturday, the 14th. Sounds like a perfect evening to stay up and enjoy holiday fiestas in […]
Destiny Dance Academy to present Nutcracker Ballet 12/14
By Azucena Mazon For the first time in the history of Puerto Peñasco, the entire Nutcracker ballet will come to life as represented by students from Destiny Dance Academy. The fantasy Christmas Eve story, complete with colorful characters, will be presented on December 14th at the Municipal Civic Auditorium by students under the instruction of […]
Music Academy Christmas Concert rings in good cheer
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero For the fifth consecutive year, Christmas melodies and a wide repertoire of music rang out during the Music Academy’s Christmas concert held Friday, December 5th at Hotel Peñasco del sol. The evening began with a group of tin soldiers, or rather the Marching Band from Cet Mar #14, who rather than marching […]
Mexican Revolution Day Viva la Revolución!
By MoKa Hammeken Reprinted from 2011 November 20th is certainly a much celebrated holiday throughout the entire Mexican Republic, more than anything due to the anticipated “long weekend” (bridge in Spanish – since Monday 11/18/2013 will be a day off). This is a time to honor the revolution, liberty and country by helping the economy […]
Independence Day Activities in Puerto Peñasco
Independence Day Activities in Puerto Peñasco Sept. 15th 7 p.m. Festivities get underway around City Hall. Food stands! Palo Encebado (greased climbing pole), cochi encebado, castillos (firework castles), and more! 10 p.m. Gathering of historical Independence Day figures near intersection of Calle 13 and Blvd. Benito Juarez. “Torch” Antorcha March toward City Hall. There […]
Dia de la Marina
On Saturday, June 1st, 2013 Mayor Prof. Gerardo Figueroa along with State Secretary of Public Safety Ernesto Munro Palacio, the city’s port captain, and City and Naval officials took part in commemorating Dia de la Marina honoring the Mexican Navy and those who have fallen at sea.
Stations of the Cross: An Easter tradition
By MoKa Hammeken (republished from April 2012) In Mexico, the conquest of land by the Spanish in the 16th century was done differently than in other parts of the globe; at that time, the Catholic Kings and their empire spread their belief as a divine duty throughout all the newly “discovered” land, which is why religion […]
Fariseos – A Sonoran tradition
Republished from March, 2012 By MoKa Hammeken “Is it that time of year already?” This is what a friend exclaimed when she could hear the sound of drums and rattles, and perceive two men adorning masks in the distance. Definitely, time flies and the Fariseos, traditional figures from the Sonoran panorama, year after year come […]
Feb. 2 Día de la Candelaria
“We dress “Niños Dios” By MoKa Hammeken (republished from 2012) At this time of the year, this is a very popular sign that can be seen particularly in small villages and towns across Mexico. The signs are hung on telephone poles or doors of homes in preparation for February 2nd festivities, the Día de la Candelaria (Candlemas […]
“0 degrees” campaign aims to prevent DUI accidents during holidays
City press release With the intent to prevent road accidents among youth, the Municipal Youth Institute (IMJ) directed by Ruby Borboa Murua has instituted a “Zero Degrees” Campaign in addressing issues of driving while under the influence. Director of the Sonoran Youth Institute (ISJ), Julio Gutiérrez Acuña, stated during a press conference this same program […]
Posada for children with special needs at Basic Rehabilitation Unit
City press release The Municipal DIF continues with its holiday fun and recently held a posada for children with special needs at the Basic Rehabilitation Unit (UBR), which included an appearance by Santa Claus as an invited guest. Yesenia Encinas, UBR coordinator, expressed this is the first time a posada of this kind has been […]