Remembering Jane Hagus - On October 11, 2008, Jane Hagus, a long time Todos Santos resident and community activist, died in Las Vegas after a recurrence of cancer.
Last Spring Jane was in Baja for the presentation and signing of her book
"Treasures of Todos Santos." This bilingual book was written from oral histories she collected that celebrated the lives of our local Mexican founding families. As was her past custom of philanthropy, profits from the book were donated to Special Needs Children of the area.
Jane arrived in Todos Santos in 1990, when there were few expatriates, and from the start was an active, creative, charitable, kind women who was loved for her energy, her kindness and for her support of local causes.
I was fortunate to have worked with Jane, travelled with her, cried with her and I mourn her passing far too early.
I have not been informed of any special funds designated to receive memorials in her honor, but I know that she would approve donations for Cancer Research and for sure, programs that address the needs of children of Todos Santos.
Please join me in celebrating the life, far too short, of Jane Hagus and in sharing the loss with her family and friends. - Jane Perkins, United States
Road Conditions - We just drove down the peninsula Monday and Tuesday (Oct. 13 and 14) and it is in EXCELLENT condition. There are a few construction areas (new paving and bridge building) but the rest of the road is very good. South of Mulege and Loreto you could see where there had been mud and rocks washed over the road after the storm but it is all cleaned up now. - Nancy And Tom
Road Report (Courtesy, Baja Pony Express) - From Larry Cornwall in El Cardonal 10/15/08: 11-14 roads cleared Mulege to La Paz. Much repairs and workers on the road-drive slow and careful. Many single lanes but there was not any real water to drive through. Constitution is a mess some roof tops gone, most signs down and water in the streets. On a side note there was a major campaign to clean trash all along the roadside Norte to Sur even moving rusted cars etc. Great news to see this really taking effect.
Basilfields Veggie/Fruit Stand Returns in 10-14 Days - The worms got the last batch of lettuces and greens, so we're re-planting. Stay posted for our re-opening. Thanks as always for your support. - Ben Solis, basilfields2[-at-]yahoo.com, 612-147-0435, Todos Santos
Halloween Masquerade Ball - Don't forget the date. Friday October 31st, a fun filled evening of dance, games, raffles and MORE! Prize for best costume. Snacks and alcoholic beverages served. No host bar. TWO bands. Location - the old Lion's Club building on Juarez St across from the ISSSTE store. All proceeds go to the Palapa Society of Todos Santos A.C. to continue their service and assistance for the needed community projects "new and old." Tickets on sale or donations are gratefully accepted at the Palapa Library on Obregon St, The Tecolote Book store or Milagro Real Estate. If you would like to reserve a large table for a group of friends we will gladly arrange that with the sale of tickets in advance. - Dale Townsend, milagrodale[-at-]yahoo.com, 145-0219, Todos Santos
Second Annual Palapa Society Tianguis (Yard Sale) - Cleaning up after Norbert? Just returned to Todos Santos with more stuff than you thought you owned? We want those items that you stored in your bodega and have no use for! Remember, save the date, November 22, Saturday after Thanksgiving, for the second Palapa yard sale. If you have items to donate, you may drop small things at the Palapa Society (library) or call Susan 145 0821 and we will devise a plan to pick them up. We would love furniture, clothing, art items, kitchen ware, ANYTHING that could be sold! Also seeking baked goods on the day of the sale. Proceeds benefit the scholarship program (high school and college), the after school English program and many other great causes. Don't miss this!!! It's an easy way to make a difference. - Susan, timsudoyle[-at-]hotmail.com, Todos Santos
Art Show In La Paz - "Anonymous Artist Small Format" ART SHOW In La Paz opening and art sale on Saturday, Oct. 18 at 7:30 P.M. at the "GALERIA GATO NEGRO" Belisario Dominguez, between 16th of September and Independencia, next door to the Juarez Theater, downtown La Paz.. All artwork (paintings, graphics and relief sculptures) will be the same size (5 x 7 inches) and the same price ($600pesos). Come and enjoy the work of a couple dozen of the best artists in B.CS.. - Nora White, newm[-at-]prodigy.net.mx, La Paz
Regalos Del Mar - a secundo/consighment/flea market at Canada del Diablo will be held every other Saturday starting November 8, 2008, 9:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. If you have unique treasures in good condition that you want to sell, I will be accepting items to sell on consignment on Sat., Oct. 25 and Sat., Nov. 1 from 9:00 A.M. until noon at Canada del Diablo. - Pamela Cobb, senoracobb[-at-]yahoo.com, 612-155-0622, Todos Santos
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CFE Electricity Bill. - My recent electricity bill was $1600 (U.S.D.) after having been $40 (U.S.D.) for years. It is physically impossible for my house to have used this much when I have been away. My compadre has spoken w/ CFE regarding the bill but so far no resolution. Has any one else had a similar problem? Any ideas how to approach this? Please let me know. Thanks, John Chiles, johnchiles[-at-]sbcglobal.net, Pescadero
La Pinta No Longer Allowing Pets? (Courtesy, Baja Pony Express) - I just noticed that the former La Pinta hotels, now part of the Desert Inn chain, now state "no pets" in their property descriptions for all of their locations. Has anyone tried to stay at one of the former La Pinta hotels, with a dog, recently? We were planning on driving down to LB this year with our dog and were counting on staying at the various hotels previously known as La Pinta. Any info or suggestions would be welcome. - Val & Jim Murrey, valmurrey[-at-]rockisland.com
Increase in Late Renewal Fines for FM2/FM3 - Immigration is changing their fines for late renewals. Now if you are late in your renewal, the fine could be very expensive, $4,000 to $4,500 pesos. If you are late with your renewal more than 6 months, immigration will completely cancel your FM2 or FM3 document and issue a new one after you pay the fine. - Ivan Martinez, mc_sc27[-at-]hotmail.com, 6123489664, La Paz
Canceling Temporary Car Import Permits (Courtesy, Baja Pony Express) - You cannot cancel your temporary car import permit in La Paz/Pichilingue! Only at border crossings (except Tecate). If you want to leave your car in Baja, you better cross in Tijuana and drive down Mex 1. It's not that bad! We had to cancel our sticker last year, finally e-mailed the issuing agency "banjercito" and received immediate info. including Google map where to go in Tijuana to cancel, which we finally did on our next way down. That was the situation last April! Need more, contact: wschust33[-at-]gmail.com
Making your "Final Arrangements" (Courtesy, Baja Pony Express) - In addition to all the legal information recently posted about preparing for your ultimate departure, if you want to help those you leave behind with your "final arrangements" check out: http://www.mywonderfullife.com
Ride Or Caravan South Dec 1st - I will be driving south, as we've done the past fourteen years, around the first of December. I have a large pick up truck with a crew cab and all the conveniences; AC,AutoTrans, Sat.Radio, Power converter, etc. I have an excellent driving record. I do not drive at night, usually start off about 8:30-9:00 after a nice breakfast and pull in to a motel about 4-5 PM. I have my three corgi size dogs in kennels in the crew part of the truck. I'm open to having a woman passenger. You would get your own room. I will leave the San Francisco area and drive to Todos Santos, BCS. - Elizabeth, EHcoz[-at-]aol.com, 650-726-1830
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Curvas Peligrosas - First performance of the season at Hotel California on Thursday October 23rd/08. Join us for an evening of great entertainment, Isabel Smyth lead vocals and guitar, Lars Pointer on hot lead guitar, Raul Cavazos on drums, and new this season the incredible Jose Vargas on bass and vocals. from 7:30 P.M. bluemooninbaja[-at-]yahoo.com -
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Used Television/television Usado - Looking for a used television, small or medium size in good working condition. Buscamos un tele usado, pequeño o mediano, en buen condicion. Gracias - Tracy Monk Durland, mazytronk[-at-]hotmail.com, 612 142 3378
Woman's Wet Suit Wanted - If you have a full-length wet suit you don't wear anymore, I'm interested. Size medium. Give me a call at 122-8694. - Lee Moore, bajalee[-at-]aol.com, 122 8694, Todos Santos
Need Guitar - I didn't bring down my guitar and am now sorry for it. Looking for a decent acoustical 6 string, steel strings, with or without case. "Beater" is okay if she still sings. I have been playing for 40 years and should have known better but there you go. Would RENT or buy. - David Yager, david[-at-]alderwood.com, 612-119-9710, Todos Santos
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2005 Ford Explorer 4 X 4, $12,000 (Photo at Right>>>) - Less than 45,000 miles, the third row seats seven, roof rack, power everything, runs perfectly. Only the CD player doesn't work, otherwise the car is perfect. Transferrable extended factory warranty to 100k miles. Already down in Baja, although not imported (it is registered in Nevada). If you're coming down for the season, need a car and don't want to make the drive, why not consider buying this great, reliable SUV. Contact me by phone in the U.S. at 970-389-3490 or Lisagreenco[-at-]hotmail.com - Lisa Green
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Thanksgiving Week Available - Maritas Casitas are still available for Thanksgiving - call soon!
Looking For Roommate - I live behind Costco(Cabo San Lucas) on a private road and am looking for a roommate. HUGE bedroom, sitting area with extra large walk-in closet with view of Land's End from your bed. Actually this is the best room in the house. Rent is $650 a month. Electric, gas, water, and satellite are not included. Looking for a quiet non-smoking roommate. If interested please email me Thanks, Marcie Schwieterman, marciescoutcabo[-at-]hotmail.com, Cabo San Lucas
Baja Sur Rental Wanted -House-share, room, cottage or tent-space wanted. Single, quiet, tidy person. Local Refs. Not too expensive or exchange for handyman/housekeeping etc. Nov-Jan or part of this time.- Becky Reinhart, vecbec2000[-at-]yahoo.com, 907 299 0356, Todos Santos
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Beach Front Lot - Price Reduction - Best beach front lot in the Todos Santos area. Located in Las Tunas on Paseo de las Dunas. 60 mts of beach front on 1.25 acre lot. Water installed. Electric is hot and one block away. Building permit issued on this lot. Some palm trees planted. Just reduced from $649k uU.S.to $597k U.S. (about $120 U.S. per m2). Owner willing to carry SOME payments. A great buy! Milagro Real Estate - Dale Townsend, milagrodale[-at-]yahoo.com, www.milagrorealestate.com, 145-0219
Healthful Weight Loss Group Forming - within the next few weeks. Exact day and time will be determined by participants. The course will include an initial diagnostic workup and acupuncture treatment, then weekly ear acupuncture. If you are interested in participating, let me know your top 3 choices for start date, day of the week and time. If you are interested, but want to ask questions, please call or email. - Jane Sipe, L. Ac., jasi57[-at-]juno.com, 145-0110
Third Annual Sacred Healers Retreat Nov 9-14, 2008 - In these times where less is scary and more just isn't enough, we invite you on a self-exploratory journey into the "Colours of Abundance." Six days, five nights lodging at the beachfront Agave Hotel. Swim, snorkel, relax. Food, meditations, dance, art, spa treatments and more. All inclusive $1,700 U.S. double or $2,240 single. Contact sacredhealersretreat[-at-]hotmail.com or call Anni Scott within Mexico 01-555-264-5219 or Patricia in the US 1-619-819-9212 - Patricia J Huff, pjedge[-at-]hotmail.com, Pescadero
Audio And Video Consulting - We've expanded our services to include custom audio and video consulting and installation services for home entertainment and communications systems.
Gringo Gazette - Oct. 16, 2008
Serving Baja California Sur, México. The Gringo Gazette is the most widely distributed English newspaper in Baja. Readers number over 38,000 every two weeks. All of them are potential customers for your business here in La Paz.
We have received many testimonials, such as, “This is the only place to advertise and get real results for our business.” This, from Arely Tile.
Beginning in November the Gringo Gazette is including an insert section that will be all about La Paz, with La Paz oriented articles that will promote the city as a destination for North Americans. The goal is to motivate people to come up from Los Cabos, so this will be a great place for La Paz businesses to advertise.
It costs you only about 2 cents to reach each reader, all of whom are potential customers. Cost depends, of course, on the size of the ad. Currently, the Gringo Gazette is aggressively moving into La Paz with more distribution racks.
I encourage you to contact me for information about running an ad in the new La Paz section. There is no other advertising vehicle where your cost to reach your target market is so low. For example, the Directory of Services section is only $16.00 an issue, and The Restaurant Guide is only $2 per line.
Please email or call me for a brief in person meeting, or I can send you a copy of the rates. I can show you how to get the most bang for your advertising buck, help you create your ad, and get the reach and frequency you need to build your business ever larger and more prosperous. Cellular: 612-141-3449, Home Phone: 612 -1280606, The Gringo Gazette - Sherry Lee Duncan, sherryleeduncan[-at-]aol.com, 612 141 3449 cell, La Paz
Need Privacy, Boundaries Or Shade? - We are experts in all types of fence construction including: cut Palo de Arco and Carrizo, living fences of Bouganvilla and Palo de Arco, typical Ranch Style fences (posts with wire), or any combination of these. Also available Carrizo and Palo de Arco privacy screens, media sombras (shade structures) or enclosures. Available in Todos Santos and Pescadero. - German Agundez, 145-0353, Todos Santos
Computer Problems? - Vista driving you through the window? I can downgrade you to XP. Wifi not wifing? I have seven years of wireless internet experience here in Baja. Hard Drive Crash? 23 years experience in data recovery and computer repair. Reasonable rates. - Scott Cole, Scott[-at-]lgcc.com, 612-134-0684
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Quote of the Day: " I finally figured out the only reason to be alive is to enjoy it. " - Rita Mae Brown
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