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[email protected] http://mazatlanlife.com Carnaval 2017 Calendar All amounts are in pesos each month for the edition ahead in order to VISIT US CONTRIBUTING WRITERS be considered in the paper. Av. Camarón Sábalo #2601 L-11, Sábalo Mazatlan Jack, Christine Yerbic, Design: Raquel De Figueroa ADVERTISING Country (below Los Zarapes Rest.) MazatlanLife, The Love Doctors, C. [email protected] Thursday February 23rd to Tuesday February 28, 2017 We have the right to reject or edit all We offer display and classified ads, charged per month, prices plus I.V.A. We also offer CALL US Michaels, Adriana Toledo, Jed Vaughn, submissions and ads as we see fit. Hospital Sharp, Carol Sinclair, C.P.A Mazatlan’s Pacific Pearl is published monthly online display ads, banners and online Local dial 913 0117 or 913 4411 The theme of the 119th year of Carnaval is De Alebrijes y Dragones - dragons and the creative Oaxacan folk-art sculptures. This is one by Michael J. Veselik, Reg. 540998, Publisher, Business Directory. US 011 52 (669) 913 44 11 / 913 0117 Arturo de Cima & Orlando Gotay. big party that celebrates old traditions along with modern music and floats. Thousands of tourists arrive from all over Mexico to be part of this extravaganza – from parades, to fireworks, to fabulous entertainment. The election of the queens takes place on February 4, so at From the drunk behaviour, abuse of any form - any press time we do not know who "La Reina" is. But what we do know is, not everyone woman can be a queen; you must be born in EMERGENCY 911 INFORMATION BY problem you feel needs action or you are Mazatlan or lived in Mazatlan for three years, can't be a mother, nor pregnant, nor married and be between the ages of 17 - 25 on the anxious about. A Mexican friend tested it, and they told him “most often” there is an day of the crowning. It’s really much more than stilettos and fancy dresses; it’s a position of honour and respect. Publisher’sBY MICHAEL VESELIK Desk English speaking person to assist you. For The street party in Centro begins on Thursday February 23 and goes for six nights, with the final night being Tuesday February 28. those of you who have Spanish-speaking Emergency number - two things. The friends who have been previously timid or Music stages along Olas Altas compete for your listening and dancing pleasure. The beer is flowing, the Malecon is jam packed, so emergency number has now switched over cautious about making a report you may travel lightly. Tickets for all events are purchased at the Angela Peralta box office, even for the baseball stadium. Box office hours [in CARNAVAL FUN!!!!! to 911 - it’s no longer 066. The city has want to pass this on. Just launched last week, also launched a campaign encouraging all the “ciudadana/anónima” service hopes it Centro, on Carnaval in the Plazuela Machado] will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The kiosk, outside the theatre, is et in the mood for the 2017 Mazatlán town... It is widely known that the coolest citizens to call 911 - but now the caller is able will get citizens involved in making Mazatlan open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are also available at the Gran Plaza, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Entrance fee to the to lodge an anonymous report. Prior to this, Carnaval with your own Carnaval ex-pats wear our shirts proudly! Be cool too! a safer place. [obviously your caller id, if party on Olas Altas, for the first time in years, is free. Allow time to get onto Olas Altas; there are entry points and the security checks T-Shirt! For the last 20 some years, Made of 100% top of the line shrink you had to provide your name. Officials want you haven’t turned it off, is stored, but the G you to report a robbery, rude behaviour, can slow things down. Last year people some people waited hours to join of the party, so please be patient. [events during Carnaval the Pacific Pearl has designed and marketed resistant cotton, fade resistant and a promise is to NEVER follow-up.] high quality shirts to celebrate the Mazatlán collectible. Available in vibrant Carnaval rarely change, but new music could be added, visit MazatlanLife.com often so you don't miss out.] Carnaval, as our fundraiser for our full time colors, too. our advertisers and thanks to them we have staff through the summer hard months. This So, get your 2017 Pacific Pearl Carnaval survived 24 ½ years in the tourism industry also helps to keep us going as a viable, free T-Shirts TODAY! in Mazatlan without a peso from any local, Saturday 4: Elección de reinas, the election of the queens: Always people are in the running, and the Mexicans always wonder who will periodical that is available online in your On Sale at: Pacific Pearl Office Only. state, or federal agency. ExchangePeso Chart THE EASYRate WAY an exciting evening at the Angela Peralta. It has great musical be chosen to burn in effigy. Last year was Donald Trump! Olas absence and waiting for you on your next Please check the map for location. Times Saludos MX$21 $1.00 MX$16 numbers and the candidates have many costume changes (in sky- Altas, 9 p.m. Free. visit. Every year the Pacific Pearl produces a open are 9:15 to 5:30pm Mon- Friday. Sat Michael Veselik limited number of special edition Carnaval 10am to 3pm. MAP MX$42 $2.00 MX$32 high heels) as well as answering important questions from the Saturday 25: Combate Naval/ Naval battle fought on the quality T-shirts In case you didn’t know we (the people MX$63 $3.00 MX$48 judges. It’s a serious process and like all beauty pageants, tension water (and the shore) with fireworks: Olas Altas, 10:30 p.m. Start These colorful, fun T- shirts have become that make pesos), have lost ground against MX$84 $4.00 MX$64 and excitement is in the air. Angela Peralta, 7 p.m., $400 - $600 collectibles, with visitors returning year after both the Canadian and U.S. dollar, in thinking about reserving your viewing spot- Casa Lucila’s, The year to buy the newest design to wear and percentage wise, that’s a loss of 45% to MX$105 $5.00 MX$80 Wednesday 22: Inauguración de la muestra gastronónmica/food Freeman, a friend’s condo - any place high up, these choreographed keep. The atmosphere of the Carnaval is 60% purchasing power respectively, over MX$126 $6.00 MX$96 fair exhibition in Plazuela Machado. Mingle with kings and queens fireworks to music are not to be missed. Free. always fun, music and laughter, and this three years. MX$147 $7.00 MX$112 elegant design is made by Rachel, the On a very special note of supporting and sample special foods prepared by restaurants surrounding the Sunday 26: First Carnaval Parade/Primer AMERICAN DOLLARS AMERICAN PACIFIC PEARL’S very own designer. The the Pearl, we want to give a BIG THANKS MX$168 $8.00 MX$128 DOLLARS CANADIAN square. There will be regional dishes and delicious desserts served 2017 T-Shirt captures the spirit of festivity; to all of our advertisers!!! We encourage MX$189 $9.00 MX$144 Desfile de Carnaval :starts at 5:30 p.m. at dancing, parades, international shows and each of you readers to frequent the places every day during Carnaval starting at 2 p.m. MX$210 $10.00 MX$160 the Fisherman’s Monument/Monumento al drinking beers in the streets. Salud! advertised with us and let them know you Friday 17: Velada de las Artes/ The evening of the Arts: Maestro Pescador and goes north to Valentino’s on And like you may have heard around found them in the Pacific Pearl. We trust pesos (these are approximate) Enrique Patrón de Rueda will be conducting the la Orquesta Rafael Buelna. Themed floats and loads of Sinfónica Sinaloa [OSSLA] in an evening of Tchaikovsky live music. Unlike any other parade you STRANGER IN PARADISE by Mazatlán Jack RELIGIOUS Espectacular! Joining them are the Camerata Mazatlan and the Coro have ever seen – party like a Mazatleco! IGLESIA PRESBITERIANA “SION” 07 “Political Balance” SERVICES Coromuel 232, Playa Sur Tel: 985-0308 Servicios Guillermo Sarabia. Angela Peralta 8 p.m., $300 - $550 Free. Here's the route with approximate Dominicales: 11:30 am & 6 pm ALEBRIJES times: 5:30, Av. Rotarismo; 6, Hotel de Cima; CATEDRAL BASÍLICA KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAH WITNESSES Surreal Folk Art 09 Thursday 23: Coronation of the King of Benito Juárez y Canizales Tel. 981-3352 Av. de la Marina No. 899, Sat. 3 p.m., Tues. 6 7, Lola Betrán; 7:30 Hotel de Sol; 7:45 p.m., Tel. 988-0799 / Centro Sunday 10 a.m., Av. THE AHH OF MAZATLÁN by C. Michaels Happiness/ Coronación del Rey de la Alegria: Set CALVARY CHAPEL MARANATHA Cuauhtémoc 1410, Col. Burócratas, Tourism; 8, El Toro Bravo; 8:30 Valentino's. Nondenominational Bilingual Christian Church Tel 669-150-5567 10 “THEY.ARE.HERE” to the backdrop of El Coyote y su Banda Tierra Ave Miguel Aleman & Dr Carbajal # 616 Col. Santa band -popular regional music. Free. 7:30 p.m. Monday 27: Children’s Costume Ball/Baile Infantil: Salón Centro LA IGLESIA DE JESUCRISTO DE LOS MEAT ASIDE by Adriana Toledo Wed. 6:30pm; Sun 10am 664-109-1191 or SANTOS DE LOS ULTIMOS DÍAS “How much sharing is too much sharing?” along Olas Altas. Spectaculare, 10:00 a.m., on Av. Camaron Sabalo in front of the 669-112-1798 Facebook: Capilla Calvario/Cal- Sun. 11am - 2pm Dr. Rafael Domínguez #401 16 Hotel Quijote Inn. vary Chapel Maranatha Col. Palos Prietos, Tel. 982-8396 COOKING IN MEXICO by Christine Yerbic Friday 24: Coronation pageant for Queen of the CHURCH OF CHRIST NEW APOSTOLIC CHURCH 17 “Bloody Mary Soup” flower games/Coronación Reina de los Juegos Monday 27: Coronation of the Child Queen of Carnaval/ Juan de la Barrera #1401, Col. Olímpica Tel. Sunday 10 a.m. Col. Francisco Villa, 668-3159, Sunday 10-12, Wednesday 5 Tel. 983-9716 THE LOVE DOCTORS Florales: La Orquesta Sinfónica Sinaloa de las Artes Coronación de la Reina Infantil: Reik, a popular Mexican band will CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (CHRISTIAN SALVATION ARMY by Michael & Phyllis Giammatteo 20 [OSSLA] and Coro Angela Peralta all directed by Maestro Enrique perform. The group's name actually means "rake" - as in raking the CHURCH) Sun. 12 p.m., Gutiérrez Nájera #514 Ote. Tel. 5 de Mayo y Melchor Ocampo Centro, English 982-3453 Capt. Eric Ramírez Cel. 669 189 3300 HEALTH MATTERS by Hospital Sharp Mazatlán Patrón de Rueda. They will be joined by the headliner Susana guitar's strings. Estadio Teodoro Mariscal/ Baseball Stadium, 6:30 services Sun. at 9:00 a.m., Tel. 985-1607 “Hemodialysis” November through April SAN JUDAS TADEO 21 Zabaleta, a Mexican singer and actress, and Mariachi Vargas de p.m. $100 - $700. Later in the evening, at 11 p.m., Julión Alvarez's Av. Mojarra #55 Fracc. Sábalo Country Club, Tecaliltán. Estadio Teodoro Mariscal/Baseball Stadium. 8:30 p.m., band will perform on Olas Altas - Gran Espectaculo de lunes de CRISTO REDENTOR LUTERANO 8:45 am English Mass Tel. 916-6246 SPIRIT OF STONE ISLAND Carvajal #1205 Sur Centro. 5:00 p.m Español, by Jed Vaughn 22 $100-$700. Carnaval/great performance on the Monday of Carnaval, $50 entry Tel. 981-3636 TEMPLO DE CRISTO REY Cañonero Tampico y Germán Evers, Tel. IT’S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR AGAIN to the street, this night only. HAR ZION CHRISTIAN MESSIANIC 985-1604 Saturday 25: Coronation pageant CONGREGATION 22 by Carol Sinclair Sat. 5p.m. Cerro Boludo 109. Lomas de Mazatlán. TEMPLO DE LA SAGRADA FAMILIA for the Queen of Carnaval / Tuesday 28: Second Carnaval Parade/Segundo Cell (6691) 48-77-30. www.harzionweb.org Cisne #2 Fracc. Gaviotas Tel. 913 0340 y 913 CONTENTS MOST IMPORTANT THING TO KNOW Coronación Reina del Carnaval: Desfile de Carnaval: 4:30 p.m. from the 5034, English services at 8:50 a.m. on Sunday by C.P.A. Arturo de Cima 25 IGLESIA ADVENTISTA DEL 7o. DÍA from November to April. Gloria Trevi is the main attraction Aquarium south along the Malecon to Miguel Río Evora y Trop. de Cáncer. Col. Estero. Tel. 985-2511 THE VINEYARD CHURCH THE FOREIGN CORPORATION-DANGER - she's a Mexican pop rock singer Aleman. It’s a mini version of the Sunday parade, English services, Sundays at 9 a.m., La Viña 26 by Orlando Gotay Culto Español, Sun. 11 a.m. Tel. 916-5114 and songwriter. It's priced by but still has many floats. Here's the route and the Essential Phone Numbers 8 Mazatlán Map 18-19 zones: from $200 - $1200 Estadio approximate times: 4:30, Av. Universidad; 5, Teodoro Mariscal/ Baseball Lola Beltrán; 5:45, Hotel de Cima; 6, Hotel Welcome to Mazatlan 10 Org. & Donations 24 Stadium, 6:30 p.m. Plaza Marina; 7:15, Av. Zaragoza; and then Restaurant Guide 11-17 Hotel Directory 26 Saturday 25: Burning of the along Olas Altas.

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http://mazatlanlife.com Carnaval 2017 Calendar All amounts are in pesos Thursday February 23rd to Tuesday February 28, 2017

The theme of the 119th year of Carnaval is De Alebrijes y Dragones - dragons and the creative Oaxacan folk-art sculptures. This is one big party that celebrates old traditions along with modern music and floats. Thousands of tourists arrive from all over Mexico to be part of this extravaganza – from parades, to fireworks, to fabulous entertainment. The election of the queens takes place on February 4, so at press time we do not know who "La Reina" is. But what we do know is, not everyone woman can be a queen; you must be born in Mazatlan or lived in Mazatlan for three years, can't be a mother, nor pregnant, nor married and be between the ages of 17 - 25 on the day of the crowning. It’s really much more than stilettos and fancy dresses; it’s a position of honour and respect. The street party in Centro begins on Thursday February 23 and goes for six nights, with the final night being Tuesday February 28. Music stages along Olas Altas compete for your listening and dancing pleasure. The beer is flowing, the Malecon is jam packed, so travel lightly. Tickets for all events are purchased at the Angela Peralta box office, even for the baseball stadium. Box office hours [in Centro, on Carnaval in the Plazuela Machado] will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The kiosk, outside the theatre, is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are also available at the Gran Plaza, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Entrance fee to the party on Olas Altas, for the first time in years, is free. Allow time to get onto Olas Altas; there are entry points and the security checks can slow things down. Last year people some people waited hours to join of the party, so please be patient. [events during Carnaval rarely change, but new music could be added, visit MazatlanLife.com often so you don't miss out.]

Saturday 4: Elección de reinas, the election of the queens: Always people are in the running, and the Mexicans always wonder who will an exciting evening at the Angela Peralta. It has great musical be chosen to burn in effigy. Last year was Donald Trump! Olas numbers and the candidates have many costume changes (in sky- Altas, 9 p.m. Free. high heels) as well as answering important questions from the Saturday 25: Combate Naval/ Naval battle fought on the judges. It’s a serious process and like all beauty pageants, tension water (and the shore) with fireworks: Olas Altas, 10:30 p.m. Start and excitement is in the air. Angela Peralta, 7 p.m., $400 - $600 thinking about reserving your viewing spot- Casa Lucila’s, The Wednesday 22: Inauguración de la muestra gastronónmica/food Freeman, a friend’s condo - any place high up, these choreographed fair exhibition in Plazuela Machado. Mingle with kings and queens fireworks to music are not to be missed. Free. and sample special foods prepared by restaurants surrounding the Sunday 26: First Carnaval Parade/Primer square. There will be regional dishes and delicious desserts served Desfile de Carnaval :starts at 5:30 p.m. at every day during Carnaval starting at 2 p.m. the Fisherman’s Monument/Monumento al Friday 17: Velada de las Artes/ The evening of the Arts: Maestro Pescador and goes north to Valentino’s on Enrique Patrón de Rueda will be conducting the la Orquesta Rafael Buelna. Themed floats and loads of Sinfónica Sinaloa [OSSLA] in an evening of Tchaikovsky live music. Unlike any other parade you Espectacular! Joining them are the Camerata Mazatlan and the Coro have ever seen – party like a Mazatleco! Guillermo Sarabia. Angela Peralta 8 p.m., $300 - $550 Free. Here's the route with approximate Thursday 23: Coronation of the King of times: 5:30, Av. Rotarismo; 6, Hotel de Cima; Happiness/ Coronación del Rey de la Alegria: Set 7, Lola Betrán; 7:30 Hotel de Sol; 7:45 to the backdrop of El Coyote y su Banda Tierra Tourism; 8, El Toro Bravo; 8:30 Valentino's. Santa band -popular regional music. Free. 7:30 p.m. Monday 27: Children’s Costume Ball/Baile Infantil: Salón along Olas Altas. Spectaculare, 10:00 a.m., on Av. Camaron Sabalo in front of the Friday 24: Coronation pageant for Queen of the Hotel Quijote Inn. flower games/Coronación Reina de los Juegos Monday 27: Coronation of the Child Queen of Carnaval/ Florales: La Orquesta Sinfónica Sinaloa de las Artes Coronación de la Reina Infantil: Reik, a popular Mexican band will [OSSLA] and Coro Angela Peralta all directed by Maestro Enrique perform. The group's name actually means "rake" - as in raking the Patrón de Rueda. They will be joined by the headliner Susana guitar's strings. Estadio Teodoro Mariscal/ Baseball Stadium, 6:30 Zabaleta, a Mexican singer and actress, and Mariachi Vargas de p.m. $100 - $700. Later in the evening, at 11 p.m., Julión Alvarez's Tecaliltán. Estadio Teodoro Mariscal/Baseball Stadium. 8:30 p.m., band will perform on Olas Altas - Gran Espectaculo de lunes de $100-$700. Carnaval/great performance on the Monday of Carnaval, $50 entry Saturday 25: Coronation pageant to the street, this night only. for the Queen of Carnaval / Tuesday 28: Second Carnaval Parade/Segundo Coronación Reina del Carnaval: Desfile de Carnaval: 4:30 p.m. from the Gloria Trevi is the main attraction Aquarium south along the Malecon to Miguel - she's a Mexican pop rock singer Aleman. It’s a mini version of the Sunday parade, and songwriter. It's priced by but still has many floats. Here's the route and the zones: from $200 - $1200 Estadio approximate times: 4:30, Av. Universidad; 5, Teodoro Mariscal/ Baseball Lola Beltrán; 5:45, Hotel de Cima; 6, Hotel Stadium, 6:30 p.m. Plaza Marina; 7:15, Av. Zaragoza; and then Saturday 25: Burning of the along Olas Altas. Bad Humour/Quema del mal [If you are planning ahead for Carnaval 2018, humor;each year political or “outspoken” it's from Thursday February 8 to Tuesday February 13.]

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http://mazatlanlife.com Arts & Entertainment Calendar All amounts are in pesos Three Classical Music Concerts, Rod Stewart, Maz Rocks-the-Beach Fest, Elvis, Johnny Cash, The Big Easy Weekend. [The Angela Peralta Theater [APT] is located on Carnaval in Centro; the box office is open from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Expect to pay in pesos. Casa Haas [CH] is also located in Centro on the corner of Heriberto Frias and Mariano Escobedo; all tickets for Casa Haas must be purchased at the Angela Peralta box office. February is a month full of surprises - stay current and connected by visiting MazatlanLife.com often] Friday 3: ArtWalk: Centro artists fling open their studio doors and invite you Friday 17, Saturday 18, Sunday 19: The Big Easy Weekend celebrates to look at their work. It's a free self-guided tour and you have the opportunity the 8th Annual Mardi Gras Party featuring the Cats 'n' Jammers's Jazz to meet many artists. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. And again on March 3rd. Band. This popular imported Dixieland Jazz band offers you two nights of Sunday 5: Gordon Campbell's Sunday Concert: a trio of Bach, Handel and New Orleans Jazz in the courtyard of El Shrimp Bucket [the 17 & 18]. The Copland. Handel's concerto no 6; Bach's Cello Suite No 2; Copland's jazz starts at 6 p.m., and the price is $650 which includes all you can drink Appalachian Spring. Noon, $300. APT beer, wine and margaritas plus a choice of shrimp or chicken dinners. Tickets available at the Shrimp Bucket which is open every day Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8: Twisted Mama's from 7:30 a.m.- on Olas Altas at the "deer presents Rod Stewart. From London Ontario, Doug roundabout." Sunday 19 brings The Big Easy Brunch Varty's Rod Stewart's impersonation celebrates the at Gaia Bistrot: Cats 'n Jammers, carries on into the crooners greatest hits. To reserve call 669 129 2021. streets of the Plazuela Machado. Gaia is hosting a Your $750 ticket includes a buffet dinner at 6 p.m., New Orlean's style brunch from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.; [National drinks, beer, house wine]. expect mint juleps, gin fizzes and Bloody Marys and Sunday 12: Gordon Campbell's Sunday Concert: a food pairing of jambalaya, and three other brunch Voz en punto/voice on point. This ensemble of choices. The cost is $600 and that includes Mexican voices captures "the voice of the country" everything! Reserve soon, Gaia Bistrot, Plazuela or known as "The King's Singers." Noon, $300. APT Machado, Heriberto Frias [closed Mondays] opens at 12:30 a.m. or call to reserve 112 2525. Monday 13: The Mazatlan Comedy Club presents Corny Rempel as Elvis and Johnny Cash. Corny is so popular his February Sunday 19: Gordon Campbell's Sunday Concert: Schubert - Octet in F 12 show sold out! Now's your chance to see this amazing singer/ major D. "The Octet boasts the largest scale for any chamber work by impersonator. There’s a delicious buffet, an open bar – all in the wonderful Schubert, composed in 1824, commissioned by the renowned clarinetist venue of the Venado Showroom, Hotel Playa Mazatlan. Tickets are $600, in Ferdinand Troyer. It is scored for a clarinet, a bassoon, a horn, two violins, a the lobby of the Hotel Playa. Cash only. You can reserve by e mailing viola, a cello and a double base." Noon and 5 p.m. $300. [CH] Elizabeth at: [email protected]. Show starts at 7 p.m., Wednesday 22: Ranch Fiesta at the Rancho Limones: Always a popular doors open at 5:30 p.m. event - this is a trip back in time to the 150 year-old ranch of Rancho Limones Monday 13: Maz Rocks the Beach but with a very modern twist; your $750 ticket includes a sumptuous bbq Concert: Five-hundred rock fans attended prepared by renowned Chef Diego Becerra and all you can drink margaritas. the last concert! The line-up: 1 p.m. - You may even see a magnificent Andalucía-style horse show. Bus Kraken; 2 p.m. -Los Cryps; 3 p.m.- transportation is provided and this fiesta is from noon until 4 p.m. To book Adiccion; 4 p.m. - Beggars Banquet ; 5 p.m - your ticket, and arrange for bus pick-up, please call owner and host Marcela Kannon. The bands rock from one until six [doors open de la Vega at 669 116 9798 or e mail her: [email protected] at noon], Tickets available at Twisted Mama's, $180, [closed Tuesday 28 and Wednesday March 1: Twisted Mama's presents Johnny Mondays, opens at 4 p.m.] The rock-fest takes place at the Baraka Beach Cash: From Oklahoma Philip Bauer is an award- winning entertainer. Tickets Club. Beer and soft drinks are $20, other alcoholic drinks, $40. Twisted available at: [email protected], or call 669 129 2021]. $750 ticket Mama's food truck is available with appropriate rock-concert nourishment. includes buffet dinner at 6 p.m., open bar [National drinks, beer, house wine].

Syndicated from MazatlanLife.com, © Copyright 2017 MazatlanLife.com. All rights reserved. Printed with permission. [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 7 Stranger in Paradise BY MAZATLÁN JACK Political Balance t is often a good idea to listen and learn, and wise old Mexico Ihas many great ideas that young upstarts such as the US might prove wise to heed. First of all, a president serves six years with no reelection, so he doesn’t neglect his duties while campaigning, and election years are fewer and farther between. Sound good to you, too? Better yet, there is no overt campaigning allowed until six weeks before the election. Can you dig it? Same with governorships, mayoralties, it all stems from the beer from a store in Olas Altas by revolution of a hundred years ago showing their underarm hair instead or so. The gist of it is, don’t let the of an ID. But I must admit, a stricter scoundrels get too well entrenched. enforcement policy with respect to Here in Mexico, universal voter deranged maniac drivers, especially registration is not only encouraged motorcyclists, would suit me but necessary, as the standard just fine. These bikers and ID card is not your driver’s scooterists just roar along license, it’s your voter’s “Give wherever they see fit, card. And instead of me liberty including pedestrian bridges a jumbled gerryrigged or give me and sidewalks (which electoral college, it’s a true death!” are also fine for parking democracy, with all votes cars, trucks, whatever). Let being equal. Election day is the pedestrian beware is the on Sunday, when most people prevailing rule, and even an old have spare time to get in line to anarchist like me wouldn’t mind a vote. Weirdest of all, alcohol sales little more law enforcement in the are banned on election weekend. area of traffic control. Mercifully, in tourist havens (including Meanwhile, in Gringolandia, you Mazatlán), certain designated outlets get caught eating a candy bar on are allowed to sell to foreigners who the bus because you can’t afford can’t vote and might as well get McDonald’s, you receive a fine you sloshed. can’t pay on time, so They tack on You’ve heard the old joke about the another fine, next thing you know Norteamericano heading south and you’re homeless and prisonbound, the Mexican heading north, asking all part of Their plan. The founding each other what they are seeking? fathers tried to do away with debtor’s The American says freedom, and prisons, but the catch is, if you owe the Mexican says justice. Wouldn’t it the government money, off to jail. be nice to achieve a balance? In my Where is the balance? arrogant opinion, Mexico has a little But seriously, folks, seeing as how too much freedom, and up north the problems of us little people don’t “justice” is a bit overbearing. amount to a hill of beans in this crazy I appreciate being able to jaywalk world, I guess I’ll take my chances with impunity. I find it funny that down here in good old Mexico. Like my seventeen year old son and old firebrand Patrick Henry said, his surfer pals were able to buy “Give me liberty or give me death!” 8 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117 ESSENTIAL PHONE NUMBERS CONSULATES TOURIST SAFETY RED CROSS 065 GOVERNMENT DEPTS 982-2404 Maz Tourism Office 915-6600 Emergency 981-3690 Port Captain 981-2204 U.S. CONSULATE IN HERMOSILLO 914-3222 Hours: 9a.m.-5 p.m., Mon-Fri. Closed Mexican DA for Tourists Marina Hospital 913-1020 Immigration Office 981-4137 / 4136 and U.S. Federal holidays. Call 01-(662)217- POLICE SHARP Hospital 986-7911 City Hall 982-2111 Emergency Assistance 911 Del Mar Clinic 983-1524 Customs Office 981-1570 / 6109 2375 for officer. 01-900-849-4949 for visa appt. 986-8126 web: http:// hermosillo.usconsulate.gov Tourist Police & others San Martín Clinic 984-4475 Airport Police 982-2088 Traffic Police (Tránsito) 983-2816 Military Hospital 981-2079 Municipal Bus 982-2997 U.S. CONSULATE IN NOGALES State Police 985-5311 Divina Providencia 982-4011 Civil Registry (Marriage) 983-0478 Hours: 8a.m.-4:30p.m., Mon-Fri. Call 01- Federal Highway Police 980-6880 (631)913-4820 for appt. UTILITIES FIRE DEPARTMENT 068 OTHER Water (Jumapam) 073 (Av. Gabriel Leyva) 981-2769 Bus Station 982-8351 U.S. CONSULAR AGENCY IN MAZATLÁN. Electricity (CFE) 071 (Av. Insurgentes) 983-9920 Baja Ferries 985-0471 Playa Gaviotas 202, Local 10, across from Hotel Gas Leaks 981-0505 from cell phone Telcel *116 Post Office 981-2121 Playa Mazatlán. U.S. Consular Agent Noelle Movistar *068 Flores Notary Stamp $50 USD. Phone number: 01 (81) 8047-3145, After hours number: 01 55 5080 2000, from the US: 011-52-81-8047-3145 email: [email protected] web: as charging stations available at the Vineyard 1-800 dial 001-880 http:// hermosillo.usconsulate.gov. To call the Church weekdays from 9:00 am-2:00 pm., 1-888 dial 001-881 American Embassy in Mexico City, dial 01-52- Tuesday through Fridays. Hotels can assist with 1-877 dial 001-882 555-080-2000 long distance calls and dialing direct. 1-866 dial 001-883 CONSULAR AGENCY OF CANADA IN MEXICAN PHONE CODES REPORT CREDIT CARD MAZATLÁN. La Marina Business and Life Commercial Center, Blvd. Marina Mazatlán To call México from the USA/Canada: Where to report misplaced or stolen 2302, Office 41. Consular Agent Wendy dial 011 + 52 + Area Code + 7 digit number international credit cards in Mexico. Hardouin. Tel:913-73-20, Fax:914-66-55. to call withing México AMERICAN EXPRESS To call Canadian Embassy in México City dial 01 + Area Code + 7 digit number Travelers Checks: 001 866 247 6878 dial: 01-555-724-7900. For after hours To call a local cellphone from a cellphone Credit Cards: 1-800-528-4800 emergencies, dial: 01-800-706-2900. dial 669 + 7 digit number VISA To call from a land line to a cellphone Credit Cards: 1-303-967-1096 FRENCH CONSULAR IN MAZATLÁN dial 044 + 669 + 7 digit number Collect: 001-410-581-9994 Eryka Susana Bernal Chio. The office is at: Rio MASTERCARD Baluarte #11 Esq. Arroyo Venadillo just pass LONG DISTANCE Credit Cards: 001-800-307-7309 the aquarium on your right. (Through Operator) Collect: 001-314-542-7111 Phone # 669 981 1475 Domestic 020 CELL PHONES OTHER MAZATLÁN CONSULATES: International 090 Germany: 914-9310, 916-5980 Time 030 If you are a frequent visitor to Mazatlan or Denmark: 981-7642 Wake-Up Call 031 staying for an extended period, consider Info - Domestic Directory 040 purchasing a cell phone here. For a very PHONING HOME Line Repair 050 reasonable price (under $30 U.S.D) you can Cust. Service (Long Dist.) 055 buy a cell phone and purchase minutes. Then Free phone calls, internet computers and EMERGENCIES 911 you will have a local phone number. Get the Wi-Fi access to the US and Canada as well 1-800 Numbers (not free): clerk to set up the phone in English.

NOW IS MOBILE FRIENDLY [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 9 ALEBRIJES SURREAL FOLK ART ave you ever encountered the elusive Alebrije before? These Hwhimsical animals are rare and unique. Alebrijes have horns, antlers, wings, fins, and some have them all at once! Though no two are exactly alike, all alebrijes have startlingly vibrant color markings. Fantasy Creatures Born of Fevered Dreams Pedro Linares (1906-1992), a renowned indigenous Mexican artist, first created vividly colorful papier mâché Oaxacan Wooden sculptures called Alebrijes. These brightly Dragon “Alebrije” colored creatures have been blooming Diego Rivera and Frida Khalo began for less than a century, but are already commissioning alebrijes by Linares. deemed among the most quintessential Linares returned home to his native of Mexican handicrafts. Arrazola in Oaxaca. He shared his The story goes that Pedro fell seriously designs with artisans in his village. A man ill and while agonizing, he dreamed he named Manuel Jimenez was the first to was walking through a forest. It was create the brightly colored creatures out here among the trees that he came of copal wood instead of papier mâché across these strange animals that kept incorporating Linares’ visions into the chanting “Alebrijes, alebrijes, alebrijes.” pre-Hispanic woodcarving tradition that He continued on his way and eventually already existed among the indigenous met a man who told him to keep walking Zapotec culture of that area. until he came to a tiny window, which Entire families and villages have he had to climb through to get out of dedicated themselves to honing their the forest –and the dream. Much to woodcarving skills. They elevated the his family’s astonishment, Pedro made craft to a fine art that is prized around the a miraculous recovery and decided to world and built a unique economy based bring the creatures from his dream to life. on artistic supply and demand. When he began using paper and Rather than detract from their charm, cardboard to craft large, vivid, ethereal the controversy over their origin simply creatures that no one had ever seen adds to their mystique. As colorful and before, he caught the attention of a eclectic as the land that breathed life into prominent gallery owner who marketed it, whether from Oaxaca or Mexico City, the pieces. This garnered so much the alebrije is distinctly and undeniably recognition for Linares’ work, that Mexican. CLUB CAMPESTRE

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It’s lovely, surrounded by passionate; she is such a fine young P LA YA M A RIA These types of conversations went HA CIE NDA B LUE B A Y LE Y 2 It is small, actually difficult to see palms and the sound of the falling water lady. MARINA GOLF T IA RA S A NDS F IS HING on for the next half hour, and now I EL CID but it attacks. This beast is female, is magic. At one point, she looked down About three or four P LAYA F LE E T T have it! Note to self… it is time E S CO NDIDA M A RINA and she is on the attack in parts of at her legs and saw several mosquito M A Z AT LÁN W A LM A R T IM S S days later, I got a call N B ULLRING HO S P ITA L “Oh to have a bbq for friends. A LE Y 1 bites. B US R Mazatlán. When she strikes, you will be from her. “Mom, I’m so T Some of my neighbors B A S E B A LL CE NT RA L L A G UA HO W A RD M A RINA E L CID S TA DIUM E no!” I froze, S O RIA NA B J O HNS O N sick for up to ten days. “Mom, I don’t remember seeing sick. Throwing up, my E L CID G O LF CO URS E S HA RP M A RINA A have had dengue, and LA G RA N L My daughter visited from the states mosquitoes but look at all these bites.” and my next O bones ache, I have a others, chikungunya. The P LA Z A A Q UA RIUM L P UE B LO IS LA S recently. We were working on my house It is odd how some folks have a scent words came out LUNA Q UIJ O T E M E G A CO M E RCIA L fever.” B O NIT O LA MISION INN DE L S O L E L M E X ICA NA S A NDS symptoms for each are PA LA CE CID A RE NA S and were rarely outside, but there were a to their skin that attracts bugs more than THE PALM S A N DIE G O P LA YA “Oh no!” I froze, and slowly. “I think O CE ÁNO FRIENDSDINER A M IG O M A R DE CIM A similar but are caused by PA LA CE RESORT INN AT M A Z ATLAN P LA Z A few moments when we had an afternoon others. I looked and it was quite a sight P LAYA B O NIT A DO N P E LA Y O my next words came CO S T A DE O RO DAY S INN O LA S you have a different mosquito. The DE L RE A L A LTA S INN cocktail out on the terraza. The day she to see. RO YA L V ILLA S S UIT E S out slowly. “I think you dengue.” AEDES ADGYPTI female E M P O RIO have dengue.” RESTAURANT bug spreads dengue and the RA M A DA EL RINCON DE INN F IE S TA LA ND AND SHE DID. A Z T E CA INN AEDES ALBOPICTUS female U.S. Q UA LIT Y The next few days, I began NASHA CONSULATE INN spreads chikungunya. I know. How HOLIDAY to hear of neighbors who were sick INN EXPRESS AV. can this help me? Honestly, it’s only G AVIOTAS P LA YA with this virus. Over a dozen folks! LA S M A Z AT LÁN information. F LO RE S Boy, I have known a few friends What do we do to keep this beast who had dengue over the past years, Pacific Pearl from sucking our blood? Ah, I do have www.pacificpearl.com but never in these numbers. There’s an answer. Home Depot has this bug C opyright 1998, M a z a tlá n’ s P a c ific P e a rl R e g. N o. 540998 nothing a doctor can do for you bracelet for 40 pesos. One will last except tell you to inhale massive you 200 hours, a little over a week. amounts of electrolytes. I now wear one, only on my ankle. Now this beast had my attention, Wearing it on my wrist gave me a and my ears became sensitive to headache… too close to my nose. picking up conversations folks were Look, we live in Paradise, but there having. Not only is dengue here are a few prices to pay. Not a big but also the virus that begins with deal, but wear the bracelet, and keep the letter C (too difficult for me to mazatlan rocks the beach your doors or screens closed... a small baraka beach club (next to riu hotel) remember how to say it). price to pay for all the beauty around The other night, I was out with us. friends when the conversation came -Ahhh ranch fiesta up. My girlfriend taught me how to (669) 116-9798 rancho los limones LA MAZATLECA 913-1666 WELCOME TO Next to El Quijote Resort elcome to Mazatlán, the further south and west of Plaza RevoluciónMazatlán Pearl of the Pacific, where the and you will find Plazuela Machado and the BEACH FLAGS Las Flores Beach Resort average temperature hovers Ángela Peralta Theater in Centro Histórico, Beach flags are important and should be 913-5011, 913-5100 & 913-57000 adhered to, as they explain how dangerous Waround 82°F/28°C, the sun shines every the restored historic center of the city Av. Rodolfo tostado loaiza #212, Golden Zone the waters could be. Remember this safe day, and outdoors is the place to be. The which now extends to many streets with tip: activities this city has to offer will appeal new shops and restaurants. If you continue Red Flag: Indicates a high to everyone. Here in the Sea of Cortéz, walking west, toward the sea, you will hazard from swimming and/ Mazatlán’s coastline beckons you to stroll come to the seaside area known as Olas or currents. along its numerous beaches, or its 10 Altas, Mazatlán’s original tourist zone. Here kms of Malecón—seawall, or to hike to El you can visit the Archaeological Museum, Yellow Flag: Indicates Faro—lighthouse, the first highest natural the Museum of Art and art galleries. If you a medium hazard from The old Machado lighthouse in the world. are here on the first Friday of the month moderate swimming. between November and May, enjoy The SIGHTSEEING —Mazatlán is proud Art Walk where you can tour the studios of of its rich history, as evidenced by the local artists. Further along Olas Altas, you Green Flag: Indicates a low MAZATLAN many monuments throughout the city can watch clavadistas—cliff divers, diving hazard with calm conditions. Still exercise caution. OLD MEMORIES that have become landmarks to us all. from the rocks, into tidal pools. The Fisherman’s Monument is the most ACTIVITIES To see more pictures, click here prominent, located on Avenida del Mar and Shop the Golden Zone: Handicrafts, silver White Flag: Indicates Gutiérrez Nájera. jewelry, leather clothes, the presence of jellyfish. The Sinaloan Family, looking towards the huarache sandals, Extremely caution. future, is located near Valentino’s and handmade gold was a gift to the city from our famous and silver jewelry, Restaurants & Nightclubs: Enjoy a different artist, Antonio López Sáenz, at the Mexican zarapes, restaurant every night from local, succulent turn of the century. hand-painted seafood to hot & spicy Mexican plates, to El Centro – Downtown is the pottery, talavera international fine dining. And the nightlife original Mazatlán where you will see flatware, never ends. Happening clubs for those who neo-classical architecture and the fine wood like to party long and late, and romantic European influence of this port’s early sculptures, dance floors for easy listening and dancing. settlers. Take a Sábalo Centro (green) Mexican blankets They’re all here. bus that travels from the north of the and so much more Sport Fishing: The local waters are teeming city, to downtown. Visit the Cathedral, are available in the with Swordfish, Sailfish, Marlin, Tuna and Central Market and Plaza Revolución. shops of the Golden Dorado. Farther north is the best fresh water American Consulate Centro Histórico –Old Town—Walk a little Zone. bass fishing in México. CLUB CAMPESTRE

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TICKETS AT TWISTED MAMA’S RESTAURANT OR AT FEBRUARY 13 THE DOOR mazatlan rocks the beach Best Local Rock Bands baraka beach club (next to riu hotel) LINE UP. 1PM KRAKEN / 2PM LOS CRYPS / 3PM from 12 pm ADDICION / 4PM BEGGARS BANQUET / 5PM KANNON

ranch fiesta FIESTA TICKETS AT PACIFIC PEARL OFFICE OR CALL FEBRUARY 22 (669) 116-9798 MARCELA AT CELL. (669) 116-9798 LIVE MUSIC rancho los limones from 12 pm-4 pm LIVE MUSIC LA MAZATLECA GrindStone Cal with 913-1666 DJ Dakota Douglas Next to El Quijote Resort from 5 pm-9 pm Las Flores Beach Resort LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC 913-5011, 913-5100 & 913-57000 KRAKEN KRAKEN Av. Rodolfo tostado loaiza #212, Golden Zone from 8 pm-12 am from 8 pm-12 am BRENSTER’S BEACH BASH BRENSTER’S Privada Florida #100 Sabalo country BEACH BASH www.thebrenster.ca from 2pm-6 pm

Gringo Lingo ROCK & SALSA ROCK & SALSA 913-7737 & 913-0251 From 6 pm-10 pm From 6 pm-10 pm Av. Playa Gaviotas #313 Golden Zone Friends Diner KARAOKE LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC 913-6066 ROBERT & DIANE SUKI & EBANO LA CANTOYA LOS CRYPS #300 laguna, golden zone at 6 pm at 6 pm at 6 pm at 6 pm

REX BAND REX BAND LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC Twisted Mama’s at 7 pm at 7 pm (669) 129-2021 REX BAND WINGIN IT ADDICION REX BAND FEBRUARY 7 & 8 at 7 pm at 7 pm at 7 pm at 7 pm La Laguna 500 #21,Golden Zone TRIBUTE SHOW ROD STEWART (DOUG VARTY) la palapa del mar LIVE MUSIC 914-1900 ROCK CREEK BAND camaron sabalo #6000 from 6 pm-9 pm LIVE MUSIC el rincon de nasha MARICRUZ & LIVE MUSIC LIVE MUSIC 914-0201 & 913-0019 CHAVA PATRICIO SALAS LOU PAUL Camaron sabalo #1936 Fracc. Sabalo country from 6 pm-9 pm from 6 pm-9 pm from 6 pm-9 pm LIVE MUSIC LOOBY BAR Comedy Club HOTEL Playa Mazatlán GRUPO TEKILA February, 12 989-0555 Ext. 34 Everyday CORNY REMPEL playa gaviotas ave. #202 , golden zone from 7 pm-11 pm from 6 pm-9 pm 12 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117 [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 13 14 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117 [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 15 16 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117 MEAT ASIDE An alternative semi-vegetarian, vegetarian and vegan guide to Mazatlán You must BY ADRIANA TOLEDO Don’t forget to drop me a line at [email protected] with any comments or “QUICKvisit GUIDE” suggestions you might have. Please Check on MazatlanLife for more info & updates When it comes to social media... How much sharing is too much sharing? ocial media is a great way for done it for a long everyone to be (or at least time only now after Sappear to be) more outspoken my diet habits and extroverted than in real life, it is changed I’ve found a platform where you can be yourself myself posting or portray the kind of person you wish even more so. 5 Bach Handel y Copland – you were. But why is it? Could it be a Camerata Gordon Campbell And which ever it is, it is okay. It subconscious way of me wanting 5 Super Bowl Party at The Vineyard is your choice on what you to show off how great of Church choose to post on your a cook I am or could it everyone around were so concerned “Damn on what I would eat, as if there were 7-8 Tribute Shows – Twisted Mama’s platforms same as it is right I am an be a way to show others 11 The Annual Hospice Dinner your choice on what a variety of dishes they no other choices but animal produce Dance you choose to show the amazing cook and might never know to feed yourself with. Well, guess what my darlings, there 12 Voz en punto – Camerata world about yourself yes, I do want to otherwise? just as it is everyone show to whoever Doing some internal is a whole fantastic, delicious, nutritious Gordon Campbell and colorful variety of food out there Comedy Club at Playa Mazatlan else’s choice on whether wants to pay criticism and analyzing 12 to follow you or not. I have to say it is a bit for you to give it a go. If you recently Hotel But when it comes to attention” of them both. Damn changed to a vegetarian or vegan diet 13 Mazatlan Rocks The Beach – sharing pictures of your right I am an amazing cook or just want to give Meatless Mondays Baraka Beach Club meals, how many does it take and yes, I do want to show to a try, I suggest you dive into some of 19 Schubert – Camerata Gordon for you to become annoying? whoever wants to pay attention about your vegan friends social media to get Campbell (Casa Haas) I bring this up because, I must the possibilities of eating healthier and some ideas, we certainly looooove to 22 Ranch Fiesta confess, I am now one of those people cruelty free either at home or eating share photos, places and recipes with Carnaval Mazatlán 2017 who post about every single new out. Seriously thou, I remember when everyone in our network… even if you 23-28 find us annoying from time to time. 28 Tribute Shows – Twisted Mama’s meal I try or come up with and I’ve I first cut meat out of my diet me and [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 17

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Christine leaf us with 2 years of recipes. May she rest in peace.

Bloody Mary Soup ake the recipe for the cocktail, Ingredients Bloody Mary, also referred to •2 cups Tomate Juice Tas an “eye opener” and as a •2 cups Vegetable Juice mix cure for a hangover, be adventurous •½ cup Vodka and adapt the ingredients to a first •1 tsp. celery salt course or as an appetizer. •1 tsp. ugar, white granulated That is what I have done in •2 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce developing this recipe “Bloody •½ tsp. salt Mary Soup”. As an alternative, •¼ tsp. Pepper replace the vodka with Tequila •4 shakes (drops) Tabasco Sauce and you can call it “Bloody Maria Soup”. This is your choice. GARNISH •4 Celery Stalks or 4 tsp. chopped Method celery leaves 1. Transfer all the ingredients to a medium size saucepan. Whisk to GARNISH blend. Insert Celery Stalk upright in soup cups, in soup 2. Heat over moderate heat, bowls; scatter the chopped celery over the top. stirring occasionally until hot, and small bubbles appear on the A LITTLE OF HISTORY surface. Do not bring to a full A few words about the origin of the Bloody Mary Cocktail, they are rolling boil. all questionable. It has been said it was a bartender named Petiot 3. Meanwhile, heat soup bowls or at Harry’s Bar in Paris, France, or it was created by an actor named soup cups with hot water, discard George Jessel, also claiming fame a waitress named Mary, who worked water before filling with the soup. in a Chicago Saloon called “Bucket of Blood”, and countless others. Yield: 4 servings Perhaps the name refers to the blood like color of the cocktail. 18 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117

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-NOTICE - U.S. NOTARY SERVICES Please be advised that there will be no notarial services offered at the U.S. consular Agency in Mazatlan from February 6th - 17th. Notarial Services will resume normally on February 20th. Please plan accordingly. 20 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117 The Love Doctors BY MICHAEL & PHYLLIS GIAMMATTEO Questions? Please submit to: [email protected]. Website: www.lovesgps.com Disclaimer: This column is for informational purposes only and is not in any way intented to replace professional services. Dear Love Doctors: What’s the big deal with all this romantic stuff for Valentine’s Day? It’s just a lot of hype to sell flowers, candy etc. It all irritates me and my wife thinks I’m not being romantic.

Dear Irritated: Some people think holidays are just an extra day off at work etc and miss the true meaning. However, many of us view Valentine’s Day as a chance to treat that special “You watch movies, have meals person in your life in a special are never together with friends etc. Be way. A little romance can go too old to what you what to be...You are a long way to making your never too old to enjoy life! relationship more harmonious. enjoy life!” Try it....you might like it. Dear Love Doctors One older family member is racist Dear Love Doctors: and says negative things about my I am lonely because my spouse died. I will spouse’s ethnic group. I’m in a stew about be 80 years old soon and feel that there is this! not much for me to do. Dear In a Stew Dear Feeling Lonely: Racist people usually do not care about The love you have yet to share can be the ground rules of polite society. Water used at social clubs, volunteering, and/ seeks its own level. That older person will or community/church functions. Have be ignored after a few events. So save your a party to celebrate being you and ask breath, racists are immune to facts. everyone to bring a short inspirational story for their way to deal with the events Notice the Good, Laugh Loud, Love of life. Play cards, listen to music, dance, Often!

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1 Tribute Shows – Twisted Mama’s 5 Pint Size Percussion – CGC Comedy Club at Playa Mazatlan 12 Easter Week 2017 Four Note Opera by Tom Johson – 9-15 12 International Motor Bike Week Camerata Gordon Campbell 17-23 31th International José Limón Mazatlan Rock The Beach April 13 Dance Festival Spring Equinox in Las Labradas still 20 pending Mazatlán’s III Muestra de Teatro Ranch Fiesta 22 dates (Theatrical Event) Mar-Jul Spring Cultural Festival 2017 [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 21 HEALTH MATTERS BY HOSPITAL SHARP MAZATLAN

emodialysis is the process of climate while being assured that they purifying the blood of a person are receiving the same quality of care Hwhose kidneys are not working as in their home hospital. The staff at normally. It is one of three renal Hospital Sharp Mazatlan coordinates replacement therapies (the other two with the patient and his/her doctor being renal transplant and peritoneal to ensure that the patient’s dialysis dialysis, both of which are also available regime will be the same here, as at at Hospital Sharp Mazatlan). home, for the duration of their Specialized machines are stay in Mazatlan. We have used to remove the blood, “The treated many patients from clean it, and return it dialysis Canada and the United to the patient´s body. States, previously not clinic at Hospital The doctor in charge of the unit This process takes able to travel as a result Sharp Mazatlan is Dr. Carlos Alejandro Ramírez approximately 4 hours of their dialysis schedule, is certified with Angmen, a Clinical Nephrologist and is normally done at a who now travel to Canadian certified by the Mexican Council dialysis outpatient facility Mazatlan to relax and of Nephrology. The nephrology staffed by specialized Standards enjoy themselves in nurses are highly trained and nurses and technicians. also” our beautiful city without have a wide range of experience The dialysis clinic located missing a single, life-saving working with dialysis patients. at Hospital Sharp Mazatlan is treatment. Furthermore, as the This allows them to deliver quality equipped and certified not only to clinic is located within our full-service, treatment with the warmth of Mexican standards, but also complies certified Hospital, the patient has the human kindness for which this with Canadian Standards. This ensures added assurance that any medical need Hospital and this city is known. quality care is available to foreign or emergency which may arise can be patients as well as to nationals. taken care of immediately. needles and tubing are the same quality As a dialysis patient must undergo For the comfort and privacy of the as used by the patient in his/her country this procedure every few days until a patient, each dialysis station has its own of origin. successful kidney transplant can be television and DVD player as well as For more information, please contact done, Hospital Sharp has partnered free access to wireless internet service. Chris at our Medical Tourism Office with a Canadian company, Get-Away The dialysis machines are serviced (986-5678 ext 336 Email: cbarrios@ Dialysis (www.getawaydialysis.com), frequently, regular tests are conducted hospitalsharp.com) who will be pleased who provides their clients with the to ensure continuing water quality and to direct your call. opportunity to vacation in a warmer the dialysis machines, dialyzers, fluids, Yours in Health 22 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117 SPIRIT OF STONE ISLAND BY JED VAUGHN

Jed Vaughn is a published freelance travel writer/copywriter from the Pacific Northwest United States who currently lives on Stone Island. Jed also enjoys flying his drone for capturing aerial video and stills. You can see more of his articles at: www.jedvaughn.com or www.followthisdrone.com azatlán is a magical place in small hotels located on the beach, Maria that whatever your lifestyle, Coral & Stone Island Gardens. Myou can find it here. There just Either bring a lunch, or try some of each seems to be a home and a comfort zone the great food found here in this little way. Oversized golf-cart-like taxi’s for everyone, regardless of lifestyle or slice of paradise. Numerous beachfront (pulmonia’s) will get you there for $50- personal interests. restaurants with excellent traditional $100 pesos depending on where you If laid back, nature loving, water cuisines will ultimately leave board. Chulavista, Gran Plaza, and other friendly, seafood craving, horseback you satisfied with happy small buses that say ‘ferry’ on them all riding, sunset watching, or just sipping taste buds. Feast on fresh “Don’t go to Playa Sur. They cost just $8 pesos your favorite beverage in a fabulous fish, oysters, awesome forget to The feeling that everything in each way. Be warned, when taking the tropical beach setting is of any appeal, guacamole, ceviche, and check out the the world is all right will wash smaller bus’s and some pulmonia’s, you may want to check out Stone Island you won’t find better over you and a peaceful easy you’ll be in for a crazy ride through the at the south end of Mazatlán. shrimp anywhere. No psychedelic tuba feeling will dominate the streets of Mazatlán -hang on!! Once at Here you can relax in the sun or surprise, as you are in roaming the experience. the embarcadero, make the short pongo beneath a shady restaurant ramada the shrimp capital of the beach!” boat ride across the port entrance ($8 with a cool beverage and a million- world! Getting there: pesos for residents, $15 for visitors each dollar view. Just sit back while watching There’s a spirit that exists at If you come to Stone Island, way), walk over the top of the road, and pelicans diving for fish and enjoy the Stone island. In a few words, I would there’s a couple ways to do so. The new voila… Stone Island beach. tranquil sounds of waves gently crashing describe “Isla de la Piedra” as being a road has been nearly 100% completed If you have a day, an afternoon, or the beach. spiritual place with great diversity. You and makes the drive onto the Peninsula/ even a week to soak in the sun, swim This is one of Mazatlán’s best places are sure to feel it after spending just a Isla a reasonable task. It’s a major in the bay, relax on the beach, or any to hang out with family & friends. short time on the small Island peninsula. upgrade to the 4-wheel drive terrain number of other activities available Banana boat rides looping around Not far beyond the beach restaurants, option that used to be the only access on Stone Island, I highly recommend the outcroppings in the bay. Beach you’ll find literally miles of unpopulated for driving in. a visit. (Don’t forget to check out the activities like volleyball, kayaking, paddle sandy shoreline. You can take a walk, Alternatively, cross the channel at one psychedelic tuba roaming the beach!) boarding, and body surfing are all at your ride a horse, or rent a moto to roam on of the Port of Mazatlán’s embarcadero’s. Tip: If you make the trip to this little fingertips. Perhaps a visit to the Botanical down the beach. Head off until there’s Playa Sur is the easiest for getting to the slice of paradise, do not leave the island gardens or the sea horse sanctuary suits nothing but you, ocean, and coconut beach. The Sabalo Centro bus passes until the sun has set behind the majestic you. For an overnight stay, there’s two groves. Stop, take in the view, and relax. right by it. You can jump on for $10 pesos El Faro Lighthouse. It’s magic!

It’s that time of year again BY CAROL SINCLAIR Carol is a co owner broker at Walfre Real Estate and has been active in the Local Real Estate Market for 30 years. roperty taxes: have their annual meetings within the Please be aware that the three months of the year. It is very Pproperty tax bills are not sent to important to attend these meetings or you. It is your obligation to find out to have someone represent you. Not, what you owe. This is easy to do. the all homeowner’s association meetings link to the site is: https://servicios. will be in English nor will they have an mazatlan.gob.mx/predial/. You will interpreter so it is always a good idea need to know your property tax code to take a bilingual friend. The amount number (Clave Catastral) of the annual dues and payment which is noted on your title “Most deadline will be decided at or trust papers. The bill can homeowner’s this meeting. be paid on-line, at local Automobile fees: banks, OXO stores, at the associations There is a road tax municipal office at the have their annual called “tenencia”. For a Gran Plaza, or downtown meetings within the few years, this charge was at City Hall. If you pay three months of eliminated for individuals, promptly, you will get a the year.” but it is my understanding 10% discount and may also that it has been reinstated. be eligible for a 50% discount This is a state tax, so you can if you are a temporary or check in the link: http://www. permanent resident and an additional portalfiscal.sinaloa.gob.mx/ You will 10% discount if you are retired. need the license plate number .This Trust Fees: fee can be paid on line, at banks or If you have acquired property in at the Unidad Administrativa near the a bank trust (fideicomiso), there is aquarium. There is a licensing fee for an annual fee. You may not get a new plates every six years so check that notification. The fee payment deadline out as well. may vary depending on the month you acquired the property. It is always a good idea to know when this bill is due and make a note at the beginning of the year so you don’t forget. HOA Fees: Most homeowner’s associations [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 23 top 3 reasons why you men’s valentine’s gift Diamonds Edible underpants are are for tonight. FOREVER Ashould PROFESSIONAL SPAvisit keeping the skin looking young and Ideas re you one of those people taut. What more reason does one who are still on a look out need to say no to botox injections Afor a valid reason to go on a and say yes to spa treatments. spa? A professional spa offers many 3. Beauty Services benefits that you can’t get at home Most spas provide an extensive as: range of beauty services as well. 1. Gain a Holistic Experience So you can get a body massage, Spas provide a holistic experience. manicure, pedicure, and facial done, While the massage relaxes your all in one place! Whatever your muscles, the aromatic oils heighten beauty concern is, there are specific your senses and help calm your spa treatments available to combat mind. Moreover, the oils, scrubs, them. and body wraps used provide a nice You can never run out of reasons glow to your skin. to go to the spa—bad day at work, 2. Stay Young traffic woes, long queue at the ATM— Certain essential oils, like lavender whatever the scenario, just head to oil, have anti aging properties. the spa, and leave the world and its Regular use of such oils helps in chaos behind you. 24 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117 Organizations & Donations

AA MEETINGS here in Mazatlan and about health concerns AA…..BACK 2 BASICS, CLOSED AA Group. We for the Senior Citizens living in Mazatlán. meet Every Friday at Noon, at the Melville Everyone is invited to attend. The meeting Hotel, Constitution 99, Contacts: Bob… will be held at La Palapa Del Mar next to Casa [email protected], 669 117 6112; Denny… Country on Camarón Sábalo. Breakfast will [email protected], 669 116 5389 begin at 9:30 the meeting begins promptly at 10:00. La Misión at Camarón Sábalo No. 306, OPEN Also, please mark your calendar for the MEETINGS. See www.aamazatlan.com for Annual Scholarship Reunion which will meeting schedule. Call 044 669127-5684, be held on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 913-4406, for more information. La Palapa Del Mar. Details will be in the February newsletter. AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETINGS Tme: 10 AM Thursdays Location: “LA MISION” HOSPICE MAZATLAN oval iron gate 306 Camarón Sábalo Golden Office: 182-1486 - 208 International, at the Zone Mazatlán. Next vto dr. Backman’s Office corner of Rio Presidio, near the Ley Vieja and Open Meetings English Speaking Wheel Waldos on Ejercito Mexicano. For info call: Chair Accesible Door Open Late Nov-April Lois Croly, Board of Director, cell: 669-162- 2016-2017 Contact [email protected] 5441. Or [email protected] For donations: www.hospicemazatlan.org and/or e-mail: hospicemazatlan@gmail. BOYS HOME (HOGAR SAN PABLO) com Tel: 982-3720 (Padre Horacio Rabelo We’ll be happy to receive your donation on Moreno) Address: Paseo del Centenario No. the bank account: banorte 611441245 9, Centro. LA VIÑA - THE VINEYARD CHURCH CASA DOWN Service Opportunities. Deliver food to the Founded in 1993, is home to 29 young city dump workers. Help with your donations people affected by Down’s Syndrome. Casa to feed the children. Calling Local: Office Down needs volunteers, financial donations, 916-5114. E-mail: [email protected] school supplies and maintenance help. Call Laura Elena Arias 669-136-0821 MAZATLAN ORPHANAGE Cristina Peña de Herrera, President, Board of FRIENDS OF MEXICO (FOM) Directors. Address: Zaragoza 227-A, Centro. Friends of Mexico will hold its monthly Tel: 981-2214 Meeting on Tuesday, February 14, 2017. We will have as our guest speaker Doctor RED CROSS Ana Laura Humaran, from the new Marina 1801 Av. Zaragoza, Downtown. Tel: 981- Hospital, on maintaining your good health 3690. [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 25 Most important thing to know Organizations & Donations BENEFITS OF RIF BY C.P.A. ARTURO DE CIMA During the first year no tax is Arturo De Cima, has worked in the financial industry for over 30 years. He provides payable. The tax is reduced by Executive Financial Services and advisory services in all aspects of accounting, financial audit, financial consulting, business registration, trademark registration, 100% of what would be payable. and the formation of new corporations, companies, partnerships, and businesses. The table in the presentation He can be reached at [email protected] or at Tel. 982 5275 / 981 3922 shows that for each following year that reduction is 10% less. f you do business of any kind you Incorporavion Fiscal, (RIF). To say that another way you will better register because the new RIF – (Regimen de Incorporacion pay zero federal tax in the first Isystem in Mexico is designed to Fiscal), The system is being phased in year 10% of the normal rate in the findthose who are not paying taxes. If over a ten year period. second and so on. you own property in Mexico you’ll have Subjects: (To whom does RIF apply), real estate taxes. If you rentout that Individuals who only carry out business property or own a business, have a job, activities, (selling goods or services) for IVA (VAT) fiscal stimulus. or have interest-bearing bank accounts, which no professional qualification is 100% VAT which would be you’ll oweincome tax. This proposal is required, provided that their incomes do payable for: based on the new scheme of taxation not exceed two million pesos; (around • Sale of goods for individuals earning less than two 100,000.00 US Cy.), Characteristics of a • Provision of independent million pesos $100,000.00 dollars to RIF user or business: services develop business and nonprofessional They record their income and services. The inclusion of this scheme expenses using the on line SAT system • Granting the use or aims to establish an entry point to called “Mis Cuentas”. enjoyment of personal property the formality through the granting of They send invoices (facturas) to their such tax will not be charged or discounts which decrease taxes during clients, if apply, using the on line system. credited, only operations are the first years of participation. The aim They pay no taxes in the first year conducted with the general of this study is to help your clients, to (including ISR, IVA and IEPS), except public. comply with our Mexican income and where invoices were issued. All sales tax law and lower their risks for payments and taxes withheld from having business and activities here in employees still have to be paid. Main Obligations: our contry. They must file the taxes every two For that our proposal is as to enroll months (March, May, July, September, You have to get an RFC tax your clients as RIF: November and January of the following registration number unless you As of January 2014 the small year). In the first year you only have already have that. contributor system (REPECOS) has to declare your data without paying been replaced with the Regimen de federal taxes. Aguamarina ...... 981-7080 26 February 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n AztecaUS 011 Inn 52 . . (669)913.4411...... 913-4425 / 913.0117 Belmar ...... 985-1112 Costa de Oro ...... 913-5344 The Foreign Corporation- Costa Bonita ...... 988-0124 DeCima ...... 982-7311 Del Sol ...... 985-1103 Danger, Will Robinson! Don Pelayo ...... 983-2221 BY ORLANDO GOTAY, TAX ATTORNEY El Rancho ...... 988-0099 Emporio ...... 983-4611 Orlando Gotay is a California licensed tax attorney (with a Master of Laws in Fiesta Inn ...... 989-0100 Hacienda ...... 982-7000 Taxation) admitted to practice before the IRS, the U.S. Tax Court and other taxing The Palms Resort ...... 913-2222 agencies. He can be reached at [email protected], online radio at mixlr.com/ Inn at Mazatlan ...... 913-5354 orlandogotay or Facebook: GotayTaxLawyer. Islas del Sol ...... 913-0199 Jacarandas ...... 984-1177 subject that keeps coming up in IRS “hey, I am involved with a foreign corp, La Palapa Hotel ...... 980-0200 chats with expats has to do with and here’s what transactions I have with La Casa Contenta ...... 913-4976 Aforeign corporations. Some consider it.” Who should look at this more closely La Siesta ...... 981-2640 avoiding a Mexican fideicomiso (land trust) to figure if there is a reporting obligation? Las Flores ...... 913-5100 for a home near the coast or border zone, Among others: Los Arcos...... 913-5066 and of course, saving a few pesos on fees. -US officers or directors of foreign corps Luna Palace ...... 914-6299 The logic goes like this: If a Mexican corp that have any US shareholders Marley ...... 913-5533 holds title to my house, voilà, I can avoid -US shareholders, especially those near Mayan Palace ...... 989-4000 setting up that odious fideicomiso. the 10% ownership level and those who Oceano Palace ...... 913-0666 Of course, there are many other reasons sold shares to end up below 10% Olas Altas Inn ...... 981-3192 US persons may need to become owners -US corporations (and their shareholders) Playa Bonita ...... 983-8000 Playa Mazatlán ...... 989-0555 of a Mexican corp, such as to run their that in turn own shares in foreign corps. Plaza Marina ...... 982-3622 local business. Perhaps -perhaps- fine from Does your Mexican spouse own the Posada Freeman ...... 981-2114 the Mexican standpoint, I still invite you to shares? Those cases need more examination Pueblo Bonito ...... 989-8900 DIRECTORY HOTEL read on. to figure if there is “constructive ownership” Pueblo Bonito Emerald ...... 989-0525 Not being a Mexican attorney I refrain of those shares and of course, a reporting Haciendo Blue Bay ...... 988-0954 from commenting on using corporations to obligation. Quality Inn ...... 989-2300 avoid fideicomisos. I will certainly comment Why, you say? Penalties, steep ones Quijote Inn ...... 914-1134 on federal tax aspects of US persons being at that. They start at ten thousand dollars Ramada Inn ...... 983-5333 officers, directors or shareholders of foreign for each year a return is overdue. The real Riu ...... 989-7900 corporations. Let me lead off this way: zinger-your own entire federal return will Royal Villas ...... 916-6161 Unless there is a very good reason, getting remain open for assessment forever with Sands Las Arenas ...... 982-0000 involved with them without guidance may unfiled information returns. Sea Garden ...... 988-0045 be like opening a vial to see what Ebola On the bright side, there is more than Stone Island...... 981-9274 smells like. Don’t do it. one IRS voluntary disclosure program Suites del Real ...... 983-1955 From the US tax standpoint, it is perfectly that may serve to mitigate penalties for Holiday Inn Express ...... 913-2323 Suites Los Girasoles...... 913-5288 legal for US persons to be officers, directors these and other taxes, especially if these Park Royal ...... 988-0324 or shareholders of foreign corps. But it has omissions were “not willful”. Awareness is Solamar Inn ...... 913-6666 to be done right. key in devising a way to become compliant. Torres Mazatlán ...... 989-8600 Those persons may be required to file As to Mexican Land Trusts, cheaper, aren’t The 7 Wonders ...... 136-0646 an annual information return, telling the they? Villas at EDM ...... 982-3300 [email protected] n /Mazatlan'sPacificPearl n www.pacificpearl.com February 2017 27 HOTEL DIRECTORY HOTEL 28 CLASSIFIEDSFebruary 2017 Tel. (669) 913.0117 / 913.4411 n US 011 52 (669)913.4411 / 913.0117 CLASSIFIEDS DEADLINE FOR EACH EDITION IS THE 15TH OF THE MONTH PRIOR TO PUBLICATION. (We will even help translate ads for you). Commercial Rates: Regular Rates: $400 pesos 15 words, per edition $200 pesos 15 words, per edition (60 pesos for an extra 5 words) ($30 pesos for an extra 5 words) PREPAID ADS ONLY. For more information call 913-0117. Add Color 15% More. Display ad in classifieds 1/16 size $1,200 PEOPLE HAS TO COME AND PAID DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICE TOTALLY TAMI’S 50% OFF SALE Friday , BOOKS & EXCHANGES February 17, at El Capitano from 12-6. Shoes, WE MOVED! 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