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Festival de Cine Todos Santos

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Festival de Cine Todos Santos logo, Todos Santos, Baja, MexicoThe 9th annual Festival de Cine Todos Santos will be taking place this year from Thursday, February 23 through Saturday, March 3, in Todos Santos and La Paz, BCS. Opening at the Teatro Manuel Márquez de León, on the plaza, on the 23rd, and will run until the 27th in Todos Santos, before continuing on to La Paz.

María Félix, Festival de Cine Todos Santos, Todos Santos, Baja, Mexico

María Félix

CINE PARQUE February 19

Prior to the start of the festival will be Cine Parque at the Parque Los Pinos in Todos Santos on Sunday, February 19th at sundown. The entire town will have the opportunity  to enjoy “Enamorada” (Mexico, 1946) a classic film from the Golden Era of Mexican Cinema starring the Mexican diva of all time, María Félix, and Pedro Armendáriz Sr. In one scene, famed cinematographer, Gabriel Figueroa, focuses ever closer on María Félix ending with a shot of just her eyes—an iconic and beautiful image.

La Leccion de Pintura, Festival de Cine Todos Santos, Todos Santos, Baja, Mexico

La Leccion de Pintura

OPENING NIGHT, February 23

The opening night film will be “La Lección de Pintura”/“The Painting Lesson” 2011 (Chile/Mexico) Director Pablo Perelman.

In 1960 Chile, a peasant son of a single, teenage mother, shows a prodigious talent for painting. He is discovered by a drugstore owner (Daniel Giménez Cacho) and amateur painter, who tries to make an artist out of the boy, like the artists he sees in his art books. Actor Daniel Giménez Cacho brilliant interpretation of this character, said, “it was nice to do a very tender interpretation of someone who creates his own little theater to live in it.”
From the memories of this old man, comes a story about someone who could have been an artistic genius—a story of the lost innocence that ends in 1973 at the time of the Pinochet coup d’état. The film is based on the novel by artist and writer Adolfo Couve and was awarded with the Audience Award at the 2011 Kerala Film Festival in India.

Oscar Award Party, Festival de Cine Todos Santos, Hotel California, Baja, MexicoOSCAR COMES TO TODOS SANTOS!
Sunday, February 26

An after film Academy Awards gala party is this year’s fundraiser benefiting the “Youth in Video” Program. The Oscars will be televised at the event at the legendary Hotel California. Join in the Hollywood glamour, great food and drink, with awards for the best Hollywood costume, Oscar bet “Who are the 2012 Oscar winners?” 50/50 raffle and much more. Tickets are 150 pesos pre-sale / 200 pesos (cash only) at the door and are available at El Tecolote Bookstore and the Hotel California in Todos Santos.

For more information, see our Film Festival story. For complete film listings and additional information and program schedule, click on “Events” or visit www.todossantoscinefest.com

 

Carnaval y mas…

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Carnaval La Paz 2012, La Paz, Baja, MexicoCarnaval La Paz 2012 takes place February 16 through 21. Booths, rides, food, live music all take place on the Malecón. Parades along the Malecón are Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evening (February 19, 20 and 21), with even more floats! You can view the official program for La Paz’s biggest street party and entertainment festival at Roz in La Paz’s features page.

Thursday, February 16 is the opening of “Visiones de Asia — Colores de un Mundo Lejano” (Visions of Asia — Colors of a Distant Land) a photography exhibition of work by Elías García at La Encantada Galeria in the La Paz historic district.

Friday, La Encantada will have live music by “Pura Pulpa” from Veracruz. Modern “Jarocho” style Mexican music and Trova music of Demian Arcadia, singer/song writer. $50 pesos cover (includes a complementary shot of ambrosia). For reservations call 612 14 00 3 91 or 18 5 34 69. La Encantada is located at Belisario Dominguez 1245 between 5 de Mayo and Constitución.

Visiones Photography show invitation, La Paz, Baja, MexicoThis Friday, February 17, is also the opening of a Photography exhibition, “Visions,” featuring works by photographers Gary Batha and Thomas Ireton (Journal del Pacifico Holiday 2011/2012 cover). The show takes place at Centro de Artes y Culturas Populares, on Madero between Independencia and 5 de Mayo in the La Paz historic district. Works will be displayed until March 15.

Yoga Benefit at La Esquina, Todos Santos, Baja, MexicoSunday in Todos Santos, start your afternoon with a Yoga Benefit at La Esquina. Donations accepted for the Todos Santos orphanage and the Amigos de los Animales. Yoga led by Shane, Kate, Marimar, Kim, Lee, Mayra, Jessica and more. Live music and healthy snacks.

Maria Felix

Maria Felix

Cine Parque will be held this Sunday evening at sundown. The entire pueblo magico of Todos Santos will have the opportunity to enjoy “Enamorada” (Mexico, 1946) a classic film from the Golden Era of Mexican Cinema starring the Mexican diva of all time, María Félix, and Pedro Armendáriz Sr. For more information on this and the upcoming Festival de Cine Todos Santos, visit their website at: www.todossantoscinefest.com

You can read all about these events at more by clicking on “Events” and follow JournaldelPacifico on Facebook!

 

 

Valentine’s Day

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There are many choices for your special Día del Amor y Amistad in La Paz and Todos Santos…

Celebrate a ‘Valentine’s Eve Flight Night’ at La Bodega de Todos Santos, Monday night from 5 pm to 8 pm. They will be serving tasty Baja red wines and chocolate treats.

Corazon Cafe logo, La Paz, Baja, MexicoStart Valentine’s Day with a Breakfast Buffet at Corazón Café in the La Paz historic district. The buffet is available from 8 am to 3 pm. Reservations are recommended, call 128 8985. All month long, come with a party of 7 and the 7th person is free! Visit any time and present their ad in this issue for a 10% discount on your meal.

La Encantada Valentine's menu, La Paz, Baja, MexicoEnjoy a special Valentine’s Dinner at La Encantada, just one block up from the malecon in La Paz. Start with a choice of ensalada La Encantada or tomato bruchetta, followed by meat lasagna or grilled fish, with cheese, ate and fresh strawberries with Damiana honey or vanilla ice cream with fresh and caramelized fruits for dessert. $250 pesos per person.

Emanuela Gardner Photography, Todos Santos, Baja, MexicoCaffé Todos Santos is hosting an Art Opening and Reception ‘Baja Dreams’ featuring photography by Emanuela Gardner. A Valentine’s day celebration – a perfect day to share good wishes and beautiful art. Works will be displayed February 7 through March 7.

Hotel Guaycura in the Todos Santos historic district is offering a Special Lover’s Menu and live music by Angel Miguel–saxophone and piano, latin, jazz and pop. For reservations call 175-0800 or email: Reservations@guaycura.com.mx

Join Living Love Cuisine at Pura Vida Organic Health Food Store and Deli and experience a taste of the Divine. Enjoy a candle light dinner with a complimentary glass of Argentinean wine and four courses of all raw delicacies created with local organic produce and love. Living food is known to create harmony in the body mind and spirit and ignite the senses.  RSVP to reserve your spot with chef Katie Kusala, livinglovecuisine@gmail.com, 612 133 2851

Chef Carolen of Wind and C’s at Suki’s and La Santena’s own Chef Tony are collaborating on a very special Valentine’s dinner at Hotel Casa Tota. Reservations made by February 13th at 5 p.m. will be entered into a drawing for a free night’s lodging at Hotel Casa Tota following dinner. Winners to be notified on February 13th, so you’ll have time to pack. $600 pesos a couple, for a starter, main and dessert. Tax, tip and beverages are not included. Wind and C at Suki’s will be open on Valentine’s Day and serving their regular delicious menu. For more information or reservations: HotelCasaTota@gmail.com or 145-0590

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Festival Issue

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Cover of Festival 2012 issue of Journal del Pacifico, Baja, MexicoThe new Festival issue is being delivered this weekend featuring Jill Logan‘s painting of “María Félix, La Doña” for this year’s Festival de Cine Todos Santos poster. You can view the painting at Galería Logan and place a bid, minimum bid $1,500 USD. All proceeds from this auction support the “Youth In Video” educational program.

This year’s Art Festival will include a parade on Sunday, February 5th, starting at the east entrance to town and traveling to the plaza where it will end with a four hour performance.

The Superbowl also takes place on Sunday, February 5th. You can catch the game at Shut Up Frank’s in Todos Santos.

The 3rd Annual Artist’s Studio Tour takes place February 12, and the 18th Annual Historic House Tour on February 26. Look for our articles in this issue.

The 9th Annual Festival de Cine Todos Santos begins February 23rdin Todos Santos with the opening night film, ‘La Lección de Pintura’(The Painting Lesson) with special guest actor Daniel Gimenez Cacho. The festival then moves to La Paz at galería galería for two nights and the historic Teatro Juárez March 1 through 3. For more information, see our feature article, click on “Events” or visit www.todossantoscinefest.com

February 26th, The Hotel California will host a special Oscar Night party and fundraiser for the “Youth in Video” program of the Film Festival.

Westcoast Recording is a professional recording studio in La Paz. Available for group or solo recordings, composition and arranging services, plus more. Over 40 years recording and play experience!

The Corazón Café in the La Paz historic district has a valentine special for the month of February –come with a party of seven for dinner, drinks or just desert and the 7th person is free!

Petros cristales, piedras y metales has two locations—in Todos Santos and at Jalisco #87 between Abasolo and Belisario Dominguez in La Paz. They stock a large selection of stones and everything that you need to make jewelry.

Pintoresco has added a second location at the corner of Juárez and Hidalgo streets in Todos Santos. Both their new location and the shop across from the Hotel California have Mexican folk art and regional eco-organic products.

Baja Bell restaurant ‘Coco Loco’ at Los Cerritos is open for breakfast and lunch, Tuesday through Sunday. Menu choices include omelets, pancakes, burritos and more, at economical prices.

Carlito’s Place in Pescadero creates unique fusions that include all of the world’s great cuisines including: Asian, Latin American, Spanish, French, and Italian. They are open from 1 to 9 pm, Tuesday through Sunday.

Tsegyalgar West is a non-profit Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Center of the Dzogchen Community located in the San José mountains of San José del Cabo. This beautiful and wild 3,000 acre land has natural springs, granite boulders, grand vistas and deep quiet perfect for retreat. Their mission is to preserve the Dzogchen Tibetan Buddhist teachings and preserve this special natural environment for spiritual practice. Look for their event and workshop listings in this issue and on our blog. For more information contact: tsegyalgarwestsecretary@gmail.com or visit http://bajagar.blogspot.com

AH & Associates is pleased to announce that local architect Sylvia St. Clair has again been voted Best Architect in the Best of Baja annual contest.

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