Sunday morning in Todos Santos…
Mexican President Felipe Calderón arrived for the finish of the Baja 150 bicycle race, that started on the malecón in La Paz. He rode a bicycle through the Todos Santos historic district ending at the park.
Baja Off Road race in Todos Santos
President Calderón was on hand for the start of the car portion of the Off Road race from Todos Santos to El Tecolote, then flew by helicopter to San Jose del Cabo.
Todos Santos Cabalgata
This Sunday, March 25, 2012 Todos Santos will host the first annual Festival del Caballo! Starting with the Cabalgata, (Parade of Horsemen) leaving Puente la Muela, the large bridge about 10 KM north of Todos Santos, the procession will travel down the highway and finish at the stadium behind the Pemex gas station in town around mid day.
Escaramuza riders
After the group enters the stadium for the Grand Entry the show will start with 3 troops of Escaramuzariders from La Paz and Los Cabos, performing maneuvers at a full gallop in colorful traditional outfits, with the ladies riding side saddle.
Dancing horse
Also joining will be performances of trick ropers, dancing horses, alta escuela (highly schooled horses), Cala riders, (reining) and even some comedy! Demonstrations of forging (iron work with heated metal), feed, supplies and equestrian equipment will also be displayed during the show. Everyone is welcome to come free of charge to watch, participate and enjoy the event! Bienvenidos!
For more information, please contact Arturo Geraldo, President, 612-127-2317; Cayetano Garcia, 612-140-0793; or e-mail Kaia: kaia@mindspring.com.
There’s plenty to do on first weekend in March…
7 Clouds to Heaven at La Encantada
The Festival de Cine Todos Santos continues Friday and Saturday night in La Paz with films at the Historic Teatro Juárez. Tickets for films at Teatro Juárez available in advance at GotBaja Store Madero #1240 e/5 de Mayo y Constitución. Suggested donation 50 pesos. For complete film listings and additional information and program schedule visit www.todossantoscinefest.com
After Saturday night’s film, listen to the live jazz of “Seven Clouds to Heaven” at La Encantada.
Proplayas Todos Santos lifeguards
The Second annual Ping Pong benefit for A benefit for Proplayas Todos Santos A.C.–the Lifeguard program at Cerritos Beach takes place Saturday morning at Baja Beans in Pescadero. See our earlier post for more details.
Back in the pueblo magico of Todos Santos, The Dave Matthews Blues Band from San Francisco will be playing at the Hotel California Friday night.
Saturday watch the sunset at the Hotel Guaycura SkyBar, then rock with the “Up Skirt Band” starting at 8 pm.
Sunday, come to the open house at Tsegyalgar West, a Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Center in the San Jose mountains. A Retreat Center of the Dzogchen Community. Instructors of the Dzogchen Community Jakob Winkler and Anya Neyman will be on the retreat land. This beautiful and wild 3,000 acre land has natural springs, granite boulders, grand vistas and deep quiet for retreat. Their mission is to preserve the Dzogchen Tibetan Buddhist teachings and preserve this special natural environment for spiritual practice. For more information contact: tsegyalgarwestsecretary@gmail.com or visit http://bajagar.blogspot.com
Namaste!
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Everyone is welcome to attend the Second Annual Ping Pong Tournament Saturday, March 3rd, starting at 9:30 am at Baja Bean in Pescadero.
A benefit for Proplayas Todos Santos A.C.–the Lifeguard program at Los Cerritos Beach.
Proplayas Todos Santos lifeguards
There will be singles and doubles, from beginners to advanced. Entry fee 100 pesos each for singles and doubles. There is a sign-up sheet at Baja Beans. Please indicate your skill level (beginner, intermediate or advanced).
Spectators and cheering sections encouraged! Great raffle items. Barbecue hamburgers, veggie burgers & hot dogs plus the famous Baja Beans coffee and sweets.
For more information, or If anyone has a table that they can lend to the event, please contact Oscar Rosales at oscar5682@gmail.com
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