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Editorial Paci�c Pearl S.A. de C.V. is published monthly by Mazatlan´s Paci�c Pearl, Michael J. Veselik, Reg. 540998, Publisher, since 1992.Total or partial reproduction of any of the contents herein is strictly prohibited. All rights reserved under International and Pan American copyright conventions. Opinions expressed in articles in this paper are not necessarily those of the Publisher. The Publisher is not responsible for contents of advertisements in this paper.

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February… the month of love… the month of parties!!

Carnival is upon us… our big party of the year; our last hurrah before Lent; the party of all parties! All of the event details are listed on page 5. And to top it off, we have THE BEST way to commemorate it.

Our Carnaval Shirts are here!

This year, we have a brand new, fantastic design I love the shirts! As you are probably aware, every year the Pacific Pearl produces a limited number of special edition Carnaval T-shirts. The sale of these collectable shirts assists the Pearl in covering its costs over the summer months and helps to keep us going as a viable, free periodical that is available online in your absence and waiting for you upon your return.

And like you may have heard around town… It is widely known that the coolest ex-pats wear our shirts proudly! Be cool too! Come get your shirts, on sale now at Yoopers, and help support the Pacific Pearl.

Thanks to our Advertisers!

On that very special note of supporting the Pearl, we want to give a BIG THANKS to all of our advertisers!!! We encourage each of you readers to frequent the places advertised with us and let them know you found them in the Pacific Pearl. We trust our adverti-

sers and thanks to them we have survived 20 ½ years in the tourism industry in Mazatlan without a peso from any local, state, or federal agency. I firmly believe we must take care of each other and help

Mazatlan continue to be the Pearl of the Pacific, the destination spot, the “something special” that it has always been.

Ivan Pico, formerly of SECTUR

Speaking of promoting Mazatlan, as you may have heard the Secretary of Tourism (SECTUR) in Mazatlan has gone through some changes and we have a new SECTUR Director. As we welcome him into the position and wish him much luck and success, we also want to send a special thank you and farewell to all prior SECTUR representatives. We at the Pacific Pearl want to specifically thank Ivan Pico, formerly of SECTUR, for all of his hard work and dedication to the tourists here in Mazatlan. Ivan organized and atten-ded nearly every event for us Gringos and put his heart and soul into his work. Ivan, we wish you much luck in your future endeavors! You will be greatly missed!

Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! May you spend the day with the one you love, and if you don’t have one particular somebody, may you pass it with your feet in the sand and cerveza in hand! (Or really whatever drink makes you remember that you are indeed in Mazatlan, where everything is just a little bit better!)

Saludos, Michael

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Welcome to Mazatlán, the Pearl of the Pacific, where the average temperature hovers around 82°F/28°C, the sun shines every day, and outdoors is the place to be. The activities this city has to offer will appeal to everyone. Here on the Sea of Cortéz, Mazatlán’s coastline beckons you to stroll along its numerous beaches, or its 10 kms of Malecón—seawall, or to hike to El Faro-lighthouse, the second highest natural lighthouse in the world.

Beaches – Our beaches all have lifeguards for your protection, and warning flags along the beaches indicate by their color the condi-tion of the water. Swimmers should know:

BEACH SPORTS—try them all: parasail, kayak, boogie board, sail on a catamaran, jet ski, banana boat, shore fish, swim, bodysurf, play beach volleyball...or laze the day away under a palapa. Do as much or as little as you want. In the area of the Golden Zone:

Playa Sábalos: Sábalo beach is on the north side of Valentino´s nightclub (castlelike structure). Playa Gaviotas extends

from Hotel Playa Mazatlán to El Cid Mega Resort.

In the area of the Hotel Zone, you will see three islands rising offshore. Las Tres Islas: Wolf, Deer and Bird islands. Deer Island (center) has a small beach with great tide pools for snorkeling and can be accessed by boat cruises or catamaran.

Isla de la Piedra – Stone Island is located at the southern end of the city and is actually a peninsula but is easily accessible by taking a water taxi from the harbor (20 pesos return) This is a laid-back destination where you can walk, horse ride, or rent an ATV to explore the miles of undeveloped beaches, or hang out in one of the several open-air restaurants.

Olas Altas means high waves.Located in Centro Historico Old Town,

Olas Altas is the starting point for the Malecón, the city´s seaside walkway and continues for 10 kms, up to Valentino´s. Shops, galleries and restaurants offer art, silver, souvenirs and great food.

Playa Los Pinos: Between the Marine House and Fish-erman´s Monument. Local fishermen sell their daily catches here in the early morning or late afternoon.

Playa Norte: North of Playa Los Pinos, Playa Norte is a popular site to watch locals play beach baseball and soccer.

Playa Marlin: Along Avenida del Mar. Fresh seafood is served at beachside restau-rants.

Punta Camarón: The rocky point next to Valentino´s is a favorite with experienced surfers who love this area´s big crashing waves.

North Beaches: Playa Bruja and Punta Cerritos—take any of the buses marked

“Cerritos” and you will find these more isolated beaches. Popular with surfers, it is also a great area for horse riding and has a relaxing atmosphere with good open-air restaurants serving delicious seafood.

SIGHTSEEING —Mazatlán is proud of its rich history, as evidenced by the many monuments throughout the city that have become landmarks to us all. The Fisherman’s Monument is the most promi-nent, located on Avenida del Mar and Gutie-rrez Najera. The Sinaloan Family, looking towards the future, is located near Valentino´s and was a gift to the city from our famous artist, Antonio Lopez Saenz, at the turn of the century.

El Centro – Downtown is the original Mazatlán where you will see neo-classical architecture and the European influence of this port’s early settlers. Take a Sábalo Centro (green) bus that travels from the north of the city, to downtown. Visit the Cathedral, Central Market and Plaza Revolu-ción.

Centro Historico –Old Town—Walk a little further south and west of Plaza Revolución and you will find Plazuela Machado and the Angela Peralta Theater in Centro Historico, the restored historic center of the city which now extends to many streets with new shops and restaurants. If you continue walking west, toward the sea, you will come to the seaside area known as Olas Altas, Mazatlán´s original tourist zone. Here you can visit the Archeological Museum, the Museum of Art and art galleries. If you are here on the first Friday of the months between November and May, enjoy The Art Walk where you can tour the studios of local artists. Further along Olas Altas, you can

watch clavadistas—cliff divers, diving from the rocks, into tidal pools.

ACTIVITIESShop the Golden Zone: Handicrafts, silver

jewelry, leather clothes, huarache sandals, handmade gold and silver jewelry, Mexican zarapes, hand-painted pottery, talavera dishes, fine wood sculptures, Mexican blankets and so much more are available in the shops of the Golden Zone.

Restaurants & Nightclubs: Enjoy different restaurant every night—from local, succulent seafood to hot & spicy Mexican plates, to international fine dining. And the nightlife never ends. Happening clubs for those who like to party long and late, and romantic dance floors for easy listening and dancing. They´re all here.

Sport Fishing: The local waters are teeming with swordfish, sailfish, marlin, tuna and dorado. Farther north is the best fresh water bass fishing in Mexico.

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The Angela Peralta Theatre is located in Centro, in the Plazuela Machado. Box office hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call ahead to confirm 982 4446, hit O, for a bilingual attendant. Tickets for all Carnaval events, including the baseball stadium, are on sale at the box office or at the kiosks located in the Gran Plaza (open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.) or in the Plazuela Machado (open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.) Visit MazatlanLife.com often for accurate times. Saturday 2: Evening of the Arts/Velada de las Artes, " Can you hear the people sing"/ has oido a la gente cantar, concert featuring music from Les Misérable, Miss Saigon, Martin Guerre, The Pirate Queen, and La Révolution Francaise. Writer of the lyrics for Les Mis, Alain

Boublil, will be present along with six soloists from the Broadway production plus the local choral group, Guillermo Sarabia. Angela Peralta, 8 p.m., $250 - $600. Thursday 7: Gourmet food exhibition in the Plazuela Machado/Inauguración de la muestra gastronómica: Mingle with the kings and queens and sample special food prepared by the restaurants surrounding the square to celebrate Carnaval, free, 2 p.m. Inauguration of the Carnaval games, rides/Inauguraci n de la Feria de  Carnaval: This is fun for the whole family, games, rides,in front of Sam’s Club, free, 6:30 p.m. Dance performance/Baile de Fantasia y Embajadoras, in Centro, tbd. Coronation of the King of Happiness/Coronación Rey de la Alegria on Olas Altas, and it’s here you’ll see the 10 new electric cars, free, 7:30 p.m. Friday 8: Dance performance/Baile de Fachas: at the Salon Los Espejos in El Cid, comedians, Elvis impersonators, and songs from the Phantom of the Opera, 9 p.m. Coronation pageant for Queen of the flower games/Coronaci n Reina de los Juegos Florales: Estadio Teodoro Mariscal/ Baseball Stadium. Under the baton of Enrique Patrón de Rueda, a tribute to Lola Beltran, Pedro Infante and José Alfredo Jimenez will be performed by the Sinaloa Symphony Orchestra (OSSLA), the original Banda el Limon, and the choral group Guillermo Sarabia. 8:30 p.m. $100 to $450. Saturday 9: Coronation pageant for the Queen of Carnaval/ Coronaci n Reina del Carnaval: EstadioTeodoro Mariscal/ Baseball Stadium featuring the famous pop trio, Pandora. The production will also include a musical tribute to all the great old movies. 6:30 p.m., $100 to $500. Burning of the Bad Humour/Quema del mal humor: 9 p.m. Olas Altas, $30. Naval battle fought on the water (and the shore) with fireworks/Combate Naval, 10 p.m. Olas Altas, $30.

Sunday 10: First Carnaval Parade/Primer Desfile de Carnaval, starts at the Fisherman’s Monument/Monumento al Pescador and goes north to Valentinos on Rafael Buelna, free, 5:30 p.m. Monday 11: Children’s Costume Ball/Baile Infantil, Salón Espectaculare, on Av. Camaron Sabalo in front of the Hotel Quijote Chilo Moran Inn, 10 a.m. Coronation of the Child Queen of Carnaval/Coronaci n Reina Infantil: Estadio Teodoro  Mariscal/ Baseball Stadium, featuring the Latin Grammy Mexican pop band, Reik. 6:30 p.m.$100 to $450. A light parade /desfile nocturno y luces en Puerto Viejo, after dark, along the Av. Del. Mar, free. Tuesday 12: Second Carnaval Parade/Segundo Desfile de Carnaval, from the Aquarium south along the Malecon to Miguel Aleman, 4 p.m., free.

Free Jazz Festival Chilo The backstory: Chilo Moran was born in Concordia and became one of the world s most  respected and beloved trumpet players. All the concerts are free, at all the venues. Tickets are required for Thursday Feb. 21 - box office of the Angela Peralta. For other venues you can just "show up." Thursday 21: The Jazz Fest Chilo is launched in the Angela Peralta, with the Banda de Jazz, students from the Centro Municipal de Artes (CMA) under Maestro Carlos Betanzos. Saxophone player Juan Alzate then joins the group. Angela Peralta Theatre, 8 p.m. Friday 22: Jazz Trio Nuages celebrate the big band sounds from Europe, such as the French jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. Teatro UAS, ( university theatre behind the aquarium) 8 p.m. The popular Mazatlan group, Malamecha- Luis Guillermo Morales sax, Samuel Chiquete bass, Omar Rios percussion, and Gerson Leos on the piano. Casa Garcia (on Niños Heroes and Mariano Escobedo), 10 p.m. Saturday 23: The Ottis Ganceda Quartet: Ottis Ganceda is a talented American saxophone player: his group does it all from Bobby McFerrin to Aaron Copland. Casa del Marino (on the Malecon, opposite the green Lido condo), 8 p.m. Raúl Gutiérrez, and La Falsa Orquesta Cubana, Casa Garcia (on Niños Heroes and Mariano Escobedo), 10 p.m. Sunday 24: All that jazz – it’s the ultimate jazz jam. Plazuela Machado, 7 p.m.

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El Recreo Mazatlan Film & Theater: live play reading, guest speaker Mark Russell, feed your brain, and 7 terrific movies El Recreo is a not for profit community center, on Constitución #209. For detailed film synopsis go to www.mazact.com. All movies are $30 at the door. Monday 4: Silver Linings Playbook (2012) An off-beat romantic comedy-drama starring Robert DeNiro. 3 and 5:15 p.m. Wednesday 6:Astonishing Images of Life on Earth. Three of the world’s greatest nature photographers show you the earth in stunning visual detail. 2 p.m. Thursday 7:Hope Springs (2012) A thoughtful look at mature relationships with Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones. 3 and 5:15 p.m. Monday 11:The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012)  British retirees decide to "outsource" their retirement to less expensive and seemingly exotic India. Starring Maggie Smith and Judith Dench. 3 and 5 :15 p.m. Wednesday 13: Three of Bill Gate’s Favorite TED Talks:Stats that Reshape Your World;The History of the World in 18 minutes; Using Video to Reinvent Education. 2 p.m. Thursday 14: The Sessions (2012) Tender, funny, and touching, starring Helen Hunt and William H. Macy. 3 and 5:15 p.m. Friday 15:  Special Effects in the Movies” lead by live speaker Mark Russell. Mark just completed the special effects for Martin Scorcese’s new film and is more

than qualified to guide you through (and answer questions) on the TED Talk about Rob Legato – Rob sunk the Titanic along side James Cameron. 2 p.m., $50 Monday 18:Magic Mike (2012) Set in the world of male strippers, starring Matthew McConaughey -this smart screenplay allows audiences to have their beefcake and eat it too. 3and 5:15 p.m. Thursday 21:Flight (2012) A thriller with Denzel Washington. 3 and 5:15 p.m. Sunday 24 (4 p.m) & Monday 25 (6 p.m): A live playreading performance by local actors, “Wrong for Each Other.” A hilarious Neil Simon play about the ups and downs of a roller coaster relationship. Tickets are $70, and must be reserved in advanced by e mailing: mazact1@gmail.com. Wednesday 27: 3 TED Talks on technology that is reshaping our future: Robots that Fly; Sixth Sense Technology; It’s Not Fair to Have 12 Pairs of Legs. 2 p.m. Thursday 28: Looper (2012)Thought-provoking and thrilling, starring Bruce Willis, Joseph Gordon-Leavitt and Emily Blunt. 3 and 5:15 p.m.

Pacific Pearl6 February / 2013 / "Love is a beautiful red rose given for no apparent reason." Anonymous.

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SOCIAL Café Lounge176-7144In front of Costa de Oro

Twisted Mama’s669-129-2021Zona Dorada, La Laguna

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Pacific Pearl 7February / 2013 /"Love is the slowest form of suicide." Johnen Vasquez.

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Faces of Mazatlan:If you’ve read earlier editions of the Pacific Pearl, you’ve seen their monthly column, The Love Doctors, for the past two years. However, if you’ve never met the two characters behind the column, you have missed out on a real treat.

Michael was born in rural Penns-ylvania where he served as, “Class King,” as he likes to tell it. Mike received his first stage role in 1947, he became a song and dance man, was discovered by

talent agent, Archie Peck, who brought him to Broadway, and he met and married Dolores, a professional model.

As many men of this age experienced, Mike and his talents were not exempt from the political woes of the times. He was drafted and served in Special Forces during the Korean War. After discharge, he entered the doctorate program at the University of Pittsburgh.

Mike’s career took off in both academia and the arts. He worked as a teacher, school princi-pal, and a professor at Temple University in Child Growth, Deve-lopment and Research and Statistics. His research gained the attention of the US Government and Mike was “requested” to take a job with Washington. He set up think tanks, developed future predictions for the year 2000, and became the director of Multi and Cross Cultural programs. He went back to school to obtain licensure in Marriage, Family and Psychothe-rapy. He developed environmen-tal education programs, anti-drug programs, as well as reading programs for Guam, American Samoa, Alaska, and Saipan.

He fought for rights of Eskimo children, and taught football to children in Samoa, and integrated dance and theater into a gang intervention program. Mike’s program gave over 52 productions, established a professional theatre, and raised money for charity. He developed low-income family educa-tion programs which were used to set up 14 Juvenile Deten-tion Centers as an alternative to prison. Mike was recogni-zed as one of the 3 theorists that influenced cognitive

learning and transfer skills and was hired by NASA to train astronauts.

Mike also has extensive experience in the naturopathic arena. He started a massage school, wellness clinic, and gave workshops on sex therapy, wellbeing, peak performan-ce, metaphysics, Medical Hypnosis, and acupuncture. Mike has authored more than 40 articles and numerous books in Management, Psychology, Medicine, and Education.

Mike retired in 1989, he continued to teach acting, stage movement to professional actors, and taught dance to cancer survivors. He participated in talent contests, did TV shows, movies, and wrote movie scripts. He appeared with Buddy Hackett, George Hamilton, Elke Sommers, Gary Busey, Mickey Rooney, and Chris Kristopherson. He also appeared with the Muppets which was turned into a weekly TV show that ran for 3 years on ABC and CBS.

Mike has had many accomplishments and he manages to remain humble and grounded. Throughout his career Mike said his, “best roles were and continue to be a father and a husband.”

Some people might say Mike has been lucky but after meeting him, there is no denying he got his break on brains, brawn, and charm. Luck might have given him an edge, but his wit and diversity is what sets him apart!

Phyllis was born in southern Alber-ta, Canada, attended Keyano College and Medicine Hat College, and obtained a degree in Business Administration. She’s worked in inventory management, pharmacy assistance, property management, senior citizen complex administra-tion, insurance underwriting, and cable TV dispatch. She was often heard saying she loved her job because she, “Got to tell the guys

where to go!” She spent time managing a 4000 acre farming corporation, which included the financial and day to day operations. The most important discovery she found in the agriculture industry was, “A pair of panty hose can replace a fan belt on a combine, but it’s best to remove them first!”

In order to keep her artistic side entertained, she made costumes for her kids skating club. She also enjoyed many sports and became a professional body builder; earning first

place in competitions. Phyllis learned goal oriented behavior and wellness concepts during her body building, studied Feng Shui , developed a Feng Shui Consulting Business and DVD series, became a certified Reiki practitioner, and studied metaphysics.

The Love Doctors are each incredibly accom-plished, talented, and interesting indivi-duals, but together they have become even more.

Before they met, Michael had been married for 50 years to his wife Dolores, and Phyllis had been married 40 years to her husband Herb. At a metaphysics conference Michael was giving they found each other. Now they claim they are, “Incredi-bly lucky to have found true love twice in one life time.”

After visiting Mazatlan by cruise in 2009, they booked 2 weeks at Captain Moe's B&B. After 1 week, they knew this was their place. They love the city, culture, and the weather! They moved here in 2010 and married in Mazatlan. Together they have 4 children, 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

With their combined backgrounds they opened Relations-hips Connected, Inc. which provides seminars on transfor-ming relationships. For the past 2 years, we at the Pacific Pearl have been graced with some of their information on Love and Relationships. Now, we’re going to publish articles on health and wellness, culture, and even light hearted articles that show their fun, crazy side. The Love Doctors are about to show us the broad array of topics they have lived, experienced, and studied throughout their lifetime.

Michael and Phyllis are extremely hard to describe. Toge-ther they come up with crazy, witty, and fun ideas; once even greeting their guests at the airport in full costume and

Phyllis & Michael Giammatteo Ph.D, Ed.D

Michael & Phyllis

Kristina Bishop & The Pacific Pearl Editorial Staff

a sign reading, “Manure Occureth Tours.”

The best way to describe these two is with a quote from Michael himself… “She’s the ice cream, I’m the pie, when we get together we’re pie á la mode.”

What a pleasure to have sat down with this couple, and what an honor to have them writing for us in the Pacific Pearl month after month.

Pacific Pearl8 February / 2013 / "The first sight of love is the last of wisdom." Antoine Bret.

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Stranger in Paradise: E.G. Brady

They’re paving the road to our house. I guess I should be thrilled, you know, property values and so on, but frankly I have mixed feelings about it. A lot of memo-ries line that dusty road.

It has helped to keep civilization at arm’s length, separated us from the concrete jungle, given us the feeling that we’re living in a rancho far from the maddening crowds.

When I first came to Mazat-lan, the dirt road extended from the main avenida to our future abode, about two miles of densely packed red clay chicle heavily sprinkled with dust and litter. At its mouth, then a dry flat delta destined to be a major throughway someday, it was as wide as a highway but rude as a logging road. Just past the church, take a left and start climbing the hill. If it ever snowed it would make a killer ski run or suicide toboggan track. Upon reaching the top of the hill’s shoulder, looking up toward the antennas, the destination looms into sight. This is the point at which taxis have tended to express dismay and regret at ever having agreed to such a daunting assignment.

Over the years, things have changed. Mazatlan’s population has grown drama-tically inland to the east, as more and more neighbors have been buying cars, and piece by piece the pavement has slithered our way. First it was the future highway, past the new sports complex next to the church, and now the main road up the hill is a lovely four lane street

complete with matching sidewalks. Only the last few steep hundred yards remai-ned rugged, and now it too is being sugarcoated all the way to our front door and beyond.

So what’s the problem? Well, the timing could have been better. As I write this I

am getting around with a walker while recovering from hip surgeries, and the first thing they did was to obliterate our front steps, which would ordinarily be no big deal but now creates an impassa-ble cliff for poor old me. Thank God for my amigo con auto Sr. T who doesn’t mind scraping his station wagon up the rutted skid track a block above our lot

whenever I absolutely have to run some errand. I scrab-ble my way up on crutches through our brushy wildlife refuge to the rendezvous point, where the panoramic view of the coast and the sierras is dizzying. My youthful mountaineering experience serves me well in my middle age, as any slip or fall can mean death or worse, and life can depend on the firmness of a twig, the stabili-ty of a pebble or the visibility of a puddle.

Of course, pretty soon it will be finished and then even

low riding pulmonias will be eager to undertake the journey. Maybe we could even sell it for what we’ve got into it and move somewhere more rural…

E.G. Brady is in this 13th year of writing light hearted articles for the

Pacific Pearl.

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RAJAS DE CHILIES: CHILI PEPPER STRIPS

Many Mexican recipes call for rajas de chilies, charred, skin removed, Poblano chili peppers cut into long strips, called rajas-the Spanish word for strips. In Mexico, some-times canned chili strips are available and frozen Poblano chili pepper strips, ready to use, are available in the frozen food section of the large supermarkets. La Huerta is a brand name sold as: Rajas Poblanos 500 gram pkg. In the USA and Canada, canned Ortega Chilies can be used and in some areas, the frozen strips are also sold.

A word about Poblano and New Mexico Peppers, such as Anaheim: It is said that all peppers are native to the New World, from Mexico to Peru. The Poblano was first cultivated in Pueblo, from there it derives its name. It is a fat squatty dark green pepper. When dried, it is a very dark, almost black pepper, called Ancho. The New Mexico Chili peppers originally were brought to the state of New Mexico, USA, by the Spanish. In the 1800’s Fabian Garcia developed a pepper that was fleshier, larger, and milder that he called the New Mexico pepper. In New Mexico they grow an endless variety of peppers but the most common is the New Mexico. It is a long bright green pepper tapered at the end. Other types are the Hatch and the Chima-ya; named after the area in which they are grown.

The Anaheim derives its name from a man who brought this new variety of New Mexico Pepper seeds to Anaheim, California, in the early 1900’s. He farmed different varieties of chili peppers, including the new Anaheim. When dried, the Anaheim is referred to as California or New Mexico Chili. Varieties of the New Mexico Chilies grown in New Mexico are hotter than those grown in California. This is attributed to the make up of the soil.

Following are two recipes. One is to prepare the basic rajas de chilies. The other is a traditional Mexican dish, used as an appetizer or a side dish to be served with grilled meat or poultry.

INGREDIENTS: Basic Rajas de Chilies2 TBSP Vegetable oil6 Poblano peppers, charred or ready to use pepper strips1 cup Onions, chopped1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper1 garlic clove, minced1/2 tsp cumin, ground

METHODRemove stems, seeds, & veins from the peppers. Cut into strips, about 1/2 inch thick, set aside. Heat the oil in a large skillet, over medium heat, add the onion, salt and pepper. Cook for about five minutes, the onion will soften. Add the garlic, cumin and the chili pepper strips, continue to cook, stirring and tossing the ingredients. The peppers will have cooked fork tender. Cool, cover, and refrigerate or freeze in 1 cup containers.

Yield: Approx 3 cups

RAJAS de POBLANO PEPPERS with CHEESE

Pre-heat oven 350F (180C)Place 3 cups of rajas de chili Poblano, into a baking dish. Cover them with 2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack or Chihuahua cheese, bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.Yield: 6 serving.

Christine Yerbic is a self-described ´foodie´ who spent over 25 years working professionally in the food service industry. Since her �rst visit to Mexico in 1962, she has endeavored to learn all she could about

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in MazatlánMake sure you see Mazatlan Life´s Arts & Entertainment

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Feb 1 First Friday Art Walk 4pm-8pm, free self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries, www.artwalkmazatlan.com Feb 3 Annual Champagne Brunch for Amigos de las Animales, Hotel AguaMarina10am, $350.00, For tickets and info 669 986 4235Feb 5 Constitution Day - Día de la Constitución – (Celebrated on the 4th)Feb 7-12 The Carnaval music and dance party hits Olas Altas, from 9 pm-4am (See Page 5 for the listing of Carnival events!)Feb 9 LOOK Vintage Modern Gallery’s opening reception featuring watercolor artist Paulina Carillo, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.Feb 9 Farm To Table: Local chefs have been paired with local farms to offer free, public cooking demonstrations at the Mercado Organico in Zaragoza Park on the second Saturday of each month at 10a.m. Chairs provided for the audience.Feb 9 Friends of Mexico lunch meeting from 2:30-4:30 at Inn at Mazatlan. Lunch will cost 120 pesos. RSVP at www.friendsofmexicoac.org. Our speakers will be the Secretary of Public Security, Commander of the Transito Police, Subdirector of the Prevention Police Operations and the Coordinator of Civil Protection.Feb 9 Friends of Mexico boat ride to watch the Combate Naval fireworks show. www.friendsofmexicoac.org. Feb 10 Chinese/Lunar New Year (Year of the Snake)Feb 11 Drop in Ocean’s 2nd annual Valentine’s Party, La Palapa del Mar, 6pmFeb 11 A Fundraiser in honour of Terry Beaumont will be held at La Palapa Restaurant, at 6pm. Happy hour drinks and a special priced menu will be served with all proceeds going towards a new ladies shelter at A Drop in The Ocean Homeless Shelter, as requested by Terry. Please call Carla for more info 913-0561. Book your table early, as the event sold out last year.Feb 12 Lincoln’s Birthday (US)Feb 13 Ash Wednesday, Beginning of LentFeb 14 Valentine’s DayFeb 15 The romantic duo of Tanya Carrum & Brentster, Hotel Playa Mazatlan, 6pmFeb 16 LOOK Vintage and Modern Gallery, opening reception featuring water colour artist Paulina Carrillo, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.Feb 18 President’s Day (US)Feb 20 Friends of Mexico zipline trip. For info visit www.friendsofmexicoac.org. Feb 21-24 Jazz Fest Chilo, (See Page 5 for all the times and groups)Feb 22 Washington’s Birthday (US)Feb 23 Annual Hospice Dinner Dance, $500, call Peggy Sieber for tickets, 985 2346, El Cid, 6 p.m., dinner at 7Feb 24 Flag Day (Mex)Feb 26 Pro Mexico House Tour 2013, To benefit Education and Health programs. Departs El Cid Club House at 9.30, Visit of 6 houses within the City, Snack at Club House after the Tour, Cost $350.00 (Tour and snack included). Tickets available at: Pacific Pearl office, El Cid Club House front desk, Bar Macaw's (At Casa de Leyendas), and with Kathi Mc Caw 981-78-55Feb 27 Luna Gallery’s “The Nature of Birds”, opening reception from 6-8:30 p.m.

Every Wednesday Cooking classes, in English, with Héctor Pinche, Molika Bakery, 4:30pm, all fees are donated to charity.Every Thursday Acoustic jazz playing, try out new songs, El Recreo, 11 a.m.Every Thursday Dancing and dancing lessons in Zaragoza square, free, 5pmEvery Friday Coffee house music, musicians play, audiences listen El Recreo, 1 p.m.Every Saturday Mazatlán Farmers Market (Mercado Organico de Mazatlán) An open-air market held from 8am to noon in Zaragoza Park

Looking Ahead Mar 1 First Friday Art Walk 4pm-8pm, free self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries, www.artwalkmazatlan.comMar 7-9 SECTUR Mazatlán ForumMar 9 Ojalá’s 3rd annual live auction fundraiser, save the date, details to followMar 9 Governors Forum - held in the Mazatlan Forum; details to be announcedMar 18-23 Mazatlan International WeekMar 9 Ojalá’s 3rd annual live auction fundraiser, save the date, details to followMar 10 Daylight Savings US & CANADAMar16 It’s March Madness at LOOK Vintage and Modern Gallery featuring Bill Panther’s fantasy paintings, and Lopus Diarakato Cactus Sculptures, opening reception 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.Mar 17 St. Patrick’s DayMar 18 Delfos Dance Company’s annual elegant fundraiser, Angela Peralta, 8 p.m.Mar 20 Spring Equinox - Party at Las Labradas.Mar 21 Natalicio de Benito Juárez - (Celebrated on the 18th) Mar 22 Romantic duo Tanya Carrum & Brentster at Hotel Playa Mazatlan, 6pmMar 24 Annual fundraiser for Write on Maz! – the English Library – with guest speaker Mike Curtis, Museo de Arte, 2 pmMar 24 “Write on Maz” Mazatlan Membership Library's annual literary event & Benefit, 4:00 pm at El Canucks de Leon. Guest speaker: author/musician/composer Mike Curtis, speaking about his autobiography “Memories of a Musician in Mexico,” reading passages from his new novel, playing musical compositions, & book signing. Delicious hors d’ oeuvres, a no host bar, raffle prizes, & a silent auction. Tickets are $250 pesos each and will be available through library volunteers mid FebruaryMar 24-31 Easter Week (Semana Santa)Mar 24 Palm Sunday

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Marie HermansonMarie’s Musings"Love is like a river, never ending as it flows, but gets greater with time!" Unknown.

Squirming Baby Sea Turtles Try holding a one-day old baby sea turtle in your hand while its little flippers are madly flapping away in auto-pilot. One sunny afternoon while lounging by the pool at the Inn of Mazatlan, it was announced that baby turtles were being released and we were invited to participate. The

biologist from the Mazatlan Aquarium presided.

The giant sea turtles that live at the Aquarium lay hundreds of eggs at a time. The eggs are put in Styrofoam coolers, first a layer of sand, then a

layer of eggs, sand, eggs, sand. Three months later the turtles hatch. They dig their way out of the sand but can’t get out of the cooler. The Aquarium staff take the coolers full of baby turtles to the beach to be released. They are released in front of a beachside hotel so that a bilingual hotel staff can explain what is happe-ning; making the event an educational opportuni-ty. We learned that only one in one hundred baby turtles survive to adulthood. They are a delicious snack to many predators, birds, fish and mammals alike. There are 5 species of sea turtles and four of those can be found in Mexico. All species deposit eggs between June and Septem-ber, hatching between September and Decem-ber. For more info visit www.acuariomazatlan.com.

On the beach my friend and I gathered in a circle around the Styrofoam containers with about 30 other people. After an informative lecture we were told to make a line about 20 feet in front and parallel to the surf. We were each given a baby turtle to hold. I could barely contain my little guy. He never stopped moving and I was afraid that I would hurt him if I held him too tightly. My other hand was busy holding my margarita. We were given the signal to put the babies down on the sand and they immediately took off in a mad turtle marathon. After the race to the sea, the remaining thousand or so baby turtles were dumped out of the Styrofoam contai-

ners. They scrambled over each other in a squir-ming mass. It was something to behold. In a matter of minutes the surf took them away and the event was over… But the memory remains…

Marie lives in El Centro, Mazatlan for six months

and Portland, Oregon for six months.She has been coming to Mazatlan since 1997

and spending the winters here since 2004.

Elena Hrusba.

Suki, Victor & Danny are ready to entertain you with Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, & Rock N Roll. If you’re in the mood, Suki is always ready to show you a few dance moves. Ebano is extre-mely talented and passionate about their music. This group is a must see when in Mazat-lan!! Ebano is at Twisted Mama’s Wednesday 6:30-10:30pm, Friday 3:30-5:30 & 6:30-10:30pm, and Sunday 5:30-9:30pm.

Do you know Ebano?

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Aguamarina 981-7080Azteca Inn 913-4425Belmar 985-1112Cerritos Resort 988-0238Costa de Oro 913-5344Costa Bonita 988-0121De Cima 982-7311Del Sol 985-1103Don Pelayo 983-2221El Rancho 988-0099Emporio 983-4611Fiesta Inn 989-0100Hacienda 982-7000Hacienda Blue Bay 988-0954The Palms Resort 913-2222Inn at Mazatlan 913-5354Islas del Sol 913-0199Jacarandas 984-1177La Casa Contenta 913-4976La Siesta 981-2640Las Flores 913-5100Los Arcos 913-5066Luna Palace 914-6299Marley 913-5533Oceano Palace 913-0666Olas Altas Inn 981-3192Playa Bonita 983-8000Playa Mazatlán 989-0555Plaza Marina 982-3622Posada Freeman 981-2114Pueblo Bonito 989-8900Pueblo Bonito Emerald 989-0525Quality Inn 989-2300Quijote Inn 914-1134Ramada Inn 983-5333 Riu 989-7900Royal Villas 916-6161Sands Las Arenas 982-0000Sea Garden 988-0045Stone Island Hotel 981-9274Suites del Real 983-1955Suites Los Girasoles 913-5288Crown Plaza 988-0324Solamar Inn 913-6666Torres Mazatlán 988-0080Villas at Estrella del Mar 982-3300

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AIRPORT/AIRLINE- Aeropuerto (directo) 982-21-77- Aeroméxico 914-10-34- Alaska Air 981-48-13- Continental 985-18-81- Viva Aerobus 981-19-11- Aerocalafia Tel. (669) 984-43-00 (669) 985-43-00 - Aeroguerrero 669-112-06-77 Cel: 669-164-33-75- Republic Air 01(55)5203-8090- U.S. Airways 981-11-84- West Jet 001-800-514-7288- Volaris 001-800-122-8000 USA 1-866-988-3527

BANKINGMost banks are open from 9am to 4pm Monday-Friday and some are open on Saturdays. Because of frequent changes with all the banks, it is best to check with them for their current policies. At press time, these are their policies: BANCOMER does not exchange cash to pesos. From 9am to 2pm, they will cash travelers´checks with your passport up to a $1,000 maximum daily. BANAMEX will cash travelers’ checks from 9 am to 2 pm daily to a maximum of $450 with your passport. They will also exchange US and Canadian dollars for pesos. BANORTE will only accept dollars and travelers’ checks for deposit (as pesos) in an account. HSBC does not cash American or Canadian dollars, nor travelers’ checks. SANTAN-DER only cashes travelers´ checks if they are deposited into your account. They do not cash American or Canadian dollars. SCOTIA BANK does not cash travelers´ checks, but will cash US and Canadian dollars to a maximum of $300. Debit card and credit card cash advances are availa-ble 24 hours daily at ATMs only. Please

note the BANK OF MEXICO has increased the fee of withdrawals at ATMs ranging from 17 to 36 pesos. To avoid hassles, exchange American or Canadian cash (no coins) at a CASA DE CAMBIO - money exchange. You may get a lower exchange rate, but you will get pesos.BEACHESAll beaches in México are federal property up to high tide lines, and thus, public. Watch for a color-coded flag system informing swimmers of surf conditions. (Find additional information on page 4 of this edition) DELIVERYCheck the food delivery policy with your hotel. Some allow the delivery to the lobby, others request that you wait outside the door of the lobby.DRINKING THE WATERPurified water and ice are available in all restaurants, bars and lounges. Purified water can be purchased in all supermar-kets. Do not drink the water from the tap unless your hotel has a purified drinking system.E-MAILThere are numerous cyber-cafes in the tourist areas. The Malecon has Wi-Fi, as do many restaurants in the Plazuela Machado and the Golden Zone.HEALTHPharmacies are generally staffed by knowledgeable people. Many will deliver and some are open 24 hours.MONEY EXCHANGESeveral Casas de Cambio can help you change dollars (and occasionally other currencies) for pesos. Casa rates are some-times not as good as the banks (usually by a few cents) but they are generally open longer hours with shorter lines. Some hotels offer exchange services.PHONING HOMEAlthough hotels can assist with long distan-ce calls, dialing direct can be expensive. Call collect or bill the call to a calling card for the best rates. Dial 090 to reach a TELMEX international operator and ask for an English speaking operator. When calling cell phones, dial 044-669 before the number. Most phones work by using LADATEL cards, which can be purchased at various supermarkets.MEXICAN PHONE CODES:LONG DISTANCE (Dial Direct)Domestic 01USA & Canada 001Rest of the World 00LONG DISTANCE (Through Operator)Domestic 020International 090SPECIAL SERVICESTime 030Wake-Up Call 031Info - Domestic Directory 040Line Repair 050Cust. Service (Long Dist.) 055EMERGENCIES 0661-800 Numbers (not free)For numbers: 1-800 dial 001-880 1-888 dial 001-881 1-877 dial 001-882 1-866 dial 001-883POSTING MAILThe post office is located downtown, across the street from the main plaza & the other one inside the Central Bus Station. However, for those located in the Golden Zone, it’s more convenient to go to Post@Ship for all postal services. Post@Ship is an official agent of the Mexican Postal Service. Located in Plaza La Lomita and in the Marina.REPORT CREDIT CARDSWhere to report misplaced or stolen

international credit cards in Mexico.MasterCard: 1800-307-7309American Express:Travelers Checks: 001-800-828-0366Credit Cards: 001-800-333-3211Visa:Credit Cards: 001-800-847-2911Collect: 001-410-581-9994MasterCard:Credit Cards: 001-800-622-7747Collect: 001-314-542-7111TAXESA national consumer tax of 16% known as IVA is added to most purchases, although it is generally included in most restaurant menu prices. Hotels charge an 18% tax.TRANSPORTATIONAlways negotiate the price of the ride before entering a taxi. If you are not satisfied with the price, just step back and wait for the next one. The following charges are fairly standard thoughout Mazatlán — Taxis (red & green): from downtown to Golden Zone 50-70 pesos. Pulmonias: from downtown to Golden Zone 70-90 pesos. Aurigas: (red pick-up trucks) 65 pesos (8 person capacity) Green Bus with A/C: 10 pesos (will give change) Yellow Bus: 6.50 pesos & 7.50 pesos with A/C (will give change)TIPPINGAt restaurants, 10 to 15% is standard. Check to ensure the tip is not included in your bill. Be sure to differentiate between the 16% tax and a tip. Bellmen usually receive about 20 to 50 pesos per service and maids 20 pesos per day. It is not neces-sary to tip taxi drivers unless they have rendered special services, such as waiting while you go into a store or business. Tour guides should be tipped for a tour well done. The boys and girls at supermarkets typically receive 5 to 10 pesos for helping bag groceries, more if they bring them to your car - they receive no salary. Delivery people should also be tipped.DRIVING IN MAZThe speed limits in Mazatlán are 40kph in the city, 20kph in school and hospital zones and 90kph outside urban areas.Watch out for unmarked topes (speed bumps). Some are fairly high and can cause severe damage to your vehicle.CONSULATESU.S. CONSULATE IN HERMOSILLO, SONORA. Hours: 9a.m.-5 p.m., Mon-Fri. Closed Mexican and U.S. Federal holidays. Call 01-(662)217-2375 for officer. 01-900-849-4949 for visa appt.U.S. CONSULATE IN NOGALEHours: 8a.m.-4:30p.m., Mon-Fri. Call 01-(631)913-4820 for appt.U.S. CONSULAR IN MAZATLÁN. Playa Gaviotas 202, Local 10, across from Hotel Playa Mazatlan. U.S. Consular Agent Luis Ramirez. Notary Stamp $50 USD. Hours: 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Tel / fax (24 hr. emergency): (669)916-5889 email: mazagent@prodigy.net.mx To call the American Embassy in Mexico City, dial 01-52-555-080-2000CANADIAN CONSULAR IN MAZATLÁN. La Marina Business and Life Commercial Center, Blvd. Marina Mazatlan 2302, Office 41. Consular Agent Wendy Hardo-uin. Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm, Mon-Fri. Tel:913-73-20, Fax:914-66-55. To call Canadian Embassy in Mexico City dial: 01-555-724-7900. For after hours emergen-cies, dial: 01-800-706-2900.OTHER MAZATLAN CONSULATES:Germany: 914-9310, 916-5980Denmark: 981-7642France: 985-1228Italy: 985-1478IIMMIGRATION OFFICE:981-3813

"A friend is someone who will bail you out of jail. A best friend is the one sitting beside you saying, 'Damn that was fun."

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The Love Doctors Michael & Phyllis Giammatteo

"Though miles may lie between us, we're never far apart, for friendship doesn't count the miles, it's measured by the heart."

The Laws of LovePeople spend a lot of time studying and thinking about relationships. They try to figure out the “rules” that seem to exist and the “laws” that under grid the system. Scholars and professors analy-ze the system and philosophers put it all together to give it meaning! When knowledge steps in, ignorance leaves.

Most of us know there are rules and laws in nature as well as in our human lives that really cannot be violated without high cost. The cost may be in the form of injury, ill health or even death. So friends, the laws of life are as real as the laws of nature and breaking them causes human suffering. In reality humans don’t break the laws as much as the laws break humans. Don’t waste time trying to beat the system, instead understand its building blocks and normal consequences of behavior. (The hand that turns the doorknob opens the door. Dah!)

We have natural laws; economic laws; social laws; religious laws (dogma) and rules in general that are annoying or hard to follow. But in the end we know laws and rules cannot be broken without a price. So as the month of Valentine’s Day and Love is upon us

why not follow this simple set of laws for a Loving Life:

• Know things that happen may have no reason, but they happen

• Know what to expect for breaking the social; economic; legal; moral and relationship laws

• Notice the good in all of life’s lessons;

those planned and those that come from out of the blue

• Talk over how life’s laws can benefit you

Remember the life we live plays by the law of averages and economists; statisti-cians; researchers; coaches etc. all know this. Flip a coin 10 times and on average you will get 5 heads and 5 tails, so bank on averages.

When averages no longer apply to your life it is important to find out what is preventing it from happening. Love life but know the law of averages means no one has to give up their quest for the ideal relationship. Even the darkest night ends with the brightness of a new day. Be realistic and love a “Real Loving Life”. Happy Valentine’s Day!

Notice Good, Laugh Loud, Love Often!

Michael & Phyllis are contributing from their work to advise readers on keeping the most important relationships healthy toward happiness here in paradise. Look for future

articles and free relationship workshops. www.lovesgps.com lovesgps@gmail.com.

Las Jaibas 4th Annual

The folks who live halfway to Cerritos at Las Jaibas Trailer Park just fell in love with the kids at the The Mission Center Children´s Home (Hogar Para Niños Centro La Mision) and wanted to do more to help them. So, in 2010 they held their first Chili Cook-Off and were energized when they raised $6,000 pesos. Now, it´s time for the 4th Annual Cook-Off and you are invited! It really is a FUN party. This year’s event will be held February 23 at 1:00pm. A

$30 pesos donation will get you a spoon and cup to use for tasting the chilis - then vote for your favorite. ALL of the proceeds from the event will go to The Mission Center. Let´s see if someone can beat John this year!! Beverages will be available for purcha-se. If you like, you may enter YOUR famous chili (pre-cooked and in your crock-pot.)For more information call (669) 988-1374 at the RV Park.

Las Jaibas 4th Annual

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Special rates for Mazatlan residents, Friday, Saturday and Sundayin February $45 USD green fee and cart, does not include transportation (Must show proof of Mazatlan residency)

669-915-8320 Call to reserve tee time.Mazatlan Visitors and Hotel Guests

Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: Twilight Special $75 USDincludes cart & range balls

transportation is available for $15 USD per person round trip

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February 2013 GOLF PROMOTIONS

Stay at Windham Hotel with us and pay only $25 USD to Play Golf

Individual 6 months Membership $1,500 USD, couple $2,200 USD With Cart $2,100 USD and $3,200 USD

Amigos de los Animales is happy to announceThat tickets for the Annual Champagne

Brunch are now available at Amigos de losAnimales Humane Society.

The “Brunch” will be held at:

Hotel AguaMarina February 3rd, 201310:00 A.M. $350.00

Amigos de los Animales is located at: Bicentenario Juarez #3 Col. Francisco Villa, Tel: 669 986 42 35

Tickets will also be available at otherlocations around town,

details to be announced soon.

"A friend is someone who will walk the long way when you don't want to hop the fence." Unknown.

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2013 rolled in with cold weather, severe high waves, and heavy winds. And even a few port closing warnings due to strong northern winds.

The water quality varied but was generally good with occasio-nal patches of green turbid water.

Overall the fishing at Mazatlan proved to be excellent, a part from weather conditions. Water temperatures are now ranging from 70-72°F/26-26 °C degrees. There was a strong current running that effected the action when trying to do any serious bottom fishing. And a few weeks last month there was enough warm sunshine to keep most sun worshipping tourists happy, reaching into the upper 70s/ High 20s on most days.

The bite varied from day to day, some days more tuna, others more dorado, and there were also the factors of swarming schools of needlefish that at times made it nearly impossible to keep a fresh bait in the water. The yellowfin averaged 15 to 20 pounds, but there were a few larger 40 to 50 pound fish mixed in; most of them falling victim to the sea lion attacks.

Dorado were found throughout the same fishing areas approximately 5 miles offshore, the majority of them being closer to shore rather than further out. Fish up to 30 pounds were moving though rapidly chasing

halfbeaks or large ballyhoo, which made it difficult to get into position for a hookup.

Roosterfish were feeding along Mazat-lan coast line. Most were smaller fish, under ten pounds with a few larger. A 32 pound roosterfish was hooked on a dead “lisa” off of Playa Brujas.

Until next time, good luck and good fishing.

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Fishing Report Job Othoniel

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DoradoDorado (Mahi-Mahi or Dolphin Fish, as they are called in some places) are one of the world’s most popular game fish, and it’s no mystery why that is. They are spectacularly colored, fight hard, jump when hooked, and taste delicious. They are abundant in most tropical locations including Mazatlan, and because they are a fast-growing, short-lived fish they are hungry more often than not. They die of

old age around 5-6 years old and attain a maximum weight of around 90lbs.

Words and pictures cannot adequately describe the beauty of a fully lit up Dorado in the water. I have seen thousands of pictures of Dorado and I can’t remember one that looked as good as the real thing. They can change the intensity of their colors based on their mood and unfortunately their color usually fades almost immediately after they are brought on board a boat. By the time they get back to the dock they are usually a dull gray color and you would

have a hard time convincing anyone that they are one of the most strikingly colored fish in the ocean

Males, often called “Bulls,” have a large distinctive flat forehead. They grow bigger than the females, which are called “Cows.” Most fish over 25lbs will be male.

Tackle: Any medium weight conventio-nal set up should work fine. Unfortuna-tely, Dorado are often hooked when trolling with heavy tackle meant for larger fish such as Marlin and so they are totally outmatched and really don't get a chance to show what they are made of. This is one of the great tragedies of sport fishing. If you hook a 30lb+ Dorado on a lighter saltwater bait casting rod and reel you are in for quite a fight.

Techniques: Dorado are an open water species that often associate with floating debris such as logs. If you are in an area with Dorado any floating object is worth a look as it may concentrate the fish. Chum can really get them going. They are considered a pelagic fish but I have seen them caught from shore on rare occasions.

Lures: Most Dorado are caught on trolling lures such as rubber skirts meant for Marlin or Sailfish or feathers meant for Tuna. They also hit trolled plugs, such as Rapalas, and of course shrimp.

Bait: Dorado mostly eat fish so traditional baitfish such as sardines and Pacific Mackerel work well. Larger fish will eat larger baits. Dorado have relatively small

mouths but it always amazes me how they can somehow still engulf relatively large baits. When they are fired up they will eat almost anything, alive or dead.

Where to get the BIG Dorado: Any tropical location where there is good fishing for other pelagics such as Marlin or Sailfish should have some Dorado. Some world-record fish have been caught in the Mazatlan area so that would be a good bet. The best time to go Dorado hunting is after the rain flushes debris into the water as the debris will concentrate them.

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Yes you’ve read it here first. The people of Mazatlan have found the Fountain of Youth. Or so it seems.

History lesson time. Centuries ago explorers would go in search of a place where by drinking the waters from this magical location you would turn back the hands of time. 16th century explorer Juan Ponce De Leon is most recognized for searching for this fountain and thought it would be found in Florida. I’m from the east coast and it makes sense as most east coast retirees can be in found living their golden years in Florida. St. Augustine, the oldest city in the US claims to have a natu-ral spring that has become a tourist attraction naming it the Fountain of Youth. Sadly people who drink from the foul smelling waters do not turn into teenagers.

Which brings us back to Mazatlan. Have you taken notice of the people here? They’re rollerblading, bike riding, walking up and down the Malecon. I’m not talking teenagers here. I’m referring to the older gene-ration, not even the baby boomer generation but older. My wife and I know some of these people and are amazed when we find out their age. They all look 10-20 years younger than their true age. I joke with them asking where this fountain of youth in Mazatlan is. I’ve yet to receive its location; maybe I’m not at the age yet where the secret can be revea-led. Maybe the supply of this magical water is not infinite and knowing Mazatlan that is understandable.

My other observation was how happy these people are. They laugh,

sing, dance and are really enjo-ying their retire-ment. I don’t see that in the older generation back east. Could that be the deciding variable in this equation? By being so happy with their life here in Mazatlan they look youn-ger than their biological age. Does happiness equal longevity? Studies have been done and seem to believe that happiness in humans and animals does equal longevity.

Ok that seems simple enough. Be happy and live longer. Then why doesn’t everyone adopt this attitu-de? As I mentio-ned I don’t see this back east. Did they not get the memo or are they just not here in Mazatlan? Mazatlan needs the tourists to return here. I suggest a major ad campaign with the slogan “Come to Mazat-lan, and find the

Fountain of Youth”. We have many fountains here including “The Conti-

nuity Of Life” along the Malecon. That would be perfect in the adverti-sing brochure.

The tourists will come in droves because everyone I know wants to feel younger. They’ll arrive and will find themselves happier than they were before which in turn will make them feel younger.

Let it be our secret that there really isn’t a fountain of youth here. Being in Mazatlan just makes you feel like there is.

Lloyd Goldstein has been a guest author & photographer for the Pacific Pearl in

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The neighbors must still be wondering about that unearthly screech the other morning. It all started in my patio garden. I rose early, excited to plant the beautiful yellow rose bush bought the day before at the supermarket plaza, a bargain by Canadian standards and I didn’t even realize it came with a bonus.

I was still wearing the loose shift I slept in when I bent over to cut away the plastic cover surrounding the plant. Suddenly a black form the size of an egg explo-ded out of the soil. I looked down into the inside creases of my dress hanging

from my shoulders and came eyeball to eyeball with a palpitating frog clinging to the material.

Without pause to think about the possibility of a new prince in my life I flailed wildly, dislod-ged the helpless beast, and managed to rip off my favorite necklace, pieces yet to be disco-vered. Did I mention a screech? Luckily there were no mating raptors in the vicinity.

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Pacific Pearl20 February / 2013 / "It is not how much you give or what you say, it is how much love you give in what you do!" The Lost Heart.

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The Pacific Pearl would like to give a special recognition to Kenneth D. Honig, C.E.M., of the New York and New Jersey Port Authority who donated equip-ment to the Mazatlan police, including the Secretary of Public Security (Secretaria de Seguri-dad Publica) and the Transit police (Transito Municipal).

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Paws to Consider Amigos De Los Animales

Amigos De Los Animales takes in cats & dogs from the streets & unwanted pets. We survive on donations & our very reasonable adoption fees. We also run a 2nd hand Bazaar out of our location where donations are apprecia-ted. All animals are vaccinated & sterilized before adoption. Our phone number is 669-986-4235. www.amigosdelosanimalesmaz.com

Madonna actually needs very little. Food, shelter and most of all love. She has been at the shelter for 10 months and seriously needs a home of her own. She is a very happy girl, loves walks and lots of attention. She has had her vaccinations, is spayed, and is in excellent health. Can you give our mate-rial girl the perfect home?

You can help by adopting, donating, or volunteering. Our winter volunteer program is in full swing & there is always room for caring enthusiastic people. Our annual major fundraiser is our Champagne Brunch on Feb. 3 - get your tickets soon since it is always sold out.

We also want to say a heartfelt thanks to Edgar Barragan, our shelter manager for the last 7 years. His care and attention saved countless street dogs and cats with many hours spent bottle feeding, medicating, tending and consoling sick and frightened animals. We wish him all the best as he moves on to help with the family business. Lucky for us, he has offered to continue at the shelter as a volunteer. Thank you Edgar. Edgar.

Madonna.

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holsters, belts, and pins. In past years, Kenneth has donated uniforms, sirens, utility belts, along with many other items used by the police.

It’s a brotherhood between these officers. Kenneth started donated equipment 10 years ago along with Mike Veselik from our Pacific Pearl. Every year he’s delivered as much equipment he could possibly bring. Keeping those who protect us safe is a grand priority… And with an overall general concern for the police department, Kenneth delivers! Year after Year!

Pacific Pearl 21February / 2013 /"Love is known best by the blind, for it is meant to be known by the heart, not by the eyes." Peter Streiter.

Letters to the EditorThe Paci�c Pearl has added a new section especially designed for you… Send us your rants, your

raves, whatever you think the Mazatlan community deserves to know about! We can’t promise we’ll put them all in, but we will promise we’ll try. Paci�c Pearl reserves the right to reject or edit all

submissions as we see �t. To the Man on the bike that stopped on Jan 7, 2013 in the field by the EmporioSubmitted by: fred01@telus.net

There was a stray dog whom we named Jose. The man left and then returned and put a leash and collar on the dog. He then proceeded to get into a pulmonia with a lady. From the group of 7 Spanish Angels who provided Jose with medication, food, and water, we would really appreciate it if you would let us know where the dog is and how he is doing. Please reply through this newspaper. We miss Jose.

A “Tip of the Hat” Salute to Amigos de Los Animales: Submitted by: Donelle & Tom Manton

In honor of Chiquillo being safely returned… A year ago, the black male Scottie owned by the former captains at Mazatlan’s Salvaton Army Children’s Home vanished from the compound. After an extensive search, we contacted Billie Losciale, president of Amigos de los Animales... Five months later, in May, Billie came in contact with the dog. Captain David could hardly believe he was hearing the news they’d all been waiting and praying for. When David went to pick up the pup, he went “armed” with “ammunition”: as many children from the home that he could safely pack into the van. As the van pulled up and the children saw the Scottie, they squealed with delight, calling the Scottie by his given name, “Chiquillo.” Although five months had passed, the Scottie immediately recognized the children – responding with leaps into the air, kissing the children’s faces – and bursting with happiness – just like old times. As David gently visited with the woman and her father, the children played with their pet. As the woman watched the children and Chiquillo playing and listened to David’s kind appeal, she suddenly replied for him to, “Take your and the children’s dog home.” With that they all piled in the van with Chiquillo and passed him forward, one-by-one to David in the driver’s seat. The Scottie put his paws on the steering wheel, seemingly wanting to help drive himself home, safe at last, contently sitting on David’s lap all the way. We gratefully acknowledge the valued presence of Amigos de los Animales in Mazatlan and we say, “Thank you!” especially to Billie and Marlene, for bringing this happy ending to fruition. We want to call attention to Amigos de los Animales devotion to animals and give a “tip of the hat” salute to everyone involved in this rescue – as well as those who volunteer each day at the shelter. We give the glory to God for His goodness, always, and His wondrous works.

Sharps Hospital - Angels and DemonsSubmitted by: Steve and Karen Miller

I feel compelled to tell all of you tourists and readers about an incident involving Sharps Hospital. My mother, Shirley Salin, a thirty year vacationing veteran of Mazatlan, recently suffered a stroke here. We had her rushed by ambulance to Sharps where they admitted her to the Intensive Care Unit only after we agreed to leave a security deposit. We informed the administration department that she had full coverage insurance in the U.S. which would also cover her abroad as well. They agreed that this was acceptable to them. What ensued over the following week was nothing short of chaotic.

The following day we were notified by administration that they would not accept her insurance after all. Mind you that Shirley is the spouse of a high ranking retired military officer and carries the best insurance worldwide. After many hours of back and forth discus-sion they agreed once again that they would accept her insurance if we would file the claim forms for them. Which, we agreed to do. After recovering in ICU for a period of four days we were notified by her Doctor at Sharps that she would be admitted to a regular room where she should stay for a period of four to six weeks recovering at which point she would need to undergo surgery to repair a blocked artery in her neck or risk another stroke. In lieu of the harsh treatment we had to endure from Sharps Hospital administration in such a difficult time, the care my mother received from the doctors and nurses was second to none!

Before she was transferred from the I.C.U. to a regular room we notified the hospital we wanted a private nurse to be with Shirley around the clock, as she was disoriented and kept trying to pull her nasal feeding tube, I.V. and other wires out. After waiting in her room for five hours the private nurse hadn’t arrived. We inquired about it and were told they were unable to find private nurses! We were devastated and exhausted, but knew we would have to stay at her bedside ourselves. Then, a wonderful angelic nurse named Nancy who was working the floor recognized our situation and stepped in. She made some calls and arranged for round the clock private nurses to rescue us within the hour. We would like to express our true appreciation and gratitude to Nancy del Carmen Tirado Gutierrez for saving our sanity and enlisting the help of Aldo Carrillo Millan’ and Maria Toresillas. They went beyond the call of duty by literally holding our mother’s hand twenty four hours a day while we scrambled with arrangements, paper work and red tape. They braided her hair, gently rubbed her legs for circulation and even asked what kind of music she liked, so they could play it to her! The comfort they gave us and compassion they shared was priceless! God bless them!

Unfortunately Nancy wasn’t in charge of hospital administration as well. At the time of transfer from ICU to a room, the hospital handed us an itemized up to date bill and asked us to submit it to the insurance company. This took place on a Friday evening and the hospital administration was extremely angry that they would not be paid that day and would have to wait until Monday for the insurance company to receive the bill via fax.

On Monday we were told that they would be discharging Shirley and we needed to pay the entire bill up front, and in cash because they would not accept my father’s credit card number over the phone. We immediately arranged to have Shirley airlifted out of Mazatlan to the U.S. and informed the hospital she would be leaving the next day. On Tuesday, with the jet ambulance at the airport and the ambulance waiting at the hospital to transfer her to the airport, they refused to allow her to leave the hospital without payment in full. We explained that the insurance would pay them within three weeks and even let them speak to the insurance company who confirmed the processing time and payment. Not good enough!

They were actually holding my mom hostage! After several hours of waiting we finally had to directly wire the funds to an account designated by them and submit confirmation of such before they would allow her to leave. I am sharing this with all of you so that you know what you might encounter at the Sharps facility here in Mazatlan. If indeed you do require hospitalization at Sharps we hope you find our savior Nancy!

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FOR ALL YOUR SEWING NEEDS see ALICIA at the Plaza next to Banamex in the Golden Zone, Local 8-A, next to Farmacia Moderna. Mon-Fri: 8am.-7pm & Sat. 9am-4pm. Tel. 669-2119 P

OCEAN FRONT CONDO at Costa Bonita, 2 bdr., studio, 3 baths, fully furnished and equipped.Call Irma. Cel. 044669 918-2734 0213

BEACH HOUSE: 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 5,000 sq ft. Gated community. All offers considered Financing available. maz_house@yahoo.com P

OCEAN FRONT CONDOS / LAS GAVIAS

Club Residential: 2 bd, 2 ba, 1459 SF, Reduced to $209,000

Golden Shores: 2 bd, 2.5 ba, 1940 SF, $385,000 Sale PendingGolden Shores: 3 bd, 3 ba, 2162 SF, $450,000Rex Chambers 044 669 163 6837info@mazatlanrealestateguide.com 0213

FOR SALE

OCEAN FRONT CONDO at Costa Bonita Fully Furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath, non-smoking unit, monthly/weekly.email: vr4rb@aol.com Cell: 044-669-918-2734 Irma 0613

APARTMENT FOR RENT or sale in the Golden Zone. 1-2 bdr., fully-equipped, kitchen, cable tv & internet, swimming pool, parking with electric gate, 24 hrs. security, club house, gym & laundry. Condos Paradi-se Bay, in front of Emporio Hotel. Call for info. Cel: (669) 117-4393 0213

APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN THE GOLDEN ZONE. Fully-furnished, two bedrooms, T.V., cable, high-speed internet, washer & dryer machine, outdoor garden/pool. Phone (699) 984-1412, Cell (669) 116-0070. Email: oscar.matus@eacsa.com.mx 2013

BILINGUAL construction, home mainte-nance, painting, concrete palm trees, gardening - Jesus (top Banana) Monkey Business- 669-175-8273 or 669-182-6735. monkeybusinessmex@hotmail.com I have references. P

2 ANGELS (4U), ERRANDS & MORE.Pet sitting your home or ours, walking. House Sitting. Property Management. Shopping. Translating Companion. Honest, Reliable, Ref. avail.Call Abby & Elise Cel. (669) 139-3282 0213

RECOGNIZED LEADER in both property management & vacation rental services with more than 13 years experience in Mazatlan. American-owner, Mexican-registered corporation.Call Mazatlan Rental & Management 916-7794.e-mail: mkpeters@mazinfo.com or visit www.mazatlan-rentals.com 0513

PROFESSIONAL GROOMING small animal specialist, surgery, vaccines, ultrasonic dental prophy health certificate. Appointment 913-1631 with Mina. La Jungla. 0213

ARE YOU NEWS JUNKIE? A WRITER? On top of all the latest community informa-tion? Know what everyone is up to - all the time? How about converting your natural interest in to a byline for the Pacific Pearl? The Pacific Pearl welcomes contributions from writers about Mazatlan and Sinaloa history, local events and personal interest stories. Submit a writing sample to editor@pacificpearl.com P

SALES PROFESSIONALSWe have openings for Sales Staff – prefer bi-lingual (Spanish & English) Mexican national. Join our multi-cultural, multi-lingual organization! We are a year-round monthly newspaper/magazine, and full publication publisher. The premier English-language newspaper in Mazatlan for the past 20 years, the Pacific Pearl offers 365 day internet availability to our newspaper and archives. We publish an annual restau-rant guide, an area business guide and directory, a cookbook, as well as coupons, maps, and other promotional materials. The Pacific Pearl is a tourism promoting company. Interested? call 913-0117 P

MARINA KELLY/ CUSTOM, 2 BD, 3 BA, 1470 SF, Reduced to $ 189,000 USD.TOO MANY EXTRAS TO LIST !BEACH FRONT HOME DELFIN, 3 BD, 3 BA, 4400 SF. HUGE PRICE REDUCTION / NOW $ 239,000. USD. FURNISHEDSERENA/LUXURY CONDO , 3 BD, 2.5 BA, 2192 SF, $ 299,000 USD.FURNISHEDREX CHAMBERS: 044 669 163 6837www.mazatlanrealestateguide.com 0213

BEAUTYFUL PARADISE BAY CONDO for sale, beautyfully furnished, across the street from the beach. Walking distance to everything in Zona Dorada. Many amenities. Don´t miss this oppotunity, Call now!Cel: 669993-6895bentnut@hotmail.com 0213

Well established, very popular restaurant and night club in the Golden Zone. Three story building and land included. Situated in a prime Mazatlan location, just one block to the beach. Lovely, open air concept with a fully equipped, bright main floor restaurant. Popular night club on the upper two levels. Contact Jill M. Foster, 011-52-1-(669-124-2641)JillFoster74@yahoo.com P

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"Love is when you take away the feeling, the passion, the romance- and you find out you still care for that person."

PROFESSIONAL FRAMING: pictures, mirrors, painting, photos…for all your framing needs!.Bugambilias No. 200 next to Quality Inn Hotel.Call: Daniel. Cel: 669-186-3565.

HOMEMADE CRAFTS, food, & baked goods, wed. Feb. 13, 2-4 p.m. La Canoa Rest.. Camarón Sábalo. 0413

ENGLISH AL-ANON STUDY GROUP, Tuesday 11:15 – 12:15. Camarón Sábalo No. 306 L-7. Inside La Misión Arch. Ph: 913-4406. 0213

COMPUTER HEADACHE? It’s fixed or it’s free ! Just 300 pesos, fast service at your home. Free estimates and advice. US Engineer.mazpchelp.com cel: 669-920-0920 0213

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE PUBLISHED IN THE PACIFIC PEARL? Would you like to see your name underneath the new “ On the Lighter Side” section of the Pacific Pearl. We’re looking for creative writers that have a cute, surprising, different, or all in all “special” story, poem, or joke that they would like published. Contact us: editor@pacificpearl.com. 0213

CENTRO DE IDIOMAS ESRAH: Offers Spanish courses all levels! Beginners, intermediate, advanced - our well trained and experienced teachers are fluent in English and Spanish (native). Call us: 193-1249 (local) or 669 932-0931 (cel) Facebook: Centro de Idiomas ESRAH. info@esrah.mx www. esrah.mx 0213

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Clubs, Organizations & Donations

TEMPLO DE CRISTO REYCañonero Tampico y Germán Evers, Tel. 985-1604TEMPLO DE LA SAGRADA FAMILIACisne #2 Fracc. Gaviotas Tel. 913-5287, English Services at 8:50 a.m. on sunday from november to april.CRISTO REDENTOR LUTERANOCarvajal #1205 Sur Centro. 5:00 p.m Español,Tel. 981-3636IGLESIA ADVENTISTA DEL 7o. DIARío Evora y Trop. de Cáncer. Col. Estero , Tel. 985-2511CHURCH OF CHRISTJuan de la Barrera #1401, Col. Olimpica Tel. 668-3159, Sunday 10-12, Wednesday 5KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAH WITNESSESAv. de la Marina No. 899, Sat. 3 p.m., Tues. 6 p.m., Tel. 988-0799 / Centro Sunday 10 a.m., Av. Cuauhtemoc 1410, Col. Burocratas, 669-150-5567SAN JUDAS TADEOAv. Mojarra #55 Fracc. Sabalo Country Club,8:45 am English Mass Tel. 916-6246

THE VINEYARD CHURCHEnglish Services, Sundays at 9 a.m., La Viña Culto Español., Dom. 11 am Tel. 916-5114 See the ad.IGLESIA CRISTIANA CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH5 de Mayo y Melchor Ocampo Centro, English Services Sun. at 9:00 a.m., Tel. 985-1607 November through AprilLA IGLESIA DE JESUCRISTO DE LOS SANTOS DE LOS ULTIMOS DIAS Sun. 11am - 2pm Dr. Rafael Domínguez #401Col. Palos Prietos, Tel. 982-8396EJERCITO DE SALVACION / SALVATION ARMYSun. 3 p.m., Gutiérrez Nájera #514 Ote. Tel. 982-3453CATEDRAL BASILICABenito Juarez y Canizales Tel. 981-3352IGLESIA PRESBITERIANA “SION”Coromuel 232, Playa Sur Tel: 985-0308Servicios Dominicales: 11:30 am & 6 pmNEW APOSTOLIC CHURCHSunday 10 a.m. Col. Francisco Villa, Tel. 983-9716

Religious Services

Please Support...Mazatlán Little League

Please help the Liga Quintero, the least-sponsored little league baseball team

in Mazatlán, with players from 5 through 13 years old, who need bats, balls, gloves

and hats for their games. Other sports equipment that we will hand out to the needy - Tennis Rackets, Badmitten,

Soccer, Basketball, Boxing gloves, etc. Please bring all donations to

Yoopers Sports Bar & Grill on Garza #13, for distribution to these kids.

Thanks for you generous support.

Please Help the VolunteerFire Department of Mazatlan

buy a Fire Truck Official Fire Dept. High Quality Items

Available atAlicia’s Seamstress Shop

Golden Zone, Under the Big Screen next to Banamex

$20 US $15 US$10 US

Love cures people, both the ones who give it and the ones who recevie it. Dr. Karl Menninger.

In Fond Memory

At the age of 85, Antonio Provinciano (Tony) passed away atSeven Oaks General Hospital, leaving many family members

& friends to mourn his passing.

Since the age of 15, when Tony first started working for the railway, Tony developed a passion for travelling and exploring the world. He and his soul mate Dolly discovered their little piece of paradise in Mazatlan and

wintered here for 32 years. After working at the railway, A&M Auto wrecking, and Pro Body Parts, Bill took up the hobby of building men out

of Tin cans and bottle caps, earning him the nickname “Tony the Tin-man.”

Tony was strong willed with a fiery personality. He was straightforward and honest with a heart of gold; a man that would do anything for his

family. He also had a fiery sense of humor which some of us in Mazatlan were able to see when he dressed up as a woman simply to take advanta-

ge of the “ladies night” down at Mike´s bar.

A service was held in his honor on October 24 and donations in lieu of flowers were made to The Canadian Diabetes Association and

The Kidney Foundation of Manitoba.

“Tony” February 10, 1927 – October 9, 2012

Antonio Provinciano We will accept information from your charitable organization in writing only, from your official communications representative, 1 per organization, by deadline, the 15th.

AMIGOS DE LOS ANIMALES(Mazatlán Humane Society) To report injured or abandoned domestic animals, or adopt pets, or to shop or donate to the Bazaar (open Mon-Fri, 11-2 and 4-7, Sat. 11-2) Bicentenario Juarez #3, in Col. Francisco Villa, telephone: 986-4235.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Av. Camaron Sabalo No. 306, Golden Zone, North of Domino´s through oval iron gate. AA meetings: Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri 6:30 - 7:30pm. Sun 10 - 11am, Sat Beach Meeting 10am (across from the Hacienda & Hotel DeCima), Tues Women’s Meeting 10am. ALANON meeting Thur 10am. Contact Roger: 669-118-4260

BOYS´ HOME (HOGAR SAN PABLO) tel: 982-3720 (Padre Horacio Rabelo Moreno) Address: Paseo del Centenario No. 9, Centro

CASA DOWN Founded in 1993 is home to 29 young people affected by Down’s Syndrome. Casa Down needs volunteers, financial donations, school supplies and maintenance help. Call Laura Elena Arias 669-136-0821

DEMOCRATS ABROAD (DAMAZ)Next meeting will be held on Feb 19, 11am, at Olas Altas Inn Hotel, Bellamar Restaurant, Avenida del Mar No 719, on the Malecon. A small cover charge of 60 pesos will include a beverage and appeti-zers. Email: mazdems@gmail.com

FRIENDS OF MEXICO (FOM) Provides support for school children in poorer neighborhoods & helps their membership live in Mazatlan. Lunch meeting Feb 9, 2:30pm, Inn at Mazatlan, $120 pesos for lunch, Speakers Secretary of Public Security, Commander of the Transito Police, Subdirector of the Prevention Police Operations, & the Coordinator of Civil Protection. Also Feb 9, FOM Boat ride to watch the Combate Naval fireworks show. Feb 20, Zipline trip. For more info visit www.friendsofmexicoac.org RSVP to rsvp@friendsofmexicoac.org

FRIENDS OF ANGELA PERALTA Theater - 982-4446

HOSPICE MAZATLAN office: 182-1486 - Sierra Rumorosa #33, Fracc. Lomas de Mazatlán, in the rear of Walfre Real Estate. www.hospice-mazatlan-aip.org For info: Lois Croly, Nursing Director, cell: 669-162-5441

LIONS CLUB Av. Insurgentes No. 1000, tel: 983-2800

MAZATLAN FILM AND THEATRE CLUB (MFT) offers international films (with English subtitles & films in Spanish or with Spanish subtitles) and play-reading perfor-mances in El Recreo. Future plans include concerts and small theatre productions. www.mazact.com

MAZATLAN MEMBERSHIP LIBRARYA non-profit with both English and Spanish titles. Centro Historico at 115 E Sixto Osuna, one block from Olas Altas. 982-3036. Hours: Mon - Fri, 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm. Mar 24 at 4pm “Write on

Maz” annual literary event & Benefit at El Canucks de Leon. Guest speaker: author/musician/composer Mike Curtis. Hors d’ oeuvres, a no host bar, raffle prizes, & a silent auction. Tickets are $250 pesos each and will be available through library volunteers mid Februaryemail:mazlibrary@gmail.com.

MAZATLAN MUSIC LOVERS CLUB, A.C. (MMLC) helps raise funds for other local charities, through music. MMLC promotes tourism and local musicians. Contact Steve Hall at spinmarnie@earthlink.net.

MAZATLÁN ORPHANAGECristina Peña de Herrera, President, Board of Directors. Address: Zaragoza 227-A, Centro. Tel: 981-2214

PUSH INTERNATIONAL Señor Sergio needs local help distributing wheelchairs & walkers to disabled people in need. If you have an hour or two to spare, please contact Sergio Valdez in Spanish at 044.669.163.2528.

PRO-MEXICO A Mazatlán organization dedicated to helping people help them-selves. Tel: 985-2293. Mrs. Carmen Ruelas.

RANCHO DE LOS NINOSLocated in El Castillo, the Rancho is a home for children needing a place to live. Whatever the circumstances, each child is accepted into the family with open arms. Rancho is the only recognized resource in the State of Sinaloa for children with disabilities and special needs. Rick or Cranda Westerdahl, (669) 988-0608, rcwesterdahl@yahoo.com Rich or Leigh Ann Baker, (044 669) 142-8387, amy29104@aol.comwww.ranchodelosninos.org

RED CROSS 1801 Av. Zaragoza, Down-town, tel: 981-3690.

SALVATION ARMY CHILDREN’S HOME(HOGAR DE NIÑOS): Captains: Asael Flores Belmares & Rocio Hurtado de Flores. Col. El Venadillo, 980-7609, cel 669-199-3699

TRES ISLAS ORPHANAGE FUNDS Serving Orfanatorio Mazatlán, Salvation Army Home for Children, Father Tovar´s Home for Boys (Hogar San Pablo), Ciudad de los Niños, and FloreSer. One hundred percent of your donations tax deductible. www.orphanagefunds.org

TUTTI CANTANO Italian Conversation Club, Every Friday 5 p.m. at Casa de los Pérez Meza (Melchor Ocampo #51) 981-7987

UNA LUZ HACIA EL MUNDO (Mazatlan’s only school for the blind) Provides academic, computer & music classes to students from preschool age to adolescents; helping the blind and visually impaired gain the self confidence & motivation to assimulate and become productive members of society. For info on events & volunteering, contact John Castro, cel 669-199-1672, jonc625@yahoo.com

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