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Every Friday afternoons
Square dancing .
At Rosarito
Beginners welcome. No partner required. Contact Maggi, (661) 612-1174 or bajamagpie@yahoo.com for details.
September 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
At: Ensenada
Film Series “A September of Mexican Cinema”
The Cine Club of Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes presents a series of films by different acclaimed Mexican directors. The free showings of “Animas Trujano” (1961) on September 1, “María Candelaria” (1943) on September 8, “Pepe el Toro” (1952) on September 15, “Modisto de Señoras” (1969) on September 22, and “Drama-Mex” (2006) on September 29 take place at 7 p.m. in the Sala Ernesto Muñoz Acosta of Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. This month`s films are in Spanish with English subtitles. For more information call CEARTE at (646) 173-4307 or (646) 173-4308.
September 1-29
At: Ensenada
“Imaginaria en Rosa (Imaginations in Pink)” Collective Photo Exposition
Eight Ensenada women exhibit their digital color and black-and-white images in the lobby of Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Exhibition hours are 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. For more information call CEARTE at (646) 173-4307 or (646) 173-4308.
September 1-October 26
At: San Antonio de las Minas
“Mezcla de Maestros: Masters of Mexico`s Past and Present”
Art Exposition
A unique opportunity to view works by Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, Ruffino Tamayo, Pablo O`Higgins and Alfredo Zalce alongside those of José Carrillo Cedillo, Enrique Avilez, Alfonso Arámbula and other present-day artists at Galería Las Veredas in San Antonio de las Minas. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Free admission. Coffee and wine bar open. For information and location map log on to www.lasveredas.com.mx or contact Jardín Las Veredas at (646) 155-3239; e-mail: lasveredas@yahoo.com.mx
September 4- 7
At Rosarito
Summer Festival
Including the Rosarito Home & Furniture Expo,” the “Steak & Lobster Festival,” and “The Pavilion of Tequilas.” The most spectacular events of summer come together for this festival from the making of furniture, to our regional food tasting of steak and lobster and the best tequilas combined with live music, mariachi and folkloric dancing. Come and join us at the new Pabellon Rosarito Grand. For more information: www.bajaevents.com.mx
September 5-October 15
At: Ensenada
“Un Canto a los Desiertos Fértiles (A Chant to the Fertile Deserts)” Painting Exposition
A retrospective (1960-2008) of works by internationally renowned Mexicali artist Rubén García Benavides is on exhibition in the Sala de Exposiciones of Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. The September 5 inauguration at 7 p.m. is open to the public. Exhibition hours are 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. For more information call CEARTE at (646) 173-4307 or (646) 173-4308.
September 6
At: Valle de Guadalupe
Festival Taurino
Club Rotario Ensenada Centenaria presents its annual celebration that starts at 2 p.m. and includes Spanish paella (from 3 p.m.), bullfights (at 4 p.m.) and live entertainment at the Plaza de Toros of L.A. Cetto Winery in Valle de Guadalupe, Km. 73.5 on Ensenada-Tecate Highway 3. Advance tickets ($60 dlls. including paella) are recommended; proceeds benefit Club Rotario projects. House wines sold at event. For information and tickets contact Lou Hernandez at (646) 177-4987; e-mail: aboloneking@hotmail.com or Felizardo Palacios at Proturismo at (646) 178-2411.
September 6
At Rosarito
The Beach Motocross Series Round 1
State Motocross Championships with the best riders from both sides of the border competing on a specially designed race track with jumps and obstacles in a circuit of approximately 2 miles. Participants of all levels compete, from children in peewees category to adults in the professional category. Each race is for points to determine the best racer in each category. For more information: 619.819.6323 www.toomuchfun.com.mx
September 6
At Rosarito
THE UNITED SOCIETY OF BAJA CALIFORNIA (USBC) GENERAL MEETING. Featured speaker Terry Summers, MEDS4MEXICO benefiting HIV/AIDS organizations in Mexico. Everyone Welcome! Breakfast available; validated parking. Place: Rosarito Beach Hotel, Salon Terraza, best to carpool. Time: 10:00 a.m. For info call Anne Hines at (664) 631-3967 MX; (619) 407-7574 US; e-mail: annehines@rosaritotowncrier.com. EVERYONE WELCOME!
September 6
At: Ensenada
Club Compañeros de Baja Norte Steak Night Join the Compañeros from 4-6 p.m. for a dinner of steak ($7 dlls.), chicken ($6 dlls.) or salmon ($6 dlls.) with baked potato, salad, and dessert at the clubhouse on Calle Mazatlán #256 in Fracc. Acapulco, one mile south of Ensenada. Proceeds benefit club charities. For more information contact Jim O`Brien at (646) 154-2018 or e-mail: cdebajanorte@yahoo.com
September 6 & 7
At: Ensenada
“Exit the Body,” a Mystery Farce
A famous authoress hopes to find rest and relaxation in the New England countryside. What she discovers is something else entirely. Come join in the fun! This play, directed by Connie Morgan, includes a cast of seasoned thespians and some new actors treading the boards for the first time at Gertrude Pearlman Theatre at Campo La Jolla in Punta Banda, 16 miles south of Ensenada. Performances are on Saturday at 7 p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m. Ticket donation is $8 dlls. ($7 dlls. if purchased in advance before September 5). For information and tickets contact Heather Hamilton at (646) 154-2452 or e-mail: heather1@prodigy.net.mx
September 7, 14, 21 & 28
At: Ensenada
CEARTE Tianguis Cultural
Artists and artisans offer their wares on Sundays from 12:30-7 p.m. at this cultural marketplace held on the Plaza de la Estrella at Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Free admission. For more information call CEARTE at (646) 173-4307 or (646) 173-4308.
September 11-October 28
At: Ensenada
“Album de Familia (Family Album)” Photography Exposition
A collective exhibition of images by local photographers in the Sala Ernesto Muñoz Acosta of Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. The September 11 inauguration at 7 p.m. is open to the public. Exhibition hours are 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-7 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. For more information call CEARTE at (646) 173-4307 or (646) 173-4308.
September 12
At: Ensenada
“Neapolitan Songs” Concert
Ensenada tenor Alfonso Magaña, pianist Iván Mares and accordionist Mario LaMadrid perform a musical tribute to Luciano Pavarotti at 7:30 p.m. in the Sala Ernesto Muñoz Acosta of Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. General admission is $10 dlls., students $5 dlls. For more information call CEARTE at (646) 173-4307 or (646) 173-4308.
September 12-14
At Rosarito
Cup Of The Americas Surfing Pro-Am
Rosarito Beach will be the host of the 4th stop of this Surfing Tour “Cup of the Americas Pro-Am” in the beaches off the Pier, with more than 70 of the best surfers and bodyboarders of Mexico, Latin America and the US competing for a grand prize of $8,000. There will also be skate ramps, surf gear for sale, parties and more. At Rosarito Beach Pier, More Info 1.800.962.2252 www.circuitosurflasamericas.com
September 12-14
At: Ensenada
First Invitational Sister Cities Surfing Tournament
More than 100 surfers from Redondo Beach, Riverside, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, San Diego, Chula Vista and Baja California are expected to participate in this fundraising event that benefits the municipal chapter of DIF (Sistema Nacional para el Desarrollo Integral de la Familia), the Mexican social service agency that provides assistance to the neediest members of the community.
For a dollar donation, spectators are welcome to view the tournament on Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. at Playa Hermosa, one mile south of Ensenada. Food, beer, sodas, etc. will be sold at event. Award presentations are Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Hotel San Nicolás in downtown Ensenada. For more information contact Ensenada Sister Cities Committee President Dr. Jorge Saenz at (646) 152-1762 or e-mail: drsaenz@ensenada.gob.mx
September 13
At: San Antonio de las Minas
“Noche Mexicana (Mexican Night)” Fiesta & Concert
A pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration with a Mexican buffet dinner and “Mexico of Yesterday” chamber music concert featuring renowned Ensenada soprano Esther González and pianist Mario LaMadrid at 7 p.m. at Jardín Las Veredas. For information, tickets and location map log on to www.lasveredas.com.mx or contact Jardín Las Veredas at (646) 155-3239; e-mail: lasveredas@yahoo.com.mx or Viajes Damiana at (646) 178-3136.
September 13 & 14
At: Ensenada`s Sierra de Juárez
Cabalgata de la Independencia 2008
A 4-5 hour guided horseback riding adventure in the Laguna Hanson/Parque Nacional Constitución de 1857 region of the Sierra de Juárez. Registration fee includes meals and overnight camping (bring your own tent and equipment) at Rancho El Alamar. Horse rental available or bring your own. For information and registration contact Alfredo Vizcarra at cell tel. (646) 179-5074 or Tijuana tel. (664) 902-3681, or e-mail: ranchoalamar@yahoo.com
September 13 & 14
At: Ensenada
Red Bull Supercross
The fourth and final round of the exciting Baja Motocross 2008 series takes place on a track set in downtown Ensenada`s arroyo. On Saturday, practice starts at noon. On Sunday, the competition for trophies and cash takes place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday general admission is $8.50 dlls., VIP seating is $17.50 dlls. For information and tickets log on to www.bajaseriesmx.com or contact Baja Series Motocross at (646) 175-4652; e-mail: sucro.bajaseries@hotmail.com
September 13 & 14
At: Ensenada
“Exit the Body,” a Mystery Farce
A famous authoress hopes to find rest and relaxation in the New England countryside. What she discovers is something else entirely. Come join in the fun! This play, directed by Connie Morgan, includes a cast of seasoned thespians and some new actors treading the boards for the first time at Gertrude Pearlman Theatre at Campo La Jolla in Punta Banda, 16 miles south of Ensenada. Performances are on Saturday at 7 p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m. Ticket donation is $8 dlls. ($7 dlls. if purchased in advance before September 5). For information and tickets contact Heather Hamilton at (646) 154-2452 or e-mail: heather1@prodigy.net.mx
September 16
At: Ensenada
“Viva México” Celebration
A Mexican Independence Day fiesta from 4-8 p.m. with traditional music and folkloric dancers at the Foro Experimental and Plaza de las Artes of Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Free admission. For more information call CEARTE at (646) 173-4307 or (646) 173-4308.
September 18-21
At: Ensenada
Expo Fiesta Viva 2008
Nearly 100 exhibitors from Ensenada promote their commercial, cultural, tourism, educational and industrial goods and services from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at the Riviera Cultural Center on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Also enjoy artistic entertainment, regional foods and fun for the entire family. Free admission. For more information contact CANACO Chamber of Commerce at (646) 178-2322 or e-mail: canacoens@prodigy.net.mx
September 20
At: Valle de Guadalupe
Raul Di Blasio in Concert
The world famous Argentine pianist and composer, known as “The Pianist of the People,” performs at 4 p.m. in the Plaza de Toros of L.A. Cetto Winery in Valle de Guadalupe, Km. 73.5 on Ensenada-Tecate Highway 3. General admission is $40 dlls.; VIP seating is $60 dlls. Food and house wines sold at event. For tickets or more information contact the L.A. Cetto offices, Ensenada tel. (646) 175-2363, Valle de Guadalupe tel. (646)155-2179, Tijuana tel. (664) 685-3031, or e-mail: cavatijuana@gpocetto.com
September 20
At Rosarito
USBC POTLUCK hosted by Dorothy Southern. We now have a shuttle service from the entrance down to the club house door from 12:40 to 1:10. A-M: main dish; N-Z: snacks & salads; Desserts will be provided by USBC. Bring enough servings for 8 people.Place: Costa del Sol clubhouse (Km. 31 on the Tijuana – Ensenada Free Road). Time: 1:00 p.m. For info call (664) 631-3967 MX, (619) 407-7574 US; e-mail: annehines@rosaritotowncrier.com. EVERYONE WELCOME!
September 21
At: Ensenada
Guided Ecological Walk on the Beach
Learn about local flora, fauna, the coastal environment and conservation efforts during a 2-hour, 1.1-mile walk along Todos Santos Bay north of Ensenada from the port of El Sauzal to Playa California (site of California Motel & Trailer Park). The walk starts promptly at 8 a.m. Wear sun protection, bring bottled water. Free registration. For more information contact Haciendo Lo Necesario, A.C. at (646) 177-8267 or e-mail: contacto@haciendolonecesario.org
September 21
At: Ensenada
Free Pet Clinic
ProMac, the local extension of the volunteer “Give Some Life Foundation” (www.givesomelife.org) holds its free pet clinic every third Sunday from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in Ensenada on Calle Ensenada #921 (take Calle 9 off Av. Reforma towards Los Globos, then turn at first left). Dr. César Aguirre and The Dog Spa provide free Ivermectin (anti-parasite) shots and spay & neuter services to pet dogs and cats over 5 months old. Donations appreciated. For more information call Fernando Rodríguez at cell tel. (646) 137-3709 or Lovelia León at cell tel. (646) 140-8549.
September 23-27
At: Ensenada
Book Fair
Book signings and sales, activities for children and teens, literary presentations and conferences from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at the Foro Experimental and Plaza de las Artes of Ensenada`s Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on the corner of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Free admission. For more information call CEARTE at (646) 173-4307 or (646) 173-4308.
September 26 & 27
At Rosarito
ROSARITO THEATRE GUILD PRESENTS MICHAEL J. STONE & JENNY “LET`S GO TO THE HOP”. A nostalgic musical evening featuring the greatest hits of the 50`s & 60`s. Don`t miss this night of pure entertainment plus a few surprises and don`t forget to wear your dancing shoes. Place: Olde Vic Theatre (3 blocks west of Waldo`s). Time: 7:00 p.m. Donation: $10.00. For reservations contact Clara Anderson at (664) 631-2015 MX, (619) 270-2116 US; e-mail: rtgmembership@gmail.com
September 27
At: Rosarito to Ensenada
29th Fall Rosarito-Ensenada Fun Bicycle Ride
Head to Baja with 5,000 of your closest friends for this scenic 50-mile bicycle ride along the Free Road that will be the last ride ever in the history of this award winning event. The ride starts at 10 a.m. in downtown Rosarito Beach and finishes in Ensenada with a fiesta from noon-sunset at Plaza Ventana al Mar on the waterfront at the giant flagpole. Register online at www.rosaritoensenada.com or call Bicycling West, U.S. tel. 858-483-8777 for recorded message. In Ensenada contact Andres Muñoz at (646) 174-0033 or e-mail: andres@direccionrosaritoensenada.com
September 27
At: Ensenada
10th Annual Oktoberfest Ensenada
A German celebration with traditional food, beer, wine, music, fun and games from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Villa Mexicana commercial center on Av. Alvarado between Av. Lopez Mateos & Calle 2. Free admission. For vendor booth or other information, contact Margit Gantt at (646) 174-7969 or e-mail: margit@prodigy.net.mx
September 28
At: Ensenada
8th International Jazz Festival Ensenada 2008
Eight outstanding jazz groups from Baja and Southern California perform from noon-7 p.m. at Plaza Ventana al Mar on the waterfront at the giant flagpole near Blvd. (Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Alvarado. Free admission. For more information contact Cirilo Liera Murillo/UABC School of Arts at (646) 176-3005 or (646) 177-1195, or e-mail: lmcc@uabc.mx
October 4
At Rosarito
THE UNITED SOCIETY OF BAJA CALIFORNIA (USBC) GENERAL MEETING. Featured speaker, Patrick Osio, well known journalist and host of talk radio show “Baja Connection”. Everyone Welcome! Breakfast available; validated parking. Place: Rosarito Beach Hotel, Salon Terraza, best to carpool. Time: 10:00 a.m. For info call Anne Hines at (664) 631-3967 MX; (619) 407-7574 US; e-mail: annehines@rosaritotowncrier.com. EVERYONE WELCOME!
October 4 & 5
At: Tijuana
4th Annual Entijuanarte Festival of Art
More than 155 Mexican and international artists participate in this open-air art show that is a fusion of border area visual and performing arts with painting, sculpture and photography exhibitions, conferences, music, dance, video-art and theatrical presentations from noon-10 p.m. on Saturday and noon-8 p.m. on Sunday at the Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT), Paseo de los Heroes in Zona Río. Free admission. For more information contact Julio Rodríguez at cell tel. (664) 674-6957; e-mail: julio@entijuanarte.com, or log on to Spanish site www.entijuanarte.org
October 11th & October 18th
At: Rosarito Beach Christian Church
Dead Sea Scrolls - Mini-Lecture Series
We invite the whole community to share in this stimulating and informative event. Speaker: Howard Younger – Q & A Forum following each session. Address: 5001Free Rd TJ/Ensenada KM 50.8 South of Primo Tapia on Saturday October 11, 12:00 to 2:00p.m. & Saturday October 18, 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. For more information call: (661) 613-1985 Email: rbccmx@gmail.com
October 13
At Rosarito
RENE`S 2008 COLUMBUS DAY CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT benefiting the Flying Samaritans, a volunteer organization providing free medical care for those who have no resources. 2 man scramble. $20,000 Hole-In-One, plus 3 other prize holes and a coupon for a FREE Magique Rescue Wood worth $125. All holes sponsored by Bella Vista. Place: Real Del Mar Golf Resort. Tee Time 9:00 a.m. Donation: $105 USD Includes green fee, carts and fun! (If you don`t have a partner we can match you up with one). Tournament followed by awards, dinner and prizes at Rene`s Sports Bar & Restaurant. Checks payable to: Flying Samaritans P.O. Box 439030, San Diego, Ca. 92143. For Information 661-100-6066 (MX), 858-240-2360 (US); e-mail: susansmithz@hotmail.com
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