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August 1 At Rosarito
LDS English Speakers´ Pot-luck Supper
5:00pm Fast Sunday Pot-luck supper for English speaking members and friends of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon) at Rosarito Chapel 30 Calle Cantil 3 long blocks west of Blvd. Benito Juarez lect (south) off Av. Del Mar. For information contact, Craig Klein (619)581-7121 USA or CraigKlein@onebox.com) or
Tom Reeve (661)613-1285 Mx or vozlatina3@aol.com

August 1 At: Ensenada
Nativa 2010 Festival of Traditional Arts
Native artists from Pai-Pai, Kumiai, Cucapá and Kiliwa communities of Baja California, Arizona and California feature traditional crafts and foods, music, dance and informational exhibits from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at Plaza Ventana al Mar at the giant flagpole near Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Alvarado. Free admission. Info: Horacio González at (646) 178-8780; e-mail: horacio.moncada@gmail.com

August 1 At: Ensenada
Ensenada Feria de Verano 2010
A family-oriented summer expo fair with rides, games, regional foods, exhibitions and live entertainment in the new beachfront festival zone along the southern extension of Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero). For hours and activities program, contact ALESA/Verónica Flores at cell tel. (646) 136-7077.

August 1-6 At: Ensenada
Collective Art Exposition
An exhibition of selected Ensenada artists in the Sala Ernesto Muñoz Acosta of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Exhibition hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-7 p.m. Sun. Free admission. Info: CEARTE at (646) 173-4307.

August 1-18 At: Ensenada
Photography Exposition
More than two dozen 2.44 x 6 meter images of the landscapes and biodiversity of Bahía de los Angeles and the islands of the Gulf of California on the outdoor Plaza Norte of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Info: CEARTE at (646) 173-4307.

August 1-Sept 2 At: Ensenada
“Rostros y Tradiciones de México (Faces and Traditions of Mexico)” ING Collection Art Exposition
Paintings by renowned 19th and 20th century Mexican artists in the Sala International of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Exhibition hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-7 p.m. Sun. Free admission. Info: CEARTE at (646) 173-4307.

August 4 At: Ensenada
"Progresiones y Raíces” Concert
Experimental and fusion music at 8 p.m. on the Plaza de las Artes of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Free admission. Info: CEARTE at (646) 173-4307.
August 6-22
At: Ensenada and Northern Baja California

Fiestas de la Vendimia
To celebrate the grape harvest, Baja California wineries host a series of cultural, musical and gastronomic events, seminars, street fairs and wine tastings in different venues in Valle de Guadalupe, San Antonio de las Minas, Ensenada, Tecate, Tijuana and Mexicali. For program of events, visit www.fiestasdelavendimia.com. Info: Baja California Winemakers Association (Provino) at (646) 178-3038; e-mail: fiestasvendimia@hotmail.com

August 7 At: Valle de Guadalupe
Enological Visit at L.A. Cetto
Guided tours, a conference, wine tasting, country luncheon, and entertainment start at 11 a.m. at L.A. Cetto Winery at Carr. Tecate-Ensenada Km. 73.5. Info & tickets: L.A. Cetto offices, Ensenada tel. (646) 175-2363, Valle de Guadalupe tel. (646) 155-2264, Tijuana tel. (664) 685-3031, e-mail: cavatijuana@gpocetto.com

August 7 At Rosarito
United Society Of Baja California (USBC) General Meeting
At the Rosarito Beach Hotel, Salon Terraza, at 10:00 a.m. The USBC is primarily a social group serving as the hub of information for the english speaking community in the rosarito area. EVERYONE WELCOME! For info contact Paul Weekes, President, at (661) 612-2186; e-mail: weekes.paul@gmail.com

August 7 & 28 At: Ensenada
Sonic Nights
Concerts by bands of different musical genres at 7 p.m. on the Plaza de las Artes of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Free admission. Info: CEARTE at (646) 173-4307.

August 8
At: Ensenada
4th Annual “Ensenada Se Viste de Vino (Ensenada Dresses Up in Wine)” Culinary Festival
Baja wineries and restaurants participate in a gastronomic fair from noon-10 p.m. that promotes the marriage of food and wine on Av. Ruiz between Av. López Mateos & Calle 2. Free admission. Info: CANIRAC Chamber of Restaurants at (646) 174-0448; e-mail: gerencia@caniracensenada.com

August 9 - 13 at: Rosarito
Baja Christian Church
Bi-Lingual Vacation Bible School - Children and Adults
Bible Stories - Face Painting - Games
Monday August 9 thru Friday August 13 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Rosarito Beach Hotel on The Green area.

August 11
At Rosarito
Trip to Viejas Casino
Dif Rosarito is organizing a trip to Viejas Casino to raise money to buy uniforms for kids. Donation $10 usd. Departure at 8:00 a.m. from Emiliano Zapata Beisbol Field in downtown Rosarito. For more information please contact: Erika Lopez at (661) 612-6077

August 11, 18 & 25 at: Ensenada
Evenings of Jazz & Blues
Atril Jazz (Aug. 11), Oporto Jazz (Aug. 18) and Ensenada Jazz (Aug. 25) perform at 7 p.m. on the Plaza de las Artes of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Free admission. Info: CEARTE at (646) 173-4307.

August 12 at: Ensenada
Fiesta Callejera (Urban Street Fair)
Live music, theatrical performances and other expressions of contemporary urban and street art from 4-10 p.m. on the Plaza de las Artes of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Free admission. Info: CEARTE at (646) 173-4307.

August 13 at: Ensenada
Cultura Profetica in Concert
The reggae/nu-jazz group from Puerto Rico performs at the new Culture Beat Performing Arts Center, Av. López Mateos #688 (next to Librerías de Cristal) near Av. Macheros. Doors open at 8 p.m. Info at www.culturebeatmexico.com

August 13-15 at: Ensenada
RECORD Off-Road Series “Ojos Negros 200”
Cars, trucks, ATVs and motorcycles from both sides of the border compete in a challenging off-road event. Info: Ramón Castro at (646) 176-1637 or visit www.recordoffroad.com

August 13 at Rosarito
Cruz Roja Fashion Show
Donation: $15. Place: Beach Comber at Quinta del Mar. Time: 12:00-4:00 p.m. Tickets available at Cruz Roja Thrift Shop. Info contact Connie Ganem at (664) 631-7745; or Anita Ysais at (661) 612-9107.

August 14 At: Ensenada
Club Compañeros de Baja Norte Luau
A Hawaiian style fiesta with BBQ chicken, Kahlua pork and accompaniments at the clubhouse on Calle Mazatlán #256 in Fracc. Acapulco, one mile south of Ensenada. Doors open at 1 p.m., dinner at 2 p.m. Member donation $8 dlls., nonmember $9 dlls. Info & tickets: Pauleen Blake at (646) 177-5116; e-mail: cdebajanorte@yahoo.com

August 14 & 15 At: Ensenada
2nd Annual Family Sportfishing Tournament
Anglers compete for trophies and prizes in various categories like surf fishing, kayak fishing, father and son team, etc. Info: Armadores Unidos de Pesca Deportiva at (646) 149-2239; e-mail: kchts@ensenadasportfishing.com

August 14 - 15 at: Rosarito
Baja Christian Church
Saturday Aug 14 - Veggie Tales movie @ 6:30 p.m.
Sunday Aug 15 11:00 a.m. at Rosarito Beach Hotel - Salon Las Americas

August 15 at Rosarito
Cruz Roja Fashion Show
From 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Beach Comber in Quinta del Mar, Tickets $15 at the Thrift Store, The Mail Room at Rene`s, from Board Members, and Co-chairs Conni Ganem 664-631-2745 and Anita Ysais 661-612-9107

August 15 at Ensenada
Vendimia Cup 2010-Golf Tournament
Bibayoff winery presents the Vendimia Cup 2010- Golf Tournament on August 15, 2010 at Baja Country Club, Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico. Shotgun 9am. Cost: $1,200 pesos per player, includes breakfast buffet, wine tasting, Mahi-mahi lunch and attractive raffles. Cash prizes for top winners. For more information: tel: 646 177-55-23 email: jlv@bajacountryclub.com note: all proceeds will go to benefit the “Mother Theresa Of Calcuta” senior care home.

August 17 at Rosarito
Rubens Anniversary Party
Music by Maryam Malak and Steve Morgan “The Voice” enjoy Folkloric Dancers and more! 99 cents Margaritas all day long, for more information please call (661)613-2371

August 19 at: Ensenada
Red Hat Society Luncheon
Official Ensenada chapter 47004 “The Daring Dollies of Baja” meet for fun, food and fellowship at Estero Beach Restaurant. Open to Red Hatters and aspiring Red Hatters. Reservations a must! Tickets & info: Tillie Foster at cell tel. (646) 171-5292; e-mail: bajaqueentillie@gmail.com

August 21 at: Ensenada
Ensenadarte
From 10 a.m. local artists and artisans display their works on the Plaza de las Artes of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. Free admission. Info: CEARTE at (646) 173-4307.

August 21 at: Ensenada
15th Annual Los Gordos Chili Cookoff & Salsa Contest
A friendly neighborhood “anything goes” cookoff from noon-5 p.m. at Restaurant/Bar Los Gordos at Rancho La Bufadora in Punta Banda, 21 miles south of Ensenada. Taste chili ($1 dll. fee) and salsas; enjoy raffles and other surprises. Cook`s entry info: Kathleen Taormina at (646) 152-0090; e-mail: bajakt@gmail.com

August 21 at Rosarito
Annual Seafood Fair
Join this traditional event at the beachfront gardens of the Rosarito Beach Hotel, tickets for food start at $10 pesos, no cover fee. Folkloric dancers, refreshing drinks, music and more! For hotel reservations log onto: www.rosaritobeachhhotel.com, and for more information please contact www.rosarito.org or dial 01152 (661) 612-0700

August 21 at Rosarito
USBC Potluck
The last for the year. Come and celebrate the Dog Dayz of Summer
with a wienie roast and a pie contest. The Executive Board will be our judges. Everyone welcome, just bring a dish (salad, appetizer, dessert) enough for 8 people. Place: Villa Serena condo clubhouse (Directions: Ave del Mar #543, south from McDonald`s on Blvd. Benito Juarez, turn right on Avenida del Mar (3 blocks) and you`ll find Villa Serena at the end of the road.). For info contact Julia at (661) 100-6259 or (714) 455-2975; e-mail: westfairmgmt@yahoo.com

August 21-22 at Rosarito
International Surf Contest
The city of Rosarito Beach is proud to present the Rosarito Beach Pro-Am which will be held at the beach in fron the Rosarito Beach Hotel Pier. The event will held some of North-America`s best short boarders along with up and coming amateur surfers from both U.S. and Mexico. For more information please call 1800-962--252 or info@rosarito.org

August 22 at: Ensenada
8th Annual Taco & Beer Festival
Tecate beers, live entertainment and all types of tacos prepared by local taquerías from noon-8 p.m. at Plaza Ventana al Mar at the giant flagpole near Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Alvarado. Free admission. Info: Olivia Herrera at (646) 177-0732; herreracast_olivia@yahoo.com.mx

August 24 at Rosarito
USBC Restaurant July Tour Month at Que Paso Bar & Grill.
Menu, salad, beef stroganoff dinner, choice of ice cream or cheese cake, coffee/tea or lemonade. Full Bar, you may want come early (4:00 to 6:00 p.m.) and take advantage of the happy hour prices. Price: $7.00. Place: Plaza Pabellon, #local B-1. Time: 5:00 p.m. Info: Tom Reeve at (661) 613-1285; e-mail: vozlatina3@aol.com

August 27-29 at Rosarito
The Rosarito BBQ International
How good are your grilling skills? The city of Rosarito Beach and the Kansas City Barbecue Society invites you to attend or participate in this competition with $20,000 usd in prices! For more information: www.fit2go promotions.com

August 28 at: Ensenada
2nd Annual Vendimia BSF Charity Golf Tournament
A four-person scramble at Bajamar Ocean Front Golf Resort, 20 miles north of Ensenada at Carr. Tijuana-Ensenada Km. 77.5. Registration ($125dlls./golfer) includes golf, cart, wine tasting, buffet/barbeque, and awards ceremony. Proceeds benefit the non-profit Baja Scholarship Foundation. Info & registration at (646) 155-0161, U.S. toll free (888) 311-6076 or visit www.golfbajamar.com/vendimia2010

August 28 at: Ensenada
Tara Work Party
From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. assist in the restoration of the White Tara Buddhist goddess sculpture on the hilltop at Av. Moctezuma & Calle 13. Info: MaryAnn VanHoomissen at (646)155-6275; e-mail: maryannvanhoomissen@yahoo.com

August 28 at: Ensenada
Club Compañeros de Baja Norte White Elephant Sale & Steak Night
A silent auction of quality items from 2-4 p.m. at the clubhouse on Calle Mazatlán #256 in Fracc. Acapulco, one mile south of Ensenada. Savor steak, chicken or salmon dinner from 4-6 p.m. Member donation is $7-8 dlls., nonmember $8-9 dlls. Info: Pauleen Blake at (646) 177-5116; e-mail: cdebajanorte@yahoo.com

August 29 at: Ensenada
4 Patas Pet Adoption Campaign
Adopt a healthy pet from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on the on the Plaza Norte of Centro Estatal de las Artes (CEARTE) on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas (Costero) & Av. Club Rotario. No adoption fee, small charge for vaccinations. Info: 4 Patas at (646) 174-1628 or (646) 178-6668; e-mail: salmonmaria@hotmail.com

September 3 & 4 at Rosarito
Rosarito Theatre Guild Presents “Retirement Tango”.
A Gourmet Dinner & the World Premier Reading of a New Play by William Shuman. Stage Direction by Craig Schaefer. Reading by JoAnn Mariano & William Shuman. The story of Maxine and Max, veteran actors who have spent a lifetime performing on stages across the country. Now, with a home of their own, can they embrace retirement? Place: Rincon de San Roman restaurant at real del mar (k22 on toll road). $20.00 donation includes: Gourmet dinner, performance by New York City actors, followed by dessert and conversation with the author, William Shuman. Time: 7:00 p.m. By Reservation Only. Contact Patrick Farrell at: (664) 631-2359; or Pay online with PayPal at www.rosaritotheatre.org

September 20-24 at Rosarito
Trip To Laughlin (Colorado Belle).
4 days-3 nights. Price: $95/person (includes 2 free meals/person. Leaving Monday, Sept. 20 from Rene`s 8:00 a.m. for 9:00 a.m. departure. Returning 24. To reserve your seat, contact Dorothy Southern at: (from Rosarito) 044 (661) 527-7289, (from Tijuana) 045 (661) 537-7289; e-mail: ; or Leave your check with Dottie at Rene`s Mailroom, payable to Dorothy Southern (or cash) in envelope marked: “Laughlin Trip” (Include your name & phone number). A trip to the western ghost town of Oatman, Az will be discussed on bus A stop at the Baja Duty offering 25% discount on return trip is planned
 
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