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News and Events

Solar Power 2008 Expo - San Diego, October 13 thru 16 - As you know, many homes here in Baja are "off the grid" and require solar power. Sunshine is plentiful here so solar power is a good match. If you have an interest in learning more about solar energy (photovoltaics, concentrating photovoltaics, solar thermal electric or solar hot water), this event has something to offer. There will be 400+ exhibitors and 60+ conference sessions to learn about the latest technology happenings in the solar power industry.

The Conference will be free to the general public on one evening, Wed. Oct. 15th from 5:30pm-8:30pm. For more information on the conference, visit:

http://www.solarpowerconference.com

Stolen Solar Panels - Eight 120-watt Kyocera Solar Panels were stolen from a ranch north of CSL on approx. June 2. The serial numbers are 03X32B0951 thru 03X32B0956. This theft has left 13 homes without water. If you have information, please contact 612-108-1240. - Ron Weber, rweber88 [-at-] hotmail.com, 612-108-1240, Cabo San Lucas

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Comments, Questions and Answers

Ferry Information Web Site (courtesy, Baja Pony Express) - There is a web site on line, that tells you all the information on traveling to and from mainland Mexico to Baja on the ferry. There you will find contact info. If you are thinking of taking the ferry it would be a good idea to familiarize yourselves with this site. Click on 'CONTACTO', and there you will see the phone numbers. The country code is 52. It has been my experience that you should dial the regular number as the toll free numbers do not work from USA. - www.bajaferries.com

Got Graffiti? Got Paint? Got $? - Hopefully many of you read the article in the May edition of El Calendario that explains in full about the anti-graffiti project The Palapa Society began over Semana Santa. If not, the issue is still around town. Perhaps you noticed that some prominent walls (mostly in el otro lado) were painted-over with grey paint during the two week holiday. We have The Palapa Society’s scholarship students and students visiting from the United States with the organization Rustic Pathways to thank.

Research proves that there is a clear correlation between graffiti and crime. Whatever your feelings about graffiti art, you can not deny, this in not art, this is tagging, pure and simple, without any creative inspiration or message. If you feel strongly that kids have the right to tag, well then feel free to offer a wall on your property or organize with the town municipal a designated spot. I am not interested in getting into a debate about the merits of graffiti and self expression. But for many in town, the graffiti is an eyesore and something, we believe, when left unaddressed only lends strength, purpose, and a canvas for more.

School is almost out for the kids here and the summer “Surf and Service” program with Rustic Pathways will be starting in two weeks. We will once again be grouping Palapa Society scholarship kids with Rustic Pathways kids and setting them to work together to tackle the graffiti. Not only are we beautifying the town, but also, we are bridging peers from either side of “the border” and how worthwhile is that!

Many of you have mentioned to Tim Doyle that you believe in the project and want to support the program with paint or money. We did not raise as much money as we had hoped for the Día del Tambo and would really love to take you up on your offers to help. If you would like to donate unused paint (which we can mix together to make grey) or money, please contact Tim Doyle at timsudoyle [-at-] hotmail.com. Thank you in advance for your support of this new program and for your continued support of The Palapa Society of Todos Santos on a whole. Have a great summer! - Jennifer Rosen, timsudoyle [-at-] hotmail.com, palapasociety [-at-] yahoo.com, 145-0299, Todos Santos

La Paz Policia - Last week, as I was driving 100 K down the carretera, just outside of La Paz, on my way back to Pescadero, I was pulled over by the police. There was no question that I was speeding, and since I was the only one around I couldn't even point to all the other speeders. I speak some Spanish and I politely tried to explain a few lame excuses to the policeman. He was also polite to me and used our interaction to try to educate me about the horrible accidents on the carretera due to high speeds. He wanted my driver's license explaing to me that I had 10 days to come to an office somewhere? to pay a fine and retrieve my license. He also said he would give me a document to show any other policeman where my license was, so I wouldn't get into trouble for not having a license. Just as I thought he was going to walk off and "write the ticket", he handed me back my license and cautioned me to be careful and drive more slowly. This policeman was very professional, polite and respectful by anyone's standards. I too was respectful and I did my best to communicate in Spanish. [At one point I called a traffic light a match --samafaro/fosforo (sp)] We both laughed at that. Anyway, thought I'd send in a good story about the police since we all seem so anxious to complain about them. - Hollygarci [-at-] aol.com, Pescadero

Flight Information - I'm looking for flight information from La Paz or Cabo to Tijuana and then the bus service from Tijuana to Downtown San Diego. Any information is much appreciated. - Rick Plaia, rickplaia [-at-] hotmail.com, 6121538124, Todos Santos

Listings Of Wireless Internet Hot Spots (courtesy, Baja Pony Express) - Three websites that can help you find FREE internet sites (WiFi) while traveling this summer. - Cheryl

http://www.jiwire.com/search-hotspot-locations.htm
http://wiki.webjunctionworks.org/index.php/Wireless_Networking_in_Libraries
http://www.wififreespot.com

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Rides Needed/Available

Ride Needed to SJDC Airport - June 18 - Need ride to San Jose airport on June 18. Leaving T.S. no later than 10 A.M. and again on June 24, also around 10 A.M. Will pay for gas. - Sue Meyers, bksuemeyers [-at-] comcast.net, 612 1 76 47 84

Ride to San Diego Needed - June 7 to 21 - I need a ride north. I can share driving and fuel. Perfect record, no accidents or citations in 30 years. Ride needed anytime between June 7 and June 21. If needed, we can arrive in SD within 30 hours by team driving, car sleeping, or stop for motels and take days. Your choice. - John Cook, forte41 [-at-] hotmail.com, 612-165-6084, La Paz

Ride Needed from La Paz Airport - June 11 - We are looking for a ride to Las Tunas from La Paz airport about 3 P.M. on June 11th. Glad to buy the gas or whatever is needed. Two of us with lots of luggage. Thanks. Jeff and Rebecca Krida - Jeff Krida, jkrida [-at-] gmail.com, (206)369-5961, Todos Santos

Ride Needed to La Paz Airport - July 4 - Looking for a ride from Todos Santos to La Paz airport for one person with medium-sized suitcase, on July 4th. Need to be there by about 1.00 P.M. Happy to pay for gas, share a taxi or whatever. Please e-mail or leave a message. Muchas gracias. - Nicola Newton, cortesnic [-at-] hotmail.com, 145 0140, Todos Santos

Ride Needed to SJDC Airport - June 19 - I am going to the airport on June 19th and need a ride from some kind soul. My plane leaves at 1:50 P.M. from SJD. I will gladly pay gas, and will only have one check-in bag. thanks. My name is Taz and my Todos Santos phone number is 612-14-31747 Call anytime. - Taz Hansen, ohsotimoteo [-at-] hotmail.com Todos Santos

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Restaurant and Food News

Free Internet For Our Customers At Il Giardino Pizzeria !!! We are open daily except Monday from 1 P.M. to 10 P.M. Coffee and desserts also! - Roberta Borghini, ilgiardinopizzeria [-at-] hotmail.com, 1450199, Todos Santos

La Copa Wine Bar - We would like to thank all of you who came to La Copa and joined us for our Asian Fare this season. We had a great time! Next Friday the 13th will be our last night until December. Give us a call if you would like a reservation: 145-0500. The La Copa Wine Bar will remain open during the summer. Thanks again, Michael, Pat and Lane - Michael Cope, mplcope [-at-] yahoo.com, 145-0500, Todos Santos

Dinner And A Movie Night At Buena Vida - This Tuesday we will be showing "Hustle & Flow." Terrence Dashon Howard turns in a true star performance in director Craig Brewer's indie drama. DJay (Howard) is a pimp with aspirations of grandeur -- he wants to make it as a rapper -- but he soon discovers that fame isn't all it's cracked up to be. Offering strong characters and notes of sweet romance amid the urban beats of its central plot, this 2005 Sundance Audience Award-winner was produced by John Singleton. My husband and I really like this movie! The dinner starts at 6:00 and the movie will start around 7:00. Please bring a cushion so that you will be more comfortable. See you there!!!!!- Jessie Rutowski, jessierutowski [-at-] hotmail.com, 6121343100, Todos Santos

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Music/Entertainment News

Cerritos Beach Club Surf Contest, Beach Party, Bikini Contest And Mucho Mas! - On Saturday morning, June 7th at the Cerritos Beach Club there will be an all day Beach Party with a big surf contest, live music and wild bikini contest. There will also be free fun raffles and giveaways to the public.The Surf Contest registration is at 8 A.M. and the cost is only $5 U.S. to participate in your chance to win some serious cash! $1000 U.S. to be split among the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. The contest will get underway at 9 A.M. Don't be late. The live music will start at noon with two bands performing and go until sunset. The Bikini contest will start at 4 P.M. and there should be some serious fun as the contestants contend for their shot at part of the $1000 in cash. So bring your boards and your bikinis for some Fun In The Sun brought to you by the Cerritos Beach Club. See you there. - Juanalot Ofun, 624.129.6315

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Pet Corner

Lost Dog - Looking for my doggie. Lost Thursday June 5th, in Las Tunas. Her name is Babe. She is a little Baja Mutt, with a long nose, light fur with darker spots. She has a red heart tag on her collar with her name and my cell phone number. Please call me if you see her, I'm heart broken. Thanks, - Marsha Dahlquist, maraquist [-at-] hotmail.com, 044 612 108 0390, Todos Santos

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Misc. For Sale/Wanted

Single Bed For Sale - Need a great bed and a great buy for your child or guest room??? Nearly brand new twin size mattress and wood frame. Simmons Brand orthopedic Mattress. High quality. Reversible. Also, L.L. Bean Matellase design deep russett colored Bedspread, Pillow Sham, and matchiing Bedskirt. all included for $250 USD - Rhoda Jacobs, barakabaja [-at-] gmail.com, 612-157-6088, Todos Santos

Computer Needed - Does anyone have a computer you are willing to give to a family in Cardonal who have a deaf son? They need it to learn sign language from a CD. - Susan Van Gurp, svangurp [-at-] gmail.com, 612 155 13 55, Cabo Pulmo-East Cape

Student - A local student, with very limited funds, going to La Paz for her first year of college needs a computer - anything as long as it works. - Scotty Mclemore, scottybcs [-at-] hotmail.com, 612-10-05872

Single Bed For Sale - Need a great bed and a great buy for your child or guest room??? Nearly brand new twin size mattress and wood frame. Simmons brand orthopedic mattress, high quality, reversible. Also L.L. Bean matellese design, deep russet colored bedspread, pillow sham, and matching bedskirt, all included for $250 U.S. - Rhoda Jacobs, barakabaja [-at-] gmail.com, 612-157-6088, Todos Santos

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Vehicles for Sale

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Rentals Available/Wanted

House Swap In Fall - Bay Area & Todos Santos - Rural Bay Area house swap available October/November/December. Two bedroom home with all amenities to trade for similar place in Todos Santos during fall. This is in the secret town of LA HONDA on the coast side of SF peninsula - less than an hour from City or Silicon Valley. Very rural, quiet, cozy setting with great views and gardens. Fall is generally warm here but could get light freezes. We intend to start building in T.S. and need a place to stay while doing so. Duration flexible but at least 60 days required. No pets or cigs, please. - David Yager, david [-at-] alderwood.com, 650-747-0757 (US), Todos Santos

House Needed As Base For Turtle Patrols - We are looking for a house between Las Tunas and Las Playitas from July-October to use as a base for Turtle patrols. Occupants will be biologist and/or biologist technician who will be patrolling for Sea Turtle nests. If you will be away during this time and want someone to look after your house please consider us. One month minimum please. - Francesca, todostortugueros [-at-] live.com, 145-0353

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Real Estate For Sale

Las Brisas Lot For Sale. Visit: http://www.bajawesternonion.com/las-brisas-lot.asp

House In La Posada - La Paz For Sale 140,00 U.S. Dollars - La Paz (la Posada) - House For Sale - Two bedroom two bath house for sale, less than a five minute walk to the beach. Double drive at front with small patio garden to the side. Corner house, tree lined. Sunny patio garden at the rear with access to utility room. High beamed/brick ceilings, with well thought out architectural features inside. Built in wardrobes and storage. Well maintained and cared for. $140,000 U.S. e.mail for more details and photos. - - Sarah Markworth, sarah.markworth [-at-] hotmail.com, La Paz

Property For Sale - 1743M2 lot for sale in Pescadero. Water on site, complete with drip irrigation to the large mango, and mature guava, both produce fruit in season, also 5 large, 50 small palms. Near beach, with view of ocean and the mountain range. Across from "feng shuy" house. Call or e-mail for pictures: no agents, $100,000 USD.dtutko1 [-at-] hughes.net or (locally) Steve. - Steve Tutko, stevetutko [-at-] yahoo.com, 0446121339778, Pescadero

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