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Carnaval in La Paz, Baja California Sur, México, 2014

February 12 to 17, 2015
Carnaval in La Paz, Baja California Sur, México, Carnival
*Please note the correct spelling is “Carnaval,” meaning the end of carne (meat) for the period of Lent. It is spelled both ways in this article for the benefit of search engines as well as those folks who don’t know which spelling is correct. Source: https://www.bajainsider.com/baja-life/events/carnival/carnival-la-paz.htm#.UtGYI_bajpQ

Carnaval La Paz 2015

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarnavalLPZ

The director of tourism for La Paz has announced Carnaval La Paz 2014 will take place February 27 through March 4, 2014. Pedro Aguilar Bazúa says that preparations are already under way and they are asking that all Southern Baja residents help make the 2014 edition a success.

Malecon in La Paz, Baja California Sur, March 04, 2014 – Photo: Brenda & Juan Carlos.

La Paz, Baja California Sur (BCS) – The billboard artists performing at the malecón kiosk will be Edson Zuñiga on February 27; Sasha, Benny and Erik Rubin, formerly of Timbiriches, on February 28; Los Angeles Azules on March 1; Paty Cantú on March 2; Edith Márquez on March 3; and Banda MS on March 4.

La Paz Mayor Esthela Ponce Beltran announced the party will have a cost of approximately 10 million pesos, of which 20 percent is adduced by the City hall. The city expects the financial benefit to be 20 million pesos; the hotels, she said, will benefit the most, since they reach 70 to 80 percent occupancy.

This year, there will be 55 parade floats from La Paz and Los Cabos.

Unlike in recent years, the queen of the carnaval will have her coronation at the malecon kiosk, as was the tradition before.

There will be 850 police out in force to handle security during carnaval. And the police department expects the recent trend of fewer and fewer arrests—generally related to fights or alcohol—each year to continue.
www.bcsnoticias.mx/realiza-ayuntamiento-presentacion-oficial-del-carnaval-la-paz-2014/

Carnaval La Paz, Baja California Sur – February 27 to March 04, 2014

Carnaval is an annual six-day event held in major cities in Mexico and in other parts of the world (Rio de Janeiro) that generally occurs the week before Lent with all activities ending by Ash Wednesday, or the start of Lent.

It seems hard to imagine, as most of us think of carnaval La Paz as an institution in the culture mosiac of La Paz. But last year, 2013, almost saw the end of Carnaval, at least temporarily. It was in part, due to the efforts of Mayor Esthela Ponce Beltrán that sponsors outside the La Paz community saved the event.

Carnaval La Paz – Mermaids – Photo: BajaInsider.com – www.bajainsider.com/

With the cost of headline acts, cost of security, decorations, cleanup, and all the civic things that go into carnaval, the bill for Carnaval 2013 exceeded $880,000 U.S. for the City of La Paz. There have been growing expectations over the last decade or more over what is expected of Carnaval La Paz. And each year the city felt the need to raise the bar over the year before. Perhaps more importantly, competition from other cities in Mexico with new or established carnavals even lead to the national broadcast of some of the La Paz Carnaval on Mexican national television in 2010. Apparently, it didn’t lead to big “Nielson Numbers” so it hasn’t happened since.
https://www.bajainsider.com/baja-life/events/carnival/carnival-la-paz.htm#.UtGYI_bajpQ

The festival of carnaval (carnival) is celebrated as a last indulgence of carnal pleasures that Catholics must give up for 40 days of fasting during Lent, from Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday. In fact, the word carnaval is derived from Latin, meaning take away or goodbye to flesh, and strict Catholics will give up meat eating during Lent.

Carnaval is officially celebrated for five days, leading up to Ash Wednesday, with the most vigorous celebration taking place over the one weekend in Mexico. The wearing of masks during Carnaval is said to be a pagan practice as protection from evil spirits, but most likely evolved as a way to participate fully in the celebration with some anonymity.
https://www.mexonline.com/carnaval.htm

2014 – February 26 to March 4
2015 – February 11 to 17
2016 – February 5 to 9

In the Baja California Peninsula, the two main carnaval (carnival) celebrations occur in Ensenada and La Paz. The Ensenada carnaval extends for six days and consists of the quema del mal humor, dances, parades with floats, a royal court and more. It is one of the most important tourist events in northwestern Mexico attracting about 300,000 visitors including many from California. It has had performances by Joan Sebastián, Alejandra Guzmán, Magneto, Caló, Polo Polo and others.[13][25] The modern La Paz Carnival was begun in 1898, making it one of the oldest in the country. Before that, celebration of Carnival was limited to formal affairs at the houses of the rich. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnival_in_Mexico

Todos Santos Art Festival – Festival del Arte de Todos Santos – 2014

February 1-8, 2014 | Todos Santos Art Festival | Festival del Arte de Todos Santos

Organizer: Jorge Barajas
Why it’s fun: It’s a week-long celebration of Mexican culture that typically features live music, dance and theatre performances, painting and drawing exhibitions, lectures on local environmental and social issues, piano and poetry recitals and lots more. Artisans from different parts of Mexico also set up shop next to the church to sell their crafts. Diverse, fun and engaging.

Inception: 1997
Special Note: The Todos Santos Open Artist Studio Tour will be held on February 9, just after the art festival. 35 studios participated in 2013 and mediums included oils, pastels, watercolors, mixed media, encaustic, ceramics, sculpture and photography. Proceeds go to the Children’s Art project of the Palapa Society.

Mexican Army Day – Día del Ejército

February 19 – Mexican Army Day or Día del Ejército

This day celebrates the Mexican Army on the Loyalty Day (“Día de la Lealtad”), when President Madero was escorted by the Cadets of the Militar College to the National Palace.

The Mexican Army is the combined land and air branch and largest of the Mexican Military services; it is also known as the National Defense Army.

Photo: www.presidencia.gob.mx/articulos-prensa/dia-del-ejercito-mexicano/

The September 15, 1810 , in the village of Dolores, Guanajuato state, a new army came up with ideas of independence Village : Insurgent Army , commanded by priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla , who has seconded several Creole officers belonging to Dragoons of the Queen and communed with the same libertarian ideas.

In the struggle for independence from Spanish rule , the combatant armies were merged to form the Trigarante Army , which made his triumphal entry into Mexico City on 27 September 1821. Not long after the ephemeral Mexican Empire emerge .

Upon the overthrow of Iturbide , who had self-appointed Emperor of Mexico , was born the Conservative Army , receiving Heritage Colonial Army , which begins to change with the entry into force of the 1857 Constitution.

During the rule of General Porfirio Diaz, the Army took another appearance and increased its organization and training , incorporating various technological advances. During this stage it was known as the Federal Army.

With wider revolutionary movement , Díaz was forced to resign the presidency , convocándose new elections in which Madero was triumphant . However, in February 1913 an armed uprising led by Victoriano Huerta , who forced the resignation of President Madero and usurped began. To spread discontent with the murder of Madero, Venustiano Carranza launched the Plan de Guadalupe and the February 19, 1913 , issued a decree that the Constitutionalist Army , which arise our current Mexican Army was created.

In 1932 it was noted on April 27 as a day to celebrate the soldier , this date was chosen to commemorate the heroic deeds of Damian Carmona , which occurred during the siege of Querétaro in 1867. Finally by Presidential Decree of March 22, 1950 was established on February 19 as the day the Mexican Army to commemorate the establishment of our current Armed Institute . https://www.sedena.gob.mx/index.php

“Los Pulpos en su Tinta!” at Retro Burger Bar

Enjoy the Best Musical Group in Los Cabos at Retro Burger Bar called “Los Pulpos en su Tinta!” on Friday Nights starting at 10 pm. Also, beers are served at only $20 pesos and premium drinks for $50 pesos!

Disfutan el Mejor Grupo Musical de todos Los Cabos en Retro Burger Bar Esta Noche se llama “Los Pulpos es su Tinta!” Tambien, cervezas por $20 pesos y $50 pesos por tragos premium solamente! Viernes

Retro Burger Bar
Blvd. Mijares s/n Int 1. Edificio Eclipse, 23400, San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
Reservations: (624) 170-3042
https://www.loscabosguide.com/retroburgerbar/

Retro Burger Bar is a proud member of the Tadd Chapman Restaurant Group. For more information, please go to www.taddchapman.com

Art District, San Jose del Cabo, Art Walk

In Baja, México behind San Jose del Cabo’s historic main square and church lies the ever-growing Art District, which in recent years has become the cultural center of Los Cabos with many high-end fine art galleries displaying original paintings, sculpture, photography, prints and jewelry by local, national and international contemporary artists. Among these art galleries are shops housing the works by the top folk artists and artisans of Cabo & Mexico. Along with an abundance of galleries, the Art District is home to some of the area’s top restaurants.

Thursday Nights – 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm – November to June

Arte Gallery – Arte Plaza Paulina
Blacksmith Shop, Art Studio, Restoration & Gallery. Established in 1997. At Plaza Paulina.
Julian Garcia Forcelledo was born in Mexico City in 1950. He worked in spanish painter Virgilio Ruiz’ shop for 7 years. Julian Garcia has been an autodidactic sculptor for more than 18 years. Currently he resides in San Jose del Cabo, where he has installed his shop. Official Webpage: www.juliangarciaf.com | e-mail: info@juliangarciaf.com | Phone: (624)142-3566

Baja Brewing Company Restaurant
“The Baja Brewing Company is Los Cabos’ first Micro-brewery. Our restaurant and menu are best summed up as International pub-fare with original, locally inspired creations set in San Jose’s premier Beer Garden in the heart of the Art District.” Cheers!

Casa Dahlia Gallery
Casa Dahlia Gallery features some of Baja’s top contemporary fine artists whose paintings and sculptures range from Naive Folk Art and mixed media to Color Field and abstract landscapes. Located in one of Cabo’s most historic houses, Casa Dahlia Gallery is a delicious fusion of glowing adobe and contemporary fine art. Official Webpage: www.casadahlia.com | email: art@casadahlia.com | Phone: 503-922-3434

Dharmesh Anand Art Gallery
Official Webpage:
dharmeshanand.com.mx |
e-mail: dharmesh.sacredart@gmail.com
Gallery Phone: 624 130 7328
Cell: 624 105 2559

El Armario – the cutest shop in town
Only a few blocks from the center of San José del Cabo, in the heart of the Art District is EL ARMARIO, known as “the cutest shop in town” offering a unique selection of Mexican Folk Art from every region of the country. e-mail: elarmario@gmail.com | Phone: (624) 105-29-89

Frank Arnold Gallery
Xplore the Gallery and working studio of international abstract painter and sculptor Frank Arnold. His artwork is in private and corporate collections worldwide. Fodor’s travel guide calls Frank Arnold Gallery, “Arguably the best gallery space in town. Frank Arnold’s dramatic, widely acclaimed contemporary paintings have been compared to the Kooning, Gorky and Hans Hofmann”. The Gallery features original oil paintings, bronze sculptures and fine art prints. Official Webpage: www.frankarnoldart.com | e-mail: frank@frankarnoldart.com | U.S. Phone Numbers 559.301.1148 | San José Del Cabo Phone 624.14.24422 | Calling From U.S. 011.52.624.14.24422

Galeria Corsica
Representing more than 50 artists, Galeria Corsica is the place to find museum quality fine art made by internationally renowned Mexican Masters and promising young talents. It’s a favorite of art collectors and a feast for the senses for the general public. Not to be missed. Official Webpage: www.galeriacorsica.com | e-mail: corsicacabo@yahoo.fr | Phone: 624 146 9177

Ida Victoria Gallery
Galeria de Ida Victoria showcases original artwork in an impressive range of styles and techniques, by established and emerging contemporary artists from Mexico and around the world. Aside from displaying original paintings, sculpture, photography and prints, the gallery has an in-house custom frame studio specializing in preservation framing. Official Webpage: www.idavictoriaarts.com | e-mail: idavictoria1@mac.com | Phone: 624 142 5772

Ivan Guaderrama Gallery
Ivan Guaderrama Gallery. It is a contemporary art gallery under several definitions, subliminal, impressionism, relieve art; where the clients interacts with the creation of their own art (life castings). Use of different materials not only on his paintings as well as in the glass work and welding works, he does, he is very multifaceted and has an area of art in progress at his gallery!! Official Webpage: www.ivanguaderrama.com | e-mail: glassexpression@gmail.com | Phone: (624) 189 1144

Intagrafia
Intagrafía workshop consists of a letterpress printing and engraving, to work collaboratively with bound workshops various parts of the republic, made the production of artists’ books and folders of prints. There is also a gallery space focused on exposing both the production of the workshop, as the work of other artists, covering graphics, painting, sculpture or installation. Official Webpage: intagrafia.com.mx | e-mail: info@intagrafia.com.mx | Phone: (624) 105-2850

La Dolce Art Gallery
Located within an historical building on town square in San José del Cabo. La Dolce Art Gallery presents artwork by National and International artists with contemporary techniques that embrace color, texture and self-expression, inside of La Dolce Ristorante. Official Webpage: www.alecalderoni.com | e-mail: ale2603@prodigy.net.mx | Phone: 044 624 145 2378

La Sacristia
Where you can find the best mexican expression on the traditional & original mexican art. Also in La Sacristia you will find exclusive mexican contemporary designs on pottery and ceramics. We also offer the best Silver jewelry made by the hands of important mexican artists. Official Webpage: www.lasacristiaart.com | e-mail: lasacristia.loscabos@gmail.com | Phone: 624 142 4007

Mata Ortiz Pottery Gallery
Mata Ortiz is the new tradition of pottery molded and hand painted with different strokes and colors characteristic of the archaeological region of Paquime, Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua. Official Webpage: www.lasacristiaart.com | e-mail: mataortiz.loscabos@yahoo.com | Phone: 624 142 4969

Muvezi African Art
Muvezi gallery features Shona Artists from Zimbabwe recognized as the world’s finest stone sculptors. In addition to the traditional African styles our Shona Artists have also produced outstanding abstract and modern pieces. Sculptures range in size from tabletop pieces all the way up to large master series. Official Webpage: www.muvezi.com | e-mail: anahi@muvezi.com | Phone: (01152) 1 624 157 2428

Old Town Gallery
At the heart of the art district, the Old Town Gallery brings together eight world renowned artists; Alan Wylie, Brent Heighton, Cheryl Tuck Tallon, Denyse Klette, Jonn Einerssen, Mike Svob, George Scholl, and Richard McDiarmid. Collectively, this seasoned group of artists share over 230 years of full time painting experience resulting in a caliber of art that inspires appreciation from collectors worldwide. Uniquely capturing the color, culture, and light quality of Baja, each artist`s style celebrates their own vision of our world making a visit to Old Town Gallery a “must do” in Los Cabos. Official Webpage: www.theoldtowngallery.com | e-mail: info@theoldtowngallery.com | Phone: (624) 142 0070

Patricia Mendoza Art Gallery
Specializing in works of art by some of Mexico’s top contemporary artists such as, Lucille Wong, Javier Guadarrama, Eric Perez,and Joao Rodriguez, among others. All of the artists represented here are known nationally and internationally in important collections and museums. Official Web Page: www.patriciamendozagallery.com | e-mail: patriciamendozagallery@hotmail.com | Phone: 044 624 158 6497

Restaurants

Baan Thai
Contemporary Thai Influenced Asian Cusine Conveniently located in historical downtown San Jose del Cabo, Baan Thai Restaurant & Bar is set in a 150 year old colonial home. The unique mixture of colonial architecture, Asian teak, and bamboo furnishings gives an exotic, “other-world” feel to the relaxing atmosphere. Official Webpage: Bajabaanthai.com | Phone: 624 142 3344.

Baja Brewing Restaurant
“The Baja Brewing Company is Los Cabos’ first Micro-brewery. Our restaurant and menu are best summed up as International pub-fare with original, locally inspired creations set in San Jose’s premier Beer Garden in the heart of the Art District.” Cheers. Official Webpage: bajabrewingcompany.com | e-mail: charlie@bajabrewingcompany.com | Phone: 30 3482 2637

H Restaurant
H restaurant is the perfect blend of refinement and relaxation. People feel comfortable and content, and at the same time, share the bold flavors and fresh ingredients that we love. All this with a casually elegant setting located in the Art District. Official Webpage: www.hrestaurant.com.mx | e-mail: hrestaurant@hotmail.com | Phone: 10 5 29 74, 624 12 9 61 56

Jasmins – An Authentic Mexican Experience
There´s no question that whatever you order will be 100% authentic Mexican fare. Jazmin Restaurant is designed with what most people think of when picturing an authentic Mexican experience, bright colors, hand crafted wooden furniture, rustic décor, banners and memorabilia dedicated to the great pancho villa, leader of the Mexican Revolution. e-mail: elmar_vicjaz@hotmail.com | Phone: 01152 624 1421760

La Dolce Restaurant
Feel transported to little Italy, La Dolce located within a historical building next to the church on town square San Jose del Cabo. Considered the preferred restaurant by the local community for the authentic Italian food, great atmosphere and excellent service.
Official Website: www.restaurantladolce.com | e-mal: sanjose@restauranteladolce.com | Phone: (624) 142-6621

Mi Casa Restaurant
Once know as the only guest House in San Jose del Cabo in the beginning of the century is now know as the sister of the world famous “Mi Casa” Restaurant in Cabo San Lucas. Mi Casa offers traditional Mexican cuisine made from scratch daily and prepares the most traditional Mexican icon dishes as Chiles en Nogada, Manchamanteles and Mole Poblano. A spacious venue for a group of up to 500 people or several groups all in different ambiences that create a unique Oasis in the heart of Downtown San Jose del Cabo.An upper Terrace, main Patio, acquaduct, orchard patios, Tamarind Tree Patio and open fire pit will suit any discerning client. Official Webpage: www.micasarestaurant.com.mx | e-mail: salesmicasa@gmail.com | Phone: (624) 146-9263

Art District, San Jose del Cabo, Art Walk
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