Jan. 15, 2007 - Issue No. 6
Association News
January Association Meeting: Please plan to attend an "unofficial" informational meeting on Tuesday, January 16 at 10am at the home of Jerry & Shirley Vinyard (Flamingos #51). Dues will be accepted and an "off the record" discussion will ensue -- come one and all! Let's get back on track, regroup and come together to make this a better place to live. The Vinyards have an adequate supply of chairs and will provide coffee and water. Members are encouraged to bring goodies to share. Note: In order to finalize our budget for 2007, all dues must be paid prior to the meeting. This is also your last opportunity to be listed in and receive a copy of the Association Phone Directory.
Association Board News: The good news is that Danny Milski has agreed to take over the Presidency; and David Thompson and Keith Hanson have agreed to co-chair the Treasurer position. A sincere thank you to them for stepping up when we needed it most!
Due to the lack of the Board being able (and willing) to attend the January meeting, in addition to Danny Milski being unable to attend due to an important previous commitment in the states, the official "special meeting" that was scheduled for Januray 16, 2007 has been rescheduled for February 13, 2007. An official notice as required by the corporation protocol will follow as we need to vote on the budget, and nominate and elect officers. This is why the January meeting is deemed "unofficial".
Fred Chace has resigned his position as President, does not intend to pay his dues this year, and therefore cannot conduct this "special" meeting. Vice President Lourdes Robles Gonzales has indicated that she may not be able to attend due to personal conflicts. Secretary Brenda Bitkoff has not responded to the Association Board emails recently regarding this issue, so we do not know if she plans to attend and preside in the absense of the other Board Members. As you know, Sue Moss resigned her position as Treasurer over a month ago, and she has kindly agreed to lengthen her term through this month. However, she cannot continue her position due to other business commitments.
We resorted to canvasing door-to-door to collect dues. Harry & Geanie Burnett, Nina Steffens, Mona Cavalli and Allyson Williams went door-to-door collecting dues. After all their efforts, we still only have 50 paid members.
If you are interested in keeping our Association alive and well, we need your help to do it. You, too, need to step up to the plate and volunteer to keep our community beautiful, clean and vibrant. If you do not want to volunteer (or are unable to), please be responsible and do your part by attending the meetings, paying your dues on time, bringing positive ideas to strengthen our membership and our community, and most of all get involved to whatever extent you are able and put some of your "free time" and valuable ideas to good use.
Association Needs: Donations are needed for Harry Burnett to purchase a weedwacker to keep the grass and weeds trimmed along the sidewalks; to repay Danny Milski for fixing the street lights; and to fix the bridge.
Local Events & Holidays
Mark your calendar for these upcoming events, holidays and fiestas. If you have information about upcoming or ongoing events, please let me know so I can include them.
+ This Week
Jan. 15-17 and 20-23: Free Spay & Neuter Clinic in Los Ayala & Lo de Marcos: In order to reach as many areas as possible, the next clinic will be held on Jan. 15-17 in Los Ayala, with a follow-up clinic in Lo de Marcos from Jan. 20-23. The clinic is in need of accommodations for two vets, three technical assistants (all female) and one husband; volunteers to help with lunches and refreshments during the clinic; volunteers to help with the clinic, as well as donations. Please contact Lin Chimes at linchimes@hotmail.com if you are interested in volunteering, want to make a donation or if you'd like additional information.
Los Ayala Clinic: Time: 7:30am-4pm; Where: very south end of Avenida Estero #215 | Lo de Marcos Clinic: Time: 7:30am-4pm; Where: 196 Avenida del Bosque, Yellow House
Wed. Jan. 17: Día de San Antonio de Abad (Feast of San Antonio Abad)
Sat. Jan. 20: Entertainment in Guayabitos Plaza to Benefit EMS: Head to the Plaza in Guayabitos any Saturday night through Feb. 10 to enjoy live entertainment. The performances will vary weekly and will include everything from mariachi to ballet (see posters in town). The entertainerswill come from as far as Compostela and Tepic. This event is organized by the State Tourism Board and the Hotel Association. All proceeds from beer sales during this event will go towards much need equipment for the EMS in Guayabitos. The goal is to raise $50,000 pesos to purchase a defibulator and two emergency radios, which our area so desperately needs due to the age of our residents and visitors. A dinner was held at Brisamar Bungalows on Jan. 6 which raised $2,700 pesos to purchase a vital-signs machine. There will be approximately 300 chairs set up in the plaza each Saturday, but if you have portable chairs please bring them.
Since the Emergency Medical Service began on Jan. 23 2006, they have averaged 60 calls per month. Although the primary area served is Guayabitos, La Peñita and Los Ayala, the towns between Lo de Marcos and Las Varas benefit as well. If you would like more information, or would like to make a donation to the EMS in our community, please contact Diane Wardell at (327) 274-1193 or Beto Peña at (327) 274-0225.
+ Upcoming
Fri. Feb. 2: Groundhog Day / Día de la Candelaria (Candelmas Day)
Mon. Feb. 5: Día de la Constitución (Constitution Day)
Wed. Feb. 7: 4th Annual International Margarita Challenge: Mark you calendar and start practicing your margarita-making skills and routine, because the Margarita Challenge is coming! This year, the number of contestants is limited to six... so if you think you've got a winning recipe, you must pre-register online to Allyson Williams at MexicanaAlly@att.net. Only the first six contestants to enter get to participate. Tickets are now on sale! Doors Open: 5pm; Where: Piña Colada Restaurant (click on photo to enlarge poster for all the details.)
Sat. Feb. 10: 9th Annual "El Famoso" Horseshoe Tournament (aka Roberto Howell): Beginners and experienced players are invited to come throw some shoes, and everyone else should come and watch. There will be food and beverages, volleyball and washer games, plus a cash raffle, raffle prizes and trophies with proceeds going to charity. The entry fee is $100 pesos. Pre-registration will be held Fri. Feb. 9 at 4pm at Mateja's. The After Tourney Party will be held at Hinde y Jaime's. Contact Jimmy Howell at barbqueguy1@yahoo.com or Bill and Jan Poteat at (327) 274-1303 or jwpoteat@hotmail.com for more information. Player Check-in: 8:30am; Start Time: 10am. Where: Behind Harry & Geanie Burnett's Casa (follow signs in Zona Residencial).
Wed. Feb. 14: Día del Amor y la Amistad (Valentine's Day)
Feb. 15-20: Carnaval (Carnival)
+ Ongoing
Tuesdays through April 17: Malecon Sculpture Guided Walking Tour in Puerto Vallarta: Galeria Pacifico owner Gary Thompson leads this informative tour in which you can learn more about the beautiful sculptures that grace Puerto Vallarta's Malecon. The tour starts at the "Millennium" sculpture by Hotel Rosita at 9:30am; and ends at Galeria Pacifico with refreshments. For more information, please call (322) 222-1982.
Thursdays: Tianguis in La Peñita: This is the place to be and be seen on Thursdays... and to shop for silver jewelry, pottery, linens, talavera plates and sinks, glassware, Huichol Indian artwork, dried chiles, fresh fruits and veggies, and just about anything else you might need. When: 8am-1pm or so. Where: Held around the plaza in La Peñita and on Bahia de Manzanillo.
Saturdays through Feb. 10: Entertainment in Guayabitos Plaza to Benefit EMS: See above for detailed information.
Sundays: Golf in El Monteon: Head to the Campo de Ensueño (Field of Dreams) golf course to play a round or two. Sundays are for men, women, couples or singles, and they draw for partners. Newcomers are welcome. No reservations are needed, just be there before 10am. This 9-hole, par 3 course is located on Hwy. 200 at km 102, just 5 minutes south of Guayabitos. When: Every Sunday at 10am. Cost: $180 pesos for 18-holes.
For Your Information
Dog Adoption Desperately Needed: We are in desperate need of homes for one dog, who due to illness of her owner cannot keep her any longer. She is about one year old, a dalmation mix and lovely (no pic). Her fate is the street, euthanasia or a good home. Please contact Jane Kelley at kelleyinmex@yahoo.com. Jim & Lin Chimes are feeding two lovely puppies (left photo) who are living on an abandoned lot. They need help. We also have 6 puppies 5-6 weeks old (right photo) who were left in the street and have to find a place this weekend, either foster care until we find homes or permanent homes. Please contact Rosalie Hope at ripplerose@yahoo.com. Information: Lin Chimes, Los Ayala
These three dogs are spayed or neutered and are in need of a good home. Left: female, 4-years-old, loves walks on the beach, long siestas and companionship; contact: tylerhenshaw@hotmail.com. Middle: male looking for low-energy gringo, doesn't shed, does his "business" on cue and loves long siestas; contact: valleydog@msn.com. Right: Flaca the dalmation is less than a year old, loving and is learning hand signals. She needs a home before Dec. 20; contact: walkersj_03@hotmail.com. Information & photos: Lin Chimes, Los Ayala
