In Mexico, as in many other countries, we enjoy ghost stories. The sensation of goose bumps from an icy wind wrapping around one’s neck while such stories are being told is fascinating for many people. There is no better moment for myths to come alive than the paranormal environment surrounding Mexico’s traditional Day of the […]
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By MoKa Hammeken We’re well into September, the patriotic month for Mexicans! The month full of explosions of color and tastes! We’ve also had the famous long holiday weekend, “puente”, invigorating the hearts of the nation with fiestas streaming with tequila, sombreros, fireworks, and typical dishes. Who as a young child didn’t want to go […]
Mole in Cordoba, Veracruz Photo: Plinio Rivero 2011
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By MoKa Hammeken Culture continues to grow in Puerto Peñasco. Bit by bit, the city is making strides and becoming known as a cultural spot in Sonora. It all began by inviting artists to come here, and they soon began ‘inviting themselves’ and now the word is out, recommending others to come to this port. […]
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On Monday, September 2nd, the Puerto Peñasco Municipal School of Classical Ballet, through the Office of Civic and Cultural Affairs, launches its Fall session of classes with sessions open to all ages. This marks the school’s Third Anniversary under the guidance of ballerina and dance instructor Mariana Zatarian. For the Fall session, Mariana has added […]
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Josúe Barrera: Cultural journalism in the hands of individuals devoured in the digital age Over the weekend of Aug. 18th – 19th, Cine Club Primera Toma, A.C. organized a course entitled “Cultural Journalism and the use of New Technologies”, led by Josúe Barrera. Barrera, who is originally from Hermosillo, just this year returned to Sonora […]
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On August 13th, Cine Club Primera Toma, A.C. (First Take Film Club), in partnership with Café Puerto Viejo, held their first of what they hope to be many “CineMartes” (Tuesday Films). On this first occasion, the open air CineMartes presentation on the patio of Café Puerto Viejo showcased the 113 minute film To the Wonder […]
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Upon first reading the Visitors Center at the Pinacate was going to be open [for the recent Perseid meteor shower], I immediately made a mental note. Imagine a spot in the heart of the Pinacate and Desert of Altar Biosphere Reserve with no lights nearby and everything shut off; only you, the mountains, the sky […]
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Among the various artists sharing their talents at this month’s summer camp “Traveling around the World” (organized by Cine Club Primera Toma, A.C.), the multi-faceted Randy Vega is assisting campers in the area of voice and song. Earlier this year, RockyPoint360’s MoKa Hammeken had a chance to sit down with Randy and learn more about […]
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