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Organic Market Producers Tour
Organizers of Mazatlán´s organic market invited the public to meet their producers. Photographer Peter Murphy went along and sent back this report.
Hearts for Hospice Dinner/Dance
The annual fundraiser “Hearts for Hospice” Dinner/Dance held on February 23rd was another resounding success.
Eye on Brazil at Carnaval 2013
Mazatlán Messenger photographer, Peter Murphy, had a bird’s eye view of the Brazilian Samba Dancers’ Carnaval float from his condo and took full advantage of the opportunity.
Giant “monigotes” lining the Malecón
You know Carnaval is around the corner when you see these giant “monigotes” lining the Malecón, with one special one in the Plazuela Machado. Can you name all the characters depicted here? Hint: the Carnaval theme this year is “The Magic Lantern,” an homage to the film industry.
Christmas Street Fair
The first annual Christmas Street Fair took place in Centro Historico in front of Mazatlán’s Art Museum on December 19th.
El Cid Christmas Lights Displays
Christmas lights displays in the gated golf community of El Cid attracts hundreds of passers-by who marvel at the creativity of the owners who put on a show to enjoy.
Immigration Forum
On Nov. 29th members of Mazatlán’s foreign community gathered to hear experts explain new immigration laws.
A Celebration of Life for Nancy Blakeslee
On November 23rd a Celebration of Life was held for Mazatlán resident Nancy Blakeslee who passed away earlier this year in Colorado
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The screening of the iconic Halloween movie, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” sponsored by the Mazatlán Film and Theater Group on Oct. 30th and 31st at El Recreo drew sold-out enthusiastic crowds who came dressed for the occasion.
“Así Sabe Sinaloa” food fair
On October 26th Mazatlán Messenger photographer Peter Murphy took his camera and his appetite to the “Así Sabe Sinaloa” food fair at the Convention Center and filed these photos after a fun day of food tasting. Enjoy!
1898 street map of Mazatlán
This 1898 street map of Mazatlán reveals the small settlement was concentrated in El Centro. It wasn´t until the late 1950s that it spread to include what became known as the “Golden Zone.”
Rain Contest Winner
We have a winner! Thanks to our readers for a great response to this contest.
CONTEST: Can You Predict the Beginning of Mazatlán’s Rainy Season?
The contestant with the correct prediction will win a case of wine to enjoy while watching the summer storms roll through Mazatlán.
Last Farmer’s Organic Market of the Season
The season’s last Saturday Farmer’s Organic Market was held on April 28th at Zaragoza Park with games, treats, piñatas and storytelling for all the kids in honour of Día de los Niños.
National Amputee Soccer Match
On Saturday, April 14, Mazatlecos were out in force at the baseball stadium to watch a friendly match between the US national amputee soccer team and the Zorros of Sinaloa.