Merida Events: Int'l Festival of the Maya Culture

21 October 2014 Events 0

This Week... starting October 20, 2014

Festivals in Merida This Fall
There are many free events this week, put on for your enjoyment by the city of Merida or another government organization. Though the tickets are free, you usually are required to pick them up at the venue BEFORE the event. In this way, tickets DO sell out. So don't be caught with high expectations and no way to fulfill them! Get your tickets early from the venue ticket office and be prepared!

And now, be sure to mark your calendars for the following dates...
International Festival of Mayan Culture 2014: October 17 – 26
This festival is happening this week. Read below for all the different events each day... it's pretty impressive!

Hanal Pixan or Day of the Dead: October 31- November 02
Day of the Dead in Merida is celebrated both on the Plaza Grande and along Calle 66, between Park Ermita and the Cemetery, called the Corridor of the Souls (on the evening of October 31, starting about sundown). In Yucatan, this day is called Hanal Pixan... check out our articles about Hanal Pixan and Day of the Dead!

X’matkuil State Fair: November 8 – December 1 These events take place at the X’matkuil fairgrounds. Admission is only $15 pesos and parking is $30 pesos. In addition to theater events, there are so many performance shows that it makes this fair the largest center for nightlife in southeast Mexico.

National Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe: December 12
This is one of the biggest fiestas of the year in Mexico. You can see some of the activities in Merida in Yucatan Living’s Virgin of Guadalupe Video.

Christmas and New Year's Eve
The last two weeks of December and the first five days of January are relatively quiet in Yucatan, but the new year of almost non-stop festivals begins again on January 6 (Three Kings’ Day, aka Epiphany). So do keep watch on Yucatan Living’s Events pages to see what there is to do in Merida whenever you are here.

In The City

New Ongoing Event: Cemetery Walking Tour (Wednesday Nights)
Don Wilbert Sosa, with his extensive knowledge of the history of this cemetery, will walk you through the tombs, mausoleums and roundabouts of famous people who are buried here, telling stories of those men and women who shaped the history of our state. You are cordially invited to come and learn about the various funeral rites that have existed in Merida, from pre-Hispanic to the present, and about the various architectural styles of the mausoleums and tombs.
Location: Cementerio General de la Ciudad (General Cemetery of the City), at the southern end of Calle 66, south of Ermita
Time: 8:00 PM all Wednesdays
Admission: Free

Temporary Exhibition of the National Museum of Egypt
This exhibition will be open only during the Festival of Mayan Culture. There are 25 pieces in the collection.
Location: Juan Gamboa Guzman Gallery, Calle 59 x 60 y 58
Time: 10:00 AM
Admission Free

Monday (Lunes) October 20, 2014

Gypsy Market Bazaar
Good food, great art, and superb company. What more could anyone ask? Visit the Gypsy Market Bazaar on Facebook.
Location: On the main road Chelem-Chuburna. Crystal Tropical is Graciela’s garden between entrada Sol and Aruba.
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Admission: Free but do plan on shopping and supporting the artists and artisans who show their work here.

Concert: The Life in Pink in the Voice of Arianna
This concert has been a success wherever it goes.
Location: Foro Colon, Av. Colon x Av. Cupules
Time: 9:00 PM Monday
Admission: Free

Concert: Antonio Serrano Piano and Harmonica
This is going to be a wonderful evening of entertainment and a great opportunity to see this new stage. The music will be Flamingo and Jazz.
Location: Sala Mayamax in the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya
Time: 8:30 PM Monday
Admission: Free

Concert: Baroque Music and the People of Italy
This is a concert by Marco Beasley and Guido Morini. You will hear music as poetry, as well as the Baroque music of Italy in the 17th century.
Location: Teatro Peon Contreras, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 9:00 PM Monday
Admission: Free

City Ballet: Merida’s Architectural Era and Ballet
This performance is a journey through the archives of the great classics and dances from the architectural epoch in Merida. The Ballet of the City of Merida is under the direction of Erika Arguelles.
Location: Teatro Armando Manzanero, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Monday
Admission: Free

Festivals and Traditions of the Campeche Gran Ballet Folclorico
This production brings us a look into the traditions, values and cultural identity of Campeche.
Location: Teatro Daniel Ayala, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Monday
Admission: Free

Concert: Maria Teresa: Elis Music to Remember: A Voice in Brazil
This concert is a tribute to Brazilian singer Elis Regina, considered to be one of the greatest representatives of Brazilian Popular Music.
Location: Teatro Fantasio, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Monday
Admission: Free

Tuesday (Martes) October 21, 2014

Tuesday of Trova
See the full listing of trova trios performing for the month in our Coming Soon section.
Location: Auditorium of the Olimpo, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 8:30 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Classical Guitar Concert
This performance is an inventory of Mexican music of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Location: Museo de la Canción Yucateca, Calle 50 x 57
Time: 8:00 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Concert: Pacho Flores and His Trumpet of Gold
This young man is sure to have many successful years ahead of him in the music world.
Location: Sala Mayamax in the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya
Time: 8:30 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Concert: Alim Qasimov and the Music of Azerbaijan
This is a performance by a world renowned musical artist. The young lady who stars with him is his daughter.
Location: Teatro Peon Contreras, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 9:00 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Concert: Dear Merida – The Bohemians of Your Heart
Together for the first time, a group of the greatest Yucateca voices of yesterday, today and tomorrow: Ofelia Medina, Arianna, Imelda Miller, Irma Dorantes and Maria Medina.
Location: Teatro Armando Manzanero, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Tango: Passion Tanguera Sergio Meneses
Beautiful traditional tango performance! Perhaps the tango should always be danced in a shades-of-purple setting.
Location: Teatro Daniel Ayala, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Claudia Sierra and the Campeche State Government Band
Claudia Sierra is an internationally well known composer and singer.
Location: Teatro Fantasio, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Wednesday (Miercoles) October 22, 2014

Movie: Nepal Forever
(Russia 2013) A documentary comedy. This movie features two Russian Communist politicians. Their horizons are broad, but what most concerned about is the future of communism. At some point, by decree of faith, begin to expand its activities beyond the limits of the Russian Federation. However, the future of global communism remains uncertain. In Russian, with Spanish subtitles.
Location: LA 68, Calle 68 at Calle 55, Centro
Time: 5:00 PM Wednesday
Admission: $35 pesos, $15 pesos students

Dance: Flamingo: The Flamingo Lives in Four Seasons
This is a performance by children and they are just precious. Please come and support all of their hard work and talent.
Location: Teatro Fantasio, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 5:00 PM Wednesday
Admission: Free

Pacho Flores and His Trumpet of Gold
This is a very popular young performer. The music is classical Trumpet and Piano.
Location: Felipe Carrillo Puerto Theater, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 8:00 PM Wednesday
Admission: Free

Art Opening: Impulso Universitario
This art show is a subasta silencio (silent auction) and is put on by a Mexican-run nonprofit organization that sells art to raise money to support young people from around the Yucatan Peninsula in attending college. The show will feature more than 85 local artists, and all the works are for sale. Many of the most famous artists in Merida will be represented, including Samuel Barrera, Georgia Charuhas, Sandra Nikolai and so many more. Don't miss this important event!
Location: Calle 62 #383 s 45 y 47, Merida Centro, Santa Ana
Time: 8:30 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Recital for Piano and Violin: Annar Folleso and Wolfgang Plagge
Music tonight is by Beethoven, Brahms and Grieg.
Location: Sala Mayamax in the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya
Time: 8:30 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Brass Transit Band’s Tribute to Chicago (the band)
Brass Transit is a Canadian band that plays songs made famous by Chicago in the 1970s.
Location: Teatro Peon Contreras, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 9:00 PM Wednesday
Admission: Free

Contemporary Dance: Whimsical Wind in the Maya Ceiba
This performance should be interesting. “The wind and the force have a feline face.”
Location: Teatro Armando Manzanero, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Wednesday
Admission: Free

Brazilian Jazz: Samba Little Samba
This is a spectacular performance by Gabriel Espinosa and Hendrik Meurkens. It is the second edition of this show, by popular and worldwide demand.
Location: Teatro Daniel Ayala, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Tuesday
Admission: Free

Movie: 1 for 1
(Spain 2013) Extraordinary black comedy that explores the limits of survival and absurd game of power. The story takes place in times of elections in Mexico. A candidate for Governor runs over a migrant woman pregnant. Following the accident, and for the possible scandal, hides in a building it owns. Under pressure from his political boss and not to ruin. In Spanish
Location: LA 68, Calle 68 at Calle 55, Centro, Open Air Cinema
Time: 9:00 PM Wednesday
Admission: $35 pesos, $15 pesos students

Thursday (Jueves) October 23, 2014

Movie: Shorts by FICUNAM
(Various 2013) FICUNAM 2014 brings us a selection of 4 short films titled: Rhoma Acans, B-boy, Soldier of Odessa and Adri. Diferntes situations and roads that will take us between seemingly distant worlds. From literature to sports, dancing to Gypsy nomadism. In Spanish
Location: LA 68, Calle 68 at Calle 55, Centro
Time: 5:00 PM Thursday
Admission: $35 pesos, $15 pesos students

Music of Souls / U Paax Pixan
Prehispanic music and reading
Location: Siglo XXI Convention Center on the road to Progreso
Time: 10:00 AM Thursday
Admission: Free

Movie: The Mayan Cycle and Now Documentary “chibal KAN”
(Mexico, 2012) This documentary is under the direction of Glenny Torres. Watch as the characters learn remedies for things such as snake bites that have been passed down from their ancestors.
Location: Siglo XXI Convention Center on the road to Progreso
Time: 5:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Concert: Nova Trova”
Come out and hear trova with modern instruments. We don’t know what that really entails, but it certainly does sound interesting.
Location: Pasaje Revolucion, next to to the Cathedral
Time: 6:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Children’s Band of Sierra de Tlahuitoltepec
As always, please come and support the children. This group is from Oaxaca.
Location: Siglo XXI Convention Center on the road to Progreso
Time: 6:30 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Anthology of Silent Films: Blue Velvet
Location: Videosala of the Olimpo, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 7:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Library Talk: Popular Mexican Art and Yalat
Maruja Barbachano's interest in Mexican folk art began at age ten, when she would accompany her grandmother on buying trips throughout Mexico. The pieces they would acquire were sold in the gift shops of her family's hotels (Hacienda Chichen, Casa del Balam, Mayaland). Over the years, guided by a great appreciation for the work, Maruja began her education on the materials, techniques and designs that shape each work of art, while at the same time establishing relationships with the master artists and craftsmen of Mexico and their families. In January 2005, Maruja and her husband Jim relocated to Valladolid and opened Yalat, a popular folk art gallery. Come tonite for a video presentation, a small gallery exhibit and a great evening.
Location: Valladolid Public Library, Casa Hamaca, Valladolid
Time: 7:45 PM
Admission: $50 pesos donation suggested

Dance / Customs: Guelaguetza (Oaxaca)
Sample of the dance and customs of eight regions in the State of Oaxaca.
Location: Siglo XXI Convention Center on the road to Progreso
Time: 8:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Art Opening: La Eskalera
Opening of a one-woman show. Nayeli González Muñoz shows her Ensoñaciones Graficas, or Graphic Reveries, will open tonite and probably run for about a month.
Location: Calle 70 #474B, Merida Centro in Santiago
Time: 8:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Joaquin Melo Recital for Flute and Piano
Music here is from Baroque to the XXI century.
Location: Sala Mayamax in the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya
Time: 8:30 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Concert: Campeche Symphony Orchestra and Invited Guest Voices
Tonight, you’ll hear Best Boleros by Karen Chable (soprano), Jorge Gutierrez (tenor), Sara Prado (mezzo-soprano) and Diego Fernando (baritone).
Location: Teatro Jose Peon Contreras, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 9:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free, but you'll need to get your tickets ahead of time.

The Dance and Mariachi Orchestra of the University of Guadalajara
Come out and get into the Spirit of Mexico with a folk dance group, a chamber orchestra and a mariachi band. The costumes alone are worth coming to see!
Location: Teatro Armando Manzanero, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Night Magic: Quintana Roo: Ballet, Folkloric Dance, and Caribbean Dance
A journey through the dances that led to the Salsa.
Location: Teatro Daniel Ayala, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Elena Duran and Jazz Trio
Location: Foro Colon, Av. Colon x Av. Cupules
Time: 9:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Concert: Chapel Assembly SOL
This is a beautiful group. We hope to hear more from them.
Location: The Cathedral in Merida, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Movie: H2O
(Mexico 2012) Mexico City grows unchecked. Before an area surrounded by lakes, now supplying water to this city is a real problem. H2Omx records shortages, waste and serious water pollution problems. In Spanish.
Location: LA 68, Calle 68 at Calle 55, Centro
Time: 9:00 PM Thursday
Admission: $35 pesos, $15 pesos students

The Selfish Giant
(UK 2013) AA contemporary fable about two scrappy 13-year-old working-class friends in the UK who seek fortune by getting involved with a local scrap dealer and criminal, leading to tragic consequences. In English.
Location: Cairo Cinema, Calle 20 #98A x 15 y 17, Colonia Itzimná
Time: 9:00 PM Thursday
Admission: Free

Friday (Viernes) October 24 , 2014

Movie: Inori
(Japan 2012) Gonzalez Rubio enters an area of mountains and forests in which there are only a few people, all and very old, and it is as if their perception of space and time, in recording that world was crossed by the kawasiano spirit. In Japanese with Spanish subtitles.
Location: LA 68, Calle 68 at Calle 55, Centro,
Time: 5:00 PM Friday
Admission: $35 pesos, $15 pesos students

Anthology of Silent Films: Orphans of the Storm
Location: Videosala of the Olimpo, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 7:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Great Meeting of Cultures and Maya Mixteca
Gourmet samples, Craft Pavilion and paintings
Location: Siglo XXI Convention Center on the road to Progreso
Time: 11:00 AM Friday
Admission: Free

Concert: Advanced Philharmonic Band
This event is in the category of “Great Meeting of Cultures and Maya Mixteca.”
Location: Siglo XXI Convention Center on the road to Progreso
Time: 5:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Rondalla of Trovadores
This event features composers from both Yucatan and Cuba.
Location: Pasaje de la Revolución, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 6:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Gabriel Marquez: A Song of Yellow Butterflies
This performance is a tribute to FICMaya.
Location: Government Palace, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 7:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Music: Regional Party Night
Featured tonight are Youth and Museum Rondallas.
Location: Museo de la Canción Yucateca, Calle 50 x 57
Time: 8:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Piano Recital: Alejandro Santoyo
Alejandro Santoyo is an international prize winning young composer and pianist.
Location: Sala Mayamax in the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya
Time: 8:30 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Pacho Flores with the Symphony Orchestra of Yucatan
This prestigious Venezuelan trumpeter has been busy this week. Audiences love him!
Location: Teatro Armando Manzanero, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Concert: Pirate Love
This concert features the Campeche Symphony Orchestra and the Ana Rosa de Baqueiro Caceres Dance Troupe. The theme is the holidays, legends and traditions.
Location: Teatro Daniel Ayala, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Concert: Rhythm and Love with Ivette Rios
Ivette Rios is a vocalist and songwriter.
Location: Teatro Fantasio, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Bach Collegium of Japan: Lord Your Eyes Look by Faith
Classical Baroque Music and the Choral Works of Johann Sebastian Bach.
Location: Teatro Peon Contreras, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 9:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Choir Concert: Palestrina of the Beatles
This is a performance by the concert choir “White Voices” (Voces Blancas). It is a journey through the history of coral music, including works from renaissance to contemporary folk music. This is an all female choir, accompanied by a piano and Latin American popular instruments.
Location: Museo de la Canción Yucateca, Calle 50 x 57
Time: 9:00 PM Friday
Admission: Free

Dance: Solos for Joining Fridays and Saturdays October 17 through November 22
When loneliness provides an opportunity for meeting. This is a performance by the Contemporary Free Dance Company.
Location: Auditorium of the Olimpo, Calle 62 x 61
Time: Fridays: 9:00 PM, Saturdays: 8:00 PM
Admission: $50 pesos, Students and INAPAM: $25 pesos

Movie: The Artist is Present
(USA 2012) In English with Spanish subtitles. Seductive, fearless, provocative, Marina Abramović has redefined the concept of art for over forty years. Using his own body as a vehicle, going beyond the limits to risk his own life in the process, created performances that have challenged us, shocked and moved.
Location: LA 68, Calle 68 at Calle 55, Centro, Open Air Cinema.
Time: 9:00 PM Friday
Admission: $35 pesos, $15 pesos students

Saturday (Sabado) October 25, 2014

Lecture: Day of the Dead Altars
Trudy Woodcock of Casa K'in (www.casakin.org) talks about Day of the Dead altars, what they mean and how to create one. Make your Hanal Pixan experience that much more meaningful!
Location: Merida English Library, Calle 53 x 66 and 68, Merida centro
Time: 11:00 AM Saturday
Admission: Donations appreciated

Movie: The Wild Blue Yonder
(Germany 2005) An alien recounts his escape from an icy planet in a distant galaxy, describes his attempts to settle the land and reveals secrets learned in the CIA to undertake the return journey. In German with Spanish subtitles.
Location: LA 68, Calle 68 at Calle 55, Centro
Time: 5:00 PM Saturday
Admission: $35 pesos, $15 pesos students

Dance / Music: Estampa and the Jaranera Orchestra – Live Together
These two groups, one dance and one music, would give even a stranger a clear look at the culture of the everyday Yucateco’s experience of both dance and music.
Location: Parque de las Americas, Av. Colon x Calle 20
Time: 5:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Anthology of Silent Films: Charles Chaplin Anthology
Location: Videosala of the Olimpo, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 7:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Cross Point Jarana Yucateca: 1900 – 1950
There will be a total of 12 jaranas in ths prforance. They will be accompanied by the Jaranera Youth Orchesta. The Children’s Folk Ballet from Tixkokob will highlight the customs and traditions of Yucatan.
Location: Foro Colon, Av. Colon x Av. Cupules
Time: 7:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Anthology of Silent Films: Great Charles Chaplin shorts
Location: Videosala of the Olimpo, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 7:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Baroque Music Concert: Scarlet Assembly
The program tonight features soprano Claudia Rodriguez and trumpeter Robert Myers. These are both consummate professionals and this should be a wonderful performance.
Location: Palacio Canton, Paseo de Montejo x 41
Time: 7:00 PM Monday
Admission: Free

Concert: Marimbas South
Featured tonight are the Pregonero Marimba, the Campeche Marimba and Javier Nandayapa. This is really going to be an excellent concert!
Location: Teatro Peon Contreras, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 8:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Dance: Solos for Joining Fridays and Saturdays October 17 through November 22
When loneliness provides an opportunity for meeting. This is a performance by the Contemporary Free Dance Company.
Location: Auditorium of the Olimpo, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 8:00 PM Saturday
Admission: $50 pesos, Students and INAPAM: $25 pesos

Living Statues
Men and women participate in the Municipality of Teabo and in Merida, impersonating different social strata of pre-columbian Maya. 20 statues will be on view.
Location: Sala Mayamax in the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya
Time: 8:30 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Concert: Sona Jobarteh, Her Kora Music, and the African Ethnic Assembly
Come and hear the emotional voice of the first woman who was ever allowed to even touch the kora, much less play it.
Location: Teatro Peon Contreras, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 9:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

National Ballet of Belgrade Presents Alejandro Magno
This ballet is based on the life of Alejandro Magno.
Location: Teatro Armando Manzanero, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Concert: Frasis: Caribbean Sea Foam, with Their Violins and Violas
This group began in 2012 and has been an audience favorite ever since.
Location: Teatro Daniel Ayala, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Movie: Cutie and the Boxer
(USA 2013) This candid New York love story explores the chaotic 40-year marriage of famed boxing painter Ushio Shinohara and his wife, Noriko. Anxious to shed her role as her overbearing husband's assistant, Noriko finds an identity of her own. In English and Japanese with Spanish subtitles.
Location: LA 68, Calle 68 at Calle 55, Centro, Open Air Cinema.
Time: 9:00 PM Saturday
Admission: $35 pesos, $15 pesos students

Movie: Amadeus
(USA 1984) The incredible story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, told by his peer and secret rival Antonio Salieri - now confined to an insane asylum. In English with Spanish Subtitles.
Location: Cairo Cinema, Calle 20 #98A x 15 y 17, Colonia Itzimná
Time: 9:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Concert: Sergio Esquivel
This is Yucatan’s most precious treasure right now, so never miss an opportunity to hear him sing.
Location: Pasaje de la Revolucion, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 9:30 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Sunday (Domingo) October 26, 2014

Documentary: Deserts
Learn about the habitats that make up the ecosystem of the desert, and the survival strategies of the animals.
Location: Museum of Natural History, Calle 59 next to the Zoo.
Time: 12:00 PM Sunday
Admission: Free

Sunday Chamber Choir of the City of Merida
This is a wonderful choir that sings for the city every Sunday.
Location: at the Olimpo, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 6:00 PM
Admission: Free

Dance: Merida Under the Veil of the Gods
Rodolfo Reyes Cortes Choreography.
Location: Foro Colon, Av. Colon x Av. Cupules
Time: 8:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Dorantes (Spain) Mediterranean Without Walls
This is a performance by the Mu Assembly with instrumental music of different nations. A sea of all lands.
Location: Teatro Peon Contreras, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 8:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Dial Caribbean: Veronica Cabrera and Rudy Vallado
This duet is one of Yucatan’s favorites!
Location: Felipe Carrillo Theater, Calle 60 x 57
Time: 8:00 PM
Admission: Free

National Ballet of Belgrade Presents Alejandro Magno
This ballet is based on the life of Alejandro Magno.
Location: Teatro Armando Manzanero, Calle 62 x 61
Time: 8:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Concert: Roberto Faz with Guests: The Buena Vista Social Club
This son of Cuba brings us an evening of trova and bolero.
Location: Teatro Daniel Ayala, Calle 60 x 61
Time: 8:00 PM Saturday
Admission: Free

Movie: Miller's Crossing
(USA 1990) Tom Regan, an advisor to a Prohibition-era crime boss, tries to keep the peace between warring mobs but gets caught in divided loyalties. In English.
Location: Cairo Cinema, Calle 20 #98A x 15 y 17, Colonia Itzimná
Time: 9:00 PM Sunday
Admission: Free

Monday (Lunes) October 27, 2014

No Events Planned for Today

Coming Soon

October’s Tuesday of Trova
October 14: Trio Trovemia
October 28: Grupo Cafe Canela

Merida / Valladolid Combined Chorale Concert Wednesday, October 29
You are cordially invited to attend this combined Merida / Valladolid chorale concert of Latin American music. A complementary reception will follow so that you will have an opportunity to meet the members of the choirs.
Location: Casa de los Venados, Valladolid, Yucatan
Time: 9:00 PM
Admission: Free

Halloween Chili Cook Off, Cake Bake Off and Costume Party: October 31, 2014
This is a benefit for No Mas Perritos spay and neuter community program. There will be prizes for the best chili, best costume and best cake.
Location: At the Bull Pen in Chelem
Time: 6:30 PM
Admission: $100 pesos for everyone

Second Annual Seaside Rotary Golf Classic Saturday, November 1
This is Seaside Rotary’s major fundraiser with all event proceeds going to support charitable programs and initiatives in the Playa del Carmen community. The tournament will be a non-handicap scramble” with a luncheon and Gala Prize ceremony following. Do visit their website to see some of the amazing prizes that have been donated by the sponsors.
Location: Grand Coral Rivera Maya Golf Club in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo: carretera federal cancun tulum, 77712 Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
Time: 8:00 AM in UTC-06
Registration Fee: $1500 pesos/ Golfer, $1200 pesos/ FMG Member, 20% Discount for Foursomes. You may pay with your PayPal, debit or credit card.
Register Online at Seaside Rotary Golf Classic.

Merida Gallery Tour 2014, Sundays: November 2 and December 7
Design your own tour of 12 participating art galleries in Centro, Merida. Begin anywhere on the following list. The participating galleries include:
1. Galeria Merida, Calle 59 #452A x 52 y 54, Centro (Mejorada)
2. Juan Pablo Bavio: Estudio-Galeria, Calle 59 # 536 x 66 y 68, Centro (Santiago)
3. Anonimo: Venta de Arte, Calle 57 # 552 x 66 y 68, Centro (Santiago)
4. Centro Cultural y Artistico La Bodega, Calle 70 # 470 x 55 y 55A, Centro (Santiago)
5. Galeria Le Cirque, Calle 55A # 538 x 68 y 70, Centro (Santiago)
6. Galeria La Eskalera, Calle 70 # 474B x 57 y 59, Centro (Santiago)
7. Luis Coral: Estudio-Galeria, Calle 72 # 555 Depto. 2 x 57 y 55, Centro (Santiago)
8. Posada Ecochic La Pantera Negra, Calle 67 # 547B x 68 y 70, Centro (San Juan)
9. Galeria Amapola, Calle 66 # 604 x 75 y 77, Centro (Ermita)
10. Tendejon del Arte, Calle 62 # 570 x 71 y 73, Centro (San Juan)
11. Galeria in La Kech, Calle 60 # 595A x 73 y 75, Centro (San Juan)
12. Calle Estampa, Calle 60 # 582A x 73 y 75, Centro (San Juan)
This tour is supported by the City Council of Merida.
Location: Self-guided tour of art galleries in Centro
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. First Sundays: Nov. 2 and Dec. 7.
Admission: Free + complimentary refreshments provided by gallery owners

VI Annual Merida Showcase of Homes Sunday, November 9
This event is a major fundraiser for Fundacion BAI A.C. (Brazos Abiertos Yucatan). It is a self-guided tour of seven of the most beautiful homes in Merida’s Historical Centro. These restored colonial homes represent the work of seven of the best architects in Yucatan and each is a “must see” treasure. Brazos Abiertos works to provide education and be a catalyst for change in order to prevent HIV/AIDS, and to help stop the stigma that the virus still carries in many circles. They provide free classes and free counseling. All proceeds will be used for their programs in Yucatan. Yucatan Living is one of the sponsors of this very worthy and well-run event.
Location: Starting point: Hennessy’s Irish Pub on Paseo de Montejo x Calle 41 y 43, Centro.
Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Admission: Tickets: General: $300 pesos, Students: $150 pesos. Tickets include a complimentary drink at the end at either Hennesseys or Casa de las Torres, and a complimentary drink at Cantina La Negrita during the tour. Tickets are currently on sale at Hennessy’s Irish Pub, Cantina La Negrita, Restaurante Unico, Robert Abuda Salon, or by phone at (999) 292-8436. For more information, visit Fundacion BAI A.C. online.

ARTE a MANO AANY Expo - November 14, 15, & 16
This year’s exciting show represents over 70 masters of the finest in Yucatecan art and handcrafted treasures.
Location: CONACO, Av. Itzaes # 273 x 31 y 33, Three blocks from Clinica de Merida
Time: Preview on Nov. 14 at 5 PM, Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM to 7 PM
Admission: TBA

Chamber Orchestra of Merida - October 19, November 23
This performance is under the direction of Russel Montanez Coronado. This small orchestra is one of the best of its size that we have ever heard.
Location: Auditorium of the Olimpo
Time: 6:00 PM
Admission: Free

Yucadanz: Monthly Contra Dance in Merida - First Dance: Saturday, November 22
When is a square dance not square? You're just going to love this new dance in town. Contra dance is a community “barn dance”, where everyone socializes and dances with everyone else. We love their energy and hope that everyone will give contra dance a whirl. Everyone is welcome!
Location: Tumaka't Dance Studio, Calle 51 #475-A x 52 y 54 (blue building, middle of block), Centro
Time: Beginner Class in Spanish: 7:00 PM, Beginner Class in English: 7:30 PM, Contra dance: 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Admission: Bring your own refreshments and water, no alcohol at the dance. $50-$100 pesos donation requested. Proceeds benefit Tumaka't, a nonprofit arts group, and to establish a fund for live music. Read this great page on the Yucadanz website!
Additional Dates:
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Saturday, January 17, 2015
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Saturday, April 11, 2015

Miraculous Medal Race - November 23
This running event is open to the general public and is being held as a benefit for the Chelem Chapel. The course is approximately 14 miles long. Prizes to be announced. Categories include: free, master, submaster, male and female veterans, and veterans plus wheel chair. There will also be additional events, such as 5K hikes, walks. This event is under the direction of the Institute of Sport (IDEY).
Location: Chelem, Progreso, Yucatan (start and finish at the church)
Time: TBA
Admission: $100 pesos

Fourth National and International Jose Jacinto Cuevas Piano Competition: November 21-29
Competition is tough here, but the best of the best come to Merida and they are all winners in our book! You can find out more at their website here.
Location: Teatro Felipe Carrillo Puerto
Time: Opening Ceremony: Friday, Nov. 21, 2014, 8:00 PM.
First stage of competition: Saturday, Nov. 22, 10:00 AM. Additional competitions will be announced throughout the week, with the awards ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014. No times have been announced, as yet, for any of the events except the opening ceremony and first stage of competition.
Admission: Free

Bird-a-thon Xocch’ich: November 21 through 23
The biggest birdwatching competition on the Yucatan Peninsula. More Information as it becomes available. Mark your calendars!

Live, Love, Laugh
A full day of fun, interactive presentations, demonstrations and workshops by several holistic health practitioners. The universe is energy. You live in and use energy in everything you do from your thoughts, your movements and in your emotional and spiritual life. Our goal is to help you use this energy to get the best out of your life. Presenters will include Barbara Harris, Astrea Geertsema, Elizabeth Arnott, Julie Chickadel-Cardena and Nancy Hokenson.
Date: November 23
Location: Flow Holistic Center, Calle 79 #191 A, Montes de Ame, Merida
Tickets : $350 pesos. You can purchase your tickets at Flow Center or contact Barb Harris 999 193 4669 or email Barbarajoanharris@gmail.com or from one of the facilitators.

Benefit: The Oasis Red Ribbon Charity Ball - Nov. 29, 2014
This lavish event will open the festive season on the terrace of one of Merida’s most spectacular homes. The event will be a be a fundraiser for Oasis San Juan de Dios AC, a shelter for people affected by HIV/AIDS who have no resources and no family to care for them. Live music and dancing will follow the scrumptious dessert bar. A raffle and live auction will add to the merry-making.
Location: At a private residence in Merida, TBA
Time: TBA
Admission: $1,000 pesos per person. Limit 150 people. A buffet dinner and a full open bar (all drinks are included in the ticket price).

VI Full Moon Jazz Festival February 6
This event is the major fundraiser for Telchac Education. This program continues to sponsor children in school in the Telchac area and they are thriving. Three fabulous bands, dancing, the food court and full bar await you on the beach Many thanks to all of the sponsors and to everyone who participates in this Jazz Festival.
Location: Villas Wayak, km 25.5 Progreso - Telchac Road
Time: This is an all day and into the night event
Admission: Free but please come prepared to purchase food and drinks, and - we hope - to make a donation and/or sponsor a child in the Telchac Education Program.

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