February 2020 Palapa Society News
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In this issue: Celebrate SEP Certification, hear from Palapa students,
and get your tickets for the 11
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Annual Artist Open Studio Tour!
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Our Prepatoria is Officially SEP Certified
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What is SEP Certification? It is a Big Deal! SEP stands for SecretarÃa de EducacÃon Pública, which is a cabinet-level department of the federal government of Mexico, responsible for the development and implementation of national educational policy and school standards for public and private schools. It takes an enormous amount of work to adhere to its strict requirements for school campus creation and maintenance, teacher development, student curriculum, and more.
The Palapa Secundaria (Middle) School was granted SEP Certification in 2017, and we are proud to announce that Edgar Polanco, Director of University Studies and High School, granted SEP Certification to The Palapa Prepatoria (High) School last month. Congratulations to Juan Diego González, Director of The Palapa School, and Palapa Society Board Members Erick Ochoa, Hal Butler, and Cindy Higgins for their tireless and extraordinary efforts. This is a big milestone in the history of The Palapa Society.
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from the students of The Palapa School Leadership Club
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Announcing The Real Society's Practice and Game Schedule
By Palapa Student Dulce R.
The Real Society fútbol team practices every Monday and Thursday from 5:00-6:30pm at Las Tierritas campo de fútbol between Calle Manguito and Calle Horizonte in the Las Flores neighborhood in Todos Santos. Games are every Wednesday.
Come support the team at practice and at the official matches! On January 29
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, Bayern LF faces The Real Society at Las Tierritas at 5:00 pm. We are recruiting more players, and interested students may receive more information at any upcoming practice. We are also looking for a photographer to volunteer at one or more games. Get in touch with us at
info@palapasociety.org
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The Importance of Clay Work
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In the after school Art program, instructors Jill Mollenhauer and Doug West have moved on from figure drawing and are now teaching the students how to work with clay.
This natural medium allows budding artists to develop their motor skills while learning to express their creativity.
"Create with the heart; build with the mind." - Criss Jami
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Call for Palapa Adult English Teachers
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Due to increased student enrollments, the Adult English program at The Palapa Learning Center is looking for 2 more volunteers to teach in the evenings. Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday 6:00-7:30pm. The ability to speak basic Spanish is helpful but not a requirement. All materials are included. Contact Director Kate Lewis at
adultenglish@palapasociety.org
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Enrollment for the 2020-21 Palapa School year begins this month. To learn more about the enrollment process, join us at our upcoming Informational meetings. Dates will be posted on The Palapa Society, A.C. Facebook.
Follow us on Facebook
or email us at
info@palapasociety.org
to learn more.
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11
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Annual Artist Open Studio Tour
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During this event you will learn more about The Palapa Society, have a chance to purchase art donated from local artists on the tour to help support educational programs at our school. Music by The Gypsy Carpenters.
Over the weekend you will have a behind-the-scenes look of your favorite artists during the Todos Santos Open Studio Tour.
On February 8 & 9
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you can
meet the artists in their private studios and galleries,
learn about their creative process, and purchase their works. This year we have over 41 studios on the tour. Make sure to visit our
website
and view the works of our featured artists. This can also help you to plan your weekend tour. Only $300 MXN for 2 days of touring local studios.
Tickets available in Todos Santos at El Tecolote bookstore and Todos Santos Brewing, or scroll down to purchase tickets via Eventbrite.
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Palapa Society Events 2020 Season
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Sat, Feb 8, 2020 10:00 AM MST
11th Annual Todos Santos Open Studio Tour
Todos Santos,
Todos Santos
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February 7, 8 & 9, 2020:
11th Annual Todos Santos Open Studio Tour
Listing of Weekend Events
Wine & Cheese Sneak Peek
Friday, Feb. 7, 2020
6:00 PM
$150 MXN
Palapa Learning Center
Todos Santos Open Studio Tour
Feb. 8 & 9, 2020
Saturday & Sunday
10 am – 4 pm
$300 MXN
TOST Presents: An Evening of Music with
John Paul Jones, Miguel Ochoa and Friends
SOLD OUT
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020
7:00 PM
Doce Cuarenta
If you are a ticket holder, please watch your
email for important updates!
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SOLD OUT – A Night of Music with John Paul Jones, Miguel Ochoa and Friends
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Thank you to musicians John Paul Jones and Miguel Ochoa for this special event to raise funds for The Palapa Society’s educational programs. On February 8
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, they will perform traditional Mexican songs with their friends from Mexico City and Todos Santos in an intimate setting at Doce Cuarenta Café.
The low-ticket prices are an incredible gift to local residents with the goal of sharing the purpose of The Palapa Society. During the evening we will hold a live art auction, selling limited edition posters autographed by John and Miguel and 50/50 raffle in order to help us to increase our 2020 budgeted expenses.
This event is sold out. Ticket holders should watch their email for important information and updates. Highlights of this evening will be in next month’s Palapa newsletter.
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Sat, Mar 7, 2020 10:00 AM MST
Historic Home Tour of Todos Santos
Casa de Cultura Todos Santos,
Todos Santos
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Sat, Mar 21, 2020 6:00 PM MST
Saturday Night Fever: A Benefit for the Bibloteca Elena Poniatowska
Gallo Azul, Todos Santos,
Todos Santos
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Sweets for Your Sweetie – Buy Truffles, Get Books

Who wouldn’t want to receive a Valentine’s Day gift of homemade chocolates and a book by a favorite author? Join us at the Biblioteca Elena Poniatowska on
Thursday, February 13 from 10am-1pm
to purchase delicious truffles made by the volunteer librarians and load up on used paperbacks for you and your sweetie.
May 17, 2020:
Gastrovino Silent Auction to benefit The Palapa Society of Todos Santos, A.C.
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Special Thank Yous
Diederik
and
Jeanie Lagerwerff
for managing the Carrera 5k water station.
Miguel Ochoa
for bringing the musicians from Mexico City for our special music event.
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Thank you to Our
January Donors
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Andy & Connie Mical
Ardice Farrow
Anonymous
Bill & Cathy Nation
Bonnie Johnston
Cheryl Myers
Chris Miller
Cynthia Fey
Dennis & Nancy Naigle
Glenn & Arlene Eige
Hal & Vickie Butler
Jack Nottingham
James & Deborah Blohm
Jan & Mike Turner
Jane Gehring
Jeanne Cordova & Lynn Ballen
Jim & Patricia Cardillo
Karen Haley
Ken and Susan Churchill
Liane Collins
Margot Hampleman
Marjolean Brugman
Marsh Laird
Michael Ewbank & Barbara Aman
Peter & Pam McIlroy
Scot & Karen Barker
Susane Arnold
Virginia Gollery
Water Ways Baja
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Make A Difference in
a Young Life Today!
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Would you like to help our local youth and become a Palapa Society supporter? Click below to make your donation today.
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