BajaNomad - 2nd Annual Jammin' For The Animals Benefit Concert in Todos Santos

2nd Annual Jammin' For The Animals Benefit Concert in Todos Santos

BCSTech - 1-10-2009 at 05:59 PM

Where Else Can You Hear So Much Good Music in One Place on One Day?

In addition to musicians Miguel De Hoyos and Alex Depue, we're pleased to announce the addition of the following musicians and groups to this year's 2nd Annual "Jammin' For The Animals" Benefit Concert at 12 PM on Sunday, January 25th, 2009 at La Cañada Del Diablo in Todos Santos.

Our current Line Up includes:

Miguel De Hoyos and Alex Depue
Tracy Monk Durland
Clacson
James Currie
En Medio Del Ritmo

More Acts To Be Announced Soon...

Once again this year, we'll be serving pizza from La Buena Vida Restaurant, available whole or by the slice. We'll also have Door Prizes throughout the day, and a special "50/50" Raffle where one lucky winner will collect 50% of the Raffle pot, and the other 50% will go to the Jammin' Fundraiser. Last year, one lucky winner went home with over $300 Dlls. cash!

For those who would like to stay overnight for the event, we'll also be announcing special room rates with sponsoring hotels in our area.

"Jammin' For The Animals" tickets are $130 Pesos/$13 Dollars in Advance, or $150 Pesos/$15 Dollars at the Door. Ticket locations to be announced later this week, but you can easily make advance reservations online at our "Jammin" Website at http://www.bajawesternonion.com/jammin.asp, or by sending an Email to Maryann Douglas at Maryann (-at-) BajaWesternOnion.com.

Please visit the "Jammin' For The Animals" page for the latest program, news and updates, or to make advance reservations online: http://www.bajawesternonion.com/jammin.asp.

"Jammin' For The Animals" is a non-profit benefit effort to raise funds to support animal rescue efforts in the communities of Todos Santos and Pescadero. Area musicians and volunteers will be donating their time and energy to come together to treat you to a full afternoon of food, fun and entertainment.

To volunteer to play, or for more information, please visit the website at http://www.bajawesternonion.com/jammin.asp, or Email Alan Thompson as soon as possible at alan (-at-) BajaWesternOnion.com.

Best Regards,

Alan Thompson, Publisher
Baja Western Onion

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CaboRon - 1-10-2009 at 06:07 PM

I had a great time last year and plan on attending again !!

CaboRon

The Gull - 1-10-2009 at 06:24 PM

With declining economic conditions and increasing poverty for Mexican nationals, it is typical of Americans to organize and support a fund raiser for animals.

BCSTech - 1-10-2009 at 06:50 PM

And typical to sit back and dis others' efforts to help that don't fit exactly with your own agenda? C'mon...

Are you saying we should all just let the animals "breed like cats," starve, suffer and die simply because they're not "Mexican Nationals (I thought they were)?" All creatures great and small are God's creatures and deserve our help. Every year, we use the money raised to help spay, neuter, medicate and feed animals that belong to Mexican Nationals so they don't have to pay for it themselves. I fail to see how this doesn't help Mexican Nationals.

We all do what we can to help out wherever we can. There are lots of other benefits in Todos Santos to help Mexican Nationals and we participate in those as well.

If you want to do something to help the Mexican Nationals yourself, great! Do whatever you can in whatever way you can, but don't just sit back and snipe at others' efforts to help, especially in "times of declining economic conditions and increasing poverty for Mexican nationals."

[Edited on 1-11-2009 by BCSTech]

Marie-Rose - 1-10-2009 at 09:10 PM

Totally agree with you Allan. We are so lucky here in TS to have a large group of people who volunteer for the "whole" community. Last week it was a huge fund raiser for the palapa society and now we are so looking forward to a fund raiser for the animals.

:bounce:

2-tie-dye-4 - 1-10-2009 at 11:29 PM

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Originally posted by The Gull
With declining economic conditions and increasing poverty for Mexican nationals, it is typical of Americans to organize and support a fund raiser for animals.

I wonder how fundraising for the animals is taking away from anything or anyone else??? Maybe you should start a fundraiser for your particular preference in saving the world. And, maybe you have. But darlin, you got too much time on your hands if you have nothing better to do than dis another's effort to help ANYTHING. And, I guess I can say the same for myself, cuz I just dissed your effort of dissing.

Acuity - 1-11-2009 at 08:35 AM

1. The event is probably the best musical event of the year
2. While I, personally, am not an animal person, it makes sense even to me to have an effective spa and neuter program working here
3. I applaud the organizers for running this event again!

Don't miss it if you are anywhere near TS!

4 more sleeps!!!

Marie-Rose - 1-21-2009 at 11:26 AM

www.bajawesternonion.com/jammin.asp

Check it out... I believe there are now 10 acts scheduled.

Hope to meet more Nomads.
Cabo Ron... heard you might be volunteering with something to do with sound????
Is there anyone else planning to attend?

The Gull - 1-21-2009 at 02:16 PM

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Originally posted by 2-tie-dye-4

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Originally posted by The Gull
With declining economic conditions and increasing poverty for Mexican nationals, it is typical of Americans to organize and support a fund raiser for animals.

Nothing like being judgmental, huh darlin'? What is the natural extension of this effort, "save the cucurracha"?

Me too

Dave - 1-21-2009 at 02:40 PM

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Originally posted by 2-tie-dye-4
I wonder how fundraising for the animals is taking away from anything or anyone else???

I guess your wealth and charity have no limits.

Lucky you. :rolleyes:

BCSTech - 1-21-2009 at 06:15 PM

So no benefits unless they're "your kind" of benefit?

BTW, when are you scheduling your benefit?

bajabound2005 - 1-21-2009 at 06:37 PM

Wish we could be there! Don't miss DePue and De Hoiyas....OUTSTANDING ENTERTAINERS!

Didn't say that

Dave - 1-22-2009 at 05:39 AM

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Originally posted by BCSTech
So no benefits unless they're "your kind" of benefit?

Only that charitable contributions are finite.

Jammin' For The Animals Tickets Still Available

BCSTech - 1-22-2009 at 06:18 AM

Tickets are 130 pesos in advance and 150 pesos at the door on the day of the event. Tickets can be purchased in advance at El Tecolote Book Store in downtown Todos Santos, at La Esquina in El Otro Lado, on online at http://www.bajawesternonion.com/jammin.asp

We're pleased to announce our final line up of volunteer musicians for this year:

Miguel De Hoyos and Alex DePue
Derek Buckner • Tracy Durland and Lars Pointer
En Medio Del Ritmo • Dave De La Valle and Jesse Hamilton
Greg Kitchel • Marpessa • Curvas Peligrosas
Dominique Sawyer and The Home Wreckers • Daryl Currie

"Jammin' For The Animals" will be held this Sunday, Jan 25th at La Cañada Del Diablo in Todos Santos. Doors open at 12 PM. Pizza, beer and wine available for purchase.

Visit the Jammin' website for latest information, or to make advance reservations online:

http://www.bajawesternonion.com/jammin.asp

[Edited on 1-22-2009 by BCSTech]

The Gull - 1-22-2009 at 07:32 AM

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Originally posted by Dave

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Originally posted by BCSTech
So no benefits unless they're "your kind" of benefit?

Only that charitable contributions are finite.

Dave, You know you cannot convince a zealot that they have missed the mark. They will revel in the joy of having known they spayed a dog, while misery among humans goes unchecked. Let them feel good handing out money to a cat. It is soul cleansing for many.

BCSTech - 1-22-2009 at 07:38 AM

BTW, when are you scheduling your benefit to help relieve human misery?

mtgoat666 - 1-22-2009 at 07:45 AM

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Originally posted by The Gull
With declining economic conditions and increasing poverty for Mexican nationals, it is typical of Americans to organize and support a fund raiser for animals.

Hey Gull,
Tell us what you have done recently to assist the less fortunate (human or animal)

Yeah, Gull

Dave - 1-22-2009 at 10:23 AM

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Originally posted by BCSTech
BTW, when are you scheduling your benefit to help relieve human misery?

Tell us about the food and festivities... Who's performing?

Are you gonna have a raffle?

BajaOnion - 1-22-2009 at 01:51 PM

If you go to our web site www.bajawesternonion.com and click on jammin' for the animals you will see all the details. We have some awesome door prizes and also a 50/50 raffle. Last year the winner of the 50/50 took home over $300 U.S. We have a terrific line up of musicians. Last year over 200 attended - we have every reason to think it will be even bigger this year - so come early. See you there!!!

The Gull - 1-22-2009 at 05:41 PM

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Originally posted by mtgoat666[/i

Hey Gull,
Tell us what you have done recently to assist the less fortunate (human or animal)

I dropped a peso into your cup when I spotted you on the curb yesterday. Keep up the good work, mount-a-goat. Good stalking of my posts.

The Gull - 1-22-2009 at 05:49 PM

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Originally posted by Dave

Tell us about the food and festivities... Who's performing?

Are you gonna have a raffle?

Dave, glad you asked. I am hosting the "Help The Gull" perennial event. Unfortunately, only animals are invited.

Something I recall from an earlier time about the Lord helping those who help themselves. Wonder how that fits into giving cash to dogs and cats.

I still will find a way to drop a coin into mount-a-goat's cup when I see him on the roadside.

bajabound2005 - 1-22-2009 at 06:16 PM

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Originally posted by Acuity

2. While I, personally, am not an animal person, it makes sense even to me to have an effective spa and neuter program working here

Don't miss it if you are anywhere near TS!

If there is a spa & Neuter Clinic, we're there! Can I get a facial?

DENNIS - 1-22-2009 at 06:59 PM

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Originally posted by bajabound2005
If there is a spa & Neuter Clinic, we're there! Can I get a facial?

At a Spa 'n Neuter clinic? A facial?

The Gull - 1-22-2009 at 07:26 PM

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Originally posted by DENNIS

Quote:

Originally posted by bajabound2005
If there is a spa & Neuter Clinic, we're there! Can I get a facial?

At a Spa 'n Neuter clinic? A facial?

No, only hot waxes.

Gaucho - 1-22-2009 at 07:43 PM

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Originally posted by DENNIS

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Originally posted by bajabound2005
If there is a spa & Neuter Clinic, we're there! Can I get a facial?

At a Spa 'n Neuter clinic? A facial?

Bajabound was making a joke...it's not "spa n' neuter", it's "spay and neuter" :lol:

BCSTech - 1-22-2009 at 09:46 PM

Thanks for the hijacking. Appreciate the frequent bumps to the top, right up through Sunday...

:lol:

Gaucho - 1-22-2009 at 10:58 PM

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Originally posted by BCSTech
Thanks for the hijacking. Appreciate the frequent bumps to the top, right up through Sunday...

:lol:

BCSTech, I wish I could be down there this Sunday. It really sounds like alot of fun and a very worthy cause. :yes:

BCSTech - 1-23-2009 at 05:08 AM

Sorry you can't make it.

We're going to make videos, take photos, and possibly make an audio recording. We put the videos up on YouTube and on the Jammin' website. Here's some videos of Alex and Miguel for those of you who can't attend or haven't heard these guys:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CyKovkPuXM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SphUzlEHQ9w

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMk6uwA6BGY

Here's Alex on his own doing Owner of The Lonely Heart:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIMnXyr1kf8

The Gull - 1-23-2009 at 07:09 AM

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Originally posted by BCSTech
Thanks for the hijacking. Appreciate the frequent bumps to the top, right up through Sunday...

:lol:

You're welcome. The others never caught on, did they? Have a good event. Arf, arf, meow.

woody with a view - 1-23-2009 at 07:13 AM

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I still will find a way to drop a coin into mount-a-goat's cup when I see him on the roadside.

i hope you guys never consummate your relationship...it's just too much fun as it is now!!!

mtgoat666 - 1-23-2009 at 07:34 AM

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Originally posted by The Gull
I am hosting the "Help The Gull" perennial event. Unfortunately, only animals are invited.

I still will find a way to drop a coin into mount-a-goat's cup when I see him on the roadside.

sorry bird boy, this animal has no interest in your animal party, as you seem to be obsessed with having sex with barn yard animals. i think mrbillm would like your party.

BCSTech - 1-23-2009 at 07:43 AM

Fellas, please, start a new thread!

The Gull - 1-23-2009 at 08:09 AM

Hey Tech, keep on truckin' but don't try to regulate.

Here is the normal posting for the board - a dog picture for your enjoyment.

What kind of clinic?

[Edited on 1-23-2009 by The Gull]

BCSTech - 1-23-2009 at 09:21 AM

That was funny, Right There!

Could Use Help With The PA System

BCSTech - 1-24-2009 at 05:29 PM

After a couple of weeks trying to scare up a PA system with little success, I'm making a last-minute request. If anybody near Todos Santos has a good set of PA speakers for tomorrow, we could really use them.

We have a loaned pair to use if needed but they are really wimpy and we could use some help. If you have a pair we could use, or know someone who does, I promise we'll take good care of them, and you'll get lots credit in the Baja Western Onion as an Official Sponsor.

Reply to this post or send me an Email to alan (-at-) Baja1.com, or call me at 805 598 7908 (US) or 612 145 0791 (MX) and leave a message with Maryann.

Gaucho - 1-24-2009 at 08:54 PM

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Originally posted by BCSTech
After a couple of weeks trying to scare up a PA system with little success, I'm making a last-minute request. If anybody near Todos Santos has a good set of PA speakers for tomorrow, we could really use them.

We have a loaned pair to use if needed but they are really wimpy and we could use some help. If you have a pair we could use, or know someone who does, I promise we'll take good care of them, and you'll get lots credit in the Baja Western Onion as an Official Sponsor.

Reply to this post or send me an Email to alan (-at-) Baja1.com, or call me at 805 598 7908 (US) or 612 145 0791 (MX) and leave a message with Maryann.

I would call Cabo Wabo and see if they have a set you can borrow. Or maybe the Gringo Gazette people at Scoop. Worth a try! :rolleyes:

Thanks so much!

BCSTech - 2-1-2009 at 06:45 AM

We finally got some good PA speakers the morning of the event, thanks to David De La Valle, one of the volunteer musicians. BTW, nice music, Dave!

And thank you to everyone for making this year's 2nd Annual "Jammin' For The Animals" an even bigger success than last year, and who made this event possible:

Our Musicians

Miguel De Hoyos and Alex Depue • Darryl Currie • Curvas Peligrosas • Greg Kitchel • Dave De La Valle and Jesse Hamilton • Dominique Sawyer and The Home Wreckers • Tracy Durland • Lars Pointer • Marpessa Mathe • Enrique Eriz

Our Sponsors, Donors and Supporters

Barbara Perkins and La Cañada Del Diablo • El Tecolote Book Store • La Esquina • Bob Bentley and Casa Bentley • Marilyn Martin and Flora Del Mar • Jenny Armit and Hotelito • Sharon and Harry Morris and Serendipity • Il Giardino Restaurant • The Napa Valley Lawyers • Caroline • Peace and Loaf Bakery • Mangos Gifts • Sara Rutowski • Gail McAllister Jewelry • Miro • La Jardinera

Our Volunteers

Andrea Gardner • Vik Kirby • Ron Litz • Bill Herrera • Kaia Thompson • Peter Lepine • Ann Boswall • MarieRose Hagen • Susan McPherson • Barbara Fleming • Elizabeth Sudlow • Norm and Carol Weill • Tamara Vega • Zandra Frame • Jan Turner • Anita Harris • Marilyn Martin • Jenny Armit • Wendy Raines • Angelique Schorenstein • Janet Howey • Marimar Higgins • The Staff at La Cañada Del Diablo: Pedro, Victor and Maria

We'll post photos and videos from the event soon on the "Jammin' For The Animals" Website at: http://www.bajawesternonion.com/jammin.asp

2009 Jammin' For The Animals Photos

BCSTech - 2-1-2009 at 07:10 AM

From The Baja Western Onion - For those of you who attended the "Jammin' for the animals" concert Sunday and had a great time listening to some suberb music with friends - and those who didn't come but are curious to see what they missed - I've posted some rough proofs of photos of the performances and some of the audience enjoying themselves in their own ways in a 4 page album - the link is below.

http://acuity.smugmug.com/gallery/7195947_UJXGg#462143034_XUiFo

You can click on any photo and a larger version will appear in the right hand panel. Mouse over and you will be given a choice of size to display. Note there are 4 pages in all, and to see them all you have to navigate pages using the navigation element on the left near the top. Or you can just select “slideshow” and it will run through them all! Enjoy! - Vic Kirby, vickirby (-at-) telusplanet.net, 145-0586, Todos Santos