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Meetings & Lectures
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
This week’s meeting features past UU president Lee Veal on “Omniscience vs. Free Will.” Have you ever heard someone say, “Well, it just wasn’t meant to be?” Veal says he has heard that hundreds of times, but it does not fit his belief system about a divine plan. What is at the center of someone’s core theological beliefs (God, Allah, Yahweh or whatever) that leads them to say such things? He’ll present some ideas about omniscience, free will and whether a divine plan by an omniscient deity controls our every move, decision, or seemingly random outcome.
The UU Fellowship meets every Sunday at 10:30am at La Posada de la Aldea, Ancha de San Antonio 15. Visitors are invited to attend the service and then join the UUs in the hotel restaurant for brunch.
Midday Rotary Club
On Tuesday, June 30, Midday Rotary celebrates the changing of the guard. Gary Peterson will be sworn in as the new president along with the rest of the 2009–10 board. Dr. Salvador Quiroz, a Rotarian himself, will do the honors.
Departing President David Bossman, on his last day in office, presents his End-of-Year Report. All 33,000 International Rotary clubs change officers on July 1 of each year.
Sibyl Lee-English, a part-time San Miguel resident and popular jazz recording artist, presents her rendition of “Autumn Leaves.” Having performed at the San Miguel Jazz Festival, Lee-English has a big following here and in the States. Bryan Townsend accompanies her on the guitar.
The Rotary Club of San Miguel de Allende-Midday meets Tuesdays at Hotel Real de Minas, intersection of calles Ancha de San Antonio and Stirling Dickinson. Check-in time is 12–12:15pm and the meeting starts promptly at 12:30. Visit
www.rotarysma.org for more information.
Lions Club International
Annette Goodheart, Ph.D. has specialized in applying laughter to psychotherapy and coaching since 1970, as detailed in her book, Laughter Therapy. She has led workshops and seminars in 14 countries and has appeared on NPR, BBC and Oprah. Her short talk with the Lions Club is set for Thursday, July 2.
The Lions Club meets every first and third Thursday at Don Quijote restaurant, Prolongación de Pila Seca 55. Check in time is 12:30pm and the meeting begins at 1pm. You may order from the special menu and parking is ample. For additional information, contact Chuck Yeager at 152-0916.
Tours & Excursions
Saturday Adventure Tours
The tours benefit the Centro de Crecimiento school for disabled children and leave the Jardín, across from the Parroquia, at 10:30am.
Botanical Garden Tour
A guided tour in English of El Charco del Ingenio each Tuesday and Thursday, 10am–12:30pm, is a fun and informative activity for people of all ages. Entry is 30 pesos (waived for members) and the tour is 50 pesos. Wear a hat and closed shoes. A shuttle is available now from the corner of Juárez and San Francisco, leaving at 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm. Return trips are available, 11am–5pm. The cost is 20 pesos per person per trip. Reservations are not necessary. Information:
www.elcharco.org or email nzerriffi@yahoo.com.
Bernal/Querétaro field trip
On Saturday, July 4, at 9am, Instituto Allende’s weekly field trip heads to the quaint village of Bernal and then to the city of Querétaro. Bernal boasts a significant landmark in a towering boulder that looms over the village. Local weavers produce wool blankets, sweaters, wall hangings, shawls, vests, rugs and pillowcases. The town also is renowned for semiprecious stones.
Afterwards it’s off to nearby Querétaro, with stops at the famous Aqueduct, the Cementerio de los Hombres Illustres, the Plaza de Armas and the city’s centerpiece, the Villa del Villar del Aquila Fountain. Also on the schedule are Queretaro’s popular outdoor market, a walking tour through colonial streets, a visit to the Hill of the Bells, the Benito Juárez Monument and the Chapel of Archduke Maximilian. Cost for the all-inclusive trip is US$65. Native-speaking, bilingual guides lead all tours in a safe environment. Reservations are a must and fees must be paid in advance. For more information, visit Ancha de San Antonio 20, or call 152-0226.
Each Wednesday at 4pm, Instituto offers a free preview lecture on the upcoming weekend’s field trip.
Performances & Events
Democrats Abroad 4th of July Party
The San Miguel Democrats Abroad 4th of July Party has become a tradition in San Miguel for the American community. This year’s menu features hot dogs, hamburgers, potato salad, coleslaw, carrot cake and brownies. Tickets also include music and unique raffles. A cash bar will be available.
The fourth annual party will be held in the gardens of the Hotel Real de Minas on Saturday, July 4, 1–5pm.
Tickets at US$15 or 200 pesos are available from Border Crossings, La Conexión (Aldama location only) and Solutions.
Singles Social Group
San Miguel Wednesday Social Group meets at Restaurant Bacco, Hotel Sautto, Hernández Macías 59. Singles, couples and anyone interested in meeting new people are welcome every Wednesday, 5:30–7:30pm, for 2-for-1 national drinks, delicious Mexican botanas and lively conversation.
Films & Videos
Meditation Center
The Meditation Center of San Miguel presents a dharma video of Carol Wilson, a teacher in the Vipassana tradition, Thursday, July 2, at 5:30pm at Callejon Blanco 4. Presentations of the Center are offered free of charge. Donations are gratefully accepted.
Carol Wilson says:, “What I most love in my teaching practice is seeing students become dedicated to their own liberation. The mindfulness teachings of the Buddha are among the more direct, practical meditation techniques that we can cultivate. My focus is on sharing these practices in an accessible, down-to-earth way.”
Answer to Food Quiz: Garbanzos or Chickpeas
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