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San Miguel and Atotonilco named World Heritage sites
By Jesús Ibarra July 11, 2008 San Miguel de Allende

Sanmiguelenses braved light rain in the Jardín, on July 7, to celebrate the official announcement of the city of San Miguel de Allende and the Sanctuary of Jesús de Nazareno de Atotonilco achieving United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage status.

Mojigangas (giant puppets), live music and, of course, fireworks and bells ringing marked the auspicious occasion. A message from Mayor Jesus Correa, in Québec, was broadcast on a giant screen. Celebrations continued into the early hours of the morning.

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Community UNC and CASA Six students from the University of North Carolina (UNC) selected CASA to study for four weeks during June. Now they are completing a documentary video.

Special Features What shall I do this summer?, Let’s see—maybe watch Cowgirls and then chat with Tom Robbins afterward. Or go to Casa Jazmin and see Doc Severinsen. Find out what delightful affronts the Ahn Trio are offering to classical music. Sit around the Jardín and watch movies with 80,000 new friends.

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Que Pasa Queeekly guide to arts and entertainment in San Miguel de Allende.

Community Connections Dozens of organizations in San Miguel assist children and families; promote education and schools; provide food, potable water and medical treatment; and even take care of animals and the environment. This section provides descriptions, contacts and information for donors or volunteers.descriptions, contacts and information for donors or volunteers.