Sun 6
Thu 10
Anniversary of the Death of Emiliano Zapata
Lured into a treacherous ambush by Col. Jesús M. Guajardo in Chinameca,
Morelos on April 10, 1919, the untainted hero of the Mexican Revolution
died with ten of his followers.
Time has not diminished the appeal of Zapata nor the power of his political message. Flags are flown at half mast on public buildings.
Thu 10 - Wed 16
1646th Anniversary of Villa Tututepec
At the time of the Spanish conquest (1519-1522), the Oaxacan coastal
region had long been under the control of a Mixtec dynasty based in Tututepec.
San Pedro Tututepec, now known as Villa Tututepec de Melchor Ocampo celebrates this long history of continual population with events this week in this town and in other communities in the county, including the Zapotalito and Chacahua within the Chacahua Lagoon National Park.
Sun 13 - Sun 20
Easter Week
It starts with Palm Sunday observances and culminates in Easter weekend,
the busiest holiday weekend of the year. Apart from the religious
rituals, there are plenty of profane diversions offered to amuse the
horde of visitors, including the Fiesta del Mar, a three-day program of
music and games on the main beach, a beach fiesta at Barra de Colotepec,
and the Ecology and Folkloric Fiesta in Barra de Navidad,
(For more on these and other Holy Week festivities see the story)
Tue 22
Anniversary of the Beginning of the Mexican Conquest
Two years after the discovery of México and 27 years after the discovery
of America, Capt. Hernán Cortés disembarked on Good Friday, 1519 near
what was to become Veracruz to launch the Spanish Conquest of México.
The expedition comprised 11 ships carrying 500 soldiers, two crossbowmen, 13 musketeers, 18 horses, 14 artillery pieces, 109 sailors and 200 Indian guides and bearers.
Cortes called the place Villa Rica de la Vera Cruz, "Rich Town of the True Cross," and founded the first European town in America.
Wed 30
Children's Day
A special day devoted to children was established in México in 1924,
shortly after the Geneva Declaration on the Rights of Children was
issued calling on all the nations of the world to protect and cherish
the young.
It has developed into a kind of Christmas with gifts of candy and toys. Puerto Escondido DIF, a family and child welfare agency and the local FM radio station, Radio Esmeralda, both host toy drives so that needy kids can also enjoy a day of happiness. You can donate toys to either one.
Call the Agencia Municipal at 582-0155 or Radio Esmeralda at 582-0374.
And don't forget your favorite neighborhood urchins.
Coming in May
Thu 1
Labor Day
National Holiday: Banks, government offices and some businesses closed.
Fri 2 - Sat 3
Feast of the Holy Cross
Major religious fiesta celebrated in many communities, but especially
important in Santa Cruz Huatulco and Santos Reyes Nopala.
Sat 3
Bricklayer's Day
Just about every trade or profession in México has a day to recognize
its contribution to society. This one's for all those involved in
construction, a not inconsiderable activity in Puerto Escondido. As it
is also the day of the Holy Cross, crosses are often placed at building
sites. Not very much concrete will be poured today.
Mon 5
Cinco de Mayo
The holiday to celebrate the Mexican victory over the French at the
Battle of Pueblo. Banks, post office, government offices and some
businesses will be closed.