He was finally defeated by Gen. Obregon in 1920 and returned to private life as a rancher. But in the midst of renewed political instability, he was assassinated in an ambush in Chihuahua on July 20, 1923.
Wed 11 - Fri 13
Festival of San Antonio
San Antonio Pochutla
A traditional coast fiesta featuring parades, dances, a rodeo and the
lighting of the castillo, a tower affixed with fireworks in a
traditional display of pyrotechnic magic.
San Antonio is located on the main coast highway to Pochutla at the road that leads to Mazunte, site of the Mexican Turtle Center. Other towns and neighborhoods in the region named for this saint will also celebrate during these days.
Sun 15
Father's Day
Mom had her special day last month, now dad gets a turn. Dad's Day
Soccer Tournament, organized by Radio Esmeralda at the Town Hall Esplanade
(Agencia Municipal).
Sat 21
First Day of Summer
If you're keeping score, it officially begins at 2:10 p.m.
Sat 21
Anniversary of Founding of San Pedro Mixtepec
The administrative center of the county that includes most of Puerto
Escondido celebrates the 374th anniversary of its founding today with a
civic ceremony and cultural program. Details unavailable at press time
6 p.m. Municipal Plaza, San Pedro Mixtepec.
Sun 22 - Wed 25
Festival of St. John the Baptist
Santos Reyes Nopala
This important center of Chatino culture is always an interesting place
to visit especially during one of its traditional fiestas. This issue we
focus on this ancient town, which will celebrate several major festivals
this month, including this one, a "horse fiesta" which includes
processions of young people on horseback and animated horse races that
have roots in pre-colombian religious rituals. See our story on Santos
Reyes Nopala.
Fri 27
Our Lady of Perpetual Sorrow
An important religious observance in many communities, including Santa
Maria Colotepec and the fore-mentioned Santos Reyes Nopala.
Fri 27 - Tue 29
Festival of Saint Peter the Apostle
San Pedro Mixtepec
The annual patron saint fiesta begins with the convite and calenda,
processions through the streets of the town to invite participation in
the celebration. Led by a brass band and huge papier-mache puppets,
there's dancing and a festive ambiance.
There will also be sports events, the jaripeo rodeo, the castillo fireworks display and dances. Other communities in the area celebrate this saint's day for this apostle and for St. Paul, including Pochutla and Tutútepec. In Santos Reyes Nopala, it is cause for another "horse fiesta".
Sat 28
Art Opening:
"Flashes of Water " watercolors by Alicia Medina Jiménez. The show will
run through July 12. Opening Reception for the artist: 7 p.m., Galeria
Diana, calle 1a Oriente # 207, 582-0880
Mon 30
"La Noche Triste"
In 1520 Aztec troops led by Cuitláhuac attacked Spanish forces killing
400 Spaniards and 2,000 Indians loyal to them, forcing Cortes and the
survivors to flee the city of Tenochtitlan. The attack came in response
to the brutal slaughter of hundreds of Aztec nobles participating in
religious rites in the temple. Legend has it that the distraught Cortes
wept beneath an ahuehuete tree over la Noche Triste, Night of Sorrow.
Sunday July 6
Election Day
This is a national election to select federal deputies. Be aware that
the "Dry Law" will be in effect. This means that from midnight on
Friday, July 4 until midnight Sunday, bars, restaurants and stores are
prohibited from selling alcohol.