Mauricio Trejo published the five actions with which he would start his administration. Although four are still pending, the first, which was to return Montes de Oca street to its original state, has been completed.
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Meet Some of the New Administration’s Directors
Gabriel Arturo Yáñez Saldaña: He has a degree in criminology. He was Director of Security in San Miguel from 2012-2015. Edgar Bautista: He is an architect and was Director of Urban Development from 2011-2015. In this administration he will be the Director of the Municipal Institute for Planning and Sustainable Development. José Luis Pérez: Director of Public Services....
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What is typically done in town in the way of gift giving and tipping during Christmas season?
The Christmas Season is at hand. I want to know what is typically done in town in the way of gift giving and tipping this time of year. I know that folks paid a salary receive something called an “alguinaldo” from their employers that is sort of a year end bonus. Should I additionally give small gifts to house staff and gardeners What would be appropriate gifts? Should I tip the gas delivery people, the trash collectors, etc?
Urban Gallery in San Miguel de Allende
San Miguel de Allende’s Department of Culture and Traditions started the “urban gallery” project through which, in its first edition,...
NEWS
No Rain, New Opportunities
The residents of the Presa Allende area that is currently flooded, have traditionally been making bricks but also flowerpots, and other pottery vessels.
Yes, the festival now returns to the Valley
When the city “stopped” in March 2020, everyone hoped that it would be for two or three weeks, and then everyone would return to the street as if nothing had happened.
ART
Steve Ellis Transforms Copper
Illustrator, painter, sculptor, Steve Ellis traces his career back 45 years when he worked as an illustrator for the aerospace industry.
Cathy Taylor: Artist, Teacher, Mentor
Artist Cathy Taylor and her husband, Scott Simmons, visited San Miguel de Allende in 2015 looking for their forever home.
NGO NEWS
Warmth and Color for SMA Children
A child’s whole demeanor can change. Their eyes light up. It’s transformative. They may ask, “For me?” when they see their bright new blanket.
Jóvenes Adelante–Heading Towards the Finish Line
From initial application to now this has been the journey of Jóvenes Adelante (JA) hopefuls. The remaining 39 will all be interviewed with their families in the penultimate step in our process.
“Baroque. History of a Concept” with Sara Baz
The Franz Mayer Museum brings you the online lecture “Baroque: History of a Concept” on Thur., Mar. 18, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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