Blues and Arts Fiesta

2012 Blues & Arts Fiesta Promotional Video

2012-02-13T11:47:00.001-08:00

San Felipe 6th Annual Blues & Arts Fiesta in San Felipe Baja California on Saturday March 24, at the El Cortez Hotel on the beautiful Sea of Cortez. Please join us for our sixth year of raising money for those in need. An incredible weekend of world class blues bands, the regions top artists and good times of the beach of Baja. www.bluesandarts.com

Artist Spotlight - R.P. Kidd

2012-02-03T06:00:00.000-08:00

RUST NEVER SLEEPS By R.P. Kidd 2005 Our history is connected to the automobile, transforming society and commerce, mingling our culture. Volumes of our history are linked to that car, a trusted partner in work and adventure, the memory of a special night. As an artist, R.P. Kidd travels extensively, armed always with sketch pad and camera, to that he has added a generator, grinders and

Artist Spotlight - Vickie Rama

2012-02-02T12:19:00.000-08:00

Vickie Rama Self taught crafter--I find it hard to call myself an "Artist". To me that word has always meant Years of being taught (by another person ) to do something special with their hands and tools. I owned a Ceramic Shop in Michigan for 5 years at the young age of 25. then a Porcelain Doll Shop for 25 years..I have done so many crafts over the years that I was shocked to discover that

6th Annual San Felipe Blues and Arts Fiesta

2012-02-01T10:36:00.000-08:00

6th Annual San Felipe Blues and Arts Fiesta Will you be one of the lucky few to say you were there? San Felipe, Baja California will be the backdrop of the highly prestigious Blues and Arts Fiesta. This is the event where music and art become one; and to make it even more appealing the concert will be on the beach by the Sea of Cortez, the most prominent symbol of the Baja Peninsula. San

Artist Spotlight - Band It

2012-01-30T11:43:00.000-08:00

Band It Marianne Clagett lives year round in San Felipe since moving here from Auburn, CA. She resides in El Dorado Ranch where she works on her sewing and crafting, a lifelong passion. On the prompting of two friends in Baja, Bandits themselves, she began “Band It”, a unique approach to hat bands to adorn straw and oversized hats. This success prompted her to expand her creativity to

Musician Spotlight - The Backwater Blues Band

2012-01-30T10:24:00.000-08:00

The Backwater Blues Band is one of San Diego's premiere Blues Bands in the styles of Swing, Funk, R&B, "Jazz-Blues", and even plays their own original music. The Backwater Blues Band was founded in 1995 by Tom Stewart as an outlet to play music that is revered among the many friends and family that would come to Tom's house parties. Over time the band "broke out" of the garage and started

Blues & Arts Fiesta History: 2005 - 2012

2012-01-28T11:39:00.000-08:00

Blues & Arts Fiesta History: 2005 - 2012 The original concept of the International Blues & Arts Fiesta started in 2005 by the San Felipe Blues and Arts Society, consisting of Diane Grubb, Rick Rudd and Heather Penrod; and although it's not the same event today, the foundation created by these three was solid. Diane had organized art shows and festivals in the States, Rick was an artist as

BLUES & ARTS - Saturday is the Day!

2011-03-24T09:00:00.000-07:00

5th Annual International Blues & Arts Fiesta, is Saturday, March 26, 2011. The all day outdoor concert and art extravaganza is the premier community fund-raising event in Baja California. People converge from everywhere to this magical place on the Sea of Cortez for an unforgettable day of music and art. We celebrate the very best in all people and the steadfast mission of the annual event

Tavo's Revolution

2011-03-23T17:04:00.000-07:00

Tavo's Revolution is a beloved homegrown San Felipe band. This band is ever popular with a loyal following, and performs regularly in several venues in town and on the Ranch. The talented group is composed of sophisticated musicians and a lady vocalist, who deliver great music in a friendly, funky style. Tavo, the band's namesake and steady drummer, is a revered local pharmacist, community

Blues & Arts Parties!

2011-03-23T15:01:00.000-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2-10-11San Felipe BC MexicoFebruary 10, 2010--San Felipe Blues & Arts Insider Scoop: The Parties!Mark your calendars for Friday night, March 25: Blues & Arts Fiesta Pre-Party. You are personally invited to "party central" at the El Cortez Hotel in downtown San Felipe, starting at 7pm, to get in the groove the night before the show. This giant bienvenidos party will

Featured Artist:: Marilynn Pardee

2011-03-14T12:03:00.000-07:00

Marilynn moved to San Felipe from San Francisco in March of 2009. She had a clothing line PARDEE in Los Angeles in the 1980’s, which was carried in fashion-forward boutiques and prestigious stores throughout the United States. It was during that time that she began experimenting with layering colors using various spray techniques. This had to be put on hold with the birth of her daughter. Now

Featured Artist:: Liane Barton

2011-03-14T11:54:00.000-07:00

Liane has been spending her winters in San Felipe for 15 years. She specializes in top of the line Navajo Jewelry and leather bags. She has sterling silver with various stones in rings, necklaces, earrings and so much more Liane belongs to numerous Craft and Vendors Shows in the United States. You have to see her beautiful products to appreciate them. Enjoy your visit in San Felipe. We hope to

2011 Blues & Arts Fiesta Radio Spot in El Centro CA

2011-03-10T21:41:00.000-08:00

5th Annual Blues & Arts Fiesta Radio Spot on KXO AM & FM in El Centro CA

2011 Blues and Arts Fiesta Radio Spot in Yuma AZ

2011-03-10T21:39:00.000-08:00

2011 Blues and Arts Fiesta Radio Spot - Yuma AZ KTTI 95.1 - KQSR 100.9 - KBLU 560AM

Featured Artist:: Andrena Joyce

2011-03-07T11:18:00.000-08:00

Andrena Joyce is one of San Felipe's favorite artist, voted Best Local Artist in San Felipe Living in 2008 and In Mexico Living in 2009. She is also a veteran of San Felipe's Blues Festival. Joyce uses acrylics and mixed media and her subject matter can be almost anything. "This area lends itself to creativity. We're surrounded by beauty and the time to appreciate it. How lucky are we!" Joyce

Laila Naime Handmade Jewelry Designs

2011-03-07T11:03:00.000-08:00

Laila Naime Handmade Jewelry Designs Born in Mexico City then moving to Ensenada Baja California to finish her Oceanography studies at UABC. Since early ages she was attracted to handcrafts and artistic expressions. So at the age of 12 began to play with some copper wire and it was the beginning of an artistic career. She had exposed and sold her jewelry in San Diego, Ensenada and San Felipe.

BLUES & ARTS ON THE WEB

2011-03-05T15:45:00.000-08:00

BLUES & ARTS ON THE WEB The Blues & Arts has a growing audience internationally. Get more information about the event directly from the web. See below... BLUES AND ARTS WEBSITEREAD ABOUT THE BANDS, ARTISTS, SPONSORS AND MORE. FIND OUT ABOUT SPONSORS AND THE PEOPLE THAT MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE. ORDER TICKETS DON'T MISS OUT ON BEING PART OF THIS GREAT CHARITY EVENT. ORDER TICKETS TODAY - EASY

2011-03-03T18:29:00.000-08:00

Sea of Cortez Sea Salt and Tequila All natural sea salt from the Sea of Cortez has no added drying agents instead is dried by the sun, making it pure. This is the brain child of San Felipe's own Bob MacDonald, who wondered if sea salts can come from the Dead Sea, why not the Sea of Cortez? His exploration of this idea has produced a healthy and all natural product into a wonderful souvenir to

Jim Moore on KXO Radio AM1230

2011-03-03T17:05:00.000-08:00

Jim Moore President of the San Felipe Lions Club will be interviewed by George Gale about the 5th Annual San Felipe Blues and Arts Fiesta on El Centro KXO Radio AM1230 on Wednesday March 9th at 10:15am.

Featured Artist:: Armando Becerril

2011-03-02T12:07:00.001-08:00

Armando Becerril, who signs his work as BECRIS was born in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico in 1955. Since the age of thirteen he became interested in drawing and enjoyed public recognition. He started reproducing the old Masters. At the age of 17 he felt a desire to study color, he went to Mexico City, where he studied art in the National Academy of Arts San Carlos. Now after fine tuning his

Featured Artist:: Melody Ashley Art

2011-03-02T11:01:00.000-08:00

Melody Ashley’s interest in Art has been life long. Her favorite art is the creating of a beautiful yard. After nine years in the landscape business she became interested in metal “garden art.” She sold her company and began to design and have made wonderful forms that decorate gardens all over the United States. When Melody move to San Felipe in 2000, she began to teach herself how to make

Featured Artist:: Janine Fentiman and John Alward

2011-03-02T10:59:00.000-08:00

Janine Fentiman and her Husband John Alward have been Antique and Tribal Art dealers for 38 years. They make and design necklaces from ancient and vintage trade beads. Their work is sold by Ralph Lauren Vintage Boutiques in Japan, New York and around the world.

THANK YOU!

2011-02-24T19:38:00.000-08:00

Thank you to all the sponsors of the 5th Annual San Felipe International Blues & Arts Fiesta. Your participation is helping to make this event happen every year. THANK YOU! KYMA - Channel 11 Yuma Hotel Mar de Cortez Baja Good Life Club Tecate Georges Hotel / Restaurant El Dorado Home Builders Cotuco Hotel Hacienda Coral Fotographia Alverez Baja Diamante Tecsys Security Madres San Felipe

This Week's Featured Artist:: Band It

2011-02-24T18:28:00.000-08:00

Band It - Hats and Hat Bands Marianne Clagett lives year round in San Felipe since moving here from Auburn, CA. She resides in El Dorado Ranch where she works on her sewing and crafting, a lifelong passion. On the prompting of two friends in Baja, Bandits themselves, she began “Band It”, a unique approach to hat bands to adorn straw and over sized hats. This success prompted her to expand her

Chet & The Committee's CD "I'll be down in San Felipe!"...

2011-02-24T06:00:00.000-08:00

Chet Cannon of San Diego's favorite Good Time Swinging Blues and Rocking Boogie band (you may have heard them at San Felipe Blues and Arts Fiesta) Chet & The Committee reports that their latest CD: "I'll be down in San Felipe! - The Official Bootleg" has just been nominated Best Blues Album of 2010 by the San Diego Music Awards Association. Featuring Dana Duplan, Fred Lawson, Al Schneider, Judd

Musician Spotlight ~ 2011 Band Line Up!

2011-02-16T12:00:00.000-08:00

Spotlight on 5th Annual San Felipe International Blues and Arts Fiesta Fiesta Music! Mark your calendar for March 26, 2011! The 5th Annual San Felipe International Blues & Arts Fiesta proudly presents a stellar line up of bands guaranteed to rock the best little town in the Baja. Agave Blues again graces the B&A stage with that down home blues & rock groove and musical ensemble magic which

Get Your Tickets Today!

2011-02-15T17:06:00.000-08:00

Click Here - BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY! The tickets are HERE in San Felipe; you can pick your tickets up at Fatboys Pizza, Los Arocs Restaurant, Rumors Bar & Grill, & Sunrunner Mail Center OR go online www.bluesandarts.com General admission is only $20dlls before the event and $25 at the door. Bring you hat andset up your chair in the festival seating area. Set up your home away from home to

PHOTOS - International Blues & Arts Fiesta

2011-02-14T15:05:00.000-08:00

Photos by Victor Rodriguez Get Excited! See all the Blues & Arts Fiesta Photos of past years - Click Here!Save this date: Saturday, March 26, 2011. On this weekend the 5th Annual International San Felipe Blues & Arts Fiesta will take the concert and visual arts experience to the next level. The band line up and the visual artists will make for an unforgettable experience here in safe,

Become a SPONSOR / Convertirse en un patrocinador

2011-02-06T16:24:00.000-08:00

The San Felipe Lions Club is proud to announce the date for the 5th Annual International Blues & Arts Fiesta, now scheduled for Saturday, March 26, 2011. The all day outdoor concert and art extravaganza is the premier community fund-raising event in Baja California. People converge from everywhere to this magical place on the Sea of Cortez for an unforgettable day of music and art. We celebrate

Musician Spotlight ~ Agave Blues

2011-01-26T15:38:00.000-08:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 26, 2011 --Musician Spotlight: Agave Blues The 5th Annual International Blues & Arts Fiesta 2011 proudly showcases our exceptional local headliners, Agave Blues. As recent reader poll winners as the Best Band 2010 for Baja California Magazine, if you ever rock with these guys you will know why Agave Blues is repeatedly the people's choice in the Baja. Derek Wille

Musician Spotlight ~ Chet Cannon & the Committee

2011-01-13T17:00:00.000-08:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 12, 2011 San Felipe Baja California Mexico Chet Cannon & the Committee Returns to San Felipe! 5th Annual International Blues Arts Fiesta is gearing up to rock the Baja on March 26, 2011. The international humanitarian concert is set in funky & fun San Felipe ~ just 120 miles south of Mexicali. The fine newly repaired smooth roads will take you safely to Mexican

SAVE THE DATE - 5th International Blues & Arts Fiesta

2011-01-13T12:28:00.000-08:00

San Felipe BC Lions Club Presents: 5th International Blues & Arts Fiesta The San Felipe Lions Club is proud to announce the date for the 5th Annual International Blues & Arts Fiesta, now scheduled for Saturday, March 26, 2011. The all day outdoor concert and art extravaganza is the premier community fund-raising event in Baja California. People converge from everywhere to this magical place on

Musician Spotlight ~ Michele Lundeen

2010-12-30T13:01:00.000-08:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Musician Spotlight ~ Michele Lundeen, "The Queen of Steam" Returns to Blues & Arts Fiesta Stage Michele Lundeen, aptly dubbed "The Queen of Steam", returns to the ocean cooled, mountain framed stage venue for the 5th Annual San Felipe International Blues & Arts Fiesta scheduled for March 26, 2011. The premier regional fund-raising event is sponsored by the San Felipe

5th Annual International Blues & Arts Fiesta Musician Spotlight ~ Libre

2010-12-16T14:28:00.000-08:00

Musician Spotlight ~ Libre 5th Annual International Blues & Arts Fiesta is proud to announce that the spectacularly talented "Libre" joins our stage for the first time. For more than 15 years the musicians of "Libre" have been discharging a fusion of Afro-Cuban rhythms, Latin Soul with a dash of Jazz, and topped off with Blues and Rock. The magical music mixture is a fusion of flavors which

Blues & Arts Fiesta 2011 Musician Spotlight - Javier Batiz

2010-12-10T20:49:00.000-08:00

5th International Blues & Arts Fiesta 2011 ~ Musician Spotlight Look right here for regular news about the show's musicians and artists. This week Javier Batiz is our featured musical talent. And showmen don't get any better than our returning friend, the world class Javier Batiz. Master guitarist, Javier Batiz, and his red hot band, hail from Tijuana, B.C., Mexico where he still lives in the

Why does Lions Club of San Felipe produce the Blues & Arts Fiesta?

2010-12-02T18:03:00.000-08:00

Why does Lions Club of San Felipe produce an event like Blues & Arts Fiesta 2011? The reason is simple. The regional event raises money for the greater San Felipe community. This critical funding goes directly to local humanitarian efforts suggested by community members. This year's Lions leadership is headed by Jimmy Moore, our current president. Our Lions Club was chartered in 2007 and

Sponsors - 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta

2010-03-24T14:37:00.000-07:00

Thank you to all the sponsors of the 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta. Their participation helps to make this event happen every year. Blues and Arts - Sponsors 2010 Title Sponsor: Tecate Presenting Sponsors: Mexico Living - Baja California KYMA News 11 Gold Sponsors: El Cortez Hotel Maquinatia de Elevacion Fotografia Alvarez El Dorado Home Builders Sandollar

2010 International Blues & Art Performance Schedule

2010-03-24T14:27:00.000-07:00

2010 International Blues & Art Performance Schedule: Friday - Fiesta Launch Party at JollyMon 6:30pm - 10:30pm Saturday - 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta - Door open at 9:00am Band lineup: 10:00am - Vatos Loco's 11:15am - 820 Band 12:30pm - Ruta 69 1:45pm - Chet Cannon and The Committee 3:00pm - Michele Lundeen 4:15pm - Agave Blues 5:30pm - Becki Sue & her Big Rockin’ Daddies! 7:

The Artist of the 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta

2010-03-24T14:08:00.000-07:00

Check out all the artist that will be showcasing their work at the 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta. Read and learn about all the artist - www.bluesandarts.com Artists are listed by alphabetical order:Alvaro "Ugi" Morales Andrena Joyce - Acrylic Painter Armando Becris Arturo Esquivias O. – Internationally Acclaimed Arturo Gomez – Paintings, Tiles, Custom Murals Baja Cool'R Wear – Grant

BUY TICKETS in San Felipe

2010-03-23T10:34:00.000-07:00

BUYING TICKETS AT SAN FELIPE RETAILERS - General $25 & VIP $50 - Fat Boys...........until they close on Fri Nite - Peoples Gallery..............until Thursday - S.F. Book Store.......until Thursday - Los Arcos Restaurant........until Thursday - Sun Runner Post Office..........until 4pm Friday - Jolly Mon Bar...............from 6:30 pm to closing Friday Nite. During the Performance of "Becky

2010 Blues & Arts Fiesta Program

2010-03-22T10:47:00.003-07:00

Blues & Arts on TV & Radio

2010-03-17T14:14:00.000-07:00

BLUES & ARTS ON TV KYMA News 11 ran a story about the 2010 Blues & Arts Fiesta. KYMA News 11 is a proud sponsor of the Blues & Arts Fiesta. WATCH THE VIDEO BLUES & ARTS ON THE RADIO The Blues & Arts is being broadcast across Imperial County California and Yuma Arizona. Please tune in when traveling in the areas. LISTEN TO THE COMMERCIAL COMMERCIALS AIR THROUGH MARCH 26th. BLUES & ARTS ON THE

This Week's Featured Artists: Band It & Sea of Cortez Salt

2010-03-17T13:16:00.000-07:00

Marianne Clagett owner of Band It has been involved in sewing or crafting most her life. Her primary focus this year is producing many styles of hats from the oversized sun hat to the fun Newsboy style cap. If color is your thing, she has something for you. As she has always loved hats, and embellished them with flowers to give the appearance of a balanced head on a tall frame. A few years ago,

Becki Sue & her Big Rockin’ Daddies! Performing at JollyMon!

2010-03-17T13:10:00.000-07:00

Becki Sue & her Big Rockin’ Daddies!Rockin’ Down the House in San Felipeby T. Neal Stratman Becki Sue & her Big Rockin’ Daddies! will be performing in San Felipe on Friday, March 26, at JollyMon at 8pm Hailing from the South Puget Sound region of Washington state, Becki Sue & her Big Rockin' Daddies!, formed in 2003 by guitarist Tom "T-Boy Neal" Boyle, has risen to elite status among not only

This Week's Featured Artists: DeCoursey Wood Sculptures & Raquel Ferrer

2010-03-12T13:32:00.000-08:00

DeCoursey Wood Sculptures DeCoursey studied art exclusively for a year while attaining his degree in manufacturing management. Throughout the years he created works of art in acrylics, oils, pencil and pen and ink. However, his career as an engineer and business owner left little time to pursue his love for art. In the mid 1980’s he created his first wood sculpture and found that the unfolding

This Week's Featured Artists: Sam Brodersen & Steve

2010-03-10T14:50:00.000-08:00

Sam Brodersen - Massage TherapySam Brodersen received his certification for massage therapy at the renowned National Holistic institute in Emeryville, California. He utilizes both Eastern and Western modalities and incorporates different techniques to offer a unique full body or targeted area massages. He is located in Campo Ocotillo in San Felipe. He hopes to educate those not familiar with

This Week's Featured Band: 820 Band

2010-03-09T19:13:00.000-08:00

This Southern California favorite will get ya goin'. Great Players create Great Music! With the release of their new CD, this band will definitely leave a lasting impression. They have many credits and will knock you out! Band Website: http://www.myspace.com/820band

Blues & Arts VIP Tickets Still Avaliable!

2010-03-03T14:59:00.000-08:00

This is going to be the biggest event to date, don't miss out on a celebration of art and music. This is a fund raising event for the San Felipe Baja California Lions Club. 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS - $20 ($25 day of event) VIP ADMISSION TICKETS - $50 ($60 day of event) (VIP tickets give the holder access to covered seating area with tables, chairs

Featured Artists: Ruth Olivar Millan & David Silva

2010-03-03T08:00:00.000-08:00

Ruth Olivar Millan Internationally acclaimed , Ruth Olivar Millan is a Chicana multimedia artist that studied at UC Berkeley, Mexico, Europe and Africa. She expresses herself in acrylics, watercolors, wood block prints and ceramic sculpture. She calls her work “Chicana Espressionism”. It has evolved from her own Chicana experiences...Anglo, Native African, Asia-American and Latin American life. “

This Week's Featured Band: Vatos Locos

2010-03-02T19:10:00.000-08:00

This local San Felipe band brings a surf music flavor to our event. They play "Surfabilly" blues with a style of their own. This power trio promises to keep you in motion. This will be their 4th appearance.

Featured Artist: Alvaro "Ugi" Morales

2010-02-25T14:02:00.000-08:00

“Ugi” is a well known artist in northern Baja. His signature paintings of outsized flowers, particularly roses, are executed with bold strokes and strong colors on canvases large and small. His distinctive style is one that appeals to a wide audience with his work to be found in numerous homes up and down the Pacific coast. "Ugi" "Universal God Incorporated" signifies the fact that God partners

Featured Artists: Scott O. Kennedy & Marie-Pierre

2010-02-24T12:12:00.000-08:00

This Week's Featured Artists: Scott O. Kennedy & Marie-Pierre Scott O. Kennedy - Marine Artist World wide acclaimed marine artist, Scott Kennedy works out of his studio in Punta Banda where he has now turned his attention to the colors and rhythm of Baja. His paintings on location always seek to capture the essence of the scene he is painting. He also plans on gathering more of Mexico’s nature’

This Week's Featured Band: Sean Carney band with Phil Berkowitz

2010-02-23T19:09:00.000-08:00

"2007 International Blues Challenge winner and Albert King Award winner as Most Promising Guitar Player" What an honor to have this great band in our "Fiesta". Sean teams up with the legendary Phil Berkowitz the "Master of the Blues Harmonica". Hold on to your seats, this promises to be a show to remember. Band Website: http://

This Week's Featured Artists

2010-01-27T08:00:00.000-08:00

Marilyn Pardee Marilynn moved to San Felipe in March of 2009 from San Francisco. She is returning to the textile arts after a 20-year hiatus to raise her daughter. Marilynn designed and manufactured under the label ‘PARDEE’ during the 1980’s in Los Angeles. Her line was carried in fashion-forward boutiques and prestigious stores throughout the United States. Her pieces currently can be purchased

2010 International Blues & Arts - Order Your Tickets Today!

2010-01-25T12:26:00.001-08:00

Tickets on Sale Now! The 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta tickets are now onsale. General addmission tickets are $20 and $25 the day of the event. your ticket provides you with open access to the event throughout the day. This is going to be the biggest event to date, don't miss out on a celebration of art and music. This is a fund raising event for the San Felipe Baja California Lions

New Easy Newsletter Signup

2010-01-20T15:19:00.000-08:00

Now it's even easier to keep track of the Blues & Arts Fiesta. To simplify the signup process we have create a simple webform that you can forward to friends and other blues fans and art aficionados. Please help us spread the word about Baja's Biggest Blues & Arts charity event and help us "Change Lives through Music and Art."Click here to view the form

This Week's Featured Artists

2010-01-20T08:00:00.000-08:00

Digital Designs by Robin Robin Waters has always had a passion for art, and when she found a media that could transcend traditional painting, she became a digital artist. As a little girl a new box of crayons was always her favorite gift. She continued her education, studying oil, water color, acrylics and various mediums at the Oregon School of Arts, specializing in fiber/fabric and designing

This Week's Featured Band: Chet Cannon and The Committee

2010-01-19T19:01:00.000-08:00

San Diego’s Premier “Down and Dirty” Blues Band. These guys knocked us out last year and we are delighted to have them back again this year. They always bring their "A" game and will "groove on" with their smooth "roots blues" style. Look for their new CD that will be available at the event! Band Website: http://www.myspace.com/

This Week's Featured Artists

2010-01-13T08:00:00.000-08:00

Baja Treasures - Carving Vickie Rama and Vickie Silva are both transplanted full time residents of San Felipe. Ms. Rama has been designing and carving for 25 years in a variety of mediums from porcelain to bone. She is currently designing her newest line of bone pendants using whale, camel and moose bones. She creates lovely pieces of wearable art. Contact number 686-122-2668 Ms. Silva has been

This Week's Featured Band: Becki Sue & her Big Rockin’ Daddies!

2010-01-12T18:59:00.000-08:00

Winners of “Best Band” Western Washington State. This high energy blues band will get you up and dancing. They bring a great show with great music. We hope to have their new CD available at the event. Don't miss them this March at the 2010 Blues & Arts Fiesta! Band Website: http://www.bigrockindaddies.com/

2010 Blues & Arts Tickets on Sale Now!

2010-01-06T20:28:00.000-08:00

Tickets on Sale Now for the 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta -

2010-01-06T20:25:00.001-08:00

The 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta tickets are now onsale. General addmission tickets are $20 and $25 the day of the event. your ticket provides you with open access to the event throughout the day.This is going to be the biggest event to date, don't miss out on a celebration of art and music. This is a fund raising event for the San Felipe Baja California Lions Club.Order Your Tickets

2010 International Blues & Arts Sponsors

2010-01-06T20:04:00.000-08:00

2010 International Blues & Arts SponsorsTitle Sponsor: TecatePresenting Sponsor: Mexico Living GuideGold Sponsors: El Cortez HotelTecys SecurityFotografia AlvarezEl Dorado Home BuildersSandollarLos ArcosSan Felipe DisposalBaja Home ImprovementsRed WagonSilver Sponsors:Parra ElectricVersoleil LandscapingPure & clear S.A.de C.V.Bronze Sponsors:The Peoples’ GalleryAgave Blues Band

This Week's Featured Artists

2010-01-06T19:25:00.000-08:00

Arturo Gomez – Paintings, Tiles, Custom Murals Arturo Gomez has been producing art in San Felipe for many years. His art reflects the flavor of Baja in a variety of mediums but his true love is painting. Paintings of downtown San Felipe and the Sea of Cortez allow our Baja visitors to take a piece of their travel experience home with them. On most Saturdays, Arturo and his work can be found at

This Week's Featured Band: Alice Stuart

2010-01-06T18:56:00.000-08:00

"Blues Hall of Fame" Inductee. Alice Stuart’s music holds within it a flame that burns and burns. Alice has toured with folk and blues legends such as Joan Baez, Doc Watson, Mississippi John Hurt, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Albert King and many others. Her career includes years with Frank Zappa and then toured Europe with Van Morrison and the list of credits goes on and on! It is said "She paved the

This Week's Featured Artist

2009-12-23T15:57:00.000-08:00

Andrena Joyce - Acrylic PainterAndrena Joyce, a popular local artist, lives full time in San Felipe. She took up painting and now finds rarely a day goes by without picking up a brush. She says her style varies but definitely enjoys whimsy in her art. Joyce considers painting her form of therapy and supports organizations with profits. SFAR's (San Felipe Animal Rescue) ZAPP program (spay and

This Week's Featured Band

2009-12-23T15:52:00.000-08:00

Agave Blues - A talented group of players with a mix of originals and favorites, delivered with polish and style.They have won numerous awards and headlined the 2009 "Ensenada Blues & Rock Fiesta". Always "In the Zone" this promises to be another great show.This band is a product of San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico. Enjoy!Band Website: http://www.agavebluesband.com

Current Artist Line-up for San Felipe Blues & Arts Fiesta 2010

2009-12-17T10:00:00.000-08:00

Baja NuevaBaja Nueva specializes in luxury contemporary home décor, accessories and furniture. Sharon and Jerry Lankin take enormous pride in designing a unique setting for the discriminating buyer who wishes to create a beautiful living environment. You can select from an array of domestic and imported gifts, home accessories, fine art, and artisan made collectables, art glass, metal sculptures,

Tickets on Sale Now!

2009-12-15T09:00:00.000-08:00

The 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta tickets are now onsale. General addmission tickets are $20 and $25 the day of the event. your ticket provides you with open access to the event throughout the day. This is going to be the biggest event to date, don't miss out on a celebration of art and music. This is a fund raising event for the San Felipe Baja California Lions Club. Order Your Tickets

2010 International Blues and Arts Fiesta - Update!

2009-12-12T20:30:00.001-08:00

2010 International Blues and Arts Fiesta is an adventure not to miss in Mexico. Saturday March 27th, in San Felipe, Baja California. Our local San Felipe Businesses have enthusiastically agreed to support the Blues and Art Fiesta as primary sponsors: The Peoples’ Gallery, El Cortez Hotel, Tecys Security, Copy Central, El Dorado Home Builders, and Versoleil Landscaping. The Lions Club of San

BAND LINEUP: San Felipe Blues & Arts Fiesta 2010

2009-12-11T09:00:00.000-08:00

Since the beginning of music, bands have joined together to celebrate a specific type of music or music from a specific region. Two very memorable and well known festivals were Woodstock in 1969 and the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967. Both changed lives and music forever. The Blues and Arts Fiesta on Saturday March 27th 2010 in San Felipe Baja, California is once again hopes to change lives

Tickets on Sale now for B&A 2010

2009-12-02T21:45:00.000-08:00

The 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta tickets are now onsale. General addmission tickets are $20 and provide open access to the event throughout the day.This is going to be the biggest event to date, don't miss out on a celebration of art and music. This is a fund raising event for the San Felipe Baja California Lions Club.Order Your Tickets Today

BUSINESS OWNERS: Be a part of something special

2009-12-02T16:45:00.001-08:00

The upcoming Blues and Arts Fiesta in San Felipe has been changing lives through Music and Art for three years now and it's been possible because of the great support of the community and through the sponsorship support from local and regional businesses. This year, the Blues and Arts Committee has put together prestigious sponsorship packages for those businesses or individuals that wish to

SAVE TO DATE: 2010 International Blues and Arts Fiesta

2009-12-02T16:44:00.000-08:00

Save the Date!2010 International Blues and Arts Fiesta is an adventure not to miss in Mexico.On Saturday March 27th, in San Felipe, Baja California, the Lions Club will again host a rip roarin' day of blues and arts! Mark it on your calendar. Start making plans because this fourth annual event will be the best yet. You can expect stellar bands and fabulous artists showin' their stuff. Check this

Dan Ackroyd "Crystal Head Vodka" with Back Water Blues Band

2009-05-21T09:25:00.000-07:00

Dan Ackroyd "Crystal Head Vodka" with Back Water Blues BandFriday, May 22, 2009Tom Stewarts, BACKWATER BLUES BAND will be playing at the Holiday Wine Cellar from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. The store is promoting Dan Ackroyd’s AKA Elwood “Crystal Head Vodka” and BackWater Blues Band will be performing, rumor has it Dan Ackroyd will sit in & blow his harp. sing and announce promote his Vodka The All Star

Blues and Arts Fiesta Raises over $65,000

2009-05-05T19:16:00.000-07:00

Blues and Arts Fiesta Raises over $65,000The community of San Felipe and Sonshine Hacienda Children’s Home Benifitby Robin WatersOn a sun-washed day, the last Saturday in March, on the shores of the Sea of Cortez, lay a small Mexican fishing village, San Felipe, Baja, Mexico. But that day was extraordinary; because the Lions Club of San Felipe and Mexico Living put on the largest event the

Blues & Arts 2009 Recorded Live

2009-04-17T12:08:00.000-07:00

On March 28th, 2009, San Felipe Lions Club and Mexico Living presented the Blues & Arts Fiesta 2009 in San Felipe Baja California. The event featured 9 award winning blues bands. The event was recorded live directly off the board and we are going to broadcast it in it's entirety over the next several weeks. The first installment is CHET & THE COMMITTEE and will broadcast every night at 8:00 PM

Blues Fiesta Like Old Home Week in San Felipe

2009-04-16T17:45:00.000-07:00

Blues Fiesta Like Old Home Week in San FelipeBy Carla WhiteSTAFF WRITER for Baja TimesArticle from Baja Times Volume XXXI, Number 103 April 16-30, 2009The Third Annual San Felipe Blues & Arts Fiesta put on by the Mexico Living Guide and the San Felipe Lions Club took place on Saturday, March 28, at the San Felipe baseball stadium. Interestingly, in addition to people from the San Felipe area and

Backwater Blues Easter Party at The Coyote

2009-04-10T17:24:00.001-07:00

Back Water Blues Band will performing at the Coyote Bar & GrillSaturday the 11th of April from 6.00 To 10.00. We love this place socome down and dance, eat & drink. Happy Easter Tom BWBBwww.backwaterbluesband.com

Chet returns from Blues & Arts 2009

2009-03-31T14:38:00.000-07:00

Just in case anyone was wondering we're back from the 3rd annual San Felipe Blues and Arts Festival. The promoters, the audience, the vendors, even the Fedrales enjoyed our show and asked us to return. They treated us like we are big stars putting us up in these lovely Townhomes on the 16th hole of a local golf course and only moments from a private beach on the shores of the Sea Of Cortez. It

Blues & Arts Fiesta Reviews

2009-03-31T11:27:00.000-07:00

Hear and See what they are all saying...Mexico Living: SUCCESS! SUCCESS! Lots of Pictures on the way!Channel 11 KYMA-TV from Yuma was in San Felipe filming the Blues and Arts Fiesta and interviewing people.Watch Blues & Art FiestaBlue Roadrunner: "The Lions Club and Mexico Living Guide, with financial help from a vast roster of sponsors, did a great job of organizing and promoting

PRE-PARTY at "The Lighthouse Lounge/Restaurant"

2009-03-26T16:55:00.001-07:00

PRE-PARTY at "The Lighthouse Lounge/Restaurant" This promises to be the best jam ever! Meet and Greet all of the stars ofBlues and Arts Fiesta 2009! Food and drinks will be served all night aswe get a taste of Saturday show. A meal with for a only $50 pesos and lot of drink and fun!. All the band members, their crew, artist, and all VIP will be attending; don't miss it!Cover charge of $5.00

3rd Annual Blues & Arts Fiesta Rules and guidelines:

2009-03-20T07:04:00.000-07:00

3rd Annual Blues & Arts Fiesta Rules and guidelines:The Blues & Arts Fiesta is presented wind, shine, or rain...Ha! Ha!.Folding chairs are allowed, Please bring a chairs find your spot and stay ALL DAY!Umbrellas or sun shades are permitted in the dedicated area of the Fiesta grounds. A variety of food and beverage (water, beer, wine, & alcohol) will be available for purchase. No coolers,

Dogs at The 3rd Blues & Arts Fiesta

2009-03-20T06:34:00.000-07:00

Dogs will be allowed into the Festival under the following conditions:1) All dogs must be on a leash at all times.2) The Owner is responsible for the dog's water, food and picking up after it.3) If the animal exhibits any aggressive behavior the animal and the owner will be asked to leave by Security and there will be no refunds of admission.This is a festival and we want everyone to enjoy

Seaside town in Mexico hosts popular fiesta

2009-03-09T17:20:00.000-07:00

BY DARIN FENGER, SUN STAFF WRITERMarch 8, 2009 - 5:58PM Yuma Sun - Yumans are invited to head south of the border later this month for a day of music and art in San Felipe, Baja Calif. The seaside town will host its third annual Blues and Arts Fiesta on March 28. Eleven bands and 60 artists hailing from both sides of the Mexico-U.S. border will be showcased in the popular event. San Felipe is

SCORE-International Off-Road Racing CEO, Sal Fish named Fiesta Grand Marshall as SCORE joins forces with the “Blues & Arts Fiesta”

2009-03-03T17:35:00.000-08:00

For all you off-road racing fans who are also into Blues Music and Art, the San Felipe BC Lions Club and Mexico Living have just announced that SCORE-International, with CEO Sal Fish, is now a Gold Sponsor of the Blues & Arts Fiesta in San Felipe BC on Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 10 am until 11 pm. Sal Fish will be Grand Marshal for this event. The Blues & Arts Fiesta will feature ten (10)

El Dorado Ranch Charity Events

2009-02-19T11:36:00.001-08:00

Letter from Pat & Doreen Butler, owners of El Dorado Ranch, La Ventana del Mar and Las Caras de Mexico Championship Golf Course to their owners.Dear El Dorado Ranch OwnerJust a quick note to let you know about the Third International Blues and Arts Fiesta to be held as the San Felipe Baseball Stadium on Saturday, March 28th. Check out http://www.bluesandarts.com/ to see all the event has to

Blues & Arts 2009: KKJZ Fundraising Drive Promotional

2009-02-13T15:01:00.001-08:00

KKJZ 88.1 FM which is America's #1 most listened- to Jazz and blues radio station in the country servicing Southern California as well as worldwide through the internet.KKJZ is member-supported radio station and is funded primarily by membership and corporate contributions. Our main source of acquiring new members and renewals is during our pledge drives. Their Spring Drive is coming, Feb. 18-

Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys on KKJZ 88.1 Long Beach

2009-02-11T11:06:00.001-08:00

When you hear Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys it's easy to understand why these guys have been past winners of LA Music Awards 'Best Blues Band'; they are hard-hitting blues the way it's meant to be played.On Saturday February 21st, Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys will be in the studio at KKJZ 88.1 FM in Long Beach (http://www.jazzandblues.org/ index.aspx) to help promote their performance at 2009 Blues

SCORE to Attend B&A

2009-01-30T15:17:00.000-08:00

Sal Fish, President and CEO of SCORE-International (http://www.score-international.com/) has agreed to serve with World Champion boxer Oscar De la Hoya as the co-Grand Marshall for the Blues and Arts Festival weekend.

Seafari Tours is doing B&A by Sea

2008-12-04T18:21:00.000-08:00

Seafari Tours Blues & ArtsPuerto Penasco to San Felipe Baja California for the 3rd Annual Blues & Arts Fiesta. 10 Blues Bands, 60 Artists and ONE incredible experience. This is an 8 passengers trip to San Felipe to attend the Blues and Arts Fiesta on Saturday March 28th. We will depart Puerto Penasco on Fri the 27th, attend the festival on the 28th and return to Puerto Penasco on the