HOURS:
Mon - Fri 10 AM - 7 PM
Sat 10 - 1 PM
Closed Sundays and
Mexican National Holidays
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THIS & THAT IN & AROUND OLL
JULY 4th CELEBRATION — CANCELLATION NOTICE
Apologies, but the Canada/USA Fiesta has been canceled. However, you can support Restaurant Estacion IV by going there, especially on Sundays when Chef Juan features BBQ ribs and Thai cuisine.
You also can still support our local migrant shelter (COMI) by bringing donations to the OLL where there is a container to receive the donations.
Finally, an apology to our Canadian sisters and brothers by not realizing you celebrate Canada Day and not independence day.
OLL BOARD MINUTES
Here is a link to the OLL's MAY BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S MEETING.
OLL's BOOK WISH LIST AS OF MAY 12, 2019
CLICK HERE to see the books that the Library would like to add to its Collection or that are replacements for lost or damaged books. BE AN ANGEL...Angelic beneficence is bestowed upon those who donate or underwrite the purchase of books from the Wish List. We would love to add you as an Angel. If you have any of the current wish list books to donate or would be willing to underwrite a purchase, please contact David Myler.
COMI MIGRANT SHELTER NEWS
COMI SEEKS MEN'S and WOMEN'S CLOTHES, FOOD. ETC.
There is an on-going need for clothes, shoes, socks, food, coffee, toiletries, laundry detergent, etc. at the Centro de Orientation de Migrantes (COMI) as new refugees continually arrive in Oaxaca. DONATIONS can be received AT OLL at the bottom of the stairs. They may also be taken directly to COMI, Callejón de Guadalupe Victoria (no number), off Calle Huzares, opposite Soriana's Madero loading dock.
QUESTIONS? Contact Bruce Stores.
COMI WEBSITE UPDATE
COMI welcomes support and involvement from the Oaxacan community. COMI now has a NEW IMPROVED WEBSITE with direct links for online donations and involvement.
INTERESTING ARTICLE ABOUT
FRANCISCO TOLEDO
A subscriber sent in this link from Smithsonian Magazine. CLICK HERE to read this interesting article about one of Oaxaca's most influential residents.
¿ARE YOU AN AMAZON SHOPPER?
You and all of your friends/family can contribute to the OLL whenever you shop. use https://smile.amazon.com to access Amazon. Nothing else changes. It is still your account! The first time you go on, list Oaxaca Lending Library Foundation as your designated charity. The library gets a (very) tiny percentage of every purchase, but it all adds up. Thank you ¡¡Gracias!!
TO LEARN WHAT'S HAPPENING ALL OVER OAXACA
GO TO:
OLL'S ADVERTISEMENTS SECTION
SALES, SERVICES, TOURS, REAL ESTATE,
COMMUNITY NOTICES.
SCROLL DOWN ALL THE WAY DOWN TO LEARN ABOUT RECENTLY ADDED ADS...
- GENERAL CONSTRUCTION—ENGLISH SPOKEN
- BED & BREAKFAST in JALATLACO
- BI-LINGUAL AUTO REPAIR CONSULTING
To place your ad in OLL's weekly newsletter call or email
Adriana at the OLL. 951 518 7077 or email her
library@oaxlibrary.org. To announce your club / special project contact Joan Harmon (joanie.harmon@icloud.com)
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TWO WELTE INSTITUTE EVENTS
CRAFT EXPO/SALE
July 27, 2019, 11 AM - 8 PM
Come celebrate with us as we exhibit the work of bone and wood carvers from Miahuatlan (Sierra Sur), weavers and totomoxtle (corn husk) and flower sculptors.
At 12 PM there will be a workshop in wood carving with pochote spine.
Les invitamos a nuestra expo-venta artesanal. Ven a festejar con nosotros. Tendremos la participación de talladores de madera, tejedores y escultores. Estaremos en el patio central del Instituto Welte para Estudios Oaxaqueños. En col. Reforma, calle Emilio Carranza 203. Oaxaca, México.
En el patio central del Instituto Welte tendremos venta artesanal de textiles de San Juan Cotzocón, Talla de madera y hueso de Miahuatlán, escultura en totomoxtle de Valles Centrales y escultura en flor inmortal.
Taller de talla de madera en espina de pochotle a las 12:00 horas.
PANEL DISCUSSION—in Spanish — 4 PM
Educational Pluralism and Art
CONVERSATORIO SOBRE OAXACA — 16:00 horas
Propuestas y experiencias de una educación plural desde la mirada del arte
Participan:
- Gervasio Montero Guntenberger, Escuela Normal Bilingüe e Intercultural de Oaxaca (ENBIO)
- Edgar Pérez Ríos, Investigaciones Educativas del Departamento de Investigaciones Educativas del CINVESTAV.
- Rosa Cruz Avendaño, Universidad La Salle
Both these events will be held at the
WELTE INSTITUTE — Emilio Carranza 203, Colonia Reforma
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INTRO TO OAXACA
EVERY MONDAY @ 11:00 AM / FREE
This popular introduction to our adopted city is a great help to visitors and potential residents alike. If you're new to Oaxaca come join us for this introduction presented by a full-time resident and member of OLL. They will answer questions and give their perspective on what it's like to live in Oaxaca. No sign up necessary — just come up to the terrace and join the conversation!
¡CREA y COMPARTE!
Create and Share! (formerly Stitch n Bitch)
TUESDAYS AT 11 AM - 1 PM
FREE ON THE TERRACE
Join this weekly NEEDLE ARTS GROUP to KNIT, CROCHET, EMBROIDER and KIBBITZ. Bring your own handwork of any type. Learn from others. Make hats and scarves for our Hats and Scarves Campokids project. If you can, please donate yarn, needles or funds to buy yarn and needles for this project.
Contact Jacki Gordon for more info.
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OHM YOGA on the TERRAZA
MONDAYS • WEDNESDAYS • FRIDAYS
9:45 - 10:45 AM • MX$70 (M) MX$85 (NM)
Yoga for all levels and ages in English and Spanish. No need to sign up in advance...just come to the terrace and the class.
BRIDGE at the OLL on the TERRAZA:
TUESDAYS and FRIDAYS, 1 PM
MX$20 pesos per session
TUESDAYS: Chicago scoring with a
change in partners every four hands.
Come without a partner.
FRIDAYS: Duplicate game. Come with a partner.
More information: Contact Richard Louis
INTERCAMBIO
EVERY SATURDAY, 10 AM to 12 PM
It's fun! It's free!
An excellent way to improve your Spanish, help our Oaxacan friends and neighbors improve their English, and learn more about each other!
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To Place Your Ad in OLL's Weekly newsletter contact Adriana at the OLL
call 951 518 7077 or email library@oaxlibrary.org
Please note, the OLL avails this space to share basic information about rentals, sales, events and services, but is not responsible for the operation or quality of these rentals, sales, events or services. Inquiries about all of the ads should be directed to the listed contact and not to the OLL.
2 Weeks-MX$150 | 4 Weeks-MX$250 | 6 Months-MX$1000 | 1 Year-MX$1500
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GENERAL CONSTRUCTION/
FINISHINGS/REPAIRS
Lanberto Vasquez
Call 'Lan' for all your construction needs
• U.S. Trained
• excellent workmanship
• efficient and organized,
• a natural problem-solver
For Spanish call (cel.) 951 321 9402
English (cel.) 951 123 6682
CLICK TO SEE PHOTOS OF LAN'S WORK
exp. 09/19
AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR/CONSULTING
Dual citizen with over 30 years automotive repair and troubleshooting experience.
Bi-lingual. Available for repairs, troubleshooting and consulting with all makes and models.
Contact Rudy Sierra +1 858-247-8862 WhatsApp or email rodolfosie930@gmail.com.
exp. 10/19
BILINGUAL TECHNICAL SOFTWARE SUPPORT
Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 Android mobile devices
- Troubleshooting
- Installation of new software/updates
- Virus removal
- Training on utilization of device’s features – e.g. photo enhancement, automation
- Optimization of performance
- Reinstallation of operating system
READ MORE
Contact: Marco Jiménez
Phone number: 951-104-3938
SPANISH TEACHER
Adults, teens, children
Kimberly Dahlquist
WhatsApp: +1801-518-4598
email: senoritadahlquist@gmail.com
SEE AD
BI-LINGUAL HOME IMPROVEMENT CONSULTANT
Need help with home improvement projects? Omar Rito is a bi-lingual, licensed Oaxacan civil engineer and can assist with small- to large-projects. Reasonable prices.
CLICK HERE for more details.
Exp. 03/19
SPANISH AND CULTURE IN MOVEMENT
Our service is developed to enhance the Mexican travel experience. It provides an immersion experience of language and culture, through talks and journeys about: Mexican Spanish, History, Politics, Art, gastronomy, traditions, and journeys through other societal aspects of Oaxaca and of Mexico. These talks are always conducted through a critical and social perspective. This service is focused specifically on tourists and students from other countries. CLICK TO LEARN MORE. Facebook / arlequin.oax@gmail.com / 044 951 235 09 58.
exp: Dec19, 2019
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CALIPSO FITNESS CENTER
Ignacio Alleñde #211, Centro
951-516-8000
cfc_choax@outlook.com
If you want to exercise in Oaxaca CALIPSO is the place to be.
Weights • Cardio • Trainers • Group Classes • Showers • Dressing Rooms • Lockers
Open 6:30 AM - 10 PM Weekdays, Closed Sunday.
CLICK HERE TO SEE AD
exp. 06/19
HOLISTIC HEALTH SERVICES
IN OAXACA
US - Trained Chiropractor with 30 years of Experience.
Located in Colonia Centro, one block from Santo Domingo
Ruth G. Margolis, D.C.
Cell: 951-181-9862
margolisruth@gmail.com
By Appointment Only. Please call or email for more information.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Depression, marital issues, separation anxiety, etc.
Canadian trained
30 years experience
UTMOST CONFIDENTIALITY
Arlene Starkman, M.A.
Tel: 132 8203
arlenetstarkman@gmail.com
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LOS LIRIOS Bed & Breakfast
Just moments from OLL in the historic barrio of Jalatlaco. Breakfast included. Small groups welcomed
www.oaxacaliliesbnb.com
oaxacalilies@gmail.com
BEAUTIFUL 5 BEDROOM HOUSE
HOLIDAYS • RETREATS • EVENTS
Ideal for groups and/or families
Booking: ((951) 1028167 / chicatanaoaxaca@gmail.com
PHOTOS / MORE INFO
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LAS GRANADAS B&B
in Teotitlán del Valle
Rooms per person/per night from MX$270(shared bath) and MX$350 (private bath)
Call (52) 951 524 42 32
www.lasgranadasoaxaca.com
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FURNISHED 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW APT. FOR RENT, SAN FELIPE, OAXACA
Cute furnished 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment at the gated residence, Bungalows San Felipe, is now available from April 1st to October 1st in the neighborhood of San Felipe (less than 15 minutes north of Oaxaca’s center by car/taxi).
Our total monthly cost -- rent + utilities -- equals US$385, and this price includes all the essentials: Secure designated parking spot, WiFi, hot water, gas, electricity, and cable TV. Drinking water (garrafone) is also available for purchase on-site from our building caretaker (who takes care of garbage disposal / pick-up as well), so the home set-up is very convenient and “turn-key”. Though we would prefer a minimum of a 1-month stay, we are also open to weekly stays, at the prorated cost.
If you are interested please contact us via email: thehermsfam@gmail.com and/or via cell/text/WhatsApp (US cell works in Mexico): +1 415 706 6606
LEARN MORE / SEE PHOTOS
HOUSE FOR SALE
The solution to your dreams! Move down to Oaxaca and acquire this spacious open plan modern house (135m2) with a touch of Mexican country style on a 2000 m2 lot, all fenced. Located in the area of San Pedro de Ixtlahuaca, 20 minutes from downtown Oaxaca and 10 minutes from the Plaza Bella shopping center/movie theater. READ MORE. SEE PHOTOS.
exp. 08/19
FURNISHED HOUSE FOR LONG TERM RENTAL
3 or 4 bedroom, 3 bath house with hot tub and garden Covered garage for one car, concrete pad parking for 2 more vehicles. DETAILS CLICK HERE. Contact: WhatsApp or phone Joel +16193165569 in Spanish or moderate English—he’s on scene. Or James, owner, Whatsapp or phone +16193953441. Email English.
QUIET BUNGALOW - HUAYAPAM
Vacation Rental: short term
Charming one bedroom bungalow with independent entrance. The bungalow has a very comfortable living room where you can sit and enjoy the scenic view of Oaxaca's Sierra. There is a dining room for four as well as a fully equipped kitchen. The bedroom has a queen bed and a very spacious closet.
SEE PHOTOS
Contact Pamela
+52 951 100 9867 vazquezpamela@hotmail.com
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BOOK FOR SALE
Lynn O'Hare has written a book of poems and musings, All My Marbles. Buy your copy (MX$150) at the OLL with all proceeds going to Libros para Pueblos and the Duel Nationality Project. You can browse through it at the circulation desk and purchase your copy at the LpP offices on the terrace.
HISTORY BOOK OF OLL
David Myler's Oaxaca Lending Library: The First Fifty Years is now available in a Kindle edition. This book presents an overview of the 50-year history of an expat, volunteer organization that began as a modest lending library and developed into an important cultural institution in Oaxaca, MX.
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MEDITATION and CONVERSATION
for Real Life
Join us for our FALL SCHEDULE of meditations and salons in the Arquitos in Central Oaxaca. We're on break until September at our Arquitos location but our regular schedule continues at our San Felipe location throughout the year.
Open to all. Free with donations welcome. Schedule and info: oaxacazen.com or email D Allen.
Open to all. Free with donations welcome.
HOLY TRINITY ANGLICAN / EPISCOPAL CHURCH
211 Crespo, Col. Centro
Regular Sunday services at 10:30 AM.
Telephone 951 514 3799
holytrinityoax.com
holytrinityoax@gmail.com
AA MEETINGS in ENGLISH
Rayon 303 B (east of Fiallo) Centro.
Mon & Thurs 7 - 8 PM / Sat 9-10 AM
LGBT BREAKFAST
Every Wednesday, 9:30 AM
Restaurante 100% Natural,
Dr. Liceaga 115, Centro
English spoken. For more info contact Bruce Stores.
BRIDGE at the OLL
Tuesdays and Fridays, 1 PM
MX$20 pesos per session
Tuesdays: Chicago scoring with a change in partners every four hands. Come without a partner.
Fridays: Duplicate game.
Come with a partner.
More information: Richard Louis.
 CANADIANS IN OAXACA
If you want to financially assist some local non-government organizations, you are now eligible for charitable tax receipts through CANFRO. CANFRO’s story, its Oaxacan partner organizations and its projects are described at www.canfro.ca. Donations can be made in Oaxaca or through the website.
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OAXACA EATS FOOD TOURS
Eat, drink and discover the magic of Oaxaca on a cultural, walking food tour with Oaxaca Eats Food Tours. Taste over 20 traditional and innovative foods, moles, and drinks from locally-owned restaurants and shops. Walk the streets of historic Centro with a local. Discover why food tourism is the #1 trend in travel. Tours 12-4pm Tues, Fri, and Sat. Tickets and more information at www.oaxacaeatsfoodtours.com
SEE ART.
PERSONALIZED TOUR /
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Personalized transportation and tour services by bilingual Omar Rito.
Contact Oaxaca Experience Tours for your next outing or adventure. Completely customized. Comfortable, reliable, secure and punctual. References available.
CLICK FOR MORE INFO.
exp. 12/19
MONTHLY TOURS ISTHMUS OF TEHUANTEPEC
Would you like to visit a different place rich in culture?
Do you want to know the Zapotec culture of the Isthmus? The Zapotec language, gastronomy, traditions, the third gender (Muxes), or about the real existence or not of the matriarchal system and more. Spanish and Culture in Movement has a sociocultural trip every month to the Isthmus of Tehuantepec (Juchitán de Zaragoza). Dare to know more about the culture of Oaxaca!
CLICK to read recent testimonial.
More information contact us at
arlequin.oax@gmail.com
or call 044 951 235 0958
 MEZCAL EDUCATIONAL EXCURSIONS OF OAXACA
Single day excursions to authentic, untouristy, artisanal distilleries, with a federally licensed authority.
www.mezcaleducationaltours.com
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