GIFF University Rally
The State of Guanajuato supports the talent of young aspiring filmmakers. This year’s Guanajuato International Film Festival (GIFF) presented six Guanajuatense teams that will be part of the 13th «Identity and Belonging» documentary contest. Six more teams from all over the country will compete in the 14th edition of the «University Rally.» Juan José Álvarez Brunel, Secretary of Tourism for the State of Guanajuato; Francisco Javier Valverde Polin, director of Tourism Development; and Sara Hoch, director of GIFF will do the presentations of these young university students whose stories were filmed in the state.
Tunki Rooftop in San Miguel
Recognized as one of «The 50 Best Bars in the World» in 2022, the speakeasy Handshake brought mixology from Mexico City to San Miguel de Allende. Tunki Rooftop was inaugurated last week at Casa de Sierra Nevada at the Belmond Hotel. Tunki Rooftop by Handshake offers innovative creations and authentic Peruvian cuisine. The name ‘tunki’ refers to the official bird of Peru.
This San Miguel terrace celebrates the union of various cultures drawing inspiration from the Costa, Selva, and Altiplano regions of Peru. Each of them has a distinct personality and flavors that create an incomparable gastronomic experience.
Cervantino International Festival Edition 51
The 51st edition of the International Cervantino Festival (FIC) will take place from October 13 to 29, 2023. Sonora and the United States will be the guests of honor. Last week, at the Palacio de Bellas Artes, the Governor of Guanajuato, Diego Sinhue Rodríguez Vallejo, presided over the presentation of this new edition in the Cervantes Capital of America where world culture converges. “It will be a great festival with two super luxury guests; Sonora and the United States are great because of their cultural worldview. “More than 1.5 million Guanajuatenses live in the United States; it is also a friendly and partner country of Guanajuato; ties of friendship and cooperation will be strengthened with Sonora,” commented the Governor.
Cleaning days in the Main Garden
Cleaning days were held in the Main Square and central streets after Carnival. There was synergy between the municipal team of Limpia and the vendors to maintain our World Heritage City in optimal condition. During this time, the night crew of 80 people from the Department of Public Services and Quality of Life participated. They were divided into cleaners and pipe workers, as well as 92 merchants, with more than 1.2 tons of garbage collected. Thank you for the great work that the Limpia team does and for keeping our streets always clean!
Presentation of the Book “Teachers” – The Ones I Can’t Forget
After four decades of covering wars, revolutions, and natural disasters taking on warlords and mass murderers—award-winning journalist Martin Fletcher learned about peace from the most unlikely place. It came from ordinary people he met on the worst days. Candid and inspiring, the book “Teachers” shares the little stories that lead to the best lessons. Fletcher’s career as a war correspondent helped him face his own family tragedy and taught him gratitude and resilience. That it is possible, and necessary, to accept and move on. The book presentation will take place this Saturday, the 11th, at 4pm at the Biblioteca Publica. Buy your tickets at: https://teatrosantaana.org/…/teachers-the-ones-i-cant…/ or directly at the Theater box office.
Yale Symphony Orchestra
The Yale Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1965 by a small group of Yale students. They wanted an ensemble dedicated to performing orchestral repertoire. We will be fortunate to hear them in concert on March 16 at 7pm at the San Francisco church. The presentation includes works by composers Christopher Theofanidis, Carl Reinecke, Jean Sibelius, and José Pablo Moncayo. Don’t miss this great opportunity! Get your tickets at: https://www.festivalsanmiguel.com/yale-synphonic-orchestra or at the San Francisco church office.
