San Pancho, Nayarit, Mexico – The town of San Pancho is currently experiencing a wave of positive energy, fueled by impactful community endeavors and eagerly anticipated events.
Entreamigos’ XI Literary Week: “The Mystery of Origin”
Entreamigos is gearing up to host its XI Literary Week, a captivating journey into “The Mystery of Origin” from May 26-29. This special week will immerse participants in the imaginative worlds crafted by authors Ana Paula Ojeda and Juan Palomino in their books Serpiente: espiral del tiempo, Jaguar: corazón de la montaña, Tlacuache: ladrón del fuego, and Monos: mensajeros del viento. Through engaging workshops, activities, and presentations, attendees will delve into the fundamental nature of storytelling and the enchantment held within language.
Building on the success of last year, which saw over 500 students from San Pancho and neighboring areas participate, an even greater turnout is expected this year. The week’s exciting lineup includes the popular literary treasure hunt, an evening dedicated to adult poetry, and cozy campfire gatherings featuring shared stories and pizza. Entreamigos extends its heartfelt gratitude to its dedicated staff and volunteers for their tireless efforts in bringing this remarkable week to life, and to the community for its continued enthusiastic involvement. Further details regarding schedules and activities will be shared soon.
Free Sterilization: A Community Action with Great Impact
In other uplifting news, San Pancho Animales recently orchestrated a highly successful free sterilization campaign on April 28th and 29th. This impactful community action saw 100 dogs and cats receive sterilization, a significant step towards improving the health and overall well-being of the local animal population and the surrounding environment. The dedication of participating veterinarians, volunteers, and the unified support of the community made this achievement possible.
San Pancho Animales continues to exemplify how commitment and collaborative work can yield enduring positive change, contributing to the prevention of animal abandonment, the control of overpopulation, and the promotion of a safer, healthier shared living space. Entreamigos proudly acknowledges this valuable community service and celebrates the ongoing positive influence it brings to San Pancho.
The IX Environmental Fair “From the Roots to the Sky”: An Unforgettable Celebration!
Adding to the season of positive community engagement, the IX Environmental Fair, aptly themed “From the Roots to the Sky,” offered an unforgettable day of learning and connection on April 9th at Plaza del Sol. This free event fostered a sense of environmental stewardship, bringing together children, adolescents, educators, families, community groups, volunteers, and various organizations in a joyful celebration of caring for our planet.
The fair featured a diverse array of workshops, informative exhibitions, interactive activities, engaging games, inspiring environmental projects, and delicious food stalls, all made possible by the active and enthusiastic involvement of the entire community. This successful event continues to cultivate environmental awareness, build new pathways for harmonious coexistence with nature, and strengthen the bonds that unite the community.
Inspiring Collaboration: ITESO at Entreamigos
Entreamigos recently welcomed the ITESO University of Guadalajara with open arms from April 2nd to 5th. During this visit, students and professors shared their knowledge and skills, significantly enhancing the Eco-design and Recycling initiatives at Entreamigos. This inspiring collaboration underscores Entreamigos’ deep commitment to sustainability and provides further motivation to continue growing with responsibility and a strong sense of environmental consciousness. Entreamigos expresses gratitude to ITESO for their trust in community-based work and for joining this valuable network of learning, creativity, and positive transformation.
380 kg of Plastic Recycled, Thanks to You!
The collective efforts of the community and Entreamigos’ recycling program have yielded impressive results, with 380 kg of plastic successfully sent for recycling at the end of April. A significant portion of this material was collected during the vacation period, thanks to those who separate their waste and place it in the appropriate containers. This achievement highlights the powerful impact of small, consistent actions taken by individuals within the community.
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Located at Av. Tercer Mundo No. 12 in San Francisco, Nayarit, Mexico, Entreamigos is an active community center whose primary focus is to increase educational opportunities for the children of San Pancho. To achieve these goals Entreamigos runs an art collective non-profit store, a library, a computer center and a collection of educational and community based workshops and initiatives. Entreamigos is entirely funded by donations and almost completely run by volunteers. To learn more about our programs and activities please visit entreamigos.org.mx, or Follow Us On Social Media.
