Tara A. Spears
At first glance, our small coastal town might seem like there isn’t a lot of things to do besides the beach. Visitors and those new to the three sister towns might not be aware of the delightful opportunities for fun. Even if you read Facebook, it’s easy to miss a post telling about an event.
While this list is not all inclusive- some groups have not finalized their date- at least you’ll be aware of the major events. Even more impressive that the menus, entertainment and super auctions is that these are all non-profit events. That means that the good time benefits a target group in the community.
Win, win, win! No matter what your preference, you can help homeless animals, provide university education to students that could not otherwise afford to go, or support women struggling with cancer, to name a few of the objectives.
A real strength of the community of Jaltemba Bay is the strong bond between foreigners and locals to work together to address a need. All of the group event announcements can be saved if you click on them. Please contact the group directly (most are on Facebook) to purchase tickets, volunteer, or donate.
The oldest group in JB is the Women to Women Scholarships. Other long -time organizations are the El Famoso Horseshoe Tournament on the beach and JBAR (Jaltemba Bay Animal Resources.) the Cancer de Mama Clinic has been hugely effective for more than 15 years and has what is now known as The Rock the Block our community cares street party in February.
It’s important to remember that all of these events are organized and implemented by volunteers, most of whom are only part-time residents. A tremendous amount of time and effort goes into putting together the entertainment and decorations, so please be kind in your comments. The out sourcing of the caterers and renting the setup is a big boost to the local economy.
Do things lag? Sometimes. Do they run out of items, yep. I can honestly say that I was impressed with every event that I have attended in the last 17 years- and I had a good time!
These are good hearted people that give of their time to make a difference. Just relaxing and meeting new people is amazing and knowing that this party is helping other people or homeless animals- too much fun!
Of course, there are lots of quality restaurants in JB and many will provide live music weekly. Another happening that is really worth the time is the free Saturday night concerts in February at the Guayabitos Plaza-excellent performances. You’ll soon find a favorite and get to know their performance schedule.
Don’t miss out on the unique entertainment options that are available when visiting Jaltemba Bay. Enjoy the culture and the scenic beach.
Everyone needs to eat so why not have it support a cause? “Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference.”
