8 Artwalk

The free, self-guided tour of 30+ artist’s galleries and workshops continues. 4-8 pm. Centro Historico. Info, maps: www.artwalkmazatlan.com.

2 Audubon Bird Count

Estero del Yugo, a 27-acre protected estuary in the northern Cerritos Beach area, offers great birding, with birds such as the Black-throated Magpie-Jay, Purplish Jay, Citreoline Trogon, migratory ducks, egrets, ibis, spoonbills and more. Anyone interested in participating in this annual Bird Count is welcome. Free to participate. Info: 669-940-8687, www.senderomexico.com, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

8 Carnaval 2010 / Child Queens, King & Prince of Joy

At this third and final vote count, the King and Prince of Joy and Child Queens of Carnaval 2010 will be awarded their crowns to the delight of their many fans, who will fill the Plaza with placards, balloons and other accoutremént of the campaign. Free. 6pm, Plaza Republica, Centro.

12 “Write-On Maz”

Six published English-language authors who live full or part-time here present their works at a fundraising event for the Mazatlan Lending Library. Stella Bell, Susan Carnes, Ruth Clarke, Marshall Mason, PJ Reece and Ethel Stockton will host a discussion panel. Wine, hors d’ouevres, live music and a raffle are also part of the fun. Tickets at Mazatlan Lending Library, Sixto Osuna, Centro. Cost: $200. 2pm, Museo de Arte courtyard across from the library in Centro.  

16 “Romance of Tablao” Flamenco

Local flamenco troupe Miura Flamenco Expression teams with an international cast of dancers - including one of Mexico’s most well-known, Marién Luévano - to present an energetic new version of this passion-filled tale of love and hate. Brought to life with live musical accompaniment of guitar, flute, violin and of course the expressive percussion characteristic of flamenco. 5pm and 8pm. Tickets: $100, $150, $180, $200 pesos. Angela Peralta Theater, Plaza Machado, Centro.

16 Noroeste / Hospice Mazatlán Golf Tournament

Enjoy a day of fantastic golf at Estrella del Mar’s gorgeous beachfront course while helping a good cause! This third annual sell-out event features free transportation, buffet breakfast & BBQ lunch, awards ceremony with skill & team trophies and prizes and tons of fun. Tee time is 10am. Registration fee: $1,300 pesos. Call to reserve space. Info, tickets: 918-6180, 913-3683.

20, 21 Curtis “Blues” Newton

One of the hottest young stars on the Canadian blues circuit, Winnipeg-native Curtis Newton comes to town for a smokin’ hot weekend of raucous, sassy, soulful blues. Watch out once he gets that guitar in his hands! Assigned seating, 8pm. $120. Canucks, Paseo Claussen, Olas Altas. Info, tickets: www.canucksinmaz.com.

21 / Ongoing Intercambio Gráfica Printmaking Exchange: NY-Mazatlán

Three studios and 10 artists exchange and exhibit their work and ideas in two host cities. From Mazatlán, artist/professor Lucila Santiago of the Municipal School of the Arts and artist Glen Rogers will work with five artists from Bluseed Studios in Saranac Lake, NY, creating etchings, monotypes, hand-made paper and linoleum block prints. In July, five local artists will travel to NY and do the same. Free. Through Mar. 21. Opening Reception: 7pm, Jan. 21. Angela Peralta Theatre Gallery (downstairs gallery), Plaza Machado, Centro.

30 Elisa Perez Meza

Elisa's repertoire includes romantica, tango, flamenco and music written and performed by her father, Luis Perez Meza. Accompanied by her own musicians on guitar, percussion and violin, her monthly concert takes place in the garden of this museum. 8:30pm. Limited space. Info, reservations: 981-7987.Cost: $100-$120. Museo Casa de los Perez Meza, #510 Melchor Ocampo, Centro.

The M! List

January 13, 14 “A Tribute to Frank”

with Dennis James singing the classics from Frank Sinatra. Tickets: $60. Canucks, Paseo Claussen, Olas Altas. Info, tickets: www.canucksinmaz.com. 

27, 28 Dave Barter Memorial Blues Festival

Nothin’ but the blues here, for an evening of fuin and dancing. With Richie & Shelly Hardridge and Tom Dowden. Cost: $100. Canucks, Paseo Claussen, Olas Altas. Info, tickets: www.canucksinmaz.com.

29 Spectaculare Fundraiser

A Silent Auction, dinner, drinks and a fantastic show are all part of this annual fundraiser for Hands Across the Borders. At Spectaculare, on Camaron Sabalo in the GZ. $300 MN/ $30 US. Tickets at El Cid Club House reception, Pacific Pearl office, HAB meeting. Info: 916-0122.