Classical Music on the Beach

Bambu Beach hosted Bach on the Beach concert as a food drive benefit for the orphanage in San Jorge, Nicaragua. A five member ensemble from Camareta Bach of Managua, played for a large crowd. The admission to the event was 10 pounds of rice or beans, 10 canned food items, or C$400. All the proceeds went to Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos orphanage. Sponsors of the event were: Delta Air Lines, Stones and Waves Veterinary Clinic, Piedras y Olas Hotel & Resort, Fundacion A. Jean Brugger, and Bambu Beach. CLICK HERE for more photos.

Monica's Baby

Monica, a spider monkey at Piedras y Olas Hotel & Resort, delivered a baby yesterday, 22 September 2007. She and the young are under the care of Stones & Waves Veterinary Clinic.
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Art in the Park

Art in the Park was held on Saturday 26 May 2007 at the Central Park in San Juan del Sur. The event focused on artists of all kinds - painters, sculptors, photographers, jewelers and food vendors. Many local artists shared their skill with school children by teaching painting and mosaic pottery. Local food vendors provided food and refreshment to the crowd. The highlight of the day was the raffle of 10 bicycles to local children. The bicycles were donated by residents and businesses of SJdS. Art in the Park was organized by Stones & Waves Veterinary Clinic. Sponsors included DHL Express, Delta Air Lines, Piedras y Olas Hotel & Resort, Fundación A. Jean Brugger, and as well as many local businesses. Click here for more photos of Art in the Park!

Animal Rescue

These foxes were among the animals that were recently rescued in San Juan del Sur. Other animals included ducks, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, pacas and pisotes. Often times young animals are captured (at the expense of the mother) and raised as pets. When the owners cannot care for them, they are taken in by Stone & Waves Veterinary Clinic and Wildlife Center. The animals are evaluated and determined whether they can be reintroduced into the wild. Many animals have been treated and released by the center. Unfortunately for these foxes they cannot be released because they lack hunting skills and have no fear of humans. One of the goals of Stones & Waves Veterinary Clinic and Wildlife Center is to teach wildlife conservation to the community at large.

Nicaraguan Art

Nicaraguan art (paintings) are usually colorful and vibrant and depicts daily life. Dan Polley has photographed many of these paintings. Nicaraguan Painting Gallery. Art in the Park will be held on May 26, 2007 in San Juan del Sur. This all-day community event will celebrate local artists of all types. This includes painters, sculptors, musicians, craftsmen, cooks and dancers. Painting classes will be held for kids as well as raffles, games, and prizes. For more information, click here.