We had an enthusiastic second meeting of parents who are interested in having their children attend the new Palapa Middle School. Twenty sets of parents attended the meeting at the new library site of the Palapa Learning Center. Everyone participated and asked questions, even some of the children. Click here to read more.
February 2017 Newsletter: We’ve named our Community Library
Our February Newsletter is hot off the press and filled with new updates and information about our NEW Book Club, Click here to read more.
January 2017 Newsletter
Our January 2017 Newsletter has lot’s of new and exciting updates. Click here to check out this special edition.
Carrera de Todos Santos 5/10K
Come Run or Walk|
March 25, 2017|
7:30 am Check-in and/or Registration
at Plaza Publica, Todos Santos, BCS|
Advanced registration encouraged.|
• 9:00 am Romex 10K
• 9:15 am La Esquina 5K|
All participants must check in.
Races begin at Plaza Publica.
Donation Fee: $10 USD or $200 MXP.
Register online below.
Souvenir bib will be provided at check-in the day of the event. Please bring a copy of your registration receipt to ease check in. Races will happen rain or shine. No refunds available.
Day’s Events
- Runners will be timed using RFID chip system.
- Supporter check points.
- Awards Ceremony after race in Plaza Publica
Back by Popular Demand
The Palapa Society run is back after a two-year hiatus due to Hurricane Odile and a year of repaving streets in Todos Santos. The run is officially called the Carrera de Todos Santos 5/10K. With its return, the run has expanded to 2 races. The La Esquina 5K run and the Romex 10K race will now be offered to runners in our Pueblo Magico. Begun in 2009, The Palapa Society is organizing this benefit run in Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, intended to bring together the people of our community for good health, a fun experience, and a great cause.
If you are a seasoned athlete or running your first organized event, the two options make this an ideal run for you. This annual event will be held on Saturday, March 25th, 2017. Registration begins that day at 7:30 a.m. with the race at 9 a.m. Plan to arrive early for warm ups and registration.
Course Route
The run route will begin and end at the Todos Santos Town Plaza with the 5K staying primarily on paved streets with a little section of unpaved roads. The 10K will initially follow the same route but then head south out toward Punta Lobos on the dirt road. Volunteers will be stationed along the marked route to direct, cheer you on, and provide water. To view course map, click here.
About The Palapa Society of Todos Santos, A.C.
The Palapa Society of Todos Santos, A.C. is a Mexican non-profit organization providing enhanced educational opportunities for the youth of Todos Santos and Pescadero. Our organization provides many programs including English language classes for children and adults, art, summer water safety and ecology classes, high school and university scholarships, and will soon open a SEP-certified Middle and High School in August 2017 at the new Palapa Learning Center.
Proceeds from the 5K/10K event will provide funding for all current programs and help finance the future of our students. Come join us for this fun-filled family event.
For information on the run, the programs, how to DONATE, or volunteer contact the Palapa Society at: info@palapasociety.org
Registration Information
Advanced registration encouraged.
In person advanced registration available March 23 & 24 at Cafelix 10 am – 2 pm
Day of the event registration at 7:30 am at Plaza Publico, Todos Santos
OR Advanced Registration Online with credit card or Paypal using a button below:
(US $ or MXN $)
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Palapa Learning Center Open House
Please join us for a Palapa Learning Center Open House on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, from 3 – 5 pm.
That day we are opening the construction site of the future Palapa Learning Center to everyone. Enjoy refreshments, meet the Director of the Middle and High School, and tour the three buildings at their mid-point of construction.
We’ll have bilingual docents on hand to provide information on how each space will be utilized. Meet the people behind the scenes whose hard work and dedication are making this dream a reality.
Location: On Del Huerto next to Aliser market in
Todos Santos, BCS, MX.
Check Out November’s Newsletter
Exciting times here at Palapa!
Lot’s of new information, events, and special announcements in this months issue. To check out our November Newsletter, click here.
Back to School: September 2016 Newsletter
September means the fall is here and school is starting up! Check out the September Newsletter to meet our new Palapa Learning Center Director; Juan Diego Gonzalez Castro! Click here to see our September Newsletter
August 2016 Newsletter
August 2016 was an exciting time for Palapa. To check out our Summer Camp and Palapa Learning Center Ground Breaking Ceremony, click here for August 2016 Newsletter