http://www.peruthisweek.com/rss.xml PeruthisWeek 12/12/2011 en-us PeruthisWeek 2012-05-17T16:01:56+01:00 PeruthisWeek PeruthisWeek http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-734-Wine-pairing-dinner-at-Country-Club-Hotel/ The Country Club hotel will be pairing the award-winning wines from Chile's Santa Carolina vineyards with a delicious, five-course meal. For more information, call 611-7171 /611-7161. 2012-05-17 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-734-Wine-pairing-dinner-at-Country-Club-Hotel/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-733-Champions-League-Finals-at-Fiesta/ Watch the Champions League finals at Fiesta Casino. Chelsea and Bayern Munich duke it out on Lima's largest HD screen. 2012-05-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-733-Champions-League-Finals-at-Fiesta/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-726-Roosevelt-Schools-International-Kermesse/ Roosevelt School invites you to their International Kermesse! Join them for a day of family fun that will feature food and drink stands, games, tombola, a parade and talent shows. 10:30am-9pm. 2012-05-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-726-Roosevelt-Schools-International-Kermesse/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-727-Lima-Walks-Plaza-San-Martín/ This Saturday afternoon May 12th, Lima Walks organizes a 2 hour walk around Plaza San Martín, focused on architecture from the first half of the 20th century when Lima experienced two periods of urban renewal, between 1920 and 1925 and between 1945 and 1950. The tour includes exclusive visits to the Sudamerica Building and the Italia Building, which are both representative of these periods. 2012-05-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-727-Lima-Walks-Plaza-San-Martín/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-728-SAE-and-Inside-Lima-La-Victoria--/ Carlos Morelli from InsideLima will be speaking about La Victoria district of Lima. Some of its most notable landmarks include Polvos Azules black market, the San Cosme and El Pino hills, La Parada Market and the Alianza Lima Stadium. 6pm-8pm. 2012-05-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-728-SAE-and-Inside-Lima-La-Victoria--/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-729-SAEs-Ceviche-Night/ SAE invites you to their ceviche night. Learn to prepare ceviche with Ericka LaMadrid from Delectable Peru Gourmettours. 6pm. 2012-05-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-729-SAEs-Ceviche-Night/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-730-Salón-del-Cacao-y-Chocolate-Perú-2012/ Chocolate lovers, Salón del Cacao y Chocolate Perú is back! Attend the conferences, enjoy master classes by chocolatiers and visit the stands to taste an array of chocolate delicacies. 2012-05-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-730-Salón-del-Cacao-y-Chocolate-Perú-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-731-Drawings-by-Leonardo-da-Vinci/ San Marcos University brings to Lima the genius of Leonardo Da Vinci as an inventor, artist, scientist, anatomist, engineer, architect by hosting an exhibit highlighting his drawings and Renaissance art. 10am-5pm 2012-05-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-731-Drawings-by-Leonardo-da-Vinci/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-732-Peru-Art-Week-2012/ Peru Art Week is in its 8th year. Its programming combines, music, art and other artistic expressions. This event attempts to bring artistic creativity in a new and engaging way with free ativities available to the public like their famous Gallery Nights, talks, workshops, concerts, gallery shows, live painting and more. Free admission. 2012-05-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-732-Peru-Art-Week-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-725-Mothers-Day-at-Hacienda-Mamacona/ Hacienda Mamacona has a special program set up to celebrate all of the wonderful mothers out there, with a lunch before, music and dance show, and paso horse exhibition. S/.140 for adults, S/.70 for children. 2012-05-07 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-725-Mothers-Day-at-Hacienda-Mamacona/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-722-Achuma/ The story of a Shaman's initiation expressed through the arts of contemporary circus. 7:30pm. For reservations email reservas@hotelsolyluna.com. 2012-05-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-722-Achuma/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-723-Dutch-Week-in-Lima/ Lima celebrates Dutch Week! The week kicks off celebrating Queen's Day (Apr 30), and will be followed by a cyclothon, a Dutch-themed fair and many activities for children on May 6th. 2012-05-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-723-Dutch-Week-in-Lima/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-724-SAEs-Downtown-Walking-Tour-with-InsideLima-/ South American Explorers invites you to join their walking tour with Carlos Morelli from InsideLima. They will be visiting points of interest in downtown Lima, The tour will last approximately 3 hours, and will conclude with a refreshment at a local restaurant. 2012-05-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-724-SAEs-Downtown-Walking-Tour-with-InsideLima-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-721-NBA-Playoffs-at-Fiesta/ In Lima and not sure where to catch the NBA playoffs? Join Fiesta's viewing parties this Saturday, May 5th and Sunday, May 6th and watch the games from their giant HD screen (26ftx26ft). There will be specials on chicken wings, beer and cocktails! 2012-05-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-721-NBA-Playoffs-at-Fiesta/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-718-Choir-Concert-Heinz-Chapel-Choir-from-Pittsburgh/ The PUCP Madrigalists Choir invites you to their lates concert this May 3rd, where they will be joined by the Heinz Chapel Choir visiting from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They will perform works by Sandström, Parker, Durufle, Estevez, Clausen, Koepke, Hatfield. Free admission. 8pm. 2012-05-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-718-Choir-Concert-Heinz-Chapel-Choir-from-Pittsburgh/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-719-Free-Comic-Book-Day/ Free Comic Book Day is a single day - the first Saturday in May each year - when participating comic book shops around the world give away comic books for free to anyone who comes into their stores. This will be Peru's 2nd year joining in on the fun. There will also be exhibits, workshops, talks, contests, prizes and more! Free admission. 10am-6pm. 2012-05-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-719-Free-Comic-Book-Day/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-720-Kina-Malpartida-vs-Sriphrae-Nongkipahuyuth/ Peru’s beloved boxing champ, Kina Malpartida, will defend her WBA female super featherweight world title against Thailand's Sriphrae Nongkipahuyuth on May 19th. 6pm. 2012-05-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-720-Kina-Malpartida-vs-Sriphrae-Nongkipahuyuth/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-713-Joaquín-Cortés-CALÉ/ World-renown Flamenco dancer Joaquín Cortés celebrates 30-years as a dancer, choreographer and creative director with his latest show, CALÉ. CALÉ, which means Gypsy in Romani, brings together the best of the six performances the artist previously directed: Cibayi, Pasión Gitana, Soul, Live, Amor Y Odio, and Mi Soledad. 2012-04-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-713-Joaquín-Cortés-CALÉ/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-714-Disney-On-Ice-Treasure-Trove/ Your favorite Disney characters and stories brought to life on ice. This skating spectacular brings you some of Disney's favorite animated characters: Rapunzel and Flynn, Tiana, Cinderella, Jasmine, Pocahontas, Ariel, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Mulan, Snow White, Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Simba, Nala, Pumbaa and Timon and much more! 2012-04-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-714-Disney-On-Ice-Treasure-Trove/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-715-Maroon-5-Concert-/ World famous Pop band from California, Maroon, 5 will hold it's first concert in Peru this August as part of their world tour promoting their latest album, Overexposed. 2012-04-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-715-Maroon-5-Concert-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-716-Crazy-Horse-Paris/ Crazy Horse Paris celebrates the beauty and sensuality of women. One of the most avant-garde cabaret in Paris, Crazy Horse stars beautiful dancers and sensuous choreography as well as showcases the female form as art. 2012-04-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-716-Crazy-Horse-Paris/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-717-Kuna-fashion-show-for-a-good-cause/ Kuna will be presenting its Fall/Winter collection of alpaca wool creations as part of Lima Fashion Week. The best part? All the profits from the ticket sale will go to the Alliance to Support the National Institute of Neoplastic Diseases (ALINEN), an organization dedicated to the fight against cancer. Tickets are available at ALINEN's offices: Angamos con Aviación, Instituto de Neoplásicas 109 – A (San Borja) or at Kuna's stores. They cost S/.60. 2012-04-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-717-Kuna-fashion-show-for-a-good-cause/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-709-Julio-Iglesias-Concert/ World famous Spanish singer Julio Iglesias will be stopping in Lima as part of his world tour. 8:30pm. 2012-04-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-709-Julio-Iglesias-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-710-Celtic-Legends/ Irish dance show, Celtic Legends, returns to Peru as part of their South American tour one year after their first visit to our capital. 2012-04-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-710-Celtic-Legends/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-711-Eva-Ayllón-Concert/ Eva Ayllon, Peru's foremost Afro-Peruvian singer, will hold a special creole-symphonic Mother's Day concert in Lima's Parque de la Exposición this May 13th. 7pm. 2012-04-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-711-Eva-Ayllón-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-712-Gian-Marco-20th-Anniversary-Concert/ Gian Marco, one of Peru's most popular singers and winner of a 2011 Latin Grammy, celebrates 20 years in the business with special international and local guests who will join him on stage.8pm. 2012-04-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-712-Gian-Marco-20th-Anniversary-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-708-InterNations-Expat-and-Networking-Party/ Make new friends, share your experiences about life in Peru, and enjoy a night with other global minds! InterNations brings together people from around 40 countries together to mingle, network and simply have a great time at Lima’s biggest monthly Expat and Networking Party. Join them in Miraflores at the Thunderbird Hotel Fiesta on Wednesday, April 25th. There will be 2x1 specials on various cocktails, a DJ, a very special raffle and much more. 7:30pm-12:00am. 2012-04-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-708-InterNations-Expat-and-Networking-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-705-Secretarys-Day-at-Fiesta-Casino/ Salsa's Bar and Grill at the Fiesta Casino is celebrating the secretaries of Lima. Everyone who presents a photo idea proving that they are a secreatary will receive a 40% discount on the criollo buffet, from noon until 4. There will also be prizes and a live show. 2012-04-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-705-Secretarys-Day-at-Fiesta-Casino/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-706-La-Cata-Wine-Tasting-Festival/ La Casa Prado de Miraflores will host La Cata, a festival where more than 400 companies from 20 countries come together to showcase their best whiskeys, piscos, rums, beers and other spirits. There will also be demonstrations and classes by renown sommeliers, wine experts and bar tenders. 2012-04-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-706-La-Cata-Wine-Tasting-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-707-Novalima-Concert/ Popular Afro-Peruvian band Novalima celebrates the world release of their latest album Karimba. Join them for a live show at Barranco's Sargento Pimienta! 11pm. 2012-04-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-707-Novalima-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-701-22nd-Lima-Jazz-Festival/ Lima's 22nd Jazz Festival returns. There will be live performances by local and international bands as well as master classes and a talk on Afro-Peruvian music and Italian Jazz. Mon 16: Bill Anschell Trio (USA). Tue 17: Javier Girotto and Francesco Nastro Duet (Italy). Wed 18: Zavescopio (Peru). Thu 19: Rio Vermelho Quartet (Brazil). Fri 20: Karlhos Misajel (Peru). Sat 21: Soul System (Peru). Classes: 11am. Performances: 7:30pm. Free admission to both classes. 2012-04-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-701-22nd-Lima-Jazz-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-702-UCSURs-7th-International-Theater-Festival/ UCSUR's theater returns for a seventh edition. There will be an array of workshops and performances by artists from France, Spain, USA, Mexico Argentina, Ecuador, Chile and Peru. Sign up for classes on children's theater, production, stage design, voice, theater politics and much more. 2012-04-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-702-UCSURs-7th-International-Theater-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-703-Lima-Fashion-Week-2012/ Lima Fashion Week 2012 sets the stage for Peru's best designers as they display their latest collections! 2012-04-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-703-Lima-Fashion-Week-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-704-Words-of-Peace-Global-with-Prem-Rawat/ Prem Rawat, internationally recognized as Ambassador of Peace visits Lima “Peace has to be present in all of our lives. It’s not the world that needs peace but people. When the people that inhabit this world are at peace, the world will be at peace” In 2011 he spoke live to over 500,000 people at 147 events worldwide. 2012-04-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-704-Words-of-Peace-Global-with-Prem-Rawat/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-700-Wine-Pairing-Night-at-Country-Club-Lima/ Enjoy select appetizers and first plates paired with delicious wines by the glass with local wine expert Soledad Marroquín Muñoz at the Country Club Lima Hotel. For more information call 611-7171 or 611-7161 or email cclub@hotelcountry.com. 8:30pm - 9:00pm. 2012-04-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-700-Wine-Pairing-Night-at-Country-Club-Lima/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-699-Daphne-Zileri-photo-exhibition/ Look at the lifetime works of this distinguished Peruvian photographer. 2012-04-17 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-699-Daphne-Zileri-photo-exhibition/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-698-Cuatro-en-un-Baúl-Art-and-Design-Sale/ The girls from Cuatro en un Baúl are back! Find all kinds of art and design items: restored or new; local and international; as well as from established and emerging artists. Find them all in this unique weekend trunk sale. This year there will be works available from Fito Espinosa, Gianmarco Magnani, Patty Gygax, Rudolph Castro, 4D2 Studio (Rafael Lanfranco and Alonso Saavedra), Cecilia Carrión, Gabriel Alayza and Michela Casassa. Sat 28: 11am-8pm. Sun 29: 11am-6pm. 2012-04-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-698-Cuatro-en-un-Baúl-Art-and-Design-Sale/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-691-Peru-Fest-2012-Festival-of-New-Peruvian-Films/ Peru Fest, in New York City, is the first festival to be exclusively dedicated to the Peruvian Cinema. It presents the most recent cinematographic productions of the new generation of Peruvian directors. This second edition theme is: Cinema Memory of the Internal Armed Conflict in Peru. All films have English subtitles. Admission to all screenings is free and open to the general public with valid ID. 2012-04-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-691-Peru-Fest-2012-Festival-of-New-Peruvian-Films/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-692-Lima-Camina-Family-Walk/ Join Limeños in a family walk to promote well being. There will be free blood pressure screenings (7:30am-9am) and a live show that will include Tai Chi, modern dance, aerobics, folkloric gymnastics and a dance off (10:30am-12pm). The walk will be from 9am to 10:30am. Free admission. 2012-04-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-692-Lima-Camina-Family-Walk/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-693-Tuerca-Meeting-/ Join Grill Conquistadores for their first Tuerca meeting which will include a classic cars exhibit: Ferrari, Audi, Aston Martin, Porsche and Ford GT40. There will be giant HD screens showing videos from Tuerca collections as well as the Senna - Speed and Sound film. There will also be Pisco Sours, anticuchos, pollo a la brasa, lomo saltado, dessert and more. 8pm. 2012-04-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-693-Tuerca-Meeting-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-694-Cajoneada-2012-/ This year the International Peruvian Cajón Festival hopes to break a Guinness Record by gathering more than 1,500 cajoneros to play in Centro de Lima's Plaza de Armas. To take part just bring a cajón and a white t-shirt to the plaza on Saturday, April 14, at 10am. 2012-04-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-694-Cajoneada-2012-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-695-Latin-American-Documentaries/ This April get to see best documentaries in Latin America and the Caribbean at the Centro de Lima. Thu 12: TVenezuela (Venezuela), Barrabas (Venezuela), and El Tiempo de la cosecha (Harvest Time) (Cuba). Thu 19: Empleadas y Patrones (Maids and their Bosses) (Panama). Thu 26: Peruvian cinema (to be announced). All films will be in Spanish. 7:30pm. 2012-04-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-695-Latin-American-Documentaries/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-696-Photo-Exhibit-Lima-más-arriba-/ Photo exhibit by Evelyn Merina Reyna that showcases 50 photos of various sections of Lima taken from a light aircraft. 2012-04-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-696-Photo-Exhibit-Lima-más-arriba-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-697-Turkish-Cinema/ This April ICPNA in Centro de Lima brings us some of the best films in new Turkish cinema. Tue 10: Yumurta (2007). Tue 17: Three Monkeys (2008). Tue 24: My Father and My Son (2005). All films will be subtitled or dubbed into Spanish. Free admission. 7pm. 2012-04-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-697-Turkish-Cinema/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-689-5th-International-Peruvian-Cajón-Festival/ The International Peruvian Cajón Festival returns with an array of activities that include concerts, recitals, workshops and master classes of cajón and other percussion instruments from around the globe. Join musicians from México, Chile, Venezuela, Brasil, Cuba and more. This year the festival hopes to break a Guinnes Record by gathering more than 1,500 cajoneros to play in Centro de Lima's Plaza de Armas. To take part just bring a cajón and a white t-shirt to the Plaza on Saturday, April 14, at 10am. 2012-04-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-689-5th-International-Peruvian-Cajón-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-688-Manos-Unidas-Fundraiser-Peruvian-Artist-Exhibit-and-Pisco-Party/ Manos Unidas Executive Director and MU Board of Directors hosts a special night of art, photography, music and pisco. Featuring renowned artist Estrella Dannon (Lima) and Fotographer Vanessa Cuneo (Cusco) both exhibiting unique art and photographs as well as special art work by young Peruvian artists with Autism. Works will be on display and for sale. There will be performances by Afro-Peruvian Jazz maestro Yuri Juarez, and dancer Cynthia Paniagua; gourmet treats by Escarole Catering; Pisco by Barsol; remarks by Peru's Consul General and Manos Unidas director Celeste Marion. And a surprise: Soy Andina's Nelida Silva will be in the house! Back to NY after 2 years in Peru. This event will celebrate Peru's new partnership with the Global Autism Project and raise student scholarship funds for Manos Unidas, the first and only private school for special education in Cusco, Peru. 6pm-8pm. 2012-04-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-688-Manos-Unidas-Fundraiser-Peruvian-Artist-Exhibit-and-Pisco-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-687-All-About-Surfing/ Want to learn about all the benefits of surfing? Pukana, one of Lima's best surf schools, is going Lima's SAE club house to teach everything there is to know about how to find that perfect wave and the health benefits of surfing. 6pm-8pm. 2012-04-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-687-All-About-Surfing/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-690-The-Unica--Gastronomic-Fair/ Feria Gastronómica Unica (Unica Gastronomic Fair) brings together the best of Peruvian couisine and the participation of institutions like PromPeru, Rutgers University and Canal Sur to promote Peruvian gastronomic tourism in Newark, New Jersey. There will be contests for the best ceviche, causa, and Pisco cocktail and much more. 2012-04-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-690-The-Unica--Gastronomic-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-683-Bolshoi-Ballet-Sleeping-Beauty/ Aprendo Contigo-a non-profit organization that helps provide education and exposure to the arts to children whose medical problems prevent them from attending school-will bring world-class ballet to the big screen with a HD performance of Sleeping Beauty by The Bolshoi Ballet. Champagne will be served during intermission. Donations start at S/. 50. For more information you can call 447-8140, 663-2204, 99 813*3102 or email oficina@aprendocontigo.com. 7:30pm. 2012-04-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-683-Bolshoi-Ballet-Sleeping-Beauty/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-684-Rock-N-Roll-Allstars/ Members from the greatest rock bands in recent history come to Lima as part of their South and Central American tour. Rock-N-Roll Allstars is a two-hour live show featuring well-known hits from Guns-n-Roses, KISS, Def Leppard, Deep Purple, Collective Soul, The Cult and more! There will be live performances by Gene Simmons, Joel Elliot, Matt Soum, Duff McKagan, Sebastian Back, Gilby Clarke, Billy Duffy, Glenn Gughes, Ed Roland, Steve Stevens and Mike Inez. 9pm. 2012-04-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-684-Rock-N-Roll-Allstars/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-685-5th-Peruvian-Festival-in-Utah-2012/ The Peruvian Festival in Utah is a great opportunity to enjoy the best of Peru: award-winning traditional Peruvian food, crafts, art, folklore show, dancing and fun for the whole family. This 2012 the shows will include more than 120 performers and fun activities for children. Come with your family and friends to enjoy delicious Peruvian Food such as: Lomo Saltado, Inca kola, Tamales, Anticuchos, Grilled steak, Ceviche, Papa a la huancaina, Picarones, Chicken BBQ, Chicha morada, Fried rice and more. Free admission. 2012-04-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-685-5th-Peruvian-Festival-in-Utah-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-682-SAEs-Easter-Egg-Painting-Party/ This week SAE is holding an egg painting party. All you need is a couple of hard boiled eggs and if you have any paints or dyes (even food coloring) bring them along. Best decorator gets a prize! 2pm-4pm. 2012-04-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-682-SAEs-Easter-Egg-Painting-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-680-Roger-Hodgson-Concert/ Former lead singer of British rock band, Supertramp, will be performing live in Miraflores this April. 9pm. 2012-03-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-680-Roger-Hodgson-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-681-Indigineous-and-Afro-Latin-Film-Cinema/ A film festival that celebrates cultural diversity and explores the reality of Afro-Latin and Indigineous people in Peru and Latin America. There will be talks and workshops. Free admission. 7pm. 2012-03-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-681-Indigineous-and-Afro-Latin-Film-Cinema/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-677-The-Bluesters-Concert/ Come experience the best there is in blues in Peru. The Bluesters celebrates the 99th birthday of the father of modern Chicago blues: Muddy Waters. Join them for a night of blues, jazz and rock where they will bring you the best from this blues icon as well as B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Aretha Franklin, Eric Clapton and more. 10pm. 2012-03-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-677-The-Bluesters-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-678-Easter-at-Mamacona/ Hacienda Mamacona invites you to celebrate Easter in traditional Peruvian fashion enjoying a classic Paso Horse show with folkloric dances from Peru and traditional Peruvian cuisine. 5pm. 2012-03-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-678-Easter-at-Mamacona/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-679-Samba-Drum-Workshop/ The acclaimed Limeños Samba Troop Retumbaya will leading a workshop at the Lima Clubhouse! Let loose your creative spirit learning to play rhythms from all over South America. There will also be a performance by the group the class as well as drinks for sale. The club hopes to collect donations for the band to continue their great work in the community. 6pm. 2012-03-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-679-Samba-Drum-Workshop/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-676-Juan-Diego-Flórez-Concert/ Juan Diego Flórez returns home for a concert that will include everything from Italian opera to traditional Peruvian creole songs. 2012-03-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-676-Juan-Diego-Flórez-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-668-Noel-Gallagher-Concert/ Formerlead guitarist, main songwriter, and occasional vocalist for Oasis, Noel Gallagher, comes to Lima. Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds will perform hits from Oasis and tracks from their debut album. 2012-03-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-668-Noel-Gallagher-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-669-Lima-Hip-Hop-2012/ Toro Retro Bar will host this year's Lima Hip Hop festival. The popular international urban music festival brings us local favorites like Radikal People, Las Damas, Callao Cartel, Jotak, Rapper School, Pretto NC and Dj Prax. Representing the international front are Dj Map Pee (Venezuela), Esteban Clean (Colombia) and El Chojin (Spain). 2012-03-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-669-Lima-Hip-Hop-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-670-Festival-Palabra-de-Mujer-Women-Making-Noise/ Festival Palabra de Mujer (A Woman's Word Festival) is a year-round festival that celebrates local and international women making their mark in the music world. This month's performances include: Mar 24: Ysabel Omega (Peru), Menores de Edad (Peru) and Junior Tshaka (Switzerland), 8pm. Mar 25: Novalima (Peru) and Adali Montero (Peru), 6pm. 2012-03-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-670-Festival-Palabra-de-Mujer-Women-Making-Noise/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-671-Francophonie-2012/ The embassies of Egypt, France, Canada, Greece, Belgium, Morocco, Romania and Switzerland present Francophonie 2012, a film festival that will display 12 films from these 6 countries. The films include documentaries, drama and more. There will also be talks to discuss the films screened. All talks will be in Spanish. 2012-03-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-671-Francophonie-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-672-Francophonie-Dance/ The Peruvian Alliance Française and the Peruvian Embassy of France invite you to their Francofonia dance, in honor of Francophonie 2012. Music will be provided by Jean Pierre Magnet (Peru) and François Catherin (France). 8pm. 2012-03-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-672-Francophonie-Dance/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-673-Earth-Hour-2012/ Join the hundreds of millions of people, businesses and governments around the world uniting to support this monumental environmental event. 8:30pm-9:30pm. 2012-03-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-673-Earth-Hour-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-674-Limas-1st-International-Poetry-Festival/ More than 80 poets from all around the globe (America, Europe, Asia and Africa) in more than 150 lectures at universities and cultural spots throughout Lima. The opening will be on March 30 at 6 pm in Parque de la Exposición and will include public readings, lectures and popular bands playing live. 2012-03-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-674-Limas-1st-International-Poetry-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-675-Iberfilmamerica-1st-Latin-American-Internet-Film-Festival/ Film aficionados in Spain and Latin America can enjoy a wide variety of independent films as well as have the chance to vote for their favorite ones to determine the winners of the festival. 2012-03-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-675-Iberfilmamerica-1st-Latin-American-Internet-Film-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-665-23rd-International-Guitar-Festival/ ICPNA brings guitarrists from all parts of the world to participate in the 23nd Annual International Guitar Festival. There will be masters workshops, jam sessions and the traditional Guitars of the World Night when all participants will perform live. 2012-03-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-665-23rd-International-Guitar-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-666-Limas-1st-Photography-Biennial/ Lima's 1st Photography Biennial will make the capital of Peru the center of photography from March until June. There will be more than 20 international and local photo exhibits as well as several photography workshops and fairs all throughout the city. 2012-03-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-666-Limas-1st-Photography-Biennial/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-667-Festival-7-Mares--2012/ Festival De Los Siete Mares (The Seven Seas Festival) brings together some of the most popular local and international World Music musicians for an intercultural musical experience like no other. There will be performances by Manu Chao (France), Dengue DengueDengue, La Sarita (Peru), Coba Soundsystem, Bareto (Peru), Dj LokoBonó, Totó La Momposina (Colombia), DJ Elegante y la Imperial, Sabor y Control (Peru), Pauchi Sasaki, Kanaku El Tigre (Peru), DJ Tony Tonazo y Pulso Danza and Tribal (Peru). Every ticket purchase will help buy a tree to be planted in new parks surrouning the Rimac river in Lima. There will also be 40 international food and crafts stands at the concert entrance. 2012-03-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-667-Festival-7-Mares--2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-664-SAE-Meetup-Night/ Are you living in Lima for a month, year, forever? New to the city and looking to make friends, network, or participate in a club? South American Explorers invites you to their meet up night! You can meet fellow travellers and expats for some drinks, conversation, and of course inter-cultural mingling. 2012-03-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-664-SAE-Meetup-Night/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-663-Saint-Patrick’s-Day-at-Swissôtel-Lima/ Swissôtel Lima invites you to join their St. Patricks Day celebration! Join them this March 17th at the Swissôtel Lima’s Lobby Bar for snacks and drinks specially prepared for this occasion. The evening's snacks will include: Gratin Boxty, St. Patrick’s Hamburger, Dublin Sandwich, and Irish Sea Sandwich. And among the drinks will be The Shamrock, The Irish Drink, Irish coffee and Green Beer. For further information and reservations, please call 421-4400 ext. 2146. 2012-03-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-663-Saint-Patrick’s-Day-at-Swissôtel-Lima/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-659-Movies-at-the-Park-Charlie-Chaplin-Part-2/ The city of Miraflores will once again pay tribute to the great Charlie Chaplin with its latest Cine bajo las Estrellas (Movies under the Stars) outdoor movie theater cycle. Mar 1: Modern Times, 7pm. Mar 8: The Great Dictator, 7pm. Mar 17: Monsieur Verdoux, 6:30pm. Mar 22: Limelight, 7pm. Mar 29: A King in New York, 7pm. Free admission. 2012-03-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-659-Movies-at-the-Park-Charlie-Chaplin-Part-2/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-660-Desechos3/ (Desechos)3 is an environmental intervention that uses art to bring awareness to the importance of keeping our oceans free from contamination. There will be a yoga class, a sand sculpture contest, prizes, marine conservation themed games and workshops as well as an art exhibit. Free admission. 8:30am. 2012-03-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-660-Desechos3/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-661-Documentary-Cycle-British-Rockers/ This March Peru's National Library pays homage to British rock by showcasing documentaries on some of Britain's most famous rock bands. Mar 6: The Clash: Westway to the World, 7:30pm. Mar 13: The Importance of Being Morrissey, 7:30pm. Mar 20: Depeche Mode: Random Access Memory, 7:30pm. Mar 27: Joy Division, 7:30pm. Free admission. 2012-03-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-661-Documentary-Cycle-British-Rockers/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-654-World-Water-Day-Workshops-for-Children-/ On World Water Day 2012 the Centro Cultural de España will be having two workshops for children between the ages of 8-12. Jardines del desierto (Desert Gardens), 2pm-3pm, teaches kids how to grow cacti and explores all the varieties of plants that can be grown in an environment with very little water available. Agua por comida (Water for Food), 4pm-5:30pm will show children the many ways water can nurture the body. Classes will be in Spanish. Free admission. 2012-03-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-654-World-Water-Day-Workshops-for-Children-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-655-Spring-Fair-and-Peruvian-Fiesta/ Live music and dance from the heart of the Peruvian Andes, Afro-Peruvian dances and you may also brush up your salsa! Enjoy a day at the Peruvian folkloric, crafts and trade fair. All funds will be used to fund the education, healthcare and alliviate the extreme poverty of orphan children in Puno. 2pm-7pm. 2012-03-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-655-Spring-Fair-and-Peruvian-Fiesta/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-656-Grand-Opening-Irish-Consulate-in-Peru/ The new Irish Consulate invites you to its grand opening! This event is open to the Irish community in Peru and their friends. Guests will get a chance to tour the new Irish Consulate, meet the Counsil and enjoy light refreshments and Irish music. 2012-03-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-656-Grand-Opening-Irish-Consulate-in-Peru/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-657-St-Patrick’s-Day-Picnic/ The Irish Consulate in Peru invites you to celebrate a St. Patrick’s Day Picnic with the whole family! The day's activities include: • Auslang English Kids’ Garden with bouncy castles, clowns, magic, balloons, petting zoo, arts, crafts and games with plenty of security and supervision. • Ireland vs. England rugby game on a big screen. • Lunch and snack options of all sorts, full cash bar featuring Guinness, Bailey´s and Jameson Irish whiskey. • Booths with a variety of treats for sale, ranging from travel to jewelry to toys and games for the kids. • Live Irish bands all day long, a hot dog eating contest, family games and a Silent Auction. Free admission for Seniors, children 2 or younger and Cricket Club members. Please visit www.irishperu.com, call 637-7822 or write to events@irishperu.com to reserve your ticket. 2012-03-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-657-St-Patrick’s-Day-Picnic/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-658-The-Shamrock-Ball-/ The Irish Consulate in Peru invites you to celebrate St. Patricks Day week in style with their Shamrock Ball. There will be an international buffet, open Irish bar, Irish band, a full orchestra, a silent auction, dancing and fireworks at midnight. Formal dress. Please visit www.irishperu.com, call 637-7822 or write to events@irishperu.com to reserve your ticket. 2012-03-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-658-The-Shamrock-Ball-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-652-Nosotras-en-la-Calle-4th-International-Female-Urban-Art-Festival--/ Women from all parts of Latin America will come together to celebrate urban art in Nosotras en la Calle (Us Women on the Streets), Peru's 4th international female urban art festival. 2012-03-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-652-Nosotras-en-la-Calle-4th-International-Female-Urban-Art-Festival--/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-653-Peruvian-Cinema-Cycle-at-the-National-Museum/ This March Peru's national museum, Museo de la Nación, invites you to watch four movies considered by the Peruvian Ministry of Culture as outstanding contributions to Peruvian cinema. March 3 and 4: Madeinusa and La teta asustada (Milk of Sorrow) by Claudia Llosa; Paraíso (Paradise) by Héctor Gálvez and El Inca, la boba y el hijo del ladrón (The Inca, the Idiot and the Son of a Thief) by Ronnie Temoche. Free admission. 7pm. 2012-03-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-653-Peruvian-Cinema-Cycle-at-the-National-Museum/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-650-Momentum-by-Mayumana/ Momentum by Mayumana, a theater company from Israel, is a dynamic show filled with acrobatics and rhythm. 9pm. 2012-02-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-650-Momentum-by-Mayumana/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-651-Rotary-Club-Lima-Sunrise-Special-Speaker/ Lima Sunrise welcomes special guest Hillmer Reyes, the Director of Competitiveness at the Ministry of Production. He has a master's degree in Public Administration from Harvard University and has previous experience as a strategy consultant, technology advisor, startup CEO, project manager, electrical engineer and financial analyst. He is passionate about economic development and specializes on helping companies and territories become more competitive. Hillmer grew up in rural Peru and lived in the US for 17 years before returning to Peru in 2005. The club will meet from 7:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Please join us! For information: Ken Clay - kensclay@gmail.com 2012-02-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-651-Rotary-Club-Lima-Sunrise-Special-Speaker/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-645-Ty-Dennis-Concert/ Former drummer for The Doors will be performing a live tribute to the legenary band in the beach town of Asia. 2012-02-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-645-Ty-Dennis-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-646-Hairspray/ In Hairspray, it's 1962, the '50s are out and change is in the air. Baltimore's Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, has only one passion – to dance. She wins a spot on the local TV dance programme, 'The Corny Collins Show' and, overnight, is transformed from outsider to irrepressible teen celebrity. But can a trendsetter in dance and fashion vanquish the programme's reigning princess, win the heart of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a television show without denting her 'do? Only in Hairspray! Welcome to the '60s! Performances will be in Spanish. 8:30pm. 2012-02-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-646-Hairspray/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-647-Noche-en-Blanco/ During Noche en Blanco (Night in White) the city of Miraflores becomes immersed in art at 7:30pm and the main streets are closed to allow room for a number of outdoor audiovisual art exhibits until 5am. This year's highlight will be the Mil Metros de Pintura (One Thousand Meters of Paint) exhibit, where one hundred artists will lay down their paintings all the way down Avenida Larco. 2012-02-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-647-Noche-en-Blanco/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-648-MSDN-TechNet-Summit-2012/ Microsoft Perú's biggest tech event returns to bring IT professionals the latest in software development. 8am. 2012-02-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-648-MSDN-TechNet-Summit-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-649-Fire-Strength--and-Passion/ Candela, Fuerza y Pasion by Tony award winning Broadway choreographer Luis Salgado returns for a one-time performance in the beach town of Asia. 8pm. 2012-02-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-649-Fire-Strength--and-Passion/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-636-Bareto-La-Mente-and-Dengue-Dengue-Dengue-Free-Beach-Concert/ Popular cumbia band Bareto, La Mente with their electropical beats and techno dub cumbia and chicha band Dengue Dengue Dengue will host a free live concert in Playa Punta Rocas. There will also be an opportunity to win thousands of prizes. 3pm. 2012-02-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-636-Bareto-La-Mente-and-Dengue-Dengue-Dengue-Free-Beach-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-637-Demi-Lovato-Concert/ Demi Lovato will be performing in Lima this April. She is in Peru promoting her third album, Unbroken. 2012-02-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-637-Demi-Lovato-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-638-Limas-1st-Creative-Commons-Film-Festival/ Lima hosts its first Creative Commons Film Festival, a one-of-a-kind outdoor event devoted to the exploration of non-restrictive alternatives opened by free culture creation and distribution tools. They will be showcasing documentaries, animations, short films, dramas, comedies and much more. Free admission. 2012-02-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-638-Limas-1st-Creative-Commons-Film-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-639-Latir-Latino-Latin-American-Street-Art-Festival-in-Lima---/ Latir Latino is the 1st Latin American street art festival to be hosted in Lima. Murals and buildings in Miraflores will showcase the biggest graffiti and street art exhibits the city has ever seen. The festival will include the participation of over 50 national and international artists. 2012-02-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-639-Latir-Latino-Latin-American-Street-Art-Festival-in-Lima---/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-640-Muru-Strength-of-the-Inevitable/ Muru is a creative music, dance and video show that reflects on the relationship between humans and nature. It includes performances by Pauchi Sasaki, Donhee Lee, Jennifer Curtis, Dancemonks Dance Company and Kinya 'Zulu' Tsuruyama. 8pm. 2012-02-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-640-Muru-Strength-of-the-Inevitable/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-641-Bareto-Concert-and-Video-Release/ Peru's most popular cumbia band, Bareto, is getting ready to release their new album "Ves lo que quieres ver" on the first week of April. To warm up their fans they will be releasing the video to their first single, Camaleón, during a live concert in Barranco on the first of March. 2012-02-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-641-Bareto-Concert-and-Video-Release/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-644-Ciclonudista-2012-7th-Annual-Nude-cycling-March/ Once again cycling fans throughout Lima will shed their clothes and ride the streets in Ciclonudista 2012 to promote awareness for bicyclists and a more efficient and environmentally friendly alternatives. Come in the nude, but be creative. There will be prizes for creativity. 10am. 2012-02-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-644-Ciclonudista-2012-7th-Annual-Nude-cycling-March/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-643-LOOPs-Diving-Championship-and-Beach-Clean-Up/ L.O.O.P (Life Out of Plastic), a non-profit organizations that hopes to prevent plastic environment contamination in Peru, is hosting a cleaning and diving event. In order to help clean the Playa Embajadores beach, they will hold a championship to see what teams can collect the most garbage made from plastic. Teams with the most volume collected win the biggest prizes. 10am-12pm. 2012-02-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-643-LOOPs-Diving-Championship-and-Beach-Clean-Up/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-632-Chilcano-Week-2012/ It's that time of the year again! The celebration of the pisco-based cocktail, the chilcano. During Chilcano week Lima's most popular restaurants offer discounts and unlimited access to one of Peru's favorite cocktails. 2012-02-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-632-Chilcano-Week-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-633-Chilcano-Week-at-the-JW-Marriott/ Lima's JW Marriott has joined the hundreds of bars, restaurant and hotels offering special promotions during Chilcano Week. From Feb 20 throughout Feb 26 they are offering 2x1 specials on all chilcanos in their restaurants La Vista Restaurant and JW Sushi Lounge. 2012-02-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-633-Chilcano-Week-at-the-JW-Marriott/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-634-Limas-1st-Latin-American-Digital-Film-Festival/ I Festival Iberoamericano de Cine Digital de Lima (FIACID 2012), Lima's 1st Latin American Digital Film Festival, will showcase 36 Peruvian films, a documentary on Peruvian cinema, trailers, screenings, panels, interviews, Q A sessions and more. 2012-02-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-634-Limas-1st-Latin-American-Digital-Film-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-635-Perus-2nd-Salsa-Congress/ Peru's 2nd Salsa Congress will bring performance showcases, dancing contests and dancing exitement. Amateurs and professional dancers are all joining in on the fun. It will include the participation of special guest performers Sarah Paddy Jones and Griselle Ponce. 2012-02-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-635-Perus-2nd-Salsa-Congress/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-631-2012-Oscar-Gala/ The 2012 Oscars are finally here! Get ready to celebrate the most glamorous night in the world with many surprises. Join us at the JW Marriott and be ready to strut the red carpet in your best attire. There will be a grand prize to the most glamarous outfits. There will also be a 5 course dinner, drinks, and great company. We hope to see each and every one of you there. Hollywood here we come! You can purchase your tickets at the JW Marriott Ceviche Lounge or send an email to ibottger@gmail.com to have have them delivered. 2012-02-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-631-2012-Oscar-Gala/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-628-Jazz-for-Lovers/ Jazz singer Verónica Esparza Paz will be singing all the Jazz classics this Valentine's Day. 7pm. 2012-02-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-628-Jazz-for-Lovers/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-629-Movies-Under-the-Stars-at-Parque-Kennedy/ On Thursdays and Saturdays of February Kennedy Park brings us the classics with their latest outdoor theater presentations. Thu, Feb 9: The Navigator, Sat, Feb 11: The Love Nest, 7pm. The High Sign, 7:30pm. Sat, Feb 16: Sherlock Jr. Sat, Feb 18: Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans. Thu, Feb 23: The Mysterious Lady. Sat, Feb 25: Casablanca. All shows begin at 7pm. (Feb 11th has two shows) 2012-02-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-629-Movies-Under-the-Stars-at-Parque-Kennedy/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-630-Valentine’s-Day-Party/ Celebrate Valentine’s Day with SAE's Lima Clubhouse! Bring your loved ones and friends with you, or just come on your own. It will be a great opportunity to meet new people. Wear something red, have a nice chat, listen to the music and enjoy the red wine! They will also have a speed dating session for those who are interested in a bit of fun. Everybody is welcome! 6pm. 2012-02-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-630-Valentine’s-Day-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-627-Gian-Marco-Valentines-Day-Concert/ Gian Marco will be performing live this Valentine's Day. The Latin Grammy winner will performing his most popular hits as well as songs from his new album. 10pm. 2012-02-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-627-Gian-Marco-Valentines-Day-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-621-Energizer-Night-Race--/ Meet up at Playa Rosario in the beach town of Asia for the first Energizer Night Race in Peru. Thousands of runners will come together to light up the night in order to raise funds to bring electricity to homes of families in need in Valle del Colca, Arequipa. There will be live music afterwards and many prizes. 10pm. 2012-02-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-621-Energizer-Night-Race--/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-622-Continental-Premium-Celfin-Capital-Triathlon/ Come to Asia Golf Club for the 4th Premium Celfin Capital triathlon. Registration is open until Tuesday, February 21. 7am-3pm. 2012-02-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-622-Continental-Premium-Celfin-Capital-Triathlon/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-623-Barrancos-2012-Pisco-Sour-Festival/ This year Barranco's 2-day Pisco Sour Festival will include an expo-sale, food stands, dance shows, live music, contests and guided tours. Free admission. 12pm-10pm. 2012-02-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-623-Barrancos-2012-Pisco-Sour-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-624-Larcomars-Pisco-Fair/ Larcomar will be celebrating Pisco Sour Day with a 5-day pisco fair! Six of the most important wine cellars in the country will be exhibitiong their best Piscos and selling them at reduced prices. There will be live music and unique treats like Queso helado de Pisco and Pisco chocolate. Free admission. 4pm-9:30pm. 2012-02-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-624-Larcomars-Pisco-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-625-Surcos-9th-National-Pisco-Sour-Festival/ The city of Surco will celebrate Pisco Sour Day with its annual 3-day festival in Parque de la Amistad. There will be Pisco Sour contests, Pisco Sour give-aways, expos by 36 award-winning wine cellars, food fairs, pisco based ice-cream, Pisco sours of all flavors imaginable, live music and much more! Free admission. 10am-10pm. 2012-02-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-625-Surcos-9th-National-Pisco-Sour-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-626-Casa-Museo-Ricardo-Palmas-Pisco-Sour-Day/ Miraflores' Casa Ricardo Palma will celebrate Pisco Sour Day a day early with an expo by some of Peru's top Pisco brands, free samples, guided wine tasting sessions, live music, free recipe books and much more. 4pm. 2012-02-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-626-Casa-Museo-Ricardo-Palmas-Pisco-Sour-Day/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-618-Novalima-Concert/ Popular Afro-Peruvian band Novalima returns from their recent tour to the US to promote their latest album: Karimba. 2012-02-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-618-Novalima-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-619-Morrissey-Concert/ Ex-Smiths front man, Morrissey, will perform in Peru for the first time. Opening for him that evening will be Kristeen Young. 2012-02-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-619-Morrissey-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-620-The-Earth-Wind--Fire-Experience/ Al McKay, former member of American funk band Earth, Wind Fire will be performing live in Lima, and performing the hits from the legendary band. 8pm. 2012-02-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-620-The-Earth-Wind--Fire-Experience/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-616-Totoritas-2012-18th-Mountain-Bike-International-Rally/ The Totoritas 2012 mountain biking rally will take place in Totoritas beach on Sunday, February 19th. There will be 20Km, 30Km and 40km routes available and more than $1,500 in prizes. Registration is open until Tuesday, February 14. For more information you can email daniel@perutriathletes.com. 2012-01-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-616-Totoritas-2012-18th-Mountain-Bike-International-Rally/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-617-Watch-the-Super-Bowl-at-Fiesta-Casino/ Want to catch the big game? Check out the Estadio Fiesta, which will be showing the game on its 26 ft. x 26 ft. screen. Buy three Millers and get the fourth free. There will be a special drawing for free Miller products. 2012-01-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-617-Watch-the-Super-Bowl-at-Fiesta-Casino/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-612-3rd-Latin-American-Break-Dance-Championship-/ B-boys from all over Latin America - Argentina, Venezuela, Brasil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Nicaragua, Mexico, El Salvador, Marruecos and Peru - will battle to determine who has the most skills and b-boy flavor. 2012-01-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-612-3rd-Latin-American-Break-Dance-Championship-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-613-Vibraciones-2nd-International-Vibes-and-Marimba-Festival/ Vibraciones, Vibes and Marimba International Festival brings some of the best marimba and vibe musicians in the industry to Lima. There will be performances by national artists and artists from Japan, USA, Mexico and Colombia. 2012-01-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-613-Vibraciones-2nd-International-Vibes-and-Marimba-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-614-CicloAxions-Lima-Historic-Center-Night-Ride/ Every last Friday of the month CicloAxion members and guests take a ride to Lima's Historic Center with the hopes of promoting bicycling and it's benefits to the environment. 8:30pm - 10:30pm. 2012-01-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-614-CicloAxions-Lima-Historic-Center-Night-Ride/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-615-Expat-Pisco-Sour-Challenge/ Date: Saturday February 4, 2012 - National Pisco Sour Day Time: 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m - Competition starts at 12 p.m. sharp. Location: Cala at the Beach - Barranco (http://calarestaurante.com/) DETAILS: LIVING IN PERU AND EXPATRIATES IN PERU EXPAT PISCO SOUR CHALLENGE 2012 Great food, great drink and great people all to celebrate Peru's National Pisco Sour Day! Do you have what it takes to win this year's 2012 Expat Pisco Sour Challenge? In celebration of Peru's National Pisco Sour Day and deciding to join forces in the name of the perfect Pisco Sour, Living in Peru and Expatriates in Peru Facebook invite you to enjoy and participate in this terrific event to celebrate our national drink at Cala Restaurant in Barranco by the beach. As one of the three judges, we will have Karol Miguel, who is the winner of Mistura's Best Pisco Sour in 2011. Cala Restaurant has been kind enough to lend us their bar area for the competition. To keep with tradition, the competition Pisco Sours will be made by using a cocktail shaker. Participants are also allowed to bring their own secret ingredients to win. Pisco for the competition making will be generously provided by Viñas de Oro. If your Pisco Sour making skills are not that strong, then you will be happy to know that from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Cala will be running a 2x1 Pisco Sour special exclusive to our group. The Pisco Sours at Cala are absolutely delicious, so it's a win-win situation to celebrate this festive event. There is limited space and the event will be closed to the first 50 people who sign up! Write to editor@livinginperu.com to claim your spot. *If interested in participating in the Pisco Sour competition, please fill out the application, which can be found at http://filer.livinginperu.com/PiscoSourForm.docx 2012-01-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-615-Expat-Pisco-Sour-Challenge/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-611-Swissôtel-Lima-Super-Bowl-Party/ The moment that all football fans have been waiting for has finally arrived: the Super Bowl! Swissôtel Lima invites you to join the fun and root for your favorite team at their Lobby Bar while enjoying the delicious food specials prepared for the occasion: •Personal pizza + 3 beers Cusqueña = 39 soles •Large pizza + 3 beers Cusqueña = 55 soles •12 Hot Wings + 3 beers Cusqueña = 39 soles •Assorted grilled sausages + 3 beers Cusqueña = 39 soles •Candied dried fruits, chocolate pretzels + 3 malt beers Cusqueña = 29 soles. For further information call 421-4400 extension number 2146. 2012-01-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-611-Swissôtel-Lima-Super-Bowl-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-607-Pisco-Sour-Day-Festival-in-Washington-DC/ Peruvian restaurant Cebiche House in Washington DC is celebrating Pisco Sour Day by hosting a Peruvian Creole Food Festival. There will be free tasting of all types of Pisco Sours: regular, passion fruit, lucuma, chicha, mango and more. There will also be all types of traditional Peruvian creole food available all day. For reservations you can call 301-330-2400. 11am-10pm. 2012-01-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-607-Pisco-Sour-Day-Festival-in-Washington-DC/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-608-National-Pisco-Sour-Day-/ Join in the party as Peruvians celebrate Pisco Sour Day! Everywhere you go - parks, restaurants, bars, schools and homes - you'll find free samples and Pisco Sour parties taking place. 2012-01-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-608-National-Pisco-Sour-Day-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-609-Telescope-Summer-Afternoons/ Peru's National Planetarium invites you to its Telescope Summer Afternoons observing sessions. The evening activities include a planetarium show and telescope observations using small individual rooftop telescopes as well as more complex equipment provided by planetarium. 5:30pm-8:30pm. For more information you can email planetario@igp.gob.pe or call 317-2323. 2012-01-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-609-Telescope-Summer-Afternoons/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-610-Qhapaq-Ñan-Walking-Through-History/ Peru's National Museum latest exhibit, "Qhapaq Ñan, caminando a través de la historia," (Qhapaq Ñan, Walking Through History) is a collection of photographs that showcase the world famous Camino del Inca route once used by Inca chaskis and messengers from the Inca Empire. 2012-01-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-610-Qhapaq-Ñan-Walking-Through-History/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-606-Ali-Campbell-Concert/ Ali Campbell, former lead vocalist for the band UB40 - British reggae/pop band best known for hits such as "Red Red Wine" - will be performing live in Miraflores. 2012-01-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-606-Ali-Campbell-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-601-Dakar-Rally-Exhibit-at-Jockey-Plaza-/ Come to Jockey Plaza and see the cars from Fuerza Inca, the team that represented Peru in this year's Dakar Rally. This exhibit will include the cars, all-terrain vehicles and motos that were used in the competition. Guests will also get a chance to meet the team pilots. Free admission. 11am-10pm. 2012-01-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-601-Dakar-Rally-Exhibit-at-Jockey-Plaza-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-602-The-52nd-National-Marinera-Contest/ Once again it's time for Peru's biggest tribute to its most popular coastal dance: The National Marinera Contest in Trujillo. For two weeks local parades liven up the streets and several Marinera competitions are held in local stadiums and colloseums in Trujillo. This event includes contestants from all corners of the world, including amateurs and national champions. 2012-01-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-602-The-52nd-National-Marinera-Contest/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-603-Ritmos-Negros-del-Peru/ Renowned Afro-Peruvian musician Rafael Santa Cruz returns after an international tour to team up with AfroPeru for a series of vibrant concerts and workshops highlighting the best of Afro-Peruvian music and the cajon. Free admission. 7:30pm. 2012-01-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-603-Ritmos-Negros-del-Peru/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-604-Movies-at-the-Park-Charlie-Chaplin/ On Wednesdays of January and February the city of Miraflores will pay tribute to the great Charlie Chaplin with its latest Cine bajo las Estrellas (Movies under the Stars) outdoor movie theater cycle. Jan 11: The Kid. Jan 18: The Gold Rush. Jan 25: The Circus and Feb 1: City Lights. Movies start at 7pm. Free admission. 2012-01-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-604-Movies-at-the-Park-Charlie-Chaplin/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-605-Gene-Kelly-Film-Series/ Centro Cultural Ricardo Palma is celebrating Gene Kelly's centennial with a movie series that will showcase some of the legandary actor's most popular films every Monday of this month. Jan 9 at 7:30pm: On the Town. Jan 16 at 7:30pm: An American in Paris. Jan 23 at 4:30pm: Singin' in the Rain, 7:30pm: Brigadoon. Jan 30 at 7:30pm: Les Demoiselles de Rochefort. Free admission. 2012-01-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-605-Gene-Kelly-Film-Series/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-596-From-Machu-Picchu-to-Mexico/ The Latin American Association invites you to enjoy the beautiful variety of Latin America's musical traditions. Machu Picchu to Mexico will take you on an enchanting tour of melodies and sounds from the Americas performed by Atlanta Symphony Orchestra musicians. All profits will benefit the children and families served by the Latin American Association. Appetizers and drinks included. 6pm-9pm. 2012-01-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-596-From-Machu-Picchu-to-Mexico/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-597-Tango-Dance-Party/ Lovers of the Argentine Tango can now enjoy milognas, Tango dance parties, every Saturday of the year. There will be classes available before the party. Includes a glass of Argentine wine. 9pm-1am. For more information you can call 445-8199, 445-6697, 99966-9449 or email arte_y_tango@hotmail.com. 2012-01-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-597-Tango-Dance-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-598-Comic-Con-Peru-2012/ One of the world's greatest comic book conventions, Comic-Con, comes to Peru for the first time. Comic-Con Peru 2012 will have special guests, exhibitors, movie premieres, parties, games, awards and much more! 2012-01-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-598-Comic-Con-Peru-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-599-Limas-477th-Anniversary-Celebration/ Join in on the festivities as Limeños celebrate the capital's 477th Anniversary. Throughout the entire day there will be parades, paso horse shows, traditional dance performances, food fairs, art exhibits, talks, concerts by folklore and popular local bands, dance shows and fireworks. Entrance to the Parque de la Reserva and the Circuito Mágico del Agua (Magic Water Circuit) will also be free from 11am-10pm. 2012-01-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-599-Limas-477th-Anniversary-Celebration/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-600-Joe-Cocker-Concert/ Legendary rocker, Joe Cocker, comes to Lima for the first time. Joe will performing his classic hits, and tracks from his latest album. 9pm. 2012-01-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-600-Joe-Cocker-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-587-Peru-Meets-Switzerland/ A concert that brings together DJs from Peru and Switzerland for a night of non stop dance music. Switzerland DJs include Max Robbers, Max B. Grant and Scaloni. DJs from Peru will be Rodrigo Lozano and Christian Berger. 10pm. 2012-01-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-587-Peru-Meets-Switzerland/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-588-Rebel-Rave/ Rebel Rave, a day time dance music beach concert in Asia, returns for its second round. British DJs Damian Lazarus, Jamie Jones and Clive Henry will be headlining the show. There will also be performances by local DJs Andrés Dyer, Rodrigo Villanueva, Fausto Gaidolfi and Álvaro Calmet. 10am-8pm. 2012-01-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-588-Rebel-Rave/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-593-Alpha-Blondy-Concert/ International reggae star Alpha Blondy returns to Peru with his 12-piece band Solar System. 9pm. 2012-01-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-593-Alpha-Blondy-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-594-Gian-Marco-Concert/ Gian Marco, one of Peru's most popular singers and winner of a 2011 Latin Grammy, comes back home to kick off his first concerts of the year in Barranco. 2012-01-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-594-Gian-Marco-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-595-Yrapakatun-Festival/ Experience the heart of the Amazon. Every year, Santo Tomas, Iquitos celebrates the Yrapakatun Festival. This festival consists of 9 days of dance shows, contests, art expos, craft shows, mashakaras, food fairs and more. For more information, email jcpacheco@promperu.gob.pe. 2012-01-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-595-Yrapakatun-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-592-Ana-Tijoux-Concert/ French-Chilean rapper known for collaborating with Julieta Venegas in the hit "Eres Para Mi" (You Are For Me) will perform live in Peru. She is in Lima promoting her lates album, La Bala (The Bullet). 11pm. 2012-01-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-592-Ana-Tijoux-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-586-Lima-Walks-Jesus-Maria-to-Pueblo-Libre/ This Saturday, January 14th, Lima Walks invites you to a walk covering Jesus Maria and Pueblo Libre. It is a combination of the highlights from the separate walks in these two middle class residential districts. Both have interesting architecture, especially the San Felipe residential complex from the 1960s and the modernistic Miró-Quesada house from 1947 in Jesus Maria and the old summer palace of the Viceroys in Pueblo Libre next to the old colonial village. There will be an optional is lunch in bar Queirolo, the only still existing bodega in this area. 10 am. For more information please email limawalks@gmail.com. 2012-01-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-586-Lima-Walks-Jesus-Maria-to-Pueblo-Libre/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-582-Origami-Made-into-Fashion/ The students from the High Fashion Studies Institute in Lima share an unique origami exhibit: Origami fashion. See their creations and fun approach to design. 2012-01-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-582-Origami-Made-into-Fashion/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-583-Surf-Art/ Surfing isn't just a sport. It is a lifestyle and culture in constant evolution. And it began making its mark in Peru thousands of years ago. Galeria Delbarrio, located in the surfer town of Chorrillos, pays homage to its hometown's favorite sport with its latest exhibit: Surf Art. This collection includes surf-inspired paintings, illustrations, ceramics, boards and more. 2012-01-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-583-Surf-Art/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-584-Free-Digital-Cinema-Workshop/ With the hopes of promoting cinema in Peru, the Spanish Cultural Center will be hosting a free digital cinema workshop for all cinema enthusiasts. Everyone is invited. Classes will be in Spanish. Those interested need to register by January 16th. 10am-1pm. 2012-01-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-584-Free-Digital-Cinema-Workshop/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-585-Youth-Symphony-Orchestra-Inaugural-Concert/ Sinfonía por el Perú is a non-profit organization headed by world famous tenor Juan Diego Flórez. It helps high risk, low-income youth have access to musical and formal education. This January the 18th its Youth Symphony will host its very first concert. There will be a special appearance by Juan Diego Flórez and the evening's profits will go to the organization. 7:30pm. 2012-01-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-585-Youth-Symphony-Orchestra-Inaugural-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-581-Improv-Theater-Workshop-in-English/ Ketó Studios - training ground to the best in Lima's improv community - invites you to their latest and most innovative workshops yet: Improv Theater Workshop.. in English! These classes are a great place to meet new people and explore your creativity in a fun and friendly environment. Instructors include actors and improvisers Lucho Herrera and Jeroen Prinsen. S/.160 per month or S/.300 if you prefer to pay for all the classes up front. 7:30pm-9:30pm. For more information you can email jeroenprinsen@ketoimpro.com. 2012-01-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-581-Improv-Theater-Workshop-in-English/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-574-10th-National-Mime-Festival/ Every year the National Mime Festival promotes contemporary mime and street theater. There will be some workshops and several plays as well as solo performances. Workshops will be held in Spanish. 4pm. 2012-01-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-574-10th-National-Mime-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-575-Summer-of-Dub-2012/ Peru's first summer dub music festival Summer of Dub 2012 will take include performances by Iration Steppas, Mr. Zebre, King Cholo Sound System and Dengue Dengue Dengue. 2012-01-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-575-Summer-of-Dub-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-576-Tego-Calderon-Concert/ Tego Calderon returns to Peru for a concert Punta Hermosa. The popular Puerto Rican rapper is known for his unique Latin urban sound that incorporates elements of salsa, reggaeton, reggae, plena, dancehall, and hip-hop. 10pm. 2012-01-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-576-Tego-Calderon-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-577-Summer-Reggae-Fest-2012/ The beach town of Asia will host its first Summer Reggae Fest. Some of the best in the genre will be performing on this night: Inner Circle, Soul Syndicate, Andrew Tosh, Harold Caribbean, Quique Neira, Laguna Pai and Los Mostos Verdes. 12pm. 2012-01-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-577-Summer-Reggae-Fest-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-578-Chino--Nacho-Concert/ The popular Latin Grammy Award winning Venezuelan reggaeton duo, Chino Nacho, return to Peru. This time they will perform live in the beach town of Punta Hermosa. 10pm. 2012-01-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-578-Chino--Nacho-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-579-Vico-C-Concert/ Vico C, one of the creators of Reggaeton and two times Latin Grammy award winner, returns to Peru. 11pm. 2012-01-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-579-Vico-C-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-580-NCAA-BCS-Championship-at-Fiesta/ Come watch the championship game of the NCAA football season. LSU and Alabama face-off in the BCS Championship, and Fiesta Casino will have the game on their large HD screen. Come by on Monday at 8! Buy 3 Millers get the 4th free, plus buffalo wings! 2012-01-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-580-NCAA-BCS-Championship-at-Fiesta/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-569-Asia-Fashion-Weekend-2012/ Once again Asia's boulevard will be center stage to its annual Fashion Weekend show. 10pm. 2012-01-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-569-Asia-Fashion-Weekend-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-570-Latin-Symphony/ The Peruvian Suzuki Association presents: Sinfonía Latina (Latin Symphony). The symphony brings together 100 young musicians from 11 Latin American countries including Argentina, Brasil, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, El Salvador, Paraguay and Peru. 6pm. 2012-01-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-570-Latin-Symphony/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-571-John-Digweed-Concert/ English techno DJ and record producer John Digweed will be performing in Asia this January. 10pm. 2012-01-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-571-John-Digweed-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-572-Grupo-5-Concert/ The beaches of Punta Hermosa will set the backdrop to a live concert by one of Peru's most popular cumbia bands: Grupo 5. 10pm. 2012-01-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-572-Grupo-5-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-573-Andres-Wurst-and-The-Wavestones-Concert-with-Matty-B/ Surf rock band Andres Wurst and The Wavestones will be performing in La Noche. Their special guest will be Australian rapper Matty B. 10pm. 2012-01-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-573-Andres-Wurst-and-The-Wavestones-Concert-with-Matty-B/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-564-Inti-Fest-2012/ Inti Fest is an ecological and cultural electronic music festival that celebrates music, appreciation of Peruvian culture and the environment. This beach concert will feature Peruvian and foreign DJs. There will be performances by: Alvaro Calmet (Peru), Andres Dyer (Perú), Barem (Argentina), Clive Henry (UK), Danny Em (Peru), Fausto Gaidolfi (Peru), Federico Molinari (Argentina), Feedbackers (Peru), Felipe Salmon (Peru), Frivolous (Canada), Guy Gerber (Israel), Heidi (Holand), Jay Haze (USA), Jumi Lee (Perú), Marc Houle (Canada), Mathias Kaden (Germany), Matt Tolfrey (UK), Nick Curly (Germany), Nick Curly (Germany), Pancho Piedra (Ecuador), Rodrigo Villanueva (Peru), Soul Clap (USA). 4pm. 2012-01-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-564-Inti-Fest-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-565-Jon-Secada-Concert/ Singer and song writer Jon Secada returns to Peru this February with his Secada le Canta al Amor 2012 concert (Secada Sings to Love 2012). He will be performing old hits and new songs from his latest album Otra Vez (Once More). 10pm. 2012-01-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-565-Jon-Secada-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-566-Boom-Boom-Kid-Concert/ The hardcore punk singer from Argentina Boom Boom Kid returns to Lima. His band from Buenos Aires is known for their unique rockabilly, psychobilly and salsa sound. 10pm. 2012-01-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-566-Boom-Boom-Kid-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-568-Flamencoy-Punto/ Lima's Flamenco...y Punto annual flamenco festival returns for its eleventh edition. There will be live concerts, dance shows and performances by renown local and Spanish Flamenco artists. 7:30pm. 2012-01-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-568-Flamencoy-Punto/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-560-The-Good-News-About-the-Environment/ Lima Clubhouse invites you to attend the presentation “The Good News About the Environment”; a selection of pro-environmental initiatives, featuring a series of short documentary films on people working to make a difference. The films are part of the Permacyclists Project, undertaken by Annabelle Vinois and David Meyer, two formerly discouraged environmentalists who are travelling now overland from New York to Rio, filming positive environmental initiatives along the way. What they've learned has been as surprising as inspiring: yes, the problems are serious, but the solutions are present and if we all act now, a better future awaits. 6pm - 8pm. 2012-01-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-560-The-Good-News-About-the-Environment/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-561-SAEs-Festival-de-Lima/ January 18th is the day to celebrate the anniversary of Lima’s founding, back in 1535. On this occasion SAE would like to invite you to their clubhouse for a night full of attractions. Typical Limenian dance show, free delicious, traditional Causa for everyone, and mini casino are just a few of them. Also, don’t miss SAE's Lima Picture Contest! Bring your best picture taken in Lima with you or e-mail it to limaprojects@saexplorers.org. There will be a prize for the winner. The entry ticket price includes one Pisco Sour cocktail or Inka Cola drink for free. 6pm-8pm. 2012-01-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-561-SAEs-Festival-de-Lima/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-562-Bachata-Dance-Class-at-SAE/ Discover a beautiful dance and music from the Dominican Republic. SAE's Lima Clubhouse will host a class where you can learn the very romantic, traditional style of Bachata. With only three simple steps you will now be able to enjoy this fantastic music that's so popular throughout South America! The class will be run by the gold Bachata medalist and SAE-intern Eva Jakubiak. No partner needed! 6pm-8pm 2012-01-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-562-Bachata-Dance-Class-at-SAE/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-554-Ghoa-Club-New-Years-Party/ The exclusive sur chico hall opens its doors for a one-of-a-kind New Year's celebration. 11:50pm. 2011-12-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-554-Ghoa-Club-New-Years-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-555-Fiesta-Carioca-2012/ his New Year's Eve come to Fiesta Carioca for an explosion of color, great beats, samba shows, fun at the pool, party buses, and free drinks! 2011-12-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-555-Fiesta-Carioca-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-556--Ibiza-2012/ Welcome the New Year in style at Ibiza club. There will be a 3D countdown, fire works show, live music and more! 2011-12-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-556--Ibiza-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-557-2012-Del-Carajo/ Celebrate the New Years as only Peña del Carajo can. There will be performances by legendary Afro-Peruvian music singers Lucia de la Cruz and Bartola, Afro-Peruvian dance performances, Afro-Peruvian-music-themed hora loca and great food. 2011-12-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-557-2012-Del-Carajo/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-558-El-Dragon-del-Sur-New-Years-Party/ El Dragon del Sur invites you to welcome the New Year with popular Peruvian cumbia band Bareto. There will be an hora loca, live music and more! 2011-12-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-558-El-Dragon-del-Sur-New-Years-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-559-Fiestas-New-Years-Party/ Fiesta is kicking off the New Year with a live orchestra, great cocktails, a crazy-fun hora loca, prizes and more! 2011-12-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-559-Fiestas-New-Years-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-553-Spanish-Lessons/ On january will start lessons for beginners (intensive course, materials included). Intermediate students (students who are able to speak but with errors or slowly) Contact: Teacher: Luis Legua- E-mail: english-spanish@hotmail.com or 975528177 Looking forward to hearing from you!! 2011-12-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-553-Spanish-Lessons/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-545-FestiNavidad--Verano-2012/ Find everything you need for your holiday shopping and have some fun! There will be everything from clothing to furniture, plus live music show, circus acts and more. 2011-12-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-545-FestiNavidad--Verano-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-546-Jockeys-Christmas-Fair/ Find everything you need for your Chrismtas shopping at Jockey Mall's Christmas Fair. There will also be children's shows, live music and performances every day until Dec 27. 2011-12-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-546-Jockeys-Christmas-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-547-Plaza-Bolivars-Handcrafts-Christmas-Fair/ Artists from various communities in the provinces of Peru will take part in Plaza Bolivar's Handcrafts Christmas Fair in Lima's Historic Center. There will be exhibits, sales and workshops. Free admission. 2011-12-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-547-Plaza-Bolivars-Handcrafts-Christmas-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-548-Herradura-Beachs-Inauguration-Party/ Miraflores' Herradura Beach opens its doors again after careful restoration. There will be performances by salsa group Sabor y Control and Olaya Sound System, as well as a photo expo, bike and skate show, a mototaxi parade and more! 3pm-11pm. 2011-12-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-548-Herradura-Beachs-Inauguration-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-549-San-Fernandos-Navilandia/ San Fernando has created a fantasy-like winter wonderland of plush toys, Christmas characters and Holiday cheer that the whole family can enjoy. 2011-12-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-549-San-Fernandos-Navilandia/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-550-Paso-Horse-and-Peruvian-Culture-Celebration/ Hacienda Mamacona is marking the end of the year with an unforgettable cultural event. Come for a display of the finest Peruvian paso horses, marinera on foot and horseback, and traditional dances. The tickets (S/. 190) include a dinner buffet and a pisco sour. BYOB, no corkage fee. 2011-12-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-550-Paso-Horse-and-Peruvian-Culture-Celebration/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-551-Selena-Gomez-and-The-Scene-Concert/ The popular young singer and actress will be performing with her band The Scene this February 2nd at the Jockey Club. This will be her first time in Peru and she will be promoting her latest CD, When the Sun Goes Down. 2011-12-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-551-Selena-Gomez-and-The-Scene-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-552-Roxette-Concert/ The Swedish pop music duo who gained world in fame in the late 80s and 90's with hits like, "The Look", "Listen to Your Heart", "It Must Have Been Love", and "Joyride" return to Peru after 17 years. 2011-12-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-552-Roxette-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-537-Llamellin-Without-Limits-Christmas-Party/ Llamellin sin limites (Llamellin Without Limits) aims to give a special holiday season to 12 children from poor families in Province Antonio Raimondi by inviting them to spend Christmas with host families in Lima. This Wednesday the kids and their host families will come to the clubhouse. Join in on the fun! There will be a short presentation on the project and its background and objectives, given by its coordinator Nélida Silva Vidal, followed by fun time then the kids will play the games and sing Peruvian carols. There will also be paneton and drinks for sale. We encourage all participants to bring one small, practical gift that we share with the children. 5pm-7:30pm. 2011-12-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-537-Llamellin-Without-Limits-Christmas-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-538-SAE-Movie-Night-/ Come to the clubhouse on the last Wednesday of the year and watch a movie! Since New Year’s Eve will be just around the corner and everyone should get ready for the big celebration, the theme for the movie night will be DANCE! There will be a selection of dance movies to choose from. Voting on the film to be shown will begin promptly at 6pm. There will also be hot drinks and popcorn for free, as well as beer for sale. 6pm-8pm. 2011-12-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-538-SAE-Movie-Night-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-539-100-Years-of-the-Discovery-of-Machu-Picchu/ Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel will be showcasing an audio visual display titled "100 Years of the Discovery of Machu Picchu." The presentation, prepared by Sumaq, shares different angles of the history and significance of Machu Picchu. As well as the research done on its creation, the events around its discovery and the citadel's present biological wealth. This exhibit will be displayed alongside a collection of photos donated by the National Geographic Society. Machu Picchu 100 Years Later: A Look At the Expedition that Amazed the World consists of ten black and white unreleased photographs taken during Hiram Bingham's expeditions from 1911 - 1915. 2011-12-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-539-100-Years-of-the-Discovery-of-Machu-Picchu/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-540-Las-Traperas/ Las Traperas return with their clothing and items swap success. Their fashionable and environmentally friendly swapping event includes thousands of unique pieces covering a range of styles and decades. There will be retail and “no add” brands, vintage and contemporary pieces, known, unknown and “well-known” designers, Peruvian and non-Peruvian, books, toys - something for everyone! Tues through Suns until Dec 24: 11am-8pm. Fris and Sats: 11am-9pm. 2011-12-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-540-Las-Traperas/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-541-21única-Feria--/ The 21única feria's objective is promote young Peruvians who are involved in design, cultural production, musical production and different arts, and are seeking to share their works, talent and creativity. There will be clothing, music, jewelry, literature and more for sale. There will also be workshops, circus shows, stan up comedy shows and concerts. 2011-12-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-541-21única-Feria--/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-542-Museums-Night/ To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Lima being declared a World Heritage Site, the city is making available free night-time admission to some of its most popular museums on Saturday, Dec 17. 5pm-10pm. Participating museums: Museo de los Descalzos del Rímac, Museo del Congreso y de la Inquisición, MALI: Museo de Arte de Lima, Museo del Banco Central de Reserva, Museo de la Casa de la Literatura Peruana, Museo Metropolitano de Lima, Galería Municipal Pancho Fierro, Centro Cultural Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, Centro Cultural de la Escuela de Bellas Artes and Casa Gastronomía Peruana. 2011-12-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-542-Museums-Night/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-543-Desenfranquiciados-VOL-10-Art-Sale/ Desenfranquiciados is a project that promotes art such that it is accesible to everyone (all works of art are below $100). This art exhibit and sale brings together artists from all over Peru and gives them a platform to display their works. This time around there will be more than 2,500 pieces available. All profits go the artists. There will also be live music. 7:30pm. 2011-12-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-543-Desenfranquiciados-VOL-10-Art-Sale/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-544-Limas-first-NFL-Christmas-party/ Living in Peru and Fiesta Casino invite you to Lima's first NFL Christmas party. There will be Christmas presents, a free beer and chicken wings for each guest. Don't miss your chance to meet other expats, the Living in Peru team and the friendly Miller girls, as we watch the important Steelers-49ers game and celebrate the season. 8 p.m. on Monday night. Space is limited to the first 100 guests; RSVP at editor@livinginperu.com 2011-12-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-544-Limas-first-NFL-Christmas-party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-535-Twelve-Blocks-of-Happiness-in-San-Isidro/ The twelve blocks that make up Avenida Conquistadores will be celebrating the Chritmas holiday in the most festive of ways every weekend from Dec 3 through Dec 18. There will be colorful Christmas lights displays, street performers, elves, jugglers, mimes, treats and of course, Santa. Sats, Dec 10 and Dec 17: 7pm - 10pm. Suns, Dec 11 and Dec 18: 4pm - 10pm. Free Admission. 2011-12-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-535-Twelve-Blocks-of-Happiness-in-San-Isidro/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-536-Reading-at-the-Beach-in-Miraflores/ Miraflores invites you to not only enjoy the sun and water when you visit its beaches, but to also have some reading time fun. From Dec 17 through Jan - Wed through Sun - Redondo and La Estrella beaches in Miraflores will make available newspapers, magazines, novels, children books, umbrellas and tables for its guests. Readers must bring a photo ID. Free admission. 11am -5pm. 2011-12-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-536-Reading-at-the-Beach-in-Miraflores/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-532-Fatboy-Slim-Concert/ British DJ better known as Fatboy Slim returns to Lima. He is best known for his 90's hits: "Weapon of Choice", "Praise You", "The Rockafeller Skank" and "Right Here Right Now." 2011-12-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-532-Fatboy-Slim-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-533-Lima-Sunfest-2012/ The first Lima Sunfest brings the best local reggae and dub bands in the country. Headlining the show will be Pato Banton from Birmingham, England. There will also be performances by Antony B, Calton Coffie and Clinton Fearon. 7pm. 2011-12-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-533-Lima-Sunfest-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-534-Manyumana-Momentum/ After four years Mayumana returns to Peru with its latest show, Momentum! 2011-12-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-534-Manyumana-Momentum/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-530-Run-for-HOPE/ Join Auslang English Institute as they launch their first annual 5k Run/Walk for HOPE to support the non-profit Help Them HOPE. Help Them HOPE supports disadvantaged youth become more independent through continued education and independent living skills. Registration starts at 7:30am. Minimum S/.30 donation. 2011-12-07 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-530-Run-for-HOPE/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-531-Miraflores-Christmas-Bazaar-/ Miraflores will host its Christmas Bazaar from December 8 through December 18. You will find Christmas ornaments, holiday themed handcrafts, clothing, and much more! Free admission. 2011-12-07 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-531-Miraflores-Christmas-Bazaar-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-529-SAE-Christmas-Party/ Join the SAE Christmas Party to meet fellow travelers, locals, and expats, drink real German Glühwein (aka mulled wine, glogg, hot wine, vino caliente), listen to Christmas songs, participate in Christmas games and do some handicrafts. They'll also have a BBQ with food and drinks for sale and great offers. 5pm-8:30pm. 2011-12-07 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-529-SAE-Christmas-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-527-Qero-Community--Workshop-and-Sale/ Members of the Q’ero Nation from Cuzco, will show guests how they dye fibers, knit,make garments and create designs, symbols and colors from the Andean Cosmo Vision. For more information you can call 441-0250. Free admission. 2011-12-06 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-527-Qero-Community--Workshop-and-Sale/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-526-Christmas-Cantata/ The International Community Choir will be performing Christmas cantatas and selections from Handel's Messiah at Chase Hall in Lima's Union Church. Everyone is welcome! Free admission. For more information you can call 345-2099 or email roberta.centurion@gmail.com. 6pm. 2011-12-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-526-Christmas-Cantata/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-519-Jockey-Plazas-Christmas-Season/ Jockey Plaza shopping center is celebrating the season with tons of Christmas decorations, two giant Christmas trees and free pictures with Santa beginning on December 2nd with the purchase of S/. 50 soles or more or if you own an Jockey Plaza Scotiabank card. 11am-10pm. 2011-11-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-519-Jockey-Plazas-Christmas-Season/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-520-The-Sleeping-Beauty/ The Amateur theatre troupe The Good Companions invites you to their latest pantomine: The Sleeping Beauty. Fri, Dec 9: 8pm. Sat, Dec 10: 4pm and 8pm. 2011-11-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-520-The-Sleeping-Beauty/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-521-Summer-Vibes/ Twelve hours of dancing under the sun. Summer Vibes is an outdoor concert that brings you live music from the best in dance music. There will be performances by Steve Bug, Adultnapper, Jay Haze, Masomenos, Andres Dyer, Rodrigo Villanueva and Fausto Gaidolfi. 10am-10pm. 2011-11-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-521-Summer-Vibes/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-522-Start-Helping-2011/ Empezar Ayudar 2011 is a fashion show where the models are national artists, celebrities, politicians and children with special needs. There will be a live music, a water and lights show and appearances by popular local celebrities. All of the evening profits will go to purchase Christmas gifts for the children in the Casa Hogar Beato Padre Enrique Rebuschini shelter for children with special needs. 6pm. 2011-11-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-522-Start-Helping-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-523-Blues-Jam-Night/ Ciudad Blues pays homage to the greatest blues hits of all time. 10pm. 2011-11-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-523-Blues-Jam-Night/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-524-Accion-Christmas-Fair/ Small businesss owners non-profit organization Accion Emprendedora will host its annual Christmas fair. Find a great variety in everything textiles, jewelry, food and much more. 10am-8pm. 2011-11-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-524-Accion-Christmas-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-525-The-Reinvention-of-Memory-Popular-Peruvian-Art-Reloaded/ Galería Delbarrio is celebrating its two year anniversary with a homage to Peruvian popular art only they can bring. They've invited thirty four renown local artists from all corners of Peru to share their works. The result is a collection of paintings, photographs, embroideries and sculptures that pay an outstading tribute to Peruvian culture and heritage. 2011-11-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-525-The-Reinvention-of-Memory-Popular-Peruvian-Art-Reloaded/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-512-Callao-is-in-Fashion/ Callao Esta de Moda is an outdoor fashion show in Callao's Plaza Grau. More than 60 models will showcase the Summer's latest trends in a 2 hour fashion show. S/. 50. 5pm. 2011-11-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-512-Callao-is-in-Fashion/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-513-Independent-Artists-Fair-/ Feria de Producción independiente brings artists from all of Peru and gives them a platform to present their works to the public. There will expos and sales on everything from design, music, literature, dance, to food. There will also be workshops on graffiti and poetry available. 10am-6pm. 2011-11-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-513-Independent-Artists-Fair-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-514-La-Tarumba-Circus-Blessed-Madness/ Bendita Locura is La Tarumba's circus' latest show. Eleven young people living in rental home realize they all have one thing in common: they are mad for the circus. They get together and overcome their fears and doubts by following their "crazy" dream to create a fantastic circus show. S/. 16. Thu, Dec 1 and Fri, Dec 2: 8pm. Sat Dec 3: 6pm and 8pm. Sun, Dec 4: 6pm. 2011-11-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-514-La-Tarumba-Circus-Blessed-Madness/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-515-1-Cross-Training-Marathon-for-Boys-and-Girls/ Children between the ages of 3-10 can spend a day enjoying games, sport competitions, children shows, dance contests, raffles and much more. Each child must bring a wrapped gift (S/.20+ worth) to enter. For more information you can call 311-7777 or email inscripciones@leylachihuan.pe. 8:30am-4pm. 2011-11-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-515-1-Cross-Training-Marathon-for-Boys-and-Girls/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-516-The-Nutcracker/ The Nutcraker returns to Lima this holiday season. The classic ballet tells the story of a little girl, whose godfather gives her a special doll one Christmas Eve. 2011-11-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-516-The-Nutcracker/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-517-World-AIDS-Day-Fair/ This year the city of Lima will host an HIV and AIDS prevention fair in honor of World AIDS Day. There will be talks and literature on HIV and AIDS available to everyone. There will also be live music. Fair: 9am-4pm. Concert: 3pm-8pm. 2011-11-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-517-World-AIDS-Day-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-518-Lima-Wheels-2011-Street-Theater/ The French Embassy and the City of Lima bring you Lima Rueda 2011: a street show joining French and Peruvian performers which hopes to promote the use of bycicles as a popular means of transportation. More than 30 artists will perform throughout the route from the ex Hotel Crillon to Plaza San Martin in Lima's Historic Center. There will be live music, lights, fireworks and much more. 4:30pm. 2011-11-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-518-Lima-Wheels-2011-Street-Theater/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-507-El-Niño-Dansaq/ Dance show where young scissor dancers perform traditional Peruvian dances from the Andes. 11am. 2011-11-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-507-El-Niño-Dansaq/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-508-Steve-Jobs-Apple-and-their-influence-in-Peru/ A moderated discussion by important thinkers about the role that Apple founder Steve Jobs and his products have played in the development of Peru 2011-11-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-508-Steve-Jobs-Apple-and-their-influence-in-Peru/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-509-Running-for-a-Child-5K/ The children´s hospital volunteer group (AVOLDINSN) has been organizing the "Running for a Child" event for the past three years. The money raised will allow them to keep on helping patients from all over Peru who have little or no money at all. For more information you can call 424-0606. 2011-11-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-509-Running-for-a-Child-5K/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-510-estreno-de-EL-NIÑO-DANZAQ/ Espectáculo teatral representado por niños danzantes de tijeras, que narra el origen de la danza de las tijeras. 2011-11-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-510-estreno-de-EL-NIÑO-DANZAQ/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-511-Lima-Summer-Night-2012/ Lima Summer Night 2012 is a one of a kind fashion show and food fair that brings together some of the best local designers, artists and companies for a great cause: provide low income children with special needs with scholarships. For more information you can call 969683581, 953726282 or 823*8826. 7pm. 2011-11-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-511-Lima-Summer-Night-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-506-Indonesian-and-Peruvian-Food-Festival/ Peru's Indonesian Embassy and Hotel Los Delfines invite you to their Indonesian and Peruvian food festival. Enjoy dishes by popular Indonisean chef Rinrin Marinka who stars in Master Chef Indonesia as well as those by inhouse Peruvian chef Nilo do Carmo. S/. 65 dinner. S/. 44 tea time. 2011-11-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-506-Indonesian-and-Peruvian-Food-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-502-JW-Marriotts-La-Vista-Restaurant-Thanksgiving-Buffet/ This Thursday, November 24, JW Marriott's La Vista restaurant invites you to their Thanksgiving Buffet. Dinner will included glazed turkey, peacan and pumpking pie as well as unlimited Pisco Sours. Adults: S/. 72. Children: S/. 35. For reservations please call 217-7000 ext. 6265 or 6217. 8:30pm. 2011-11-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-502-JW-Marriotts-La-Vista-Restaurant-Thanksgiving-Buffet/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-503-Polo-Bristo-Restaurant-Thanksgiving-Dinner/ Polo Bristo Restaurant in Polo Hotel will be hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner this Thursday 24th. The evening's dishes include glazed turkey with a side of rice with corn as well as pecan pie or vino tinto pears. Inlcudes a glass of wine. S/. 35 per guest. For reservations you can call 434-2050 or 434-2323. 8pm. 2011-11-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-503-Polo-Bristo-Restaurant-Thanksgiving-Dinner/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-504-The-Bluesters-Concert/ Come experience the best there is in blues in Peru. The Bluesters is a new band that brings together musicians with years in the world of blues, jazz and rock. Join them for their debut concert where they will bring you the best from B.B. King, Eric Clapton, The Allman Brothers, Stevie Ray Vaughman, Muddy Waters and much more. 9:30pm. 2011-11-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-504-The-Bluesters-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-505-Classic-Rock-Concert/ Peruvian rock cover band, Toilet Paper, will be bringing all the classic rock hits from the 70s and 80s live: Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Grand Funk, Queen, Doobie Brothers, Pink Floyd, Peter Frampton, AC/DC, Steppenwolf, Bryan Adams, Joe Cocker, Eric Clapton, Santana and more! S/.30 per guest. 9:30pm. 2011-11-21 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-505-Classic-Rock-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-499-Adventure-Sports-Expo/ Expo Aventura 2011 will showcase the latest products and services in adventure sports, including everything in land, air and water sports. Free admission. 2011-11-17 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-499-Adventure-Sports-Expo/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-500-Softnyx-Party--/ Leading game developer and distributing company from Korea, Softnyx, will be hosting its first Softnyx Party in Peru. There will be game expos, contests, raffles, giveaways, hip hop dance contests, runway shows, a Miss Softnyx beauty contest and live music by Adammo, Los Barraza and N'Samble. 11am. Free admission. 2011-11-17 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-500-Softnyx-Party--/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-501-Fiesta-Casinos-Thanksgiving-Football-Feast/ Fiesta Casino will host its Thanksgiving Feast and invites you join in the fun. There will be turkey, pumpkin soup, traditional pies, live music, drinks and NFL and NCAA football games on giant HD screens. S/. 40 per person. 12pm-12am. 2011-11-17 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-501-Fiesta-Casinos-Thanksgiving-Football-Feast/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-497-HSBC-Christmas-Show-in-Plaza-San-Martin-/ HSBC bank will once again hold its grand Christmas presentations in its main branch in Lima's historic Plaza San Martin. There will be performances by the HSBC Children's Choir (made up of 100 young members) and families can also enjoy the hundreds of beautiful Christmas lights and ornaments decorating the bank's exterior (a colonial style mansion built in 1930). 8pm. 2011-11-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-497-HSBC-Christmas-Show-in-Plaza-San-Martin-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-498-Mad-Professor-Concert/ The British electronic music producer Mad Professor comes to Peru bringing his latest show - specially crafted for his Peruvian fans - which he's titled "Mad Professor Conquers Peru." Tickets can be purchased at La Noche Barranco, Avenida Bolognesi 307, Barranco and Casa Skinera, Juan Fanning 199, Barranco. S/. 50 - S/. 60. 2011-11-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-498-Mad-Professor-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-488-Merrell-Challenge/ The second Merrell Challenge Costa Verde will take place on Saturday, November 20 and it will take participants on an 11.5 km adventure across Lima. A city cross race that combines features of a traditional race with that of a cross country race wil depart from the Costa Verde and will culminate in EXPOAVENTURA. S/. 50 per contestant. For more information and to register, please email info@peru8mil.com. 9:30am. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-488-Merrell-Challenge/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-489-Acustirock-2/ Acustirock returns with the best in Peruvian rock. The concert will include the participation of legendary bands like Libido, Mar de Copas, Amén, Frágil, Dolores Delirio and Rafo Raez Los Paranoia as well as popular newcomers like Bocanegra and Diagonal Zero. 5pm. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-489-Acustirock-2/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-490-Sandboarding-Championship-/ Peru's best in sandboarding will meet in Chilca Sand Park this November 25th throught 27th for Peru's 2011 sandboarding championship. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-490-Sandboarding-Championship-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-491-Kings-of-Convenience-Concert/ The indie folk-pop duo from Bergen, Norway, Kings of Convenience will be performing in Lima on November 30th. 11pm. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-491-Kings-of-Convenience-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-492-Warrant-Concert/ Eighties Glam rock band from Hollywood, California, Warrant, comes to Lima. 9pm. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-492-Warrant-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-493-Dédalos-16th-Exponatale-2011/ Dédalo art store invites you to their 16th Exponatale. There will be art exhibits, presentation of new collections, children workshops and live music by Latin Jazz. 11am. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-493-Dédalos-16th-Exponatale-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-494-Sitka-Semsch-Fashion-Show-Moscow-Summer-2012/ Renown Peruvian designer Sitcka Semsch will presenting her latest fashion show, Verano Moscú 2012 (Moscow Summer 2012), this November 16th. The night's proceeds will go to Hecho con Amor (Made with Love), a non-profit organization that works with Multiple sclerosis patients. Cocktails will begin at 7pm. Show begins at 9pm. S/. 200 first row. S/. 150 second row. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-494-Sitka-Semsch-Fashion-Show-Moscow-Summer-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-495-Groundation-Concert/ Groundation, American roots reggae band from California, will be performing live in Jockey Club this December. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-495-Groundation-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-496-Jean-Luc-Ponty/ French virtuoso violinist and jazz composer, Jean-Luc Ponty comes to Peru for the first time as part of his South American tour: Atlantic Years. 2011-11-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-496-Jean-Luc-Ponty/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-480-2014-World-Cup-Qualifying-Match-Peru-VS-Ecuador/ Peru and Ecuador face each other in Quito, Ecuador on Tuesday for our third 2014 World Cup qualifying match. 4pm PET. 2011-11-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-480-2014-World-Cup-Qualifying-Match-Peru-VS-Ecuador/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-481-Movie-Theaters-Day-2011/ Peru's annual Movie Theater's Day returns. All theaters nationwide will only charge S/.4 on all regular movie tickets. 3D and 2D movies will be available at half price. 2011-11-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-481-Movie-Theaters-Day-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-482-Electro-Selvamonos-Pachacamac-2011/ Oxopampa's traditiona Selvamonos art and music festival comes to Pachacamac this summer and it's all about electronic music. There will be traditional Peruvian dishes sold, art on display and a swimming pool. Headlining the concerts are Miky Gonzáles, Coba Sound System, Felipe Salmón, Dengue Dengue, Danny EM, Rafael Pereira, DJ Chakruna and Elegante La Imperial. 2pm. S/. 30 per person. 2011-11-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-482-Electro-Selvamonos-Pachacamac-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-483-11th-Tennis-Doubles-Tournament/ Club Terrazas invites you to participate it its annual Tennis doubles tournament. Children are welcome to participate. There will be prizes raffled and more. 8am. For more information you can call 440-6699 or email cccp@canadaperu.org. 2011-11-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-483-11th-Tennis-Doubles-Tournament/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-484-Holiday-Fair-/ The Union Church of Lima will hold its annual Holiday Fair on Saturday, December 3rd. Aside from the usual craft tables there will also be a variety of vendors tables from which gifts can be chosen. There will be a door prize for two: tickets to Mancora for 3 days and 2 nights, including breakfast. There will also be raffles, baked goods, lunch and an oportunity for children to take a picture with Santa. 10am-3pm. 2011-11-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-484-Holiday-Fair-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-485-The-Secret/ The Secret seminar returns to Lima. Bob Proctor will discuss universal spiritual principles, the Law of Attraction and ways of creating success. 2011-11-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-485-The-Secret/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-486-Bruno-Tarneccis-Magic-Show/ Bruno Tarnecci's magic show is a family friendly trip through the magician's childhood memories that includes fun-loving special guests like Paloma Reyes de Sá and circus inspired live music by Colectivo Circo Band. 3:30pm. 2011-11-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-486-Bruno-Tarneccis-Magic-Show/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-487-Cubanissimo-2011-Cuba-All-Stars-Festival/ Cuba All Stars is a band made up of Cuba's most popular musicians of today and Lima will be center stage for this spectacular concert. It includes performances by Van Van, Adalberto Alvarez, NG La Banda, Klimax, Havana D Primavera, Bamboleo, Tania Pantoja, Maykel Blanco, Leo Vera and Emilio El Nino Reve. 7pm. 2011-11-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-487-Cubanissimo-2011-Cuba-All-Stars-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-472-Remembrance-Day-Service/ Each year, the Royal British Legion holds a Remembrance Day service at the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd in San Isidro to remember those who have died in the World Wars. This year it will be held on Sunday, November 13th at 10:00am. Refreshments will be served in the church hall after the service. All are invited to attend. 2011-11-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-472-Remembrance-Day-Service/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-473-Calle-13-Concert/ After recently visiting Peru to film their music video Latinoamérica, Puerto Rican rap duo Calle 13 returns for a concert this December 3rd. 8pm. 2011-11-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-473-Calle-13-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-474-Huey-Dunbar-Concert/ Puerto Rican American salsa singer Huey Dunbar returns to Lima. Former front singer for urban salsa group DLG, he is best known for hits like, “La quiero a morir”, “Volveré”, “Te amaré”, “Con cada beso” and “No morirá.” 11pm. 2011-11-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-474-Huey-Dunbar-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-475-Peruvian-Paso-Horse-Show/ Hacienda Mamacona celebrates the Peruvian Paso horse with its latest show, Luz y Sonido (Light and Sound), which showcases some of the finest horses in the country to the rhythms of traditional Peruvian beats, performances by over 140 artists as well as a spectacular light show. 7:30pm. 2011-11-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-475-Peruvian-Paso-Horse-Show/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-476-Zombie-Walk-Lima-2011/ Zombie Walk returns to Peru for the second time. Zombie fans from all over Peru will join the thousands walking in costume in various cities around the world also obsessed with the living dead. Everyone involved in the walk is encouraged to dress up as and act like a zombie. The walk will cover Avenida Arequipa, Avenida Jose Pardo, Avenida El Ejercito, Larcomar and will end in Parque Maria Reiche where the crowning of Mr. and Ms. Zombie will take place. Free admission. 2pm. 2011-11-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-476-Zombie-Walk-Lima-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-477-Back/ In her award winning dance piece, Back, choreographer Asun Noales captures the body's return to simpliciy and the purity of movement. Free admission. 7:30pm. 2011-11-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-477-Back/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-478-Victory-Over-the-Sun/ Peru's National Planetarium joins satellite imagery, opera, lights and NASA video footage to bring together an astronomical experience like no other. S/. 16 per person. 7pm. 2011-11-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-478-Victory-Over-the-Sun/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-479-Harto-Arte-Miraflores/ Harto Arte Miraflores (Lot's of Arts Miraflores) takes you on a tour to 10 art galeries in the city every second Sunday of each month. Each gallery will have information on the rest of the locations participating in this one of a kind art course and the works they will have on exhibit. Free admission. 11am-5pm. Participating galleries: 1. Galería L’Imaginaire 2. Galería Germán Krüger Espantoso 3. Galería de Artes Visuales del Centro Cultural CCori Wasi 4. Sala Luis Miró Quesada Garland 5. Galería Siete Setenta and Galería Raúl Porras Barrenechea 6. Galería Forum. 7. Galería de Arte Moll. 8. Galería El Ojo Ajeno. 9. Galería John Harriman. 10. Galería de la Escuela de Arte Corriente Alterna. 2011-11-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-479-Harto-Arte-Miraflores/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-469-Civitas-Art-Exhibit/ Civitas is the first major individual exhibition by Marita Ibañez, a young artist whose works are inspired by architecture, geometry, photography, the rich colors of urban life and a Lima in eternal metamorphosis. Free admission. Mon-Fri: 11am-8pm. Sat: 4pm-8pm. 2011-11-07 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-469-Civitas-Art-Exhibit/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-471-Amaranto-Art-Gallery-Exhibit/ Amaranto Art Gallery invites you to an art exhibit by two young painters, José Alcalde (Ethereal and Synchronized) and Gonzalo Salas (The Growing Room). The work of both artists involves an abstract world full of details, forms and colors. 11am-8pm. 2011-11-07 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-471-Amaranto-Art-Gallery-Exhibit/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-470-AEAs-22nd-Christmas-Bazaar/ The Ayacucho Emergency Association (AEA) would like to invite you to their 22nd Christmas Bazaar. Join them for 3 days of great prices in toys, jewelry, clothing, furniture, handcrafts, a gourmet cafeteria, live music and more! There will also be a special visit from Santa between 3pm and 6:30pm where he will be accepting letters and having a photographer take pictures of him with his young guests. Profits will go to aid AEA's chilren shelters. S/. 20 for 3 days, per guest. Debit cards and credit cards will be accepted. For more information you can call 221-4487 or email aea@speedy.com.pe. 10am. 2011-11-07 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-470-AEAs-22nd-Christmas-Bazaar/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-467-Limas-9th-Contemporary-Classical-Music-Festival-/ Lima welcomes its 9th annual Classical Music Festival. There will be performances by American violinist Jennifer Curtis and musicians from all parts of the world including Argentina, Belgium, Chle, Mexico and of course, Peru. Free Admission. Wed. Nov 2, Tues. Nov 29, Thurs. Dec 1, Sat. Dec 3 and Fri. Dec 4. 2011-11-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-467-Limas-9th-Contemporary-Classical-Music-Festival-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-468-Landed/ Landed is a dance performance that celebrates cultural differences and tries to depict the varied and unique ways someone tries to integrate to a new place when they first arrive there. 8pm. 2011-11-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-468-Landed/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-461-SAE-Movie-Night-El-Secreto-de-Sus-Ojos-/ Awarded with the “Best Foreign Language Film” Oscar in 2010, “El Secreto de Sus Ojos” tells the story of Benjamin Esposito. A retired criminal court employee, who writes a novel about a brutal rape and murder case he had to deal with over 25 years ago. Convinced that they convicted the wrong man, he searches for the real murderer and faces greed and political corruption. There will be free popcorn and beer for sale. Due to its duration of 129 minutes the movie will start promptly at 6pm. The Movie will be in Spanish with English subtitles. 2011-11-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-461-SAE-Movie-Night-El-Secreto-de-Sus-Ojos-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-462-SAE-British-Afternoon-Tea/ Did you know that Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford, became hungry around 5 o’clock in the afternoon one-day in 1840 and requested some tea and bread? Thanks to her and the Earl of Sandwich the British have their famous Afternoon Tea. Participate in this particular British custom at the SAE Afternoon Tea at 5pm. Drink Black tea with milk and lemon, try cucumber sandwiches and cake and learn all about British Afternoon Tea in their Afternoon Tea trivia quiz. 2011-11-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-462-SAE-British-Afternoon-Tea/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-463-SAE-Hiking-Club/ Have you heard everywhere that Peru is a hiking paradise? And yet you are still unsure where to go? Or you’ve already done some treks and want to do some more? The SAE Hiking Club evening is your chance to meet fellow travellers, ex-pats and locals, enjoy a cool drink, and share your experiences. SAE-members Jane Harrison and David Sharples will talk about the Choquequirao and the Huayhuash trek. If you’ve done any other trek you want to talk about, they happily invite you to talk about it (and don't forget your photos - if you bring a USB they can do a slideshow!) Also, if you have questions about a trip you are currently planning, your questions will be answered! 2011-11-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-463-SAE-Hiking-Club/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-464-SAE-Thanksgiving/ The SAE is a home away from home, so if you’re missing your friends and family around Thanksgiving and going into the festive season, join the SAE clubhouse for a meal on the 23th of November. Everyone is asked to bring something for the table, whether it’s a snack, a home-cooked dish, or a dessert. Everyone will sit and eat together, sharing what is brought, and follow the meal will be followed by fun and games! 2011-11-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-464-SAE-Thanksgiving/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-465-Jurrasic-World-/ See more than 500 fossils from the Museo Meyer Hönninger on display for the first time in Lima. It includes 4 complete dinosaurs, findings from Dr. Klaus Hönninger Mitrani's last years in Peru and Amazon insect fossils. Free admission. 10am-6pm. For more information you can call 411-5560 ext 4130 or email cultura@munisurco.gob.pe. 2011-11-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-465-Jurrasic-World-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-466-LiP-Team-at-Roosevelts-Christmas-Bazaar/ Meet us at the Christmas Bazaar! Roosevelt school is holding its annual Christmas bazaar and the LiP team will be right there to be part of it all. Join us as we present our book. We look forward to meeting you! 10am-6pm. 2011-11-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-466-LiP-Team-at-Roosevelts-Christmas-Bazaar/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-460-Halloween-at-Salsas-Bar-and-Grill-in-Fiesta-Casino/ Come to Salsa's Bar and Grill in the Fiesta Casino for a memorable Halloween bash. There is an open bar from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., music, dancing, prizes and a criollo show. Prices start at S/.70. 2011-10-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-460-Halloween-at-Salsas-Bar-and-Grill-in-Fiesta-Casino/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-455-32nd-Ricardo-Palma-Book-Fair/ Oldest book fair in Peru, the Ricardo Palma Book Fair, kicks off this October 20 in Miraflores' Parque Kennedy and will run until November 1. There will be workshops, book signings, recitals, conferences and more. Mon-Friday: 1pm-10pm. Sat-Sun: 11am-10pm. Free admission. 2011-10-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-455-32nd-Ricardo-Palma-Book-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-456-Send-Rain/ Join Union Church of Lima as they host Send Rain, a coffehouse night of music, art, and literature to raise funds and awareness to help famine-stricken Somalia. This is a family friendly event which will have live music, student poetry readings, an art auction, and food and beverages sold by local businesses. S/. 5 per guest. 7pm. 2011-10-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-456-Send-Rain/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-457-Cathedral-Church-of-the-Good-Shepherd-Christmas-Bazaar-2011/ The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd invites you to their annual Christmas bazaar. Friends and family can enjoy games, arts crafts, more than 50 raffle prizes, ornaments, clothes for sale and traditional foods ideal for the season like mincemeat, puddings and more. 10am-2pm. 2011-10-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-457-Cathedral-Church-of-the-Good-Shepherd-Christmas-Bazaar-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-458-5th-Canoween/ Dress up your dogs and cats and join San Borja's Halloween parade. There will be prizes for the best costumes. 10:30am-2:00pm. 2011-10-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-458-5th-Canoween/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-459-Halloween-Roller-Skate-Parade/ This Halloween put on your skates and come in costume to El Malecon in Miraflores and join in the fun. Meet by the water fountain in Larcomar and then be ready to rollerskate through the entire Malecon in a Halloween parade like no other. There will be a prize for the best costume. 8:00pm-11:00pm. 2011-10-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-459-Halloween-Roller-Skate-Parade/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-446-Halloween-at-Cameo--/ Celebrate this Halloween cotillion style. Dress your lavish best and get ready for monster guests, crazy hour and crazy fun. 10pm. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-446-Halloween-at-Cameo--/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-447-Zombies-and-Creatures-of-the-Night-at-the-Park/ The 32nd Ricardo Palma Book Fair will host a Zombie and Creatures of the Night gathering at Parque Kennedy this Halloween. Join the fun and come dressed as your favorite frightening character in classic literature or as your favorite Peruvian mythical character. 4pm-5pm. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-447-Zombies-and-Creatures-of-the-Night-at-the-Park/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-448-Dubal-Halloween-Haunted-Party/ This Halloween celebrate from 3pm to 6am the next day. Come in costume or let them dress you up at the door! There will be Johnny Walker and Vodka gifts for the best and the sexiest costumes. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-448-Dubal-Halloween-Haunted-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-449-Lima-Halloween-2011/ Hotel Bolivar hosts Lima's most lavish Halloween party. There will be music, performances, pole dancers, a great buffet and over $1,000 in prizes. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-449-Lima-Halloween-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-450-Cocodrilo-Verde-Celebrates-Peruvian-Song-Day/ Cocodrilo Verde celebrates Día de la Canción Criolla (Peruvian Song Day) with one of Peru's most legendary singers, Cecilia Barraza. 10pm. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-450-Cocodrilo-Verde-Celebrates-Peruvian-Song-Day/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-451-Warhol-Disco-Lounge-Halloween-Party/ Warhol Disco Lounge opens its doors to the public with a huge Halloween bash. Free drinks for the first 100 girls. There will be gifts, prices, games and more. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-451-Warhol-Disco-Lounge-Halloween-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-452-Peña-Del-Carajo-Juerga-Criolla/ Peña Del Carajo, one of Lima's most popular dance halls, invites you to its Peruvian Song Day celebration: Juerga Criolla!!. Performing that night will be legendary Peruvian singer Lucia de la Cruz accompanied by Oscar Aviles. Listen to some of the best in Peruvian classics while enjoying some of Peru's most iconic dishes. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-452-Peña-Del-Carajo-Juerga-Criolla/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-453-De-Rompe-y-Raja-Fiesta-Criolla-/ De Rompe y Raja, one of Lima's most popular dance halls, invites you to its Peruvian Song Day celebration: Fiesta Criolla. Performing that night will be legendary Peruvian singer Lucia de la Cruz. Listen to some of the best in Peruvian classics while enjoying some of Peru's most iconic dishes. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-453-De-Rompe-y-Raja-Fiesta-Criolla-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-454-Jazz-Zone-Peruvian-Song-Day/ Jazz Zone brings you the best in Latin beats for Día de la Canción Criolla (Peruvian Song Day). Pacho Hurtado and the Sonido Latino band will be playing the classics in valses, boleros and salsa. 11pm. 2011-10-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-454-Jazz-Zone-Peruvian-Song-Day/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-440-Halloween-Wild-West-Bandits-Party/ This Halloween you can party Wild West style! There will be a bus pick up, unlimited cocktails, laser shows, DJs, a mechanical bull buck-off, sexiest cowboy and cowgirl contest and you can bring your own drinks. 9pm. 2011-10-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-440-Halloween-Wild-West-Bandits-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-442-Extreme-Halloween/ Wanting to spend an extreme Halloween? Bring your sexiest Halloween gear and enjoy cocktails, music from some of the best local DJs, costume and lingerie fashion shows by some of Peru's top models, clothing giveaways, games, cash prices and much more. 2011-10-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-442-Extreme-Halloween/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-443-Swissôtel-Lima-Halloween-and-Día-de-la-Canción-Criolla-Breakfast-Buffet/ Swissôtel Lima celebrates Halloween and Día de la canción criolla (Peruvian Song Day) with a special breakfast buffet. On October 29 and October 30 children between the ages 3 - 12 can come dressed up in their Halloween costumes and enjoy mini burgers, chocolate fountains, Halloween cookies and other treats. They can also have their picture taken with a friendly witch who will be giving a prize to the best costume. Adults can treat themselves to traditional Peruvian dishes such as tamales, chicharron, lomo saltado and more. For reservations call 421-4400, ext 2204, and 2106. 8am-1pm. 2011-10-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-443-Swissôtel-Lima-Halloween-and-Día-de-la-Canción-Criolla-Breakfast-Buffet/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-444-Real-Felipe-Fortress-Halloween-Pirate-Party/ Come to Real Felipe Fortress for a one of a kind Halloween party. There will be a fashion show by one of Peru's top models, live guitar and cajon Afro-Peruvian music and dance show, private tour of the entire fortress, top 100 costumes parade and a Harley Davidson exhibit. 10pm. For more information call 838*5900, 128*7387, 116*6926, 998385900 or 981166926. Tickets can be purchased at Wong and Metro Teleticket stands. 2011-10-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-444-Real-Felipe-Fortress-Halloween-Pirate-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-445-Real-Felipe-Fortress-Halloween-Pirate-Party/ Come to Real Felipe Fortress for a one of a kind Halloween party. There will be a fashion show by one of Peru's top models, live guitar and cajon Afro-Peruvian music and dance show, private tour of the entire fortress, top 100 costumes parade and a Harley Davidson exhibit. 10pm. For more information call 838*5900, 128*7387, 116*6926, 998385900 or 981166926. Tickets can be purchased at Wong and Metro Teleticket stands. 10pm. 2011-10-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-445-Real-Felipe-Fortress-Halloween-Pirate-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-432-Story-Night-Tales-with-a-Taste-of-Fear/ A night of storytelling that will take you in a journey into suspense, horror and humor. Performances will be in Spanish. 7:30pm. 2011-10-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-432-Story-Night-Tales-with-a-Taste-of-Fear/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-433-Animanías-Halloween-Party/ Stop by with your children this October 31st for Animanía's Halloween Party. There will be hora loca (crazy hour), games, costume contests, prizes and lots of candy. S/.30 for one adult and one child. 4pm. 2011-10-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-433-Animanías-Halloween-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-434-City-Toys-Baby-and-Kids-Halloween-Parties/ City Toys invites parents and their babies (6 months - 2 years) and children (2 years - 5 years) to join them for a day of Halloween fun that will include dance shows, costume contests, face painting, games and other surprises. 2011-10-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-434-City-Toys-Baby-and-Kids-Halloween-Parties/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-435-Parapekes-Night-of-Wizards-and-Witches/ Parapekes kids gym invites you to its Night of Wizards and Witches, a Halloween party where children can dress up as characters from Harry Potter, play Quidditch, play Hogswarts-themed games and enjoy lots of treats. 5:30pm-8pm. 2011-10-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-435-Parapekes-Night-of-Wizards-and-Witches/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-436-Huachipa-Zoo-Exhibit-Nothing-to-Fear/ This Halloween weekend the Huachipa Zoo invites you their Nothing to Fear exhibit where it will display and share fun information about some of natures most feared animals, such as spiders, snakes, rats, ravens, owls and more. Children will have the opportunity to see these animals up close and also take pictures with them. 2011-10-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-436-Huachipa-Zoo-Exhibit-Nothing-to-Fear/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-437-23rd-European-Film-Festival/ The 23rd European Film Festival comes to Lima this October and November bringing with it works by the most talented filmmakers in Europe. Enjoy a fantastic array of full-length films, narrative features, documentaries, shorts, and more. 2011-10-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-437-23rd-European-Film-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-438-Light-and-Sound-The-Peruvian-Paso-Horse/ The Association of Owners and Breeders of Peruvian Paso Horses celebrates the Peruvian Paso horse with an exhibition show, Luz y Sonido (Light and Sound), which showcases some of the finest horses in the country to the rhythms of traditional Peruvian beats and performances by over 40 artists. You can purchase tickets at Teleticket stands in Wong and Metro supermarkets. 2011-10-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-438-Light-and-Sound-The-Peruvian-Paso-Horse/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-439-Barranco-Cultural-2011/ Barranco celebrates its 137th anniversary with everything art! All the artists and all the arts come together to honor Lima's most bohemian town. Its parks, streets, plazas and beaches will be showcasing various art events from dance to art to music. 2011-10-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-439-Barranco-Cultural-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-427-4th-Runner-Empresarial-Hand-in-Hand-with-Ann-Sullivan-Walk-and-Run/ The 4th Runner Empresarial: Hand in Hand with Ann Sullivan, Club Empresarial's latest fundraising walk and run, will be held this Sunday, October 23rd around the San Isidro Golf Course at 9am. All proceeds will be donated to the students and families at the Centro Ann Sullivan. There will be prizes for the 3 winners of each category! - Walking (1 lap), Running (1 lap) Run (2 laps). Registration will be open until October 20th. S/. 50 per person. To sign up or for more information you can call 263-1237 or email asistente_direccion@annsullivanperu.com. 2011-10-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-427-4th-Runner-Empresarial-Hand-in-Hand-with-Ann-Sullivan-Walk-and-Run/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-428-Canadian-Peruvian-Chamber-of-Commerces-9th-Golf-Tournament/ Join Canadian Peruvian Chamber of Commerce in their 9th Golf Tournament in Asia Golf Club this Saturday, October 22nd. The tournament features a shotgun start (9am), dinner following the tournament, auction, raffles and prizes! (Including a ticket Lima-Toronto-Lima) For more information call 440-6699 or email cccp@canadaperu.org. 8am. 2011-10-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-428-Canadian-Peruvian-Chamber-of-Commerces-9th-Golf-Tournament/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-429-Flea-Market/ Have five days of access to more than 10,000 items at great prizes! The Asociación Alegría en el Corazón (Heart Joy Association) will host its annual Mercado de Pulgas (flea market) from October 20th until October 24th to benefit the construction of a new location that will provide early education services to children with special needs. 11am-8pm. 2011-10-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-429-Flea-Market/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-430-8th-International-Bazaar/ The UN Women's Guild Association (ADNU) invites you to their 8th International Bazaar. There will be over 130 stands selling everything from food to clothing as well as fashion shows, dance exhibits, contests, raffles and so much more! All profits will go to benefit non-profit organizations that provide support to teen moms and low income women continue their education. S/.10 per person. 2011-10-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-430-8th-International-Bazaar/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-431-Mc-Donalds-Womens-5K/ If you will be in Lima this October 30th, be one of the thousands of women in 15 cities of Latin America participating in the Mc Donald's 5K walk and run. 8am 2011-10-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-431-Mc-Donalds-Womens-5K/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-426-Living-in-Peru-NFL-Party-at-Fiesta-Casino/ We are entering the heart of the NFL season - come celebrate with the most passionate football fans in Lima! Living in Peru and Fiesta Casino are teaming up to host an exciting sports bash at the Estadio Fiesta this Sunday, October 23rd. Come watch the season's most important games on a 26-foot high definition screen, and simultaneously enjoy the four other games on different screens. There will be cold Miller beer, Buffalo wings, surprises and prizes for all of our guests. So round up your buddies and come down to Fiesta! Starts at noon, but be sure to arrive before 3:30pm for the surprises. To RSVP email editor@livinginperu.com or call 221-9998. Only guests 18 years old or older will be allowed entrance. 2011-10-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-426-Living-in-Peru-NFL-Party-at-Fiesta-Casino/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-425-TuLima/ Some of the best in Peru's show business have had a hand in the creation of TuLima, a musical that tells the story of Lima from the 50s on, focusing on the creativity and genius Peruvians have had to lean on to survive in our dynamic capital. Performances will be in Spanish. 8pm. 2011-10-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-425-TuLima/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-424-2014-World-Cup-Qualifying-Match-Peru-VS-Chile/ Peru and Chile face each other in Santiago's Estadio Monumental on Tuesday for a 2014 World Cup qualifying match. 5:45pm PET. 2011-10-11 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-424-2014-World-Cup-Qualifying-Match-Peru-VS-Chile/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-420-Nazareno/ It's purple month in Peru and as the country celebrates one of its most beloved saints, the Lord of Miracles, Peru's National Folklore Ensemble pays him honor with a week of evenings filled with songs and dances. Mon and Sat: 8pm, Sun: 5:30pm. 2011-10-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-420-Nazareno/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-418-An-Evening-with-Deepak-Chopra/ Deepak Chopra will guide you to go beyond your current limiting beliefs and experience deeper layers of yourself. The evening will include the following workshops: The Recipe for Happiness, Syncrodestiny, Road to Wisdom and Limitless Energy. 2011-10-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-418-An-Evening-with-Deepak-Chopra/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-419-Viva-Womens-Conference-2011/ Ladies, get ready for an energy-filled, powerful event designed just for you. This November 4th Stephanie Gramling will be hosting Potential Church's second annual women's conference Viva. Not only will you have an amazing time, your life will be changed. Tickets are all sold out for this year's conference. 2011-10-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-419-Viva-Womens-Conference-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-421-Talk-Institute-for-University-Co-operation-Onlus/ “Istituto per la Cooperazione Universitaria Onlus” (ICU) is an Italian NGO established in 1966 supports human and social development in developing countries. SAE member Tiziana Greco, who’s the ICU program manager in Peru, will introduce us to the philosophy of ICU, its objectives as well as to the projects she’s doing in Peru. 6pm-7:45pm. 2011-10-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-421-Talk-Institute-for-University-Co-operation-Onlus/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-422-La-Sarita-in-La-Noche/ Peruvian rock group, La Sarita, will be bringing its exotic sound fusing alternative hard rock, Latin flavor, Peruvian folkloric music and Afro-Peruvian sounds once more to Barranco. 11pm. 2011-10-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-422-La-Sarita-in-La-Noche/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-423-Sabor-y-Control-Salsa-Concert/ Peruvian hard salsa orchestra Sabor y Control will be performing live in Miraflores and will also be presenting their latest album: El más buscado (The Most Sought-After Man). 10pm. 2011-10-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-423-Sabor-y-Control-Salsa-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-414-MDO-Concert/ Puerto Rican Latin-pop boy band MDO reunites and stops in Peru as part of their 10th anniversary tour. 2011-10-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-414-MDO-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-415-Victor-Manuelle-Concert/ Victor Manuelle, the Grammy nominated Puerto Rican-American salsa singer, songwriter, and improvisational sonero, known to his fans as El Sonero de la Juventud comes to Peru. He is best known for his string of hits like "Se me rompe el alma", "Así es la mujer" , "Que habría sido de mí" and "Volverás. 2011-10-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-415-Victor-Manuelle-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-416-Voces-Unidas-Concert/ Some of the most popular voices in Latin America come together in one concert to celebrate Chilean songwriter's Alberto Plaza's 25th anniversary: Voces Unidas (United Voices). The concert includes performances by Gian Marco, Eva Ayllón, Jorge Villamizar (former member of Bacilos), Noel Schajris (former member of Sin Banderas), Reyli, Amaury Gutiérrez, Pablo Herrera and Rey Ruiz. 2011-10-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-416-Voces-Unidas-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-413-Halloween-3D/ Party your way through a crazy, mystical trip where music, eery characters, 3D animation and fun collide. 2011-10-07 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-413-Halloween-3D/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-412-Brahma-Halloween-Fest-2/ Prepare for one of the town's best Halloween parties. There will be music, runway shows, costume contests, prizes and unlimited amounts of beer. 2011-10-06 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-412-Brahma-Halloween-Fest-2/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-411-Art-
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You
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Peruvian
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New 
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 Tuesday, 
October 18,
 when
 Mercedes
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of her
 illustrated
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 Kusikiy, 
A Child 
from Taquile, 
Peru. 2011-10-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-411-Art-
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/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-406-Peru-Forest-Sector-Initiative-PFSI/ Do you wonder what is being done to conserve Peru’s forests? Carleen Yocum, the in-country coordinator for the “Peru Forest Sector Initiative” (PFSI) will be visiting the SAE clubhouse this week. Her organization focuses on promoting sustainable forest management and conservation in the Amazonian regions. Carleen will speak to us about the US Forest Service Program and the work they are doing to sustain and conserve Peru’s forests. 6pm-7:45pm. 2011-10-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-406-Peru-Forest-Sector-Initiative-PFSI/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-405-International-Choir-Festival/ Peru's Universidad Catolica invites you to their 2011 International Choir Festival. The three day celebration will take place in various locations in Lima and will include performances by choir groups from Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Spain. Free admission. 8:00pm. 2011-10-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-405-International-Choir-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-407-Lets-TALK-Culture/ Let’s talk culture! Travelling the world is an amazing experience and an opportunity to widen one’s horizon. Different countries, different people, different languages and different food are the things we get to experience and value during our travels. When staying in a country for a bit longer, though, it can be exactly these things that become challenging – because they are so different. Join Hannah Lambeck for an intercultural talk to reflect on your own intercultural experiences, learn from and share with others the opportunities and challenges that come with it. 6:00pm-7:45pm. 2011-10-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-407-Lets-TALK-Culture/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-408-Manuel-Gibaja-Gonzales-Art-Exhibit/ Throughout the month of October, Art gallery Arte Fractal Dragon in Cuzco, which only features local artists, will be displaying Manuel Gibaja Gonzales'latest watercolors collection. 2011-10-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-408-Manuel-Gibaja-Gonzales-Art-Exhibit/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-409-Teachings-on-Tibetan-Buddhism-/ Tibetan Buddhism classes by Lama Lobsang Tonden will be held in Casa de la Cultura Inca Yupanqui this mid October. Oct. 15:"What is Karma and how does it work?" S/. 5 donation. 6pm. Oct. 16: "Words from my perfect teacher"; S/. 10 donation. 10:30am-12:30am and 4pm-6pm. Oct. 18: "What happens when we die." S/. 10. 7pm. For more information you can contact drikungkagyu.cusco@gmail.com 2011-10-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-409-Teachings-on-Tibetan-Buddhism-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-399-Minkando-at-Aura/ Join Minkando as they celebrate their 5 year anniversary! Hop into any Aura bar this Friday, September 30 between 10:30pm - 12:30 and enjoy all whiskeys, rums, beers and vodkas for only S/. 10. All profits will go to Minkando, a local non-profit organization that organizes young people to help create different forms of sustainable development in Peru. 2011-09-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-399-Minkando-at-Aura/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-400-The-Good-Companions-Greatest-Hits/ Join the Amateur English-speaking theatre troupe The Good Companions for an evening of comedy sketches, greatest hits and other nonsense. The bar will open at 7:30pm. For more information or reservations you can email goodcompanionslima@gmail.com. 2011-09-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-400-The-Good-Companions-Greatest-Hits/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-401-Mini-Pizzaiolo-Contest/ Antica invites you to their 4th annual Mini Pizzaiolo Contest! Children between the ages of 3 and 11 can be registered to participate in this fun pizza-making contest by emailing eventos@anticapizzeria.com.pe. Include children's full names, date of birth, age, parents name, phone number, email and branch you will like to participate in. Contest begins at 10:30am. 2011-09-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-401-Mini-Pizzaiolo-Contest/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-402-2nd-Fitness-Expo/ Come to Peru's biggest sport good fair in Lima. You'll find the latest in sports gear and equipment at discounted prices. There will also be fitness shows, workshops and classes available. 2011-09-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-402-2nd-Fitness-Expo/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-403-Lima-Walks-Callao/ Lima Walks, a company that specialises in architectural and historical walks in Lima, invites you to join them in a walking tour of Callao. The two hour walk starts and ends in front of the fortress Real Felipe and focuses on the residential areas including the republican-styled Old Callao, the colorful neighbors of Chucuito and the aristrocatic La Punta. The Callao walk can be extended by including a lunch in cevichería Mateo. For more information please email limawalks@gmail.com. 10am. 2011-09-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-403-Lima-Walks-Callao/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-404-Lima-Walks-Barrios-Altos/ Lima Walks, a company that specialises in architectural and historical walks in Lima, invites you to join them in their Barrios Altos tour. The route follows two pre-Hispanic roads and crosses the flow of a former pre-incan irrigation channel. Around 30 buildings are looked at in detail, including the Church and Convent of San Francisco, along with eight other churches in the area; as well as several quintas, including the Quinta Heeren; the former hospitals of the Indians and Africans; and the mysterious "stone of the devil". 10am. For more information please email limawalks@gmail.com. 2011-09-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-404-Lima-Walks-Barrios-Altos/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-397-After-Office-Happy-Hour/ We all know business networking is a valuable tool to gain information, increase your visibility in your field and make connections that will help you move forward in your career. So why not seek out new contacts, and potential mentors whom you like and admire, and whose interests you share? Why not do this while having a drink? Yes, this is after hours, or as I like to call it happy hour. I have notice that Peruvians aren't too keen -- can't imagine why anybody would be against networking and drinks specials -- on this idea. So why not bring it back? or introduce it? Every last Thursday be ready for what I know you've all been missing: drink specials, socializing, networking, chatting, and ending the day on a good note. Join LivinginPeru.com and the British Chamber of Commerce as we continue to dedicate our time to build networks, connect businesses and creating opportunities for all members and readers. Our monthly after office -- or happy hour -- will be at the JW Sushi Ceviche Lounge and we'll have a 2x1 drink and food specials for anyone who wants to join us. 6:30pm-9:30pm. 2011-09-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-397-After-Office-Happy-Hour/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-398-Expo-Vino-2011/ Expo Vino 2011 will bring together more than 110 brands of wines from international wineries, domestic producers, renown wine exports and more than 25,000 attendees. The most renowned international wineries from Argentina, Spain, Chile, Peru and other countries, will be in attendance this year. There will also be a special pavilion dedicated to pisco. 2011-09-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-398-Expo-Vino-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-390-RPP-Marathon/ Peru's RPP marathon will take place this October 9th in Lima. With more than 20,000 national and international athletes competing each year, it is the largest marathon in Peru. There will also be smaller races for families such as a 2.5K and a 10K. For more information you can email maraton@knk.com.pe or call 401-4438. Warm ups begin at 7am. Race begins at 9am. 2011-09-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-390-RPP-Marathon/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-391-Cristian-Castro-Concert/ Latin superstar and Mexican pop singer Cristian Castro will be bringing his "Viva El Principe" (Long Live the Prince) tour to Lima, Peru. This will be one of many concerts in the US and Latin America promoting his most recemt album, which pays tribute to legendary Mexican singer Jose Jose, known as "El Principe de la Cancion" (The Prince of Song). 9pm. 2011-09-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-391-Cristian-Castro-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-392-Sonic-Youth-Concert/ American alternative rock band from New York City, Sonic Youth, comes to Lima this November. World known since the Eighties' punk revolution, Sonic Youth is considered by many to be the godfathers of the underground. 2011-09-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-392-Sonic-Youth-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-393-Poison-Concert/ For fans of the 80's Hair Metal scene: American glam metal band, Poison, brings its 25th anniversary tour to Peru. 2011-09-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-393-Poison-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-394-4th-Mexican-Gastronomy-Fair/ Hotel Marriott Lima hosts its fourth annual Mexican Gastronomy Fair. More than 60 traditional Mexican dishes will be presented in the hotel's La Vista restaurant, all prepared by chef Rafael López-Aliaga with the help of Mexican native Karina Tamayo. There will also be live music provided by Mariachis Corazón de México and many more surprises. 8:30pm. 2011-09-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-394-4th-Mexican-Gastronomy-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-396-KC--The-Sunshine-Band-Concert/ KC The Sunshine Band, perhaps disco’s most popular and enduring live act, come to Lima. Since its inception in 1973, the groundbreaking south Florida group has sold millions of records with hits like, “Get Down Tonight,” “That’s The Way (I Like It),” (Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Body,” “I’m Your Boogie Man,” and “Boogies Shoes,” all time favorite party classics. 2011-09-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-396-KC--The-Sunshine-Band-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-385-Lima-Walks-Barranco/ Lima Walks, a company that specialises in architectural and historical walks in Lima, invites you to join them for their Barranco Walk. The walk begins at the central plaza's Biblioteca at 3:30 pm, and highlights 20th century architecture as well as late and current Barranco artists. It also includes a new stop in the Artesanos Don Bosco mansion and an exclusive visit to the house and workshop of sculptor Victor Delfin. 3pm. 2011-09-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-385-Lima-Walks-Barranco/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-386-Lima-Walks-Colonial-Lima/ Lima Walks, a company that specialises in architectural and historical walks in Lima, invites you to their Colonial Lima Walk around Plaza de Armas. The tour covers all the important and lesser known official buildings, balconies, churches and houses in Lima's Historic Center including the Church and Convent of Santo Domingo, the Church of the Nazarenas, the Church of San Pedro, Casa Osambela and Casa Riva Agüero. 10am. For more information please email limawalks@gmail.com. 2011-09-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-386-Lima-Walks-Colonial-Lima/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-387-Classic-Rock-Live/ Peruvian rock cover band, Toilet Paper, will be bringing all the classic rock hits from the 70s and 80s live: Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Grand Funk, Queen, Doobie Brothers, Pink Floyd, Peter Frampton, AC/DC, Steppenwolf, Bryan Adams, Joe Cocker, Eric Clapton, Santana and more. For more information and reservations call 272-1515. 9:30pm. 2011-09-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-387-Classic-Rock-Live/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-388-Sexy-Halloween-2011-Sweet-Temptation-Edition/ How sexy can you get this Halloween? Club Hebraica invites you to Sexy Halloween 2011 for a night of music, the sexiest costumes, cockails, contests, craziness and fun. 2011-09-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-388-Sexy-Halloween-2011-Sweet-Temptation-Edition/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-389-The-Georgian-National-Ballet/ Strength, speed and precision: enjoy amazing footwork from the Georgian National Ballet. 2011-09-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-389-The-Georgian-National-Ballet/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-378-Fine-Arts-for-All-/ AENBA, the School of Fine Arts Alumni Association, celebrates its 93rd anniversary by presenting a collection of banners by 73 artists who are current students, graduated artists and teachers at the institution. 2011-09-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-378-Fine-Arts-for-All-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-379--The-Conquest-of-the-East-/ Art school Corrient Alterna invites you to their latest art exhibit, La Conquista del Este (The Conquest of the East) showcasing paintings and sketches by Gonzalo Garcia Callegari. The works were inspired by 1700 and 1800 Japanese art. 2011-09-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-379--The-Conquest-of-the-East-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-380-Chronicle-of-a-Death-Foretold-/ Play based on Nobel laureate Gabriel Garcia Marquez novel "Crónica de una muerte anunciada," a story that touches on fate, magic and redemption. Performances will be in Spanish. 8pm 2011-09-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-380-Chronicle-of-a-Death-Foretold-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-381-ACAP-Black--White-Ball-2011/ The American and Canadian Association of Peru is having its Annual Black White Ball on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 8pm. U.S. Ambassador Rose Likins has graciously offered her residence for the evening and the Swissôtel will be catering an unforgettable dinner. There will also be appetizers, drinks and a live band. A portion of the money raised in this event will go to La Alegría en el Señor, a school for handicapped children located in La Molina. Tickets are available at the ACAP office for $100. If purchased before October 1, 2011 there will be a 15% discount off the original price. For more information please call the ACAP office at 222-6359 from Monday to Friday from 9am to 1pm. 2011-09-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-381-ACAP-Black--White-Ball-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-382-Soledad-Pastorutti-Concert/ World famous, young Argentine folklore singer Soledad Pastorutti, “La Sole,” returns to Lima for a concert this October. Also performing that evening will be young Peruvian ethno fusion folklore star Lucho Quequezana, popular folklore singer William Luna and Peruvian singer Jean Paul Strauss. 9pm. 2011-09-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-382-Soledad-Pastorutti-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-384-Second-Peruvian-Contemporary-Film-Showcase-in-New-York-City/ The second Peruvian Contemporary Film Showcase in New York City, celebrates the journey of fifty years of modern Peruvian cinema. This selection of 11 films from the last fifty years (documentaries, shorts and feature-length films) shows the creative, ethnographic and geographic diversity of Peruvian culture, as reflected in cinematographic art in Peru. This year the program will be dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the scientific discovery of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in Cusco by North American explorer Hiram Bingham. They will also honor the life and work of Cuzco photographer Martin Chambi. This second showcase is curated and produced by the photographer and filmmaker Lorry Salcedo Mitrani, with the collaboration of the Consulate General of Peru in New York. 2011-09-19 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-384-Second-Peruvian-Contemporary-Film-Showcase-in-New-York-City/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-376-Piano-Concert-Sacred-Music-of-the-Orient/ The Instituto Gurdjieff Lima presents American pianist and conductor, Charles Ketcham Guerrero, who will perform a series of selected pieces, dervishes, sayyids, hymns and prayers of the East which have been composed by spiritual teacher G.I. Gurdjieff and composer T. de Hartmann. Especial guest for the evening will be ethnic and fusion Peruvian music composer and performer Manongo Mujica. Admission will be S/. 50 per person. 8pm 2011-09-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-376-Piano-Concert-Sacred-Music-of-the-Orient/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-377-Spring-Book-Sale/ Lots of new titles available at the best and largest selection of second-hand books available in English in Lima. There will also be coffee, cake and space to browse. 10am. 2011-09-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-377-Spring-Book-Sale/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-372-International-Coastal-Clean-Up-Day/ Join the American Canadian ASsociation of Peru (and millions of others around the world) as they pick up trash at Playa San Pedro (near Lurin - KM 31 exit). Everyone will meet at the Union Church at 9:00 am and car pool down there. Things to bring: water, snacks, layered clothing, good shoes, sun block, hat, gloves (optional), and your old plastic grocery bags for collecting junk. Everyone will return at Union Church by 1:00 pm. All ages welcome. Please email Tom Ososki at nelsonososki@yahoo.co.uk or call him at 9-9086-9618 if you plan on going. 2011-09-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-372-International-Coastal-Clean-Up-Day/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-373-Author-and-Illustrator-of-Historias-Recicladas-Present-Recycling-Workshop-and-Storytime/ Michela Casassa and Javier Ramos Cucho, author and illustrator of publishing house Polifonia Editora's recently released children's picture book "Historias Recicladas" (Recycled Stories) will be presenting a creative recycling workshop for children. Afterwards there will be a storytime where both will read their book which tells the story of how an inquisitive child learns the stories behind old objects. 5pm. 2011-09-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-373-Author-and-Illustrator-of-Historias-Recicladas-Present-Recycling-Workshop-and-Storytime/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-374-Grand-Opening-of-CasaCor-Peru/ You are invited to the Opening of CasaCor Peru! Join them for cocktails and the official opening of the 16th Peruvian Exhibition of Decoration and Design at the Ronald Building. There is a S/. 150 donation per person and the proceeds will benefit the Centro Ann Sullivan del Peru (CASP). A four-day Delfin Amazon Cruise trip will be raffled that evening. Please contact Monica Mayrock at mmayrockm@gmail.com for tickets and more information. 7pm. 2011-09-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-374-Grand-Opening-of-CasaCor-Peru/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-375-6th-Chamber-Music-Festival/ The Classics Dress in Rock in this year's chamber music festival. Ensembles fom Canada, Japan, Mexico, Nicaragua and Peru will be performing classic rock hits from The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Simon Garfunkel and More. There will also be a first time performance by the winner of this year's composition contest. 2011-09-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-375-6th-Chamber-Music-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-366-The-Kills-Concert/ Garage rock duo The Kills live in Lima this October. The bluesy punk duo consist of vocalist and guitarist VV, aka Alison Mosshart, formerly of the Florida punk band Discount, and drummer, guitarist and vocalist, Hotel, aka Jamie Hince. 2011-09-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-366-The-Kills-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-367-Bad-Religion-Concert/ Punk rock band from LA, Bad Religion, will be playing in Lima this October. The band is celebrating their 30-year anniversary. Since their start in late 70's the band gained fame with hits like “Generator” and “21st Century Digital Boy.” 9:30pm 2011-09-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-367-Bad-Religion-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-368-Deep-Purple-Concert/ Deep Purple, English rock band from Hertford considered among the pioneers of heavy metal, will be performing in Lima. 9pm. 2011-09-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-368-Deep-Purple-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-369-Control/ South American Pole Dance champion Elizabeth Muñoz gives her definition of the many ways people try to maintain control these days with a choreography that includes dance, music, pole dance and more. Tickets on sale at the door. 8pm. 2011-09-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-369-Control/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-370-Alexander-Paley-Piano-Concert/ Classical pianist, Alexander Paley, returns to Lima. Winner of the 2006 "French Grammy," Les Victoires de la Musique classique, his widely recognized for his exceptionally broad and extensive repertoire of concerti and solo piano works. 2011-09-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-370-Alexander-Paley-Piano-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-371-The-Infernal-Comedy-Confessions-of-a-Serial-Killer/ John Malkovich brings serial killer Jack Unterweger back to life. The actor comes to Lima to star in the operatic depiction of the Austrian celebrity writer and murderer. 2011-09-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-371-The-Infernal-Comedy-Confessions-of-a-Serial-Killer/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-359-Dinosaurs-Exhibit-in-Parque-Kennedy/ Wondered what dinosaurs of Peru looked like way back when? Parque Kennedy will be center stage to an exhibit inspired by research and findings on the Callejón de Conchucos, a valley in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range in the Ancash region of Peru. After 7pm display includes lights show and sound effects. 2011-09-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-359-Dinosaurs-Exhibit-in-Parque-Kennedy/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-360-Circus-at-the-Park/ The Alunisono Circus is composed of a group of young people who have been performing in various parks throughout Miraflores in the last year. They do magic tricks, juggling, perform acrobatics and more. This September they will host a special performance in Parque Reducto to celebrate the arrival of Spring in Lima. 12pm. 2011-09-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-360-Circus-at-the-Park/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-361-Star-Wars-Expanded-Universe-Expo/ Star Wars Fan Club Peru presents it's first audio-visual expo. Star Wars Expanded Universe fans can have access to movies, videos, comics, collectibles, merchandize, Jedi workshops, contests, projections and more. Free admission. 9am-9pm. 2011-09-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-361-Star-Wars-Expanded-Universe-Expo/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-362-Eva-Ayllón-Concert/ Eva Ayllón, one of Peru's foremost Afro-Peruvian singers, will hold her 40th anniversary concert celebration just in time for Día de la Canción Criolla. 2011-09-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-362-Eva-Ayllón-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-363-Oktoberfest-Peru-2011/ Celebrate the 10th anniversary of what is now famously knows as Peru's greatest German party. Everyone is invited to celebrate 4 days of German food, drinks and music. 2011-09-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-363-Oktoberfest-Peru-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-364-Damian-Marley-Concert/ Three-time Grammy Award winning, Jamaican reggae artist Damian Marley comes to Peru. Damian "Junior Gong" Marley, the youngest singing son of the immortal Bob has gained world recognition for his classic, cutting-edge Jamaican grooves with touches of hip hop. 9pm. 2011-09-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-364-Damian-Marley-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-365-Israel-Vibration-Concert---/ Reggae group from Kingston, Jamaica, Israel Vibration, comes to Barranco. They are one of the most successful roots groups to form in Jamaica in the late 1970s. 2011-09-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-365-Israel-Vibration-Concert---/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-357-Watch-the-NFL-Games/ As the NFL season kicks off, there is no better place in Peru to watch than the Fiesta Casino. The Estadio Fiesta has a 26x26ft high definition screen for the most important games, and can show four others games simultaneously on its other televisions. Come watch with your friends, drink some frosty Miller beers and eat authentic buffalo wings. There is free parking, as well. The games run 1 p.m.- 7 p.m. on Sundays, and from 8:30 p.m. - 11:30 on Monday nights. For reservations call 610-4151 or email reservasfiesta@thunderbirdresorts.com. 2011-09-11 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-357-Watch-the-NFL-Games/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-358-Pro-Special-Olympics-5K/ Help support Peruvian athletes training to participate in next year's Special Olympics by taking part in this fundraising 5Km walk and run. 7am 2011-09-11 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-358-Pro-Special-Olympics-5K/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-356-Nikes-We-Run-Lima-10K/ Run without limits! Take to the road again for this year's Nike We Run Lima 10K. Participants must be 13 years of age or older and pay a S/. 60 fee. Race begins at 9am. 2011-09-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-356-Nikes-We-Run-Lima-10K/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-352-Animal-Conservation-/ San Diego Zoo Global works in Peru with local residents and communities on conservation research for Andean bears and other species sharing their forest habitats. SAE member, Russ Van Horn, has focused this effort on 2 very different sites - the humid forests mid-way between Cusco and Puerto Maldonado along the Interoceanic Highway, and the dry forest of Lambayeque, site of the newly created Parque Arqueologico and Ecologico de Batan Grande. Russ will provide an overview of what they are learning about the bears and the other forest animals, including images of animals and animal behavior that humans almost never see. 2011-09-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-352-Animal-Conservation-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-353-Sabor-y-Controls-Salsa-Party/ Hard salsa orchestra Sabor y Control hosts another one of their famous Fiesta Brutal (brutal party). 2011-09-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-353-Sabor-y-Controls-Salsa-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-354-Nirvana-Tribute-Concert-with-Dmente-Común/ Popular Peruvian rock band D'mente Común pays tribute to Nirvana in Barranco's La Noche. 2011-09-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-354-Nirvana-Tribute-Concert-with-Dmente-Común/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-355-Bareto-Concert/ Popular cumbia and tropical fusion band Bareto holds concert. 2011-09-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-355-Bareto-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-351-Mexican-Independence-Day-Fundraising-Dinner/ The Asociacion de Damas Mexicanas (Mexican Ladies Association) and the Mexican Embassy invite you to a benefit dinner in honor of Mexican Independence Day. The evening's funds will go to Casa Hogar de la Misericordia (Mercy Home) orphanage. There will be cocktails, Mexican cuisine, live Mariachi music, patrons can bring their own drinks and there will also be cortesy valet parking. Suggested donation is S/. 140 per guest. For more information you can email damasmexicanas@hotmail.com or zhayraayon@gmail.com. 8:00pm. 2011-09-06 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-351-Mexican-Independence-Day-Fundraising-Dinner/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-350-Centenarios-Homage-to-De-victoria-Liszt-Mahler-and-Granados/ Join Peru's Universidad Catolica's for four fantastic evenings paying homage to De Victoria, Liszt, Mahler and Granados. Mon, Sept 12: PUCP's madrigal choir performs compositions by Tomás Luis de Victoria with the accompaniment of musical instruments from the 16th century. Tue, Sept 13: American soprano Jeannie Darnell and American pianist Michael Baron, perform piano compositions by Franz Liszt. Wed, Sept 14: Tenor Wilson Hidalgo, soprano Rosa Parodi and pianist Carmen Escobedo perform poems and songs by Gustav Mahler. *Thu, Sept 15: Renown pianist Marta Zabaleta from Spain performs Enrique Granados's Goyescas opera. Free admission. 7:30pm. 2011-09-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-350-Centenarios-Homage-to-De-victoria-Liszt-Mahler-and-Granados/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-347-Silicon-Valley-Virtual-Tour-A-Real-Life-Course-in-Entrepreneurship/ Attend a cycle of six free online seminars featuring stablished entrepreneurs, visionaries, thought leaders and investors from the Valley. These live webinars will focus on themes related to technology, biotechnology, innovation and entrepreneurship and was created specifically for Latin American entrepreneurs and innovators. The seminars begin on September 6 at 1pm with LinkedIn co-founder Eric Ly. The final webinar on November 29, 1pm, will feature Luke Nosek, co-founder of PayPal. There will also be presentations by Richard Wong from Accel Partners (Sept 21, 1pm); Arash Ferdowsi from Dropbox (Oct 4, 1pm); Roelof Botha, CFO from Paypal (Oct 18, 1pm) and Facebook co-founder and CFO, Eduardo Saverin (Nov 2, 1pm). 2011-08-31 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-347-Silicon-Valley-Virtual-Tour-A-Real-Life-Course-in-Entrepreneurship/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-349-La-Ronda-de-los-Niños-Expo-Sale/ La Ronda de los Niños invites you to their latest expo sale. The store's concept gives families high quality products at economic prices; helps the environment; offers original and sometimes unique products that come from everywhere in the world and makes available new eco-friendly products as organic cotton clothes for all the family, wooden toys, bags made with recycled materials etc. The sale will benefit the Los Gorriones Casa Hogar, which helps special and unpriviledged children in Ayacucho. 10am-6pm. 2011-08-31 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-349-La-Ronda-de-los-Niños-Expo-Sale/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-342-Homotextual/ A one-man dance performance by Adrian Figueroa R. which aims to express a questioning of all the norms and rules that are considered correct or appropiate in society. 2011-08-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-342-Homotextual/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-344-9th-Tea-of-Hope/ Help the children of the Asociación Ciudad de los Niños de la Inmaculada, a children's shelter, by participating in this annual fundraiser. There will be musical peformances by Jean Paul Strauss and E.G.O., as well as presentations by other national celebrities. For tickets call: 276-1463 or 277-0183. 4pm 2011-08-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-344-9th-Tea-of-Hope/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-345-Layo--Bushwacka-Shake-It/ One of downtown Lima's iconic hotels plays center stage for a night of electronic music with duo Layo Bushwacka! 2011-08-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-345-Layo--Bushwacka-Shake-It/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-346-El-Freaky/ Colombian audiovisual party group El Freaky returns to Lima after opening shows for Calle 13 and Sean Paul in Colombia. Enjoy the best dances and beats in mashups, funk, house, drum bass, dub, reggae and more. 2011-08-30 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-346-El-Freaky/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-340-Fundraiser-Against-Childhood-Cancer/ Artists, sport celebrities, journalists and many more will come together for the dance show "Bailemos por una esperanza de vida" (Lets Dance for a Hope for Life). The night's profits will benefit the children's ward in the Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Neoplasicas (National Institute for Neoplastic Diseases). 2011-08-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-340-Fundraiser-Against-Childhood-Cancer/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-341-Fundraiser-Against-Childhood-Cancer/ Artists, sport celebrities, journalists and many more will come together for the dance show "Bailemos por una esperanza de vida" (Lets Dance for a Hope for Life). The night's profits will benefit the children's ward in the Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Neoplasicas (National Institute for Neoplastic Diseases). 2011-08-29 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-341-Fundraiser-Against-Childhood-Cancer/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-338-Otaku-Fest-2011/ A festival for Peru's Manga and Anime fans. This time Otaku Fest will bring singers Aki Misato, Koji Wada and Cesar Franco. There will also be sci-fi and comic expos; workshops; trivia challenges; band battles; drawing and karaoke contests; a collectibles sale; and much more. 10am 2011-08-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-338-Otaku-Fest-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-339-Red-Bull-Flugtag-Peru-2011/ Red Bull Flugtag challenges teams of everyday people to build homemade, human-powered flying machines and pilot them off a 30-foot high deck in hopes of achieving flight! The fun is in that all these crafts ultimately splash into the waters below. They are judged not only on their flight's distance, but creativity and showmanship as well. You have until September 30 to sign up. The chosen teams will be announced on October 30. 2011-08-28 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-339-Red-Bull-Flugtag-Peru-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-337-National-Ballets-Spring-Season/ The National Museum will set the stage for Peru's National Ballet's spring season which will be choreographed by Jimmy Gamonet. 8pm. 2011-08-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-337-National-Ballets-Spring-Season/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-326-Titus-Bovenberg-Art-Exhibit/ Throughout the month of September, Art gallery Arte Fractal Dragon in Cuzco, which only features local artists, will be displaying Titus Bovenberg latest collection of works. With it the artist tries to depict how love and beauty are born from vulnerability and fearlessness. 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-326-Titus-Bovenberg-Art-Exhibit/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-327-Book-Study-Voices-of-the-True-Woman-Movement/ Morning study of the book ‘Voices of the True Woman Movement’ by Nancy Leigh Moss, a book calling for a 'counter-revolution', in encouraging women to explore God's will for them, choose faith and leave a lasting prayer legacy. Everyone welcome. Please contact Machelle Oropeza at machelleoropeza@live.com for more information. 10am-12pm 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-327-Book-Study-Voices-of-the-True-Woman-Movement/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-328-Star-Wars-Rebellion-Expo/ The Star Wars Rebellion Peru Fan Club invites you to two fun days of Star Wars comics, collectibles, Jedi workshops and more. Collectibles demostrations: 10am-10pm. Jedi Academy workshops: 4pm-6pm 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-328-Star-Wars-Rebellion-Expo/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-329-MACs-Art-at-the-Park-Giant-Bubbles/ Lima's Museum of Contemporary Art invites you to their latest "Art at the Park" activity: Giant Bubbles. Every Saturday and Sunday until September 17th from 2pm-5pm the museum will have a series of bubble making activities for children as a way of creating fun and creative ways to teach children about art, movement and self expression. 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-329-MACs-Art-at-the-Park-Giant-Bubbles/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-331-Wellness-Sundays-in-Miraflores/ Every Sunday from 7am to 12pm the Parque Central de Miraflores presents a series of outdoor activities aimed at promoting well-being, fitness and family time. There will be toys, games, puppet shows and more for parents and childrens to enjoy. 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-331-Wellness-Sundays-in-Miraflores/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-332-Cocoon-Superclub-Concert/ Join popular German DJ Ornu Özer and local DJs Rodrigo Lozano and Christian Berger for a night of nonstop dance music. 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-332-Cocoon-Superclub-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-333-Dubfire-and-Carlo-Lio-Concert/ Techno music's Ali Shirazinia, known by his stage name Dubfire, (once one-half of Grammy-winning duo Deep Dish) along with Carlo Lio will be performing live in the Estadio Monumental. 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-333-Dubfire-and-Carlo-Lio-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-334-G6-The-Top-6-in-Contemporary-Peruvian-Guitar/ A concert showcasing the 6 most famous contemporary guitarists in Peru: Víctor Hugo Glenny, Alec Marambio, Marcoz Maizel, Óscar Martín Yito, Jimmy Infante and Koko Rengifo. 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-334-G6-The-Top-6-in-Contemporary-Peruvian-Guitar/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-335-Fire-Strength--and-Passion/ Candela, Fuerza y Pasion by Tony award winning Broadway choreographer Luis Salgado brings 32 dancers to the stage to tell the story of Candela a woman who's passion for music allows her to share and celebrate the best in cultures. The production will donate a portion of profits to social organizations Enseña Peru and Un Techo Para Mi Pais. 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-335-Fire-Strength--and-Passion/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-336-El-Rastrillo/ The Rastrillo is a fundraising event that has taken place in Lima every September featuring several stands, children activities, raffles, live music, top restaurants serving food, fashion shows and more. Its main goal is to raise money to help homes for abandoned children in the districts of Villa El Salvador, Comas and La Molina. The homes are run by Nuevo Futuro Peru, which belongs to the Fundades Group. The homes provide a family environment for the children that enable their overall development. 2011-08-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-336-El-Rastrillo/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-323-St-Rose-of-Lima-Celebration-and-the-Peruvian-Paso-Horse/ Hacienda Mamacona will be celebrating St. Rose of Lima's national holiday with one of their classic Paso Horse shows, folkloric dances from Peru and traditional Peruvian cuisine. 1pm-5pm 2011-08-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-323-St-Rose-of-Lima-Celebration-and-the-Peruvian-Paso-Horse/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-325-Yoga-Trial-Class/ Wondering whether to give up your Saturday mornings for SAE's new yoga class? Why go this Wednesday evening for a trial class. Amy Schwartz is a certified Yoga Alliance Instructor with 6 years of experience in a variety of yoga styles, including Ashtanga yoga, Hot-yoga and Power yoga. She will happily adapt poses to suit your needs and level. All levels, all ages and beginners are most welcome! Wear comfortable clothing, bring a towel and if you have a mat bring it too! Places limited, so go on time. Amy will be around before and after class for questions. 6:15pm-7:30pm. 2011-08-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-325-Yoga-Trial-Class/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-321-After-Office-Happy-Hour/ The British Peruvian Chamber of Commerce invites you to their latest After Office happy hour event. Enjoy a talk by guest speaker Jose Luis Sarrio and the company of global-minded professionals interested in multinational business management. The Chamber offers commercial and cultural insights into Britain and Peru in order to increase bilateral relationships and encourage sustainable, socially responsible development. It also organizes a variety of events every year to attract business people and allow a direct interaction between the attendees generating the opportunity to expand their network and establish commercial relations. 6:30pm - 9:30pm 2011-08-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-321-After-Office-Happy-Hour/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-322-Toromatch-2011/ Toromatch returns to Hacienda Mamacona for its 2011 season. Every Sunday until September 18 there will be traditional Peruvian dishes, paso horse exhibits, folkloric dances, games for children, bullfighting-themed games, a game of cow-soccer (instead of a ball, a team has to get a cow to the opponents goal net) and lots of music, games and fun. 2011-08-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-322-Toromatch-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-313-Doreen-Schaffer-Concert/ Doreen Shaffer,"The Queen of Jamaican Ska," who is also the lead singer of The Skatalites comes to Peru for a solo concert. 2011-08-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-313-Doreen-Schaffer-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-314-Paracas-Triathlon-/ Triatlón Paracas, known as being among the most scenic triathlons in the country, will take place this November. It covers 1.9 km swimming, 90km cycling and 21 km running. Registration will be open until November 21. 2011-08-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-314-Paracas-Triathlon-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-315-Yumax-80K-Ultramarathon/ The 80km Yumax marathon will cover the beach circuit in Lima's Costa Verde. You can sign up until January 20th. 2011-08-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-315-Yumax-80K-Ultramarathon/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-316-Viva-Mexico-Peru-2011/ The best Peruvian-Mexican event in town. For 3 days Peru will celebrate the best of Mexico in Viva Mexico Peru 2011. Enjoy Mexican cuisine, learn about interesting Mexican travel destinations, buy art, drink tequila, dance along to Mariachi music and more. Children can also join in the fun, since there will be games, piñatas and sweets as well. 2011-08-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-316-Viva-Mexico-Peru-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-317-Talos-Dream-Toy-Exhibit-/ Dédalo Art Galery invites you to an exhibit of toys inspired by mythology icons. 2011-08-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-317-Talos-Dream-Toy-Exhibit-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-318-Descarga-en-el-Barrio-Fania-All-Stars-Tribute/ Descarga en el Barrio celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Cheetah concert by famous salsa musical ensemble from NY, Fania All-Stars, which changes Latin music forever. 2011-08-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-318-Descarga-en-el-Barrio-Fania-All-Stars-Tribute/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-319-8th-Avon-Walk--Run-Against-Breast-Cancer/ For 50 years Avon has raised breast cancer awareness in 50 countries. This October it will host its 8th 5Km. walk and run to help fight breast cancer. 2011-08-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-319-8th-Avon-Walk--Run-Against-Breast-Cancer/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-312-Ramón-Vargas-Concert/ Mexican tenor, Ramón Vargas, one of the leading tenors of our our time, comes to Peru. 2011-08-17 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-312-Ramón-Vargas-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-310-Cantinflas-Film-Retrospective/ Cantinflas, the late actor and comedian Mario Moreno Reyes, perhaps Mexico's most beloved cinematic figure and a witty master of fun nonsensical wordplay would have turned 100 this August. In celebration of his anniversary Spain's Cultural Center and La Católica University will host to two days of film retrospectives on his honor. 2011-08-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-310-Cantinflas-Film-Retrospective/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-311-Mar-de-Copas-Concert/ The popular Peruvian Rock band, Mar de Copas will be performing in Miraflores. The night's guest performer will be female rocker Steph. 2011-08-16 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-311-Mar-de-Copas-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-302-Lima-Camina/ The city of Lima wants to promote a love for fun and culture with its new campaign "Lima Camina" (Lima Walks). Every Sunday of the year, from 12pm - 5pm, the streets of Lima's Historic Center will become center stage for dance shows, live musical performances, theater, circus acts, storytelling, street drawing contests and many more vibrant and creative activities Lima residents and guests can enjoy. 2011-08-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-302-Lima-Camina/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-304-Urban-Festival-Hip-Hop-Respeto-2011/ Hip Hop Respeto 2011 hopes to showcase the best of urban art in Peru. From breakdancing to, MCing to graffiti styling; Lima's latest urban stars come together in this festival to show their love for everything hip hop. 2011-08-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-304-Urban-Festival-Hip-Hop-Respeto-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-305-Barranco-Blues-Festival-2011/ The Blues invade Barranco this end of August. Barranco Blues Festival 2011 gathers the best local blues band as well as guest bands from from Chile, Ecuador and England. 2011-08-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-305-Barranco-Blues-Festival-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-306-Saturdays-Musical-Corner/ Every Saturday between 11:30am - 12:30pm the Parque Reducto in Miraflores - where the bio fair is also held during the weekend - will host its musical corner. Young and old alike can enjoy traditional rhythms from Peru and join in the fun with available instruments or simply by dancing along to the beats. 2011-08-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-306-Saturdays-Musical-Corner/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-307-3rd-FINA-Junior-Swimming-Championships/ Peru will be host to the 3rd FINA Junior Swimming Championships this mid August. The city of Lima will welcome 700 swimmers from the more than 70 countries for this competition. This championship is swimming-only and all participants are under 18 years old. 2011-08-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-307-3rd-FINA-Junior-Swimming-Championships/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-308-APEC-SME-Summit/ More than 1,500 entrepreneurs will meet in Lima on August 25th for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Summit 2011. Small and medium enterprises will be given tools to reach markets around the world, face glabalization through different information technologies and much more. 2011-08-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-308-APEC-SME-Summit/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-309-OPEX-2011-/ The annual international business seminar Opex 2011 returns to Lima. Exchange knowledge, network with peers and open your mind to new ways to improve your day to day business by learning the latest networking tools, technological advances, financial strategies and more. 2011-08-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-309-OPEX-2011-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-298-Kinesferadanza-Others-with-Others/ Dance Company, Kinesferadanza, presents its new dance spectacular “Otros con Otros” (Others with Others). The Kinesferadanza dance troupe is composed of dancers with physical or sensory disabilities who are committed to celebrating their love for dance and performing. There will also be a photography exhibit and video projection of the show's creative process. Show begins at 7:30pm. For more information you can contact kinesferadanza@gmail.com. 2011-08-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-298-Kinesferadanza-Others-with-Others/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-299-Electro-Techno-Spring-Festival/ Some of Latin America's most popular Electro Techo musicians will meet in Lima for this year's Festival Electro Techno Primavera. Headlining the show are Chimo Bayo and Denise Murz. There will also be performances by Qué Out, Unidad Central and Pestaña. 2011-08-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-299-Electro-Techno-Spring-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-300-Puppet-Festival-Tangled-Stories-/ The Peruvian Japanese Cultural Center invites you to join them these August Sundays at 4pm for Historias Enredadas (Tangled Stories), a series of colorful and entertaining puppet shows everyone in the family can enjoy: Flute y la Mariposa (Flute and the Butterfly) tells the story of a bird who goes on a search for her little friend the butterfly so that they can play and dance. Cronopi introduces us to a happy puppy who loves entertaining the audience with his lively tricks. En una Cajita Escondido Está (Hidden in a Little Box) is about a fun-loving elder Afro-Peruvian man who uses the rhythms of his cajon to take us through his fascinating riddle. A Ritmo de la Selva (To the Rhythym of the Jungle) brings us to a lively jungle dance that is in charge of taking care of a little boy. Chaplin is a charming tribute to the legendary Charlie Chaplin. 2011-08-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-300-Puppet-Festival-Tangled-Stories-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-301-Miraflores-Lee-Reading-at-the-Park-in-Miraflores/ The Miraflores municipality wants to promote reading with its new campaign "Miraflores Lee" (Miraflores Reads). From Monday through Friday between 3pm - 5pm the Parque Central de Miraflores (Miraflores' Central Park) and Parque Kennedy (Kennedy Park) will have a number of creative book display carts filled with a series of books from various topics for children and young adults to read free of charge. An identification will be needed by book borrowers, which will kept until a book is returned to its cart. 2011-08-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-301-Miraflores-Lee-Reading-at-the-Park-in-Miraflores/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-297-Cocktail-Party-of-a-Lifetime/ LivinginPeru.com and Saci invite you to the cocktail party of a lifetime. Saci's chef, Luis Alberto Sacilotto, has been influential in the Lima food scene for many years and has been involved in the creation of some of the city’s best known restaurants. His latest does not disappoint. Join us as we keep warm this winter and get passionate about Chef Luis’s creative dishes and wines. You can RSVP at ib@lvinginperu.com. 2011-08-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-297-Cocktail-Party-of-a-Lifetime/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-292-Classic-Rock-Live-/ Peruvian rock cover band, Toilet Paper, will be bringing all the classic rock hits from the 70s and 80s live: Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Grand Funk, Queen, Doobie Brothers, Pink Floyd, Peter Frampton, AC/DC, Steppenwolf, Bryan Adams, Joe Cocker, Eric Clapton, Santana and more. 2011-08-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-292-Classic-Rock-Live-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-293-Cleft-Lip-and-Palate-Repair-Campaign/ Peru's Health Ministry, the Rotary Club Camacho, Mision Caritas Felices (Happy Little Faces Mission) and The Smile Train will be sponsoring a 5th campaign to provide free cleft lip and palate repair surgeries for children in Lima. Patient screening will take place on Friday, August 19 and surgeries will be performed on Saturday, August 20th and Sunday August 21st. For more information you can call 201-0400, extensions 229 and 308. 2011-08-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-293-Cleft-Lip-and-Palate-Repair-Campaign/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-294-Urban-Watch/ Galeria Indigo invites you to visit their latest photography exhibit: Mirada Urbana (Urban Watch). The collection includes photographs by Michele Allemant, Gisella Benavides E., Claudia Cisneros Velarde and Marianella Ghitis. 2011-08-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-294-Urban-Watch/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-295--Miyavi-Concert/ J-Rock star, singer, guitarist, composer and producer, Miyavi, comes to Peru this November as part of his "What's My Name World Tour 2011." Miyavi, with his inimitable 'Samurai Guitarist,' persona is famous for his unique guitar sound and his influences from rock, hip hop and dance music. 2011-08-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-295--Miyavi-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-296-ACAP-Presents-Dr-Linnea-J-Smith-from-The-Amazon-Medical-Project/ The American Canadian Association of Peru presents Dr. Linnea J. Smith. She will share her experiences with the Amazon Medical Project, which provides medical sevices to the indigenous people of the Peruvian Amazon. There will be piqueos (appetizers), wine and a great time with friends from ACAP, the American Women’s Literary Club and Lima Sunrise Rotary. A S/. 30 donation is requested and talk will begin at 7:30pm. 2011-08-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-296-ACAP-Presents-Dr-Linnea-J-Smith-from-The-Amazon-Medical-Project/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-291-Tribalism-Electronic-Music-Party--/ This Saturday in Barranco Tribalism hosts their latest Electronic Music party with remixes provided DJ Karl Montenegro. There will be S/.10 Chilcanos, Cuba Libres, Daiquiris and more! 2011-08-11 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-291-Tribalism-Electronic-Music-Party--/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-287-Lima-Walks-Barranco/ Lima Walks, a company that specialises in architectural and historical walks in Lima, invites you to join them for their Barranco Walk. The walk begins at the central plaza's Biblioteca at 3:30 pm, and highlights 20th century architecture as well as late and current Barranco artists. It also includes an exclusive visit to the house and workshop of sculptor Victor Delfin. For more information please email limawalks@gmail.com. 2011-08-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-287-Lima-Walks-Barranco/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-288-Book-Release-Party-Historias-Recicladas/ Come celebrate with publishing house Polifonia Editora, author Michela Casassa and illustrator Javier Ramos Cucho the release of their children's picture book, "Historias Recicladas. "(Recycled Stories) The evening will also inaugurate an exhibit of their book which will run until September 5th. Michela Casassa wrote the stories based on her experiences as an artist that reuses objects in unexpected ways, and the book includes her photographs of rescuing abandoned objects and of many forgotten and neglected spaces in Lima. Javier Ramos Cucho cleverly transforms the photographs into imaginative beings that introduce us to the fascinating world of machines and gears, an essential theme in his work. 2011-08-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-288-Book-Release-Party-Historias-Recicladas/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-289-Childrens-Book-Authors-Present-Recycling-Workshop-and-Storytime/ Michela Casassa and Javier Ramos Cucho, author and illustrator of publishing house Polifonia Editora's recently released children's picture book "Historias Recicladas" (Recycled Stories) will be presenting a recycling workshop for children. Afterwards there will be a reading of their book -printed on recycled paper, of course - which tells the story of how an inquisitive child learns the stories behind old objects. This creative workshop is perfect for kids who are interested in the three BIG R’s: Reducing, Re-ducing, and Recycling. Michela Casassa wrote the stories based on her experiences as an artist that reuses objects in unexpected ways, and the book includes her photographs of rescuing abandoned objects and of many forgotten and neglected spaces in Lima. Javier Ramos Cucho cleverly transforms the photographs into imaginative beings that introduce us to the fascinating world of machines and gears, an essential theme in his work. Workshop begins at 11am and their beautiful book exhibit is on display at La Folie until September 5th. Don’t miss it! 2011-08-10 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-289-Childrens-Book-Authors-Present-Recycling-Workshop-and-Storytime/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-280-4-Kids-2-Rock-CrazyDizzy/ The 4 Kids 2 Rock music school brings local bands M.A.S.A.C.R.E and Backdoormen to the stage to perform AC/DC's greatest hits. Guests can join bands on stage at the end of the night for a closing jam session. A concert for the entire family. 2011-08-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-280-4-Kids-2-Rock-CrazyDizzy/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-281-Sirenia-in-Concert/ Sirenia, gothic and symphonic metal band from Stavanger, Norway, returns to Peru as part of their "The Enigma of Life" world tour. 2011-08-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-281-Sirenia-in-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-282-The-Serpent-Changes-Skin/ La Serpiente Muda de Piel is a photography exhibit by Mario Silva which recontextualizes pre-Columbian iconography to give it a completely new cosmic role. 2011-08-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-282-The-Serpent-Changes-Skin/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-283-Lima-Sunrise-Rotary-Club/ The Rotary Club Lima Sunrise meets every Thursday at 7:30am to discuss and undertake a variety of community service projects and initiatives in our local communities. They are the only English speaking Rotary Club in Lima. Join them if you are interested in learning more about Rotary and its mission here in Peru. For more information please contact Kelly Giem at kellygiem@aol.com or visit their website at www.rotary-limasunrise.org/. 2011-08-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-283-Lima-Sunrise-Rotary-Club/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-284-SAE-Spanish-Conversation-Classes/ Come along to the South American Explorers Lima Clubhouse every Monday and join a Spanish conversation group for foreign residents. Classes will be held year round and are available from 12pm-1pm for beginners to low-intermediate students and from 1pm-2pm for strong intermediate to advanced students. Be sure to check their website for schedule updates. 2011-08-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-284-SAE-Spanish-Conversation-Classes/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-285-Actibícimo-Night-Rides/ Join Actibícimo, a group of recreational and professional cyclers whose goal is to promote the personal enjoyment and environmental benefits of bicycling, each first Thursday of the month at 8:30pm for their monthly Salidas Nocturnas (Night Rides). A new destination is chosen each month and everyone is welcome. 2011-08-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-285-Actibícimo-Night-Rides/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-286-Lima-Walks-Miraflores-Surquillo-Culinary-Walk/ Lima Walks, a company that specialises in architectural and historical walks in Lima, invites you to join them for their Miraflores-Surquillo Culinary Walk. The walk starts at 8:30am at Cafe Haiti across from the Ovalo Miraflores and includes a visit to the Miraflores Organic Market (BioFair) in Parque Reducto and Surquillo's traditional mercado. There tour also includes a tasting of Peruvian Chanchamayo coffee and chocolate from Tarapoto. 9:30am. For more information please email limawalks@gmail.com. 2011-08-09 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-286-Lima-Walks-Miraflores-Surquillo-Culinary-Walk/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-279-Seminariums-5th-Strategic-Management-Conference/ Business guru Richard D'Aveni is coming to Peru. The strategic planning professor, consultant and best-selling writer will be the featured speaker at Seminarium's Fifth Strategic Management Conference, held on September 15th. D'Aveni, a professor at Dartmouth University's Tuck Business School and consultant for numerous important corporations, vaulted to fame in the business world with his book "Hypercompetition." He is also the author "Beating the Commodity Trap: How to Maximize Your Competitive Position and Increase Your Pricing Power" and "Strategice Supremacy." He was named one of the Thinkers 50, a list of the top minds in strategic planning. Other speakers will include Miguel Palomino, a professor at the Universidad del Pacifico and managing director of the Peruvian Economics Institute, as well as famed political analyst and journalist Augusto Álvarez Rodrich. The conference will run from 8:30am until 6:00pm. 2011-08-08 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-279-Seminariums-5th-Strategic-Management-Conference/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-277-Laura-Pausini-Concert/ Laura Pausini, one of the most successful Italian singer-songwriters worldwide, will be returning to Peru. 2011-08-06 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-277-Laura-Pausini-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-276-Lima-Photo-2011/ Lima Photo is one of Peru's most important international photography events. This year's edition will be exhibing works from art galeries in Argentina, Chile, Spain, The United States, Peru and Uruguay. 2011-08-06 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-276-Lima-Photo-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-278-Trujillo-Snow-Fest-2011/ Trujillo will host its first winter Dance Music festival this August. There will be performances by DJs Christian Berger, Leandro Dutra, Juan Camilo Caldas and more. 2011-08-06 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-278-Trujillo-Snow-Fest-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-275-Full-Moon-Party-Mancora/ The legendary Full Moon Party Mancora just got better, welcoming their new Resident DJ Bruno Hernandez. 2011-08-05 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-275-Full-Moon-Party-Mancora/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-274-Beer-Night/ What is better than a night of Peruvian beer with friends? Go to the SAE clubhouse this week and bring your favourite Peruvian beer! You will have the chance to drink your favorites (Pilsen, Cusquena, Cristal, Tres, Cruces, Brahma), and try something new through exchange! Don’t forget to brush up on your beer facts to prove your smarts with their beer trivia! Remember: BYOB, but there will have some for sale if you forget! 2011-08-04 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-274-Beer-Night/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-262-Four-Jazz-Greats/ Four Jazz greats share the stage for a night of the best in Jazz: Peru's most talented percussionist Alex Acuña; world famous Cuban jazz trumpeter and pianist Arturo Sandoval; Dominican pianist Michel Camilo and Mexican bassist Abraham Laboriel Sr. 8pm. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-262-Four-Jazz-Greats/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-263-Kutuká-Cultural-Festival/ Cañete will host a cultural festival celebrating its Afro-Peruvian heritage. There will be concerts, dance shows, art exhibits, craft fairs, talks and much more. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-263-Kutuká-Cultural-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-264-Crazy-Horse-Paris/ The most avant-garde cabaret in Paris, Crazy Horse, brings its sensuous choreography and sexy dancers to Lima for a sophisticated and glamourous show that is certain to engage the mind and the eye. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-264-Crazy-Horse-Paris/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-265-7th-Inkafest/ The annual mountain film, adventure and environmental festival, Inkafest, returns to Huaraz. There will be screenings, exhibits, contests, mountain books fair, activities, pub nights and many other activities for movie-makers, sports enthusiasts and general public to enjoy. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-265-7th-Inkafest/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-266-Healing-and-Preparing-for-2012/ Biviana Ruffino an international speaker in Holistic Healing and Self Help will talk about what you need to know and what changes you need to make before 2012. She will also discuss how this year will not be the end of the world, but the end of an era. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-266-Healing-and-Preparing-for-2012/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-267-Winter-Warm-Up/ Go to the SAE clubhouse this week and warm up with a heartwarming movie! They will be serving hot coffee and hot tea! There will also be some delicious warm snacks and fabulous company. Voting on the film to be shown will begin promptly at 6pm. Don’t forget to BYO Blanket! 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-267-Winter-Warm-Up/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-268-SAE-Wine-Tasting-Night-Argentina-vs-Chile-/ Which is better: Argentine or Chilean wine? Decide for yourself! SAE clubhouse will pit the wines from Argentina against those of Chile with some fun tasting games and a blind test. Jon from the Traveling School of Wine will be back in the clubhouse with something for everyone: novices to budding oenophiles. You will also get food pairing tips and learn what wine appreciation is really all about. To RSVP, email saelima@gmail.com. A S/. 30 is also required. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-268-SAE-Wine-Tasting-Night-Argentina-vs-Chile-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-269-Amigos-del-Bosque-at-SAE/ This week, Jose Perez will join SAE to discuss his work in the North Jungle. Jose and his alliance, ‘Amigos del Bosque,’ work on agroforestry and tourism projects in Chazuta, a town in the San Matin department of the Peruvian Amazon. Chazuta itself is located within two conservation areas: Parque Nacional Cordillera Azul and Area de Conservacion Regional Cordillera Escalera, with beautiful landscapes and unique bird-watching opportunities. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-269-Amigos-del-Bosque-at-SAE/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-270-SAE-Pub-Quiz/ It’s time for SAE's monthly Pub Quiz at the Brenchley Arms! Enjoy a drink, munch on appetizers, and show off your knowledge! The pub has a 2 for 1 offer on selected cocktails, and SAE members get a 20% discount! Meet up at the clubhouse at 6:15pm to walk over to the pub together, or just meet them there! 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-270-SAE-Pub-Quiz/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-271--At-risk-Children-in-Peru/ Coprodeli is an organization dedicated to creating sustainable social programs. They work in Callao, Pachacutec, and Ica, offering programs in health and humanitarian aid, education, housing, and employment and job training to the poorest populations in Peru. This week, they will visit the SAE clubhouse to talk specifically about their at-risk children's program, and how you can get involved. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-271--At-risk-Children-in-Peru/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-272-Tito-Nieves-Salsa-Concert/ Nuyorican Tito Nieves, known as "El Pavarroti de la Salsa", returns to Lima for a spectacular salsa concert. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-272-Tito-Nieves-Salsa-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-273-La-Charanga-Habanera-Salsa-Concert/ Young Cuban salsa group, La Charanga Habanera, returns to Peru. 2011-08-03 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-273-La-Charanga-Habanera-Salsa-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-261-EL-Grill-Conquistadores-Jazz-Night/ Restaurant El Grill Conquistadores invites you to its latest Friday Jazz Night which will include live Jazz music, dance performances, 2 for 1 pisco sour specials and more. 2011-08-02 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-261-EL-Grill-Conquistadores-Jazz-Night/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-259-Alta-Gama-Winefest-2011/ Alta Gama Winefest 2011 returns to Lima for its second edition. You will be able to taste and compare a selection of the best wines available on the market, and buy them at excellent prices. There will be over 70 national and international wine houses sharing their favorite products and over 400 brands on exhibit. 2011-08-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-259-Alta-Gama-Winefest-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-260-Book-Release-Party-Yes-But-It’s-Different-Here/ Juliet Solomon invites you to the release party of her latest book, "Yes, But It's Different Here." After sixteen years as an international diplomat including nine as an independent single mother, Juliet Solomon remarried, got pregnant and left London to become a housewife in Peru. Part travelogue, part social commentary, part tongue-in-cheek feminist analysis, this is a humorous account of the author's experiences in Peru and the resulting culture shock. Doors open at 7:30pm. 2011-08-01 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-260-Book-Release-Party-Yes-But-It’s-Different-Here/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-258-José-Luis-Ccoto-Tunqui-Art-Exhibit/ Throughout the month of August, Art gallery Arte Fractal Dragon in Cuzco, which only features local artists, will be displaying José Luis Ccoto Tunqui's latest collection of works. 2011-07-31 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-258-José-Luis-Ccoto-Tunqui-Art-Exhibit/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-256-Peruvian-Independence-Day-Party-in-TX/ Join Peruvian Professionals of Houston to celebrate Peruvian Independence Day. There will be Rock Peruano and Latin music and videos playing on a large screen. There will also be traditional Anticuchos Peruanos one Cusqueña beer or glass of wine. Live musical entertainment will be provided by Filomeno Ballumbrosio. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-256-Peruvian-Independence-Day-Party-in-TX/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-231-Magaly-Solier-Concert/ Magaly Solier - the Peruvian actress and singer more popularly known among international audiences for her starring role in the Milk of Sorrow - will be in concert in Barranco performing songs from her album, Warmi. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-231-Magaly-Solier-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-232-La-Sarita-Concert/ Peruvian rock group, La Sarita, will be performing in Barranco. They are famous for their unique sound; an exotic fusion of alternative hard rock, Latin flavor, Peruvian folkloric music and Afro-Peruvian sounds. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-232-La-Sarita-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-233-Lima-Fest-2011/ Puerto Rican merengue diva, Olga Tañon, nicknamed La Mujer de Fuego (the woman of fire) and Daddy Yankee, one of the Latin America's top reggaeton stars, will be headlining this year's Lima Fest. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-233-Lima-Fest-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-234-Mar-de-Copas-Concert/ The iconic Peruvian rock band, Mar de Copas, will hold a concert in Barranco. With their successful blend of pop, rock, and melancholy, Mar de Copas broke ground in the early 90s and has since remained one of Peru's most popular rock bands. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-234-Mar-de-Copas-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-255-Barrio-Calavera-Concert/ Barrio Calavera, local tropical ska fusion band, will perform in the Fiesta de la Cumbia Faite in Barranco along with other musical guests. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-255-Barrio-Calavera-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-254-Festifusión/ Celebrate Fiestas Patrias in Lunahuana with the tropical sounds of Wendy Sulca, La Sarita, DJ Shushupe and more. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-254-Festifusión/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-240-Limas-16th-International-Book-Fair/ Lima will host its 16th Annual International Book Fair. More than 200 titles will be presented, more than 150 national and international publishing houses will have stands and there will also be talks on various book-related topics. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-240-Limas-16th-International-Book-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-241-Divercine-20-International-Children-and-Young-Adults-Film-Festival/ Divercine returns for its 20th edition bringing the best films for children and young adults to Lima. Each year 100 titles from 30 countries are chosen. It includes award winning movies, shorts, films made by young directors and popular children shows. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-241-Divercine-20-International-Children-and-Young-Adults-Film-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-242-Free-Days-at-Lima’s-Museum-of-Art/ Lima’s Museum of Art (MALI) will be open to the public, free of charge, from Monday July 25th until July 31st. During the week there will tours, theater performances, film screenings and art workshops for children and the whole family from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-242-Free-Days-at-Lima’s-Museum-of-Art/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-243-Chinas-National-Chengdu-Circus/ China's world famous Chengdu National Circus Theater comes to Peru with their latest show: Illusions of a Young Goblin. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-243-Chinas-National-Chengdu-Circus/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-244-The-Horror-Circus/ Join El Circo de los Horrores (The Horror Circus) for a a night of scary cabaret theater that tells the story of a stranger who got off a train one stormy night to find himself being chased by demons and monsters who tried to make him one of their own. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-244-The-Horror-Circus/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-245-Pedro-Suarez-Vertiz-Concert/ Peruvian rock star Pedro Suarez-Vertiz will be celebrating Fiestas Patrias with two concerts in Lima. The singer songwriter is known for popular hits like, "Me estoy enamorando", "Las mariposas" and "No llores mas morena." 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-245-Pedro-Suarez-Vertiz-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-246-Britney-Spears-Concert/ Britney Spears brings her Femme Fatale Tour to Peru. It will be the pop singer's first time performing in Peru. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-246-Britney-Spears-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-247-Mexicos-International-Stars-Circus/ Daring motorcyclists, outrageous clowns, brave trapeze artists and much more are all part of Circo Internacional Las Estrellas de México (Mexico's International Stars Circus). 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-247-Mexicos-International-Stars-Circus/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-248-Fiestas-Patrias-and-the-Peruvian-Paso-Horse/ Hacienda Mamacona invites you to celebrate Fiestas Patrias (Peruvian Independence Day celebrations) in true traditional Peruvian fashion. The day's events will include a Peruvian Paso Horse exhibition, folk dance performances, traditional Peruvian appetizers, Pisco Sours, an exquisite Peruvian Creole buffet, live music, horse back riding activities and you can even bring your own drinks! 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-248-Fiestas-Patrias-and-the-Peruvian-Paso-Horse/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-249-Marisol-Concert-Homage-to-Peru/ Marisol, one of Peru's most popular cumbia singers will hold a concert to celebrate Peruvian Independence Day. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-249-Marisol-Concert-Homage-to-Peru/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-250-Sabor-y-Controls-Fiestas-Patrias-Party/ Peruvian hard salsa group Sabor y Control returns to Barranco to celebrate Fiestas Patrias with another Fiesta Brutal (brutal party). 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-250-Sabor-y-Controls-Fiestas-Patrias-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-251-Viva-el-Perú-Carajo/ Popular dance hall La Peña del Carajo celebrates Fiestas Patrias with their concert Viva el Perú Carajo where Peruvian guitar great, Oscar Aviles will be playing classic Peruvian boleros, valses and more. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-251-Viva-el-Perú-Carajo/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-257-Jazz-Zones-Fiestas-Patrias-Salsa-Party/ Salsa singer, dancer and all around showman, Waltinho, will be performing salsa classics and even some boleros on this Fiestas Patrias salsa party. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-257-Jazz-Zones-Fiestas-Patrias-Salsa-Party/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-253-Pachamama-Hatun-Festival-2011/ Cuzco will be host to the 2011 Pachamama Hatun Festival where you can take part in a series of alternative activities like food offerings to the Pachamama (Mother Earth), ancient rituals, conferences on vegetarianism and the Amazons, documentaries on local native communities and traditional dances, a tattoo show, art exhibit, live concerts, handicraft fairs and more. 2011-07-27 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-253-Pachamama-Hatun-Festival-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-230-Rod-Stewart/ Raspy voiced legendary rock icon, Rod Stewart, returns to Lima for a concert this October. 2011-07-26 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-230-Rod-Stewart/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-227-Justin-Bieber/ Canadian, teen pop and R B star, Justin Beiber, will hold his first concert in Peru this October. 2011-07-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-227-Justin-Bieber/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-229-15th-Chim-Pum-Callao-Festival/ Callao's annual Chimpun Callao festival brings salsa and bolero icon, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Cuban orchestra Los Van Van, Puerto Rican crooner Maelo Ruiz and Puerto Rican salsa singer Domingo Quiñones who will be paying tribute to salsa legend Hector Lavoe. 2011-07-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-229-15th-Chim-Pum-Callao-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-228-Creamfields-Peru-2011/ One of the world's top dance festivals, Creamfields, arrives in Lima. In this fifth edition it brings to its different stages some of the best electronic music DJs in the business. 2011-07-25 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-228-Creamfields-Peru-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-224-Arequipas-Jardín-de-la-Cerveza-Concert/ Arequipa's annual Jardín de la Cerveza concert will highlight Grammy award winning Colombian singer Carlos Vives; American alternative rock band Soul Asylum; legendary Argentinian rocker Charly García and popular salsa group La Charanga Habanera. 2011-07-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-224-Arequipas-Jardín-de-la-Cerveza-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-225-Toysmanía/ Toysmanía: Una aventura de juguetes is a play that tells the story of a little boy who lives an extraordinary adventure of magic, illusion and fantasy and also makes his dream come true by making his toys come to life. 2011-07-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-225-Toysmanía/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-226-Reggae-Fest/ Reggae Fest returns to Lima. This year the festival will be headlining Afro-Argentinian Reggae icon Fidel Nadal. 2011-07-24 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-226-Reggae-Fest/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-222-15th-Lima-Film-Festival/ Centro Cultural Pontifica Universidad Católica presents its XV Festival de Cine de Lima (15th Lima Fil Festival) which showcases the best local and international films as well as the top documentaries in the world. All screenings will include Peruvian and international guest speakers, workshops and guests will be able to participate in panel discussions. All talks will be in Spanish. 2011-07-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-222-15th-Lima-Film-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-223-Circoloop/ Circoloop circus brings a show where clows take music, dancing and humor to charm their audiences into a night of fun. 2011-07-23 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-223-Circoloop/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-216-Machu-Picchu-100-Years-Later/ Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel will be showcasing a collection of photos donated by the National Geographic Society. Machu Picchu 100 Years Later: A Look At the Expedition that Amazed the World consists of ten black and white photographs taken during Hiram Bingham's expeditions from 1911 - 1915 and will be open exclusively to the hotel’s guests until December of this year. 2011-07-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-216-Machu-Picchu-100-Years-Later/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-217-Defending-the-Caveman/ Defending the Caveman, El Cavernícola, is a very funny and insightful solo stand-up comedy show about the ways men and women relate. It attempts to stand up for the male viewpoint and explain masculine sensitivity while being sympathetic, to modern day feminism and women's take on relationships. Performances will be in Spanish. 2011-07-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-217-Defending-the-Caveman/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-218-¡Asu-Mare/ Carlos Alcantara, one of Peru's most beloved stand-up comedians and actors, brings his one-man show, ¡Asu Mare!, back to the stage. A funny and loving nod of acknowledgement to a childhood with a no-nonsense traditional Peruvian mother and an effortlessly mixture of story telling with genius observations on Peruvian culture. Shows will be in Spanish. 2011-07-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-218-¡Asu-Mare/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-219-Huey-Dunbar-Concert/ Huey Dunbar, former vocalist of NY Latin club scene's popular salsa band, DLG, returns to Lima. Also performing that night will be young Cuban salsa group Charanga Habanera. 2011-07-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-219-Huey-Dunbar-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-220-The-Vienna-Boys-Choir-Concert/ The Vienna Boys' Choir, one of the oldest boys' choirs existing in the world and a symbol for Austria for nearly five hundred years, returns to Lima. 2011-07-22 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-220-The-Vienna-Boys-Choir-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-210-Contemporary-Dance-Workshops/ Kinesferadanza invites you to their series of inclusive contemporary dance workshops aimed at people with and without physical and sensory disabilities, age 18 and older. 2011-07-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-210-Contemporary-Dance-Workshops/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-211-Forestry-in-Peru/ Do you wonder what is being done to conserve Peru's forests? Carleen Yocum, the in-country coordinator for the Peru Forest Sector Initiative, will be visiting the clubhouse this week. Her organization focuses on promoting sustainable forest management and conservation in the Amazonian regions. Carleen will speak about the US Forest Service Program and the work they are doing to sustain and conserve Peru's forests. 2011-07-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-211-Forestry-in-Peru/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-212-Silver-Exhibit/ See the works of the winners of Peru's 15th Annual Silversmith contest. 2011-07-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-212-Silver-Exhibit/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-213-Lima-Style-Trades/ Oficios a la Limeña is photography exhibit by Charo Echecopar that gives you glimpse at the creativity of many Limeños when it comes to making a living. 2011-07-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-213-Lima-Style-Trades/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-214-SzyszloRetrospective/ Lima's Museum of Art pays homage to Fernando de Szyszlo by showcasing a collection of works by this leading Peruvian artist who has been a key figure in advancing abstract art in Latin America since the mid-1950s. The exhibit includes paintings, sculptures carvings and more. 2011-07-20 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-214-SzyszloRetrospective/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-202-Quixote-1311049225/ La Tarumba circus shares their latest show: El Quijote. Inspired by Cervante's classic, this spectacle includes the participation of 27 local and international artists who use acrobatics, horses, magic, music and Peruvian tradition to vibrantly narrate one of the best Spanish literary works ever written. Performances will be in Spanish. 2011-07-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-202-Quixote-1311049225/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-203-Ethnic-Circus-Paukartanpu/ Theater, ethnic circus acts and humor are all a part of Paukartanpu. This show is inspired by the 300 year-old Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen in Paucartambo, Cusco and takes its audience on an imaginary journey to its roots as seen through the eyes of a tourist, a married couple and a lovable drunk. Original and fun dances, acting and music. Performances will be in Spanish. 2011-07-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-203-Ethnic-Circus-Paukartanpu/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-204-Fame-The-Musical/ Fame, the famous musical inspired by the students of the New York Academy of Performing Arts, comes to Lima. Performances will be in Spanish. 2011-07-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-204-Fame-The-Musical/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-205-By-Accident-1311049296/ Por Accidente is a comedy that tells the story of 6 men involved in a car accident. After hours of chaos, questions, witnesses, rubbernecking and male pride, will they ever figure out who is at fault? Performances will be in Spanish. 2011-07-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-205-By-Accident-1311049296/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-206-In-The-Jungle-of-Cities-/ En la Jungla de las Ciudades is a German playwright Bertolt Brecht play that tells the story of two blue collar men whose boxing match bring up an array of issues: social inequality, family conflict, racism, economic hardship and more. Performances will be in Spanish. 2011-07-18 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-206-In-The-Jungle-of-Cities-/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-180-Gilberto-Santa-Rosa-Concert/ "The Gentleman of Salsa" as he is known throughout Latin America, Gilberto Santa Rosa returns to Lima for a night of boleros and salsa. 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-180-Gilberto-Santa-Rosa-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-181-Erasure-Concert/ English synthpop duo, Erasure, will be holding a concert in Lima. The band gained world fame in the 80s with hits like, "A Little Respect", "Chains of Love" and "Always." 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-181-Erasure-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-182-The-Secret/ The Secret is a seminar that discusses universal spiritual principles, the Law of Attraction and ways of creating success. Talk will be in Spanish. 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-182-The-Secret/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-183-Selvamonos-Art-and-Music-Festival/ Selvamonos is an art and music festival that celebrates the best of the Peruvian jungle. There will be food fairs, art and craft shows, dance performances and concerts. Headlining the concerts are fusion cumbia band Bareto, Fiesta Negra, Los Yacks, Kanku y El Tigre, Fucking Clan, Fausto and Dengue Dengue Dengue. 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-183-Selvamonos-Art-and-Music-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-185-2nd-Suburbio-Latino-Festival/ Cuban hip hop group Los Aldeanos come to Lima from La Habana to headline the 2nd Suburbio Latino hip hop music festival. Other musical acts include Clan urbano, Rapper School, Comite pokoflo and NN. There will also be a breakdance battle. 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-185-2nd-Suburbio-Latino-Festival/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-186-Oscar-DLeon-in-Concert/ Salsa icon Oscar D'Leon returns to Peru for a concert. He is known worldwide for hits like, "Detalles" , "Hechicera" and "Lloraras." 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-186-Oscar-DLeon-in-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-187-Limp-Bizkit-in-Concert/ American rock band from Jacksonville, Florida, Limp Bizkit comes to Lima for the first time. Limp Bizkit became a mainstream success in the late 90s with hits like "Nookie", "My generation", "My way", "Rollin�", "Boiler", "Behind Blue Eyes" and "Eat You Alive." 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-187-Limp-Bizkit-in-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-190-Yellowcard-Concert/ Yellowcard, the American pop punk/alternative rock band from FLorida, will be holding a concert in Peru for the first time. They are best-known for their songs "Ocean Avenue", "Only One", "Lights and Sounds", and "Light Up the Sky." 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-190-Yellowcard-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-192-Gian-Marco-Concert/ Popular Peruvian singer Gian Marco will be performing a number of concerts in Lima to promote his latest CD: Dias Nuevos (New Days). 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-192-Gian-Marco-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-189-El-Tri-Concert/ Legendary Mexican blues/hard rock band from Mexico City, El Tri, returns to Lima. 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-189-El-Tri-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-193-Eva-Ayllon-Concert/ Eva Ayllon, one of Peru's foremost Afro-Peruvian singers, will hold a concert in Lima. 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-193-Eva-Ayllon-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-194-Lima-Bootcamp/ If you are looking to get in shape then a boot camp class is the perfect way to jump start your program! You can join Stephanie Fletcher and her team in Bootcamp, Yoga and Pilates classes every Monday and Wednesday at 6am or on her EverFIT Bootcamp class on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:15am. You can contact Stephanie Fletcher at 98-085-3527 or stephanie.a.fletcher@gmail.com 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-194-Lima-Bootcamp/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-195-Descarga-en-el-Barrio-Tribute-to-Sound/ Cultural and musical hot spot Descarga en el Barrio will host another party this July to celebrate Afro-Caribbean music from Cuba, which is the root of what we now know as salsa. 2011-07-15 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-195-Descarga-en-el-Barrio-Tribute-to-Sound/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-179-Joshua-Bell-and-Sam-Haywood-Concert/ American Grammy Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell and British classical pianist Sam Haywood perform a recital that spotlights romantic sonatas. 2011-07-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-179-Joshua-Bell-and-Sam-Haywood-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-177-Elton-John-Concert/ British Legend, Sir Elton John, one of pop music's greatest singers and song writers will come to Peru for the first time. 2011-07-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-177-Elton-John-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-178-Midori-and-Miguel-Harth-Bedoya-in-Concert/ Virtuoso Violinist Midori and conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya showcase music from all over the world. 2011-07-14 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-178-Midori-and-Miguel-Harth-Bedoya-in-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-171-Mistura-Gastronomic-Food-Fair/ Mistura is a major gastronomic fair that takes place in Lima every year and represents the best in Peruvian cuisine. 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-171-Mistura-Gastronomic-Food-Fair/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-164-Aerosmith-Concert/ Aerosmith, one of the most durable and successful American rock acts in history-and the best-selling American rock band of all time- comes to Lima. 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-164-Aerosmith-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-175-Fiesta-Latina-2011/ Peru will be host to one of its best Latin parties of the year. Fiesta Latina 2011 will bring together musical icon Ruben Blades, popular salsa singer Luis Enrique, Colombian music legend Carlos Vives and many more. 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-175-Fiesta-Latina-2011/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-173-The-Wailers-Concert/ The Wailers Band, reggae band formed by the remaining members of Bob Marley The Wailers‎, will be holding a concert in Lima as part of their Uprising 2011 tour. 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-173-The-Wailers-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-165-Wanted-Full-Time-Husband/ Se Busca Marido Cama Adentro (Wanted: Full-Time Husband) is a hilariously witty one-woman show starring Peruvian comedy legend Johanna San Miguel. She brings together stand-up, improv and music to explain all the crazy things women will do for a man. All performances will be in Spanish. 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-165-Wanted-Full-Time-Husband/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-166-Tears-for-Fears-Concert/ Tears for Fears is an English pop band that has sold more than 22 million albums. Their hits " "Mad World" , "Seeds Of Love" and "Everybody Wants To Rule The World" made them one of the biggest bands around in the 80s. 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-166-Tears-for-Fears-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-167-Ricky-Martin-Concert/ Puerto Rican pop singer and former member of the Latin boy band Menudo comes to Peru to promote his latest album MAS (Musica + Alma + Sexo) (More (music + soul + sex)). 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-167-Ricky-Martin-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-168-Juan-Luis-Guerra-Concert/ Dominican singer, song writer and producer Juan Luis Guerra will be performing in Peru. Juan Luis Guerra has won 18 Grammys and is well known for fusing rhythms like merengue, bachata, bolero, balada, salsa and even gospel. Among the singers best hit are "La bilirrubina" and "Burbujas de amor." 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-168-Juan-Luis-Guerra-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-169-Red-Hot-Chili-Peppers-Concert/ American funk rock band the Red Hot Chili Peppers will have a concert in Lima as part of their South American tour promoting their most recent CD, I'm with You. 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-169-Red-Hot-Chili-Peppers-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-172-Julieta-Venegas-Concert/ Popular Mexican American pop and rock singer and songwriter, Julieta Venegas will be performing in Lima. She has won five Latin Grammys, one Grammy, and has sold more than 8 million albums worldwide. 2011-07-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-172-Julieta-Venegas-Concert/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-161-Pearl-Jam-Concert-in-Lima/ Pearl Jam, American rock band that formed in Seattle and broke into the mainstream as one of the key bands in the early 90's grunge movement, comes to Peru for the first time. Having played a major role in the alternative rock explosion of the 90s and having outlasted many of its contemporaries, Pearl Jam has sold over 30 million records in the US and an estimated 60 million worldwide. 2011-07-12 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-161-Pearl-Jam-Concert-in-Lima/ http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-133-Seventeen-Camels-1310784720/ Diecisiete Camellos is a play that gives an interesting and moving perspective of migration, love and Peruvian history. 2011-06-13 http://www.livinginperu.com/eguide-133-Seventeen-Camels-1310784720/