The Lake Atitlán Marathon is a 5-day event, May 25-29, 2012. The Marathon 2012 is organized around a standard 42 km/26 mile race and incorporates other sporting activities to include a ½ marathon, an adult and kids fun run and a cayuco (native canoe) race as separate activities. These competitions and other activities will be held in a variety of locations around the lakeshore. The majority of the activities will be conducted from Panajachel. To learn more about the marathon and activities and to register, please go to the marathon website: http://atitlanmarathon.com/
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"Granito - How to Nail a Dictator" - a film
"Granito" is a documentary film about the Guatemalan Civil War and the attempts of human rights activists (including the film maker herself) to unearth the truth and bring military dictators to justice. It should be making the rounds of U.S. theaters this Fall and Winter. Check it out. http://skylightpictures.com/films/granito
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Villa Sumaya Retreat Schedule
http://www.villasumaya.com/group-retreats/upcoming-retreats/
The Villa Sumaya has posted it's Fall Retreat schedule on their website and they are offering locals special pricing. Contact Lizzy Gerson for details: [email protected]
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