Paul DaCosta truly enjoys sharing his knowledge of art and his talents with others. For years he’s worked to unite local artists by hosting art shows and… Read more “Paul DaCosta hosts ‘Art On The Beach’ this Friday at midday in Playa Pelada in front of La Luna”
Category: Activities & Culture
This section is designated for news pertaining to or effecting arts & culture on a local, national, and global scale.
Immigration Restrictions and Processes webinar by Arias Law to be held tomorrow morning
The closure of Costa Rica’s border has been extended until May 15, 2020. This free and open webinar plans to cover the extension and other measures adopted by the government to fight Covid-19, and will be held in English.
Nosareña Jimena Ruiz to bring home bronze medal from ISA World Para Surfing Championship
13 yr old local Jimena Ruiz, accompanied by the rest of the Costa Rican team selection, competed in the international tournament despite worldwide cancellations of many other public events this week.
Water testing lab setup in Playa Guiones yielding positive first results
Nosara Water Quality Monitoring Project posts first results of Playa Guiones section passing with 100% safety rating.
Nosareña Jimena Ruiz age 13 to compete in ISA World Para Surfing Championship
The 2020 AmpSurf ISA World Para Surfing Championship will take place in La Jolla, California in March. Jimena Ruiz, a 13yr old local Nosareña will be there to compete, representing not only Nosara but Costa Rica as well.
Costa Rica Blues Festival returns for it’s 9th year
The 9th Annual Costa Rica Blues Festival will be held February 14-16, from 11am-11pm at Papagayo Golf & Country Club in Playas del Coco.
Costas Verdes and Nosara Times join forces
From the founding members of this publication and in consideration of the many community members who support Costas Verdes, we are proud to announce an affiliate partnership.
Cleaning of the Nosara river
The municipality of Nicoya announced that they have cleaned three sections of the Nosara river.
5th Annual Nosara Craft Beer Fest to be held at The Gilded Iguana
The Nosara Craft Beer Fest will begin at 4pm, Jan 18 in Playa Guiones.
Nosara Music Festival in benefit of the Nosara Security Association
Tonight at 7p.m, the first Nosara Music Festival will be held at the iconic La Banana.
First group of Nosara Bomberos Volunteer Lifeguards participate in surf rescue training
The Nosara Bomberos have a group of 6 volunteer lifeguards who just took part in “Surf Rescue” training with certified professionals from California.
3rd Annual Spooktacular Costume Surf Contest at Playa Guiones
This past Saturday, November 2nd the 3rd annual Spooktacluar Costume Surf Contest took place at the main entrance of Playa Guiones. Enjoy the photos and video of… Read more “3rd Annual Spooktacular Costume Surf Contest at Playa Guiones”
Costa Rica declares National Surfing Day
The Legislative Assembly of Costa Rica has formally approved the bill that establishes a National Surfing Day. Surfing becomes the first official sport to have its own celebration day in Costa Rica.
What is NOCA? Local Ticos finally have a source for the Arts…
NOCA’s (Nosara Community for the Arts) initial program is starting October 14th. A 6-day program is hosting 26 students from the local Colegio Bocas de Nosara and… Read more “What is NOCA? Local Ticos finally have a source for the Arts…”
Costa Rica celebrates 198 years of Independence
This day marks not only Costa Rica’s independence from Spain, but El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua as well.
Nosara’s trash made into art “Metamorfosis”
Saturday, September 7 was the first meeting of many with collaborators and Costa Rican “Upcycle Artist” Francesco Bracci at our local Nosara Recicla.
Jack Johnson to perform for first time in Costa Rica
The Hawaiian singer-songwriter, and former pro surfer Jack Johnson, known for songs like Banana Pancakes and Better Together, will play for the first time in Costa Rica this upcoming Nov 10th.
Getting to know Conocer
“Our mission is to preserve local culture, model and promote environmental conservation. To bridge the communities of Nosara through resource and community building, global citizenship, and sustainable tourism.”
SIBU Wildlife Sanctuary’s Bake Sale
$4500 is the goal for an anesthesia machine to help treat injured animals
“The Guardians of Nature” from Nosara ranked in the top 30 best environmental projects in Latin America
“Think of the world that you are going to leave your kids”
Costa Rica celebrates its 195th annexation of Guanacaste
July 25th in Guanacaste, Costa Rica is a day filled with dancing, marimba music, parades, local cuisine, and history.
Barkin’ Brunch 2019; AMOR Animales post event interviews
Nosara Times ‘special feature’ reporter Elisha Burnam ventures in to speak with some of the attendees from AMOR Animales’ special event, Barkin’ Brunch, which took place starting… Read more “Barkin’ Brunch 2019; AMOR Animales post event interviews”
Nosara Bomberos & NSA annual fundraiser Sabor de Nosara 2019
July 7th was the annual Sabor de Nosara event held by and in support of our Nosara Bomberos and the Nosara Security Association. It’s the “Met Gala” of Nosara’s food and beverage scene drawing large crowds in a matter of hours, each year out doing the last.
Costa Rica hosts first ever International Ballet Festival
Earlier this month the inaugural International Ballet Festival of Costa Rica was held at The National Theater, in the capitol city of San José.