Issue 1036, Feb 9 - 15, 2017 by Vallarta Tribune

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Incanto Presents: Miss Hope Springs Page 04

Valentine’s day

Last minute shopping tips for love Page 18

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Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit Here is some advice to make your trip a little easier and more enjoyable. TIME ZONE: The entire state of Jalisco is on Central Time, as is the southern part of the State of Nayarit starting from Guayabitos to the Ameca River and including Nuevo Vallarta. BUSES: A system of urban buses can bring you from one end of the bay to the other and all the spots in between. Current fare within Puerto Vallarta is $7.50 pesos per ticket and passengers must purchase a new ticket every time they board a bus. Hold on to your ticket. This is your proof and insurance should anything happen. Bus destinations are typically written on the front of the window. Those with a ‘centro’ sign will drive through downtown Puerto Vallarta and those with a ‘tunel’ sign will drive through the tunnel roads that go behind the city. TAXIS: There are set rates within defined zones of town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with the driver first. Price is per trip not person unless there are more than four passengers. Take note of the taxi number on the outside door and where it picked you up. If you lose an item this information will be vital to attempting to get it back. MONEY EXCHANGE: To exchange money you will need your passport. Best option is to use your bankcard to withdraw funds from any ATM machine. ATM’s in the banks are the safest to use and generally charge lower fees. USING PESOS OR USD: Businesses must their prices in pesos and they may also post the prices in any other currency they choose. They cannot refuse to accept pesos. Some service staff may appreciate being tipped in USD and others in pesos. If you are concerned, ask. TIPPING: How much and when you tip are personal choices and unless otherwise noted a 10-20%

tip on food and beverage and services is standard. Tip the kids and seniors who bag your groceries. They work exclusively for tips. Have change at the ready for musicians and clowns that ride the buses – typically tipping 5 pesos or less. Taxi drivers do not receive tips unless they go to extraordinary lengths. DRINKING WATER: Puerto Vallarta’s water (at the source) is certified pure enough to drink. For many who live here long term, we drink from our taps with no issues. For those on vacation, it may be better to stick to bottled water. EXPORTING PETS: Falling in love with a rescue animal is easy – and it’s easy to take them home with you. The process is quick and inexpensive. You need a certificate of health from a local vet with the appropriate inoculations, among other things. The time of year that pets can travel in the cargo hold of the plane may be your biggest challenge. Contact your airline to double-check their requirements. COMMON SENSE: Just as you would not walk around your hometown drunk and belligerent, it is not acceptable to do that here. While Mexicans are a forgiving bunch, basic politeness is appreciated. Pay attention to your surroundings. Pay your bills. Be courteous. And have fun! DRINKING AND DRIVING: First off – just don’t. The consequences are not worth it. Taxis are cheap and plentiful. Fines are as much as 15,000 pesos. You can be taken to jail and your vehicle impounded. There are many checkstops on the weekends and you will be asked to blow if they suspect you have been drinking. LEGAL SYSTEM: Not knowing the law is not a valid excuse in Mexico or anywhere. If you find yourself caught in a legal situation be aware that the system works much differently here than you are likely used to. Immediately contact your consulate for assistance. Director Noemi Zamora noemizamorareynoso@gmail.com Editor Lic. Madeline Milne mmilne@Vallartatribune.com Sales Team Information office ventastribuna7@yahoo.com Designer Cynthia E. Andrade G. cysandra@gmail.com cisandra@vallartatribune.com

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Calling in Mexico Calling phones in Mexico can be tricky. There are different codes you need to use depending if you are calling landlines or cellular phones and if they are local or long distance. LONG-DISTANCE CALLS FROM WITHIN MEXICO For national long-distance calls (within Mexico) the code is 01 plus the area code and phone number. For international long-distance calls, first dial 00, then the country code (U.S. and Canada country code is 1), so you would dial 00 + 1 + area code + 7 digit number. CALLING CELL PHONES (FROM A LAND LINE) If you are calling from a landline within the area code of the Mexican cell phone number dial 044, the 10 digit number. Outside of the area code (but still within Mexico) dial 045 and then the 10 digit phone number. Cell phone to cell phone only requires the 10 digit number. PHONE CARDS Phone cards (tarjetas telefonicas) for use in pay phones can be bought at newsstands and in pharmacies. Pay phones do not accept coins. When buying a phone card for pay phone use, specify that you would like a tarjeta LADA. CALLING TOLL-FREE NUMBERS Some toll free numbers work from Mexico to the US and Canada, but many do not. Those that do work are often not toll-free. You need to dial a different prefix. To call the following toll free prefixes, dial as follows: 800 numbers Dial 001-880-then the number 866 numbers Dial 001-883-then the number 877 numbers Dial 001-882-then the number 888 numbers Dial 001-881-then the number

Emergencies: 911 Red Cross: 065 Fire Department: 322.223.9476 Ambulance: 322.222.1533

Ahoy Cruisers! NAME CARNIVAL MIRACLE NORWEGIAN JEWEL AZAMARA QUEST WESTERDAM RUBY PRINCESS SAGA SAFIRE CARNIVAL MIRACLE WESTERDAM RUBY PRINCESS CARNIVAL MIRACLE RUBY PRINCESS CARNIVAL MIRACLE

PASS DATE 2,980 01/02/2017 2,240 01/02/2017 603 04/02/2017 1,266 04/02/2017 2,600 07/02/2017 600 07/02/2017 2,980 08/02/2017 1,266 11/02/2017 2,600 14/02/2017 3,200 15/02/2017 2,600 21/02/2017 3,200 22/02/2017

Immigration: 322.224.7719

Consulates American Consulate Nuevo Vallarta: 322.222.0069 24 hrs Guadalajara: 333.268.2145 Canadian Consulate 322.293.0098 322.293.0099 24 hrs: 1.800.706.2900

Consumer Protection: 01.800.468.8722 Tourism Offices Jalisco: 322.221.2676 Nayarit: 322.297.1006

In port this month

In the month of February Puerto Vallarta welcomes 31,335 passengers! GRAND PRINCESS RUBY PRINCESS

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or those of us who live here and have children and/or jobs it’s different from those of you who getting to lounge by the pool, or partake in the weekday charity brunches or play bocce on the beach every day (Yes, I’m talking about you Frank!). And that’s fair. You’re likely on vacation or retired and you deserve your break. As Editor of the Vallarta Tribune, I straddle this line of living like I’m on vacation but in fact I’m busy working or taking care of my family. So, while I should be out there more and each week 10,000 people read my words but I probably only ever meet a couple of you face to face. Case in

point, I was at Colette Zarry’s fab 50th birthday last week where a number of people were shocked to see me out and quite a few more had no idea who I was until we were introduced. “Oh, you’re Madeline,” they say. Those who know me well know I’m not one for the spotlight so when Cindy Bouchard asked if she could interview me for her column, I hesitantly said yes. I mean, I like to talk about myself as much as the next person, but in reality I sat on her article for a couple weeks, feeling a little embarrassed about the exposure. But here it is… Madeline exposed on page 31. Now, I am going to be at Medical Matters on February 13th at the Marriott Casa Magna in Marina Vallarta, if you wanted to meet in person. Pam Thompson has put this event together now for seven years and it just keeps growing. If you are considering a move to Mexico or are looking for more affordable healthcare solutions than perhaps you can find north of the border, this event will give you the answers you are looking for. Check out page 14 for all the details and a schedule of the seminars. Please note, you do not need to register for the event. It is open to the public and you may come and go as you please. Wear your stretchy pants and enjoy a delicious lunch at the

Great Vacation Deals and More For A Good Cause

Marriott afterwards. Corazon de Niña is holding their 4th Annual Open Your Heart Gala at the Marriott on February 14. This fundraiser goes towards supporting the boys and girls who come from abusive, negligent homes. If you haven’t made plans for dinner – this is a great cause that includes dinner, dancing and lots of great door prizes. And a big welcome shout out to Taste Restaurant at Casa Cupula who has joined our fold. To Don, Penny, Kennedy and everyone who works at Casa Cupula, welcome. Taste is one of Vallarta’s premier restaurants and on Saturday evenings they have live Bossa Nova music running until March 4th. They also do a wicked Sunday brunch. Next time you’re looking for a great dinner – check out Taste and let them know you found them in the Vallarta Tribune. We are short on space again this week – so I’ll make it quick. Please remember to say no to plastic straws, don’t touch the whales and please tip those who assist you (especially the kids and seniors who bag your groceries, as they only work for tips) generously. Perhaps I’ll see you out and about this week. Safe travels, Madeline

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unning until February 15, 2017 the first online auction fundraiser for PEACEAnimal’s has over 30 wonderful items up for bid. These include artwork, vacation packages, golf passes, sailing trips, and gift certificates for some of Valalrta’s best restaurants. Visit www.32auctions.com/PEACEANIMALS to see all the great deals to be had. PEACEAnimals’ mission is to prevent the future suffering of animals. A mass mobile spay/ neuter program does the most good for the most animals. The

FREE mobile clinics take place primarily in the area of the Bay of Banderas (Puerto Vallarta, Mexico). PEACEAnimals provides weekly education presentations in the schools in towns and neighborhoods (colonias) where the mobile clinics take place. In 2016 PEACEANIMALS sterilized 5,403 cats and dogs and treated them for fleas, ticks, parasites and mange, if present. All services are free. For more information on PEACEAnimal’s visit www.peaceanimals.org

“If returning to the U.S. or Canada in the event of a serious medical emergency is important to you, then we invite you to register for one of our upcoming events in Puerto Vallarta” “ Can you afford to shell out thousands of dollars upfront if you or your loved one needs to get back to your home hospital? If the answer is no, then you can’t afford to miss this presentation! “ Enjoy Happy Hour with drinks and snacks and take advantage of the discounts when buying select memberships at one of SkyMed’s group presentations. Tuesday, February 21 at No Way Jose 4-6 p.m. Calle 5th of Febrero #260, Zona Romantica and Thursday, February 23 at Las Adelita’s 4-6 p.m. Avenida Fluvial #234, near Costco Contact: Kathleen Phelps - SkyMed’s Certified Representative of Puerto Vallarta area at kphelps1948@gmail.com, 322-142-2245 in Mexico, or 202-239-4252 (US)

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Miss Hope Springs and Shawn Pelofsky premier at Incanto

ncanto welcomes award-winning singer and comedian Ty Jeffries, as Miss Hope Springs, from London’s West End beginning Feb. 11 at 7:00. And direct from Los Angeles, Shawn Pelofsky returns with more stand-up comedy beginning Feb. 16 at 9:30. inger-actor-comedian Mr. Ty Jeffries performs all-live as Miss Hope Springs, singing her award winning repertoire of uniquely catchy original songs in her laugh out loud, move you to tears, one-woman show. Her unique blend of finger snapping pop, romantic rumbas and sassy bossa novas, takes you on a roller coaster ride ‘From the pits to the Ritz…and back again’. Miss Hope Springs is the towering blonde creation of composer, lyricist, and comic actor Ty Jeffries (son of the late British screen legend Lionel Jeffries). Since 2012, his glittering alter ego has been starring in London’s West End top cabaret rooms. Aptly dubbed, ‘Tragi-comic

genius,’ Miss Hope Springs won Best Cabaret Brighton Fringe, and Best Cabaret The Stage. Miss Hope Springs will play Feb. 11 - 27. As seen on Showtime, Chelsea Lately and at The World Famous Comedy Store, Los Angeles based comedienne and actor Shawn Pelofsky returns to Vallarta for a limited run. Shawn’s quick wit and

legendary audience interaction are the hallmarks of her hilarious stand-up comedy. Inviting her guests to “stretch it out” with her (while remaining seated of course), she delivers some hilarious one-liners and her hysterical observations on life in general. Now in her fourth season in Vallarta, she’s been busy performing all over the world for US troops and on Atlantis cruises. Shawn also recently starred in her first non-comedic leading role in the independent film, ‘Tri’ (2016). Shawn Pelofsky plays Feb. 16 - 20. Also appearing is NYC cabaret legend Michael McAssey in the piano bar Tues. - Sat. with two shows nightly (see calendar). Pianist Jean-Guy Comeau (JayGee) plays a variety of thematic evenings for Happy Hour 5 - 7 on select dates (see calendar). Guitarist and singer Gabriel Reyes plays Happy Hour on Wed., Fri. and select Sundays. Singer-songwriter Stolie plays Happy Hour on Monday’s 5 - 7 with a show at 8:00. Luna Rumba’s ‘Duende’ plays Friday’s at 7:00. Spencer Day is now appearing through Feb. 13, and NYC cabaret diva Natalie Douglas appears through Feb. 15. American Idol finalist David Hernandez will perform beginning Feb. 20. And Country music superstar Ty Herndon makes his Vallarta debut March 6 - 18. Tickets and more information are available online for all upcoming shows at Incanto’s website: www.IncantoVallarta.com. Box Office opens at 10:00 AM daily. Incanto is located at Insurgentes 109 (at the Rio Cuale) in the old Bianco space. Phone them at 322 223 9756 for reservations.

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Feliz Dia de Amistad – Day of Friendship Event

his weekend don’t miss June Rosen Lopez’s Valentine’s Open House. It will be a relaxed event, with lots of treats and wine (or coffee if you are so inclined). This open house is an annual must-do event. June just got back from the gem show in a Tucson AX., and has a treasure of new gems to look; at all of which can be made into beautiful jewels. It is interesting to see what June has created. She has put her heart into her work for the last 40 years. June has lived in Puerto Vallarta for 37 years, before that she was from New York. The majority of her pieces are one of a kind. Considering that each piece is a work of art, the prices are very competitive. She also carries other artists’ work from all over Mexico. This is a great opportunity to

see inside the gallery where the magic happens! June opens her home and gallery just twice a year. She appreciates everyone to stop by and have a treat and to say hello. This party is a celebration for Dia de la Amistad (friendship day), new and old friends. Don’t miss this fun event! The location of her gallery is the same street as the new pier, Francisca Rodriquez, up the hill after crossing Olas Altas. Her home is on the corner of Francisca Rodriquez and Pino Suárez, across from the huge construction site of Pier 57. She looks forward to seeing you all this weekend. The hours are 1:00 to 7:00 Saturday and Sunday - the 11th and 12th of February! For more details you can call: 322 222 5049 or U.S. cell phone 646 338 7373 or email her at junesjewel74@hotmail.com.

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Kara Chandler is Cher Believe Merv Buchanan merv@trendrecords.ca

n every one of the last 5 decades, multi award winner Cher, aka “The Goddess Of Pop”, has had a number one song on The Billboard Chart. With more than 200,000,000 records sold, she has been a major force on radio and television and in movies and pop culture publications of all stripes. She is known the world over for her sense of humour, sultry voice, unique appearance and outrageous fashion sense. But more than anything, Cher is know

as an entertainer of the highest order. With her uncanny resemblance to the famous star it was only a matter of time before a clever promoter asked Kara Chandler if she could also sing like Cher. With ten years of theatrical experience in musicals behind her, Kara easily rose to the challenge, proving to one and all that she could portray Cher, without any difficulty at all. Suddenly, Kara had a new calling. One that has served her very well. Now, after six years performing in dinner theatres, casinos, concert halls and at corporate

Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, ust home from Boutique Theatre where Dana ZellerAlexis took me places I never expected to go. I will leave the wonderful words about the exquisite music by Woody Regan the creative staging by Sue Mereante and the brilliant directing by Mark Zeller to the folk who know more of those crafts than I do. My words are that Dana Zeller-Alexis, who calls herself a character actor, used those characters to bring me to peals of laughter and the joy humans bring to one another and to painful tears of sadness living the pain, abandonment and loneliness that we people bring to ourselves and others. It is the best for me that the Boutique has brought us this season. Do go. Marilee Iverson

Dear Madeline, e read your newspaper cover-to-cover every week to find out what is happening here in PV. We are thirty year visitors to this magical city, so we love it and cannot wait to return each year. We constantly ask everyone to recommend their favorite restaurants to us. We are always interested in finding the best food, the best cooking. Ambiance may not even be 5 star so long as the dining experience is really good. With this in mind, we discovered Una Familia, tucked away on a small side street just past the Malecon. Our dinner that night was so memorable that we broke our own long-standing rule about not returning to a great restaurant only because there are so many that we would want to visit. Two years later and Una Familia has added a Malecon location at Morelos #484 (reservations 222 8558) at the old Viejo Vallarta site, above Murphy’s Irish Pub.We brought family there last evening and all four of us, having four completely different meals, each of us could not stop raving about our dinner; the views of the sunset, and most notably Edmund, the consummate owner and host, maitre d, waiter, busboy and best of all, menu selection guide. His recommendations made our experience so satisfying. Our overall experience was so good that we felt the need to share thsi restaurant with all of your readers. You have our permission to edit and correct this letter as you need to. Sandy and Jerry Meyers Chicago, Illinois

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events, Kara has built a reputation as one of the top Cher tribute artists in the world. Her combination of boundless energy, charisma and talent lets her easily morph into her alter ego, Cher, and give audiences the powerful and unforgettable experience that only a true star is capable of giving. Like Cher, Kara Chandler is an entertainer of the highest order. “CHER....Believe” comes to Mexico for the first time, for a show at The Luna Lounge in Bucerias, on Sunday, February 19th. More info is available at lunaloungebucerias.com and elsewhere in this publication. *Copyright 2017. No part of this material may be used in an manner without the prior written permission of the author.

Te amo, te quiero mi amor I love you

f you think Spanish is a romantic language, you’re right! If you’d like to tell your special someone how you feel about them in Spanish, you may find it a bit more challenging than just learning the words. Saying I love you in Spanish can be a bit more complicated than in English because there are at least two different ways to say it. “Te quiero” is said freely among friends and family members but “te amo” is used to denote a stronger feeling. “Te Quiero” vs “Te Amo” Te quiero is simple. It literally translates to ‘I want you’ but is translated to ‘I love you.’ It can be used towards your family, friends, and spouse/girlfriend/boyfriend. This is the safest way to say ‘I love you’ to anyone you want to express your love towards. Te amo means ‘I love you’ as well but it isn’t used when in reference to your family and friends. This term is rarely used in general but when it

is, it is reserved for your lover/true love. You will see ‘Te amo’ in classic Spanish literature and poems.

10) Tu amor vale mas que millones de estrellas. – Your love is worth more than a million stars.

Love 1) Te quiero (mucho).- I love you (a lot / very much). 2) Te amo (mucho).- I love you (a lot / very much). More serious 3) Eres mi todo. – You are my everything. 4) Eres el amor de mi vida.- You are the love of my life. 5) Te quiero con todo mi alma.- I love you with all of my soul. 6) Cada dia te quiero mas. – Each day I love you more. 7) Estoy enamorado(a) de ti. – I’m in love with you. 8) Soy feliz de compartir cada instante de mi vida a tu lado. – I’m happy to share each moment of my life by your side. 9) Besarte es como ver las estrellas. – To kiss you is like seeing stars.

Romantic 1) He estado pensando en ti. – I’ve been thinking about you. 2) Pienso en ti todo el tiempo. – I think about you all the time. 3) Solo puedo pensar en ti. – I can only think of you. 4) Me vuelves loco(a). – You drive me crazy. 5) Estoy loco(a) por ti. – I’m crazy for you. 6) Te adoro. – I adore you. 7) Te deseo. – I want / desire you. 8) Tienes una sonrisa muy hermosa. – You have a very beautiful / lovely smile. 9) Eres la persona mas maravillosa del mundo. – You are the most wonderful person in the world. 10) No puedo esperar a verte. – I can’t wait to see you.

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This week at the Boutique Chili Cooks and Musical Groups Rhythms of love and life Tune Up For 5th Annual Charity

he Boutique Dinner Theater will celebrate Valentine’s Day by featuring Vallarta’s musical group, Time 2 Play. Shows are Monday, Feb. 13, and, of course, Tuesday, Feb. 14. In the last six years, the five musicians have entertained local, U.S., and Canadian audiences with tight fourpart vocals, as well as instrumentation on piano, guitar, violin, bass and drums. Every performance knits easy banter and spontaneous humor—the kind that only longtime friendship, mutual respect, and a shared love of performing can ensure. Solos and group numbers cover acapella harmonies, blues, jazz, country, folk, classical, as well as hilarious novelty numbers. Ballads will be performed by Joy Lehman and Garry Carson; classical piano and violin virtuosity by Lois Rogers and Mary MacLauchlan; and fresh and funny comic relief by Don MacLauchlan. Dana Zeller-Alexis continues her sold-out one-woman cabaret, “Women on the Edge,” through Feb. 11, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. She and her husband Mark Zeller, who is directing the show, have long careers on the stage around the world. Her work in “Mrs. Dally Has a Lover” earned this review: “She enters the heart of the character, etching out the perimeters of her character like a skilled jeweler.” She also won a Dramalogue Award for best actress in that role. A newly formed professional vocal octet, the Vallarta Vocalista Ensemble, will perform at the Boutique Feb. 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 and 25. “The Rhythms of Life” is the show’s theme. The singers are all Vallarta residents: Su-

Chili Cook-Off

T zanne Kirkpatrick, Kathy Overly, Jean-Guy Comeau, Steve Fulmer, Judy Radke, Carl Timothy, Sharon Baughman-White, and Davíd White. “Where The Boys Are: A Tribute to Connie Francis” returns. Mikki Prost brings back her standing-ovation tribute show at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15, and March 1. Here’s what reviewer Gary Beck had to say about the show: “Mikki wrapped us around her musical finger, and we grew in awe … Mikki not only sang tremendously, as if she was indeed Miss Francis, she narrated the story of her beginnings, and the paths she took along the way … to the top of female singers.” On Mondays, enjoy Fast Eddie’s Karaoke Party at Nacho Daddy, starting at a later time on Feb. 13, following the Time 2 Play Show, around 8 p.m. and continuing until 11 p.m. Feb. 13 is also Fast Eddie’s birthday. A big party, with activities such as our original game “Ambush Karaoke,” are in store. No singing skill or experience is required. Lots of opportunities for dancing are provided, all free of charge. The Boutique Dinner Theatre offers exciting evenings of dinnerand-a-show options. The theatre is located upstairs at Nacho Daddy, 287 Basilio Badillo. For information call 322-728-6878.

he 5th annual American Legion Post 14 Charity Chili Cook-Off is set for Saturday, February 25, 1-5 p.m., at beautiful El Rio BBQ Bar and Grill in Paso Ancho. It's an "all you can eat" chili fest, featuring recipes from these sponsors: All Access American Legion Captain Don’s Casa Anita Coco Tropical DZ Route 66 Diner El Monaco El Torito Sports Bar Escondida Sports Bar Kelly’s Pour Favor Luke’s Murphy’s Irish Pub Nacho Daddy’s Navy League / Toys 4 Tots Outback Steak House Pancho Villa Burgers Steve’s Sports Bar Torpedos Football Americano (Pop Warner) 104.3 Radio An order of El Rio's famous smoked riblets and an agua fresca is also included. Cost is $250 pesos per person. Regular El Rio menu items are also available for purchase. There is vegetarian chili for those who have special diet needs. Musical entertainment will be provided by Mikki Prost, The Bones, Dave Whitty, and the Texas Embassy Blues Band, featuring vocalist Sean Moore. All of the proceeds from the cook-off go to local American Legion charities and the community, including the Banderas Bay Women's Shelter, Busca Un Amigo,

a day care for disabled children, Torpedos American Football, to help boys develop character and responsibility, and DIF New Life Home for at-risk boys. American Legion Post 14 in Puerto Vallarta provides funding and community support under the auspices the Punta Mita Foundation. Last year's cook-off drew upwards of 500 chili and music lovers. It’s expected that this year’s event will meet or even exceed that number. There will be two categories of chili judging -- one by popular vote from attendees and one by professional judges. Last year's winners were: Professional Judges 1st Place: American Legion 2nd Place: Casa Anita 3rd Place: Murphy's Irish Pub Popular Vote 1st Place: American Legion 2nd Place: Nacho Daddy

3rd Place: Pour Favor El Rio BBQ and Grill is located in Paso Ancho, in a beautiful setting alongside the Cuale River. Doors open at 1 p.m. Directions: from the south or El Centro/Old Town, take the Libramiento through the small tunnel, then turn right at the signal just past the bridge. From the north, turn left at the signal after the large tunnel and just before the bridge. It’s strongly recommended, and a great tip, that attendees take the R-04 Blue bus from Old Town, on Lazaro Cardenas, which drops off at El Rio's front entrance. Limited free parking will also be available. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance from any of the event's sponsors, including Steve's Sports Bar and Carol's Boutique, both on Basilio Badillo in Old Town. For more information: Dennis Rike at dennis2rike@Hotmail.com 322-138-8891

This week’s featured property: Bonita Vista PH3 Panoramic views in this custom built home 2 BED, 2 BATH, 2,150 sq. ft $297,000usd This home was lovingly built by the current owner. Professionally designed and decorated, this one-of-a-kind home spared no expense with the results being a blend of richness, comfort and style. From floor to ceiling hardwood bookshelves, working fireplace, brick arches and red paver flooring, this home is a shining example of Mexican style done right. Panoramic views of the downtown and bay make sunsets a special time from any of these areas with an amazing expanse across the front. This boutique building has only three units and dues are less than $100 USD/ month. Invest in the quality you deserve. www.boardwalkrealtypv.com/properties/bonita-vista-ph3/

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South Side Shuffle Block Party By Steven Miller

even years ago a group of Puerto Vallarta merchants created something called the South Side Shuffle. The merchants were the owners of some of our finest shops and galleries, all located on a two-block stretch of Basilio Badillo on the south side of town. The South Side Shuffle quickly became a hit with locals and visitors alike. By popular demand it was scheduled twice a month, on alternating Fridays. To this day it is generally considered to be the most fun shopping extravaganza on the Mexican Riviera. On Friday, December 3 (from 6pm to 10pm), Vallarta will be celebrating the third Shuffle of the new season, and it promises to be the biggest and best yet. All of the seventeen participating businesses will be offering complimentary cocktails. As well as a few fun surprises, creating the kind of festive atmosphere everyone can enjoy. Although this two-block stretch (200’s and 300’s) of Basilio Badillo (and the half block of Constitucion

Street adjoining it) has some of the finest shopping in Mexico, the new and improved South Side Shuffle has several great additions, especially in the area of entertainment. Joining the Shuffle this year are two of Vallarta’s premiere entertainment venues. The first is Nacho Daddy’s & The Boutique Theatre: a blues nightclub, Tex-Mex Restaurant and dinner theatre all under one roof. Then, up the street is Act II Stages, presenting an entire panoply of international performers of every stripe. In addition to some of the best shopping and entertainment in town, the Shuffle can also boast four fine restaurants: Di Vino Dante, with its incredible wine list; Puerto Nuevo, with its wonderful seafood; Basilio Beber y Comer, with its great blend of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine; and the aforementioned Nacho Daddy’s with its terrific Tex-Mex kitchen. One of the greatest things about the Shuffle is its compactness. All seventeen businesses are located on a two-block stretch of Basilio Badillo,

and a half block of Constitution Street. Everything is close, so walking to every business is not a problem. But time is. There is so much to see, four hours is really not enough. So, for folks with specific interests, we have tried to squeeze all seventeen businesses into a few categories to help you decide where to focus your attention: GALLERIES: Ambos Galeria, Art Vallarta II, Galleria Dante and Kathleen Carrillo Galleries. JEWELRY STORES: Cassandra Shaw Jewelry, Cerroblanco Gallery, Shazel Jewelry. FOLK ART AND COLLECTIBLES: Banderas Bay Trading Company, Lucy’s Cucu Cabaña, Peyote People. ENTERTAINMENT: Act II Stages, Boutique Theatre, Nacho Daddy’s. DINING: Basilio Beber y Comer, Di Vino Dante, Nacho Daddy´s, Roberto’s Puerto Nuevo. FASHION: Colecion La Bohemia, Tonalli Tienda. All the businesses on this magical stretch of Basilio Badillo and Constitucion streets have

Olas Altas Farmers’ Market Meet HerikoJoyeria, and Heriberto Saucedo-Master Jeweler By Mary Stehley

condo is available. Together with Christel Reimink, a 20-year Mexican resident of Dutch background, Heriko Jewelry has been a part of the Olas Altas Farmers Market since its first season. “Over the years, many of our visitors have become returning customers and dear friends,” says Saucedo. “We’ve become a part of each others’ history.” The Olas Altas Farmers Market offers 90 booths of “Handmade and Homegrown” goodies as well as

prepared foods such as tamales, tacos, homemade ice cream, paella, pizza, baked goods, meat pies as well as soaps, jewellery, clothes, nut butters, sprouts, produce and fermented foods. We’re open from 9:30 to 2:00 pm every Saturday from the first Saturday in November to the last Saturday in April in the Lazaro Cárdenas Park in Vallarta’s Emiliano Zapata neighborhood. Parking is available in the garage under the park.

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courses such as the lost wax technique course at the Escuela Nacional de Artes Plasticas in Taxco. “We strongly believe that handmade jewelry should feel great when you wear it,” says Saucedo. He encourages shoppers to respect the beauty and uniqueness of every stone. He also invites shoppers to try on the jewelry, and to trust the intuitive energy of the stones (many of which are Mexican stones). “Original,” “A very unique style,” “Drawn to it” and “Mystical”...all of these can be heard as shoppers try on and show off their favorite Heriko Jewelry pieces. While certain pieces with leather, pearls and silver have become classics over the years, most creations are unique and can be custom made and adjusted. Delivery to your hotel or

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ossil and bone are usually materials found at an archeological dig not at a jewelry vendor’s booth at a farmer’s market. Add a stunning variety of (semi-)precious stones, quartz, fire opals, fresh water pearls, leather, wood, silver and gold and you have the ingredients for Heriberto Saucedo’s unique and mystical jewelry design. Born in Guadalajara, Heriberto began his artisan journey over twenty years ago. At the age of 17 he learned how to make leather sandals. He sold his first pair right away and invested in the tools needed to continue the craft. Bracelets, bags and eventually, jewelry followed. Saucedo has received training from master artisans and craftsmen and attended

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Paradise

From Here

and Parenting

Marcia Blondin

Leza Warkentin

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Heart in Her Hand

magine – a half million pesos raised at the Fiesta Rosa recently at Oscar’s. The Vallarta Garden Club is off and running, spades in hand, ready and able to buy plants, fertilizer, water, soil, cement blocks for planters – all of it, thanks to the people of Vallarta – residents and tourists who understand a safe, strong city is the reward for making Vallarta beautiful with cleaner air, luscious blooms and glorious fragrances – all of the senses gifted by the power of a garden spreading over the city like wildflowers in a meadow. I had the pleasure last week of listening to Latcho and Andrea – the Blonde Gypsies – at Incanto Vallarta’s brand new performing arts theatre. This intimate cabaret-style room is exactly the right fit for Latcho and Andrea who have been performing around the Bay of Banderas for more than 20 years. Perhaps in keeping with Tracy Parks’s new theatre, both gypsies appeared more sophisticated and their play list included songs I had not heard before so it’s an all-new shiny and bright Latcho and Andrea. Their passion for their music – and each other – has not diminished in the slightest. The sound and light in Incanto’s theatre is wonderful and I believe Latcho and Andrea gave the performance of a lifetime last week. They will be back in March; don’t miss them. You will be able to see Spencer Day before his last concert February 13. He too, ‘dressed up’ to celebrate his first show at Incanto. I have never seen Spencer in anything but a Polo shirt and there he was in a button down albeit with short sleeves, but still! His voice – clear as a bell. I finally understood lyrics to songs I have been listening to for decades but it took him to sing them. And, he is so funny and a brilliant lyricist and pianist. Such a sense of humour – he always remains kind somehow, even skirting politics and did an amazing trip down America’s musical history decade by decade, back and back, looking for America’s best. Always tongue in

cheek. Gently. Colette Zarry is the owner of one of Vallarta’s best known Los Muertos beach restaurants – Langostino’s. She threw herself a 50th birthday party this past weekend that could become the benchmark of all birthdays, at least until the end of this century. Her kindnesses have touched so many people and so many dogs and cats in Vallarta it would be impossible to document. Although, if you ask her how many animals

her clinic (Colina Spay and Neuter) has snipped, she can probably rattle off the numbers exactly. It was spectacular, Colette! You were spectacular. Thank you for having me and I really hope I’m around for your 100th! This just in today from Paco Ojeda: “Biblioteca Los Mangos will produce a voice recital featuring a renowned Mexican soprano, a local tenor, and a pianist, to benefit the library. This recital will take place Thursday, March 9 at 7:30 pm at the Sheraton. The repertoire will include favourite operatic arias, a few selections from the musical stage, and traditional Mexican songs in Spanish.” So, save the date – March 9, 7:30 at the Sheraton Hotel. I will have more info soon and will pass it on. Don’t forget El Placer de Escuchar, Paco Ojeda’s monthly musical appreciation series, this Thursday, February 9 at 7 pm, at the Library Los Mangos. Paco will be exploring Gershwin, et al, with guest performers. And that is it, From Here!

think we never realize how our actions as children affect our parents until we have children of our own and we get the first call from the principal. Suddenly all you can visualize is your heart, freshly ripped from your chest, dripping messily all over a plate she’s holding casually (which sounds really weird when I say it out loud). And there, on a toothpick at the center of the aorta is a tiny white flag and two words: “be gentle”. I’m fortunate that the educators in my children’s lives have always cared deeply for them and have always wanted the best for them. So my tender heart has been safe in their hands. But it takes moments like these to understand that some of the happiest moments in my life may have been a little traumatizing for my own parents. I can illustrate this with a fun story about my Mexican wedding. I look back fondly on Gil’s and my civil ceremony because it reflected my own personality so beautifully: disorganized and a bit of a disaster. We found out a week before our spiritual ceremony on the beach that the civil ceremony in Vallarta just wasn’t happening. It turns out that the Civil Registry here in town requires brand new birth certificates, even from non-Mexicans. I had one about ten years old, which was considered to be a useless sheet of antique paper here in Jalisco. They recommended that we check to see if folks in the state of Nayarit were more romantic and less concerned with the age of official papers. The nearest Civil Registry in Nayarit is in a little place called Bahia de Band eras. If you know where Mezcales is, you can find Bahia de Banderas if you go through Mezcales onto very small, very confusing, very bumpy roads for about a really long time. The office itself is tiny in size but mighty in enthusiasm to marry people, and thus we held our ceremony right there. From my point of view, the whole thing was both quirky and romantic, because the Justice of the Peace

was an earnest, wonderful lady who was so happy for us in spite of just having met us. Gilberto bought me flowers, and I was surrounded by my friends and family. But let’s take a step back and look at it through my dad’s eyes. This perspective won’t give you a great view of the ceremony, unfortunately, because he was standing in the Justice’s personal bathroom as her miniscule office was overflowing with all six witnesses. He was holding my daughter, whom he loved more than all the tortillas in Mexico, although I imagine he never dreamed of holding his grandchild at his daughter’s wedding. He was in a town he’d never heard of, in a land where he was not a citizen, and he couldn’t for the life of him make out a single word of the ceremony. He was just going on the hope that someone would say at some point (and in a most legal fashion), “I pronounce you husband and wife.” This must have been an out of body experience as a parent. Because what do you do when your child calls you up from a foreign country right before she’s about to come home forever, and tells you in a breathless, excited voice that she’s in LOVE and she’s going to STAY IN MEXICO and probably get married at some point? Do you wonder where you went wrong? Do you wrestle with questions about how your daughter’s life’s work could have taken her so far from you? Do you stay awake nights worrying over your precious child who is now inexplicably in love with someone whose values and culture are not yet known to you? Let me tell you what my parents did. They came down to Mexico and stood as witness for their daughter. They held their baby grandchildren tightly in their arms so their parents could sign the marriage license. They hugged Gilberto and called him “son”. The wedding on the beach was a few days later. My dad held my hand and danced with me on the sand. He asked if I was happy. I said that I was. And then he said what I hope I’ll trust my own child enough to say, as my heart is dangling from her hand, “Then that’s enough for me.”

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Finding

Your Happy Rhonda Zarate

Marcella Castellanos

Rhonda Zarate is a Happy Heart Lifestyle Coach. She helps people find their happiest hearts through coaching, finding their happy home and with her book Find Your Happy Planner at Amazon, Barnes & Noble. You can see what she is up to at rhondazarate.com Wishing you a happy day!

Marcella Castellanos is a bilingual holistic health coach certified through the IIN, and has taught Latin dance for over twelve years. Join her for her next program REVITALIZE in 28 DAYS for the Early Bird 2 for 1 special until February 17th, click here for the details: or visit her website at marcellacastellanos.com

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Giving up the What Ifs!

How being Mexican lead me to become a holistic health coach

on’t get bogged down by indecision and what if’s. Do you realize how many stressful crisis moments one can accumulate in a lifetime that never happen? This is something unfortunately that we all do. I am famous for going down the ‘what if’ road sometimes taking it to the extreme. You know that road I am taking about - the What if I get in a car accident while running errands before I have to catch a flight later in the day. What if it snows on Christmas day making the roads undrivable and no one can make the celebration. What if I go into labor and there is a traffic jam... you get the point; it is ridiculous the amount of energy one can exert on something that has a very likely possibility of never happening. This, my friends, can be exhausting! What if we decided to live in the here and the now? How would that feel? What if we decided to live a life based on concrete facts? What if we enjoyed the moment-to-moment savoring all the small things instead of jumping to all these crazy presumptions? Living in the present moment is a great way guarantee a happy life. We

I would skip around, all light and fresh not having the unknown burdens weighing us down. When we do let our guard down, worry can darken the brightest day. When we are weightless, the colors are so bright and vivid full of twinkling colors and fairy dust. Perhaps this is something to ponder. Maybe I am on to something? Why don’t we all kick this ridiculous habit of living the non-truth moments, to the curb? Well, it is a new year and a chance for all of us to reinvent ourselves into our better selves. Let’s shout from the highest mountain we are going to live in the here and now and have a new lease on life. To take further action on this, we could wear an elastic band on our wrist, and the next time we take

a stroll down ‘What If Lane’ we could give ourselves a quick swift snap to bring ourselves back into the reality of living in the moment. At that moment stop, give thanks for all the real blessing in your life. Smile and let the feeling of being happy drift over your body and reroot yourself into a place of strength and confidence. Carry on with your beautiful day, all light and airy. Let the drama go, take it one day at a time, enjoying every beautiful moment. Homework: When you feel yourself feeling overwhelmed, ask this simplest question. Is this the real deal or am I living in the land of presuming? It is one or the other. Simple, cut and dry ‘eazie peezie’. You got this! Cheers to living your Happiest Life. YOU DESERVE IT!

ADORABLE DOG IN THE SPOTLIGHT... BARNEY

by Janice Gonzalez

here is nothing more soulful than the eyes of a Basset Hound. Barney is a lovely, 6 year old weighing 44 pounds. He is just the sweetest guy and quite playful. Barney particularly likes to roll around on his back and get belly rubs. He gets along with other dogs as long as they are submissive. Barney has been neutered, dewormed and fully vaccinated. Now he just needs that perfect

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grew up with my parents owning a Mexican restaurant. Getting tacos at school and eating chile verde burritos were common meals for me as a child. While many Mexican food staples are healthy, and my mom did a great job of keeping processed foods out of the house, there were still many food options that aren’t. I couldn’t understand why as a super active teen running track, being in cheerleading and dance, I couldn’t lose the “baby fat.” This led to a constant pursuit for the “right diet” and endless hours at the gym. I remember the first connection I made with where food comes from when my father enthusiastically, but hesitantly handed me a taco to eat at our restaurant. Sensing his reticence, I asked, “What kind of taco is it?” He replied, “Beef tongue.” At that moment, I realized that meat came from animals, something I hadn’t considered before. I began to develop an inquisitive nature

about food where it came from and truth-seeking in general. Meanwhile, my parents were beginning to develop health issues. As I grew up, I lived a rushed lifestyle, and the result was that I was consistently exhausted, stressed and became ill with debilitating gall bladder disease that would leave me doubled over in pain. Long story short, my choices were surgery to remove my gall bladder or try a natural cleanse. Not having the money for surgery, nor the will to give up a vital organ, I opted for spending twenty dollars on ingredients to help cleanse my liver. Within five days, hundreds of stones were expelled from my body. That was a pivotal moment for me and what catapulted my journey of discovery and curiosity about natural healing and uncovering more truths including demystifying what goes on in food production. Since then, I’ve learned that I can help busy, professional women over forty who are struggling with self-care, feeling old, fat and tired by showing them how they can care for themselves, lose unwanted pounds, feel younger and regain their zest for life. Because I was once there and I can help you get your zeal back.

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Samira is...“Truly Tina” Canada’s Hot Tina Turner Tribute Artist Merv Buchanan merv@uvs.com

amira's “Truly Tina” tribute show is best described as powerful, sexy and thoroughly entertaining as she struts her stuff, belting out those familiar Tina Turner songs, just like the star herself. The big hair, great legs and provocative costumes are all there. But more importantly, Samira brings Turner's energy, voice and sassy attitude to the stage in a way that harks back to The Ike & Tina Turner Revue at its best. For years, Samira has travelled the world as one of the most in-demand Tina Turner tribute artists, from Australia, China and Guam, to Canada, the US, Mexico and the middle east. Las Vegas casino lounges, corporate events for the

world's best known companies, a concert in Beijing's Tiananmen Square are all routine for one of Canada's most popular entertainers. And in 2014, Samira had the honour of performing at Turner's former high school at the official opening of the Tina Turner Museum. Tina Turner's torrid vocals and electrifying stage presence have always been an inspiration to Samira and she has learned to replicate them with amazing accuracy and passion. She is especially influenced by Turner's ability to drench her song lyrics in passion and perform them with what has been described as “hurricane force”. Samira's performances as “Tina, the queen of rock'n'roll” are absolutely unrivaled. Her physical appearance is about as close as one can get to the star's. And her secondary career

as a fitness instructor keeps her in the top physical condition required to perform with the required energy and enthusiasm. Samira has an intense passion for her music and strives to make Truly Tina, her personal tribute to her favourite artist, “simply the best”, from “river deep to mountain high”, not just in her native Canada, but around the world. Her 2 sold out shows at last year's season finale at The Luna Lounge in Bucerias were such a hit that the venue has invited her back again shows on Thursday, February 16th and Friday, February 17th. Details are available on the venue's web site and in this publication. *Copyright 2017. No part of this material may be used in any manner without the prior written approval of the author.

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Medical Matters Pam Thompson

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Pamela Thompson operates HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta, a multi-faceted, independent, resource network that is here for your total health and well-being. We offer assistance to help find a physician, hospital and diagnostic service for any healthcare needs. www.healthcareresourcespv.com

edical Matters is only a few days away, February 13, 2017 at the Hotel Marriot CasaMagna. Doors open at 9am. A huge array of health-related exhibitors and speakers By the time one reads this article, we will be in the very last days of the homestretch for Medical Matters. Maybe folks are tired of hearing about it and seeing all of the publicity but, oh well. We are so darned proud of it! It is like putting together a gigantic wedding, planning for a year but getting the final details done up until the very last minute. The doors open and the bride appears but for me with this event, the doors open and the people pour in! My biggest anxiety every single year is just before we open and I think, “What if nobody comes?” Of course, they do and the rooms are packed. Sure. There are always a few glitches here and there but nothing major and the day runs smooth as anything. This absolutely could not be done without the stellar medical folks we have here. Medical Matters was created so that people can know what is available here in our area. And let me tell you, we have abundance! And luckily, “my” doctors follow my instructions as to where to be and when! I am so very proud of them all. So, get out your scissors and cut out the schedule from the Vallarta Tribune (or email me for a copy). Plan your day accordingly as to which speakers you want to see, plan on a meal or snack (discount at the Hotel Marriott restaurants for attendee’s) and plan for plenty of time to stroll through all of the exhibits. When you are at the event, look for smiling folks with neon green aprons. These are our volunteers who will do their best to answer questions, direct you. Have a little patience as well. Sometimes there are lines to get into various speakers and sometimes the aisles where the exhibitors are get crowded. There’s plenty of time and room for everyone. No need to be in a big hurry! Be sure and register with our volunteers as this year, we will have drawings of some excellent health-related prizes! There has been no February newsletter out yet (due to prep for Medical Matters) so there will be a combined February (mid-onward) and March Newsletter with plenty of our screening clinics, speakers programs available. Me? Run out of topics? Incredible but I would really love to hear from you as to some suggestions on upcoming future articles! Auxillio! We look forward to seeing you at Medical Matters. Please take some photos and send them to me! Here’s to a fluid week!

Save the Date

FEB 13TH 9AM 5PM

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A No-Charge Community Healthcare Event

n February 13, 2017 the immense Grand Ballroom at the Hotel Marriott will be filled with a vast array of local healthcare providers including private hospitals, health and travel insurance, therapists, diagnostic services, ambulance, dentists, physicians, and more! As well, three salons will run continuously with speakers on various health topics. This is the sixth year for Medical Matters. What began as a small conference with approximately 300 people attending has turned out to be one of the largest attended events in Puerto Vallarta, with nearly 4,000 people passing through the doors at last year’s event. Puerto Vallarta boasts wonderful healthcare facilities and professionals and this is the chance for the Englishspeaking community to meet

them, ask questions, gather information and have a chat. The Hotel Marriott offers discounts in their restaurants throughout the day, so you can plan your day around visiting the exhibits, attending speakers programs and enjoying a delicious breakfast or lunch. The event is NOT only for US Citizens! We are pleased that the Canadian Consulate will be participating this year. This is a no charge event! There is no registration for the event or to attend any of the speakers programs. Doors open at 9:00 am. There is no reason to “arrive early”. Relax, stroll through the various exhibits and attend as many of the speakers programs as you like. The Hotel Marriott is located inside Marina Vallarta. Enter at the whale statue and follow the street until it “T”’s at the

There is no registration for the event or to attend any of the speakers programs. Doors open at 9:00 am. There is no reason to “arrive early”. Marriott. Parking will be very tight the day of the event so consider parking at another location and taking the bus, taxi or rideshare.

Paseo de la Marina, Marina Vallarta For further information, please contact Pamela Thompson. info@healthcareresourcespv.com Call 322-107-7007 We look forward to seeing you there!

MEDICAL MATTERS SPEAKERS SCHEDULE 10:00am

11:00am

Salon Vallarta Reflux Disease – Heart Disease in Women; New I Have - I-III Heartburn!

Dr. Armando Joya

Concepts in Prevention and Management

Cancer; The New Need to Know & Way to Cure How to Prepare

Salon Mexico Cozumel

Come for the conference, stay for lunch! Enjoy the restaurants at the Marriott with special discounts arranged for the day.

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Chronic Illness & Discovering the Actual Source

Why Acupuncture?

Everything You Need to Know About Hip Problems

Ozone –

Dr. Omar Morales

Mari Torres

Dr. Alberto Marron

Non-surgical Option for Back Problems Dr. Manuel Hernandez

Dra. Laura Garcia Dr. Adolfo Curiel

Salon Vallarta Focal Treatments Aging & Hearing in Prostate Loss; What You - IV-VIII

Marriott CasaMagna Resort

Beauty & the Breast Dr. Miguel Saldaña

Dr. Carlos Garcia

Dr. Diaz-Nuñez & Dra. Christina Boover

No More Living with Incontinence: Current Trends in Treatment

Diabetes; New Technologies in Treatment

Spider Veins – Unattractive but Treatable!

Dr. Roberto Gutierrez

Dr. Hector Escoto

We Be-Lung Together – Lung Disease and Current Treatments

Oral Health Enemies It’s All About the Face! Dr. Octavio Lomeli Dra. Nasheilli

Dr. Alejandro Rios

Dr. Habid Becerra For updates email: info@healthcareresourcespv.com

Addictions and Substance Abuse - the True Challenge in Pain Management

Lack of Forgiveness New Technologies – The Effect on Your in Cataract Body Treatment Jean Martin

Dr. Rodrigo Gonzalez

Dr. Felipe Martinez NO REGISTRATION - LOTS OF SPACE FOR EVERYONE!

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Comings and Goings Marcia Blondin

Michael Nolan

marciavallarta@gmail.com Comings… Happy Hour at Incanto Vallarta’s beautiful piano bar overlooking the Rio Cuale just got better. Listen to Gabriel Reyes sing and play guitar every Wednesday and Friday at 5 pm. Gabriel’s rich voice will keep you spellbound – really. He is that good. The second the doors open at 5 the Piano Bar quickly fills up, so go early, relax on the terrace by the river for a bit to ensure a front row seat for Gabriel’s mini-concert. El Rio BBQ-Bar is hosting ‘Forever Young’ this Saturday night – the Rod Stewart Tribute concert starring Canadian Doug Varty. Doug’s two shows at the Luna Lounge in Bucerias are already sold out so if Rod Stewart is on your playlist then let’s have dinner under the stars, put our toes in the sand and be dazzled. I first heard ‘Maggie May’ on the top of the highest mountain in Cyprus. It was Christmas Day, there was snow and I was missing my family. It remains my favourite song…no pressure, Doug! The short version will do. Attention NEIL DIAMOND/ WILL CHALMERS fans! The show must go on and Will Chalmers will be returning to Vallarta to El Rio BBQ-Bar, Tuesday, February 28 to perform his incredible tribute to Neil Diamond that was explosively cancelled January 28 when a cement truck unceremoniously took out a power line and that was that.

104.3wakeupshow@gmail.com Fans in Bucerias and Guayabitos will have the pleasure of hearing Will again. …and Goings Michael Danckert left a soldout crowd at El Rio BBQ-Bar so happy after his tribute show to Roy Orbison. I asked Americans, Canadians and Mexicans scattered throughout the audience what they thought about the show: They all came up with the same word: G-R-E-A-T. One woman said she knew every song The Big O ever recorded and couldn’t believe Michael didn’t miss even one (very high) note. Michael seemed a little nervous at the beginning of the evening but with each song his voice grew stronger, the audience crammed the dance floor and the air echoed every lyric. It was magic. At least twice during the performance, Michael thanked Julio Angeles, Trend Entertainment’s amazing sound/light technical wizard for all his help putting together the show. Afterwards, Michael asked me if he was ‘okay’ as it was only his fourth time doing the show. I thought he was kidding. Almost every Tribute artist I have met has been ‘doing’ the work for years, however as Michael says, everyone has to have their first show. Or their fourth. Michael’s business card currently reads “Voice. Guitar. Music.” He will have to update and include ”Quintessential Roy Orbison”.

would like to say ‘Thank You!’ for all the nice things you have been saying in emails and phone calls over the past few weeks about the articles I have been writing. I am very happy to provide you with this information. Many of you have been asking about my radio show. The Good Morning Wake Up Show is aired every Saturday from 9 to 11am on UdG Radio 104.3 FM. If you do not have a radio you can tune in via the internet at this link. h ttp://udgtv.com/radio-puerto-vallarta/en-vivo If you would like to listen to past shows you may do so at vallarta.podcastudg.com Last but not least I can be contacted at 104.3wakeupshow@ gmail.com Please if you have any ideas on future shows, or events you would like me to talk about contact me. CINEMA CUC As many of you know every Wednesday and Friday at 1pm the UdG shows films in our main, air-conditioned auditorium. The movies on Wednesday all have

a music theme, and the ones on Friday are movies from around the world. On February 10 we will be showing Hail, Caesar directed by Joel Coen and Ethan Coen and staring Josh Brolin and George Clooney. On Wednesday the 15th a music concert of Diego el Cigala, filmed in Argentina in 2012. On the 17th, For Hell or High Water, by director David Mackenzie, staring Jeff Bridges and Chris Pine. For full listings go to the UdG CUC website www.cuc.udg.mx Community Service Brigade Dear Community of Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit: The University Center of the Coast has the honour to invite you to the inaugural formal ceremony of “Brigades University CUCosta” ceremony attended by municipal and university authorities. The ceremony is Saturday, February 11 at 9:00 am in the Main Plaza in Tomatlan, Jalisco. Brigades University is a university program that will be held once a month in a different community

in the Puerto Vallarta area. The University will offer health care, legal advice, self-construction of public housing, psychological health, nutritional, financial and accounting services, and physical fitness. The Brigades will help disadvantaged communities in the region; University teachers, social service providers and students of UdG CUCosta will be there to help. The program’s goal is a commitment to social equity and improving the living conditions of the socially disadvantaged, by offering basic services to those in need. The program seeks to create a greater social awareness among students of the University Center of the Coast of the University of Guadalajara. For more information, please contact: Mtra. Maria Guadalupe Gomez Basulto (322) 226-2263 Ext 66263 REMEMBER: “Always go to other people’s funerals, otherwise they won’t come to yours.”

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here is a new Bucerias beachfront condo project north of Los Picos called PALMAS 11 Condos. The PALMAS 11 Condos will be high end beachfront living made for comfort with style. Featuring two penthouses, two pools, beautiful slate stone rock walls, fountains and patios with artistic surprises. The two bedroom, two bath condos begin at $399,000 usd or equivalent in pesos. A discount is available for the first four buyers who will receive $100,000 usd dollars off the regular price! How can the builders do this? They own a rock quarry, creating a win-win situation. Financing terms are available. The current exchange rate creates a wonderful opportunity for a buyer or an investor. Who are the owners of PALMAS 11 Condos? Meet Real Estate / Broker expert Rich Barnes from

Milwaukee, WI. Rich has been visiting the Bucerias area for six years; a big fan of Mexico, its people and culture. Rich is married to Elizabeth Gutierrez from Mexico State with a beautiful three-year-old daughter named Maria. Thirty-five years in sales, sixteen years with broker experience, and over 700 homes sold, Rich backs up his experience and trust in the Real Estate industry. They also own a beautiful casa in Bucerias. Rich has traveled throughout Mexico and has made thirty-seven visits to almost every state. Meet Ron Rezash: A true family man, married twenty-eight years to the love of his life Julie, and proud father of three terrific sons. Ron has spent the past twenty years acquiring real estate in the Wisconsin area, rehabbing over 100 houses giving him experience in building housing development. Involved in his community and named YMCA

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Volunteer of the Year twice, overseeing a large nonprofit organization for children ages 6-17,Ron served as past president and current VP of the Milwaukee Angels whilst taking care of the 15,500 sq. ft. facility. When he was teaching he helped to establish, with his peers, a successful charter school. Ron

holds community consciousness and has the building experience needed for this Bucerias project. Meet Armando Luis Solorio: the Banderas Bay local connection and partner, Armando has experience building and starting new creative projects that bring people together. One of his business projects is the Car Wash

Club out of Puerto Vallarta. Owner of the Sunshine Bar in Bucerias, co-creator of the Buzo; the diver on the Bucerias Town Plaza, the creative energy of Armando will reverberate in the building of the PALMAS 11 Condos. Contact: Armando (MX Cell) 322-185-3832, Rich (US) 414-8998146 and Ron (US) 414-698-1135

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Set the Mood: A Valentine’s Day Shopping Guide By Matt McCue

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f you’re lucky enough to be in Puerto Vallarta with your partner for Valentine’s Day, you won’t have any trouble finding a special restaurant to enjoy a Valentine’s dinner. But how about those last-minute romantic purchases to set the mood for the rest of the evening? Old Town Valentine’s Day isn’t complete without a bottle (or two) of bubbly, which is why you should head over to Cork + Bottle in Los Mercados, where proprietor Nina Goodhope carries a selection of champagnes and sparkling wines, including French and Mexican options. While you’re at Los Mercados check out their cooler full of baked in-house cakes and other pastries in Que Rico. Their red velvet cake would definitely set the mood you’re after. The florist ROMORGAN on Lazaro Cardenas has floral bouquets and arrangements available, including decorations that can add a romantic air to the mood you’re setting. (Tip: stop by ROMORGAN early as their bouquets often sell out before the end of the day.) Hotel Zone PV Cupcakes in Plaza Caracol always has someway to say ‘I love you’ in frosting, including seasonal specialties (think pumpkin spiced cupcakes during autumn) – watch their Facebook page for all the seasonal flavours. Inside Plaza

PV Cupcakes is preparing for Valentine’s Day with delicious love-themed cupcakes. Caracol you’ll find a number of different florists with bouquets ready to take home to your better half, including tropical arrangements featuring flowers local to the region. Also in Plaza Caracol are dozens of shops offering love themed gifts including jewellery, spa treatments, massage oils and sexy lingerie for men and women. Down the street from Plaza Caracol is La Playa Warehouse, which stocks a selection of spirits and sparkling wines that are perfect for a romantic evening celebration following a Valentine’s Day dinner at your favourite restaurant. The Marina Vallarta The Marina Vallarta has plenty of places to stop for some last minute shopping for Valentine’s Day. La Europea in Nima Bay stocks

European wines and gourmet food including cheeses and chocolates – perfect for a ‘dessert course’ following your special meal. Nearby Pie in the Sky, always has a number of freshly-baked cakes and pastries to choose from – a decadent chocolate cake being exquisite choice. With such diverse options across the city of Puerto Vallarta, it’s easy to find the right gifts and supplies to make your Valentine’s Day a romantic affair. A visit to any of these shops can go a long way in making it an evening to remember.

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or ten years he was beaten; every single day, kids slapped, kicked, punched and called him names. Once, after being assaulted, Fred recalls walking home with ripped, dirty clothing. “Those are brand new clothes! “ exclaimed his mother--“What did you DO?!” “I was beat up” he said; “I DON’T want to hear it!” She replied. Fred could not find any solace. On the last day of school, while walking down a path, alone, six boys jumped out of bushes. They were about to attack Fred. “This stops now!” Fred fumed and for the first time ever, he fought back. His rage was furious and as a result, he pummeled all six boys. The next year, when returning to school, Fred discovered that fighting back had garnered him a new level of respect. No one bullied him and everyone left him alone. Despite this, Fred states he still became an angry, pot smoking SOB. He intuitively knew he was ‘different’ but could not pinpoint exactly why. Fred carried on with his life. He met and fell head over heels in love with his wife; she was unlike any other woman. They married and had one child, a daughter. Fred tells me he sold his pickup truck to buy his wife an engagement ring. In his past life, Fred worked many ‘manly’ jobs: he was a truck driver hauling logs, a cook/chef and a heavy-duty equipment operator. Eventually, as he grew tired of the constant drinking and gambling

lifestyle, he took up painting. Fred displayed his paintings in a friend’s local café; they sold very well (they were flying off the walls). As he continued to paint, his work received glowing accolades and won several awards. During this time, Fred encountered some less than desirable people; owners of an art gallery in Hawaii charged Fred 75% commission for each sale of his paintings! In another situation, his agent robbed him. Ironically after making the news headlines, Fred’s work became very well known in international art circles. “When that news broke, I could walk into any art gallery. It was an awful time, but it put me on the map!” The only reason Fred discovered the fraudulent agent, was due to a friend approaching him and asking, “why do you keep increasing the price of your paintings?” This statement puzzled Fred; “I haven’t changed the price for years, they are still $5,000 each.” “Five thousand dollars?!” exclaimed Fred’s friend. “Do you realize your agent is selling them for $30,000 to $40,000 each?” Needless to say, the agent was giving Fred $5,000 minus the commission and pocketing the rest as personal profit! In this story, we frequently mention the name Fred because this identity is vital to her, yes you read it right---her---story. Once, while his wife was out running errands, Fred was busy putting away the laundry. He picked up a ‘delightful to the touch’ dress and decided to try it on. As he pulled it over his head, he felt

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overlooking the spectacular view of the bay, Las Casitas offers the complete experience. This Valentine’s Day, we invite you to enjoy a romantic dinner and we promise you; romance embodied in a flavor experience, world class views with a spectacular sunset - all designed for you to fall in love with that person you cherish. The Las Casitas by Marriott experience is a unique dining experience that blends flavours, sights and service to create memories that you will cherish for years to come. Marriott Casa Magna invites you to celebrate your love with them.

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ncine Peters shivers run throughout his body. “It was better than any drug for me,” he said. When he finally summoned the courage to tell his wife, he found her to be initially supportive; she even taught him about makeup and showed him how to ‘not walk like a logger.’ However, after two years, the marriage ended; she told Francine, “I have never seen you happier, I love you but do not need a roommate.” In her ‘coming out’ period, Francine was terrified to tell her mother (her father had already passed away). Francine describes her mother as “a little old Scottish lady; five foot nothing with tissues stuffed in her sleeves.” Francine’s worry was unfounded; in response to her news, Francine’s eighty-year-old mother said, “I don’t have one of those Google machines, but I’m going to learn everything I can about transgendered people!” She cried and hugged Francine; “I will love you no matter what.” With tears in her eyes, Francine recalls how several years later, her mother said in passing, “Finally, I have the daughter I always wanted.” Francine was slowly coming full circle. When she disclosed to her daughter, the reaction was less than nonchalant. Her daughter replied with: “Like I never saw that coming!” When her daughter was engaged to be married, Francine told her: “I guess I will have to revert back to being Fred if I want to walk you down the aisle as father of the bride.” The daughters’ response, “What?! NO! You are now Francine and will walk with me as Francine!” On the day of the wedding,

both Francine and her daughter walked down the aisle with both faces beaming with happiness and pride. Francine moved to Puerto Vallarta two and a half years ago. Like many others, she describes Vallarta as a “magical place.” Prior to moving here, she had quit painting for six years; she was burned out—“for fifteen years I produced three hundred paintings per year and all the galleries wanted the same thing.” Today, if you attend charity events, you will most likely see Francine donating her artwork to the cause. Silent auctions for her paintings bring in a healthy amount of money; money which Francine admits she could most certainly use. Despite living peso to peso and barely “making ends meet,” Francine prefers to help others; after all, people helped her and she wants to pay it forward. She tells me about one summer when Danny Mininni of Act II Stages knew Francine was struggling financially. He suggested she display her work on the walls of his theatre; he told her, “I want to see you make it.” She smiles when sharing this story and tells me that “now, every night, hundreds of people can see, and walk by, my work!” This story began with Fred and ends with Francine. As a lonely, solitary young boy, Fred found nothing but enemies and pain. In being true to herself and becoming the woman she was always meant to be, Francine now finds herself with “more family and friends than I ever had in my whole life.” “I may be alone,” she says (not married); “but I am never lonely.”

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Top Ten Shrimp Dishes to Try

astronomy is one of the pillars of Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit and shrimp is one of the most traditional and popular seafood dishes. Here is the quintessential list of the Top Ten Shrimp Dishes. It’s a pity there are only ten spots, though, because shrimp

pate, coconut shrimp, mummy shrimp and breaded shrimp didn’t make the cut… (We’re leaving the names in Spanish so you’ll know what to order!) 10.- Tortitas de Camarón (Shrimp Patties) This is one of the most

popular dishes during Holy Week and Easter during Lent. The dried shrimp patties are bathed in a red sauce made of guajillo chile, chipotle, tomato, garlic and onion, where they swim with chopped nopal cactus and eggs, which are previously fried.

9.-Empanadas de Camarón (Shrimp Turnovers) Everyone knows a turnover and shrimp make their appearance here, too. There are those who only add shrimp, others add cheese with shrimp, and there are others who stuff them with a shrimp casserole made

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of shrimp, tomatoes, onion, serrano chile and cilantro. 8.- Camarones Zarandeados (Smoked Shrimp) The classic zarandeado style is usually reserved for fish, but shrimp and even octopus receive this tasty treatment. The shrimp are sliced in half and then bathed in the secret recipe from each region. 7.- Tamales de Camarón (Shrimp Tamales) Even though these are sold in almost every corner of the bay, they’re tastiest in the central coast and the northern part of the state. Not everyone knows how to make the perfect dough, the exact amount of what chiles, spices and fat to use… it’s an art! 6.- Camarones a la Diabla (Deviled Shrimp) Their name is thanks to their reddish color and spicy flavor. This is one of the simplest and most delicious dishes. Basically you fry the shrimp in butter with salt and pepper to taste, then add ketchup and Huichol sauce, bring to a boil and then enjoy!! 5.- Coctel de Camarón (Shrimp Cocktail) This cocktail is something you’ll find at nearly every seafood restaurant. Some places prepare it cold and others hot. One of the secrets of our recipe is to grind the shrimp heads and add them to the consommé to give it extra flavor. When serving as a cocktail it comes with chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber and green chile as a garnish, plus a squeeze of lime to top it off. 4.- Camarones a la Cucaracha (Cockroach Shrimp) For starters, let’s make it very clear this has nothing at all to do with roaches! This traditional dish is basically crunchy shrimp. You take the fresh shrimp, sprinkle with

flour, salt and pepper then fry until golden and just right. 3.- Ceviche de Camarón (Shrimp Ceviche) The ceviche is closer to the top of the list. This is one of those dishes that aren’t native to the area but to the entire Mexican coast and even in the interior. There are an enormous variety of styles. It can be made with cooked, raw or dried shrimp, and there are special ingredients only limited by the chef’s imagination. Basically, you mix the shrimp with cucumber, onion, tomato and cilantro in lime juice, salted and peppered to taste. 2.- Taxtihuil (Shrimp Stew) This pre-Hispanic dish is originally from the Isla de Mexcaltitan. It’s a thick atole type corn-based stewed, fresh and dried shrimp, plus a mix of chile and spices, to which they add shrimp “meatballs” as a complement. Delicious! 1.Aguachile (No translation!) Even though there’s an actual dispute between Nayarit and Sinaloa as to who created this dish, truth is it’s a regional favorite that you can find all down the coast. The aguachile recipe is very simple: lime, green or serrano chile, garlic, salt and pepper. The sauce is poured over peeled shrimp, onion and cucumber. Then you wait a few minutes and then enjoy the spicy treat! Bonus: Tacos de Camarón (This one’s easy) Whether they’re wrapped in a flour or corn tortilla, au natural or breaded, shrimp tacos can be served every which way and they’re still great. Don’t forget to eat them with a side of mulata sauce, chipotle or cilantro dressing, with sliced cabbage and onion steeped in lime and habanero chiles, or just a simple salsa mexicana.

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Introducing Francisco Partida MAXA Art Exhibit coming up February 14th at Galerias Vallarta By Marcia Blondin marciavallarta@gmail.com

n Valentine’s Day, Francisco Partida will be on hand to open his first art exhibit in Puerto Vallarta. For two weeks, every person entering Galerias Vallarta mall will pass by the artistic expressions of ten contemporary artists – painters and sculptors. Almost all the artists - and the art - comes from Guadalajara, where Francisco studied communications and film making at the University. Francisco has lived in Vallarta for two years now, enjoying our warmer climate and being able to play tennis outdoors almost daily when he is not painting. He is excited to exhibit his own artwork as well as pieces painted and sculpted by friends and

Personaje, 2012, by Jesús Villalpando colleagues. Francisco chose the busiest, most sophisticated shopping mall in town to present MAXA – a Huichol word for deer. Francisco has his eyes on politics having grown up with a Mayor and a State Governor in the family;

Jardín Laurel, 2013 by Francisco Partida he would certainly be an asset in Jalisco given his warmth and kind spirit. The ribbon-cutting will be at 7 pm, February 14, Galerias Vallarta – just inside the main entrance. See you there for Valentine’s Day. See page 24 for more details

Where Is This? Sandra Cesca

ASSOCIATION OF HOMEOWNERS IN CONCHAS CHINAS To all the members of the Association of homeowners in Conchas Chinas. according to the articles of the association and in accordance with the agreement that was approved by unanimous decision, the General Assembly will be held Thursday March 2nd 2017 at 18:30 at the palapa of the Condominio Club Alejandra on Calle Sagitario #379. First call: the meeting will be held with the homeowners attending requiring 51% of the voting members. (A voting member is a homeowner who has paid his 2017 annual fee.) If there is the need for a second call, the meeting will be held with those present, but the actions taken at the meeting will be valid only if they are approved by at least 51% of the voting members. Paid homeowners may give their proxy to a third party who must present the proxy and proof of 2015 paid fees. This assembly will have the following agenda:

ORDINARY GENERAL ASSEMBLY 02 MARCH 2017 ORDER OF THE DAY 1. LIST OF ATTENDANCE / CALL TO ORDER 2. NAME CHAIRMAN, SECRETARY AND VOTE COUNTERS FOR THE ASSEMBLY. 3. PRESENTATION OF 2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 4. PRESIDENT’S REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR JAN. 1 TO DEC. 31, 2016 5. REPORT, DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF ANNUAL INCOME AND EXPENSES STATEMENTS FOR JANUARY 1st to DEC. 31 2016. 6. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR JANUARY 1st to DEC. 31 2017. 7. MAINTENANCE REPORT (INCLUDING GARBAGE ISSUES) – DONALD SULLIVAN. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF MAINTENANCE FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR JAN. 1st TO DEC. 31, 2017. 8. REPORT ON MEMBERSHIP AND DONATION PROJECT- JONI HENRY 9. PRESENTATION AND ELECTION OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR JUNTA VECINAL DE CONCHAS CHINAS 10. SELECTION AND/OR RATIFICATION OF THE SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE TO FORMALIZE MINUTES AT NOTARY PUBLIC. TARI LYNNE SIGMAN SCHOEN, PRESIDENT

Find out on a guided walk around historic Vallarta with Puerto Vallarta Walking Tours. Stroll the cobblestone streets, typical of Spanish Colonial architecture, while absorbing the sights, smells and sounds of daily life. Visit markets, historic buildings, and workshops. Get immersed in the culture while exploring areas you might not find on your own. Photo: Like these wooden boxes, there are many choices of Mexican artisan gifts for your loved ones and friends this February 14. Hearts made of tin, ceramic, glass, wood, gem stones, embroidery and yes, even chocolate…from the artisan’s heart to yours.

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Vibrant Art Collection

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f you have not checked out the Kathleen Carrillo Gallery at 325 Constitucion in Old Town, we highly recommend you do so. The gallery is always open for the Southside Shuffle including this Friday February 10, from 6-10pm. Kathleen’s newest series “How Does Your Garden Grow” is an astonishing collection of women balanced in their own personal power, at the same time completely capable of embracing all of the feminine glory of being a woman. Kathleen shares that she has been doing a series of paintings with the theme of women for her entire career. It is her passion to share and empower the feminine energy in all of us, both men and women. She shares that the collection seems to have hit a nerve in these tumultuous times. These paintings are selling very quickly, some before they are complete. She has two new pieces that have just gone to the printers for scans to be reproduced as hand embellished Giclee prints. Be sure to make this gallery a stop

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on your journeys while you are here in Puerto Vallarta. Hours are 10-5 Monday through Friday and 11-2 Saturdays or by appointment. www.KathleenCarrilloGalleries.com

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The popularity of this incredible show is already soaring! Be sure to reserve early www.IncantoVallarta.com and www.lunarumba.com 322 158 2716 fernanda00008@ hotmail.com

alentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to share the love with friends and family than to visit Vallarta’s new “buy local” market, Mercado Los Mangos. Meet up with your sweetie, take in the beauty of the day, dance to live music and join in the creativity at the children’s crafting tent! Then scoop up all sorts of one-of-a-kind fashions, accessories and pet treats. When you’re ready to dine, check out the “made on site” foods and flavored waters or shop for organic honey, Greek Style yogurt, fermented foods, sauces and dips, sweet and savory baked goods, bread, tortillas and popsicles. Then top off your pre-Valentine’s market day with something truly extraordinary: the divine flavors of Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates, which can only be found at Mercado Los Mangos. Meet Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates Xocodiva’s new owners, Todd and Kathleen Atkins are recent arrivals from Chicago. Todd is a graduate of Callebaut’s Chocolate Academy and plans to devote the same special attention to the artistry, ingredients and flavor that Xocodiva is famous for. From luxurious truffles to creamy caramels, every Xocodiva chocolate is carefully handcrafted in small batches right here in Old Town Vallarta. An elegantly wrapped box of Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates is ideal for those who want to share something extraordinary. Whether

you’re searching for the perfect hostess gift, celebrating a special occasion, or bringing the “Food of the Gods” to a loved one this Valentines, the gift of Xocodiva chocolate will reflect your style and complement your sentiments. The variety of chocolates and confections also make great gifts for those back home. Choose from a selection of hand wrapped bars, almond barks and their famous butter pecan toffee. While shopping in town or for those planning to travel, ice packs are available to ensure that your chocolates arrive home in perfect condition, every time. Mercados Los Mangos is open every Saturday from 9:30am-2pm through the last Saturday in May. It is located at Av. Francisco Villa 1001, just before the turn to Costco. Interested in becoming a vendor? Pick up an application at the information booth on Saturdays. Questions? Email mercadolosmango@gmail.com. For a complete list of library classes, events and services visit bibliotecalosmangos.com.

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Events Calendar Have an event you want to promote? Email the details: Where, When, Who and What by Monday 5pm to Editor(at)VallartaTribune.com to be included in that week’s paper. All events can be found online at www.vallartatribune.com/events NOW ADD YOUR EVENT ONLINE – FREE ONLINE LISTINGS! February 9 Casa Connor Open House New facility donated to Pasitos de Luz 9:00 am to noon Return transportation provided Meet at Sam’s Club at 9:00 am February 13 Medical Matters. Annual day long conference with seminars on health and wellness open to the public. Hosted by Pam Thompson. More information forthcoming. February 14 Free Malecon Sculpture Tour. Meets every Tuesday morning at 9:30am in front of the Millennium Sculpture by the Hotel Rosita on the north end of the Malecon. Meet local artists, learn more about the vibrant artistic community we have in Puerto Vallarta. February 14 IFC Home Tours - Visit 4 stunning Vallarta homes. Leave Sea Monkey Restaurant on the Malecon at 10:30am - 3 Hours. $600 pesos www.toursforvallarta.com February 15 Purr Project Bingo Margarita Grill – Basilio Badillo 5pm Fundraiser for the kitties of Vallarta. 3 bingo cards $100mx

February 15 IFC Home Tours - Visit 4 stunning Vallarta homes. Leave Sea Monkey Restaurant on the Malecon at 10:30am - 3 Hours. $600 pesos www.toursforvallarta.com February 17 Shabbat Services sponsored by the Puerto Vallarta Jewish Community will be held at 6:30 pm at Casa Carmen on Calle Jesus Langarica #129. Email if you can volunteer to read. Join us for dinner following the service. RSVP by Feb 14 PVJC email: helth1@sbcglobal.net

February 22 IFC Home Tours - Visit 4 stunning Vallarta homes. Leave Sea Monkey Restaurant on the Malecon at 10:30am - 3 Hours. $600 pesos www.toursforvallarta.com February 24 Cultural Center on the Isla Cuale – Art Exhibit. One night only Local Mexican and expat students showcase their art starting at 6:30pm. Drinks and appetizers served.

February 19 Puerto Vallarta Chamber Orchestra Concert Featuring George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with virtuoso pianist Rachid Bernal. 5pm at Teatro Vallarta, next to Ley Supermarket.

February 25 American Legion Chili Cook-off – At El Rio BBQ in Paso ANcho, this day of chili and fun raises funds for the many American legion projects. From 1-5pm live music, big crowd. $250 pesos gets you all the chili you can eat, an order of famous El Rio riblets and an agua fresca. Join the party! This is one of the years best events.

February 21 Free Malecon Sculpture Tour. Meets every Tuesday morning at 9:30am in front of the Millennium Sculpture by the Hotel Rosita on the north end of the Malecon. Meet local artists, learn more about the vibrant artistic community we have in Puerto Vallarta.

February 28 Free Malecon Sculpture Tour Meets every Tuesday morning at 9:30am in front of the Millennium Sculpture by the Hotel Rosita on the north end of the Malecon. Meet local artists, learn more about the vibrant artistic community we have in Vallarta.

February 21 IFC Home Tours - Visit 4 stunning Vallarta homes. Leave Sea Monkey Restaurant on the Malecon at 10:30am - 3 Hours. $600 pesos www.toursforvallarta.com

February 28 IFC Home Tours - Visit 4 stunning Vallarta homes. Leave Sea Monkey Restaurant on the Malecon at 10:30am - 3 Hours. $600 pesos www.toursforvallarta.com

February 22 Charity Bingo at Nacho Daddy Cards on sale at 3pm – Bingo starts at 4pm Live music by Stolie from 3-4pm Fundraising for Pasitos de Luz and Colina Spay and Neuter Clinic

February 28 SEX PLEASE, WE’RE SIXTY Dinner Theatre at Langosta Diez Restaurant, La Cruz To benefit Amigos de La Cruz Contact Linda raylin1970@shaw.ca

What: Buffet Dinner and Movie Night Film: “Mr. Hulot´s Holiday,” released in 1953, starring the great Jacques Tati. When: Wednesday, February 8, 2017 6 pm - Drinks and buffet dinner 8 pm - Movie in the villa balboa´s plush screening room - accompanied by freshly popped popcorn, cookies and candy! Where: at the beautiful Villa Balboa, Hwy 200 Puerto Vallarta – www.villabalboa.com Donation: 800 pesos per person To benefit: PEACEAnimals free mobile spay/neuter and education program. Last year, peaceanimals sterilized 5,403 cats and dogs. 100 % of your donation will be given to our spay/neuter/education program. Only 38 tickets for sale at Cassandra Shaw - Basilio Badillo 276

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Farmer’s Markets

ost Farmers Markets run from November through April, though a couple are all year round. Typically they start about 9am and end between 1 and 2pm. Each is a little different and all of them are fabulous!

PUERTO VALLARTA

Saturday 9:00 -2:00pm Olas Altas Market Runs until April 29th in Park Lazaro Cardenas Saturday 9 – 1pm and Wednesday 9-1pm Three Hens and a Rooster Market Year round at Venustiano Carranza 466 in Emiliano Zapata Wednesday and Friday 9 – 1pm Marsol Friday Market by the Pier Year round at Marsol Hotel Lobby in Old Town. Los Mangos Mercado at Los Mangos Library Saturday 9-2pm Marina Vallarta Market Every Thursday evening until the end of April along the boardwalk in Marina Vallarta. 6-10pm

NUEVO VALLARTA

Tuesday 9-2pm Riviera Nayarit Farmers’ Market Parking lot at the Business Center; Saturday 9-2pm Tianguis Artesanal Nuevo Vallarta in the Marina Nuevo Vallarta

BUCERIAS

Wednesday 9 - 1 pm Forever Spring along Lazaro Cardenas

LA CRUZ

Sunday 10-2pm La Cruz Sunday Market - over 200 vendors. The Bay’s largest market along the Marina Riviera Nayarit

SAYULITA & SAN PANCHO

Friday 10-2pm Mercado del Pueblo on Revolucion Street in Sayulita. Great market with many venders available only here. Much is organic and local. Tuesdays 10-2pm Mercado del Sol in San Pancho at the Plaza del Sol

LO DE MARCOS, GUAYABITOS, CHACALA AND LA PEÑITA

Saturday 9-2pm The Tianguis Lo de Marcos is held on Luis Echeverría street Saturday 9-1pm The Chacala Cultural Market in the main Plaza. (Opening Nov.19) Monday 8-1pm Guayabitos Market on the main plaza in town Thursday 8-1pm La Peñita Market on its main plaza.

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Guests and Other Alien Visitors by Virginia Fox v@vcfox.net

Virginia Fox is a Writer, Performer, Producer and Storyteller. Her free flying fictional stories share a slice of life with a humorous twist. She is currently working on an anthology of her fondest memories, “Moon Lady’s Wild Rides.”

love having friends visit us in Puerto Vallarta and at other travel jewels Cal and l discover. Sharing our lives with others can be a perfect fit. Guests have such a great time, they can’t wait to return. Other times, the visit is a total misfit. The parade you thought would give them lasting memories, is “too ethnic.” The Mexican cuisine you crave, gives them heartburn. Your best friend from home becomes your worst nightmare. These are some of my favorite misfit tales. --------------------------------We’re out for dinner one night with Sam and Anna, a couple we’ve known for years. Sam comes from a small Iowa farm town with glowing global experiences visiting Navy ports. Determined to get his body back in shape for an upcoming hike with his grandson, Sam walks the Malecon every day, climbing the hills and rejoicing at his daily fitness app report. “Look at that guy over there,” he says directing us to a very guapo young man with muscled arms bulging out of gaping tanktop armholes. “He’s amazing!” Sam spontaneously jumps up from our table and goes over to the guy who looks like his body has been photoshopped. “I think your body is amazing,” I hear Sam say, “You must work out a lot. What do you do?” The buff guy’s body language expresses zero interest in this attractive grey haired man hitting on him. Sam quickly returns to our table. “What did he say?” Cal asks, suppressing his laughter. “He said, ‘I don’t do anything. It’s just natural.’ He didn’t want to talk.” Later that night we all have a good laugh welcoming Sam to a new world. --------------------------------Last month our dear friend, Alicia, and her husband visited us from Los Angeles. Time together is always harmonious providing we lovingly accommodate Alicia’s needs for the perfect mattress, perfect sound

levels, and perfect restaurant table. “I found this place that looks perfect,” she emails, referring to a condo they rented in El Posado for a week. A charming studio, beachfront views and a small balcony, it might suit their week’s getaway. The day after their arrival, Alicia is clearly pissed off. “I can’t believe what happened. I looked at the clock and it was 12:30 AM. The noise was so loud below us I couldn’t sleep. I put on my coat over my nightgown and went downstairs. I found the Manager and asked him to “turn down the music.” I’m sorry for Alicia, but I know the futility of her plea. “You were in your nightgown?” I envision partying Mexicans confronted by a Gringa in a nightie saying she was having trouble sleeping. “What did he say?” “He said he had a permit till 2 AM. They were having a staff posada. I won’t stay here again and I won’t eat at the restaurant.” She finds new places every year and the next year she was sure she’d found the perfect match in a luxury hill condo. “How’s it going? Good nights sleep?” I ask after her first night. “We love it, but there’s a rooster

nearby!” Close the doors and windows and put in your ear plugs,” I beg. “And don’t listen.” --------------------------------“If you want a real guest challenge, plan a destination wedding for your son,” confides Miranda. Wanting to give everyone a magical week of memories, Miranda rents a premier villa high in the hills. Five bedrooms, sweeping views, two swimming pools and a staff to attend to everyone’s whims. The bride, Marcella, arrives from New York like a royal princess with a matched set of Louis Vuitton suitcases and a daunting list of demands. “Our first meeting with the caterer went like a bad dress rehearsal,” says Miranda. “Marcella hates the color of the dinner table linens and wants the menu a mirror image of New York’s Tavern on the Green. She’s convinced her Vera Wang wedding dress will not be properly ironed. And she predicts she’ll lose her balance walking the terrace red carpet in stiletto shoes higher than the Church of Gualalupe.”

“We need to talk,” Miranda tells her future daughter-in-law sitting her down after two days. “Marcella slings her left leg over the chair, a clear indication she has no interest in what she might say. Her son asked to have a list of jobs for her to help. Her only desire was drinking chai tea he brought to her and batting her long fake eyelashes at him as he called her ‘sweet pea.’ Marcella complains, cries, and says our villa is up too high and we drink too much.” She was late making her regal wedding entrance with an adoring crowd and setting sun as her backdrop. “Lovely” Marcella commented the day after, smiling for the first time. Acceptance is one thing I shall try to do,” says Miranda. “Praying for my son is another.” --------------------------------“Come on down to Vallarta,” Helena and Patrick urge their Italian tennis friends, Gianna and Luca, believing they’ll never step foot in Mexico. “ We’ve got a contemporary villa with several bedrooms and a nearby club with tennis courts.” Four months later and Helena gets an email from Gianna. “We’re arriving on Saturday

the sixth and we’ll be with you for a week. They arrive with oversize suitcases and enough health and beauty products to last a month. “We know we can’t get anything we need in Mexico,” they say. Restaurant reservations are made at high rated Trip Advisor favorites with menus featuring food they’ll recognize and waiters who will understand their English. Helena hires a maid for the week ensuring quality breakfast, lunches, plus appetizers and drinks for Happy Hours. The normally good sport tennis matches are dominated by the couple’s volatility and mutual rage for each other. “You bitch, you missed the shot. We’ll lose.” “The soundtrack in the villa is not the crashing surf, or Flamenco music. It’s Luca and Gianna bickering day and night. One night after waiting an hour for them to show up at happy hour, Gianna appears by herself, obviously after an afternoon of umbrella drinks. “Where’s Luca?” we ask. “We’re going to be late for our VIP chef dinner.” “Oh, he fell and he’s resting,” says Gianna, inhaling her favorite martini. “He may have broken his back.” “What?” a shocked Patrick asks. “How did he do this? “”He fell off the balcony in front of our suite,” answers Gianna. “Let’s get him to the hospital,” Patrick urges. “Oh no, he’ll be fine,” says Gianna. “I don’t want to be late for dinner.” At 3AM, Gianna knocks on Patrick and Helena’s door. “I think we should take Luca to the hospital. He’s probably broken his back.” Luca is admitted with a broken back and stays overnight after getting fitted with a cast. The next morning Gianna doesn’t want to miss her tennis match. “Luca’s fine. We’ll pick him up later.” She plays a wickedly competitive game, then picks Luca up who’s been waiting two hours. “ Where can I get the best gel manicure?” Gianna asks Helena. They meet two mutual girlfriends at the nail salon and as they leave, one friend whispers to Helena: “We’re not surprised Luca fell over the balcony. He probably wanted to fly. Just another accident, most likely with alcohol involved!” --------------------------------We invite them, we entertain them, we share our magical lives, and as they leave, we often breathe a sigh of relief.

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100% organic and locally grown

t Organic Love it’s possible to eat both the most delicious and exciting flavours and still feel confident that you are consuming 100% natural ingredients. In this little smoothie bar and organic kitchen with big ambitions, located in the quiet fishing village of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, owner Alef has made a promise to present a tasty, healthy and nutritional choice to anyone who ventures into the village. Alef is very pleased to offer an almost 100% organic and locally grown menu, from the flour in the

bread to the milk in the coffee, everything in her kitchen is organic. This newly opened restaurant offers breakfasts, lunch and dinner with ingredients based on vegetarian principles, with a range from ovo-lacto to pure vegan, all with a high level of ingenuity and without ever compromising flavour. Perhaps most well-known for their large variety of fresh drinks, smoothies, juices and homemade kombucha, as well as a variety of coffee drinks both hot and cold, they also serve a complete breakfast. Organic eggs from a ranch close by provides the all natural ingredient for their breakfast menu, or maybe you would prefer homemade toasted bread with organic cream cheese and marmalade or organic yogurt. A little later in the day they make sandwiches with a mix of pickled and fresh vegetables, another deli-

cious dish offered is a fusion of an Italian pesto and spirals of lightly fried zucchini. This dish is a favourite among the regulars because it’s a truly vegan alternative to eating a pasta. Three nights a week they offer a special dinner, four courses with seasonal ingredients. You will be treated to an appetizer, soup or a salad, the main plate and a dessert to finish the meal. And of course the most delicious food you have ever tasted because it has been loved and cared for since it was a seed in the ground. Look no further for something to satisfy your sweet tooth. There is an ever changing selection of desserts, cakes and cookies, oftentimes vegan and gluten-free or even sugar-free. Be sure to visit this charming new dining spot to learn even more about their efforts. Easy to find they are located in La Cruz just across from Philo’s Real Estate Office Delfín #14 in La Cruz or visit them at www.facebook.com/ OrganicFoodwithLove

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The Social Event of the Season

t’s time to get excited as we welcome of the return of The Taste of Lo de Marcos for its Fourth annual Fundraising Event in Lo De Marcos. The Taste of Lo De Marcos will be held Sunday, the 19th of February with a Kermes (a party to raise funds) from 3:00 until 8:00 pm at the Centro de Fiestas Los Delfines, Luis Echeverria #9, Lo de Marcos, (just east of the town plaza). This is the same location that hosts the Tianguis Lo De Marcos each Saturday from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. The Centro de Fiestas will be transformed on Sunday the 19th of February for this Gala Event — The 4th Annual Taste of Lo De Marcos! The event will feature LIVE music from 3:30 until closing. With a Special VIP Section where seats may be reserved In advance for just $100.00 pesos each. Caravane will open with World music from 3:30 to 5:30 The talented Rumba Flamenco Guitar duo of Latcho and Andrea will delight the crowd from 6:00 until 8:00. Latcho and Andrea’s wild, untamed Gypsy style has been compared to The Gipsy Kings, Ottmar Liebert, Jesse Cook and Willie and Lobo. Hang on to your hats folks, this is going to be an event to enjoy!

A tip to the wise … your dancing shoes might also be called for. In addition to the music, the event features foods from restaurants located in the pueblo of Lo De Marcos with meals and snacks ranging from casual to five star dining and several artisan booths with unique handcrafted items for purchase. This year, Taste is proud to feature an extensive selection of handicrafts from Artesanías Ometepec who will make this trip from their home state of Guerrero to share with all of Riviera Nayarit the unique crafts indigenous to their area. The proceeds of the event will be donated equally to The Amigos de Lo de Marcos, A.C. who provide service and funding for many of the non-profit groups in this coastal town and to Citizens Actions Committee of Lo De Marcos who is responsible for organizing the traditional and cultural events of the year — such as religious festivities and government Holidays. We encourage you all to come on out to support this worthy cause and have a whole lot of fun at the same time. Reservations for seating can be made in advance by emailing GalvanRealEstate4@gmail.com or calling 327 275 0233.

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February’s Entertainment is ‘Smoking Hot’ at Luna Lounge Bucerias By Debbie White

he phenomenal season of ‘smoking hot’ entertainment continues in February at Luna Lounge with some new tribute acts, along fabulous encore performances. Starting off the month, Michael Dankert brought his incredible Roy Orbison Tribute, featuring songs like, “Pretty Woman,” “Only the Lonely,” “It’s Over” and “Crying.” All three shows were big hits! On Sunday and Monday, February 5 and 6, AbbaMania thrilled us with the greatest hits from the international musical phenomena, Abba. The Rod Stewart Show debuts at Luna Lounge on Thursday and Friday, February 9 and 10. Doug Varty presents the exciting music and persona of this British legend. Doug’s New Year’s Eve Brian Adams Tribute was a huge hit with the audience, so don’t miss his high-energy, professional tribute to Rod Stewart. Thursday is sold

out, but there are still tickets for Friday available. International headliner, Dwight Blake, performs Memories of Motown on Saturday, February 11. Dwight has performed at Luna Lounge for several seasons and is always a favorite with his spectacular Motown sound. Joining Dwight will be his incredible band, The Funk Brothers. The February 11 show is sold out, but we hope there will be another show added for March. On Sunday, February 12, the fabulous Amberly Beatty returns

with When Girls Ruled! This show features the music and persona of stars like Patsy Cline, Brenda Lee, Connie Francis and more. On Monday, February 13, Amberly will present an encore of her Patsy Cline Tribute Show. This is one of best shows Luna Lounge offers! On Wednesday, February 15, Luna Lounge heads north to GUayabitos to present the Patsy Cline Tribute in conjunction with The Piña Colada Restaurant. Go to lunaloungebucerias.com to purchase tickets or see Linda Gibbs at Casita De La Peñita to

pay cash for tickets. Stay tuned for more great Luna Lounge shows in Guayabitos to be announced. Don’t miss Samira, who is back this season on Thursday and Friday, February 16 and 17 with her high energy show, Truly Tina. She’ll show you some action with her impressive dancing and singing of Tina Turner favorites. This is a truly superb show! The Dozen Divas Show debuts at Luna Lounge on Saturday, February 18 with a tribute to twelve amazing musical stars presented by Dorothy Bishop. With quick costume changes and dead-on impersonations, you’ll definitely want to see this Vegas style performance! The Cher Show, Believe, lights up the stage on Sunday and Monday, February 19 and 20, presenting Kara Chandler, who looks and sounds like the real Cher! This should be a real crowd pleaser! On Thursday, February 23, Dave LaFame returns as Tom Jones. Last season, The Tom

Jones Show was an outstanding show! You›ll love the way Dave reminds you of this sexy star! Danny B, Canada’s Master of the Blues, brings his entertaining show to the venue on Saturday, February 25. And on Monday, February 27, see The Best of Bobby Darrin, starring Dave LaFame. You’ll hear all the hits and have all the fun of a Bobby Darrin concert! Don’t miss any of the exciting tribute shows each week through the end of March. Every Tuesday and Wednesday night starting at 7 pm, Luna Lounge features the allnew Crazy Bitches (drag) dinner show with Miss Diva Divine and her gals! Get your tickets soon, since most dinner shows sell out quickly! Visit lunaloungebucerias.com to book your tickets or send an email to: hugh@lunaloungebucerias. com if you have any questions.

Luna Lounge is located at Av. Mexico #27, Bucerías, Nayarit. Tel. 329-298-324

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San Pancho Music Fun on the Festival is celebrating Riviera Nayarit its 17th Year

Cat Morgan www.rivieranayaritfun.com Cat@RivieraNayaritFun.com Hey Everybody! Valentine’s Day is this Tuesday; a day for lovers and loved ones. The first Valentine’s Day associated with romance was back in jolly ole’ England during the 18th century when the tradition of courtly love flourished throughout the lands. Love was expressed with flowers and greeting cards. Remember creating Valentine’s Day cards in grade school? Throughout Europe, Saint Valentine’s keys were a romantic symbol given as an invitation to unlock the givers heart, and to children to ward off epilepsy, known back then as “Saint Valentine’s Malady”. The tradition carries on today with flowers, gifts, hearts and going out for a special romantic meal. There are certainly plenty of places to go for Valentine’s Day on the Banderas Bay and Riviera Nayarit. Choose your favorite place. Be sure to make a reservation as many restaurants and tours are getting booked up. As a reminder, Sonny Davis will be holding a FREE CONCERT at the La Cruz Marina Amphitheater on Valentine’s Day! If you enjoy going to Sunday Mass, the Catholic Church located in the Bucerias town square, “Nuestra Senora la Paz” has changed their schedule. The new schedule beginning February 12 is: 8:30 am Children, 10:00 am Readings in English, 12:00 Baptisms after Mass, 6:30 pm & 8:30 pm Mass. FUNRAISERS…. It’s always a WIN-WIN! Rhythm and Ribs Fundraiser event is on February 18. This is the big fundraiser for the nonprofit organization for the children of Bahia de Banderas, Manos de Amor. They really need volunteers now! Volunteers please contact atmilling@gmail.com. Thank you! John Ozzello Memorial Food Bank and Humanitarian Aid Tickets for our Happy Days Sock Hop are now available for

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purchase at YoYo Mo’s. Purchase your tickets soon before they are gone! This is going to be a fun filled afternoon listening to hits from the 50’s performed by Cinco Elimentos (Enlace 5). Doors open at 4pm with the show starting at 5pm. Cost is 200 pesos person. Prizes for the best dressed! Carnival at La Cruz Town Plaza Saturday, February 11 at 6pm Everyone is getting together to raise funds for the new library at the La Cruz elementary school. It’s a good time for all of us to turn up in big numbers to show support for the community. Each classroom will have a food booth and a game booth. LET’S DO THIS! La Cruz Amigos Fundraisers SEX PLEASE, WE’RE SIXTY Dates: FEBRUARY 28, MARCH 1, 5, 7, 8- 2017 TIMES: Four evening performances, one matinee on Sunday, March 5, Location: Restaurante Langosta Diez, La Cruz Centro, Ticket Pricing: front row table reserved 800 MXN, General table 500 MXN, theatre seating 250 MXN. Proceeds benefit Amigos de La Cruz de Huancaxtle, A.C. For tickets email: w w w. a m i g o s d e l a c r u z . o rg

Volunteers are needed! “Tired of sitting around the pool, or lazing on the beach?.....want to help our Mexican community? For everyone who likes to volunteer a little, maybe once or twice, we have just the opportunity for you to give a little of your time to make the world a little better. Amigos de La Cruz needs help promoting and working at the upcoming community theatre event and all for charity, helping our less fortunate neighbours and children.” There are no selling tickets! To volunteer please contact: Linda Randall at: raylin1970@ shaw.ca Or Patricia Spencer at: spencerp@live.ca Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! Spend your time with the ones you love. Call your mother every week! Not only on Valentine’s Day or her birthday!

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nce again San Pancho will be hosting their 3-day Music Festival, now in its 17th year. The Festival will be held Friday, February 24 through Sunday, February 26 in San Pancho’s Plaza del Sol. As in recent years the Festival will feature regional, national and international artists on two alternating stages providing continuous entertainment. The event will begin at 5pm each day, with performances up until 11pm each night. Restaurants and food vendors will be operating at the event so attendees can dine and enjoy refreshments without missing any of the performances. Tables and chairs will be available for those that arrive early. However, festival seating has been customary over the years, so it is recommended that the public bring their own chairs or blankets. The festival began in 2001 in the backyard of a local resident, and has since grown into one of the most popular music events in the region featuring well over 25 groups and 100 musicians, that

cover the gamut of musical genres, and traditions each year. Along with the generous donations by attendees, the Music Festival is entirely supported by the gracious contributions of local musicians and international recording artists, and by the local residents of San Pancho who volunteer their time to help host this popular event. Donations are encouraged, but there is no intent for the Festival to profit from the performances. Tax deductible donations can be made online via the Chacala Cultural Foundation at: http://www.chacalaculturalfoundation.org. Additionally, proceeds from sales of music and video CD’s go directly to the performing artists. A schedule of performing artists and show times will be published on the website shortly before the beginning of the Festival. The public has two resources for current Festival news and information: facebook.com/ sanpanchomusicfestival sanpanchomusicfest. wordpress.com

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Living In La Cruz Cindy Bouchard

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Explorer, Advocate and Editor: Madeline Milne

ur nine-month ‘sabbatical’ had my hubby and I enamored with all things Mexico… we were delighted to happen upon a most fabulous event at the trade and convention centre in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Booths bursting with Mexicana, flamenco music, girls in colourful traditional dress and happy informative speakers; all sharing about why vacationing, investing or living in Mexico need not be a dream! Having recently invested in and committed to living in Mexico we were delighted to know people presenting there. We had to know who was behind this marvelous event called Mexi-Go! We learned it was Madeline Milne. I had to share, beyond the editorial, this amazing woman who so generously champions all that we love of Vallarta-Nayarit and who also decided to make it home. A rare opportunity to reimagine her life presented itself and Madeline took it! Moving to Mexico in 2011, first in Bucerias, a brief stint in Ajijic and then making Puerto Vallarta her home ever since. Why here? “Vallarta is a great mix of modern and traditional Mexico with an expat experienced public service sector. It’s close enough to Vancouver, Canada for quick flights home and offers easy access to explore the rest of Mexico. The mountains and the bay are similar to what I left in Vancouver and it feels comfortable.” Before Mexico, Madeline had a nice house in a good neighbourhood and a fancy job title. She traveled regularly and wanted for little, but she worked all the time and when wasn’t working was ‘stuck in traffic’. As often in a North American home, her son was in daycare more than he was at home. Madeline told me, “I thought Mexico would bring more personal freedoms, and in many ways it has.” Her son has become fluent in Spanish and has a broader understanding of the world. “He

went through some challenges and came out on the other side stronger for them. (He might disagree in this moment but I think in the future he will be appreciative of the opportunities.)” Her role as Editor of the Vallarta Tribune happened by total fluke in March 2013. “I was getting my nails done and picked up a copy of the Tribune. It was atrocious. Clearly they were taking Spanish articles and using Google Translate to publish them in English. Nothing made sense. A friend mentioned they were looking for a new editor and I called the next day… I was hired on the spot and was basically handed the newspaper with nothing more than a handshake and a ‘Good Luck!’” Madeline oversees the content of the newspaper. She appreciates being informed and involved in local and national events and learning something new each week. “The best is when I get wonderful emails from readers and advertisers thanking me for the Tribune and what it has brought them. The readership of the Tribune is a mix of snowbirds, expats and tourists. We’re in all the major markets from Mismaloya to Sayulita and since we reach a broad range of people I think it’s important to have more than just what’s happening in Old Town.” Madeline shares her goals for the newspaper: “I want to make the paper more inclusive for all the communities we have in Vallarta-Nayarit. We offer positive, intelligent information about Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and Mexico. I think it’s important for those who visit to have a better understanding of Mexico and all it offers. I try to educate people through story. This country inspires me. It has so many edges and smooth parts. It’s colourful and bold and noisy. It’s also diverse and has this incredible depth of history and culture. The natural beauty and the creative beauty I see here, everyday, inspires me.” In her down time Madeline explores the countryside. She points her car in any direction but west and goes for a couple hours

until she finds a new paradise on earth. “There are so many great places to explore just a few hours from the city.” There’s not many places she hasn’t been to and she has tons of experience traveling the back roads. Feel free to ask her for advice on your next road trip. Everyone knows Mexico is famous for its food. In the bay, seafood reigns king and Bucerias is the place to go for the freshest catch of the day. When guest are in town, Lagostinas on Playa Los Muertos has consistently good food and that million-dollar view. She also recommends, “Joe Jack’s Fish Shack has the best mojito’s and is great for groups; Los Alcatraces by Costco has excellent Mexican breakfasts; Yeo for sushi; Los Patrones in Pitillal for the world’s biggest quesadillas, and an abuela close to her house makes the most delicious birria; perfect for hangovers,” she confides. Many expats come to Mexico and focus on charity work. Madeline has no one favourite cause but she does have a parade of rescue dogs (and the occasional kitten) through her doors. “Until recently I found myself too busy to commit to something regularly so I support a number of charities. RISE and Corazon de Niña are worthy organizations; the PVSPCA and PEACEAnimal Clinic have done amazing work in recent years to alleviate animal suffering. Pasitos de Luz and the new Casa Connor need all the help we can give. IFC helps the community both Mexican and Expat in so many ways.” Development and change are touchy subjects to those of us who love ‘authentic’ Mexico. What changes has Madeline seen in her

years in Mexico, “The number of people who are traveling to Vallarta-Nayarit is the biggest change. When I arrived the country was still suffering from the effects of the US recession, swine flu and bad press. People and businesses were hurting. Now we’ve seen tourism practically double and the area is thriving. It’s been an inspiring change to witness. And a lot of kudos has to go to the efforts of the Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit tourism boards in changing people’s perceptions. ” As always, I ask if you had a magic wand, what would your wish be for Vallarta five years from now and beyond? “I hope that Vallarta and the area can find some balance between unbridled growth and sliding backwards. It would be my wish that the natural beauty of this area is better protected and that infrastructure is improved to benefit all who call this area home.” Why vacation here? “It has something for everyone. You can do nothing, lie by the pool and

sip margaritas or you can get as adventurous as you’d like. Adventures include dining, shopping, playing on the water, in the mountains and in all the little towns, each offering something unique.” Why move here? “Aside from the great weather and affordable prices, the path has been laid. Moving to the PV area in particular is fairly straightforward because so many have paved the way. The government and service industry understand the needs of the expat community. Anything you need is found here. And it’s a great jumping off point for exploring the rest of Latin America, as well as traveling back to the US or Canada.” On your journeys around town, promise me, if you see Madeline, give her a great big thank you for all she does for so many!

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rupo Vidanta’s Azur Bistro is new on the list this year, increasing the number of the Destination’s AAA Four- and Five-Diamond hotels and restaurants to twenty-two. The American Automobile Association (AAA) announced the winners of the AAA Diamonds Awards on January 27, 2017. These awards are considered the most important of their kind in North America with respect to luxury service and high standard levels for tourism-related establishments. “It’s vital for the Riviera Nayarit to maintain its gains within the AAA program,” said Marc Murphy, Managing Director of the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau. “It’s also impressive that we’ve been able to increase the number of awards every year. Congratulations to the winning hotels and restaurants and thank you for enriching our destination!” In 2017, the Riviera Nayarit kept the awards for its 15 hotels and increased the number of restaurants to seven. This year’s news is the inclusion of Grupo Vidanta’s Azur Bistro Restaurant, making for a grand total of 22 hotels and restaurants with AAA Four or Five Diamond awards in the destination.

All of the establishments with the awards are located in Nuevo Vallarta, Flamingos, Punta de Mita and Punta Mita. Below is the complete list: AAA Five Diamond Hotels Grand Luxxe Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort AAA Four Diamond Hotels Dreams Villamagna Nuevo Vallarta Grand Sirenis Matlali Hills Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta Hotel Cinco Iberostar Playa Mita Marival Residences & World Spa RIU Palace Pacifico Grand Bliss Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Grand Mayan Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Villa La Estancia Riviera Nayarit Casa de Mita AAA Five Diamond Restaurants Carolina de The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort AAA Four Diamond Restaurants Aramara de Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita Azur Bistro de Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Epazote de Grand Luxxe Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta Frida de Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit Lucca de Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit Piaf de Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

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hat was certainly an exciting Super Bowl Sunday with a nerve-wracking come from behind victory for the New England Patriots. We are happy to report that Tescalama was completely booked by the Friday before Super Bowl Sunday. Nonetheless we were able to accommodate all the last minute walk-ins and a great time was had by all. The New England fans celebrated and the Atlanta fans drowned their sorrows. As we say here at Tescalama, “Win or lose, have some booze!” It was also unanimous, all agreed that with the great TVs, the ocean views, the open air, the gentle breeze and the great food and drink, Tescalama is the place to watch sports or just have a drink and a meal. Lost in the Superbowl weekend, the 2017 PGA tour kicked off in Phoenix. This weekend we have the Pebble Beach Pro Am. Always good for some great golf and good laughs. For the golfers play a round then come on by and have a round! For the surfers, we streamed the Volcom Pipe Pro. Amazing performances in heavy waves as viewed in hi-def on big screen TVs! The World Surf League Champion Tour starts in March. Speaking of March, Madness is on the way. March Madness

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begins on Selection Sunday, March 12. Come on by and cheer for the good old school! For all the romantics out there (and isn’t everyone?) Tescalama shows its softer side on February 14. We promise to turn off the sports, light up some candles and play the right kind of music. Make a reservation today for Valentine’s Day! Remember we still have Zoe Wood every Thursday. Tony and Jesus (Chuy) continue to serve the great food prepared by Christian and his crew. Looking forward to seeing you!

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role himself. He was finally offered $350,000 for the script rights by a studio, but they had their own casting ideas for the lead role, including Robert Redford and Burt Reynolds. Sylvester refused to sell unless he played the lead role and eventually, after a substantial budget cut to compromise, it was agreed he could be the star. “Rocky” (1976) would go on to be nominated for ten Academy Awards, including Best Actor and Best Original Screenplay. The film went on to win the Oscar for Best Picture, Best Directing and Best Film Editing. Sylvester then made his directorial debut and starred in the 1978 film “Paradise Alley”, a family drama in which he played one of three brothers who enter the world of wrestling. In 1979 Sylvester wrote, directed and starred in his first sequel, “Rocky II” which would go on to be a box office hit making $200 million. He continued his box office success with Rocky and wrote, directed, and starred in two more sequels to the

series: Rocky III (1982) and Rocky IV (1985). In 1981 Sylvester also starred alongside Michael Caine in “Escape to Victory”, a sports drama in which he plays a prisoner of war involved in a Nazi propaganda soccer game. Then in 1982, Sylvester found his second major franchise success, starring as Vietnam vet John Rambo, in the action-war film “First Blood” (1982). The first Rambo was both a critical and box office success. Three sequels, “Rambo: First Blood Part II” (1985), “Rambo III” (1988) and “Rambo” (2008), would be solid box office gold. 1990 saw the fifth installment of the Rocky franchise, “Rocky V”. This film was considered a box office disappointment. After making a couple of disastrous comedy films “Oscar” (1991) and “Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot” (1992), Sylvester got back to the action scene with the hit “Cliffhanger” (1993). Also in 1993, Sylvester co-starred with Wesley Snipes in the futu-

ristic action film “Demolition Man”, which earned over$158 million worldwide. His string of hits continued with 1994’s “The Specialist” with over $170 million worldwide. Sylvester then appeared in the thriller “Assassins” (1995) with Julianne Moore and Antonio Banderas. Then after a string of flops and taking a three year break, Sylvester made a comeback in 2006 with the sixth Rocky “Rocky Balboa”, which was a critical and commercial hit. Not until 2010 would Sylvester have another hit with “The Expendables”. He wrote, directed and starred in the movie and costarred fellow action stars Dolph Lundgren, Mickey Rourke, Eric Roberts, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and cameos by fellow ‘80s action icons Bruce Willis and Arnold Schwarzenegger. In 2012, “The Expendables 2” would again be a hit with the addition of Jean-Claude Van Damme and Chuck Norris to the cast. “The Expendables 3” was released in 2014. The returning cast also added Wesley Snipes, Antonio Banderas, Mel Gibson and Harrison Ford. In 2013, Sylvester starred in the action thriller “Escape Plan”, along with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Robert De Niro. In 2015, Sylvester again brought us his role of Rocky Balboa in a spin-off-sequel film, “Creed”, which focused on the son of his deceased friend/rival, Apollo Creed. The film, received critical acclaim for portraying the iconic boxer for the seventh time and brought him his third Oscar nomination, this time for Best Supporting Actor. While Sylvester Stallone has never been a fan of mainstream film critics nor the Hollywood movie purists, he has always managed to entertain us and always gave us value for the price of admission. Fred Jacobs is a full time resident of Puerto Vallarta and the author of three books.

and Michelle for spending their Saturday at the SPCA table.” Come and spend a rewarding We got this report from Mark afternoon cuddling the animals at McCoy at the farmers market: The Puerto Vallarta’s SPCA Sanctuary. best news is that I believe we set Our dogs and cats are awaiting a new record at the SPCA table for “forever homes” and your help is donations and sales of merchandise. needed to jump start their socializaRob and Eric from Calgary tion. The goal is to get these animals dropped off a Thank You card adjusted and ready to interact in the from Mr. Bean (Senor Frijoles in real world. The majority of the SPCA Spanish). Mr. Bean was adopted animals either come from extremely from the SPCA one year ago and abusive situations or they have been now lives in Calgary. Thanks to abandoned. Your love and attention Rob and Eric for bringing Mr. Bean’s can make up for that sad history. $1500 peso donation. During your visit, you can interact Thanks to our volunteers Brian with the animals and even take a

dog (or two or three) for a walk. Reservations to visit the sanctuary need to be made in advance. To make a reservation, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com. We appreciate any donations you can bring for our rescues and also please feel free to bring treats for sanctuary staff as they truly appreciate it. To see our animals available for adoption, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/spcapv. Go to Photos where you will also find individual Albums for all the animals available as well as a bit of their history. Please be aware that our adoption fee within Mexico is

$1,500 pesos. To make donations via PayPal, select the “Donate” option on our Facebook page www.facebook. com/spcapv or on our website at http://spcapv.com/donate/. You can drop off any donations for the SPCA at Hacienda San Angel located at Calle Miramar 336, above Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in El Centro. Get involved…rescue, adopt, foster, volunteer, donate or educate. You can learn more about the SPCA Puerto Vallarta by checking us out at www.spcapv.com/home or on Facebook.

Sylvester Stallone Action Actor By Fred Jac0bs

ichael Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone was born on July 6, 1946 in the Hell’s Kitchen area of New York City. His father was Frank Stallone Sr, a hairdresser and his mother is Jackie Stallone, who has rode Sylvester’s’ coat tails and was a wrestling promoter and more recently became a reality TV celebrity. Jackie had complications during labor and as a result, the doctor was forced to use two pairs of forceps during his birth. The misuse of these accidentally severed a nerve and caused paralysis in parts of Sylvester’s face. As a result, the lower left side of his face is paralyzed including parts of his lip, tongue, and chin. The accident resulted in Sylvester’s trademark snarling look and slightly slurred speech. His father moved the family to Washington, D.C. in the early 1950s, where he opened a beauty school, while Jackie opened a women’s gymnasium called Barbella’s. Sylvester’s parents divorced when he was nine and he lived with his mother. When Sylvester was sixteen, he was getting very bad grades in school, so his father got him a summer job at his beauty salon as punishment. Sylvester would later be sent to Philadelphia to go to Charlotte Hall Military Academy, in hopes of disciplining him. This seemed to work and Sylvester would eventually get into the University of Miami. While there, Sylvester became inte-

rested in acting. After University, he headed back to his native New York City to pursue a career in acting. Sylvester quickly found out what a hard world acting was to get started into. In a state of desperation after being evicted from his apartment and sleeping for three weeks in the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City, Sylvester answered a casting call for a softporn film called “The Party at Kitty and Stud’s” (1970) (aka “The Italian Stallion”). He was paid $200 dollars for the two days’ work. Between 1969 and 1975, Sylvester only managed to land small bit parts. In March of 1975, Sylvester saw the Muhammad Ali/ Chuck Wepner fight and Sylvester decided to take his fate into his own hands. He went home after watching the fight, and after 20 straight hours, he had written the script for what would become his big break. Sylvester then attempted to sell the script to multiple studios, with the intention of playing the lead

SPCA of Puerto Vallarta by Janice Gonzalez

e are all very excited about our upcoming fundraiser “Beauty and the Beast” on the 8th. All sold out. Incredible art, jewelry, fashion, accessories, etc. will be on view and available for sale and as part of our silent auction. Several of our “beasts” will be prancing around saying hello to all the guests as this is a celebration of the sanctuary opening five years ago.

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Future Event? Have you got a wedding anniversary coming up or a big birthday? Why not rent a gorgeous, multi-roomed house overlooking the bay where you can watch the sun sink into the ocean with your family and friends. Split between a few families, the cost can beat hotels and resorts. To check out what it could be like, take an IFC Home Tour. The tours visit four fabulous homes and, while some are not for rent, others may be. In any event you get to see interesting houses in different parts of Puerto Vallarta and you have our knowledgeable docents to answer your questions on living in Vallarta, the properties that you’ll be walking around and, if required, the meaning

of life. Kidding! Tours leave the Sea Monkey Restaurant, which is on the beach at Aquiles Serdan at 10:30 on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings and last about three hours. Seats on the comfortable, air-conditioned buses go fast so it’s best to buy your tickets ($600 pesos) online at www.ifctoursforvallarta. com or at the IFC office, which is on Insurgentes above the HSBC bank, a few days before you want to go. Tours last about three hours and require the ability to walk on cobbled streets and to climb quite a few stairs so make sure you wear appropriate shoes. All of the profits from the Home Tours are used by the International Friendship Club (IFC) to pay for its cleft palate program for local children and to support 20 charities here in Puerto Vallarta.

Happy Hour and can sometimes serve as many as 60 or 70 people in that time. Fred is the guy who replenishes the bar stocks and that’s enough work for one person but he also looks after the facilities in the clubhouse which means making sure it is secure, that the A/C is working and that there is enough toilet paper in the bathrooms. Other people volunteer to plan special events and lectures, arrange the Friday evening dine-around, instruct meditation, yoga and contemplative dialogue. Adriana, our phenomenal Spanish teacher, provides Spanish classes for four sessions each morning, three days a week. And how is the money spent? Much of it goes for travel and accommodation for the physicians and nurses from Guadalajara who donate their time four times a year. April arranges all the logistics but other volunteers look after the families when they bring their children to the clinics. CMQ hospital donates

its operating space. IFC has two committees of about 8 people each who vet the charities that ask for support. The committee members assess their needs, visit their facilities and recommend to their committee whether or not to start or continue the club’s help. A one-woman band, Susan, has for many years travelled the dusty, dirt roads of PV and provided beans, lentils and other very basic supplies to families in need. T.J. is the club’s webmaster in charge of all things digital, Rod ‘s work as treasurer is vital and Henry, the President keeps all these balls in the air. What a great job by one and all! These people are happily providing service to others because they realise the truth in Helen Keller’s statement that “The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be the beginning of a happier life for ourselves.”

The Rent You Pay By John Warren

uhammad Ali, that revered American Muslim, said, “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” When you understand how many volunteers give their time in service to others while living here in Puerto Vallarta it’s an eye-opener. There are thousands of them, because there are so many charities organizations doing so much for so many. Take the International Friendship Club (IFC) as an example. Members of this club has been helping Mexicans of Puerto Vallarta since 1986 and continue to make a significant contribution to the medical, educational, cultural and social services needs of the community today. The club will distribute in excess of $1,000,000 pesos this year. This money will be raised by the sale of tickets to the IFC Home Tours, the sale of membership fees ($350 pesos/person) and charging for classes and social events. It will be spent on providing free surgical services to children with cleft palates, free dental services to kids living in small villages in the jungle and along the coast and on giving free English lessons to Mexicans ranging from age 9 to age 60. The balance will be distributed to about 20 charities, including orphanages, the library, schools in need of supplies and teachers as well as cultural activities for children. The club does all this with the help of its

dedicated office manager, Josué, its only paid employee but all the rest of the work is done by an army of volunteers. The IFC Home Tours (see separate article) provides the bulk of IFC’s income and needs a large team of people to do so. Ann contacts homeowners to allow their homes to be tramped through by hordes of visitors and those homeowners open their homes to IFC because they believe in giving back to the community. Hank and Conrad marshal a small army of volunteers to greet their customers, attach nametags to shirts, take the money, negotiate the bus contract and serve as docents on the buses to make the tours a memorable experience for everyone. Volunteers “man” the front desk in the office from Monday to Friday between 9:00 and 1:30 to answer visitors questions, to sell tickets for the Home Tours and to sell memberships. IFC gets other income from the social activities and lectures that it arranges, so someone has to run the bridge class on Monday mornings and to arrange the tables, chairs and decks of cards for Friday afternoon’s social bridge. Another member picks a theme for the Monday night Movie Night and then finds the movies, puts out the chairs, makes sure the audio/visual equipment is working and collects the admission charge. Fred, Doug, Mike and others tend bar on Fridays between 5:00 and 6:00 for the club’s

Where can I find the Vallarta Tribune?

Over the past month we have been making small changes to our distribution locations; hopefully making it easier for you to find a copy. The Tribune will be available for pick up at the tourist offices in the main plaza as well as in Park Lazaro Cardenas, in Puerto Vallarta. You can shop and pick up

a copy of the Tribune at the Friday Marsol Market, the Saturday Olas Altas Market and at the Amigo’s de La Cruz table at the La Cruz Sunday Market. In addition to all of our advertisers, look for the Vallarta Tribune in restaurants, resorts, galleries and salons around the Bay of Banderas and north into

Sayulita and San Pancho. We distribute 10,000 copies in high season from Mismaloya to San Pancho each week. Marina Vallarta: Benittos, The Coffee Cup, Re/Max, San Javier Hospital Nuevo Vallarta: Eddies, Barracuda’s, Nopalitos, US Consulate,

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scar and Veronica have been involved in “farmer’s” Markets since they started at the Paradise Community Center a few years ago here in Vallarta. Both Veronica and Oscar are from Oaxaca where their respective families spend their days weaving and creating clothing and home accessories that are full of colour and textures that define that state in Mexico. Both of them are so friendly and welcoming, their English perfect and gracious. Find them at the Marsol Market and learn about the patterns and styles that make Oaxacan textiles so unique. Against the back wall of the Marsol Market you will find Julio – a master craftsman of all things leather. Belts and handbags, coin purses and wallets. Even handmade shoes! One of Vallarta’s finest jewellery designers is Mathias Brustle. His displays are as stunning as his finished pieces. Speak to Matias about your ideas and he will work with you to create a unique piece

of jewellery you will treasure for a lifetime. If you come early enough, you will see Martha, tray held high over her head with glasses of freshly-squeezed orange juice. When

her gigantic bag of oranges is finished so is her work day. The Marsol Friday Market by the Pier is open from 9:30 to 1:30 pm. Photo: Mathias Brustle, one of Vallarta’s finest jewellery designers

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alentine’s Day is right around the corner so following are some shopping tips that will cover every Valentine on your list and can be found under one roof. Food. Always in good taste and everything at Three Hens Market is packaged securely and beautifully and covers the gamut from appetizers (from Monica) – individual bite-size lasagnas to full course dinners-to-go. You can choose salad and fried chicken from Mama Vallarta or amazing casseroles to feed one or ten people from Jeanine

and Barbara. And then there are desserts from Kim – angel food cake (heaven with homemade lemon curd) and her gooey sticky buns that are famous all over the city. Pat Wagner is making Valentine’s Day packages of fudges including chocolate and peanut butter, V. Day cookie basket and her regular jalapeno jelly, salsas and freshly grated horseradish. There are a thousand ways to say “I love you” with gifts of jewellery – from a simple pair of earrings to elaborate fresh water black pearl

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Non - Profit and Charitable Organizations For visitors to Puerto Vallarta who wish to support the less privileged in our paradise, this is a list of some of the many organizations that could benefit from such kind gestures. If you would like your organization recognized here, please email

details to editor@vallartatribune.com. You can find all of our local charities online at vallartatribune.com Amigos de La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, A.C. contributing to the quality of

life in La Cruz through cultural, educational, environmental and charitable assistance programs. Tax Deductible. www.amigosdelacruz.org Contact Amy Welch amywelchpdx@ comcast.net Alcoholics Anonymous: In

English Puerto Vallarta Alanon Club - Basilio Badillo 329 recoverpv.com Amazing Grace Missions Assisting families in Magisterio & Progreso with necessities and job training and English. slw2014nv@gmail.com

American Legion Post 14: raises resources and manpower to improve facilities needing building maintenance americanlegion14.org Amigos del Magisterio - Food delivered directly to workers at the PV dump, their families and schools in Magisterio and Volcanes. Also, food to New Beginnings, Pasitos de Luz, and Caritas. 100% of donations to the people, no overhead.amigosdelmagisterio.com lysephilrioux@hotmail.com Asilo San Juan Diego Home for the Elderly - Contact: Lupita Sanchez Covarrubias 222-1257 or malupita88@hotmail.com or mexonline.com\asilosanjuandiego.htm Asociación Down - Assistance to persons with Down’s Syndrome – Contact: Ana Eisenring at 224-9577. Banderas Bay Women’s Shelter - Safe shelter for women & children victims of domestic violence. compassionforthefamily.org Becas Vallarta, A.C. – Provides scholarships to high school and university students. Tax-deductible in Mexico and USA. Polly Vicars at (322) 223-1371 or Buri Gray at (322) 221-5285.

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CANICA - Centre for Children with Cancer. Provides aid for treatment and services including transportation to GDL. Contact Director, Evelia Basañes 322-123-5688. Casa Hogar - A shelter for orphaned, abandoned, disadvantaged or vulnerable children. Luz Aurora Arredondo at 221 1908, casahogar_maximocornejo@ hotmail.com Centro Comunitario SETACGLBT – Services the GLBT community, including treatment and referrals, education, English classes, HIV testing and counseling. Paco Arjona 224-1974 Clinica de Rehabilitación Santa Barbara - Rehabilitation of the handicapped. Contact: Laura Lopez Portillo Rodriguez at 224-2754.

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