Issue 1088, February 8 - 14, 2018 by Vallarta Tribune

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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 display 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.

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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 PASS DATE AZAMARA QUEST 694 03/02/2018 COSTA LUMINOSA 2,826 04/02/2018 RUBY PRINCESS 3,782 06/02/2018 CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 07/02/2018 CORAL PRINCESS 1,974 07/02/2018 OOSTERDAM 1,848 08/02/2018 GRAND PRINCESS 2,600 10/02/2018 RUBY PRINCESS 3,782 13/02/2018 CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 14/02/2018 OOSTERDAM 1,848 15/02/2018 GRAND PRINCESS 2,600 20/02/2018 CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 21/02/2018

Immigration: 322.224.7719 Consumer Protection: 01.800.468.8722 Tourism Offices Jalisco: 322.221.2676 Nayarit: 322.297.1006

Consulates American Consulate 24 hrs 01-332-268-2100 Canadian Consulate 322.293.0098 322.293.0099 24 hrs: 1.800.706.2900

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In the month of February Puerto Vallarta welcomes 36,602 passengers! NAME PASS DATE OOSTERDAM 1,848 22/02/2018 CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 28/02/2018

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Happy Valentine’s Day

his week is Valentines Day which is a little different in Mexico as it’s more about friendship than romantic love. In fact, it is called Dia de la Amistad, or day of friendship. It’s not as much of a consumer holiday here as north of the border, but small gifts or flowers may be exchanged, and of course, lots of restaurants are offering special menus. A special fundraising gala is taking place at the Marriott on February 14 in support of the Corazon de Niña home for children. This is a very worthwhile cause that could use your support. If you haven’t made plans for Valentine’s consider reserving your tickets to this extravaganza. “Please get your tickets we are almost sold out! Join us and Canadian Idol finalist Paul Fracassi as we celebrate five quinceañeras at the Marriott Resort and Spa, enjoy a beautiful dinner, dance and fireworks at our 5th annual Open Your Heart Gala! By attending this event, you help us create lasting memories for some of Vallarta’s most vulnerable children and youth. Together we are changing the course of history, one child at a time.” Call 322 224 9209 or email casahogarcorazondenina@ hotmail.com We also have Carnaval on February 13. There is a parade planned for the evening starting at the Sheraton and winding south along the Malecon, ending at Lazaro Cardenas Park. If you are along the Malecon by 8:30 pm, you should see lots of great costumes, decorated cars, and floats, and don’t forget to collect all the necklaces. I was at the beach with friends twice this weekend, once at Boca

de Tomates and then at Playa Camaron and both times we saw humpback whales splashing just off the shore. I haven’t been on the ocean for a while, but it seems like now is the time book a whale watching tour. Or hop a water taxi to Yelapa and maybe you’ll get a ‘free’ sighting along the way. The whales tend to pack up and leave the bay by the end of March, so you have another 6-8 weeks to find the time. If you are interested in turtle releases, the turtle Camp in Boca

de Tomates still has some babies to release. If you have never participated in a turtle release, it’s the best way to spend a sunset, ever. Check out their facebook page each day for updates on releases and directions on how to get to the camp. It’s an excellent family fun affair. Search Campamento Tortuguero Boca de Tomates on Facebook. That’s it for me this week. Happy Valentine’s.

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around historic Vallarta with PuertoVallartaWalkingTours.com. 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. www.puertovallartawalkingtours.com

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country as a federal licensed tour guide, always inspired by Mexico’s colorful arts and complex history. Heriberto is also known for his special designs upon request like custom made friendship or wedding bands. Visitors also trust him with their personal pieces of jewelry and/or precious stones to be transformed into a new design. Heriberto and Christel can be found at the Olas Altas Farmers Market every Saturday from November to April. They can also be reached at 322 190 5632 and 322 160 2747 and by email at herikojoyeria@hotmail.com.

The Olas Altas Farmers Market clients who have become dear friends. He uses natural and organic materials like silver, .925, .950 and even up to .970, gold, 14 kt, 18 kt and 24 kt, wood, leather as well as silver and gold plated metals. He has created a collection of one-of-a-kind rings, necklaces, pendants and bracelets made with a variety of semi precious stones such as fire opals, sapphire, ruby, diamonds, amethyst, turquoise, malachite, sun and moon stone and several kinds of quartzes such as smoky, white, rose and citrine. He also uses organic materials like fossils, obsidian, shells

and amber. This year´s search for unique materials lead Heriberto to Columbia where he hand selected different kinds of emeralds. Other seasonal eye-catchers are pearls and hand carved bone faces. “People feel drawn to it,” and “It’s so nice you let us browse and have fun trying things on without being pushed into buying.” These are a few of the comments from Heriberto and Christel’s loyal customers. “We strongly believe that handmade jewelry should feel great when you wear it and to

trust the intuitive energy of the stones,” says Heriberto. Heriberto had his first store in Sayulita 13 years ago called Mexica Teahui with a partner who still runs it. Together with Christel, a 20 year Mexican resident from Dutch background, he had a second store, Ollin Mexica, from 2008-2010. Their participation in the Olas Altas Farmers Market was so successful they decided to close the store and focus on the market for a more personalized approach and service. Christel combines her fresh water pearl collection of bracelets, necklaces and earrings while travelling the

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Say “I love you” in Spanish

Oil tender pulls in nearly $100 billion

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 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. The Battle Between “Te Quiero” and “Te Amo” Te quiero - 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 - 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 might see ‘Te amo’ in classic Spanish literature and poems too.

Words of Love

Practice these phrases in preparation for this coming Valentine’s Day. 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. 10) Tu amor vale mas que millones de estrellas. – Your love is worth more than a million 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.

19 of 29 deepwater oil and gas blocks were sold, exceeding government expectations

exico’s biggest oil and gas auction since opening its energy sector to foreign companies in 2013 attracted potential investment of almost US $100 billion yesterday. A total of 29 deepwater oil and gas blocks located in the Gulf of Mexico were on offer and 19 were sold, exceeding government expectations. Royal Dutch Shell was the biggest winner, securing nine contracts — four on its own, four in a joint venture with Qatar Petroleum and one in partnership with Mexican state oil company Pemex. News agency Reuters reported that Shell bid aggressively despite fears that leftist leader Andrés Manuel López Obrador could win the presidency and attempt to revise the terms of energy contracts. However, analysts say that rolling back the energy reform — introduced by current President Enrique Peña Nieto — would be virtually impossible and in any case, changes would not apply retrospectively. The president of Shell Mexico said that its investment would have a positive impact on the economy by creating new employment. “This will translate into real and effective work for Mexico — we are all winners,” Alberto de la Fuente said, adding that uncertainty surrounding the future of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was not a concern for the company.

Energy Undersecretary Aldo Flores said that the US $93 billion secured in yesterday’s tender was 1.5 times the total investment attracted in nine previous tenders. “This is a vote of confidence in Mexico,” he declared. He also said the dominance of Shell in yesterday’s auction did not translate into an excessive overall influence in the industry. If the blocks sold become commercially successful it could add an additional 1.5 million barrels of oil a day by 2032, National Hydrocarbons Commission head Juan Carlos Zepeda said. That would almost double the

current output, which stands at 1.9 million barrels daily. There are now more than 60 companies that have committed to investing and developing in the Mexican hydrocarbon sector. The Mexican energy sector opened up to foreign and private investment in 2013 for the first time in nearly 80 years. Former President Lázaro Cárdenas nationalized all petroleum reserves in 1938. The state oil company’s production is currently at its lowest levels in four decades while oil prices — currently at around US $65 a barrel — are at a three-year high. Original: mexiconewsdaily.com

Record remittances of $28.7 billion in 2017

he total was up 6.6% due to fears over immigration and other issues. Fears over United States President Donald Trump’s policies on immigration and other themes drove remittances to an all-time high in 2017. Mexicans working abroad, principally in the United States, sent US $28.771 billion to Mexico, an increase of 6.6% over the 2016 figure of $26.993 billion, according to the Bank of México. In December alone, remittances totaled $2.604 billion, up 11% over December 2016. The majority of the remittances

were made via electronic transfer, of which there were 93.42 million, an increase of 2% over the year before. The average remittance amount was $308. Economist Alejandro Cervantes of the financial services company Banorte said several factors influenced the increase in remittances, including Trump’s immigration rhetoric, the peso’s decline in

value and high employment in the United States. Cervantes explained that many consider the transfers as a form of savings, and sent more money home fearing deportation. The state of Michoacán led in terms of remittance amounts at $2.915 billion. Jalisco was second with $2.797 billion, followed by Guanajuato with $2.559 billion. Original: mexiconewsdaily.com

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How to See Millions of Monarch Butterflies in Mexico By Brooke Porter Katz t first, the air on the winding, one-lane mountain road is completely clear. But as we round a curve, the sky is suddenly teeming with butterflies, a storm of bright orange-and-black wings. It’s so utterly breathtaking, and unexpected, that my husband pulls over the car so we can attempt to register the magic of that particular moment. (And to take a video, of course.) All this, and we hadn’t even made it to Piedra Herrada, part of Mexico’s Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve. Seeing the monarch butterfly migration has been on my bucket list ever since reading Barbara Kingsolver’s Flight Behavior (in which they unexpectedly land in a small Appalachian town — a fictional twist on their usual migratory path). But reading about it in a novel did not at all prepare me for the sight of more than a hundred million butterflies drifting across the sky like dark clouds. Once in the reserve, more than 10,000 feet up, I didn’t know where to look first: the sky, the trees, the flowering bushes, the forest floor — everywhere, really — was alive with this kaleidoscopic natural phenomenon. This extraordinary migration takes place every year, and witnessing the event in person is the perfect excuse to plan a trip to Mexico — if not this winter, than definitely next.

What It Is

A lot is still unknown about how the butterflies are able to find their way to Mexico every fall — or how they make the return trip north to Canada and the northeastern United States come spring. The mystery stems from the fact that this migratory path takes multiple generations to complete. In other words, the butterflies that winter in Mexico have never been here before (and will never return). One thing we do know is that when the weather starts warming up in the U.S., they’ll head back north from Mexico, stopping in southern states like Texas and Louisiana to mate and lay eggs, which quickly become caterpillars that transform into butterflies that continue flying north bit by bit, mating (and dying) along the way. (In the summer, the average life span of a monarch butterfly is about two to six weeks). Even-

tually — multiple generations later — a population will be born in Canada and the northeastern U.S., one that miraculously has the ability to complete the entire 2,500-plus-mile journey south of the border, survive the winter, and fly partway back north in the spring, where it all begins anew. Another thing that’s become clear in recent years is that populations are dwindling. In fact, over the last two decades, more than a billion (yes, billion) butterflies have disappeared. One reason is the decline of milkweed, mostly a result of herbicides. Milkweed is the only plant on which monarch butterflies can lay their eggs — and the only food caterpillars feed on before turning into butterflies. (Inspired to help? The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service outlines how you can get involved.)

When To Go

The butterflies typically arrive in Mexico in November and stay until March, taking shelter amid the oyamel fir trees in a small area about two hours west of Mexico City. (It’s doable as a day trip if you’re visiting the capital.) The best time to see them is

January and February, when the population is at its highest. When arranging a visit to the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve — which has a few different entry points (more on that below) — plan to arrive at the roosting areas during the warmest part of the day, between 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. That’s because the butterflies enjoy basking in the sunshine, taking to the sky and fluttering around the surrounding flowers and bushes. (You’ll also see them hanging from the trees in shadier areas of the forest, clumped together in enormous swarms that weigh down the branches.) If you can, go on a weekday, when you may even have the reserve all to yourself.

Where To Go

There are four places the public is allowed to witness the migration within the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, which straddles Michoacán and the State of Mexico. Accessing either requires a hike or a horseback ride (or both) of varying lengths; it’ll cost between 100 and 200 pesos (approximately $11) to hire a horse and guide. Regardless of which you

choose, you’ll be covered in a film of powdery brown dust by the end — so wear shoes and clothes you don’t care much about.

Sierra Chincua, Michoacán

To get here, you’ll drive through a guarded, gated entrance before continuing almost a mile on a windy, narrow road to the parking lot. From here, you can rent a horse and a guide for a 20-minute trek; you’ll then continue alone on foot for about 15 minutes to the roped off, relatively small viewing area that can feel crowded fast. (This is one of the easier hikes, if you want to go by foot the whole way.)

El Rosario, Michoacán

This is by far the most popular, especially on weekends when tour buses filled with locals tend to visit. But the crowds do thin out on weekdays. It’s a steep, 1.5-hour hike that gains altitude quickly, so consider renting a horse to take you almost the whole way up. From there, a guide will lead you on foot the rest of the way.

Cerro Pelon, Michoacán

This is perhaps the least known and most challenging of

the sanctuaries, where the altitude reaches more than 10,000 feet. You’ll definitely appreciate the horse doing the work. Much of the trail is narrow, steep, and rocky, and it can take about two hours to get to the top. From there, you’ll walk with a guide along a thin path around the woods to observe the butterflies in various areas.

Piedra Herrada, Valle del Bravo This access point in the State of Mexico is an easy stop on the way to or from the lakefront resort town of Valle del Bravo. The uphill trip with a horse and guide takes about 30 minutes, and then you dismount and walk a circular route through the woods that takes you by the most populated areas. If it’s empty, your guide may let you linger for as long as you like — and you’ll certainly be tempted to. There are guided tours you can take from Puerto Vallarta. Check out Superior Tours or Mex-Eco Tours online. Or you can rent a car and drive or take the bus to Morelia, from there you can book a local tour. Original: travelandleisure.com

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The Scoop on Statins

ince February is our “Heart Health Month”, I decided to ask one of our stellar cardiologists, Dra. Leslie Swindle a few questions about statins. After all, when I ask someone “what medications are you taking?” large percentages state a statin. I am always surprised when I ask them, “for how long?” and they say “for years”. We then proceed to have a conversation about why they are

taking them, do they ever have their cholesterol checked, have they ever discussed with their physician trying to control their cholesterol by diet and for a large part, the answer is no. Obviously these are important questions to be discussed between the patient and their physician! In layman’s terms, what are statins and what are they used for? They are used for lowering cholesterol levels in the blood, but also as “coronary artery anti-inflammatory” agents, especially in post-myocardial infarction situations. Do you think that statins are

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over-prescribed? I think that they are over prescribed, yes. But that is just me. There is a lot of controversy since the 2013 guidelines, which if we had followed, over 50% of the population would be on them! More recent guidelines are more flexible. Doctors can prescribe individually, taking each person into specific consideration, risk factors, underlying diseases as well as number but not JUST numbers. What are a couple of the most common side effects of statins? Myositis and liver disease. Right now, a large study is showing that dementia can be a possible side effect. If someone is taking a statin, should they not drink alcohol? One does not need to stop alcohol but yes, limit alcohol intake. Liver function should be monitored with statin use. Thank you Dra. Swindle! Please take note of the upcoming speakers programs as we focus on Heart Health: February 15, 2018 – 9.30 am – Hospital San Javier Marina – “Atrial Fibrillation”. Dr. Carlos Hernandez February 20, 2018 – 9.30 am – Hospital San Javier Marina – “Cardiovascular Emergencies – when to go to the Emergency Room”. Dr. Adolfo Curiel. February 27, 2018 – 9.30 am – Hospital San Javier Marina – ““Women and Heart Disease, We Make Even this Difficult!” (Also known as “Women Lie, Even on Their Treadmill Test). Dra. Leslie Swindle.

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There is no charge for the speakers programs but space is limited so you must RSVP: p a m e l a @ h e a l t h c a re re s o u rcespv.com If you would like to have your blood pressure checked,

for the month of February you can stop by Hospital San Javier Marina on Tuesday or Thursday between 10am and 12 noon in the main lobby. Here’s to a hearty week!

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alentine’s Day hearts, do we like them or do we not? Time to find out! June Rosen López will be having her annual Valentine’s Party and Open House this Saturday and Sunday (February 10- 11) from 1 to 7pm. This will be a fun party and you will be sure to have a great time. June has been creating jewelry for 45 years. June’s Valentine’s collection is a delightful combination of many styles and influences. She has gone through many different stages with her work. She remembers when she wouldn’t even consider wearing or making heart jewelry. Then she started to observe people’s responses to hearts, how some just love them and some people just can’t even imagine ever wearing a heart. This open house is a nice reunion of old and new friends and new friends here in Vallarta, definitely worth a visit. All are invited! Her work is well priced and there is a variety of designs and influences. Her gallery is on the same street as the new pier, on Francisca Rodriquez #200, at the corner of Pino Suárez. You can also visit her Monday through Friday from 12 to 6. Email junesjewel74@hotmail. com Call 222-5049

he highly acclaimed artist, Brewster Brockmann, will attend a second cocktail reception for his exhibit of new paintings and sculptures at Galeria Pacifico on February 14th. This Valentine’s Day event at Pacifico´s second floor location just up from the Malecon on Aldama Street will be Brockmann´s thirteenth solo exhibit there over the last fourteen years and will occur during the 6:00 to 10:00 PM Wednesday Art Walk in the Historical Zone downtown. Last year Brewster participated in a three artist exhibition in the oldest museum in Guadalajara, and one of the larger paintings is included in Galeria Pacifico´s event. He also had a solo exhibit three years previously at the same museum,, The Ex Convento del Carmen. He is currently in the collections of the Kohler Museum of Modern Art in the United States and in the Peter Gray Museum of Art at the local campus of the University of Guadalajara as well as corporate and private collections throughout North America. Another important event happened in September when Brockmann’s art dealer in Miami invited Brewster to join him in Paris at a major festival of tribal art from throughout the world, including Mexico but with an emphasis on Africa and Oceana. The influence of this visit can be seen in some of the new work, especially dramatic in the clay sculptures where he has added new polished patinas with designs in pigments that give a feeling of the ancient and archeological.

The Brewster Brockmann exhibit will remain mounted through March 6, but Galeria Pacifico always maintains a display of his work at their spacious second floor location at 174 Aldama, just 100 feet up from the Malecon . The gallery also sponsors the Free Malecon Sculpture Tours on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 and on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM in support of the Biblioteca Los Mangos library and cultural center.

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Byron is a memoirist, travel columnist, cookbook author, restaurant reviewer and novelist. He is currently working on his sixth novel which is tellingly entitled Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

I am the preschool coordinator and nursery teacher at the American School of Puerto Vallarta. I am also both unsurprised and not a bit sorry that this list of my favorites is mostly about places to eat. If you can live in Vallarta without appreciating some of the good eatin’ around here, you have to be at least half Vulcan.

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yron is a memoirist, travel columnist, cookbook author, restaurant reviewer and novelist. He is currently working on his sixth novel which is tellingly entitled Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Show me a person who claims to dislike sweets and I’ll show you someone in denial. True enough, sweets are not all that healthy, but then again what on this polluted earth is? The trick is not to overdo it, and especially that the chosen confection be of high quality. If it means indulging in sin, let it at least be worth it. I grew up in Istanbul, a city that had a fine pastry shop every block, sometimes on opposing sidewalks of the same block (sort-of like Starbucks in Vancouver). I was weaned on pistachio-baklava with gossamer filo-dough that barely contained its canary-yellow cargo; and airy genoise cake covered in clouds of heavy cream with heaps of ripe, intoxicatingly perfumed strawberries; and plump marronsglacés whose chestnut essence melted on contact with the tongue. I lost all that when my family emigrated to Canada, but I gained chocolate brownies. I liked the notion, I liked the texture and I liked

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the intensity of the cacao flavor. I enjoy all brownies, starting at the bottom with the commercial variety, but I find real solace, almost a spiritual contentment, from a highclass brownie that is made with real chocolate. I follow advice on the subject from my great friend Wendy Grean and seek out Pie in the Sky, the upscale pastry shop that sprang to life in Bucerias and blossomed in Vallarta, (at two locations: the one downtown noted below and another in the Marina). There is a wealth of cakes and pies here, which I’m told are all artisanal and truly delicious (absolutely worth the calories) but the specialty of this pastry kitchen, its glory and claim to fame, is an altogether irresistible brownie. Concocted from pure ingredients like butter, flour, vanilla and pecans, it achieves its rich and creamy heart from the unstinting use of chocolate. It is not too sweet, being mercifully low in sugar, which is fourth on the list. It is pure joy from first mouthful to final lick of the spoon. If you’re in the mood for some luxurious transgression, make it this brownie and if you insist, regret later. PIE IN THE SKY Aquiles Serdàn #242 Centro, Puerto Vallarta 322-223-6183

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That Kind of Mom

ast week I noticed my son dragging himself around a bit. He had been low energy and reluctant to do much that didn’t involve speaking into a headset while playing video games. I truly envy the people he speaks to on the headset, because they are privy to an entire conversation. I am treated to the half that involves 1) grunting, 2) screaming for joy, and 3) screaming for frustration. Now, he’s really only allowed to play video games on weekends. During the school week he is required to remove the headset and join family activities such as eating and saying goodnight. Normally he’s a chatty kid, and enjoys asking lots of questions and telling me interesting and almost certainly inaccurate factoids that he’s heard from dubious people on YouTube. The reason why he can’t play many video games during the week is because we think it’s good to see your own children sometimes, and also because we want him to someday leave the couch and make a life of his own (with his own couch). For that, we’d like him to be successful in school, and it seems like most teachers don’t base their work assignments on Fortnight or Call of Duty. I wouldn’t have been that worried, because The Boy is thirteen, which means he’s in the era of Sluggish Interludes at home. Also, he’s beginning to understand that his parents are a bit unenlightened, especially when it comes to PlayStation 4 knowledge. Not only that, he’s always loved videogames. If I allowed it, he would play them until the apocalypse finally hit and the zombies burst into our home in search of even the most game-fried brain. However, he started looking kinda pale. He complained that he was itchy, and I realized he had a bunch of blotches on his back and chest. We took him to the doctor, who told us he was defini-

tely allergic to something, and that he was dehydrated. He got some meds and asked us to keep an eye on what he was eating. I felt horribly guilty. What kind of mother allows her child to get dehydrated to the point of being pale and dragged out? What kind of monster wouldn’t notice that her own offspring didn’t feel like going to taekwondo, his favorite after school class, or have any interest in asking twenty-five questions on what alcoholics do to hide their addiction, or that he WASN’T DRINKING ANY WATER? For heaven’s sake! I can tell you what kind of mother does that. The kind of mom who works all day, attends meetings, drives to seven afterschool activities with two different kids, organizes sleepovers and playdates, checks homework, meets teachers, makes school lunches. She scaffolds her child’s responsibilities so s/he is

becoming more independent while making sure that it’s not more work for her to teach them how to do it. She stays up late or wakes up in a cold sweat worrying about their report cards, their friendships, and the rest of their entire lives. She gives out vitamins and hugs even when either or both are not asked for (or particularly welcome). She reads up on the best authors and she researches books that they might like to read. She makes sure they don’t watch stuff like “Rick and Morty” and experience brain rot and moral degeneration. She reads with them, she listens to them. And sometimes she misses important things, at least for awhile. She doesn’t see them because they are little things that become big things, like sadness or loneliness or sickness. That kind of mom should really give herself a break, I think. Because at the end of the day, she sees the things she missed and she takes care them too. I bought a big bottle of grape Pedialyte and plunked down next to my lethargic boy, pressing the bottle into his hand. I wrapped my arms around him (despite his obvious discomfort and the fact that he is now a lot taller than I am). He finally settled against me and grinned half-heartedly. Maybe I’m That Kind of Mom. Maybe I miss stuff when I shouldn’t. But I’m doing my best, and so are you. And they know it (deep down inside. Like, way way down there).

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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!

Be Brave, Be You, Be Beautiful

ave you ever had a lump in your throat when you knew that speaking your truth was not going to go well? That the person on the other side of the conversation was not going to like what you had to say, you swallow your words to spare them hurt or heartache all the while damaging your authentic soul by muting your truth. I believe all of us have experienced this at one time or another in our lives. Being your authentic self is tricky business in today’s world, when you have to remain politically correct, socially aligned or a people pleaser who never wants to rock the boat or hurt someone’s feelings or even more challenging, being a person whose ultimate goal of being liked by everyone. Let us debunk this way of living because it is a trainwreck waiting to happen. We should feel free to be ourselves at any given time, loving ourselves enough to speak freely. In saying that, remember the old saying, ‘it’s not what you say it is how you say it.’ Keep that in mind when you are delivering your heartfelt speech. It is not always the simplest path to stand in truth, but it is always the right one. When you live your life by this model everything else falls away, all the drama, stress and moments of tightness in your chest disappear, and life becomes easier. Society could benefit from more people speaking up on what is right or wrong. So many have become like Switzerland, not taking a stand on anything and being neutral about everything. Years ago, if some punks were on the street swearing or saying rude comments to a person passing by, people who were nearby would not tolerate this kind of behavior. In today’s world, people can be afraid to speak up. Unfortunately, we are seeing more

and more people becoming muted and bad behavior escalating. Well, my friends not anymore! If each of us starts with our heartfelt conversations of our truths we can all grow from there. Together we can start speaking up when a racist joke is shared at a party, or someone says rude comment in another way. Be brave, be you and your beautiful soul will shine brightly. Speak your truth stand on the ground of your beliefs and the tightness in your chest, your throat or where ever else you hold your stress in your body will melt away. Our world is begging for more ‘Happy Heart Warriors’ to start taking a stand for what is right. Use your radar from within to monitor when something feels icky to you. I am sick and tired of playing by the rules. I am going to scream from the rooftops, loving everyone and praising loudly all good things that are coming our way. I invite you to do the same. Let’s take this world on, one happy moment at a time. Homework: Practice being mindful or your words, they matter and are a powerful influence of good.

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Vallarta hosts annual Carnaval festivities this week

arnaval is an official Mexican holiday that kicks off a five-day celebration of the libido before the Catholic lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Beginning the weekend before Lent, Carnaval is celebrated exuberantly with parades, floats, costumes, music and dancing in the streets. Carnaval is equivalent to Mardi Gras in New Orleans and will be celebrated from February 8 – 13 this year with Puerto Vallarta hosting a Carnaval celebration on February 13. The festival of Carnaval is celebrated as a last indulgence of carnal pleasures that Catholics must give up for 40 days of fasting during Lent, from Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday. In fact, the word Carnaval is derived from Latin, meaning take away or goodbye to flesh, and strict Catholics will give up meat eating during Lent. Carnaval is officially celebrated for 5 days, leading up to Ash Wednesday, with the most vigorous celebration taking place over the one weekend in Mexico. The wearing of masks during Carnaval is said to be a pagan practice as protection from evil spirits, but most likely evolved as a way to participate fully in the celebration with some anonymity. In Mexico, many cities have Carnaval celebration of various sizes, but the biggest events take place in the port cities, with the largest of all in Mazatlan. Mazatlan’s Carnaval is said to attract well over 300,000 people, making it the third largest such event behind Rio de Janeiro and New Orleans. Port towns such as Puerto Vallarta, Ensenada, La Paz and Veracruz are also excellent places to watch Carnaval festivities. Last year’s event in Puerto Vallarta brought over 30,000 cheering residents and tourists from all walks of life together on the city street curbs to be wowed by floats and parade participants celebrating the diversity of our city. This year’s city-sponsored event is sure to bring even more people and wowing to Puerto Vallarta. Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday in English, is best known in New Orleans but celebrated in many cities around the world. Fat Tuesday refers to the day when many people eat fattening foods and stock up before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season. The Mardi Gras parade is the most exciting part of the ritual bringing together gay, straight, light, dark, male, female, old, and young, all for a collective purpose, to get as many beaded necklaces as possible.

Gather your masks and friends and get ready for Carnaval PV. On February 13th, the annual parade celebrating Mardi Gras will begin at 8pm in the hotel zone and proceed through the world-famous malecon to Los Muertos Pier. Incredible floats, colorful costumes, towering stilt walkers, street performers and dancers are all part of the festivities in Puerto Vallarta, and of course get your hands ready to catch some beads.

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Grammy Winning Cellist Donald Moline, Lobo & Friends and Well-Strung at Incanto

ebruary 5, 2018. Puerto Vallarta, México. Instituto des Artes Musicales Puerto Vallarta (IAMPV) presents two cello recitals performed by Grammy Award winner Donald Moline, with Jean-Guy Comeau at the piano. They will present Canciones de Vallarta by John Kreitler, which will be given a world premiere at these events. Mr. Moline played with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for 39 years and has recorded four solo CD’s. He has taught at several universities and has performed all over the world. Event proceeds support musical education for children in Puerto Vallarta. Feb. 17 & 24 at 7pm. Lobo (formerly of Willie & Lobo) and Latcho (Latcho & Andrea ‘The Blond Gypsies’) will reunite after 40 years for a one-night-only performance of ‘Primal Groove’, featuring earthy gypsy flamenco on Sun. Feb. 11 at 7pm. On Feb. 16 at 7pm, Geo Uhrich (Luna Rumba/DUENDE) and Lobo will present another ‘Arte Puro’ concert with music created from just two wooden boxes (violin & guitar). And on Feb. 25 and Mar. 25, Lobo will present his special solo concerts. These events will sell-out quickly. Early reservations are recommended. Well-Strung, a New York City based singing string quartet,

is now playing at Incanto. They blend vocals and strings, fusing classical music with today’s pop hits. Their world-wide popularity continues to soar, and they have consistently played to sold-out crowds season after season. Reserve now through Feb. 28. Busy Hollywood actor/comedienne Ginny McMath presents her hilarious cabaret show “SaltAround-The-Rim-Tour” for three nights only with pianist David Troy Francis Feb. 8, 9, 10. Media Luna presents several shows featuring their full band and Special Guest musicians. Recent transplants from San Miguel de Allende, they play Flamenco, Rumba, Rock and Huapango in an exciting and very entertaining presentation. Next show Feb. 12 at 9:30pm. Singer/songwriter Stolie and the La Ruta band present an evening of songs that intertwine various musical genres. You’ll hear music from pop hits to ballads, ranchera to oldies in both English and Spanish. Get the stories behind many familiar favorites. Feb. 12, Mar. 1 & 8. Singer-songwriter-guitarist Zoe Wood joins the piano bar lineup at Incanto on Mondays at 7:30pm beginning Feb. 12. Zoe’s music includes Flamenco, Bossa Nova, Mexican Boleros, Latin jazz and originals.

Incanto’s ‘Gospelicious’ Gospel Brunch is light on religion and BIG on entertainment. Hosted by Tracy Parks and featuring The Holy Host Singers with creator and Musical Director/David Troy Francis and the Resurrection Band. Due to its growing popularity, these events will be held every Sunday through March at 12pm. Advanced paid reservations are requested. Argentine duo Luis & Andrea of Bohemia Viva present a special Valentine’s Day show on Wed. Feb. 14 at 6:30pm. They will welcome Special Guests Opera Singer/Soprano Vanessa Amaro and violinist Geo Uhrich of Luna Rumba/DUENDE. Luis will also present his solo show, ‘And now I fly’, featuring all original music on Feb. 18 at 7pm. You can see Bohemia Viva every Wed. at 6:30pm.

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NYC cabaret veteran Michael McAssey is back in the piano bar. He plays a vast repertoire of ballads and campy comedy favorites, encouraging his audiences to gather ‘round the piano and sing along. Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun. 10pm-close. Classic stage comedy ‘Greater Tuna’, starring Ron Spencer and Tracy Parks is now playing through March. With twenty-two characters played by just two actors, it’s a wild ride to smalltown Tuna, TX, chock-full of eccentric characters with small minds and big hearts. Directed by Karen Baker. Jean-Guy Comeau plays piano on Mon. and Thurs. at 5pm. Stolie plays ‘Acoustic Tuesdays’ during Happy Hour at 5pm. Latcho and Andrea: The Blond Gypsies play authentic gypsy flamenco select Tues. at 7pm. Tongo plays Latin/Cuban rhythms with handmade instruments on Tues. at 7:30pm. Bohemia Viva’s ‘The Sound Garden’ plays on Wed. at 6:30pm with varying theme nights

weekly. The Red Suitcases band plays Wed. and Sun. at 7:30pm. Open Mic is Thurs. at 7:30pm. ‘The Joanie Show’ starring Joan Houston with Bob Bruneau plays Fri. at 5pm. Luna Rumba’s DUENDE featuring Pop/Classical, Gypsy Rumba/Celtic covers and originals plays most Fri. at 7pm. Bingo with Pearl is held on Sat. at 4pm. Media Luna plays Sat. at 7:30pm in the piano bar. Pianist Dennis Crow plays piano Sun. at 5pm, Mon. at 10pm and Fri. at 7pm with singer Luis Villanueva. Salsa dancing/lessons is on Wed. & Sun. at 8pm on the upper terrace. Tickets are available at www. IncantoVallarta.com with no online fees. Box Office hours are 9am to 11:30pm daily. Casual dining is always available. Happy Hour 2-6pm daily. Contact General Manager Gilberto Figueroa for group and special event bookings at Incantopv@gmail.com. Incanto is located at Insurgentes 109 (at the Rio Cuale). Call 322 223 9756 for reservations.

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POINTS OF INTEREST 9. 5 DE DEC. CEMETARY 16. HIDALGO PARK 1. TURTLE RESCUE CAMP 10. MIRADOR CERRO DE LA CRUZ 17. THREE HENS MARKET 2. WHALE OF A TALE HOLE 11. MALECON 18. MARSOL MARKET 3. PLAYA ESCONDIDO 9. BRIDGE 5 DE DEC. CEMETARY HIDALGO PARK MARKET 12. VIRGIN DE LA GUADALUPE16. CHURCH 19. MUNICIPAL 4. KISSING 13. LOS EMILIANO ZAPATA MARKET 5. EL CORA SANCTUARY 10.CROCODILE MIRADOR CERRO DE LA ARCOS CRUZAMPITHEATRE17. THREE20.HENS MARKET 14. ISLA CUALE 21. CUALE CULTRAL CENTER 6. PUERTO VALLARTA SIGN 11. MALECON 18. MARSOL MARKET 15. LAZARO CARDENAS PARK 22. 5 DE DEC MARKET 7. ESTERO EL SALADO 12.PLAZA VIRGIN DE LA GUADALUPE CHURCH 19. MUNICIPAL MARKET 15. OLAS ALTAS FARMERS MARKET 23. HUANACAXLE MERCADO 8. PITILLAL

ORA CROCODILE SANCTUARY RTO VALLARTA SIGN RO EL SALADO LAL PLAZA

13. LOS ARCOS AMPITHEATRE 14. ISLA CUALE 15. LAZARO CARDENAS PARK 15. OLAS ALTAS FARMERS MARKET

20. EMILIANO ZAPATA MARKET 21. CUALE CULTRAL CENTER 22. 5 DE DEC MARKET 23. HUANACAXLE MERCADO

24. FOREVER SPRING MARKET 25. BUCERIAS ARTWALK 26. RIVIERA FARMERS MARKET 27.24. MARINA ARTISAN SPRING MARKET MARKET FOREVER 28.25. MOVIE + PICNIC ARTWALK BUCERIAS 29. RED CROSS 26. RIVIERA FARMERS MARKET 30. LOS ARCOS NATIONAL PARK

27. MARINA ARTISAN MARKET 28. MOVIE + PICNIC 29. RED CROSS 30. LOS ARCOS NATIONAL PARK

Demetro Gallery Sculpting ‘The Fisherman’

lease join the father-daughter sculpting team, Jim Demetro and Christina Demetro, as they create "The Fishermen" statue. This is an opportunity to help sculpt it in clay before it is cast in bronze and donated to Puerto Vallarta for the 100th anniversary of the municipality. Jim and his daughter Christina are the sculptors behind the iconic Vallarta Dancers statue and other art pieces that honor the Mexican culture. The Fishermen will be installed along the Malecon where locals fish in the mornings. The City will provide the placement of the sculpture on the walkway, while the artists raise funds to create it and have it cast in bronze. The sculptors are also offering a small-version, limited-edition bronze of The Fishermen at a favorable pre-cast price. Besides selling limited-edition bronzes, the Demetros have another unique way of raising money for the project: you are invited to co-sculpt! For a donation they will give you a piece of clay that you can put on the

sculpture as it is being created in life size; thus, you become a part of the history. As a work-in-progress, The Fishermen can be found at the Demetro Galeria at 169 Lazaro Cardenas, in Zona Romantica, Puerto Vallarta. The gallery is on the same street as Jim Demetro’s “Andale Bernardo” Burro sculpture in Lazaro Cardenas Park that many school children helped create. Beside the chance to meet the sculptors and help create The Fishermen piece, the art gallery also provides a sculpting classroom. Beginner and advanced classes continue to the end of March. Master sculptor and instructor Jim Demetro provides the tools, materials and live model for students of all abilities to create beautiful figurative art. The Demetro Galeria also has a lively artist’s reception every Thursday evening. This weekly event follows a sunset sculpture walk that starts with tour guide Gary Thompson at Galeria Pacifico on 174 Adalma Street.

Galeria Gallery hours are 11 am to 7 pm Monday - Saturday. Demetro Galeria, located next to Page in the Sun, offers sculpting classes for all levels. Lázaro Cárdenas 169 Puerto Vallarta, México 52 1 322 222 3411 ext 601 jimdemetro1@gmail.com www.demetro.net

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Activities at Azafrán in February

estaurant Azafrán opened its doors at Olas Altas in the Romantic Zone in November 2017 with a new concept and menu. It offers a unique approach , where all the starters and main courses can be ordered to share so you can enjoy a greater variety of flavours and tastes . Restaurant Azafrán offers a unique European cuisine with some fusion influences. The Chef Andreas uses fresh local products to assure that you have the best culinary experience. Besides the menú they offer as well a chef´s special with two

courses for $290 MXN or three courses for $390 MXN. It is open 7 days a week for dinner only. The kitchen opens at 6 pm and the serve up to 11 pm. During the month of February there will be a lot of special activities at Azafran. The 13th of February will be the Carneval Parade for Mardi Gras in Puerto Vallarta. It will end at Olas Oltas that evening so here you can see the parade while having dinner. Make sure you book online to reserve your table to have the best view! The next day it is Valentine Day, Azafran offers a beautifull

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dinner for two with live music as Vania Guzman will be playing here guitar and singing love songs. You can see the menu online and book online through their website. If you are not able to enjoy their Valentine night you will have a second change to enjoy the music of Vania as she will be playing as well on the 26th of February for the special

night with live music. Menu and bookings available online as well. For the month of March cooking classes are planned as well as a wine tasting. Join the facebookpage of Azafran to stay tuned. They also planned to open for lunch soon with a different menu. More about that later! Andreas, Gerwin and their team are ready to pamper you in their restaurant Azafrán in the

middle of the Romantic Zone in Puerto Vallarta. For more information you can visit their website www. azafranpv.com for the menus and online reservations or at Facebook #azafranpv. You can also call : 322 223 2060 Restaurant and Bar Azafrán , Olas Altas 507, Zona Romantica Puerto Vallarta.

Architectural Whimsy at Kathleen Carrillo Gallery

he Kathleen Carrillo Gallery is excited to have you join us for the next Southside Shuffle this Friday night February 9, from 6-10. The gallery will be showing works from her Architectural Whimsy collection of Mexico, Europe and the US reflecting her extensive travel experiences. Traveling is a top priority for Kathleen and it is reflected in her Architectural Whimsy paintings from many places around the world. She explains that the this series of paintings began about eleven years ago when she was in the south of France walking down a tiny staircase in the hilltop village of St. Paul De Vence. As she looked down the stairs, she noticed that the buildings of this Medieval Village were a bit crooked with age. She decided to paint it the way she saw it and the rest was history. The collection grew in its Whimsical quality as the years went by,

but it was not about the way that she saw the buildings it was about how the experience made her feel. She began to interpret these places for the sense of joy she felt and how others explained their experiences were in these magical locations. It feels as if the buildings are dancing, swaying to some joyful sound. Kathleen explains that she is mainly a figurative painter and these buildings took on a human quality in their lyrical movement. They are filled with the history of their past and express that through this movement. Join us and share your stories of these magical places that you have visited. You will be glad you stopped by. Contact Kathleen via her website www.KathleenCarrilloGalleries.com or call her on her cell number +1 858 261 8129 or her Mexican number 322 222 9879. We look forward to sharing a glass of wine with you.

Don’t Miss Out! SkyMed’s Annual Membership Appreciation Luncheon (Guests Welcome!) Tuesday, February 20

12 noon at Las Adellita’s on Fluvial

Meet Will Klein, Founder and Chairman of the Board Hear Pamela Thompson, Health Resources of Puerto Vallarta Register at www.skymed/kathleenphelps and click Appreciation Events Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italy, original acrylic on canvas, available as prints.

Registration is a MUST by February 12

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Two Expats in Mexico

hands of Mexico

Paul Kurtzweil

Leigh Thelmadatter

www.qroo.us

osomadre@hotmail.com

Leigh Thelmadatter is a profesor at Tec de Monterrey, Mexico City, Wikipedian, and semi-professional researcher on Mexican handcrafts and folk arts. She has a blog called Creative Hands of Mexico and is working on a book on Mexican paper maché.

From living animals to a Jaguar Woman

t is often the assumption that all of Mexico’s craftspeople are born into the profession, that is… from families that have been doing one kind of craft or another for generations This is indeed the case for many, but the call to be creative is deep in the Mexican psyche. This and Mexico’s ever-changing economic conditions has brought in unexpected new artisans. This call has proved irresistible even to those with professional careers. Leticia Mosso Castillo and Arturo de Jesús Vázquez were a wife and husband veterinary team in Mexico City, with a practice specializing in dogs and cats. It was a comfortable life until one of Mexico’s several severe peso devaluations in the late 20th century meant the end of their business by the end of the 1980s. By chance, a family member came upon a jewelry worker selling the contents of his workshop and interested in the idea, bought the entire inventory. Making some contacts and working for years, the family worked with the equipment learning the basic processes of shaping raw silver into works of art. Mosso and Vázquez particularly became hooked, and even though the country’s economic situation improved enough to return to veterinary practice, the two decided to establish the Xolotl (Nahuatl “dog”) jewelry workshop. The more than 25 years of working silver has resulted in the creation of their unique style. Working almost entirely in silver (with some forays into gold and bronze), they have built up an inventory of unique designs. Like William Spratling long before them, they take most of their inspiration from Mexico’s pre Hispanic past, creating motifs from codices and other images. Some of these are direct reproductions, but the more interesting work takes a

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single elements and creates a highly detailed version of it. Their cultural explorations in silver do not stop there. They have also created pieces based off of Art Noveau designs, elements from modern art (the work of Remedios Varos is a favorite) and even designs from other historic cultures such as the Vikings. They also design and create jewelry to order. Although they are proficient in several metal working techniques, the vast majority of their pieces are cast through the lost wax method, which allows for replication of designs. Their workshop has a “library” of about 3,000 designs, including boxes on boxes of little wax versions of their pieces, waiting to be used to cast the next piece. These range in widths of millimeters to a 5-6 cm disk reproduction of the stone disk depicting the dismembered goddess Coyolxauhqui found at the excavation of the Templo Mayor in Mexico City. Although the lost wax method is the least labor intensive method of creating the basic form of the piece, this does not mean that it is easy or fast. Even if cast absolutely perfectly (never a guarantee), there is still much work to do in cleaning up stray bits and polishing (sometimes ageing) to make look like the piece popped out of nowhere. The beauty of Xolotl pieces are even more astonishing when the workshop and processes are seen. Located in a typical suburban house in Tlalnepantla (just outside of Mexico City), the tools are professional but the kiln, centrifuge and other machines are rustic, to say the least. One, to shake out air bubbles in the plaster cast, is completely jury-rigged, as a professional version costs up to 50,000 pesos. The centrifuge is completely spring-loaded. The important thing is that it all works together to create fantastic and unique pieces that honor Mexican and human heritage. All photos by the author or used with permission of Xolotl Workshop

Paul Kurtzweil (Q-Roo Paul) is a former lieutenant from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. During his 25-year career, he received numerous commendations to include two of the agency’s top honors: a Meritorious Service Medal and a Medal of Valor. In 2015, Paul retired and moved to Mexico with his wife. He now spends his day’s blogging from the beach.

If You Do This, the Mexican Government Will Cancel Your Resident Card

btaining a Mexican resident card is not a simple one-day task; rather, it is a multi-step process that begins at a Mexican Consulate in your home country and ends (sometimes months later) when you finally pick up your resident card at an immigration office in Mexico. Once you finally get your resident card (temporary or permanent), life in Mexico gets much easier. You can open a bank account, register a car, and obtain government services and that are not available to non-residents (e.g. INAPAM discount card). In other words, life is good. But then one day it happens — you make a simple mistake and the resident card that you worked so hard to obtain is suddenly cancelled. The worst part is that the only way to get it back is to return to your country of origin and start the process all over again from scratch.

The Mistake

The fastest way to lose your resident card is to enter Mexico under as a tourist because Mexican immigration law prohibits a person from holding two immigration classifications simultaneously (Artículo 61 de La Ley de Migración). Immigration (known as INM for short) rectifies the situation by cancelling the first one (i.e. your resident card). You might be asking yourself why anyone who has a resident card would enter Mexico as a tourist. Well, it actually happens more often than you would think. Here are two hypothetical scenarios to illustrate how: 1. Forgotten Card Sally has a temporary resident

card and is flying back to the U.S. to see her family. When she gets to the Cancun airport, she can’t find her resident card. Without that card, she cannot obtain the paperwork from INM to leave as a resident. The airline won’t let her board without an immigration document (Section Two of FMM), so they send her to the INM desk with all of the tourists who lost their paperwork. She pays the fee, fills out the form (as a tourist), turns it into the airline and leaves the country. When she returns to Mexico a month later, she enters as a toursit because she still doesn’t have her card. INM subsequently cancels her resident card. 2. Carelessness John has a permanent resident card and is flying from the U.S. into Mexico City. He is unfamiliar with the immigration procedures for residents — perhaps because he has had five cocktails on the plane — and he simply fills out the FMM form that the flight attendant hands him. He ends up entering the country as a tourist and INM subsequently cancels his resident card. The Procedure You Should Follow

Before leaving the country, report to INM with your resident card and passport in hand. If you’re at an international airport, there should be an INM desk or kiosk near the ticket counter. Now follow these steps: 1. Pick up an FMM (Forma Migratoria Múltiple) This is actually the same form that you would use if you were coming into the country as a tourist, but this time, you’ll be submitting the sections in the reverse order. Now do you understand how people can get confused and make a mistake? 2. Fill out boxes 1-8 of Section One and 1-10 of Section Two Section One is for your return to Mexico and Section Two is for your departure. That means that your departing flight information will be in Section Two only. You don’t have to worry about filling in the flight information in Section One — at least for now. 3. Present the completed form along with your passport and resident card to the INM agent He or she will process it and write either temporary or permanent resident on the top. If they don’t write it, I recommend you do it yourself. If you’re doing this at the airport, the agent will hand you back both sections of the form. Give Section Two to the airline representative when they ask for it. 4. Store Section One in a safe place Seriously, don’t lose it. You’re going to need it in the future. 5. Upon returning to Mexico, complete the remaining boxes on the form (Section One) and give it to INM Piece of cake! Original: http://qroo.us

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SETAC Commemorates International Condom Day with Activities

s in years past, SETAC— Puerto Vallarta’s HIV/ AIDS Community Center, will commemorate International Condom Day on February 14 with a series of activities. The International Condom Day is celebrated on February 14 since 2009, thanks to an initiative proposed by AIDS Healthcare Foundation, the LA-based non-profit that provides cutting-edge medicine and advocacy to more than 866,620 people in 39 countries (www.aidshealth.org). Monday, February 12 • 7 pm Film and Discussion: Dallas Buyers Club (2015) LOCATION: SETAC Community Center, Aldanaca 178 Esq. Viena, Int. 4A, Colonia Versalles. SYNOPSIS: Based on the true-life tale of Ron Woodroof, a drug taking, women loving, homophobic man who, in 1986 was diagnosed with full blown HIV/AIDS and given thirty days to live. He started taking the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved AZT, the only legal drug available in the U.S, which brought him to the brink of death. Presented in English with Spanish subtitles. Wednesday, February 14 • 4 7 pm Acepta el Reto (Accept the

Challenge) LOCATION: Malecon by the lighthouse (corner of Morelos and Galeana Sts.) This year, SETAC will install an information module where condoms will be distributed free of charge. In addition, locals will have to opportunity to learn about SETAC and the activities that take place at its Community Center. Thursday, February 15 • 6 7:30 pm ¡Atrévete a Decirlo! (I Dare You to Say It!) LOCATION: SETAC Community Center, Aldanaca 178 Esq. Viena, Int. 4A, Colonia Versalles. I Dare You to Say It! Is a Spanish discussion group in which Vallarta-based sexual education professionals are invited to moderate a forum in which any member of our community can share their sexuality-related concerns in a safe, friendly environment. Our featured guest this month will be Psychologist and Family Therapist, Lucina Leon Uribe (psicologiaenvallarta.com.mx). For more information, please follow SETAC on Facebook: www. facebook.com/SETACtucentro, visit the website www.setac.com. mx, call (322) 224-1974, or send an email message to contacto@ setac.com.mx.

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tuto des Artes Musicales Puerto Vallarta) takes place February 17th. Donald will be accompanied by Jean-Guy Comeau on piano; all to raise money for Mexican children involved with music - from buying instruments to teaching kids how to play them. This will be a World Premiere of “Canciones de Vallarta” written by John Kreitler who has ten Grammy awards to his name. “Lobo and Latcho” appear for one night only at Incanto, Sunday, February 11th. It is to be a 40th Anniversary reunion of these two outs-

tanding flamenco guitarists. This is another of those times when I wish Incanto was the size of Teatro Degollado. Andrea (of Latcho and Andrea, the Blonde Gypsies) will be supporting them on rhythm guitar. “Primal Groove” starts at 7 pm. While you’re at the box office buying tickets to the above-mentioned events, make sure to buy one more for “Well Strung”. I have been trying for days to come up with superlatives that could convey the professionalism, the superb talent, the perfect harmonies (and I despise the word ‘perfect’ just because), their complete ease on stage, their strange song choices that end up being so fun. My face ached from smiling through the entire concert. I can’t even mention some of their songs because it would ruin more than one brilliant surprise so just go. At least once. For me ,this has been a season for renewing old friendships with my wonderful gal pals like Wanda and Susan and with my cousin June whom I have not seen for fifty years! Still, bloodlines,show: both June and I had tons of glitter on our fingernails! Another reunion with Daniel Perez, brother of my darling David, for Danny’s birthday. We went to bingo at Incanto and ate delish birthday cake made by La Dulce Vida. Aunt Pearl and Renzo were both wonderful. Thanks for flying all the way from L.A., Daniel! By the way, “Canciones de Vallarta” has been dedicated to Donald Moline. Find out why next week, From Here.

ched the short concert in the movie into a full length rock’n’blues show. Chris’ excellent vocals and Geoff’s hot harmonica, combined with comical dance moves from The Blues Brothers movie, make for an exciting, highly entertaining show. In February, the Dahl brothers get their “winter break”. After a short visit with family and friends

in Canada, they fly to Mexico for shows at The Luna Lounge, in Bucerias, El Rio BBQ, in Paso Ancho, and La Pina Colada, in Guayabitos, then on to Mazatlan. More information is available on the venue web sites and here in The Vallarta Tribune Copyright 2018. All rights reserved.

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uper Bowl LII versus Rodolfo’s voice and excellent food both starring at Coco Tropical. And, the winner is Rodolfo and another consecutive sold out Sunday! Word has spread like honey and Rodolfo is now starting his performances at 6 pm so there’s an additional half hour to enjoy his splendid voice. He is learning new songs in English and Italian…get ready for some Puccini! Isn’t our cover beautiful this week? The Vallarta Dancers were created by master sculptor Jim Demetro and his daughter Christine a few years ago. These two artists are collaborating again on “The Fishermen” and they need your help getting the new statue finished and off to the foundry before the end of February so it can be installed on the Malecon by May 31. Each piece that Jim creates has a story behind it. Learn about “The Fishermen” at Demetro Galeria across from Parque Lazaro Cardenas and put a piece of clay on the work-in-progress! I am meeting up again with Chicago cellist Donald Moline this week to talk about his upcoming concert at Incanto. The fundraiser for IAMPV (Insti-

“SOUL BROTHERS”

Chris & Geoff Dahl’s Hilarious tribute to the Blues Brothers Merv Buchanan merv@uvs.com n the late 70s, Toronto was ground zero for blues music in Canada. Performers and fans flocked to its bars and dance halls, all hungry for a shot of the blues. Among them were brothers Chris and Geoff Dahl, brothers Don and Rick Walsh and blues enthusiasts Dan Akroyd and John Belushi. Here Akroyd and Belushi were inspired to create “The Blues Brothers”, first as a Saturday Night Live skit, then a performing act and eventually the subject of the hit movie. They were especially impressed by The Downchild Blues Band, led by slim guitarist Don Walsh and his chubby brother Rick, seen by most observers as the undisputed inspiration

for The Blues Brothers. How ironic that the Dahl brothers, one slim and one portly, now portraying The Blues Brothers, were watching too. Chris and Geoff Dahl, from London Ontario, have been bluesmen since they were young teenagers. They both sing and between them they play every instrument a band is likely to need. During their career, they have backed Buddy Guy, BB King, The Contours, The Miracles and a host of others. But in 1994, they put on the black suits and pork pie hats made famous in the movie The Blues Brothers, for The Old Chicago Blues Festival. Their natural humour and appearance, combined with their singing and dancing antics were an immediate

hit. They have never looked back. The Soul Brothers show travels the world, performing everywhere from military bases in the frozen north, to tents in the sun scorched Arabian desert. The show’s popularity is underscored by the fact that it is often booked in non English speaking countries. People everywhere love the iconic black suits, music and dance moves. Each winter, the show headlines the popular “Stars In Concert” shows, six night a week, in Berlin Germany. Soul Brothers material covers the most popular R’n’B stars of all time, including Sam & Dave, Wilson Pickett, James Brown, Jimmy Reed, Big Joe Turner and many more. The Dahl brothers have stret-

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“Philip Bauer as Johnny Cash” Merv Buchanan merv@uvs.com or years, Philip Bauer worked as a salesman by day and a musician by night in his home town of Oklahoma City. Deep inside, he knew he was going to be successful, he just didn't know how. But fate, like money, has a way of changing everything. While playing in a local jazz trio, Philip began experimenting with impersonations of famous entertainers. And sometimes, just for fun, he would try them out on the audience. Turns out audiences got a big kick out of them, especially his take on Johnny Cash, so they became a regular part of the show. Playing jazz, with an occasional interruption by Johnny Cash, was one thing. Making a full time career as a tribute artist wasn't part of Philip's plan, until fate intervened. One night when he was in fine Johnny Cash form, someone in the audience recorded the show and uploaded it to YouTube. The result was something akin to “country music history”. Overnight, e-mails and phone calls began pouring in requesting interviews and offering good paying personal appearances. That was the push Philip needed. Suddenly his salesman job was out the window and he was out the door - on his was to an exciting career as a world famous Johnny Cash tribute artist. Since 2008, Philip Bauer has been constantly on the road. From

Branson to Las Vegas, Chicago to Los Angeles, plus tours of Australia, Canada and Mexico, working hard to keep the spirit of Johnny Cash alive. But his favourite moment was when he was invited to appear on an episode of AXS TV's “World's Greatest Tribute Bands”, where he proved his mettle as a true world class entertainer. Johnny would have been proud. Philip Bauer certainly has the steely look and the gravelly voice of Johnny Cash. But more importantly, he performs Cash's songs in the casual, seemingly effortless way that made “the man in black” such

an important musical icon. Some of the songs featured in Philip's show are “I Walk The Line”, “A Boy Named Sue”, “Folsom Prison Blues” and “Ring Of Fire”. Every one a fitting tribute to the late J.R. Cash. Philip returns to Mexico for the second time to perform on February 10th at El Rio BBQ, in Paso Ancho, at The Luna Lounge in Bucerias on February 11th and at La Pina Colada, in Guayabitos, on February 13th. Details are available on the venue web sites and here in The Vallarta Tribune. Copyright 2018. All rights reserved.

AN AMERICAN FARCE

Whose Wives are They Anyway ? by Michael Parker

PRODUCED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

COMEDY DINNER THEATRE FOR CHARITY DATES: FEB 27 & 28, MARCH 2, 4, 6 & 7, 2018 TIMES: 5 evening performances, 1 matinee on Sunday, March 4 LOCATION: Restaurante Langosta DIEZ, La Cruz Centro DONATION TICKET PRICE: front row table reserved 800 MXN, general table 600 MXN, theatre seating 300 MXN PROCEEDS GO TO: benefit Amigos de La Cruz de Huancaxtle, A.C.

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Dinner and A Show Continues Through February and March at Luna Lounge Bucerias By Debbie White

una Lounge Bucerias is once again dominating the North Shore entertainment scene with phenomenal dinner shows that continue throughout the months of February and March. Enjoy a fantastic dinner and a world-class musical tribute featuring the music that we have enjoyed throughout our lives. Each Tuesday and Wednesday night, you’ll love ‘The Crazy Bitches’ who are back this season with new music, glamorous costumes and outrageous humor. After a delicious meal from the grill, Miss Diva Divine and her gals will entertain you with hilarious musical parodies and adult comedy starring celebrities like, Celine Dion, Cher, Madonna, Tina Turner, Beyoncé, and more! Last Friday and Saturday nights, Elvis tribute artist, Matt Cage, returned with an encore of ‘Elvis: The Early Years’ and debuted

his ‘Elvis: The Vegas Years’ the following night. With both nights sold out, the enthusiasm meter was off the charts! Last Sunday and Monday nights, Canadian singer/guitarist, Will Chalmers presented his ‘Solitary Man’ tribute show. We heard favorites like “Cracklin’ Rose,”

“Sweet Caroline “ and “I Am, I Said. ” ‘Solitary Man’ was, once again, a highly entertaining performance, that brought us the music and persona of the legendary, Neil Diamond! Coming up on Thursday, Feb 8, Luna Lounge presents ‘The Music of Paul McCartney and The Beatles,’ starring Jeremy

Wright. You’ll hear hits like, “I Wanna Hold Your Hand,” “Twist and Shout,” “Hey, Jude,” “Ebony & Ivory,” “Yesterday,” and many more! This music is a timeless treasure that Jeremy masterfully brings to life! On Friday and Saturday, Feb 9 & 10, international headliner, Dwight Blake returns with ‘Memories of Motown.’ With his incredible vocal range and smooth, rich tones, Dwight performs the hits of Motown artists like Marvin Gaye, Barry White, Stevie Wonder, and more! He has performed to crowds of thousands, worldwide and is always a hit with his audience. The show on the 10th is sold out, but there are still a few tickets left for the 9th. Coming up on Sunday and Monday, Feb 11 & 12 is Oklahoma native, Philip Bauer, who has been keeping the legend of ‘The Man in Black’ alive since 2008. Philip has been presenting his spot-on tribute to Johnny Cash in the U.S.A, Canada, Australia and Mexico

through the years, entertaining audiences with favorites like, “Ring of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues” and “Walk the Line.” There are still a few tickets left for the Feb 12th show, ‘The Legend of Johnny Cash.’ And on Thursday and Friday, Feb 15 & 16, Luna Lounge welcomes back ‘Soul Brothers,’ the incredibly fun tribute to those goofy guys, Jake and Elwood from Chicago. This ‘Blues Brothers’ tribute show has become a Luna Lounge favorite, with only a few tickets remaining for the night of the 16th. Finishing up the month of February, you’ll see tributes to: Celine Dion on Feb18, Eric Clapton on Feb 22, Bohemia Viva: The Sound Garden (Latin music & song) on Feb 24 and ZZ Top on Feb 25. And in March, don’t miss Lou Armstrong Mar. 1, Miss Conception Mar. 3, Patsy Cline Mar. 4, Bon Jovi Mar. 8, Bryan Adams Mar. 11, Rod Stewart Mar. 15, St. Patrick’s Day Show Mar. 17 and Kenny Rogers Mar. 22. Please check out www.lunaloungebucerias. com for more information about shows and tickets. And bring your friends and guests along with you to the North Shore’s best venue!

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ey Everybody! I enjoy going to the The Sunday La Cruz Market for a few special items. The huge avocados at the flower booth are delicious and good pricing; homemade yogurt, handmade organic corn tortillas and the veggie tacos are a MUST for me that located at the end of the jetti! Saying hello to my friends, such as Begonia at her custom made sandals booth, Wendy who sells his own organic coffee at Duende Coffee, and Alberto, who makes the best Chimichura, creamy delicious cucumber Taziki, and Alberto’s homemade pickles (YUM) are only a few folks that make my market visit filled with love and hugs. There is also a new market on Sunday at the La Cruz town plaza. There are about 30 vendors at this market. Many artisans, artists with a variety of art décor… a fun shopping experience that is a bit different than the market on the marina. On my way into the Sunday La Cruz Market I had fun stopping and watching the pickle ball game going on just past the main marina entrance. Joan Gill and the pickleball gang support the Manos de Amor and the fundraising events. Manos de Amor provides a safe and loving hoe for up to 30 children who are without homes due to parents or extended family that are unable to care for them. They hold 3 events each year in Jan and Feb. The next and last main fundraiser Rhythm and Ribs, which is held on Las Palmas Blvd just up from the Decameron Restort. Entry: $20 usd per person. The FABULOUS Rhythm Roosters will be jamming out the tunes; the bake sale, cocktails

and good food for purchase. For more information or to get your tickets contact Karen McKenzie kfmck12@Gmailcom / 322-2278349 or Willi Crownhart wwcrownhart@Yahoo.com / 322-138-9417. Black Forest Restaurant in La Cruz brings the best German food and beers! Check out the entertainment with Latcho and Andrea every Friday and Lobo performing every Monday, 7pm The restaurant gets sold out! Why? These professional musicians are the BEST! Sunday 2x1 Schnitzel. YUM.. Make your reservations!! 329-295-5203. The CANCER KIDS is an ongoing year around endeavor to aid in providing food for unfortunate poor families that are going through the healing process of their children with cancer. This program is founded by Pam Thompson, who many know so well as she helps so many with medical issues. You can also read her article “Medical Matters” in the Vallarta Tribune ever week. Please help by purchasing long life shelf items (healthy if possible). You may also donate monies and she can purchase the food for you! You can drop off your food with Jody‘s Bucerias located next to the Sunshine Bar / across from Luna Lounge. You may also email Estelle Nuebling as Estelle@Nuebling.us The John Ozzello Memorial Food Bank and Humanitarian Aid Going hungry, in my opinion, is one the worst things a person can go through. I am not talking about missing a dinner. I am talking about long term hunger. Suffering from hunger not only causes emotional heartache

and sadness and feelings of hopelessness or shame when you don’t have enough to feed your family, but also, lack of good food / malnutrition also causes mental dysfunctions. This is a community issue. Please support feeding hungry people however you can. Tickets for the final fundraiser of the season, “Wood Stock..A Hippie Adventure” on March 5th from 2-6pm are available at YoYo Mo’s in Bucerias. It’s always a good time at the Drunken Duck! There will be prizes for the best dressed hippie –man / woman and a 50/50 tequila raffle. Tickets are only 250 pesos. Also… ROCK STAR SAILOR donated an evening on the bay! This gift is a private sunset sailing charter for 8 people and includes food and drinks value of $740USD! Purchase a ticket for only 200 pesos. The draw will be happened that day. Tickets go fast and these events always sell out so get yours asap! For more information call Sandi at 322-240-1082 or email Sandi at: rsnystrom@hotmail.com , or stop by Rhythm and Blues Lounge during their regular business hours. There are so many ways to donate! Obviously, monies of course, donating time, purchasing a ticket and having a good time (win-win!) and spreading the word. ! For more information call Sandi at 322-240-1082 or email Sandi at: rsnystrom@hotmail.com , or stop by Rhythm and Blues Lounge during their regular business hours. Lets help FEED HUNGRY PEOPLE! Something new in Bucerias: Nova and Gil are opening a new Art Center / gallery! The grand opening is on Sunday, February 11th from 4-7pm in Bucerias called Hacienda de Arte, located on #71 Lazaro Cardenes about 1.5 blocks from the Decameron Resort. They are going to have live music by Doc Gordon, Galo Mora and a special surprise guest. They are also having a silent auction with local art. There will be kids painting activities along with signup sheets for classes and workshops. Enjoy an appi and a glass of wine while browsing around. Thanks so much for tuning in this week.

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Life in la Cruz Cindy Bouchard

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Cindy Bouchard, an expat Canadian runs a Boutique Inn, Villa Amor del Mar in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. She and her husband Chris are living and lovin’ in Vallarta–Nayarit. If you want more info on La Cruz or desire… A very special vacation contact cindy@VillaAmordelMar.com

MY cakes… tantalizing folks with sugary delights!

he early days of MY cakes, it was like having your own personal baker, simply call Michael and he’d prepare a delicious cake for you. That’s still possible of course, but now they have expanded and the selection is great. The newest addition is their storefront where you can enjoy a piece of sweetness with a cup of tea or coffee. They added a new level to their house moving their bedroom from the first floor to the third floor, leaving the ground floor for the business. Beyond the cake and hamburger buns they’ve expanded their selection of cakes and offer them in more sizes. When Mike first came to La Cruz it was a quiet place. He bought a house in town and truly became one of La Cruz’s own! As he made friends Mike shared his baking, with everyone who tasted it saying, “I want more”. Friends suggested that this was much needed service in La Cruz and one thing led to another including many restaurants carrying his homemade goodies. Mike shared his journey to La Cruz with me recently. “In 2000 I was diagnosed with a rare problem in one of the bones in my head. After surgery to repair it failed, I was unable to return to work due to a whole range of odd symptoms. Instead I went to the kitchen; it was a place where I could play. That changed everything for me; cooking became my therapy. I volunteered at my son’s high school where I could take my time and do what I could do. That experience taught me a lot about what is important in life. Later, I made cookies to sell at flea markets (like the Sunday market in La Cruz). I became well known for my biscotti and chocolate chip cookies as well as for my hot chocolate and peanut butter and bacon cookies. It simply became too expensive to live in the states, so here I am… I love the people

and their way of life.” Soon Michael fell in love with the beautiful Yolanda, “When you’re open to living differently and truly getting to know the people and the culture, wonderful things can happen! For me that is Yolanda Ortega Gonzalez. She has taught me more about the culture and of course the language than I ever could have imagined. I couldn’t be more in love!” Yolanda and Michael created a partnership in both their private and professional lives taking the baking to a whole new level. The name, MY Cakes LaCruz, came from a conversation that Yolanda had with her hairdresser when she asked whom she was dating and Yolanda replied “Mike”. Her hairdresser asked “Boater Mike?” Yolanda said “No”, “Guitar Mike?” Yolanda stated “No - Mike Cakes”. From that interaction came MY Cakes for Mike and Yolanda. Cool story! Most important? “Quality! We won’t compromise quality in anything we make. If we can’t find the right ingredient or make it ourselves, we won’t offer it. For example, we have looked at a myriad of different products, all claiming to be “butter” but pure butter doesn’t include oils or soy; these are by definition margarine but labeled as butter because the majority is milk. They are cheaper by far but we won’t sacrifice quality. Yes – that means our products might cost a little more but we think in the end, it is well worth it!”

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There are regular markets called ‘tianguis’ that occur in many neighbourhoods throughout the week. You can usually buy fruits and veggies, clothing, household items. The markets and events here represent local producers, artisans and entrepreneurs. Unless noted (*) most run from the first week of November through April. FRIDAY *Marsol Friday Market by the Pier - 9:30 am -1:30 pm Open every Friday all year located on Francisca Rodriguez street Sayulita Mercado del Pueblo - 9am -2 pm SATURDAY Olas Altas Farmer’s Market - 9:30 am - 2 pm at Lazaro Cardenas Park *Three Hens & a Rooster Market 9 am - 1:00 pm Every Saturday all year, locate at Venustiano Carranza 466 SUNDAY Huanacaxtle Farmer’s Market - 9am -3pm - Located at La Cruz Marina TUESDAY Riviera Market 9am - 2 pm Located in Nuevo Vallarta in the parking lot behind the Casino. WEDNESDAY Bucerias Forever Spring Market - 9am - 1pm -Lazaro Cardenas / Javier Mina - Opposite La Vida condos *Vallarta ArtWalk - 6 pm - 10 pm See their map for locations. Bohemio Artisans Co op - 625 Lazaro Cardenas, Old Town Wednesday, Friday and Sunday 10 - 2 THURSDAY Bucerias ArtWalk - 7-9pm - along Lazaro Cardenas Marina Vallarta Night Market- 6 pm -10 pm - along the marina

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f you have an event you’d like to include here, please email editor@vallar tatr ibune.com. Non-profit/community events are listed free of charge. For a calendar of all events visit vallartatribune.com/eventos Tuesdays – Malecon Sculpture Tour from 9-11am Meet the artists, learn about the sculptures that line the Malecon and support the local library. Starts in front of the Millennium Sculpture (in front of MacDonalds) Wednesdays – Vallarta Artwalk from 6-10pm through 13 galleries in Centro. See advertisement for more details. Thursdays – Evening Malecon

Sculpture Tour. Starts at 6pm at Galeria Pacific on Aldama in Centro and ends at Demetro Galeria across from Lazaro Cardenas Park. Wednesday February 14 Open your Heart Gala - Fundraiser for Corazon de Niña. Marriott Resort at 6pm Tickets 1500mx www.fundacioncorazon.mx for more details. Friday, February 16 Shabbat Services presented by the Puerto Vallarta Jewish Community at 6:30 PM as Casa Carmen, on Calle Jesus Langarica. Volunteers are needed. A special Israeli / Mediterranean dinner will be served following the service. Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 13, to: helth1@sbcglobal.net

More events can be found at www.vallartatribune.com Sunday, February 18 What a Drag - The hottest ticket in town to benefit the Banderas Bay Shelter. Now in it’s 4th year, it will be bigger and better than ever. It has been moved to Teatro Vallarta to accommodate everyone who wants to attend. Tickets from from $300- $1000 pesos. https://www.facebook.com/ whatadragvallarta/ Friday, February 23 - 25 Annual San Pancho Music Festival is held at the Plaza del Sol featuring regional, national and international artists on two alternating stages that provide continuous entertainment. 5pm each day. Saturday, February 24 Annual Chili Cook Off -Vote for your favou-

rite chili, live music, raffle prizes and more in support of local charities. $250 peso admission includes order of riblets, drink and all you can eat chili. 1-5pm at El Rio BBQ & Bar in Paso Ancho. Friday, March 2-4 7th Annual Riverfest – Three days for live music, food, silent auction items and great times with good friends in support of Pasitos de Luz. At El Rio BBQ & Bar – watch for more details. Thursday, March 15 – 18 Chacala Music Festival is this season and they are looking for musicians, vendors, sponsors and volunteers. If you interested contact them at https:// www.chacalamusicfestival.com/

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Market and the ‘Three Hens and a Rooster Market, on Saturdays 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. We distribute 10,000 copies in high season every thursday. Marina Vallarta: Benittos, The Coffee Cup, Re/Max, San Javier Hospital

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very Friday morning stop at the Marsol Hotel lobby and see what’s new at our Market. We are open all year round and have monthly Bazaars where you are welcome to join us as a buyer or a seller! The Marsol Market boasts a huge array of jewelry from Boho string to 14k gold. Leather bracelets, sterling silver rings and necklaces, and lovely vintage pieces. Wherever your budget and taste take you, you will find something

eye-catching and unusual. If you are looking for some great snack foods for the beach, head just outside the lobby and meet Ciro with his fine selection of Mexican candies and nuts including pistachios. Handmade peanut brittle is another tasty option and you’re welcome to sample first! Valentine’s Day is

Alegre Tours Tonala “Special Shop Till you Drop” Tour February 14-17-2018 Visiting Furniture Expo in Guadalajara and Tlaquepaque MASCOTA/TALPA 1 DAY TOUR

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Three Hens & A Rooster Market V. Carranza 466 Saturdays 9 to 1 Contact Pat Thunherst Wagner at ptwagner@comcast.net

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coming up! This year give something that was made with love and attention to detail. Be creative and give your Valentine something wonderful to remember – like a guided walking tour around the historic district of Vallarta. Talk to Sandra right at the front door. Or, if your Valentine is suffering from arthritis or has a nasty cold, talk to Ricardo about his elixirs and extracts and get some remedies that work! The Marsol Friday Market is open from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm.

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f you are a Canadian or an American woman you have maybe found it difficult to buy shoes or sandals in Vallarta because your feet are too big! Actually, it’s because Mexican women’s feet are tiny so…get over to Pat’s Pandemonia Boutique and try on some brand new American imports that will fit. Shoes and clothing are at half price; Pat is clearing out her closet so hurry in! More painters are turning up at Three Hens - be a part of this exciting new phase at our Market. See the gallery right up front. As well as decadent desserts, we have Gloria Sue’s fried chicken and salads; Jeanine and Barbara’s casseroles; Barbara Peters’ condiments, cheese, and smoked fish, and now – paella! Deliciously prepared; try some.

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Also new is moringa bread and Venezuelan food! We are also having a book sale with all proceeds going to send Sebastian Frank off to Summer Camp! Check our main floor Boutiques – Bill Kelly at his Fabulous Fabric Fellows with incredible aprons,

decorative masks, and cooling ties; Pat’s Pandemonia Boutique with tons of wine bags and cat-related things; Mari’s gallery and Marcia’s Boutique both full of unusual offerings. Three Hens & A Rooster Market is open Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at Venustiano Carranza 466 in Old Town Vallarta.

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Making Kids Better

“A wonderfully different thing to do”

By John Warren

very exciting musical event will be happening at Incanto Theatre on February 17 and 24th, 2018. Donald Moline, a Grammy Award winning cellist who played with the Chicago Symphony for 39 years and who has a distinguished orchestral, chamber music and recording career will be playing a recital. Mr. Moline will be accompanied by Jean Guy Comeau who many of you know as one of Vallarta’s most accomplished musicians. Of special significance is the fact that Mr. John Henry Kreitler,a 10-time EMMY-winning composer of concert, film/TV and theatre music and who resides part time in Mismaloya, has written Canciones de Vallarta, a suite for cello and orchestra that will be given a world premiere at this recital. Proceeds from these performances will go directly to IAMPV (Instituto de Artes Musicales Puerto Vallarta) an organization that provides musical education and performance opportunities to the youth of Puerto Vallarta. Tickets at www.incantovallarta.com I asked Donald Moline, recently, about the benefits of training children in classical and other forms of music and he replied…”As a teacher for nearly 60 years, I believe the value of music study for young children is incalculable and profound. So many different skills are learned in the study of music: eye-hand coordination, motor skills, coordination between left and right hands, the element of problem-solving, listening skills, and group interaction. Additionally, young people who study music get better grades in school and get into far less trouble. Coincidentally, the same music skills can benefit aged people at the opposite end of life. Studies of seniors who play music have found that mental acuity is maintained and enhanced, and senility is either postponed or prevented altogether. Music study is magical! “ The International Friendship

Club (IFC) supports IAMPV , because fostering cultural activities for children is a very important part of the club’s mandate and it agrees with Mr. Moline that learning music makes kids better. The Director IAMPV is Daniel Oliveros a young, devoted musician who is dedicated to developing other professional musicians in Puerto Vallarta. As well as directing the PV Chamber Orchestra, Daniel also visits schools here to explain the benefits of learning music to the teachers and to recruit children into the Salty Paws Jazz Orchestra, which is an important component of IAMPV. Daniel obviously has a good eye to spot kids with talent because four of the students who left PV for Mexico City last summer were accepted into the very top music schools in Mexico. What an achievement! The Salty Paws Jazz Orchestra has over twenty kids under the direction of Kris who not only chooses the repertoire but also has to re-write many of the pieces to include music for violins, French horn and flute – not the instruments usually found in a jazz line-up. As well as Daniel and Kris there are instructors for the violin/viola, an instructor for the cello and one for the flute, sax and clarinet. As well as the IAMPV, the International Friendship Club provides treatment and care to infants born with cleft palates, free dental care in Boca De Tomatlan and financial assistance to twenty charities in town. Members not only volunteer their time but also enjoy Spanish lessons, bridge lessons, history lectures, yoga and meditation. On Fridays at 5:00 the club has a social hour followed by a popular Dinearound. See www.ifcvallarta. com for full details. Note: Tickets for the IFC Home Tours are only available online at www.toursforvallarta.co and at the Sea Monkey Restaurant on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.

hat’s what Trip Advisor David H , who hails for Guelph, Ontario, headlined his review of the IFC Home Tours with last week. He went on to say…. “Friends of ours had gone on this tour before and recommended we try it. On top of being for a good cause, it’s a great few hours of entertainment. Imagine getting into see some of the most exclusive homes in the area. On our day we were into 3 different places. The first home was 20,000 square feet (the master bedroom was over 4,000 SF alone).The next two were both 10,000 SF. What a treat to see how the other half lives. Check it out. You won’t be disappointed.” Thanks for your comments, David. Details of the IFC Home Tours and pictures of the homes they visit can be found at www.toursforvallarta.com. The tours run on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings and start at the Sea Monkey

Restaurant on the Malecon at Aquiles Serdan. Tickets sell for $600 pesos and go fast so it’s best to buy them online (website above) or early, on the day of the tour at the Sea Monkey. We no longer sell tickets at the IFC office.

SPCA of Puerto Vallarta By Janice Gonzalez

e sure and come by to visit us. You can find us at the Olas Altas Farmers Market each Saturday from 9:00 am until closing at 2:00 pm. The market is located in Lázaro Cárdenas Park. This is in addition to our presence at the Marina Art & Market each Thursday from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Be sure to come by and say hello. You can pick up one of our special “Kiss my Mutt” t-shirts, a gorgeous 2018 calendar or even a special bag made locally by our friend Lisa Love. All these items and a few other goodies can be yours for a

small donation which helps support our rescue efforts. Your donations are always welcome and needed! We have scheduled tours to our sanctuary, by reservation only, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you have your own transportation, please let us know. To reserve a spot on a tour, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com. We appreciate any donations you can bring for our rescues and if going to the sanctuary, please feel free to bring treats for the staff as they truly appreciate it. Those items we ALWAYS need include:

The tours require good mobility, as you’ll need to walk on some cobbled streets and climb some stairs. Our docents will help you and answer your questions. As David says, “Check it out.You won’t be disappointed.” collars and leashes; toys and more toys! both stuffed and hard plastic (no soft plastic as they can chew off pieces and swallow); large towels; blankets; sweaters and coats; post-surgical cones (both the cone shaped and donut inflatable ones). Our rescues are now fed a total raw diet so please refrain from bringing any dog food or treats, but we do have healthy homemade treats available (at cost) for the dogs when you visit the sanctuary. To see our animals available for adoption, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ spcapv. There are photos and also individual albums of our rescues as well as a bit of their history.

ADORABLE DOG IN THE SPOTLIGHT...VICTOR by Janice Gonzalez ou won’t find a happier dog around than our Victor! He is a Labrador mix, about two years old and weighing 44 pounds. No, he’s not winking at you. Due to medical reasons it was necessary to remove one of his eyes, but nothing stops this guy. He has a medium energy level and gets along fine with other dogs and even cats. We think Victor would be a good family dog as he prefers the company of his people the best. Victor has been neutered, dewormed and vaccinated. If this sweetheart sound perfect for your family, contact us at spcapv@gmail. com for an application to adopt Victor.

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Be My Valentine: 13 Years Loving Los Bambinos

elebrate this Valentine’s Day and week, with Los Bambinos as you experience the delightful heart of Puerto Vallarta. What is Puerto Vallarta? Puerto Vallarta is a community of warm and friendly people, who remember your face, if not also your name. Puerto Vallarta is an excellent culinary tradition with a culture of fabulous service. Puerto Vallarta holds the magic of another era and invites you there through the music of love. This February 14th, Los Bambinos and Bambinos Trattoria prepare an exceptional evening for you to wine and dine with your friends and loved one. Join the group as they bring to life an exciting selection of emblematic romantic songs from musical history. Elvis Presley, Frankie Valli, Everly Brothers and Luis Miguel are a few of the artists you will hear during the evening. Prepare to be amazed by the flavors of the night as the chef brings unique selections to your table in a three-course menu for $690 pesos or $790 for VIP for Dinner and Show this evening. Los Bambinos are happy to announce shows five nights a week at Bambinos Trattoria. Dinner and Show seating begins at 6:30 PM. Tuesdays 8 pm Beatlemania: Get Back! This tribute to the Beatles

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has received rave reviews as “Fit for Vegas!” Wednesdays & Thursdays Big Girls Don’t Cry featuring Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and Fridays & Saturdays the group invites you to get your dancing shoes on for Fiesta Latina! Each of their shows highlights the tasteful mix of traditional and International tunes that Vallarta loves about this talented group. Los Bambino’s Dinner-Show performances are held at Bambinos Trattoria, delicious and authentic Italian (www.bambinostrattoria.com). Please reserve early, as seating is limited. Find them on Facebook @losbambinostrattoria and find unbiased reviews on Trip Advisor. Bambinos Trattoria is located at Aguacate #314, at the corner of Carranza street in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, just before Mundo de Azulejos. For Los Bambinos reservations: Online (www. bambinostrattoria.com) or 222-4357. See you at Bambinos Trattoria!