Issue 1095, March 29 - April 4, 2018 by Vallarta Tribune

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Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

t the Tribune we want you to have the best experience possible while you explore Puerto Vallarta, the Bay of Banderas and Riviera Nayarit. Here are some helpful tips for traveling. TIME ZONE: The entire state of Jalisco is on Central Time, as is the southern part of the State of Nayarit starting from San Blas in the north. BUSES: A system of urban buses with different routes can bring you from one end of the bay to the other and all the spots in between. If you’re going further than San Pancho, head to the main bus terminal to catch a ‘Pacifico’ bus. Current fare is 7.50 pesos and passengers must purchase a new ticket every time they board another bus. There are no “transfers.” TAXIS: There are set rates within defined zones of town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with the driver first. Make a note of the taxi number in case you leave something behind. Drivers typically do not carry change.

UBER: New in 2017 to Puerto Vallarta, Uber is still experiencing some growing pains particularly in the state of Nayarit. Uber is about 25-50% cheaper than a taxi, but this is subject to change. The benefits of using Uber are set fares and the ability to follow up directly with your driver if there is an incident or you leave an item behind. MONEY EXCHANGE: Typically a bank will give you a higher rate of exchange than the exchange booths (Caja de Cambio). You will need your passport. Better yet, use your bank card to withdraw funds from any ATM. Note that ATM’s in the banks are the safest to use and charge lower fees. DRINKING WATER: While Puerto Vallarta’s water has been

awarded a certification of purity for the past two decades, the quality of the water tested at the source varies greatly from what comes out of the tap at the other end. So do be careful. If you want to be doubly sure, you can pick up bottled water just about anywhere. EXPORTING PETS: Falling in love with the street dog outside your hotel is easy to do and it’s also easy to bring them home with you too. The process is inexpensive and only takes a day or two. You need a certificate of health from a local vet among other things. For the most up-to-date information contact the Puerto Vallarta SPCA at spcapv@ gmail.com. COMMON SENSE: Just as you wouldn’t walk around your hometown drunk and belligerent, it is not acceptable to do that here. While Mexico is a tolerant culture, basic politeness is appreciated. Don’t pee in the streets. Don’t flash your money or expensive gadgets. Pay attention to your surroundings. Know where you are going. Pay your bills (and don’t forget to tip). And have fun! DRINKING AND DRIVING: First off – just don’t. The consequences are not worth it. Taxis or Ubers are cheap and plentiful. Fines are as much as 12,000 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 guilt is presumed until your innocence can be proven. This is a very difficult lesson to learn if you are visiting from the United States or Canada. Immediately contact your consulate for assistance. Director Noemi Zamora noemizamorareynoso@gmail.com Editor Lic. Madeline Milne mmilne@Vallartatribune.com Sales Team editor@vallartatribune.com Designer Cynthia E. Andrade G. cysandra@gmail.com Web Manager Rachel Drinkcard Racheldrinkcard@gmail.com

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

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

Ahoy Cruisers! NAME PASS DATE CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 04/04/2018 NORWEGIAN STAR 2,900 04/04/2018 INFINITY 2,240 05/04/2018 ISLAND PRINCESS 1,974 06/04/2018 RUBY PRINCESS 3,782 10/04/2018 CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 11/04/2018 INFINITY 2,240 14/04/2018 CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 18/04/2018 DISNEY WONDER 2,400 19/04/2018 INFINITY 2,240 20/04/2018 RUBY PRINCESS 3,782 21/04/2018 NORWEGIAN 2,900 22/04/2018

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 April Puerto Vallarta welcomes 44,816 passengers! NAME PASS DATE CARNIVAL SPLENDOR 3,200 25/04/2018 NORWEGIAN STAR 2,900 25/04/2018 MAASDAM 1,258 25/04/2018 NEUW AMSTERDAM 2,200 27/04/2018 ZAANDAM 1,200 28/04/2018

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Easter Bunnies and the Resurrection of Christ

am writing you from the wet and windy west coast of Vancouver Island where I will be for the next two weeks. I am not intentionally avoiding Semana Santa, or the dozens of family members caravanning to my house as I type this, I’m just lucky it worked out that way. For those of you ‘lucky’ enough to be in the bay, hold on to your bathing suit! And don’t drive. Walk, bus, Uber, taxi. Just don’t put another vehicle on the street. In glancing through the Spanish language new sites this week, they are filled with automobile accidents. Now is not the time to rush from one place to another. Take your time and plan accordingly. And be safe. On Friday, if you’re downtown at 9am you can watch the Passion of Christ reenactment. It starts from the Church of Guadalupe and goes through the streets, along the Malecon, ending at Los Arcos. You can also see the same reen-

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accidentally left my Purple iPad with a hand painted red Orange yellow heart on the front, in a green bag at the Guadalupe church last Saturday. I must have set the bag down to say a prayer and then got up and left without it. I am hoping that whoever accidentally took it would kindly bring it back to the church and I would gratefully give a reward to the good Samaritan who found it and returned it to the priest. We have lived in Puerto Vallarta in the winter for the last 10 years and we love everything about it including the people. They are kind and honest and I am confident that I will receive my iPad back to the church. Please give it to the

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actment in Pitillal. The players rehearse for months in advance and the costuming and effects are very well done. It’s an interesting event to watch. Saturday evening/ Sunday morning, parts of Mexico including Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit ‘spring ahead’ one hour. Don’t forget to set your reminders or you’ll be late to Easter Brunch! Sunday is Easter but you won’t see many chocolate eggs or bunnies around, unless you head to Taste at Casa Cupola for their 5th Annual Easter Bonnet Brunch. $429 pesos gets you an all you can eat buffet, a mimosa and a chance to see some fabulous bonnets. Prizes are awarded for the best theme, most fabulous and most

original. You must register by 11am to take part in the judging. Next week will continue to be a crazy busy time on the beaches and in the towns. If you have pets, make sure they’re secured and have nametags with current phone numbers – there is a guy in the tianguis that is now in front of the Pitillal Soriana which does tags for 20-60 pesos in under five minutes. There are no excuses for not tagging your pets. The rockets and fireworks are just getting started and every year at this time dozens of animals get lost. As always, support local, tip generously, pick up your trash and say no to that straw. Sin popote! Safe travels, Madeline

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priest and I will see that you get a reward. Gracias, Barbara Dunn Dear Editor, You have been really wonderful this season about promoting the Free Malecon Sculpture Tours that I give in support of Vallarta´s Public Library, Bibioteca Los Mangos. I wanted to thank you and also to mention that the tours will occur for only three more weeks. As it has for twelve years now, the morning tours start on Tuedays at 9:30 at the Millennium Sculpture next to the Hotel Rosita at the north end of the Malecon. It is scheduled for April 3rd, 10th and 17th. The Free Sunset Malecon Sculpture Tours that are

new this year occur on Thursday evenings at 6:00, starting at Galeria Pacifico at 174 Aldama Street and heading south to the new Demetro Galeria next to Lazarro Cardenas Park. The last Sunset tours for this season happen on April 5th, 12th and 19th. Thank you once again for your continued support. Gary Thompson Owner/Director Galeria Pacifico.

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ur Lady of Guadalupe dominates the spiritual life of the Mexican culture. She appeared as an apparition to an indigenous Indian over 500 years ago and represents compassion, strength, purity and gratitude and is celebrated every December with a joyous festival.

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and raisin rolls to their extensive menu which includes white and whole wheat sourdough loaves, black olive bread, focaccia, ciabatta, sour rye wheat, New York rye, pumpernickel, onion parmesan, multigrain, pecan and raisin bread, apricot and raisin bread, jalapeño and cheese bread and garlic and cheese bread. The bakery is open Monday-Friday from 8 am to 7 pm and Saturdays from 8 am to 2 pm. Artisan Bakery breads can also be found at many of the farmer´s markets

in the area including Olas Altas Farmers Market on Saturday, Nuevo Vallarta on Tuesday, Bucerias on Wednesday, Marina Vallarta on Thursday evenings and Sayulita on Friday. To place an order contact Ana at 322 223 8283 and angis.artisanbakery@gmail. com. Special orders require 48 hours advance notice and there is a minimum of six pieces. Olas Altas Farmers Market If you’re looking for the perfect spot to enjoy tradi-

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Mexico Set to Become Powerhouse of Solar Energy

Mexico Recovers Pilfered Olmec Relics

exico recovered last Tuesday, after 10 years of diplomatic and judicial endeavors, two archaeological gems from the Olmec culture some 3,200 years old, and which were among the works seized in Germany from the controversial collector Leonardo Patterson. The two busts fashioned of ceiba wood and cedar cones, measuring 48 and 30 centimeters (19 and 12 inches) tall, were carved around 1200 BC in what is today the southeastern Mexican state of Veracruz. Only 13 similar pieces have been found, two of which are on show at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City. “We’ve been successful and we’re really happy,” the coordinator of judicial affairs at the National institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) in Mexico, Maria Villarreal, told EFE. She is currently in Germany to receive the antiquities at a restitution ceremony. These are two “very special” busts and “perfectly preserved,” said the expert employed at the El Manati archaeological site, the only dig that has turned up sculptures of the style, antiquity and characteristics identified with the Olmec culture, “one of Mexico’s first.” In addition, the restitution sets a “very important precedent” for Mexico and for other Latin American countries that have complained about the plundering of their cultural heritage, and which find it very hard to win the legal battles needed to get these objects back. “We have done important

work to prove, with clear and precise evidence, that the pieces are Mexican and were taken out of the country illegally. We have been able to prove illegal possession,” Villarreal said. Mexico, she added, will not stop trying to recover treasures of its national heritage, however long and tedious the diplomatic and legal procedures required, as in this case that began in 2008. In that year, German authorities seized in Munich more than 1,100 archaeological items from a moving van coming from Spain, works claimed as his own by Patterson, a Costa Rican living in this German city. Patterson is a highly controversial character in the world of art, sentenced in the United States in 1984 for “fraud” related to pre-Columbian antiquities, and who has been under investigation and on trial on both sides of the Atlantic. The two busts that were recovered, and which are estimated to have been “pilfered at the end of the 1980s,” will be taken this Thursday by Villarreal on a commercial airliner wrapped in “special packaging designed expressly” for their transport. After landing in Mexico, the busts will be taken to the INAH workshops to be “stabilized” and “rehabilitated” – despite being preserved for years in the Bavarian State Archaeological Collection in Munich – and Villarreal hopes they will be exhibited in a “very short time.” Original: laht.com

ith 37 solar power plants under construction and an estimated investment of $5 billion, Mexico is set to become a powerhouse in the solar energy market thanks to regulatory support and enviable geographic advantages. “By 2019 or 2020 when construction will be finished on almost 40 plants, we’ll be generating some 5,000 megawatts with an investment of some $5 billion,” Executive Secretary Israel Hurtado of the Mexican Solar Energy Association (Asolmex) told EFE. This surge in the sector is due to the new Energy Transition Law, which opened the sector to private enterprise, and to the three auctions of electricity projects held up to now. Thanks to the bidding, Hurtado said, Mexico has left behind its status as an emerging market to become one of enormous potential, going from the 150 MW generated just two years ago to the upcoming 5,000 MW. Meanwhile the price of energy is plummeting. “It (solar energy) is even cheaper than natural gas or a combined-cycle power

plant,” Hurtado said, adding that in recent years solar panel technology has reduced production costs and made the panels last much longer, cutting costs by some 80 percent. Asolmex expects investment for developing the projects resulting from the three auctions will mean an increase in gross domestic product (GDP) of over 19 billion pesos (more than $1 billion) and will create some 13,000 jobs. The sector currently has a large presence of foreign companies, which won approximately 90 percent of the projects put out to tender, Hurtado said. These are large corporations like Italy’s Enel, which this Thursday inaugurated Latin America’s largest solar plant with an investment of $650 million in the northern state of Coahuila.

Then there’s Spain’s Iberdrola, which is currently building the Santiago photovoltaic plant in the central Mexican state of San Luis Potosi, scheduled to enter into service by the end of the year with 672,000 solar panels capable of supplying 138,000 homes with electricity. There are also local suppliers and manufacturers of the panels, though most come from China, the world’s largest producer. In Mexico, individuals can have their own solar panels, which reduces the cost by around 95 percent, and in case they have electricity left over, they can inject it back into the system and obtain benefits from the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE). Original: laht.com

New buses roll out in Vallarta Efrén Urrutia Tribune of the Bay fter a long wait of more than four years since it was announced the start of the new public transport system started last week with the first 54 buses that were sheltered for some days in a field of the Rancho Alegre colony, informed this way the president of the company Transportes Unidos Costa Pacifico SA de CV, Luis Alberto Romero Chávez. Luis Alberto Romero Chávez, president of Transportes Unidos Costa Pacifico SA de CV, explained that the 56 buses will start from the “Transfer Center One” located in Ixtapa at the University of Guadalajara Coastal Campus. The Governor of Jalisco, Aristóteles Sandoval Díaz, gave the starting signal, with the aim that before the end of his administration the routes are complete with 327 new buses. In exciting news, the 327 buses will have air conditioning and the ones that pass through the busiest route will have leather and fabric

seats both for comfort and wear and tear. DINA, the company providing the buses will make a total investment of 980 million pesos with an investment return of approx. 10 years, which is one of the reasons the price of the fares will rise. “With the whole system we are talking about 980 million pesos, with a return on investment of around 10 years. We ask citizens to unders-

tand us, it is not easy, it is a greater commitment on our part, “ Romero Chávez explained at the inauguration. Mobility Secretary, Servando Sepulveda on his last visit last January, reported that it would depend on an Autonomous Commission to define the increase from the current rate of 7.50 pesos. The increase is nearly a foregone conclusion because the new are more expensive to run.

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SETAC Announces Semana Santa Prevention Activities

s in years past, SETAC, Puerto Vallarta’s LGBTQ Community Center, will implement a prevention and education strategy during Semana Santa, Mexico’s Spring Break equivalent, with the goal of reducing HIV and other sexually-transmitted infections in Jalisco’s Coastal Region and Banderas Bay. “We know that many tourists flock to Puerto Vallarta during this time of year,” commented Community Center Director, Paco Arjona. With our campaign, titled “The Condom, Your Best Lifesaver,” we hope to distribute thousands of condoms delivered by Jalisco’s AIDS Prevention Committee, along with leaflets with information about sexual responsibility.” This year, SETAC will establish a volunteer-based information booth at Lazaro Cardenas Park from

Thursday, March 29 to Saturday, March 31, 11 am - 5 pm, where visitors and locals will be have access to rapid HIV testing, and information about the diverse activities that take place at the Community Center. In addition, volunteers will be distributing free condoms and information along Los Muertos Beach throughout those days. “Our volunteers will be easy to identify, thanks to a new t-shirt we designed for this campaign,” added Arjona. During the evening of Friday, March 30, said volunteers will also visit LGBTQ establishments in Emiliano Zapata, distributing condoms. “Our goal is to distribute 50,000 condoms. In order to achieve this goal, we are inviting local residents to join as volunteers. More information is available in SETAC’s website, www.setac.com.mx.”

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Altruism, Fun, Food and Great Causes By Adriana Garcia

ccording to the dictionary, yes, some of us still use it, Altruism comes from latin and is related to the word autre, which means other. The full meaning is a conduct of concern for the wellbeing of other; selflessness. Altruism takes vision, organization, capability, hard work and a huge heart. These qualities, plus strong leadership, have been the ingredients of one of the most –maybe the most—successful charity events in the bay for more than a decade. For 14 years Kelly Trainor and the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa, and more recently, Fundación Punta de Mita, have put together the International Altruism Festival (#FIAPV). And when we say put together we mean exactly that: they bring together restaurants, events services, entertainers, and volunteers. About 15 of Marriott’s heads of staff and their respective teams get involved. An open call to non-profits is launched in mid March to participate in the selection process, out of which twenty charities are chosen for the privilege of being part of the festival. All these pieces are precisely assembled and work to create a wonderful experience for approximately 1500 attendees and achieve the best possible fundraising effort for the selected non-profits. So yes, we are talking about months of dozens of people, personal and professional time, dedicated to make #FIAPV happen every year. That is altruism. FIAPV will be held Sunday May 6th at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are now available for $400.pesos pre-sale price ($500.- at the door the night of the event). You can buy them through any of the participating non-profits. To know them all visit: https://www.facebook.com/ FIAPV/ FIAPV is a delicious food, beve-

rage and dessert tasting. With your entrance ticket you can have all the food you want from the best restaurants, bars and pastry shops in town. You can enjoy first class entertainment and get to know 20 social projects of all natures that are working in the bay area to solve and transform the future of people, animals and the environment. These twenty non-profits are committed to use the proceeds of the festival in their core programs and services. Los Mangos Library and Cultural Center, for example, has set a very clear goal for the money we raise through FIAPV this year: for the first time, we are making a serious investment in children’s and especially young adult’s books (which we do not have enough of and not as a collection). Our goal is to raise a minimum of 50,000 pesos to buy these books which users have repeatedly requested

and much more. The donations raised at FIAPV in past years have allowed Los Mangos Library to invest in classroom improvements so that the community can use them and donate fairly for the quality of what they are getting. T his has been an extraordinary help in our search of sustainability. The Library has also used the FIAPV funds to improve the kids summer camp experience. Los Mangos Library is offering ticket delivery, free of charge, if you buy 4 tickets or more. Tickets can be bought at the Library’s front desk Monday through Saturday during business hours. If you are not planning to attend but you want to contribute to this cause, you can also pay a ticket for a volunteer ($250.- pesos). The event raffle will take place from 6 p.m. until the last prize is given out to a winner (we have hundreds of prizes!).

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

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es. It is true. I had an emergency surgery a couple of weeks ago. No, it was not an emergency face lift (I wish) or an emergency butt implant (not interested). Feeling absolutely fine, a sudden pain came on, so intense, so hard, so horrible that it felt as if my guts were being squeezed in a super-vice. And I don’t mean the kind of pain that ebbs and flows with some relief in between. Continual. Non-stop. Fierce. Several drughazed hours later I was in the operating room surrounded by people that I know, love and trust. Several hours after that I understood that I had had what was described as an “occlusion” in my intestine (lower). How the hell did this happen? I had been feeling just great! Looking at some of the video of my surgery (yes, how cool is that?) all I could think

of was the pieces of meat at Costco that have the strings wrapped and tied tightly around them. The strings would be the equivalent of scar tissue and the meat would be my intestine. For whatever reason, my intestine chose that particular time to become inflamed (stress?) swell and the “strings” tightened to the breaking point. Had those “strings” not been removed when they had, the outcome would have been vastly different. Enter Dr. Armand Joya. I do not even have the proper words to describe this man. He is the master of laparoscopy, a master surgeon. He has a gift from a higher power. He may be late (and I might add, he certainly wasn’t in my particular case!). He maybe disorganized. He may drive us all crazy. Who the hell cares? As far as I am concerned, he is a lifesaver. He’s the man! Why do I say “Jungle Drums as the title of this week’s column? I call the

“local gossip” Jungle Drums. I have heard from many drum-beaters that “Pam’s surgery was a result of the bariatric surgery she had several years ago.” This could not be further from the truth. It could also not be further from the anatomical truth. My bariatric surgery was in one part of my abdomen. This scar tissue was in another location and was a result from a large, open surgery that I had almost 30 years ago. So, please, let’s put a stop to these inaccuracies right now! I always try to pull positives out of the bad stuff. A huge positive that resulted from all of this were my kids, specifically my son who basically re-did my house. Cleaned, gutted, painted, new fixtures, repairs, reorganized, tossed and polished. What a guy! I think that I scared the crap out of him with all of this. My children are my heroes. This reorganization at home is ALMOST worth the pain I went through! Of course, now I can’t find anything. “Mom, did you see this? Your Mary Kay 3-speed facial massage brush works great at polishing silver!” How could I ever get mad at him for this, after all he had done. A gigantic thank you to everyone who has texted me, emailed me offering assistance and get well wishes. I am good! Knocking me on my ass has had its benefits and I am taking advantage of this downtime. Very soon (after Semana Santa) it is back to the real world but not without a much deeper appreciation of so many things; friends, family, co-workers, my physicians – and my Mary Kay facial brush. Here’s to a pain-free week!

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Marcia Blondin

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aco Ojeda’s “El Placer de Escuchar” last week, covered 500 years of “Risque” music. Make that; he touched on 500 years of risque music! The theatre at Incanto was packed with enthusiastic fans. The bottom line for this event is: We ALL want more, Paco! I’ll let you know when Risque Music Part II is ready! A couple of very well-attended fundraisers this past week. The first was held at Mantamar Resort to raise money to continue the mosaic-tile work at Parque Lazaro Cardenas in Old Town Vallarta. Nat Moraga and brother Daniel have done an extraordinary job to date, but they are far from being finished. You can help in so many ways – make an outright cash donation to buy tiles, adhesives; take part in a three-day workshop and get your hands dirty. You’ll be so very proud of what you did, and we will enjoy your endeavors forever. It is getting to be crunch time because Natasha would like to have the park finished by Vallarta’s birthday, May 31. The city has given her until the end of 2018 but still, if enough people turned up to help, who knows? Loads of thank-yous: to Mantamar for hosting; for the volunteers that never get enough praise; for the great entertainers some of whom were literally between shows to perform at the event, of course, for free; and finally to Natasha: your dream is coming true and as you so succinctly said, “Everything looks better in color.” Amen to that. The second successful fundraiser brought in over 40,000 pesos for R.I.S.E., the orphanage that began in 2001. It took place at Demetro Galeria across the street from the above-mentioned Parque Lazaro Cardenas. More than 80 people drank wine, bid on silent auction items and enjoyed the hors d’oeuvres that the kids from R.I.S.E. helped make. They also picked up empty glasses, practiced speaking English and were helpful, charming and adorable. Thanks to sculptor

Jim and Eva Demetro for turning their gallery over to Refugio Infantil de Santa Esperanza for such a worthy cause. It is probably the last week to go to visit The Fishermen statue that Jim will gift to the City this coming May. It’s just about finished then it’ll be off to the foundry to be bronzed. Join us this Thursday evening for the soiree that follows Gary Thompson’s free Evening Sculpture Tour that begins at his Galeria Pacifico at 6 and ends at Demetro Galeria. Come and add a piece of clay to the remaining parts of the sculpture while you can! Sunday was the fantastic tenor, Rodolfo’s final concert for the season at Coco Tropical. We had an excellent dinner listening to songs in Spanish, English, and Italian. Many thanks to Heinz Reize and Andres Famania, co-owners of Coco Tropical, who gave Rodolfo a chance to entertain. You will still catch

Rodolfo walking on the pedestrian bridge, pushing his speaker and singing in three languages. It is quite okay to touch his arm gently, tell him your name, shake his hand and put some money into his ‘tip jar’. When the rains come, he’ll be safe, warm and at home with his wife Julia, studying the piano and learning new songs. Incidentally, he is practicing on his new piano so much he can barely move his fingers in the morning! He’s a quick study, and all the Friends of Rodolfo are thrilled to be a part of his continuing progress. Coming up at the Palm this Thursday, Kevin Levesque’s final performances as Miss Conception. He, Amy Armstrong and singing partner Freddy, and a bunch of friends from the Palm descended on Three Hens Market last Saturday. What a super bunch of people. Good luck to all of them over the summer. Catch some rest! Two dear friends – Renee Armand and Paul Aleman are returning to the Red Room next Tuesday, April 3. Their Opening Night starts at 7:30. I fell in love with these two a couple of years ago and am so pleased to see and hear them again. I swear – if you do nothing else until late fall, go and hear Paul and Renee sing. Enchanting all who listen to them, From Here.

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IRS, the Friendly Helper

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Orlando Gotay, Tax Attorney

Sheryl Novak

Orlando Gotay is a California licensed tax attorney (with a Master of Laws in Taxation) admitted to practice before the IRS, the U.S. Tax Court and other taxing agencies. His love of things Mexican has led him to devote part of his practice to the federal and state tax matters of U.S. expats in Mexico. He can be reached at tax@orlandogotay.com or Facebook: GotayTaxLawyer. This is just a most general outline, and is of course, informational only and not meant as legal advice.

Sheryl Novak is an expat Canadian who has owned a home in Mexico for over ten years. She is the owner of SOLutions Mexico and The Furniture Store by SOLutions Mexico. She is an expert on sourcing all styles of furniture for all sizes of budgets, in Mexico.

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very now and then a case lands on my desk that reminds me of how tax administrators of different countries can work together-- to get information (that may lead to $$) on a particular taxpayer. Mr. Hanse, a French citizen that lives in Monaco, was under investigation by French tax authorities. They discovered that Mr. Hanse had sent large amounts of money to a law firm in the U.S. To look into this, the French requested the IRS to get them the information. Since the IRS did not have the information at hand, it was sought by issuing a summons (an order) against the American attorneys. Quite understandably, Mr. Hanse fought in federal court against the IRS’s efforts to summon the information from the lawyers and lost. The federal court ordered the law firm to produce the information. The U.S. has entered into various agreements with countries for the purpose of tax administration (and reduction of double taxation). These agreements have a clause that provide for one country to assist the other in getting information available to it, using its own national tax administration system. The other country makes a request, and the IRS proceeds to get and

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provide the information. In Mr. Hanse’s case the French wanted to know the circumstances behind the payment, what was it for, etc. The info was not in the IRS’s hands. It belonged to a third party. The IRS then ordered the third party to provide it to the IRS. Why, you say, would I write about this in a column aimed at you, my dear U.S. expats in Mexico? The Mexican ‘IRS’ (“SAT”) has used the tax information exchange provisions of the U.S.-Mexico treaty to ask the IRS to get information, too. A few years ago, SAT asked the IRS and got information on U.S. bank accounts owned by a Mexican business. We learned about it (like Mr. Hanse’s case) because it went to court. Otherwise we would have no way of knowing how often it does happen. The Mexico Tax Administration can, if they want, ask the IRS help them in their own investigations by supplying information. So if one comes in the crosshairs of the SAT, this ability to get information from afar may be quite important. That also includes tax returns or return information already in possession of the IRS. Of course, it works backwards, too. IRS…the ever so friendly helper.

More tips on furnishing your rental home

ver the last ten years, my team and I have helped thousands of homeowners throughout Mexico furnish their places with comfortable, long-lasting furniture. Many of those clients rent out their home when they are not here. Last week, I offered some tips on how to furnish a rental unit. Here are some more. Just because it’s a rental does not mean you should buy cheap furniture. Lower cost items get damaged because they are not for commercial use. Instead, invest in mid-priced furniture that is better quality and can stand up to use. Hotels do not buy cheap furniture because it will get damaged. They buy commercial grade because it makes better business sense. If you are renting your unit, buy like a hotel owner, not a homeowner. Buy some suitcase stands. Hotel owners know how to keep their places looking new longer. Suitcase stands are inexpensive and ensure less damage to the room. With the shift in how we are watching TV, it is no longer mandatory to offer satellite TV, a VCR or a DVD player. Instead, it is very important to ensure the flat panel TV in your rental home has a port for an external TV service such as ROKU. If you are renting a two bedroom, having a flat panel TV in the second bedroom is a plus. A second TV can be used by the kids in the event of rain and will be a lifesaver for their parents who can simultaneously enjoy some quiet time in the living area. Invest in well-made outdoor furniture. Buy commercial grade outdoor furniture, not residential grade. Although there is a higher upfront cost, it will save you from having to replace the residential grade furniture three or four times

over during that same period. Hotels invest in commercial grade to get the best return. You should too! Speaking of good outdoor furniture, everyone loves a great barbecue. We recommend to our clients who rent out their homes in Mexico that they invest in a mid to high-end barbecue. A nice grill is a huge plus when renters are looking for a temporary vacation home.

An upgraded outdoor kitchen or barbecue is a selling feature that will get your vacation rental booked quickly. If possible, purchase a furniture package put together specifically for a rental home. Check to make sure the materials used are commercial and not residential grade. Furniture packages for rentals usually focus on less large items that last longer. They may cost a little more, but you will get more for your money. Invest in professional photos of your rental home. Not only will they appeal to potential renters, but it is also a great memento of your beautiful vacation home awaiting your next visit. Although most business cases for rental properties show a furniture lifespan of three to five years, with these tips, you should easily be able to get much longer. Are you interested in getting a checklist of items for a rental home? Email me at sa.novak@ solutionsmexico.com.

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Paradise and Parenting Leza Warkentin

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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.

Easy to Please for Semana Santa

have recently realized that I am so easy to please. I just went on spring break and already I’m having the best and the least expensive time of my whole life, right in the comfort of my own home. Yesterday I found my happy place in my daughter’s room, in the patch of sunlight that hits her bed every morning around 9am. My dog curled up beside me, taking in the lovely warm light, and wrapped in a nice, cozy blanket. The Girly was cleaning out her closet and asking me for advice on what to do with her old Barbies (because no Very Mature elevenyear-old needs Barbies any more). I answered her with a series of grunts given out with the appropriate inflections for “yes”, “no” or “put it in the garbage, child, Malibu Barbie’s gone moldy”. After rising from this little slice

of heaven, I spent the morning moving piles around the house (I call it Spring Cleaning Lite). I got tired, so I wrapped myself up in another blanket on my own bed and curled up beside The Girly, who had also worn herself out making final decisions about her childhood toys. I went outside and read a book for awhile, but both my neighbors have just now returned from their respective lives in the city. Normally this means that they will pull up in at least two vehicles that have been stuffed full of many of the contents from their homes, and spend the rest of the day unpacking and setting up the barbeque. Since there are a lot of people and a few pets involved, it’s usually not very quiet. So I went back inside and lay around some more, which was pretty great too. The children started mentioning hunger, and I realized that they still needed feeding several

times a day, even when I am unmotivated to do so. But now The Boy is thirteen, and needs to use his legs for more than propping up the TV stand. So I sent him for tortillas and I heated up some beans. A bit of broccoli and voila! A full-on food pyramid salute! This. Is. The. Life. No one is pressuring me to do anything else, because once I start really cleaning things, I end up throwing entire shelves away, and everyone in the house develops nervous tics. I don’t like clutter at all, but if I close my eyes or cover them with a pillow, I can ignore it long enough to enjoy a bit of my vacation. I know what you’re thinking: You live in Puerto Vallarta and you are spending the ENTIRE DAY inside your house? Yes. Yes, I am. And if you live here, so will you, until your cupboards are bare and you have to venture out to a grocery store where all of Mexico is shopping for all the same things as you are. Traffic is busy and congested, and it’s ok, because that’s the way it is every year. Vallarta is always hopping during Semana Santa, Holy Week, when the nationals go on vacation and celebrate Easter on the beach. I will probably leave the house a few times during Semana Santa. If you think you might want to do the same, let me offer you a few tips: Go out in the morning if you can, the earlier the better. People generally spend late morning to late night out on the beaches and the streets. If you ever want to enjoy a fine dining experience, now may be a good time to do so. There are many upscale restaurants that do not have huge crowds during holy week. A lot of people who travel during Easter are here to eat on the beach or at street side vendors. Check out the Botanical Gardens. It’s always been an oasis of calm during Easter week, at least when I’ve gone, and there’s so much to see and enjoy! Don’t sweat the small stuff. There are going to be crowds. They are going to be noisy and mostly very happy. My neighbors bring their families to stay all week, and I think it’s amazing to see entire extended families together, truly enjoying each other’s company. If it all gets to be too much, find a patch of sunlight, curl up with a puppy, your kid, or a good book. Trust me, it doesn’t get much better than that.

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Vibes & Vices:

Oficina de Proyectos Culturales

AJ Freeman

cosmiccapt@gmail.com

AJ Freeman is an adventurous spirit, serial friendmaker, and general enthusiast. He lives his everyday life hoping to demonstrate the nearly infinite potential for discovery and wonder on this small wet rock orbiting a dim yellow star in the backwoods of the Milky Way.

t’s a bit of a touchy subject these days, so when asked about my nationality in my travels I’ve been known to issue answers including “French-Canadian” and “Senegalese” as well as every island in the Caribbean from Trinidad to Tobago. Not like it matters, I’m from Earth. Of course, my spiffy buff-andblue passport was purchased from the government of the United States so I suppose I’m an American, and one of the freedoms we enjoy as citizens is the freedom to pay the fine for an unapproved trip to Cuba by cash, check, or credit card. Like anything deemed as off-limits to me, Cuba has always intrigued me, and thanks to Pilar over at OPC (Oficina de Proyectos Culturales, translate it yourself), I was invited to attend a special exhibition known as “The End of the Great Tale” spotlighting perceptions of the forbidden nation from inside through the artistic expressions of those who lived the journey. The Vibes: The evening’s presentation wasn’t my first time

at this compellingly curated art gallery, located in the city’s Centro district a few blocks inland from the Malecon. OPC features a regularly rotating collection of pieces from artists around the world, and invites the area’s aesthetical addicts to explore new perspectives and ponder the nature of inspiration free of charge thanks to the generous contributions of donors and sponsors. The gallery also has a shady outdoor garden area with a Wi-Fi connection that is open to the public during the latter half of the week, so it also makes a convenient alternate office for, say, a weekly lifestyle columnist. The Vices: Besides the seductive allure of free popcorn for the presentation, it was my curiousity about the human beings that fade into a monolith whenever Cuba is the topic that piqued my interest on this visit. The exhibition was thought-provoking as well as visually exciting...my personal favorite piece

was a gem-encrusted pizza that illustrated the reality of wealth inequality, juxtaposing wealth and opulence with basic needs such as food and shelter and possibly suggesting the riches be eaten. I may have arrived at that last interpretation independently. The main event of the evening was a 45-minute film detailing each piece in the collection, giving a new level of depth and meaning to these impassioned speeches in the universal language. It was an opportunity to consider the relative privilege in the circumstances of my birth and an impossible to ignore reminder of the power art holds in illuminating an idea. It was noted art critic and philosopher Arthur C. Danto that crystallized the sentiment “where there is no narrator, there is no history”... through the exhibition, these artists were able to transcend their origins and enrich the human experience, if only one monkey at a time. The Verdict: If it is truly creative expression that makes us human, OPC fills an indispensable role in the community, giving Vallarta veterans and visitors alike access to the

talents of local and international artists. The gallery is a relaxing escape from the bustle of Centro

on a sunny afternoon or a stimulating first stop on a breezy evening... maybe I’ll catch you there.

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entertainment Gypsy Rumba, Ballet Folklorico Tradiciones and ‘Book of Mormon’ star Daniel LeClaire at Incanto

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ward-winning Ballet Folklorico Tradiciones will present Mexican folk dances from several states in Mexico, featuring adult and child dancers. One show only, March 31 at 8pm. Present local MX identification for two-for-one tickets. Jazz, Pop, and Soul recording artist, Daniel LeClaire, who starred in the Original Broadway Tour cast of ‘The Book of Mormon’ and ‘Hairspray’, will present a cabaret show featuring a wide-range of musical genres, accompanied by pianist Dennis Crow. Two nights only, April 2, 3 at 8pm. Cheko Ruiz & Alex Gonzalez of Gypsy Rumba will have their own show in the piano bar on most Saturdays at 9:30pm starting April 7. Gypsy Rumba will play high-energy Rumba, Flamenco and Latin rhythms with their full band on Sundays at 8pm starting April 8. Gospelicious Gospel Brunch featuring the Holy Host Singers and pianist/Music Director David Troy Francis. Hosted by Tracy Parks. April 8 & 22 12pm. Bohemia Viva’s ‘The Sound Garden’ plays on Wednesdays at 6:30pm, with varying theme nights weekly. Media Luna plays highenergy Flamenco, Rock, Huapango.

Special guests. Fridays at 8pm starting April 6 in the main theater. Classic stage comedy ‘Greater Tuna’, starring Ron Spencer and Tracy Parks is chock-full of eccentric characters with small minds and big hearts. Extended by popular demand! See Incanto’s website for updated dates/times. In the piano bar ‘Jay-Gee’ Comeau plays piano Mon. and Thurs. at 5pm through March 29. Singer-songwriter Zoe Wood plays originals/covers on acoustic guitar Mon. at 7:30pm. She will play on Thursdays at 5pm beginning April 5. Tongo plays Latin/Cuban rhythms on his handmade flutes/drums on Tues. at 7:30pm. Also select mornings starting at 10am with Joby Hernandez on the riverside terrace. Joby Hernandez plays pop/rock favorites on guitar Wed. at 5pm. Also select mornings daily on the riverside terrace starting at 10am with Tongo. The Red Suitcases play classic rock/pop Sun. and Wed. at 7:30pm. Open Mic is Thurs. at 7:30pm. ‘The Joanie Show’ starring Joan Houston and Bob Bruneau Fri. at 5pm. Bingo with Pearl is Sat. at 4pm. Special guests including Ballet

Folklorico Tradiciones and Amber the male belly dancer.Moruno plays Mediterranean, Arabic, Flamenco Sat. at 7:30pm. Pianist Dennis Crow plays standards and showtunes Sun. at 5pm, Mon. at 10pm, Tues. at 5pm and Fri. at 7pm with singer Luis Villanueva. Salsa dancing/lessons is held on Wed. & Sun. at 8pm on the upper terrace. All are welcome. Happy Hour daily 2-6pm. All-new, ‘The Zen Hour’, is 4-5pm daily with soft music in the piano bar to enjoy a conversation or hold a business meeting. 2x1 show tickets offered during this hour only on select current shows. Limited quantities. For online tickets with no booking fees and more detailed information visit www.IncantoVallarta.com No cover in the piano bar. Box Office hours are 9am to 11:30pm daily. Casual dining is always available. Beginning April 9, Incanto will be closed on Mondays. 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.

Daniel Le Claire April 2, 3 - 8 PM at Incanto

aniel LeClaire is a Jazz, Pop, and Soul recording artist currently residing in Los Angeles. He starred in the Original Broadway Tour cast of The Book of Mormon, performing with Gavin Creel in over 1,200 shows. Daniel also sang for Betty White on her 90th Birthday Special televised by NBC. He performed as Fender in the Hollywood Bowl production of HAIRSPRAY alongside Harvey Fierstein and has shared the stage with Nick Jonas, John Stamos, All American Rejects, Amy Poehler,

Carol Burnett, Wayne Newton and many more. Daniel has performed at world-renowned venues, such as The Kennedy Center, Fabulous Fox and Place des Arts. His most recent jazz show is currently sailing the high seas with Norwegian Cruise Line. “FABULOUS!” – CHER “Such a sweetheart and what a voice!” – Betty White “Incredibly Dapper” – ADELE “So expressive and musically haunting” – Liz Caplan (Celebrity Vocal Coach)

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‘Where in the World Is Miss Conception?’ ByDebbie White

rag performers are a lot of fun and Vallarta has one of the most talented and sought after stars of drag, Miss Conception. Kevin Leveque created his lovable, energetic character, Miss Conception, about 18 years ago and has been selling out shows around the world with these entertaining shows ever since! The costumes, the original themes, the parodies, the singing, the drama and the side-splitting comedy are all a recipe for a spectacular entertainment experience! This season, the international Female Delusionist®, Miss Conception launched her new show ‘Where in the World is Miss Conception?’, taking us around the world with phenomenal singing, dancing, humor and incredible instant costume changes. In her new show, Miss Conception took us from Cuba (with two cute cabana boys) to NYC’s Statue of Liberty to Mexico (with a real Mariachi singer). We flew to London, England with Queen Elizabeth rocking out to “Dancing Queen,” along with a little Spice Girl action. Following that, we traveled to Egypt where Miss Conception and her volunteers, “Walked like an Egyptian.” The next destination was ‘Gay Par-ee’,

with a Moulin Rouge theme. After a short intermission we headed to Australia with the help of a kangaroo and then ventured on to India’s Taj Mahal. We experienced “That’s Amore” in Italy with some pizza pie and a little River Dancing in Ireland. To end the evening, we were inspired by a Canadian Mountie singing a slightly altered version of the National Anthem to an enthusiastic audience. Each location was presented with an exciting background video, gorgeous, original costume and live singing and dancing. And as always there was wonderful, tongue-in-cheek humor from the very witty, and a little naughty, Miss Conception. The audience simply loved the show! With thunderous applause and a standing ovation, we knew that Miss Conception had once again delivered! So if you are looking for some of the very best Vallarta entertainment, see ‘Where in the World is Miss Conception?’ in her final performance of the season on Thursday, March 29 at 9:30pm. And don’t miss her in Toronto in early summer and later in Provincetown, MA. The creativity, originality, vocals, dancing, costumes and humor all add to up a completely entertaining performance. For more information or tickets please go to: www.thepalmcabaret.com.

Luna Lounge Bucerias Throws End of The Season Party April 4th By Debbie White t’s a little sad to have to say goodbye to such a tremendous season of entertainment at Luna Lounge Bucerias. It’s been the best one on record, with exciting new shows added this year and favorite ones that returned. The level of talent has been breathtaking and the constant, sold-out performances are proof that Luna Lounge continues to be the North Shore’s premiere entertainment venue! April 3 is the final three ‘Crazy Bitches’ shows. After you enjoy your delicious meal from the grill, Miss Diva Divine and her gals will entertain you in their final shows of the season, with musical parodies and adult comedy starring celebrities like, Beyoncé, Celine Dion, Cher, Madonna, Tina Turner, and more! ‘The Crazy Bitches’ will once again take their show on the road this summer in Canada in July and August. For show dates keep checking the website: www.lunaloungebucerias.com. The annual ‘Empty the Fridge Party’ that closes out the season, will take place on Wednesday, April 4. Admission is free and there will be ‘live music.’ You’ll be able to purchase food and drinks and celebrate the close of a fabulous season of entertainment at Luna Lounge. We’d like to thank Marty Edwards for his incredible The ‘Kenny Rogers’ tribute last week. His performance really thrilled us and we hope he’ll be back next year! We also enjoyed ‘Dwight Blake and The Groove Brothers’ as

they presented their stylish, new show. Their performance was phenomenal and the audience absolutely loved every minute of the show! Luna Lounge would like to thank all those who made this season so remarkable. Thanks go out to managers, Laurie and Chelsey, for their consistent support and hard work. And congratulations to Laurie, who has purchased the Bucerias restaurant, ‘Chin Gon’ that will open over the summer. Thanks also goes out to the Luna Lounge wait staff: Jesus, David, Liz, Sergio, Ulises and Destry and too our beloved bartender, Ezequiel. A special thanks goes to Chef Daniel and his Sous Chefs, Olga and Isela for preparing such scrumptious food ! And without a doubt, we all appreciate Gillian, Luna Lounge’s gracious hostess, who greets us with warmth and helps to make our entrance and seating arrangements a smooth and pleasant experience.

And thank you to Suzy who keeps Luna Lounge clean and looking good! And a BIG THANKS goes out to Merv Buchanan of Trend Entertainment (and his wife Sandy) for sourcing all of the wonderful entertainment and performers. Luna Lounge wouldn’t be where it is today, without the valuable assistance and dedication of Merv. And a million thanks to David and Maureen, who serve as concierges to the stars. Thanks for the energy, commitment and dedication they have displayed all season! And finally, Luna Lounge would like to thank all the valued guests who support the venue week after week, month after month and year after year! It’s been my privilege to write a weekly article for the Vallarta Tribune that highlights the entertainment. What a fantastic experience it’s been to inform readers about this exciting venue on the North Shore! I’d like to thank Hugh and Simon, the beloved owners of Luna Lounge, for pouring their hearts and souls into each new season! They love their clients and that’s a big reason for the success of this venue. When you step foot into Luna Lounge, you’re always warmly greeted like family! So come share a toast to another fun season. We hope to see you on April 4th for the blow out, ‘Empty the Fridge Party.’ And as many of us head back home for the summer, we’ll take with us some wonderful memories of great times at Luna Lounge!

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Easter Bonnet Brunch raises funds for SETAC

aste Restaurant at Casa Cupula is pleased to announce the 5th Annual Easter Bonnet Brunch on Easter Sunday, April 1st. Easter Bonnet Brunch is a whimsical and fun way to celebrate the holiday with creative and outrageous bonnets. $3000 pesos in cash and prizes will be awarded in the following categories: most original, best theme, and most fabulous. The event will be hosted by Puerto Vallarta’s famous Chi Chi Rones and Joanna from “Dueling Drag Divas”, This year’s Brunch will benefit SETAC, Puerto Vallarta’s LGBT community center dedicated to fighting HIV/AIDS. Brunch is served from 10am- 2pm, and is all you can eat for $429 pesos. The spread includes breakfast and lunch dishes, desserts, quesadillas, tacos, cured meats and cheeses, fruits and juices plus coffee or tea as well as one Mimosa or Bloody Mary. VIP Unlimited mimosas are available for $300 pesos Contestants must register by 11am and judging begins at noon. Reservations can be made by email to taste@casacupula.com. Taste Restaurant’s recent renovations include air conditioning and a new awning to allow for a lovely dining experience rain or shine. With large indoor and outdoor video screens, the restaurant hosts intimate private dinners and large events. Visit Taste at www.taste.com.mx for more information and online reservations. Visit SETAC’s Facebook page for more info.

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First Pacific Polo Circuit in Riviera Nayarit

he 1st Pacific Polo Circuit takes place from March 24 to April 8. Endorsed by the Mexican Polo Federation, it brings together two world-class venues on the coasts of Nayarit and Jalisco. The competition seeks to consolidate the region’s polo at the highest level with the participation of two clubs: La Patrona Polo & Equestrian Club & Costa Careyes Polo Club.   The 19th Agua Alta Cup will take place during Holy Week (March 24-31) in Careyes, Jalisco; the 4th Jaguar Cup will take place during Easter Week (April 5-8) in San Pancho.    The teams competing for the Jaguar Cup are from Mexico (Mexico City, Guadalajara, San Francisco Nayarit, Monterrey), Argentina, Portugal and Guatemala. The trophy is a jaguar sculpture created by Huichol artists from San Pancho. Thomas Elliot, Equestrian Director for La Patrona Polo & Equestrian Club, explained there will be six teams participating in the Agua Alta Cup and four in the Jaguar Cup, with a handicap of 5 to 7 goals.

The teams participating in La Patrona include: Esteta Polo, Costeñito, Agua Alta and La Patrona, with four players each

who will be using at least 80 horses for the duration of the tournament.   www.lapatronapoloclub.com

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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

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. March 25 – 31 Holy Week Get ready for Holy Week and Easter! Plenty of sun, sea, and, sand with a lot of activities for everyone to have a wonderful vacation. Friday, March 30

Traditional Passover Seder at 6:30 PM at the River Café. Reservations with payments, are requested. Adults, 850 pesos or children 5 to 10, 425 pesos free for children 4 and under. Please make your reservations by March 20, 2018 with the River Cafe via Paypal. More info: helth1@sbcglobal.net. Sunday, April 1 Easter Bonnet Brunch Taste at Casa Cupala $3000 pesos in prizes for each category: 1) Most original, 2) Most fabulous, 3) Best theme Brunch $429 peso Portion of proceeds to SETAC

April 25-28 Cuisine Of The Sun 2018 Villa La Estancia – Third annual gourmet Food and Wine Festival will bring together some of the biggest names in food as well as top chefs from around the world. Toll Free: 1 800 831 1191 May 6 Altruism Festival Annual fundraising festival featuring top restaurants that supports twenty local charities. Hosted at the Marriot CasaMagna. Stay tuned for more details. May 25-26 RHA Festival in Punta Mita rhafestival.com

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Understanding your insurance policy BEFORE you travel

hen you decide to go on a vacation, you try to take care of each and every one of the aspects to so you don’t need to worry about anything and you can just lay back and relax. But, sometimes your vacation does not go as expected and your travel insurance is the only salvation. Many people quickly click the add-on insurance available when they purchase their ticket, doing little research and ultimately purchasing a plan that is of little benefit. Hospiten Puerto Vallarta presents you some tips to consider when planning your travel and health insurance for your next vacation to Puerto Vallarta. 1.- Know the limitations. Many people think they can just present their insurance card and everything will be taken care of. This is very rarely the case. Insurance coverage is subject to many restrictions; before the insurer makes a decision and reports back to the hospital whether it will cover a patient, it can take several days. And many policies do not makes direct payments to hospitals. This means you will need to leave a deposit until the insurance company has reponded. Usually only with a credit card or cash. 2.- Understand how the payment are determined. What are the common reasons why the care is covered through reimbursement? • Hospitalization for less than 24 hours • Not having all the insurance documentation during medical care • Attend hospitals outside the medical network. Often the policy does not have direct coverage abroad or possibly assuming you have an international travel option, when in fact you don’t. 3.- Identify those services that are not usually covered by insurance. It is important to know that this information is also found in the detail of the contracted policy, but in general the most frequent rejections are due to: • Pre-existing conditions. • Time or age conditions. Many insurers have specific clauses where they do not authorize specific treatments before the contractor meets a certain age. • Alcohol, drug or other substance abuse. Many insurances when dealing with accidents request testing to confirm if the

accident was caused by the use of any of these substances. • High-risk activities. Don’t go sky-diving and expect your insurance to cover any accidents. 4.-Know which are the most common types of insurance Major Medical Insurance: The most common insurance policies purchased in the market, only cover fees directly to the Hospital when a patient requires to stay for more than 24 hours. Any other service is reimbursed. Before traveling it is advisable to verify if the insurance has coverage abroad and outside the network of providers. Fee-for-Service Insurance: For hospitalization only, usually contracted with banks, this type of insurance, regardless of the condition, reimburses the amount contracted when the patient stays more than 24 hours in a hospital. Travel Insurance: This insurance is only purchased for the period in which the person is away from their place of origin. They have different coverages according to the policy and can cover hospitals outside the country. They are highly recommended as they are specialized but it is important to note that they often have excessive restrictions and should often be combined with Evacuation Insurance. Evacuation insurance, unlike travel insurance, this insurance does not cover medical expenses abroad, they only work to evacuate patients to their place of origin. It is important to mention

that coordinating an evacuation may take time and the patient must be stable to be a candidate for a transfer. This insurance should not be purchased on it’s

onw but rather with a travel insurance poilicy. Hospiten Puerto Vallarta offers personalized advice on this subject and invites you to consider

this information when purchasing a policy. Without a doubt, the best way to protect yourself is to have complete understanding of your insurance.

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Los Bambinos turn Semana Santa into Giving Back By Christina Larson

uring over a decade performing together, Los Bambinos strive to support community organizations in Puerto Vallarta annually. This season, the group has selected a fabulous local organization Corazón de Niña as the recipient of their donation, with a twist! The four Morales brothers are pleased to open the stage to one of the young men growing up in the Corazón de Niña home, Axel Solis. I met Axel a month ago at the Corazón de Niña annual Valentines Day Gala event. He sang La Llorona and explained in great English the story behind the song. I felt moved to offer this talented young man a musical immersion experience. Like a respectful mother, I asked permission from Melissa (the mother of the nearly 50 children who call Corazón de Niña home) if I could invite her son Axel to perform with Los Bambinos. I trusted that Los Bambinos could be swayed to modify their show for a couple of weeks. Axel was so

excited to receive the invite! After their first rehearsal, Los Bambinos expressed that they were delighted to share the stage with such a talented young man. Inspired by music, Axel fills Corazón de Niña with song. He will continue his passion for music by embarking on a music study program at a University in Guadalajara this upcoming semester. Los Bambinos are happy to show support to the Corazón de Niña home and Axel’s University endeavor by donating a portion of all show and merchandise proceeds during the two weeks of Semana Santa/ Spring Break to this noble cause. Axel Solis special performance at Bambinos Trattoria Friday, March 30th, and Friday, April 6th, as a part of Los Bambinos’ regular two-hour show “FIESTA LATINA!” Reserve your table now, for the best seats in the house and enjoy a great night out, while supporting budding artist Axel Solis! Come to Bambinos Trattoria to feed your body with an authentic Italian meal, while Los Bambinos

nourish your soul with heartfelt harmony and masterful music Los Bambino’s six weekly, 8-10 PM shows: Monday & Tuesday Beatle Mania: Tribute to the Beatles Wednesday & Thursday Big Girls Don’t Cry featuring Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Friday & Saturday Fiesta Latina | Latin Party featuring Axel Solis March 30th and April 6th Each of their shows highlights the tasteful mix of traditional and International tunes that Vallarta loves about this talented group.  Los Bambinos present their shows at Bambinos Trattoria (www.bambinostrattor ia.com) located at Aguacate #314, at the corner of Carranza street in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, just before Mundo de Azulejos. Dinner seating begins at 6:30 PM Music starts at 8:00 PM. Bambinos Trattoria is Find show and ticket Information online or (322) 222-4357, English spoken. See you at Bambinos Trattoria!

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Busing Banderas Bay Bruce Howells

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Bruce is a retired Canadian, who along with his wife Velma, took a “mulligan” on life and escaped the cold of Canada and settled in the Vallarta area. Fulfilling a retirement dream of not driving anymore, Bruce will use public transportation to tour the bay and tell his tales here. Tips and itineraries welcome. Email: busbanderasbay@gmail.com

Destination: Bucerias to Puerto Vallarta’s Riverfest Music Festival The Experience: We heard about Riverfest via Facebook, the seventh annual fundraiser for the Pasitos de Luz foundation. (Special needs children). The list of musicians performing read like a who’s who of musical talent. We were confident of a sunny day so purchased patron tickets; early admission, meal, tapas, a margarita or beer, free water/pop plus a reserved shaded table. Eight hundred pesos well spent. General admission at the gate for Saturday was 100 pesos. We had friends visiting from Calgary and they were anxious to join us on this adventure. We set out from Bucerias mid-morning, arriving in Vallarta in great time. We shared a cab from the Las Glorias area (150 pesos). What an amazing cab ride up the tunnel road to Paso Ancho. Arriving at our destination the cab was surrounded by kids opening your door and helping you out. They all received tips. We were early, first ones in the patron line, we weren’t about to miss a minute of the activities. The concert started on time with Stolie and she did not disappoint. By this time the tapas for patron tickets were available; a great selection of appetizers from local restaurants / caterers.

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My wife was quiet and not looking well. When the second band came on (Jamaican Brothers) she admitted she wasn’t feeling well. The patron buffet was opening in fifteen minutes, I suggested I would eat and then we would go home and our friends could stay and enjoy the day. I never did make it to the buffet. We decided to leave immediately. Volunteers provided a chair in the shade and flagged a cab. We negotiated a great price, (300 pesos) to take us to Bucerias, a forty-five minute drive with no return fare. Ended up giving him 350 pesos. We love public transportation in Mexico. Meanwhile, at the festival, friends from Bucerias when hearing of Velma’s illness and departure offered our guests a ride home if needed. (Mucho gracias Diane and Jason!) One of the qualities we appreciate from the local music scene is

how friendly musicians are when not performing. Members from Trez Cuartoz recognized our guests from earlier in the week and asked what song they would like. They opened with the song they choose (Sound of Silence) and when relating the story, they had big grins and were vibrating. After the concert when members from Soul Trip heard what had happened to us they said friends of Velma and Bruce were friends of theirs and offered them a ride into Old Town. WOW! They got to ride with the band, they were so excited. They caught a cab back to our place (400 pesos with tip) and related their adventures. Basically, a warm sunny day filled with music, cold beer, great food, an amazing location and wonderful hospitality that raised a record $362,640 pesos for local special needs kids. Though the day did not turn out the way we planned, we were filled with pride that our Calgary friends were able to experience the kindness and sense of family that we experience every day with our friends in Mexico. They felt safe and loved at all times.

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In Puerto Vallarta the Vallarta Tribune is available for pick up at the tourist offices in the main plaza as well as in Park Lazaro Cardenas. You can shop and pick up a copy of the Tribune at the Friday Marsol Market, the Olas Altas Farmer’s

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, Marriot Resort Nuevo Vallarta: Eddies, Barra-

cuda’s, Nopalitos, US Consulate, Chasers Sports Bar. Bucerias: The Furniture Store, Yo-Yo Mo’s, Luna Lounge, Esquina 22, The Lateral Cafe La Cruz: Oso’s Oyster Bar, Octopus Garden, Britannia Pub

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The Bucerias Beat By Kiri Westby

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Kiri Westby is an international activist and a writer, whose unique blogs have been featured on HuffPost and Good Morning America, and translated into multiple languages. Kiri is a mother of two and a practicing Buddhist, who was born in Boulder, Colorado, but has lived all over the globe. She recently relocated with her family to Bucerias. Nayarit.

The Power of the Written Word

s we enter Semana Santa and Semana Pasqua— two delicious, nationwide weeks of pausing life’s busy schedule—I’m looking forward to diving into a good novel, and losing myself in the magic of literature. Many years ago, a group of retirees had the inspiration to create Bucerias’ first library. After years of planning and fundraising, they opened the Biblioteca Rey Nayar in 2011 (like many places, including our State, named after King Nayar, who ruled this region in the 1500’s). Seven years later, the library now serves an average of ten to fifteen kids per day, mostly with homework help, but also as a place to gather and read, or join in their ongoing book club! I lugged a bag of dusty old novels down to the Biblioteca’s annual book sale this week, held poolside at Bungalows Arroyo. Vacationers perused and purchased donated novels, the profits from which fund

new Spanish language books for the library. I love the thought of each of those worn mysteries, unrequited love stories, and adventure tales continuing to inspire vacationers while simultaneously sparking a love of reading in our local children. For twenty-five pesos, I bought the entire Chronicles of Narnia to read to my seven-year-old, and thought about the ripple effect on the life of some other seven-year-old we may never meet. The power of the written word, passed from hand to hand, generation after generation, is truly a gift worth preserving in an increasingly digitized world. I spoke with one of the Biblioteca founders, Rita Kollock, who informed me that, sadly, she is the last living member of the original library organizers! Rita’s been collecting, recycling and manifesting literacy in Bucerias for over two decades, and her impact is palpable, even in the way her peers speak of her commitment. I wondered which story it was that first grabbed her; which fictional character had inspired such a deep love of literacy to last

a lifetime? Luckily, Rita is not alone in her dedication and is aided by a group of loyal volunteers and staff, ensuring that the library is open year round. Saturday morning, I found Rosa and Benjamin inside the bright pink Biblioteca, preparing to read with a few kids who seemed genuinely excited to be there on the first day of Spring Break! I also found Donette, who I had met diligently counting pesos at the book sale, now happily organizing books and sweeping up leaves in the front yard, doing whatever necessary to help the library succeed...another victim of great literature. The whole place was delighted to report that the Biblioteca Rey Nayar has again been selected as a beneficiary of the annual International Festival of Altruism, coming to Puerto Vallarta on the 6th of May, 2018. Rosa informed me that the proceeds from last year’s Festival were enough to pay the library’s monthly bills and keep their programs running for an entire year! Jacqueline Kennedy once said, “There are many ways to enlarge a child’s world. Love of books is the best of all.” If you’d like to enlarge a Mexican child’s world, you can start by attending this year’s Altruism Festival and transform a fun evening into the gift of reading. The Biblioteca also accepts donations of used books to re-sell, and is currently seeking volunteers qualified to teach English to children. To purchase festival tickets, (400p ahead of time, 500p at the door) or to get more involved with programs at the Biblioteca Rey Nayar, send an email to: bibliobucerias@gmail.com.

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Rita Kollock, the last living member of the original library founders, still raising funds after decades of dedication to local literacy.

Vacationers help turn poolside novels into new Spanish books for the library at the annual book sale.

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SPCA of Puerto Vallarta By Janice Gonzalez

hings were a bit slow this past week at both markets, but we are sure to pick up now that the Easter crowd is arriving. Come by to visit 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. The final market Saturday is April 28. 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 or 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: 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. Please be aware that our adoption fee within Mexico is $2,000 pesos. Contact us at spcapv@ gmail.com to obtain an adoption application. To make donations via PayPal, select the “Donate” option on our Facebook page www.facebook. com/spcapv or on our website at http://spcapv.com/donate/. You can drop off any donations for the SPCA at the Olas Altas Farmers Market, the Marina Art & Market or at Hacienda San Angel located at Calle Miramar 336, above Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in El Centro. Get involved…rescue, adopt, foster, volunteer, donate or educate. You can learn more about the SPCA Puerto Vallarta by checking us out at www.spcapv.com/home or on Facebook.

Pity The Poor Mexican By John Warren t’s hard learning another language. Trust me, I know from my own attempts to pick up enough Spanish to make feeble attempts at conversation with the friendly taxi drivers here. But have pity for Mexicans who are trying to learn English. ( Why does “poor” mean both evoking sympathy and lacking pesos? ) Last week I went to the International Friendship Club (IFC) to listen and learn at the graduation ceremonies of the forty or so graduates from the club’s English Outreach program. What a great experience that was! From January to March, IFC provided free English classes, twice a week for ten weeks to any Mexican who wanted to learn English. Twenty or so volunteers from Canada and the USA gave their time to help Mexicans, aged between nine and ninety, learn our crazy language so that employees could improve their job skills and school-aged students could learn too. Ten young kids and thirty teenagers/adults made up the Class of 2018. The English Outreach classes have been offered for five years now and each year it becomes more and more popular with Mexicans. However, many of them find that the timing of the classes (4:00 to 5:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays) makes it difficult for them to attend and so IFC is planning to offer Saturday morning classes next year. One of the students, Julio Olavarria, told me that he was born in Puerto Vallarta, graduated from high school here, went to university at UNIVA and then moved to Guadalajara to work because, at that time, he had no English. There, he trained as an accountant and an administrator but he was homesick for his family so he moved back here a few months ago and now works as a condominium administrator. But, like so many people here he needs to communicate with his condo owners who speak only English so, since January, he has been studying English with IFC and at Proulx. Julio, this guy who has been learning English for just three months, gave a speech on behalf of all of the students thanking the teachers, the administrators (Lee Anderson and Gail Jarema) and the grand organizer, Etta Jacobs. Sure, his English is a bit fractured but for we unilinguists but it’s good to remember the saying “Never make fun of someone who speaks broken English. It means they know another language.” Included in the students

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was team of a mother and her three sons as well as a mother and daughter combo. What better way to encourage education than to participate in it with your kids! Bravo! One grandmother teaching another. Louella, one of IFC’s very active members, spent ten weeks helping Maria improve her English. Maria is fifty, has three children, two grandchildren and, because she grew up in a rural village, a sixth grade education. Once her youngest child, Josué, has finished high school Maria plans to enter university and will find her English acumen a great asset there. Her husband, Hector, is her biggest supporter. Bravo! Some of the adults receiving their certificates from IFC were very emotional as they hugged and thanked their teachers. For some of them it was the first time that their efforts, either in education or in life, had been acknowledged by teachers and peers. But how hard can it be to learn English as a second language? There are hundreds of examples of quirks that exist in the spelling and pronunciation of English but think about this as an example of the daftness of our Mother Tongue …”Laid is pronounced like Paid but not Said and Said is pronounced like Bread but not Bead and Bead is pronounced like Lead but not Lead.” I’m amazed that so many Mexicans excel at our language. However let’s not forget that when writing Spanish we have to pay very careful attention. For example,….. Mi papá tiene 47 años = My father is 47 years old but….. Mi papa tiene 47 anos (no accents) = My potato has 47 assholes. However, if I add just a capital letter….Mi Papa tiene 47 anos = My pope has 47 assholes. This year’s English Outreach program at IFC saw teachers and students share a lot of education, fun and personal commitment to each other. We look forward to doing it again next January. For more information about IFC please see www. ifcvallarta.com BTW, the closing brunch will be held at Oscar’s Restaurant on Sunday, 8th April at 10:00am. Everyone is welcome. Tickets available from the website above.

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