Issue 1123, October 11 - 17 , 2018 by Vallarta Tribune

NEWS

Vallarta to Raise Bus Fares Page 6

EVENTS

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Cannabis Caravan @CUC

Viva la Vida Why I Love Canadians

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World Migratory Bird Day to be celebrated in Banderas Bay Page 17

MAP OF BANDERAS BAY

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Intercam cleans 60kg from Litibu beach

n Saturday, September 22nd, the Intercam Bank team from the Puerto Vallarta, Flamingos and Sayulita branches; in company of their families and friends, carried out, for second year in a row, the clea-

ning of beaches in the International Beach Cleanup Day. With almost 100 volunteers, the cleaning of approximately three kms of beach in LitibĂş, Nayarit was done. When finished, a little over 60 kg of garbage was collected!

This activity, besides being important for the conservation of the environment, helps to encourage awareness and habits in caring for their environment among the youngest citizens of the bay.

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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. 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

IMMIGRATION: 322.224.7719 CONSUMER PROTECTION: 01.800.468.8722

FIRE DEPARTMENT: 322.223.9476 AMBULANCE: 322.222.1533

TOURISM OFFICES Jalisco: 322.221.2676 Nayarit: 322.297.1006

Ahoy Cruisers!

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

In port this month

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CARNIVAL SPLENDOR NORWEGIAN JEWEL VOLENDAM NIEUW AMSTERDAM INFINITY NORWEGIAN BLISS CARNIVAL SPLENDOR NORWEGIAN JEWEL SOLSTICE DISNEY WONDER INFINITY NORWEGIAN BLISS NORWEGIAN PEARL NORWEGIAN JEWEL GRAND PRINCESS DISNEY WONDER NORWEGIAN BLISS EURODAM

3,200 03/10/2018 2,240 04/10/2018 1,432 05/10/2018 2,106 06/10/2018 2,240 06/10/2018 4,004 08/10/2018 3,200 10/10/2018 2,240 11/10/2018 2,850 11/10/2018 2,400 11/10/2018 2,240 12/10/2018 4,004 16/10/2018 2,846 17/10/2018 2,240 18/10/2018 2,600 18/10/2018 2,400 22/10/2018 4,004 23/10/2018 2,104 25/10/2018

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In the month of October Puerto Vallarta welcomes 60,004 passengers! NAME

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4,004 30/10/2018 3,200 31/10/2018 1,850 31/10/2018 2,600 31/10/2018

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The last few days of quiet

appy belated Thanksgiving to all my fellow Canadians. Having lived here for over seven years, (Canadian) Thanksgiving is a thing of the past. It’s barely a blip on my radar, though I know many who are here during this time head out to Blake’s or Cap’t Dons for roast turkey with all the fixings. Now that you can get pumpkin pie locally I feel like I can enjoy the crucial flavours of this holiday anytime. Not unlike during the US version, this time of year typically signifies the start of the Canadian migration back to Banderas Bay. I’ve heard from more than one person up north that they’ve shoveled snow in the past week. I haven’t even put a blanket on my bed. I was in Costco last week, and I didn’t notice a surge in vitamin D deficient tourists yet, but I suspect that will change very soon. Pam Thompson hosted her annual Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Wave cocktail event last week at San Javier Hospital

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ADOPT ME! Manches and her brother Guapo are two rescue kittens looking for a forever home. Very fluffy and friendly. Email me if you have space in your home and heart. in Marina, and if you missed it, she has another at Lujo Lifestyles on Calle Lazaro Cardenas in Bucerias on October 18. More details in these pages. She is also hosting a fashion show and brunch with La Sirena Reina at Bravos on October 28. Seats will go quick. Send Pam an email if you want to RSVP. Many restaurants are opening their doors after a quick vacation and/or renovation. Every day I’m seeing notices about new spots to check out. Columnist extraordinaire AJ Freeman shares his finds with us weekly. Look for his column on the funkiest spots in town. There is no shortage of great places to dine and if you’re looking for something a little more unique check

From simple hotels to luxurious resorts the Vallarta Tribune has collected all the available daypass details so you can relax poolside from Punta Mita to Mismaloya. You’re welcome.

out the Vallarta-Nayarit Gastronomica events taking place this weekend. Visit vallartanayaritgastronomica.com for a complete list of events and participating restaurants and chefs. The artisan markets are gearing up again. I’ll have a complete list with times and dates on all the major farmer’s markets around the bay in next week’s Vallarta Tribune. I think the only day without a dedicated market this season is Monday. Lots of news and events and information coming in the next couple weeks. Take this moment, possibly the last until the end of April, to head out to your favourite spots for a 'quieter' experience. I may just drive downtown and look for a parking spot, just for fun.

2018 Best of Banderas Bay Winners

ay back in January the Vallarta Tribune ran its first Reader’s Choice Awards, presenting over 300 businesses with their Pata Salada award for being recognized as the best in their category. As we ramp up for the coming winter season and you’re making plans on what to do and where to go, consider using this resource for all the best of the best in Banderas Bay. Here are just a few of the 100’s of categories and their winners: Best Boutique hotel – Casa Karma

Best Florist – Flowers to Go Best Fundraising Event – What a Drag Best Spa – Metamorfosis Best Breakfast Restaurant – Fredy’s Tucan Best Coffee shop - Dee’s Coffee Company Starting in December 2018, the Vallarta Tribune will again run the Best of Banderas Bay Reader’s Choice Awards where you’ll be able to vote for your favourite bars, restaurants, tour companies, designers, entertainers and more.

See all the winners online at www.vallartatribune.com/ best-vallarta-2018/

It’s too much information to include in this little spot so we’ve put it in a handy PDF you can download at: www.vallartatribune.com/daypass

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Three airlines add new Mexico flights from Swoop, American and United add flights, increase frequency

irlines in the United States and Canada have added new flights to Mexico that serve several destinations across the country including Puerto Vallarta. Canadian low-cost carrier Swoop will commence a twiceweekly service from Hamilton, Ontario, to Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, on January 8, 2019 and twiceweekly service from Abbotsford International Airport in British

IMAGE: This new species of frog was found in the Manantlán Biosphere Reserve, situated in Colima and Jalisco

21 new species of flora and fauna discovered in protected areas

wenty-one new species of flora and fauna were discovered in Mexico between 2012 and 2017, including two types of frogs and five different wasps. The Natural Protected Areas Commission (Conanp) said in a statement that the species were found in 13 natural protected areas (ANPs) from the Sierra de Álamos-Cuchujaqui River ANP in the north of the country to the Lagunas de Montebello National Park in the south. The list of the new species includes 10 invertebrates, an eel, two amphibians, six types of plants, a previously-undiscovered bacterium and a fungus. “The recording of these new species provides clear evidence that there are species in natural protected areas that have not yet been analyzed by science. [They] could be of great relevance and value to humanity in terms of their natural resources,” Conanp said. Conanp head Alejandro Del Mazo Maza said that many more new species remain to be disco-

vered and that Conanp will continue to look for them. “With the discovery of new species of flora and fauna . . . not only is the range of known specimens widened but it also provides a genetic resource of great value for science in the fields of medicine, the curing of diseases and food. It’s a fact that animals and plants provide great solutions to human challenges,” he said. Among the new plant species discovered are varieties of the Rubiaceae, Magnolia, Cactus and Apiaceae families while a previously-unknown spider, beetle, mantis and mite were also found. Other natural protected areas where at least one of the 21 species was discovered include the Tuxtlas rainforest region of Veracruz, where a scarlet macaw chick recently hatched for the first time in 50 years, Scorpion Reef off the northern coast of the Yucatán peninsula and the Cumbres de Monterrey National Park in Nuevo León. Original: Mexico News Daily

Columbia to Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán, Sinaloa, starting January 12 and January 20 respectively. “Mexico continues to flourish as one of the most popular vacation destinations for Canadians,” said Steven Greenway, president of Swoop, an ultra low-cost carrier owned by the Canadian airline WestJet. It began flying in June, operating Boeing 737-800 aircraft. While its fares may be low, passengers must pay extra for either

carry-on or checked baggage. American Airlines announced Tuesday that it will start a new service from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Durango International Airport on June 6, 2019. Those flights will be supplemented with additional frequencies to six Mexican cities already served by American: Guadalajara, Leon, Queretaro, Chihuahua, San Luis Potosi and Puerto Vallarta.

You’re Invited!

ou are cordially invited to the cocktail inauguration of Contemporary Visions, an art exposition featuring surreal artists Manuel Contreras and Heteo from Mexico City and Oaxaca at the Galerias Vallarta Shopping Mall, on Saturday, October 13, 6 p.m. at the main entrance in front of Liverpool. Refreshments served, meet the artists, free admission. Please RSVP for the opening to dreamptovta@gmail.com

Vallarta to raise bus fare to 10 pesos

he director of Public Transportation in Jalisco, Gustavo Delgadillo Flores, announced that on October 22, 2018 the price of bus fare in Puerto Vallarta will increase from 7.50 pesos to 10 pesos. Students, seniors and people with disabilities will pay the discounted rate of 5 pesos. The fare increase will apply to all buses in Puerto Vallarta including the 103 new ones and the many old ones that are being phased out. In April, when the city of Puerto Vallarta introduced the new public transportation system, it was announced that the old buses would be replaced with 330 new units that have air conditioning, security cameras and a modern payment system with prepaid cards. 200 new buses are expected to be in service by the end of November and the full 330 buses will be in place by the first months of 2019.

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m US, Canada As of this week United Airlines increased its frequency between Newark International Airport in New Jersey and Mexico City to three flights per day. Visitor numbers to Mexico continue to increase and the country is now the sixth most visited in the world. Tourism Secretary Enrique de la Madrid said in June that international tourism to Mexico is growing at 12% annually.

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Hospiten offers new Expat program with expert lectures By Daniel Moreno n a festive atmosphere full of camaraderie, the directors of the Hospiten Group and the members of the “My Health Hospiten Global Care” program met at Barrio Bistro in colonia Versailes last week. Each month a social gathering is organized for the members to get a chance to meet and mingle with like minded people while learning about healthy choices in Mexico. This month the event was held at the popular Barrio Bistro and La Lulú, Raicillería + Cocina; joined by a garden this wonderful setting celebrates Mexican food and drink with traditional colors and seasonings that will make you remember the best moments of your life. The event was in two stages, the first in La Lulú where guests tasted Raiciritas, a margarita with passion fruit and raicilla. There, guests were explained the origin of the products and the uses that they have and how to prepare delicious drinks. After the raicilla demonstration the chef of Barrio Bistro, Guillermo Wulff, talked about products that make Mexico rich in gastronomy. In addition, he offered a tasting of the ingredients that give a special touch to his dishes. The master chef captivated those present with his love of Mexico. Lucero, one of the chef’s assistants demonstrated making tortillas by hand and along with Wulff explained how to make an omelet with Mexican flavours. My Health is a benefit program that includes specialized talks with experts. If you are interested in being part of this program, you can get more information by calling 322 225 2081 or drop by the hospital offices in Francisco Medina Ascencio Blvd. 3970 Col. Villa Las Flores.

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o the other night I woke up around 2am, when my musician husband got home from work. I like to wake up, see that he’s home, grunt at him lovingly, and then go back to sleep. I wish it always worked that way. Unfortunately, many times my brain uses the quiet night as an opportunity to flip through the pages of my collective work I like to call The Greatest Fears in My Whole Life. So there I lay, frozen between the article on Dumb Things I Said To People Yesterday and My Child’s Paltry College Fund , when my mind glitched a bit and suddenly realized something interesting and shocking: I have been an adult twice as long in Mexico than in my home country of Canada. This seems kind of obvious and probably not really earth-shattering to you, but just think of it: I have basically learned to navigate the road to responsibility in a language that I speak at about an eightyear-old level. Just consider the implications of competently buying a car and a house for the first time (well, the competently part is a bit of a stretch), or giving birth, or even opening a bank account in a place where you struggle to communicate clearly. I know that this process has enriched me greatly, and it has given

me a deep empathy for immigrants and refugees who move to a brand new country with nothing, not a job offer (as I had), or even the clothes on their backs (as I did, and which I promptly removed and replaced with beach wear). It’s HARD, people. Because I have lived here for so long, I have become very much used to many of what expatriates consider to be the idiosyncrasies they find in Mexico. Sometimes I forget about all the things that people from other countries might find unsettling or odd. So I did a bit of research (otherwise known as reading notifications on all my PV Facebook groups), and came to some conclusions about the PV expats. First of all, you generally see two groups of expats. There is plenty of grey area between the groups, so don’t get excited if you don’t see yourself in either one (and sorry about the need to polarize in the interest of brevity). One of them loves Mexico and everything about it. They see the lizards, cockroaches and quickgrowing mold as part of the whole experience. Sure, the paperwork is tricky and the process is long, but life in Mexico is wonderful and the beaches are beautiful and they look really good in big floppy hats. The other group is culture shocking in a big way and they are totally

bewildered. They thought they would love it here because the housing prices are so low (compared to where they came from), and they can walk to the ocean to watch the sun set. But they didn’t know about the buses not actively trying to avoid them on the street, or the rain flooding into their condo in August, or the chirping creatures trying to live in the soap dish in their shower. They heard that most people here speak some English and they are finding themselves speaking Spanglish and getting absolutely nowhere. Sometimes these two groups meet up on these chats, and that’s when things can get a bit ugly. The Mexico-lovers are way too happy to be believed; because there’s no way that any one place on earth can be perfect. The Culture-Shockers have a deep need to be heard about the fact that the A/C repairman SAID he was coming YESTERDAY and he didn’t show UP. Here’s the thing, everyone: you are both right. I know that it seems like it can’t be true, but it is. Some days I am really mad because no one uses signal lights and I’m expected to sit back and enjoy the guessing game that is my driving experience in Mexico. Other days I am driving into a beautiful sunset and I can’t remember why I was so mad (and also I forget to use my right turn signal). Someday, when you’ve been here eighteen years like I have, you won’t even hear the geckos chirping on your walls. You won’t be annoyed OR thrilled with the novelty of it. You’ll speak your eight-year-old level Spanish with all the grace of a seasoned expat, and a kind local will tell you how good it is. There are things you’ll never get used to, thanks to the hard-wiring in your brain that took place in your home country. But lucky you, you’ll never take this beautiful place for granted. And that’s why you’re here in the first place.

mood for a satisfying seafood lunch or a dinner date in stylish surroundings, Pal´Mar is an outstanding new option. With a menu full of

the freshest catches along with a certain burger I have to go back and try, Pal´Mar is sure to become one of my more regular stops in

Centro. Maybe I’ll catch you there. Info: Ignacio L. Vallarta 268B https://www.facebook.com/ palmarseafood/

Paradise and Parenting

Vibes & Vices: Pal´Mar Restaurant Leza Warkentin

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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

hey say if you do what you love, you´ll never work a day in your life...that´s not 100 percent true, after all I do have a noon Monday deadline to meet for this thing, but I have to say I do thoroughly enjoy many of my various jobs. As well as being a lifestyle columnist and occasional luchador, I am also the chief social coordinator, staff bartender, face paint specialist, and senior competition official at local productivity hub Vallarta CoWork. Among my duties at this fine establishment is leading a weekly lunch session so the people that work together separately at the facility don´t have to stay total strangers, and it is this very serious responsibility that dovetailed perfectly into this week´s visit to Pal´Mar Restaurant along Ignatio L. Vallarta in the heart of town. The Vibes: Pal´Mar´s nautical aesthetic is right in line with its focus on seafood, paying tribute to the tools that have allowed our species of god-monkeys to master the oceans of Earth and enjoy delicious dominion over the vast majority of its´ creatures. A model of a sailboat, that marvel of antiquitous human engineering, decorates a front wall. Maritime flags and naval ensigns brighten the room in places. The large front window to the sidewalk was like a seat at the side of a canal, various vessels sailing by in the streets. I took notice of the 2 x 1 special on margaritas and caipirinhas, ample spirits being another key element of the seafaring tradition... clearly there was a cohesive vision at play here. The Vices: After availing myself of a drink special, I resisted the urge to order a bacon cheeseburger at a seafood place--what can I say, if you’ve been reading this for a while you know I am quite fond of them--in favor of a po’ boy style sandwich layered with garlic butter shrimp along with

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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.

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mushrooms, peppers, and a savory avocado-driven sauce. Leading up to the main event the fries were crispy, had a salt level that was pretty close to ideal, and were served with a ketchup that was possibly house-made and still doesn’t go on pizza (sorry, personal crusade, I´ll stay on topic). The two caipirinhas were tasty, adequately fortified, and came with a third for me when a fellow CoWorker tapped out of her refill. As for a review of the entreés themselves. I believe it will suffice to note that the 5-second rule was invoked by a member of our party...I won’t name names, but the decision was unanimously approved by the committee. The Verdict: If you’re in the

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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

Michael Nolen is the host of ‘The Good Morning Wake Up Show,’ which is broadcast as part of the University of Guadalajara’s 104.3 FM radio station at the CUC campus in Puerto Vallarta. Every Saturday at 9 AM

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hank you to everyone who participated, donated, assisted with our Pink Cocktail on October 5, 2018. A great success! We look forward to our Pink Cocktail in Bucerias on October 18, 2018 and our Fashion Show/Pink Brunch at Bravos on October 28, 2018 as we close out the month. RSVP please! We continue with our interview with Dra. Claudia de Moral, our breast imaging specialist. Please refer to the article mentioned in last week’s Vallarta Tribune where she is responding to this particular article: https://www.buggzodiac. com/surgeons-admit-that-n/ Dra. Claudia says: Thirdly, let me address the supposed harms of mammography screening: These can be divided into 2 groups. On one hand those “invented” by public panic. “Radiation”: It is around the same as getting tanned for 40 minutes at the beach. “Compression causing dissemination of breast cancer”: This is borderline ridiculous and an urban myth. “Breast cancer being caused by a mammography”: This is simply wrong since there is no proof that cancer is caused by mammography screening. “Pain”: A mammography can be painful and for some patients even unbearable, so to decrease the pain you should do it one week after your period, opt for 3D mammography that uses much less compression and ask if the SmartCurve system is available at your exam which reduces pain in 93% of patients. On the other hand those that the

medical community are concerned with, which are false positives that lead to "unnecessary" biopsies and over diagnosis: The probability of a false positive examination is 0.9 6.5%. The truth is that for every 20 biopsies that we recommend, only five will turn out to be malignant, but would you not agree that those 15 "unnecessary" biopsies are a reasonable trade-off if they result in five lives being saved? You will certainly agree if one of those is yours or of your loved ones. Over-diagnosis refers mostly to the “in situ” breast cancers treated before they become invasive, before knowing when or if it is going to turn into an invasive breast cancer (which is the kind that can metastasize and lead to death). I am not sure about others, but in case of an early stage cancer I would definitely treat it with conservative surgery and radiation before it is fully developed and then, would require mastectomy and chemotherapy. So the bottom line is that with mammography screenings, breast cancer can be found at least two years before it is palpable, and the most important factor for breast cancer survival is the size of the lesion at the time of detection. Also the smaller the cancer, the easier it can be treated. Only localized cancer can be treated with conservative surgery and without chemotherapy. The sooner you find the cancer, the more likely it is that it has not metastasized yet, which is what can lead to death. I will finish this particular article/interview with Dra. Claudia in next week’s edition. Here’s to a satisfying week!

The convocation and registration for the second Black Lions Run in Puerto Vallarta is now. This event will take place on Sunday, October 28 at 8 am. The start and finish line will be at the entrance of the Agustín Flores Contreras sports centre. There will be a 2K, 5K, and 10K run. For more information email carreraleonesnegros@cuc.udg.mx.

Science Saturday been an invited speaker for national and international conferences in 16 countries. Dr. Viveros from the UdG in Guadalajara and Patricia Zakany from Mexico City will also attend. Patricia will talk about caregivers and cannabis.

Mammograms Part II

Registration for the second Black Lion Run in Puerto Vallarta now open

Medical Cannabis Conference & Expo

n Saturday, October 13 from 10 am - 2pm, and again on Monday, October 15 from 10 am - 4 pm, CUC will be hosting “The Cannabis Caravan”. This Medical Cannabis Conference & Expo will have international lecturers and workshops to provide knowledge of the medicinal

marijuana industry, with a focus on education and commercial information. Experts will be here to talk about where Mexico stands on the legalization of cannabis. Anyone interested in the cannabis industry is welcome. This event is FREE and open to the public. Dra. Maureen “Mimi” Priestley Ed.S., AACBIS Director of Pasos Adelante has been working in the field of neuropsychology, special and bilingual education for the past 35 years. She has

Another Science Saturday will take place on October 20 at 10 am in the main auditorium. Dra. Laura Alicia Aguilar will host and teach about EL CACAO, chocolate. It will be as fun as it is to taste. It is FREE and open to the public. Everyone will learn and have a finger licking good time. Science Saturday is designed for children from 3 to 16 years.

Free Movies Every Week

The university screens movies every Wednesday and Friday at 1 pm in the main (air conditioned), auditorium. This coming Wednesday Oct. 17 will be a concert film staring GREEN DAY. Green Day is an American pop punk rock band composed initially of three members: Billie Joe Armstrong (guitar and vocals), Mike Dirnt (bass and choruses) and Tré Cool (drums and choirs). The original group is from Berkeley, California. Please be sure to look at the University web site for more information - www.cuc.udg.mx

Radio in English

Be sure to tune in to The Good Morning Wake Up Show every Saturday morning at 9 to 11 am. 104.3 FM or on the web at http:// udgtv.com/radio-puerto-vallarta/ en-vivo You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.

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Paco Ojeda’s ‘Talkies’, Hannah Brady Sings The Classics, and Breakfast Resumes at Incanto

ocal musicologist Paco Ojeda takes us back to the early 1920s in his next lecture, ‘Talkies’, when the first feature-length motion pictures with music and sound were released. “Music and sound in film is something we take for granted,” commented Ojeda. “By looking at clips from timeless films and their music scores, we will gain a deeper appreciation for the way film composers enhance the moviegoing experience.” Thursday, Oct. 11 at 7:30pm. Paco also hosts Dinner & Movie on Tuesdays at 7pm in the air-conditioned theater. Watch many of your favorite classic films on their giant screen while enjoying a special dinner menu. Step into Incanto’s theatre for ‘A Golden Era Evening’, as popular, internationally known vocalist Hannah Brady takes you on a musical journey featuring classic jazz, swing, and a dash of Broadway. Familiar favorites include I’ll Be Seeing You, Lost and Found, People, and a few other musical comedy gems that will have you reeling with laughter. Hannah will be accompanied by Andres Piedra on piano. Saturdays starting Oct. 13 - Nov. 10, 8pm. Incanto’s popular riverside

breakfast/lunch service resumes on Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 9am. Enjoy returning favorites and some new delicious menu selections. Great coffee, a full bar and live entertainment by a variety of artists starting at 10am on most days. Reservations are not required, but are recommended for large groups. Local singer-songwriter Cheko Ruiz presents: ‘The Music of the Gipsy Kings’ on Sundays at 8pm in the air-conditioned theatre. Several new musicians have joined the group including singer-songwriter Zoe Wood, percussionist Danny Renteria, with Emmanuel de la Rosa on bass. Exciting and high energy versions of your favorite songs from the iconic Grammy-winning group. Tickets are now on sale for the

off-Broadway musical hit, Naked Boys Singing! Conceived and directed by Robert Schrock, this musical comedy revue had its New York premier twenty years ago and ran for over twelve years to become the second longest-running musical in off-Broadway history. It stars six actors who sing and dance au-natural, with music direction by David Troy Francis and Bob Bruneau. The all-Latino ensemble features actors/ singers Max Albertos, Mitchell Guzman, Joby Hernandez, Fidel Rebolledo, Renzo Sotelo, and Luis Villanueva. Opening night Oct 31 at 7pm.

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Local artist Armando Reyes’ ‘Life Drawing’ Art Workshops are now on select Wednesdays at 4pm. Some art supplies will be provided, and you can bring your own. There will be a nude model to draw and the artist will share his talent and expertise. Participation is encouraged but not required. Beginners welcome. Your first drink is included. See Incanto’s website calendar and facebook page for more details and

information. Visit Incanto’s website for a calendar of events. Their new website is currently in development. See their box office for tickets. Voted “Best Live Music Venue” in Vallarta in 2018. No cover charge in the piano bar. Located at Insurgentes 109 at the Rio Cuale. Hours: 4pm-11:30pm Tues. - Sun. Phone: 322-223-9756. Casual dining. Closed on Mondays. www.IncantoVallarta.com

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was so happy to be part of the first all-inclusive “Botanical Delights Tour & Culinary Adventure” presented by the Vallarta Botanical Garden. This brand new venture should win some nominations in the upcoming People’s Choice Awards starting next month. The Vallarta Tribune may even have to add some categories! Here’s a brief rundown of what went on during the inaugural tour. First, we were picked up downtown at the new VBG’s office; there is an earlier pick-up at the Marina. So, underway in our air-conditioned van, we were regaled by Marco in two languages, all along the stunning south coast. We arrived 10ish at the Garden to a refreshing glass of jamaica dressed with

edible flowers. As is VBG tradition, all the women were gifted with fresh hibiscus blooms. The adventure started right after we received the password for our phones. We watched corn tortillas being made by hand. These were meted out piping hot off the comal while we learned some vital history of corn. We began our easy walk on shaded paths (yes, we were given insect repellant!!!), stopping every few minutes to listen about specific plants and trees, how they arrived, from where and their purpose. We strolled across the Bridge of Dreams, dropping wishes into the now-dry arroyo beneath our feet and stepped into the sunlit International Peace Garden. From that bright serenity, we began to climb carefully on dirt paths generously decorated with tree roots and sturdy wrought iron

handrails for (my!) safety. We past coffee, avocado, macadamia nut, and cacao trees and then a forest of vanilla vines: Over 4,000 of them gently tied to six-foot tall, thick oak stakes scattered in the jungle. They are staked; otherwise, they grow straight up to the sky which is fine unless you want them to propagate and the VBG does so, the vines are staked until they reach the top. Then they will be gently tethered to the other side. When the orchids open, they must be hand pollinated AND, that has to be done in the mornings only AND, those mornings have to be in December. So, there’s a little lesson on why vanilla is so damn expensive! Later we were shown how vanilla is made into extract; another three months of waiting! We sat down for lunch upstairs at the Hacienda de Oro. (If you should have food allergies or restrictions, all of that information will come off your registration form before you even leave Vallarta and will be sent to the chef at the VBG, so no worries there.) More jamaica in huge glasses with bamboo straws (the VBG’s newest best sellers in the gift shop) and more edible flowers. I would say threequarters of what we ate and drank was grown at the Vallarta Botanical Garden. Oh… dessert!!! Fresh vanilla ice cream with choco-

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late sauce and yes, all of it from the Garden. OMG. For the dozens and dozens of times I have been to the Garden, I have never come home feeling as enriched as I did after this tour. I have barely scratched the surface of a truly lovely five-hour day in this column. Contact: tours@vbgardens.org and get all your house guests booked or get a group together, all you newbie expats who have never been, and enjoy one of the most beautiful places on earth. I finally went to one of friend and Tribune colleague Pam Thompson’s soirees! Held at San Javier Hospital at the Marina last week, the place was packed with people drinking pink lemonade and un-pink wine and winning prizes like crazy! On the other side of the room, when Pam pulled my name out of the fishbowl, she stammered a bit and said, “I am sure Marcia’s not here but….” Ha, fooled her! What a great response for all the hard work she does every day helping people with medical questions and emergencies. The food was terrific and the prizes fantastic – I won a pair of stainless steel hanging photo holders; they will be lovely Christmas tree ornaments. To all the people who donated gifts, prizes, and food, thank you and, if

you didn’t make this party to raise awareness for Breast Cancer, Pam is hosting a Pink Wave Cocktail Party in Bucerias for the North Shore folks on October 18th. The address is Lazaro Cardenas 500 at Lujo Lifestyle from 6 to 9 pm. Something to look forward to on February 14th, my artistic friend Julie Levine plans to hide a hundred painted rocks about town. Why you may ask? Love is the answer. Until then, be kind; then be kinder, From Here.

Los Bambinos Celebrate Opening Week at Bambinos Trattoria!

os Bambinos fans packed Bambinos Trattoria during an opening week of great shows! The guys presented their first Rock n’ Roll show of the season, The Beatles and as usual they did not disappoint! The place looks great and the music is better than ever! The group installed a new sound system designed for optimal sound distribution throughout the restaurant, allowing you to capture all details of their great musical harmonies and instrumentation. The four Morales brothers are back in full-force and excited to present their three weekly concerts for you this month. On Monday nights, 8pm The Beatles keeps the good times rolling. As always, the brothers add their unique spin on the International rock selections, setting the well-loved songs into the Mexican musical landscape… for an exciting and upbeat show. Announcing special guest Jorge Acosta for the ELVIS show on Wednesday night, 8pm. Jorge’s vocal style and intonation is naturally Elvis-like, with tasteful accentuation by Los Bambinos vocal harmonies,

the show is a WOW! “It felt like I was really hearing Elvis Presley. Excellent!” -Commented Israel Gomez, a veteran musician here in PV. Join the group for a touching and fun evening while you dine, drink, dance and relive this emblematic musical era. On Fridays, 8pm Fiesta Latina lights up the stage! This is the show for an exquisite mix of rhythms and beautiful vocals. It is a show just as spicy as it is sweet. Each song sweeps you away to a Brazilian Carnival or a romantic evening in an Old Mexican town square. Don’t be surprised if you hear your favorite Mexican tune set in a foot-tapping Cuban rhythm! Let Los Bambinos awaken your senses with vibrant

music, and inspiring four-part harmonies. From the bar, Los Bambinos dedicated their summer to tasting dozens of wines, to bring in a nice selection of wines at various price-points. Come by and try the new wine list this season at Bambinos Trattoria featuring selections from Italy, Argentina, Chile and Mexico. Also opening at the end of this month, Bambinos Trattoria announces BREAKFAST SERVICE at the restaurant! Expect the best from the over sixty years combined experience by Bambinos Trattoria’s own Chef Chimi and brother Chef Demetrio. The Chef brothers shared their experience at the restaurant: “In Bambinos Trattoria we do not work at all, but we perform with passion and great joy, to give you a unique

culinary experience every time you come in! We are like Bambinos Band, except that out instrument are kitchen tools and pots and our art: the food that we serve you.” Demetrio cheers, and Chimi laughs, happy to form part of this growing restaurant venture. For many fans, seeing Los Bambinos perform has become a tradition while here in Puerto Vallarta. Their contagious smiles and fantastic harmonies impress both new listeners and long-time fans alike. Los Bambinos thank the community for all the support over the years, the turn out for opening week was no exception! Bambinos Trattoria is a great place to enjoy fresh Italian Food, prepared by a team of talented Chefs. Open Monday- Saturday with a complete menu Bambinos Trattoria is located at Aguacate #314, on the corner of Carranza street in Old Town Puerto Vallarta (just before Mundo de Azulejos on Carranza). Bring friends and reserve your table early for the best seat in the house. VIP section available in front of the stage. Seating for each show begins at 6:30. Visa and Mastercard

accepted. Information and tickets at www.losbambinosmusic.com or CALL NOW for a reservation (322) 222-4357, English spoken. Don’t miss this must-see show!

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Florelisa Hernandez is an artist, empath, counselor, teacher with 25 years of experience. Her workshops are tailored to provide well being solutions, awaken creativity and higher self, heal emotional wounds and blockages, or simply learn a new hobby. www.artsvallarta.com

John Warren is in charge of Publicity for the International Friendship Club (IFC). His articles describe the programs and charities that IFC supports, the sources of income of IFC and the social experiences, lectures and classes that members can enjoy. During the summer John writes about Puerto Vallarta.

Why I love Canadians

n this week of Canadian thanksgiving I thought why not reflect on why I love Canadians. One of the things I appreciate most about the bay is that it offers the opportunity to interact with people from all over the world. Although most people have in common the capacity to feel and show joy, empathy, love, affection, respect, admiration, reverence, and the other side of the spectrum as well: despair, hate, sorrow, anguish, guilt, fear, there are so many different ways of facing the same situation, and in my experience I notice people of the same social group/cultural background behaving in similar ways. I can’t recall where but I once found an article about the similarities between Canadians and Mexicans, the one similarity that struck me most was that both are polite and uncomfortable with confrontation. The second similarity was to be too communicative. Chismosos! (Gossips!) Although I have the feeling that it has more to do with the small size of the communities and the close family like interaction. A few years ago, I had the honour

to work with two of the top real estate agencies in the area and my bosses were Canadian. In both experiences and in their own particular style, they consistently applied rules for success and improvement in every aspect of the business. It pleasantly surprised me that Canadian bosses would only call, email, text etc. at office days and hours; of course there are always exceptions and emergency situations. Canadians are also very family and community-oriented and are prone to get familiar with the people under their direction and always offer help and assistance. They are hands on, and focused on finding solutions, and don’t waste their time “crying over spilled milk”. In my experience Canadians are polite, organized, friendly, caring, generous and mindful of others. And last but not least, I am inspired by my Canadian friend Gerard Allard, an ex-cop from Winnipeg who was brave enough to move permanently to Mexico and learn the not easy trade of Real Estate without a word of Spanish. It inspires me the way he embraces life and “lives the dream” in this magnificent paradise.

Gerard Allard is currently a realtor at Timothy Real Estate Group in Puerto Vallarta and Bucerias

Servant of the Nation

his week’s street is named after a truly great hero and patriot of Mexico, José María Morelos y Pavon; or just “Morelos”. He is well honoured by Mexico: the old Mexican city of Valladolid was renamed Morelia in hishonour, the state of Morelos is named after him and he is featured on Mexico’s $50 peso banknote. Like his teacher and fellow revolutionary, Father Miguel Hidalgo, Morelos laid down his life to achieve Mexico’s independence from Spain. Born in 1765 and raised by his mother, a he worked for ten years as a young man on a ranch owned by his uncle. In 1789, when he was 24, he enrolled in college and became a priest but, because he had no parish and needed money to live, he also worked as a muleteer. In 1808, when Napoleon and the French invaded Spain, Morelos said “ I am totally ready to sacrifice my life for the Catholic religion and the liberty of our Spanish sovereign.” At the end of 1810, after Hidalgo had started his War of Independence against Mexico’s Spanish rulers, he asked Morelos to take responsibility for raising the revolution in the south of the country. He accepted. As a general Morelos studied the “Military Instructions” of Prussia’s Frederick the Great and became a great military leader. He instilled discipline, managed the treasury and created arms workshops, gunpowder factories and foundries for lead and copper. City by city, the south fell into his hands: Acapulco, Tixla, Izúcar, Taxco and Oaxaca. Alamán, the royalist general fighting against him,18.10.11 - said that Morelos “is endowed with insight, clarity, cheerfulness, severity, valour, honesty and, as if this were not enough, deep religious faith.” In September 1813, after three years of fighting, Morelos called together representatives of the

provinces under his control to formalize their plans for a new republic and, on 6th November, they adopted a document named "Sentimientos De La Nación" (Sentiments Of The Nation). This document declared Mexican independence from Spain, established the Roman Catholic religion and created the legislative, executive and judicial branches of government. It abolished slavery and racial social distinctions in favour of the title "American" for all native-born individuals. As part of this document Morelos was offered the title "Generalissimo" with the style of address "Your Highness", but he refused these and asked to be called "Siervo de la Nación" (Servant of the Nation). On November 6, 1813 the Congress declared independence from Spain. The Congress eventually finished drafting the constitution and, on October 22 1814, proclaimed the Decreto Constitucional para la Libertad de la América Mexicana (Constitutional Decree for the Liberty of Mexican America). It was Mexico’s first constitution The war against the royalist army continued though and a year

after the proclamation of the constitution, Morelos paid for his country’s independence with his life. He was captured by royalist forces, was tried and sentenced to death for treason and executed by firing squad on December 22, 1815, aged fifty. Maximillian, the French Emperor of Mexico, was the first to erect a statue of Morelos in Mexico City. During the ceremony he said “ We saw the humble man of the people prevail on the battlefield: we saw the modest priest govern the provinces under his command in the difficult moments of their painful regeneration, and we saw him die physically, spilling his blood as a martyr for liberty and independence; but the moral spirit of this man lives on in our fatherland and the triumph of his principles is the basis of our nationality”. Morelos was and is highly respected as one of Mexico’s great heroes. Unfortunately Puerto Vallarta’s Calle Morelos, which starts at the north end of Parque Hidalgo and runs south through El Centro to the bridge over the Rio Cuale, requires a facelift if the city wants it to be worthy of this leader. It contains a number of watering holes where you can drown your sorrows if you are suffering from unrequited love or from second thoughts after a tattoo by the artists at the Ink Family. There are a couple of art galleries, The Shed and Galeria Uno, for the more sophisticated patrons of the town and, for a nibble after the stroll along Morelos, you might try the restaurants of Conchinita Pibil, Vieja Vallarta or La Posta. The saving features of Morelos are the Plaza de Armas (main square) to the east and Los Arcos amphitheatre to the west where free live entertainment is offered every evening. It’s a great place to spend some time.

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Riviera Nayarit Invites you to its October Events

ports, gastronomy, sun and beach—what more could you ask for? Come to Mexico’s Pacific Treasure and experience a great start to the fall season! We’re in the tenth month of the year and with it come endless opportunities to enjoy the many events happening in the Riviera Nayarit in the upcoming weeks. They want you to enjoy your visit to the max—here are a few activities coming up this month! San Pancho Pee Wee Surfing League (October 13 – 14) San Pancho is ready to welcome the 2018 Pee Wee Surfing League, the fourth stop on the children’s circuit that began last June. The goal of the circuit is to discover the newest talent in Nayarit for this sport. The league is represented by Ramos Shapes, Sunset Bungalows and Los Rudos Surf Shop, following the competition formats established by the World Championship Tour Top 33 for the World Surf League (WSL), the ISA (International Surfing Association) and Surfing Association of the State of Nayarit (ASENAY, by its acronym in Spanish), with the support of local clubs. Visit them on Facebook: https:// bit.ly/2OZUgoj 5th Guayabitos 5K, 10K, and 3K COLOR Race (October 13 – 14) Come participate in the 5th Guayabitos 5K, 10K, and 3K Color Race and the Kids Athletic Festival on October 13th and 14th: it’s a colorful fiesta for the entire family! The starting shot will be fired on Sunday, October 14th at 8 a.m. (Pacific time) on Rincón de Guayabitos’ main avenue. The children’s events will begin on Saturday, October 13th at 4 p.m. in the town’s main plaza. Runners can participate in the following categories: Youth, ages 15-19; Open, ages 20-39; Master, ages 40-49; Veterans A, ages

50-59; Veterans B, ages 60 on. The race is endorsed by the State of Nayarit Athletic Association. For more details click: https://bit. ly/2OYXc4s 10th Vallarta – Nayarit Gastronómica (October 14 – 18) Vallarta Nayarit Gastronómica is gearing up for its most important edition with the tag line “Mexico: Thanks for so much!” It will celebrate 10 uninterrupted years as a must-do on the world’s culinary calendar. This gourmet weekend will bring together culinary professionals and gourmands for several events taking place in Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit, including workshops; pairings; tastings; dinners; and special events for academia, culinary professionals, and the most demanding foodies. Chihuahua and Guanajuato will be the guest states this year, with Guadalajara as the guest city. For details: https://vallartanayaritgastronomica.com/ ABH Aquatic Marathon (October 27) Considered one of the most relevant events in Mexico’s open water competitions, this national series brings swimmers from around the country to the bay. Participating states include Nayarit, Sinaloa, Jalisco, Puebla, Michoacán, San Luis Potosí, Nuevo León, Colima, Guanajuato and the Estado de México (Mexico State). For details: https://www.maratonacuaticoabh.com.mx/ Christ Our King Day (October 31) The festivities honoring Christ Our King are a very special occasion in Ixtlán del Río, Nayarit. The occasion is celebrated the last Sunday in October; a novena is held previous to the event with the participation of different neighborhoods in the area. The groups compete to present the best pilgrimage and float. The celebration is very family-oriented and is very peaceful and harmonious.

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The Tianguis Lo de Marcos Returns for a New Season!

n Saturday November 3 the Tianguis Lo de Marcos will open its doors and you are invited for opening day. Season #5 will included live music each week and for the opening, the talented Alejando Chavez will be in attendance from 11am until 1pm for your total enjoyment. The Tianguis Lo De Marcos, set in a lovely courtyard, provides a comfortable outdoor shopping experience with many unique vendors and lots of fun! Stroll the grounds and enjoy such items as homemade bake goods, paintings, spices, hand blown glass, clothing, unique artisan items, garden fresh produce, freshly baked delicacies, salsas and more. ¨This season we will see the addition of a Holistic Healing Section¨ said Armando Contreras, the event´s organizer. ¨They will be located in a quiet section of the Tianguis to allow ample time to discuss the benefits of the vendor’s individual product or service¨, he stated. The tianguis is sponsored and coordinated in its entirety by Galvan Real Estate in Lo de Marcos. Galvan Real Estate, the communities leading full service real estate agency is committed to the sustai-

nability of the town and Galvan’s focus is to create a greater awareness of this lovely town, beach and its residents. Held each Saturday from 9:00am until 2:00pm this weekly event expects to continue its growth and history of drawing visitors from around the Banderas Bay again this year. Everyone is invited to stop in, enjoy this unique local Market, and have a great time! If you are interested in applying as a vendor to this wonderfully

unique market, applications are currently being accepted for the 2018/2019 tianguis season, please send an email to GalvanRealEstate4@gmail.com or give us a call at 327 275 0233. To follow Tianguis Lo De Marcos on Facebook, Click Here https://www.facebook.com/ LoDeMarcosTianguis/ Lo De Marcos is a gem in Riviera Nayarit, come enjoy the experience.

World Migratory Bird Day to be Celebrated in Banderas Bay

he activities in the Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta will be free and open to the general public, and will include bird watching treks, a drawing contest for children, games, and art workshops. “World Migratory Bird Day” will be celebrated for the first time on October 13 with the slogan “Uniting our voices for bird conservation”. The celebrations will be hosted in all three of Bahía de Banderas’ municipalities: Higuera Blanca public plaza in the Riviera Nayarit, El Salado Estuary in Vallarta, and the Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens. The activities are free and open to the public and will include treks for bird watching and environmental interpretation, a drawing

contest for children, plus educational talks about the importance of the birds to the ecosystems and our own health, among many other surprises. The event in Higuera Blanca will begin at 8 a.m. with a bird watching and environmental interpretation trek (occupancy is limited, please pre-register). It will be followed by activities and educational talks given by organizers and local eco-tourism service providers between 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Right after there will be a screening

of the movie The Big Year (2011, USA) from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Once that ends, the award ceremony for the Children’s Poetry and Drawing Contest will be held from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. According to the organizers, this celebration is part of a global effort that includes 626 events in 200 cities across 73 countries, all reporting on the observation of more than 5,000 species of birds worldwide. Let’s unite and celebrate the marvelous diversity of birds and ecosystems during this exceptional day dedicated to the conservation of birds in Bahía de Banderas! For more details and to register for the treks email: birdingsanpancho@gmail.com or call 322 139 7242 or 322 154 8108.

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avid and Elizabeth Ruesga are happily home from their vacations that took them close to the U.S. border to visit family. When he returned, David created two new, glorious pieces of jewelry. One, a Mexican fire opal ring surrounded by eleven diamonds - dazzling in the sunlight! The other is a large fire agate. The photographs do not do them justice! We are happy to have David and Elizabeth back at last. Marcia’s holographic, black spider web earrings

sold out last week so she will be painting more for this Friday! If you are concerned about the quantity and quality of the protein you consume each day, talk to Ricardo Mazcal and stock up with his “Maz Mix,” a balanced protein blend of herbs and superfoods that mix easily with water. Two spoons in a liter of water, twice a day, is all you need. A great meal replacement if you are dieting, or just too busy to sit and eat properly. Also, invaluable if you are working out, particularly early in the day, and cannot

have breakfast beforehand. A touch of natural stevia makes it all go down sweetly. If you are a vendor with plans to return to Marsol Friday Market and have not yet done so, please contact Sherry as soon as possible.

Our winter market kicks off November 2nd, and our waiting list is long indeed so don’t delay! The Marsol Friday Market by the Pier is open 9:30 am to 1:30 pm year-round.

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SPCA of Puerto Vallarta By Janice Gonzalez

e were recently contacted by Beckey Begalka, English Dept., Principal at Instituto de las Américas Bilingüe Campus Puerto Vallarta. She hoped we could accommodate a special tour for her 6th grade class on World Animal Day. We love an opportunity to educate the children of our community and gladly said yes. Ms. Aubri brought her group of students along with some support staff and a good day was had by all. We also had a few adult visitors along. Special thanks to Harp & William for their donations. We always need towels and toys LOL! I would like to personally thank Jen and Jan for their assistance during the tour. Tickets are now on sale for our annual fundraiser “Evening Under the Stars” to be held on Saturday, November 24, in The Iguana Restaurant & Tequila Bar in the stunning boutique hotel Casa Kimberly. Remember 100% of the proceeds go to the animals as Janice Chatterton underwrites the entire evening. Lots of great items will be available as part of the live and silent auctions. And please consider donating items for our silent auction or raffle. It would be most appreciated. Our work with the rescues is totally supported by your donations.

Contact us at spcapv@ gmail.com for more information and to purchase your tickets. Tickets are 2950 pesos each. The mission of SPCA de PV is to help fund and promote sterilization, adoption and healthcare efforts for companion animals in the Puerto Vallarta area, with the goal of eliminating the euthanasia of healthy and adoptable animals. To see our animals available for adoption, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/spcapv. There are photos as well as individual albums of our rescues which include a bit of their background. 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 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.

ADORABLE DOG IN THE SPOTLIGHT...BAMBINO

ambino is the leader of his pack and very adventuresome. He just loves exploring and learning new things. He is a seven-month old Labrador mix weighing a little over 39 pounds. Bambino will mature to be a medium sized adult. He is medium/high energy and just loves playtime with all his siblings and any other puppies he meets. Okay with cats. He is a very sweet dog that is wonderful with people and loves being cuddled. Bambino has been neutered,

dewormed and vaccinated and is now ready for adoption. If he sounds like the companion animal you have been searching for, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com for an application to adopt him.

MURPHY’S IRISH PUB Located on the Historic Malecon across from the lighthouse statue (El Faro) beautiful sunset views every night! Delicious traditional pub menu. Live Rock Music - Wed - Sat @10:30pm Watch all sports w 2 satellites. Pool Table.

FEBRUARY 02-07-2019 Valle de Bravo/Mexico City Butterfly tour of magical wonder An utterly breathtaking natural spectacle DECEMBER 10-17-2019 Merida/Uxmal/Chichen Itza/Becal “Experience the Archaeological Wonders of the Yucatan” DECEMBER 20-2018 Mascota/Talpa 1 Day Tour 7:am-7:00pm To benefit “Purr Project” A touching spiritual encounter JANUARY 09-11-2019 Tonala Original Special “Shop Till You Drop” Tour

APRIL 06-13-2019 Cuba/Havana/Varadero Beach A nostalgic journey into the past

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Welcome Home

Sheryl Novak

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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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imes they are a changing! For us baby boomers, one of the most important factors we consider when buying furniture is quality. We know that paying a bit more upfront for well-made furniture that will last is the best approach. Today we see massive growth in the number of Gen Xers, Millennials, and other newer generations. I read an article in Forbes magazine last week that said that millennials have the most spending power of

any current generation. This is changing not only how we buy but also what is available to buy. Their influence vast. When it comes to big ticket items, younger generations are far more comfortable purchasing online. Since they have grown up with mobile phones, internet, and WIFI, it is not surprising that they prefer this mode of shopping. Saving time, saving money and reducing hassle are some of the benefits they realize by shopping online rather than in a store. Baby boomers also buy

online, but research shows they tend to stick to well-known brand names. Their preference, especially when shopping for big-ticket items, is still to visit a brick and mortar store. Younger generations also tend to shop for a different quality of furniture. Having grown up in a disposable world, they prefer to purchase furniture (and everything else) that is lower in price and replaceable every year. They are far more interested in changing trends. This has spawned a new category called “fast furniture.” Fast furniture is cheap,

Anglican Church Puerto Vallarta Formerly Christ Church by the Sea Worldwide Anglican Communion

“Celebrating conservative family values” Services Sunday 10:00 a.m. English-Traditional Holy Communion All faiths welcome-Casual Dress

How cool it is! Yes, we are now celebrating in our air-conditioned Chapel. Come join us! Fr. Jack continues to welcome people from all walks of life and denominations. Across from airport, northbound service road next to Sixt and Thrifty Car Rental Blvd Fco. Medina 7936, Puerto Vallarta Father Jack Wehrs/Lay-minister Fer Sandoval e mail: jackandshirley1@att.net Text 1 619 300 7377 Tel 044 322 130 5073

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flimsy and disposable since manufacturers use materials such as the lowest grades of particle board and glues. Although the furniture may look good, it is not meant to last. In our humid environment in Mexico, furniture made from these materials are far more likely to absorb moisture. As a result, that beautiful dresser is going to expand, bow and be a great place for mold to develop. Low-grade glue means the laminates are unlikely to hold. That will give dreaded termites a way to get into the particle board and use it as their food source. Many manufacturers of fast furniture also use harsh chemicals like formaldehyde. These materials have the potential to cause serious health problems, both short and long-

term. Fast furniture is manufactured rapidly and with little consideration for getting it right. The whole idea is to pump out as many units as possible within a specified time frame. Get it off the production line and get it shipped and sold. We are seeing more and more manufacturers starting up who cater to this fast furniture trend. And unfortunately, more and more retailers are starting to swap out their quality furniture for low cost, low-quality items. That is why it is essential to know what to look for when you are spending your hard- earned money on furniture for your home in Puerto Vallarta. With quality, you only cry once! Buying a new home in Mexico? You could get your furniture for free! Contact me at furniture@solutionsmexico.com.

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THIS WEEK

PUERTO VALLARTA FESTIVAL MUSICAL DE LA RAZA— We celebrate the DAY OF THE RACE with a selection of Spanish, Latinamerican and also Native American music. The best musicians of Puerto Vallarta will transport us in a musical trip to countries like Cuba, Argentina, Peru and of course, Mexico and Spain. 12:00 Tongo - Peru (instrumental andina), 12:45 Suite Sound - Spain, 13:30 Zoe&León - Mexico, 14:15 La Boquita - Argentina, 15:00 Suite Sound - Mexico, 15:45 Zoe&León - Cuba, 16:30 Moruno - Mediterranean and fusion, 17:15 La Boquita Spain (flamenco music and dance), 18:00 Closure - All together! Sat 12 PM · BabelBar Puerto Vallarta EXHIBITION: LOS DIAS DE LOS MUERTOS, DAY OF THE DEAD 2018— 2018 Art VallARTa Annual Dias de los Muertos Art Exhibition. Beginning Mon at 10 AM. (213 Calle Pilitas | artvallarta.com) DEMONSTRATION: UZZIEL ALVAREZ FUENTES ALEBRIJE CONSTRUCTION— Starting Oct 10th Uzziel Alvarez Fuentes, Alebrije Artist from Mexico City will be collaborating with Tony Collantez to build a gigantic Alebrije in ART VallARTa. Come watch this amazing sculpture be created on October 15, also seeking artist volunteers to assist. (213 Calle Pilitas | artvallarta.com) BASIC WORKSHOP ON BIRD WATCHING— This year to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day, several organizations have joined together with the aim of carrying out 3 simultaneous events in Higuera Blanca, Cabo Corrientes and Puerto Vallarta. Estero el Salado organizes a “Basic Bird Observation Workshop” here in Puerto Vallarta on October 13, 2018. To register you must call 322 201 7361 or go to the reservation offices. The workshop has a cost of 100.00 pesos, but you can avoid this payment by participating in the drawing contest “World Day of Migratory Birds Bay of Banderas”. Sat 10 AM · Estero El Salado · Puerto Vallarta DRA. CLAUDIA DE MORAL: MAMMOGRAMS, BIOPSIES, BREAST HEALTH— On Thursday, October 11, 2018 at 11am we are so proud to have Dra. Claudia de Moral (breast imaging specialist) will speak on everything to do with mammograms, biopsies, breast health. If you are hesitant about having a mammogram, I encourage you to attend! As well, with Dra. Claudia, we have Dr. Guillermo Ramos who will speak on all types of breast surgeries, from implants to lifts to reductions. Both are wonderful speakers and this is going to be great! RSVP with Pamela Thompson at Healthcare Resources at pamela@healthcareresourcespv.com. CONTEMPORARY VISIONS: ART EXPOSITION—Art Exposition featuring Mexico City surreal artists Manuel Contreras and Heteo runs 08/10/2018 - 21/10/2018. Cocktail Inauguration Saturday, October 13, 6 p.m. Artists will be present. Galerias Vallarta Shopping Center (Fco. Medina Ascencio 2920 - Puerto Vallarta) MEXICAN WINE & CHEESE TASTING NIGHT— Our most popular wine tasting: a selection of five boutique Mexican wines paired with five artisan Mexican cheeses. All wines are premium bottles and the cheeses are sourced from a local producer from Atotonilco El Alto, in the state of Jalisco. All cheeses are made using European techniques (think Camembert, Morbier, and Gruyere) but produced locally with a Mexican twist. This is an intimate event capped at only 9 seats. Secure your spot(s) as soon as possible, as they sell out quickly! For more info, please email hola@uncorkmexico. com or visit our website: www.uncormexico.com. Tuesday at 6 pm at Petit Hotel Villa Mercedes (Amapas 175)

This listing features ongoing acts and events at bars, restaurants and venues.

VALLARTA Bambinos Trattoria (Aguacate #314) The Beatles Tribute on Mon at 8 pm ELV1S on Wed at 8 pm Fiesta Latina! On Fri at 8 pm Babel Bar (Aquiles Serdán 437, Isla del Cuale) Zoe and Leónides on Sat from 1 to 3 pm Suite Sound (Magalí Uribe and Nacho Flores) on Sun from 1 to 3 pm Captain Don’s (Honduras 126) Tequila Rush on Fri from 9 pm to 12 am Da Crew on Sat from 9 pm to 12 am Cuates y Cuetes (Francisca Rodriquez 101) Fiery Flamenco Group Tatewari on Wed from 8 to 10 pm Devils Bar Live (527 Morelos) The Zippers on Fri from 8 to 11 pm Soul Trip on Sat from 11:30 pm to 1:30 am El Bar at Food Park PV The Black Tequila on Sat at 9:00 pm Kelekai’s (Liberdad 516, Col. Playa Grande ) The Bay Roots on Sun from 2 to 5 pm Kelly’s Pour Favor (Lazaro Cardenas 245)

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The Change on Tue at 7:00pm 3:Tones on Fri at 7:00pm Soul Trip on Sat at 7:00pm Warique (Aquiles Serdan 280) Live Music on Fri and Sun from 7:00 to 10:00pm Que?Pasa (625 Aquiles Serdan) Bob Tandem & Friends on Mon from 7-9 pm Revolution Restaurant & Bar (Matamoros #235 Col. Centro) The Sunset Raiders on Sat at 8 pm Incanto (Insurgentes 109) Zen Hour is Tue - Sun at 4:00pm Red Suitcase Band on Sun and Wed at 7:30pm Zoe Wood & Eduardo Leon on Thu at 5:00pm Open Mic on Thu at 7:30pm Joan Houston on Fri at 5:00pm Luis & Fernando on Fri at 7:30pm Dennis Crow on Fri-Sun and Tue-Wed at 9:30pm George Gracia on Sun at 5:00pm Cheko Ruiz Gypsy Kings on Sun at 8:00pm Tongo on Tue at 5:00pm Edgar Roxha on Tue at 7:00pm Joby Hernandez on Wed at 5:00pm More @ incantovallarta.com

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RIVIERA NAYARIT 6TH LA CRUZ DE HUANACAXTLE FISHING TOURNAMENT (Oct. 10-14): The marquee tournament in the Mexican Pacific returns to Riviera Nayarit this October – a destination that is renowned for its sport fishing offer. World class sportsmen will make their way to La Cruz De Huanacaxtle’s Marina Riviera Nayarit and try to catch some of the region’s most sought-after fish. More info at facebook.com/ clubdepescatepic 10TH VALLARTA – NAYARIT GASTRONOMICA (Oct. 14-18): Gourmands and foodie novices alike will come together to enjoy various events in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit that celebrate the region’s gastronomic offering. The lineup includes workshops, tasting, dinners and special events. More info at vallartanayaritgastronomica.com

ONGOING EVENTS ART

LIFE DRAWING’ ART WORKSHOP: LOCAL ARTIST ARMANDO REYES— Join us on a new night, Wednesdays at 8pm in the theater. More information and online tickets. More info at IncantoVallarta.com. MALECON SCULPTURES 101— Enjoy a relaxed walk by the ocean while chatting about the sculptures on the Malecon

Expats In Mexico – The Expat Guide to Living in Mexico – celebrates its second anniversary and Mexico’s birthday with a photo contest designed to capture the very best Mexico Moments experienced by expats in Mexico, aspiring expats who want to live in Mexico and travelers who visit the country often. Participants can submit

and the local art scene, plus a delicious Mexican brunch or snack at a charming and very unique spot. A fantastic cultural experience with a local friend. Wed, Thu and Fri at 9:00am. Make reservations through Vallarta101 (facebook.com/welovevallarta | 01 322 100 2253) HANDBUILDING WITH CLAY AT ART VALLARTA— This class will take the beginner student through each step of coil and slab building. The instructor will familiarize you with terms ,tools and processes, supporting your creative vision. You will build simple projects from choosing your idea, applying techniques you learn, finishing with firing and glazing. Monday and Friday from 10:00am to 1:00pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm; Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30pm to 4:30pm. 350 pesos plus Clay Kit (462 pesos). Art Vallarta Gallery (Calle Pilitas 213 | facebook.com/artvallarta) INTRODUCTION TO WHEEL THROWING AT ART VALLARTA— This is the next step after fundamental building with clay. You will be guided in interactive instruction on the electric potter’s wheel; learning basic techniques, necessary for progressing as an artist in clay using the potter’s wheel. Basic finishing techniques in high – fire clay, glazing, firing and loading the kiln.350.00 pesos plus clay (462 pesos). Monday and Friday from 10:00am to 1:00pm and 1:30pm to 4:30pm; Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30pm to 4:30pm. 350 pesos plus Clay Kit (462 pesos). Art Vallarta Gallery (Calle Pilitas 213 | facebook.com/artvallarta)

Mexico Photo Contest the photo they feel best reflects what Mexico means to them by visiting the https:// www.expatsinmexico.com Expats In Mexico homepage, clicking on the Enter the Contest button, completing the Mexico Moments Photo Contest Entry Form and uploading their photo

(JPEG format only). The contest winner will receive a U.S. $300 Amazon gift certificate, second place a U.S. $200 Amazon gift certificate and third place a U.S. $100 Amazon gift certificate. Fourth through 10th place runner-ups will receive a signed copy of the book “Boomers in Para-

dise: Living in Puerto Vallarta” by author Robert Nelson. The contest will begin Sunday, September 16 at 12:01 a.m. PDT and end Sunday, October 14 at 11:59 a.m. PDT. Winners will be notified and announced on the Expats In Mexico website and through social media no later than Monday, October 22, 2018.

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