Vallarta Tribune - Issue 1151 April 25 - May 2, 2019 by Vallarta Tribune

CUISINE

A Table in the Corner - La Cigale Page 10

ENTERTAINMENT

HEALTH & WELLNESS

RenÃ©e Armand Returns to Act II

Essencia Spa

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ALL-INCLUSIVE NEWS AND ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE FOR VALLARTA AND RIVIERA NAYARIT

Semana Santa Sunsets Photo by Julie St. Louis

MAP OF BANDERAS BAY

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VALLARTA SHOPPING PAGES 28-29

EVENTS PAGES 22-23

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Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

t the Vallarta 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 and the southern part Nayarit are on Central time – if you’re heading further north than Lo de Marcos, Nayarit, remember the time change so you don’t miss your flight. BUSES: A system of urban buses can bring you from El Tuito in the south to San Pancho in the north and all the spots in between. Fares vary according to distances travelled, but the base fare is 10 pesos. If you’re going further than San Pancho, head to the main bus terminal to catch a ‘Pacifico’ bus. TAXIS: There are set fares within defined zones of town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with the driver. 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 cheaper than a taxi usually. GETTING AROUND: In many places such as Centro Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta there are paths for bikes and pedestrians. Please be respectful of these designations. MONEY EXCHANGE: The most hassle-free way to exchange money is to use your debit card in the ATM to withdraw pesos. Exchange houses offer higher rates and banks are remiss to change dollars to pesos if you don’t hold an account with them. Best to use ATM’s that are affiliated with a reputable bank located in well lit secure areas. TIPPING: In general you should tip 10-20% in restaurants and bars. Taxi or Uber drivers – 10-20 pesos. The person who bags your groceries or helps load your car

– 10-20 pesos. Don’t forget to tip your maid, bell boy, masseuse, the band, the entertainment on your tour. And by all means, tip more if you want, wages are extremely low in Mexico. 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. Don’t wreck your holiday – buy bottle water. 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. The process is inexpensive and only takes a day or two. You only need a certificate of health from a local vet and check with your airline for additional requirements. 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, politeness is paramont. 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 very expensive. You can go to jail and your vehicle impounded. There are many checkstops on the weekends, and you will be asked to take a breathalizer test 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 often 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.

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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

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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 3,200 27.03.2019 ROYAL PRINCESS 3,600 27.03.2019 NIEUW AMSTERDAM 2,106 28.03.2019 VOLENDAM 1,850 31.03.2019 CARNIVAL 3,200 02.04.2019 PRINCESS CRUISES 3,600 03.04.2019 MS AMADEA 694 03.04.2019 HOLLAND AMERICA 2,106 04.04.2019 CELEBRETY 2,850 05.04.2019 HOLLAND AMERICA 1,850 06.04.2019 PRINCESS CRUISES 2,400 08.04.2019 CARNIVAL 3,200 10.04.2019 HOLLAND AMERICA 2,104 10.04.2019 PRINCESS CRUISES 3,600 10.04.2019 NORWEGIAN CRUISES 4,004 10.04.2019 HOLLAND AMERICA 2,106 11.04.2019 CARNIVAL 3,200 17.04.2019 PRINCESS CRUISES 3,600 17.04.2019

In the month of April Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit welcomes 66,828 passengers! Bienvenido! NAME

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NORWEGIAN CRUISES 4,004 17.04.2019 HOLLAND AMERICA 2,106 18.04.2019 PRINCESS CRUISES 3,080 21.04.2019 PRINCESS CRUISES 1,974 21.04.2019 CARNIVAL 3,200 24.04.2019 PRINCESS CRUISES 3,600 24.04.2019 NORWEGIAN CRUISES 4,004 24.04.2019 DISNEY CRUISES LINE 2,400 25.04.2019 HOLLAND AMERICA 2,106 25.04.2019 HOLLAND AMERICA 1,840 27.04.2019

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Lots of events

s we roll out of Semana Santa and into May, it just doesn’t stop. The annual Azteca Vallarta Int’l Folkloric Dance Festival kicks off on April 28 until May 5, with free nightly performances held on the malecon and at IPEJAL grounds beside the Sheraton, in front of the Agustín Flores Contreras Municipal Stadium. We have some details in this week’s pages and also you can find the complete schedule on our Facebook Page. From dancing to tennis, the Puerto Vallarta Open ATP Challenger Tour takes place from

April 29 – May 5 at Parque Parota, just north of Plaza Caracol These are some of the top ranked players in the world playing excellent quality tennis. Tickets can be purchased at www.puertovallartaopen.com. The RHA Electronic Music Festival takes place this weekend in La Cruz. IF we can get AJ there, maybe he’ll remember enough to write an awesome review next week. May 15 – June 20 we enjoy the different menus of over 60 restaurants around the bay during

Restaurant Week, where some of our favourite establishments offer three course menus at discounted prices. Then Down Puerto Vallarta – the downhill mountain bike event through the streets of Vallarta’s Centro neighbourhood takes place May 18-19 this year. Pride is taking place May 20-27 with many events as well as ‘the’ parade of the year taking place on

ove your paper, read it often. My wife and I have a home in Nuevo Vallarta. We love Mexico and all the sports including bicycles. In Nuevo we have sidewalks, roads and bike paths. More and more people are riding bikes. Can you add some verbiage in your Information about Mexico and Puerto Vallarta in the front of your paper telling walkers/runners to be

courteous on a bike path. Example- share the bike path while walking/running, but remember it is for bicycles. Walk toward cyclists, step off when approached. People are often startled by a cyclist and almost get hit, then yell at the cyclists. Be aware of your surroundings and yield to cyclists, for courtesy, for safety, for good common sense. Nuevo Vallarta resident, M. Ayler Thank you

Have a great week. Safe travels,

Christ Church by the Sea

Dear Editor,

Now, for those of you who have already returned back to your homes in the north, don’t you wish you’d extended your stay another month? I heard it snowed this week in parts of the US. My condolences. We’ll be here.

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Dear Editor, he WOW (Women On Wednesdays) Social Group is so proud of our two youngest members who both have businesses in Puerto Vallarta that we’re hoping you will put this photo and shout out in your paper soon. As the season winds down, and the Thurs Night Marina Market ends too, Dz’s Route 66 Diner provided space for an impromtu (1st ever) ‘Easter PV Cupcakes and PV Photo Booth Bus’ to highlight two wonderful businesses owned and operated by two wonderful young women! PV Cupcakes by Tori is at Plaza Caracol and Delaney will set up, bring props and develop photos in minutes at functions around the bay by your contacting her directly at 322.180.8167 or www.puertovallartaphotoboothbus. com The WOW Social Group meets twice monthly, and we continue yearround to help by providing information & support to fulltime women residents. Like us at WOW on Face Book or email nevamore@shaw.ca for more info. Thanks, Nancy (WOW coordinator in the middle) Attachments area

May 23! If all that wasn’t enough, it’s the city of Vallarta’s birthday (month) and the city typically hosts many events including their annual Mayofest, which this year has one of my favourite cumbia bands headlining; Los Angeles Azules will be playing the malecon on May 31 – if you’re not familiar with them check out this song ‘Nunca es Sufficiente’ on YouTube. https:// youtu.be/k76BgIb89-s

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Sayulita’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Completed

Paradise and Parenting

By Valorie VanRheen

n Thursday, April 11th, 2019, the emissor pipe was successfully installed to the newly upgraded wastewater treatment plant in Sayulita. The Gobernador Antonio Echevarria Garcia ,the Presidente Municipal de Bahia de Banderas, Jaime Cuevas, and the director of the CEA (Nayarit’s potable water authority), Martha Patricia Urenda Delgado were at the treatment plant yesterday, on April 16th, to tour and inaugurate the newly upgraded and fully functioning plant and emissor. Many people turned out today to tour the plant and grounds, and it was great to see everyone involved in the process. There was also a noticeable lack of odor at the plant, which was a pleasant experience. The government of Nayarit also tested the water quality and the latest test results showed between 10 and 20 NMP / 100 ml enterococci, which is well below the 200 NMP / 100 ml limit set by the government for safe swimming. The treatment plant was previously only able to process 20-30 liters per second when both sides of the plant were in optimum running condition, which could not always keep up with the demand due to tourism growth, but

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H it now has now been upgraded to process up to 80 liters per second, which is a huge improvement, and can handle the busiest tourist times, such as Semana Santa and Christmas / New Year’s Eve holidays. With the emissor pipe in place and functioning, there is no treated water entering the river or emptying onto the beach. The fully treated water is instead emitted through a pipe that is anchored to the sea bed and emits the treated water 2.3 km into the deep ocean. With good maintenance, this newly upgraded plant will serve Sayulita for the next 25 years as the population continues to grow. The government is now overseeing the management of the plant, so there will be regular inspections

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and upkeep. This massive infrastructure upgrade could not have happened without the actions of Grupo Pro Sayulita, who took the initiative to get studies in place, engineering plans, apply for permits, and also the many donors who helped the project get underway. The new sewer line beneath Manuel Navarette, beneath the river bed, and the new storage tank at the plant were all funded by Grupo Pro Sayulita as well as private donations. The newly elected Mexican State and Federal government then took over the project and have been working diligently for months to bring about the completion of the project, which they funded in excess of 41 million pesos. This is the best news Sayulita has received in a very long time; thanks to everyone who stood by this necessary project and donated their time and money to bring about positive change for the health of everyone in Sayulita. There is still more to do, so please consider becoming a member of Grupo Pro Sayulita, or you can always pick a cause and donate directly to that fund. You can donate to Grupo Pro Sayulita at https:// www.prosayulita.org/donate/ Local volunteers are already discussing a project to bring back plant life to improve the health of the natural estuary at the mouth of Sayulita’s seasonal river. Originally published at http:// www.sayulitalife.com

ave you ever really needed a vacation so badly that, once you actually get the break, you cannot relax? This is what has been happening to me during Semana Santa. Perhaps you might have noticed that Easter came a little later than usual this year. If you are a teacher or are married to one, you definitely noticed and have the eye twitch to prove it. That means it was a constant blur of activity and motion in the days leading up to spring break, and at 3pm on the last day of school, this frenetic movement forward stopped as suddenly as a galloping horse at the edge of the Grand Canyon. In this particular metaphor, you as the teacher are the unfortunate rider, thrown clear into the abyss. In my case, the abyss is my home and all of the things that we need to do inside of our house. While I’m working my forty hour week I don’t often notice all the little things needing to be fixed, such as light bulbs or the grass being slowly replaced by the unlucky kind of clover. Once I’m home all day and not trying to invent activities for the children (in order to give the TV a break), I’m staring dispiritedly at the paint that is chipping off the walls in a steady gray powdery stream. As long as there are things to do, relaxation in its pure, lazy form eludes me. I decided to forget relaxation for a couple of days and took my daughter to Guadalajara for a girl’s shopping trip. I figured it would be great chance to connect with her and a good opportunity for Gilberto to spend some time with his son. When we got back, we would all be tired and perfectly ready to relax. It all worked out according to plan except for the part where my daughter and I got stranded in an elevator which coincidentally happens to be my worst fear in all my life. I started panicking but had to keep smiling and acting like

everything was fine for my daughter’s sake (parenting is basically just compulsively lying). I must have given away my distress when I started trying to pry open the doors with all of my strength, because she said “Mom, you need to calm down.” I turned around, smiling, which must have been pretty terrifying, because she backed away and rang the alarm bell. Happily, we were rescued within about ten minutes (although it felt a bit more like two weeks) and I pretended to be happy and relieved instead of screaming hysterically at the hotel staff like I imagined in my head. I figured after that that everything would be fine, because what could be worse? We enjoyed a great time pillaging the Old Navy in the Galerias mall in Zapopan, spent the night at the hotel doing face masks and watching “Hoarders” in Spanish, and headed back to PV the next day. But I didn’t count on leaving my son alone with his dad and when we got home, The Boy’s hair was dyed completely blue and his father was conveniently at a work gig. He couldn’t have been more pleased with himself. I will say that when I started smiling he did take a step back. At the end of week one, I decided that life was too short to worry about a body part that actually does grow back, and to be fair, I should have realized that, when I married a rock musician, hair color might not always be natural in our family. And we did come up with a few great activities to unwind a little. Lucky for me, we have the beautiful river, and we have El Rio BBQ which is STILL OPEN for a week or two more. For some reason the Semana Santa crowd didn’t overrun it, and my friends and I had a great afternoon sipping cold drinks and listening to my husband and Bob’s classic rock set. Our children sat in the river and played Truth or Dare (once you hit thirteen, apparently simply swimming is kind of lame too).

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Medical Matters Pam Thompson

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

And Another New Guy in Town! - Dr. Ziggy!

he plethora of specialty physicians continues to grow here in Puerto Vallarta! I am always so thrilled to meet new doctors, learn about their specialties, why they moved here and get to know their personalities. And now, we have another! Dr. Sigfriedo Lopez (he goes by Dr. Ziggy), maxillofacial specialist. For many years, I have received requests for someone in this specialty and now I have one! We had a little chat and covered the following information: Where are you from and where did you attend medical school? I was born in a beautiful small town near the Chapala Lake in the state of Michoacán, called Sahuayo, where I grew up surrounded by family and friends. Later, I attended schools in Vancouver, Canada and Orange County, California. I then moved back to Guadalajara, where I finished my medical career in the Hospital Civil Nuevo de Guadalajara Juan I. Menchaca. Why did you choose this specialty? I chose this specialty because there was a member of my family who needed urgent help by an Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon, and it was really hard for us to find one, so I realized the fact that this was actually a health problem because by not having an specialist nearby, patients would end up without the proper doctor to treat the patients and the patients would end up without a proper treatment. What exactly is a maxillofacial specialist and what types of patients do you see? Maxillofacial surgeons are specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of disorders affecting the facial complex and skeleton, including the jaws and oral cavity. Contemporary training in both medicine and dentistry enables

oral & maxillofacial surgeons to treat conditions requiring expertise in both fields. These include a range of common oral surgical problems (impacted teeth, dental implants), jaw and congenital facial disproportion, facial trauma, oral cancer, salivary gland disease, temporomandibular joint disorders, sleep apnea, and various benign pathologies (cysts and tumors of the jaws). Treatments may be performed on the craniomaxillofacial complex: mouth, jaws, face, neck, and skull, to include, for example: Dent alveolar surgery which is surgery to remove impacted teeth, difficult tooth extractions, extractions on medically compromised patients, bone grafting or pre-prosthetic surgery to provide better anatomy for the placement of implants, Surgery to insert “Osseo integrated” (bone fused) dental implants and maxillofacial implants for attaching craniofacial prostheses and bone anchored hearing aids. Cosmetic surgery of the head and neck, cheek augmentation, chin augmentation, neck liposuction Corrective jaw surgery including surgical treatment and/ or splinting of sleep apnea, maxillomandibular advancement, genioplasty (chin surgery). Diagnosis and treatment of: benign pathology (cysts, tumors), malignant pathology (oral, head and neck cancer) with ablative and reconstructive surgery, microsurgery, cutaneous malignancy (skin cancer), lip reconstruction. Congenital craniofacial malformations such as cleft lip and palate and cranial vault malformations such as craniosynostosis, (craniofacial surgery). Chronic facial pain disorders Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders Dysgnathia (incorrect bite), and orthognathic (literally

“straight bite”) reconstructive surgery, orthognathic surgery, maxillomandibular advancement, surgical correction of facial asymmetry. Soft and hard tissue trauma of the oral and maxillofacial region (jaw fractures, cheek bone fractures, nasal fractures, LeFort fracture, skull fractures and eye socket fractures). How do you like living in Puerto Vallarta? I believe that the people who live near the ocean by choice are dreamers. I cannot be far away from the ocean for too long, I need the expansion that the ocean gives us, the feeling of freedom and as you take in the vastness of the ocean before you, it can also help to put things into perspective. And Puerto Vallarta gives me all that. Dr. Ziggy has mentioned to me surgical approaches he does for sleep apnea and I will do an article on that soon. Sounds interesting! If you would like to meet and get to know Dr. Ziggy better, please join us at our “Breakfast with a Physician” as we casually gather around the table and ask questions to Dr. Ziggy. May 14, 2019 at 9am. RSVP please. No

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charge. We welcome Dr. Ziggy to Puerto Vallarta’s expanding healthcare field. For information/

appointment, please send me an email. Here’s to an impressive week!

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Be The Change Marcella Castellanos

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Hola, soy Marcella Castellanos. I´m a bilingual Mexican - Californian, living in Puerto Vallarta for a decade. As a forty-something certified health educator, I’m passionate about health, consciousness and sustainability. I help people revitalize their health, vitality and mindset through plant based cooking, adventure and helping bridge communication barriers with the people, places and culture of Mexico. Search Marcella Castellanos on Youtube.com

Let’s Talk Parasites

o you have parasites and you don’t even know it? Sorry, I know you want to talk margaritas and tacos, but this is important. The thought of having parasites can conjure up scary and/or disgusting images, but know that this is a common problem and an issue that can mimic many other health ailments. Parasites can be contracted by travelling abroad, eating contaminated food or drinking contaminated water, eating uncooked fish such as sushi, or other types of meats, unfortunately there are

myriad of ways you can get these mini aliens in your body. A parasite is an organism that feeds off of another organism to acquire nutrients. Intestinal parasites are usually worms that are either microscopic or visible to the naked eye. Some examples of parasites are pinworms, whipworms, hookworms, roundworms and tapeworms, flukes. These organisms can range in size and color and can cause a number of symptoms that you may not even suspect are caused by parasites. Here is a list of some common symptoms: 1.- You have difficulty falling or

staying asleep. 2.- You grind your teeth in your sleep. 3.- You have pain in your joints or muscles 4.- You feel exhausted, depressed, or have constant apathetic feelings. 5.- You have been tested to be low in iron and may be anemic. 6.- You have IBS symptoms, gas, constipation or diarrhea.

7.- Your digestion has not been the same for some time especially after food poisoning. It is estimated that over 90% of people have parasites, but most are not aware of it. Fortunately, there are many ways to cleanse your body of these critters and it can be done with a stool test and a treatment plan that might include an over the counter medication or

tincture from a health food store or with many foods found in nature. Sometimes, however, an over-thecounter med is not enough and it can take months to fully cleanse yourself of these invaders. Here are some healing foods that kill off parasites: papaya and papaya seed, coconut and coconut oil, oregano oil, cloves and clove oil, thyme oil, raw garlic, diatomaceous earth, apple cider vinegar in water, to name a few. A tincture that contains black walnut hull, wormwood and clove is also very effective. As well, I purchased a concoction of different herbs in Guadalajara recently for 30 pesos called lombricidia. There are many YouTube videos on this topic, a Facebook group called Let’s Talk Parasites and I highly recommend the late Dr. Hulda Clarke’s work, a pioneer in natural medicine. You can find some of her interviews on YouTube and she has also written a book called, The Cure for all Diseases. Happy Cleansing! Ed. note: Over the counter parasite medicines should not be taken without proper stool tests and never with alcohol. They can cause serious damage to your internal organs if not taken properly.

Tidbits about Tiles By Emily Murray earing the end of Semana Pascua, this is also the time we mark the unofficial/ official end of high season, and slowly begin creeping toward summer. We’ll still be working in the Park for another few weeks, but right about the time you fire up the AC for the first time (or wish you had AC to fire up for the first time!), will be about the same time we’re packing it in for the summer months. But just because we aren’t physically working in the Park, doesn’t mean nothing’s getting done. Summertime is planning time for us. Wintertime is doing time. Summertime is when we plan where to stick all those Celebration Tiles, and wintertime is when we actually stick them. If you’ve been watching the progress in the Park unfolding and want to be a part of the action, you can and you should! Designing your very own tile is the perfect way. Visit our Sponsorship page (https://www. parqueazulejospv.com/sponsor) to see all the sizes and shapes that are available, and once you’ve got that part nailed down, let the designing begin! You’ll meet with our team to create something that really embodies the feeling you’re going for,

and end up with a special little place in Vallarta all your own. The Celebration Tiles are such a fun part of creating the Tile Park because it’s collaborative, and we love working with you! When the Park is done, we’ll have a place full of memories, and the finished product will be more bright and beautiful because of each individual contribution. You might already know this, but because of the high demand for custom tiles, and the ebb and flow of the planning/doing stages, it takes at least one season for a tile to go from a concept in your head to physically set in the Park. It’s a big deal, these tiles! This is a good thing to keep in mind as you find yourself winding down from high season too, and perhaps thinking about what’s to come. Let your mind take a walk through the Park, and when you’ve got your perfectly unique design in mind, give us a shout! We can’t wait to hear all about it.

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From Here Two-level Penthouse on the beach! Marcia Blondin

CARACOLES PH8 4 bed / 4 bath, 2,979 sq.ft. Asking $695,000 USD

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ingo for the Purr Project, Pasitos de Luz, and Colina Spay and Neuter Clinic is finished for the season. All three charities benefitted, and that trickles down to fewer puppies and kitties on our streets, and more therapies for special-needs kids. Bravos go to Sean and Tammy at Nacho Daddy for providing their restaurant/bar and to the people and businesses in town that provide Bingo prizes. Bravas for Lydia and Laura – both lovely Bingo callers; for Marilyn, Rhonda, Colette, Verity, Shanti, and their super volunteers who make the Bingo games happen week in, week out, all season long – take a bow with our thanks for many Happy Wednesday afternoons. Bob Bruneau accompanied young tenor Alejandro Peña in his second concert at Incanto. A most appreciative audience leaped to their feet simultaneously more than once to the superb music. A special guest popped in during “O Sole Mio” and the solo quickly became a stunning duet that had the crowd literally screaming for more. Alejandro gave long-stemmed red roses as he walked through the audience during his performance as he purposely tries to overcome his natural nervousness. He has all the attributes of a star, and I believe years from now we will look back and remember his very first, and his second performance on a real stage in front of a real paying audience. If I may offer a suggestion: please, Alejandro! Sing more opera. Okay, one more thing…along the same lines: never do a concert without including at least part of ‘Nessum Dorma.’

Alejandro’s ‘special guest’ was Enrique de Allende. A full report on his concert right here, next week. How was your Easter long weekend? Mine was unutterably marvelous. I had 48 hours… in a row!...where I didn’t have to get dressed, put on makeup, go outside, talk to anybody face to face. No shopping, no workouts, no deadlines, no shows, no lunches, dinners nor cocktail parties. Instead of all that busy work, I cleaned my house, did all my laundry, pruned my garden, worked a bit in my studio and cooked enough food so my sister (arriving Saturday) and I won’t starve while she’s here. The freezer is full, my feet aren’t sticking to my floor anymore, my cats have no enormous fur-balls to chase around imagining them to be some strange outer-space creatures. They are happy, though, with clean (and full) food bowls, scrubbed litter boxes and their very own, plastic glass full of water, which the little darlings stole from me. After two long, hard days of domestic drudgery, I slid joyously into a fresh, clean bed, happily exhausted with one final thought: “show me a perfectly clean house, and I will show you a perfectly wasted life.” Alas, not my words, but most assuredly my sentiments, From Here. P.S. (To the Easter Bunny: I forgive you for not stopping and leaving me the 70% Cocoa chocolate bar with sea salt. One teeny trip to La Comer was evidently too much for you; there will be no cookies and milk for you next year, buddy; also, From Here.) P.P.S. All work and no play? Get out there and hug one another with springtime fierceness, and save a couple for me…From Here. Fin.

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ne of the décor styles I recommend to many customers here in Vallarta is Shabby Chic. Most people who own vacation or retirement homes in Mexico want it to be relaxed and comfortable. To me, there is nothing better than chilling out in a home where every piece of furniture contributes to making a home soft, dreamy and welcoming. The Shabby Chic décor style has been around for over twenty years and is said to have originated in Santa Monica. It is an eclectic style and comes under the umbrella of rustic décor. It makes strong use of furniture and décor that have the look of being worn-in and distressed. (If you think about how a well-worn pair of jeans feel, you get the idea of how comfortable Shabby Chic is meant to be.) Furniture can either be purchased from second hand and

antique shops or bought new with a distressed finish that makes it look older. Many online stores in Mexico offer new furniture and decor items with this distressed finish making it even easier to furnish your home away from home in this casual style. Metal items such as outdoor tables and chairs can have a distressed look that appears as if some of the paint has peeled off. Wood furniture such as dining room and coffee tables can have a weathered natural wood look. For those looking for a more sophisticated edge, use a palette of cream and off-white with white-washed wood furniture. Include lots of accessories, especially those with texture

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and details. I love to add vases and jugs that are mismatched to give that homey feel. If a more rustic vibe is your preference, stick to distressed natural wood furniture. A matching bench to a distressed wood dining room table will bring an exciting twist over regular dining chairs. Regardless which you prefer, both will create the shabby chic look. Along with the “aged” pieces, this décor style incorporates pastel colors, feminine décor touches and oversized, overstuffed upholstery. When selecting your sofa and occasional chair, opt for one with a white or cream cover. Since these colors are more challenging to keep clean, it is critical to get a performance fabric cover. Look for a sofa manufacturer such as Palliser who offers these durable, stain-resistant, easily-cleanable covers at the same price as regular covers. For the bedroom, a white overfilled duvet layered with big fluffy pillows is mandatory. Vintage or distressed wood side tables and headboard will create the cozy retreat sure to have you drifting off to a night of deep, relaxing sleep. Décor items that are mix and match in stripes and florals can bring in touches of color to liven up the room. A beveled edge mirror, antique in style, will be a perfect addition to your Shabby Chic style home. This décor style is often one of the less expensive. Interested in finding out where you can get furniture and décor for a Shabby Chic style home? Email me at sa.novak@solutionsmexico.com.

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love Paris. So did my mother, who would whisk me off for weekends when I was little. I remember teas in the Tuilleries Gardens and dinners at Maxim’s – contributions to my inner Gigi! I spent some time there last year. I’m glad not this summer as poor Paris is going through a bad time, what with Notre Dame’s devastating fire and the Gilets Jaunes storming the Champs Elysees. All bistros write their specials on an ardoise, or little black slate, which consists of the same array of dishes - soupe a l’oignon, escargots, moules, quiche Lorraine, steak tartare, salade nicoise, boeuf bourguignon, coq au vin, onglet and frites – everyday dishes perfected by the French who love them, as do the tourists. Frankly (no pun intended) they pale after a while, but here in Mexico I crave them – luckily I have La Cigale (Hidalgo 398, Centro) for a Gallic fix! The menu here is extensive, not only offering all of the above, but lots more. Your appetite is whetted with yummy bread topped with excellent tapenade. Their moules come three ways, either with white wine, Provencal (tomato based), or mariniere (herbal and garlicky), with bread, it’s a meal in itself. Pastry lovers will be in heaven start with the puff pastry baked brie (share it or you will be too stuffed to go on), morph into the vol au vents (pretty French for ‘little flights of air’) - the other day they were stuffed with scallops and champagne and finish up with their marvelous profiteroles, traditionally made with choux pastry which is used in éclairs. Try one of their mini cocottes (a fun word which refers to this little baked dish and also ladies of the evening). The La Cigale cocotte consists everything but the kitchen sink - cream, eggs, ham and herbs and is utterly delicious. They do a good boeuf Bourguignonne with

lots of red wine. And their steak au poivre is terrific. In fact nothing here has disappointed me except perhaps the kidneys I had once which were too small and rubbery. To cleanse the palate after your entrée, go for the ubiquitous salade verte. One thing I have noticed is that the French are stingy with their vegetables. Not like here where the plate is festooned with them. They seem to regard a salad and fries as the recommended daily allowance of their vitamin intake. That’s is why the vegetarian temple of Arpege in Paris is so special, chef Alain Passard can make a masterpiece out of a couple of peas – at an exorbitant price I might add. The wine list is pretty good and they have a nice array of Kirs to start off the proceedings. If you want to bring in your own bottle, there is a corkage fee and they decant it for you, which is very nice. Service is suitably efficient, if perhaps a little perfunctory, though I do not like to see the staff lounging by the bar on their cell phones, it rather spoils the bustling ambiance of a bistro. So for now, as Julia Child would say: “Bon Appetit!”.

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ith all the dining and drinking I do in this space, a little exercise now and again is a good way to ensure I can remain exactly this fat. The crowded celebrations of Semana Santa also seemed like a perfect time to get the hell out of town, and so I decided to leave the night life behind if only for a weekend in favor of an afternoon hiking the trail from Boca de Tomatlan to Las Animas, located about 20 minutes south of the traffic--um, city. The Vibes: I stepped off the bus that takes passengers from the corner of Basilio Badillo and Constitucion in Old Town to the elevated

entryway to the town of Boca de Tomatlan early that Saturday morning...most weekends at 10am I would be either sound asleep or blazedly browsing the Internet for obscure tidbits to include in my writings, but this day was different. I descended the hill into town and followed the river south to the beginning of the foot path that follows the coast through the lush tropical jungle, slightly south of civilization. Along the way, the signature sights of a small fishing town revealed themselves...small boats buzzed around the waterfront as first-shift beach bums began to take their privileged positions on the shore...to my eyes,

everyone had the right idea about how to spend their Saturday. After a short stroll I arrived at the foot of the trail, marked with a gorgeous gradient of green backed by splashes of other shades. A brightly colored butterfly fluttered past my shoulder as we moved further into the jungle, and before long I was far too immersed in the scenery to long for the comfort of my regularly scheduled laziness. The Vices: Despite my distinctly hedonistic bent, I really don’t have a problem with physical exertion if it’s for a reason...I actually enjoy it. Among the many rich rewards for this commitment to fitness was a stop at Playa Colomitos, a semi-secluded spot that greets visitors with calm cerulean waters and ample space for lounging. Coolers dotted the stretch of sand, and a group surrounding one of them offered me a beer after I struck up a conversation. Naturally, I had already loaded a few in my backpack for the journey, but was happy to accept a colder one in the interest of conserving my supply for later breaks. After a quick splash in the surf, I turned up the hill leading away from the beach toward an attraction I had discovered on a previous trip, a small

Spring Entertainment at Act II!

uerto Vallarta’s busy “winter” season is winding down, but Act II still has some amazing shows for you during this popular Spring season! As the #1 Entertainment Venue in the Banderas Bay, Act II is THE PLACE to go for live entertainment! Featuring Broadway musicals, musical cabaret and drag shows, Act II brings to you the “BEST OF THE BEST” performers in the Banderas Bay! AVENUE Q opens May 6! This delightful, laugh-out-loud American musical was performed on Broadway from 2003 to 2009. Audiences everywhere have been captivated by its fresh and funny story, and It won the prestigious 2004 “Triple Crown” for Tony Awards…. BEST MUSIC, BEST SCORE and BEST BOOK! AND…. it won FIRST PLACE in the hearts of Vallartans during its 6-month run

just two years ago! In fact, known as “The Perfect Vallarta Musical,” it has been the most requested show to return to the Act II stage! Tickets are available now at www.act2pv.com! Act II is the “#1 Entertainment Venue” ~TripAdvisor (Hot off the press!) “#1 Performing Arts Venue” ~Vallarta Tribune! TripAdvisor: Located in Zona Romantica -- it’s like all of ‘Off Broadway’ rolled into one building! “Musicals, dramatic theater, cabaret performances, drag shows and comedies! I was pleasantly surprised to discover that a man named Danny Mininni brought all of this to the tropical city of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Called Act II Entertainment Stages, the venue located in the Zona Romantica area offers first-rate, affordable productions nightly on multiple stages and cabaret lounges. Plus, cocktails are served right at your seat! In fact, cocktails begin flowing in the atmospheric lounge area as patrons arrive in a steady buzz of chatter. …. Apparently, this multi-stage performance venue has been around for only 6 years, but is already one of PV’s must-see

attractions. In fact, even the street where the theater’s located buzzes nightly with sidewalk cafes, art galleries, unique boutiques and street vendors. What more could you ask for?” ~borisbetanoff, Washington, DC 4/19/19 A big thank you to so many of you who have written TripAdvisor reviews on our shows! We couldn’t have done this without you! Also, it’s not too late to write a review of YOUR favorite show, too! Just go to www.tripadvisor.com. Be sure and check this week’s schedule which is printed below. Many of our shows sell out, so get your tickets now at act2pv.com! Act II Shows Week of April 26 - May 3 FABULOUS FRIDAY, April 26 7:30 - PV’s #1 Songstress, Diana Villamonte - “I Will Always Love You,” a Whitney Houston Tribute.

waterfall nestled in the base of the Sierra Madre mountain range. Not only was it a welcome break from the heat of the midday sun, it was also an attractive backdrop for taking pictures...everyone knows if you don’t take a picture of an activity or event, it never actually happened. After my photo shoot, I hiked on for about an hour until I reached another sandy shore, one which I can never remember the name of but that you probably wouldn’t retain anyway. I exchanged The Silent Nod of Recognition at the other lone sunbather on the beach before breaking out the brewskis and sipping a couple of hours away in peace in tranquility. He was a great guy, we still never talk to this day. When I had drained the last can, I noticed the sun had slipped from its perch high overhead to continue its slide into the Pacific for the evening, meaning that it was time to move on. Although the trail is great during the day, I wouldn’t advise hiking through the jungle at night after a dozen beers for both the obvious reasons and because I have heard rumors of big cats lurking within. I don’t know if I believe them, but is it really worth confirming personally? Much better options awaited (PV’s #1 show for the past two years! Sells out every week!) 9:30 - Hedda Lettuce, starring in “Gringa in Paradise” (Winner of Best Drag Show 2017/18) SENSATIONAL SATURDAY, April 27 7:30 - “Born to Be Wild,” featuring the beautiful Renee Armand - the voice behind the Oscar-winning song, “The Morning After” 9:30 - Mama Tits, the 6’7” hilarious drag diva, starring in “Triple D”

SUPER SUNDAY, April 28 7:30 - “Best of ABBA & Elton,” starring Us Two and their LIVE BAND (This show sells out every week, so it is important to get your tickets early!) 9:30 - (FINAL SHOW!) “JoAnna, the Girl with a Gazilion Voices!” MARVELOUS MONDAY,April 29 7:30 - PV’s #1 Songstress & Runner-up in Voice of Mexico, Diana Villamonte, starring in “More Motown & Beyond” (Tickets sell out, so get yours early!) 9:30 - Mama Tits, the 6’7” hilarious drag diva, starring in “Triple D”

the end of the trail in Las Animas. I picked a different one of the essentially identical restaurants from last time, and summoned a delicious order of ceviche to put a nice bow on the afternoon. Gazing upon the ocean with herbal refreshment in hand, I took stock of just how lucky I was to live here...it was like the exact opposite of jail. (See April 11-17 edition of the Vallarta Tribune, for more on that.) The Verdict: With Earth Day having passed just this week, it’s good to remember that natural splendor is a big part of what makes the Banderas Bay such a uniquely appealing place to call home. The hike from Boca de Tomatlan to Las Animas is a more than worthwhile way to spend an afternoon, especially when you remember to bring all the right supplies such as sturdy footwear and proper hydration. Maybe I’ll catch you there.

TERRIFIC TUESDAY, April 30 7:30 “Born to Be Wild,” featuring the beautiful Renee Armand - the voice behind the Oscar-winning song, “The Morning After” THRILLING THURSDAY, May 2 7:30 - “Born to Be Wild,” featuring the beautiful Renee Armand - the voice behind the Oscar-winning song, “The Morning After” (FINAL SHOW – Saturday, May 4) FABULOUS FRIDAY, May 3 7:30 - PV’s #1 Songstress and Runner-up in Voice of Mexico, Diana Villamonte - “I Will Always Love You,” a Whitney Houston Tribute (This show sells out every week, so get your tickets early!) 9:30 - Hedda Lettuce, starring in “Gringa in Paradise” (Winner of Best Drag Show 2017/18) Act II has been voted the #1 Entertainment Venue in Puerto Vallarta! For more information about the venue or shows, check out the 1100+ reviews on TripAdvisor, or go to www.act2pv.com.

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Bon Voyage to Media Luna!

the incomparable Placido Domingo. Enrique has a marvelous tenor voice that appears effortless and at the same time extremely impressive. We hope to hear more cooperation of these great talents come Fall!

Born to Be Wild Opens This Week By Debbie White

Christie Seeley ast week marked the send off for Media Luna as they depart for the summer months and they did it with all the explosive energy of a rocket on the Fourth of July! Their shows at both Incanto Cabaret Theater and Babel Bar, filled with their incredible renditions and original music were further enhanced by the surprise appearances of the renowned tenor from San Miguel de Allende, Enrique de Allende! These guys know how to pick them! Enrique de Allende from San Miguel de Allende, Media Luna’s second home, is currently performing to sold out houses at Incanto, showing off his beautiful, smooth operatic voice in many genres of music from Frank Sinatra to romantic opera. With Media Luna’s inspired accompaniment he sang the ever popular Bésame Mucho with a finesse you have not experienced before. They then changed gears with a moving rendition of the classic Volver Volver made famous by the legend Vicente Fernández and later performed by

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Media Luna plans to return to Puerto Vallarta in October with a “wheel barrel full of surprises”! We can’t wait! For more details, visit my website vallartasounds.com

or an incredible musical experience, don’t miss renowned songstress, Renee Armand, who will once again bring musical magic to The Red Room in late April. Her new solo show, ‘Born to Be Wild,’ will play for the next two weeks on select dates. Renee was part of the Laurel Canyon music scene in the ’60s, with stars like Mama Cass, Carly Simon, The Beatles, The Eagles, James Taylor, George Harrison, Carole King, Linda Ronstadt and more. Creating some of the best music of their time, they worked and played together and wrote songs that helped shape a generation. In ‘Born to Be Wild,’ Rene will thrill you with her incredible talent and authenticity. Her heartfelt tributes and humor, combined with her gorgeous, soulful voice will move you as you find yourself re-living the music of those times. As a musician, Renee was discovered by Tony Bennett and mentored by Carmen McRae. As a singer/songwriter, she wrote and recorded with many wellknown artists. Her songs were recorded by Michael Jackson, Mama Cass, Linda Ronstadt and John Denver and she has performed all over the world. As a Los Angeles studio singer

Renee recorded movie themes, records and even a few commercials. She is also known for singing the Academy Award-winning song “The Morning After” from the movie, The Poseidon Adventure. She wrote «One Day In Your Life» that was recorded by Michael Jackson and also wrote «I Dream of Highways» with Hoyt Axton. She performed with The Coyote Sisters as well. Renee, a John Denver band member during the height of the music’s popularity will share amazing, true stories about her life, her career and the many singers she has performed with. Renee returns for her fifth season of shows at The Red Room, this year delivering a solo performance that audiences are sure to love! ‘Born to Be Wild’ is an emotionally moving musical experience delivered by a very talented ‹soul sister› who lived and breathed the songs of our lives from that special era of folk and rock n’ roll. This is the show to see if you are still in Vallarta in late April! To purchase tickets or for more information about ‘Born to Be Wild’ and other shows at Act II, go to www.actiientertainment.com

Incanto’s Piano Bar Lineup Shines

Tenor Alejandro Peña and ‘Naked Boys Singing!’ Held Over!

ncanto’s (Insurgentes 109, at the Rio Cuale) cozy traditional piano bar setting is better than ever with regulars and visitors alike relaxing around the piano and singing along. Pianist Dennis Crow plays most evenings at 9:30pm and takes requests. He can play just about anything, from wellknown show-tunes and Broadway favorites, to many selections from the ‘Great American Songbook’. Incanto will also welcome Benji Gutierrez (Zarapes de Neon) for several nights playing solo at the piano on April 23, 27, 30 at 9:30pm. Derek Carkner (PVGMC) will also guest at the piano on May 4 at 9:30pm. And on Wednesdays, join pianist/accompanist Jean-Guy Comeau (‘Jay-Gee’) for ‘Totally Romantico’ featuring French, Latin and American love songs from 5-7pm. Tenor Alejandro Peña will present another encore performance on Friday, May 3 at 8pm. His popularity has soared following two packed houses for his debut shows at Incanto. A Vallarta native recently back from Tepic where he studied music under some of Mexico’s most notable maestros, his breathtaking,

exquisite vocals leave audiences in awe as he presents some of opera’s most well-loved arias, as well as some contemporary and classic hits. Pianist Bob Bruneau will accompany him at the piano. Zoe & Leon, two of Vallarta’s most respected musicians, play Nuevo Flamenco, Latin, jazz originals and covers accompanied by the talented Renteria Bros. Zoe also blends in backstories and interesting information about the songs. They currently appear on Mondays at 7:30pm. Beginning May 3, they will move to Fridays at 7:30pm in the piano bar. Also, see the Renteria Bros. in their own show on Wednesdays at 7:30pm. Singer-songwriters Joby Hernandez and Tongo, who plays his own handmade flutes and drums, play many popular Latin and American favorites in English and Spanish. Currently on

Mondays in the piano bar at 5pm, they will move to Sundays at 5pm starting May 5. New arrivals, Victor & Anais, play on Tuesdays at 5pm. A duet from Puerto Vallarta performing acoustic versions of covers and originals in English and Spanish. Back by popular demand, award-winning vocalist Luis Villanueva (Juan Gabriel Tribute, Naked Boys Singing!) presents an exciting evening featuring 80s music and more from your favorite bands including Journey, Toto, Air Supply, and more! Luis will be accompanied by Music Director, Fernando Uribe at the piano weekly on Tuesdays at 7:30pm starting April 30. Held over again through May, Incanto’s homegrown hit of the season, Naked Boys Singing!, continues to garner rave reviews! This fun, sassy, enduring musical comedy is celebrating twenty-years off-Broadway. The all-Latino ensemble cast features six young local actors with outstanding vocal ability, who sing and dance completely nude about our human vulnerabilities in clever, catchy songs with heartfelt lyrics. Directed by original conceiver/

director, Robert Schrock, this crowd-pleasing local production has enjoyed numerous full-houses, standing ovations, and well-deserved accolades. Presented in English, now

playing through May 29. Open 9am-11:30pm daily. Riverside terrace breakfast 9am-2pm. Box office opens at 10am. Lunch is served 12pm-11pm. Casual evening dining on two riverside terraces and in the air-conditioned piano bar 4-11pm. Happy Hour from 4-6pm. 2x1 show tickets for select current shows during ‘The Zen Hour’ 4-5pm daily. Beginning May 6, Incanto will close on Mondays. For more information and online tickets: www.IncantoVallarta.com Incantopv@gmail.com 322 223 9756

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Fandango!

The Musician’s Muse by Toots Gabriel

Paul

Christie Seeley

vezelay@mac.com

From Oakland, California to Puerto Vallarta…lured by music of guitars and sounds of the sea. vallartasounds.com

o you know that feeling when you walk into a bookstore without a plan, reach up on a shelf and lay your hands on a book that changes your life or at least makes a big impact on a chapter of your existence? I guess we call that serendipity. More and more I find that my life is guided in a positive way by this phenomenon. I may suddenly be exposed to wonderful music and it leads to a joyful exploration of the story that surrounds it. This happened to me recently with the music from Veracruz. Inspired by singer Lila Downs’ Los Pollos (youtube.com/watch?v=4kEVzgw7_ Vo) and Media Luna’s rendition of the classic El Cascabel (youtube. com/watch?v=q8Mqtzja0XQ) last Saturday morning I approached the market at Olas Altas thinking how I would love to hear some of the Jarocho music from Veracruz. There, at the big stage, were three young women and a young man playing a wonderful array of string instruments; jaranas of various sizes, a requinto and even the quijada de burro— donkey’s jaw used for rhythm—along with a keyboard. The group, La Santa Patrona was out of Nayarit although the members came from several areas of Mexico and as far away as Patagonia, Argentina. All of them had fallen in love with the Jarocho sound which has its roots in the Spanish music that came to Veracruz, African beats from the Caribbean and native indigenous sounds. (youtu. be/g-uZ-_bh0OM) The Jarocho music is not only spirited and delightful to hear but when the lyrics are studied you learn it is filled with fun, “picardía” or rogui-

shness, and double meaning. It is really infectious. The songs sometimes go on forever with verse after verse making fun of everyday situations and each time becoming more hilarious as the singers go on with a second voice often repeating the first in a slightly different manner. Improvisation is important to the genre. In the song El Gallo a woman complains that she thinks the neighbor wants to catch her rooster and make a stew, but then you realize her neighbor may have other plans for her “Gallo” as it refers to her man. The music gives the feeling of a lively community gathering (a Fandango) filled with dance (zapateado), joy, and participation from all present, singing--as the songs are familiar to the entire group--clapping and dancing. The string instruments are works of art, meticulously hand crafted from one solid piece of a special wood. Nestor Villaseñor from Guadalajara and of the musical duo Tajín specializes in prehispanic musical instruments and has a shop in the market where you can see these wonderful pieces. Your mouth will water viewing them even if you are not a musician! He and Magali Uribe perform many songs from Veracruz at their show on Mondays at Babel Bar. (youtu.be/ C81vRVyeqjc) Encouraged by my friends Aldo and Alvaro at del Puerto Cafe on Madero near Corona who have been holding Fandangos at their cafe lately to show off the music and dance of Veracruz, I plan to visit the area this summer to experience more Musica Jarocho. I will definitely report back! For more details, visit my website: www.vallartasounds.com

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is name is Paul Lions Sellerier and the family background, on both sides, is French. His mom, Maru sometime hints that they might be of royal descent and, while she does seem to use the phrase, “Let them eat cake” a lot, isn’t it just like those blue bloods to have their little secrets, and mysteries. Paul is a graduate of the esteemed Fermatta School of Music in Mexico City. And his other keen interest, after the guitar, is paleontology. His favourite musician is Brian May. You know, of Queen. Turns out that Mr. May is not only a virtuoso guitarist but a PHD in Astrophysics as well. Whoa. For a long time there has been a kind of fixation with guitar players, and by the late fifties early Rock & Roll had produced some really fabulous talent. Then, in 1959, Johnny Horton recorded The Battle of New Orleans. It was a song about how American forces had successfully repelled the British invasion during the War of 1812. Back in the day when the mighty British Empire had begun to unravel. The Battle of New Orleans hit #1 that year. And President Eisenhower, who at one time was quoted as saying, “A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done” promptly sent a copy of the record to the Royal Family. With particular instructions that it be played at the upcoming birthday gala for the young Prince of Wales. And when Queen Elizabeth heard this song blaring over the loudspeakers she was pissed and spewed forth an extremely rare outburst of ‘Royal’ emotion. And she called forth her generals to the palace and grilled them about what they could do to respond. “Don’t we have anything in our damn arsenal that we can fire back at that confounded Yankee?” But they had no answers. And that evening they retired to one of the nearby clubs to listen to the local band and lick their wounds. And sitting right beside them, in the very next booth, was none other than a young fellow named Brian Epstein. And he was leaning over towards them, not necessarily because he found one of the generals particularly attractive, but, for whatever reason, he overheard them. And, sipping his tequila, a crazy idea began to

ferment in his mind. Back in the early days, the expected life span of a successful band was only a few years. And when Mr. Epstein hooked up with The Beatles it wasn’t much different. They struggled to get a record deal. Their most significant rejection came from Decca Records early in 1962. When the boss, Dick Rowe, heard their audition tape he said, “Guitar groups are on their way out, Mr. Epstein. And, not to mince words, but we don’t like your boys’ sound.” But the Beatles did get their contract. And so began what is commonly called The Sixties. Early in 1964 The British Invasion began. The brainchild, of course, of Mr. Epstein. And then followed wave after wave of great bands. And great guitar players. Queen Elizabeth was thrilled with The British Invasion. And she started handing out awards to the musicians involved. First she made the four Beatles members of The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. She probably had her own sense of humour because she didn’t give a rat’s ass about how much this offended those same generals who had earlier let her down. She then went on to bestow this same sort of honour on just about every musician who was part of Her British Invasion. (She kind of forgot about Epstein by that point.) This included the likes of Jimmy Page, David Gilmour, Graham Nash, Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, Brian May and others, many of whom are still playing today. That’s fifty years or more of performing. I mean, what do you even call that. Is there a word for it? Let’s go back to Paul now. And have a look at his other interest. Paleontology. And, because some of us might have no idea what it even means, and because writers like to write only about the facts, it was time to do a quick search and find out more. And there it is. Right in the dictionary. Plain as day. Paleontology: the study of Rock and Fossils. Holy cow. And everything begins to make sense. One might wonder who would be the poster boy for this particular science. Maybe a toss-up between Tyrannosaurus Rex and Keith Richards. As mentioned, Paul’s favourite guitar player is Brian May. And, back in the seventies, when Queen was at the top of its popularity, and one of the biggest bands on the planet, another group, Heart, opened for

them. And Heart, of course, was comprised mainly of sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson. Later, they recorded the album Little Queen. And that album included their hit song ‘Barracuda’. The song was written basically by Ann in anger at all the record business bullshit. And who doesn’t hate bullshit. And, ah yes, Barracuda. El Barracuda is a fantastic seafood restaurant in Nuevo Vallarta that we happen to go to every Saturday. And Paul performs there with his friends Ricardo and Reyes. I have to say that, although every song they perform is superb, my favourite is Still Got the Blues for You, by Gary Moore. El Barracuda, under the watchful eyes of Igor, is a beautiful place with magnificent service and terrific food. Sometimes Paul arranges for other musicians to jam with the band. Lately, they have had a mutual friend, Gary, join in. Gary is an awesome saxophone player. He and his lovely wife Jill hail from Vernon, B.C. and they really know how to enjoy their retirement. So Gary was telling us this cute little story of what happened the other day. He was playing his saxophone along with Paul and the rest of the band. And in the audience were a few cute young girls that he describes as forty-five ish who seemed to enjoy flirting with the band. One of them happened to write out a note or two and, on the way out, slipped one under Gary’s sax stand. So at the end of the show the rest of the band are kind of curious about this note. They are prodding him, “Come on Gary what does it say?” So he opens it up and reads it. “This is my mom’s phone number….” Gary wasn’t so impressed but the rest of the guys kind of giggled. And whether Paul slipped something deftly into his pocket, perhaps we’ll never know.

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f you have a large bump jutting out at the base of your big toe, you are not alone. The medical term for that bump is “hallux vagus”. It is commonly known as a “bunion.” A bunion forms when the big toe bends toward the other toes. It is responding to repeated pressure on the joint. The first metatarsal head of the big toe moves out of the way. That creates the bump. Over time, the bump becomes swollen and sore. It affects your mobility, gait, and balance. It increases your risk of falling. It may become too painful to wear shoes. If you find your big toes veering toward the others, you are not alone. Bunions occur in 30 percent of the population of most Western countries. They occur in about three percent of the population in non-Western countries. Bunions are more common as we get older. And women are more than twice as likely as men to have bunions. A family history of bunions also makes them more likely. Bunions also occur near the base of the little toe. These are bunionettes or “tailor’s bunions”. Wearing high heels or cowboy boots increases the risk. Both have a sloping foot foodbed and a narrow toe box. The front of the foot pushes with force into the narrow toe box. This squishes the big toe and the little toe toward the other toes. Again and again and again. Bunions get worse over time. They can also lead to other conditions. Such as hammertoes, calluses, and pain in the balls of your feet. It may be too late for you to control a history of tight-fitting or ill-fitting footwear. Although you can look for shoes with a wide toe box. The good news is this: if you start paying attention to how you stand, you can prevent bunions from forming. If you already have bunions,

Via Anderson, E-RYT, is a Yoga and movement coach and teaches the Intelligent Movement Forever system of healthy movement in a weekly online class, in private sessions, and at Yoga Vallarta during the high season. This 77-year-old grandmother practices what she preaches and teaches. She is the author of “How to Move Without Pain: A Compendium of Intelligent Movement”, to be released in 2019. www.intelligentmovementforever.com

Prevent Bunions and Bunion Pain

Essencia Spa: The perfect place to relax your body and mind

By Via Anderson

you can prevent them from getting worse. And reduce your discomfort. Here are some tips to get started: 1. When you are standing, pay attention to the alignment of your foot. Notice these three points: the base of your big toe, the base of your little toe, and the center of your heel. Finding your foot tripod will help you keep your foot in neutral alignment. 2. Do not focus too much on the big toe when you are grounding your feet (see #1). Most of us tend to overpronate. Overpronation occurs when the ankle slants toward the inside of the foot. This sends weight toward the big toe, which leads to bunions. Think more about the base of your little toe to avoid overpronation. 3. Find neutral foot alignment with alternating heel lifts. Stand near a wall for safety. Lift your heel. Then place it down directly behind the front of your foot. Repeat with your other foot. NOTE: Next week I will describe how stretching your toes can help with bunions. Summing Up: Bunions occur twice as often in women. They may result from wearing high heels or cowboy boots. Paying attention to how you stand can help prevent bunions. And reduce your discomfort if you already have them. Medical disclaimer: This article is intended for education and information only. It is not a substitute for a doctor’s opinion.

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f what you are looking for is to rest to your body and mind after a long day of activities or just for the pleasure of pampering yourself, the ideal place is Essencia Spa, where you will enjoy the professional attention and their friendly services. Araceli Sánchez López, a certified therapist with 10 years of experience is the owner of this wonderful place that seeks to pamper you with personalized attention with a wide variety of massages and beauty services. Araceli recommends: - Relaxing massage: Ideal for those who want to disconnect from the routine and connect with themselves to enjoy the neuro-sedative technique, in addition to improving blood circulation, which helps the oxygenation of the blood. -Sport massage: Special for those who practice any physical activity, this massage prepares the muscular tissues for before and after the effort. -Therapeutic massage: Ideal for you who want to calm muscle pain, contractures, its anti-stress function, accompanied by hot therapeutic pillow therapy. They offer various massage techniques and will consult with you to choose the ideal massage. Other services include: • Custom Facials • Waxing with Spanish wax. • Spa manicure. • Spa pedicure. • Gel enamel • Fish therapy • Body treatments • Body scrubs • Physiotherapy, Body Alignment • Aromatherapy, Bach flowers and natural products for your well-being. Essencia Spa invites you to experience fish therapy, which will make your visit unforgettable and fun, not only because your feet will relax, but also the fish will remove the dead cells and leave your feet soft, as well as helping you to reduce headaches and stress. Book a wellness experience with your partner, taking advantage of the special prices they offer for couples, with the guarantee that they will leave very happy. “A massage for your body, becomes a massage for your soul” Visit Essencia Spa on Avenida México # 1372 B, in 5 de Deciembre, Puerto Vallarta, one block from the beach. Schedule your appointment at (322) 142-7177.

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ADORABLE DOG IN THE SPOTLIGHT...DARLING

arling is exactly what she is! This sweet girl is a wonderful mommy who is now ready for her forever home after raising her babies. She is just around 11 months old and weighs a tad over 8 pounds. Darling is the sweetest loving lapdog you’ll find. She loves her humans and has a

lovely disposition. Darling has been spayed, dewormed and vaccinated. She gets along with all the other doggies she meets but her preference is to hang with her humans and get lots of lap time. If Darling sound just like the girl for you, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com for an application to adopt her.

Where Is This? By Sandra Cesca

Artisan and Farmer’s Markets in Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

lay pottery of all styles and quality are locally available for both everyday use and personal collections. Choose from the simple and inexpensive brown glazed dishes to the expensive and beautiful Talavera of the original blue on white patterns or today’s modern colors. Find this on a guided walk around historic Vallarta with PuertoVallartaWalkingTours.com. Stroll

E the cobblestone streets, typical of Spanish Colonial architecture, while absorbing the sights, smells and sounds of daily life. Visit markets,

historic buildings, and workshops. Get immersed in the culture while exploring areas you might not find on your own.

Upcoming Spring events in April and May Cuisine of the Sun: April 23 – 26 • For the third consecutive year, Food Network celebrity chef and USFOODS culinary specialist, Penny Davidi will bring together some of the biggest names in the food and wine industry for an event filled with talent, recipes and flair for gourmet cuisine. Taking place at the AAA Four-Diamond Villa La Estancia Flamingos, the four-day event will feature elegant dinners, beachside BBQs, poolside snacks, cooking classes, contests and much more. Confirmed names include celebrity chef and revered cocktail mixologist Nick Liberato, star of Top Chef Boston and Top Chef Mexico Katsuji Tanabe and the region’s gastronomy ambassador, Betty Vasquez. 2019 Jaguar Polo Cup: April 25 – 28 • A perfect farewell to polo season in Riviera Nayarit, the Jaguar Polo Cup will unite polo fanatics from around the globe at La Patrona Polo & Equestrian Club in San Pancho. In addition to the tournament, the four-day event will feature a movie night, culinary tastings, live music and polo clinics and classes for novices looking to play the “sport of kings.”

RHA Festival: April 26-27 • Techno music aficionados will dance to the beat of some of the best global house legends including Guy Gerber, Viceroy, Bones, Jonas Rathsman, Tom & Collins, and more. Meaning water flowing in wixárika, the language of the region’s indigenous people, RHA embraces the native Huichol culture in a paradisiacal beach setting, providing amazing views and picture-perfect moments throughout the duration of the festival. General admission tickets begin at USD$95 per person.

Restaurant Week May 15 – June 10 • 61 participating restaurants from Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit will offer a wide variety of cuisines, and an excellent opportunity for guests to enjoy the many flavors of the destination at reduced prices. Participating restaurants offer special, three-course menus (appetizers, main course and dessert), with three different options, at fixed prices (tips and beverages not included). This year, there will be three menu price categories to choose: $289, $399 and $466 pesos.

Riviera Nayarit Wind Festival: May 17 - 19 • Celebrated in the family-friendly resort town of Nuevo Vallarta, participants from all over will gather for a weekend filled with water activities in what is known as one of the destination’s marquee festivals. From downwind to freestyle and regatta slalom, the event promotes the sport of windsurfing, taking advantage of Riviera Nayarit’s idyllic beaches which provide the perfect setting for it. Ticket prices vary based on category and date of purchase.

very year at the end of October through the first week of November we welcome back the many artisan and farmer’s markets that pop-up around the bay and north through the towns of Riviera Nayarit. These markets represent local producers, artisans and entrepreneurs selling homemade food, organic products, arts and crafts, jewelry and more. They are an excellent resource for fresh baked treats, hard to find items and unique souvenirs. Here is an up to date list for most markets, if you know of another please email and we’ll add it to the list. Editor@vallartatribune.com

Friday

Marsol Friday Market by the Pier - 9:30 am -1:30 pm Open every Friday all year located on Francisca Rodriguez Sayulita Mercado del Pueblo - 10 am -2 pm – On Calle Revolucion before the bridge Southside Shuffle every second week from 6 pm - 10 pm On Basilio Badillo, Old Town

Saturday

Olas Altas Farmer’s Market - 9:30 am - 2 pm at Lazaro Cardenas Parks, Old Town Tianguis Lo de Marcos – Located at Main plaza Nuevo Vallarta Market- 9am - 3pm Located at the gazebo on the malecon

Sunday

Huanacaxtle Farmer’s Market - 9 am -3pm Located at La Cruz Marina

Tuesday

Riviera Market 9am - 2 pm In Nuevo Vallarta in the parking lot behind the Casino.

Wednesday

Bucerias Forever Spring Market - 9 am - 1pm In the parking lot of Chedraui Bucerias Vallarta ArtWalk - 6 pm - 10 pm Various locations in downtown vallartaartwalk.com

Thursday

Bucerias ArtWalk - 7-9pm - along Lazaro Cardenas Marina Vallarta Night Market- 6 pm -10 pm along the marina boardwalk

Vallarta Aztec Folklore

Puerto Vallarta Open 2019

Festival 2019 April 29 – May 5, 2019 Dancers from around the country will participate in the 13th annual Aztec Folklore Festival. Nightly shows along the malecon and in other venues around the city will showcase the traditional costumes and dances of the different states and indigenous groups in Mexico.

April 29 – May 5, 2019 Professional Tennis returns to Vallarta with the ATP Challenger Tour, Puerto Vallarta Open. A high level of professional tennis with players from all over the world including Mexico’s top players. Held at Parota Park in the north Hotel Zone beside Marbella Condominiums.

events Live Music Calendar

19 This listing features ongoing acts and events at bars, restaurants and venues. We do not take responsibity for misinformation. Contact the venue if you have questions. Email editor@vallartatribune.com to update or add listings.

VALLARTA Bambinos Trattoria (Aguacate #314) Tues: Beatles Tribute 8 pm Thur: Legends of Rock & Roll 8 pm Sat: Frankie Valli & Four Seasons 8 pm Babel Bar (Aquiles Serdán 437, Isla del Cuale) Mon: Dueto Tajin 1 – 3 pm Tue: Lobo & Esau 1 – 3 pm Wed: El Sindrome de Willy 1 - 3 pm Thur: Moruno 1 - 3 pm Thur: Oscar & Miguel 6:30 – 8:30 pm Fri: Cesar MediAna 1 – 3 pm Fri: Moruno 6:30 – 8:30 pm Sat: Oscar & Raul 1 – 3 pm Sat: Faralae 6:30 – 8:30 pm Sun: Media Luna 1 - 3 pm

Kelekai’s (Liberdad 516, Col. Playa Grande ) Sun: The Bay Roots 2 - 5 pm

Kelly’s Pour Favor Saloon and Cookhouse (Lazaro Cardenas 245) Mon: Hoochie Coochie Men 8 - 11 pm Tue: Trez Cuartoz 8:30 – 11:30 pm Wed: Tequila Rush 8 – 11 pm Thurs: 3Tones 8 – 11 pm Fri: The Others 8:30 – 11:30 pm Sat: Soul Trip 8 – 11 pm Sun: No music during low season low season

La Casa de La Hugo (Hamburgo 146, Versalles) Sat: Dr. Groove 10 pm La Ingrata (Abasolo 169) Sun: Soul Trip 1 am – 3 am

Murphy’s Irish Pub (484 Morelos, Malecon) Thurs: Anna and the Others 10:30pm Fri: Trez Cuartoz 10:30pm Sat: Anna and the Others 10:30pm

Bistro Teresa (Zaragoza 160 4th floor) Wed: Zoe & Leon 6-8 pm

Blakes Restaurant and Bar (Plaza Los Glorias #16) Tues: Tres Cuartoz jam 3 – 6 pm Sat: Tres Cuartoz 2:30 – 5:30 pm Café Roma (Encino 287 near flea market) Thurs: The Others 6 – 9 pm Captain Don’s (Honduras 126) Fri: Tequila Rush 9 - 12 pm Sat: Da Crew 9 - 12 pm

Cuates y Cuetes (Francisca Rodriquez 101) Wed: Tatewari 8 - 10 pm

Daquiri Dick’s Tue: Esaú Galván Flamenco Guitar 7 - 9:30 pm El Bar at Food Park PV Sat: The Black Tequila 9:00 pm El Oasis de Holi (River mouth by La Isla Mall) Tue: Dr. Groove 6 pm Sun: The Others 5 pm

Nacho Daddy (287 Basilio Badillo) Tue: Cat Daddy’s 8:30 pm Wed: Joker Band 8:30 pm Fri: Texas Embassy Blues Band 8:30 pm

Que/Pasa (625 Aquiles Serdan) Mon: Bob Tansen & Son 7 - 9 pm Tues: James Morgan 7 – 9 pm Wed: The Change 7:30 - 10:30 pm Thurs: Stolie 7 – 10 pm Fri: Gloria & Da Crew 6:30 - 9:30 pm Sat: The Hoochie Coochie Men 7 – 10 pm Revolution Restaurant & Bar (Matamoros #235 Col. Centro) Sat: The Sunset Raiders 8 pm

Roxy Rockhouse (Ignacio L Vallarta 275) Thurs: Gecko Band 8 – 11 pm Nightly music after 11 pm with house band Warique (Aquiles Serdan 280) Mon: Luis Ortega 7 – 10pm Wed: Luis Ortega 7 – 10pm Thurs: Mikki Prost 7 – 10 pm Fri: Luis Ortega 7 – 10pm Sat: Ever Hernandez 7 - 10 pm

Winston’s Bar and Grill (Peru by the Shell) Wed: The Classics 3 – 6 pm Fri: Paranoia 3 – 6 pm Sun: The Change 3 – 6 pm

El Rio BBQ, (Paso Ancho) Tues: Black Mambo 2:30 pm Tues: The Jokers 4 p.m. Wed: The Zippers 4 p.m. Thurs: La Trez Cuartoz 4 p.m. Fri: Bob & Gilberto 4 p.m. Sat: Brimstone 4 p.m. Sun: Cheko Ruiz Band 4 pm

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Chasers Sports Bar (Avenida Mexico 570A) Fri: Gloria & Da Crew 5 – 7 pm Fri: Gecko Band 8 – 11 pm Sat:

Haradovs Rooftop Lounge (Lazaro Cardenas) Wed: Dr. Groove 8:30 PM Sat: Dr Groove 9:30

Gringo Loco Cantina (Francisco I Madero 403) Thu: Martin (solo) 7 - 10 pm Sat: The Change 7 - 10 pm

Incanto (Insurgentes 109) Tues: Victor & Anais - Tues. 5 PM Piano Bar (Now) Tue: Luis Villanueva 80’s Music Tues. 7:30 PM Piano Bar (Starting April 30) Fri: : Zoe & Leon with Renteria Bros 7:30 pm starting May 3 Sun: Joby & Tongo - Sun. 5 PM Piano Bar (Starting May 5)

Dona Tere Restaurant Wed: 6:30 - 8:30 pm - LA PATRONA - Mariachi Trio Fri: 7-9 pm - JAQUE MATE - Jazz Sat: 7-9 pm - KORSARI - Rock ‘n Roll Eddies Weekly – Live music 6:30 – 9:30 Sat. and Sun – Live music 10 -1 pm El Barracuda Sat. - Los Disponibles 9pm – 11 pm

Ernestos Sat. Easy Listening Favorites 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Estudio Café Mon: Easy Listening Favorites 7-9 pm

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Thurs: Oldies 7-9pm Sun: Easy Listening Favorites 10am - noon

Jardin Montenegro Restaurant Blvd. Nuevo Vallarta #220 – Nuevo Vallarta Daily except Tues: Martin Maya & Martin Montenegro 9:30 am – 1:00 pm

BUCERIAS & NORTH SHORE Encore Restaurant & Lounge (51 Lazaro Cardenas | Bucerias) Thu: Live Jazz 7 - 10 pm Fri: Live Jazz 7 - 10 pm

Buzzos (In front of Bungalows Princess | Bucerias) Sat: Sweet and Sour 6 – 9pm El Chivero (Avenida Pacifico 9, Centro | Bucerias) Sat: The Gecko Band 3pm Drunken Duck (Avenida Mexico, Centro | Bucerias) Tue: Andra & The Crazzy Boys 9 pm Wed: The Gecko Band 9 pm Thur: Soul Trip 9 pm Fri: Rob Cavazzini & Fede 5 pm Fri: Andra & The Crazzy Boys 9 pm Sat: Da Crew 9 pm Sun: The Gecko Band 5pm JAX Bar and Grill (Avenida Mexico 17, Bucerias) Wed: Anna and The Others 8:30 pm Thurs: Trez Cuatroz 8:30 pm Sun: Mexpats 3 pm Sun: Black Mamba 8:30 pm Ana Bananas (Tiburón #42 | La Cruz) Mon: Soul Trip 7pm Fri: No Music Sun: No Music

Greene Tomatoe (Town Square La Cruz) Wed: The Traveling Band around 8 pm Thur: Ivan and Mike around 7pm Fri: Rock in Trio around 8 pm Sat: Crazy Boys 8 pm OSO’s Oyster Bar ( La Cruz Marina) Sat: The Remedy 7 pm

Masala (La Cruz) Thurs: Blue Knote 7 – 9pm

Britannia (Coral, La Cruz) Tues: Open mic with The Turn 7pm until they close Black Forest (16 Marlin, La Cruz) Fri: Gypsy Flamenco 7:30 pm

SAYULITA & SAN PANCHO El Atico Hookah (Sayulita) Tue: Soul Trip 9:30pm

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BAZAAR Tuesday, April 30, from 10 am to 2 pm. Furniture, HOME ITEMS, Clothes and more

MARSOL HOTEL LOBBY 103 Francisca Rodriguez

MARSOL FRIDAY MARKET BY THE PIER CADA VIERNES 9:30 am - 1:30 pm Find us at: Show Room @ SUCESOS BOUTIQUE Tuesday Market @ Nuevo Vallarta Thursday Market @ La Marina Vallarta Sunday Market @ La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

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20% OFF PEARL NECKLACES AUGUSTIN RODRIGUEZ 315, DOWNTOWN

2018 & 2019 WINNER! Vallarta Tribune’s “Best Clothing Store in Vallarta” LEMONGRASSPV.COM

ART ARTE JEWELRY JOYERÍA CRAFTS ARTESANÍA CLOTHING ROPA PASTRY PASTELES HOME DECOR MUEBLES HERBALIST HERBALISTA FOOD COMIDA MUSIC MÚSICA HOTEL MARSOL 103 FRANCISCA RODRIGUEZ OLAS ALTAS

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Mexica

exica Supplement” is the name of Ricardo Mazcal’s natural line of remedies that include extracts, tinctures, capsules, powders, gels, creams and more. He is like the proverbial ‘mad scientist’ who cannot stop learning, testing, trying out different formulae (on himself) until he is satisfied with a new, yet-ancient product. It started with Ricardo’s great, great grandmother who began finding and using herbs, roots, barks of trees, wild plants and writing down her cures for various ailments. It took a diagnosis of cancer and impending surgery that brought Ricardo’s overweight, stressed-out self, back to his homeland near Tepic, Nayarit. He began to translate, transcribe and use his family’s legacy. He is 76 now and has only 41 more birthdays to celebrate until he matches his great, great grandma’s age! The Marsol Friday Market by the Pier Presents - Wine/ gift bags,100% cotton clothing and, crocheted items. Talavera pottery and Huichol crafts. Fun art,

greeting cards, and fabric handbags; Bark art, and animal-rescue info. Home décor advice from Sherry; leather goods for men and women, and corn-husk flowers and dolls. Mexican nuts and candies; grilled sandwiches, fresh fruit, and fine-art paintings. Pickled beets, sauerkraut, smoked meat, artisanal tequila, and essential oils. Jewelry made with: sterling silver; faceted glass and semi-precious stones; repurposed fabrics; estate, antique jewelry, and more. Join us year-round at the Marsol Friday Market by the Pier. Open from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm.

SPCA of Puerto Vallarta By Janice Gonzalez

on’t miss the last opportunity this season to stop by and say hello to the volunteers staffing our “booth” at the Olas Altas Farmers Market. The last market day of the season is on April 27. And while you are there, consider a donation or purchase merchandise to help us financially continue our goal of rescue, rehabilitate, adopt. We have T-shirts and caps available for a small donation amount. Everyone loves our “Rescue is the new black” shirts with the “Kiss my mutt” on the back, the “Who rescued Who” shirts or hats with “Live Love Bark”. If you are interested in visiting any of our rescues at our state of the art sanctuary outside of town, contact us at spcapv@ gmail.com to schedule a tour. Tours leave from the Costco parking lot on Thursdays during low season and reservations are required. 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 appre-

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ciate it. Those items we ALWAYS need include: collars, harnesses 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 soft or inflatable donut ones). Our rescues are now fed a total raw diet so please refrain from bringing any dog food or treats. 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 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/. 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.

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