Vallarta Tribune - Issue 1161 July 4 - 10, 2019

NEWS

CULTURE

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Marietas Coral Recovery on the Rise

Discover Mexico’s “Stonewall” Moment

Best Time to Shop for Furniture in PV?

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

Celebrate Chocolate!

MAP OF BANDERAS BAY

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here are many things I enjoy about working in the editorial/publishing field, but one that stands out in my list is research. Whether I find myself looking for interesting article ideas, or trying to gain a better understanding of the topics that are dear to our contributors, or interacting with you—the reader—to find out what you’d like to read more about in the Vallarta Tribune, research broadens my perspective, and thus, my ability to do my part in making this a better publication. Equally important is interacting with you—the advertiser—to find inventive ways to create strong ties between you and our readers through our editorial content.

The best part of researching any given topic is, of course, learning something new. For example, I thought I was well versed in a rather sordid chapter in Mexico’s gay rights history

Page 06 described on pg. 17. That is until I read more on the subject and realized that one of the people involved in the scandal was none other than the president of Mexico’s son-in-law. You see, research provides context. This particular incident took place in 1901, but can you imagine what it would look like, for example, if Donald Trump’s son in law, Jared Kushner, was busted wearing a dress at a gay party attended by 41 other men, half of which were also dressed as women? It didn’t happen to Kushner—or hasn’t happened, what do we know—but it happened here, in Mexico.

Research also produces outcomes that can either be regarded as amusing or obnoxious, depending on your mindset. For example, in searching for ideas and places for you to celebrate Canada Day or US Independence Day, I queried one of the best Facebook groups

Page 17 about Puerto Vallarta—I believe it was Tricia Lyman’s. Most of the replies to my question were wonderful and extremely useful.

Then there was that person that replied something along the lines of “you are in Mexico, why don’t you go celebrate Mexican things?”

I sighed. And cringed a little.

Then I thought to myself, I truly hope this person doesn’t ever find herself in a foreign land, trying to get directions to Walmart, only to be told: “I think you should shop at La Comer.” Or maybe she should, at least once, if only to experience how I felt when I read her reply.

Experience is what you get when you don’t get what you want.

In this issue, we pay tribute to one of Mexico’s most wonderful and delicious gifts to the world: chocolate. Mexico has yielded amazing innovations to mankind, and chocolate is definitely one of them. Some others include color TV, soccer, bubble gum, Caesar

Page 18 salad, avocadoes, the number zero, and birth control pills, and we’ll get to them all in due time.

Of course, research is only so useful without your input. Please connect with us to learn more about the things that are important to you, so we can feature them in future editions of the Vallarta Tribune!

Enjoy, Paco Ojeda Interim Editor

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Welcome to Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

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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

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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 paramount. 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.

Director Noemi Zamora noemi.zamora@cps.media Editor Lic. Madeline Milne mmilne@Vallartatribune.com Sales Team editor@vallartatribune.com Designer Cynthia Estela Andrade Gutiérrez cysandra@gmail.com Web Manager Ana Espinosa

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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 FIRE DEPARTMENT: 322.223.9476 AMBULANCE: 322.222.1533

Ahoy Cruisers!

IMMIGRATION: 322.224.7719 CONSUMER PROTECTION: 01.800.468.8722 TOURISM OFFICES Jalisco: 322.221.2676 Nayarit: 322.297.1006

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

In port this month

In the month of June, July and August Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit welcomes 28,800 passengers! Bienvenido!

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New Carnival Cruise Ship Begins Sea Trials

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iami-based Carnival Cruise Line announced that the Carnival Panorama, their third Vista-class vessel, left a shipyard in Italy to begin sea trials. Once completed the vessel will be 133,500 gross tons with a passenger capacity of 4,008 at double occupancy. There will be 15 passenger decks and 1,450 crew members. The new ship will make its debut on December 11, sailing along Mexico’s Pacific Riviera on a weekly basis, including calls at Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta. • PO

Mango Festival Returns

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n a press conference, city officials announced the Third Mango Festival, to take place on Saturday, July 6, 4-10 PM at Plaza Lazaro Cardenas.

Organized by Puerto Vallarta’s Department of Culture, Puerto Vallarta’s Rotary Club and the Highland Park-Puerto Vallarta Sister Cities Committee, the event brings together over a dozen renowned restaurants, charged with offering a variety of mango-based entrees, beverages or desserts.

Proceeds raised during the event will be used to provide resources for several non-profit organizations in the area. Over 600 people attended the event last year, raising over $17,000 MXN. Organizers expect numbers to increase this year. • PO

An Increased Number of Cruises Expected to Arrive in Vallarta

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embers of the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), a not-for-profit trade organization composed of 21 Member Lines operating nearly 200 vessels in Floridian, Caribbean and Latin American waters, visited Puerto Vallarta this past week for a first-hand inspection of the most recent improvement projects undertaken by our city’s Maritime Terminal, including Puerto Magico, the first maritime terminal in Mexico that will be open to the general public once its construction is concluded. The delegation, headed by FCCA president, Michele M. Paige, spoke favorably about the project, indicating that Puerto Vallarta ranked high as a destination among cruisers, in customer satisfaction surveys. Created in 1972, the FCCA’s mandate is to provide a forum for discussion on cruise operations, tourism development, ports, tour operations, safety, security and other cruise industry issues. For more information about the organization, please visit their website, www.f-cca.com. • PO

Avocado Price Increases

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reasure every bite of that portion of guacamole before you! Due to recent shortages, the price of avocado has spiked over $100 MXN per kilo ($130 pesos, or close to $7 USD). Jesus Melgoza, Secretary of Economic Development in the state of Michoacan (where 85 percent of Mexico’s avocado is produced), explained in a press conference that the so-called ‘green gold’ will continue to be sold at unusually high prices until the latest crops are ready for harvesting. “It’s a matter of supply and demand,” he said. With an annual production of 1.65 million, Mexico is the largest avocado producer/exporter in the world, followed by the Dominican Republic, with 387,546 tons anually. • PO

Marietas Islands Coral Recovery on the Rise

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r. Amilcar Cupul Magaña, an academic and researcher at Guadalajara University’s Puerto Vallarta Campus (CUC), announced that coral recovery at the Marietas Islands has increased by five percent in the past three years. Cupul Magaña has been monitoring the Marietas, a group of small uninhabited islands a few miles off the coast of the state of Nayarit, for the past decade, and particularly during the last three years, thanks to funding provided by the National Commission of Natural Protected Areas, the national environmental authority in Mexico.

The islands are home to 44 different species of plants and wildlife. This has led to their designation as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. In May 2016, said commission announced that the Islands and their beaches would be closed to the general public due to excessive access by uncertified vessels.

Currently, the Mexican government allows only a few companies to go to the islands and allows the landing of passengers onto one secluded beach with the necessary permit from SEMARNAT. • Source: Tribuna de la Bahía

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Celebrate Chocolate!

By Paco Ojeda

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ehold one of the most popular food types and flavors in the world! It is a central ingredient in many recipes, particularly desserts, from cakes to pudding, brownies to ice-cream. It is a commonly exchanged gift on special occasions, such as Christmas, Easter, Hanukkah and of course, Valentine’s Day. We toast to it—and with it—when we savor specialty cocktails and martinis. World Chocolate Day is celebrated annually on July 7, providing a perfect opportunity to explore this delicious treat of roasted and ground cacao seeds.

Along with avocado, color television and tequila, chocolate originated in Mexico, where it was prepared as a drink for nearly all of its history, which can be traced to 1900 BC. Chocolate is produced by roasting and grinding seeds from the cacao tree (Theobroma cacao), native to the tropical regions of the Americas. These seeds are contained within pods that contain a, pulp-like substance. First consumed as a beverage by the Olmecs, then as currency by the Maya and the Aztecs, chocolate has gained significant social, religious, medicinal, political and economic relevance in different periods and societies. Today, chocolate is so ubiquitous, there is not a single corner of the world where chocolate is not enjoyed today.

It is difficult to imagine how the original consumers identified the seeds in cacao pods as something edible due to their intensely bitter taste. Much to our fortune, cacao seeds tend to ferment and this natural process diminishes the unpleasant flavor that even turns away most wild animals. The first cacao plantations were harvested by the Olmecs, a Mexican culture that was situated in the Tabasco region, during the Preclassic period (2000 BC - 250 AD). Subsequently, the Maya expanded its consumption to the Yucatan Peninsula and Central America.

The Olmec did not have a formal written language. As such, very little is known about their consumption.

The Maya, on the other hand, did use what is known as Maya glyphs, and it is the only Mesoamerican writing system that has been substantially deciphered. Thanks to Mayan codexes that have survived

the test of time, there is evidence of cacao use for medicinal and religious purposes. Cacao was served as a hot beverage for special occasions and its bitter flavor was enhanced by introducing vanilla to the mix. It was also mixed with dried chiles, a practice that continues to this day—think mole sauce.

Thanks to surviving accounts by Spanish conquistadors, we learn that the Aztecs used cacao seeds as currency, and, like world travelers today, Spaniards had to learn their currency equivalents to go about their business. For example, 10 cacao seeds could buy you a hare to eat or a prostitute to… well, you get my drift! Spanish chroniclers also described the way the Aztecs used to grind cacao seeds, add hot water and mix. Then, they would

make the beverage froth by moving it from one container to another, and by using a wooden utensil now called molinillo (see sidebar).

It wasn’t until Christopher Colombus’ fourth trip to New Spain that he came in contact with cacao seeds. Of all the edible imports Spaniards brought back to Europe, the hot beverage we now know and love as ‘hot chocolate’ is the one that produced the least favorable reaction—they didn’t know to think of it as food or medicine. In order for cacao to gain European acceptance, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon were added, making this new ‘exotic’ beverage a must-enjoy among the Spanish upper crust and subsequently the rest of Europe.

The first reference to the word ‘chocolate’ in a French dictionary

took place in 1680 and less than a century later, there are detailed written accounts on its manufacturing process.

Chocolate remained a beverage until the mid 19th Century when it was combined with sugar, resulting in new textures and sensations.

The first chocolate bar was made in Britain by Joseph Fry, who pressed a paste made of cocoa powder and sugar into a mold.

This process was further developed by John Cadbury, another Brit, two years later. It was the German-born Swiss confectioner Henry Nestle who first made the first milk chocolate bar in 1875 by adding milk to the traditional recipe, resulting in a creamier taste and smoother texture. It was in the second half of the 19th Century

that European scientists began researching the pharmacological properties of cacao.

By the end of the 19th Century, chocolate ceased to exist as a luxury item and began reaching the masses.

Chocolate ice cream was invented in Iowa in 1921. White chocolate appeared in 1930. During World War II, renowned American chocolatier Milton Hershey was commissioned to produce a special chocolate bar to be used by American troops as a combat ration.

As more unique products containing chocolate have been introduced to the marketplace (KitKat bars in 1935 and M&Ms in 1941, for example) chocolate continues to reign supreme around the world as the ultimate sweet treat.

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Meet Mexico’s Most Beloved Granny

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You Say Chocolate, They Said Xocolatl

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he word chocolate is spelled the same in English and Spanish. But did you know it can be traced back to the ancient Aztecs? Prior to the Spanish conquest, Nahuatl was the language used by this ancient civilization and throughout most of central Mexico. Early conquistadors used Spanish writing to understand the language. As such, many Nahuatl words became part of the Spanish vocabulary, with several even crossing over to English.

As such, chocolate comes from the Nahuatl root word chocolātl, which meant “beverage made by heating cocoa with water or milk.”

Aguacate, the Spanish word for

avocado, comes from the Nahuatl āhuacatl, which actually meant ‘testicle.’ Guacamole also has roots in Nahuatl, and is a combination of āhuacatl and molli, the Nahuatl word for ‘sauce.’ Can you guess where the word coyote comes from? Or tomato? • PO

Look Mom! A Rattle! (Not…)

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hances are you’ve spotted one of these rattle-like contraptions at the supermarket or one of the local municipal markets. Although it rattles, it is not a toy.

In fact, the molinillo, or wood-turned whisk, is a staple utensil in the traditional Mexican kitchen to this day. It is used to stir hot beverages, such as chocolate and atole, a traditional corn and corn masa-based beverage. They are created throughout Mexico by woodturning artisans and some feature beautiful, intricate carvings. The narrow end of the molinillo is held between the palms and rotated by rubbing the palms together. This helps combine the ingredients and creates the froth in the drink.

Some historians claim that the molinillo was invented by Spanish conquistadors looking for a practical way to top their hot chocolate with a layer of froth. However, evidence suggests that pre-Hispanic cultures, particularly the Aztecs, used a similar instrument before the Spanish settled in Mexico, or New Spain, as it was known at the time.

Molinillos are generally inexpensive, practical and easy to pack, so they make excellent souvenirs! • PO

buelita (granny, in English) is without a doubt one of the most popular brands of traditional Mexican chocolate bars. Have you ever wondered about the face that graces the packaging? Meet legendary Mexican actress, Sara Garcia.

She became renowned during Mexico’s Golden Age of Cinema during the 40s and 50s for her portrayal of the quintessential strict-but-lovable grandmother in a number of films and a handful of soap operas.

She was born in Orizaba, Veracruz, 1895 and began her film career at 22 while working as a teacher. Her diction and voice opened doors for her from the get-go, and she was immediately cast for smaller roles in film and theatrical productions. When she turned 30, concerned about her ability to remain viable as an aging actress, she decided to have all her teeth removed so that her mouth looked more like that of an older woman. The sacrifice paid off.

In 1940, she was suggested for the role of doña Panchita in director Fernando de Fuentes’ film, Allá en el Trópico (There in the Tropics). At the time, the director felt she was too young for her age, but having had a custom wig designed for her, she wowed during her screen test. Her portrayal was so well received by the audience that from that moment on, she became known as la abuelita de Mexico (Mexico’s granny).

In 1973, Sara García signed a commercial agreement to give her image to the Chocolates Azteca factory, which was later bought by the Nestlé brand. Since then her image is displayed on the label of Mexico’s traditional Abuelita chocolate. She died in 1980, leaving behind a legacy of over 200 films and soap operas. • PO

Chocolate Oddities

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e tend to think that chocolate is available in three varieties: dark, milk and white—which isn’t chocolate per se, but rather a confection made from cocoa butter. Apparently, it’s time to make room for… pink chocolate! Zurich-based Barry Callebaut, the world’s largest based cocoa processor, has apparently spent the last 13 years trying to produce naturally pink chocolate out of ruby cocoa beans.

Each cacao tree produces approximately 2,500 beans, and it takes 400 cocoa beans to make one pound of the good stuff.

The Aztec emperor Montezuma drank 50 cups of cacao a day from a golden chalice. It was the Spanish conquistadors who introduced sugar to the beverage and drove Europe nuts when they returned to the Old Continent with the sweetened version.

Chocolate can make dogs and cats ill—so, no tastings for your furry companions, and more for you!

German chocolate cake doesn’t come from Germany. It was named for American baker Sam German, and it was originally called German’s chocolate cake.

Despite its Mesoamerican roots, most cacao—nearly 70 percent of the world’s supply—comes from Africa.

Why does chocolate melt in your mouth? Because it is the only edible substance to melt around 93ºF, just below our body temperature.

The Spanish phrase, como agua para chocolate is used to describe someone who is really pissed off, and not two people (or things) meant for each other, as one might conclude from watching the successful 1992 Mexican film with the same name (Like Water for Chocolate).

Other awesome films in which chocolate is prominent include Julie and Julia (2009), Chocolat (2000) and, of course, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971).

Death by chocolate? No problem! Chocolate contains high levels of theobromine, a powerful stimulant of the central nervous system that can cause heart failure, seizures, acute kidney damage and dehydration. A lethal dosage of chocolate for a human being is about 22lb. • PO

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Sustainably Yours

Leza Warkentin

Emily Majewski

Leza is a nursery school teacher and preschool coordinator at the American School of Puerto Vallarta.

Emily Majewski is Co-Founder of Phytostone, a small firm based in Nayarit dedicated to creating advanced natural materials for home and garden.

Teens on Holidays

Why Women Will Lead Sustainability in the 21st Century

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eing a parent with kids on vacation is not the same as being a parent with kids in school. It’s like manning the telephones at the electricity company during a blackout or being the guy twenty feet up, playing around with live electric wire. Sure, you both work for the same company—and both jobs are tough—but one is life or death while the other is just handling people’s bad moods.

My kids are with me every day, all day. They are not motivated to go out and do stuff unless it involves buying things for their amusement.

They don’t want to learn more, and they are old enough and smart enough to sniff out a learning experience no matter how beautifully I dress it up.

Plus, I have been a mom for nearly fifteen years and I am too jaded to spend hours trying to drum up fun things all day long. Also, as I recall, my parents didn’t bother trying to find fun things for me and my brother on our summer holidays.

We had to entertain ourselves.

That said, I have always carried a life-long mantra with me that goes like this: “Enjoy them now, in every stage, because it goes by faster than you realize.” I have never had to cling so tightly to this particular thought until the teen years hit. But,

by Jove, I’ve held on to it for fourteen years, six months, one day and 62 minutes, and I’m not letting go now.

So I’ve come to the realization that I cannot change anyone’s attitude except my own. I can’t force anyone to have fun, or give me a

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hug, or keep their eyes unrolled.

I can’t make them appreciate art, or listen to classical music, or do a guided meditation with me (at least willingly). But I can smile, and I can turn on my music, and I can hug their stiff, eye-rolling bodies—mom’s privilege.

You know what else I’ll do this summer? Use all the spa certificates that I got as teacher’s gifts.

Because if I’m the only one who has decided to go out, I might as well do something I like. Facials, massages, pedicures, all free. My very own trifecta of joy.

I don’t have to cook. It’s too hot and no one likes anything healthy right now unless it’s blended into a smoothie with a bucket full of sugar.

I don’t need to put my interests on hold if no one wants to make a cool homemade lava lamp out of Alka Seltzer tablets with me. I can do big girl stuff. And little girl stuff. I ate a Magnum ice cream bar around the corner to my house so they wouldn’t see me and ask for their own. Real mature—real fun too!

Do ask them what they want to do, though. Yes, I might be waiting for a while, pencil hovering patiently above my to-do writing pad, quizzical, friendly look pasted on my features. But eventually, I know they’ll come up with something fun for at least one of them, even if it’s less fun for me.

Hey, all of you electricity workers out there, take care of yourselves. It will make you a patient parent, a fun parent, a better parent. Sure, you’ll get the occasional zap and fall off your ladder, but you’ll be able to get back on. And, eventually, you might just have a bit of fun.

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remember being a teenager reading one of John Gray’s “Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus” books because my mom felt young adults should be more educated in relationship skills. A particular principle leaped out at the time: that men are like waffles, women are like spaghetti.

The tongue-in-cheek metaphor described how most men excel at compartmentalizing various aspects of their lives (such as work versus their personal life) whereas the facets of a woman’s life were much more entangled, spaghetti-style. Granted, such statements were quintessential 90s material, and perhaps are not considered politically correct today. But if we can indulge in a little over-generalization for the sake of a thought experiment, there are reasons why spaghetti-thinking is crucial to sustainability in the 21st century.

Let’s break that down. The past century was marked by the splendors and calamities of waffle-thinking. Since the Enlightenment and subsequent Industrial Age, the pursuit of knowledge in a highly driven and specialized manner has been the hallmark of progress. I needn’t wax-poetic about the advances in technology and medicine. These have resulted from the relentless pursuit of knowledge by countless innovators, many of which remain unknown. Their innovations became the currency of corporate structures and new modes of human organization.

And as fledgling corporations capitalized on innovation, “compartmentalized” thinking became even more dominant—a focus on profit and economies of scale at the expense of all other considerations, notably human and planetary health.

Compartmentalization created isolation between workers and management, and between management and owners. It created invisible walls between production and the consequences of toxic

byproducts. It buffered a thriving GDP from languishing ecologies and unhappy populations. It isolated consumerism from dwindling resources and sexy packaging from sweatshop origins. While waffle thinking advanced incredible levels of discovery, the devastating consequences of ignoring a spectrum of considerations beyond profitability haunts the world as we know it.

So what is the spaghetti thinking women excel at? Well, it’s the ability to multitask, like answering the phone while feeding a baby and packing a briefcase. It’s that delicate dance of balancing emotional health with work and family, community, the environment and fiscal abundance.

It’s about understanding tradeoffs, a very visceral skill females have had to hone throughout evolution— like tradeoffs between self-care, pregnancy and the needs of older siblings, perhaps with a little famine thrown in the mix. And it’s an orientation toward interconnectivity, the understanding that nothing truly exists in isolation. Everything is in relationship with everything else.

And compartmentalism is ultimately an illusion.

This worldview goes beyond the blanket statement that women are more ‘relationally oriented.’

Relationships and being relational transcend the navigation of office politics or prioritizing a night on the town with the girls. Being oriented towards relationships is another way of describing ‘systems thinking,’ and having an instinctual comprehension of webs. This pertains to anything from an economy to an ecosystem. If there is one thing we do understand about how nature

works, it’s the fact that it is a tangled web indeed. A tangled bowl of fusilli, if you will.

But perhaps the most important element of relational thinking is empathy. This is where relational thinking transcends pragmatism into the sphere of ethics, imagination and selflessness. Empathy is crucial moving forward. We may squeak by with an intact status quo for another generation. If self-survival is all that counts, we really don’t have to emerge from our comfort zone. It’s empathy for the next generation as well as for non-human lifeforms that will drive real change in the sustainability arena. Because they are the ones bearing the brunt of our inaction. This is where spaghetti intertwines with the future.

Being a mom, I can attest to the lifechanging experience of growing and birthing a daughter. For me, nothing compares to this heavy investment in the next generation, forged by 24/7 motherhood and the desire for my daughter to thrive in a biodiverse future.

And her future is riddled with uncertainty. As we head towards various tipping points, even the world’s billionaires can no longer find refuge in isolation, be it a private island, New Zealand or a luxury bunker in Alaska. The interconnectivity of climate and contamination issues impacts each and every one of us. And surviving, let alone thriving, in the coming century will not be a compartmentalized affair.

It will require balancing profitability with a host of other priorities. We will need to assign values to non-monetary considerations for capitalism to continue. I suspect, in the end, we will need to fuse these two modes of thinking together, the forest and the trees, the male and the female, the waffle and the pasta. Perhaps that is the most noble endgame for artificial intelligence we could hope for. In the meantime, our current paradigm can only benefit from more women infusing their unique perspectives within the geopolitics of sustainability. Waffle thinking will no longer suffice moving forward.

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A Table The Private (Tax) in the Corner Bill Collector Bronwen White

Orlando Gotay, Tax Attorney

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Originally from London, Bronwen White has moved to Puerto Vallarta from the US, where she lived in many of its great cities. She is presently embarking on her journey of discovering the local culinary scene delights.

Orlando Gotay is a California licensed tax attorney (with a Master of Laws in Taxation) admitted to practice before the IRS, the U.S. Tax Court and other taxing agencies. He devotes part of his practice to federal and state tax matters of U.S. expats in Mexico. This article is informational only and not meant as legal advice.

Tre Piatti

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or those that enjoy doing their homework ahead of time, there’s quite a bit of ink online regarding Tre Piatti chef Chanan Kamen and his wife Natalie Aguirre, pastry chef par excellence. After stints around the world—notably a very focussed year in Italy—Chanan met his wife at Quince in San Francisco, which opened a couple of years after I left San Fran so I’ve never had the pleasure of dining in that Michelin-starred emporium.

He also worked at Picholine, one of my favorite places in New York (now closed, alas), under the great Terrance Brennan, a chef I greatly admire (truth be told I am a secret chef groupie!). So suffice to say Chanan’s credentials are terrific, and so is his restaurant.

Tre Piatti is very clever in that they change their menu every two weeks. I have favorite places in town but the menu stays the same which does become a bit boring after a while. The format is simple and effective—three choices per courses of antipasti, primi, secondi, contorni and dolci. Tre Piatti loves to do Brussel sprouts and they might turn up in either an antipasti or contorni.

Instead of classic vitello tonnato they have pork tonnato, a beloved Italian sauce flavored with tuna and anchovies. I love the mushroom sformato, a cross between a soufflé and a flan. On to the primi column, the pastas are great, Try tagliolini with fresh peas and fava beans, or scialiatielli with tomato, eggplant, basil, and fresh mozzarella or a sea bass ravioli, pappardelle with red wine braised duck, tortellini of gorgonzola with fig compote, the chef loves gorgonzola, rightly so— what a cheese—but a little goes a long way. I think if you went every two weeks you’d probably exhaust most of the _inis and _ettis on the Italian pasta planet!

Classics put in an appearance in the secondi course. Veal Milanese is super—crispy and perfect with a drizzle of lemon—and chicken piccata is right on target. I love the

fish dishes too Local sea bass or salmon, usually accompanied with an imaginative puree of some kind, like broccoli or creamed spinach.

Veggie lovers could make a meal out of an assortment of the contorni, try building a combo of grilled broccoli with anchovy and breadcrumbs, crispy artichokes with garlic mayo, steamed zucchini with lemon, mint and pine nuts, for example. I do love imaginatively conceived veggie dishes, no smelly boiled cabbage for me. I had my fill of that at school in England! Carnivores may be lucky enough to get a lovely cut of meat, like a ribeye—they cover all their bases here.

Talk about the old adage “life is uncertain, eat dessert first!” For your dolci you simply must indulge.

I cannot get beyond the chocolate offerings, bittersweet chocolate torte or their sublime chocolate ice cream with chocolate chips. And on that merry chocolate note, I will bid you a fond adieu.

illful, or Less so? It’s all in your Mind I just came across the Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR) penalty of a US citizen living in Mexico. US persons with ownership or control over foreign financial account(s) valued at any time over $10,000 dollars must report those annually to the US Treasury.

Special scorn is reserved for “willful” nonfilers: the greater of $100,000 or 50% of the value of the account. It is important to understand what triggers this penalty. How do they detect a willful nonfiler? Willfulness is a state of mind. Knowing you have to do something and

choosing not to (or being “willfully blind”) applies.The IRS does not have a mind-reading machine. Deeds do the work for them. The gentleman in our case had successful businesses in Mexico, a large burger franchise and real estate developments in San Miguel de Allende and Guadalajara, establishing entities in Bahamas, and later Belize for the latter. He opened a Swiss account in the name of the entity but took steps so that the investments in that account would not consist of US securities.

His statements were not delivered to him, but to his accountants. He and his wife were listed as sole signatories and would often transfer large

amounts to a Banco Monex account in Mexico.

When the IRS began investigating unreported Swiss accounts, our gent began moving monies out of the Swiss account. His name was turned over by the bank and was audited. By then, he had filed late FBARs, the audit revealed he had significantly underrepresented account balances in FBARs and had failed to report income on his tax returns. The court found he did not tell the truth as to many aspects of his story. It found he was a sophisticated businessman.

“Having operated businesses in Mexico for nearly three decades, [he] has developed a detailed understanding of his personal and corporate tax obligations—and how to avoid them.” If you don’t tell your accountants about foreign financial accounts, or if they remind you to disclose them and you don’t, that also goes into the “willful” side. That happened to our gent, too.

“A defendant’s failure to inform his accountant about the existence of a foreign account is a strong indicator of a conscious intent to violate the law.” Stitch it all together, if it looks like you knew what you were supposed to do, and did not. That, ladies and gentlemen, is FBAR willful nonfiling.

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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 addresses all things related to your health and well-being. They offer assistance to help find a physician, hospital and diagnostic service for any healthcare needs.

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ungus tends to be a common problem here in the area due to high humidity, which results in sweaty feet. Our feet seem to always be moist, which makes for the perfect storm for fungus to grow!

When it comes to caring for your feet, there is no one better in the area than Paty Villanueva and her team of medical pedicurists.

If you have never had a medical pedicure, try one and you will never go to another kind! It is an exceptionally sterile procedure, very clean and very gentle. And now, Paty has laser treatment for foot fungus! Often times, toenail fungus is treated with medication (pills) which wreak havoc on the liver. Now, there is another option.

How does this work and what is it for? Laser treatment can be used for nail fungus and plantar warts. It takes 6

to 12 sessions, depending on how severe the problem is and how many toenails are affected.

Since every patient is different, sessions can take place once a week, twice a month or monthly.

The best part is, there are no side effects. This is not an invasive treatment.

The patient might feel a bit

warm during the treatment, however. Previous filing of the toenails is required before each session and they take care of that for you as part of the procedure.

It is very important to follow all of the instructions and complete all of the sessions in order to have successful treatment. Paty also handles any and all kinds of foot issues, not just the fungus.

We will soon be doing a medical pedicure demonstration so keep an eye out for this date and time!

For more information, please send me an email.

Our July newsletter will go out shortly and if you would like to receive a copy, just send me an email. We have a great men’s and women’s check-up/physical that includes a follow-up consult with a bilingual general practitioner.

There are plenty of places open to enjoy an air-conditioned meal. I cannot wait to go to Archie’s Wok and savor their light summer menu. Yesterday I took a panga to Ocean Grill in Playa Colomitos.

Not air-conditioned, of course, but what a heavenly day I had.

I was stuffed to the gills when I left from a massive amount of delicious array of food. This is a definite ‘must do’! Grab some friends, make the reservation (3 seatings per day and only via reservation) and head on over there. You will love it!

Here’s to a snappy week! And keep your fingers crossed for a gully washer soon!

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Famous Mosaics —Havana Cuba’s Fusterlandia

By Emily Murray

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Tucked in and throughout an old Havana neighborhood called Jamainatas is where you’ll find a little piece of mosaic heaven known as Fusterlandia. Begun in 1975, it now represents more than 40 years worth of work… and still counting.

In the 60s, Jose Fuster studied at Havana’s Art Instructor’s School, continuing his studies abroad in Europe, where he encountered the work of many great artists, masters of all artistic mediums. So, within this whimsical and haphazard-looking

little neighborhood, is some serious inspiration and vision.

Though you can see a lot of Cubist inspiration, and the homage to Gaudi is hard to miss since it’s literally spelled out on a wall… the Carribean influence… an ever-present nod to Jose Fuster’s roots, is always right there alongside it. Childlike molded concrete palm trees stand out in the yard like real palm trees, covered with mosaic on all sides and dazzling in the sun. A proportionally distorted face with odd coloring seems attached to… what is that? A mermaid?

Upon returning from his time abroad, Jose returned to Jamainatas, bought a house, and went to work.

Now well into his 70s, and with 80+ buildings, pathways, and structures done, the “Picasso of the Carribean” is still going strong.

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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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orth of the border, savvy consumers time their purchase of big-ticket items such as furniture when they know they will get the best price. The general thinking is that you can usually pick up a deal on indoor furniture in January and July.

Retailers will often announce a sale in January to help increase business after the holiday month of December.

It’s also one of the coldest months of the year, so it encourages people to get out of their homes and into the stores. July is also considered a great month to get a good price on furniture. The reason is that many retailers are looking to blow out their inventory so that they can bring in new items.

Every year, mid July, furniture manufacturers unveil their new lines at one of the largest furniture shows in High Point, North Carolina.

Retailers use the month of July to make room on their sales floor for these new items. This is why July is often a good month find good deals.

In Canada and the US, the best time to get a good deal on outdoor furniture is generally at the end of the summer season.

Although you may need to settle on what little inventory is left, a better price often helps to live with a cushion or frame style that may not be your first choice. In Puerto Vallarta and surrounding areas, you can often find a better deal on indoor furniture in the summer months.

This is the time of year that sees a reduction in population due to snowbirds who return to their primary homes.

Stores are anxious to sell in order to help offset operating costs during the low season.

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So, if you need a new sofa or bedroom set, July might be the best time to scope out the stores.

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This annual sales day is called El Buen Fin and it occurs around Mexican Revolution Day. This year, El Buen Fin will take place November 15-18.

Most retailers offer promotions such as special pricing and improved credit terms.

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Movement as Medicine

Marcia Blondin

By Via Anderson

Aside from contributing regularly to the Tribune for several years, Marcia is a skilled artisan, specialized in repurposing vintage jewelry and selling her creations at the Marsol Friday Market by the Pier.

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. She is the author of How to Move Without Pain: A Compendium of Intelligent Movement, to be released in 2019.

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appy Canada Day to the ‘Old Country’ of my birth and Happy Independence Day to the US, where I lived for a while and have visited often in the past.

Act II Entertainment is back in full swing with Karaoke every Tuesday night at 8 PM, in the gorgeous Encore bar. It is hosted by Marsha Ross, whose presence at Act II has her on stage, backstage, writing, singing, and acting with her number-one fan—‘Mr. Marsha’, her affable husband Howard—always close by. It was lovely to see owners Danny and Oscar with Alex behind the bar again after their month-long hiatus.

A ‘Tribute to Pink Floyd’ happens at Act II, Thursday, July 4 at 8 PM. I have heard the ‘Pacific Rock Company Band’ before at a different venue and am looking forward to the comfortable, air-conditioned, smoke-free atmosphere in the Main Stage theater. A full report next week on how it went.

Friday, July 5 will take me up to Insurgentes street to Incanto to hear soprano Mary Porter’s very first concert in Vallarta. She has promised Broadway tunes interspersed with operatic arias and a surprise guest or two.

Her show is at 8 PM. Make sure to bring a shawl or something to cover your shoulders—the theater is cold. Mary will be accompanied on piano by Derek Carkner, the new Director of the Gay Men’s Chorus here in Vallarta. Again, a full report next week!

Then, Saturday the 6th, my sister Patrice is back in town after a six-week absence! Seems she lost a great big filling, needs a crown, did some math and learned she could fly down here, stay in a hotel, have her dental work done, eat at all her fave places, fly back in a week and pat herself on the back for still being ahead by about $2,000 CDN. Bad news for the big dental biz in Canada and hooray for me, my great dentist Orlando on Libertad and my kitties get pedicures from their auntie!

I had the pleasure of lunching at Co-Exist Café twice last week. First with Georgia Darehshori of Casa Karma; she received her winning

certificate from the Vallarta Tribune’s Pata Salada People’s Choice Awards.

The second luncheon was with Bill Makley of Vallarta CoWork. It has been too long between sightings of these two wonderful friends. Bill and I had a brief, happy visit by AJ Freeman, a gifted contributor to the pages of the Vallarta Tribune.

This week began with a sumptuous, intimate dinner party, overlooking the city at sunset and far into the night, celebrating Jovany’s birthday. Surrounded by candlelight and red roses, we feasted on salad first then pasta with shrimp, baby asparagus tips and button mushrooms. Dessert was homemade chocolate ice cream.

The food was as divine as the company… If you’ve not yet been into ‘Ropero de Jovany’ to see the array of vintage clothes, shoes, furs (yes!), handbags and precious gems, get over to the corner of Constitucion and Venustiano Carranza if only to browse. Men and women’s clothes—most of which are brought in from places like Rodeo Drive and Hollywood—are personally selected

by Jovany and authenticated before anything hits the shelves. Lots of changes coming to this beautiful corner of the city. Stay tuned…

Tons of great things to do in Vallarta this week coming. Starting with the Mango Festival in Parque Lazaro Cardenas then a concert at Babel Bar featuring Moruno with flamenco and belly dancers.

And that’s just Saturday afternoon/ evening!

Updating the Artist’s Co-op, I wrote about last week, our proposal has been presented in writing, and now we wait.

The collective energy surrounding this property is so strong and so positive it seems impossible we won’t get it. If—no, WHEN—we get it, I believe it will become one of the most vital art installations in the heart of the city. Please keep praying right along with us…

Pray for rain, too; our water levels are way down from last year. Take care of one another; freely give away hugs and smiles, and help our tourists any way that you can From Here.

Almost Everything You Need to Know About Wearing Flip Flops

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lip flops are a great shoe to wear in Puerto Vallarta. They keep your feet cool. They’re easy to throw on. They come in a million great colors and patterns.

What’s not to love about flip flops?

I wear them and I bet you do too.

Remember the words in Jimmy Buffett’s song, “Margaritaville”?

“I blew out my flip flop Stepped on a pop top Cut my heel, had to cruise on back home.”

Poor Jimmy. He learned that flip flops can be hazardous to his health. And he sang about it. He may have been onto something: In 2016, there were 27,000 Emergency Room visits related to flip flops!

Here are a few tips to help you decide when to wear flip flops.

Flip flops are fine in the house, around the pool, at the beach, or for walking to the corner store. They provide protection for the bottom of your feet. They prevent catching

athlete’s foot or plantar warts. But they do not protect the top of your feet. You risk stubbed toes, glass cuts and puncture wounds, not to mention a heavy object smashing your foot.

You may not want to wear flip flops for running, hiking, playing sports, or walking long distances.

This is hard on your ankles, your knees, and your feet. A 2008 study found that wearing flip flops changes the way we walk, affecting gait and posture. Fearing flip flops also increases the risk of fractures and falls.

Your toes grip your flip flops to keep them on. Some of the toe bones curl up and some down. This leads to hammertoes, corns, and calluses. It can cause or aggravate plantar fasciitis, arthritis, tendinitis, heel spurs, blisters, and bunions.

And it’s not a good idea to wear flip flops when you are driving. Your flip flops can slip off your feet and get stuck under the brake or the gas pedal. If you have diabetes, flip flops are never a good idea because any foot injury can become serious and you might not know it.

Flip flops are not all bad. They allow our toes to spread. They

are usually flat (minimal heel) which encourages your natural arch support. They are better than high heels! But we will save that discussion for another time. I’ve already run out of space here.

You can reduce some of the risks described by making sure your flip flips fit snuggly around your forefoot. And by replacing your flip flops every two or three months.

Or by wearing a sandal that has a heel strap.

Here’s an intelligent movement that will counteract some of the negative effects of wearing flip flops: Seated Top of Foot Stretch Sit in a chair in good posture.

Breathe in. Breathe out. Become aware of your breath.

Bring your right foot under the chair. Press the top of your foot into the floor.

Stay here for 3, 6, 9 breaths.

Listen to your inner athlete.

Return your right foot to the start position. Repeat on the left.

You can also stretch the top of your foot while you are standing.

If you do, this becomes a balancing move so be sure to have a safe point (wall, chair, railing, shopping cart) to reach for.

Check out previous articles or my website for other movements involving feet, ankles, toes. They will help too.

Summing Up: Flip flops are fun and convenient, and you probably won’t stop wearing them. But you may want to stop wearing flip flops on some occasions, given what you know now.

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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Mexico’s “Stonewall” Moment

By Paco Ojeda

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his past weekend, Mexico City celebrated its 41st LGBT Pride March in which over 60,000 attendees marched from the iconic Angel de la Independencia statue on Reforma Ave. to the Zocalo, where the Presidential Palace is located. The timing is ideal to examine the number 41 and its close ties to Mexico’s LGBT community. But first, a brief Stonewall primer.

The Stonewall riots took place at the Stonewall Inn, a popular gay bar located in New York City’s Greenwich Village neighborhood, on June 28, 1969. Members of the city’s police force decided to raid the establishment, but, much to their surprise, they were welcomed by a series of violent demonstrations by members of the gay community.

This event became the catalyst for the gay liberation movement and the worldwide fight for LGBT rights that continues to this day.

Sixty-eight years prior to the Stonewall Riots—on November 18, 1901, to be precise—42 members of Mexico’s aristocratic elite were enjoying themselves at a private party in Mexico City, having a gay old time. Literally. Among those present was Ignacio de la Torre, son-in-law of Porfirio Diaz, who was President of Mexico at the time.

Unbeknownst to them, they were about to become the focus of one of the most scandalous events in early 20th Century Mexican history.

Police records at the time give an account of a policeman who was patrolling the neighborhood where said soiree was taking place, during the wee hours of the morning. Attracted by the loud noise they were making, he peeked through a window, realizing that the party was attended by men and women dancing with one another.

But there was a small detail.

The women didn’t quite look like women. Backups were called for, and an illegal raid ensued.

Police forces managed to arrest 41 of the 42 men present at the party, despite their efforts to remove the fancy dresses they were wearing, with colorful makeup and jewelry to match. How the 42nd men managed to escape is not nearly as interesting as his identity: Ignacio de la Torre, the so-called son-in-law of Mexico.

De la Torre’s homosexuality was an open secret in Mexico’s political and aristocratic circles, along with his less-than-cordial relationship

with President Díaz, who constantly tried to protect his favorite daughter from scandal. Despite his best efforts to silence the press— something political leaders around the world continue to feel entitled to do to date—the scandal was too juicy to pass.

Among the most renowned accounts of the event was that of engraver Jose Guadalupe Posada.

The name may not ring a bell, but if you’ve spent any considerable amount of time in Puerto Vallarta or elsewhere in Mexico, you’ve undoubtedly come across his iconic catrina illustration. Posada was producing illustrations for two publications at the time: Hoja Suelta and La Guacamaya. As was customary, he ridiculed the situation producing the following illustration:

their address. Nobody turns 41 years of age.”

And so, the number 41 became part of Mexico’s popular culture and to this day is used to refer to homosexuals in a subtle manner, and also, as a representation of gay pride throughout the country. Despite efforts to conceal the identity of those present at the party, whose civil rights were egregiously violated, perseverant researchers have managed to gain access to official records and identify most of the names of those who attended the party.

In 2001, one hundred years after the notorious incident, Mexico City’s LGBT community arranged for a commemorative plaque to be installed at the Jose Marti Cultural Center, located at

Catrina the iconic illustration created by Jose Guadalupe Posada

Of the illustrations that Posada created of the incident, this one remains the most popular.

What was the outcome of the raid? Along with Mexico’s no-longer favorite son-in-law, several others with influential ties to the government were promptly released, no questions asked. Others were less fortunate and were sentenced to join the Mexican army, ‘imprisoned’ with hard labor.

The Raid of the 41 helped fuel sentiments of ridicule and hatred toward homosexuals.

Francisco Uriquizo, a wellknown chronicler of the Mexican Revolution wrote: “In Mexico, the number 41 is not valid and is offensive to Mexicans. [...]

The impact of this tradition is such that the number doesn’t even appear in official documents.

There is no division, regimen or battalion in Mexico’s army identified as number 41. The numbering goes up to 40 and then continues with 42. There are no houses with the number 41 in

Dr. Mora 1, Colonia Centro, near the famous Alameda Central and near the site of the raid.

Ignacio de la Torre, Mexico’s favorite son-in-law, was also rumored to have had a homosexual relationship with Emiliano Zapata, a leading figure in the Mexican Revolution.

Several LGBT bars and associations in Mexico have proudly used the number 41 as part of their name.

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Cord-Cutting Options for Banderas Bay Performing Arts Lovers

By Paco Ojeda

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n broadcast television, cord-cutting refers to viewers that increasingly cancel their subscriptions to television services available over cable in favor of those available over the Internet. If you enjoy Netflix at home, you are a cord-cutter. And if you enjoy performing arts, this article is for you. That said, Internet-based content and programming can vary greatly depending on the country you are located, and in the case of paid services, the country where you do your banking. As such, we will focus on features and services presently available in Mexico.

Cord-cutting can seem daunting because of the many different ways you can access Internet content at home. For example, if you own a smart TV (a traditional television set with integrated Internet and interactive web-based features) it’s quite likely that a mainstream service such as Netflix is already built-in, and all you have to do is establish a wired or wireless connection to your Internet. For other lesserknown services or “stations,” if you will, most TV brands feature their own app stores for you to install/download whatever service you desire. Unfortunately, not all services are supported by all TV brands.

Die-hard cord-cutters rely on hardware for a better variety of services. This hardware can be your computer or laptop, a tablet, or dedicated online streaming devices, such as Roku (www. roku.com), AppleTV (www.apple.

If a specific service is not available through your smart TV, you may be able to access it through your computer or tablet. com) or Google Chromecast (store.google.com/product/chromecast). Online media players are connected to your TV with a dedicated (HDMI) cable and serve a dual function: you can install services on them, or stream content wirelessly to them from your computer or tablet. For the most part, all the services/ channels/apps described below can be accessed with the aforementioned gear.

The Big Three Along with Netflix, you can access HBO and Amazon Prime locally, and enjoy their content.

And the best part is, you don’t need a credit card to do so. Prepaid cards for Netflix and Amazon are readily available locally at supermarkets and convenience stores.

HBO content is available through AppleTV, and prepaid Apple Store cards are also easy to find. All three services feature an excellent selection of movies, TV shows, documentaries and some concerts. For performing arts buffs

out there, consider the following lesser-known options.

Digital Concert Hall The Digital Concert Hall of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra is a website which transmits the concerts of the Berlin philharmonic orchestra to the internet for registered users to access on demand. Aside from being able to enjoy live performances by the orchestra, you have access to a comprehensive archive of pre-recorded concerts, mostly directed

by Sir Simon Rattle, but also older performances such as 1990s concerts with Claudio Abbado.

Info: www.digitalconcerthall. com Medici.tv Medici.tv is an online platform for streaming classical music videos. Their catalog includes concerts, operas, documentaries, ballets and masterclasses by top performers, such as mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato or cellist Steven Isserlis. Medici.tv also offers live broadcasts of exciting

classical music competitions, such as the International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition, held in Warsaw every five years; or the International Tchaikovsky Competition, held in Moscow every four years—it ended last week, and I didn’t get much sleep! Like Digital Concert Hall, Medici.tv is a subscription service, but both offer free content for you to test the waters.

Info: www.medici.tv Met Opera On Demand Aside from producing live broadcasts of their Saturday matinees, available at theaters and cinemas throughout the world (but not Puerto Vallarta, alas), New York’s Metropolitan Opera Company provides online access to more than 700 full-length Met performances, with subtitles available in several languages.

Info: www.metopera.org BroadwayHD Based in New York City, BroadwayHD records and distributes

live theater performances and previously recorded theatrical productions through its platform.

Aside from bringing some of the best Broadway shows to your living room, BroadwayHD has partnered with leading theatre companies such as Roundabout Theatre Company, The Public Theater, Manhattan Theatre Club, The Geffen and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts to complement their very extensive catalog.

Info: www.broadwayhd.com Mubi If the film selection available on The Big Three described above, and you crave cult, classic, independent and award-winning films from around the world, consider Mubi. Mubi takes a different approach. Every day their experts introduce you to a film they love and you have a whole month to watch it, so there will always be 30 extraordinary films for you to enjoy.

Info: www.mubi.com

Roku makes media players for every budget, and they are small enough to carry with you when you travel.

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Act II Announces Summer Entertainment

Vibes & Vices: Fight Night @ Super Power Crossfit Gym

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AJ Freeman is an adventurous spirit, serial friend-maker, 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.

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he bellicose nature of combat as a sport is evident even for those who have never so much have seen a punch thrown. A part of me, the piece furthest removed from my inner ape, agrees with those who would call these sports a bit barbaric.

Still, what makes boxing stand out so much for me is the depth of peace required for the pursuit.

Consider the stillness of mind required to give a speed bag that rhythmic drumming during training, the solitude of a multiple-kilometer run at some peculiar morning hour. The inescapable fact that every competitor to step into the squared circle, despite carrying on his shoulders the imaginations of a multitude, ultimately does so with only his innermost self to satisfy.

It is these lesser-appreciated elements of boxing that gave it the over 200-year-old nickname of “the sweet science,” reflecting 19th-century sportswriter Pierce Egan’s belief that the body of great fighter unites an active thinker and a tactical mind behind a capable set of hands.

These principles also continue to fuel my lifelong enthusiasm for combat sports, and so when I got wind of a 15-match card to take place in this popular gym stationed on Francisco Medina Ascencio Ave., this week’s article began to write itself.

The Vibes: Mexico has a well-documented relationship with the world of boxing—only strengthened by the recent triumph of first-ever Mexican heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz., Jr in one of the last half-century’s more memorable upsets—and so even bouts featuring amateur boxers are among the hottest tickets in any town on a given night.

The atmosphere was abuzz as I entered the venue with a posse of fellow fight fans. Tense hushes were punctuated by leathery smacks as mitts met meat in rapid successions. As we made our way in, a round’s end was met with rousing multilingual exhortations, the assembled crowd paying tribute

to the fighting spirit displayed by both combatants as the corner team of each worked frantically to minimize the damage done by the sanctioned sport.

The event was in full swing by the time we arrived on the scene, and so finding floor seating full, we parked ourselves around at a table on the balcony and covered its entire surface with cold $25 peso cans. Evaluating the duo in the ring and knowing nothing about either, I decided I liked one boxer’s metallic gold hightops and attached my emotional investment to him. The bell rang for another round, and we settled in for the show.

The Vices: Have you ever been in a fight? If so, you know that any individual who chooses, out of the countless walks of life available to a human being of today, to simulate such a thing as a hobby against others who do the same, deserves recognition for their sheer strength of will.

Still, as a fan of Gold Shoes for several minutes, I couldn’t help but root for him to beat Red Shorts, his opponent for the evening. Happily, Gold Shoes put on a convincing display over the following rounds, outperforming Red Shorts in virtually every aspect of the match because bold aesthetic choices can look pretty silly if you’re not good at what you do.

As the victorious hand was raised and the next match took shape, I offered a bit of unscripted commentary. “When a guy doesn’t touch gloves with his opponent, I immediately want him to lose. Just knocked the [expletive deleted]

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out.” A tad crude for the Tribune?

Perhaps...but it was a sentiment that met with unanimous approval at the table.

The evening’s last head-to-head matchup took center stage, and every eye in the building was trained in its direction. After the competitors showed the requisite respect by touching gloves, they clashed on the canvas as the finished product of countless hours of training. One unloaded a fierce flurry of alternating fists on his foe, only to have them masterfully absorbed and deflected. An exquisite display of potential made kinetic, a game of high-impact human chess.

When the contest was over, one man had outmatched the other on the night, but they both stood in the ring as champions. Having truly appreciated what we witnessed that evening, every member of the audience stood for a lively ovation to both men in the ring, but the most important vote of confidence for the entire concept came when the winner raised the hand of his opponent. And that, my friends, is what the sport of combat is all about.

The Verdict: There’s something unexpectedly refined about combat sports, an acknowledgment of both the aggression that lies close to the heart of man and the imperative to funnel it into controlled pursuits. In this way, Super Power Crossfit not only facilitates the ultimate potential of the human animal, but showcases it for your entertainment.

Maybe I’ll catch you there.

Info: Calle Sierra Aconcagua 111, Olímpica, 48310 • www. facebook.com/SuperPowerCrossfit/

ct II’s summer season has begun with a bang! Come and enjoy a cool drink in the comfortable, air-conditioned Encore Bar, and then delight in some of the best live entertainment in town!

Act II is #2 in “Things to Do” in Puerto Vallarta ~Trip Advisor #1 Entertainment Venue Here’s what’s happening at ActII this week: Saturday, June 6 – 7:30 pm “Twist & Shout” Act II’s hugely popular “sleeper hit” of the season, returns to the Red Room on Saturday nights this summer. Take a journey back to the time of poodle skirts and rock ‘n roll, with the dynamic duo of Pedro Islas and Faride Talama who present a high-energy, hilarious musical comedy, with songs such as “I Wanna Be Loved By You,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” “Be My Baby,” “Lollipop,” “I Only Want to Be With You,” “Twist and Shout,” and more. You will want to get up and dance along with them! This unforgettable show has a unique format and is full of singing, comedy, and dancing to the rhythms that changed the world!

Tuesday, July 9 – 8:00 pm Karaoke Night! (No cover charge) Karaoke Night is the most popular, most welcoming and most fun karaoke party in the bay. Happy hour drink specials are offered 6 - 8 PM, and free karaoke begins at 8 PM! Our beautiful Encore Lounge has a fully-stocked, air-conditioned bar, and features the best karaoke in town! It’s the place where many of your favorite singers/actors from your favorite shows pop in to sing with the locals!

Wednesday, July 10 – 7:30 pm “The Best of ABBA and Elton John” After its incredibly successful, sold-out run this year, Us Two is thrilled to be able to present their #1 show, “The Best of ABBA and Elton John” during the summer season!

In a musical tribute to the timeless music of two unforgettable acts, ABBA and Elton John, UsTwo will perform songs that you remember, such as “Mama Mia,” “Dancing Queen,” “Chiquitita,” “Sad Song,” “Candle in the Wind,” “Rocket Man,” and many more. Their repertoire changes with each performance, but these amazing vocalists (and their live band) will treat you to an unforgettable evening of music and an evening to remember!

Thursday, July 11 – 8:00 pm

“What the Folk?” A Collection of Acoustic Favorites Well-known local musician, Cesar Medina (and his percussionist), present a collection of songs by Bob Dylan, the Beatles, Cat Stevens, Eric Clapton, and more. Cesar is not a stranger to Act II. In fact, he has performed alongside many of our popular singers, including Brittany Kingery and Elvis Morales. This powerful acoustic guitarist and singer is much in demand as a session guitarist.

AUDITIONS for Actors, Singers & Dancers!

Are You an Actor? Dancer?

Singer? Act II is still casting for next season’s shows! Auditions are scheduled for Saturday, June 29. Contact Marsha Ward Ross at act2entertainmentproductions@gmail.com for details. Tickets can be purchased online at act2pv.com or at the box office, opening at 4:00pm on show days. The Act II Entertainment Stages complex is located on the corner of Insurgentes and Basilio Badillo in Zona Romantica. For more information, call (322) 222-1512, or follow Act II on Facebook.

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Summer Music

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Vanishing Earth/ Vanishing Home

Christie Seeley

John Warren

Christie is a steadfast promoter of local music and musicians. Learn more about her explorations at www.vallartasounds.com.

John Warren is in charge of publicity for the International Friendship Club in Puerto Vallarta (IFC). During the summer, he writes about traveling while also raising environmental awareness.

john3984@me.com

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ward-winning singer, composer and wonderful showman Jose Carlos recently put on quite a performance at Incanto Cabaret Theater, with beautiful songs—mostly his own—an incredible array of musicians accompanying him, and even a fellow composer, his son.

The sold-out house was very appreciative!

A ‘modern troubadour’ by his own account, he has a very attractive manner of presenting his music. He shares with the audience the sentiments that are conveyed through his thoughtful lyrics and the personal experiences that led to the creation of each song. As a result, the audience truly has the feeling of sitting in his living room sharing an intimate musical experience.

He usually performs by himself, accompanied by his own guitar.

However for his debut at Incanto, he produced a very professional

show featuring some of the best musicians Puerto Vallarta has to offer: On piano, the very talented and supportive Carlos Santana, co-producer of Jose Carlos’ new CD and a good friend; the amazing cellist Luis Rascon, a frequent collaborator with several local bands; incredible guitar backup

by Balta Arteaga; the ever favorite bass player from Ciudad Juarez, Roberto Falcon; and impressive percussion by Jesus Estrada. The combo produced an event comparable to what you would expect in a Las Vegas showroom. A highlight of the evening was the touching onstage appearance of Jose Carlos’ son, Christian.

José Carlos’ new CD, to be released in early July, is full of subjects important to him such as father-son relationships, Mexican traditions and, of course, love. We look forward to more shows by him very soon. Currently, you can catch Jose Carlos along with Memo Suarez at La Palapa Restaurant/ Bar Tuesday through Sunday from 8-11 PM.

he fight to save the life that has existed for thousands of years on planet Earth from being destroyed by us is vital and ongoing. In the last week, there have been some wins, some losses, and examples of extreme lack of interest by political leaders.

In Germany, 40,000 students from Fridays for Future—the school strike movement in Germany — and Ende Gelände (End Of Story.

Nothing To Add) came together to protest, and demand climate justice.

In a powerful show of solidarity, activists from all over Europe came to support the village of Keyenberg, whose very existence is threatened.

The coal company RWE is planning to wipe out the village and develop two new massive lignite coal mines; one of the most significant sources of CO2 in Europe. They must be stopped.

“This day is a reason to hope,” said EG spokeswoman Kathrin Henneberger. “Despite the unprecedented failure of the politicians faced with the climate crisis, thousands of people are today sending a clear signal for climate justice. Whether it is a demonstration, a school strike or a blockade, this movement is determined to put an end to the era of fossil fuels,” she added. The good news is the resistance. The bad news is the plan to open the mines.

In Mexico, a flagship refinery is planned by Mexican President

Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador. The $8 billion project is to be located in the Gulf Coast port of Dos Bocas, in Lopez Obrador’s home state of Tabasco, and was a campaign promise of the left-leaning energy nationalist. According to a report released last week by Pemex, the refinery would have a “severe” impact on air quality and emissions could spread to nearby towns. The document showed that, while most environmental impacts were deemed to be moderate, a “severe” impact was expected on air quality once operations started at the refinery, which is expected to process up to 340,000 barrels of heavy crude oil per day. The assessment said the estimated emissions of nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and sulfur dioxide “do not exceed the limits” set out under Mexican law.

But, how do those limits fit into our need to reduce, not increase, carbon emissions?

A crucial win for the environment occurred in Lamu, on the east coast of Africa. Lamu, like Puerto Vallarta, is a town by the sea in the tropics. Last week, it missed environmental obliteration by a whisker, when Kenya’s National Environment Tribunal (NET) canceled the license previously granted. First proposed in 2015, the local Lamu community has fought for years to stop the development of Kenya’s only coal-fired power plant. It’s been challenged fiercely by local residents, activists, scientists & lawyers not only for its climate impli-

cations but also because Lamu is a UNESCO heritage site preserved for its biodiversity and rich multicultural heritage. The NET’s decision is good news.

It is hard to imagine how we are going to save the planet without having our countries’ leaders acknowledge the problem of looming climate catastrophe, agree on the solutions, and then implement policies to protect us. Don’t bet on it!

Last week saw twenty contenders from the United States’ Democratic Party debate each other on stage in the hope of becoming the challenger to Trump in the 2020 elections for president. In four hours of debate, the question of climate catastrophe was given about fifteen minutes of attention. Strange but true!

Meanwhile, in Japan, the G20 met for their annual discussion on the world’s biggest problems. Theoretically, these are leaders of the world’s twenty major economies Here is the wording of the joint communique after the conference: “Leaders warned of growing risks to the global economy but stopped short of denouncing protectionism, calling instead for a free, fair trade environment. There were no breakthrough decisions.” What? No mention of the climate crisis we are in?

Environmentalist Yvon Chouinard said, “When you have the opportunity and the ability to do good, and you do nothing, that’s evil. Evil doesn’t always have to be an overt act. It can be merely the absence of good. The cure is action.” The G20 leaders had the opportunity and the ability to do good, and they did nothing. They gave no thought to future generations. That’s evil!

In 2019, only oil lobbyists and most politicians persist in denying the influence of human activities on the Earth’s climate. Scientific evidence is piling up, and we know that we must change our ways. It’s time for our leaders to lead.

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This listing features bars and restaurants that may have live music and ongoing acts, if there are no acts listed, check with the venue as they may still have events planned. Schedules can change without notice.

We do not take responsibility for misinformation. Email editor@vallartatribune.com to update or add listings.

VALLARTA Babel Bar (Aquiles Serdán 437, Isla del Cuale) Fri: Faralae 7-9 pm Sat: Nacho and Diego 1 – 3 pm Sat: Oscar & Raul 7-9 pm Sun: Esau & Lobo 1 - 3 pm

Que/Pasa (625 Aquiles Serdan) Tues: The Change at 7-10pm Sun: Sylvie&The Zippers 7 – 10 pm Roxy Rockhouse (Ignacio L Vallarta 275) Nightly music after 11 pm with house band Aloha Bar (Plaza Parabien #16) Thur: Dr. Groove 10pm

Blakes Restaurant and Bar (Plaza Los Glorias #16) Chasers Sports Bar (Avenida Mexico 570A) Fri: Gecko Band 8 – 11 pm

Captain Don’s (Honduras 126) Fri: Tequila Rush 8 - 11 pm Sat: Da Crew 8 - 11 pm

NUEVO VALLARTA

Cuates y Cuetes (Francisca Rodriquez 101) Tues: Moruno at 8:30 – 10pm Wed: Tatewari 6:00 – 8:00 pm Sun: Moruno at 8:30 – 10 pm

Eddies (Boulevard Nayarit 70) Weekly – Live music 6:30 – 9:30

Daquiri Dick’s (Malecon and Lazaro Cardenas) Sun: Esaú Galvan 7:30 – 9:30 pm

Ernestos Good Grub (Calle Perra,Jarretaderas)

El Rio BBQ, (Paso Ancho) Sun: The Cheko Ruiz Band at 3 p.m.

Tamale Night (July 5) Enjoy a special, one-night event, where you’ll be able to sample a variety of traditional sweet and savory Mexican tamales. Reservations recommended. 5:30 - 11 PM at El Arrayan. For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/elarrayan.

Jardin Montenegro Restaurant Blvd. Nuevo Vallarta #220 – Nuevo Vallarta

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Incanto (Insurgentes 109) Dennis Crow, Piano Sing-along - Most evenings 9:30 PM Sun: Joby & Tongo 5 PM Sun: Benji Gutierrez, Piano 7:30 PM Tues: Victor and Anais 5 PM Tues: Lady Zen 7:30 PM Wed: Bob Bruneau, Piano 5 PM Wed: The Renteria Brothers 7:30 PM Thurs: Edgar Roxha 5 PM Thurs: Open Mic 7:30 PM Fri: Joan Houston 5 PM Fri: Zoe & Leon with The Renteria Brothers 7:30 PM Sat: Benji Gutierrez & Aaron Hernandez 7:30 PM

Encore Restaurant & Lounge (51 Lazaro Cardenas | Bucerias)

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

Ana Bananas (Tiburón #42 | La Cruz) Sun: Live Music 7 pm

La Casa de La Hugo (Hamburgo 146, Versalles) La Ingrata (Abasolo 169) Late night DJ most nights

Buzzos (In front of Bungalows Princess | Bucerias) El Chivero (Avenida Pacifico 9, Centro | Bucerias) Drunken Duck(Avenida Mexico, Centro | Bucerias) Wed: The Gecko Band 9 pm Sun: The Gecko Band 5pm

Ceviche Fest at Peace Punta de Mita (July 6) Sample fine ceviche recipes prepared by contestants in this first-ever event. All monies raised will be used to commission a new mural, as part of the organization’s beautification programs. For more information, please visit www.peacepuntademita.org.

JAX Bar and Grill (Avenida Mexico 17, Bucerias)

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Third Mango Festival (July 6) It’s all about mango at the Third Mango Festival, organized by Puerto Vallarta’s Department of Culture, Puerto Vallarta’s Rotary Club and the Highland Park-Puerto Vallarta Sister Cities Committee. Enjoy live music and a broad variety of mango-based dishes, beverages and desserts for a good cause. 4-10 PM at the Lazaro Cardenas Park.

Greene Tomato (Town Square, La Cruz) OSO’s Oyster Bar ( La Cruz Marina) Sat: The Remedy 7 pm Britannia (Coral, La Cruz) Tues: Open mic with The Turn 7pm La Cruz Inn (36 Calle Marlin | La Cruz)

Murphy’s Irish Pub (484 Morelos, Malecon) Thur: The Others at 10 pm Fri: The Others at 10 pm Sat: The Others at 10 pm Special: Fri: June 7 La Trez Cuartoz 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

Mary Porter Sings Broadway and More! (July 5) Enjoy songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Sunset Boulevard, Cats, and more. With Drek Carkner at the piano. Featuring tenor Alejandro Peña and surprise guests. 8 PM at Incanto Vallarta.

Details at facebook.com/incantovallarta.

El Barracuda (Boulevard Nayarit 70-8)

Estudio Café (Paseo de la Marina 31) El Oasis de Holi (River mouth by La Isla Mall) Sat: Dr. Groove 6 pm

Upcoming Events

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Acuatlon Vallarta (July 7) Run and swim in this competitive event taking place on the Malecon, or show up to support your favorite athlete! The event starts at 8 AM. For more information, please visit www.acuatlonvallarta.com.

SPCAPV Champagne Brunch (July 27) Monies raised will support the SPCAPV’s goals, which include sterilization, adoption and healthcare efforts for companion animals in the Puerto Vallarta area. The event will take place at Hacienda San Angel. For more information, please email spcapv@gmail.com.

El Atico Hookah (Sayulita) Don Pato (Marlin 12, Sayulita) Live music nightly Jack’s Cantina (Sayulita beside bus terminal) Faro Mita (Higuera Blanca)

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