Issue 1137, January 17 - 23, 2019 by Vallarta Tribune

SUSTAINABLY YOURS

EVENTS

ENTERTAINMENT

Green weddings in Banderas Bay

Bucerias celebrates Patron Saint

Beach Boys tribute comes to Vallarta

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t the Tribune we want you to have the best experience possible while you explore Puerto Vallarta, the Bay of Banderas and Riviera Nayarit. Here are some helpful tips for traveling. TIME ZONE: The entire state of Jalisco is on Central Time, as is the southern part of the State of Nayarit starting from San Blas in the north. BUSES: A system of urban buses with different routes can bring you from one end of the bay to the other and all the spots in between. If you’re going further than San Pancho, head to the main bus terminal to catch a ‘Pacifico’ bus. Current fare is 10.00 pesos. TAXIS: There are set rates within defined zones of town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with the driver first. Make a note of the taxi number in case you leave something behind. Drivers typically do not carry change. UBER: New in 2017 to Puerto Vallarta, Uber is still experiencing some growing pains particularly in the state of Nayarit. Uber is about 25-50% cheaper than a taxi, but this is subject to change. The benefits of using Uber are set fares and the ability to follow up directly with your driver if there is an incident or you leave an item behind. MONEY EXCHANGE: Typically a bank will give you a higher rate of exchange than the exchange booths (Caja de Cambio). You will need your passport. Better yet, use your bank card to withdraw funds from any ATM. Note that ATM’s in the banks are the safest to use and charge lower fees. DRINKING WATER: While Puerto Vallarta’s water has been awarded a certification of purity for the past two decades, the quality

of the water tested at the source varies greatly from what comes out of the tap at the other end. So do be careful. If you want to be doubly sure, you can pick up bottled water just about anywhere. EXPORTING PETS: Falling in love with the street dog outside your hotel is easy to do and it’s also easy to bring them home with you too. The process is inexpensive and only takes a day or two. You need a certificate of health from a local vet among other things. For the most up-to-date information contact the Puerto Vallarta SPCA at spcapv@ gmail.com. COMMON SENSE: Just as you wouldn’t walk around your hometown drunk and belligerent, it is not acceptable to do that here. While Mexico is a tolerant culture, basic politeness is appreciated. Don’t pee in the streets. Don’t flash your money or expensive gadgets. Pay attention to your surroundings. Know where you are going. Pay your bills (and don’t forget to tip). And have fun! DRINKING AND DRIVING: First off – just don’t. The consequences are not worth it. Taxis or Ubers are cheap and plentiful. Fines are as much as 12,000 pesos. You can be taken to jail and your vehicle impounded. There are many checkstops on the weekends, and you will be asked to blow if they suspect you have been drinking. LEGAL SYSTEM: Not knowing the law is not a valid excuse in Mexico, or anywhere. If you find yourself caught in a legal situation be aware that guilt is presumed until your innocence can be proven. This is a very difficult lesson to learn if you are visiting from the United States or Canada. Immediately contact your consulate for assistance.

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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

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

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If you can’t beat them, head to Quimixto

ast week I was lamenting the need for patience and persistence in this country, this week I could carry the same tune, but I won’t. Just know that while I WANT to share all the events happening around the bay with you, I can’t. I have been foiled by technology and a culture that lives in the moment (and doesn’t promote their events until the day before.) Hopefully, we have our online calendar of events up and running again next week, and we’ll have pages of great events for you to plan your days around. In the meantime, Bruce Howells continues to expand the Live Music calendar for us – and there is no shortage of

great music happening around the bay. Check it out on page 37 or visit us online at vallartatribune.com/eventos/ live-music-calendar/ If getting away is on your list of things to do, then I highly recommend you find your way to the pier either on Los Muertos beach or in Boca de Tomatlan and catch a panga to one of the more remote beaches along the south shore. I spent Sunday in Quimixto, a small fishing village just past the busier village of Las Animas, before and was treated to a 10-minute show by two humpback whales just off the shore. Quimixto has about 80 families living along the river valley and includes 3-4 beachfront restaurants and a couple of places to stay. If you’re feeling energetic, there is a decent surf break out front, or you can hike

up (or ride horses for hire) the river to an impressive waterfall about an hour away. One note of caution – if you are departing from Boca, you can buy one-way or return fares (Fares range from 50-80 pesos each way per person). We bought a return fare and the boat didn’t return, until very late in the day. Had we not felt beholden to the return ticket, we could have jumped on any one of the many water taxis that passed by. I’m all for being stranded on a tropical beach, just not when I have to work the next morning. By now hopefully, you’ve seen the Best of Banderas Bay and Riviera Nayarit Guide. This annual publication is a compilation of the results of our Reader’s Choice Awards. Because of the delays in printing we’ve decided to extend voting for the 2019 Awards until the end of the month. So if you haven’t had a chance to support your favourite businesses in Banderas Bay and north along Riviera Nayarit to San Pancho, you still have time. Check it out at www. vallartatribune. com/best-of-banderas-bay-riviera-nayarit-readers-choice-awards-2019. Winners will be announced in February, and the next ‘Best of’ guide will be put together for November 2019. Plenty of great information in the pages of this week’s Tribune. Enjoy! Safe travels, Madeline

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early every day along the Malecon you’ll see the colourful dancers of the dance and music group Kalpulli Ostokcoatl Chalchihuitlicue arrive dressed in traditional costumes while they perform indigenous and traditional music and dance of the Azteca, Tolteca Chichimeca people. They put on a show that entices everyone to join in by tapping their foot to the sounds of this ancient beat. Feathers have always played a big part in the traditional ornamentation, in honour of their feathered god Quetzalcoatl; who gave corn so that they could bring order to their world and build great monuments and temples. This is similar to what occurred to the Greeks when the goddess Demeter gave the Hellenes wheat. The wonderful part of this story is that the Greeks and the Mexicans achieved world-class greatness with the building of their architectural wonders. It is recognized that the temples of Mexico are on par with the other greatest temples in the world. The Great Pyramid of Cholula, also known as Tlachihualtepetl (Nahuatl for “made-by-hand mountain”), is a huge complex located in Cholula, Puebla, Mexico. It is the largest archaeological site of a pyramid (temple) known to exist in the world today. So when it comes time to celebrate the local customs, remember you are doing this in honour of these magnificent people and their world class achievements.

Dancing the stories of Origin: Puerto Vallarta’s Azteca Dancers

over model Claudet Morales Alvarado, one of the dancers who performs ceremonial dancing and music of Aztec, Toltec and Chichimeca origin, in her bright aqua costume, can be found with her dance company most days along the Malecon, performing for tourists on the beach. You can also find them at many cultural events. This group was formed in Puerto Vallarta, in 2006 by Alejandro Tzinacan Tlamatini. He saw the need to share and spread the knowledge inherited by the ancestors with the people in general. The kalpulli (in the indigenous Nahuatl language “Kalpulli” means “large house”) is formed by young people committed to the art and culture of our country. Spreading knowledge of the ancestral ways through ritual-ceremonial dance and contemporary native music developed in the present with our own creative inspiration, they have created a show of sensory magic, awakening the senses of the audience and connecting them to an ancestral Mexican spiritual experience. Within their musical development

they use native percussion instruments such as huehuetls (drum), teponaztles, chicahuaztle (rain stick), river slab stones, turtle shell, etc. They also use wind instruments such as flutes made from different materials including wood, bone, mud and reed, along with whistles of different sounds sizes and shapes. The dance costumes are made of embroidered woven skins with ornaments, painted with ancient symbols and decorated with beads of chaquira, chaquiron, feathers or skin according to the attire. Feathers of different species of with a connection with the divine are used for the copillis (crowns) according to the rank of the Warrior. They perform different dances with different rhythms and names. The steps are symbolizing the sowing of the earth with the steps symbolizing earth, water, wind and fire and they imitate the movements of some animals such as the eagle, the deer, the jaguar, the rabbit and the snake. To learn more about this group visit their facebook at Kalpulli Ostocoatl Chalchitlicue.

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Growth in high-end LGBTQ tourism in the Riviera Nayarit

ayTravel.com announced the winners of the 2018 Gay Travel Awards and the St. Regis Punta Mita Resort was on the list as well as the Vallarta Pride events The international LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) community is one of the fastest growing segments within the tourism industry and has had a notable impact on the economy of the destinations. The ongoing recognitions received by the properties and businesses that offer services to the LGBTQ community are testa-

ment to that. Such is the case with the St. Regis Punta Mita, one of the winners of the 2018 Gay Travel Awards in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beach Resortâ&#x20AC;? category. The awards announced on GayTravel.com acknowledge industry partners that welcome LGBTQ travelers around the world. This year they chose 25 winners from among more than 100 nominees. https://bit.ly/2so159D Puerto Vallarta was recognized for best Pride celebration with its popular Pride week, which runs from May 20-26, 2019. According to data from the

World Tourism Organization (WTO), there are approximately 180 million LGBTQ tourists a year traveling around the world, representing 10% of the total of international tourists and generating $185 million a year through their activities. According to the International Gay Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA), this segment also grows 11% per year compared to conventional tourism that grows at a rate of 3.5%. With respect to Mexico, the Ministry of Tourism states approximately 2.9 million tourists from this segment visit the country.

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Best picture and three other Critics’ Choice awards for Cuarón’s Roma

It was a historic win for a foreign-language film

or the first time in the history of the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards, a foreign language film has taken home the award for best picture. Alfonso Cuarón’s black-andwhite family drama Roma was judged the best on a list that included nine other films. Roma was also the chosen as the best foreign language film, and the filmmaker himself won two other Critics’ Choice Awards for directing and cinematography. Yalitza Aparicio’s debut performance in the film earned her a nomination for best actress. The film was also nominated for best original screenplay, best production design and best editing.

Government encourages harmony, strengthen values

t is the first step in starting a national reflection on Mexico’s principles and values, said President López Obrador The federal government has begun the distribution of a booklet intended to encourage harmony and strengthen values. Cartilla Moral is a 1944 booklet by celebrated Mexican writer and diplomat Alfonso Reyes, written at the request of the secretary of education at the time. The booklet, divided in 14 chapters with headings like “Patriotism,” “Family,” and “Culture and Civilization,” was originally intended as supplementary material in a governmental push to reform public education. President López Obrador said that the booklet is the first step in starting a national reflection on Mexico’s principles and values in order to encourage harmony and respect for diversity. The president blamed the urgency of such a dialogue on the corruption of previous administrations and a dearth of employment opportunities, as

well as a decay of the country’s moral, cultural and spiritual values. “As [Cuban writer] José Martí said, man does not live by bread alone; to achieve true happiness he needs both material well-being as well as spiritual well-being,” said the president. He explained that the text does much to further his administration’s desired “rebirth of Mexico” through its treatment of justice and the attention it gives to the family unit, civic duty, nature, patriotism and common human values. Distribution of the booklet began yesterday in Valle de Chalco, México state, before the announcement of the federal government’s new pension plan. The president encouraged those present to share the booklet with family members and discuss the “morals, ethics, and values that we need to build a better society.” He said that although the text was not obligatory reading, his administration would soon make it widely available.

At last night’s awards ceremony in Los Angeles, Cuarón thanked his team and Netflix for their support after quipping that “this bunch of Mexicans are not as bad as sometimes they are portrayed.” He also said that while films may not break down walls, they can offer a window to the other side, “and when we look through this window, what we see is our own reflection.” Cuarón spoke of walls at a related event the day before. “I want to salute the Los Angeles Film Critics Association,” he said. “Thanks to your help we can break down walls.” Original: Mexico News Daily

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From Here Marcia Blondin

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“The Movie of Your Life”

ur Guadalupe Church was Standing Room Only for David Boz’s 7th annual free classical music concert/ fundraiser for the church last Wednesday night. I haven’t heard how much money was raised, but my ears are still ringing with the glorious Bach/Hayden/Cohen program that starred the dazzling Vanessa Amaro accompanied by David Boz on trumpet and guitar and Jean-Guy Comeau on the organ. Vallarta’s favorite tenor,

Rodolfo, sang a magnificent Ave Maria and kicked off Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah. I noticed in the audience Donald Moline, Grammy Award-winning cellist (more on Donald next week) sitting next to John Kreitler, one of America’s most outstanding living composers with ten Emmy Awards to his name and counting! John’s wife, Patsy, saved the concert when David Boz asked ME to sing in the finale at the last minute. Bless you, Patsy, for volunteering your jubilant voice

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and thus allowing me to continue to work in this town! While we’re on the subject of classical concerts – anyone out there who will be in Vallarta in February, classically trained in voice, guitar, piano, etc., and would like to collaborate in a concert? David Boz will host another if enough people come forward with their talent. Contact me, and I’ll put you in touch with him. I was at Spencer Day’s Opening Night at Incanto’s Piano Bar last Thursday. He has been practicing his Spanish and high jacked “Los Romanceros” from No Way, Jose Restaurant. Spencer moved the piano (no mean feat) to make room for this talented trio of singers/ guitaristas. Julie Guerrero, the owner of NWJ, sat close to the stage to make sure Spencer didn’t pack them away in his luggage! It was, as Spencer told me after his show, the way he plans every one of his performances at Incanto this season – they will all feature different performers to appear with him. So, that means going every day to listen to Spencer’s great voice and to hear his hilarious you-can’t-make-this-stuff-up stories about his life growing up Mormon

in Utah. His song-writing gets more and more interesting from simple samples of current and past love songs that endorse suicide and a song he dedicates to Michael, Spencer’s mentor and friend who died of AIDS years ago. He will take requests. Mine is he should move here and make me always smile just because he’s close. Incanto celebrates two years of bringing Vallarta’s best music to town on Sunday, January 20th. Tracy Parks, owner of Incanto invites everyone to come and cele-

brate from 4 pm on. His folks will be here from Oklahoma celebrating with their son and also their 55th wedding anniversary. They are a lovely couple – congratulations! The Fiesta del Sol is next week. Last time I heard there were only 20 tickets left. Another grand night is at hand for all those lucky enough to attend. I can’t wait for photographs – nearly everyone dresses according to the theme – image a room full of Vallarta’s sunsets? Until next time, hug with intensity and be kind, From Here.

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

“Celebrating conservative family values” Services Sunday 10:00 a.m. English-Traditional Holy Communion All faiths welcome-Casual Dress “Join us as we celebrate the love of Jesus Christ

in our beautiful palapa, excited for a new season” Fr. Jack continues to welcome people from all walks of life and denominations. Across from airport, northbound service road next to Sixt and Thrifty Car Rental Blvd Fco. Medina 7936, Puerto Vallarta

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Movement as Medicine By Via Anderson

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Via Anderson, E-RYT 500, is a yoga and movement coach and teaches a weekly Intelligent Movement Forever class on Thursday at 1 pm at Yoga Vallarta. She also teaches online and in private sessions at her studio. This 76-year-old grandmother practices what she preaches and teaches. She is the author of “How to Move Out of Pain: A Compendium of Intelligent Movement,” to be released in 2019.

Paradise and Parenting Leza Warkentin

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

Gas Shortage

’m not going to feed into any of the rumors or try to interpret the news media regarding the gasoline and propane gas shortages that Mexico has been experiencing. That’s because I would probably get some of it wrong, and then my editor would have to wade through the Annoyed Reader letters. She already seems to keep herself busy, so I won’t add to her workload. I’ll just say that my husband would greatly appreciate it if the propane gas could please be more abundant now, because his wife has had the household on the level of Super High Alert. That means that each person has been ordered to be prepared, at any moment of the day or night, to launch him/herself out the door and run down the sidewalk, arms waving desperately, should a gas truck turn down our street. Even if we just put some gas in the roof tank last week. Even if it’s not her favorite company (I’m not naming names, but orange, blue and white are my people). Perhaps you wonder why I am so concerned about the gas shortage.

Some folks were pretty relaxed about a crackers and cheese Christmas dinner. Others wrote about the joy of trying a new restaurant every day. Still others said they really wished for a warm shower, but were just waiting it out. Because hey! We are in Puerto Vallarta and it’s 29 degrees Celsius every day! Ok, but no. Guys, everyone has a list of Dealbreakers In Life. Everyone’s list is different, and at the tippy top of mine it says: I MUST NEVER BE COLD AGAIN. I can’t bear cold water. There, I said it. Please don’t tell Canada or they will revoke my passport (probably). The very idea of waking up in the dark to get ready for work, turn on the shower and have freezing cold needles of water hitting my poor skin, well that just makes me want to put on a pair of fleece pajamas and sit on the beach. During the Vallarta “winters” (for lack of a better term for a place that is never colder than sixteen degrees Celsius), I rarely go in a pool. We went on a Day Pass to the Holiday Inn Express last week and I almost wept real tears over the Jacuzzi. Everyone else took a dip in the pool, but my hands couldn’t be

pried from the sides of that little tub of balmy bliss (they tried). Yes, I suffered when I lived in Canada. During the months of November until about May, I couldn’t warm up. I was cold outside, certainly, but even inside my warm home I was cold. When I was offered a job in Vallarta, I couldn’t stop thinking about the fact that I could conceivably be warm all year round. And in case you’re wondering, my kids don’t mind being chilly as much as I do. However, they are very attached to their hoodies all “winter” and only enter the Costco freezers on a dare. They have only been to Canada in summer, but spend chilly evenings in Winnipeg bundled up in blankets and jackets while their Canadian cousins sit around in shorts and t-shirts, trying to enjoy the fleeting season they refer to as “summer” (even though the nights can go into the single digits). The only person who embraces the chill is my Mexican husband, who doesn’t understand my deep dismay over the possibility of running out of gas. Warm showers are nice, but not essential to him. His idea of bundling up is a toque with his tank top and shorts. But he loves me, so he’s chased a gas truck or two this month. He does it for me and he does it for his children and he does it for all of us who coexist alongside these teenaged children (if they don’t shower, what will become of us all). I hope you are all doing well despite the gas shortage, although I am sure the end is in sight. I am impressed with the kind, patient, and good-humored spirit of everyone here who has experienced this challenge. Most of all I’m grateful for this wonderful place, where we can just step outside and warm ourselves in the beautiful, bright, Mexican sun.

For several years, I was a snowbird. I traveled 5 days and 2,500 miles back and forth between Puerto Vallarta and Portland. That’s a very long haul for me. I’m not very good at sitting still. I always look for ways to keep moving when I’m sitting too long. On one of my trips, I decided to place my sponge ball (best prop ever) between the back of my seat and my neck (cervical spine). I created three simple moves for neck mobility and stability. I call this a “learning triplet.” I am going to share them with you today. These moves are great when you’re seated in the passenger seat of a vehicle, a beach chair, a recliner, or an airplane. Or any high back chair. This learning triplet can help reverse forward head posture and rounded shoulders. These are issues related to the cervical spine (neck). They are common when we spend a lot of time texting. Or working on the computer. You will need a sponge ball. You can get that at amazon.mx (search for “SPRI sponge ball). 3 BEACH CHAIR MOVES FOR NECK AND SHOULDERS To begin, inflate your sponge ball to about 85%. Start seated in your high back beach chair. Get ready for your first move, the basic chin tuck. Begin to notice your breath. Breathe In. Breathe out. Continue to watch your breath as you practice these moves. 1. BASIC CHIN TUCK. Tuck your chin slightly as you press your neck back into the sponge ball. The base of your skull (occipital ridge) will move back and up. The skull is nodding over the top vertebra of the cervical spine (C1). Repeat 3, 6, or 9 times. Listen to your inner athlete to decide (everybody has one!). 2. CERVICAL ROTATION. Keep

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your chin slightly tucked and your head pressing into the sponge ball. Slowly look to the right. Rotate as far as you can without pain, discomfort, or tension. Keep your movement in the cervical spine. Keep your shoulders and torso still. Return to center and repeat on the left. Alternate left and right for 3, 6, or 9 times. 3. LATERAL CERVICAL SIDE BEND. Keep your chin slight tucked and your head pressing into the sponge ball. Drop your right ear toward your right shoulder. Go only as far as you can without pain tension, or discomfort. You will be opening your cervical vertebrae on the left. You will be compressing the cervical vertebrae on the right. Stay in your cervical side bend for several breaths. Return to center. Repeat on the left side. Alternate left and right for 3, 6, or 9 times. When you finish, pause and ask yourself “How do I feel?” See if you notice any changes. Summing Up: The sponge ball is one of the best props ever. It is useful for a variety of movements. You can practice movements described here sitting in a beach chair or any high back chair. They will help release your neck and shoulders. Ahhhhhhhhh. [Medical disclaimer: This article is for education and information only. It is not a substitute for a doctor’s opinion.]

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A Green Wedding in the Bay of Banderas

lot of the ‘green wedding advice’ out there tends to be too generic to be practical in our area. ‘Seasonal and local’ eco-resources, that many green brides take for granted in other locations, may require the conscious couple to be extra creative in accomplishing an eco-responsible wedding here in the Bay. I have taken advantage of my visiting sister, a florist in Ireland (anthesis-

floral.com), to pick her brain about trends in Europe that are relevant to weddings here. While there are couples out there determined to make their own recycled stationary paper and locally source vintage second hand table settings for 300 people, I’m going to focus on EASY ways to shift your wedding in an ecological direction. And tips that pertain to where we live. • Consider going digital with your invitations. Besides the obvious of saving trees and eliminating energy intensive logistics, digital invitations can be highly personalized and provide an easy way to attach additional info like maps. You can also attach quirky info about communicating bilingually, fun places to explore and eco-tourism or charitable opportunities. • Florals and Decor: a trend abroad is going oasis-free, the green floral foam so ubiquitous in the floral industry. To avoid the non biodegradable foam, use balled up chicken wire hidden in opaque vases, or, when using glass, clear one sided tape can be gridded on the vase top for extra support. Consider using local tropical fruits that can eaten later for the floral displays. Alternatively, Mexico has a beautiful tradition of paper flower making – hire a local paper artisan to create these gorgeous and enduring crepe paper or even painted corn husk florals. You can also tap into local basket weaving traditions, using palm and canes, to create lovely holders for arrangements that can be re-used afterward. Another eco-option is celebrating Mexican terra cotta traditions by decorating with potted plants, like bougainvillea, which can later be planted in a garden (or kept potted!). If you do use disposable cut flowers, consider donating the arrangements to a local hospital so that venue staff doesn’t send the arrangements to a landfill once the

guests go home. • For the wedding party, consider selecting a color ensemble rather than the specific items a wedding party is to wear. This way wedding party members can use items they already own, are personally flattering or that fit their budget best, thus ensuring the outfits will be valued and re-worn in the future. • When it comes to food, of course local and seasonal is the best strategy. Menus personalized to the type of crowd will always generate less waste than buffets. Arrange ahead of time for leftovers to be donated to a good cause. Mexico is now producing biodegradable to-go packaging made from avocado pits! • Whether clothing or jewelry, having a family heirloom modernized and re-worked is a wonderful option to ‘upcycle’. Mexico, in particular, has many skilled artisans who can customize a family ring, making it unique to you while maintaining its sentimental roots. • Rather than water bottles, make stations of gourmet Agua fresca jars that include pure water in addition to seasonal flavors. • If you are considering releasing en masse balloons, lanterns, birds or butterflies…please reconsider. • Cut down on clutter in general with your wedding – many given away favors and momentos end up being clutter in your guests lives that they feel guilty about throwing away. When it comes to gift giving, especially when the couple already has a fully-stocked household before marriage, consider giving them experiences rather than things. Encouraging guest donations to charitable causes is becoming a popular option for many couples. All the best with your eco-event planning. We hope your mindful wedding is the beginning of a life brimming with happiness and as well as sustainability.

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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

Super Sub-specialty!

aving contemporary, innovative and “fresh ideas” new physicians to the area is always so exciting to me! Dra. May Cadena moved to Puerto Vallarta approximately eight months ago. She is going to be a winner here in the area, I have no doubts! She has her degree in Ophthalmology, which of course is great, but it is her sub-specialty that fascinates me. She is an oculoplastic surgeon or orbit, eyelids and lachrymal system surgeon. She says that she can manage tearing problems either with medical or surgical treatments in infants or adults. The most common procedures in this area are lachrymal system probing and “dacryocystorhinostomy” (that is a mouthful!). Eyelid malposition situations such as ptosis which is the drooping eyelid, skin excess, entropion or ectropion (which are when the eyelid turns either in or out) and also congenital problems. Orbit diseases such as Thyroid Eye Disease, Idiopathic Orbital Inflammation, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (Wegener Granulomatosis), among others and as well, malignant tumors either local or metastasized which affect the short space of the orbit in which the optic nerve, extra ocular muscles and other important tissues are found, are also some of the diseases an orbit surgeon treats. Because Dra. Cadena works in the facial area, she says that they have training in taking care of the esthetic results and this is something she does in every single procedure, regardless of diagnosis. She does a vast amount of purely esthetic treatments/surgeries. In this particular field, they are trained in minimally invasive procedures such as botulin toxin and fillers in the periocular area as well as in eyelid surgery for cosmetic purposes. As an ophthalmologist, the oculoplastic surgeon will always look to keep functionality (meaning protecting the eye globe) when improving cosmetic

appearance. I asked Dra. May: “What is the difference between your specialty and a plastic surgeon?” She says Oculoplastic surgeons in Mexico have to be ophthalmologists first, so this changes absolutely the management of eyelid diseases. An ophthalmologist will be able to diagnose problems affecting the eye globe and will also be capable of preventing and treating surgical adverse effects, always knowing the most important thing is to take care of the vision. We also have training in microscopic surgery, which is needed for managing problems that affect both the surface of the eye globe, the eyelids and even the orbit. Even in

trauma of the eyelids, the best option is to have the anatomy restored by an expert of the eyelids who can also rule out or diagnose and/or treat alterations in the eye globe. Dra. May was born and raised south of Mexico City. She attended medical school at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (U.N.A.M.). She did her residence at the Asociación para Evitar la Ceguera en México (A.P.EC.) which is a subspecialized ophthalmic hospital that has patients from all over the country. She then did a fellowship in the sub-specialty at the same hospital. As well, she rotated at the Ophthalmic-Oncology department in the Oncology building of the National Medical Center (Centro Médico Nacional, Siglo XXI) of the Mexican Institute for Social Security (I.M.S.S.). Pretty impressive, no? Her English is wonderful. She is an intelligent, beautiful woman and we welcome her with open arms (and open eyes!) to the area! Watch for upcoming speakers program with Dra. May. If you would like an appointment, just send me an email! We are in the countdown for Medical Matters 2019! Save the date! February 11, 2019 9am until 3pm. follow the event page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ events/228139144730906/ Here’s to a stimulating week!

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Welcome Home Sheryl Novak

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

Caring for your outdoor furniture

utdoor furniture is not cheap. It is essential to conduct regular maintenance to get the most value from your investment. There are many types of outdoor furniture frames and materials. Here are some of the best ways to keep your outdoor furniture looking new for years! Regular maintenance does not have to be a huge task. Most items only require an occasional wash with a solution of mild detergent and water. Rinse with clear water and dry thoroughly. To protect metal frames from harmful ultraviolet exposure and salt air, apply a fine, clear automobile wax. Although you can safely clean metal-framed outdoor furniture as often as you desire, it only needs to be cleaned about once every quarter. Some suntan and sun block products can be very harsh on resin, cushions and straps, mesh and vinyl. So be careful to check

the care instructions when you purchase your outdoor cushions. If you have teak furniture, you have the option to either treat the wood or leave it to age. Without treatment, teak will age in about nine months to a soft, silver-grey color. All wood species have imperfections so allowing eaving your teak to age also means it will develop more character. It is also common in areas with high humidity for the wood to expand and contract naturally. Don’t worry – the grain will stabilize once the rains abate. To clean teak, use a soft bristled brush and stroke lightly in the direction of the grain to remove dust. If there is dirt is embedded, you can wash it with a mild solution of four parts laundry detergent or dishwashing soap to one part bleach in water. Remember to rinse thoroughly and allow it to dry completely. If your outdoor furniture is manu-

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factured with vinyl straps, it is worth it to apply a quality vinyl protectant. Difficult stains can be removed using rubbing alcohol applied with a soft cloth. Outdoor furniture made with synthetic weaves is usually durable and weatherproof if they are made from extruded polyethylene resin weave. Be cautious of the lower grade plastic weaves that will crack within a few months in the sunlight here in Vallarta Nayarit. Most of the furniture at the big box stores now sell the plastic instead of the higher quality resin weave. Make sure to read the materials before you invest your hard-earned money on something that will last only one season. Light stains and soils in both synthetic weave and mesh outdoor furniture may be removed with a solution of mild detergent and water. Rinse with clear water and

dry thoroughly. Mildew and heavy stains can be removed with a quality commercial outdoor furniture cleaner. Tables made with stone and marble tops can be maintained by applying a stone-enhancing sealer every six months to protect and restore the ops. If you need to

remove a stain such as wine, soda, coffee or other organic spills, wipe up the spill immediately, wash with a mild detergent and rinse. Buying a new condo in Vallarta Nayarit? Email me at furniture@ solutionsmexico.com for tips on where to find the right furniture that lasts in our harsh environment.

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Vibes & Vices:

Rosa Jabalí

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don’t tend to spotlight too many Mexican restaurants in this space because...well, for one, if you really can’t find decent domestic cuisine around these parts you might have bigger problems than where to eat...but chiefly because it takes a lot for a place to stand out among the literal hundreds of options in town. I mean, there are only so many types of mole, right? Well, that attitude is directly what Kenny over at Rosa Jabalí aims to alter with this new establishment conveniently located just off Francisco Madera in Versalles. With the stated goal of turning out ¨Mexican cuisine without prejudice,¨ this vision of the country’s culinary culture is devoted to shattering old expectations of both cuisine and culture. The Vibes: My first surprise upon walking into the colorfully decorated space with my evaluation partner in tow was to find out that Kenny was a woman. Not that it makes a difference, it’s just kind of hard to guess someone’s gender in

emails without asking for pictures, which can quickly enter unprofessional territory. Having officially made her acquaintance, we selected a table by the front window so we could place a finger on the pulse of Calle Merida. The avenue was relatively quiet on a Monday night, and I felt it was a crime that the people in the second-best position to appreciate the savory scents already emanating from the kitchen were the tortured souls at the Crossfit gym next door. I got over it as the entries arrived. Freshly fried blue corn chips came alongside bean dip, a particularly tasty salsa, and some culinary proposition comprised of what I think was jicama and carrots in a tangy sauce. I´m not sure what it was, but I generally at least try whatever is served to me because I may end up as a planetary ambassador someday and I know I´m not going to recognize everything at the alien banquets.

This policy again served me well here, whatever it was tasted great. The Vices: A glass of Mexican tempranillo in hand, I browsed the menu for the possibilities. Hmm, the seared tuna with three-chili oil looks interesting, as does the taco with spicy pork and... octopus? okay yeah I´m liking the surf and turf action, but this ancho chile ribeye is talking to me and… wait, what’s this? A piping hot bowl of beef birria that I totally did not order had materialized on the table. ¨I always try to give my diners more than they expect.¨ smiled Kenny in warm and

rapid Spanish before disappearing into the kitchen again. The birria had a flavor that even I found difficult to describe without the most enthusiastic profanity, and I will leave you to fill in the blanks since you don´t work here. Anyway, I realize I may foment civil unrest by typing this sentence but it’s probably the best I´ve had in the country so far. Looking over my sidekick´s shoulder as she sipped agua jamaica with a touch of cinnamon, another welcome twist on a familiar favorite, I noticed the decoratively mustachio´d chef plating plates with the aid of a large pair of tweezers. Clearly the man took his aesthetics very seriously. It showed in the grand entrance of the main course, the restaurant’s signature Rosa Jabalí dish. A cut of wild boar rode in on a bed of seasoned rice, crowned appealingly with pickled onions and festively festooned with splashes of cranberry sauce. It was quite the show., you should really go see it. My evaluation partner found herself unable to finish her plate, which is when I was able to sample the pork belly, 4 thick chunks of slow-cooked pork accompanied by sweet potato puree and a habanero pineapple salsa with plenty of punch. Why else would one have a girlfriend besides extra bacon, I guess. Our meal finished, we began to gather ourselves to go, but not before a couple of selections from the dessert menu found their way to the table. My dining partner somehow found room for her offe-

ring, tender plantains served in a fantastic caramel sauce, and as I took a taste for professional reasons I understood why. My ice cream with cacao foam and raspberries made an impression as well with its intense chocolate flavor balanced by the fresher sweetness of fruit. All in all, the meal was sufficient to make me reach deep in my bag of adjectives...in fact, I think ¨superlative¨ itself fits perfectly. Dig it. The Verdict: Being that the restaurant literally just opened about a week ago, Rosa Jabalí is still one of the better kept secrets in Versalles, which if you ask me is an underrated part of town as a whole. I expect that to change quickly as more of the hungry and curious find their way to a different perspective on Mexican food. Maybe I´ll catch you there. Info: https://www.facebook.com/ RosaJabaliRestaurante/ Mérida 115 A, Versalles

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14 Aries: Watch out for arguments with flirt-buddies this week. No one needs to fight about what beach is the best, we all know it’s Yelapa, or is it Los Muertos, no – it’s Destiladeras. Leading into Friday, you experience a tremendous rush of positive energy that will help you start and finish a million different projects, especially around the house. Be sure to follow up on those impulses that hit you every few minutes, maybe visiting all your favourite beaches.

Taurus: Keep things really simple early this week. If someone tries to pressure you into thinking about the future, run away screaming. You can always come back later if you want to get serious. In fact, midweek you’re in a good place to think about taking things to another level. Take several days to really lay out your feelings. Perhaps take the time for beachfront yoga on Sunday morning.

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The Stars of Vallarta Slightly cheeky horoscopes to get you through the weekend

Gemini: You’re exactly where you want to be this week -- in the center of a million different fascinating discussions. You have troubles at home, probably involving some prized possession. Don’t let it get you down! Head out to the Saturday Farmer’s Market in Lazaro Cardenas Park in Old Town and treat yourself to new possessions! Your charming side is on display all weekend, and people will naturally gravitate toward you.

Cancer: There’s a lot of information slam-

ming into your brain this week, most of it. Don’t worry about soaking it all up right away -- just make sure you get the main points, and the rest will come. You and your intuition are big stars later in the week, when you’re suddenly able to understand most people on a deeper level than you’re used to. It’s a great time to step up to the plate and start new things, or new flings. If you go shopping this weekend, think twice (or more) before buying anything big, except maybe that condo at Acqua you’ve had your eye on – the market’s only getting hotter!

Leo: Early this week, you mix it up with a lot of different people who are full of

cool ideas. One particularly intense conversation might even lead to something considerably less intellectual – like late night mescal shots at La Casa de Hugo . Beware of your pride later in the week -- some random comment may feel like a slap in the face when it’s really just a throwaway line that means nothing. This weekend is yours to shine, when a recent achievement raises you into the ranks of local legends. Enjoy the attention and paparazzi.

Virgo: Choose your every word with care this week. People will appear to go out of their way to misunderstand you. All that will start to shake out by midweek. Toward the end of the week, you ought to find yourself totally energized by a party or conversation. Stay flexible with your friends and your dates throughout the weekend, bounce from Yo-Yo Mo’s to Jax to the Drunken Duck and back. Just go with it!

Libra: You and your friends will be all talk early this week, which usually means

no action. This time will be completely different, though. There will be so much new ground to cover along the nogolito hike to the waterfall and so many new faces to meet at the Sunday market in La Cruz that you’ll scramble to get it all done. Engage your creative side this weekend, and you’ll fill yourself with positive energy that might attract some welcome attention.

Scorpio: Pass on the first big impulse that comes your way this week. You’re not in a good place to take risks right now, so lie low, grab a coffee at La Isla and let the cuties come to you (and they will, if they know what’s good for them). You’ll have your mojo back and fully charged by end of the week, when you should be able to make up for lost time, and then some. Don’t push yourself too hard over the weekend, however, or you’ll end up getting stressed over nothing.

Sagittarius: You’ll be super busy this week, without much time to chill on your own. That’ll be fine by you, though, since the social energy around you

15 will be fun, fast-paced. You’ll be thinking big later in the week, as least as far as your emotional life is concerned, and you could even entertain thoughts of jumping into the ocean for a snorkel around the Marietas Islands. However that works out, you’ll have a big, fun weekend, and you’ll feel richer for having lived it.

Capricorn: Early this week, you find yourself involved in several big conversations that engage your mind in new ways. You don’t suddenly have a PhD in ‘Everything Studies,’ but you might make a good impression on the right person. Thursday and Friday are perfect for date – Barracudas on Playa Camarones is a great first date spot. Your social energy is powerful on those days, and your focus just right. It might feel like someone is asking too much of you over the weekend, but try to be flexible and compromise.

Aquarius: You have that crazy genius thing going for you, so work it hard this week and you’ll come out ahead of the game. Find a new way to get your message across memorably -- it won’t be difficult for you. Later in the week, especially Friday, you’ll need to stop overthinking things and just plunge ahead recklessly. The freedom from your inner censor will feel lovely. You’ll catch someone in a contradiction over the weekend, but you may decide to let slide for the sake of peace and quiet.

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re you ready to catch the hottest live show in town with a musical family that have hearts of gold? For the first time ever, Los Bambinos present two special performances with their musician father, Genaro Morales, on both Friday and Saturday night at 8pm at Bambinos Trattoria. For more than 15 years, the Morales Brothers have been a Puerto Vallarta favorite with their beautiful voices, 4 part harmonies and charismatic energy. Los Bambinos are excited to share their love of music which they learned from their father. Do not miss the chance to see these wonderful and heartfelt performances! Los Bambinos father Genaro Morales is essentially responsible for launching the musical career of his sons. He instilled a strong work ethic in them, and emphasized the importance of practicing discipline and working as a team to succeed. “It wasn’t easy having to practice guitar and vocals for two hours every day before we were able to go out and play on the street,” says son Lazzaro with a smile. Some of the songs that Genero will sing include Moliendo Cafe, Perhaps, Besame Mucho, El Bodeguero, and La Bikina among many other magnificent melodies that will mesmerize you and transport you to another time. Come and enjoy a wonderful dinner in a warm and cozy ambiance in the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town. Open for lunch and dinner from 3pm to 10pm Monday through Saturday, Bambinos Trattoria serves a variety of tasty dishes including fresh pastas, mouth watering pizzas and satisfying main entrees. Bambinos Trattoria is simply the place to hear fantastic live music, and enjoy a delicious meal at the same time with shows starting at 8pm. CHECK OUT THIS WEEK’S SHOW WITH LOS BAMBINOS:

Picses: Okay, so you thought you knew what was really going on. But sometime this week that clarity will dissolve into a million different competing notions in your head. Sounds like you should check out Lobo with Latcho and Andrea for their show on January 20th at Incanto. Let it slide, because by the weekend, the planet’s emotional energy will closely resemble yours, and you’ll be able to enjoy the mystery without worrying too much about actually solving it.

Monday and Tuesday Night 8pm | Beatlemania The Beatles Who doesn’t love the Beatles? Get ready to sing along to your favorites as the brothers put their one of a kind spin on songs from the classic English rock superstars. Wednesday Night 8pm | Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Perfect for date night, this touching and powerful show highlights each of the brother’s unique and dazzling voices for a perfor-

mance that you and your sweetie can enjoy together. Thursday Night 8pm | Legends of Rock and Roll Let loose and let the good times roll on Thursdays with Los Bambinos as you enjoy classic rock tunes and inspirational lyrics. Friday and Saturday Night 8pm | Latin Party (Special Performance This Week on Friday and Saturday Starring Los Bambinos father, Genaro Morales)

Things will heat up on Friday and Saturday nights when latin hits rule. Let Los Bambinos add an extra pep in your step with some spicy tunes that really hit the spot. Don’t miss both of these exceptionally special performances with Los Bambinos father and musical inspiration, Genaro Morales. Reserve your seats now and get ready to experience a touching evening of the most emblematic songs. Get ready to savor an

amazing dinner and a fascinating show with Los Bambinos. See you at Bambinos Trattoria! Don’t miss Happy Hour at Bambinos Trattoria! Happy Hour from 3-6pm: Get a 2x1 Margarita, beer or Daiquiri everyday from 3pm to 6pm. PLUS Get 1 order of Bruschettas + 1 Margarita or beer + 1 artisanal ice cream for only $249 pesos! Valid from 3pm to 6 pm only. Bambinos Trattoria is a great place to enjoy fresh Italian Food, prepared by a team of talented Chefs. Open Monday - Saturday with a complete menu, Bambinos Trattoria is located at Aguacate #314, on the corner of Carranza street in Old Town Puerto Vallarta (just before Mundo de Azulejos on Carranza). Bring your friends and family and reserve your table early for the best seat in the house. VIP section available in front right near the main stage. Seating for each show begins at 6:30 and shows start at 8pm. Visa and Mastercard accepted. Information and tickets at www.losbambinosmusic.com or call for a reservation (322) 222-4357, English spoken. Don’t miss this must-see show!

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8th Int’l Charro Championships Coming

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

Meat or Veggie Patty

eat or veggie patty anyone? If you’ve ever wondered how to create a plant-based version of some of our favorite meat foods, here is a version of the delicious breakfast sausage patties we’re so accustomed to eating. Of course, this can be made into smaller chunks if you would like. I added it to a nice bowl of Peruvian beans with sautéed spinach, avocado and a splash of lime - Yum! Here is the recipe: Step 1: Ingredients needed 1/2 cup textured vegetable protein, I use soy protein. 1/2 cup water (very hot) 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 cup oat bran ( you can blend oats in high speed blender to achieve this)

2 tbsp nutritional yeast 2 tbsp ground flax seeds (flax meal) 1/2 tsp fennel seeds, whole 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional) 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp dried sage 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup water (or more as needed) 3 tbsp soy sauce or Bragg Liquid Aminos 1 tsp maple syrup or agave 1/2 tsp blackstrap molasses 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes In a medium-sized bowl, put the vegetable protein and hot water together, mix and set aside to soak for 7 to 10 minutes.

Add all of the dry ingredients to the bowl and stir thoroughly to combine. Add the wet ingredients - soy sauce, maple syrup and molasses ( if you can’t find molasses, add a bit more maple syrup or agave) and mix together. Let mixture sit for approximately 15 minutes. This allows the flavors and ingredients to combine. Next, add 1 to 2 tbsp oil (coconut or grapeseed oil) Forming the patties: Using your hands, form into patties 1/2 inch thick and 2 inches wide. You can form them into whatever shape you want. For example, if you wanted to add chunks of “sausage” to a soup, you could shape the mixture into smaller pieces. *This recipe makes enough for eight 1 1/2-ounce patties. To cook the patties, heat a large stainless steel pan over medium to medium-high heat. Once hot, add the oil and then the patties. Fry the patties on the first side until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes and then flip. Turn the heat down to low and finish cooking the second side. The patties are done when they are heated through and crisp and golden on the outside. Note: You can also bake using no oil and placing patties on a cooking sheet at about 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 to 20 minutes. This recipe was slightly modified from Rouxbe Cooking Schools plant-based program.

ighteen of the best Charro teams in Mexico and twelve teams from the United States will gather at Arena Vallarta from January 30 to February 3, 2019, to compete in the Octavo Campeonato Internacional Charro Puerto Vallarta (Eighth Puerto Vallarta International Charro Championship). Recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2016, the Charrería, or Charro is an authentic celebration of the traditional Mexican Charro lifestyle, and very much a part of Jalisco’s living heritage. A festive and colorful rodeo, riders donned in traditional costumes exhibit skills at horse reining, bull riding, livestock roping and other equestrian talents, the Charrería is considered Mexico’s national sport and is not only an art form, but a sport with strict rules and substantial prizes. The festivities begin at 8:30 pm on January 30 with the traditional Verbena de Tradiciones Mexicanas

at Los Arcos del Malecón in downtown Puerto Vallarta, where you’ll enjoy free live music and dance performances, lasso demonstrations, and other activities. The Charro competitions will be held from January 31st through February 3rd at Arena Vallarta, located approximately 40 mins from downtown Vallarta. Entrance fees are $100 pesos a day on Thursday & Friday. On Saturday and Sunday the $200 ticket price includes musical performances. Children under the age of 12 accompanied by paying adults get in free. If you can’t make it out to Arena Vallarta to see the competitions, you can see the Charros and their horses on February 1st during the Tradicional Maleconeada (Traditional Charro Parade down the Malecón) which starts in front of Hotel Rosita at 11:00 pm and ends at the Zoo Bar in downtown Puerto Vallarta after midnight. For a schedule of events, visit arenavallarta.com.

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Antioxidants and You

ntioxidants began to be more understood in the 90’s when scientists realized the effects of free radicals on cancer development, arthrosclerosis (plaque filled arteries) and many other chronic conditions. Antioxidants are powerful substances that are mostly derived from the fresh veggies and fruits we eat. Antioxidants prohibit (and can prevent) the oxidation of other molecules in our bodies. The reason that antioxidants are so important for good health is because if free radicals are left on their own they can create a wide range of chronic diseases and illnesses. What is a Free Radical? Oxidative stress occurs when an oxygen molecule splits into single atoms with unpaired electrons, which are called free radicals. Our bodies are under constant attack from oxidative stress, and when the oxygen in the body splits into single atoms that have unpaired electrons (electrons like to be in pairs) these atoms, called Free Radicals, search the body to seek out other electrons so they can become a pair. This causes

damage to our cells, proteins and DNA. Free Radicals are considered as waste products from various chemical reactions in the cell, that when are built up can harm the cells of our bodies. Our bodies naturally produce free radicals as well as the antioxidants to counteract their damaging effects. Unfortunately, most of the time free radicals are outnumbered from the naturally occurring antioxidants, which is why it’s important to eat more antioxidants. Antioxidants benefit the body by neutralizing and removing the Free Radicals from the blood stream, as well as the process of donating an electron to the Free Radical. Once Free Radicals form, they can create a “chain reaction”, where the first free radical pulls an electron from a molecule, destabilizes the molecule, and turns it into a free radical. Then that molecule tanks an electron from another molecule, destabilizes it and turns it into another free radical (Rice University). The domino effect disrupts and damages whole cells, and may lead to broken cell membranes

which are what allow what enters and exits the cell, and changes the lipids (organic compounds that are fatty acids or their derivates), which also makes it more likely to become trapped in an artery (Harvard). The damaged cells can mutate and grow tumors, or can also change the DNA code. Oxidative Stress occurs when there are too many free radicals and cellular damage of proteins, lipids and nucleic acids.

Oxidative Stress also plays a role in many of unhealthy conditions such as cardiovascular disease, some cancers, alcoholism, emphysema, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, macular degeneration as well as ulcers and all inflammatory diseases like arthritis and lupus. Free Radials can also lead to aging as they change the DNA’s instructional code, which causes our new cells to grow incorrectly, which lead to aging. With this stated, some Free Radicals are also needed in our bodies they aid in our ability to turn air and food into chemical energy depends on a chain reaction of free radicals, and are also an important part of our immune systems as they float through the veins and attack foreign invaders. Free radicals are formed as a natural process of our bodies, including eating and breathing. However, when you are exposed to toxic household chemicals and cigarette smoke, car exhaust etc…(you get the picture), one can clearly understand why the ratio of antioxidants VS free radicals are a concern, and why ingesting antioxidants are so

important when it comes to our health and wellness. Different Antioxidants for Different Issues: There are certainly a wide range of natural antioxidants found in nature, and studies suggest that is it is more effective and safer to receive antioxidants through whole (organic in my opinion) foods rather than supplements. Supplements taken in large doses may interact with certain medications, or create other medical issues. If you choose supplements, please check with your doctor first. Different antioxidants affect different parts of our bodies, so if you have current issues check those potentials out. Powerhouse high-octane foods that contain the most antioxidants are pecans, blueberries, strawberries, artichokes, walnuts, goji berries, raspberries, kale; all kinds of beans – kidney, black, pinto, red beans, and all greens. Antioxidants are plentiful in fruits and veggies, so get creative and enjoy these delicious whole foods, and become more conscious about creating your health and wellness, and happiness. INJOY!

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Celebration time at El Parque de los Azulejos! By Emily Murray

ear ye, hear ye! It’s been a long time coming at El Parque de los Azulejos, we’re pleased to inform you that the first round of Celebration Tiles are here! These personalized commemorative tiles are one of our favorite parts of the Tile Park project, because this is you putting a little piece of your heart and soul into it. It’s your specific touch, a glimpse of what you hold dear: your beloved dog’s memory, or a golden wedding anniversary. Perhaps it’s the memory of your bachelorette party, or the night you became engaged. There are many poignant reasons to mark a specific time in your life’s story, and we love hearing the stories as much as we love giving them a special place in the park. If you’ve purchased a tile, look for it to be on display soon! That’s not all we have to celebrate at the Parque. Last week we completed the first of many

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on’t you just love it when you see artists touching up the older works of art that grace the streets of Puerto Vallarta? Yes, the life span of these murals needs some tender loving care every few years and I appreciate whoever is responsible, if there is anyone, that does that job making sure touch-ups occur before it’s too late. One of my favorite themes is that of fish and the ocean. I always loved the thesis of the Russian movie called Solaris, 1972, which was based on Stanisław Lem’s novel of the same name published in 1961. The mind and brain of the planet is the world oceans. “What a concept!” I thought when I was a young hippie. Years later I read a book that might confirm the original thesis. According to Masaru Emoto, a Japanese author who wrote the book, The Hidden Messages in Water, 1999 said that, “human consciousness has an effect on the molecular structure of water”. Emoto’s conjecture evolved over the years, and his early work revolved around the hypotheses that water could react to positive thoughts and words and that polluted water could be cleaned through prayer and positive visualization. So with that food for thought, you can see these two wonderful works of ART around downtown Puerto Vallarta. The woman in the ocean is wonderful because the colours bring me peace. It is graced by repairman Eduardo Cordoba who has a tattoo on his chest of what he calls his other mother. His first love is the ocean as well. This is located at Calle Venezeula & Colombia. The image of angry fish is located near Teatro Vallarta on Calle Peru.

If the above hypothesis are correct, the fish have all kinds of reasons to be upset with us careless unthoughtful humans, as we contaminate the oceans. For the record, it is my personal theory that when mass amounts of any species i.e. the Fish are exterminated, then nature will find a way to exterminate the species responsible for this. I think the interconnection between all our DNA’s has a built in protection mechanism, so regardless of how smart we might be, nature will deal with us in a very unfriendly way because we are not doing right for our fabulous home, this planet called Earth. If you know of any Murals you would like to direct me to outside downtown PV. You can address them to algis.kemezys@gmail.com Subject: Puerto Vallarta Street Art.

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e rang in the new year with pizzazz and are experiencing an exciting beginning to 2019! The streets are getting busier and busier as people arrive from cold climates to bask in the sun and the other pleasures offered here

in Puerto Vallarta. The local music scene is no exception. Since this time last year the talented young men of Media Luna have created a stir, setting the town on fire with their energetic sounds. Back for the season from San Miguel de Allende they

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Sunday afternoons at the refreshing outdoor Babel Bar located at the far end of the River Cuale Island from 1-3. The very popular and fiery flamenco group Tatewari has a series of concerts scheduled in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle January 28, February 11 and March 11 at Tree House Bar where they will enchant us with the original and traditional pieces we already love and the breathtaking original compositions from their brand new CD. Esaú Galván master flamenco guitarist of the group plays solo at Babel Bar Tuesdays from 1-3 (often accompanied by his friend and mentor the renowned flamenco guitarist Wolfgang “Lobo” Fink). Recently, I took in the new show of Fernando Gonzales’ new incarnation of his band Piel

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are driving crowds wild on Thursday nights at Incanto Cabaret Theater, (Insurgentes 109,) at 7:00 PM. There they treat us to their own compositions, beautiful renditions of traditional Mexican and huapango music as well as some pretty exciting rock. Last week Jair surprised us with his arrangement of Carlos Santana’s Europa on electric guitar, while Caleb treated us to his beautiful rendition of Peruvian classic “La Flor de la Canela”. They are in great form and have added the Renteria cousins on percussion and guitar/voice plus special invited guests for their wonderful performances. Stop by Incanto from 4:00 on for tickets. One can also enjoy Media Luna from 6-8 PM at Cuates y Cuetes next to the pier in Zona Romantica on Tuesdays and Saturdays and on

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Quality of Education Doesn’t Matter

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uality of Education Doesn’t Matter” was a headline in an article in the Guardian describing the state of education in Mexico. According to the article Mexico ranks last in education among the 35 Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries. Mexican children leave school with the worst literacy, math and science skills. The poorest children in Vietnam outperform the most privileged in Mexico. Volcanes is one of the poorest colonias (suburbs) in Puerto Vallarta but the people have formed a very close and co-operative community around the after-school project for their kids. Volcanes is less than a 30-minute drive from the golden beaches and beautiful living conditions we enjoy here. Volcanes’s government-run elementary school is meant to have English-speaking teachers

to teach English. It doesn’t. It should have a computer class. It doesn’t. It should have a reading and writing intervention class to help students who are behind. It doesn’t. It should have a library. It doesn’t. Who cares? Well, the Director of the school does and so does the community. Eight years ago, in 2011, a joint effort between the Volcanes Parents Association, the staff and Director of the elementary school, local government leaders and someone who just wants to help Mexican kids, Art Fumerton, resulted in the creation of the Volcanes Community Education Project (VCEP) and now it is thriving. VCEP was given free access to an old, derelict school building with five small classrooms. Fund raising by Art Fumerton and voluntary work by members of the Volcanes community saw the installation of windows, flooring, fans and electrical outlets in the classrooms, sinks and toilets in

the toilets, grass and trees in the dirt outside. Now, after much more fundraising and volunteer help, VCEP offers “after-school” help to over 400 children a week (The elementary school double-shifts like many Mexican schools with shifts going from 7:00 to 1:00 and 2:00 to 8:00) VCEP employs five full-time teachers, including one who helps kids achieve their grade level in writing; the computer lab has twenty laptops for the students in grades three through twelve; Internet is available in all classrooms; English is taught by English speaking teachers from grades two through twelve and there is a well-stocked library. VCEP teachers and the elementary school staff co-ordinate closely in deciding the programs needed. All of these tremendous results have been achieved without any government financing. All costs are met by donations from local businesses and help from readers like you. The International Friendship Club (IFC) has been supporting VCEP since its earliest days by helping with teachers’ salaries. If you would like to give a hand up to a child who just wants a decent education you can. Please click on http://www.volcanesproject.com/ want-to-help/becas-sponsorshipof-a-child-s-education. $300USD a year, or less than a dollar a day (tax-deductible in Canada), can change a child’s life without changing yours. The quality of education DOES matter!

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SPCA of Puerto Vallarta By Janice Gonzalez

e sure to stop by and say hello to one of our terrific volunteers who staff our “booth” at the Olas Altas Farmers Market. While there be sure and check out the merchandise we have available for a nominal donation. The caps are quite a hit this season as are our 2019 calendars. Thanks so much in advance for your purchases and donations. It is a win-win for everyone! When you make a purchase you are making a donation to our organization to ensure our continued success rescuing the abused and abandoned dogs here in Vallarta. We have scheduled tours to our sanctuary, by reservation only, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you have your own transportation, please let us know. To reserve a spot on a tour, contact us at spcapv@gmail.com. We appreciate any donations you can bring for our rescues and if going to the sanctuary, please feel free to bring treats for the staff as they truly appreciate it. Those items we ALWAYS need include: collars, 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/. You can drop off any donations for the SPCA at Hacienda San Angel located at Calle Miramar 336, above Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in El Centro. Get involved…rescue, adopt, foster, volunteer, donate or educate. You can learn more about the SPCA Puerto Vallarta by checking us out at www.spcapv.com/home or on Facebook.

ADORABLE DOG IN THE SPOTLIGHT CINDER by Janice Gonzalez

h boy…this girl is totally irresistible. She is also drawn to her people like a magnet. Cinder is a Labrador mix, 9 months old weighing 37 pounds. Cinder is friendly and loving and would make a great family dog as she is good with

cats, dogs and people. She loves cuddles and with a medium high energy level enjoys lots of playtime. Cinder has been spayed, dewormed and vaccinated. She is now available for adoption and we are taking applications. Contact us at spcapv@ gmail.com and fill out an application if you are interested in adopting Cinder.

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Beautiful Homes with Generous Owners

uerto Vallarta has some stunningly beautiful homes and some of their owners are kind enough to open them for visitors who take the IFC Home Tours on Tuesday or Wednesday mornings. Seating is limited so it is best to buy your tickets ahead of time at www.ifctoursforvallarta.com or at the IFC office, which is at the northeast corner of the bridge where Insurgentes crosses the Rio Cuale, between, 9:00am and 1:30pm, Monday to Friday. The tickets cost $700 pesos and all of the profits are used to help the 30 charities and programs that the International Friendship Club (IFC) supports. Our comfortable, air-conditioned buses will take you to three or four interesting villas and condos

that might be perched high in the hills of Conchas Chinas, clinging to the cliffs above Banderas Bay or nestled behind high walls and surrounded by gardens close to the market in the colonia of Emiliano Zapata. Tours last about three hours and require the ability to walk on cobbled streets and to climb quite a few stairs. You will enjoy the commentary of our knowledgeable docents who will be able to answer all your questions about the homes, life in Puerto Vallarta and the International Friendship Club (IFC). The tours start at the Sea Monkey Restaurant that is at the foot of Aquiles Serdan and right on the beach. Tickets can also be purchased there on the day of the tour, anytime between 9:00 and 10:15. The buses leave at 10:30.

Toys For Tots Delivers 8,000 Smiles

or the 21st consecutive year, Toys for Tots Vallarta delivered more than 8,000 toys on Three Kings Day to some of the neediest kids in the Puerto Vallarta area. Delivery routes fanned out in all directions, from North to South, and inland along the Rio Cuale. Manning the routes were volunteers from the Navy League, Marriott CasaMagna Resort and Spa, the U.S. Consular Agency and many others from the community at-large. Smiles were abundant as the caravans approached local kindergardens (Jardins de Nino) in community after community. Boys were mostly given toy cars and trucks, while girls received dolls or plush animals. Of course there was some trading going on as a few girls preferred

cars, while some boys preferred plush animals. Each school was also given 5-10 soccer balls to be used by all students during recess breaks. Each school was also presented with coloring books and crayons to be used by the teachers as teaching aids. So not only were the kids extremely excited, but the teachers as well !! Support from the business and philanthropic communities was again tremendous. Lead sponsors, with us for all 21 years, included the Marriott CasaMagna Resort and Spa, and Vista Vallarta Golf Club. Other generous sponsors included Coldwell Banker La Costa Real Estate, Honda, Richard R. Reed Foundation, Patron Tequila, Vidanta and many other small businesses. See you all next year!!

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Hurray For Hollywood By Kandace Andriadis

n the beach by the bay where the malecon winds today, at age six, I would while away the hours at Vallarta’s first movie theatre, with three antiquated crumbling roofless walls, under an open-air canopy of an icy crescent silver moon and endless stars. Oftentimes drifts of raindrops would splatter on captivated faces. The theater was located beside the local granaries, where one would have to be wary of the boa constrictors occasional visits under the onlookers often bare feet. Today, Vallarta is home to many local ‘stars’ who strut their stuff at the theater and music venues along the streets of the popular Old Town neighborhood. Act II Entertainment gushes with the most effusive new talents. The Little Shop of Horrors, director Harvey Corman’s brainchild is taking the town to its

knees with roars of frolicking laughter. Berated for his gauche B-rated thrillers Corman was simultaneously hailed for his eye for new talent and beauty. He put

Nicolson on the map in his Little Shop of Horrors, and made Jack a household name. Vallarta became Corman’s backdrop for his latest fish thriller, Dynashark where he filmed many of Vallarta’s ‘beautiful people’ amidst slivers of her shimmering seas, pangas, and ”champagne-takes.” Once the 300 takes were over bottles of Moet Chandon were effusively distributed to both cast and crew. At Nacho Daddy, Mikki Prost performs as Billie Holiday, and effectively bites off a new twist and spin on the South’s most loved legend - the first black woman, whose fight with addiction and sorrow still managed to transcend racial barriers, becoming the Big Apple’s first singer to effectively expose the reality of the deep south. An accomplished storyteller, Mikki is clad in a form-fitting Calvin Klein gown, laced in Harry Winston jewels, and onlookers are mesmerized by her star prowess.

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Last, but not least on our top picks is the 3 o’clock, Sunday matinee of Rogers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella’ at Act II. This classic fairy tale with a twist, features one of Vallarta’s up and coming singers and choreographers. Lead Steven Recheless hales as one of the of the top pole dancers in the world today. Touted by Sharon Osborn on Americas’ Got talent as one of most up and coming artists, this

star and alluring cast of characters, thrills young and old alike. You’re sure to leave with stardust in your eyes with the titillating melodies and hilarious antidotes of a fairytale, and sets and costumes heaven would revere! As our curtain closes, I wish to hale the three ringmasters whose venues have given our new ingénues license to shine; Sean of Nacho Daddy’s, Tracy Parks of Incanto and Danny Mininni of Act II Entertainment. Bravo!

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Planting the seeds of Flamenco Guitar Music in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle By Christie Seeley vallartasounds.com

hen we think of the mid 60’s and early 70’s we often envision psychedelic rock music and flower children of San Francisco but that was not all that was taking place. During that special period there existed a freedom of expression and a desire to break away from established norms that inspired people all over the world to do something different. Many young Americans took Greyhound buses across the country and boarded freighters to cross the Atlantic and join throngs

of young people exploring and experimenting in exotic destinations of Europe, Greece, Turkey, and other far off countries. Living the frugal and often communal lifestyle of youth hostels, camping and hitch hiking, what they learned was certain to influence their communities when they returned home or where ever they eventually landed. In the early 70’s Wolfgang “Lobo” Fink and Latcho Bartelsen, a pair of young Bavarian youths equipped with guitars and a burning desire to know more of what lay outside their communities met and undertook a journey to Spain to study guitar

with the famed Gypsy musicians of Sacromonte in Granada. “Learning guitar” with the Roma people was not a matter of taking classes. It consisted of hanging out and playing with them, usually all night long and into the wee hours. In this way, Latcho and Lobo studied and learned the culture and music of the fascinating Roma people. Playing music on street corners and small cafes, marinas and beach clubs to support their hippie lifestyle the two traveled all over southern Spain —Torremolinos, Marbella, Puerto Banus, Almuñecar, and Malaga. Returning to Bavaria they formed a group called Leilo in Germany and while performing throughout the country, Lobo and Latcho instigated a Rumba Flamenco wave in Europe long before the world had heard of the group Gipsy Kings. Lobo went on to conquer the world with his guitar in 1979 and playing from Germany to Italy ended up in Oaxaca, Mexico where he started his solo career as a guitarist. He met his wife Diana and in 1989 the two were hired as a guitar duo at the Faro in the Marina

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Vallarta, by Jose Luna the owner of Mamma Mia Restaurant in San Miguel de Allende. Lobo met the talented violinist Willie Royal of San Miguel and of Sarasota, Florida, and together they started a long and successful relationship taking them as far as Hollywood where, in search of international fame, they signed their first record deal as Willie and Lobo. Meanwhile Latcho’s career had its own trajectory, which brought him and his wife Andrea to La Cruz de Huanacaxtle in 1992. He and Andrea replaced Willie and Lobo at the Mamma Mia Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. After 15 years of touring all over the world Lobo returned to La Cruz, harvesting his crop of local students who had turned into accomplished guitar players including the young Esaú Galván, and reuniting with his old pal Latcho to recreate their initially signature sound in the upcoming project PRIMAL GROOVE by Latcho and Lobo. I caught Latcho and Lobo’s performance in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on Monday the 14th, the day after seeing Lobo with

his protege Esaú in concert at Incanto in Puerto Vallarta. Both performances were stunning. It was exciting to see the interaction between the two generations of players, Lobo and Esaú, and wonderful to witness the melding of the talents of two old friends who started on this path together so long ago. Latcho and Lobo will perform together again in Puerto Vallarta at Incanto, (Insurgentes 109 on the River Cuale) on January 20 and February 10, and Esaú will join Lobo in La Cruz on January 21 and February 2. Flamenco music and Gypsy Rumba have flourished in the Puerto Vallarta area mostly thanks to the influence of these talented and inspired musicians who set out to learn something new so long ago and after 40 years continue to spread their knowledge and love of the music to us today and to future generations. You don’t want to miss hearing them play once again together. (To learn more about Gypsy and flamenco music, see “Flamenco and Gypsy Guitar, an Evolution” in a previous issue of Vallarta Tribune.)

Christ Church by the Sea Celebrated Epiphany with Donations to Local Charities By George Fulton

T Fr. Bob speaking with children. Presentation of check l.to r. Rev. Canon Robert Webster; Janet Hoffman, Senior Warden; Arturo Atalya, Director Pasitos de Luz; Dana Faris, Treasurer; Sandra Nichol, Corazon de Nina; children from Corazon and George Fulton, Junior Warden.

he congregation of Christ Church by the Sea celebrated Epiphany in recognition of the Magi bearing gifts to the Christ Child by giving the offering from their Christmas Eve service to two local charities. Pasitos de Luz, represented by Arturo Ayala, Director, and Corazon de Nina by Sandra Nichol were each presented a $10,000.00 pesos check by Treasurer Dana Faris. Rev. Canon

Robert Webster shared the story of El Dia de los Reyes with the children from the parish and Corazon de Nina explaining the meaning of the Magi traveling to honor the child and the gifts they brought. The members and weekly visitors of Christ Church felt great humility in recognizing the magnitude of love and care these organizations provide the children of God in Puerto Vallarta and are honored to share in a small part of it.

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Pasitos de Luz Fashion Show a Huge Success!

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Comings and Goings

By Barb Bremner

ashion Show Fun! What an amazing day at River Cafe for the 6th annual Pasitos De Luz fashion show!! We sold out more than 220 tickets for the show in a few days in late November. Last Saturday afternoon everything came together in what turned out to be a great day for everyone and especially the Pasitos De Luz kids. The auction items were very popular and they helped us achieve a RECORD BREAKING fashion show total of $202,100 pesos with a few more donations still to come in. Special mention to Beatrice from Fireworks who made a Pasitosde Luz donation jar that we collected $10,961 pesos in and to Kathleen Carrillo who won and donated her half of the 50/50 draw back to Pasitos De Luz! Huge thanks go to Caroline Caliz of Caroline Del Mar Designs, Cassandra Shaw jewelry, Luis Angel and staff from Salon Malecon, Martha for her work on nails and modelling, LILA Bolsas, Amy Armstrong with Fernando and Pepe, the volunteers, attendees

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C and the models who were outstanding Tricia Lyman, Lisa Wallace, Sam Cress , Cindy Corty, Carmen Wharton, Tish Holloway, Norma Railsback , and Special models Yolanda Sanchez and Aby. We are grateful for everyone who helped make this event a success!

Schedule of Festivities in Honour of Our Lady of Peace In Bucerias January 15 – 24, 2019

or 10 days starting January 15 until the 24th the town of Bucerias celebrates their patron saint. Every morning at 6 a.m. the traditional Mañanitas are sung, and every evening starting at 8 p.m. there will be a cultural-musical festival at the main plaza. During this time there are religious processions with early morning and evening mass and a carnival takes over the streets of centro with games of chance, rides, music and more. It is a loud, boisterous ten days that brings to community together and ends with a colourful parade of decorated fishing boats sailing across from La Cruz to receive blessings from the church. On Thursday, January 24 is the final day of celebration. Expect many fireworks and cuates (very loud rockets) to explode through the day and night. Secure your pets and make sure they are properly tagged for easy return f they should

get scared and run. Day of Celebration – January 24 5am – Morning prayers to the Holy Virgin 6am – Mass 8:30am – Pilgrimage procession of all Parish children 11am – Arrival of pilgrims by flotilla from La Cruz de Huanacaxtle 12noon – Mass co -celebrated by all priests and deacons in the area 6pm – Pilgrimage 7pm - Mass

omings: Thursday, January 17, and Sunday, January 20th, 6 – 8:30 pm, Rodolfo, Vallarta’s blind tenor entertains at Coco Tropical Restaurant on the beach in Old Town. Excellent food, dancing, and sunsets all season long. Friday, January 18, 6 pm. Rodolfo sings in three languages in Demetro Galeria on Lazaro Cardenas across from the park in Old Town Vallarta. Saturday, January 19th, 7 pm, Will Chalmers’ Tribute to Garth Brooks at Incanto. This is a tough one! Everyone who knows me knows how much I love country and western music. Not. However, I did see a different Garth Brooks tribute at El Rio a couple of seasons back. I honestly don’t know if the guy even opened his mouth – that’s how great his body was. SOOOOO, when I saw a Garth Brooks Tribute at Incanto, I immediately wrote the date in pen in my book. Last week I read Merv Buchanan’s assessment of this new Garth Brooks Tribute and lo and behold! It stars Will Chalmers who I totally adore. My guess is, Will won’t be nearly naked onstage, but he is such a professional that Garth Brooks fans had better pony up fast for tickets because it will be a brilliant tribute to the man’s

MUSIC. A full report next week. Sunday, January 20th, 7 pm, Primal Groove with Lobo and Latcho & Andrea at Incanto. I saw this mind-blowing concert last season. These three Germans hung out with the gypsies to learn their music in the south of France and Spain 40 years ago and come back together and relive a wild, musical time in their lives and share it with us. If you love a little ‘listen-tothis’ back and forth, slightly competitive guitarists trying to outdo each other, then run to this: It was and will be a concert that will live in your heart as warmly as it does in theirs. If Incanto doesn’t burn down from the intensity! Wednesday, January 23rd, 7 pm, Michael Danckert’s Tribute to Roy Orbison. I mentioned last week that I had the privilege of being at Michael’s debut of Roy Orbison a couple of season’s back. Michael’s ability to sustain a different voice and change his entire style and demeanor on stage is bloody spooky! He was a super Mick Jagger with that cocky edge to his voice that only Mick has but – if you compare the quality of Mick Jagger’s to Roy Orbison’s voice there can be only one winner, and it’s not Mick Jagger. Roy’s voice was unique – lusciously deep as velvet then soaring to places no grown man’s voice should go and Michael nails every song. Bring

Kleenex to this one. And Michael accompanies himself on guitar; I nearly forgot. …and Goings Saturday, January 19th, Tony Collantez last show date at Art VallARTa on Pilitas. What a lovely job Nathalie and her crew did to display Tony’s latest works around the pool at the San Franciscan Hotel that is attached to Art VallARTa. Sales were brisk on Opening Night, Tony was quietly happy with the turnout and all the attention. He is indeed a masterful painter. The brilliant colors are so perfectly laid down in stripes and curves – one painting that took Tony the longest to complete made me feel like I was riding a roller coaster on the top of a tsunami. Heady stuff. A Charity Fashion Show for Pasitos de Luz/Casa Conner was held at the River Café. Over 200 women ate like queens and were treated to fashions by Caroline Del Mar Collective with jewelry by Cassandra Shaw. The outstanding hair, nails and makeup were done by Salon Malecon. I didn’t recognize Tricia Lyman! And Barb Bremner, on the Board of Directors for Pasitos de Luz and Fundraising Coordinator for the past six years was stunning right down to her false eyelashes! Amy Armstrong dropped by to sing for us with half of Piel Canela, (catch their show at Nacho Daddy). When the show was done, over 200,000 pesos were raised for Pasitos de Luz and Casa Connor. If you missed it – and an aside here – this show was sold out in November!, there is another coming up February 2 at River Café. More on this next week. Finally, Lobo and Esau played to a jam-packed, Flamenco aficionado audience last Sunday night at Incanto. Lobo visits Vallarta so rarely his shows always sell out. What a joy to watch and listen to his tales of gypsies and their exciting music. And Esau – Lobo’s student when Esau was barely 13 years old and wanted to know how Lobo played the way he did. As Lobo said, he planted a seed, and it became a tree. The tree’s name is Tatawari, Esau’s group in his hometown of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. You can catch Tatawari at CC’s and at Babel Bar. Esau and Lobo played non-stop for more than an hour; the audience could not get enough of the improvisations and would have kept the two playing into the night but for another show. Two standing ovations and a room full of people exhilarated from watching two brilliant musicians share what they love to do.

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Incanto Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary with the stars!

Spencer Day, Natalie Douglas, Lobo, Latcho and Andrea, Zoe Lewis, ‘Cher’ (Thirsty Burlington) and many more!

ncanto will celebrate their Two-Year Anniversary on Jan. 20. The all-day event will feature many of Incanto’s roster of entertainers with special guests, drink specials and some fun surprises. “It’s no accident that Lobo and Latcho and Andrea along with Zoe Lewis will perform on our anniversary night“, owner Tracy Parks states. “They are two of my

parent’s favorites and since it’s their 55th wedding anniversary a few days later, it just made sense!” The UK’s, Zoë Lewis plays jazz, jump jive, Latin grooves, swing, international folk, and funk originals on everything from the piano to the spoons! Vaudevillian, storyteller, and singer-songwriter, she has toured with Judy Collins,

FARMERS MARKET: Saturday: Olas Altas at the park Lázaro Cárdenas de 9:00am a 2:00pm. Sunday: La Cruz de Huanacaxtle in the Marina de 9:00am a 2:00pm. Monday: Guayabitos Nayarit de 9:00am a 2:00pm. Tuesday: Nvo Vallarta in the Paradise Village de 9:00am a 2:00pm. Jueves: Marina Vallarta de 5:00pm a 10:00pm

Pat Benatar, and The Indigo Girls. Her original music is upbeat, amusing and perfect for all ages. Zoe will partner with Zoe & Leon and Stolie for a couple of shows. Details to be announced. Ticketed events in the piano bar Jan. 20 Mar. 20. At 7:30pm. Internationally renowned flamenco artists, Wolfgang ‘Lobo’ Fink (Willie & Lobo) Latcho Barte-

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lson of ‘The Blond Gypsies’ with special guest, Andrea, reunite after 40 years for two presentations of ‘Primal Groove’ on Jan. 20 and Feb.10 at 7pm. This will be a completely spontaneous session with the pounding rhythms of three guitars.“Primal Groove” will enter your body and soul! Get ready! Reserve early. In a career spanning more than twenty-five years, Provincetown’s Scott Townsend, aka Thirsty Burlington, is regarded as one of the finest celebrity impersonators in the world. In his signature show, Cher, Live!, he raises the bar to new heights, mesmerizing audiences with all live vocals, gorgeous costumes, and hilarious comedy! “You do me, better than I do me” - Cher. He also stars in the independent film ‘Thirsty’ about his life, currently ranked at 4 ¾ stars on Amazon Prime. Jan. 21 - Feb. 25 at 9:30pm. Singer-songwriter Spencer Day is currently playing through Jan. 24. People magazine calls him “A lapsed Mormon with the looks and charm of a matinee idol, Day’s vocals are sensual, breathy, and intimate”. Now playing through Jan. 24. Tribute artist Will Chalmers sings the hits of Garth Brooks on Jan. 19 at 7pm. Michael Danckert performs as Roy Orbison and sings many of your favorites on Jan. 23 at 7pm. Canadian duo, Tequila Sunrise, pays tribute to The Eagles on Jan, 26 at 7pm. California Dreamin’ sings The Beach Boys and Friends on Jan. 30 at 3pm. And the incredible Amberley Beatty stars as Patsy Cline for one night only, Feb. 2 at 7pm. More of

your favorites coming this season. Extended again by popular demand, Incanto’s clever and popular adaptation of the off-Broadway hit, Naked Boys Singing! has taken this fun, sassy, and witty musical comedy to new heights! Now playing through Jan. 29. Miss Margarida’s Way, a clever stage play by Roberto Athayde. This “tragicomic monologue for an impetuous woman” is interactive, hilarious, and ultimately poignant, as this dark comedy attempts to create order out of chaos. Starring Celeste Innocenti and directed by Ramiro Daniel Jan. 3 - Feb. 28 at 3:30pm. Incanto’s riverside terrace is now open mornings at 10am featuring light breakfast Tues.-Sun. Hours 10am-11:30pm Tues.-Sun. Open Mondays at 4pm. Happy Hour 4-6pm. Visit www.IncantoVallarta.com for more information and online tickets. Email them at IncantoVallarta@gmail.com. Located at Insurgentes 109 at the Rio Cuale. Phone: 322-223-9756.

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Luna Lounge Offers Up More Great Shows By Debbie White hether you like the oldies or more contemporary music, Luna Lounge has a show for you. Many of their dinner shows feature tribute acts that perform the specific music of a well-known musician or band. From Elvis to Adele, Luna Lounge is bringing in world-class talent that pays tribute to your favorite musical artists! These shows feature top entertainment that will impress even the most discerning musical taste. The shows this season have been outstanding and they’re just getting started! The Crazy Senorita continue to perform their show on both Tuesday and Wednesday nights this season. You’ll start with a delicious meal of barbecue chicken, steak and ribs along with salads and side dishes at 7 pm, followed by The Crazy Senoritas Drag Show, starring Miss Diva Divine and the gals. With hilarious musical parodies, gorgeous costumes and crazy antics, you’ll have an unforgettable night of entertainment! The Garth Brooks show, starring

Will Chalmers, happens on January 17 and 18. The 17th is sold out, but you can still buy tickets for the 18th. You’ll love hearing favorites like, “Friends in Low Places,” “The Dance,” “If Tomorrow Never Comes:” and many more classics! The Roy Orbison show will share all the great hits of this legend, like “Only the Lonely,” “Pretty Woman” and “Crying.” The shows on Jan. 20 and 21 are sold out. The Eagles tribute is on tap for Jan 24, 25 and 28, with a few tickets still available for the 28th. With Eagles’ classics like “Hotel California,” “Witchy Woman,” “Peaceful, Easy Feeling,” “Take It to the Limit” you’ll have a rockin’ good time! And for a night of incredible musicianship and memories, book your tickets to see the Argentinian duo, Bohemia Viva. Luis and Andrea perform their show, ‘Reflections’ on Jan. 26.and will thrill you as they bring their original sound and harmonies to favorite songs. And you’ll absolutely love their gorgeous Spanish songs mixed into the performance. Come see this

original, new performance from the amazing Bohemia Viva. The Beach Boys show, featuring the surfing songs of your youth like, “Surfing USA,” “Little Deuce Coupe” and “California Girls,” is sold out for Jan 27... And the month ends with the ‘ABBA Tribute’ on the 31st with favorites like, “Mamma Mia,” “Dancing Queen,” “Waterloo” and “Fernando.” The February lineup includes tributes to Patsy Cline, Adele, Tom Jones, Dwight Blake with Memories of Motown, Neil Diamond, ZZ Top, Us Two, The Blues Brothers and Freddy Mercury/Queen. March shows feature tributes to Cher, Johnny Cash, Dwight Blake, Rod Stewart, David Bowie, The Saint Patrick’s Day Party, The Beatles, The Bee Gees, Us Two and Elvis, The Vegas Years. Go to www.lunaloungebucerias.com for information about shows & tickets. Luna Lounge is located in El Centro Bucerias at Ave. Mexico #27. Join the North Shore’s top entertainment venue for fabulous food and top-notch entertainment

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THE BEACH BOYS “America’s Band” for over 50 years

ormed in Hawthorne, California in 1961 by Brian Wilson, his brothers Carl and Dennis, cousin Mike Love and friend Al Jardine, The Beach Boys are America’s longest lasting and most popular rock’n’roll band. Signed by Capitol Records in 1962, they gained worldwide popularity with their soaring 4-part harmonies and youth-oriented songs about surfing, sun and cars. To date, they have sold tens of millions of records, toured virtually every country in the civilized world and according to the Guiness Book of World Records, hold the singular distinction of having performed in front of more people in one day than any other entertainer in history when they played for 1,750,000 people, at a pair of back-to-back concerts, in Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., on the same day. These guys can really draw a crowd! Nicknamed “America’s Band” by journalists during the “British invasion”, the Beach Boys have had 36 Top 40 hits (more than any other American band), including 4 number 1 hits, and 56 Top 100 hits. Their 1966 song “Good Vibrations” is considered the greatest rock’n’roll single and their ground breaking album “Pet Sounds” one of the greatest albums of all time, by journalists and music experts worldwide. They were inducted into The Rock’N’Roll Hall of Fame in 1988 and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1998. In 2001, they were awarded a Lifetime Achievement Grammy. In 2004, Rolling Stone Magazine ranked The Beach Boys as the 12th most popular recording artist of all time. In 2007, they were inducted into The Hit Parade Hall of Fame. As a young teenager, Brian Wilson loved to listen to songs by The Lettermen, Four Freshmen, and popular R&B groups. He was fascinated by their harmonies and would figure out how they were constructed, then along with his brothers, try to duplicate the sound. The reel-to-reel tape recorder he got for his 16th birthday was soon put to good use as he learned to add their vocals to music tracks made with his piano and Carl’s guitar. By 1960, he was writing and recording his own original songs. Live performances were not much of a jump from there, so when he, his cousin Mike Love and 2 friends sang The Olympics’ “Hully Gully” to rapturous applause at a high school event, the die was cast. Brian Wilson had to have his own rock’n’roll band.

In short order the brothers and their cousin formed a garage band and began to practice. To fill out the sound, they recruited friend Al Jardine, who was in a folk group called The Islanders. Mike encouraged Brian to write more songs and Dennis suggested he write about the surfing craze then sweeping California. Although he wasn’t a musician at the time, the brothers convinced the ever-enthusiastic Dennis, the only actual surfer in the group, to learn to play drums, which he quickly did. They named the band The Pendletones, after the colourful, plaid Pendleton jackets worn by many surfers. In September 1961, Brian, Al and his friend Gary Winfrey wanted to record a version of the folk song “Sloop John B. As a favour, Brian’s father Murry, a frustrated songwriter himself, set up an appointment for them with a small Hollywood music publishing company called Stereo Masters. Although not impressed with the group’s material, owners Hite and Dorinda Morgan were intrigued by Dennis’ remark that they were working on an original song called “Surfin” and asked them to come back when it was ready. When the group played the completed song for them, the Morgans were blown away and released it on their “X” (later changed to “Candix”) label. However, the group was shocked when they received promotional copies of the record, listing their name as The Beach Boys, which promotion man Russ Regan felt was more appropriate for a “surf music” band. Brian and the band didn’t care, they had a record out and that’s all that mattered. By the end of the year, “Surfin” was a bona fide west coast hit, eventually reaching number 75 on the Billboard’s national “Top 100” chart. Murry Wilson now had big plans for The Beach Boys and without

being asked, took over management of the group. He hounded the music directors at radio stations all over the country, insisted on nightly rehearsals and arranged free “promotional” concerts everywhere he could. He booked their first paying gig, at a “Ritchie Valens Memorial Dance”, in Long Beach, on New Year’s Eve 1961. Their fee was $300. Who knew that their fee would eventually top $100,000 per show? But “working for dad”, as Brian put it, was not without its problems. And, as in many family relationships, there would be plenty of bumps on the road ahead, eventually resulting in a major blow-up. After the dust settled, Brian showed Murry the door. When Al Jardine temporarily left The Beach Boys to finish college in 1962, his spot was filled by the Wilsons’ neighbour, guitarist Danny Marks. And although Al returned in 1963, Marks has remained associated with the band, occasionally appearing on album covers and concert stages, to this day. During this period, the group scrapped the plaid jackets, in favour of striped shirts and white pants, which they referred to as their “uniforms”. After their appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, the outfits became instantly recognizable as “the Beach Boy look”, just as hornrimmed glasses had done for Buddy Holly a few years earlier. From the start, Murry pressured the band to continue practicing and writing new songs. The result was: “Surfer Girl”, Surfin’ Safari” and their first “car” song, “409”, which they recorded at Western Recorders, in Los Angeles, in June 1962. The following month, Murry took the tapes to Capitol Records, where he negotiated a recording contract for The Beach Boys, despite the fact that they already had a contract with the Morgans, at Candix Records. In his typical overbearing fashion, he brow-

beat the Morgans into cancelling their contract, without any compensation. To put it mildly, Murry was “a real piece of work”. But his dictatorial attitude and lack of empathy for others would eventually be his undoing. In November 1962, “Surfin’ Safari”, the group’s first Capitol album, was released. The hits “Little Deuce Coupe”, “Fun, Fun, Fun”, “I Get Around” and “Surfin’ USA” soon followed. 16 hit singles, released between 1962 and 1965 soon put The Beach Boys, California, cars and surfing into the world’s lexicon. “Everybody’s gone surfin” was no longer just a California phenomenon. Thanks to The Beach Boys, 1932 Ford coupes were suddenly the “holy grail” for car enthusiasts and old, wood-panelled station wagons, known as “woodies”, became the favourite of surfers. At the beginning of The Beach Boys’ career, the group’s creative driving force, Brian Wilson, developed their unique sound by mixing vocal styles from the past with a contemporary musical style and adding lyrics that reflected the interests of teenage record buyers. His early influences ranged from light vocal groups like The Lettermen, to pure rockers like Chuck Berry, as well as the Brill Building songwriters and successful young record producers like Phil Spector. In fact, “Surfin’ USA” was credited to Chuck Berry (after he threatened court action), because it shares its melody and chord structure with Berry’s “Sweet Little Sixteen”. And though no one at the time seemed to notice, the melody of “Surfer Girl” bears a striking similarity to the Disney song “When You Wish Upon A Star”. Regardless, Wilson’s genius soon became apparent to anyone listening to a Beach Boys record. To say that Brian Wilson is a sensitive introvert is probably a gross understatement. A lifetime of bullying from an unappreciative, domineering father, the pressures of constant

touring and a desire to reach ever greater creative heights, gradually took its toll. In December 1964, Brian’s emotional stress reached its limit and he suffered a breakdown. So he quit touring, rested and re-focused his attention on writing new songs and producing The Beach Boys’ records. His first replacement on tours was session player Glen Campbell, followed by talented musician, singer and record producer Bruce Johnston, who is still an active member of the group. Free from the pressures of touring, Brian threw himself into song-writing and studio work, often using studio musicians to record music tracks the other members of The Beach Boys could simply add vocals to, whenever they had a break from their concert schedule. However, the first hit record from this new arrangement was not by The Beach Boys, but by the opening act at their concerts, their friends Jan & Dean. “Surf City”, written by Brian, quickly reached number 1 on the Top 100, a thrill The Beach Boys had not yet experienced. For a time, the other band members were pretty steamed about this. But all was forgiven the following year when “I Get Around” reached number 1, followed to the top six months later by “Help Me Rhonda”. The hits “California Girls” and “The Little Girl I Once Knew” followed. 1965 ended with the number 2 hit “Barbara Ann”, a cover of the 1961 hit by The Regents that the group often sang just for fun, actually featuring lead vocals by actress Doris Day’s son Terry Melcher. This was a big surprise because Capitol Records released the unplanned record without telling them. Things began to change in 1966, as Brian’s writing and record producing skills became more sophisticated, aided some say by prescription and non-prescription drugs. “Good Vibrations” set a new standard for rock singles, with its timing changes, multi-layered

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The Musician’s Muse By Toots Gabriel ntroducing Wario Back in 1965 Paul Simon introduced us to the Sound of Silence. And he tells us why he did that: Because a vision softly creeping Left its seeds while I was sleeping And the vision that was planted in my brain Still remains And it certainly still remains with a lot of us. Simon and Garfunkel grew into one of the most prolific collaborations in modern music. Of course their melodies, in turn, had grown out of others that spawned a decade earlier. A few years ago another band, Disturbed, provided their own terrific version of The Sound of Silence. And now, right here in Banderas Bay, there is someone who is introducing it to us once again. They call him Wario, although his real name is Mario Alberto Hernandez Torres. Your first impression is that he might be a grizzly bear. And if the band is just setting up you might mistake him for a fictional character, like some sort of Mario Brothers concoction. But you’ll soon learn that he is actually quite real. And really good. His band is made up of drummer Marco, nickname Zorro, lead guitar Chabe, real name Luis and himself on lead vocals and bass. And, like the bear, they certainly know how to ‘cover their tracks’. His band is La Trez Cuartoz. A concept that also grew out of a vision that was planted way back when. More than a hundred years ago Robert Louis Stevenson penned the phrase ‘Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant.’ And as a young person we don’t know whether Mario understood quite what that meant, but we can be pretty sure that he had an inkling. He recalls that, even from early on, one of his favourite movies is The Blade Runner. In particular he always enjoyed the part near the end where the ‘android’ character played by Rutger Hauer allows Harrison Ford’s character to live and then says, “All those moments will be lost in time like tears in the rain. Time to die.” The film provided a glimpse into the future. Mario enjoys looking into the future. Planning. Planting. One might say that he has planted more seeds than a

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A lot of guys out there and if you think he is going to quit anytime soon I wouldn’t hold your breath. By the way, I don’t know what the world record is for holding your breath. But I’m pretty sure that Mario can hold a note almost that long. We have it on good authority that he can do that while drinking a beer. But don’t believe everything you read. When he was young, because of his academic skills, particularly mathematics, he came ever so close to obtaining a scholarship to Canada but just missed out. However, the idea stuck. The seed had been planted. And grew and grew. To the point where now he has spearheaded Mexican bands touring Canada each summer. Lots of planning. Lots of organizing. When I asked Mario if there was a particular city somewhere in the world that he would like to visit his answer was Seattle. This kind of baffled me. So he explained, “My main goal of Seattle is to know the music scene including getting involved in some events with Here and Now (La Trez Cuartoz)”. La Trez Cuartoz has already recorded a number of new songs. Up in a studio in Guadalajara. But the release of this material is currently being hampered by certain issues, legal and otherwise. You know, the kind of adversity that every successful musician is familiar with. As you can imagine from a guy his size Mario also has a big heart. But he has a soft heart too. You won’t likely hear him perform We Gotta Get out of This Place. He

says that for him it is too real. Too emotional. Maybe like Eric Clapton trying to do Tears in Heaven. One cannot imagine how Mr. Clapton felt at the loss of his son Conor, at such a young age. For Mario, his children are his real treasures. They are Gael Eduardo(11), Lucas Jamian(8), Meytal Jaiceé(7), Leia Kadaii(5) and Liam Jassiel(4). Now, when you see him on stage, and he sings that part, ‘But my words, like silent raindrops fell’ I’m not sure whether he is thinking about that beautiful scene on the rooftop with Rutger Hauer. But Mario does draw us in and allow us to experience, as they say, ‘the music that is in the silence between the notes.’ He has that rare gift, of being truly able to captivate the audience. Because when he sings things like, ‘And the vision that was planted in my brain… still remains’ he believes it. And we believe it too. Find Trez Cuartoz at: Monday: Jax Bar (Bucerías) 8:30pm Tuesday: Kelly’s pour favor 8:30pm Wednesday: Blake’s 3pm Thursday: Río Bbq 4pm and Jax Bar 8:30pm Friday: Murphy’s Irish Pub 10pm Saturday: Blake’s 2:30 pm and Jax Bar 8:30pm

s we know learning anything new can be tough and as we get older trying to juggle practice time along with family and work becomes increasingly difficult! In this article series I’d like to help the beginning and intermediate golfers improve their game by working on things that don’t take much time to improve but will make your game remarkably better instantly… Control Your Impact Alignments One of the biggest problems with players on the greens is the lack of control they have with their hands while putting. Most players tend to slap or flip at the ball thorough impact causing all type of problems. My solution? Stop right now and switch to lead hand low! This grip as shown below will lead to less flipping and less hand action through

impact and 100% better rolling putts. In fact, I have yet to see someone in 25 years of full-time instruction to stop themselves from “flipping” on the green (it can be done, but it takes a TON of practice,) I’d suggest doing something much easier like switching grips as I have done here and make life easier on yourself. I promise you’ll thank me!

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

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Beach Booty Walking the beach slowly for most people is a calm and soothing event - sand between your toes, sun beating down, with waves lapping at and cooling your feet. For Bill and Suzy, it’s work. All of the above comments are true for them too, but it remains work. What will they find? A perfectly round, thick piece of cobalt blue glass? Any serious sea glass beachcomber will tell you, probably not! But maybe. That’s the ticket – it’s the maybe what’s out there waiting to be found is the joyous work of beachcombing. Then the loving transformation as the found treasure becomes a piece of jewelry as Beach Booty. Check out Bill and Suzy’s table for some remarkable finds – each one absolutely, uniquely beautiful. The Marsol Friday Market

by the Pier presents, accompanied by live music: city and country walking tours; durable cotton wine/gift bags; natural herbal extracts and creams, and Louisiana peanut brittle. Organic coffee from Chiapas, ground or whole bean; med, dark and espresso roast. Home Décor advice from Sherry; 100% cotton clothing; fine baked goods and homemade dog treats from Kim. Talavera pottery, and Huichol crafts; fabric and leather purses; Bark art, corn-husk flowers, and animal-rescue info, Mexican nuts, candies, and fine-art paintings. Jewelry made with: sterling silver; faceted glass and semi-precious stones; repurposed fabrics; leather for men and women; beach tile, estate jewelry, and more. Join us year-round at the Marsol Friday Market by the Pier. Open from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm.

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ONGOING EVENTS ART MALECON SCULPTURES 101— Enjoy a relaxed walk by the ocean while chatting about the sculptures on the Malecon and the local art scene, plus a delicious Mexican brunch or snack at a charming and very unique spot. A fantastic cultural experience with a local friend. Wed, Thu and Fri at 9:00am. Make reservations through Vallarta101 (facebook.com/welovevallarta | 01 322 100 2253)

10pm visit 13 of the best galleries in Vallarta’s historic Centro district. For more details visit PuertoVallartaArtwalk.com HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Artisan and Farmer’s Markets in Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

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 Three Hens & a Rooster Market 9 am - 1:00 pm at the Lions Club, Madero # 280 Old Town Tianguis Lo de Marcos – Located at Main plaza

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

BEACH YOGA— Bring your mat down to the beach for a gentle morning flow, every Wednesday at 9am at Playa los Camarones, in front of Barracuda restaurant. 70 pesos per person and children under 12 are free when accompanying an adult. Barracuda (Calle Paraguay 1290) SPIRITUAL & METAPHYSICAL LECTURE— Journey of self-discovery at the Center For Spiritual Living Puerto Vallarta. Each week offers inspirational talk using spiritual tools for personal growth, along with discussion and fellowship afterward. An open and inclusive spiritual community, all are welcome. Saturdays from 12:00 - 1:00 pm at Centro Cultural Cuale (Aquiles Serdan #437) SPIRITUAL LIVING CIRCLE— Join the Center For Spiritual Living Puerto Vallarta (www.cslpv.org) for weekly discussions based on articles in the Science of Mind magazine. It’s a new discussion each week. Enjoy a great cup of coffee, great discussions in the comfort of air conditioning and stay for the sunset on the beach afterwards. Love offerings welcomed and appreciated. Tuesdays from 7 to 8 pm. OTHER BINGO WITH PEARL— Saturdays at 4pm. Drink specials, gift certificates, and cash prizes. Special guests Ballet Folklorico Tradiciones will perform. Incanto Vallarta (Insurgentes 109, Old Town Puerto Vallarta | 322.223.9756 | www.incantovallarta.com) CHARITY BINGO AT NACHO DADDY— Win big and support local causes. A new season of Nacho Daddy Charity Bingo will be played every other Wednesday at 4:00 pm throughout the Winter/Spring to raise money for two fantastic local charities: Pasitos de Luz and the Colina Spay & Neuter Clinic. More info at nachodaddypv.com CORAZON DE NINA HUMANITARIAN TOUR AND BRUNCH— Corazon de Nina is a non-profit, registered charity in Mexico and the U.S. Our mission is to provide a nurturing family environment for at-risk girls and boys of all ages. For a donation of $250 pesos, you will receive a nice brunch, a tour of the home and interaction with the children. More info through facebook.com/CorazonDeNinaPv. Tuesdays and Thursdays through April from 9:30 to 11:30 am in Colonial Primera de Mayo, Calle San Luis Potosi #355, Puerto Vallarta.

Don’t Miss the Ceviche and Aguachili Festival!

he Ceviche & Aguachilli festival it´s back again with its 7th edition on January 27th at Lazaro Cardenas Park in Vallarta’s Old Town. Be part of this gastronomic event and try over that 40 different kind recipes, made with the best seafood from around the bay and represented by eleven restaurants from Banderas Bay, three special guest breweries from Guadalajara, a traditional raicilla stand with some great fresh cocktails plus desserts and fruit water.

Don´t miss the music shows starting at 12:00pm with “Los Zarapes de Zacatecas”, “Anna and the Others” at 3:00pm and one of the must popular bands in Vallarta, “La Trez Cuartoz” at 4:30pm. The entrance is free and you´ll find special prices to try samples of each recipe from $20 to $40 pesos. Come with your family and friends to enjoy all the activities and to eat like a “Pata Salada” for a day. For more info you can find them on facebook FESTIVAL DEL CEVICHE Y AGUACHILE PV

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Wed: Joker Band 8:30 pm Fri: Texas Embassy Blues Band 8:30 pm

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Warique (Aquiles Serdan 280) Fri: Live Music 7 to 10 pm Sat: Live Music 7 to 10 pm

Bambinos Trattoria (Aguacate #314) Mon: Beatles tribute 8 pm Wed: ELV1SN 8 pm Fri: Festiva Latina 8 pm Sat: Festiva Latina 8 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 to 9:30 pm Sat: The Hoochie Coochie Men 7 – 10 pm

Babel Bar (Aquiles Serdán 437, Isla del Cuale) Wed: Esaú Galván 1 - 3 pm Thur: Moruno 1 - 3 pm Fri: Ruiz and Rentería 1 – 3 pm Sat: Zoe & León 1 to 3pm Sun: Esaú Galván 1 - 3 pm 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 Fri Soul Trip 2:30 – 5:30 pm Sat:Tres Cuartoz 2:30 – 5:30 pm Café Roma (Encino 287 near flea market) Thurs: The Others 6 – 9 pm Sat: Tequila Rush 6 – 9 pm Captain Don’s (Honduras 126) Tue: Gecko Band on Tue from 3 – 6 pm Thurs: Calvera Beach 3 – 6pm Fri: Tequila Rush 8 to 11 pm Sat: Da Crew 8 pm to 11 pm

World-class cellist Don Moline to give concert to benefit IAMPV

esidents and Visitors of Puerto Vallarta will have the opportunity to listen to an evening of world class classical music on January 31st at Jardin Montenegro Restaurant, (Boulevard Nuevo Vallarta #220, Nuevo Vallarta), and on February 2nd at Centro Cultural Isla Cuale, (Emiliano Zapata, Aquiles Serdan #437), when cellist extraordinaire Donald Moline, assisted by local musicians Jean-Guy Comeau, piano, Daniel Oliveros, clarinet, and Klaus Liebetanz, flute, present a cello recital. Grammy© award winning cellist Donald Moline, now retired, was cellist with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for 39 years and has established a distinguished orchestral, chamber music, solo and recording career. He has performed in virtually every corner of the globe with many of the world’s greatest conductors and musicians. Jean-Guy Comeau who holds degrees in pedagogy, voice and piano, was born in Atlantic Canada and works in Montreal and Puerto Vallarta. John Henry

Kreitler, a 10-time EMMYaward winning composer of concert, film/tv and theatre music, has composed, especially for this event, Sonidos de Vallarta, a 4-part suite for cello, flute and clarinet which will be performed as a WORLD PREMIERE. Other works to be performed are by Duport, Tchaikovsky, Massenet, Granados and Piazzolla. All of the proceeds from these events will go to IAMPV (Instituto de Artes Musicales Puerto Vallarta) a non-profit organization that provides musical education for students in Vallarta and the surrounding areas, as well as serves as an umbrella organisation for the Puerto Vallarta Chamber Orchestra and the Salty Paws Jazz Orchestra. Both evenings will begin with drinks and hors d’oeuvres at 6:00 p.m. followed by a 7 p.m. concert. During the first hour there will be performances by IAMPV students. Tickets for MXN 1,200 are available for sale at http:// iampv.org More info at 322 131 8800 or facebook.com/ IAMPuertoVallarta

Cuates y Cuetes (Francisca Rodriquez 101) Wed: Tatewari 8 to 10 pm Daquiri Dick’s Tue: Esaú Galván Flamenco Guitar 7 to 9:30 pm El Bar at Food Park PV Sat: The Black Tequila 9:00 pm El Rio BBQ, (Paso Ancho) Tues: The Joker 4 p.m. Wed: The Gecko Band 4 p.m. Thurs: La Trez Cuartoz 4 p.m. Fri: Bob & Gilberto 4 p.m. Sat: Brimstone (reggae) 4 p.m. Sun: Cheko Ruiz Band 4 pm Gringo Loco Cantina (Francisco I Madero 403) Wed: Paranoia Band 7 - 10 pm Thu: Martin (solo) 7 - 10 pm Sat: The Change 7 - 10 pm Incanto (Insurgentes 109) Mon: Joby & Tongo 5pm Mon: Zoe Wood & Eduardo Leon at 7:30 pm Tues: George Gracia 5pm Wed: Jay-Gee, piano at 5pm Thur: Edgar Roxha at 5 pm Thur: Open Mic at 7:30 or 9pm (check website) Thur: Media Luna at 7pm (Theatre) Fri: Joan Houston at 5:00 pm Sun Mon Tues: Dennis Crow at 9:30 pm Wed Fri Sat: Mark Hartman, piano 9:30pm Sun: Cheko Ruiz Gipsy Kings at 9:30 pm Sun & Wed: Salsa dancing lessons at 9pm Select Sun: Stolie - 5pm Select Sun: Mike Rodriguez - 5pm 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: Dr Groove 9 - 12 am La Casa de Hugo (Hamburgo 146, versalles) Fri: Stoli 7-9 La Ingrata (Abasolo 169) Sun: Soul Trip 1 am – 3 am McCarthy’s Irish Pub (Francisco Medina) Sat: Tequila Rush 10 pm 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 Nacho Daddy (287 Basilio Badillo) Tue: Cat Daddy’s 8:30 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

RIVIERA NAYARIT Chasers Sports Bar (Avenida Mexico 570A | Nuevo Vallarta) Fri: Gecko Band 8 – 11 pm Sat: Cesar Medina 8 pm Jan 27: Elvis featuring Rob Knight 7:30 pm 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) Fri: Hugh and the Mexpats 6 - 8pm Sat: Sweet and Sour 6 – 9pm El Chivero (Avenida Pacifico 9, Centro | Bucerias) Sat: The Gecko Band 3pm Drunken Duck (Avenida Mexico, Centro | Bucerias) 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 Punta Esmeralda Beach Club (Highway from Bucerias to La Cruz) Wed: Damaged Goods 7:30 – 9:30pm Sun: Damaged Goods 7:30 – 9:30pm Ana Bananas (Tiburón #42 | La Cruz) Mon: Soul Trip 7pm Fri: JAM 7 pm Sun: Rhythm Roosters 7 pm Greene Tomatoe (Town Square La Cruz) Wed: The Traveling Band around 8 pm Thur: The Remedy around 7pm Fri: Rock in Trio around 8 pm Sat: Crazy Boys Sat around 8 pm OSO’s Oyster Bar ( La Cruz Marina) Sat: The Remedy 7 pm Masala (La Cruz) Thurs: Blue Knote 7 – 9pm Octopus Garden and Tree House Bar (Coral 66 | La Cruz) Confirm on FB for weekly listing Britannia (Coral, La Cruz) Tues: Open mic with The Turn 7pm until they close La Cruz Inn (36 Calle Marlin | La Cruz) Sat: Music in the Street with Matt 4 to 7:30 pm Thurs: Tres Aires 5:30 to 7:45 pm Black Forest (16 Marlin, La Cruz) Fri: Gypsy Flamenco 7:30 pm El Atico Hookah (Sayulita) Tue: Soul Trip 9:30pm Jacks Cantina (Sayulita beside bus terminal)

Thurs: Tequila Rush 8 pm

Faro Mita (Higuera Blanca)

Fri: Soul Trip 7:30pm

Maria Bonita Restaurant (San Pancho)

Sat: Stolie: 7-10pm

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39 Canela at The Palm Cabaret Theater. After a summer actively touring in Canada, Fernando has put together a stellar group of musicians including Gary Flores on percussion, Alberto Ramírez (Mimi) and Sam Rentería on guitar, Pepe Galván on bass, all extremely talented musicians. Fernando is turning out a super entertaining show with vocals and instrumentals, exhibiting his expertise with many genres including gypsy rumba, Mexican traditional and pop music. They are performing weekly Sundays at 7:00 PM at The Palm on Olas Altas 508. (Thepalmcabaret. com for tickets) Famed Flamenco guitarist Lobo is back and performing in concerts with Geo Uhrich of Duende at the Palm as Arte Puro January 18 and February 1, with Latcho Bartelsen of Blond Gypsies as Primal Groove January 20 and February 10 at Incanto, and Lobo with Esaú

Galván just played a spectacular “SOLD OUT” show at Incanto with encores and standing ovations last Sunday. They can be seen as Lobo and Jaguar at Tree House Bar, Coral 66 in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on January 21 and February 2. (322 182 4026 for La Cruz reservations). Moruno’s Mediterranean music by Diego Mateo and Nacho Flores is spiced up with Oscar Terrazas’ jazzy saxophone and flute on Sundays and Tuesdays at Cuates y Cuetes from 8-10 and again at Babel Bar on Thursdays from 1-3. Oscar and Diego of Moruno perform at Babel Wednesday’s as Proyecto de Willy, a jazzier duo. Los Bambinos, symbol of hospitality to so many winter visitors to Puerto Vallarta, have ramped up to their full season including six nights of incredible entertainment each week starting at 8:00 (come early for dinner, doors open at 6:00).

From the Beatles, Frankie Valli, Elvis Presley and Latín Fiesta night, they keep audiences smiling, dining and dancing Monday through Saturday at their great restaurant and venue Bambinos Trattoria at Aguacate and Carranza. (Reservations recommended (322) 688 2046.) Last, but not least is a new jazz ensemble consisting of talented Raphael Zermeño of Mexico City’s jazz manouche group Faralae playing electric guitar, super saxophonist Oscar Terrazas from Vallarta and Roberto Falcón from Ciudad Juárez playing an inspired bass. The group is calling themselves the Diablito Trío. They are being woven into the Cuates y Cuetes schedule really rounding out the musical offering there. Look for them Monday’s from 8-10 and Wednesday’s from 6-8 just before Tatewari. So don’t hold back! Our Winter 2019 evenings are beautiful and the music outstanding!

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