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You are here, finally! If you’ve been meaning to find a little information on the region, but never quite got around to it, we hope that the following will help. If you look at We wish you a warm the maps on this page, you will note that PV (as the locals call it) is on the west coast of Mexico, smack in the middle of the Bay of Banderas - Welcome one of the largest bays in this country - which includes southern part of the state of Nayarit to the north and the northern part of Jalisco to the south. Thanks to its privileged location -sheltered by the Sierra Madre mountains- the Bay is well protected against the hurricanes spawned in the Pacific. Hurricane Kenna did come close on October 25, 2002, but actually touched down in San Blas, Nayarit, some 200 kms north of PV. The town sits on the same parallel as the Hawaiian Islands, thus the similarities in the climate of the two destinations.

AREA: 1,300 sq. kilometers that can only be boarded there. They have pre-fixed rates yet, if you have a “bank card”, withdraw funds from your POPULATION: 350,000 inhabitants per passenger. City cabs are yellow or white, and charge by account back home. Try to avoid exchanging money at CLIMATE: Tropical, humid, with an average of 300 sunny the ride, not by passenger. When you ask to go downtown, your hotel. Traditionally, those offer the worst rates. days per year. The temperature averages 28°C (82°F) and the remember that your fare covers the ENTIRE central area, so WHAT TO DO: Even if your all-inclusive hotel is everything rainy season extends from late June to early October. make sure you are brought to the main plaza! Pick up a free you ever dreamed of, you should experience at least a FAUNA: Nearby Sierra Vallejo hosts a great variety map, and insist on your full value from the driver! Note the little of all that Vallarta has to offer - it is truly a condensed of animal species such as iguana, guacamaya, deer, number of your taxi in case of any problem, or if you forget version of all that is Mexican and existed before «Planned raccoon, etc. something in the cab. Then your hotel or travel rep can help Tourist Resorts», such as Cancun, Los Cabos and Ixtapa, SANCTUARIES: Bahía de Banderas encloses two Marine you check it out or lodge a complaint. were developed. Millions have been spent to ensure that National Parks - Los Arcos and the Marieta Islands - where Uber has also been available in PV for the past year or so. the original “small town” flavor is maintained downtown, in diving is allowed under certain circumstances but fishing of Download their app in your smartphone. the Old Town and on the South Side. any kind is prohibited. Every year, the Bay receives the visit of TIME ZONE: The entire State of Jalisco is on Central Time, DRINKING WATER: The false belief that a Mexican vacation the humpback whales, dolphins and manta rays in the winter. as is the area of the State of Nayarit from Lo de Marcos in the must inevitably lead to an encounter with Moctezuma’s During the summer, sea turtles, a protected species, arrive to north to the Ameca River, i.e.: Nuevo Vallarta, Bucerías, La Cruz revenge is just that: false. For the 26th year in a row, Puerto its shores to lay their eggs. de Huanacaxtle, Sayulita, San Pancho, Punta Mita, etc. North Vallarta’s water has been awarded a certification of purity for ECONOMY: Local economy is based mainly on tourism, of Lo De Marcos, Guayabitos, La Peñita, San Blas, etc. are on human consumption. It is one of only two cities in Mexico that construction and to a lesser degree, on agriculture, Mountain Time, i.e.: one hour behind PV time. can boast of such accomplishment. True, the quality of the mainly tropical fruit such as mango, papaya, watermelon, TELEPHONE CALLS: Always check on the cost of long water tested at the purification plant varies greatly from what pineapple, guanabana, cantaloupe and bananas. distance calls from your hotel room. Some establishments comes out of the tap at the other end. So do be careful. On CURRENCY: The Mexican Peso is the legal currency in charge as much as U.S. $7.00 per minute! the other hand, most large hotels have their own purification Mexico although Canadian and American dollars are widely CELL PHONES: Most cellular phones from the U.S. and equipment and most restaurants use purified water. If you accepted. Canada may be programmed for local use, through Telcel and want to be doubly sure, you can pick up purified bottled BUSES: A system of urban buses with different routes. IUSAcell, the local carriers. To dial cell to cell, use the prefix 322, water just about anywhere. Current fare is $10.00 Pesos per ticket and passengers then the seven digit number of the person you’re calling. Omit EXPORTING PETS: Canadian and American tourists often must purchase a new ticket every time they board another the prefix if dialling a land line. fall in love with one of the many stray dogs and cats in Vallarta. bus. There are no “transfers”. LOCAL CUSTOMS: Tipping is usually 15%-20% of the bill Many would like to bring it back with them, but believe that the TAXIS: There are set rates within defined zones of the at restaurants and bars. Tip bellboys, taxis, waiters, maids, laws do not allow them to do so. Wrong. If you would like to town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with etc. depending on the service. Some businesses and offices bring a cat or a dog back home, call the local animal shelter for the driver FIRST. If you are staying in a hotel, you may want close from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., reopening until 7 p.m. or later. In more info: 293-3690. to check the rates usually posted in the lobby. Also, if you restaurants, it is considered poor manners to present the LOCAL SIGHTSEEING: A good beginning would be to take know which restaurant you want to go, do not let the driver check before it is requested, so when you’re ready to leave, one of the City Tours offered by the local tour agencies. Before change your mind. Many restaurateurs pay commissions ask «La cuenta, por favor» and your bill will be delivered to you. boarding, make sure you have a map and take note of the to taxi drivers and you may end up paying more than you MONEY EXCHANGE: Banks will give you a higher rate places you want to return to. Then venture off the beaten path. should, in a second-rate establishment! There are 2 kinds of exchange than the exchange booths (caja de cambio), Explore a little. Go farther than the tour bus takes you. And of taxi cabs: those at the airport and the maritime port though not all offer exchange services to foreigners. Better don’t worry - this is a safe place. 3 Comments

Bottom line: DON’T accept the rate that shows up on the ATM screen unless you want Your Comments to be ripped off by the bank... Sincerely, [email protected] Paul Zykofsky Dear Editor, Dear Editor, I refer to PV Mirror, 28 February - 5 March As we all know, PV is a beautiful city with 2020 Issue 588. so much to offer us snowbirds and also to the Thank you to the person who conducted a thousands of tourists that arrive here each year. comprehensive investigation of the malicious One of the most iconic tourist attractions is the posting on Facebook accusing a waiter at a well pier on Los Muertos Beach. know local restaurant of fraudulently using her I took some time recently to examine the pier credit card to make purchases. and it made me sad to see how poorly it is being The investigation proved that this malicious maintained. post was false and could potentially damage There are areas where the railings are missing, the reputation of the waiter and the restaurant. there are layers and layers of bird droppings on The investigation also revealed that the the upper part of the sail, some of the wooden administrators of the malicious Facebook post seats are rotted or missing, other portions of the refused to take down the post even after being pier are in dire need of a good paint job. informed it was a false accusation. Who is responsible for maintaining this Thank you to you as editor of PV Mirror for iconic symbol of PV? I am assuming the city having the integrity to publish the investigation is. I hope whoever is responsible, does their in full. job and brings this highly recognized visual of Alex Fox PV back to its initial glory. Thank you for putting out such a wonderful Dear Editor, newspaper, I look forward to it each and every week. Although we never used this service at home I have become a convert in Puerto Vallarta. Ed Bushman However, we recently had a bad experience. PV in Winter I ordered an Uber to return home from the Illinois in Summer dentist having used the service to get there. As usual I was given an estimated time Dear Editor, for driver’s arrival However, instead of diminishing pickup time, the number of I wanted to thank you for publishing the minutes increased. Then I received a message letter from Katherine Keener in Issue # 586 that the pick-up point was changed because it of the PV Mirror about withdrawing money at was outside driver’s pick-up area. I was not an ATM in Puerto Vallarta. In her letter she about to roam around a strange neighbourhood warned against accepting the exchange rate so just waited. I then received a message that that is shown on the screen. the driver had cancelled the trip. Sure enough, before I read her letter, I Okay, so I booked another Uber ride. To withdrew funds at Scotiabank at a rate of my surprise Uber wanted 35 pesos for the $16.56 pesos to the dollar, a pretty lousy rate cancelled ride. I had to guarantee payment considering that the official exchange rate is to the next driver or they wouldn’t book any close to $19.75. A few days later I withdrew more Uber rides for me. I had no choice but to money at the same bank but this time I said pay this outrageous ransom as we had a dinner “no” to the exchange rate. reservation with friends. Basically, my return (The ATM makes it seem that you have to trip cost almost double the trip to the dentist. accept the rate or you won’t get your money, Our new driver was wonderful and very but, in fact, that’s not the case.) When I apologetic. He told me that I should be able checked my account at Bank of America I to get a refund from Uber for the pesos but found that this time I’d received $19.25 pesos couldn’t tell me how to do so. for each dollar, a difference of $2.69/dollar! Continued on next page... 4 Comments

Continued from previous page... Dear Editor, The ransom amount was immaterial but left a We just saw this year’s version of “Girls’ Night bad feeling about using Uber and I just wanted Out” at Incanto Theater and it’s even better than to warn your readers. That being said, all of our last year’s. Three amazing, individually talented Uber drivers have been great. young women now combine their voices in perfect harmony, humor, and high jinx. If you want some Ross from Toronto good laughs, and you like listening to popular songs performed in the styles of the original artists, you will Dear Editor, be very happy to attend their next concert, March 9. Just a few lines to thank to all the wonderful Arturo y Teresa people who have been writing very nice reviews on social media about our restaurant, Alma 21. And to thank you and your City Paper for publishing Dear Editor, the couple reviews on your “comments” section, As my wife Lynda and I watch the gutting of original the exposure you gave us provided the community buildings, whole blocks of original buildings, Haciendas with a nice introduction of our offer. and more, being replaced by new, mostly condominium Customer response has dramatically increased buildings going up 5-7 floors, we have not seen one since the first letter you published and we cannot thing the City’s Department of streets do or change thank you enough and all the fine people who took anything. As the streets have become chaotically the time to share their experiences, we are indeed congested with vehicles now parking on sides, the flow grateful for the willingness to do so. of moving vehicles at times is stopped totally. You and all our customers can be sure that we In my closing, can we hope that the Dept. of at Alma 21 will keep working in providing a nice Transportation is in the works of things to ease the dining experience. Once again, thank you all! continuous flow of traffic? Motorcycles are another thing though I’ll not mention that mess. Jorge Figueroa Partner - Alma 21 Joe Petty 5 Within PV

Home Tours wow visitors

A TripAdvisor review of the IFC Home Tours, by a visitor from New York: “This is the first thing we do when we get to town. Love seeing the places and it is run very well, especially considering it is all done by volunteers. This week’s tour was great, going all the way to Boca. Bus docents Ede and Drew were very knowledgeable. This is a great cause and is absolutely worth the price of admission. We will probably go again before we go home.” The sentiments are echoed by over 700 reviewers and result in the IFC Home Tours being in the top 10 of over 300 tours available in PV. The tours run on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings and leave from the Sea Monkey Restaurant at 10:30, so a good plan is to have breakfast on the beach there before you board our comfortable air-conditioned buses. But seats are limited and it’s better to buy your tickets ($700 pesos) online at www.ifctoursvallarta.com or at the IFC office, located at the northeast corner of the bridge where Insurgentes crosses the River Cuale. It’s open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Each tour visits four homes around the hills and coastline of PV and some of them require walking on hills, cobbled streets and steps, so make sure that your hips, knees and feet are capable of handling those conditions. All of the profits from the Home Tours are used to support the IFC Cleft Palate Program and 20 other charities in this area. They appreciate your support! 6 Within PV

financially. It could potentially furniture will not stick to your skin. even cause severe health issues. How can you tell if that piece of Welcome, Home! So why do some stores sell low- outdoor furniture is low-quality Sheryl Novak grade plastic furniture? synthetic or high-quality HDPE? Big box stores and department One sign that the item is cheap stores compete amongst each vinyl material or low-grade Buyer Beware: Brown rattan outdoor furniture other based on the lowest prices. synthetic is that it is shiny. Good Outdoor furniture manufacturers quality synthetics are matte/flat. Synthetic weave furniture, also outdoor furniture does not last as who supply to these retailers, To be sure the manufacturer called all-weather wicker, can be long. many of whom are offshore made the furniture from the an excellent investment for our There are different types of in China and Taiwan, want to right resin, check its plastic resin homes in Mexico. Unfortunately, synthetic materials. Some are maintain their margins. identification code. You can not all manufacturers make extremely toxic. The options They look for ways to save generally locate this code on the synthetic weave furniture from the include cheap PVC (polyvinyl costs when producing their packaging of the product. best material. Some manufacturers chloride), PP (polypropylene), outdoor furniture. As a result, All HDPE items will display the use cheap grades that are prone PC (polycarbonate) and PE they often purchase the lowest HDPE code, which is a triangle to crack and split very quickly (polyethylene). The best material cost materials regardless of made up of three arrows pointing after purchase. That’s why it is in this category is called HDPE the harmful effects or quality. clockwise and the #2 in the center critical to know what materials (high-density polyethylene). HDPE is the highest quality resin of the triangle. the manufacturer uses to create Many of the synthetics available material. Its high density means The easiest option is to purchase any piece of furniture. You have on the market in the outdoor that it will not break, scratch, or your outdoor furniture from a worked hard for your money – the furniture category use PVC. Not chip. It is also stain-resistant and company that is knowledgeable last thing you want to do is have only is PVC a less durable choice 100% recyclable. Most HDPE about how it is made and with to replace your outdoor furniture because it will dry out and crack outdoor furniture pieces are also which materials. every year. rapidly, but it also emits toxic infused with UV inhibitors so that Are you buying a new condo Unlike at our homes north of compounds during construction they will not fade in direct sunlight. in Vallarta? Contact me at the border, this environment has and decomposition. What may One of the other advantages [email protected] direct sunlight and salty ocean appear to be a good deal at of HDPE over lower grades for a discount on furniture and air. These conditions mean that first could end up costing you of synthetic rattans is that the decor. 7 Within PV transmitted infections such as syphilis be met by donations. Cash donations or gonorrhea. Because the drug must are fully deductible for tax purposes in be prescribed by a physician, SETAC’s Mexico and the USA, and gifts in-kind P A R A D I S E ? staff is constantly being consulted by are always welcome, notably clothing, John Warren and workshops. Rapid results furniture, toys, formula milk, from HIV and STD tests provide and non-expired medication. Do you have children? patients with early and timely See https://www.setac.com.mx/ Grandchildren? Imagine if they were detection of viruses. SETAC also como_ayudar/ for details. born with congenital syphilis. It’s a type provides referrals to public and The International Friendship of syphilis that is present in utero and at private medical services and to Club (IFC) www.ifcvallarta.com birth and occurs when a child is born local health insurance services. has supported SETAC for many to a mother with syphilis. It can lead The staff includes two full- years. It provides milk formula to deformities, delays in development, time physicians, a nurse, two for moms with HIV who cannot or seizures, along with many other counselors, a nutritionist, and a breast-feed their children for problems such as rash, fever, an community contact person. Also, fear of passing the virus on to enlarged liver and spleen, anemia, a professional psychologist is on them. The Club also pays for and jaundice. Poor kids! staff to provide therapeutic support the design, writing, printing, SETAC is an organization in PV to people living with HIV/AIDS or and distribution of educational that helps babies like this, nursing STDs. Support groups also help materials that are used in schools, moms who have sexually transmitted patients to achieve better acceptance potential patients who are outside orphanages, and prison waiting rooms. diseases (STDs) and HIV/AIDS, sex and a better quality of life. the Mexican medical system, such Puerto Vallarta is often referred to as workers, transgender women, and SETAC has 180 patients now being as those on vacation and immigrants “a paradise”, and it may be for those of anyone who needs advice, treatment, treated with PrEP. What’s PrEP? It’s newly arrived from the USA or Latin us who have enough money for food or psychological help dealing with one more option that you have to America. The organization doesn’t and a home. these problems. prevent HIV. In addition to using a turn away anyone in need. But if you’re poor, young and The staff distributes free condoms, condom, a person can take a daily pill The state of Jalisco provides much uneducated, maybe the only way you lubricants, and educational brochures of Truvada to reduce the chances of of the funding to SETAC for drugs and see to make enough to live is to sell in bars and hotels that request it. They contracting the virus. However, it does testing, but the education component your body and suffer the consequences. offer free, confidential counseling not protect you from other sexually of its program, which is vital, must SETAC helps those people. 8 Within PV

Three Hens and a Rooster - a market Mama Vallarta (a.k.a.: Gloria Sue)

Our little market is growing up but Mama Vallarta is not! So she danced all ‘round from vendor to vendor to show you what we’ve got. You’ve got to see this crazy video; it’s becoming quite the rage. Find it easily on Facebook on our Three Hens and a Rooster page. Here’s a smattering of pictures including bee honey from the hive; but it’s so much better to watch the video and see it all happening live! Three Hens and a Rooster is located inside the Lions’ Club at 280 Francisco Madero in Old Town from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. From all of us at the Three Hens and a Rooster - a market, we wish you a pleasant week. And Mama says: “Stay strong and stay positive!” (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location 24 3 9 Within PV From Here Marcia Blondin [email protected]

Coming up next week: events full of pre-Easter singing. To wit - Tributes to Fleetwood Mac, Cher and Tina Turner. On March 12th, Casa Karma brightens the weekend with tributes to Marta Gilbert and Frida Kahlo: Paintings will be auctioned to benefit charity, entertainment by Amy Armstrong, Lenas Noriega, with Dennis Crow on piano. Enjoy the beauty of Casa Karma and help those who have far less than you. We continue to grow at Arte Viviente with daily additions that usually require a significant shuffle in current inventory that reacquaints me and co-director, Kim Wilson, with what we have. (Hey! It’s a big space! Over 200 square meters). One of our newest members is well-known and loved by her Saturday Olas Altas Market shoppers - Carolina del Mar, clothing designer, and producer. Her clothes are a rare combination of style and comfort. Everything Carolina makes can be dressed up for evening or down for morning yoga. Luisa has been designing clothes for Vallartenses since 1991. I met her that year when I moved here from Canada. Her cotton/rayon resort wear is exquisitely sewn and beautiful to wear. Luisa also makes men’s Guayabera shirts in sparkling white and manta. Please stop by Arte Viviente at 800 Morelos, corner of Pipila downtown, and say hello. We are open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location 14 10 Within PV 8th Annual Chili Cook-Off results The Chili Cook-Off this last And the Winners are: Proceeds of $230,000. pesos as Saturday, February 22nd, featured Professional: reported by Jim Sullivan (Host crowds in excess of 900 enjoying 1st Captain Don’s #13 Chairman) will be used during gallons of chili, along with a 2nd Nacho Daddy #25 2020 for the various projects by variety of other food and drink 3rd Tunnel Road BBQ #4 the Jay Sadler Project of which and some excellent music. There 45 were completed during 2019. were lots of positives and a few Popular: Current projects planned include negatives that will be addressed 1st Nacho Daddy #25 - the following: for next year. 132 votes Community Center for Seniors I know some people are 2nd Blake’s Sports Bar #21 - in Las Palmas, Bellos Recuerdos, will be holding their annual Pre- wondering who won the contests. 83 votes Las Juntas and Edad de Oro, St. Patrick’s Day corned beef and It was a fun competition and we 3rd Captain Don’s #13 - Mojoneras. Los Patos Park in Las cabbage festivities on Wednesday, again thank our panel of judges who 70 votes Juntas, playground equipment. March 11th. There will be 2 decided the “Professional” vote All the Chili Sponsors did a Jardín de Niños Ramón Corona, seatings: Noon to 3 p.m. and 5:30 (Paul Mayer, Vallarta Food Tours; great job! A special nod to first- Kindergarten in Las Juntas, to 8:30 p.m. Dave Whitty from Patrick Robertson, Accomplished time participants Blake’s Sports painting and building repairs. St. John’s, will be performing Ex. Chef: New York, Chicago, Bar and Tunnel Road BBQ, who Jardín de Niños 15 de Mayo, traditional pub classics. The LA and Opening Ex. Chef Blanca both finished in the top 3. Kindergarten in La Primavara. annual Celtfest Vallarta will be Blue, Garza Blanca, PV; and AJ Thanks to everyone who helped Basketball court repairs in Lo held Saturday, March 14th from 2 Freeman Lead Lifestyle Scout make the 2020 Cook-Off a huge de Marcos prior to the annual p.m. to 1:30 a.m. And of course, WeLovePV.com). And we thank success. Look for a complete basketball clinic. Saint Patrick’s Day on March 17th. all the attendees who decided on review in the next edition of The And here’s a heads up that More details next week. the “Popular” Vote. Chili Digest. Murphy’s Irish Pub on the Malecon www.jaysadlerproject.com (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location 2 11 Within PV

Come feel Los Bambinos, the heart of Puerto Vallarta Old Town! While here in Puerto Each of their shows highlights the tasteful mix of traditional Vallarta, don’t miss Olas and international tunes that Vallarta loves about this talented Altas’ first performance group. Growing up listening to the Beatles and classic rock, the group, Los Bambinos! four Morales brothers bring learned to sing a capella together For over a decade straight, before taking their voice to the stage. In their musical selections, this group of four brothers the brothers beautifully synchronize their voices capturing an has earned their fame authentic sound. with precise harmonies, On Fridays, their concert brings you the heart of Latin American masterful instrumentation music that is an intimate part of their musical history. These and great humor during shows allow you to sit back and become a part of the history of their weekly shows. Mexico through their music. This performance showcases the Los Bambinos are an emblematic staple in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, group’s musical tradition with colorful guitar accentuated with presenting five different shows, six-nights per week during the 2020 season. passionate vocals. Los Bambinos are pleased to offer their concerts at their own restaurant Los Bambinos’ six weekly, 8 to 10 p.m. shows include: venue: Bambinos Trattoria (www.bambinostrattoria.com). Come hungry for an authentic Italian meal and leave satisfied - Mondays: Help! Tribute to the Beatles as a talented kitchen team and dedicated wait-staff serve you. - Tuesdays & Wednesdays: Queen Check out unbiased reviews on Trip Advisor! Bambinos Trattoria - Thursdays: Music Legends 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. is located at 314 Aguacate, corner of Carranza street in Old Town - Fridays: nights invite you to get your dancing shoes on for Fiesta Latina! Puerto Vallarta. - Saturdays: Big Girls Don’t Cry featuring Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. For reservations call 222-4357 (English spoken), tickets available Seating begins at 6 p.m. online at www.bambinostrattoria.com. See you at the show! 12 Beyond PV Composition of the ball is under study while leagues have been formed to play the sport Researchers want to save traditional pre-Hispanic ballgame

The National Autonomous University of It was created in 2015 and include teams from Mexico (UNAM) has decided to play ball, Mexico, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, Panama establishing research and sports teams dedicated and Guatemala. In Mexico alone, there are now to the conservation and promotion of the leagues associated with Olmec, Mayan, Otomi, Mesoamerican ballgame. Teotihuacan, Tlaxcala, Chiapas and Aztec Many people are aware of the ancient game cultures. because of the over 1,000 ball courts which have The game was witnessed by the conquistadors been excavated at numerous sites from central and evangelists who marveled at the ball’s Mexico into Central America. The game was an elasticity and bounce. “They had never seen any important part of the Olmec, Mayan, Toltec and ball like it, which bounced much more than those Teotihuacan as well as Aztec civilizations. The made of hair or inflated bladders, which were Náhuatl word for the game is ulama, or “hip” and usual in the Old World.” However, that did not the ball pok ta pok. stop these same Europeans from prohibiting the What most people do not know is that the game game once they took control. is still played today. determine the chemical characteristics it needs to Despite the prohibition, the game survived The focus of the game is a large solid rubber have. Another is to analyze information already underground in some areas in the northwest of ball that can weigh as much as 3 kilograms. in the archaeological data, including some balls the country. In the 1980s, filmmaker Roberto It is moved around the court by bouncing off that do survive from the pre-Hispanic period, Rochin produced Ulama in the state of Sinaloa the players’ hips as they try to get it into the without damaging them. to document the ancient practice, as well as the appropriate ring. It is known that the balls were made from the making of the ball. This same filmmaker is also The first team is a multidisciplinary group sap of the Panama rubber tree. Putting all the part of the research team. of researchers looking to recover exactly how information together, the team intends to “… Students from the Schools of Philosophy and the rubber ball was made in the past. The team conserve ancestral knowledge, and propose Letters and from the School of Chemistry are includes Emilie Carreón and Nora Pérez of a technique for the manufacture of balls for also in on the project, having established their the Institute for Aesthetic Research (IIE), as players.” stated Emilie Carreón. own team at the University City campus in well as Baldomero Esquivel, Marisol Reyes, The project is known by the long academic Mexico City in February 2020. The teams are Mayra León and Everardo Tapia of the National name of “Manufacture of the rubber ball of still in formation and members of the public are Laboratories for Research and Conservation of the Mesoamerican Ulama (or hip) game. invited to inquire. They can be seen practicing at Cultural Heritage, along with others from the Recovery of the techniques through its material the basketball and volleyball courts on Tuesdays School of Physics and modern-day players. characteristics,” but its aims are anything but and Thursdays at the campus. The exact composition and techniques for boring. UNAM hopes to get the game declared “It is a diverse community, which comes making the ball in the past are not known. The team intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO and together on the field and looks to preserve this is attacking the problem from several directions. encourage more communities to revive the game, with emphasis on the making of the rubber One is to survey indigenous communities to find playing of the game. ball.” asserted Daniel Santiago Luna, the coach out what knowledge survives with them to the Today, the game is played in different parts for the university players. present day. Another is to work with players of Latin America and now there is a World to know the exact requirements of the ball to Cup of Mesoamerican Ancestral Ball Sport. (Source: mexiconewsdaily.com) (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location 19 12 13 Beyond PV Fat Vegan bellies up to the Mexico City meatless table

Andy Hume about having always been in the restaurant industry, is that I have trained chefs on my side, and a few In a tiny nook along a busy stretch of San of them that are investors. They came down and Luis Potosí street in Mexico City’s Roma Norte helped me fine-tune the recipes to get something neighborhood the kitchen is bustling at Fat Vegan, that was really unique.” as burgers flip and fries and “wings” drown in Their signature Fat Vegan Burger is quite boiling oil. intentionally Mexican, using native ayocote beans It’s a bit of a 1950s soda counter vibe. The and huitlacoche (the national corn fungus delicacy), friendly staff decked out in Fat Vegan hats and as well as soy protein, local mushrooms, and a T-shirts whisk by with expertly created soft-serve number of native spices. ice cream shakes in fountain glasses, while the “Something that’s very cool about this company mascot, Pancho Vegan, watches over neighborhood and cool about opening,” continues everything from his post above the entrance. Bezunartea, “is that, literally, everything that goes Roma Norte has become the epicenter of CDMX’s into that burger comes from this neighborhood. vegan movement (meaning all menu items are We did a collaboration with Pancracia on Calle de 100% plant-based – no animal products). Fat Vegan Chiapas and Orizaba – they’re doing our burger opened in November and is the newest addition, buns. The flour tortillas come from La Trigueña in nestling among favorites like Por Siempre Vegana the Medellín Market. All of our produce comes from Taquería, Los Loosers, and Forever Vegano. Paty, which is a family run stand in Medellín. They But Fat Vegan’s doing it a little differently. They do a daily delivery of all our produce. [Japanese sling comfort food: a burger joint eschewing the grocery store] Mikasa sources all of our tofu. It’s notion that vegetarian food should necessarily be been sort of a community effort. “health food”. Their menu simply revels in flavor “Everything we need is just three or four blocks and is quickly becoming a local favorite, as each away from us. We have our little wagon, and we go week they break new sales records to become the around and buy everything. And all of a sudden, you go-to home for vegans, the vegan-curious, and have all these strong ties, and it’s very rewarding. straight-up meat eaters (that might otherwise avoid Sure, they buy from big companies, and we’re all vegetarian offerings). part of a supply chain. But the idea that you keep a The last thing Zack Bezunartea wanted to do after lot of that money in this micro-economy of Roma moving to Mexico City from New York was to open Norte is very cool.” another restaurant. He’d opened at least a dozen in Among the other favorites at Fat Vegan are the the U.S. “I moved here for the same reason [every Alitas Búffalo – breaded and fried tofu “wings” other expat] does,” says Bezunartea. “I was sick of with an absolutely spot-on spicy buffalo sauce my corporate job.” that they developed in-house. Their Papanachos – Papanachos with everything are a sight to behold. nacho French fries topped with soy chorizo, beans, So, Bezunartea and his partner, Rodrigo Rodríguez, mock cheddar and mozzarella, onion, jalapeño, and “jumped off the cliff” and quit their jobs, moving to “Fat Sauce” are so good that Bezunartea says they Roma about a year and a half ago. “Leaving New brought a young vegan acolyte to tears because he York, we didn’t have any plans,” says Bezunartea. simply couldn’t believe that the chorizo and cheese “Not only did we not have plans, I swore it wouldn’t hadn’t come from an animal. He thought they’d be in the restaurant industry.” tricked him into eating meat. But once they’d settled in, Bezunartea realized And absolutely don’t miss the “ice cream” that restaurants were what he knew – and knew well malteada menu, with homespun frozen soy – so he started experimenting with vegan burgers. combinations mixed with peanut butter, pretzel, “We knew what kind of menu we wanted, but it coffee, banana, mango – sweet and salty mixes to was hard to figure out how to develop it with vegan delight even the most pro lactose. ingredients. We probably started six months before Although he went against his original judgment, we opened. returned to the restaurant business, and is pretty For the burger we went through maybe 50 or 60 overwhelmed these days with 60+ hours of work, versions before we got to the final recipe. I worked Bezunartea feels good running a restaurant in on it really hard on my own and then, what’s great Mexico City. 14 Vallarta Voices Paradise and Parenting take away electronics. So They don’t concern themselves you follow through and with what their children do online, for take them, which SHOULD example, because they feel like their Winning at Parenting conceivably be a win, right? kids know more than they do about But then your life becomes technology, so why bother (by the way, Leza Warkentin unbearable with the sighs they do know more than you do, which www.mommyinmexico.wordpress.com and the laying about and the is why you should definitely bother)? commentary over parental Brick wall parents are rigid and I am the early childhood coordinator happy. I had another baby brutality. And then you controlling. Their rules are absolute. at the American School of Puerto inside my belly, and she think long and hard about These are the parents who tend to rely Vallarta. One of the many components tumbled around in there a the fact that it feels very on “because I said so”. They also to my job description involves lot, but was a great listener and didn’t much like you came in last place in a often have kids who wait until their reaching out to families and offering sass me whatsoever. game that you did not realize you were parents are out of sight and then try to parent education workshops from So yes, when I wrote the workshop, even playing. get in as much rebelling as they can. time to time. If you are the parent I was truly “Winning at Parenting”, Luckily, my “Winning at Parenting” They are fun at parties, in other words. of a preschool child, you generally mostly because it was a rigged deal. workshop was not about teens, but Backbone parents set boundaries, welcome any advice about parenting It was genuinely difficult to mess it about young children. And those but children generally know why. people who seem bent on falling off up. I look back now and understand young children were (and are) very They are open to discussion and allow high places and putting nostril-sized that my winning record has become much in my skill set because I had for creativity and problem solving on beads into their sinus cavities. pretty spotty. When your kids become been a teacher of young children for the part of their children. They also set One of the many workshops I have teenagers, you realize that when you several years. I knew a lot about up test situations where children get put together is called “Winning at win, you very often also lose at the young children and had a very good to show what they’ve learned, with Parenting”. I wrote this one when I very same time. idea about what it took to manage appropriate supervision and guidance. was in my early thirties. I had a little For example, when your child behavior so that everyone could win. These children get screen time, but baby at home who just started to walk. needs some discipline because they And, let’s be real if YOU win, it means there are limits with time and content. He was cute, easily moved when have been sassy, or uncooperative, or that your child didn’t lose. Which parent are you? Don’t worry, involved in something that could be using facial gestures that seem lewd I was inspired by a parenting I won’t publish names. I certainly construed as dangerous, and mostly for some reason, you may decide to consultant named Barbara Coloroso, don’t feel like publishing mine. But who wrote a book in 1989 called let me give you a hint: You probably “Winning at Parenting Without aren’t the same one you were a few Beating Your Kids”. I know, catchy years ago. title, right? In her book, she skilfully Children change, you change, your and humorously lays out some family dynamics change. If you’re thoughts on how to raise great people working hard to retain your backbone, without gaining an eye twitch and a I would like to give you a high five. chip on your shoulder. She talks a lot Even if it falls out from time to time. about the difference between jellyfish Even if you stand behind a brick wall parenting, brick wall parenting, and once in a while. Hey, we’re all out backbone parenting. here doing our best. Jellyfish parents don’t tend to work Oh, and pick up a copy of “Winning with a lot of boundaries or rules. at Parenting Without Beating Your These are the ones who really want to Kids”. It’s probably at least as good as be friends with their kids. attending my workshop. (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location 15 The 7 Arts 16 The 7 Arts Well-Strung’s Edmund Bagnell ‘He Plays The Violin’ debuts, OH BOY! Cabaret held over, Tori Scott is on fire!, Deborah Darr presents Benefit Show, Tom Petty, Cher Tributes at Incanto

Edmund Bagnell, first violinist and vocalist of the internationally acclaimed group Well-Strung will star in the Puerto Vallarta premiere of ‘He Plays The Violin’. Through stories and songs, the evening celebrates all things music, from classical to standards and from pop to Broadway. Accompanied by Mark Hartman at the piano. March 12 - 30. Tori Scott… is Pickled! Singer, actress, and comedian, Tori Scott has been named “the Bette Midler of the new millennium” by Provincetown Magazine. Her show features music genres from Judy Garland to Queen while she takes you on a shameless and comedic musical journey through the ups and downs of life, love, and vodka! Her powerhouse vocals and hilarious comedy have been an instant hit with audiences. She is accompanied by talented Nate Buccieri at the piano. Now playing through March 7 at 7:30 p.m. Local entertainer, Tonny Kenneth recently debuted his new show, ‘Sugar & Spice’ to rave reviews. Now playing. Visit Incanto’s website for dates and tickets. Join Puerto Vallarta’s Maria Rose for ‘007, A Black Tie Affair’ singing the iconic songs from many of the Bond films. Also starring Andrew Sands and Diego Guerrero. March 13, 7:30 p.m. Deborah Darr makes her debut at Incanto in ‘Cause I Wanna’, a benefit show forInstituto de Artes Musicales (IAMPV) and a musical reflection about making the choice to just do what you wanna when you wanna, cause you wanna. March 13, 4 p.m. Extended through March by popular demand, the legendary Gouda Gabor hosts OH BOY! Cabaret, a male revue of song, dance, and comedy. Sundays, 9:30 p.m. Democrats Abroad Film Series presents a screening of ‘On The Basis Of Sex’ on March 11, at 3 p.m. On March 12, at 3 p.m., they present The Fool Tells The Truth: A Swift Survey of Political Humor. On March 10, at 9:30 p.m. and March 11, at 7 p.m., Kara Chandler presents Cher, Believe. Also on March 17, at 4 p.m. and March 18 at 7 p.m., Martyn Jones presents Tom Petty. All tribute shows feature spot-on performances and all-live vocals. Virtuosos de Cámara presents a range of chamber music from Bach to beautiful traditional ballads, plus new music by Mexican composers and world premieres by Emmy-winning American composer John Henry Kreitler. March 7, 4 p.m. Vallarta Vocalista Ensemble brings another diverse program across four centuries of music. Now playing through March 8.

Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to midnight. Mon. 4 p.m. to midnight. Breakfast is now served on the riverside terrace Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Casual evening dining 5 to 11 p.m. daily. Happy Hour features 2 for 1 house cocktails, margaritas, and beers 4 to 5 p.m. Two for one show tickets for select current shows are available during ‘The Zen Hour’ 4 to 5 p.m. For more information and online tickets visit their website www.IncantoVallarta.com Call 223-9756 or contact them at [email protected] Located at 109 Insurgentes (by the Rio Cuale). 17 The 7 Arts

Monday Bing Young, piano - 5 p.m. Mark Hartman, piano - 5 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday Bob Bruneau, piano - 5 p.m. Stolie, singer/ songwriter/comedy (Mar. 17, 31 - 7:30 p.m.) Tatewari/Media Luna 7 p.m. (alternating weeks in theatre) Dennis Crow, piano sing-along - 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday Jorge & Lenny - 5 p.m. Tongo - 7:30 p.m. Mark Hartman, piano - 9:30 p.m.

Thursday Jay-Gee, piano - 5 p.m. Open Mic - 7:30 p.m.

Friday Joan Houston - 5 p.m. Dennis Crow, piano sing-along - 9:30 p.m.

Saturday Bingo with Pearl - 4 p.m. Mark Hartman, piano - 9:30 p.m.

Sunday Cheko Ruiz Band - Select Sundays 7 p.m. Joby & Tongo - 5 p.m. Lenar! Cuban Salsa/ vocals - 7:30 p.m. (Fidel Rebolledo Mar. 8) Dennis Crow, piano sing-along - 9:30 p.m. 18 The 7 Arts 19 The 7 Arts

Gregg Sutton Get out your party hats, put on your dancing shoes and mark the date on your calendar: Friday, March 6th, 2020! The season is at its peak now and every Shuffle has been better than the last! The Shuffle, now in its tenth season, is put on every second Friday by a large group of businesses centered on the 200 and 300 blocks of Basilio Badillo, in the heart of the Romantic Zone. The party goes from 6 to 10 p.m., and is an event that both locals and visitors look forward to with great anticipation. The participating businesses (art galleries, shops, restaurants, clubs and theaters) all serve complimentary beverages. Whether you want to meet our local artists, or do some serious shopping, or listen to some great music, or just walk around Vallarta’s favorite neighborhood soaking up the festive atmosphere, the Shuffle is a wonderful way to spend your Friday night. The majority of the participating businesses are located on the 200 and 300 blocks of Basilio Badillo. But there are also some great places to stop on nearby Constitución, V. Carranza and I.L. Vallarta Streets. In fact, the organizers have made sure that this experience is a “compact” one. All the participants are located within a few short blocks, so no matter how “happy” you get with all your complimentary drinks, you can still visit every location with ease. The Shuffle has so much to offer. One of the main attractions is shopping. By chance, many of Vallarta’s finest shops and galleries are located on the principle block of the party. Fine art, jewelry and Mexican crafts of the very best quality can be found in abundance, not to mention some great food and fabulous entertainment. All the businesses on this magical stretch of Basilio Badillo and Constitución streets have something special to offer. For the opportunity to ogle, mingle, tipple and even purchase some really wonderful art, it is an event not to be missed. The Southside Shuffle really is a must. You’ll have a ton of fun.

So don’t forget to put it on your calendar: Friday, March 6th, from 6 to 10 p.m. NEXT SHUFFLE: MARCH 20th! 20 The 7 Arts

experience in musicals behind her, Kara easily rose to the challenge, proving to “BELIEVE” * one and all that she could portray Cher, without any difficulty at all. Suddenly, Kara Chandler as Cher Kara had a new calling. One that has served her very well. Merv Buchanan Now, after a decade performing in [email protected] dinner theatres, casinos, concert halls and at corporate events, Kara has built a In every one of the last five decades, reputation as one of the top Cher tribute multi-award winner Cher has had a artists in the world. Her combination of number one song on The Billboard Chart. boundless energy, charisma, humour and With more than 200 million records sold, talent, lets her effortlessly morph into her she has been a major force on radio and alter ego, Cher, and give audiences the television and in movies and pop culture powerful and unforgettable experience publications of all stripes. She is known that only a true star is capable of giving. the world over for her sense of humour, Like Cher, Kara Chandler is an entertainer sultry voice, unique appearance, and of the highest order. outrageous fashion sense. But more than Kara brings her Cher tribute to the anything, Cher is an entertainer of the Incanto Theatre, in Puerto Vallarta, on highest order. March 10th and 11th, and to the ever- With her uncanny resemblance to popular Luna Lounge, in Bucerias, the famous star, it was only a matter on March 12th. More information is of time before a clever promoter asked available on the venues’ websites and Kara Chandler if she could also sing elsewhere in The PV Mirror. like Cher. With 10 years of theatrical * Copyright 2020. All rights reserved. (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location 17 33 21 The 7 Arts 22 The 7 Arts Even with the season winding down, The Palm shows no sign of slowing! Welcome to March, as we continue a season that has been nothing short of amazing. We still have a little over a month to entertain you, so come on over, before it’s too late.

Michael Walters - The Marvelous Mrs. Megastar Renowned vocalist and actor Michael L. Walters takes the stage by storm in a unique, loving, and critically acclaimed parody of Dame Edna’s fabulous Broadway shows! This fun-filled evening of glamour, music, and side-splitting laughter features incredible glittering gowns, outrageous comedy, original musical numbers, and of course a floral finale with Edna’s signature gladioli! The show has been hailed as a “Theatrical tour-de-force” so get your tickets today!

Michael Walters is back for yet another season with a whole new show complete with airborne gladioli. Sequins blaze and punch lines fly as Michael Walters pays unique homage to Dame Edna in his loving parody! The Diva from Down Under is back like you’ve never seen her before!

Sol Rose – He’s Back!

Miss Conception – Villains

One thing is for sure in Puerto Vallarta, and that is that Miss Conception continues to create shows that leave audiences wanting more. Kevin is a master of his stage, and is continuously working hard to perfect his shows. If you have seen his show on opening night, you may need to head over again to experience a slightly different show. The first is always great, but Kevin Levesque has the ability to kick it up a notch. The numbers don’t lie… Miss Conceptions latest extravaganza “Villains” is a definite hit. The world famous “Miss C” formula is a crowd pleasure, where you can enjoy the signature costume He’s Back! changes, with all new characters and songs. Café Bohemio’s Sol Rose returns to the stage in a one-man show of The humor is nothing short of hilarious, as she weaves her his best musicals performances in PV over the last 15 years! way through our favorite villainous characters from movies from Broadway to jazz - cabaret to blues as only Sol Rose can do with his Disney to Alfred Hitchcock. This show runs every Mondays unique style of the Las Vegas nightclubs with storytelling, comedy, and Tuesdays and continues until the end of the season in April. dance and audience participation. Don’t miss this show. 23 The 7 Arts Fernando Gonzalez, Gary Flores Starting out in NYC, JoAnna has Morales, Luis Rascon, Jose Galvan, won numerous awards including and Alberto Ramirez band together Best Patsy Cline Singer at New to offer toe tapping dance-able York’s Cowgirl Hall of Fame. music in both English and Spanish. The New York Times hails her The most fun you can have on a as “One of the Best”. In addition Friday Night. A huge hit last year, to PV, JoAnna has enjoyed 6 you can expect an evolution of new smash seasons in Provincetown material along with old favorites. Kim Kuzma – and currently 9 fabulous summer Dancing is recommended during British Invasion seasons in Ogunquit, Maine. the shows, and we are certain you Emmy Award Winner Ch Chi will not be able to sit still for very Kim Kuzma new show opened Rones is excited to be back in Vallarta long. Piel Canela joins us all season to not only much anticipation, it for a 9th season! She is excited to long and look for them at our also received rave reviews. Kim be returning home to The Palm Market Days on certain Saturdays. presents “British Invasion” which Cabaret! Chi Chi’s soaring vocal Tribute Tuesdays – is a musical journey through the range lends to the iconic and uncanny classic UK hits that have been Burton Cummings voices of the great legends she flowing to our radio stations for impersonates such as Edith Piaf, Tina Tuesday, March 10 @ 5:30 p.m. years. You’ll hear hits from Ed Turner, Judy Garland, Janis Joplin In the words of Burton Sheeran to the Beatles with special and Barbra Streisand, which must Cummings himself, “Colin Wiebe attention to the female vocalists be seen and heard to be believed. really honours my songs”. Colin such as Annie Lennox and Amy The Dynamic Duo play Wednesdays possesses an uncanny likeness to Winehouse. Kim’s costumes are and Sundays @ 9:30pm thru March something to behold as well. The the Guess Who artists both visually Sutton Lee Seymour– 29th, 2020. Singing hysterical spoofs and vocally. As an audience band is made up of Eduardo Leon on Booby Tunes of Cher, Barbra Streisand, Tina Turner, member, you won’t believe your guitar, Luis Rascon on percussion Lady Gaga, Edith Piaf (in French), and cello, and Roberto Falcon on ears and eyes as he serenades Sutton Lee Seymour’s BOOBY Janis Joplin, Amy Winehouse, Elvis bass, which makes for the perfect you through many hits, including TUNES is a campy concert at Presley, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, accompaniment. You can catch “These Eyes”, “American Woman” Carnegie Hall …in Mexico! Dolly Parton and more! Kim Kuzma’s “British Invasion” on and many more. With only a few Sutton Lee has always been Tuesdays, and Saturdays. weeks left, extremely popular set inspired by the comedy and chaos of presentations have sold out of classic cartoons… always with everywhere they perform. In the a flare for the dramatic, she’s weeks to follow, you will be gifted clever like Bugs Bunny, zany like with the music of Michael Buble, Daffy Duck, a stinker like Tweety, Elvis and more. Check out or and a hopeless romantic like Pepe online calendar for artists dates. Le Pew… Sutton Lee Seymour always has Piel Canela Kennedy Morgan – a trick or two up her sleeve and Knocking on Heaven’s Door strives to be a force of positivity Dueling Drag Divas while trying to survive the day. For the first time in Puerto Vallarta, Backed up by a live band (Mark The Dueling Drag Divas The Palm introduces something Hartman on piano, Roberto RETURN home to The Palm completely different than your Falcon on bass, and Gary Flores Cabaret and Bar for their 20th standard stage entertainment. For on drums), Sutton Lee Seymour Anniversary Season! Emmy Award those who believe in the afterlife, sings a combination of modern Winner Chi Chi Rones and NY The Palm introduces Kennedy day hits, classic jazz standards, Times Acclaimed Impressionist Jo Morgan for the first of many public Our favorite Latin band continues and show tunes with comedic Anna bring their ALL NEW 2020 medium performances. Kennedy’s to get them up dancing. Fernando twists, celebrity impersonations, All Live Singing Comedy Drag ability to communicate with those Gonzalez re-assembles his band, and her thrilling live vocals! Show back to Puerto Vallarta! that have left us, opens the door to Piel Canela and returns with a Sutton Lee Seymour’s BOOBY Jo Anna (aka Joe Perry) is those un-answered questions. The renewed energy and enthusiasm TUNES performs at 9:30 p.m. on celebrating her 14th season and show is title “Knocking on Heavens taking a prime-time slot for the Tuesdays and Fridays at The Palm reigns as the LONGEST SINGING Door”. For more information on this 2019/2020 season. Cabaret and Bar! Drag Queen in Puerto Vallarta! event, please contact the box office.

The Palm Cabaret and Bar is located at 508 Olas Atlas in the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone. Tickets to all shows can be purchased at the venue’s box office, which opens daily at 10 a.m., or online at www.ThePalmCabaret.com For more information, call 222-0200, or follow The Palm Cabaret and Bar PVR on Facebook. 24 The 7 Arts Michael Walters as Dame Edna in ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Mega Star’ “Edna’s shows always have had a similar structure” said Walters, “but I wanted to do something different and dig deep back into her somewhat shady past and make more of a musical out of it. Of course, there will be audience interaction, glittering gowns, tossed gladioli and her famed zingers, but there will be a bit more of a structure with musical numbers that tell the story of this woman, who has done everything and anything to get on a stage in front of an audience. She’s ruthless.” “I’m excited to return to The Palm. They are always so welcoming and the audiences are the best!” said Walters. “It’s also a joy to return and see the incredible artists who visit every season. I see more great cabaret here than I do in New York! Coming back to Puerto Vallarta feels like a homecoming, in a way. Every time we come back, we discover new and exciting things to do, enjoy some of our favorite things and meet many new friends!” ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Megastar’ has something for everyone and is one of the best Edna shows yet. Experience Michael Walters as Dame Edna at The Palm Cabaret on March 7, 8, 11, 12, 15, 18, 19, 22, 25, 26 & 29 at 7:30 p.m. and March 14, 21 & 28 at 9:30 p.m.

For his 4th season, celebrity impersonator Michael L Walters returns to Puerto Vallarta and The Palm Cabaret with his stellar impersonation and tribute to international comedy icon Dame Edna Everage in ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Megastar’. This hilarious show opens March 7 at The Palm Cabaret and runs through the 29th on select nights. Dame Edna is a character that was created by Australian actor, Barry Humphries. Michael Walter’s Dame Edna show is a delightful, improvisational experience with Humphries’ beloved character.

For more information and tickets go to www.thepalmcabaret.com 25 The 7 Arts

Music Hall of Fame and received a star on the Canadian Walk of Fame. “MY OWN WAY TO ROCK” * Although a California resident for many years, he still calls Winnipeg Colin Wiebe’s tribute to Burton Cummings & The Guess Who home, donating $1,000,000. to rescue an aging downtown theater, Merv Buchanan re-named The Burton Cummings [email protected] Theater, in his honour. Vancouver native Colin Wiebe spent For 10 years, Burton Cummings two decades singing The Guess Who’s was lead singer, pianist and main hits with BTO’s Randy Bachman. As songwriter for Canadian rock stars keyboardist, guitarist, and lead singer The Guess Who. His contributions along with Randy, he toured extensively as writer or co-writer include in Canada, the US, and Europe. Colin “American Woman”, “Share The has released four CDs and a live DVD Land”, “These Eyes”, “Star Baby” of original songs, some that have been and “Clap For The Wolfman”. His used in television and film. He calls his solo hits include “Stand Tall”, “My Cummings / Guess Who tribute “a labour Own Way To Rock”, “Break It To of love and a celebration of Burton Them Gently” and “Timeless Love.” Cummings’ music”. Heartily endorsed Cummings joined The Guess by Cummings, the show features both Who in 1965 after they had his solo and Guess Who hits. already enjoyed a Canada-wide When guitarist Randy Bachman left Eventually, the touring grind Colin appears at two sold-out hit with their cover of Johnny to form BTO, Cummings became became too much for Cummings, dinner shows at The Luna Lounge Kidd’s “Shakin’ All Over”. But bandleader. With his trademark and he began a highly successful March 8th & 9th, and a 5:30 p.m. international success eluded them vocals and piano driving their hits, solo career. He has been awarded “happy hour” show at The Palm on until “American Woman”, “These they sold millions of records and the prestigious Order of Canada, Tuesday, March 10th. Eyes” and “Laughing” hit the charts. toured the world. been inducted into the Canadian * Copyright 2020. All rights reserved (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location 4 7 26 The 7 Arts Life as a Spiritual Journey A book reading & discussion

Ever think of your life as a “spiritual Monette’s memoir won the Nautilus journey”? Full of ups, downs, twists, Award for books that make a better turns? Sometimes feeling like you’re world and the Global E-Book Award for along for the ride and sometimes feeling best LGBT non-fiction. like you’re in the driver’s seat? And, in Cover testimonials span the globe the end, going where? from sexologist Mariela Castro (Fidel’s On March 11 at 6 p.m., at the Living niece) to Franciscan priest Richard Room Bookstore and Cafe in the Marina, Rohr. Monette’s book is available in author Maurice Monette will share how the Marina at the Café, in the Romantic he mapped out his spiritual journey in Zone at A Page in the Sun and also at writing his award-winning memoir, The Coffee Cup. Confessions of a Gay Married Priest: A All author proceeds are donated to Spiritual Journey. non-profits, including the SETAC LGBT The collection of 80 short vignettes community center in Puerto Vallarta. offers an alternative to writing one’s The Spanish version of the book is cradle to grave story. If life is full of available at gaymarriedpriest.com significant moments, why not write The Café is located at 245 Av. Paseo de about those that relate to a key life theme la Marina Sur in Marina Vallarta and has like spirituality or travel, creativity, English language used books for adults recovery, politics, and nature? and young readers. (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location 26 27 The 7 Arts 28 Map 29 Map 30 The 7 Arts DEBBY HOLIDAY: Definitely not a one-trick pony

Paco Ojeda Three months later, her single Dive reached the #5 position in the Billboard dance charts. Multiple Billboard charting singer / songwriter Presently, she is most grateful for the success she Debby Holiday is currently performing a series has obtained through her dance hits but remains of shows at Nacho Daddy along with a live band close to her roots. “I think many people like to comprised of both local and touring musicians. In compartmentalize and put us in boxes,” she muses. order to better appreciate what to expect during “If you like classical, you must be a classical player one of her live performances, it is quite helpful to and so forth. The reality is that most of us know learn about her background. and love many different genres.” This is evidenced Debby grew up in Los Angeles close to her in her latest release, Free2B, a double album that father, Jimmy Holiday, a successful soul artist who features half rock and half dance tunes. not only topped the charts with his own singles, Debby first connected with Puerto Vallarta a few but also went on to write hits for the likes of Ray years ago when Andrew Briskin was instrumental Charles and Jackie DeShannon in the sixties. in her performing at Oscar’s restaurant in Isla Through him, she was able to experience every Río Cuale on New Year’s Eve. This led to a few aspect of the music industry early on. When it seasons performing at Act II and now she is At the time he said ‘I felt like I was waiting for comes to music preferences, she didn’t always see thrilled to be at Nacho Daddy performing with a lifetime,’ and I knew there was a song there. I things eye-to-eye with him. a live band. Through the years, she has been wanted to get every possible kind of being in the “My father was writing pop songs while I was crazy able to nurture her following and develop new video. In doing so I realized the diversity of my about David Bowie, Aerosmith, Elton John, Tina friendships locally and elsewhere. family of choice.” Turner, Bette Midler and other drama performers.” The music video for her song Waiting for a Featured on the music video is American film At first glance, her music preferences may Lifetime, available on YouTube, features a few director and producer, playwright and actor Del seem to be at odds with the fact that many of her Puerto Vallarta vistas and close friends lip- Shores, whose renowned play Sordid Lives has most successful hits have been dance songs. She syncing her words. “The song was inspired by a been produced locally. “Del had come to listen is quick to explain. “It was 2004, I had written friend from North Carolina who waited 15 years to me perform at the insistence of a mutual friend. a song called Dive, and my dear friend Andrew or so to get married to his same-sex partner. At the end of my set he told me he had a role for Briskin - who lived in Puerto Vallarta and has me, even though I’m not an actress”. This led to since left us - sent it to American dance music a 3½-year engagement in his play, The Trials and record producer, remixer, and DJ Chris Cox. At Tribulations of a Trailer Trash Housewife. The the time, I didn’t know much about remixing music play was eventually adapted for a movie as Blues (altering a song with dance beats, to create a new for Willadean, where she shared screen credits version of it) and had never imagined my song as with American character actress Beth Grant and a dance tune. When Chris heard it, he wanted to Academy and Golden Globe award-winning work with it and create a dance version.” actress Octavia Spencer. The timing could not have been better. Five What can you expect at a Debby Holiday years prior, she had been signed on by Warner performance? “I love celebrating the one thing rock Bros. but the record label was increasingly at odds and dance music have in common: letting the energy with her being black and her earnest desire to out, being free. I have a strong belief in the human write and perform rock music. “They dropped me spirit and am always grateful when people come out from my contract because, at the end of the day, to see the shows. Supporting live musicians is really they didn’t seem to quite know what to do with a important and I always try to go out of my way to black rock singer,” she explains. Debby used the connect with everyone and anyone in the audience.” funds received from the record label settlement to Learn more about Debby Holiday by visiting her start her own record label. website, www.debbyholiday.com

Enjoy Debby Holiday at Nacho Daddy on March 10 and 12. Best described as a “House of Blues” with a tropical twist, Nacho Daddy is the perfect venue to catch your favorite sports event on the street-level restaurant and enjoy a broad variety of live music performances and community theater in the upstairs performance space. Nacho Daddy is located at 287 Basilio Badillo on the south side of town. For more information, visit www.nachodaddymexico.com online, follow Nacho Daddy on Facebook at NachoDaddyPV, or call (322) 688-5566. 31 The 7 Arts 32 The 7 Arts The Boutique Community Theatre Presents … In the Time of Old Age

Paco Ojeda The Boutique Theatre has become a very important part of After a successful return of CatalinaMeders’ life, with over Gladys in Wonderland, the stage 20 Boutique Community Theatre comedy by Rosemary Frisino productions under her belt. Her Toohey, The Boutique Community roles have not only been numerous Theatre is pleased to announce its but varied, she has developed all final production for the 2019-2020 her characters to the fullest. season: a staging of Gord Carruth’s Jose Lupe is no stranger to The comedy, … In The Time of Old Age, Boutique Theatre. You may have directed by Roger Vickery. seen him performing as a guitarist / A retired educator considered one vocalist in local venues, and as the Thomas Carrol is Ruben Ludlow, Rick Bodensteiner plays Ruben of Canada’s most prolific writers of musical arranger for ‘’Patsy Cline’ a 71-year-old widower. Ludlow’s sidekick, Mickey Flaherty the country’s political / historical & ‘Billie Holiday’ offerings. musicals, Gord Carruth was born Crovo), all to the benefit Rick Bodensteiner returns to The in Hamilton, Ontario, where he of the elderly. Two other Boutique stage for the third time served at several secondary characters complete the after last season’s production of schools in the city for over three scenario: Mrs. Trampler, Love! Valour! Compassion! and this decades. During his tenure, he a German cleaning lady season’s Gladys in Wonderland. He was a huge enthusiast of extra- (played by Catalina Meders) has been living in Puerto Vallarta curricular activities, coaching and Tony Manucci, an for three and is thoroughly enjoying football and directing high school Italian bookie (played by the experience of being involved in plays, some of which he penned, Jose Lupe). community theater. including the acclaimed I Am Not With witty dialogue and Cherry Lane DeLorenzo has a Legend, in collaboration with clever one-liners reminiscent been acting for over three decades, Robert Knuckle. In addition, of Neil Simon’s classic stage performing in San Diego and Carruth has written nine major comedies, such as The Odd Puerto Vallarta, from comedies Canadian musicals that have Couple or The Goodbye Girl, to dramedies and musicals. Her been performed throughout the play moves along like a TV performances in Puerto Vallarta Canada and internationally. sitcom, providing hilarious include Steel Magnolias, and Set in a Toronto apartment, moments from all the actors Murder Mysteries of 1940. where 71-year-old Jewish and a truly entertaining time Steve Crovo retired this past year widower Rueben Ludlow (played for the audience. Here’s and started looking at new avenues by Thomas Carroll) and his more on the cast: to try. This is his second time on the friend Mickey Flaherty, an Irish- Thomas Carroll has lived stage at The Boutique, after making American World War II veteran in Puerto Vallarta for over his debut in this season’s Gladys in (played by Rick Bodensteiner), three years and is now retired Wonderland. unexpectedly come into a after 40 years of teaching. … In The Time of Old Age will fortune - forty million dollars, He has appeared in six be presented at The Boutique no less. With their new status and fun pulling off a brilliant sting on different shows, in 10 different roles Community Theatre on March 12, 13, the help of Anna Collins, a smart, Clarence Stickley, a pompous bank for the Boutique. This season he 14, 19, 20, 21, 26 & 27 at 5:30 p.m. sexy lawyer (played by Cherry manager of questionable integrity also directed his first show, the very More information and tickets are Lane DeLorenzo), they have some and morality (played by Steve successful Gladys in Wonderland. available by visiting www.btpv.org

The Boutique Community Theatre is located at 287 Basilio Badillo, above Nacho Daddy. For more information about both productions and to purchase tickets online, visit the website www.btpv.org In addition, you can follow The Boutique Theatre on Facebook at www. facebook.com/TheBoutiquePV, where you will find news, audition notices, candid photos of rehearsals and performances, and much more. 33 The 7 Arts 34 The 7 Arts

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ACT2PV – Corner of Basilio Badillo & Insurgentes – 2nd floor – 222-1512. For tickets, go toact2pv.com 36 The 7 Arts 37 The 7 Arts All Shows this Week at ACT2PV: Sophie secretly invites all three of these men to her wedding, and hilarity FABULOUS FRIDAY, March 6 ensues! 5:00 - Whitney & Tina, starring Voice of Mexico Runner-Up and #1 Songstress This delightful story features lots of in Puerto Vallarta, Diana Villamonte nostalgic singing and dancing, as well 7:00 - Best of Broadway, a musical/dance revue featuring your favorite Broadway tunes 7:30 - Donna Summer – An amazing musical/dance tribute to disco diva, as a HUGE cast, a creative and colorful Donna Summer by lookalike Raniere set design, beautiful, custom-created 9:30 - Tossed Salad, featuring drag diva, Hedda Lettuce costumes, and brilliant choreography! 10:00 – Follies La Rouge, a Broadway / Vaudeville / Burlesque show v Get your tickets now at act2pv.com. Shows are Mondays, Thursdays and SUPER SATURDAY, March 7 Saturdays. 5:00 - Donna Summer – An amazing musical/dance tribute to disco diva, Donna Summer by lookalike Raniere 7:00 - MAMMA MIA!, the Broadway Musical MAMMA MIA! 7:30 - Legendary Ladies / Celine Dion, featuring the music of the legendary ladies of Las Vegas, including Celine Dion, Barbra, Cher, Charo and more! Extended Through April! 9:30 – Mama Tits, starring in “The B**tch is Back!” Puerto Vallarta loves the Broadway SUNDAY FUNDAY, March 8 musical, MAMMA MIA! In fact, it is 5:00 - Linda Ronstadt: In My Voice, a musical tribute to Linda Ronstadt starring Brenda Gaviño the most exciting production ever in 7:00 - MJ LIVE, a musical singing/dancing tribute to Michael Jackson Vallarta history and has been selling 7:30 - BeeGees / Elton, starring the musical duo, Us Two 9:30 - Adult Content, featuring internationally-renowned Drag Darling, Sherry Vine! out every time it is performed! It has sold more tickets in just 3 1/2 months MAMMA MIA! Reviews MOTOWN MAMA MIA MONDAY, March 9 than any other show in Puerto Vallarta TripAdvisor ★★★★★ 5:00 – (CLOSING NIGHT) Adult Content, featuring internationally-renowned history! MAMMA MIA!, inspired Drag Darling, Sherry Vine! and enhanced by well-known ABBA “Finally took in Mamma Mia last 7:00 - MAMMA MIA!, the Broadway Musical tunes, is a “feel good” kind of show night and it was so worth the wait!! So 7:30 - Beyond Motown, starring Voice of Mexico Runner-Up and #1 Songstress that will make you want to sing along entertaining from start to finish, loved the in Puerto Vallarta, Diana Villamonte music, the sets, the costumes, the actors!! 9:30 - Mama Tits, starring in “The B**tch is Back!” to the familiar songs, and get up and dance in the aisles! In fact, people are Just great entertainment all round! Would TERRIFIC TUESDAY, March 10 returning to see it again and again! love to go again, and plan to!” 5:00 - Crooners & Legends, featuring Marc Lopez singing music from Jersey Boys, The story revolves around Sophie, a “...There is the possibility that this is the Frankie Valli, Michael Buble and more. 20-year old bride, who is planning to top production in the history of Act2PV. 7:00 – Follies La Rouge, a Broadway / Vaudeville / Burlesque show) get married in a little hotel on a Greek 7:30 – Donna Summer – An amazing musical/dance tribute to disco diva, It is that good, a show not to be missed.” island where she has worked with her Donna Summer by lookalike Raniere! ~Gary Beck - More of Beck’s Best: single mother, Donna, her whole life. 9:30 - Steve Grand, singer/songwriter and overnight internet sensation Theater, Cabaret and More http:// Unbeknownst to Donna, Sophie has www.facebook.com/groups/ WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY, March 11 longed to find the father she has never PuertoVallartaShows 7:00 - AVENUE Q, a quirky, very funny Broadway musical! known. After accidentally finding and 7:30 - Fleetwood Mac & The Eagles, featuring the musical duo, UsTwo reading her mother’s diary, she finds “…BEST EVER. The cast was 9:30 – (OPENING NIGHT) Battle of the Bitches, featuring NYC Drag Queens, clues that point to three lovers from amazing, so talented and entertaining. Sherry Vine and Jackie Beat (Party – 8:30 / Show 9:30) her mom’s “free-spirited” past that The entire show was a delight to see. THANKFUL THURSDAY, March 12 “might” be her father. The performances, costumes, set and 5:00 - The B**ch is Back, featuring drag diva, Mama Tits range of talent is the best I have seen.” 7:00 - MAMMA MIA!, the Broadway Musical - Christine C 7:30 - Steve Grand, singer/songwriter and overnight internet sensation “Ovation after ovation!! What a 9:30 - Tossed Salad, featuring drag diva, Hedda Lettuce night!! ♥️ We have seen West End, FABULOUS FRIDAY, March 13 Broadway and Toronto. Your 5:00 - Whitney & Tina, starring Diana Villamonte, Voice of Mexico Runner-Up production surpasses! Kudos, and #1 Songstress in Puerto Vallarta Bouquets and Congratulations!” 7:00 - Best of Broadway! a musical revue of your favorite Broadway tunes ~Donna Larkin 7:30 – Donna Summer – An amazing musical/dance tribute to disco diva, Donna Summer by lookalike Raniere! Be sure to check out 9:30 - Tossed Salad, featuring drag diva, Hedda Lettuce MAMMA MIA!’s other reviews on 10:00 – Follies La Rouge, a Broadway / Vaudeville / Burlesque Show TripAdvisor and Google.com! To buy Please check out the reviews for these shows at “Act II Entertainment” tickets, go to www.act2pv.com on TripAdvisor and GoogleMyBusiness.com! For more information Get your tickets now because every about these shows, or to buy tickets, go to act2pv.com! performance has been sold out!

ACT2PV – Corner of Basilio Badillo & Insurgentes – 2nd floor – 222-1512. For tickets, go toact2pv.com 38 The 7 Arts Show Descriptions that are animated by unconcealed human puppeteers), Avenue Q is a truly unique show that has quickly become a favorite for audiences everywhere! Although the show addresses humorous adult issues…(puppet sex!)…. and is not recommended for children, it is actually very similar to a “well-known children’s television show” where puppets are friends. Audiences everywhere have been captivated by this fresh and funny story, and it won the prestigious 2004 “The BeeGees / Elton John” “Triple Crown” for Tony Awards…. Opening Night, Wednesday, March “Adult Content” BEST MUSIC, BEST SCORE and 11 - Party 8:30 / Show 9:30 pm A New Musical Tribute BEST BOOK! During its 6-month You are invited to witness a “Battle to these legendary singers! Starring International run at Act2PV three years ago, almost of the Bitches,” featuring NYC Drag Drag Darling, Sherry Vine every show was sold out! Queens, Sherry Vine and Jackie Beat. Vallarta’s #1 Musical Duo, UsTwo The story of AVENUE Q takes place The New York Times called them (and their live band), presents a The glamorous and totally in New York City and the street is “The Laurel & Hardy of Drag! musical tribute to two of the most uninhibited Sherry Vine has Avenue Q, the only address a person “ They will take each other on, song beloved musical acts of the 20th established herself as one of the can afford when they’re fresh out of by filthy song, in this wild and crazy century, The BeeGees and Elton leading ladies of the drag world! college, out of a job, or just trying combat zone! Blindly picking topics John! UsTwo, featuring Daniel Celis She is known best for her live to find their purpose in life. It isa from a hat, each determined diva will and Noemi Plascencia, will perform singing and comedic NSFW show of coming-of-age parable that satirizes belt out one of her world-famous, sick some of the most notorious songs of parodies… and more! She adheres the issues and anxieties of entering ‘n’ twisted song parodies. these iconic entertainers, such as How to her rule of “The Three P’s: Poop, adulthood. Produced by Act2PV, It doesn’t matter whether the topic is Deep is Your Love, Tragedy, Stayin’ Penis and Prostitution” as she expertly directed by Alfonso Lopez. DRUGS, DRAG or DICK, never fear Alive, Night Fever and Your Song, skewers Lady Gaga, Madonna, Adele AVENUE Q has not been authorized – these gorgeous gals will have the Candle in the Wind, Crocodile Rock, and more. NO ONE IS SAFE! or approved by the Jim Henson perfect parody to present! Daniel, and more! For more information about this Company or Sesame Workshop, After working together for over Their repertoire changes with each show, go to act2pv.com which have no responsibility for its 25 years in shows all over the world, performance as they keep adding new content. Music & Lyrics by Robert Jackie and Sherry have an electric repertoire, but these amazing vocalists Lopez and Jeff Marx, Book by Jeff onstage chemistry that cannot be (and their live band) will definitely Whitty, Based on an original concept denied! treat you to an unforgettable evening by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx. This double dollop of drag delight of music! Avenue Q is presented through special has wowed SOLD OUT crowds all TripAdvisor ★★★★★ arrangement with Music Theater over the world, and this is a show International (MTI). All authorized NOT to be missed! “…Amazing! Great talents both of materials are also presented by MTI, FOUR SHOWS ONLY! them and their band and crew! 2.5 hours of music flew by with us wanting 423 W 55th St, NYC, NY 10019 - TripAdvisor ★★★★★ (212) 541-4684 / (212) 397-4684 FAX more. We loved their special flare for www.MTIShows.com “In the Battle of the Bitches it’s the their songs and their amazing voices audience that comes out the winner! Clever, and banter. Can’t wait to come back TripAdvisor ★★★★★ witty and raucous!” - Mr. Dan, Cavern next.. Definitely recommend! Avenue Q “I thoroughly enjoyed, laughed until Club Celebrity Theater, Los Angeles I cried, and I’m a sucker for happy “These two drag legends clearly have “Best of Broadway!” Avenue Q is a quirky, funny on-stage chemistry… Their wildly- endings - I’ve seen this show countless A 5-star musical/dance revue Broadway musical featuring puppets entertaining and delightfully-offensive times before, in Ogunquit, Maine; New of your favorite Broadway shows and live actors! York City .... This performance rivaled mix of humor had the packed house sore from laughter!” — Brandon The “Best of Broadway,” is one of AVENUE Q is a delightful, laugh- the Best of them!...” Voss, Voss Events, Fire Island the most exciting productions ever out-loud American musical that was “Jackie Beat & Sherry Vine are two experienced at Act2! performed on Broadway from 2003 to Avenue Q comedic masters who hold nothing Directed by Act2PV managing 2019. Filled with gut-busting humor featuring NYC Drag Queens, back… Best show ever!” — George partner, Danny Mininni, this show is and a delightfully catchy score (not to Sherry Vine and Jackie Beat Armenta, Club Ripples, Long Beach. magical! mention the use of full-size puppets

ACT2PV – Corner of Basilio Badillo & Insurgentes – 2nd floor – 222-1512. For tickets, go toact2pv.com 39 The 7 Arts She has the same style, grace, energy and voice, too! Donna’s distinctive sounds of funk, soul and pop are infused into Rainere’s performances, while her infectious personality captivates her fans as they dance along to the energy of the music. On her decision to create a show honoring Donna Summer, Rainere explains, “It was a realization that I didn’t just SING Donna’s songs, I and many more of the greatest FELT them. They were embedded so “Beyond Motown” crooners and legends of all time deeply inside me that I knew I could honor her by recreating her presence Our goal is to delight your senses Diana Villamonte, Vallarta’s #1 for audiences who remember how great by touching a favorite memory from Featuring four amazing singer/ songstress (and runner-up in “The Voice she and her contributions were to all the past, and nothing does that better dancers, Daniela Treviño, star of Act2’s of Mexico”) has returned for her THIRD of us!” Rainere has performed in live than music! With songs like Who “Legendary Ladies/Celine Dion,” SOLD-OUT SEASON! Featuring songs theater, music videos, motion pictures, Loves You, Baby, Sweet Caroline, Faride Talamas, co-star of last year’s by The Supremes, Michael Jackson, TV, and has been a popular entertainer Sway, Fly Away, Unchained Melody, “Twist & Shout,” Marc Lopez, whose Queen, The Temptations, Frank Sinatra, on cruise shops and a variety of Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You, and “Crooners and Legends” show just Mariah Carey, The Jackson 5, Stevie social and corporate events. But she many many more, “Crooners and debuted at Act2 this week, and Víctor Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Alicia Keys, and experiences her greatest joy when Legends,” singer/dancer Marc Lopez, Do Espirito, former lead singer at Hard MANY more…. seeing her enthusiastic, live audiences is an international crooner who as Rock Hotel in Riviera Maya and Puerto being transported back to the dance- TripAdvisor ★★★★★ performed in The United States, Vallarta, audiences have been spellbound oriented period of the ’70s! It’s not just Europe and all over Mexico. Most by the high calibre of musical expertise, “...Powerfully gifted singer… natural the stunningly similar appearances to recently, Marc was a headliner in choreography and showmanship that and captivating stage performer…” Donna that makes this show great… one of the most popular nightclubs in each person brought to the stage. People it’s also the remarkable live vocals and Mexico City, and is currently starring have said it is on par with West End and signature choreography that make up in Act2PV’s headlining show, “The Broadway productions! the complete winning package. “Best of Broadway” showcases 20+ Best of Broadway.” songs from Broadway shows, including TripAdvisor ★★★★★ A Chorus Line, Grease, Dream Girls, Funny Girl, Les Miserables, Wicked, “...incredible voice, charming, Cats, West Side Story, Sound of Music charismatic and great strength and and many more! It features incredible presence on stage. An excellent selection dancing, creative set designs, gorgeous of themes, from Sinatra to Barry White, “The B**ch is Back” costumes and beautiful choral through Elvis and many more, with Blubé style. A complete show delight!...” harmonies, duets, solos, and mini The beloved Mama Tits, Vallarta’s vignettes, each song sparkling with 6’7” POWERHOUSE vocalist and “Donna Summer” pure Broadway brilliance! If you love drag queen, returns to Act2PV for any kind of music, you will love this her 5th season, Mama Tits is back “Fleetwood Mac show! Fridays - 7:00 pm. Tickets are with another raw and witty take on & The Eagles” available at act2pv.com life, sex, relationships and living your The magical musical duo, Us Two, TripAdvisor ★★★★★ truth, with all new music and stories, including jazz, blues, pop and rock! is featured in a musical tribute to the Absolutely phenomenal everlasting and timeless music of two Not enough superlatives for these TripAdvisor ★★★★★ unforgettable groups from the 70s… incredible performers. We saw “...hysterically funny and sings FLEETWOOD MAC and THE last nights show on Broadway and beautifully, all while being incredible EAGLES! UsTwo will perform songs Broadway should be as great as these honest and moving about her true life that will bring back memories from these two great groups, such as New performers. If you are in PV treat experience..” A Tribute to Disco Diva, Kid in Town, One of These Nights, yourself to the best entertainment Donna Summer, by Raniere you’ll ever see. If they charged a $150. “Crooners & Legends” Take It Easy, Heartache Tonight, a ticket it would still be worth every From the moment Rainere steps on Dreams Everywhere, Landslide, penny. Boss man Danny you are the Featuring music from The Jersey the stage, you will be blown away by her Desperado and many more. quintessential Pro. Boys, Frank Sinatra, Frankie Valli, uncanny resemblance to Donna Summer!

ACT2PV – Corner of Basilio Badillo & Insurgentes – 2nd floor – 222-1512. For tickets, go toact2pv.com 40 The 7 Arts TripAdvisor ★★★★★ stunning likeness, as well as her “...OMG! This has to be one of the best beautiful, clear voice, and refreshing concerts I have seen in a very long time!…” smile is the perfect combination to take on such an amazing performer! TripAdvisor ★★★★★ “...I was very impressed with this show and am very glad I saw it. I’m a longtime Linda Ronstadt fan and Brenda Gavino gives her a wonderful Jackson! MJ LIVE is a visual and A musical tribute to the iconic music musical journey through the life of the of the legendary ladies of Las Vegas tribute. Back by an excellent band, Gavino sings a wide range of Ronstadt’s 20th century’s most idolized entertainer Daniela Treviño, one of the stars of songs across the years … Gavino and promises to repeat the whole Act2PV’s hit musical revue, “Best of possesses a beautiful voice and a true “Michael Jackson Experience.” MJ LIVE features six dancers, acrobats, “Follies La Rouge” Broadway,” performs a musical tribute passion for Ronstadt’s music…” A+” to many of the wonderful women who and an incredibly talented Venezuelan A Broadway/Vaudeville/Burlesque have performed in Las Vegas over the TV personality and Award-winning show, presented by Kimberly LaRue years. Saluting Celine, Barbra, Charo, Micheal Jackson impersonator, Jose Cher and many more, this young lady is Martinez, The show also features NYC dancer Kimberly LaRue one of Mexico’s brightest shining stars, incredible sound and lighting effects presents Follies La Rouge, a bedazzling and has the best voice Vallarta has seen by Sebastien Lepage. system and a dance extravaganza featuring in decades! Her show is a must-see in multi-faceted light show! With songs vaudeville comedy, as well as beautiful Vallarta. You will never forget her! such as Thriller, Billie Jean, Smooth showgirls, gorgeous guys, dynamic Tickets are available at act2pv.com Criminal, Bad, Beat It, ABC, Don’t singers and fabulous entertainers! This Stop Til You Get Enough, etc., this show is full of glitz, glamour, colorful TripAdvisor ★★★★★ 90-minute spectacular pays homage costumes, love and surprises! The MAMMA MIA! Legendary Ladies to the songs and dances that made show also features some unbelievably “... amazing and has great stage MAMMA MIA!, the Broadway Michael Jackson one of the most beautiful dancing by the fabulous Ana performance...and is beautiful! She Musical, is featured on the Main revered artists of our time. Vasquez Rodriguez dance troupe, and it sang songs from a few artists including Stage! This is the most exciting is a full two hours of non-stop fun that TripAdvisor ★★★★★ Celine Dion, Cher and Barbara production in Vallarta history and will keep you on the edge of your seat! Streisand (as well as a few others). has been selling out every time it is “...MJ singer had all the unique moves This is a must-see in Puerto Vallarta! She has a couple good looking male performed! Audiences are raving about of MJ and was spot on in the delivery! TripAdvisor ★★★★★ dancers that work with her as well. it and the TripAdvisor and Google.com ... An incredible experience…” I highly recommend this show. You reviews are out of this world! “… Genius!!! Follies la rouge!!! won’t be disappointed!” (For more information, see “I can’t remember the last time description above.) Mondays, I was so inspired by a show. This Thursdays & Saturdays - Almost all production is vibrant, sexy and alive. shows have sold out in advance. If you took the best that all of puerto Get your ticket now! vallarta is and placed it on stage, this crown jewel of a performance would TripAdvisor ★★★★★ represent Pv beautifully. Combining Mama Mia!. “This has to be one of the dance, music, burlesque, joy, energy greatest productions in Puerto Vallarta. and inspirational gender fluidity, this Have seen many Broadway NYC and production transports and transcends! London productions and this compares I know I sound over the top but I don’t favorably. A must see when visiting PV.” Steve Grand know how else to say that this show is “Linda Ronstadt, phenomenal. If you only do one show Singer/songwriter and overnight In My Voice” in Puerto Vallarta… Do this one. Go MJ LIVE! internet sensation, Steve Grand, shares to the Friday night 10 PM show. Take Singer/Dancer Brenda Gaviño his highly vulnerable and personable A Musical and dance tribute stage presence on the Red Room Stage, your friends, lovers, family for dinner who has always had a special affinity to Michael Jackson and a drink then go see this show. for the music of the timeless living making his frequently SOLD OUT shows Unforgettable. Genius.” legend, Linda Ronstadt. Singing “MJ LIVE” is a thrilling musical feel like an intimate gathering of friends songs like Blue Bayou… You’re No extravaganza, dedicated to the creative in his living room as he accompanies “Legendary Ladies / Good, Poor, Poor Pitiful Me, Just One genius and unsurpassed talent of the himself on piano and guitar and interacts Celine Dion” Look, Allison, and more….. Brenda’s legendary “King of Pop,” Michael with the audience between songs.

ACT2PV – Corner of Basilio Badillo & Insurgentes – 2nd floor – 222-1512. For tickets, go toact2pv.com 41 The 7 Arts This all-new, up-close and intimate performed on countless cruises ships, the music of two of her favorite singers, show will feature many of your favorite toured with Roseanne Barr as her opening Whitney Houston and Tina Turner! With songs from Steve’s original catalog, as act. Whether you’re looking for one or two her powerhouse voice and infectious well as some of his favorite music by show-stopping, jaw-dropping numbers — personality, Diana is the perfect singer to Queen, Elton John, George Michael, or a full ONE HOUR show of music and take on the iconic Whitney (her lifelong Billy Joel, Kacey Musgraves and more! comedy — Jackie Beat is your “girl! inspiration), as well as the effervescent and ageless Tina Turner, with whom she TripAdvisor ★★★★★ ★★★★ “Jackie Beat is my fav shares an uncanny resemblance, both drag queen and she is always so much “Highlight of our trip! ❤ Steve is physically and vocally. Diana’s show fun!” — PH Diamond charismatic, a talented singer with emotion is the perfect vehicle to combine the with a good heart and funny too! …” ★★★★★ “Jackie ALWAYS gives energy and talent of these two virtuosos! an incredible show! Funny as hell and Diana Villamonte, one of the most La Cage Aux Folles - constantly keeps the audience in gut- talented entertainers that has ever crossed List of Characters wrenching laughter. She is an amazing the Act2PV stage, has been starring to sold- performer and I can’t wait to see her out audiences for the past three years. She Albin – the aging star of La Cage next show.” — Austin Nation is “magical” in this show. She continues to aux Folles who performs as the drag win the hearts of her audiences over and queen Zaza and Georges’ husband. over, and people are amazed at the talent Georges – The owner and master of this beautiful, young singer. of ceremonies of La Cage and Albin’s This show is a MUST-SEE in Puerto husband of over 20 years. Vallarta and is good for all ages. Jean-Michel – Georges’s 24-year- TripAdvisor ★★★★★ old son from a brief heterosexual Talk Dirty to Me fling in Paris, raised by Albin and “...The Best Entertainment in PV…” Georges as “mother” and father. Starring International Drag Star, “Tossed Salad” Jacob – Albin and Georges’s butler, Jackie Beat. OPENING NIGHT – Featuring 6-time Drag Queen of the With FOUR (and sometimes although he prefers to be called the Wednesday, March 18 Year Award-winner (HX magazine) FIVE) shows every night, Act2PV maid, who dreams of performing in (Party 8:30 pm / Show 9:30 pm) and the legendary “green goddess” of has been voted the #1 Entertainment their show. He is close to Albin and Venue in the Banderas Bay! Drag superstar, JACKIE BEAT, has drag, Hedda Lettuce. Celebrating her often at odds with Georges. If you are looking for high- been entertaining audiences across the fifth season at the Red Room Cabaret, Jacqueline – Albin and Georges’s quality theatrical productions, U.S. and in Europe for over TWENTY- Hedda will toss out the perfect mix of stylish, imposing friend and the internationally renowned musical FIVE YEARS with her razor-sharp fresh, crisp improvisational comedy, owner of Chez Jacqueline, a well- cabaret, or drag shows, Act2PV comedy and hysterical song parodies. She bawdy and biting wit, light dancing and known elegant restaurant. continues to bring you the BEST OF not only warps hits by Britney Spears, lush, live (NOT lip-synched) singing! Anne Dindon – Jean-Michel’s THE BEST entertainment for 2020! Madonna, Mary J. Blige, Christina All this, along with her colorful fiancée. This beautiful, 5-star venue truly has Aguilera, Cher, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, costumes, creates the perfect show! Edouard Dindon – Anne’s ultra- something for everyone! Mariah Carey and many others, but she TripAdvisor ★★★★★ conservative father and the deputy general of the Tradition, Family, and flawlessly sings her twisted, new versions “...Absolutely one of the most Act2PV’s incredible entertainment, LIVE — hitting every last note. hilarious shows I’ve ever seen!” with its amazing sound and lighting Morality Party. Her hilarious music videos on YouTube systems, is on par with any theater Marie Dindon – Anne’s mother are huge hits that have been seen by in North America! Excellent live and Edouard’s wife. millions of people. Jackie’s stand-up has musical entertainment (with no Francis – The stage manager of La been featured in comedy clubs across the cover) is also offered in the beautiful, Cage. country and on Comedy Central, VH-1 fully-equipped Encore bar! Come M. Renaud – Albin and Georges’ and MTV. Her scathing song parodies early and enjoy a drink! Tickets are friend and the owner of the have been featured on America’s Top available at act2pv.com Promenade Café. Forty with Ryan Seacrest, The Howard Please check out the many Saint-Tropez Townspeople: Stern Show, Much Music TV, Yo on E! reviews for Act2PV shows at “Act Babette, Colette, Etienne, Hercule, and PerezHilton.com. She has appeared “Whitney & Tina” II Entertainment” on TripAdvisor Paulette, Mme. Renaud, and Tabarro. on many TV shows such as “Sex and the and GoogleMyBusiness.com and Les Cagelles: 12 ensemble drag City” and in several movies including starring Diana Villamonte, Vallarta’s Facebook! For more information, performers who work at La Cage (six “Flawless” with Robert DeNiro, the #1 songstress (and runner-up in “The or to buy tickets, go to act2pv.com! in the 2010 Broadway Revival) – festival hit “Wigstock The Movie” and the Voice of Mexico.”) You can also get your tickets at our Angelique, Bitelle, Chantal, Clo-Clo, camp cult horror favorite “Gingerdead Man Diana Villamonte, runner-up in the Box Office which is open daily from Dermah, Hanna, Lo Singh, Mercedes, 3: Saturday Night Cleaver.” Jackie has also Voice of Mexico competition, and #1 10:00 am to 10:00 pm. Monique, Nicole, Odette, and Phaedra. been in many off-Broadway productions, in the hearts of Vallartans, will presents

ACT2PV – Corner of Basilio Badillo & Insurgentes – 2nd floor – 222-1512. For tickets, go toact2pv.com 42 The 7 Arts 43 Health Matters the details but it was fascinating, back into my colon to make up for she explains that at this moment the ones just flushed out with all the they can discover abnormalities in “bad” ones. Spring cleaning the matter flushing back out the see The procedure is done in about through tube. She compliments my one hour and for the optimal result it Cecilia Hedström strong colon, I had no idea what she is recommended you come back 2-3 did mean by that, I was just so happy times within one week and that is To me, there is no such thing as peppermint, what else could I have things were looking good to her! considered one full treatment. Since half ass (pun intended), when you been expecting… She continues to do this water- I have a skinny figure too much are committed to something there is She gives me a robe and my pants flushing-in-and-out procedure 3 more and rapid weightless would be very only one option for me, to give it my come off, she asks me to visit the times and on the final one the water unhealthy for me, I will wait about one absolute 100% effort and dedication. ladies room one last time before the flushing back out is looking clean week for my next visit and cleanse. So, when Dr. Zoli set me up for a procedure. I lay on the wide hospital with no other matter in it. Still no Dr Zoli asked me to continue with my series of treatments at Holistic Bio bed where a warm and cozy pillow has smell. When the water is all flushed normal healthy omnivore diet and then Spa he did tell me one of them would been given to me to rest upon. Nurse out the last time the tube is removed I’m sent off home. Lighter, cleaner be a colon cleanse, I agreed to it of Luz explains the process calmly and and we are done! I feel so light, at and more energized than ever before. course, without hesitation. pedagogically and with patience she this point, almost like gravity no The main objective of Colon Through the years I’ve read answers all my nervous last-minute longer holds my feet down to earth, Hydrotherapy is to flush out pockets of articles, blogs and science reports on questions like, is it painful? Will there the lightness of my body is something mucus, caked on matter that contains the treatment and have learnt that the be a smell? Will this feel awkward? I’ve never could have imagined but I hidden bacteria, parasites, candida benefits are plenty, but I just hadn’t (As if anyone could have me believe understand the euphoria-like feeling and other pathological materials felt comfortable enough to take the them if they said no.) When will I other people have told me they felt that may overwhelm our purification bull by its horns and given it a go feel like eating again? Will it hurt? after the cleanse. Luz explains that organs such as out liver, kidneys, our yet because of reasons like the place And after kindly answering basically people who suffer irregularities and skin and lungs. The toxic deposition didn’t seem serious enough or that the the same questions two times over we constipation describe the feeling moving through our body’s tissues staff wasn’t knowledgeable enough. can start. afterwards religiously, I am relative and cells then becomes able to trigger But with HBS none of those concerns I roll on my side and the tube is regular and haven’t suffered much a variety of other illnesses. went through my mind thanks to their placed in position, the tube that will digestion or stomach issues but yet It is not only cleansing but it will spotless clinic, communicative and lead the rests of sinful eating out of I get some of the sensation other help with weight loss without any experienced staff plus a technique my colon and into a closed system, patients have described too. other effort from you, you will be that makes the whole unmentionable this is obviously a very important Now here comes the part that really sure to lose those sluggish kilos and treatment worth talking about. step in the procedure to secure no had me trust HBS to be one and only move into a healthier, lighter and Let me take you with me to the leakage or smell. With great skill and place for my cleanse, after the actual brighter stage of life. C day, not C as in Cecilia but as in slow movements, I am surprised that cleanse, I lay down on the bed on I feel like I am soaring, nothing Colon Cleanse. I am not yet uncomfortable, not the my side once again and a slim tube embarrassing, very educational and The day had finally come, I was slightest, no pain, no pinching, and I in now to put new “good” bacteria super effective! nervous but actually more excited. roll onto my back like normal, yet so I had been given instructions not normal! Holistic Bio Spa is located in Plaza Marina, Local B-10. beforehand to eat like I normally do She turns the tap on that slowly fills Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., but not too much nor too little. my colon with lukewarm water, I am I make sure to get there early and told to let her know when a feeling Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tel.: 221-1607 I am welcomed with a smile and I of constipation arises. It does take sit down to read a magazine while a while and all the water entering www.HolisticBioSpa.com Email: [email protected] waiting for Dr. Zoli. And boy, does it makes my belly swells up. seem the treatment is worth chatting To me it feels like water is rushing about, the other ladies in the waiting in, but Luz assures me it’s moving room are raving to me about the slowly by demonstrating a slow drip cleanse when I tell them why I’m in the sinker washing your hands there, and without getting into any right next to us. Uhuh, is the sound details the are helping me let go of I make. my nerves and wish me good luck as It takes a while but when the feeling nurse Luz takes my under the arm and comes, it’s undeniable and I feel like walks me into the treatment room. I need a toilet right now, now, now, And there it is, the Rolls Royce now! It feels as though I haven’t been of Colon Cleansing, it is very big to the toilet in forever and the feeling and very impressive, and honestly, a is unstoppable. Luz then turns the little frightening to a newbie like me. tap and the water flushes back out But the room is bright and smells of the way it came in. I will spare you 44 Health Matters The Healing most researchers agree that hormonal Herbal treatments. Herbal changes are the primary cause of treatments have been in use for Power hot flashes. Certain pre-existing several thousand years, and many of Plants conditions and lifestyle choices of these herbs have been researched Ricardo Mazcal can also increase a woman’s risk of by pharmaceutical companies [email protected] Herbalist and Nutritionist suffering from them. extensively, but these herbs cannot be patented. Many plants contain Risk Factors for Hot Flashes. compounds called phytoestrogens Psychological, behavioral, and or “dietary estrogens,” which are Managing hot flashes naturally health reasons make some women capable of binding to human estrogen more likely than others to suffer receptors. Plant-based estrogens Hot flashes are caused by hormonal regulated, women experience hot from hot flashes. These factors can help women experiencing reduced fluctuations during the transitions flashes, as well as other psychological affect a woman’s hormone levels and estrogen levels by increasing the women go through during their and physiological disorders. increase the chances that a woman effect of the hormone on the body. reproductive life. Specific hormonal causes and will develop hot flashes during her Natural Remedies When hot flashes occur, organs other factors influence a woman’s reproductive life. for Hot Flashes: don’t receive the correct signals to individual experience of hot flashes, Symptoms of Hot Flashes TURMERIC tinctures: The active function adequately. At that point, such as: A rapid influx of heat, mostly in the ingredient is Curcuma Longa, along hormonal disorders occur. Hormones Puberty is the stage in which a girl’s upper body (especially face and neck, with Piperin. This super tincture are chemical messengers that control body starts to secrete reproductive but may include the whole body) contains powerful anti-inflammatory every organ in the body. The exact hormones, and her body begins to Flushing effects of such importance that the way that hormones interact with develop. This hormone production, Sudden sweating liver can clear out old hormones, positive parts of the body, particularly along with other factors, leads to hot Rapid or accelerated pulse, palpitations alleviating menopausal symptoms. the brain, is not yet completely flashes. Other symptoms. Licorice root tincture. Menopausal understood. There is a clear link Pregnancy involves constant At other times, they may be women who take licorice extract between the fluctuations between fluctuations in hormones, particularly accompanied by nausea, headaches, three times daily for eight weeks female sex hormones, estrogen and the reproductive hormones necessary and anxiety. reduced the severity and frequency progesterone, and the regulation for sustaining the baby. During How to diagnose hot flashes and of hot flashes. Licorice root contains of the hypothalamus, which is the gestation, weight gain contributes to other signs of hormonal imbalance: phytoestrogens. body’s thermostat. hot flushes. Rapid or irregular heartbeat Valerian root tincture helps reduce Lack of estrogen can complicate a Post-partum and breastfeeding Irregular levels of reproductive the intensity of hot flashes, and woman’s hypothalamus and make it are other phases in which the levels hormones in the blood manage menopausal symptoms, and believe that the body is overheating. of reproductive hormones change, Fluctuating blood pressure or body reduces the number and severity Making the brain send orders to the causing hot flashes. temperature of hot flashes. Valerian contains body to cool down, causing the blood Menopause is the period of Diagnosis of Hot Flashes. phytoestrogens and also influences vessels to dilate or expand, producing transition in which reproductive Some women feel that their constant serotonin activity and improves sleep. a lot of sweat. hormones progressively drop to close hot flashes are so severe that they Black cohosh tincture is an herb This is why women experience out a woman’s childbearing years. interfere with daily life. Women may used by Native American cultures hot flashes during times of hormonal Causes of hot flashes provide the often seek treatment to help prevent for centuries to relieve menopause imbalance such as puberty, PMS, key to understanding how to prevent and manage their hot flashes. symptoms. menstruation, pregnancy, post- and treat these attacks. Hot flashes Happily, hot flashes have no Black cohosh may not be partum, and menopause. If estrogen are a complex mechanism and are medical complications, but they can recommended for women with and progesterone levels are not not entirely understood; however, disrupt daily activities and have social estrogen-affecting conditions, such as ramifications. Women who suffer breast, ovarian, or uterine cancer. from hormonal imbalance alongside You can find me at theMarsol Hotel hot flashes are prone to anxiety and lobby by the Pier on Friday mornings, depression. at the Lions’ Club on Saturday Hot flush treatments. mornings and Wednesday evenings Start with adequate nutrition, at Arte Viviente at 800 Morelos regular exercise, and beneficial habits. downtown. Pharmaceutical treatment or herbal Please e-mail me at treatment. [email protected] Pharmaceutical treatment options are: to provide you with additional Contraceptives, information about Hot Flashes, Selective Serotonin reuptake inhibitors treatments, herbal supplements, Hormone replacement therapy tinctures, antiviral herbs, and food (HRT) have a long history of adverse recipes to achieve your health and side effects. nutrition goals. 45 Health Matters

Adult daughters of alcoholics always feels that they are better. The Other-Directed One: relies …and maybe the rest of us too! In relationships, she wants to be in heavily on what other people think control and is usually willing to do she should do and is always trying (part 1 of 2) more than her share to achieve it. to be the person she thinks everyone Giselle Belanger Some of the negative characteristics expects her to be. The emotional RN, LCSW are: perfectionist, difficulty relaxing, motivation is a deeply rooted fear can’t express feelings, never wrong, of being abandoned if she exposed workaholic, marries a dependent her feelings and needs. She believes There is a classic book in the you to create some balance in your person, fears failure, and unable to that in order to be accepted, she addiction field written specifically life, d) helped you to overcome play. should do what others want her to about daughters who grow up inconsistency and chaos. Although The Triangulator: never deals do. If she is in pain, she will hide in alcoholic homes. Robert J they probably worked well for you with anyone or anything directly, it. She pretends she is always happy. Ackerman, PhD, spent his career then, do you still need them now? always has excuses; it’s never her She does everything for everybody specializing in alcoholic families Do you even know what they are? fault. She became the focal point else and has great difficulty doing and has written numerous books. If you continue to implement these in her parent’s relationship by anything for herself. She has This one in particular is “Perfect behaviors, they prolong more of acting out in negative unacceptable a very limited self-identity. In Daughters”. In it, he describes the same; same pain, same crisis, behavior so that they could avoid relationships, she is overly sensitive the experience of growing up in same dysfunctional relationships. dealing with each other. She is to criticism, denies her own feelings, an alcoholic home, differentiates Do you want to break-free from old courageous, creative, has lots of and has a terrible time establishing between the impact of alcoholic childhood behaviors and roles? Are friends, and is adventurous. Her boundaries. She is charming, has a mothers and alcoholic fathers, they holding you back and keeping negative characteristics are: conduct good sense of humor, is adaptable, and describes the long-term effect you from growing? disorders, substance abuser, passive- team player, cooperative, energetic, into adulthood. He focuses on the You have to know what to change aggressive, poor communication joyful. The negative characteristics impact on parenting, relationships, Wanting to change is one thing; skills, angry, and manipulative. include: indecisive, no sense of intimacy, self-esteem, the need to be knowing what to change is quite The Passive one: noticed more self, overly dependent, and needs perfect, the need to be controlling, another. Ackerman identifies for what she doesn’t or won’t do, for constant approval. and much more. His findings are eight different patterns that carry example, she is never the player in Well, so far, how many of you have based on years of research and over from childhood and he the game; always the spectator, she identified with any of these types or interviews with these women. identifies positive and negative is never the actor, but the reactor, she maybe they remind you of a friend or (NOTE: All information in this implications. He explains that you, goes along with everything and has family member? article is from: ACKERMAN, this adult woman, are a survivor low self-esteem. In relationships, Robert (2002) Perfect Daughters and you possess many positive she tolerates a tremendous amount Note: Be sure to look for next (revised edition). Deerfield Beach, qualities. The negative qualities or of inappropriate behavior, is willing week’s article, which will continue FL, USA: Health Communications, characteristics cause you pain and to be second, never expresses her with the other four types. Inc., ch 10, pgs 171-198.) keep you from enjoying life. The needs, and takes the path of least The rest of us key to recovery is to overcome the resistance. She is tolerant, highly Giselle Belanger Interestingly, these traits do not negative characteristics. He then adaptable, a loyal friend, empathic, RN, LCSW (psychotherapist) is available just apply to women nor do they identifies a list of things you need to a good listener. The negative for appointments in person, by phone, only apply to growing up in an do to transition from those negative characteristics include: low self- or by skype webcam. alcoholic home. I have known many characteristics. worth, eating disorders, depressed, Contact info: [email protected] people who have very similar if not 8 Types: (Keep in mind that no one joyless, shy, lonely, and won’t Mex cell: 044 (322) 138-9552 exact traits growing up in homes type completely describes anyone standup for herself. or US cell: (312) 914-5203 with some other stressor such as and that you will probably identify a bi-polar parent, or a borderline with several). parent, or a workaholic parent. I The Achiever: all-knowing, think many of you relate to and ever competent, totally in control, identify with these descriptions and very responsible, accomplishment– types. Many of the characteristics oriented. Her accomplishments also fit the descriptions of children are the basis of her self-worth. Her according to their birth order. self-worth is always external, so As a child, you probably adapted to that the only way to be validated is life the best you could which required to do things that others recognize developing certain “adjustment as worthwhile. She is emotionally behaviors”. They probably: a) kept motivated by a sense of inadequacy you from feeling abandoned, b) met or not being good enough. She the expectations of others, c) helped compares herself to others and 46 Health Matters

Medicinal Mushrooms Chaga polysaccharides, specifically help those suffering from neurological Another look at the its beta-glucans, have the ability to boost disorders, but through NGF stimulation, fungus among us… the production of lymphocytes (white it can potentially reverse the cognitive blood cell that regulates the immune deterioration that creeps up on many Krystal Frost response to infectious microorganisms of us as we age. Lion’s mane has no and other foreign substances). Chaga is known side effects. a rich source of antioxidants, one dose 4. Turkey Tail (Coriolus versicolor of dual-extracted chaga (the typical or Trametes versicolor) Soo... we started to hear about the being reversed - both physically and amount found in a single cup of strong Use turkey tail to: benefits of medicinal mushroom for cognitively. 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Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) support and regulation. But what sets your stress levels, ensure restful sleep, hormonal system (and surprisingly few Lion’s mane looks like a cluster of turkey tail apart are two of its unique and cure myriad physical, emotional, of us do - for a slew of reasons, including cascading white strands. beta-glucans: PSK and PSP. and mental ailments.” the impact of environmental toxins and - Improve memory PSK has received national media Here are 4 of the best. the overprescribing of prescription - Boost concentration attention for its anticancer properties. 1.- Reishi THE QUEEN medications), your body can relax and - Protect your nervous system PSK and PSP in turkey tail have the - Sleep better recover during the night as it is meant to. Unlike the shape of most mushroom ability to regenerate white blood - Stress less 2. 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Reishi mushrooms, then chaga is the big and digestive problems, including selling anticancer drug in Japan, and has the ability to boost the body’s daddy, the implacable and respected cancers. It was also used as a general is used in combination with surgery, immune system to protect it father of the mushroom world. restorative due to its anti-inflammatory, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. against pathogens such as viruses, The first recorded usage of chaga antibacterial, and immunomodulation We had a couple of calls for turkey tail bacteria, and parasites. Even when dates to 17th century Russia, where properties. 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For questions and comments - Lion’s mane stimulates the synthesis of (See location number on Central Map) on Central number (See location Cell: 322 116-9645 8 NGF. It not only has the potential to Email: [email protected] 47 Real Estate concession, and not a third party, who can put a business or have an activity in front of your property. Viewpoint 5.- Market appraisals are not common, as most purchases are for cash. It is typically the lender who wants a market appraisal. Appraisals charged by the notary as part of buyer closing cost are tax appraisals for Harriet Murray what is normally replacement cost. The tax appraisal value shows up on predial or property tax statement. It is important to know the tax appraisal value is used as part of the Mexican real estate basics capital gains tax appraisal for the seller, who will pay this tax at the closing of his sale. 1.- Buyer or Seller Beware. There is no 6.- There are Mexican and American companies compulsory licensing in Mexico of real estate offering real estate mortgages. Terms and conditions vary agents. AMPI, which is the Mexican association of by lender. In this market there are peso and US dollar real estate professionals, is the closest organization loans. to the National Association of Realtors and the 7.- Be sure to get an accurate estimate of closing costs Canadian counterpart. Members of AMPI work to before you decide what your overall expenses are going regulate and elevate their degree of professionalism to be in purchasing real estate. The notary needs to know in the practice of real estate in Mexico. They have the state and location of the property, as well as the sales education and a code of ethics. price. Then he gives an estimate in pesos based on the 2.- Title insurance is available, through US-based conversion date the day of the report. So, the amount title companies. Currently, title insurance issued by owed for a buyer will depend on the rate at the day or day a Mexican company does not exist. before closing. These estimates stay in pesos. Title insurance is expensive. it is important to 8.- Determining how and where to send money into understand the research of the title company before Mexico is not simple. In order to have escrow or hold they will issue a commitment, is based on the purchase funds, a company or individual should be notary created documents of escritura (deeds and properly licensed and empowered by the law to hold and fideicomisos). So, the notary work is a part of the disburse these funds. But this part of the law is weak. process. A title commitment will tell you what has These types of companies or individuals are not the norm. to be done to satisfy the title company before they There is very little notary law concerning escrow, since the will issue insurance. country does not require escrow as a part of any transaction. Therefore, 3.- Sales contracts, to be legally binding, must be recorded before a be very strict about what company is holding escrow and understand notary public. To bind third parties to a contract, the contract must be your terms of the offer need to be in the escrow agreement, as well. filed with the public registry. 9.- Purchasing real estate within the coastal areas of Mexico is not Purchase contracts here are private agreements, based on good faith. simple. It is not like buying in the United States or Canada. Do not Registering them, or also making sure the escrow agreement tracks assume anything. Ask questions, and then more questions. with the private sales agreement, is the best way to have recourse when there is a dispute between the buyer and seller. This article is based upon legal opinions, current practices and my 4.- Oceanfront or river front properties are adjacent to the Federal personal experiences. I recommend that each potential buyer or seller Maritime Zone. If there is use of and/or construction in this zone, of real estate conduct his own due diligence and review. there is need for a concession, authorizing the use of this federal land. A formal agreement has to be in place and annual payments made Harriet Murray during the term of the concession agreement. If you are buying in front of the river or beach, you will want to be sure you have the Can be contacted at [email protected] | www.casasandvillas.com 48 Fish Tales Winter fishing returns to PV, to 20 lbs., they live well in the “live well” and are the only live bait Tuna water temps dropping, are taking! Tuna have been fickle massive bait! but they will at times take baits, feeling lucky? For now ten-hour Stan Gabruk (Owner of Master Baiter's Sportfishing & Tackle) trips are for the guys taking a chance on a larger fish, thus worthwhile. The area from El Moro to Punta Mita is no longer seeing any Dorado and frankly they’re not cold water species. So what we’ve been enjoying would be a shame if you don’t get so late into the season has finally a chance to get on the water. We’ll come to an end. For now the species make it affordable … moving into the area are Pompano to The bite is once again at 09:00, so 20 lbs. north of the Marieta islands. plan accordingly. Water temperatures Now remember fishing on the are at 72 degrees now and they won’t Marieta Reef is illegal and you will get much cooler than this. With so be chased if running your own boat much natural bait in the water try there. Don’t be stupid, don’t fish on running dead baits or Krill mimic top of the reefs! At El Moro we’re baits of red. finally seeing Amber Jacks to 50 lbs., We’re still doing the shared boats, Jack Crevalle to 40 lbs., Bonito to 25 Surf Pole rentals out of the Marina lbs. and hungry! Possible Sailfish Shop. 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So this means Corbeteña this week has continued we’re back on a “normal schedule”. to be interesting with Striped Marlin That means the water temperatures and Sailfish possible in the entire are dropping to where “normal” is area. Remember, they’re still spread and the warm water species we’ve out so finding them is the first thing enjoyed are finally thinning out. you need to do. Stripers like water Now this sounds almost tragic, but as low as 68 degrees so as long as in reality, it’s not. Winter Species we have “fast food” for them, they’ll are now moving in which means hang! Sailfish normally leave then Jack Crevalle are more plentiful and come back around March, but they larger in size. Sierra Mackerel are never left so we’ll just be thankful! great tasting and, while smaller, are For the jiggers the Cubera Snapper great “machine gun” action. Grouper will be looking for your bait soon. are showing up at the Ameca River Yellowfin Tuna are still in the area. mouth, still small but in a week or We’re seeing some green runners 49 Gil Gevins´Page “The test?” “So well,” I corrected him. Lucy Bored of education “Yes,” he said, “they have no right to grabbed my shirt collar, with which (excerpted from his newly released book: make us take that test. We’ve already she finally managed to haul me away. 101: GIL’S GREATEST HITS) paid for our jobs. It’s government Three weeks later, our shopping oppression!” completed, we packed the truck Gil Gevins “But what’s the big deal?” I asked and headed for home. By now, the innocently. “Just take the test and get would-be teachers were everywhere, it over with.” spreading like an under-educated “The test is too hard,” the would-be fungus over the forebrain of society. Every year my wife and I spend a parents had recently retired, making teacher said. “Everybody fails it.” About twenty miles outside town, as month in the colonial city of Oaxaca in them first in line for the opening. This “I bet you could pass,” I said. “For we rounded a turn our first toll booth southern Mexico. The principle aim of practice of teachers buying their jobs example, how much is twelve times came into view. It appeared to be this trip is to purchase folk-art for our is fairly widespread, but is especially ten?” overrun by demonstrators. shop. And eat like pigs. Oaxaca boasts rampant in the south of Mexico. “What?” “This is not good!” the best food in Mexico, not to mention Oaxaca’s jardin (town square) could “Twelve times ten.” “Not good? It’s a damn disaster, beautiful colonial architecture, ideal not be more picturesque. Shaded by “What do you mean?” he asked with honey! We could get stuck here for weather, friendly people and daily stately old trees, bordered on four suspicion. hours. Days. The rest of our lives!” demonstrations. sides by beautiful old buildings and “I mean…” With little choice we continued to In Oaxaca, they absolutely adore arched arcades. The surrounding “Let’s go,” Lucy said, tugging my roll slowly forward until we were demonstrating: hanging banners, streets are closed to traffic, making arm. within twenty yards of the small plaza, chanting slogans, blocking streets. the various sidewalk cafes a great “Okay,” I said, “let’s try an example at which point our eyes fell upon a Teachers, taxi drivers, pirate taxi place to hangout. Lucy and I like to from real life. There are ten brothers. strange sight indeed. The toll-takers drivers, campesinos—they all get in on sit at the outdoor tables, downing the Each brother has twelve chickens. were all locked inside their booths, the act. Mostly, they are angry at the locally grown coffee and watching the How many chickens do they have all while the almost-teachers stood there government—except for the rival taxi colorful and exotic parade of people together?” waving cars through, free of charge. drivers, who are also angry at each other. constantly ebbing and flowing in the “That’s a stupid question,” he Crawling by the booth, I rolled down The first hint we had that something car-less streets. complained. the window, raised a clenched fist and might be amiss on our last visit was Once we’d unpacked, we headed “Math not your specialty? Okay, yelled, “No more tests!” the sight of a blockade on the road to down to the square for a leisurely lunch, we’ll skip the numbers. So. How do The protestors gave me a big smile, our hotel. Later, we learned that the and to enjoy the show. Upon arriving you spell ‘tortilla’?” raising their own fists in reply. perpetually problematic teachers union at the jardin, we were momentarily “What? You don’t spell tortillas,” he “Why in God’s name,” Lucy asked, had seized a pair of buses, parked them stunned by the ocean of pup tents (over snarled, “you eat them.” “did you do that?” in the middle of this important artery, two thousand) which had invaded the “Yes, I know. But just for the heck of “Are you kidding, honey? Those and set them on fire. When we finally center of town. The tents were packed it, let’s try spelling one.” brave foot-soldiers for freedom just arrived at the hotel, I asked the owner together so tightly we couldn’t really “What are you,” he demanded, “a saved me six bucks.” if the teachers were on strike again. see the jardin, let alone get inside it. government spy?” “No, it’s not a strike,” Ernesto The next morning we set out for Lucy tugged my arm with extra sighed. “It’s a protest.” one of the neighboring villages to do urgency. Gil Gevins “What are they protesting now?” some serious shopping. Unfortunately, “Why,” I asked, “would the Is author of six truly hilarious books, “They don’t want to take the test.” just outside town we found the road American government be spying on including his latest, 101: GIL’S GREATEST “What test?” blocked by a police car. “Can’t get teachers in Oaxaca?” HITS. Signed copies of all Gil’s books are “The test to see if they’re qualified through,” the cop told me, “teachers “You’re an American?” he asked available at his wife’s wonderful shop, to be teachers.” union is blocking the road. Again.” doubtfully. “How come you talk LUCY’S CUCU CABAÑA, located at 295 “Aren’t they already teachers?” So much for serious shopping. Spanish so good.” Basilio Badillo. And as E-Books on Amazon. “Not these idiots. After they paid for The following day, walking back their jobs, the government changed the to the hotel from the bank, we were law. Now they have to take a test. And accosted by a man who thrust a flyer they’re all going to fail.” into my hand. He was in his early “But, Ernesto, how do you know thirties, poorly dressed and smelled they’re going to fail?” of port-a-potty. “You’re one of the “Are you kidding? Half of them protestors?” I asked. Lucy grabbed my can’t even read.” arm and attempted to pull me away. Sad to say, Ernesto was not “Wait a minute, honey,” I told her in exaggerating by much. These about- English. “I want to talk to this guy.” to-be-teachers had acquired their “I don’t think that’s a good idea,” positions by making a “donation” Lucy said. to the teacher’s union. Their only “Yes,” the man said, “we are qualification was that one of their protesting a big injustice.” 50

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