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The Judy Show Opens March 2 at The Palm
Mr. Tracy Parks

What do you get when you mix an internationally acclaimed impersonator, outrageous comedy, great standards and a bevy of icons? The hysterical parody of Judy Garland and her guests found in Michael Holmes' riotous 'The Judy Show!' which runs March 2-14 at The Palm Cabaret.

Mexico Beats U.S. in Macroeconomics
The News

Richard Fisher, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, said on Wednesday in a speech at the Mexican Stock Exchange that, 'Mexico is actually doing better than the United States in many macroeconomic areas, thanks to the soundness of its economy.'

Lucille Wong Art Exhibit at Galería Contempo
Rodolfo Choperena Tiemann

Meet artist Lucille Wong at an opening cocktail reception of her most recent works on March 9th from 6-10 pm at Galeria Contempo on Vallarta's Southside. Wong is particularly known for her personal style in landscape and figural painting with a strong orientalist undercurrent.

Mexico’s Meat Exports Surge 41 Percent
World News Report

Mexico exported 210,325 tons of meat in 2011, an upward surge of 41 percent. Most of this was due to the growth in sales to Japan, Angola, Benin, Ghana, Kazakhstan, and Nigeria, according to Mexico's Agriculture Secretariat.

Archie's Wok: Legendary Cuisine Since 1986
Patrick Harrison

Archie's Wok helped establish the culinary foundation of Vallarta and continues to be one of it's most beloved restaurants. Since 1986, Archie's has been legendary in Banderas Bay for serving-up original cuisine influenced by the flavors of Thailand, China, and the Philippines.

Entreamigos' 4th Children's Art Festival
BanderasNews

It is fitting that Entreamigos is celebrating its 4th Annual Children's Art Festival and Auction on March 8 with La Loteria Mexicana. What better way to express the good fortune won by the children of San Pancho when Entreamigos opened its doors?

Fiesta 2012 - A 'Taste' of Jaltemba
Dave Easby

If you have ever been to a 'Taste' event, you know how much fun they can be; sampling food from different establishments. Fiesta 2012 - A Taste of Jaltemba will feature some great food and drink along with a range of local musicians and other entertainers.

AMPI and NAR Renew Working Agreement
John K. Glaab

The Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals (AMPI) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR) have renewed their working relationship and affiliation, making it easier for AMPI members to work with professionals Realtors across the globe.

La Peñita Players Dinner Theatre Returns
Vern Porter

The Peñita Players will again tread the boards in Jaltemba in March. This year the group will present their comedy skits at Piña Colada, where you'll enjoy dinner and a show, while supporting the Los Amigos de Jaltemba Recycling Education sub-committee.

Silver Lining Benefit for Wayne McLeod
Gil Gevins

A fundraiser for 'Vallarta Today' editor Wayne McLeod, who is fighting a battle with lung cancer, will be held on March 3 from 2-5 pm at Nacho Daddy on PV's Southside. Come out and help us raise money to help cover the costs of his ongoing medical treatments.

Fake Tickets Online for Papal Mass
Hispanically Speaking News

Distribution of tickets starts the second week of March for the Mass that Pope Benedict XVI will celebrate during his visit to the Mexican state of Guanajuato, and all tickets being offered online are fake, Leon Archbishop Jose Guadalupe Martin Rabago said.

Drag Bingo with Joanna at The Diner
BanderasNews.com

Famed drag entertainer Joanna, in all her finery and at her most outrageous, will call the numbers for Purr Project Bingo at D'z Route 66 Diner on March 1st. To add to the excitement, there will be a 50/50 raffle, great prizes, and drink & dinner discounts.

Mexicana Airlines to Return to the Skies
Latin American Herald Tribune

Mexicana, once one of Mexico’s two leading airlines, has been grounded since August 2010 while in bankruptcy proceedings. They are set to return to the skies under new ownership, private company Med Atlantica, and could resume operations as early as April.

Canica Charity Whale Watching Tour
Pamela Thompson

Ocean Friendly Tours, Health Care Resources, and Deep Blue Conservancy is organizing a special tour where a portion of the proceeds is donated to Canica Puerto Vallarta, an organization devoted to providing medical care and services to children with cancer.

166 Dead From Swine Flu Virus This Year
LAHT

Three seasonal flu viruses are currently active in Mexico; swine (AH1N1), influenza A (AH3N2) and influenza B. A total of 166 people have died of the flu virus in Mexico so far this year, a figure that shows a 23% increase in deaths in one week.

Banderas Bay Open Home Concept a Success
Patrick Harrison

OpenHouse.com.mx has combined the ease of searching for that perfect Vallarta villa or condo with an easy-to-use search tool showing homes that are open that week, days and hours they'll be open, plus maps so you can plan your own personal tour, all in one place!

Biden to Travel to Mexico, Honduras
Huffington Post

The White House announced that US Vice President, Joe Biden, will meet with Mexican President Felipe Calderon in Mexico City and will also travel to the Honduran capital of Tegucigalpa to meet with President Porfirio Lobo.

US Coast Guard Sailors Lend a Hand
Jerry Lafferty

The US Coast Guard Cutter Steadfast was in port for 3 days last week, not only for rest and relaxation after two months at sea, but to help the Puerto Vallarta Navy League Council in refurbishing a local retirement home and planting a vegetable garden for the residents.

Argentine President's Advice for Mota
Torie Bosch

Earlier this month, Josefina Vázquez Mota became Mexico’s first female presidential candidate backed by a major party. In a wide-ranging conversation to journalists and policymakers, she told of wise words the Argentine President once shared with her.

Kitesurf Competitions in Riviera Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit CVB

In March, a series of kitesurfing competitions will be held in Riviera Nayarit as part of the Regata Copa México Edición Nextel Bicentenario. The competition is expected to have 50 competitors, including professionals and amateurs from over 10 countries.

Changing Lives at the Becas Vallarta Ball
Polly G. Vicars

On March 9th, Puerto Vallarta’s Who’s Who will gather for the 2012 Becas Ball to help raise funds for local students with great potential and almost no financial assets. This year's Ball will have a Spanish 'Olé!' theme, and begins at 6:30 pm at the Club Regina in Marina Vallarta.

Jalisco Recycling 2012 This Saturday
VallartaVive.com

Assistant Director of Ecology, Graciano Gomez Salvador, announced 'Jalisco Recycling 2012' will take place this Saturday, February 25, 2012. The event, which will involve more than 40 municipalities in the state, seeks to collect useless appliances that accumulate in homes, businesses and offices.

Ten Best Mexican Actors of All Time
Dan MacIntosh

With several Latin Americans being recognized for their work in the film industry at this year's Academy Awards, including Demian Bichir's 'best actor' nomination, we thought we'd take a look at some of the best Mexican actors of all time.

Foreign Investment Up in Mexico in 2011
Latin American Herald Tribune

The United States accounted for 55 percent of the $19.44 billion in foreign direct investment Mexico received last year. That figure represents an overall increase of 9.7 percent over 2010, according to the statement released by the economy ministry on Monday.

Jorge Acosta at the Palm Cabaret
BanderasNews.com

Originally from Veracruz, local musician Jorge Acosta has lived and performed in Puerto Vallarta for more than 16 years. Jorge's performances are one of the most popular at 'The Palm' and the magic he works with his band members delights his audiences.

Mexorc Class Compete for President Cup
Riviera Nayarit CVB

The largest and most powerful boats in the world will be in Nayarit competing in 8 races over the course of 7 days. The Mexorc class will feature 25 ships from over 10 countries competing in The Regata Copa México Edición Nextel Bicentenario for the President Cup.

The Ten Best Mexican Movies of All Time
Richard Manfredi

With several Latin Americans being recognized for their work in the film industry with Oscar nominations at this year's Academy Awards, being held in Los Angeles this Sunday, we thought we'd take a look at some of the best Mexican movies of all time.

Mexico and US Sign Gulf Energy Accord
Fox News

Mexico and the US agreed to cooperate on the exploration and development of the oil and gas reservoirs that straddle the countries’ maritime boundary in the Gulf of Mexico. The agreement ensures development of these resources in the trans-border area of the Gulf.

Artist Alfonso Peña at Galeria Contempo
Rodolfo Choperena Tiemann

On Friday, February 24, Galeria Contempo invites you to meet artist Alfonso Peña at a cocktail reception opening of his most recent works from 6-10 pm. Much of Peña’s newest work is 4-dimensional, evoking a sense of gazing into the various aspects of oneself, fascinated.

Old Town Implements 'Safe Taxi' Program
NN Noticias

In order to provide greater security to Puerto Vallarta residents and tourists who use taxi service in the Colonia Emiliano Zapata neighborhood, the Old Town Business Owners and Residents Association is launching the 'Taxi Seguro' (Safe Taxi) program.

Electro Beach Brings EDM to Puerto Vallarta
Laura Gelezunas

The hottest up-and-coming talents, plus some of the biggest names in the EDM (electronic dance music) business are coming to Puerto Vallarta for the largest DJ event in Mexico's history - 'Electro Beach.' The six-week-long party starts on Feb 24 and runs through April 8.

Fishermen Rescued Off Cozumel Coast
laht.com

Two brothers thought to be from the Caribbean, who said they had been adrift on the open sea for three months, were rescued Thursday near the Mexican island of Cozumel. They were taken to Cozumel General Hospital where they will remain under observation for 48 hours.

Several Mexicans Recognized at Oscars
Ignacio de los Reyes

Demian Birch is not the only Mexican nominated at the Oscars this year. Emmanuel Lubezki, a Mexican cinematographer, was recognized for his work on The Tree of Life. If a Mexican has success at the Oscars, it may remind some of the 'Golden Age of Mexican Cinema.'

Fish Vallarta's World Famous Fishing Grounds
Stan Gabruk

With the summertime water temperatures we are still experiencing, caused by currents from Hawaii cutting off the cold water from the north, the Yellowfin are plentiful. But Marlin, Sailfish, and Dorado are still out there too, if you have the luck of the Irish.

IFC Announces 2 Special Events in March
Janie Albright Blank

A special trip is being planned by the International Friendship Club in early March to visit the Zoo and the Botanical Gardens for a day long excursion. This coupled with the St. Patrick’s Day 'Luck of the Irish Casino Night,' should make for an exciting month.

3rd Duckaton Fundraiser for SETAC Center
Ed Thomas

On February 29 from 7-11 pm you can have fun while supporting Vallarta's SETAC GLBT Community Center at the 2012 Duckaton on the Boana Torre Malibu's poolside terrace. You'll enjoy live music and entertainment, free food, an open bar and great prizes - all for a good cause!

Oscar Icon Modeled After Mexican Director
Solvej Schou

The smoothly muscular, golden silhouette of the Oscar statuette was modeled after a sketch of the nude body of Mexican director, Emilio Fernandez. Artist George Stanley's famous sculpture of the statuette, was given out at the first Academy Awards in 1929.

50% More Buyers Expected at Tianguis 2012
Latin America Herald Tribune

A 50% increase in the number of buyers is expected for this year's Tianguis Turistico Mexico, the country’s main tourism fair. It will be held at the The Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center in March and is being co-hosted by the state of Nayarit.

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