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April 1st Banderas News Brief and Weekend Events
 Banderas News Team
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around the Republic, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Mexico and Puerto Vallarta news headlines plus a couple of this weekend's events in PV around Banderas Bay you won't want to miss.
The Story Behind Mexico's Beautiful Huipil Garments
 Adam Garcia
When shopping in Puerto Vallarta, one will find few garments as simple and yet elaborate as Huipil, the traditional dress worn by indigenous women of Central and South America. While these beautiful garments appear quite elaborate, their construction is quite simple.
Bucerías Oyster Festival Celebrates 16 Years April 3
 Banderas News Team
Since oyster harvesting is the mainstay of the economy in Bucerias, Nayarit, every year after Easter this laid-back seaside community hosts an Oyster Festival - a celebration filled with music, partying and plenty of food and fun. This year's celebration will starts at 12 noon on April 3rd.
Don Martin's Handrolled Cigars at Vallarta's OTFM-TC
 Erin Staley
In addition to shopping for farm-fresh produce and flowers, ready-to-eat foods, traditional Mexican handcrafts, fashions, accessories, body products and unique gifts, you can watch 'Maestro Rolador' Don Martin hand-roll cigars at Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers Market.
Rockin' Under the Stars FUNdraiser for Corazón de Niña
 Banderas News Team
Come Rock the Night Away with the 'Stars' under the stars! Scheduled to be held on the Event Terraces at Casa Karma Boutique Resort on April 8 from 7:30-10:00 pm, this fun-filled event will raise funds for Corazón de Niña, a shelter for abused and abandoned children in Puerto Vallarta.
Broadway, Drama and More at Boutique Dinner Theatre
 Catherine Beeghly
Here's what's playing this week - and beyond! - at the Boutique Dinner Theatre in Puerto Vallarta: Mikki Prost launches a new show; Broadway, family drama, and more! Located upstairs at Nacho Daddy Restaurant, The Boutique Theatre offers exciting dinner-and-a-show entertainment.
Guadalajara-Vallarta Highway to be Completed by 2018
 Reforma.com
Budget cuts and environmental issues have delayed the construction of the new Guadalajara-Puerto Vallarta highway, but the Transportation Secretariat asserts it will be finished by 2018. Once completed, the new highway will reduce travel time between the destinations by half.
ExPats in Vallarta April Happy Hours and Events
 Sara Wise
ExPats in Vallarta, a totally social group with informal fellowship and assistance for Expat residents or visitors living, working, investing, or considering a move to Puerto Vallarta or the greater Banderas Bay area, has announced the events scheduled for the month of April.
Spring Shows, Summer Fun at Act II Entertaiment STAGES
 Banderas News Team
Now in its third year, Act II Entertainment has found its groove and closes the winter season for the first time with its future secure. What will the Spring/Summer season bring to Puerto Vallarta? Act II's goal is to cater to the needs of those who live here year-round on a fixed income.
Banderas Bay Women's Shelter March 2016 News
 David Zude
Non disclosure of the location of the Banderas Bay Women's Shelter is imperative to provide abused women and their children in the greater Puerto Vallarta area with a safe refuge, but we can give you the latest shelter news from Compassion for the Family Inc.
 Daiquiri Dick's Features The Flavors of Oaxaca
 Laura Gelezunas
There's no better place to sample authentic Mexican cuisine than in Mexico. And in Puerto Vallarta, there's no better place to try it than at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant, where this week's special menu features the Flavors of Oaxaca through April 3, 2016.
You, Too, Can Help PV Students With Their Education!
 Suzanne Erikson
Don't miss Becas Vallarta's 2015-2016 season finale fundraiser - Breakfast at Coco's Kitchen on April 13th at 10:00 am. Coco, always a magnificent hostess, is planning a great menu, and there will be an array of great prizes for the raffle and exciting silent auction items. Join us!
Puerto Vallarta a Family Favorite for Summer Vacation
 Ron Morgan Properties
Summer vacation is almost here and thousands of people return to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico with their families and children year after year. They think about going someplace else, but many say that Vallarta is, without a doubt, the best destination for a family vacation.
Puerto Vallarta's LGBT Pride Festival, May 16-30
 Travel Pulse
When the 2016 edition of Vallarta Pride takes to the streets of Puerto Vallarta's La Romantica Zone from May 16-30, a voice of unity will resonate via multiple messages. Chiming in with Pride's 'We Are One Family' theme is Jalisco state's legalization of same-sex marriage on Jan. 27.
Safety Not a Concern For Expats Living in Mexico
 TheStreet.com
For many, the thought of living in certain places in Mexico or Central America can be alluring: fabulous beaches, colonial cities, inexpensive, quality healthcare, a slower pace and much lower cost of living. But some people think mistakenly that it isn't safe.
A PURR-fect Fund Raising Season for Purr Project
 Marilyn Khan
Now that all of the season's Purr Project fund raisers are over, we want to take a minute to thank everyone who attended our events. Your support ensures that the 150 gatos and gatitos at the Purr ranch will have food, shelter, medical attention and needed meds through the summer.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders to Visit Riviera Nayarit
 Jorge Jiménez
The Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau has confirmed the Dallas Cowboy cheerleaders will be back in Mexico's Pacific Treasure in 2016. They will be staying in host hotel and sponsor, Marival Residences in Nuevo Vallarta, from April 10th through 21st.
 Democrats Abroad Wednesday Film: 'The Big Short'
 Tobe Jensen
As part of their Every Wednesday Night Film series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico is proud to present this week's movie, 'The Big Short.' This 2015 Academy Award-winning movie will be shown at the International Friendship Club in downtown Vallarta March 30 at 7 pm.
Robin Wilson's Spring Cleaning Tips for a Healthy Home
 BanderasNews.com
Spring is here and that means it's time for spring cleaning. In addition to getting rid of the clutter in your home, how can you create a healthy living environment for your family? 'Clean Design: Wellness for Your Lifestyle' author Robin Wilson gives us some spring cleaning tips.
2016 Vallarta Reggae Festival Features Ky-Mani Marley
 BanderasNews.com
The 2016 Puerto Vallarta Reggae Festival, featuring the son of legendary musician Bob Marley, Ky Mani Marley, and other international artists, will be held on Friday, March 25 at the Flamingos esplanade, behind Mega Comercial Mexicana in the city's Hotel Zone.
March 25 Banderas News Brief & Easter Weekend Events
Banderas News Team
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around the Republic, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Mexico and Puerto Vallarta news headlines, plus a couple of Easter weekend events in PV around Banderas Bay you won't want to miss.
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