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Marilyn Khan
 With two PuRRfectly wonderful fundraising events scheduled, the March 21 Sunset Fundraiser at Daiquiri Dick's and the season's LAST Ranch Tour on March 22, it is going to be a busy week for PuRR Project, the non-profit, no-kill shelter just north of Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta Chamber Orchestra's Spring Concerts
Andrea Jupina
 Attention, classical music lovers! The Vallarta Chamber Orchestra will present its spring concert, 'Dvorak & the Balkans,' on Sunday, March 26 at 8 pm at the American School in Puerto Vallarta, and on Monday, March 27 at 8 pm, at the Centro Empresarial in Nuevo Vallarta.
Weekend and Upcoming Events in Vallarta-Nayarit
Banderas News Team
 There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this weekend's happenings in Vallarta-Nayarit, a few community announcements and a couple of upcoming events that you won't want to miss.
Hit Musical 'They're Playing Our Song' at Act II
Debbie White
 What do you get when you combine the music of Marvin Hamlisch, the lyrics of Carole Bayer Sager, a story from playwright Neil Simon, and two of Puerto Vallarta's most talented actors? You get the phenomenal musical, 'They're Playing Our Song,' now playing at Act II Entertainment.
3rd Edition of Bike Fest Guayabitos, March 17-19
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 The third edition of Bike Fest Guayabitos kicks off today, Friday, March 17th, in the Riviera Nayarit, offering cycling enthusiasts 3 days of bike rides and cycling competitions, talks on bicycles as a means of transportation, exhibitions, food, music, and contests.
March 20 a Mexican Holiday Celebrating Benito Juarez
BanderasNews.com
 March 20 is a National Holiday, with banks, government offices and many businesses closed as Mexico celebrates Benito Juárez, who rose from humble origins to occupy the Presidency of the Republic on several occasions during the turbulent second half of the 19th century.
San Pancho Circo de Los Niños' Fundraising Performances
Paco Ojeda
 Circo de los Niños, a social and artistic program founded by Cirque du Soleil co-creator Gilles St. Croix, will present their annual fundraising performances March 22-25 at 7:30 pm in the Circo Bodega in San Pancho. This year's show, 'Sueño de una Noche de Verano,' promises to entertain.
Spring Happenings at Tu Casa en Vallarta, No Way José!
José Alfredo Gonzalez
 Spring is in the air! Come celebrate Winter's last gasps with us at No Way José! In addition to great food and friends, there's always something fun going on at Tu Casa en Vallarta - like 2 for 1 Happy Hour every day from 4-6 pm and the Luz de Luna Trio playing every weekend.
Three Easy Stretching Exercises You Can Do in Bed
Zoli Hargitai
 Nowadays we find ourselves so busy with work and family responsibilities that we have little or no time to go to the gym. But stretching can keep you healthy. Holistic Bio Spa Puerto Vallarta shares three easy stretches you can do in bed, before you go to sleep, or once your alarm goes off.
Final Bohemia Viva 'Kaleidoscope' Shows at The Palm
Debbie White
 Don't miss Bohemia Viva's last three 'Kaleidoscope' performances at The Palm Cabaret and Bar in Puerto Vallarta at 7:00 pm on Wednesdays, March 15th, 22nd and 29th. Come be part of the experience and LIVE the Bohemia Viva lifestyle of Freedom, Love and Unity.
The Search for Authentic Flour Tortillas in Vallarta is Over!
Paco Ojeda
 While the corn tortilla - the staple of Mexican cuisine - is ubiquitous, traditional flour tortillas are not as common in Puerto Vallarta. But never fear! Patricia García of La Regia Flour Tortillas sells authentic, flavored - and even gluten-free! - flour tortillas every Saturday at Mercado Los Mangos.
How You Can Support SETAC's Fight Against HIV in PV
Casa Cupula
 For many years, much of the gay community in the US has had access to PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis) which basically means taking a Truvada a day to prevent HIV. Unfortunately, due to cost, this has been unavailable to PV residents. Here's how you can SETAC help bring PrEP to Vallarta.
March News from the Entreamigos Community Center
entreamigos.org.mx
 Here's the latest news from Entreamigos, an active community center whose primary focus is to increase educational opportunities for the children of San Pancho, Nayarit. To achieve these goals, Entreamigos runs a collection of educational and community based initiatives.
PuRRfectly Fun Wednesday Afternoon at Margarita Grill
Marilyn Khan
 PuRR Project now has over 150 adorable cats and kittens in residence. Donations and fund raising events are the only source of financing to provide food, shelter and veterinary care for these rescued animals, so come play BINGO with us on Wednesday, March 15, at Margarita Grill.
Are We Happy Yet? 8 Keys to Unlocking a Joyful Life
Katie Schnack
 A new book written by internationally recognized positive psychology coach and talk radio show host Lisa Cypers Kamen, 'Are We Happy Yet? Eight Keys to Unlocking a Joyful Life,' will be released on March 20, 2017, which is the United Nation's International Day of Happiness.
6th Annual Riverfest Raises $311,438 for Pasitos de Luz
Barb Bremner
 The 6th Annual Riverfest fundraiser for Pasitos de Luz was an overwhelming success, raising a record-breaking $311,438 pesos for the special needs children of Puerto Vallarta. Thanks go to many who helped make it such a success, including the musicians, donors, volunteers and attendees.
Free Legal Assistance for Foreigners in Puerto Vallarta
Viviana Teston
 The Amapas Neighborhood Association recently met with Lic Eduardo Valdivia of the Department of Tourism's Legal Attention to Visitors Office to discuss its free legal assistance for not just tourists, but all foreigners in Puerto Vallarta, including part- and full-time residents.
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Annual Meeting
Marti Owen
 Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas will hold their annual meeting on Monday, March 20 from 5-7 pm on the upstairs terrace at No Way Jose! Restaurant. The agenda includes a report on recent activity, election of officers for the next two-year term, a challenging Trivia Contest, and more.
March 10 Vallarta-Nayarit News Brief & Weekend Events
Banderas News Team
 There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta-Nayarit headline news, a few community announcements and a couple of weekend events that you won't want to miss.
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