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March 18 a Mexican Holiday Celebrating Benito Juárez
Banderas News Team

March 18 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.

Democrats Abroad Voter Forum: The Electoral College
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas

Local Electoral College expert and new member to the Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Board of Directors, Dr. Samuel Thorn Crockett, will present a lecture and slide show on the historical, social and political context in which it was created, on March 27 at Incanto Vallarta.

Jalisco Health Dept. Reports 23 Deaths from Influenza
Notimex

According to the Jalisco Health Secretariat, from March 3 to 9, 2019, seven new cases of influenza were reported in the state, five of them of type AH1N1, one of type AH3N2 and one of type A. Three flu-related deaths were also reported, bringing this season's total to 23.

Third Dama Juana Raicilla Festival, March 15-17
Diego Sancho

A distilled spirit made from the agave plant, Raicilla is made by artisans with recipes passed down from generation to generation. From March 15-17, Puerto Vallarta will be celebrating 'the grandfather of tequila' on the Rio Cuale Island - and everyone is invited!

Oscar Winning & Documentary Films Series Continues
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas

The Democrats Abroad 2019 Academy Award Movie Series Encore continues in Puerto Vallarta through March 18th, with Oscar-winning film screenings scheduled for March 14th & 15th, and political documentaries back by popular demand on March 17th & 18th.

Discovering Mexico on the Roads Least Travelled
JoAnn Abraham

On a recent Mexican sojourn, we found inspiration on the roads least travelled. Our guides on this excursion were from Human Connections, a tiny nonprofit that introduces travelers to indigenous people doing remarkable things using skills they learned from their ancestors.

2019 Puerto Vallarta Riverfest Weekend a Huge Success!
Barb Bremner

The March 2 and 3, 2019 Puerto Vallarta Riverfest Weekend is one that will be fondly remembered by the 1,085 people who came out to El Rio BBQ Bar to enjoy music, food and fun in support of Pasitos de Luz at Casa Connor, a center for children with disabilities.

Puerto Vallarta International Film Festival Returns
Lorena Sonrisas

With Chile as guest of honor, the Nineteenth Annual Puerto Vallarta International Film Festival kicked off March 11 and continues through the 22, giving movie buffs the opportunity to enjoy free screenings of films from Mexico, and around the world, at various venues around town.

Tropicasa: March's Hot Property in Puerto Vallarta
Castillo del Mar, Zona Hotel Sur

Within the exclusive gated community of El Paredon on Puerto Vallarta's Southern Shores you'll find Castillo del Mar. With 6 bedrooms, 6 full & 2 half-bathrooms, and rambling terraces offering sweeping views of Banderas Bay, this magnificent oceanfront estate is a must-see!

Aeroméxico to Reopen Monterrey–Vallarta Summer Flights
Norma Hernández

Aeroméxico will resume its Summer direct flight service from Monterrey to the Banderas Bay region on June 17th, arriving and departing three times a week from Puerto Vallarta's Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport, the gateway to the Riviera Nayarit.

Jimmy James: 'Fashionista & Legendary Voices' at The Palm
Marie Callan

After his very successful run in Puerto Vallarta back in November/December 2018, award-winning entertainer, singer and voice impressionist, Jimmy James, has been asked to come back to The Palm Cabaret and Bar for another two week run, March 22-31, 2019.

'Sin Popote, Por Favor' Social Ecology at Work in Vallarta
Timothy Real Estate Group

If you need proof that social media works, consider the banning of straws in many restaurants in Puerto Vallarta. Some have moved to alternatives, such as paper/wax straws, which are biodegradable, and less damaging to the environment, animals and marine life.

Pasitos de Luz Kids will be Surfing with Nixon March 14
Chris Jacobs

Pasitos de Luz has partnered with Arizona-Based charity, Surfing With Nixon, to launch Mexico's first-ever surf day for children with disabilities. Everyone is invited to come out to Beach #1 in Nuevo Vallarta on March 14 from 10 am to 2 pm to watch the kids learn to surf.

Mexico Doesn't 'Spring Forward' Until April 7, 2019
BanderasNews.com

While Americans will be turning their clocks ahead for daylight-saving time on Sunday, March 10th, in Mexico we won't 'spring forward' until the first Sunday of April. So make a note if you'll be traveling to Vallarta this month - there will be an extra hour difference in time.

And The Hits Keep Marching On at Act II Stages!
Daniel R. Mininni

As we head into mid-March, the hits keep 'marching on' at Act II Stages - THE PLACE to go for the best in live cabaret, music, stage plays and drag shows. Here's a look at this week's lineup, which includes the return of Paul Fracassi & the world-premiere of The Kinsey Sicks' new show!

March 8 Puerto Vallarta News Brief and 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 Puerto Vallarta news, community announcements, and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.

It's Been an Amazing Season – But it's Not Over Yet!
Alex Bourgeau

The Palm Cabaret likes to shake things up a bit, to introduce Puerto Vallarta audiences to new and diverse acts. With a little over a month to go in the 2019 season, this popular southside venue shows no sign of slowing down, with new shows and returning favorites still to come.

Learn Vallarta through Cultural Experiences
...take an easy walking tour!

The Mexican culture as reflected in its people, history, architecture, artisanal crafts and ecology can be experienced best by taking a walking tour. Puerto Vallarta Walking Tours offers eight such walks that immerse you in the local culture for a couple of hours.


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