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This Week at The Old Town Farmers Market
 Erin Staley
The first of its kind in Puerto Vallarta, the Old Town Farmers Market is celebrating its 4th season as a producer-only event in Zona Romantica. With a 'Make it, Bake it, Grow it' philosophy, you will be wowed by the quality of products and services available.
Mexico Reverses Foreign Investment Flows
 Associated Press
After decades of depending on inflows of foreign capital to develop its economy, Mexico has become a net exporter of direct investment capital. According to authorities, in 2012 Mexico's foreign investments more than doubled what foreigners invested in Mexican firms.
Church in Jalisco a Piece of Mexico’s Coded Past
 Antonio Ramblés
A stunning church that was constructed by indigenous craftsman dating from the 1600’s still stands in Jalisco’s San Juan Evangelista. Spanish soldiers and Catholic missionaries arrived here on horseback within 50 years of Columbus’ first arrival in the New World.
Overhaul of Mexico’s Education System Signed into Law
 Hispanically Speaking News
President Peña Nieto signed into law on Monday a drastic overhaul of Mexico’s education system. The reform bill, which seeks to promote educational quality and recover government control of schools, was opposed by the country’s more than 1 million strong teachers union.
Puerto Vallarta's Hotel Rosita Turns 65 This Year
 Bob Schulman
In the lobby of the Hotel Rosita in Puerto Vallarta there's a mural of what this Mexican beach resort looked like when the hotel was built in 1948. Not much there, a church, some homes scattered on hillsides, the Rosita, and a short cobblestone walkway to an arcaded plaza.
2.1 Million Birds Killed in New H7N3 Outbreak
 EFE
Mexican authorities have killed 2.1 million chickens exposed in the latest outbreak of the H7N3 bird flu, which has spread to 18 farms in Guanajuato, government officials said on Monday. Officials state that the losses do not affect the national inventory of chickens.
'Dolly Would if Kenny Could' Kitty BINGO!
 Marilyn Khan
Join us on Wednesday, March 6th, for PuRR Project's KITTY BINGO with special guests Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers (aka husband-and-wife team Todd and Gaye Ringness) for half-time entertainment. Todd and Gaye will sing all of the best hits the two mega-stars performed as a duo.
Yucatan's High Speed Train Pushed to at Least 2015
 YucatanTimes.com
The Mexican Government has confirmed that the feasibility studies submitted by the previous state administration for the high speed train project to connect the Yucatan with Quintana Roo have to be 70% redone, pushing the start of construction back to at least 2015.
Gay Business Working Group Formed in Puerto Vallarta
 BanderasNews.com
Puerto Vallarta's GLBT business owners and businesses that welcome this community are joining forces to create a Gay Business Working Group. Their first meeting will be held on March 4th at 2:30 pm, at the new Alamar Resort on PV's South side. Everyone is welcome to attend.
No Way Jose! Hosts Bugambilia Festival Kick-Off Party
 Patrick Harrison
Award winning restaurant No Way José! is thrilled to serve as the official 'Welcome Restaurant of the Puerto Vallarta Bugambilia Festival.' In celebration of this long anticipated event, they will be hosting a special festival kick-off party on Wednesday, March 6th.
56% of Mexicans Approve of Peña Nieto as President
 Michael O'Boyle
With an approval rating of 56 percent, Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto has a lower ranking than the 58 percent approval that former President Felipe Calderón had at the start of his term, according to a poll of 1000 people conducted last week by 'Buendia y Laredo.'
Oscar Gifts Included Luxury Trips to Puerto Vallarta
 Banderas News Team
The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board participated in this year's gift suite (provided by GBK) as part of the celebrations that took place for the 85th Academy Awards. It was attended by Oscar Nominees and Hollywood Icons who were spoiled with music, food, and luxury gifts.
2 Mexican Cities Named Tripadvisor Top 10 Destinations
 BanderasNews.com
Tripadvisor recently named the world's '10 Destinations on the Rise,' and two Mexican cities - Guadalajara and Mexico City - made the list. Let Superior Tours Vallarta show you that are more exciting travel destinations to discover in Mexico than just its beautiful beach resorts.
Legendary Artists Jacobo & Maria Angeles at Colectika
 Kevin Simpson
Colectika Ancestral Contemporary Art Gallery presents Oaxacan wood carvers, Jacobo and Maria Angeles. Don't miss this opportunity to savor these legendary artists' work which is shown in museums and galleries around the world, including the Smithsonian Native American Museum.
Expats in Vallarta March Happy Hours and Events
 Sara Wise
During the month of March, ExPats in Vallarta will be having two Happy Hour gatherings. On Tuesday, March 5th and Tuesday, March 19th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Langostino's Restaurant on Playa de Los Muertos. Langostinos is located on Los Muertos Beach, just north of the pier.
About 100 Players Participate in 2013 Acapulco Open
 Prensa Latina
About 100 tennis players of both sexes, including the star Rafael Nadal, will participate in the Acapulco Open, category Open 500, which begins today in that Mexican city. The tournament, to be held at the Fairmont Acapulco Princess Hotel, will run until March 3rd.
No Way José! Presents a Wine Tasting to Infatuate You
 Banderas News Team
To seal the month of love with a kiss, 'Vallarta's Best Moderate Restaurant' is celebrating the color red. On Wednesday, February 27th, local Sommelier David Restivo will join the No Way Jose! staff to bring you a wine tasting event that's sure to infatuate you.
Mexico City Offers Tour Packages to Entice Visitors
 Patrick Ferguson
The Mexico City government launched a new tourism program last week, offering flights, hotels, and tour packages to entice Mexicans and resident expats alike to visit the capital. The city teamed up with four airlines, 125 hotels and tourism operators to offer the packages.
Rhythm N’ Ribs Fundraiser a Success for Manos de Amor
 BanderasNews.com
The 9th annual 'Rhythm N’ Ribs' fundraiser for the Manos de Amor Children’s Shelter in Bucerias was a smashing success - reaching its goal and raising more money than last year! The money will help to feed, educate, and clothe the 30 children living there for another year.
Mexico’s Economic Resurgence is Gaining Attention
 Antonio Garza
Mexico’s economic resurgence is gaining widespread attention and optimism about the country’s prospects is on the upswing. There are at least five reasons why Mexico should be able to maintain its new momentum and also transition to a higher-profile global leadership role.
US Volunteers to Help Children Create Murals in Chimo
 BanderasNews.com
A group of American volunteers is traveling to Chimo, Jalisco, a small fishing village near Yelapa (just southwest of Puerto Vallarta,) to work with their school children in creating four colorful outdoor murals depicting the rich animal and plant life of the Pacific Ocean.
UNECLAC: Mexico Needs 'The Mother Of All Tax Reform'
 The News
According to Alicia Bárcena, executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean, it will be very difficult for Mexico to achieve its economic growth goals without the 'the mother of all tax reforms.'
Fusion Gourmet Restaurant • Bar • Café
 Fine Mexican Cuisine on PV's Southside
At Fusion Gourmet, simple, flavorful and beautifully presented Mexican Cuisine is the standard. The restaurant has achieved great acclaim from the Vallarta locals and visitors who have dined in the open-air courtyard and air-conditioned salon, or enjoyed the new rooftop bar.
Update: Aduana's Foreign Car Importation Rules
 Steven M. Fry
Yucalandia, a very informative blog about living in Mexico, just published an article regarding the changes to Aduana's rules on the importation of foreign-plated vehicles under Mexico's new Immigration Laws, which we thought might be useful to our readers...
River Café Presents Two World-Class Music Events
 BanderasNews.com
The River Café will present two very special musical events to close out Feb. and begin March. Enjoy Vallarta's finest cuisine in The River Café's unique tropical setting along the Rio Cuale while listening to the distinctive sounds of Black Swan with Diamonds and Katmandu.
Fungus Ravaging Coffee Crops in Central America-Mexico
 Bloomberg.com
Coffee output in Central America and Mexico may tumble as a disease affecting foliage spreads. Governments are taking emergency measures to protect farms responsible for 14 percent of global production. A highly destructive fungus known as 'roya' is devastating coffee crops.
ABC Festival to Benefit Bucerías Childrens Library
 Veronica Barker
Don't miss the Amigos de Bucerías 'ABC Festival' benefiting the city's childrens library, Biblioteca Rey Nayar. The event is on March 2nd at the Explanada Corona arena. There will be live music, classic cars and Harleys on display, and lots of fun and games!
 Not Just Your Typical Fairs and Festivals in Mexico
 Christine Delsol
US travelers are familiar with many of the fairs and festivals that take place in Mexico, from Cinco de Mayo to the Day of the Dead. But many of Mexico's events are either not well known or simply unlike anything you'll ever experience anywhere else in the world.
Unique Products & Services at Old Town Farmers Market
 Erin Staley
It's time, once again, to head out to the Old Town Farmers' Market, where you can meet up with friends and peruse the over 90 stands of fresh produce, homemade goodies, unique gifts, one-of-a-kind products and heart-healthy services offered by local business owners.
Seventh Annual Vallarta Wine Fest, March 18-24th
 Banderas News Team
Are you taking enough time to stop and enjoy the finer things in life? If not, you should know that some of the finest restaurants and hotels in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit will be hosting the Seventh Annual Vallarta Wine Fest from March 18-24, 2013.
 Monster Trucks Coming to Puerto Vallarta March 3
 Banderas News Team
On March 3 Puerto Vallarta will host a charity event featuring one of the most popular extreme sports in the world - Monster Trucks. This adrenaline filled day of excitement will help support Busca un Amigo, a non-profit charity that helps underprivileged children with cerebral palsy.
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