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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 Jose! In addition to great food and fun, there's always something going on at Tu Casa en Vallarta, like Alberto Mejia's spring concert, 2 for 1 House Margaritas and mixed cocktails every day from 4-6 pm, and more!
Puerto Vallarta News Brief and This Weekend's 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, a few community announcements and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.
Tour Operators, Travel Agents Touting Vallarta - Nayarit
 Travel Agent Central
Tour operators, hoteliers and agents are touting the popularity of Vallarta - Nayarit these days. International visitor numbers for 2015 reached close to the two million mark. If the first quarter of 2016 is any indication, those numbers will rise even more.
Mexico Doesn't 'Spring Forward' Until April 3, 2016
 Banderas News Team
While the U.S. will be turning their clocks ahead for daylight-saving time on Sunday, March 13th, in Mexico we won't be 'springing forward' until the first Sunday of April. So make a note if you'll be traveling to Vallarta-Nayarit this month - there will be an extra hour's difference in time.
The Culture and History Behind the Mexican Sombrero
 Boardwalk Realty PV
Jalisco, the home state of Puerto Vallarta, is often cited as the origin of the sombrero. The charros of Guadalajara completed their costume with this stylized hat, then lent it to the Mariachi and hence, it has become the essence of traditional Mexican dress.
Democrats Abroad Global Presidential Primary Update
 Tricia Lyman
The Costa Banderas chapter of Democrats Abroad held a Global Presidential Primary at voting centers established March 1 & 3 at the IFC in Puerto Vallarta. The primary took place online March 1-8. Mexico's official countrywide results will be communicated as soon as they are tallied & compiled.
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta Wins AAA Four-Diamond Status
 PR Newswire
The management team and hospitality staff at Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta are excited to share that, after an in-depth evaluation by AAA inspectors, the American Automobile Association has awarded the resort with the Four Diamond distinction for the second year in a row.
Philo's Bar Continues to Entertain La Cruz Audiences
 Debbie White
Last summer the North Shore community was in shock over the sudden loss of Philo's Bar owner, Philo Hayward. His partner, Maria, and other close friends have been working very hard this season to keep his legacy alive by bringing outstanding entertainment to La Cruz audiences.
El Fortín de San Sebastián at Vallarta's OTFM-TC
 Erin Staley
Get ready for a cultural extravaganza at the OTFM-TC! Bring your loved ones - and a few eco-friendly bags - to scoop up a wide assortment of 'make it, bake it, grow it' goodies, including locally roasted coffee, marmalades, dressings, chutney and salsas from El Fortín de San Sebastián.
March Madness & Mayhem at Act II Entertainment
 Daniel R. Mininni
If you haven't been to STAGES recently, you don't know what you've been missing! Act II Entertainment's STAGES is the biggest entertainment venue in the Banderas Bay area, offering a full line-up of music, theater and concerts this month in The Red Room Cabaret and on the Main Stage.
Trivia Tourney Raised 12,720 Pesos for Corazón de Niña
 Fred Roycroft
There were few seats available in the Boutique Theater at Nacho Daddy on March 2 for the 3rd Annual Trivia Tournament as 19 teams competed for the championship title. The event raised 12,720 pesos for Corazon de Nina, a home for 47 Vallarta children rescued from high risk environments.
 This Week, Daiquiri Dick's is Serving Up 'The Hits'
 Laura Gelezunas
Spring will soon be sprung and Daiquiri Dick's restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is serving up the hits from the fall and winter 2015 and 2016 during the Weekly Special Dinner menu. This one runs through March 13, 2016.
Puerto Vallarta Gay Men's Chorus 2016 Benefit Concert
 Scott McIntyre
Put on your best disco attire for the Puerto Vallarta Gay Men's Chorus' An Evening at Studio 54! We invite you to attend the 2016 De Colores fundraiser gala on March 19 at Oscar's Restaurant on the Isla Rio Cuale. This year's event will also be the PVGMC's Spring Concert.
This Month's Hot Property from Tropicasa Realty
 7 Mares Cantabrico
Siete Mares Cantabrico is a Mexican styled condominium located directly on Playa Conchas Chinas on the Southern shores of Puerto Vallarta. Charming, yet spacious, this two bed, two bath condo provides you with direct ocean views from the ample terrace.
Highlight Events of Vallarta Pride 2016 Confirmed
 ACT LGBT A.C.
The Vallarta Pride organizing committee has confirmed the dates for the highlight events of the fourth edition of the pride festival for the city's LGBTTIQ community, which is scheduled to take place from May 16-30, 2016.
Grassroots Mexican Soccer: PV Team Gets a Sponsor
 Sean Harris
The Ixtapa neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta is perhaps the closest you can get to an authentic working class Mexican lifestyle; and where you can see amateur soccer matches on a Friday night. I recently accompanied Ariel Duenas of Kids Around The World to watch a local youth team.
Murphy's Irish Pub Hosts Pre-St. Patrick's Day Benefit
 American Legion Post 14
Murphy's Irish Pub on Vallarta's Malecon is hosting a Pre-St. Patrick's Day Benefit Party on March 16. Proceeds will benefit the Torpedos, an American football team for kids; Beta Sigma Phi, a community service organization for women & other American Legion charitable projects.
Costa Banderas Chapter Democrats Abroad Annual Meeting
 David Kamp
The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad will hold their annual meeting and luncheon from 12-2:30 pm on March 14 at Roberto's Restaurant, Basilio Badillo #283 on the south side of Puerto Vallarta. This will be followed by the Democrats Abroad Mexico annual meeting from 2:30-4:30 pm.
Couple Says PV Vision Mission a Rewarding Experience
 JamestownSun.com
Jamestown Lions Club members Dwaine and Joyce Heinrich said a vision-screening mission to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, did as much to bless them as it did the people they wanted to help. 'It was a very worthwhile and rewarding experience... one of those things you can't buy.'
Mexico Battles Central American Countries for Retirees
 Ron Morgan Properties
With more and more people retiring in the US and Canada, there is stiff competition between Mexico and Central American countries hoping to attract some of them as residents. There are affordable retirement spots 'South of the Border' where couples can live comfortably for less.
 Mexican Sunshine Inspires Singer Brittany Kingery
 Stolie
Every Monday evening in the Red Room, Brittany Kingery welcomes you right into her life, sharing stories about her musical journey and her connections with the songs she presents, which may change slightly from show to show, so go see it more than once if you're here for the season!
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