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Democrats Abroad's Wednesday Night Film: 'Breach'
Tobe Jensen

For the season finale of their Every Wednesday Night Film series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico is proud to present this week's movie, 'Breach.' This 2014 Galway Film Fleadh award-winning documentary will be shown at the Vallarta IFC on April 6 at 7 pm.

Overview of April Events Throughout The Riviera Nayarit
Jorge Jiménez

Travelers visiting Riviera Nayarit this month will have an abundance of things to see and do, as the cuisine, adventure and cultural experiences that make 'Mexico's Pacific Treasure' such a highly sought-after destination continue with a variety of top-notch festivals and events scheduled.

Daylight Saving Time Begins in Mexico on April 3, 2016
BanderasNews.com

Daylight saving time, usually referred to as the Horario de Verano in Mexico, begins at 2:00 am local time on Sunday, April 3, 2016. So if you are lucky enough to be enjoying Spring here in Puerto Vallarta, don't forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed Saturday night!

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.

Vallarta Vacation Property of the Week from PVRPV
Casa La Sirena - Condo

This week, PVRPV invites you to enjoy Casa La Sirena. This charming two bedroom condo, with dipping pool, chef's kitchen and spectacular views of Banderas Bay, is just a short walk to the Malecón and all downtown areas, including La Zona Romantica and Puerto Vallarta's best restaurants.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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