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Lorena Herrera to Lead 2018 Vallarta Pride Parade
BanderasNews.com

One of the first celebrities to confirm their participation in Vallarta Pride 2018, set for May 20-27, is the famous Mexican actress and singer Lorena Herrera who, in addition to being the Grand Marshal of the Pride parade, will also be the star of a free Pride concert at Teatro Vallarta May 25.

Riverfest 7 Raised $362,640 Pesos for Pasitos de Luz
Barb Bremner

How do we begin to thank everyone for all of the support that made Riverfest 2018 THE event of the year? It's a huge undertaking and the major fundraiser for Pasitos de Luz. All of you helped us set a new Riverfest record of $362,640 pesos raised for special needs children in Puerto Vallarta.

Southwest Launches Weekly San Diego-Vallarta Flights
Diego Sancho

Southwest Airlines is launching nonstop weekly service on Saturday, March 10, linking San Diego, California to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The decision was driven by the strong interest in Vallarta-Nayarit expressed by its customers, according to Southwest officials.

Guadalajara Artist Luis Valui Exhibit at Galleria Dante
Gena Guarniere

On Friday, March 9 from 6-10 pm, a cocktail reception will open an art exhibition by Guadalajara artist Luis Castellanos Valui at Galleria Dante, Basilio Badillo #269, in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone. Be sure to stop by and meet the artist while you're out doing this week's South Side Shuffle.

2018 Music & Art Festival in Chacala, Riviera Nayarit
Marie Callan

It's March and you know what that means... it's time for the annual Chacala Music & Art Festival! In addition to a wide range of musical performances, this year's festival, set for March 15-18, includes art exhibitions, a children's tent with workshops & theater and a food pavilion.

International Friendship Club: Open Hearts and Open Homes
John Warren

What sort of person would open their heart and their home to a group of total strangers to visit for an hour or so a few times a season? The homeowners who support the Home Tours run by the IFC are all very kind and supportive of the less fortunate people who live in Puerto Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta International Film Festival, March 12-23
Lorena Sonrisas

The stars will be shining bright over Banderas Bay March 12-23, as the University of Guadalajara's Centro Universitario de la Costa welcomes actors, film directors and movie fanatics from all over Mexico and the world to the 18th Annual Puerto Vallarta International Film Festival.

Savor the Flavors of Mexico at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

When in Mexico, sample authentic Mexican cuisine. In Puerto Vallarta, there is no better place to try it than at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant, where the flavors of Mexico are highlighted on their Bi-Weekly Special a la carte dinner menu through March 15, 2018.

Act II Announces 2018/2019 Theater Season & Auditions
BanderasNews.com

Act II Entertainment announces its 2018 / 2019 theater season and is now looking for cast members for next season's shows. General Auditions will be held on Saturday, March 17 at 1:00 pm at Act II Stages, at the corner of Insurgentes and Basilio Badillo on the south side of Vallarta.

Murphy's Irish Pub Hosts Pre-St. Patrick's Day Parties
Dennis Rike

Murphy's Irish Pub on the Malecón in downtown Puerto Vallarta will be hosting their annual Pre-Saint Patrick's Charity Event and Celtfest on Wednesday, March 14. Proceeds will benefit the Playground in Vista Hermosa and Proyecto Busca un Amigo in Pitillal and the Jay Sadler Project.

This Month's Hot Property from Tropicasa Realty
Vista Bahia II #22, El Cerro

Located in El Cerro, right above downtown Puerto Vallarta, you'll find Vista Bahia II #22, an immaculate 2 bedroom 2 1/2 bath condo with an ideal floor-plan, situated within a boutique condominium building of only 15 units with one of the most desirable addresses in town.

SETAC Community Center Receives Important Donation
Paco Ojeda

Puerto Vallarta's SETAC Community Center recently received a donation of $180,140 pesos from the organizers of Beef Dip. The funds will be used to further fulfill SETAC's mission to eradicate HIV and other STDs among the LGBTQ community in the Banderas Bay area.

Boardwalk Realty Offers Earthquake Preparedness Tips
Adam Garcia

Earthquake preparedness is essential, no matter where you live. Boardwalk Realty, a boutique real estate agency in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, goes beyond buying and selling homes. Here they list some things you can do to keep your home and family safe in the event of a natural disaster.

Stars of Banderas Bay Benefit at Los Arroyos Verdes
Phyllis Wordhouse

The 2018 Stars of Banderas Bay Benefit, to be held on March 18 at Los Arroyos Verdes in Bucerías, will support the VIDA Children's Centers in CartonLandia and Mezcales, which provide English education, hot meals, clothing, school supplies and spiritual development for local children.

Ready to be Entertained? It's March Madness at Act II
Danny Mininni

Act II is THE PLACE to go to see a show when you are in Puerto Vallarta, and the hits keep marching on at Stages, where you can take your pick of 3-5 shows every night! Get your calendar out and plan your March now because each week will bring in new performers for a short 4-6 show run.

PVRPV Vacation Rentals Celebrates 13 Years in Vallarta
Pablo Corona

Tim Longpré and his incredible PVRPV staff are celebrating the start of their 13th year of doing business in Puerto Vallarta. In addition to providing affordable vacation rentals, PVRPV has a longstanding commitment to giving back to this wonderful community we call home.

This Week & Beyond at Nacho Daddy/Boutique Theatre
Catherine Beeghly

Offering everything from dinner theater and live music by the Banderas Bay area's best bands to karaoke, open mic and game nights, Nacho Daddy/Boutique Theatre is widely known as THE PLACE to go for affordable nightlife in Puerto Vallarta. Here's what's playing this week - and beyond!

Telecom Company Telmex Enters Solar Panel Business
PV Magazine

Mexican telecommunications company Telmex, owned by one of the world's richest men, Carlos Slim, is offering all of its customers that pay a monthly electric bill of more than $2,500 pesos to state-owned power utility CFE the opportunity to purchase solar panels.

Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Announces March Events
Matthias Vogt

The PV Garden Club supports not only a more beautiful, clean and verdant city, but is making it more attractive to tourism, thus creating a vibrant economy to support all the other great causes in Puerto Vallarta. Please mark your calendar and join us for our March events.

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