Truth Be Known

The night I began to write againhad been a rather dark night of the soul.I was worried, fearful, and distressed—chained to anxiety, strained by debt,and the loss of nearly everything I loved.A house—a home I could no longer own.There was the still decline of my father’s kind and brilliant...

Meet Black Jaguar, Ek Balam – Child Prodigy Painter

In the Mayan language, Ek Balam means Black Jaguar. This adorable cub celebrated his 5th birthday less than a month ago and has been painting since he was two. His first painting exhibition was held yesterday, featuring an awe-inspiring original collection of his artwork. The reception was uniformly rated as fantastic and,...

Solitary Man: Will Chalmers’ Famous Tribute to Neil Diamond

by Merv Buchanan Neil Diamond has a special place in the history of popular music. His unique vocal style and catchy original songs have earned him 11 number-one hits and helped sell more than 120 million records. He is a member of The Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock'n'Roll...

Two-Day Improv Workshop Coming Soon!

If you’ve ever watched a live improv comedy show or even the hit TV show ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway,’ you have probably thought, “How do they think on their feet that quickly?! I could never do that!” Well, award-winning Canadian improviser Diana Frances is coming to Puerto Vallarta to...

Botanical Wonders

By Arlene Pervin One would not expect to see the color turquoise in a plant, but the Philippine Jade vine displays its lady slipper-like flower in all its turquoise splendor. This is just one of the fabulous feasts for the eye at the Vallarta Botanical Garden, now celebrating its...

Ann Talman and Dawn Derow – Not Together!

Previously published in NiteLifeExchange Ann Talman - Classy and Classic My curiosity about this show was piqued with the mere mention of Elizabeth Taylor, whose house here in town, Casa Kimberly, where she lived with Richard Burton before and after their marriage, is just a couple of blocks up the...

The Beegees Now

by Merv Buchanan A tribute to three of the world's top singers/songwriters. Born on The Isle of Man between Great Britain and Ireland and later moving with their family to Australia, brothers Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb, formed The Bee Gees in 1958. In Australia, they concentrated on songwriting and perfecting...

In The Groove with Songbird, Anais Belloso

by Trevor Carolan Fans of Vallarta’s brightest songbird Anais Belloso, are familiar with her polished style that’s way beyond her years. After wowing audiences here since committing to a singing career at 18, Belloso is poised for April release on Spotify and new online video of her rhythmic tune,...

From Hound Dog to Burning Love

The Matt Cage tribute to The King of Rock'n'Rollby Merv BuchananJohn Lennon said, “Before Elvis, there was nothing.” Well, there was something, but it wasn’t rock’n’roll. Elvis made rock’n’roll happen with his voice, style, and heart-stopping good looks. His statement, “I don’t sing like no one,” was true. His...

Qvetzal, an Amazing Mexican Artist

Nest of Ideas Previously published at paigenewman.com Puerto Vallarta, in the Mexican state of Jalisco, is known for its beautiful beaches and sunsets, festive nightlife and culture, and vibrant 12-block Malecon (boardwalk along the coast). Another claim to fame is the growing art scene. Global tourists and locals enjoy exploring the...

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