By Arlene Pervin
Most people, when they hear the word tuba, think of a huge brass instrument, but I associate the word with a tropical drink and the signature sight of the tuba vendors that station themselves along the Malecon of Puerto Vallarta.
The tuba vendor slings his wares, hung...
For 18 years, Amigos del Magisterio, a group of volunteers, has worked to supply basic foodstuffs to the poor of Puerto Vallarta, especially those living in Colonia Magisterio, its poorest suburb.
The mission of Amigos del Magisterio is to alleviate hunger and promote dignity, mainly by providing food to those...
Recap: Good Morning, From Here February 24 - March 01
Monday It's 4:30 in the morning; I have coffee in hand and don't even know where to start sorting out the recent magic in Vallarta.
It is clinging to me like saran wrap—the magic. I felt like I was barely...
"In order to understand Uprising Chili—I mean really understand it, not just offer the same surface level appreciation that a cop might feel at a RATM show—I feel it is first necessary to consider the nature of leadership.
See, lately I've been reading this book by the name of 'The...
The Cuale Spay and Neuter Clinics take place on the first Sunday each month at the police station in Infonavit. While the clinic is free, the vets have to be paid, and anaesthetics and other medications have to be purchased. You can learn more on their Facebook page and...
By RosAngelica Moreno The symbol of Puerto Vallarta recognized the world over is the Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe that proudly wears her crown as she presides over the Plaza de Armas and looks out to Bahia de Banderas.
Her crowned tower dominates the historic center of...
Recap Good Morning, From Here February 17 - February 23, 2024
Monday Warm sunshine has returned at last; the rain is gone, tourists are lining the streets and filling up the beaches, and all is right with the world.
I went up the street to my neighbors last week to...
February 10 - February 16, 2024
Monday Last Friday, Kevin Feltner and I, representing Vallarta Mirror, went to the Vallarta Food Bank for an Open House. What a difference community and cooperation make! The Ex-President of the Vallarta Garden Club, John McKinney, gave K and me a tour, starting with...
The Porch Cafe, the latest venture in Puerto Vallarta by the entrepreneurs Brian Kent, Bryan Stocks, and Roger Allen, who brought you One Six One, Anonimo, and The Tunnel Bar, is now open for business.
This lovely, airy cafe on Amapas (across from the Tropicana Hotel) is open from 9...
Recap Good Morning, From Here: February 03 - February 09, 2024
Monday
How was everybody's weekend? I had a great time at the Arte Vallarta Museo - the first Saturday fiesta drew a packed house. My date was dear bff Sandra Bradley, who hosts small Lightworkers' Gatherings at her home every...
