by Merv BuchananIt's impossible to overestimate the impact Swedish recording group ABBA, featuring singers Agnetha Fältskog and Frida Lyngstad, have had on popular music. During the 70s, ABBA, the first recording stars, from a non-English-speaking country to regularly top the world's record charts, owned the airwaves.
They exploded onto the...
Recap: Good Morning, From Here, January 11 - 17
Monday To Adele, a Tribute by Gloria Fiona at Teatro Vallarta was... Grand. From the sequins glittering like stars under the intense lights to the string quartet, it was a concert played at Vallarta's highest possible level. Gloria's voice soared over...
by Merv BuchananCanadian superstar Shania Twain's country-pop songs, spirited singing, and stunning looks long ago put her at the top of the entertainment world. She has sold more than 90 million albums, performed sold-out concerts in arenas and other major venues across the globe, and collected numerous music industry...
by Dr Simona Pop There is no proven way to create and maintain healthy stem cells, but following good healthy habits may help.
• Diet Eat a healthy, balanced diet that includes foods rich in polyphenols, like berries, turmeric, and green tea, as well as anti-inflammatory foods like tomatoes, olive...
To establish permanent residency in Mexico, we refer to the immigration requirements first:
Residency You first apply at the nearest consulate in your location. You prove you have enough income to take care of yourself or you have purchased a property worth a certain amount of money.
Once you have satisfied...
If there was ever a ‘cookie cutter’ fishing report, this is it! Fishing in Puerto Vallarta and the entire Bay of Banderas hasn’t changed much since last week. We still have dirty water, and the currents are pretty strong with the storms up north, so these conditions may continue...
2025 is a watershed year in our history that promises excellent opportunities for your growth and spiritual evolution. I wish you to continue to walk your path of love, joy, and trust, and you will make your dreams a reality.
I’d also like to thank you for the ongoing support and love...
Here’s what the Course is not:
It’s not a religion. You don’t have to join a church or follow any rituals. It is not a cult.
It’s not a self-help book. While the Course can improve your life, it’s not about achieving worldly success or fixing external problems.
It’s not a...
by Jane Downs Sunset. Clouds on the horizon form a sky city backlit by deep pink. In the distance the lights of Puerto Vallarta begin to flicker on. I think of back home and the San Francisco skyline.
In geologic time, cities are transitory and as perishable as clouds....
Recap: Good Morning, From Here, January 04 - 10
Monday Does everybody have a nice big chunk of Rosca, Three Kings bread, with coffee this Epiphany morning? (Don't break a tooth on baby Jesus.) I read that Mexico City residents will spend 4 billion pesos on gifts for their kids...
by Dr Simona Pop As we age, the stem cells in our body become less and less efficient. At the age of 60, stem cells show very little activity, becoming slower and releasing less growth factors that are needed to repair our body.
By our mid-70s, we have almost no...
by Merv Buchanan Jeff Scott’s Elton John Tribute comes to Banderas Bay with shows in Bucerias, Nayarit, and Paso Guayabo, Puerto Vallarta.
Elton John, an icon in the world of music, is instantly recognizable for his voice, songs, and flamboyant style. With millions of albums sold and electrifying concerts around...
As real estate agents, we receive these requests with questions on immigration. We are not experts in immigration or fiscal residency. We should provide basic information and then direct clients to professionals in immigration and accountants who can help with registration into the SAT system to be recognized as fiscal...
This week, the song remains much the same. What looked like some positive signs that the dirty water was finally moving out didn't happen. In fact, the conditions are even worse than they've been in the last few weeks, and there is no way to sugarcoat it. But the...
Last week, I wrote a little notice at the beginning and end of my column, that I would be starting ACIM classes in the next few weeks. Since then, people have asked me what this is all about. The book went on sale in 1976, has been translated into...
Previously published: December 25, 2024 By vallartacalendar.com
Puerto Vallarta is a city where music, art, and culture thrive, creating a vibrant scene that attracts both locals and visitors alike. This season, one of the most anticipated events is the upcoming performance by Gloria Fiona, a vocalist who has captivated audiences with her stunning...
Recap: Good Morning, From Here, December 27 - January 03
Monday I heard yesterday that Peter Oudman sadly passed away in Calgary on Saturday. If you ever attended any Pasitos de Luz Riverfest celebrations over a dozen years at El Rio BBQ Bar, you would have met him at some...
by Dr Simona Pop Research has shown that stem cells have the remarkable potential to develop into many different cell types in the body during early life and growth. They also serve as a sort of internal repair system, dividing essentially without limit to replenish other cells as long...
Someone asked me casually a week ago how many times a week I go to shows, events, whatever. I did not have an answer until an hour ago.
I went through my handy day timer and did some figuring. This is what I did in 2024:
I visited Act2PV the most...
by Merv Buchanan Rancho Santiago is a unique new outdoor entertainment destination located just outside Puerto Vallarta, between the jungle and the Cuale River, at 1051 Felipe Angeles, a few kilometers past Paso Ancho.
The just-completed venue, hosted by Kurt Sinner, will feature the famous El Rio BBQ slow-smoked ribs,...
