From today’s broadcast:
HEADLINES
Jalisco’s Health Ministry remains vigilant about Covid-19 (but you shouldn’t worry about it just yet). https://vallartaopina.net/refuerzan-vigilancia-de-contagios-de-covid-19-ante-posible-aumento/
Mayor Michel marries 168 couples at La Lija. https://contralinea.net/legalizaeon-su-union-168-parejas-en-ceremonia-en-la-lija/
There’s a tropical formation out there that will most likely evolve into Tropical Storm Eugene by tomorrow. https://vallartaopina.net/eugene-el-ciclon-tropical-que-esta-a-muy-poco-de-aparecer-frente-a-jalisco/
There are still no river sidewalks in El Remance, almost two years after Hurricane Nora. https://tribunadelabahia.com.mx/exigen-el-remance-rehabilite-malecon-70632
LEISURE
SPECIAL FEATURE: Taco de Ojo—Three Facebook pages to follow for sheer visual pleasure
In Mexico, the phrase taco de ojo is the equivalent of eye candy. And it’s not just about staring at beautiful people! Here are three Facebook pages (two from Puerto Vallarta, one from Mexico City) that will always bring joy to your day due to their awesome visual content.
Pastelería Pavlova • https://www.facebook.com/pavlovapasteleria
I’ve never been but have always admired their impeccable photography, not to mention the fact that I’ve had the pleasure of trying some of their creations at friends’ homes. And if buying an entire cake is too much for you, they have cake-by-the-slice specials on Fridays. And their macaroons are to die for!
Galería Robles • https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057568234798
Owner/founder Michael Tolleson Robles calls himself an autistic savant artist. I call him mesmerizing and prolific. Every time he completes a new canvas he publishes it to this page along with insightful musings into his mind and creative process.
Secretaría de Turismo de México • https://www.facebook.com/SECTUR.MX
Mexico’s Tourism Ministry uses its Facebook page to publish a carefully curated visual smorgasbord of beautiful things and places from all over Mexico, from upcoming cultural festivals to must-see, lesser-known destinations. And for those that have yet to explore Mexico beyond Puerto Vallarta, it is a beautiful reminder of the broad variety of experiences and memories one can collect while exploring our country.
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EVENT REMINDERS
Thursday, November 6 • 5 PM
STRINGS ATTACHED: ESSENTIAL VIOLIN CONCERTOS
The violin has been called the instrument that most closely resembles the human voice — capable of singing, crying, soaring, and dazzling with virtuosity. But what makes certain violin concertos stand out as timeless masterpieces? In this music appreciation evening, we’ll journey through ten of the greatest violin concertos ever written. From Beethoven’s noble and expansive Violin Concerto in D, to Tchaikovsky’s fiery and passionate Concerto in D Major, to Barber’s lushly lyrical American treasure — and many gems in between — we’ll discover how composers have used the violin to capture the full spectrum of human expression.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1124043659930801/
Thursday, November 20 • 5 PM
¡AZUCAR! • The Life and Music of Celia Cruz
Everyone knows her voice. Everyone knows ¡Azúcar! But how much do you really know about Celia Cruz—the woman who left everything behind to follow her music? From the dance halls of 1950s Havana to the concert stages of New York and Mexico, Celia’s journey was marked by courage, exile, and an unstoppable joy. Join Music Storyteller Paco Ojeda for ¡AZÚCAR! The Life and Music of Celia Cruz — a vibrant, heart-pounding exploration of the Queen of Salsa, her struggles, and her triumphs.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1177814007623307/
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