From today’s broadcast:
HEADLINES
Approximately 30,000 locals gathered at the Malecón to celebrate Mexican Independence last night. https://tribunadelabahia.com.mx/malecon-vallarta-tradicional-grito-independencia/
Governor Alfaro celebrated his final ‘grito,’ along with his family. https://contralinea.net/enrique-alfaro-arenga-por-division-de-poderes-y-defensa-de-la-republica-en-su-ultimo-grito/
AMLO celebrated is final ‘grito’ in front of a massive gathering at El Zócalo. https://tribunadelabahia.com.mx/amlo-ultimo-grito-independencia-presidente-viva-4t/
Several countries throughout the world acknowledged Mexico’s most important celebration. https://www.noticiaspv.com.mx/edificios-alrededor-del-mundo-se-iluminaron-con-los-colores-de-la-bandera-de-mexico/
Local tourism is doing just fine during the long weekend. https://tribunadelabahia.com.mx/cientos-de-turistas-disfrutan-puente/
Municipalities take potholes in their own hands. https://contralinea.net/le-entran-al-quiete-municipios-con-bacheo-en-la-via-libre-guadalajara-puerto-vallarta-por-falta-de-apoyo-federal/
The Iguanas lost on their local debut. https://tribunadelabahia.com.mx/iguanas-vallarta-caen-debut-coras/
Where’s the money earmarked to fix the Malecón? https://vallartaindependiente.com/2024/09/14/continua-inconclusa-rehabilitacion-del-malecon-en-puerto-vallarta/#prettyPhoto
LEISURE
Local nightlife gets a nod—Puerto Vallarta in 11th place in all of Latin America. https://vallartaenlinea.net/puerto-vallarta-la-11o-ciudad-con-mejor-vida-nocturna-en-latinoamerica-estudio/puerto-vallarta/13/
Drag brunch at El Rey Lounge is coming this Saturday. https://www.facebook.com/events/1204773807235492/
A Mexican Independence Dinner is coming to Oculto on the 28th. https://www.facebook.com/events/s/celebra-el-mes-patrio-de-mexic/3817692208518786/
Also on the 28th, San Sebastian del Oeste’s annual Hot Air Balloon Competition. https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid0r9bJE63j6AzZyfWU8Fstp2cGKRHnNKLK4YoDeeRFAV6ghFn6VvPv22Fwd1KSaYMsl&id=100057429559357
Episode 26 of The Spotlight is coming up on Wednesday, September 18. We will be broadcasting from the Joint. Boutique Hotel & Cowork and you are more than welcome to join us! Here are the watch and registration pages for this show:
- Register if you have an event, product or service to promote: https://streamyard.com/watch/4iQvteEj2unm
- Watch live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2279559095734329
- Watch live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-n4nJsbYAA
- Questions? Feel free to reach out at https://paco-ojeda.com/contact/
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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