From today’s broadcast:
HEADLINES
Lighting along Francisco Medina Ascencio Ave. failed last night. https://tribunadelabahia.com.mx/avenida-principal-en-tinieblas/
A German tourist behaved badly, demanding a convenience store employee to speak English. https://tribunadelabahia.com.mx/turista-explota-empleado-ingles-vallarta/
Did you know that Mexico’s official name is not Mexico? A constitutional amendment could make it official. https://tribunadelabahia.com.mx/diputada-cambiar-nombre-pais-mexico/
LEISURE
SPECIAL FEATURE: The Spotlight interview, featuring Jean Cameron and Carolann Lassiter
These two awesome ladies have developed their own community at their adjoining 5 de Diciembre shops: Jean’s ‘The Witchery Salon’ (https://www.facebook.com/thewitcherysalonpv) and Carolann’s ‘The Annex Studio & Gallery PV’ (https://www.facebook.com/TheAnnexStudioandGalleryPV). Check them out!
COVER SHOT: Local residents Jean Cameron and Carolann Lassiter (and Manager).
WATCH AND SHARE: Ten Reasons to Volunteer in Puerto Vallarta
The Spotlight is Puerto Vallarta’s weekly interview series by Paco Ojeda | Coffee & Headlines, featuring in-person interviews with—and giveaways from—local event promoters, and product/service providers. If you are a local event producer, organizing a fundraiser, offering a weekly special at your restaurant, or performing at a local venue, we’d love to interview you. It’s FREE, but you must register. CLICK HERE TO RESERVE A SPOT: https://bit.ly/thespotlightpv
UPCOMING INTERVIEWS
(* indicates the guest will be offering a giveaway during the interview)
Wednesday, February 26
- Jorge Villela • Lucha Libre • https://www.facebook.com/CRDEPORTESENTRETENIMIENTO
- Space still available! Sign up at www.bit.ly/thespotlightpv
Wednesday, March 5
- Sandi McDonald • Teatro Sin Borders • https://www.teatrosinborders.com/
- AVAILABLE • Sign up for an interview here: www.bit.ly/thespotlightPV
Wednesday, March 12
- Angela Kelleher & Paco Ojeda discuss the upcoming Hands-On Vallarta volunteer fair for English-speaking locals and their friends. bit.ly/3QwCmeg
Wednesday, March 19
- Sargento Dan • The Mentiras Experience
- AVAILABLE • Sign up for an interview here: www.bit.ly/thespotlightPV
Wednesday, March 26
- AVAILABLE • Sign up for an interview here: www.bit.ly/thespotlightPV
- AVAILABLE • Sign up for an interview here: www.bit.ly/thespotlightPV
EVENTS
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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