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Jan. 24 - 30, 2019 www.vallartatribune.com
Pasitos de Luz Fundraiser Fashion Show
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asitos de Luz is a daycare and rehabilitation center, currently suppor ting over 130 children, all from low-income families and single mothers. Pasitos de Luz enables children with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome and other special needs to reach their full potential. All of its ser vices are free, which makes donations and in-kind suppor t especially impor tant! In order to help this amazing organization, Alex Daoud, owner & founder of Alexander A Salon in Marina Vallar ta, is sponsoring his second annual alexander charity fashion show on Saturday, Februar y 2nd! He has chosen to help Pasitos de Luz because he really believes in the wonderful work that they are doing. All of the proceeds from this year’s fashion show will benefit his
favorite charity.
MAKE-OVER CONTEST! One of the most popular features of the Alexander Fashion Show is the makeover contest. This year’s show will feature TWO LUCKY WOMEN who will each receive a makeover by Alex! If you are ready for a change, and/ or just feeling bold... email a headshot of yourself to alexasalon4u@hotmail.com. This is a really fun experience, so don’t be shy. FASHION DESIGNS This year’s models will showcase the glamorous fashion designs of Delia Gonzalez, owner of Vogue’s Boutique. Her beautiful, classic apparel always includes a lovely touch of Mexican tradition in each piece. Her designs are found throughout Mexico, and
also in select cities in the U.S. Her local store, “Vogue’s Boutique,” is located in Plaza Marina. Gorgeous jewelr y from Diamonds International will also complement Delia’s beautiful designs! Diamonds International is a great suppor ter of this event, and will have some special “sparkles” available for purchase. ABOUT THE FASHION SHOW The Alexander Charity Fashion Show is being held at the beautiful River Café on the River Cuale in Old Town on Saturday, Februar y 2, at 1:00 pm. Doors open at 12:30 pm, and a 3-course lunch will be ser ved at 1:00 pm. A “no-host” bar will be available. In addition to the beautiful fashion designs and jewelr y, guests can par ticipate in a silent auction, featuring lots of donated items and ser vices! Last year’s fashion show netted over $56,000 pesos for Pasitos de Luz. This year, Alexander is aiming for $100,000 pesos (or more)! TICKET INFORMATION Tickets are now on sale, priced at just $400 pesos per person. Tickets are available at Alexander A Salon, Plaza Marina local #F2 located next to the entrance of the MEGA (Mexicana Comercial) Supermarket. Call the salon at (322)-169-8111 or cell 3221698111 to arrange for a ticket, or send an email to alexasalon4u@hotmail.com
Artisan and Farmer’s Markets in Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit
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very year at the end of October through the first week of November we welcome back the many artisan and farmer’s markets that pop-up around the bay and north through the towns of Riviera Nayarit. These markets represent local producers, artisans and entrepreneurs selling homemade food, organic products, arts and crafts, jewelry and more. They are an excellent resource for fresh baked treats, hard to find items and unique souvenirs. Here is an up to date list for most markets, if you know of another please email and we’ll add it to the list. Editor@vallartatribune.com
Friday
Marsol Friday Market by the Pier - 9:30 am -1:30 pm Open every Friday all year located on Francisca Rodriguez Sayulita Mercado del Pueblo - 10 am -2 pm – On Calle Revolucion before the bridge Southside Shuffle every second week from 6 pm - 10 pm On Basilio Badillo, Old Town
Saturday
Olas Altas Farmer’s Market - 9:30 am - 2 pm at Lazaro Cardenas Parks, Old Town Three Hens & a Rooster Market 9 am - 1:00 pm at the Lions Club, Madero # 280 Old Town Tianguis Lo de Marcos – Located at Main plaza
Sunday
Huanacaxtle Farmer’s Market - 9 am -3pm Located at La Cruz Marina
Tuesday
Riviera Market 9am - 2 pm In Nuevo Vallarta in the parking lot behind the Casino.
Wednesday
Bucerias Forever Spring Market - 9 am - 1pm In the parking lot of Chedraui Bucerias Vallarta ArtWalk - 6 pm - 10 pm Various locations in downtown vallartaartwalk.com
Thursday
Bucerias ArtWalk - 7-9pm - along Lazaro Cardenas Marina Vallarta Night Market- 6 pm -10 pm along the marina boardwalk