The Centro de Equitacion Terapeuta (CET) opened its gates for a country-style grand inauguration Saturday, February 16, showcasing the benefits of putting human beings together with a string of gentle horses, experienced professional therapists and a team of caring volunteers.

Most people who come to Mexico are all too familiar with tequila; many will have enjoyed its stronger, smokier cousin mezcal and some may even have tried the ancient, milky looking drink known as pulque. But there is one agave-based beverage that very few visitors or even residents are familiar with: raicilla.

The second Vallarta Bird Festival from March 7 to 10 features four days of birding and nature walks with expert guides in unique habitats that will be sure to satisfy even the most advanced birders. 

Kim Tolleson has always had a unique approach. Growing up in Texas as the son of business owners, he had business in his bones, but wanted to follow a more creative path. Two years ago, after many years owning a gallery that specialized in one-of-a-kind international home décor in Santa Cruz, California, Tolleson moved to Ajijic with no real intention of going into business.

Watching bright-eyed youngsters deftly handle heavy duty power tools and proudly show off the products of their handiwork gave immense satisfaction to more than a dozen expats who chipped in seed money to start up a carpentry workshop program in Santa Cruz de la Soledad.

A small municipal gallery located directly behind the Basilica of the Virgin of Zapopan has opened with a bang, debuting with 23 large-format photos by acclaimed photojournalist José Hernández-Claire.