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««« Click HERE for Recent Entertainment Treat Yourself in the New Year at Vallarta's OTFM-TC
Erin Staley
 Treat yourself to a little 'make it, bake it, grow it' goodness for a healthy mind, body and spirit in the New Year. Traditional shopping can't quite compare to the variety of locally grown foods and health conscious services available at Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers' Market.
'Essence of Cuisine' Cooking Classes in Puerto Vallarta
BanderasNews.com
 During your visit to Puerto Vallarta why not join Dolores at Essence of Cuisine to learn how to make Chicken Tamales, Chilaquiles in a homemade tomatillo sauce, spicy Mexican beans and yams with green chiles and orange sauce? The next classes will be held on January 13 and 24.
'Tis the Season for Charity BINGO in Puerto Vallarta
Banderas News Team
 Nacho Daddy is adding some extra joy to the holiday season by hosting two very special nights of Charity BINGO. The first will be on Thursday, December 26th and, to keep the spirit of giving running into the new year, another night of Charity BINGO will be held on January 2, 2014.
Bud Ellison Photography Exhibit Currently at IFC
Janie Albright Blank
 The International Friendship Club (IFC) currently has an exhibit of Bud Ellison's photography on display as a fundraiser in their newly renovated meeting hall. The exhibit runs through January and the work is available for sale, with 25% of the proceeds donated to the IFC.
Party Guide for New Year's Eve in Puerto Vallarta
BanderasNews Team
 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is an awesome place to party anytime of the year, but on New Year's Eve it literally explodes! Our New Year's Eve Party Planner will give you a closer look at some of the most spectacular celebrations taking place in Vallarta on the last night of 2013.
Abelardo Favela Opening Reception at Galería Contempo
Heather Wilson
 What a pleasure it is at this joyous time of year, to meet an artist whose work makes us smile, and on Friday, December 27th from 6-10 pm, Galería Contempo invites you to meet Abelardo Favela at an opening reception in this airy two-story art gallery on the South Side of Vallarta.
8th Annual San Pancho Sinergiarte Festival Dec 21-29
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 Music, dance, theater, circus, painting, sculpture, performance, literature, audiovisual, photography, gastronomy, handicrafts, and workshops will all be offered in celebration of the 8th annual 'Sinergiarte Festival' afternoons from Dec. 21st-29th in San Francisco, Nayarit.
Time to Eat, Drink & Be Merry at Vallarta Restaurants
BanderasNews.com
 If you're looking for a place to enjoy Christmas dinner - Vallarta Style! - a number of Banderas Bay area restaurants are offering holiday menus on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day that include everything from traditional yuletide fare to more enticing and innovative dishes.
Recipes for the Holidays: Chipotle Cranberry Sauce
Art Rodriguez
 Cranberry sauce is a must for your holiday dinner and chipotle can elevate your humble coulis by adding a Mexican twist to your traditional holiday fare. That smokey flavoring and touch of heat will deliver a unique taste unlike anything you've ever experienced.
Christmas Specials at El Arrayán Restaurant
Nora Ocegueda
 From December 20th, 2013 through January 5th, 2014, El Arrayan Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico invites you to enjoy a selection of traditional Mexican Christmas dishes prepared by Chef Alfonso Corona, which are available for dine in or take out service.
Home for the Holidays at Puerto Vallarta's OTFM-TC
Erin Staley
 Whether you're staying in town or are traveling home for the holidays, you'll want to make sure to stop by the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural this Saturday to pick up some 'make it, bake it, grow it' goodies for your home.
'Always In Season' at Paradise Community Center
Linda Hobden
 For the past two years, Time To Play's engaging and entertaining shows have been delighting their Puerto Vallarta fans, and they are back again to perform 'Always In Season' at the Paradise Community Center on December 20 and 21, 2013, at 8:00 p.m.
Enjoy a Shrimply Delicious Christmas at The Blue Shrimp
Media Diva International
 Share the holiday spirit with friends, family and a celebration fit for Santa Claus at The Blue Shrimp Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Treat yourself and your family to a 'Shrimply Delicious' Christmas dinner on the beach or under the restaurant's large palapa.
New Santana Recording Done in Puerto Vallarta/Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit CVB
 Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit were chosen as the recording location for Carlos Santana’s newest record, 'Corazon – Live from Mexico - Live it to believe it,' as part of the promotional campaign by the same name championed by the Mexico Tourism Board.
Spend your Christmas with the Daiquiri Dick's Family
Laura Gelezunas
 Christmas is a wonderful time to get together with family and friends - and Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant on Los Muertos Beach is the perfect place to celebrate the holiday season in Puerto Vallarta. The weather is perfect, the sunset will be sensational, and the meal will be gourmet.
Elena Martinez Bolio Expo at Espacio de Arte Arrayán
Sheila Cohen
 Elena Martinez Bolio comes to Puerto Vallarta via Mérida to show her very moving and beautiful textile art at Espacio de Arte Arrayan, located within Restaurant El Arrayán in downtown. The show will open with a reception for the artist on Wednesday, December 18th at 6 pm.
Mexican Films Hold Their Own Against Hollywood Fare
John Hecht
 It appears that Mexican cinema is finally gaining ground at home in a market where Hollywood releases usually dominate. Mexico box office attendance figures and receipts for home-grown productions nearly tripled this year as they captured a double-digit market share.
Purr Project BINGO Starring the Todd and Gaye Ringness
Marilyn Khan
 Join us for another evening of fun on Wednesday, December 18th, when local singers Todd and Gaye Ringness will take the microphone at half-time during Kitty BINGO at Margarita Grill. Proceeds will benefit PuRR Project, Puerto Vallarta's no-kill feline shelter.
Photographs to Floral Art Workshop with Mike Laking
Bob Price
 On Thursday, December 19th from 1:30-3:30 pm, digital photoartisan Mike Laking will teach you how to create beautiful art from your photographs, find free Photoshop video lessons, and more during his 'Photographs to Floral Art' workshop at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens.
Democrats Abroad Tues. Films Presents Mariachi Gringo
David Kamp and Judy Snow
 As part of their 'Every Tuesday Night Film' series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad presents 2012's 'Mariachi Gringo' on December 17th at 7 pm at the Paradise Community Center. Come early and eat before the show with the food vendors at the Center.
Daiquiri Dick's 8th Annual Pet Picnic a Howling Success
Laura Gelezunas
 A postcard setting, gourmet food and quality time spent with your best four-legged friend. That was the atmosphere at Daiquiri Dick's 8th Pet Picnic, an annual fund raiser for PEACE Animals, a non-profit that holds high volume mobile spay and neuter clinics around Banderas Bay.
Live Entertainment on Vallarta's Paradise Stage
Ric Lehman
 If you're looking for some live entertainment, the Paradise Stage is the place to be this weekend! The Banderas Bay Jazz Allstars play on Friday, the last performance of Bedazzled Broadway is on Saturday, and the Puerto Vallarta Chamber Orchestra and Syng! will perform a Sunday matinee.
Old Town Farmers Market a Music Lover's Feast
Erin Staley
 According to Friedrich Nietzsche, 'Without music, life would be a mistake.' That's why we celebrate life each week by bringing in national and international talent to perform at the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers' Market-Tianguis Cultural every Saturday.
Los Mangos Hosts Becas Brunch for Vallarta Students
Polly G. Vicars
 It is the Christmas Season so, on December 18th Becas Vallarta will give both locals and visitors an opportunity to give and receive at Mangos Beach Club. You'll enjoy a fabulous brunch and some unique entertainment, while helping one of Becas' almost 400 scholarship students.
International Friendship Club 2013-2014 Vallarta Tours
Janie Albright Blank
 The International Friendship Club has begun their 2013-14 tour season, with Puerto Vallarta Home Tours every Tuesday & Wednesday and Botanical Gardens and Zoo tours every Thursday. Tour proceeds fund many local charities, primarily the IFC Cleft Palate Program.
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