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 Rodrigo Vázquez Photo Expo at Naval History Museum
 Wally Lobatto
'Lagos de Moreno: Ciudad Patrimonio del Centenario,' a photo exhibition by Rodrigo Vázquez, will be on display at the Naval History Museum of Puerto Vallarta through October 15th. The exhibit spotlights the Villa of Santa Maria de los Lagos and Jalisco's greatest treasure - its people.
Vallarta in Need of Re-Engineering
 Eduardo García Gómez
The hot topic for most of the people who participated in a recent presentation of the Tourism Law Project for Jalisco and its cities was that Puerto Vallarta needs to improve its tourism image, focusing on adequate advertising, promotion, and more profitable markets.
PEACE Classic Vallarta Home Tours
 Astrid van Dam
Join PEACE as they expand south from Nayarit and launch their exciting new Classic Vallarta Home Tour this fall. Tours depart every Tuesday at 10 am, November 23rd through April 5th from Plaza Romy located at Ignacio L. Vallarta #228 in the Romantic Zone.
Vallarta Supports Hurricane Karl Victims
 Gerardo González
Puerto Vallarta city authorities, along with Costco, Peninsula Plaza, local businesses and private citizens are joining together to help the thousands of families in the states of Tabasco and Veracruz who have lost their homes and properties in the wake of Hurricane Karl's severe flooding.
 Best Mexican Vacations: 2010 Puerto Vallarta is #1
 Travel.USNews.com
Mexico is an exceptionally varied country. The reputation of its border towns often overshadows the attraction its thriving beach destinations offer. A prime example is Puerto Vallarta, which was ranked the #1 'Best Mexican Vacations for 2010' in a recent U.S. News Travel poll.
Culinary Jam Session: A Night of Friends for Friends
 Lourdes Bizarro
If you're into fabulous food, marvelous music and charitable causes, start making plans to attend this year's Puerto Vallarta Culinary Jam Session on Sunday, October 24th at the Marriott CasaMagna Resort. Proceeds from the $600 pesos tickets will be divided equally among four local charities.
Classic Beachfront Living at Villa Mareja Baja
 Laura Gelezunas
Capture stunning views from the multi-faceted terrace and open-air rooms at Villa Mareja Baja. Situated right on Amapas Beach in lower Conchas Chinas, this classic Puerto Vallarta beachfront villa incorporates Mexican colonial style with modern touches and natural influences.
Classic Movie Mondays at Los Mangos
 Pamela Thompson
Looking for some cool entertainment this fall? Drop by Biblioteca Los Mangos on Monday evenings at 5 pm to enjoy a classic movie in the air-conditioned comfort of the Puerto Vallarta Public Library. Admission is just $15 pesos, with popcorn and soft drinks available for purchase.
Urgent Blood Donations Needed in Vallarta
 Pamela Thompson
At this time, O Positive blood is urgently needed for US Citizen David Lilly, as well as many other hospitalized people who need your help, so please consider donating a pint today! Think if it was you or one of your loved ones in the same situation!
Don Guacamole Opens on PV's South Side
 Margarita La Bonita
Who says that everything is closed so there's nowhere to eat in Puerto Vallarta during the month of September? A new restaurant, Don Guacamole, just opened its doors on the south side of Vallarta... in September! Mimo, the owner of La Piazzetta, has done it again!
Riviera Maya Gears Up for Second Annual Culinary Event
 TasteOfPlaya.com
Taste of Playa, the Riviera Maya’s international culinary event, has once again attracted the attention of the region’s many talented chefs and restaurateurs. Scheduled for November 21 in Playa del Carmen’s Parque Fundadores, the event will feature over 40 restaurants and beverage providers.
Radio Mil Celebrates Mexico's Bicentennial at Riviera Nayarit
 RivieraNayarit.com
Edgar Morales 'El Castor' and the team of 'El Castor Viajero' program are visiting Mexico's main tourist destinations as part of The Centennials Tour, planting a seed of environmental awareness amongst the children of San Blas.
The VallartaScene Meet and Greet
 Rick Hepting
For over 5 years, Xpats, nationals and visitors in Puerto Vallarta have been meeting once a week at selected restaurants and bars for a casual get-together. In the next month we will be meeting on September 30, October 14th and 28th at Cheeky Monkey and on October 7th and 21st at Casa Isabel.
Charity Bingo at Nacho Daddy in October
 Tim Longpré
Get ready for another fun-filled season of Charity Bingo! This year's games will be played at Nacho Daddy every other Tuesday beginning on October 5th at 6 pm, and will support Pasitos de Luz, a Puerto Vallarta non-profit organization founded by mothers of disabled children.
Expats in Vallarta Continues to Grow
 Sara Wise
The local group of Expats in Vallarta continues to grow dramatically. The first Happy Hour for this season will be Tuesday, October 12th at 5 pm at Langostinos on Los Muertos Beach. In addition, they also have several Wine and Appetizer Evenings scheduled at various ExPats homes in the Bay area.
Puerto Vallarta Restaurant News
 PVNN
As September comes to a close, many Puerto Vallarta restaurants are re-opening their doors after remodeling in anticipation of the upcoming high season. Among them are Archie's Wok on September 27th, and No Way Jose! on October 12th. Both restaurants will be offering welcome back specials.
Botanical Gardens Rated #3 Puerto Vallarta Attraction
 Douglas Lenox
The US News & World Report online travel guide recently listed Vallarta Botanical Gardens as the 3rd 'Best Attraction' in Puerto Vallarta, which was listed as the number one destination in 'Best Mexican Vacations: 2010,' surpassing other popular destinations such as Mexico City and Cancun.
Beatlemania Sweeping Banderas Bay!
 Patrick Harrison
Experience the Fab Four right here in Puerto Vallarta, well, as close as you can get with this Broadway and London Production! This celebration of the Beatles will perform for one show only, Thursday, October 7, at 9:00 pm at Vallarta’s beautiful new performing-arts venue, Teatro Vallarta.
PV Garden Club Planting at Los Mangos
 PuertoVallartaGC.org
Puerto Vallarta Garden Club, in coordination with Biblioteca Los Mangos, will host a planting at the Library on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 11 am. Help plant our complimentary bougainvilleas in memory of a loved one or just for fun! All volunteers, new members and donations are welcome.
Puerto Vallarta Remembers Bill Christy
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta's Bill Christy passed away on September 24, 2010. Mr. Christy was a retired Captain in the United States Coast Guard Reserve, served as an active duty Coast Guard Officer in Alaska and St. Louis for 3 years, and was an active member of the Puerto Vallarta Navy League.
La Cuiza is Calling All Artists
 Mercedes Sanchez
From October 23-December 3, 2010, La Cuiza Gallery & Bar on the Isla Rio Cuale will be hosting an art show and judged competition for all artists living in the state of Jalisco. Each artist may submit up to 3 original paintings. No photography, watercolors, reproductions or handicrafts will be accepted.
Mexico Road Safety Update
 Dorothy and Bill Bell
Many American and Canadian snowbirds are trying to decide whether or not to drive to their place in the Mexican sun this winter. As experts on Mexico road travel, we understand many of your concerns about driving and vacationing in Mexico, so here are the answers to many of your questions.
Realtor 365 with Nicole Martin
 Truth, Wisdom and Humor from Vallarta Realtors
In Realtor 365, a new monthly video program on BanderasNews, Nicole Martin gives us an 'inside the industry' introduction to top Vallarta real estate professionals, who state their opinions on the market, promote their favorite local charities and confess how they first landed on our shores.
Rewind... Mexico: One Journalist’s View
 Linda Ellerbee
As a respected U.S. journalist and part-time Puerto Vallarta resident, Linda gave us an extremely well written and truthful account of life in Mexico, with a message that applies to the struggles that Mexico faces today - just as it did more than 18 months ago.
Join Pet Heaven for World Animal Day Fun
 Nicole Martin
Pet Heaven is proud to participate in the Puerto Vallarta World Animal Day celebration led by Association Vida Animal Bahía de Banderas on Sunday, October 3rd. If you are currently in Vallarta – please consider participating with us – it is SURE to be a fun evening!
¡Sí, Hablo Español!
 Polly G. Vicars
Almost any gringo you meet in Puerto Vallarta who speaks good Spanish is, or has been, a student of Maestro Melchor. Almost every day, I say a silent, 'Thank you Maestro Melchor' for having the ability and the patience to stick with me until I can say, '¡Si Hablo Español!'
Community Supports Local Flood Victims
 Laurie Ailworth
We recently sent out a request for flood victims who had nothing due to flooding rivers, mudslides, collapsed bridges and impassable roads in the Banderas Bay region. Your response was immediate, and your generosity helped feed and clothe families that were in desperate need of assistance.
School of Champions Back To School!
 Art Fumerton
The School of Champions educational projects resumed on September 20th, providing food to over 1500 poor children in the public primary schools and kindergartens around the Puerto Vallarta dump and after-school classes in English, math and computer skills for more than 300 students.
Bicentennial Sculpture Unveiled
 Bicentennial Sculpture Unveiled
On September 15th, as part of the local Bicentennial celebrations, Puerto Vallarta Mayor Salvador Gonzalez Resendiz unveiled 'Bicentenary Victory,' a new sculpture by Jalisco artist Adrian Reynoso, at the intersection of Fco. Medina Ascencio and the Libramiento bypass road.
Puerto Vallarta Receives Crystal Award From Apple Vacations as "Best Destination"
 PVNN
In an emotional ceremony in Chicago, Illinois, on September 14th, Apple Vacations presented their Crystal Award for the 'Best Destination, 2010' to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - winning over other nominees, including Riviera Maya, Huatulco and Hawaiian Islands vacation destinations.
Golf is Driving Riviera Nayarit Forward
 RivieraNayarit.com
Lorena Ochoa's participation in the IV Aeromexico Golf Tournament at El Tigre Golf and Country Club on September 22-23, along with a series of golf tournaments scheduled for the end of 2010, will help promote Riviera Nayarit as one the most important destinations for golf tourism in Mexico.
Lili Alvarez is Training in Riviera Nayarit to Earn Admission to the LPGA
 RivieraNayarit.com
Although Lili Alvarez, one of the promising talents of Mexican golf, lives in Durango she quickly admits that Riviera Nayarit feels like her second home. That's why this week she'll be training at the El Tigre Golf and Country Club at Paradise Village in Nuevo Vallarta.
From The Now to The Future, Enter a New Season
 Pam Thompson
Though we're still in September, today is the official 'First Day of Fall.' October always seems to bring a special energy that you can feel in the air as folks return to Puerto Vallarta for the winter months, bringing with them the hope and anticipation of a good high season. We are ready!
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo Reviewed
 Alex Gomez
'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' is the second bestseller I've read this year to come out of Sweden. The first was the fascinating tale of a child vampire, 'Let the Right One In,' by John Lindqvist. I loved both the book and movie version, released respectively in 2004 and 2008.
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