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Casa Cupula Opens Taste Restaurant
 PVNN
Casa Cupula, one of the world's finest boutique hotels for the Gay and Lesbian community, has opened its new restaurant Taste to the public. Under the direction of Erick Martinez, Taste offers 'Creative Food in Good Taste' in a secluded romantic setting.
Shop, Eat and Socialize at Los Mercados
 PVNN
Looking for the perfect pastrami sandwich, a favorite bottle of wine, or a light and fluffy croissant? On the south side of Vallarta you'll find Los Mercados, a combination of 4 specialty shops and a studio, offering a fine collection of hard-to-find items - all under one roof!
2011 Becas Ball Set for February 26
 Polly G. Vicars
The Becas Ball, celebrating 50 years of giving scholarships to bright, but economically challenged young Vallartenses, will be Saturday, February 26, 2011 in the grand ballroom of the Casa Magna Marriott Hotel in Marina Vallarta. The gala event will begin at 7 pm.
PV to Host Mexico’s Space Agency Forum
 Sue Lyon
Puerto Vallarta will host the fourth work session to define Mexico’s Space Policy to be carried out by the newly formed Mexico’s Space Agency. Sessions will take place January 28-29 at the Puerto Vallarta Convention Center.
Vallarta Orchid Society Lecture Series
 pvorchids.com
Orchids, and most plants, have four different growing seasons. Don't miss the Vallarta Orchid Society's discussion, 'Four Seasons of Orchid Growth,' scheduled to take place at the Vallarta Botanical Gardensat on Saturday, January 29th at 1 pm.
hCG Weight Loss Journal: End of Week 1
 Patrick Harrison
Well, after 1 week I feel great! 10.5 pounds lost and on the road to a skinnier me... only 5 weeks to go! I have more energy and love to see my face change in the mirror to the person I know is in there.
Celebrity Autobiographies a Smash Hit
 Pamela Thompson
On January 18, I went to Vallarta's new Boutique Theater for their presentation of 'Celebrity Autobiographies.' For a short couple of hours, I was transported out of the real-life to a place that re-arranged my attitude. The cobwebs had been laughed right out of my head.
Capomo: Good Cheer from the Gods
 Leslie Korn
One morning Jose Lorenzo Garcia and I set off to collect Capomo Moraceae seeds. Campo has served as a 'famine' food for the Maya and others in the past, and it could serve in the future as an important resource for food security as environments are altered due to climate change.
Garza Blanca Wins 2011 Excellence Award
 Tiffany Dowd
Condé Nast Johansens, the international luxury travel guide, recently announced the winners of the 2011 Awards for Excellence - and Puerto Vallarta's own Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa was named 'The Most Excellent Resort in México and Central America.'
A Purrfect Evening with Ellen Langer
 Nicole Martin
This past Thursday, 'An Evening with Ellen Langer' at The Boutique Theatre was attended by a sell out crowd. Proceeds from this event were split between PuRR Project, the no-kill feline rescue shelter and our local SPCA-PV.
Teatro Vallarta Presents Russian Ballet
 Patrick Harrison
The celebrated Moiseyev Russian Ballet will be performing the beloved classic Romeo and Juliet for one night only on Sunday, February 6th at 7 pm, in Puerto Vallarta’s beautiful performing arts venue, Teatro Vallarta.
Have You Been to El Dorado Lately?
 Gary R. Beck
Since 1961, El Dorado on Playa Los Muertos has been delighting thousands of Vallarta visitors with its 'Old Mexico' spirit. Now, the restaurant's recent renovation has brought it into the 21st century, offering modern charm and great food in a tropical and inviting oasis.
'Let Me In' Movie Review
 Alex Gomez
For me, the most original and unique aspect of this film is the twelve-year-old vampire (Abby-Chloe Morentz) who headlines it. Abby is twelve physically, but beyond that she can't remember her birthday, or the actual number of years she has been living and dead.
Zamarripa & ZZepda at Galleria Dante
 Gena Guarniere
On January 28th an exciting new exhibit by Guadalajara artists Oscar Zamarripa and Israel Zzepda will open at Galleria Dante on the south side of Puerto Vallarta with a cocktail reception from 6–10 pm. Featuring unique sculptures by both artists, this is a show not to be missed.
Rivera Cuale Newsletter - January 2011
 The Rivera Cuale Team
Happy New Year! Rivera Cuale has started off the New Year on a busy foot, daily greeting many visitors to our gorgeous property! Our guests are always impressed by the beautiful gardens, waterfalls, pool and riverwalk, as well as the quality construction and thoughtful unit layouts.
Art Spreads its Wings in Mexico
 PVNN
Mexico City may be the hub for art in Mexico, but the trend to showing contemporary art in smaller cities is on the move. In Puerto Vallarta, a resort city on the west coast famous for its abundant art galleries, one gallery has planned an international art show around the color red.
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 PVNN
Located within the gates of Nuevo Vallarta's prestigious "El Tigre" Golf Club, Villa al Lago is an elegant fully-furnished 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home that radiates a warm, inviting and upscale Mexican Contemporary style.
Mexico Ballet Folklorico Returns to PV
 Patrick Harrison
The celebrated Ballet Folklorico of Mexico will be returning to Puerto Vallarta after a 12 year absence performing 2 performances only, Saturday, January 22, at 7 pm and 9:30 pm, in Vallarta’s beautiful performing arts venue, Teatro Vallarta.
Rivera Cuale / Peace Community Garden
Gretchen DeWitt
Rivera Cuale is partnering with PEACE in the creation of a riverside commnity garden on its grounds. The garden will serve as a hands-on educational space where students can learn about indigenous plants and flowers, composting, nutrition and sustainable food production.
Two Tasteful Nights of Wine Tasting
 Patrick Harrison
On January 29th and February 4th, Sea Coast Wines and Casa Valerie luxury villa rentals will be pairing fine wines with delectable hors d’oeuvres and fine chocolates within two stunning Banderas Bay area villas to produce two very different, but equally memorable, evenings.
Investours Announces Jan. Tour Schedule
 Anna Trowbridge
Banderas Bay's newest non-profit, Investours, is planning three tours in the upcoming weeks: one on the afternoon of January 20 and two on January 27. Tours will continue into February on Thursday mornings and afternoons, so if you can't make it in January, plan ahead for the next month!
Stan Gabruk's Vallarta Fishing Report
 PVNN
We are seeing some warm water stream down from the north from the Sea of Cortez. This warmer water has coaxed the Striped Marlin that were in Mazatlan to Vallarta, there's also Yellowfin Tuna in the 150-225 lb range northeast of El Banco and Blue Marlin in the blue water outside of Corbeteña.
February 13: Hot Love - salsa y salsa
 Johanne Ranger
Get ready for another hot night in Puerto Vallarta on February 13th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm as the Paradise Community Centre hosts 'Hot Love - salsa y salsa!' Come on out and taste salsas made by both local restaurants and amateurs, try on your dancing shoes and support our local community.
January US Consulate Community Network Breakfast
 Kelly Trainor de O.
The U.S. Consular Agency Vallarta, in conjunction with Community Service projects in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco and Riviera Nayarit, sponsors a monthly Network Breakfast. The January Network Breakfast will be held at No Name Bar & Grill in Nuevo Vallarta on Friday, January 21st 9 am.
5th Jaltemba Cup Charity Golf Tournament
 Larry Baron
The 5th Jaltemba Cup Charity Golf Tournament is scheduled to take place at the Compo de Ensueno Golf Course on Saturday and Sunday, January 29 and 30, 2011. Proceeds from the tournament will be used to create a computer lab in the Secondaria Plan de Ayala school in La Penita.
Patrick's hCG Weight Loss Journal: Week 1
Patrick Harrison
Follow Puerto Vallarta's Patrick Harrison on his journey to lose fifty pounds using the Sure Results hCG Diet, a revolutionary system of weight loss that uses naturally produced hormones to signal the rapid release of fat stores.
Vallarta's Tribute to Marilyn Monroe
 pvrpv.com
Don't miss 'Me and Marilyn Monroe,' Billy Kelly’s raw and riveting monologue revealing the parallel lives of the star and storyteller from fame and fortune to drugs and detox, plus special screenings of Marilyn’s most memorable films at the Boutique Theater from January 24-30th.
Menopause Program at The Boutique Theater
 Pamela Thompson
What is menopause and what are the connections between hormones, heart and head? How can you and your family deal with menopause? Don't miss 'Me and My Menopause,' an informative, humorous and enlightening program for women at the Boutique Theater on January 24th from 9:15 am – 12:30 pm.
9th Annual RISE for Hope Fundraiser
 Chris Amo
February 12th marks the date for the biggest and best charity event of the season: the annual RISE for Hope Fundraiser at the American School. From 5-9 pm you'll enjoy delicious food and beverages from Vallarta's best restaurants, entertainment, auctions, and TONS of fun - all for a good cause.
Toys for Tots Delivers Over 7000 Smiles
 Steven Nance
Smiles and hope were everywhere around the Bahia de Banderas last Monday, January 10 as Toys for Tots volunteers distributed over 7,000 new toys to some of the poorest kids in the region on January 10, 2011, the first school day after Three Kings Day.
Puerto Vallarta SPCA 'Top Dog' Contest
 Mark McCoy
By entering the SPCA de PV's first annual 'Top Dog' contest you can tell the world why your furry friend is the best dog in Puerto Vallarta, while raising the funds needed to build a new kennel. For each dollar donated to the SPCA in the name of your dog, your dog will receive one vote.
San Blas Int'l Migratory Bird Festival
RivieraNayarit.com
From January 23–30, 2011, San Blas will be hosting the 7th Annual International Festival of Migratory Birds, offering bird enthusiasts the opportunity to experience guided bird watching tours, insightful conferences, activities for children, dance presentations, plays, music, and more.
Aviana Productions Wins 2 Aegis Awards
 PVNN
In a year-end flourish, Puerto Vallarta's Jon Duncanson and Sylvia Gomez won two North American Aegis Awards for marketing and messaging films produced for two separate Riviera Nayarit luxury properties - the Imanta Resort and the Punta Mita luxury rental property, Palmasola.
Fashion Show to Benefit PuRR Project
Nicole Martin
On Friday, January 21st, Kathleen Palmer of Deja New is teaming up with Nacho Daddy and PuRR Project no-kill feline rescue shelter for this month's Fashion Show benefit. Don't miss the opportunity to add some pizzazz to your wardrobe and do a 'good thing' all at the same time.
The Magic of Tahiti Comes to Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison – P. Gringo Marketing & PR
The mysteries of the South Pacific come to life as 'The Magic of Tahiti' takes the stage at Vallarta’s beautiful performing arts venue, Teatro Vallarta, for one performance only on Sunday, January 16th at 12 pm.
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