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Banana Cantina Charity FUNdraisers
PVNN

Banana Cantina is the place to be on Wednesday nights as Mike and Debbi Egan, the owners of this popular Puerto Vallarta restaurant, host Local Celebrity Night - a fabulous evening of food and fun to raise money for local charities.

Puerto Vallarta, the Good Life
David Lord

My life is good here in Puerto Vallarta, and speaking of good things, I have had the greatest time this last week attending the various local meetings and events. The PV Writers Group, the Navy League, Toys for Tots... the list goes on and on.

Artisans of Bucerias Art Walk
Harold Sokolove

Bucerias artist Christy Beguesse, who owns A Broken Art Mosaic Studio, has organized the first Bucerias Art Walk, which will take place along four blocks of Av. L. Cardenas on December 14th from 7 to 10 pm, Jalisco time.

Marta Gilbert's Latest Exhibition is "Fantastic"
Kathy Taylor

As the red "sold" stickers dotted the price cards rapidly, it became evident that the opening night of Marta Gilbert's most recent exhibition at Puerto Vallarta's Galeria ArteLatinoamericano was going to be the only opportunity to view this collection.

PV Writers Group Weekend Workshop, February 2-4, 2007
David Lyons

No matter where your writing interests may lie; whether your focus is poetry, fiction or non-fiction, stage plays or screenplays, you won't want to miss the Puerto Vallarta Writers Group's Second Annual Weekend Workshop from February 2-4, 2007.

Muay Thai - Vallarta vs D.F.
Bob Cohen

Coming off the heels of the popular "Quadrangular" event, Carlos Solorio assembled yet another superb Muay Thai card last Saturday night at Club Collage, bringing in fighters from Mexico City for an exciting event entitled "Vallarta vs D.F."

An Assembly of Artists
PVNN

Be sure to stop by Vallarta’s largest art gallery and sculpture garden on Wednesday, December 13th, as Galeria Dante owners Claire and Joe Guarniere host their third “Meet the Artist Night” of the season from 6 to 10 pm.

Antonio Ruiz Wins 1st Copa Pacifico
Bob Cohen

The $16,000 peso first prize in the 1st Annual Copa Pacifico, which was held from Dec 4th-9th at Canto Del Sol Resort and Tennis Club in Puerto Vallarta, went to Antonio Ruiz of Monterrey, the 6th seed and 16th ranked tennis professional in Mexico.

Coping with Holiday Stress
Sueanne Hagemann

The holidays can be fun, but they also can be a source of great stress. With too much to do, too little time, financial and familial pressures, it's no wonder that many people find themselves turning into a "Scrooge."

Christmas Shopping Made Easy!
PVNN

During this week's Puerto Vallarta Art Walk, Galeria Vallarta will be presenting its annual Christmas Jewelry and Sculpture Show. Be sure to stop by the gallery on December 13th from 6-10 pm for some unique gifts for everyone on your Christmas list.

La Punta Realty Named Exclusive Affiliate of Christie's Great Estates
PVNN

La Punta Realty has been selected as an exclusive affiliate of Christie's Great Estates, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Christie's International plc, the world's oldest fine art auction house.

Casa Velas Offers Innovative Spa and Medi Holiday
PRWEB

A growing number of tourists are combining holidays with health care and in 2007, this trend, known as medical tourism, is predicted to boom. One of the newest programs catching attention is the Wellness Spa/Medi Holiday Program at the 80 suite Casa Velas Hotel.

A Time to Give
Brock Squire

As the year winds down, I want to take this opportunity to wish you the very best for the coming year, and invite you to join me in bringing some joy to children in the poorer colonias in the Banderas Bay area by actively supporting Toys-4-Tots.

Cafe des Artistes Celebrates 16 Years
PVNN

Since 1990, Chef Thierry Blouet has been leading the dining revolution in Mexico. This month, he is celebrating 16 years since the opening of one of the most highly regarded restaurants in the world, his landmark Puerto Vallarta restaurant, Cafe des Artistes.

G3MEX Group Completes Vista Cangrejos
Marla Hoover

The Litibu area is expected to experience enormous growth over the next 5 to 7 years, and G3MEX Real Estate Group is ahead of the game. The Vista Cangrejos project, which was started in November 2004, was recently completed - ahead of schedule.

Banana Cantina Hosts FUNdraiser
PVNN

Get into the holiday spirit on Wednesday, December 6th from 7-11 pm, as Banana Cantina welcomes Eventful Moments Executive Chef Laurena Cordero Martini for a special Local Celebrity FUNdraiser to benefit the New Life Vallarta Street Boys Home.

Spearfisherman Goes Deep for Record Tuna
Dave Strege

Craig Petersen, spear gun in his hands, took a deep breath and descended into the blue water off Mexico's Puerto Vallarta. His target was big tuna. How big? Something along the lines of what appears on the book cover of BlueWater Hunting and Freediving.

Vallarta Perfect for Baby-Friendly Vacation
Lisa Kadane

Being backpackers at heart, when Blake and I booked our Air Miles tickets to Puerto Vallarta via Denver last year, we were still in denial we had a baby.

Puerto Vallarta Amateur Athletes Honored
Bob Cohen

On December 1st, the Mexican holiday to commemorate the change of political offices, took a different twist in Colonia La Floresta, as Puerto Vallarta sports stars, mostly youth, were given awards for their efforts in National Olympic events.

Happy Holidays from Hospital Cornerstone!
Pamela Thompson

Because everyone is hustling and bustling during the month of December, I have decided not to have any special programs (except the Skin Clinic) this month. But I do have all the recent Hospital news and some information about local events...

Marriott Offering Romantic Turndown Options
PVNN

Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts are adding a little sizzle to already romantic vacations with the new Tantalizing Turndown Menu. Whether couples are on a honeymoon, celebrating an anniversary or just looking to reconnect, lovebirds can choose from a list of enticing in-room services designed to enhance the romance.

No Crowds? No Rush? In Mexico, No Problemo
M.L. Lyke

It takes a day or two in La Manzanilla to spot the symptoms. There's the flat tire on the rental car that has gone nowhere in seven days, the book buried in the sand facedown, the gringo who can't remember what day it is, the old local waving hola from his hammock. Expats call the phenomenon "the great sand suck."

An Homage to Pre-Colombian Cosmology
PVNN

Glass Galeria EM invites you to join them, together with Puerto Vallarta Mayor Gustavo González Villaseñor, for a Grand Opening Cocktail reception for an "Homage to Pre-Colombian Cosmology" by local sculptor Alexander Grosman on Dec 1st from 6-10 pm.

Small is Beautiful in Mexico
Nick Gallo

So you're looking for a great vacation escape to Mexico. Somewhere that feels like Mexico, not some playground party scene for grinning gringos in sequined sombreros. Yes, folks, you can find plenty of Cheez Whiz atop your huevos rancheros south of the border these days, but here's an antidote: Mexico Boutique Hotels.

Feed Your Body and Your Soul
PVNN

La Galleria del 'Gusto owners Mauro Carinci and Eugenio Sommo, known for their love of Italian cuisine and their passion for art, invite you to the opening reception for the "Metamorfosis" art exhibition on December 6th from 6 to 10 pm.

Boca Bento Express
PVNN

Boca Bento Restaurant in the heart of Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone recently announced the opening of Boca Bento Express, a new concept offering their unique and delicious flavors to go from 11 am to 4 pm daily.

TV Bounty Hunter Haunted by Upcoming Hearing
Associated Press

Duane "Dog" Chapman is waiting to hear whether a Mexican federal court will set him free or order his pending extradition and criminal case to proceed. It stems from his 2003 capture of fugitive convicted rapist Andrew Luster, the Max Factor heir, in Puerto Vallarta.

Heaven on Earth at Galeria Sol y Luna
PVNN

Galeria Sol y Luna ~ Arte sin Fronteras in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta Mexico invites you to celebrate the Spirit of Christmas as they present the opening of their holiday art exhibition, “Heaven on Earth” on December 1st at 6 pm.

Olas Altas Toy Drive
Laura Gelezunas

It's the season of generosity, and with Christmas just around the corner, Venegas World Star Realty in Puerto Vallarta could really use your help in assisting some Banderas Bay area families who are in need of a little holiday cheer.

Culture, Camaraderie and Cocktails
PVNN

Galleria Dante, the Landslide Winner of the “Best Gallery in Vallarta” category in Virtual Vallarta's 2006 Reader's Choice Awards, will host their second “Meet the Artist Night” on Wednesday, November 29th from 6 to 10 pm.

Vallarta Orchestra Begins New Season on a High Note
Shannon MacLachlan

The Puerto Vallarta Chamber Orchestra, a non-profit organization comprised of 10-15 musicians who share the love of performing music, began the new season on a high note last Friday at the Los Mangos Library's 10th anniversary celebration.

Free AIDS Clinic Opens in Vallarta
PRNewswire

The largest US AIDS group joins forces with federal, state and local Mexican government bodies and 'Vallarta Contra el SIDA,' a respected local Mexican NGO, to extend HIV/AIDS medical care and access to life-saving anti-retroviral treatment in Puerto Vallarta.

A Delightful Detour to Mismaloya
Jennye Garibaldi

Pop-trivia hounds know that Mismaloya is where John Huston filmed his adaptation of the Tennessee Williams classic "The Night of the Iguana." Many might also recall that this was the backdrop for the torrid affair between co-stars Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Liz and Dick we're not, but we could order some tequila and aspire!

Busy! Busy! Busy!
PVNN

With the holidays rapidly approaching, there's always so much to do and so little time. Be sure to read Pamela Thompson's "A Couple of Little Reminders," so you won't miss out on all of the great things to do in Puerto Vallarta this season.

Toys for Tots Supports Local Kids
Peter Gray

The Toys for Tots December fund raisers are always among the most popular events of the season. This year's events include a charity golf outing at the Vista Vallarta course on December 9th and a gala dinner dance at the Marriott on December 10th.

"National Treasure" Found at El Acopio
Laura Gelezunas

While volunteering at the Animal Shelter on a recent Puerto Vallarta vacation, Mike and Cathy Anderson of Phoenix found a hidden jewel - a "Jindo dog" - a rare breed that has been named as one of Korea's national treasures.

Jaltemba Bay Almost-Daily Online English News
PVNN

Residents of Jaltemba Bay and nearby communities can now receive their news every morning with the click of a mouse. Sent via email, The Jaltemba Express offers English news to people living or visiting the areas north of Puerto Vallarta.

Dancing on the Malecón
PVNN

Flirtatious smiles and dramatic sweeps of a swirling skirt are captured in the bronze sculpture "Vallarta Dancers" by local sculptor Jim Demetro, who will unveil his masterpiece on the new Malecón extension at 6 pm on November 28th, 2006.

RIU Inaugurates Second Hotel in Puerto Vallarta
Newswire

The brand-new 5-star Riu Vallarta offers 550 world-class rooms and suites, some of which include jacuzzis, all with the “round-the-clock, all inclusive by RIU” formula that features the high standards of service which has earned the chain international acclaim.


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