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Kitty BINGO Starring 'Patsy Cline' at Margarita Grill
Marilyn Khan

Back by popular demand, a brand new season of PuRR Project Kitty BINGO! The first PuRR Project BINGO of the new season will take place on Wednesday, November 6th at our new location, Margarita Grill - located on the corner of Basilio Badillo and Pino Suarez.

Engage Mexico: Sunshine & Beach Tweeting with the Pros
Armando Contreras

On November 15, 2013 the Engage Mexico Social Media Conference will bring together top experts in social media marketing at the Sheraton Puerto Vallarta Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center. Don't miss your chance to learn from, and network with, the professionals!

Vallarta's Old Town Farmers Market Kicks off 5th Season
Erin Staley

Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural kicks off their fifth season this Saturday at 9:30 am with a Day of the Dead celebration and over 80 vendors selling all your favorite 'make it, bake it, grow it' products in a new location - Lazaro Cárdenas Park.

Oktoberfest: Good Food, Good Deeds, Good Times
Minerva Zamora

The American Legion and the Navy League of Puerto Vallarta are joining the Vallarta Women's Association in throwing a traditional Oktoberfest celebration on November 13th at Hacienda Alemana in Old Town. The proceeds will benefit Puerto Vallarta's children with cancer.

No More Fideicomiso/Trust for Mexico Real Estate?
Wayne Franklin

There's been a lot of misinformation circulating regarding the proposal by Mexico's Congress to eliminate the trust system. This article is intended to not only set the record straight, but also to talk about what this means for foreigners who wish to purchase real estate in Restricted Zones.

No Borders Animal Rescue Society's Pesos for Puppies
Laura Gelezunas

A 'Pesos for Puppies' fund raiser for Puerto Vallarta's No Borders Animal Rescue Society will be held from 1-11 pm on November 2nd at Blake's Restaurant, where 100 percent of the day's food and beverage proceeds will go towards helping NOBARS fly resued animals to Canada.

ExPats in Puerto Vallarta November Schedule of Events
Sara Wise

During the month of November ExPats in Vallarta will be having two Happy Hour gatherings at Langostinos. The first one will be on Tuesday, Nov. 5th and the second on Tuesday, November 19th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. There will also be a Wine and Appetizer Evening on Nov. 15th.

'Angels for Mexico' Work Magic in Puerto Vallarta Again
Sarah Papke

A father-son from Chestermere, Alberta, recently returned home from a heartfelt trip to Mexico where they joined 'Angels for Mexico' in refurbishing and rebuilding a playground for the impoverished children of Saint Nicholas, in memory of their wife and mother.

Living the Chic Life, Mexican Style, at Las Alamandas
Mexico's Ultimate Escape...

Las Alamandas, a five-star resort lying midway between Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo on the Costalegre, is Mexico's ultimate escape. Far away from the bustling crowds of Mexico's tourist towns, this chic beach-side getaway offers romance, seclusion, and exotic tropical beauty.

Vitea Hosts First Becas Breakfast of the Season
Polly G. Vicars

On November 13, the season's first Becas Breakfast will be held at the beautiful oceanfront bistro, Vitea. This is a time to greet old friends back from summer vacation, meet newcomers who are just discovering Puerto Vallarta, and help 400 students keep receiving their scholarships.

'Bedazzled Broadway' Opens November 2 in Puerto Vallarta
Joe Heininge

Fifty years of Broadway's best is celebrated in Bedazzled Broadway, a dazzling musical revue opening at Puerto Vallarta's Paradise Community Center stage at 8:00 pm on Saturday, November 2nd, and playing every Saturday night through December 14, 2013.

Punta Mita: An Ideal Location for the Novice Surfer
Kate Rice

Only 30 minutes from Puerto Vallarta, Punta Mita is a beachfront village surrounded on three sides by nine and a half miles of Pacific Ocean beaches and coves. It offers beautiful scenery with reliable, manageable, and perfectly shaped waves for any novice surfer to handle.

Los Cuatro Vientos Hosts Women's Personal Growth Week
Roberta Rand

Los Cuatro Vientos Hotel in Puerto Vallarta is hosting a women's gathering Nov. 10-15, with group activities designed to help women overcome self-limiting mindsets and create a new vision for their lives. Local women are invited to join in a week of fun, rejuvenation, and camaraderie.

Hairspray 2 Helps SETAC Fight Against Aids in Vallarta
Laura Gelezunas

Around 200 people were dazzled by the work of 11 local salons during the '2nd Annual Hair Spray Night' held at Sky Mandala earlier this month. This amazing runway spectacular raised just over $40,000 pesos for the SETAC Center and their fight against HIV and AIDS in Puerto Vallarta.

October 25 Vallarta News Brief and Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team

There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around the Republic, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's breaking Mexico news stories, a couple of community announcements, and a few not-to-be-missed events in the Banderas Bay area.

Daylight Savings Time Ends in Mexico This Weekend
BanderasNews.com

There are just a couple of days left before we get that opportunity for an extra hour's sleep in the morning. That's right, daylight saving time 2013 officially ends for most of Mexico at 2 am on Sunday, October 27th. Don't forget to set your clock back one hour this weekend!

Puerto Vallarta's 4th Annual Día de Los Muertos Fiesta
María Francesca

Puerto Vallarta is preparing for the 4th Annual Día de Los Muertos Festival, and this year's celebrations promise to be magnificent. From October 31-November 3, there will be Day of the Dead altars, Catrina displays, and other traditional activities throughout the downtown area.

Try Some Pizza Mexicana at Si Señor Beach Restaurant
Laura Gelezunas

Tlayuda is a handmade, traditional Mexican food, which resembles a pizza. Si Señor Beach Mexican Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta has taken this truly Mexican snack to the next level - and they are celebrating this delicious addition to the menu with a special offer from November 1-7, 2013.

Ready to Shop? Old Town Farmers Market Opens Soon!
Erin Staley

The countdown is on! There are only 8 days until the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers' Market-Tianguis Cultural kicks off its 5th season with 80 vendors selling your favorite 'make it, bake it, grow it' products. And you're invited to join us for every extraordinary moment!

It's Purr Project BINGO Season in Puerto Vallarta
Marilyn Khan

Are you ready for some BINGO? Join us at Margarita Grill on November 6th for a night of fun and games as we kick off the new season of Purr Project BINGO. You'll have a great time while supporting the 200 adorable cats and kittens at Puerto Vallarta's no-kill cat shelter.

Real Estate Season Has Started in Puerto Vallarta!
BanderasNews.com

Tropicasa Realty reports that the real estate season has already begun in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay. In fact, it could be said that it started in August, as this was one of the 'best summers on record,' according to President, Wayne Franklin.

Day of the Dead Night Golf Tournament in Nuevo Vallarta
Liliana Lara Guzmán

On November 1st, El Nayar Golf Club in Nuevo Vallarta will host a spectacular night golf tournament to celebrate the Day of the Dead. Spots are limited to 72 players and the registration fee is $1,000 pesos for club members and $1,200 pesos for the public.

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