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14th San Pancho Music Festival Feb. 28th - Mar. 2nd
 Chris Parsons
The 14th annual San Pancho Music Festival will be held Friday, February 28th through Sunday, March 2nd at the Plaza del Sol in San Francisco, Nayarit, Mexico. And, as always, because of the gracious contributions of the performing artists, there is no charge to the public.
Three Amazing Sailing Events Coming to Banderas Bay
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Incredible scenery, fantastic racing, and great camaraderie await participants and spectators during the 3 sailing events coming to Banderas Bay in March. The Biennial Mexico Race, the Regatta Copa Mexico, and the MEXORC are sure to captivate all types of sailing enthusiasts.
'Emergente' Alternative Art Expo at Los Mangos Library
 Yumi Yamada
On March 15, the Puerto Vallarta Public Library will open its doors to fill the night with light, art, movement, color, and creative energy, as they celebrate the second edition of Emergente, an exposition of alternative art - art as you may have never seen it before in this city.
T-Mobile Plans Adding Free Talk and Text to Mexico
 Jonathan Feist
For those of us with family and friends scattered around the globe, affordable calls to international mobile phones, not just landlines, is a big deal. Well, T-Mobile has a new service that will include free talk and text to Mexico, and unlimited calls to 32 other countries.
Fun from A to Z at Vallarta's Old Town Farmers Market
 Erin Staley
This week, we honor the late, great Shirley Temple (1928-2014) with our own 'make it, bake it, grow it' version of 'Animal Crackers in My Soup.' See how many letters you can find this Saturday at Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers' Market-Tianguis Cultural.
Vallarta Community Included in World Housing Program
 MarketWired.com
'World Housing' announced the launch of the world's first one-for-one real estate gifting model, a program which 'gifts' homes for poor families living in and around third world garbage dumps - communities such as the 'El Magisterio' community just outside Puerto Vallarta.
'Three Amigos' Agree on Trusted Traveler Program
 David Agren
During the 'Three Amigos' summit held in Toluca, Mexico yesterday, North American leaders agreed on creating a continent-wide 'trusted traveler program,' allowing vetted individuals to cross borders quickly - an attempt at deepening commercial and cultural exchanges.
Art Benefit for Puerto Vallarta Children with Cancer
 Barbara Peters
The Old Town Bistro and Galería Vallarta are hosting an art exposition on February 21 to benefit CANICA, a support center for Puerto Vallarta children with cancer. The featured artist is Pat Haley, who will be donating 10% of his sales for the treatment of these precious children.
The ABCs of Capital Gains Taxes on Mexican Properties
 Wayne Franklin
The constant about tax laws is that they are constantly changing, no matter what country you live in... and that includes our beloved Mexico. One big thing to know - the 'exemption' rules for capital gains taxes on Mexican properties has effectively been eliminated.
March 'Essence of Cuisine' Cooking Classes
 BanderasNews.com
During your visit to Puerto Vallarta why not join Dolores Brittingham at Essence of Cuisine to learn how to make a four-course Mexican meal? The next classes will be held at Dolores' home in in 'Old Town' Puerto Vallarta on March 6th, 13th and 20th at 6:30 pm.
2014 Conference Proves Mexico Medical Tourism Thrives
 Kent Paterson
Price. Quality. Technology. That was the triple message Dr. Octavio Gonzalez had for attendees of the Medical Matters 2014 conference held last week in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The brisk turnout was a sign of PV's rebounding tourism, as well as the growth of its expat population.
Three Artists Open at Galleria Dante this Friday
 Claire Guarniere
On Friday, February 21 from 6-10 pm, during this week's South Side Shuffle, a cocktail reception will open three special art exhibits by Israel Zzepda, David Moreno Zepeda and Francisco Xavier Zepeda at Galleria Dante, Basilio Badillo #269 in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone.
5th Annual Punta Sayulita Longboard and SUP Classic
 Banderas News Team
The 5th Annual Punta Sayulita Longboard and SUP Classic is set for March 7th – 9th. Benefitting the 'Reef Check' and 'Punta Sayulita Foundations,' the top surfers and stand-up paddlers in the world return to compete in surfing contests and exciting offshore SUP races.
Finding Your Own Imagery in Art with Sheila Seguin
 Dana Zeller-Alexis
Sheila Seguin will begin teaching at ART VallARTa in Puerto Vallarta on Wednesday nights, starting February 19th 4:30-7:00 pm. Not only is Sheila a visual artist, but she is also a wonderful teacher, whose own work is provocative, thoroughly creative and expressive.
Meg Munro's 'Longing for Other Times' at Contempo
 Norma Schuh
Meg Munro's exquisite watercolors will be showcased at Galería Contempo, beginning with an opening cocktail reception on Friday, February 21st from 6-10 pm. In this 11-piece art exhibition, the artist captures the delightful nuances of familiar scenes and objects.
Purr Project's Bourbon Street Barbecue Fundraiser
 BanderasNews.com
Come out and join PuRR Project on Monday, February 24th, from 4 to 7 pm on the Rio Cuale at Oscar's Restaurant. Relish the fabulous Bourbon Street specials and live music while enjoying the best view in Puerto Vallarta. There will also be a raffle with fabulous prizes!
Excitement Builds for Vallarta's Mardi Gras Parade
 PVRPV.com
Puerto Vallarta's Mardi Gras Parade is back, and it's bigger than ever! This year's Carnvale celebration kicks off Tuesday, March 4th at 9 pm with a glittery, bead-hurling parade that begins at Parque Hidalgo and travels along the Malecón through Old Town and Olas Altas.
February 14 Vallarta News Brief and Weekend Events
 Banderas News Team
There's always so much going on in and around Puerto Vallarta, it can be hard to keep up with it all. This week's news brief is a must-read as, in addition to Vallarta headlines and weekend events, we're announcing the winners of our 2013 'Best of Banderas Bay' restaurant awards!
 Democrats Abroad Tuesday Film: 'The House I Live In'
 David Kamp and Judy Snow
As part of their Every Tuesday Night Film series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad presents 2012's award winning film 'The House I Live In' on Feb. 18th, at the Paradise Community Center. Come early and eat before the show with the food vendors at the Center.
PV Bomberos Receive $200,000 from 2014 Calendar Sales
 Gary Green
With the support of two dozen local fire fighters and lifeguards, who posed for the limited edition 14-month Heroes Calendar, fundraiser organizers proudly presented Puerto Vallarta Civil Protection and Fire Director, Sergio Ramirez Lopez, with a check for $200,000 pesos on Monday.
Entreamigos' Circo de los Niños Returns to San Pancho
 Nicole Swedlow
Since their inaugural sold out show in 2011, everyone in the Riviera Nayarit has been waiting for the return of Circo de Los Niños. Now, after two years of workshops and training, 50 kids will once again bring the circus to San Pancho in a 2 day event, March 21-22 in San Francisco, Mexico.
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