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Guadalajara Artists at Galleria Dante
PVNN

On Wednesday, November 28th Galleria Dante's "Meet the Artists Night" will feature three talented Guadalajara artists: Gabriel Colunga, Oscar Solis and Juana Cortez. Solis and Cortez will be painting at the gallery November 27 & 29th from 12-4 pm.

Legal Expert Joins the Tropicasa Team
Patrick Harrison

Tropicasa Realty is pleased to announce that celebrated legal expert, María Elizabeth O'Connor, has joined their team as General Counsel - adding yet another element of security for Tropicasa clients and experience to the Tropicasa name.

Dangerous Curves in Puerto Vallarta
PVNN

At last, quality Plus Size swim wear for women can be found in Puerto Vallarta! Now open downtown, one block from the Juarez parking garage, Curvas Peligrosas offers Miraclesuit, Jantzen and other quality swim wear labels in (US) sizes 14 to 40.

On Mexican Time
Janna Cawrse

Did you ever read that book, On Mexican Time? It's about an American couple who goes through the slow, painstaking, but ultimately satisfying process of building a house in Mexico. My girlfriend loved the book so much she reads it every time she takes a trip south of the border.

Bucerias Christmas For Kids
Ron & Arlene Tackett

Thirteen years ago, we started a free Christmas toy program for the children of Bucerias, Nayarit, and we now have some dates for this year's annual Christmas project - aptly named "Bucerias Christmas For Kids."

End of November Happenings in Puerto Vallarta
Pamela Thompson

I think that November must be one of the busiest months of the year. So, in case you are not totally up-to-date, here is a re-cap of just a few of the not-to-be-missed events that are taking place the rest of this month in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

The holiday season is here and there are lots of great things to do - from Thanksgiving dinners to Christmas shopping to lending a helping hand to those who need it most - while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta this week.

Gifts That Give
Laura Gelezunas

Get a jump on your holiday shopping by stopping by Epoca Restaurant on November 23 and 24 for the Gifts That Give sale, which will exhibit and sell folk art produced by local women. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to an emergency aid fund.

Los Bambinos ARE Metamorsa!
Polly G. Vicars

The transition had been fully realized. On November 16th at Santa Barbara Theater, Los Bambinos truly morphed into Metamorsa, and we were privileged to hear and see these highly motivated and exceptionally talented musicians giving us their all.

Galería Vértice Opens in Puerto Vallarta
PVNN

On Friday, November 16th, the Puerto Vallarta art community gathered together to celebrate the opening of a new art gallery that promotes art by internationally acclaimed Mexican artists - Galería Vértice.

December Breakfast Club
Pamela Thompson

With the holidays just around the corner, it's time to mark your calendars for the December Breakfast Club! Come and meet new friends, chat with old ones and find out what's going on in Puerto Vallarta at Boca Bento on December 7th at 10 am.

How Far Will the Strong Canadian Dollar Go in Mexico Today?
Jim Scherrer

Of the nearly 50,000 North Americans in Vallarta, we estimate that 30-40% of them are Canadians. This percentage will surely increase as the Canadian dollar strengthens and the US real estate prices and the US dollar weaken.

Shirley Valentine is Absolutely Superb!
Twila Crawford

Don't miss New York actress Dana Zeller-Alexis' stellar performance as a plucky, wisecracking housewife on vacation in Puerto Vallarta in "Shirley Valentine's Vallarta Adventure" Thursday nights through Dec 13th at Santa Barbara Theater.

Successful Events and Generous Donations Delight Becas Vallarta
Polly G. Vicars

Becas Vallarta, A.C. has been providing educational scholarships to Puerto Vallarta girls and boys for more than sixty-five years. To maintain this record, a small group of Mexicans, Americans and Canadians who currently make up the Foundation toil endlessly to raise funds necessary for those scholarships.

Vallarta Society Focuses on Orchids
T.J. Hartung

The Vallarta Orchid Society Lecture Series Continues on Saturday, November 24th with a special presentation, Photographing Your Pet Orchids and Other Valuables, starting at 1 pm at the Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens. Admission is free.

Get Ready for the Vallarta Film Festival
PVNN

Don't miss the 4th Annual Vallarta Film Festival! Scheduled to take place December 5th-9th at Cinemark Theater in Plaza Caracol, the 2007 PV Film Fest will showcase six feature films that represent the current trends in Latin American cinema.

Artist Lorenzo Bruderer at Sol y Luna
PVNN

From November 21st-30th, Sol y Luna Art Galleries owner and director Alejandro Baez will be hosting wine receptions for the opening of two art exhibitions - "Regalos del Mar" and "Flesh" - by one talented North American artist: Lorenzo Bruderer.

Meet the Artists Season Opener at Dante
Claire & Joe Guarniere

Be sure to stop by Vallarta’s favorite art gallery on Wednesday, November 14th, as Galleria Dante presents the works of Luis Valui and Hector Buigues at their first "Meet the Artists" night of the 2007/2008 Puerto Vallarta art season.

Mexico Boutique Hotels Announces Innovative Hotel Concierge Service
PRNewswire

Since its inception, Mexico Boutique Hotels (MBH) has offered travelers much more than a great room with a fabulous view. With the announcement of its innovative Hotel Concierge service, this eclectic collection of outstanding boutique properties once again raises the bar on the art of travel.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From musical theater productions and Home and Garden tours to the Gourmet Festival, art shows and charitable events, there's so much happening in Puerto Vallarta this high season you may get exhausted just from reading about all of the goings-on.

Alcoholics Anonymous 6th Annual English Speaking Convention in Puerto Vallarta
Bob Cohen

The local English speaking Alcoholics Anonymous Serenity Group will be hosting their 6th annual "Sobriety Under the Sun" AA convention at the NH Krystal Resort on January 25-27, 2008.

Vallarta Red Cross Gathers Aid for Tabasco
Ariel Dueñas

The great team at the Red Cross Puerto Vallarta, led by Ing. Uriel Almaraz, are doing all they can to raise awareness and donations for the people of Tabasco and Chiapas - but there are only a few days left to gather all the help they can.

Catch the Fever at Buddha Lounge
PVNN

Be sure to catch the newest & hottest dinner show in town on Sunday, November 18th at Uncommon Grounds Buddha Lounge, where Vallarta's favorite Thespian and Encore Boutique owner, Mikki Prost, will be starring in her own cabaret show, "Fever."

Puerto Vallarta Baby Gives Parents a Break
PVNN

Puerto Vallarta Vacation Baby, the first company of its kind in the Banderas Bay area, provides families traveling with infants and toddlers with a full range of baby products and equipment for a safe and sane holiday.

Outback Steakhouse - 7 Years Well-Done!
PVNN

To celebrate seven years of serving Puerto Vallarta, Outback is planning a big anniversary party on November 27th, and donating proceeds to three Banderas Bay area charities: Agape, Make-A-Wish-Mexico and Pasitos de Luz.

PV's Favorite Mexican Restaurant Turns 4
Patrick Harrison

Vallarta's Favorite Mexican Restaurant, El Arrayán is turning four this month, but you get all of the gifts! Come help the El Arrayán crew celebrate on November 16th at 6 pm and you'll enjoy free antojitos, live music and other special surprises.

Cassandra Shaw Meets Success with Style
Twila Crawford

On Saturday, November 17th from 7-10 pm Cassandra Shaw will be celebrating the success of the new jewelry, accessories and clothing store she opened last October at 276 Basilio Badillo. Refreshments will be served including wine and chocolate.

Festival Gourmet at Daiquiri Dick's
Laura Gelezunas

One of the highlights of this year's International Festival Gourmet Vallarta, which continues through November 18, is the Chef's Table - and there's no better place to indulge your Epicurean palate than at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant on November 12th.

The Best of the Best in Puerto Vallarta
Laura Gelezunas

The best of the best gathered at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant on November 6, 2007 for the fifth annual Virtual Vallarta Readers' Choice Awards dinner, and BanderasNews video journalist, Laura Gelezunas, was on hand to capture all of the action.

Festival Gourmet International Vallarta
PVNN

Festival Gourmet International Vallarta, the annual food and wine event that has been tempting the tastebuds of Banderas Bay area residents and visitors for the last 12 years, returns to Puerto Vallarta from November 8th-18th, 2007.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From International Gourmet Festival dinners and events to theater productions and musical performances to charity fund raisers and health care seminars, there's plenty to see and do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta this week.

2007 Paradise Village Celebrity Sports Invitational
Bob Cohen

From November 1st-4th, Hollywood came to Paradise Village and Nuevo Vallarta for the sixth time. Disguised as a sports invitational, the event featured three sports competitions, but winning wasn't at all important. Charity was the big winner.

Puerto Vallarta Bikers to the Rescue
PVNN

The Treehouse Bar & Grill (formerly Miguelito's,) the PV Pirates Motorcycle Club & Puerto Vallarta Choppers are sponsoring a relief drive for the severe flooding that has affected at least a million people in Mexico's tropical state of Tabasco.

Face Up at The Rejuvenation of Beauty
Laura Gelezunas

Everyone wants to put their best face forward and as we age, this may become more of a challenge. A group in Puerto Vallarta lends a hand by showing some options to a live audience at last week's "The Rejuvenation of Beauty" event.


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