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Out and About in Puerto Vallarta and Beyond
a profile of international journalist Twila Crawford


Twila Crawford
An award-winning international journalist, Twila Crawford, has traveled the world and considers Puerto Vallarta one of the most beautiful and friendly places anywhere. She lived and worked in Washington, D.C. for years, enjoying the world of major media, politics, embassies, corporations, great universities, culture and renowned museums, along with her travel.

Twila wrote for major publications and a wire service, including coverage in war zones, had her own communication and public relations firm, and worked on political campaigns, including with the White House. Early in her career, she also worked in univerity-community communication and public relations. As a teenager, she had a radio show and a newspaper column. One of the first pieces she remembers writing was a detective mystery in fourth grade.

Interest, work and travel in Central America, Latin America and Mexico developed in the 1980´s. Twila studied in classes and workshops at the Archaeology Museum of the University of Pennsylvania, visiting most of the Maya archaeological sites, and including the distinctive archaeology of Western Mexico.

International human rights needs, including those of women and children, and homelessness issues are volunteer efforts for this communicator. In Puerto Vallarta, along with writing for local and international publications, in her Out and About column, she "writes about positive events and persons... sometimes jumping in the middle of frays when organizations and persons go astray."

In her private time, reading and writing, she enjoys her neighborhood of Mexican neighbors, art galleries, and music and festivities on the nearby Malecón. From her terrace, Twila appreciates the beautiful Banderas Bay and mountains, with clouds floating overhead, observing spectacular sunsets, fireworks, cruise ships, colorful blooming trees and vines, blue and yellow butterflies flying about, and the sounds of various birds calling to each other.
Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to know what's going on here in Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila's got the scoop on all of the latest news and local happenings.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all the latest news to local happenings and upcoming events, Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around Banderas Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to know what's going on here in Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila will keep you up to date on all of the latest news and local happenings.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all the latest news to local happenings and upcoming events, Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around Banderas Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to know what's going on here in Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila will keep you up to date on all of the latest news and local happenings.

Heavy Rains and High Winds Tuesday Night
Twila Crawford

We usually do not have heavy rain throughout the fall and winter here in Puerto Vallarta as happened this high season. Tuesday February 2 was a frightening and surreal night! As the wind swirled and howled, and heavy rain fell, the power went off, with sparks flying from power lines.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all the latest news and gossip to local happenings and upcoming events, Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around Banderas Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to know what's going on here in Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila will keep you up to date on all of the latest news and local happenings.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From great food and music to the latest news and local happenings, Twila has the inside scoop on everything that's going on in PV and around Banderas Bay, so if you want to be "in the know," be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to know what's going on here in Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila will keep you up to date on all of the latest news and local happenings.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all the latest Puerto Vallarta news and gossip to local happenings and upcoming events, Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around Banderas Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With all kinds of fun things to do, from festivals and fundraisers to parties and performances to eating out at some new and some long-time favorite restaurants, there's always something to keep you entertained while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Chili, Lots of Chili
Twila Crawford

Executive and inventor Sid Goodman and whale researcher Keith May throw a special holiday party every year with monetary gifts given to charity by the guests. Sid begins preparation of his famous chili weeks in advance to serve their more than 100 guests in their home.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From great food and music to the latest news and gossip, Twila has the inside scoop on everything that's going on around Banderas Bay this holiday season, so if you want to be "in the know," be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With all kinds of fun things to do, from festivals and fundraisers to checking out the food at some new and some of your long-time favorite restaurants, there's always something to keep you entertained while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between all of the snowbirds returning to the Banderas Bay area for the winter and so many of our favorite art, music, charitable and community events going on, there are plenty of things to see and do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From the latest news and local happenings to where to go and what to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's column.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With all kinds of fun things to do, from festivals and fundraisers to checking out the food at some new and some of your long-time favorite restaurants, there's always something to keep you entertained while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between all of the snowbirds returning to PV for the winter and so many of our favorite art, music, charitable and community events going on, there are plenty of things to see and do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From the latest news and local happenings to where to go and what to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's column.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all the latest Puerto Vallarta news and gossip to local happenings and upcoming events, Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around Banderas Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between all of the snowbirds returning to PV for the winter and so many of our favorite art, music, charitable and community events going on, there are plenty of things to see and do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From the latest news and local happenings to where to go and what to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's column.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From the latest news and local happenings to where to go and what to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's column.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Whether you are sitting in the US Consular's office, a taxi or a friend's home, walking down the street or lounging on the beach, you never know what you're going to see or who you're going to meet when you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Twila's back! So whether you want to stay on top of what's been going on and what's coming up around Banderas Bay - or keep up with what's happening around the Republic - be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Len and Larry Will Be Missed!
Twila Crawford

A crowd gathered at Amapas Sunset on Los Muertos Beach last Sunday to say goodbye to the outspoken and outrageous Len Greenough and his partner, generous gentleman Larry Sheldon, who are leaving Puerto Vallarta to start their new life in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between friends, food, fireworks, concerts and lots of parties - not to mention local news and happenings around Banderas Bay - there's always something to see, do, or talk about while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From the latest news and local happenings to where to go and what to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's column.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Those of us living here are getting a lot of questions from people wondering if it's safe to travel to Vallarta right now. But with no reported cases of the flu in the Banderas Bay area to date, life goes on and there are still lots of fun things to do when you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From local news and happenings to where to go and what to do, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know' while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, be sure to read this week's column.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Now that the Semana Santa holidays - and visitors - have come and gone, the Banderas Bay area is starting to quiet down, but with the upcoming International Fireworks Symposium and plenty of other fun and interesting things to do, you're sure to enjoy being Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Larry and Linda Palmquist: Friends to Everyone
Twila Crawford

After 50 years of a happy and loving marriage, part-time Bucerias residents, Larry and Linda Palmquist are full of faith and friendship. And, despite age's toll, they are perpetually young and joyful together.

Architect Francisco Marugan Designs Sally's Corner
Twila Crawford

Architect Francisco Marugan donated his design work for Sally's Corner at Los Mangos Public Library in Puerto Vallarta. Sally's Corner is a children's section in memory of library board member, Sally Conley, who also had her own children's library.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Those of us here are getting a lot of questions about the safety of living in or traveling to Mexico. By using common sense and not doing things you wouldn't do at home, you can have a great - and safe - time when you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between friends, food, fireworks, concerts, meetings, seminars and lots of parties - not to mention international and local news - there's always something to see, do, or talk about while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Whether you are sitting in the Immigration office, the airport or on a bus, at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens, a concert or the Becas Ball, you never know who you are going to run into while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Expats Need Permits for Volunteer Work
Twila Crawford

Last week's meeting held by US Consular Agent Kelly Trainer and Immigration personnel at the IFC was packed with expatriates full of questions about performing volunteer work in Puerto Vallarta. Here's what we've learned so far...

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From international news and local happenings to where to go and what to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta, Twila's got the scoop. So if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's column.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Twila's back! So if you want to stay on top of what's going on and what's coming up around the Bay, be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With all kinds of fun things to do, from festivals, fireworks, fundraisers and films to checking out the latest shows and newest restaurants, there's always something to keep you entertained while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all the latest local and International news to previous happenings and upcoming events, Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around the Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With an assortment of Wise Wo-Men seminars scheduled at the IFC, the Botanical Gardens' Flower and Garden Show and the upcoming Becas Ball, 2009 promises all kinds of interesting and fun things to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Ann Marie Danimus: You are Not Going to get Her Down!
Twila Crawford

Gossip and maliciousness have continued to besiege the Santa Barbara Theater, but owner Ann Marie Danimus is a spunky, feisty, talented and amazingly positive person who wants to move on and look forward to the theater's future.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With all of the holiday happenings going on around Banderas Bay; processions, concerts, fund raisers, art walks, parades, festivities and, of course, Christmas shopping, it's a beautiful time of the year to be Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

The holidays are just around the corner, which means it's time for the Vallarta Chamber Orchestra and Choir Christmas Concert, the MAW Gala Dinner and so many other wonderful seasonal things to enjoy while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all the latest news and gossip to local happenings and upcoming events, Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around the Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between book signings and lectures, concerts and theater performances, art openings and charity events to attend, and with the holidays just around the corner, there's always plenty to do when you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Every year around Thanksgiving, things really start cooking, and this year is no exception. Between sight-seeing and seminars, concerts and plays, charity events and parties there's always plenty to do when you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between all of the snowbirds returning to PV for the winter and so many of our favorite art, music, charitable and community events going on, there are plenty of things to see and do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta this month.

Cassandra Shaw Jewelry 1st Anniversary
Twila Crawford

On Friday, November 14th, Cassandra Shaw will be throwing an anniversary party, complete with refreshments and live music by Lenny, to celebrate the success of her new jewelry, accessories and clothing store on the south side of Puerto Vallarta.

Beyond Vallarta - Tours Beyond Ordinary
Twila Crawford

In response to local residents' desires to explore more of Mexico's vast diversity, natural beauty and culture in style and comfort, Beyond Vallarta is offering three dynamic tours benefiting the International Friendship Club's charitable interests.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From this season's Art Walk and charity events to the latest restaurant news and all kinds of fun things to do, Twila knows what's going on around town, so if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Susan Davalos Helps Special Needs Children, the Sick and the Elderly
Twila Crawford

Much admired PV resident and nurse, Susan Davalos, is a volunteer community coordinator in the El Pitillal and the city dump area, who recently took us to visit and to help out at five organizations caring for children, adults and the elderly

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

High season is here and every day brings more and more fun things to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around the Bay, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's edition.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to know what's going on here in Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila will keep you up to date on all of the latest news and local happenings.

The Weekend Beat on BanderasNews
Puerto Vallarta Updates with Twila Crawford

If you want to stay on top of all of the latest Puerto Vallarta news and learn what you can expect during the coming week, be sure to watch The Weekend Beat every Sunday morning right here on BanderasNews.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With the first 2008-2009 Old Town Art Walk planned for this month and the ever-popular Becas Breakfasts resuming next month, as we move into high season every day brings more and more fun things to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Seems everyone is gearing up for high season. With a number of restaurants and stores reopening and some of our winter residents returning, there are plenty of people to see and things to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With 'High Season' just around the corner, many vacationers and winter residents are are wondering what's been going on around the Bay. Twila's got the inside scoop, so if you want to be 'in the know,' be sure to read Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Twila's got the scoop on what's going on around the Bay, the Republic and the World, so if you want to be 'in the know' be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to know what's going on here in Vallarta and around the world this summer, be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila will keep you up to date on all of the latest news and local happenings.

Movie Filmed in Puerto Vallarta Premieres on October 2 at Cinemark, Plaza Caracol
Twila Crawford

A special showing of the Disney movie, 'Beverly Hills Chihuahua,' parts of which were filmed here in Puerto Vallarta under the working title, 'South of the Border,' will premier at the Cinemark Theater in Plaza Caracol on October 2nd at 7 pm.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between celebrating Mexico's Independence, The Mr. Gay Puerto Vallarta competition, live music, community works and lots of rain, there are plenty of things to see, do and talk about while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta this month.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Whether you want to stay on top of the latest news or find out what's happening around Banderas Bay, be sure to read Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With a number of restaurants and businesses closed, September is a very quiet month here in the Banderas Bay area. But everyone is getting ready for the high season, when there are plenty of things to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Daiquiri Dick's Pacific Rim Summer Specials
Twila Crawford

A friend and I recently spent a rainy Puerto Vallarta evening enjoying the Pacific Rim Summer Specials at Daiquiri Dick's on Los Muertos Beach. Especially fabulous were the Steamed Pork and Shrimp Dumplings appetizers...

Kaiser Maximilian's Greek Summer Specials
Twila Crawford

At Kaiser Maximilian, Chef Andreas Rupprechter combines his experience in Europe and Mexico to create innovative dishes that merge new and old world cuisine, and this month, he's serving up a special menu featuring dishes from Greece through Aug 30th.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

This week, Twila tells us about the International Friendship Club's Cleft Palate program, and how you can help them improve the lives of Banderas Bay area children affected by facial birth defects while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to know what's going on in Vallarta this summer - from a great new place to eat to what everyone is reading on the beach to the latest news and local gossip - be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Whether you want to stay on top of the latest news or find out what's happening in PV this summer, be sure to read Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. Twila's got the inside scoop on everything that's going on - here in town and around the world.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all kinds of fun things to do to the latest news and gossip, Twila has the inside scoop on everything that's going on in Vallarta, so if you want to be "in the know," be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Silly Billy's World - Dream, Read and Grow
Twila Crawford

An excellent teacher and entertainer, Puerto Vallarta's Bill Dallas Lewis, who is a worldwide educator from his computer, and who wrote the Silly Billy children's books, believes that the Internet is "a good teaching tool."

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

There are plenty of things to celebrate while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta this week... not only Canada Day and the 4th of July, but also the love, friendship support and concern that are all part of living in such a warm and caring community.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

As Vallarta grows and takes on more elements of a big city, concerned citizens are pulling together and offering advice in their areas of expertise to help keep everyone safe, sane, prepared and informed while Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

It may be rainy season here, but that doesn't put a damper on the non-stop action! Between the new ice skating rink at Plaza Caracol, art shows, fine dining and live music there's always something to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between art and artists, music and musicians, dining and chefs, there has been a New York kind of feeling while Out and About in Puerto Vallarta these past few weeks...

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Between attending seminars and art shows, enjoying food, food and more food, visiting with family and friends and discussing politics and people, there's always plenty to see, do, and talk about, when you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From published authors, International seminar speakers, sailors, artists and con-artists to festivals, fireworks and fabulous food, you never know who - or what - you might encounter while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From great food and music to the latest news and gossip, Twila has the inside scoop on everything that's going on in Vallarta, so if you want to be "in the know," be sure to read this week's edition of Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

No matter what time of year, there are always tons of new things to see and do while you are Out and About in Puerto Vallarta. This week, we take a look at some recent, and some upcoming, art, music, charitable and community events.

The Glamorous, Hippies and "Liz" Celebrated at the Last Party at Casa Kimberly
Twila Crawford

Costumes of old Hollywood and the 1960's were abundant at Elizabeth Taylor's and Richard Burton's home in Puerto Vallarta, Casa Kimberly, where Janice Chatterton recently hosted a Swinging Sixties party to raise funds for the local SPCA.

Next Theater Season will be Action-Packed
Twila Crawford

Next theater season at Santa Barbara is going to be action-packed with new shows under new owner Ann Marie Danimus, a performer and actress herself. She told us about some of her plans at the recent fund raiser for children's theater camp.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Enjoying music and festivals, attending parties and fundraisers, relishing good friends and good food... there are lots of great ways to celebrate Spring while you are out and about in Puerto Vallarta this May.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From all kinds of fun things to do to the latest news and gossip, Twila has the inside scoop on everything that's going on in Vallarta, so if you want to be "in the know," be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Passover Family Seder Celebrated Children
Twila Crawford

Mel and Barbara Bornstein coordinated the Passover Family Seder at Puerto Vallarta's Coconuts. The restaurant was filled with families celebrating and Mel, at age 80, was praised by those in attendance for his leadership of the community.

Vivian Hemphill Discusses Poverty and Philanthropy with Wise Wo-Men
Twila Crawford

Educator Vivian Hemphill of Manos Unidas por la Mujer explained the work of the social enterprise that blends women's empowerment, ecological conscience and artistic creation to participants at a recent meeting of Vallarta Wise Wo-Men.

Fever, First New Show At Newly-Owned Theater, is a Huge Success
Twila Crawford

A full theater of friends, fellow actors and theater-goers cheered on Mikki Prost at the opening of her very "hot" show, Fever!, at the newly-owned Santa Barbara Theater in Puerto Vallarta.

New Show at Santa Barbara Theater is Hot!
Twila Crawford

Local performer Mikki Prost, who is managing the Santa Barbara Theater for new owner Ann Marie Daminus, will be opening her one-woman cabaret, Fever, tomorrow night at 8 pm. The show will run every Thursday throughout the month of April.

Out And About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Want to get the inside scoop on everything that's going on in Vallarta? From things to do, where to eat, shows to see, classes and charitable endeavors to the latest news and gossip, be sure to read this week's Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

New Owner at Santa Barbara Theater
Twila Crawford

A new owner, Ann Marie Daminus, takes over Santa Barbara Theater, 351 Olas Altas, effective April 1, 2008. Local performer Mikki Prost will manage the theater for Ann Marie. T.J. Hartung, with local theater background, also will help out Mikki.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to stay on top of what's happening - from art, theater, classes and charitable programs to the latest news and gossip, be sure to read Out and About in Puerto Vallarta to get the inside scoop on everything that's going on in Vallarta.

Dana and Mark Zeller are Stunning in From Broadway To Vallarta
Twila Crawford

New York City musical performers Dana and Mark Zeller delighted the audience at the Cathy Von Rohr Galeria-Studio earlier this week with a stunning evening of songs From Broadway to Vallarta to raise funds for Clinica de Rehabilitation.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Vallarta has seen a major growth in its exciting cultural life within the last few years. From musical theater productions and Tango classes to Chamber Orchestra performances and Sitar concerts there's something for everyone in Puerto Vallarta.

Bringing New Life to Vallarta Children
Twila Crawford

Join New Life Mexico and DIF Vallarta on Friday, February 29th from 10 am-12 noon in the Jalisco Room at the Krystal Hotel to learn about the programs for Puerto Vallarta children, including street children, who need your help.

Katmandu at Cafe des Artistes
Twila Crawford

Katmandu (Don and Rhonda and group) will perform in a sitar concert on the evening of March 10th in the garden at Cafe des Artistes in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Doors open at 7:30 pm, dinner is at 8 pm, and the hour-and-a-half show starts at 9 pm.

World Photographer Displays Photos at Benefit for Clinica de Rehabilitation Santa Barbara
Twila Crawford

Photos of the Clinica de Rehabilitation Santa Barbara and some of their patients by photographer Robert Stahman will be on display at the clinic fundraising events by New York performers Dana and Mark Zeller at the Cathy von Rohr Galeria-Studio in Puerto Vallarta next month.

Dana and Mark Zeller Sing Broadway Songs in a Fundraiser for Clinica de Rehabilitation Santa Barbara
Twila Crawford

The Rehabilitation Clinic of Santa Barbara (Clinica de Rehabilitation Santa Barbara) will be recognized with a fundraiser by New York City musical performers Dana and Mark Zeller on March 3, 4, 10, and 11 at 6:30 pm at the Cathy von Rohr Galeria-Studio on the southside of Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Seems everyone is talking about change. Whether you want to make a change in your life, or help make life a little better for someone else in our community, there are plenty of things you can do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Isn't it beautiful in February with the light, sky, water and mountains? With an early Easter, so many high season residents already are making plans to head north then, but there's still plenty to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

If you want to stay on top of what's happening in Vallarta, be sure to read this week's Out and About to get the inside scoop on everything from the annual Wine Fest to restaurant and theater openings, to the latest news and gossip.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

The high season is a great time to visit with plenty of things to do - from conferences, classes and workshops to theater performances, concerts, charity events and parties to attend while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

This Season's Musicals in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

The New Year brings big-name and local performers in colorful musical productions to Puerto Vallarta. Don't miss this season's lineup of great shows at Vallarta's most popular entertainment venue, the Santa Barbara Theater.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With a new beach restaurant, bakeries serving wonderful bread, cakes and fancy desserts, and live music to enjoy all over town, food and fun are at the top of the list of things to do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta this week.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

The Banderas Bay area is full of so many interesting and talented people, from learned lecturers and published authors to dance instructors and famous performers, you never know who you might meet while you're out and about in Puerto Vallarta.

One Gifted Singer - Two Very Different Shows
Twila Crawford

Don't miss Alex Ryer as she showcases her beautiful voice in one show and goes bawdy - depicting Mae West, Sophie Tucker and Fannie Brice - in the other, on Thursday and Saturday nights at Santa Barbara Theater on the southside of Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Start filling up your 2008 calendars! This year, there will be all kinds of theater productions playing all over town, plus meetings, fashion shows and many other interesting things to see and do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

With the joy of this season, all the very best to you and yours. Even though we haven't finished our holiday celebrations yet, there are plenty of people in Puerto Vallarta who are lining up workshops to help us improve ourselves in the New Year.

Hundreds Enjoy Vallarta Chamber Orchestra's Beautiful Holiday Sounds
Twila Crawford

A festive mood prevailed in Puerto Vallarta last Sunday evening, as the Vallarta Chamber Orchestra and the Vallarta Chamber Choir entertained music lovers with the holiday sounds of Christmas Carols, bells, chimes, drums, flutes and strings.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

Christmas shopping, charity events and parties, live music and theater performances, visiting with family and friends... The holidays are almost here - and there's plenty to see and do while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta.

Siempre Sol - a Wild and Funny Musical
Twila Crawford

Vallarta´s and Broadway´s Sol Rose in Siempre Sol, a Las Vegas-style revue of some of his musical career, is funny and wild, with his voice in beautiful form. Audience participation is extensive, fun and filled with laughter.

Out And About In Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

One of my favorite times in Vallarta, and I hope yours, is now... with plenty of theater shows to see, music to enjoy, workshops to attend and worthy causes to support - not to mention the holiday processions, parties and Posadas.

Out And About In Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

'Tis the season of giving, and here in the Banderas Bay area there are lots of local charities to support. Here is information on just a few worthy causes and how you can get involved while you're Out and About in Puerto Vallarta this week.

Out and About in Puerto Vallarta
Twila Crawford

From famous Broadway actors and entertainers to rising musical stars, celebrated authors and record producers, you never know who you'll encounter while you're Out and About 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Out And About In Puerto Vallarta
PVNN

Have you ever noticed how difficult it can be to find out who, what, why, where and when it's happening around the Bay? Twila Crawford's weekly column, Out and About in Puerto Vallarta will give you all the inside information.

Out and About... in Washington
Twila Crawford

I´ve just returned to Vallarta from Washington, DC, from the best conference I have ever attended. The Society of Professional Journalists seemed to have everyone from the world of communication there.



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