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Democrats Abroad Tuesday Films Presents 'Quartet'
 David Kamp and Judy Snow
As part of their 'Every Tuesday Night Film' series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad presents Golden Globe nominated 'Quartet' on December 3rd, at 7 pm at the Paradise Community Center. Come early and eat before the show with the food vendors at the Center.
Popular El Arrayán Cooking Classes Return to Vallarta
 Banderas News Team
El Arrayán, Vallarta's choice for traditional Mexican food, is offering a new series of Mexican cooking classes for the 2013-2014 season. On Mondays, you can join owner Carmen Porras and her team of chefs as they share their secrets for preparing rich and varied Mexican dishes.
Toys for Tots Vallarta Golf Tournament & Gala Dinner
 Lorena Sonrisas
The Toys for Tots December fundraisers are always among the most popular seasonal events in Puerto Vallarta. This year, the Golf Scramble will be played on Saturday, December 7th at the Vista Vallarta course, and the Gala Dinner Dance will be held on the 8th at CasaMagna Marriott.
SETAC Vallarta 'Bike Ride for Life!' on World AIDS Day
 BanderasNews.com
On December 1st, SETAC is organizing the first 'Bike Ride for Life!' to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS in Puerto Vallarta. Everyone is encouraged to hop on their bikes and meet at the Augustin Contreras Flores Sports Stadium Sports Stadium at 8 am to register for the ride.
November 29 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. So we've put together a brief overview of this week's Vallarta headlines and breaking Mexico news stories, and a few upcoming local events you won't want to miss.
ExPats in Vallarta December Happy Hour Schedule
 Sara Wise
During the month of December, ExPats in Vallarta will be having two Happy Hour gatherings. On Tuesday, December 3rd and Tuesday, December 17th at Langostinos Restaurant on Playa de Los Muertos. Langostinos offers special prices for ExPats happy hour events.
El Pasitón 2013: Together for Kids in Puerto Vallarta
 Christopher Jacobs
What could be better than a relaxing holiday in Puerto Vallarta, the sun high in the sky and a margarita in hand? The answer: a relaxing sun-drenched holiday in PV, margaritas aplenty, while also helping one of Banderas Bay's most well-loved charities - Pasitos de Luz.
The Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread: Artisan Bread
 Erin Staley
This Saturday, as you enjoy a fun-filled day of shopping and entertainment, be sure to jump in line for one of the Market's hottest products: artisan bread. The nutty flavor and hearty texture will make you think you have the best thing since, well, sliced bread!
MEXLend Mortgages Introduces New Lender to Mexico
 BanderasNews.com
Puerto Vallarta-based MEXLend Mortgages for Mexico has been representing more lenders than any other broker for more than 8 years. And now, in keeping with it's history, Mexlend has once again introduced a new lending source to Mexico - Alaska Financial LLC.
Sea Monkey Hosts Luau in Support of PuRR Project
 Marilyn Khan
PuRR Project is having their first official fundraising event of the 2013-2014 season - a Luau/Pig Roast on the beach! The event will be held at the Sea Monkey restaurant on Friday, December 13th, and all of the proceeds will go to the 150+ cats now residing at the shelter.
The Culinary Diverseness of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
 Wayne Franklin
The depth and breadth of dining in Puerto Vallarta is expansive, diverse, and at an extremely high quality, thanks to not only the qualified restauranteurs that Puerto Vallarta has been able to attract, but also due to the demanding well-traveled patrons.
Riviera Nayarit Celebrates First Cocktail-Art Event
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The Universidad Tecnológica de Bahía de Banderas is celebrating its first-ever international event for mixologists, 'Coctel-Arte 2013,' in its facilities at the Riviera Nayarit. The event will bring together professional bartenders from Mexico and Spain for an exhibition.
Artist Lee 'Lencho' Chapman at Galleria Contempo
 Heather Wilson
This Friday, November 29th, Galeria Contempo warmly invites you to meet local artist Lee 'Lencho' Chapman at an opening cocktail reception to be held from 6 pm to 10 pm. This airy two-story gallery is located at Basilio Badillo #252 on the South Side of Puerto Vallarta.
Wednesday Night BINGO for Puerto Vallarta Charities
 Christopher Jacobs
Get those marker pens at the ready! We are delighted to announce that Nacho Daddy on Basilio Badillo in the Zona Romántica is hosting the new season of the ever-popular Charity BINGO in aid of two very special local charities: Pasitos de Luz and the Colina Spay & Neuter Clinic.
Whale Watching in the Protected Waters of Banderas Bay
 FriendlyRentals.com
In December, the Humpback whale's song can be heard once again in the protected waters of Banderas Bay. These giants return to the breeding grounds off Puerto Vallarta and stay until their newborns are strong enough to begin their migration back to Alaska.
Al Garvey’s 'Dreams of Trees' Opens at Galeria Uno
 BanderasNews.com
Al Garvey’s 4th solo exhibition of oil paintings, Sueños de Arboles (Tree Dreams,) will open with an artist’s reception this Wednesday at Galería Uno. You can also drop in at any time during the next couple of weeks and meet the artist. The gallery is located at Morelos #561.
Gay Marriage Legalization Proposed for Entire Country
 Mauricio Torres
Currently, same-sex unions are legal in Mexico City and, in a way, in Colima and Jalisco. A group of senators has proposed a legal reform to establish marriage as 'the free union of two people - not only that between a man and a woman' - throughout the entire country.
Puerto Vallarta Lifeguard Rescues Drowning Child
 NoticiasPV.com
A lifeguard at Los Muertos beach rescued a one year old child which had been snatched from the arms of its father by a large wave. The incident took place last Sunday at 12:20 in the afternoon only a short distance from the pier. The child was frightened but not injured.
PV Men’s Chorus' Magica Navidad at Teatro Vallarta
 BanderasNews.com
Make sure your December plans include the new tradition in PV - the annual holiday show of the Puerto Vallarta Men’s Chorus. Join us on December 15th at Puerto Vallarta's state-of-the-art Teatro Vallarta for 'Magica Navidad,' a night of music and wonder!
November 22 Vallarta News Brief and Upcoming Events
Banderas News Team
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta news headlines, a couple of community announcements, and a few upcoming local events you won't want to miss.
Vallarta's US and Canada Ad Campaigns Paying Off
 Fideicomiso de Turismo Puerto Vallarta
Latitude, the New York based agency that runs the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board's public relation campaign in the United States and Canada, recently presented the 2013 promotion's results. To date, the ad campaign has delivered a ROI of $21 USD per dollar spent by the tourism board.
No Way Jose!'s Traditional American Thanksgiving Feast
 Julie Guerrero
You asked for it, you got it. No Way José! Restaurant and Bar, award-winning Puerto Vallarta favorite, celebrates American Thanksgiving with the traditional turkey dinner and all the fixings! Join us on Thursday, November 28th for 3 courses at only $250 pesos per person.
OTFM-TC Featured Vendor: Maria Reyes and Her Corn Flan
 Erin Staley
Saturday is almost here, and it's time to head over to the Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural in the heart of Puerto Vallarta. Immerse yourself in the local color, feast on the flavors, and peruse through the endless variety of 'make it, bake it, grow it' treasures.
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