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Democrats Abroad Weekly Film Series Resumes Nov. 22
Tobe Jensen

The Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico is launching its 7th Annual Film Series on November 22, 2016 in a new location. The Jazz Foundation in downtown Puerto Vallarta will host this fun and friendly event every Tuesday night at 7:00 pm through April 4, 2017.

Vallarta-Nayarit News Brief and This Weekend's 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-Nayarit news headlines, a few community announcements and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.

Sea Monkey Hosts 'Luau' in Support of PuRR Project
Marilyn Khan

On Friday, December 9th at 5:00 pm, Sea Monkey Restaurant will be hosting the Fourth Annual Pig Roast & Luau on the Beach to benefit the PuRR Project shelter in Puerto Vallarta. Tickets to this fun-filled event always go quickly, so get yours before they sell out!

Talks about Mexico for Expats in Puerto Vallarta
Carlos Navarro

You don't need to learn Spanish to connect with Mexico! If you are an English-speaking expat in Puerto Vallarta, come to Connect with Mexico and discover your adopted country anew. The first weekly conversation on Mexico will be held at ArtVallARTa on Tuesday, November 22, 2016.

American Legion Membership Meeting at Paradise Plaza
Dennis Rike

American Legion Post 14 will hold a membership meeting on November 15 at 11 am on the second floor of the Paradise Plaza in Nuevo Vallarta. Currently the Puerto Vallarta meetings are held at Steve's Sports Bar. The Legion is looking to expand in the Riviera Nayarit and points north.

Act II Week of Entertainment with Nine Opening Nights
Daniel R. Mininni

Just when you thought the entertainment season in Puerto Vallarta couldn't get any more exciting, Act II STAGES is 'pulling out all the stops' by opening 9 fabulous shows in just one week! From award-winning musicals & plays to captivating cabaret acts, there's something for everyone.

Thanksgiving in PV? Let Daiquiri Dick's Do the Cooking!
Media Diva International

There are those of us who enjoy the eating part of Thanksgiving more than the cooking part. If you don't feel like turning on the oven and heating up the house, especially here in Puerto Vallarta, you can get your turkey fix at Daiquiri Dick’s Restaurant - or order it to go!

Hook the Cure Reels in $565,000 USD for Cystic Fibrosis
Gary Green

Puerto Vallarta was a dream destination for the 11th annual Hook the Cure weekend. It was a star-studded event, but its chief purpose was for a greater cause... a cause that garnered a bevy of support from people coast-to-coast and netted $565,000 USD for Cystic Fibrosis.

SETAC Community Center Has Moved to Fluvial Vallarta
Providing Essential Services

In 2009, the SETAC Community Center opened in Old Town Puerto Vallarta to provide health treatment referrals and education to the community. Today, SETAC continues to provide these essential services in the safe and discrimination-free atmosphere of their new office in Fluvial.

Kaiser Maximilian Hosts 2 Festival Gourmet Guest Chefs
Laura Gelezunas

Two assistants to one of Austria's most decorated chefs will be the XXII Puerto Vallarta Gourmet Festival guest chefs at Kaiser Maximilian, where a special menu will be available November 12-December 17, and a six-course Chef's Table with wine pairings will be served on November 15.

Season 3 of Tianguis in Lo De Marcos Opened with Flair
Galvan Real Estate

Shoppers and artisans alike enjoyed a successful opening of Tianguis Lo De Marcos' Third Season on Saturday, November 5. The weekly market has gained the support of the town's merchants, many of whom report increased sales driven by the appearance of new faces in the Pueblo.

Vallarta Garden Club Annual Membership Kickoff Event
Leslie Rutledge

In a town that relies on tourism, the Puerto Vallarta Garden Club's mission of 'Beautifying Vallarta' makes all other endeavors here more successful. Join us at The Jazz Foundation for the Annual Membership Kickoff Event on Thursday, November 17th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.

Opinion: World Ocean Emergency - Vote for Our Oceans!
BanderasNews.com

In October the World Wildlife Fund released a troubling report on CNN - that two thirds of the world's marine and wildlife could be gone by 2020. That's just 3 years from now! So, if you believe in science, this election today is critical to the bright futue of all our children.

Jamaica: The Flower That Will Make Your Mood Bloom
Leslie Korn, PhD, MPH

Jamaica, a medicinal hibiscus flower and member of the Malvaceae family, makes a delicious red drink that is a very accessible and inexpensive source of vitamin C, calcium and powerful antioxidants. It is also used traditionally in Mexico as a medicine to reduce fever during colds.

ANA 'Office Party' at Diablos Bar/Fusion Restaurant
Tom Swale

The Amapas Neighborhood Association needs to furnish its new office on the south side of Puerto Vallarta, so they are having an 'Office Party' on Nov. 10 at Diablos Bar/Fusion Restaurant, where you can 'adopt' a desk, a chair, a file cabinet, a mini-fridge or a box of printer paper.

Puerto Vallarta Living: How The Consulate Can Help You
Tropicasa Realty

One of the reasons that Puerto Vallarta is a comfortable choice for foreigners thinking about buying Mexican real estate is that the Banderas Bay area has both an American and a Canadian consulate. While living in PV is extremely secure, having a consulate close at hand can be helpful.

Scentsy Products Now Available in Puerto Vallarta
BanderasNews.com

With Scentsy now being sold in the Banderas Bay area it will soon be easier to fill your personal space with a wide variety of fragrances. If you are not familiar with these products, you can learn more at Scentsy parties to be held at various Puerto Vallarta venues on Nov. 9, 11 & 16.

ExPats in Vallarta November Happy Hours & Events
Sara Wise

ExPats in Vallarta, a totally social group that offers informal fellowship and assistance to Expat residents who are living, working or investing in the greater Puerto Vallarta area, or visitors who are considering it, has announced this month's schedule of events.

Gypsy Rumba at The Palm Cabaret and Bar Bucerías
Juan Pablo Corona

The Palm Cabaret and Bar Bucerias, a new concert venue in the Riviera Nayarit that has the same soul and energy as The Palm Cabaret and Bar Puerto Vallarta, is kicking off its first season on Monday, November 7th at 8:30 pm with the fresh and energetic sounds of Gypsy Rumba.

Mexico Tops Expert's '5 Best Places to Move To' List
Marie Callan

The editors of International Living recently released their picks for the top five places to escape to if your preferred candidate doesn't win the 2016 U.S. presidential election, and it comes as no surprise that Mexico - and Puerto Vallarta in particular - tops the list!


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