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Meet PV's New Tourism Director at NWJ!
 Patrick Harrison
Puerto Vallarta's new Director of Tourism, Carlos Gerard, will be holding a round-table discussion with the English-speaking expat community on Tuesday, October 23, 2012, starting at 12 noon, at Restaurant No Way José!, 5 de Febrero #260 on the south side of downtown.
La Cruz Farmers Market Reopens November 4
 Amigos de La Cruz
The Sunday Farmer's Market in La Cruz will begin their third season on November 4, 2012. Open Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, the market, which offers only locally grown or made products, is located next to the Fish Market at the northeast end of the Riviera Nayarit La Cruz Marina.
Cystic Fibrosis Fundraiser Attracts VIPs to Vallarta
 Gary Green
What does an award-winning songwriter and musician, top radio personality and former Major League Baseball players have in common? They'll all be in Puerto Vallarta November 8-11th to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's annual fishing and golf tournament, Hook the Cure.
Jorge Acosta Performs at Daiquiri Dick's Oct. 26
 Laura Gelezunas
Jorge Acosta, one of the Banderas Bay area's favorite musicians, will be taking his talent to the next level by performing two shows at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant on October 26. The program will feature seatings for dinner at 6:30-7 pm and at 9 pm to coincide with the two performances.
Are Mexico's Life Expectancy Rates Falling?
 Circe Vargon
At the 'Medicine of the Future: Towards a Longer Life Expectancy' forum in Tijuana, Federal Secretary of Health Salomon Chertorivski Woldenberg warned that 'life expectancy rates in Mexico will fall if chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, and heart disease are not controlled.'
'Community Cares Gala' for SETAC & PVMC
 Javier Gallegos
On November 11, a 'Community Cares Gala' fundraising event will be held to benefit the SETAC Community Centre and the newly formed Puerto Vallarta Men's Choir. The Gala will be held at Bistro Balsamar at 6 pm with a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and live performances.
Vallarta Orchid Society Lecture Series Resumes
 BanderasNews.com
There are about a dozen different reasons why an orchid plant will not bloom year after year. On Saturday, October 27th at 2 pm, these reasons will be discussed at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens. The free discussion is part of this season's Vallarta Orchid Society Lecture Series.
Puerto Vallarta Hosts Canadian Travel Writers
 Gustavo Rivas-Solis
SATW Canadian Chapter members will be traveling to Puerto Vallarta this fall for the chapter's first meeting in Latin America from October 16th-21st. The PV meeting will feature an official chapter meeting, training and networking sessions, special tours, and a scavenger hunt.
PEACE Action for Food Program Now in Vallarta
 PVRPV
We are excited to announce the launch of the PEACE Action for Food program in Puerto Vallarta! PEACE's PV Protectores Action for Food is a 'work for food' program funded by proceeds from the non-profit organization's Puerto Vallarta Home Tours, which resume on Tuesday, November 20.
Los Muertos Pier Fishing Tournament, Nov 2-3
 Lorena Sonrisas
You don’t have to be rich to enter the 5th Annual Los Muertos Pier Fishing Tournament! Scheduled to take place on Friday and Saturday, November 2nd and 3rd, this tournament is for the common man, with entry fees of only $2000 pesos per boat.
Believing & Belonging: Is That a Rabbit I See?
 Susannah Rigg
With an academic background in belief systems, I am always fascinated by what people believe and why they believe it. Reflecting on this, I have realised that living in Mexico has altered a number of my beliefs. My belief system has changed a lot, often for good, but occasionally for bad.
Community Unites to Help Families in Need
 Nova Pennison
Thanks to the wonderful response from good citizens throughout the Banderas Bay area, PEACE collected a total of 2533 food items in September to help local families through the difficult month, often referred to as 'Septihambre' (hungry September.)
Canadian Women Challenged to Donate 1,000 Bras
 Jennifer Lang
Canadian businesswoman Yvonne Hogenes is collecting unwanted, gently-used bras for the upcoming Cancer de Mama Clinic in La Penita, Mexico. The clinic's aim is to provide breast cancer survivors with a wide range of services, including counseling, bras, prosthetics, wigs and makeup.
Tweet to be Heard Supports Mexico's Youth
 Robert Dry
Intercam Servicios Financieros, LloydShare Annuities, Vallarta Escapes, and AG D'Luxe Salon & Spa, the proud Diamond Sponsors of the Tweet to Be Heard 4 Pro Social Media Marketing Conference, will give away one full event ticket and Twiesta Dinner attendance to a creative student.
Golfer Ester Choe Earns Spot on LPGA Tour
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Ester Choe, winner of the Riviera Nayarit Classic, was proclaimed "Player of the Year 2012" at the Symetra Tour and has become the third consecutive winner from this tournament to obtain entrance to the LPGA, the highest rank for Woman's Professional Golf.
Kaiser Maximilian Celebrates Oktoberfest
 Banderas News Team
Get out the lederhosen and beer steins - it's time for Oktoberfest! Through October 31st, European Chef Andreas Rupprechter is serving up his Oktoberfest menu in addition to the traditional Austrian cuisine that has made Kaiser Maximilian one of Vallarta's favorite restaurants.
La Cruz Fishing Tournament Registration Breaks Records
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
With the confirmed participation of at least 78 fishing boats already registered for the International Sports Fishing Tournament of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Riviera Nayarit will break a new record this year. The tournament will take place at Marina Riviera Nayarit October 10-14.
VBG Featured at International Gardens Conference
 T.J. Hartung
Vallarta Botanical Gardens founder, Bob Price, has been invited to give a presentation at the 9th International Conference of 'Gardens and Tourism: the Keys to Success' through the organization 'Gardens Without Limits' in Metz (Moselle - France) on Friday, October 12, 2012.
La Cruz 'Party in the Plaza' November 3
 Landon Hollander
Inside La Cruz and Tortuga Beach present the kick-off event of the high season to promote your business, service or restaurant; Party in the Plaza (Fiesta en la Plaza) will be held in the Main Plaza (Plaza Benito Juarez) of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on Saturday, November 3, from 4-7 pm.
'Real Estate in Mexico from A to Z' AMPI Course
 John K. Glaab
Since being founded a few short years ago, CCIE, the Training and Statistics arm of AMPI has developed a myriad of courses. The newest course, 'Real Estate in Mexico from A to Z,' will be presented at this month's upcoming AMPI Congreso in Guadalajara, Jalisco.
Hungarian Dance Company at Teatro Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
Don’t miss a fascinating look into the Hungarian Culture as the Hungarian Dance Company – Miskolc takes the stage of Teatro Vallarta on November 11. Under the direction of Attila Marodi, this celebrated group has performed throughout Europe - and now you can see them in PV!
 A Visit to Guadalajara’s Antique Market
 Antonio Ramblés
Antique markets afford a window into the lives of each treasure’s original owner, and Guadalajara’s antique flea market is loaded with artifacts that look like they once graced the drawing rooms of the gentrified west side neighborhoods built around the turn of the 20th century.
'Let’s Kick Off High Season' Breakfast
 Pamela Thompson
HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta and PVSleepWell invite you to join us at the fabulous River Café on October 22 at 9 am for a 'Let’s Kick Off the High Season' breakfast. You can learn about Puerto Vallarta area health services, meet local physicians, mix, mingle, and network!
What Does October Have in Store for You?
 RonMorgan.net
Leaves and stars are falling into place during October. The Ron Morgan Properties guide to the heavenly bodies predicts an amazing autumn start for you here in Puerto Vallarta. So if you are in the Banderas Bay area, check out this month's horoscope... with a tropical twist.
Local Shelter Plea For Emergency Funding
 Sylvia McNamee
The Puerto Vallarta Young Professionals Organization is hosting a benefit in support of Corazón de Niña, a local non-profit children’s shelter for young girls who have been removed from abusive situations, on October 6 from 6:30-9 pm at Cheeky Monkey in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
Learn To Make Mexican Food With The Pros
 Carmen Porras
El Arrayán Restaurant in downtown Puerto Vallarta announces their Mexican Cooking Class schedule for the 2012 Fall/Winter season. These cooking classes are a popular activity for visitors and locals who are interested in learning Mexican cooking techniques from a professional chef.
Vallarta Expats Help US Voters on Oct 9
 Sara Wise
On October 9th, Expats in Vallarta will be starting their 4th year with a very special Happy Hour from 5-7 pm at Langostino's on Los Muertos Beach in the Romantic Zone. Bring your U.S. Election Ballot with you, and the US Consulate will send them to the US in their diplomatic pouch - FREE!
Puerto Vallarta Men’s Chorus Final Call
 Juan Pablo Hernández
The Puerto Vallarta Men’s Chorus has extended their final audition deadline for this season three more weeks, until October 29, allowing even more local singers to join their maiden concert, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, December 19, at Teatro Vallarta.
Montreal Ballet to Perform at Teatro Vallarta
Patrick Harrison
Discover for yourself why the Montreal Ballet, under the direction of Eddy Toussaint, is often described as perfection, elegance and beauty, as they perform one show only at Teatro Vallarta on October 14 at 8 pm.
Pink Loft Event Celebrates Life in Vallarta
 Darlene Carucci
More than 100 people attended the 1st Pink Loft at the CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta. The event, hosted in the resort's Ohtli Spa, was held to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to benefit the Esperanza Foundation, an association that supports survivors of the disease.
Home Staging: Tips & Tactics for Sellers
 Timothy Real Estate Group
If you’re about to put your home on the market, understand that you are about to engage in a war of sorts. Selling your home is a battle with other listings for qualified buyers. A well priced, impeccably-staged home is the A-number-one weapon you must wield to win this war.
Tweet To Be Heard Conference Venue Change
Robert Dry
Tweet to be Heard 4 PRO, THE Social Media Marketing Conference in Riviera Nayarit, is excited to announce a change of venue for its November 9th-11th Conference. The new venue, Villa del Palmar Flamingos, offers attendees more space - and a five star resort setting to boot.
 Hairspray Night Raises $58,000 for SETAC
Laura Gelezunas
Around 400 people were dazzled by the work of 15 local salons at Sky Mandala during 'Hair Spray Night.' This amazing runway spectacular was a benefit for SETAC and their fight against HIV and AIDS in Puerto Vallarta.
Brazilian Business Meeting in Punta Mita
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Riviera Nayarit's luxury attracts influential people from all over the world. Lideres Empresariales, the most influential business association in Brazil, will celebrate its 17th annual meeting in Mexico's Pacific Treasure Oct 10-13.
Wednesdays at Nacho Daddy: Kitty BINGO
 Marilyn Khan
PuRR Project now has over 200 adorable cats and kittens in residence. Help us provide food, shelter and veterinary care for these rescued animals, by joining us for Kitty BINGO at Nacho Daddy on October 10, and every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, at 6 pm.
Mexico Resort Real Estate 3rd Quarter Update
 John K. Glaab
Today's global economy makes it difficult to predict the short term Mexican real estate market. But real estate associations in the three NAFTA countries are working on strategies and alliances in order to be able to take advantage of a market recovery.
Daiquiri Dick's Celebrates Canadian Thanksgiving
 Laura Gelezunas
Kick off the holiday season at Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. Everyone is welcome to join the Canadian Thanksgiving dinner on October 8th starting at 5 pm. A turkey dinner with all the trimmings will highlight the menu.
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