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7th Annual Hook the Cure Tournament Raises $400,000
 Gary Green
The 7th annual 'Hook the Cure' event, held in Puerto Vallarta November 8th-11th, was highlighted by festivities, celebrity appearances, auctions and an awards gala. Participants enjoyed Banderas Bay's fabulous amenities while raising $400,000 for cystic fibrosis research.
Puerto Vallarta's Favorite Restaurants for 2012
 Vallarta Lifestyles
This year’s Readers’ Choice Awards Ceremony took place at La Palapa recently, and the grand event was attended by representatives of Vallarta's most prestigious restaurants. Awards were presented in several categories - as voted by readers of the Virtual Vallarta website.
Drag Queen 'Calls' for PuRR Project Bingo
 Marilyn Khan
Famed drag entertainer Joanna, in all her finery and at her most outrageous, will call the numbers on Wednesday, November 21st for PuRR Project Bingo at Nacho Daddy. Proceeds benefit the 200+ cats residing at PuRR Project, a 'no-kill' feline sanctuary north of Puerto Vallarta.
Visit Cuba with Superior Tours Vallarta
 Astrid van Dam
Superior Tours owner Astrid Van Dam suggests everyone see Cuba before everything changes on the nostalgic Caribbean island. Superior Tours can arrange your flight, your hotel, the transfer to the hotel, your visa and travelers insurance, and yes, this includes any nationality.
IFC Cleft Palate Clinic and Surgery Program
 Janie Albright Blank
On November 1st and 2nd the International Friendship Club held their 3rd Cleft Palate Clinic & Surgery Program at Vallarta's CMQ Premier Hospital. The IFC has sponsored these surgeries since 1986 and most of the money to support this endeavor is raised by their weekly Home Tours.
Pact Stops Cross-Border Stolen Phone Use
 Adam Mazmanian
US and Mexican officials signed a bilateral agreement on Tuesday aimed at blocking the cross-border use of stolen mobile telephones. The FCC and Mexico's Secretariat of Communications announced the plan to share databases of stolen phones in both countries to prevent reactivation.
'Fandango' Returns to Teatro Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
The dance troupe Fandango triumphantly returns to Puerto Vallarta on Monday, November 19th, at the city’s beautiful performing arts venue Teatro Vallarta. This spectacular production takes audiences on a colorful journey through the rich and magical history of Mexico!
Author Gil Gevins Book Signing Party
 Banderas News Team
PV's favorite author, Gil Gevins, has been delighting readers for 25 years. Widely praised for his best-selling anthology, 'Puerto Vallarta on 49 Brain Cells a Day,' Gevins has recently published his first novel, 'Slime and Punishment.' It's by far his funniest work yet!
Peter Gray Art Museum Celebrates 10 Years
 Jerry Lafferty
Everyone is welcome to attend a grand celebration for the 10th anniversary of the Peter Gray Art Museum on the campus of Centro Universitario de la Costa. Come and enjoy complimentary light refreshments while touring our expanded art collection and new museum layout.
Democrats Abroad Tuesday Night Films Resume
 Norma Schuh
Democrats Abroad is launching its Third Annual Film Series at Paradise Community Center beginning December 4th, on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm. Twenty films are scheduled through April and, as was true last year, there will be a special week of Academy-Award-nominated films as well.
Motorcyclists Gather in Puerto Vallarta
 Visit Puerto Vallarta
Motorcyclists from Mexico and all over North America will arrive on November 15th through 18th, for the 3rd annual Puerto Vallarta International Motorcycle Assembly. A parade on the Malecon, rock bands, and a biker girl contest are just some of the activities scheduled for the event.
 6 Underrated Destinations in Mexico
 Christine Delsol
Mexico has something for everyone. The glamorous resorts on the more than 450 beaches offer an endless party. But for fans of 'Old Mexico,' the obsession with beach chairs and all-inclusive resorts can be frustrating and the country's less-traveled destinations can be more appealing.
Hoops for Hope Classic in Puerto Vallarta
 Hoops for Hope
Basketball Organizer PlanBC3, LLC and the National Urea Cycle Disorders Foundation have announced pairings for the newest Men’s College Basketball tournament, the 2012 Hoops for Hope Classic in legendary Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on November 23rd through 25th.
Banderas Bay Whale Watching Begins Dec. 3
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Whale watching season officially starts again on December 3rd as hundreds of Humpback whales arrive off the coast of Puerto Vallarta. Their annual migration from the cold waters of Alaska brings them to the Bay of Banderas where they will raise their young in our warm waters.
 Medical Tourism Companies Eyeing Mexico
 Angela Kocherga
Mexico’s beaches beckon tourists seeking a vacation, but some also see the country as a place to escape from soaring medical costs. Two US medical tourism companies are looking at expanding into Mexico. Possible locations include Puerto Vallarta, Cozumel and Playa del Carmen.
Municipal Ballet Xiutla Free Performances
 Banderas News Team
In the field of folkloric dancing, Puerto Vallarta has the Xiutla Ballet as its representative. With over one thousand performances on record, they have achieved an almost ambassador-like role - filling audiences with intense emotion everywhere they perform.
16 Cool Things To Do in Puerto Vallarta
 Susie Albin-Najera
Visitors to PV will find a Mexican pueblo that has become a cosmopolitan destination that maintains its heritage. Due to its nearly perfect year round climate, the Banderas Bay area promotes a healthy, active lifestyle. Here are 16 cool things to consider on your next trip to the region.
ExPats In Vallarta November Events Schedule
 Sara Wise
A great way to meet friends, the Expats In Vallarta's monthly happy hour gatherings are open to all expat residents and visitors. The purpose of the group is to provide resources and fun social events for expats already living here and those considering moving to the area.
Pancho Vela Comes to Vallarta Yacht Club
 Richard Williams
The VYC is holding its Fall Fundraiser to help the kids in the Jr. Sailing Program to keep on sailing! It’s a Revolution Day Dinner Party that includes a raffle for prizes and an auction to help local young sailors develop the skills and self-confidence they'll need in life.
US States' New Pot Laws 'Game Changing' for Mexico
 Diego Sancho
A top aide to Mexico’s President-elect Enrique Pena Nieto says votes to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in Colorado and Washington state will force the Mexican government to rethink its efforts at trying to halt marijuana smuggling across the border.
Puerto Vallarta Art Walk Begins its 15th Year
 BanderasNews.com
The yearly tradition of the Art Walk in Puerto Vallarta has begun again! A favorite activity among tourists and locals alike, this year marks the 15th anniversary of the annual event. The Art Walk takes place every Wednesday from 6 pm to 10 pm and runs until April 24th, 2013.
Festival I Madonnari Puerto Vallarta 2012
 Banderas News Team
Festival I Madonnari 2012 will be held in Puerto Vallarta from November 12th - 14th. This seventh edition of the already traditional and colorful fiesta of ephemeral art on pavement, is sure to dazzle the senses. You won't want to forget your camera!
Guest Chef Brings Peru to The River Café
 Erin Staley
The River Café has once again invited a guest chef to join them during Festival Gourmet. This year Peruvian chef Roberto Chavez will be there, preparing a tantalizing menu of international specialties. Chef Roberto is recognized in the Who's Who of Chefs in the United States.
The Enchanting Castles of Costa Careyes
 BanderasNews.com
Almost 40 years ago, Italian artist and financier, Gian Franco Brignone had a vision. He envisioned creating a unique resort which would combine the sensuality of the Mediterranean with the craftsmanship of Mexico and its friendly hospitality. Today his vision is called Costa Careyes.
2012 Post Election Surveys Sent Out
 OverseasVoteFoundation.org
Overseas Vote Foundation and US Vote Foundation sent the 2012 Post Election Voter Surveys out to 110,000 overseas, absentee voters today. The updated online surveys will be open until December 31st and results will be released at the annual Vote Summit Conference in January.
'Princesses of Violin' at Teatro Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
Come and enjoy a night of classical and contemporary violin as Teatro Vallarta is presenting 'The Princesses of Violin' for one show only in November. This award-winning trio was formed in 2001 and has since traveled the world thrilling audiences with songs from their 5 amazing albums.
Investours Host Fair Trade Evening Market
 Corrina Jacobs
Investours, a local non-profit organization that supports artisans throughout the Bay of Banderas, will be hosting their semi-annual Fair Trade Evening Market on November 8th from 6:30-9 pm at La Luna Restaurant, located at 466 Venustiano Carranza in Puerto Vallarta.
Becas Vallarta Brunch and Fashion Show
 Polly G. Vicars
Becas Vallarta is beginning our fund raising season at Mangos Beach Club on November 14th with a brunch and a Liverpool fashion show featuring prominent men and women of Vallarta. Come and enjoy a lovely day while helping to fund the educations of our 421 scholarship students!
Puerto Vallarta Health News November 2012
 Pamela Thompson
Happy November from HealthCare Resources! Pamela will be sending out a full newsletter with lots of bells and whistles very soon which will also include a full list of all of the upcoming clinics and speakers for December, but for now - check out what's happening this month.
Galleria Dante Season Opens November 9
 Gena Guarniere
On Friday, November 9, during the first Puerto Vallarta South Side Shuffle of the season, Galleria Dante will open a new painting exhibit featuring Guadalajara artists Nicolas 'Nick' Gomez and Leticia Schmidt with a cocktail reception from 6–10 pm.
What Does November Have in Store for You?
 RonMorgan.net
The winter season is beginning and many are looking to the stars to guide them through this holiday period. Ron Morgan Properties is happy to present its guide to the stars over the Bay of Banderas... and Puerto Vallarta residents and visitors never had it so good!
Old Town Farmers Market Begins 4th Season Nov 3
 Erin Staley
With new vendors joining the long list of Market favorites, the Old Town Farmers' Market - Tianguis Cultural promises to one of Vallarta's best weekend attractions. Opening day festivities take place on November 3 from 9:30 to 2 pm, across from Lazaro Cardenas Park.
Commemorating PV's 44th Anniversary - With Art
 PVRPV
In commemoration of the 44th anniversary of the municipality of Puerto Vallarta being elevated to the status of 'city,' MOZAYKO VALLARTA proposes to create artistic pieces around the community on which selected sponsors will have the chance to place plaques bearing their logo.
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Casa Perla in Jarretaderas
Located in a charming Mexican neighborhood surrounded by the Mayan Palace Resort in Nuevo Vallarta, Casa Perla offers the authenticity of Old Mexico, yet provides easy access to all of the modern conveniences found in the greater Bay of Banderas region.
Rocky Horror Bingo for PuRR Project
 Marilyn Khan
On Wednesday, November 7th, the cast of Rocky Horror Picture Show will be on hand to kick off Rocky Horror BINGO for PuRR Project at Nacho Daddy. On hand will be Dr. Frank-N-Furter (the Sweet Transvestite,) Magenta, Riff Raff and, of course, Rocky Horror himself.
7th Annual Hook the Cure Tournament Raises $400,000
Gary Green
The 7th annual 'Hook the Cure' event, held in Puerto Vallarta November 8th-11th, was highlighted by festivities, celebrity appearances, auctions and an awards gala. Participants enjoyed Banderas Bay's fabulous amenities while raising $400,000 for cystic fibrosis research.
Puerto Vallarta's Favorite Restaurants for 2012
Vallarta Lifestyles
This year’s Readers’ Choice Awards Ceremony took place at La Palapa recently, and the grand event was attended by representatives of Vallarta's most prestigious restaurants. Awards were presented in several categories - as voted by readers of the Virtual Vallarta website.
Drag Queen 'Calls' for PuRR Project Bingo
Marilyn Khan
Famed drag entertainer Joanna, in all her finery and at her most outrageous, will call the numbers on Wednesday, November 21st for PuRR Project Bingo at Nacho Daddy. Proceeds benefit the 200+ cats residing at PuRR Project, a 'no-kill' feline sanctuary north of Puerto Vallarta.
Visit Cuba with Superior Tours Vallarta
Astrid van Dam
Superior Tours owner Astrid Van Dam suggests everyone see Cuba before everything changes on the nostalgic Caribbean island. Superior Tours can arrange your flight, your hotel, the transfer to the hotel, your visa and travelers insurance, and yes, this includes any nationality.
IFC Cleft Palate Clinic and Surgery Program
Janie Albright Blank
On November 1st and 2nd the International Friendship Club held their 3rd Cleft Palate Clinic & Surgery Program at Vallarta's CMQ Premier Hospital. The IFC has sponsored these surgeries since 1986 and most of the money to support this endeavor is raised by their weekly Home Tours.
Pact Stops Cross-Border Stolen Phone Use
Adam Mazmanian
US and Mexican officials signed a bilateral agreement on Tuesday aimed at blocking the cross-border use of stolen mobile telephones. The FCC and Mexico's Secretariat of Communications announced the plan to share databases of stolen phones in both countries to prevent reactivation.
'Fandango' Returns to Teatro Vallarta
Patrick Harrison
The dance troupe Fandango triumphantly returns to Puerto Vallarta on Monday, November 19th, at the city’s beautiful performing arts venue Teatro Vallarta. This spectacular production takes audiences on a colorful journey through the rich and magical history of Mexico!
Author Gil Gevins Book Signing Party
Banderas News Team
PV's favorite author, Gil Gevins, has been delighting readers for 25 years. Widely praised for his best-selling anthology, 'Puerto Vallarta on 49 Brain Cells a Day,' Gevins has recently published his first novel, 'Slime and Punishment.' It's by far his funniest work yet!
Peter Gray Art Museum Celebrates 10 Years
Jerry Lafferty
Everyone is welcome to attend a grand celebration for the 10th anniversary of the Peter Gray Art Museum on the campus of Centro Universitario de la Costa. Come and enjoy complimentary light refreshments while touring our expanded art collection and new museum layout.
Democrats Abroad Tuesday Night Films Resume
Norma Schuh
Democrats Abroad is launching its Third Annual Film Series at Paradise Community Center beginning December 4th, on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm. Twenty films are scheduled through April and, as was true last year, there will be a special week of Academy-Award-nominated films as well.
Motorcyclists Gather in Puerto Vallarta
Visit Puerto Vallarta
Motorcyclists from Mexico and all over North America will arrive on November 15th through 18th, for the 3rd annual Puerto Vallarta International Motorcycle Assembly. A parade on the Malecon, rock bands, and a biker girl contest are just some of the activities scheduled for the event.
6 Underrated Destinations in Mexico
Christine Delsol
Mexico has something for everyone. The glamorous resorts on the more than 450 beaches offer an endless party. But for fans of 'Old Mexico,' the obsession with beach chairs and all-inclusive resorts can be frustrating and the country's less-traveled destinations can be more appealing.
Hoops for Hope Classic in Puerto Vallarta
Hoops for Hope
Basketball Organizer PlanBC3, LLC and the National Urea Cycle Disorders Foundation have announced pairings for the newest Men’s College Basketball tournament, the 2012 Hoops for Hope Classic in legendary Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on November 23rd through 25th.
Banderas Bay Whale Watching Begins Dec. 3
Riviera Nayarit CVB
Whale watching season officially starts again on December 3rd as hundreds of Humpback whales arrive off the coast of Puerto Vallarta. Their annual migration from the cold waters of Alaska brings them to the Bay of Banderas where they will raise their young in our warm waters.
Medical Tourism Companies Eyeing Mexico
Angela Kocherga
Mexico’s beaches beckon tourists seeking a vacation, but some also see the country as a place to escape from soaring medical costs. Two US medical tourism companies are looking at expanding into Mexico. Possible locations include Puerto Vallarta, Cozumel and Playa del Carmen.
Municipal Ballet Xiutla Free Performances
Banderas News Team
In the field of folkloric dancing, Puerto Vallarta has the Xiutla Ballet as its representative. With over one thousand performances on record, they have achieved an almost ambassador-like role - filling audiences with intense emotion everywhere they perform.
16 Cool Things To Do in Puerto Vallarta
Susie Albin-Najera
Visitors to PV will find a Mexican pueblo that has become a cosmopolitan destination that maintains its heritage. Due to its nearly perfect year round climate, the Banderas Bay area promotes a healthy, active lifestyle. Here are 16 cool things to consider on your next trip to the region.
ExPats In Vallarta November Events Schedule
Sara Wise
A great way to meet friends, the Expats In Vallarta's monthly happy hour gatherings are open to all expat residents and visitors. The purpose of the group is to provide resources and fun social events for expats already living here and those considering moving to the area.
Pancho Vela Comes to Vallarta Yacht Club
Richard Williams
The VYC is holding its Fall Fundraiser to help the kids in the Jr. Sailing Program to keep on sailing! It’s a Revolution Day Dinner Party that includes a raffle for prizes and an auction to help local young sailors develop the skills and self-confidence they'll need in life.
US States' New Pot Laws 'Game Changing' for Mexico
Diego Sancho
A top aide to Mexico’s President-elect Enrique Pena Nieto says votes to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in Colorado and Washington state will force the Mexican government to rethink its efforts at trying to halt marijuana smuggling across the border.
Puerto Vallarta Art Walk Begins its 15th Year
BanderasNews.com
The yearly tradition of the Art Walk in Puerto Vallarta has begun again! A favorite activity among tourists and locals alike, this year marks the 15th anniversary of the annual event. The Art Walk takes place every Wednesday from 6 pm to 10 pm and runs until April 24th, 2013.
Festival I Madonnari Puerto Vallarta 2012
Banderas News Team
Festival I Madonnari 2012 will be held in Puerto Vallarta from November 12th - 14th. This seventh edition of the already traditional and colorful fiesta of ephemeral art on pavement, is sure to dazzle the senses. You won't want to forget your camera!
Guest Chef Brings Peru to The River Café
Erin Staley
The River Café has once again invited a guest chef to join them during Festival Gourmet. This year Peruvian chef Roberto Chavez will be there, preparing a tantalizing menu of international specialties. Chef Roberto is recognized in the Who's Who of Chefs in the United States.
The Enchanting Castles of Costa Careyes
BanderasNews.com
Almost 40 years ago, Italian artist and financier, Gian Franco Brignone had a vision. He envisioned creating a unique resort which would combine the sensuality of the Mediterranean with the craftsmanship of Mexico and its friendly hospitality. Today his vision is called Costa Careyes.
2012 Post Election Surveys Sent Out
OverseasVoteFoundation.org
Overseas Vote Foundation and US Vote Foundation sent the 2012 Post Election Voter Surveys out to 110,000 overseas, absentee voters today. The updated online surveys will be open until December 31st and results will be released at the annual Vote Summit Conference in January.
'Princesses of Violin' at Teatro Vallarta
Patrick Harrison
Come and enjoy a night of classical and contemporary violin as Teatro Vallarta is presenting 'The Princesses of Violin' for one show only in November. This award-winning trio was formed in 2001 and has since traveled the world thrilling audiences with songs from their 5 amazing albums.
Investours Host Fair Trade Evening Market
Corrina Jacobs
Investours, a local non-profit organization that supports artisans throughout the Bay of Banderas, will be hosting their semi-annual Fair Trade Evening Market on November 8th from 6:30-9 pm at La Luna Restaurant, located at 466 Venustiano Carranza in Puerto Vallarta.
Becas Vallarta Brunch and Fashion Show
Polly G. Vicars
Becas Vallarta is beginning our fund raising season at Mangos Beach Club on November 14th with a brunch and a Liverpool fashion show featuring prominent men and women of Vallarta. Come and enjoy a lovely day while helping to fund the educations of our 421 scholarship students!
Puerto Vallarta Health News November 2012
Pamela Thompson
Happy November from HealthCare Resources! Pamela will be sending out a full newsletter with lots of bells and whistles very soon which will also include a full list of all of the upcoming clinics and speakers for December, but for now - check out what's happening this month.
Galleria Dante Season Opens November 9
Gena Guarniere
On Friday, November 9, during the first Puerto Vallarta South Side Shuffle of the season, Galleria Dante will open a new painting exhibit featuring Guadalajara artists Nicolas 'Nick' Gomez and Leticia Schmidt with a cocktail reception from 6–10 pm.
What Does November Have in Store for You?
RonMorgan.net
The winter season is beginning and many are looking to the stars to guide them through this holiday period. Ron Morgan Properties is happy to present its guide to the stars over the Bay of Banderas... and Puerto Vallarta residents and visitors never had it so good!
Old Town Farmers Market Begins 4th Season Nov 3
Erin Staley
With new vendors joining the long list of Market favorites, the Old Town Farmers' Market - Tianguis Cultural promises to one of Vallarta's best weekend attractions. Opening day festivities take place on November 3 from 9:30 to 2 pm, across from Lazaro Cardenas Park.
Commemorating PV's 44th Anniversary - With Art
PVRPV
In commemoration of the 44th anniversary of the municipality of Puerto Vallarta being elevated to the status of 'city,' MOZAYKO VALLARTA proposes to create artistic pieces around the community on which selected sponsors will have the chance to place plaques bearing their logo.
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
Casa Perla in Jarretaderas
Located in a charming Mexican neighborhood surrounded by the Mayan Palace Resort in Nuevo Vallarta, Casa Perla offers the authenticity of Old Mexico, yet provides easy access to all of the modern conveniences found in the greater Bay of Banderas region.
Rocky Horror Bingo for PuRR Project
Marilyn Khan
On Wednesday, November 7th, the cast of Rocky Horror Picture Show will be on hand to kick off Rocky Horror BINGO for PuRR Project at Nacho Daddy. On hand will be Dr. Frank-N-Furter (the Sweet Transvestite,) Magenta, Riff Raff and, of course, Rocky Horror himself.
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