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December US Consular Agency Community Network Breakfast
 Kelly Trainor de O.
The next U.S. Consular Agency Community Network Breakfast will be held at The River Cafe on the south side of Puerto Vallarta on December 18th at 9 am. Everyone is invited to join us, make new friends and learn about the various projects in our community.
The Jon Coleman Band Featuring Kyle Cook of Matchbox Twenty Live in Puerto Vallarta
 JonColemanMusic.com
You definitely will not want to miss the rare opportunity to witness rising star, Jon Coleman, alongside Matchbox Twenty guitarist Kyle Cook, for 3 unbelievable performances in Puerto Vallarta on December 23rd, 26th and 27th at the Casa Iguana Hotel & Residences in Mismaloya.
The Best Soups Du Jours in Nayarit
 Ed Schwartz
Today, I, sing a song of soup; two songs, in fact. The two soups were two of the best I’ve ever slurped in my entire life and that goes back a looooong way. The first soup was the fish soup at El Coral in Punta de Mita and the second was the corn chowder at Sandrina's in Bucerias.
 Banderas Bay Whale Watching for Charity
 Pamela Thompson
One of the most thrilling experiences anyone can have, is to spend a day out on the waters of Bandera's Bay with Oscar Frey and his whale-respectful loving crew. This season, you can enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience while supporting three local charitable organizations.
A BanderasNews Brief & Upcoming Events
 Mike A. Arevalo
There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. So we've put together a brief overview of some of this week's news headlines and added some upcoming events you won't want to miss.
Vallarta Biker Event a Roaring Success
 Sylvie Scopazzo
Motorcyclists from all over Mexico came to Puerto Vallarta on the weekend of November 27th to attend the Ovejas Negras 69 motorcycle club's first ever event. And what an event it was! One of the weekend's highlights were the almost 200 bikers roaring through the streets of Vallarta on Saturday.
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Casa Moderna - Sierra Del Mar
Surrounded by spectacular and amazing views of the Sierra Madre jungle and hillside, this amazing 3 bedroom, 4 bath villa is located in the legendary gated community of Sierra Del Mar and features large entertainment areas, gracious swimming pool and Jacuzzi with lush surroundings.
Puerto Vallarta Artists Open Studios
 Alex Gomez
From December through March, twelve Puerto Vallarta artists are opening up their studios for one weekend each month, allowing the public to meet them in person, step inside their studios and witness first hand the inspiration and motivation which drives them to create their works of art.
 Real Estate Guru Ron Morgan Celebrates the Holiday Spirit
 Debra Stevenson
To celebrate the holiday spirit this season, Puerto Vallarta Real Estate Agent Ron Morgan is offering Free Closings on Molino de Agua contracts dated January 2009 thru December 2009 - plus an additional $1000 design credit towards the purchase of a CRATE Interiors furnishings package.
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.
Nacho & Carmen Jacobo: Sharing a Passion for Mexican Art
 Roberta Rand
When you step into the Indigena Gallery on Calle Juarez in the heart of Puerto Vallarta's bustling Old Town, the first thing you notice is the sheer volume of art and artists represented. The gallery features two floors and over 5,300 square feet of display space. No knock-offs from China here.
Puerto Vallarta Mexico: Paradise on Earth
 Monty Merrell
Many US and Canadian citizens are investing in Puerto Vallarta Mexico real estate because of the reasonably priced beachfront condos, homes, and land for sale. As one of the few 'Conocer Mexico' Certified Real Estate Agents in the area, Monty Merrell can help you find your piece of Paradise.
Spotlight on Vallarta: Learn Spanish at the Spanish Experience Center
 SF Productions
In this edition of Spotlight on Vallarta, we interview the staff and students at the Spanish Experience Center to get a handle on how the 'immersion' approach to language learning can help students pick up Spanish more quickly and effectively than other language learning programs.
Real Estate Fideicomiso Course Hosted by Notaria Publica Careaga
 Marilyn Newman
At the December 1st conference sponsored by the three area A.M.P.I. Chapters at Paradise Plaza in Nuevo Vallarta, Lic. Jose Reynoso, Delegado Fiduciario for Banco del Bajio, did an excellent job of conveying information pertaining to Bank Trusts (Fideicomisos) for real estate purchases in Mexico.
Animal Lovers Celebrate Their Work Toward a Kinder World
 Pegeen White
More than one hundred and twenty very well intentioned and generous people attended the SPCA-PV's Evening Under the Stars fund raiser at Hacienda San Angel on November 28th, resulting in the organization's most financially successful event ever.
PBS Reporter Comments on Medicare in Mexico Debate
 PVNN
News Hour senior correspondent Ray Suarez was among the PBS news crew present at the Medicare town hall meeting that took place on November 20th at Hacienda San Angel in Puerto Vallarta. In a recent Guadalajara Reporter article, Suarez gave his views on the campaign to bring Medicare to Mexico.
Celebrate the Holidays with Vallarta Adventures
 prlog.org
With Christmas and New Year's just a few weeks away, Vallarta Adventures is offering a bounty of adventures and special online discounts to brighten-up visitor’s holiday vacations in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Rare Fish Found on Los Muertos Beach
 Phil Kerr
Last week, I received a call from one of my friends at the Los Muertos pier who told me that a fish had washed up on the beach and nobody knew what kind of fish it was - but it was rare...
June Rosen Lopez 9th Annual Holiday Open House
 PVNN
If you haven't started your Christmas shopping yet, you won't want to miss local jeweler June Rosen Lopez's 9th Annual Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 13 from 2 to 8 pm. June invites you to visit her home and gallery, where you can see her new creations and find gifts for everyone on your list.
Spend the Evening with Country Rock Legend Jon Coleman at Casa Iguana Resort
 William Michael
Legendary musician Jon Coleman is very excited about enjoying the holidays in sunny Puerto Vallarta, Mexico where he and his band, featuring Kyle Cook of Matchbox Twenty, will be performing on December 26th at the beautiful Casa Iguana Resort in Mismaloya, just 15 minutes south of downtown.
San Pancho's Galeria Corazon is Moving to New Location
 Ed Schwartz
Galeria Corazon owners Judi and John Levens have teamed up with Judith Anderson's Galeria Serendipidty to share a new space at the corner of Avenida Tercer Mundo and Calle Cuba, one block from the beach in San Pancho. A formal opening and reception will take place at 6 pm on December 20.
Live in Mexico and Save Using the INAPAM Card
 Jennifer McVey
The Mexican government, in an effort to help keep Mexico an appealing place for retirees and expatriates around the world, has created the INAPAM card to give senior citizens over the age of 60 who are legal residents of Mexico a discount on many services and products that they need.
Puerto Vallarta Chamber Orchestra Holiday Concert
 PVNN
The Puerto Vallarta Chamber Orchestra begins its fifth season by performing with the Banderas Bay Community Choir on the newly expanded outdoor amphitheater stage at the American School (Colegio Americano) in Marina Vallarta on Sunday, December 13th at 8 pm.
Another Important December Event - Banana Cantina’s First Charity Dinner for Becas Vallarta
 Polly G. Vicars
December just gets better and better in Vallarta. Get out your calendars again and mark December 9th at 7 pm for the first Charity Night of the season at Banana Cantina. Owner Debbi Eagan has teamed up with renowned chef Seth Cloutman to design a very special evening to benefit Becas Vallarta.
Celebrating Los Mangos 13th Anniversary
 Pamela Thompson
On Friday, November 27th a smiling crowd gathered at Biblioteca Los Mangos to celebrate the 13th Anniversary of Puerto Vallarta's public library, and to be a part of the inauguration of the beautifully remodeled children's area, 'Rincon de Sally' (Sally's Corner).
Democrats Abroad's John Chudy Ph.D at IFC
 Paul Crist
On December 9th at the International Friendship Club, Democrats Abroad Guatemala Chairman John Chudy Ph.D. will present a slide show and discussion exploring what went wrong to derail the US economy and whether the stimulus package approved in early 2009 can effectively correct its trajectory.
An Open Invitation from SETAC on World AIDS Day
 Paco Arjona
As part of the December 1st celebration here in Puerto Vallarta, World AIDS Day will be commemorated by The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) Community Center SETAC, where qualified and certified English speaking counselors will be providing free rapid testing.
Tropicasa Realty Announces the New and Improved Investor Invitational
Patrick Harrison
On December 4, Tropicasa Realty will launch an online tool that puts the power of technology into the buyer's hands to make searching for Puerto Vallarta real estate bargains simpler and more time-efficient while offering discounts on air fare and hotels.
IFC Vallarta Home Tours in Full Swing
 pvrpv.com
Admit it or not, we all possess a bit of healthy voyeurism, delighting in the opportunity to see how others live. On the IFC's home tours, held every Wednesday and Thursday through April, visitors can stroll through some of the most beautiful homes in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay.
Becas: A December of Fun and Good Works
 Polly G. Vicars
The leisurely pace of this beautiful city by the sea is palpably quickened every December, especially for Becas Vallarta! On the 1st, Guiterrez Rizo begins its Round-Up for Becas, the Annual Becas Posada is on the 5th at Los Mangos Library and the River Cafe Becas Breakfast is on the 16th.
Tracking the Heartbeat of Banderas Bay
 Banderas Beat with Laura Gelezunas
In this edition of Banderas Beat, Laura introduces us to Sierra del Mar Los Arcos, exclusive condominium residences on the south shores of Puerto Vallarta that offer much more than spectacular views and a new diva in town who'll make you look and feel great.
Puerto Vallarta Film Festival December 2-6
 Alex Gomez
Don't miss the 6th Annual Vallarta Film Festival! Scheduled to take place December 2nd-6th at Cinemark Theater in Plaza Caracol, the 2009 PV Film Fest will feature five consecutive days of full-length films and documentaries from Hollywood and around the world.
Neptune Realtors Now Offers Concierge Services
 Roger Dubois
Redefining superior customer services and wishing to offer exclusive personal assistance facilities to its esteemed customers and guests, Neptune Realtors, the reputable realty agency in Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo, has launched the most resourceful concierge services of all.
Grand Velas Offers Travelers Eco-Tours and Wildlife Packages
 PRWeb
From a Whale Watching Photo Safari in Banderas Bay to a Muyil Forest and Float Tour through the Yucatan's Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, Grand Velas Resorts is offering special packages for guests to see an exotic part of Mexico while enjoying luxurious all-inclusive accommodations.
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