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Splurge Art Gallery Relocates to a Bigger Home
 Tonya Clark
After a very successful first year Splurge Art Gallery is pleased to announce that it is relocating to a larger gallery space in Las Palmas Bucerias, Nayarit, Mexico at the beginning of October. The new gallery space will provide additional room for exhibitions, workshops & educational programs.
Deja New Clothing Party in Marina Vallarta Aug 28
 Estelle Eisen
On Saturday, August 28th from 1-4 pm, Kathleen will be holding another Deja New Clothing Party at Wendy's place in Marina Vallarta. Come shop, and/or consign your unwanted shoes, accessories, jewelry & clothing in support of The Bucerías Children's Christmas Program.
Jewelry Party at Liana's SazOn!
 Alex Duarte
Looking for silver-plated or 24k gold-plated jewelry made in México, cut crystal jewelry and one-of-a-kind rosaries? Stop by Liana's SazOn! Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta on August 12th from 4-6 pm for the first-ever Cristalex jewelry party.
 A Short History of Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers' Market
 Rick Hepting
Meet Charlotte Semple, the founder and Director of the Puerto Vallarta Farmers' Market who, along with Carole Fast, also owns Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates. Charlotte was the driving force behind the creation of this market, which has become a must-do activity on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm.
Deja New Clothing Party at Casa del Angel
 Pamela Thompson
On Saturday, July 24th from 2-6 pm, Robin and Kathleen will be holding a Clothing Party at Casa del Angel, just up the hill from Vista Grill at 171 Hortencias on the south side of Puerto Vallarta. This is the perfect opportunity to shop, and/or consign your unwanted clothing, shoes & accessories.
PVRPV Supports Puerto Vallarta Little League with T Shirt Contest
 Bob Cohen
PVRPV's 'Show Us Your T-Shirt' photo contest gives everyone a chance to win fabulous prizes, while supporting a worthy cause. Don't have a PVRPV T-shirt? They cost just $90 pesos and 100% of all proceeds will benefit the Puerto Vallarta Little League.
Banderas Bay Trading Company Moving Sale
 PVNN
Owners Peter and Tari Bowman are putting all of their eggs back into one big basket. Banderas Bay Trading Company is moving all of their inventory into The Annex, so starting June 22nd, everything that's left at the original location at Lazaro Cardenas #263 will be discounted by 40-50%.
Planeta Indigena - A New Indigenous Awareness Center to Open in Fall of 2010 in Sayulita, Mexico
 Bonnie Metzger
This fall, the small pueblo of Sayulita Nayarit, popular for its surfing and restaurants, will also be home to Planeta Indígena - a new Indigenous Awareness Center that will focus on international indigenous cultural exchange, women's education and more.
Seproe Launches Mi Tienda Program in Jalisco
 PVNN
According to a recent article in the Guadalajara Reporter, the Jalisco Economic Promotion Department (Seproe) is giving 'Mom & Pop' stores a helping hand through the development of a new program called 'Mi Tienda,' which was designed to make traditional corner stores more modern and competitive.
 Where to Find Hand-Rolled Cigars in Puerto Vallarta
 David Olvera
Meet Poncho, the manager of the Vallarta Cigar Factory, who guides us through the process of making cigars, explains the different lines of cigars offered at both of their Puerto Vallarta locations, how to find the perfect cigar for you, and how cigars can be paired with food, wine, or beer.
A Grocery Shopping Adventure in Bucerías, or Who Put Lips in My Tacos?
 Kathleen Dobek
When one is grocery shopping in Mexico, each town has a unique flavor, and Bucerías is no exception. Exploring its little stores can provide an entertaining morning. Just take a shopping bag and your Spanish-English dictionary, and you'll be rewarded with food items you may not have seen before.
Huichol Art at Artensanias Watakame
 Pamela Thompson
Though there are approximately 15,000 to 20,000 Huichol Indians living in the northern part of the states of Nayarit and Jalisco, I never really knew much about the Huicholes and their art. But after meeting Hilda, the owner of Artensanias Watakame in Puerto Vallarta, my eyes were certainly opened!
Save 20-30% at Galleria Dante This Summer
 Claire Guarniere
Many Puerto Vallarta business owners agree that new tourism may have been down this high season, but many part-time residents returned to furnish and decorate their homes. Still have some work to do? Call Galleria Dante to view art works by many of our artists who will be offering summer discounts.
Luxury Boutiques Introduce PEACE Products
 Emily L'Hoist
PEACE, a Banderas Bay area nonprofit organization established in 2005, has recently partnered with high-end Puerto Vallarta boutiques Cielito Lindo Collections and El Bańo de Maria, exposing their handmade, 100% recyclable products along side iconic luxury items.
T. Fuller Fine Art Presents Gran Maestro de México, Ángel Santos Juárez
 Lynn Auch
On April 16th, Gran Maestro de Mexico Angel Santos Juarez will present a lecture on his exquisite pottery and its contribution to contemporary Mexican ceramics at T. Fuller Fine Art Gallery in Puerto Vallarta, featuring approx. 30 new ceramic pieces created specifically for this exhibit.
Oscar Capeche Sale at Galleria Dante
 Claire Guarniere
The recent 8.8 earthquake in Chile was the worst natural disaster to strike the country in 50 years. For the month of April 2010, Chilean artist Oscar Capeche will be offering a 50% discount on his works at Galleria Dante to raise funds for the families that were affected by the devastation.
Vallarta Welcomes Old Town Farmers Market
 PVNN
From 10 am to 1 pm every Saturday, rain or shine, you will find a wide range of locally grown vegetables, including certified organic produce, flowers and plants, as well as fresh baked goods, specialty foods and handcrafted items at the Old Town Farmers' Market on the south side of Vallarta.
OndadeMar Boutique Opens in Vallarta
 PVNN
One of the world's most recognized and exclusive swimwear brands, OndadeMar, is opening its second boutique in Mexico right here in Puerto Vallarta! On March 27 OndadeMar will celebrate its Grand Opening in Galerias Vallarta at 7 pm, followed by a cocktail and fashion show at Punto V at 9 pm.
Spotlight On Vallarta: Over 5000 sq ft of Fine Mexican Art at Gallery Indigena
 SF Productions
In this edition of Spotlight on Vallarta, host David Tarr takes us on a tour of Gallery Indigena, where you'll find hundreds of examples of the best in authentic Mexican folk art - from intricate beaded Huichol art and Katrinas to Mata Ortiz pots and Talavera pottery dishes and tiles.
Better Than E-Bay Becas Ball Silent Auction
 Polly G. Vicars
Trips to exotic locals in Mexico, meals in 5 star restaurants, original art, exquisite objects de art... these are some of the items you can bid on at the Becas Ball on March 11. There are over 30 fabulous prizes for you to bid on between your dining and dancing from 6:30 until 10 pm.
Nautical Extravaganza: Latin America Boat Show
 nauticalextravaganza.com
The Latin America Boat Show will be held for the second time in Mexico, from the 11th to 15th of March in Riviera Nayarit. The event will be held at Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz, showcasing more than 120 vessels and covering all segments and areas of interest for boating enthusiasts.
Tropicasa Realty's Art and Design Event
 Patrick Harrison
Make sure to reserve Saturday, March 13 from 10 am to 6 pm for the marriage of art and design against a backdrop of amazing views of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay that has become such a popular event - Tropicasa Realty's monthly 'Celebration of Art and Design' at Los Altos Villas.
Cherie Sibley Artists' Workshop Exhibition
 PVNN
Cherie Sibley Artists' Workshop Exhibition, featuring works by Cherie and 12 of her workshop artists, will be held at Paseo del Marlin 114 in Las Gaviotas on Saturday, February 27th, from 2–5 pm. Wine and appetizers will be served.
Judith Ewing Morlan Opens at Galeria Uno
 Pamela Thompson
Artist Judith Ewing Morlan, a Vallarta resident for the past twenty years, has been on a painting sabbatical for the past couple of years. She returns with an opening at Galeria Uno on Friday, February 19 beginning at 6 pm with a panorama of her latest work.
Artist Bill Megrail and the Peter Gray Art Museum to Team Up for a Fabulous Art Event
 Jerry Lafferty
The Peter Gray Art Museum will feature the work of local artist Bill Megrail on February 24. The event is open to the public free of charge, with wine and other beverages along with light fare to be offered as you tour Bill Megrail's recent work along with the museum's permanent collection.
Casa Alexandra Art & Jewelry Exhibition
 Marcella Castellanos
On Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 from 4-7 pm, Casa Alexandra will be hosting a late afternoon Art and Jewelry Exhibition. Stop by to see an amazing collection of nearly 200 paintings and custom designed exotic jewelry at affordable prices! Wine and hors d’oevres will be served.
Arts for the Sea Turtles of Banderas Bay
 Linda Frakes
This year's Arts for the Turtles fundraiser, scheduled to take place on February 25th at Bahía del Sol and Ocean Terrace in Nuevo Vallarta, will offer original paintings, cards, jewelry, textile arts, metal art and T-shirts. Event proceeds will support the Nuevo Vallarta Sea Turtle Preserve.
Lökös Paintings Sales Providing Becas Vallarta Scholarships
 Polly G.Vicars
On Saturday, February 20, 2010 from 11 am to 6 pm, Inge Lökös, the widow of internationally known abstract artist Stefan Lökös, is hosting an open house that will make it possible for collectors, as well as first timers, to own a "Stefan Lökös!" 10% of proceeds will be donated to Becas Vallarta.
Popular Event to Become a Monthly Celebration of Art and Design
 Patrick Harrison
Make sure to reserve February 13 for a very special event of art and design. Tropicasa Realty has taken works from some of Vallarta's most beloved artists and moved them out of the gallery and into showcase units of Los Altos Villas, a beautiful new development in the hills of 5 de Diciembre.
A New Era in 'Earth-Friendly' Refrigeration Comes to Banderas Bay
 Max Toledo
A new era in 'earth-friendly' refrigeration comes to Banderas Bay with the launch of a new company, Refrigerante Naturales del Pacifico. Now you can cool your Puerto Vallarta area home or business with sustainable natural refrigerants, while saving up to 30% in energy costs.
Own a Treasured Painting by Stefan Lökös, Early Master Artist of Puerto Vallarta
 Polly G. Vicars
A one-time opportunity just opened for art lovers worldwide! Inge Lökös the widow of internationally known abstract artist, Stefan Lökös, is offering an online website that will make it possible for collectors, as well as first timers, to own a Stefan Lökös!
Ortega Show at Corazon Gallery Fine Folk Art in San Pancho Jan 30
 Ed Schwarz
Corazón, San Pancho’s fine folk art gallery, will present a special, one-night only showing of the works of the famous Ortega family, with a wine and cheese reception for Gerardo Ortega, present head of the family, from 6 pm to 8 pm, Saturday, January 30th.
Vallarta Artists Open Studios Jan 23-24
 PVNN
Vallarta artists Angeline Kyba, Javier Nińo, Ireri Topete, Cathy von Rohr, Fernando Sanchez, Cecilia Bojorquez, Edward Alexandre and Ruben Cham will be holding Estudios Abiertos (opening their studios to the public) on January 23rd & 24th from 10 am to 10 pm.
Hotel des Artistes Expands for High Season Hosts Area’s First Art Walk, Debuts a New CRATE Interiors Gallery and a Full Service Spa
 Debra Stevenson
This month, Hotel des Artistes, the leading surf destination condo hotel in Punta de Mita, co-hosts the area's first Art Walk, expands its on-property amenities with a full service spa and welcomes the CRATE Interiors Gallery to its lobby.
Drawn Together in Yelapa
 H. Holt Sauvé
Combine 97 years of jungle painting experience between 5 Artists and what you get is the show currently running at Yelapa's Hotel Lagunita Gallery. Curator Nicola Weston tells us that she chose these artists because they share a love for Yelapa's creative, though remote, environment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mijo! Brands Launches Beach Concierge
 Daniel Gomez
Mijo! Brands has launched Beach Concierge in Puerto Vallarta. The full service, private, concierge-services company is dedicated to providing its local and visiting clients with a full roster of services focused on making life luxuriously simple.
Key Trends Emerge for Mexico's Home Decor Market
 PVNN
Celebrity decorator Steve Oratowski and Debra Stevenson of Puerto Vallarta based CRATE Interiors attended The World Market Center in Las Vegas this month, featuring over 5.1 million square feet of furniture space under one roof.
2009–2010 Puerto Vallarta Art Walk
 PVNN
Every October kicks off the official opening of the Puerto Vallarta "art season," and this year's Viejo Vallarta Art Walk, which begins on October 28th, promises to be the best ever, with art galleries and events spotlighting local and internationally known artists.
Crate Interiors & Rio Amapas Featured in CNN Expansion/Obra Magazine
 Debra Stevenson
On newsstands now, an extensive article on Rio Amapas, the ground-breaking eco development in Puerto Vallarta conceived by Claudio Javelly. Ron Morgan of Timothy Fuller & Associates Real Estate is the listing agent, and was interviewed for the article.
Connectiles Art Exhibition Opens June 26
 PVNN
Canadian artist Kevin Harney's first solo art exhibition, 'Connectiles - Todo esta Conectado,' opens at the Haus der Kunst puente del arte contemporáneo Proyectos gallery, located at Guerrero 339 in downtown Puerto Vallarta, on Friday, June 26 at 9 pm.
Te Lo Aveva Detto Io! at Sol y Luna
 John Bray
Don't miss the new art exhibition at Sol y Luna Contemporary Art Gallery 'Te lo aveva detto io' opening this Wednesday March 25th with a wine reception from 6-10 pm and snacks served by two wonderful neighboring restaurants, JapaNice and Caio Tres.
Sol y Luna Art Galleries
 Contemporary & Art for the Uninhibited
Art dealer Alejandro Baez brings his art education and expertise to the PV art scene by highlighting a collection of works by international and Mexican artists at his two Puerto Vallarta art galleries, Sol y Luna Contemporary Art & Art for the Uninhibited.
Sexy and Stylish Swimwear for REAL Women
 Laura Gelezunas
If you've ever thought it impossible to find sexy, stylish and fun swimwear for REAL women, think again! Curvas Peligrosas in Puerto Vallarta has a wide selection of quality swimsuits sizes 8 to 40, so curvy gals can stroll down the beach in style!
Artists in Residence at Galleria Dante
 Gena Guarniere
As part of Galleria Dante's seasonal "artists in residence" program, the talented husband and wife team, Juana Cortez and Oscar Solis, will be painting in the garden at Galleria Dante on the south side of Puerto Vallarta from January 27th-29th.
Searching for Clay Crafts
 Laura Gelezunas
It's no wonder that Banderas Bay Trading Company and The Annex are renowned for Mexican folk art and handicrafts. Puerto Vallarta home décor store owners Peter and Tari Bowman travel all over Mexico in search of one-of-a-kind decorative objects.
Bargains Galore! 25% Discount on Everything in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
 Jim Scherrer
The effects of the global financial crisis are finally being felt in Puerto Vallarta. However, for US visitors and those of us living here that are still holding a few US Dollars, almost all goods and services in Mexico just went on sale!
Galleria Dante 20th Anniversary Sale
 Joe & Claire Guarniere
On December 21st, 1988 Joe & Claire Guarniere opened their first business together in Puerto Vallarta. To show their appreciation of the community's support, Galleria Dante is offering a 20% discount on their entire inventory of art until January 1st.
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