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Answers to Your Interior Design Questions
 Greg Wolfson Interiors
A former TV Set Decorator, Greg Wolfson is also an Interior Designer specializing in turn-key residential design in Puerto Vallarta, Palm Springs and Los Angeles. Here, he answers your home decor and interior design questions.
 Xocodiva: PV's Premier House of Chocolate
 Gary R. Beck
After enjoying a fabulous dinner during Vallarta Restaurant Week 2011, we strolled over to Ródolfo Gómez and stopped in at Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates, which is open daily from 10 am to 10 pm for people desiring a fantastic chocolate fix.
Old Town Farmers' Market Closing June 4th
 Kathleen Harris
On June 4th Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmer's Market will finish an incredibly successful second season, so be sure and join us to stock up before we close. From November through May over 32,000 customers shopped at the market and 114 vendors showcased their products.
Home Decor: Fresh Prince of Bel Air Sofa
Greg Wolfson
Interior designer Greg Wolfson, who created the sets for 'The Fresh Prince of Bel Air' and dozens of other TV shows and films, answers questions about home decor. Greg Wolfson Interiors specializes in turn-key residential design in Puerto Vallarta, Palm Springs and Los Angeles.
What’s Happening in May at Los Mercados?
 Patrick Harrison
This month, you’ll want to stop by k´rico :) on Saturdays for their “Slices of Heaven” dessert specials, go online and vote what you feel is the “Best of Banderas Bay” and check out a new promotion where you could win your favorite things from Los Mercados!
Vallarta's Farmers' Market Kid Friendly
Erin Stanley
Children especially love the Old Town Farmers’ Market because of its assortment of treasures that appeal to youths. Girls will have fun going through the endless strings of beads and homemade purses while the boys will love the colorfully painted wooden toys and sound makers.
What’s Happening in April at Los Mercados?
 Patrick Harrison
Los Mercados just keeps on adding more items and options to their wide and tasty selection! This month, you’ll want to stop by k´rico :) on Saturdays for their 'Slices of Heaven' dessert specials, check out the new sauces at Mikey’s, plus unleash the artist in you at Fireworks.
Don't Miss This Season's Last Becas Event
 Polly G. Vicars
In order to meet our obligation to bright young students, Becas Vallarta is constantly fund raising. Thus I am reminding all of you that La Leche Restaurant and Liverpool Department Stores are helping us to meet that goal by sponsoring a Becas Brunch and Fashion Show on April 13th.
March Happenings at Los Mercados
 Patrick Harrison
This month, you’ll want to stop on in to Mikey’s and check out their selection of salsas and dips, check out the new shipment of wines at Cork + Bottle or sample the new Los Mercados signature espresso roast coffee.
PuRR Project and Deja New Fashion Show
 Nicole Martin
Kathleen Palmer of Deja New is again teaming up with Purr Project volunteers to raise funds for the local no-kill feline rescue shelter. Join us for lunch and a fun afternoon of fashion at Casa Isabel on March 31 at 1 pm.
New Computer Shop Opens on PV's Southside
 BanderasNews.com
PV Technology Solutions, a new computer store that offers PC and Mac repairs, computer parts and accessories, as well as a knowledgeable English-speaking staff, is now open on the Southside of Puerto Vallarta.
Sid’s Famous Chili at Farmers' Market
 PVNN
Sid’s World Famous Chili will premier at the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmer’s Market on Saturday, January 8th, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, and most Saturdays for the rest of the season.
 Galleria Dante: 15 Years of Art Perfection
 PVNN
In December, Galleria Dante celebrated 15 years since they transformed their successful Italian restaurant of 7½ years, to the gallery. More than 10 artists will be on hand to greet friends and clients at Galleria Dante on Dec 30th, from 6 to 10 pm during the South Side Shuffle.
Christmas Spirit at the Puerto Vallarta Farmer's Market
 Camila Aguirre
Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmer's Market spread festive cheer this year by involving the Market vendors in a "best decorated Christmas table" contest with voters being the customers themselves.
Another Successful Demonstration and Workshop at Miralo
 Rodolfo Rosas & Bud Shafer
Miralo, a studio of art and gifts, is the location where mosaic artist Rodolfo Rosas Hernandez presents his popular monthly free demonstration on stained glass mosaic art.
Artist Carlos Gutiérrez Angulo Exhibition
 PVNN
The Compass Rose Art Shop invites you to their opening gala to spotlight the works of Carlos Gutiérrez Angulo in his solo exhibition of "In The Mirror Of A Pond" December 30 at 7:00 pm.
Only the Finest at Los Mercados
 Gary R. Beck
Los Mercados offers a distinguished approach to shopping on the South Side of Puerto Vallarta. Much like a fine art gallery, upon entering this large building turned into a two-story grouping of fine shops, immediately the visitor sees quality wherever the eyes are drawn.
Galleria Dante
 Vallarta's Largest Art Gallery
Puerto Vallarta’s largest and most eclectic art gallery, Galleria Dante, resides in an old hacienda and sculpture garden on Basilio Badillo in Old Town. Now in its 15th year, this 6000 sq. ft. gallery features original paintings and sculptures by more than 50 Mexican and International artists.
Chocolate: A Truly Historic Treasure
 Kathleen Harris
The history of giving chocolate treasures at Christmas is long and global, from chocolate coins in stockings to chocolate santas and ribbon-wrapped boxes of truffles. This holiday season visit Xocodiva Artisan Chocolates for gifts designed to enchant those on your Christmas list.
Recicla Shop Grand Opening on December 16
 Nicole Swedlow
The Recicla Shop's grand opening will be on December 16 from 6-8 pm at the Entreamigos facility in San Pancho. This fun and free benefit event will include a huge selection of holiday gift items for purchase from the Entreamigos Gallery, local artists and 'like new' items from our new resale store.
New Farmers' Market in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
 Kathleen Dobek
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, north of Puerto Vallarta on the Bay of Banderas, can now add a farmers/craft market to its list of attractions. Held every Sunday from 10 am until 2 pm, it is quickly growing each week, both in increasing numbers of vendors and visitors from the bay area.
Ariel Sainz: Rastros de Una Genesis Exhibition
 PVNN
To kick off the 5th Annual Art Festival of San Pancho, Ariel Sainz, one of the most active interdisciplinary artists in the area, will be exhibiting his new collection of paintings, 'Ratros de una Génesis,' at Bodega 3, Avenida Tercer Mundo #13 on Saturday, December 18th at 6:00 pm.
Old Town Farmers' Market Christmas Gifts & Spirit Galore
 Camila Aguirre
The Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmer's Market has decked the halls for Christmas, so come out and enjoy the excitement. On December 11th and 18th, you'll find a remarkable variety of gifts while enjoying Christmas music and carolers in the Paradise Community Center's palm-studded courtyard.
The Latest Collection of Claudia F. Bremer on Auction
 PVNN
The latest collection of the award-winning, multi-disciplinary artist Claudia F. Bremer will be auctioned at Bähe gallery on Saturday December 18 in the heart of Puerto Vallarta. Bremer´s newest collection includes an array of printmaking in various styles: intaglio, mono type and lithography.
Angeline Kyba Open Studios
 PVNN
Angeline Kyba Fine Art Studio is open to visitors weekdays Mondays to Fridays from 12 to 5 pm. Come, see her work; do something yourselves, a drawing, perhaps; buy a piece of art, commission a portrait - or just enjoy a behind the scenes look at the Art of Mexico.
Discover the Best… All Under One Roof!
 Patrick Harrison
Los Mercados, opening November 30, 2010, will offer the finest collection of fully prepared foods, wine, fresh produce, a paint-your-own pottery studio, pastries & deli items in Banderas Bay!
Farmers' Markets May Be Finding Their Niche in Mexico
 Kent Paterson
Currently located in the Paradise Community Center near the popular Playa de los Muertos, the Old Town Farmers Market represents a departure from the prevailing Mexican market scheme in which consumers buy from intermediaries far removed from the land.
New Resale Shop to Open at Entreamigos in San Pancho
 pvrpv.com
The always innovative Entreamigos, a non-profit community education center in San Pancho, is due to unveil their latest project in a push towards sustainability, a new Resale Shop set for a grand opening on December 16. Proceeds will be used to support education for local children and families.
The Southside Shuffle: A Fun-Filled Event
 Laura Gelezunas
Every other Friday from 6-10 pm, the streets of downtown Puerto Vallarta are bustling with activity and people heading to the Southside Shuffle, a fun-filled event that gives everyone the opportunity to discover the treasures at twelve shops and galleries on Basilio Badillo and Constitución.
Vallarta Old Town Farmer's Market Opens
 Kathleen Harris
The Old Town Farmer's Market opened for the 2010-2011 season on Saturday, November 6th, resplendent with familiar delights and new surprises. The market stalls were beautifully arranged, and the crowd of over 950 shoppers were enthusiastic as they reconnected with friends - and the community.
Lucy's Cucu Cabaña 17th Anniversary Party
 PVNN
Get prepared to have some fun and rock your socks off at Lucy and Gil's seventeenth anniversary bash at Lucy's Cucu Cabaña in Old Town Vallarta on Thursday, November 18, from 6:30 to 9:00 pm.
The South Side Shuffle Starts This Friday
Joe and Claire Guarniere
Starting on November 12th, and continuing every other Friday from 6-10 pm through April 8, 2011, twelve shops and galleries on the south side of Puerto Vallarta will participate in 'The South Side Shuffle,' offering the public free cocktails, culture, conversation and strolling mariachis.
Ray's Consignment Shop: Fun Finds & Friendship on Calle Miramar
 Roberta Rand
Ray Smith's consignment shop on Calle Miramar, just north of the Rio Cuale bridge in downtown Puerto Vallarta, is an amalgam of junk shop, art gallery, lunch counter and Left Bank salon - not necessarily in that order - and PV's most popular destination for thrift-store junkies.
San Pancho Friday Night Art Walks
 Susan Sanborn
Starting November 19th, and continuing every Friday evening along Avenida Tercer Mundo (main street) in San Pancho, art galleries, jewelry stores, Mexican handicraft and Mexican folk art stores along with various restaurants will be participating in the Art Walk from 6 to 8 pm.
Peter Gray Art Museum Seasonal Opening
 Buri Gray
Please save the date of Thursday, November 18 for attending the exciting opening event of the new season for the Peter Gray Art Museum. We'll be hosting an exhibition of the works of 5 International artists from Guadalajara, plus new paintings by Puerto Vallarta's own Meg Munro.
Splurge Art Gallery Presents Artist Marie-Danielle Leblanc
 Tonya Clark
Splurge Art Gallery is proud to host the first Art Show of the 2010-2011 Art Year with artist Marie-Danielle Leblanc on November 18th from 7-9 pm. In her special exhibition, 'Landscapes & Vista' you will see and enjoy how Leblanc transforms places into poetic worlds on a canvas.
Old Town Farmers’ Market Returning for 2nd Season
 Charlotte Semple
One of Banderas Bay's favorite activities is returning for a second fabulous year! The Puerto Vallarta Farmers Market will reopen for the 2010-2011 season on November 6, and continue every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm at the Paradise Community Center on the south side of Vallarta.
Win a $1000 Peso Shopping Spree and More!
 Patrick Harrison
Do you like puzzles? Do you like to shop? Solve this part word finder/part crossword puzzle for your chance to win a $1000 peso shopping spree and a special personalized tour in Puerto Vallarta. This teaser is part of the campaign to launch something Banderas Bay has been waiting for...
Mexico City's Rich Heritage Welcomes Art Lovers
 Ellen Creager
Go ahead and use Diego Rivera as an excuse. Mention murals as the reason you're coming. But get down here right away, art lovers, and soak in the atmosphere of Mexico City, one of the most interesting cities in the world.
PEACE Discount Program Popularity Grows
 Becci Burchett
Local businesses and individuals alike are signing up to participate in a new membership program, created by local non-profit PEACE, in order to receive discounts and give back to local communities in the Banderas Bay area at the same time.
El Centro Histórico: Home of the artWalk
 Carolina Orozco
One of the most important and popular cultural events in Puerto Vallarta, the annual Art Walk, begins its 2010-2011 season on October 27, 2010 and ends on May 25, 2011 with 14 participating galleries offering exhibition/cocktails every Wednesday from 6 until 10 pm.
La Cuiza is Calling All Artists
 Mercedes Sanchez
From October 23-December 3, 2010, La Cuiza Gallery & Bar on the Isla Rio Cuale will be hosting an art show and judged competition for all artists living in the state of Jalisco. Each artist may submit up to 3 original paintings. No photography, watercolors, reproductions or handicrafts will be accepted.
Local Artisan Co-Op Goes Global
 Becci Burchett
Local non-profit, PEACE has recently introduced PEACE Boutique, an online web store featuring a selection of hand-made items made by Manos Unidas por la Mujer, a group of women from the Bay of Banderas that create hand-made artwork made from low cost, recycled materials.
Galleria Dante Fall Newsletter
 Joe and Claire Guarniere
After a busy summer, on October 1st Galleria Dante will reopen its doors for the 15th year in Puerto Vallarta. In commemoration of their 15th Anniversary as Puerto Vallarta’s largest fine art gallery and sculpture garden, they are offering 20, 25 & 30% discounts on artworks through September 30th.
Brunch and Fashion Show at La Hacienda
 Laurie Pedelaborde
On Wednesday, September 22nd at 1 pm, Oooh La La Boutique and Colección La Bohemia will present a brunch and fashion show at La Hacienda Restaurant, Lázaro Cárdenas #388, on the south side of Puerto Vallarta. Tickets cost just $150 pesos and includes a wonderful meal, beverage and a raffle.
Shopping in a Mexican Street Market
 Kathleen Dobek
Mexico's street markets offer a wide variety of kitchen implements and utensils that will add authenticity to your Mexican cooking. During a stroll through the street market in La Cruz, we found enough kitchen wares to stock a cocina mexicana, all reasonable priced, colorful and useful.
Puerto Vallarta Real Estate Market Heats Up
 Debra Stevenson
Summer condominium deliveries are in full swing in Puerto Vallarta! The construction delays of 2009 are over and there are over 9 new developments, including ICON Vallarta, DelCanto, Rivera Molino, Rivera Cuale, 3.14 and Alamar, scheduled for delivery over the summer and early fall.
Selecting Sustainable Seafood
 Kathleen Dobek
How to shop for seafood within the framework of sustainable development is becoming more challenging. How can we make informed, wise decisions that will not deplete the oceans of their bounty, but rather leave enough marine life for future generations?
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