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New Book Unveils Maya 2012 Mystery
 David Simmonds
If you’re like me, you may have been wondering what all the Maya 'it’s-the-end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it' controversy is all about. Fortunately, Jeanine Kitchel has written an engaging and scholarly book just in time to clear up the confusion.
Mexico's Role as Key US Clothing Supplier
 Jonathan Dyson
Signs are emerging that Mexico's clothing industry is reclaiming a growing proportion of the US market. Mexico, which was the United States' largest apparel supplier in 2000, lost a huge share of the US market when China entered the World Trade Organization in 2001.
México World Leader in Silver Production
 Banderas News Team
Last year México produced 4,753 tons of silver despite the low production of the two largest silver mines in the world, making it the largest producer of silver in the world. Silver enjoyed a good year in 2011 with an average ounce price of $35.12 USD.
Over $54,000 Pesos Raised for Los Mangos
 Patrick Harrison
Vallarta’s favorite little plaza for everything delicious is thrilled to announce the tally for their season-long fundraiser in support of our public library, Biblioteca Los Mangos. For the six month drive, patrons of the shops at Los Mercados raised an astounding $54,300 Pesos.
 PV Old Town Farmers Market Season Ends
 Charlotte Semple
The Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural has completed its successful third season in Puerto Vallarta's Zona Romantica. This year's move to the streets of Pino Suarez and Basilio Badillo provided ample room for more shopping, friends, food and family fun!
Season's Last Old Town Farmers Market Day
 Janice Gonzalez
Saturday, May 26 is the last Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmer's Market day of this season. Come rain or shine, the market will be open, so pack an umbrella or wear your beach clothes and come on out from 9:30 am to 2 pm to stock up on all of your favorite local products.
Saturdays at PV's Old Town Farmers Market
Janice Gonzalez
Without a doubt, the 'must do' activity on a Saturday morning is a visit to the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers' Market. In addition to seeing everyone you know, you will experience a bit of sensory overload as you make the circuit of all the goodies being offered.
This Week at PV's Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
The Old Town Farmers Market is one of Puerto Vallarta's most compelling weekend attractions. Here you can meet new friends, say hello to old ones, talk directly to the producers, buy great products, support the local economy, and take part in activities for the whole family.
Galería Coppelia Opens in El Tuito
 Leslie Korn
While there is plenty of shopping in Puerto Vallarta, there are few galleries as eclectic, affordable and as worthy of your time and inspection as Galería Coppelia in el Tuito. The many different arts and crafts items displayed there will surely find their way into your hands.
News from PV's Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
Now in its’ third season, the Old Town Farmers Market provides fresh produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, community education and live entertainment to locals and tourists in Puerto Vallarta. Here's a sampling of what you'll find there every Saturday through the end of May.
Los Mercados Announces Exciting Promotion
 Patrick Harrison
The more you shop the more you save at Los Mercados! From April 20-May 20, spend $1,000 pesos in Cork + Bottle or $500 pesos in any other of the shops at Los Mercados and you'll receive a 10% off card for that store on all future purchases through the end of October.
Shopping at PV's Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
Every week at Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers Market, local people with secret family recipes and small businesses with unique products offer their goods directly to the public. Check it out every Saturday from 9:30 am to 2 pm through the end of May.
What's Happening in April at Los Mercados?
Patrick Harrison
Don’t miss Banderas Bay’s favorite little plaza for everything delicious! In April, stop by Los Mercados for k’ rico:)'s dessert plate special, Mikey’s sale on butcher meats, 15% off red wine blends at Cork+Bottle and a wide variety of Mother’s Day presents at FireWorks.
This Week at PV's Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
Every Saturday from 9:30 am to 2 pm through the end of May, you'll find a wide range of freshly prepared foods, and unique natural products and handcrafted items at the Old Town Farmers' Market on the South side of Puerto Vallarta.
What’s Happening in March at Los Mercados?
 Patrick Harrison
Don’t miss Banderas Bay’s favorite little plaza for everything delicious! In March, stop by Los Mercados for Mikey's butcher quality meats, 15% off chardonnays at Cork+Bottle, k’ rico :) homemade jams, and check out the new selection of paint at FireWorks pottery studio.
News from the Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
Every Saturday from 9:30 am to 2 pm through the end of May, you'll find a wide range of locally grown vegetables, 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.
Mata Ortiz Pottery Event at FireWorks
 Patrick Harrison
On March 1, Claudia Lovera and Alex Martinez, owners of The Mata Ortiz Art Gallery in Puerto Vallarta, will be discussing what collectors and novices should look for when purchasing a piece of Mata Ortiz Pottery, at Banderas Bay’s own Paint-Your-Own Pottery Studio; FireWorks.
What’s Happening in February at Los Mercados?
 Patrick Harrison
Don’t miss Vallarta’s favorite little plaza for everything delicious! This month, stop by k’ rico :) and try their new chocolate truffles, and Mikey’s introduces bagels from Vallarta Bagel World and 3 compound butters, free with the purchase of any of their select fresh meats.
This Week at the Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
Unique handcrafted items, freshly baked goods, specialty foods, and a wide range of locally grown vegetables for the sampling... Where else can you find all of this but at the Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers' Market every Saturday from 9:30 am to 2 pm?
News from the Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
The Old Town Farmers Market is one of Puerto Vallarta's most compelling weekend attractions. Here you can meet new friends, say hello to old ones, talk directly to the producers, buy great products, support the local economy, and take part in activities for the whole family.
Lago Real Plaza Shopping Mall Expanded
 Harold Sokolove
It keeps getting harder and harder to justify making a shopping trip into PV if you reside or vacation in the Northshore area of the Bahía de Banderas. Little by little, more shopping opportunities are moving out to the populated areas north of the Big City, Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta Old Town Farmers Market News
 Janice Gonzalez
Now in its’ third season, the Old Town Farmers Market provides local fresh farm produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing, community education and live entertainment to locals and tourists in Puerto Vallarta. Here's a sampling of what you'll find there...
Abelardo Favela at Galeria Contempo Dec 30
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As part of this week's Southside Shuffle, Galeria Contempo presents the works of Abelardo Favela at an opening reception on December 30, 2011, from 6 to 10 pm. Favela's exhibition at this popular Puerto Vallarta art gallery gives everyone another opportunity to own some of the most contemporary art coming out of Mexico today.
Mikey's Deli: The History of the Sandwich
 Gary R. Beck
One of the most popular types of food is the sandwich, and there are many ways to make one. The Vietnamese make Bánh mì, a mixture of meat, paté, spices and vegetables. Here in Vallarta, you can enjoy this unusually delicious sandwich at Mikey's Fine Foods and Deli.
Gifts & Stocking Stuffers at Xocodiva
 Kathleen Harris
Offering a wide variety of hand-rolled truffles, gourmet nuts, bars and other tasty treats for the holiday gift-giving season, Xocodiva has been hard at work creating new items for that perfect gift, stocking stuffer or special something just for you.
Old Town Farmers Market Officially Open
 Kathleen Harris
On Saturday December 10th, city officials, tourists and local residents were on hand for the ribbon cutting ceremony to launch the Old Town Farmer's Market - Tianguis Cultural in its' new location on Pino Suarez street between B. Badillo and V. Carranza on Vallarta's South side.
 Tin Christmas Trees & Decorations at BBTC
 Laura Gelezunas
If you still haven't decorated your home for the holidays, be sure to stop in Banderas Bay Trading Company and check out their selection of traditional tin trees and handmade Christmas ornaments during this week's Vallarta South Side Shuffle on Friday, December 16 from 6-10 pm.
June Rosen Lopez Holiday Jewelry Party
 BanderasNews.com
On Sunday, December 18th from 2 to 8 pm, June Rosen Lopez will open her south side Puerto Vallarta home and gallery for her 11th Annual Holiday Jewelry Party. June creates classic jewelry pieces that never go out of style and at the same time are affordable and wearable.
Los Mercados for All Your Holiday Needs
Patrick Harrison
Vallarta’s favorite one-stop-shop is the perfect place to help you celebrate the season! This month, stop by Los Mercados and check out their array of holiday goodies. From gift ideas to helping you throw the perfect holiday party, count on Los Mercados to have what you need.
Old Town Farmers Market – New Home & New Hours
 Mark McCoy
It has been a 2 year process to find a new home for Vallarta's Old Town Farmers' Market that opened on March 27, 2010. But it has now found a permanent home. Beginning Dec. 10 the Market will be open from 9:30 to 1 pm on Pino Suarez Street between B. Badillo and V. Carranza.
CRATE Interiors Designers Track Trends
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Puerto Vallarta based interior designers from CRATE travelled to market weeks in Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Houston last month to track the latest decor trends. The team travels regularly to international trade fairs, always returning to Banderas Bay with new furnishings ideas.
PV Southside Shuffle Resumes November 11
 BanderasNews Team
Starting November 11th, the streets of Puerto Vallarta's Zona Romantica will be bustling with activity every other Friday from 6 to 10 pm, as locals and tourists alike head out to do the Southside Shuffle, a two block party on Basilio Badillo and Constitución.
Old Town Farmers Market Opens to a Crowd
 Kathleen Harris
On Saturday, November 5th the Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural opened for the season in its’ new location at the kindergarten El Jardin de Niños Emiliano Zapata. A crowd of over 1400 locals and tourists attended – a 50% increase over last years’ opening.
Sunday Market in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
 Live Punta Mita
Sunday, October 30, was the opening day of the La Cruz de Huanacaxtle open-air market. Open Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm, the market is located next to the Fish Market at the northeast end of the Riviera Nayarit La Cruz Marina, and everything sold is local and sustainable.
2011-2012 Puerto Vallarta Art Walk Season
 BanderasNews Team
Art lovers can explore numerous artistic offerings during the Puerto Vallarta Art Walk, a self-guided tour of galleries with cocktail exhibitions on Wednesdays from 6-10 pm. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics and jewelry are featured at this year’s PV Art Walk, through May 30, 2012.
Old Town Farmers Market Begins 3rd Season
 Pamela Beltran
The Old Town Farmers Market / Tianguis Cultural, a 'producer only' market where all products are made, baked, grown and sold by vendors who live within 50 kilometers of Puerto Vallarta, is starting it's third season at 10 am on November 5 in a new location on PV's South side.
The Best Way to Shop in Puerto Vallarta
 Barbara Peters
Now you can easily find everything your heart desires by going to your computer and visiting the new online Puerto Vallarta Shopping Directory. You will find locations, contact information, hours, and a description of each shop's service or products, plus links to their websites.
Los Mercados Supports Los Mangos Library
 Patrick Harrison
Vallarta’s favorite one-stop-shop for everything delicious has now re-opened for their 2nd season and in celebration, each store at Los Mercados will donate 10% of its sales on a certain day of the week to support Puerto Vallarta’s public Library, Biblioteca Los Mangos.
Old Town Farmers' Market Has a New Home
 Kathleen Harris
On October 8th the Puerto Valalrta Old Town Farmer’s Market–Tianguis Cultural began a new and exciting relationship with El Jardin de Ninos Emiliano Zapata. The school, located on the west side of Pino Suarez, will be part of the Market’s new home when it opens on November 5.
Jenny McGill's Last Book Now Available
 Denise Derameé
Thanks to the efforts of Jenny's beloved husband Howard and a few dozen of the McGills’ many friends, Jenny McGill's last book, 'Tales from the Sierra Madre, including The Woman in the Trunk,' is now available at Amazon.com - and right here in Puerto Vallarta.
Banderas Bay Trading Company Summer Sale
 Laura Gelezunas
Whether you've just bought a new home in Puerto Vallarta or are thinking about redecorating, you'll find unique and unusual interior design and home decór items on sale at Banderas Bay Trading Company. This summer they're offering 10 to 20% discounts throughout the store.
What’s Happening in July at Los Mercados?
 Patrick Harrison
Vallarta’s favorite one-stop-shop for everything delicious will be taking a much-needed summer break. Los Mercados will be closed August 1 and re-opening October 13, so this month you’ll want to stock-up on your favorite things to get you through the summer.
Don’t Sweat it... Stay Cool this Summer!
 PVRPV Staff
Bill Kelly & Alejandro Ramirez have brought the "coolest" invention to the Banderas Bay area that's perfect for our sultry summers - beautiful, fabric scarves that contain embedded crystals that magically expand into a comforting, cool gel when immersed in cold water.
Banderas Bay Trading Co. Clearance Sale
 BanderasNews.com
Starting on June 15, 2011, Banderas Bay Trading Company in Old Town Puerto Vallarta is offering discounts between 10 and 20 percent throughout the store. Select from metal and Talavera lamps, mirrors, framed and stone pieces, saints, niches, and more.
Modern Home Makeover in 10 Easy Steps
 Greg Wolfson Interiors
Looking for some quick tips and general ideas about how to make your house feel a little more 'Today'? Interior and Set Designer Greg Wolfson shares some ideas on converting your place into a modern living experience.
What’s Happening in June at Los Mercados?
 Patrick Harrison
This month, stop by Mikey’s and check out their wide selection of fresh salads, drop in to k’ rico :) for their 2-for-1 yummy pastries, and check out a new type of Argentinean wine at Cork + Bottle - all under one roof at Los Mercados.
Bucerías Farmers Market Needs Your Support
 Judi Conrad
Open on Saturdays from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, the new Farmers' Market in Bucerías opened its doors about a month ago. Now, just three weeks after getting started, they are struggling to keep the vendors.
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