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Canadian Student Helps Kids in Vallarta
 Jessica Cross
When 9-year-old Canadian student Codi Cross heard that many pupils at Emiliano Zapata Kindergarten in Puerto Vallarta could not afford basic school supplies, she led a fundraiser in her school to collect an abundance of supplies, which she delivered personally.
June 9th Friend-Raiser Tickets Still Available
 BanderasNews.com
Tickets are still available for the 2012 Bomberos 'Friend-Raiser.' These unsung heroes deserve our appreciation and support, so join us on Saturday, June 9th from 3 pm to 6 pm for a spaghetti luncheon to honor them for their devotion to the Puerto Vallarta community.
Canadian Playground Headed to Vallarta
 CBCNews.ca
A playground structure in Alberta, Canada is being dismantled this week so it can be shipped to Puerto Vallarta. 'Angels for Mexico', a charitable organization that focuses on improving the quality of life for impoverished people in Mexico, organized the donation.
Democrats Meeting in Vallarta a Success
 Jack Kirkpatrick
Over sixty delegates representing the leadership of the various regions of Democrats Abroad - the Americas, Europe/Africa and Austral/Asia - were present for the organization's International Conference held in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico from May 17-20, 2012.
Vallarta's Own Inspirational Torchbearer
 Pamela Thompson
Today 147 inspirational Torchbearers will carry the Olympic Flame 108.05 miles from Taunton to Bristol, England, including Puerto Vallarta's own Philippa Vernon-Powell. Pamela Thompson tells us some of the reasons why Philippa was duly nominated for this honor.
Democrats Abroad Int'l Convention in Vallarta
 Jack Kirkpatrick
Democrats Abroad, the international arm of the US Democratic Party, is holding its 2012 International Convention May 17th through 20th in Puerto Vallarta. Hosted by Democrats Abroad Mexico, the convention will be headquartered at the Fiesta Americana Hotel.
Los Mangos Library Mexican Fiesta Benefit
 Irene Johnson
Puerto Vallarta's public library, Biblioteca Los Mangos, will hold its 1st Mexican Fiesta on May 19th at 7 pm. You'll enjoy music and dance performances, traditional Mexican food and drinks, Mexican bingo, games, prizes, photo shoots, and more - all for a good cause!
House Hunters International Screening Event
 Polly G. Vicars
Hollywood is coming to Puerto Vallarta on May 28th, as Timothy Real Estate Group presents a local screening of the PV episode of House Hunters International - complete with red carpets, celebrity sightings and live entertainment - to raise money for three Vallarta charities.
PV Firefighters Spaghetti Friend-Raiser
 Gary Green
PV's 2012 Spaghetti Friend-Raiser is scheduled to be held on Saturday, June 9 from 3-6 pm at the Puerto Vallarta Fire Department. Last year's inaugural event attracted over 200 caring residents and visitors and generated nearly $40,000 pesos to support our first-responders.
 Sun, Sea, Sand & Real Estate in Vallarta
 Timothy Real Estate Group
With the House Hunters International local screening and charity fundraising event fast approaching, Timothy Real Estate Group's Taniel Chemsian relates the adventures he shared with the production company and real estate buyers during the show's filming in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Vallarta 'Gives a Hand' to 21 Recipients
 Dave Ganapoler
The 'Give Hope - Give A Hand' event in Puerto Vallarta was a tremendous success! On April 22nd, twenty-one recipients received new prosthetic hands at the Santa Barbara Rehabilitation Clinic, where they also enjoyed food, drink and music - all donated by local businesses.
VYC Junior Sailing Program Fundraiser
 Richard Williams
On Saturday, May 5th, the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta will host its semi-annual fundraiser in support of the Junior Sailing Program. This event is critical to continue providing this unique opportunity to 8 to 14-year-old youths around Banderas Bay.
A Charity Event by Vallarta for Vallarta
 Lourdes Bizarro
On May 6th, some of the best restaurants in the Banderas Bay region will once again team up with the CasaMagna Marriott Resort Puerto Vallarta and US Consular Kelly Trainor to raise money for a variety of local charities at the 8th Annual International Altruism Festival.
2012 SETAC 'Semana Protegida' Campaign a Success
 Paco Arjona
From April 5-7, volunteers from SETAC, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, the Puerto Vallarta Department of Public Health, Comusida, and the CAPASITS HIV clinic reached out to the community by distributing 25,000 free condoms and 300 vouchers for free rapid HIV testing.
PV RiverFest to Celebrate Children's Day
 Pat Foreman
Come celebrate National Children's Day at RiverFest 2012! On Saturday, April 28th from 12-7 pm, El Rio BBQ Bar will host a day of food, fun and friendship to benefit Pasitos de Luz, a day care and rehabilitation center for the special needs children of Puerto Vallarta.
Democrats Abroad Help US Voters Register
 Dee Dee Camhi
Many US citizens live abroad, some one million said to reside here in Mexico alone. Most of us care very much about the wellbeing of our home country and want to stay involved in its political process. Democrats Abroad Mexico can help.
Delightful Season Ending Becas Breakfast
 Polly G. Vicars
On Wednesday, April 18, Coco’s Kitchen will be the scene of the last Becas Breakfast of the season. Becas Vallarta provides scholarships to almost 400 bright young students who have everything one needs to be successful in life, except the money to fund their educations.
SETAC Community Center's Got Milk Project
Javier Gallegos
There is no greater joy for a woman than to have a healthy baby... especially an HIV-positive mother. These mothers are unable to feed their children for fear of passing on the virus that causes AIDS. The Mother's Got Milk Project helps meet this critical need in Puerto Vallarta.
PEACE Teams Up With 'Hand Me Ups'
 PEACE Mexico
Last week the California-based nonprofit organization, 'Hand Me Ups,' visited PEACE in Punta Mita. Hand Me Ups volunteers helped out in many ways, but their trip focused on improvements to PEACE’s Casa Campesina and Alternative School.
Art Expo to Benefit Desembocada Ranchito
 Barbara Peters
On March 30 Galería Vallarta will inaugurate an exhibition of paintings of dogs and cats by Collectivo Condensado. A portion of the proceeds from the silent auction and art sales will benefit Desemboca Ranchito, a civil association dedicated to caring for homeless animals.
IFC End-of-Season Brunch & Fashion Show
 Janie Albright Blank
It has become an International Friendship Club tradition to make their final meeting of the season into a festive farewell event open to members and the public. As with all IFC events, the proceeds benefit the Cleft Palate Surgery Program and other charities.
Q&A on Importing Vehicles to Mexico
 Dino Deramee'
The US Consular Agency of Puerto Vallarta has announced a reservation only town meeting intended to educate the public on Mexican laws regarding the temporary importation of a foreign plated car to Mexico.
Puerto Vallarta Charity Bingo Wrap Party
 Lori Lorenzen
On Tuesday, March 27th from 7-10 pm, Nacho Daddy will be hosting a 'Shake, Rattle & Roll Sock Hop' - a 50's theme party to celebrate the goals reached and the funds raised for six local non-profit organizations at this season's Puerto Vallarta Charity Bingo games.
Is Vallarta's IFC a Club or a Charity?
Janie Albright Blank
Whether it is volunteers manning a booth at Vallarta's weekly Farmers' Market or in a social setting, IFC members are always getting questions about who they are and what they really do. Is it a social organization or a charity? The answer is that the IFC is both.
2012 Becas Vallarta Ball: A Perfect Event
 Polly G. Vicars
According to Dictionary.com, perfection is 'the highest degree of proficiency, skill, or excellence' and 'exactly fitting the need in a certain situation or for a certain purpose.' The 2012 Becas Ball fit both descriptions.
 La Cruz All Star Benefit Concert March 27
 Landon Hollander
On March 27, 2012, Amigos de La Cruz will present an evening of videos and music featuring the premier episode of the Canadian television program 'Travel Secrets - Mexico' which highlights La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, as well as performances by La Cruz's best musicians.
3rd SETAC Duckaton Fundraiser a Success!
 Javier Gallegos
The 3rd Annual Duckaton Fundraising Party was a smashing success with more than 100 attendees enjoying entertainment, food & beverages, watching the go-go boys swim after 265 toy ducks, and waiting to see which of the fabulous prizes, donated by Vallarta businesses, they had won.
Expats in Vallarta March Events
 Sara Wise
For the month of March, Expats in Vallarta will be having their Happy Hour gathering on Tuesday, March 20th at Langostino’s on Los Muertos Beach from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. They will also be having Wine and Appetizer evenings in private homes on March 9th and 23rd.
Rotary Club Jaltemba Bay La Peñita News
 Susana Escobido
All of the latest news from the Jaltemba Bay Rotary Club. Founded in 2008, Rotary Jaltemba Bay La Peñita is made up of local business owners and retirees who volunteer to combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, provide education and job training, and promote peace.
River Cafe to Co-Host Los Mangos Benefit
 Dino Derameé
Looking for a great way to kick-off Saint Patrick's Day? March 17th, The River Cafe will be co-hosting a fundraiser cocktail for the Los Mangos Library with wine, appetizers, and live music. What a great way to get the celebration underway - and all for a great cause!
Breaking News for the 2012 Becas Ball
 Polly G. Vicars
Xiutla Folkloric Ballet founder Professor Enrique Barrios Limón recently confirmed that his fabulous troop of dancers will perform their incredible Bolero de Rabel at the March 9, 2012 Spanish-themed Becas Ball at Raintree's Club Regina in Puerto Vallarta.
University Photo Exhibit: Cuba & Nayarit
 Ramon Frias Frias
A collection of photographs depicting the colorful splendor of Havana, the capital of the Republic of Cuba, as well as the diverse landscapes of the Riviera Nayarit, is now being exhibited at the University of Guadalajara's Centro Universitario de la Costa.
Nuevo Vallarta 2012 Turtle News & Events
 Jim Casey
The Nuevo Vallarta Sea Turtle Preserve will host a liberación of newly hatched Olive Ridley sea turtles on Playa Punta Mita on March 8 at 6:30 pm. On March 15, AMA Mexico and the Nuevo Vallarta Sea Turtle Preserve will host its second fundraising event for this year.
Entreamigos' 4th Children's Art Festival
 BanderasNews
It is fitting that Entreamigos is celebrating its 4th Annual Children's Art Festival and Auction on March 8 with La Loteria Mexicana. What better way to express the good fortune won by the children of San Pancho when Entreamigos opened its doors?
Fiesta 2012 - A 'Taste' of Jaltemba
 Dave Easby
If you have ever been to a 'Taste' event, you know how much fun they can be; sampling food from different establishments. Fiesta 2012 - A Taste of Jaltemba will feature some great food and drink along with a range of local musicians and other entertainers.
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