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It's Purr Project BINGO Season in Puerto Vallarta
 Marilyn Khan
Are you ready for some BINGO? Join us at Margarita Grill on November 6th for a night of fun and games as we kick off the new season of Purr Project BINGO. You'll have a great time while supporting the 200 adorable cats and kittens at Puerto Vallarta's no-kill cat shelter.
Puerto Vallarta Observes Veterans & Remembrance Day
 Dennis A. Rike
In commemoration of Veterans and Remembrance Day, all American, Canadian and Mexican citizens who are in Puerto Vallarta on November 11th are welcome to join Banderas Bay's American Legion Post 14 as they pay tribute to those who gave their lives so the world could live in peace.
The Family Feud - Vallarta Edition for Charity at No Way José!
 Julie Guerrero
On November 2, award-winning Puerto Vallarta restaurant No Way José! will celebrate their season opening with a Day of the Dead party. In addition to food & drink specials and a Catrina contest, you'll enjoy the Vallarta Edition of the classic TV game show, Family Feud!
Travel and Do Something Good with Voluntourism
 Abbie Mood
Voluntourism is growing in popularity. It's a way to travel while 'giving back' to the area that you're visiting. It's an opportunity for those with the desire to do some good, while learning more about the country and its people than you ever would on a sightseeing trip.
Hook the Cure Tournament Returns to Puerto Vallarta
 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Whether you are in search of a quiet relaxing time at the spa or the excitement and adventure of world-class fishing and golf, the Eighth Annual Hook the Cure for Cystic Fibrosis event, scheduled to take place November 7–10, 2013 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, has something for everyone.
Vallarta Saludable: Innovative Solutions for Diabetes
 Suzy 'Stevia' Chaffee
Do you know Mexico recently became the fattest and most diabetic country in the world? Would you like to be a part of a beacon of hope in Puerto Vallarta to prevent a meltdown of its healthcare system? Join Vallarta Saludable in their quest to cut the city's diabetes costs in half.
Vallarta Bomberos 2014 Heroes Calendar Now on Sale
 PVRPV.com
The Puerto Vallarta firefighters and lifeguards turned up the heat at the 2014 Calendar Release Party. The event, held at Encuentros on October 11th, attracted over 200 people and featured appearances by the calendar models, a live auction, and entertainment by Piel Canela.
Retired Priest Helps Vallarta's Poorest Get Education
 Colin MacLean
Last year, Father Eloi Arsenault made a commitment to raise $2,500 for the Volcanes Community Education Project he’s worked every winter since his retirement in 2010. He floored everyone when he returned to Vallarta this year and reported that he'd raised more than $11,000.
2014 Heroes Calendar Launch Party this Friday
 PVRPV.com
Puerto Vallarta firefighters and lifeguards will set off some sparks this Friday, October 11th at Encuentros Pizza Pasta Bar Lounge. Festivities begin at 7 pm and include food & drink specials, live entertainment, photo booth, raffle, mini-auction and appearances by our calendar models.
Ohtli Spa Hosts Cocktail Fundraiser for Grupo Esperanza
 Darlene Carucci
Ohtli Spa at the CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta joins Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a 'Pink Loft' Fundraiser Cocktail Party to 'Celebrate Life' on Saturday, October 26th. Proceeds will be donated to the Esperanza Foundation, an association that supports breast cancer survivors.
Season's First BECAS Breakfast at Vitea November 13th
 Polly G. Vicars
Since their inception, Becas Breakfasts have been raising money to fund the educations of Puerto Vallarta's young people of limited resources. This season's first event will be held on Wednesday, November 13th at the beautiful oceanfront bistro, Vitea. Make plans now to join us!
Encuentros to Host 2014 Heroes Calendar Launch Party
 PVRPV
A group of Puerto Vallarta firefighters and lifeguards are threatening to set off some sparks on Friday, October 11 at Encuentros Pizza Pasta Bar Lounge. Festivities begin at 7 pm with food & drink specials, live entertainment, a raffle, a mini-auction, and appearances by our calendar models.
Post 14 - A Shining Model in Community Involvement
 Minerva Zamora
Although the American Legion's main purpose is 'Veterans helping veterans,' they have also created an important presence in their communities, volunteering their time and expertise to active community improvement projects and funding social endeavors. The Banderas Bay post is no exception.
Banderas Bay Women's Shelter Charity Golf Classic
 Banderas News Team
The Banderas Bay Women's Shelter Annual International Charity Golf Classic is scheduled to be held on January 18, 2014 at the Flamingos Golf course in Nuevo Vallarta. All proceeds will go towards the completion of the Puerto Vallarta area's only safe house for women and children.
Esperanza y Alegria Discusses Breast Cancer in October
 Marie Callan
October is International Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Here in Puerto Vallarta, Esperanza y Alegria and Hospital Amerimed are hosting a series of free discussions that focus on breast cancer treatments and rehabilitation.
 Hair Spray Night 2: Vallarta Hairdressers Against AIDS
 Laura Gelezunas
Check out splashy fashion at Hair Spray Night 2 on October 4, 2013 at Mandala Sky Bar in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Starting at 8 pm, local beauty salons will be strutting their stuff at this annual charity event that supports the many community programs offered at the SETAC Center.
Vallarta Lends a Hand to Manuel's Victims in Acapulco
 Doraliz Terrón Moreno
Puerto Vallarta's DIF and Red Cross have established emergency supply collection centers throughout the city to help support the thousands of victims in Acapulco, Guerrero and in other states throughout the Republic of Mexico that were affected by the passage of Tropical Storm Manuel.
Vallarta DIF Ayudarte Nos Mueve Brigade Visits La Lija
 PuertoVallarta.gob.mx
The Puerto Vallarta Integral Family Development System (DIF), chaired by Magaly Ortiz Fregoso, recently took their 'Ayudarte Nos Mueve' (Helping You Moves Us) Brigade to the La Lija sports stadium, where they offered free social services and counseling to local families in need.
 Vallarta Animal Adoption Campaign Televised on TVC
 NotiVallarta
TVC televised the 'Adopta' campaign held last Saturday at the Municipal Sports Stadium, where at least 20 dogs and cats found forever homes, and PEACEAnimals performed free sterilizations on 98 dogs and cats, proving that Puerto Vallarta is truly 'pet friendly.'
American Legion Post 14 Supports PV Non-Profits
Dennis A. Rike
American Legion Post 14 of Puerto Vallarta has been busy this summer helping many of our local non-profits with weekly maintenance and repair projects, contributing to the community by providing the necessary resources and manpower to improve various institutions in the Banderas Bay area.
Vallarta Conservatory of Mexican Orchids Back on Track
 Bob Price
A vision of the Vallarta Botanical Gardens that has simmered quietly on the back burner for the past few years is suddenly back in the limelight. Longtime donors to the Gardens have now pledged to match contributions to the Vallarta Conservatory of Mexican Orchids dollar for dollar.
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