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 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.
Riviera Nayarit: a Pristine Destination
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
On December 3 and 4, 2011, a team of 45 professional volunteer divers cleaned up the ocean floors, while the community participated in beach cleanups in Rincon de Guayabitos, Los Ayala and La Peñita de Jaltemba, three of Riviera Nayarit's popular vacation destinations.
 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.
RISE Cookbook Launch Party at River Café
 BanderasNews Team
To celebrate the release of the 2012 Children of the Refugio Cookbook, The River Café is hosting a launch party on Sunday, December 18th from 3-5 pm. Come help us celebrate the publication of this bilingual cookbook, and get your copy in time for the holidays!
Two Christmas Feasts at Daiquiri Dick's
 Laura Gelezunas
Two nights of exquisite holiday dining at Daiquiri Dick's, a staple of the Puerto Vallarta dining scene. The staff invites you to be part of their family during this festive time of year, and to enjoy the 'very merry' dinner menus they'll be serving on December 24 and 25th.
Hawaiian Luau for PEACE at Sea Monkey
 Becci Burchett
Our friends over at Sea Monkey are doing it again... they are hosting yet another fun fundraiser for PEACE programs. On Friday, December 16 from 6-10 pm, you'll enjoy a Hawaiian Luau, complete with a pig roast and two cocktails for $500 pesos. All proceeds benefit PEACE.
SS Vallarta Holiday Posada December 17
 Patrick Harrison
Everyone's invited to a traditional Mexican Posada, complete with the Virgin Mary on her burro seeking shelter, piñatas, food stands, music and more, on Saturday, December 17 from 6 pm to 12 midnight on Calle Francisca Rodríguez on the south side of Puerto Vallarta.
SETAC's CAPASITS Clinic Posada Toy Drive
 Javier Gallegos
On December 20th, SETAC is once again sponsoring a Christmas posada at the CAPASITS Clinic for families affected by HIV/AIDS, and with your help they'll put smiles on the kids' faces with gifts of toys and candies delivered by Santa Claus and the SETAC Condoneras.
Becas Vallarta Ends 2011 on High Notes
 Polly G. Vicars
Between the season's first Becas Breakfast at Vitea and school tour of Pesquera Jr High, Jacobo High and UNIVA in November, and December beginning with a fantastic Posada and ending with Breakfast at La Palapa on the 14th, Becas Vallarta is ending 2011 on high notes.
Gala Christmas Concert at Teatro Vallarta
 BanderasNews.com
Come meet Santa Claus at 8:30 pm on December 22 at Teatro Vallarta, and join him for a Gala Christmas Concert starring the very popular Mexican Tenor Jorge Jimenez, along with the Philharmonic Group of Guadalajara and Mariachi Joya de México.
Los Mangos Library Fundraiser at NWJ!
 Patrick Harrison
No Way José!, recently named Vallarta’s "Best Overall Restaurant," and "The Best Moderate Restaurant," invites you to join them on Wednesday, December 21 from 5:00–7:30 pm for a very festive holiday evening to help raise funds for Los Mangos Library.
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.
3 Artists Open at Galleria Dante Dec 16
 Gena Guarniere
On Friday, December 16 from 6-10 pm, during this week's South Side Shuffle, a cocktail reception will open art exhibits by international artists Ute Hagen, Javier Zepeda and Linda Kauffmann at Galleria Dante, Basilio Badillo #269 in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone.
Hollywood Movie Filming in Punta Mita
 Live Punta Mita
According to LivePuntaMita.com, Jodie Foster and Matt Damon are in Punta de Mita filming 'Elysium,' an American science fiction film written and directed by Neill Blomkamp that's scheduled to be released by Sony Pictures on March 1, 2013.
Democrats Abroad Tuesday Films: Inside Job
 David Kamp and Judy Snow
The Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas Chapter will present a screening of the important documentary film 'Inside Job' Tuesday night at 7:00 pm at Paradise Community Center on the South side of Puerto Vallarta. Doors open at 6 pm with food and refreshments available.
Javier Niño Mural Presented at PV Airport
 Visit Puerto Vallarta
'Allegory,' a 5-panel mural by one of Puerto Vallarta's most significant artist, Javier Niño, has been installed in the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, where it will be presented to the public on December 14th at 5 pm.
Toronto Veterinarian Volunteers at Purr Project
 Julie Bunker
On her Riviera Nayarit vacation last month, Toronto Veterinarian Kim Greener again volunteered to help out at the PuRR Project no-kill feline rescue shelter. This time she spent two days with vet tech Amanda performing spay/neuter surgeries on kittens rescued over the summer.
This Week at Paradise Community Center
 Ric Lehman
High season is in full-swing at Puerto Vallarta's Paradise Community Center! This week's line-up includes a Democrats Abroad Movie Night, several shopping opportunities, and lots of classes for fun and fitness.
ExPats in Vallarta Upcoming Events
 Sara Wise
ExPats in Vallarta has announced their upcoming schedule of social gatherings. Happy Hours will be on December 13th and January 3rd at Langostinos, on Los Muertos Beach. Wine and Appetizer evenings are planned for December 16th, January 5th and 13th in private homes.
Dec. 12: Last Night of Guadalupe Festival
 About Puerto Vallarta
Every year from December 1-12 the streets of Puerto Vallarta come alive with Our Lady of Guadalupe religous processions and festivities. The celebrations culminate on December 12th with 'Peregrinaciones' to the Church of Guadalupe in El Centro all day, and night, long.
160th Anniversary of Puerto Vallarta's Founding
 Kathleen Harris
December 12, 2011 marks the 160th anniversary of the founding of Las Peñas de Santa Maria de Guadalupe, known today as Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. To commemorate the date, the city council will hold a special session in the central courtyard of the Mayor's office at 5 pm.
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.
6th Annual Pet Picnic a Howling Success
 Laura Gelezunas
There was a lot of clowning around at Daiquiri Dick's 6th Annual Pet Picnic. On December 3, 2011, happy people and their pets had a tail-wagging good time while raising over $12,000 pesos for local non-profit PEACE and their Banderas Bay area spay and neuter clinics.
Old Town Farmers Market Official Opening
 Charlotte Semple
The long awaited opening of Vallarta's Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural on the street will take place this Saturday. The community is invited to join vendors and local officials for the ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30 am on the corner of Calle Pino Suarez and B. Badillo.
Tourists Surveyed About Vallarta's New Malecon
 Lourdes Martinez
In interviews with La Tribuna de la Bahia, tourists who frequently visit Puerto Vallarta say they find the new Malecón much more attractive and pedestrian friendly than the previous one, and describe it as 'very nice,' in both architectural and landscape design.
The Palm Welcomes Back Kim Kuzma & Joanna
 Tracy Parks
Kim Kuzma, the very popular Canadian singer who has become a favorite among Vallartenses, returns to The Palm in December along with the always funny Joanna, 'The Gal with a Gazillion Voices,' another Vallarta favorite who keeps the crowds coming back for more each year.
SETAC Tests 403 Vallartenses on World AIDS Day
Javier Gallegos
From November 30 through December 3, 2011, SETAC GLBT Community Center, in collaboration with COMUSIDA, Jalisco's Secretary of Health and Pitillal's City Hall, offered free HIV testing to Puerto Vallarta citizens. 403 people were tested, of which only 3 were reactive.
Tuesday Malecón Sculpture Walking Tours
 Sandra Cesca
The highly popular free Malecón Sculpture Walking Tours, created and conducted by Galería Pacifico owner Gary Thompson, are again happening on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, beginning at the Millennium sculpture in front of the Rosita Hotel in downtown Puerto Vallarta.
Vallarta's Whale Watching Season Opens Dec 8
 BanderasNews Team
Puerto Vallarta offers many exciting ecological tours, but nothing compares to the thrill of whale watching on Banderas Bay. Vallarta's 2011-2012 whale watching season officially opens on December 8th. Learn what you can do to enjoy the activity responsibly.
PV Orchestra School Christmas Concerts
 Francisco Juárez
The Puerto Vallarta Orchestra School will perform 'A Classic Christmas' concert at Teatro Vallarta on Sunday, December 11 at 12 pm. The program, sponsored by Via Cultural AC, will include seven pieces and conclude with holiday musical favorites.
What a Night at the Peter Gray Art Museum
 Jerry Lafferty
The fabulous sculptures of artist Gloria Elies were featured at the Peter Gray Art Museum's season opening reception on December 1. Gloria, who has lived and worked in Puerto Vallarta for almost 50 years, is a local treasure, right up there with Barragan, Lepe and Barquet.
Vallarta Chamber Orchestra Holiday Concert
 Davíd White
The Vallarta Chamber Orchestra is thrilled to have so many friends and neighbors asking for details regarding their annual Christmas Concert. The orchestra will return to the American School for their eighth holiday season concert on Sunday, December 18th at 8 pm.
This Week at Paradise Community Center
Ric Lehman
High season is in full-swing at Puerto Vallarta's Paradise Community Center! This week's line-up includes a Democrats Abroad Movie Night, several Readers Theatre performances, and a variety of fun events and classes. Come join the fun!
Old Town Farmers Market Vendors Clean Up the Street
Charlotte Semple
Vendors from Puerto Vallarta's Old Town Farmers Market-Tianguis Cultural arrived at dawn Tuesday morning to sweep and scrub the length of Pino Suarez street in preparation for the Market's grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, December 10 at 9:30 am.
Total Lunar Eclipse December 10th
 Noticias PV
According to NASA, a total lunar eclipse will be visible from the western United States to Eastern Europe on December 10th. Those who wish to enjoy the show will have to be ready before dawn, as it will begin at 4:45 am Pacific time, when the Earth's shadow falls on the moon.
A Tribute to Patsy Cline at Que?Pasa
 Mikki Prost
On December 15th at 7:30 pm, come on down to Que?Pasa Bar on Aquiles Serdan to hear the wonderful music of Patsy Cline. Get ready for a foot stompin,' tear jerkin' down home time as you listen to your favorite Patsy songs sung by Vallarta stage actress, Mikki Prost.
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Casa Las Peñas - Colonia Las Peñas
Are you looking to acquire a Mexican home at a reasonable price? Located in an up-and-coming area of Puerto Vallarta, close to the main arteries leading to downtown, the Romantic Zone, El Centro and Mismaloya, Casa Las Peñas offers a secure return on your investment.
Over 2 Million Americans Retire in Mexico
 laht.com
During the inauguration of the 1st National Forum for Retired Americans: 'Expectations and Solutions of Life in Mexico,' Tourism Secretary Gloria Guevara said that more than 2 million retired Americans have chosen Mexico as their new home, and the numbers continue to increase.
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