Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - There's always so much going on in Puerto Vallarta and around Banderas Bay, it can be difficult to keep up with it all. Here's a look at some of this week's Vallarta news headlines, some community announcements, and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.

RHOC's Vicki Gunvalson to Buy Andales?

According to a recent article on starcasm.net, The Real Housewives of Orange County's Vicki Gunvalson is looking to buy one of the most popular night spots on the South side of Puerto Vallarta. An excerpt reads, "The RHOC star has a real passion for whooping it up in Puerto Vallarta. Vicki and her family have been vacationing in Mexico for years and even own a condo there. During her visits south of the border, the 52-year-old always makes sure to stop by her favorite hot spot, Andales. Since Gunvalson mentions Andales so frequently on The Real Housewives of Orange County, she began making flippant remarks about buying the restaurant. But, it looks like all that joking may soon become a reality. On January 12, 2015, Vicki posted a picture saying, "Having a great meeting with Jorge, the owner of Andales. OMG I love this new drink aka 'Vicki's medicine' ... #staytuned, #andales, #excitingnewsaboittohappen ..." Does this mean Vicki is officially buying in? It wouldn't be such a far fetched idea to combine two things she loves: Puerto Vallarta and owning her own business."

Angeline Kyba Open Studios Begin January 26th

Angeline Kyba is an internationally celebrated artist whose work has been shown and collected in Canada, the United States, Germany, Great Britain, South America, France, and Mexico, where she has her studio and now makes her home. Angeline welcomes visitors and art lovers to her annual opening show of paintings Thursday February 12 from 6:30-9:30 pm. She opens her studio to visitors Monday to Friday from 12-5 pm beginning January 26th at Cuauhtemoc 635 in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Simply follow Guerrero to the end of the street, the name changes at the first curve, or arrive via the Isla Rio Cuale taking the new bridge up to Cuauhtemoc and historic Gringo Gulch. For more information and a map, please visit AngelineKyba.com. To make an appointment, please send an email to angie(at)angelinekyba.com.

Sewing Seeds Program in Colonia Volcanes in Full Swing

The Sewing Seeds program in the Volcanes colonia is in full swing with participants coming from several colonias. This beginning class will continue for two weeks. An intermediate class will be given in April, with an advanced class being held in October. Already some of the students have expressed an interest in joining the program after they finish the advanced class to teach others. So, the school should continue beyond 2015. In addition, a number of students have already ask about the possibility of a sewing factory in the Volcanes area. Sewing Seeds has received emails from Mazatlan, MX and the Dominican Republic asking about the possibility of the program being offered in their area. Keep reading BanderasNews.com for all of the latest Sewing Seeds program news.

Become a Part of Amapas History - Adopt a Planter Today!

Last year, the Amapas Junta Vecinal raised $50,000 pesos for construction materials to build new planters, replace old sidewalk paving, and make other improvements at the intersection of Calle Pulpito and Olas Altas on Vallarta's south side. With construction labor provided by Puerto Vallarta’s Obras Publicas, the planters are now complete, and it’s time to fill them with beautiful, colorful plants! The Junta needs to raise $60,000 pesos ($4,800 USD) for good planting soil, the plants themselves, installation and ongoing maintenance. The Junta will be placing attractive and unique custom-designed ceramic plaques on the planters to permanently recognize the generosity of the people and businesses who contribute to Pulpito Plaza landscaping efforts. You, your family, friends, partners and/or business can contribute by 'adopting' a planter. Your financial support can be immortalized in tile for as little as $2,500 pesos (approx. $200 USD) or up to $20,000 pesos (approx. $1500 USD) for adopting an entire planter. Click HERE to learn more about how you can achieve Amapas immortality by contributing to this worthy neighborhood beautification project.

Weekend Events in Puerto Vallarta and Around Banderas Bay
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• Festival Sayulita 2015: Film, Music, Spirits & Surf

• Fashion with Passion at River Cafe, January 17

• This Week on the ACT II Entertainment Main Stage