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-Nayarit news headlines, community announcements and a couple of upcoming events that you won't want to miss.

Puerto Vallarta Mayor to Give his First "State of the Municipality" Report

On Friday, September 9 at 7:00 pm, Mayor Arturo Peña Dávalos will give his first "State of the Municipality" report at the Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center. After being sworn in at an open-air ceremony at Los Arcos de Malecón on September 30, 2015, Dávalos Peña gave a clear and precise speech outlining what his government would do during his 3-year term in office, including specific commitments and established deadlines for results. At that time, he vowed to make Puerto Vallarta a 'Thriving, Fair, Safe, Functional and Green City.' On Friday, he will report on the progress that has been made in the first eleven months of his administration. "We must give the citizens an account of what has been done during this government's term. The things we have accomplished thus far leave evidence that we are working with professionalism, we are working with a love of this city; bumping into problems and trying to solve them; tackling those that have been dragging on for a long time... we know that they can not all be solved overnight, but nevertheless, we are working on them and have made progress," the Mayor said. "The results of some of these actions can already be seen, such as: the purchase of machinery for the care of the roads; the acquisition of police cars and garbage trucks; housing and education support through social programs; rescuing the municipality's public finances and infrastructure management; and forming an alliance with federal and state authorities along with private initiatives to improve the living conditions and wellness of Vallarta families." All of this will be verified during the Mayor's report on September 9 at the Convention Center, where you can also see an exhibition of equipment and vehicles purchased by this government.

Mexican Wine Tour by Cafe des Artistes & Vinoteca

September is a special time of the year to celebrate Mexico, which is why Chef Thierry Blouet has organized the "Mexican Wine Tour by Cafe des Artistes & Vinoteca." Throughout the month of September wine lovers can discover firsthand a great variety of excellent quality wines that are produced in the wine regions of the country from Parras, Coahuila to Ensenada, Baja California, at Cafe des Artistes. During September the restaurant will feature a special wine menu, free wine tastings and Mexican wines by the glass. Every Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm, enjoy a complimentary Mexican Wine Tasting at Café des Artistes' bar, guided by either Vinoteca's sommeliers or by the guest winery's representative. Interested parties should make reservation to secure a place by calling 52+ (322) 222-3228 or emailing info(at)cafedesartistes.com. In addition, guests wishing to further explore Mexico's extensive range of wines may request the "Tasting or Flight" which serves four wine labels from the Mexican Champions Wine List at a special price of just $180 pesos to cover costs. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to pamper your palate and be part of the "Mexican Wine Tour by Cafe des Artistes & Vinoteca," through September 30th. More info »

'Love Mexico 2016' Destination Wedding Conference

From December 5-8, Puerto Vallarta will welcome more than 500 wedding professionals, as the Grand Fiesta Americana, an all inclusive adults-only resort that opened in 2015, hosts 'Love Mexico 2016.' The event will cover everything relevant to the romance industry through keynote speeches, forums, workshops, a "best practices" exchange, and a special Mexico destination weddings exhibition that covers everything from the rehearsal dinner, to spiritual and egalitarian wedding ceremonies, to the latest trends in bridal fashion and planning tours, activities and events for the bridal party. Mexico's proximity to the United States has made it the number one international destination for Americans in general and, as so many of Mexico's visitors are repeat guests, it's no surprise that many couples choose Mexico as the setting for such a monumental date in their lives. With a mixture of cultural and beach destinations as well as economic incentives, Mexico is the ultimate destination for weddings, honeymoons, bachelor/bachelorette getaways and more. Boasting 2-digit increases annually, the weddings and romance business is one of the fastest growing segment within the tourism industry, which makes 'Love Mexico 2016' a must for wedding planners, organizers and coordinators. The event is designed to serve as an open exchange of ideas and strategies while also being an amazing opportunity to network in a non-client, non-competitive environment. More info »

Upcoming Events in Puerto Vallarta and Around Banderas Bay
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• 3rd National Guayabitos Beach Volleyball Tournament

• Puerto Vallarta Celebrates El Mes de la Patria

• ExPats in Vallarta September 2016 Happy Hour & Events