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 Puerto Vallarta news headlines, community announcements and a couple of this weekend's events that you won't want to miss.

Puerto Vallarta Supports Extreme Cyclist Franz Elic Grossmann

Puerto Vallarta is standing behind Franz Grossmann, the Austrian competitor who was gravely injured while participating in the second round of competitions of last weekend's Down Puerto Vallarta Urban Downhill Race. Thanks in part to the Athlete Recovery Fund (ARF), who came to Franz's aid immediately after the incident, he is currently in stable condition after undergoing surgery Wednesday morning at the CMQ Hospital, where he remains under the care of a specialized group of doctors. If you would like to help support Franz and his family during his recovery, you can make a donation online via GoFundMe. The recovery period could be lengthy, so every donation is important. If you cannot make a monetary donation, you can join the ARF, sponsors, national and international athletes, the people of Puerto Vallarta and fans from around the world in sending positive messages of unity and respect to Franz on his Instagram page or via Twitter using the hashtags #staystrongfranz #fuerzafranz. In a beautiful gesture of solidarity, Wednesday night's Bicipaseo Nocturno Puerto Vallarta (a night bike ride held weekly) was dedicated to Franz Elic Grossmann. During this week's ride, almost 200 bicyclists stopped outside the CMQ Hospital and held up hundreds of lights to let Franz know that the people of Puerto Vallarta are wishing him a speedy recovery and are looking forward to seeing him back on his bike again. Watch for official updates on Franz's condition which, with the consent of the family, will be communicated on the Down Puerto Vallarta Facebook page.

Tropicasa Open House at Casa Belice this Saturday

Are you looking to buy Puerto Vallarta real estate? On Saturday, May 6 from 10 am to 12 pm, Tropicasa Realty agent Alfonso Davalos will be hosting an open house at Casa Belice, a 6 bedroom, 4 bath home with plenty of space for a pool and parking for several cars, lush gardens, and traditional architecture. Conveniently located in Colonia 5 de Diciembre, this Mexican style home is ideal for a large family. The two bedrooms at the front could easily be turned into an independent apartment. The main house on the back has been partially upgraded and enjoys a beautiful new kitchen with granite tops and open design. Some of the bathrooms have also been upgraded. Join Alfonso and his pet pig, 'Paco Adobo,' who will give you a tour of this beautiful and charming house that's only a 5 minute drive to downtown and 5 minute walk to Playa Camarones. For more information and photos, click HERE. For a map, visit the event page on Facebook.

Save the Date! Fourth of July Beach Picnic at Langostinos

What could be more American than a picnic at the beach? Come and celebrate the 241st birthday of the United States on Tuesday, July 4, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Langostinos on Playa Los Muertos in Old Town Puerto Vallarta! Hamburgers, turkey burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, watermelon, brownies, margaritas, soft drinks, a raffle for great prizes - and live music from Sylvie Scopazzo and The Zippers! This event will be hosted by the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico, but all political persuasions and nationalities - American, Canadian, Mexican - are invited to join in the fun. Get the date on your calendar - ticket information coming soon!

Weekend Events in Puerto Vallarta and Around Banderas Bay
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• Daiquiri Dick's Special Menu Features the Flavors of Italy

• Vallarta Azteca Folkloric Dance Festival Continues

• Last Chance to See Danny Mininni in 'Casa Valentina' at Act II