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.

Vallarta Botanical Garden Volunteer Training

Calling all volunteers at the VBG! We are delighted to inform you there will be a volunteer training day and breakfast at the Vallarta Botanical Garden on Saturday, December 2, 2017 starting at 9 am and lasting until 2 pm. In addition to inviting new volunteers, all past volunteers are also welcome and encouraged to attend. Starting with a complimentary orientation breakfast (pre-registration requested), we'll share knowledge of the Garden and present opportunities for service toward our mission and vision. For more information, please contact VBG Volunteer Coordinator Keith Richert by email at: educadorambiental(at)vbgardens.org. Also, new volunteers are asked to please read over our information for volunteers on our website.

Help Set a World Record at Puerto Vallarta's First Coffee Fest

Java-addicts rejoice, Puerto Vallarta is preparing to celebrate the first edition of Coffee Fest on the Malecón on December 16. The event will feature music, entertainment and exhibition and tasting stands where thirsty patrons can learn all about the delicious drink. Not only will guests be able to sip and savor coffee from an assortment of brands but the event will also attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the largest number of people drinking coffee simultaneously. The record is currently held by Cologne, Germany with a total of 8,162 people. The Puerto Vallarta Coffee Fest is hoping to pass that with an expected participation of 10,000 people. If you love coffee, make plans now to be in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, on December 16, 2017 for this fun and free event that is sure to be 'one for the books.' For more information, click HERE or visit the Facebook event page.

Democrats Abroad Tuesday Night Movie at The Jazz Foundation

As part of their Every Tuesday Night Film series, the Costa Banderas Chapter of Democrats Abroad Mexico is proud to present next week's movie, 'Take Me,' a 2017 American screwball comedy directed by Pat Healy and written by Mike Makowsky. The story centers around Ray Moody, a fledgling entrepreneur who specializes in high-end simulated abductions. He jumps at the chance when a mysterious client contracts him for a weekend kidnapping with a handsome payday at the end. But the job and his target - business consultant Anna St. Blair - may not be all that they seem. This quirky little comedy about the very serious matter of kidnapping may not look funny to anyone at first, but it delivers thrills, mystery, and a few good laughs. Take Me will be shown at The Jazz Foundation in downtown Puerto Vallarta on December 5th at 7:00 pm. Advance tickets to the movie screening can be purchased after 6:00 pm daily at the Jazz Foundation for a donation of 60 pesos. On screening days, tickets can be purchased at the door for 70 pesos. Please come early (doors open at 6 pm) and enjoy fantastic food and drinks before the film starts. The Jazz Foundation is located on the 2nd floor of Calle Allende #116 overlooking the Malecón in downtown Puerto Vallarta. For more information, send an email to cb.democratsabroad(at)gmail.com.

Weekend Events in Puerto Vallarta and Around Banderas Bay
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• South Side Shuffle: Two Artist Open at Galleria Dante

• Beverly & Willow Bring Smooth Jazz to No Way José!

• Piel Canela with Amy Armstrong at The Palm Cabaret and Bar