Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico - ExPats in Vallarta, a fun and friendly group of Puerto Vallarta residents and visitors from other countries, has announced next month's schedule of events.

During the month of February, ExPats in Vallarta will be having Happy Hour gatherings every Tuesday from 5-7 pm at the following locations:

• Tuesday, February 5th at Champions Sports Bar at the Marriott Marina Hotel
• Tuesday, February 12th at El Andariego Restaurant in Colonia 5 de Diciembre
• Tuesday, February 19th at Pancho Villa on Ave Fluvial - the road to Costco
• Tuesday, February 26th at Champions Sports Bar at the Marriott Marina Hotel

There is no charge to attend Happy Hours, just pay for what you order.

Free Zumba classes will be held every Wednesday at 9:00 am at the basketball court on Albatros next to the Catholic Church in Marina Vallarta. Cathy Taylor, a professional Zumba teacher from Canada, offers these free and easy classes. Come have some fun, get some exercise, and meet some great people!

Special Dinners are scheduled for Thursday, February 7th at El Andariego Restaurant in Colonia 5 de Diciembre and on Thursday, February 21st at Mariscos Tinos Restaurant in El Pitillal. Advance reservations and payment for the dinners are necessary.

To make reservations for the Special Dinners email sarawise45(at)gmail.com.

Wine and Appetizer Evenings will be on Friday, February 15th and Thursday, February 28th. For more information, contact Sara at sarawise45(at)gmail.com.

Expats in Vallarta is open to all residents, visitors and investors from other countries. The purpose of the group is informal fellowship and assistance for ExPats living in Vallarta or those considering moving to the area. There is no membership fee or requirement; everyone pays for only what they use or consume. It's a great way to meet new friends and get out and enjoy Puerto Vallarta.

For more information, to join the group, or for insight on what others have experienced during their move to Puerto Vallarta, visit ExpatsInVallarta.com.